【摘要】It’s an annual argument. Do we or do we not go on holiday? My partner says no because the boiler could go, or the roof fall off, and we have no savings to save us. I say you only live once and we work hard and what’s the point if you can’t go on holiday. The joy of a recession means no argument next year—we just won’t go.
Since money is known to be one of the things most likely to bring a relationship to its knees, we should be grateful. For many families the recession means more than not booking a holiday. A Gov poll of 2,000 people found 22% said they were arguing more with their partners because of concerns about money. What’s less clear is whether divorce and separation rates rise in a recession—financial pressures mean couples argue more but make splitting up less affordable. A recent research shows arguments about money were especially damaging to couples. Disputes were characterised by intenseverbal (言语上的) aggression, tended to be repeated and not resolved, and made men, more than women, extremely angry. (cet4,2011.12)
What does the author mean by saying “money is known … to bring a relationship to its knees” (Line 1, Para. 2)?
A. Money is considered to be the root of all evils.
B. Few people can resist the temptation of money.
C. Disputes over money may ruin a relationship.
D. Some people sacrifice their dignity for money.
【答案】C
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