超星 - Unit 5 综合练习2--阅读理解 - 查题吧

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Task 1 Read the passage. Write T (true) or F (false) for the statements.City life and country lifeAn increasing number of people around the world are moving from the country to the city. It’s said that by the year 2050, up to 85 percent of the world’s population will be living in cities. So what are the pros and cons of city life and country life?Cities provide many more opportunities. There are more jobs available, an more educational and entertainment opportunities too. Public transportation is also good.On the other hand, there are several disadvantages to life in the city. Although there are more jobs, there is also more competition for those jobs. The cost of living is higher, and cities can be crowded and polluted too. Finally，you are much more likely to be the victim of crime in the city.In the country, you can expect a peaceful life with privacy and safety. Besides， the air is cleaner and you will feel closer to nature. There’s a stronger feeling of community too.However, country life has its disadvantages too. There are fewer educational and entertainment opportunities. And it’s harder to get good health care in the country.In conclusion, both city life and country life have their advantages and disadvantages. You should live in the place that best suits your lifestyle.++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++1.More people are moving to cities.2.It’s said that up to 85 percent of the world’s population will be living in the country by 2050.3.The cost of living in the city is higher than that in the country.4.Pollution is less of a problem in the country.5.Crime is more common in the country.

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Task 2 Read the passage. Choose the best answer.Tips for a happy commuteHigh inner-city rents means that people spend more time commuting than they ever did before. Here are some tips for you to make your commute a bit better. Take the trainStudies show that commuters who travel by train are less stressed than those who travel by bus or car. Turn off your cell phoneWhy start working early? Resist the temptation to study or to check emails on your cell phone. Use this time for yourself. Bring your own entertainmentBring a book or take a puzzle to cool down after a long day at work or college. Or, better still, why not talk to the person next to you? Take a breakIf you use your commute time as a chance to take a break from the pressure of everyday living, you’ll arrive at your destination feeling refreshed.1.What is the purpose of this passage?A. To encourage more people to use public transportation.B. To help you make your commute better.C. To show how to study and commute at the same time.D. To advise readers not to commute.2. According to the passage, why do people spend more time commuting to work and college nowadays?A. Because it’s expensive for them to rent apartments in cities.B. Because commuting is really relaxing and fun.C. Because public transportation is very cheap.D. Because they don’t have time to walk.3. Why does the passage suggest that you should take the train?A. It's cheaper.B. It's less stressful.C. It's faster.D. It's more comfortable.4. What does the writer suggest you take on your commute?A. Something to eatB. Something to drink.C. Your phone.D. A book.5. According to the passage, what should you do with your cell phone on your commute?A. Use it to watch videos.B. Use it to check emails.C. Use it to text your friends.D. Turn it off.

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Task 3 read the passage. Fill in the blanks( with no more than three words.)Dear Kim，We’re delighted to tell you that your application has been successfully approved, and you have been selected to join the European scholarship tour this summer. Congratulations!This trip will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I hope you will make the most of it.As you know, we’ll start in Pairs, where we will spend one week. We will also visit cities in Austria, Hungry, Italy and Spain in the three-week period. A detailed itinerary is attached.As discussed in the interview, you’ll be required to write a report of your tour on your returnYou and your parents are invited to attend our meeting on April 6thin B12 at 7:00 p.m.. This will be a good chance for you to ask any questions about the tour, so I hope you can attend.Yours sincerely,Dr. Patricia Smith

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Task 4 Read the passage. Fill in blanks ( with no more than three words)Hi Ben,I’m so pleased you can come to my party.I know you haven’t been to my house before, so I am sending you directions because it’s a little bit complicated.First, you need to take the bus to Green Square. You can ask the bus driver to let you off there . At Green Square, you’ll see a long road with trees on both sides. Walk along the road for about five minutes. When you get to the traffic lights, turn right. Walk for another five minutes until you see a part. My house is just before the park. It’s on Glebe Street and the number is 12.Looking forward to meeting you!OliverHe wants to tell him how to get to _.2.How can Ben get to Green Square?He needs to ____.3. What will Ben do when he gets off the bus?He will see a long road with trees _.4.What should Ben do when he gets to the traffic lights?He needs to _.5. Where is Oliver’s house?It is just _____.

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