题目内容
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Australian Taboos(禁忌)
Lots of international students experienced cultural shock in Australia.Undoubtedly, knowing more about Australia is of importance for a pleasant school life there.The following are some common taboos, or habits that are seen as offensive or rude by most Australians.If you want to make a good impression, it is best to avoid these habits.
· 1 In Australia it is common to see people using handkerchiefs to blow their noses.This is not considered unclean as it is in some cultures.
·Making a noise when eating is thought to be rude.Eating in a public places should be done quietly. 2
·As in many countries, dropping rubbish or leaving it behind is considered impolite and is punishable with a fine.
·Other social taboos includes opening someone's door without knocking first and going through a door without holding it open for the person behind you. 3
4 You should find out about accommodation and language training.Reading books about Australia will give you an idea of the different cultural environment. 5 If you are prepared for differences, are ready to enjoy the experience as a whole and keep a sense of humor and optimism,, then it should all turn out to be a pleasant learning and life adventure.
A.These two are the habits anyone should avoid for ever.
B.Arriving late for an appointment is not appreciated.
C.However, the best preparation is a positive, realistic attitude.
D.Besides, constant clearing of the throat at table is thought to be rude.
E.Sniffing instead of blowing your nose is considered unacceptable.
F.Blowing your nose instead of sniffing is considered unacceptable.
G.Also, by planning ahead you will be better prepared for the study in Australia.
解析:
E D A G C
第二节(共5小题;每小题2分,满分10分)
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
In 1990 a report was published about what the earth might be like 20 years from then on. 71 According to the report,the picture of the earth in the year 2010 is not a pleasant one. 72 The population could be as large as 6300 million,almost 2150 million more than in 1985.More people would move into cities ,especially cities in developing countries.Cities like Cairo and Jakarta probably would each have 15 million by then.
73 Farmers will grow 90% more food than they did in 1985,but most of the increase would be in countries that already produce enough food for their people. 74 Poor farming ways are destroying large areas of crop land,changing farms into deserts.More farmland is lost as cities become larger and more houses are built.Air pollution will get worse as industrial countries burn more coal and oil.Many of the world's forests could disappear as more and more trees are cut down.Energy will continue to be a serious problem. 75 They only workde out the situation that exists today.By changing the situation,by settling the problems,the picture can be changed.There is still time for the nations of the world to work out a plan of action.But they warned that waiting too long to make de cisions would greatly reduce the chances of success.
A.Food production will increase,but not enough to feed all the people. |
B.The report was a result of a three - year study. |
C.Later on,more reports came out one by one. |
D.The world will be more crowded because the population will continue to grow. |
E.Experts believe enough food will be produced in developing countries very soon.
F.The experts say their picture of the earth for the year 2010 may be wrong.
G.Little increase is expected in South Asia,Africa and the Middle East.