[单项选择]To understand how Americans think about things, it is necessary to understand "the point". Americans mention it often: "Let’s get right to the point," they will say. "My point is.... What’s the point of all this"
The "point" is the idea or piece of information that Americans suppose is, or should be, at the center of people’s thinking, writings, and spoken comments. Speakers and writers are supposed to "make their points clear", meaning that they are supposed to say or write clearly the idea or piece of information they wish to express.
People from many other cultures have different ideas about the point. Africans traditionally tell stories that express the thoughts they have in mind, rather than staring "the point" clearly. Japanese traditionally speak indirectly, leaving the listener to figure out what the point is. Thus, while an American might say to a friend, "I don’t think that coat goes very well with the rest of your outfit," a Japanese might say, "Maybe this other co
A. learn the language well
B. change their way of thinking
C. be careful about their choice of words
D. explain their reasons clearly

[单项选择]To understand how Americans think about things, it is necessary to understand "the point". Americans mention it often: "Let’s get right to the point," they will say. "My point is.... What’s the point of all this"
The "point" is the idea or piece of information that Americans suppose is, or should be, at the center of people’s thinking, writings, and spoken comments. Speakers and writers are supposed to "make their points clear", meaning that they are supposed to say or write clearly the idea or piece of information they wish to express.
People from many other cultures have different ideas about the point. Africans traditionally tell stories that express the thoughts they have in mind, rather than staring "the point" clearly. Japanese traditionally speak indirectly, leaving the listener to figure out what the point is. Thus, while an American might say to a friend, "I don’t think that coat goes very well with the rest of your outfit," a Japanese might say, "Maybe this other co
A. be clear about their main ideas
B. give as much information as possible
C. express their personal views
D. be honest about their true feelings

[单项选择]Next time you have a problem, think about how you can improve the situation instead of ______ all the negative aspects.
A. dwelling on
B. counting on
C. barking on
D. touching on

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How did the doctor think about the second cut
A. It didn’t matter so much.
B. It looked worse than the first.
C. It was unpleasant to see.
D. It would be recovered for a long time.

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What does the man think about Jane
A. She will quit her job.
B. She will be sorry if she quits her job.
C. She will not quit her job.
D. She will not accept his present.

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What does Johnson think about the exam
A. It will be difficult.
B. It’s hopeless to study for it.
C. He’s ready for it.
D. He missed it.

[单项选择]What does the man think about Hill

[单项选择]What does the woman think about Dennis
A. He seldom dances.
B. He doesn’ t think dancing is very hard.
C. He dances very well.