Formanypeople，historyclassesareseenasnomorethanrequirementsforgettingdegreesinchemistry，biology，business，marketing，etc．（16）Belowareafewreasonswhyit'scrucialthattoday'speoplecontinuetolearnaboutthepast

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For many people，history classes are seen as no more than requirements for getting degrees in chemistry，biology，business，marketing，etc．（16）___Below are a few reasons why it's crucial that today's people continue to learn about the past．
Understanding where people come from plays a key role in understanding．
Who they are（17）___For this reason，it's extremely important to learn history in order to understand why people are the way that they are．
    Through history classes，you can experience a shift in the way you think．（18）___It's important to developing minds to be able to consider problems from different angles．Finally，this shift can improve your ability to analyze and understand situations，to make educated decisions and to learn how to weigh the consequences related to each choice before you．
（19）___The idea that history repeats itself is rooted in truth．From wars to fashion to political trends，historians are often able to make predictions about the future based upon the past．By having a deep understanding of what happened in the past，today's people can better prepare for brighter futures by making the right decisions-instead of repeating old mistakes．
    Many people may not believe that a degree in history can lead to a well-paying job．In fact，students who graduate with degrees in history can become lawyers，business owners，think tank （智囊团） members，educators，leaders in historical organizations，writers and so on．（20）___

A．Whichever you take，it can provide a comfortable life．
B．Learning about history can change how you think．
C．That means you look at things from a new point of view．
D．Learning from the past prevents future mistakes．
E．The key to enjoying the study of history is to find classes that interest you．
F．But the truth is that studying history is a wonderful way to prepare for a successful future．
G．History has shaped cultures，attitudes and social structures； it has shaped the world and its citizens．

Answer 1

FGCDA
16．F 细节题．根据前句的内容For many people，history classes are seen as no more than requirements for getting degrees in chemistry，biology，business，marketing对于很多人来说，历史课被当做仅仅是要求在化学、生物等学科上获得要求，但事实情况并非如此，故选F．
17．G 推理题．从For this reason，it's extremely important to learn history in order to understand why people are the way that they are．学习历史很重要，让我们明白为什么人们会成为现在的人，故历史塑造文化、态度等．
18．C 细节题．根据前句Through history classes，you can experience a shift in the way you think通过历史，可以改变你思考的方式，故选C．
19．D 概括题．根据该段的内容可知，从历史学习到很多经验，可以让你避免重复犯的错误，故选D．
20．A 细节题．通过最后一段的第一句话Many people may not believe that a degree in history can lead to a well-paying job很多人不相信历史可以带来很多高收入工作，如：律师、教育家等，不管哪一个都给你提供舒适的生活，故选A．