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閱讀測驗是很多考生畏懼的英文題型之一，其實閱讀測驗的解題並不難，因為外國人寫文章都愛用破題法，只要看第一段即可知道文章大概在講什麼內容。例如在此篇文章的第一段中，有提到“growth” (發展)，“cruise” (航行)，所以文章一定跟“航海發展”有關。

There has been a rapid growth of cruising in recent years. The

cruise ship provides a relatively confined space which is actively

designed both to encourage passengers to stroll through observing

one another and to pay for things or services. At port-side the

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opportunity to observe unfamiliar cultures is extended.

The growth of the cruising industry was particularly marked

during the 1990s. The global threat of terrorism in the wake of

September 11 has forced the industry to re-assess a situation in

which passengers are less prepared to travel than they were in the

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past. However, there are signs of recovery. Cruise ships pride

themselves on their 24-hour service, the almost constant provision of

food and entertainment, and their total devotion to the constant

relaxation of the passengers. Although entertainment and food is

usually included in the cost of a cruise, there are many additional

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opportunities for passengers to put their hands in their pockets. On

the ship many spectacles are created for us, simply in order to create

profit. Instead of active participation, passive consumption is

encouraged.

(  ) 1. How can people on a cruise ship experience different cultures?

(A) By watching many spectacles 

(B) By observing people on board and at port-side

(C) By paying for food and entertainment 

(D) By devoting to constant relaxation

(  ) 2. Why do less people go abroad after the September 11 incident?

(A) Because of the economy 

(B) Because they are waiting for signs of recovery

(C) Because they are less well prepared than before 

(D) Because they fear terrorist attacks

(  ) 3. What is the main difference between the cruise ship and the shopping mall so far as consumption is concerned?

(A) The cruise ship will not close at night.

(B) The cruise ship provides food and entertainment.

(C) The cruise ship aims at creating profits.

(D) The cruise ship offers opportunities for people to spend money.

(  ) 4. Which of the following is a major demerit of the cruise ship for travelers?

(A) Cruise ships are too proud of themselves.

(B) Its opening hours are too long.

(C) It encourages passive consumption rather than active participation.

(D) The cost of a cruise does not cover everything.

英銘老師：閱讀測驗是很多考生畏懼的英文題型之一，其實閱題測驗的的解題並不難，因為外國人寫文章都愛用破題法，只要看第一段即可知道文章大概在講什麼內容。例如在此篇文章的第一段中，有提到“growth” (發展)，“cruise” (航行)，所以文章一定跟“航海發展”有關。

第1題：船上的遊客如何體驗不同的文化？根據文章的第3行至第5行，可得知乘客透過觀察彼此來漫步，在港口邊也有機會觀察陌生的文化，因此答案是(B)。

補充：

stroll  v.  散步、流浪、巡迴演出  n. 散步

A host of kids strolled around the street.

有一大群小孩在街上四處閒逛。

Natasha usually takes a stroll in the garden.

Natasha經常在花園散步。

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