Throughout this long, tense election, everyone has focused on the presidential candidates and how they’ll change America. Rightly so. But selfishly, I’m more fascinated by Michelle Obama and what she might be able to do, not just for this country, but for me as an African-American woman. As the potential First Lady, she would have the world’s attention. And that means that for the first time people will have a chance to get up close and personal with the type of African woman they so rarely see.
Usually, the lives of black women go largely unexamined. The widespread theory seems to be that we’re all hot-tempered single mothers who can’t keep a man. Even in the world of make-believe, black women still can’t escape the stereotype (模式化的形象) of being eye-rolling, oversexed females raised by our never-married, alcoholic mothers.
These images have helped define the way all black women are viewed, including Michelle Obama. Before she ever gets the chance to commit to a cause, charity or foundation as First Lady, her most urgent and perhaps most complicated duty may be simply to be herself.
It won’t be easy. Because few mainstream publications (出版物) have done in-depth features on regular African-American women, little is known about who we are, what we think and what we face on a regular basis. For better or worse, Michelle will represent us all.
Just as she will have her critics, she will have millions of fans who usually have little interest in the First Lady. Many African-American blogs have written about what they’d like to see Michelle bring to the White House — mainly showing the world that a black woman can support her man and raise a strong black family. Michelle will have to work to please everyone — an impossible task. But for many African-American women like me, just a little of her poise (沉着), confidence and intelligence will go a long way in changing an image that’s been around far too long.
1.Why does Michelle Obama hold a strong fascination for the author?
A.She serves as a role model for African-American women. |
B.She possesses many admirable qualities becoming a First Lady. |
C.She will present to the world a new image of African-American women. |
D.She will pay close attention to the interests of African-American women. |
2.What is the common stereotype of African-American women according to the author?
A.They are victims of family violence. |
B.They are of an inferior social group. |
C.They use quite a lot of body language. |
D.They live on charity and social welfare. |
3.What do many African-Americans write about in their blogs?
A.Whether Michelle can live up to the high expectations of her fans. |
B.How Michelle should behave as public figure. |
C.How proud they are to have a black woman in the White House. |
D.What Michelle should do as wife and mother in the White House. |
4.What does the author say about Michelle Obama as a First Lady?
A.However many fans she has, she should remain modest. |
B.She shouldn’t disappoint the African-American community. |
C.However hard she tries, she can’t expect to please everybody. |
D.She will concern herself with African-American women’s welfare |
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Throughout this long, tense election, everyone has focused on the presidential candidates and how they’ll change America. Rightly so, but selfishly, I’m more fascinated by Michelle Obama and what she might be able to do, not just for this country, but for me as an African-American woman. As the potential First Lady, she would have the world’s attention. And that means that for the first time people will have a chance to get up close and personal with the type of African-American woman they so rarely see.
Usually, the lives of black women go largely unexamined. The prevailing theory seems to be that we’re all hot-tempered single mothers who can’t keep a man. Even in the world of make-believe, black women still can’t escape the stereotype of being eye-rolling, oversexed females raised by our never-married, alcoholic (酗酒的) mothers.
These images have helped define the way all women are viewed, including Michelle Obama. Before she ever gets the chance to commit to a cause, charity or foundation as First Lady, her most urgent and perhaps most complicated duty may be simple to be herself.
It won’t be easy. Because few mainstream publications have done in-depth features on regular African-American women, little is known about who we are, what we think and what we face on a regular basis. For better or worse, Michelle will represent us all.
Just as she will have her critics, she will also have millions of fans who usually have little interest in the First Lady. Many African-American blogs have written about what they’d like to see Michelle bring to the White House—mainly showing the world that a black woman can support her man and raise a strong black family. Michelle will have to work to please everyone—an impossible task. But for many African-American women like me, just a little of her poise (沉着), confidence and intelligence will go a long way in changing an image that’s been around for far too long.
1.Why does Michelle Obama hold a strong fascination for the author?
A.She serves as a role model for African women.
B.She possesses many admirable qualities becoming a First Lady.
C.She will present to the world a new image of African-American women.
D.She will pay closer attention to the interests of African-American women.
2.What is the common stereotype of African-American women according to the author?
A.They are victims of violence.
B.They are of an inferior violence.
C.They use quite a lot of body language.
D.They live on charity and social welfare.
3.What do many African-Americans write about in their blogs?
A.Whether Michelle can live up to the high expectations of her fans.
B.How Michelle should behave as a public figure.
C.How proud they are to have a black woman in the White House.
D.What Michelle should do as wife and mother in the White House.
4.What does the author say about Michelle Obama as a First Lady?
A.However many fans she has, she should remain modest,
B.She shouldn’t disappoint the African-American community.
C.However hard she tries, she can’t expect to please everybody.
D.She will give priority to African-American women’s concerns.
5.What do many African-American women hope Michelle Obama will do?
A.Help change the prevailing view about black women.
B.Help her husband in the task of changing America.
C.Outshine previous First Lady.
D.Fully display her fine qualities.
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Throughout this long, tense election, everyone has focused on the presidential candidates and how they’ll change America. Rightly so. But selfishly, I’m more fascinated by Michelle
Obama and what she might be able to do, not just for this country, but for me as an African-American woman. As the potential First Lady, she would have the world’s attention. And that means that for the first time people will have a chance to get up close and personal with the type of African-American woman they so rarely see.
Usually, the lives of black women go largely unexamined. The prevailing theory seems to be that we’re all hot-tempered single mothers who can’t keep a man. Even in the world of make-believe, black women still can’t escape the stereotype of being neck-swirling, eye-rolling, oversexed females raised by our never-married, alcoholic mothers.
These images have helped define the way all black women are viewed, including Michelle Obama. Before she ever gets the chance to commit to a cause, charity or foundations as First Lady, her most urgent and perhaps most complicated duty may be simply to be herself.
It won’t be easy. Because few mainstream publications have done in-depth features on regular African American women, little is known about who we are, what we think and what we face on a regular basis. For better or worse, Michelle will become a stand-in for us all.
Just as she will have her critics, she will also have millions of adoring fans who usually have little interest in the First Lady. African-American blogs have all written about what they’d like to see Michelle bring to the White House---mainly showing the world that a black woman can support her man and raise a strong black family. Michelle will have to work to please everyone---an impossible task. But for many African-American women like me, just a little of her poise, confidence and intellect will go a long way in changing an image that’s been around for far too long.
69. Why does Michelle Obama hold a strong fascination for the author?
A. She serves as a role model for African-American women.
B. She possesses many admirable qualities becoming a First Lady.
C. She will present to the world a new image of African-American women.
D. She will pay closer attention to the interests of African-American women
70. What is the common stereotype of African-American women according to the author?
A. They are victims of family violence.
B. They are of an inferior social group.
C. They use quite a lot of body language.
D. They live on charity and social welfare.
71. What does the author say about Michelle Obama as a First Lady?
A. However many fans she has, she should remain modest.
B. She shouldn’t disappoint the African-American community.
C. However hard she tries, she can’t expect to please everybody.
D. She will give priority to African-American women’s concern.
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Throughout this long, tense election, everyone has focused on the presidential candidates and how they’ll change America. Rightly so. But selfishly, I’m more fascinated by Michelle Obama and what she might be able to do, not just for this country, but for me as an African-American woman. As the potential First Lady, she would have the world’s attention. And that means that for the first time people will have a chance to get up close and personal with the type of African woman they so rarely see.
Usually, the lives of black women go largely unexamined. The widespread theory seems to be that we’re all hot-tempered single mothers who can’t keep a man. Even in the world of make-believe, black women still can’t escape the stereotype (模式化的形象) of being eye-rolling, oversexed females raised by our never-married, alcoholic mothers.
These images have helped define the way all black women are viewed, including Michelle Obama. Before she ever gets the chance to commit to a cause, charity or foundation as First Lady, her most urgent and perhaps most complicated duty may be simply to be herself.
It won’t be easy. Because few mainstream publications (出版物) have done in-depth features on regular African-American women, little is known about who we are, what we think and what we face on a regular basis. For better or worse, Michelle will represent us all.
Just as she will have her critics, she will have millions of fans who usually have little interest in the First Lady. Many African-American blogs have written about what they’d like to see Michelle bring to the White House — mainly showing the world that a black woman can support her man and raise a strong black family. Michelle will have to work to please everyone — an impossible task. But for many African-American women like me, just a little of her poise (沉着), confidence and intelligence will go a long way in changing an image that’s been around far too long.
1.Why does Michelle Obama hold a strong fascination for the author?
A.She serves as a role model for African-American women. |
B.She possesses many admirable qualities becoming a First Lady. |
C.She will present to the world a new image of African-American women. |
D.She will pay close attention to the interests of African-American women. |
2.What is the common stereotype of African-American women according to the author?
A.They are victims of family violence. |
B.They are of an inferior social group. |
C.They use quite a lot of body language. |
D.They live on charity and social welfare. |
3.What do many African-Americans write about in their blogs?
A.Whether Michelle can live up to the high expectations of her fans. |
B.How Michelle should behave as public figure. |
C.How proud they are to have a black woman in the White House. |
D.What Michelle should do as wife and mother in the White House. |
4.What does the author say about Michelle Obama as a First Lady?
A.However many fans she has, she should remain modest. |
B.She shouldn’t disappoint the African-American community. |
C.However hard she tries, she can’t expect to please everybody. |
D.She will concern herself with African-American women’s welfare |
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The area south of the Thames at Greenwich has a long history. Throughout time different buildings have been constructed on the same site. The Palace of Placentia, an English Royal Palace built in 1447, no longer exists apart from a few remains under the present buildings.
The grand buildings on the South Bank of the Thames at Greenwich were designed by Sir Christopher Wren, most famous for St. Paul’s Cathedral. The buildings were finally completed in 1745, although some parts started to be used as early as 1705. They’re now part of a university — having served as a naval(海军)hospital and a naval college and the setting for several cinemas.
But the buildings stand on a site which has a much longer history, of which now only a part remains that is below the ground. For nearly two hundred years, from around 1450 to 1650, Greenwich was one of the main royal palaces of England. Some of the most famous English rulers, such as Henry VIII and Elizabeth I, not only lived there, but also were born there.
Henry VIII put an armory(兵工厂)there, and there were also gardens, a great fountain (喷泉) and a mass of buildings. The Palace was also in a strategic location, because at the time either side of Greenwich on the Thames were important Royal Dockyards (船厂).
Eventually, though, the Palace fell into disrepair. In 1664, the King at the time, Charles II, decided to replace it with completely new buildings in a modern style. Only a cellar (地窖) from the former Royal Palace now remains, under one of the new buildings. Its red brick, typical of the 16th century, contrasts (对比) sharply with the white stone above it.
Would you like to join us to have a good view of Greenwich?
1.We can learn from the passage that the Palace of Placentia _____.
A. had served as a university B. was constructed with white stones
C. was designed by Christopher Wren D. was of particular importance in a war
2. The buildings on the South Bank of the Thames at Greenwich now _____.
A. are in need of repair B. differ from those in the 16th century
C. were designed in the style of Elizabeth I D. have a history of more than half a century
3.According to the passage, when did the Palace of Placentia disappear from the ground?
A. In the late 1400s. B. In the early 1600s.
C. In the late 1600s. D. In the early 1700s.
4.Where can we most probably read this passage?
A. In a science report. B. In a personal diary.
C. In a geography textbook. D. In a travel magazine.
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This is what HBO’s Veep has been trying to do—by making US presidential election into a comedy.
Presented for the first time in 2012, Veep follows the daily life of Selina Meyer, the fictional vice-president (or “Veep” for short) of the US. We see that as much as Meyer wants to have an influence, she—despite being the second-in-command of the country—is constantly ignored by the president and kept away from important meetings. Meyer herself isn’t exactly competent: she has to put out political fires every once in a while but usually ends up making things worse.
The show also finds humor in a much darker side of politics: the unreal smiles and wrongdoings of politicians. When a mass shooting happens in the show, for example, instead of feeling shocked, Meyer is actually glad, because she feels it may help draw people’s attention from her. “It feels like peeking (窥视) behind a curtain and seeing the truth of who these politicians really are,” wrote reporter Kathryn VanArendonk.
But Veep is refreshing not just for the way it handles politics, but also because its leading role is a woman politician, especially in a comedy, considering the fact that comedies used to be an all-male kingdom. “There’s more opportunity (机会) for women in comedic roles than 20 or 30 years ago,” Julia Louis-Dreyfus, 58 this year, who plays Meyer, said. “There’s more opportunity for roles that are not just the angry wife or the cute girlfriend.”
In the 7th and final season of Veep, which came out on March 31, 2019, Meyer is finally running for president. No matter where the show—and Meyer—is heading, and whether you appreciate its way to deal with politics, the bottom line here is that Veep is funny.
1.Which of the following best describes Meyer?
A.Hardworking and demanding. B.Humorous and influential.
C.Ambitious but untalented. D.Educated but lazy.
2.How old was Julia Louis Dreyfus when Veep’s first season came out?
A.49. B.51.
C.53. D.58.
3.What can know about women according to Julia Louis ---Dreyfus?
A.They are fit for politics.
B.They don’t like comedies.
C.They were left out of some fields.
D.They seldom used to be successful.
4.What is the best title for the text?
A.Meyer runs for president B.Politics can be funny
C.Women like power D.A comedian realizes her dream
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Everyone is calling this lovely long-haired cat a hero. And when you hear what Masha did on that day, you'll know how this furry friend ____ a babys life!
After finding an abandoned baby boy on the street, Masha ____ into the box the boy had been deserted in as if to keep him _____ . Then, the caring mother cat got ____ by crying non-stop to draw _____to the poor 3-month-old baby boy.
A retired woman, Irina, who _____ nearby, walked out to empty her household waste. Suddenly she heard Masha crying out loudly and _____ .She spotted Masha. It was a lost cat that she and her neighbors had begun ____. and she knew Masha was normally very calm and ____.
"When I heard her crymg, I thought that perhaps she had ____ herself because she would come to greet me or give me a sign for help,” Irina said. Concerned for the cat, Irina went to _____ , and then she spied the cat ____ her from the abandoned box in the middle of the cans.
She walked closer ,and was completely _____ ,She could not believe her eyes when she looked inside the box and saw the baby there with Masha ______next to him! Clearly her mothering nature had taken over her and she wanted to ______the child from the cold,
Quickly, Irina called a(n) _______ , and the baby was directly taken to hospital where he was given a ____・ Unexpectedly, doctors said the baby was ____ . A hospital spokesman said, "The baby had only been outside for a few _______ and thanks to Masha and the child's clothing, he was not damaged, a hero. Now the _______like Irina on the street are treating Masha as a hero.
1.A.ended B.threatened C.saved D.replaced
2.A.climbed B.dropped C.broke D.looked
3.A.still B.warm C.peaceful D.cheerful
4.A.surprise B.sympathy C.power D.help
5.A.attention B.love C.trust D.comfort
6.A.worked B.inspected C.performed D.lived
7.A.softly B.secretly C.urgently D.calmly
8.A.putting up with B.taking care of C.thinking little of D.catching up with
9.A.friendly B.punctual C.ridiculous D.dusty
10.A.hidden B.injured C.enjoyed D.amused
11.A.flee B.examine C.wipe D.explore
12.A.discouraging B.depending on C.prohibiting D.staring at
13.A.puzzled B.terrified C.astonished D.sensitive
14.A.arising B.suffering C.lying D.surviving
15.A.protect B.raise C.violate D.ignore
16.A.parent B.driver C.owner D.ambulance
17.A.rest B.check-up C.shelter D.cover-up
18.A.unharmed B.inspected C.unconscious D.innocent
19.A.months B.weeks C.hours D.days
20.A.wanderers B.boys C.workers D.residents
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The internet has made ____ possible for everyone to talk with friends miles away.
A. that B. this C. one D. it
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Everyone thinks he’ll go far in this company because he has all the qualities necessary _______ success.
A.to B.for C.by D.on
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This construction firm has a long history, complete facilities, fine technique and ________ service.
A.believable B.similar C.popular D.considerate
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This construction firm has a long history, complete facilities, fine technique and ________ service.
A. believable B. similar C. popular D. considerate
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