114 地方特考四等 新聞(選試英文)類科 外國文(英文) 考古題詳解
第 一 題30 分
英譯中：
Taiwanese tea has a history dating back to the 18th century. Traditional tea drinking emphasizes hot brewing and the use of various utensils, which led to it being called “old men’s tea,” implying that only the elderly had the time to savor it. In the late 20th century, Taiwan’s tea culture saw a new development with the emergence of bubble tea, a hand-shaken iced tea combined with tapioca pearls, quickly gaining popularity among younger generations as a trendy beverage. Bubble tea retained elements of traditional Taiwanese tea while adding creativity and fun, making it more appealing to modern youth. Since the 1990s, the trend has spread beyond Taiwan, first to neighboring Asian countries and then globally. With its customizable nature, bubble tea has been widely embraced around the world. It also becomes a recognizable symbol of Taiwanese culture, and has secured a strong presence on the global stage.
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核心觀念
本題測驗英文敘事與說明文的整體理解，以及將文化介紹類文章自然譯成繁體中文的能力。翻譯時要掌握時間脈絡、因果關係與語氣，並注意專有名詞和慣用語的處理。
解題方法
先依文章脈絡切分語意：臺灣茶的歷史與傳統飲茶方式、珍珠奶茶的興起與特色、珍珠奶茶傳播至全球，以及它作為臺灣文化象徵的地位。翻譯時保留原文資訊順序，並適度調整中文語序，使句意清楚、行文流暢。
- dating back to the 18th century：指「可追溯至 18 世紀」，不是「約會」。
- which led to it being called “old men’s tea”：描述傳統飲茶方式使茶有了「老人茶」的稱呼；後面的 implying 說明這個稱呼所帶的意涵。
- with the emergence of bubble tea：表示「隨著珍珠奶茶的出現」。
- a hand-shaken iced tea combined with tapioca pearls：珍珠奶茶的補充說明，可譯為「加入粉圓的手搖冰茶」。
- retained … while adding …：表示「保留……的同時，也加入……」。
- has spread … and has been widely embraced：現在完成式強調從過去開始、延續至今的傳播與接受情形。
- It also becomes … and has secured …：原文以現在式與現在完成式並用；中文可依上下文順譯為「也成為……，並在……站穩一席之地」。
參考譯文
臺灣茶的歷史可追溯至十八世紀。傳統飲茶講究熱泡，並使用各式茶具，因此有了「老人茶」的稱呼，意指只有年長者才有時間細細品茗。二十世紀末，隨著珍珠奶茶的出現，臺灣茶文化迎來新的發展。
第 二 題30 分
中譯英：
近年來臺灣詐騙集團案件越來越多，許多年輕人遭誘騙前往柬埔寨工作或投資而受害。警方指出，詐騙集團常透過社群媒體或私人訊息聯絡受害者，使用的話術包括宣稱提供高薪工作機會、海外投資項目或代購海外貨品以獲利等，吸引年輕人前往國外。根據警方調查，約有 1,000 名臺灣年輕人每月前往柬埔寨，但其中僅約 100 人返回。為防止類似事件發生，警方已加強機場查緝，在桃園國際機場攔截購買單程機票前往柬埔寨或泰國的年輕旅客，了解行程目的並提供警示資訊。警方表示，此舉旨在保護民眾安全，提醒民眾警惕陌生工作或投資邀約，避免落入詐騙陷阱。
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核心觀念
本題考查中譯英的句意掌握、長句拆解與新聞英文常用表達。翻譯時先辨認事件背景、詐騙手法、警方調查數據、因應措施及提醒目的，再依英文語序組成段落。重點字詞包括「詐騙集團」scam syndicates、「誘騙」lure、「高薪工作機會」high-paying job opportunities、「攔截」stop and question、「警惕」be wary of。
解題方法
先把原文分成四個語意單位：
- 詐騙案件增加，年輕人被誘騙前往柬埔寨受害。
- 詐騙集團透過社群媒體或私人訊息，以工作、投資或代購獲利為誘因。
- 警方調查每月赴柬人數及返台人數，並加強機場查緝。
- 說明查緝目的，提醒民眾防範陌生邀約。
英文可用現在完成式 have increased 表示近年來案件增加；用 lure someone into doing something 表達「誘騙某人做某事」；警方措施則以 have stepped up screening at airports 表達「已加強機場查緝」。數據部分保留原文約數，使用 about 或 approximately。
參考譯文
In recent years, scam syndicates operating in Taiwan have become increasingly active, and many young people have fallen victim to them after being lured to Cambodia for work or investment. Police say that these syndicates often contact potential victims through social media or private messages. Their pitches include promises of high-paying jobs, overseas investment opportunities, or profits from purchasing goods abroad for others, all designed to entice young people to travel overseas.
According to police investigations, about 1,000 young Taiwanese travel to Cambodia each month, but only around 100 return. To prevent similar incidents, police have stepped up screening at airports. At Taoyuan International Airport, officers stop and question young travelers who have one-way tickets to Cambodia or Thailand, asking about the purpose of their trips and providing them with warnings about the risks.
Police say the measure is intended to protect the public. They urge people to be wary of unfamiliar job offers or investment proposals and to avoid falling into scam traps.
關鍵用法
- 詐騙集團：scam syndicates、scam rings。Syndicate 指有組織的犯罪團體，適合描述集團式詐騙。
- 遭誘騙前往：be lured to Cambodia。若要明確寫出「被誘騙去做某事」，可用 be lured into going to Cambodia。
第 三 題40 分
作文：
Taiwan is a place known for its diversity and unique characteristics, with rich cultural and natural features. If you were to introduce Taiwan to a foreigner who has never visited before, please choose ONLY ONE of the following aspects to focus on:
(1) Democratic politics and social development
(2) Natural ecology and geographical environment
(3) Lifestyle, cultural, and traditions
Select one aspect and explain what you believe best represents the characteristics and values of Taiwan in approximately 250–300 words.
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核心觀念
本題考英文作文，重點是依題意選定一個面向，介紹台灣的特色與價值，並用清楚的結構、具體例子和正確英文表達支持主旨。題目要求 ONLY ONE，因此全文必須聚焦於下列一項：民主政治與社會發展、自然生態與地理環境、生活方式與文化傳統；篇幅約 250–300 字。
解題方法
以下以「生活方式、文化與傳統」為主題示範。文章先提出台灣文化的核心特色，再用夜市飲食、節慶習俗和日常互助等例子加以說明，最後回扣包容、社群連結與文化多元等價值。段落依序安排為引言、具體事例、價值說明及結論；示範作文共約 275 字，符合題目要求。
參考作文
If I were introducing Taiwan to a foreigner, I would focus on its lifestyle, culture, and traditions. What makes Taiwan special is not only the variety of its customs, but also the way people welcome new influences while keeping familiar traditions alive.
Food offers a vivid introduction. In a night market, visitors can find oyster omelets, beef noodles, and sweet drinks beside international snacks. These markets are more than places to eat. Families, students, and tourists share crowded streets, making food a natural way to bring people together. In everyday life, convenience stores also serve as neighborhood hubs, where people pick up parcels, pay bills, or buy a quick meal at almost any hour.
Taiwan’s festivals reveal another side of its culture. During Lunar New Year, families gather for reunion dinners and exchange good wishes. At the Dragon Boat Festival, people watch races and eat rice dumplings. These traditions connect generations, yet they are also celebrated in modern ways, with public events and creative designs that welcome younger pe