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年公務人員特種考試警察人員、一般警察人員、
國家安全局國家安全情報人員及移民行政人員考試試題
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國家安全情報人員考試
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三等考試
類科組別
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政經組（選試英文）、情報組（選試英文）、國際組（選試英文）、
資訊組（選試英文）
科 目
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外國文（英文）
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甲、申論題部分：（50 分）
不必抄題，作答時請將試題題號及答案依照順序寫在申論試卷上，於本試題上作答者，不予計分。
請以藍、黑色鋼筆或原子筆在申論試卷上作答。
一、英譯中：請將以下文章翻譯成中文（20 分）
International fraud is a growing concern in today’s interconnected world.
With the rapid advancement of the technology and global financial
systems, criminals have found new avenues to perpetrate fraudulent
activities across borders, exploiting vulnerabilities and loopholes in
international regulations. International fraud encompasses a wide range of
deceptive practices, including identity theft, money laundering, investment
scams, and cyber fraud. These schemes often involve complex networks
of individuals and organizations operating in multiple jurisdictions,
making it challenging for law enforcement agencies to investigate and
prosecute offenders effectively.
In a world where borders are increasingly porous, combating international
fraud demands a proactive and unified approach. To effectively combat
international fraud, there is an urgent need for enhanced international
cooperation, harmonized legal frameworks, increased resource allocation,
and the development of innovative strategies that can keep pace with
evolving criminal tactics.
二、英文寫作：請根據以下指示寫一篇英文作文（30 分）
Cybersecurity has become a critical concern for national security, aligning
with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 16: Peace,
Justice, and Strong Institutions. Write an essay to discuss the role of
investigators in countering cyber threats and protecting sensitive digital
assets, and how their work contributes to achieving SDG 16.
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本試題為單一選擇題，請選出一個正確或最適當答案。
共40題，每題1.25分，須用2B鉛筆在試卡上依題號清楚劃記，於本試題或申論試卷上作答者，不予計分。
1 AI technologies can provide highly precise insights into market trends, which allow companies to
stay ahead of and well prepare for a dynamic market.
competitors participants collectors programmers
2 The more public transportation is used, the smaller a city’s carbon footprint is. This is because public
transportation uses less .
vapor space fuel distance
3 Vehicle cybersecurity is essential because autonomous cars must with one another to share
information for them to be safe.
communicate motivate contribute manufacture
4 Placed strategically throughout the house, certain good luck plants are believed to bring
prosperity, , health and more.
closure invitation fortune exchange
5 According to WHO, over seven hundred million people lack to clean water, meaning they
are exposed to higher risks of diseases.
effort attempt engagement access
6 Taipei 101’s ability to the recent 7.4 magnitude earthquake lies in its use of reinforced
concrete, a material renowned for its strength and flexibility.
withstand eliminate minimize illustrate
7 Multiple days of heavy rains had flooded this city, so a team of rescuers was dispatched to
residents trapped by rising waters.
export exclude evacuate evaluate
8 It is estimated that by 2025, data centers will consume 20% of the world’s energy supply; it is thus
urgent to adopt energy solutions.
sustainable portable controversial functional
9 Ecotourism is designed to a natural area’s vulnerable ecosystem, so it should allow visitors
to experience the beauty of a destination without causing damage to it.
disregard relocate compete safeguard
10 Criminology states that criminality is inherited; studies show that a significant number of
youths have criminal fathers.
muscular superficial delinquent proficient
11 Measures are being taken to stop employment agencies foreign workers.
exploiting advocating encountering accelerating
12 Volcanoes are mountains that sometimes spurt out burning ash, gas, and hot .
saliva lama yak lava
13 After spending a fortune on a concert ticket, Irene was furious to find that the ticket was a .
counterpart counteract counter-argument counterfeit
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14 Harrier fighter planes have been “jump jets” because they can take off straight up into the
air.
nicknamed falsified eliminated neutralized
15 DNA collected from chewing gum led to arrest and in a 1980 cold case murder.
villain forgery genocide conviction
16 No one was sure if Adam could handle the pressure of making a public speech, but he to the
occasion and did an excellent job.
rolled arose rose raised
17 The night before a big trip is the perfect time to tie up ends, finishing any last-minute
packing, and getting ready for the trip.
loose loosen lost lose
18 A bridge collapsed after a massive cargo ship veered and struck the bridge.
on duty off duty of course off course
19 Though eventually reaching the top of Mt. Everest, Jamling had to have two of his toes due
to bad bleeding and frostbite.
expedited amputated gratified impeded
20 The rising pop music star has shown a promising upward career .
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請依下文回答第 21 題至第 25 題
Is migration good for the economy? Migration is a feature of social and economic life across many
countries, but the profile of migrant populations varies considerably. In part this is because of the variety
of 21 of migration. For example, in Australia, Canada, and New Zealand, managed labor migration
plays an important role. Other sources include family and humanitarian migration. Whatever its source,
migration has important impacts on our societies.
Benefit or burden –what’s the reality? To answer this question, it can be helpful to look at migration’s
impact in two areas – the labor market and economic growth. In the labor markets, migrants have played
a significant role, particularly in the United States and Europe. Over the past decade, they have 22 47%
of the workforce increase in the United States and an even higher 70% in Europe. These migrants are not
just filling roles but are occupying important niches in both fast-growing and declining sectors of the
economy. 23 their impact on labor markets, migrants also significantly contribute to economic
growth.Migration leadstoanincreaseintheworking-agepopulation,therebyprovidinga boosttotheeconomy.
Moreover, migrants are known to contribute to technological progress. Their unique perspectives and
experiences can lead to innovative solutions and advancements, further driving economic 24 .
Understanding these impacts is important if our societies are to usefully debate the role of
migration. The fundamental question of how to maximize the benefits of migration, both for host
countries and the 25 themselves, needs to be addressed by many countries in coming decades,
especially as rapid population ageing increases demand for migrants to make up shortfalls in the
workforce.
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請依下文回答第 26 題至第 30 題
Too many people in corporate America, working five days a week—Monday to Friday, 9 to 5—
feels as 26 as brushing their teeth. But it wasn’t always that way. In the late 1800s, a full-time
manufacturing worker could easily spend 100 hours per week on the job. It wasn’t until around 1940, after
a concerted push from labor unions, that the 40-hour workweek became standard in the U.S. Now, almost
a century later, there’s growing momentum for an even more 27 schedule. Pilot studies on working
four days a week have been conducted in countries including the U.K., Spain, Portugal, and South Africa.
The findings suggest that shorter workweeks can help employees reduce burnout, mange stress, get more
sleep and exercise, spend additional quality time with loved ones, and feel all-around happier and
healthier. Employers also reap 28 , including lower rates of turnover and absenteeism. The study in
Spain even tracked a drop in fuel emissions due to fewer commuting trips.
Additional trials are underway in countries including Germany, Brazil, and the Dominican Republic.
Much of the research on shorter workweeks has been done by advocacy groups like 4 Day Week Global.
Independent surveys, like one conducted by Gallup in 2022, sometimes show a more complex picture. In
the Gallup survey, people who worked four days a week were slightly more likely to report feeling burned
out, compared to those with traditional schedules—potentially because they had to 29 the same
amount of work into less time. That result is in direct 30 with the results of pilot studies run by
groups like 4 Day Week Global; in fact, the group identified burnout reduction as one of the largest
benefits of a condensed schedule.
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請依下文回答第 31 題至第 35 題
One of the main factors that drive the growth of e-commerce companies is efficiency at all levels of
operations. Supply chain management is a big part of ensuring such efficiency. By leveraging specific
aspects of the supply chain management process, e-commerce giants such as Amazon are growing even
larger.
First, supply chain management encourages positive customer reviews. Up to 72% of customers visit
websites and read their reviews, and as high as 93% of online shoppers admit that they make a decision
based on reviews and make purchases because of positive reviews. E-commerce businesses are coming to
terms with these statistics and are using positive reviews as a major marketing and selling point. But on
the other end of the spectrum, E-commerce companies are also hugely affected by negative reviews and
these can have a drastic effect on sales. This is why companies need to take great measures to manage the
reviews they get. Effective supply chain management ensures that orders are received and delivered
quickly and effectively to customers which keeps them happy and encourages them to give positive
reviews.
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In addition, supply chain management confirms stock availability. One of the most useful pieces of
information that customers should have access to is the availability of products. Such information can
mean the difference between losing a customer and making a sale. If you have ever made a purchase
online, then chances are you’ve based your decision on knowing that the product is available and that you
can get it within a certain period. For instance, when there were only 5 items left, 85% of surveyed
customers reported they would make the order immediately. E-commerce giants understand that
customers don’t want to be disappointed. Through effective and efficient supply chain management E-
commerce businesses can ensure that stock is always available for driving sales. Therefore, a major part
of every E-commerce business’s marketing strategy should be to ensure that products are always available.
In conclusion, if you are interested in running or joining an E-commerce business, you may want to
learn how to make the supply chain more effective and efficient. Learning more about supply chain
management will help you boost the profit of your business.
31 What is the main idea of this passage?
To discuss why E-commerce companies are booming.
To explain how to effectively manage the inventory of a company.
To highlight the importance of positive reviews customers provide.
To encourage business owners to use supply chain management.
32 Which of the following magazines is most likely to be the source of this passage?
Green Living. Sports and Health.
Online Business. Creative Baking.
33 According to the passage, how many percentages of customers tend to make a decision based on
customer reviews?
93%. 85%. 72%. 60%.
34 According to the passage, which of the following statements is true?
E-commerce businesses are not affected by negative customer reviews.
Delivering goods quickly can lead to positive customer reviews.
Few supply chain management systems are effective in practice.
Customers do not need to know if certain goods are in stock.
35 What can be inferred from this passage?
E-commerce businesses are more likely to keep low inventory.
Effective supply chain management is essential for e-commerce.
Customers are encouraged to upload comments to get coupons.
More younger generations are shopping online than older generations.
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請依下文回答第 36 題至第 40 題
Two months after its release in November 2022, OpenAI’s ChatGPT had 100 million active users,
and suddenly tech corporations were racing to offer the public more “generative AI.” One consequence
of the explosion of artificial intelligence is clear: this technology’s environmental footprint is large and
growing.
AI use is directly responsible for carbon emissions from non-renewable electricity and for the
consumption of millions of gallons of fresh water, and it indirectly boosts impacts from building and
maintaining the power-hungry equipment on which AI runs. Globally, the number of cloud data centers,
which house a multitude of computers performing complex calculations for AI operations, is estimated to
be between approximately 9,000 and 11,000. More are under construction. The International Energy
Agency (IEA) projects that data centers’ electricity consumption in 2026 will double that of 2022 — 1,000
terawatts, roughly equivalent to Japan’s current total consumption. Moreover, AI data centers require a
significant amount of water due to their cooling needs. These facilities generate a lot of heat because of
the intense computation performed by the servers. To prevent overheating and maintain optimal
performance, these servers need to be cooled down, which is often achieved through water-based cooling
systems.
In conclusion, the rapid advancement and adoption of artificial intelligence have undeniably brought
about a new era of technological innovation. However, this progress comes with a significant
environmental cost. The increasing reliance on AI has led to a surge in carbon emissions, water
consumption, and the construction of power-intensive infrastructure. As we look towards the future, it is
crucial that we balance the benefits of AI with its environmental impact. The challenge lies in harnessing
the power of AI while mitigating its ecological footprint, ensuring a sustainable future for all.
36 What is the main idea of this passage?
To discuss why ChatGPT attracts millions of active users in a short time.
To explain that development of AI comes with huge environmental cost.
To explore how generative AI can improve various aspects of our lives.
To discover the new sustainable energy sources for supporting AI operation.
37 According to the passage, what are the two resources necessary for AI development?
Data centers and storage space. Gasoline and electricity.
Electricity and water. Rainfall and wind power.
38 Which is used as evidence for the large and growing footprint of AI technology?
OpenAI’s ChatGPT has more than 100 million active users every month.
There will be 9000 data centers around the world ten years from now.
Development of AI relies on the constructions of more data centers.
Data centers’ electricity consumption in 2026 will be twice that of 2022.
39 Which of the following issues is NOT discussed in the passage?
AI technology encourages the use of green energy.
We must limit the ecological footprint of AI technology.
Complex calculations for AI operations demand huge amount of electricity.
Cooling systems preventing computers from overheating consume much water.
40 What is the author’s attitude towards the development of AI and its impacts on the environment?
We need to balance the benefits of AI and its environmental impact.
We must stop building data centers that are exhausting natural resources.
We can move data centers to areas that can provide abundant resources.
We should properly maintain the power-hungry equipment that runs AI.