专题20 新闻报道、广告类阅读理解
(2010﹒福建﹒阅读理解D)
Columbus College , 241 Queen Elizabeth Drive ,Kowloon City
Memo
To: All Staff
From: Jakie Mok , Secretary; Sports Development Committee
Date: May 20, 2010
A week ago, “Sports for Life” programme was sent to the parents, requiring them to select a
sport they wanted their child to play. Since then, our staff have received lots of calls from parents
asking for more information about it . Here is a memo (备忘录) for your reference when you
answer the phones.
Sports 1:Basketball.
We expect that this will be the most popular of the four sports. Therefore, students should be
advised to sign up as soon as possible . Students will take a private bus to and from Kwun Tong
Sports Park .To cover the cost of hiring a bus , each student will have to pay ＄10 each time.
There will be four basketball courts available for our use with one teacher watching over each
game.
Sports 2:Gym
We will be using St. Peter’s Memorial Park. There are two reasons for choosing this park. Frist,
it is not very busy and crowded before 6:00 pm. Second, it has lot of trees with plenty of shade.
Students must bring along two bottles of water to prevent thirst. Three activities, skipping ,
jogging , outdoor aerobics (有氧运动),all of which are free of charge, will be arranged. And there
will be a teacher on duty for each of the activities.
Sports 3: Hiking
Hiking(远足)will take place at Kowloon Peak. The activity will start at 2:30 pm and finish 90
minutes later. Three teachers will accompany the students, and a hiking instructor will accompany
each group of 15 hikers . Each instructor will cost ＄75/hr. Students are advised to bring
plenty of water and sunscreen.
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Sports 4:Swimming
The Kowloon City Aquatic Centre is a 10-minute walk from our school. Four teachers will go to
the pool and conduct the goings-on from the poolside. We will only be able to reserve the pool for
one hour (i.e. 2:45pm to 3:45pm).Only students skilful at swimming can take up this activity. The
pool will have two lifeguards present. Girls must wear a swimming suit. The cost is ＄10 per visit.
68.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A. Students selecting basketball had better register early.
B. Students participating in gym should arrive at 6:00 pm.
C. Hiking usually begins at 2:30 pm and lasts 2 hours.
D. Students having swimming suits can take up swimming.
69.It can be inferred from the passage that
A. students taking part in basket ball will walk to the courts.
B. every student can gain admission to one of the four sports
C. hiking students can have a regular rest in the shade of trees
D. students taking up the four sports should bring bottles of water
70. It can be concluded that
A. each sport will take only on hour sports
B. students will be charged for the four sports
C. all the sports will take place at Kowloon Peak
D. teachers will accompany students on each sport
71.The purpose of the memo is to
A. attract students’ interest in the programme
B. require the parents to select a sport for their child
C. help the staff explain the programme to the parents
D. remind teachers and lifeguards to be present on time
(2010﹒江苏﹒阅读理解C)
BORDER
CROSSINGS
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While there are no restrictions on zhe amount of money that you can bring
across the border.you must report to both the US and Canadian border
services amounts equal to or greater than $10.000.
PERSONAL EXEMPTIONS（免税）ON PURCHASES
AMERICANS RETURNING TO THE US
Less than 48 hours: $ 200 US
48 hours or more: $ 800 US duty-free personal exemption.
next $ 1.000 US at 3%
Including up to 100 cigars and 100 cigarettes.
CANADIANS RETURNING TO CANADA
Less than 24 hours: $ 50 CAN
48 hours or more: $ 400 CAN
Including up to 100 cigars and 200 cigarettes.
7 days or more: $ 750 CAN
Including up to 100 cigars and 200 cigarettes.
DOCUMENTATION NEEDED FOR
BORDER CROSSING
LAND OR SEA TO THE US(INCLUDING FERRIES)
A valid passport or passport card, or a NEXUS card.
(A NEXUS card is a Trusted Traveler Program that provides quick travel for
pre-approved,low risk travelers through special lanes.)
A recent Washington State, New York or BC driver’s license.
Note: Children 15 years of age and younger require only a birth certificate
or copy.(Certified copies are not required but are advised.)
AIR TRAVEL TO THE US
A valid passport, an Air NEXUS card, or a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant
Marine Document.
64.If a Canadian who is on a 7-day trip to New York buys $ 800 CAN worth of goods,how much
should he pay tax on when returning home?
A. $ 800 CAN B. $750 CAN C.$ 400 CAN D. $ 50 CAN
65.For an American citizen on a 2-day tour of Canada,how much tax does he have to pay on $
1.600 US worth of purchases when returning to the US?
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A. $ 24 US B. $ 48 US C. $52 US D. $ 200 US
66.What documentation should a couple with a 7-year-old child carry
when they drive a car from Canada to America?A. A BC driver’s license,
an Air NEXUS card, and a birth certificate.
B. An Air NEXUS card, a U.S. Coast Guard
Merchant Marine Document, and a birth certificate.
C.Two vaild passport crads and a certified copy of a birth certificate.
D. A NEXUS card, a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Marine Document.,and a certified copy of a birth
certificate.
(2010﹒全国Ⅰ﹒阅读理解A)
Shakespeare's Birthplace and Exhibition of Shakespeare's World
Welcome to the world-famous house where William Shakespeare was born in 1564 and where he
grew up. The property(房产)remained in the ownership of
Shakespeare’s family until 1806.The House has welcomed visitors traveling from all over the
word ,for over 250 years.
◆
Enter though the Visitors’ Centre and see the highly-praised exhibition Shakespeare’s
World, a lively and full introduction to the life and work of Shakespeare.
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Stand in the rooms-where Shakespeare grew up.
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Discover examples of furniture and needlework from Shakespeare’s period.
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Enjoy the traditional(传统的)English garden, planted with trees and flowers mentioned
in the poet’s works.
The Birthplace is within easy walking distance of all the car parks
shown on the map; nearest is Windsor Street(3 minutes’ walk).
The House may present difficulties but the Visitors’ Centre, its
exhibition, and the garden are accessible( 可进入的)to wheelchair
user.
The Shakespeare Coffee House (opposite the Birthplace).
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OPENING TIMES:
20 Mar to 19 Oct
Mon to Sat: 9:00am to
5:00pm
Sun:9:30am to 5:00pm
20 Oct to 19Mar
Mon to Sat:9:30am to
4:00pm
Sun:10:00am to 4:00pm
ADMISSION:
Adult ￡4.90
Child ￡2.20
Family ￡12.0
(2 adults +up to 3
children)
56. How much is the admission for a family of two grown-ups and two children?
A. ＄9.80 B.＄12.00 C.＄14.20 D.＄16.40
57. Where is the nearest parking place to Shakespeare’s Birthplace?
A. Behind the exhibition hall.
B. Opposite the Visitors’ Centre.
C. At Windsor street.
D. Near the Coffee House.
58. A wheelchair user may need help to enter .
A . the House B the garden C the Visitor’s Centre D. the exhibition hall
(2010﹒湖南﹒阅读理解A)
L1PITOR
ABOUT LIPITOR
Lipitor is a prescription medicine．Along with diet and exercise，it lowers
“bad，’
cholesterol(胆固醇)in your blood．It can also raise “good'’ cholesterol.
Lipitor can lower the risk of heart attack in patients with several common risk
factors，
including family history of early heart disease，high blood pressure，age and
smoking.
WHO IS LIPITOR FOR?
Who can take LIPITOR：
．People who cannot lower their cholesterol enough with diet and exercise
· Adults and children over l0
Who should NOT take LIPITOR：
．Women who are pregnant，may be pregnant，or may become pregnant.
Lipitor may harm
your unborn baby.
．women who are breast-feeding．Lipitor can pass into your breast milk and
may harm
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your baby.
· People with liver(肝脏)problems
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF LIPITOR
Serious side effects in a small number of people：
．Muscle(肌肉)problems that can lead to kidney(肾脏)problems，including
kidney failure
．Liver problems．Your doctor may do blood tests to check your liver before
you start
Lipitor and while you are taking it．
Call your doctor right away if you have：
．Unexplained muscle pain or weakness，especially if you have a fever or feel
very fired
．Swelling of the face，lips，tongue，and／or throat that may cause difficulty
in breathing or
swallowing
· Stomach pain
Some common side effects of LIPITOR are：
· Muscle pain
· Upset stomach
· Changes in some blood tests
HOW TO TAKE LIPITOR
DO：
．Take Lipitor as prescribed by your doctor.
．Try to eat heart-healthy foods while you take Lipitor.
．Take Lipitor at any time of day, with or without food.
．If you miss a dose(一剂)，take it as soon as you remember.But if it has been
more than
12 hours since your missed dose，wait．Take the next dose at your regular
time.
Don’t：
．Do not change or stop your dose before talking to your doctor.
．Do not start new medicines before talking to your doctor.
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56. What is a major function of Lipitor?
A. To help quit smoking.
B. To control blood pressure.
C. To improve unhealthy diet.
D. To lower "bad" cholesterol.
57. Taking Lipitor is helpful for
.
A. breast-feeding women
B. women who are pregnant
C. adults having heart disease
D. teenagers with liver problems．
58. If it has been over 12 hours since you missed a dose, you should
A. change the amount of your next dose
B. eat more when taking your next dose
C. have a dose as soon as you remember
D. take the next dose at your regular time
59. Which of the following is a common side effect of taking Lipitor?
A. Face swelling.
B. Upset stomach.
C. Kidney failure.
D. Muscle weakness.
60. What is the main purpose of the passage?
A. To teach patients ways for quick recovery.
B. To present a report on a scientific research.
C. To show the importance of a good lifestyle.
D. To give information about a kind of medicine.
(2010﹒江西﹒阅读理解B)
CWU
The communication union
Head of Research
Salary:￡55.271
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We are looking for a Head of Research to manage the CWU Research Department and
Information Centre. You would be required to exercise control of all research
work of the department and manage a team of three researchers and four support
staff.
The person appointed would be expected to carry out research work of a
strategic nature across the range of businesses in which the CWU has or seeks
membership and to contribute to the strategic thinking and direction of the
union as a whole.
You will need: proven line management skills, especially in managing and
motivating a team; good research skills, holding a good degree in a related
subject or other similar experience; a high level of mathematical and
calculating skills; the ability to produce high quality work under pressure; a
commitment to and knowledge of the trade union movement and social democratic
politics; and knowledge and/ or experience of the postal and/ or
telecommunications industry.
To apply, please request an application pack by emailing hr@cwu.org or by
telephoning HR( Human Resources ) on 020 8971 7482. When applying please state
your source.
Closing Date for Applications: 4th August 2010
Anticipated interview date: 17th August 2010
No agencies please
60. In which column of a newspaper could we find this advertisement?
A. Arts. B. Sales. C. Jobs. D. News.
61. One of the duties of the person to be appointed is .
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A. taking charge of research work.
B. seeking membership for the trade union.
C. managing a team of three or four members.
D. running a telecommunications company.
62. If you want to apply for this position, you can do all EXCEPT .
A. ask an agency for an application form.
B. dial 020 8971 7482 for more information.
C. email hr@cwu.org for an application pack.
D. send in your application before 4th August 2010
63. Which of the following applicants is most likely to be employed?
A. A school teacher with a master’s degree.
B. A university graduate majoring in computer science.
C. A director from a research centre with a master’s degree.
D. A clerk from a telecommunications company.
(2010﹒全国Ⅱ﹒阅读理解D)
Coolest Hotels in the World
Ariau Amazon Towers
The Ariau Amazon Towers hotel lets you sleep in a tree house. Eight towers make up
this hotel that offers over 300 rooms. If you really want to get into the spirit, book the
Tarzan suit which is large enough for a big family. You’ll be thirty feet up in the air and
can travel between the towers through their wooden walkways.
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Prices, starting at $300 one night for each person for a regular room and going all
the way up to$3000 for the Tarzan Suite.
For more information, visit the website:http://www.ariautowers.com
The Ice Hotel
Every winter in Jukkasjarvi, Sweden kind of hotel called the Ice Hotel is built. Each
year,world-famous artists are invited to design and produce works of art from the ice,
many of which can be found in the rooms. You’ll have your choice between hot or cold
romms,but you will be well advised to stay at least one night in a cold room for a true
experience.
Prices: starting at $318 one night for each person for either a cold room or a warm
one.
For more information, visit the website:http://www.icehotel.com
Propeller Island
Propeller Island City Lodge is a very special hotel that was designed by a German
tist. Each room provides you with the promibility of living in a work of art. Every single
piece of furmiture in the thirty rooms of the hotel has been hand-made and each room
is completely different. You’ll be able to choose a room based on your own personal
tastes.
Prices:starting at just $91 a night,and an additional person for only 20 extra dollars.
For more information , visit the website:http://www.propeller island.com
For information about other cool hotels in the world ,visit the website:
http://www.bahamabeachclub.com
54.What is special about the Ariau Amazon Towers hotel?
A．You can sleep in the houses B．You can choose any of the towers
C．It is designed for big families D．Every room has a walkway
55.For two persons spending a night in one of these hotels,they have to pay at least
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A．$111 B．$182 C．$600 D．$636
56.Which website should you visit if you want to find out whether there exists a hotel
the sea?
A．http://www.icehotel.com B．http://www.ariautowers.com
C．http://www .propeller-island.com D．http://www.bahamabeachclub.com
57.Which hotel would invite artists to come to work every year?
A．Propeller Island City Lodge B．Ariau Amazon Towers
C．The Ice Hotel D．Bahama Beach Club
(2010﹒四川﹒阅读理解C)
Alex London Research Laboratory (ALRL) is part of Alex Co., Ltd., a major Australian medicine-
making company. Opened in 1992, ALRL specialises in the development of new medicines for the
treatment of heart diseases．
A position is now open for a Research Operations Manager(ROM) to support our growing
research team at the new laboratories in Hatfield，due to open in the autumn of 2010．
Reporting to the Director，you will help set up and run the technical and scientific support
services of our new laboratories now under construction．You will be expected to provide expert
knowledge about and be in charge of all areas of ALRL’S Health and Safety，and to communicate
(沟通)with support employees at ALRL’S laboratories based at University College London．
Working closely with scientists and other operations and technical employees，you will manage a
small number of research support employees providing services to help with the research
activities to be carried out at the new laboratories．
Candidates(申请人) will have experience of both management and research support／
technical services．Knowledge of research operations and excellent communication skills are
necessary. Education to degree level is also desirable．
If you are interested in this position，please send your CV(简历)to Alex London Research
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Laboratory，University College London，Hatfield，London，W1E 6B7 or by email to
ALRL@alex.co.uk．
For more Information．please visit www.alex.co.uk．
49．What can be learnt about the new laboratories from the text?
A．They have not yet been set up．
B．They are in Hatfield，Australia．
C．They belong to University College London．
D．They are new workplaces for Australian researchers only．
50．What are the duties of a ROM，according to the text?
A．a，b，c． B．a，b，d．
C．b，c，d． D．a，c，d．
51．What does the fourth paragraph mainly talk about?
A．The technical skills of a would—be ROM．
B．The practical experience of a would—be ROM．
C．The personal information of a would—be ROM．
D．The necessary requirements for a would—be ROM．
52．What is the purpose of the text?
A．To describe the job of a ROM．
B．To provide information about ALRL．
C．To announce an open position at ALRL．
D．To make known the opening of the new laboratories．
(2010﹒天津﹒阅读理解A)
WELCOM
Welcome to Windsor Castle, the
oldest and largest occupied castle in
Shopping
Shops offer a wide range of souvenirs
designed for the Royal Collection,
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a. To carry out research activities
b. To be in charge of ALRL’s Health and Safety
c.
To help run the technical and scientific support services
d. To manage a small number of research support employees 高考资
the world. Windsor is one of the
official residences（住所）of the
Queen, who sometimes stays here.
Audio tours
Free audio tours are available on
leaving the Admission Centre at the
start of your visit. There is a
descriptive audio tour for blind and
poor-sighted visitors.
Guided tours
Visitors can explore the history of the
Castle through a tour of the Precincts
with an expert guide. Tours depart at
regular intervals throughout the day
from the Courtyard and finish at the
entrance to the State Apartments.
Visitors with children
For those visiting with children, a
special family tour and various
activities are offered during school
holidays and at weekends. Please
note that, for safely reasons,
pushchairs are not permitted in the
State Apartments. However, baby
carriers are available to borrow.
St George’s Chapel
Visitors arriving at the Castle after
15:00 from March to October are
advised to visit St George’s Chapel
first before it closes.
including books, postcards, china,
jewellery, and children’s toys. Please
ask at the Middle Ward shop about
our home delivery service.
Refreshments
Bottled water can be purchased from
the Courtyard and Middle Ward shops.
Form April to September ice cream is
also available. Visitors wishing to leave
the Castle for refreshments in the
town may obtain re-entry permits
from the castle shops. Eating and
drinking are not permitted in the State
Apartments or St George’s Chapel.
Photography and mobile phones
Non-commercial photography and
filming are welcomed in the Castle.
Photography, video recording and
filming are not permitted inside the
State Apartments or St George’s
Chapel in consideration of other
visitors.
Security
As Windsor Castle is a working royal
palace, visitors and their belongings
should get through airport-style
security checks. For safety and security
reasons a one-way system operates
along the visitor route.
36. A visitor can apply for a free audio tour _________.
A. in the Courtyard B. in the State Apartments
C. at the Admission Center D. at St George’s Chapel
37. What is specially offered to visitors with kids?
A. A security guard. B. A pushchair. C. A free toy. D. A baby carrier.
38. Who can get re-entry permits?
A. Visitors wishing to eat outside the Castle.
B. Visitors buying gifts in the castle shops.
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C. Visitors buying water from the Courtyard.
D. Visitors eating outside St George’s Chapel.
39. Why are visitors required to turn off their mobile phones?
A. To ensure the safety of others.
B. To ensure the security of the Castle.
C. To prevent them from disturbing others.
D. To prevent the use of the built-in cameras.
40. In the last part, a “working royal palace” refers to one ___.
A. still being constructed
B. still used by the royal family
C. where the Queen usually works
D. where works of art are on show
(2010﹒重庆﹒阅读理解D)
Sitting on the peaceful coast of Galapagos Islands. Ecuador, watching the sun move
quietly into the sea, you shouldn’t forget that Charles Darwin (1809-1882) arrived here in
1835. He stayed on the islands for five weeks, observing various animals. This finally
inspired (启发) his famous work, On the Origin of Species. You can certainly follow
Darwin’s footsteps and enjoy a trip from four to seven days to the islands.
The islands are certainly a paradise (天堂) for wildlife, as there are no natural killers
on the islands and the number of boats and visitors is under government control. Though
you cannot walk freely as Darwin did about 200 years ago, each day is as impressive as
it could be.
The most well-known animals of the Galapagos is the giant tortoise(巨型海龟), which
can be seen moving slowly around the highlands of Sanra Cruz, the second largest island
in the archipelago(群岛). Some of these creatures are so old that they might have been
seen in their youth by Darwin himself.
Despite strict control over activities and timing, your stay on the Galapagos will be
remembered as a chain of incomparable pictures: diving with sea lions that swim and
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play within inches of you; feeling small sharks touch your feet as you swim; and, most
magically, seeing a whale and her baby surface with a great breath of air.
Travelling between the islands and observing the wildlife that so inspired Darwin, you
will feel as though you are getting a special view of an untouched world. At night you
will sleep on board the ship, leaving the wildlife in complete occupation of the islands,
which are as undisturbed now as they have been since the beginning of time.
68. What do we know about Darwin’s visit to the islands?
A. He studied different creatures on the islands
B. He completed his famous book on the islands
C. He was touched by the geography of the islands
D. He was attracted by well-known animals of the islands
69. Which of the following plays a role in making the islands “a paradise for wildlife”?
A. Animals on the islands feed on grass.
B. Local government forbids killing wildlife.
C. People cannot visit the islands as they wish.
D. Tourists are not allowed to touch the animals.
70. Your stay on the islands will be most impressive mainly because of .
A. The beautiful sea views B. Darwin’s inspiring trip
C. a closer view of animals D. various daring activities
71. Which of the following would be the best title for the passage?
A. A Unique Attraction for wildlife Lovers
B. Calapagos as a Paradise for Adventures
C. Charles Darwin as a symbol of Galapagos
D. A successful Example of wildlife protection
(2011﹒全国新课标﹒阅读理解D)
Wanted, Someone for a Kiss
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We’re looking for producers to join us in the second of London 100FM. You’ll work on the
station’s music programmes. Music production experience in radio is necessary, along with rich
knowledge of modern dance music. Please apply(申请) in writing to Producer Vacancies, Kiss100.
Father Christmas
We’re looking for a very special person preferably over 40, to fill our Father Christmas suit.
Working days: Every Saturday from November 24 to December 15 and every day from
December17 to December24 except Sunday, 10:30—16:00
Excellent pay.
Please contact(联系)the Enterprise Shopping Center, Station Parade, Eastbourne.
Accountants Assistant
When you join the them in our Revenue Administration Unit, you will be providing assistance
within all parts of the Revenue Division, dealing with post and other general duties. If you are
educated to GCSE grade C level we would like to talk to you. This position is equally suitable for a
school leaver of for somebody who has office experience.
Wealden District Council
Software Trainer
If you are aged 24-45 and have experience in teaching and training, you could be the person
we are looking for. You should be good at the computer and have some experience in programme
writing. You will be allowed to make our decision, and to design courses as well as present them.
Pay upwards of ￡15,000 for the right person. Please apply by sending your CV (简历) to Mrs R.
Oglivie, Palmlace Limited.
67. Who should you get in touch with if you hope to work in a radio station?
A. Producer Vacancies, Kiss 100. B. Mrs R. Oglivie, Palmlace Limited.
C. The Enterprise Shopping Centre D. Wealden District Council.
68. We learn from the ads that the Enterprise Shopping Centre needs a person who
__________________.
A. is aged between 24 and 40 B. may do some training work
C. should deal with general duties D. can work for about a month
69. which position is open to recent school graduates?
A. Producer,London Kiss.
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B.Father Christmas.
C. Accountants Assistant
D.Software Trainer
70.What kind of person would probably apply to Palmace Limited?
A.One with GCSE grade C level.
B. One with some office experience.
C. One having good computer knowledge
D. One trained in producing music programmes.
(2011﹒天津﹒阅读理解A)
A
Homestay provides English language students with the opportunity to speak English
outside the classroom and the experience of being part of a British home.
What to Expect
The host will provide accommodation and meals. Rooms will be cleaned and
bedcovers changed at least once a week. You will be given the house key and the host
is there to offer help and advice as well as to take an interest in your physical and
mental health.
Accommodation Zones
Homestays are located in London mainly in Zones2,3 and of the transport system.
Most hosts do not live in the town centre as much of central London is commercial and
not residential(居住的). Zones3 and 4often offer larger accommodation in a less crowned
area. It is very convenient to travel in London by Underground.
Meal Plans Available
♢ Continental Breakfast
♢ Breakfast and Dinner
♢ Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Dinner
It’s important to note that few English families still provide a traditional cooked
breakfast. Your accommodation includes Continental Breakfast which normally consists of
fruit juice, cereal（谷物类食品），bread and tea or coffee. Cheese, fruit and cold meat
are not normally
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part of a Continental Breakfast in England. Dinners usually consist of meat or fish
with vegetables followed by desert, fruit and coffee.
Friends
If you wish to invite a friend over to visit.you must first ask your host’s permission.You have
no right to entertain friends in a family home as some families feel it is an invasion of their privacy.
Self-Catering Accommodation in Private Homes
Accommodation on a room-only basis includes shared kitchen and bathroom facilities and
often a main living room.This kind of accommodation offers an independent lifestule and is more
suitable for the long-stay student.However,it does not provide the same family atmosphere as an
ordinary homestay and may not benefit those who need to practise English at home quite as
much.
36.The passage is probably written for
A.host willing to receive foreign students
B.loreigners hoping to build British culture
C.travellers planning to vist famlies in London
D.English learners applying to like in English homes
37.Which of the following will the host provide?
A. Room cleaning.
B. Medical care.
C. Free transport.
D. Physical trainning.
38.What can be inferred from Paragraph3?
A.Zone 4 is more crowded than Zone 2.
B.The business centre of London is in Zone.
C.Hosts dislike travelling to the city centre.
39.According to the passage. What does continental Breakfast include?
A.Dessert and coffee
B.Fruit and vegetables.
C.bread and fruit juice
D.Centre and cold meat.
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40.Why do some people choose self-catering accommodation?
A.To experience a warmer famliy atmosphere.
B.To enrich their knowledge of English\
C.To entertain friends as they like.
D.To enjoy much more freedom.
(2011﹒重庆﹒阅读理解B)
Mapping Your World
Different forms of maps are appearing. They allow independent travelers to get local
knowledge of places they are visting, from the official to the unusual. Meanwhile, hi-tech
developments are creating new ways for us to map the world. Here are two of our favorites:
Green Maps
Green Maps allows people to share with the world their knowledge of environmentally
friendly plaees and attractions in the local areas. Users add information with a set of icons (图标),
making it easy to read any map, whatever the nationalities of those who produce it. At present
there are over five hundred map projects being developed in 54 countries. Green Maps’
advertised idea is “think global, map local”. It is a wonderful way of gaining all sorts of
information of a place, ranning from community gardens to good places of birdwatching.
Green Maps is not specifically intended for travelers. Not all of its maps are online, so it may
be necessary for some users to communicate with producers through the Green Maps website.
Maps Mashups
Many people use online maps developed by Google, but not many know about the mashups
of them. Working in a similar way to Green Maps, Maps Mashups allows people to add icons of
their own to exsiting maps to express a certain topic. The mashups is so called because it combines
all the knowledge you could ever need. It ranges from the extremely useful, such as where all the
World. Heritage Site are, to the most bizarre (古怪的)，such as where America’s drunkest cities
are. With the mashups added to the basic Google Maps, a multi-layered (多层的) map can be
created.
60. According to the passage, which of the following is a characteristic of Green Maps?
A. Aiming at environmental protection.
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B. Introducing local attractions with icons.
C. Offering advice to independent travelers.
D. Cllecting icons worldwide for local maps.
61. Which of the following icons is most probably NOT used in Green Maps?
A.
B.
C.
D.
62.
“Map Mashups” is named with the word “mashups”
because
A. it is produced by users all over the world
B. it gathers various kinds of information
C. it shaers icons with Green Maps
D. it is a branch of Google Maps
63. What do Green Maps and Map Mashups have in common?
A. They are created by local people.
B. They are environmentally friendly.
C. Users can edit maps on the Inernet.
D. Users need to communicate with producers.
(2011﹒安徽﹒阅读理解A)
Passage 1
The Information Highway is the road that links computer users to a large number of on-line
services: the Web, e-mail, and software, to mention just a few. Not long ago, the Information
Highway was a new road, with not many users. Now, everyone seems to want to take a drive, with
over 30 million families connected worldwide. Not surprisingly, this well-traveled highway is
starting to look like a well-traveled highway. Traffic jams can cause many serious problems, forcing
the system to close down for repair. Naturally, accidents will happen on such a crowed road, and
usually victims are some files, gone forever. Then, of course, there’s Mr. Cool, with his new broad-
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band connection, who speeds down the highway faster than most of us can go. But don’t trick
yourself; he pays for that speeding.
Passage 2
Want to know more about global warming and how you can help prevent it? Doctor Herman
Friedman, who is considered a leading expert on the subject, will speak at Grayson Hall next
Friday. Friedman studied environmental science at three well-known universities around the world
before becoming a professor in the subject. He has also traveled around the world observing
environmental concerns. The gradual bleaching (变白) of the Great Barrier Reef, which came into
the public eye in 2002, is his latest interest. Signed copies of his colorful book, which was
published just last month, will be on sale after his talk.
【文章大意】本文分两部分，第一篇介绍信息高速公路的情况；第二篇介绍Doctor Herman
Friedman 的情况。
56. The Information Highway .
A. is free from traffic accidents
B. is crowded with car drivers
C. offers just a few on-line services
D. appeals to a large number of users
57. How does MR. Cool manage to travel the Information Highway so fast?
A. By storing fewer files.
B. By repair the system.
C. By buying a better computer.
D. By using a broad-band connection.
58. What can be learned from Passenger 2?
A. There will be a book show at Grayson Hall.
B. Friedman is now studying the Great Barrier Reef.
C. There will be a talk on global warming this week.
D. Friedman is a leading expert on computer science.
59. Passage 2 is most probably .
A. a poster about a lecture
B. an ad for a new book
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C. a note to a doctor in a university
D. an introduction to a professor
(2011﹒湖南﹒阅读理解A)
When first entered, Vanak Restaurant does not look like much of a restaurant, but once the
pleasant smells of kabob（烤肉串）hit the senses, you are incapable of calling it anything less.
Owned by a local couple, this Persian restaurant has an inviting, homelike atmosphere that
many restaurants lack.
The space is small with only a few dining tables and nearly no decoration, but the
environment is truly charming.
Lying in a hardly noticeable street corner, the restaurant still attracts all customers,
especially those experienced in the delights of Middle Eastern cooking.
A common sight is that of old Persian men sitting in the corner talking loudly about world
topics, watching news events on TV, drinking a black tea known as Persian chai, an reading local
Persian newspapers all the while trying to finish off their plates piled with food.
The variety of food at the restaurant is limited, but the amount of each dish is fairly large.
Most of the meals can serve two people and are under $10, so not only is it affordable but
practical as well.
The food, especially appeals to health-conscious eaters because each dish is very healthy,
made with limited fat and oil and served straight off the grill （烤肉架）.
The main dish that the restaurant is popular for is its kabobs, which are different style of
grilled meat.
One delicious and extremely healthy dish is the Joojeh Kabob, which is made of grille chicken
pieces served with cither rice or bread. Another great kabob is the Cbelo Kabob, kabob consisting
of grilled beef.
Although the restaurant is small, the atmosphere and the food is delicious. It is a place that
should not be overlooked.
56. When first entering the restaurant, one can find that it ________.
A. is splendidly decorated
B. has pleasant smells of kabobs
C. is crowded with dining tables
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D. looks like a common restaurant
57. What activity is also mentioned apart from dining in the restaurant?
A. Watching news events on TV.
B. Drinking a kind of black coffee.
C. Reading local English newspapers.
D. Discussing world topics in low voices.
58. The food of the restaurant ________.
A. is served in small amounts
B. is rather expensive
C. is rich in variety
D. is very healthy
59. What is the dish Joojeh Kabob mainly made of?
A. Rice B. Chicken C. Bread D. Beef
60. It can be inferred from the passage that the restaurant ________.
A. occupies a large space
B. owns a favorable location
C. is popular for its special food
D. has a quiet environment inside
(2011﹒陕西﹒阅读理解A)
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46．If you want to join Live Card to save money on tickets, you can call .
A.0844 847 2484 B.0800 587 5007
C.0844 499 6699 D.0161 245 6609
47．How can you pay for a ticket when you book by post?
A.By visiting the website of a post office.
B.By going to your local bank in person.
C.By enclosing your Live Card in an envelope.
D.By providing your credit card information.
48．What benefit can group bookers enjoy according to the text?
A.Delayed payment for tickets. B.Invitations to opening nights.
C.Reduced booking fees by phone D.Generous discounts on tickets.
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(2011﹒江西﹒阅读理解B)
Winners Club
You choose to be a winner!
The Winners Club is a bank account specially designed for teenagers. It has been made to help you
better manage your money. The Winners Club is a transaction account（交易账户）where you
receive a key-card so you can get to your money 24/7 – that’s 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!
It’s a club with impressive features for teenagers:
No account keeping fees!
You’re no millionaire so we don’t expect you to pay large fees. In fact, there are no account
keeping or transaction fees!
Excellent interest rates!
You want your money to grow. The Winners Club has a good rate of interest which gets even
better if you make at least two deposits（储蓄）without taking them out in a month.
Convenient
Teenagers are busy – we get that. You may never need to come to a bank at all. With the Winners
Club you can choose to use handy tellers and to bank from home using the phone and the
Internet···You can have money directly deposited into your Winners Club account. This could be
your pocket money or your pay from your part-time job!
Mega magazine included
Along with your regular report, you will receive a FREE magazine full of good ideas to make even
more of your money. There are also fantastic offers and competitions only for Winners Club
members.
The Winners Club is a great choice for teenagers. And it is so easy to join. Simply fill in an
application form. You can’t wait to hear from you. It’s the best way to choose to be a winner!
61. The Winners Club is a bank account intended for ________.
A. parents B. teenagers C. winners D. adults
62. Which of the following is TRUE about the Winners Club?
A. Special gifts are ready for parents.
B. The bank opens only on work days.
C. Services are convenient for its members.
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D. Fees are necessary for the account keeping.
63. The Winners Club provides magazines which ________.
A. encourage spending
B. are free to all teenagers
C. are full of adventure stories
D. help to make more of your money
64. If you want to be a member of the Club, you must ________.
A. be an Internet user
B. be permitted by your parent
C. have a big sum of money
D. be in your twenties
65. What is the purpose of this text?
A. To set up a club.
B. To provide part-time jobs.
C. To organize key-cards.
D. To introduce a new banking service.
(2011﹒江苏﹒阅读理解B)
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60．Which of the following is discouraged by the Friends organization?
A．To bulid massive complexes for public amusement.
B．To prevent possible damages to the National Park.
C．To help protect and improve the Park for all to enjoy.
D.To sponsor publicationsand projects in local school.
61. One of thebenefits for members of Friends is to .
A. have Friends’goods free of charge
B. visit any place not open to the public
C.take part in work parties if they want to
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D.give talks in their fields on current issues
62.The purpose of this poster is to invite more people to_______________.
A. raise money for the Friends organization
B. join the Friends organization and be members of it
C. work as managers for Pembroke shire National Park
D. enjoy the landscape of Pembroke shire National Park
(2011﹒浙江﹒阅读理解B)
48. What will the government most probably provide if it is engaged in a pump-priming program?
A.Sums of money B. Raw materials
C.Human resources. D. Media Support.
49. When Sylvia says “His speech was OK but it had no real punch”,she thinks it was not___ .
A. fluent and impressive
B. logical and moving
C. informative and significant D. interesting and powerful
(2011﹒全国II﹒阅读理解C)
Student Membership-----Cambridge Arts Cinema
Cambridge Arts Cinema is one of the art houses in Britain and home of the internationally
celebrated Cambridge Film Festival. Since 1947 generations of students have discovered the
wealth of world cinema. Now you too can make most of it and save money.
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48. Which of the following is the most famous event held at Cambridge Arts Cinema?
A. The Cambridge Film Festival.
B. Meetings with filmmakers.
C. The preview screening.
D. Monthly premieres.
49. If you're a member of Cambridge Arts Cinema, you will enjoy free＿
A. Darkroom Gallery shows
B. mailed programmes
C. special film events
D. film shows
50. How long will the membership for Cambridge Arts Cinema last?
A. Four months. B. Eight months.
C. Nine months. D. One year.
51．For what purpose is the text written?
A. Offering students cheaper tickets．
B. Announcing the opening of a premiere.
C. Telling the public of the cinema's address.
D. Increasing the cinema's membership.
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(2011﹒四川﹒阅读理解B)
Exploit your parking space
An unused parking space or garage can make money. If you live near a city center or an
airport, you could make anything up to £200 or £300 a week. Put an advertisement（广告）for
free on Letpark or Atmyhousepark.
Rent（出租）a room
Spare room? Not only will a lodger（房客）earn you an income, but also, thanks to the
government-backed “rent a room” program, you won’t have to pay any tax on the first £4500 you
make per year. Try advertising your room on Roomspare or Roommateeasy.
Make money during special events
Don’t want a full-time lodger? Then rent on a short-term basis. If you live in the capital,
renting a room out during the Olympics or other big events could bring in money, Grashpadder
can advertise your space.
Live on set
Renting your home out as a “film set” could earn you hundreds of pounds a day, depending
on the film production company and how long your home is needed. A quick search on the
Internet will bring up dozens of online companies that allow you to register your home for free—
but you will be charged if your home gets picked.
Use your roof
You need the right kind of roof, but some energy companies pay the cost of fixing solar
equipment(around￡14,000), and let you use the energy produced for nothing. In return, they get
paid for unused energy fed back into the National Grid. However, you have to sign a 25-year
agreement with the supplier, which could prevent you from changing the roof.
45. If you earn ￡5000 from renting a room in one year, the tax you need to pay will be based on
______.
A. ￡800 B. ￡500 C. ￡4500 D.5000
46. Where can you put an advertisement to rent out a room during a big event?
A. On Letpark. B. On Roomspare.
C. On Grashpadder. D. On Roommateeasy.
47. If you want to use energy free, you have to_____.
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A. sign an agreement with the government
B. pay around ￡14,000 for the equipment
C. sell the roof to some energy companies
D. keep the roof unchanged for within 25 years
48. For whom the text most probably written?
A. Lodgers. B. Advertisers.
C. House owners. D. Online companies
(2011﹒福建﹒阅读理解C)
Elixir
written by Eric Walters
Twelve-year-old Roth becomes a friend of Dr. Banting and his assistant, Mr. Best, who are in
search of a cure for diabetes （糖尿病）.She finds herself torn between her sympathy for the
animals being experimented on and her friendship with Banting and Best.
George Washingtion Carver
Written by Elizabeth Macleod
Meet the “Peanut（花生） Specialist”, George Washington Carver, the inventor and
professor who made over 325 products out of peanuts. Through his agricultural research, he also
greatly improved the lives of countless black farmers in the southern United States. See also
Macleod’s Albert Einstein: A Life of Genius.
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The Inuit Thought of It: Amazing Arctic Innovations
Written by Alootook Ipellie & David MacDonald
Explore more than 40 ideas necessary to Inuit survival. From ideas familiar to us today to
inventive concepts that shaped their lives, celebrate the creativity of a remarkably intelligent
people. Also see other books; The Chinese Thought of It by Tingxing Ye and A Native American
Thought of It by Rocky Landon and David MacDonald.
Made in Canada:101 Amazing Achieverms
Written by Bev Spencer
What things do we use daily that have a Canadian connection?Here are 101 common things
that were invented in Canada or by a Canadian,including the Blackberry,alkaline(碱性) batterices
and the Blue Box yecycling program.
Newton and the Tlme Machine
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Written by Michael Me Gowan
Ten-year-old boy Newton has invented a time machine to see dinesaurs up close.But it
disappears on a test run with his two huge friends,King Herbert and Queen Certunde,in can he
save them before time runs out?
64. Which of the following best describes Roth’s feeling in Book 1?
A. Painful B. Curious C. Frightened D. Disappointed
65. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A. Animals are mentioned in Book 1 and Book 5.
B. Book 3 introduces 40 inventive concepts.
C. Alkaline batteries were invented by Dr. Banting.
D. George Washington Carver was a black farmer in the US.
66. In Book 5, King Herbert and Queen Gertrude are_______
A. Newton’s human friends B. the names of the time machine
C. two dinosaurs D. the inventions of the time machine
67. If you are interested in native Americans, you may read the book by _____.
A. Elizabeth Macleod B. Eric Walters
C. Rocky London & David MacDonald D. Bev Spencer
(2012﹒全国新课标﹒阅读理解A)
A
Are you looking for some new and exciting places to take your kids (孩子) to? Try some
of these
places:
Visit art museums. They offer a variety of activities to excite your kids' interest. Many offer
workshops for making land-made pieces, traveling exhibits, book signings by children's
favorite writer, and even musical performances and other arts
Head to a natural history museum. This is where kids can discover the past from
dinosaur(恐龙) models to rock collections and pictures of stars in the sky. Also, ask what kind
of workshops and educational programs are prepared for kids and any special events that are
coming up.
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Go to a Youtheater. Look for one in your area offering plays for child and family visitors. Pre-
show play shops are conducted by area artists and educators where kids can discover the secret
about performing arts. Puppet(木偶)making and stage make-up are just a couple of the
special offerings you might find.
Try hands-on science. Visit one of the many hands-on science museums around the country.
These science play-lands are great fun for kids and grown-ups alike. They'll keep your child
mentally and physically active the whole day through while pushing buttons, experimenting,
and building. When everyone is tired, enjoy a fun family science show, commonly found in
these museums.
56. If a child is interested in the universe, he probably will visit
.
A. a Youtheater
B. an art museum
C. a natural history museum
D. a hands-on science museum
57. What can kids do at a Youtheater?
A. Look at rock collections.
B. See dinosaur models.
C. Watch puppet making.
D. Give performances.
58. What does "hands-on science" mean in the last paragraph?
A. Science games designed by kids.
B. Learning science by doing things.
C. A show of kids' science work.
D. Reading science books.
59. Where does this text probably come from?
A. A science textbook.
B. A tourist map.
C. A museum guide.
D. A news report.
(2012﹒陕西﹒阅读理解A)
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What brings a nation together? Of the four choices — shared values, language, history, and
religion, it’s shared values. In our latest poll (民意调査), seven out of 16 countries chose values as
the greatest factor (因索）bringing a nation together, and six preferred language. Both choices
scored high in the poll, suggesting that our values and how we express them are closely linked Still,
history was not forgotten in some countries, particularly in Mexico and Russia. Even Canada and
the United States chose national histories as the second-most important factor uniting their people.
The biggest surprise? Not one country picked religion as its top choice.
Respect your elders
In most countries, the
oldest
generation
considered
values more important to a
nation than did those who
are under 45 years old.
Do you speak Canadian?
Language scored lower in
Canada than in all other
countries polled, perhaps
because the country
speaks
two
official
languages, French and
English.
Church and state
Most people polled do not
connect their religious
beliefs to their national
pride. Religion ranked last
in 13 countries — with
France scoring it at 1%, the
lowest of all.
46. According to the poll, what was the most important factor in bringing a nation together?
A. Language. B. Values. C. History. D. Religion.
47.In which country did language score the lowest in their national pride?
A. Canada. B. Mexico. C. France. D. America.
48.According to the charts, shared values and language were considered equally important in .
A. Australia B. Brazil C. China D. India
(2012﹒四川﹒阅读理解B)
Here is your best chance to travel around the UK in 2012: More than 200 B&Bs（bed &
breakfast）across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are selected to offer you
amazing services for your stay at their lowest prices! Don’t miss it. Just collect the
vouchers（活动券）in our B&B Daily printed from 01/04/2012 to 07/04/2012 and book
the stays for your travel following the terms and conditions below:
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●The offer includes a room for the night and a breakfast the next morning.
●The offer is of two kinds: ￡20 per room, valid （有效的）during stay period of
02/04/2012—31/05/2012 and then again 01/09/2012—31/10/2012；￡35 per room, per
night, valid during stay period of 01/06/2012—31/08/2012.
●The offer is valid for a basic twin or double room only.
●The stay must be booked directly with the chosen B&Bs before 28/04/2012.
●Each voucher can only be used by the holder to book one room for one night.
●If voucher holders book either the ￡20 or ￡35 per room per night, any additional
services such as lunch, evening meal or activities may require an extra charge. But
these are not required in order to take up the offer. Please check directly with your
chosen B&Bs to see what extra services are available.
●Vouchers must be presented on arrival. If no vouchers are presented, the B&Bs may
reserve（保留）the right to charge at full price for every night of stay.
●Vouchers may not be used together with any other offer.
●The voucher holders must pay for the stay in full at the time of booking. Additional
￡10 may be paid to confirm（确认）the booking and will be returned on arrival.
●The B&Bs reserve the right to refuse voucher holders’ bookings for people under the
age of 18.
45. The voucher can be used for a stay at the chosen B&B on ______.
A. 09/01/2012 B. 04/02/2012 C. 01/03/2012 D. 28/04/2012
46. How much should be paid for a two-night stay in October 2012 at a chosen B&B?
A. ￡70 B. ￡40 C. ￡35 D. ￡30
47. What right do the B&Bs reserve?
A. To charge extra ￡10 for bookings with no vouchers.
B. To refuse bookings for guest under the age of 18.
C. To charge at full price for stays not confirmed.
D. To request extra charges as tips.
48. By taking up the offer, the voucher holders can choose to ______ .
A. book either a basic twin or double room at the chosen B&Bs
B. have lunch or evening meal without paying extra money
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C. use the B&B offer together with other offers
D. book the stays though B&B Daily
(2012﹒重庆﹒阅读理解B)
Top lists are lecturing people on everything from"100 books to read ". Aren't you just tired of
being told what to do with your time?
Now you have a list to end all lists!
Take a look at the following two examples from the list of "101 things not to do":
Swim with Dolphins（海豚）？
Swimming with dolphins is one of the world’s most profitable tourist activities.
However, every dolphin will welcome having their busy ,tiring day interrupted by tourists
screaming pushing around them in the water. Worse yet, when dolphins get too near to
the boats loaded tourists, they could get caught up in ropes and killed by propellers(螺旋
桨).
Here’s a little secret. Dolphins look like smiling at you, but actually they’re just
opening mouths.
Go to See the Mona Lisa?
There must be something about the mysterious(神秘的)smile. The 6 million people
who the lady in the Louvre every year can’t all be wrong after all. But they can be quite
anno standing in front of you, holding up their cameras to prevent you from seeing
anything. In fact hard for you to see the painting clearly because you have to stay away
from it for security read. After queuing for hours, many tourists can remain in front of
the painting only for 15 seconds most.
If the mysterious lady in the picture knew her fate, she wouldn’t just be smiling, she
laughing.
So, still long to see the Mona Lisa? If you want to find out more about the list,
read 101 Tings NOT to Do Before You Die. Visit www.not2dobeforeidie.co.uk and buy the
book at a 20％ discount.
60. According to the passage, swimming with dolphins________.
A. is the world’s most popular tourist activity
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B. gives fun to both tourists and dolphins
C. will make tourists busy and tired
D. can cause danger to dolphins
61. what does the author think about going to see the Mona Lisa?
A. It is wrong to go and see the mysterious smile.
B. It is not as satisfying as expected.
C. Fifteen seconds in front of the painting is enough.
D. Queuing for hours is worthwhile.
62. The list of “101 things not to do” is made most probably because its
author_______.
A. thinks it boring to do the things suggested by other lists
B. believes other lists are not humorous enough
C. intends to persuade people to read more lists
D. wants to provide a list different from other lists
63. What is the main purpose of the passage?
A. To advertise a book
B. To introduce a website
C. To comment on popular lists
D. To recommend tourist activities.
(2012﹒辽宁﹒阅读理解A)
Mini Book Excerpts（节选）
Biography
When Salinger learned that a car park was to be built on the land,the middle-aged
writer was shocked and quickly bought the netghboring area to protect it… The
townspeople never forgot the rescue and came to help their most famous neighbor.
J. D. Sulinger：A Life by Kenneth Slawenski
（Random House,$27）Mystery（疑案小说）
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“You’re a smart boy. Benny’s death was no accident, and you’re the only who
saw it happen. Do you think the murderer should get away with it ? ”The boy was
starting stubbornly at his lap again.
A thought suddenly occerred to Annika,“Did you …You recognized the man in the
car,didn’t you?”
The boy hesitated, twisting his fingers,“Maybe,”he said quitely.
Red Wolf by Liza Marklund（Atria Books, $25.
99）
Short Stories
She wants to say to him what she has learmed,none of it in class. Some women
are borm stupid,and some women are too smart for their own good. Some women are
born to give ,and some women only know how to take. Some women learn who they
want to be from their mothers,some who they don’t want to be. Some mothers suffer
so their daughters won’t. Some mothers love so their daughters won’t.
You Are Free by Danzy Senna （Riverhead Books,$15）
Humor
Do your kids like to have fun? Come to Fun Times! Do you like to watch your kids
having fun? Bring them to Fun Times! Fun Times!’s “amusement cycling”is the most
fun you can have,legally,in the United States right now. Why spend thousands of dollars
flying to Disney World when you can speng less than half to that within a day’s drive lf
most cities?
Happy And Other Bad Thoughts by Larry Doyle（Ecco,$14.
99）
56. If the readers want to know about the lite of Salinger , they should buy the book
published by
.
A. Ecco B. Atria Books
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C. Riverhead Books D. Random House
57. The book Hbppy And Other Bad Thoughts is intended for .
A. young children B. Disney World workers
C. middle school teachers D. parents with young children
58. Which book describes women with characters of their own?
A. Happy And Other Bad Thoughts
B. J. D. Salinger:A Life
C. You Are Free
D. Red Wolf
59. After finishing the book Red Wolf, the readers would learn that .
A. the boy helped arrest the murderer
B. Benny died of an accident
C. the murderer got away with the crime
D. Ammika carried out the crime
(2012﹒浙江﹒阅读理解B)
Below is a selection about Guinness（吉尼斯） World Records.
Top 6 Unusual Guinness World Records
♦Fastest 100 m running on all fours
The 2008 Guinness World Records Day was, according to CWR, their biggest day of record-
breaking ever, I- h more than 290.000 people taking put in record attempts in 15 different
countries. Kenichi Ito's record attempt was port of this special day. He is just another example of
Japanese with "super powers". His "super power" is to run with great speed on all fours. Kenichi
Ito ran 100 m on all fours in 18.58 seconds. The Japanese set this record at Setagaya Kuritsu Sogo
Undojyo, Tokyo, in 2008.
♦Most people inside a soap bubble
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The Discovery Science Center in Santa Ana, Califomia celebrated this year the 15th anniversary
of the Bubble (泡泡) Festival. A bubble's math principles and science were presented and
demonstrated at the three-week-long exhibition. The intriguing Bubble Show was also part of the
program. Fan Yang and Deni Yang impressed the audience with their awesome skills for bubble
making. The Yang family cooperated with the Discovery Science Center to set a new Guinness
World Record for mow people inside a scup bubble and they succeeded.
The family that has been working with soap bubbles for 27 years created a huge soap bubble
and got 118 people inside it. The record was set or. April 4, 2011.
♦Longest ears on a dog
A bloodhound from Illinois has the longest ears ever measured a dog. The right ear is 13.75
inches long and the left one 13.5 inches. The dog named Tigger earned this title in 2004 and is
owned by Christina and Bryan Flessner.
Mr. Jeffries is the previous record holder of this title. Each of his ears measured approximately
11. 5 inches long. His grandfather used to hold this amazing world record, but when he died
Mr.Jeffries look over.
♦Most living generations
Did you ever wonder what is the Guinness World Record for most living generation in one
family? Seven is the answer.
The ultimate authority on record-breaking mentions on the website that the youngest great-
great- great-great grandparent of this family was Augusta Bung "aged 109 years 97 days, followed
by her daughter aged 89, her granddaughter aged 70, her great grand-daughter aged 52, her
great-great grand-daughter aged 33 and her great-great-great granddaughter aged 15 on the birth
of her great-great-great-great grandson on January 21, 1989".
♦Most T shirts worn at once
Believe it or not, there is a record also for this category. Krunoslav Budiseli set a new world
record on May 22,
2010 for wearing 245 T-shirts at the same time. The nun from Croatia was
officially recognized as the new record bolder by Guinness World Records after he managed to put
on 245 different T-shirts in 1ess than two hours. . The T-shirts weighted 68 KG and Budiseli said he
began struggling around T-shirt No. 120. He dethroned the Swedish Guinness record holder who
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wore 238 T-shirts.
♦
Heaviest pumpkin
Guinness World Records confirmed on October 9. 2010 that a gigantic pumpkin （南瓜）
grown in Wisconcin was officially the world’s heaviest. It weighed 1,810 pounds 8 ounces and was
unveiled by Chris Stevens at the Stillwater Harvest Festival in Minnesota. Stevens' pumpkin was 85
pounds Javier than the previous re I, another huge pumpkin grown in Ohio. The proud farmer said
his secret is a precise of rain, cow mature, good soil, sea grass and fish emulsion. Some of the
world's heaviest pumpkins, including the record bolder, were on public display at the Bronx
Botanical Gardens in New Yost for a dozen days.
46. Why is Kenichi Ito described «s a man with a "super power"?
A.
He set a good example to all Japanese.
B.
He made record attempts in 15 different countries.
C.
He set a new record for "Fastest 100 m running on all fours".
D.
He participated in the 2008 Guinness World Records Day activities.
47. Jeffries is the name of.
A.
the owner of the dog with the longest ears
B.
the grandfather of the dog with the longest care
C.
the present holder of the record for "Longest care on a dog"
I), the former holder of the record for " longest care on a dog'
48. How many T-shirts had Krunoslav Budiseli put on before he felt it difficult to go on?
A. 68.
B. 120.
C. 238.
D. 245.
49. According to the given information. which Guinness World Record was most recently set?
A.
The record for "Most people inside a soup bubble".
B.
The record for "Most living generations'".
C.
The record for "Most T-shirts worn at once".
D.
The record for " Heaviest pumpkin".
(2012﹒江苏﹒阅读理解A)
What Would You Want Most on a Desert Island?
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This month's survey shows people worldwide have a natural understanding of what
they would need most if left alone on a desert island: Another person. And one they
know well. Respondents in all 16 countries surveyed said their spouse (调查对象) or
partner would be their first choice to have with them. Perhaps this makes sense: An
MP3 player can't help you find drinking water, your dog can't help you start a fire
and who knows if George Clooney or Penelope Cruz has taken courses in wilderness
survival training? Let's just hope the SOS sign you two build gets spotted sooner
rather than later!
"My husband, of course!
George Clooney
wouldn't think I'm as
pretty as my husband
does!"
Roseane, 42, Brazil
My MP3 player. I would
not want my loved
ones, including my pet,
to be left alone like
this."
Co-Co, 28, China
"My partner should be there to
listen to me complain about the
fact that we are left alone on an
island—probably due to some
error he made."
Julia, 25, Jordan
56. According to the survey, people left alone on a desert island would most want their______.
A. MP3 player B. dog
C. spouse/partner D. celebrity
57. Which of the following is tree about George Clooney?
A. He has been trained in wilderness survival.
B. He may not be able to help you survive.
C. He does not think Roseane is beautiful.
D. He is the choice of most South African women.
58. The survey results are analyzed in terms of the respondents’ _________.
A. sex, age and nationality
B. race, nationality and sex
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C. marriage, age and race
D. age, sex and marriage
(2012﹒天津﹒阅读理解A)
Bicycle Safety
Operation Always ride your bike in a safe, controlled manner on campus(校园).
Obey rules and regulations. Watch out for walkers and other bicyclists, and always use
your lights in dark conditions.
Theft Prevention Always securely lock your bicycle to a bicycle rack---even if you are
only away for a minute. Register your bike with the University Department of Public
Safety. It’s fast, easy, and free. Registration permanently records your serial number,
which is useful in the possible recovery of the bike stolen.
Equipment
Brakes Make sure that they are in good working order and adjusted properly.
Helmet A necessity, make sure your helmet meets current safety standards
and fit properly.
Lights Always have a front headlight---visible at least 500 feet in front of the
bike. A taillight is a
good idea.
Rules of the Road
Riding on Campus As a bicycle rider, you have a responsibility to ride only on
streets and posted bicycle paths. Riding on sidewalks or other walkways can lead to a
fine. The speed limit for bicycles on campus is 15mph, unless otherwise posted. Always
give the right of ways to walkers. If you are involved in an accident, you are required to
offer appropriate aid, call the Department of Public Safety and remain at the scene until
the officer lets you go.
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Bicycle Parking Only park in areas reserved for bikes. Trees, handrails, hallways, and
sign posts are not for bicycle parking, and parking in such posts can result in a fine.
If Things Go Wrong
If you break the rules, you will be fined. Besides violating rules while riding bicycles
on campus, you could be fined for:
No bicycle registration---------------------------------------------------$25
Bicycle parking banned--------------------------------------------------$30
Blocking path with bicycle ---------------------------------------------$40
Violation of bicycle equipment requirement -------------------------$35
36. Registration of your bicycle may help you _____________.
A. find y our stolen bicycle
B. get your serial number
C. receive free repair services
D. settle conflicts with walkers
37. According to the passage, what bike equipment is a free choice for bicycle riders?
A. Brakes.
B. A helmet.
C. A headlight.
D.A taillight.
38. When you ride a bicycle on the campus, ___________.
A. ride on posted bicycle paths and sidewalks
B. cycle at a speed of over 15 mph
C. put the walkers’ right of way first
D. call the police before leaving in a case of accident
39. If you lock your bicycle to a tree on the campus, you could be fined _________.
A. $25
B. $30
C. $35
D. $40
40. What is the passage mainly about?
A. A guide for safe bicycling on campus. B. Directions for bicycle tour on campus.
C. Regulations of bicycle race on campus. D. Rules for riding motor vehicles on
campus.
(2012﹒福建﹒阅读理解A)
Finally, a cell phone
That's… a phone
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With rates as low as $3.75 per week ！
“Well, I finally did it. I finally decided to enter the digital age and get a cell phone. My kids have
been annoying me and the last straw was when my car broke down, and I was stuck by the
highway for an hour before someone stopped to help. But when I went to the cell phone store, I
almost changed my mind. The phones all have cameras, computers and a "global-positioning"
something or other that's supposed to spot me from space. Goodness, all I want to do is to be
able to talk to my grandkids ！ The people at the store weren't much help. They couldn't
understand why someone wouldn't want a phone the size of a postage stamp. And the rate plans!
They were confusing, and expensive… and the'contract (合同）lasted for two years! I'd almost
given up until a friend told me about her new Jitterbug phone. Now,I have the convenience and
safety of being about to stay in touch with a phone I can actually use. ”
Affordable plans that I can understand 一and no contract to sign (签订）！ Unlike other cell
phones，Jitterbug has plans that make sense. Why should I pay for minutes I m never going to
use? And if I do talk more than I plan，I won ’t find myself with no minutes like my friend who
has a prepaid phone. Best of all, there is no contract to sign_so I m not locked in for years at a
time. The US-based customer service is second to none. And the phone gets service anywhere in
the country.
Monthly
Minutes
50
100
Monthly Rate
$14.99
S19.99
911 Access
FREE
.FREE
Long Distance
Calls
No additional
charge
No additional
charge
Friendly Return
Policy
30 days
30 days
Call now and receive a FREE gift when you order. Try Jitterbug for 30 days and if you don ’t
love it, just return it! Why wait, the Jitterbug comes ready to -use right out of the box. If you
aren't as happy with it as I am, you can return it and get your money back. Call now, the Jitterbug
product experts are ready to answer your questions.
Call 1-888-809-8794 or visit www. jitlerbugdirect. com.
63. What made “I” finally think of getting a cell phone?
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A.Being stuck by the highway.
B.Being urged by his grandkids.
C.Being persuaded by cell phone salespersons.
D.Being attracted by the friendly return policy.
64.On the monthly basis of 100 minutes, the Jitterbug weekly rate is about .
A. $3.75
B. $4.99
C. $14.99
D. $19.99
65.An advantage of Jitterbug mentioned in the passage is
.
A.its discount price with a free gift
B.its reasonable rate plans without a contract
C.its M global-positioning" system with 911 access
D.its good customer service all over the world
66.The main purpose of the passage is to
.
A.tell a customer's story of Jitterbug
B.provide two ways to order Jitterbug
C.give a brief introduction of Jitterbug
D.attract potential customers to Jitterbug；
(2012﹒湖南﹒阅读理解B)
Still seeking a destination for your weekend break? There are some places which are probably
a mere wall away from your college.
King’s Art Centre
A day at the Centre could mean a visit to an exhibition of the work of one of the most
interesting contemporary artists on show anywhere. This weekend sees the opening of an
exhibition of four local artists.
You could attend a class teaching you how to ‘learn from the masters’ or get more creative
with paint – free of charge.
The Centre also runs two life drawing classes for which there is a small fee.
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the Botanic Garden
The Garden has over 8,000 plant species; it holds the research and teaching collection of living
plants for Cambridge University.
The multi-branched Torch Aloe here is impressive. The African plant produces red flowers
above blue-green leaves, and is not one to miss.
Get to the display house to see Dionaea muscipula, a plant more commonly known as the
Venus Flytrap that feeds on insects and other small animals.
The Garden is also a place for wildlife-enthusiasts. Look for grass snakes in the lake. A snake
called ‘Hissing Sid’ is regularly seen lying in the heat of the warm sun.
Byron’s Pool
Many stories surround Lord Byron’s time as a student of Cambridge University. Arriving in
1805, he wrote a letter complaining that it was a place of “mess and drunkenness”. However, it
seems as though Byron did manage to pass the time pleasantly enough. I’m not just talking about
the pet bear he kept in his rooms. He spent a great deal of time walking in the village.
It is also said that on occasion Byron swam naked by moonlight in the lake, which is now
known as Byron’s Pool. A couple of miles past Grantchester in the south Cambridgeshire
countryside, the pool is surrounded by beautiful circular paths around the fields. The cries of
invisible birds make the trip a lovely experience and on the way home you can drop into the village
for afternoon tea. If you don’t trust me, then perhaps you’ll take it from Virginia Woolf – over a
century after Byron, she reportedly took a trip to swim in the same pool.
61. As mentioned in the passage, there is a small charge for ____.
A. attending the masters’ class
B. working with local artists
C. learning life drawing
D. seeing an exhibition
62. “Torch Aloe” and “Venus Flytrap” are ____.
A. common insects
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B. impressive plants
C. rarely-seen snakes
D. wildlife-enthusiasts
63. We can infer from the passage that Byron seemed ____.
A. to fear pet bears
B. to like walking
C. to be a heavy drinker
D. to finish university in 1805
64. In the passage Byron’s Pool is described as a lake ____.
A. surrounded by fields
B. owned by Lord Byron
C. located in Grantchester
D. discovered by Virginia Woolf
65. What is the passage mainly about?
A. Some places for weekend break.
B. A way to become creative in art.
C. The colourful life in the countryside.
D. Unknown stories of Cambridge University.
(2012﹒江西﹒阅读理解B)
A Book Review—The Snake-Stone by Berlie Doherty
The setting: Urban England (the cities), but also rural England (the countryside)
including remote English villages.
The theme: The main theme is a teenage research of self-discovery, in this case the
search for a mother from whom the hero was separated at an early age. Its other
concerns are love, getting on with others, being persistent and courageous and trying to
deal with doubts, troubles and worries. As the book moves to a close, James’ swimming
coach says to him: “You are not like a kid obeying instructions any more. You are
diving like a young man who knows where he is going.”
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The characters: James is the hero of the story. He is a championship diver, and has
a comfortable life with his foster parents (养父母). Yet he also has the qualities to take
him on a long journey to find his birth mother. The other characters in The Snake-Stone,
James’ parents, his diving instructor, best friend, the villagers, people he meets on his
journey, are pictured realistically.
The turning point: The turning point in the story comes while James’ foster parents
are away in London, and he wonders about the identity of his birth mother. The only
clue he has is a fossil, “the snake stone” which she left behind along with a note on
which she had written: “Take good care of Sammie. It was written on a torn envelope
with parts of an address still there.
The journey: Instead of going to London, James decides to find his birth mother.
With help from his geography teacher, James sets out for the remote country village
where his mother might be found. James has painful, challenging, but also humorous and
happy travels. The mother he finally meets, Anne, has a minor yet powerful voice in the
novel. He comes to understand why she left him at a stranger’s door fifteen years
before. Although the meeting is not long, it leaves him with a feeling of completeness.
As a journey of self-discovery The Snake-Stone also provides its readers with a happy
ending. Its hero says, on returning to his foster parents, “I was home.”
61．What is the main theme of the novel?
A．Life with foster parents.
B．Life in the world of diving.
C．A journey of self-discovery.
D．A travel around the country.
62．What do the coach’s words in Paragraph 2 suggest?
A．James is a successful diver.
B．James is a hopeful swimmer.
C．James is an outgoing young man.
D．James is an independent young man.
63．The snake stone in the novel is .
A．a stone with an address on it
B．a clue left by the birth mother
C．a gift from the swimming coach
D．a fossil left by the foster parents
64．Which of the following is true about the novel?
A．The story has a sad ending.
B．The story takes place in the city of London.
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C．The characters are vividly described.
D．The turning point comes after the hero meets his birth mother.
65．It can be concluded that James’ journey is _________.
A．worthwhile
B．boring
C．comfortable
D．disappointing
(2012﹒安徽﹒阅读理解A)
Welcome to one of the largest collections of footwear（鞋类）in the world that will make
you green with envy. Here at the Footwear Museum you can see exhibits（展品）from all
over the world. You can find out about shoes worn by everyone from the Ancient Egyptians to
pop stars.
Room 1
The celebrity（名人）footwear
section is probably the most
popular in the entire museum.
Started in the 1950s there is a
wide variety of shoes and boots
belonging to everyone from
queens and presidents to pop stars
and actors! Most visitors find the
celebrities' choice of footwear
extremely interesting.
Room 2
Most of our visitors are amazed
and shocked by the collection of
“special purpose”shoes on
exhibition here at the Museum of
Footwear. For example , there are
Chinese shoes made of
Silk that were worn by women to
tie their feet firmly to prevent them
from growing too much!
Room 3
As well as shoes and boots the
museum also exhibits shoe shaped
objects. The variety is
unbelievable. For example , there
is a metal lamp that resembles a
pair of shoes, and Greek wine
bottles that like legs!
The footwear Library
People come from all over the
world to study in our excellent
footwear library. Designers and
researchers come here to look up
Information on anything and
everything related to the subject of
footwear.
56. Where would you find a famous singer's shoes?
A. Room1. B. Room 2.
C. Room3. D. The Footwear Library
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57. All exhibits in each room .
A. share the same theme B. have the same shape
C. are made of the same material D. belong to the same social class
58. Which of the following is true according to the text?
A. The oldest exhibits in Room 1 were made in the 1950s.
B. Room 2 is the most visited place in the museum.
C. Room 3 has a richer variety of exhibits than the other two.
D. Researchers come to the Footwear Library for data.
59. The purpose of the text is to get more people to .
A. do research B. design shoes
C. visit the museum D. follow celebrities
(2013﹒福建﹒阅读理解C)
This is What a REAL Silver Dollar Looks Like
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Because this is a story about the silver coin EVERYBODY wants.
You read the headlines. You know that troubled economic times have put global currency on a rollercoaster
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Demand for Silver Eagles in 2011 broke records. Experts predict that 2012 Silver Eagles may break them all over
again. Due to rapid changes in the price of silver, prices may be higher or lower and are subject to(受影响)
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change without notice. Supplies are limited. Call immediately to add these Silver Eagles to your holdings before
it's too late.
Offer Limited to 40 per household
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64. What is stressed in the ad?
A. The coin is of high quality and worth collecting.
B. The coin can be circulated as a currency.
C. Limited supplies guarantee a stable price of the coin.
D. Demand for the coin is bound to break records.
65. If you buy six 2012 U. S. Mint Silver Eagles by post, you should pay at least ____.
A. $230.7 B. $233.7 C. $240.7 D. $243.7
66. The ad strongly encourages people to purchase the silver coins by ____.
A. shopping online B. making a phone call
C. lining up in front of the stores
D. writing to the company
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(2013﹒福建﹒阅读理解E)
A MENTORING (导师制) program is giving life changing opportunities to Banbury youth.
Young Inspirations was founded two years ago to provide mentoring sessions for students and unemployed
young adults aged 11 to 21.
Alex Goldberg, the program's founder, said; "We set up Young Inspirations because we wanted to give young
people experiences which will potentially be life changing and broaden their outlook.
"We try to create work experience opportunities that will really make a difference to our youth. For example,
we've secured internships (实习) with world-famous firms such as Honda.
"At a time of funding cutbacks where schools are finding it more and more difficult to offer this kind of
mentoring, it is extremely important that these opportunities are available both to help youth with their school
work and grades and to give them opportunities which may help shape their futures. " Kieran Hepburn, 14, is
one of a group of Banbury youth who has benefited from the program so far. In October the Banbury School
pupil was accompanied by Young Inspirations staff to Paris where he was an observer at the United Nations
Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization's (UNESCO) International Youth Forum (论坛).
The event was held for young people from around the world, to seek their views on how the future of youth and
education should look. Kieran joined several hundred observers mostly in their 20s and was the only UK school
pupil to attend the event. Kieran thinks the trip was a life changing experience. " Before we left I didn't quite
know what to make of it but when we got there we didn't stop, it was amazing," he said, " We went to three or
four hours of debates each day and then did something cultural each afternoon. "
The main theme of the forum was how youth can drive change in political and public life. It dealt with issues (问
题) such as drug abuse, violence and unemployment.
Kieran said: " It has really helped me to improve my confidence and social skills as well as my school grades and I
was voted most improved pupil at school in August. "
The Young Inspirations mentoring sessions take place each Friday in Banbury. For details visit
www.younginspirations.com.
71. The Young Inspirations mentoring program aims to _____.
A. train staff for world-famous firms
B. offer job opportunities to young adults
C. provide youth with unique experiences
D. equip the unemployed with different skills
72. According to Alex Goldberg, it is difficult for schools to offer the mentoring due to _____.
A. the lack of support from firms
B. the cultural differences
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C. the effect of unemployment
D. the shortage of money
73. According to the passage, the forum focused on how youth can ____.
A. build up their confidence at school
B. find work experience opportunities
C. improve their social skills for the future D. play an active role in the change of society
74. We can learn from the passage that _____.
A.
the visit to the United Kingdom was amazing
B.
Kieran has made great progress in many aspects
C.
the youth have found a way to solve their problems
D.
the mentoring sessions are held every day except Friday
75. What would be the best tide for the passage?
A.
Alex Goldberg, Founder of Young Inspirations
B.
Young People Find a World of Opportunity
C.
Kieran, Banbury School Pupil to Paris
D.
Debates Help Youth with Their Grades
(2013﹒广东﹒阅读理解)
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(2013﹒四川﹒阅读理解A)
Fun Day
To celebrate the Year of the snake
Organised by Lam Tin Youth Centre and Kwun Tong High School
Date: 2 February 2013
Time: 10 am—5 pm
Place: Kwun Tong Playground
Fee: $20 (buy three get one free)
Programmes: drama, lion dance, magic show and ballet performance
Highlights: 1) enter the lucky draw to win a digital camera
2) learn to make festival food
Join us on the Fun Day!
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All are welcome!
Free Soft Drinks
Note:
● Tickets are available at the General Office of Lam Tin Youth Center
● For those who would like to be a volunteer, please contact Miss Olivia
Wong one week before the activity.
31. What you have just read is a ________.
A. note
B. report
C. schedule
D. poster
32. What is going to take place on 2 February 2013?
A. A big event to welcome a Chinese new year.
B. A social gathering to raise money for wildlife.
C. A party for close friends to meet and have fun.
D. A meeting of Kwun Tong High School students.
33. How much do you have to pay in total if four of you go together?
A. $20.
B. $40.
C. $60.
D. $80.
34. Which of the following statements is true?
A. Tickets are sold in Kwun Tong High School.
B. It’s unnecessary to take soft drinks with you.
C. Free digital cameras are provided for everybody.
D. Festival food will be served without extra charge.
(2013﹒新课标Ⅱ﹒阅读理解D)
Low-Cost Gifts for Mother's Day
Gift No. I
Offer to be your mother's health friend. Promise to be there for any and all doctor's visits whether a disease
or a regular medical check-up. Most mothers always say "no need," another set of eyes and ears is always a
good idea at a doctor's visit. The best part? This one is free.
Gift No. 2
Help your mother organize all of her medical records, which include the test results and medical information.
Put them all in one place. Be sure to make a list of all of her medicines and what times she takes them. "Having
all this information in one place could end up saving your mother's life," Dr. Marie Savard said.
Gift No. 3
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Enough sleep is connected to general health conditions. "Buy your mother cotton sheets and comfortable
pillows to encourage better sleep," Savard said. "We know that good sleep is very important to our health."
Gift No. 4
Some gift companies such as Presents for Purpose allow you to pay it forward this Mother's Day by picking
gifts in which 10 percent of the price you pay goes to a charity (慈善机构). Gift givers can choose from a wide
variety of useful but inexpensive things -many of which are "green" - and then choose a meaningful charity from
a list. When your mother gets the gift, she will be told that she has helped the chosen charity.
48. What are you advised to do for your mother at doctor's visits?
A. Take notes.
B. Be with her.
C. Buy medicine.
D. Give her gifts.
49. Where can you find a gift idea to improve your mother’s sleep?
A. In Gift No. 1. B. In Gift No. 2.
C. In Gift No. 3. D. In Gift No. 4.
50. Buying gifts from Presents for Purpose allows mothers to
A. enjoy good sleep B. be well-organized
C. get extra support D. give others help
(2014﹒安徽﹒阅读理解B)
Recordings of angry bees are enough to send big, tough African elephants running away, a new study
says. Beehives(蜂窝)—either recorded or real—may even prevent elephants from damaging farmers' crops.
In 2002, scientist Lucy King and her team found that elephants avoid certain trees with bees living in them.
Today, Lucy wants to see if African honeybees might discourage elephants from eating crops. But before she
asked farmers to go to the trouble of setting up beehives on their farms, she needed to find out if the bees would
scare elephants away.
Lucy found a wild beehive inside a tree in Northern Kenya and set up a recorder. Then she threw
a stone into the beehive, which burst into life. Lucy and her assistant hid in their car until the angry bees had
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calmed down. Next, Lucy searched out elephant families in Samburu National Reserve in Northern Kenya and put
a speaker in a tree close to each family.
From a distance, Lucy switched on the prerecorded sound of angry bees while at the same time recording
the elephants with a video camera. Half the elephant groups left the area within ten seconds. Out of a total of 17
groups, only one group ignored the sound of the angry bees. Lucy reported that all the young elephants
immediately ran to their mothers to hide under them. When Lucy played the sound of a waterfall(瀑布) instead of
the angry bees to many of the same elephant families, the animals were undisturbed. Even after four minutes,
most of the groups stayed in one place.
Lucy is now studying whether the elephants will continue to avoid the sound of angry bees after hearing it
several times. She hasn't tested enough groups yet to know, but her initial(最初的) results were promising enough
to begin trials with farmers. She has now begun placing speakers in the fields to see if elephants are frightened
away.
60．We know from the passage that elephants may be frightened of ________．
A．loud noises B．some crops
C．video cameras D．angry bees
61．As mentioned in the passage, Lucy________．
A．works by herself in Africa
B．needs to test more elephant groups
C．has stopped elephants eating crops
D．has got farmers to set up beehives on their farms
62．Why did Lucy throw a stone into a wild beehive?
A．To record the sound of bees.
B．To make a video of elephants.
C．To see if elephants would run away.
D．To find out more about the behaviour of bees.
63．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A．Young elephants ignore African honeybees.
B．Waterfalls can make elephants stay in one place.
C．Elephants do not go near trees with bees living in them.
D．Farmers do not allow Lucy to conduct tests in their fields.
(2014﹒湖北﹒阅读理解B)
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London's newest skyscraper(摩天大楼) is called the Shard and it cost about 430 million pounds to build. At
a height of almost 310 metres, it is the tallest building in Europe. The Shard has completely changed the
appearance of London. However, not everyone thinks that it is a change for the better.
The Shard was designed by the famous Italian architect Renzo Piano. When he began designing the
Shard for London, Piano wanted a very tall building that looked like a spire (尖顶). He wanted the glass
surfaces to reflect the sky and the city. The sides of the building aren't regular. So the building has an unusual
shape. It looks like a very thin, sharp piece of broken glass. And that is how the building got the name: the Shard.
Piano says that the spire shape of the Shard is part of a great London tradition. The shape reminds him of the
spires of the churches of London or the tall masts(桅杆) of the ships that were once on the river Thames.
The Shard has 87 floors. At the top, there is an observatory. At the moment the building is empty, but
eventually there will be a fivestar hotel. There will also be top quality restaurants, apartments and offices.
Before building work began, a lot of people didn't want the Shard though the plans were approved. Now
they are still unhappy about the Shard. Some critics say that such a tall skyscraper might be good in a city like
New York, but not in London. They say that the best thing about the Shard is its spire shape. But that is the only
thing. There is no decoration, only flat surfaces. The Egyptians did that 4，500 years ago. They also think the
Shard is too big for London. It destroys the beauty of the city.
Other critics don't like what the Shard seems to represent. They say that the Shard shows how London
is becoming more unequal. Only very rich people can afford to buy the expensive private apartments and stay in
the hotel. But the people who live near the Shard are among the poorest in London. So the Shard seems a symbol
of the division in society between the very rich and the poor.
The Shard now dominates the London skyline. It is not certain, however, that ordinary London
citizens will ever accept it as a valuable addition to the city.
55. London's newest skyscraper is called the Shard because of ________．
A. its cost B. its size
C. its shape D. its height
56. When he designed the Shard, Piano wanted it to ________．
A. change London's skyline
B. inherit London's tradition
C. imitate the Egyptian style
D. attract potential visitors
57. The critics who refer to social division think the Shard ________.
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A. is only preferred by the rich
B. is intended for wealthy people
C. is far away from the poor area
D. is popular only with Londoners
58. Which would be the best title for the passage?
A. The Shard: cheers and claps
B. The Shard: work of a great architect
C. The Shard: new symbol of london?
D. The Shard: a change for the better?
(2014﹒陕西﹒阅读理解A)
Our warming planet is expected to face serious water crises(危机) in the coming decades—
which means each nation's natural resources will be more important than ever.
Per cent of total land area
covered by forests(2011)
WORLD AVERAGE
30. 88
TOP 5 AVERAGE
90.15
Freshwater resources, cubic
kilometres per year(2011)
WORLD AVERAGE
241
TOP 5 AVERAGE
3，642
Freshwater resources, cubic
metres per person(2011)
WORLD AVERAGE
6，122
TOP 5 AVERAGE
244, 973
1. SURINAME
94.58
REST OF TOP 5
2. Micronesia 91.66
3. Seychelles 88.48
4. Samoa 88.40
5. Palau 87.61
123. CHINA
22.47
1. BRAZIL
5，
418
REST OF TOP 5
2. Russian Federation
4，313
3. Canada 2，850
4. United States 2，818
5. CHINA
2，813
1. ICELAND
532，
891
REST OF TOP 5
2. Guyana
304，723
3. Suriname 166，112
4. Papua New Guinea 114，
216
5. Bhutan 106，923
102. CHINA
2，092
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46. According to the statistics, what is the world average of freshwater resources per person?
A. 244，973 cubic metres.
B. 241 cubic kilometres.
C. 3，642 cubic kilometres.
D. 6，122 cubic metres.
47. Which country or region has the most freshwater resources per year?
A. Guyana. B. Brazil.
C. Iceland. D. China.
48. Which country or region appears twice on The top 5 lists?
A. Bhutan. B. Seychelles.
C. Canada. D. Suriname.
(2014﹒四川﹒阅读理解C)
A schoolgirl saved her father's life by kicking him in the chest after he suffered a serious allergic(过敏
的) reaction which stopped his heart.
Izzy, nine, restarted father Colm's heart by stamping (踩) on his chest after he fell down at home and stopped
breathing.
Izzy's mother, Debbie, immediately called 999 but Izzy knew doctors would never arrive in time to save her
father, so decided to use CPR.
However, she quickly discovered her arms weren't strong enough, so she stamped on her father's chest
instead.
Debbie then took over with some more conventional chest compressions(按压) until the ambulance
arrived.
Izzy, who has been given a bravery award by her school, said, “I just kicked him really hard. My mum
taught me CPR but I knew I wasn't strong enough to use hands. I was quite scared. The doctor said I might as well
be a doctor or a nurse. My mum said that Dad was going to hospital with a big footprint on his chest.”
“She's a little star，” said Debbie. “I was really upset but Izzy just took over. I just can't believe what
she did. I really think all children should be taught first aid. Izzy did CPR then the doctor turned up. Colm had to
have more treatment on the way to the hospital and we've got to see an expert.”
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Truck driver Colm, 35, suffered a mystery allergic reaction on Saturday and was taken to hospital, but was
sent home only for it to happen again the next day. The second attack was so serious that his airway swelled,
preventing him from breathing, his blood pressure dropped suddenly, and his heart stopped for a moment.
He has now made a full recovery from his suffering.
39. Izzy kicked her father in the chest ________．
A. to express her helplessness
B. to practise CPR on him
C. to keep him awake
D. to restart his heart
40. What's the right order of the events?
①Izzy kicked Colm. ②Debbie called 999. ③Izzy learned CPR. ④Colm's heart stopped.
A．③①②④ B．④②③①
C．③④②① D．④③①②
41. What does Paragraph 8 mainly talk about?
A. What Colm suffered.
B. Colm's present condition.
C. What caused Colm's allergy.
D. Symptoms of Colm's allergic reaction.
42. Why does the author write the news?
A. To describe a serious accident.
B. To prove the importance of CPR.
C. To report a 9yearold girl's brave act.
D. To call people's attention to allergic reaction.
(2014﹒山西忻州联考)
Canadian short story writer Alice Munro won the Nobel Prize for Literature. Eighty－two－year－old
Munro is only the 13th woman to win the 112－year－old prize.
Munro didn't publish her first collection of short stories until she was 37 years old, but her stories
have always been well－received. Lots of her stories share similar themes and characters, but each story has its
own twists and turns.
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Even though she's won Canada's most famous literary award, the Giller Prize, twice, winning the Nobel
Prize for Literature is the cherry on top of Munro's career. “It brings this incredible recognition, both of her and
her career, and of the dedication to the short story，” said one person.
Along with the well－respected title comes 1.3 million dollars. Munro said everything was “so surprising
and wonderful” and that she was “dazed by all the attention and affection that has been coming my way”．
Munro knew she was in the running—she was named the second－most likely person to win this year's
prize, after Haruki Murakami(村上春树) of Japan—but she never thought that she would win.
Munro's win also represents the long way Canadian writers have come. “When I began writing
there was a very small community of Canadian writers and little attention was paid by the world. Now
Canadian writers are read, admired and respected around the globe，” Munro said on Thursday.
She is technically not the first Canadian to win the Nobel Prize for Literature, but many like to think
that she is. In 1976 Saul Bellow, who was born in Quebec but moved to Chicago when he was still a child, won
the prize. Even though he was born in Canada, he is mostly considered to be an American writer.
“This is a win for us all. Canadians, by our very nature, are not very nationalistic，” said Geoffrey
Taylor. “But things like this suddenly make you want to find a flag.”
She wasn't sure if she would keep writing if she won the prize, saying that it would be “nice to go out
with a bang. But this may change my mind”．
16．What is the feature of Munro's stories?
A．They have their own complicated(复杂的) contents.
B．They have similar story backgrounds.
C．They have specific themes for children.
D．They have the same characters in each book.
17．For Munro, the Nobel Prize is an award for________．
A．her love for Canadian culture
B．her devotion to the short story
C．her special form of writing
D．her career of editing short stories
18．What is implied in the sixth paragraph?
A．Canadian writers paid little attention to the prize.
B．Canadian writers are just a small community.
C．Canadian writers have long been ignored.
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D．Canadian writers have a long way to win the prize.
19．What does the passage mainly tell us?
A．How Alice Munro wins the Nobel Prize.
B．An introduction to the Nobel Prize for Literature.
C．Alice Munro wins the Nobel Prize for Literature.
D．A world－famous writer, Alice Munro.
(2014﹒河北邯郸模拟)
Recently a study, led by Pedro Hallal of the Federal University, suggests that nearly a third of adults, 31%,
are not getting enough exercise. That rates of exercise have declined is hardly a new discovery. Since the
beginning of the industrial revolution, technology and economic growth have helped to create a world in which
taking exercise is more and more an option rather than a necessity. But only recently has enough good data been
collected from enough places to carry out the sort of analysis Dr Hallal and his colleagues have engaged in.
There are common themes in different places. Unsurprisingly, people in rich countries are less active
than those in poor ones, and old people are less active than young ones. Less obviously, women tend to exercise
less than men—34% are inactive, compared with 28% of men. But there are exceptions. The women of Croatia,
Finland, Iraq and Luxembourg, for example, move more than their male countrymen.
Malta wins the race for the most slothful country, with 72% of adults getting too little exercise, and
Swaziland and Saudi Arabia are in close behind, with 69%. In Bangladesh, just 5% of adults fail to exercise
enough. Surprisingly, six Americans in ten are active enough according to Dr Hallal's study, compared with fewer
than four in ten British.
These high rates of inactivity are worrying. Human beings seem to have evolved(进化) to benefit
from exercise while deliberately avoiding it whenever they can. In a state of nature it would be impossible to live
a life that did not provide enough of it. But that is no longer the case. Actually lack of enough activity these days
has nearly the same effect on life span(寿命) as smoking.
20．We may learn from Paragraph 1 that________．
A．the decline of exercise rates is newly discovered
B．the study suggests 31% of female adults get too little exercise
C．the good enough data has been collected from only one country
D．the industrial revolution has changed the way people live to some degree
21．According to the study, women of Luxembourg ________．
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A．have little time to exercise
B．hate to get regular exercise
C．take more exercise to lose weight
D．exercise more than men in their country
22．The underlined word “slothful” in Paragraph 3 most probably means “________”．
A．powerful B．rich
C．lazy D．unpopular
23．What can be the best title for the text?
A．Worldwide lack of enough exercise
B．A new health discovery
C．Evolvement of human beings
D．Benefits of taking exercise
(2014﹒河北唐山模拟)
Helen Thomas, the pioneering White House reporter known for putting presidents on the hot seat, died at
92.
To those who regularly watch presidential press conferences, Helen Thomas is a familiar figure.Usually
dressed in red and always seated in the front row, she is always the first or second reporter the president calls
upon.It is an honour she has earned.Besides, it affords her the perfect opportunity to do what she does best—
challenge the president and other public officials to tell the plain truth.She said, “We reporters' priority(首要事情)
is the people's right to know—without fear or favour.We are the people's servants.”
Helen Thomas was born in Kentucky in 1920.All the nine Thomas' children were brought up to
value education, and all were expected to make something of themselves through working hard.She made up her
mind while still in high school to become a reporter after writing for the student newspaper.After receiving her
bachelor's degree in 1942, Thomas headed straight for Washington D．C.in search of a newspaper job.Before
long, she landed one at Washington Daily News.Her duty included fetching coffee and doughnuts for the
paper's reporters and editors.The eager young woman found the atmosphere exciting and was convinced she had
made the right career choice.
Her big break came when she was sent to Florida to report on the vacation of President John F．
Kennedy and his family.Once President Kennedy took office, Thomas changed her focus from the president's
family to his policies.She began attending the daily press briefings at the White House as well as presidential
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press conferences.Thomas has covered every president since Kennedy.Over the years, Thomas found her job
“thrilling and inspiring”， but never boring.And she took very seriously her duty to “keep an eye on the
president” and keep American people informed.
19．What can we learn about Helen Thomas from the passage?
A．Her career took off after covering President Kennedy.
B．Her first job was to deliver doughnuts to a news agency.
C．She was born into a large family in Kentucky in 1942.
D．She decided to be a reporter while in college.
20．Paragraph 3 is written to show Helen Thomas________．
A．is a good decision maker for her career
B．appreciates education and hard work
C．wants to be famous by writing reports
D．has great support from her family
21．What does Helen Thomas think of her work?
A．Unbearable. B．Exciting.
C．Challenging. D．Unforgettable.
22．What can be the best title for the passage?
A．A reporter sticking to the facts
B．A reporter challenging President Kennedy
C．A reporter from an ordinary family
D．A reporter for Washington Daily News
(2014﹒太原五中12 月月考)
WASHINGTON—Patients with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, often develop vitamin deficiencies(缺乏).
A new study has found that giving these patients a multivitamin with a mineral supplement(补充) helps to fight
the disease and slows the disease's progression.
Sub－Saharan Africa has always been the centre of the AIDS. In Botswana, despite aggressive prevention
campaigns, one out of every four adults is infected with HIV. Professor Marianna Baum based her latest research
there.
Baum recruited almost 900 newly infected adults who had not yet received the anti－AIDS drugs that
target the virus.
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These adults were then divided into groups that randomly received different combinations of
vitamins B, C and E, the mineral selenium(硒) or a placebo(安慰剂)．
Most patients with HIV become deficient in these vitamins, which help improve immunity(免疫). Baum
said she initially thought the multivitamins alone or selenium alone would be effective in strengthening the
immune system, but found that incorrect.
“We were surprised to find that only the combination was effective，” said Baum.
Research shows that when people with HIV receive anti－retroviral drugs (抗逆转录病毒药物) shortly
after infection, they can remain healthy and are less likely to pass the virus to others. For many countries,
however, the cost of these anti－AIDS drugs is still prohibitive.
Baum said the vitamin and mineral combination treatment should help low－income countries better
control the virus.
“A simple multivitamin supplementation with selenium provided early in HIV disease can actually
slow the HIV disease progression and it is safe. It is low cost and it should be provided very early in HIV
infection，” said Baum.
Baum said the supplements are not meant to replace anti－retroviral therapy, but can help those who
cannot obtain the drugs.
Dr Anthony Fauci, a world－famous expert on AIDS, disagreed.
“I haven't read the paper, but having taken care of HIV－infected individuals for three decades, I would
doubt that vitamins are going to have a major effect on stopping the virus，” said Fauci.
Fauci said vitamin and mineral supplements may make a patient generally healthier, but the only thing that
truly works to stop HIV is anti－retroviral treatment.
Baum's study was published in The Journal of the American Medical Association.
1．Where is the passage probably taken?
A．A scientific report.
B．A newspaper.
C．A school textbook.
D．A science fiction.
2．What can we learn from professor Baum's study?
A．It is vitamin deficiencies that may have caused people to develop AIDS.
B. More than one third people in Botswana are diagnosed with HIV disease.
C. Professor Baum divided 900 HIV patients randomly into several groups.
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D. Only the combination of vitamin and mineral could slow AIDS' process.
3．Which of the statements is possibly supported by Dr Anthony Fauci?
A．The finding is great news for low－income patients.
B. Vitamins will have a great impact on stopping HIV.
C. Anti－retroviral treatment is effective to stop HIV.
D. Vitamins should be used early in HIV infection.
4．The underlined word “prohibitive” in Paragraph 7 is closest to “________” in meaning.
A．deadly B．costly
C．decreasing D．forbidding
(2014﹒湖北八校联考)
Do you enjoy seeing the stars twinkling at night? Or do you love the ocean and sea, diving and racing
with lovely dolphins? With heavy burdens on their shoulders, teenagers find it hard to pull out. Even if they are
free, they prefer to occupy themselves with computer games or watching TV. How to get children away from
screens is a great concern for parents. Now there is some good news for those concerned parents and teachers.
A campaign is being launched to encourage children to surrender 30 minutes of screen time a day to head
for the great outdoors.
The newly formed Wild Network, a collaboration of nearly 400 organizations, is attempting to attract
youngsters away from television and computer screens and into fields, woods and parks.
Organizers say it is the UK's biggest ever campaign to reconnect children with nature and outdoor
play, and claim it could help improve fitness, mental alertness and general well－being.
A documentary film, Project Wild Thing, will herald the launch at more than 50 cinemas across the UK
from Friday. It looks at the increasingly fragile link between children and nature.
Members of the network include the National Trust, RSPB, Play England and the NHS Sustainable
Development Unit.
Andy Simpson, chairman of Wild Network, said, “The tragic truth is that kids have lost touch with nature
and the outdoors in just one generation.”Time spent outdoors is down, roaming ranges have fallen drastically,
activity levels are declining and the ability to identify common species has been lost.
Suggestions of how to get more time in nature include collecting conkers(七叶树果实), camping,
snail racing, and observing autumn colours on trees.
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From January, the network will aim to make suggestions to politicians on how government can do more
to_get_children_muddy_and_bright
－
eyed.
This is not the first time the message of fewer screens, more play has been brought up. Children in the
1980s were entreated to do the same by the BBC TV series Why Don't You, which somewhat confusingly called
on its viewers to “switch off your TV set, and go to do something less boring instead”．
5．What is the main purpose of the campaign in the UK?
A．To save 30 minutes for watching TV programmes each day.
B．To encourage children to play outdoors.
C．To see the documentary film Project Wild Thing.
D．To teach students how to learn more efficiently in schools.
6．According to the organizers of Wild Network, there will be many advantages from the campaign
EXCEPT ________．
A．improving health conditions
B．keeping touch with nature
C．learning more about wildlife
D．teaching children how to make full use of their spare time
7．The underlined part “to get children muddy and bright－eyed” in Paragraph 9 means “________
”．
A．to make children covered with mud
B．to urge politicians to do more things for children
C．to encourage children to take part in outdoor activities
D．to help children identify common species
8．Which of the following could be the best title for the passage?
A．A new campaign
B．Fewer screens, more play outdoors
C．A newly formed Wild Network
D．Children get to know wild things
(2014﹒安徽·阅读理解A)
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Personal Robot,Make your parents and teachers happy！,Are you having problems finishing your
homework on time? Do you avoid tidying your room until your mum shouts at you? You don't need to worry if
you buy a Mr. Helping Hand personal robot. Mr H can be programmed to organize your homework. Your own
personal robot will follow you around, putting away books and objects that you have left on the floor or bed.,Mr
H also has these features(特点)：,·weighs only 500 grams,·includes longlasting batteries,·comes with a 5year
guarantee,·remembers simple instructions,Originally(最初) sold for $499,NOW ONLY $299,BUY NOW)Ｋ
WATCH CONTROL
This is a watch that James Bond would be proud to wear!
This is NOT a watch for ordinary people!
Your electronic PENGO WATCH CONTROL
►acts as a remote control for TVs and videos.
►gives you a daily weather forecast.
►reminds you when to hand in your homework.
►sets off a silent warning alarm when parents or teachers are near.
Besides, your PENGO WATCH CONTROL will always tell you the time accurately!
Originally sold for $199
NOW ONLY $99
For further information, click here.56.With help from a Mr H, you can________．
A．stop using batteries
B．finish your homework on time
C．remember your teachers' instructions
D．get your room tidied on your way home
57．A PENGO WATCH CONTROL can help you to ________．
A．repair your TV
B．organize your homework
C．be a James Bond
D．know what the weather is like
58．You can get your Mr H for________．
A．$499 B．$299
C．$199 D．$99
59．Where would you be most likely to find the two texts?
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A．On a notice board.
B．In a company brochure.
C．On a teenage website.
D．In a college newspaper.
(2014﹒北京·阅读理解A)
Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium(水族馆)
The allnew Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium，situated in the heart of Melbourne's CBD, is one of Victoria's
leading visitor attractions and an unforgettable outing for the whole family.Having 12 amazing zones of
discovery，Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium is the very place that you cannot miss when you visit the city.
◆Opening times
Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium is open from 9：30 am until 6：00 pm every day of the year, including
public holidays. Last admission is at 5：00 pm, one hour before closing.
◆Location(位置)
Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium is located on the corner of Flinders Street and King Street,
Melbourne.It is situated on the Yarra River, opposite Crown Entertainment Complex.
◆Getting to Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium
Train
Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium is a short walk from either Flinders or Southern Cross train stations.
Tram(有轨电车)
The Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium tram stop is located on the free City Circle Tram route(公交线
路) and also routes 70 and 75.City Circle trams run every 10 minutes in both directions.
Shuttle bus
The Melbourne City Tourist Shuttle is a free bus service, stopping at key tourist attractions in and around
the City. Running daily, every 15 minutes from 10：00 am to 4：00 pm.
◆Car parking
While there is no public car parking at Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium, there are several public car
parking lots available only a short walk away.
◆Wheelchair access
Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium provides people in wheelchairs with full access to all 12 zones. Each
floor also has wheelchair accessible toilets.
◆Terms
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Tickets will be emailed to you immediately after purchase or you can download and print your
ticket once payment has been accepted.Please print out all tickets purchased and present at the front
entrance of Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium. No ticket, no entry!
56．Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium________．
A. is located at the centre of the CBD in the city
B. has 12 most attractive places in Melbourne
C. admits visitors from 9：30 am until 6：00 pm
D. is beside Crown Entertainment Complex
57．Getting to Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium, visitors can take ________．
A. trains from Southern Cross train station
B. shuttle buses around the train station
C. boats across the Yarra River
D. either tram route 70 or 75
58．Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium offers visitors ________．
A. free car parking
B. wheelchair access
C. Internet connection
D. transportation service
59. Tickets to Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium ________．
A. are free to all visitors
B. can be purchased by email
C. are checked at the entrance
D. can be printed at the ticket office
(2014﹒福建·阅读理解C)
BLOOD DRIVE & MARROW(骨髓) REGISTRATION
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“These patients deserve a chance at a normal, happy future and they rely on the kindness of strangers to
make that happen.”
—Daisy, Isabelle's Mother
Isabelle is the daughter of Daisy and Saman Mirzaei. In January 2008 Isabelle was diagnosed(诊断)
with a genetic blood disorder, beta thalassemia. Isabelle's body is unable to produce healthy red blood cells. As a
result, Isabelle has been receiving blood transfusions(输血) every 4～6 weeks since she was 11 months old. A
lifetime of regular transfusions can lead to serious medical problems. Her only chance at a normal, healthy life is
to have a marrow transplant. Isabelle is an only child, so doctors have started a search for an unrelated marrow
donor through the Be The Match Registry. The Mirzaei family asks that you consider helping patients like
Isabelle by registering to be a marrow donor and give the gift of life, the gift of blood.
Held at Wiley Hall
Wednesday,_March_26,_2014
Behind Heathman Dormitory/Butterfield Rd.
12
：
00
_PM—6_：
00
_PM
Don't forget to bring your driver's licence or
another form of identification when you donate.
Visit www.ribc.org to make an appointment,
Sponsor Code 3390.
FREE Kingston Pizza！！！
Marrow Donors: BE THE MATCH
·be 18 to 44 years old bethematch.org
·in good health
·give a swab(化验标本) of your cheek cells for marrow typing
·FREE—sponsored(赞助) by Michael's Fund
www.ribc.org 8002838385
The Rhode Island Blood Centre distributes
blood products to hospitals in Rhode Island and
Southern New England.
65．We can learn from the passage that________．
A．the blood drive is organized by Isabelle's mother
B．Isabelle receives blood transfusions regularly
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C．Isabelle has been ill for 11 months
D．doctors will sponsor Isabelle's family
66．To be a marrow donor, you must________．
A．be a relative of the patient
B．carry a driver's licence
C．be at least 18 years old
D．apply to Michael's Fund
67．Those who want to help patients like Isabelle can ________．
A．come to Wiley Hall every Wednesday
B．visit www.ribc.org for an appointment
C．contact their parents at 8002838385
D．call at hospitals in Rhode Island
(2014﹒湖北·阅读理解D)
You've flown halfway around the world; you've sniffed out this place that nobody in Falongland or
Thailand seems to have ever heard of; so what on earth is there to do here? You consider this question as you sink
into an old wooden beach chair that holds you above the sand.
It was a long journey from Bangkok to Huaplee. By the time you found the bus station and got
yourself sorted out, it took almost as long as the flight from Falongland.
Huaplee is located just south of Hua Hin, about two hundred kilometres from Bangkok, down the west
side of the Gulf of Thailand. Not many tourists find this place, and the ones that do wonder if finding it has been
their purpose all along.
There's an apparent laziness that surrounds you here. It's what this place offers, and it's free of charge.
The small waves that tap the shoreline seem to slow everything down. You settle into your beach chair in
preparation for a long rest. You sit there and watch the sea.
It's early afternoon, so the cook comes out and asks what you'd like to eat this evening. Before long he's
rushed off to the market to buy the ingredients for whatever it was that you ordered—every meal fresh and to
order. No menu here.
There is no poolside noise here but just that wonderfully warm, clear blue sea. There's no street noise.
The only sounds are the murmurs of nature.
For now you just count your blessings(福祉), listing them in the sand with your toe(脚趾). You don't
have to worry about being late for work. You don't have to do anything.
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The beach to your right stretches off to the horizon(地平线), slowly narrowing to nothingness only to re
emerge again on your left, now steadily widening until it covers the chair beneath you. Sand to your left and sand
to your right; it's unbroken, endless. No start, no end, just sand, sun, and peace. Step off it, and you reenter the
world of traffic, stress, work, and hurry.
Normally you're the type who can't sit still for more than ten minutes, but you're on Huaplee Lazy
Beach now and, in the right frame of mind, it stretches all the way around the world.
“How could it take me so long to find it？” you wonder.
63. When the author first went to Huaplee Beach, ________．
A. he found it unworthwhile
B. he failed to sort himself out
C. he became sensitive to smell
D. he had difficulty in finding it
64. What is special about the food service at Huaplee Beach?
A. No menu. B. Free food.
C. Self service. D. Quick delivery.
65. In the author's opinion, a tourist can enjoy Huaplee Beach most when he ________．
A. sits in a beach chair
B. forgets his daily routine
C. plans a detailed schedule
D. draws pictures in the sand
66. What does the author imply by his question at the end of the passage?
A. He shouldn't have counted his blessings.
B. He should have understood the wonder of nature.
C. He shouldn't have spent so much time on the trip.
D. He should have come to the place earlier.
(2014﹒湖北·阅读理解A)
Want to improve your writing skills? New Writing South is directing the way!
•Towner Writer Squad(班组) for kids aged 13～17
Led by comedy and TV writer, Marian Kilpatrick, Towner Writer Squad will meet once a month at
the contemporary art museum for 11 months, starting 12 October, 2014.
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The FREE squad sessions will include introductions to a wide range of writing styles, from poetry to play
writing and lyrics(抒情诗) to flash fiction, to support the development of young writers.
Application & Selection
If you would like to apply to be part of the Towner Writer Squad, please send a sample piece of your
writing (about 500 words), responding to the title“LUNCH”，with your name, age, address and email address to:
debo@newwritingsouth.com.
Once all applications are in, you will be invited to an open selection event on 17 September, 4—5 pm, at
the gallery of Towner. This will be an informal opportunity to meet the Squad Leader, Squad Associate and other
young people.
You will also have a chance to get to know the fantastic gallery space and get a taste of what's to
come.
Deadline for applications: 8 September, 2014
For further information go to: faceboo/towner or towner.org.uk or newwritingsouth.com.
Any questions—feel free to send your email to Towner Writer Squad Associate:
wharne@towner.gov.uk.
﹡ ﹡ ﹡ ﹡ ﹡ ﹡ ﹡ ﹡
•Beginner Writing Project for kids aged 10～13
Due to popular demand, a writing project will be started for eager beginners.
Start time: 6 September, 2014
Meet every other Saturday，2—4 pm, at the Towner Study Centre.
Study and write at your own pace—you do not have to rush—as you have a year to go through
the project. Practise under the guidance of some experienced writers and teachers who can help you with
basic writing skills. Most importantly, build confidence and have fun while writing！
No previous experience or special background is required. Many others have been successful this
way. If they can do it, why can't you?
Fee: ￡179
For more information go to: newtowner.org.uk or generate.org.uk.
56. Towner Writer Squad will be started ________．
A. to train comedy and TV writers
B. to explore the fantastic gallery space
C. to introduce a contemporary art museum
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D. to promote the development of young writers
57. To join the Writer Squad，each applicant should first ________.
A. provide a piece of their writing
B. meet the Writer Squad Leader
C. offer their family information
D. complete an application form
58. Applications for the Writer Squad should be emailed no later than ________．
A. 6 September, 2014
B. 8 September, 2014
C. 17 September, 2014
D. 12 October, 2014
59. What is most important for the beginners?
A. Practising as much as possible.
B. Gaining confidence and having fun.
C. Studying and writing at their own pace.
D. Learning skills from writers and teachers.
60. More information about Beginner Writing Project can be found at ________．
A. faceboo/towner
B. newwritingsouth.com
C. newtowner.org.uk
D. towner.org.uk
(2014﹒江苏·阅读理解A)
Never before had a kitchen
so much of a history
It tells of Freedom, Success, and of the Architecture of big American cities. Because that is where it started:
in the second half of the 19th century!
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Welcome to a new Era of Kitchen Interior Design
Back then, a Generation of successful American Entrepreneurs dreamt of a new style of Architecture to
express their personal wealth. This dream was realized by young architects such as Daniel Burnham and Stanford
White. They
all had studied at the E＇cole des BeauxArts in Paris. And they created a new style for Architecture and
Interior Design, named after the famous French Art Institute: BeauxArts.
SieMatic BeauxArts breaks and creates
In fact it was not a new style at all, but a composition of styles from different periods and cultures. Many
worldfamous structures such as the Chicago Art Institute and the Statue of Liberty account for it. But what does
that have to do with your kitchen? Just as much as you want it to. Because in the same way that the anti
conventional architects back then took the freedom to combine elements from different historical eras, today, you
too can break the conventional rules of style and create something new: your own personal composition of your
kitchen. For that, SieMatic BeauxArts offers unique opportunities: A broad range of seemingly conflicting
features that you combine to a harmonious design of your own. You can choose from menu of various forms,
appealing colours, and precious materials, to create an environment that is much more than just a kitchen: a
reflection of your personality.
56．Why did the BeauxArts style attract American Entrepreneurs?
A．It helped display their money status.
B．It was created by famous architects.
C．It was named after a famous institute.
D．It represented the 19th century urban culture.
57．What is unique of SieMatic BeauxArts?
A．Its designs are anticonventional.
B．Its designs come from famous structures.
C．Its customers can enjoy their own composition.
D．Its customers can choose from various new styles.
(2014﹒江苏·阅读理解D)
August 1990, Boston
Dear Maya Shaoming，
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To me, June 6，1990 is a special day. My longawaited dream came true the minute your father cried, “A
girl！” You are more than just a second child, more than just a girl to match our boy. You, little daughter, are
the link to our female line, the legacy of another woman's pain and sacrifice 31 years ago.
Let me tell you about your Chinese grandmother. Somewhere in Hong Kong, in the late fifties, a
young waitress found herself pregnant(怀孕) by a cook, probably a coworker at her restaurant. She carried the
baby to term, suffered to give it birth, and kept the little girl for the first three months of her life. I like to think
that my mother—your grandmother—loved me and fought to raise me on her own, but that the daily struggle was
too hard. Worn down by the demands of the new baby and perhaps the constant threat of starvation, she made the
painful decision to give away her girl so that both of us might have a chance for a better life.
More likely, I was dropped at the orphanage(孤儿院) steps or somewhere else. I will probably never know
the truth. Having a baby in her unmarried state would have brought shame on the family in China, so she probably
kept my existence a secret. Once I was out of her life, it was as if I had never been born. And so you and your
brother and I are the missing leaves on a family tree.
Do they ever wonder if we exist?
Before I was two, I was adopted by an Anglo couple. Fed three square meals a day, I grew like a wild
weed and grasped all the opportunities they had to offer—books, music, education, church life and community
activities. In a family of blueeyed blonds, though, I_stood_out_like_a_sore_thumb. Whether from jealousy or fear
of someone who looked so different, my older brothers sometimes teased me about my unpleasing skin, or made
fun of my clumsy walk. Moody and impatient, burdened by fears that none of us realized resulted from my
early years of need, I was not an easy child to love. My mother and I conflicted countless times over the years,
but gradually came to see one another as real human beings with faults and talents, and as women of strength in
our own right. Lacking a mirror image in the mother who raised me, I had to seek my identity as a woman on my
own. The Asian American community has helped me regain my double identity.
But part of me will always be missing: my beginnings, my personal history, all the delicate details that
give a person her origin. Nevertheless, someone gave me a lucky name “Siu Wai”. “Siu” means “little”， and
“Wai” means “clever”. Therefore, my baby name was “Clever little one”. Who chose those words? Who cared
enough to note my arrival in the world?
I lost my Chinese name for 18 years. It was Americanized for convenience to “Sue”. But like an
illfitting coat, it made me uncomfortable. I hated the name. But even more, I hated being Chinese. It took many
years to become proud of my Asian origin and work up the courage to take back my birthname. That, plus a little
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knowledge of classroom Cantonese, is all the Chinese culture I have to offer you. Not white, certainly, but not
really Asian, I try to pave the way between the two worlds and bridge the gap for you. Your name, “Shaoming”，
is very much like mine—“Shao” means “little”. And “ming” is “bright”， as in a shining sun or moon. Whose
lives will you brighten, little Maya? Your_past_is_more_complete_than_mine,_and each day I cradle you in your
babyhood, generously giving you the loving care I lacked for my first two years. When I pat you, I comfort the
lost baby inside me who still cries for her mother.
Sweet Maya, it doesn't matter what you “become” later on. You have already fulfilled my wildest
dreams.
I love you，
Mummy
65．Why is June 6, 1990 a special day for Mummy?
A．Her dream of being a mother came true.
B．She found her origin from her Chinese mother.
C．She wrote the letter to her daughter.
D．Her female line was well linked.
66．How does Mummy feel about her being given away?
A．It is bitter and disappointing.
B．It is painful but understandable.
C．She feels sorry but sympathetic.
D．She feels hurt and angry.
67．What does “I stood out like a sore thumb” in Paragraph 5 mean?
A．I walked clumsily out of pains.
B．I was not easy to love due to jealousy.
C．I was impatient out of fear.
D．I looked different from others.
68．What can be inferred from Mummy's Anglo family life?
A．She used to experience an identity crisis.
B．She fought against her American identity.
C．She forgot the pains of her early years.
D．She kept her love for Asia from childhood.
69．Why did Mummy name her daughter “Shaoming”？
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A．To match her own birthname.
B．To brighten the lives of the family.
C．To identify her with Chinese origin.
D．To justify her pride in Chinese culture.
70．By “Your past is more complete than mine，” Mummy means ________．
A．her past was completed earlier than Shaoming's
B．Shaoming has got motherly care and a sense of roots
C．her mother didn't comfort her the way she did Shaoming
D．her past was spent brokenly, first in Asia, then in the US
(2014﹒江西·阅读理解B)
HOLIDAY FUN AT THE POWERHOUSE
500 HARRIS STREET ULTIMO·TELEPHONE
(02) 9217 0111
Join in the holiday fun at the Powerhouse this month linked to our new exhibition, Evolution &
Revolution: Chinese dress 1700s to now. DON'T FORGET our other special event, the Club Med Circus School
which is part of the Circus(马戏团)！150 years of circus in Australia exhibition experience!
◆Chinese Folk Dancing: Colourful Chinese dance and musical performances by The Chinese Folk
Dancing School of Sydney. Dances include: the Golden stick dance and the Chinese drum dance. A feature will be
the Qin Dynasty Emperor's court dance. Also included is a show of face painting for Beijing opera performances.
Sunday 29 June and Wednesday 2 July in the Turbine Hall, at 11：30 am & 1：30 pm.
◆Australian Chinese Children's Arts Theatre: Wellknown children's play experts from Shanghai lead
this dynamic youth group. Performances include Chinese fairy tales and plays.
Thursday 3 to Sunday 6 July in the Turbine Hall, at 11：30 am & 1：30 pm.
◆Chinese Youth League: A traditional performing arts group featuring performance highlights such as
Red scarf and Spring flower dances, and a musician playing Er Hu.
Sunday 6 to Tuesday 8 July in the Turbine Hall, 11：30 am to 1：30 pm.
◆Kids Activity: Make a Paper Horse: Young children make a paper horse cutout. (The horse is a
frequent theme in Chinese painting, indicating a kind of advancement.) Suitable for ages 8～12 years.
Saturday 28 June to Tuesday 8 July in the Turbine Hall, 12：00 pm to 1：00 pm.
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◆Club Med Circus School: Learn circus skills, including the trapeze, trampolining and magic. Note only
for children over 5. There are 40 places available in each 1 hour session and these must be booked at the front
desk, level 4, on the day.
Tuesday 1 to Saturday 5 July at 11：30 am & 1：00 pm.
Enjoy unlimited free visits and many other benefits by becoming a family member of the
Powerhouse. Our family memberships cover two adults and all children under the age of 16 years at the
one address.
Members receive Powerline, our monthly magazine, discounts in the shops and the restaurants, as well as
free admission to the Museum. All this for as little as $50.00 a year! Call (02)9217 0600 for more details.
61. When can you watch the Chinese drum dance?
A. On July 2. B. On July 3.
C. On July 6. D. On July 8.
62. To learn the magic tricks, you can go to ________．
A. Kids Activity
B. Chinese Youth League
C. Club Med Circus School
D. Children's Arts Theatre
63. What is required if you want to enjoy free visits to the Museum?
A. Calling (02)9217 0600.
B. Gaining family membership.
C. Coming for the holiday fun.
D. Paying Powerline $50.00 a year.
64. What is the main purpose of the text?
A. To attract visitors.
B. To present schedules.
C. To report the performances.
D. To teach kids Chinese arts.
(2014﹒新课标全国卷Ⅰ·阅读理解A)
The Cambridge Science Festival Curiosity Challenge
Dare to Take the Curiosity Challenge!
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The Cambridge Science Festival (CSF) is pleased to inform you of the sixth annual Curiosity Challenge.
The challenge invites, even dares school students between the ages of 5 and 14 to create artwork or a piece of
writing that shows their curiosity and how it inspires them to explore their world.
Students are being dared to draw a picture, write an article, take a photo or write a poem that shows
what they are curious about. To enter the challenge, all artwork or pieces of writing should be sent to the
Cambridge Science Festival, MIT Museum, 265 Mass Avenue, Cambridge 02139 by Friday, February 8th.
Students who enter the Curiosity Challenge and are selected as winners will be honoured at a special
ceremony during the CSF on Sunday, April 21st. Guest speakers will also present prizes to the students. Winning
entries will be published in a book. Student entries will be exhibited and prizes will be given. Families of those
who take part will be included in the celebration and brunch will be served.
Between March 10th and March 15h, each winner will be given the specifics of the closing ceremony and
the Curiosity Challenge celebration. The programme guidelines and other related information are available at：
http：//cambridgesciencefestival.org.
21. Who can take part in the Curiosity Challenge?
A. School students. B. Cambridge locals.
C. CSF winners. D. MIT artists.
22. When will the prizegiving ceremony be held?
A. On February 8th. B. On March 10th.
C. On March 15th. D. On April 21st.
23. What type of writing is this text?
A. An exhibition guide. B. An art show review.
C. An announcement. D. An official report.
(2014﹒新课标全国卷Ⅱ·阅读理解A)
Metro Pocket Guide
Metrorail(地铁)
Each passenger needs a farecard to enter and go out. Up to two children under age five may travel
free with a paying customer.
Farecard machines are in every station. Bring small bills because there are no change machines in
the stations and farecard machines only provide up to $5 in change.
Get one day of unlimited Metrorail rides with a One Day Pass. Buy it from a farecard machine in
Metro stations. Use it after 9：30 am until closing on weekdays, and all day on weekends and holidays.
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Ho
urs
_of_service
Open: 5 am Mon.—Fri. 7 am Sat.—Sun.
Close: midnight Sun.—Thur. 3 am Fri.—Sat.nights
Last train times vary. To avoid missing the last train, please check the last train times posted in
stations.
Metrobus
When paying with exact change, the fare is $1.35. When paying with a SmarTrip® card, the fare is $1.25.
Fares_for_senior/disabled_customers
Senior citizens 65 and older and disabled customers may ride for half the regular fare. On Metrorail
and Metrobus, use a senior/disabled farecard or SmarTrip® card. For more information about buying
senior/disabled farecards, SmarTrip® cards and passes, please visit MetroOpensDoors.com or call 2026377000
and 2026378000.
Senior citizens and disabled customers can get free guide on how to use proper Metrobus and Metrorail
services by calling 2029621100.
Travel_tips(提示)
•Avoid riding during weekday rush periods—before 9：30 am and between 4 and 6 pm.
•If you lose something on a bus or train or in a station, please call Lost & Found at 2029621195.
32. What should you know about farecard machines?
A. They start selling tickets at 9：30 am.
B. They are connected to change machines.
C. They offer special service to the elderly.
D. They make change for no more than $5.
33. At what time does Metrorail stop service on Saturday?
A. At midnight. B. At 3 am.
C. At 5 am. D. At 7 pm.
34. What is good about a SmarTrip® card?
A. It is convenient for old people.
B. It saves money for its users.
C. It can be bought at any time.
D. It is sold on the Internet.
35. Which number should you call if you lose something on the Metro?
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A. 2029621195.
B. 2029621100.
C. 2026377000.
D. 2026378000.
(2014﹒辽宁·阅读理解B)
(Q＝Question；A＝Answer)
Situation Ⅰ
Q：If someone sits right next to me in an empty movie theatre，is it rude to move?
A：Maybe，but nobody will fault you for it.Chances are that the close sitter doesn't realize he disturbs
you，so he may miss your annoyance.You undoubtedly aren't the first person he's met who needs enough
room.Forgive his bad judgement，move quietly and enjoy the show.
Situation Ⅱ
Q：If I use the bathroom at a store，do I need to buy something?
A：Consider frequency and urgency.Is this a onetime thing or an emergency？If so，you don't have to buy
anything，but it would be kind if you did.However，if you regularly use the bathroom at this place，then you
are a customer，and you should act like one.
Situation Ⅲ
Q：If someone is talking loudly on the bus，is there a nice way to ask him to keep it down?
A：No.Try other means：1)Stare at him until he gets aware of it and quiets down.2)Lift your finger in a
silence motion(动作) and smile.3)Put on earphones and ignore him.
Situation Ⅳ
Q：If I remember my friend's birthday a day late，should I apologize or just wish her a happy birthday
like nothing happened?
A：This is the reason why the word belated was invented.“Happy belated birthday！” is short for“Well，I
know I forgot，but then I remembered.Forgive me and happy birthday.”
Situation Ⅴ
Q：Can I lie about seeing a text because I was too busy or lazy to respond(回复) to it?
A：Don't lie.Receiving a text does not mean you need to respond to it.Why waste a perfectly good lie when
the truth will serve？“Yes，”you can say if ever asked，“I saw it.” No explanation is needed as to why you
don't respond.
25．You will get annoyed in a theatre when ________.
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A．a person is too active
B．a person is too rude to you
C．a person talks too loudly
D．a person sits too close to you
26．How will you quiet someone down in a public place?
A．By making fun of him continuously.
B．By looking purposefully at him.
C．By talking to him directly.
D．By pointing angrily at him.
27．The underlined word “belated” in Situation Ⅳ probably means ________.
A．predicted B．returned
C．cancelled D．delayed
28．What is the passage mainly about?
A．Modern ways to mind your manners.
B．Different ways to change others' manners.
C．Proper manners to offer help to others.
D．Good manners to talk to people.
(2014﹒四川·阅读理解A)
Do you want to get home from work knowing you have made a real difference in someone's life?
If yes, don't care about sex or age! Come and join us, then you'll_make_it!_
Position: Volunteer Social Care Assistant
(No Pay with Free Meals)
Place: Manchester
Hours: Part Time
We are now looking for volunteers to support people with learning disabilities to live active lives!
Only 4 days left. Don't miss the chance of lending your warm hands to help others!
Role：
You will provide people with learning disabilities with all aspects of their daily lives. You will help
them to develop new skills. You will help them to protect their rights and their safety. But your
primary concern is to let them know they are valued.
Skills and Experience Required：
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You will have the right values and great listening skills. You will be honest and patient. You will
have the ability to drive a car and to communicate in fluent written and spoken English since you'll have
to help those people with different learning disabilities. Previous carerelated experience will be a great advantage
for you.
31. The text is meant to ________．
A. leave a note
B. send an invitation
C. present a document
D. carry an advertisement
32. What does the underlined part mean?
A．You'll make others' lives more meaningful with this job.
B. You'll arrive home just in time from this job.
C. You'll earn a good salary from this job.
D. You'll succeed in getting this job.
33. The volunteers' primary responsibility is to help people with learning disabilities ________．
A. to get some financial support
B. to properly protect themselves
C. to learn some new living skills
D. to realize their own importance
34. Which of the following can first be chosen as a volunteer?
A. The one who can drive a car.
B. The one who has done similar work before.
C. The one who has patience to listen to others.
D. The one who can use English to communicate.
(2014﹒重庆·阅读理解B)
There have always been a lot of commonly believed but false ideas about being fat and doing
exercise.Some people believe that they can't help putting on weight as they get older, while others hold
that if they stop exercising, their muscles will turn into fat. Here are some more myths：
I’ll never lose weight—I come from a fat family
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Wrong! While we can't change the body type we are born with, we can't blame our genes for making us fat.
There's plenty of evidence that fatness runs in families, and the main reason is that they share the same habits of
eating too much and exercising too little.
I am fat because I burn calories slowly
Wrong! Fatness is not caused by a slow metabolism(新陈代谢). In fact, although fat people consume more
energy than slim people, they also fail to realize how much they eat! Keeping a diary can help you work out your
daily food intake more accurately.
Exercise is boring
Wrong! Anything will become boring if you do it repetitively. The key is to develop a balanced and varied
programme that's fun as well as progressive. If you enjoy a Sunday walk, take a different route. If you do yoga, try
a tai chi class. If you like swimming, set yourself a distance or time challenge.
No pain, no gain
Wrong! Exercise is not meant to hurt. Indeed, pain is your body telling you something's wrong, and
continuing to exercise could lead to serious injury. You may experience mild discomfort as you begin to exercise
regularly, but this is your body adapting to the positive changes in your lifestyle and the aches should disappear
relatively quickly. If they don't, rest and seek medical advice.
40. What does the author think about being fat?
A. It is the family genes that make people fat.
B. People are fat because they consume too little energy.
C. A diary of exercise can prevent people from becoming fat.
D. It is the consequence of people's unbalanced lifestyle.
41. According to the author, how can we make exercise more interesting?
A. By taking varied exercise.
B. By choosing simple exercise.
C. By doing regular exercise.
D. By sticking to outdoor exercise.
42. What is the author's opinion about “No pain, no gain” in exercising?
A. Keeping fit is essentially a painful experience.
B. Exercise should be stopped if continuous pain is felt.
C. Pain in exercise is a precondition for reaching your goal.
D. Getting used to pain leads to positive changes in your body.
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43. What is the purpose of the passage?
A. To declare the importance of keeping fit.
B. To clarify some misconceptions about fatness and exercise.
C. To confirm what has long been believed about keeping fit.
D. To explain some medical facts about being fat and doing exercise.
(2014﹒长春第一次调研考试·阅读理解B)
Hearst Castle
Hearst Castle is a park on the central California coast and a National Historic Landmark. It was
designed by Julia Morgan for William Randolph Hearst from 1919 until 1947. In 1957, the owner
donated the fortune to the state of California. Since that time it has been a state historic park where its large
collection of art and antiques are open for public tours. Despite its location far from any urban centre, the site
attracts roughly one million visitors per year.
Guided tours
●Tour 1 is recommended for first time visitors. It now includes the movie, Hearst Castle Building
the Dream.
●Tour 2 gives visitors a closer look at the main house's upper floors, Mr Hearst's private suite, the
libraries, and the kitchen.
●Tour 3 looks at the Castle's North Wing, guest rooms and guest house Casa Del Monte.
●Tour 4 includes the impressive gardens and grounds, the largest guest house, the wine basement, and
the Hidden Terrace.
●The evening tour is a special tour that allows visitors to experience the Castle at night as one of
the Hearst's own visitors might have.
Ticket prices
Hearst Castle accepts VISA, Master Card, American Express and Discover. Free day use parking is
available for automobiles, motorcycles, tour buses and recreational vehicles.
Tours
Adult
Ages 6～17
Tour 1
$24
$12
Tours 2, 3 or 4
$24
$12
Evening tour
$30
$15
* Children under 6 are free when accompanied by a paying adult.
Reservation(预订) information
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While tickets may be purchased at the Visitor Centre upon arrival, tour reservations can be made
online now or by calling 1－800－444－4445, see below for times.
Reservation call centre hours
Dates
Monday—Friday
Saturday—Sunday
March—September
8 am to 6 pm
8 am to 6 pm
October—February
9 am to 5 pm
9 am to 3 pm
Visit www.hearstcastle.org for more information.
20．Who does Hearst Castle belong to at present?
A．William Randolph Hearst.
B. Julia Morgan.
C. The Hearst Corporation.
D. The state of California.
21．If you are quite interested in wine, which tour will you choose?
A．Tour 1. B．Tour 2.
C．Tour 3. D．Tour 4.
22．If a couple take Tour 1 with their 5－year－old son, how much will they pay for the tickets?
A．36. B．48.
C．60. D．75.
23．Which of the following is the available time to book tickets by phone?
A．At 8 am on Monday in February.
B．At 9 am on Sunday in March.
C．At 7 pm on Friday in September.
D．At 6 pm on Saturday in October.
(2014﹒东北教研联合一)
Dear Gregory，
Merry Christmas! You are now the proud owner of an iPhone. You are a good and responsible 13－year－
old boy and you deserve this gift. But with your acceptance of this present come some rules and regulations.
Please read through the following list of rules. I hope that you understand that it is my job to form you into a well
－rounded, healthy young man who can coexist with technology without being ruled by it. Failure to comply(遵
守) with the following list will result in termination(终止) of your iPhone ownership.
1．It is my phone. I bought it. I paid for it. I am loaning(借) it to you. Aren't I the greatest?
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2．If it rings, answer it. It is a phone. Say hello and use your manners. Do not ever ignore a phone call if
the screen reads “Mum” and “Dad”．
3．It does not go to school with you. Have conversations with your friends in person. That's an
important life skill. But half days, field trips and after school activities will require special consideration.
4．If it falls into the toilet, breaks up on the ground or disappears into thin air, you are responsible for the
replacement or repair costs. Mow lawns, take up babysitting or save up your birthday money. Accidents will
happen, so you should be prepared.
5．Turn it off，silence it and put it away in public—especially in a restaurant, at the movies or while
speaking with another human being. You are not a rude person. Do not allow your new toy to change that.
6．Live within your experiences. They will be stored in your memory forever. Don't take too many
pictures and videos. There is no need to document everything.
7．Learn to live without it. Be bigger and more powerful than your “FOMO”—fear of missing
out.Leave your phone at home sometimes and feel safe and secure in that decision. It is not alive, nor is it an
extension of your body.
8．Keep your eyes up. See the world happening around you. Stare out a window. Listen to the
birds. Take a walk. Wonder without Googling.
9．If you mess up，I will take away your phone. We will sit down and talk about it. We will start over
again. You and I，we are always learning. I am on your side and we are in this together.
Love，
Mum
1．The author's main purpose in writing the article is to ________．
A．explain to Gregory the functions of the new mobile phone
B．show Gregory how much thought has been put into this gift
C．inform Gregory of good manners he has to follow in public
D．make a deal with Gregory on the use of his Christmas gift—an iPhone
2．If Gregory loses his iPhone, he ________．
A．will get a new one from his parents
B．has to pay for a new one himself
C．will never receive gifts from his parents
D．must learn to live without a phone
3．We can learn from the article that Gregory's parents ________．
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A．set rules and regulations in every aspect of his life
B．expect him to do something in return for this gift
C．are worried about his manners and carelessness
D．don't want him to be addicted to electronic products
4．Gregory has to follow the rules below EXCEPT that ________．
A．be sure to answer his parents' calls
B．keep the phone in silence when he's at the cinema
C．record his life as much as possible using the phone
D．bring the phone with him on field trips when necessary
(2014﹒甘肃兰州一诊)
Here is some general information about Edison Elementary School.For more information, you can
visit our website which is printed on the cover.
Attendance
Please contact the office at 480－472－5282 if your child is going to be absent.
The Renaissance Reading
The Accelerated Reader (AR) Programme is a computerized reading enrichment programme that combines
great children's literature with computer skills.As an individualized reading programme, it is designed to motivate
students to read more and to read good literature.Students of different abilities can use this programme.It is not a
competitive programme but one that improves any students' reading ability.
Here is how it works.Students select books in their reading range from our Accelerated Reader Selection
and read it at their own pace.Once the student has completed the book, he/she is ready to take an AR quiz.Each
quiz consists of 5, 10, or 20 multiple choice comprehensive questions about the book.
After taking the quiz, the computer shows the student how many questions he/she answered correctly,
shows the correct answers for missed questions, and praises the students' efforts with an on－screen personalized
message.Passing the quiz assures the teacher and the parents that the child actually read and understood the
book.Each student tests independently—reading the quiz questions himself/herself.
The computer keeps track of reading points, books, and average test scores, as well as other data.A
student may test on a book only once and should, therefore, have thoroughly read and understood the contents
before taking the quiz.Each student is responsible for reading the screen to be sure that the quiz, by title and
author, is the correct one he/she wishes to take.
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Students are recognized for their accomplishments with praise from the teachers and special
recognition at the classroom level when individual and/or classroom goals are met.
P．T.O.
We have an active Parent－Teacher Organization.They have monthly meeting. Check the calendar for the
meeting times and places.
20．The passage may be selected from ________．
A．a magazine B．a newspaper
C．a website D．a novel
21．The passage is written for ________．
A．general readers B．parents
C．teachers D．primary students
22．Which of the following is TRUE about how the Renaissance Reading works?
A．Students select books based on the instruction of the computer.
B．Students take the quiz without other arrangements.
C．The result of the quiz will be kept by teachers.
D．The summary of the book to be selected is shown on the screen.
23．It can be inferred from the passage that ________．
A．students won't be punished if they don't pass the quiz
B．students only have one chance to test on a book
C．students won't be praised if they reach their goals
D．parents meet the teachers once a term
(2014﹒吉林一检)
Dear Michelle，
My dad hates my mum. He tells me that she is a liar and that I should not trust her. Of course,
they are divorced but they have “joint custody” (共同监护). What a joke! I am 15, my brother is nine, and we
have a life of hell, frankly.
We live one week on and one week off. This was the brilliant idea of both of my parents, which was fair to
them but ruining my life. I cannot get away from his voice and his putting my mum down. Sometimes I think
about running away.
A Hopeless Ant
Dear Hopeless Ant，
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First, thank you for trusting me with your problem. If all you said is correct, then there are several things that
you can and should do to help yourself, your brother and your parents.
You need a family counsellor(指导老师). Such a person could listen to each family member alone and
then meet together to talk about the situation.
If refused, you need to talk to a counsellor in your school. You need to be heard, and you need an adult who
will listen. A school counsellor can organize a meeting with your parents.
Perhaps you need to write to your mother. Writing things down allows people to go over them
more than once.
I cannot imagine that she will stand passively by and do nothing at all to help once she reads how
you feel. Your father needs a letter as well. He may not realize the destructive effect that it has on his
children.
Lastly, have a plan in mind when all else fails that is not self－destructive. Life passes very quickly, and you
will grow up and have your own life.
Until then, you need to keep yourself safe. Never doubt that it will get better. Write back and let me know
how everything is going.
Michelle
16．The Hopeless Ant wrote the letter to ________．
A．express dissatisfaction with his parents
B．ask for advice seriously
C．make his father punished
D．just make a joke
17．According to Michelle, what will Mum do if the Hopeless Ant can write a letter to her?
A．She will pretend to know nothing at all.
B．She will do nothing to solve the problem.
C．She will try to help him.
D．She will be angry with him.
18．In which part of a magazine will the passage probably appear?
A．Entertainment. B．Advertisement.
C．Life. D．Education.
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专题十四 阅读理解之新闻报道、广告类
(2015﹒北京﹒阅读理解B)
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clearly without turning up the volume(音量) and now it’s better and more affordable than ever!
With TV Ears wireless technology, you set your own headset volume, while other TV listeners hear
the television at a volume level that’s comfortable for them. You can even listen through the
headset only and put the TV on mute(静音) if the situation calls for a quiet environment —maybe
the baby is sleeping. Or perhaps you are the only one who is interested in listening to the ballgame.
TV Ears patented technology includes a revolutionary noise reduction car tip, not used in any
other commercially available headset. This tip reduces outside noise so that television dialogue is
clear and understandable. Get the technology that has proven to help the most demanding
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60. TV Ears helps you _____.
A. improve your sleeping quality
B. listen to TV without disturbing others
C. change TV channels without difficulty
D. become interested in ballgame programs
61. What makes TV Ears different from other headsets?
A. It can easily set TV on mute.
B. Its headset volume is adjustable.
C. It has a new noise reduction car tip.
D. It applies special wireless technology.
62. This advertisement is made more believable by _____.
A. using recommendations B. offering reasons for this invention
C.providing statistics. D.showing the results of experiments.
56.According to the Code, visitors should act _______ .
A. with care and respect B. with relief and pleasure
C. with caution and calmness D. with attention and observation
57.What are you encouraged to do when travelling in New Zealand?
A. Take your own camping facilities.
B. Bury glass far away from rivers.
C. Follow the track for the sake of plants.
D. Observe signs to approach nesting birds.
(2015﹒陕西﹒阅读理解A)
Share with us
Would you like to have your writing published in this magazine?
Then let us know! We pay for stories, anecdotes and jokes:
Anecdotes and Jokes
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＄50
What’s made you laugh recently? A funny sign? A colleague’s be haviour? Got a joke? Send it in
for Laughter is the Best Medicine!
Email: Juliet@sws.com
Smart Animals
Up to ＄100
Send us a tale about the strange behaviour of unique pets or wildlife in up 300 words.
Email: audry@sws.com
Power of Love
Up to ＄150
Acts of generosity can change lives or just give you that warm feeling full of love. Share your
moments 100—500 words.
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My Story
＄350
Do you have an inspiring or life-changing story to tell? Your story must be true, unpublished,
original and 800-1000words.
Email: nanjc@sws.com
For more information, please visit: http://www.sws.com./share
46. How much will the magazine pay for a joke to be published?
A. ＄50 B. ＄100 C. ＄150 D.＄350
47. If you want to share a story of your pets with the readers, you need to submit it to .
A. Anecdotes and Jokes B. Smart Animals
C. Power of Love D. My Story
48. A story showing people’s generosity should be emailed to the editor at .
A. juliet@sws.com B. susan@sws.com
C. Audrey@sws.com D. nanjc@sws.com
49. An inspiring story sent to the magazine should .
A. describe strange behaviour B. contain less than 800 words
C. be real and original D. be published before
(2015﹒四川﹒阅读理解A)
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31.The card above is_________
A. a ticket B. a postcard
C. an invitation D. an advertisement
32.The party is for_________
A. a birthday
B. the Queen
C. bee watching
D. the National Day
33.According to the card ,if you are unable to go ,you can.
A. return the card
B. visit the Museum
C. ignore the message
D. contact Alice's mother
(2015﹒天津﹒阅读理解A)
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University Room Regulations
Approved and Prohibited Items
The following items are approved for use in residential ( 住宿的) rooms: electric blankets, hair
dryers, personal computers, radios, televisions and DVD players. Items that are not allowed in
student rooms include: candles, ceiling fans, fireworks, waterbeds, sun lamps and wireless routers.
Please note that any prohibited items will be taken away by the Office of Residence Life.
Access to Residential Rooms
Students are provided with a combination (组合密码) for their room door locks upon check-in. Do
not share your room door lock combination with anyone. The Office of Residence Life may change
the door lock combination at any time at the expense of the resident if it is found that the student
has shared the combination with others. The fee is $25 to change a room combination.
Cooking Policy
Students living in buildings that have kitchens are only permitted to cook in the kitchen. Students
must clean up after cooking. This is not the responsibility of housekeeping staff. Kitchens that are
not kept clean may be closed for use. With the exception of using a small microwave oven (微波炉)
to heat food, students are not permitted to cook in their rooms.
Pet Policy
No pets except fish are permitted in student rooms. Students who are found with pets, whether
visiting or owned by the student, are subject to an initial fine of $100 and a continuing fine of $50 a
day per pet. Students receive written notice when the fine goes into effect. If, one week from the
date of written notice, the pet is not removed, the student is referred to the Student Court.
Quiet Hours
Residential buildings must maintain an atmosphere that supports the academic mission of the
University. Minimum quiet hours in all campus residences are 11:00 pm to 8:00 am Sunday through
Thursday. Quiet hours on Friday and Saturday nights are 1:00 am to 8:00 am. Students who violate
quiet hours are subject to a fine of $25.
36. Which of the following items are allowed in student rooms?
A. Ceiling fans and waterbeds.
B. Wireless routers and radios.
C. Hair dryers and candles.
D. TVs and electric blankets.
37. What if a student is found to have told his combination to others?
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A. The combination should be changed.
B. The Office should be charged.
C. He should replace the door lock.
D. He should check out of the room.
38. What do we know about the cooking policy?
A. A microwave oven can be used.
B. Cooking in student rooms is permitted.
C. A housekeeper is to clean up the kitchen.
D. Students are to close kitchen doors after cooking.
39. If a student has kept a cat in his room for a week since the warning, he will face _____.
A. parent visits
B. a fine of $100
C. the Student Court
D. a written notice
40. When can students enjoy a party in residences?
A. 7:00 am, Sunday.
B. 7:30 am, Thursday.
C. 11:30 pm, Monday.
D. 00:30 am, Saturday.
(2015﹒重庆﹒阅读理解D)
There are many places to go on safari（观赏野生动物）in Africa, but riding a horse through
the flooded waters of Botswana's Okavango Delta must rank as one of the world's most exciting
wildlife journeys.
Several safari camps operate as the base for this adventure, providing unique rides twice a day
to explore deep into the delta. The camps have excellent horses, professional guides and lots of
support workers. They have a reputation for providing a great riding experience.
The morning ride, when the guides take you to beautiful, shallow lakes full of water lilies, tends
to be more active. It is unlike any other riding experience. With rainbows forming in the splashing
water around you and the sound of huge drops of water bouncing off your body and face. It is truly
exciting. You are very likely to come across large wild animals, too. On horseback it is possible to
get quite close to elephants, giraffes and many other animals. The sense of excitement and tension
levels rise suddenly though, as does your heart rate, as you move closer to them.
In the evening, rides are usually at a more relaxed and unhurried pace. With golden light
streaming across the grassy delta and the animals coming out to eat and drink. Sedate though they
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are, rides at this time of day are still very impressive. As the sun's rays pass through the dust kicked
up by the horses, the romance of Africa comes to life.
Back at the camp you can kick off your boots and enjoy excellent food and wine. Looking back
on your day, you will find it hard to deny that a horseback Safari is as close as you will ever come
to answering the call of the wild.
48. What does the underlined word "They" refer to?
A. Flooded waters
B. Wildlife journey
C. Safari camps
D. Unique rides
49. What does the author find most exciting about a horse safari?
A. Seeing and feeling the real African life.
B. Enjoying good food and wine at the camp.
C. Hunting large animals just as our ancestors did.
D. Being part of the scene and getting close to animals.
50. What does the underlined word "sedate" probably mean?
A. Wild and romantic
B. Slow and peaceful
C. Hurry and thirsty
D. Active and excited
51. The author introduced the riding experience in the OKavango Delta mainly by________.
A. Following space order
B. Following time order
C. Making classifications
D. Giving examples
(2015﹒安徽﹒阅读理解A)
Welcome to the Electronic Village to explore new ways of language teaching and learning.
Electronic Village Program (Thursday, June 18, 2015)
Nearpod
❖9:00 am to 10:00 am
❖Room 501
Nearpod is a software program
that creates a rich context (语境)
for students to learn vocabulary.
The presenter will show how to
use it.
TEO
❖ 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
❖Room 502
Our students come from different
backgrounds but have the same desire
to learn on-line. The presenter will use
examples from his first on-line class to
explain how any teacher can begin
teaching on-line with TEO.
Kahoot
❖10:30 am to 11:30 am
Prezi
❖3:30 pm to 4:20 pm
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❖ Room 601
Kahoot software can be used to
create grammar tests which can be
graded on a network. It can
provide students with instant
feedback (反馈), including reports
about their strengths and
weaknesses.
❖Room 602
Uses of Prezi in listening and speaking
courses draw students' attention to
speaking more fluently. The presenter
will show how students can use Prezi
to confidently present on a variety of
topics, including introducing family,
friends, and hobbies.
56. Nearpod can be used to ______.
A. offer grammar tests
B. teach listening on-line
C. help vocabulary learning
D. gain fluency in speaking
57. If you want to improve your speaking skills, you can go to____________.
A. Room 501
B. Room 502
C. Room 601
D. Room 602
58. Which of the following can assess your grammar learning?
A. Nearpod.
B. Kahoot.
C. TEO.
D. Prezi.
59. A teacher who wants to learn on-line teaching is expected to arrive by ______.
A. 9:00 am
B. 10:30 am
C. 2:00 pm
D. 3:30 pm
(2015﹒新课标全国II﹒阅读理解D)
Choose Your One-Day-Tours!
Tour A - Bath &Stonehenge: including entrance fees to the ancient Roman bathrooms and
Stonehenge -￡37 until 26 March and ￡39 thereafter.
Visit the city with over 2,000 years of history and Bath Abbey, the Royal Crescent and the Costume
Museum, Stonehenge is one of the world's most famous prehistoric monuments dating back over
5,000 years.
Tour B - Oxford & Startford including entrance fees to the University St Mary's Church Tower and
Anne Hathaway's -￡32 until 12 March and ￡36 thereafter
Oxford: Includes a guided tour of England's oldest university city and colleges. Look over the "city
of dreaming spires( 尖顶）"from St Mary’s Church Tower. Stratford: Includes a guided tour
exploring much of the Shakespeare wonder.
Tour C - Windsor Castle &Hampton Court including entrance fees to Hampton Court Palace -￡34
until 11 March and ￡37 thereafter.
Includes a guided tour of Windsor and Hampton Court, Henry VILL's favorite palace. Free time to
visit Windsor Castle(entrance fees not included).With 500 years of history, Hampton Court was
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once the home of four Kings and one Queen. Now this former royal palace is open to the public as a
major tourist attraction. Visit the palace and its various historic gardens, which include the famous
maze(迷宫)where it is easy to get lost!
Tour D -Cambridge including entrance fees to the Tower of Saint Mary the Great -￡33 until 18
March and ￡37 thereafter.
Includes a guided tour of Cambridge, the famous university town, and the gardens of the 18th
century.
33. Which tour will you choose if you want to see England’s oldest university city?
A. Tour A
B.
Tour B
C.
Tour C
D. Tour D
34. Which of the following tours charges the lowest fee on 17 March?
A. Windsor Castle & Hampton Court
B.
Oxford & Stratford
C.
Bath & Stonehenge
D. Cambridge
35. Why is Hampton Court a major tourist attraction?
A. It used to be the home of royal families
B.
It used to be a well-known maze
C.
It is the oldest palace in Britain
D. It is a world-famous castle
(2015﹒福建﹒阅读理解C)
SIGN YOUR CHILD UP FOR "FLY TO THE MOON CLUB"
AND ENJOY A FREE * FLIGHT TO ANY DESTINATION IN ASIA!
With a registration fee of just $50 per child,
children under the age of 12
can join Eagle Airways'
FLY TO THE MOON CLUB as members.
They can then enjoy the same benefits
onboard Eagle Airways' newest Boeing-797
to any destination in the world!
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BENEFITS YOU CAN'T MISS!
• A free * flight to any destination in Asia
• 30% off any course at Tanya Language School
• 20% off any purchase made at Ruby Bookstore
• A free notebook with every purchase above $50 at Starlight Stationery
• A free bowl of dessert for a family of four at Don's Diners
dinner ordered
• A birthday gift on your child's birthday
• A free album containing pictures taken during the journey
All bookings made before 12 September will receive free travel insurance for
the entire family! ** Insurance is issued by Live Life Insurance Group.
10% OFF ALL BOOKINGS
for departures from 5 to 11 September
* Child must be accompanied by two
paying adults.
** Terms and conditions apply.
65.One of the benefits mentioned in, the advertisement is
.
A.a free flight to any destination in the world
B.30% off any book purchased at Ruby Bookstore
C.a free bowl of dessert at any restaurant at the airport
D.a discount on any course at Tanya Language School
66.Which of the following bookings may receive the most benefits?
A.
Booking date
Departure date
September 13
September 18
B．
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Booking date
Departure date
September 2
September 12
C.
Booking date
Departure date
August 15
September 4
D.
Booking date
Departure date
August 16
September 8
67. Which of the following is TRUE according to the advertisement?
A.You need to pay$50 to sign up a child for the club.
B.Club members enjoy free travel insurance for any flight.
C.The advertisement is intended for students of all ages.
D.Any child must be accompanicd by at least one paying adult.
(2015﹒新课标全国I﹒阅读理解A)
Monthly Talks at London Canal Museum
Our monthly talks start at 19:30 on the first Thursday of each month except August. Admission is
at normal charges and you don’t need to book. They end around 21:00.
November 7
th
The Canal Pioneers, by Chris Lewis. James Brindley is recognized as one of the leading early
canal engineers. He was also a major player in training others in the art of canal planning and
building. Chris Lewis will explain how Brindley made such a positive contribution to the education
of that group of early “civil engineers”.
December 5
th
Ice for the Metropolis, by Malcolm Tucker. Well before the arrival of freezers, there was a
demand for ice for food preservation and catering, Malcolm will explain the history of importing
natural ice and the technology of building ice wells, and how London’s ice trade grew.
February 6
th
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An Update on the Cotsword Canals, by Liz Payne. The Stroudwater Canal is moving towards
reopening. The Thames and Severn Canal will take a little longer. We will have a report on the
present state of play.
March 6
th
Eyots and Aits -Thames Islands, by Miranda Vickers. The Thames has many islands.
Miranda has undertaken a review of all of them. She will tell us about those of greatest interest.
Online bookings:www.canalmuseum.org.uk/book
More info: www.canalmuseum.org.uk/whatson
London Canal Museum
12-13 New Wharf Road, London NI 9RT
www.canalmuseum.org.ukwww.canalmuseum.mobi
Tel:020 77130836
21.When is the talk on James Brindley?
A. February 6th.
B. March 6th.
C. November 7th.
D. December 5th.
22. What is the topic of the talk in February?
A. The Canal Pioneers.
B. Ice for the Metropolis
C. Eyots and Aits- Thames Islands
D. An Update on the Cotsword Canals
23. Who will give the talk on the islands in the Thames.
A. Miranda Vickers
B. Malcolm Tucker
C. Chris Lewis
D. Liz Payne
(2015﹒上海﹒阅读理解B)
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The Curse of the Were-Rabbit(2005) is the first full-length
feature film made by directors Nick Park and Steve Box with
their amazing plasticine(粘土) characters Wallace and Gromit. It
won an Oscar in 2006, and if you watch it, you’ll understand
why. It’s an absolutely brilliant cartoon comedy.
Cheese-loving inventor Wallace and his brainy dog Gromit
have started a company to protect the town’s vegetables from
hungry rabbits. However, just before the annual Giant Vegetable
Competition, an enormous rabbit begins terrorising the town. It
is attacking all the vegetables and destroying everything in its
path. The competition organizer, Lady Tottington, hires Wallace
and Gromit to catch the monster alive. But they will have to
find the were-rabbit before gun-crazy hunter Victor
Quartermaine who is desperate to kill it.
The screenplay is witty and full of amusing visual jokes. As
usual, the voice of Peter Sallis is absolutely perfect for the role
of Wallace, and Gromit is so beautifully brought to life, he can
express a huge range of emotions without saying a word. And
both Helena Bonham-Carter, who plays the part of Lady
Tottington, and Ralph Fiennes as Victor are really funny.
To sum up, The Curse of the Were-Rabbit is an amazing film
which is suitable for both children and adults. If you liked
Wallace and Gromit’s previous adventures and you appreciate
the British sense of humour, you’ll love this film. Don’t miss it!
70. In the film review, what is paragraph A mainly about?
A. The introduction to the leading roles B. The writer’s opinion of acting
C. The writer’s comments on the story D. The background information
71. According to the film review, “monster” （paragraph B） refers to ______.
A. a gun-crazy hunter B. a brainy dog
C. a scary rabbit D. a giant vegetable
72. Which of the following is a reason why the writer recommends the film?
A. It’s full of wit and humour.
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B. Its characters show feelings without words.
C. It is an adventure film directed by Peter Sallis.
D. It is about the harmony between man and animals.
(2016﹒全国新课标I﹒阅读理解A)
You probably know who Marie Curie was, but you may not have heard of Rachel
Carson.Of the outstanding ladies listed below, who do you think was the most important
woman of the past 100 years?
Jane Addams(1860-1935)
Anyone who has ever been helped by a social worker has Jane Addams to thank. Addans
helped the poor and worked for peace. She encouraged a sense of community(社区)by
creating shelters and promoting education and services for people in need In
1931,Addams became the first American woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize.
Rachel Carson(1907-1964)
If it weren’t for Rachel Carson, the environmental movement might not exist today. Her
popular 1962 book Silent Spring raised awareness of the dangers of pollution and the
harmful effects of chemicals on humans and on the world’s lakes and oceans.
Sandra Day O’Connor(1930-present)
When Sandra Day O’Connor finished third in her class at Stanford Law School, in
1952,she could not find work at a law firm because she was a woman. She became an
Arizona state senator(参议员) and ,in 1981, the first woman to join the U.S. Supreme
Court. O’Connor gave the deciding vote in many important cases during her 24 years on
the top court.
Rosa Parks(1913-2005)
On December 1,1955,in Montgomery, Alabama,Rasa Parks would not give up her seat on
a bus to a passenger. Her simple act landed Parks in prison. But it also set off the
Montgmery bus boycott. It lasted for more than a year, and kicked off the civil-rights
movement. “The only tired I was, was tired of giving in,” said Parks.
21.What is Jane Addams noted for in history?
A. Her social work.
B. Her lack of proper training in law.
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C. Her efforts to win a prize.
D. Her community background.
22. What is the reason for O’Connor’s being rejected by the law firm?
A. Her lack of proper training in law.
B. Her little work experience in court.
C. The discrimination against women.
D. The poor financial conditions.
23. Who made a great contribution to the civil-rights movement in the US?
A. Jane Addams. B. Rachel Carson. C. Sandra Day O’Connor. D. Rosa Parks.
24. What can we infer about the women mentioned in the text?
A. They are highly educated. B. They are truly creative.
C. They are pioneers. D. They are peace-lovers.
(2016﹒江苏﹒阅读理解A)
Day school Program
Secondary students across Toronto District School Board(TDSB) are invited to take
one or two e-Learning courses on their day school timetable. Students will remain on
the roll at their day school.
The on-line classroom provides an innovative relevant and interactive Learning
environment. The courses and on-line classroom are provided by the Ministry of
Education
These on-line courses
are taught by TDSB secondary school teachers
are part of the TDSB Student’s time table; and
appear on the Student’s report upon completion
Benefits of e-Learning
Include:
Access to courses that may not be available at his or her TDSB school
Using technology to provide students with current information: and.
assistance to solve timetable conflicts
Is e-Learning for You?
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Students who are successful in on-line course are usually;
able to plan, organize time and complete assignments and activities;
capable of working independently in a responsible and honest manner; and ,
able to regularly use a computer or mobile device with internet access
Students need to spend at least as much time with their on-line course work as they
would in a face-to-face classroom course.
56. E-Learning courses are different from other TDSB courses in that .
A. they are given by best TDSB teachers.
B. they are not on the day school timetable.
C. they are not included on students’ reports.
D. they are an addition to TDSB courses.
57. What do students need to do before completing e-learning courses?
A. To learn information technology on-line.
B. To do their assignments independently.
C. To update their mobile devices regularly.
D. To talk face to face with their teachers.
(2016﹒浙江﹒阅读理解B)
Below are search record from a university library’s database
Quick Search l Category l Full Text l Advanced
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Search full text books for children
Displaying 1 to 100 of 639 titles for children where Category is Education
Build it ,Make it ,Play it ! Guides for Children and Teens
Bomhold Catharine ;Elder Terri,2004 l ABC-CLIO
Series: Children’s and Young Adult Literature Reference
Available
For busy librarians and educators ,finding instructions for
projects ,activities ,sports ,and games that children and
teens will find interesting is a constant challenge, This
guide is a time-saving,one-stop….
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Circle Time for Young Children
Mosley Jenny,2014 l Taylor and Francis
Series: Essential Guides for Early Years Practitioners
Available
Jenny Mosley’s quality circle time model involves setting
up an on-going, timetable process
Of circle-meeting for adults and children ,As a basis for
teaching relationship skills, building up self-esteem…..
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Connecting Animals and children in Early Childhood
Selly Patty Born,2014 l Redleaf Press
Available
Understand the value of connecting animals and children .From familys pets
and wild animals to toys ,stuffed animal ,and media images ,animals are a
central part of every child’s world .This book examines….
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Education and Disadvantaged Children and Young People
Matsumoto Mitsuko; Brool Colin,2013 l Bloomsbury
Publishiing
Series: Education as a Humanitarian Response
Available
Do street children go ti school ,and if not ,why not? What
kind of education can be ‘meaningful’ to young people
affected by conflict? The contributors explore groups of
children and young people who have….
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Children with School problme:A Physkian’s Manual
The children paediatric Society; Andrews Debra;Mahoney WilliamJ,2012 I
wiley
Available
The physician’s guide to diagnosing and treating learning
disabilities in children.1 to 10 Canadians have a learning disability,and
doctors must be able to idcntify,diagnose,trear,and manage children…
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Songs in Their Heads:Music and Its Meaning In Children’s Lives
Campbell Patricia Shehan,1989 I Oxford University Press
Available
This book explores the intrest and needs of children in their expressed
thounts and actual “musicking”behaviours, This text examines the songs
they sing,the ryhthms…
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Young Children as Artists:Art and Design in the Earty Years and Kay Stage
1
Tutchell Suzy 2014 I Taylor Francis
Available
From the monment a child is bom,they intctract with the
world,looking at colours,feeding texrures;constructing mental and
physical images of what they see and experience.Within all early
years…
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Big Ideas for Littles Kids:TEAching Philosophy Through Children’s
Liferature
Wartnberg Thomas E.2014 I Rowman&Littlefield Publishers
Available
Big Ideas for Little Kids includes everything a teacher,or a college student
needs to teach philosophy to elementary school children from picture books.Written
in a clear and accessible style…
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46.Suppose you are doing research on children’s relationship skills,you may want to read.
A.Circle Time for Young Children
B. Children with School Problems:A Phsysician’s Manual
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C.Education and Disaddvantaged Children and Young People
D.Build It,Make It,Do It,Play It! Guides for Children and Teens
47.Which book would you recommend to someone interested inchildren’s mental images?
A.Connecting Animals and Children in Early Childhood.
B.Songs in Their Heads:Music and Its Meaning in children’sLives.
C.Big Ideas for Little Kids: Teaching Philosophy Through children’s Literature.
D.Young Children as Artists:Art and Design in the Early Years and Key Stage 1.
48.How many books published in 2015 are found in this search?
A. 9. B.90. C.118. D.290.
49. Children with School Problems:A Phsysician’s Manua lis most likely intended for.
A. educators B. librarians C. doctors D.artists
(2016﹒天津﹒阅读理解A)
A Language Programme for Teenagers
Welcome to Teenagers Abroad! We invite you to join us on an amazing journey of language
learning.
Our Courses
Regardless of your choice of course, you’ll develop your language ability both quickly and
effectively.
Our Standard Course guarantees a significant increase in your confidence in a foreign language,
with focused teaching in all 4 skill areas----speaking, listening, reading and writing.
Our Intensive Course builds on our Standard Course, with 10 additional lessons per week,
guaranteeing the fastest possible language learning (see table below).
Course Type
Days
Number of Lesson
Course Timetable
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Ｓｔｕｄｅｎｔｓ ａｒｅ placed into classes according to their current language skills. The
majority of them take on online language test before starting their programme. However, if this is
not available, students sit the exam on the first Monday of their course.
Learning materials are provided to students throughout their course, and there will never be more
than 15 participants in each class.
Arrivals and Transfer
Our programme offers the full package—students are take good care of from the start through to
the very end. They are collected from the airport upon arrival and brought to their
accommodation in comfort. We require the student’s full details at least 4 weeks in advance.
Meals/Allergies(过敏)/Special Dietary Requirements
Students are provided with breakfast, dinner and either a cooked or packed lunch(which consists
of a sandwich, a drink and a dessert). Snacks outside of mealtimes may be purchased by the
student individually.
We ask that you let us know of any allergies or dietary requirements as well as information about
any medicines you take. Depending on the type of allergies and/ or dietary requirements, an extra
charge may be made for providing special food.
36. How does Intensive Course differ from Standard Course?
A. It is less effective.
B. It focuses on speaking.
C. It includes extra lessons.
D. It give you confidence
37. When can a student attend Standard Course?
A. 13:00-14:30 Monday.
B. 9:00-12:30 Tuesday
C. 13:00-14:30 Friday.
D. 9:00-12:30 Saturday.
38. Before starting their programme, students are expected to _____.
A. take a language test
B. have an online interview
C. prepare learning materials
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D. report their language levels
39. With the full package, the programme organizer is supposed to_____.
A. inform students of their full flight details
B. look after students throughout the programme
C. offer students free sightseeing trips
D. collect students’ luggage in advance
40. Which of the following may require an extra payment?
A. Cooked dinner.
B. Mealtime dessert.
C. Packed lunch.
D. Special diet.
(2016﹒全国新课标II﹒阅读理解A)
What’s On?
Electric Underground
7.30pm－1.00am Free at the Cyclops Theatre
Do you know who’s playing in your area? We’re bringing you an evening of live rock and pop music from
the best local bands. Are you interested in becoming a musician and getting a recording contract(合同)? If
so, come early to the talk at 7.30pm by Jules Skye, a successful record producer. He’s going to talk about
how you can find the right person to produce you music.
Gee Whizz
8.30pm-10.30pm Comedy at Kaleidoscope
Come and see Gee Whizz perform. He’s the funniest stand-up comedian on the comedy scene. This joyful
show will please everyone, from the youngest to the oldest. Gee Whizz really knows how to make you
laugh! Our bar is open from 7.00pm for drinks and snacks(快餐).
Simon’s Workshop
5.00pm-7.30pm Wednesdays at Victoria Stage
This is a good chance for anyone who wants to learn how to do comedy. The workshop looks at every kind
of comedy, and practices many different ways of making people laugh. Simon is a comedian and actor who
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has 10 years’ experience of teaching comedy. His workshops are exciting and fun. An evening with Simon
will give you the confidence to be funny.
Charlotte Stone
8.00pm-11.00pm Pizza World
Fine food with beautiful jazz music; this is a great evening out. Charlotte Stone will perform songs from her
new best-selling CD, with James Pickering on the piano. The menu is Italian, with excellent meat and fresh
fish, pizzas and pasta(面食). Book early to get a table. Our bar is open all day, and serves cocktails, coffee,
beer, and white wine.
1. Who can help you if you want to have your music produced?
A. Jules Skye. B. Gee Whizz.
C. Charlotte Stone. D. James Pickering.
2. At which place can people of different ages enjoy a good laugh?
A. The Cyclops Theatre B. Kaleidoscope
C. Victoria Stage D. Pizza World
3. What do we know about Simon’s Workshop?
A. It requires membership status. B. It lasts three hours each time.
C. It is run by a comedy club. D. It is held every Wednesday.
4. When will Charlotte Stone perform her songs?
A. 5.00pm-7.30pm. B. 7.30pm－1.00am.
C. 8.00pm-11.00pm. D. 8.30pm-10.30pm.
(2017﹒全国新课标Ⅰ﹒阅读理解A)
Pacific Science Center Guide
◆Visit Pacific Science Center’s Store
Don’t forget to stop by Pacific Science Center’s Store while you are here
to pick up a wonderful science activity or souvenir to remember your visit. The
store is located(位于) upstairs in Building 3 right next to the Laster Dome.
◆Hungry
Our exhibits will feed your mind but what about your body? Our café offers
a complete menu of lunch and snack options, in addition to seasonal specials.
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The café is located upstairs in Building 1 and is open daily until one hour
before Pacific Science Center closes.
◆Rental Information
Lockers are available to store any belongings during your visit. The lockers
are located in Building 1 near the Information Desk and in Building 3.
Pushchairs and wheelchairs are available to rent at the Information Desk and
Denny Way entrance. ID required.
◆Support Pacific Science Center
Since 1962 Pacific Science Center has been inspiring a passion(热情) for
discovery and lifelong learning in science, math and technology. Today Pacific
Science Center serves more than 1.3 million people a year and beings inquiry-
based science education to classrooms and community events all over Washington
State. It’s an amazing accomplishment and one we cannot achieve without
generous support from individuals, corporations, and other social organizations.
Wish pacificorganzier.org to find various ways you can support Pacific Science
Center.
21. Where can you buy a souvenir at Pacific Science Center?
A. In Building 1.
B. In Building 3.
C. At the last Dome.
D. At the Denny Way entrance.
22. What does Pacific Science Center do for schools?
A. Train Science teachers.
B. Distribute science books.
C. Distribute scientific research.
D. Take science to the classroom.
23. What is the purpose of the last part of the text?
A. To encourage donations.
B. To advertise coming events.
C. To introduce special exhibits.
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D. To tell about the Center’s history.
(2017﹒全国新课标Ⅱ﹒阅读理解A)
In the coming months, we are bringing together artists form all over the
globe, to enjoy speaking shakespeare’s plays in their own language, in our
globe, within the architecture shakespeare wrote for. please come and join us.
National Theatre Of China Beijing|Chinese
This great occasion(盛会) will be the national theatre of china’s first visit
to the uk. The company’s productions show the new face of 21st century chinese
theatre. This production of
Shakespeare’s Richard III will be directed by the National’s Associate
Director,Wang Xiaoying.
Date&Time:Saturday 28 April,2.30pm&Sunday 29 April,1.30pm&6.30pm
Marjanishvili Theatre Tbilisi l Georgian
One of the most famous theatres in Georgia,the Marjanishvili,founded in
1928,appears regularly at theatre festivals all over the world. This new
production of As You Like It is helmed（指导）by the company’s Artistic
Director Levan Tsuladze.
Date & Time :Friday 18May,2.30pm&Sunday 19May,7.30pm
Deafinitely Theater London l British Sign Language （BSL）
By translating the rich and humourous taxt of Love’s Labour’s Lost into the
physical language of BSL,Deafinitely Thertre creates a new interpretation of
Shakespeare’s comedy and aims to build a bridge between deaf and hearing worlds
by performing to both groups as one audience.
Date&Time:Tueaday 22 May,2.30pm&Wednesday 23 May,7.30pm
Habima National Theatre Tel Aviv l Hebrew
The Habima is the centre of Hebrew-languege theatre worldwide,Founded in Moscow
after the 1905 revolution,the company eventually settled in Tel Aviv in the late
1920s,Since 1958,they have been recognized as the national theatre of
Israel.This production of Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice marks their
first visit to the UK.
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Date Date&Time:Monday 28May,7.30&Tuesday 29 May,7.30pm
21.which play will be performed by the National Theatre of China?
A.Richard Ⅲ. B.Lover’s Labour’s Lost
C.As You Like It D.The merchant of Venice
22.What is special about Deafinnitely Theatre?
A.Tt has two groups of actors B.It is the leading theatre in London
C.It performs plays in BSL D.It is good at prducting comedies
23.When can you see a play in Hebrew?
A.Onsuturday 28Apil. B.On Sunday 29 April
C.On Tuesday 22 May. D. On Tuesday 29 May
(2017﹒全国新课标Ⅲ﹒阅读理解A)
San Francisco Fire Engine Tours
San Francisco Winery Tour
Running: February 1st through April 30th
This delicious tour goes through the city on its way to Treasure Island where
we will stop at the famous Winery SF. Here you can enjoy 4 pours of some of the
best wine San Francisco has to offer.(Included in tickets price)
Departing from the Cannery: Tell time upon request.
Duration(时长)：2 hours
Price: $90
Back to the Fifties Tour
Running: August 16th through August 31st
This tour transports you back in time to one of San Francisco’s most
fantastic periods, the 1950s! Enjoy fun history as we take you through San
Francisco for a free taste of ice cream.
Departing form the Cannery 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Duration:2 hours
Price:$90
Spooky Halloween Tour
Running: October 10th through October 31st
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Join us for a ride through the historical Presidio district .Authentic fire gear
（服装）is provided for your warmth as our entertainers take you to some of the
most thrilling parts of San Francisco
Departing from the Cannery:6:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Duration :1 hour and 30 minutes
Price: Available upon request
Holiday Lights Tour
Running: December 6th through December 23nd
This tractive four takes you to some of San Francis’s most cheerful holiday
scenes. Authentic fire gear is provided for your warmth as you get into the
holiday spirit.
Departing from the Cannery 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm
Duration: I hour and 30 minutes
Advance reservations required.
21.Which of the tours is available in March?
A.San Francisco Winery Tour.
B.Back to the Fifties Tour.
C.Spooky Hallowen Tour.
D.Holiday Lights Tour.
22.What can tourists do on Back to the Fifties Tours?
A.Go to Treasure Island.
B.Enjoy the holiday scenes.
C.Have free ice cream.
D.Visit the Presidio district.
23.What are tourists required to do to go on Holiday Lights Tour?
A.Take some drinks.
B.Set off early in the morning.
C.Wear warm clothes.
D.Make reservations in advance.
(2017﹒北京﹒阅读理解B)
Inspiring young minds!
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What is so special about TOKNOW
magazine?
Well, it has no ads or promotions
inside—
instead it is jam-packed with serious ideas.
TOKNOW makes complex ideas attractive
and
accessible to children, who can become
involved in advanced concepts and even
philosophy（哲学）—and they will soon
What’s inside?
Every month the magazine introduces
a
fresh new topic with articles,
experiments
and creative things to make — the
magazine
also explores philosophy and wellbeing
to make sure young readers have a
balanced take on life.
TOKNOW Magazine is a big hit in the world of children’s publishing,
bringing a unique combination of challenging ideas and good fun to young fans
every month.
Sounds too good to be true?
Take a look online—evidence shows that thousands of teachers and parents
know a good thing when they see it and recommend TOKNOW to their friends.
Happy Birthday All Year!
What could be more fun than a gift that keeps coming through the letterbox
every month? The first magazine with your gift message will arrive in time for
the special day.
SUBSCRIBE NOW
□Annual Subscription
Europe £55 Rest of World £65
□Annual Subscription with Gift Pack
Includes a Mammoth Map, a passport Puzzle Booklet, and Subscription
Europe £60 Rest of World £70
Refund Policy—the subscription can be cancelled within 28 days and you can get
your money back.
59. Why is TOKNOW a special magazine?
A. It entertains young parents.
B. It provides serious advertisements.
C. It publishes popular science fictions.
D. It combines fun with complex concepts.
60. What does TOKNOW offer its readers?
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A. Online courses.
B. Articles on new topics.
C. Lectures on a balanced life.
D. Reports on scientific discoveries.
61. How much should you pay if you make a 12-mouth subscription to TOKNOW with
gift pack from China?
A. £55. B. £60. C. £65. D. £70.
62. Subscribers of TOKNOW would get .
A. free birthday presents
B. full refund within 28 days
C. membership of the TOKNOW club
D. chances to meet the experts in person
(2017﹒天津﹒阅读理解A)
Suppose you’re in a rush, feeling tired, not paying attention to your screen,
and you send an email that could get you in trouble.
Realisation will probably set in seconds after you’ve clicked “send”. You
freeze in horrors and burn with shame.
What to do? Here are four common email accidents, and how to recover.
Clicking “send” too soon
Don’t waste your time trying to find out if the receivers has read it yet.
Write another email as swiftly as you can and send it with a brief explaining
that this is the correct version and the previous version should be ignored.
Writing the wrong time
The sooner you notice, the better. Respond quickly and briefly, apologizing
for your mistake. Keep the tone measured: don’t handle it too lightly, as
people can be offered, especially if your error suggests a misunderstanding of
their culture(I.e. incorrect ordering of Chinese names).
Clicking “reply all” unintentionally
You accidentally reveal(透露)to entire company what menu choices you would
prefer at the staff Christmas dinner, or what holiday you’d like to take. In
this instance, the best solution is to send a quick, light-hearted apology to
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explain your awkwardness. But it can quickly rise to something worse, when
everyone starts hitting “reply all” to join in a long and unpleasant
conversation. In this instance, step away from your keyboard to allow everyone
to calm down.
Sending an offensive message to it’s subject
The most awkward email mistake is usually committed in anger. You write an
unkind message about someone, intending to send it to a friend, but accidentally
send it to the person you’re discussing. In that case, ask to speak in person
as soon as possible and say sorry. Explain your frustrations calmly and sensibly
—see it as an opportunity tic hear up any difficulties you may have with this
person.
36. After realizing an email accident, you are likely to feel _______.
A. curious B. tired C. awful D. funny
37. If you have written the wrong name in an email, it is best to ________.
A. apologise in a serious manner
B. tell the receiver to ignore the error
C. learn to write the name correctly
D. send a short notice to everyone
38. What should you do when an unpleasant conversation is started by your
“reply all” email?
A. Try offering other choices.
B. Avoid further involvement.
C. Meet other staff members.
D. Make a light-hearted apology.
39. How should you deal with the problem caused by an offensive email?
A. By promising not to offend the receiver again.
B. By seeking support from the receiver’s friends.
C. By asking the receiver to control his anger.
D. By talking to the receiver face to face.
40. What is the passage mainly about?
A. Defining email errors.
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B. Reducing email mistakes.
C. Handling email accidents.
D. Improving email writing.
(2017﹒江苏﹒阅读理解A)
CHRONOLOGICA
—The Unbelievable Years that Defined History
DID YOU KNOW…
In 105AD paper was invented in China?
When Columbus discovered the New World?
The British Museum opened in 1759?
CHRONOLOGICA is a fascinating journey
through time, from the foundation of Rome
to the creation of the internet. Along the
way are tales of kings and queens, hot air balloons…and
monkeys in space.
Travel through 100 of the most unbelievable years in
world history and learn why being a Roman Emperor wasn’t
always as good as it sounds, how the Hundred Years’ War didn’t actually last
for 100 years and why Spencer Perceval holds a rather unfortunate record.
CHRONOLOGICA is an informative and entertaining tour into history,
beautifully illustrated and full of unbelievable facts.
While CHRONOLOGICA tells the stories of famous people in
history such as Thomas Edison and Alexander the Great,
this book also gives ab account of the lives of lesser-
known individuals including the explorer Mungo Park and
sculptor Gutzon Borglum.
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This complete but brief historical collection is certain to entertain readers
young and old,and guaranteed to present even the
biggest history lover with something new!
56.What is CHRONOLOGICA according to the next?
A. A biography.
B.
A travel guide.
C. A history book.
D.
A science fiction.
57.How does the writer recommend CHRONOLOGICA to readers?
A. By giving details of its collection.
B.
By introducing some of its contents.
C. By telling stories at the beginning.
D.
By comparing it with other books.
(2018﹒全国新课标Ⅰ﹒阅读理解A)
Washington, D.C. Bicycle Tours
Cherry Blossom Bike Tour in Washington, D.C.
Duration Tour
This small group bike tour is a fantastic way to see a world-famous cherry trees with beautiful
flowers of Washington, D.C. Your guide will provide a history lesson about the trees and the
famous monuments where they blossom. Reserve your spot before availability — the cherry
blossoms—disappear!
Washington Capital Monuments Bicycle Tour
Duration:3 hours (4 miles)
Join a guided bike tour and view some of the most popular monuments in Washington, D.C.
Explore the monuments and memorials on the National Mall as your guide shares unique facts and
history at each stop. Guided tour includes bike, helmet, cookies and bottled water.
Capital City Bike Tour In Washington, D.C.
Duration:3 hours
Morning or Afternoon, this bike tour is the perfect tour for D. C. newcomers and locals looking
to experience Washington, D.C. in a healthy way with minimum effort. Knowledgeable guides will
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entertain you with the most ,interesting stories about Presidents, Congress, memorials, and parks.
Comfortable bikes and a smooth tour route(路线）make cycling between the sites fun and
relaxing.
Washington Capital Sites at Night Bicycle Tour
Duration:3 hours(7miles)
Join a small group bike tour for an evening of exploration in the heart of Washington, D.C. Get
up close to the monuments and memorials as your bike the sites of Capitol Hill and the National
Mall. Frequent stops are made for photo taking as your guide offers unique facts and history. Tour
includes bike, helmet, and bottled water. All riders are equipped with reflective vests and safety
lights.
21. Which tour do you need to book in advance?
A. Cherry Blossom like Tour in Washington, D.C.
B. Washington capital Monuments Bicycle Tour.
C. Capital City Bike Tour in Washington, D. C.
D. Washington Capital Sites at Night Bicycle Tour.
22. What will you do on the Capital City Bike Tour?
A. Meet famous people.
B. Go to a national park.
C. Visit well-known museums.
D. Enjoy interesting stories.
23. Which of the following does the bicycle tour at night provide?
A. City maps.
B. Cameras.
C. Meals
D. Safety lights
(2018﹒全国新课标Ⅱ﹒阅读理解A)
Summer Activities
Students should read the list with their parents/careers, and select two activities they
would like to do. Forms will be available in school and online for them to indicate their choices and
return to school. Before choices are finalised, parents/careers will be asked to
sign to confirm their child’s choices.
Activity
Description
Member of staff
Cost
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Outdoor Adventure
(OUT)
Take yourself out of
your comfort zone for
a week, discover new
personal qualities,
and learn new skills.
You will be able to
take part in a number
of activities from
canoeing to wild
camping on
Dartmoor. Learn rock
climbing and work as
a team, and enjoy the
great outdoor
environment.
Mr. Clemens
£140
WWI Battlefields
and Paris
(WBP)
On Monday we travel
to London. After
staying overnight in
London, we travel on
Day 2 to northern
France to visit the
World War I
battlefields. On Day 3
we cross into
Belgium. Thursday
sees us make the
short journey to Paris
where we will visit
Disneyland Paris park,
staying until late to
see the parade and
the fireworks. Our
final day, Friday, sees
us visit central Paris
and tour the main
sights.
Mrs. Milson
£425
Crafty
Foxes
(CRF)
Four days of product
design centred
around textiles.
Making lovely objects
using recycled and
made materials. Bags,
cushions and
decorationsLearn
skills and leave with
modern and unusual
Mrs. Goode
£30
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textiles.
Potty about Potter
(POT)
Visit Warner Bros
Studio, shop stop to
buy picnic, stay
overnight in an
approved Youth
Hostel in Streatley-on
-Thames, guided tour
of Oxford to see the
film locations, picnic
lunch outside
Oxford’s
Christchurch, boating
on the River Cherwell
through the
University Parks,
before heading back
to Exeter.
Miss Drake
£150
21. Which activity will you choose if you want to go camping?
A. OUT. B. WBP. C. CRF. D. POT.
22. What will the students do on Tuesday with Mrs. Wilson?
A. Travel to London.
B. See a parade and fireworks.
C. Tour central Paris.
D. Visit the WWI battlefields.
23. How long does Potty about Potter last?
A. Two days. B. Four days.
C. Five days. D. One week.
(2018﹒全国新课标Ⅲ﹒阅读理解A)
Welcome to Holker Hall & Gardens
Visitor Information
How to Get to Holker
By Car： Follow brown signs an A590 from JB6, M6.Approximale travel times:
Windermere-20 minutes, Kendal-25 minutes, Lancaster-45 minutes, Manchester-I hour 30
minutes..xk
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By Rail: The nearest station is Cark-in-Cartmel with trains to Carnforth, Lancaster Preston for
connections to major cities & airports.
Opening Times
Sunday-Friday (closed on Saturday)11:00 am-4:00pm,30 March-2nd November.
Admission Charges
Hall & Gardens Gardens
Adults: £12.00 £8.00
Groups £9 £5.5
Producers: Market 13th April
Join us to taste a variety of fresh local food and drinks. Meet the producers and get some
excellent recipe ideas.
Holker Garden Festival 30th May
The event celebrate its 22nd anniversary with a great show of the very best of gardening,
making it one of the most popular events in gardening.
National Garden Day 28th August
Holker once again opens is gardens in aid of the disadvantaged. For just a small donation you
can take a tour with our garden guide.
Winter Market 8th November
This is an event for all the family. Wander among a variety of shops selling gifs while enjoying
a live music show and nice street entertainment.
21. How long does it probably take a tourist to drive to Holker from Manchester?
A. 20minutes. B. 25 minutes.
C. 45 minutes. D. 90 minutes.
22. How much should a member of a tour group pay to visit to Hall & Cardens?
A. £l2.00. B. £9.00.
C. £8.0 D. £5.50
23. Which event will you go to if you want to see a live music show?
A. Producers' Market. B. Holker Garden Festival.
C. National Garden Day. D. Winter Market.
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(2018﹒天津﹒阅读理解A)
Fire Prevention Information
The University of Adelaide employs a full-time staff of fire prevention professionals. They
inspect all campus buildings and test and maintain all sprinkler(喷水灭火装置）systems fire
alarms and fire extinguishers (灭火器). They also provide educational programs or fire safety in
the residence hall. Whenever you move to a new area, you should locate the fire alarm pull
stations and the two exits nearest your room.
Fire Alarms
The floors of all campus buildings are equipped with manual(手动的）fire alarm systems
which include fire alarm pull stations and pipes. Most are also equipped with automatic fire alarm
systems consisting of heat detectors, smoke detectors and sprinklers. For your safety, never
tamper with(胡乱摆弄）these systems. False fire alarms are illegal and may lead to
imprisonment.
Fire Drills
A fire drill will be conducted in your residence hall every semester. During a fire drill, please
do the following:
·Take your room key and ID, close and lock the door to your room.
·Exit immediately from the nearest emergency exit do not use a lift.
·Meet outside of your residence hall and wait for further instructions.
Fire Extinguishers
Fire extinguishers are located on each floor and in each apartment. Use a fire extinguisher
only if you have been trained to do so. Irresponsible use of a fire extinguisher can create a
dangerous situation for other residents and could result in damage to personal property.
Misuse of a fire extinguisher will result in fines.
Smoke Detector
A smoke detector is on the ceiling in your room. Some buildings also have heat detectors on
the ceilings. Do the following to ensure the safe operation of your smoke detector:
·If your smoke detector is working properly, the red light should be on. If the red light is not
blinking（闪动），contact residence hall staff immediately.
·Do not cover or block your smoke detector in any way.
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·If a smoke detector sets off an alarm and there is no fire or smoke, inform your hall staff.
36. What is the main duty of the fire prevention professionals?
A. To provide part-time jobs for students.
B. To lead the students to the nearest exits.
C. To check and maintain fire prevention equipment.
D. To train teachers to be fire prevention professionals.
37. What do the automatic fire alarm systems include?
A. Pipes and smoke detectors.
B. Smoke detectors and sprinklers.
C. Fire alarm pull stations and pipes.
D. Sprinklers and fire alarm pull stations
38. In a fire drill, the students should ________.
A. rush quickly to a lift
B. gather at the nearest exit.
C. shut the door and leave at once
D. wait for instructions in the hall
39. What do we know about the use of fire extinguishers?
A. Using them wrongly results in punishment.
B. Irresponsible use of them can damage them.
C. Improper use of them can destroy the apartment.
D. Using them without a trainer present is forbidden.
40. To ensure the safe operation of the smoke detector, one should_________.
A. contact the hall staff regularly
B. cover the things that burn easily
C. start the smoke detector in a fire
D. make certain the red light is working
(2018﹒北京﹒阅读理解B)
Find Your Adventure at the Space and Aviation(航空) Center
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If you’re looking for a unique adventure, the Space and Aviation Center (SAC) is the place to
be. The Center offers programs designed to challenge and inspire with hands-on tasks and lots of
fun.
More than 750,000 have graduated from SAC, with many seeking employment in
engineering, aviation, education, medicine and a wide variety of other professions. They come to
camp, wanting to know what it is like to be an astronaut or a pilot, and they leave with real-world
applications for what they’re studying in the classroom.
For the trainees, the programs also offer a great way to earn merit badges(荣誉徽章). At
Space Camp, trainees can earn their Space Exploration badge as they build and fire model rockets,
learn about space tasks and try simulated(模拟) flying to space with the crew from all over the
world. The Aviation Challenge program gives trainees the chance to earn their Aviation badge.
They learn the principles of flight and test their operating skills in the cockpit(驾驶舱) of a variety
of flight simulators. Trainees also get a good start on their Wilderness Survival badge as they learn
about water- and land-survival through designed tasks and their search and rescue of ＂downed
＂ pilot.
With all the programs, teamwork is key as trainees learn the importance of leadership and
being part of a bigger task.
All this fun is available for ages 9 to 18. Families can enjoy the experience together, too, with
Family Camp programs for families with children as young as 7.
Stay an hour or stay a week — there is something here for everyone!
For more details, please visit us online at www.oursac.com.
40. Why do people come to SAC?
A. To experience adventures.
B. To look for jobs in aviation.
C. To get a degree in engineering.
D. To learn more about medicine.
41. To earn a Space Exploration badge, a trainee needs to .
A. fly to space
B. get an Aviation badge first
C. study the principles of flight
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D. build and fire model rockets
42. What is the most important for trainees?
A. Leadership.
B. Team spirit.
C. Task planning.
D. Survival skills.
(2018﹒江苏﹒阅读理解A)
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
1000 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10028
211-535-7710 www.metmuseum.org
Entrances
Fifth Avenue at 82nd Street
Hours
Open 7 days a week.
Sunday-Thursday 10:00-17:30
Friday and Saturday 10:00-21:00
Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25,January 1,and the first Monday in May.
Admission
$25.00 recommended for adults, $12.00 recommended for students, includes the Main Building
and The Cloisters(回廊）on the same day; free for children under 12 with an adult.
Free with Admission
All special exhibitions, as well as films, lectures, guided tours, concerts, gallery talks,
and
family/children's programs are free with admission.
Ask about today's activities at the Great Hall Information Desk.
The Cloisters Museum and Gardens
The Cloisters museum and gardens is a branch of The Metropolitan Museum of Art devoted to the
art and architecture of Europe in the Middle Ages. The extensive
collection consists of masterworks in sculpture, colored glass, and precious objects from Europe
dating from about the 9th to the 15th century.
Hours: Open 7 days a week.
March-October 10:00-17:15
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November-February 10:00-16:45
Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25,and January 1.
56. How much may they pay if an 11-year-old girl and her working parents visit the museum?
A. $12.
B. $37.
C. $ 50.
D. $ 62
57. The attraction of the Cloisters museum and gardens lies in the fact that ________.
A.it opens all the year round
B. its collections date from the Middle Ages
C.it has a modern European-style garden
D.it sells excellent European glass collections
(2018﹒江苏﹒阅读理解D)
Children as young as ten are becoming dependent on social media for their sense of self-
worth, a major study warned.
It found many youngsters(少年）now measure their status by how much public approval they
get online, often through “like”. Some change their behavior in real life to improve their image on
the web.
The report into youngsters aged from 8 to 12 was carried out by Children's Commissioner (专
员）Anne Longfield. She said social media firms were exposing children to major emotional risks,
with some youngsters starting secondary school ill-equipped to cope with the tremendous
pressure
they faced online.
Some social apps were popular among the children even though they supposedly require
users to be at least 13.The youngsters admitted planning trips around potential photo-
opportunities and then messaging friends—and friends of friends — to demand “likes” for their
online posts.
The report found that youngsters felt their friendships could be at risk if they did not respond
to social media posts quickly, and around the clock.
Children aged 8 to 10 were "starting to feel happy" when others liked their posts. However,
those in the 10 to 12 age group were "concerned with how many people like their posts",
suggesting a “need” for social recognition that gets stronger the older they become.
Miss Longfield warned that a generation of children risked growing up "worried about their
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appearance and image as a result of the unrealistic lifestyles they follow on platforms, and
increasingly anxious about switching off due to the constant demands of social media.
She said: "Children are using social media with family and friends and to play games when
they are in primary school. But what starts as fun usage of apps turns into tremendous pressure in
real social media interaction at secondary school."
As their world expanded. she said, children compared themselves to others online in a way
that was "hugely damaging in terms of their self-identity, in terms of their confidence, but also in
terms of their ability to develop themselves".
Miss Longfield added: "Then there is this push to connect—if you go offline, will you miss
something, will you miss out, will you show that you don't care about those people you are
following, all of those come together in a huge way at once."
"For children it is very, very difficult to cope with emotionally." The Children's Commissioner
for England's study—life in Likes—found that children as young as 8 were using social media
platforms largely for play.
However, the research—involving eight groups of 32 children aged 8 to 12—suggested that as
they headed toward their teens, they became increasingly anxious online.
By the time they started secondary school—at age 11—children were already far more aware
of their image online and felt under huge pressure to ensure their posts were popular, the report
found.
However, they still did not know how to cope with mean-spirited jokes, or the sense of
incompetence they might feel if they compared themselves to celebrities(名人）or more brilliant
friends online. The report said they also faced pressure to respond to messages at all hours of the
day—especially at secondary school when more youngsters have mobile phones.
The Children’s Commissioner said schools and parents must now do more to prepare children
for the emotional minefield(雷区）they faced online. And she said social media companies must
also "take more responsibility". They should either monitor their websites better so that children
do not sign up too early, or they should adjust their websites to the needs of younger users.
Javed Khan, of children's charity Bamardo's, said: "It's vital that new compulsory age-
appropriate relationship and sex education lessons in England should help equip children to deal
with the growing demands of social media.
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“It’s also hugely important for parents to know which apps their children are using.”
65.Why did some secondary school students feel too much pressure?
A. They were not provided with adequate equipment.
B. They were not well prepared for emotional risks.
C. They were required to give quick responses.
D. They were prevented from using mobile phones.
66. Some social app companies were to blame because .
A. they didn't adequately check their users' registration
B. they organized photo trips to attract more youngsters
C. they encouraged youngsters to post more photos
D. they didn't stop youngsters from staying up late
67. Children's comparing themselves to others online may lead to .
A. less friendliness to each other
B. lower self-identity and confidence
C. an increase in online cheating
D. a stronger desire to stay online
68. According to Life in Likes, as children grew, they became more anxious to .
A. circulate their posts quickly
B. know the qualities of their posts
C. use mobile phones for play
D. get more public approval
69. What should parents do to solve the problem?
A. Communicate more with secondary schools.
B. Urge media companies to create safer apps.
C. Keep track of children's use of social media.
D. Forbid their children from visiting the web.
70. What does the passage mainly talk about?
A. The influence of social media on children.
B. The importance of social media to children.
C. The problem in building a healthy relationship.
D. The measure to reduce risks from social media.
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(2019﹒全国卷Ⅰ﹒阅读理解A)
Need a Job This Summer?
The provincial government and its partners offer many programs to help students find summer jobs. The
deadlines and what you need to apply depend on the program.
Not a student? Go to the government website to learn about programs and online tools available to help
people under 30 build skills, find a job or start businesses all year round.
Jobs for Youth
If you are a teenager living in certain parts of the province, you could be eligible(符合条件)for this program.
Which provides eight weeks of paid employment along with training.
Who is eligible: Youth 15-18 years old in select communities(社区).
Summer Company
Summer Company provides students with hands-on business training and awards of up to $3,000 to start and
run their own summer businesses.
Who is eligible: Students aged 15-29, returning to school in the fall.
Stewardship Youth Ranger Program
You could apply to be a Stewardship Youth Ranger and work on local natural resource management projects
for eight weeks this summer.
Who is eligible: Students aged 16 or 17 at time of hire, but not turning 18 before December 31 this year.
Summer Employment Opportunities(机会)
Through the Summer Employment Opportunities program, students are hired each year in a variety of
summer positions across the Provincial Public Service, its related agencies and community groups.
Who is eligible: Students aged 15 or older. Some positions require students to be 15 to 24 or up to 29 for
persons with a disability.
21. What is special about Summer Company?
A. It requires no training before employment.
B. It provides awards for running new businesses.
C. It allows one to work in the natural environment.
D. It offers more summer job opportunities.
22. What is the age range required by Stewardship Youth Ranger Program?
A. 15-18.
B. 15-24.
C. 15-29.
D. 16-17.
23. Which program favors the disabled?
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A. Jobs for Youth.
B. Summer Company.
C. Stewardship Youth Ranger Program.
D. Summer Employment Opportunities.
(2019﹒全国卷Ⅱ﹒阅读理解A)
My Favourite Books
Jo Usmar is a writer for Cosmopolitan and co-author of the This Book Will series(系列)of lifestyle books.
Here she picks her top reads.
Matilda
Roald Dahl
I once wrote a paper on the influence of fairy tales on Roald Dahl's writing and it gave me a new appreciation
for his strange and delightful words. Matilda's battles with her cruel me parents and the bossy headmisres，Miss
Trunchbull，are equally fumy and frightening，but they're also aspirational.
After Dark
Haruki Murakami
It’s about two sisters-Eri，a model who either won’t or can’t stop sleeping，and Mari, a young student . In
trying to connect to her sister. Mari starts changing her life and discovers a world of diverse ”night people” who
are hiding secrets.
Gone Girl
Gillian Fynn
There was a bit of me that didn't want to love this when everyone else on the planet did but the horror story is
brilliant. There's tension and anxiety from the beginning as Nick and Amy battle for your trust. It's a real whodunit
and the frustration when you realise what's going on is horribly enjoyable
The Stand
Stephen King
This is an excellent fantasy novel from one of the best storytellers around. After a serious flu outbreak wipes
out 99.4% of the world's population, a battle unfolds between good and evil among those let. Randall Flagg is one
of the scariest characters ever.
21. Who does "I" refer to in the text?
A. Stephen King.
B. Gillian Flynn.
C. Jo Usmar.
D. Roald Dahl
22. Which of the following tells about Mari and Eri?
A. Cosmopolitan.
B. Matilda.
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C. After Dark.
D. The Stand.
23. What kind of book is Gone Girl?)
A. A folk tale.
B. A biography.
C. A love story.
D. A horror story.
(2019﹒全国卷Ⅲ﹒阅读理解A)
OPENINGS AND PREVIEWS
Animals Out of Paper
Yolo！Productions and the Great Griffon present the play by Rajiv Joseph，in which an origami(折纸
术)artist invites a teenage talent and his teacher into her studio. Merri Milwe directs. In previews. Opens Feb.12.
(West Park Presbyterian Church，165 W.86th St.212-868-4444.)
The Audience
Helen Mirren stars in the play by Peter Morgan，about Queen Elizabeth II of the UK and her private
meetings with twelve Prime Ministers in the course of sixty years. Stephen Daldry directs. Also starring Dylan
Baker and Judith Ivey. Previews begin Feb.14.(Schoenfeld，236 W.45th St.212-239-6200.)
Hamilton
Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote this musical about Alexander Hamilton，in which the birth of America is
presented as an immigrant story. Thomas Kail directs. In previews. Opens Feb.17.(Public，425 Lafayette St.212-
967-7555.)
On the Twentieth Century
Kristin Chenoweth and Peter Gallagher star in the musical comedy by Betty Comden and Adolph Green，
about a Broadway producer who tries to win a movie star's love during a cross-country train journey. Scott Ellis
directs，for Roundabout Theatre Company. Previews begin Feb.12.(American Airlines Theatre，227 W.42nd
St.212-719-1300.)
21. What is the play by Rajiv Joseph probably about?.
A. A type of art.
B. A teenager's studio.
C. A great teacher.
D. A group of animals.
22. Who is the director of The Audience?
A. Helen Mirren.
B. Peter Morgan.
C. Dylan Baker.
D. Stephen Daldry.
23. Which play will you go to if you are interested in American history?
A. Animals Out of Paper.
B. The Audience.
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C. Hamilton.
D. On the Twentieth Century.
(2019﹒北京﹒阅读理解A)
Want to explore new cultures，meet new people and do something worthwhile at the same
time? You can do all the three with Global Development Association(GDA).Whatever stage of life
you're at，wherever you go and whatever project you do in GDA，you'll create positive changes
in a poor and remote community(社区).
We work with volunteers of all ages and backgrounds. Most of our volunteers are aged 17-
24.Now we need volunteer managers aged 25-75.They are extremely important in the safe and
effective running of our programmes. We have such roles as project managers，mountain
leaders，and communication officers.
Depending on which role you choose，you could help to increase a community's access to
safe drinking water，or help to protect valuable local cultures. You might also design an
adventure challenge to train young volunteers.
Not only will you help our young volunteers to develop personally，you'll also learn new skills
and increase your cultural awareness. You may have chances to meet new people who'll become
your lifelong friends.
This summer we have both 4-week and 7-week programmes:
Country
Schedule
4-week programmes
7-week programmes
Algeria
5 Jul.- 1Aug.
20Jun. -7Aug.
Egypt
24 Jul-20 Aug.
19Jun.-6 Aug.
Kenya
20 Jul.-16Aug.
18 Jun.-5 Aug.
South Africa
2Aug.-29 Aug.
15 Jun.-2Aug.
GDA ensures that volunteers work with community members and local project partners where
our help is needed. All our projects aim to promote the development of poor and remote
communities.
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There is no other chance like a GDA programme. Join us as a volunteer manager to develop
your own skills while bringing benefits to the communities.
Find out more about joining a GDA programme:
Website:wwwglodeve.org
Email:humanresources@glodeve.org
31. What is the main responsibility of volunteer managers?
A. To seek local partners
B. To take in young volunteers
C. To carry out programmes
D. To foster cultural awareness
32. The programme beginning in August will operate in__________.
A. Egypt
B. Algeria
C. Kenya
D. South Afria
33. The shared goal of GDA’s projects to __________.
A. explore new cultures
B. protect the environment
C. gain corporate benefit
D. help communities in need
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History Fair Competition
Understanding history is vital to understanding ourselves as a people and as a nation.
History is much more than the study of dusty old objects and events long past. It is an essential part of who
we are today and who we will become. Thornton fiddle School History Fair Competition makes understanding
history exciting，engaging，and fun！
This Year's Theme
All participants must address how communication or transportation technology has promoted the quality of
life for Americans throughout history. To many people，technology means computers，hand-held devices，or
vehicles that travel to distant planets. However，technology is also the application of scientific knowledge to
solve a problem，touching lives in countless ways.
Individuals or groups may enter one of the following categories：
·Performance
·Documentary（纪实作品）
·Essay Writing
Category Requirements
Performance: A dramatic presentation of the topic no more than 10 minutes long. If special clothes are
used，they should truly represent a given period.
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Documentary: A visual presentation（such as a video，slide show，or computer project）no more than 10
minutes long. A desktop computer，screen，projector，and loudspeakers will be available. Students must
provide their presentations on CDs before Friday，March 23.
Essay Writing: An academic paper of 2，000 to 2，500 words. No illustrations（图解）are allowed. Please
do not include covers. A list of references must be included.
Important Dates
January 5 Submit a topic proposal to your history teacher. The teacher may require a second proposal if
the first is off-topic or unclear.
February 5 Submit a first draft of your essay，performance script（剧本），or documentary highlights.
February 19 A committee of teachers will evaluate materials and give opinions. Students then have an
opportunity to improve their products.
March 9 Submit a final draft of your essay.
March 15 Performance and documentary committee preview
March 24 Thornton Middle School History Fair Competition
7：00A. M-9：00A. M Participants signing in at the gym
10：00A. M. -6：00PM. Competition and judges' review
7：00P.M. Awards ceremony and picnic
36. According to Paragraph 1，what is the major goal of understanding history？
A. To preserve national traditions.
B. To prepare for a history competition.
C. To better know the present and future.
D. To further explore historical mysteries.
37. What is the theme of this year's competition？
A. Technology advances science.
B. Science interacts with technology.
C. Science has made the study of history easy.
D. Technology has improved the life of Americans.
38. Among the items provided by the school for a visual presentation are__________
A. special clothes and a screen
B. a desktop computer and a CD
C. a projector and special clothes
D. a desktop computer and loudspeakers
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39. What would a participant have to do with an essay of 1,500 words to meet the category requirement?
A. Include more information in the essay.
B. Remove the references.
C. Provide a cover for the essay.
D. Explain the details with illustrations.
40. What will the committee of teachers do on February 19?
A. Preview performances and documentaries.
B. Make comments on the materials.
C. Improve the participant's first draft.
D. Collect a second proposal from the participant.
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Whatever your age or interests, Buxton has
something to see or do to make your visit
truly memorable.
High energy
If you desire physical activities, you can
choose activities from swimming to horse riding. Explore the heights with Go
Ape, the high wire forest adventure course, or
journey beneath the earth at Poole's Cavern. And
don't forget: we are surrounded by a natural
playground just perfect for walking, caving, climbing
and cycling.
High minded
Buxton is justifiably proud of its cultural life and
you' ll find much to suit all tastes with art, music,
opera and the performing arts at Buxton Opera
House & Pavilion Arts Centre and Green Man
Gallery. There are plenty of opportunities for the
creative person to become involved, including workshops and events.
Keeping the kids happy
Children love the small train and playgrounds
in the Pavilion Gardens and there’s plenty more
to explore at the Buxton Museum. There's a new
indoor play centre, plus the special events and
workshops, and others during school holiday
periods
56. If you want to take an underground journey, which place is the best choice?
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A. Pole's Caven.
B. Pavilion Gardens.
C. Buxton Museum.
D. Green Man Gallery.
57. Buxton Open House & Pavilion Arts Centre is special because it offers ________.
A. rides in small trains
B. courses in modern arts
C. artistic and cultural activities
D. basic courses in horse riding
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