[单选题]Questions 51 to 55 are based on the following passage.
AThe question of whether our government should promote science technology or the liberal arts in higher education isn't an either or proposition (命题）, although the current emphasis on preparing young Americans for STEM (science, technology, engineering, maths)-related fields can make it seem that way. The latest congressional report acknowledges the critical importance of technical training, but also asserts that the study of the humanities (人文学科) social sciences must remain central components of America's educational system at all levels. Both areas arc critical to producing citizens who can participate effectively in our democratic society. become innovative (创新的）leaders, benefit from the spiritual enrichment that the reflection on the great ideas of mankind over time provides. Parents students who have invested heavily in higher education worry about graduates' job prospects as technological advances changes in domestic global markets transform professions in ways that reduce wages cut jobs. Under these circumstances, it's natural to look for what may appear to be the most “practical” way out of the problem: "Major in a subject designed to get you a job” seems the obvious answer to some, though this ignores the fact that many disciplines in the humanities characterized as “soft” often, in fact, lead to employment success in the long run. Indeed, according to surveys, employers have expressed a preference for students who have received a broadly-based education that has taught them to write well, think critically, research creatively, communicate easily. Moreover, students should be prepared not just for their first jo
Bbut for their 4th 5th jobs, as there’s little reason to doubt that people entering the workforce today will be called upon to play many different roles over the course of their careers. The ones who will do the best in this new environment will be those whose educations have prepared them to be flexible. The ability to draw upon every available tool insight—-picked up from science, arts, technology to solve the problems of the future, take advantage of the opportunities that present themselves, will be helpful to them the United States. 51. What does the latest congressional report suggest? A. STEM-related subjects help students find jobs in the information society. B. The humanities STEM subjects should be given equal importance.
CThe liberal arts in higher education help enrich students' spiritual life.
DHigher education should be adjusted to the practical needs of society.
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