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1 Researchers found that AI chatbots have a tendency to present false information as truth, so when a given sentence sounds _______, it may not guarantee its factuality. (A) suspicious (B) dubious (C) plausible (D) principal

2 Only a handful of the most skilled athletes were accepted into the country’s _______ training program. (A) elite (B) ordinary (C) mediocre (D) deficient

3 She could clearly _______ the tension in the meeting room the moment she walked in. (A) confuse (B) deceive (C) perceive (D) obscure

4 The election campaign has entered its final and _______ phase. (A) descriptive (B) decisive (C) narrative (D) passive

5 Because of ignoring the safety rules and lacking proper training, Mark _______ a serious injury that required weeks of treatment and physical therapy. (A) incurred (B) avoided (C) unveiled (D) escaped

6 To enhance local tourism and support small businesses, some cities provide _______ highlighting their famous landmarks, local cuisine, and popular tourist attractions for visitors. (A) brochures (B) diameters (C) rotations (D) insurances

7 When seeing her favorite idol, she became so _______; her eyes sparkled, her hands moved excitedly, and her voice got louder with enthusiasm. (A) dull (B) rigid (C) frozen (D) animated

8 Despite studying all night, Sarah couldn’t _______ the information; by the time the test started, her mind went blank. (A) retain (B) socialize (C) neglect (D) forego

9 She gave a(n) _______ nod of approval, barely noticeable but enough to convey her agreement. (A) obvious (B) jarring (C) overt (D) subtle

11 (A) plight (B) diagram (C) fondness (D) grace

12 (A) dejected (B) contented (C) disputed (D) contracted

13 (A) melancholy (B) mirthful (C) medieval (D) multiple

14 (A) To sum up (B) By far (C) On the contrary (D) In fact

15 (A) approve (B) beam (C) grin (D) frown 

16 What is the main argument of the passage? (A) The most effective way to read quickly is to eliminate subvocalization and eye movement. (B) Neuroscience supports speed reading as a valuable tool for increasing reading performance. (C) Speed reading techniques can significantly improve reading efficiency without affecting comprehension. (D) Speed reading claims are largely unsupported by scientific research, as comprehension decreases with increased speed.

17 According to the passage, which of the following is true about subvocalization? (A) It can be trained out of a reader without any effect on understanding. (B) It obstructs comprehension in speed reading. (C) It is an unnecessary habit that slows down reading without adding value. (D) It is essential for language processing and comprehension.

18 According to the passage, what does “natural reading processes cannot be bypassed” most likely mean? (A) Readers must eliminate subvocalization and eye movement to fully understand complex texts. (B) The brain follows specific steps to process a text, and skipping them reduces comprehension. (C) People will always succeed in remembering details of a text when speed reading. (D) The human brain must process a fixed number of words per minute to make speed reading possible.

19 Why do speed reading apps using Rapid Serial Visual Presentation fail to improve comprehension? (A) They encourage subvocalization, which limits the speed at which the brain can absorb texts. (B) They allow readers to focus too much on comprehension, reducing their ability to read quickly. (C) They require users to memorize large sections of texts, which slows down their reading speed. (D) They prevent natural eye movement, making it harder for the brain to process meaning efficiently.

20 According to the passage, what is the author’s attitude towards speed reading courses? (A) They are not supported by scientific research. (B) They should be taught in schools. (C) They can be useful in professional settings. (D) They are recommended for increasing reading efficiency.

一、請閱讀下列短文，並根據文章內容，以英文提出具體分析與論述。 （35 分）
As economies diversify and the competition for markets and investment becomes a growing trend, economists and policymakers increasingly see the benefits of opening up their economy to trade and foreign investment. The need to open markets is becoming increasingly apparent to developing nations, and leaders have sought to convince their people and industries of this need. As one economist noted, deregulating the economy may be the only way to dismantle the monopolies and oligopolies controlled by families and cronies. Emerging economies, however, face a dilemma. While they are so eager to attract foreign investment and technology transfer in order to become more globally competitive, they are obligated to protect their infant industries. One of the red flags that leaders must keep it in mind that economic growth is not an objective itself. Rather, the goal is to ensure the reciprocal impact of economic developments on enhancing the quality of life of their own people.
Essay Question: Based on the short passage, write a brief critical response sharing your perspective. In this essay, you should clearly state your stance, analyze critically and support your view with concrete example(s) or logical reasoning. Do not repeat what is in the passage. (350-400 words )

二、請將下列中文短文翻譯成英文。（20 分）
日益加劇的社會與政治兩極化，對民主體制造成極大壓力；極端主義的社會、文化及政治運動，也不斷挑戰制度的韌性與大眾的信任。不平等 被視為是環環相扣的全球危機之一。民怨與根深蒂固的權力之間的越發衝突，反映出人們對傳統治理體制的失望，令許多人有強力疏離感，並 且越來越懷疑政策制定是否能為生活帶來實質的改善。雪上加霜的是，錯誤和虛假新聞已成為另一個嚴重的全球問題。在事實被操弄與被捏造 的情況下，完整的民主參與也面臨巨大挑戰。

三、請將下列英文短文翻譯成中文。（20 分）
There are two types of arguments reverberate through debates about what money should and should not buy. Consider organ trade. Those who say no argue that such markets prey upon the needy, whose choice to sell their organs occurs under financial duress. Or others may argue that such markets normalize an ethically flawed view of organs as commodities, rendering the human person as a collection of spare parts. Meanwhile, it is worth clarifying these two arguments for the moral limits of markets. The first objection points to the injustice that can arise when people buy and sell things under conditions of inequality or dire economic necessity; hence a person’s agreement may not really be voluntary. They may be unfairly coerced by their situation. The other objection points to the degrading effect of market valuation. According to this objection, certain moral and civic values are diminished or corrupted if bought and sold. Putting a price tag on human organs undermines the sanctity of human life. Organ sales will remain ethically controversial.