I really wanted to help those homeless children in the flooded areas, ______ I donated all the pocket money that I had saved for months.
A．so B．because C．since D．for
The robber was caught by two men ______ police uniform _________.
A．in; at the once B．in; at once C．on,; at the once D．on; at once
She’s feeling ______ tired.
A．a bit B．a bit of C．lots of D．a few
Riding bicycles makes us ___________.
A. to keep healthy B. keep health C. keep fit
Every day, life is made and lost. Every day, life goes on. Every day we experience some of the most important parts of life and may not even realize it: love, generosity, and perseverance. These values aren’t just important to us, they make the world what it is.
Scientists say that the gravity makes the world turn, but some people say that love makes it go around. Love can be found anywhere: in families, friends, even strangers. Even if you can’t see it, you know it’s there.
Love may connect people all over the world, but what would the world be without generosity? Whether after a national disaster or a school fund raiser, one thing is certain--- it is better to give than to receive. Generosity is found everywhere and whether it’s a large or small act, it makes a difference. Most of all, generosity is not something you need any qualifications（资格）for, and no matter what you do, it can make a difference. Sometimes, though, it takes effort to be generous, which leads us to perseverance.
Founding a country, riding a bike, or finishing a novel, these are all finished with perseverance. Perseverance is the one thing that can help us achieve whatever we want. It is what helps scientists discover cures for illnesses, and athletes become winners. You may fail, but every time you make a mistake, that’s one less to make the next time.
There is an infinite(无限的) number of things we value. But without love, generosity, and perseverance, we just don’t think that our lives or the world would be the way it is.
1.The underlined word “it” in the second paragraph means .
A．the world B．the gravity C．the value D．the experience
2.To be generous, the writer thinks .
A．you needn’t make effort
B．you should be qualified(有资格的)
C．you should give all you have
D．you find it meaningful whatever you do
3.The meaning of the word “perseverance” is .
A．财富 B．体力 C．毅力 D．机遇
4.Which of the following statement is TRUE?
A．Perseverance is the only thing to help us achieve success.
B．People don’t understand life they experience at all.
C．Helping others is always better than receiving help.
D．What the world is like depends on the gravity and love.
5.The best title for the passage may be .
A．Success and failure B．Three values C．Endless love D．Hard life
Every year, the French town of Menton hosts an event called the Lemon Festival in the world. The Lemon Festival usually takes place between mid-February until March. During the festival, around 145 tons of oranges and lemons are sent into the town. Over 300 workers work together to make giant sculptures(雕塑) out of fruits.
Menton became the first producer of lemons in 1929. The lemons are loved by the world’s best cooks. In the late 19th century, a town parade was held to encourage Menton’s winter tourism. Kings, princes and artists filled the great and comfortable hotels or their own fantastic houses. Because of its great success, the streets were beautifully planted with oranges and lemons in the following years. In order to develop tourism, in 1934 the Lemon Festival was officially born.
Sleepy Menton becomes a world of color during the festival time. People find it very exciting and full of fun. The festival is enjoyed for three whole weeks. Along with a daily Lemon and Orange Exhibition, parades on Sundays, fireworks on Thursday nights.
Every year there will be a special theme for the Lemon festival. This year the theme of the Lemon Festival is: “The regions of France”. Some of the events are free, but you need to buy tickets to see the parades.
1.Why was the Lemon Festival officially born?
A．To encourage people to plant more lemons.
B．To help people enjoy the winter months.
C．To develop winter tourism in Menton.
D．To cerebrate the success of orange planting.
2.What is the writer trying to tell us in the second paragraph?
A．The history of Menton.
B．The tourist attractions in Menton.
C．The special taste of the lemons in Menton.
D．The history of the Lemon Festival.
3.You can enjoy the following activities EXCEPT_______ during the Lemon Festival.
A．lemon and orange shows B．a town parade
C．fireworks D．a concert
4.In which part of a newspaper can you find the passage?
A．Travel B．Family C．Advertisement D．Sport
