1. (2023高一下·文安开学考) 听下面一段独白，回答问题。

1. （1） What is the speaker trying to do?

   A . Tell the different uses of umbrellas. B . Introduce new kinds of umbrellas. C . Call for votes for the umbrella.
3. （2） What does the speaker say about the umbrella?

   A . It is hard to make. B . It makes streets colorful. C . It is a modern invention.
5. （3） How many reasons does the speaker give?

   A . 3. B . 4. C . 5.
7. （4） How can the listeners express their opinions?

   A . By writing letters. B . By making phone calls. C . By sending text messages.