求大学英语综合教程第三册习题答案?

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Main Ideas

Part One Paras 1-3 The writer views his life in the country as a self-reliant and satisfying one.

Part Two Paras 4-7 Life in the country is good yet sometimes very hard.

Part Three Paras 8-11 After quitting his job, the writer's income was reduced, but he and his family were able to manage to get by.

Part Four Paras 12-15

■ A tolerance for solitude and a lot of energy have made it possible for the family to enjoy their life in the country.

2. Happy Moments and Events

1) growing nearly all their fruits and vegetables

2) canoeing, picnicking, long bicycle rides, etc.

3) keeping warm inside the house in winter

4) writing freelance articles

5) earning enough money while maintaining a happy family life Hardships

1) working hard both in winter and in summer

2) harsh environment and weather condition

3) anxious moments after the writer quit his job

4) cutting back on daily expenses

5) solitude