基本文法

第26至30題為題組
Many scientists， however， say there is no evidence that Blue Monday causes any more sadness than other specific days of the year. ___28___ ， the idea of Blue Monday persists.
(A) If so
(B) And yet
(C) On that
(D) With this

一、中譯英（占8分）
說明：1.請將以下中文句子譯成正確、通順、達意的英文，並將答案寫在「答案卷」上。
2.請依序作答，並標明子題號。每題4分，共8分。
1.我們有時會違背自己的意願去做某些事情，就只為了要取悅朋友。

2.其實，在面對同儕壓力的時候，我們應該學習堅持自己的原則。

第16至20題為題組
______ a style can look unpleasant at times， it is usually harmless and doesn’t cause vision problems.
(A) As
(B) If
(C) Unless
(D) Although

第21至25題為題組
Shoes are hugely important for protecting our feet， especially in places like Africa， where healthcare provision is limited. Unfortunately， shoes are not always readily available for people living in poverty， ______ shoes that are the right size.
(A) except for
(B) provided with
(C) far from
(D) let alone

第21至25題為題組
The straps on the heel and toe control the length of the shoe， ______ the two on either side allow for different widths.
(A) whether
(B) while
(C) with
(D) for

第26至30題為題組
Research has proven that weather plays a part in our moods: Warmer temperatures and exposure to sunshine increase positive thinking， whereas cold， rainy days bring anxiety and fatigue. __26___， many people believe that bad weather can reduce productivity and efficiency.
(A) At most
(B) In contrast
(C) Literally
(D) Accordingly

一、中譯英（占8分）
說明：1.請將以下中文句子譯成正確、通順、達意的英文，並將答案寫在「答案卷」上。
2.請依序作答，並標明子題號。每題4分，共8分。
1.玉山(Jade Mountain)在冬天常常覆蓋著厚厚的積雪，使整個山頂閃耀如玉。

2.征服玉山一直是國內外登山者最困難的挑戰之一。

第16至20題為題組
Ancient cultures celebrated New Year’s Day on or around April 1， which roughly coincides with the beginning of spring. In 1582， Pope Gregory XIII ordered a new calendar， which called for New Year’s Day to be celebrated on January 1. However， many people， either refusing to accept the new date or not having heard about it， ______ to celebrate New Year’s Day on April 1.
(A) continue
(B) continuing
(C) to continue
(D) continued