It’s really unwise of some teenagers from low-income families to spend a large sum of money on Apple products ______ they could buy other cheaper brands.
A. unless B. when C. so that D. in case
I think it’s not in the length of days, but in the use we make of them_____ the value of life lies.
A. that B. which C. where D. how
Many scholars share the belief that interest is as _____ to learning as the ability to understand, even more so to some degree.
A. subtle B. vital C. similar D. obvious
What’s the _______ of helping him if he doesn’t make an effort to help himself?
A. opinion B. sense C. theme D. pattern
在生活中，你或者你的朋友都有可能遭遇过这样的尴尬：年长的人不能理解或误解你们这一辈比较流行的文化现象，比如说：“快闪（flash mob）”。请你就此“generation gap”的现象由此展开想像或结合你的实际经历以第一人称写一篇英语短文。内容应包括：1. 你的这次被误解的具体经历；2、你当时的心情； 3、你如何向长辈解释清楚你的“古怪”行为。
注意：1、词数不少于120；
2、不能使用真实姓名和学校名称。
3、“快闪”只是提供一个例子，你可以自由地选取任何“流行文化现象”进行描述
The tasty cream-filled golden sponge(海绵) cakes have been an American favorite for decades. These are just a few of the sugary treats made by the beloved Hostess brand. But after more than 80 years, Americans have to say goodbye to these iconic (标志性的) desserts. Early last week, Hostess announced it is going out of business.
"Many people have worked unbelievably long and hard to keep this from happening," said Hostess CEO Gregory F. Rayburn. "Hostess Brand has no other alternative than to begin the process of getting down and preparing for the sale of our iconic brands." Along with Twinkles (奶油蛋糕) and Wonder Bread, cupcakes and other sugary treats may disappear from the shelves.
In the past decade, Hostess has experienced difficulties with its management and high labor costs. The company had money troubles in the past, but this time there was no way to recover. Along with the loss of sugary treats comes the loss of nearly 20,000 jobs. Hostess fans hope that another company will buy out the Hostess.
The downfall of Hostess is due not just to the company's financial problems, but also to a changing America. Our country's tastes and lifestyles are not the same as they were eighty years ago. Americans have become more health-conscious, and they are demanding more healthful food products. As a manufacturer of high-calorie products, Hostess does not fit into this new way of life.
To make matters worse for Hostess, Americans do not eat as much bread as they once did. "More and more people are choosing one-dish meals," said Harry Balzar. "The tradition of bread as a side dish is going out." Americans are finding alternatives to their morning toast too. Instead they’re choosing quick snacks like yogurt and energy bars.
Will Twinkles become an image of a bygone(过去的) America? Hostess fans hope that it will secure its spot on supermarket shelves for years to come. We can only wait. And maybe eat fruit for dessert instead.
1. What caused Hostess to be in trouble in the last 10 years? (no more than 7 words)
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2. Can you list three disappearing sugary desserts by Hostess? (no more than 5 words)
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3.What makes Hostess's situation more severe? (no more than 9 words)
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4. What's the hope of Hostess fans about this spongy snack's future? (no more than 20 words)
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