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1、For many affected families, cuts to school bus service will mean a big in their morning and afternoon schedules.
A.settlement B.recommendation C.adjustment D.indication
2、Living in the north, I prefer a local university to________in the south, for it is convenient to go back home.
A．that
B．it
C．one
D．this
3、For thousands of years,poetry the favorite type of literature for many in China.
A. is B. has been C. was D. will be
4、 we had expected, the result of the experiment was very good.
A．Which B．That C．As D．What
5、 The team are working hard to ________ the problem so that they can find the best solution.
A. face B. prevent
C. raise D. analyze
6、I have some trouble ________ physics. I would be grateful ________ you if you could give me some advice on it.
A. with；with B. in；to C. in；with D. with；to
7、In modern society, it is very difficult for many people to keep a ________ between work and life.
A．request
B．diet
C．factor
D．balance
8、 — Would you care for a cup of coffee?
— I _____ one. Thank you just the same.
A．have had B．had C．would have D．will have
9、The bank is said _____ last night.
A.that it has been robbed B.to be stolen
C.to have been robbed D.to have been stolen
10、—Learning a language isn't easy. It takes time.
—I agree. ________. There's no short cut.
A．Never have a frog in your throat
B．Don't throw the baby out with the bathwater
C．Never have butterflies in your stomach
D．Rome wasn't built in a day
11、We were about to set off _____ Tom came to me.
A. while B. when
C. as D. since
12、Let me take down ________ you’ve said ________ I forget.
A. that, when B. what, before
C. which, before D. what, when
13、The award was established in 1902 as a special______for outstanding people in this field.
A. statement B. distinction C. commitment D. instruction
14、Only since the Industrial Revolution ________ in places away from their homes or been left to raise small children without the help of multiple adults.
A. most people have worked B. have most people worked
C. most people had worked D. had most people worked
15、I believe the time is coming soon there will be no weapons in the world.
A．which
B．that
C．where
D．when
16、The doctor tried to cure him ________his disease but couldn’t find a cure ________ it.
A．for;for
B．for;of
C．of;for
D．of;of
17、________the good care of volunteers, these orphans are growing up healthily.
A．With
B．Under
C．Without
D．But for
18、We offered to give Sharon a ride home, but she ______, saying that she felt like walking.
A．understood
B．accepted
C．compromised
D．declined
19、I can't______such a good job when have been out of work for months.
A. turn off B. turn down
C. turn in D. turn to
20、They made efforts to provide timely and ________ weather forecasts during the Olympic Games.
A．eager
B．accurate
C．skeptical
D．guilty
21、 The palm - forward (掌心向外) "V" sign, formed by raising and spreading the wrist two fingers, has three different meanings in American culture.
The most popular meaning of the "V" sign was invented in 1941 by a Belgian, Victor De Lavalaye. Wanting a symbol for resistance to the Nazi occupation, he came up with the single letter "V", which stood not only for his own first name, but also for English victory, Flemish virijheid, and French victoire. The symbolism of the sign spread very quickly, and Winston Churchill used it constantly in public appearance. Thus throughout the 1940s and 1950s, the gesture meant simply" victory " .
The second meaning came in the 1960s. Because of its military implication, American antiwar protestors used the sign sarcastically (讽刺地) against the arms, so that it became known as the "peace sign". In the 1970s, the "W' sign, which had lost its military implication, was a common greeting among freedom lovers , acid heads, political radicals, and ultimately, young people in general. So by about the middle of the 1970s, it no longer gave clue to the user's philosophy.
The third meaning is the oldest and least common. American children jokingly put " V" , which resembles "horns", behind friends-heads in group snapshot. They are unknowingly reproducing something that southern Europeans would find highly offensive. This mischief, called "horns of the Devil", is a variant of the European "horns" gesture, which is obscene （猥亵的). Here the "w' sign means "Your wife has been cheating on you or, when placed behind another's head, his wife has been cheating on him. "
In the United States, the gesture is typically given with the palm facing the viewer. The British use both this version and an older, palm - backward version ; the latter is obscene in American culture, and corresponds to the American "finger". Churchill got some surprised stares in 1941 when, evidently unaware of the mean usage, he gave the palm - backward "V" to British troops. In England today you could have to be a social hermit not to understand the distinction. Astonishingly, however, Margaret Thatcher repeated Churchill's error after her victory in the 1979 election.
【1】What's the most popular meaning of the "V" sign?
A. Victory, B. Peace.
C. Cheat. D. Freedom.
【2】Why did Churchill get some surprised stares according to the last paragraph?
A. He was proud of his troops.
B. He had wanted to be a hermit.
C. He wasn't insensible of the mean usage of the "V" sign.
D. He wanted to show congratulations to British troops.
【3】What can be learned from the text?
A. The "V" sign simply means victory since 1941.
B. The "V" sign meaning peace was invented by a Belgian.
C. Thatcher made the same error as Churchill after her successful election.
D. American antiwar protestors used the sign to greet among freedom lovers.
【4】What can we conclude from the passage?
A. It's never too old to learn.
B. Think well before you speak.
C. Actions speak louder than words.
D. Try to know culture diversity fully and regionally.
22、 In more ways than one, Toronto is given far less credit than it really deserves. But Toronto has its own reasons to pull you in. The city is ever changing and some new attractions pop up every year.
CN Tower
The CN Tower is a symbol of Toronto. It’s a concrete observation and communications tower that goes over 500 meters high. The adventure of walking on an outdoor platform that sticks out from the very top part of the tower for those healthy adults is attractive. It has pulled in crowds from all over the world—the EdgeWalk.
Toronto Zoo
Going out with kids? Then treat them to a fun and educational time at the Toronto Zoo. It is home to over 5,000 animals and constantly gets new arrivals. Among the newest comers are two Chinese pandas. For adventurous families, a visit there is not all about seeing animals. It’s a unique experience where you and your kids get to fly over wolves and bears.
Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada
Located right by the base of the CN Tower and packed with unforgettable fun sights, Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada will thrill adults and young ones alike. It hosts thousands of animals that you can get to see close, including rare sea animals, such as sharks, jellyfish, and rays.
Kensington Market
The diversity of the food there will delight any taste. This is where you will find popular cuisines from different parts of the world. You can enjoy Venezuelan, Chinese, Italian dishes, and more. The experienced cooks will give you something you have never eaten before, by combining dishes from different traditions.
【1】Which place is recommended for adventureloving parents and children?
A．Toronto Zoo.
B．CN Tower.
C．Kensington Market.
D．Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada.
【2】What is the feature of Kensington Market?
A．It’s a place to sell food.
B．Cooks there teach people to do dishes.
C．People there are from diverse backgrounds.
D．Tourists can try new cuisines there.
【3】Where can we probably read the text?
A．In a geographical journal.
B．In a city map.
C．In a guidebook.
D．In public service advertising.
23、Four months into my second faculty job, I was shocked that I had to record the hours I’d worked. At first, I was annoyed that I had to waste my time on such a boring task. But the practice of writing down my work hours is surprisingly inspiring, sending me down a path to better work-life balance.
In my study, I always believed I could perform better with extra effort. My research never felt finished, and I had no idea how many hours I was supposed to work. That made it easy to go down rabbit holes and work more hours than necessary. When I started my first faculty position, my contract stated that I work anywhere from 36 to 48 hours per week. But my teaching and administrative workloads were so high that I regularly reached the 48-hour mark. There was a long time during my first faculty job when my children didn’t see me enough.
In my second faculty position, I expected that my work hours would again be my business. So when I was told to track them, I was surprised. But anyway I decided to keep careful track of my hours, even noting breaks.
I’m glad I did, because the data have completely changed my view of work-life balance. With my tracking, I’ve found that I generally accumulate one week of overtime every two to three months. So now, every time I reach that milestone, I take a few days or even a whole week off. I spend that time at home with my family, or use the days to take a longer vacation. The breaks have improved my happiness and job satisfaction.
The data also help ease any guilt that I may have otherwise felt if taking time off. I still have deadlines, position requirements, and the pressure to publish papers. And I still work a lot, sometimes even on weekends. But I now know how much I work-and that I deserve the time off.
【1】How did the author first react to recording working time?
A．She disliked it.
B．She followed it readily.
C．She thought it rewarding.
D．She wanted to improve it.
【2】What can be known about the author’s first faculty job?
A．It increased her confidence.
B．Its working hours were fixed.
C．It occupied her too much time.
D．It changed her view on teaching.
【3】What benefit does the author get from the tracking?
A．A promotion.
B．More personal time.
C．No extra work on weekends.
D．Greater academic success.
【4】What can be the best title for the text?
A．Rabbit holes
B．Work-life balance
C．Clocking your work
D．Taking time off work
24、Now, people may feel it surprising that given rise to by technological advances, one growing nuisance(讨厌的东西)，is the “junk” telephone call. Actually, without further human assistance, those calls are distributed by machines which can be programmed to dial numbers automatically. Once a number is reached, the machine delivers a prepared sales voice or even records the receiver’s response.
The machine, which can call hundreds of numbers during a regular business day, does present some problems. Certain of the devices, particularly the cheaper ones, do not disconnect if the person called chooses not to listen and hangs up.
This has the potential to cause tragedy, as well as anger and inconvenience. Woman in the Midwest, for example, attempted to call a doctor for her mother, who had just collapsed with what appeared to be a heart attack. The phone did not present a dial tone but a recorded sales voice, which would not stop even after the woman hung up the phone. Fortunately, a neighbor’s phone was usable, and help was in place in time.
Certain models of the dialing devices can record orders for the product being sold. This has resulted in some bizarre situations. A family in Texas, for example, found that a $10,000 worth medicine was ordered by their healthy 75-year granny. Another family discovered that their three-year-old child, who didn’t know how to read, had subscribed to several adult magazines for which the parents were then being billed.
Many people regard the junk telephone call to be even more offensive than junk mail which is usually possible to recognize and discard without opening or reading it. A phone call, however, can’t be recognized as junk until it has been answered and at least a portion of the message heard. Some people have turned to the continuous use of answering machines on their home telephones while others find the answering machines equally objectionable as the junk calls. In reference to all the facts, some kind of regulation of the nuisance should be in place.
【1】Who may apply a“junk”telephone machine to call according to the first paragraph?
A．Producers of “junk”telephone machines.
B．Telephone companies greedy for money.
C．Evil-hearted people doing that just for fun.
D．Businesses promoting their items or services.
【2】What does the author want to present by giving the example of a woman in the Midwest?
A．Nice neighbors are treasures in one’s life.
B．Junk telephone machines are likely to do harm.
C．Telephones may break down at some critical moment.
D．Loads of phones are disturbed by junk telephone calls.
【3】What does the underlined word bizarre in paragraph 4 mean?
A．Unusual
B．Accidental
C．Amusing
D．Mysterious
【4】What is the author’s intention of writing this passage according to the last paragraph?
A．Appealing for the regulation of the junk phone call.
B．Discussing the potential risks of technological advance.
C．Showing how people feel annoyed at the junk telephone call.
D．Displaying the troubles resulting from the junk telephone call.
25、 “Mom, you're always on the computer!” Laura complained.
“No, I'm not,” I _________.
“Every day I come home from school you're working on the computer.”
“Well, at least I'm here _________you!”
My daughter was right. Day after day, in my home office, I would stare into space as my _________ typed out the thoughts of a speaker or research completed for an article. It seemed that my work as a writer and speaker _________ my fingers to the keyboard and my mind to valuable ideas. What Laura did not _________ was that during her day away, I'd also be doing a lot of housework. It was only around three in the afternoon that I'd _________ seat myself at my desk for a few _________ moments of deep thought. Then she'd come from school.
I was proud of myself on being available to my children. After all, I am a speaker on child behavior and parenting. But Laura's observation _________ my heart. In her eyes, I must have been a mom who was _________ but unapproachable. I wouldn't make such an image before her. My relationship with my children is more than any other work.
“Laura,” I called, “come here a minute.”
She wandered to my doorway. I had decided to have her __________ me when I was too devoted to work. I wanted her to have the power to let me know when she thought I was cold.
After I explained my __________ and the fact that I chose home office to be accessible to her and her sister, I offered Laura the following __________.
“Whenever you feel I'm ignoring you or you need my __________, I want you to hug me.” I said. “just come up and give me a little hug. That'll be our signal that you need me.”
Years later we still have that __________ sign. I've become much more sensitive to my daughters' comings and goings. __________ she always gives me a little hug to remind me of the real reason why I work at home.
【1】A.thought B.refused C.defended D.agreed
【2】A.for B.over C.against D.after
【3】A.feet B.hands C.eyes D.ears
【4】A.added B.turned C.gave D.connected
【5】A.admit B.realize C.believe D.recognize
【6】A.luckily B.gradually C.instantly D.finally
【7】A.precious B.anxious C.busy D.rare
【8】A.filled B.broke C.touched D.mended
【9】A.suitable B.available C.acceptable D.reasonable
【10】A.warn B.persuade C.encourage D.remind
【11】A.pattern B.dream C.schedule D.choice
【12】A.promise B.chance C.answer D.truth
【13】A.help B.attention C.decision D.advice
【14】A.unknown B.unexpected C.unfinished D.unspoken
【15】A.And B.But C.Or D.Yet
26、假如你是李华，正在参与“未来学校”话题的讨论。请根据以下表格的内容，给校报写一篇文章，描述你心目中的学校。
注意：1.文中不得透露个人姓名、班级或学校名称；
2.词数100左右；
3.标题给出，不计入总词汇。
Future schools | |
Students | All ages from anywhere |
Courses | More courses to choose from Offered on the Internet |
Buildings and equipment | Modern Run by computer Easy to use |
Ways of learning | At school or at home Choose teachers |
Activities | Many different kinds |
School life | Richer and more interesting |
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