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假设你是晨光中学的学生李津。你所喜爱的英语杂志 Teens’ Spacec 创刊五周年，在此之际, 该杂志向读者征集对杂志的意见或给出建议，请你根据以下内容给杂志主编写一封信。 内容：① 说明你是该杂志的忠实读者； ② 说明你喜欢该杂志的原因； ③ 提出你的建议。注意：① 词数不少于 100； ② 可适当加入细节，使内容充实、行文连贯; ③ 开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。 Dear Editor-in-chief, ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Jin
阅读下面短文，按照要求完成阅读任务。 Why would human beings waste a third of their lives sleeping when they could be doing more important things like looking after their families or working? Some scientists believe sleeping helps recharge the body, while others think it is important for strengthening newly-formed memories. Now, there is new evidence which suggests that the purpose of sleep may be to forget some of the millions of new things we learn each day. The neurons in the human brain consist of fibers called dendrites(树突). These grow as we learn new things and connect the brain’s cells to each other at contact points called synapses(突触). The larger the dendrites become and the more cells they connect, the more information we store. In 2018, Giulio Tononi and Chiara Cirelli, both biologists at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, suggested a new idea: The things our brains learn each day result in so many synapses that things start to get a little messy. Sleeping allows us to sort through(整理) the “noise” and dispense all the unnecessary information, leaving behind only the most important memories. Recently, the university’s research has provided direct evidence to support the theory. The experiment involved analyzing 6,920 synapses in the brain shavings from two groups of mice over a four-year period; one group had been allowed to sleep, while the other had been kept awake and entertained with toys. The researchers discovered that the brain shavings of the sleeping mice had nearly 20 percent fewer synapses than those that had been kept awake and entertained. It was also evident during the study that the brain does not shave every synapse. 20% of neurons remained unchanged; these were most likely well-established memories. Therefore, although we may be sleeping to forget some of what we’ve learned, the brain “forgets”in a smart way. Most researchers believe clearing our brains is not the only purpose of sleep. Resting our minds and bodies has also been found to help with other biological functions like strengthening our immunity. Though scientists may never agree on a single reason, they are all sure of one thing－a good night’s rest is essential for our health. So try and spend at least a third of your day sleeping! 1.What’s the new discovery about the purpose of sleeping according to the text?(no more than 15 words) _________________________________________________________________________ 2.What’s the main idea of Paragraph 2?(no more than 10 words) _________________________________________________________________________ 3.What does the underlined word “dispense” in Paragraph 3 probably mean?(no more than 5 words) _________________________________________________________________________ 4.What agreement do all the scientists probably reach about sleeping according to the text? (no more than 10 words) _________________________________________________________________________ 5.What kind of sleeping habit do you have? Please explain.(no more than 25 words) _________________________________________________________________________
Americans have always been ambivalent in their attitudes toward education. On the one hand, free and universal public education was seen as necessary in a democracy, for how else would citizens learn how to govern themselves in a responsible way? On the other hand, America was always a country that offered financial opportunities for which education was not needed: on the road from rags to riches, schooling-beyond the basics of reading, writing, and arithmetic-was an unnecessary detour. Even today, it is still possible for people to achieve financial success without much education, but the number of situations in which this is possible is decreasing. In today's more complex world, the opportunities for financial success is closely related to the need for education, especially higher education. Our society is rapidly becoming one whose chief product is information, and dealing with this information requires more and more specialized education. In other words, we grow up learning more and more about fewer and fewer subjects. In the future, this trend is likely to continue. Tomorrow's world will be even more complex than today's world, and, to manage this complexity, even more specialized education will be needed. 1.The topic treated in this passage is _____. A.education in general B.Americans' attitudes C.higher education D.American education 2.Americans' attitudes toward education have always been _____. A.certain B.contradictory C.ambitious D.unclear 3.Today, financial success is closely related to the need for _____. A.higher education B.public education C.responsible citizens D.learning the basics 4.It can be inferred from the third paragraph that _____. A.information is our only product B.education in the future will be specialized C.we are entering an age of information D.we are living in an age of information 5.Which of the following is the best title for the passage? A.The History of American Education. B.The Need for Specialized Education. C.The Future of the American Educational System. D.Attitudes toward American Education.
The AlphaGo program’s victory is an example of how smart computers have become. But can artificial intelligence (AI) machines act ethically, meaning can they be honest and fair? One example of AI is driverless cars. They are already on California roads, so it is not too soon to ask whether we can program a machine to act ethically. As driverless cars improve, they will save lives. They will make fewer mistakes than human drivers do. Sometimes, however, they will face a choice between lives. Should the cars be programmed to avoid hitting a child running across the road, even if that will put their passengers at risk? What about making a sudden turn to avoid a dog? What if the only risk is damage to the car itself, not to the passengers? Perhaps there will be lessons to learn from driverless cars, but they are not super-intelligent beings. Teaching ethics to a machine even more intelligent than we are will be the bigger challenge. About the same time as AlphaGo’s triumph, Microsoft’s ‘chatbot’ took a bad turn. The software, named Taylor, was designed to answer messages from people aged 18-24. Taylor was supposed to be able to learn from the messages she received. She was designed to slowly improve her ability to handle conversations, but some people were teaching Taylor racist ideas. When she started saying nice things about Hitler, Microsoft turned her off and deleted her ugliest messages. AlphaGo’s victory and Taylor’s defeat happened at about the same time. This should be a warning to us. It is one thing to use AI within a game with clear rules and clear goals. It is something very different to use AI in the real world. The unpredictability of the real world may bring to the surface a troubling software problem. Eric Schmidt is one of the bosses of Google, which own AlphaGo. He thinks AI will be positive for humans. He said people will be the winner, whatever the outcome. Advances in AI will make human beings smarter, more able and “just better human beings.” 1.What does the author want to show with the example of AlphaGo’s victory? A.Computers will prevail(战胜) over human beings. B.Computers have unmatched potential. C.Computers are man’s potential rivals. D.Computers can become highly intelligent. 2.What does the author mean by AI machines acting ethically? A.They are capable of predicting possible risks. B.They weigh the gains and losses before reaching a decision. C.They make sensible decisions when facing moral dilemmas. D.They sacrifice everything to save human lives. 3.What is said to be the bigger challenge facing humans in the AI age? A.How to make super-intelligent AI machines share human feelings. B.How to ensure that super-intelligent AI machines act ethically. C.How to prevent AI machines doing harm to humans. D.How to avoid being over-dependent on AI machines. 4.What do we learn about Microsoft’s ‘chatbot’ Taylor? A.She could not distinguish good from bad. B.She could turn herself off when necessary. C.She was not made to handle novel situations. D.She was good at performing routine tasks. 5.What does Eric Schmidt think of artificial intelligence? A.It will be far superior to human beings. B.It will keep improving as time goes by. C.It will prove to be valuable to human beings. D.It will be here to stay whatever the outcome.
I hear some actors keep a sad thought or memory tucked away to help them with scenes where they might need to cry. I think we should each try to find the opposite; a happy memory, something to lift us up on those inevitable down days. I’m saying this because I think I just found mine! I had some work in Glasgow today. I was on a really tight schedule, which meant I would have no time for myself (or my own work) all day. I was having one of those days, the train was completely packed out and the conversation going on around me seemed to be particularly inane. On top of all that, I had a bit of a headache. Walking briskly across the concourse, I fished some change from my pocket. There was usually someone at the exit selling The Big Issue (a magazine that helps homeless folk earn a living). As the crowd parted ways at the bottom of the concourse, I saw someone selling the Big Issue. You had to be homeless to sell the Big Issue. She really looked like she’d been sleeping rough. Her clothes were ragged and she obviously hadn’t had a scrub up for quite a while. As I approached the exit, I saw that she was also rocking from side to side. At first I thought maybe she was trying to keep warm against the biting wind. But she wasn’t, she was moving in time to a tune. I couldn’t hear her, but I could see her lips moving. As I got closer, I saw a white cane hanging from her elbow and noticed that she had sunken eyes. She was blind, dirty and living on the streets. I came closer and through the noise of the traffic and the commuters I heard her sing the immortal line, “… and I think to myself, what a wonderful world!” I bought her last magazine for twice what I’d originally intended. She thanked me, then she picked up her stuff and went tapping off along the pavement - still singing! So, I have my happy memory for the day. And I think it will stay with me a long, long time. Feel free to borrow it if you like. 1.Why do some actors keep a sad thought or memory according to the passage? A.Because some of them always feel unhappy B.because they are scolded by the director C.Because it helps meet the needs of their roles D.Because they can’t find a happy memory 2.What does the underlined word “fished” in para3 refer to? A.Made B.exchanged C.pull into D.took out 3.Which of the following is TURE according to the passage? A.Only those homeless people can sell the magazine B.The author heard her singing as he came close to the exit C.The girl selling the magazines was blind, dirty and homeless D.The author never heard what the girl was singing 4.It can be inferred from the passage that_________ A.the author had a headache because of his busy work B.the author bought more magazines than planned to C.the girl went away as soon as she sold out magazines D.the author felt unhappy because he missed his train 5.What’s the best title for the passage? A.A happy Memory to Lift You Up B.An Unforgettable Day I Experienced C.The Roses in Her Hand: the Flavor in Mine D.A Bird in the Hand is Worth than Two in the Bush.
Castel dell’ Ovo is one of Naples’ most famous monuments. It offers sweeping views over the city and Mount Vesuvius in the distance. The Basics The site on which Castel dell’ Ovo now stands has a long history, beginning as a settlement for Greek colonists(殖民地定居者). The current castle was built in the 15th century, and today, the 19th-century fishing village of Borgo Marinari, known for its excellent seafood restaurants and marina(游艇停靠区), sits at the base of the castle. The Egg Castle The origin of the castle’s name comes from a story about the Roman poet Virgil, who is said to have placed a magical egg in the foundations beneath where the castle now stands. As long as the egg stays well, Castel dell’ Ovo will remain standing. Things to Know Before you Go ·Castel dell’ Ovo is a must-see for history and architecture enthusiasts. ·Admission to the castle and the museum is free. ·The inner halls of the castle are open to the public only during special events and exhibitions; the ramparts (城墙) and towers are always open. ·There is a lift from the ground floor to the ramparts, making the castle accessible to wheelchairs. How to Get There Castel dell’ Ovo is located in the Bay of Naples just off the coastal road. Bus 151 from the train station and 140 from the port stop at Castel dell’ Ovo. When to Get there The castle is open Monday through Saturday from 8:30 am to 7 pm, and Sundays and holidays from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm. The Prehistoric Museum is open only on weekends from 10 am to 1 pm. As Naples is one of Italy’s most visited cities, its sights can be very crowded in the high-season summer months. Visit in the early morning or late afternoon to avoid the crowds and to take advantage of the best light for taking photos from the castle’s towers. Book Online or Call +1(702)648-5873 1.Whose settlement did the site of Castel dell’ Ovo belong to ? A.British colonists’. B.French colonists’. C.Greek colonists’. D.German colonists’. 2.Which of the following correctly describes Castel dell’ Ovo? A.It lies next to Mount Vesuvius. B.It’s also named the Egg castle. C.It was originally built in the 19th century. D.It’s well-known for its seafood and marina. 3.Who are most probably interested in visiting Castel dell’ Ovo? A.History lovers. B.Sports lovers. C.Literature lovers. D.Astronomy lovers. 4.What should you know before you tour Castel dell’ Ovo? A.The tickets have to be booked in advance. B.Those with leg problems can not tour the ramparts. C.It’s easily accessible by bus from the train station. D.The towers can be visited only during special events. 5.When should you go to the Prehistoric Museum? A.On Sundays from 8:30 to 13:30. B.On holidays from9:00 to 13:30. C.On weekdays from 8:30 to 19:00. D.On weekends from 10:00 to 13:00.
How can I forget the day? On 14 July 1974 I travelled in an overcrowded bus to an unheard town called Shendurni. The next day, I was to join the faculty of a junior college there._______ about my new job, but anxious and fearful too, I was out of my _______ zone. Around 7 p.m. it started pouring with rain. Wondering about my new career in an unknown land, I had _______ in my seat. I woke up with a(n)_______ to the sound of the conductor announcing the name of my bus stop. I looked out. It was pitch-dark. Ah, a power cut._______ unusual during heavy rains. “Conductor Sahab, can I get a _____ for myself here? I’m new to the place,” I heard myself ask _____. “Arre bhai, get off my bus and let us go. We _______ to reach the next station on time. Where will you get a place to stay in this goddamned town?” he shouted back. Amid mounting panic, I felt a _______ tap on my shoulder. As I looked back, a warm smile ______ me. “I’m Sawant, from the next town. The bus ________ there for the night and returns tomorrow morning. Why don’t you buy a ticket for the next stop? You can spend the night at my place, and join work tomorrow.” I thanked him from my heart and accepted his ________. By the time the bus reached the final stop, it was 8:30 p.m. The kind soul led me to his house. He and his wife took great _________ to make my stay comfortable. I was _______ with warm water for a bath, followed by a hot ________ and a comfortable bed. All this took place in semi-darkness. No lights yet. I was up early the next morning and my benefactor (恩人) came to ________ me off. I could not see his face clearly, as it was ______ dark. I made it ________ the college in time and taught there for almost 11 years. All this while I ______ him, even asking my new friends and students to help find the kind soul. But Mr Sawant remained __________. Perhaps I had got his name wrong. My only regret: I could not thank him again. 1.A.Excited B.Interested C.Worried D.Annoyed 2.A.home B.school C.comfort D.dilemma 3.A.knocked off B.dropped off C.turned off D.nodded off 4.A.start B.jump C.ear D.eye 5.A.Something B.Anything C.Everything D.Nothing 6.A.seat B.room C.ticket D.map 7.A.sadly B.quickly C.nervously D.surprisingly 8.A.come B.get C.need D.ask 9.A.sudden B.soft C.real D.warm 10.A.waved B.welcomed C.greeted D.shook 11.A.stops B.arrives C.leaves D.drives 12.A.family B.solution C.invitation D.request 13.A.pleasure B.energy C.minds D.pains 14.A.provided B.armed C.impressed D.blessed 15.A.chat B.discussion C.meal D.tea 16.A.allow B.keep C.show D.see 17.A.yet B.still C.already D.also 18.A.to B.in C.from D.for 19.A.sent for B.searched for C.cared for D.waited for 20.A.silent B.strange C.unbelievable D.untraceable
— Sorry to have hurt you. — ________. You didn’t mean to, did you? A.Don’t worry B.Take it easy C.Don’t say so D.Forget it
It was so noisy that we hear ourselves speak. A.couldn’t B.shouldn’t C.mustn’t D.needn’t
he thought he was helping us with the work, he was actually in the way. A.Although B.Unless C.Because D.When
Before Tom left home, his mother kept telling him to _______ his manners at the party. A.notice B.mind C.watch D.care
（2015·江苏）Much time ________sitting at a desk, office workers are generally troubled by health problems. A.being spent B.having spent C.spent D.spending
By reading the story, you may understand ______ to be successful. A.it takes what B.you take what C.what takes you D.what it takes
Only if a teacher gives permission _________ to enter the room. A.a student is allowed B.is a student allowed C.does a student allow D.a student allowed
The education of _______young is always _______ hot and serious topic in modern society. A. the; / B. a; the C. /; the D. the; a
He didn’t recognize the man who hit him because he could just ____ a dark shape moving towards him. A.make out B.turn out C.set out D.put out
— Henry doesn’t seem to be what he was. — No. _______ so much in the war has made him more thoughtful. A.Seen B.His seeing C.Having seen D.To have seen
— Can I help you? — I’d like to buy a present for my father’s birthday, ______ at a proper price, but of great value. A.which B.that C.one D.it
— Would you please tell us the prospect of fighting against COVID-19? — We are sure to win the battle, but ______ it’ll be over soon I’m not sure at the moment. A.whether B.that C.if D.when
— Beijing is worth visiting. I _______ there with my parents during the holidays. — I agree. I have been there twice. A.went B.have gone C.have been D.am going
（2015·江苏）Some schools will have to make ______ in agreement with the national soccer reform. A.judgments B.adjustments C.comments D.achievements
— Have you heard that Jay Chou is singing his latest song in the concert? — _________ Aren’t you joking with me? A.That sounds great! B.Yes, I suppose it must be. C.Really? D.That’s a good idea.
假设你是高三学生李华，写信建议你的美国朋友Tom参加21世纪学生英文报（21st Century Teens）专门为外国人举办的2018“最美中国（Amazing China）”手机摄影大赛。信的内容包括： 1.作品内容要求； 2.提交时间和方式； 3.表示愿意提供帮助。 注意：1.词数不少于100； 2.开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。 增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（/\），并在其下面写出该加的词。 删除：把多余的词用斜线（\）划掉。 修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。 注意：1.每处错误及其修改均只限一词； 2.只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。 I got up lately yesterday because my alarm clock didn't ring. With no time for the breakfast, I rushed out of my house. I had intended to catch the 7:30 subway, and I didn't make it. Have a little time left, I take a taxi instead. I arrived at the school only find, with great sadness mixed with some relief, that the school where should have been full of students was empty. It was Saturday. However, our ill luck showed no sign of coming at the end. When I returned home, I found myself lock out. I had forgotten to bring the key. Just my luck!
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Everyone knows that regular exercise is good for the body. But exercise is also one of the most effective 1.(way) to improve your mental health. Regular exercise can have a profoundly positive influence 2. depression, anxiety, and more. It also relieves stress, 3.(help) you sleep better, and makes you feel happy. Research indicates that no matter how old you are or how fit you are, you can learn to use exercise as a 4. (power) tool to feel better. Sure, exercise can improve your physical health, improve your waistline, 5. even add years to your life. So people who exercise 6.( regular)) tend to do so because it gives them an enormous sense of well-being. They feel more energetic throughout the day, sleep 7. (well) at night, have sharper memories, and feel more relaxed and positive about 8.(they) and their lives. And it's also powerful medicine for many common mental health challenges. Wondering just how active you need to be to get a mental health boost? It's probably not as much as you think. You don't need 9.(devote) hours out of your busy day, train at the gym, or run mile. You can gain all 10. physical and mental health benefits of exercise with 30-minute of moderate exercise five times a week. Two 15-minute or even three 10-minute exercise sessions can also work just as well.
At the very young age of six, my life was thrown into a downward spiral （旋涡）of constant pain, surgeries, sadness and depression. I was in a car _______ on my way home, being hit by a truck. My left leg got _______ between the wheels. I was left with an exposed bone, lots of pain and the _______ memories of those few moments, which were forever _______ in my mind. At first I spent a year and half in the _______. I had dressings every day, surgeries every Friday and _______ nights and days. I'm sure most of you don't know this because I've probably never _______ this with anyone. People have questioned so many times and I eventually got _______; I just wore clothes that could _______ my leg. I couldn't do this in school because we had a ________ and of course I was bullied by some and called names, ________ in primary school. Scars shouldn't define a person. My scars are my proof（证明）of my ________ . Many years later I have changed - I began to love and accept myself. I ________ what I want and I am happy with myself. I have always risen above my circumstances and my ________ has never stopped me from pursuing (追求)my dreams. It may have ________ me down but it never took my ________ away. You don't know what I've ________ but I have been and continue to be ________ for being myself, so when you see me ________, don't be quick to judge. Just be glad for me because I'm definitely ________. I am more than my leg and I am more than what people choose to see. 1.A.exhibition B.accident C.trip D.company 2.A.operated B.examined C.trapped D.lost 3.A.silly B.terrifying C.constant D.brief 4.A.planted B.forgotten C.destroyed D.changed 5.A.waiting room B.hospital C.school D.bedroom 6.A.strange B.cold C.lonely D.painful 7.A.experienced B.enjoyed C.tasted D.shared 8.A.fed up B.worn out C.cheered up D.knocked out 9.A.protect B.cover C.decorate D.warm 10.A.lesson B.class C.uniform D.teacher 11.A.personally B.formally C.especially D.luckily 12.A.knowledge B.strength C.shortcoming D.illness 13.A.drink B.watch C.wear D.buy 14.A.hand B.eye C.mouth D.leg 15.A.wrote B.pushed C.slowed D.cut 16.A.life B.hope C.health D.money 17.A.gone through B.talked about C.cared for D.handed in 18.A.cheated B.followed C.questioned D.loved 19.A.smile B.sleep C.die D.drive 20.A.sorry B.disappointed C.proud D.happy
The science of papermaking addresses the methods, equipment, and materials used to make paper and cardboard, these being used widely for printing, writing, and packaging, among many other purposes and useful products. Today almost all paper is produced using industrial machinery. 1. The method of manual（手工的）papermaking changed very little over time, despite advances in technologies.2.Separate the useful fibre from the rest of raw materials. Beat down the fibre into pulp（纸浆）.Adjust the color, chemical, biological, and other properties of the paper. Screen （筛选）the resulting liquid. Press and dry to get the actual paper. 3. It is made of stainless materials and set in a wooden frame similar to that of a window. Then completely bathe it in the liquid and draw it out. Water is removed and the wet mat of fibre is laid on top of a damp cloth. The fairly damp fiber is then dried. Finally, the paper is then cut to the desired shape and packed. The wooden frame is called a “deckle” （定纸框）. 4. The “deckle edges” are one of the indications that the paper was made by hand. Deckle-edged paper is occasionally imitated today to create the impression of old-fashioned luxury. 5. It is also used in paper factories to check the quality of the production process. The “handsheets" made according to TAPPI Standard T205 are tested for paper characteristics such as brightness, strength and degree of sizing. A.Screening the fibre involves using a special net. B.The process of papermaking is really complicated. C.It leaves the edges of the paper slightly irregular and wavy. D.In laboratories handmade paper is prepared to study papermaking. E.However, traditional papermaking in Asia uses the inner skin fibres of plants. F.The process of manufacturing handmade paper can be generalized into five steps. G.But handmade paper is still appreciated for its distinctive uniqueness and the skilled craft.
Scientists have discovered why the Mona Lisa's expression looks so different to different people and at different times. For centuries, art lovers and critics have been confused by and debated the Leonardo Da Vinci painting's gaze and slight smile. But new research from the University of California, San Francisco has shed new light on the shining and seemingly changing face of the Mona Lisa. Through experiments, they discovered that our emotions really do change how we see a neutral face. Dr Erika Siegel and her colleagues study how our emotions change our perceptions of the world around us—even when we aren't aware that something has changed our feelings. This relies on the modern theory of" the brain as a predictive organ, instead of a reactive one,” says Dr Siegel. In other words, “we have a lifetime of experience and we use those experiences to predict what we are going to experience next.” We all have one dominant eye and one more passive non-dominant one. If each eye is receiving different information, we only consciously perceive what dominant one sees. But non-dominant sights can still enter our subconscious. They showed 43 people two sets of flashing images simultaneously, so that the dominant eye saw and registered neutral expressions, while the non-dominant eye “saw” flashes of neutral, or smiling faces, which they would only subconsciously be aware of. After viewing the flashing faces, the researchers showed the participants options of faces and asked them to pick out which ones they had seen. When their non-dominant eyes had seen a happy face, they were more likely to think the neutral face had actually been smiling, and the same was true for other expressions. This means that “if you see the Mona Lisa after you have just had a screaming fight with your husband, you're going to see the painting differently,” says Dr Siegel. “But if you're having the time of your life at the Louvre, you're going to see the mysterious smile,” she adds. “We are the architects of our own experience. Our brain makes predictions about what it expects to see and uses information from the world to update its expectations,”Dr Siegel says. 1.What is the purpose of Dr Siegel's research? A.To discover why people perceive the same thing differently. B.To help appreciate the Mona Lisa. C.To win a debate. D.To tell a smiling face from a neutral face. 2.Which of the following is the closest in meaning to “shed new light” in Paragraph 3? A.Made something bright. B.Provided new explanations. C.Added light-colored paints. D.Increased amount of natural light. 3.Why did the researchers show the participants two sets of flashing images? A.To play a game. B.To pick out their dominant and non-dominant eyes. C.To strengthen the effect of the non-dominant eyes. D.To provide images of more expressions. 4.Which of the following can be the best title for the text? A.Effects of Emotions B.Seeing Is Believing C.A Mysterious Research D.Is Mona Lisa Smiling?
Most heroes are not super. They don’t appear in comic books, on television, or in movies. They just do what they believe needs to be done to make their world a better place. Bike Batman is one of them. Bike Batman is a 30-year-old married engineer who lives in Seattle, Washington. He’s a cyclist who also buys and sells bikes as a hobby. About three years ago, he was looking for a bike for his wife. He found one on Craigslist, a website where people list things they want to sell. As he often does, he also looked at Bike Index, a popular website that allows users to register their bikes and post reports when they’re taken. The bike, which he was considering purchasing, clearly matched one reported stolen on Bike Index. Then he called the person who claimed to be the bike’s owner and arranged to meet him— supposedly to complete the sale. When the two men met, Bike Batman told the thief, “You’ve got two options. You can wait until a police officer gets here, or you can just get out of here.” You can imagine what the thief did. After that first success, Bike Batman developed a safer routine. When he sees questionable bike ads on Craigslist, he cross-references the image with bikes reported on Bike Index. Once he has confirmed it with the owner, he arranges a meet-up with the thief and will call the Seattle police department so that officers can participate in the action. In more than half of the 22 cases in which he has got back and returned bikes, the thieves have been arrested. In one case, Bike Batman even helped a family recover a wide range of prized possessions that suspects had stolen during a home burglary. His nickname came from a discussion with a police officer who suggested he be called “Robin Hood”. Since he wasn’t exactly stealing from the rich and giving to the poor, “Batman” seemed a better fit. The idea of a superhero punishing criminals feels pretty silly to him, but the main reason he continues his work is to keep up Seattle’s reputation as a friendly city. 1.What is Bike Batman? A. A superhero. B. A website manager. C. A Seattle citizen. D. A police officer. 2.What will Bike Batman first do when he discovers a questionable bike? A. Arrange to meet the thief. B. Call the police department. C. Contact the owner of the stolen bike. D. Look up the bike’s information on Bike Index. 3.Why does Bike Batman help find the lost bikes? A. To become famous. B. To help poor people. C. To punish bike thieves. D. To build a friendly city. 4.What can we learn from the passage? A. the thieves refused to return the bikes. B. the police failed to perform their duties. C. Bike Batman began his good deeds by accident. D. Bike Batman felt relieved to see the thieves arrested.
Where should an adventurous tourist go? After you've done sightseeing in London, shopping in New York, enjoyed the local food in Paris, and danced to your heart's content at the Brazilian carnival, where else can you go? What attractive tourist destination awaits you? Well, Antarctica sounds like the holiday of a lifetime! It's considered the last great wilderness on Earth. Just a few scientists in research stations share the icy landscape with penguins and other animals which can struggle with the low temperatures. Tourism began in Antarctica in the 1950s and it's still small part. About 37,000 tourists are expected there this season, but many won't even leave the boat. The BBC’s Juliet Rix visited the frozen continent and asked herself if she should be there at all, causing potential problems to such a sensitive environment. Her tour guide admitted that all visitors leave a footprint and they all go to the same places, the accessible coastline, which is also where the penguins and seals go to raise. But some people believe that if carefully controlled, tourism can be good for Antarctica. It has no native population and it needs advocates. Visitors to the icy continent might be ready to support and even to fund its preservation. And they're likely to engage in the discussion about global warming, which has led to the melting of glaciers. According to Rix, guidelines are followed when you're about to set foot in Antarctica and tourists have to disinfect their boots to make sure no alien species are introduced. And once on land, there's no eating or smoking. Rocks, bone fragments—nothing should be taken as a souvenir and nothing should be left behind. Tourists fortunate enough to visit the Antarctic must be aware that this is not their home and keep their fingers crossed that future generations will also be able to enjoy such breathtaking views. 1.What can we infer from the second paragraph? A.The Antarctic has become the best place for people to travel. B.Only scientists can be allowed to go to Antarctic. C.Antarctic is less affected by human activities. D.No animals can survive in Antarctic expect penguins. 2.Juliet Rix’s travel in Antarctic mentioned in the fourth paragraph indicates that . A.whether tourists should go to Antarctic or not should be considered carefully B.governments should take measures to stop tourists from going to Antarctic C.the animals’ habitat in Antarctic has been seriously affected by tourism D.only journalists begin to pay attention to the environmental protection in Antarctic 3.What does the underlined word “disinfect” in the sixth paragraph probably mean? A.Clean. B.Move. C.Remove. D.Change.
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