34.According to the writer, what is the most convenient way to travel around the city?
(A) on foot
(B) by car
(C) by boat
(D) all of the above

30.(A) meant (B) designed (C) poised (D) understood

31. Where would you most likely find this passage? (A) In a business paper. (B) In a travel guide. (C) In a geography textbook. (D) In a historical novel.

32.According to the writer, what will you NOT find in Venice? (A) crowds of tourists (B) world-famous performers(C) a lot of churches (D) exciting clubs and parties

33.How does the writer recommend you explore the city? (A) on the rented bicycle (B) at the wheel of a car (C) with a good tour guide (D) by walking the streets

35.What does the writer imply about Venice's tourist attractions? (A) they are located on canals (B) they feature performances (C) they are all around the city (D) they attract locals and visitors

36. What's the main idea of the passage? (A) Most American seem to have enjoyed leading a simple life now. (B) Americans still believe that living well is the best revenge. (C) Alot of US consumers are trying to hunker down to shed expenses. (D) Americans should buy more items produced in the US.

37.Why does Linsey Knerl stockpile huge amount of meat in her freezer? (A) She wants to spend more time on her work and taking good care of her children. (B) The trips to the grocery stores are too bothersome for her. (C) She doesn't have to drive so often that she can spend less on gasoline. (D) The refrigerator she has is large enough to store much meat.

38.Which of the following statements is true? (A) Linsey and her family used to eat out more "than" twice every week (B) Americans' consumption habits have positively contributed to the US economy. (C) Linsey's husband enjoys taking care of the kids and house chore. (D) Americans buy a lot of canned goods in the face of economic recession.

39.Which of the following statements about Stan McClain is true? (A)He planned to sell his store in Burbank in California. (B) He sold his car and drove no more. (C) He grew and sold his vegetables to restaurants. (D) He grew vegetables in his driveway-turned garden.

40.As cocooners, in what way are Linsey Knerl and Stan McClain in common? (A) They both try very hard to lead a simple life in order to protect the environment. (B) They don't go out as often as they used to in order to reduce unnecessary spending. (C) They have to lead a frugal life in the face of global financial tsunami. (D) They can tide over the economic crisis by going backward and forward responsibly.