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Canada is one of largest countries in the world, second only to Russia. A．the; the B．the; a C．a; the D．the;/
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The number 9.11 is a special number, , I think, that will be remembered by the Americans forever. A．what B．it C．which D．one
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—Sarah, you seem to be a little absent-minded. What’s wrong? —Oh, sorry. Actually, I of the family party this weekend. I have to make a list of what needs to be bought. A．am just thinking B．just thought C．have just thought D．was just thinking
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He can’t be promoted to be the manager of the marketing department, his inability to communicate with customers. A．being considered B．to be considered C．considering D．considered
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How long do you think the computer company brings out a new product? A．it will be before B．will it be until C．will it be when D．it will be that
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It’s time that I my hair cut. It’s the fifth time that I to the barber’s shop. A．had; have gone B．have; have gone C．have; went D．had; go
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It’s one’s bad habits, rather than a certain natural disaster, one’s longevity (长寿)for most of the time. A．that affects B．which affect C．which affects D．that affect
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Have you heard of it ? Firefighters rushed into a burning house, three of them unfortunately in and their lives. A．caught; losing B．catching; lost C．caught; lost D．catching; losing
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They have most carefully the time and money needed to complete the project. A．picked out B．left out C．figured out D．taken out
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—I wonder if I could do my job well. I’m always getting everything in a mess. — ! Things are not as bad as they seem. Everything will be all right soon. A．Bottom up B．Go ahead C．Cheer up D．Take your time
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Mr. Brown is an experienced doctor. He is always when faced with emergency. A．as poor as a church mouse B．as busy as a bee C．as cool as a cucumber D．as strong as a horse
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—I’m sorry, but the manager isn’t here yet. Shall I have him call you when he comes back? —No, I’ll call him later. If I call again in half an hour, do you think he ? A．arrives B．has arrived C．will arrive D．will have arrived
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—Dick insisted he nothing wrong, and should not be criticized. Why? —Because he couldn’t help but tell a white lie. A．did; tell B．had done; but tell C．do; telling D．do; to tell
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—What does the notice on the wall say? —“No person take books out of the reading room; otherwise he would be fined.” A．will B．may C．shall D．must
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—I can’t stand my wife spending so much time shopping. Yesterday, she bought a new dress which she actually doesn’t need at all. —Don’t be angry. , almost all women like shopping for new clothes. A．In all B．In general C．In particular D．In conclusion
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Martin was grown-up, and for his birthday that year his father gave him a 36 without any pictures in it! Martin’s father found he was not 37 about it, and told him, “Son, this isn’t just any 38 book; it’s a magic (有魔力的) book. But to discover its magic you’ll have to 39 it.” Well, that was better. Martin liked 40 to do with magic. He started reading it, 41 he wasn’t very willing to. The next morning, his 42 asked him, “Have you found the magic 43 ? ” So… there was a key to find! Martin flicked through (快速翻阅) the book, but there was no 44 of the key. And then his father 45 him, “You won’t find it like that . You have to read the book.” Martin didn’t have much patience (耐心), thinking his father just told a 46 . A little later, his little sister, Angela, asked him 47 the book. After several days, she 48 shouted, “I’ve found the key!” And she wouldn’t stop 49 all the places she had visited using the magic key. This made Martin read the book again. At first it was a 50 ; there wasn’t even one single 51 in the book. But, gradually, Martin became 52 the adventurous (冒险的) prince’s life. Then, suddenly, he was there. The book 53 was the key! It was true that every time he 54 it, he felt going to its valleys and seas, and he lived the adventures of the prince. From then on, with every new book, Martin never 55 being attracted by the letters and words inside. 1. A．box B．diary C．book D．bag
2. A．sad B．happy C．surprised D．angry
3. A．special B．new C．famous D．ordinary
4. A．keep B．read C．take D．value
5. A．somebody B．nothing C．everything D．anybody
6. A．so B．and C．though D．or
7. A．uncle B．mother C．father D．aunt
8. A．page B．word C．stick D．key
9. A．mark B．sign C．signal D．way
10. A．asked B．praised C．followed D．told
11. A．lie B．story C．joke D．will
12. A．of B．for C．to D．back
13. A．happily B．badly C．quickly D．slowly
14. A．working out B．talking about C．turning down D．looking for
15. A．pity B．pleasure C．pain D．success
16. A．picture B．note C．text D．title
17. A．busy with B．tired of C．interested in D．good at
18. A．it B．yourself C．himself D．itself
19. A．opened B．put C．threw D．covered
20. A．tried B．felt C．stopped D．began
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Today was a big day for my eldest son, Kevin. He had his first big boy haircut. Before today, we have always stood by his side, told the hairdresser what to do and watched over the whole thing. We’ve been working on the rewards (奖赏) of responsibility with my son for quite some time. Today, he got one of those rewards by having his own haircut. When they arrived at the shop, his father showed him a book with lots of styles of haircuts for boys. After he made his choice, he waited patiently for his turn. My husband decided he would get his own hair cut at the same time. When their names were called, Kevin showed the hairdresser the picture of his chosen haircut, which, thankfully, was not a strange haircut. The hairdresser looked to my husband for approval (批准) and he told her his son was in charge. During his haircut, Kevin talked happily with the hairdresser. My husband, who was getting his haircut in the next chair, kept silent. When all was said and done, Kevin looked quite handsome. When it was time to pay, he reached into his pocket and took out the cash my husband gave him. He handed it to her and said, “Thanks, it’s all yours.” I guess that’s the six-year-old equivalent (对应的语句) of “keep the change.” I have to admit I was a little nervous about the whole thing before, but I’m a believer now. My son is growing up and ready for new big boy experiences. 1.When Kevin got his haircut, the author used to . A．do her own thing B．leave him alone C．talk happily with her son D．manage the whole thing 2.What did the author’s husband do at the hairdresser’s? A．Picked out a hair style for his son. B．Talked happily with the hairdressers. C．Had his own haircut silently D．Stood together with the author. 3.What was the hair style that Kevin chose like? A．It was very strange. B．It suited him well. C．It was very bad. D．It was more like a girl’s
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Blackbird (画眉) ★A good sign ★Paradise ★Magic Seeing a blackbird for most is a good sign. It can also mean shyness and insecurity, which directly means a lack of self-confidence. The color black, as we know, is connected with supernatural power. Bluebird (蓝知更鸟) ★The arrival of spring ★Hard work ★Joy Bluebirds are connected with joy, and they most often mean a happy condition or good news coming your way. They may also refer to the hope of an individual for their inner child, which means innocence (单纯). Bluejay (冠蓝鸦) ★Fearless ★Truthful ★Talkative A bluejay can mean being faithful to others. Seeing a bluejay either in its natural habitat or in your dreams could also send across a message to develop an innate (先天的) talent. Canary(金丝雀) ★Joy ★Freedom ★Intellectual development Canaries are happy birds that spread joy and a sense of well-being. For some, a flying canary can be a sign of the spread of unwanted information. It can also mean that you are the cause of the gossip (闲话) as an individual. A canary is also a symbol of selflessness. 1.Both the bluebird and the canary can be a sign of . A．innocence B．joy C．the coming of spring D．shyness 2.Which bird can be a sign that someone is not confident? A．The blackbird. B．The bluebird. C．The bluejay. D．The canary. 3.What does it mean when you see a bluejay in your dream? A．It means you spread unwanted information. B．It means you man develop an innate talent. C．It means you will have joy. D．It means someone is missing you. 4.Which bird can mean selfessness? A．The blackbird. B．The bluebird. C．The bluejay. D．The canary.
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The title of next James bond film is Skyfall, which has already started filming. The film will be on in the UK on 26 October 2012 and in the United States on 9 November 2012. It has been 50 years since Sean Connery was announced as the first man to play Bond in the film named Dr No. Do you expect Skyfall which is the 23rd film in the 007 series? At London’s Corinthi a Hotel, the official gave a little information about the storyline: Bond’s loyal attitude toward his boss Miss M will be tested when one of her past staff comes back to hurt her. As MI6 (英国陆军情报六局) is in danger, 007 needs to solve problems and protect MI6 whatever it costs. Mendes, who won a best director Oscar for 1999’s American Beauty, told fans that Skyfall would have all the features of a classic Bond movie, such as a lot of action. “Daniel Craig is back for a third time as 007 along with Dame Judi Dench as his boss Miss M.” said Mendes. Many famous actors and actresses who have Oscar wins and nominations (提名)are included, but the filmmakers remain keeping their roles in the film secret. Producers are showing no signs of cutting off the cost of Skyfall. “It is at the same level as the 2008’s Quantum of Solace, which cost about $200m. The film will be made in the Whitehall, Scotland, China and Turkey, as well as Pinewood Studios.” Said a producer. Why has 007 been popular for so long? Professor James Chapman of Leicester University, the author of the book A Cultural History of the James Bond Films, said, “They manage to let each new film meet the changes not just in society but in the popular taste of film culture. That lets each generation get their own Bond.” 1.The first film of the 007 series is . A．American Beauty B．Quantum of Solace C．Dr No D．Skyfall 2.The task of James Bond in the new James Bond film is to . A．let MI6 be famous around the world B．show off himself as a hero C．protect MI6 when it’s in trouble D．manage the cost of Skyfall 3.Which is true about the actors and actresses in Skyfall? A．They are all new faces for audiences. B．Many of them have achieved a lot in acting. C．They have played in all the films of the 007 series. D．They are fans of James Bond and Mendes. 4.According to Professor James Chapman, what keeps the 007 films popular for so long? A．Handsome actors and beautiful actresses. B．The great and exciting action scenes. C．The interesting story and famous director. D．Successful changes for each generation.
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Next autumn, studying for a degree in Britain will become more expensive, and the results are already clear. This week, figures from UCAS(the Universities and College Admissions service)show a 15-percent downturn in applications(申请) from this time last year. With fees having reached ￡9,000 a year, some students are beginning to consider other ways of getting higher education—including distance learning, which allows them to get a degree while still living, and earning money, at home. That is important, because fees are only part of the picture. The National Union of Students says that UK students pay an average of ￡4,900 a year for basics such as rent, food, books, equipment, field trips and the like. If those costs can be reduced, the burden of fees will be lessened. Therefore, many people are thinking not only about what and where to study, but how—that is, whether they have to be on campus to get a degree. Distance learning is best suited to certain subjects and to ultra-motivated(极有主动性的)student, according to Carrie-Anne Rice of Resource Development International(RDI).“The advantage is that the fee system is more flexible(灵活的), and you can have full-time work while studying, Rice says.”“You graduate three years ahead of possible competitors(竞争对手)— with the same degree, but with three years of work experience and without the debt.” “I left school and went straight into work. But at the age of 23, I changed career and soon realized I needed a degree to advance. Because of lack of money ad time, full-time university wasn’t a good choice, but I discovered that distance learning was financially flexible and enabled me to work and gain skills from my workplace without affecting the quality of my life,” Andy Cain, a distance learning student says. Although distance learning has many advantages, a campus-based university experience remains the dream of most school-leavers. There is no question that “being there” is not only fun, but rich in shared experience, pooled knowledge, and—perhaps most importantly—friendships that will go on long after the degrees have been awarded. 1.The number of students applying to universities compared to this time last year. A．has increased greatly B．has decreased C．hasn’t shown any change D．has become zero 2.Students who study on campus spend each year, on average. A．￡9,000 B．￡4,900 C．￡13,900 D．￡4,100 3.Which of the following is NOT the benefit of distance learning? A．Lower debt levels B．A head start on the job market. C．Valuable friendships D．A flexible fee system. 4.Which of the following statements is TRUE? A．The change in fees has had no effect on school-leavers. B．Distance learning has the same advantages as campus-based learning. C．Distance learning is so attractive that nobody wants to go to university any more. D．Distance learning doesn’t suit all subjects or all students.
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请认真阅读下列短文，并根据所读内容在文章后表格中的空格里填入一个最恰当的单词。注意：每个空格只填1个单词。请将答案写在答题卡上相应题号的横线上。 Stress Management—Learn to Relax With Self Hypnosis Self hypnosis(自我催眠法)is one of the best known and most effective techniques for relieving stress and anxiety. It’s easy to learn and you can do it anywhere. This is a simple exercise that you can do at any time of the day. All you need is 10 minutes to yourself. The first few times you practice the following technique, it’s a good idea to make sure that you’re relatively calm to begin with. After you’ve practiced several times, you’ll be able to achieve the same deep relaxation, even if you are feeling stressed or tense. Get into a comfortable position, either sitting or lying down. Then simply close your eyes taking a few moments to unwind(放松). Now take a long slow deep breath, hold it as long as you comfortably can, then slowly release the breath allowing your whole body to relax with the air breathed out. Repeat this more than twice and notice how you relax even further with each breath. Now, imagine our standing at the top of a set of 20 steps and each step will take you further into a deep state of relaxation. Then, as you count backwards from 20 to 1, imagine that you are moving down to the next step. With each number, notice that you are going deeper, becoming even more relaxed , feeling calm and at ease. This is the most important step! Take some time to enjoy this relaxed state. Some people find that by this time their breathing has become slower and their body may feel either very heavy or every light or it may even feel like it’s tingling. It’s different for everyone so just pay attention to any changes and allow yourself to enjoy that state of deep relaxation. Then when you are ready to awaken, count up from one to five, with each number just instruct yourself to become more alert, more awake, feeling more refreshed. When you reach five, open your eyes and remember to give your arms and legs a little shake to reorient(适应)yourself. While you’re experiencing the benefits, you’ll find that you become more and more relaxed each time you go through the exercise. To get the most of this technique it’s recommended that you practice at least once each day for 21 days. Then use it as often as you like and whenever you’re feeling stressed or anxious. Learn to Relax With Self Hypnosis
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