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When going out in public, it is important to stay at least 6 feet away from other people and wear a mask to slow the spread of COVID-19. Consider the following tips for practicing social distancing when you decide to go out.
Know Before You Go: Before going out, know and follow the guidance from local public health authorities where you live.
Prepare for Transportation: Consider social distancing options to travel safely when running errands or commuting to and from work, whether walking, bicycling, wheelchair rolling, or using public transit, rideshares, or taxis. When using public transit, try to keep at least 6 feet from other passengers or transit operators – for example, when you are waiting at a bus station or selecting seats on a bus or train. When using rideshares or taxis, avoid pooled rides where multiple passengers are picked up, and sit in the back seat in larger vehicles so you can remain at least 6 feet away from the driver. Follow these additional tips to protect yourself while using transportation.
Choose Safe Social Activities: It is possible to stay socially connected with friends and family who don’t live in your home by calling, using video chat, or staying connected through social media. If meeting others in person (e.g., at small outdoor gatherings, yard or driveway gathering with a small group of friends or family members), stay at least 6 feet from others who are not from your household. Follow these steps to stay safe if you will be participating in personal and social activities outside of your home.
Keep Distance at Events and Gatherings: It is safest to avoid crowded places and gatherings where it may be difficult to stay at least 6 feet away from others who are not from your household. If you are in a crowded space, try to keep 6 feet of space between yourself and others at all times, and wear a mask. Masks are especially important in times when physical distancing is difficult. Pay attention to any physical guides, such as tape markings on floors or signs on walls, directing attendees to remain at least 6 feet apart from each other in lines or at other times. Allow other people 6 feet of space when you pass by them in both indoor and outdoor settings.
Stay Distanced While Being Active: Consider going for a walk, bike ride, or wheelchair roll in your neighborhood or in another safe location where you can maintain at least 6 feet of distance between yourself and other pedestrians and cyclists. If you decide to visit a nearby park, trail, or recreational facility, first check for closures or restrictions. If open, consider how many other people might be there and choose a location where it will be possible to keep at least 6 feet of space between yourself and other people who are not from your household.
21. The best title for this passage may be ________.
A. Suggestions to wear masks B. Protective ways to use transportation
C. Tips for social distancing D. Methods to slow down COVID-19
22. What does the underlined word rideshares in the third paragraph most probably mean?
A. several passengers riding in the same vehicle for free
B. several passengers going Dutch taking the same transportation.
C. some riders bearing the same cost in different vehicles.
D. some riders heading to the same place but paying fifty-fifty
23. From the passage we can infer that ________.
A. To protect ourselves from the COVID-19, wearing masks is a must at all times.
B. If you are a cyclist, you NEEDN’T care about the guidelines for social distancing.
C. At social gatherings, you’d better wear masks because it is not easy to keep six feet away from others.
D. To keep socially connected with others, you can chat with others on video-phone or in person
【答案】21. C 22. B 23. C
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了在疫情大环境下出行时需要注意的事项。
【21题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第一段中“Consider the following tips for practicing social distancing when you decide to go out.”（考虑以下建议，当你决定外出时，保持社交距离。）可知，本文主要讲述了保持社交距离的建议，故选C。
【22题详解】
词义猜测题。根据第三段中“When using rideshares or taxis, avoid pooled rides where multiple passengers are picked up, and sit in the back seat in larger vehicles so you can remain at least 6 feet away from the driver.”（当使用拼车或出租车时，避免多人拼车，坐在大型车辆的后座上，这样你可以与司机保持至少6英尺的距离。）可知，划线词rideshares应该是“拼车”(几个人平摊车费)的意思，故选B。
【23题详解】
推理判断题。根据第五段中“ It is safest to avoid crowded places and gatherings where it may be difficult to stay at least 6 feet away from others who are not from your household.”（最安全的方法是避开拥挤的地方和聚会场所，因为在这些地方，你很难与不在你家里的人保持至少6英尺的距离。）“Masks are especially important in times when physical distancing is difficult.”（在难以保持身体距离的时候，口罩尤其重要。）可知，在社交聚会上，你最好戴上口罩，因为与别人保持六英尺的距离并不容易，故选C。
