第 11 至 14 題為題組 Todd Bol, a retired businessman, could never have expected that a wooden container
he built on his deck one day in 2009 would have the global impact it does today.
Bol built a dollhouse-size structure that looked like a schoolhouse on a post, and he
put it on his lawn as a free community library to commemorate his mother, who was a
book lover and school teacher. Bol’s prototype gave birth to Little Free Library (LFL), a
nonprofit organization that seeks to place small, accessible book exchange boxes in
neighborhoods around the world. The concept is simple: Neighbors are invited to share
a book, leave a book, or both. Today, there are over 50,000 of these libraries registered
in 70 countries.
Almost everyone can register with LFL and start a library as long as the person
keeps it in good shape and makes sure that book materials are appropriate for his/her
neighborhood. Library owners can create their own library boxes; therefore, the libraries
are usually unique in appearance, and there seems to be no limit to the possibilities. One
library in California was built out of a used wine crate; another in Texas had tiny stairs
and bright colored walls. Once registered, libraries are assigned a number at LFL’s
website. The LFL Index lists the locations of all libraries with GPS coordinates and other
information. Owners receive a sign that reads “Little Free Library.”
People say they have been more inclined to pick up a book when walking by a Little Free Library, out of curiosity and because it’s convenient. Some sidewalk librarians say
they have met more neighbors since having a little library in their front yard. Bol is also
most proud of the way Little Free Library is bringing communities together. “It’s started
a neighborhood exchange. It gets people talking and more comfortable with their
neighbors,” he says. “This leads to them helping each other.”
【題組】11. Which of the following statements is NOT mentioned about Todd Bol?
(A) His mother used to be a school teacher.
(B) He was engaged in trade and commerce.
(C) He provided a great service to his neighborhood.
(D) He built a schoolhouse to pay tribute to his mother.