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devhigh1243
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It is true that good writers rewrite and rewrite and then rewrite some more. But in order to work up the desire to rewrite, it is important to learn to like what you write at the early stage.
I am surprised at the number of famous writers I know who say that they so dislike reading their own writing later that they even hate to look over the publishers' opinions. One reason we may dislike reading our own work is that we're often disappointed that the rich ideas in our minds seem very thin and plain when first written down. Jerry Fodor and Steven Pinker suggest that this fact may be a result of how our minds work.
Different from popular belief, we do not usually think in the works and sentences of ordinary language but in symbols for ideas (known as 'mentalese' ), and writing our ideas down is an act of translation from that symbolic language. But while mentalese contains our thoughts in the form of a complex tapestry ,writing can only be composed one thread at a time. Therefore it should not be surprising that our first attempt at expressing ideas should look so simple. It is only by repeatedly rewriting that we produce new threads and connect them to get closer to the ideas formed in our minds.
When people write as if some strict critics are looking over their shoulder, they are so worried about what this critic might say that they get stuck before they even start. Peter Elbow makes an excellent suggestion to deal with this problem. When writing we should have two different minds. At the first stage, we should see every idea, as well as the words we use to express it, as wonderful and worth putting down. It is only during rewrites that we should examine what we excitedly wrote in the first stage and check for weaknesses.
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What do we learn from the text about those famous writers?
|
[
"They often regret writing poor works.",
"Some of them write surprisingly much.",
"Many of them hate reading their own works.",
"They are happy to review the publishers' opinions."
] |
C
|
devhigh1243
|
It is true that good writers rewrite and rewrite and then rewrite some more. But in order to work up the desire to rewrite, it is important to learn to like what you write at the early stage.
I am surprised at the number of famous writers I know who say that they so dislike reading their own writing later that they even hate to look over the publishers' opinions. One reason we may dislike reading our own work is that we're often disappointed that the rich ideas in our minds seem very thin and plain when first written down. Jerry Fodor and Steven Pinker suggest that this fact may be a result of how our minds work.
Different from popular belief, we do not usually think in the works and sentences of ordinary language but in symbols for ideas (known as 'mentalese' ), and writing our ideas down is an act of translation from that symbolic language. But while mentalese contains our thoughts in the form of a complex tapestry ,writing can only be composed one thread at a time. Therefore it should not be surprising that our first attempt at expressing ideas should look so simple. It is only by repeatedly rewriting that we produce new threads and connect them to get closer to the ideas formed in our minds.
When people write as if some strict critics are looking over their shoulder, they are so worried about what this critic might say that they get stuck before they even start. Peter Elbow makes an excellent suggestion to deal with this problem. When writing we should have two different minds. At the first stage, we should see every idea, as well as the words we use to express it, as wonderful and worth putting down. It is only during rewrites that we should examine what we excitedly wrote in the first stage and check for weaknesses.
|
What do people generally believe about the way human minds work?
|
[
"People think in words and sentences.",
"Human ideas are translated into symbols.",
"People think by connecting threads of ideas.",
"Human thoughts are expressed through pictures."
] |
A
|
devhigh1243
|
It is true that good writers rewrite and rewrite and then rewrite some more. But in order to work up the desire to rewrite, it is important to learn to like what you write at the early stage.
I am surprised at the number of famous writers I know who say that they so dislike reading their own writing later that they even hate to look over the publishers' opinions. One reason we may dislike reading our own work is that we're often disappointed that the rich ideas in our minds seem very thin and plain when first written down. Jerry Fodor and Steven Pinker suggest that this fact may be a result of how our minds work.
Different from popular belief, we do not usually think in the works and sentences of ordinary language but in symbols for ideas (known as 'mentalese' ), and writing our ideas down is an act of translation from that symbolic language. But while mentalese contains our thoughts in the form of a complex tapestry ,writing can only be composed one thread at a time. Therefore it should not be surprising that our first attempt at expressing ideas should look so simple. It is only by repeatedly rewriting that we produce new threads and connect them to get closer to the ideas formed in our minds.
When people write as if some strict critics are looking over their shoulder, they are so worried about what this critic might say that they get stuck before they even start. Peter Elbow makes an excellent suggestion to deal with this problem. When writing we should have two different minds. At the first stage, we should see every idea, as well as the words we use to express it, as wonderful and worth putting down. It is only during rewrites that we should examine what we excitedly wrote in the first stage and check for weaknesses.
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What can we conclude from the text?
|
[
"Most people believe we think in symbols.",
"Loving our own writing is scientifically reasonable.",
"The writers and critics can never reach an agreement.",
"Thinking and writing are different stages of mind at work."
] |
D
|
devhigh12430
|
ACTeen-Acting for Teens
The nation's first on-camera acting program developed for teens(ages 13--15, 16--20). Now celebrating our 30th year. June, July, August, or. Saturday summer academies offer full or part-time curriculum. 14 + electives, including film & television acting, theater, musical theater, auditioning, Shakespeare, speech &voice, movement, script writing.
Working grades, small classes(12 maximum per workshop). Safe, convenient location. Application required. Out of town applicants may submit long distance application.
Cost/Week: $500$649
Indianhead Ranch
Sharpen your H unting Skills over one or two weeks at Indianhead Ranch in Del Rio, Texas. You will experience the outdoors, expand your knowledge in gun safety and learn practical camping hunting and survival skills.
Cost/Week: $1000$1999
Vermont Adventure Camps
Six-Day Adventure Camps
We offer 8 six-day adventure camps for teens l1 to 13. The kids go stay in rustic cabins at our camping site in Andover VT and on adventures each day. A discount of 10%will be given to the team with over 3 persons.
Two-Week Adventure Camps
We also offer 4 two-week adventure camps for teens 14 to 17. The teens will go on an adventure each day and then come back to our quaint Adventure Lodge.
Cost/Week: $650
International ESL Camp
The site is in close proximity to New York, Philadelphia, and Princeton University. Campers will receive three hours per day of English language instruction, a full range of planned activities including sports, arts and crafts, and weekly excursions.
Cost/Week: $650$999
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According to the passages, which camp offers hunting skills?
|
[
"Vermont Adventure Camps.",
"Indianhead Ranch.",
"Acting for Teens.",
"International ESL Camp."
] |
B
|
devhigh12430
|
ACTeen-Acting for Teens
The nation's first on-camera acting program developed for teens(ages 13--15, 16--20). Now celebrating our 30th year. June, July, August, or. Saturday summer academies offer full or part-time curriculum. 14 + electives, including film & television acting, theater, musical theater, auditioning, Shakespeare, speech &voice, movement, script writing.
Working grades, small classes(12 maximum per workshop). Safe, convenient location. Application required. Out of town applicants may submit long distance application.
Cost/Week: $500$649
Indianhead Ranch
Sharpen your H unting Skills over one or two weeks at Indianhead Ranch in Del Rio, Texas. You will experience the outdoors, expand your knowledge in gun safety and learn practical camping hunting and survival skills.
Cost/Week: $1000$1999
Vermont Adventure Camps
Six-Day Adventure Camps
We offer 8 six-day adventure camps for teens l1 to 13. The kids go stay in rustic cabins at our camping site in Andover VT and on adventures each day. A discount of 10%will be given to the team with over 3 persons.
Two-Week Adventure Camps
We also offer 4 two-week adventure camps for teens 14 to 17. The teens will go on an adventure each day and then come back to our quaint Adventure Lodge.
Cost/Week: $650
International ESL Camp
The site is in close proximity to New York, Philadelphia, and Princeton University. Campers will receive three hours per day of English language instruction, a full range of planned activities including sports, arts and crafts, and weekly excursions.
Cost/Week: $650$999
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If Tom plans to send his 4 children to join Six-Day Adventure Camps, how much should he pay?
|
[
"2,340.",
"2,600.",
"260.",
"2,860."
] |
A
|
devhigh12461
|
I'm a pig, and my son is a rabbit. I have snakes for daughters, and my wife, believe it or not, is a dragon! Do I live in a zoo? No, of course not! I am talking about Chinese zodiac signs . Depending on the year of your birth, each person has an animal for a sign. That's why I am a pig and my wife is a dragon. If you, like me, were born in the year of the pig, then you are brave, thoughtful and loyal. The year of the pig is filled with good fortune.
Now let's take a closer look at this interesting animal.
Pigs were first raised by man about 9,000 years ago, and are still a very common farm animal in many parts of the world. We don't just use pigs for their meat -- almost every part of the animal is used. The hair is used for artists' brushes. The fat is used to make floor wax, rubber and plastics.
Pigs have also been important in the world of entertainment. In 1995 the film 'Babe' starred a loveable talking pig as its main character. The film won an Oscar and was nominated for 6 more. In England you can even go to watch pig racing. A farmer, Rob Shepherd, has been raising money for charity by holding pig races on his farm. The events have been very successful. People don't just want to eat pigs, it seems!
Pigs also play an important role in the English language. For example, if someone says that he will travel to the sun one day, you can say " _ !" to him. Hungry? Well then, you can "pig out" and eat lots of food. And what if someone rescues you? Well, you can say that they "saved your bacon".
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We may know from the passage that _ .
|
[
"people in England like pigs more than other animals",
"pigs are more useful than ordinary people imagine",
"pigs are the first animals raised by man",
"more people don't want to eat pigs now"
] |
B
|
devhigh12473
|
The famous movie star Audrey Hepburn has been honored as the most beautiful woman ever.She has natural beauty, character and figure, but there is something about Hepburn's smile that is specially striking and beautiful.
Audrey Hepburn was born on May 4, 1929 in Brussels, Belgium.After her parents divorced , Audrey went to London with her mother where she went to a private girl school.After the liberation, Audrey went to a ballet school in London and later began life as a model.She did well as a model until the film producers came calling.Discovered by a producer, she was given a small part in a European film in 1948.Later, she went to America to try her luck there.Audrey became popular in the US with her role in Roman Holiday in 1953.This film turned out to be a success and she won an Oscar for Best Actress.The film was followed by another similarly wonderful performance in the 1957 Funny Face.In 1959, she received yet another nomination for her role in Nun's Story.Audrey reached the highest level when she played Holly Golightly in the film Breakfast at Tiffany's in 1961.For this she received another nomination.One of Audrey's most wonderful roles was in the fine production of My Fair Lady in 1964.Her co--star Rex Harrison once was asked to name his favorite leading lady.Without hesitation, he replied, "Audrey Hpburn in My Fair Lady".At the end of the sixties, Audrey decided to stop acting while she was on top.In 1988, Audrey became a special ambassador of UNICEF , helping children in Latin America and Africa, a position she kept until 1993.She was named in People magazine as one of the 50 most beautiful people in the world.Her last film was Always in 1989.Audrey Hepburn died on January 20,1993, in Switzerland.
She had made a total of 31 high quality movies.Her style will always be remembered in the film history.
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How many film names are mentioned in this passage?
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[
"four",
"five",
"six",
"seven"
] |
B
|
devhigh12473
|
The famous movie star Audrey Hepburn has been honored as the most beautiful woman ever.She has natural beauty, character and figure, but there is something about Hepburn's smile that is specially striking and beautiful.
Audrey Hepburn was born on May 4, 1929 in Brussels, Belgium.After her parents divorced , Audrey went to London with her mother where she went to a private girl school.After the liberation, Audrey went to a ballet school in London and later began life as a model.She did well as a model until the film producers came calling.Discovered by a producer, she was given a small part in a European film in 1948.Later, she went to America to try her luck there.Audrey became popular in the US with her role in Roman Holiday in 1953.This film turned out to be a success and she won an Oscar for Best Actress.The film was followed by another similarly wonderful performance in the 1957 Funny Face.In 1959, she received yet another nomination for her role in Nun's Story.Audrey reached the highest level when she played Holly Golightly in the film Breakfast at Tiffany's in 1961.For this she received another nomination.One of Audrey's most wonderful roles was in the fine production of My Fair Lady in 1964.Her co--star Rex Harrison once was asked to name his favorite leading lady.Without hesitation, he replied, "Audrey Hpburn in My Fair Lady".At the end of the sixties, Audrey decided to stop acting while she was on top.In 1988, Audrey became a special ambassador of UNICEF , helping children in Latin America and Africa, a position she kept until 1993.She was named in People magazine as one of the 50 most beautiful people in the world.Her last film was Always in 1989.Audrey Hepburn died on January 20,1993, in Switzerland.
She had made a total of 31 high quality movies.Her style will always be remembered in the film history.
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Hepburn used to be a _ .
|
[
"nurse",
"model",
"teacher",
"writer"
] |
B
|
devhigh12475
|
At one time, people used to travel to foreign countries because they thought they would be different from home--the building, the food, the national dress. Nowadays, however, one large city is very like another. They all have their Hilton or Sheraton Hotels which look Hilton or Sheraton Hotels everywhere. They all have their McDonald's, their KFCs, their Pizza Huts. Office buildings look the same everywhere, and most city centers are full of office buildings. And, of course, people are driving the same brands of Japanese or European cars, usually wearing the same kinds of clothing and the world's airlines are all flying the same aircraft, Boeings or Airbuses.
What, therefore, is the purpose of foreign travel for people who are not on business? What do tourists hope to experience in a foreign country that they cannot experience at home? Why travel to foreign countries at all? The answer could be that people are very interested in the past. It is a nation's history that is its main attraction. Most of today's tourists travel overseas to find out what foreign countries and cultures used to be like, not what they are like today. The words " _ " are now part of the language of tourism, and it is the museums and works of art in many countries that are their main attractions.
If they are lucky--and have had sensible, strong governments--many countries also usually have at least a few beautiful places for tourists to visit.
Finally there is perhaps a nation's greatest attraction: its people. A nation is not just its historical buildings, its works of art or beautiful places, it is also the people who live in it. This is why a country such as Thailand attracts millions of people every year. They come mainly because of the friendliness of the Thai people. It is why the Pacific Islands are also so popular. There may not be much to see or do in Fiji, but there are lots of friendly, smiling people to make visitors feel welcome.
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The passage is mainly about _ .
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[
"the importance of tourism",
"different foreign cultures",
"how to plan an overseas trip",
"why people travel to foreign countries"
] |
D
|
devhigh12475
|
At one time, people used to travel to foreign countries because they thought they would be different from home--the building, the food, the national dress. Nowadays, however, one large city is very like another. They all have their Hilton or Sheraton Hotels which look Hilton or Sheraton Hotels everywhere. They all have their McDonald's, their KFCs, their Pizza Huts. Office buildings look the same everywhere, and most city centers are full of office buildings. And, of course, people are driving the same brands of Japanese or European cars, usually wearing the same kinds of clothing and the world's airlines are all flying the same aircraft, Boeings or Airbuses.
What, therefore, is the purpose of foreign travel for people who are not on business? What do tourists hope to experience in a foreign country that they cannot experience at home? Why travel to foreign countries at all? The answer could be that people are very interested in the past. It is a nation's history that is its main attraction. Most of today's tourists travel overseas to find out what foreign countries and cultures used to be like, not what they are like today. The words " _ " are now part of the language of tourism, and it is the museums and works of art in many countries that are their main attractions.
If they are lucky--and have had sensible, strong governments--many countries also usually have at least a few beautiful places for tourists to visit.
Finally there is perhaps a nation's greatest attraction: its people. A nation is not just its historical buildings, its works of art or beautiful places, it is also the people who live in it. This is why a country such as Thailand attracts millions of people every year. They come mainly because of the friendliness of the Thai people. It is why the Pacific Islands are also so popular. There may not be much to see or do in Fiji, but there are lots of friendly, smiling people to make visitors feel welcome.
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The writer thinks that large cities in foreign countries _ .
|
[
"are similar to one another",
"share the same aircraft",
"do not have good hotels",
"do not offer a warm service to foreigners"
] |
A
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devhigh12475
|
At one time, people used to travel to foreign countries because they thought they would be different from home--the building, the food, the national dress. Nowadays, however, one large city is very like another. They all have their Hilton or Sheraton Hotels which look Hilton or Sheraton Hotels everywhere. They all have their McDonald's, their KFCs, their Pizza Huts. Office buildings look the same everywhere, and most city centers are full of office buildings. And, of course, people are driving the same brands of Japanese or European cars, usually wearing the same kinds of clothing and the world's airlines are all flying the same aircraft, Boeings or Airbuses.
What, therefore, is the purpose of foreign travel for people who are not on business? What do tourists hope to experience in a foreign country that they cannot experience at home? Why travel to foreign countries at all? The answer could be that people are very interested in the past. It is a nation's history that is its main attraction. Most of today's tourists travel overseas to find out what foreign countries and cultures used to be like, not what they are like today. The words " _ " are now part of the language of tourism, and it is the museums and works of art in many countries that are their main attractions.
If they are lucky--and have had sensible, strong governments--many countries also usually have at least a few beautiful places for tourists to visit.
Finally there is perhaps a nation's greatest attraction: its people. A nation is not just its historical buildings, its works of art or beautiful places, it is also the people who live in it. This is why a country such as Thailand attracts millions of people every year. They come mainly because of the friendliness of the Thai people. It is why the Pacific Islands are also so popular. There may not be much to see or do in Fiji, but there are lots of friendly, smiling people to make visitors feel welcome.
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The writer believes that many tourists are interested in foreign _ .
|
[
"hotels",
"history",
"cars",
"programs"
] |
B
|
devhigh12494
|
For travellers who want to experience some of the history and mystery of the ancient world, here is a list of cool destinations for your next holiday.
Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Built in the 12th century, Angkor Wat (meaning "capital monastery") was a temple in the ancient Khmer capital city of Angkor. It is Cambodia's best-known tourist attraction and is famed for its beautiful architecture and reliefs. You'll need at least three days to fully discover the delights of this magnificent site.
Machu Picchu, Peru
Machu Picchu was built high in the Andes Mountains of South America by the Inca in the 15th century. Although well preserved its exact purpose is unknown. It is famous throughout the world not only for its incredible design but also for the natural beauty that surrounds it. Give yourself a week to explore this magnificent site.
Stonehenge, England
The entire Stonehenge site was constructed over thousands of years. But why and how it was built remains a mystery. As the weather can be pretty bleak in winter and the crowds huge in summer, we suggest autumn should be the best time to visit these monster rocks.
Pompeii, Italy
When Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 A.D., Pompeii was buried under many layers of ash, preserving the city exactly as it was when the volcano erupted. Because so many objects were preserved, scientists and visitors are able to better understand daily life in the ancient Roman Empire.
|
Why may people want to visit Machu Picchu?
|
[
"To climb the Andes Mountains.",
"To discover how it was built.",
"To explore both history and nature.",
"To learn to speak Spanish."
] |
C
|
devhigh12494
|
For travellers who want to experience some of the history and mystery of the ancient world, here is a list of cool destinations for your next holiday.
Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Built in the 12th century, Angkor Wat (meaning "capital monastery") was a temple in the ancient Khmer capital city of Angkor. It is Cambodia's best-known tourist attraction and is famed for its beautiful architecture and reliefs. You'll need at least three days to fully discover the delights of this magnificent site.
Machu Picchu, Peru
Machu Picchu was built high in the Andes Mountains of South America by the Inca in the 15th century. Although well preserved its exact purpose is unknown. It is famous throughout the world not only for its incredible design but also for the natural beauty that surrounds it. Give yourself a week to explore this magnificent site.
Stonehenge, England
The entire Stonehenge site was constructed over thousands of years. But why and how it was built remains a mystery. As the weather can be pretty bleak in winter and the crowds huge in summer, we suggest autumn should be the best time to visit these monster rocks.
Pompeii, Italy
When Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 A.D., Pompeii was buried under many layers of ash, preserving the city exactly as it was when the volcano erupted. Because so many objects were preserved, scientists and visitors are able to better understand daily life in the ancient Roman Empire.
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When is the best time to visit Stonehenge according to the passage?
|
[
"Summer.",
"Spring.",
"Winter.",
"Autumn."
] |
D
|
devhigh12494
|
For travellers who want to experience some of the history and mystery of the ancient world, here is a list of cool destinations for your next holiday.
Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Built in the 12th century, Angkor Wat (meaning "capital monastery") was a temple in the ancient Khmer capital city of Angkor. It is Cambodia's best-known tourist attraction and is famed for its beautiful architecture and reliefs. You'll need at least three days to fully discover the delights of this magnificent site.
Machu Picchu, Peru
Machu Picchu was built high in the Andes Mountains of South America by the Inca in the 15th century. Although well preserved its exact purpose is unknown. It is famous throughout the world not only for its incredible design but also for the natural beauty that surrounds it. Give yourself a week to explore this magnificent site.
Stonehenge, England
The entire Stonehenge site was constructed over thousands of years. But why and how it was built remains a mystery. As the weather can be pretty bleak in winter and the crowds huge in summer, we suggest autumn should be the best time to visit these monster rocks.
Pompeii, Italy
When Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 A.D., Pompeii was buried under many layers of ash, preserving the city exactly as it was when the volcano erupted. Because so many objects were preserved, scientists and visitors are able to better understand daily life in the ancient Roman Empire.
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Which location offers the most direct view into daily life in the ancient world?
|
[
"Pompeii.",
"Stonehenge.",
"Ankor Wat.",
"Machu Picchu."
] |
A
|
devhigh12494
|
For travellers who want to experience some of the history and mystery of the ancient world, here is a list of cool destinations for your next holiday.
Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Built in the 12th century, Angkor Wat (meaning "capital monastery") was a temple in the ancient Khmer capital city of Angkor. It is Cambodia's best-known tourist attraction and is famed for its beautiful architecture and reliefs. You'll need at least three days to fully discover the delights of this magnificent site.
Machu Picchu, Peru
Machu Picchu was built high in the Andes Mountains of South America by the Inca in the 15th century. Although well preserved its exact purpose is unknown. It is famous throughout the world not only for its incredible design but also for the natural beauty that surrounds it. Give yourself a week to explore this magnificent site.
Stonehenge, England
The entire Stonehenge site was constructed over thousands of years. But why and how it was built remains a mystery. As the weather can be pretty bleak in winter and the crowds huge in summer, we suggest autumn should be the best time to visit these monster rocks.
Pompeii, Italy
When Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 A.D., Pompeii was buried under many layers of ash, preserving the city exactly as it was when the volcano erupted. Because so many objects were preserved, scientists and visitors are able to better understand daily life in the ancient Roman Empire.
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Where would you probably read such an article?
|
[
"In a travel magazine.",
"In a scientific journal.",
"In a history textbook.",
"In an adventure novel."
] |
A
|
devhigh12529
|
Cleverness is a gift while kindness is a choice. Gifts are easy--they're given after all. Choices can be hard.
I got the idea to start Amazon 16 years ago. I came across the fact that the Internet usage was growing at 2,300 percent per year. I'd never seen or heard of anything that grew that fast, and the idea of building an online bookstore with millions of titles was very exciting to me. I had just turned 30 years old, and I'd been married for a year. I told my wife Mac kenzie that I wanted to quit my job and go to do this crazy thing that probably wouldn't work since most start-ups don't and I wasn't sure what to expect. Mac kenzie told me I should go for it. As a young boy, I'd been a garage inventor. I'd always wanted to be an inventor, and she wanted me to follow my passion.
I was working at a financial firm in New York City with a bunch of very smart people and I had a brilliant boss that I much admired. I went to my boss and told him I wanted to start a company selling books on the Internet. He took me on a long walk in Central Park, listened carefully to me, and finally said, "That sounds like a really good idea, but it would be an even better idea for someone who didn't already have a good job." That logic made some sense to me, and he convinced me to think about it for 48 hours before making a final decision. Seen in that light, it was really a difficult choice, but finally, I decided I had to give it a shot. I didn't think I'd regret trying and failing. _
After much consideration, I took the less safe path to follow my passion, and I'm proud of that choice. For all of us, in the end, we are our choice.
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What inspired the author with the idea of building an online bookstore?
|
[
"His dream of being an inventor.",
"The support of his wife.",
"The greatly increasing usage of the Internet.",
"The successful boss that he admired."
] |
C
|
devhigh12529
|
Cleverness is a gift while kindness is a choice. Gifts are easy--they're given after all. Choices can be hard.
I got the idea to start Amazon 16 years ago. I came across the fact that the Internet usage was growing at 2,300 percent per year. I'd never seen or heard of anything that grew that fast, and the idea of building an online bookstore with millions of titles was very exciting to me. I had just turned 30 years old, and I'd been married for a year. I told my wife Mac kenzie that I wanted to quit my job and go to do this crazy thing that probably wouldn't work since most start-ups don't and I wasn't sure what to expect. Mac kenzie told me I should go for it. As a young boy, I'd been a garage inventor. I'd always wanted to be an inventor, and she wanted me to follow my passion.
I was working at a financial firm in New York City with a bunch of very smart people and I had a brilliant boss that I much admired. I went to my boss and told him I wanted to start a company selling books on the Internet. He took me on a long walk in Central Park, listened carefully to me, and finally said, "That sounds like a really good idea, but it would be an even better idea for someone who didn't already have a good job." That logic made some sense to me, and he convinced me to think about it for 48 hours before making a final decision. Seen in that light, it was really a difficult choice, but finally, I decided I had to give it a shot. I didn't think I'd regret trying and failing. _
After much consideration, I took the less safe path to follow my passion, and I'm proud of that choice. For all of us, in the end, we are our choice.
|
We can know from the passage that _ .
|
[
"the boss thought the idea was suitable for the author",
"the author might not regret if he failed the attempt",
"the author wanted someone else to try the idea",
"the author might go back to his boss if he failed"
] |
B
|
devhigh12529
|
Cleverness is a gift while kindness is a choice. Gifts are easy--they're given after all. Choices can be hard.
I got the idea to start Amazon 16 years ago. I came across the fact that the Internet usage was growing at 2,300 percent per year. I'd never seen or heard of anything that grew that fast, and the idea of building an online bookstore with millions of titles was very exciting to me. I had just turned 30 years old, and I'd been married for a year. I told my wife Mac kenzie that I wanted to quit my job and go to do this crazy thing that probably wouldn't work since most start-ups don't and I wasn't sure what to expect. Mac kenzie told me I should go for it. As a young boy, I'd been a garage inventor. I'd always wanted to be an inventor, and she wanted me to follow my passion.
I was working at a financial firm in New York City with a bunch of very smart people and I had a brilliant boss that I much admired. I went to my boss and told him I wanted to start a company selling books on the Internet. He took me on a long walk in Central Park, listened carefully to me, and finally said, "That sounds like a really good idea, but it would be an even better idea for someone who didn't already have a good job." That logic made some sense to me, and he convinced me to think about it for 48 hours before making a final decision. Seen in that light, it was really a difficult choice, but finally, I decided I had to give it a shot. I didn't think I'd regret trying and failing. _
After much consideration, I took the less safe path to follow my passion, and I'm proud of that choice. For all of us, in the end, we are our choice.
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Which of the following would be the best title for the passage?
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[
"Cleverness and Kindness",
"The Starting of Amazon",
"Following My Passion",
"We Are What We Choose"
] |
D
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Camp All-Star
One of a Kind Summer Camps for Kids
Welcome to Camp All-Star, your No.1 summer sports camp for kids! Located on the famous Kents Hill School campus by the beautiful lake, Camp All-Star hosts kids from around the world. When thinking about your next overnight summer camp, consider the best--Camp All-Star!
Great Sports Summer Camps for Kids
Camp All-Star stands out among the successful camps in the U.S.We have the best sports fields and courts to make your child's sports camp experience a successful one.Your child can enjoy playing for hours in any of our more than 30 sports and activities each day.Our camper to staff rate is three to one, which makes it possible for children to receive more careful instruction.
We have a wide variety of activities and sports to choose from: fishing, dance, basketball, soccer, baseball, and tennis.Boys and girls, aged 8-16, can customize their own schedules in our 2, 3, 4 or 6 week summer camp session for kids.
The aim of Camp All-Star is to develop athletic skills, encourage abilities in leadership, fair play and team work, and provide a fun, rewarding and memorable summer sports camp experience.Our staff have the experience and qualified training necessary to ensure that your child has a successful, memorable and enjoyable time at our summer camp.
Call Today About Our Overnight Summer Camps for Kids
Don't let your kids waste another summer playing video games and sitting around. Let them enjoy their time and get some exercise at our exciting and friendly summer sports camp.Information for our upcoming camps can be found on our website.For additional information or questions, contact us today.We hope your kids can join us at Camp All-Star!
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Camp All-Star stands out among the others because it _ .
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[
"is surrounded by a beautiful lake",
"provides various activities and sports",
"offers timely information on its websit",
"allows children to play outside all day long"
] |
B
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devhigh12587
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Camp All-Star
One of a Kind Summer Camps for Kids
Welcome to Camp All-Star, your No.1 summer sports camp for kids! Located on the famous Kents Hill School campus by the beautiful lake, Camp All-Star hosts kids from around the world. When thinking about your next overnight summer camp, consider the best--Camp All-Star!
Great Sports Summer Camps for Kids
Camp All-Star stands out among the successful camps in the U.S.We have the best sports fields and courts to make your child's sports camp experience a successful one.Your child can enjoy playing for hours in any of our more than 30 sports and activities each day.Our camper to staff rate is three to one, which makes it possible for children to receive more careful instruction.
We have a wide variety of activities and sports to choose from: fishing, dance, basketball, soccer, baseball, and tennis.Boys and girls, aged 8-16, can customize their own schedules in our 2, 3, 4 or 6 week summer camp session for kids.
The aim of Camp All-Star is to develop athletic skills, encourage abilities in leadership, fair play and team work, and provide a fun, rewarding and memorable summer sports camp experience.Our staff have the experience and qualified training necessary to ensure that your child has a successful, memorable and enjoyable time at our summer camp.
Call Today About Our Overnight Summer Camps for Kids
Don't let your kids waste another summer playing video games and sitting around. Let them enjoy their time and get some exercise at our exciting and friendly summer sports camp.Information for our upcoming camps can be found on our website.For additional information or questions, contact us today.We hope your kids can join us at Camp All-Star!
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One of the goals of Camp All-star is to _ .
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"fire kids' imagination",
"build up kids' confidence",
"develop kids' leadership skills",
"promote kids' self-control"
] |
C
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devhigh12587
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Camp All-Star
One of a Kind Summer Camps for Kids
Welcome to Camp All-Star, your No.1 summer sports camp for kids! Located on the famous Kents Hill School campus by the beautiful lake, Camp All-Star hosts kids from around the world. When thinking about your next overnight summer camp, consider the best--Camp All-Star!
Great Sports Summer Camps for Kids
Camp All-Star stands out among the successful camps in the U.S.We have the best sports fields and courts to make your child's sports camp experience a successful one.Your child can enjoy playing for hours in any of our more than 30 sports and activities each day.Our camper to staff rate is three to one, which makes it possible for children to receive more careful instruction.
We have a wide variety of activities and sports to choose from: fishing, dance, basketball, soccer, baseball, and tennis.Boys and girls, aged 8-16, can customize their own schedules in our 2, 3, 4 or 6 week summer camp session for kids.
The aim of Camp All-Star is to develop athletic skills, encourage abilities in leadership, fair play and team work, and provide a fun, rewarding and memorable summer sports camp experience.Our staff have the experience and qualified training necessary to ensure that your child has a successful, memorable and enjoyable time at our summer camp.
Call Today About Our Overnight Summer Camps for Kids
Don't let your kids waste another summer playing video games and sitting around. Let them enjoy their time and get some exercise at our exciting and friendly summer sports camp.Information for our upcoming camps can be found on our website.For additional information or questions, contact us today.We hope your kids can join us at Camp All-Star!
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This advertisement is intended for _ .
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"parents",
"coaches",
"staff",
"campers"
] |
A
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On a cold winter day in Denver, I waited in line to see my hero, Jack Canfield, the co-author of the best-selling Chicken Soup for the Soul series and the author of The Success Principles. What Jack had become was a version of what I wanted to be.
During his talk, Jack 1 his wallet, pulled out a hundred-dollar bill, and said, "Who wants this?"
Hnads shot up in the audience; people leaned forward to see whom Jack would choose. But I
ran up the stairs to the stage and grabbed the bill from his hand. He turned to me and said, "Yes, that's it! Instead of waiting around for opportunities, simply take the initiative and create what we want!"
After this week, I asked for his personal e-mail address and sent him e-mail sharing my views and dreams. He kindly e-mailed back simple encouragement such as "Keep thinking and playing bigger; it's much more fun that way. Love, Jack." Then I got occupied with other things in life and I stopped e-mail Jack.
A year later, my dream gradually faded. I had this idea if I got back in touch with Jack. I e-mailed him again and again but got no response. As I sat down at my computer to check my e-mail for the fifth time in 15 minutes, an inspiration came like lighting: What was I doing? Was I waiting for the prize of life? I knew I needed to do something about all this waiting. I was going to write a book, which I would call "Waiting for Jack"!
It all sounded good, but then reality hit. Some nights I cried and wanted to give up. I wrote and rewrote. Even though I could feel the fear, I did it anyway. Fortunately, three years later, Waiting for Jack turns out a best-seller on Amazon!
We all have a "Jack" for whom we wait--whether it's a person, a place or a thing. Now I would like to ask you: what are you waiting for?
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It can be inferred from the passage that Jack Canfield is probably a person who _ .
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[
"enjoys playing a lot",
"likes showing off his wealth",
"seldom takes risks",
"welcomes challenges in life"
] |
D
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devhigh12609
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On a cold winter day in Denver, I waited in line to see my hero, Jack Canfield, the co-author of the best-selling Chicken Soup for the Soul series and the author of The Success Principles. What Jack had become was a version of what I wanted to be.
During his talk, Jack 1 his wallet, pulled out a hundred-dollar bill, and said, "Who wants this?"
Hnads shot up in the audience; people leaned forward to see whom Jack would choose. But I
ran up the stairs to the stage and grabbed the bill from his hand. He turned to me and said, "Yes, that's it! Instead of waiting around for opportunities, simply take the initiative and create what we want!"
After this week, I asked for his personal e-mail address and sent him e-mail sharing my views and dreams. He kindly e-mailed back simple encouragement such as "Keep thinking and playing bigger; it's much more fun that way. Love, Jack." Then I got occupied with other things in life and I stopped e-mail Jack.
A year later, my dream gradually faded. I had this idea if I got back in touch with Jack. I e-mailed him again and again but got no response. As I sat down at my computer to check my e-mail for the fifth time in 15 minutes, an inspiration came like lighting: What was I doing? Was I waiting for the prize of life? I knew I needed to do something about all this waiting. I was going to write a book, which I would call "Waiting for Jack"!
It all sounded good, but then reality hit. Some nights I cried and wanted to give up. I wrote and rewrote. Even though I could feel the fear, I did it anyway. Fortunately, three years later, Waiting for Jack turns out a best-seller on Amazon!
We all have a "Jack" for whom we wait--whether it's a person, a place or a thing. Now I would like to ask you: what are you waiting for?
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How did the author lose contact with Jack?
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[
"She and Jack had an argument",
"She had no time to contact Jack",
"Jack was too proud to get along with",
"She was too upset with her broken dream"
] |
B
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devhigh12609
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On a cold winter day in Denver, I waited in line to see my hero, Jack Canfield, the co-author of the best-selling Chicken Soup for the Soul series and the author of The Success Principles. What Jack had become was a version of what I wanted to be.
During his talk, Jack 1 his wallet, pulled out a hundred-dollar bill, and said, "Who wants this?"
Hnads shot up in the audience; people leaned forward to see whom Jack would choose. But I
ran up the stairs to the stage and grabbed the bill from his hand. He turned to me and said, "Yes, that's it! Instead of waiting around for opportunities, simply take the initiative and create what we want!"
After this week, I asked for his personal e-mail address and sent him e-mail sharing my views and dreams. He kindly e-mailed back simple encouragement such as "Keep thinking and playing bigger; it's much more fun that way. Love, Jack." Then I got occupied with other things in life and I stopped e-mail Jack.
A year later, my dream gradually faded. I had this idea if I got back in touch with Jack. I e-mailed him again and again but got no response. As I sat down at my computer to check my e-mail for the fifth time in 15 minutes, an inspiration came like lighting: What was I doing? Was I waiting for the prize of life? I knew I needed to do something about all this waiting. I was going to write a book, which I would call "Waiting for Jack"!
It all sounded good, but then reality hit. Some nights I cried and wanted to give up. I wrote and rewrote. Even though I could feel the fear, I did it anyway. Fortunately, three years later, Waiting for Jack turns out a best-seller on Amazon!
We all have a "Jack" for whom we wait--whether it's a person, a place or a thing. Now I would like to ask you: what are you waiting for?
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What might be the theme of the book Waiting for Jack?
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[
"The disappointment of waiting for her hero Jack",
"The need to keep waiting for the prize of our life",
"The importance of taking action to achieve a goal",
"The harm of blindly worshipping others as heroes"
] |
C
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It is never too late to try to make your dreams come true. This could be Mary Moe's motto--the expression that best presents her spirit. Mary Moe has done a lot during the past 91 years. For much of that time, she wanted to fly, but never had the chance--until now. She recently achieved her life-long dream.
Mary just learned how to fly an airplane, a dream she has had since she was a little girl. Growing up, she was inspired by two American pilots: Charles Lindburgh Amelia Earhart. They became her inspiration. Lindbugh made the solo nonstop flight across the Atlantic Ocean in 1927. Five years later, Earhart became the first woman to make the flight. But Mary Moe could not find time to make her dream come true. At age 34, she was just too busy--busy fighting cancer. She was also busy with her job in advertising and busy raising her family.
There was simply no time to think about flying a plane. And it was difficult for her to drive to the airport. Lessons were costly. Everything seemed to be working against Mary.
"I had actually gone out to that airport in the 1980s to see about flying lessons and it was such a long drive out and expensive and I thought, 'No, I have to _ for a while.'" So her dream had to wait. She kept it on the back burner. Then, at age 91, her wish finally came true.
Ms Moe learned about Wish of a lifetime. Wish of a Lifetime is a non-profit organization whose goal is to change the way our society thinks about aging and older adults.
Sally Webster works for the group. Wish of Lifetime helps older people, senior citizens, enjoy a dream. It also sends the message that it is never too late for a dream. So they really try to look for those stories that are inspiring and can show people that older Americans can achieve things just like younger Americans can.
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In her thirties, Mary Moe must have _
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[
"lived a smooth life",
"been unemployed",
"spent a hard time",
"learned how to fly"
] |
C
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devhigh12617
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It is never too late to try to make your dreams come true. This could be Mary Moe's motto--the expression that best presents her spirit. Mary Moe has done a lot during the past 91 years. For much of that time, she wanted to fly, but never had the chance--until now. She recently achieved her life-long dream.
Mary just learned how to fly an airplane, a dream she has had since she was a little girl. Growing up, she was inspired by two American pilots: Charles Lindburgh Amelia Earhart. They became her inspiration. Lindbugh made the solo nonstop flight across the Atlantic Ocean in 1927. Five years later, Earhart became the first woman to make the flight. But Mary Moe could not find time to make her dream come true. At age 34, she was just too busy--busy fighting cancer. She was also busy with her job in advertising and busy raising her family.
There was simply no time to think about flying a plane. And it was difficult for her to drive to the airport. Lessons were costly. Everything seemed to be working against Mary.
"I had actually gone out to that airport in the 1980s to see about flying lessons and it was such a long drive out and expensive and I thought, 'No, I have to _ for a while.'" So her dream had to wait. She kept it on the back burner. Then, at age 91, her wish finally came true.
Ms Moe learned about Wish of a lifetime. Wish of a Lifetime is a non-profit organization whose goal is to change the way our society thinks about aging and older adults.
Sally Webster works for the group. Wish of Lifetime helps older people, senior citizens, enjoy a dream. It also sends the message that it is never too late for a dream. So they really try to look for those stories that are inspiring and can show people that older Americans can achieve things just like younger Americans can.
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Wish of Lifetime is set up in order to _ .
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[
"change people's thought about the old",
"improve people's life",
"raise money for the old",
"help the old live on themselves"
] |
A
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devhigh12632
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Knowing how much her own children loved presents at Christmas, Ann Sutton always tried to seek help for one or two poor families. With a social worker mother, the Sutton children. had inherited her commitment to service, and knew never to take their good fortune at Christmas for granted. This year, Kinzie, her seven-year-old daughter was thrilled that Santa Claus would make a special visit to a 22-year-old mother named Ashley who worked in a factory raising her 12-month-old son by herself.
The phone rang on Sunday. A representative from a local organization was calling to say that the aid Ann had requested for Ashley had fallen through. No Santa Claus, no presents, nothing.
Ann saw the cheer fade away from her children's faces at the news. Without a word, Kinzie ran into her bedroom. She returned, her face set with determination.
Opening up her piggy bank, she put all the coins onto the table: $3.30. Everything she had.
"Mom," she told Ann, "I know it's not much. But maybe this will buy a present for the baby."
At a breakfast meeting the next day, Ann told her coworkers about her daughter story. To her surprise, staff members began to open their purses. and empty their pockets to help Kinzie .On Christmas Eve, Ann drove through the pouring rain to the small trailer where the Ashley's lived. Then she began to unload the gifts from the car, handing them to Ashley one by one.
Ashley was very moved. Reflecting on a little girl's generosity, Ashley says she'll one day be able to do something similar for someone else in need. "Kinzie could have used that money for herself, but she gave it away," Ashley says. "She's the type of kid I'd like my son to grow up to be."
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According to the text, Ann Sutton _ .
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[
"only cares about poor children",
"has possessed a good fortune",
"is warm-hearted and ready to help others",
"is a single mother with a 12-month-old boy."
] |
C
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devhigh12632
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Knowing how much her own children loved presents at Christmas, Ann Sutton always tried to seek help for one or two poor families. With a social worker mother, the Sutton children. had inherited her commitment to service, and knew never to take their good fortune at Christmas for granted. This year, Kinzie, her seven-year-old daughter was thrilled that Santa Claus would make a special visit to a 22-year-old mother named Ashley who worked in a factory raising her 12-month-old son by herself.
The phone rang on Sunday. A representative from a local organization was calling to say that the aid Ann had requested for Ashley had fallen through. No Santa Claus, no presents, nothing.
Ann saw the cheer fade away from her children's faces at the news. Without a word, Kinzie ran into her bedroom. She returned, her face set with determination.
Opening up her piggy bank, she put all the coins onto the table: $3.30. Everything she had.
"Mom," she told Ann, "I know it's not much. But maybe this will buy a present for the baby."
At a breakfast meeting the next day, Ann told her coworkers about her daughter story. To her surprise, staff members began to open their purses. and empty their pockets to help Kinzie .On Christmas Eve, Ann drove through the pouring rain to the small trailer where the Ashley's lived. Then she began to unload the gifts from the car, handing them to Ashley one by one.
Ashley was very moved. Reflecting on a little girl's generosity, Ashley says she'll one day be able to do something similar for someone else in need. "Kinzie could have used that money for herself, but she gave it away," Ashley says. "She's the type of kid I'd like my son to grow up to be."
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When hearing the aid had fallen through,, Kinzie
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[
"was not sad but cheerfu1",
"put all her coins away immediately",
"told her mother to ask the coworkers for help",
"decided to buy a present for the baby with all her allowance"
] |
D
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devhigh12632
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Knowing how much her own children loved presents at Christmas, Ann Sutton always tried to seek help for one or two poor families. With a social worker mother, the Sutton children. had inherited her commitment to service, and knew never to take their good fortune at Christmas for granted. This year, Kinzie, her seven-year-old daughter was thrilled that Santa Claus would make a special visit to a 22-year-old mother named Ashley who worked in a factory raising her 12-month-old son by herself.
The phone rang on Sunday. A representative from a local organization was calling to say that the aid Ann had requested for Ashley had fallen through. No Santa Claus, no presents, nothing.
Ann saw the cheer fade away from her children's faces at the news. Without a word, Kinzie ran into her bedroom. She returned, her face set with determination.
Opening up her piggy bank, she put all the coins onto the table: $3.30. Everything she had.
"Mom," she told Ann, "I know it's not much. But maybe this will buy a present for the baby."
At a breakfast meeting the next day, Ann told her coworkers about her daughter story. To her surprise, staff members began to open their purses. and empty their pockets to help Kinzie .On Christmas Eve, Ann drove through the pouring rain to the small trailer where the Ashley's lived. Then she began to unload the gifts from the car, handing them to Ashley one by one.
Ashley was very moved. Reflecting on a little girl's generosity, Ashley says she'll one day be able to do something similar for someone else in need. "Kinzie could have used that money for herself, but she gave it away," Ashley says. "She's the type of kid I'd like my son to grow up to be."
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From the text we can learn that.
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[
"Ann would act as Santa Claus to hand out the Christmas presents",
"the Sutton children always got lots of presents at Christmas",
"Kinzie's generosity influenced others and they clici something similar",
"Ashley was moved and promised to return the money"
] |
C
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devhigh12632
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Knowing how much her own children loved presents at Christmas, Ann Sutton always tried to seek help for one or two poor families. With a social worker mother, the Sutton children. had inherited her commitment to service, and knew never to take their good fortune at Christmas for granted. This year, Kinzie, her seven-year-old daughter was thrilled that Santa Claus would make a special visit to a 22-year-old mother named Ashley who worked in a factory raising her 12-month-old son by herself.
The phone rang on Sunday. A representative from a local organization was calling to say that the aid Ann had requested for Ashley had fallen through. No Santa Claus, no presents, nothing.
Ann saw the cheer fade away from her children's faces at the news. Without a word, Kinzie ran into her bedroom. She returned, her face set with determination.
Opening up her piggy bank, she put all the coins onto the table: $3.30. Everything she had.
"Mom," she told Ann, "I know it's not much. But maybe this will buy a present for the baby."
At a breakfast meeting the next day, Ann told her coworkers about her daughter story. To her surprise, staff members began to open their purses. and empty their pockets to help Kinzie .On Christmas Eve, Ann drove through the pouring rain to the small trailer where the Ashley's lived. Then she began to unload the gifts from the car, handing them to Ashley one by one.
Ashley was very moved. Reflecting on a little girl's generosity, Ashley says she'll one day be able to do something similar for someone else in need. "Kinzie could have used that money for herself, but she gave it away," Ashley says. "She's the type of kid I'd like my son to grow up to be."
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What does the text mainly talk about?
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[
"How a warm-hearted mother shows her love to a poor family.",
"How a mother and her young daughter helped a poor family.",
"Many people make contributions to those in need. '",
"What happened to a poor family on Christmas Eve."
] |
B
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devhigh12636
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A At a recent visit to the beautiful Keukenhof flower gardens in Holland, I learned about the practice of topping.As flowers grow, sometimes the growers cut off the tops of the flowers, which they believe causes the plants to invest more energy into flower growth and less into seed production.The expected result is flower buds that will produce higher quality flowers.
This is the same with personal growth.Sometimes when we produce first results in a certain area, it can be helpful to cut them off and throw them away.This can free up energy for a stronger attempt elsewhere instead of settling into the comfort zone of satisfaction with the old results.
After running my computer games business for 10 years and getting satisfying results with it, I decided to drop it and leave that field behind.This freed up my energy to focus on my personal development writing and speaking.If I'd kept running the old business, this would have meant less energy to invest in my new path.
It can be difficult to choose the topping approach because you're taking something that's already reasonably satisfying and cutting it out of your life, in the hopes that something even better will grow in its place.
Do you want to settle where you are right now? If so, then topping is unnecessary.But if you'd like to do better and believe you have a good shot at improvement, just like the flower growers at Keukenhof, then topping is a sensible practice.To free up time and energy for future growth in new directions, you have to drop the merely satisfactory.This gives you a shot at the truly beautiful.
Stepping outside of your comfort zone is by definition an uncomfortable experience, but it can result in a lot more growth than staying put.Though dropping satisfaction to go for more growth is not an easy path to follow, I do find it to be the more beautiful path.
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By using metaphor , the author means that the tops of flowers are _ .
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[
"personal growth",
"his writing and speaking",
"a stronger attempt elsewhere",
"the first results we produce in a certain area"
] |
D
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devhigh12636
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A At a recent visit to the beautiful Keukenhof flower gardens in Holland, I learned about the practice of topping.As flowers grow, sometimes the growers cut off the tops of the flowers, which they believe causes the plants to invest more energy into flower growth and less into seed production.The expected result is flower buds that will produce higher quality flowers.
This is the same with personal growth.Sometimes when we produce first results in a certain area, it can be helpful to cut them off and throw them away.This can free up energy for a stronger attempt elsewhere instead of settling into the comfort zone of satisfaction with the old results.
After running my computer games business for 10 years and getting satisfying results with it, I decided to drop it and leave that field behind.This freed up my energy to focus on my personal development writing and speaking.If I'd kept running the old business, this would have meant less energy to invest in my new path.
It can be difficult to choose the topping approach because you're taking something that's already reasonably satisfying and cutting it out of your life, in the hopes that something even better will grow in its place.
Do you want to settle where you are right now? If so, then topping is unnecessary.But if you'd like to do better and believe you have a good shot at improvement, just like the flower growers at Keukenhof, then topping is a sensible practice.To free up time and energy for future growth in new directions, you have to drop the merely satisfactory.This gives you a shot at the truly beautiful.
Stepping outside of your comfort zone is by definition an uncomfortable experience, but it can result in a lot more growth than staying put.Though dropping satisfaction to go for more growth is not an easy path to follow, I do find it to be the more beautiful path.
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If you believe that you "have a good shot at improvement", you believe that _ .
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[
"you are good at improving",
"you are fond of improving",
"you have a strong ability to improve",
"you have a good chance to improve"
] |
D
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devhigh12636
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A At a recent visit to the beautiful Keukenhof flower gardens in Holland, I learned about the practice of topping.As flowers grow, sometimes the growers cut off the tops of the flowers, which they believe causes the plants to invest more energy into flower growth and less into seed production.The expected result is flower buds that will produce higher quality flowers.
This is the same with personal growth.Sometimes when we produce first results in a certain area, it can be helpful to cut them off and throw them away.This can free up energy for a stronger attempt elsewhere instead of settling into the comfort zone of satisfaction with the old results.
After running my computer games business for 10 years and getting satisfying results with it, I decided to drop it and leave that field behind.This freed up my energy to focus on my personal development writing and speaking.If I'd kept running the old business, this would have meant less energy to invest in my new path.
It can be difficult to choose the topping approach because you're taking something that's already reasonably satisfying and cutting it out of your life, in the hopes that something even better will grow in its place.
Do you want to settle where you are right now? If so, then topping is unnecessary.But if you'd like to do better and believe you have a good shot at improvement, just like the flower growers at Keukenhof, then topping is a sensible practice.To free up time and energy for future growth in new directions, you have to drop the merely satisfactory.This gives you a shot at the truly beautiful.
Stepping outside of your comfort zone is by definition an uncomfortable experience, but it can result in a lot more growth than staying put.Though dropping satisfaction to go for more growth is not an easy path to follow, I do find it to be the more beautiful path.
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The author calls on the readers through the passage to _ .
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[
"settle where they are",
"drop the truly beautiful",
"step out of their comfort zone",
"get rid of the uncomfortable experience"
] |
C
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devhigh12636
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A At a recent visit to the beautiful Keukenhof flower gardens in Holland, I learned about the practice of topping.As flowers grow, sometimes the growers cut off the tops of the flowers, which they believe causes the plants to invest more energy into flower growth and less into seed production.The expected result is flower buds that will produce higher quality flowers.
This is the same with personal growth.Sometimes when we produce first results in a certain area, it can be helpful to cut them off and throw them away.This can free up energy for a stronger attempt elsewhere instead of settling into the comfort zone of satisfaction with the old results.
After running my computer games business for 10 years and getting satisfying results with it, I decided to drop it and leave that field behind.This freed up my energy to focus on my personal development writing and speaking.If I'd kept running the old business, this would have meant less energy to invest in my new path.
It can be difficult to choose the topping approach because you're taking something that's already reasonably satisfying and cutting it out of your life, in the hopes that something even better will grow in its place.
Do you want to settle where you are right now? If so, then topping is unnecessary.But if you'd like to do better and believe you have a good shot at improvement, just like the flower growers at Keukenhof, then topping is a sensible practice.To free up time and energy for future growth in new directions, you have to drop the merely satisfactory.This gives you a shot at the truly beautiful.
Stepping outside of your comfort zone is by definition an uncomfortable experience, but it can result in a lot more growth than staying put.Though dropping satisfaction to go for more growth is not an easy path to follow, I do find it to be the more beautiful path.
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The best title of the passage should be _ .
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[
"Flower Gardens in Holland",
"Comfort or Growth",
"Personal Development",
"The Topping Approach"
] |
B
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devhigh1266
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Here's one very simple but lifechanging advice that I first heard from Brian Tracy. Cut down on the TV at night by just one hour. Instead, use that hour to read books that could improve your life.
If you're a salesman, google for the best and most useful books on improving your sales.
This applies to all fields, not just the work-related ones. Maybe you want to improve your health, become a more energetic person. Or maybe you want to improve your study, your relations or perhaps do some personal development.
One hour a day is not much. But if you read for one hour a day on weekdays, that's about 260 hours a year. That's a large number of books and a lot of useful advice.
If you follow the ideas, who knows what great things and feelings could come into your life. Also, all that information and advice will start to open up your mind. You will start to see more chances in your life.
Now, you might think something like this:
1. I really don't have the money...
Answer: Visit your public library or search the database . Or look for books that are used in places like amazon.com.
2. I really don't have the time...
Answer: Buy audiobooks and listen to them in the car while driving to and from work. Or copy them to your MP3-player and listen while riding your bike /bus to work or school. Recently selling audiobooks through MP3-downloads has become popular...
Shut off the TV a little earlier and start reading.
|
What is Brian Tracy's lifechanging advice about?
|
[
"Watching TV.",
"Listening to MP3.",
"Surfing the internet.",
"Reading helpful books."
] |
D
|
devhigh1266
|
Here's one very simple but lifechanging advice that I first heard from Brian Tracy. Cut down on the TV at night by just one hour. Instead, use that hour to read books that could improve your life.
If you're a salesman, google for the best and most useful books on improving your sales.
This applies to all fields, not just the work-related ones. Maybe you want to improve your health, become a more energetic person. Or maybe you want to improve your study, your relations or perhaps do some personal development.
One hour a day is not much. But if you read for one hour a day on weekdays, that's about 260 hours a year. That's a large number of books and a lot of useful advice.
If you follow the ideas, who knows what great things and feelings could come into your life. Also, all that information and advice will start to open up your mind. You will start to see more chances in your life.
Now, you might think something like this:
1. I really don't have the money...
Answer: Visit your public library or search the database . Or look for books that are used in places like amazon.com.
2. I really don't have the time...
Answer: Buy audiobooks and listen to them in the car while driving to and from work. Or copy them to your MP3-player and listen while riding your bike /bus to work or school. Recently selling audiobooks through MP3-downloads has become popular...
Shut off the TV a little earlier and start reading.
|
If you'd like to improve your work, you should _ according to the writer.
|
[
"read work-related books",
"become more energetic",
"improve your study",
"improve your relations"
] |
A
|
devhigh1266
|
Here's one very simple but lifechanging advice that I first heard from Brian Tracy. Cut down on the TV at night by just one hour. Instead, use that hour to read books that could improve your life.
If you're a salesman, google for the best and most useful books on improving your sales.
This applies to all fields, not just the work-related ones. Maybe you want to improve your health, become a more energetic person. Or maybe you want to improve your study, your relations or perhaps do some personal development.
One hour a day is not much. But if you read for one hour a day on weekdays, that's about 260 hours a year. That's a large number of books and a lot of useful advice.
If you follow the ideas, who knows what great things and feelings could come into your life. Also, all that information and advice will start to open up your mind. You will start to see more chances in your life.
Now, you might think something like this:
1. I really don't have the money...
Answer: Visit your public library or search the database . Or look for books that are used in places like amazon.com.
2. I really don't have the time...
Answer: Buy audiobooks and listen to them in the car while driving to and from work. Or copy them to your MP3-player and listen while riding your bike /bus to work or school. Recently selling audiobooks through MP3-downloads has become popular...
Shut off the TV a little earlier and start reading.
|
Which is NOT true about reading an hour a day?
|
[
"It will open up your mind.",
"You will have about 260 hours a year to read.",
"You will read lots of books and get much useful advice.",
"It will probably bring great things and feelings into your life."
] |
B
|
devhigh1266
|
Here's one very simple but lifechanging advice that I first heard from Brian Tracy. Cut down on the TV at night by just one hour. Instead, use that hour to read books that could improve your life.
If you're a salesman, google for the best and most useful books on improving your sales.
This applies to all fields, not just the work-related ones. Maybe you want to improve your health, become a more energetic person. Or maybe you want to improve your study, your relations or perhaps do some personal development.
One hour a day is not much. But if you read for one hour a day on weekdays, that's about 260 hours a year. That's a large number of books and a lot of useful advice.
If you follow the ideas, who knows what great things and feelings could come into your life. Also, all that information and advice will start to open up your mind. You will start to see more chances in your life.
Now, you might think something like this:
1. I really don't have the money...
Answer: Visit your public library or search the database . Or look for books that are used in places like amazon.com.
2. I really don't have the time...
Answer: Buy audiobooks and listen to them in the car while driving to and from work. Or copy them to your MP3-player and listen while riding your bike /bus to work or school. Recently selling audiobooks through MP3-downloads has become popular...
Shut off the TV a little earlier and start reading.
|
What should you do if you really don't have the money to read?
|
[
"To buy some books from amazon.com.",
"To download MP3 free.",
"To visit the public library.",
"To borrow audiobooks and listen to them."
] |
C
|
devhigh1266
|
Here's one very simple but lifechanging advice that I first heard from Brian Tracy. Cut down on the TV at night by just one hour. Instead, use that hour to read books that could improve your life.
If you're a salesman, google for the best and most useful books on improving your sales.
This applies to all fields, not just the work-related ones. Maybe you want to improve your health, become a more energetic person. Or maybe you want to improve your study, your relations or perhaps do some personal development.
One hour a day is not much. But if you read for one hour a day on weekdays, that's about 260 hours a year. That's a large number of books and a lot of useful advice.
If you follow the ideas, who knows what great things and feelings could come into your life. Also, all that information and advice will start to open up your mind. You will start to see more chances in your life.
Now, you might think something like this:
1. I really don't have the money...
Answer: Visit your public library or search the database . Or look for books that are used in places like amazon.com.
2. I really don't have the time...
Answer: Buy audiobooks and listen to them in the car while driving to and from work. Or copy them to your MP3-player and listen while riding your bike /bus to work or school. Recently selling audiobooks through MP3-downloads has become popular...
Shut off the TV a little earlier and start reading.
|
What is the writer's idea about audiobooks?
|
[
"They are more useful.",
"Listening to audiobooks is easier than reading books.",
"It's dangerous to listen to audiobooks while driving or riding.",
"Audiobooks are a good solution to the problem of having no time to read."
] |
D
|
devhigh12687
|
Last year, I lived in Chile for half a year. I lived with a Chilean family and had the responsibilities of any Chilean teenager. I had good days and bad days I didn't understand.
Chuquicamata, my host community, is a mining camp. When I arrived there, I was scared. It was so different from what I was used to. There were lots of dogs in the streets, and there was no downtown, few smoothly paved streets, and little to do for entertainment. Rain was not seen very often, earthquakes and windstorms were frequent.
I had studied Spanish for two and a half years and was always one of the best students in my class. But in my first week in Chile I was only able to communicate and needed one person to whom I could explain my shock. I couldn't speak the thoughts in my head and there were so many.
Most exchange students experienced this like me. Culture shock presents itself in everything from increased aggression towards the people to lack of appetite . I was required to overcome all difficulties.
As time passed, everything changed. I began to forget words in English and to dream in Spanish and love Chilean food. I got used to not depending on expensive things for fun. Fun in Chuquicamata was being with people. And I took math, physics, chemistry, biology, Spanish, art, and philosophy.
But the sacrifices were nothing compared to the gain. I learned how to accept and to succeed in another culture. I now have a deeper understanding of both myself and others.
|
The author came to Chile last year with the purpose of _ .
|
[
"paying a visit to Chile as a tourist",
"experiencing Chilean life as a teacher",
"studying Chilean culture as a college student",
"studying knowledge as an exchange student"
] |
D
|
devhigh12687
|
Last year, I lived in Chile for half a year. I lived with a Chilean family and had the responsibilities of any Chilean teenager. I had good days and bad days I didn't understand.
Chuquicamata, my host community, is a mining camp. When I arrived there, I was scared. It was so different from what I was used to. There were lots of dogs in the streets, and there was no downtown, few smoothly paved streets, and little to do for entertainment. Rain was not seen very often, earthquakes and windstorms were frequent.
I had studied Spanish for two and a half years and was always one of the best students in my class. But in my first week in Chile I was only able to communicate and needed one person to whom I could explain my shock. I couldn't speak the thoughts in my head and there were so many.
Most exchange students experienced this like me. Culture shock presents itself in everything from increased aggression towards the people to lack of appetite . I was required to overcome all difficulties.
As time passed, everything changed. I began to forget words in English and to dream in Spanish and love Chilean food. I got used to not depending on expensive things for fun. Fun in Chuquicamata was being with people. And I took math, physics, chemistry, biology, Spanish, art, and philosophy.
But the sacrifices were nothing compared to the gain. I learned how to accept and to succeed in another culture. I now have a deeper understanding of both myself and others.
|
On arriving in Chile, why did the author feel frightened?
|
[
"Because he did not know how to get along with the local people.",
"Because it was full of dangers like earthquakes and windstorms.",
"Because its living conditions were worse than what he was used to.",
"Because it was not convenient for him to shop there."
] |
C
|
devhigh12687
|
Last year, I lived in Chile for half a year. I lived with a Chilean family and had the responsibilities of any Chilean teenager. I had good days and bad days I didn't understand.
Chuquicamata, my host community, is a mining camp. When I arrived there, I was scared. It was so different from what I was used to. There were lots of dogs in the streets, and there was no downtown, few smoothly paved streets, and little to do for entertainment. Rain was not seen very often, earthquakes and windstorms were frequent.
I had studied Spanish for two and a half years and was always one of the best students in my class. But in my first week in Chile I was only able to communicate and needed one person to whom I could explain my shock. I couldn't speak the thoughts in my head and there were so many.
Most exchange students experienced this like me. Culture shock presents itself in everything from increased aggression towards the people to lack of appetite . I was required to overcome all difficulties.
As time passed, everything changed. I began to forget words in English and to dream in Spanish and love Chilean food. I got used to not depending on expensive things for fun. Fun in Chuquicamata was being with people. And I took math, physics, chemistry, biology, Spanish, art, and philosophy.
But the sacrifices were nothing compared to the gain. I learned how to accept and to succeed in another culture. I now have a deeper understanding of both myself and others.
|
What did the author most probably think of his life in Chile?
|
[
"Wonderful and worthwhile",
"Difficult but meaningful",
"Difficult and meaningless",
"Boring and disappointing"
] |
B
|
devhigh12687
|
Last year, I lived in Chile for half a year. I lived with a Chilean family and had the responsibilities of any Chilean teenager. I had good days and bad days I didn't understand.
Chuquicamata, my host community, is a mining camp. When I arrived there, I was scared. It was so different from what I was used to. There were lots of dogs in the streets, and there was no downtown, few smoothly paved streets, and little to do for entertainment. Rain was not seen very often, earthquakes and windstorms were frequent.
I had studied Spanish for two and a half years and was always one of the best students in my class. But in my first week in Chile I was only able to communicate and needed one person to whom I could explain my shock. I couldn't speak the thoughts in my head and there were so many.
Most exchange students experienced this like me. Culture shock presents itself in everything from increased aggression towards the people to lack of appetite . I was required to overcome all difficulties.
As time passed, everything changed. I began to forget words in English and to dream in Spanish and love Chilean food. I got used to not depending on expensive things for fun. Fun in Chuquicamata was being with people. And I took math, physics, chemistry, biology, Spanish, art, and philosophy.
But the sacrifices were nothing compared to the gain. I learned how to accept and to succeed in another culture. I now have a deeper understanding of both myself and others.
|
According to the passage, which of the following statements about Chile is TRUE?
|
[
"Its official language is Spanish and English.",
"It is a developing country without foreign students.",
"It seldom rains and natural disasters often happen.",
"Most Chileans are not friendly to foreigners."
] |
C
|
devhigh12700
|
Europe loves bicycle
_ But not even these difficulties can stop Europeans passion for cycling. According to BBC,bicycles outsold cars in 26 of the European Union's 28 states last year.
In some European countries just like Denmark and the Netherlands, people really love bicycles.
But BBC reported that Spain is also _ bicycling: for the first time on record, bicycles outsold cars in the country in 2012.
And it's becoming a continent-wide phenomenon. "people ride to work and take their bikes to the grocery
store," Bill Strickland, executive editor of Bicycling magazine, told Reuters.
So what has led to cycling's growing popularity in Europe?
"Cycling is a safe, clean, healthy way to get around," the Daily Star concluded. "it not only reduces traffic congestion and pollution, abut also contributes to public health."
Bike-friendly policies have also contributed to the phenomenon.
Dozens of cities have joined a European Union initiative to make bicycles on the par with (......) cars as a form of urban transport. Quite a few cities such as Stockholm, London, Florence and Munich now offer extensive networks of well-marked bike lanes.
Copenhagen take it as a step future by keeping bicycles and motor vehicles physically separate as much as possible. On these routes, stoplights are adjusted to the rhythms of bicycles, not cars. And the routs are lined with bicycle pump stations that are designed to the Daily Star.
For people living far from city centers, getting to work by bicycles alone may not be time-efficient. That's why many European countries now allow cyclists to bring their bicycles onto subway trains.
Europeans are also creative in solving parking problems. The Daily Star reported that Amsterdam has come up with a high-tech solution: you lock your bike to a rack , which then revolves underground. When you want your bike back, the rack rotates it back to the surface.
|
Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the article?
|
[
"In Denmark, all bike lanes are separated from motorized traffic.",
"In Copenhagen, cyclists are given priority over drivers in many traffic situations.",
"Bicycles are not allowed to be taken onto subway trains in most European countries.",
"Amsterdam's cycling network and underground parking system is the most advanced in the world."
] |
B
|
devhigh12700
|
Europe loves bicycle
_ But not even these difficulties can stop Europeans passion for cycling. According to BBC,bicycles outsold cars in 26 of the European Union's 28 states last year.
In some European countries just like Denmark and the Netherlands, people really love bicycles.
But BBC reported that Spain is also _ bicycling: for the first time on record, bicycles outsold cars in the country in 2012.
And it's becoming a continent-wide phenomenon. "people ride to work and take their bikes to the grocery
store," Bill Strickland, executive editor of Bicycling magazine, told Reuters.
So what has led to cycling's growing popularity in Europe?
"Cycling is a safe, clean, healthy way to get around," the Daily Star concluded. "it not only reduces traffic congestion and pollution, abut also contributes to public health."
Bike-friendly policies have also contributed to the phenomenon.
Dozens of cities have joined a European Union initiative to make bicycles on the par with (......) cars as a form of urban transport. Quite a few cities such as Stockholm, London, Florence and Munich now offer extensive networks of well-marked bike lanes.
Copenhagen take it as a step future by keeping bicycles and motor vehicles physically separate as much as possible. On these routes, stoplights are adjusted to the rhythms of bicycles, not cars. And the routs are lined with bicycle pump stations that are designed to the Daily Star.
For people living far from city centers, getting to work by bicycles alone may not be time-efficient. That's why many European countries now allow cyclists to bring their bicycles onto subway trains.
Europeans are also creative in solving parking problems. The Daily Star reported that Amsterdam has come up with a high-tech solution: you lock your bike to a rack , which then revolves underground. When you want your bike back, the rack rotates it back to the surface.
|
More and more Europeans prefer bicycles because _ .
|
[
"They think cycling is a safe, clean, healthy, inexpensive way to get around.",
"Cars are usually caught in traffic jams.",
"Governments require them to do so.",
"It is convenient to park their bicycles."
] |
A
|
devhigh12716
|
For many people, leisure time is an opportunity to get outdoors, have some fun and meet interesting people. Add two pieces of advanced 21stcentury technology -- global positioning system (GPS) devices and the Internet -- to get "geocaching".
The word geocaching comes from "geo" (earth) and "cache" (hidden storage). Geocachers log onto a website to find information about the location of a cache -- usually a waterproof plastic box containing small items such as toys and CDs -- along with a notebook where "finders" can enter comments and learn about the cache "owner", the person who created and hid the cache. Finders may take any of the items in the cache but are expected to replace them with something of similar value. They then visit the website again and write a message to the owner.
Geocaching became possible on May 1, 2000, when a satellite system developed by the U.S. Department of Defense was made public. Using an inexpensive GPS device, anyone on earth can send a signal to the satellites and receive information about their position. This is basically a high-tech version of orienteering, the traditional pastime which uses maps and compasses instead of GPS to determine one's location.
Geocachers are a very considerate group. Owners carefully choose a cache's location to give finders an enjoyable experience, such as a beautiful view or a good campsite. They also consider the environmental impact of their cache since it could result in an increased number of visitors to an area. As for the content of the caches, owners and finders must only use items that are suitable for the whole family, as caches are found by geocachers of all ages.
|
According to the passage, geocaching is _ .
|
[
"an outdoor leisure activity",
"a new type of technology",
"a game used to teach geography",
"a program to protect environment"
] |
A
|
devhigh12716
|
For many people, leisure time is an opportunity to get outdoors, have some fun and meet interesting people. Add two pieces of advanced 21stcentury technology -- global positioning system (GPS) devices and the Internet -- to get "geocaching".
The word geocaching comes from "geo" (earth) and "cache" (hidden storage). Geocachers log onto a website to find information about the location of a cache -- usually a waterproof plastic box containing small items such as toys and CDs -- along with a notebook where "finders" can enter comments and learn about the cache "owner", the person who created and hid the cache. Finders may take any of the items in the cache but are expected to replace them with something of similar value. They then visit the website again and write a message to the owner.
Geocaching became possible on May 1, 2000, when a satellite system developed by the U.S. Department of Defense was made public. Using an inexpensive GPS device, anyone on earth can send a signal to the satellites and receive information about their position. This is basically a high-tech version of orienteering, the traditional pastime which uses maps and compasses instead of GPS to determine one's location.
Geocachers are a very considerate group. Owners carefully choose a cache's location to give finders an enjoyable experience, such as a beautiful view or a good campsite. They also consider the environmental impact of their cache since it could result in an increased number of visitors to an area. As for the content of the caches, owners and finders must only use items that are suitable for the whole family, as caches are found by geocachers of all ages.
|
How can finders learn about the cache owners?
|
[
"By meeting them.",
"By going to a website.",
"From the notebook.",
"From the satellite."
] |
C
|
devhigh12716
|
For many people, leisure time is an opportunity to get outdoors, have some fun and meet interesting people. Add two pieces of advanced 21stcentury technology -- global positioning system (GPS) devices and the Internet -- to get "geocaching".
The word geocaching comes from "geo" (earth) and "cache" (hidden storage). Geocachers log onto a website to find information about the location of a cache -- usually a waterproof plastic box containing small items such as toys and CDs -- along with a notebook where "finders" can enter comments and learn about the cache "owner", the person who created and hid the cache. Finders may take any of the items in the cache but are expected to replace them with something of similar value. They then visit the website again and write a message to the owner.
Geocaching became possible on May 1, 2000, when a satellite system developed by the U.S. Department of Defense was made public. Using an inexpensive GPS device, anyone on earth can send a signal to the satellites and receive information about their position. This is basically a high-tech version of orienteering, the traditional pastime which uses maps and compasses instead of GPS to determine one's location.
Geocachers are a very considerate group. Owners carefully choose a cache's location to give finders an enjoyable experience, such as a beautiful view or a good campsite. They also consider the environmental impact of their cache since it could result in an increased number of visitors to an area. As for the content of the caches, owners and finders must only use items that are suitable for the whole family, as caches are found by geocachers of all ages.
|
Which of the following is NOT used in geocaching?
|
[
"A GPS device.",
"A compass.",
"A plastic container.",
"The Internet."
] |
B
|
devhigh12716
|
For many people, leisure time is an opportunity to get outdoors, have some fun and meet interesting people. Add two pieces of advanced 21stcentury technology -- global positioning system (GPS) devices and the Internet -- to get "geocaching".
The word geocaching comes from "geo" (earth) and "cache" (hidden storage). Geocachers log onto a website to find information about the location of a cache -- usually a waterproof plastic box containing small items such as toys and CDs -- along with a notebook where "finders" can enter comments and learn about the cache "owner", the person who created and hid the cache. Finders may take any of the items in the cache but are expected to replace them with something of similar value. They then visit the website again and write a message to the owner.
Geocaching became possible on May 1, 2000, when a satellite system developed by the U.S. Department of Defense was made public. Using an inexpensive GPS device, anyone on earth can send a signal to the satellites and receive information about their position. This is basically a high-tech version of orienteering, the traditional pastime which uses maps and compasses instead of GPS to determine one's location.
Geocachers are a very considerate group. Owners carefully choose a cache's location to give finders an enjoyable experience, such as a beautiful view or a good campsite. They also consider the environmental impact of their cache since it could result in an increased number of visitors to an area. As for the content of the caches, owners and finders must only use items that are suitable for the whole family, as caches are found by geocachers of all ages.
|
Which of the following is true according to the passage?
|
[
"Most geocachers are adults.",
"Any item can be placed in the caches.",
"The caches should be put in a remote place.",
"Geocachers try to avoid damaging the environment."
] |
D
|
devhigh1272
|
Have you ever heard the saying "All roads lead to Rome"? At one time, this was pretty much true. During the Roman Empire, lots of roads were built in order to move armies, send messages by courier , and make trade easier. This construction work went on for five centuries! If all the roads built during the Roman Empire were put together end to end, they would circle the equator twice.
The network of Roman roads was begun in 312 BC. It was demanded that the roads be built strong so that they would not fall down. Roman soldiers, supervised by engineers, laid down the roads in a special pattern of layers. The first layer was made of sand. Next, the builders added rocks and rubble. On top of these materials came gravel. On this solid foundation, the road builders placed paving stones.
Also, Roman roads were cambered. This means that they were built higher in the middle than on the edges, allowing rainwater to run off, which prevented flooding. We use the same technique in building roads today. The Romans also laid out roads over hills when necessary, setting them down in a zigzag pattern to make the road rise gradually.
All Roman roads had milestones , placed every thousands paces (a Roman mile). The milestones told when the road was built, who was emperor at the time, the road's destination, how far the traveler was from the destination, and how many miles had been traveled since the beginning of the road. This information was a great help to travelers.
Because of their excellence in construction, it really is no surprise that many parts of Roman road still exist today. These roadways are one of the most impressive accomplishments of the Roman Empire.
|
Which of the following correctly shows the structure of the Roman roads?
|
[
"Paving stones\nGravel\nRocks & rubble\nSand",
"Gravel\nRocks & rubble\nSand",
"Sand\nRocks & rubble\nGravel\nPaving stones",
"Sand\nRocks & rubble\nGravel"
] |
A
|
devhigh1272
|
Have you ever heard the saying "All roads lead to Rome"? At one time, this was pretty much true. During the Roman Empire, lots of roads were built in order to move armies, send messages by courier , and make trade easier. This construction work went on for five centuries! If all the roads built during the Roman Empire were put together end to end, they would circle the equator twice.
The network of Roman roads was begun in 312 BC. It was demanded that the roads be built strong so that they would not fall down. Roman soldiers, supervised by engineers, laid down the roads in a special pattern of layers. The first layer was made of sand. Next, the builders added rocks and rubble. On top of these materials came gravel. On this solid foundation, the road builders placed paving stones.
Also, Roman roads were cambered. This means that they were built higher in the middle than on the edges, allowing rainwater to run off, which prevented flooding. We use the same technique in building roads today. The Romans also laid out roads over hills when necessary, setting them down in a zigzag pattern to make the road rise gradually.
All Roman roads had milestones , placed every thousands paces (a Roman mile). The milestones told when the road was built, who was emperor at the time, the road's destination, how far the traveler was from the destination, and how many miles had been traveled since the beginning of the road. This information was a great help to travelers.
Because of their excellence in construction, it really is no surprise that many parts of Roman road still exist today. These roadways are one of the most impressive accomplishments of the Roman Empire.
|
What information can you find on the milestones?
|
[
"The builders of the road.",
"The materials used in building roads.",
"The distance from one city.",
"The time spent in building roads."
] |
C
|
devhigh1272
|
Have you ever heard the saying "All roads lead to Rome"? At one time, this was pretty much true. During the Roman Empire, lots of roads were built in order to move armies, send messages by courier , and make trade easier. This construction work went on for five centuries! If all the roads built during the Roman Empire were put together end to end, they would circle the equator twice.
The network of Roman roads was begun in 312 BC. It was demanded that the roads be built strong so that they would not fall down. Roman soldiers, supervised by engineers, laid down the roads in a special pattern of layers. The first layer was made of sand. Next, the builders added rocks and rubble. On top of these materials came gravel. On this solid foundation, the road builders placed paving stones.
Also, Roman roads were cambered. This means that they were built higher in the middle than on the edges, allowing rainwater to run off, which prevented flooding. We use the same technique in building roads today. The Romans also laid out roads over hills when necessary, setting them down in a zigzag pattern to make the road rise gradually.
All Roman roads had milestones , placed every thousands paces (a Roman mile). The milestones told when the road was built, who was emperor at the time, the road's destination, how far the traveler was from the destination, and how many miles had been traveled since the beginning of the road. This information was a great help to travelers.
Because of their excellence in construction, it really is no surprise that many parts of Roman road still exist today. These roadways are one of the most impressive accomplishments of the Roman Empire.
|
The passage mainly _ .
|
[
"explains the saying \"All roads lead to Rome\"",
"praises ancient Romans for their great achievements",
"shows how great the Roman Empire was",
"introduces the construction of the Roman roads"
] |
D
|
devhigh12723
|
In addition to seeing wonderful films, one of the joys of coming to the Quad Cinema is to hang out in the area. The Quad is located right in the heart of Greenwich Village, perhaps the most charming and interesting neighborhood in the city. Here are some attractions we recommend, all within a comfortable walk from the Quad:
Washington Square
As one of the best-known of New York City's 1,900 public parks, it is a landmark in the Manhattan neighborhood of Greenwich Village, as well as a meeting place and center for cultural activity. Come on a Sunday when it's most lively and festive.
New York University
It surrounds Washington Square. See the impressive Bobst Library and visit the amazing bookstore. NYU is now considered one of the most powerful universities in the world.
Judson Memorial Church
Located on Washington Square south between Thompson Street and Sullivan Street, opposite Washington Square Park, this beautiful church was completed in 1892. The Judson is most famous for its vocal participation in social events.
Washington Mews
It is a hidden, private street in New York City between Fifth Avenue and University Place just north of Washington Square Park. It was first developed as a mews (row of stables) that serviced horses from homes in the area. Since the 1950s the former stables have served as housing, offices and other facilities for New York University.
Jefferson Market Courthouse
Built in 1833 as a market, it was later changed to a courthouse, and in the 1950s it was emptied and close to being destroyed. It was saved and turned into a library. Many consider it to be the most beautiful building in the village.
|
What does the author want to tell in the passage?
|
[
"To introduce some attractions in the Quad.",
"To suggest the Quad Cinema is the best place.",
"To imply the Quad attracts a lot of visitors.",
"To tell readers to enjoy their life fully."
] |
A
|
devhigh12723
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In addition to seeing wonderful films, one of the joys of coming to the Quad Cinema is to hang out in the area. The Quad is located right in the heart of Greenwich Village, perhaps the most charming and interesting neighborhood in the city. Here are some attractions we recommend, all within a comfortable walk from the Quad:
Washington Square
As one of the best-known of New York City's 1,900 public parks, it is a landmark in the Manhattan neighborhood of Greenwich Village, as well as a meeting place and center for cultural activity. Come on a Sunday when it's most lively and festive.
New York University
It surrounds Washington Square. See the impressive Bobst Library and visit the amazing bookstore. NYU is now considered one of the most powerful universities in the world.
Judson Memorial Church
Located on Washington Square south between Thompson Street and Sullivan Street, opposite Washington Square Park, this beautiful church was completed in 1892. The Judson is most famous for its vocal participation in social events.
Washington Mews
It is a hidden, private street in New York City between Fifth Avenue and University Place just north of Washington Square Park. It was first developed as a mews (row of stables) that serviced horses from homes in the area. Since the 1950s the former stables have served as housing, offices and other facilities for New York University.
Jefferson Market Courthouse
Built in 1833 as a market, it was later changed to a courthouse, and in the 1950s it was emptied and close to being destroyed. It was saved and turned into a library. Many consider it to be the most beautiful building in the village.
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The author mentions Washington Square because _ .
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[
"it is in the center of Greenwich Village",
"it has a history of more than 100 years",
"it is a landmark in the Manhattan",
"it has witnessed so many incidents"
] |
C
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devhigh12723
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In addition to seeing wonderful films, one of the joys of coming to the Quad Cinema is to hang out in the area. The Quad is located right in the heart of Greenwich Village, perhaps the most charming and interesting neighborhood in the city. Here are some attractions we recommend, all within a comfortable walk from the Quad:
Washington Square
As one of the best-known of New York City's 1,900 public parks, it is a landmark in the Manhattan neighborhood of Greenwich Village, as well as a meeting place and center for cultural activity. Come on a Sunday when it's most lively and festive.
New York University
It surrounds Washington Square. See the impressive Bobst Library and visit the amazing bookstore. NYU is now considered one of the most powerful universities in the world.
Judson Memorial Church
Located on Washington Square south between Thompson Street and Sullivan Street, opposite Washington Square Park, this beautiful church was completed in 1892. The Judson is most famous for its vocal participation in social events.
Washington Mews
It is a hidden, private street in New York City between Fifth Avenue and University Place just north of Washington Square Park. It was first developed as a mews (row of stables) that serviced horses from homes in the area. Since the 1950s the former stables have served as housing, offices and other facilities for New York University.
Jefferson Market Courthouse
Built in 1833 as a market, it was later changed to a courthouse, and in the 1950s it was emptied and close to being destroyed. It was saved and turned into a library. Many consider it to be the most beautiful building in the village.
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Where is Judson Memorial Church?
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[
"To the south of Washington Square.",
"Behind Washington Square Park.",
"Opposite Thompson Street.",
"Close to New York University."
] |
A
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devhigh12723
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In addition to seeing wonderful films, one of the joys of coming to the Quad Cinema is to hang out in the area. The Quad is located right in the heart of Greenwich Village, perhaps the most charming and interesting neighborhood in the city. Here are some attractions we recommend, all within a comfortable walk from the Quad:
Washington Square
As one of the best-known of New York City's 1,900 public parks, it is a landmark in the Manhattan neighborhood of Greenwich Village, as well as a meeting place and center for cultural activity. Come on a Sunday when it's most lively and festive.
New York University
It surrounds Washington Square. See the impressive Bobst Library and visit the amazing bookstore. NYU is now considered one of the most powerful universities in the world.
Judson Memorial Church
Located on Washington Square south between Thompson Street and Sullivan Street, opposite Washington Square Park, this beautiful church was completed in 1892. The Judson is most famous for its vocal participation in social events.
Washington Mews
It is a hidden, private street in New York City between Fifth Avenue and University Place just north of Washington Square Park. It was first developed as a mews (row of stables) that serviced horses from homes in the area. Since the 1950s the former stables have served as housing, offices and other facilities for New York University.
Jefferson Market Courthouse
Built in 1833 as a market, it was later changed to a courthouse, and in the 1950s it was emptied and close to being destroyed. It was saved and turned into a library. Many consider it to be the most beautiful building in the village.
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When Washington Mews came into being _ .
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[
"it was designed for a university",
"it was intended for keeping horses",
"it was filled with free facilities",
"it was used as a park for horses"
] |
B
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Enjoy your reading time! We provide a collection of books for you.
Biography
When Salinger learned that a car park was to be built on the land, the middle---aged writer was shocked and quickly bought the neighboring area to protect it. The towns-people never forgot the rescue and came to help their most famous neighbor.
J.D. Salinger: A life by Kenneth Slawenski published by Random House Price: $27
Mystery
" You're a smart boy. Benny's death was no accident, and you're the only one who saw it happen. Do you think the murderer should get away with it?" The boy was staring stubbornly at his lap again. A thought suddenly hit Annika, " You recognized the man in the car, didn't you?" The boy hesitated, twisting his fingers, " Maybe," he said quietly.
Red Wolf by Liza Marklund Published by Atria Books Price: $25.99
Short stories
She wants to say to him what she has learned, none of it in class. Some women are born stupid, and some women are too smart for their own good. Some women are born to give, and some women only know how to take. Some women learn who they want to be from their mothers, some who they don't want to be. Some mothers suffer, so their daughters won't. Some mothers love, so their daughters won't.
You Are Free by Danzy Senna published by Riverhead Books Price: $14.99
Humor
Do your kids like to have fun? Come to Fun Times! Do you like to watch your kids having fun? Bring them to Fun Times! Fun Time's "amusement cycling" is the most fun you can have in the Unite States right now. why spend thousands of dollars flying to Disney World when you can spend less than half to that within a day's drive in most cities?
Happy And Other Bad Thoughts by Larry Doyle published by Ecco Price: $15
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If you want to knowsomething about Salinger, you can buy the book published by _ .
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[
"Ecco",
"Atria Books",
"Random House",
"Riverhead Books"
] |
C
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devhigh12734
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Enjoy your reading time! We provide a collection of books for you.
Biography
When Salinger learned that a car park was to be built on the land, the middle---aged writer was shocked and quickly bought the neighboring area to protect it. The towns-people never forgot the rescue and came to help their most famous neighbor.
J.D. Salinger: A life by Kenneth Slawenski published by Random House Price: $27
Mystery
" You're a smart boy. Benny's death was no accident, and you're the only one who saw it happen. Do you think the murderer should get away with it?" The boy was staring stubbornly at his lap again. A thought suddenly hit Annika, " You recognized the man in the car, didn't you?" The boy hesitated, twisting his fingers, " Maybe," he said quietly.
Red Wolf by Liza Marklund Published by Atria Books Price: $25.99
Short stories
She wants to say to him what she has learned, none of it in class. Some women are born stupid, and some women are too smart for their own good. Some women are born to give, and some women only know how to take. Some women learn who they want to be from their mothers, some who they don't want to be. Some mothers suffer, so their daughters won't. Some mothers love, so their daughters won't.
You Are Free by Danzy Senna published by Riverhead Books Price: $14.99
Humor
Do your kids like to have fun? Come to Fun Times! Do you like to watch your kids having fun? Bring them to Fun Times! Fun Time's "amusement cycling" is the most fun you can have in the Unite States right now. why spend thousands of dollars flying to Disney World when you can spend less than half to that within a day's drive in most cities?
Happy And Other Bad Thoughts by Larry Doyle published by Ecco Price: $15
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What can be learned from the book Red Wolf?
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[
"Annika carried out the crime.",
"Benny died of an accident.",
"The murderer got away with the crime.",
"The boy helped arrest the murderer."
] |
D
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devhigh12734
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Enjoy your reading time! We provide a collection of books for you.
Biography
When Salinger learned that a car park was to be built on the land, the middle---aged writer was shocked and quickly bought the neighboring area to protect it. The towns-people never forgot the rescue and came to help their most famous neighbor.
J.D. Salinger: A life by Kenneth Slawenski published by Random House Price: $27
Mystery
" You're a smart boy. Benny's death was no accident, and you're the only one who saw it happen. Do you think the murderer should get away with it?" The boy was staring stubbornly at his lap again. A thought suddenly hit Annika, " You recognized the man in the car, didn't you?" The boy hesitated, twisting his fingers, " Maybe," he said quietly.
Red Wolf by Liza Marklund Published by Atria Books Price: $25.99
Short stories
She wants to say to him what she has learned, none of it in class. Some women are born stupid, and some women are too smart for their own good. Some women are born to give, and some women only know how to take. Some women learn who they want to be from their mothers, some who they don't want to be. Some mothers suffer, so their daughters won't. Some mothers love, so their daughters won't.
You Are Free by Danzy Senna published by Riverhead Books Price: $14.99
Humor
Do your kids like to have fun? Come to Fun Times! Do you like to watch your kids having fun? Bring them to Fun Times! Fun Time's "amusement cycling" is the most fun you can have in the Unite States right now. why spend thousands of dollars flying to Disney World when you can spend less than half to that within a day's drive in most cities?
Happy And Other Bad Thoughts by Larry Doyle published by Ecco Price: $15
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Who wrote short stories about women?
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[
"Danzy Senna",
"Liza Marklund.",
"Kenneth Slawenski.",
"Larry Doyle"
] |
A
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devhigh12734
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Enjoy your reading time! We provide a collection of books for you.
Biography
When Salinger learned that a car park was to be built on the land, the middle---aged writer was shocked and quickly bought the neighboring area to protect it. The towns-people never forgot the rescue and came to help their most famous neighbor.
J.D. Salinger: A life by Kenneth Slawenski published by Random House Price: $27
Mystery
" You're a smart boy. Benny's death was no accident, and you're the only one who saw it happen. Do you think the murderer should get away with it?" The boy was staring stubbornly at his lap again. A thought suddenly hit Annika, " You recognized the man in the car, didn't you?" The boy hesitated, twisting his fingers, " Maybe," he said quietly.
Red Wolf by Liza Marklund Published by Atria Books Price: $25.99
Short stories
She wants to say to him what she has learned, none of it in class. Some women are born stupid, and some women are too smart for their own good. Some women are born to give, and some women only know how to take. Some women learn who they want to be from their mothers, some who they don't want to be. Some mothers suffer, so their daughters won't. Some mothers love, so their daughters won't.
You Are Free by Danzy Senna published by Riverhead Books Price: $14.99
Humor
Do your kids like to have fun? Come to Fun Times! Do you like to watch your kids having fun? Bring them to Fun Times! Fun Time's "amusement cycling" is the most fun you can have in the Unite States right now. why spend thousands of dollars flying to Disney World when you can spend less than half to that within a day's drive in most cities?
Happy And Other Bad Thoughts by Larry Doyle published by Ecco Price: $15
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In which column of a newspaper could we find this passage?
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[
"Politics.",
"Entertainment.",
"Sports.",
"Science"
] |
B
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devhigh12742
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Key responsibilities:
* Manage the whole marketing activities, i.e. brand building, market research and integrated-marketing functions.
* Develop and evaluate brand activities including the development of promotional activities, advertising and merchandising.
* Obtain market share by developing marketing plans and programs for key brands.
* Conduct market and product research; maintain data base by identifying and gathering marketing information.
* Understand market/competitor intelligence and cooperate with the sales teams in developing the appropriate marketing strategies.
* Keep contacts and exchange of information with regional operations on marketing issues.
* Participate in and contribute to the budget and business planning cycle.
* Supervise the project to establish company websites.
* Complete marketing department operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; develop, maintain, evaluate and lead the marketing team of pan-China.
* Serve as a member of the senior management team providing input and direction on the company's strategic and operational goals and objects.
Requirements:
* University degree or above, MBA is a plus.
* At least Bi-lingual: Chinese and English, any other language is a plus.
* Strong wits and oral communication skills; analytic skill; active listening.
* Good at day to day lead and coach.
* More than 10 years working experience in sales and marketing of _ industry, including at least 5 years management experience; professional in marketing function.
Employer introduction:
Summergate was established in 1999 to import, distribute and market some of the world's best wines to the Chinese market. Today Summergate represents more than 60 wineries from 12 countries around the world.
With offices in Beijing, Shanghai; Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Macau and now Hong Kong, Summergate services the entire China market. We distribute and market our brands to all the major food and beverage operators in China, establishing solid business partnerships with national hotel groups as well as all China retail chains and fine dining western and Chinese restaurants.
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According to the passage, the key responsibilities include _ .
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[
"taking charge of production work",
"working on training programs",
"maintaining data base of marketing information.",
"serving as a network technician"
] |
C
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devhigh12742
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Key responsibilities:
* Manage the whole marketing activities, i.e. brand building, market research and integrated-marketing functions.
* Develop and evaluate brand activities including the development of promotional activities, advertising and merchandising.
* Obtain market share by developing marketing plans and programs for key brands.
* Conduct market and product research; maintain data base by identifying and gathering marketing information.
* Understand market/competitor intelligence and cooperate with the sales teams in developing the appropriate marketing strategies.
* Keep contacts and exchange of information with regional operations on marketing issues.
* Participate in and contribute to the budget and business planning cycle.
* Supervise the project to establish company websites.
* Complete marketing department operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; develop, maintain, evaluate and lead the marketing team of pan-China.
* Serve as a member of the senior management team providing input and direction on the company's strategic and operational goals and objects.
Requirements:
* University degree or above, MBA is a plus.
* At least Bi-lingual: Chinese and English, any other language is a plus.
* Strong wits and oral communication skills; analytic skill; active listening.
* Good at day to day lead and coach.
* More than 10 years working experience in sales and marketing of _ industry, including at least 5 years management experience; professional in marketing function.
Employer introduction:
Summergate was established in 1999 to import, distribute and market some of the world's best wines to the Chinese market. Today Summergate represents more than 60 wineries from 12 countries around the world.
With offices in Beijing, Shanghai; Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Macau and now Hong Kong, Summergate services the entire China market. We distribute and market our brands to all the major food and beverage operators in China, establishing solid business partnerships with national hotel groups as well as all China retail chains and fine dining western and Chinese restaurants.
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What is the meaning of "F&B"?
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[
"Football and basketball.",
"Festival and business.",
"Fine and brand.",
"Food and beverage."
] |
D
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devhigh12742
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Key responsibilities:
* Manage the whole marketing activities, i.e. brand building, market research and integrated-marketing functions.
* Develop and evaluate brand activities including the development of promotional activities, advertising and merchandising.
* Obtain market share by developing marketing plans and programs for key brands.
* Conduct market and product research; maintain data base by identifying and gathering marketing information.
* Understand market/competitor intelligence and cooperate with the sales teams in developing the appropriate marketing strategies.
* Keep contacts and exchange of information with regional operations on marketing issues.
* Participate in and contribute to the budget and business planning cycle.
* Supervise the project to establish company websites.
* Complete marketing department operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; develop, maintain, evaluate and lead the marketing team of pan-China.
* Serve as a member of the senior management team providing input and direction on the company's strategic and operational goals and objects.
Requirements:
* University degree or above, MBA is a plus.
* At least Bi-lingual: Chinese and English, any other language is a plus.
* Strong wits and oral communication skills; analytic skill; active listening.
* Good at day to day lead and coach.
* More than 10 years working experience in sales and marketing of _ industry, including at least 5 years management experience; professional in marketing function.
Employer introduction:
Summergate was established in 1999 to import, distribute and market some of the world's best wines to the Chinese market. Today Summergate represents more than 60 wineries from 12 countries around the world.
With offices in Beijing, Shanghai; Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Macau and now Hong Kong, Summergate services the entire China market. We distribute and market our brands to all the major food and beverage operators in China, establishing solid business partnerships with national hotel groups as well as all China retail chains and fine dining western and Chinese restaurants.
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The passage is that _ .
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[
"Summergate promotes its brand",
"a company markets wines to Chinese",
"Summergate advertises for marketing manager",
"a company introduces its products to retail shops"
] |
C
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devhigh12768
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Fifteen people were killed and 38 others injured in a road accident early Wednesday morning in Enshi,Central China's Hubei Province.The bus,travelling from Wanzhou in Southwest China's Chongqing Municipality to Shenzhen in South China's Guangdong Province,had 53 passengers on board,three more than permitted.
At around 1 am on Wednesday,the bus increased speed gradually on a curve and plunged more than 30 metres into a valley below.Thirteen people,including one of the two drivers,died at once.Two others died on the way to hospital.
Although the cause of the accident is still unclear,the local police said the driver paid no attention to the official warning signs on the expressway.It hit a section which had been closed as a result of snow.Because of the freezing weather and icy roads,the expressway had been closed by police since Tuesday morning.But the bus drivers took the dangerous route,paying no attention to the warnings.
The rescue team,which included more than 30 medical workers and 120 local villagers,joined together and rushed to the scene at the news of the accident.By 5 am,all of the injured had been sent to three local hospitals for emergency treatment.A hospital source said most of the patients were in a stable condition but a few were still in danger.
According to a 2002 national public opinion poll,traffic accidents ranked as people's third biggest security concern.
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What probably caused the accident?
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"The bad weather",
"too many passengers",
"the driver's paying no attention to warnings",
"too fast speed"
] |
C
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devhigh12768
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Fifteen people were killed and 38 others injured in a road accident early Wednesday morning in Enshi,Central China's Hubei Province.The bus,travelling from Wanzhou in Southwest China's Chongqing Municipality to Shenzhen in South China's Guangdong Province,had 53 passengers on board,three more than permitted.
At around 1 am on Wednesday,the bus increased speed gradually on a curve and plunged more than 30 metres into a valley below.Thirteen people,including one of the two drivers,died at once.Two others died on the way to hospital.
Although the cause of the accident is still unclear,the local police said the driver paid no attention to the official warning signs on the expressway.It hit a section which had been closed as a result of snow.Because of the freezing weather and icy roads,the expressway had been closed by police since Tuesday morning.But the bus drivers took the dangerous route,paying no attention to the warnings.
The rescue team,which included more than 30 medical workers and 120 local villagers,joined together and rushed to the scene at the news of the accident.By 5 am,all of the injured had been sent to three local hospitals for emergency treatment.A hospital source said most of the patients were in a stable condition but a few were still in danger.
According to a 2002 national public opinion poll,traffic accidents ranked as people's third biggest security concern.
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When the accident took place, _ .
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[
"the bus was on the way to Shenzhen",
"most of the passengers were sound asleep",
"all the passengers were given immediate rescue",
"it was snowing hard"
] |
A
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devhigh12768
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Fifteen people were killed and 38 others injured in a road accident early Wednesday morning in Enshi,Central China's Hubei Province.The bus,travelling from Wanzhou in Southwest China's Chongqing Municipality to Shenzhen in South China's Guangdong Province,had 53 passengers on board,three more than permitted.
At around 1 am on Wednesday,the bus increased speed gradually on a curve and plunged more than 30 metres into a valley below.Thirteen people,including one of the two drivers,died at once.Two others died on the way to hospital.
Although the cause of the accident is still unclear,the local police said the driver paid no attention to the official warning signs on the expressway.It hit a section which had been closed as a result of snow.Because of the freezing weather and icy roads,the expressway had been closed by police since Tuesday morning.But the bus drivers took the dangerous route,paying no attention to the warnings.
The rescue team,which included more than 30 medical workers and 120 local villagers,joined together and rushed to the scene at the news of the accident.By 5 am,all of the injured had been sent to three local hospitals for emergency treatment.A hospital source said most of the patients were in a stable condition but a few were still in danger.
According to a 2002 national public opinion poll,traffic accidents ranked as people's third biggest security concern.
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The expressway was closed to _ .
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"protect the passengers from being frozen",
"make the police have a good rest",
"stop cars traveling around",
"avoid the happening of traffic accidents"
] |
D
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devhigh12768
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Fifteen people were killed and 38 others injured in a road accident early Wednesday morning in Enshi,Central China's Hubei Province.The bus,travelling from Wanzhou in Southwest China's Chongqing Municipality to Shenzhen in South China's Guangdong Province,had 53 passengers on board,three more than permitted.
At around 1 am on Wednesday,the bus increased speed gradually on a curve and plunged more than 30 metres into a valley below.Thirteen people,including one of the two drivers,died at once.Two others died on the way to hospital.
Although the cause of the accident is still unclear,the local police said the driver paid no attention to the official warning signs on the expressway.It hit a section which had been closed as a result of snow.Because of the freezing weather and icy roads,the expressway had been closed by police since Tuesday morning.But the bus drivers took the dangerous route,paying no attention to the warnings.
The rescue team,which included more than 30 medical workers and 120 local villagers,joined together and rushed to the scene at the news of the accident.By 5 am,all of the injured had been sent to three local hospitals for emergency treatment.A hospital source said most of the patients were in a stable condition but a few were still in danger.
According to a 2002 national public opinion poll,traffic accidents ranked as people's third biggest security concern.
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The passage is about _ .
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[
"how a road accident took place",
"safety measures",
"a terrifying accident",
"the basic rules for safety"
] |
C
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devhigh12768
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Fifteen people were killed and 38 others injured in a road accident early Wednesday morning in Enshi,Central China's Hubei Province.The bus,travelling from Wanzhou in Southwest China's Chongqing Municipality to Shenzhen in South China's Guangdong Province,had 53 passengers on board,three more than permitted.
At around 1 am on Wednesday,the bus increased speed gradually on a curve and plunged more than 30 metres into a valley below.Thirteen people,including one of the two drivers,died at once.Two others died on the way to hospital.
Although the cause of the accident is still unclear,the local police said the driver paid no attention to the official warning signs on the expressway.It hit a section which had been closed as a result of snow.Because of the freezing weather and icy roads,the expressway had been closed by police since Tuesday morning.But the bus drivers took the dangerous route,paying no attention to the warnings.
The rescue team,which included more than 30 medical workers and 120 local villagers,joined together and rushed to the scene at the news of the accident.By 5 am,all of the injured had been sent to three local hospitals for emergency treatment.A hospital source said most of the patients were in a stable condition but a few were still in danger.
According to a 2002 national public opinion poll,traffic accidents ranked as people's third biggest security concern.
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What is the author's attitude towards the accident?
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[
"Subjective",
"objective",
"Sad",
"angry"
] |
B
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One morning, my husband Jerry went back to the kitchen as he just finished loading his car. "I guess filling my thermos is all that I have left to do, and then I'm off." Down the drain went the hot water that had been warming his thermos.
With a nostalgic look on his face, he softly said: "Anytime I fill my thermos I think of your mom." The tone in his voice was so tender as he spoke of my mother, who is sadly no longer with us.
"Oh honey, I know she's watching and listening right now with a big smile on her face," I responded, tears in my eyes.
One morning years ago when we were leaving, mother watched as Jerry was to fill his thermos. Mom then casually said, 'Jerry, if you filled your thermos with hot water and let it sit a while, your coffee would stay hot for longer then." With her simple suggestion, his face showed that he was shocked by his own lack of common sense. Well, of course it would!
He poured out the small amount of coffee already in the thermos and refilled it with boiling hot water. Then he poured the water and refilled it with hot coffee. Mom smiled as Jerry did so.
Words of wisdom from a loving mother-in-law made an impact that will never be forgotten. She never dreamed her words would be a treasured and everlasting memory in the heart of her son-in-law.
The lasting memories _ come from major moments in life. Memories are often made during those small, ordinary times. Life is about small moments we share with friends and loved ones.
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The message that the story intends to convey is _ .
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[
"how valuable a mother's advice is to her children.",
"that lasting memories come from small things",
"what a wise woman the mother is to her son-in-law",
"why we should respect our parents and listen to them."
] |
B
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John Russell, aged 83, got on a Chicago bus and saw a sign saying that senior citizens could ride (or take buses) for half fare . When he dropped his three quarters in the box, the driver demanded (or asked for) identification . John took out an ID card. "You need a special CTA card," said the driver. John did not have the Chicago Transit Authority card because he lives in New York and was in Chicago visiting his two sons.
"Put in another three quarters," said the driver, "or get off the bus."
One privilege(;) of old age is being stubborn . John said, " Give me back my quarters, and I'll get off."
"I can't -- it's in the box. If you don't get off, I'll call the police," said he, which he did. Two police cars pulled up.
"I'm the criminal ," said John Russell. Then he and the driver told their stories.
"That's what you called me for?" one policeman asked the driver. Another police!man then said to John, "I'll give you three quarters."
John shook his head, "Why should you give me the quarters? He has to give me my quarters."
"Where are you going?" asked the policemen.
"Downtown to have lunch with friends," John said.
"Come on," the policemen said. "We'll get you your card." So they took him down!town to the CTA office. But the people there wouldn't give him a CTA card --- he needed a picture.
"What about his quarters?" one policeman asked. The officials discussed, and the decision was made to give John's quarters back.
When John got downstairs, the policemen asked where he was going.
"To see my friends," John said.
"How are you going to get there?"
"On the bus. And all I'm going to pay is 75 cents."
"Good luck," the policemen said.
John got on a bus, dropped three quarters in the box, and said, "I'm a senior citizen..." The driver looked at John and nodded. He didn't know how lucky he was to be a sensible man.
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With a Chicago Transit Authority card _ .
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[
"men of authority can ride on a bus for half fare",
"senior citizens can pay only half fare for a bus ride",
"men of authority can ride on a bus paying only three quarters",
"senior citizens can pay only three quarters for a bus ride"
] |
B
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devhigh1280
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John Russell, aged 83, got on a Chicago bus and saw a sign saying that senior citizens could ride (or take buses) for half fare . When he dropped his three quarters in the box, the driver demanded (or asked for) identification . John took out an ID card. "You need a special CTA card," said the driver. John did not have the Chicago Transit Authority card because he lives in New York and was in Chicago visiting his two sons.
"Put in another three quarters," said the driver, "or get off the bus."
One privilege(;) of old age is being stubborn . John said, " Give me back my quarters, and I'll get off."
"I can't -- it's in the box. If you don't get off, I'll call the police," said he, which he did. Two police cars pulled up.
"I'm the criminal ," said John Russell. Then he and the driver told their stories.
"That's what you called me for?" one policeman asked the driver. Another police!man then said to John, "I'll give you three quarters."
John shook his head, "Why should you give me the quarters? He has to give me my quarters."
"Where are you going?" asked the policemen.
"Downtown to have lunch with friends," John said.
"Come on," the policemen said. "We'll get you your card." So they took him down!town to the CTA office. But the people there wouldn't give him a CTA card --- he needed a picture.
"What about his quarters?" one policeman asked. The officials discussed, and the decision was made to give John's quarters back.
When John got downstairs, the policemen asked where he was going.
"To see my friends," John said.
"How are you going to get there?"
"On the bus. And all I'm going to pay is 75 cents."
"Good luck," the policemen said.
John got on a bus, dropped three quarters in the box, and said, "I'm a senior citizen..." The driver looked at John and nodded. He didn't know how lucky he was to be a sensible man.
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John Russell needs a special CTA card most probably because _ .
|
[
"he is not a senior citizen",
"he is not a citizen of Chicago",
"he is only visiting his two sons",
"he has lost his ID card"
] |
B
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devhigh1280
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John Russell, aged 83, got on a Chicago bus and saw a sign saying that senior citizens could ride (or take buses) for half fare . When he dropped his three quarters in the box, the driver demanded (or asked for) identification . John took out an ID card. "You need a special CTA card," said the driver. John did not have the Chicago Transit Authority card because he lives in New York and was in Chicago visiting his two sons.
"Put in another three quarters," said the driver, "or get off the bus."
One privilege(;) of old age is being stubborn . John said, " Give me back my quarters, and I'll get off."
"I can't -- it's in the box. If you don't get off, I'll call the police," said he, which he did. Two police cars pulled up.
"I'm the criminal ," said John Russell. Then he and the driver told their stories.
"That's what you called me for?" one policeman asked the driver. Another police!man then said to John, "I'll give you three quarters."
John shook his head, "Why should you give me the quarters? He has to give me my quarters."
"Where are you going?" asked the policemen.
"Downtown to have lunch with friends," John said.
"Come on," the policemen said. "We'll get you your card." So they took him down!town to the CTA office. But the people there wouldn't give him a CTA card --- he needed a picture.
"What about his quarters?" one policeman asked. The officials discussed, and the decision was made to give John's quarters back.
When John got downstairs, the policemen asked where he was going.
"To see my friends," John said.
"How are you going to get there?"
"On the bus. And all I'm going to pay is 75 cents."
"Good luck," the policemen said.
John got on a bus, dropped three quarters in the box, and said, "I'm a senior citizen..." The driver looked at John and nodded. He didn't know how lucky he was to be a sensible man.
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The decision made by the CTA office was _ .
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[
"to give John a CTA card then and there",
"to refuse to give John's quarters back",
"to return the three quarters to John",
"to declare that John was a criminal"
] |
C
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devhigh1280
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John Russell, aged 83, got on a Chicago bus and saw a sign saying that senior citizens could ride (or take buses) for half fare . When he dropped his three quarters in the box, the driver demanded (or asked for) identification . John took out an ID card. "You need a special CTA card," said the driver. John did not have the Chicago Transit Authority card because he lives in New York and was in Chicago visiting his two sons.
"Put in another three quarters," said the driver, "or get off the bus."
One privilege(;) of old age is being stubborn . John said, " Give me back my quarters, and I'll get off."
"I can't -- it's in the box. If you don't get off, I'll call the police," said he, which he did. Two police cars pulled up.
"I'm the criminal ," said John Russell. Then he and the driver told their stories.
"That's what you called me for?" one policeman asked the driver. Another police!man then said to John, "I'll give you three quarters."
John shook his head, "Why should you give me the quarters? He has to give me my quarters."
"Where are you going?" asked the policemen.
"Downtown to have lunch with friends," John said.
"Come on," the policemen said. "We'll get you your card." So they took him down!town to the CTA office. But the people there wouldn't give him a CTA card --- he needed a picture.
"What about his quarters?" one policeman asked. The officials discussed, and the decision was made to give John's quarters back.
When John got downstairs, the policemen asked where he was going.
"To see my friends," John said.
"How are you going to get there?"
"On the bus. And all I'm going to pay is 75 cents."
"Good luck," the policemen said.
John got on a bus, dropped three quarters in the box, and said, "I'm a senior citizen..." The driver looked at John and nodded. He didn't know how lucky he was to be a sensible man.
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The second driver let John ride on his bus because _ .
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[
"now John produced his CTA card",
"he knew John was a very difficult man",
"he was kind enough to help the aged",
"the policemen were with John"
] |
C
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devhigh1280
|
John Russell, aged 83, got on a Chicago bus and saw a sign saying that senior citizens could ride (or take buses) for half fare . When he dropped his three quarters in the box, the driver demanded (or asked for) identification . John took out an ID card. "You need a special CTA card," said the driver. John did not have the Chicago Transit Authority card because he lives in New York and was in Chicago visiting his two sons.
"Put in another three quarters," said the driver, "or get off the bus."
One privilege(;) of old age is being stubborn . John said, " Give me back my quarters, and I'll get off."
"I can't -- it's in the box. If you don't get off, I'll call the police," said he, which he did. Two police cars pulled up.
"I'm the criminal ," said John Russell. Then he and the driver told their stories.
"That's what you called me for?" one policeman asked the driver. Another police!man then said to John, "I'll give you three quarters."
John shook his head, "Why should you give me the quarters? He has to give me my quarters."
"Where are you going?" asked the policemen.
"Downtown to have lunch with friends," John said.
"Come on," the policemen said. "We'll get you your card." So they took him down!town to the CTA office. But the people there wouldn't give him a CTA card --- he needed a picture.
"What about his quarters?" one policeman asked. The officials discussed, and the decision was made to give John's quarters back.
When John got downstairs, the policemen asked where he was going.
"To see my friends," John said.
"How are you going to get there?"
"On the bus. And all I'm going to pay is 75 cents."
"Good luck," the policemen said.
John got on a bus, dropped three quarters in the box, and said, "I'm a senior citizen..." The driver looked at John and nodded. He didn't know how lucky he was to be a sensible man.
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The suitable title for the above passage is _ .
|
[
"Giving No Quarters",
"Giving No More Quarters",
"A Sensible Driver",
"A Senior Citizen"
] |
B
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devhigh12818
|
On a number of drives throughout my childhood, my mother would suddenly pull over the car to examine a flower by the side of the road or rescue a beetle from tragedy while I, in my late teens and early twenties, sat impatiently in the car.
Though Mother's Day follows Earth Day, for me, they have always been related to each other. My mom has been "green" since she became concerned about the environment. Part of this habit was born of thrift . Like her mother and her grandmother before her, mom saves glass jars, empty cheese containers and reuses her plastic bags.
Mom creates a kind of harmonious relationship with wildlife in her yard. She knows to pick the apples on her trees a little early to avoid the bears and that if she leaves the bird feeders out at night, it is likely that they will be knocked down by a family of raccoons . Spiders that make their way into the house and are caught in juice glasses will be set loose in the garden.
I try to teach my children that looking out for the environment starts with being aware of the environment. On busy streets, we look for dandelions to fly in the wind; we say hello to neighborhood cats and pick up plastic cups and paper bags. This teaching comes easily, I realize, because I was taught so well by example. Mom didn't need to lecture; she didn't need to beat a drum to change the world. She simply slowed down enough to enjoy living in it and with that joy came mercy and an instinct for protection.
I am slowing down and it isn't because of the weight of my nearly forty years on the planet, it is out of my concern for the planet itself. I've begun to save glass jars and reuse packing envelopes. I pause in my daily tasks to watch the squirrels race each other in the trees above my house.
Last summer, in the company of my son and daughter, I planted tomatoes in my yard. With the heat of August around me, I ate the first while sitting on my low wall with dirt on my hands. Warm from the sun, it burst on my tongue with sweetness. I immediately wanted to share with my mom.
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Why does the author say Earth Day is connected with Mother's Day?
|
[
"Because Mother's Day falls shortly after Earth Day.",
"To show that all the older women in her family are environmentalists.",
"To show how much her mother cares about the environment.",
"Because her mother shows her how to be friendly to nature on Mother's Day."
] |
C
|
devhigh12818
|
On a number of drives throughout my childhood, my mother would suddenly pull over the car to examine a flower by the side of the road or rescue a beetle from tragedy while I, in my late teens and early twenties, sat impatiently in the car.
Though Mother's Day follows Earth Day, for me, they have always been related to each other. My mom has been "green" since she became concerned about the environment. Part of this habit was born of thrift . Like her mother and her grandmother before her, mom saves glass jars, empty cheese containers and reuses her plastic bags.
Mom creates a kind of harmonious relationship with wildlife in her yard. She knows to pick the apples on her trees a little early to avoid the bears and that if she leaves the bird feeders out at night, it is likely that they will be knocked down by a family of raccoons . Spiders that make their way into the house and are caught in juice glasses will be set loose in the garden.
I try to teach my children that looking out for the environment starts with being aware of the environment. On busy streets, we look for dandelions to fly in the wind; we say hello to neighborhood cats and pick up plastic cups and paper bags. This teaching comes easily, I realize, because I was taught so well by example. Mom didn't need to lecture; she didn't need to beat a drum to change the world. She simply slowed down enough to enjoy living in it and with that joy came mercy and an instinct for protection.
I am slowing down and it isn't because of the weight of my nearly forty years on the planet, it is out of my concern for the planet itself. I've begun to save glass jars and reuse packing envelopes. I pause in my daily tasks to watch the squirrels race each other in the trees above my house.
Last summer, in the company of my son and daughter, I planted tomatoes in my yard. With the heat of August around me, I ate the first while sitting on my low wall with dirt on my hands. Warm from the sun, it burst on my tongue with sweetness. I immediately wanted to share with my mom.
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Which of the following is NOT related to Mom's "green life"?
|
[
"Rescuing a beetle from a certain tragedy.",
"Saving glass jars, empty cheese containers.",
"Setting a caught spider free in the garden",
"Picking dandelions on busy streets."
] |
D
|
devhigh12818
|
On a number of drives throughout my childhood, my mother would suddenly pull over the car to examine a flower by the side of the road or rescue a beetle from tragedy while I, in my late teens and early twenties, sat impatiently in the car.
Though Mother's Day follows Earth Day, for me, they have always been related to each other. My mom has been "green" since she became concerned about the environment. Part of this habit was born of thrift . Like her mother and her grandmother before her, mom saves glass jars, empty cheese containers and reuses her plastic bags.
Mom creates a kind of harmonious relationship with wildlife in her yard. She knows to pick the apples on her trees a little early to avoid the bears and that if she leaves the bird feeders out at night, it is likely that they will be knocked down by a family of raccoons . Spiders that make their way into the house and are caught in juice glasses will be set loose in the garden.
I try to teach my children that looking out for the environment starts with being aware of the environment. On busy streets, we look for dandelions to fly in the wind; we say hello to neighborhood cats and pick up plastic cups and paper bags. This teaching comes easily, I realize, because I was taught so well by example. Mom didn't need to lecture; she didn't need to beat a drum to change the world. She simply slowed down enough to enjoy living in it and with that joy came mercy and an instinct for protection.
I am slowing down and it isn't because of the weight of my nearly forty years on the planet, it is out of my concern for the planet itself. I've begun to save glass jars and reuse packing envelopes. I pause in my daily tasks to watch the squirrels race each other in the trees above my house.
Last summer, in the company of my son and daughter, I planted tomatoes in my yard. With the heat of August around me, I ate the first while sitting on my low wall with dirt on my hands. Warm from the sun, it burst on my tongue with sweetness. I immediately wanted to share with my mom.
|
We can infer from the article that _ .
|
[
"the author realizes that she should teach her children by example as well",
"the author's mother knows how to get rid of the wildlife in her yard",
"the author believes that only by learning to slow down can we enjoy life",
"the author's mother used to lecture her to protect the environment."
] |
A
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devhigh12818
|
On a number of drives throughout my childhood, my mother would suddenly pull over the car to examine a flower by the side of the road or rescue a beetle from tragedy while I, in my late teens and early twenties, sat impatiently in the car.
Though Mother's Day follows Earth Day, for me, they have always been related to each other. My mom has been "green" since she became concerned about the environment. Part of this habit was born of thrift . Like her mother and her grandmother before her, mom saves glass jars, empty cheese containers and reuses her plastic bags.
Mom creates a kind of harmonious relationship with wildlife in her yard. She knows to pick the apples on her trees a little early to avoid the bears and that if she leaves the bird feeders out at night, it is likely that they will be knocked down by a family of raccoons . Spiders that make their way into the house and are caught in juice glasses will be set loose in the garden.
I try to teach my children that looking out for the environment starts with being aware of the environment. On busy streets, we look for dandelions to fly in the wind; we say hello to neighborhood cats and pick up plastic cups and paper bags. This teaching comes easily, I realize, because I was taught so well by example. Mom didn't need to lecture; she didn't need to beat a drum to change the world. She simply slowed down enough to enjoy living in it and with that joy came mercy and an instinct for protection.
I am slowing down and it isn't because of the weight of my nearly forty years on the planet, it is out of my concern for the planet itself. I've begun to save glass jars and reuse packing envelopes. I pause in my daily tasks to watch the squirrels race each other in the trees above my house.
Last summer, in the company of my son and daughter, I planted tomatoes in my yard. With the heat of August around me, I ate the first while sitting on my low wall with dirt on my hands. Warm from the sun, it burst on my tongue with sweetness. I immediately wanted to share with my mom.
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The writer's attitude towards her mom's behavior changed in the order of _ .
|
[
"understanding -- negative-- supporting",
"supporting -- doubtful -- negative",
"negative -- understanding -- supporting",
"doubtful-- negative-- supporting"
] |
C
|
devhigh12824
|
In the tenth grade,I began working for free at a vet's that was run by a friend. I wanted to get experience for what I thought would be my future job. However,on one particular Saturday morning I learnt something perhaps more important.
The hospital was in the middle of one of the poorer sections of the city and some people could only pay for the most basic treatments. On this Saturday,a man and his young son,who was probably about 7 years old,walked in with a small cat in a cardboard box. There was something wrong with the cat's left eye. But the man could not afford to pay for the cost of the medicine. He kept quiet for a while,and then he asked where the nearest animal shelter was. Hearing this,his son cried and started to argue with him. All of a sudden,an older woman who was sitting in the waiting room stood up,walked up to the counter,and told the man that she would pay for the cost. The man thanked her and the son got to keep a healthy cat.
I always thought it was the right thing to help out a needy person,but I only saw people do acts of kindness on TV or in movies. What the woman did made me believe that these things do happen in real life,and quite often.
Now,when I can't decide whether to help someone who is in need,I remember this woman,and then I have the courage to step up to the plate. Sometimes other people follow.
|
We can infer that a vet's is most probably a hospital for _ .
|
[
"kids",
"the poor",
"animals",
"women"
] |
C
|
devhigh12824
|
In the tenth grade,I began working for free at a vet's that was run by a friend. I wanted to get experience for what I thought would be my future job. However,on one particular Saturday morning I learnt something perhaps more important.
The hospital was in the middle of one of the poorer sections of the city and some people could only pay for the most basic treatments. On this Saturday,a man and his young son,who was probably about 7 years old,walked in with a small cat in a cardboard box. There was something wrong with the cat's left eye. But the man could not afford to pay for the cost of the medicine. He kept quiet for a while,and then he asked where the nearest animal shelter was. Hearing this,his son cried and started to argue with him. All of a sudden,an older woman who was sitting in the waiting room stood up,walked up to the counter,and told the man that she would pay for the cost. The man thanked her and the son got to keep a healthy cat.
I always thought it was the right thing to help out a needy person,but I only saw people do acts of kindness on TV or in movies. What the woman did made me believe that these things do happen in real life,and quite often.
Now,when I can't decide whether to help someone who is in need,I remember this woman,and then I have the courage to step up to the plate. Sometimes other people follow.
|
For what purpose did the writer work at the vet's?
|
[
"To help out his friend",
"To make some pocket money",
"To gain some work experience",
"To learn more about society"
] |
C
|
devhigh12824
|
In the tenth grade,I began working for free at a vet's that was run by a friend. I wanted to get experience for what I thought would be my future job. However,on one particular Saturday morning I learnt something perhaps more important.
The hospital was in the middle of one of the poorer sections of the city and some people could only pay for the most basic treatments. On this Saturday,a man and his young son,who was probably about 7 years old,walked in with a small cat in a cardboard box. There was something wrong with the cat's left eye. But the man could not afford to pay for the cost of the medicine. He kept quiet for a while,and then he asked where the nearest animal shelter was. Hearing this,his son cried and started to argue with him. All of a sudden,an older woman who was sitting in the waiting room stood up,walked up to the counter,and told the man that she would pay for the cost. The man thanked her and the son got to keep a healthy cat.
I always thought it was the right thing to help out a needy person,but I only saw people do acts of kindness on TV or in movies. What the woman did made me believe that these things do happen in real life,and quite often.
Now,when I can't decide whether to help someone who is in need,I remember this woman,and then I have the courage to step up to the plate. Sometimes other people follow.
|
What would the man probably do with the cat if the woman didn't help him?
|
[
"Take it home without treatment.",
"Give it to someone on the street.",
"Give it to the woman.",
"Give it up."
] |
D
|
devhigh12824
|
In the tenth grade,I began working for free at a vet's that was run by a friend. I wanted to get experience for what I thought would be my future job. However,on one particular Saturday morning I learnt something perhaps more important.
The hospital was in the middle of one of the poorer sections of the city and some people could only pay for the most basic treatments. On this Saturday,a man and his young son,who was probably about 7 years old,walked in with a small cat in a cardboard box. There was something wrong with the cat's left eye. But the man could not afford to pay for the cost of the medicine. He kept quiet for a while,and then he asked where the nearest animal shelter was. Hearing this,his son cried and started to argue with him. All of a sudden,an older woman who was sitting in the waiting room stood up,walked up to the counter,and told the man that she would pay for the cost. The man thanked her and the son got to keep a healthy cat.
I always thought it was the right thing to help out a needy person,but I only saw people do acts of kindness on TV or in movies. What the woman did made me believe that these things do happen in real life,and quite often.
Now,when I can't decide whether to help someone who is in need,I remember this woman,and then I have the courage to step up to the plate. Sometimes other people follow.
|
We can learn from this passage that _ .
|
[
"the man doesn't like keeping a cat",
"the older woman often helps people out",
"the man's son didn't agree to the man's first decision",
"the hospital often asks for too much money"
] |
C
|
devhigh1283
|
It's official, not making your bed keeps you healthy. Dust mites present in everyone's home can cause asthma, but they can not live in the dry conditions of an unmade bed.
The average bed is home to one and a half million mites, and they cause a number of common allergies , as they chomp away on human skin in the night; and then produce the allergens which we inhale .
Dust mites grow in the warm humid conditions prevalent in the occupied bed, but they cannot multiply without moisture. So leaving the bed unmade during the day means that the water is not retained by the sheets, which means that the mites dehydrate and die.
Researcher Dr. Stephen Pretlove who has developed a computer model to track how changes in the home can reduce a numbers of dust mites said, "We know that mites can only survive by taking in water from the atmosphere using small glands on the outside of their body."
In the next stage of their research, the scientists are putting mite pockets into beds in 36 houses around the United Kingdom. This will test the _ of the computer model and will investigate how people's daily routines affect mite populations.
Building features such as heating ventilation and insulation will also be adjustable to monitor how the mites cope and react to different atmospheres.
Dr. Pretlove said the research had potential to reduce the PS700 million spent treating mite-induced illnesses each year in the UK.
"Our findings could help building designers create healthy homes and health care workers point out environments most at risk from mites."
Dr. Matt Hallsworth, of the charity Asthma UK, said, "House-dust mite allergen can be an important trigger for many people with asthma, but at present many people find they are inevitable."
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What is the best title of the passage?
|
[
"The Causes of Asthma",
"Research on Allergies",
"Don't make your bed and stay healthy",
"The Bad Effects of Mites"
] |
C
|
devhigh1283
|
It's official, not making your bed keeps you healthy. Dust mites present in everyone's home can cause asthma, but they can not live in the dry conditions of an unmade bed.
The average bed is home to one and a half million mites, and they cause a number of common allergies , as they chomp away on human skin in the night; and then produce the allergens which we inhale .
Dust mites grow in the warm humid conditions prevalent in the occupied bed, but they cannot multiply without moisture. So leaving the bed unmade during the day means that the water is not retained by the sheets, which means that the mites dehydrate and die.
Researcher Dr. Stephen Pretlove who has developed a computer model to track how changes in the home can reduce a numbers of dust mites said, "We know that mites can only survive by taking in water from the atmosphere using small glands on the outside of their body."
In the next stage of their research, the scientists are putting mite pockets into beds in 36 houses around the United Kingdom. This will test the _ of the computer model and will investigate how people's daily routines affect mite populations.
Building features such as heating ventilation and insulation will also be adjustable to monitor how the mites cope and react to different atmospheres.
Dr. Pretlove said the research had potential to reduce the PS700 million spent treating mite-induced illnesses each year in the UK.
"Our findings could help building designers create healthy homes and health care workers point out environments most at risk from mites."
Dr. Matt Hallsworth, of the charity Asthma UK, said, "House-dust mite allergen can be an important trigger for many people with asthma, but at present many people find they are inevitable."
|
Which statement is not true according to the passage?
|
[
"Building features can affect the growth of mites.",
"The research carried out will save a lot of money spent on treating mite-related illnesses.",
"At present it is impossible for people to get rid of house-dust mites related asthma.",
"Dust mites can survive in all kinds of conditions."
] |
D
|
devhigh1283
|
It's official, not making your bed keeps you healthy. Dust mites present in everyone's home can cause asthma, but they can not live in the dry conditions of an unmade bed.
The average bed is home to one and a half million mites, and they cause a number of common allergies , as they chomp away on human skin in the night; and then produce the allergens which we inhale .
Dust mites grow in the warm humid conditions prevalent in the occupied bed, but they cannot multiply without moisture. So leaving the bed unmade during the day means that the water is not retained by the sheets, which means that the mites dehydrate and die.
Researcher Dr. Stephen Pretlove who has developed a computer model to track how changes in the home can reduce a numbers of dust mites said, "We know that mites can only survive by taking in water from the atmosphere using small glands on the outside of their body."
In the next stage of their research, the scientists are putting mite pockets into beds in 36 houses around the United Kingdom. This will test the _ of the computer model and will investigate how people's daily routines affect mite populations.
Building features such as heating ventilation and insulation will also be adjustable to monitor how the mites cope and react to different atmospheres.
Dr. Pretlove said the research had potential to reduce the PS700 million spent treating mite-induced illnesses each year in the UK.
"Our findings could help building designers create healthy homes and health care workers point out environments most at risk from mites."
Dr. Matt Hallsworth, of the charity Asthma UK, said, "House-dust mite allergen can be an important trigger for many people with asthma, but at present many people find they are inevitable."
|
What can not be inferred from the passage?
|
[
"Traditionally, people think that making bed can make one healthy.",
"Mites can not survive in humid atmosphere.",
"people in many fields will benefit from the research.",
"The research will change much in people's concept on mites."
] |
B
|
devhigh1283
|
It's official, not making your bed keeps you healthy. Dust mites present in everyone's home can cause asthma, but they can not live in the dry conditions of an unmade bed.
The average bed is home to one and a half million mites, and they cause a number of common allergies , as they chomp away on human skin in the night; and then produce the allergens which we inhale .
Dust mites grow in the warm humid conditions prevalent in the occupied bed, but they cannot multiply without moisture. So leaving the bed unmade during the day means that the water is not retained by the sheets, which means that the mites dehydrate and die.
Researcher Dr. Stephen Pretlove who has developed a computer model to track how changes in the home can reduce a numbers of dust mites said, "We know that mites can only survive by taking in water from the atmosphere using small glands on the outside of their body."
In the next stage of their research, the scientists are putting mite pockets into beds in 36 houses around the United Kingdom. This will test the _ of the computer model and will investigate how people's daily routines affect mite populations.
Building features such as heating ventilation and insulation will also be adjustable to monitor how the mites cope and react to different atmospheres.
Dr. Pretlove said the research had potential to reduce the PS700 million spent treating mite-induced illnesses each year in the UK.
"Our findings could help building designers create healthy homes and health care workers point out environments most at risk from mites."
Dr. Matt Hallsworth, of the charity Asthma UK, said, "House-dust mite allergen can be an important trigger for many people with asthma, but at present many people find they are inevitable."
|
Which one will not benefit from the research according to the passage?
|
[
"The patient with asthma.",
"The health-care worker.",
"The income of the hospital.",
"The building designer."
] |
C
|
devhigh12832
|
Dog Fancy
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Who would be most interested in the above magazines?
|
[
"Wildlife protectors.",
"Story book writers.",
"Pet dog owners.",
"City zoo managers."
] |
C
|
devhigh12832
|
Dog Fancy
Cover Price: $ 59.88 Price: $ 12.00 ($ 1.00 / issue) You Save: $ 47.88 (80%)
Issues: 12 issues / 12 months
Details:
Dog Fancy is information driven and provides opportunity for reader interaction. Every issue includes a fold-out four-color poster. Your complete guide to help you better understand, care for and enjoy your dog.
Dog for Kids
Cover Price: $ 23. 94 Price: $ 12.99 ($2.17 / issue) You Save: $ 10.95 (46%)
Issues: 6 issues / 12 months
Details:
Dogs for Kids offers interactive and educational activities, which is intended for children (ages 8 to 12) who love dogs and puppies. Each full-color issue has training tips, fun activities to do with dogs, games, puzzles and posters. Dogs for Kids has received the Maxwell Award for Special Interest Magazines from the Dog Writer's of America for 2 years in a row.
The Bark
Cover Price: $ 19.80 Price: $ 15.00 ($ 2.50 /issue) You Save: $ 4.80 (24%)
Issues: 6 issues / 12 months
Details:
The Bark magazine is designed to include everything related to dog culture. Each issue includes stories, essays, poetry, reviews, interviews and artwork related to the relationship between humans and dogs. The Bark is not a how-to-care-for-your-dog magazine. It's a magazine about living with dogs, which is your magazine: touching, smart and simply wonderful.
Dog World
Cover Price: $ 48.88 Price: $ 15.00 ($1.25 / issue) You Save: $ 33.88 (69%)
Details:
Dog World is written for the dog _ , including professionals in the pet industry. Articles entertain and educate readers about dog health -- care, nutrition, appearance, training and behavior and the law. Dog World is a must-read for its devoted, loyal dog-loving readers.
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Which magazine saves most?
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[
"Dog Fancy.",
"Dogs for Kids.",
"The Bark.",
"Dog World."
] |
A
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Dog Fancy
Cover Price: $ 59.88 Price: $ 12.00 ($ 1.00 / issue) You Save: $ 47.88 (80%)
Issues: 12 issues / 12 months
Details:
Dog Fancy is information driven and provides opportunity for reader interaction. Every issue includes a fold-out four-color poster. Your complete guide to help you better understand, care for and enjoy your dog.
Dog for Kids
Cover Price: $ 23. 94 Price: $ 12.99 ($2.17 / issue) You Save: $ 10.95 (46%)
Issues: 6 issues / 12 months
Details:
Dogs for Kids offers interactive and educational activities, which is intended for children (ages 8 to 12) who love dogs and puppies. Each full-color issue has training tips, fun activities to do with dogs, games, puzzles and posters. Dogs for Kids has received the Maxwell Award for Special Interest Magazines from the Dog Writer's of America for 2 years in a row.
The Bark
Cover Price: $ 19.80 Price: $ 15.00 ($ 2.50 /issue) You Save: $ 4.80 (24%)
Issues: 6 issues / 12 months
Details:
The Bark magazine is designed to include everything related to dog culture. Each issue includes stories, essays, poetry, reviews, interviews and artwork related to the relationship between humans and dogs. The Bark is not a how-to-care-for-your-dog magazine. It's a magazine about living with dogs, which is your magazine: touching, smart and simply wonderful.
Dog World
Cover Price: $ 48.88 Price: $ 15.00 ($1.25 / issue) You Save: $ 33.88 (69%)
Details:
Dog World is written for the dog _ , including professionals in the pet industry. Articles entertain and educate readers about dog health -- care, nutrition, appearance, training and behavior and the law. Dog World is a must-read for its devoted, loyal dog-loving readers.
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Which magazine might be the most popular with children?
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[
"Dog Fancy.",
"Dogs for Kids.",
"The Bark.",
"Dog World."
] |
B
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The winter vacation is just around the corner. With such a long holiday to spend, have you decided where to get yourself relaxed from the great pressure of school study? Our company specializes in civil tours. We take pride in offering you the best services and in providing you with a vacation that will be fondly remembered. The following places can be your unforgettable destinations in our country.
A. The Australian Museum
The Australian Museum has an international reputation in the fields of natural history and indigenous studies research and exhibitions. The museum was established in 1827 and is Australia's first museum of natural science and cultural artifacts.
B. Sydney Olympic Park
Home of the Best Games Ever and 2003 Rugby World, Sydney Olympic Park is a gold medal attraction and continues to serve as a major sport and social venue.
Apart from its ultra-modern sport venues, Sydney Olympic Park is set in extensive parklands. Bicentennial Park, one of Sydney's most popular recreational areas, is criss-crossed with walking and bicycle tracks.
C. Art Gallery of New South Wales
Located within a short walking distance from Sydney's CBD, the Art Gallery of New South Wales is one of Australia's foremost art museums housing some of the finest works of art in the country.
The Gallery has a rich and diverse collection including key works of the Heidelberg School and favorite modern Australian artists including Brett Whiteley and Margaret Preston, as well as permanent Australian, European, Asian, contemporary and photographic galleries.
D. Koalas Park Sanctuary
Koalas are on show every day. Shows are at 10:20 A.M., 11:20 A.M., 2:00 P.M., 3:00 P.M. where you can cuddle, feed, pat and have your photo taken with the Koalas. See free roaming Koalas as well, 10 acres of rainforest. Walk in and pat our kangaroos.
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How long has the Australian Museum been built?
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[
"Around 220 years.",
"Around 190 years.",
"Around 140 years.",
"Around 100 years."
] |
B
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The winter vacation is just around the corner. With such a long holiday to spend, have you decided where to get yourself relaxed from the great pressure of school study? Our company specializes in civil tours. We take pride in offering you the best services and in providing you with a vacation that will be fondly remembered. The following places can be your unforgettable destinations in our country.
A. The Australian Museum
The Australian Museum has an international reputation in the fields of natural history and indigenous studies research and exhibitions. The museum was established in 1827 and is Australia's first museum of natural science and cultural artifacts.
B. Sydney Olympic Park
Home of the Best Games Ever and 2003 Rugby World, Sydney Olympic Park is a gold medal attraction and continues to serve as a major sport and social venue.
Apart from its ultra-modern sport venues, Sydney Olympic Park is set in extensive parklands. Bicentennial Park, one of Sydney's most popular recreational areas, is criss-crossed with walking and bicycle tracks.
C. Art Gallery of New South Wales
Located within a short walking distance from Sydney's CBD, the Art Gallery of New South Wales is one of Australia's foremost art museums housing some of the finest works of art in the country.
The Gallery has a rich and diverse collection including key works of the Heidelberg School and favorite modern Australian artists including Brett Whiteley and Margaret Preston, as well as permanent Australian, European, Asian, contemporary and photographic galleries.
D. Koalas Park Sanctuary
Koalas are on show every day. Shows are at 10:20 A.M., 11:20 A.M., 2:00 P.M., 3:00 P.M. where you can cuddle, feed, pat and have your photo taken with the Koalas. See free roaming Koalas as well, 10 acres of rainforest. Walk in and pat our kangaroos.
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Which of the following might be more inviting to a sports fan?
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[
"Koalas Park Sanctuary.",
"Art Gallery of New South Wales.",
"The Australian Museum.",
"Sydney Olympic Park"
] |
D
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devhigh12897
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The winter vacation is just around the corner. With such a long holiday to spend, have you decided where to get yourself relaxed from the great pressure of school study? Our company specializes in civil tours. We take pride in offering you the best services and in providing you with a vacation that will be fondly remembered. The following places can be your unforgettable destinations in our country.
A. The Australian Museum
The Australian Museum has an international reputation in the fields of natural history and indigenous studies research and exhibitions. The museum was established in 1827 and is Australia's first museum of natural science and cultural artifacts.
B. Sydney Olympic Park
Home of the Best Games Ever and 2003 Rugby World, Sydney Olympic Park is a gold medal attraction and continues to serve as a major sport and social venue.
Apart from its ultra-modern sport venues, Sydney Olympic Park is set in extensive parklands. Bicentennial Park, one of Sydney's most popular recreational areas, is criss-crossed with walking and bicycle tracks.
C. Art Gallery of New South Wales
Located within a short walking distance from Sydney's CBD, the Art Gallery of New South Wales is one of Australia's foremost art museums housing some of the finest works of art in the country.
The Gallery has a rich and diverse collection including key works of the Heidelberg School and favorite modern Australian artists including Brett Whiteley and Margaret Preston, as well as permanent Australian, European, Asian, contemporary and photographic galleries.
D. Koalas Park Sanctuary
Koalas are on show every day. Shows are at 10:20 A.M., 11:20 A.M., 2:00 P.M., 3:00 P.M. where you can cuddle, feed, pat and have your photo taken with the Koalas. See free roaming Koalas as well, 10 acres of rainforest. Walk in and pat our kangaroos.
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You can watch Koalas Show at _ .
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[
"M",
"11:20 P.M.",
"2:00 P.M.",
"3:00"
] |
C
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Kids are cool to wear blue jeans and T-shirts today. It is fashionable like that. Fashion refers to the styles of dress that are currently popular. Fashion goes beyond just clothes, though. It's important for some people to wear only the latest fashions and styles. For others, though, keeping up with trends isn't that important. The one thing that stays the same with fashion is this: it always changes!
During the 1960s and 1970s, Hippies made bell--bottomed blue jeans popular. Also, in the 1980s, Michael Jackson made parachute pants all the fashion. Now try to find these items in today's clothing stores!
Do you know why fashions change?The answer is probably as simple as the fact that people change. Over time, the new replaces the old. People are influenced greatly by popular culture, including athletes, musicians, movies stars, as well as popular films, television shows, books and music. We are also influenced by the fashion industry's advertising.
The stars of popular culture are always searching for a new angle to maintain their popularity. Often these new angles come in the form of new clothing or hairstyles. When people see these new styles, they often want to imitate their favorite stars. To do so, they seek out the latest fashions to make themselves look like the people they want to imitate. In this way, fashions evolve and change over time.
Clothes have been used to separate people into groups for many years. Even today, brand-name, clothing that is more expensive than other types of clothing can be used by some people to make themselves different from others.
Unfortunately, this can often have the effect of distancing certain groups from others. Don't forget that it's always OK to develop your own sense of style that is unique and separate from what the fashion world determines! Stay true to yourself and let your personality -- not your clothes -- speak for who you are!
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What causes the changes of fashions?
|
[
"Advertisements change rapidly.",
"Popular culture influences people.",
"Movie stars are changing over time.",
"New films and shows replace the old."
] |
B
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devhigh12906
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Kids are cool to wear blue jeans and T-shirts today. It is fashionable like that. Fashion refers to the styles of dress that are currently popular. Fashion goes beyond just clothes, though. It's important for some people to wear only the latest fashions and styles. For others, though, keeping up with trends isn't that important. The one thing that stays the same with fashion is this: it always changes!
During the 1960s and 1970s, Hippies made bell--bottomed blue jeans popular. Also, in the 1980s, Michael Jackson made parachute pants all the fashion. Now try to find these items in today's clothing stores!
Do you know why fashions change?The answer is probably as simple as the fact that people change. Over time, the new replaces the old. People are influenced greatly by popular culture, including athletes, musicians, movies stars, as well as popular films, television shows, books and music. We are also influenced by the fashion industry's advertising.
The stars of popular culture are always searching for a new angle to maintain their popularity. Often these new angles come in the form of new clothing or hairstyles. When people see these new styles, they often want to imitate their favorite stars. To do so, they seek out the latest fashions to make themselves look like the people they want to imitate. In this way, fashions evolve and change over time.
Clothes have been used to separate people into groups for many years. Even today, brand-name, clothing that is more expensive than other types of clothing can be used by some people to make themselves different from others.
Unfortunately, this can often have the effect of distancing certain groups from others. Don't forget that it's always OK to develop your own sense of style that is unique and separate from what the fashion world determines! Stay true to yourself and let your personality -- not your clothes -- speak for who you are!
|
We can learn from the text that _ .
|
[
"fashion is all about clothes.",
"the author has gone out of fashion.",
"clothes may separate and distance people.",
"people like imitate others' dressing style."
] |
C
|
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Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne is a hot-spot travel destination, and it's easy to see why with its beautiful beaches and busy city life.
Why it's a great choice: Australia as a whole is considered a safe destination for international travel, and because of that, many solo travelers go there. As an English-speaking country, you won't be faced with any language barriers. Melbourne is easy to get around because you can walk or bike practically anywhere!
Thailand
Thailand is great for solo travelers -- perhaps because it is one of the Buddhist mindsets, which promote equality among the sexes.
Why it's a great choice: Thailand is known for its friendly atmosphere, and as a travel hot-spot, there are plenty of chances to meet other like-minded travelers. Well known for being very cheap, especially in the north. A good choice if you want to get away on a budget. Thailand has a lot to offer, from the party-central Bangkok to beautiful beaches and tropical jungle.
Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong is a great place to relax for solo travelers as it is full of "Zen moments," such as beautiful gardens and Tai Chi classes.
Why it's a great choice: Hong Kong is regarded as one of the safest cities in the world. If you're not well-traveled, or perhaps a bit tired of things like language barriers, Hong Kong is a great place to start, as it mixes both Eastern and Western at the same time.
Bali, Indonesia
Bali is a spiritual place with yoga, spas, healthy food and beaches. The combination of friendly people and splendidly visual culture has made Bali Indonesia number one tourist attraction.
Why it's so great: You won't be the only solo traveler in Bali. Everyone is known for being extremely friendly and you're sure to meet some amazing characters along the way. As a Hindu island, Bali is the perfect place for a relaxing and spiritual retreat . The Sacred Monkey Forest in Ubud is fantastic -- if you like monkeys, anyway.
|
What do the four places have in common according to the text?
|
[
"They're cheap to travel around.",
"They're great for solo travelers.",
"They offer good spas and yoga.",
"There're no language barriers."
] |
B
|
devhigh12941
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Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne is a hot-spot travel destination, and it's easy to see why with its beautiful beaches and busy city life.
Why it's a great choice: Australia as a whole is considered a safe destination for international travel, and because of that, many solo travelers go there. As an English-speaking country, you won't be faced with any language barriers. Melbourne is easy to get around because you can walk or bike practically anywhere!
Thailand
Thailand is great for solo travelers -- perhaps because it is one of the Buddhist mindsets, which promote equality among the sexes.
Why it's a great choice: Thailand is known for its friendly atmosphere, and as a travel hot-spot, there are plenty of chances to meet other like-minded travelers. Well known for being very cheap, especially in the north. A good choice if you want to get away on a budget. Thailand has a lot to offer, from the party-central Bangkok to beautiful beaches and tropical jungle.
Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong is a great place to relax for solo travelers as it is full of "Zen moments," such as beautiful gardens and Tai Chi classes.
Why it's a great choice: Hong Kong is regarded as one of the safest cities in the world. If you're not well-traveled, or perhaps a bit tired of things like language barriers, Hong Kong is a great place to start, as it mixes both Eastern and Western at the same time.
Bali, Indonesia
Bali is a spiritual place with yoga, spas, healthy food and beaches. The combination of friendly people and splendidly visual culture has made Bali Indonesia number one tourist attraction.
Why it's so great: You won't be the only solo traveler in Bali. Everyone is known for being extremely friendly and you're sure to meet some amazing characters along the way. As a Hindu island, Bali is the perfect place for a relaxing and spiritual retreat . The Sacred Monkey Forest in Ubud is fantastic -- if you like monkeys, anyway.
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Where can you enjoy both convenient transport and beautiful beaches?
|
[
"Melbourne, Australia.",
"Thailand.",
"Hong Kong, China.",
"Bali, Indonesia."
] |
A
|
devhigh12941
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Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne is a hot-spot travel destination, and it's easy to see why with its beautiful beaches and busy city life.
Why it's a great choice: Australia as a whole is considered a safe destination for international travel, and because of that, many solo travelers go there. As an English-speaking country, you won't be faced with any language barriers. Melbourne is easy to get around because you can walk or bike practically anywhere!
Thailand
Thailand is great for solo travelers -- perhaps because it is one of the Buddhist mindsets, which promote equality among the sexes.
Why it's a great choice: Thailand is known for its friendly atmosphere, and as a travel hot-spot, there are plenty of chances to meet other like-minded travelers. Well known for being very cheap, especially in the north. A good choice if you want to get away on a budget. Thailand has a lot to offer, from the party-central Bangkok to beautiful beaches and tropical jungle.
Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong is a great place to relax for solo travelers as it is full of "Zen moments," such as beautiful gardens and Tai Chi classes.
Why it's a great choice: Hong Kong is regarded as one of the safest cities in the world. If you're not well-traveled, or perhaps a bit tired of things like language barriers, Hong Kong is a great place to start, as it mixes both Eastern and Western at the same time.
Bali, Indonesia
Bali is a spiritual place with yoga, spas, healthy food and beaches. The combination of friendly people and splendidly visual culture has made Bali Indonesia number one tourist attraction.
Why it's so great: You won't be the only solo traveler in Bali. Everyone is known for being extremely friendly and you're sure to meet some amazing characters along the way. As a Hindu island, Bali is the perfect place for a relaxing and spiritual retreat . The Sacred Monkey Forest in Ubud is fantastic -- if you like monkeys, anyway.
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What has made Bali Indonesia No.1 tourist attraction?
|
[
"Yoga, spas, healthy food and beaches.",
"Friendly people and splendidly visual culture.",
"Meeting some amazing characters along the way.",
"Fantastic monkeys in the Sacred Monkey Forest."
] |
B
|
devhigh12941
|
Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne is a hot-spot travel destination, and it's easy to see why with its beautiful beaches and busy city life.
Why it's a great choice: Australia as a whole is considered a safe destination for international travel, and because of that, many solo travelers go there. As an English-speaking country, you won't be faced with any language barriers. Melbourne is easy to get around because you can walk or bike practically anywhere!
Thailand
Thailand is great for solo travelers -- perhaps because it is one of the Buddhist mindsets, which promote equality among the sexes.
Why it's a great choice: Thailand is known for its friendly atmosphere, and as a travel hot-spot, there are plenty of chances to meet other like-minded travelers. Well known for being very cheap, especially in the north. A good choice if you want to get away on a budget. Thailand has a lot to offer, from the party-central Bangkok to beautiful beaches and tropical jungle.
Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong is a great place to relax for solo travelers as it is full of "Zen moments," such as beautiful gardens and Tai Chi classes.
Why it's a great choice: Hong Kong is regarded as one of the safest cities in the world. If you're not well-traveled, or perhaps a bit tired of things like language barriers, Hong Kong is a great place to start, as it mixes both Eastern and Western at the same time.
Bali, Indonesia
Bali is a spiritual place with yoga, spas, healthy food and beaches. The combination of friendly people and splendidly visual culture has made Bali Indonesia number one tourist attraction.
Why it's so great: You won't be the only solo traveler in Bali. Everyone is known for being extremely friendly and you're sure to meet some amazing characters along the way. As a Hindu island, Bali is the perfect place for a relaxing and spiritual retreat . The Sacred Monkey Forest in Ubud is fantastic -- if you like monkeys, anyway.
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What type of writing is this text?
|
[
"A travel journal.",
"A business report.",
"A travel guide.",
"A press advertisement."
] |
C
|
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As a tour guide, Ali is trying his best to introduce this unique land to us, with his rich knowledge and solid historical background. Whether in the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, or at the well-known underground city, a strong sense of pride in Turkey can be found everywhere in his descriptions and explanations.
Turkey's location in the Middle East brings many concerns, especially relating to security, for foreign tourists. And every time foreign tourists change their fixed and somewhat negative views about Turkey on his tour, Ali feels that all his efforts have paid off.
Ali Dede Coskuner, Tour Guide, said, "Guide makes bridge of peace, tourism brings peace to the world."
Aside from work, the biggest comfort for Ali is his happy family, with three sons and a loving wife. But as a tour guide, his time with his family is destined to be very limited.
Ali Dede Coskuner said, "Tour guide is no timing; you don't have fixed time to work. Sometimes, you have to work for 14--15 hours; sometimes, even more than 18 hours, and you can't say 'I am tired.'"
Despite these challenges, Ali always sees the beauty of the job that he does. And his smiling face always makes him an _ host for his guests.
According to Ali, there are about 10 thousand tour guides throughout Turkey, with only five thousand who are active. Because of certain legal loopholes , not all the tour guides are licensed professionals, which results in some unfair competition. At the same time, tour guiding in Turkey is still not recognized as a profession, so guides are not included in the country's insurance system.
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Ali is always taking pride in _ .
|
[
"his rich knowledge and solid historical background",
"changing foreign tourists'fixed and negative views about his country on his tour",
"spending little time with his family",
"his loving wife bringing his three sons up"
] |
B
|
devhigh1296
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As a tour guide, Ali is trying his best to introduce this unique land to us, with his rich knowledge and solid historical background. Whether in the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, or at the well-known underground city, a strong sense of pride in Turkey can be found everywhere in his descriptions and explanations.
Turkey's location in the Middle East brings many concerns, especially relating to security, for foreign tourists. And every time foreign tourists change their fixed and somewhat negative views about Turkey on his tour, Ali feels that all his efforts have paid off.
Ali Dede Coskuner, Tour Guide, said, "Guide makes bridge of peace, tourism brings peace to the world."
Aside from work, the biggest comfort for Ali is his happy family, with three sons and a loving wife. But as a tour guide, his time with his family is destined to be very limited.
Ali Dede Coskuner said, "Tour guide is no timing; you don't have fixed time to work. Sometimes, you have to work for 14--15 hours; sometimes, even more than 18 hours, and you can't say 'I am tired.'"
Despite these challenges, Ali always sees the beauty of the job that he does. And his smiling face always makes him an _ host for his guests.
According to Ali, there are about 10 thousand tour guides throughout Turkey, with only five thousand who are active. Because of certain legal loopholes , not all the tour guides are licensed professionals, which results in some unfair competition. At the same time, tour guiding in Turkey is still not recognized as a profession, so guides are not included in the country's insurance system.
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Ali is not satisfied with _ .
|
[
"his descriptions and explanations about the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations",
"his job as a guide",
"the policy that guides are not included in the country's insurance system",
"his working for 14--15 hours sometimes"
] |
C
|
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