115年 - [無官方正解]115 國立臺灣大學_ 碩士班招生考試試題：英文(B)#142777

1. Despite being excited by the opportunity, Lena felt _____ about leaving her hometown and starting over in a new city. (A) decisive (B) ambivalent (C) indifferent (D) resolute

2. The government introduced tax incentives to _____ the financial burden on small businesses. (A) intensify (B) complicate (C) mitigate (D) provoke

3. His casual attire seemed _____ at the formal awards ceremony. (A) harmonious (B) conventional (C) incongruous (D) deliberate

4. The philosopher's early writings were so _____ that even specialists struggled to interpret them. (A) obscure (B) transparent (C) concise (D) accessible

5. Faced with limited time and resources, the team adopted a(n) _____ solution rather than an idealistic one. (A) pragmatic (B) speculative (C) impulsive (D) abstract

6. Her _____ speech moved the audience and clarified a complex issue with remarkable grace. (A) verbose (B) restrained (C) defensive (D) eloquent

7. Wireless internet has become so _____ that many people notice it only when it disappears. (A) exclusive (B) innovative (C) ubiquitous (D) intermittent

8. Aware of the political consequences, the minister gave a(n) _____ response to the reporter's question. (A) impulsive (B) circumspect (C) candid (D) dramatic

9. The evidence supporting the theory was _____, relying on assumptions rather than solid data. (A) tenuous (B) compelling (C) comprehensive (D) definitive

10. Although Kevin's peers experimented with bold techniques, he still favored a(n) _____ approach to design. (A) radical (B) experimental (C) conventional (D) unorthodox

11. Many modern scientific terms _____ from ancient Greek. (A) diverge (B) derive (C) deteriorate (D) fluctuate

12. Before releasing the report, the committee agreed to _____ every statistic carefully. (A) overlook (B) expedite (C) scrutinize (D) summarize

13. The researcher was unable to _____ his claims without additional data. (A) dismiss (B) contradict (C) substantiate (D) speculate

14. It is _____ that increased regulation can sometimes encourage innovation. (A) predictable (B) illogical (C) simplistic (D) paradoxical

15. After the layout change, the article was _____ to a less prominent section of the website. (A) promoted (B) highlighted (C) replenished (D) relegated

16. David was caught between two friends and tried to _____ by mediating between them. (A) take sides (B) keep the peace (C) start a quarrel (D) burn bridges

17. After a long week, Sara just wanted to _____, relax, and forget about work. (A) kick back (B) stress out (C) hit it off (D) push through

18. Although the model initially appeared persuasive, closer inspection revealed that it depended on ______, which ultimately weakened its credibility. (A) a rigorously tested evidentiary base (B) a coherent explanatory structure (C) loosely connected suppositions (D) a comprehensive analytical design

19. The article's strength lies not in originality of data but in how effectively it ______ earlier findings into a unified argument. (A) selectively integrates (B) openly challenges (C) deliberately disregards (D) superficially summarizes

20. To avoid committing the institution to a definitive stance, the statement was written in language that was ______, allowing for interpretive flexibility. (A) carefully noncommittal (B) overtly confrontational (C) unusually transparent (D) explicitly prescriptive 

21. Neither the professor nor the students ______ prepared for the unexpected power outage. (A) was (B) were (C) have been (D) has

22. Hardly ______ the research team completed the experiment when the funding was unexpectedly cut. (A) has (B) did (C) had (D) have

23. If the university administration had implemented the new policy earlier, student dissatisfaction ______ alleviated to a large extent. (A) would have (B) will be (C) would be (D) would have been

24. The professor insisted that every student ______ the assignment on time, regardless of circumstances. (A) submit (B) submits (C) submitted (D) submitting

25. She not only completed the analysis accurately but also ______ the report in a clear and concise manner. (A) present (B) presented (C) presenting (D) presents

26. Having studied multiple paradigms, the graduate student was confident in her ability to ______ the complex theories. (A) interpret (B) interpreting (C) interprets (D) interpreted

27. ______ will give a public lecture tonight. (A) Dr. Y.M. Chen a professor who teaches linguistics, (B) Dr. Y.M. Chen, a professor who teaches linguistics (C) Prof. Y.M. Chen who teaches linguistics, (D) Prof. Y.M. Chen, the professor who teaches linguistics,

28. The painting *Mona Lisa* ______ by the Italian artist Leonardo da Vinci in the 16th century, was once stolen from the Louvre Museum. (A) which was created (B) that was created (C), which was created (D), that was created

29. Please read the passage excerpt below:

 "Early reports suggested that the UN policy would reduce greenhouse gas emissions, yet subsequent studies revealed that its effects were negligible.      To this, researchers argued that without stricter enforcement, the policy could not achieve its intended impact.     "

Question: The primary purpose of the underlined sentence is to: (A) provide an example that supports the claim in the first sentence (B) introduce a counterargument to the claim in the first sentence (C) explain the background of the policy discussed in the first sentence (D) summarize the overall conclusion of the studies

30. "The novelist frequently incorporates elements of magical realism into her work,      blending the ordinary with the extraordinary.      This technique allows her to explore complex social issues in a more imaginative and compelling way."

Question: The phrase "blending the ordinary with the extraordinary" is used primarily to: (A) define the term "magical realism" in the context of the passage (B) provide evidence that the novelist's work is imaginative (C) contrast the author's style with that of other novelists (D) summarize the main theme of the novelist's work 

31. (A) presidents(B) descendants(C) dissidents(D) confidants

32. (A) exodus(B) recharge(C) regime(D) inflow

33. (A) with(B) from(C) into(D) to

34. (A) prior(B) anterior(C) inferior(D) posterior

35. (A) industrious pollution (C) polluted industrial (B) industrially polluting (D) industriously polluted Passage 

36. (A) reprimanded (B) congested (C) depreciated (D) approved

37. (A) to be used (B) to being used (C) to be using (D) to be used

38. (A) despite of (B) in spite of (C) in despite of (D) in spite

39. (A) hence (B) although (C) due to (D) as

40. (A) shiver (B) shrink (C) shun (D) shed 

41. Which statement best captures the author's overall position on UPFs? (A) UPF consumption has definitively been shown to cause multiple chronic diseases. (B) UPF consumption is widespread and economically important, making regulation unrealistic. (C) While causation has not been proven, the accumulating evidence and expert opinion justify efforts to reduce UPF consumption. (D) The responsibility for reducing UPF consumption lies with individual consumer choice.

42. How do the quotations from Spector and Chang function together in the passage? (A) They present competing scientific explanations for the rise of obesity. (B) They connect physiological effects of UPF with the way such foods are engineered and marketed. (C) They contrast academic research with public health policy concerns. (D) They shift the focus of the passage from health outcomes to economic interests.

43. Based on the final two paragraphs, which of the following can most reasonably be inferred about proposed solutions to the UPF problem in the UK? (A) Experts believe that voluntary changes by consumers will be sufficient. (B) There is growing support for industrylevel accountability enforced through government action. (C) Investors oppose government regulation due to economic risks. (D) The food industry has already implemented comprehensive health reforms.

44. Why does the author include detailed figures about the size and employment impact of the British food and beverage industry? (A) To argue that economic growth should take priority over public health concerns (B) To explain why the food industry resists changes to its production practices (C) To demonstrate that the food industry is more influential than the government (D) To highlight the structural and political challenges involved in reforming the food system

45. What problem does the passage primarily highlight regarding Japan's parliament building? (A) The building is too old to accommodate modern facilities. (B) The number of women elected has exceeded legal limits. (C) Women's growing political representation is not matched by adequate facilities. (D) Male lawmakers receive preferential treatment in committee assignments.

46. In the final paragraph, the phrase "the dearth of women's restrooms" most nearly means _____. (A) the gradual improvement of women's restrooms (B) the uneven distribution of women's restrooms (C) the temporary closure of women's restrooms (D) the severe lack of women's restrooms

47. Which of the following can most reasonably be inferred from the passage about government commitments to gender equality? (A) Symbolic commitments to gender equality have not always been followed by concrete action. (B) Public infrastructure reforms have progressed faster than political reforms. (C) Official targets for women's representation have been met ahead of schedule. (D) Increased female representation has eliminated practical barriers for women in politics. 

48. What is the primary purpose of the proposed amendments to the Assisted Reproduction Act? (A) To remove government oversight of assisted reproductive services. (B) To expand legal access to assisted reproductive services while strengthening regulation. (C) To prioritize children's rights over women's reproductive autonomy. (D) To limit assisted reproductive services to married heterosexual couples.

49. According to the passage, why are assessments by independent professional facilities required before assisted reproduction procedures can proceed? (A) To reduce the cost of assisted reproduction services. (B) To prevent assisted reproduction facilities from expanding too rapidly. (C) To help ensure that children are raised in a stable and safe environment. (D) To determine donors' eligibility to participate in reproductive programs.

50. Under the proposed amendments, which of the following best describes the conditions under which individuals conceived through assisted reproduction may access donor information? (A) They may freely access all donor details once they reach adulthood. (B) They may access limited donor information, with additional details available only under specific circumstances. (C) They may access donor identities only if the donor is deceased. (D) They are prohibited from accessing any donorrelated information.