Questions 30-35. Read the passage below and choose the best answer to each question.

The countryside of Britain is well known for its beauty and many contrasts: its bare mountains andmoorland, its lakes, rivers and woods, and its long, often wild coastline. Many of the most beautiful areasare national parks and are protected from development. When British peoplethink of the countryside,they think of farmland, as well as open spaces. Most farmland is privately owned but is crossed by a network of public footpaths.

Many people associate the countryside with peace and relaxation. They spend their free time

walking or cycling there or go to the country for a picnic or a pub lunch. In summer, people go to fruit farms and pick strawberries and other fruits.

The countryside faces many threats. Some are associated with modern farming practices, and the use of chemicals harmful to plants and wildlife. Land is also needed for new houses. The green belt, an area of land around many cities, is under increasing pressure. Plans to build new roads are strongly opposed by organizations trying to protect the countryside. Protesters set up camps to prevent, or delay, the building work.

[I] America has many areas of wild and beautiful scenery, and there are many areas, especially in the West in states, where few people live. In the New England states, it is common to see small farms surrounded by hills and green areas. [II] In Ohio, Indiana, Illinois and other Midwestern states, fields of corn or wheat reach the horizon and there are many miles between towns.

Only about 20% of Americans live outside cities and towns. [III] Services like hospitals and schools may be further away and going shopping can mean driving long distances. [IV] Some people even have to drive from their homes to the main road where their mail is left in a box. In spite of the disadvantages, many people who live in the country say that they like the safe, clean, attractive environment.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE inmeaning to the...