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學科能力測驗英文考科模擬試題 教二
教科書版本：龍騰、三民、翰林（範圍：第四冊下半冊）

第壹部分：單選題（占 62 分）

一 、詞 彙 題（ 占 10 分）

說明： 第 1 題至第 10 題，每題有 4 個選項，其中只有一個是正確或最適當的選項，請畫記在答案卡之「選擇題答案區」。各題答對者，得 1 分；

答錯、未作答或畫記多於一個選項者，該題以零分計算。

C 1. After being released from prison, the ex-convict felt guilty and _____ of his dishonorable
deeds. He felt he didn’t deserve to see his family again.
(A) wicked (B) devoted (C) ashamed (D) obliged
B 2. The once beautiful coast has been severely polluted by _____ such as plastic bottles, fishing
nets, and waste from cruise ships.
(A) foam (B) litter (C) gear (D) virtue
A 3. Try not to apply too much of the hair oil, or you’ll end up with _____ hair that looks as if it
hasn’t been washed for weeks.
(A) greasy (B) stale (C) brutal (D) curly
D 4. Global _____ isn’t just about a lack of food. Actually, a major cause is food waste and
unequal distribution of food.
(A) violence (B) scandal (C) terror (D) hunger
A 5. Based on its policy aimed at countering fake news, the online video sharing platform _____
content that spreads medical misinformation about COVID-19 and other diseases.
(A) forbids (B) consults (C) imposes (D) embraces
C 6. That country is responsible for more than 50% of all greenhouse gas emissions, which
_____ all the other nations in the world combined.
(A) constitutes (B) shatters (C) exceeds (D) underlines
D 7. In the _____ election, voters will decide which candidate and party are the most qualified
and competent to lead their country to a brighter future.
(A) confidential (B) residential (C) substantial (D) presidential
B 8. The appearance of that city has changed _____ over the past few years. It has become very
different from how it used to be a decade ago.
(A) narrowly (B) drastically (C) earnestly (D) occasionally
D 9. After heavy rainfall triggered destructive floods, killing almost 200 people and injuring
more than 700, the government faced mounting _____ from angry people over lack of
preparation for the disaster.

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 (A) recognition (B) revision (C) competition (D) criticism
C 10. After a tiring day of sightseeing around the city, the tourists _____ themselves in some
deliciously authentic local cuisine at a fancy restaurant.
(A) assaulted (B) exhausted (C) indulged (D) occupied

二 、綜 合 測驗 （占 10 分 ）

說明： 第 11 題至第 20 題，每題一個空格，請依文意選出最適當的一個選項，請畫記在答案卡之「選擇題答案區」。各題答對者，得 1 分；答

錯、未作答或畫記多於一個選項者，該題以零分計算。

第 11 至 15 題為題組
Not everyone works for a company or at a particular office. Some are self-employed and work
for themselves, either running a small business of their own or doing freelance projects. For those
__11__ a lot of money, renting an office is not an issue. But what about people whose revenue isn’t
substantial enough to __12__ that expense? For a growing number of professionals, the answer is
co-working.
With co-working, people pay to use a space that is shared by others who are also renting the
location to work. Co-working spaces can vary greatly __13__ the rental fee charged. They range
from simple areas with desks, printers, and a Wi-Fi connection, to more complex spaces with
conference rooms, snacks, and perhaps even __14__ like 3-D printers. In addition to lower rent,
there are also other benefits to sharing work spaces this way. Co-working places are good for
networking with other professionals, which could lead to profitable collaborative projects. They
also offer flexibility as they don’t require users to __15__. It’s no wonder co-working has boomed
in popularity.
B 11. (A) earned (B) earning (C) earns (D) earn
A 12. (A) justify (B) clarify (C) magnify (D) qualify
D 13. (A) in return for (B) by means of (C) compared to (D) depending on
C 14. (A) utensils (B) decorations (C) luxuries (D) necessities
B 15. (A) live fast-paced lives (B) sign long-term leases
(C) make a deposit in the bank (D) keep the spot clean and tidy

第 16 至 20 題為題組
Novels, scripts, and short stories are written so that they excite readers and keep them engaged
in the plot. Authors use literary tools, __16__ conflict and suspense, to hook the reader. However,
one type of writing throws all these techniques away, replacing them with elements specifically
designed to make readers fall asleep.
Called sleep stories, they are essentially pieces of writing that have no or very little plot, but
are filled with long, vivid __17__ of scenery. They are the kind of passages that people are often
tempted to skip in order to get to the action of the story. On top of that, sleep stories are voiced by

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narrators with deep, __18__ voices in soft tones that encourage listeners to relax and drift off to
sleep.
Sleep stories can be found on apps such as Calm and Headspace, both of __19__ are free to
download. Users are not looking to be stimulated or intrigued by the stories because that would
keep them awake rather than encouraging them to __20__. Therefore, writers avoid exciting plots
and language that would make listeners nervous, like “snake” or “death.” It’s a unique style of
writing with a specific purpose.
A 16. (A) particularly (B) virtually (C) obviously (D) additionally
C 17. (A) calculations (B) entertainments (C) descriptions (D) announcements
D 18. (A) energetic (B) hostile (C) inspiring (D) soothing
B 19. (A) them (B) which (C) those (D) whom
C 20. (A) wear out (B) come alive (C) nod off (D) slow down

三 、文 意 選填 （占 10 分 ）

說明： 第 21 題至第 30 題，每題一個空格，請依文意在文章後所提供的 (A) 到 (J) 選項中分別選出最適當者，並將其英文字母代號畫記在答

案卡之「選擇題答案區」。各題答對者，得 1 分；答錯、未作答或畫記多於一個選項者，該題以零分計算。

第 21 至 30 題為題組
The United Kingdom’s Imperial War Museum (IWM) was established in 1917, near the end of
the First World War. It was built to pay __21__ to the military effort of that worldwide conflict,
which also became known as the Great War. With the __22__ of the Second World War, the
museum was required to play a different role. German warplanes and, later, rockets fired from
Germany __23__ destruction in London. Thus, the IWM became an important protector of valuable
artwork.
Given the priceless value of the works of art stored at the museum, administrators at the IWM
knew it had the important responsibility of __24__ precious artwork for future generations. Thus,
even before World War II had begun, it had been finalizing plans to __25__ some of the artwork to
the relative safety of the English countryside. Part of the planning included establishing a __26__
list of items that would be relocated first.
In 1939, at the start of World War II, the museum __27__ more than 4,000 paintings,
sculptures, and drawings of the Great War. Initially, the IWM chose to only remove about 280
works of art, along with roughly 300 photo albums. This was only a fraction of the items held at the
museum. About a year later, the IWM moved some more items to the countryside. However, the
vast majority of the museum’s collection remained at their __28__ location.
During the early 1940s, the museum actually suffered some damage from the __29__ raids
made by the Germans. In fact, the IWM was hit more than 40 times by the Germans during the
course of World War II. Fortunately, the museum and most of its collection survived the German
bombardments. It had managed to __30__ its important mission of protecting the artwork from the

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First World War. Later, it also expanded to honor those who made sacrifices during the Second
World War as well as other conflicts.

(A) saving (B) fulfill (C) bombing (D) primary (E) tribute
(F) housed (G) evacuate (H) outbreak (I) threatened (J) priority

答案：21. (E) 22. (H) 23. (I) 24. (A) 25. (G) 26. (J) 27. (F) 28. (D) 29. (C) 30. (B)

四 、篇 章 結構 （占 8 分 ）

說明： 第 31 題至第 34 題，每題一個空格。請依文意在文章後所提供的(A)到(D)選項中分別選出最適當者，填入空格中，使篇章結構清晰有

條理，並將其英文字母代號畫記在答案卡之「選擇題答案區」。各題答對者，得 2 分；答錯、未作答或畫記多於一個選項者，該題以零分計
算。

第 31 至 34 題為題組
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused an enormous amount of disruption across the globe. The
food service industry in particular has been hit hard. Restaurants have had to adapt to restrictions
brought in to deal with the coronavirus. __31__ While these are good alternatives, there is still some
risk involved for staff and the people who order the meals.
Takeout and food delivery help reduce the possibility of spreading COVID-19 because they
lower people’s exposure to others who are possibly infected with the disease. __32__ This means
that, even with takeaway and food delivery, servers, drivers, and customers all still need to take
some precautions.
Regarding food delivery, the safest way is to use contactless methods. This typically involves
customers paying by credit card over the internet or through an app. After the order is placed and
the food is delivered, the delivery driver leaves the food in a package outside the person’s door.
__33__
Even with contactless delivery, however, there is a possibility that the coronavirus could exist
on paper bags, plastic containers, or packaging, although the risk of this is thought to be low. Still,
health experts recommend disposing of the bags and containers and disinfecting the surfaces they
were put on. __34__ Following these procedures should help keep people safe during these
dangerous times.

(A) Unfortunately, the virus that causes this potentially deadly illness can remain viable for up
to five days on surfaces.
(B) Once that is done, people are strongly advised to wash their hands thoroughly before
eating.
(C) To cope with these measures, establishments have been relying on takeaway and food
delivery to customers’ homes.
(D) The person then opens the door to get his or her order after the delivery worker has left.

答案：31. (C) 32. (A) 33. (D) 34. (B)

五 、閱 讀 測驗 （占 24 分 ）

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說明： 第 35 題至第 46 題，每題請分別根據各篇文章之文意選出最適當的一個選項，請畫記在答案卡之「選擇題答案區」。各題答對者，得 2
分；答錯、未作答或畫記多於一個選項者，該題以零分計算。

第 35 至 38 題為題組
We don’t live forever, and neither do our pets. Just as with our human loved ones, we wish for
our animal friends to pass naturally and painlessly in their sleep. As we all know, though, that isn’t
always the case, and we may have to make the very difficult and heartbreaking decision to put them
down.
For most pet owners and veterinarians, animal euthanasia isn’t a matter to be taken lightly.
First and foremost is always the animals’ welfare. If they are suffering from terminal diseases like
cancer or rabies, there is no question that euthanasia is the fastest and most humane solution.
However, the decision becomes harder to make if the animals are facing old age, non-terminal
diseases, or injuries that cause endless pain. In those cases, pet owners and vets are tasked with
having to determine if the animals are suffering needlessly and if their quality of life has been
severely reduced.
Making the decision to euthanize a beloved pet is never easy, but knowing about the process
may help pet owners better come to terms with it. The initial step is to make the pet as comfortable
as possible, which may or may not involve a tranquilizer. Then, the euthanasia drug is injected,
upon which the pet immediately loses consciousness, with death coming painlessly within minutes.
There may be some movement after the pet passes, but those are just bodily reflexes that occur
normally after death.
After the passing of their beloved pets, owners need time to grieve and deal with their absence.
Some spend time with their pets’ bodies after euthanasia to say goodbye. Others perform acts to
honor and remember them, such as burying them in their backyards or scattering their ashes at a
memorable place. Animal euthanasia may be a kind act, but it is also very emotional for everybody
involved.
B 35. What is the passage mainly about?
(A) What chemicals are in the euthanasia drug.
(B) How to cope with pet euthanasia.
(C) What to expect if a pet is not euthanized.
(D) How to tackle guilt over euthanizing your pet.
B 36. According to the passage, what function does a tranquilizer most likely serve?
(A) To detect signs of pain in pets. (B) To relieve pets’ anxiety or stress.
(C) To increase pets’ mental alertness. (D) To make the pet owner comfortable.
A 37. What does “upon which” in the third paragraph refer to?
(A) As soon as the shot is given.
(B) The moment the initial step is taken.

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 (C) Before the euthanasia drug is absorbed.
(D) Once the terms offered by the vet are rejected.
C 38. Which of the following can be inferred from the third paragraph?
(A) Animal euthanasia is legal and commonly used for ethical reasons.
(B) Human intervention is an inevitable way to promote animal welfare.
(C) Bodily reflexes can’t be interpreted as a sign that the pet is still alive.
(D) Scattering pet ashes has become the most popular way to memorialize a pet.

第 39 至 42 題為題組
Located nearly 200 meters underground is “the First Wonder of Colombia.” It is the Catedral
de Sal, or Salt Cathedral, of Zipaquirá, a city just outside the country’s capital of Bogotá. Not only
is this church a place of pilgrimage for many Roman Catholics, but it’s also a must-see destination
for millions of tourists from around the world.
What draws people to the Salt Cathedral is the fact that it was built in the footprint of an old
salt mine. After entering through one of the original tunnels, visitors come to a shaft with the
Stations of the Cross, representing the 14 stages of Jesus Christ’s last day on Earth. At its end
awaits a large domed space with three naves representing the birth, life, and death of Christ. There,
visitors can take in the enormous floor-to-ceiling cross carved into the wall and illuminated with
purple lights.
While it’s quite grand in scale now, the Salt Cathedral came from humble beginnings.
Commercial mining of salt in the area began in the 1800s, and the work was extremely dangerous.
As a way to protect themselves from toxic gases, explosions, and other accidents, the miners in the
1930s carved out a small sanctuary and prayed to the Virgen de Guasa, the patron saint of miners,
before starting work. Later, the government was persuaded to convert the resulting empty spaces
into a church. Opened in the mid-1950s, the Salt Cathedral consisted of the three naves and the cross.
However, due to its being inside an active mine, the church experienced structural problems
and was closed on account of safety issues in the early 1990s. It wasn’t long, though, before
construction began on a new church. It was a massive undertaking, as the new space ended up being
200 feet under the old one and new features were added to create the Salt Cathedral people know
and appreciate today.
D 39. Which of the following best demonstrates why the Catedral de Sal is “the First Wonder of
Colombia?”
(A) It’s the perfect setting to sample the country’s vibrant culture and architecture.
(B) It reveals the ruins of an ancient civilization that draw crowds from near and far.
(C) It contains the largest collection of sculptures and religious monuments in Colombia.
(D) Its structure represents a beautiful mix of religion and architecture that will leave you
breathless.
C 40. According to the passage, which of the following statements about the Salt Cathedral is
NOT true?
(A) The cathedral is comprised of 14 small stations connected by tunnels.

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 (B) The dome is located at the end of the main descending entrance ramp.
(C) All of the spaces, statues, and sculptures are carved out of the salt rock deposit.
(D) It consists of three sections that symbolize the birth, life, and death of Jesus Christ.
A 41. Which statement indicates that the original cathedral was carved out of an active salt mine?
(A) Miners carved out a makeshift chapel in the tunnel to say their daily prayers.
(B) Work on a new church began some 200 feet below the old one in the early 1990s.
(C) The Catedral de Sal was carved out of salt and located a mile below the Earth’s surface.
(D) A team of architects and engineers worked together to formulate an appropriate design
for the cathedral.
D 42. Which of the following is closest in meaning to the word “illuminated” in the second
paragraph?
(A) Created warmth.
(B) Marked clearly.
(C) Signaled turns.
(D) Made brighter.

第 43 至 46 題為題組
You might not realize it, but fintech is a large part of our day-to-day lives. We get our
smartphones scanned to make purchases at shops, restaurants, and convenience stores. We also pay
for things like apps, music, and Uber rides with a stored credit card or maybe even in Bitcoin.
There’s more to fintech than just making payments, though. A portmanteau for “financial
technology,” fintech is an umbrella term for any technology that is used to augment, streamline, and
disrupt traditional financial services. This includes software, algorithms, and applications for use on
computers and mobile devices. Fintech platforms allow companies, businesses, and consumers to
better manage their financial operations, which includes money transfers, investment management,
and financial assistance.
As life becomes more technology-based, there are more and more opportunities for fintech
companies. Even so, the medium in which fintech companies thrive is also a cause for their concern
because it’s teeming with cyber criminals just waiting to attack.
Therefore, the top concern for fintech companies is cyber security. One major issue they must
tackle is having a reliable cloud provider, as it sees lots of personal and professional data passing
through daily, which allows attackers to work undetected. Another challenge is preventing malware
attacks, which are highly transferable and can result in network crashes. They are especially
dangerous because they can gain entry via multiple sources like emails, pop-up ads, and third-party
software. Yet another threat can come from the fintech companies’ apps themselves, since they may
make it easy for attackers to gain access to an entire network. These are just the tip of the iceberg,
so if you’re looking to jump on the fintech bandwagon, you should do your homework first.
B 43. What is this passage mainly about?
(A) How fintech companies protect their business and data against advanced cyber-threats.
(B) What fintech means today as it continues to evolve and what challenges it may

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 encounter.
(C) With the growing number of devices connected to the internet, what will become of
cyber security.
(D) Things to consider before jumping on the fintech bandwagon despite cloud services’
market growth and massive investments.
C 44. According to the passage, which of the following is an example of a portmanteau?
(A) Platform.
(B) Financial.
(C) Staycation.
(D) Investment.

D 45. According to the passage, which of the following best fits the blank space?

(A) Traditional financial services

(B) Technology transfer
(C) Cash transactions
(D) e-Payment
D 46. What does the author mean by stating “These are just the tip of the iceberg” in the last
paragraph?
(A) Most types of cyber security businesses are not formally regulated by any set of
standards or global regulations.
(B) The fintech company’s apps overwhelm users with so many options that they feel lost
while navigating through pages.
(C) The number of malware attacks is ever-increasing, along with the expansion of online
transactions and online services.
(D) There are other risks involved with fintech activities beyond third-party cloud providers,
cunning hackers, and weak security of the applications.

第貳部分：混合題（占 10 分）
說明：本部分共有 1 題組，某一子題配分標於題末。限在標示題號作答區內作答。非選擇題請以橫書作答，不必抄題，並依題意要求作答，否則將酌予
扣分。

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第 47 至 49 題為題組
For most of us, running a marathon would be considered an extraordinary feat. However, 26.2
miles is just a walk in the park for ultramarathon runners. These extreme athletes push themselves
to cover longer distances, with the common ones being 50 miles, 50 kilometers, 100 miles, and 100
kilometers.
The formats of these races differ from those of traditional marathons, too. The two main
types include either covering a preset distance, with the winner finishing the fastest, or running for a
preset amount of time, with the winner covering the most ground. Other ultramarathon races see
runners competing in double marathons, 24-hour races, and 1,000-mile races spanning several days.
Furthermore, the courses aren’t usually set on tracks or paved surfaces. Instead, they expose
runners to all kinds of terrain, such as dirt roads, mountain paths, and even sand and snow trails.
Runners face harsh weather and taxing physical requirements like carrying all their own food and
supplies.
Despite all those difficult and demanding conditions, ultramarathons have surged in popularity
over the past 20 years. The year 1996 saw over 34,000 people participate in these races, while
2018 welcomed over 600,000 participants, which adds up to an increase of 1,676%. When asked
why they put their bodies through the tremendous strain of ultramarathons, runners listed the call of
the wild, a sense of freedom, and a natural high as the main attractions.
However, this ultimate test of the human body and spirit is not without its risks. It puts undue
stress on the runners’ hearts and bodies as well as on their mental and emotional states since they
have to dig deep to overcome negative thoughts during the race. Let’s not forget the environmental
dangers, which sadly made the news when severe weather took the lives of 21 runners taking part in
the 2021 Yellow River Stone Forest 100K race in Gansu, China. In more ways than one,
ultramarathon running can truly be a life-changing experience.
D 47. Which of the following is NOT discussed in the passage?（2 分）
(A) A tragic ultramarathon race that happened recently.
(B) Demanding conditions extreme runners encounter.
(C) Physical and mental stress put on ultramarathon runners.
(D) Main causes of death during ultramarathon events.
48. There are two main types of ultramarathon events. One decides the winner who has used the
____ to cover a specified distance. The other’s winner has to cover the ____ within a
predetermined period of time. （4 分）
 ________________________________________________________________

 ________________________________________________________________

Ans:  fastest / shortest time

 most ground / distance
49. Some sentences in the passage are numbered  to . Write down the NUMBER of the
sentence that depicts respective information about ultramarathons.（4 分）

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 Information Number
common venues where ultramarathons are held (a) __________________

why race runners strive to push themselves to their limits (b) __________________

Ans: (a)  (b) 

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第參部分：非選擇題（占 28 分）
說明：本部分共有二大題，請依各大題指示作答。限在標示題號作答區內作答。非選擇題請以橫書作答，作答時不必抄題。

一 、中 譯 英（ 占 8 分 ）

說明： 1. 請將以下中文句子譯成正確、通順、達意的英文。
2. 請依序作答。每題 4 分，共 8 分。

1. 隨著寵物數量遽增，寵物美容已成為一項充滿前景的新興產業。
With the sharp / rapid / great increase / rise in the number of household pets, pet
grooming has become a promising new industry.
或: As the number of household pets increases / rises sharply / rapidly / greatly, pet grooming
has become a promising emerging industry.

2. 寵物美容師所需具備的條件包括喜愛動物、耐心、勇敢等等。
(The) requirements for (being) a pet groomer include a fondness / a love / (an) affection
for animals, patience, bravery / courage, and so on.
或: To be / become a pet groomer, one should be affectionate toward(s) animals, patient,
brave / courageous, etc.

二 、英 文 作文 （占 20 分 ）

說明： 1. 依提示寫一篇英文作文。
2. 文長至少 120 個單詞 (words)。

提示：請仔細觀察以下三幅連環圖片的內容，並想像第四幅圖片可能的發展，然後寫出一篇涵蓋每張圖片內容且結局完整的故事。
(1) (2) (3) (4)

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