I want an assistant with _______ little knowledge of French and _______experience of office routine.
A．the; a B．the; an C．a; 不填 D．a; an
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However, at times this balance in nature is disturbed, _______ a number of possibly unforeseen effects.
A．lying in B．calling in C．taking in D．resulting in
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Recently I have bought an ipad mini on the website of Taobao.com, _______ the price is very reasonable.
A．which B．whose C．on which D．of which
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There is _______ in persuading him when he turns a deaf ear to you.
A．no use B．no wonder
C．no good D．no point
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— Do you feel sad and hurriedly give some money when seeing beggars on the street?
— Absolutely not! I think they are _______ cheats.
A．nothing but B．anything but C．something like D．anything like
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The girl that Peter had thought of _______ someone to be avoided finally became his soul mate.
A．to B．upon C．in D．as
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The job is not very profitable ________ cash, but I can get valuable experience from it.
A．in terms of B．in return for
C．in the event of D．in addition to
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To be admitted to a key university, _______.
A．our parents always impress on us the importance of hard work
B．some universities attach great importance to students’ grades
C．all the students in senior 3 are making every effort to study hard
D．good grades are quite necessary
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It is one thing to enjoy listening to good music, but it is _______ another to play it well yourself.
A．very B．quite C．rather D．much
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If you have the chance to take charge of the department, the first thing to do is to find out what _______ of you.
A．will need B．will require
C．is needed D．is required
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Although you have learned much knowledge and a lot of theories, the problem is _______ can be put into practice.
A．what you have learned B．how what you have learned
C．that what you have learned D．how that you have learned
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— You could have asked Mr. Richard for help. He’s kind-hearted.
— Yes. But that _______ him a whole day.
A．would have taken B．had taken
C．would take D．took
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— What field will your son go into after graduation?
— I’m not sure, but he ______ a good teacher of English.
A．promises B．becomes C．turns D．proves
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It was _______ she was injured in the accident _______ she didn’t come to the party yesterday.
A．as; which B．because; that
C．since; why D．for; that
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—Would you mind if I parked my car here?
—_______
A．Yes, please. B．Of course not. It’s not allowed here.
C．I’d rather you didn’t actually. D．No, you’d better not.
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Linda British was an outstanding teacher who felt that if she had the time, she would like to create great art and poetry. When she was 28, however, she began to get severe 36. Her doctors discovered that she had an enormous brain tumor (瘤). They told her that her 37 of surviving an operation were about 2 percent. Therefore, 38 operate immediately, they chose to wait for six months.
The night before the operation after six months, she 39 to give herself away. She made a 40, in which she would donate all of her body parts to those who needed them in 41of her death.
42, Linda died after the operation. Afterwards, her eyes went to an eye 43 in Bethesda, Maryland, and from there to a recipient in South Carolina. A young man, aged 28, went from darkness to 44. That young man was so 45 that he wrote to the eye bank thanking them for existing.
46, he said he wanted to thank the parents of the donator. They must 47 be magnificent people to have a child who would 48 her eyes. He was given the 49 of the British family on Staten Island. He arrived unannounced and rang the doorbell. After hearing his introduction, Mrs. British 50 and hugged him. She said, “Young man, if you’ve got 51 to go, my husband and I would love you to spend your weekend with us.”
He stayed, and 52 he was looking around Linda’s room, he saw that she’d read Hegel. He’d read Hegel in Braille as well.
The next morning Mrs. British was looking at him and said, “You know, I’m sure I’ve seen you somewhere before.” All of a sudden she 53. She ran upstairs and pulled out the last picture Linda had drawn. It was a portrait of her ideal man.
The picture was almost the same as this young man who had received Linda’s eyes.
Then her mother read the 54 poem Linda had written on her deathbed. It 55:
Two hearts passing in the night
Falling in love
Never able to gain each other’s sight.
1. A．heartaches B．headaches C．stomachaches D．backaches
2. A．risks B．happenings C．chances D．moments
3. A．more than B．other than C．better than D．rather than
4. A．decided B．suggested C．prepared D．liked
5. A．will B．letter C．notice D．poem
6. A．spite B．case C．charge D．view
7. A．Actually B．Unbelievably C．Surprisingly D．Unfortunately
8. A．hospital B．center C．school D．bank
9. A．silence B．daytime C．sight D．delight
10. A．excited B．joyful C．grateful D．proud
11. A．However B．Therefore C．Furthermore D．Yet
12. A．partly B．hardly C．seldom D．indeed
13. A．give up B．give away C．give off D．give out
14. A．news B．address C．gift D．hometown
15. A．ran out B．stood out C．reached out D．turned out
16. A．somewhere B．anywhere C．everywhere D．nowhere
17. A．as B．after C．until D．since
18. A．shouted B．laughed C．waked D．remembered
19. A．last B．first C．past D．recent
20. A．wrote B．spoke C．said D．talked
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Has Tiger Mom gone soft? One year after the release of her book, Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother, Amy Chua is back in the spotlight, reflecting on how overnight infamy (恶名) affected her life, her family and her parenting.
“I have changed a lot,” she told the Huffington Post. “In October, we had 30 kids at our house! We have hosted parties with lots of food and music.”
Last January, the Wall Street Journal published an excerpt (节选) from Chua’s book with the headline “Why Chinese Mothers Are Superior”. In the excerpt, Chua described how her daughters were never allowed to have sleepovers (在外过夜的儿童聚会), appear in school plays, or earn any grade lower than an A. Chua, an author and professor at Yale Law School, spent much of 2011 on the defensive. In fact, many of her interviews seemed to lend fuel to her critics’ fire.
Now, with the book out in paperback, she said, “I put passages in the book and used very harsh words that I regret. Everybody has those moments you wish you could take back.”
For those who still read Battle Hymn as an advice guide, Chua argues that so-called tiger parenting should be employed mainly during a child’s early years, ideally between the ages of 5 and 12. These “super-strict parenting tactics” are not meant for all ages. Remaining strict after middle school makes you a helicopter parent, according to Chua. And she is quick to point out how different that is from being a tiger mom.
“By the time kids get to high school, helicopter parents are hiring all these tutors, carrying their kids’ sports bags. I never checked older daughter Sophia’s papers because I knew she knew how to sit down and focus,” Chua said.
As for younger daughter Lulu, 15, the rebel for whom the book was written, Chua has really backed off. Instead of forcing Lulu to practise violin for hours a day—the source of their biggest fights, Chua “let her give that up”. “My compromise (妥协) is that I’m going to still be as strict academically, but in exchange she has a lot of social freedom. Lulu has had four sleepovers in the last two months!” Chua said. Chua predicts she’ll only get more easygoing with age.
1.What does the passage mainly tell us?
A．Tiger Mom has changed and wants to be soft.
B．Tiger Mom persuaded readers to follow her example.
C．How Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother came out.
D．How Tiger Mom became the worldwide spotlight.
2.From paragraph 1 we can know that after the publication of the book______________.
A．Tiger Mom became stricter with her children
B．Tiger Mom was thought highly by the public
C．Tiger Mom’s life and family were influenced
D．Tiger Mom became wealthy and easygoing
3.Lulu quarreled with her mother mainly over______________.
A．whether she could do well at school
B．when she could have sleepovers
C．what should be written in the book
D．how long she practiced the violin
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Most of us seem to reach our peak of alertness (警觉) around noon. Soon after that, alertness declines, and sleepiness may set in by mid-afternoon.
Your short-term memory is best during the morning—in fact, about 15 percent more efficient than at any other time of day. So, students, take notice: when you are faced with a morning exam, it really does pay to review your notes right before the test is given.
However, long-term memory is different. Afternoon is the best time for learning materials that you want to recall days, weeks or months later. Politicians, business executives or others who must learn speeches would be smart to do their memorizing during that time of day. You should try to do most of your studying in the afternoon, rather than late at night. Many students believe they memorize better while burning the midnight oil because their short-term recall is better during the early hours of the morning than in the afternoon. But short-term memory won’t help them much several days later, when they face the exam.
By contrast, we tend to do best on tasks related to the process of knowing, understanding, and learning numbers during the morning hours.
What about sports? During afternoon and early evening, you’re able to react the quickest to an outside stimulus—like a baseball speeding toward you. Studies have also shown that late in the day, when your body temperature is peaking, you will consider PE easier and less tiring—whether it actually is or not. That means you are more likely to work harder during a late afternoon or early evening workout, and therefore benefit more from it.
In fact, all of your senses—taste, sight, hearing, touch and smell—may be at their keenest during late afternoon and early evening. That could be why dinner usually tastes better to us than breakfast.
While all of us follow the same general pattern of ups and downs, the exact timing varies from person to person. It all depends on how your “biological” day is structured. Each of us can increase our knowledge about our individual rhythms. Learn how to listen to the inner beats of your body; let them set the pace of your day. You will live a healthier and happier life.
1.What does the underlined “it really does pay” mean?
A．It will cost a lot. B．It requires price.
C．It is very painful. D．It is worthwhile.
2.If there is an English exam two weeks later, you should go over English ____________ for days before that.
A．in the afternoon B．in the late evening
C．in the early morning D．right before the exam
3.From the passage, it can be inferred that ______________.
A．we eat more food at noon
B．we feel most tired if we exercise in the evening
C．it is a good choice to study math in the morning
D．we feel most sleepy before noon
4.Which would be the best title for the passage?
A．What’s Your Best Time of the Day for Different Tasks
B．How to Live a Healthier and Happier Life
C．How to Study Efficiently
D．How to Keep Your Best State of Learning
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The New York Aquarium (水族馆) offers a diverse collection and nice viewing experience for all our guests. Whether you’re observing penguins on their rocky coastline home or swimming underwater, looking at a coral reef (珊瑚礁) under the water, or cheering on California sea lions at the theater, you’ll find plenty to see and do during your visit. Your underwater adventure is waiting for you! This summer, head out to Coney Island to learn about the underwater world at the New York Aquarium.
Just off the Coney Island in Brooklyn, the New York Aquarium features more than 300 marine (海洋的) species, such as dolphins and seals. Meet some of our mammals and fish, and learn about their natural history, biology, and cultural roles.
| Hours | |
| Summer hours May 28 – Sept. 5 | 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. , Monday–Friday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. , Weekends & Holidays |
| Fall hours Sept. 6 – Nov. 6 | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. , Monday–Friday 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. , Weekends & Holidays |
| Winter hours Nov. 7 – Mar. 31 | 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. , Daily |
| Spring hours Apr. 1– May 27 | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. , Monday–Friday 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. , Weekends & Holidays |
Total Experience Ticket
Adult $18.00
Child (Ages 3-12) $14.00
Senior (65+) $15.00
Groups (at least ten visitors) $8.00
﹡Includes admission to our 4-D Theater Plus General Admission.
﹡Children under 3 years old are free!
﹡To receive the group rate, you must make a reservation at least two weeks in advance of your group’s visit. Please call 718-741-1818.
Friday Afternoon Special
Admission on Fridays beginning at 3:00 p.m. is by donation. Suggested donation is $13 for adults, $9 for children, and $10 for seniors. Every dollar you give supports our work in caring for animals at the aquarium.
Aquarium Parking
Car $13.00
Bus $13.00
Please note:
﹡Due to rising costs, the Wildlife Conservation Society reserves the right to change all fees without notice.
﹡All Aquarium buildings and exhibits are wheelchair-accessible.
﹡For further information, please call 718-265-3454.
1.Which animal can’t visitors probably see at the New York Aquarium?
A．Penguins. B．Pandas. C．Dolphins. D．Seals.
2.Six adults (including a man of 68) and two children (aged 2 and 10) are going to visit the New York Aquarium on Sunday. They will have to pay ______________ at least.
A．$144 B．$133 C．$64 D．$119
3.The donation is used to ______________.
A．help the poor people
B．help to save the endangered animals in the wild
C．care for animals at the aquarium
D．help the disabled visitors
4.Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?
A．You can visit the New York Aquarium at 5:30 p.m. on Christmas.
B．A visitor in a wheelchair can get around at the New York Aquarium.
C．Visitors can enjoy free parking service on Friday.
D．To enjoy the group rate, visitors must make a reservation at least two weeks in advance by sending an e-mail.
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Hundreds of secondary schools are using a controversial reward scheme which “bribes” (贿赂)pupils with iPods and DVD players to turn up in classes and do homework.
Almost one million schoolchildren have been issued with supermarket-style reward cards which allow them to collect good-behavior “points” and cash them in for prizes.
Schools taking part in the “Vivo Miles” scheme are spending several thousand pounds a year in an attempt to cut truancy (逃学) and promote achievements. The prizes are ultimately funded by the taxpayer, through school budgets. Nearly 500 secondary schools, one in six, have decided to take part in the scheme, which is intended to replace old-style rewards such as stickers and golden stars.
But the extent of rewards being offered in schools brought a warning that a generation of children is growing up expecting to be rewarded at every stage. Many youngsters are collecting points for ordinary achievements such as remembering to bring their PE kit and wearing the correct uniform.
Under the scheme, teachers award Vivo points—worth 1 penny each—according to the school’s policy. Schools typically spend￡4 to￡6 on prizes per pupil each year, although some commit considerably more. Most pupils accumulate between 400 and 600 Vivos a year. Vivo Miles insists it is “pretty rare” for a pupil to accumulate enough points to buy an iPod, which requires 3,100 Vivos.
But Chris McGovern, chairman of the Campaign for Real Education, said the scheme amounted to “bribery”. “It misleads children into thinking anything which requires effort has to have a special reward,” he said. “This ‘all must have prizes’ view is damaging to children in the long-term.” The scheme amounted to an “admission of failure” by schools. He said. “It shows a school has failed to convince children education is important.”
1.The “Vivo Miles” scheme is aimed at ______________.
A．increasing the income of the school
B．encouraging students to perform well at school
C．inviting more students to attend the school nearby
D．encouraging parents to donate to the school
2.The underlined word “controversial” in the first paragraph can be replaced by __________.
A．arguable B．practical C．strange D．mature
3.Those who oppose the “Vivo Miles” scheme think ______________.
A．it helps control the problem of truancy
B．it teaches children the importance of saving
C．it will mislead children about efforts and rewards
D．it’s not easy to get more than 600 Vivos a year
4.What’s the writer’s attitude towards the scheme?
A．Supportive. B．Opposed. C．Unconcerned. D．Objective.
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How to Avoid Weight Gain Over Holidays
Do you love the holidays, but hate the pounds that follow? You are not alone. Holidays are times for feasting and celebrating. Many people are worried about their weight. ______1______ Whether you are celebrating at the office party or sitting down for the traditional family dinner, regard eating as a time for tasting a variety of foods. The idea is to enjoy the holidays but not to eat too much. You don’t have to turn away from the foods that you enjoy.
Here are some tips for preventing weight gain and maintaining physical fitness:
Don’t skip meals.
Before you leave home, have a small, low-fat meal or snack. ______2______
Control portions.
Use a small plate (about 10 inches) and put aside the large ones that may encourage you to “load up.” ______3______ Once you have your “tasting” serving, move away from the dining table. Doing so will make it less tempting (吸引人的) to be eating constantly as your appetite is inspired by the sight of food.
Begin with soup and fruit or vegetables.
Fill up beforehand with water-based soup and raw fruit or vegetables. Or drink a large glass of water before you eat to help you feel full.
Stick to physical activity.
______4______ A 20-minute walk after a meal can help burn off additional calories.
______5______
Dishes that look oily or creamy may have a large amount of fat. Choose lean meats. Fill your plate with salad and green vegetables. Use lemon juice instead of dressing or butter.
A．This may help to avoid getting too excited before delicious food.
B．You had better turn your attention away from delicious foods.
C．With proper planning, though, it is possible to keep normal weight during the holidays.
D．You should be most comfortable eating an amount of food about the size of your fist.
E. Avoid high-fat foods.
F. Don’t let exercise take a break during the holidays.
G. You’d better remember the Dos and Don’ts for keeping fit and slim.
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文中有10处语言错误, 每句中最多有两处。错误涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加: 在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧）, 并在其下写出该加的词。
删除: 把多余的词用斜线（\）划掉。
修改: 在错的词下划一横线, 并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意: 1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词;
2.只允许修改10处, 多者(从第11处起)不计分。
On Saturday afternoon, Li Hua and Wang Ping, members of “Green Eyes”, was having an environmental protection activity near the riverside when they catch sight of a bird on the ground. They picked it out and found it wounded. Think it might die without timely help, they took it to home. They made a nest for it but fed it on rice and water. The lucky bird recovered soon. When it was time for the bird to fly away, they felt pity but were very delightful. I think it’s worthwhile for him to do such a thing. Here I call on the public to show respects for nature. Only by changing the way which we treat the environment can we get along well with it.
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下面是光明中学的示意图，请你根据示意图和所给的附加信息，写一篇介绍光明中学校园的短文。
1) 校园到处种有树木和花草，校园环境优美安静;
2) 校园占地24000平方米;
3) 学校拥有近百年的历史，现有学生5000人，教职工300人左右。
参考词汇：教职工 teaching staff, 平方米 square meter
注意：1. 词数100左右；
2. 开头语已为你写好，不计入总词数。
Guangming High School is in the west of the city. When you enter the school gate, ________________________________________________________________________________
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