here,” says Daniel, “and we took almost a year to make the decision to downshift. It’s taken some getting used to, but it’s been worth it. We have to think twice now about spending money on car repairs and we no longer have any holidays. However, I think it’s made us stronger as a family, and the children are a lot happier.”

Liz, however, is not quite sure. “I used to enjoy my job, even though it was hard work and long hours. I’m not really a country girl, but I suppose I’m gradually getting used to looking after the animals. One thing I do like, though, is being able to see more of my children. My advice for other people wanting to do the same is not to think about it too much or you might not do it at all.”

60．What do the first two paragraphs tell us?

A．People seldom work long hours to make money.

B．People hardly buy more things than necessary.

C．People are sure everything they own is in the right place.

D．People realise there is more to life than just making money.

61．When Daniel was a reporter he .

A．lived in central London B．disliked his job

C．missed his children D．was well paid

62．Daniel and Liz both agree that the move to the farm .

A．was easy to organise B．has improved family life

C．was extremely expensive D．has been a total success

63．What does the underlined “it” in the last paragraph refer to?

A．Child-caring. B．Liz’s advice.

C．Downshifting D．Liz’s job.

64．The underlined word “downshifting” in the second paragraph means .

A．repairing your car by yourself

B．spending money carefully

C．moving out to the countryside to live a simpler and better life

D．living in a big house in the suburbs and dining out once a week

C

65 A．Radio 3. B．Radio 4.

C．Capital Radio. D．Radio London.

66．You need to listen to for a programme on outer space.

A．Radio 2. B．Radio 3. C．Radio Wales. D．LBC

D

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67．Which of the following statements is true?

A．You can get copies of tests if you are willing to pay the price.

B． “Rock Music of the 1950s” may be an easy course.

C．It is difficult to pick the perfect class schedule.

D．Attendance is required in all classes.

68．You should .

A．register for classes in the morning if you get up early

B．have classes late in the morning if you stay up late