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Both the pink and blue dresses are pretty, but I like the _____ better.

A. previous B. prior C. former D. first

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Romance does not have to fizzle out（失败） in long-term relationships and progress into a companionship/friendship-type love, a new study has found. Romantic love can last a lifetime and lead to happier, healthier 1 .

"Many believe that 2 love is the same as passionate（多情的）love," said lead researcher Bianca P. Acevedo, PhD, then at Stony Brook University (currently at University of California, Santa Barbara). "It isn't. Romantic love has the intensity, engagement and sexual chemistry that passionate love has, minus the obsessive component（过度成分）. Passionate or obsessive love includes 3 of uncertainty and anxiety. This kind of love 4 drive the shorter relationships but not the longer ones."

These findings 5 in the March issue of Review of General Psychology, published by the American Psychological Association.

Acevedo and co-researcher Arthur Aron, PhD, reviewed 25 studies with 6,070 individuals in short- and long-term relationships to 6 whether romantic love is associated with more satisfaction. To determine this, they 7 the relationships in each of the studies as romantic, passionate (romantic with obsession) or friendship-like love and categorized them as long- or short-term.

The researchers looked at 17 short-term relationship studies, which included 18- to 23-year-old college students who were 8 , dating or married, with the average relationship lasting less than four years. They also 9 at 10 long-term relationship studies including middle-aged couples who were typically married 10 years or more. Two of the 10 ncluded both long- and short-term relationships in which it was possible to distinguish the two samples.

The review found that those who reported greater romantic love were more 11 in both the short- and long-term relationships. Companion-like love was only moderately 12 with satisfaction in both short- and long-term relationships. And those who reported greater passionate love in their relationships were more satisfied in the short term 13 to the long term.

Couples who reported more satisfaction in their relationships also 14 being happier and having higher self-esteem.

Feeling that a partner is "there for you" 15 or a good relationship, Acevedo said, and facilitates（促进） feelings of romantic love. On the other hand, "feelings of insecurity are generally associated with 16 satisfaction, and in some 17 may spark conflict in the relationship. This can manifest（表白） into obsessive love," she said.

This discovery may change people's 18 of what they want in long-term relationships. According to the authors, companionship love, which is what many couples see as the natural 19 of a successful relationship, may be an unnecessary compromise(妥协). "Couples should strive for love with all the trimmings（修剪）," Acevedo said. "And couples who've been together a long time and wish to get back their romantic edge should know it is an attainable（可达到的） goal that, like most good things in life, 20 energy and devotion."

( ) 1. A. scholarships B. friendships C. relationships D. companionships

( ) 2. A. obsessive B. romantic C. passionate D. companion

( ) 3. A. feelings B. factors C. consequences D. barriers

( ) 4. A. contributes B. helps C. prevents D. speeds

( ) 5. A. occur B. take C. write D. appear

( ) 6. A. find out B. work out C. take out D. bring out

( ) 7. A. separated B. classified C. divided D. cut

( ) 8. A. alone B. lonely C. single D. unique

( ) 9. A. glanced B. glared C. stared D. looked

( ) 10. A. findings B. examinations C. experiments D. studies

( ) 11. A. unpleased B. disappointed C. satisfied D. desperate

( ) 12. A. referred B. associated C. contended D. conflicted

( ) 13. A. compared B. comparing C. added D. led

( ) 14. A. reported B. said C. believed D. hoped

( ) 15. A. takes B. makes C. means D. depends

( ) 16. A. higher B. lower C. no D. much

( ) 17. A. environments B. states C. air D. cases

( ) 18. A. views B. expectations C. remarks D. statements

( ) 19. A. progression B. change C. results D. choice

( ) 20. A. produces B. satisfies C. requires D. consumes

It was a party. I was 18 and it was fresher(大一新生) week. I was at the beginning of a course in English Literature and full of enthusiasm for my subject. She was also 18 and enrolled in a course in physics.
“Your major is of no use to society. What will you do with it when you graduate, other than teach? Plus, you’re going to be poor your whole life,” she said. “You have no soul and your degree is boring. I don’t care how much money you’re going to earn. I’d rather be poor and don’t mind being a teacher. If I love my work I’ll have something far more meaningful than a big bank account!” came the reply.
And so it went, back and forth, neither of us giving the other an inch, each of us stubbornly committed to our prejudice. We were both ignorant, but our ignorance was also society’s ignorance. It had always been that way. Scientists mocked(嘲笑) humanists; humanists laughed at scientists. Back in the 1960s, the physicist-turned novelist C. P. Snow labeled the sciences-humanities divide “a problem of ‘the two cultures’” . He said it was bad for society. The modern world needed well-rounded people.
I think I know better now, but it would have helped if we had been encouraged to think a little more outside our science and arts “boxes”.
That’s why I believe it is healthy that China is beginning a debate on whether it’s wise for young people to have to choose which direction their careers – and lives – will take at such an early age. At the moment, in their second year of high school, students must choose either the sciences or the humanities. After making the choice, they focus their energies on passing the appropriate college entrance exam.
But now, people in China are asking: Is this forced, early decision good for young people or society? Young people need time to explore, to discover where their real talents and interests lie. There are more than just a few middle-aged people out there, stuck in jobs they hate because they made the wrong choice at the wrong time.
And from the point of view of society, isn’t it better for students to delay a while before they decide what to study? Scientists can benefit from learning to develop the critical skills associated with the humanities; students in the humanities, surely, only stand to gain by finding out a little more about science and technology, which are so important to the future of a developing country like China.
With any luck, in the future young people fresh to college will be better informed about the possibilities of education than people of my generation.
【小题1】The author describes what happened at a fresher party to ________.

A．show that he was ready to defend the subject he enjoyed

B．lead up his argument that the sciences-humanities divide is harmful

C．prove that doing something meaningful is better than having a lot of money

D．describe how fierce students of different majors can be when arguing with each other

【小题2】What was C. P. Snow’s attitude towards the sciences-humanities divide?
A. Indifferent. B. Unce

rtain. C. Positive. D. Negative.
【小题3】In the sixth paragraph, an example mentioning middle-aged people is used to show that ________.

A．students should not make decisions too early

B．not all people have a talent for or are interested in the sciences

C．these people did not have the chance to make a choice earlier in life

D．the earlier young people make a decision, the better it will be for them

【小题4】According to the text, it is safe to say that ________.
A. sciences are more practical in the modern world
B. C. P. Snow was a novelist who became a physicist
C. future generations will be able to get more out of education
D. a command of both th

e sciences and humanities is important to society
【小题5】What’s the best ti

tle for the article?

A．The sciences or the humanities, which to choose?

B．High school education in China

C．Isn’t it better to delay the choice of the career direction?

D．A better time to decide what to study

Mexico City is truly one of the most amazing cities in the world with a mixture of both the old and new world. From the moment your plane starts to land in this vast city, you know that your trip will be quite an adventure.
Once in your taxi and the moment you leave the airport, you are amazed at the large amount of slow traffic. The volume of the traffic can be stressful to some.
The "Paseo de la Reforma (改革大道)", running southwest across the city, is one of the major tourist and business areas in Mexico City with many high quality hotels only walking distance from great restaurants and other tourist attractions. The only problem you will have is trying to see all of these sites during your vacation time.
One of the most popular attractions in this area is the National Museum of Anthropology along the northwest part of the street. There are thousands of artifacts on display showing the history of the area and numerous items found from the many Aztec sites in the area. Walking southwest from the museum, you will soon reach the Mexico City Zoo, which is a great place to spend an afternoon.
Across the street from the museum is the Chapultepec Castle, once an important site in the Mexican-American war. It's also a good idea to take the train up the hill to where the castle is located as the hill is steep (陡峭的). It's important to keep in mind that Mexico City is over 7,000 feet above sea level and some feel it difficult to breathe when walking.
You can take a taxi to the Coyoacan market during the evening on a weekend. It's a great place to get some cheap souvenirs to bring back home and to enjoy some traditional Mexican cuisine. However, you must be careful where you eat and that the meat is well cooked.
55．The tourists in Mexico City may not be satisfied with______.
A．the high speed of the traffic                     B．the heavy traffic of the city
C．the polluted air in the city                               D．their safety in the city
56．From the third paragraph, we can learn that______.
A．the number of the city attractions can't meet the needs of the tourists
B．it is convenient for tourists to visit the city from where they stay
C．tourists have problems when visiting the sites in Mexico City
D．tourists often have their three meals in the high quality hotels
57．Which of the following shows the correct positions of the following places?
P =" Paseo" de la Reforma           M =" the" National Museum of Anthropology
C =" the" Chapultepec Castle       Z =" the" Mexico City Zoo

58．Which of the following attractions may interest those who want to study the military (of the army) history of Mexico City?
A．The National Museum of Anthropology.    B．The Coyoacan market.
C．The Chapultepec Castle.                          D．The Aztec sites.

Things to do this weekend
★Scottish Dance Party
The Bellingham Scottish Country Dancers, which holds such events, welcomes all ages and dance levels to attend tonight’s ceilidh (同乐会), which starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Boys & Girls Club. Dancers will be taught and snacks will be served. Admission is ＄7 for adults, ＄4 for students. Call 734-1295 or go to www.bellinghamscd.org for more information.
★All-ages Showcase
Vincent Blackshadow is among the performers at an all-ages concert at 8 tonight at the Old Foundry. The High School Band Showcase is organized by Whatcom All-Ages Arts and Music (WhAAM), a community organization founded with the aim of providing a safe all-ages music and arts place. Admission is ＄5. Call 201-7408 or visit www.myspace.com/whaam for details.
★A Touch of Shakespeare
Hans Altweis and Jennifer Sue Johnson star in the Seattle Shakespeare Company’s performance of a part of Shakespeare’s play, Othello, in Russ Banham’s adaptation (改编) that draws upon (利用) the magic realism of Latin American culture. The play runs Sept. 5 through Sept. 8 at the Seattle Center House. Tickets are from ＄18 --＄30. Call (206) 733-8222 or go to www.seatttleshakespeare.org for more information.
★Hike Around Squires Lake
Enjoy views from Alger Alp, followed by a hike around Squires Lake. This hike is easy. Meet organizers at the foot of Alger Alp at 10 a.m. To get to Squires lake, take Interstate 5 south to Lake Samish exit 242, then go east for 0.7 mile on Old Highway 99. The hike is free. Information: www.mountbakerclub.org.
【小题1】Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?

【小题2】According to the passage, which of the following is free?

A．Hike Around Squires Lake.	B．All-ages Showcase.
C．Scottish Dance Party.	D．A Touch of Shakespeare.

【小题3】Which of the following websites can offer more information about Othello?

A．www.mountbakerclub.org.	B．www.bellinghamscd.org.
C．www.myspace.com/whaam.	D．www.seatttleshakespeare.org.

【小题4】If you want to enjoy music and only have ＄5, which of the following can you go to?

A．Scottish Dance Party.	B．All-ages Showcase.
C．A Touch of Shakespeare.	D．Hike Around Squires Lake.

【小题5】According to the passage, we can know that__________.

A．both the old and the young can go to Scottish Dance Party

B．calling 201-7408 can help you know more about a hike

C．it takes a lot of time to reach Squires Lake

D．Hans Altweis is a famous writer

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根据下列句子及所给汉字注释或首字母提示，在句子后边的横线上，写出空缺处各单词的正确形式。（每空只写一词）
【小题1】We should not judge a person by his __________ 外表）.
【小题2】How did the people __________ （反应）to the latest news?
【小题3】Schools need __________（志愿者）to help children to read.
【小题4】It was said that the little child had been __________（咬）by the fierce dog.
【小题5】Police asked __________（过路人）if they had seen the accident.
【小题6】I like to read books on __________（电子的）music.
【小题7】We may __________（自信地）look forward to the future.
【小题8】 Lesinko is quite f_________ with China Central Television. He worked there for 25 years.
【小题9】 I don’t like b__________ with the sellers over the price of the goods.
【小题10】The scientist encourages the young to e__________ unknown fields.
【小题11】The hotel bill c__________ every fee, including the broken glass.
【小题12】The doctor p__________ the operation successfully.
【小题13】It is a__________ to the weather forecast that we know there will be a heavy snow in 3 days.
【小题14】Both the Winter and the Summer Olympics are held every four years on a r__________ basis.                                                 【小题15】To be honest, some parents don’t a__________ great importance to their children’s character training.

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