Even with the restaurant’s the-customer-is-always-right policy, the waiter was stillby the guests’ rudeattitudes and languages.
(A)irritated
(B)furnished
(C)portrayed
(D)relieved
Tears filled her eyes so quickly that the words on the page began to, turning sharp letters into fuzzy,unreadable shapes.
(A)glow
(B)blur
(C)shine
(D)appear
Some workers dug up the street near our house, which caused frequentinside.
(A)stimulants
(B)simulation
(C)vigor
(D)vibrations
The company’s new CEO has been greatly applauded for his success ina dramatic transformation toadvance the entire industry.
(A)triggering
(B)prohibiting
(C)stagnating
(D)downplaying
Refugees were forced to leave their country to find safety in another country because of.
(A)persecution
(B)recognition
(C)adolescence
(D)consistency
The team had to work within a strict budget, which posed a significanton their ability to expand the projectfurther.
(A)boost
(B)constraint
(C)extension
(D)opportunity
Aof 7.0 earthquake attacked the northern part of the country so harshly that it caused hundreds of peopleto lose their lives and properties.
(A)magnitude
(B)maintenance
(C)majesty
(D)manifesto
The scientist’s groundbreaking research provided a newfor understanding the universe.
(A)paradigm
(B)omission
(C)anomaly
(D)convenience
The spokesperson’s vague and elusive response did little tothe growing public concern over thecontaminated water.
(A)alleviate
(B)suffocate
(C)ornament
(D)rehabilitate
The grass turned brown in the summer while the grapesand died on the vine.
(A)sprinkled
(B)shriveled
(C)scattered
(D)shuffled
Being laid off turned out to be a blessing inbecause within a month I got a much better job.
(A)tears
(B)terms
(C)dispute
(D)disguise
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
International trade allows countries to expand their markets and access goods that may not have beenavailable.
(A)domestically
(B)analytically
(C)colloquially
(D)emphatically
Theboy kept changing his mind about which ice cream flavor to choose.
(A)indecisive
(B)inclusive
(C)unwavering
(D)unfailing
During the interview, the politicianhis answers to avoid taking a clear stance on the controversial issue.
(A)hedged
(B)devoted
(C)provoked
(D)conducted
Leo likes nagging at his sons whenever heof their behaviors.
(A)nominates
(B)disapproves
(C)narrates
(D)appreciates
The manager of the company spoke vaguely toany mention of the recent layoffs.
(A)evade
(B)promote
(C)prompt
(D)enhance
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 payment for the tuition can be made into be paid partially each month until the full amount is paid.
(A)installment
(B)retail
(C)wholesale
(D)deposit
The devastating flood has caused a severeof food supplies, leaving many families in urgent need of basicnecessities.
(A)surplus
(B)scarcity
(C)shipment
(D)arrangement請依下文回答第36 題至第40 題:As misinformation is rampant on social media, telling facts from fiction is a crucial skill. Mike Caulfield, a digitalliteracy expert, developed the SIFT methodology to improve fact-checking strategies. SIFT
Some people accept the scientists’that lives may exist on Mars.
(A)innovation
(B)intervention
(C)interpretation
(D)interrogation
To prevent attention deficit disorder related totechnology use, one should limit smartphone use.
(A)excessive
(B)concrete
(C)persuasive
(D)rampage
“Stop, Investigate,Find, and Trace.” When you hear, see, or read something that triggers a strong
The mayora deep sense of loss to the families of the mine explosion victims.
(A)captured
(B)conveyed
(C)supposed
(D)replied
After the rainstorm, the hiking trail becameand slippery, making it difficult to traverse.
(A)smooth
(B)straightforward
(C)muddy
(D)transparent
response, such as angry, shocked,or self-righteous, you should stop sharing the information and investigate the source that publishes the information. Next,find more trusted sources
All of the spa resorts arefrom the hotel via free public transportation.
(A)accessible
(B)subsequent
(C)vulnerable
(D)aggressive
Music can improve mood, decrease pain and anxiety; it canyou when you are down.
(A)elate
(B)amble
(C)glean
(D)libel
the same information or disputing it. Readers should also be aware that re-reportingmay omit certain facts to support biased perspectives. The final step,
Thebetween the two sisters was so striking that people often mistook them for twins.
(A)expenditure
(B)prosecution
(C)resemblance
(D)subsistence
Thein the contract led to disputes between the two parties involved, intensifying misunderstandings.
(A)lucidity
(B)precision
(C)ambiguity
(D)explicitness
, is to trace and read the claims in theoriginal context in which they were presented.Taking these steps before deciding whether to share a claim might feel
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
The room waslit, making it difficult to see the details of the painting on the wall.
(A)brightly
(B)obviously
(C)densely
(D)scarcely
. Yet it may not only save you theembarrassment but help ensure you’re not spreading misinformation.36
(A)comes across
(B)looks into
(C)stands for
(D)breaks down37
(A)analytical
(B)emotional
(C)physical
(D)symmetrical38
(A)corroborating
(B)deducting
(C)fabricating
(D)perpetrating39
(A)however
(B)reversely
(C)instead
(D)therefore40
(A)buoyant
(B)onerous
(C)infatuated
(D)haughty請依下文回答第41 題至第45 題:2024 Peace Prize exhibition tells the powerful story of Nihon Hidankyo, the Japanese organization for survivors of theatomic bombs in 1945, and their work for a nuclear weapon-free world. The exhibition provides a moving
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,
As the story, we learned that the boy became an orphan when he was one year old.
(A)allowed
(B)called
(C)undone
(D)unfolded請依下文回答第41 題至第45 題:In today’s rapidly evolving society, a growing concern regarding some young adults has been raised. They donot
into thedestruction caused by the bombs dropped over Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945. Through photographs and testimoniesfrom the survivors, the audience
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
the same level of work ethic as their parents did in previous generations. This shift can be attributed tovarious factors, including technological improvements, changing cultural values, and differing economic landscapes.Their parents often had to
an understanding of the Peace Prize winner’s message: Nuclear weapons mustnever be used again! The renowned French Magnum photographer Antoine d’Agata
—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
their leisure time and work long hours in physically demanding jobs. In contrast,today’s youth are more likely to seek careers that offer better work-life
the survivors from Hiroshimaand Nagasaki, who are called hibakusha in Japanese. He has captured the determined gazes of these elderly individuals,and the images stand in
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,
and personal fulfillment. First,opportunities for remote work and passive income have been created by the
contrast to archival photos of the destruction from 1945. For this year’s exhibition, theNobel Peace Center has also collaborated
, important to strike a balance between online and offline interactions.Spending time face-to-face with family and friends helps
of digital technology, which cansometimes lead to a perception of reduced effort. Additionally, the cultural emphasis on self-care and mental healthhas reshaped priorities, with many young adults valuing basic,
the world-famous Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, who has created aspecial installation with 1000 cedarwood objects from Hiroshima. Each object represents a hibakusha. The audience canpick up the figures, listen to their stories, and reflected on the ongoing struggle for a nuclear weapon-free world.41
(A)confusion
(B)insight
(C)ignorance
(D)naivety42
(A)wastes
(B)surrenders
(C)gains
(D)misses43
(A)portrays
(B)has portrayed
(C)portraying
(D)to portray44
(A)reasonable
(B)positive
(C)good
(D)stark45
(A)in
(B)with
(C)from
(D)over請依下文回答第46 題至第50 題:When we were kids, dream jobs shimmered with imagination—astronauts soaring through galaxies, rock starsjamming on world stages, dinosaur trainers wrangling prehistoric pals (yes, totally legit), and professional ice creamtasters sampling scoops all day long. Those were the glory days of wild ambition, untouched by reality. Then adulthoodsnuck in with spreadsheets, deadlines, and way too much coffee. But here’s the twist: those glittery dreams never reallydisappear—they just flicker quietly in the background, waiting for a chance to shine again.Some people still chase those dreams with flair. Travel vloggers, for instance, turn the world into their office—sippingcoconut water in Bali, editing videos from a hammock, and surviving on patchy Wi-Fi. Game designers build entireuniverses where they make the rules (like outlawing pineapple on pizza—finally!). And let’s not forget the petinfluencers—folks who turn their stylish cats and dogs into fashion icons with more followers than a small country.Then there are the voice actors who bring characters to life in their pajamas, and food critics whose job is to eat andjudge pasta. That’s not just work—it’s a public service! Others dream of running cozy book cafés or opening quirkyshops. These jobs may not come with corner offices or corporate perks, but they offer something much richer: joy,freedom, and creativity.In a world that often pushes practicality, it’s refreshing to remember that dream jobs still exist—and they’re morediverse than ever. Whether you’re five or fifty, there’s magic in pursuing what lights you up inside. So, let’s keep steppingtoward those shimmering careers. They might not always be easy, but one glittery step at a time, they just might leadyou somewhere wonderful.
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
(A)cautiously
(B)casually
(C)drastically
(D)merely42
(A)multilingual
(B)multimodal
(C)interpretive
(D)integrative43
(A)lead to
(B)fall through
(C)abide by
(D)ease off44
(A)nevertheless
(B)nonetheless
(C)moreover
(D)therefore45
(A)hinder
(B)nurture
(C)suppress
(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.”
well-being over relentless, never-ending hardwork. However, it’s necessary to recognize that these changes reflect broader societal transformations and theadaptation to new economic realities rather than a mere lack of diligence or ambition.41
(A)cease
(B)ignore
(C)exhibit
(D)abandon42
(A)launch
(B)sacrifice
(C)increase
(D)strengthen43
(A)balance
(B)inequality
(C)extension
(D)impression44
(A)objection
(B)ignorance
(C)advancements
(D)postponements45
(A)essential
(B)luxurious
(C)dependent
(D)occasional請依下文回答第46 題至第50 題:Geriatric medicine is a growing medical specialty that focuses on the care and treatment of older people. Older ageinvolves a distinct set of challenges. Many older people are living with multiple long-term conditions and are much morevulnerable to a range of problems. Your reactions to medication also change in older age. A geriatrician is a specialistwhen it comes to how different conditions interact with one another, how various medications will affect you, and howto spot the signs of potential problems such as vulnerability to falls.Geriatricians see patients with a wide range of common conditions, most of which are chronic disease such asdiabetes, hypertension, coronary heart disease, dementia, and even depression. Geriatricians work alongside differentspecialties to plan and coordinate patients’ care. They can work in many different medical settings, but are mainly basedin hospital outpatient wards like GP visits.One of the key roles a geriatrician plays is in carrying out a comprehensive medical assessment. When you go tothe GP (general practitioner), you might have a number of complaints, not all of which can necessarily be addressed fully.A geriatrician’s job is to work out the most important problems you face, including those you haven’t identified yourself,and to put together a program of individualized care. A geriatrician’s work is a complex balancing act, and listening toyour priorities and the things that are most important for you in life is a key part of the role.Geriatricians are also important when planning your care after an operation or accident. They will work withclinicians as well as social care staff to plan your care and help you maintain your independence. Geriatricians are alsotrained to talk to patients towards the end of their life and help them make appropriate plans. This can include setting outtreatment preferences in advance and planning care at the very end of life.
What is this passage mainly about?
(A)People should forget childish dreams.
(B)Dream jobs are worth pursuing at any age.
(C)Traditional jobs are better than dream jobs.
(D)It’s important to know the job market trends.
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.
What is the main idea of this passage?
(A)The revolution in medicine to lengthen lives.
(B)The introduction of a medical specialty.
(C)The new perspective on modern medicine.
(D)The importance of preventive health care.
What is the tone of the passage?
(A)Sad and regretful.
(B)Sarcastic and bitter.
(C)Serious and professional.
(D)Light-hearted and humorous.
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.
Which of the following can best describe the tone of the passage?
(A)Sarcastic.
(B)Factual.
(C)Pessimistic.
(D)Hilarious.
What is the purpose of the phrase “too much coffee” in the first paragraph?
(A)To show that the writer enjoys drinking coffee.
(B)To suggest that adults need coffee to stay awake.
(C)To amusingly show how stressful adult life can be.
(D)To promote habits that support a healthy work life.
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 NOT a geriatrician’s treatment?
(A)Taking care of a wide range of chronic diseases for the elderly.
(B)Making comprehensive evaluations about the patient’s life.
(C)Providing psychological consults to patients who may or will die.
(D)Performing operations for the elderly people who fall.
Why does the author mention banning pineapple on pizza?
(A)To discuss food culture.
(B)To compliment weird food choices.
(C)To show game designers’ creativity.
(D)To discriminate common food arguments.
What will our cells become when we lose water 4% of body weight?
(A)Smaller.
(B)Larger.
(C)Active.
(D)Thicker.
According to the passage, which of the following statements about a geriatrician is NOT true?
(A)A geriatrician usually works alone in a clinic.
(B)A geriatrician should be a good adviser and listener.
(C)A geriatrician needs integration ability to treat his patients.
(D)A geriatrician will deal with problems according to the priority.
According to the passage, which of the following is true about dream jobs?
(A)They have the potential to offer joy and freedom.
(B)They require less imagination and creativity.
(C)They guarantee stable and safe revenue.
(D)They are disappearing in modern times.
What stage is it when kidneys are damaged because of dehydration?
(A)Stage 1.
(B)Stage 2.
(C)Stage 3.
(D)Stage 4.
Which of the following can we infer from the passage?
(A)Geriatric medicine is not necessary in those countries with fewer elderly people.
(B)Geriatric medicine may play a very important role in aging societies.
(C)Geriatricians are not specialists; they are caregivers to the elderly.
(D)Geriatricians focus on the treatment of elderly physical health.