D.短文理解(本题共5小题,每小题1分,满分5分)
听短文,选择正确的答案。短文读两遍。
()16. What do people believe mountain climbing can bring?
A. A higher position. B. A happier family. C. Good luck.
()17. What does the Double Ninth Festival mean besides climbing?
A. To enjoy the natural beauty.
B. To eat special festival food.
C. To show respect and love for the elderly.
()18. Why is the festival connected with the idea of "forever"?
A. Because the festival is very old.
B. Because people wish their happiness would last forever.
C. Because "double ninth" sounds like "forever" in Chinese.
()19. How do some people show their care for the elders on this day?
A. By bringing them gifts. B. By sending them messages.
C. By climbing mountains with them.
()20. Which activity is NOT mentioned during the Double Ninth Festival?
A. Going mountain climbing. B. Eating Chongyang cakes.
C. Visiting the elders.

16. A 17. C 18. C 19. A 20. B