Teachers’ Day is, interestingly, not celebrated on the same day all over the world. In some countries it is marked by a holiday, in others it is a working day.
International Teachers’ Day is celebrated on October 5. Being held ever since 1994, it is in honor of teachers' organizations worldwide. Its aim is to encourage supports for teachers and to meet the needs of students.
China ― In 1939, Teachers’ Day was set for August 27, Confucius' birthday. In 1951, the celebration was stopped. However, it was founded again in 1985, and the day was changed to September 10.
India ― Teachers’ Day is celebrated on September 5 in honour of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, the second president of India, whose birthday falls on that day.
Russia ― In Russia, Teachers’ Day was celebrated on the first Sunday of October between 1965 and 1994. Since 1994, the day is observed on the October 5, just the same day as World Teachers Day.
The US ― In the US, Teachers’ Day is non-official holiday. It is celebrated on the Tuesday of the first full week of May. A number of activities are organized in schools to honor teachers. The celebrations can continue for the whole week of May.
Thailand ― In Thailand, National Teachers’ Day is celebrated every year on January 16. The first Teachers’ Day was held in 1957. The day is a holiday in schools.
1.What country celebrates Teachers’ Day in October?
A. India. B. The US. C. Thailand. D. Russia.
2.Which of the following has the same meaning as the underlined word “observed”?
A. celebrated B. held C. stopped D. fell
3.Which of the following is possibly true?
A. China has celebrated Teachers’ Day since the year 1931.
B. Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan’s birthday is in September.
C. Teachers’ Day is a working day in schools of Thailand.
D. Teachers’ Day is an official holiday in the United States.
4.From the passage we can learn that ________.
A. International Teachers’ Day aims to benefit the students
B. Teachers’ Day falls on Confucius' birthday in China
C. the first Teachers’ Day was held in 1965 in Thailand
D. a lot of activities are held on Teachers’ Day across the world
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1.In which part of Minnesota will the storm start?
A. The eastern part. B. The southern part. C. The northern part.
2.When will the storm get to the East Coast?
A. On Wednesday. B. On Thursday. C. On Friday.
3.How deep will the snow be in the mountains of New York?
A. About four inches. B. About eight inches. C. About twelve inches.
4.What should people be careful about?
A. The high winds. B. The low temperatures. C. The heavy snowfalls.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What does the man think is useful about Kayak. com?
A. To look at flexible dates. B. To compare different airlines.
C. To choose nonstop flights.
2.What do the man’s aunt and uncle care most about the flight?
A. The time. B. The price. C. The stops.
3.Where do the speakers probably live?
A. In Philadelphia. B. In Chicago. C. In New York.
4.On which day will the man’s sister get married?
A. May 28th . B. May 29th . C. May 30th.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What is the woman doing?
A. Asking for advice. B. Giving an interview. C. Introducing her family.
2.Who might the woman be talking to?
A. A university student. B. A private researcher. C. A school teacher.
3.What will the woman do tonight?
A. Interview more people. B. Choose another topic. C. Prepare some questions.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What does the woman’s husband want to drink?
A. Orange juice. B. Hot milk. C. Lemon tea.
2.When does the woman want the drinks?
A. At about 7: 30 am. B. At about 8: 00 am. C. At about 8: 30 am.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What take up most of the room in the garden?
A. The flowers. B. The trees. C. The vegetables.
2.What does the woman have trouble with?
A. The ants. B. The spiders. C. The mosquitoes.
