Green cities bring all of the following benefits EXCEPT _____________

Question:

Green cities bring all of the following benefits EXCEPT _____________

A. to make green cities look much better than the old ones

B. to increase the efficiency of concrete building

Correct answer

C. to raise the living standards for urban citizens

D. to bring natural beauty to urban areas

Reply:

Knowledge: Reading comprehension Explanation: Green cities provide all of the following benefits EXCEPT __________. A. makes green cities look much more beautiful than old cities B. improves concrete construction efficiency C. raises living standards for urban residents D. brings natural beauty to urban areas news: When people hear the word “city”, they usually imagine concrete, neon signs, and lots of air pollution. Thanks to some clever and concerning architects, this image is starting to change. The concept of green cities aims to bring some beauty from rural environments into urban areas. It is not only about looking better though. Green cities are also trying to improve the efficiency of cities and raise the standard of living for people who stay in them. When people hear the word “city,” they often picture concrete, neon signs, and lots of air pollution. Thanks to some smart and caring architects, this image is starting to change. The green city concept aims to bring some of the beauty from rural environments into urban areas. It’s not just about looking better though. Green cities are also trying to improve the efficiency of cities and raise the standard of living for those who live in them. Choose B.

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1. A good teacher will always be aware of the _________ of his or her students and consider these when planning lessons.
   
   

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   A good teacher will always be aware of the _________ of his or her students and consider these when planning lessons. A. questions B. need Correct answer C. results D. effects

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   Vocabulary knowledge: – question (n): question – need (n): need – result (n): result – effect (n): influence Temporarily translated: A good teacher will always understand clearly about needs your students’ needs and consider them when planning your lessons. → Choose answer B

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2. A _______ of glory, a fury of passion that leaves them weak and trembling in the arms of each other.
   
   

   Question:
   

   A _______ of glory, a fury of passion that leaves them weak and trembling in the arms of each other. A. fire B. burn C. blaze Correct answer D. flame

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   Idioms: a blaze of glory: glory, success Roughly translated: A brilliant glory, a fierce passion that made them weak and trembling in each other’s arms. → Choose answer C

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3. The greater the demand, __________the price.
   
   

   Question:
   

   The greater the demand, __________the price. A. higher B. the higher Correct answer C. the highest D. the high

   Reply:

   Double comparative structure: The + comparative + S + V, the + comparative + S + V: the more…the more Temporary translation: The greater the demand, the higher the price. → Choose answer B

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4. Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the following exchanges. – Laura: “I have got a couple of questions I would like to ask.” – Maria: “___________”
   
   

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   Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the following exchanges. – Laura: “I have got a couple of questions I would like to ask.” – Maria: “___________” A. Of course not, it’s not costly. B. Not at all. C. What’s up? D. Ok then, fire away. Correct answer

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   A. Of course not, it’s inexpensive. B. Not at all. C. What’s going on? D. Okay, ask away. Roughly translated: – Laura: “I have a few questions to ask you.” – Maria: “Okay, ask.” → Choose answer D

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5. – A: “What a beautiful wedding dress you are wearing today, Daisy!” – B: “____________________.”
   
   

   Question:
   

   – A: “What a beautiful wedding dress you are wearing today, Daisy!” – B: “____________________.” A. I’m sorry to hear that. B. Thanks for your gift! C. Don’t mention it. D. Thanks, it’s nice of you to say so. Correct answer

   Reply:

   A. I’m sorry to hear that. B. Thank you for your gift! C. Nothing. D. Thank you, that’s very kind of you to say. Roughly translated: – A: “The wedding dress you’re wearing today is wonderful, Daisy!” – B: “Thank you, that’s very kind of you to say that.” → Choose answer D

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