I . Phonetics(5 points)Directions:In each of the following groups of words, there are four underlined letters or lettercombinations marked A, B, C and D. Compare the underlined parts and identify theone that is different from the others in pronunciation. Mark your answer by blackeningthe corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet.1.
A、past
B、fast
C、grandson
D、reason
Which of the following statements about eighth graders is true?
A、They fit into society well.
B、They show conflicting characters.
C、They push each other away.
D、They become increasingly reasonable
Why did Natterson-Horowitz and Bowers write the book?