题目内容
While surfing television channels over the weekend，a scene from a family classic of last year portraying the now-so-familiar sorry state of retired parents being ill-treated by their children and families caught my attention. I wondered why the description of this relationship had not changed much over the many years! Even though the same movies and soaps accurately capture several other social changes around us — from value systems to new found economic freedom to the importance of technology and the changing approach to consumerism(消费主义) — are these creative efforts far from the truth in telling us that an average retiree is still struggling?
Look around and you will agree that the post-retired lifestyle for an ex-salaried class people is often a pale shadow of their last working years. Even self employed people, who have handed over the responsibility to the next generation, are no exception. Did the average middle class not save enough through his working years?
Socially, we already know that the Indians are taught the benefits of start saving early on in life. Household savings data supports this social behavior — India has the highest rates of savings among various economies and is far ahead of the west. Yet, tragically, a lifetime of savings does not seem to provide enough for a comfortable retirement!
A closer look at the pattern of what we do with our financial savings may tell us a bit more. Over half of households’ financial savings is put into a “safe” deposit, followed by large portions in insurance, pension, provident funds（福利基金） and the rest in physical currency. Less than a tenth goes into “risky” assets(资产) like stocks. While there might be nothing, in particular, worrisome in this investment pool, one has to consider inflation(通货膨胀). The real value of savings, over a few decades, may actually be lower than the starting point.
What had not changed much over the many years according to the passage?
A. Value systems B. The poor situation of retirees
C. Economic freedom D. Approach to consumerism
Which of the following statements about saving in India is right?
A. the concept of saving has been well received by Indians.
B. the amount of the savings ranks number one across the world.
C. long-standing savings can help the retirees live a care-free life.
D. saving early can not benefit people at all.
What can be inferred according to the last paragraph?
A. Half of the financial savings in stocks can be accepted.
B. The real value of saving must be lowered in a few years.
C. A loss of savings may hardly be avoided.
D. Inflation can be avoided on condition that you consume instead of saving.
What’s the best title of the text?
A. Retirees being treated unfairly
B. Is saving enough
C. Saving in India
D. How to deal with saving
【小题1】B【小题1】A【小题1】C【小题1】B
解析:
略
B
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| A．Baymont Inn Ft . Lauderdale． | B．Beach Pl aza Hotel． |
| C．Baymont Inn Hotel． | D．Fort Lauderdale Plaza Hotel． |
| A．Baymont Inn Ft . Lauderdale． | B．Beach Plaza Hotel． |
| C．Baymont Inn Hotel． | D．Fort Lauderdale Plaza Hotel． |
| A．enjoy seeing films without leaving your hotel room |
| B．are fond of swimming in heated water |
| C．want to eat food cooked by yourself in the hotel |
| D．are a cigarette smoker |
| A．All of the three hotels provide television with cable． |
| B．You can keep your money in the room safe in Fort Lauderdale Plaza Hotel． |
| C．In Beach Plaza Hotel a 24-hour maid is available． |
| D．While staying in Fort Lauderdale Plaza Hotel, you can surf the Internet． |
How to protect children Web fans from unsuitable material on-line while encouraging them to use the Internet has long been discussed in the US.
For some parents, the Internet can seem like a jungle, filled with danger for their children. But jungles contain wonders as well as danger. With good guides, some education, and a few precautions(预防 ), the wilds of the Internet can be safely navigated. “Kids have to be on-line. If we tell our kids they can’t be allowed to surf the Internet, we’re cutting them off from their future,” said an expert.
Most kids have started to use search engines. Many of them are great for finding tons of interesting Internet sites, and they can also locate places where you might not want your kids to go. There are search engines designed just for kids. A certain software contains only sites that have been selected as safe. The most popular way would be to use what is known as a “content screener”. But this can’t be wholly reliable(可靠 ), and the best thing parents can do is to talk to their kids and let them know what is OK or not OK to see or do on the Internet. Another way is that mum or dad is nearby when the child is surfing the Internet.
A few other tips:
—Do not put the PC in a child’s room but keep it in an area where mum or dad can keep an eye on things. That also makes the Internet more of a family activity.
—Ask your child what he or she has been doing and about any friends they make on-line.
―Tell your child not to give on-line strangers personal information, especially like address and phone number.
And tell your children never to talk to anyone they meet on-line over the phone, send them anything, accept anything from them or agree to meet with them unless you go along.
1.What is the best way to protect children from improper material?
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A．To talk to the children and persuade them to tell right from wrong. |
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B．To be nearby when the children are surfing the Internet. |
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C．To fix a content screener on the computer. |
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D．To buy some search engines for children. |
2.Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?
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A．Surfing the Internet is the best way of educating children. |
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B．Using a content screener is most reliable for keeping children from having ways to the Internet. |
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C．Searching engines can help children to select materials fit for them. |
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D．Children’s not having chances to go to the Internet may have effect on their progress. |
3.According to the passage, we can infer that ____.
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A．softwares that are fit for children who want programming |
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B．the Internet contains a lot of harmful sites |
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C．the Internet will be protected by law |
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D．a child who is on-line is in danger |
4.What does the passage tell us most?
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A．Education |
B．Good guides |
C．Precautions |
D．Software |
Is there something that you've always wanted to try but just never had the time? Well, make plans to try it now since you are on summer vacation. Not all vacations call for taking a tour bus to take photos of famous landmarks. Some vacations allow you plenty of opportunities to learn.
The most difficult aspect of a learning vacation may be choosing one because the possibilities are endless. If you enjoy cooking, various companies can take you to Italy, France, Spain, Mexico or even Peru. Once there, you can learn to prepare the local cuisine(烹饪). Trips are often planned to fit in with local food festivals or special events.
The term “learning vacation” often brings language to mind. The best way to learn a language is in an environment where it's spoken. Study Spanish, French or English. Or attempt a more unusual language like Polish, Estonian or Thai. You'll be able to learn about the country and absorb the culture at the same time.
If you are fond of sports, you can polish your skills or learn new ones. Golf and tennis schools welcome players of all levels. If you want a bigger thrill, you can learn to surf, go climbing or race cars. It's even possible to learn the art and techniques of bull fighting while on vacation!
You can also discover our inner artist. Many places offer painting classes in different mediums. The scenic locations, of the schools offer plenty of subjects that provide inspiration for practice.
If you prefer capturing the world on film, take a photography vacation. Travel with a small group to photograph beautiful animals or scenery. You can also practise your technique on people or at historical sights.
Once you decide on a vacation, choose a company carefully. Request names of recent customers you can contact, and then ask them for an evaluation. The more you know before you go, the better prepared you'll be. Then go out and learn something!
1.Why is it hard for you to decide on a learning vacation?
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A．Because it is hard for you to make plans. |
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B．Because the possibilities are unlimited. |
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C．Because there are many good foods from abroad. |
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D．Because there're too many food festivals or events. |
2.The advantage of learning a language in its native country is that ________.
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A．the environment is fit for you to use the language |
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B．you are able to learn the original foreign language |
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C． native speakers offer you a lot of chances to practise |
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D．you can learn the language and experience its culture |
3.Which of the following sports suits you if you don't like thrills?
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A．Car racing. |
B．Playing tennis. |
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C．Rock climbing. |
D．Surfing. |