2011大学英语四级考试试题及参考答案9

36.The reason why the toys most boys play with are different from those that girls play with is that_______. A） their social roles are rigidly determined B） most boys would like to follow their fathers' professions C） boys like to play with their fathers while girls with their mothers D） they like challenging activities 37.One aspect of "the universality of toys" lies in the fact that_______. A） technological advances have greatly improved the durability of toys B） the improvement of craftsmanship in making toys depends on the efforts of universities C） the exploration of the universe has led to the creation of new kinds of toys D） the basic characteristics of toys are the same the world over 38.Which of the following is the author's view on the historical development of toys？

    A） The craftsmanship in toy?making has remained essentially unchanged. B） Toys have remained basically the same all through the centuries. C） The toy industry has witnessed great leaps in technology in recent years. D） Toys are playing an increasingly important role in shaping a child's character. 39.Regarded as a kind of art form， toys_______. A） follow a direct line of ascent B） also appeal greatly to adults C） are not characterized by technological progress D） reflect the pace of social progress 40.The author used the example of a rattle to show that_______. A） in toy?making there is a continuity in the use of materials B） even the simplest toys can reflect the progress of technology C） it often takes a long time to introduce new technology into toy?making D） even a simple toy can mirror the artistic tastes of the time