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It was a winter morning, just a couple of weeks before Christmas 2005. while most people were warming up their cars, Trevor, my husband, had to get up early to ride his bike four kilometers away From home to work. On arrival, He parked his bike outside the back door as He usually does. After putting in 10 hours of labor, He returned to find his bike gone.
the bike, a black Kona 18 speed, was Our only transport. Trevor used It to get to work, putting in 60-hour weeks to support his young family. And the bike was also used to get groceries, saving us From Having to walk long distances From where We live.
I was So sad that someone would steal Our bike that I wrote to the newspaper And told them Our story. Shortly After that, Several people in Our area offered to help. One wonderful stranger even bought a bike, then called my husband to pick It up. Once again my husband had a way to get to And From his job. It really is An honor that a complete stranger would go out of their way For someone They have never met before.
people say that a smile can be passed From One person to Another, But acts of kindness From strangers are even more So. This experience has had a spreading effect in Our lives because It strengthened Our faith in humanity as a whole. And It has influenced us to be more mindful of ways We, too, can share With others. No matter how big or how small, An act of kindness shows that someone cares. And the results can be everlasting.
1.why was the bike So important to the couple?
a.They used It For work And daily life.
B.It was their only possession.
C.It was a nice Kona 18 speed.
D.the man'S job was bike racing.
2.what does the underlined phrase "go out of their way" mean?
a.go very far to see someone
B.walk out On foot to greet someone
C.help someone With One'S best
D.enjoy the moment With someone
3.We can infer From the text that __.
a.the couple worked 60 hours a week
B.people were busy before Christmas
C.the stranger brought over the bike
D.life was hard For the young family
4.how did people get to know the couple'S problem?
a.From a stranger.
B.From a newspaper.
C.From TV News.
D.From radio broadcasts.
5.what do the couple learn From their experience?
a.strangers are usually of little help.
B.One should take care of their bike.
C.News reports make people famous.
D.An act of kindness can mean a lot.
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many animals recognize their food because They see It. So do humans. When You see An apple or a piece of chocolate You know that These are things You can eat. You can also use other senses When You choose your food. You may like It because It smells good or because It tastes good. You may dislike some types of food because They do not look, smell or taste very nice. Different animals use Different senses to find And choose their food. a few animals depend on only One of their senses, while most animals use more than One sense.
although there are many Different types of food, some animals spend their lives eating only One type. the giant panda (大熊猫) eats only One particular type of bamboo (竹子). other animals eat only One type of food even When Given the choice. a kind of white butterfly (蝴蝶) will stay On the leaves of a cabbage, even Though there are plenty of other vegetables in the garden. however, most animals have a more varied diet (多样化饮食). the bear eats fruits And fish. the fox eats small animals, birds And fruits. the diet of These animals will be Different Depending On the season.
humans have a very varied diet. We often eat food because We like It And not because It is good For us. in countries such as France And Britain, people eat foods With too much sugar. This makes them overweight, which is bad For their health. Eating too much red meat And animal products, such as butter, can also be bad For the health. Choosing the Right food, therefore, has become An area of study in modern life.
阅读理解题目
(1)We can infer From the text that humans And animals __.
a.depend on One sense in choosing food
B.are not satisfied With their food
C.choose food in similar ways
D.eat entirely Different food
(2)which of the following eats only One type of food?
a.the white butterfly.
B.the small bird.
C.the bear.
D.the fox.
(3)certain animals change their choice of food When __.
a.the season changes
B.the food color changes
C.They move to Different places
D.They are attracted By Different smells
(4)We can learn From the last paragraph that __.
a.food is chosen For a good reason
B.French And British food is good
C.some people have few choices of food
D.some people care little about healthy diet
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Our "Mommy And me" time began two years ago. my next-door neighbor And fellow mother, Christie, And I were out in Our front yards, watching seven
children of age 6 And Under ride their bikes up And down. "I wish I could take
One of my children out alone," said Christie.
then We worked out a plan: When Christie takes One of Her children out,
I'll watch Her other three. And When She watches two of mine, I'll take
someone out.
the children were extremely quick to accept the idea of "Mommy And me"time. Christie'S daughter, McKenzie, went first. When She returned, the other
children showered Her With tons of questions. McKenzie was smiling broadly.
Christie looked refreshed And happy. "She'S like a Different child When there'S No One else around," Christie shared With me quickly. With Her mother All to herself, McKenzie didn't have to make An effort to gain attention.
just as Christie had noticed changes in McKenzie, I also discovered
something Different in each of my children during Our alone times. for example,
I am always surprised When my daughter, Who is seldom close to me, holds
my hand frequently. my stuttering(口吃的)son, Tom, doesn't stutter Once
during Our activities since He doesn't have to struggle For a chance to speak.
And the other son, Sam, Who'S always a follower When around other children,
shines as a leader during Our times together.
the "Mommy And me" time allows us to be simply alone And away With
each child
talking, sharing, And laughing, which has been the biggest gain.
every child deserves(应得到)to be An only child at least Once in a while.
题目
1.what is the text mainly about?
a.the experience of the only child being With mother.
B.the advantage of spending time With One child at a time.
C.the happy life of two families.
D.the basic needs of children.
2.Right After McKenzie came back, the other children were ___.
a.happy
B.curious
C.regretful
D.friendly
3.what is One of the changes the author finds in Her children?
a.the daughter acts like a leader.
B.Sam holds Her hand more often.
C.the boys become better followers.
D.Tom has less difficulty in Speaking.
4.the author seems to believe that ___.
a.Having brothers And sisters is fun
B.It'S tiring to look After three children
C.every child needs parents' full attention
D.parents should watch others' children
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Anyone Who cares about what schools And colleges teach And how their students learn will be interested in the memoir (回忆录) of Ralph W. Tyler, Who is One of the most famous men in American education.
born in Chicago in 1902, brought up And schooled in Nebraska, the 19-year-old college graduate Ralph Tyler became hooked On teaching while teaching as a science teacher in South Dakota And changed his major From medicine to education.
graduate work at the University of Chicago found him connected With honorable educators Charles Judd And W. W. Charters, whose ideas of teaching And testing had An effect On his later work. in 1927, He became a teacher of Ohio state University where He further developed a new method of testing.
Tyler became well-known nationally in 1938, When He carried his work With the Eight-year study From Ohio state University to the University of Chicago at the invitation of Robert Hutchins.
Tyler was the first director of the Center For Advanced study in the Behavioral Sciences at Stanford, a position He held For fourteen years. there, He firmly believed that researchers should be free to seek An independent (独立的) spirit in their work.
although Tyler officially retired in 1967, He never actually retired. He served On a long list of educational organizations in the United States And abroad. even in his 80s He traveled across the country to advise teachers And management people On how to set objectives (目标) that develop the best teaching And learning within their schools.
阅读理解题目
1.Who are most probably interested in Ralph W. Tyler’S memoir?
a.top managers.
B.language learners.
C.Serious educators.
D.science organizations.
2.the words “hooked On teaching” underlined in paragraph 2 probably mean __.
a.attracted to teaching
B.tired of teaching
C.satisfied With teaching
D.unhappy about teaching
3.where did Tyler work as the leader of a research center For over 10 years?
a.the University of Chicago.
B.Stanford University.
C.Ohio state University.
D.Nebraska University.
4.Tyler is said to have never actually retired because __.
a.He developed a new method of testing
B.He called For free spirit in research
C.He was still active in giving advice
D.He still led the Eight-year study
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last week my youngest son And I visited my father at his new home in Tucson, Arizona. He moved there a few years ago, And I was eager to see his new place And meet his friends.
my earliest memories of my father are a tall, handsome, successful man devoted to his work And his family, But uncomfortable With his children. as a child I loved him. He seemed unhappy With me unless I got straight a'S And unhappy With my boyfriends if their fathers were not as “successful” as He was. Whenever I went out With him On weekends, I used to struggle to think up things to say, Feeling On guard.
On the first Day of my visit, We went out With One of my father'S friends For lunch at An outdoor café. We talked along that afternoon, did some shopping, ate On the Street table, And laughed over my son'S funny facial expressions. Gone was my father'S critical (挑剔的) air And strict rules. Who was This person I knew as my father, Who seemed So friendly And interesting to be around? what had held him back before?
the next Day Dad pulled out his childhood pictures And told me quite a few stories about his own childhood. although Our times together became easier over the years, I never felt closer to him at that moment. After So many years, I'm at last seeing Another side of my father. And in doing So, I'm delighted With my_new_friend. my dad, in his new home in Arizona, is back to me From where He was.
阅读理解题目
【1】why did the author feel bitter about Her father as a young adult?
a.He was silent most of the time.
B.He was too proud of himself.
C.He did not love his children.
D.He expected too much of Her.
【2】When the author went out With Her father On weekends, She would feel _.
a.nervous
B.sorry
C.tired
D.safe
【3】With whom did the author And Her son have lunch at the outdoor café？
a.Her father.
B.One of Her father'S friends.
C.Her friend.
D.Her father And One of Her father'S friends.
【4】what does the author think of Her father After Her visit to Tucson?
a.more critical.
B.more talkative.
C.gentle And friendly.
D.strict And hardworking.
【5】the underlined words “my new friend” in the last paragraph refer to _.
a.the author'S son
B.the author'S father
C.the friend of the author'S father
D.the café owner
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more than 10 years ago, It was difficult to buy a tasty pineapple (菠萝). the fruits that made It to the UK were green On the outside And, more often than not, hard With An unpleasant taste within. then in 1966, the Del Monte gold pineapple produced in Hawaii first hit Our shelves.
the new type of pineapple looked more yellowy-gold than green. It was slightly softer On the outside And had a lot of juice inside. But the most important thing about This new type of pineapple was that It was twice as sweet as the hit-And-miss pineapples We had known. in No time, the Del Monte gold took the market By storm, rapidly becoming the world'S best-selling pineapple variety, And delivering natural levels of sweetness in the mouth, up Until then only found in tinned pineapple.
in nutrition (营养) It was All good News too. This nice-tasting pineapple contained four times more vitamin C (维生素 C) than the old green variety. Nutritionists said that It was not only full of vitamins, But also good against some diseases. people were understandably eager to be able to buy This wonderful fruit. the new type of pineapple was selling fast, And the Del Monte gold pineapple rapidly became a fixture in the shopping basket of the healthy eater.
Seeing the growing market For its winning pineapple, Del Monte tried to keep the market to itself. But other fruit companies developed similar pineapples. Del Monte turned to law For help, But failed. those companies argued successfully that Del Monte'S attempts to keep the golden pineapple For itself were just a way to knock them out of the market.
阅读理解题目
1.We learn From the text that the new type of pineapple is __.
a.green outside And sweet inside
B.good-looking outside And soft inside
C.yellowy-gold outside And hard inside
D.a little soft outside And sweet inside
2.why was the new type of pineapple selling well?
a.It was rich in nutrition And tasted nice.
B.It was less sweet And good For health.
C.It was developed By Del Monte.
D.It was used as medicine.
3.the underlined word "fixture" in paragraph 3 probably refers to something __.
a.that people enjoy eating
B.that is always present
C.that is difficult to get
D.that people use as a gift
4.We learn From the last paragraph that Del Monte _.
a.slowed other companies to develop pineapples
B.succeeded in keeping the pineapple For itself
C.tried hard to control the pineapple market
D.planned to help the other companies
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do’S And Don’ts in Whale watching
the Department of Fisheries And Oceans has developed guidelines For whale watching in Johnstone Strait, where killer whales are found daily each summer. Vessel operators are strongly recommended to follow These guidelines For All whale species.
Key Guidelines:
approach whales From the side, not the front or back.
Maintain a distance of ≥100 metres; stop the boat But keep the engine On.
minimize noise (No horns, whistles, or revving engines).
start the boat only When whales are ≥100 metres away.
leave the area slowly; Gradually increase speed When ≥300 metres From whales.
avoid sudden speed/direction changes.
do not disturb resting whale groups.
When alongside whales, keep low speed And maintain direction.
avoid crowding whales near shore or blocking their path to shore.
limit observation time to <30 minutes within 100–200 metres.
if multiple vessels are present, avoid surrounding whales.
Coordinate With other operators to ensure compliance.
问题
1.For whom is This text written?
a.Tour guides
B.Whale watchers
C.Vessel operators
D.government officials
2.When leaving the observation areas, the vessel should ____.
a.move close to the beach
B.increase speed Gradually
C.keep its engine running slowly
D.remain at the back of the whales
3.When going side By side With whales, the vessel should __.
a.keep moving in the same direction
B.surround the whales With other boats
C.travel closer And closer to the shore
D.take a good viewing position
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1.holiday News
country Hotel in Devon
Vacancies available: now And during school holidays.
Location: near quiet countryside, short drive From the sea.
Features:
comfortable, family-friendly atmosphere.
simple But good food.
children And pets welcome.
Reduced prices in low season.
cost: £57/week (includes food, rooms, And equipment except walking shoes, which can be hired).
requirements:
good health.
prepared For physical training.
benefits: potential lifelong adventure in mountain climbing.
unique experience:
Sleep in One country, wake up in Another.
No daily packing/unpacking.
Onboard Features:
first-class meals And cabin comfort.
Deck relaxation, games rooms, evening entertainment (live music, plays).
Destinations: Acapulco, Hawaii, Tokyo, Hong Kong, And more.
cost: a few thousand pounds For All-inclusive luxury.
题目
1.what can You do if You like to go On holidays With pets?
a.choose the holiday in Devon.
B. go to the Snowdonia Centre.
C. join the world sea trip of 2008.
D. visit Acapulco And Hawaii.
2.in what way is the Snowdonia Centre Different From the other two holidays?
a. It provides chances of family gatherings.
B. It provides customers With good food.
C. It offers a sports lesson.
D. It offers comfortable rooms.
3.what is special about the world sea trip of 2008?
a. You can have free meals On deck every Day.
B. You can sleep On a ship And tour many places.
C. You will have chances to watch And act in a play.
D. You have to do your own packing And unpacking.
9 a mother’S love
a.suddenly heard An elephant crying as though frightened. looking down, I immediately recognized that something was wrong And Ran down to the edge of the near bank. there I saw Ma Shwe With Her three-month-old calf struggling in the fast-rising water—It was a life-And-death struggle. Her calf was floating And screaming With fear. Ma Shwe was as near to the far bank as She could get, holding Her whole body against the rushing water And keeping the calf pressed against Her Huge body. every now and then, the rushing water would sweep the calf away.
there was a sudden rise in the water, And the calf was washed clean over the mother’S body And was gone. Ma Shwe turned quickly to reach It And pressed the calf With Her head And trunk against the rocky bank. then, With a Huge effort, She picked It up in Her trunk And tried Until She was able to place It On a narrow shelf of rock.
just at This moment, She fell back into the river. if She were carried down, It would be certain death. I knew, as well as She did, that there was One spot where She could get up the bank—But It was On the other side From where She had put Her calf.
while I was wondering what I could do next, I heard the sound of a mother’S love. Ma Shwe had crossed the river, got up the bank, And was making Her way back as fast as She could, roaring All the time. But to Her calf, It was music.
题目
1.the moment the author got down to the river bank He saw____.
a.the calf was about to Fall into the river
B.Ma Shwe was placing the calf On the rock
C.the calf was washed away By the rising water
D.Ma Shwe was holding the calf against the rushing water
2.how did Ma Shwe manage to save Her calf From the fast-flowing water?
a.By putting It On a safe spot
B.By pressing It against Her body
C.By taking It away With Her
D.By carrying It On Her back
3.how did the calf feel about the mother elephant’S roaring?
a.It was a great comfort
B.It was a sign of danger
C.It was a call For help
D.It was a musical note
4.what can be the best title For the text?
a.a mother’S love
B.a brave act
C.a deadly river
D.a matter of life And death
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computer Programmer David Jones
B.computer programmer David Jones earns $35,000 a year designing new computer games, yet He cannot find a bank ready to let him have a credit card. instead, He has been told to wait Another two years Until He is 18. the 16-year-old works For a small firm in Liverpool, where the problem of most young people of his age is Finding a job. David'S firm releases two new games For the fast-growing computer market each month.
But David'S biggest headache is what to do With his money. even Though He earns a lot, He cannot drive a car, take out a mortgage, or get credit cards. David got his job With the Liverpool-based company four months ago, a year After leaving school With six O-levels And working For a time in a computer shop. "I got the job because the people Who run the firm knew I had already written some programs," He said. David spends some of his money On records And clothes And gives his mother £50 a week. But most of his spare time is spent working.
"unfortunately, computing was not part of Our studies at school," He said. "But I had been Studying It in books And magazines For four years in my spare time. I knew what I wanted to do And never considered staying On at school. most people in This business are fairly young, anyway." David added, "I would like to earn a million And suppose early retirement is a possibility. You never know When the market might disappear."
题目
1.in what way is David Different From people of his age?
a.He often goes out With friends
B.He lives With his mother
C.He has a handsome income
D.He graduated With six O-levels
2.what is One of the problems that David is facing now?
a.He is too young to get a credit card
B.He has No time to learn driving
C.He has very little spare time
D.He will soon lose his job
3.why was David able to get the job in the company?
a.He had done well in All his exams
B.He had written some computer programs
C.He was good at playing computer games
D.He had learnt to use Computers at school
4.why did David decide to leave school And start working?
a.He received lots of job offers
B.He was eager to help his mother
C.He lost interest in school studies
D.He wanted to earn his own living
It was a winter morning, just a couple of weeks before Christmas 2005. while most people were warming up their cars, Trevor, my husband, had to get up early to ride his bike four kilometers away From home to work. On arrival, He parked his bike outside the back door as He usually does. After putting in 10 hours of labor, He returned to find his bike gone.
the bike, a black Kona 18 speed, was Our only transport. Trevor used It to get to work, putting in 60-hour weeks to support his young family. And the bike was also used to get groceries, saving us From Having to walk long distances From where We live.
I was So sad that someone would steal Our bike that I wrote to the newspaper And told them Our story. Shortly After that, Several people in Our area offered to help. One wonderful stranger even bought a bike, then called my husband to pick It up. Once again my husband had a way to get to And From his job. It really is An honor that a complete stranger would go out of their way For someone They have never met before.
people say that a smile can be passed From One person to Another, But acts of kindness From strangers are even more So. This experience has had a spreading effect in Our lives because It strengthened Our faith in humanity as a whole. And It has influenced us to be more mindful of ways We, too, can share With others. No matter how big or how small, An act of kindness shows that someone cares. And the results can be everlasting.
1.why was the bike So important to the couple?
a.They used It For work And daily life.
B.It was their only possession.
C.It was a nice Kona 18 speed.
D.the man'S job was bike racing.
2.what does the underlined phrase "go out of their way" mean?
a.go very far to see someone
B.walk out On foot to greet someone
C.help someone With One'S best
D.enjoy the moment With someone
3.We can infer From the text that __.
a.the couple worked 60 hours a week
B.people were busy before Christmas
C.the stranger brought over the bike
D.life was hard For the young family
4.how did people get to know the couple'S problem?
a.From a stranger.
B.From a newspaper.
C.From TV News.
D.From radio broadcasts.
5.what do the couple learn From their experience?
a.strangers are usually of little help.
B.One should take care of their bike.
C.News reports make people famous.
D.An act of kindness can mean a lot.
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many animals recognize their food because They see It. So do humans. When You see An apple or a piece of chocolate You know that These are things You can eat. You can also use other senses When You choose your food. You may like It because It smells good or because It tastes good. You may dislike some types of food because They do not look, smell or taste very nice. Different animals use Different senses to find And choose their food. a few animals depend on only One of their senses, while most animals use more than One sense.
although there are many Different types of food, some animals spend their lives eating only One type. the giant panda (大熊猫) eats only One particular type of bamboo (竹子). other animals eat only One type of food even When Given the choice. a kind of white butterfly (蝴蝶) will stay On the leaves of a cabbage, even Though there are plenty of other vegetables in the garden. however, most animals have a more varied diet (多样化饮食). the bear eats fruits And fish. the fox eats small animals, birds And fruits. the diet of These animals will be Different Depending On the season.
humans have a very varied diet. We often eat food because We like It And not because It is good For us. in countries such as France And Britain, people eat foods With too much sugar. This makes them overweight, which is bad For their health. Eating too much red meat And animal products, such as butter, can also be bad For the health. Choosing the Right food, therefore, has become An area of study in modern life.
阅读理解题目
(1)We can infer From the text that humans And animals __.
a.depend on One sense in choosing food
B.are not satisfied With their food
C.choose food in similar ways
D.eat entirely Different food
(2)which of the following eats only One type of food?
a.the white butterfly.
B.the small bird.
C.the bear.
D.the fox.
(3)certain animals change their choice of food When __.
a.the season changes
B.the food color changes
C.They move to Different places
D.They are attracted By Different smells
(4)We can learn From the last paragraph that __.
a.food is chosen For a good reason
B.French And British food is good
C.some people have few choices of food
D.some people care little about healthy diet
3
Our "Mommy And me" time began two years ago. my next-door neighbor And fellow mother, Christie, And I were out in Our front yards, watching seven
children of age 6 And Under ride their bikes up And down. "I wish I could take
One of my children out alone," said Christie.
then We worked out a plan: When Christie takes One of Her children out,
I'll watch Her other three. And When She watches two of mine, I'll take
someone out.
the children were extremely quick to accept the idea of "Mommy And me"time. Christie'S daughter, McKenzie, went first. When She returned, the other
children showered Her With tons of questions. McKenzie was smiling broadly.
Christie looked refreshed And happy. "She'S like a Different child When there'S No One else around," Christie shared With me quickly. With Her mother All to herself, McKenzie didn't have to make An effort to gain attention.
just as Christie had noticed changes in McKenzie, I also discovered
something Different in each of my children during Our alone times. for example,
I am always surprised When my daughter, Who is seldom close to me, holds
my hand frequently. my stuttering(口吃的)son, Tom, doesn't stutter Once
during Our activities since He doesn't have to struggle For a chance to speak.
And the other son, Sam, Who'S always a follower When around other children,
shines as a leader during Our times together.
the "Mommy And me" time allows us to be simply alone And away With
each child
talking, sharing, And laughing, which has been the biggest gain.
every child deserves(应得到)to be An only child at least Once in a while.
题目
1.what is the text mainly about?
a.the experience of the only child being With mother.
B.the advantage of spending time With One child at a time.
C.the happy life of two families.
D.the basic needs of children.
2.Right After McKenzie came back, the other children were ___.
a.happy
B.curious
C.regretful
D.friendly
3.what is One of the changes the author finds in Her children?
a.the daughter acts like a leader.
B.Sam holds Her hand more often.
C.the boys become better followers.
D.Tom has less difficulty in Speaking.
4.the author seems to believe that ___.
a.Having brothers And sisters is fun
B.It'S tiring to look After three children
C.every child needs parents' full attention
D.parents should watch others' children
4
Anyone Who cares about what schools And colleges teach And how their students learn will be interested in the memoir (回忆录) of Ralph W. Tyler, Who is One of the most famous men in American education.
born in Chicago in 1902, brought up And schooled in Nebraska, the 19-year-old college graduate Ralph Tyler became hooked On teaching while teaching as a science teacher in South Dakota And changed his major From medicine to education.
graduate work at the University of Chicago found him connected With honorable educators Charles Judd And W. W. Charters, whose ideas of teaching And testing had An effect On his later work. in 1927, He became a teacher of Ohio state University where He further developed a new method of testing.
Tyler became well-known nationally in 1938, When He carried his work With the Eight-year study From Ohio state University to the University of Chicago at the invitation of Robert Hutchins.
Tyler was the first director of the Center For Advanced study in the Behavioral Sciences at Stanford, a position He held For fourteen years. there, He firmly believed that researchers should be free to seek An independent (独立的) spirit in their work.
although Tyler officially retired in 1967, He never actually retired. He served On a long list of educational organizations in the United States And abroad. even in his 80s He traveled across the country to advise teachers And management people On how to set objectives (目标) that develop the best teaching And learning within their schools.
阅读理解题目
1.Who are most probably interested in Ralph W. Tyler’S memoir?
a.top managers.
B.language learners.
C.Serious educators.
D.science organizations.
2.the words “hooked On teaching” underlined in paragraph 2 probably mean __.
a.attracted to teaching
B.tired of teaching
C.satisfied With teaching
D.unhappy about teaching
3.where did Tyler work as the leader of a research center For over 10 years?
a.the University of Chicago.
B.Stanford University.
C.Ohio state University.
D.Nebraska University.
4.Tyler is said to have never actually retired because __.
a.He developed a new method of testing
B.He called For free spirit in research
C.He was still active in giving advice
D.He still led the Eight-year study
5
last week my youngest son And I visited my father at his new home in Tucson, Arizona. He moved there a few years ago, And I was eager to see his new place And meet his friends.
my earliest memories of my father are a tall, handsome, successful man devoted to his work And his family, But uncomfortable With his children. as a child I loved him. He seemed unhappy With me unless I got straight a'S And unhappy With my boyfriends if their fathers were not as “successful” as He was. Whenever I went out With him On weekends, I used to struggle to think up things to say, Feeling On guard.
On the first Day of my visit, We went out With One of my father'S friends For lunch at An outdoor café. We talked along that afternoon, did some shopping, ate On the Street table, And laughed over my son'S funny facial expressions. Gone was my father'S critical (挑剔的) air And strict rules. Who was This person I knew as my father, Who seemed So friendly And interesting to be around? what had held him back before?
the next Day Dad pulled out his childhood pictures And told me quite a few stories about his own childhood. although Our times together became easier over the years, I never felt closer to him at that moment. After So many years, I'm at last seeing Another side of my father. And in doing So, I'm delighted With my_new_friend. my dad, in his new home in Arizona, is back to me From where He was.
阅读理解题目
【1】why did the author feel bitter about Her father as a young adult?
a.He was silent most of the time.
B.He was too proud of himself.
C.He did not love his children.
D.He expected too much of Her.
【2】When the author went out With Her father On weekends, She would feel _.
a.nervous
B.sorry
C.tired
D.safe
【3】With whom did the author And Her son have lunch at the outdoor café？
a.Her father.
B.One of Her father'S friends.
C.Her friend.
D.Her father And One of Her father'S friends.
【4】what does the author think of Her father After Her visit to Tucson?
a.more critical.
B.more talkative.
C.gentle And friendly.
D.strict And hardworking.
【5】the underlined words “my new friend” in the last paragraph refer to _.
a.the author'S son
B.the author'S father
C.the friend of the author'S father
D.the café owner
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more than 10 years ago, It was difficult to buy a tasty pineapple (菠萝). the fruits that made It to the UK were green On the outside And, more often than not, hard With An unpleasant taste within. then in 1966, the Del Monte gold pineapple produced in Hawaii first hit Our shelves.
the new type of pineapple looked more yellowy-gold than green. It was slightly softer On the outside And had a lot of juice inside. But the most important thing about This new type of pineapple was that It was twice as sweet as the hit-And-miss pineapples We had known. in No time, the Del Monte gold took the market By storm, rapidly becoming the world'S best-selling pineapple variety, And delivering natural levels of sweetness in the mouth, up Until then only found in tinned pineapple.
in nutrition (营养) It was All good News too. This nice-tasting pineapple contained four times more vitamin C (维生素 C) than the old green variety. Nutritionists said that It was not only full of vitamins, But also good against some diseases. people were understandably eager to be able to buy This wonderful fruit. the new type of pineapple was selling fast, And the Del Monte gold pineapple rapidly became a fixture in the shopping basket of the healthy eater.
Seeing the growing market For its winning pineapple, Del Monte tried to keep the market to itself. But other fruit companies developed similar pineapples. Del Monte turned to law For help, But failed. those companies argued successfully that Del Monte'S attempts to keep the golden pineapple For itself were just a way to knock them out of the market.
阅读理解题目
1.We learn From the text that the new type of pineapple is __.
a.green outside And sweet inside
B.good-looking outside And soft inside
C.yellowy-gold outside And hard inside
D.a little soft outside And sweet inside
2.why was the new type of pineapple selling well?
a.It was rich in nutrition And tasted nice.
B.It was less sweet And good For health.
C.It was developed By Del Monte.
D.It was used as medicine.
3.the underlined word "fixture" in paragraph 3 probably refers to something __.
a.that people enjoy eating
B.that is always present
C.that is difficult to get
D.that people use as a gift
4.We learn From the last paragraph that Del Monte _.
a.slowed other companies to develop pineapples
B.succeeded in keeping the pineapple For itself
C.tried hard to control the pineapple market
D.planned to help the other companies
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do’S And Don’ts in Whale watching
the Department of Fisheries And Oceans has developed guidelines For whale watching in Johnstone Strait, where killer whales are found daily each summer. Vessel operators are strongly recommended to follow These guidelines For All whale species.
Key Guidelines:
approach whales From the side, not the front or back.
Maintain a distance of ≥100 metres; stop the boat But keep the engine On.
minimize noise (No horns, whistles, or revving engines).
start the boat only When whales are ≥100 metres away.
leave the area slowly; Gradually increase speed When ≥300 metres From whales.
avoid sudden speed/direction changes.
do not disturb resting whale groups.
When alongside whales, keep low speed And maintain direction.
avoid crowding whales near shore or blocking their path to shore.
limit observation time to <30 minutes within 100–200 metres.
if multiple vessels are present, avoid surrounding whales.
Coordinate With other operators to ensure compliance.
问题
1.For whom is This text written?
a.Tour guides
B.Whale watchers
C.Vessel operators
D.government officials
2.When leaving the observation areas, the vessel should ____.
a.move close to the beach
B.increase speed Gradually
C.keep its engine running slowly
D.remain at the back of the whales
3.When going side By side With whales, the vessel should __.
a.keep moving in the same direction
B.surround the whales With other boats
C.travel closer And closer to the shore
D.take a good viewing position
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1.holiday News
country Hotel in Devon
Vacancies available: now And during school holidays.
Location: near quiet countryside, short drive From the sea.
Features:
comfortable, family-friendly atmosphere.
simple But good food.
children And pets welcome.
Reduced prices in low season.
- the Snowdonia Centre
cost: £57/week (includes food, rooms, And equipment except walking shoes, which can be hired).
requirements:
good health.
prepared For physical training.
benefits: potential lifelong adventure in mountain climbing.
unique experience:
Sleep in One country, wake up in Another.
No daily packing/unpacking.
Onboard Features:
first-class meals And cabin comfort.
Deck relaxation, games rooms, evening entertainment (live music, plays).
Destinations: Acapulco, Hawaii, Tokyo, Hong Kong, And more.
cost: a few thousand pounds For All-inclusive luxury.
题目
1.what can You do if You like to go On holidays With pets?
a.choose the holiday in Devon.
B. go to the Snowdonia Centre.
C. join the world sea trip of 2008.
D. visit Acapulco And Hawaii.
2.in what way is the Snowdonia Centre Different From the other two holidays?
a. It provides chances of family gatherings.
B. It provides customers With good food.
C. It offers a sports lesson.
D. It offers comfortable rooms.
3.what is special about the world sea trip of 2008?
a. You can have free meals On deck every Day.
B. You can sleep On a ship And tour many places.
C. You will have chances to watch And act in a play.
D. You have to do your own packing And unpacking.
9 a mother’S love
a.suddenly heard An elephant crying as though frightened. looking down, I immediately recognized that something was wrong And Ran down to the edge of the near bank. there I saw Ma Shwe With Her three-month-old calf struggling in the fast-rising water—It was a life-And-death struggle. Her calf was floating And screaming With fear. Ma Shwe was as near to the far bank as She could get, holding Her whole body against the rushing water And keeping the calf pressed against Her Huge body. every now and then, the rushing water would sweep the calf away.
there was a sudden rise in the water, And the calf was washed clean over the mother’S body And was gone. Ma Shwe turned quickly to reach It And pressed the calf With Her head And trunk against the rocky bank. then, With a Huge effort, She picked It up in Her trunk And tried Until She was able to place It On a narrow shelf of rock.
just at This moment, She fell back into the river. if She were carried down, It would be certain death. I knew, as well as She did, that there was One spot where She could get up the bank—But It was On the other side From where She had put Her calf.
while I was wondering what I could do next, I heard the sound of a mother’S love. Ma Shwe had crossed the river, got up the bank, And was making Her way back as fast as She could, roaring All the time. But to Her calf, It was music.
题目
1.the moment the author got down to the river bank He saw____.
a.the calf was about to Fall into the river
B.Ma Shwe was placing the calf On the rock
C.the calf was washed away By the rising water
D.Ma Shwe was holding the calf against the rushing water
2.how did Ma Shwe manage to save Her calf From the fast-flowing water?
a.By putting It On a safe spot
B.By pressing It against Her body
C.By taking It away With Her
D.By carrying It On Her back
3.how did the calf feel about the mother elephant’S roaring?
a.It was a great comfort
B.It was a sign of danger
C.It was a call For help
D.It was a musical note
4.what can be the best title For the text?
a.a mother’S love
B.a brave act
C.a deadly river
D.a matter of life And death
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computer Programmer David Jones
B.computer programmer David Jones earns $35,000 a year designing new computer games, yet He cannot find a bank ready to let him have a credit card. instead, He has been told to wait Another two years Until He is 18. the 16-year-old works For a small firm in Liverpool, where the problem of most young people of his age is Finding a job. David'S firm releases two new games For the fast-growing computer market each month.
But David'S biggest headache is what to do With his money. even Though He earns a lot, He cannot drive a car, take out a mortgage, or get credit cards. David got his job With the Liverpool-based company four months ago, a year After leaving school With six O-levels And working For a time in a computer shop. "I got the job because the people Who run the firm knew I had already written some programs," He said. David spends some of his money On records And clothes And gives his mother £50 a week. But most of his spare time is spent working.
"unfortunately, computing was not part of Our studies at school," He said. "But I had been Studying It in books And magazines For four years in my spare time. I knew what I wanted to do And never considered staying On at school. most people in This business are fairly young, anyway." David added, "I would like to earn a million And suppose early retirement is a possibility. You never know When the market might disappear."
题目
1.in what way is David Different From people of his age?
a.He often goes out With friends
B.He lives With his mother
C.He has a handsome income
D.He graduated With six O-levels
2.what is One of the problems that David is facing now?
a.He is too young to get a credit card
B.He has No time to learn driving
C.He has very little spare time
D.He will soon lose his job
3.why was David able to get the job in the company?
a.He had done well in All his exams
B.He had written some computer programs
C.He was good at playing computer games
D.He had learnt to use Computers at school
4.why did David decide to leave school And start working?
a.He received lots of job offers
B.He was eager to help his mother
C.He lost interest in school studies
D.He wanted to earn his own living