五、閱讀測驗：25%，每題 2.5 分
I.
      ABC shares have fallen by 70% over the last 12 months as the smartphone maker has
struggle to keep up with the rivals Simsong and Orange. –[1]– However, profits actually
increased by 12% last month from the previous month as cost-cutting strategies finally started
to take effect. –[2]–
      The share price hasn’t yet risen to match that increase in profits, and it seems the market
is still cautious about investing in this Japan-based firm. –[3]– However, there are causes for
optimism at ABC. Firstly, those cost-cutting measures have streamlined the firm’s operations
without weakening its ability to deliver innovative, reliable products. Second, ABC is still
known for its innovation and reliability. Third, the company’s much-anticipated new handset
is due for release next month. If it sells well, the company’s fortunes will take a sharp upturn.
      –[4]– That said, buying ABC shares is still a bit of a gamble, but it’s worth going to back
the company for big gains in the stock market this year.
【題組】31. What would be a good title for the report?
(A) Optimism Rules at ABC
(B) ABC’s Struggles Continue
(C) A Change in ABC’s Fortunes?
(D) ABC’s Cost-cutting Strategies