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Singapore’s public transport system is one of the best in the world, so you should have no problem finding your way around like a local. There are three main forms of public transport that you would find in any other major city ---trains, buses and taxis

TRAINS 

Trains run from 6:00 am to midnight. Single trip tickets start at 80 cents. If you buy an EZ-Link cars for $15, you can ride the trains and buses as you like. 

If you need more information, just call Transit Link on 1800 767 4333. 

BUESE 

There are several bus services in Singapore and fares start at 80 cents. Be sure always ask the driver the cost of your ticket as he can not give change. 

If you need help, just call Transit Link on 1800 767 4333. 

TAXIS 

There are three main taxi companies –City Cab(6552 2222), Comfort(6552 1111) and Tibs (6552 8888). Booking can also be easily by calling the numbers listed above. 

TENTAL CARS 

Driving in Singapore is a pleasure and if you liked to travel at your own pace, renting a car is a good choice. Renting takes away the hassle of getting to places around Singapore. Just sit back and enjoy the city. It also means you’ll get to see a lot more that a trains or a bus won’t let you see. 

For car rental, call Avis on + 65 6737 1668. 

45  By an EZ-Link card, you can take_______.

A  both buses and trains                          B  only trains

C  both buses and taxis                           D  only rental cars 

46  When you take a bus there, always remember to________.

A  take your own license with you           B  ask the driver how much your ticket is

C  buy the bus map of Singapore             D  book your ticket ahead of time 

47  What does the word “hassle” mean in Chinese?

A 麻烦             B 乐趣                     C 景点                     D 费用 

48  What do you know about traveling in Singapore from the passage?

A  A local has no trouble finding his way around.

B  It’s much cheaper to go around by bus than by train.

C  You can see a lot more in Singapore only by renting a car.

D  It’s very convenient for visitors to travel in Singapore.

 

【答案】

45—48    ABAD     

【解析】略

 

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SINGAPORE - Singapore on Thursday stuck to its I8-year ban on the import and sale of chewing gum (口香糖), which has become an international symbol of the city-state's image as a strict society.                                     
"The government stands by its decision to ban chewing gum. Chewing gum has not been a significant problem since that ban took effect, there have been concerns that lifting the ban on chewing gum could result in chewing gum litter and weaken ongoing efforts to control littering." Maliki Osman, parliamentary secretary at the Ministry of National Development, told parliament.
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Singapore, known worldwide for its high-quality clean image, banned the import and sale of chewing gum in 1992 in a bid to cope with the problem of people sticking the gum on chairs, tables, lifts and other public areas.
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     D. argued that the ban should be cancelled
4. It can be inferred from the passage that ______.
A. whether the ban needs changing or not has become a problem to be discussed
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C. chewing gum will soon be banned in many countries
D. only the ban has led to the friendly environment in Singapore
5. What's the main idea of the last paragraph?
A. There is such a ban in China and Australia.
B. Different people have their own ideas about the ban.
C. The ban is either welcomed by China or by Australia.
D. The ban does good to keep the environment clean.

 

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     A. The government will keep it ongoing forever.

     B. It will lead to littering the chewing gum everywhere.

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     A. would say yes to the ban

     B. would think more about the ban again

     C. would like the government to take the ban on second thought

     D. argued that the ban should be cancelled

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     A. whether the ban needs changing or not has become a problem to be discussed

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     B. Different people have their own ideas about the ban.

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  1. 1.

    What’s the aim of the study by the Australian research team ?

    1. A.
      To find the reasons for myopia.
    2. B.
      To find the ways to treat myopia.
    3. C.
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    4. D.
      To prove the prevalence of myopia.
  2. 2.

    Why are there fewer children with myopia in Sydney than in Singapore ?

    1. A.
      Because Sydney children watch less TV.
    2. B.
      Because Sydney children have more eye resting time.
    3. C.
      Because Sydney children use computers less.
    4. D.
      Because Sydney children do more outdoor sports.
  3. 3.

    What conclusion can we draw from the passage ?

    1. A.
      Sydney children don’t study hard.
    2. B.
      Singapore children do few exercises.
    3. C.
      Outdoor activities do more good to eyes.
    4. D.
      Room light does harm to children’s eyes.
  4. 4.

    Which of the following statements is TRUE ?

    1. A.
      Children should have eye tests as soon as they reach school age.
    2. B.
      Doing outdoor activities with no glasses is good for myopia children.
    3. C.
      Focusing on distant objects can help the eyes keep their original shape.
    4. D.
      Children should limit their time in the sun in order to protect their eyes.

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