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Stephen Hawking is one of the most famous scientists in this century. He was born in 1942. He’s world well-known on space and time. Stephen was searching some very big questions, such as How did the universe begin? How will it end? Stephen was a student at Oxford University. He studied math and science. Then, at the age of twenty, he became sick. He was so young, but the doctors said to his family, “He has only two more years to live.” As a matter of fact, the doctors were wrong – he didn’t die. He can’t walk but he uses a wheelchair. He can’t feed himself and get in or out of bed himself. But he refused to give in to the condition. He talks with the help of a computer. After Oxford, Stephen went to Cambridge University. Three years later, in 1965, he became a doctor of philosophy(哲学). Because of his serious health problems, it was difficult for him to draw diagrams(图表) or to write. So he started to think in pictures. With this new way of thinking, he became one of the most famous scientists in the world. In 1981, he met the Pope(教皇) in Rome. They talked about his ideas. Then in 1988, he wrote his first important book, A Brief History of Time. It sold more than 5.5 million copies in 33 different languages. He was once invited to China, he impressed us with his self-confidence, humorous and witty conversation. 1.A Brief History of Time is ________. A. a book which is well-known all over the word B. a book about Rome’s history C. Stephen’s talk collection with the Pope in Rome D. Stephen’s talk collection with me in China 2.Stephen’s studies DO NOT relate to ________ according to the passage. A. science B. math C. philosophy D. art 3.The right order of Stephen’s main experiences in ________. a. He went to Cambridge University. b. He became very ill. c. He wrote his first important book. d. He met the Pope in Rome. A. c-a-b-d B. a-b-c-d C. b-a-d-c D. a-c-b-d 4.What does the underlined word “witty” mean? A. Inspiring. B. Confident. C. Intelligent. D. Funny.
Games and Hobbies There are websites for nearly every game and hobby out there. Teen Reads Young book lovers will enjoy TeenReads. The website features reviews of new and popular books for teenagers, along with surveys, contests and places to discuss favorite books. Teens can also work their way through the “ultimate(最终的)” reading list on the site. TeenNick Fans of entertainment channel TeenNick will find information on the latest shows, as well as games, videos and quizzes. While the site offers updates(新信息)on TeenNick shows, it also features stories just for teens, offering suggestions on how to survive high school or giving back to school ideas. The InSite The InSite is designed for teens who have an interest in improving the world. Teens can learn about social justice, how to build a positive self-image(积极的自我形象)and how to help the planet. They can also submit artwork and writing or discuss how to make the world a better place. ChallengeYou ChallengeYou is a computer game design website. Teens can design games on the site or play games designed by other kids and teens. They can share their games with friends or take part in weekly game-building contests. There is also a chat room and a forum(论坛)where site users can discuss game building or arrange to play together. 1.Where might you find information on the latest teenager books? A. On TeenReads B. On TeenNick C. On The InSite D. On ChallengeYou 2.Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the text? A. You can publish your own writing on TeenReads B. TeenNick is mainly a place to discuss school problems C. The InSite helps to make a better you and a better world D. You can find information about games on all these websites 3.If you have designed a computer game and want to share it with your friends, you should go to __________. A. TeenReads B. TeenNick C. The InSite D. ChallengeYou
Positive attitude leads to joy There isn’t any doubt that positive thinking is valuable after you find out you have cancer. But will positive thoughts help the cancer go away? There have been a number of studies on this subject, but none of the studies say that positive thinking is a factor (因素) in helping cancer go away, or that negative feelings can make cancer worse. So, is there a reason to have a positive attitude? Of course there is.While I understand the danger of my illness, I choose not to focus on statistics(数据统计). I always imagine myself as being among the smaller group of patients who survive. Why do I do that? So I can sleep well; so I can plan a trip for two days from now; so I have a reason to begin writing another book with the expectation that I’ll finish it; so my husband and I can enjoy lunch out; so I can reach out to someone else who’s having a difficult time and offer them encouragement. A positive attitude can also help family members feel better so they can contribute to a more loving family environment. Most cancer patients, as well as their family members, know all too well how dangerous cancer can be. It’s difficult to carry on when patients receive bad news. But a positive attitude helps me want to do things that I know are beneficial(有益的) to my health, and helps me through the thinning hair, tiredness and low blood counts which are the side effects(副作用) of my treatment(治疗). So, I prefer to stay happy and positive. I do my best not to think too much about all the hospital visits, and I try not to panic (惊慌) if I feel any pain. Instead, I seek joy as much as I can, and because I am seeking joy, I find joy. Being positive might not save you from cancer, but I can almost guarantee(保证) you that if you are positive, you will find meaning in your life, as well as happiness in every day that you live. 1.According to the first two paragraphs, studies show that _________. A. positive thinking can save patients from cancer B. negative thinking is very likely to make cancer worse C. positive thinking cannot help patients get rid of cancer D. one’s attitude has a direct effect on cancer 2.After the author found out she had cancer, ______. A. she was sure she would survive B. she tried to enjoy her life and help others C. she refused to go through painful treatment D. she was quite troubled by the seriousness of her illness 3.It can be concluded from the author’s experiences that positive thinking ______. A. makes cancer treatment less painful for patients B. makes it much easier for people to accept bad news C. prepares family members for what may happen next D. helps create a good environment for patients 4.The author wrote this article mainly to ______. A. tell patients how to fight against illness B. explain the danger of cancer to readers C. stress the importance of a positive attitude D. help readers find meaning and happiness in life
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 1.What kind of sport is Mao Dan most fond of A. Swimming. B. Yoga. C. Tennis 2.What sport is especially popular at the moment? A. Dancing in the morning B. Playing football in the afternoon C. Practicing t'ai chi in the evening 3.Which year of college is Mao Dan in now? A. The first year B. The second year C. The third year 4.What is the main reason that students practice sports more in the winter A. To earn credits from the college B. To satisfy the college's requirements C. To take part in the college sports meet
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 1.What's the most probable relationship between the two speakers? A. House agent and customer B. Fellow workers C. Cousins 2.How did the mans sister-in -law get the house? A. She bought it from the government B. She got it from her family C. She bought it from her friend 3.What did the man's sister-in-law think of the house? A. Poor B. Satisfactory C. Expensive 4.What do we know from the conversation? A. The old house needed a lot of repairs B. The old house was worth a lot of money C. The neighbors get along well with each other
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 1.What do we know about the woman's document? A. It's about 30,000 words B. It's written in English C. It's a textbook 2.Which language is the most difficult according to the man? A. Arabic B. Spanish C. English 3.What does the woman decide to do? A. Translate the document herself B. Hire the man to do the translation C. Look for another translator
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 1.Why does the woman come to this neighborhood? A. To meet an old neighbor B. To look for her new office C. To meet her client 2.Where is the new office building? A. Next to a flower shop B. Behind a bakers C. Opposite a deli
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 1.What does the man say about the book he recommends? A. It is a classic. B. The story moves quickly C. It was written by a famous writer 2.How long can the woman keep the same book within a year at most? A. Six weeks B. Four weeks C. Three weeks
What is the woman going to do first after she leaves home? A. Buy two chickens B. Go to the bank. C. Go to eat something.
When did the two speakers plan to meet Jane? A. At2:00 B. At2:15 C. At2:30
What would be the woman’s advice? A. Don't drink water with ice B. Don't have the drinks at lunch C. Don't eat cold dishes in the summer
Who will not be at the party? A. Jessica B. Linda C. Rose
What are the two speakers probably doing? A. Playing a game. B. Enjoying a play. C. Watching a match
假如你是李华，你的美国朋友Jack给你写邮件询问你的寒假计划。请你给他写封邮件，告知你的寒假计划。内容包括: 1. 欢度春节；2. 外出旅游；3. 复习功课。 注意: 1. 词数不少于100； 2. 开头已给出，不计入总词数； 3. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 Dear Jack, I’m glad to hear from you. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Sincerely your, Li Hua
假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有 10 处语言错误，每句中最多两处。错误涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。 增加: 在此处加一个漏字符号(∧)，并在其下面写出修改的词。 删除: 把多余的词用斜线(＼)划掉。 修改: 在错的词下划一横线，并在其下面写出修改后的词。 注意: 1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词； 2.只允许修改 10 处，多者(从 11 处起)不计分。 Dear Mr. Principal, I learned the news on TV that an accident was happened to the Chinese students in a PE class. I suggest that our school organizes a first aid course, that is very useful. The reasons why a first aid course is necessary are as follows: we students lack first aid knowledges. A first aid course can’t satisfy our need. Beside, it will give information about many situations and give us the chance to practice first aid treatments. As for the course, they can be given monthly. The course should main include the practice of first aid treatments. It would better if the experts in first aid were introduced to instructing the course. Yours, Peter
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。 The computer is widely used in our daily life. The computer is a machine that 1.(design) to help people do many things. When it first came into 2.(be), it was just a calculating machine, and later it was built as an analytical machine that could “think” logically and produce an answer 3.(fast) than any other person. Still later, the computer could be made to work as a “universal machine” to solve any difficult mathematical problems. There were times when its size was 4.(total) changed. It became smaller and smaller but it got cleverer and clever. In the early 1960s, computers were connected by network and brought into common people’s homes 5.(deal) with information and help communication 6. people around the world. It could share 7.(inform) with others and they could talk to each other. The Internet has become 8. important part in our life and we can do many things with the help of the Internet. The computer is used to connect people 9. aren’t close enough to speak to each other. It has been serving the human race since 10.(it) birth.
A Welcome Gift Dario and his mother loved their new apartment. The living room was large enough for their piano. That night, the two of them ______ side by side at the piano. They played jazz music to celebrate their new home. The loud ______ filled the room and made them feel very happy. The next morning, ______, their happiness disappeared. Someone had left a ______ under their door during the night. One of their neighbors had written to complain about the sound of the piano. Dario’s mother asked the building superintendent (管理员) if he knew anything about it. But he said that they were all ______ people and he couldn’t imagine any of them had done that. Later that morning, Dario suggested that they write a letter to their ____ and apologize for their playing. “Maybe we could go and ______ everyone in person.” his mother said. “What if we invited them to come here for a ______ instead?” Dario asked. They both loved the ______. Over the next few days, they sent out invitations and prepared desserts ______ their guests. They decorated the apartment with streamers (彩带) and party lights. Finally, the day of the party ______. Some guests brought presents. Others brought flowers. Some even brought desserts to ______. One woman, Mrs. Gilbert, ______ Dario’s mother with a book of piano music by Chopin. “I heard you playing the other night,” she said. “The sounds woke me out of bed. I ____ that you might play like this every night. So I wrote a short note. I hope you don’t think I disliked the playing.” Dario’s mother smiled at Mrs. Gilbert. “I think maybe we ______ you an apology.” she said. “I didn’t ______ how late it was when we were playing. Maybe we should play some quieter music at night. “You play, you play!” Mrs. Gilbert said. “I like what you play! Just not so loud at night.” She pointed to the book she had given them. “These songs are not such ______ music.” “These songs are beautiful music.” Dario’s mother said. “We will be ______ to play them in the evening.” “And we won’t play so loud or late!” Dario said. He was already looking forward to ______ the new music. More than that, however, he was happy to see the big smile on his mother’s face. It gave him a feeling of ______ and made him feel that they were home at last. 1.A. sat B. stood C. lay D. walked 2.A. voice B. ring C. music D. cry 3.A. therefore B. however C. otherwise D. instead 4.A. note B. poster C. bill D. report 5.A. proud B. rich C. lucky D. nice 6.A. neighbors B. friends C. relatives D. audience 7.A. blame B. instruct C. question D. visit 8.A. party B. concert C. show D. play 9.A. experience B. idea C. performance D. action 10.A. to B. with C. for D. from 11.A. continued B. arrived C. passed D. finished 12.A. order B. sell C. share D. advertise 13.A. treated B. presented C. helped D. served 14.A. promised B. admitted C. agreed D. worried 15.A. give B. send C. offer D. owe 16.A. realize B. remember C. understand D. accept 17.A. sweet B. strange C. funny D. loud 18.A. brave B. sorry C. happy D. afraid 19.A. changing B. practicing C. recording D. writing 20.A. equality B. freedom C. warmth D. sympathy
A volunteering vacation can be a meaningful way to spend your time off, but to make the trip satisfying both for you and the cause you are supporting, several factors need to be considered. Here is some advice on planning the satisfactory vacation: 1. There are hundreds of causes to volunteer for, and finding one close to your heart will lead to a more worthwhile trip. Possibilities include wildlife conservation, education, environmental protection, health and nutrition. Also, consider any personal and professional skills that you can contribute. 2. Choose your destination and setting. Your volunteering trip will be more enjoyable if you use it to reach a favorite destination. Southeast Asia is on your mind, helping with treeplanting programs in Bali would benefit the environment and let you appreciate the scenic island. 3. Is volunteering outdoors in a hot or snowy climate attractive, or do you prefer being in an airconditioned office? Ask the right questions. 4. Be aware that most volunteering programs require a week-long stay. Ask other questions like: How many hours of work per day is required? Are there days off? Will you be working individually or as part of a team? And what are the goals of your efforts? 5. Ask if the cost includes only accommodations or meals and transportation too. A. Figure out your cause. B. Find a wellrespected organization. C. And think about the surroundings you want. D. Your duty there is to rest and play. E. The more you know about your trip, the more successful it will be. F. Despite the word “volunteer”, these vacations usually cost you some money. G. If you’re a doctor, for example, working at a health clinic could be an ideal fit.
Since the first Earth Day in 1970, Americans have gotten a lot “greener” toward the environment. “We didn’t know at that time there even was an environment, let alone that there was a problem with it,” says Bruce Anderson, president of Earth Day USA. But what began as nothing important in public affairs has grown into a social movement .Business people, political leaders, university professors, and especially millions of grass-roots Americans are taking part in the movement. “The understanding has increased many， many times,” says Gaylord Nelson, the former governor from Wisconsin, who thought up the first. According to US government reports, emissions (排放)from cars and trucks have dropped from 10.3 million tons a year to 5.5 tons .The number of cities producing CO beyond the standard has been reduced from 40 to 9. Although serious problems still remain and need to be dealt with, the world is a safer and healthier place. A kind of “Green thinking” has become part of practices. Great improvement has been achieved. In 1988 there were only 600 recycling programs; today in 1995 there are about 6,600. Advanced lights, motors, and building designs have helped save a lot of energy and therefore prevented pollution. Twenty –five years ago, there were hardly any education programs for environment. Today, it’s hard to find a public school, university, or law school that does not have such a kind of program. “Until we do that, nothing else will change!” say Bruce Anderson. 1.According to Anderson, before 1970, Americans had little idea about ___ A. the social movement B. recycling techniques C. environmental problems D. the importance of Earth Day 2.Where does the support for environmental protection mainly come from? A. The grass –roots level B. The business circle C. Government officials D. University professors 3.What have Americans achieved in environmental protection? A. They have cut car emissions to the lowest B. They have settled their environmental problems C. They have lowered their CO levels in forty cities. D. They have reduced pollution through effective measures. 4.What is especially important for environmental protection according to the last paragraph? A. Education B. Planning C. Green living D. CO reduction
A farmer had a cow, and he took very good care of the cow. One day when the cow was ill, he was very worried. He telephoned the vet. “What’s the problem?” the vet asked the farmer when he arrived. “My cow’s ill,” the farmer said. “I don’t know what’s the matter with her. She’s just lying down and doesn’t eat anything. She’s making a strange noise.” The vet examined the cow and said, “She’s certainly ill, and she needs to take some very strong medicine.” He took a bottle out of his box, put two pills into the farmer’s hand and said, “The pills should make her feel better.” “How can she take these pills?” the farmer asked. The vet gave him a tube(管子) and said, “Put this tube in her mouth, and then put the pills in the tube and blow(吹气) into the cow’s mouth. That will make it.” The next day the vet came to the farm again. The farmer was sitting outside his house and looked more worried. “How is your cow?” the vet asked. “Not better,” the farmer said, “and I’m feeling very strange myself.” “Oh?” the vet asked. “Why?” “I did what you said,” the farmer answered. “I put the tube in the cow’s mouth and then put the two pills in the tube.” “And?” the vet asked. “The cow blew first,” the farmer said. 1.In the story, the vet must be . A. the farmer’s friend B. a milk factory C. a hospital for cows D. a doctor who treats sick animals 2.The farmer asked the vet for help when his cow . A. couldn’t lie down B. didn’t eat the pills C. couldn’t make any noise D. was ill 3.The vet taught the farmer how . A. to blow the tube B. to make the cow take the pill C. to take the medicine D. to put the tube in his mouth 4.Which of the statements is true? A. The farmer took the pills himself. B. the cow got better after taking the medicine. C. The vet came to help the farmer by chaining the cow the next day. D. The vet waited for the farmer outside his house the next day.
1.According to the text, the following people will get some useful advice from this webpage EXCEPT. A. elderly people B. disabled people C. office workers D. professional athletes 2.Couch to 5K is a . A. health website B. search engine C. fitness programme D. physical activity organization
It’s great responsibility but also great honor to be chosen. A. a; a B. a; / C. /; / D. /; a
Bill suggested a meeting on what to do for the work plan next year. A. having held B. to hold C. holding D. hold
Running a company is not a matter of hiring people — they also need to be trained. A. equally B. partly C. seriously D. simply
—I wonder ______you’ll water this kind of flower. —Every other day . A. how often B. how long C. how soon D. how much
Please don’t enter the room, because it is . A. has been painted B. is being painted C. is painted D. will be painted
He wrote many children’ s books, nearly half of _______were published in the 1990s. A. whom B. which C. them D. that
Despite the previous rounds of talks, no agreement __________so far by the two sides. A. has been reached B. was reached C. will reach D. will have reached
Opposite is St.Paul's Church,___you can hear some lovely music. A. which B. that C. when D. where
I really enjoy listening to music ________ it helps me relax and takes my mind away from other cares of the day. A. because B. before C. unless D. until
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