Summer is the ideal time of year for one of my favorite outdoor activities,

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     Summer is the ideal time of year for one of my favorite outdoor activities, hiking (徒步旅行). It is
much more than just a great Workout. You get to be outside of the confines of a gym and be together
with nature. You breathe in the fresh, clean air while the city life you endured all week just fades away.
You are suddenly transported somewhere else. You are suddenly in a place where you can appreciate
the untouched, simplistic beauty of nature. The trees are green, the wild flowers are growing and the
woods are filled with activity. Once you experience it, you"re hooked.
     Whether hiking in the deserts of Arizona or the mountains of Alberta, you suddenly realize you are
not alone and there is something much bigger at work. There is a realization that life is precious and you
think deeply about your life.
     Another wonderful part of hiking is that you can participate at any level and it is, for the most part,
free. It is a great way to escape the rat race, even during the week. If you have any problems you need
to solve, hiking is really good for clearing your head and removing stress.
     If hiking sounds intimidating to you, it is essentially walking on a whole new level. Experts have
spoken about the benefits of walking for years. Walking doesn"t stress your legs as much as running and
countless studies agree walking leads to weight loss and better health. It is good for your heart, reduces
illness and has even been shown to enhance your thinking. So why wouldn"t you want to do it?1. What disappears for someone who is hiking?A. Green trees.
B. Beautiful nature.
C. City life.
D. Precious things.2. Once you take up hiking in nature as something you do, you______.A. feel much bigger than before
B. love it and want to do it often
C. wish you lived outside of the city
D. look for new hiking places, like Arizona3. How do you feel after you"ve begun hiking?A. Anxious.
B. Thoughtful.
C. Lonely.
D. Free from stress.4. How is running different than walking?A. Running is harder on the legs.
B. Running is better h/r weight loss.
C. Running is good for a person"s heart.
D. Running is a cause for improved thinking.

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1-4: C B D A

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     Children start out as natural scientists, eager to look into the world around them. Helping
them enjoy science can be easy; there"s no need for a lot of scientific terms or expensive lab
equipment. You only have to share your children"s curiosity. Firstly, listen to their questions.
I once visited a classroom of seven-year-olds to talk about science as a job. The children
asked me "textbook questions" about schooling, salary and whether I liked my job. When
I finished answering, we sat facing one another in silence. Finally I said, "Now that we"re
finished with your lists, do you have questions of your own about science?"
     After a long pause, a boy raised his hand, "Have you ever seen a grasshopper (蚱蜢)
eat? When I try eating leaves like that, I get a stomachache. Why?"
     This began a set of questions that lasted nearly two hours.
     Secondly, give them time to think. Studies over the past 30 years have shown that, after
asking a question, adults typically wait only one second or less for an answer, no time for a
child to think. When adults increase their "wait time" to three seconds or more, children give
more logical(符合逻辑) , complete and creative answers.
     Thirdly, watch your language. Once you have a child involved in a science discussion,
don"t jump in with "That"s right" or "Very good". These words work well when it comes to
encouraging good behavior. But in talking about science, quick praise can signal that discussion
is over. Instead, keep things going by saying "That"s interesting" or "I"d never thought of it that
way before", or coming up with more questions or ideas.
     Never push a child to "Think". It doesn"t make sense, children are always thinking, without
your telling them t9. What"s more, this can turn a conversation into a performance. The child
will try to find the answer you want, in as few words as possible, so that he will be a smaller
target for your disagreement.
     Lastly, show; don"t tell. Real-life impressions of nature are far more impressive than any
lesson children can learn from a book or a television program. Let children look at their fingertips
through a magnifying glass (放大镜), and they" II understand why you want them to wash before
dinner. Rather than saying that water evaporates (蒸发) , set a pot of water to boil and let them
watch the water level drop.

1. According to the passage, children are natural scientists, and to raise their interest, the most important
thing for adults to do is ______.A. to let them see the world around
B. to share the children"s curiosity
C. to explain difficult phrases about science
D. to supply the children with lab equipment2. In the last sentence of the first paragraph, the word "lists" could best be replaced by ______A. any questions
B. any problems
C. questions from textbooks
D. any number of questions3. According to the passage, children can answer questions in a more logical, complete and creative way
if adults ______.A. ask them to answer quickly
B. wait for one or two seconds after a question
C. tell them to answer the next day
D. wait at least for three seconds after a question4. The author mentions all of the following techniques for adults to share with their children"s curiosity
except that adults should ______.A. tell their children stories instead of reciting facts
B. offer their children chances to see things for themselves
C. be patient enough when their children answer questions
D. encourage their children to ask questions of their own

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阅读理解     My name is Lanier Lobdell, and I am a 55 - year - old woman with rheumatoid arthritis (风湿性
关节炎), or RA. RA is a disease that mostly affects the joints, but it can also affect internal organs. I
have had RA for almost21 years, and it definitely has changed my life, however, I try not to live my life
like I have a disease.
     For me, attitude is everything. I always try to find humor in the situation or try to ignore it, but that
does not always work. These days I can hardly walk due to my ankles, yet I still try and do the things I
always did. I love riding my motorcycle, and I try to take long trips every year.
      This year I got involved with some folks who make the biologic medicine I am on, to create the
Going the Extra Mile Tour to raise awareness about RA. The tour will take me across the country and
back on my motorcycle, making stops along the way to meet with local Arthritis Foundation (AF)
chapters and people who are affected by all forms of arthritis including RA.
     I want to encourage people not to let RA stop them from living their lives the best they can. There
are so many new medicines coming out these days, and they can really help. People have to be their
own supporters and get informed -- knowledge is power. Talk to your doctor and focus on what you
can do--not what you can"t. Rest when your body is telling you to and push and keep going when you
can. Learn to listen to your body- that"s how I deal with having RA.1. Lanier Lobdell is a woman ______.A. who got RA at the age of 32
B. who suffers from a blood disease
C. who has retired from work for 21 years
D. who"d like to share her experience with RA2. Lanier Lobdell took part in the Going the Extra Mile Tour ______.A. to call for attention to RA patients
B. to compete for a medal in the tour
C. to show her love for motor riding
D. to share interest with some talks3. In the last paragraph, the author wants to tell us ______.A. how she manages to be positive
B. how she helps other RA patients to be positive
C. why being positive can help RA patients
D. how RA patients manages to be positive4. It can be inferred that Lanier Lobdell is ______.A. easy - going
B. happy-go-lucky
C. strong - minded
D. well - informed

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阅读理解     Good relationships are definitely good sources of happiness in life. We all want happy relationships
but if we do not keep that relationship alive, it can also be one of the most distraught things in life. There
may be no hard and fast rules in making good relationships, as each of us has different preferences and
points of view as to what is a great relationship. The following are some major key players in making
relationships work.
     It is often said that building good relationships is all about communication. Good communication
indeed governs a good relationship -- knowing the right thing to say, when to say it, how to say it, and
accepting that some things that are better left unsaid. I personally think communication must be
broadened because relationships involve more decisions to make. From study to work, from money to
entertainment and even in things about yourself or about your friend that you do not know, communication
is essential in these aspects of the relationships.
     Of course, being with someone is not saying that you totally agree with him all the time. You and your
friend come from different family backgrounds, raised in different environments so there may be
disagreements here and there. However, it is important in making relationships work to express
disagreements without pushing the relationship to end. Again, good communication and learning to
compromise (妥协) at times are essential.
     As the relationship lasts longer, you may also discover things about you and your friend that you may
not have known before. Therefore, supporting each other on both your "hidden selves" can also make a
good relationship.
     Love is an important aspect of building relationships and for me, I always believe that love needs
open communication, respect, support and understanding each other in making relationships work.1. The underlined word "distraught" in Paragraph 1 probably means ______.A. helpless
B. surprising
C. funny
D. upsetting2. To communicate well with people, you should know that ______.A. supporting each other in anything helps build a good relationship
B. a white lie is necessary sometimes
C. compromises are essential at any time
D. your friends need to have the same backgrounds with you3. According to the text, which of the following are important for a good relationship?
    a. communication   b. support    c. love      d. hidden selvesA. a-b-d
B. a-c-d
C. b-c-d
D. a-b-c4. What would be the best title for the text?A. The Importance to Express Disagreements
B. Keys to Making Relationships Work
C. Different Opinions on Good Relationships
D. Forbidden Rules in Building Good Relationships

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阅读理解     When you see geese flying along in V formation, you might consider what science has discovered
as to why they fly that way.
     As each bird flaps wings, it creates an uplift for the bird immediately following. By flying in V
formation, the whole flock at least 71 per cent greater flying range than if each bird flew on its own.
Individuals who share a common direction and sense of community can get where they are going more
quickly and easily because they are travelling on the pushing force of one another.
     When a god se falls out of formation, it suddenly feels the drag and resistance of trying to go it alone,
and quickly gets back into formation to take advantage of the lifting power of the bird in front. If we
have as much sense as a goose, we will stay in formation with those people who are headed the same
way we are.
     When the head goose gets tired, it moves back in the formation and another goose flies point. It is
sensible to take turns doing demanding jobs, whether with people or with geese flying south.
     Geese honk from behind to encourage those up front to keep up their speed. What messages do
we give when we honk from behind?
     Finally -and this is important -when a goose gets sick or is wounded by gunshot, and falls out of
formation, two other geese fall out with that goose and follow it down to lend help and protection.
They stay with the fallen goose until it is able to fly or until it dies, and only then do they launch out on
their own, or with another formation, to catch up with their group.
     If we have the sense of a goose, we will stand by each other like that.1. By flying in "V" formation, a goose can ______.A. learn who leads the group
B. see the direction ahead clearly
C. fly at a higher speed and reach a further place
D. greatly reduce the risk of being hit by gunshots2. What does the underlined word "honk" mean?A. To fly.
B. To move.
C. To cry.
D. To fight.3. Which of the following is NOT suggested in the text?A. We should be united as one to achieve a common goal.
B. We should work together with those who share our dream.
C. We should take our share of responsibility in a huge task.
D. We should encourage those falling behind to keep on trying.4. What"s the main purpose of the text?A. To encourage us to learn from geese.
B. To announce some new findings about geese.
C. To prove the similarities between humans and geese.
D. To persuade us to find more about life of geese.

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阅读理解     Diverse Directions produces self-guided France cycling tours for today"s independent travellers.
Our tour packages provide complete ease of planning, freedom in the choice of hotels. Our self2guided
France cycling tours provide you with an excellent service.
     Advantages of Self-Guided Cycling
    France is rich in historical, cultural, and natural sights that attract many travellers. A self-guided
France cycling tour from Diverse Directions provides the best choice to appreciate the best of
France -one kilometer, one person, one moment at a time.
     What Are Included in France Cycling Tour
     Our tours feature unusual routes, wine tasting, outstanding scenery, and amazing sights such as
ancient castles, and prehistoric cave paintings, etc. Each Diverse Directions" self-guided France
cycling tour package includes bike rental, luggage transfer, hotel bookings, easy-to-use route
instructions and sight information.
     France Tour Plan
      Diverse Directions offers cyclists two touring choices: Circuit Tours and Hub & Spoke Tours.
Tour routes of Circuit Tours are for those who wish to cycle to a different place daily( with the
exception of rest days) . For travellers preferring to limit the time of changing hotels, our Hub & Spoke
Tours include one or two base locations from which you make various cycling trips to and back again.
      Which Route to Choose
     Visit our "Which Route to Choose" page to match your interests with the characteristics of each tour
route. If you want to review the detailed tour routes and photo albums of the tours that attract your
interests or if you still have questions, send our Tour Director an e-mail explaining what you" re looking
for in a tour and he"ll suggest the route that" g right for you.1. We can learn from the text that self-guided cycling tours from Diverse Directions ______.A. are more popular among the French nowadays
B. attract people"s attention from all over the world
C. will make travellers better enjoy the scenery in France
D. still need improving to meet more customers" needs2. Which of the following service items is included in the France cycling tour?A. Repairing bikes for travellers
B. Designing ready-to-use routes
C. Providing free and comfortable hotels
D. Sending guides to go with travellers3. Compared with Circuit Tours, Hub & Spoke Tours ______.A. are more difficult for beginners
B. cost less and can save more time
C. can reduce travellers" trouble of changing hotels
D. can satisfy those who want to have adventures4. The text is most probably taken from.A. a webpage
B. a news report
C. a travel diary
D. a notice

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