Hubei Provincial Museum is one of the most famous places in Wuhan.Standing by the beautiful East Lake，the museum was opened about 60 years ago.
The museum covers an area of 81，909 square meters. It collects，protects，and exhibits（展出）the cultural relics（文物）discovered in the province. Since 1953，the museum has collected over 260，000 cultural relics. Among them，nearly 1，000 are listed as first﹣class relics of China，and 16 are considered national treasures.
One of the most famous treasures is the Sword （剑） of Goujian. It is named after the King of Yue State. Although this bronze sword （青铜剑） has been under the ground for more than 2，500 years，its decorations are still clear.
Another treasure in the museum is the Zenghouyi Chime Bells （编钟）.It was found in 1978.It is the largest bronze musical instrument ever discovered. With a set of bells of different sizes，it can play many pieces of music，and it sounds quite beautiful. There are over 3，000 ancient Chinese characters （汉字） on the bells，describing the music and the owner of this instrument.
If you want to get a taste of the rich history in Hubei，be sure to pay a visit to the Provincial Museum when you are in Wuhan.
（1）How long has Hubei Provincial Museum been opened？
| A． |
For about sixty years. |
| B． |
For about forty years. |
| C． |
For about sixteen years. |
| D． |
For about seventy years. |
（2）What can we see in Hubei Provincial Museum？
| A． |
Gold. |
| B． |
Robots. |
| C． |
Stones. |
| D． |
Cultural relics. |
（3）Which period of history did the owner of the Sword of Goujian live？
| A． |
In Tang Dynasty. |
| B． |
In Han Dynasty. |
| C． |
In Qin Dynasty. |
| D． |
During the Spring and Autumn Period. |
（4）Which of the following is TRUE about the Zenghouyi Chime Bells？
| A． |
It was found in 1968. |
| B． |
There are many English words on it. |
| C． |
It is the largest bronze musical instrument ever discovered. |
| D． |
The Zenghouyi Chime Bells were made in the same size. |
（5）What can we know from the passage？
| A． |
There are 60 national treasures in the museum. |
| B． |
We can learn the rich history of Hubei in the museum. |
| C． |
The museum has collected over 260，000 cultural relics since 1978. |
| D． |
The Sword of Goujian has been under the ground for 1500 years. |
THE FORKS MARKET The Forks Market offers many different kinds of special souvenirs. Downstairs, shoppers may buy fresh food and fruits. In the upstairs, shoppers will find artworks. Open year- round. Tel: 204-942-6302 www.theforks.com |
MANITOBA LEGISLATIVE BUILDING Manitoba Legislative Building was completed in 1920. many consider it to be the finest in the country. Open from a,m, to 8 p.m. for self-guided tours. Guided tours are offered free. Call for more information. Tel: 204-945-5813 www.gov.mb.ca/mit/legtour/index.html |
MILLENNIUM LIBRARY Every day, up to 5,00 visitors come to Millennium Library for books, movies, music, wifi, reading corner and study space. Open Monday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.. Tel: 204-986-6450 www.winnipeg.ca/library |
CHILDRON’S MUSEUM The Children’s Museum helps lead to creative learning. there will be public programs, workshops and special events. During the holiday seasons, visitors can take a walk in Eaton’s Santa’s Village. Open daily. Tel;204-924-4000 www.childrenmuseum.com |
注：souvenirs 纪念品；legislative 议会
根据材料内容选择最佳答案。You may call if you want to know more about the Forks Market.
| A．204-986-6450 | B．204-924-4000 |
| C．204-942-6302 | D．204-945-5813 |
What can you do in the Manitoba Legislative Building?
| A．Buy food and fruits. | B．Watch public programs. |
| C．Have a self-guided tour. | D．Enjoy music and movies. |
When can you go to the Millennium Library?
| A．At 9 a.m. on Tuesday. | B．At 7 p.m. on Friday. |
| C．At 8 p.m. on Saturday. | D．At 4 p.m. on Sunday. |
You can take a walk in Eaton’s Santa’s Village in during the holiday season.
| A．the Forks Market | B．the Children’s Museum |
| C．the Millennium Library | D．the Manitoba Legislative Building |
Where is text most probably from?
| A．A guide book. | B．A picture book. |
| C．A history book. | D．A science book. |
There is little doubt that house cat first developed naturally from ancient wild cats. The cleverest relative is the America wild cat which still lives in Africa today. This is understandable because the first house cats came from Africa.
Cats first started to live around people in Egypt about 6,000~7,000 years ago. From Egypt, cats started to move around the world. This is about the same time that Egyptians began storing grain(谷物）in buildings. Scientists used to believe that people tamed cats to catch mice and protect the grain. However, cats don’t like to be told what to do! Now, scientists believed that cats followed the mice and learned to accept people. Finally, some of the cats began to grow comfortable around people, these were smaller cats that needed protection. As these cats and people got used to each other, then they moved in together. Around 5,000 years ago, cats started to live with people.
Soon cats were in Greece, then the Middle East and China. They moved along Egyptian business roads keeping away mice and keeping people around them. After the Romans came to Egypt, they also accepted the cats and brought them to Europe. These cat likely bred(繁殖） with other cats to form the many kinds of house cats we have today.
Cats are relatively recent house animals. House cats still have a lot in common with their wild relatives. Cats sleep a lot to save energy just like wild cats. They will often get food at night as well. House cats are generally peaceful and friendly, but be careful! If a cat feels it is in danger, it will fight back—just like a wild cat.
根据材料内容选择最佳答案。Where did the first house cats come from?
| A．Asia. | B．Africa. | C．Europe. | D．America. |
When did cats start to live with people?
| A．About 4,000 years ago. | B．About 5,000 years ago. |
| C．About 6,000 years ago. | D．About 7,000 years ago. |
According to the text, which of the following is TRUE?
| A．Cats started to move around the world from China. |
| B．Cats get food at night to save energy like wild cats. |
| C．Cats have a little in common with their wild cats. |
| D．Cats were accepted and brought to Europe by Romans. |
What does the underlined word “tamed” mean in Chinese?
| A．驱散 | B．捕捉 | C．驯化 | D．引进 |
What does the text mainly talk about?
| A．The development of house cats. |
| B．Different cats in different countries. |
| C．The relationship between cats and people. |
| D．The differences between house cats and wild cats. |
Once a king got two nice falcons(猎鹰)from his son. He had never seen such beautiful falcons before. He loved them so much and he ordered the best falconer to train them to fly.
After several months, the king came to see how the training was going on. He found that one falcon had already been able to fly high in the sky, while the other was staying on the branch(树枝) of a tree quietly, just keeping still.
The king called all his falcons together and ordered them to try every way they could to make the other falcon fly. But none of them succeeded. One day, while the king was taking a walk in the forest, an idea came to his mind. Maybe someone who knew the natural environment well could solve this problem. He spent for a farmer who lived in the forest into his palace to train it at once.
The next morning, the king saw the other falcon flying above in the sky freely. “ it is unbelievable !” shouted the king. How could you make it happen?”
The farmer replied,“It’s very easy. I just cut off the branch where the falcon rested.”
It is always the same to human beings. We all have “two flying wings” in our hearts as well, but we often seem not to notice them and stay where we just for safety and comfort. We won’t realize we can fly so high and freely until the “branch” we are resting on breaks.
根据材料内容选择最佳答案。What did the king do after he got the two falcons?
| A．He kept them on the branch of a tree. |
| B．He sent them to a farmer in the forest. |
| C．He made the best falconer train them to fly. |
| D．He set them free and let them fly in the sky. |
Why did the king call all his falconers together?
| A．Because he wanted to get more falcons. |
| B．Because he wanted the other falcon to fly. |
| C．Because he wanted them to see his falcons. |
| D．Because he wanted to know more about his falcons. |
Who finally made the other falcon fly freely in the sky?
| A．The king. | B．The king’s son. |
| C．The farmer. | D．The best falconer. |
How did the king feel when he saw the other falcon fly freely in the sky?
| A．Excited. | B．Moved. |
| C．Worried. | D．Relaxed. |
What is the best title for the text？
| A．The Wise King | B．The Nice Falcons |
| C．The Best Falconer | D．The Flying Wings. |
Making a good job choice is almost as good as choosing a good life. So, choosing a job is one of the most important decisions to make in life.
For my job, there are three important things that I will consider:
The first one － that I must work in an area I like － is most important to me. Someone once said if you find a job that you enjoy, then you won't have to work another day. I would like to work in an area where I can be more creative. I would like to be the most valuable member there. All this is possible only if I like what I do.
The second one is that the area of my work must lead me to solve some new and hard problems. I would like to stay in the same area for a long time. In order for this to happen, the work must provide enough problems. More than just working to live, I enjoy making a difference and trying my best for the whole progress. I would also like to be well remunerated for my hard work, so I can lead a comfortable life with this hard-won money. Then I can provide the best for my family.
The third important thing is that I would like to work in an area that would help other people. The work in my mind is in fields such as the army, training or management. In such areas, I can help to develop the abilities of others and bring out their best. It would be a most satisfying job to help young people to become the best that they can be. When I become old, I would like to look back with a great sense of satisfaction that thousands of people have become better persons through my work.
I accept the idea that no one should make a choice of a job suddenly or quickly. He should decide what he wants to be in the long run. Then, he should decide how he works towards it. He should study the proper courses, read the books and speak to knowledgeable persons in that field before making a job choice. A good choice will most probably lead to a better life.According to the passage, a good job choice probably makes people _.
| A．solve fewer problems | B．choose a good life |
| C．be good family members | D．provide hard things |
The writer considers an enjoyable job most important because _.
| A．he has to bring out his best |
| B．it can make him more creative |
| C．he will have to work another day |
| D．it is possible for him to live better |
The underlined word "remunerated" in the passage means"".
| A．trained | B．praised | C．accepted | D．paid |
The writer wants to tell us that everyone should _.
| A．become a knowledgeable person |
| B．join the army to become a better person |
| C．make preparations to find a satisfying job |
| D．help young people to choose an interesting job |
What is the best title for the passage?
| A．My Job Choice | B．My Favorite Job |
| C．My Comfortable Life | D．My Sense of Satisfaction |
Super International Crafts (工艺品) Market
1/F, Super Shopping Center, 12 Shopping Road, ssKowloon,
next to Dandy's Store and Cleo's Cafe
| The Super Shopping Center is proud to hold the Super International Crafts Market. The market owns hand-crafted products from all over the world. Come to learn about other cultures and see beautiful things from different countries! A part of the sales will be given to the International Children's Fund (ICF). Some of the interesting products include: |
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| Beaded bracelets (圆珠手链) from Africa Do you love bracelets? Here you can find bracelets made from special wooden beads, and no two pieces are the same! Each bracelet looks expensive, but costs only $20. What is more, if you buy two, you can get a card for a free drink at Cleo's Cafe! |
Silk handbags from Thailand These colorful bags are beautiful and useful! You can use them every day. Each bag is as much as $150. If you buy more than one, they will be 10% cheaper for you. |
| Fantastic! We will have introductions about the different countries, as well as a lucky draw (M!) for a free trip to one of the special countries in the market! You can also taste foods from the different countries at our International Foods Stand. Visit the International Crafts Market and learn about different cultures. Buy beautiful, interesting things and support the International Children's Fund! |
The passage above is probably _________.
| A．a piece of news | B．a visitor's letter |
| C．a shopping guide | D．a trip introduction |
The Super International Crafts Market is _________.
| A．next to Cleo's Café |
| B．next to 12 Shopping Road |
| C．on 1/F, Dandy's Store |
| D．on 2/F, Super Shopping Center |
People can _________ in the market.
| A．learn about different cultures |
| B．visit the International Children's Fund |
| C．sell their own hand-crafted products |
| D．see beautiful things mostly from ssKowloon |
Which is right according to the passage?
| A．Two bracelets cost $20. |
| B．The bracelets look the same. |
| C．Each bag costs only $135. |
| D．The handbags are colorful. |
What can we do to have a free trip to a country in the market?
| A．Give money to the ICF. |
| B．Take part in a lucky draw. |
| C．Buy wooden beads from Africa. |
| D．Taste different foods in the market. |