LONDON (AP) — England joins on Sunday the growing list of places that ban smoking in public buildings, taxis and other places including even Buckingham Palace with a tough law.
Pubs, clubs and restaurants will all be smoke-free. Taxi and delivery drivers have been warned that they too could be fined 50 pounds, or about $100, if caught lighting up inside work vehicles.
Experts say the bans have become an irreversible (不可逆转的) tread because of greatly rising health costs and public uneasiness over second-hand smoke. Some of the strictest smoking bans are in the United States, even though there is no federal anti-smoking policy. New York and Florida have strict bans, while California has certain outdoor smoking bans.
Spain, Italy, Iran, Norway, Sweden, Singapore, South Africa, Uruguay and new Zealand have passed legislation(立法) to restrict smoking. France banned smoking in many public places in February and plans to extend the ban to cafes and restaurants next year. Finland is introducing a ban in 2009.
Despite the spread of bans, the World Health Organization predicts a steady rise in tobacco sales. In its Tobacco Atlas, the WHO said that by 2030 there will be “at least another two billion smokers in the world” and an expected decrease in male smokers “will be offset by an increase in female smoking rates, especially in developing countries.”
In advance of the English ban, anti-smoking ads have coated bus stops and the British government has subsidized(资助) programs to help people quit. The rest of Britain—Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland —already have smoking bans in place.
1.The first two paragraphs mainly tell us_______
A．Buckingham Palace bans smoking
B．smoking ban comes into force in England
C．there’s no smoking in Buckingham Palace
D．smoking is against the law in England
2.Which of the following places may still be smoking areas in England?
A．Private houses B．Taxis.
C．Restaurants. D．London clubs
3.The underlined word “offset” in paragraph 5 probably means “________”.
A．decreased B．raised C．encouraged D．balanced
4.What do we know from the passage?
A．Smoking has strictly been forbidden in cafes in France.
B．There is an extremely strict smoking ban everywhere in America.
C．Smoking situation is still serious across the world.
D．Related ads didn’t appear in England until the English ban was lifted.（解除）
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LONDON (AP) — England joins on Sunday the growing list of places that ban smoking in public buildings, taxis and other places including even Buckingham Palace with a tough law.
Pubs, clubs and restaurants will all be smoke-free. Taxi and delivery drivers have been warned that they too could be fined 50 pounds, or about $100, if caught lighting up inside work vehicles.
Experts say the bans have become an irreversible (不可逆转的) tread because of greatly rising health costs and public uneasiness over second-hand smoke. Some of the strictest smoking bans are in the United States, even though there is no federal anti-smoking policy. New York and Florida have strict bans, while California has certain outdoor smoking bans.
Spain, Italy, Iran, Norway, Sweden, Singapore, South Africa, Uruguay and new Zealand have passed legislation(立法) to restrict smoking. France banned smoking in many public places in February and plans to extend the ban to cafes and restaurants next year. Finland is introducing a ban in 2009.
Despite the spread of bans, the World Health Organization predicts a steady rise in tobacco sales. In its Tobacco Atlas, the WHO said that by 2030 there will be “at least another two billion smokers in the world” and an expected decrease in male smokers “will be offset by an increase in female smoking rates, especially in developing countries.”
In advance of the English ban, anti-smoking ads have coated bus stops and the British government has subsidized(资助) programs to help people quit. The rest of Britain—Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland —already have smoking bans in place.
1.The first two paragraphs mainly tell us_______
A．Buckingham Palace bans smoking
B．smoking ban comes into force in England
C．there’s no smoking in Buckingham Palace
D．smoking is against the law in England
2.Which of the following places may still be smoking areas in England?
A．Private houses B．Taxis.
C．Restaurants. D．London clubs
3.The underlined word “offset” in paragraph 5 probably means “________”.
A．decreased B．raised C．encouraged D．balanced
4.What do we know from the passage?
A．Smoking has strictly been forbidden in cafes in France.
B．There is an extremely strict smoking ban everywhere in America.
C．Smoking situation is still serious across the world.
D．Related ads didn’t appear in England until the English ban was lifted.（解除）
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A group of 1309 passengers boarded the MS Balmoral on Sunday, in Southampton, England, on a voyage to retrace(重走) the path of the Titanic. The Titanic was the biggest ship in the world when it sailed on its ill-fated first voyage on April 10, 1912. Of the 2227 passengers and crew aboard, more than1500 died. The ship, which was headed for New York City, carried the rich and famous on its first voyage. It also carried immigrants who were seeking a better life in America.
Relatives of people who sailed on the Titanic, historians, authors and people fascinated by the story of the unsinkable ship were on the Balmoral. They wanted to remember the Titanic and those who died on her first and last voyage.
The Balmoral is following Titanic's original route from Southampton. First, the modern-day cruise liner docked（进港） in the port of Cherbourg, France, where the Titanic had picked up more passengers. On Monday afternoon, the Balmoral stops in Cobh, Ireland, the Titanic's last port of call before sailing to New York.
The Balmoral then sailed the North Atlantic Ocean to the location where Titanic hit an iceberg . On Sunday, April 15, at 2：20 a. m. --- the time the Titanic went down---passengers and crew held a memorial service. The next two days were spent in Halifax, Canada, where many victims of the sinking are buried. Then, the Balmoral will reach its final destination in New York City, where Titanic was supposed to dock—but never did.
So far, several teams of divers have explored the site. They have recovered some items such as dishes and silverware and put them on public display. And more trips are planned to the wreckage in the future. The Titanic and its passengers and crew have been remembered in books, movies and TV programs. But there's a much more important contribution that Titanic gave us. After she sank, lawmakers and shipbuilders made ships safer. It took a terrible tragedy to make ship travel safer for all.
1.We learn from the first paragraph that .
A．about 700 passengers of the Titanic survived.
B．the Titanic sank on its second voyage.
C．less than 2000 passengers boarded the Titanic.
D．all the passengers’ hopes of the Titanic lay in America.
2.Which of the following shows the correct route of the Balmoral?
a. Halifax b. New York City c. Cobh d. Southampton e. Cherbourg
A．e-d-a-b-c B．d-e-c-a-b
C．e-c-a-b-d D．d-c-e-a-b
3.What might be the most important contribution of the Titanic?
A．Its site attracts more exploring teams.
B．It makes the later ships more secure.
C．Some of its items are on public display.
D．More trips are planned to its wreckage.
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A group of 1,309 passengers boarded the MS Balmoral on Sunday, in Southampton, England, on a voyage to retrace (重走) the path of the Titanic. The Titanic was the biggest ship in the world when it sailed on its ill-fated first voyage on April 10, 1912. Of the 2,227 passengers and crew aboard, more than l,500 died. The ship, which was headed for New York City, carried the rich and famous on its first voyage. It also carried immigrants who were seeking a better life in America.
Relatives of people who sailed on the Titanic, historians, authors and people fascinated by the story of the unsinkable ship were on the Balmoral. They wanted to remember the Titanic and those who died on her first and last voyage.
The Balmoral was following Titanic’s original route from Southampton. First, the modern-day cruise liner docked (进港) in the port of Cherbourg, France, where the Titanic had picked up more passengers. On Monday afternoon, the Balmoral stopped in Cobh, Ireland, the Titanic’s last port of call before sailing to New York.
The Balmoral then sailed the North Atlantic Ocean to the location where the Titanic hit an iceberg. On Sunday, April 15, at 2:20 a.m. — the time the Titanic went down － passengers and crew held a memorial service. The next two days were spent in Halifax, Canada, where many victims of the Titanic are buried. Then, the Balmoral reached its final destination in New York City, where the Titanic was supposed to dock — but never did.
So far, several teams of divers have explored the site. They have recovered items such as dishes and silverware and put them on public display. And the Titanic and its passengers and crew have been remembered in books, movies and TV programs. But there’s a much more important contribution that the Titanic has given us. After she sank, lawmakers and ship builders made ships safer. It took a terrible tragedy to make ship travel safer for all.
1.We learn from the first paragraph that _____.
A．the Titanic sank on its second voyage
B．about 700 passengers of the Titanic survived
C．less than 2,000 passengers boarded the Titanic
D．all the passengers’ hopes of the Titanic lay in America
2.Which of the following shows the correct route of the Balmoral?
a. Halifax b. New York City c. Cobh d. Southampton e. Cherbourg
A．d-e-c-a-b B．e-d-a-b-c C．e-c-a-b-d D．d-c-e-a-b
3.What might be the most important contribution of the Titanic?
A．Its site attracts many exploration teams. B．It has made later ships more secure.
C．Some of its items are on public display. D．More trips are planned to its site.
4.What would be the best title for the text?
A．The unsinkable ship B．The Titanic today
C．The Titanic’s route D．Sailing through history
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Wanted, Someone for a Kiss
We're looking for producers to join us on the sound of London Kiss 100 FM. You'll work on the station's music programmes. Music production experience in radio is necessary, along with rich knowledge of modern dance music. Please apply (申请) in writing to Producer Vacancies, Kiss 100.
Father Christmas
We're looking for a very special person, preferably over 40, to fill our Father Christmas suit.
Working days: Every Saturday from November 24 to December 15 and every day from December 17 to December 24 except Sundays, 10:30-16:00. Excellent pay. Please contact (联系) the Enterprise Shopping Centre, Station Parade, Eastbourne.
Accountants Assistant
When you join the team in our Revenue Administration Unit, you will be providing assistance within all parts of the Revenue Division, dealing with post and other general duties. If you are educated to GCSE grade C level we would like to talk to you. This position is equally suitable for a school leaver or for somebody who has office experience.
Wealden District Council
Software Trainer
If you are aged 24-45 and have experience in teaching and training, you could be the person we are looking for. You should be good at the computer and have some experience in programme writing. You will be allowed to make your own decisions, and to design courses as well as present them. Pay upwards of ￡15,000 for the right person. Please apply by sending your CV (简历) to Mrs R．Oglivie, Palmlace Limited.
1.Who should you get in touch with if you hope to work in a radio station?
A. Producer Vacancies, Kiss 100.
B. Mrs Oglivie, Palmlace Limited.
C. The Enterprise Shopping Centre.
D. Wealden District Council.
2.We learn from the ads that the Enterprise Shopping Centre needs a person who ________.
A. is aged between 24 and 40
B. may do some training work
C. should deal with general duties
D. can work for about a month
3.Which position is open to recent school graduates?
A. Producer, London Kiss.
B. Accountants Assistant.
C. Father Christmas.
D. Software Trainer.
4.What kind of person would probably apply to Palmlace Limited?
A. One with GCSE grade C level.
B. One with some office experience.
C. One having good computer knowledge.
D. One trained in producing music programmes.
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Wanted，Someone for a Kiss
We’re looking for producers to join us on the sound of London Kiss 100 FM．You’ll work on the station’s music programs．Music production experience in radio is necessary，along with rich knowledge of modern dance music．Please apply in writing to Producer Vacancies，Kiss 100．
Father Christmas
We’re looking for a very special person，preferably over 40，to fill our Father Christmas suit．
Working days：Every Saturday from November 24 to December 15 and every day from December 17 to December 24 except Sundays，10∶ 30 －16∶ 00．
Excellent pay．
Please contact the Enterprise Shopping Centre，Station Parade，Eastbourne．
Accountants Assistant
When you join the team in our Revenue Administration Unit，you will be providing assistance within all parts of the Revenue Division，dealing with post and other general duties．If you are educated to GCSE grade C level we would like to talk to you．This position is equally suitable for a school leaver or for somebody who has office experience．
Wealden District Council
Software Trainer
If you are aged 24—45 and have experience in teaching and training，you could be the person we are looking for．You should be good at the computer and have some experience in program writing．You will be allowed to make your own decisions，and to design courses as well as present them．Pay upwards of ￡15，000 for the right person．Please apply by sending your CV （简历）to Mrs．R．Oglivie，Palmlace Limited．
1.Who should you get in touch with if you hope to work in a radio station?
A．Wealden District Council． B．Producer Vacancies，Kiss 100．
C．The Enterprise Shopping Centre． D．Mrs Oglivie，Palmlace Limited．
2.We learn from the ads that the Enterprise Shopping Centre needs a person who________．
A．is aged between 24 and 40 B．may do some training work
C．should deal with general duties D．can work for about a month
3.Which position is open to recent school graduates?
A．Accountants Assistant． B．Father Christmas．
C．Producer，London Kiss． D．Software Trainer．
4.What kind of person would probably apply to Palmlace Limited?
A．One with GCSE grade C level．
B．One having good computer knowledge.
C．One with some office experience．
D．One trained in producing music programs．
高三英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析
Want to fit the best of London in your two-week vacation? Here is a list of the best places you must visit in London. Without visiting these, a trip to this city is no more than just incomplete.
Buckingham Palace Perhaps the most famous palace in the world, Buckingham Palace is the official London residence of the British monarch (君主). State rooms are open to visitors only during the Palace's Summer Opening, which takes place in most of August and September. However, if you are heading to the palace at a different time, you can witness "Changing of the Guard'', where the guard is changed daily from April to July, and on alternate days from August to March.
British Museum This museum showcases works from the birth of human civilization to the modern age, and has contributions from all continents of the world. The main attractions include the much-debated Parthenon Marbles (Elgin Marbles), Mummy of Cleopatra from Thebes, and the Rosetta Stone. Entry to the museum is free.
London Eye The 32 capsules on the London Eye carry many visitors every day. Due to its 360 rotation ability, you can almost see the entire city of London, when you reach the top. Until the Shard's privately-operated deck opened in 2013, the London Eye was the tallest public viewing point.
London Zoo The world's oldest scientific zoo, the London Zoo consists of many different types of animals. This is also one of the best places for children, as you can book a VIP encounter with the animals for them. And what's more? You can also stay overnight at the zoo in Lookout Lodge.
1.When should you go if you want to visit a state room in the Buckingham Palace?
A.In April. B.In September.
C.In July. D.In January.
2.Which of the following is NOT included in the British Museum?
A.Parthenon Marbles. B.the Rosetta Stone.
C.Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection. D.Mummy of Cleopatra from Thebes.
3.Which statement will the author disapprove of?
A.You can visit the British Museum free of charge.
B.You can witness "Changing of the Guard" every other day in December.
C.You can see the almost entire city of London on the top of the London Eye.
D.You needn't buy a ticket for your kid to enter London Zoo.
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At the age when many people ______ their first job, the youngsters of The Sunday Times Rich List are buying country estates or jetting off to their homes overseas.
| A．were looking for | B．have looked for | C．are looking for | D．looked for |
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England continues to be one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. London in particular is one of the most visited cities and draws people in with its appeal, history, and pubs. England’s smaller cities, like Bath and Oxford, are equally as attractive with a lot of culture and fewer crowds. Liverpool, birthplace of The Beatles, has a rich musical history. The countryside has wonderful natural beauty. Here are some tips on traveling in England.
Free museums—Public museums offer free admission in every city throughout England and the UK. It’s a great way to learn about the country’s most influential artists and history, and spend a rainy day without paying a cent.
Book early—Book all transportation well in advance, even if you don’t plan to use it. Fares can be around ￡2 with a little planning. The Megabus not only runs buses but also provides trains throughout England and is the best choice for cheap travel throughout the country.
Pub food—Eating in England can be quite expensive, but for good cheap and filling meals, visit the local pubs, where you can get a good meal for less than ￡10. Besides, the pubs are a great way to meet people!
Get a Taste of UK card—The Taste of the UK card offers up to 50% off at selected restaurants. You don’t need to be an English to get the card, and you needn’t pay the first month’s membership fee, which is perfect for most travelers.
Take a free walking tour—Many major cities in England offer free walking tours. They usually last a few hours and are a great way to see the city.
1.Compared with London, Oxford is .
A. more appealing B. less crowded
C. larger in size D. richer in history
2.Why is eating in local pubs suggested?
A. The price of food is low there.
B. The chance of meeting stars is high there.
C. The service is excellent there.
D. The dining atmosphere is perfect there.
3.What can be known from the text?
A. All museums in the UK are free of charge.
B. The best way to travel around England is by bus.
C. Free walking tours are available in only some cities in England.
D. Holders of the Taste of UK card can enjoy discounts at all restaurants.
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There is some doubt ____ the sick schoolboy can join in the English evening party on Sunday.
A. / B. whether C. that D. which
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Wanted, Someone for a Kiss
We’re looking for producers to join us in the second of London 100FM. You’ll work on the station’s music programmes. Music production experience in radio is necessary, along with rich knowledge of modern dance music. Please apply(申请) in writing to Producer Vacancies, Kiss100.
Father Christmas
We’re looking for a very special person preferably over 40, to fill our Father Christmas suit.
Working days: Every Saturday from November 24 to December 15 and every day from December17 to December24 except Sunday, 10:30—16:00
Excellent pay.
Please contact(联系)the Enterprise Shopping Center, Station Parade, Eastbourne.
Accountants Assistant
When you join the them in our Revenue Administration Unit, you will be providing assistance within all parts of the Revenue Division, dealing with post and other general duties. If you are educated to GCSE grade C level we would like to talk to you. This position is equally suitable for a school leaver of for somebody who has office experience.
Wealden District Council
Software Trainer
If you are aged 24-45 and have experience in teaching and training, you could be the person we are looking for. You should be good at the computer and have some experience in programme writing. You will be allowed to make our decision, and to design courses as well as present them. Pay upwards of ￡15,000 for the right person. Please apply by sending your CV (简历) to Mrs R. Oglivie, Palmlace Limited.
1.Who should you get in touch with if you hope to work in a radio station?
A. The Enterprise Shopping Centre
B. Mrs R. Oglivie, Palmlace Limited.
C. Producer Vacancies, Kiss 100.
D. Wealden District Council.
2.We learn from the ads that the Enterprise Shopping Centre needs a person who __________________.
A. is aged between 24 and 40
B. may do some training work
C. can work for about a month
D. should deal with general duties
3.Which position is open to recent school graduates?
A. Producer, London Kiss.
B. Father Christmas.
C. Software Trainer
D. Accountants Assistant
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