At the time of childhood, I often wondered when I could have the chance to go to the city. We lived on a farm, in the winter especially, we were quite out off from the outside world. As soon as I left school, I packed my bags and moved to the capital. However, I soon discovered that my life has its too.
Money is a big advantage. Going out costs so much, not to mention basics like food and housing. Another disadvantage is pollution. I suffer from asthma (哮喘），and the air is so bad that I am afraid to go outside. Then there is the problem of traveling round. Although I have a car, I seldom use it because of the traffic jams. One choice is to go by bicycle, but that can be quite dangerous.
As every coin has two sides, so does living in the city, which also has its disadvantages. First, there is so much to do in the city, whatever you taste in
culture or entertainment (娱乐活动). Besides, there are wonderful jobs and greater chances of moving to a more important job or position. Finally, if you like shopping, the variety of goods is very surprising-and, what is more, shops are often only a short walk away.
Is city life better than the country life? Perhaps it is, when you are in your
teens (十几岁)or twenties. However, as you get older, and especially if you have small children, the peace of the countryside may seem preferable. I certainly hope to move back there soon.
21. What was the writer's dream when he was a child?
A. Staying on the farm. B. Leaving home for the city.
C. Moving to the countryside. D. Running away from the school.
22. In this passage, the writer tries to .
A. persuade the reader to live in the city
B. describe his life in the countryside
C. show an interest in the outside world
D. express his opinions about way of life
23. How is the passage mainly developed?
A. By inferring (推理). B. By comparing (比较).
C. By listing examples. D. By giving explanations.