Mr. Robinson never went to see a dentist, because he was afraid(害怕), but then his teeth began aching a lot, and he had to see a dentist. The dentist did a lot of work in his mouth for a long time. On the last day Mr. Robinson asked the dentist, “How much is all the work going to cost(花费)?” “Twenty-five dollars,” said the dentist. But he didn’t ask him for the money. After a month Mr. Robinson phoned the dentist and said, “You haven’t asked me for any money for your work.” “Oh,” the dentist answered, “I never ask a gentleman(绅士)for money.” “Then how do you live?” Mr. Robinson asked. “Most gentlemen pay me quickly, the dentist said, “but some don’t. I wait for my money for two months, and then I say, ‘That man is not a gentleman,’ and then I ask him for my money.Mr. Robinson _____ until his teeth began aching a lot.
A.wasn’t afraid |
B.didn’t see a dentist |
C.wanted to see a dentist |
D.went to see a dentist |
_____ cost twenty-five dollars.
A.The first day’work of the dentist |
B.The last day’s work of the dentist |
C.Half the dentist’s work |
D.All the dentist’s work |
When did Mr. Robinson phone the dentist?
A.After he paid him. | B.About thirty days later. |
C.After two months. | D.About twenty days later. |
The dentist said that he never asked _____ first.
A.a woman for money | B.the poor for money |
C.gentlemen for money | D.people for much money |
Mr. Robinson never went to see a dentist _____.
A.because he was afraid |
B.because he had no money |
C.because he wasn’t a gentleman |
D.because he didn’t want to much money |
Quick Reference Index(索引)
MUSEUMS |
454-469 |
MAPS |
517-528 |
ANIMALS |
493-496 |
NATIONAL PARKS |
747-749 |
ART |
480-481 |
COUNTIRES |
529-615 |
BOOKS,BESTSELLERS |
476 |
PASSPORTS |
142-144 |
DISCOERIES AND INVENTIONS |
336-338 |
SPORTS |
884-978 |
ENVIRONMENT |
80-101 |
PLANTS |
108-109 |
( ) 1. Where can you find the information on elephants?
A. On Pages 454-469. B. On Pages 108-109.
C. On Pages 747-749. D. On Pages 493-496.
( ) 2. One who likes surfing can find the information about how to surf on Pages ______.
A. 80-101 B. 476 C. 884-978 D. 517- 528
( ) 3. If you are interested in Thomas Edison, you may search ______.
A. DISCOVERIES AND INVENTIONS B. SPORTS
C. PLANTSD.MAPS
Social customs (习俗) and ways of behaving change all the time. Things that were considered impolite many years ago are now acceptable. Just a few years ago, it was considered to be impolite behavior for a man to smoke on the street. No man who thought of himself as being a gentleman would make a fool of himself by smoking when a lady was in the room.
Customs also differ from country to country. Does a man walk on the left or the right of a woman in your country? Or doesn’t matter? What about table manners (行为)?
The Americans and British people not only speak the same language but also share a large number of social customs. For example, in both America and England, people shake hands when they meet each other for the first time. Also most Englishmen will open a door for a woman or offer their seats to women, and so will most Americans. Promptness (准时) is important both in England and in America. That is, the dinner guest (客人) either arrive close to the time that has been made or calls up to explain his delay (耽误).
The important thing to remember about social customs is not to do anything that might make other people feel uncomfortable —especially if they are your guests. There is an old story about a man who gave a very formal dinner party. When the food was served (服务), one of the guests started to eat his peas with a knife. The other guests were amused or greatly surprised, but the host calmly picked up his knife and began eating in the same way. It would have been bad manners to make his guest feel foolish or uncomfortable.The underlined phrase “make a fool of himself” in the first paragraph means .
A.make himself strong | B.make himself rich |
C.make himself comfortable | D.make himself seemed like a fool |
If a dinner invitation is for six o’clock, the guest is supposed to arrive at six.
A.nearly or a minute or two later than | B.a quarter past |
C.a quarter to | D.much later than |
The last example in the passage shows .
A.the correct way to use a knife at table |
B.that it is good manners not to make your guest feel foolish or uncomfortable |
C.that social customs and ways of behaving change too fast |
D.that different counties have different customs |
The best title of the passage is .
A.Different Customs | B.Social Customs |
C.Customs Are Changing Fast | D.Different Countries, Different Customs |
Sometimes, even the best friends have fights. They disagree with each other and begin to argue. Sometimes, they even stop talking to each other. What can be done to help the two friends make up? Finding a good friend who knows both of them very well to be a peacemaker is a good way. Maybe one day you will be a peacemaker for your good friends. Here are some useful communication strategies for you to use.
State your feelings clearly but don’t criticize them. Begin with “I feel” instead of “You always…”.
Don’t stop or finish the other person’s sentences.
Listen carefully to what the other person is saying. Try to see the other person’s side of the disagreement.
Look the other person in the eyes when you are talking.
Ask questions to make sure that you understand them.
Repeat the other person’s ideas as you understand them.
Never put anyone down. Saying things like “You’re stupid” makes communication difficult.
Try to find a solution that makes the two friends happy. Never decide who is right and who is wrong. Instead, help them to find their own “win-win” solution. A “win-win” solution allows each of them to feel good. In this way, their friendship can be continued.Which of the following is the suitable language for a peacemaker?
A.“I feel …” | B.“You always…” | C.“You are stupid.” | D.“You are wrong.” |
How should the peacemaker behave when talking with the two friends?
A.Stop the other person’s sentences in time. |
B.Repeat his own ideas to make himself understood. |
C.Listen to the other person carefully and ask some questions. |
D.Don’t look at the other when you are talking. |
What does the phrase “put anyone down” mean in the article?
A.令人失望 | B.提醒人 | C.把人放下 | D.羞辱人 |
How do you understand a “win-win” solution?
A.It is a way that helps make new friends. |
B.It is a way that makes both people pleased. |
C.It is a way that tells who is right and who is wrong. |
D.It is a way to understand a person. |
Americans can travel almost anywhere they choose. But to protect (保护) its people, the government lists a few dangerous places where Americans cannot go. These places are unfriendly countries or countries at war. There, the travelers might not be safe. These countries are listed in a small book called a passport (护照).
This passport is for the safety of its traveling people. It is also a government’s pledge (保证) that the people will follow the rules of the host country. To receive a passport from the government, a traveler must show that he is an American citizen (公民). An American cannot go abroad without a passport. Only the close countries such as Canada and Mexico do not ask for passports. The traveler’s picture is inside the passport. Children traveling with their parents are also in one parent’s book.
Thousands of people from the United States visit other countries every year. An American traveler might carry plane tickets, money, clothing and many other things. But the most important thing that he carries in another country is his passport.Why does a traveler need a passport?
A.It helps to protect the people. | B.It helps to know where he will go. |
C.He needs to take pictures often. | D.He needs to carry more when he travels. |
A passport is not needed when an American goes to .
A.European countries | B.Dangerous areas | C.Canada or Mexico | D.Russia and China |
We believe .
A.some countries don’t ask for passports | B.people should look after their passports |
C.money is more important than a passport | D.children are never in a passport |
We can know from the text that .
A.Americans travel abroad a lot | B.a traveler is not safe in most countries |
C.children can’t travel abroad | D.Americans abroad only need a passport |
If you spend more than 100 yuan, you can get a pair of tennis rackets. Hurry up and have a look!
Jeans Brand (牌子): Robin Hood Color: black, blue, white Price: Only ¥45 |
Brand: Li Ning Color: black, pink, yellow Material: wool Price: ¥48 after 50% off |
Sports shoes Brand: Nike Color: white, red, blue Price: ¥166 |
Sports socks Brand: Langsha Color: white, black, blue Material: cotton Price: ¥9 for each |
Backpack (背包) Brand: Kids Color: black, blue, brown Price: ¥25 and get a sports cap for free. |
Shorts Brand: Adidas Color: yellow, black, red Price: ¥30 for each, but ¥55 for two |
T- shirt |
Jim buys a backpack, a T-shirt and a pair of sports socks. What else can he get?
A.A sports cap. | B.A pair of tennis rackets. |
C.A pair of jeans. | D.Nothing else. |
How much is the T-shirt before it is off?
A.¥24. | B.¥48. | C.¥72. | D.¥96. |
Bill wants to buy sports socks. What brand can he buy?
A.Li Ning. | B.Adidas. | C.Langsha. | D.Kids. |