D．its small­sized public schools

　　11．Which of the following can contribute to Finland's success in education?

　　a．Giving students fewer tests.

　　b．Giving teachers more trust.

　　c．Evaluating students' family backgrounds.

　　d．Creating the world's top school system.

　　e．Starting school late.

　　A．a，b，c　 B．c，d，e

　　C．a，b，e D．b，c，d

　　12．What Pasi Sahlberg said in Paragraph 7 suggested that ．

　　A．children should start school as early as possible.

　　B．competition among teachers might be harmful to education.

　　C．the US education system is still the most advanced.

　　D．it's necessary to set up a national curriculum.

　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　D

　　Philadelphia，Pennsylvania-America's fifth­largest city-is known for many famous firsts.Once a major American colonial city，it is the home of America's first library，its first hospital，and its first zoo.Now it is also the first U．S. city to be named a World Heritage City.On November 6，Philadelphia joined more than 260 other cities that have been recognized for their powerful effect on the world.These cities include Paris，France；Florence，Italy；and Cairo，Egypt.

　　"Today marks the start of a new and exciting chapter in the history of Philadelphia，"remarked Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter when the announcement was made."As a World Heritage City，Philadelphia is being officially recognized on the global stage for its wealth of contributions to the world."

　　To be named a World Heritage City，a city must be home to a UNESCO World Heritage site.UNESCO World Heritage sites are selected for their universal value and significance.For Philadelphia，that site is Independence Hall.

　　Independence Hall is where two of the most important documents in the U．S. history-the Declaration of Independence and the U．S. Constitution-were adopted.The Declaration of Independence，approved on July 4，1776，united the 13 former British colonies and declared them independent from British rule.The U．S. Constitution，signed in 1787，established the American democratic system of government.A democracy is a system of government in which the people elect their leaders.The Constitution later explained the basic freedoms American citizens have.

　　Philadelphia Deputy Mayor Alan Greenberger says the city's selection as a World Heritage City also reflects its educational，cultural，and economic achievements.The city is home to dozen of colleges and universities，and many museums，such as the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

　　"Philadelphia has rightfully earned its place as one of the greatest cities in the world，"Greenberger says.

　　13．On November 6，Philadelphia became ．

　　A．America's fifth­largest city

　　B．a World Heritage City

　　C．the first U．S. city with a powerful effect on the world

　　D．home to a UNESCO World Heritage site

　　14．Which statement is WRONG according to the passage?

　　A．Philadelphia was an American colonial city.

　　B．Independence Hall is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

　　C．Philadelphia enjoys many famous firsts in the world.

　　D．Independence Hall saw the adoption of many important documents in the U．S. history.

　　15．The passage probably comes from ．

　　A．a history book B．a newspaper

　　C．a guidebook for travellers D．a political book

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　　What Teenagers Can Do To Earn More Respect

As teenagers continue to grow and develop into young adults, the transition(过渡) into adulthood has begun.With so many physical and emotional changes going on, certain manners are often forgotten and other adult traits are not yet accepted as a way of life. 16 By doing the following things, you will earn more respect.