By the turn of the century, the old obsession wit symmetrical bone structure had given way to a desire to showcase racial diversity and gender ambiguity.

________ numerous at the turn of the century, the number of tigers in India had fallen to 2,500 by 1969.

A. In spite of

B. Although

C. As

D. Despite

At the turn of the century it is estimated that a student living alone requires on average A$12,000(Australian dollars) in living expenses for each year of study in Australia. Of course, these costs increase with time.

Upon arrival, students should have funds in excess of the average to cover the cost of text books and establishment expenses such as rental payment and basic furniture items. The amount spent on food, recreation, and entertainment expenses will vary according to requirements, budget, and location.

Those who are prepared to live in shared accommodation, which may not be suitable for all, might manage on A$10,000 per year. It is preferable for overseas students whose English is in need of practice to take advantage of living in situations with native speakers whenever possible. However, sharing with friends who are easy to communicate with is probably more sensible at first.

The above figures do not include the cost of large non-essential items such as household equipment or a car. Owning and maintaining a motor vehicle is expensive in Australia. Insurance is compulsory and costly, and parking both on and off campus can be a problem requiring additional expense. It is not advisable for a student to own a car unless it is absolutely necessary. A reasonable second hand car can cost more than A$4,000. Educational institutions are almost always serviced by reliable public transport. The university and college campuses within the major cities are well served by public buses. In addition, the larger cities have extensive train systems. For example, in Sydney, most college and university campuses are only 10 or 20 minutes from a rail station.

Sharing accommodation is ______.

A．10 000 per year cheaper than living alone

B．more expensive than living alone

C．not always suitable for students

D．suitable for most students

The drama depicts those conditions at the turn of the century.

A．writes

B．sketches

C．describes

D．indicates

Music comes in many forms；most countries have a style of their own. 【B1】the turn of the century when jazz was born, America had no prominent 【B2】 of its own. No one knows exactly when jazz was 【B3】，or by whom. But it began to be 【B4】 in the early 1900s. Jazz is America* s contribution to 【B5】 music. In contrast to classical music, which 【B6】 formal European traditions, jazz is spontaneous and free in form. It bubbles with energy, 【B7】 the moods, interests， and emotions of the people. In the 1920s jazz 【B8】 like America, and 【B9】it does today. The 【B10】 of this music are as interesting as the music 【B11】 American negroes, or blacks, as they are called today，were the jazz 【B12】 . They were brought to Southern States 【B13】 slaves. They were sold to plantation owners and forced to work long 【B14】 .When a Negro died his Mends and relatives 【B15】 a procession to carry the body to the cemetery. In New Orleans，a band often accompanied the 【B16】 . On the way to the cemetery the band played slow,solemn music suited to the occasion. 【B17】 on the way home the mood changed. Spirits lifted. Death had removed one of their 【B18】 , but the living were glad to believe. The band played 【B19】music, improvising (即兴表演）on both the harmony and the melody of the tunes 【B20】 at the funeral. This music made everyone want to dance. It was an early form of jazz.

【B1】

A.By

B.At

C.In

D.On

The prevailing scientific belief at the turn of the century was that ______.

A．personality was shaped by environment

B．character was transmitted from parents

C．behavior. was determined by social background

D．outlook was colored by prevailing beliefs

Music comes in many forms; most countries have a style. of their own. At the turn of the century when jazz was born, America had no prominent【B1】of its own. No one knows exactly when jazz was invented, or by whom. But it began to be【B2】in the early 1900s. Jazz is America's contribution to popular music. In contrast to classical music, which【B3】formal European traditions, jazz is spontaneous and free form. It bubbles with energy, expressing the moods, interests, and emotions of the people. In the 1920s jazz【B4】like America, and as it does today. The【B5】of this music are as interesting as the music itself. American Negroes, or blacks, as they are called today, were the jazz pioneers. They were brought to Southern States【B6】slaves. They were sold to plantation owners and forced to work long【B7】. When a Negro died, his friend and relatives【B8】a procession to carry the body to the cemetery. In New Orleans, a baud often accompanied the procession. On the way to the cemetery(墓地) the band played slow, solemn music suited to the occasion.【B9】on the way home the mood changed. Spirits lifted. Death had removed one of their【B10】, but the livings were glad to be alive. The band played happy music, improvising (即兴表演) on both the harmony and the melody of the tunes presented at the funeral. This music made everyone want to dance. It was an early form. of jazz.

【B1】

A．music

B．song

C．melody

D．style

A、 short story writer

B、 dramatic poetry

C、 realistic novels

D、 humor