[originaltext] People over the age of 65 in the USA are called senior citizen

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问题  
People over the age of 65 in the USA are called senior citizens. Life for these people is different from that for younger Americans. Most senior citizens retire, or no longer work full time. Also it is unusual for people of this age to live with their children and grandchildren.
   For many senior citizens, the year after 65 is not enjoyable. They feel unproductive when they no longer work. They lives losing meaning. In addition, they may feel lonely being away from their families and the contacts they had in their work. Moreover, they become more concerned with their health as they grow older, If they live in big cities, they often worry about their safety. Other senior citizens enjoy their lives. They feel free to do things they were not able to do when they were working and raising families.
   The number of senior citizens in the U. S. is increasing rapidly because people are living longer than before.  Because of their large numbers and more active life Styles, senior citizens are gaining social influence in the country, both politically and economically. Their concerns are receiving a wider audience than ever before. The time may come when all Americans will look forward to becoming senior citizens.

选项 A、They feel enjoyable.
B、They feel safe in big cities.
C、They feel unproductive and lonely.
D、They feel free.

答案 C

解析 [听力原文]
How do many senior citizens feel?
根据选项可知问题可能询问老龄市民的感觉。文中关键句为“They feel unproductive when they no longer work...they may feel lonely being away from their families and the contacts they had in their work.”由于不再工作使老龄市民感到没有收益……他们不与家人同住,也脱离了原来工作,这使他们感到孤独。故正确答案为C)。
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