to supermarkets to get their supplies. But on a continent where people treasure convention, there are still those who hold onto traditional ways, living and shopping locally. These people, together with tourists, provide the city centers with their reason for existence.

　　Coffee culture plays a part in keeping these city centers flourishing. This is particularly true of Paris whose citizens are famous enthusiastic conversationalists. This skill is developed over many hours spent chaffing over espressos（浓咖啡）and cigarettes.

　　Religion also plays a role in developing sociable atmosphere. People in Roman

　　Catholic countries used to visit the Church on an almost daily basis. Entire communities would gather in the same building and then move out to the markets, cafés and bars in the surrounding streets. An enormous example of this relationship between church and society is the Duomo. The huge marble cathedral in Florence, Italy is surrounded by bakeries and coffee shops, and caters（迎合）not only to the tourist crowds, but also the local community.

　　31 It can be inferred from the first paragraph that each big city in Europe

　　A has many large squares.

　　B has many very magnificent sky-scrapers.

　　C draws tourists in large numbers every yean

　　D has a center where tourists meet their spouses.

　　32 Which statement is NOT true of Covent Garden?

　　A It is crowded with people.

　　B It is located in London.

　　C It is filled with stalls.

　　D It is surrounded by shops, churches, restaurants and cafes.

　　33 Why do people think that Venice is so great? ；

　　A Because it is a famous tourist attraction.

　　B Because you can reach anywhere by boat.

　　C Because it is well-known for its merchants.

　　D Because all the mistakes have been removed.

　　34 What are Parisians famous for ?

　　A Their pursuit of independence.

　　B Their enthusiasm for conversation.

　　C Their ability to keep the city flou