The main purpose of the passage is to___________ 

• A、discuss the advantages and disadvantages of skyscrapers
  
  

• B、compare skyscrapers with other modern structures
  
  

• C、describe skyscrapers and their effect on the environment
  
  

• D、illustrate various architectural designs of skyscrapers
  
  

21.Singapore is a small state in the southeast of Asia           

22.According to the constitution of Singapore, the president of the state is selected           

23.Compared with people in other Asian countries, the Singapore           

24.Several technical colleges, and a teachers college are part of           

25.Though small, Singapore has an industry of its own and can           

A.live a better life

B.made up of more than 50 islands

C.Higher education institute

D.not by the Parliament, but by the people

E.produce goods of various kinds

F.have a big population

Which of the following is true according to the passage?

• A、Skyscrapers provide more usable space than other buildings.
  
  

• B、The skyscrapers first appeared in the late 1960's.
  
  

• C、Where there are skyscrapers, television reception is poor.
  
  

• D、The two World Trade Center towers are skyscrapers.