When “Rise of the Planet of the Apes” was first shown to the public last month, a group of excited animal activists gathered on Hollywood Boulevard. But they weren’t there to throw red paint on fur-coat-wearing film stars. Instead, one activist, dressed in a full-body monkey suit, had arrived with a sign praising the filmmakers: “Thanks for not using real apes (猿)!”
The creative team behind “Apes” used motion-capture (动作捕捉) technology to create digitalized animals, spending tens of millions of dollars on technology that records an actor’s performance and later processes it with computer graphics to create a final image (图像). In this case, one of a realistic-looking ape.
Yet “Apes” is more exception than the rule. In fact, Hollywood has been hot on live animals lately. One nonprofit organization, which monitors the treatment of animals in filmed entertainment, is keeping tabs on more than 2,000 productions this year. Already, a number of films, including “Water for Elephants,” “The Hangover Part Ⅱ” and “Zookeeper,” have drawn the anger of activists who say the creatures acting in them haven’t been treated properly.
In some cases, it’s not so much the treatment of the animals on set in the studio that has activists worried; it’s the off-set training and living conditions that are raising concerns. And there are questions about the films made outside the States, which sometimes are not monitored as closely as productions filmed in the States.
1.Why did the animal activists gather on Hollywood Boulevard?
A.To see famous film stars.
B.To oppose wearing fur coats.
C.To raise money for animal protection.
D.To express thanks to some filmmakers.
2.What does paragraph 2 mainly talk about?
A.The cost of making “Apes.”
B.The creation of digitalized apes.
C.The publicity about “Apes.”
D.The performance of real apes.
3.What does the underlined phrase “keeping tabs on” in paragraph 3 probably mean?
A.Listing completely.
B.Directing professionally.
C.Promoting successfully.
D.Watching carefully.
4.What can we infer from the last paragraph about animal actors?
A.They may be badly treated.
B.They should take further training.
C.They could be traded illegally
D.They would lose popularity.
Journey Back in Time with Scholars
Classical Provence(13days)
Journey through the beautiful countryside of Provence,France,with Prof. Ori Z. Soltes. We will visit some of the best-preserved Roman monuments in the world. Our tour also includes a chance to walk in the footsteps of Van Gogh and Gauguin. Fields of flowers, tile-roofed(瓦屋顶)villages and tasty meals enrich this wonderful experience.
Southern Spain(15days)
Spain has lovely white towns and the scent(芳香)of oranges,but it is also a treasury of ancient remains including the cities left by the Greeks,Romans and Arabs. As we travel south from Madrid with Prof. Ronald Messier to historic Toledo,Roman Merida and into Andalucia, we explore historical monuments and architecture.
China’s Sacred Landscapes(21days)
Discover the China of”past ages,its walled cities,temples and mountain scenery with Prof. Robert Thorp. Highlights(精彩之处)include China’s most sacred peaks at Mount Tai and Hangzbou’s rolling hills,waterways and peaceful temples. We will wander in traditional small towns and end our tour with an exceptional museum in Shanghai.
Tunisia(17days)
Join Prof. Pedar Foss on our in-depth Tunisian tour. Tour highlights include the Roman city of Dougga,the underground Numidian capital at Bulla Regia, Roman Sbeitla and the remote areas around Tataouine and Matmata,uique for underground cities. Our journey takes us to picturesque Berber villages and lovely beaches.
1.What can visitors see in both Classical Provence and Southern Spain?
A.Historical monuments. B.Fields of flowers.
C.Van Gogh’s paintings. D.Greek buildings.
2.Which country is Prof. Thorp most knowledgeable about?
A.France. B.Spain. C.China. D.Tunisia.
3.Which of the following highlight the Tunisian tour?
A.White towns. B.Underground cities. C.Tile-roofed villages. D.Rolling hills.
听下面一段独白,回答以下小题。
1.Who would like to make small talk according to the speaker?
A.Relatives.
B.Strangers.
C.Visitors.
2.Why do people have small talk?
A.To express opinions.
B.To avoid arguments.
C.To show friendliness.
3.Which of the following is a frequent topic in small talk?
A.Politics.
B.Movies.
C.Salaries.
4.What does the speaker recommend at the end of his lecture?
A.Asking open-ended questions.
B.Feeling free to change topics.
C.Making small talk interesting.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。
1.Who is Clifford?
A.A little girl.
B.The man’s pet.
C.A fictional character.
2.Who suggested that Norman paint for children’s books?
A.His wife.
B.Elizabeth.
C.A publisher.
3.What is Norman’s story based on?
A.A book.
B.A painting.
C.A young woman.
4.What is it that shocked Norman?
A.His unexpected success.
B.His efforts made in vain.
C.His editor’s disagreement.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。
1.What kind of camera does the man want?
A.A TV camera.
B.A video camera.
C.A movie camera.
2.Which function is the man most interested in?
A.Underwater filming.
B.A large memory.
C.Auto-focus.
3.How much would the man pay for the second camera?
A.950 euros.
B.650 euros.
C.470 euros.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。
1.Why does David want to speak to Mike?
A.To invite him to a party.
B.To discuss a schedule.
C.To call off a meeting.
2.What do we know about the speakers?
A.They are colleagues.
B.They are close friends.
C.They’ve never met before.