What is a MetroCard?

   A MetroCard is a thin plastic card that is used to pay bus and subway fares in New York City ( NYC) . There are two types of MetroCards for sale in subway stations 一 Pay-Per-Ride MetroCards and Unlimited Ride MetroCards. MetroCards are not for sale on buses. You can buy MetroCards in subway stations with cash,credit cards or ATM cards. Be aware that bus@? only accept MetroCards or the exact fare in coins. It is especially convenient for visitors who are not familiar with the city. 

Pay-Per-Ride MetroCards 

   Up to four people can ride together with a single Pay-Per-Ride MetroCard. If several people are riding together with the same MetroCard,the first person can swipe (刷 ) the card through the necessary number of times and the other riders can walk following him.

Unlimited Ride MetroCards

    Unlimited Ride MetroCards are good for one person to ride the subways and buses as much as he/she likes. Unlimited Ride MetroCards cannot be used more than once every 18 minutes. This is designed to prevent fraudulent (欺作的) use of the card by several people.

46. What is a MetroCard made of?

   A. Iron. B. Plastic.

   C. Thick paper. D. Wood.

47. Where can people buy MetroCards in NYC?

   A. In stores. B. In restaurants.

   C. On buses. D. In subway stations.

48. One Pay-Per-Ride MetroCard allows at most other people to ride with you at the same time.

   A. five   B. three

   C. four   D. one

49. Why can't Unlimited Ride MetroCards be used more than once every 18 minutes?

   A. To prevent several people from using one card.

   B. To prevent one person from taking a bus too often.

   C. To prevent one person from always using one card.

   D. To prevent one person from using different cards at the same time.

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