To escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, the couple sold their house in the big city and decided to liveincountryside for good.
(A)accidentally
(B)intensively
(C)mysteriously
(D)permanently
The spokesperson’s vague and elusive response did little tothe growing public concern over thecontaminated water.
(A)alleviate
(B)suffocate
(C)ornament
(D)rehabilitate
Hand nerve repair surgery is a complex andprocedure that aims to reconnect any broken nerves.
(A)delicate
(B)eloquent
(C)ignorant
(D)rehearsal
The mountain climbers had towith freezing temperatures and a lack of oxygen as they pushed toward thesummit.
(A)collide
(B)compose
(C)conflict
(D)contend
The successful music festivala variety of musical styles, as well as aboriginal foods, crafts, and drinks.
(A)dismissed
(B)shrank
(C)downgraded
(D)featured
During the interview, the politicianhis answers to avoid taking a clear stance on the controversial issue.
(A)hedged
(B)devoted
(C)provoked
(D)conducted
The firefighter rushed into the burning building to rescue the trapped occupants by, ignoring personal safety.
(A)instinct
(B)intensity
(C)maturity
(D)insult
The publication of Harry Potter helpedJ. K. Rowling’s reputation as one of the most famous Englishnovelists.
(A)solicit
(B)solidify
(C)revolve
(D)resolve
The mayorquestions about his scandal involving the actress.
(A)dodged
(B)consumed
(C)bounced
(D)stitched
Some people accept the scientists’that lives may exist on Mars.
(A)innovation
(B)intervention
(C)interpretation
(D)interrogation
To quickly gather the main ideas of the article, she decided tothrough it before the meeting.
(A)brim
(B)rim
(C)skim
(D)trim
The mayora deep sense of loss to the families of the mine explosion victims.
(A)captured
(B)conveyed
(C)supposed
(D)replied
Hoping tothe country’s economy, the government is carrying out a new fiscal policy.
(A)worsen
(B)regress
(C)degrade
(D)improve
All of the spa resorts arefrom the hotel via free public transportation.
(A)accessible
(B)subsequent
(C)vulnerable
(D)aggressive
The charity deservesfor helping many poor families make ends meet during the recession.
(A)casualty
(B)descent
(C)credit
(D)penalty
Thebetween the two sisters was so striking that people often mistook them for twins.
(A)expenditure
(B)prosecution
(C)resemblance
(D)subsistence
The long-termunder the sun might cause serious damage to us such as aging, skin burns, or skin cancer.
(A)benefit
(B)approach
(C)exposure
(D)reflection
Music has a material side which wethrough the sense of hearing and a spiritual side that reaches usthrough the imaginative and emotional part of us.
(A)apprehend
(B)reprehend
(C)express
(D)extend
Don’t put your wool sweater in the washing machine; it may.
(A)shrink
(B)separate
(C)shovel
(D)splash請依下文回答第41 題至第45 題:Behavioral scientists have found that good listening is one of the most important things we can do to improve ourrelationships, develop our worldview, and even change people’s minds. Listening in a one-on-one conversation is aboutbeing interested in another person and making them feel
The eagle that was severely injured in a storm returned to the wild this week after.
(A)contention
(B)implementation
(C)subordination
(D)rehabilitation請依下文回答第41 題至第45 題:The advent of the internet has profoundly impacted nearly every aspect of our daily life. It has, for instance,
. There are no universally agreed-upon definitions ofhigh-quality listening, but researchers have found that merely smiling and nodding at set intervals doesn’t quite work.Therefore, in addition to actively attending to a speaker’s words, good listeners also use questions and body languagethat
transformed the way people communicate with each other. Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, X, etc.allow individuals to express ideas instantly. Messages that once took days or weeks to arrive can now be transmitted ina matter of seconds. Not only has communication become faster, but it has also become more
their understanding and their desire to understand.Once the conversation begins, one of the most important things you can do is try not to interrupt. This doesn't meanyou need to stay completely silent. If you do interject,
—people now useimages, emojis, videos, and voice messages to express themselves. Online forums, blogs, and video-sharing sites havenew forms of interaction, enabling people from different cultures to engage in meaningful conversations. Nevertheless,the rise of digital communication has also raised concerns about privacy, cyberbullying, and mental health. Constantconnectivity can
, look for natural pauses to ask open-ended questions thathelp the speaker dive deeper into their own thoughts.Another great way is
information overload and feelings of isolation. The curated nature of online identities maycontribute to low self-esteem, particularly among younger users who compare themselves to unrealistic portrayals onsocial media. In this digital era, it is,
summarizing what you just heard and asking if you’ve missed anything. This wouldshow the speaker that you’re truly trying to understand them rather than just waiting for your
, important to strike a balance between online and offline interactions.Spending time face-to-face with family and friends helps
to talk. Finally,don’t be afraid of silence; it’s okay to ask for a moment to formulate your response and take a second to think, which canbenefit the speaker as well.41
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(C)challenge
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(B)limit
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(D)turn請依下文回答第46 題至第50 題:A zoo is a place where captive animals are put on display for humans to see. The focus of most modern zoos isconservation and education. While zoo advocates and conservationists argue that zoos save endangered species andeducate the public, many animal rights activists believe the cost of confining animals outweighs the benefits, and that theviolation of the rights of individual animals—even in efforts to fend off extinction—cannot be justified.By bringing people and animals together, zoos educate the public and foster an appreciation of other species,supporters argued. Zoos save endangered species by bringing them into a safe environment, where they are protectedfrom poachers, habitat loss, starvation, and predators. Besides, seeing an animal in person is a much more personal andmore memorable experience than seeing that animal in a nature documentary and is more likely to foster an empatheticattitude toward animals. Some zoos help rehabilitate wildlife and take in exotic pets that people no longer want or are nolonger able to care for.But from an animal rights standpoint, humans do not have a right to breed, capture, and confine other animals—evenif those species are endangered. Being a member of an endangered species doesn't mean the individual animals should beafforded fewer rights. Animals in captivity suffer from boredom, stress, and confinement. Maintaining species diversitywithin captive breeding facilities is also a challenge. Animals sometimes escape their enclosures, endangering themselvesas well as people. Likewise, people ignore warnings or accidentally get too close to animals, leading to horrific outcomes.In making a case for or against zoos, both sides argue that they’re saving animals. Whether or not zoos benefit theanimal community, they certainly do make money. As long as there is demand for them, zoos will continue to exist.
emotional bonds and enhances real-life social skills.Setting boundaries for screen time and practicing digital detox can also improve one’s mental well-being.41
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(D)abandon請依下文回答第46 題至第50 題:Water is one of the fundamental ingredients for life on Earth and our bodies are mainly composed of it. When we areforced to go without water, things can turn nasty very fast indeed. On average, water makes up about 60-70% of thehuman body, largely depending on your age. Our bodies lose water through our urine, sweat, feces and breath, so wehave to continually replace this by drinking and eating. If we don’t do this, our bodies can become dehydrated. Whenexercising in a hot environment, the human body can lose between 1.5-3 liters of water every hour due to sweat. Another200-1,500 ml can be lost as moisture in exhaled breath, depending on the humidity of the surrounding air. As we losemore water, our ability to cool down through sweating also decreases, making overheating more of a risk. With no waterin a climate of 50 degrees Celsius (122℉), coupled with extreme exercise, dehydration can quickly become lethal.The first stage of dehydration is thirst when we lose body fluid equivalent to just 2% of our body weight. “When thirstkicks in, your body clings to all remaining moisture,” says Dileep Lobo, professor of gastrointestinal surgery, whoresearches fluids and electrolyte balance. “Your kidneys send less water to your bladder, darkening your urine. As yousweat less, your body temperature rises. Your blood becomes thicker and sluggish. To maintain oxygen levels, your heartrate increases.” The rate at which dehydration occurs varies.At the second stage, when we lose water 4% of our body weight, blood pressure drops and fainting can occur. With morewater leaving our bodies than coming in, our blood starts to thicken and become more concentrated, meaning ourcardiovascular system has to work harder to keep our blood pressure up. Our kidneys try to compensate by retaining morewater through reduced urination, and water rushes out of our cells into our blood stream, causing them to shrink in size.The third stage, when 7% of body weight is lost, is organ damage. “Your body is having trouble maintaining bloodpressure,” says Lobo. “To survive, it slows blood flow to non-vital organs, such as your kidneys and gut, causing damage.Without your kidneys filtering your blood, cellular waste quickly builds up. You’re literally dying for a glass of water.”
What is the main idea of this passage?
(A)The pros and cons about the zoo.
(B)The way how the zoos make money.
(C)The tremendous cost of running a zoo.
(D)The importance of animal conservation.
What would be the best title for the passage?
(A)What We Should Do When Dehydrated.
(B)The Ways Water Leaves Our Bodies.
(C)Regulation of Blood Pressure.
(D)When Our Bodies Lack Water.
According to the advocates, which of the following is the benefit of the zoo?
(A)Zoo animals in captivity get enough food and water.
(B)Zoos help maintain the species diversity in the nature.
(C)Zoos can educate the public and foster appreciations.
(D)Zoos offer ideal habitats for all animals.
Which of the following is NOT a symptom caused by a body water loss of 2%?
(A)Slower heart rate.
(B)Darker colored urine.
(C)Higher body temperature.
(D)Slower blood flow.
Why do animal rights activists oppose the existence of zoos?
(A)Zoos offer too much food and space to animals.
(B)Zoos foster an empathetic attitude toward animals.
(C)Zoos should not interfere with the life of any species.
(D)Zoos should not make money at the expense of animals.
According to the passage, which of the following is similar in meaning to the word “lethal”?
(A)Faint.
(B)Fluid.
(C)Deadly.
(D)Darkening.
According to the passage, which of the following is closest in meaning to the word “exotic”?
(A)Common
(B)Unusual
(C)Ordinary
(D)Creative
What will our cells become when we lose water 4% of body weight?
(A)Smaller.
(B)Larger.
(C)Active.
(D)Thicker.
What can be inferred about the author's belief in zoos?
(A)Zoos will continue to exist.
(B)Running zoos earns big money.
(C)Everyone should be a zoo advocate.
(D)Animal rights activists are in great demand.
What stage is it when kidneys are damaged because of dehydration?
(A)Stage 1.
(B)Stage 2.
(C)Stage 3.
(D)Stage 4.