21.In the first paragraph, "Northbrook" is most probably_____________.
A) a market research company based in Illinois
B) a spokesman for the Teenage Research Unlimited
C) the base of the Teenage Research Unlimited
D) the city where the spending survey was carried out
22.Some people find it outrageous that_______________.
A) some parents indulge their children in extravagant spending
B) some younger generation's must-have;s could cost so much
C) some parents are ignorant about their children's spending
D) some children disregard their notorious spending habits
23.What is the effect of marketing through mass media?
A) It fills the market with ads beyond the young's understanding.
B) It directs not only the trend but also the ways of advertising.
C) It stuffs all kinds of ads into TV shows and radio programs.
D) It triggers young people's desire Lo keep up with the trend.
24. According to Marshall, parents prefer to spend money on their children mainly because_________.
A) they can't afford the Lime to stay with their children
B) they want to make up their guilt for their children
C) they find it more convenient than going out with the children
D) they feel it is hard to raise children without indulging them
25.What does Marshall think parents should do with the children's spending habit?
A) They should refuse to pay for their lavish spending.
B) They should restrain the children's spending within limits.
C) They should be responsible for providing for the children.
D) They should draw up a budget plan for the children.