Before entering a burning building, firefighters must check their oxygento ensure they have enoughair supply.
(A)distinguisher
(B)cylinder
(C)extinguisher
(D)cleaner
To ensure the safety of elderly residents, nursing homes must have a clearplan in case of a fireemergency.
(A)evacuation
(B)extension
(C)restriction
(D)restoration
The experience of Black Summer left many Australians feeling that they were witnessing the effects ofclimate change not as a future threat but as a.
(A)personal tragedy
(B)media exaggeration
(C)political debate
(D)current reality
Due to the unpredictable nature of bushfires, firefighters must act quickly, using specializedto protectthemselves and those in danger.
(A)announcement
(B)equipment
(C)furniture
(D)complement
The professor emphasized the importance of incorporating advanced climate projections into wildfire riskmanagement to.
(A)lower public awareness
(B)decrease funding for research
(C)define firefighting efforts
(D)develop prevention strategies
To prevent heat exhaustion, outdoor workers are encouraged to drink plenty of water, stayand takeregular breaks.
(A)docile
(B)hydrated
(C)insulated
(D)objective
The fire department received an emergency call reporting a gasin a residential building.
(A)discharge
(B)fission
(C)glow
(D)leak請依下文回答第41 題至第45 題The report presents a comprehensive analysis of climate change trends, projections, and
The emergency responders checked their breathingbefore entering the smoke-filledbuilding.
(A)hierarchy
(B)compartment
(C)shutter
(D)apparatus
bothglobally and locally. It highlights that Taiwan is experiencing consistent warming, with longer summers, shorterwinters, and increasing
Homes across various regions began incorporating fire-safe features to make newly built structuresproperly fire.
(A)restraint
(B)resistant
(C)relented
(D)repentant
of extreme heat and rainfall events. Projections indicate continued temperaturerise, intensified droughts, sea level rise, and more
A fire caused by a burst gas pipe spread to several homes last Tuesday.Managementofficials said shutting the valves will eventually snuff out the fire.
(A)Defense
(B)Director
(C)Disaster
(D)Disclaimer
typhoons under high-emission scenarios. The reportemphasizes significant threats to Taiwan’s ecosystems, food security, water resources, coastal areas, and publichealth, while recommending urgent
Attach theto the fire hose before activating the water supply.
(A)capsule
(B)trigger
(C)nozzle
(D)hurdle
strategies across government sectors. Drawing from over 1,200academic sources and expert reviews, the report serves as a scientific basis for shaping national climate policyand enhancing
The rescue squad reported that they were not provided with protectiveor warned about therisks of hazardous materials encountered during operations.
(A)gear
(B)spur
(C)usher
(D)lure
in the face of escalating climate risks.41
(A)incubators
(B)impacts
(C)inventions
(D)instructions42
(A)liability
(B)frequency
(C)dedication
(D)reduction43
(A)severe
(B)gentle
(C)agile
(D)compressed44
(A)reproduction
(B)representation
(C)adaptation
(D)adoption45
(A)resilience
(B)impact
(C)resistance
(D)relocation請依下文回答第46 題至第50 題In August 2024, Brazil faced a significant increase in wildfires. Prolonged droughts and above-averagetemperatures created favorable conditions for these fires, with evidence suggesting that human activities also playeda role. In response, the government highlighted suspicions of criminal activities related to the fires. The FederalPolice initiated investigations, opening 31 inquiries, including two in São Paulo, where over 30% of the fireoutbreaks on August 23 and 24 were detected. The government mobilized resources to control and prevent wildfires,aiming to mitigate environmental impacts and preserve ecosystems. The government deployed over 3,000 brigademembers, with significant efforts concentrated in the Amazon region, which experienced its worst drought in 40years. The government also utilized aircraft and military personnel to support firefighting operations. Additionally,Brazil, as a prominent voice in the G20, advocated for global actions to reduce climate change damage, emphasizingthe importance of coordinated international efforts to address environmental challenges.
In an emergency, a victim could use their own or other people’s items, such as a big bag, toimportant body parts from being stabbed by an attacker.
(A)activate
(B)shield
(C)induce
(D)yield
What climatic conditions contributed to the favorable environment for the wildfires?
(A)Heavy rainfall and high humidity.
(B)High temperatures and high humidity.
(C)Strong winds and low humidity.
(D)High temperatures and long periods without rain.
from the aircraft, including fuel tanks and metal fragments, caused a fire to break out at thecrash site.
(A)Debris
(B)Obstacles
(C)Premises
(D)Outskirts
What specific actions did the Brazilian government take to support firefighting operations?
(A)Deployed drones for aerial surveillance.
(B)Implemented cloud seeding techniques.
(C)Utilized aircraft and military personnel.
(D)Established fire stations in affected areas.
Investigators found multiplein the house, including gasoline and alcohol.
(A)antacids
(B)accelerants
(C)amplifiers
(D)adolescents
What was the scale of the drought experienced in the Amazon region during this period?
(A)Average compared to previous years.
(B)Mildest in 40 years.
(C)Worst in 40 years.
(D)Unprecedented in recorded history.
Due to collapsed lungs, he had to beintensively at the scene of accident.
(A)suppressed
(B)evacuated
(C)magnified
(D)ventilated
What action did the Brazilian Federal Police take in response to the suspected causes of the wildfires?
(A)They arrested over 100 individuals involved in illegal logging.
(B)They deployed military aircraft to monitor the fires from the air.
(C)They launched investigations, opening 31 inquiries into possible criminal activity.
(D)They imposed nationwide restrictions on outdoor burning practices.
Police suspect that the cinema wasset on fire and are investigating it as a case of arson.
(A)lucratively
(B)deliberately
(C)hospitably
(D)incidentally請依下文回答第51 題至第55 題Firefighters in the Australian state of New South Wales are battling what is being called the worstfire ever seen in the region. Eight separate bushfires have
Which of the following best describes Brazil’s role in the G20 in relation to climate action during the crisis?
(A)A regional coordinator for South America.
(B)A diplomatic mediator between developed nations.
(C)A vocal advocate for international climate action.
(D)A key advisor on climate science in the G20.
north of Sydney to create what peopleare calling a “mega-fire.” The gigantic
is just an hour’s drive from Sydney. Tens of thousands ofhomes, businesses and other properties are in its path. The giant inferno is burning across a
ofland covering over 300,000 hectares. The front of the mega-fire is roughly 60km wide. Authorities say itis burning out of control and is too vast to
. Fire Service Deputy Commissioner Rob Rogers said:“We cannot stop these fires. They will just keep burning until conditions ease.” People in Sydney aresuffering from hazardous and toxic smoke from the fire. The city is
in the choking smoke.Residents have received advisories about exercising outside.51
(A)erected
(B)merged
(C)prohibited
(D)submitted52
(A)blaze
(B)fleet
(C)regime
(D)forum53
(A)layer
(B)swarm
(C)stretch
(D)volume54
(A)contain
(B)convey
(C)compel
(D)conceal55
(A)triggered
(B)diverted
(C)escorted
(D)blanketed請依下文回答第56 題至第60 題Blaze-Out a global leader in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for first responders, understandsthat performance, safety and comfort all start with gear that fits correctly. That's why the company isexcited to launch the Virtual Sizer, a first-of-its-kind tool for the fire services that revolutionizes howfirefighters get measured for their turnout gear. Blaze-Out’s Virtual Sizer saves time and ensuresfirefighters receive gear tailored precisely to their measurements, minimizing safety risks from improperfit, such as exposed skin or restricted movement.The Virtual Sizer brings science to sizing using AI-driven algorithms and simple questions (likeheight, weight and shoe size) to accurately capture measurements in minutes without ever pulling out atape measure. The human touch still matters, but the Virtual Sizer can back it up with data-driven precisionto help nail the fit every time.The Virtual Sizer has already demonstrated its effectiveness in real-world use. Tested by firefightersfrom departments across the country, it consistently delivers results comparable to traditional sizingmethods.But the goal isn’t just to match human accuracy—it’s to improve upon it. The traditional sizingprocess inherently involves variations and inconsistencies due to differences in judgment, measurementtechniques, and human error. The Virtual Sizer was designed to eliminate those inconsistencies, whichleads to better fitting PPE.“The technology is backed by over 150 million AI-generated digital twins and validated throughextensive firefighter-specific data,” said Joe Henderson, Vice President of Product Innovation andStrategy at Blaze-Out. “It’s precise, tested and constantly improving with every use—meaning the morefirefighters use it, the smarter and more accurate it becomes.”
Which of the following is the most suitable title for this article?
(A)AI-driven Algorithms in the Virtual Sizer
(B)The Product Innovation and Strategy at Blaze-Out
(C)The Lab Experiments of the Virtual Sizer
(D)Blaze-Out Releases Tool Combining AI and PPE
According to the passage, for firefighters, what is one of the advantages of using Blaze-Out’s VirtualSizer?
(A)They receive precise measurements for their gear and minimize safety risks.
(B)They revolutionize the gear structure and augment the movement.
(C)They report the height, weight, and shoe size precisely to the AI algorithms.
(D)They obtain their turnout gear in a shorter time and at much lower prices.
Which of the following is closest in meaning to the words “nail the fit”?
(A)use a tape to measure by pulling it out
(B)ask simple questions to secure the size
(C)make the measurement very certain or definite
(D)back up the data with AI algorithms
Who made a comment about this type of technology in the passage?
(A)The global leader in Personal Protective Equipment
(B)The VP of Product Innovation and Strategy
(C)The fire server of the Virtual Sizer
(D)The Chairman of Blaze-Out
According to the passage, which of the following is false?
(A)The Virtual Sizer has already proved its effectiveness by showing results equivalent to those oftraditional measurement.
(B)The more data from firefighters included in this technology, the better it would become.
(C)To ensure firefighters receive gear preciselytailored, the Virtual Sizer takes time for the measurement.
(D)Correct fit of the gear leads to effective comfort, safety, and effective performance.