The number of buses，taxis and other transportations on Kenya's roads is growing every day．
Now，the country's first electric﹣powered motorbike is being made．The motorbike is designed（设计）to cut down on pollution． It's much cheaper so that most of people can afford it．
Most motorbikes used in Kenya depend on gas as fuel（燃料）， but not this new motorbike． Its energy comes from sunlight．
Three university students developed the new motorbike． It receives the sun's energy，stores it in batteries （蓄电池） and uses it to charge （充电） the electric motorbike．
Robert Achoge is one of the student inventors．"Our hope is that by the fifth year，we will be able to cover the whole Kenya with the electric motorbike in order to improve the environment and provide affordable transport． "
The students have set up a fueling station for the motorbikes in Nairobi． Riders can charge the motorbikes in the station． The small battery can run for 70 kilometers when they're fully charged． Once the power is used up， the motorbike has to return to the fueling station while another charged battery is connected to the motorbike． The US African Development Foundation is providing some money for two solar﹣powered charging stations in the Kenyan port of Kisumu．
Each motorbike costs about ﹩700． One motorbike rider says the new motorbike costs less to ride than motorbikes running on traditional fuel．" When talking about buying fuel， there is no need． It's basically good for everyone． Even though you won't carry quite a heavy load，you can go with it anywhere．"
A Nairobi dealership is selling the motorbikes． Businessman Kennedy Kusimba hopes they will become popular． "We also know they are more reliable， compared to the gas﹣powered motorbikes． They are more useful and they will last longer．"
（1）Why is the first electric﹣powered motorbike designed？
A． To cut down on pollution．
B． To provide more ways of transport．
C． To make most people richer．
D． To show the hard work of some students．
（2）What can we know about the new motorbike？
A． It depends on gas as fuel．
B． It can only be used when it is sunny．
C． It's developed from the traditional bike．
D． It makes use of sunlight and turns it into electricity．
（3）What does the underlined word mean in the passage？
A． 消耗
B． 储存
C． 燃烧
D． 节省
（4）What can riders do at a fueling station？
A． Return the batteries to the station．
B． Have their motorbikes fully charged．
C． Get some money from the US．
D． Make their motorbikes run at a high speed．
（5）Which of the following would be the best title for the passage？
A． The Bright Future of the New Motorbikes．
B． The Greatest Change on Transport in Kenya．
C． Student﹣Developed Motorbikes Put into Use in Kenya．
D． The Different Views on the New Motorbikes．
Tony and Jane give their opinions about keeping pet dogs.
| Keeping pet dogs is a good idea, says Tony I think people should be allowed to keep pet dogs. There are lots of reasons for this. First, dogs are really cute. It’s nice to pick them up and hold them in our arms, and it’s wonderful to see them growing up quickly. Second, your dog might not be dangerous but by simply barking(吠)he can keep away a burglar(窃贼)who might think of entering your house. Finally, we can also learn about life and death from dogs. Young people can learn how to care for others and how to respect(尊重)all living things by keeping a pet dog. I think keeping pet dogs is something everyone can enjoy. |
Keeping pet dogs is not a good idea, say Jane In my opinion, it is never a good idea to keep a pet dog. Firstly, pet dogs creates a lot of mess. They leave fur(毛) and hair on the floor, on beds and on sofas, and they need to be washed daily. Secondly, we should remember that not all dogs are friendly. Some dogs bark at people they do not know. A few dogs bark all night. This stops their neighbors from getting any sleep. A small number of pet dogs even bite(咬) people. Lastly, you have to make sure pet dogs are in good health and provided with good pet products. Paying for dog food and visiting the vet when dogs are ill can be expensive. I believe that people should not keep pet dogs. |
Tony would probably think it____ to put pet dogs on beds.
A. uncomfortable B. acceptable C. dangerousThe underlined word “they” in the passage refers to(指) “ ____”.
A. beds B. sofas C. pet dogsFrom the underlined part, we can guess “vet” means“ ____”.
A. 兽医 B. 宠物店 C. 驯兽师Tony and Jane disagree on ____.
A. the growth of pets
B. the sound made by dogs
C. the money paid for pets It can be learned from the passage that ____.
A. people are not allowed to keep pet dogs
B. people are encouraged to keep pet dogs
C. opinions are divided on keeping pet dogs
Peking Opera(Beijing Opera), is one of the most ancient forms of drama in the world. The roles in it were Sheng, Dan, Jing, Mo, Chou, Wuhang, and Longtao during its early age. But with the development of Peking Opera, there are four main roles in it today: Sheng, Dan, Jing and Chou.
Sheng——Men Roles
Sheng are the men roles in Peking Opera, which can be divided into Laosheng, Wusheng, Xiaosheng and Wawasheng.
Laosheng are middle-aged or older men who are decisive and honest. Hongsheng, a type(种类) of Laosheng, have a red face. There are only two roles knowns as Hongsheng. One is Guan Gong and the other is Zhao Kuangyin. Wusheng are young generals skilled in martial arts(武术). Xiaosheng are clean-shaven(没有胡须的) and handsome. Wawasheng are children’s parts.
Dan——women Roles
Dan are women roles that can be divided into different types—— Laodan, Qingyi, Huadan, Wudan and Caidan.
Laodan play old and clever women. Qingyi are the main women roles. Huashan, a type of Qingyi, was created by Mei Lanfang, who played an important role in shaping Peking Opera. Huadan are lively and unmarried women roles. Wudan characters are woman skilled in martial arts. Caidan are clowns(小丑) in funny plays and comedies.
Jing——Painted Face Men Roles
A Jing role is an important man character with striking(吸引人的) looks and high social position. There main types of Jing are Tongchui, good at singing and usually a general; Jiazi, good at acting with less singing; and Wujing, a martial arts and acrobatics(杂技) role.
Chou——ComedyRoles
Chou are comedy roles in Peking Opera. There are Wenchou who speak, act and sing, and Wuchou who both speak and fight. What makes this type of painted face role special is a small patch(块) of white chalk around the nose. One of the famous roles is the Monkey King, who has a special position in the hearts of all who are interested in Chinese opera.The passage is mainly about____.
A. the roles in Peking Opera
B. the development of plays
C. different forms of dramas ____ are both good at martial arts.
A. Wawasheng and wenchou
B. Wusheng and Wudan
C. Wuchou and Caidan ____ belong to the same role type in Peking Opera.
A. Wujing and Huadan
B. Tongchui and Jiazi
C. Laosheng and LaodanWhich of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?
A. Mei Lanfang created a type of Qingyi—Hongsheng.\
B. Zhao Kuangyin and Guan Gong are two roles know as Xiaosheng.
C. The Monkey King has a special position among Peking Opera fans. From the passage, we know Picture ____ is a Chou role.
Go Green Enjoy tap water
IT’S THE RESPNSIBLE CHOICE
Producing plastic bottles and transporting water require a lot of energy and resources(资源)…just to land in the waste!
(2) IT SAVES MONEY
Bottled water costs money. Tap water is free for you!
Go Green Eat responsibly
(1)
Shorter distance(距离) requires less transport fuels(燃料)…and less chemicals needed to keep food fresh.
(1) EAT LESS MEAT
Meat production needs a lot of resources.
(2) AVOID PACKING
Packaging requires energy and resources just to end up in the waste…
Go Green Keep it on the screen
…and if printing cannot be avoided remember to:
PRINT DOUBLE-SIDED and in black-white.
Set the printer/copy machine to ENERGY SAVING model when done
REUSE single-sided printed paper for internal documents(内部文件) or as not paper…
Go Green E-communicate
Reduce what gives out quite a lot of Greenhouse Gas(温室效应气体):instead of traveling, make use of VIDEO MEETING, WEB MEETING, and the good old phone.
For more information visit www.greeningtheblue.org.The purpose of the passage is to give advice on how to ____.
A. protect the environment
B. cancel traveling
C. avoid printing____ save money for you.
A. Producing plastic bottles
B. Using bottled water
C. Using tap waterThe missing part in Go Green Eat responsibly is ____. .
A. CHOOSE GREEN FOOD
B. KEEP FOOD FRESH
C. SUPPORT LOCALIt is suggested that____ printed paper should be reused for taking notes.
A. doubled-sided B. single-sided C. coloredYou can get more information about “Go Green” by ____.
A. visiting the website given
B. making a phone call
C. having a meeting
Visiting London? Start planning your trip right here. This guide tells you the must-see events that take place in London throughout the year.
| 1. Change the Guard at Buckingham Palace |
2. British Summer Time Music Festival |
| Changing the Guard or Guard Mounting includes an exchange of guard duties(换岗) at Buckingham Palace. Watch the ceremony as each set of guards dressed in traditional coats and hats takes over from their brothers-in-arms. Address: Buckingham Palace, London SWIA1AA Public Transport: Green Park Tube Station Opening Hours: 11.30 am daily at Buckingham Palace, 11.00 am(10.00 am on Sundays) daily at Horse Guards Parade. Tickets: Free to enter Internet:www.visitlondon.com/things-to-do/event-8725947-changing-the guard |
The Barclaycard British Summer Time Music Festival take place every year in Central London’s Hyde Park. The week-long event covers many musical tastes, from pop to rock to dance. The acts so far confirmed(确认) for 2015 include Taylor Swift, The Who, Paul Weller, Ellie Goulding, Kaiser Chiefs and John Newman. Address: Hyde Park, London, W2 2UH Public Transport: Marble Arch, Hyde Park Corner, or Green Park Opening Hours: 26-27 June 2015 Internet:www.visitlondon.com/things-to-do/whats-on/music/music-festival |
| 3. Totally Thames Festival |
4. NFL American Football |
| In September, London’s Totally Thames Festival celebrates the city’s famous river over 30 days, spreading 42 miles, and more than 100 separate arts and cultural events. In 2014 the festival was filled with walks, tours, rowing-boat races, theatre, cinema, the many other exciting ways to enjoy London, all taking place on or next to the River Thames. Address: Different locations along the river Opening Hours: Throughout September Internet: totallythames.org |
London’s Wembley Stadium, seating 90,000, will host three games in the NFL International Series. In 2015 the teams that will be visiting London from the USA include the Buffalo Bills, the Jacksoville Jaguars, the Detroit Lions, the Kansas City Chiefs, the New Yorks Jets an the Miami Dolphins. Address: Wembley Stadium, Empire Way, Wembley, London, HA9 OWS Public Transport: Wembley Park Opening Hours: 4 Oct, 25 Oct and 1 Nov 2015 Internet:www.visitlondon.com/tag/nfl-london |
You can enjoy the ceremony of Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace at ____.
A. 11.30 am every day
B. 11.00 am every day
C. 10.00 am on SundaysIn the late June, a music fan would probably go to London to watch ____.
A. British Summer Time Music Festival
B. London’s Totally Thames Festival
C. NFL American FootballThe opening hours for Totally Thames Festival is ____ NFL American Football.
A. as long as B. longer than C. shorter thanThe 2015 NFL American Football will be held in ____.
A. Hyde B. Wembley Park C. Wembley StadiumThe passage is probably taken from a ____.
A. diary B. geography book C. guidebook
Two men were going through a forest.
“I am afraid,” said one, “that we may meet with wild animals” “Fear nothing, friend Quickwit,” cried the other, whose name was Braggart. “If they come at us, we shall stand by one another like men. I have a strong arm, a strong heart, and-”
“Hark!” cried the first in fear, as a low sound was heard from somewhere nearby, Braggart, who was light and nimble, climbed up a tree like a squirrel(松鼠), leaving his friend, who was not so active, to face the danger alone! Quickwit could do nothing but throw himself on the ground and pretended(假装) to be dead; for he had heard that bears would never touch a dead body. In no time the bear camp up to him, sniffed(用鼻子吸气) at him. Quickwit did not dare to move; and the bear, thinking him dead, went off into the wood again, leaving him quite unharmed!
When Braggart saw that the danger was over, he came down from the tree and tried to pass off the matter with a joke. “Well, my friend Quickwit,” he said, “what did the bear say to you when he put his mouth close to your ear?”
“He told me,” replied Quickwit, “never again to trust a man who talks big like you!”The correct order of the following events is____.
a. Two men were going through a forest
b. Quickwit threw himself on the ground.
c. Braggart climbed up a tree like a squirrel.
d. A low sound was heard from somewhere nearby.
A. a,b,dc B. a,d,c,b C. d,a,c,bThe underlined word “nimble” is closest in meaning to “____”.
A. nervous B. crazy C. activeThe bear left Quickwit because it ____.
A. was hit by Braggart
B. felt pity for him
C. thought he was deadWe can learn from the passage that ____.
A. a true friend reaches for your hand
B. a friend to all is a friend to none
C. a good friend is a good listenerThe best title for the passage would be ____.
A. A Fight Between Two Travelers
B. The Travelers and the Bear
C. A Kind-hearted Bear