國立臺南第二高級中學 110 學年度第一次教師甄選 英文科 試題
第一部分: 選擇題
一、字彙測驗：每題 1 分，本大題共 10 分
1. Being reserved, he is often the last person to take the ______.
(A) consequence (B) blame (C) initiative (D) responsibility
2. The discovery of the new vaccine is an important ______ in the fight against COVID-19.
(A) breakthrough (B) commitment (C) demonstration (D) interpretation
3. Judging from the evidence, this is a(n) ______ murder, not an accident.
(A) progressive (B) deliberate (C) ridiculous (D) intact
4. The information discussed in today's office meeting is ______. It's a top secret.
(A) official (B) confidential (C) beneficial (D) artificial
5. According to the official statistics, since the new law on helmets was ______, the number of people killed in motorcycle accidents has gone down.
(A) supplemented (B) complimented (C) complemented (D) implemented
6. He had too much to think about and felt lost in the bewildering ______ of his thoughts.
(A) suture (B) geyser (C) inertia (D) welter
7. Parents often get some ______ pleasure from their children's success.
(A) voracious (B) vernacular (C) vicarious (D) vituperative
8. The movement aimed to discourage smoking and other offensive habits, to ______ moral values in children.
(A) inculcate (B) cogitate (C) dissipate (D) prevaricate
9. The young soprano retains a(n) ______ humility that is surprising, given the critical acclaim she has received.
(A) unfeigned (B) spurious (C) mendacious (D) loquacious
10. I recently spent a week in Alaska trying to learn how to be a mountaineer. I did not succeed very well, and the details are not very interesting. I finished the course (I was enrolled in a course) thinking that perhaps I am better off remaining a slightly-above-average mountain ______. An occasional rock climber.
(A) neophyte (B) mountebank (C) connoisseur (D) dilettante
二、綜合測驗：每題 1 分，本大題共 10 分
第 11 題至 15 題為題組
Asian Americans are always __11.__ to racist violence. The brutality runs through more than two centuries of U.S. history. __12.__ racial violence has been an undeniable part of the history of Asian Americans in the U.S., the pervasive "model minority" myth has helped to obscure it. __13.__ during the civil rights era to stymie racial-justice movements, this false idea suggests that Asian Americans are more successful than other ethnic minorities because of hard work, education and inherently law abiding natures.
Because the myth suggests upward mobility, it creates a(n) __14.__ that Asian Americans don't experience struggle or racial discrimination. __15.__, the community is America's most economically divided: a 2018 study by the Pew Research Center found that Asian Americans experience the largest income-inequality gap as an ethnic and racial group in the U.S.
11. (A) subject (B) contrary (C) superior (D) dedicated
12. (A) As (B) While (C) Before (D) If
13. (A) Generating (B) People contributed (C) Constructed (D) To produce
14. (A) osmosis (B) fallacy (C) improbity (D) dilution
15. (A) Likewise (B) Accordingly (C) In reality (D) What's more
第 16 題至 20 題為題組
Had the 1,300-foot Ever Given not run aground in the Suez Canal on March 23, global trade __16.__ by the blockage that lasted for almost a week. Since the ship was dislodged on March 29, investigators __17.__ data from the ship’s voyage data recorder for more clues to how the vessel ended up lodged in the bank of the canal. People __18.__ in the investigation say that the probe focuses on a sandstorm that was taking place when the ship ran aground and a two-minute gust of wind that likely threw the vessel off course.
Meanwhile, according to the Suez Canal Authority, not until investigations are complete and compensation is paid __19.__ Ever Given. They also say that they won’t rule out a lawsuit, but prefer to __20.__ the matter outside of court with reportedly one billion dollars in compensation.
16. (A) were obstructed (B) had been impeded (C) would not be discontinued (D) would not have been disrupted
17. (A) have been retrieved (B) are being gathered (C) have been extracting (D) will be acquiring
18. (A) involve (B) involving (C) to involve (D) involved
19. (A) that they release (B) will they release (C) when they release (D) they will release
20. (A) settle (B) drawl (C) filter (D) pursue
三、閱讀測驗：每題 2 分，本大題共 10 分
(E)About 760,000 years ago a cataclysmic volcanic eruption in the Long Valley area of eastern California blew out 150 cubic miles—600 cubic kilometers of magma (molten rock) form a depth of about 4 miles beneath the earth’s surface. Rapid flows of glowing hot ash (pyroclastic flows) covered much of east-central California, and airborne ash fell as far east as Nebraska. The earth’s surface sankmore than 1 mile into the space vacated by the erupted magma, forming a large volcanic depression that geologists call a caldera.
Long Valley Caldera is part of a large volcanic system in eastern California that also includes the Mono-Inyo Craters chain. This chain extends from Mammoth Mountain at the southwest rim of the caldera northward 25 miles to Mono Lake. Eruptions along this chain began 400,000 years ago, and Mammoth Mountain was formed by a series of eruptions ending 58,000 years ago. (F) The volcanic system is still active—eruptions occurred in both the Inyo Craters and Mono Craters parts of the volcanic chain as recently as 600 years ago, and small eruptions occurred in Mono Lake sometime between the mid-1700s and mid-1800s.
(G)Although no volcanic eruptions are known to have occurred in eastern California since those in Mono Lake, earthquakes occurr frequently. These are caused by movement along faults and by the pressure of magma rising beneath the surface, two closely related geologic processes. In 1872, a magnitude 7.4 earthquake centered 80 miles south of Long Valley was felt throughout most of California, and moderate(magnitude 5 to 6)earthquakes have shaken the Long Valley area since 1978.In 1978, a magnitude 5.4 earthquake struck 6 miles southeast of the caldera, heralding a period of geologic unrest in the Long Valley area that is still ongoing. (H) That temblor ended two decades of low quake activity in eastern California. The area has since experienced numerous swarms of earthquakes, especially in the southern part of the caldera and the adjacent Sierra Nevada.The most intense of these swarms began in May 1980 and included four strong magnitude 6 shocks, three on the same day. Following these shocks, scientists from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) began a reexamination of the Long Valley area, and they soon detected other evidence of unrest—a dome-like uplift within the caldera. Measurements showed that the center of the caldera had risen almost a foot since the summer of 1979—after decades of stability. This swelling, which by 2014 totaled more than 2.5 feet and affected more than 100 square miles, is caused by new magma rising beneath the caldera.
In response to this increased unrest, USGS intensified its monitoring in the Long Valley region.
(I) Today, a state-of-the-art network of seismometers and geodetic equipment closely monitors earthquake activity and the swelling in the caldera. Data from these instruments help scientist to assess the volcanic hazard in the Long Valley are and to recognize early signs of possible eruptions.During the early 1990s, trees began dying at several places on Mammoth Mountain on the southwest edge of Long Valley Caldera. Studies conducted by USGS and U.S. Forest Service scientists showed that the trees are being killed by large amounts of carbon dioxide gas seeping up through the soil from magma deep beneath Mammoth Mountain. (J) Such emissions of volcanic gas, as well as earthquake swarms and ground swelling, commonly precede volcanic eruptions. When they precede an eruption of a “central vent” volcano, such as Mount St. Helens, Washington, they normally last only a few weeks or months. (K)However, symptoms of volcanic unrest may persist for decades or centuries at large calderas, such as Long Valley Caldera. Studies indicate that only about one in six such episodes of unrest at large calderas worldwide actually culminates in an eruption.
Over the past 4,000 years, small to moderate eruptions have occurred somewhere along the Mono-Inyo volcanic chain every few hundred years, and the possibility remains that the geologic unrest in the Long Valley area could take only weeks to escalate to an eruption. Nonetheless, geologists think that the chances of an eruption in the area in any given year are quite small.
21.What is the reason geologists have increased their monitoring of the Long Valley Caldera?
(A) It has been more than 150 years since the last eruption.
(B)Eruptions happen frequently in volcanic chains of such size.
(C)The area is experiencing geologic activity indicative of an impending eruption.
(D) The swelling of the caldera may damage the sensitive geodetic equipment.
22. Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question?
(A) Sentence (F) (B) Sentence (H)
(C) Sentence (I) (D) Sentence (J)
23. It can be inferred from the passage that Mammoth Mountain ______.
(A) erupted most recently around 600 years ago
(B) is an active volcano that the USGS is monitoring for early signs of eruption
(C) shows signs that the larger volcanic system to which it belongs is still active
(D) was formed 760,000 years ago by pyroclastic flows from a volcanic eruption
24. Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question?
(A) Sentence (E) (B) Sentence (F)
(C) Sentence (G) (D) Sentence (K)
25. Which of the following situations is most analogous to the recent swelling of the Long Valley Caldera?
(A) Many small tremors along a particular fault precede a large, magnitude 8 earthquake.
(B) A scientist discovers a new species of insect by chance while observing snakes in the Amazon rainforest.
(C) Bad road conditions cause a collision between two cars, and poor visibility contributes to a multi-car pile-up.
(D) A doctor is unable to give a definitive diagnosis to a patient after assessing symptoms typical of a particular disease.
第二部分: 非選擇題
四、文意填空：每題 1 分，本大題共 10 分。說明：請標註題號並依順序作答。
第 26 題至 30 題為題組
Japanese professor, Yoji Kimura, believes laughter can end the world's wars and __26.__ laughter can be measured. And so, the expert on communications has invented a machine to chart out laughter and a new unit of "aH" to calculate it.
"We have found that children laugh more freely, releasing 10 aH per second, which is about twice the __27.__ of an adult," Kimura, a professor at Kansai University in the western city of Osaka, told AFP.
"Adults tend to evaluate __28.__ it's appropriate to laugh or not, and under those restraints, they eventually forget how," he said.
In his theory, human laughter is produced in four successive emotional stages - letting loose, then deviating from the norm, __29.__ by freely laughing and then having the laughter overflow.
"I believe there is a circuit in the human brain that creates laughter __30.__ these steps to the stage of overflowing," Kimura said confidently. "Understanding this mechanism is the door to resolving one secret of human beings."
第 31 題至 35 題為題組
Officials are calling the current drought Taiwan’s worst in more than half a century. It is __31.__ enormous challenges to the island’s semiconductor industry, for chip makers use lots of water to clean their factories and wafers. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), a major chip maker in the world, is an increasingly indispensable node in the global supply chains for smartphones, cars and other keystones of modern life. As worldwide semiconductor supplies have already been strained by surging __32.__ for electronics, the added uncertainty about Taiwan’s water supply is not likely to ease concerns about the tech world’s __33.__ on the island and TSMC.
So far, TSMC, whose headquarter is located in Hsinchu Science Park, Taiwan, says the drought has not affected its production. But as Taiwan’s rainfall becomes no more predictable, the island is having to go to greater and greater __34.__ to keep the water flowing to its all-important semiconductor industry. In recent months, the government has been adopting a package of measures, __35.__ seeding the clouds above reservoirs, building a seawater desalination plant in Hsinchu, installing a pipeline connecting Hsinchu with the rainier north, reducing household water pressure, and beginning shutting off supplies for two days each week in some places.
五、出題實作（克漏字）：本大題共 20 分
Based on the following text, design a CLOZE test for mid-term exam to be used on first graders in National Tainan Second Senior High School. The CLOZE should be composed of an
abridged or rewritten passage and TEN questions, with the correct answer of each question underlined. Your test design will be evaluated in terms of your understanding about (a). the principles of CLOZE test as demonstrated by College Entrance Examination Center, (b). the teaching objectives of this lesson and Long-teng textbook, and (c). the general linguistic competence of first-graders in NTSSH.
“Ladies and gentlemen, this is your captain speaking. We’ve now reached an altitude of thirty thousand feet and will be serving breakfast soon. But I must warn you that it might taste a little different from what you’re used to. And...you probably won’t enjoy it as much as you do on the ground. Please remember that this isn’t our fault. Thanks, and enjoy your flight!” Needless to say, you’ll never hear an announcement like this. However, research has shown that it’s not the airlines’ fault if in-flight food tastes a little “special.” For a start, believe it or not, your tongue doesn’t work the same up in the air. Because of the lower humidity and air pressure in the airplane cabin, your tongue is actually not as sensitive to different flavors as it usually is. Similarly, your nose, which normally helps you distinguish between different tastes more accurately, becomes so blocked that it doesn’t function well high in the sky.
You can’t just blame your tongue and your nose when the food on your plate doesn’t taste so great, because even your ears can affect how much you enjoy your meal. An airplane cabin can be quite a noisy place, and this often distracts passengers’ attention from what they’re eating. In fact, experiments have indicated that food doesn’t taste as sweet or salty under noisy conditions as it does in a quieter environment. Your cuisine in the clouds, therefore, might taste quite bland because of the noise of the airplane engines.
Of course, airlines have realized how our organs are affected during a flight and have come up with different solutions to the problem. British Airways, for instance, has tried providing passengers with a nasal spray to clear their stuffy, dry noses before meals. Most airlines, however, have just added more flavoring to the dishes that are served during flights to make them tastier. They’ve also introduced some savory ingredients to their in-flight recipes, such as tomatoes, mushrooms, and spinach, because of their rich flavor. In comparison with other foods, these remain yummy, regardless of the height of your tummy!
“We will soon be landing, ladies and gentlemen. Hope you’ve had a pleasant flight and enjoyed your in-flight meals. We look forward to serving you again soon. Safe travels!”
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六、出題實作（混合題）：本大題共 15 分
請依照 108 學年度實施之十二年國民基本教育「英語文課綱」, 根據下列文案出一份「混合題型」的題組，共出三小題，每題題目後必須附上答案。
Dear Supporter,
I am writing to invite you to join us for our Annual Fun Run which will be held this year on Sunday 18th August. The run starts from the school grounds and participants are able to choose to take part in a 2, 5 or 10 kilometer run.
Last year we raised a total of $15,450 which was donated to the children’s hospital and this year we expect to raise over $16,000. This year, we are raising money which will be used to develop the village recreational center.
To confirm your registration, email funrunsuccess@edu.com or telephone 01784 5337841. As soon as you are registered you simply start collecting your sponsors and come along on the day!
Further instructions are found below, please read them carefully.
Looking forward to seeing you on Sunday 18th August,
D. Jackson
Fun Run Coordinator
Thanks in advance for your support!
School Fun Run
START TIMES
10 Kilometer Run – 8am
5 Kilometer Run – 8.30am
2 Kilometer Run – 9am
ROUTE MAPS
Details are available on our website www.moorfieldsschool.com and will also be available on the day from school reception. All routes will be signposted and there will be marshals stationed along the routes providing cold drinks for runners. If you feel ill or need assistance at any time during the run, please let one of the marshals know and they will be able to help you.
WHAT TO WEAR
Shorts and tee-shirts should be fine; however, we recommend you bring a light raincoat in case of bad weather. Comfortable running shoes are a must! Please avoid wearing new trainers on the day to avoid foot problems.
PARKING
The school car park behind C-block (the language department) will be open on the day. Drive in through the main gates then turn right. Westhill Leisure Centre (across the road from the school) will also allow runners to park their cars there on the day.
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE RUN?
There will be a number of entertainers including face-painting and the school band. Food and drink stalls will be available. There will also be a prize-giving event for runners who finish 1st and 2nd in each of the runs and two cinema tickets are available for the best fancy dress if you are interested in running in a special costume!
We expect the whole day to finish at around 4p.m.
七、課程設計：本大題共 15 分
The 108 curriculum guideline has sparked debates, triggered criticism, and aroused optimism. Its “newness” is as exciting as it is daunting. One of the changes concerning English as a subject is that it will only be tested in the GSAT, meaning for the second half of grade 12, English is no longer an “exam subject.” Please draft a course plan for this semester, demonstrating how, in the last semester of your students’ high school career, you intend to make English relevant and a worthwhile subject to spend time on.
Your plan should include items such as but not limited to:
(1) goals,
(2) pedagogical methods,
(3) assessment.
八、申論題：本大題共 10 分
As an English teacher in senior high school, you must be familiar with this situation: hardworking students coming to complain that they cannot memorize so many English words necessary for exams and that they always forget the new words even if they do their level best to memorize some of them. What is your philosophy or core value when it comes to teaching vocabulary? How would you coach students to enhance their vocabulary competence? To this purpose, what methods or what materials will you use in your class? Please offer a thesis statement and provide concrete examples to explain your principles in teaching vocabulary. Your answers will be evaluated in terms of your ideas as well as your English writing.
參考解答
歷屆學測自然 
