24. The Dragon Boat Festival ________ the beginning of the hottest season of the year.
A
is marking
B
marks
C
will mark
D
marked
25. ––Have you asked Peter for advice?
––No, he ______ someone, so I didn’t disturb him.
31.Social and cultural activities for senior citizens ______ over the past several years.
34.Wait a moment. The director _____ her assistant pick up some sandwiches for the meeting.
一般现在时及其被动式
句意：龙舟节代表着一年中最热季节的开始。此处考查一般现在时表习惯性动作。故选B。
判断语境
抓不住要点
难度适中