Advertisements showed pictures of the beautiful scenery that could be enjoyed along some of the more famous western routes and emphasized the romantic names of these trains( Empire Builder, etc.). These ads were strategically placed among family-oriented(东方的) TV shows and programs involving nature and America in order to most effectively reach target audiences. Results were impressive. The Empire Builder, which was focused on in one ad, enjoyed a 15 percent increase in profits on its Chicago to Seattle r ou te.
51. What's the author's purpose in writing this passage?
A.To show the inability of trains to compete with planes with respect to speed and convenience.
B. To stress the influence of the automobile on America's standard of convenience.
C. To emphasize the function of travel agencies in market promotion.
D. To illustrate (说明)the important role of persuasive communication in changing consumer attitudes.
52. It can be inferred from the passage that the drop in Amtark ridership was due to the fact that .
A. trains were not suitable for short distance passenger transportation
B.trains were not the fastest and most convenient form of transportation
C. trains were not as fast and convenient as they used to be
D. trains could not compete with planes in terms of luxury and convenience
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