Due to the reform and openingup, our living conditions, undoubtedly, have improved ________ over the past decades.
A. considerately B. approximately C. appropriately D. considerably
As a(n) ________ and effective method, expressway noise barrier is a primary measure used to reduce traffic noise.
A. correctional B. flexible C. economical D. investigative
Whether to favor urban development or the preservation of historical sites is especially controversial in China, where there exists rich history, diversified tradition and cultural ________.
A. surplus B. deposits C. accounts D. receipts
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1.What does Carl think of his music life?
A. Interesting. B. Helpful. C. Worthwhile.
2.What is Carl's problem at the moment?
A. He finds it hard to succeed. B. He's tired of working early.
C. He lacks time to write songs.
3.Why would Carl go to a quiet place?
A. To be free from his work. B. To focus on his songwriting.
C. To gain some life experience.
4.How would Carl probably enjoy himself if he had no work to do?
A. By going shopping. B. By talking with friends.
C. By traveling around the world.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Why does the woman come to Manchester?
A. To watch a concert. B. To visit a friend. C. To give a performance.
2.How did the woman feel when she first sang in public?
A. Nervous. B. Happy. C. Disappointed.
3.Where will the woman go tonight?
A. To theatres. B. To clubs. C. To bars.
4.Who is Dean?
A. The woman's boyfriend. B. A club owner. C. A newspaper reporter.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.How many showers has the man taken today?
A. One. B. Two. C. Three.
2.What does the woman suggest the man do?
A. Clean up the bathroom. B. Learn more about cities. C. Take a quick shower.
3.What did Michael tell the woman?
A. Water supply in cities is endless.
B. Water shortage happens everywhere.
C. It's no good taking more than one shower a day.
