TS said that everyone has a changing circle o...

TS said that everyone has a changing circle of friends. However, no matter how frequently we renew our phone books, some names always remain. These names remind us of the good times we spent together with our friends. Though we may not see them every  day, they will always stay in our hearts.

Tom was often called "Big Head" at school because of his extraordinarily large head. He was one of my close friends at primary school. But since graduation, we have been studying in different cities and haven't seen each other for a long time.

Several days ago, I received an e-mail saying that my former classmates from primary school were holding a party to get together and chat about past memories. I was so excited because [ would get to see Tom again. What would he look like now? Would we still feel as close to each other as we had done back then? I was a little frightened about what I would find.

When I arrived at the party, I did manage to recognize Tom. However, he was much taller than he had been before. What's more, his head was no longer big.

"Hi, Buddy. Do you recognize me?" Tom walked towards me.

"Of course. How could I ever forget our ' Big Head' ," I said jokingly, "But where has your big head gone?"

"Haha, maybe it didn't keep up with the steps of time and stayed in the past," Tom patted his own head and answered with a laugh.

All my misgivings suddenly disappeared. I realized that time had changed us outwardly, but our friendship hadn't changed at all. I chatted happily with Tom about our shared experiences in primary school.

Then I looked around the small room and saw different faces, both familiar and unfamiliar, but none of them the faces of strangers. The whole party was filled with a warm atmosphere. Everyone was lost in the sweet memories of childhood. They forgot all their present-day stresses and pressures.

"Hey, what are you thinking about? Come and get some pizza!" A call from a friend woke me up from my thoughts. I hurried towards the table. "Wait! That biggest piece is mine!"

1.Why are some names always in our phone books?

A．Because everyone has a changing circle of friends.

B．Because we sometimes forget to renew phone books.

C．Because we'll never forget some of our friends.

D．Because our circle of friends will not change.

2.According to the passage, which of the following statements is TRUE?

A．Tom has changed a lot since primary school.

B．Tom invited the author to the get-together party by email.

C．The author recognized Tom immediately because of his big head.

D．Tom couldn't recognize the author at the first sight.

3.What does the underlined word "misgiving" mean (in para. 8 )?

A．expectation and excitement               B．worries and doubts

C．stresses and pressures                   D．shyness and nervousness

4.The author writes the last paragraph to show

A．others can't understand what the author is thinking about

B．The pizzas are not adequate for everyone in the party

C．the author wants to have a big pizza very much

D．the author enjoys the warm atmosphere of the party greatly

5.Which of the following proverbs can be used to conclude this passage.'?

A．A friend in need is a friend indeed.          B．Time reveals a person's heart.

C．Friends are like wine; the older, the better.    D．A faithful friend is hard to find.

高三英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

Everyone who has lived or worked overseas understands that travel is an enriching and life-changing experience, 1. That frustration often stems from culture shock, but being able to identify the symptoms can help you ease the discomfort and anxiety of living in a new place. There are four main stages of culture shock while studying abroad that occur at different times for each person.

The Honeymoon Stage. This is when everything is new and fascinating about your host country. It’s at this stage that you may fall in love with Italian pizza or the Irish accent. 2. You’re fascinated by similarities and differences between the host country and your home.

The Crisis (危机) Stage. This is when the differences between your home culture and the host country become apparent and feelings of frustration (沮丧)or anxiety occurs. You really want a jelly sandwich to remind you of home, but you realize your host country doesn’t have it anywhere. They don’t know your sense of humor. 3.

4. At this stage, you become familiar with your surroundings and develop a routine. The same concerns will occur, but you will be better equipped to handle them. You have more friends, increased social skills and you’ve even become an explorer of the culture. You’ve regained your confidence, become more independent, competent and culturally sensitive. The Mastery Stage. Congratulations! You’ve adjusted to the host culture. You’ve taken an inward and outward journey that has led to immeasurable personal growth. You’re now able to live and work to your maximum potential.

5. You can confidently speak and understand most colloquial English. You’ve developed meaningful friendships. You’ve settled. You belong.

A. The Depression Stage

B. The Adjustment Stage

C. Nobody knows the real you

D. but it can also be frustrating

E. but it may be costly to live in a new culture

F. You’re no longer distressed by cultural differences

G. You’re thrilled by new sights, sounds, smells and events

高三英语七选五中等难度题查看答案及解析

President Obama has said that he had discussed his administration's desire for _____ orderly change to _____ more open government in Egypt．

A．/; the                           B．an; a           C．the ; /       D．the ;an

高三英语单项填空中等难度题查看答案及解析

Every so often, mankind comes up with really good inventions that have changed our daily lives. However, the U.S. Patent Office has issued over 7. 5 million patents, and not all of them are quite so celebrated. Some good, some bad, and some crazy! The following lists some of the more unusual ideas that have come along.

Snake Leash

In 2002, a patent was issued for a snake-walking leash. There are at least two major problems with this idea.　 1) Dog leashes fit securely between the head and shoulders. A snake does not have shoulders; so it might slither away. 2) Dogs are OK for public places because they are social animals, and people like them. Snakes are not OK for public places because they are not social, and some people are terrified of them.

Stadium Helmet

Americans are known for our love of sports. Unfortunately, good tickets to games are expensive, and some fans have to sit in the nosebleed sections. This invention, patented in 2000, is designed for these fans.　 Featuring a built-in radio, binoculars(望远镜) , a cooling fan,　 and a helmet for falling litter, this design transforms the stadium experience.

Bacon Alarm Clock

When you think about it, waking to the dreadful, blaring noise of an alarm clock is a terrible way to start the day. However; this clock could change that. You simply put a piece of frozen bacon in the alarm clock, set the alarm, and go to sleep. The clock gently wakes you up with the mouthwatering smell of bacon the next morning, just like waking up on a Sunday morning to the smell of Mom cooking breakfast. Who said there’s no time to eat breakfast?

Toilet Lock

In 1969, a patent was issued for a really bad idea – the toilet seat lock. First of all, fishing for your keys when you have to go seems very unpleasant. Then there is the possibility of losing the key altogether. What about guests? Just think that you would have to ask permission for the bathroom. Of course, there is the ultimate question: Why would you lock it in the first place?

Humana Bird Feeder

People have always admired the gracefulness and beauty of birds, and bird watching is a popular hobby. Unfortunately, getting up close and personal is a challenge. That is, until now.　 In 1999, a patent was issued for a helmet with birdfeeders attached to it. Although there may be a design flaw (缺陷) (turning the head to see the birds would probably frighten them), this invention could change the way of bird watching.

1.Snake Leash was designed to　　　　　　　　 .

A. catch a snake　　 B. keep off a snake

C. take a snake for a walk　　 D. keep dogs and snakes together

2.What can be inferred about the nosebleed sections?　　　　 .

A. They are for fans who have no tickets.

B. They are for fans who have poor eyesight.

C. They are close to the center of a stadium.

D. They are far from the center of a stadium.

3.What is the use of Human Bird Feeder?

A. To watch birds near enough.　　 '

B. To feed birds personally.

C. To communicate with birds.

D. To hide from birds.

4.Which of the following inventions can help to save your time?

A. Toilet Lock.　　 B. Stadium Helmt.

C. Snake Leash.　　 D. Bacon Alarm Clock.

高三英语阅读理解困难题查看答案及解析

The internet has made ____ possible for everyone to talk with friends miles away.

A. that　　　 B. this　　 C. one　　　 D. it

高三英语单项填空中等难度题查看答案及解析

I can still remember every change of intonation whenever I recall what that old lady said to me, “Life may give me up, but I’ll never give up my life.”

She was admitted to hospital because of her stroke（中风）for the second time, which also meant that I need to spend a lot of 　　 with her.

Honestly, she was a good patient, with no complaint, no 　　 requirements, and she always cooperated with me very well, which I 　 　 very much. And she always held an optimistic point of view toward her condition, 　　 I guessed she knew that there wouldn’t be much improvement. I actually asked why in a 　　 way, and she said to me the very sentence. It was not spoken very clearly, since her stroke had 　　 the movement of her tongue. I was not moved then, since after spending a few months in this hospital, I was almost 　　 .

And that old lady had 　　 stroke a few days later, which made her unable to speak or move anymore. I thought she would be 　　 as others, lying there, waiting the day, and crying sometimes. But I was wrong. She still held that someday, somehow, she would fully 　　 , though both she and I knew the possibility for that was extremely small.

Then, the very sentence she said 　　 to me. A patient with absolute no hope still held the optimistic aspect in her life, regardless how 　　 it was. How could I lead my life in that way? Since then, I’ve tried harder and worked harder. I would not give up my life either.

1.A. Chance　　　　　　 B. time　　　　　　　　　　　　 C. life　　　　　　 D. money

2.A. practical　　　　　 B. unreasonable　 C. acceptable D. meaningful

3.A. Enjoyed　　　　　 B. suffered C. appreciated D. congratulated

4.A. so　　　　　　　 B. as　　　　　　　　　　　　 C. since　　　 D. though

5.A. brave　　　　　　　 B. daring C. secret　　　 D. cautious

6.A. Affected　　　　　 B. disturbed C. improved D. increased

7.A. Indifferent　　　　 B. frightened C. concerned D. anxious

8.A. other　　　　　　　 B. another C. few　　　 D. little

9.A. Silently　　　　　　 B. painfully C. exactly　　　 D. patiently

10.A. Operate　　　　　 B. succeed C. understand D. recover

11.A. lived up　　　　　 B. looked forward C. made sense D. worked out

12.A. expected　　　　 B. negative C. strange　　　 D. Unlikely

高三英语完形填空中等难度题查看答案及解析

B

Capturing the Memories

　Almost everyone has heard of MySpace.com.It allows friends to connect with each other.But did you ever wonder where the idea for this website came from? It is modeled after high school yearbooks.

　A yearbook is a book used to record memories of a specific class.For example,I graduated from Manchester West High School in 2001.My yearbook is dedicated(献给) to my senior class.In this book you will find a picture of all my classmates.

　Alongside your picture,you can put a quote that is important to you.Next to the quote and your photo is a list of your school and sports activities.Later in the book are pages dedicated to teams and organizations.For example,the girls football team has a page of pictures and memories.

　After you receice the yearbook,you go around and have your friends sign it and write letters to you.This will remind you about the many adventures you had with your friends. Although, 40 years ago,a girl wrote a loving message in my father's yearbook but when he showed me it,he didn't remember who the girl was!

　But the yearbook is the final memory for seniors,so it will often be the one reminder of your high school years that you carry with you throughout life.In my mother's yearbook she still has,pressed between the pages,the flower her date gave her at her senior prom. That was in 1967.

　High school is a magical time.It is when we experience many of the important moments of your lives.Our first kiss.Driving for the first time.Our first big success.Out first major hearbreak.Unlike MySpace,which can constantly be updated,a yearbook captures these special moments in our lives and holds on to them forever so that we may never forget.Because,honestly , we will never want to.

　60.What does the passage mainly focus on?

　A.The characteristics of MySpace.com.

　B.The members who set up MySpace.com.

　C.The differences between MySpace.com and a yearbook.

　D.The introduction to yearbooks.

　61.All of the following will be included in a school yearbook except ______.

　A.some interesting stories of famous actors

　B.a picture of classmates

　C.an activity of playing table tennis

　D.some significant successes

　62.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

　A.People keep a yearbook just for fun.

　B.The yearbook follows the example of MySpace.com.

　C.A yearbook can help you remember the great moments you shared with classmates.

　D.The yearbook is more popular than MySpace.com in American high school.

　63.The word "captures" in the last paragraph most probably means ______.

　A.arrests B.gains C.preserves D.films

高三英语阅读理解简单题查看答案及解析

– It is said that Frank is very rich and is always changing his private cars .What is he?

–_______ of a manager, I am not sure.

A. Somebody　　　　     B. Anyone　　　　　　　     C. Something 　　　     D. Anything

高三英语单项填空中等难度题查看答案及解析

American public education has changed in recent years. One change is that increasing numbers of American parents and teachers are starting independent public schools called charter schools.

In 1991, there were no charter schools in the Unite States. Today, more than 2300 charter schools operate in 34 states and the District of Columbia. 575000 students attend these schools. The students are from 5 years of age through 18 or older.

A charter school is created by groups of parents, teachers and community members. It is similar in some ways to a traditional public school. It receives tax money to operate a number of students. The charter school must prove to local or state governments that its students are learning. These governments provide the school with the agreement, or charter that permits it to operate.

Unlike a traditional public school, however, the charter school does not have to obey most laws governing public schools. Local, state or federal governments cannot tell it what to teach.

Each school can choose its own goals and decide the ways it wants to reach those goals. Class sizes are usually smaller than in many traditional public schools. Many students and parents say teachers in charter schools can be more creative.

However, state education agencies, local education-governing committees and unions often oppose charter schools. They say these schools may receive money badly needed by traditional public schools. Experts say some charter schools are doing well while others are struggling.

Congress provided 200 million dollars for establishing charter schools in the 2006 federal budget. But, often the schools say they lack enough money for programs. Many also lack needed space. District officials say they have provided 14 former school buildings for charter education. Yet charter school supporters say officials should try harder to find more space.

Title ________ ________

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Everyone knows the smart black-and-white dog that sits on top of a red doghouse with his best friend---a bird called Woodstock.

Created by the American cartoonist Charles Schulz in 1950, the clever dog is loved by generations of kids and adults. He speaks more than 20 languages and appears daily in 26,000 newspapers around the world.

When Snoopy first appeared, he was not different form other pet dogs. But two years later, he had begun to speak with simple words and sounds. By 1957 he could walk on two legs and was going to school with his master, Charlie Brown, who failed in just about everything. Later he learned to use the typewriter.

Snoopy has done lots of jobs. He has been a bow-tie wearing lawyer, a tennis player, an Olympic figure skater, a world famous grocery checkout clerk, a pilot and even the first astronaut on the moon.

However, Snoopy has always dreamed of being a famous writer. The beginning of his story is always, “It was a dark and stormy night…” Unfortunately for him no one has ever wanted to publish the story.

In love, Snoopy is as much of a failure as Charlie Brown is at baseball. He easily falls in love but always has his heart broken. He eats to forget, but it never works.

Snoopy is an insightful, feel-good and sometimes sad dog. If you think a little about words, you might find them full of life lessons. Among his most famous lines are “To live is to dance, to dance is to live.” And “Yesterday I was a dog. Today I’m a dog. Tomorrow I’ll probably still be a dog. Sigh! There’s so little hope for advancement”.

1. Snoopy has done all the following jobs except ____________.

A. a lawyer        B. a player      C. a clerk      D. a writer

2. From the passage, we can learn that _________.

A. Snoopy is always a sad dog           B. Snoopy can not speak in the beginning

C. Snoopy often dreams of true love      D. Snoopy is a real smart pet dog

3. It can be inferred that Snoopy ____________.

A. has many bird friends and relatives     B. is a well-known writer and clerk

C. has been unfortunate since it was born   D. is very popular in the whole world

4.The word “advancement” in the last paragraph probably means__________.

A. success      B. progress      C. growth      D. popularity

高三英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析