Question

A new TV series in England, Away from it all, has surprised everyone by becoming a huge success with young people across the country. Its success is surprising because the series is about the relaxing lifestyles of people who live in the country. There is none of the action that we usually see on TV today. There are also no stressful moments, busy offices or crowded cities. Away from it all is set in the peaceful English countryside and tells simple stories about people’s kindness.

The director of the TV series says that its success is a sign of teenagers suffering from stress. They say that watching Away from it all helps teenagers forget about the stress of exams and homework, and the troubles that fill the world today. They also say that it’s a good sign of today’s young people switching to (转到) happier TV series as it shows they would like a happier and healthier world.

Although the series’ success might have a good side, many teachers and parents are worried, however. They say that some of their students and children are becoming couch potatoes (终日泡在电视机前的人) and are using Away from it all as an excuse for not completing homework. Some children have even refused to learn for exams because they say that they can only achieve personal happiness by avoiding stressful situations completely.

And what do the experts say? Paula Ray, a doctor of education, says that TV can influence children’s lifestyles. But she says that if a child reacts strongly, it’s likely that there are other reasons for his change in behaviour. She says that there is nothing wrong with watching Away from it all but suggests that parents should make sure their children know TV is not the same as real life.

1.The success of the series shows that young people would like _________.

A. a world with no homework

B. English TV series

C. relaxing jobs

D. a happier and healthier world

2.The success of the new TV series is surprising because            .

A. it is different from other successful TV series

B. it is the same as other successful TV series

C. it is about the English countryside

D. it is about life in busy office

3. Which of the following statements is TRUE?

A. There is some action in the TV series.

B. The programme is about busy offices.

C. Many teachers and parents are worried that it will influence children’s studies.

D. TV is different from real life.

Answer

1.D

2.A

3.D

【解析】

试题分析：在英国，有一部成功的电视题材剧，它是关于在乡下的轻松生活方式。导演说，这部剧有助于青少年忘记考试和作业的压力，烦恼。从而体现他们想要拥有一个快乐和健康的世界。但是，许多老师和学生家长担心学生会脱离现实。

1.问题：通过这部成功的电视剧，展示出年青人想要什么？联系原文： it shows they want a happier and healthier world. 句意：它展示出他们想有一个更开心、更健康的世界。故选D

2.问题：这部新的电视题材剧成功的原因是什么？通过阅读短文，明确提到它的成功是与其它的成功电视题材不同。因此选择第一项。故选A

3.。故选D

考点：社会现象类短文阅读 。