
三、克漏字測驗【請依照段落上下文意,選出最適當的答案】
The design of many engineering systems can be a fairly complex process. Many assumptions must be made to
develop models that can be subject to analysis by the available methods and the models must be 16 by
experiments. Many possibilities and factors must be considered during the problem formulation 17 . Economic
considerations play an important role in designing cost-effective systems. To complete the design of an engineering
system, designers from different fields of engineering must find ways to 18 . For example, the design of a
passenger car requires cooperation among structural, mechanical, automotive, electrical, human factors, chemical, and
hydraulics design engineers. Thus, in a(n) 19 environment considerable interaction is needed among various
design teams to complete the project. In addition to the design of a system, developing procedures to measure the
performance of a system is essential. A measure of performance is to be optimized while satisfying all constraints as
well as ensuring quality. 20 , the revolution in computer technology allows today’s computers to perform complex
calculations and process large amounts of data rapidly both for initial design and later performance measure.
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四、閱讀測驗【請在下列各題中選出最適當的答案】
Regular exercise is beneficial to cardiovascular health and longevity. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
and the American College of Sports Medicine recommend a minimum of 30 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity
on most days of the week. According to the National Institutes of Health-American Association of Retired Persons Diet and
Health Study, achievement of activity levels approximate the recommendations for moderate activity (at least 30 minutes on
most days of the week) may decrease 27% of mortality in men and women. In developing countries, the fast increase of
cardiovascular disease mortality may partly be attributed to the decrease of physical activity. The death rate of cardiovascular
disease in China, for example, nearly increased 50% from 1990 to 2009, and the decrease of exercise participation played an
important role in the increase of mortality. A recent investigation in 9 provinces and cities of China showed that the physical
activity in 2006 declined by 27.8% in men and by 36.9% in women in comparison with those in 1997.
Non-vigorous exercise training is a central focus of health promotion and is the core component of rehabilitation for
patients with cardiovascular disease. According to a recent meta-analysis evaluating the effect of light-to-moderate physical
activity, 2.5 hour/week moderate-intensity activity, that is, 30 min exercise 5 days a week, compared with no physical activity
was associated with a reduction in mortality risk of 19%, while 7 hour/week of moderate activity compared with no activity
reduced the mortality risk by 24%.
Tai Chi is a Chinese traditional mind-body exercise. Although the exercise intensity of Tai Chi is low to moderate,
previous studies have shown that it offers benefits for aerobic capacity, muscular strength, balance, and cardiovascular risk
factors. Further, Tai Chi appears to be safe and effective for patients with acute myocardial infarction, coronary artery bypass
grafting surgery, congestive heart failure, and stroke. From the standpoint of exercise prescription, Tai Chi is a suitable
exercise for patients with cardiovascular disease because it is easily accessible and of low cost and can be easily implemented
in the community setting. The aim of this literature review is to provide an overview of Tai Chi benefits on cardiovascular
health and to introduce the potential application of Tai Chi for patients with cardiovascular disease.
【1】21. Where does one most likely find the passage?
A medical journal.
A recreational magazine.
A bulletin board in a university.
A proceedings of technology development.
【4】22. Why is China mentioned in the first paragraph?
Significant changes to Chinese life styles have promoted their longevity.
After 1990’s Chinese people have begun a new movement of practicing Tai Chi.
The death rate in China since 1990’s surpasses the average death rate of the world.
The medical data in China illustrate the linkage between the increase of mortality and the decrease of exercise.
【3】23. Why is non-vigorous exercise training discussed in the second paragraph?
To remind readers of some medical achievements in the past.
To publicize some studies on cardiovascular disease in China.
To establish a connection between the medical findings and Tai Chi.
To emphasize the importance of the medical treatment for cardiovascular disease.
【2】24. Which of the following topics is likely to be included in the literature review mentioned in the third paragraph?
Tai Chi in poetry.
Tai Chi and hypertension.
Artistic values of Tai Chi in China.
Unsettled issues of the origins of Tai Chi.
【4】25. According to the passage, which of the following statements is true?
Tai Chi has again attracted Chinese people’s attention since 1990’s.
Tai Chi is strongly recommended as the sole treatment to cardiovascular disease.
Tai Chi, a non-vigorous exercise, can only be practiced between 30 minutes to an hour every day.
Tai Chi, though an exercise of low-to-moderate intensity, is helpful to cardiovascular disease patients.