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湖南长沙市2016高考英语（二轮）阅读理解训练（78）及答案 【2016高考训练题】阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、D）中，选出最佳选项。 The Most Peaceful Countries in the World Denmark Denmark tops the list of the most peaceful countries oil Earth since it’s really a safe place to live. Even while Copenhagen was under occupation（占领）by the Nazis during the World War Ⅱ, it still did not fight. The point is that people living in Denmark prefer to focus on economic matters, instead of involving themselves in various armed conflicts. Norway Many people do not expect Norway to appear in the list of the most peaceful countries in the world. Perhaps, this is because of Anders Behring Breivik, mass（谋杀多人的）murderer, who hit the pride of the country hard. But Norway is one of the world’s most peaceful countries and friendly and safe place to live, with the highest level of human development. Sweden Although Sweden is one of the biggest weapon exporters in Europe, the country has a low level of robberies. According to the Global Peace Index, Sweden is one of the most peaceful countries in the world, in spite of the fact that it’s among the world’s top arms exporters. Besides, Sweden has not been to war and has not participated in any combats （争斗）for the whole two centuries. Iceland Iceland was also ranked as one of the most peaceful countries in the world, staying out of the main conflicts in the world. Iceland seldom or never hits the headlines and despite the collapse（倒闭）of the Icelandic banks several years ago, the country remains as all amazing place of spectacular natural beauty. Tourists from all parts of the world come to Iceland to view its huge glaciers and raging volcanoes, as well as numerous unique natural and cultural attractions. 1. Why is Denmark one of the most peaceful countries? A. Danish people focus on economic matters. B. Denmark has the highest level of human development. C. Denmark has a low level of robberies. D. Denmark has unique cultural attractions. 2, Which country hasn’t taken pa