A. Three years ago. B. Four years ago. C. Twenty years ago.

18. Why don't the speaker's family return to Britain now?

A. They don't like Britain.

B. The daughter has to continue her study.

C. They're happier living in the United States.

19. What is the purpose of the speaker's six-week trip in England?

A. To see his friends. B. To go sightseeing. C. To advertise his new book.

20. What does the speaker think of his six-week trip?

A. Expensive. B. Difficult. C. Satisfying.

【答案】17. A 18. B 19. C 20. C

【解析】

此题为听力题，解析略。

【17题详解】

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【18题详解】

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【19题详解】

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【20题详解】

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第二部分 阅读理解(共两节, 满分40分)

第一节 (共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)

阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项。

　　Harlequino: Onto Freedom

　　Date:Nov.19-20 7:30 p.m.

　　Venue:Beijing Comedy Theater

　　Price:80-680 yuan

The drama discusses the true essence(本质) of are with the humor of Italian improvisational(即兴的 ) comedy. The performers discuss the purpose of art, reflect