There was once a man who had four sons. He wanted his sons to learn not to 1        things too quickly. So he sent them each on a quest,2       ,to go and look at a pear tree that was a great distance 3       . The first son went in the winter,the second in the 4       ,the third in summer,5       the youngest son in the fall.

  6       they had all gone and come back,the father called them together to 7        what they had seen. The first son said that the tree was 8       ,bent,and twisted. The second son said that it wasn't 9        and it was covered with green buds and full of 10.        The third son disagreed;he said it was laden with blossoms that 11        so sweet and looked so beautiful,it was the most 12        thing he had ever seen. The last son 13        with all of them; he said it was 14        and drooping with fruit,15       of life and fulfillment.

  The man then 16        to his sons that they were all right,because they had each seen 17        only one season in the tree's life. He told them that you cannot judge a tree or a 18       by only one season,and that the essence of who they are and the pleasure,joy,anger and 19        that come from that life can only be 20        at the end,when all the seasons are up.

(   ) 1. A. attain   B. judge   C. desert   D. share

(   ) 2. A. in turn   B. in return   C. in place   D. in order

(   ) 3. A. far   B. from   C. behind   D. away

(   ) 4. A. autumn   B. summer   C. spring   D. winter

(   ) 5. A. and   B. but   C. however   D. therefore

(   ) 6. A. After   B. Before   C. Once   D. While

(   ) 7. A. speak   B. paint   C. draw   D. describe

(   ) 8. A. odd   B. ugly   C. enjoyable   D. strange

(   ) 9. A. true   B. accurate   C. actual   D. specific

(   ) 10. A. magic   B. energy   C. promise   D. mystery

(   ) 11. A. tasted   B. smelled   C. sounded   D. felt

(   ) 12. A. graceful   B. colorful   C. moving   D. terrible

(   ) 13. A. agreed   B. added   C. nodded   D. disagreed

(   ) 14. A. pleased   B. golden   C. ripe   D. deserted

(   ) 15. A. filled   B. full   C. lack   D. short

(   ) 16. A. explained   B. praised   C. responded   D. educated

(   ) 17. A. and   B. that   C. but   D. just

(   ) 18. A. thing   B. matter   C. life   D. person

(   ) 19. A. sorrow   B. chance   C. pleasure   D. achievement

(   ) 20. A. guessed   B. measured   C. balanced   D. revealed

  Pygmalion was a very famous sculptor in ancient Greece. He loved his work,and would spend hours 1        beautiful ivory statues. One day,he chose a large,beautiful 2       of ivory,and 3       diligently at it,chiseling and hammering until he finished. It was a statue of a beauti?ful lady. Pygmalion 4       the figure,gave it jewels,and named it Galatea ( sleeping love) . Pygmalion went to the temple of Aphrodite (Venus) ,the 5       of love and beauty to pray for a 6       just like the statue in his home.

  When Aphrodite heard him,she went to the 7        of the sculptor to see 8        all the fuss was about. She was 9        when she saw Galatea. She thought it looked a lot like herself,so she brought it to 10       . When the sculptor 11        home,he went straight up to the 12       . As he gazed at it,a change came over it. A faint 13        appeared on its cheeks,a gleam shone from its eyes and its lips opened into a sweet smile. Pygmalion stood 14        when Galatea be?gan to move towards him. She was simple and sweet and alive!Soon the room was ringing with her sliver voice. He found Galatea 15       ,and threw himself at her feet. Galatea 16       down at him. They soon got married,and Pygmalion didn't forget to 17        Aphrodite for his good fortune. He and Galatea brought girls to her altar (祭坛) 18       they lived. Aphrodite blessed them with happiness and love in return.

  The Pygmalion effect (also known as Rosenthal effect) ,19       after the ancient myth of Pygmalion and his statue,is 20       by saying:People tend to behave as you expect they will.

(   ) 1. A. loving   B. drawing   C. using   D. carving

(   ) 2. A. pair   B. handful   C. piece   D. set

(   ) 3. A. made   B. worked   C. put   D. stayed

(   ) 4. A. buried   B. met   C. clothed   D. turned

(   ) 5. A. goddess   B. princess   C. hostess   D. actress

(   ) 6. A. daughter   B. wife   C. son   D. friend

(   ) 7. A. ivory   B. fortune   C. home   D. altar

(   ) 8. A. why   B. which   C. what   D. when

(   ) 9. A. scared   B. bored   C. frightened   D. delighted

(   ) 10. A. life   B. death   C. certainty   D. safety

(   ) 11. A. found   B. stayed   C. arrived   D. returned

(   ) 12. A. statue   B. fortune   C. door   D. window

(   ) 13. A. power   B. dot   C. color   D. line

(   ) 14. A. quiet   B. silent   C. speechless   D. mute

(   ) 15. A. active   B. alive   C. lovely   D. helpful

(   ) 16. A. shouted   B. smiled   C. looked   D. set

(   ) 17. A. pray   B. bless   C. work   D. thank

(   ) 18. A. as long as   B. as far as   C. as soon as   D. as many as

(   ) 19. A. looked   B. used   C. mentioned   D. named

(   ) 20. A. discovered   B. invented   C. created   D. expressed

 An eight-year-old child heard her parents talking about her little brother. All she knew was that he was very sick and they had no money left. When she heard her daddy say to her 1        mother with whispered desperation, " 2       a miracle can save him now," the little girl went to her bedroom and took out her piggy bank. She 3       all the change out on the floor and counted it carefully. Then she 4        her way six blocks to the local drugstore. "And what do you want?" asked the chemist.

  "It's 5       my little brother," the girl answered back. "He's really,really sick and I want to buy a 6       . His name is Andrew and he has something 7        growing inside his head and my daddy says only a miracle can save him."

  "We don't 8        miracles here,child. I'm sorry," the chemist said,smiling 9       at the little girl.

  In the shop was a 10       customer. He stooped (弯腰) down and asked the little girl, "What kind of miracle does your brother 11       ?"

  "I don't know," she replied. "He's really sick and mommy says he needs 12        But my daddy can't pay for it,so I have brought my 13      .”

  "How much do you have?" asked the man.

  "One dollar and eleven cents,14       I can try and get some more”,she answered quietly.

  "Well,what a coincidence," smiled the man. "A dollar and eleven cents―the 15       price of a miracle for little brother. 16       me to where you live. I want to see your brother and 17        your parents."

 That welldressed man was Dr. Carlton Armstrong,a surgeon. The operation was completed without 18        and it wasn't long before Andrew was 19        again and doing well.

  The little girl was happy. She knew exactly how much the miracle cost ... one dollar and eleven cents ... plus the 20         of a little child.

(   ) 1. A. tearful   B. hopeful   C. lovely   D. kind

(   ) 2. A. Simply   B. Just   C. Only   D. Helpfully

(   ) 3. A. drew   B. pulled   C. took   D. poured

(   ) 4. A. followed   B. made   C. fought   D. found

(   ) 5. A. to   B. towards   C. for   D. on

(   ) 6. A. hope   B. doctor   C. favor   D. miracle

(   ) 7. A. bad   B. small   C. extra   D. big

(   ) 8. A. process   B. offer   C. sell   D. store

(   ) 9. A. angrily   B. sadly   C. tightly   D. coldly

(   ) 10. A. welldressed   B. kindhearted   C. wellbehaved   D. goodlooking

(   ) 11. A. want   B. need   C. appreciate   D. like

(   ) 12. A. a doctor   B. a surgeon   C. an operation   D. a kindness

(   ) 13. A. savings   B. cash   C. wishes   D. ideas

(   ) 14. A. since   B. as   C. after   D. but

(   ) 15. A. same   B. exact   C. proper   D. necessary

(   ) 16. A. Show   B. Help   C. Take   D. Follow

(   ) 17. A. help   B. encourage   C. persuade   D. meet

(   ) 18. A. difficulty   B. delay   C. charge   D. result

(   ) 19. A. happy   B. well   C. strong   D. home

(   ) 20. A. cleverness   B. faith   C. courage   D. responsibility

  People often ask me why I wear a red ribbon. Some people ask the question simply to find out what the ribbon means,but other people are really asking a hidden question:they wonder what experiences in life has moved me so that I would want to wear a red ribbon,a visible reminder to all who see me of the continuing battle against HIV and AIDS. They are asking why I,a white female in the heart of the conservative South,would choose to take an often unpopular stand,instead of quietly going about my life. Unknowingly,they are asking about my husband,Bob Johnson.

  Bob Johnson made me his wife,but AIDS made me his widow. He died in my arms at 1 :45 a.m. on Monday,May 17,1993,in the little white house we had moved into only two days earlier. In our private final hours,I sang to him,prayed over him,and recited the 23rd psalm over and over as I carefully brushed his long hair.

  "Go ahead,sweetie," I whispered as I held him, "it's okay to let go now. " As I kissed his lips for the last time and felt his life leave his body,my hand stayed on his chest,where his body heat remained the longest. Another brave warrior in the fight against AIDS had fallen.

  Now I wear the red ribbon. I am still alive,still able to carry the message about the reality and urgency of AIDS and how HIV can be prevented. I carry this message for those whose voices can no longer be heard but whose presence can still be felt. What message is that? I carry the message―to all who will hear and listen―that HIV/AIDS is,at this point,100% fatal ... but it is also 100% preventable.

  The gay community,for more than a decade,has shown us an incredible example of what unconditional love and honest,AIDS prevention education can accomplish. What about the rest of us? Where are the mainstream churches? I have been disppointed by stories of persons protesting AIDS funerals with hateful signs or quietly asking HIV-infected families to leave.

  When I wear the red ribbon,I am demonstrating my compassion and care for people living with HIV/AIDS,my determination that those who have already died from AIDS-related causes will not be forgotten,my support for the ongoing efforts of all AIDS service organizations and researchers,my desire to educate others about how to stop the spread of this plague.

  There are those who believe the red ribbon has lost its meaning,that it's only an empty symbol now. I disagree!As long as my red ribbon gives someone the opportunity to ask me a question about AIDS,or gives someone the strength to go through another day encouraged by this small sign of support and solidarity (团结) ,then its message is very clear; The red ribbon simply means that I care.

(   ) 1. The writer chose to wear a red ribbon         .

   A. to be given more sympathy from the friends and neighbor around

   B. to fight against the discrimination in the conservative South

   C. to offer the help for those who are infected with HIV/AIDS

   D. to collect money as much as possible for the AIDS orphans

(   ) 2. According to the passage,which of the following is true?

   A. Bob passed away together with his AIDS friend in the hospital.

   B. Families and friends were terribly afraid of saying goodbye to Bob.

   C. The love and care from his wife made Bob's leaving peacefully.

   D. Bob was infected with AIDS by blood transmission and drugs.

(   ) 3. What word can be used to take the place of the "underlined" word "plague" in the passage?

   A. disaster   B. rumour   C. message   D. sadness

(   ) 4. Which will be the best title for the passage?

   A. I Wear a Red Ribbon   B. AIDS Made Me a Widow

C: AIDS Is 100% Preventable   D. It's OK to Let Go Now

 One day,Rudolf was sailing when the sky turned black and threatening. Rudolf was sailing near a dangerous rocky place and the 1       port was four hours away. The wind began to blow stronger. Rudolf was beginning to feel 2       . Then,he saw a lighthouse less than a kilometer,away. The lighthouse was on a small 3        island surrounded by deep water. At the bottom of the lighthouse were big heavy rocks. In one place the rocks 4       . There,the water was calm,protected by the rocks. Rudolf tried to sail his boat into the 5        place. At last he did. At the top of the rocks was a man." You are welcome!" The lighthouse man led Rudolf up to the living room.

  They shared a supper. Then Rudolf 6        more about the old man. He was born in this 7        lighthouse 83 years ago. His father had been the lighthouse man before him. His mother,the only woman he had ever known,taught him to read the Bible and he read it every day,he had no other books. As a violin player,Rudolf had 8        time to read much either,but then he lived in the cities. He reached down and took out his 9      ,which he loved so much.

  "What do you 10        with that,Sir?" The old man asked. For a moment Rudolf thought the man was 11      ,but his face showed he was not. Rudolf found it 12        to believe that there was someone in the world who did not know what a violin was. Yet he could not laugh. "I make music with it," he spoke in a voice not sure of what he said.

  "Music?" the old man said,not completely understanding."I have heard of it,but I have never 13        music." "One does not see music,one hears it.""Ah,yes," the old man said,and he looked at him and gave him all the 14        of a great man.

  Then something in the storm and the lighthouse and the old man lifted Rudolf away from his 15        everyday feelings. He wanted to play music just for the old man,and with the storm and the winds to 16        him,he stood and played. The moments passed,moments that were days in the birth of fire and stars,moments of the 17        of all men and finally moments that showed the greatness of all human spirit. Never before had Rudolf played with such 18       .

  Rudolf dropped his head to his chest,19       hard. The old man sat without moving,his wide old hands resting on his 20       . He thought about the storm outside,music made by God;he thought of Rudolf and his music,both were part of the works of nature,both were works of wonder.

(   ) 1. A. closest   B. biggest   C. farthest   D. safest

(   ) 2. A. eager   B. amazed   C. troubled   D. difficult

(   ) 3. A. green   B. rocky   C. hilly   D. plain

(   ) 4. A. broke   B. connected   C. separated   D. stood out

(   ) 5. A. rough   B. calm   C. quiet   D. small

(   ) 6. A. thought   B. talked   C. argued   D. learned

(   ) 7. A. right   B. very   C. beautiful   D. big

(   ) 8. A. no   B. more   C. much   D. plenty of

(   ) 9. A. flute   B. violin   C. guitar   D. accordion

(   ) 10. A. play   B. have   C. make   D. use

(   ) 11. A. curious   B. joking   C. angry   D. worried

(   ) 12. A. hard   B. easy   C. natural   D. common

(   ) 13. A. made   B. understood   C. heard   D. seen

(   ) 14. A. pride   B. thanks   C. appreciation   D. respect

(   ) 15. A. common   B. usual   C. normal   D. ordinary

(   ) 16. A. approach   B. attend   C. join   D. encourage

(   ) 17. A. struggle   B. progress   C. fairness   D. equality

(   ) 18. A. energy   B. force   C. power   D. strength

(   ) 19. A. playing   B. crying   C. beating   D. breathing

(   ) 20. A. shoulders   B. knees   C. back   D. feet

  One thing Britain is famous for is pubs,and no trip to the UK would be complete without a visit to one of the thousands of pubs across the country.

  Pubs play an important part in the social structure of the country. They are places where all ages and social classes mix to talk,do business,or just spend a couple of quiet hours before heading home in the evening.

  There are many different types of beer available in pubs. Traditional British beer is called bitter,or ale,and is usually served at room temperature. As a result,the British are famous for their " warm beer"!

  If you prefer a cold beer,ask for lager. This beer is a light yellow in color whereas bitter is usually a darker brown. Another type of beer is stout—you may have heard of Guinness,which is a type of stout. This is a cold,black beer and takes a long time to pour,so don't be surprised if you have to wait for it.

  All beers are served as pints (500 ml) or halves (250ml) . To order,you need to ask for a pint or half,and then name the beer. So,you could say "A pint of bitter,please."

  Another drink is cider. This is like beer,but it is made from apples so it can taste sweet.

  Wine,red or white,is normally available in all pubs,as are spirits such as whisky,gin or vodka. These are served as singles (25ml) or doubles (50ml) .

It is not,however,necessary to drink alcohol. Nonalcoholic drinks are called soft drinks. You can have juice,lemonade or cola,among others.

  If you visit a pub in a group,it is important to pay for your "round". This means that you buy a drink for everyone in your group. Not buying your round is a big social mistake!Remember that you need to order and pay for your drinks at the bar.

So,follow these tips if you want to get the most out of visiting a pub,and, "Cheers!"

(   ) 5. What is mainly introduced about pubs in Britain in the passage?

   A. Some tips in Britain. B. People in pubs in Britain.

   C. Drinks and manners in pubs. D. Some famous pubs in Britain.

(   ) 6: Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?

   A. Different kinds of people go to different kinds of pubs.

   B. You can ask any amount of drink in pubs.

   C. You can drink alcohol or soft drink in pubs.

   D. When you go with your friends,you must pay for them.

(   ) 7. What does the underlined sentence in the first paragraph mean in the passage?

   A. If you didn't visit a pub in Britain,you wouldn't buy anything.

   B. Pubs are part of British life,so you'd better not miss them.

   C. There are many famous pubs in Britain and you should visit them.

   D. If you visit Britain,the only place for you to go is a pub.

(   ) 8. For whom is the passage probably written?

   A. British people. B. Visitors to Britain.

   C. Pub owners. D. Guests in pubs.

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