In recent years, working from home has become far more 11 than ever before. Thanks to fast internet and video meetings, many employees no longer need to 12 to a crowded office every morning. Studies show that this arrangement can 13 stress and give workers more time for their families. However, it also has drawbacks. Some people find it hard to 14 on their tasks when the television or the refrigerator is nearby. In the end, whether working from home succeeds 15 mostly on a person's self-discipline.
Questions 11–15
11
Acommon
Brare
Cprivate
Dstrict
✔ 正確答案：(A) common
解析由 than ever before（比以往）與後文趨勢，指在家工作越來越「普遍 common」。
12
Abelong
Bapply
Ccommute
Drefer
✔ 正確答案：(C) commute
解析commute to an office 為固定用法，指「通勤」上班；配合 crowded office every morning。
13
Aincrease
Braise
Ccollect
Dreduce
✔ 正確答案：(D) reduce
解析give workers more time（給更多時間）為正面效果，故與之並列的應是「減輕 reduce」壓力。
14
Adepend
Bconcentrate
Cinsist
Dcomment
✔ 正確答案：(B) concentrate
解析concentrate on one's tasks 表「專心於」工作，呼應 hard to（很難）與電視冰箱的干擾。
More and more city dwellers are turning their balconies and rooftops into small gardens. Growing vegetables at home is not only a pleasant 16 but also a way to enjoy fresh, healthy food. Beginners are often 17 that plants such as tomatoes and lettuce are quite easy to care for. All they 18 is a sunny spot, some soil, and a little patience. Besides providing food, these tiny gardens can also 19 the air and cool down hot rooftops in summer. For many people, watching a seed grow into a plant brings a deep sense of 20.
I am writing to express my disappointment with the wireless headphones (Model X-200) I bought from your online store on May 3. Although the product description promised a battery life of 20 hours, mine can only last about four hours after a full charge. Moreover, the right side often stops working when I move my head.
I have already tried resetting the device as your website suggested, but the problem remains. I would like a full refund or a replacement of the same model. Please let me know how to return the item. I hope this matter can be solved quickly.
22What problem does Kevin NOT mention about the headphones?
AThe battery lasts too short a time
BThe right side sometimes stops working
CThe price was too high
DThe battery life is shorter than promised
✔ 正確答案：(C) The price was too high
中譯關於耳機，Kevin 沒有提到哪個問題？
解析信中提到續航短、右邊沒聲音、與承諾不符，但未提及「價格太高」。
23What did Kevin already do to fix the problem?
AHe returned the item
BHe bought a new pair
CHe reset the device
DHe called the police
✔ 正確答案：(C) He reset the device
中譯Kevin 已經做了什麼來解決問題？
解析信中明確提到 I have already tried resetting the device（已嘗試重置裝置）。
24What does Kevin want the company to do?
ASend him a free gift
BGive him a refund or a replacement
CFix the website
DApologize in the newspaper
✔ 正確答案：(B) Give him a refund or a replacement
中譯Kevin 希望公司怎麼做？
解析信中要求 a full refund or a replacement（退款或換貨）。
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26A student who is free only on weekends should choose ____.
AEnglish Conversation
BBusiness English
CJapanese for Travel
Dnone of the classes
✔ 正確答案：(C) Japanese for Travel
中譯只有週末有空的學生應選擇哪門課？
解析只有「旅遊日語」在週六（Sat）上課，適合週末有空者。
27What can students do every Friday evening?
AJoin a singing contest
BGet a full refund
CMeet the teachers' families
DTake a free trial lesson
✔ 正確答案：(D) Take a free trial lesson
中譯學生每週五晚上可以做什麼？
解析廣告寫 Free trial lessons are available every Friday evening（每週五晚上提供免費試上）。
28How can a student get the early-bird discount?
ABy paying in cash
BBy taking two classes
CBy bringing a friend
DBy signing up before June 15
✔ 正確答案：(D) By signing up before June 15
中譯學生如何取得早鳥折扣？
解析廣告寫 Sign up before June 15 才能享 15% 早鳥折扣。
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The Benefits of Reading Aloud
Many people believe that reading silently is the fastest way to finish a book. However, researchers have found that reading aloud offers surprising benefits, especially for young learners. When we read aloud, we use both our eyes and our ears, which helps the brain remember information more firmly.
Reading aloud also improves pronunciation and builds confidence in speaking. Teachers often notice that shy students become braver after practicing this skill. Of course, reading aloud is slower, so it may not suit every situation. Still, spending just ten minutes a day reading aloud can make a real difference over time.