“What does this have to do with business?” Tom asked. It seemed if it wasn’t funny, he wasn’t happy.
“Well, Tom, think of it this way: the point of business is to make a living to support your family. Once you have properly seen to (确保) their needs, you can then see to getting the extras that you want.”
“What if I don’t have a family?” he continued to be difficult.
“Then you have to provide for yourself, a family of one.”
“He has goldfish to think about!” Peter, Tom’s friend, shouted out.
“Then he needs to provide for a family of one with a fishbowl.” Mr. Gruber corrected himself.
Tom nodded, satisfied with that answer.
“So in the next nine weeks, we’re going to study basic business situations, like having a checking account and understanding credit cards.”
Tom rubbed his hands together excitedly. “When do we get to start spending?”
“You already are, Tom. You’re spending time with us!” Mr. Gruber laughed. “Now, let’s see what you guys know about credit cards…”
( )16.What class did Mr Gruber teach?
A. History B. Science C. Maths D. Business
( )17.Which student didn’t seem to be taking the class seriously?
A. Tom B. James C. Peter D. Sandy
( )18.How did Mr Gruber make his class lively and interesting?
A.He himself kept talking B.He just read from a textbook.
C.He showed a movie to his students. D.He got his students to take part in a discussion.
( )19.What do you think of Mr Gruber according to the passage?
A. Strange B. Patient C. Shy D. Proud
( )20.What can be the best title of this passage?
A. Get What You Want B. Needs and Wants
C. Try to Get More Money D. How to Live Well
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