__________most people come here for skiing, t...

__________most people come here for skiing, there are plenty of other things to do．

A．Although　　　　　 B．Once

C．Since　　　 　　 　　 D．If

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It’s said that there are plenty of hotels here .Therebe any difficulty for you to find somewhere to stay.

A.mustn’t      B.needn’t          C.wouldn’t     D.shouldn’t

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There are plenty of people in the UK for whom even Basic English is a problem. According to the survey, 726,000 people in England and Wales said they could not speak English well, and another 138,000 said they did not speak it at all.

Ling, 40, who arrived five years ago from China,, found it difficult to learn English. “After I came here, I was at home for the next three years. It took me longer to learn as I was very busy with my children.” Eventually she was able to begin taking classes and now speaks good conversational English. But even with classes, it can be a long process to pick up the language.

Age is the most important factor in language study, said Mila Vulchanova, professor of linguistics (语言学) at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. “There is a key time in language learning, which is biologically determined. So the younger the immigrants(移民)， the better. Since this decline is only gradual, teenagers are at an advantage over adults,”he said.

There are a number of systems for grading English. The government expects immigrants to reach “ESOL Entry 3”or “B1 level” in Scotland, before they can be given citizenship. It means to be able to hold a confident conversation and it might take 360 hours of study to achieve.

George Osborne, the UK chancellor(财政大臣)，said in June that benefit claimants (申请救济金者) who don’t speak English will have their benefits cut if they fail to attend language courses. Huan Japes, deputy chief executive of English UK, a trade body for language colleges, said it needed 360 hours-----120 hours for each of three stages ---- to get to the result the government expected benefit claimants to reach.

“Using 120 hours, for each stage of English fluency(流利)，is a rather traditional way to course book learning,” said Dr Elaine Boyd, head of English language at Trinity College London. “If someone is really highly motivated, they can learn really quickly. It’s common for children under the age of 11 to be fluent in about six months.”

1.The first paragraph serves as a(n) _______.

A. introduction　　 B. discussion

C. explanation　　 D. conclusion

2.What does Mila Vulchanova mainly stress?

A. The importance of key teaching ways.

B. The necessity of working hard at English.

C. The advantages of learning English.

D. The importance of starting learning English early.

3.The UK government hopes that benefit claimants ______.

A. reach “ESOL Entry 1”.　　 B. are advanced English learners.

C. study English for about 360 hours.　　 D. get citizenship from the government first.

4.What Dr Elaine Boyd said suggested that _____.

A. 120 hours is a high level for learners.　　 B. one can learn English fast if active.

C. English fluency can be easily achieved.　　 D. children under 11 learn English hard.

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How many hours does it take to be fluent in English?

There are plenty of people in the UK for whom even basic English is a problem. According to the survey, 726,000 people in England and Wales said they could not speak English well, and another 138,000 said they did not speak it at all.

Ling, 40,who arrived five years ago from China, found it difficult to learn English. " When I came here l was pregnant and so I was at home for the next three years. It took me longer to learn as l was very busy with the children.” Eventually she was able to begin taking classes and now speaks good conversational English. But even with classes, it can be a long process to pick up the language.

Age is the most important factor in language acquisition, says Mila Vulchanova, professor of linguistics at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. "There is a sensitive period in language learning, which is biologically determined, with an onset at birth and a decline around puberty. So the younger the immigrant, the better. Since this decline is only gradual, teenagers are at an advantage over adults.” he says.

There are a number of systems for grading English. The government expects immigrants to reach "ESOL Entry 3" or "B1 level" in Scotland, before they can be granted citizenship. It's equivalent（相当的） to being able to hold a confident conversation and-it might take 360 hours of study to achieve.

George Osborne said in June following the spending review that welfare claimants（申请者）who don't speak English will have their benefits cut if they fail to attend language courses.

Huan Japes, deputy chief executive of English UK, a trade body for language colleges, says a rule of thumb is 360 hours-120 hours for each of three stages-to get to the standard the government expects benefit claimants to reach.

But many of the people who attend courses are visiting students rather than people settling in the UK. Immigrants tend to have very varied levels of education.

" Using 120 hours( for each stage of English fluency) is a rather traditional approach to course book learning," says Dr Elaine Boyd, head of English language at Trinity College London. "If someone is really highly motivated, they can learn really quickly. It's common for children under the age of 11 to be very immersed and be fluent in about six months. "

1.The example of Ling is given to show that _　　　　　　 .

A. it's important to speak fluent English

B. many immigrants attend English classes

C. it's difficult to learn English well

D. many immigrants can't speak English in England

2. What does Mila Vulchanova mainly stress?

A. The necessity of working hard at English.

B. The function of the sensitive period.

C. The advantages of children's learning English.

D. The importance of starting learning English early.

3.What Dr Elaine Boyd says suggests that　　　　　　　　 .

A. 120 hours is a standard that is a little low

B. 120 hours is a standard that is too high

C. English fluency can be easily achieved

D. English fluency can hardly be achieved

4.The author develops the passage mainly by　　　　　　 .

A. using survey data

B. using experts' views

C. giving examples of English learners

D. listing the facts of English learning

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Most people will agree that it is good to read, but not all reading is equal. Here are some tips for productive reading.

1. Take notes.

Even if you never refer to your notes again, the process of taking notes helps you sort out something important and will help you remember it. You can choose between computers or paper for your notes. 1.. On the other hand, many people feel they recall information better when they write it by hand.

2. 2..

If you are like me, once you commit to reading a book, it is very hard to give up until you’ve finished it. Given the number of books that are available and our limited life, it just doesn’t make sense to read a book that you aren’t getting anything from.

3. Variety is good.

While you don’t want to give up on a book that you are benefiting from, it is important to give yourself variety. You can pick up a book at random or intentionally looking for something different from what you normally read. 3..

4. Review what you’ve read.

If you want to remember what you read, take the time to review. 4.. When you finish a book, spend 15 minutes examining your notes in 2 to 4 days. Then 2 to 4 weeks after that and then 2 to 4 months after that. This will strengthen the knowledge in your mind.

5. Discuss what you read with others.

5.. If you can talk with people in person, that is ideal, but don t overlook the power of the Internet in connecting people with similar interests but different geography.

A. Don’t be afraid to give up

B. Make full use of reading time

C. It’s hard to get more out of your normal reading

D. This can be very valuable in giving you a different opinion

E. And you，d better go over things at ever increasing time intervals

F. Using computers will make it easy to find your notes later by search

G. The best way to get more from your reading is to discuss it with others

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There are several ski hills that can be found locally, and not so locally. Here's a bit of an informal snow report for any visitors to the city who may be unfamiliar with the local options for skiing.

Sunshine Village

Sunshine is definitely the premier ski hill in the area. Of all the hills in Alberta, Sunshine is the one that has earned international renown. Ticket prices are cheaper this year than they have been in the past. Adults pay $76.5, seniors $61.5, and children only pay $26.5. At present, they have a snow base of 107 cm. The terrain (地形) is a mix of both easy and hard runs.

Lake Louise

Of all the ski resorts nearby it is the largest with 4,200 acres of ski-able terrain. It has the best balance between easy and difficult runs, and it gets snow of 93 cm right now. Adults pay $75.5, seniors pay $54.5, and children pay $24.5. Lake Louise is a great choice for anyone looking to do some easy access backcountry skiing.

Nakiska

While it will be opening shortly, Nakiska is popular to the public. Currently, they have a base of 71cm. The terrain at Nakiska is varied, but slants (倾斜) more towards the easy side. It's the best place for families to go skiing as there is a lot of beginner and kid terrain. Tickets are relatively cheap. Adults pay $64.5, seniors pay $51.5, and children only pay $19.5.

Olympic Park

O.P. was built for the 1988 Winter Olympics in Canada, and it is a world-class facility (设施） for almost every winter sport. It has facilities not only for skiing, but also for all kinds of other activities. It has a snow base of 102 cm, but it isn't the primary focus. However, with tickets starting at $5 and capping at $39, it is very inexpensive.

1.What can we know about Sunshine Village?

A. It is a ski hill in Europe.

B. Its snow is the thickest of the four.

C. It is suitable for ski beginners.

D. its ticket prices are getting more expensive.

2.What does the underlined word "renown" mean in the passage?

A. Good attraction.       B. Place of interest.

C. Prize or reward.       D. Fame or reputation.

3. Which will be the best choice for someone who is fond of other sports games besides skiing?

A. Sunshine Village.  B. Lake Louise.

C. Olympic Park.    D. Nakiska.

4. How much will a woman pay if she and her husband with two children go skiing in the best family place?

A. 168 dollars.   B. 103.5 dollars.

C. 209 dollars.   D. 129.5 dollars.

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Welcome to Shawnee Mountain, a great place for skiing! All people can have a wonderful time here. For more information, you can visit www.shawneemt.com or call 570-421-7231.

1.Two parents and their son aged 16 will pay ___for the lifts on Tuesday.

A. $118　　　 B. $100　　 C. $136　　　 D. $129

2.If a man aged 68 goes to the mountain, he should carry _____ with him.

A. his ID card　　　　 B. his address

C. his phone number　 D.the active duty ID

3.It is known that people can go to Shawnee Mountain by lift___________.

A. with expensive tickets at night

B. from 8 am to 10 pm on Sundays

C. from Mid December to March

D. just from Monday to Friday

4.Which is NOT TRUE according to the passage?

A. There are 2 holiday periods during a winter.

B. The prices now are not the same as last year.

C. People over 70 are also welcome to be there.

D. People can go to the mountain in the afternoon.

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Don't have plenty of time for reading? If you are interested in non-fiction books, here are good choices for you.

A Room of One's Own

This essay by English writer Virginia Woolf is based on several lectures given to two woman's colleges at Cambridge University to 1928. In it, Woolf describes that it's circumstance not talent that allows men to be more successful at writing. Women, in other word, spend so much time cooking, cleaning, and tending to their children that they have no time left for art. To write well, therefore, a woman must have a "room of her own".

The Art of War

Written by Chinese warrior SunZi in the 5th century BC, The Art of War widely considered to be one of the best books about military strategy in human history. Containing of 13 chapters, each detailing a separate aspect of warfare, the book has been translated into every major language and has thousands of editions. For centuries, it has been cited (引用) and praised by world leaders both for its detailed study of military strategy (军事策略） and its phibsophical (哲学的）examination of strong, effective leadership.

Letter to My Daughter

This 2009 book of essays and poems by Maya Angelou，a respectable American poet, is written for the daughter never had—the millions of women, both young and old，that she considers to be her "family." From the viewpoint of a caring, older relative, this book contains lessons selected from her own life experiences, including the birth of her only child，a son，as well as the formation and loss of friendships,

A Brief History of Time

If you' re short on time，then why not read about，well，the creation of time? This 1998 from brilliant scientist and mathematician Stephen Hawking explores mind-bending question s about the creation of the universe, including if and when it will end，and if so, how? Despite heavy subject matter, Hawkimg addresses these questions in a way that's easy to understand, even for those who know little about physics.

1.What can we learns about the contents of the books?

A. A Room of One's Own talks about more than writing,

B. The Art of War also gives definition of philosophy.

C. Letter to My Daughter is actually a common family letter.

D. A Brief History of Time mainly focuses on the mailer of time.

2.What can be inferred from the passage?

A. Woolf looks down, upon men in writing.

B. The book by SunZi is helpful in policy-making.

C. Mgya devotes herself to fighting for women's rights.

D. As a physicist, Hawking is equally famous in writing.

3.What is the purpose of the pasaage?

A. To promote of the four books.

B. To make comments on the four books,

C. To recommend the four books to readers.

D. To make comparisons between the four books.

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Though winters in Britain are cold and there is usually snow, there are ________ places for skiing.

A. some          B. many            C. few             D. a few

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When I commute (通勤) into London, there are certainly plenty of people conversing on their mobile phones—discussing and sharing personal details with a friend. 1. In fact, they don't even acknowledge the person who is actually sitting beside them.

Many of us spend part of each day surrounded by strangers, whether on our daily commute, or sitting in a park or a cafe. 2. However, new evidence has shown that gathering the courage to strike up a conversation might be good for our health.

Behavioural scientists Nicholas Epley and Juliana Schroeder looked at this silent relationship and whether solitude (独处) is a more positive experience than interacting with strangers. 3. Their research suggested that when we make an initial conversation, ''we consistently underestimate how much a new person likes us. '' It seems we carry a negative voice in our head telling us all the things that could go wrong and why someone wouldn't want to converse with us.

4. It found that ''every participant in our experiment who actually tried to talk to a stranger found the person sitting next to them was happy to chat.'' The conclusion is that connecting with strangers is surprisingly pleasant. It has a positive impact on our wellbeing. It's true that talking can make you feel happier and happiness can lead to better mental health.

It's good to talk. So maybe, if you're a loner, it's time to come out of your shell and make some small talk with a stranger. 5.

A.The experiment proved to be successful.

B.It could be the beginning of a new friendship.

C.But most of them remain just that—strangers.

D.They talk as though the person is sitting next to them.

E.Talking to strangers can change the communication skills and habits.

F.Their research involved an experiment with a group of Chicago commuters.

G.They found that many people feel uncomfortable and frightened talking to others.

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