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【2011重庆卷A篇】There was a gardener who looked after his garden with great care. To water his flowers, he used two buckers. One was a shiny and new bucket. The other was a very old and dilapidated one, which had seen many years of service, but was now past its best.

56. What does the underlined word “dilapidated” probably mean?

A. Dirty B. Dark

C. Worn-out D. Plain-looking.

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作者态度题秘诀11：高频答案词caring（关心的； 有同情心的）

【2012天津卷B篇】

45. Which of the following can best describe Ms. Yates?

A. Reliable and devoted. B. Tough and generous.

C. Proud but patient. D. Strict but caring.

【2012辽宁卷B篇】

61. Which of the following best describes the families of the astronauts on the ISS ?

A. The are caring and thoughtful

B. The are impatient and annoyed

C. The are impatient and annoyed.

D. The are excited and curious.

【2010全国Ⅱ卷A篇】

45.Which of the following best describes Brownie?

A. Shy