Can you imagine traveling to work in a one – man submarine? Some scientists believe that some day one – man submarines will be as many as automobiles are today．A famous French driver says, “One day soon, men will walk on the ocean floor as they do on the street!” Perhaps during your lifetime people will travel, and live in the sea．
If human beings want to live in the ocean, many human problems will need to be studied first.
Some of these problems, similar to those of living in outer space, are pressure, lack of oxygen and weightlessness. Many questions are still unanswered．For example, can our blood make itself fit for underwater surroundings? What will happen to our muscle if we live in the water very long? Scientists are looking for answers．
Perhaps in the future man will live in the sea, away from the crowded and noisy cities on land．Then sea has plenty of space, not only for floating living buildings and parks, but also for storing supplies and for underwater travel．
Some scientists believe that ocean living will benefit man in more than physical ways. In the freedom and beauty of the deep sea, man may find new sources of joy．What can we do if we live in the ocean? ( )
| A．We can have plenty of oxygen． |
| B．We can be fit to live in the water very well． |
| C．We needn’t worry about things like weightlessness． |
| D．We can travel and work in the sea． |
Why do some people hope to leave cities to live in the sea? Because_____． ( )
| A．people think they can live crowdedly in the sea |
| B．people wish to go the quiet seafloor to travel for several days |
| C．people want to break away from the crowded and noisy cities where they live now |
| D．only in this way can people get rid of noise pollution |
In what ways could ocean living be helpful for man? ( )
| A．People can swim freely as much as possible． |
| B．People can be interested in the new pleasure there isn’t anywhere else． |
| C．The sea can supply people with enough foods and other things, so people needn’t work． |
| D．People can go boating and go to the park as often as possible． |
Which of the following is the similar problem as that of living in outer space? ( )
| A．We are short of oxygen． |
| B．We are not familiar with the underwater surrounding． |
| C．We may die of weightlessness． |
| D．We can finds new joys． |
Which of the following statements is true according to the passage? ( )
| A．The scientists have not solved the problem of weightlessness underwater． |
| B．The scientists have solved the problem of weightlessness when man live in space． |
| C．Some scientists believe that ocean living will benefit man in no more than physical ways． |
| D．Sea has plenty of space only for floating living buildings and parks． |
D
The United States is one of the richest countries in the world. Most people live in urban areas, and the large stretch of land left unused is full of scenic beauty. On the one hand it is proud of its urban areas, and on the other hand, it has the rich wealth of forests, mountains, plains and much more.
On the east coast of the country there are cities like New York, the leading city in business. Washington, D.C. is the capital of the country, where you will get an opportunity to see the White House. The city will simply impress you, with many museums showing the culture, lifestyle, art and architecture of the country. Another place worth visiting is Miami, one of the most popular international tourist destinations. It is also well known for its Latin culture, wonderful urban nightlife and beaches.
Moving to the west coast, you will come across the most amazing places in which to relax. Los Angeles is the place where you can see life in all its many forms; this city is world-famous for its Hollywood film industry. It also has beaches that can offer breathtaking surfing experiences.
Moving on to the Pacific Coast Highway, we get to see the beauty of San Francisco. Clean beaches and mountains topped (盖住) by clouds are worth seeing. Travelers can enjoy day trips to beaches, deserts and wine-producing regions. Chicago lies on the shore of the Great Lakes and is believed to be the fastest growing city in the world, with its high standard of living and rich lifestyles. The city is a center for many theaters and is world-famous for its strong tradition of music jazz and the blues.
53. According to the first paragraph, we know that ______.
A. most American people live in the countryside
B. a lot of land has not been used in the US
C. the US has the largest forest in the world
D. the US has a larger area of urban land than wild land
54. Which city in the US is famous for its Latin culture?
A. New York. B. San Francisco.
C. Los Angeles. D. Miami.
55. Which of the following is TRUE?
A. The article refers to four cities on the east coast.
B. You can go to Los Angeles to experience surfing.
C. You cannot enjoy the blues in Chicago.
D. San Francisco is a center for many theaters.
56. What is the text mainly about?
A. One of the reasons why the US is rich.
B. The customs and culture of the US.
C. A brief introduction to some American cities.
D. The beautiful landscapes of the US.
C
I chose to study in Madrid because I had a desire to learn Spanish. My first impressions of Madrid were incredible. It was before the New Year that I arrived in Madrid for the first time. While traveling to my Spanish friend’s house in a taxi, I appreciated the buildings along the road which were different from those of my own country.
There are an incredible number of restaurants and bars from all over the world. If you are really into sightseeing, I hope you have rechargeable batteries for your digital camera, because one week really isn’t enough time to see everything here including a number of art, science, and historical museums as well as parks, buildings, and amazing landscapes.
What I liked best about life in Madrid was the fact that if you were frustrated with schoolwork and wanted to have some fun, you can easily go out. The nightlife never seems to stop and the people are all very friendly. You can meet people and practice Spanish while having fun at the same time.
What I liked least was the fact that many people smoked in the streets. Also, coming from the US, I was used to having a big breakfast every morning, but while living with an actual Spanish family, I wasn’t really satisfied with the food in the morning.
I think I have definitely become more independent since I came back from Spain. Living in a big city like Madrid I found that it is necessary to plan ahead and to make a schedule (时间表) for future. There is so much to see, not just in the Spanish World, but in the European World as well.
49. What’s the purpose of the text?
A. To attract people to tour around Madrid.
B. To show how to enjoy Spanish culture.
C. To give advice on how to study Spanish.
D. To describe the author’s life in Madrid.
50. The author went to Madrid to _________________.
A. visit his friend B. go on a sightseeing tour
C. study Spanish D. complete his trip around Europe
51. Why did the author suggest taking rechargeable batteries?
A. It’s difficult to deal with the used batteries.
B. It’s not convenient to recharge batteries.
C. There are few stores that sell ordinary batteries.
D. You will find lots of places worth taking pictures of.
52. Which of the following in Madrid didn’t please the author?
A. Parks and buildings. B. Restaurants and bars.
C. Nightlife. D. Breakfast.
B
Weather is the subject matter of Westerners whenever they met. Housewives, businessmen, factory workers as well as farmers all talk about the weather. It’s everyday news, whether or not conditions change. Many newspapers carry a regular front page news story in addition to the full reports on as inside-page provided by the weather service. Here are several different types of weather reports taken from the western papers:
No. 1 Regional Forecast
| New Jersey Today: Considerably cloudy with showers likely. High: 75-79. Southwesterly winds at 15-20m.p.h.. Precipitation(降水) probability 70 percent. Tonight: Warm and cloudy, rain likely. Low: 55-63. Southwesterly winds at 15 to 20m.p.h.. Tomorrow: Showers and thunderstorms likely. High: 75-79. Wind S to SW at 15 to 20m.p.h. |
No. 2 Three-day Forecast
| Westchester, Rockland Friday: Mostly fine to partly cloudy. Saturday: Cloudy with some showers. Sunday: Mostly fine. Temperature: Daytime highs will average in the upper 60’s to 70’s while overnight lows will average in the low to 50’s throughout the period. |
No. 3 Weather Stories
| Bitter cold, intensified(加剧) by high winds, gripped(控制) the Upper Midwest today, sheets of ice and snow left by the winter’s first major storm on highways throughout the area. At least six deaths were blamed on the storm. Hundreds of schools closed throughout the Upper Midwest yesterday and thousands of travelers waited out the weather at roadside shelters(避难处). Temperatures dropped well below zero early today from the Northern Plains through the Western Great Lakes under clearing skies. A 25-below-zero reading was forecast. Nearly a foot of snow fell on northern sections of Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan. And hardest hit were Duluth, Minn. and Superior, Wis., where 12 inches were recorded. Winds went up to 50 miles an hour. |
45. In a street corner of London, two strangers may begin their talk with “_____”.
A. Hi, how are you? B. What are you doing here? Waiting for someone?
C. A nice day, isn’t it? D. Didn’t you listen to the weather report last night?
46. The noon temperature of _____ is nearly 70’s at the weekend.
A. Western Great Lakes B. Duluth, Minn
C. Westchester, Rockland D. New Jersey
47. It seems that _____ has plenty of rain at the present season.
A. Western Great Lakes B. Wisconsin C. Westchester Rockland D. New Jersey
48. Which of the following is most probable according to No.3?
A. The traffic was terribly affected.
B. The Five Great Lakes were covered by heavy snow.
C. The temperatures might drop to 50℃.
D. Many schools were damaged in the snowstorm.
第四节：阅读理解（共20小题，每小题2分，满分40分）
A
It was the perfect weather for leaf watching, and my housemate Julie and I meant to spend the weekend with our friends in the north Georgia mountains. "Don’t you want to come along? "Julie asked her 15-year-old son, Mark. "Enjoy the leaves by yourselves,” he told her. "I’ll be fine staying home by myself. "Julie and I drove there in my car after work on Friday. On Saturday morning we hiked along the mountainside and enjoyed the beautiful colors. All of a sudden, I had a terrible feeling. "Go home," a voice seemed to urge me. I couldn’t explain it, but I didn’t want to be here any more. I just wanted to go home. "Carol, calm down. You’re being silly, "Julie said. But the urge just got stronger. "I’ve got to leave," I said. "If you want to stay, you can get a ride back with everyone else tomorrow. "Julie stood up. "No, I’ll go with you, "she said. We almost didn’t talk during the two-hour trip back. I felt very guilty. Finally, we pulled in. The lights were on in the house, but something was strange. The windows seemed to be fogged up. Julie opened the door and smoke poured out. "Mark!" she shouted. "Mark!" We rushed inside and found him asleep on the sofa. Shaking him awake, Julie grabbed him. I grabbed the source of the smoke —a pillow too close to the fireplace. I then took it outside and threw water on it. Mark had built a fire to keep warm, and some embers (灰烬) had flown out. The whole house could have gone up if we hadn’t gotten there just then!
41. What do we know from the text?
A. Leaf watching was Mark’s hobby. B. Mark stayed home with his friends.
C. Carol went to work on Friday. D. Mark was Carol’s cousin.
42. The underlined phrase "pulled in" in the last paragraph probably means "_______".
A. started the car B. arrived home and stopped the car
C. moved away from the station D. came home late
43. While driving home Carol ________.
A. was very terrified B. drove at a great speed
C. knew she had made a mistake D. hardly said anything
44. Why did Carol want to go home?
A. She didn’t enjoy the leaves. B. She received her son’s telephone call.
C. She felt something urged her to go home. D. She followed Julie’s advice.
D
| ENTRY-EXIT INSPECTION AND QUARANTINE THE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA HEALTH AND QUARANTINE DECLARATION FORM ON ENTRY Name: Shirley_Booth Sex: Male √ Female Birth Date: 1959_yy_02_mm Nationality（Region）: American Time of Arrival: 17:20_hh_ Place of arrival: Shenzhen From（Country/Region）: USA Passport No．: CA5728019 Vehicle/ Ship/Flight No．: Flight_UA_3625 Seat No．: 16E Destination: Changsha,_Hunan 1．Please list the countries and cities（towns） that you have visited in the past 4 weeks: New_York,_Paris,_Tokyo_and_Hong_Kong 2．The contact address and telephone number in the next 14 days: Changsha_Friendship_Hotel 3．Please mark “√” before the items of following symptoms or illness if you have any now． Fever Cough Other disease Shortness of breath Difficulty breathing 4．Have you had close contact with any probable or suspected H1N1 case in the past 14 days? Yes √ No 5．Please mark “√”before the items of following articles if you bring any of them． Animal Animal products Plant Plant products √ Biological products Waste and used clothing Soil I hereby declare that all the information given above is true and correct． Date: April_16,_2009 Signature: Shirley_Booth Note: 1． For the health of all, please give true and correct information; 2． You will be sued according to related laws if you give the false information; 3． No entry shall be allowed without the declaration; 4． Body temperature: 37°C |
68．When does one need to fill in this form?
A．Permissions for a foreigner to take the Chinese nationality．
B．Entry to China from other countries or regions．
C．Exit to other countries or regions from China．
D．Anyone planning to take animals to China from other countries or regions．
69．The underlined word “sued” can be taken the place of by _____．
A．charged B．sentenced C．prevented D．analyzed
70．Which of the following statements is false according to the form?
A．It was not by ship that Shirley Booth came to China．
B．Shirley Booth went to at least three continents during March16-April 16, 2009．
C．Shirley Booth brought some biological products with her．
D．From the form we know Shirley Booth was not in good health．