But younger people preferred to read positive articles about other young people.

　　According to Knobloch璚esterwick, lolder people's preference for negative news about their younger counterparts can be explained by their place in society.

　　揈verybody likes a self璭steem boost. For young people,

　　ythough, it's almost automatic. Youth is considered important in society，” she said.the participants completed a questionnaire designed to measure levels of self­esteem. Unlike their younger counterparts, the self­esteem of older people rose after they read a negative article about younger people.

　　Although the study was done in Germany, Knobloch­Westerwick believes nationality and the national characteristics are not important.

　　20．What do older people think of themselves, according to the text?

　　A．They are behind the times.

　　B．They are always forgetful.

　　C．Their self­esteem is challenged in a youth centered culture.

　　D．They should have a higher status than the young in society.

　　21．What can be learned from the study?

　　A．The old enjoy reading negative stories about the young.

　　B．The old are interested in negative articles about other old people.

　　C．The old are likely to read positive articles about other old people.

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