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The breaking news of Mo Yan's Nobel Prize in Literature on Thursday evening soon aroused public curiosity of the 57yearold Chinese writer: Why was it him that was favored by the Swedish Academy?
Born in 1955 into a rural family,Mo dropped out of school and became a farmer when he was a teenager.He joined the military and devoted himself to writing after the Cultural Revolution (1966-1976).
Less than half an hour after the announcement,Mo's works turned to soldout status at China's major online book sellers.One lucky buyer wrote in an online comment: “Rushed to purchase,but to my shame,I have not read any of his novels.”
Although Mo was entitled one of the top domestic literature awards before the Nobel Prize,he is not the most popular novelist in China,in either the book market or in reputation.
Mo's novel “Big Breasts & Wide Hips,” translated by Howard Goldblatt,tells a story of a mother who struggled and suffered hardship and intertwined fates with Chinese people in the 20th century.His more recent work “Frog” more directly criticized China's onechild family policy,which helped control the country's population explosion but also brought tragedies to rural residents in the past 60 years.
“I think the reason why I could win the prize is because my works present lives with unique Chinese characteristics,and they also tell stories from a viewpoint of common human beings,which is above differences of nations and races,” Mo said on Thursday evening to Chinese journalists.Mo also said many folk arts originated from his hometown,such as clay sculpture,paper cuts,traditional new yearpaintings,have inspired and influenced his novels.
With more Chinese writers like Mo,the world could learn a more real China.Perhaps,this is another reason for the Swedish Academy's choice.
What can we conclude from the second paragraph?

A.Mo's life experiences. B.Mo's family life.
C.Mo devoted himself to writing. D.Mo had a gift for writing.

What can we infer from the passage?

A.Mo didn't got any national awards before he won the Nobel Prize.
B.Mo was the top novelist in China before he won the Nobel Prize.
C.Mo's novels have attracted many people to read.
D.Mo's novels are all based on his daily life.

Which of the following have no effect on Mo's novels according to the passage?

A.Clay sculpture. B.Paper cuts.
C.Folk arts. D.Beijing opera.

According to the passage,we know that________.

A.Big Breasts & Wide Hips' leading role is one happy mother
B.Big Breasts & Wide Hips criticized China's onechild family policy
C.Frog came out earlier than Big Breasts & Wide Hips
D.Frog shows benefit as well as shortcoming of one China's policy
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第二部分:阅读理解。共六篇,30题,60分。
For a while, my neighborhood was taken ever by an army of joggers(慢跑者). They were there all the time: early morning, noon, and evening. There were little old ladies in gray sweats, young couples in Adidas shoes, middle-aged men with red faces. “Come on!” My friend Alex encouraged me to join him as he jogged by my house every evening. “You’ll feel great.”
Well, I had nothing against feeling great and if Alex could jog every day, anyone could. So I took up jogging seriously and gave it a good two months of my life, and not a day more. Based on my experience, jogging is the most overvalued form of exercise around, and judging from the number of the people who left our neighborhood jogging army. I’m not alone in my opinion.
First of all, jogging is very hard on the body. Your legs and feet take a real pounding(重击)ruining down a road for two or three miles. I developed foot, leg, and back problems. Then I read about a
nationally famous jogger who died of a heart attack while jogging, and I had something else to worry about. Jogging doesn’t kill hundreds of people, but if you have any physical weaknesses, jogging will surely bring them out, as they did with me.
Secondly, I got no enjoyment out of jogging. Putting one foot in front of the other for forty-five minutes isn’t my idea of fun. Jogging is also a lonely pastime. Some joggers say, “I love being out there with just my thoughts. “Well, my thoughts began to bore me, and most of them were on how much my legs hurt.
And how could I enjoy something that brought me pain? And that wasn’t just the first week: it was practically every day for two months. I never got past the pain level, and pain isn’t fun. What a cruel way to do it! So many other exercises, including walking, lead to almost the same results painlessly, so why jog?
I don’t jog any more, and I don’t think I ever will. I’m walking two miles three times a week at a fast pace, and that feels good. I bicycle to work when the weather is good. I’m getting exercise, and I’m enjoying it at the same time. I could never say the same for jogging, and I’ve found a lot of better ways to stay in shape.
1. From the first paragraph, we learn that in the writer’s neighborhood ______.
A. jogging became very popular
B. people jogged only during the daytime
C. Alex organized an army of joggers
D. jogging provided a chance to get together
2. The underlined word “them”(Paragraph 3) most probably refers to _____.
A. heart attacks B. Back problems C. famous joggers D. physical weaknesses
3. What was the writer’s attitude towards jogging in the beginning?
A. He felt it was worth a try. B. He was very fond of it.
C. He was strongly against it. D. He thought it must be painful.
4. Why did the writer give up jogging two months later?
A. He disliked doing exercise outside.
B. He found it neither healthy nor interesting.
C. He was afraid of having a heart attack.
D. He was worried about being left alone.
5. From the writer’s experience, we can conclude that______.
A. not everyone enjoys jogging
B. he is the only person who hates jogging
C. nothing other than jogging can help people keep fit
D. jogging makes people feel greater than any other sport.

If you’re a male and you’re reading this, congratulations! You’re a survivor. According to statistics,you’re more than twice as likely to die of skin cancer than a woman,and nine times more likely to die of AIDS.
  There're many reasons for this--typically,men take more risks than women and are more likely to drink and smoke but perhaps more importantly, men don’t go to the doctor.
  “Men aren't seeing doctors as often as they should,” says Dr. Gullotta. This is particularly so for the over-40s, when diseases strike. According to a recent survey, 95%of women aged between 15 and early 40s see a doctor once a year, compared to 70%of men in the same age group.
  “A lot of men think they’re unbeatable,”Gullotta says. “They only come in when a friend drops dead on the golf course and they think, if it could happen to him …”
  Then there’s the ostrich(鸵鸟)approach. “Some men are scared of what might be there and would rather not know,” says Dr. Ross Cartmill.
  “Most men get their cars serviced more regularly than they service their bodies,” Cartmill says. He believes most diseases that commonly affect men could be found by preventive examinations.
  “Prevention is cheaper in the long run than having to treat the diseases. Besides, the final cost is far greater,it’s called death.”
1. Why does the author congratulate male readers at the beginning of the passage?
  A. They can live longer than they expected.
  B. They are leading a long and happy life.
  C. They have lived long enough to read this article.
  D. They are unlikely to survive serious diseases now.
2. Which of the author’s statements is the most important reason that men are more likely to die of some diseases than women according to the passage?
  A. Men drink and smoke much more than women.
  B. Men don’t seek medical care as often as women.
  C. Men are more likely to suffer from deadly diseases.
  D. Men aren’t as cautious as women in face of danger.
3.Which of the following best completes the underlined sentence “if it could happen to him…” (in Para 4) ?
  A. it could happen to me,too.
  B. it would be a big misfortune.
  C.I should avoid playing golf.
  D.I should consider myself lucky.
4.What does Dr.Ross Cartmill mean by mentioning “the ostrich approach”(in Para 5)?
  A.A casual(随意的) attitude towards one’s health conditions.
  B. A new treatment for certain diseases.
  C. Refusal to get medical treatment for fear of the pain.
  D. Unwillingness to find out about one’s disease because of fear.

A murder will occur this weekend in the peaceful seaside town of Langley, Washington. In fact, a murder has occurred there every February for the past 25 years. But don’t panic! It’s all part of the town’s yearly Mystery Weekend.
What began as a local event in 1984 now attracts visitors from over the U.S. and even abroad. Would-be detectives(侦探)arrive on Saturday. There, they receive a packet, including a newspaper with details about the crime and information telling where to find clues(线索). Visitors then travel to various shops, restaurants and other places, searching for clues as they go. Along the way, they meet and interview suspects (疑犯) played by local people. The visitors need turn in their guesses on Sunday at 4:00 p.m.. Then as everyone gathers, the murderer is found, and prizes are awarded for correct answers.
For visitors, Mystery Weekend is not only fun but also a great introduction to the charms of Langley. It’s a very attractive place with historic buildings, exciting ocean views and above all, friendly people. Since Langley is on an island, a fun way to get there is by taking a ship to the nearby town of Clinton and then driving the rest of the way. Langley has a delightful selection of hotels with bed and breakfasts that are open all year round. And activities in Langley aren’t limited to Mystery Weekend. There is also great hiking, biking, golfing and diving to enjoy. And for a special adventure, visitors can book on one of the whale–watching ships that leave nearby harbors each day.
1. The second paragraph mainly tells us__________.
A. where visitors can pick up the clues
B. what people do during Mystery Weekend
C. when Mystery Weekend came into being
D. how the detectives try to clear up the case
2.According to the passage, visitors in Langley canNot__________.
A. watch whales performing
B. take a ship to Clinton.
C. enjoy a wide variety of activities like dancing and singing
D. stay in hotels opened throughout the year
3.We learn from the text that Mystery Weekend______.
A. is an eventwhich happens once a year.
B. aims to decrease crime rate
C. is intended for detectives
D. offers visitors a chance to make money
4. What would be the best title for the passage
A. Langley B. Mystery Weekend C. Would-be detectives D. A murder

Here is a poster on a middle school web site. Read the web-site poster.
Going, Going, Gone!
The Haynes Middle School Parent-Teacher organization
Invites you to attend our latest fund-raiser,
The Fourth Annual Haynes School Auction(拍卖)!
Saturday, May 10
6:00 p.m.-11: p.m.
in the school hall
6:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m: All items for auction are previewed.
6:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m: Silent auction begins.
7:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m: Highest bidders (出价人)from silent auction are determined.
7:30 p.m.-11:00 p.m: Main auction begins.
Items up for bid in the silent auction range in value from $ 5.00 to $ 30.00.
Items up for bid in the main auction include the following:
Airline tickets to a place of your choice
Weekend getaways at first-class hotels
Season tickets to the Chicago Bears football game
$ 50 gift tickets to local gift shops, restaurants, and salons
Don’t miss the boat! Book your tickets today.
Last year, tickets sold out in five days!
Tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
$ 15.00 per person
All the money from the auction will be given to the Haynes School computer lab.
1. Which of the following is not mentioned as being up for bid at the auction?
A. A movie pass to the local cinema.
B. A weekend stay at a hotel.
C. A ticket to a restaurant.
D. Airline tickets.
2. The more items that are given or bought for auction, __________.
A. the less money that will be charged for the tickets to the auction
B. the more money that can be raised to support the computer lab
C. the faster the ticket will be sold to the auction
D. the higher the value that will be placed on the items in the silent auction
3. Which of the following is most likely to happen at the year’s auction?
A. The airline tickets will receive higher bids than any other item.
B. All items up for bid will be sold for at least twice their value.
C. More money will be raised this year than in any other year before.
D. Tickets for the event will be sold out in less than one week.
4. The phrase “first-come, first-served” tells you that __________.
A. people can buy the tickets on the first day only
B. the person who is first to arrive will receive a ticket at no charge
C. food and drinks will be served at the auction
D. tickets are sold in the order of who arrives first to buy them

Spiritual Intelligence Quotient
Our spiritual intelligence quotient (精神智商),or SQ, helps us understand ourselves, and live a fuller, happier life.
While we are all born with SQ, most of us don’t even realize that we have it. Fortunately, you don’t have to sign up for classes to learn how to improve your SQ. Here are some simple steps that can lead you to a new level of understanding.
Sit Quietly. The process of developing spiritual intelligence begins with solitude (独处) and silence. To tune into your spirit, you have to turn down the volume (强度) in your busy, noisy and complicated life and force yourself to do nothing at all. In the car, instead of reading or doing something else, use the time to think. At work, shut the door to your office between meetings, take a few breaths and let them out very, very slowly. Enjoy the stillness in your home after the kids are finally in bed.
Step Outside. For many people, nature set their spirit free. Go outside to watch a beautiful sunset. If you are walking with your dog, take the time to admire flowers in bloom; follow the flight of birds; watch clouds floating overhead.
Ask Questions of Yourself. Ask open-ended questions, such as “What am I feeling? What are my choices? ”or “Where am I heading? ” But don’t expect an answer to arrive through some supernatural forms or e-mails. “Rarely do I get an immediate answer to my question,” says Reverend Joan Carter. “I never considered a problem from a different perspective (角度) before. ”
Trust Your Spirit. While most of us rely on our gut feeling (直觉)to realize danger, spiritual intelligence pushes us towards some action that will lead to a greater good.
1. The passage is mainly about______ .
A. what your SQ is and in what way it can benefit your life
B. What your SQ is and in what way it can be improved
C. the relationship between your SQ and your life
D. the advantages and disadvantages of SQ.
2. The underlined phrase “tune into your spirit ”in the third paragraph probably means______ .
A. get your spirit relaxed B. keep up your spirit
C. keep seated quietly D. change your spirit
3. The author mentions the example of Reverend Joan Carter to show that______ .
A. there are no immediate answers to your questions
B. e-mails can’t keep working out a problem
C. the more questions you ask, the better answers you will get
D. changing your way of thinking might help you solve a problem
4. From the passage, we can know that the most important thing to improve your SQ is ______.
A. a peaceful mind B. deep thought C. spare time and hobbies D. good spirit

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