The word “day” has two meanings. When we talk about the number of days in a year, we are using “day” to mean 24 hours. But when we talk about day and night, we are using “day” to mean the time between sunrise and sunset. Since the earth looks like a ball, the sun can shine on only half of it at a time. Always one half of the earth is having day and the other half night. A place is moved from day into night and from night into day over and over by the spinning(旋转) of the earth. At the equator(赤道) day and night are sometimes the same length. They are each twelve hours long. The sun rises at 6 in the morning and sets at 6 in the evening. For six months the North Pole is tilted(倾斜) toward the sun. In those months the Northern Hemisphere(半球) gets more hours of sunlight than the Southern Hemisphere. Days are longer than nights. South of the equator nights are longer than days. For the other six months the North Pole is tilted away from the sun. Then the Southern Hemisphere gets more sunlight. Days are longer than night. North of the equator nights are longer than days. Winter is the season of long nights. Summer is the season of long days.
1.When the Western Hemisphere is having day, the Eastern Hemisphere is having ______.
A.both day and night B.day C.neither day nor night D.night
2.A place is moved from day into night and from night into day over and over by ______ of the earth.
A.the pushing B.the pulling C.the spinning D.the passing
3.At the equator day is as long as night ______.
A.sometimes B.never C.usually D.always
4.When the North Pole is tilted toward the sun, the Northern Hemisphere gets _____ sunlight.
A.less B.more C.all D.no
5.When it is winter in China, ______.
A. the USA is tilted toward the sun
B. the South Pole is tilted away from the sun
C. the North Pole is tilted toward the sun
D. the North Pole is tilted away from the sun
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The word “day” has two meanings. When we talk about the number of days in a year, we are using “day” to mean 24 hours. But when we talk about day and night, we are using “day” to mean the time between sunrise and sunset. Since the earth looks like a ball, the sun can shine on only half of it at a time. Always one half of the earth is having day and the other half night. A place is moved from day into night and from night into day over and over by the spinning(旋转) of the earth. At the equator(赤道) day and night are sometimes the same length. They are each twelve hours long. The sun rises at 6 in the morning and sets at 6 in the evening. For six months the North Pole is tilted(倾斜) toward the sun. In those months the Northern Hemisphere(半球) gets more hours of sunlight than the Southern Hemisphere. Days are longer than nights. South of the equator nights are longer than days. For the other six months the North Pole is tilted away from the sun. Then the Southern Hemisphere gets more sunlight. Days are longer than night. North of the equator nights are longer than days. Winter is the season of long nights. Summer is the season of long days.
1.When the Western Hemisphere is having day, the Eastern Hemisphere is having ______.
A.both day and night B.day C.neither day nor night D.night
2.A place is moved from day into night and from night into day over and over by ______ of the earth.
A.the pushing B.the pulling C.the spinning D.the passing
3.At the equator day is as long as night ______.
A.sometimes B.never C.usually D.always
4.When the North Pole is tilted toward the sun, the Northern Hemisphere gets _____ sunlight.
A.less B.more C.all D.no
5.When it is winter in China, ______.
A. the USA is tilted toward the sun
B. the South Pole is tilted away from the sun
C. the North Pole is tilted toward the sun
D. the North Pole is tilted away from the sun
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When we talk about someone’s personality , we mean the ways ________ he or she acts, speaks , thinks and feels that make that person different from others.
A. how B. / C. which D. why
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A friend and I were talking about our trip in the airport, when behind us we heard two small children screaming at the top of their voices, “Daddy! Daddy! Daddy!” we turned to see that the “Daddy” they were to see was their soldier father who was obviously returning from a in the desert.
They to him and jumped into his arms. They hugged him and kissed him. He hugged them and kissed them. They could not tell him everything they wanted to tell him enough. He kneeled down to their level and hugs and kisses the little girl and her younger brother crawling(爬) on his back and shoulders.
The soldier’s young wife and mother of the two children patiently, allowing the children to enjoy this with their daddy. When turn came, they hugged and kissed each other. At one point I thought about applauding(鼓掌) as a way of thanking the family for their sacrifice(牺牲;贡献) and his safe return, but it seemed . This was a private moment by everyone in that part of the . We were all frozen and immersed (沉浸在)in the joy of the moment. We simply allowed this soldier, his wife, and their two children the freedom to their joy without limit.
Oh, it should be noted that their mom and dad reconnected, the little boy was crawling up his dad’s back and the little girl stood next to them jumping up and down her next moment with her dad. I felt with the opportunity to see the unlimited joy of a little boy, a little girl, a loving wife, and a travel weary soldier. Blessed, but also ashamed of the of that kind of joy in my own life.
1.A. Doubtfully B. Disagreeably C. Naturally D. Unexpectedly
2.A. excited B. surprised C. polite D. brave
3.A. search B. tour C. holiday D. trade
4.A. danced B. walked C. ran D. marched
5.A. early B. slowly C. clearly D. quickly
6.A. in all B. at all C. in sight D. in between
7.A. took turns B. took action C. went on D. insisted on
8.A. stood up B. stood out C. stood around D. stood by
9.A. achievement B. honor C. reunion D. party
10.A. his B. their C. my D. her
11.A. celebrating B. missing C. memorizing D. supporting
12.A. useless B. improper C. unpleasant D. unnecessary
13.A. created B. shared C. showed D. seized
14.A. airport B. street C. house D. world
15.A. in private B. in time C. in person D. in advance
16.A. use B. deliver C. publish D. express
17.A. why B. how C. as D. if
18.A. in expectation of B. in honor of C. in place of D. in memory of
19.A. lucky B. puzzled C. blessed D. amused
20.A. performance B. presence C. existence D. absence
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Here below we will talk about the American expressions using the word “Dutch”. Many of the “Dutch” expressions heard in American English were first used in England in the seventeenth century. Britain used to be called “empire on which the sun never sets”,which gained its supreme(至高无上的) power mostly by its naval(海军的 )military forces. The period of the Anglo-Dutch Wars was a time of fierce naval competition between England and the Netherlands. At that time, the British used “Dutch” as a word for something bad, or false, or mistaken.
A “Dutch agreement” was one made between men who had drunk too much alcohol. “Dutch courage” was the false courage produced by the effects of drinking alcohol. And “Dutch leave” was what a solider took when he left his base(基地)without permission.
Some of these old expressions are still used today with a little different meaning. “Dutch treat” is one example. Long ago, a Dutch treat was a dinner at which the invited guests were expected to pay for their own share of the food and drink. Now, Dutch treat means that when friends go out to have fun, each person pays his own share.
Another common expression heard a few years ago was “in Dutch”, which simply referred to the country then. Nowadays, if someone says to you, you are in Dutch, they are telling you that you were in trouble. An important person, a parent or teacher perhaps, is angry with you.
Some of the Dutch expressions heard in American English have nothing to do with the Dutch people at all. In the 1700s, Germans who moved to the United States often were called Dutch. This happened because of mistakes in understanding and saying the word “Deutsch”, the German word for German. Families of these German people still live in the eastern United States, many in the state of Pennsylvania. They are known as the Pennsylvania Dutch.
During the American Civil War, supporters of the northern side in the central state of Missouri were called Dutch, because many of them were German settlers. In California, during the Gold Rush, the term Dutch was used to describe Germans, Swedes, and Norwegians as well as people from the Netherlands.
President Theodore Roosevelt once noted that anything foreign and non-English was called Dutch.One expression still in use, “to talk to someone like a Dutch uncle”, did come from the Dutch.The Dutch were known for the firm way they raise their children. So if someone speaks to you like a Dutch uncle, he is speaking in a very severe way. And you should listen to him carefully.
1.According to paragraph 1, the British used “Dutch” as a word for something bad and mistaken because ___________.
A.it was the long-lasting habit of the British language. |
B.the Netherlands was the closest rival(竞争对手) for naval supremacy then. |
C.there was a close connection between “Dutch” and “Deutsch”. |
D.anything foreign and non-English was called “Dutch”. |
2.Most probably, a man with Dutch courage would _________.
A.invite his friends to dinner. |
B.beat a strange passer-by without any reason. |
C.speak to a Dutch uncle. |
D.become angry with the teacher. |
3.Which one of the following has nothing to do with the Dutch?
A.The expression “to talk to someone like a Dutch uncle”. |
B.When friends go out to have fun, they choose Dutch treat. |
C.Germans who moved to the United States were called Dutch. |
D.A solider took “Dutch leave” during wars. |
4.What is mainly talked about in the passage?
A.Language causes of the Anglo-Dutch Wars |
B.Language of the Netherlands |
C.Deutsch VS Dutch |
D.Dutch expressions in American English |
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The word “conservation” has a thrifty meaning. To conserve is to save and protect, to leave what we ourselves enjoy in such a good condition that others may also share the enjoyment. Our forefathers had no idea that human population would increase faster than the supplies of raw materials: most of them, even until very recently, had the foolish idea that the treasures were “limitless” and could “last forever”. Most of the citizens of earlier generations knew little or nothing about the complicated and delicate system that runs all through nature, and which means that, as in a living body, an unhealthy condition of one part will sooner or later be harmful to all the others.
Fifty years ago, nature study was not part of school work; scientific forestry was a new idea; wood was still cheap because it could be brought in any quantity from distant woodlands; soil destruction and river floods were not national problems; nobody had yet studied long-term climatic cycles in relation to proper land use; even the word “conservation” had nothing of the meaning that it has for us today.
For the sake of ourselves and those who will come after us, we must now set about correcting the mistakes of our forefathers. Conservation should be made part of everybody's daily life. To know about the water table (水位) in ground is just as important to us as a knowledge of the basic math formulas(公式). We need to know why all watersheds (上游集水区) need the protection of plant life and why the running current of streams and rivers must be made to give their full benefit to the soil before they finally escape to the sea. We need to be taught the duty of planting trees as well as of cutting them. We need to know the importance of big, grown trees, because living space for most of man's fellow creatures on this planet is figured not only in square measure of surface but also in cubic(立方体的) volume above the earth. In a word, it should be our goal to restore as much of the original beauty of nature as we can.
1.The author's attitude towards the use of natural resources is_________.
A.positive | B.uninterested | C.optimistic | D.critical |
2.According to the author, the greatest mistake of our forefathers was that________.
A.they had no idea about scientific forestry |
B.they had little or no sense of environmental protection |
C.they were not aware of the importance of nature study |
D.they had no idea of how to make good use of raw materials |
3.To avoid repeating the mistakes of our forefathers, the author suggests that ________.
A.we plant more trees |
B.natural sciences be taught to everybody |
C.environmental education be given to everybody |
D.we return to nature |
4.How can you understand the underlined sentence in the last paragraph?
A.Our living space on the earth is getting smaller and smaller. |
B.Our living space should be measured in cubic volume. |
C.We need to take some measures to protect space. |
D.We must preserve good living condition for both birds and animals. |
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The word “conservation” has a thrifty meaning. To conserve is to save and protect, to leave what we ourselves enjoy in such a good condition that others may also share the enjoyment. Our forefathers had no idea that human population would increase faster than the supplies of raw materials: most of them, even until very recently, had the foolish idea that the treasures were “limitless” and could “last forever”. Most of the citizens of earlier generations knew little or nothing about the complicated and delicate system that runs all through nature, and which means that, as in a living body, an unhealthy condition of one part will sooner or later be harmful to all the others.
Fifty years ago, nature study was not part of the school work; scientific forestry was a new idea; wood was still cheap because it could be brought in any quantity from distant woodlands; soil destruction and river floods were not national problems; nobody had yet studied long-term climatic cycles in relation to proper land use; even the word “conservation” had nothing of the meaning that it has for us today.
For the sake of ourselves and those who will come after us, we must now set about correcting the mistakes of our forefathers. Conservation should be made part of everybody’s daily life. To know about the water table in ground is just as important to us as a knowledge of the basic math formulas. We need to know why all watersheds (上游集水区) need the protection of plant life and why the running current of streams and rivers must be made to give their full benefit to the soil before they finally escape to the sea. We need to be taught the duty of planting trees as well as of cutting them. We need to know the importance of big, grown trees, because living space for most of man’s fellow creatures on this planet is figured not only in square measure of surface but also in cubic (立方体的) volume above the earth. In a word, it should be our goal to restore as much of the original beauty of nature as we can.
1.The author’s attitude towards the use of natural resources is _________.
A. positive B. uninterested C. optimistic D. critical
2.According to the author, the greatest mistake of our forefathers was that _________.
A. they had no idea about scientific forestry
B. they had little or no sense of environmental protection
C. they were not aware of the importance of nature study
D. they had no idea of how to make good use of raw materials
3.To avoid repeating the mistakes of our forefathers, the author suggests that _________.
A. we plant more trees
B. natural sciences be taught to everybody
C. environmental education be directed toward everyone
D. we return to nature
4.How can you understand the underlined sentence in the last paragraph?
A. Our living space on the earth is getting smaller and smaller.
B. Our living space should be measured in cubic volume.
C. We need to take some measures to protect space.
D. We must preserve good living conditions for both birds and animals.
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The word “conservation” has a thrifty meaning. To conserve is to save and protect, to leave what we ourselves enjoy in such a good condition that others may also share the enjoyment. Our forefathers had no idea that human population would increase faster than the supplies of raw materials: most of them, even until very recently, had the foolish idea that the treasures were “limitless” and could “last forever”. Most of the citizens of earlier generations knew little or nothing about the complicated and delicate system that runs all through nature, and which means that, as in a living body, an unhealthy condition of one part will sooner or later be harmful to all the others.
Fifty years ago, nature study was not part of school work; scientific forestry was a new idea; wood was still cheap because it could be brought in any quantity from distant woodlands; soil destruction and river floods were not national problems; nobody had yet studied long-term climatic cycles in relation to proper land use; even the word “conservation” had nothing of the meaning that it has for us today.
For the sake of ourselves and those who will come after us, we must now set about correcting the mistakes of our forefathers. Conservation should be made part of everybody's daily life. To know about the water table (水位) in ground is just as important to us as a knowledge of the basic math formulas(公式). We need to know why all watersheds (上游集水区) need the protection of plant life and why the running current of streams and rivers must be made to give their full benefit to the soil before they finally escape to the sea. We need to be taught the duty of planting trees as well as of cutting them. We need to know the importance of big, grown trees, because living space for most of man's fellow creatures on this planet is figured not only in square measure of surface but also in cubic(立方体的) volume above the earth. In a word, it should be our goal to restore as much of the original beauty of nature as we can.
1.The author's attitude towards the use of natural resources is_________.
A.positive | B.uninterested | C.optimistic | D.critical |
2.According to the author, the greatest mistake of our forefathers was that________.
A.they had no idea about scientific forestry |
B.they had little or no sense of environmental protection |
C.they were not aware of the importance of nature study |
D.they had no idea of how to make good use of raw materials |
3.To avoid repeating the mistakes of our forefathers, the author suggests that ________.
A.we plant more trees |
B.natural sciences be taught to everybody |
C.environmental education be given to everybody |
D.we return to nature |
4.How can you understand the underlined sentence in the last paragraph?
A.Our living space on the earth is getting smaller and smaller. |
B.Our living space should be measured in cubic volume. |
C.We need to take some measures to protect space. |
D.We must preserve good living condition for both birds and animals. |
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______ has been reported in the newspaper, they were about to have peace talks between the two countries when an accident happened.
A.It | B.As | C.That | D.What |
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When talking about colds (感冒), maybe some people say it is very common. During the cold winter days, many people will complain (抱怨) the cold winter makes them catch a cold, and what they feel upset are not only the headache, cough but also the runny nose. It is so embarrassing when they forget to take a handkerchief or tissue along with them.
Want to stay away from colds? Put on a happy face.
Compared to unhappy people, those who are cheerful and relaxed are less likely to suffer from colds, according to a new study. It's possible that being happy helps the body fight illnesses, say the researchers from New York University.
"It seems that positive (积极的) feelings may reduce (减少) the danger of illness, " said the study's chief researcher Sheldon Cohen.
In an earlier study, Cohen found that people who were cheerful and lively caught coughs and colds less often. People who showed feelings were also less likely to tell their doctors that they felt ill.
In this study, Cohen has interviewed 193 adults every day for two weeks. During the interviews, the people told researchers that they were given colds by doctors and had to stay alone in a room for six days.
The results showed that everyone in the study was equally (相等地) likely to get ill. But for people who said they felt happy during the research period, their illness are less serious and lasted for a shorter time.
Cohen believes that when people experience positive feelings, their body may produce a chemical that helps fight illness and disease. So if you are worried about your health, look on the brighter side more often.
1.The underline part in Paragraph 5 is probably means ______ .
A.were sad B.were bad-tempered
C.were thoughtful D.were outgoing
2.What did the study find? ______
A.People who felt happy never got ill.
B.People with positive feelings had less serious illnesses.
C.People with good feelings became ill more easily.
D.People's feelings didn't influence their health.
3.According to Cohen, which of the following may help fight illness? ______
A.Eating. B.Laughing
C.Crying D.Sleeping.
4.What is the best title for this passage? ______
A.Smiles can fight colds B.Cause of colds found
C.The danger of colds D.How people get sick
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Today we talk about a time when half the world is waking from the dark, cold winter months. Spring! We often describe “spring” as a time of rebirth, renewal and awakening. Many trees are blossoming and early flowers are pushing through the earth. Things are coming to life!
But the word “spring” is not just a season. It is also a verb that means something going on or coming out quickly. When you put “spring” and “life” together, you will get “spring to life”. This expression means something suddenly becomes very active or perhaps seems more alive! You may “spring to life” after hearing that a distant friend will be visiting you. Or maybe your favorite soccer team finally “sprang to life” in the second half, played well and won the match.
Now, besides being a season and a verb the noun “spring” refers to a metal coil (线圈) that is wound tightly. When the coil unwinds, it often jumps. So, we often say a person “has a spring in his step” if he is lively and active. He might even appear to jump, or bounce a little when he walks.
There is another way we use “spring” as a description. In the case of a “spring chicken”, “spring” means young. However, “spring chicken” is also an informal, humorous way to refer to someone who isn’t young at all. So, we use this expression in the negative form, as in “no spring chicken”. For example, let’s say you know an 85-year-old man who decides to run a marathon, even though he has never exercised before. You could say, “That’s amazing! After all, he’s no spring chicken.”
But be careful when using this expression. It could be a little disrespectful. Let’s say your boss shows you a picture of his wife, and you say, “Wow, she’s no spring chicken.” That response would be disrespectful and a bad career move.
1.What does “spring” mean in the expression “spring to life”?
A. The season after winter.
B. Being young and healthy.
C. A tightly wound metal coil.
D. To occur or appear quickly.
2.What is the passage mainly about?
A. The origin of the word “spring”
B. The meaning of the season “spring”.
C. Some expressions with the word “spring”.
D. Some characteristics of the season “spring”.
3.How does someone feel when he “has a spring in his step”?
A. Angry B. Surprised
C. Happy D. Frightened
4.What can be inferred from the last paragraph?
A. Being young is a great advantage in career development.
B. Women may feel offended when described as “no spring chicken”.
C. Using “spring-related” expressions in conversations seems impolite.
D. Expressions with the word “spring” are always disrespectful to others.
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