Crosstalk, a traditional form of comic storytelling, is making a comeback in China's tea houses and theaters.
Audiences can laugh the night away every Saturday at the Qianxiangyi Teahouse in Tianjin, entertained by the students of Hou Baolin, Ma Sanli or Yin Shoushan—all leading crosstalk artists of years past-for only 20 yuan. The success in Tianjin has also caused the comeback of crosstalk in Beijing and other places.
Although the art form began in Beijing in the Qing Dynasty (1644﹣1911), Tianjin became a place where rising stars formed their styles and new pieces were tried out. The city was well﹣known nationwide for the quality of its crosstalk performances.
Known in Chinese as xiangsheng (literally, “face and voice”), crosstalk was the chief form of comedy throughout most of the 20th century. In the old days in Tianjin and elsewhere, temple fairs and markets were the main places for crosstalkers to perform, although they occasionally also appeared in teahouses or theaters.
The Crosstalk piecesdraw onevery aspect of Chinese culture, from history and folk tales to social issues of the time. Although there're hundreds of traditional pieces, they're constantly rewritten to suit the times and the audience, while new works are written as well. It's one of the characters that have made crosstalk a public art form throughout its history.
“Crosstalk was in the doldrums (萎靡不振) with competition from other art forms, especially TV,” said Wang Xiaochun, headmaster of the Northern Storytelling Arts School of China (NSAS). “But it has regained its popularity with crosstalk fans, especially young people, realizing its rare qualities.”
“More and more students are coming to NSAS to study crosstalk, including some girl students,” said Wang. “They're sure that crosstalk will have a strong market.”
1. What does the underline phrase "draw on" mean in paragraph 6?| A．keep away from | B．make use of | C．think little of | D．turn their back to |
| A．Crosstalk first arose in Tianjin. |
| B．Crosstalk was mainly performed at teahouses in the past. |
| C．Crosstalk was the most popular art form in the 20th century. |
| D．Crosstalk didn't appear until the Qing Dynasty. |
| A．it is a popular traditional art after all |
| B．the pieces contain some famous folk tales |
| C．the crosstalkers make it return to teahouses |
| D．the pieces are made to suit the times and the audience |
| A．setting up more storytelling art schools | B．beating TV and other arts |
| C．young people's understanding of its value | D．a strong market |
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1. Guatmala: Burning devils
In order to make houses free from bad spirits for the New Year, Guatemalans do a full house clean in December. The dirt and dust is gathered from every home and each neighborhood creates a large amount of garbage. A devil statue is built and placed on top of the dirt, and burned. The bad luck is said to burn up with the devil.
2. South Africa: Don’t eat Santa’s cookies
To keep kids from stealing on Santa’s cookies, parents tell children a story about a boy named Danny who ate all of Santa’s cookies and really angered his grandmother. She killed him and now his ghosts visits houses during Christmas time.
3. Iceland: Fear the Yule Cat
Children who don’t receive new clothes by Christmas Eve will be eaten by the Yule Cat, a large and angry cat, which is said to hide in the snow. The strange tradition comes from farmers who used the myth to encourage their workers to finish making the autumn wool before Christmas.
4. Ukraine: A spooky tree
If you find yourself in Ukraine around the holidays, you may be wondering: Is it Christmas or Halloween? Trees here are decorated with artificial(人工的) spider weds and decorative spiders. The unusual tradition comes from a story where a spider wove a web around the tree of a poor family. When morning came, the white strands(线) turned to precious metals and the family became rich. The webs today show good fortune for the next year.
1. To celebrate the New Year, what will people do in Guatemala?
| A．Clean their houses. |
| B．Show their respects to the devil statue. |
| C．Buy a devil statue. |
| D．Move to new houses. |
| A．Guatemala. | B．South Africa. |
| C．Iceland. | D．Ukraine. |
| A．The Yule Cat usually hides in the grass before Christmas. |
| B．All the children will receive new clothes on Christmas. |
| C．New clothes are popular Christmas presents for children in Iceland. |
| D．The Yule Cat would eat the farmers who don’t finish their work on time. |
| A．Spiders are pretty insects. |
| B．Spiders are believed to bring good fortune. |
| C．Spiders always help poor families out of pity. |
| D．Webs of spiders are suitable for decoration. |
【推荐2】Festivals are celebrated all around the world. They have a wide range of origins, such as the seasons of the year, religions, famous figures, and important events. Every festival has its different customs and unique charms. However, no matter how different they may seem, all over the world, the spirit of sharing joy, gratitude, love, or peace is common in all festivals.
Of all the traditional festivals, the harvest festival can be found in almost every culture. This important agricultural festival takes place after all the crops have been gathered in. People celebrate to show that they are grateful for the year’s supply of food. In ancient Egypt, the harvest festival was celebrated during the springtime — the Egyptian harvest season. It featured a parade and a great feast with music, dancing, and sports. Today, in some European countries, people decorate churches and town halls with flowers and fruit, and get together to celebrate over a meal. During the Mid-Autumn Festival in China, families gather to admire the shining moon and enjoy delicious moon cakes.
Customs play a significant role in festivals, but sometimes they can change over time. With the development of modern society and the spread of new ideas, some traditions may fade away and others may be established. One example is the typical Chinese Spring Festival custom of lighting firecrackers to drive away the evil spirits and celebrate the new year. Nowadays, many big cities have given up this custom in order to avoid air pollution. Another example is Halloween, which slowly became an exciting festival for children, in spite of its religious origins.
Festivals are becoming more and more commercial, with businesses taking advantage of the celebrations. Online shopping websites and social media apps have made it much easier for the public to spend more on gifts for their loved ones. Some believe festivals should not be commercialized, while others believe the increase in spending is good for the economy and public happiness.
Festivals are an important part of society. They reflect people’s wishes, beliefs, faiths, and attitudes towards life. They are occasions that allow us to relax and enjoy life, and forget about our work for a little while. They help us understand where we came from, who we are, and what to appreciate. And if you study festivals carefully, you may be surprised to find that different cultures actually have a lot in common after all.
1. Why do people in different cultures celebrate the harvest festival?| A．It’s tradition in their religion. |
| B．It’s a only custom in their culture. |
| C．It’s a way to express their appreciation and cheers. |
| D．It’s a chance for people to enjoy themselves together. |
| A．Fireworks can’t drive the evil spirits away. |
| B．Festivals play an important role in commerce. |
| C．People share information faster than before with society developing. |
| D．People get gifts easier than before due to the increase of the economy. |
| A．Neutral. | B．Doubtful. | C．Supportive. | D．Disapproving. |
| A．Almost every culture celebrates harvest festival. |
| B．Festivals are a reflection of people’s outlook on life and values. |
| C．Festivals have something in common with each other in different cultures. |
| D．The religious origins of Halloween have disappeared. |
【推荐3】Christmas in the United States is traditionally a time of gift-giving and family gatherings. But small towns across the country have their own traditions.
Middleburg, a small town in the state of Virginia, is known for its horses. For more than 50 years, Middleburg has organized a yearly Christmas parade(游行). Men and women ride horses through the woods and fields. They follow hunting dogs as they search for a wild fox. But first, these hunters ride in the yearly parade, wearing their bright red hunting clothes and hats.
John Hale, a citizen of Middleburg says many city people visit his town. “We have a lot of people from an urban area that come to visit, but it incorporates a lot of the o1d traditions.” The nighttime hay ride is one such tradition. Small groups gather under the moonlight on an open wagon filled with hay. The passengers sing as farm horses pull the wagon slowly across the fields.
There are some newer traditions, too. Trey Matheu works at the nearby Salamander Resort. He says a visit to Middleburg is a chance to slow down for a day. He says Middleburg can be a calming, peaceful place without tension.
“Middleburg is an opportunity to take a step back, to take a deep breath, and understand that even though life is moving on at a very fast pace, there’s really an opportunity where you’re allowed to step off for a little bit.”
Parade organizers say more than 13,000 people attend even in below-freezing weather. But if you ask, you will hear many different reasons why people come to watch the parade:
“I come here because I’m from a small town. I like how everybody comes together. ”“I live right down that street; right there. And that’s my dog.”
Middleburg looks its best at Christmastime. That may be why so many people return each year.
1. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?| A．Middleburg Christmas parade |
| B．A small town known for horses |
| C．Christmas traditions in Middleburg |
| D．Newer traditions at Christmastime |
| A．visit friends and families |
| B．feed farm horses with hay |
| C．hunt for dogs in the woods |
| D．ride in the yearly parade |
| A．To relax themselves. |
| B．To enjoy the fresh air. |
| C．To escape competition. |
| D．To challenge themselves. |
| A．It makes a large profit from tourism. |
| B．It attracts many people each year. |
| C．It is a good place for family gatherings. |
| D．It doesn’t respect Christmas traditions. |
【推荐1】More and more people like bicycling and it is no surprise. It is fun, healthy and good for the environment. Maybe that's why there are 1.4 billion bicycles and only 400 million cars on roads worldwide today. Bikes can take you almost anywhere, and there is no oil cost!
Get on a bicycle and ride around your neighborhood. You may discover something new all around you. Stopping and getting off a bike is easier than stopping and getting out of your car. You can bike to work and benefit from the enjoyable exercise without polluting the environment. You don't even have to ride all the way.
Folding bikes work well for people who ride the train. Just fold the bike and take it with you. You can do the same on an airplane. A folding bike can be packed in a suitcase. You can also take a common bike with you when you fly. But be sure to look for information by getting on airline websites. Not all airlines are bicycle-friendly to travelers.
It helps to prevent heart diseases. Bicycling helps to control your weight. A 15-minute bike ride to and from work three times a week burns off five kilos of ft in a year. Bicycling can improve your mood.
Exercise like bicycling has been shown to make people feel better, more relaxed and self-confident. Bicycling is healthier than driving.
1. When you are riding your bicycle around your neighborhood, you may________.| A．pollute the environment around | B．find something you didn't notice |
| C．go everywhere and use a little oil | D．get off your bike and begin to work |
| A．get out of the car | B．take it onto a train |
| C．put it in your purse | D．go on airline websites |
| A．you can fold the bicycle | B．you will e friendly to others |
| C．you will be more relaxed | D．you may get fatter and fatter |
| A．Bicycling is enjoyable exercise for people. | B．Driving cars is healthier than riding bikes. |
| C．Riding a bike pollutes your neighborhood. | D．Common bikes are welcomed by all airlines. |
【推荐2】Buried in ash after Vesuvius’ eruption, hundreds of scrolls (卷轴) have kept their secrets hidden for centuries. But archaeologists have now been able to reveal some of the ancient text with the help of artificial intelligence.
Discovered in the ruins of a villa, the Herculaneum scrolls are a collection of around1,000 scrolls, along with other relics. In earlier times, many people tried to unlock the secrets of scrolls but in vain, mainly because most of them were fragile (易碎的) and would shatter into pieces if unrolled.
Until now, the only way to read what's inside the scrolls is to put together the thousands of pieces, which may take 500 years to reveal their content. Fortunately, a team led by professor Seales had already pioneered a way to “virtually unwrap” an ancient scroll using X-ray tomography (断层成像技术). But that was not enough to read the barely visible ink on the ancient documents. The chemistry of the ink from the ancient world is different than the chemistry from medieval times. It's largely invisible to the naked eye even when caught by the X-ray.
In 2019, they did come up with a solution based on artificial intelligence to “see” the ink, but it needed much data. So they launched the Vesuvius Challenge to accelerate the work and released software and thousands of 3D X-ray images of pieces and two rolled-up scrolls, in the hope that global research groups would take up the challenge.
In the end, a team of three students shared the grand prize. They could read 2,000letters from the scroll after training machine-learning algorithms on the scans. After creating a 3D scan of the text using a CT scan, the scroll was then separated into segments. A machine learning model—an application of AI—then detected the inked regions, allowing them to decipher the text.
Mastro, a professor at Naples’ University, called the technique “revolutionary.” “We worked literally day and night to study them, but I am more excited that using this method we can reveal what has been hidden in the scrolls for almost 2,000 years,” said Mastro.
1. What issue was resolved with X-ray tomography?| A．The fragile nature of the scrolls. | B．Putting together divided pieces. |
| C．Showing the scrolls without opening it. | D．The difficulty in understanding ancient languages. |
| A．By unwrapping the scrolls. | B．By analyzing the chemistry. |
| C．By separating them with relics. | D．By detecting the barely visible ink. |
| A．Adapt. | B．Summarize. | C．Arrange. | D．Interpret. |
| A．Scrolls promote technological revolution. | B．AI advanced the way to read ancient scrolls. |
| C．New technology discovered relics in Vesuvius. | D．Hidden secrets are recorded by archaeologists. |
【推荐3】Roughly the size of a soda can, sitting on a bookshelf, a relatively harmless device(设备) may be turning friends away from your home. The elephant in your living room is your Internet-connected camera, a device people are increasingly using for peace of mind in their homes. But few stop to think about the effect these devices may have on house guests. Should you tell your friends, for instance, that they’re being recorded while you all watch the big game together?
"It’s certainly new territory, especially as home security cameras become easier to fix," says Lizzie Post, president of the Emily Post Institute, America’s distinguished manners advisors. " I think it will be very interesting to see what manners appear in terms of whether you tell people you have a camera or not, and whether guests have a right to ask that it be turned off, if it’s not a security issue. "Post wants to make clear that she’s not talking about legal rights, but rather personal preference.
When it comes to security cameras, Post says it’s a host’s responsibility to make sure guests feel comfortable within their home. If the host casually acknowledges that there is a camera in the room by telling a story about it, that may be enough to provide an opening for a guest to say if they are uncomfortable.
However, if a contractor(合约工)is working in your home, you don’t need to tell them that there are cameras watching. Then again, the camera can also work in contractors’ favor. "If anything does go wrong while they’re in the house, they don’t want to be blamed for it," she says. "In fact, the camera could be the thing that proves that they didn’t steal the $20, or knock the vase off the table.
1. The visitors are concerned that the security camera may .| A．threaten their health | B．spoil their peace of mind |
| C．disturb their privacy | D．affect their preference |
| A．Indicating its position. | B．Making their guests feel at ease |
| C．Turning it oil in time. | D．Having a casual talk with guests. |
| A．It can prevent the accidents happening. | B．It can prove their innocence. |
| C．It can record their working progress. | D．It can make their work more enjoyable. |
| A．Negative. | B．Pessimistic. | C．Favorable. | D．Objective. |
【推荐1】The moon may shine white above us most nights of the year, but how much do we know about Earth’s neighbor and what lies beneath its surface? Scientists are aiming to find out.
On Jan 3, 2019, China’s Chang’e 4 spacecraft landed on the far side of the moon – a first for humanity. It released a small probe (探测器), Yutu 2, or Jade Rabbit 2, which began to search beneath the moon’s surface using Lunar Penetrating Radar. These radio signals can reach 40 meters underground, three times the depth of the Chang’e 3 lunar probe launched in 2013 for the near side of the moon, China Daily reported.
In a study published in the journal Science Advances, researchers found that the lunar soil’s top layer on the far side of the moon was much thicker than expected – about 40 meters. Other scientists only expected about 6 millimeters of soil based on NASA observations during the Apollo moon landings, according to The New York Times.
“It’s a fine, dusty, sandy environment,” said one of the authors of the study, Elena Pettinelli, a physics and mathematics professor at Rome Tre University, Rome.
Yutu 2 is specifically exploring the Von Karman crater (大坑), a large hole that’s 180 kilometers wide and also the landing site of Chang’e 4. It’s part of an even larger, older crater spanning more than 1,770 kilometers.
“The subsurface at the Chang’e 4 landing site is very complex,” said Li Chunlai, a research professor and deputy director-general of National Astronomical Observatories of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. Observations suggest that the subsurface material is totally different than the previous landing site of Chang’e 3, she said.
Radar waves revealed various layers beneath the moon’s surface: grainy (颗粒状的) material, boulders (岩石), and further layers of fine and coarse (粗糙的) particles. This information is helping scientists to gain new understanding of the moon’s history and formation, as well as volcanic activity and lunar impacts.
Yutu 2 is the longest-working rover (巡视器) on the moon, but it won’t last forever. China plans to launch the Chang’e 5 probe later this year, Xinhua News Agency reported. The spacecraft is expected to bring pieces of the moon back to Earth for closer study.
1. What can we learn about the Chang’e 4 probe?| A．It was the first to land on the moon’s near side. |
| B．It explored areas as wide as 1,770 kilometers. |
| C．It is three times as large as the Chang’e 3 lunar probe. |
| D．Its signals could reach 40 meters beneath the moon’s surface. |
| A．It looks like a large hole. |
| B．It is about 6 millimeters thick. |
| C．It goes farther down than expected. |
| D．It is covered by boulders and fine and coarse particles. |
| A．Bring lunar samples back to the Earth | B．Explore the Von Karman crater. |
| C．Replace Yutu 2 to explore the moon. | D．Identify the moon’s various layers. |
| A．A history of Chinese lunar missions. |
| B．A report on the Chang’e 4 probe’s findings. |
| C．A comparison of the Chang’e 3 and 4 probes. |
| D．How Yutu 2 explored beneath the moon’s surface. |
I love my blackberry—it’s my little connection to the larger world that can go anywhere with me . I also love my laptop computer ，as it holds all of my writing and thought .Despite this love of technology ,I know that there are times when I need to move away from these device and truly communication with others.On occasion ,I teach a course called History Matters for a group of higher education managers. My goals for the class include a full discussion of historical themes and ideas .Because I want students to thoroughly study the material and exchange their ideas with each other in the classroom ,I have a rule —no laptop ,ipads ,phones ,etc .When students were told my rule in advance of the class, some of them were not happy .
Most students assume that year reasons for this rule include unpleasant experiences in the past with students misusing technology . There’s a bit of truth to that.Some students assume that I am anti-technology . There’s no truth in that at all . I love technology and try to keep up with it so I relate to my students.
The real reason why I ask students to leave technology at the door is that I think there are very few places in which we can have deep conversions and truly
I’ve been teaching my history class in this way for many years and the educations reflect student satisfaction with the environment that I create .Students realize that with deep conversation and challenge , they learn at a level that helps them keep the course material beyond the classroom .
I’m not saying that I won’t ever change my mind about technology use in my history class, but until I hear a really good reason for the change ,I’m sticking to my plan. a few hours of technology-free dialogue is just too give up.
1. some of the students in the history class were unhappy with____
| A．the course material | B．others’ misuse of technology |
| C．discussion topics | D．the author’s class regulator |
| A．explore | B．accept | C．change | D．reject |
| A．keep students from doing independent thinking |
| B．encourage students to have in-depth conversations |
| C．help students to better understand complex themes |
| D．affect students’ concentration on course evaluation |
| A．is quite stubborn |
| B．will give up teaching history |
| C．will change his teaching plan soon |
| D．values technology-free dialogues in his class |
【推荐3】A vertical smart farm was established in a Seoul subway station. Opened on September 23, it's Korean's first urban, underground smart farm.
Sterilized(无菌的) outerwear is put on before entering the vertical farm. Vegetables are being cultivated(培育) under LED lighting, in trays of hydroponic(溶液栽培) that take the place of soil, “We are not pulling in dirty air from outside or from the subway. Thanks to this sealed sterile environment, the vertical farm has no need for pesticides( 杀虫剂 ) . Moreover, the vegetables grown possess slightly higher amounts of vitamins and minerals than regular vegetables, "said Kim Sung-un, a senior manager at a commercial smart farm company.
Still, Kim admits that smart farms are not suited to every kind of vegetable. “We can produce potatoes or tomatoes, but they are not cost effective,” Kim said. However, they are appropriate for lettuce-widely used in Korean cuisine as wraps for barbecued meat and fish-and herbs-widely used in Korean cuisine and medicine. Unlike traditional farming work, with its requirement for hard work and heavy machinery, smart farming labor is light. With all processes, —except for seeding and harvesting—fully automated or using robots, the main job is monitoring(监控), and disabled people were hired for the job. “The good thing about smart farming is that we can include those who are socially excluded,” Kim said. “And these systems are something woman can work on, there is no hard labor.” The farms are also applicable in environments where traditional farming is not feasible---such as deserts and arctic climate zones.
1. What do we know about vegetables grown in smart farms?| A．Potatoes and tomatoes cannot be planted. |
| B．Lettuce and herbs are cost effective to produce. |
| C．Vegetables are planted under LED lighting in soil. |
| D．Vegetables grown there are the same as regular vegetables. |
| A．All farming processes are fully automated. |
| B．Smart farms are equipped with heavy machinery. |
| C．The only job to do in a smart farm is monitoring |
| D．The disabled can be involved in the farming work |
| A．Practicable | B．Impossible |
| C．Popular | D．Acceptable. |
| A．Development of smart farms | B．Great changes in smart farm |
| C．An introduction to smart farms | D．Vegetables grown in smart farms |
【推荐1】For those not familiar,"hygge"refers to the Danish lifestyle that's popular across the world and is described as a feeling of comfort and contentment,as well as indulging(沉迷）in all the good things and people in your life.
Hygge has focused largely on the idea of making the ordinary special,or meaningful, through ritualising(使仪式化）everyday activities such as making a cup of coffee or having dinner;that means putting technology to one side,and adopting simple practices such as lighting candles,purchasing flowers,or making real tea in china cups.
Of course,Denmark's use of"hygge"is particularly useful in battling with the country's harsh winters;with up to 17 hours of darkness a day potentially having deeply negative effects on the mental health of its citizens.Susanne Nilsson,a Danish lecturer at London's Morley College,explained to the BBC,"We have long,cold winters in Denmark. That influences things.Hygge doesn't have to be a winter-only thing,but the weather isn't that good for much of the year."
＂Hygge could be families and friends getting together for a meal,with the lighting dimmed(变昏暗），or it could be time spent on your own reading a good book,"she added. ＂It works best when there's not too large an empty space around the person or people."
The word hygge didn't actually originate from the Danish language,but from Norwegian,where the word originally meant something similar to"well-being".However, it spread to Denmark in the 18th century and has since become an essential part of the country's culture and self-identity.
Hygge's international export has seen an explosion of themed cookbooks and lifestyle guides,alongside Scandinavian-themed restaurants,cafes and bars in the UK with quiet and pleasant settings,simple decor,and plenty of comfort food.
1. Which of the following things might a person going for"hygge”do?| A．Doing extreme sports. |
| B．Playing exciting computer games. |
| C．Having a wonderful meal in a fancy restaurant. |
| D．Reading a favourite book over a cup of coffee. |
| A．To show it's pretty cold in the winter of Denmark. |
| B．To explain why"hygge"is especially useful for the Danes. |
| C．To prove"hygge"is popular in Denmark. |
| D．To introduce the origin of"hygge". |
| A．Hygge involves complex customs. |
| B．Hygge has its root in Denmark. |
| C．Hygge can promote people's sense of happiness. |
| D．Hygge will enjoy great popularity around the world. |
| A．It is quiet and cozy. |
| B．Its dining area is well-lit. |
| C．It offers quite tasty food. |
| D．It has a lot of empty space. |
【推荐2】One trend in app development is positivity programs designed specifically to help retrain our brain to think positively. Here are our top recommendations for apps to improve your positive mood.
Think Up
Having a 4. 7 star rating this app is a heavy hitter in the world of positivity apps.
People are finding that they can learn to be positive and save their lives from the convenience of their handheld devices（设备）. We no longer have to go to the library and check out books. Just download this free app and start thinking positively and watch how your life changes.
Shine
This app is recognized as the"best of 2018"and it helps you with daily motivation and personal care. This app’s goal is to help reduce your stress, so don’t worry about adding one more thing to your to-do list. They send motivational texts including a gratitude journal. This is an incredible way technology joins great minds so we can all improve together!
Happler
Holding a strong 3. 9 star evaluation grade, this is one we love. It can help you keep a journal, has incredible courses and lets you exchange ideas with a whole community of people working to become more positive. We love the creativity that went into making this app and think it has a lot to offer.
Motivate
This app gains a 4. 8 star rating after over 2,622 ratings, which has handpicked motivation videos and music playlists for any mood you’d like to get into. If you need to relax or get energized or inspired to grow in specific areas of your life, this unique app will help you choose your category and get you thinking positively about it through the use of images and music.
1. Which can help you with personal care?| A．Think Up. | B．Shine. |
| C．Happier. | D．Motivate. |
| A．They offer interactive teaching. |
| B．They enable users to be more positive. |
| C．They are all star-rated. |
| D．They help people reach their goals. |
| A．It gains the highest rating. |
| B．It helps people keep a journal. |
| C．It provides videos and music. |
| D．It sends motivational texts. |
【推荐3】We continue our Foreign Student Series on higher education in the United States. Now you move on to college life once you are admitted to a school. The first thing you need to value is a place to live. Housing policies differ from school to school. Students might have to live in a dormitory, at least for the first year there.
Dorms come in all sizes. Some have suites. Six or more students may live in one suite. Other dorms have many rooms along a common hallway, usually with two students in each room . Many students say dormitories provide the best chance to get to know other students. Also, dorms generally cost less than apartments or other housing not owned by the school
Most colleges and universities offer single-sex dorms, but usually males and females live in the same building. They might live on the same floors and share the same common bathrooms. They may live in the same room only if they are married.
Edward Spencer is the associate vice president for student affairs at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg. He says it is important to understand the rules of the building in which you will live. He advises students to ask questions before they decide about their housing. For example, if a student requires a special diet, will the school provide it ? How much privacy can a student expect ? Will the school provide a single room if a student requests one ? And what about any other special needs that a student might have?
Virginia Tech, for example, had a ban against candles in dorms . But it changed that policy to let students light up candles for religious purposes. The university also has several dorms open all year so foreign students have a place to stay during vacation time.
1. Why do some students in the U.S. choose to live in dorms, according to the passage ?| A．Dorms allow students in the U.S. choose to live in dorms |
| B．Dorms are safer for students to live in most cases |
| C．Dorms offer the chance to meet other people and are cheap as well |
| D．In most schools students are required to live in the dorms |
| A．what suites in American schools are like | B．what dorms in American schools are like |
| C．what dorms are owned by schools | D．when people get to know each other |
| A．colleges usually don’t provide a special diet | B．housing rules differ from one building to another |
| C．a ban against candles in dorms is necessary | D．the U.S. college always satisfies students’ requests |
| A．Places to live in U.S. colleges | B．housing polices in the U.S |
| C．Advantages of dormitories | D．Rules of single-sex dorms |
