most likely to marry outside their group.
Third, divorce rates vary according to the family cycle itself. Many studies have pointed to the fact that the longer a couple has been married, the more likely it is to remain so. Divorce rates are highest among the young, and, if a marriage survives its first few years, there is an increased likelihood that it will continue. Another factor often cited is the presence of children as a deterrent (威慑力量) to divorce. Empirical studies have shown, however, that this factor is much less significant than commonly believed. All things considered, people have little reason to continue an unhappy marriage.
31. After World War Ⅱ, what is the general trend of people’s attitudes toward divorce?
A. negative B. indifferent C. tolerant D. supported
32. Divorce rates are expected to be higher ______.
A. in Western societies
B. in times of economic depression
C. in groups that tend to scold divorced people
D. in marriages of white husbands and black wives
33. The word “stigma” in the third paragraph most probably means ______.
A. apprehension
B. appreciation
C. dishonor
D. token
34. It can be inferred from the passage that ______.
A. there is little likelihood for a newly married couple to get divorced
B. divorce rates vary little with the length of a marriage
C. the shorter a couple has been married, the more likely they divorce
D. the presence of children is an impassable obstacle to divorce
35. According to the passage, which of the following factors does not affect divorce rates?
A. The economic condition of a country.
B. Historical studies on World War Ⅱ.
C. People’s attitudes towards divorce.
D. The religion people believe in.
36. The proper title for this passage should be ______.
A. The Frequency of Divorce
B. Attitudes Toward Divorce
C. The Change of Attitude Toward Divorce
D. Empirical Studies on Divorce Rates
Passage Two
In recent years, Israeli consumers have grown more demanding as they’ve become wealthier and more worldly-wise. Foreign travel is a national passion-this summer alone, one in 10 citizens will go abroad. Exposed to higher standards of service elsewhere, Israelis are returning home expecting the same. American firms have also begun arriving in large numbers. Chains such as KFC, McDonald’s and Pizza Hut are setting a new standard of customer service, using strict employer training and constant monitoring to ensure the friendliness of frontline staff. Even the American habit of telling departing customers to “Have a nice day” has caught on all over
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