阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项,并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。
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Thanksgiving is almost here, which means many families are getting ready to enjoy a tradition that goes back hundreds of years： baking and eating delicious pie. Two classic desserts will battle it out at holiday tables. Is pumpkin pie better than apple pie?
Yes — pumpkin is perfect
Three reasons why pumpkin pie is better than apple pie
1. As one of America's first crops, pumpkin has become fall's signature flavor since the early 18th century. Even 300 years ago, Americans knew it was the best pie.
2. With its warm, comforting mix of cinnamon （肉桂），nutmeg （豆蔻），and other spices, delicious pumpkin pie gives you perfect bites that melt in your mouth, which simply can't be beaten.
3. As a bonus, pumpkins are packed full of vitamins and nutrients that are good for your body. So cut a perfectly shaped slice of pumpkin goodness and dig in.
No - apple pie all the way
Three reasons why pumpkin pie is not better than apple pie
1. Apple pie is just about as old as our country and even appeared in America's first cookbook. Have you heard the expression "It's as American as apple pie"? No one says that about pumpkin pie!
2. There are countless variations on the classic, with different spices and flavorings, dried fruits and nuts, and different crusts（酥皮）.Apple pie is the clear winner for people who love the balance of fruit and buttery pie crust.
3. To quote another expression, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” That means apples are nutritious and help keep us healthy.
Now that you've read a bit more about this issue, click here to vote in our debate. Vote YES if you think pumpkin pie is better than apple pie or NO if you don't. We'll publish the results next week.
21. What do pumpkin pie and apple pie have in common?
a. They are full of nutrients.
b. They have similar flavor.
c. They have deep roots in America.
A. ab. B. be. C. ac. D. abc.
22. Where can the text be found?
A. On a menu. B. On a website. C. In a magazine. D. In a cookbook.
23. What5s the purpose of the text?
A. To invite readers to vote in a debate.
B. To distinguish pumpkin pie from apple pie.
C. To advertise pumpkin pie is better than apple pie.
D. To encourage baking and eating pie at Thanksgiving.
“Are you OK, Cassie?” Jonah asked, from the doorway of the Sea Holly Cafe.
Cassie had been sitting on a chair outside for the past 10 minutes, but not really taking in the beauty of the sea.
“Oh, I should be getting back to work. w She rose hurriedly.
"We're not busy, take your time.” Jonah came with a cappuccino for her. "Thanks." She accepted the coffee, “Everything's fine." Then Jonah nodded, revealing a comforting smile, and went back inside.
He was a great boss, but Cassie didn't feel like telling him what was wrong.
Cassie had gone to study fine art hopefully but dropped out after only a year due to the unbearable homesickness. Since then, she hadn't touched her paints for a whole year. Today was doomed to be a sad date, the anniversary of her exciting plans turning to dust. She felt a crushing sense of disappointment. In her painting, she had captured a good likeness of the cloudy sky and the reflection of the dying light upon the water, but the picture did have a sad, dreary（沉闷的）quality.
About 20 minutes later, she was shocked by a voice at her shoulder, "That's beautiful. “
Cassie turned, and there was a woman wearing a blue coat. The woman eyed it again. "You have talent, but there is much sadness in it, for one so young. w Cassie's eyes were filled with tears. "My name's Willow,“ the woman said kindly, “Why not try painting the sunrise instead, my dear? You might find it helps.”
With Willow's words echoing in her brain, Cassie rose an hour earlier the next day, caught a bus to the beach and began to paint again.
When she finished, Jonah was just opening up. He picked the painting up and appreciated it at eye height. "Hey, this is good. It's really — “ For a moment he struggled for the word, then found it and turned to her, beaming, “Optimistic!”
In her picture the sun was powering into the sky, casting a clear, golden pathway across the sea.
24. Which of the following best explains “He was a great boss“ underlined in paragraph 5?
A. Jonah offered a coffee to Cassie.
B. Jonah ran a successful cafe business.
C. Jonah figured out what was wrong with Cassie.
D. Jonah was considerate of Cassie's emotional upset.
25. What led to Cassie's low spirits?
A. That her paints were covered with dust.
B. That her homesickness was aroused again.
C. That her original plan was abandoned midway.
D. That her painting was full of a sorrowful and dull quality.
26. Why did Willow advise Cassie to paint the sunrise?
A. It was more beautiful.
C. It had artistic inspiration.
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B. It might cheer Cassie up.
D. It made a difference to Willow.
27. What can be a suitable title for the passage?
A. The Sun Always Rises B. Every Man Has Its Price
C. Strike While the Iron Is Hot D. A Good Medicine Tastes Bitter
