信息匹配(共1小题)
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。______ People traveled in search of food and shelter or in order to flee from their enemies.Sometimes they were looking for gold or silver in order to become rich.On other occasions they were searching for rich farmland.
This is not to say that no one ever traveled just for fun.Even in ancient times,some pleasure travel occurred.During a typical season,700,000 tourists would crowd into the ancient city of Rome,where animals performed and magicians entertained them.______
______ International tourist arrivals alone reached as many as 546 million in 1994 and are forecast to rise to 937 million in 2010,according to the World Trade Organization.
______ Probably the most common reason for traveling is related to our physical wellbeing.Actually,traveling to sports events is one of the fastest growing types of travel.In our fast developing society where stress has become part of people's life,people can rest and relax by having a change of environment and activities.
______ No one seems to doubt that travel broadens the mind.In 18th century Europe,young men would go on a Grand Tour to various countries in order to complete their education.Today the desire to travel to different countries is encouraged by modern mass media.People who travel to other countries can at the same time learn more about their own country and culture.
A.Throughout history,most travel was not for pleasure. |
B.But why do people like traveling so much? |
C.So they travel to a lake for a swim or a park for a bike. |
D.The improvement in transportation has also encouraged people to travel. |
E.Wealthy Romans made trips to Greece to take part in the Olympic Games.
F.The growth of tourism has become a modern phenomenon experienced by all countries in the world.
G.Another important reason for traveling is to satisfy our curiosity about different places and cultures.
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
When you are hungry, what will you respond? Have your favorite meal and stay quiet after that?71But it never lets you know, because you keep it busy thinking about your friends favorite stars. So it silently serves your needs and never lets itself grow. When mind loses its freedom to grow, creativity sets a full stop. This might be the reason why we all sometimes think “What happens next?” or “Why can’t I think ?”
72Why reading but not watching TV ? It is because reading has been the most educative tool used by us right from children. Since it develops other aspects of our life, we have to take help from reading.
When you read a book , of course you run your eyes through the lines and your mind tries to explain something to you. 73Now this seed is unknowingly used by you to develop new ideas. If it is used many times, the same seed can give you great help to relate a lot of things, which you would have never thought of in your wildest dreams !
This is nothing but creativity. 74Within no time you can start talking with your friends in English or any other language and never run out of the right words.
So, friends, do give food to your thoughts by reading, reading and more reading. 75Go and get a book!
A.The interesting part of the book is stored in your mind as a seed. |
B.Why not do some reading while you are hungry. |
C.Just like your stomach, your mind is also hungry. |
D.Now what are you waiting for. |
E. Hunger of mind can be actually solved through wide reading.
F. Reading can help you make more friends, too .
G. Also this makes a significant contribution to your vocabulary.
阅读下列材料, 从所给的六个选项(A、B、C、D、E 和 F)中, 选出符合各小题要求的最佳选项。选项中有一项是多余选项。
A. Prepare for Rainy Days C. Get Aggressive E. Set the Goal |
B. Watch Your Spending D. Start Saving F. Save More |
Steps to Retire a Millionaire
Having a million-dollar portfolio is a retirement dream for many people. Making that dream come true requires some serious effort. While success is never a sure thing, the steps outlined below will go a long way toward helping you achieve your objective.
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Vacations, car, kids and all of life's other expenses take a big chunk out of your paycheck. To maximize your savings, you need to minimize your expenses. Buying a home you can afford and living a lifestyle that is below your means and not funded by credit cards are all necessities if you want to boost your savings.
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If you don't save, you'll never reach your goal. As obvious as this might seems, far too many people never even start to save. If your employer offers a 401(k) plan, enrolling in the plan is a great way to put your savings on autopilot. Simply sign up for the plan and contributionswill beautomatically taken out of your paycheck, increasing your savings and decreasing your immediate tax liability.
If your employer offers to match your contributions up to a certain percentage, be sure to contribute enough to get the full match. It's like getting a guaranteed return on your investment. Finding the cash to stash may be a challenge, particularly when you're young, but don't let that stop you from pursuing future riches.
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Studies have shown that the majority of the returns generated by an investment are dictated by the asset-allocation decision. If you are looking to grow your wealth over time, fixed-income investments aren't likely to get the job done, and inflation can take a big chunk out of your savings.
Investing in equities entails more risk, but is also statistically likely to lead to greater returns. For many of us, it's a risk we have to take if want to see our wealth grow. Asset-allocation strategiescan help you learn how to make picking the right mix of securities the core of your investing strategy.
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Part of long-term planning involves accepting the idea that setbacks will occur. If you are not prepared, these setbacks can put a stop to your savings efforts. While you can't avoid all of the bumps in the road, you can prepare in advance to mitigate the damage they can do.
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Your income should rise as time passes. You'll get raises, you'll change jobs, and maybe you'll get married and become a two-income family. Every time more cash comes in to your pocket, you should increase the amount that you save. The key to reaching your goal as quickly as possible is to save as much as you can.
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
How to Make Friends
Friendship is a very important human relationship and everyone needs good friends. Good friendship has many benefits. It offers companionship, improves self-worth and promotes good health. There are times in our lives such as when we have recently moved into a new town, or changed our jobs or schools. Such changes often leaves us without a friend 71 . But for many of us the process is difficult and requires courage. Below are some helpful suggestions on how to make and keep friends.
1. Associate with others.
The first step to making friends is associating with other people. You can go to public places to meet new people. Besides, you will need to make yourself known by becoming an active member of such places.
2.Start a conversation
Starting a conversation is the second most important step in making new friends.72You can always start the conversation. Being able to make small talk is a very useful skill in relating with other people.
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Choosing friends with common interests is important in building friendship as these interests would always bring you and your friend together, Hanging out will always be a pleasant experience.
4.Let it grow.
It is a good thing to stay in touch. However, try not to press your new friend with calls, messages or visits as this would likely wear him or her out and finally you may lose your friend. 74. The best friendships are the ones that grow naturally.
5.Enjoy your friendship
The best way to enjoy your friendship is to allow your friends to be themselves. 75Try not to change them from who they are to what you want them to be. Become the kind of friend you will want your friend to be to you.
A. Be cheerful. |
B. Do things together. |
C. Do not wait to be spoken to. |
D. Try not to find fault with your friends. |
E. Making new friends comes easy for some people.
F. For a friendship to develop you need to stay in touch.
G. So you will need to give your friend time to react to you.
阅读下列材料, 从所给的六个选项(A、B、C、D、E 和 F)中, 选出符合各小题要求的最佳选项。选项中有一项是多余选项。
A. Prepare for Rainy Days B. Watch Your Spending
C. Get Aggressive D. Start Saving
E. Set the Goal F. Save More
Steps to Retire a Millionaire
Having a million-dollar portfolio is a retirement dream for many people. Making that dream come true requires some serious effort. While success is never a sure thing, the steps outlined below will go a long way toward helping you achieve your objective.
61. ____
Vacations, car, kids and all of life's other expenses take a big chunk out of your paycheck. To maximize your savings, you need to minimize your expenses. Buying a home you can afford and living a lifestyle that is below your means and not funded by credit cards are all necessities if you want to boost your savings.
62. ____
If you don't save, you'll never reach your goal. As obvious as this might seems, far too many people never even start to save. If your employer offers a 401(k) plan, enrolling in the plan is a great way to put your savings on autopilot. Simply sign up for the plan and contributionswill beautomatically taken out of your paycheck, increasing your savings and decreasing your immediate tax liability.
If your employer offers to match your contributions up to a certain percentage, be sure to contribute enough to get the full match. It's like getting a guaranteed return on your investment. Finding the cash to stash may be a challenge, particularly when you're young, but don't let that stop you from pursuing future riches.
63. ____
Studies have shown that the majority of the returns generated by an investment are dictated by the asset-allocation decision. If you are looking to grow your wealth over time, fixed-income investments aren't likely to get the job done, and inflation can take a big chunk out of your savings.
Investing in equities entails more risk, but is also statistically likely to lead to greater returns. For many of us, it's a risk we have to take if want to see our wealth grow. Asset-allocation strategiescan help you learn how to make picking the right mix of securities the core of your investing strategy.
64. ___
Part of long-term planning involves accepting the idea that setbacks will occur. If you are not prepared, these setbacks can put a stop to your savings efforts. While you can't avoid all of the bumps in the road, you can prepare in advance to mitigate the damage they can do.
65. ____
Your income should rise as time passes. You'll get raises, you'll change jobs, and maybe you'll get married and become a two-income family. Every time more cash comes in to your pocket, you should increase the amount that you save. The key to reaching your goal as quickly as possible is to save as much as you can.
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中的两项为多余选项。(共5小题,每小题2分,满分10分)
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Your school days should be some of the best and happiest days of your life.How can you gain the most from them,and ensure that you do not waste this wonderful opportunity to learn?
Be positive about school! Don’t say things which are difficult or boring. Be interested in school life and your school subjects. Join in lots of activities.Be quick to put your hand up.Go round the school with a big smile.
Expect to work. 62If you arc not working,you are not learning.you are wasting your time at school.Teachers cannot make everything enjoyable.
Keep fit. If you do not eat a good breakfast , you will be thinking about food in class.If you go Io bed late and do not have enough sleep,you will be sleepy in class.Play some sports to keep your body strong.
63!Never put off till tomorrow what you can do today.Do not say you will do things tomorrow.If you get behind the class,it is very difficult to get back in front.You cannot finish a race if you rest all the time.
Don’t be too disappointed if things sometimes go bad.64. Friends are not always perfect,and they sometimes say and do unpleasant things.Don’t let small problems seem very big and important.
Talk about problems---sometimes they are only the result of misunderstanding . Don’t be too embarrassed to ask for help. You are young.No one thinks you can do everything!
Plan your time.Don’t waste life lying in bed on Saturday mornings.Go and play a sport,learn the piano,work on a project,read a book,practise English,or help someone with problems.There are always a lot of things to do.
Set targets. If your last grade was a D,work for a C. Try to make progress bit by bit。
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A. Everyone fails some tests,loses some matches and has bad days.
B.Ways to have a happy school life.
C.Do today’s work today.
D· Follow my advice, and have a happy school life!
E.Because it means that you are enjoying school and learning more.
F.School is not a holiday camp.
G.You are making your time of little use unless you are learning hard