Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Our oldest daughter is having trouble letting go of an old red sofA.
It's not the sofa she's having trouble letting go of as much as the memories.It was their first sofA. It has been loaded and unloaded onto moving trucks seven times.Three kids have eaten on it,dripped on it,and jumped on it.
Yet she's having a hard time letting go and asked if I thought that was strange.
"Completely," I saiD. "You get it from me."
When we were ready to get rid of our baby things,I sold our crib   at the neighborhood garage sale.I had pieces of it in the garage and the other pieces of it still in the house.A young woman said she wanted to buy it.
My throat tightened and the tears began to well.She pulled out cash and I cheered up.
But by the time I returned with the other pieces to the crib,I was all sobbing."Have you considered that maybe you're not ready to sell it?" the woman askeD.
"No-o-o-o," I crieD. "It's fine,really," I saiD. "Take it."
Our attachment to stuff grows in direct relationship to the amount of time it has sat in one place.The longer it sits,the harder it is to get rid of it.You think: "Hey,we've hung onto it this long - it must be valuable!" As though yellowing and a layer of dust increase value.
People who find it extremely hard to part with things have been made into entertainment in a television show called Hoarders.If an episode   of that isn't depressing enough for you,producers now offer Extreme Hoarders.Both of which are not to be outdone by Storage Wars,a show about aggressive people who bid on other people's storage units.
Let the sofa go,I told my daughter.It served its purpose.You can get a new one.Give the kids some crackers   and juice and it will be like the old one in six weeks.

<question>:
When the writer was selling the crib,  _  .

<options>:
A she felt relieved that there was someone willing to buy it
B she showed a strong attachment to the old item
C she couldn't decide whether or not to sell it in the end
D she changed her mind in hopes of keeping it and increasing its value

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Our oldest daughter is having trouble letting go of an old red sofA.
It's not the sofa she's having trouble letting go of as much as the memories.It was their first sofA. It has been loaded and unloaded onto moving trucks seven times.Three kids have eaten on it,dripped on it,and jumped on it.
Yet she's having a hard time letting go and asked if I thought that was strange.
"Completely," I saiD. "You get it from me."
When we were ready to get rid of our baby things,I sold our crib   at the neighborhood garage sale.I had pieces of it in the garage and the other pieces of it still in the house.A young woman said she wanted to buy it.
My throat tightened and the tears began to well.She pulled out cash and I cheered up.
But by the time I returned with the other pieces to the crib,I was all sobbing."Have you considered that maybe you're not ready to sell it?" the woman askeD.
"No-o-o-o," I crieD. "It's fine,really," I saiD. "Take it."
Our attachment to stuff grows in direct relationship to the amount of time it has sat in one place.The longer it sits,the harder it is to get rid of it.You think: "Hey,we've hung onto it this long - it must be valuable!" As though yellowing and a layer of dust increase value.
People who find it extremely hard to part with things have been made into entertainment in a television show called Hoarders.If an episode   of that isn't depressing enough for you,producers now offer Extreme Hoarders.Both of which are not to be outdone by Storage Wars,a show about aggressive people who bid on other people's storage units.
Let the sofa go,I told my daughter.It served its purpose.You can get a new one.Give the kids some crackers   and juice and it will be like the old one in six weeks.

<question>:
The writer refers to the television shows to   _  .

<options>:
A prove that it's depressing to get attached to old stuff
B explain what contributes to people's attachment to old stuff
C show that people in TV shows live the same lives as ordinary people do
D prove that it's actually common for people to find it hard to get rid of old stuff

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Our oldest daughter is having trouble letting go of an old red sofA.
It's not the sofa she's having trouble letting go of as much as the memories.It was their first sofA. It has been loaded and unloaded onto moving trucks seven times.Three kids have eaten on it,dripped on it,and jumped on it.
Yet she's having a hard time letting go and asked if I thought that was strange.
"Completely," I saiD. "You get it from me."
When we were ready to get rid of our baby things,I sold our crib   at the neighborhood garage sale.I had pieces of it in the garage and the other pieces of it still in the house.A young woman said she wanted to buy it.
My throat tightened and the tears began to well.She pulled out cash and I cheered up.
But by the time I returned with the other pieces to the crib,I was all sobbing."Have you considered that maybe you're not ready to sell it?" the woman askeD.
"No-o-o-o," I crieD. "It's fine,really," I saiD. "Take it."
Our attachment to stuff grows in direct relationship to the amount of time it has sat in one place.The longer it sits,the harder it is to get rid of it.You think: "Hey,we've hung onto it this long - it must be valuable!" As though yellowing and a layer of dust increase value.
People who find it extremely hard to part with things have been made into entertainment in a television show called Hoarders.If an episode   of that isn't depressing enough for you,producers now offer Extreme Hoarders.Both of which are not to be outdone by Storage Wars,a show about aggressive people who bid on other people's storage units.
Let the sofa go,I told my daughter.It served its purpose.You can get a new one.Give the kids some crackers   and juice and it will be like the old one in six weeks.

<question>:
Which opinion might the writer agree with according to the article?

<options>:
A If you give away old stuff regularly,you are wasteful.
B If the old stuff has done what it was supposed to,then let it go.
C Nothing is more valuable than your love for your old stuff.
D The older your stuff is,the less trouble you have getting rid of it.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
The best way to come first is to go last. An analysis of almost 50 years of competitions--including Eurovision Song Contests and world skating championships--has found that contestants are more likely to win if they are among the last to appear before the judges.
  The study by an American university appears to provide scientific proof that the best man, or woman, does not always win.
  It found that, on average, the last competitor to appear in the Eurovision Song Contest was more than twice as likely to win as the one who went on first.
  The first rounds of figure-skating championships, for which the running order is selected at random, showed more dramatic results. The final skater had a 14 percent chance of victory, making him or her more than four times as likely to win as the first skater.
  The study showed a gradual _ of chances for competitors who appeared earlier in the running order. A contestant who appears first in a contest is two percent less likely to win than one who appears second. A contestant who appears second is two percent less likely to win than one who appears third, and so on.
  The findings are published in the March issue of Acta Psychologica, a scientific journal.
  Robert Hardman, a senior lecturer in psychology at London Metropolitan University who specializes in the science of decision-making, said that the results were interesting. He suggested that the effect was caused by the limitations of the human memory.
  "When people make comparisons, they aren't really able to make a lot of fine-grade discrimination. When contestants appear at the beginning of a contest, judges have little to compare them to and are perhaps wary  of the scores they give," he said.
  "Later on, when judges are able to compare the contestants to those that have gone before, they might give more extreme marks because they feel more confident about their judgments."

<question>:
Robert Hardman's words mainly tell about his  _  .

<options>:
A own achievement in the research
B explanation for the findings
C suggestion to solve the problem
D comments on the findings

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
The best way to come first is to go last. An analysis of almost 50 years of competitions--including Eurovision Song Contests and world skating championships--has found that contestants are more likely to win if they are among the last to appear before the judges.
  The study by an American university appears to provide scientific proof that the best man, or woman, does not always win.
  It found that, on average, the last competitor to appear in the Eurovision Song Contest was more than twice as likely to win as the one who went on first.
  The first rounds of figure-skating championships, for which the running order is selected at random, showed more dramatic results. The final skater had a 14 percent chance of victory, making him or her more than four times as likely to win as the first skater.
  The study showed a gradual _ of chances for competitors who appeared earlier in the running order. A contestant who appears first in a contest is two percent less likely to win than one who appears second. A contestant who appears second is two percent less likely to win than one who appears third, and so on.
  The findings are published in the March issue of Acta Psychologica, a scientific journal.
  Robert Hardman, a senior lecturer in psychology at London Metropolitan University who specializes in the science of decision-making, said that the results were interesting. He suggested that the effect was caused by the limitations of the human memory.
  "When people make comparisons, they aren't really able to make a lot of fine-grade discrimination. When contestants appear at the beginning of a contest, judges have little to compare them to and are perhaps wary  of the scores they give," he said.
  "Later on, when judges are able to compare the contestants to those that have gone before, they might give more extreme marks because they feel more confident about their judgments."

<question>:
The first skater in the first round of figure skating championships had about a   _  percent chance of winning.

<options>:
A two
B three
C four
D five

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
The best way to come first is to go last. An analysis of almost 50 years of competitions--including Eurovision Song Contests and world skating championships--has found that contestants are more likely to win if they are among the last to appear before the judges.
  The study by an American university appears to provide scientific proof that the best man, or woman, does not always win.
  It found that, on average, the last competitor to appear in the Eurovision Song Contest was more than twice as likely to win as the one who went on first.
  The first rounds of figure-skating championships, for which the running order is selected at random, showed more dramatic results. The final skater had a 14 percent chance of victory, making him or her more than four times as likely to win as the first skater.
  The study showed a gradual _ of chances for competitors who appeared earlier in the running order. A contestant who appears first in a contest is two percent less likely to win than one who appears second. A contestant who appears second is two percent less likely to win than one who appears third, and so on.
  The findings are published in the March issue of Acta Psychologica, a scientific journal.
  Robert Hardman, a senior lecturer in psychology at London Metropolitan University who specializes in the science of decision-making, said that the results were interesting. He suggested that the effect was caused by the limitations of the human memory.
  "When people make comparisons, they aren't really able to make a lot of fine-grade discrimination. When contestants appear at the beginning of a contest, judges have little to compare them to and are perhaps wary  of the scores they give," he said.
  "Later on, when judges are able to compare the contestants to those that have gone before, they might give more extreme marks because they feel more confident about their judgments."

<question>:
What may be a problem with the judges according to the article?

<options>:
A They can't remember things well enough.
B They believe the first is seldom the best.
C They don't really know what is good.
D They show favor towards the contestants they like.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
I've often wondered if I might do more good as a travel agent rather than as a psychologist. It seems that I have been more dramatically affected by certain kinds of travel experiences than I ever have.
My trip to Iceland is a fine example of that. The plan was to spend two days in a remote mountain hut in Iceland. I was working on a photographic book about winter in Iceland and needed to capture images of this amazing region of high mountain peaks, smoky volcanoes, and lakes with floating icebergs.
The moment after we arrived, the weather turned extreme making visibility impossible. It snowed so much and the wind blew so hard that we couldn't leave the tiny hut. To stay warm, we walked around in circles much of the day inside the tiny hut. We tried to call for help but the radio did not work. Day after day, we watched our supplies of food and fuel grow dangerously short. We got acute cabin fever   and started going for walks and ski expeditions outside. Even when the weather finally broke, nobody came to get us even though it was three days beyond our scheduled pickup. By the time the rescue team came to pull us out, we had all given up hope.
From then on, the world looks different to me, as does my life. It would have taken me years of psychotherapy to get to the same point.
Almost everyone has a story to tell, and interestingly, most of these experiences were not altogether pleasant at the time. In fact, it appears that the most constructive life-changing journeys were those that involved some sorts of awful and uncomfortable events that forced the person to develop new resources, increase confidence, and solve problems in new ways.

<question>:
The writer went to Iceland to   _  .

<options>:
A enjoy the natural beautiful floating icebergs
B take photos about the region for a book
C collect materials for psychological research
D challenge the high mountains there

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
I've often wondered if I might do more good as a travel agent rather than as a psychologist. It seems that I have been more dramatically affected by certain kinds of travel experiences than I ever have.
My trip to Iceland is a fine example of that. The plan was to spend two days in a remote mountain hut in Iceland. I was working on a photographic book about winter in Iceland and needed to capture images of this amazing region of high mountain peaks, smoky volcanoes, and lakes with floating icebergs.
The moment after we arrived, the weather turned extreme making visibility impossible. It snowed so much and the wind blew so hard that we couldn't leave the tiny hut. To stay warm, we walked around in circles much of the day inside the tiny hut. We tried to call for help but the radio did not work. Day after day, we watched our supplies of food and fuel grow dangerously short. We got acute cabin fever   and started going for walks and ski expeditions outside. Even when the weather finally broke, nobody came to get us even though it was three days beyond our scheduled pickup. By the time the rescue team came to pull us out, we had all given up hope.
From then on, the world looks different to me, as does my life. It would have taken me years of psychotherapy to get to the same point.
Almost everyone has a story to tell, and interestingly, most of these experiences were not altogether pleasant at the time. In fact, it appears that the most constructive life-changing journeys were those that involved some sorts of awful and uncomfortable events that forced the person to develop new resources, increase confidence, and solve problems in new ways.

<question>:
During the trip in Iceland, those travelers faced difficulties EXCEPT that   _  .

<options>:
A they got lost in the mountain
B they were short of food and fuel
C they couldn't see the surroundings clearly
D they failed to get in touch with the rescue team

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
I've often wondered if I might do more good as a travel agent rather than as a psychologist. It seems that I have been more dramatically affected by certain kinds of travel experiences than I ever have.
My trip to Iceland is a fine example of that. The plan was to spend two days in a remote mountain hut in Iceland. I was working on a photographic book about winter in Iceland and needed to capture images of this amazing region of high mountain peaks, smoky volcanoes, and lakes with floating icebergs.
The moment after we arrived, the weather turned extreme making visibility impossible. It snowed so much and the wind blew so hard that we couldn't leave the tiny hut. To stay warm, we walked around in circles much of the day inside the tiny hut. We tried to call for help but the radio did not work. Day after day, we watched our supplies of food and fuel grow dangerously short. We got acute cabin fever   and started going for walks and ski expeditions outside. Even when the weather finally broke, nobody came to get us even though it was three days beyond our scheduled pickup. By the time the rescue team came to pull us out, we had all given up hope.
From then on, the world looks different to me, as does my life. It would have taken me years of psychotherapy to get to the same point.
Almost everyone has a story to tell, and interestingly, most of these experiences were not altogether pleasant at the time. In fact, it appears that the most constructive life-changing journeys were those that involved some sorts of awful and uncomfortable events that forced the person to develop new resources, increase confidence, and solve problems in new ways.

<question>:
Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?

<options>:
A The writer is a travel agent who loves difficult challenges.
B In Iceland the weather is always extreme and it snows a lot.
C The travellers were so depressed that they needed psychotherapy.
D Awful journeys may become life-changing events that inspire people.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Detective Keeling took his client--a goodlooking lady into the back yard of the store together. The lady opened a door in the wall and they entered the small room behind the store. They crossed the room to a locked door.
Mr. Keeling took some special keys from his pocket. Moments later, one of the keys unlocked the door. The lady went into the store. She said she would hide under the table to keep watch on her husband. Mr. Keeling did not follow her.
The detective went quickly to the policeman's house. Then the two men hurried to the jewellery store. They looked through the window. The policeman was surprised. He spoke to Mr. Keeling, "I don't understand. You told me, 'Robbins took a young woman to a restaurant.' Where is she?"
"There she is!" said Mr. Keeling. He pointed through the window.
"Do you know the lady with Robbins?" asked the policeman.
"That's his secret friend," said Mr. Keeling.
"No! You're wrong! That's Robbins' wife," said the policeman. "I've known her for fifteen years."
"What?" the detective shouted. His face became pale. "Who is under the table in the store?" He started to kick the door of the jewellery store. Mr. Robbins came to the door and opened it. The policeman and the detective ran into the store.
"Look under that table!" shouted the detective. "Be quick!"
The policeman lifted the cloth and put his arm under the table. He pulled out a black dress, a black veil and a woman's wig .
"Is this young lady your wife?" Mr. Keeling asked the jeweller. He pointed at the woman.
"Yes! She is my wife!" said Mr. Robbins angrily. "Why did you kick my door? Why are those clothes under my table?"
"Please check all the jewellery in your store, Mr. Robbins," the policeman said. "Is anything missing?"
Some diamond rings and some expensive necklaces were missing. The missing jewellery was worth $800. Later that night, Mr. Keeling was sitting in his office. He was looking through a big book of photographs. They were photographs of criminals. The policeman had brought the book to the detective's office. Suddenly, Mr. Keeling stopped turning the pages. He looked at a picture of a handsome young man with a familiar face.
The next morning, Mr. Keeling paid the jeweller $800, then closed his office.

<question>:
At the beginning, the lady was able to go into the jewellery store because   _  .

<options>:
A she went to the back yard and found the way
B she was the owner of the store and had the key
C two men helped her together to enter the store
D Mr. Keeling unlocked the back door to the store

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Detective Keeling took his client--a goodlooking lady into the back yard of the store together. The lady opened a door in the wall and they entered the small room behind the store. They crossed the room to a locked door.
Mr. Keeling took some special keys from his pocket. Moments later, one of the keys unlocked the door. The lady went into the store. She said she would hide under the table to keep watch on her husband. Mr. Keeling did not follow her.
The detective went quickly to the policeman's house. Then the two men hurried to the jewellery store. They looked through the window. The policeman was surprised. He spoke to Mr. Keeling, "I don't understand. You told me, 'Robbins took a young woman to a restaurant.' Where is she?"
"There she is!" said Mr. Keeling. He pointed through the window.
"Do you know the lady with Robbins?" asked the policeman.
"That's his secret friend," said Mr. Keeling.
"No! You're wrong! That's Robbins' wife," said the policeman. "I've known her for fifteen years."
"What?" the detective shouted. His face became pale. "Who is under the table in the store?" He started to kick the door of the jewellery store. Mr. Robbins came to the door and opened it. The policeman and the detective ran into the store.
"Look under that table!" shouted the detective. "Be quick!"
The policeman lifted the cloth and put his arm under the table. He pulled out a black dress, a black veil and a woman's wig .
"Is this young lady your wife?" Mr. Keeling asked the jeweller. He pointed at the woman.
"Yes! She is my wife!" said Mr. Robbins angrily. "Why did you kick my door? Why are those clothes under my table?"
"Please check all the jewellery in your store, Mr. Robbins," the policeman said. "Is anything missing?"
Some diamond rings and some expensive necklaces were missing. The missing jewellery was worth $800. Later that night, Mr. Keeling was sitting in his office. He was looking through a big book of photographs. They were photographs of criminals. The policeman had brought the book to the detective's office. Suddenly, Mr. Keeling stopped turning the pages. He looked at a picture of a handsome young man with a familiar face.
The next morning, Mr. Keeling paid the jeweller $800, then closed his office.

<question>:
The young lady who stayed with Mr. Robbins in the jewellery store was actually   _  .

<options>:
A Mr. Robbins' sister
B Mr. Robbins' secret friend
C Mr. Robbins' wife
D a clever thief

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Detective Keeling took his client--a goodlooking lady into the back yard of the store together. The lady opened a door in the wall and they entered the small room behind the store. They crossed the room to a locked door.
Mr. Keeling took some special keys from his pocket. Moments later, one of the keys unlocked the door. The lady went into the store. She said she would hide under the table to keep watch on her husband. Mr. Keeling did not follow her.
The detective went quickly to the policeman's house. Then the two men hurried to the jewellery store. They looked through the window. The policeman was surprised. He spoke to Mr. Keeling, "I don't understand. You told me, 'Robbins took a young woman to a restaurant.' Where is she?"
"There she is!" said Mr. Keeling. He pointed through the window.
"Do you know the lady with Robbins?" asked the policeman.
"That's his secret friend," said Mr. Keeling.
"No! You're wrong! That's Robbins' wife," said the policeman. "I've known her for fifteen years."
"What?" the detective shouted. His face became pale. "Who is under the table in the store?" He started to kick the door of the jewellery store. Mr. Robbins came to the door and opened it. The policeman and the detective ran into the store.
"Look under that table!" shouted the detective. "Be quick!"
The policeman lifted the cloth and put his arm under the table. He pulled out a black dress, a black veil and a woman's wig .
"Is this young lady your wife?" Mr. Keeling asked the jeweller. He pointed at the woman.
"Yes! She is my wife!" said Mr. Robbins angrily. "Why did you kick my door? Why are those clothes under my table?"
"Please check all the jewellery in your store, Mr. Robbins," the policeman said. "Is anything missing?"
Some diamond rings and some expensive necklaces were missing. The missing jewellery was worth $800. Later that night, Mr. Keeling was sitting in his office. He was looking through a big book of photographs. They were photographs of criminals. The policeman had brought the book to the detective's office. Suddenly, Mr. Keeling stopped turning the pages. He looked at a picture of a handsome young man with a familiar face.
The next morning, Mr. Keeling paid the jeweller $800, then closed his office.

<question>:
It can be inferred from the passage that Mr. Keeling cooperated with his client   _  .

<options>:
A so that he could get some jewellery from the store
B because he thought he was helping the lady
C because he wanted to play a joke on Mr. Robbins
D so that he could get a job as a policeman

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Detective Keeling took his client--a goodlooking lady into the back yard of the store together. The lady opened a door in the wall and they entered the small room behind the store. They crossed the room to a locked door.
Mr. Keeling took some special keys from his pocket. Moments later, one of the keys unlocked the door. The lady went into the store. She said she would hide under the table to keep watch on her husband. Mr. Keeling did not follow her.
The detective went quickly to the policeman's house. Then the two men hurried to the jewellery store. They looked through the window. The policeman was surprised. He spoke to Mr. Keeling, "I don't understand. You told me, 'Robbins took a young woman to a restaurant.' Where is she?"
"There she is!" said Mr. Keeling. He pointed through the window.
"Do you know the lady with Robbins?" asked the policeman.
"That's his secret friend," said Mr. Keeling.
"No! You're wrong! That's Robbins' wife," said the policeman. "I've known her for fifteen years."
"What?" the detective shouted. His face became pale. "Who is under the table in the store?" He started to kick the door of the jewellery store. Mr. Robbins came to the door and opened it. The policeman and the detective ran into the store.
"Look under that table!" shouted the detective. "Be quick!"
The policeman lifted the cloth and put his arm under the table. He pulled out a black dress, a black veil and a woman's wig .
"Is this young lady your wife?" Mr. Keeling asked the jeweller. He pointed at the woman.
"Yes! She is my wife!" said Mr. Robbins angrily. "Why did you kick my door? Why are those clothes under my table?"
"Please check all the jewellery in your store, Mr. Robbins," the policeman said. "Is anything missing?"
Some diamond rings and some expensive necklaces were missing. The missing jewellery was worth $800. Later that night, Mr. Keeling was sitting in his office. He was looking through a big book of photographs. They were photographs of criminals. The policeman had brought the book to the detective's office. Suddenly, Mr. Keeling stopped turning the pages. He looked at a picture of a handsome young man with a familiar face.
The next morning, Mr. Keeling paid the jeweller $800, then closed his office.

<question>:
The missing jewellery worth$800 was in fact taken away by   _  .

<options>:
A a young woman
B a young man
C a detective
D a policeman

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Dear Editor,
  I used to be a doctor in the children's department of a hospital. Sometimes I treated children who had been poisoned by medicine for older family members. The children didn't know the medicine was dangerous; they just knew it tasted sweet. Children easily open the bottle that we now use in China.
  Some days ago I talked about medicines with an American. He showed me a sort of plastic bottle. The design was quite simple and I'm sure our Chinese factories could produce these bottles. The top of the bottle licks but can be opened by pressing down on it while turning. This is difficult for most young children to do, though grown-ups can open these bottles very easily.
  I'm certain that the expense of making such tops would be very small. As a doctor, I'd love to see this done. And most parents would be grateful .
                                                              Sincerely yours,
                                                              Li Hua

<question>:
The letter writer's job in the hospital was mainly to   _  .

<options>:
A treat sick children
B treat poisoned children
C give medicine to people
D give medicine to children

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Dear Editor,
  I used to be a doctor in the children's department of a hospital. Sometimes I treated children who had been poisoned by medicine for older family members. The children didn't know the medicine was dangerous; they just knew it tasted sweet. Children easily open the bottle that we now use in China.
  Some days ago I talked about medicines with an American. He showed me a sort of plastic bottle. The design was quite simple and I'm sure our Chinese factories could produce these bottles. The top of the bottle licks but can be opened by pressing down on it while turning. This is difficult for most young children to do, though grown-ups can open these bottles very easily.
  I'm certain that the expense of making such tops would be very small. As a doctor, I'd love to see this done. And most parents would be grateful .
                                                              Sincerely yours,
                                                              Li Hua

<question>:
From the letter one can conclude that   _  .

<options>:
A some children like to take adults' medicine
B some adults medicines cause danger to children
C all children like to take sweet medicines
D all adults' medicines are dangerous to children

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Dear Editor,
  I used to be a doctor in the children's department of a hospital. Sometimes I treated children who had been poisoned by medicine for older family members. The children didn't know the medicine was dangerous; they just knew it tasted sweet. Children easily open the bottle that we now use in China.
  Some days ago I talked about medicines with an American. He showed me a sort of plastic bottle. The design was quite simple and I'm sure our Chinese factories could produce these bottles. The top of the bottle licks but can be opened by pressing down on it while turning. This is difficult for most young children to do, though grown-ups can open these bottles very easily.
  I'm certain that the expense of making such tops would be very small. As a doctor, I'd love to see this done. And most parents would be grateful .
                                                              Sincerely yours,
                                                              Li Hua

<question>:
The doctor seems to be   _   .

<options>:
A happy about China' a hospital
B sorry for what has happened
C eager to disclose the affair
D anxious to solve the problem

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Dear Editor,
  I used to be a doctor in the children's department of a hospital. Sometimes I treated children who had been poisoned by medicine for older family members. The children didn't know the medicine was dangerous; they just knew it tasted sweet. Children easily open the bottle that we now use in China.
  Some days ago I talked about medicines with an American. He showed me a sort of plastic bottle. The design was quite simple and I'm sure our Chinese factories could produce these bottles. The top of the bottle licks but can be opened by pressing down on it while turning. This is difficult for most young children to do, though grown-ups can open these bottles very easily.
  I'm certain that the expense of making such tops would be very small. As a doctor, I'd love to see this done. And most parents would be grateful .
                                                              Sincerely yours,
                                                              Li Hua

<question>:
The doctor thinks that we should   _  .

<options>:
A learn from the Americans
B buy this kind of bottle
C produce this kind of plastic bottle
D turn to Americans for advice

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Dear Editor,
  I used to be a doctor in the children's department of a hospital. Sometimes I treated children who had been poisoned by medicine for older family members. The children didn't know the medicine was dangerous; they just knew it tasted sweet. Children easily open the bottle that we now use in China.
  Some days ago I talked about medicines with an American. He showed me a sort of plastic bottle. The design was quite simple and I'm sure our Chinese factories could produce these bottles. The top of the bottle licks but can be opened by pressing down on it while turning. This is difficult for most young children to do, though grown-ups can open these bottles very easily.
  I'm certain that the expense of making such tops would be very small. As a doctor, I'd love to see this done. And most parents would be grateful .
                                                              Sincerely yours,
                                                              Li Hua

<question>:
The letter was written to the editor in order to ask for   _  .

<options>:
A money from the newspaper
B the plastic bottles from the readers
C advice from the editor
D support from public opinion

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
I moved into a new house in July. Since then I have met a few of my neighbors who are very nice people. For Christmas, I thought I would do something nice for each of the neighbors I know. There were nine neighbors whom I knew by name or spoke with often when I was out in my yard. I knew which houses they lived in.
I decided to add one more to my list. This lady I decided to add lives down the street from me. I meet her every morning walking to work as I drive down the street. She always smiles to me. But I had no idea who she was and which house she lived in.
I planned to make small fruit baskets and leave them on my neighbor's front porches  on Christmas Eve. I signed the cards: "Happy Holidays from 5104 Northumberland Road."
I saved the last for the friendly lady. I finally decided on a house where I met her each morning and guessed that it was hers.
My neighbors really appreciated the baskets and would tell me as they saw me in the yard or they would call, and a couple even came by to thank me.
This morning I found a small note in the mailbox. It was addressed simply: Resident, 5104 Northumberland Road.
The Thank You card really caught me by surprise. I opened it and read the message, "Thank you for the lovely fruit basket you left on our porch. It was very thoughtful. Richard Kelly passed away last week. He talked a lot about how nice it was that someone remembered him in his time of illness. He really appreciated it."
I had no idea who Richard Kelly was and that he had been seriously ill. I had left that nice lady's basket on his porch by mistake. I wanted to say sorry, but that would be wrong. I believe that Mr. Kelly was meant to have that basket because he was dying. I hate that the nice lady did not get to receive a fruit basket on Christmas, but I believe if she knew what had happened, she would be happy. I feel pleased to have helped Richard Kelly's last days be more cheerful.

<question>:
How many Christmas gifts did the author intend to send?

<options>:
A Nine.
B Eight.
C Ten.
D Eleven.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
I moved into a new house in July. Since then I have met a few of my neighbors who are very nice people. For Christmas, I thought I would do something nice for each of the neighbors I know. There were nine neighbors whom I knew by name or spoke with often when I was out in my yard. I knew which houses they lived in.
I decided to add one more to my list. This lady I decided to add lives down the street from me. I meet her every morning walking to work as I drive down the street. She always smiles to me. But I had no idea who she was and which house she lived in.
I planned to make small fruit baskets and leave them on my neighbor's front porches  on Christmas Eve. I signed the cards: "Happy Holidays from 5104 Northumberland Road."
I saved the last for the friendly lady. I finally decided on a house where I met her each morning and guessed that it was hers.
My neighbors really appreciated the baskets and would tell me as they saw me in the yard or they would call, and a couple even came by to thank me.
This morning I found a small note in the mailbox. It was addressed simply: Resident, 5104 Northumberland Road.
The Thank You card really caught me by surprise. I opened it and read the message, "Thank you for the lovely fruit basket you left on our porch. It was very thoughtful. Richard Kelly passed away last week. He talked a lot about how nice it was that someone remembered him in his time of illness. He really appreciated it."
I had no idea who Richard Kelly was and that he had been seriously ill. I had left that nice lady's basket on his porch by mistake. I wanted to say sorry, but that would be wrong. I believe that Mr. Kelly was meant to have that basket because he was dying. I hate that the nice lady did not get to receive a fruit basket on Christmas, but I believe if she knew what had happened, she would be happy. I feel pleased to have helped Richard Kelly's last days be more cheerful.

<question>:
Where did the friendly lady live?

<options>:
A She lived at the end of Northumberland Road.
B Her address was 5104 Northumberland Road.
C She was thought to share a house with Mr. Kelly.
D The author was not sure about her address at all.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
I moved into a new house in July. Since then I have met a few of my neighbors who are very nice people. For Christmas, I thought I would do something nice for each of the neighbors I know. There were nine neighbors whom I knew by name or spoke with often when I was out in my yard. I knew which houses they lived in.
I decided to add one more to my list. This lady I decided to add lives down the street from me. I meet her every morning walking to work as I drive down the street. She always smiles to me. But I had no idea who she was and which house she lived in.
I planned to make small fruit baskets and leave them on my neighbor's front porches  on Christmas Eve. I signed the cards: "Happy Holidays from 5104 Northumberland Road."
I saved the last for the friendly lady. I finally decided on a house where I met her each morning and guessed that it was hers.
My neighbors really appreciated the baskets and would tell me as they saw me in the yard or they would call, and a couple even came by to thank me.
This morning I found a small note in the mailbox. It was addressed simply: Resident, 5104 Northumberland Road.
The Thank You card really caught me by surprise. I opened it and read the message, "Thank you for the lovely fruit basket you left on our porch. It was very thoughtful. Richard Kelly passed away last week. He talked a lot about how nice it was that someone remembered him in his time of illness. He really appreciated it."
I had no idea who Richard Kelly was and that he had been seriously ill. I had left that nice lady's basket on his porch by mistake. I wanted to say sorry, but that would be wrong. I believe that Mr. Kelly was meant to have that basket because he was dying. I hate that the nice lady did not get to receive a fruit basket on Christmas, but I believe if she knew what had happened, she would be happy. I feel pleased to have helped Richard Kelly's last days be more cheerful.

<question>:
How did the author's neighbors respond to his gifts?

<options>:
A They liked the gifts very much and were thankful.
B They were thankful that they wanted to be friends.
C They all made phone calls to say "Thank You".
D They all visited him by person to show gratitude.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
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<question>:
What kind of people will probably answer this advertisement?

<options>:
A College students preparing to work in some big companies.
B college students preparing to study for a degree.
C High school graduates preparing to have at-home training.
D High school graduates preparing for college entrance examinations.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
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Have you ever wondered what a Degree might be worth to you in your job or career? It means a lot--Americans with an Association Degree average nearly $10,000 more in yearly earnings than those with just a High School Diploma.
Harcourt Learning Direct offers you a way to get a Specialized Associate Degree in 11 of today's growing fields--without having to go to college full time. With Harcourt, you study at home, in your spare time--so you don't have to give up your present job while you train for a better one. Choose from exciting majors like Business Management, Accounting, Dressmaking &Design, Bookkeeping, Photography, Computer Science, Engineering and more!
Your training includes everything you need!
Books, lessons, learning aids--even professional-quality tools and equipment--everything you need to master your training and move ahead to a new career is included in the low tuition price you pay.
Your education is nationally recognized!
Nearly 2,000 American companies--including General Electric, IBM, Mobil, General Motors, Ford, and many others--have used our training for their employees. If companies like these recognize the value of our training, you can be sure that employers in your area will, too!
Earn your degree in as little as two years! Get a career diploma in just six months!
The career of your dreams is closer than you think. Even if you have no experience before, you can get valuable job skills in today's hottest fields! Step-by-step lessons make learning easy. Prepare for promotions, pay raise, even start a business of your own!
Send today for FREE information about Harcourt at-home training!
Simply fill in your name and address on the coupon  above. Then, write in the name and number of the one program you're most interested in, and post it today. We'll rush you free information about how you can take advantage of the opportunities in the field you've chosen. Act today!
Mail coupon today! Or call the number below
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<question>:
People can get a Specialized Associate Degree by  _  .

<options>:
A doing full-time learning at school
B working in some big famous companies
C studying in their spare time
D studying abroad for two years

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
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Have you ever wondered what a Degree might be worth to you in your job or career? It means a lot--Americans with an Association Degree average nearly $10,000 more in yearly earnings than those with just a High School Diploma.
Harcourt Learning Direct offers you a way to get a Specialized Associate Degree in 11 of today's growing fields--without having to go to college full time. With Harcourt, you study at home, in your spare time--so you don't have to give up your present job while you train for a better one. Choose from exciting majors like Business Management, Accounting, Dressmaking &Design, Bookkeeping, Photography, Computer Science, Engineering and more!
Your training includes everything you need!
Books, lessons, learning aids--even professional-quality tools and equipment--everything you need to master your training and move ahead to a new career is included in the low tuition price you pay.
Your education is nationally recognized!
Nearly 2,000 American companies--including General Electric, IBM, Mobil, General Motors, Ford, and many others--have used our training for their employees. If companies like these recognize the value of our training, you can be sure that employers in your area will, too!
Earn your degree in as little as two years! Get a career diploma in just six months!
The career of your dreams is closer than you think. Even if you have no experience before, you can get valuable job skills in today's hottest fields! Step-by-step lessons make learning easy. Prepare for promotions, pay raise, even start a business of your own!
Send today for FREE information about Harcourt at-home training!
Simply fill in your name and address on the coupon  above. Then, write in the name and number of the one program you're most interested in, and post it today. We'll rush you free information about how you can take advantage of the opportunities in the field you've chosen. Act today!
Mail coupon today! Or call the number below
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<question>:
How can you contact Harcourt Learning Direct?

<options>:
A By sending an E-mail.
B By visiting the office on weekdays.
C By making a call on weekdays only.
D By sending a letter not later than today.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
A sign is another kind of language. Here are some of them that you see on the roads.
Number one is a sign with the number thirty on it. When drivers see this sign, they must not go at more than thirty kilometres an hour. We see this sign when we are getting near a town.
Number two is a sign that we're near a crossing. We must drive carefully.
Number three is a sign that there is a bend in the road. Again, we must drive slowly and carefully. It is not safe to go round a bend very fast.
Number four is a sign that there is another road coming in from the right. There is a junction  at this place.
Number five is a sign that there is a hill and number six is a sign that the road gets narrow. Drivers must go slowly and carefully.
Number seven has the word "SCHOOL" on it. This is a sign that there is a school at the side of the street or the road. Perhaps there are children going to or leaving school. So drivers must look carefully and go slowly.
Number eight is a sign with the letter "P" on it. The letter "P"means "Parking". At some places, there are the signs "No parking" or "No waiting". If a driver leaves his car near one of these signs, a policeman may come and write down the number of his car.

<question>:
At the places where you see Sign 1,   _  .

<options>:
A you are already out of a town
B you still have thirty kilometres to go
C there must be a town thirty kilometres away
D there must be many houses and buildings not far away

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
A sign is another kind of language. Here are some of them that you see on the roads.
Number one is a sign with the number thirty on it. When drivers see this sign, they must not go at more than thirty kilometres an hour. We see this sign when we are getting near a town.
Number two is a sign that we're near a crossing. We must drive carefully.
Number three is a sign that there is a bend in the road. Again, we must drive slowly and carefully. It is not safe to go round a bend very fast.
Number four is a sign that there is another road coming in from the right. There is a junction  at this place.
Number five is a sign that there is a hill and number six is a sign that the road gets narrow. Drivers must go slowly and carefully.
Number seven has the word "SCHOOL" on it. This is a sign that there is a school at the side of the street or the road. Perhaps there are children going to or leaving school. So drivers must look carefully and go slowly.
Number eight is a sign with the letter "P" on it. The letter "P"means "Parking". At some places, there are the signs "No parking" or "No waiting". If a driver leaves his car near one of these signs, a policeman may come and write down the number of his car.

<question>:
There stands Sign 2 near a place where  _  .

<options>:
A two roads cross
B people can cross the road
C the roads get narrow
D there are no traffic lights

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
A sign is another kind of language. Here are some of them that you see on the roads.
Number one is a sign with the number thirty on it. When drivers see this sign, they must not go at more than thirty kilometres an hour. We see this sign when we are getting near a town.
Number two is a sign that we're near a crossing. We must drive carefully.
Number three is a sign that there is a bend in the road. Again, we must drive slowly and carefully. It is not safe to go round a bend very fast.
Number four is a sign that there is another road coming in from the right. There is a junction  at this place.
Number five is a sign that there is a hill and number six is a sign that the road gets narrow. Drivers must go slowly and carefully.
Number seven has the word "SCHOOL" on it. This is a sign that there is a school at the side of the street or the road. Perhaps there are children going to or leaving school. So drivers must look carefully and go slowly.
Number eight is a sign with the letter "P" on it. The letter "P"means "Parking". At some places, there are the signs "No parking" or "No waiting". If a driver leaves his car near one of these signs, a policeman may come and write down the number of his car.

<question>:
You have to drive not only slowly but also carefully when you find  _  .

<options>:
A each of the eight signs
B either of Signs 2 and 3
C all of Signs 3, 5, 6 and 7
D any of Signs 3, 5, 6 and 7

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
A sign is another kind of language. Here are some of them that you see on the roads.
Number one is a sign with the number thirty on it. When drivers see this sign, they must not go at more than thirty kilometres an hour. We see this sign when we are getting near a town.
Number two is a sign that we're near a crossing. We must drive carefully.
Number three is a sign that there is a bend in the road. Again, we must drive slowly and carefully. It is not safe to go round a bend very fast.
Number four is a sign that there is another road coming in from the right. There is a junction  at this place.
Number five is a sign that there is a hill and number six is a sign that the road gets narrow. Drivers must go slowly and carefully.
Number seven has the word "SCHOOL" on it. This is a sign that there is a school at the side of the street or the road. Perhaps there are children going to or leaving school. So drivers must look carefully and go slowly.
Number eight is a sign with the letter "P" on it. The letter "P"means "Parking". At some places, there are the signs "No parking" or "No waiting". If a driver leaves his car near one of these signs, a policeman may come and write down the number of his car.

<question>:
People put these signs on the roads to  _  .

<options>:
A show drivers the way
B stop cars going too fast
C make driving even safer
D learn another kind of language

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Do you know that girls are seven times more likely than boys to be unhappy and twice more likely to commit suicide and that girls are three times more likely than boys to have a negative attitude?Twenty percent of the girls in the US between the ages of 12 and 17 drink alcohol and smoke cigarettes.
So what is mental health?Mental health is how we think,feel,and act in order to face life's problems.
A young girl's mental health affects her daily life and future. Like physical health,mental health is important at every stage of life. Caring for and protecting a young girl's mental health is important to ensure that she grows up to become the best she can be.
Many children experience mental health problems that are painful and can be serious. Mental health problems affect at least one in every five young people at any given time. Unluckily,about two thirds of all young people with mental health problems are not getting the help they need. Mental health problems can lead to school failure,alcohol or other drug abuse ,family violence,or even suicide.
There are many signs that may point to a possible mental health problem in a child or teenager. If you are worried about a child or have any questions,look for help at once. Talk to your doctor,a school teacher,or other mental health experts who are trained to know whether your child has a mental health problem. You can also call 18007892647 for a list of warning signs.

<question>:
In the author's opinion,   _   .

<options>:
A mental health is more important than physical health
B mental health is important no matter how old you are
C people with mental health problems will never succeed
D it's easier for children to have mental health problems than adults

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Do you know that girls are seven times more likely than boys to be unhappy and twice more likely to commit suicide and that girls are three times more likely than boys to have a negative attitude?Twenty percent of the girls in the US between the ages of 12 and 17 drink alcohol and smoke cigarettes.
So what is mental health?Mental health is how we think,feel,and act in order to face life's problems.
A young girl's mental health affects her daily life and future. Like physical health,mental health is important at every stage of life. Caring for and protecting a young girl's mental health is important to ensure that she grows up to become the best she can be.
Many children experience mental health problems that are painful and can be serious. Mental health problems affect at least one in every five young people at any given time. Unluckily,about two thirds of all young people with mental health problems are not getting the help they need. Mental health problems can lead to school failure,alcohol or other drug abuse ,family violence,or even suicide.
There are many signs that may point to a possible mental health problem in a child or teenager. If you are worried about a child or have any questions,look for help at once. Talk to your doctor,a school teacher,or other mental health experts who are trained to know whether your child has a mental health problem. You can also call 18007892647 for a list of warning signs.

<question>:
According to the passage,which of the following people would most probably call 18007892647?

<options>:
A People who are sure they have mental health problems.
B Children who have mental health problems and want help.
C Parents who want to know whether their children are doing well at school.
D Parents who want to know whether their children have mental health problems.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Do you know that girls are seven times more likely than boys to be unhappy and twice more likely to commit suicide and that girls are three times more likely than boys to have a negative attitude?Twenty percent of the girls in the US between the ages of 12 and 17 drink alcohol and smoke cigarettes.
So what is mental health?Mental health is how we think,feel,and act in order to face life's problems.
A young girl's mental health affects her daily life and future. Like physical health,mental health is important at every stage of life. Caring for and protecting a young girl's mental health is important to ensure that she grows up to become the best she can be.
Many children experience mental health problems that are painful and can be serious. Mental health problems affect at least one in every five young people at any given time. Unluckily,about two thirds of all young people with mental health problems are not getting the help they need. Mental health problems can lead to school failure,alcohol or other drug abuse ,family violence,or even suicide.
There are many signs that may point to a possible mental health problem in a child or teenager. If you are worried about a child or have any questions,look for help at once. Talk to your doctor,a school teacher,or other mental health experts who are trained to know whether your child has a mental health problem. You can also call 18007892647 for a list of warning signs.

<question>:
The purpose of this passage is to   _   .

<options>:
A tell parents what to do if they find that their children have mental health problems
B explain why so many children have mental health problems
C tell people how bad it is to have mental health problems
D ask parents to pay more attention to their children's mental health

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
When Joan gave birth to the first boy in her family in three generations, she and her husband were overjoyed. So were her parents. Joan expected her elder sister, Sally, to be just as delighted as them. Joan had always admired Sally--the beauty and the star of the family--and felt happy about her achievements.
But since the baby's arrival, the sisters have become distant. Joan feels hurt for Sally seems completely uninterested in her baby. Sally, who has no children, claims that her younger sister "acts as if no one ever had a baby before."
Neither Sally nor Joan understands that the real cause of the current coldness is that their family roles have suddenly changed to the opposite. Finally Joan seems to be better than her elder sister--and Sally doesn't like it! Their distance may be temporary, but it shows that childhood competition don't fade easily as ages grow. It can remain powerful in relationships throughout life.
In a study of the University of Cincinnati, 65 men and women between ages 25 and 93 were asked how they felt about their brothers and sisters. Nearly 75 percent admitted having hidden competitive feelings. In a few cases, these emotions were so strong as to have affected their entire lives.
Many adult brothers and sisters are close, supportive--yet still tend to compete. Two brothers I know turn into killers when on opposite sides of a tennis net. Off the court, they are the best of friends. My own younger sister can't wait to tell me when I've put on weight. However, she's a terrible cook and that pleases me; I tease her when she comes to dinner. Happily, despite these small failings, we have been an important resource for each other.
In between the very competitive and the generally supportive children lie those who say that no friendship should survive. _ . Why do these puzzling, unproductive, often painful relationships continue to exist?

<question>:
When Joan's son was born, Sally  _  .

<options>:
A felt very happy
B felt not delighted
C moved away
D admired her a lot

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
When Joan gave birth to the first boy in her family in three generations, she and her husband were overjoyed. So were her parents. Joan expected her elder sister, Sally, to be just as delighted as them. Joan had always admired Sally--the beauty and the star of the family--and felt happy about her achievements.
But since the baby's arrival, the sisters have become distant. Joan feels hurt for Sally seems completely uninterested in her baby. Sally, who has no children, claims that her younger sister "acts as if no one ever had a baby before."
Neither Sally nor Joan understands that the real cause of the current coldness is that their family roles have suddenly changed to the opposite. Finally Joan seems to be better than her elder sister--and Sally doesn't like it! Their distance may be temporary, but it shows that childhood competition don't fade easily as ages grow. It can remain powerful in relationships throughout life.
In a study of the University of Cincinnati, 65 men and women between ages 25 and 93 were asked how they felt about their brothers and sisters. Nearly 75 percent admitted having hidden competitive feelings. In a few cases, these emotions were so strong as to have affected their entire lives.
Many adult brothers and sisters are close, supportive--yet still tend to compete. Two brothers I know turn into killers when on opposite sides of a tennis net. Off the court, they are the best of friends. My own younger sister can't wait to tell me when I've put on weight. However, she's a terrible cook and that pleases me; I tease her when she comes to dinner. Happily, despite these small failings, we have been an important resource for each other.
In between the very competitive and the generally supportive children lie those who say that no friendship should survive. _ . Why do these puzzling, unproductive, often painful relationships continue to exist?

<question>:
What happens to children's desire to compete with their brothers and sisters?

<options>:
A It sometimes will disappear when they grow up.
B It will never disappear throughout life.
C It will improve their relationships when they grow up.
D It will never harm their relationships when they grow up.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
When Joan gave birth to the first boy in her family in three generations, she and her husband were overjoyed. So were her parents. Joan expected her elder sister, Sally, to be just as delighted as them. Joan had always admired Sally--the beauty and the star of the family--and felt happy about her achievements.
But since the baby's arrival, the sisters have become distant. Joan feels hurt for Sally seems completely uninterested in her baby. Sally, who has no children, claims that her younger sister "acts as if no one ever had a baby before."
Neither Sally nor Joan understands that the real cause of the current coldness is that their family roles have suddenly changed to the opposite. Finally Joan seems to be better than her elder sister--and Sally doesn't like it! Their distance may be temporary, but it shows that childhood competition don't fade easily as ages grow. It can remain powerful in relationships throughout life.
In a study of the University of Cincinnati, 65 men and women between ages 25 and 93 were asked how they felt about their brothers and sisters. Nearly 75 percent admitted having hidden competitive feelings. In a few cases, these emotions were so strong as to have affected their entire lives.
Many adult brothers and sisters are close, supportive--yet still tend to compete. Two brothers I know turn into killers when on opposite sides of a tennis net. Off the court, they are the best of friends. My own younger sister can't wait to tell me when I've put on weight. However, she's a terrible cook and that pleases me; I tease her when she comes to dinner. Happily, despite these small failings, we have been an important resource for each other.
In between the very competitive and the generally supportive children lie those who say that no friendship should survive. _ . Why do these puzzling, unproductive, often painful relationships continue to exist?

<question>:
Why does the author's sister often tell her when she's put on weight?

<options>:
A Because she wants the author to go on a diet.
B Because she wants the author to stop calling her a bad cook.
C Because she wants to make fun of the author's weight.
D Because she wants to be honest with the author.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
A water bearer in India had two large pots, each hung on each end of a pole which he carried across his neck. One of the pots had a crack  in it, and while the other pot was perfect and always delivered a full portion of water at the end of the long walk from the stream to the master's house, the cracked pot arrived only half full.
This went on daily. The perfect pot was proud of its accomplishment. Of course, the poor cracked pot was ashamed of its own imperfection. After two years of what it perceived to be a bitter failure, it spoke to the water bearer one day by the stream.
"I am ashamed of myself, and I want to apologise to you."
"Why?" asked the bearer. "What are you ashamed of?"
"I have been able, for these past two years, to deliver only half my load because this crack in my side causes water to leak out all the way back. And you do no get full value for your efforts" the pot explained.
The water bearer felt sorry for the old cracked pot, and in his compassion he said, "As we return to the master's house, I want you to notice the beautiful flowers along the path."
As they went up the hill, the cracked pot took notice of the sun warming the beautiful wild flowers on the side of the path, and this cheered it a little.
The bearer said, "Did you notice that there were flowers only on your side of the path, but not on the other pot's side?" That is because I have known about you, and I took advantage of it. I planted flower seeds on your side of the path, and every day while we walked back from the stream, you have watered them. For two years, I have been able to pick these beautiful flowers to decorate my master's table. Without you being just the way you are, he would not have this beauty to grace his house."

<question>:
Why did the cracked pot feel ashamed?

<options>:
A Because it didn't hold water.
B Because the water bearer didn't like it.
C It couldn't water the flowers well.
D Because it could only accomplish half of its load.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
A water bearer in India had two large pots, each hung on each end of a pole which he carried across his neck. One of the pots had a crack  in it, and while the other pot was perfect and always delivered a full portion of water at the end of the long walk from the stream to the master's house, the cracked pot arrived only half full.
This went on daily. The perfect pot was proud of its accomplishment. Of course, the poor cracked pot was ashamed of its own imperfection. After two years of what it perceived to be a bitter failure, it spoke to the water bearer one day by the stream.
"I am ashamed of myself, and I want to apologise to you."
"Why?" asked the bearer. "What are you ashamed of?"
"I have been able, for these past two years, to deliver only half my load because this crack in my side causes water to leak out all the way back. And you do no get full value for your efforts" the pot explained.
The water bearer felt sorry for the old cracked pot, and in his compassion he said, "As we return to the master's house, I want you to notice the beautiful flowers along the path."
As they went up the hill, the cracked pot took notice of the sun warming the beautiful wild flowers on the side of the path, and this cheered it a little.
The bearer said, "Did you notice that there were flowers only on your side of the path, but not on the other pot's side?" That is because I have known about you, and I took advantage of it. I planted flower seeds on your side of the path, and every day while we walked back from the stream, you have watered them. For two years, I have been able to pick these beautiful flowers to decorate my master's table. Without you being just the way you are, he would not have this beauty to grace his house."

<question>:
How would the cracked pot feel at the end of the story?

<options>:
A Delighted with itself.
B Disappointed with itself.
C Prouder than the other pot.
D Still ashamed of itself.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
A water bearer in India had two large pots, each hung on each end of a pole which he carried across his neck. One of the pots had a crack  in it, and while the other pot was perfect and always delivered a full portion of water at the end of the long walk from the stream to the master's house, the cracked pot arrived only half full.
This went on daily. The perfect pot was proud of its accomplishment. Of course, the poor cracked pot was ashamed of its own imperfection. After two years of what it perceived to be a bitter failure, it spoke to the water bearer one day by the stream.
"I am ashamed of myself, and I want to apologise to you."
"Why?" asked the bearer. "What are you ashamed of?"
"I have been able, for these past two years, to deliver only half my load because this crack in my side causes water to leak out all the way back. And you do no get full value for your efforts" the pot explained.
The water bearer felt sorry for the old cracked pot, and in his compassion he said, "As we return to the master's house, I want you to notice the beautiful flowers along the path."
As they went up the hill, the cracked pot took notice of the sun warming the beautiful wild flowers on the side of the path, and this cheered it a little.
The bearer said, "Did you notice that there were flowers only on your side of the path, but not on the other pot's side?" That is because I have known about you, and I took advantage of it. I planted flower seeds on your side of the path, and every day while we walked back from the stream, you have watered them. For two years, I have been able to pick these beautiful flowers to decorate my master's table. Without you being just the way you are, he would not have this beauty to grace his house."

<question>:
Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

<options>:
A There were flowers on both sides of the path.
B The cracked pot was more useful than the perfect one.
C We sometimes don't have to mind too much the way we are.
D The water bearer preferred the perfect pot to the cracked one.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Language changes all the time. The words used by young people in the UK can be very different to those used by adults. These extremely informal words and expressions are known as "slang". Here are a few examples:
*Instead of using different tag question like isn't it? Can't you or don't they? People use "innit".e.g. It's hot here, isn't it?="It's" hot here, innit!
*Instead of saying very, really or completely, they use "well". e.g. I'm well tired.
* "Whatever" means "I don't care". e.g. A: But the teacher says we can't leave until we've finished. B:Whatever. I'm going.
Nobody uses slang and not everybody likes it. A school in Sheffield, in the north of England, recently instructed its pupils to stop using slang words. The head teacher says that if young people learn to speak 'correctly' this will help them get a good job.
When British people use slang, it's no surprise that some students say they can't understand native speakers. But perhaps learners don't need to worry about communicating with native speakers so much. Research shows that most of the English spoken in the world today is spoken between non-native speakers of the language. In fact, when we think about "International English", there is no such thing as a native or non-native speaker.
How important is it to understand these slang words and expressions? If you watch films or TV, chat online in English, then understanding slang can be very useful. But you probably won't see much slang in your English exam though. With over seven billion people living on our planet today, it's easy to think one person's actions won't make a difference, however, from personal experience, I can say: each of us is capable of making a difference, however small, to someone's life.

<question>:
Based on the slang mentioned above, what is the meaning of "I think you got me well wrong."?

<options>:
A I think you really hurt my feelings
B I think you totally misunderstood me
C I think you found the completely wrong person
D I think you completely brought the wrong thing

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Language changes all the time. The words used by young people in the UK can be very different to those used by adults. These extremely informal words and expressions are known as "slang". Here are a few examples:
*Instead of using different tag question like isn't it? Can't you or don't they? People use "innit".e.g. It's hot here, isn't it?="It's" hot here, innit!
*Instead of saying very, really or completely, they use "well". e.g. I'm well tired.
* "Whatever" means "I don't care". e.g. A: But the teacher says we can't leave until we've finished. B:Whatever. I'm going.
Nobody uses slang and not everybody likes it. A school in Sheffield, in the north of England, recently instructed its pupils to stop using slang words. The head teacher says that if young people learn to speak 'correctly' this will help them get a good job.
When British people use slang, it's no surprise that some students say they can't understand native speakers. But perhaps learners don't need to worry about communicating with native speakers so much. Research shows that most of the English spoken in the world today is spoken between non-native speakers of the language. In fact, when we think about "International English", there is no such thing as a native or non-native speaker.
How important is it to understand these slang words and expressions? If you watch films or TV, chat online in English, then understanding slang can be very useful. But you probably won't see much slang in your English exam though. With over seven billion people living on our planet today, it's easy to think one person's actions won't make a difference, however, from personal experience, I can say: each of us is capable of making a difference, however small, to someone's life.

<question>:
Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

<options>:
A It is essential to learn all the British slang
B Native English speakers cannot understand each other well
C English is used more between non-native speakers currently
D Young people in Britain often use the same slang words as their parents

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Language changes all the time. The words used by young people in the UK can be very different to those used by adults. These extremely informal words and expressions are known as "slang". Here are a few examples:
*Instead of using different tag question like isn't it? Can't you or don't they? People use "innit".e.g. It's hot here, isn't it?="It's" hot here, innit!
*Instead of saying very, really or completely, they use "well". e.g. I'm well tired.
* "Whatever" means "I don't care". e.g. A: But the teacher says we can't leave until we've finished. B:Whatever. I'm going.
Nobody uses slang and not everybody likes it. A school in Sheffield, in the north of England, recently instructed its pupils to stop using slang words. The head teacher says that if young people learn to speak 'correctly' this will help them get a good job.
When British people use slang, it's no surprise that some students say they can't understand native speakers. But perhaps learners don't need to worry about communicating with native speakers so much. Research shows that most of the English spoken in the world today is spoken between non-native speakers of the language. In fact, when we think about "International English", there is no such thing as a native or non-native speaker.
How important is it to understand these slang words and expressions? If you watch films or TV, chat online in English, then understanding slang can be very useful. But you probably won't see much slang in your English exam though. With over seven billion people living on our planet today, it's easy to think one person's actions won't make a difference, however, from personal experience, I can say: each of us is capable of making a difference, however small, to someone's life.

<question>:
In the author's opinion, why shouldn't English learners be concerned about slangs?

<options>:
A British slangs can hardly come across to English learners
B English learners won't speak with the native speakers
C English learners can make a difference in the world
D There are more people who don't use native slang to communicate

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Language changes all the time. The words used by young people in the UK can be very different to those used by adults. These extremely informal words and expressions are known as "slang". Here are a few examples:
*Instead of using different tag question like isn't it? Can't you or don't they? People use "innit".e.g. It's hot here, isn't it?="It's" hot here, innit!
*Instead of saying very, really or completely, they use "well". e.g. I'm well tired.
* "Whatever" means "I don't care". e.g. A: But the teacher says we can't leave until we've finished. B:Whatever. I'm going.
Nobody uses slang and not everybody likes it. A school in Sheffield, in the north of England, recently instructed its pupils to stop using slang words. The head teacher says that if young people learn to speak 'correctly' this will help them get a good job.
When British people use slang, it's no surprise that some students say they can't understand native speakers. But perhaps learners don't need to worry about communicating with native speakers so much. Research shows that most of the English spoken in the world today is spoken between non-native speakers of the language. In fact, when we think about "International English", there is no such thing as a native or non-native speaker.
How important is it to understand these slang words and expressions? If you watch films or TV, chat online in English, then understanding slang can be very useful. But you probably won't see much slang in your English exam though. With over seven billion people living on our planet today, it's easy to think one person's actions won't make a difference, however, from personal experience, I can say: each of us is capable of making a difference, however small, to someone's life.

<question>:
The author may agree to the opinion that   _  .

<options>:
A individuals can play a part in others' life
B slang learning is an important part of language learning
C one may express his doubt and disbelief by saying "Whatever"
D English learners may feel difficult to communicate without slang

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Before the print was brought to England in 1476, everything was written by hand. The few people who knew how to write were trained in schools set up by the church. Those who made a living by writing for other people were called scribes .
The work of scribes was not easy. Much of it had to be done fast in order to meet the needs of the King. the church and traders. Most of the writing was in Latin  ,but some of it was in the English of the day. And no one was quite sure how some English words should be spelled.
One problem was that several letters were written with short vertical strok that all looked like each other. Among them were the letters , i, u, v, m and n, Thus .five straight lines in a row might stand for uni nui uvi or mii.
As a result .reading was sometimes difficult, especially when the writing was done in a hurry.
The scribes solved the problem in part, by changing the letter u to o when it came before m. n or v. This is how sum and cum came to be written as some and come.
At some point, too, the scribes seemed to have decided that no English word should be ended by u or v. Thus, in time an e was added to such words as live, have, due and true. It was added, but not pronounced.

<question>:
Which of the following is true according to the passage?

<options>:
A Everything has been written by hand in English since 1476.
B The church set up schools to train scribes before 1476.
C More than 500 years ago no people made a living by writing for other people.
D Scribes in England worked only for kings and traders.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Before the print was brought to England in 1476, everything was written by hand. The few people who knew how to write were trained in schools set up by the church. Those who made a living by writing for other people were called scribes .
The work of scribes was not easy. Much of it had to be done fast in order to meet the needs of the King. the church and traders. Most of the writing was in Latin  ,but some of it was in the English of the day. And no one was quite sure how some English words should be spelled.
One problem was that several letters were written with short vertical strok that all looked like each other. Among them were the letters , i, u, v, m and n, Thus .five straight lines in a row might stand for uni nui uvi or mii.
As a result .reading was sometimes difficult, especially when the writing was done in a hurry.
The scribes solved the problem in part, by changing the letter u to o when it came before m. n or v. This is how sum and cum came to be written as some and come.
At some point, too, the scribes seemed to have decided that no English word should be ended by u or v. Thus, in time an e was added to such words as live, have, due and true. It was added, but not pronounced.

<question>:
Sometimes people couldn't read easily  _

<options>:
A because there were too many u's and v's in sonic English words.
B because most of the writing was in Latin.
C When tile writing was done hurriedly.
D when the writing was in English.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Before the print was brought to England in 1476, everything was written by hand. The few people who knew how to write were trained in schools set up by the church. Those who made a living by writing for other people were called scribes .
The work of scribes was not easy. Much of it had to be done fast in order to meet the needs of the King. the church and traders. Most of the writing was in Latin  ,but some of it was in the English of the day. And no one was quite sure how some English words should be spelled.
One problem was that several letters were written with short vertical strok that all looked like each other. Among them were the letters , i, u, v, m and n, Thus .five straight lines in a row might stand for uni nui uvi or mii.
As a result .reading was sometimes difficult, especially when the writing was done in a hurry.
The scribes solved the problem in part, by changing the letter u to o when it came before m. n or v. This is how sum and cum came to be written as some and come.
At some point, too, the scribes seemed to have decided that no English word should be ended by u or v. Thus, in time an e was added to such words as live, have, due and true. It was added, but not pronounced.

<question>:
The scribes changed u before m to o because  _

<options>:
A the change helped them write faster
B om was the right order
C um and om had the same pronunciation
D the change made reading easier

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
Before the print was brought to England in 1476, everything was written by hand. The few people who knew how to write were trained in schools set up by the church. Those who made a living by writing for other people were called scribes .
The work of scribes was not easy. Much of it had to be done fast in order to meet the needs of the King. the church and traders. Most of the writing was in Latin  ,but some of it was in the English of the day. And no one was quite sure how some English words should be spelled.
One problem was that several letters were written with short vertical strok that all looked like each other. Among them were the letters , i, u, v, m and n, Thus .five straight lines in a row might stand for uni nui uvi or mii.
As a result .reading was sometimes difficult, especially when the writing was done in a hurry.
The scribes solved the problem in part, by changing the letter u to o when it came before m. n or v. This is how sum and cum came to be written as some and come.
At some point, too, the scribes seemed to have decided that no English word should be ended by u or v. Thus, in time an e was added to such words as live, have, due and true. It was added, but not pronounced.

<question>:
It is believed that some scribes thought  _

<options>:
A it important to add an e to every English word
B an English word should be ended neither by n nor by v
C it natural to change the spelling of sonic Latin words
D the letter e at the end of any word shouldn't be pronounced

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
You've heard of fast food, but what about slow food?
Slow food is an international movement. It promotes home cooking, and the use of fresh, unprocessed produce. It was founded as reaction to the popularity of unhealthy fast food. It also encourages people to buy food from local businesses, rather than large supermarkets.
The movement began in 1986. at that time, McDonald's wanted to open a restaurant in the centre of Rome (Italy). Food writer Carlo Perini, along with others, was against this. So, the Slow Food Organization was born. Today, it has overt 100,00 members in 132 countries. And its symbol is one of the world's slowest moving creatures, the snail. The organization's website explains, "The snail was chosen because it moves slowly, and calmly eats its way through life."
But Slow Food isn't just about the food we eat. It's also about how we eat it. Slow foodies say that in our fast - food world with very little time, we've forgotten that eating should be a social activity. They believe families should eat together and talk, rather than watch TV with their dinner while sitting in front of it. In fact, research has shown that if children grow up in a family that eats together at the table, they are more likely to do well in school, and less likely to have behavioral problems or devel op eating disorders.
And there's more! Slow Food has sparked an entire Slow Food Movement. This encourages people to slow down the pace of their busy lives. And now, within the movement, there's Slow Money, Slow Travel, Slow Parenting, Slow Art and Slow Media, among many others. In 1999 The World Institute of Slowness was formed. One of the Institute's slogans is a quotation by the famous American actress Mae West. She said, "Everything worth doing in life, is worth doing slowly." Do you agree? No need to answer straight away. Have a long hard think about it. Take your time. And get back to us when you can.

<question>:
If you are a member of the Slow Food Organization, you may   _  .

<options>:
A react to fast food slowly
B buy food from large supermarkets
C like to cook at home
D like the animal of snails

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
You've heard of fast food, but what about slow food?
Slow food is an international movement. It promotes home cooking, and the use of fresh, unprocessed produce. It was founded as reaction to the popularity of unhealthy fast food. It also encourages people to buy food from local businesses, rather than large supermarkets.
The movement began in 1986. at that time, McDonald's wanted to open a restaurant in the centre of Rome (Italy). Food writer Carlo Perini, along with others, was against this. So, the Slow Food Organization was born. Today, it has overt 100,00 members in 132 countries. And its symbol is one of the world's slowest moving creatures, the snail. The organization's website explains, "The snail was chosen because it moves slowly, and calmly eats its way through life."
But Slow Food isn't just about the food we eat. It's also about how we eat it. Slow foodies say that in our fast - food world with very little time, we've forgotten that eating should be a social activity. They believe families should eat together and talk, rather than watch TV with their dinner while sitting in front of it. In fact, research has shown that if children grow up in a family that eats together at the table, they are more likely to do well in school, and less likely to have behavioral problems or devel op eating disorders.
And there's more! Slow Food has sparked an entire Slow Food Movement. This encourages people to slow down the pace of their busy lives. And now, within the movement, there's Slow Money, Slow Travel, Slow Parenting, Slow Art and Slow Media, among many others. In 1999 The World Institute of Slowness was formed. One of the Institute's slogans is a quotation by the famous American actress Mae West. She said, "Everything worth doing in life, is worth doing slowly." Do you agree? No need to answer straight away. Have a long hard think about it. Take your time. And get back to us when you can.

<question>:
Why did people start the Slow Food Movement?

<options>:
A Because food writers are against fast food restaurant everywhere.
B Because they think eating should be an enjoyable family occasion.
C Because they want to slow down the development of society.
D Because they have plenty of time to enjoy their dinner.

<answer>:


Read the following passage and questions, then choose the right answer from options, the answer should be one of A, B, C, D.

<passage>:
You've heard of fast food, but what about slow food?
Slow food is an international movement. It promotes home cooking, and the use of fresh, unprocessed produce. It was founded as reaction to the popularity of unhealthy fast food. It also encourages people to buy food from local businesses, rather than large supermarkets.
The movement began in 1986. at that time, McDonald's wanted to open a restaurant in the centre of Rome (Italy). Food writer Carlo Perini, along with others, was against this. So, the Slow Food Organization was born. Today, it has overt 100,00 members in 132 countries. And its symbol is one of the world's slowest moving creatures, the snail. The organization's website explains, "The snail was chosen because it moves slowly, and calmly eats its way through life."
But Slow Food isn't just about the food we eat. It's also about how we eat it. Slow foodies say that in our fast - food world with very little time, we've forgotten that eating should be a social activity. They believe families should eat together and talk, rather than watch TV with their dinner while sitting in front of it. In fact, research has shown that if children grow up in a family that eats together at the table, they are more likely to do well in school, and less likely to have behavioral problems or devel op eating disorders.
And there's more! Slow Food has sparked an entire Slow Food Movement. This encourages people to slow down the pace of their busy lives. And now, within the movement, there's Slow Money, Slow Travel, Slow Parenting, Slow Art and Slow Media, among many others. In 1999 The World Institute of Slowness was formed. One of the Institute's slogans is a quotation by the famous American actress Mae West. She said, "Everything worth doing in life, is worth doing slowly." Do you agree? No need to answer straight away. Have a long hard think about it. Take your time. And get back to us when you can.

<question>:
What can we infer from the text?

<options>:
A Children growing in slow food families usually behave well.
B Slow Food Movement has little effect on the whole society.
C Mae West thought that everything should be done slowly.
D Slow foodies don't like to watch TV and other entertainment.

<answer>: