阅读理解。 How "Kangaroo" Became an Anim
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How "Kangaroo" Became an Animal"s Name
Early in the 18th century, Captain Cook, a famous explorer (探险家) of Australia, unexpectedly caught
sight of an unusual animal dunng his first visit to Australia. The animal had a large mouth-like head and jumped
along on its large legs. To his great surprise, the unusual animal carried its young in a special pocket of flesh.
Captain Cook pointed to the animal which was eating grass in the distance and asked his native guide what the
animal was referred to. The guide seemed not to know what he was pointing at and finally said Kangaroo,
which Cook carefully wrote down as the animal"s name in his word book. The Europeans who later got to
Australia were anxious to see the unusual animal "Kangaroo", but their requests were met with puzzled looks
of the native people. Before long they got to discover that the native guide who made the answer to Cook"s
question really meant, "I don"t know what you are pointing at." Funny enough, the name "Kangaroo" stuck
and it is still in use today. |
| 1. Which of the following sentences best expresses the main idea? |
A. Captain Cook"s guide had a sense of humor.
B. Native Australians could speak English in Cook"s time.
C. Some words have rather funny origins (起源, 由来).
D. Captain Cook was a lover of wild animals. |
| 2. The main use for the animal"s flesh pocket is to _____. |
A. keep food
B. carry its babies
C. jump a long distance
D. store food and water |
| 3. When the native guide said "Kangaroo", he really meant _____. |
A. "Ah, it is a special kind of animal."
B. "I wonder what you have said."
C. "I have no idea of what you are pointing at."
D. "What do you mean by pointing at that animal?" |
| 4. The writer indirectly expresses that early in the 18th century _____. |
A. the native Australians and the European explorers were not friendly to each other
B. a common language was needed by the Europeans to communicate with the native in Australia
C. a great many Europeans showed great interest in Australia
D. a war against the European invaders (侵略者) was to break out |
| 5. This passage hints (暗示) _____. |
A. we should learn many different languages
B. Captain Cook made a mistake in understanding
C. Captain Cook was a foolish explorer
D. the importance of a language in common |
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| 阅读理解。 |
Paris is the capital city of the European nation of France. It is also one of the most beautiful and most
famous cities in the world.
Paris is called the City of Light. It is also an international fashion centre. What women are wearing in
Paris will be worn by women all over the world. Paris is also a famous world centre of education. For
example, it is where the headquarters of UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural
Organization.
The Seine River divides the city into two parts. Thirty-two bridges cross this beautiful river. The oldest
and perhaps the most well-known is the Point Neuf, which was built in the sixteenth century. The Sorbonne,
a famous university, stands on the left bank (south side) of the river. The beautiful white church Sacre Coeur
lies on the top of the hill called Montmartre on the right bank (north side) of the Seine.
There are many other famous places in Paris, such as the famous museum, the Louvre, as well as the
Notre Dame. However, the most famous building in this city is Eiffel Tower.
Paris as well as the Cathedral of Notre Dame is named after a group of people called the Parisaii. They
built a small village on an island in the middle of the Seine River about two thousand years ago. This island,
called the He de la Cite, is where Notre Dame lies. Today around eight million people live in the Paris area. |
| 1. Why is Paris regarded as a fashion centre in the world? |
A. Because the clothes there are the most expensive in the world.
B. Because there is the largest collection of the clothes in Paris.
C. Because Paris has the most beautiful clothes in the world.
D. Because Paris plays a leading role in the fashion world. |
| 2. The Point Neuf was built in _____. |
A. the 1500s
B. the 1600s
C. the 1700s
D. the 1800s |
| 3. From the passage we know Paris is named after _____. |
A. a group of people
B. a famous river
C. a famous museum
D. a famous writer |
| 4. We can conclude that Notre Dame is _____. |
A. on the left bank of the Seine River
B. on the right bank of the Seine River
C. on neither bank of the Seine River
D. in Louvre |
| 5. Paris is famous for the following EXCEPT _____. |
A. fashion
B. some bridges
C. the Sorbonne
D. the Eiffel Tower |
| 信息匹配。请阅读下列旅游景点的信息，并按照要求匹配信息。 |
A. Leigongshan Nature Reserve (保护区)
Located 15 kilometres east of Kaili, Guizhou Province, Leigongshan is the most fascinating scenic area
of the Miaoling Mountains. It gained its reputation as a National Nature Reserve because of its abundance
of overlapping (与……重叠) mountain ridges, flourishing verdant plants, valuable and rare animals, and
historical war remams.
B. Wuyi Mountain
The Wuyi Mountain is situated in the middle of the Wuyi Mountain range. The Nine Twist Stream, a
meandering brook running 9 kilometres through the mountain, has been designated as a key national scenic
spot. A great many scholars and poets like Zhu Xi, Lu You and Xin Qiji visited and lectured here. As a
result, a valuable cultural heritage (遗产) has been preserved (保存, 保护).
C. Hengshan Mountain (South Mountain)
There are five sacred mountains in China, among which Hengshan Mountain in Hunan is the most famous
for its natural scenery. It has 72 peaks and extends 150 kilometres, with 800 miles in cir curnference. The
mountain consists of 72 peaks. It runs 150 kilometres in extend, and possesses the reputation of Buddhism
and Taoist culture of China.
D. Mountain Tai
Mountain Tai is the first mountain in the 5 high mountains. It lies in the middle of Shandong Province.
There are 4 natural remarkable spectacles. They are sunrise, sunset glow, cloudy sea and yellow river. The
pines and cypresses on the mountain still stand firmly. Their branches and leaves heap up a lot of snow,
which shine brightly under the sunshine.
E. Luoxiao Mountain
Luoxiao Mountain lies on the border between Hunan Province and Jiangxi Province. It is where China"s
revolution started. High peaks and thick forests contribute to making the mountain quite steep. Luoxiao
Mountain is rich in natural resources with a forest coverage rate of 64%. More than 3,800 different plants
grow here, including over 30 rare tree species and over 20 rare animal species.
F. Mt. Huangshan
Mt. Huangshan is bound to be one of the most visited tourist destinations in the 21st century. Old residences,
archways, clan temples, ancient bridges and pagodas (宝塔) are abundant. Mt. Huangshan is famous for the
uniquely shaped pines, the fantastic rock peaks, the sea of clouds and the hot springs. The mystic clouds drift
in and out, changing the scenery from minute to minute. |
请阅读下面5个人的特点，然后将他们与想去的旅游景点匹配起来。
( )1. Peter intends to go to a famous mountain for a holiday. As he is into Chinese classical literature and
works, he is sure to consider something like that when he chooses a mountain to visit.
( )2. Jacky is from Australia. He has never been to a really high mountain before. So he is eager to visit a
famous Chinese mountain. Jacky particularly enjoys the beautiful scenery on the top of a mountain in the early
morning watching the sun rising.
( )3. Susan is a university student in LA. She has just got a holiday, but as she is doing a research on how
religion or ancient Chinese doctrines have influenced Chinese people, she will not lose any chance for her
research.
( )4. Smith, a German exchange student, extremely adores Chairman Mao Zedong. He is told that if he visits
the mountain he can feel the beginning of Chairman Mao Zedong"s revolutionary cause, otherwise he will feel
regretful in his later life if he misses it.
( )5. George is 8 photographer from a Canadian journal. He likes to take pictures of remarkable scenery,
especially the lightning in a thunder storm and the change of clouds. It is said that he can make it in a well-
known mountain |
| 阅读理解。 |
In World War Ⅱ, a large and strong German army marched (行军) to France for making a war against
the Frenchmen. The Frenchmen, a brave group of people, loved their own country deeply. They put their
hearts into fighting hard to drive their enemies out of France. But it looked as if the German army would
win the war because there were so many Germans in the battle.
One night, the leader of the Frenchmen was forced to withdraw (撤退) his soldiers to the top of a tall
building after a dissatisfactory war. "We will have a rest here tonight, my men," he said, "Tomorrow we
will fight one more serious battle. We must win or we will all die." At that time, they were all so tired that
they soon fell asleep after they ate their supper quickly. There were only four guards on duty. But they
were also very exhausted and fell asleep one by one.
The foxy Germans were not asleep. Quickly they gathered at the foot of the building. Slowly they went
up the building carefully making no noise. Closer and closer they came to the sleeping Frenchmen. They
almost reached the top. The war would be over a few minutes later. Suddenly, an earthquake shook and the
building was destroyed right away. Most soldiers of both sides fell down and were buried under the useless
pieces of the building. Terribly, the war ended with an unbelievable result. |
| 1. Why did the Germans and the Frenchmen go to war? |
A. Because there were too many German soldiers living in France.
B. Because the Frenchmen wanted to drive the Germans out of France.
C. Because the Germans got many things from France.
D. Because the Germans failed in marching through France. |
| 2. What did the Frenchmen"s withdraw mean? |
A. They had no other way to fight against the Germans.
B. They had to face the failure of the battle.
C. They would fight a more serious battle the next day.
D. They would be forced to give in the next day. |
| 3. In the end, what happened in the war? |
A. The Germans won the war.
B. The Frenchmen beat the Germans.
C. Both sides had no chance to win the war.
D. The earthquake helped the Frenchmen win the war. |
| 根据短文内容及提示完成短文。 |
At the end of the 16th century, about seven million people spoke English. l.________ (几乎) all of them
lived in England. As people from England started 2.________ to other parts of the world, English began to
be 3. ________ in many other countries. Now more people speak English than ever 4.________.
5. ________ English speakers can understand each other even 6. ________ they don"t speak the same kind
of English. 7. ________, they may not be able to understand everything.
All languages change when cultures communicate with each other. Now American English and Australian
English have their own 8.________. English is also spoken in many other countries in Africa and Asia, such
as South Africa, India, Singapore and Malaysia. Today the number of people learning English in China
9.________ increasing 10.________. In future Chinese English will become one of the world Englishes. |
| 阅读理解。 |
Every day, 340 million people speak it. One billion people are learning it and it is said that by 2050, half
of the world"s population will be using it. What are we talking about? That global language-English.
The English language started in Britain in the 5th century. It is a mixed language. It was built up when
German, Scandinavian and French invaders settled in England and created a common language for
communication.
Today it is the official language of the UK, the USA, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa and
Ireland as well as many islands in the Caribbean Many other countries and regions use it for politics and
business, for example, India, Pakistan, Nigeria and the Philippines. English is also one of the official languages
of Hong Kong.
But global advertising and pop music mean that in most countries, you will see or hear some English.
Thanks to McDonald"s, we all know about "burgers", "fries" and "milkshakes". Songs by Madonna, Britney
Spears and Celine Dion are in English. We can sing along, even if we do not understand what we are singing!
English is a messy (杂乱的) language. Every year, dictionaries include new words that talk about popular
culture, for example, computer-related words such as "blogging", "download" and "chat room". Also included
are words that teenagers use. Who does not know "cool", "OK" or "hello"?
Other languages also influence English. Many English words come from French. Words like "cafe" and
expressions like "c"est la vie" (that is life) are all part of the English language. On the other hand, the French
language includes English words like "le weekend" and "le camping". German words are also part of English.
Words like "kindergarten" come from the German language.
Recently, British people have become interested in "yoga". But the word comes from an ancient Hindu
language in India. |
| 1. The English language has a history of _____. |
A. over 2000 years
B. over 500 years
C. over 1500 years
D. over 1000 years |
| 2. The underlined expression "Thanks to" can be replaced by _____. |
A. Because of
B. Thankful to
C. Not until
D. As if |
| 3. Which of the following statements is true about the language of English? |
A. It has been changing all the time.
B. It has borrowed words from all the other languages.
C. French words are used by the English because dictionaries have French words.
D. Singers and film stars have the greatest influence on language. |
| 4. How many people in the world are using English now? |
A. One billion people.
B. 340 million.
C. Almost all the people in the world.
D. None of the above. |
| 5. Many countries and regions use it for politics and business except _____. |
A. the USA
B. Nigeria
C. the Philippines
D. Norway |
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