If you join the gang and commit crimes, you willin jail.
(A)keep up
(B)end up
(C)stay up
(D)sign up
The confrontation between the two countries has become even more serious. In fact, it isthat awar will occur between them.
(A)a piece of cake
(B)a peace of mind
(C)a matter of time
(D)a point of view
Tourists may enjoy a wine tasting andlunch at award-winning vineyards in New Zealand wherethe food is fresh and delicious.
(A)abusive
(B)distinct
(C)evident
(D)gourmet
The residents in the area stronglythe construction of a new landfill.
(A)compose
(B)suppose
(C)oppose
(D)impose
Taipei 101 is a well-knownin Taiwan. It used to be the tallest building in the world.
(A)landlord
(B)landslide
(C)landmark
(D)landscape
In the meeting, the lawyer wason signing a formal written agreement with his former employer.
(A)consistent
(B)intended
(C)persistent
(D)insistent
Obesity, which is caused by a poor diet and lack of exercise, reduces your lifebetween 3 and 10years.
(A)expansion
(B)expiration
(C)expectancy
(D)expenditure
Many employees in our institute work too many hours in a week; they workhours because theythink it is their duty.
(A)extreme
(B)external
(C)extensive
(D)extra
The politician’s speechwith voters’ expectations due to its emphasis on the rights of indigenouscommunities, which echoed the public’s major request.
(A)recommended
(B)reincarnated
(C)reinforced
(D)resonated
John quit hisjob at a software company, although he was unsure of what he would do next.
(A)luminous
(B)lucrative
(C)definitive
(D)industrious請依下文回答第11 題至第15 題:To be a good talker, you need to be a good listener. Careful listening makes you a better talker when it isyour
. You will be able to come up with good follow-up questions. This will show to people whomyou are conversing with
you take an interest in their words. People get perplexed or even annoyedwhen you ask them questions but do not
to listen to their answers. The best conversationalists arethose who are curious about everything. They are good at listening, have broad horizons, and always end uplearning something new. It is only natural that people you talk to show far more interest in themselves andtheir problems than they
in you and your problems. You can learn to show
for them, relatingto what they are feeling as well as what they are saying. If you cannot listen well to people, you have no reasonto expect them to listen any better to you.11
(A)wish
(B)note
(C)show
(D)turn12
(A)if
(B)so
(C)that
(D)when13
(A)bother
(B)devise
(C)permit
(D)shrink14
(A)are
(B)do
(C)have
(D)need15
(A)empathy
(B)hospitality
(C)reservation
(D)suspicion請依下文回答第16 題至第20 題:Dear Gingerbread,Thank you for staying with us at Hotel Giovanni on your recent trip and for posting your feedback. Wewere very disappointed with the content of your review. However, after investigating the details of your staywith all team members, I was even more disappointed to learn that the content of the review was not an accuratereflection of what actually happened.You say that the hotel is dishonest and that one of our staff members, Nora, is a liar because she chargedyou €240 per night. Nora did make a mistake with the rate, and this was spotted the following morning by oneof our more senior receptionists and was corrected before you checked out, so you never paid €240 as youwere told at check-in. Also, the duty manager met you the following morning, apologized for the mistake andgave you a further reduction on your rate.We are 100% certain that Nora made a mistake, as sometimes people do, and we feel it is very unfair andirresponsible of you to call her a liar on a public forum. I’m sensing a lot of anger in the review and I knowthat you probably didn’t mean to let loose all that anger on us. Sometimes people just need to vent. Sometimesat night when I come home from a long day’s work at the hotel, I go out into the field at the back of my houseand scream into the darkness. I let it all out, like a wolf on a moonlit mountain. I feel better after that andnobody gets hurt. I’m not saying howling into the night like a wolf will work for you, but there are other waysof dealing with rage.With regard to the Wi-Fi, yes, the Wi-Fi in the west of this country is the worst in Europe. There is nothingwe can do about this for the moment, although I think we are getting high-speed broadband in the area prettysoon. In the meantime, to anybody else reading this review, do not come to Hotel Giovanni and this town ifWi-Fi is more important to you than human interaction.You also mentioned you were annoyed by “a bunch of grumpy old men” working in the hotel bar. Thereare three men over the age of fifty working in the hotel. Only one of them was working on the night you stayed,so we didn’t know how to deal with the “bunch of grumpy old men” in your review, until my assistant managercame up with the only possible solution. We’ve decided to execute all three of these men to ensure that noother guests will have to endure the horrible torture you went through that evening. Paul, Martin and Luca willbe blindfolded and shot in the backyard on February 30th. There will be music, cocktail, and sausages tocelebrate the execution and we want to show you that we take your feedback seriously. Will you be happythen?Abuse and false accusations do not tackle any problem. But honesty, sincerity, and integrity do. Eventhough you hurt us deeply, we’d still like to be friends. We hope you will return to Hotel Giovanni somedayand give us an opportunity to change your opinion of us.Antonio Romano,General Manager
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of writing this passage?
(A)To announce the cocktail party.
(B)To respond to unfair criticism.
(C)To ask for customers’ opinions.
(D)To improve the quality of service.
What is the general manager’s attitude toward the “bunch of grumpy old men”?
(A)He promises he will punish these men.
(B)He intends to throw a party to welcome these men.
(C)He questions the accusation towards these men.
(D)He hopes these men can be forgiven.
What does “execute” mean in the passage?
(A)Murder.
(B)Promote.
(C)Fire.
(D)Release.
What is the author’s tone in the last paragraph?
(A)Anxious.
(B)Furious.
(C)Ironic.
(D)Sincere.
Which of the following statements is correct?
(A)The hotel has won praise for its Wi-Fi service.
(B)Nora did not make any mistake with the room price.
(C)The duty manager asked the customer to pay 240 Euros.
(D)The general manager believed human interaction was important.
If you join the gang and commit crimes, you willin jail.
(A)keep up
(B)end up
(C)stay up
(D)sign up
The confrontation between the two countries has become even more serious. In fact, it isthat awar will occur between them.
(A)a piece of cake
(B)a peace of mind
(C)a matter of time
(D)a point of view
Tourists may enjoy a wine tasting andlunch at award-winning vineyards in New Zealand wherethe food is fresh and delicious.
(A)abusive
(B)distinct
(C)evident
(D)gourmet
The residents in the area stronglythe construction of a new landfill.
(A)compose
(B)suppose
(C)oppose
(D)impose
Taipei 101 is a well-knownin Taiwan. It used to be the tallest building in the world.
(A)landlord
(B)landslide
(C)landmark
(D)landscape
In the meeting, the lawyer wason signing a formal written agreement with his former employer.
(A)consistent
(B)intended
(C)persistent
(D)insistent
Obesity, which is caused by a poor diet and lack of exercise, reduces your lifebetween 3 and 10years.
(A)expansion
(B)expiration
(C)expectancy
(D)expenditure
Many employees in our institute work too many hours in a week; they workhours because theythink it is their duty.
(A)extreme
(B)external
(C)extensive
(D)extra
The politician’s speechwith voters’ expectations due to its emphasis on the rights of indigenouscommunities, which echoed the public’s major request.
(A)recommended
(B)reincarnated
(C)reinforced
(D)resonated
John quit hisjob at a software company, although he was unsure of what he would do next.
(A)luminous
(B)lucrative
(C)definitive
(D)industrious請依下文回答第11 題至第15 題:To be a good talker, you need to be a good listener. Careful listening makes you a better talker when it isyour
. You will be able to come up with good follow-up questions. This will show to people whomyou are conversing with
you take an interest in their words. People get perplexed or even annoyedwhen you ask them questions but do not
to listen to their answers. The best conversationalists arethose who are curious about everything. They are good at listening, have broad horizons, and always end uplearning something new. It is only natural that people you talk to show far more interest in themselves andtheir problems than they
in you and your problems. You can learn to show
for them, relatingto what they are feeling as well as what they are saying. If you cannot listen well to people, you have no reasonto expect them to listen any better to you.11
(A)wish
(B)note
(C)show
(D)turn12
(A)if
(B)so
(C)that
(D)when13
(A)bother
(B)devise
(C)permit
(D)shrink14
(A)are
(B)do
(C)have
(D)need15
(A)empathy
(B)hospitality
(C)reservation
(D)suspicion請依下文回答第16 題至第20 題:Dear Gingerbread,Thank you for staying with us at Hotel Giovanni on your recent trip and for posting your feedback. Wewere very disappointed with the content of your review. However, after investigating the details of your staywith all team members, I was even more disappointed to learn that the content of the review was not an accuratereflection of what actually happened.You say that the hotel is dishonest and that one of our staff members, Nora, is a liar because she chargedyou €240 per night. Nora did make a mistake with the rate, and this was spotted the following morning by oneof our more senior receptionists and was corrected before you checked out, so you never paid €240 as youwere told at check-in. Also, the duty manager met you the following morning, apologized for the mistake andgave you a further reduction on your rate.We are 100% certain that Nora made a mistake, as sometimes people do, and we feel it is very unfair andirresponsible of you to call her a liar on a public forum. I’m sensing a lot of anger in the review and I knowthat you probably didn’t mean to let loose all that anger on us. Sometimes people just need to vent. Sometimesat night when I come home from a long day’s work at the hotel, I go out into the field at the back of my houseand scream into the darkness. I let it all out, like a wolf on a moonlit mountain. I feel better after that andnobody gets hurt. I’m not saying howling into the night like a wolf will work for you, but there are other waysof dealing with rage.With regard to the Wi-Fi, yes, the Wi-Fi in the west of this country is the worst in Europe. There is nothingwe can do about this for the moment, although I think we are getting high-speed broadband in the area prettysoon. In the meantime, to anybody else reading this review, do not come to Hotel Giovanni and this town ifWi-Fi is more important to you than human interaction.You also mentioned you were annoyed by “a bunch of grumpy old men” working in the hotel bar. Thereare three men over the age of fifty working in the hotel. Only one of them was working on the night you stayed,so we didn’t know how to deal with the “bunch of grumpy old men” in your review, until my assistant managercame up with the only possible solution. We’ve decided to execute all three of these men to ensure that noother guests will have to endure the horrible torture you went through that evening. Paul, Martin and Luca willbe blindfolded and shot in the backyard on February 30th. There will be music, cocktail, and sausages tocelebrate the execution and we want to show you that we take your feedback seriously. Will you be happythen?Abuse and false accusations do not tackle any problem. But honesty, sincerity, and integrity do. Eventhough you hurt us deeply, we’d still like to be friends. We hope you will return to Hotel Giovanni somedayand give us an opportunity to change your opinion of us.Antonio Romano,General Manager
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of writing this passage?
(A)To announce the cocktail party.
(B)To respond to unfair criticism.
(C)To ask for customers’ opinions.
(D)To improve the quality of service.
What is the general manager’s attitude toward the “bunch of grumpy old men”?
(A)He promises he will punish these men.
(B)He intends to throw a party to welcome these men.
(C)He questions the accusation towards these men.
(D)He hopes these men can be forgiven.
What does “execute” mean in the passage?
(A)Murder.
(B)Promote.
(C)Fire.
(D)Release.
What is the author’s tone in the last paragraph?
(A)Anxious.
(B)Furious.
(C)Ironic.
(D)Sincere.
Which of the following statements is correct?
(A)The hotel has won praise for its Wi-Fi service.
(B)Nora did not make any mistake with the room price.
(C)The duty manager asked the customer to pay 240 Euros.
(D)The general manager believed human interaction was important.
If you join the gang and commit crimes, you willin jail.
(A)keep up
(B)end up
(C)stay up
(D)sign up
The film highlighted the struggles andof immigrants as they adapted to life in difficultsurroundings.
(A)luxury
(B)coziness
(C)resilience
(D)abundance
This chemical compound produces toxic micro-organisms, and they willthe growth of certainplants.
(A)descend
(B)migrate
(C)glimpse
(D)inhibit
The confrontation between the two countries has become even more serious. In fact, it isthat awar will occur between them.
(A)a piece of cake
(B)a peace of mind
(C)a matter of time
(D)a point of view
Tourists may enjoy a wine tasting andlunch at award-winning vineyards in New Zealand wherethe food is fresh and delicious.
(A)abusive
(B)distinct
(C)evident
(D)gourmet
The charity event was organized tofunds for those local orphanages which lack even basicfacilities.
(A)raise
(B)deplete
(C)contend
(D)squander
The residents in the area stronglythe construction of a new landfill.
(A)compose
(B)suppose
(C)oppose
(D)impose
The new system is much morethan the old one, saving us time and money.
(A)dysfunctional
(B)efficient
(C)problematic
(D)irrational
Environmental groups are making great efforts toharmful plastic usage, encouraging sustainablepractices to protect oceans and wildlife from further damage.
(A)abolish
(B)counsel
(C)preside
(D)polish
Taipei 101 is a well-knownin Taiwan. It used to be the tallest building in the world.
(A)landlord
(B)landslide
(C)landmark
(D)landscape
In the meeting, the lawyer wason signing a formal written agreement with his former employer.
(A)consistent
(B)intended
(C)persistent
(D)insistent
Many entrepreneurs engage inby donating to charity for a particular cause.
(A)serendipity
(B)philanthropy
(C)bibliography
(D)anthropology
Obesity, which is caused by a poor diet and lack of exercise, reduces your lifebetween 3 and 10years.
(A)expansion
(B)expiration
(C)expectancy
(D)expenditure
Because the company’s old elevator hadn’t been inspected in years, the manager worried it could becomea seriousif someone got injured.
(A)profit
(B)legacy
(C)liability
(D)pension
Many employees in our institute work too many hours in a week; they workhours because theythink it is their duty.
(A)extreme
(B)external
(C)extensive
(D)extra
The events in the story are told, starting with the character’s childhood and ending with hisadulthood.
(A)accidentally
(B)chronologically
(C)quantitatively
(D)qualitatively
The politician’s speechwith voters’ expectations due to its emphasis on the rights of indigenouscommunities, which echoed the public’s major request.
(A)recommended
(B)reincarnated
(C)reinforced
(D)resonated
The rapid evolution of robot technology presents significantto our current legal and ethicalframeworks.
(A)charities
(B)outlets
(C)challenges
(D)outfits
John quit hisjob at a software company, although he was unsure of what he would do next.
(A)luminous
(B)lucrative
(C)definitive
(D)industrious請依下文回答第11 題至第15 題:To be a good talker, you need to be a good listener. Careful listening makes you a better talker when it isyour
The statue stood in aspot at the center of the park, where all visitors could see it the momentthey entered through the main gate.
(A)vague
(B)distant
(C)prominent
(D)suspicious請依下文回答第11 題至第15 題:People adopt minimalism for various reasons. Some find their lives descending into chaos due to theoverwhelming burden of their material possessions. Others,
. You will be able to come up with good follow-up questions. This will show to people whomyou are conversing with
accumulating vast wealth, remaindissatisfied, realizing that no number of possession acquisitions can fill the
you take an interest in their words. People get perplexed or even annoyedwhen you ask them questions but do not
within them. For many,downsizing happens gradually with each move,
to listen to their answers. The best conversationalists arethose who are curious about everything. They are good at listening, have broad horizons, and always end uplearning something new. It is only natural that people you talk to show far more interest in themselves andtheir problems than they
their lives over time. In other cases, people let goof possessions to escape depression. Additionally, there are those whose perspectives on life dramatically shiftafter surviving a catastrophic natural disaster, leading them to
in you and your problems. You can learn to show
a simpler way of living. Adoptingminimalism grants us the freedom to pursue what truly enriches our lives. By living with less, we gain more timefor meaningful activities and greater mobility to explore the world. Minimalism also sharpens our
for them, relatingto what they are feeling as well as what they are saying. If you cannot listen well to people, you have no reasonto expect them to listen any better to you.11
(A)wish
(B)note
(C)show
(D)turn12
(A)if
(B)so
(C)that
(D)when13
(A)bother
(B)devise
(C)permit
(D)shrink14
(A)are
(B)do
(C)have
(D)need15
(A)empathy
(B)hospitality
(C)reservation
(D)suspicion請依下文回答第16 題至第20 題:Dear Gingerbread,Thank you for staying with us at Hotel Giovanni on your recent trip and for posting your feedback. Wewere very disappointed with the content of your review. However, after investigating the details of your staywith all team members, I was even more disappointed to learn that the content of the review was not an accuratereflection of what actually happened.You say that the hotel is dishonest and that one of our staff members, Nora, is a liar because she chargedyou €240 per night. Nora did make a mistake with the rate, and this was spotted the following morning by oneof our more senior receptionists and was corrected before you checked out, so you never paid €240 as youwere told at check-in. Also, the duty manager met you the following morning, apologized for the mistake andgave you a further reduction on your rate.We are 100% certain that Nora made a mistake, as sometimes people do, and we feel it is very unfair andirresponsible of you to call her a liar on a public forum. I’m sensing a lot of anger in the review and I knowthat you probably didn’t mean to let loose all that anger on us. Sometimes people just need to vent. Sometimesat night when I come home from a long day’s work at the hotel, I go out into the field at the back of my houseand scream into the darkness. I let it all out, like a wolf on a moonlit mountain. I feel better after that andnobody gets hurt. I’m not saying howling into the night like a wolf will work for you, but there are other waysof dealing with rage.With regard to the Wi-Fi, yes, the Wi-Fi in the west of this country is the worst in Europe. There is nothingwe can do about this for the moment, although I think we are getting high-speed broadband in the area prettysoon. In the meantime, to anybody else reading this review, do not come to Hotel Giovanni and this town ifWi-Fi is more important to you than human interaction.You also mentioned you were annoyed by “a bunch of grumpy old men” working in the hotel bar. Thereare three men over the age of fifty working in the hotel. Only one of them was working on the night you stayed,so we didn’t know how to deal with the “bunch of grumpy old men” in your review, until my assistant managercame up with the only possible solution. We’ve decided to execute all three of these men to ensure that noother guests will have to endure the horrible torture you went through that evening. Paul, Martin and Luca willbe blindfolded and shot in the backyard on February 30th. There will be music, cocktail, and sausages tocelebrate the execution and we want to show you that we take your feedback seriously. Will you be happythen?Abuse and false accusations do not tackle any problem. But honesty, sincerity, and integrity do. Eventhough you hurt us deeply, we’d still like to be friends. We hope you will return to Hotel Giovanni somedayand give us an opportunity to change your opinion of us.Antonio Romano,General Manager
,helping us focus on our most pressing concerns. It is not about deprivation; rather, it’s about regaining controlover our lives and focusing our energy on what truly matters.11
(A)along
(B)beside
(C)despite
(D)opposite12
(A)flap
(B)volume
(C)sole
(D)void13
(A)complicating
(B)confusing
(C)simplifying
(D)seducing14
(A)compile
(B)embrace
(C)invade
(D)retreat15
(A)fragile trust
(B)mental clarity
(C)ethical dilemma
(D)arrogant attitude51010 - 51110請依下文回答第16 題至第20 題:Romantic relationships should be built on mutual respect, emotional reciprocity, and authenticcommunication. However, when one partner exhibits narcissistic tendencies, these fundamental elementsdeteriorate. Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is a recognized psychological condition characterized byan inflated sense of self-importance, a lack of empathy, and a need for admiration. While occasional selfishnessis normal, true narcissism involves a persistent pattern of manipulative behavior that can be deeply damaging.Narcissists prioritize relationships that serve their personal interests, leading to superficial rather than deepconnections. Their fragile self-esteem makes them highly defensive, often shifting blame instead of takingresponsibility.Narcissists use manipulative strategies to maintain control. A primary tactic is gaslighting, where theydistort reality to make their partner question their own perceptions and less likely to challenge the narcissist’scontrol. Over time, this erodes self-confidence and creates emotional dependency. Narcissists also belittle theirpartners, using subtle insults, passive-aggressive remarks, and constant criticism to undermine their self-esteem. If their control is threatened, they may resort to emotional outbursts or silent treatment. Additionally,narcissists exhibit an unwavering sense of entitlement. They expect admiration, struggle with compromise,and rarely accept blame, making conflict resolution nearly impossible.Recognizing these patterns early is crucial for preserving emotional well-being. Establishing firmboundaries, seeking support from trusted friends and professionals, and prioritizing self-care can mitigate thedamage of a narcissistic relationship. Leaving a narcissistic partner can be challenging, as they often resist lossof control through manipulation and guilt-tripping. However, reclaiming one’s autonomy and self-worth isessential. While an official NPD diagnosis requires a clinical expert, understanding toxic relationship dynamicsempowers individuals to make healthier choices.
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of writing this passage?
(A)To announce the cocktail party.
(B)To respond to unfair criticism.
(C)To ask for customers’ opinions.
(D)To improve the quality of service.
What is this passage mainly about?
(A)Discussing different types of narcissistic personalities and how they evolve.
(B)Examining why some people are more likely to be attracted to narcissistic partners.
(C)Identifying the traits and manipulative behaviors of narcissists in relationships.
(D)Understanding how to develop a stronger emotional bond with a narcissistic partner.
What is the general manager’s attitude toward the “bunch of grumpy old men”?
(A)He promises he will punish these men.
(B)He intends to throw a party to welcome these men.
(C)He questions the accusation towards these men.
(D)He hopes these men can be forgiven.
According to the passage, which of the following is true about people in a relationship with narcissists?
(A)They are likely to experience a decline in self-confidence over time.
(B)They can change the narcissists’ behavior through patience and understanding.
(C)They can maintain a balanced relationship if they manage to set firm boundaries.
(D)They are responsible for the narcissists’ behavior and should improve the relationship.
What does “execute” mean in the passage?
(A)Murder.
(B)Promote.
(C)Fire.
(D)Release.
What does unwavering sense of entitlement most likely mean in the passage?
(A)A weak need for constant admiration.
(B)An inability to recognize narcissists’ mistakes.
(C)A refusal to acknowledge others’ emotions.
(D)A persistent belief that narcissists deserve special treatments.
What is the author’s tone in the last paragraph?
(A)Anxious.
(B)Furious.
(C)Ironic.
(D)Sincere.
According to the passage, why is “gaslighting” used as a key tactic by narcissists?
(A)To create deep, meaningful emotional bonds.
(B)To feel empathetic for their partners.
(C)To maintain control by making their partners doubt their own reality.
(D)To recognize the manipulative nature of the relationship early on.
Which of the following statements is correct?
(A)The hotel has won praise for its Wi-Fi service.
(B)Nora did not make any mistake with the room price.
(C)The duty manager asked the customer to pay 240 Euros.
(D)The general manager believed human interaction was important.
What is the author’s primary intention in writing the passage?
(A)To refute a clinical explanation of Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD).
(B)To question strategies for effectively managing a relationship with a narcissist.
(C)To compare different types of manipulative behaviors in toxic relationships.
(D)To warn readers about psychological and emotional risks of dating a narcissist.51010 - 51110