Science Fiction①Amongst the most popular books being written today are those which are usually classified a science fiction. Hundreds of titles are published every year and are read by all kinds of people. Furthermore, some of the most successful films of recent years have been based on science fiction stories. ②It is often thought that science fiction is a fairly new development in literature, but its ancestors can be found in books written hundreds of years ago, These books were often concerned with the presentation of some form of ideal society, a theme which is still often found in modern stories. Science fiction is a genre of fiction with imaginative but more or less plausible content such as settings in the future , futuristic science and technology , space travel , parallel universes , aliens , and paranormal abilities. Exploring the consequences of scientific innovations is one purpose of science fiction, making it a "literature of ideas". Science fiction has been used by authors as a device to discuss philosophical ideas such as identity, desire , morality and social structure. ③Most of the classics of science fiction , however, have been written within the last hundred years. Books by writers such as Jules Verne and H. G. Wells, to mention just two well-known authors , have been translated into many languages. ④Modern science fiction writers don't write about men from Mars or space adventure stories. They are more interested in predicting the results of technical developments on society and the human mind; or in imagining future worlds which are a reflection of the world which we live in now. Because of this their writing has obvious political undertones. Science fiction is largely based on writing rationally about alternative possible worlds or futures. It is similar to, but differs from fantasy in that, within the context of the story, its imaginary elements are largely possible within scientifically established or scientifically postulated laws of nature (though some elements in a story might still be pure imaginative speculation). The settings for science fiction are often contrary to consensus reality, but most science fiction relies on a considerable degree of suspension of disbelief, which is facilitated in the reader' s mind by potential scientific explanations or solutions to various fictional elements. ⑤In an age where science fact frequently overtakes science fiction, the writers may find it difficult to keep ahead of scientific advances. Those who are sufficiently clear-sighted to see the way we are going , however, may provide a valuable lesson on how to deal with the problems which society will inevitably face as it tries to master its new technology. 【第18题】Paragraph③____.A. Popularity of Science Fiction;B. Future Development;C. Classics of Science Fiction;D. Difficulty in Keeping Ahead of Scientific Advances;E. Its Origin/ Past;F. Themes of Modern Science Fiction

Science Fiction①Amongst the most popular books being written today are those which are usually classified a science fiction. Hundreds of titles are published every year and are read by all kinds of people. Furthermore, some of the most successful films of recent years have been based on science fiction stories. ②It is often thought that science fiction is a fairly new development in literature, but its ancestors can be found in books written hundreds of years ago, These books were often concerned with the presentation of some form of ideal society, a theme which is still often found in modern stories. Science fiction is a genre of fiction with imaginative but more or less plausible content such as settings in the future , futuristic science and technology , space travel , parallel universes , aliens , and paranormal abilities. Exploring the consequences of scientific innovations is one purpose of science fiction, making it a "literature of ideas". Science fiction has been used by authors as a device to discuss philosophical ideas such as identity, desire , morality and social structure. ③Most of the classics of science fiction , however, have been written within the last hundred years. Books by writers such as Jules Verne and H. G. Wells, to mention just two well-known authors , have been translated into many languages. ④Modern science fiction writers don't write about men from Mars or space adventure stories. They are more interested in predicting the results of technical developments on society and the human mind; or in imagining future worlds which are a reflection of the world which we live in now. Because of this their writing has obvious political undertones. Science fiction is largely based on writing rationally about alternative possible worlds or futures. It is similar to, but differs from fantasy in that, within the context of the story, its imaginary elements are largely possible within scientifically established or scientifically postulated laws of nature (though some elements in a story might still be pure imaginative speculation). The settings for science fiction are often contrary to consensus reality, but most science fiction relies on a considerable degree of suspension of disbelief, which is facilitated in the reader' s mind by potential scientific explanations or solutions to various fictional elements. ⑤In an age where science fact frequently overtakes science fiction, the writers may find it difficult to keep ahead of scientific advances. Those who are sufficiently clear-sighted to see the way we are going , however, may provide a valuable lesson on how to deal with the problems which society will inevitably face as it tries to master its new technology. 【第19题】Paragraph④____.A. Popularity of Science Fiction;B. Future Development;C. Classics of Science Fiction;D. Difficulty in Keeping Ahead of Scientific Advances;E. Its Origin/ Past;F. Themes of Modern Science Fiction

Science Fiction①Amongst the most popular books being written today are those which are usually classified a science fiction. Hundreds of titles are published every year and are read by all kinds of people. Furthermore, some of the most successful films of recent years have been based on science fiction stories. ②It is often thought that science fiction is a fairly new development in literature, but its ancestors can be found in books written hundreds of years ago, These books were often concerned with the presentation of some form of ideal society, a theme which is still often found in modern stories. Science fiction is a genre of fiction with imaginative but more or less plausible content such as settings in the future , futuristic science and technology , space travel , parallel universes , aliens , and paranormal abilities. Exploring the consequences of scientific innovations is one purpose of science fiction, making it a "literature of ideas". Science fiction has been used by authors as a device to discuss philosophical ideas such as identity, desire , morality and social structure. ③Most of the classics of science fiction , however, have been written within the last hundred years. Books by writers such as Jules Verne and H. G. Wells, to mention just two well-known authors , have been translated into many languages. ④Modern science fiction writers don't write about men from Mars or space adventure stories. They are more interested in predicting the results of technical developments on society and the human mind; or in imagining future worlds which are a reflection of the world which we live in now. Because of this their writing has obvious political undertones. Science fiction is largely based on writing rationally about alternative possible worlds or futures. It is similar to, but differs from fantasy in that, within the context of the story, its imaginary elements are largely possible within scientifically established or scientifically postulated laws of nature (though some elements in a story might still be pure imaginative speculation). The settings for science fiction are often contrary to consensus reality, but most science fiction relies on a considerable degree of suspension of disbelief, which is facilitated in the reader' s mind by potential scientific explanations or solutions to various fictional elements. ⑤In an age where science fact frequently overtakes science fiction, the writers may find it difficult to keep ahead of scientific advances. Those who are sufficiently clear-sighted to see the way we are going , however, may provide a valuable lesson on how to deal with the problems which society will inevitably face as it tries to master its new technology. 【第20题】Paragraph⑤____.A. Popularity of Science Fiction;B. Future Development;C. Classics of Science Fiction;D. Difficulty in Keeping Ahead of Scientific Advances;E. Its Origin/ Past;F. Themes of Modern Science Fiction

Science Fiction①Amongst the most popular books being written today are those which are usually classified a science fiction. Hundreds of titles are published every year and are read by all kinds of people. Furthermore, some of the most successful films of recent years have been based on science fiction stories. ②It is often thought that science fiction is a fairly new development in literature, but its ancestors can be found in books written hundreds of years ago, These books were often concerned with the presentation of some form of ideal society, a theme which is still often found in modern stories. Science fiction is a genre of fiction with imaginative but more or less plausible content such as settings in the future , futuristic science and technology , space travel , parallel universes , aliens , and paranormal abilities. Exploring the consequences of scientific innovations is one purpose of science fiction, making it a "literature of ideas". Science fiction has been used by authors as a device to discuss philosophical ideas such as identity, desire , morality and social structure. ③Most of the classics of science fiction , however, have been written within the last hundred years. Books by writers such as Jules Verne and H. G. Wells, to mention just two well-known authors , have been translated into many languages. ④Modern science fiction writers don't write about men from Mars or space adventure stories. They are more interested in predicting the results of technical developments on society and the human mind; or in imagining future worlds which are a reflection of the world which we live in now. Because of this their writing has obvious political undertones. Science fiction is largely based on writing rationally about alternative possible worlds or futures. It is similar to, but differs from fantasy in that, within the context of the story, its imaginary elements are largely possible within scientifically established or scientifically postulated laws of nature (though some elements in a story might still be pure imaginative speculation). The settings for science fiction are often contrary to consensus reality, but most science fiction relies on a considerable degree of suspension of disbelief, which is facilitated in the reader' s mind by potential scientific explanations or solutions to various fictional elements. ⑤In an age where science fact frequently overtakes science fiction, the writers may find it difficult to keep ahead of scientific advances. Those who are sufficiently clear-sighted to see the way we are going , however, may provide a valuable lesson on how to deal with the problems which society will inevitably face as it tries to master its new technology. 【第21题】 Some form of ideal society is ____.A. a recurrent theme;B. to keep ahead of scientific advances;C. reading books of science fiction;D. political implications;E. a current theme;F. read worldwide

Science Fiction①Amongst the most popular books being written today are those which are usually classified a science fiction. Hundreds of titles are published every year and are read by all kinds of people. Furthermore, some of the most successful films of recent years have been based on science fiction stories. ②It is often thought that science fiction is a fairly new development in literature, but its ancestors can be found in books written hundreds of years ago, These books were often concerned with the presentation of some form of ideal society, a theme which is still often found in modern stories. Science fiction is a genre of fiction with imaginative but more or less plausible content such as settings in the future , futuristic science and technology , space travel , parallel universes , aliens , and paranormal abilities. Exploring the consequences of scientific innovations is one purpose of science fiction, making it a "literature of ideas". Science fiction has been used by authors as a device to discuss philosophical ideas such as identity, desire , morality and social structure. ③Most of the classics of science fiction , however, have been written within the last hundred years. Books by writers such as Jules Verne and H. G. Wells, to mention just two well-known authors , have been translated into many languages. ④Modern science fiction writers don't write about men from Mars or space adventure stories. They are more interested in predicting the results of technical developments on society and the human mind; or in imagining future worlds which are a reflection of the world which we live in now. Because of this their writing has obvious political undertones. Science fiction is largely based on writing rationally about alternative possible worlds or futures. It is similar to, but differs from fantasy in that, within the context of the story, its imaginary elements are largely possible within scientifically established or scientifically postulated laws of nature (though some elements in a story might still be pure imaginative speculation). The settings for science fiction are often contrary to consensus reality, but most science fiction relies on a considerable degree of suspension of disbelief, which is facilitated in the reader' s mind by potential scientific explanations or solutions to various fictional elements. ⑤In an age where science fact frequently overtakes science fiction, the writers may find it difficult to keep ahead of scientific advances. Those who are sufficiently clear-sighted to see the way we are going , however, may provide a valuable lesson on how to deal with the problems which society will inevitably face as it tries to master its new technology. 【第22题】Books written by J. Verne are ____.A. a recurrent theme;B. to keep ahead of scientific advances;C. reading books of science fiction;D. political implications;E. a current theme;F. read worldwide

Science Fiction①Amongst the most popular books being written today are those which are usually classified a science fiction. Hundreds of titles are published every year and are read by all kinds of people. Furthermore, some of the most successful films of recent years have been based on science fiction stories. ②It is often thought that science fiction is a fairly new development in literature, but its ancestors can be found in books written hundreds of years ago, These books were often concerned with the presentation of some form of ideal society, a theme which is still often found in modern stories. Science fiction is a genre of fiction with imaginative but more or less plausible content such as settings in the future , futuristic science and technology , space travel , parallel universes , aliens , and paranormal abilities. Exploring the consequences of scientific innovations is one purpose of science fiction, making it a "literature of ideas". Science fiction has been used by authors as a device to discuss philosophical ideas such as identity, desire , morality and social structure. ③Most of the classics of science fiction , however, have been written within the last hundred years. Books by writers such as Jules Verne and H. G. Wells, to mention just two well-known authors , have been translated into many languages. ④Modern science fiction writers don't write about men from Mars or space adventure stories. They are more interested in predicting the results of technical developments on society and the human mind; or in imagining future worlds which are a reflection of the world which we live in now. Because of this their writing has obvious political undertones. Science fiction is largely based on writing rationally about alternative possible worlds or futures. It is similar to, but differs from fantasy in that, within the context of the story, its imaginary elements are largely possible within scientifically established or scientifically postulated laws of nature (though some elements in a story might still be pure imaginative speculation). The settings for science fiction are often contrary to consensus reality, but most science fiction relies on a considerable degree of suspension of disbelief, which is facilitated in the reader' s mind by potential scientific explanations or solutions to various fictional elements. ⑤In an age where science fact frequently overtakes science fiction, the writers may find it difficult to keep ahead of scientific advances. Those who are sufficiently clear-sighted to see the way we are going , however, may provide a valuable lesson on how to deal with the problems which society will inevitably face as it tries to master its new technology. 【第23题】People enjoy ____.A. a recurrent theme;B. to keep ahead of scientific advances;C. reading books of science fiction;D. political implications;E. a current theme;F. read worldwide

Science Fiction①Amongst the most popular books being written today are those which are usually classified a science fiction. Hundreds of titles are published every year and are read by all kinds of people. Furthermore, some of the most successful films of recent years have been based on science fiction stories. ②It is often thought that science fiction is a fairly new development in literature, but its ancestors can be found in books written hundreds of years ago, These books were often concerned with the presentation of some form of ideal society, a theme which is still often found in modern stories. Science fiction is a genre of fiction with imaginative but more or less plausible content such as settings in the future , futuristic science and technology , space travel , parallel universes , aliens , and paranormal abilities. Exploring the consequences of scientific innovations is one purpose of science fiction, making it a "literature of ideas". Science fiction has been used by authors as a device to discuss philosophical ideas such as identity, desire , morality and social structure. ③Most of the classics of science fiction , however, have been written within the last hundred years. Books by writers such as Jules Verne and H. G. Wells, to mention just two well-known authors , have been translated into many languages. ④Modern science fiction writers don't write about men from Mars or space adventure stories. They are more interested in predicting the results of technical developments on society and the human mind; or in imagining future worlds which are a reflection of the world which we live in now. Because of this their writing has obvious political undertones. Science fiction is largely based on writing rationally about alternative possible worlds or futures. It is similar to, but differs from fantasy in that, within the context of the story, its imaginary elements are largely possible within scientifically established or scientifically postulated laws of nature (though some elements in a story might still be pure imaginative speculation). The settings for science fiction are often contrary to consensus reality, but most science fiction relies on a considerable degree of suspension of disbelief, which is facilitated in the reader' s mind by potential scientific explanations or solutions to various fictional elements. ⑤In an age where science fact frequently overtakes science fiction, the writers may find it difficult to keep ahead of scientific advances. Those who are sufficiently clear-sighted to see the way we are going , however, may provide a valuable lesson on how to deal with the problems which society will inevitably face as it tries to master its new technology. 【第24题】Works of modern science fiction have ____.A. a recurrent theme;B. to keep ahead of scientific advances;C. reading books of science fiction;D. political implications;E. a current theme;F. read worldwide

Science Fiction①Amongst the most popular books being written today are those which are usually classified a science fiction. Hundreds of titles are published every year and are read by all kinds of people. Furthermore, some of the most successful films of recent years have been based on science fiction stories. ②It is often thought that science fiction is a fairly new development in literature, but its ancestors can be found in books written hundreds of years ago, These books were often concerned with the presentation of some form of ideal society, a theme which is still often found in modern stories. Science fiction is a genre of fiction with imaginative but more or less plausible content such as settings in the future , futuristic science and technology , space travel , parallel universes , aliens , and paranormal abilities. Exploring the consequences of scientific innovations is one purpose of science fiction, making it a "literature of ideas". Science fiction has been used by authors as a device to discuss philosophical ideas such as identity, desire , morality and social structure. ③Most of the classics of science fiction , however, have been written within the last hundred years. Books by writers such as Jules Verne and H. G. Wells, to mention just two well-known authors , have been translated into many languages. ④Modern science fiction writers don't write about men from Mars or space adventure stories. They are more interested in predicting the results of technical developments on society and the human mind; or in imagining future worlds which are a reflection of the world which we live in now. Because of this their writing has obvious political undertones. Science fiction is largely based on writing rationally about alternative possible worlds or futures. It is similar to, but differs from fantasy in that, within the context of the story, its imaginary elements are largely possible within scientifically established or scientifically postulated laws of nature (though some elements in a story might still be pure imaginative speculation). The settings for science fiction are often contrary to consensus reality, but most science fiction relies on a considerable degree of suspension of disbelief, which is facilitated in the reader' s mind by potential scientific explanations or solutions to various fictional elements. ⑤In an age where science fact frequently overtakes science fiction, the writers may find it difficult to keep ahead of scientific advances. Those who are sufficiently clear-sighted to see the way we are going , however, may provide a valuable lesson on how to deal with the problems which society will inevitably face as it tries to master its new technology. 【第25题】 Writers find it difficult ____.A. a recurrent theme;B. to keep ahead of scientific advances;C. reading books of science fiction;D. political implications;E. a current theme;F. read worldwide

How do Movies or Television Influences People's Behavior？The impact that modern mass media such as movies or televisions has had on our daily life，and society in general，is undeniable. No doubt it will become more and more sophisticated，and so fascinating that virtually nobody will be able to escape. ___26___ They grow long-hair regardless of their sex，commonly part of which are dyed in gold；they wear jeans in each and every season，usually knees of which are deliberately tattered；boys are fond of earrings or other odd pendants；and girls are keen on Marlboros and weird coarse languages. The major means that mass media influences the public is by creating topics of discussion in the society. ___27___ Titanic had brought a worldwide uproar by its extolling，fascinating and immortal love；Prime Color and Wag the Dog met the national debate on right and duty of the president of the United States. Antiwar movies such as Tears of the Sun and All Quite On the Western Front among numerous others have been raising the question that is any war really to uphold justice or is it really worthy that an individual makes sacrifices to this country and at the same time ignores his own family or his personal values？___28___The “important" issues are to be found on the first pages of the newspaper or in the beginning of a television program. The “not important" stories are the ones that are not being told at all. ___29___ In fact censorships present all mass media including its distributing means such as the Internet. By prearranging public issue，the mass media makes decisions for us. Even though there are critical thinking individuals in any society，they are definite minority；the public in whole indeed lack skills of critical thinking，and therefore they are often led by the media. In brief，mass media，by offering topics and affecting the ways in which we discuss“the important issues"，has a strong influence on our perception of the truth，of the world or of the structure of our society. ___30___【第26题】根据文章题意，选择对应的句子。A. We have to admit that it has a role in our lives as a source. ;B. Mass media offers people（the consumers）issues to talk and think about. ;C. Not long ago mass media was about the only kind of culture there was. ;D. The “not very important" stories are probably very short and hidden in the last pages. ;E. Already, it can be seen how western movies are exercising influence on our youth generation. ;F. Mass media also shapes our understanding of what is important and what is not important to know.

How do Movies or Television Influences People's Behavior？The impact that modern mass media such as movies or televisions has had on our daily life，and society in general，is undeniable. No doubt it will become more and more sophisticated，and so fascinating that virtually nobody will be able to escape. ___26___ They grow long-hair regardless of their sex，commonly part of which are dyed in gold；they wear jeans in each and every season，usually knees of which are deliberately tattered；boys are fond of earrings or other odd pendants；and girls are keen on Marlboros and weird coarse languages. The major means that mass media influences the public is by creating topics of discussion in the society. ___27___ Titanic had brought a worldwide uproar by its extolling，fascinating and immortal love；Prime Color and Wag the Dog met the national debate on right and duty of the president of the United States. Antiwar movies such as Tears of the Sun and All Quite On the Western Front among numerous others have been raising the question that is any war really to uphold justice or is it really worthy that an individual makes sacrifices to this country and at the same time ignores his own family or his personal values？___28___The “important" issues are to be found on the first pages of the newspaper or in the beginning of a television program. The “not important" stories are the ones that are not being told at all. ___29___ In fact censorships present all mass media including its distributing means such as the Internet. By prearranging public issue，the mass media makes decisions for us. Even though there are critical thinking individuals in any society，they are definite minority；the public in whole indeed lack skills of critical thinking，and therefore they are often led by the media. In brief，mass media，by offering topics and affecting the ways in which we discuss“the important issues"，has a strong influence on our perception of the truth，of the world or of the structure of our society. ___30___【第27题】根据文章题意，选择对应的句子。A. We have to admit that it has a role in our lives as a source. ;B. Mass media offers people（the consumers）issues to talk and think about. ;C. Not long ago mass media was about the only kind of culture there was. ;D. The “not very important" stories are probably very short and hidden in the last pages. ;E. Already, it can be seen how western movies are exercising influence on our youth generation. ;F. Mass media also shapes our understanding of what is important and what is not important to know.