2018年9月30日 星期日

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Question 1.
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Hello. I would like to apply for the position advertised on your website. May I please speak with the manager on duty?
 (A) I apologize. She is not available right now. Maybe next time?
 (B) Yes you may. What is your website name please?
 (C) He is not here right now. Please leave a message on the website.
 (D) Sure. May I please ask who is calling?(正解)
我想要應徵刊登在網站上的那個職位. 我可以跟負責人說話嗎?
(A)對不起.她現在沒有空. 也許下次?
(B)當然可以. 請問你的網站是?
(C)他現在不在這裡. 請在網站上留言。
(D)當然. 請問您的名字是?
 
 
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Question 2.
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Can you believe what happened at the end of the novel?
 (A) I never believe in it.
 (B) Where did you leave the book?
 (C) No, it was at the start of the book.
 (D) No, it was such a surprise.(正解)
你能相信小說最後發生的事嗎?
(A)我從來不相信。
(B)你看到書的哪裡?
(C)不, 那是在書的一開始。
(D)不,那真是一個驚喜。
 
 
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Question 3.
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I can't believe how disturbing that film was. What was your impression?
 (A) I was also impressed.
 (B) I went to film school for three years.
 (C) Not really.
 (D) I thought it was decent.(正解)
我不敢相信這部電影這麼擾人. 你覺得呢?
(A)我也覺得印象深刻。
(B)我在電影學校念了三年書。
(C)並不是這樣的。
(D)我倒覺得電影還不錯。
 
 
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Question 4.
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Can I use this coupon for my order?
 (A) Sorry, your coupon has just expired.(正解)
 (B) How much money do you have?
 (C) How is your order?
 (D) Yes, you ordered it.
我可以用這張特價卷購物嗎?
(A)不好意思, 你的特價卷剛好過期了。
(B)你有多少錢?
(C)你的餐點如何?
(D)是的, 你點了。
 
 
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Question 5.
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So, what's new with you these days?
 (A) I love to catch up.
 (B) Not much. And you?(正解)
 (C) Me neither. And you?
 (D) These days have been cold.
那…你最近有何新鮮事發生嗎?
(A)我很熱意聚聚。
(B)沒什麼.你呢?
(C)我也沒有.你呢?
(D)這幾天一直很冷。

詳解: 答案c 只用於前一句也是否定句. 列如:A: I don't want to go. 我不想去. B: Me, neither. 我也不想
 
 
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Question 6.
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Where did you disappear to? I haven't seen you for hours!
 (A) Sorry, I ran into an old friend on the street.(正解)
 (B) I didn't go.
 (C) Whatever happens, it's up to you.
 (D) That was a long time ago.
你消失到哪去了? 我好幾個小時沒看到你了?
(A)對不起, 我在街上遇到一個老朋友。
(B)我沒有去。
(C)不論發生什麼事, 你決定就可以。
(D)那已經是很久以前了。
 
 
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Question 7.
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Rumor on the streets is that she is cheating on her husband.
 (A) I think rumor means cheating.
 (B) I don't believe it for a second.(正解)
 (C) Where are these rumors?
 (D) Which husband?
謠言傳出她有外遇。
(A)我想謠言意思是偷吃。
(B)我有一度不敢相信。
(C)謠言在哪裡?
(D)哪個老公?
 
 
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Question 8.
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I think I have caught something. I won't be able to make it into the office today.
 (A) Well, you will need to bring us a note from your doctor.(正解)
 (B) No, but thank you for calling.
 (C) Was it your fault?
 (D) Where did it happen?
我想我好像感冒了. 我今天無法進辦公室了。
(A)那你需要把醫生證明帶回來。
(B)不,但謝謝你打來。
(C)是你的錯嗎?
(D)在哪裡發生的?
 
 
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Question 9.
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What is your delivery charge for the pizza?
 (A) It's free of charge.(正解)
 (B) The pizza price is free.
 (C) We can deliver it for you.
 (D) It is 20$ for the cab fare.
你們外送披薩費用多少?
(A)運費免費。
(B)披薩免費。
(C)我們可以幫你運送。
(D)計程車資20元。
 
 
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Question 10.
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I am determined to finish this puzzle before dinner.
 (A) Why? Are you eating out with someone tonight?(正解)
 (B) I'm as big of a fan of playing video games as you are.
 (C) One booklet of puzzle cost me nearly 40 bucks.
 (D) I am craving salmon steak and onion soup with double cheese for dinner.
我決定在晚餐前完成謎題。
(A)為什麼? 你要和誰去外面吃嗎?
(B)我也和你一樣是電玩遊戲迷。
(C)一本謎題冊花了我將近40塊美金。
(D)我非常想吃鮭魚排和雙層起司的洋蔥湯當晚餐。
 
 
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Question 11.
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Do you realize how fast you were going, Sir?
 (A) Actually, I was slower.
 (B) Not for many years.
 (C) I am sorry. I didn't realize.(正解)
 (D) Yes, I know I was going slower.
先生, 你知道你的速度有多快嗎?
(A)事實上, 我開得很慢。
(B)很多年沒有了。
(C)對不起, 我沒有注意到。
(D)是的, 我知道我開的很慢。
 
 
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Question 12.
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Can you please pass me the salt?
 (A) And the pepper.
 (B) There is the salt.
 (C) Okay, here you go.(正解)
 (D) I will pass on that one.
可以請你把鹽遞過來嗎?
(A)還有胡椒粉。
(B)鹽在那裡。
(C)Okay, 在這裡。
(D)我會傳下去。
 
 
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Question 13.
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How long have you guys known each other?
 (A) That depends what year.
 (B) We went to a movie last night.
 (C) About five years.(正解)
 (D) We never go out together.
你們認識多久了?
(A)要看是哪一年。
(B)我們昨晚去看電影。
(C)大約五年了。
(D)我們從來沒有一起出去。
 
 
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Question 14.
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Can you tell me how to get to 54th street and 122nd avenue?
 (A) Sure. Hang a left at the next corner, and then go straight for about 2 blocks.(正解)
 (B) I'm not sure. I live on 122nd avenue.
 (C) That depends. Where is it?
 (D) That is so many blocks away. Be careful when you are driving.
你可以告訴我122大道和54街要怎麼去嗎?
(A)沒問題. 下一個轉角左轉, 繼續走大概兩個路口。
(B)我不確定. 我住在122大道。
(C)要看在哪裡?
(D)那裡很遠. 開車小心。
 
 
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Question 15.
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You're looking good these days. Have you lost weight or something?
 (A) Maybe something.
 (B) Where have you been?
 (C) Of course not. Actually, I have put on weight!(正解)
 (D) Not always.
你這幾天看起來很不錯. 是減肥了嗎還是其他的?
(A)也許某些事。
(B)你去哪裡了?
(C)當然沒有, 我其實變重了。
(D)不是常常都是。
 
 
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答錯
Question 1.
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What is the most likely scenario?
 (A) The man is getting fired for being a poor worker.
 (B) The man wants to retire because he is old.
 (C) The man is a dedicated and loyal worker.
 (D) The man is getting laid off because he is old.(正解)
M: I have been with this company for decades. How can you do this to me?
W: To be honest Frank, I think your time has passed. Maybe it's time for you to retire.
M: But I have always been dedicated and loyal to this place. I can't believe it.
男:我已經為這間公司工作很多年了. 你怎麼可以這樣對我?
女:說實話, Frank.我想你已經過時了. 或許你應該退休了。
男:但是我對這個地方一直有貢獻,一直很忠心. 我真不敢相信。

問:這最有可能是什麼場景?
(A)這個男人因為懶惰而被解雇。
(B)這個男人想要退休因為他老了。
(C)這個男人是一個貢獻自我而且很忠心的員工。
(D)這個男人被解雇因為他年紀大了。
 
 
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Question 2.
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How would you describe the man and woman's relationship?
 (A) They are considering teaching abroad together.
 (B) They are old friends or acquaintances.(正解)
 (C) They are very good friends.
 (D) They are working together.
W: Wow, Joe! I haven't seen you in years! What are you up to these days?
M: Not much really. Basically just working and taking it easy. You?
W: Actually, I just got back from teaching abroad. Now I don't know what to do with myself.
M: I was considering doing that. Any advice?
女:哇! Joe! 好幾年沒見到你了! 你最近在忙什麼?
男:也沒什麼. 基本上只是工作和輕鬆過生活.你呢?
女:事實上, 我剛從外國教書回來. 現在我不知道自己要作什麼?
男:我前陣子也在想這件事. 你的建議呢?

問:你覺得這兩個人之間的關係為何?
(A)他們在考慮一起去國外教書。
(B)他們是老朋友或是舊識。
(C)他們是非常好的朋友。
(D)他們目前在一起工作。
 
 
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Question 3.
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Why does the man oppose the woman's overuse of caffeine?
 (A) It makes her hyper.
 (B) It makes her crazy.
 (C) It makes her ill.(正解)
 (D) It makes her work really fast.
W: I just gorged three iced coffees and I am feeling hyper!
M: I thought I told you to stop doing that! You always feel nauseous after.
W: But I love the rush! And I have tons of work to do. There is no way I could handle it without something.
M: Are the benefits really worth the repercussions?
女:我剛吞了3杯冰咖啡. 現在我覺得很亢奮。
男:我以為我已經告訴你不要再這樣做了! 之後你總是覺得很不舒服。
女:但是我喜歡這種急急忙忙的感覺. 而且我有很多的工作要做! 如果我沒有喝咖啡, 我沒有辦法工作!
男:那後果真的值得嗎?

問:為什麼那個男人反對那個女人過度使用咖啡因?
(A)那讓她覺得很亢奮。
(B)那讓她覺得很瘋狂。
(C)那讓她覺得不舒服。
(D)那讓她工作很快速。
 
 
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Question 4.
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What kind of attitude does the man have?
 (A) Emotional.
 (B) Sexist.(正解)
 (C) Compromising.
 (D) Dejected.
W: Do I add the sugar before or after the baking soda?
M: How should I know? Do I look like a recipe book?
W: Well, I thought you might know.
M: I am a guy. Isn't that your thing?
女:我應該在放發粉之前還是之後放糖?
男:我怎麼會知道? 我看起來像一本食譜嗎?
女:我以為你會知道。
男:我是個男人. 這是女人的事吧?

問:這個男人的態度如何?
(A)情緒化。
(B)性別歧視。
(C)妥協。
(D)沮喪。
 
 
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Question 5.
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What characteristic does the man share with his paternal side of the family?
 (A) His good looks.
 (B) His big eyes.
 (C) A tendency to get angry easily.(正解)
 (D) A good temper.
W: Where did you get your huge eyes from, your mother's side or your father's side?
M: Well, looks wise I have my Mom to thank. Unfortunately I adopted my Dad's bad habits and short temper.
女:你的大眼睛是遺傳媽媽還是爸爸?
男:我要感謝我媽給我大眼睛,但不幸的是我也遺傳了我爸的壞習慣和壞脾氣。

問:這個男人遺傳了他父親的什麼個性?
(A)他帥氣的外表。
(B)他的大眼睛。
(C)容易生氣的傾向。
(D)好脾氣。
 
 
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Question 6.
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What is the man's opinion on health care reform?
 (A) He dislikes it.
 (B) He opposes it.
 (C) He is debating it.
 (D) He thinks it is important.(正解)
M: Have you heard that they are debating making major changes to our country's health care policy?
W: To be honest, I could care less.
M: You should take a greater interest in what is going on out there. Many people could be seriously affected by this.
W: I guess I am a little selfish in that regard.
男:你有聽說他們在討論要對國家健保政策大改嗎?
女:說實話, 我不太關心那個部份。
男:你應該對外界發生的事多關心點. 有很多的人的權利會大受影響。
女:我猜我對這件事情比較自私點。

問:這個男人對健保改型的意見為何?
(A)他不喜歡
(B)他反對
(C)他在爭論當中
(D)他覺得那很重要
 
 
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Question 7.
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What genre of literature is the book in question?
 (A) Comedy.
 (B) Drama.
 (C) Science Fiction.
 (D) Autobiography.(正解)
W: I seriously can't put this book down. It's awesome.
M: What's it about?
W: It's the life story of the singer of my favorite band, Cherub Rock.
M: What's so good about it?
W: Well, he wrote it himself, and it is honest, revealing, scandalous, and pretty funny too.
女:我真的無法把書放下.那真是太好看了。
男:那本書在講什麼。
女:這本書在講我最喜歡的樂團 Cherub Rock 的歌手的生平故事。
男:為什麼那故事會很好看呢?
女:他以一種誠實,憤慨, 很好笑的表現來描寫有關他自己的故事。

問:這本書的文體是什麼?
(A)喜劇。
(B)戲劇。
(C)科幻小說。
(D)自傳。
 
 
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Question 8.
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Why was the man wearing turtleneck sweaters?
 (A) To cover up his skin problem.(正解)
 (B) Because he thought the woman liked them.
 (C) Because his rash finally went away.
 (D) So that he could wear longer.
M: That rash on my skin has finally cleared up. I was starting to think it would never go away.
W: Well, thank god you don't have to wear those hideous turtleneck sweaters any longer.
M: You thought I like that?
男:我皮膚上的紅疹終於消失了. 我才剛開始想它不會好。
女:感謝老天你不用再穿那些醜陋的高領毛衣了。
男:你以為我喜歡嗎?

問:為什麼這個男人會穿高領毛衣?
(A)為了遮掩他的皮膚病。
(B)因為他以為那個女生喜歡。
(C)因為他的紅疹終於消失了。
(D)所以他可以再穿久一點
 
 
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Question 9.
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What position is the woman applying for?
 (A) Lawyer.
 (B) Cleaner.
 (C) Cook.(正解)
 (D) Hotel manager.
M: This position requires multi-tasking and quick thinking. Things can get pretty hectic. Have you ever worked in a high-stress environment?
W: Well, I actually worked in a place like this for many years before. I handled the grill and fries at the same time. My coworkers were impressed that I was so calm about it.
男:這個職務需要能夠同時處理數個工作以及迅速思考. 這份工作可能會非常的忙. 你有在高壓的環境下工作的經驗嗎?
女:事實上前幾年我曾在這樣的地方工作過. 我得要同時處理燒烤和油炸食品. 我的同事對我冷靜處理的態度感到印象深刻。

問:這個女人在申請什麼職位?
(A) 律師
(B) 清潔人員
(C) 廚師
(D) 旅館經理 
 
 
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Question 10.
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Which of the following assertions is correct regarding the man?
 (A) He is of Argentinian and Indonesian descent.(正解)
 (B) He is of Native American and Iranian descent.
 (C) He is of mysterious and unknown descent.
 (D) He takes pleasure in being of single descent.
M: My mother's family came from Argentina, and my father is originally Indonesian.
W: That's a curious mix. I never would have thought.
M: You wouldn't believe some of the guesses I get! Everything from Native American to Iranian!
W: That's hilarious. You must get annoyed with it.
M: Actually I take pleasure in being mysterious.
男:我媽媽的家族來自Argentina (阿根廷), 而我爸爸源於Indonesia (印尼)。
女:那真是個有趣的組合. 我從來沒想過。
男:你不會相信有些人的猜測. 從印第安人或是伊拉克人都有。
女:真好笑! 你一定覺得很煩。
男:事實上我還挺開心當個神祕的人。

問:關於這個男人的敘述以下哪一點是正確的?
(A)他是阿根廷和印尼的混血。
(B)他是北美和伊拉克人的混血。
(C)他的血統神祕而且沒人知道。
(D)他很高興他是單一血統。
 
 
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Question 11.
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If the event has a decent turnout, what would be the likely explanation?
 (A) Poor weather and bad timing.
 (B) Up to 20 people might come.
 (C) Good weather and good timing.(正解)
 (D) Only four people came last time.
M: I am expecting anywhere from half a dozen to twenty people to show up tonight.
W: Well, how many showed last time?
M: Only four, but it was pouring rain and a weeknight. This time around it's a long weekend and the sun is shining.
男:我預計今晚有6到20人會來。
女:上次有多少人來?
男:只有四個, 但上次是平日晚上而且還下大雨. 這次則是個週末長假而且天氣很好。

問:如果這次聚會來的人數還不錯,最有可能的原因為何?
(A)壞天氣而且時間點不好。
(B)超過20人會來。
(C)好天氣而且時間點佳。
(D)上次只有四個人來。
 
 
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Question 12.
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Why did the man become vegetarian at the beginning?
 (A) To frustrate his family.(正解)
 (B) For social, political and health reasons.
 (C) To make a logical decision.
 (D) To become informed about the political and social reasons behind it.
W: How long have you been vegetarian for?
M: It's been over ten years.
W: What is the logic behind your decision?
M: Well, initially I just wanted to annoy my parents, but over time I started to become more informed about the political and social reasons behind it, as well as the health benefits.
女:你吃素多久了?
男:已經超過十年了。
女:你做這個決定的邏輯性是什麼?
男:剛開始我只想惹惱我爸媽, 但一段時間後, 我越來越了解吃素行動背後的政治和社會意義,對健康也是有益的。

問:這個男人成為素食者的最初原因為何?
(A)為了讓他的家人感到挫敗。
(B)為了社會性, 政治性和健康因素。
(C)為了要作一個有邏輯性的決定。
(D)為了要了解其背後的政治和社會原因。
 
 
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Question 13.
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Why is this couple going their separate ways?
 (A) One of them is cheating on the other.
 (B) The woman always gets mad at the man.
 (C) There is physical abuse.
 (D) They have a communication problem.(正解)
M: Why are you leaving me?
W: Well, lately you have just been really distant. I have no idea what is on your mind and we never talk.
M: Well, I have tons on my mind, but you never ask.
W: How can I ask when every time I do you get mad at me?
男:為什麼你要離開我?
女:最近你一直很疏離. 我不知道你在想什麼,而且我們也從來沒有談過。
男:我有很多事情在腦海中,但是你從來沒問。
女:如果你每次都對我做的事生氣,我要如何開口問?

問:為什麼這對情侶會分手?
(A)其中一個有外遇。
(B)這個女生總是對男生感到很生氣。
(C)因為肢體暴力。
(D)他們的溝通有問題。
 
 
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Question 14.
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Why does the man despise jazz music?
 (A) Because he thinks jazz musicians have no talent.
 (B) Because it is too emotional.
 (C) Because he cannot make good jazz music anymore.
 (D) Because it doesn't make him feel anything.(正解)
M: I have never been a huge fan of jazz music. It just doesn't really do anything for me. It's rather boring.
W: Seriously? You must be joking. I would like to see you make good jazz music.
M: Fine, I admit that there is a degree of talent involved. It just doesn't inspire any emotion in me.
W: Fair enough.
男:我從來就不喜歡爵士樂.對我並沒有任何意義, 反而有點無聊。
女:真的嗎? 你一定在開玩笑.我還想看你編爵士樂。
男:好吧! 我承認那需要某種程度的天分. 但那不再讓我有感覺了。
女:好吧。

問:為什麼那個男人不喜歡爵士樂?
(A)因為他覺得爵士樂手都沒有天分。
(B)因為那太過於情緒化了。
(C)因為他再也無法做出好的爵士樂。
(D)因為爵士樂不再讓他有感覺。
 
 
答錯
Question 15.
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Why is the author having problems completing his assignment?
 (A) There is too much pressure.
 (B) He feels uninspired.(正解)
 (C) The boss is annoying him.
 (D) He cares more about quantity than quality.
M: The boss keeps getting on my case about that piece I am working on. What's his problem?
W: Well, you haven't written a word in months. You have a contract, don't you?
M: Sure, but it means nothing. You can't rush true inspiration. If he wants quality, he will have to wait.
男:老闆一直在盯著我正在做的那個案子.他有什麼問題?
女:你好幾個月沒寫出一個字了。你可是有簽合約的,不是嗎?
男:好吧, 但那不代表什麼. 靈感是不能催的. 如果他要品質, 那他就要等。

問:為什麼這個作者對於完成他的作品有困難?
(A)壓力太大。
(B)他沒有靈感。
(C)老闆讓他覺得很煩。
(D)他比較關心數量, 而非品質。
 
 
**請注意,訂正頁面顯示的選項順序為原始資料順序,可能會和測驗時的順序不同。
Questions 1 through 3 refer to the following short talk.

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According to the local authorities, there has been a group of armed robberies of convenience shops and small eateries in the Upper Bay area over the last two weeks. As many as 30 different locations have been hit by what police believe to be the same gang or network of gangs, based on their habit of leaving visual evidence of their visit such as a spray painting tag or logo at each crime scene. The logos vary in subject matter, but all of them share the same combination of colors, typically green and yellow, or green and pink. Police Chief Wiggum is not commenting on the matter at this time, but establishments in the Upper and neighboring Lower Bay areas are being asked to take extra precaution and police vehicles in the area are being reinforced and are on high alert.

根據當地政府機關指出, 在過去兩個星期, 有一票持有武器的便利商店和飯館搶犯在上灣區出沒. 根據搶犯在犯罪現場留下的證據, 像是噴漆或是標誌, 警察相信是同一票搶犯或是犯罪集團已經在30個不同的地點犯案. 這些標誌根據犯罪對象不同而有所不同, 但所有的標誌都有相同顏色組合, 基本上像是綠色和黃色, 或是綠色和粉紅色. 警長Wiggum 目前並沒有對這此事件表示任何的意見, 但警長以對上城和鄰近的下灣區部屬警力,並加強警車和預防措施.
arm v 持有槍械
robbery n 搶犯
precaution n 預防措施
reinforce v 加強
答錯
Question 1.
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What is one thing that the gangs are not doing?
 (A) Robbing small local shops and restaurants.
 (B) Using the same combination of colors as visual evidence.
 (C) Spray painting symbols at each crime scene.
 (D) Stealing money from small banks.(正解)
這些幫派分子沒有做什麼?
(A)搶劫小店鋪和餐廳。
(B)在做為證據的標誌上使用相同的顏色組合。
(C)在每個犯罪現場留下噴漆信號。
(D)從小銀行裡偷錢。
根據本段內容, 這些搶犯不但在上灣區各地的便利商店和小飯館搶劫, 還在犯罪現場留下相同顏色組合的噴漆信號, 只有答案D沒有. 所以選 D.
 
 
答對
Question 2.
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Which precaution are the police making to stop the thieves?
 (A) Asking local shops to close down for a few weeks.
 (B) Adding extra police cars to the area.(正解)
 (C) Giving guns to local restaurants.
 (D) Not commenting on the matter.
警察針對這些小偷做了哪些預防措施?
(A)要求當地商店關門休息數週。
(B)增加當區額外的警車。
(C)發送槍枝給當地餐廳。
(D)對這件事情沒意見。
內容的最後的 '…extra precaution and police vehicles…' 指額外的預防措施和警車, 所以答案為 B.
 
 
答錯
Question 3.
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What TV station could this report come from?
 (A) Comedy Talk Show.
 (B) Daily Dining.
 (C) Lunchtime News.(正解)
 (D) Outdoor Life Fun.
此篇報導可能來自哪個電視台?
(A)喜劇脫口秀。
(B)每日餐點。
(C)午間新聞。
(D)戶外生活趣。
 
 
Questions 4 through 6 refer to the following short talk.

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Many people overlook the possible risks involved in scuba diving, and as a result, there are several fatalities per year resulting from ignorance and poor safety measures. Going to depths greater than 5 meters below the water surface creates a high level of pressure on the body. Thus, it is necessary to 'depressurize', or clear air bubbles from the ear canals. Most of us have done this before, perhaps on a plane ride or driving up into the mountains. Failure to do so can cause eardrums to collapse.
Air becomes compressed under pressure, so the lungs become smaller with greater depths under water. When the diver rises, the air in the lungs expands, causing the lungs to expand simultaneously. If the diver rises to the surface too quickly, massive damage can be caused to the lungs. As a result, divers must rise to the surface slowly, and continue exhaling as they ascend. Finally, divers must remember to monitor their oxygen levels, always stay with a partner or 'dive buddy' in case they run out of oxygen and can share, communicate using gestures with co-divers, and be aware of underwater hazards such as sharks, poisonous creatures, and sharp coral.


許多人都忽略深潛時的可能危險, 因此, 每年有數起死亡事件由於無知和安全考量不足引起的. 潛入水面五公尺深下處會造成身體上的高壓. 於是減壓或清除耳道上的氣泡是很必要的. 我們大部份都曾經做過這件事, 也許是在飛機上或在山路上開車. 沒有做這個動作會導致耳膜的破裂 .
壓力會壓縮空氣, 所以肺部會隨著水中深度增加而縮小. 當潛水者往上潛, 肺部裡的空氣增加會造成肺部同時間的擴張. 假使潛水者過於快速的往上升, 肺部將會嚴重的受損. 因此, 潛水者必須慢慢的往上升, 然後不停止的吐氣. 最後, 潛水者一定要記得檢查氧氣的存量, 一直待在同伴或潛水夥伴的身邊以防氧氣耗盡. 他們可以以手勢和彼此溝通,分享水中的危險, 像是鯊魚, 有毒的生物或是尖銳的珊瑚礁.

as a result 因此
fatality n (因意外) 死亡; (宿病) 不治死亡
ignorance n 忽視,忽略
depressurize v 減壓
hazard n 危險
poisonous adj 有毒的
canal n 運河,(動植物) 管,道
compress v 壓縮
simultaneously adv 同時地
massive adj 大範圍的
ascend v 上升,攀登, 追朔至某時間 (+to)
oxygen n 氧氣 
答錯
Question 4.
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What is the primary focus of this piece of writing?
 (A) Scuba diving certification requirements.
 (B) Scuba diving hazards and safety measures.(正解)
 (C) Dangerous sea creatures.
 (D) The best sites in the world for scuba diving.
這篇文章主要的主旨是什麼?
(A)潛水執照的要求。
(B)潛水時的危險和安全考量。
(C)危險的海中生物。
(D)世上最好的潛水地點。
 
 
答錯
Question 5.
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What is the main danger mentioned in this article?
 (A) Injury and possible death.(正解)
 (B) Loss of scuba diving certification.
 (C) Your scuba diving instructor will be angry.
 (D) Damage to scuba diving equipment.
文章中提到最主要的危險是什麼?
(A)受傷和可能死亡。
(B)遺失潛水執照。
(C)你的潛水指導員會生氣。
(D)潛水設備的損害。
 
 
答對
Question 6.
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What happens if you rise to the surface too quickly when you are scuba diving?
 (A) You might hit a boat or another dangerous obstacle.
 (B) Air in the lungs expands and can cause severe injury.(正解)
 (C) The lungs get smaller and can implode.
 (D) Air is released in the ear canals.
當你在潛水時, 假如你太快浮出水面會發生什麼事?
(A)你可能會撞到船或其它危險的物體。
(B)肺中的空氣擴張可能造成的嚴重傷害。
(C)肺部會縮小而且可能內爆。
(D)空氣會從耳道中溢出。
 
 
Questions 7 through 9 refer to the following short talk.

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We are pleased to announce that this Sunday KNN will be broadcasting live from the Shaw Conference Center, where Three Houses Down will be performing their first show of their North American tour. KNN will be offering exclusive coverage, so make sure to tune in to catch the first and best commentary on the show. We will even be broadcasting a handful of their songs live, for those who couldn't get tickets to the sold-out show.
On top of this we are having a special contest. We are giving away season tickets for all Shaw Conference Center events to the first five people who call in when you hear Three Houses Down's latest single, 'I love you 99'. And remember, the number is 444-4KNN. This Sunday night, don't miss it!


我們很高興告訴大家這個星期日KNN會現場直播Three Houses Down 在Shaw會議中心的北美巡迴之旅第一場表演. KNN將會提供獨一無二的報導, 所以別轉台,我們會有最棒的第一手報導. 我們甚至會現場直播他們的歌曲給那些無法參加這場銷售一空的演出的聽眾.
除此之外,我們有一場特別的比賽. 我們會送出在Shaw會議中心所以的演出季票.當你聽到 Three Houses Down 的最新單曲'I love you 99', 前五個打來的聽眾朋友將會有機會獲得. 別忘記!電話是444-4566(444-4KNN). 這個星期天晚上, 別錯過了!

broadcast v 廣播
exclusive n 獨家報導; adj 排外的, 獨有的
coverage n 新聞報導,覆蓋範圍
commentary n 評論 (+on), 實況報導
commercial n 電視廣告
advertisement n 報紙廣告
答錯
Question 7.
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What do you need to do to win the season ticket for all Shaw Conference Center Events?
 (A) Go to the Three Houses Down concert this Sunday.
 (B) Watch the Three Doors Down concert this Sunday on the KNN TV channel.
 (C) Call 444-4KNN during the concert.
 (D) Call KNN radio station when the song, "I love you 99" comes on the radio live.(正解)
你需要做什麼來贏得會議中心的所有的表演票?
(A)參加Three Houses Down這個星期天的演出。
(B)觀賞這個星期日Three Houses Down在KNN的電視秀。
(C)在演出當中打444-4KNN. (北美廣告節目中, 常用來增加觀眾的注意力, 在鍵盤上, 號碼是444-4566. K是5, N是6)。
(D)當你在現場節目中聽到這首歌'I love you 99'時, 打電話給KNN。
根據第二段的最後部份,答案為 D.
 
 
答錯
Question 8.
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Why is this Three Houses Down Concert so special?
 (A) It is the first show they are playing in North America on this tour.(正解)
 (B) It is the last show they will ever play.
 (C) Because the radio station is giving away free tickets.
 (D) Because the band will break up soon.
為什麼這場Three Houses Down 的演唱會這麼特別?
(A)這是他們在北美巡迴演出的第一場。
(B)這是他們演出的最後一場。
(C)因為這個廣播節目要送出免費的票。
(D)因為這個樂團即將要解散了。
跟據第一段的一開始, 答案為 a. 選項c是廣播節目的吸引聽眾的方法, 而非這場演出最主要的特別之處。
 
 
答錯
Question 9.
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Where are you likely to hear this announcement?
 (A) On a TV commercial.
 (B) In a bar or restaurant advertisement.
 (C) On a KNN radio broadcast.(正解)
 (D) From one of your friends.
你最有可能在哪裡聽到這個消息宣佈?
(A)在電視廣告上
(B)在酒吧或餐廳的廣告單上
(C)在KNN的廣播節目中
(D)從你的一位朋友那裡聽來的

KNN為一個廣播節目, 所以答案為 C.
 
 
Questions 10 through 12 refer to the following short talk.

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The Crisp Clean Cutter is guaranteed to be one of the most innovative inventions of the decade. Designed using the highest grade aluminum available, it slices through produce and other food items like nothing before it. Minimal effort is required for its razor sharp blade to glide unobstructed through even the thickest block of cheese or toughest loaf of bread. It requires no sharpening, is stainless and resistant to rust, and washes with a small amount of soapy water. We are giving a one-time special offer of one brand new Crisp Clean Cutter, case and replacement blades included, for a mere 49.95$.

The Crisp Clean Cutter 保證是近十年最為創新的發明. 它用等級最高的鋁製造而成, 以前所未見的鋒利切穿任何的農產品和食物. 需要少少的用電量就已足夠讓銳利的刀片毫無阻礙的滑過即使是只最大塊的起司或是最硬的麵包. 它不需要磨刀, 不留痕跡而且防鏽, 只需要用些許的肥皂水及即可洗淨. 我們目前推出僅此一次的商品特惠活動, 包括全新的Crisp Clean Cutter連同盒子及替換刀片只要美金49.95元.

guarantee v 保證 (+to); n 保證書, 抵押品
utensil n 器皿, 用具
compose v 組成 (+of); 作曲/詞; 使(人)鎮靜下來
mere adj 僅僅的
unobstructed adj 無阻礙的
replacement n 替代物 (+for); 取代
minimal adj 最小的
innovative adj 革新的
stainless adj 無鏽的
答錯
Question 10.
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What is being advertised?
 (A) An aluminum kitchen knife.(正解)
 (B) A saw that can be used to cut many things easily.
 (C) A stainless steel case for holding sharp cutting devices.
 (D) A method for cutting bread and cheese.
廣告的內容是什麼?
(A)鋁製的廚房用刀
(B)可以用來切斷任何東西的鋸子
(C)可以用來裝尖銳切具的不鏽鋼盒
(D)用來切麵包和起司的方法
廣告中並沒有提及鋸子, 盒子或是切食物的方法. 所以答案為 A.
 
 
答對
Question 11.
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Which of the following is not mentioned in the advertisement?
 (A) The primary function of the utensil.
 (B) The item cost and what is included.
 (C) The safety hazards of the blade.(正解)
 (D) The material of which the cutter is composed.
以下哪一點廣告中沒有提及?
(A)廚房用具的主要功能。
(B)這項用品的價格和附加物。
(C)這柄刀鋒的危險。
(D)這把刀的組成材質。
文章中闡述了這柄刀的功能, 材質,和廣告價格.但並沒有談論到刀的危險之處. 所以答案為 C.
 
 
答對
Question 12.
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What argument is made by this advertisement?
 (A) This utensil would be an effective tool for hunting.
 (B) Cutting bread and cheese is easier than cutting produce.
 (C) Slicing bread and cheese is easier when you use this utensil.(正解)
 (D) This will be the most important invention for the next 100 years.
這篇廣告的論點為何?
(A)這個廚房用具可以用來做打獵的用具。
(B)切麵包和起司和農產品比起來簡單多了。
(C)用這個用具切麵包和起司簡單的多了。
(D)這會是下個世紀最重要的發明。
此篇文章主要在表示這個 Crisp Clean Cutter很銳利, 用來切麵包或起司很好用. 所以答案為 C.
 
 
Questions 13 through 15 refer to the following short talk.

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It is actually difficult to find the right words to summarize my journey. The sights were exquisite and absolutely photogenic. The sunsets were stunning, and so were the views. Yet when I recall the journey in my thoughts, it is not the things I saw that left the most lasting impression, but the people I encountered and the conversations I had during this adventure. I have never met such a heartwarming and honest population. Everywhere I went the people were intrigued by my presence and wanted to sit down and converse with me. Their laughter was contagious, and their hearts were warm and inviting. If I had a quarter for every smile I saw, I would probably be a millionaire.

要找到對的字眼對我這趟旅程做一個總結其實很不容易. 那些地點都是首選而且絕對都是攝影美景. 黃昏和景色美不勝收. 然而, 當我在腦海中回想起這趟旅程, 我曾看過最讓我印象深刻的並不是我所見的,而是我所遇的: 我在這趟探險中所遇見的人和有過的對話. 我從未遇過如此令人感到溫暖又實在的人們. 我去到的每個地方, 那裡的人都對我的出現感到很有興趣, 而想要坐下和我聊天. 他們的笑聲是如此的有感染力, 而他們的心溫暖又吸引人. 假如看到一個微笑, 我就可以得到二十五分錢, 那我可能已經是個百萬富翁了.

summarize v 做摘要
index n 索引
contagious adj 有感染力的
intrigue v 有興趣的
exquisite adj 精緻的, 精選的
photogenic adj 優於攝影的
ambiguous adj c含糊不清的
narcissistic adj 自戀的
答錯
Question 13.
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What was the speaker's favorite part about traveling?
 (A) The sunsets and views.
 (B) The sites and tourist attractions.
 (C) The 25-cent smiles and cheap food.
 (D) The people and conversations.(正解)
作者最喜歡有關旅行的部份是什麼?
(A)黃昏和風景。
(B)地點和觀光景點。
(C)價值25分錢的微笑和便宜的食物。
(D)人們和談話內容。

根據內容中間的部份, "it is not the things I saw that left the most lasting impression, but the people I encountered and the conversations I had during this adventure." 答案為 D.
 
 
答錯
Question 14.
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How would you rate this person's travel experience?
 (A) Ambiguous.
 (B) Heartwarming.(正解)
 (C) Contagious.
 (D) Narcissistic.
你對這個人的旅行經驗如何評價?
(A)含糊不清的。
(B)令人溫暖的。
(C)有感染力的。
(D)自戀的。

根據此段的最後一個部份, 作者的旅行經驗令他感覺很溫暖.
 
 
答錯
Question 15.
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Where is this paragraph most likely to be located?
 (A) At the beginning of a travel review.
 (B) In the middle of a travel review.
 (C) At the end of a travel review.(正解)
 (D) In the index of a travel review.
這個段落最有可能在何處找到?
(A)在一段旅遊評論的開頭。
(B)在一段旅遊評論的中間部份。
(C)在一段旅遊評論的結尾。
(D)在一段旅遊評論的索引。
個人的旅行感想絕大部份會放在旅遊評論的結尾部份. 所以答案為 C.
 
 

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