GEPT 中高級全真模擬試題 Mock 1

第一部分：聽力測驗（Listening Comprehension）

Part 1：問答（Question-Response）

說明： 每題會播放一個英文問句，請從三個選項中選出最適當的回應。中高級的問題較長且複雜，需要聽懂關鍵細節。

Question 1

I was wondering if you could give me some advice on how to prepare for a job interview. I have one next week and I’m honestly quite anxious about it.

(A) Job interviews are usually held in the afternoon. (B) First, research the company thoroughly and practice answering common questions. Confidence comes from preparation. (C) You should just tell them you are nervous and they will understand.

Question 2

Given the current economic situation, do you think it’s wise to invest in the stock market right now, or should I wait for more stability?

(A) I bought some stocks last year and they went up. (B) The stock market is always risky, but historically, long-term investing outperforms trying to time the market. (C) Stocks are traded on the stock exchange every weekday.

Question 3

Professor Chang’s lectures are so dense with information. I can barely keep up with taking notes. How do you manage?

(A) Professor Chang is very knowledgeable about history. (B) I record the lectures and review them later. I also compare notes with classmates to fill in what I missed. (C) You should sit in the front row so you can hear better.

Question 4

I’m torn between accepting a higher-paying job in Taipei and staying in my hometown where the cost of living is much lower. What would you do?

(A) Taipei has the highest cost of living in Taiwan. (B) I would calculate the actual take-home pay after expenses in both scenarios. Money isn’t everything — consider quality of life too. (C) You can always move back if you don’t like it.

Question 5

Have you ever dealt with the situation where a team member isn’t pulling their weight on a group project?

(A) Group projects are very common in university. (B) Yes, I have. I approached them privately and asked if everything was okay. Sometimes there are personal reasons behind the lack of contribution. (C) Everyone in my group works very hard.

Question 6

Do you happen to know why the university decided to remove the literature requirement from the engineering program starting next semester?

(A) Engineering students don’t like reading novels. (B) From what I read in the school newsletter, they want students to have more elective flexibility, but there’s been quite a debate about it. (C) Literature courses are offered in the humanities department.

Question 7

If you had to choose between a career that pays well but is stressful and one that is meaningful but financially modest, which path would you follow?

(A) High salaries often come with a lot of responsibility. (B) Personally, I’d lean toward meaningful work. Money can’t compensate for waking up every day dreading what you do. (C) Many successful people work in high-paying jobs.

Question 8

What’s your take on the argument that social media is making us more connected or more isolated than ever before?

(A) I use social media every day to talk to my friends. (B) It’s a paradox — we’re technically more connected, but the quality of those connections is often superficial. Real, deep relationships still require face-to-face time. (C) Social media companies make a lot of money from advertising.

Question 9

Could you explain why the professor deducted points from our essay when we followed all the formatting requirements in the syllabus?

(A) The syllabus clearly states all the assignment requirements. (B) The issue might be content-related rather than formatting. The professor’s comments on the paper itself should indicate where the deductions came from. (C) You can always ask the professor during office hours.

Question 10

I’ve been trying to reduce my carbon footprint, but it feels like my individual effort doesn’t matter when large corporations pollute so much. Do you think individual actions make a difference?

(A) Carbon emissions are a global problem that requires international cooperation. (B) Individual actions might seem small, but collective behavior sends a market signal. When enough people change their habits, companies follow the demand. (C) The government should enforce stricter environmental regulations.

Question 11

Isn’t it ironic that we have access to more information than any generation in history, yet misinformation seems to be spreading faster than ever?

(A) The internet has made information much more accessible. (B) Absolutely. The same technology that democratizes knowledge also democratizes falsehood. Critical thinking and media literacy are more essential than ever. (C) I get my news from social media platforms.

Question 12

With remote work becoming more common, how do you think office culture and workplace relationships will change in the coming years?

(A) Many companies have adopted a hybrid work model. (B) The casual interactions that build trust — coffee breaks, hallway chats — will need to be intentionally designed. Companies that ignore this risk losing their collaborative culture. (C) Working from home can improve work-life balance.

Question 13

I’m considering taking a semester off to do an internship, but I’m worried about falling behind my classmates academically. What’s your perspective?

(A) Internships can provide valuable real-world experience. (B) Honestly, the practical experience from a good internship often outweighs one semester of coursework. Employers value demonstrated skills over perfect academic timelines. (C) Many students graduate in four years without any breaks.

Question 14

Why do you think so many people struggle to maintain healthy habits even when they know exactly what they should be doing?

(A) Healthy habits include eating well, exercising, and getting enough sleep. (B) Knowledge and behavior are fundamentally different things. Environmental design — making the healthy choice the easy choice — tends to be more effective than willpower alone. (C) Doctors recommend exercising at least three times a week.

Question 15

This research paper requires us to include at least ten peer-reviewed sources. How do you typically go about finding credible academic references efficiently?

(A) The university library has a very good collection of academic journals. (B) I start with Google Scholar and filter by recent publications. Then I check the reference lists of relevant papers — that usually leads to a chain of quality sources. (C) Wikipedia is a good place to start research.

Part 2：簡短對話（Short Conversations）

說明： 每段對話後有兩個問題，請從四個選項中選出最佳答案。中高級對話較長，約 4-5 個回合，需要理解言外之意。

Conversation 1

Sarah: David, you’ve been staring at that spreadsheet for twenty minutes with a look of total despair. What’s going on? David: (sighs) The quarterly budget report is due tomorrow morning, and I’ve found a discrepancy of about $15,000 that I cannot account for. I’ve gone through the numbers four times. Sarah: That’s frustrating. Have you checked the expense records from the marketing department? They had that big campaign launch last month. There might be some invoices that weren’t properly categorized. David: Actually, no — I was so focused on the operations side that I didn’t even think about marketing. Good call. Sarah: I can take a look at your operations figures while you pull up the marketing expenses. Two sets of eyes are better than one, especially when you’ve been at it for this long. David: I really appreciate that. I owe you one.

Question 16: What problem is David facing?

(A) He cannot open the spreadsheet file on his computer. (B) He found a $15,000 discrepancy in the quarterly budget report. (C) He lost all the data from the marketing department. (D) He missed the deadline for submitting the report.

Question 17: What does Sarah offer to do?

(A) Talk to the marketing department on David’s behalf (B) Review the operations figures while David checks the marketing expenses (C) Extend the deadline for the budget report (D) Complete the entire report for David

Conversation 2

Professor Yang: Ms. Chen, I read your research proposal on urban green spaces and mental health. It’s quite ambitious for an undergraduate thesis. Ms. Chen: Thank you, Professor. I’m really passionate about the topic. I grew up in a neighborhood with almost no parks, and I witnessed how it affected the community’s well-being. Professor Yang: I can see that personal connection in your writing. However, I have a concern about your methodology. You’re proposing to interview 200 residents across five neighborhoods, but you only have four months to collect data. Ms. Chen: I was worried about that too. Do you think I should narrow the scope? Professor Yang: I’d recommend focusing on two neighborhoods with contrasting characteristics — say, one with abundant green space and one without. That would give you a more manageable and potentially more meaningful comparison. Ms. Chen: That makes a lot of sense. I’ll revise the proposal along those lines. Would it be possible for me to submit the revision next Friday? Professor Yang: That works. And please include a more detailed interview schedule with your revision. I want to see that you’ve thought through the logistics.

Question 18: What does Professor Yang think about Ms. Chen’s proposal?

(A) He thinks it is too simple and not worthy of an undergraduate thesis. (B) He finds it ambitious but is concerned about the scope of her methodology. (C) He wants her to change the entire research topic. (D) He believes she does not have enough personal connection to the topic.

Question 19: What suggestion does Professor Yang give?

(A) To interview more residents across all five neighborhoods (B) To focus on only two neighborhoods with different green space characteristics (C) To abandon the interview approach and use surveys instead (D) To extend the data collection period to eight months

Conversation 3

Lisa: Hey Marcus, I heard your startup got accepted into that accelerator program. Congratulations! Marcus: Thanks! Yeah, it’s been a wild ride. We’ll be moving into their office space next month and getting mentorship from some really experienced entrepreneurs. But honestly, I’m a bit overwhelmed. Lisa: Why’s that? This sounds like exactly what you’ve been working toward for the past year. Marcus: It is, but there’s so much pressure to perform. We have to hit specific growth targets to qualify for the next round of funding. And I’m supposed to be the confident CEO, but some mornings I wake up thinking I have no idea what I’m doing. Lisa: You know that’s called imposter syndrome, right? Almost every founder goes through it. The fact that you’re aware of what you don’t know is actually a strength — it keeps you learning. Marcus: I never thought of it that way. I guess I’ve been so in my own head about it that I didn’t realize it was normal. Lisa: Just remember what you’ve already accomplished. Two years ago this was just an idea scribbled on the back of a napkin. Now you have a team of five and paying customers. That’s not luck — that’s you.

Question 20: What milestone has Marcus’s startup achieved?

(A) They were acquired by a larger company. (B) They got accepted into an accelerator program. (C) They reached their funding goal for the year. (D) They hired twenty new employees.

Question 21: What does Lisa identify as Marcus’s emotional state?

(A) Overconfidence bordering on arrogance (B) Boredom with the startup routine (C) Imposter syndrome, which is common among founders (D) Depression from working too many hours

Conversation 4

Interviewer: Welcome, Dr. Huang. Your new book on climate change adaptation has been generating a lot of discussion. What prompted you to focus specifically on adaptation rather than mitigation? Dr. Huang: That’s a great question. For decades, the climate conversation has been dominated by mitigation — reducing emissions, transitioning to renewables. And that’s absolutely critical. But what I argue in the book is that even if we stopped all emissions tomorrow, we would still face decades of climate impacts from what’s already in the atmosphere. Interviewer: So you’re saying some degree of climate change is now unavoidable? Dr. Huang: Unfortunately, yes. We’re already seeing it — stronger typhoons in the Pacific, prolonged droughts in many regions, coastal flooding. My book focuses on how cities and communities can prepare for these inevitable changes while still pushing hard on mitigation. Interviewer: Could you give an example of what effective adaptation looks like in practice? Dr. Huang: Certainly. Take Rotterdam in the Netherlands. They’ve redesigned public squares to serve as water storage basins during heavy rainfall. So the same space is a playground on sunny days and flood protection during storms. It’s that kind of dual-purpose thinking we need more of.

Question 22: What is the main focus of Dr. Huang’s book?

(A) Reducing carbon emissions through renewable energy (B) Climate change adaptation and how communities can prepare (C) The history of climate science over the past decades (D) The economic costs of environmental regulations

Question 23: According to Dr. Huang, why is adaptation necessary?

(A) Because mitigation efforts have completely failed (B) Because climate impacts are already unavoidable due to existing emissions (C) Because renewable energy is too expensive to implement (D) Because governments are not interested in reducing emissions

Conversation 5

Jenny: Hey Sam, your photography exhibition last weekend was amazing! The black-and-white series of night markets was my favorite. How long did it take to put all that together? Sam: Thanks, Jenny! It was about six months of shooting, mostly on weekend nights. Night markets are so chaotic — getting a clean composition was a real challenge. Jenny: I can imagine. The photo of the elderly woman making oyster omelets with steam rising around her face — that one really stayed with me. It felt like a portrait of resilience. Sam: That was at Keelung’s Miaokou Night Market. I must have taken fifty shots before I got that one. She noticed me and just smiled and kept working. No posing, no self-consciousness. That’s the kind of authenticity I was going for. Jenny: Well, you definitely captured it. Are you planning to exhibit anywhere else? Sam: I’m in talks with a gallery in Taichung. Nothing confirmed yet, but I’m hopeful. I’d also like to publish a photo book eventually. The working title is “Taiwan After Dark.” Jenny: That’s a great title. Let me know when the book comes out — I’d love a signed copy.

Question 24: What was the theme of Sam’s photography exhibition?

(A) Portrait photography of famous Taiwanese celebrities (B) A black-and-white series of Taiwan’s night markets (C) Landscape photography of Taiwan’s mountains and coasts (D) Abstract photography using experimental techniques

Question 25: What future project is Sam considering?

(A) A documentary film about Taiwanese street food (B) A photo book tentatively titled “Taiwan After Dark” (C) An exhibition tour across five countries in Asia (D) A teaching workshop for young photographers

Conversation 6

Mr. Chen: Ms. Huang, I’ve reviewed the performance data for the second quarter, and your team has exceeded every target. I’m genuinely impressed. Ms. Huang: Thank you, Mr. Chen. It was a team effort. Everyone put in extra hours after the product launch to make sure we followed through with customer support. Mr. Chen: I’m aware of that, and I want to recognize it. I’m proposing a performance bonus for your entire team, as well as an additional week of paid leave to be used this year. Ms. Huang: That’s incredibly generous. The team will be thrilled. I know morale has been a bit low lately with all the overtime, so this will mean a lot. Mr. Chen: Good. I also want to discuss a potential promotion for you. The regional manager position for Southeast Asia is opening up next quarter, and I think you’d be an excellent fit. Ms. Huang: I… I don’t know what to say. That’s a position I’ve had my eye on. I’d be honored to be considered. Mr. Chen: Don’t be too modest. You’ve consistently demonstrated the leadership and strategic thinking the role requires. I’ll send you the job description tomorrow so we can talk more.

Question 26: What recognition is Mr. Chen proposing for Ms. Huang’s team?

(A) A company-wide announcement and certificate of achievement (B) A performance bonus and an additional week of paid leave (C) A team dinner and a letter of commendation (D) A transfer to the Southeast Asia regional office

Question 27: What additional opportunity does Mr. Chen mention for Ms. Huang?

(A) An invitation to speak at the company’s annual conference (B) A potential promotion to regional manager for Southeast Asia (C) A fully-funded MBA program sponsored by the company (D) The chance to lead a new product development division

Conversation 7

Alice: Brian, can I get your opinion on something? I’m trying to decide between two study abroad programs for next spring. Brian: Sure, what are the options? Alice: One is a semester exchange at the University of Melbourne, which is very well-ranked and has courses directly related to my environmental science major. The other is a short-term research program in Costa Rica focused on rainforest ecology — it’s only eight weeks but it’s entirely fieldwork. Brian: They sound like completely different experiences. What’s holding you back from deciding? Alice: The Melbourne program would look better on my resume because of the university’s reputation. But the Costa Rica one is the kind of hands-on research I actually want to do as a career. I’m worried I’m choosing between a safe bet and my genuine interest. Brian: I’d argue your genuine interest is the safer bet. Graduate schools and employers can tell when someone’s experiences are driven by passion versus resume-building. Plus, fieldwork in Costa Rica is a unique story to tell in interviews. Alice: You have a point. I guess I’ve been overthinking the optics and underthinking what I’d actually gain from the experience. Brian: Exactly. Neither choice is wrong, but one of them clearly excites you more. That’s the one you’ll work harder at and get more out of.

Question 28: What are the two study abroad options Alice is considering?

(A) Melbourne for a semester exchange vs. Costa Rica for a short rainforest ecology program (B) Melbourne for a research project vs. Costa Rica for a semester exchange (C) Melbourne for an internship vs. Costa Rica for language study (D) Melbourne for summer school vs. Costa Rica for volunteer teaching

Question 29: What is Brian’s advice to Alice?

(A) She should choose the program with the better university reputation. (B) She should choose the program that genuinely excites her more. (C) She should apply to both programs and decide later. (D) She should stay in Taiwan and focus on her current studies.

Conversation 8

Patient: Dr. Lin, thank you for seeing me. I’ve been having these headaches for about three weeks now. They usually start in the afternoon and get worse by evening. Dr. Lin: I see. Can you describe the pain? Is it a sharp pain in one specific area, or more of a dull pressure? Patient: More of a dull pressure, kind of like a tight band around my forehead. And my neck feels stiff along with it. Dr. Lin: That sounds like a tension headache, which is the most common type. Let me ask about your daily routine — how many hours a day do you spend looking at a screen, including your phone and computer? Patient: Probably ten or eleven hours between work and personal use. I work in graphic design, so I’m at a computer all day, and then I’m on my phone in the evening. Dr. Lin: That’s likely a significant contributor. I’d like to try a few things before prescribing any medication. First, take a five-minute break from the screen every hour. Just stand up, stretch your neck and shoulders, and look at something in the distance. Second, I want you to be mindful of your posture — your monitor should be at eye level so you’re not tilting your head down. Patient: I can definitely do that. Is there anything I should do when a headache is already starting? Dr. Lin: A warm compress on your neck and shoulders can help relax the muscles. Over-the-counter pain relievers are fine in moderation, but if the headaches persist for another two weeks despite these changes, come back and we’ll run some tests.

Question 30: What type of headache does Dr. Lin suspect?

(A) A migraine caused by hormonal changes (B) A tension headache likely related to screen time and posture (C) A cluster headache that requires immediate treatment (D) A sinus headache caused by an infection

Part 3：簡短獨白（Short Talks）

說明： 每段獨白後有三個問題，請從四個選項中選出最佳答案。中高級的獨白長度約 250-350 字，主題多為學術演講、新聞報導或專業簡報。

Talk 1

“Good afternoon, everyone. Today I want to discuss a fascinating field that sits at the intersection of psychology and economics: behavioral economics. Traditional economic theory has long assumed that humans are rational actors who make decisions based on careful calculation of costs and benefits. However, research over the past four decades has demonstrated that this assumption is fundamentally flawed.

Let me give you a classic example. In one well-known study, participants were offered a choice: they could receive $50 imm e d ia t e l y, or t h eyco u l d rece i v e$ 100 a year from now. Rationally speaking, waiting one year for a 100% return is an excellent deal. Yet the overwhelming majority of participants chose the immediate $50. This phenomenon, known as ‘present bias’ or ‘hyperbolic discounting,’ shows that we dramatically overvalue immediate rewards compared to future ones.

This finding has profound practical implications. It helps explain why so many people struggle to save for retirement even when they know they should. It also explains why we procrastinate on important tasks — the immediate comfort of avoiding effort outweighs the future benefit of completing the work.

Behavioral economists have used these insights to design what they call ‘nudges’ — small changes to the choice environment that help people make better decisions without restricting their freedom. For instance, automatically enrolling employees in retirement savings plans, while giving them the option to opt out, dramatically increases participation rates compared to requiring them to opt in. The choice set is identical in both cases; only the default has changed. Understanding our cognitive biases, it turns out, is not just intellectually interesting — it has the power to improve lives.”

Question 31: What is the main topic of this talk?

(A) Traditional economic theory and its assumptions about rational actors (B) Behavioral economics and how cognitive biases affect decision-making (C) The history of retirement savings plans in different countries (D) How to calculate the best financial returns on investments

Question 32: According to the talk, what is “present bias”?

(A) The tendency to prefer events happening in the present over events in the past (B) The tendency to overvalue immediate rewards compared to future ones (C) A bias toward presenting information in a visually appealing way (D) The preference for receiving gifts in person rather than by mail

Question 33: What is a “nudge” as described in the talk?

(A) A financial penalty for making poor economic decisions (B) A government regulation that restricts personal choice (C) A small change in the choice environment that helps people make better decisions (D) A type of psychological therapy for treating cognitive biases

Talk 2

“This is National Public Radio. In our ongoing series on urban development, we turn today to the concept of the ‘15-minute city.’ This urban planning model, which gained significant attention after the pandemic, proposes that all essential services — work, shopping, education, healthcare, and leisure — should be accessible within a 15-minute walk or bike ride from one’s home.

The idea was popularized by French-Colombian scientist Carlos Moreno, though its roots can be traced back to earlier planning concepts like the ‘neighborhood unit’ of the 1920s. The 15-minute city challenges the car-centric development model that has dominated urban planning since the mid-20th century. In that model, residential areas, commercial districts, and industrial zones are strictly separated, making car travel essentially mandatory.

Several cities have begun implementing versions of this concept. Paris, under Mayor Anne Hidalgo, has been particularly aggressive, converting major roads into pedestrian and bicycle corridors, creating ‘school streets’ where traffic is restricted during pickup and drop-off hours, and repurposing parking spaces into mini-parks and community gardens.

Critics raise valid concerns. Housing affordability in dense, amenity-rich neighborhoods is already a pressing issue, and the 15-minute city model could exacerbate this if not paired with strong affordable housing policies. There are also concerns that it might create isolated bubbles, with residents rarely leaving their neighborhood and interacting only with people of similar socioeconomic backgrounds.

Nevertheless, the 15-minute city represents a compelling reimagining of urban life — one where streets are for people first and cars second, where local communities are strengthened, and where daily life involves less commuting and more living. The question is not whether the ideal is worth pursuing, but whether we can implement it equitably.”

Question 34: What is the “15-minute city” concept?

(A) A city where all government services are provided within 15 minutes of request (B) An urban planning model where essential services are within a 15-minute walk or bike ride (C) A city design that limits the time residents can spend driving each day (D) A plan to build small cities that take only 15 minutes to cross by car

Question 35: What has Paris done to implement this concept?

(A) Banned all cars from entering the city center permanently (B) Converted roads into pedestrian corridors and created “school streets” (C) Built fifteen new shopping malls spread evenly across the city (D) Required all residents to live within 15 minutes of their workplace

Question 36: What concern do critics raise about the 15-minute city model?

(A) It would make car travel more efficient and therefore increase pollution. (B) It could worsen housing affordability issues in desirable neighborhoods. (C) It would require demolishing too many historic buildings. (D) It would make emergency services slower to respond to incidents.

Talk 3

“Welcome to the first lecture of ‘Introduction to Epigenetics.’ Over the next fourteen weeks, we will explore one of the most exciting frontiers in biology — the study of how environmental factors can influence gene expression without altering the underlying DNA sequence.

For decades, we operated under what might be called the ‘genetic blueprint’ model: your DNA is the master plan, and your traits are simply the execution of that plan. This model suggested a one-way flow of information — from genes to proteins to observable characteristics. It was elegant, but it was incomplete.

What epigenetics reveals is that there is a second layer of information sitting on top of the genetic code — hence the prefix ‘epi,’ from the Greek for ‘above’ or ‘over.’ This epigenetic layer consists of chemical tags, most notably methyl groups, that attach to DNA and act like switches, turning genes on or off. Crucially, these switches can be flipped by environmental factors: diet, stress, exposure to toxins, even social experiences.

One of the most striking demonstrations of epigenetic effects comes from studies of the Dutch Hunger Winter of 1944-1945, when a Nazi blockade caused severe famine in the Netherlands. Researchers tracking the children born to women who were pregnant during the famine found something remarkable: these children had higher rates of obesity, cardiovascular disease, and metabolic disorders throughout their lives compared to their siblings born before or after the famine. The famine had, in effect, altered the epigenetic programming of the developing fetuses, with lifelong consequences.

Perhaps the most profound implication of epigenetics is that it challenges the strict separation between ‘nature’ and ‘nurture.’ The two are not opposing forces but interacting systems. Our genes provide a range of possible outcomes, and our experiences — even those of our parents and grandparents — influence where within that range we end up.”

Question 37: What is the field of epigenetics primarily concerned with?

(A) Mapping the complete human genome sequence (B) Studying how environmental factors affect gene expression without changing DNA (C) Developing genetic engineering techniques to cure diseases (D) Tracing the evolutionary history of different species

Question 38: What does the speaker say about the Dutch Hunger Winter study?

(A) It proved that famine has no lasting effect on children’s health. (B) It showed that prenatal exposure to famine increased lifelong disease risks. (C) It demonstrated that epigenetic changes cannot be passed to children. (D) It was an example of poor research methodology in genetic studies.

Question 39: According to the speaker, what is the relationship between “nature” and “nurture” in light of epigenetics?

(A) Nature is far more important than nurture in determining outcomes. (B) Nurture completely overrides any genetic predispositions. (C) They are interacting systems rather than opposing forces. (D) Epigenetics proves that only nature determines our traits.

Talk 4

“Attention, all passengers. This is your captain speaking. We are currently flying at an altitude of 35,000 feet, approximately halfway between Taipei and Tokyo. The weather conditions at Narita Airport are partly cloudy with light winds, and we expect a smooth descent and an on-time arrival at 4:15 p.m. local time.

I’d like to take a moment to address something that I know concerns many travelers — turbulence. We anticipate encountering a patch of moderate turbulence in about forty minutes as we pass over a weather front near the southern coast of Japan’s main island. I want to emphasize that turbulence, while uncomfortable, is not dangerous to the aircraft. Modern commercial airplanes are designed to withstand forces far beyond what even severe turbulence can produce. The main risk is to unrestrained passengers, which is why we always recommend keeping your seatbelt fastened even when the sign is off.

To ensure everyone’s comfort, our cabin crew will suspend the meal service early and secure the galleys before we reach the expected turbulence zone. This means that meal service will begin in about ten minutes rather than the originally scheduled twenty minutes from now. If you had a special meal request and haven’t received it yet, please press the call button and let a crew member know.

I’ll give you an update in about thirty minutes with more precise timing. In the meantime, please enjoy the rest of the flight, and I’d like to remind you that our in-flight entertainment system offers over two hundred movies, including several new releases in multiple languages. Thank you for your attention.”

Question 40: What weather condition does the captain mention?

(A) Severe thunderstorms directly over Narita Airport (B) Heavy snow that might delay the landing (C) A patch of moderate turbulence expected in about forty minutes (D) Strong tailwinds that will speed up the arrival time

Question 41: Why will the meal service begin earlier than scheduled?

(A) The passengers have complained about being hungry. (B) The crew needs to suspend service before the turbulence zone is reached. (C) The flight is ahead of schedule and will arrive early. (D) There is a special event that the airline is celebrating on board.

Question 42: What does the captain say about turbulence safety?

(A) Turbulence is extremely dangerous and passengers should remain calm. (B) The aircraft can handle turbulence, but unrestrained passengers are at risk. (C) The crew is trained to land the plane immediately when turbulence occurs. (D) Turbulence only affects small aircraft, not large commercial planes.

Talk 5

“Good morning, everyone, and thank you for attending this investor briefing. Today, I’m going to walk you through our company’s financial performance for the past fiscal year and outline our strategic direction for the year ahead.

Let me start with the headline numbers. Total revenue for the fiscal year reached $1.2 billion, representing a 14% increase year-over-year. This growth was primarily driven by our cloud services division, which saw a 35% jump in subscription revenue as more enterprise clients migrated their operations to our platform. Our hardware division, by contrast, experienced a modest 3% decline, reflecting the broader industry trend toward cloud-based solutions.

Profitability also improved significantly. Our operating margin expanded from 18% to 22%, thanks largely to operational efficiencies we’ve implemented over the past eighteen months. We automated several manual processes in our supply chain, reduced our office footprint by 30% through a hybrid work policy, and renegotiated several key supplier contracts. These measures together saved approximately $70 million annually.

Looking ahead, we plan to invest heavily in artificial intelligence capabilities. We are allocating $200 million of our capital expenditure budget to AI research and development this year alone. We believe AI integration will be a key differentiator in the cloud services market over the next five years. Specifically, we are developing AI-powered analytics tools that help our clients derive actionable insights from their data without needing in-house data science teams.

I want to be transparent about the risks as well. Our heavy investment in AI will pressure short-term margins, and there is no guarantee of market adoption at the pace we anticipate. Additionally, global economic uncertainty, particularly around trade policy, could affect our international revenue, which now accounts for 40% of total sales.

With that context, let me open the floor to your questions.”

Question 43: What was the main driver of the company’s revenue growth?

(A) The hardware division’s successful new product launch (B) The cloud services division’s 35% increase in subscription revenue (C) International expansion into five new markets (D) The acquisition of a smaller competitor

Question 44: How much did the company save annually through operational efficiency measures?

(A) Approximately $30 mi ll i o n (B) A pp ro x ima t e l y$ 50 million (C) Approximately $70 mi ll i o n (D) A pp ro x ima t e l y$ 100 million

Question 45: What risk does the speaker acknowledge?

(A) The company might lose its top engineers to competitors. (B) Heavy AI investment will pressure short-term margins. (C) The cloud services division is growing too fast to manage. (D) The hardware division might have to shut down entirely.

第二部分：閱讀測驗（Reading Comprehension）

Part 1：詞彙和結構（Vocabulary & Structure）

說明： 請選出最適合填入空格的答案。中高級詞彙程度約 7000-10000 字。

Question 46

The committee’s decision to postpone the project was met with ___ opposition from stakeholders who had already invested significant resources.

(A) formidable (B) trivial (C) negligible (D) cordial

Question 47

The researcher’s findings, ___ were published in a leading scientific journal, have significant implications for cancer treatment.

(A) that (B) which (C) what (D) whom

Question 48

Had the government implemented stricter regulations earlier, the environmental damage ___ to such an extent.

(A) would not escalate (B) would not have escalated (C) did not escalate (D) has not escalated

Question 49

The speaker was so ___ that the audience found it difficult to follow his line of reasoning.

(A) articulate (B) articulate enough (C) inarticulate (D) articulating

Question 50

It is imperative that every employee ___ the new safety protocols before beginning work at the construction site.

(A) undergoes (B) undergo (C) underwent (D) will undergo

Question 51

The novel explores the ___ nature of memory, suggesting that our recollections are constantly being reshaped by present experiences.

(A) static (B) plausible (C) malleable (D) tangible

Question 52

___ the mounting evidence of climate change, some policymakers continue to prioritize short-term economic gains over long-term sustainability.

(A) In spite (B) Despite (C) Although (D) Because

Question 53

The negotiations reached a ___ when neither party was willing to compromise on the core issues.

(A) breakthrough (B) consensus (C) stalemate (D) resolution

Question 54

With the project deadline ___, the team worked around the clock to complete the remaining tasks.

(A) approached (B) to approach (C) approaching (D) being approached

Question 55

The politician’s remarks were deliberately ___, allowing different audiences to interpret them in ways that aligned with their own beliefs.

(A) explicit (B) ambiguous (C) concise (D) assertive

Question 56

Never before ___ such a rapid and widespread adoption of a new technology as we have witnessed with smartphones.

(A) we have seen (B) have we seen (C) we saw (D) did we saw

Question 57

The professor emphasized that critical thinking is not about ___ information at face value but about questioning underlying assumptions.

(A) suppressing (B) accepting (C) rejecting (D) analyzing

Question 58

It was not until the early 2000s ___ the scientific community fully acknowledged the role of gut bacteria in mental health.

(A) that (B) when (C) which (D) where

Question 59

The company’s decision to outsource its manufacturing was ___ by concerns over rising labor costs and declining productivity at domestic facilities.

(A) precipitated (B) alleviated (C) mitigated (D) obscured

Question 60

Rarely ___ an academic paper attract as much public attention as the one published by Dr. Chen’s team last month.

(A) does (B) is (C) has (D) will

Part 2：段落填空（Cloze Test）

說明： 以下三篇短文各有五個空格，請選出最適合的答案。

Passage 1

The rise of automation and artificial intelligence has sparked intense debate about the future of work. Some economists predict that up to 40% of current jobs could be (61) ___ by automation within the next two decades. Others argue that while certain tasks will be automated, new jobs will emerge that we cannot yet imagine — just as the internet created roles like ‘social media manager’ that were inconceivable thirty years ago.

What is clear is that the skills (62) ___ for success in the job market are shifting. Routine cognitive and manual tasks are the most vulnerable to automation. By contrast, skills that involve complex problem-solving, creativity, emotional intelligence, and interpersonal negotiation are likely to remain in human hands for the (63) ___ future.

This has profound implications for education systems worldwide. If we continue to train students primarily for rote memorization and standardized test performance, we are preparing them for a world that may no longer (64) ___. The challenge is to redesign curricula that emphasize critical thinking, adaptability, and lifelong learning — skills that are not easily (65) ___ to machines.

It is a daunting task, but also an opportunity. For the first time in history, we might be able to build an education system that focuses not on producing identical workers for an industrial economy, but on developing uniquely human capabilities.

Question 61

(A) replaced (B) created (C) maintained (D) supported

Question 62

(A) require (B) requiring (C) required (D) requirement

Question 63

(A) foreseeable (B) distant (C) unprecedented (D) indefinite

Question 64

(A) exist (B) function (C) respond (D) expand

Question 65

(A) transferred (B) replicated (C) delivered (D) contributed

Passage 2

Cultural intelligence, or CQ, is increasingly recognized as an essential competency in our globalized world. Unlike IQ, which measures cognitive ability, or EQ, which measures emotional awareness, CQ refers to the capability to function effectively across (66) ___ cultural contexts — national, ethnic, generational, or organizational.

Research by scholars such as Soon Ang and Linn Van Dyne has identified four components of cultural intelligence. The first, CQ Drive, is the motivation and interest to engage with different cultures. The second, CQ Knowledge, is the understanding of how cultures (67) ___ in terms of values, norms, and practices. The third, CQ Strategy, is the ability to plan and adjust one’s approach in cross-cultural situations. The fourth, CQ Action, is the behavioral (68) ___ to adapt one’s verbal and non-verbal communication appropriately.

The importance of CQ in business cannot be overstated. Multinational companies frequently (69) ___ failures in international ventures not to flawed business models but to cultural misunderstandings. A marketing campaign that resonates in one country can be offensive in another. Negotiation styles that are effective in one cultural context can be counterproductive elsewhere.

(70) ___, cultural intelligence is not a fixed trait — it can be developed through education, exposure, and deliberate practice. This is encouraging news for organizations that are willing to invest in building the CQ of their employees.

Question 66

(A) diverse (B) familiar (C) limited (D) specific

Question 67

(A) resemble (B) contrast (C) vary (D) agree

Question 68

(A) limitation (B) inability (C) reluctance (D) flexibility

Question 69

(A) attribute (B) contribute (C) distribute (D) substitute

Question 70

(A) Consequently (B) Fortunately (C) Ironically (D) Occasionally

Passage 3

The placebo effect is one of the most fascinating and misunderstood phenomena in medical science. (71) ___ defined, a placebo is an inert substance or treatment — such as a sugar pill — that has no direct pharmacological effect on the body. Yet when patients believe they are receiving real treatment, many experience genuine symptom relief.

For decades, the placebo effect was dismissed as merely a psychological trick, not worthy of serious scientific attention. However, recent neuroscience research has revealed that placebos can trigger (72) ___ physiological changes. Brain scans show that when patients respond to placebos, their brains release natural pain-relieving chemicals such as endorphins and dopamine. In other words, the belief in the treatment activates the brain’s own healing mechanisms.

The implications are profound. The placebo effect demonstrates that the mind and body are not separate systems but deeply (73) ___ ones. The context in which treatment is delivered — the doctor’s demeanor, the appearance of the clinic, the explanation given — all influence patient outcomes. This does not mean that ‘positive thinking’ can cure serious diseases. But it does suggest that the psychological dimensions of care (74) ___ more attention than they typically receive in a medical system focused primarily on drugs and procedures.

Interestingly, the placebo effect appears to be growing stronger over time, at least in the United States. Clinical trials for pain medications are finding it increasingly difficult to prove that new drugs work better than placebos. Researchers are not sure why, but one theory is that the (75) ___ of drug advertising has raised public expectations about what medications can achieve, thereby strengthening the placebo response.

Question 71

(A) Broadly (B) Narrowly (C) Technically (D) Figuratively

Question 72

(A) measurable (B) negligible (C) imaginary (D) temporary

Question 73

(A) independent (B) interconnected (C) identical (D) incompatible

Question 74

(A) reserve (B) neglect (C) demand (D) require

Question 75

(A) absence (B) regulation (C) pervasiveness (D) prohibition

Part 3：閱讀理解（Reading Comprehension）

說明： 閱讀以下短文，並根據文章內容回答問題。中高級閱讀理解的篇幅約 300-500 字，主題偏向學術及社會議題。

Passage 1

The island nation of Iceland has achieved something remarkable: it has nearly eliminated teenage substance abuse in the span of two decades. In 1998, Iceland had one of the highest rates of teenage drinking and smoking in Europe. Nearly 25% of 15- and 16-year-olds reported smoking daily, and over 40% had been drunk in the past month. Today, those figures have dropped to around 3% and 5% respectively — among the lowest in the developed world.

The transformation was not the result of a single program or policy but of a systematic, community-based approach now known as the “Icelandic Model.” The model was developed by a team of researchers led by psychologist Gudberg Jonsson and includes several key components.

First, the government significantly increased funding for organized recreational activities such as sports, arts, and music. Every child and teenager in Iceland now receives an annual “leisure card” worth approximately $500 that can be used to pay for after-school programs. The idea is straightforward: rather than simply telling young people what not to do, give them meaningful and engaging alternatives.

Second, the model emphasizes parental involvement. Parents are encouraged to spend more time with their children and to know where they are in the evenings. National campaigns have promoted the message that families eating dinner together and parents being home at night are protective factors against substance use.

Third, laws were changed. The legal age for purchasing tobacco was raised, alcohol advertising was severely restricted, and a curfew was established: teenagers under 16 are not allowed to be outside after 10 p.m. in winter or midnight in summer without adult supervision.

Critics point out that Iceland is a small, relatively homogenous country of about 380,000 people, and that its model may not transfer easily to larger, more diverse societies. Nonetheless, elements of the Icelandic Model are now being piloted in several cities worldwide, from Chile to Romania, with promising early results.

Question 76: What was the situation regarding teenage substance abuse in Iceland in 1998?

(A) It was among the lowest in Europe. (B) It was among the highest in Europe, with high rates of daily smoking and drinking. (C) It was roughly average compared to other European countries. (D) Data on teenage substance abuse was not yet available.

Question 77: What is the “leisure card” mentioned in the passage?

(A) A discount card for buying books and school supplies (B) A card that allows teenagers to travel for free on public transportation (C) Government funding worth about $500 for after-school programs in sports, arts, or music (D) A membership card for Iceland’s national library system

Question 78: What is one criticism of the Icelandic Model?

(A) It costs too much money for a small country to maintain. (B) It may not transfer easily to larger, more diverse societies. (C) It has not actually reduced teenage substance abuse rates. (D) It focuses too much on punishment and not enough on support.

Passage 2

The concept of “deep work,” introduced by computer scientist and author Cal Newport in his 2016 book, has resonated deeply in an age of constant digital distraction. Deep work is defined as professional activities performed in a state of distraction-free concentration that push one’s cognitive capabilities to their limit. Newport contrasts this with “shallow work” — non-cognitively demanding, logistical-style tasks, often performed while distracted, which tend not to create much new value and are easy to replicate.

Newport’s central argument is that deep work is becoming increasingly rare at precisely the moment it is becoming increasingly valuable. The modern workplace, with its open-plan offices, instant messaging platforms, and culture of rapid email response, is structured in ways that systematically fragment attention. The average knowledge worker now checks email every six minutes and is interrupted roughly every three minutes by some form of digital notification.

This erosion of focus comes with a measurable cost. Research on attention has demonstrated that once interrupted, it takes an average of 23 minutes to return to the original level of concentration. A single notification therefore does not simply steal the moment of its arrival; it steals the subsequent twenty minutes of productive thinking.

Newport recommends several practical strategies for cultivating deep work. One is the “monastic” approach, which involves essentially eliminating or drastically minimizing shallow obligations. A less extreme version is the “bimodal” approach, where one dedicates clearly defined periods — certain days of the week or weeks of the year — to deep work while allowing shallow work during other times. The “rhythmic” approach, perhaps the most accessible, involves developing a consistent daily habit of deep work at the same time, turning it into a routine that removes the need to decide when to focus.

The implication is clear: in an economy that increasingly rewards the ability to quickly master complex systems and produce high-quality work at an elite level, the cultivation of deep focus is not a luxury but a competitive necessity.

Question 79: According to Cal Newport, what is “deep work”?

(A) Tasks that require physical labor and can be done without thinking (B) Professional activities performed with full concentration that push cognitive limits (C) Work that involves deep emotional engagement with colleagues and clients (D) Any task that takes more than four hours to complete

Question 80: What does the passage say about interruptions at work?

(A) Most interruptions are caused by face-to-face conversations with colleagues. (B) It takes about 23 minutes to regain full concentration after being interrupted. (C) Knowledge workers only check email once an hour on average. (D) Digital notifications actually improve productivity by keeping workers informed.

Question 81: Which deep work strategy involves developing a consistent daily habit?

(A) The monastic approach (B) The bimodal approach (C) The rhythmic approach (D) The journalistic approach

Passage 3

The rapid development of artificial intelligence has prompted a fundamental reassessment of what constitutes uniquely human intelligence. As AI systems achieve superhuman performance in an expanding range of cognitive tasks — from playing complex strategy games to generating coherent essays — the boundary between machine capability and human cognition has become increasingly blurred.

Yet some cognitive scientists argue that this framing misses the point. The philosopher John Haugeland, for instance, distinguished between what he called “brute-force” intelligence and “situated” intelligence. Brute-force intelligence, which AI excels at, involves processing vast amounts of data to identify patterns and make predictions. It is essentially a sophisticated form of statistical analysis. Situated intelligence, by contrast, involves understanding context, navigating ambiguity, and making judgments in situations where the rules are not clearly defined.

This distinction helps explain why AI can defeat world champions at Go yet still struggles with tasks that a five-year-old child performs effortlessly — such as understanding that a cup placed on a table is resting on a surface, not floating in midair, even if the image shows it against a confusing background. The child’s understanding is grounded in years of embodied experience in the physical world. AI systems, trained purely on data rather than lived experience, lack this grounding.

Another dimension of human intelligence that AI has not replicated is what psychologists call “mental time travel” — the ability to mentally project oneself into the past to relive experiences or into the future to simulate hypothetical scenarios. While AI can generate predictions based on historical data, it does so without the subjective sense of a self moving through time.

None of this is to diminish the extraordinary achievements of AI research. But it suggests that the goal should not be to create machines that think exactly like humans — something that may be neither possible nor desirable. Rather, the most powerful applications of AI are likely to come from systems that complement human intelligence rather than replicate it.

Question 82: What distinction did John Haugeland make regarding intelligence?

(A) Between conscious intelligence and unconscious intelligence (B) Between “brute-force” intelligence and “situated” intelligence (C) Between mathematical intelligence and artistic intelligence (D) Between individual intelligence and collective intelligence

Question 83: Why does the passage mention a five-year-old child’s ability to understand a cup on a table?

(A) To show that children are smarter than AI in every domain (B) To illustrate that embodied physical experience creates understanding that data-only AI lacks (C) To argue that AI should be trained exclusively on images of household objects (D) To demonstrate that AI has already surpassed children’s cognitive abilities

Question 84: What is “mental time travel” as described in the passage?

(A) The ability to solve time-related math problems (B) The capacity to remember historical dates and events accurately (C) The ability to mentally project into the past or future with a subjective sense of self (D) The skill of managing one’s daily schedule efficiently

Passage 4

To: All Department Heads From: Dr. Patricia Morrison, Chief Academic Officer Date: May 3, 2026 Subject: Revised Guidelines for Academic Integrity in the Age of Generative AI

Dear Colleagues,

As you are all aware, the widespread availability of generative AI tools — most notably large language models such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini — has created unprecedented challenges for maintaining academic integrity. The Academic Affairs Committee has spent the past semester studying this issue and has developed a revised set of guidelines that will take effect at the start of the fall semester.

The following principles form the foundation of our approach:

First, generative AI should be treated as a tool, not as a substitute for a student’s own intellectual work. Our goal is not to ban these technologies — which would be both impractical and counterproductive, given their growing role in professional environments — but to teach students how to use them responsibly and transparently.

Second, all student submissions must include an “AI Use Declaration” that explicitly states whether and how generative AI was used in the creation of the work. This declaration should specify which tools were used, for what purposes (e.g., brainstorming, editing, research assistance), and to what extent the final output reflects the student’s own work versus AI-generated content.

Third, the threshold for what constitutes academic dishonesty remains unchanged: any work that is submitted as a student’s own must genuinely represent their own understanding and effort. Using an AI to generate an entire essay and submitting it without substantive modification or attribution is no different from submitting an essay purchased from an essay mill.

Fourth, assessments may need to be redesigned. Assignments that can be completed entirely by current AI tools without meaningful student engagement should be reconsidered. Alternative assessment methods — such as in-class writing, oral examinations, project-based work, and portfolios that demonstrate a process of revision and reflection — may be more resistant to unauthorized AI use.

I recognize that these changes will require adjustments from all of us. The Teaching and Learning Center will offer workshops throughout the summer to help faculty redesign assignments and integrate AI literacy into their courses. I encourage everyone to attend at least one session.

This is an evolving landscape, and these guidelines will be reviewed and updated annually. I welcome your feedback and questions.

Sincerely, Dr. Patricia Morrison

Question 85: What is the university’s general stance on generative AI tools?

(A) They should be completely banned from all academic work. (B) They should be treated as tools to be used responsibly rather than banned. (C) Students should be required to use them for all assignments. (D) No decision has been made on how to handle them.

Question 86: What is the “AI Use Declaration” mentioned in the memo?

(A) A form that professors must fill out before using AI in their lectures (B) A statement from students specifying how AI was used in their work (C) A certificate that AI companies provide to educational institutions (D) A policy document that the university submits to the government

Question 87: According to the memo, what assignments should be reconsidered?

(A) All writing assignments, regardless of format or purpose (B) Only take-home exams and final research papers (C) Assignments that can be completed entirely by current AI tools without student engagement (D) Group projects that involve collaboration among multiple students

Passage 5

Beneath the surface of our skin, a hidden ecosystem teems with life. The human microbiome — the collection of trillions of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microorganisms that inhabit our bodies — has emerged as one of the most exciting frontiers in medical research. And nowhere is this ecosystem richer or more consequential than in the human gut.

The gut microbiome performs functions essential to our survival. It helps digest food that our own enzymes cannot break down, produces vitamins such as B12 and K, and trains our immune system to distinguish between harmless substances and genuine threats. In many ways, the gut microbiome functions as an additional organ — one that we acquire after birth and that co-evolves with us throughout our lives.

Over the past decade, research has revealed connections between the gut microbiome and conditions ranging far beyond digestion. Disruptions in the gut ecosystem — a state known as dysbiosis — have been linked to obesity, type 2 diabetes, inflammatory bowel disease, allergies, and even mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. The “gut-brain axis,” a bidirectional communication network connecting the two systems via neural, hormonal, and immune pathways, is now a major focus of neuroscience research.

What shapes our gut microbiome? Diet is the most powerful influence. A diet rich in fiber from fruits, vegetables, and whole grains promotes a diverse and resilient microbial community. By contrast, a diet high in processed foods, sugar, and saturated fats can reduce microbial diversity and promote inflammatory species. Antibiotics, while life-saving in many contexts, can have severe collateral effects on the gut microbiome, sometimes taking months to recover from a single course.

The therapeutic implications are tantalizing. Fecal microbiota transplantation — the transfer of gut bacteria from a healthy donor to a patient — has shown remarkable success in treating certain infections. Researchers are now investigating its potential for conditions such as ulcerative colitis, autism spectrum disorders, and even obesity. Personalized nutrition, based on an individual’s unique microbiome profile, is another emerging field.

However, the science is still young, and many microbiome-based products currently marketed to consumers lack rigorous evidence. Probiotic supplements, for instance, vary widely in quality and composition, and their effects are often modest at best. The most robust advice, for now, remains deceptively simple: eat a varied diet rich in plants, fermented foods, and fiber — which happens to be good advice for health in general.

Question 88: According to the passage, what is the “gut-brain axis”?

(A) The physical connection between the stomach and the head via the spinal cord (B) A bidirectional communication network linking the gut and brain via neural, hormonal, and immune pathways (C) A surgical procedure that connects the gut directly to the brain (D) A theory that the brain controls all digestive functions without feedback from the gut

Question 89: What is the most powerful factor shaping the gut microbiome?

(A) Genetics inherited from parents (B) Diet — what we eat on a regular basis (C) The climate and weather of where we live (D) The amount of exercise we get each week

Question 90: According to the passage, what is the most reliable current advice for maintaining a healthy gut microbiome?

(A) Take the most expensive probiotic supplements available on the market (B) Undergo fecal microbiota transplantation as a preventive measure (C) Eat a varied diet rich in plants, fermented foods, and fiber (D) Take antibiotics regularly to eliminate harmful gut bacteria

第三部分：寫作測驗（Writing）

Part 1：中譯英（Chinese-to-English Translation）

說明： 請將以下中文句子翻譯成英文。參考答案僅供參考，可以有不同的翻譯方式，但要符合英文慣用表達。

Question 91

近年來，越來越多的台灣年輕人選擇到海外工作或求學，以拓展他們的國際視野。

參考詞彙：increasing number of / overseas / broaden / international perspective

參考答案：In recent years, an increasing number of young Taiwanese people have chosen to work or study overseas in order to broaden their international perspectives.

Question 92

儘管這項研究結果仍存在爭議，但無可否認的是，它為這個領域開闢了新的研究方向。

參考詞彙：controversial / undeniable / open up / research direction

參考答案：Although the findings of this study remain controversial, it is undeniable that it has opened up new research directions in this field.

Question 93

政府應該在經濟發展與環境保護之間取得平衡，以確保永續發展。

參考詞彙：strike a balance / between / ensure / sustainable development

參考答案：The government should strike a balance between economic development and environmental protection in order to ensure sustainable development.

Question 94

這家科技公司之所以能夠在競爭激烈的市場中脫穎而出，主要歸功於其持續創新的能力。

參考詞彙：stand out / competitive market / attribute…to / capacity for innovation

參考答案：The reason this technology company has been able to stand out in the highly competitive market is mainly attributed to its capacity for continuous innovation.

Question 95

許多心理學家認為，培養成長型思維對於一個人的長期成功至關重要。

參考詞彙：psychologist / cultivate / growth mindset / crucial / long-term success

參考答案：Many psychologists believe that cultivating a growth mindset is crucial to a person’s long-term success.

Part 2：引導寫作（Guided Writing）

說明： 請根據以下提示，寫一篇約 150-200 字的英文短文。參考答案僅為範例。

題目：The Pros and Cons of Remote Work

近年來遠距工作（remote work）越來越普遍，特別是在疫情之後。請撰寫一篇短文討論遠距工作的優缺點，並說明你個人偏好哪種工作模式以及原因。

大綱建議：

簡介遠距工作的興起
優點（至少兩點，如省去通勤時間、時間彈性等）
缺點（至少兩點，如缺乏社交互動、工作與生活界線模糊等）
你個人的偏好與理由

參考答案（約 190 字）：

The rise of remote work, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, has fundamentally altered the traditional workplace. While this shift offers clear advantages, it also brings significant challenges.

On the positive side, remote work eliminates the daily commute, saving employees both time and money. It also provides greater flexibility, allowing individuals to structure their work hours around personal responsibilities and peak productivity periods. Furthermore, companies can reduce their office-related expenses and access a global talent pool unrestricted by geography.

However, remote work is not without its drawbacks. The lack of face-to-face interaction can lead to feelings of isolation and make spontaneous collaboration more difficult. Many remote workers also report struggling with blurred boundaries between work and personal life — when the office is at home, it becomes harder to mentally “leave work.” Additionally, career advancement may be affected, as remote employees sometimes have less visibility within the organization.

Personally, I prefer a hybrid model that combines the best of both worlds. Working from home two or three days a week allows me to enjoy the flexibility and focus of remote work while still maintaining meaningful connections with colleagues through in-person days. I believe this balanced approach is likely to become the dominant work model for knowledge workers in the years ahead.

第四部分：口說測驗（Speaking）

Part 1：朗讀（Reading Aloud）

說明： 請朗讀以下短文，注意發音、語調和意群斷句。

朗讀短文：

“The relationship between technology and society has never been a simple one. Each major technological advance — from the printing press to the internet — has been met with a mixture of optimism and anxiety. Proponents celebrate the democratization of knowledge and the expansion of human capability. Critics warn of unintended consequences: the erosion of privacy, the disruption of industries, the reshaping of human relationships in ways we cannot fully anticipate. What makes our current moment particularly challenging is the pace of change. Previous generations had decades to adapt to new technologies. Today, tools that were cutting-edge five years ago are already becoming obsolete. The question is not whether we should embrace or reject technological progress — that debate has been settled by history. The real question is whether we can develop the social institutions, ethical frameworks, and personal habits to ensure that technology serves human flourishing rather than undermines it.”

發音重點：

relationship：/rɪˈleɪʃənʃɪp/，四個音節，注意 /ʃ/ 的發音位置
democratization：/dɪˌmɑːkrətəˈzeɪʃən/，六個音節，重音在第五音節
unintended：/ˌʌnɪnˈtendɪd/，四個音節，注意兩次 /n/ 的發音
anticipate：/ænˈtɪsɪpeɪt/，四個音節，注意 /æ/ 要張大嘴巴
flourishing：/ˈflɜːrɪʃɪŋ/，三個音節，注意 /ɜːr/ 是長母音

Part 2：回答問題（Question Response）

說明： 請用 3-5 句完整的英文回答以下問題。回答需要有深度，展示批判性思考能力。

Question 1: What do you think are the most important qualities of an effective leader?

參考答案：I believe the most important qualities of an effective leader are integrity, empathy, and decisiveness. Integrity builds trust — without trust, no amount of strategic brilliance can motivate a team. Empathy allows a leader to understand the perspectives and needs of team members, which is essential for resolving conflicts and maintaining morale. Decisiveness, the ability to make tough decisions under pressure with incomplete information, is what separates leaders who achieve results from those who merely talk about them. However, I would add that good leaders also need intellectual humility — the willingness to admit when they are wrong and learn from feedback.

Question 2: How do you think climate change will affect the daily lives of your generation?

參考答案：Climate change will affect my generation in increasingly tangible ways. We are already experiencing more frequent and intense extreme weather events — typhoons, heatwaves, and flooding — which disrupt daily life and damage infrastructure. In the long term, I expect rising food prices as agricultural conditions become more unpredictable, increased migration as some coastal areas become uninhabitable, and higher energy costs as we transition away from fossil fuels. On a more personal level, I think my generation will need to make lifestyle adjustments that previous generations took for granted, such as being more mindful of water and energy consumption and reconsidering the environmental cost of international travel.

Question 3: What role should universities play in preparing students for an uncertain future job market?

參考答案：Universities need to shift from being repositories of fixed knowledge to being platforms for developing adaptable skills. Rather than focusing primarily on discipline-specific content that may become obsolete, universities should emphasize skills that transcend any single field: critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, effective communication across media, and the ability to learn independently. Additionally, universities should facilitate more interdisciplinary collaboration, because the problems students will face — climate change, AI ethics, public health crises — do not fit neatly within academic departments. Finally, universities should build stronger bridges to industry through internships and project-based partnerships, not to turn universities into vocational schools, but to ensure that academic learning remains connected to real-world application.

Question 4: Do you agree that money cannot buy happiness? Why or why not?

參考答案：I think the relationship between money and happiness is more nuanced than the simple statement suggests. Research consistently shows that money does increase happiness up to a point — when basic needs for food, shelter, healthcare, and security are met, additional income has diminishing returns on emotional well-being. Beyond that threshold, the way money is spent matters more than the amount. Spending on experiences rather than possessions, on others rather than oneself, and on buying back time — such as paying for services that reduce stress — tends to produce more lasting satisfaction. So I would rephrase the statement: money cannot directly purchase happiness, but used wisely, it can create conditions that make happiness more accessible.

Question 5: What is your opinion on the growing influence of algorithms and artificial intelligence in our daily decision-making?

參考答案：I have mixed feelings about this trend. On one hand, algorithms can make genuinely helpful recommendations — from suggesting a movie I might enjoy to optimizing traffic routes. In domains like medical diagnosis, AI can sometimes detect patterns that human experts miss, which is a clear benefit. However, I am concerned about the subtle erosion of autonomy. When algorithms increasingly decide what news we see, what products we consider, and even who we date, we risk living in increasingly narrow information bubbles. Worse, these systems optimize for engagement, not for our well-being. I believe we need much stronger transparency requirements — users should know when and how algorithms are shaping their choices, and they should have meaningful options to opt out or adjust the parameters of these systems.

Question 6: How should society address the problem of an aging population in Taiwan?

參考答案：Taiwan’s aging population is one of its most pressing social challenges. I believe the solution requires action on multiple fronts simultaneously. First, the government needs to invest more in elder care infrastructure — not just nursing homes, but community-based care models that allow the elderly to age in place with dignity. Second, we need to rethink workforce participation. This means both encouraging healthy older adults to remain engaged through flexible or part-time work, and creating visa pathways for qualified caregivers from other countries. Third, there should be stronger incentives for families to have children, though I am cautious about how effective financial incentives alone can be — countries like Japan and South Korea have offered generous benefits without reversing declining birth rates. Ultimately, I think the cultural dimension is as important as the policy dimension: we need to strengthen intergenerational bonds and move away from a model where the elderly are seen as a burden rather than a resource.

Question 7: What do you think makes a piece of art truly great? Can greatness be objectively measured?

参考答案：This is a question that philosophers and art critics have debated for centuries. I am skeptical that artistic greatness can be objectively measured in any rigorous sense. Historical context plays too large a role — an artwork that seems unremarkable today may have been revolutionary in its time, and vice versa. Similarly, cultural values heavily influence what we consider great. The Western canon, for instance, has historically excluded or marginalized art from non-Western traditions not because of inferior quality but because of biased gatekeeping. That said, I think certain qualities contribute to lasting artistic value: technical mastery, emotional resonance, intellectual depth, and the capacity to reward repeated engagement. The greatest art, in my view, is work that continues to reveal new layers of meaning long after the first encounter.

Question 8: Some people believe that competition is the key to success, while others argue that cooperation is more important. What is your view?

参考答案：I believe this is a false dichotomy. In reality, competition and cooperation are not opposites but complementary forces that drive human achievement. Competition can be a powerful motivator — it pushes individuals and organizations to innovate, to question complacency, and to strive for excellence. However, unchecked competition without a framework of cooperation produces toxic results. Consider the scientific community: researchers compete fiercely for grants, publications, and recognition, but the entire enterprise depends on cooperation through peer review, open data sharing, and collaborative projects that no single lab could accomplish alone. I think the healthiest environments — whether in business, academia, or sports — are those that foster what might be called “cooperative competition,” where rivals push each other to improve while respecting shared rules and common goals.

Question 9: What advice would you give to someone who is about to enter university and is unsure about what to study?

参考答案：First, I would tell them that uncertainty is completely normal and perhaps even healthy at that stage. The pressure to choose a definitive path at 18 or 19 is unrealistic. Second, I would encourage them to use the first year to explore broadly — take courses in fields they are curious about but know little about. Many students discover their passions in unexpected places. Third, I would suggest they talk to upperclassmen, professors, and professionals about what different fields actually involve day to day, because the reality of working in a field often differs significantly from studying it. Finally, I would remind them that a major is not a life sentence. Many people end up in careers quite different from what they studied. The most important outcome of a university education is not the specific content knowledge acquired, but the habits of mind — the ability to learn, analyze, and communicate — that apply across all fields.

Question 10: Do you think it is ethical for scientists to genetically modify human embryos? Why or why not?

参考答案：This is an extraordinarily complex ethical question where I find myself holding a nuanced position. I believe there is a meaningful distinction between therapeutic genetic modification — correcting genes that cause severe, life-threatening diseases — and enhancement modification — altering genes to give a child advantages in intelligence, appearance, or athletic ability. Therapeutic modification, if proven safe and effective, has a strong ethical case: preventing a child from being born with a devastating genetic disease is consistent with the medical principle of reducing suffering. Enhancement modification, however, opens a door to a future I find deeply troubling. It risks creating a genetic underclass and turning children into products designed to parental specifications. That said, the boundary between therapy and enhancement is often blurrier in practice than in theory. Because of the profound consequences of getting this wrong, I believe any genetic modification of human embryos should proceed with extreme caution, under strict international regulatory frameworks, and only after broad public deliberation — not just scientific consensus.

Part 3：看圖申論（Picture-Based Discussion）

說明： 請觀察以下圖表／情境並回答問題。每題需給出有分析深度的回答。

情境描述： 一張圖表顯示 2015 年至 2025 年台灣社群媒體使用率的變化。2015 年約 60% 的人口使用社群媒體，2020 年上升到 80%，2025 年達到 88%。45 歲以上族群的使用率從 2015 年的 35% 大幅上升到 2025 年的 72%。同時，一項調查顯示 65% 的台灣青少年每天使用社群媒體超過 4 小時，且其中 48% 表示曾經因為社群媒體上的內容而感到焦慮或自我懷疑。

分析問題：

Question A: What trends do you observe in the data regarding social media use in Taiwan? What do you think are the main drivers behind these trends?

参考答案：The data reveals two striking trends. The first is the near-universal adoption of social media, rising from 60% to 88% over a decade. This suggests that social media has transitioned from being an optional supplement to social life to being a near-essential infrastructure for communication, information, and commerce. The second trend, which I find particularly significant, is the dramatic increase in adoption among the 45+ age group — from 35% to 72%. This represents a generational shift in digital literacy and suggests that parents and children now inhabit the same digital spaces to an unprecedented degree.

The main drivers behind these trends, in my view, include the proliferation of affordable smartphones and mobile data plans, the integration of social media with essential services (such as messaging, news, and even government communications), and the network effect — the more people use these platforms, the harder it becomes to opt out without being socially excluded. The pandemic almost certainly accelerated these trends by making digital interaction the primary mode of connection during lockdown periods.

Question B: The survey indicates that 48% of Taiwanese teenagers have experienced anxiety or self-doubt because of social media content. What do you believe are the underlying causes, and what steps can society take to address this issue?

参考答案：The underlying causes are multi-layered. At the individual level, social media presents a constant stream of curated, often idealized representations of others’ lives, which invites unfavorable social comparison. Teenagers, whose identities are still forming, are particularly vulnerable to measuring their self-worth against these unrealistic benchmarks. At the platform level, the algorithms that determine what content users see are designed to maximize engagement, and emotionally charged content — including content that triggers anxiety and insecurity — tends to generate more engagement than neutral content. At the societal level, many teenagers lack the media literacy skills to critically evaluate what they see online or to recognize that social media content is performative rather than documentary.

Addressing this requires action on multiple fronts. Schools should integrate media literacy and digital well-being into the curriculum, teaching students not just how to use technology but how to use it in ways that support rather than undermine their mental health. Parents need to model healthy digital habits themselves and create spaces for open conversations about online experiences. At the regulatory level, I believe platforms should be required to provide greater transparency about their algorithmic systems and to give users, especially young users, more control over how content is curated for them. These steps will not eliminate the problem, but they can help reduce its severity.

Question C: How do you think the increasing integration of social media into daily life will change the nature of human relationships in the next 20 years?

参考答案：I believe the next 20 years will see a deepening of trends already underway, though the form they take may evolve in unexpected directions. First, I expect the distinction between “online” and “offline” relationships will continue to blur. We are moving toward a world where relationships are inherently hybrid — maintained through a combination of in-person interaction, messaging, video calls, and shared digital experiences. The COVID pandemic showed that meaningful relationships can be sustained primarily through digital means for extended periods.

However, I also foresee a counter-movement. As more people experience digital fatigue or recognize the shallowness of purely online social interaction, there may be a renewed premium on in-person connection. We already see this in the growing popularity of board game cafes, in-person hobby groups, and “digital detox” retreats. People are beginning to recognize that what they gain in convenience from digital communication, they often lose in depth.

In the professional realm, social media has already blurred the boundary between personal and professional identity. This will likely intensify, raising new questions about privacy, authenticity, and the psychological cost of maintaining a public persona. Ultimately, I think the future of human relationships depends less on technology itself than on the social norms we develop around it. Technology provides affordances but does not determine outcomes. The question is whether we will be intentional about shaping how we use these tools or simply drift with their defaults.

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# Answer Key

Listening

Part 1: 問答

Q	Answer	Q	Answer	Q	Answer
1	B	6	B	11	B
2	B	7	B	12	B
3	B	8	B	13	B
4	B	9	B	14	B
5	B	10	B	15	B

Part 2: 簡短對話

Q	Answer	Q	Answer	Q	Answer	Q	Answer
16	B	19	B	22	B	25	B
17	B	20	B	23	B	26	B
18	B	21	C	24	B	27	B
—	—	—	—	28	A	29	B
—	—	—	—	30	B	—	—

Part 3: 簡短獨白

Q	Answer	Q	Answer	Q	Answer
31	B	36	B	41	B
32	B	37	B	42	B
33	C	38	B	43	B
34	B	39	C	44	C
35	B	40	C	45	B

Reading

Q	Answer	Q	Answer	Q	Answer	Q	Answer
46	A	56	B	66	A	76	B
47	B	57	B	67	C	77	C
48	B	58	A	68	D	78	B
49	C	59	A	69	A	79	B
50	B	60	A	70	B	80	B
51	C	61	A	71	A	81	C
52	B	62	C	72	A	82	B
53	C	63	A	73	B	83	B
54	C	64	A	74	C	84	C
55	B	65	B	75	C	85	B
—	—	—	—	—	—	86	B
—	—	—	—	—	—	87	C
—	—	—	—	—	—	88	B
—	—	—	—	—	—	89	B
—	—	—	—	—	—	90	C

解鎖內容

GEPT-中高級-Mock-1

GEPT 中高級全真模擬試題 Mock 1

第一部分：聽力測驗（Listening Comprehension）

Part 1：問答（Question-Response）

Part 2：簡短對話（Short Conversations）

Part 3：簡短獨白（Short Talks）

第二部分：閱讀測驗（Reading Comprehension）

Part 1：詞彙和結構（Vocabulary & Structure）

Part 2：段落填空（Cloze Test）

Part 3：閱讀理解（Reading Comprehension）

第三部分：寫作測驗（Writing）

Part 1：中譯英（Chinese-to-English Translation）

Part 2：引導寫作（Guided Writing）

第四部分：口說測驗（Speaking）

Part 1：朗讀（Reading Aloud）

Part 2：回答問題（Question Response）

Part 3：看圖申論（Picture-Based Discussion）

Listening

Part 1: 問答

Part 2: 簡短對話

Part 3: 簡短獨白

Reading

關係圖譜

目錄

Q	Answer	Q	Answer	Q	Answer	Q	Answer
16	B	19	B	22	B	25	B
17	B	20	B	23	B	26	B
18	B	21	C	24	B	27	B
—	—	—	—	28	A	29	B
—	—	—	—	30	B	—	—

Q	Answer	Q	Answer	Q	Answer	Q	Answer
46	A	56	B	66	A	76	B
47	B	57	B	67	C	77	C
48	B	58	A	68	D	78	B
49	C	59	A	69	A	79	B
50	B	60	A	70	B	80	B
51	C	61	A	71	A	81	C
52	B	62	C	72	A	82	B
53	C	63	A	73	B	83	B
54	C	64	A	74	C	84	C
55	B	65	B	75	C	85	B
—	—	—	—	—	—	86	B
—	—	—	—	—	—	87	C
—	—	—	—	—	—	88	B
—	—	—	—	—	—	89	B
—	—	—	—	—	—	90	C

Q	Answer	Q	Answer	Q	Answer	Q	Answer
16	B	19	B	22	B	25	B
17	B	20	B	23	B	26	B
18	B	21	C	24	B	27	B
—	—	—	—	28	A	29	B
—	—	—	—	30	B	—	—

Q	Answer	Q	Answer	Q	Answer	Q	Answer
46	A	56	B	66	A	76	B
47	B	57	B	67	C	77	C
48	B	58	A	68	D	78	B
49	C	59	A	69	A	79	B
50	B	60	A	70	B	80	B
51	C	61	A	71	A	81	C
52	B	62	C	72	A	82	B
53	C	63	A	73	B	83	B
54	C	64	A	74	C	84	C
55	B	65	B	75	C	85	B
—	—	—	—	—	—	86	B
—	—	—	—	—	—	87	C
—	—	—	—	—	—	88	B
—	—	—	—	—	—	89	B
—	—	—	—	—	—	90	C

GEPT-中高級-Mock-1

GEPT 中高級 全真模擬試題 Mock 1

第一部分：聽力測驗（Listening Comprehension）

Part 1：問答（Question-Response）

Part 2：簡短對話（Short Conversations）

Part 3：簡短獨白（Short Talks）

第二部分：閱讀測驗（Reading Comprehension）

Part 1：詞彙和結構（Vocabulary & Structure）

Part 2：段落填空（Cloze Test）

Part 3：閱讀理解（Reading Comprehension）

第三部分：寫作測驗（Writing）

Part 1：中譯英（Chinese-to-English Translation）

Part 2：引導寫作（Guided Writing）

第四部分：口說測驗（Speaking）

Part 1：朗讀（Reading Aloud）

Part 2：回答問題（Question Response）

Part 3：看圖申論（Picture-Based Discussion）

Listening

Part 1: 問答

Part 2: 簡短對話

Part 3: 簡短獨白

Reading

威威學習信

關係圖譜

目錄

GEPT 中高級全真模擬試題 Mock 1

Q	Answer	Q	Answer	Q	Answer	Q	Answer
16	B	19	B	22	B	25	B
17	B	20	B	23	B	26	B
18	B	21	C	24	B	27	B
—	—	—	—	28	A	29	B
—	—	—	—	30	B	—	—

Q	Answer	Q	Answer	Q	Answer	Q	Answer
46	A	56	B	66	A	76	B
47	B	57	B	67	C	77	C
48	B	58	A	68	D	78	B
49	C	59	A	69	A	79	B
50	B	60	A	70	B	80	B
51	C	61	A	71	A	81	C
52	B	62	C	72	A	82	B
53	C	63	A	73	B	83	B
54	C	64	A	74	C	84	C
55	B	65	B	75	C	85	B
—	—	—	—	—	—	86	B
—	—	—	—	—	—	87	C
—	—	—	—	—	—	88	B
—	—	—	—	—	—	89	B
—	—	—	—	—	—	90	C