There is really little doubt that the British...

There is really little doubt that the British are different from other members of the European Community as some recent statistics demonstrate(说明). Take marriage for instance. Nowhere else in Europe—except for Portugal—has fewer marriages. Yet Britain has the highest divorce rate-almost half of all marriages end up on the rocks. Italian couples are six times more likely to stick together. Of those who divorce, British men seem far more willing to take another chance than women divorcées.

However, Britain measures up pretty well in other departments. It is the second safest place in Europe to drive a car, beaten only by Norway. There are many more fatal road accidents in France, Spain and Portugal. Also, the reputation the British have for being work-shy is not confirmed(确认) by statistics. At an average of forty-four hours a week they beat even the hard-working Germans by four hours. Unfortunately, there is a downside to this. Britain and Holland share the worst rates of job absenteeism(旷工) in the whole of Europe. The Dutch　 and the British, so alike in many superficial(表面的) senses, differ markedly in one area: The British lock up twice as many people as the Dutch do.

1.Which country seems to have the most safe marriages?

A. Portugal　　 B. Italy

C. Britain　　 D. France

2.Divorced men in Britain ______ .

A. usually do not get married again

B. are more likely to marry again than divorced women

C. generally remarry women who have not already been married

D. are usually willing to live with women divorcées

3.Which of these countries has the worst road accident record?

A. France　　 B. Norway

C. Britain　　 D. Italy

4.Which of these statements is true?

A. The British work as many hours as the Germans.

B. Britain has Europe's best road safety record.

C. Britain is tougher on criminals than Dutch.

D. The British work fewer hours than the Germans.

5.Which people appear to be the most conscientious(勤恳的) workers?

A. The Dutch.　　 B. The French.

C. The Spanish.　　 D. The British.

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When we hear the word “pyramid”(金字塔) there is little doubt that Egypt(埃及) and the desert come to mind. Did you know, however, that continents and oceans away — in what is today Central America and Mexico — people also built pyramids? While they look somewhat different from the ones we see in Egypt, they also were built with great skill.

The pyramids of Central America were built by the Mayan(玛雅) and Aztec(阿芝台克) peoples, as well as other smaller groups. Both Mayan and Aztec cultures built pyramids for their gods. They thought that building higher pyramids would allow them to get close to heaven. These cultures believed that the gods were found in nature. One of the most important gods was the sun. Many of the pyramids were for their sun god. At the top of the pyramids they built temples to make the gods happier. However, pyramids were not used only for their gods.

Before Europeans came to the area in the 1500s, many of the cultures of the Americas, such as the Mayan and Aztec, had much knowledge about mathematics and astrology. They thought that the night sky could be used as a mirror to explain many aspects of life, which is the reason why they studied it carefully. The temples on top of the pyramids were also used as places for watching the skies. The Mayans had a solid understanding of the movement of stars and planets. This helped them understand the seasons. They were the first to create a 365-day calendar.

1.Why did they build pyramids?

A. For their king.　　 B. For themselves.

C. For their gods and to study the sky.　　 D. For the moon.

2.Which of the following sentences is not true?

A. Before Europeans came to the area, the Mayans and Aztecs had no knowledge about mathematics and astrology.

B. Building higher pyramids would allow the Mayans and Aztecs to get close to heaven.

C. Many of the pyramids were for the sun god.

D. The Mayan and Aztec pyramids built look somewhat different from the ones built in Egypt.

3.Where did people build pyramids besides Egypt ?

A. In Central America.　　 B. In Japan.　　 C. In Egypt.　　 D. Not mentioned.

4.Where can you find the passage?

A. Newspaper.　　 B. Advertisement.　　 C. Novel.　　 D. Magazine.

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Despite such a big difference in ______ towards what one eats, there is no doubt that people in the west regard the Chinese food as something special.

A．point             B．idea              C．attitude           D．sight

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There’s no doubt that man is the smartest. But do you know what other animals are smart, too?

Dolphins

Dolphins are very smart. Most of the “tricks” they’re taught to do are actually behavior they would engage in on their own. They love to play, race and generally enjoy their life to the fullest. They speak a language we have yet to completely understand and like all civilized creatures, dolphins’ mothers always provide their young children with guidance and possibly, love.

Great apes

The great ape family primarily consists of gorillas, chimpanzees and orangutans. Their brain chemistry is so similar to humans’ that NASA once used chimpanzees in place of astronauts during many dangerous missions. Gorillas have been taught sign language and orangutans exist in complex familial relationships.

Elephants

Everyone has heard the phrase “an elephant never forgets”. Elephants establish long-term friendships, recognizing and remembering their friends years later. If an elephant comes upon a fallen friend, it has even been known to feel sad.

Parrots

As proved by this list, parrots are very smart. They are also the only animals listed that can actually hold a conversation. Some parrots know hundreds of words by imitating humans. The birds are also capable of remembering words and using them intelligently in response to situations.

1.Which of the following is TRUE about dolphins?

A. They are able to play a lot of tricks.

B. Humans know well of dolphins’ language.

C. Their brain chemistry is similar to humans’.

D. Dolphins’ mothers care little about their children.

2.Which kind of animal has a long-term memory?

A. Dolphins.　　　　　　 B. Great apes.

C. Elephants.　　　　 　　 D. Parrots.

3.According to the passage, the special characteristic of parrots is that __________.

A. they can use words remembered before to interact.

B. they can imitate human beings by playing with them.

C. they have the feeling of sadness when they see a dead bird.

D. they can read people’s minds through words they remember.

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There is no doubt that Taiwan as well as the mainland　　　 one China

A. are belonged to　　 B. belongs to

C. belong to　　 D. is belonged to

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There is little doubt in your mind that he is innocent, ________/

A．is he             B．isnit there         C．is there           D．ins’t he

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Sometimes I really doubt whether there is love between my parents. Every day they are very busy trying to make money for my schooling.

One day, my mother was sewing a quilt(缝被子). I silently sat beside her. "Mum, is there love between you and Dad?" I asked in a very low voice.

With surprise in her eyes, she stopped her work for a while. Then she said, "Susan, look at this thread(线). It can hardly be seen, but it' s really there. It makes the quilt strong. If life is a quilt, love should be a thread. Love is inside. "

I couldn' t understand her until the next spring. At that time, my father suddenly got sick seriously. My mother had to stay with him in the hospital for a month.

After they were back, my mother helped my father walk slowly on the country road every day. They were so kind to each other and it seemed they were the happiest couple.

After two months my father still couldn' t walk by himself. "Dad, how are you feeling now?" I asked him one day.

"Susan, don' t worry about me," he said. "I just like walking with your mum. I like this kind of life." Reading his eyes, I knew he loves my mother deeply.

Now I understand that love is just a thread in the quilt of our life. Love is inside, making life strong and warm.

1.Why are Susan's parents busy trying to make money?

A. To send Susan to school.

B. To go to see the doctor.

C. To buy a strong quilt.

2.Susan's father stayed in hospital for ________.

A. one day　　　　　　　 B. one month

C. two months　　　　　 D. three months

3.Susan came to understand her mother ________.

A. while her mother was sewing a quilt

B. before her father was in hospital

C. after her father was seriously sick

4.What can we know from the passage?

A. Susan' s father is very lazy.

B. Susan' s mother is a nurse.

C. Susan' s parents love each other.

5.Which of the following could be the best title for the passage?

A. How to Make a Quilt Strong

B. Love is Just a Thread

C. Walking on the Country Road

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It is said that there are about 40,000 different kinds of jobs in the world. 1.

"Finding a job" is not the same as "choosing a job". Many young people end up in a job which they are not suitable for. 2. Here are a few steps to help you think about jobs which you might enjoy doing after school or university.

First, it is important to realize what kind of person you are, which special qualities make you different from everyone else and what you are interested in. 3. If you like art and enjoy looking at pictures, that is an interest. But if you can draw a horse that looks like a horse instead of a big dog, that is a skill.

Then ask yourself this question: In the following three areas—skills with people, skills with information and skills with things—which are your best skills?

After examining your skills, the next step is research. To find out as many different kinds of jobs as possible, go to the library and read books, magazines and newspapers. 4.

Finally, trust your own ideas and your own thinking! 5.

A. It is your own life, so find something that you enjoy doing.

B. Choosing the right one itself is a difficult job.

C. We must know what our ideal jobs are.

D. There is a difference between an interest and a skill.

E. Ask your friends about the work they do.

F. "Chance" may play a more important part than "decision".

G. Your parents may also give you some useful advice.

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There is no doubt that to study abroad gives you an excellent opportunity to learn things which are very helpful in your career building. Today Canada has earned a good name in providing quality education and safe healthy environment for its students. That is why more than 130,000 international students enroll (登记入学) every year in famous Canadian universities. It is an ideal education destination and gives students a unique experience education and its versatile (多样的) arts and culture. Canada spends a lot on education and is ranked the highest in G-8 countries.

To study in Canada is very cheap．These universities are affordable compared to other universities in the world such as in the US, New Zealand and UK where cost of education and living is very high．According to a survey in 2006, “Canada offered the lowest tuition fees (学费) for foreign students compared to UK and Australia.”

The low rate of crimes and the peaceful safe environment of the country also attract a lot of international students to Canadian universities. Canada has 92 universities and 175 community colleges and university degrees have three levels—Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral.

A Bachelor’s degree in Canada is for three or four years’ full-time study depending on the nature of the program you are doing. On the other hand, a Master’s degree consists of two years of study. For a Doctoral program in Canadian universities, you require a minimum (最低/小的) of three to four or sometimes five years of research and study.

You can also find many diploma (文凭) and certification (认证) programs in Canadian universities where the time is generally one year．Some of the Canadian universities are well-regarded worldwide and the degree and diploma obtained from these Canadian universities are recognized globally and promise bright future. After the completion of studies, a person could also find great job offers in Canada itself. International students require a work permit to work on campus.

1.We can learn from the passage that ________.

A．Canada has 92 community colleges

B．Canada spends the least on education among G-8 countries

C．studying in Canada is cheaper than in Australia

D．130,000 Chinese students enroll in Canadian universities every year

2.How long will you spend at least in total if you want to finish your Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral degrees in Canada?

A．11 years.　 B．9 years.　　 C．8 years.　 D．7 years.

3.What advantages does Canada have to attract foreign students according to the passage?

(1)Quality education　　　 (2)Safe environment　　 (3)Versatile culture

(4)Bright job future　　　 (5)High scholarship　　 (6)Low tuition fees

A．(1) (2) (4) (5) (6)　　 B．(1) (2) (3) (4) (6)

C．(1) (3) (4) (5) (6)　　 D．(1) (2) (3) (5) (6)

4.What’s the best title for the passage?

A．Study in Canada — a unique experience

B．The life in Canada

C．Benefits of studying abroad

D．Canadian culture

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There is no doubt that to study abroad gives you an excellent opportunity to learn things which are very helpful in your career building. Today Canada has earned a good name in providing quality education and safe healthy environment for its students. That is why more than 130,000 international students enroll（登记入学） every year in famous Canadian universities. It is an ideal education destination and gives students a unique experience of education and its versatile（多样的） arts and culture. Canada spends a lot on education and is ranked the highest in G-8 countries.

To study in Canada is very cost effective. These universities are affordable compared to other universities in the world such as in the US, New Zealand and UK where cost of education and living is very high. According to a survey in 2006, “Canada offered the lowest tuition fees（学费） for foreign students compared to UK and Australia.”

The low rate of crimes and the peaceful safe environment of the country also attracts a lot of international students to Canadian universities. Canada has 92 universities and 175 community colleges and university degrees have three levels—Bachelor’s(学士), Master’s（硕士） and Doctoral（博士）.

A Bachelor’s degree in Canada is for three or four years’ full-time study depending on the nature of the program you are doing. On the other hand, a Master’s degree consists of two years of study. For a Doctoral program in Canadian universities, you require a minimum （最低/小的） of three to four or sometimes five years of research and study.

You can also find many diploma and certification （认证） program in Canadian universities where the time is generally one year. Some of the Canadian universities are well-regarded worldwide and the degree and diploma obtained from these Canadian universities are recognized globally and promise bright future. After the completion of studies, a person could also find great job offers in Canada itself. International students require a work permit to work on campus.

1. How long will you spend at least in total if you want to finish your Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral degrees in Canada?

A．11 years          B．9 years           C．8 years           D．7 years

2. What advantages does Canada have to attract foreign students according to the passage?

①Quality education ② Safe environment

③ Versatile culture ④ Bright job future

⑤ High scholarships ⑥ Low tuition fees

A．①②④⑤⑥       B．①②③⑤⑥        C．①③④⑤⑥        D．①②③④⑥

3.What’s the author’s attitude towards studying in Canada?

A．Favorable                             B．Critical

C．Doubtful                              D．Not mentioned

4.What’s the best title for the passage？

A．Canadian culture

B．The life in Canada

C．Benefits of studying abroad

D．Study in Canada — a unique experience

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