【評論主題】【題組】17. (A) lenient (B) apoplectic (C) fervid (D) empirical
【評論內容】
(A) lenient: means mild, forgiving, or indulgent, and would not fit the context of the passage. (B) apoplectic: means extremely angry, and this would fit the context of the conservationists being filled with rage. (C) fervid: means having or showing intense and passionate feeling, but it is not as extreme as being apoplectic. (D) empirical: means based on observation or experience, which is not relevant to the topic of the conservationists' reaction.
Therefore, the answer is B, apoplectic, because the conservationists are described as being extremely angry about the plan to mine in the seabed.
【評論主題】【題組】20. (A) impasse (B) rancor (C) advent (D) overdrive
【評論內容】
(A) Impasse: an impasse is a situation in which no progress is possible, typically because of disagreement. (B) Rancor: Rancor is feelings of hatred or anger that last a long time. (C) Advent: Advent refers to the arrival or start of something important. (D) Overdrive: Overdrive is a condition of increased activity or speed, especially one that is excessive or intense.
The correct answer is D, Overdrive, because it best describes the current situation of scientists and engineers working on optimizing batteries in terms of capability, durability, and sustainability. They are working at an increased activity or speed, especially one that is excessive or intense.
【評論主題】【題組】19. (A) doldrums (B) rebates (C) supersedes (D) benedictions
【評論內容】
(A) Doldrums: This term refers to a period of inactivity, boredom, or depression. It is not related to the incentive program mentioned in the text.
(B) Rebates: This term refers to a return of a portion of the original price of a product, usually in the form of a discount. This is the correct option because the text mentions that consumers are incentivized to turn in their batteries to manufacturers through "rebates or cash incentives".
(C) Supersedes: This term refers to replacing something with a newer or better version. It is not related to the incentive program mentioned in the text.
(D) Benedictions: This term refers to a formal blessing or expression of good wishes. It is not related to the incentive program mentioned in the text.
Therefore, the correct answer is B (Rebates).
【評論主題】Part III Discourse Analysis 10% Top Gun was a huge success with audiences, but how did the mo
【評論內容】
C 選項是正確答案，因為文章中提到 Top Gun 是 1986 年上映且在影院上映時受到觀眾的熱烈歡迎。因此，這選項是與文章內容最符合的答案。
A 選項說明了 Top Gun 對美國海軍的招募率產生了實際的影響，但沒有提到影響的程度是預期的或是巨大的，所以不是正確答案。
B 選項是與文章內容無關的，因此不是正確答案。
D 選項說明了美國海軍的策略得到了回報，但沒有具體數字，所以不是正確答案。
E 選項說明了 Top Gun 的成功對美國海軍的招募率產生了影響，但沒有提到影響的程度是大的，所以不是正確答案。
【評論主題】【題組】18. (A) battened down the hatches (B) took up the cudgels(C) pasted over the cracks (D) tweaked
【評論內容】
B. took up the cudgels The phrase "take up the cudgels" means to fight or defend a cause or issue, usually in a determined and aggressive manner. In this context, the conservationists are fighting against the plan to mine in the seabed because they believe it would have negative consequences on the deep-sea ecosystems and biodiversity. This phrase accurately describes their opposition to the mining plan and their determination to defend their stance.
Option A, "battened down the hatches," refers to preparing for a storm or difficult situation by securing loose objects and covering openings. This phrase does not accurately describe the conservationists' opposition to the mining plan.
Option C, "pasted over the cracks," means to cover up or hide problems or flaws. This phrase does not accurately describe the conservationists' stance on the mining plan.
Option D, "tweaked their hamstrings," refers to a minor injury or strain to the muscles in the back of the thigh. This phrase does not accurately describe the conservationists' opposition to the mining plan.
【評論主題】【題組】17. (A) lenient (B) apoplectic (C) fervid (D) empirical
【評論內容】
(A) lenient: means mild, forgiving, or indulgent, and would not fit the context of the passage. (B) apoplectic: means extremely angry, and this would fit the context of the conservationists being filled with rage. (C) fervid: means having or showing intense and passionate feeling, but it is not as extreme as being apoplectic. (D) empirical: means based on observation or experience, which is not relevant to the topic of the conservationists' reaction.
Therefore, the answer is B, apoplectic, because the conservationists are described as being extremely angry about the plan to mine in the seabed.
【評論主題】【題組】16. (A) zenith (B) trough (C) deficit (D) fanfare
【評論內容】
(A) Zenith: The highest point or peak of achievement, development, or prosperity. (B) Trough: A low point or minimum period in the development or fortunes of a particular thing. (C) Deficit: A shortage or deficiency, especially a financial one. (D) Fanfare: A showy, spectacular display, especially one intended to attract attention or acclaim.
由於文中提到cobalt市場將在2027陷入困境，且只能依靠開採與回收來滿足需求，故答案選C表示缺乏，即缺乏需求量的cobalt.
【評論主題】【題組】19. (A) doldrums (B) rebates (C) supersedes (D) benedictions
【評論內容】
(A) Doldrums: This term refers to a period of inactivity, boredom, or depression. It is not related to the incentive program mentioned in the text.
(B) Rebates: This term refers to a return of a portion of the original price of a product, usually in the form of a discount. This is the correct option because the text mentions that consumers are incentivized to turn in their batteries to manufacturers through "rebates or cash incentives".
(C) Supersedes: This term refers to replacing something with a newer or better version. It is not related to the incentive program mentioned in the text.
(D) Benedictions: This term refers to a formal blessing or expression of good wishes. It is not related to the incentive program mentioned in the text.
Therefore, the correct answer is B (Rebates).
【評論主題】【題組】20. (A) impasse (B) rancor (C) advent (D) overdrive
【評論內容】
(A) Impasse: an impasse is a situation in which no progress is possible, typically because of disagreement. (B) Rancor: Rancor is feelings of hatred or anger that last a long time. (C) Advent: Advent refers to the arrival or start of something important. (D) Overdrive: Overdrive is a condition of increased activity or speed, especially one that is excessive or intense.
The correct answer is D, Overdrive, because it best describes the current situation of scientists and engineers working on optimizing batteries in terms of capability, durability, and sustainability. They are working at an increased activity or speed, especially one that is excessive or intense.
【評論主題】【題組】18. (A) battened down the hatches (B) took up the cudgels(C) pasted over the cracks (D) tweaked
【評論內容】
B. took up the cudgels The phrase "take up the cudgels" means to fight or defend a cause or issue, usually in a determined and aggressive manner. In this context, the conservationists are fighting against the plan to mine in the seabed because they believe it would have negative consequences on the deep-sea ecosystems and biodiversity. This phrase accurately describes their opposition to the mining plan and their determination to defend their stance.
Option A, "battened down the hatches," refers to preparing for a storm or difficult situation by securing loose objects and covering openings. This phrase does not accurately describe the conservationists' opposition to the mining plan.
Option C, "pasted over the cracks," means to cover up or hide problems or flaws. This phrase does not accurately describe the conservationists' stance on the mining plan.
Option D, "tweaked their hamstrings," refers to a minor injury or strain to the muscles in the back of the thigh. This phrase does not accurately describe the conservationists' opposition to the mining plan.
【評論主題】【題組】17. (A) lenient (B) apoplectic (C) fervid (D) empirical
【評論內容】
(A) lenient: means mild, forgiving, or indulgent, and would not fit the context of the passage. (B) apoplectic: means extremely angry, and this would fit the context of the conservationists being filled with rage. (C) fervid: means having or showing intense and passionate feeling, but it is not as extreme as being apoplectic. (D) empirical: means based on observation or experience, which is not relevant to the topic of the conservationists' reaction.
Therefore, the answer is B, apoplectic, because the conservationists are described as being extremely angry about the plan to mine in the seabed.
【評論主題】【題組】17. (A) lenient (B) apoplectic (C) fervid (D) empirical
【評論內容】
(A) lenient: means mild, forgiving, or indulgent, and would not fit the context of the passage. (B) apoplectic: means extremely angry, and this would fit the context of the conservationists being filled with rage. (C) fervid: means having or showing intense and passionate feeling, but it is not as extreme as being apoplectic. (D) empirical: means based on observation or experience, which is not relevant to the topic of the conservationists' reaction.
Therefore, the answer is B, apoplectic, because the conservationists are described as being extremely angry about the plan to mine in the seabed.
【評論主題】【題組】16. (A) zenith (B) trough (C) deficit (D) fanfare
【評論內容】
(A) Zenith: The highest point or peak of achievement, development, or prosperity. (B) Trough: A low point or minimum period in the development or fortunes of a particular thing. (C) Deficit: A shortage or deficiency, especially a financial one. (D) Fanfare: A showy, spectacular display, especially one intended to attract attention or acclaim.
由於文中提到cobalt市場將在2027陷入困境，且只能依靠開採與回收來滿足需求，故答案選C表示缺乏，即缺乏需求量的cobalt.
【評論主題】Part III Discourse Analysis 10% Top Gun was a huge success with audiences, but how did the mo
【評論內容】
C 選項是正確答案，因為文章中提到 Top Gun 是 1986 年上映且在影院上映時受到觀眾的熱烈歡迎。因此，這選項是與文章內容最符合的答案。
A 選項說明了 Top Gun 對美國海軍的招募率產生了實際的影響，但沒有提到影響的程度是預期的或是巨大的，所以不是正確答案。
B 選項是與文章內容無關的，因此不是正確答案。
D 選項說明了美國海軍的策略得到了回報，但沒有具體數字，所以不是正確答案。
E 選項說明了 Top Gun 的成功對美國海軍的招募率產生了影響，但沒有提到影響的程度是大的，所以不是正確答案。
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