iving in the country is something that people from the city often dream about. However, in reality, it has both advantages and disadvantages. There are certainly many advantages of living in the country. First, you can enjoy peace and quietness. Moreover, people tend to be friendlier. A further advantage is that there is less traffic, so it is safer for young children. However, there are certain disadvantages to life outside the city. First, because there are fewer people, you are likely to have few friends. In addition, entertainment is difficult to find, particularly in the evening. Furthermore, the fact that there are fewer shops and services so it is quite hard to find jobs. As a result, you may have to travel a long way to work, which can be extremely expensive. In conclusion, it can be seen that the country is more suitable for some people than others. On the whole, it is often the best place for those who are retired or who have young children. In contrast, young or single people who have a career are better provided for in the city. 1. According to the passage, living in the country has __________. A. both good and bad points B. only good points C. no disadvantages 2. How many disadvantages does countrylife refer to? A. two B. three C. four 3. Why is living in the countryside safer for young children? A. Because there are fewer people. B. Because there are few services. C. Because there is less traffic. 4. The word ‘particularly’ in the 3th paragraph is closest in meaning to _____________. A. luckily B. especially C. completely 5. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage? A. It is not easy to find entertainment in the country. B. Country people seem to be friendlier than city people. C. The country is only suitable for retired people.