The snake had no choice but down and sleep. A. lie B.to lie C.lay D. to lay 题目和参考答案——青夏教育精英家教网—

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The snake had no choice but ___ down and sleep.

A. lie B.to lie C.lay D. to lay

解析:

have no choice but to do sth.是固定搭配，意思是：除做什么以外别无选择。

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At the sight of the author, the rattlesnake .

A. shot into a bush

B. lay motionless but got ready to meet danger

C. drew itself up to strike

D. took no notice of his presence

The author had to kill the rattlesnake because .

A. it stood in his way

B. it attempted to take his life

C. it presented a disgusting sight

D. its presence was a danger to the people and animals at the farm

Which of the following best describes the rattlesnake?

A. It attacked man without any reason.

B. It would not attack unless it was attacked.

C. It ran away at the sight of man.

D. It exposed itself to danger.

It is implied at the end of the passage that the author____.

A. regretted having killed the snake

B. was glad that he had killed the snake

C. felt a little sorry for the snake

D. could not help thinking about the dead snake

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