[单项选择]Whenever soup is served in the U. S., there’s a good chance that someone will shout "No soup for you!" in the best New York accent that he or she can master.
The line comes from Seinfeld, one of America’s most famous TV sitcoms. This, as well as others, has helped to preserve the "Noo Yawk" even as it evolves.
America has several distinct accents. The plain Midwestern accent is considered the standard American accent. It’s the one often heard on TV and radio. Northeastern cities such as Boston and Philadelphia, as well as the U. S. South, have their own ways of talking. None of these, however, carries the seemingly built-in drama of the New York accent. Perhaps that’s because of the conflicting traits that seem to possess it. All at once, the accent can make a person sound impatient and sarcastic, confident and in-charge.
In the Seinfeld episode, for instance, the owner of a New York City soup restaurant yells at customers to "Have your money ready!" and "Move to
A. it’s the standard American accent
B. it’s preserved by U.S. entertainment without changing it
C. it’s a symbol of upper-class New Yorkers
D. it gives people a sense of belonging to New York

[单项选择]Whenever soup is served in the U. S., there’s a good chance that someone will shout "No soup for you!" in the best New York accent that he or she can master.
The line comes from Seinfeld, one of America’s most famous TV sitcoms. This, as well as others, has helped to preserve the "Noo Yawk" even as it evolves.
America has several distinct accents. The plain Midwestern accent is considered the standard American accent. It’s the one often heard on TV and radio. Northeastern cities such as Boston and Philadelphia, as well as the U. S. South, have their own ways of talking. None of these, however, carries the seemingly built-in drama of the New York accent. Perhaps that’s because of the conflicting traits that seem to possess it. All at once, the accent can make a person sound impatient and sarcastic, confident and in-charge.
In the Seinfeld episode, for instance, the owner of a New York City soup restaurant yells at customers to "Have your money ready!" and "Move to
A. Americans of different ages are all proud of the New York accent.
B. The increasingly diverse and mobile population will keep the New York accent changing.
C. American movies and TV shows always highlight the New York accent.
D. Nowadays the New York accent is still popular among young New Yorkers.

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Whenever you go on holiday abroad you may see different kinds of animals. Many of them will not be well looked after and you might feel sad about this. Here are a few suggestions on how you can help.
Homeless Animals
In many countries you’ll find homeless cats and dogs around your hotel. Please don’t give food to them—this only encourage more homeless animals to your hotel and the animals then come to tourists for food. The food stops once the holiday season is over and then animal welfare organisations (动物福利组织) in the city have to pick up the animals. These organisations are often very small and need money to keep going. To help them out, why not give some canned or dried food or give them money. To find an animal welfare organisation, try the phone book or ask the hotel manager.
Animals at a Market
Markets are a fact of life in many countries and you may very well see animals kept in cages which are far too sma

[单项选择]请根据下面短文回答下列问题：
Whenever you go on holiday abroad you may see different kinds of animals. Many of them will not be well looked after and you might feel sad about this. Here are a few suggestions on how you can help.
Homeless Animals
In many countries you’ll find homeless cats and dogs around your hotel. Please don’t give food to them—this only encourage more homeless animals to your hotel and the animals then come to tourists for food. The food stops once the holiday season is over and then animal welfare organisations (动物福利组织) in the city have to pick up the animals. These organisations are often very small and need money to keep going. To help them out, why not give some canned or dried food or give them money. To find an animal welfare organisation, try the phone book or ask the hotel manager.
Animals at a Market
Markets are a fact of life in many countries and you may very well see animals kept in cages which are f
A. will leave their owners
B. will make their homes at hotels
C. will come to them for food

[单项选择]What’s being served first
A. Eight courses.
B. A cold dish.
C. King’s food.

[填空题]·served as a model for the remaining 12 for its good preservation

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