There is song in English that goes like this:
“Sign, sign, everywhere a sign , blocking out the scenery, breaking my mind, Do this, don’t do that, can’t you read the sign?... ”
This song is very fitting because today’s topic is about signs that you will see on the road while driving down a street. Then, let’s have a better understanding of them in America.
Stop sign– When you see this sign you will have to come to a complete stop in your car or bike before you continue moving forward.
Crosswalk– This is a sign that indicates(表明) people have the right of way to cross the street, so cars have to stop when they see a person waiting next to one of these signs．
Turning– This sign indicates that the road is turning ahead, so be careful.
Speed limit– When driving in the United States you will have to watch out for speed limit signs as the speed limit changes frequently depending on where you are driving; the number on this sign indicates the maximum（最高的）miles per hour you can drive in that road.
Do not enter– This sign indicates you are not allowed to enter a road at that point.
Buckle up! – There are often signs on roads in the United States reminding people that wearing seat belts is mandatory(强制的)(seat belts laws differ depending on what state you are in, but all US states have seatbelt laws).
Construction– This sign indicates there is construction happening in the area and that you should slow down and be careful.
One way– This sign indicates which direction traffic is flowing when cars are only allowed to drive in one direction(方向).
Parking– The letter P is often used to stand in for the word ‘parking’ on signs where parking is allowed or prohibited.
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Many of these signs are self explanatory(不解自明的), because the symbols or pictures used are obvious, to get a message across to everyone, even if they can’t read.
62. The writer uses the song at the beginning of the passage to__________
A. help readers sing the song. B. tell the meaning of the song.
C. lead into the topic of the text. D. ask the driver to sing the song.
63. While seeing the Speed limit signs in your car, you ___________________.
A. have to drive at the maximum speed. B. have the right of way to cross the street.
C. have to come to a complete stop. D. can’t drive faster than the maximum speed
64. According to the passage, which one is NOT true? _____________
A. Turning indicates that the road is turning ahead.
B. Construction indicates there is construction happening in the area.
C. “Buckle up!” signs remind people to wear seat belts.
D. Do not enter indicates you are allowed to enter a road at that point.
65. The passage is mainly to ___________________．
A. introduce an interesting song to readers. B. explain some road signs for new drivers.
C. tell pedestrians different signs on the road. D. stress the importance of the road signs.