According to the article,which of these social issues does hip-hop want to address?

A. Racism
B. Religious freedom
C. Gender inequality
D. None of the above

What is this passage mainly about?

A. The difference between hip-hop and popular music.
B. How to become a famous hip-hop musician.
C. The benefits of hip-hop music.
D. The history and features of hip-hop.

More and more friends of the author are facing some seemingly insurmountable challenges in their lives.

A. Yes
B. No
C. Not Given

It is desperation that causes the author's friends to turn to him for advice.

A. Yes
B. No
C. Not Given

It is very easy to offer words of hope to people who feel hopeless.

A. Yes
B. No
C. Not Given

The author felt very empty when offered some cheerful words.

A. Yes
B. No
C. Not Given

All life challenges bring about an ending---and the chance for a beginning.

A. Yes
B. No
C. Not Given

"Begin again" is the most important advice to a person in difficulties.

A. Yes
B. No
C. Not Given

1) Why did Jimmy save his allowance?Because Jimmy wanted to _________ mom with a gift more than anything.2) Where did Jimmy choose to buy the gift? And why?_________. Because his little mind reasoned that it couldn’t really be a surprise if he went shopping with mom.3) What gift did Jimmy buy? Was it a success or a failure?He bought a _________ that said, “Just perfect mom”. It was a success.4) Why does the passage say that the Internet has revolutionized the way we shop?Because finding a product online is much easier than looking for it in the local store. Besides, shopping online can be reliable. More and more people these days prefer buying things online over the_________ method of going into stores.5) How can shopping online be reliable?Sellers are held_________ by user feedback and reviews.

1) For the author, what is a professional choice for experiencing London, to go onfoot or to take a taxi?To take a __________.2) Which country is the author from?The author is from the__________.3) What is the author’s impression on the thought of taking a taxi in USA?The thought of taking a taxi sends your pulse__________ as much as a trip to the supermarket.4) What did the taxi driver do for the author and his wife in the airport?In the airport, he __________ the back door for them.5) How did the author describe Terry, the London taxi driver, after over-tipped him?He __________ Terry.