阅读理解 Flags have existed for over 3000 years. The earliest flags were wooden or metal poles topped with a carving. About 2000 years ago pieces of fabric were added to some poles for decoration. Over t 题目和参考答案——青夏教育精英家教网—

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     Flags have existed for over 3000 years. The earliest flags were wooden or metal poles topped with
a carving(雕刻品). About 2000 years ago pieces of fabric were added to some poles for decoration.
Over the next 500 years the free-flying part of the flag became more important.
     Every country today has its own flag. Many groups and organizations also have a flag which stands
for, or symbolizes, the aims of the group.
     The UN flag depicts (描绘)a world map, centered on the north pole. The map is surrounded by an
olive(橄榄)wreath(花环)symbolizing peace and co-operation. The flag is blue and white.

1. Flags have been in existence for ____

A.500 years
B. more than 3000 years
C. about 2000 years
D. between 500 and 2000 years

2. A very old flag is likely to _____.

A. be made of fabric
B. have a map on it
C. have white shapes on it
D. be made of carved wood

3. An olive wreath is used to represent_______ .

A. peace
B. purity
C. justice
D. equality

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