China is a land of bicycles.At least it was back in 1992 when I travelled the country.Back then everyone seemed to be riding a bicycle.Millions of them,all black.Cars were rare.Yet since my arrival in Beijing last year,I’ve found the opposite is true.There were millions of cars.However,people still use their bicycles to get around.For many,it’s the easiest and cheappiest way to travel today. Bicycles also come in different colours---silver,green,red,blue,yellow,whatever you want.
It’s fun watching people biking. They rush quickly through crossroads,move skillfully through traffic,and ride even on sidewalks(人行道). Bicycles allow people the to move about that cars just can’t provide.
Eager to be part of this aspect of Chinese culture, I decided to buy a bicycle. Great weather accompanied my great buy. I immediately jumped up on my bicycle seat and started to ride.
My first ride home was orderly(守秩序的).To be safe,I stayed with a “pack”of bikers while cars on the streets came running swiftly out of nowhere at times. I didn’t want to get hit.So I took the ride carefully.
Crossing the streets was the biggest problem. It was a lot like crossing a major highway back in the United States. The streets here were wide,so crossing took time,skill and a little bit of luck.
I finally made it home. The feeling on the bicycle was amazing. The air hitting my face and going through my air was wonderful. I was sitting on top of the world as I passed by places and people.Biking made me feel alive.
小题1:According to the suthour,why are bicycles still popular in China today?A．Because they are traditinal and safe.B．Because they are convienent and inexpensive.C．Because they are colourful and available.D．Because they are fast and environment friendly.小题2:The authour decided to buy a bicycle because he intened ______.A．to ride for funB．to use for transportC．to experience local cultureD．to improve his riding skills小题3:How did the suthour feel about his street crossing?A．It was boring.B．It was difficult.C．It was lively.D．It was wonderful.小题4:Which of the following best describes the authour’s biking experience?A．The authour enjoyed showing off his biking skill.B．The author was annoyed by the air while riding.C．The authour was praised by the other bikers.D．The authour took great pleatsure in biking.