A. Disappointed. B. Satisfied. C. Worried. D. Pleased.

1. Which of the following is TRUE about the old lady sitting next to the author?

A. She is too old to drive now.

B. She does not like to take trains.

C. Although she is old，she has a good memory.

D. Her daughters live far away from her home.

2. What is the best title for this passage?

A. Train ride－a cultural experience B. A painful experience on the train

C. The history of Amtrak D. A wonderful lady

How to Study Smarter, Not Harder

Here are some of our favorite study tips that will help any student study smarter, not harder:

Recite As You Study

Reciting-saying things out loud should first take place as you read through each paragraph or section. Test yourself. This will help you to understand as well as learn faster because it is more active than reading or listening. It will also help you to notice your mistakes and the topics you have trouble understanding.

Take Fuller Notes

Notes should be in your own words, brief and clear. They should be tidy and easy to read. Writing notes will help you better than just underlining as you read, since it forces you to rewrite ideas in your own words.

Study the Middle

The best time to review is soon after you've learned something. You are more likely to remember the material at the beginning and the end of the lesson, so make sure you focus on the middle when you review.

Sleep On It

Study before going to bed, unless you are very tired. It's easier to remember material you've just learned after sleeping than after an equal period of daytime activity, because your brain continues to think even after you've fallen asleep.