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London Underground and New York Subway are the best known public transport systems in the world. The two systems have many things in common, but there are also important differences.
The following table shows some of the similarities and differences.
Background
London Underground
New York Subway
Number of lines(路线)
12
25
Route miles
253
233
Work hours
20hours/ day
24 hours/ day
Passengers / year
1 billion
1.3 billion
Crashes (撞车) in last 10 years
None
At least six
Frequency(频率)
Every 2 minutes in rush hour
Every 1.55 –10 minutes during rush hour
1.The table above can’t be from .
A.a magazine B.a storybook C.a newspaper D.a guidebook
2.It’s to take an underground in London than to take a subway in New York.
A.much safer B.more dangerous C.as safe as D.as dangerous as
3.From the table we can know .
A.We can take an underground any time in London.
B.There are more people in New York than in London.
C.We shouldn’t take the subway because of the crashes.
D.There are more lines in New York than in London.
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There is an old tiger in the forest. He doesn’t want to look for food now. He often asks other animals to get him something to eat.
One day, he sees a monkey and says, “I am hungry, monkey. Go to the village and get me something to eat.” “ I can’t do that now, tiger,” the monkey says, “There is another tiger over there. He will not let me get anything for you to eat. I am afraid of him.” “What?” cries the old tiger. “Take me to that tiger. I will talk to him.” The monkey and the tiger get to the bridge over the river. “Now look down at the water.” Says the monkey. “Do you see the tiger?” “Yes, I do,” cries the old tiger. “I will eat him.” With these words, the tiger jumps into the river.
1.An old tiger lives .
A.in the zoo B.in the garden C.in the forest D.on the farm
2.How many tigers and monkeys are there in the story?
A.Two tigers and two monkeys. B.Two tigers and one monkey.
C.One tiger and two monkeys. D.One tiger and one monkey.
3.The monkey ________.
A.goes to get something to eat B.goes to the bridge with the tiger
C.knows there is another tiger D.tells the tiger to jump into the water
4.Which of the following is right?
A.The tiger is very clever. B.The monkey eats the tiger.
C.The tiger eats another tiger. D.The tiger jumps into the water.
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In the morning, Zack gets up. He looks at the clock. It is already eight o'clock. He is going to be late for school.
Zack quickly puts on his clothes and runs into the dining room. His mother is sitting at the table and listening to the radio. “Mum, why don't you wake me up?” Zack asks. “I'm going to be late for school. ” Mum smiles. “Look outside, Zack,” she says.
Zack walks over to the window. His eyes get big--everything outside is white! Everything is under the snow. It is very quiet and beautiful.
Mum says, “It is the biggest snow in 30 years. The radio says all schools are closed.” Zack says, “Oh, Mum, I need to go to see the bird feeder(鸟食罐) in the backyard. I don't know how birds can make it on such a snowy day.”
1.Zack gets up at _______ this morning.
A.6:00 B.7:00 C.8:00 D.8:30
2.Zack's mother is sitting in the dining room and _________
A.watching TV B.listening to the radio
C.reading the newspaper D.having breakfast
3.Zack gets up quickly because_________
A.he is very hungry B.he needs to cook breakfast
C.he wants to see his mother D.he thinks he is going to be late for school
4.From the reading we know that .
A.Jack feels worried about birds B.Jack feels worried about his lessons
C.Jack feels angry with his mother D.Jack doesn’t like to go to school
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Welcome to the National Zoo! It is a wonderful place to explore(探索) , Learn and relax. Enjoy your visit! Here are our rules to help you have an enjoyable and safe experience.
No pets
Don't bring your pets to the zoo. Your pets will disturb the animals here And they may feel worried. If you take your pets to the zoo, we will let you go.
Walk！Don't ride
Only people in wheelchairs(轮椅) and kids in strollers(折叠式婴儿车) can get to ride around the zoo.
No smoking
If you smoke in the zoo, something may be on fire. Don't do that!
Don't feed the animals
Our animals have healthy diets. Human food may make them sick.
Respect barriers(栅栏)
Barriers between you and our animals are to protect(保护) you and the animals from harm. Remember that our animals are wild animals.
Don't litter
Put all of your rubbish in bins. Help us to keep our zoo clean.
Photographs
You can take photos here and share the great memories with your family and friends.
1.The Chinese meaning of the underlined word "disturb" is “_______”.
A.使高兴 B.使兴奋 C.使不安 D.使悲伤
2.What can we do in the zoo?
A.Smoke. B.Play with our pets. C.Ride bikes. D.Take photos.
3."Remember that our animals are wild animals." wants to tell us that_______.
A.the animals are very strong B.the animals are very dangerous
C.the animals are very clever D.the animals are very friendly
4.Who are the main readers?
A.Visitors. B.Scientists. C.Babies. D.Animal trainers.
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