They are the sort of friends who are so close they trust each other with their lives.If one falls, the other is there to catch him.
They are Wellman, whose legs were permanently injured nine years ago in a rock-climbing accident and Corbett, an experienced rock climber. Together, they climbed up Half Dome. the famous 2,000-foot rock in the Yosemite National park, through one of the most difficult routes(路线).
During the climb, Corbett took the lead, hit in the metal spikes (尖状物)that guided the ropes and climbed up. Then, after Wellman pulled himself  up the rope, Corbett went down to remove the spikes and climbed up again. This process was repeated time and again, inch by inch, for 13 days Wellman’s job was not easy either.  He got himself up the rope through upper body strength alone. In all, Wellman figured(计算) that he had done 5.000 pull-ups up the rope on the climb.
However, when the two men first met, they never talked about climbing. “He knew that was how I got injured.”Wellman said. Until one day Wellman decided that be wanted to climb again and they started training
Their climb of Half Dome was not all smooth. At one point, pieces of rock gave way, and Corbett dropped down quickly. Wellman locked their rope in place, stopping the fall at 20 feet. His quick action probably saved his friend’s life.
“Your partner can save your life—you can sane your partner’s life” Wellman said as the pair received congratulations from friends “there are real close tic.”
【小题1】Which of the following was a challenge for Corbett in climbing Half Dome?

A.To climb up to remove the spikes. B.To climb it twice.
C.To do 5,000 pall-ups up the rope.D.To lock the rope in place.
【小题2】Why did the two men never talk about climbing when they first met?
A.climbed was poorly trained.
B.Wellman had lost interest in climbing.
C.Corbett didn’t want to hurt Wellman.
D.Wellman hadn’t decided whether to climb again.
【小题3】What do we know about Wellman?
A.He climbed Half Dome by himself.
B.He was disabled in a traffic accident.
C.He stopped rock-climbing for some time.
D.He was saved by Corbett during the climb.
【小题4】The main idea of the text is that.
A.two heads are better than one.
B.friendship is precious in life
C.the disabled should never give up.
D.a man can be destroyed but cannot be defeated.

Parkour (跑酷) is a new sport that is developing quickly in the world. The aim of parkour is to jump, climb or run over any all stair, or fence on your path easily. Usually, it is done in a city environment. Practicers take very wall or roof as their training place. If you have seen the beginning of the James Bond movie Casino Royale, then you have seen an excellent example of parkour.
David Belle, a young Frenchman, developed parkour in the 1990s. His father's experiences as a fireman as well as an acrobat(杂技演员)influenced him a lot. His childhood friend, Sebastien Foucan, is the actor in the movie Casino Royale with his parkour performance. Foucan is thought to have developed free-running, which is a more artistic and skillful type of parkour. David belle traveled to India and said one way he trained was by watching a physical one. The aim is to become so skillful, and it is almost unnecessary for you to think about the different actions in running through a path full of barriers(障碍物).
Parkour is not exactly a sport. It is not developed fro competition. It is more about learning to control mind and body in difficult situations. There are many basic movements in parkour. One example is where practicers swing through the narrow space between two bars while keeping their body level with the ground. This is called the underbar. Other movements are the tic-tac and the kong vault jump. Skillful practicers seem to get out of control of gravity.
The popularity has spread largely because of parkour videos and organizations on the Internet. And if you search on the Web, you will find parkour groups performing their skills near you.
【小题1】The author wrote this text to _______

A.introduce a new sport parkourB.show how parkour is popular in the world
C.Tell the history of parkourD.explain the basic movements in parkour
【小题2】Who performed parkour in the movie Casino Royale?
A.David Belle.B.James Bond.C.Sebastien Foucan. D.David Belle's father.
【小题3】People learn about parkour mainly for ______.
A.the newspaperB.the InternetC.the radioD.TV
【小题4】Which of the following is TRUE according to the text?
A.Children should not be allowed to do parkour.
B.Casino Royale is a movie introducing parkour
C.Most of the lovers of parkour are Internet users.
D.Parkour is a mental exercise as well as a physical one

Parkour (跑酷) is a new sport that is developing quickly in the world. The aim of parkour is to jump, climb or run over any all stair, or fence on your path easily. Usually, it is done in a city environment. Practicers take very wall or roof as their training place. If you have seen the beginning of the James Bond movie Casino Royale, then you have seen an excellent example of parkour.

David Belle, a young Frenchman, developed parkour in the 1990s. His father's experiences as a fireman as well as an acrobat(杂技演员)influenced him a lot. His childhood friend, Sebastien Foucan, is the actor in the movie Casino Royale with his parkour performance. Foucan is thought to have developed free-running, which is a more artistic and skillful type of parkour. David belle traveled to India and said one way he trained was by watching a physical one. The aim is to become so skillful, and it is almost unnecessary for you to think about the different actions in running through a path full of barriers(障碍物).

Parkour is not exactly a sport. It is not developed fro competition. It is more about learning to control mind and body in difficult situations. There are many basic movements in parkour. One example is where practicers swing through the narrow space between two bars while keeping their body level with the ground. This is called the underbar. Other movements are the tic-tac and the kong vault jump. Skillful practicers seem to get out of control of gravity.

The popularity has spread largely because of parkour videos and organizations on the Internet. And if you search on the Web, you will find parkour groups performing their skills near you.

1.The author wrote this text to _______

A.introduce a new sport parkour             B.show how parkour is popular in the world

C.Tell the history of parkour                 D.explain the basic movements in parkour

2.Who performed parkour in the movie Casino Royale?

A.David Belle.        B.James Bond.        C.Sebastien Foucan.   D.David Belle's father.

3.People learn about parkour mainly for ______.

A.the newspaper     B.the Internet        C.the radio          D.TV

4.Which of the following is TRUE according to the text?

A.Children should not be allowed to do parkour.

B.Casino Royale is a movie introducing parkour

C.Most of the lovers of parkour are Internet users.

D.Parkour is a mental exercise as well as a physical one

 

They are the sort of friends who are so close they trust each other with their lives.If one falls, the other is there to catch him.

They are Wellman, whose legs were permanently injured nine years ago in a rock-climbing accident and Corbett, an experienced rock climber. Together, they climbed up Half Dome. the famous 2,000-foot rock in the Yosemite National park, through one of the most difficult routes(路线).

During the climb, Corbett took the lead, hit in the metal spikes (尖状物)that guided the ropes and climbed up. Then, after Wellman pulled himself  up the rope, Corbett went down to remove the spikes and climbed up again. This process was repeated time and again, inch by inch, for 13 days Wellman’s job was not easy either.  He got himself up the rope through upper body strength alone. In all, Wellman figured(计算) that he had done 5.000 pull-ups up the rope on the climb.

However, when the two men first met, they never talked about climbing. “He knew that was how I got injured.”Wellman said. Until one day Wellman decided that be wanted to climb again and they started training

Their climb of Half Dome was not all smooth. At one point, pieces of rock gave way, and Corbett dropped down quickly. Wellman locked their rope in place, stopping the fall at 20 feet. His quick action probably saved his friend’s life.

“Your partner can save your life—you can sane your partner’s life” Wellman said as the pair received congratulations from friends “there are real close tic.”

1.Which of the following was a challenge for Corbett in climbing Half Dome?

A.To climb up to remove the spikes.           B.To climb it twice.

C.To do 5,000 pall-ups up the rope.           D.To lock the rope in place.

2.Why did the two men never talk about climbing when they first met?

A.climbed was poorly trained.

B.Wellman had lost interest in climbing.

C.Corbett didn’t want to hurt Wellman.

D.Wellman hadn’t decided whether to climb again.

3.What do we know about Wellman?

A.He climbed Half Dome by himself.

B.He was disabled in a traffic accident.

C.He stopped rock-climbing for some time.

D.He was saved by Corbett during the climb.

4.The main idea of the text is that.

A.two heads are better than one.

B.friendship is precious in life

C.the disabled should never give up.

D.a man can be destroyed but cannot be defeated.

 

Much to the excitement of fans, South Korean boy band Dong Bang Shin Ki released their new album Mirotic on September, 2008.

The title of the leading song Mirotic comes from the Korean word “miro” which means “maze”(迷宫) and the English suffix “tic”.“It is meant to describe the kind of feeling one has when he falls in love with someone at first sight,” said member U-Know.“It’s like being trapped in a maze.”

It is reported that the album has sold 90,000 copies two days after its release.It has risen to No.1 on the weekly chart in South Korea.

While you enjoy the catchy song, don’t miss the band’s trademark dancing moves.This time Dong Bang Shin Ki worked with famous dance choreographer (舞蹈编排)Kenny Wormald, who once cooperated with American pop stars including Justin Timberlake and Christina Aguilera.
    The band began working on the new record in early 2007 and didn’t finish until June this year.“We have devoted ourselves to the producing work.We see the album as an opportunity to show our fans that we have made progress on a daily basis,” said member Xiah.“We won’t let them down.”

It is this determined attitude that keeps the band going in the highly competitive entertainment world.The band never sets limits to their music styles.Since their first appearance on the stage in 2003, they have tried pop, R&B and ballads (民歌).After winning the hearts of thousands of teenagers across Asia, they haven’t slowed down.This year, Dong Bang Shin Ki has starred in two TV dramas Dating on Earth and Heaven’s Postal Delivery Man.The boys are sure to ride the wave of South Korean pop culture.

1.How long did the band work on the new album?

   A.About one year and a half.             B.About 5 years.

   C.About half a year.                   D.The passage doesn’t tell us.

2.What keeps the band doing well even if the competition in the field is so fierce?

   A.The famous choreographer.                       B.The songs they have chosen to sing.

   C.Their determination to work.                    D.Their good relationship.

3.Why did they devote themselves to the new album ?

   A.Because they want to prove they are No.1 in Korea.

   B.Because they want to make more money from the new album.

   C.Because they see it as a chance to be invited to act in some TV dramas.

   D.Because they want to show their fans they are working hard and making progress.

4.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

   A.The band limits their music styles only to pop and R&B.

B.Mirotic, which comes from Korean, means being trapped in a maze.

   C.About 90,000 copies were sold on the first day when the album was released.

   D.In their new album, you can enjoy beautiful music as well as wonderful dancing moves.

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