Question

听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。

1.What does this text mainly talk about?

A.North America. B.Pets. C.Health.

2.What are the two most popular pets?

A.Dogs and cats. B.Dogs and birds. C.Birds and fish.

3.Why are people with pets healthier than those without pets?

A.Because pets can make people feel good.

B.Because pets are healthier than human beings.

C.Because people with pets may often feel lonely.

4.How do people treat their pets in North America?

A.They treat their pets like friends.

B.They don’t let their pets sleep in their beds.

C.They treat them like members of their own family.

Answer

1.B

2.A

3.A

4.C

【解析】

【原文】

Today I’d like to share some interesting facts with you about pets in North America. First of all, does anyone know how many families have pets? If you say 60%, you are right! Sixty percent of families have at least one pet. What about the most popular pets? I believe most of you already know the answer—dogs. In fact, dogs and cats are the two most popular pets. Other popular pets are birds and fish. Some people have all of them.

Now let’s talk about how pets help their owners. You probably know that people help pets. They feed them and take care of them. But do you know pets help their owners feel good? People who don't have pets often feel lonely, especially older people. Pets can also be helpful to people’s health. It’s true! People with pets are healthier than those without pets.

Finally, I’ll tell you that people in North America treat their pets like members of their own family. Many people let their pets sleep in their beds. And sometimes the owners carry a picture of their pets with them!