Would You Marry the Same Person Again?

      It’s said that human beings have restless(不安分的) hearts,but this month’ s global survey(调查) suggests otherwise. On average, 68 percent of the respondents(调查对象)in15 countries would again say “Ido” to their husbands or wives. In the United States, Brazil, and Great Britain, respondents over 45 are more likely than younger people to feel satisfied with their choices. But in Canada, France, India Malaysia, the Philippines, and Spain, it’s the 45-and-unders who feel more happily matched.

      Misgivings

      In the Philippines,where couples marry younger than in most nations, only 20% of those over age 45 say they' d stay with the same husband or wife.

      Mismatched

      Malaysia is highest

      with men (48%) who would give up their marriage if given the chance. In Italy, However, 42% of wives would say goodbye to their husbands.

      So Happy Together

      China 83%

      Philippines 76%

      Germany 73%

      Netherlands 73%

      Australia 72%

      Spain 72%

      Russia 71%

      U. K 66%

      Brazil 65%

      Canada 63%

      Italy 63%

      U.S. 63%

      France 62%

      India 62%

      Malaysia 59%

      47. How many people on average would marry the same person again?

      A.42%. B.48%. C.68%. D.20%.

      48.In which country are respondents over 45 more likely to feel happily matched than younger people?

      A. The U. S B. France. C. India. D. Canada.

      49.In which country do people get married younger than in most other countries?

      A. The Philippines. B. Germany. C. Italy. D. China

      50.Which country has the lowest percentage of happy couples?

      A. Australia. B. Malaysia. C. Spain. D. The Neth.