A classic series of experiments to determine the effects of overpopulation on communities of rats was conducted by a psychologist,John Calhoun.In each experiment,an equal number of male and female adult rats were placed in an enclosure(场地).The rat populations were allowed to increase.Calhoun knew from experience approximately how many rats could live in the enclosures without experiencing stress due to overcrowding.He allowed the population to increase to approximately twice this number Then he fixed the population by removing the children that were not dependent on their mothers.At the end of the experiments,Calhoun was able to conclude that overcrowding causes a breakdown in the normal social relationships among rats,a kind of social disease.The rats in the experiments did not follow the same patterns of behavior as rats would in a community without overcrowding.

       The females in the rat population were the most seriously affected by the high population density(密度).For example,mothers sometimes deserted their children,and,without their mothers’care,the children died.The experiments showed that in overpopulated communities,mother rats do not behave normally.Their behavior may be considered diseased and pathological(病理学的).

       The leading males in the rat population were the least affected by over population.Each of these strong males claimed an area of the enclosure as his own.Therefore,these individuals did not  experience the overcrowding in the same way as the other rats did..However leading males did behave pathologically at times.Their antisocial(反社会)behavior consisted of attacks on weaker male,female,and immature rats.This unusual behavior showed that even though the leading males had enough living space,they too were affected by the general overcrowding.

       Non-leading males in the experimental rat communities also exhibited unusual social behavior.Some withdrew(缩回) completely ,avoiding contact with other rats.Other non-leading males were too active,chasing other rats and fighting each other.

       The behavior of the rat population has similarity in human behavior.People in densely(密) populated areas exhibit unusual behavior similar to that of the rats in Calhoun’s experiments.In large urban areas,such as New York City,London,and Cairo,there are deserted children.There are cruel,powerful individuals,both men and women.There are also people who withdraw and people who become too active.Is the major cause of these disorders(混乱)overpopulation?

       Calhoun’s experiments suggest that it might be.In any case,social scientists and city planners have been influenced by the results of this series of experiments.

Which of the following inferences(推断)can NOT be made from the first paragraph?

       A.Overpopulation causes pathological behavior in rat populations.

       B.Calhoun had experimented with rats before.

       C.Calhoun’s experiment is still considered important today

       D.Stress does not occur in rat communities unless there is overcrowding.

The author implies that the behavior of the leading male rats is sometimes similar to that of

       A.people who would like to keep to themselves 

       B.people who abandon their children

       C.too active people

       D.cruel,powerful people

The main point of this passage is that _______________.

       A.although rats are affected by overcrowding,people are not

       B.overcrowding may be an important cause of social pathology

       C.the social behavior of rats is seriously affected by overcrowding

       D.Calhoun's experiments have influenced many people

Mr. Jones had always wanted to make a trip into the middle of Africa to shoot wild animals. 36 first he had no enough money, and then he was married. His wife had not wanted him to 37 her. At last his wife   38 to the trip if he allowed her to go, too.
“But it will be very uncomfortable,” Mr. Jones   39 her. “ It will be very hot and we shall live in a tent, and it   40 be dangerous. ”“I don’t care.” said his wife. “I want to go with you.” So they bought a big tent, camp beds, a refrigerator (电冰箱)which did not need   41 and many other things which would make the trip comfortable, and went off to the__42 of Africa.
The first morning, 43 Mr. Jones took his gun and left the tent, he  44 his wife a bell and explained to her, “If you fell in 45 and you need me ,  46 this bell and I’ll come at once.”
After a few minutes, he heard the bell and returned   47  to the tent. “What’s the matter?” he asked.“   48  ” said his wife, “I was only   49  the bell.” Mr. Jones went off, but after a quarter of an hour, the bell rang   50  .
Mr. Jones hurried back to the tent, but his wife said, “I’m   51 . I was cleaning our tent, and I knocked the bell over by mistake.” Mr. Jones returned to his  __52 , but soon he heard the   53 once more. This time, when he got back to his   54 , the tent was burning and Mrs. Jones was lying on the ground, with  55 running from a big cut on her shoulder. “That’s better!” said Mrs. Jones. “This time the bell had been used correctly!”

【小题1】
A.AndB.ButC.ForD.So
【小题2】
A.leaveB.missC.marryD.care
【小题3】
A.allowedB.permittedC.satisfiedD.agreed
【小题4】
A.toldB.advisedC.persuadedD.warned
【小题5】
A.mayB.oughtC.can’tD.shall
【小题6】
A.moneyB.electricityC.forceD.power
【小题7】
A.southB.middleC.eastD.west
【小题8】
A.whileB.untilC.beforeD.after
【小题9】
A.gaveB.sentC.lentD.bought
【小题10】
A.hurryB.surpriseC.safetyD.danger
【小题11】
A.hitB.knockC.beatD.ring
【小题12】
A.againB.backC.quicklyD.home
【小题13】
A.SomethingB.NothingC.NoD.None
【小题14】
A.ringingB.tryingC.usingD.testing
【小题15】
A.againB.onceC.acrossD.away
【小题16】
A.happyB.sorryC.tiredD.all right
【小题17】
A.wifeB.tentC.tripD.hunting
【小题18】
A.cryB.shotC.bellD.shout
【小题19】
A.gardenB.houseC.campD.office
【小题20】
A.waterB.tearsC.bloodD.sweat

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Mr. Jones had always wanted to make a trip into the middle of Africa to shoot wild animals. 36 first he had no enough money, and then he was married. His wife had not wanted him to 37 her. At last his wife   38 to the trip if he allowed her to go, too.
“But it will be very uncomfortable,” Mr. Jones   39 her. “ It will be very hot and we shall live in a tent, and it   40 be dangerous. ”“I don’t care.” said his wife. “I want to go with you.” So they bought a big tent, camp beds, a refrigerator (电冰箱)which did not need   41 and many other things which would make the trip comfortable, and went off to the__42 of Africa.
The first morning, 43 Mr. Jones took his gun and left the tent, he  44 his wife a bell and explained to her, “If you fell in 45 and you need me ,  46 this bell and I’ll come at once.”
After a few minutes, he heard the bell and returned   47  to the tent. “What’s the matter?” he asked.“   48  ” said his wife, “I was only   49  the bell.” Mr. Jones went off, but after a quarter of an hour, the bell rang   50  .
Mr. Jones hurried back to the tent, but his wife said, “I’m   51 . I was cleaning our tent, and I knocked the bell over by mistake.” Mr. Jones returned to his  __52 , but soon he heard the   53 once more. This time, when he got back to his   54 , the tent was burning and Mrs. Jones was lying on the ground, with  55 running from a big cut on her shoulder. “That’s better!” said Mrs. Jones. “This time the bell had been used correctly!”

【小题1】
A.AndB.ButC.ForD.So
【小题2】
A.leaveB.missC.marryD.care
【小题3】
A.allowedB.permittedC.satisfiedD.agreed
【小题4】
A.toldB.advisedC.persuadedD.warned
【小题5】
A.mayB.oughtC.can’tD.shall
【小题6】
A.moneyB.electricity C.forceD.power
【小题7】
A.southB.middleC.eastD.west
【小题8】
A.whileB.untilC.beforeD.after
【小题9】
A.gaveB.sentC.lentD.bought
【小题10】
A.hurryB.surpriseC.safetyD.danger
【小题11】
A.hitB.knockC.beatD.ring
【小题12】
A.againB.backC.quicklyD.home
【小题13】
A.SomethingB.NothingC.NoD.None
【小题14】
A.ringingB.tryingC.usingD.testing
【小题15】
A.againB.onceC.acrossD.away
【小题16】
A.happyB.sorryC.tiredD.all right
【小题17】
A.wifeB.tentC.tripD.hunting
【小题18】
A.cryB.shotC.bellD.shout
【小题19】
A.gardenB.houseC.campD.office
【小题20】
A.waterB.tearsC.bloodD.sweat

Over time, the custom of kissing developed as a way for adults to express their love and affection for one another. The roots of this form of affection can be traced back to primitive times, when mothers fondled their children, much as mothers do today.
Much later, in the sixth century, society apparently accepted the custom of kissing between adults as expression of their affection. Not surprisingly, France first accepted kissing in courtship (求爱).There, figure dancing was popular, and each dance was sealed with a kiss.
The custom of kissing swept from France through Europe to Russia, where Russian nobility loved to imitate the French. Eventually, the kiss was incorporated into marriage ceremonies, and today lip – locks couples into sweet matrimony.
The custom of kissing today, as well as in ancient times, serves to pay homage to another. For example, early Romans kissed each other on the mouth or on the eyes to greet one another in a manner they thought to be dignified (valued and respected). One Roman emperor even ranked a person’s importance by the body part he was allowed to kiss. He allowed important nobles to kiss his lips, less important ones to kiss his hands, and the least important ones to kiss his feet.
In Russia, the highest sign of recognition from the Crown meant kiss from the Tsar himself. Today, natives of many African tribes pay homage to their Chief by kissing the ground over which he has walked.
61.What’s mainly talked about in the passage?
A.The way to express love and respect.
B.The expression of affection.
C.The custom of kissing.
D.The function of kissing.
62.Which of the following can best explain the word “homage” in the fourth paragraph?
A.Recognition.      B.Respect.    C.Importance.       D.Appreciation.
63.It can be learned from the passage that kissing            .
A.is a widely accepted way to show love and affection
B.used to be a proper way to show love on wedding ceremonies
C.is a universally accepted way of greeting in the world
D.from the Tsar is a sign of being accepted from the Grown
64.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A.It was Russia that made the custom of kissing go to the whole world.
B.Early Africans kissed each other on the mouth or eyes to greet one another.
C.One Roman emperor allowed important nobles to kiss his nose.
D.Russian nobility followed the custom of kissing from the French.
65.We can infer from the passage that          .
A.mother developed the custom of kissing.
B.kissing means differently on different occasions
C.figure dancing was usually sealed with a kiss in Russia
D.society found it hard to accept kissing in public in the sixth century

Teresa was born in Yugoslavia on August 27,1910. Her parents were Albanians(阿尔巴尼亚人) and member of the Roman Catholic Church. When she was seven years old, her father was murdered. She decided not to be filled with hate because of this tragedy(悲剧). Instead, she would seek a life of love. This ambition led her to Ireland where she became a nun(修女) at the age of eighteen.

After only one year of training, she was sent to India to teach in a school called Loretto House, where the students were mostly from rich Indian families. After 15 years there, she left her duties as a teacher to “follow Christ into the slums(贫民窟).” Her heart led her away from the rich to the needs of the poor. She was then 36 years old.

Teresa no longer was affiliated(隶属) with the Irish nuns who sent her to Loreto House but worked independently. However, her work was recognised by the Pope in Rome for she still was a nun. He allowed her to set up her own group, which was called the Missionaries of Charity(仁爱传教修女会).

She no longer dressed as a nun in the European or Irish tradition. Instead, she put on a sari, the local dress of the Indian people. At first, people were sceptical(怀疑的) about her motives. Soon, they realised she was really interested in loving poor people, even those who were dying and had no chance of survival.

Soon, other Indian people began to spare time to help Mother Teresa. She had taught everyone that the poor and dying people need love most of all.

In 1979, she won the Nobel Peace Prize.

1.Why did Mother Teresa become a nun?

A.Her father was killed.

B.The hate of her father’s death.

C.She was looking for a life of love.

D.The poor life of her childhood.

2.Why did she leave her duties as a teacher after 15 years in Loretto House?

A.To be a teacher was too tired

B.The students in Loretto House were rich.

C.She was tired of teaching.

D.The poor in the slums needed her care.

3.Which of the following is WRONG?

A.Mother Teresa was a Catholic.

B.“Sari” is an Indian word that means clothing.

C.At first people didn’t believe her motives.

D.She served poor people in the slums as a teacher.

4.Perhaps the most important lesson the world has learned from Mother Teresa is     .

A.regular assistance

B.food and shelter

C.to care for the poor of the earth

D.protection

 

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