A few years ago my sister moved from her home in Alabama to Buffalo, New York. Since moving to Buffalo she’s become a big hockey fan and has encouraged me to start watching it. Unfortunately it’s very difficult to find hockey on television here in Alabama. Since hockey games don’t air very much on television I’ve had to look for different ways to watch hockey games.
I often see websites that claim if you go to their website you can watch television on your computer. I try out many of these websites hoping that one of the television stations is a northern station that airs hockey games. Unfortunately, most of them don’t work. Either the site doesn’t really give you what they advertise or their video player doesn’t work properly. But finally I’ve found one website that actually works.
Free Tube is a site that you can go to and watch Television online for free. You don’t have to download any kind of special software or pay money or even sign up for anything. All you have to do is go to Free Tube, choose your channel and start watching.
The different channels to choose from are separated into different categories like news, business, entertainment, music and sports. You’re not going to find channels like NBC or ABC so you can watch the latest episode of Heroes or Grey’s Anatomy but it does include some popular channels like Cartoon Network and ESPN.
There is also a movie section. Each movie channel airs different sorts of films like adventure, classics, comedy or horror and that channel will always air that kind of movies. The movie section also includes my favorite station called Maxx Trailers (预告片). Maxx Trailers airs nothing but movies trailers 24 hours a day. Some of the trailers are for movies coming out and some are for movies that have already been released but already released movies don’t go back farther than a couple of months.
So far I haven’t had any problems with Free Tube’s video player either. Whenever I choose a channel, the video almost always works and usually loads every quickly. The only problem I have with Free Tube is that there is currently a glitch if you’re using Firefox. Once you choose a channel you can’t select another channel to change to, your web browser will freeze up. So if you’re using Firefox, the only way to switch channels is to leave the site and re-enter the site, when choosing what channel you want to go to. However, Free Tube is aware of this glitch and is working with Mozilla to get it fixed right away.
If you’re missing some show everyone is talking about like Grey’s Anatomy or Heroes, this isn’t really a solution for that. But Free Tube is a good way to find channels that you weren’t aware of; there are several good stations to be found. The author mainly ________ in this passage.
| A．tells us his experience in using the Web |
| B．introduces Free Tube to the readers |
| C．shows us the disadvantages of Free Tube |
| D．shows us how to enjoy films online |
The author got interested in watching hockey games ________
| A．because he is a sports fan |
| B．due to his sister’s influence |
| C．since everyone enjoys the games |
| D．because he has nothing to do all day long |
From the passage we can learn that ______________
| A．the author is also very fond of movies |
| B．Maxx Trailers airs to-be-released movies |
| C．ABC is a very famous TV station in America |
| D．Firefox is the only software used to watch films online |
The underlined word “glitch” probably means _________
| A．cover | B．change | C．note | D．fault |
The 115-year-old famous Oxford Dictionary will now include popular new Chinese terms like “shanzhai” “youtiao” and “fangnu”, as part of the modern Chinese language.
As China plays a more and more important role in the world economy, the Chinese language is forever developing, attracting more attention from people who want to understand this ancient yet powerful language．
For instance, the word “shanzhai” is used to describe the countless knockoffs（名牌仿制品）.Another new term in the new edition is the word “fangnu”, a term used to describe the phenomenon in large cities where well-educated youth complain of a miserable existence due to the heavy burden of a home mortgage(按揭贷款).All these new or often fashionable terms can be found in the new Oxford English –Chinese, Chinese-English dictionary. that was unveiled(公布于众的)in the recently concluded Beijing International Book Fair last week．
This dictionary is the largest single volume English-Chinese, Chinese-English dictionary and contains 670,000 words and phrases after five years of preparation. Sixty editors from the Oxford University Press and its partner in China—the Foreign Language Teaching and Research Press worked together on the project. According to Julie Kleeman, the dictionary’s chief editor, most of the firm’s editors were Chinese, while about one fourth were native-English speakers．
“We don’t want to make it florid（绚丽的）, we want it to be modern and conversational. Many of the words in the present dictionary are no longer in use.” said Kleeman. “The need for studying Chinese by foreigners today is totally different from decades ago. Precise, native and practical—that is our main advantage,” she said. She added the dictionary also has a sidebar section that explains words which contain too much cultural information, like “hutong”, a traditional architecture style of Beijing. Another would be “youtian” the popular Chinese breakfast choice usually eaten with soybean milk.
Kleeman said in the future newer updated versions will be only available online as language often changes too quickly for book versions to keep up with. The online version will also offer a Chinese pronunciation guide．
The online version, allowing access via different platforms from the PC to the iPhones, will be ready “as soon as possible”, Kleeman said.Why will Oxford Dictionary include popular new Chinese terms?
| A．To attract those who want to get a better understanding of Chinese. |
| B．To develop the international working language, English. |
| C．To keep up with the development of the world economy. |
| D．To interest people and sell at a higher price. |
We can use the following words to describe this new dictionary EXCEPT__________.
| A．accurate | B．flowery |
| C．practical | D．native |
The newer updated versions will be only available online because______.
| A．book versions are too expensive to buy |
| B．book versions can’t offer a Chinese pronunciation guide |
| C．they can keep up with the quickly changing language |
| D．they will allow access in different languages |
What can we learn from the text?
| A．Oxford Dictionary has a history of more than 100 decades. |
| B．the word “shanzhai” can be only found in online versions. |
| C．Most of the dictionary’s editors are native English speakers. |
| D．Oxford Dictionary will be modern, practical and multifunctional |
It pays to be smart. We are not all smart in the same way. Youmaybe a talented musician, but you might not be a good reader . Each of us is different .
Psychologists have two different views on intelligence .Others believe there are many different intelligence .Some psychologists say there is one type of intelligence that can be measured with IQ tests .These psychologistssupport their view with research that concludes that people who dowell on one kind of test for mental ability do well on other tests .They do well on tests using words , numbers or pictures. They do well on individual orgroup tests , and written or oral tests .Those who do poorly on one test , do the same on all tests .
Studies of the brain show that there is a biological basis for general intelligence . The brain waves of people with higher intelligence show a quicker reaction .Some researchers conclude that differences in intelligence resultfrom differences in the speed and effectiveness of information processing by the brain .
Howard Gardner , a psychologist at the Harvard School of Education , has four children .He believes that all children are different and shouldn’t be tested by one intelligence test .Although Gardner believes general intelligence exists , he doesn’t think it tells much about the talents of a person outside of formal schooling .He think that the human mind has different intelligences .These intelligences allow us to solve the kinds ofproblems we are presented with in life .Each of us has different abilities within these intelligences .Gardner believes that the purpose of school should be to encourage development of all of our intelligences .What does the text mainly talk about?
| A．How to understand intelligence . |
| B．How to become intelligent . |
| C．The importance of intelligence tests . |
| D．The causes of different intelligences. |
Which of the following statements is TRUE concerning general intelligence ?
| A．Intelligent people do not do wellongrouptests . |
| B．Most intelligent people do well on the intelligence tests . |
| C．Intelligent people do better on written tests than on oral tests . |
| D．People doing well on one type of intelligence test do well on other tests . |
Gardnerbelieves that ________ .
| A．all children are alike . |
| B．children should take one intelligence test . |
| C．there is no general intelligence . |
| D．children have different intelligences . |
According toGardner, schools should ________ .
| A．test students’IQs once at least. |
| B．promote development of all intelligences . |
| C．train students who do poorly on tests . |
| D．focus on finding themostintelligent students |
Who needs guard dogs when you have wolves , right? That’s probably what Kazakh villagers in the Almaty region though when they decided to replace their dogs with the fierce forest dwelling beasts. According to local news reports, taming(驯化的) wolves is now the latest trend and a sort of hobby among rural Kazakhs.
Nurseit Zhylkyshybay, a farmer from the south-eastern Almaty region, told reporters that he purchased a wolf cub from hunters three years ago, and the animal is now perfectly tamed.
Kurtka, Nurseit’s pet wolf, lives in the family’s yard and takes long walks through the village with his master. “He’s never muzzled,” Nurseit insisted. “I rarely put him on a chain and do take him for regular walks around the village. Our family and neighbors aren’t scared of him at all.”
But wolf expert Almas Zhaparov said that the animals are ‘far too dangerous’ to keep at home. “A wolf is like a ticking bomb, it can go off at any moment,” he warned. “If nothing is done, the fashion could spread to the wealthy Kazakhs, who might try to keep wolves in the grounds of their houses, with possibly deadly consequences.” Social media users also expressed worry about the trend, accusing the government for failing to limit the practice.
Nevertheless, the wolves don’t seem to be posing an immediate threat. If visuals from news reports are anything to go by, the beasts look pretty happy with their new lifestyle, and appear quite fond of their new masters, not unlike dogs.The writer uses the example of Kurtka to show that____________.
| A．wolves can be tamed. |
| B．wolves are like ticking bombs |
| C．wolves like living with humans |
| D．keeping wolves at home is easy |
The underlined word “muzzled” in Para 3 means___________.
| A．puzzled | B．beaten |
| C．got his mouth covered | D．got changed |
According to Almas Zhaparov, keeping wolves at home is___________.
| A．a fashion | B．a disaster |
| C．a necessity | D．a hone |
What can we learn from the text?
| A．Wolves are easy to get tamed. |
| B．A pet wolf can become aggressive at any moment. |
| C．The government will prevent people taming wolves as pets. |
| D．Wolves are as loyal to their masters as dogs are. |
A program in our college helps you work part-time to ease your pressure from costs. If you need more money to cover all of your education-related costs, this program may be fit for you.
Advantages
Work experience: Last year, more than 1,400 positions were available across all departments. The jobs wary from one department to the next, and in most cases, participants find a position in their chosen field.
Money: During the regular academic year(September to April), you can work party-time and earn $3,200---sometimes more---while you take courses! During the summer time, you work full-time and can earn around $6,000 over 18 weeks.
Easy access: Applying for the program is easy. There is no need for face-to-face interview. All the forms you need are online; just fill in the forms and email us; we accept no letter or phone application!
Did you know?
At the University of Ottawa, it is not necessary to receive government assistance to qualify for our Work-Study Program. You simply need to demonstrate(证明)financial need.
You could have one of these great Work-Study jobs:
·Student ambassador
·Computing and network technician
·Marketing assistant
·Sports team manager
·Researcher/translator/Writer
And more!
The admission Section receives and evaluates applications to undergraduate programs, in addition to answering applicants’ questions.
Phone: 613-562-5315 Toll-free: 1-877-868-8292(#5315) What will you benefit from the program if accepted?
| A．You can make $ 3,200 in the academic year at least. |
| B．You will get $ 6,000 scholarship a year. |
| C．You can take courses free of charge. |
| D．You may get more academic scores. |
What are you required to do to apply for the program?
| A．Get some working experience. |
| B．Take a face-to face interview |
| C．Phone the Admission Section telling your needs. |
| D．Complete your application forms and email them. |
To be admitted to the program, you need to___________.
| A．get some government assistance. |
| B．show your financial need. |
| C．perform well in your studies. |
| D．posses computing techniques |
The most common problem that worries all of us today is the fear of insecurity. Life has become so competitive that every now and then we are struck (遭遇) by the fear of the unknown. With every new turn of events our self-confidence takes a blow. The biggest challenge before every person today is not to lose confidence in one’s ability.
There are several reasons that affect a person’s self-confidence. The most important reason is lack of success. Not being able to succeed affects one’s self-confidence greatly. This is when one begins to doubt his own ability. In many cases one’s self-confidence is low when he feels rejected by society. For example, a person who loses his job gives a wide berth to other people for fear of being questioned about his work. However, this isn’t right at all. One needs to think along positive lines in spite of failures. After all it is your life and you have every right to live your life as you wish.
The challenge lies in not allowing your self-confidence to decrease. It is very important to believe in yourself. Self belief is the secret to success. When success doesn’t come to you, you should not allow your self-belief to be affected. Always keep in mind that success is sure to come in time. So, there is nothing wrong with your ability. Whenever lack of success causes you to doubt your ability, don’t forget to remind yourself that quick success does not last long. Also remember not to compare yourself to others. These tips will do a world of good to your confidence.
In order to be self-confident, you need to have a lifestyle that is right for you. Create one and live a life as you want to. Leave others to themselves.According to the text, what causes people to fear the unknown?
| A．The low abilities. |
| B．The lack of security. |
| C．The loss of self-confidence. |
| D．The severe competition in life. |
What does the underlined phrase “gives a wide berth to” in Paragraph 2 mean?
| A．Introduces something to. |
| B．Holds a birthday party for. |
| C．Makes friends with. |
| D．Keeps away from. |
What is the function of the first paragraph ?
| A．To explain the meaning of self-confidence. |
| B．To explain why self-confidence is important. |
| C．To show the main topic – to be self-confident. |
| D．To show the reasons that affect one’s self-confidence. |
In the author’s opinion, it’s important that one _____.
| A．should not forget his failures |
| B．should follow others’ advice |
| C．should not lose heart |
| D．should believe life |