Question:
When constructing or redesigning green cities, we try ________________
A. to make transportation more costly
B. to reduce the cost of solutions to the problem of air pollution
Correct answer
C. to use eco-friendly sources of energy
D. to make energy sources more appealing
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Knowledge: Reading Comprehension Explanation: When building or redesigning green cities, we try to __________. A. to make transportation more expensive B. to reduce the cost of solutions to the problem of air pollution C. to use environmentally friendly energy sources D. to make energy sources Energy sources should also be evaluated with the goal of minimizing air pollution. Energy sources also need to be evaluated with the goal of minimizing air pollution. Choose B. Translate the reading Translation: When people hear the word “city,” they often picture reinforced concrete, neon signs, and severe air pollution. Thanks to dedicated and intelligent architects, this image is starting to change. The concept of green cities is based on the purpose of bringing the beauty of rural environments to urban areas. It’s not just about the city looking better. These green cities are trying to improve working efficiency and increase living standards for people here. The term “green city” refers to cities where builders must consider environmental factors before the city is built or redesigned. First of all, green cities have more attractive landscape designs than traditional cities of the past. In addition, citizens’ convenient travel is also considered, so public transportation can become more convenient and travel time to work can be shortened. Energy sources are also calculated with the goal of minimizing air pollution. When it comes to “green living”, the city of Barcelona has gone a long way in this area. Since 1859, city designers have strived to create sustainable urban designs. Then in 1992, the city got the makeover it deserved before hosting the Olympics. In recent years, Barcelona has upgraded its transportation system. This reduces air pollution because more workers use public transportation instead of their own personal vehicles. Barcelona also boosts one of the best recycling projects in the world. Visitors will find clean, color-coded trash cans throughout the city into which they can throw their trash.
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- – 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
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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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- Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions. We arrived at the conference. Then we realized that our reports were still at home.
Question:
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions. We arrived at the conference. Then we realized that our reports were still at home. A. Hardly had we arrived at the conference that we realized that our reports were still at home. B. Only after we arrived at the conference did we realize that our reports were still at home. Correct answer C. Not until we arrived at the conference that we realized that our reports were still at home. D. No sooner had we realized that our reports were at home than we arrived at the conference.
Reply:
We went to the conference. Then we realized our report was still at home. A. Incorrect grammar B. Only after arriving at the conference did we realize our report was still at home. C. Incorrect grammar D. As soon as we realized our report was still at home, we went to the conference. → Choose answer B
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- The vase is not perfect. A few small flaws in its base spoil it.
Question:
The vase is not perfect. A few small flaws in its base spoil it. A. The vase would be perfect if there were a few small flaws on its base. B. The vase will be perfect if there are a few small flaws on its base. C. The vase would be perfect provided there were a few small flaws on its base, D. This vase would be perfect but for a few small flaws on its base. Correct answer
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The vase is not perfect. A few small imperfections on the sole ruined it. A. The vase is perfect if there are a few small imperfections on the base. B. The vase will be perfect if there are a few small imperfections on the base. C. The vase is perfect if there are a few small imperfections on the base. D. The vase would have been perfect if it weren’t for a few small imperfections on the base. → Choose answer D
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- Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
Question:
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions. A. transcript B. approach Correct answer C. comment D. worship
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A. transcript /ˈtræn.skrɪpt/ (n): translation B. approach /əˈprəʊtʃ/ (n): method, approach C. comment /ˈkɒm.ent/ (n): comment D. worship /ˈwɜː .ʃɪp/ (n): worship, adoration Answer B has the stress on the second syllable, the remaining answers have the stress on the first syllable. → Choose answer B
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- Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
Question:
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions. A. colorful B. terrific Correct answer C. talkative D. national
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A. colorful /ˈkʌl.ə.fəl/ (adj): colorful B. terrific /təˈrɪf.ɪk/ (adj): very good C. talkative /ˈtɔː.kə.tɪv/ (adj): talkative D. national /ˈnæʃ.ən.əl/ (adj): belongs to the country Answer B has the stress on the second syllable, the other answers have the stress on the first syllable. → Choose answer B
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A. allowed B. called C. shared D. motivated