Question

【题目】Best Way to Save Money

Although the best way to save money can vary from person to person, depending on age, family size and other characteristics, there are still some easy things that all shoppers can do to keep more money in their bank accounts.

● Avoid impulse (冲动的) purchases.

When you shop, a best way to save money is to have a plan in mind to help you avoid impulse purchases. 【1】 And you only carry the exact amount of cash that you will need for your planned purchase. Some shoppers agree to discuss any purchases over a certain dollar amount with their spouses (配偶) first.

● 【2】

Sometimes the best way to save money in the long term is to spend a little more money right now. 【3】 A high-quality pair of shoes will last longer than a bargain pair and prevent foot pain. Leaner (瘦的) cuts of meat and organic produce provide health benefits for your family.

● Buy secondhand.

Check classified ads, thrift stores and garage sales for used clothing, toys, furniture, and much more available at a part of their original cost. 【4】 And there members offer unwanted items for free to anyone willing to pick them up.

● Borrow instead of buy.

If you’re only going to use something once, try to borrow it instead of spending your money on it. Borrow a tool from your neighbor. 【5】 Check out the resources at your local library. You’ll also be reducing disorder in your home.

A. Make things by yourself.

B. Exchange books with a friend.

C. Know when to pay for quality.

D. Refuse to buy things you can’t use.

E. For instance, you might leave your credit cards at home.

F. A good piece of furniture can stay in the family for decades.

G. For the most secondhand savings, check out groups like Freecycle.

Answer 1

【答案】

【1】E

【2】C

【3】F

【4】G

【5】B

【解析】本文介绍节约钱的最好方法。

【1】E

根据上句：购物时节约钱的方法是制定一个购物计划，从而避免即兴购物。再根据空格下句：你只带够所需现金。也就是说可以把信用卡留在家里。故选E。

【2】C

此空是小标题，用祈使句。根据下文：有时候从长远利益讲节约钱的最好方法就是目前多花一点钱，也就是买质量好一点的东西。可知此标题的意思是：要知道什么时候为质量付出。故选C。

【3】F

根据上句：有时候从长远利益讲节约钱的最好方法就是目前多花一点钱，也就是买质量好一点的东西。再根据下文：一双高品质的鞋子将比一双廉价的鞋持续的时间长。可知此空的意思是：一件好的家具可以留在家庭几十年。

【4】G

根据此段小标题Buy secondhand.再根据空格下句：有会员免费提供不想要的东西给任何想捡他们的人。Secondhand是关键词，可知G. For the most secondhand savings, check out groups like Freecycle.符合题意。

【5】B

本段标题Borrow instead of buy.借代替买。根据上句：从你朋友那里借一个工具。再根据空格下句：检查一下你当地图书馆的资源。可知B. Exchange books with a friend.（和一个朋友交换书）符合题意。