Internet dating has become one of the biggest and most successful business ventures on the Internet.Basically, Internet dating is a way to meet people for either friendship or dating without actually having to meet them in person first.
The first thing to do it you decide to try Internet dating is to build your profile (简介) which can include your hobbies, hopes for the future, and so on.A photograph is optional, but many sites claim that a photograph increases the number of people who look at your profile.Many Internet dating sites will charge a one-lime registration fee to use their services.
Internet dating makes it possible to meet people from all over the world.You can even narrow the search down to your area by zip code.Another advantage is that you can communicate by e-mail before you meet in person.Thousands of people have met, fallen in love, and married through Internet dating.It is an excellent way for shy people to meet.It is also a way for people with busy lives to connect with others, and an easy way to meet people who share your interests.
Just as in traditional dating and love, there are some pitfalls to be aware of in Internet dating.The person you have been talking to on the Net may not be who they say they are, Be very aware that there are some people who misrepresent their appearance or private details, such as marital status, income, and so on, for their own reasons.It would not be the first time that someone has been taken in, and talk shows are full of cheating partners who have been caught dating over the Internet in their spare time.Nevertheless, taking a few simple precautions should help ensure that your Internet dating experience is fun.
1.The purpose of writing the passage is to _____.
A.persuade readers to go dating on the Internet
B.inform us how to date on the Internet
C.warn readers against web love
D.introduce Internet dating to us
2.Which of the following is a must to make an Internet dating possible?
A.A photo. B.A profile. C.Money. D.Business experience.
3.One advantage of Internet dating is that _____.
A.you can avoid a face-to-face meeting in the beginning
B.you're sure to find a partner with the same interests
C.you'll find absolutely dependable information of others
D.you'll gain fame and money overnight
4.What is probably talked about following the last paragraph?
A.Traditional dating. B.Hidden advantages.
C.Safety measures. D.Romantic love.
5.The underlined word "pitfalls" in Paragraph 4 most probably means ______
A.rules B.trends C.problems D.skills
阅读下面短文,按照句子结构的语法性和上下文连贯的要求,在空格处填入一个适当的词或使用括号中词语的正确形式填空,并将答案填写在答卷标号为16-25的相应位置上。
Recently I failed an exam.However, 1. I came out of my teacher's office.I told myself: "Smile! It's not so serious. "
I smiled a big smile and 2. worked a little, really.
Everyone gets 3. (frustrate) sometimes.I used to be always influenced by pressure and I was often in low spirits.But one day I came 4. a sentence in the Bible: “Do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will he anxious for itself.Let the day's own trouble be sufficient for the day." It suddenly struck me: " 5. (worry) about a problem doesn't help.Why not just give a big smile and face up 6. the trouble?"
Now every time I want to cry, I remind myself that 7. (laugh) is better than tears and anger.I 8. (convince) that there's something magical about a smile.A smile helps me recover confidence and gives me 9. courage to move on.
Remember, whenever you're faced with a setback, whenever you've been treated unfairly, all it takes is determination and you can feel happy again.Smile at life. 10. it will shine on you.
School was over and I was both mentally and physically tired, I sat at the very front of the bus because of 1 to get home.Sitting at the front makes you 2 out like a shiny coin in a pile of dull pennies.
Janie, the driver, tries to break the uncomfortable atmosphere by striking the match of 3 .
I try to mind my manners and 4 listen, but usually I am too busy thinking about my day.On this day, however, her conversation was worth listening 10.
"My father's sick," she said to no one in 5 .I could see the anxiety and fear in her eyes.With a sudden change of attitude and interest, I asked, "What's wrong with him?"
With her eyes wet and her voice tight from 6 the tears, she responded, "Heart trouble." Her eyes 7 as she continued."I've already lost my mum, so I don't think I can 8 losing him.”
I couldn't respond.I was 9 .My heart ached for her.I sat on [he old, smelly seat thinking of the great 10 my own mother was thrown into when my father died.
I saw how hard it was, and still is, for her.I wouldn't like anyone to go through that.Suddenly I realized Janie wasn't only a bus driver.That was just her job.She had a _ 11_ world of family and concerns too.I had never thought of her as anything but a driver.I suddenly felt very 12 .I realized I had only thought of people as 13 as what their purposes were in my life.I paid no attention to Janie because she was a bus driver.1 had judged her by her job and regarded her as unimportant.
For all I know, I'm just another person in someone else's world, and may not even be important.I should not have been so selfish and self-centered.Everyone 14 a place to go to, people to see and appointments to 15 .Understanding people is an art.
1. A.determination B.decision C.attempt D.anxiety
2. A.make B.stand C.think D.find
3. A.topic B.message C.discussion D.conversation
4. A.devotedly B.carelessly C.politely D.sincerely
5. A.common B.silence C.particular D.surprise
6. A.avoiding B.clearing C.keeping D.fighting
7. A.widened B.closed C.lowered D.opened
8. A.mind B.regret C.bear D.miss
9. A.angry B.interested C.curious D.shocked
10.A.pain B.pity C.disappointment D.mercy
11 A.dark B.narrow C.whole D.bright
12.A.selfish B.confused C.worried D.sad
13.A.long B.much C.far D.well
14.A.takes B.has C.finds D.needs
15.A.stay B.remain C.keep D.put
阅读下面的短文,然后按照要求写一篇150词左右的英语短文。
Michael is always in a good mood and always has something positive to say. When someone asks him how he is doing, he will reply, “If I were any better, I’d be twins!”
His style really made me curious, so one day I went up to Michael and asked him, “I don’t get it. You can’t be positive all the time. How do you do it?”
Michael replied, “Each morning I wake up and say to myself, ‘Mike, you can choose to be in a good mood or in a bad mood.’ I choose to be in a good mood. Each time something bad happens, I choose to learn from it. Every time someone comes to me complaining, I choose to point out the positive side of life.”
Then Michael added, “Life is all about choices. When you cut away all the junk, every situation is a choice. You choose how you react to situations. You choose how people will affect your mood. You choose to be in a good mood or bad mood. The bottom line is: It’s your choice how you live your life.” I reflected on what Michael said. And I learn from him that every day we can choose to live fully. Attitude is everything.
【写作内容】
(1) 以约30个词概括短文的要点;
(2) 然后以约120个词写一篇记叙文,描写你或你的朋友遭遇困境的一次经历,并包括以下要点:
①叙述你或你的朋友曾经遭遇的某个困境;
②你或你的朋友是如何对待困难的;
③你或你的朋友的态度对解决问题起了什么作用?
【写作要求】
1.作文中可以使用亲身经历或虚构的故事,也可以参照阅读材料的内容,但不得直接引用原文中的句子。
2.作文中不能出现真实姓名和学校名称。
【评分标准】
概括准确,语言规范,内容合适,语句连贯。
人们对于学生网上交友持不同意见。请你用英语写一篇关于学生网上交友的短文,介绍人们的不同观点,并表达自己的看法。
参考词汇:网络朋友online friend(s) 上当受骗 be / get cheated
赞成的理由 |
反对的理由 |
你的看法 |
1.广交朋友 2.可自由表达思想 3.利于外语学习 |
1.浪费时间 2.影响学习 3.可能上当受骗 |
1-2 点 |
【写作内容】
① 请根据以上提示,最后谈谈你的观点;
② 文章必须包括所有提示要点,但不要逐条译成英语。
【写作要求】
只能使用5个句子表达全部内容。
【评分标准】
句子结构准确,信息内容完整和连贯。
阅读下列应用文及相关信息,并按照要求匹配信息。请在答题卡上将对应题号的相应选项字母填写。
A.
Pacha London www.pachalondon.com
The world’s most historic club is set in a building of the 1920s beautifully decorated in its original oak paneling and features an impressive glass ceiling. You can enjoy beauty, style and elegance when clubbing at London’s most historic night club Pacha and appreciate works of some famous musicians.
B.
Amika London www.amikalondon.com
Amika plays host to the new super elite(精英) who are seeking the latest fashion trends. A unique playground designed for fun. It is the final destination for major players and glitterati(上层人士) alike. It features
table reservations & bookings, events and corporate bookings.
C.
SeOne Club London www.seonelondon.com
SeOne is one of London’s largest music clubs. Situated in the north of London, SeOne consists of five rooms. It can be broken down into smaller spaces and can be used for parties as small as 100 people. SeOne Club has attracted all kinds of promoters and event organizers, from corporate giants to dance promoters.
D.
Koko Club www.koko.uk.com
Situated at 1A Camden High Street, Central London, Koko Club represents a versatile(通用的), 21st-century club. It’s very adaptable so it can be used for anything---from small comedy to international music awards. A must visit!
E.
Bar Rumba www.barrumba.co.uk
Located in London’s west end, Bar Rumba is one of London’s leading late night clubs. Playing funk, jazz, Afro-beat, Latin, Cuban, salsa, drum & bass, break beat. It has an amazing sound system for dance music.Everynight it delivers a different beat---from hip hop to Latin dance, from grime to jazz.
F.
Club Colosseum www.clubcolosseum.com
Situated in 1 Nine Elms Lane. Vauxall, London, Club Colosseum won the world’s best club award in 1999. Now it features a new VIP room, a spectacular riverside bar with a view all over London & the River Thames.
下面是几位人员的情况简介,请匹配他们感兴趣的休闲场所。
1.Michael is a great painter and has just moved to London from America. On his arrival, Michael was struck by the beautiful Thames. He dreams of going to a famous night club where he can easily appreciate the unique view of the river.
2. Nancy comes from Japan and wants to go to a world-famous night club with a long history to help her know more about the British culture. Besides, Nancy likes to listen to great musical masterpieces.
3. Laura is crazy about dancing and enjoys different dances with fascinating dance music. Now she is in search of a night club that can offer her quality dance diversity.
4.Lily would like to celebrate her eighteenth birthday at a proper night club next week. She intends to invite over a hundred friends and relatives to her birthday party, most of whom are working in northern London and are true music lovers.
5.Harry is the general manager of a large company in London and he would like to go to a night club which is fashionable. What’s more, it should be suitable for someone of his status.