One afternoon I toured an art museum while waiting for my husband to finish a business meeting.I was looking forward to a quiet view of the art works.
A young couple viewing the paintings ahead of me chatted nonstop between themselves.I watched them a moment and decided the wife was doing all the talk.I admired the husband’s patience for putting up with her continuous talk.Distracted by their noise,I moved on.
I met with them several times as I moved through the different rooms of art.Each time I heard her constant burst of words,I moved away quickly.
I was standing at the counter of the museum gift shop making a purchase when the couple came near to the exit.Before they left,the man reached into his pocket and pulled out a white object.He extended it into a long stick and then tapped his way into the coatroom to get his wife’s jacket.
“He’s a brave man.”The clerk at the counter said,”Most of us would give up if wewere blinded at such a young age.During his recovery he made a promise that his life wouldn’t change.So ,as before,he and his wife come in whenever there’s a new art show.”
“But what dose he get out of the art?”I asked,“He can’t see.”
“Can’t see?You’re wrong.He sees a lot.More than you or I do.”The clerk said,“His wife describes each painting so he can see it in his head.”
I learned something about patience,courage and love that day.I saw the patience of a young wife describing paintings to a person without sight and the courage of a husband who would not allow blindness to change his life.And I saw the love shared by two people as I watched this couple walk away hand in hand.The young couple were at an art museum ________.
| A.to show their love | B.to appreciate art |
| C.to discuss paintings | D.to describe paintings |
“…I moved away quickly.”in Paragraph 3 shows that the writer ________.
| A.was in the hope of visiting more rooms | B.was in a hurry to buy some gifts |
| C.was tired of the nonstop talking | D.was not interested in the art show |
We can infer from the passage that the husband _________.
| A.was not born blind | B.couldn’t stand his wife |
| C.knew nothing about art | D.completely depended on his wife |
After hearing what the clerk had said about the couple,the writer was ________.
| A.encouraged | B.excited | C.touched | D.annoyed |
The passage is mainly about ___________.
| A.the importance of art | B.good manners in public |
| C.patience of a husband | D.love between a couple |
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41.You can practice swimming for in the Swimming Club.
A.4 weeks
B.6 weeks
C.8 weeks
42.You can join if you're free in the evening.
A.the Swimming Club
B.the soccer Club
C.the Art Club.
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In the School ◆Talk to your children about their day. Ask your children if they see anyone bullied(欺凌), if they are bullied, or if anything else makes them feel uncomfortable. ◆Teach children to resolve problems without fighting. Explain that fighting could lead to them getting hurt, or hurting someone else. ◆Keep an eye on your children's Internet use. Talk to your children about what they do online﹣what sites they visit, who they email, and who they chat with. |
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To and From School ◆Map out with your children a safe way for them to walk to school. ◆Teach children to follow traffic signals and rules when walking or biking. ◆Encourage children to walk to school with friends. ◆Teach children not to talk to strangers, go anywhere with them, or accept gifts from them without your permission. |
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On the bus ◆Have your children arrive at the bus stop at least five minutes before the bus is scheduled to pick them up. ◆Make sure children know to stand on the sidewalk while waiting for the bus. ◆Teach children to make sure they can see the bus driver and the bus driver can see them before crossing in front of the bus. Tell them to never walk behind the bus. ◆Let them know that if they see someone being bullied, or are bullied themselves, they can talk to you, the bus driver, or another trusted adult. |
66. What is the passage about?
67. Can children resolve problems with fighting?
68. What should parents do when children use the Internet?
69. Who can children talk to on the way to school, friends or strangers?
70. Where should children stand while waiting for the bus?
These days, more and more Chinese people enjoy sending and receiving messages on the phone. It can help them to get the latest news and communicate with friends. But I think I should read more books besides the textbooks, the more, the better. It can broaden(拓宽) my mind and improve my language skills. Of course, it also can help me to get good practice and help. You know how to read more and learn more? Here are some tips for you.
◆ Clear your purpose for reading
Before you start reading, ask yourself why you are reading this book. Most people read for two main reasons, pleasure or knowledge. Clearing about your reading purpose can not only help you choose the books you really need to read, but also remind you why reading the book is important to you, so you will keep reading and complete the book faster.
◆ Read only what you are interested in
No matter what you are reading, it is important to enjoy what you read. Your friends may tell you the books they love, but those books might not necessarily be the ones you enjoy.
◆ Give up books that you don't enjoy
You may have chosen books that you are interested in, and they are right to your purpose. But while you are reading them, there may still be some books that you don't enjoy reading. Whenever you realize that you aren't enjoying the book you are reading, give it up. Remember reading shouldn't be a chore.
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It is interesting that I read the books borrowed from libraries faster than those I bought. The reason is the books I bought don't have a due date! I don't need to return those books. Having a reading goal helps you work out how much reading you need to do in a week or even a day. Before you read each book, ask yourself what time you need to complete this book by.
57. The writer might be a .
A. teacher
B. doctor
C. student
58. Why do most people read books according to the passage?
A. To have fun or get lots of knowledge.
B. To open their eyes and develop their language skills.
C. To get the latest news and communicate with friends.
59. What should you do when you find the book you are reading is boring?
A. Keep on reading.
B. Give up the book.
C. Stop to have a break.
60. What is the last tip ( )?
A. Read the books borrowed from libraries
B. Buy books you're interested in
C. Set a reading goal
One morning more than thirty years ago, I entered the Track Kitchen, a restaurant where everyone from the poor to the most powerful came for breakfast. I noticed an empty chair next to an elder, short man, whose hair was disorder. He was wearing an old hat and was alone. I asked if I might join him. He agreed quietly and I sat down to have my breakfast.
We carefully began a conversation and spoke about a lot of things. We never introduced ourselves. I thought that he might have no money and not be able to afford something to eat. So as I rose to go back to the counter and buy a second cup of coffee, I asked, "May I get you something?"
"A coffee would be nice."
Then I bought him a cup of coffee, we talked more, and he accepted another cup of coffee. Finally, I rose to leave, wished him well, and went to the exit. At the door I met one of my friends. He asked, "How did you get to know Mr. Galbreath?"
"Who?"
"The man you were sitting with. He is chairman of the Board of Churchill Downs."
I could hardly believe it. I was talking, buying coffee, offering a free breakfast, and feeling pity for one of the world's richest and most powerful men!
My few minutes with Mr. Galbreath changed my life. Now I try to treat everyone with respect, no matter who I think they are, and to meet another human being with kindness and sincerity.
53. What is the Track Kitchen?
A. A coffee shop.
B. A breakfast restaurant.
C. A hotel.
54. The author bought coffee for the old man because .
A. he thought the old man was poor
B. he wanted to start a conversation
C. he wanted to show his politeness
55. How did the author probably feel after he talked with his friend?
A. Surprised.
B. Bored.
C. Sad.
56. What is the best title for the passage?
A. To See is to Believe
B. Success Doesn't Come Easy
C. Don't Treat a Person by Appearance
More and more Chinese are having English names, but not everyone is good at finding one. Why not offer them some help? An American girl called Lindsay Jernigan is now teaching people how to get better English names.
While working in Shanghai, Lindsay met many Chinese people with strange English names. Some of them chose a lucky number of "Seven," a favorite fruit, "Apple," and a cartoon character, "Snow White." Others had names like "July" and "Rabbit."
After noticing the problem, Lindsay had an idea. She quit her job and set up a website (bestenglishname.com) to help Chinese people get better English names.
The website helps people in two ways. After they take an online survey, people will get five English names based on their personal information, such as age, job and even future plans. This costs 18yuan. People can also meet with Lindsay to talk about their English name. But that costs more.
Now, about 2,000people each day visit the website. Most of them are preparing to study or work abroad. Lindsay is planning to offer them more help, such as helping them write resumes(简历).
49. What does Lindsay think of the name of "Rabbit"?
A. Wonderful.
B. Strange.
C. Creative.
50. The underlined word "quit" means in the passage.
A. continued
B. looked for
C. gave up
51. If you get a name from Lindsay face to face, you should pay her .
A. more than 18yuan
B. less than 18yuan
C. 18yuan
52. Lindsay's website can help Chinese people to .
A. study or work abroad
B. get personal information
C. have good English names