[单项选择] What difference does it make if we read texts displayed on a computer screen instead of on paper printed with ink The computer certainly does not secure deeper comprehension, greater subtlety of mind, or a wider range of imaginative reference. The mediation of a computer, however, put new powers at the disposal of intelligence. On the one hand, the computer itself can do simple reading ― as I have noted, it can "read’’ an immense body of literature in search of designated words. As anyone knows who has ever spent days in libraries in search of errant information, simply identifying relevant sources absorbs inordinate amounts of time in research. The objection may be raised that a search of texts by computer may block the discoveries that occur while browsing in the stacks of great libraries. No member of the academy need fear that the use of a computer will keep him from the stacks, but browsing is , if anything, easier if texts can be called up on a screen in the serenity of one’
A. it saves a lot of time to find information needed.
B. it reads more efficiently than a human mind.
C. it covers a much wider range of reference.
D. it guarantees reading efficiency and validity.

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What difference does it make if we read texts displayed on a computer screen instead of on paper printed with ink The computer certainly does not guarantee deeper comprehension, greater subtlety of mind, or a wider range of imaginative reference. The mediation of a computer, however, puts new powers at the disposal of intelligence. For one thing, the computer itself can do simple reading—as I have noted, it can "read" an immense body of literature in search of designated(指定的)words. As anyone knows who has ever spent days in libraries in search of errant information, simply identifying relevant sources absorbs inordinate amounts of time in research. The objection may be raised that a search of texts by computer may block the occasional(偶然发现的)discoveries that occur while browsing in the stacks of great libraries. No member of the academy need fear that the use of a computer will keep him from the stacks, but browsing is, if anything, easier if texts ca
A. The deficiencies of the library in providing information.
B. The different applications of the computer and the library.
C. The advantages and disadvantages of the computer and library.
D. The advantages of the computer in search of information.

[填空题]What does it mean if we dream that we fail to cross a river
It means that we are （）.

[单项选择]What does we learn about Tom
A. He is not a student.
B. He is not a serious student.
C. He is not very concerned about Jane.
D. He is willing to compromise.

[单项选择]What does the man meanWhat do we know about the man’s dog
A. The other dogs are afraid of him.
B. It eats only cat food.
C. It like cats better than dogs.

[填空题]What does human society depend on to make progress according to the author

[单项选择]What does the woman suggest to make roses stay fresh

[单项选择]What does the woman mean

What does the woman mean
A．She will show him the way.
B．She doesn’t catch his meaning.
C．She doesn’t understand English.
A. She will show him the way.
B. She doesn’t catch his meaning.
C. She doesn’t understand English.

[填空题]What does it mean to say that we live in a world of persuasion It means that we live among (36) interests. Your roommate’s need to study for an exam may take (37) over pizza. Your instructor may have good reasons not to change your grade. And the (38) of your romantic interest may have other options.
In such a world, persuasion is the art of getting others to give fair and favorable (39) to our point of view. When we persuade, we want to (40) how others believe and behave. We may not always (41) -- other points of view may be more persuasive, depending on the listener, the situation, and the (42) of the case. But when we practice the art of persuasion, we try to ensure that our position receives the attention it (43)
Some people, however, object to the very idea of persuasion. They may regard it (44) . In contrast, we believe that persuasion is inevitable--to live is to persu