45. In the fourth paragraph, what does the word “narrow” most nearly mean?
(A) too limited in thinking
(B) too difficult to explain
(C) too emotional to accept
(D) too simple to notice
第二篇：
Michelin has been in business for more than a hundred years. While the company is best known for producing
tires, it surprised many people in 1900 by publishing a travel guide for drivers. The guide offered practical advice
on where to stay, eat, and refuel. What began as a small project to promote travel eventually developed into one of
the most respected restaurant review systems in the world.
Over the years, the Michelin Guide has become a symbol of culinary excellence. It is now published in over
twenty countries and is trusted by chefs and travelers who seek unforgettable dining experiences. A restaurant listed
in the Michelin Guide can quickly gain national or even international fame and attract visitors from home and
abroad.
One thing that makes the Michelin Guide unique is its strong sense of secrecy. Nobody knows who the
inspectors are or when they might appear. This is because Michelin believes that sending an anonymous inspector
to a restaurant is the only way to get an honest review. These inspectors visit restaurants and judge everything from
the taste and creativity of the dishes to the service and the overall atmosphere. Only restaurants that meet the
highest standards earn Michelin stars — one, two, or three — The more, the better. Michelin is extremely selective.
In 2025, only 157 restaurants worldwide hold the rare three-star rating.
Earning a Michelin star brings pride and success, but also great pressure. Some chefs work tirelessly to keep
their stars, fearing they might lose them. One famous French chef even ended his life after his restaurant lost a star.
Many diners also go to extremes, traveling long distances and spending large sums of money just to eat at
Michelin-starred restaurants. For them, dining at such places is more than a meal — it is a remarkable culinary
adventure.