It is quite reasonable to blame traffic jams,the cost of gas and the great speed of modern life,but manners on the road are becoming horrible. Everybody knows that the nicest men would become fierce tigers behind the wheel. It is all right to have a tiger in a cage,but to have one in the driver's seat is another matter altogether.

Road politeness is not only good manners, but good sense too. It takes the most cool-head?ed drivers great patience to give up the desire to beat back when forced to face rude driving. On the other hand,a little politeness goes a long way towards reducing the possibility of quarrelling and fighting. A friendly nod or a wave of thanks in answer to an act of politeness helps to create an atmosphere of good will and calm so necessary in modern traffic condition. But such behav?iors of politeness are by no means enough. Many drivers nowadays don't even seem able to rec?ognize politeness when they see it.

 However,misplaced politeness can also be dangerous. Typical examples are the driver who waves at a child crossing the street at a wrong place into the path of oncoming cars that may be not able to stop in time. The same goes for encouraging old ladies to cross the road wherever and whenever they want to. It always amazes me that the highways are not covered with the dead bodies of these grannies.

 An experienced driver,whose manners are faultless,told me it would help if drivers learnt to correctly join in traffic stream without causing total blockages that give rise to unpleasant feel?ings. Unfortunately, modern drivers can't even learn to drive. Years ago,experts warned us that the fast increase of the car ownership would demand more give-and-take from all road users. It is high time for all of us to take this message to heart.

(   ) 5. According to the passage, troubles on the road are often caused by . 

   A. road conditions   B. the speed of modern life

   C. the behavior of the drivers   D. the large number of cars

(   ) 6. In the writer's opinion,          .

   A.drivers should avoid traffic jams

   B.strict traffic rules are badly needed

   C.unskillful drivers should be punished

   D.drivers should show road politeness properly

(   ) 7. The underlined word "give-and-take" in the passage means        .

   A.politeness and impoliteness

   B.good manners and bad manners

   C.offering help to others as much as possible

   D.willingness to give in to each other's wishes 

(   ) 8. What is the best title of the passage?

   A. Road Politeness   B. Traffic Problems

   C. Bad Manners on the Road   D. Good Drivers and Bad Drivers

Trip 1 Black Bear Count

There have been fires in this area in the last few years and the Office of the National Park is not sure how many black bears are still living. Some bears have been seen since the fires, and the Office has asked for young people to help count them. The entire trip will last three hours. Bookings necessary.

Cost:Free When:May 8

Trip 2 Garland Valley

Bring your drink and lunch for this walk in a beautiful area of the Blue Mountains. Garland Valley is close to the town of Garland but,is part of the National Park. Many wild animals live in this area,including many rare birds. This is a great walk for bird-lovers. The trip lasts four hours. Bookings necessary.

Cost; $ 15 When: May 8, May 15

Trip 3 Flashlight Adventure

Put on your warm clothes,bring a flashlight and a pair of glasses,and come for a night walk along the Dungog Valley. A guide will lead the tour. Many of the animals you will see on this trip. The guide will tell you about the lives of the animals you see. Numbers are strictly limited on night trips,so be sure to book early. This walk lasts two and a half hours.

Cost; $ 12 When;May 8, May 15, May 22

Equipment needed:

.Please bring enough water and food for all walks.

.Wear good walking shoes―no high heels.

.Wear a hat for day walks.

.Dress warmly for night walks.

.Children must be with an adult.

.Make sure your flashlight works well and bring extra batteries for night walks.

.Follow all instructions from guides during the walks. The mountains are a dangerous

place.

Bookings:

. Bookings for the above trips can be trade by telephone (8893^847) or on the Internet at www. Bluemountaintour. com. 

(   ) 4. Where are these trips?

   A.In a large city.

   B.In a park in the mountains.

   C.In a special kind of zoo.

   D.In three different countries.

(   ) 5. Where would you like to go if you are a bird-lover?

   A.Black Bear Count

   B.Garland Valley

   C.Flashlight Adventure

   D.None of the trips

(   ) 6. Which of the following is NOT necessary for the three trips?

   A.Good walking shoes.

   B.A pair of glasses.

   C.Food and water.

   D.A sleeping-bag.

(   ) 7. Which following statement about Flashlight Adventure is NOT true according to the passage?

   A.Bring your drink and lunch for this walk.

   B.Many of the animals you will see on this trip.

   C.The guide will tell you about the lives of the animals you see.

   D.There is no need to book early.

(   ) 8. What is the best title for the passage?

   A.Adventure Travel inAmerica

   B.Hunting around the Great Mountains

   C.Interesting Trips in the East of theUSA

   D.Discovery Trips in the mountains of the National Park

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