In such a fierce competition, a person h as to make every effort if he _____.

A. has succeeded　 B. is to succeed　 C. should succeed　 D. will succeed

Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that is one word more than you need.

Two-thirds of U.S. consumers have yet to finish their holiday shopping, and 41 percent expect to finish at least a week prior to Christmas, according to a new survey.

　　One-fourth of __41__ will be shopping the week leading into Christmas, __42__ Christmas Eve, according to the first annual American Express Spending and Saving Tracker research report.

　　"Actually, we found in this holiday season there is this game of watching and waiting ... that deals will get sweeter as the clock winds down," said Mona Hamouly, a spokeswoman for the report.

　　Some 62 percent of consumers are waiting until the last minute to shop for the holiday. Thirty-one percent are waiting for the best deals before finishing their shopping, while about 20 percent plan to do so at the last minute because they are still saving or are busy, and one in 10 say they are waiting for that last pay __43__ before the holidays.

　　Hamouly said consumers seem to be "managing their cash flow and seeking out those great deals" this year.

　　Over the next 30 days, 65 percent of people expect to spend the same or more than they spent in the past 30 days and one-third __44__ to spend less, according to the survey prepared for American Express.

　　Hamouly said the weak economy was a large factor in consumers' __45__ toward shopping, with many feeling cash-strapped.

　　In addition to a __46__ sample of consumers, the survey targeted two sub-groups -- those designated as "affluents" and "young professionals."

　　Affluents were __47__ as having a minimum __48__ household income of $100,000, while young professionals were those who were less than 30 years old, had a college degree and a minimum annual household income of $50,000.

　　During the next 30 days, among consumers who expect to spend more, 56 percent say they will be spending the most on holiday gifts.

　　More than 40 percent expect to spend less in the next month because they are trying to save money, the prices of goods have increased, or they want to maintain a __49__. One-third cite the need to reduce their debt.

"Even for the affluent population, they want to get the best deals too," Hamouly said.

The two top items consumers will be buying over the next 30 days are groceries and holiday gifts.

　　One of the largest youth organizations in the world is the 4-H, an organization of clubs for young people between 9 and 19. The main purpose of 4-H is to provide young people with the practical skills and understanding they will need to become useful members of their communities. The four H' s stand for head, heart, hands, and health.

　　When 4-H clubs first began in America in the early 1900s, members were mostly young people from rural areas. The focus was on farm projects, such as raising pigs and growing and canning food. Today over 75% of the club members come from towns, cities, and suburbs, and hundreds of projects exist, each adapted to its geographical area. While rural districts abound in conservation, forestry, and farm management projects, projects in urban areas often involve nutrition , health, automotive care, and money management.

　　The 4-H program in America is a joint service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, state universities, and county governments. Business firms and private organizations provide additional funding. Members of the clubs are guided by volunteer adult leaders and their teenage assistants. In the clubs, 4-H' ers learn about and work on solving serious problems that face their communities, issues like environmental protection and community safety.

　　In addition to the 4-H clubs in the U.S. states and territories, more than eighty countries, including Taiwan, have adapted the 4-H idea to fit their own needs. In the less developed countries, many clubs offer courses in proper nutrition and in new farming technology.

(1) What is the 4-H?

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(2) Who are most of the 4-H members?

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A．Elementary and high school students.

B．Adults and teenagers.

C．Government and business leaders.

D．Young people from rural areas.

(3) How is the 4-H financed?

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A．Through the sale of farm products.

B．Through its membership fees.

C．Through government and private support.

D．Through international economic projects.

(4) According to the article, what is the modern trend in 4-H clubs?

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A．A decreased emphasis on agricultural projects.

B．Balancing younger and order membership.

C．More volunteer leadership in local clubs.

D．Larger involvement of government agencies.

(5) What would probably be a typical 4-H activity?

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