—It’s amazing that an Australian girl sailed ...

—It’s amazing that an Australian girl sailed round the world alone in about 200 days.

—That’s an inspiring story. Her courage is really _______.

A. unbearable                    B. independent                  C. admirable                       D. enthusiastic

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It’s amazing that an Australian girl sailed around the world alone in about 200 days.

That’s an inspiring story. Her courage is really ________.

A. acceptable　　 B. adjustable　　 C. admirable　　 D. accessible

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Before he sailed round the world single-handed, Francis Chichester had already surprised his friends several times. He had tried to ______ round the world but failed. That was in 1931.

The years passed. He ______ flying and began sailing. He enjoyed it greatly. Chichester was already 58 years old when he won the first solo ______ race across the Atlantic. His ______ dream of going round the world came back, but this time he would sail. His friends and doctors thought it was a(an)______ attempt, as he had lung cancer. But Chichester was determined to ______ his plan. In August, 1966, at the age of nearly 65, an age at which many men ______, he began his greatest ______ of his life.

Chichester covered 14,100 miles ______ stopping in Sydney, Australia. This was more than twice the distance anyone had previously sailed ______. On shore, he could not walk ______ help. Everybody said the same thing: he had done ______; he must not go any further.______ he did not listen.

After ______ in Sydney for a few weeks, Chichester set off once more in spite of lots of ______. The second half of his voyage was by far the more ______ part, during which he sailed round the risky Cape Horn. After succeeding in sailing round Cape Horn, Chichester sent the following radio message to London: “I feel as if I had waken up from a nightmare (噩梦). Even a wild horse could not drag me down to Cape Horn and that Ocean ______.”

Just before 9 o’clock on Sunday evening 28 May, 1967, he arrived ______ in England, where tens of thousands of people were waiting to welcome him. Queen Elizabeth Ⅱ honored him with a very valuable sword. The whole voyage from ______ and back had covered 28,500 miles. It had taken him nine ______, of which the sailing time was 226 days. He had done what he wanted to accomplish.

1.A. run　　 B. travel　　 C. fly　　 D. ride

2.A. picked up　　 B. gave up　　 C. lifted up　　 D. made up

3.A. sailing　　 B. flying　　 C. horsing　　 D. running

4.A. new　　 B. horrible　　 C. ambitious　　 D. old

5.A. crazy　　 B. reasonable　　 C. acceptable　　 D. hopeless

6.A. find out　　 B. put forward　　 C. carry out　　 D. bring out

7.A. settle down　　 B. retire　　 C. go sightseeing　　 D. entertain

8.A. work　　 B. flight　　 C. task　　 D. voyage

9.A. after　　 B. before　　 C. until　　 D. since

10.A. together　　 B. happily　　 C. alone　　 D. successfully

11.A. without　　 B. for　　 C. with　　 D. beyond

12.A. little　　 B. all　　 C. much　　 D. enough

13.A. Even though　　 B. Otherwise　　 C. But　　 D. So that

14.A. planning　　 B. working　　 C. resting　　 D. sailing

15.A. help　　 B. preparations　　 C. discussion.　　 D. objections

16.A. rainy　　 B. dangerous　　 C. interesting　　 D. comfortable

17.A. again　　 B. then　　 C. finally　　 D. quickly

18.A. forward　　 B. back　　 C. shortly　　 D. opposite

19.A. England　　 B. America　　 C. France　　 D. Australia

20.A. seasons　　 B. weeks　　 C. years　　 D. months

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— Are you a visitor here?

— That’s right. I ____ round the world and now my dream of coming to China ____ true.

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It is love that makes the world go round. And it is also love that has such power to overcome all difficulties. So we say: “Love will find a way.” As smile is a facial expression showing pleasure, affection, and friendliness, it is the commonest way to show our good will perfectly without saying anything. A Chinese saying runs: “never hit a person who is smiling at you.” It is a time-proven fact that the smile is a language all its own— a universal language—understood by the people of every nation in the world. We may not speak the same tongue as our foreign neighbors, but we smile in the same tongue. We need no interpreter for thus expressing love, happiness, or good will.

One day while shopping in a small town in southern California, it was my misfortune to be approached by a clerk whose personality contradicted mine. He seemed most unfriendly and not at all concerned about my intended purchase. I bought nothing, and marched angrily out of the store. My anger toward that grew with each step. Outside, standing at the corner, was a dark-complexion young man in his early twenties. His expressive brown eyes met and held mine, and in the next instant a beautiful, dazzling smile covered his face. I gave in immediately. The magnetic power of that shining smile drove away all bitterness within me, and I found the muscles in my own face happily responding. “Beautiful day, isn’t it?” I remarked, in passing. Then, suddenly something inside me sent me turning back. “I really owe you a debt of gratitude,” I said softly. His smile deepened, but he made no attempt to answer. A Mexican woman and two men were standing nearby. The woman stepped forward and eyed me inquiringly. “Carlos, he no speak English,” she volunteered. “You want I should tell him something?” In that moment I felt transformed. Carlos’ smile had made a big person of me. My friendliness and good will toward all mankind stood ten feet tall. “Yes,” my reply was enthusiastic and sincere, “tell him I said ‘Thank you!’” “Thank you?” The woman seemed slightly puzzled. I gave her arm a friendly pat as I turned to leave. “Just tell him that,” I insisted. “He’ll understand. I am sure!” Oh, what a smile can do! Although I have never seen that young man again, I shall never forget the lesson he taught me that morning.

From that day on, I became smile – conscious, and I practice that diligently, anywhere and everywhere, with everybody. When I got excited in traffic, taking the right–of–way (公路用地) from the other car with my stupid mistake, I’d smile and shrug my shoulders apologetically. This action on my part would always draw a good–natured smile in return. If the other fellow was at fault – and if I could remember my resolution in time! – he’d get a broad smile of understanding. This took a bit of doing at first. I’ll admit it wasn’t always easy, but it was fun. The results were sometimes amazing. Many times, a broad, friendly smile would completely turn aside ill–feeling and tension. I’m wondering now how many tragic accidents could be avoided on our overcrowded highways, if every driver remembered to smile!

1.The author got angry while shopping one day because 　　　　　 .

A. of the clerk’s unfriendliness and lack of concern

B. of her misfortune

C. she failed to purchase what she intended

D. a dark–complexion young man laughed at her

2.From the conversation between the author and the Mexican woman, we can infer that the woman 　　　　　 .

A. was well–educated but unwilling to help others

B. was able to speak English

C. knew some English and was ready to help others

D. was familiar with the young man

3.In the author’s opinion, if all people remembered to smile when driving, 　　　　　 .

A. many traffic accidents could be avoided

B. they would receive a good natural smile in return

C. they could get a broad smile of understanding

D. they wouldn’t feel any tension

4.The best title for this passage could be 　　　　　　 .

A. The Art of Smiling    B. The Universal Language

C. The Power of Love    D. The Magic Power of Friendship

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The second half of his voyage was __________ dangerous part, during which he sailed round the Cape Horn.

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The networked computer is an amazing device. It is the first media machine that serves as　 the mode of production (you can make stuff), means of distribution (you can upload stuff to the network), site of _____ (you can download stuff and interact with it), and place of praise　　　 and criticism (you can comment on the stuff you have downloaded or uploaded). _____, the computer is the 21st century’s culture machine.

But for all the reasons there are to _____ the computer, we must also act with caution.　 This is because the networked computer has started a secret war between downloading and uploading—between passive consumption and active　 _____—whose outcome will shape　　 our collective future in ways we can only begin to imagine.

All animals download, but only a few upload anything besides faces and their own bodies. Humans are _____ in their capacity to not only make tools but then turn around and use them to create superfluous( 过 剩 的 ) material goods (paintings, sculpture and architecture) and superfluous experiences (music, literature, religion and philosophy). _____, it is precisely　　 these superfluous things that define human culture and ultimately what it is to be human. Downloading and consuming culture requires great　 skills, but _____ to　 move　 beyond downloading is to rob oneself of a defining ingredient of humanity.

Despite the possibilities of our new culture　 machines, most people are　 still _____ download mode, brought about by television watching. Even after the _____ of widespread social media, a pyramid of production remains, with a small number of people uploading material, a slightly larger group commenting on or modifying that content, and a huge percentage　 remaining satisfied to just _____.

The networked computer offers the first chance in 50 years to _____ the flow caused　　 by TV viewing, to encourage thoughtful downloading and, even more importantly, meaningful uploading. The computer offers the opportunity to bring about a complete _____ from the　　 culture of television and a shift from a consumption model to a production model. This is　 a historic opportunity. Fifty years of television dominance has given birth to an unhealthy culture. The _____ is now in our collective grasp. It involves controlling our intake, or downloading, and _____ our levels of activity—uploading.

Of course people will still download. Nobody uploads more than a tiny percentage of the culture they consume. But using the networked computer as a download-only device, or even a download-mainly device, is a _____ opportunity that history affords us. Therefore, the goal must be to establish a balance between consumption and production.

1.A.celebration B.conversations C.reception D.ceremonies

2.A.Without doubt B.In return C.In particular D.By contrast

3.A.liberate B.celebrate C.concern D.reject

4.A.request B.support C.defense D.creation

5.A.unique B.familiar C.efficient D.loyal

6.A.In addition B.In fact C.For instance D.By the way

7.A.striving B.comparing C.failing D.attempting

8.A.optimistic about B.unfamiliar with C.stuck in D.ashamed of

9.A.transformation B.emergence C.encounter D.maintenance

10.A.consume B.neglect C.combine D.innovate

11.A.enhance B.quicken C.reverse D.extend

12.A.outcome B.exposure C.break D.evolution

13.A.puzzle B.cure C.regret D.favor

14.A.analyzing B.maintaining C.featuring D.increasing

15.A.wasted B.treasured C.multiplied D.revised

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Across the world, studies have consistently found that girls perform significantly better than boys in reading. These studies show that girls typically read more frequently than boys, and have a more positive attitude toward reading.

There are several reasons that help explain these gender-based differences. Parents read more with their daughters. This sends a strong and early message that books are for girls, as well as equipping girls with a significant advantage. Recent research has found even though boys read less frequently than girls, girls still receive more encouragement to read from their parents.

So how can parents and educators help bridge this socially-engineered gap for boys’ reading?

To improve boys’ reading performance, parents and educators may look for ways to connect boys with reading. This has led to discussion about the importance of promoting so-called “boy-friendly” books that boys supposedly “prefer” These are typically assumed to be non-fiction works, as many people believed that boys prefer to read non-fiction.

But this belief is not supported by recent research, which in fact suggests boys are more likely to choose to read fiction than non-fiction. Encouraging all boys to read non-fiction under the mistaken belief that it is their preference may actually be harmful. Fiction readers read more frequently and demonstrate faster language learning and higher language ability.

Besides encouraging more fiction reading, there are a number of ways that we can help connect boys with books. Firstly, don’t assume that boys of the same age have the same interests or that their interests stay the same over time. To match boys with suitable reading material, have regular discussions about reading for pleasure in order to keep up with their interests.

Schools should also provide access to libraries during lessons throughout the years of schooling. Girls visit the library in their free time more than boys, and as students move to higher grades they often have less access to libraries during class. Access to books for boys is essential to promote reading.

In addition, we should keep paper books available because research shows that boys are less likely to choose to read on screens than girls. Finally we should promote reading as an enjoyable pastime by being a role model. Let your children or students see you read for pleasure.

1.According to the author, what is the main cause of the difference in boys’ and girls’ reading ability?

A. Social factors.

B. Teaching methods.

C. Personal preferences.

D. Psychological differences.

2.Why does the author recommend that adults regularly talk to boys about reading?

A. To persuade boys to read more often.

B. To learn what boys are most interested in.

C. To help boys improve their language ability.

D. To show that adults are good reading role models.

3.When should schools give students additional library access according to the author?

A. Before and after class.

B. At any time of the school day.

C. At regular times during class.

D. When they are in the lower grades.

4.What is the main purpose of the text?

A. To show students ways to improve their reading.

B. To explain why boys are not as good at reading as girls.

C. To urge governments to provide more reading resources.

D. To provide strategies that can help improve boys’ reading ability.

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It is commonly believed that all over the world, boys and girls attend a mixed school, where they study together. But boys' schools are the perfect place to teach young men to express their emotions and involve them in activities such as art, dance and music.

Always boys at single-sex schools were said to be more likely to get involved in cultural and artistic activities that helped develop their emotional expressiveness, rather than feeling they had to correspond to(和…相符) the "boy code" of hiding their emotions to be a "real man".

Surprisingly, the findings of the study go against received wisdom that boys do better when taught alongside girls.

George Carl, headmaster of Eton, warned that boys were being failed by the British education system because it had become too focused on girls. He criticized teachers for failing to recognize that boys are actually more emotional than girls.

The research argued that boys often perform badly in mixed schools because they become discouraged when girls do better earlier in speaking and reading skills.

But in single-sex schools teachers can adjust lessons to boys' learning style, letting them move around the classroom and getting them to compete in teams to prevent boredom, wrote the study's author, Abigail James, of the University of Virginia.

Teachers could encourage boys to enjoy reading and writing with "boy-focused" approaches such as themes and characters that appeal to them. Because boys generally have more acute vision, learn best through touch, and are physically more active, they need to be given "hands-on" lessons where they are allowed to walk around. "Boys in mixed schools view classical music as feminine(女性的) and prefer the modern genre (类型) in which violence and sexism are major themes," James wrote.

Single-sex education also made it less likely that boys would feel that they had to be "masterful and in charge" in relationships. "In mixed schools, boys feel forced to act like men before they understand themselves well enough to know what that means," the study reported.

1.The writer argues that a single-sex school would ________.

A. encourage boys to express their emotions more freely

B. help boys to be more competitive in schools.

C. force boys to he their emotions to be "real men".

D. naturally strengthen boys’ traditional image of a man.

2.Traditionally, in a mixed school boys ________.

A. behave more responsibly

B. perform relatively better

C. grow up more healthily

D. receive a better education

3.In Abigail James’ opinion, one of the advantages of single-sex schools is ________.

A. boys can choose to learn whatever they are interested in

B. boys can focus on their lessons without being distracted

C. teaching can be adjusted to suiting the characteristics of boys

D. teaching can be designed to promote boys' team spirit

4.The underlined word “acute” in paragraph 7 is closest in meaning to ________.

A. lovely            B. serious            C. sharp            D. dull

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The journey around the world took the old sailor nine months, 　　　　 the sailing time was 226 days.

A. of which　　　　 　　　 B. during which

C. from which　　 　 　 D. for which

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