阅读理解 England is not a big country: from north to south and from east to west

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阅读理解     England is not a big country: from north to south and from east to west it is only about three hundred
miles across.   But for a small country it has a surprising range of climate.  People who have never visited
England, or who have visited only one part of it, often make the mistake of thinking that it is a cold and
wet country, except for the summer months of June to September.  This is probably true of the north of
England and the Midlands.  In the south, however, the climate is much more pleasant.   One result is that
when people retire from a job in the north they often prefer to move down to the milder south.
      Perhaps the warmest part of the country is thesouthwest, which consists of the countries of Devon and
Cornwall.  The warm Gulf Stream flows across the North Atlantic Ocean from the Gulf of Mexico and
makes the coastal regions of the southwest quite warm.  Palm trees, bamboo and many semi-tropical
plants grow well in the southwest of England.  Flowers and vegetables ripen as much as a month earlier
than those elsewhere.  Farmers in the area obtain a higher price for their vegetables and flowers because
they are ready earlier.  In winter there may be several feet of snow in other parts of England but there
will probably be no snow at all in the southwest.  This may be one of the reasons why the southwest is
one of England"s most popular holiday areas.

1.  The distance from the center of England to south coast is about        .

A.  one hundred miles
B.  three hundred miles
C.  one hundred and fifty miles
D.  six hundred miles

2.  England is a country         .

A.  with a cold and wet climate
B.  with a surprising climate
C.  with a pleasant climate
D.  with a variety of climates

3.  According to the passage        .

A.  flowers and vegetables from Devon are on themarket one month earlier
B.  farmers in the southwest grow as many vegetables and flowers as farmers elsewhere
C.  people in the southwest have to pay a higher price for vegetables and flowers
D.  vegetables in Comwall ripen as much as a month earlier than flowers

4. In the north of England and the Midlands,       .

A.  it is cold and wet all the year round
B.  the climate is pleasant as a whole
C.  it is warm most of the time in a year
D.  only the summer is not cold and not wet

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阅读理解     Vacations are meant for the entire family-which means a vacation destination should offer a whole
range of attractions and features that every member of the family should enjoy.Many families would say
that the perfect family destination does not exist.After all,what kind of destination offers that much
diversity?However,Gold Coast in Queensland,Australia may be the closest place you can ever find that fits
the bill of the perfect spot for families of every size,with diverse interests.
     For one thing,the city of Queensland is known for its amazing beaches.While not as popular as the
beaches in Spain or the Caribbean,Australian beaches still do rank among the best in the world.The beach
es here can prove that.If there are worldclass beaches,it could only mean worldclass accommodations and
amenities(设施)．In turn,this means everyone in a family can easily  enjoy  the beach,as well as a number
of water sports and activities in a safe environment.This is especially important for foreigners,who may not
be so confident of the security and overall atmosphere in other countries.
     As for young ones,Gold Coast offers an amazing range of theme parks-the range is so great,in fact,that
it"s amazing how they all exist within the same city.Theme parks include Sea World,the Warner Brothers
Movie World,among several others! What could kids ask for?It"s already as if it is a wonderland.And
adults will surely enjoy the bustling night life in the city,particularly the one in Surfers Paradise.Here,adults
can also enjoy the city"s famed shopping district in the Cavill Avenue.The Cavill Mall,in particular,is really a
destination one should visit ；it is filled with the best shops from all over the world.
     Needless to say,Gold Coast has everything for everyone-which is why families should choose this
charming Queensland City the next time they go on a family vacation.Family vacation should be about
family enjoyment,and it really provides that in excess!1. This text is written for the purpose of ________.A. attracting readers to take their vocations in Queensland City
B. explaining where visitors should take their vacations
C. telling us where we can find a vacation destination for whole families
D. showing us where children would like to spend their vocations2. Generally speaking,destinations for whole families are difficult to find because ________.A. there are few places which can satisfy children nowadays
B. most people nowadays don"t know how to please their children
C. different family members have different taste of entertainment
D. now visitors are difficult to please due to  their high demand3. The writer suggests the city of Queensland to readers because________.A. it has the most beautiful beaches over the world
B. it provides the firstclass accommodations and amenities
C. it offers an amazing range of theme parks in the same city
D. it can satisfy both children and adults at the same time4. While traveling abroad,what visitors are most concerned about is ________.A. the traveling cost
B. the security of traveling
C. the accommodation of destinations
D. the theme parks of the destination

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阅读理解     Researchers are placing robotic dogs(机器狗)  in the homes of lonely old people to determine whether they can improve the quality of life for humans.Alan Beck, an expert in human-animal relationship and
Nancy Edwards, a professor of nursing, are leading the animal-assisted study concerning the influence of
robotic dogs on old people"s depression, physical  activity, and life satisfaction. "No one will argue that an older person is better off being more active, challenged, or stimulated (刺激) ,"  Edwards points out. " The problem  is  how  we  promote (使……成为现实) that, especially for those without friends or help. A
robotic dog could be a solution. "
      In the study, the robot, called AIBO, is placed for six weeks in the houses of some old people who
live alone. Before placing AIBO in the home, researchers will collect baseline data for six weeks. These
old people will keep a diary to note their feelings and activities before and after AIBO. Then, the
researchers will review the data to detemune if it has inspired any changes in the life of its owner.
      "I talk to him all the time, and he responds to my voice,"  says a seventy-year-old lady. "When I"m
watching TV, he"ll stay in my arms until he wants down. He has a mind of his own. "
     The AIBOs respond to certain orders. The researchers say they have some advantages over live dogs, especially for old people. Often the elderly are disabled and cannot care for an animal by walking it or playing with it. A robotic dog removes exercise and feeding concerns.
     "At the beginning, it was believed that no one would relate to the robotic dog because it was metal and not furry (毛茸茸的) ," Beck  says. "But  it"s  amazing how quickly we have given up that belief. "
    "Hopefully, down the road, these robotic pets could become a more valuable health helper. They will
record their masters" blood pressure, oxygen levels, or heart rhythms. AIBOs may even one day have
games that can help stimulate older people"s minds. "1.The purpose of Beck and Edwards" study is to      _.     A. understand human-animal relationship
B. make lonely old people"s life better
C. find the causes of old people"s loneliness
D. promote the animal-assisted research2.In the research, the old people are asked to       .     A. note the activities of AIBOs
B. keep AIBOs at home for 12 weeks
C. record their feelings and activities
D. analyze the collected information3. What is the advantage of AIBO over live dogs?      A. It is easier to keep at home.
B. It can help the disabled people.
C. It responds to all the human orders.
D.lt can watch TV with its owner.4. The author seems to suggest that the future robotic dogs may____.      A. cure certain diseases
B. keep old people active
C. change people"s beliefs
D.look more like real dogs

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阅读理解     Let us suppose it is now about A. D. 2060. Let us believe it is about sixty years from now. Of course,
things have changed and  life is very different.
     Voyages to the moon are  being made every day. It is as easy to take a holiday on the moon today as it was for the people in 1960 to take a holiday in Europe. At a numher of scenic spots on the moon, many
hotels have been built. The hotels are air-conditioned, naturally. In order that everyone can enjoy the
beautiful scenery on the moon, every room has at least one picturewindow. Everything imaginable is provided for entertainment(娱乐)  of young and old.
     What are people eating now? People are still eating food.  They haven"t yet started to take on heir
(继承) supply of energy directly as electrical current or as nuclear power. They may some day. But many
foods now come in pill form, and the food that goes into the pill continues to come mainly from green plants.
     Since there are several times as many people in the world today as there were  a hundred years ago,
most of our planet"s surface has to be filled. The deserts are irrigated with water and pests no longer
destroy crops. The harvest is always good.
     Farming, of course, is very highly developed. Very few people have to work On the farm. It is possible to run the farm by just pushing a few buttons now and then.
     People are now largely vegetarians(素食者). You see, as the number of people increases, the number of animals decreases. Therefore, the people have to be vegetarians and we are healthier both in our bodies and in our minds, and we know the causes and cure of disease and pain, and it is possible to get rid of
diseases. No one has to be ill any more,
     Such would be our life in 2060.1. According to the passage, what will be on the moon in about A.D. 2060?    A. Many tourists.
B. Many other animals.
C. Many plants.
D. A sea.2. What will people eat then according to the passage?    A. Biscuits in pill form.
B. Foods in pill form.
C. Foods in water form.
D. Foods in gas form.3.The passage tells us that in 2060, _     on the earth than now.    A. there are fewer population
B.there are more pests
C. there is less water
D. the crops are getting better4. Why are people largely vegetarians in 2060?     A. Because they don"t eat meat.
B. Because doctors advise them not to eat meat.
C. Because the number of animals decreases.
D. Because all the animals have died of diseases.

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阅读理解。      After winning a big game,athletes are often asked how they attained that success.Most say their
achievement is the result of gruelling hard work and intense practice.Usually athletes say how hard it
is to win the big games.At the opposite end of the spectrum,however,is the fact that losing the big game,
or,in my case,all the games,can be even tougher.
     From the spectators’ point of view,last year’s basketball season for my high school team was nothing
short of an embarrassment.And while 0 and 20 is certainly nothing to be proud of,that season had a bigger
impact on me than any other,and probably more than any season since.
    As a team captain,I knew it probably wouldn’t be the easiest year,but did I ever think we would
lose every game? Of course not.Since six of our top players had graduated,it was clear that we were a
young team who would struggle.The struggle began earlier than expected,though,as our team’s starting
center was suspended for the season,and two key members decided to quit after two weeks.At some
point,quitting probably passed through every player’s mind,but,in the end,we all stuck it out,vowing to
work even harder.
    Then there came a time when even our own coach had given up on us.Personally，I felt like it was
no longer worth giving my all.I thought,if even the coach doesn’t believe in us,why should I? But just as
my hope began to fade,a teammate called a meeting. He said,“Nobody thinks we’re going to win,and
heck,we may not,but,as teammates and friends,we_owe_it_to_each_other_to_give_it_our_allevery_
game.”
     Sure,it was a little cliche (陈旧的),but it was that moment that taught me how to be a leader.It hit me
then that I may have been a captain,but I,like others in my position,certainly didn’t deserve the role.As a
leader you can never quit on the team who looks up to you.It is one thing to be named captain and feel
great and go through the motions,but it is quite another to be a real captain and make sure everyone works to their potential all the time.
     I am sure it is great to go through high school without losing and bringing home awards.But in all
honesty,I relish the fact that my team lost every game last year.It may not help me to become a better
basketball player,but it already has made me a better leader,and person.1．What was the biggest problem with the author’s team last season?A．Several key members were unable to play the games.
B．Their coach no longer wanted to instruct them.
C．There were no actual leaders on the team.
D．Most of players lost hope and wanted to quit.2．In the text，the author seems to suggest that a good leader should ________.A．be confident about himself
B．make sure everyone goes all out
C．work hard to win the games
D．feel great about his team3．By saying “we owe it to each other to give it our all every game.”(Paragraph 4) the teammate means
that all of them should ________.A．be responsible for the losses
B．try their best on the court
C．feel thankful for what they’ve done
D．get together to win every game4．What is the main idea the author aims to express in the text?A．Success is the result of hard work.
B．A friend in need is a friend indeed.
C．One can learn something from the failure.
D．A real leader should never give up.

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     [l]Everyone needs friends. They are a basic source of happiness and hope in our lives.
However, the ability tomake friends varies from person to person. To some people, making
friends is easy;but to others, .
    [2] We all have the ability to make friends. Unfortunately, many people never reach their
potential (~ ~E). Making friends is a skill, and the first step in developing that skill is knowing
how to get along withothers.
     [3lPeople who are good at getting along with others take an interest in what other people
like. They learn to develop interests that make them enjoyable to be around.Therefore, the
more things that your child knows how to dothat involve connecting with other kids, the more
chances he or she has to make friends.
     [4]If your child has trouble making friends, you cantell him or her what to do.Realize your
own strengths
     [5lYou have skills and talents that others can enjoy.Some people don"t let others see
their good points, but youshould believe that you are a good person who has somethingto
share with others.Develop a sense of humor
     [6]Learn to laugh at yourself and your shortcomings. Itwill relieve some of the stress in
your life. If you ever feellike poking fun at someone, let it be you, never anyone else.lmile,
smile, smile. Respect the rights of others
     [7]They have their opinions, you have yours. Differentopinions are healthy. Learn how
to listen to others withoutputting them down or trying to persuade them that youropinion is
right.Be kind
     [8]Throughout your life, you will learn that if you arekind to others, they will usually be
kind to you. Whenshould you start being kind? Right now. Give someone acompliment(恭维).
Open the door for someone. Wave to afriend. Encourage someone who is discouraged.
Saysomething positive. There are hundreds of little things youcan do to show your kindness.
Be empathetic(同情的)
     [9]Try to understand what others are going through.Look at life through their eyes. If you
empathize withsomeone"s feelings, you can help.Don"t complain
     [10] People get tired of li.stening to constantcomplaining. Life doesn"t always go the way
you want.Learn to accept what you can"t change, and work hard tochange what you can.
Replace the time you used to spendcomplaining with the time spent being kind. Never give up
     [ll]Even if you are faced with negative, closed-mindedpeople, never give up. Don"t let
them change you into one ofthem. Find people who will appreciate you.

1.What is the best title of the passage? (No more than 8words. )
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2. Which sentence in the passage can be replaced by the following one? In life you will learn
that people would treat you as you treat them.
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3. Please fill in the blank in the lst paragraph with proper words or phrases to complete the
sentence. (No more than 8 words. )
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4. Which of the suggestions do you think is the mostimportant one for you? Why? (No more
than 25 words. )
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5. Translate the underlined sentence in the 10th paragraph into Chinese.
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