单选题 Directions: This task is the same as Task 1. The 5 questions or unfinished statements are numbered 41 to 45.
Letter 1

Dear Ann,
I'm going to give a dinner party next month. I want my guests to enjoy themselves and to feel comfortable. What's the secret of giving a successful party?
Mary

Letter 2

Dear Mary,
Cook something that would let you spend time with your guests. If a guest offers to help you in the kitchen, accept the offer. It often makes people feel more comfortable when they can help.
Before serving dinner, while your guests make small talks in the living room, offer them drinks. Some guests may like wine, but make sure to provide soft drinks for people who don't.
At the dinner table, let your guests serve themselves. Offer them a second serving after they finish, but don't ask more than once. Most guests will take more if they want.
Perhaps the most important rule of all is to be natural. Treat your guests as you want them to treat you when you're in their home—that is, act naturally toward them, and don't try too hard to be polite. Have a good time in a pleasant atmosphere.
Ann
单选题 From the first letter we learn that Mary ______.
  • A. is asking for advice on giving a dinner party
  • B. knows the secret of giving a pleasant party
  • C. is going to attend a dinner party
  • D. has successfully held a party
【正确答案】 A
【答案解析】
单选题 Ann's first piece of advice is that Mary should ______.
  • A. get the food ready before the guests arrive
  • B. keep the guests away from the kitchen
  • C. spend some time with the guests
  • D. accept the guests' offer to help
【正确答案】 D
【答案解析】
单选题 Ann suggests that Mary offer drinks ______.
  • A. while the guests are having small talks
  • B. when all the guests have arrived
  • C. after the guests finish small talks
  • D. after the dinner comes to an end
【正确答案】 A
【答案解析】
单选题 When having dinner, the guests are expected to ______.
  • A. eat their food slowly
  • B. help the host serve food
  • C. serve each other at the table
  • D. help themselves to more food
【正确答案】 D
【答案解析】
单选题 The most important rule for Mary to follow in treating her guests is to ______
  • A. be as polite as she can
  • B. let them feel at home
  • C. prepare delicious food
  • D. create a formal atmosphere
【正确答案】 B
【答案解析】