Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question. Japan is known as the Land of the Rising Sun, and the red spot on the nation’s flag symbolizes the sun. It is an island nation made up of a large archipelago, and each of the numerous islands has its own flavor. Depending on the season, there is always something to be offered for visitors. If you want to big city life, definitely head to Tokyo. If you want unspoiled beauty and four full seasons, head northward to Hokkaido. However, if you want the place where you can find summer year-round, then Okinawa is going to be your destination of choice. Okinawa, the southernmost island prefecture of Japan, boasts more than just sandy beaches and incredible seafood. It also has a culture and history that is quite different from the rest of Japan. It is a place where the islanders live some of the longest lives on the earth, and it is also where great battles were fought during World War II. However, today it is a travel destination in Japan that is by far one of the best and most worth visiting. While Okinawa is the main island in this prefecture, there are others that you can travel to. Miyako Island and Kume Island are two great spots to find quiet, beautiful beaches. On all of the islands, you can also try Okinawa specialty foods such as sweet potato dishes and soba, a special type of noodle soup. Many of the dishes are low in fat and low in salt, and their health effects are well-known. After all, more people in Okinawa live to over 100 years old than anywhere else on the earth. 38. Where might a person go for four full seasons? A. Kume Island B. Hokkaido C. Miyako Island D. Okinawa 39. Why do people in Okinawa live long lives? A. Because of their long history B. Because of the battles that were fought there C. Because of their diet D. Because of having four full seasons 40. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage? A. Tokyo offers the big city life. B. Hokkaido is located in the north with four full seasons. C. Okinawa dishes are low in fat and salt. D. Sweet potatoes and soba are speciality foods of Hokkaido. 41. What can we infer about Okinawa? A. People there live longer than those in every other place on the earth. B. There are many historical sites that can be visited all year round. C. It is better known for its natural beauty than Hokkaido. D. It has a greater population than Tokyo. 42. What does the word “prefecture” in paragraph 2 mean? A.an island B. landscapes C. a local government area D. a concentration of local residents