阅读理解。
On February 7, the National Library of China in Beijing began to allow free entry of readers, only asking
for their ID cards. While having free access (进入) to the library's services and facilities, readers can also
enjoy discounts (打折) on document copying, archive delivery and CD burning (刻录). The government
has given 178 million yuan to help the program.
Various surveys (调查) show that Chinese are spending less time on reading, but this doesn't necessarily
mean a decline (下降) in people's passion in this regard. For example, bookstores on weekends are always
filled with readers. The key reason is that there are too few good public libraries. Either the books are too
old or in poor condition or the fee charges are too high.
Against this backdrop, to offer free access to the National Library will help to encourage the public's
passion for reading and thus improve the overall cultural quality of nation.
1. If you want to go to the National Library of China now, you have to .
A. give some money
B. be with your parents
C. bring a CD with you
D. show your ID card
2. The Chinese are spending less time on reading partly because .
A. they are becoming poorer
B. they don't like to read books
C. they can't copy books
D. there are not enough good public libraries
3. Which of the following is not true according to the passage?
A. Books in public libraries are usually too old.
B. People can copy documents in the National Library without giving money.
C. Many people go to bookstores on weekends.
D. The government wants to encourage people to read.
