2020届二轮复习专题阅读理解训练题（24）

2020届二轮复习专题阅读理解训练题（24）

阅读理解训练（24）‎ Passage 1‎ Take Action for a Better World : Volunteers Needed Six months’ preparation in Denmark: Africa studies, team work combined with social work with risk group teenagers.‎ Six months’ community work in Malawi in People to People Projects: Child Aid,HIV/AIDS Figure and Teacher Training.‎ Qualifications(条件):18 years, hard—working and social engagement.‎ Please contact us by email: takeaction@betterworld.com Part-time Work with Exchange Students YOUTH International is a non—profit high school foreign exchange student organization. We welcome teenagers from over 80 countries worldwide and provide host families. The Community Representative is a part—time position designed for people with a strong desire to do something rewarding in the community and earn some extra money.‎ Applicants (申请人)best suited for this work should enjoy teenagers, have a strong interest in cross—cultural communication , and feel comfortable network. Full training and support will be provided through branch offices throughout the U.S. Positions available in most states.‎ If interested, please email:staff@youth.org or call 888-123-9872.‎ International Summer Job Hi , I’m an ESL student in China . I’m 20,quite and polite, and I speak reasonable English. I am looking for a summer job in an English—speaking country. I can teach Chinese or do house and garden work, and cook Chinese dishes. Can anybody offer me a job? I don’t need to earn much, just enough in 2 months (July-August) to pay for my return ticket to China. My goal is to improve my English and see a bit more of the world.‎ My email is : ram3462@hotmail.com Call for Native speakers of English ‎ I an looking for native speakers of English to join in an experiment. This experiment is carried out over the Internet, you don’t need any specific knowledge other than understanding and speaking English at a native level. The first task will take you around 15 minutes. After this task, you can decide whether you want to continue the experiment. The tasks involve reading texts and designing questions and answers.‎ ‎ If you are willing to help me, then please email me:club3864@hotmail.com ‎1.Who is suitable to work as a Community Representative in YOUTH International?‎ ‎ A．One who enjoys working with teenagers from different countries.‎ ‎ B．One who hopes to take action in fighting against diseases.‎ ‎ C．One who has a strong desire to improve his or her English.‎ ‎ D．One who wants to earn some pocket money in the program.‎ ‎2．Where will Jack, a volunteer, receive the training before he is sent to work in Malawi?‎ ‎ A．In some local offices in the U.S. B．In an ESL organization in China. ‎ ‎ C．In a preparation program in Denmark. D．In an exchange student center in Africa.‎ ‎3．If Mrs. Black in the U.S.‎ hopes to learn some Chinese at home, she may contact .‎ ‎ A．takeaction@ betterworld.com B．ram3462@ hotmall.com ‎ C．club3864@ hotmail.com D．staff@ youth.org ‎4．What are volunteers for an experiment over the Internet supposed to do?‎ A．To interview people online. B．To do some housework.‎ C．To offer advice on Child Aid. D．To provide language exercises.‎ 答案 ACBD Passage 2‎ Cafe Hub Next to the Castle lies The Hub, home of the Edinburgh International Festival and one of the most talked about spots in town. Our cafe in open every day for mouth-watering lunches, snacks and fine dining. Come in and enjoy the atmosphere of The Hub or watch the world go by from our beautiful terrace.‎ The Hub Casfleill. Royal Mile, Edinburgh. Open every day from 9:‎30 a. m. till late. Tel: 0131 473 2067 www. Thehub-edinburgh.com Farm World Enjoy being “A Farmer for a Day”. Join in delivering and feeding our spring babies-bottle feeding sessions twice daily. Fun for all family. Horse Rides, BMX Bikes Cross Country Course, Tractor through 600 acres, New Adventure Playground. Nature Trails. Full details on website. Open: May-Oct Wednesdays to Saturdays and daily during school holidays ‎11 a. m.-p. m. Tel:01797 260256/260321 www. Farmworld-rye. Co. uk Enter the Europe-wide student competition!‎ Are you curious, creative and energetic? Are you interested in the new media? Are you between 12 and 19 years of age? Then Join Multimedia 2006 is for you! Your challenge will be to build a team and develop a multimedia presentation in English-based on one of three different topics. You can register(报名)between May I and June 15, 2006 and will have to turn in your entry before September 15.2006. The rewards are wonderful& ‎150,000 in prize for schools and the chance to-attend a European student camp---plus new experiences, an opportunity to make friends throughout Europe! For further information and registration forms go to; www. Siemens. Com join. Multimedia. ‎ ‎5.You’ll have to register first if you want________.‎ A. to enjoy delicious food ‎ B. to try Tractor Ride through 600 acres C. to enter the Europe-wide student competition ‎ D. to watch the world go by from the beautiful terrace ‎6.Aceording to the passage, there will be ______ rewards for the Europe-wide student competition. A. only one B. two C. three D. four ‎7.You can visit Farm World________. A. on Monday in May B. any day in October C. at 2 p. m. at Christmas D. at 10:‎30 a. m. during school holidays ‎8. From the advertisements above, we can learn that_______. A. Cafe Hub is a popular place in the local area B. families can enjoy Horse Rides on New Adventure Playground C. Farm World provides lunches, snacks and fine dining. D. the Europe-wide student competition will be held on June 15.2006‎ 答案 CBCA Passage 3‎ Answering the Community Needs of Our City ‎ The Silver City Council recognizes that citizens have certain needs. To better meet your needs, we have made several changes to community facilities in 2004. This chart shows how we have tried to make your life better.‎ ‎☆Transport ‎ ·Three stations for the suburbs have been added to the western train service.‎ ‎ ·20 new buses for the southern line were purchased in January.‎ ‎ ·50 per cent of city bus-stops have been upgraded.‎ ‎·Buses to the eastern suburbs will run every 15 minutes.‎ ‎☆Communication ‎·Broadband cable is now available to all parts of the city.‎ ‎·All of the new Government buildings are ' smart'-wired for better computer ‎ service!‎ ‎☆Medical Facilities ‎·The new state-of-the-art Nightingale Hospital was opened in June.‎ ‎·To overcome a shortage of trained medical staff at Dover Hospital, 10 doctors ‎ have been employed from overseas.‎ ‎·Some facilities at Station Street Hospital have been upgraded.‎ ‎☆Education ‎·Textbooks will be free to all primary students in 2004 !‎ ‎ ·Rental for private schools has been reduced.‎ ‎·Teachers report that the 'no hat - no play' rule has been successful.‎ ‎☆Protection and Security ‎ ·Extra police now patrol (巡逻) the tourist areas.‎ ‎·50 new police officers graduated in July and have taken up duties in the city area.‎ ‎☆Entertainment / Recreation ‎·The John Street basketball courts have been re-surfaced !‎ ‎·The new Central Community Building opened in May.‎ ‎·5,000 new fiction books were bought for the Silver City Library.‎ ‎9. The public notice is from _______.‎ ‎ A. the community B. the local government ‎ C. the citizens D. a travel agency ‎10. The notice is mainly about _______.‎ ‎ A. the work carried out by the people of Silver City ‎ B. the facilities available in Silver City ‎ C. some improvements in Silver City ‎ D. information for interested tourists ‎11. All the following are true EXCEPT that _______.‎ ‎ A. both residents and tourists can enjoy more security now ‎ B. Station Street Hospital had out-dated facilities before 2004‎ ‎ C. primary students had to pay for their textbooks in 2003‎ ‎ D. Dover Hospital is still short of trained medical staff ‎12. Which of the following changes would tourists to Silver City be most happy with?‎ ‎ A. Travel books are provided in the new library.‎ ‎ B. Traveling by train is more convenient in Silver City.‎ ‎ C. Free medical treatment is available at Station Street Hospital.‎ ‎ D. There are more police officers on duty now.‎ 答案 BCDD Passage 4‎ Join the thousands of professionals and international travelers who depend on Chanps- Elysees Schau ins Land, Puerta del Sol, and Acquerello italiano to help them stay in touch with the languages and cultures they love. Designed to help you greatly improve your listening, vocabulary, and cultural IQ, these unique European audio-magazines (有声杂志) are guaranteed (保证) to give you enthusiasm and determination to study the language - or your money back ‎ Each audio-magazine consists of an hour-long programme on CD or DVD. You'll hear interviews with well-known Europeans, passages covering current events and issues as well as feature stories on the culture you love. A small book. which goes with CD or DVD, contains a complete set of printed materials, notes (background notes included) averaging 600 words and expression translated into English. The result you build fluency month in and month out.‎ ‎ To help you integrate language study into your busy life, we've made each audio- magazine convenient. Work on language fluency while driving to work, exercising, or cooking--- anytime and anywhere you want ‎ Best of alt each programme is put together by professional broadcasters journalists, and editors who have a strong interest in European languages and cultures. That enthusiasm comes through in every edition. From New York to London to Singapore? the users tell us no company produces a better product for language learners at all levels Ring for more information, or order at WWW. audiomagazine. com. We guarantee that you have nothing to lose if it's not for you; let us know within 6 weeks and we will completely reimburse you.‎ ‎13. The audio-magazines in the passage are_____________.‎ ‎ A. published in European languages ‎ B. read on the computer screen ‎ C. designed in the form of small-sized books ‎ D. broadcast on television and the radio ‎14. The audio-magazines are mainly for_________.‎ ‎ A. European journalists B. professional travelers ‎ C. language learners D. magazine collectors ‎15. What is mentioned as a feature of the audio-magazines?‎ ‎ A. They are translated into English. B. They are convenient for the users.‎ ‎ C. They are very easy to read D. They are cheap and popular.‎ ‎16. What does the underlined part "reimburse you" probably mean?‎ ‎ A. Return the money you paid. B. Change the product you bought.‎ ‎ C. Offer you a free repair. D. Guarantee you the quality.‎ 答案 ACBA Passage 5‎ A NATIONWIDE BESTSELLER It’s likely that everything you learned about. America’s ancient history is wrong.‎ The new book,1491,completely changes our understanding of the Amerieas before the arrival of Columbus in 1492.‎ DID YOU KNOW?‎ When Columbus landed there were probably more people in the Americas than there were in Europe.‎ The peoples of North America had such healthy life-styles that as late as the 19th century they continued to be the tallest people on earth.‎ Facts have shown that the Amenicas were populated as long as 33,000 years ago.‎ ‎4,000 years ago Mesoamerican famers developed com in a feat (技艺) of genetie engineering that still isn’t completely understood.‎ COMMENTS ON 1491‎ ‎“In the tradition of Jared Diamond & John MePhee,a totally new view of precolunhian America”.‎ ‎－Richard Rhodes ‎“Attrnctively written and really absorbing Charles C.Mann has produced a book that’s part detective story,part cpie(史诗)　and part tragedy(不幸).He has taken on a vast topic:thousands of years,two huge continents,and cultures.”‎ ‎－Charles Matthews,San Jese Mercary News ‎“Powerful and challenging”‎ ‎－Alan Taylor,Washingto post ‎“A pleasure to read as well as a wonderful education”‎ ‎－Howard Zinn ‎17.On the whole,1491 is a book mainly about America’s________.‎ A.life-styles B.population C.history D.agrieulture ‎18.Which of the following as NOT TRUE about the comments on the book 1491?‎ A. It is interesting and instructive.‎ B. It is attractive and culturally related.‎ C. It is challenging and revolutionary.‎ D. It is hurnorous and persuasive.‎ ‎19.From this passage,we can learn_________.‎ A.people settled in the Amencas a little carlier than 1942‎ B.North Americans were the tallest in the 18th cenntry in the world C.Mesoamencan farmers knew genclic engineering 5,000 years ago D.the population in the Americas was smaller than that in Europe in 1492‎ 答案 CDB ‎ Passage 6‎ Welcome to Ontario Parks, a new body set up to manage Ontario’s most treasured special places, the parks in our area.     We are entering a very exciting year for Ontario Parks. Last season we asked some 15,000 visitors in 45 parks how we could improve our programs and services. We also looked at the thousands of comment cards we received. As a result, new comfort stations have been added, the number of campsites has been increased, and we’ve made other fzcility（设施） improvements. In addition, we’ll be providing more educational programs. This year, for example, more than 40 parks will offer special day and evening activities to excite your curiosity about nature and history.     Through the Internet, you’ll be happy to know that you can now explore all 270 parks on line. Let your family plan your park vacation, study a map of canoe routes, listen to the call of a loon or find up-to-date information about programs, services and facilities.‎ ‎  So come and discover what Ontario Parks has to offer. Our parks are places to go with families and friends, for relaxation and fun, or simply to get away from it all. They are places ‎ where we can enrich our souls and “recharge our internal（内部的） batteries”. They provide chances to explore nature, see wildlife, swim, canoe, camp, hike, picnic, ride a bike… You’ll enjoy some of the best outdoor experiences available anywhere in the world. ‎ We urge you to make 2006 the year that you come out and have an Ontario Parks experience!‎ ‎20.The writer’s purpose in writing the text is to     . ‎ A. tell more people the improvements in Ontario Parks B. attract more people to explore the parks on line C. praise the beauty of nature in Ontario Parks D. have more people visit the parks 21.The facility improvements of Ontario Parks include       .‎ A. new programs and services B. new comfort stations and campsites C. comfort stations and special activities D. new campsites and educational programs ‎22.From paragraph 4, we know that Ontario Parks offers visitors       .‎ A. the world’s new sports and games B. the most exciting adventures in the world C. many choices to relax and refresh themselves D. chances to experience all the outdoor activities ‎23.According to the text, we can safely say that       .‎ A. some visitors suggested more campsites B. about 15,000 people visited 45 parks last season C. many more people will visit Ontario Parks in 2006‎ D. the manager of Ontario Parks worries they will have fewer visitors 答案 DBCA Passage 7‎ Have you ever dreamed of having a fashionable watch of great value?‎ A small watchmaker in Switzerland in 1922 designed the first automatic（自动的）watch to show the day, month, and date, Only seven of these splendid watches were ever made and these watches were almost lost to history. Today, it is so hard to get an original（首批的）watch that some watch historians are even willing to offer $ 200,000 for one.‎ These watches attracted a lot of people for their splendid color, fashionable style, and new uses in the 1920s. The owners of the watches were admired and set apart from the crowd. Because the number of the original watches is very limited, owning such a watch will make you feel very special.‎ Today, you are offered the same kind of watch with improvement. It has a 24-jewel mechanical（机械的）movement, the kind desired by  watch collectors, The watchmaker has made the movement of the watch much more modern with an automatic rotor（上弦装置）so that ‎ the watch never needs to be wound by hand. The watch comes in a very beautiful case with a crocodile design on it. To get a watch in such a perfect design to know history and to wear such a watch will show your personal taste and social position.‎ You can get the watch either in person or by mail all an affordable price. You will also receive good service from the watch seller. If you are not satisfied with the watch after you get it, you may simply return it within 30 days. Don’t miss the chance to realize your dream.‎ ‎24. The original automatic watches are valuable because _______.‎ A. the watches were made many years ago B. the watches were made by a Swiss watchmaker C. only rich people can afford the watches D. only a few watches of the kind were made ‎25. Watch collectors want to get the improved watch, especially for its_______.‎ A. mechanical movement                   B. splendid color C. fashionable style                             D. new uses ‎26. The purpose of the passage is to encourage the readers to_______.‎ A. buy the watch                               B. return the watch C. wear the watch                              D. receive the service ‎27. The passage is probably taken from a _______.‎ A. report                           B. magazine C. text book                     D. science book 答案 DAAB Passage 8‎ Welcome to Adventureland! Everyone loves Adventureland! The Parks and Exhibitions were built for you to explore(探索), enjoy, and admire their wonders. Every visit will be an unforgettable experience. You will go away enriched, longing to come back. What are you going to do this time? The Travel Pavilion Explore places you have never been to before, and experience different ways of life. Visit the Amazon jungle(丛林)village, the Turkish market, the Tai floating market, the Berber mountain house and others. Talk to the people there who will tell you about their lives, and things they make. You can try making a carpet, making nets, fishing… The Future Tower This exhibition shows how progress will touch our lives. It allows us to look into the future and explore the cities of the next century and the way we’ll be living then. Spend some time in our space station and climb into our simulator(模拟装置)for the Journey to Mars! The Nature Park This is not really one park but several. ‎ ‎ In the Safari Park you can drive among African animals in one of our Range Cruisers: see lions, giraffes, elephants in the wild. Move on to the Ocean Park to watch the dolphins and whales. And then there is still the Aviary to see… The Pyramid This is the center of Adventureland. Run out of film, need some postcards and stamps? For all these things and many more, visit our underground shopping center. Come here for information and ideas too. 28. The Travel Pavilion is built to help visitors _______. A. realize the importance of travelling B. become familiar with mountain countries C. learn how to make things such as fishing nets D. learn something about different places in the world 29. If you are interested in knowing about what people’s life will be, you may visit _______. A. the Travel Pavilion    B. the Future Tower C. the Safari Park   D. the Pyrmid 30. If you want to get a toy lion to take home, where will you most likely go? A. The Pyramid.    B. The Nature Park. C. The Future Tower.   D. The Travel Parvilion. 答案 DBA Passage 9‎ Reading is very important to help you learn English. To learn as much as you can from reading, you need to read different kinds of English. This book provides not only different kinds of English but also a good way to check your reading ability.‎ There are four parts in the book:‎ Part 1 is Messages: In this part somebody wants to wad information in writing to somebody else. There is a test on timetables and a test on text messages.‎ Part 2 is People: In this part all the tests are about people. For example, there is an informal letter between friends. There is formal ( 正式的) English in biography ( 传记). There is a job application as a model to help with your writing, as well as testing your reading.‎ Part 3 is Places: In this part, too many different kinds of English are shown, some informal and some formal. There is the informal English of a holiday postcard. There is also the formal English in a letter of complaint.‎ Part 4 is Things: You will find some descriptive writing in this part. There are descriptions of clothes and of a computer.‎ You can do these tests in any order you like, or you can do alt the tests with a formal or informal text. I enjoyed writing this book and I hope you enjoy using it,‎ ‎31. We can find the introduction to a product in ______,‎ A. Part 1 B. Part 2 ‎ C. Part 3 D.Part 4‎ ‎32. Which of the following is most probably written in informal English? ‎ A. A letter of complaint. B. A computer handbook. ‎ C. A letter to a friend. D. A story of a president.‎ ‎33. The passage 13 moot probably written for _____. ‎ A. test designers B. students C. test-takers D. teachers ‎34. What is the best title of the book? ‎ A. Test Your Reading ‎ B. Help with Your Writing ‎ C. Learn Different Kinds a/English ‎ D. Practise English in Different Ways 答案 DCBA Passage 10‎ Use your American Express Card to enjoy one-day privileges at four of America’s greatest museums. SNote the participating museums, and their exciting special exhibitions that you will not want to miss, listed below. Boston Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Chairs February 11-May 8, 2005 Italian furniture expert Fausto Calderai and Indian photographer Dayanita Singh present an exhibition of chairs from the museum’s collection and “chair photographs” from around the world presented in a Venetian-style hall housing world-famous masterpieces. For more information: www. gardnermuseum. org New York The Noguchi Museum Noguchi and Graham December 1, 2004—May 1, 2005 Noguchi’s long-term collaboration with dancer Martha Graham is regarded by many as a high point in the history of both modern dance and art. The exhibition highlights nine of the sets created through this collaboration. For more information: www. noguchi. org Philadelphia Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts In full View: American Painting(1720—2005) January 11—April 10, 2005 Founded in 1805, the Pennsylvania Academy has been home to America’s artists for 200 years. ‎ The Academy collects and exhibits the works of famous American artists, and is well-known for training fine artists. 2005 at the Academy begins with the largest exhibition of Academy’s distinguished American collection in the institution’s history. For more information: www. pafa. org Seattle Seattle Museum of Glass Murano: Glass from the Olnick Spanu Collection Through November 7, 2004 This exhibition includes over 200 pieces of beautiful glass from Murano, the island of glassblowers near Venice, Italy. Watch live glass-blowing shows in the How Shop and see other modern glass exhibitions. For more information: www. museumofglass. Org ‎35. Which of the following websites offers information about the furniture show?‎ A. www. pafa. org ‎ B. www. Museumofglass. org C. www. noguchi. org                       ‎ D. www. Gardnermuseum. Org ‎36. We learn from the text that Martha Graham is _______ A. a dancer            B. a glassblower     C. a painter            D. a photographer ‎37. If you want to know the history of American painting, you may visit ______ A. the Noguchi Museum B. Seattle Museum of Glass C. Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum D. Pennsylvania Academy of the fine Arts 答案 DAD Passage 11‎ Hi, everybody !‎ Welcome to our newly-opened Richards Cinema Bookstore!‎ Now let me introduce to you some of the new film books in our store.‎ Are you Chinese film fans? OK, here comes the latest 25 New Takes about Chinese films. It is a collection of 25 fresh readings of different Chinese films from the 1930s to the present. In recent years, Chinese films are very popular in the States, such as Crouching Tiger and Hidden Dragon, Hero, and Flowers of Shanghai.‎ ‎ Do you like French films? Well, here is The French Cinema Book. It covers French films from the 1890s to the beginning of the 21st century. It is written for all lovers of French cinema: students and teachers, specialists and fans, and so on.‎ ‎ Maybe you are Indian film fans and star-chasers. Then here is Encyclopedia ( 百科全书 ) of Indian Cinema. The book is a complete introduction to all the best Indian films. It also offers a ‎ full list of names of the famous and successful film stars in the past ten years. You know, the Indian film industry is the largest in the world after our Hollywood.‎ ‎ If you like British films, we have The British Cinema Book. It is a good review of British cinema. This book contains a good many nice pictures.‎ In our bookstore, you can also find books about Mexican, Japanese, Australian, German and Italian films..‎ Well, please help yourselves to some coffee or tea, and have a good time here!‎ ‎38. The speaker of the passage is most probably _______.‎ A. the author of 25 New Takes B. a tourist in the cinema bookstore C. the manager of the cinema bookstore D. a reader of Encyclopedia of Indian Cinema ‎39. How many Asian countries does the speaker refer to when he talks about the film books?‎ A. Two. B. Three. C. Four. D. Nine.‎ ‎40. Which of the following statements is NOT mentioned in the passage？‎ A. Indian cinema is second only to Hollywood.‎ B. The British Cinema Book includes a complete list of names of stars.‎ C. Crouching Tiger and Hidden Dragon is well received in the States.‎ D. The French Cinema Book covers over a century's French films.‎ ‎41. The purpose of the speaker is_______.‎ A. to satisfy the customers' various tastes B. to keep the authors in the cinema bookstore C. to offer the tourists chances to meet the film stars D. to mm the readers into film producers 答案 CBBA Passage 12‎ Eight Days from just ￡299‎ Departs May—October 2005‎ Includes:‎ ‎●Return flights from 8 UK airports to Naples ‎●Return airport to hotel transport ‎●Seven nights’ accommodation at the 3☆ Hotel Nice ‎●The services of guides ‎●Government taxes ‎ ‎ Join us for a wonderful holiday in one of Europe’s most wonderful corners .Long a favourite with holidaymakers—indeed the ancient Romans called the area “happy land” –this simply attractive coastline of colourful towns, splendid views and the warm Mediterranean Sea is a perfect choice for a truly memorable holiday!‎ ‎ Choose between the peaceful traditional village of Sant’ Agata ,set on a hillside six miles from Sorrento ,or the more lively and well –known international resort （旅游胜地）town of Sorrento ,with wonderful views over the Bay of Naples.‎ ‎ Breathtaking scenery and famous sights everywhere .From the legendary Isle of Capri to the haunting ruins of Pompeii ,and from the unforgettable “Amalfi Drive” to the delightful resorts of Positano ,Sorrento and Ravello ,the area is a feast for the eyes! Should you choose to join us ,we know that you will not be disappointed!‎ ‎ With a choice of hotels ,and optional excursions （可选择的旅游线路）including Capri ,Pompeii and the “Amalfi Drive” ,this is a truly unmissable holiday.‎ ‎·Price based on two tourists sharing a twin / double room at the Hotel Nice.‎ Like to know more? Then telephone Newmarket Air Holidays Ltd on: 0845-226-7766 (All calls charged at local rates).‎ ‎42．All the following are included in the price of ￡ 299 EXCEPT __________.‎ ‎ A．transport between the airport and the hotel ‎ B．telephone calls made by tourists ‎ C．the services of guides to tourists ‎ D．double rooms for every two tourists ‎43．What is the purpose of the passage?‎ ‎ A．To invite people to take a breath in the Bay of Naples.‎ ‎ B．To advise people to telephone Newmarket Air Holidays Ltd.‎ ‎ C．To persuade people to tour in the area of the Mediterranean Sea.‎ ‎ D．To attract people to go to Sant’ Agata or Sorrento for sightseeing.‎ ‎44．The underlined part “the area is a feast for the eyes” in the passage means __________.‎ ‎ A．the area is pleasing to the eye B．the area is really unforgettable ‎ C．the area catches the tourists’ eye D．the area is crowded with tourists ‎45．After reading the ad, one will probably join in the tour because _________.‎ ‎ A．the sights are attractive and the tour starts in May or October ‎ B．the price is low for those intending to stay at the 3☆ Hotel Nice ‎ C．the price offered is reasonable and the sights are beautiful ‎ D．good services are offered to those intending to stay in double rooms 答案 BDAC Passage 13‎ Here’s How to Get Your 6 Movies for 1￠Each ‎         Just Write in the Numbers of the 6 movies you want for 1￠each, plus shipping. In exchange（交换）,you agree to buy just six more movies in the next three years, at our regular Club prices (which currently start as low as $19.95 plus shipping) — and you may cancel（取消）membership at any time after doing so. What’s more, you can ‎ get two more movies for the low price of $6.95 each and you will, after that, spend much less on the movies you want. ‎ ‎        Free Video Magazine sent every four weeks (up to 13 times a year), with our Director’s Selection —plus many lower-priced cassettes, down to $14.95. And you may receive Special Selection mailings up to four times a year (a total of up to 17 buying opportunities per year). ‎ ‎         Buy Only What You Want! If you want the Director’s Selection, do nothing — it will be sent automatically（自动的）. If you prefer some other selection, or none at all, just mail the answer card always provided by the date specified. And you’ll always have 14 days to decide. ‎ ‎         Instant Bonus Plan. As soon as you become a member, you’ll immediately have the right to our money-saving plan! It enables you to enjoy more great savings on the movies you want — right from the start of your membership! ‎ ‎         10-Day Risk-Free Trial. If not satisfied, return everything within 10 days, and then you’ll get your money back and there will be no further obligation. ‎ ‎46．How can you get 6 movies for 1 ￠ each? ‎ ‎        A．Buy six more movies at the Club prices in the next 3 years. ‎ ‎         B．Buy two more movies at the low price of $6.95 later. ‎ ‎         C．Buy six more movies at the price of $19.95 all the time. ‎ ‎         D．Buy many more movies at lower prices anytime. ‎ ‎47．You may receive a free Video Magazine _________ a year. ‎ ‎        A．13 times             B．12 times               C．4 times                D．17 times ‎ ‎48．You can have _______ besides a free Video Magazine every four weeks. ‎ ‎        A．Special Selection and Director’s Selection ‎ ‎         B．lower-priced cassettes and movies ‎ ‎         C．lower-priced cassettes and Special Selection ‎ ‎         D．Director’s Selection and a number of lower-priced cassettes ‎ ‎49．We can learn from the passage that the members of the Club ________. ‎ ‎        A．cannot cancel their membership anytime ‎ ‎         B．can return everything 10 days later, if not satisfied ‎ ‎         C．can always buy what they want at the lowest price. ‎ ‎         D．can enjoy more savings from the very beginning ‎ 答案 AADD Passage 14‎ Y OUR KIDS ARE AMAZING－especially compared with everybody else’s (who seem to cry all the time). How do you show your love for your kids this holiday season? With toys that are smooth and colorful, interactive and exciting. And with ones that have educational value－because you are the boss. ‎ ‎1. FLAX ART HOSPITAL PUZZLE AND PLAY SET Here is a toy that doesn’t need power－and the kids have to put it together themselves. This 50-piece puzzle set is made of soft-edged hardwood and makes a complete hospital, with an X-ray room. It also includes eight patients, a car and a driver. $ 135; flaxart. com.‎ ‎2. TINY LOVE ACTIVITY BALL Sure, it’s cool, but this colorful baby toy also develops problem solving and motor skills. It has a head and legs, a magnetic(磁性的) hand and a tail. Suitable for little ones from 6 to 36 months. $ 19.95; tinylove.com.‎ ‎3. ROBOSAPIEN This small, remote-control robot is really powerful. It performs 67 preprogrammed functions(功能), including throwing, kicking, picking up and dancing. You can even program your own function-which, sadly, does not include doing windows. $ 99; robosapienonline. com.‎ ‎4. MINI PEDAL CAR Want a Mini Cooper but can’t fit the family inside? Get one for the kids. They can jump into this Mini car, which comes in hot orange with a single adjustable(可调的) seat, and ride away. But it could spoil them for that used car they’ll be driving when they turn 16. For ages 3 to 5. $ 189; mininss. com (click on “gear up,” then “Mini motoring gear”).‎ ‎50．Which toy is said to have the special design for children’s safety?‎ ‎ A．ROBOSAPIEN ‎ B．MINI PEDAL CAR ‎ C．FLAX ART HOSPITAL PUZZLE AND PLAY SET ‎ D．TINY LOVE ACTIVITY BALL ‎51．Which toys are fit for three-year-old kids?‎ ‎ A．1 am 3. B．2 and 4. C．1 and 2. D．3 and 4.‎ ‎52．Educational value is mentioned in all the toys EXCEPT _________.‎ ‎ A．FLAX ART HOSPITAL PUZZLE AND PLAY SET ‎ B．TINY LOVE ACTIVITY BALL ‎ C．ROBOSAPIEN ‎ D．MINI PEDAL CAR ‎53．This passage is written for __________.‎ ‎ A．parents B．children C．the writer D．the boss 答案 CBDA Passage 15‎ If you want to be a success, study at the University of Waikato is right for you. The university is internationally recognised for its excellence and achievements. It will help you develop advanced research skills. As a university student you can get first-class researeh facilities (设施) with trained teachers to help, support and advise you in your study. We pride ourselves on our high standards, our research success and our international recognition. For further information: inf@waikato.ac.nz. ‎ Degree ‎ We offer a wide choice of bachelor’s degrees (学位) for international students, which includes: Arts, Communication Studies, Social Sciences, etc. Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Education are only for New Zealand citizens, for further information: deg@waikato.ac.nz. ‎ Tuition Fees(学费)‎ Tuition fees are different from department to department, generally from $5,000 to $‎6,000 a year. For further information: tui@waikato.ac.nz. ‎ Accommodation(住宿)‎ You can have a room in a 4-bedroom flat, which will cost about $‎100 a month with other regular living costs of about $‎150 a month for one person. For further information: acc@waikato. ac.nz Health The Student Health Service provides excellent medical services for students. The Medical Centre is open five days a week, including student holidays with four doctors and nurses to meet your medical needs. For further information: heal@waikato.ac.nz. ‎ Sports The Centre is a great place to have sports activities. Trained exercise teachers can help you work out a training plan and keep you active. The sports hall has volleyball, basketball and indoor football courts and a swimming pool as well. There are also a large number of sports clubs at Waikato. For further information: sport@ waikato.ac.nz ‎54. If you want to get more information about arts, you can write to ______.‎ A. sport@waikato.ac.nz B. heal@waikato.ac.nz C. deg@waikato.ac.nz D. inf@waikato.ac.nz ‎55. You have to pay at least ______ a year if you study at the University of Waikato.‎ A. $5,250 B. $‎8,000 C. $9,000 D. $11,000‎ ‎56. According to the text, what will you do if you .are ill during Christmas holidays?‎ A. Go to a hospital nearby. B. Buy some medicine in a drug store.‎ C. See a doctor at the school medical centre. D. Try to get help from your classmates. 答案 CBC