第二部分:阅读理解(第一节20小题,第二节5小题;每小题2分,满分50分)

第一节:阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的四个选项 (A、B、C和D) 中, 选出最佳选项。

Being interested in a theme park since the time that I was a child, I have learned a thing or two over the years about packing for a day of fun. A trip to a theme park is always a adventure, but if you’re not prepared, your day of fun could easily turn into a tiny little nightmare(噩梦). It is important to pack long sleeved(带袖的) shirts or jackets for all members of your family. I is also a good idea to pack an extra pair of socks for each member of the family, especially the children, as those wonderful water rides can be fun, but wet socks that won’t dry aren’t so much fun.

You don’t want to pack too much food, as you will probably want to experience at least some of the food offered at the theme park of your choice(that’s half of the fun), but it’s always a good idea to bring some energy increasing snacks, such as fruit,trail mix,etc. This can mean the difference between spending a lot of money on snacks or a little money on one or two good meals.

Theme parks,while fun and exciting, can wear a person out,especially a child, so it’s important to keep hydrated(含水的). I would suggest packing one bottle of water per person, and possibly a couple of cans of soda or bottles of juice as well.

It’s a good idea to have at least two cell phones or even a set of “walkie-talkies” in the event that your family gets,separated in the park. It’s a good idea to give one of these things to the children and one to the parents and make sure that each of them knows how to use it. This could be the difference between trouble and a happy ending,

1.You should get well prepared before going to a theme park__________.

  A. because the trip always costs much money

B.because there are always too many people in a theme park.

C. so as not to suffer from bad dreams when going back

D.so as to cut down your trip expenses and have more fun

2.From the passage, we can know_______________.

  A.the author was fond of visiting theme parks when he was a child

B.wearing wet socks in a theme park will bring children much fun

C.it is terrible to have a taste of the food offered in a theme park.

D. we’d better bring enough food, clothing and water when going to a theme park

3.What does th underlined part”walkie-talkies” in the last paragraph probably refer to?

  A. A kind of transportation tool           B.A kind of musical instrument

C.A kind of CDplayer                  D.A kind of phone

4.How many types of things does the author advise us to pack for day trips to a theme park?

  A Three         B.Five      C.Six      D. Eight

 

COURSE: Introduction to American History

INSTRUCTOR: Dr Jane Klammer

OFFICE: 305 Marshall Hall

OFFICE HOURS: 11: 15~12: 30 M W F (Monday Wednesday Friday)

CLASS: 363 Marshall Hall 3: 35~5: 00 T Th (Tuesday Thursday); 10: 10~ 11: 00 M W F; Other time by appointment

TELEPHONE: 255 4786

TEXTBOOK: The American Tradition: A History of the United States (written by Green& Robert. Published by Ohio State University Press, 1973), which is bought at the College Bookstore.

Attendance is not required, but you are responsible for all the information given in the class lectures. In the lectures I will talk about the chapters in the textbook and other materials that I choose to add to the course. The exams will cover all this information. Therefore, I advise you to come to the class as much as possible. If you have to miss a class, be sure to get the class notes from another student.

Your homework assignments are listed on the next page. If there are any changes in the assigned homework reading, I will announce them in class.

You are supposed to read the chapter about which I will be lecturing before you come to class. This is to make sure that you understand as much as possible while taking notes in my lectures. Be prepared when you come to class.

The term paper is 40% of your final grade. It should not be more than fifteen pages(Another thinking of majoring in history may write twenty-five pages). Before the midterm exam you will choose the topic for your paper.

72. If a student wants to know what the homework assignments are, ______.

A. Prof. Klammer announces them in class

B. he(she)reads the list on the next page

C. Pro. Klammer gives a list every week in class

D. he(she)goes to the professor’s office

73. If a student cannot see Prof. Klammer during her office hours, he ______.

A. sees her after class              B. calls her at home

C. makes an appointment with her     D. asks another student

74. According to the passage, which of the following is probably TRUE?

A. The textbook is written by Dr Klammer.

B. If you have to miss a class, be sure to say sorry to Prof. Klammer.

C. The students can buy “Introduction to American History” at the College Bookstore.

D. Prof. Klammer encourages his students to take notes in her class.

75. It can be judged that ______.

A. before the final exam, you will choose the topic for you paper

B. the students who will take the course had better attend the lectures as much as possible

C. your term paper should be more than fifteen pages

D. you will have a class at 11:15~12:30 on Sunday

 

阅读下面的短文,然后按照要求写一篇150词左右的英语短文。

In one way of thinking, failure is a part of life. In another way, failure may be a way towards success. The “spider story’’ often told, Robert Bruce, leader of the Scots in the 13 th century, was hiding in a cave from the English. He watched a spider spinning a web. The spider tried to reach across a rough place in the rock. He tried six times without success. On the seventh time he made it and went to spin his web. Bruce is said to have taken heart and to have gone on to defeat the English. Edison, the inventor of the light bulb, made hundreds of models that failed before he found the right way to make one. Abraham Lincoln, the famous American president, lost elections more times than he won them! He never gave up in the face of failure but kept trying and was eventually elected to Congress and then the presidency.

So what? First, always think about your failure. What caused it? Were conditions right? Were you in top from yourself? What can you change so things will go right next time?

Second, is the goal you’re trying to reach the right one? Try to do some thinking about what your real goals may be. Think about this question. “If I do succeed this time, where will it get me?’’ This may help you prevent failure in things you shouldn’t be doing anyway.

The third thing to bear in mind about failure is that it’s part of life. Learn to “live with yourself” even though you may have failed. Remember, “You can’t win them all.”

【写作内容】

1、概括短文的内容要点,该部分字数大约30词左右;

2、以“Is Failure a Bad Thing”为题写一篇文章,包含以下内容要点,该部分的字数大约120词左右。

⑴失败是生活中的常事

⑵人们对失败所持的不同态度

⑶你对失败的认识

【写作要求】

1、可以使用实例或其他论述方法支持你的观点,也可以参照阅读材料的内容,但不要抄袭阅读材料中的句子

2、作文中不能出现真实姓名和学校名称。

                                                                       

                                                                      

                                                                      

                                                                      

                                                                       

                                                                  

 

Win a trip to the OREGON COAST – Dare to Explore the Pacific Ocean. Build the biggest sand castle on the beach. Search tide pools for sea life.. Watch the bright orange sun set over the ocean. Whether you've been to the Pacific Ocean before or have only closed your eyes and imagined it, National Geographic Kids and Travel Oregon want to know how you would explore the Oregon Coast if you had the chance to go this summer.

JUDGING

1.Clear relationship between the Essay and the Drawing 40%

2.Creativity and skill in design and form of the Drawing 40%

3.Expression of the passion to draw and explore 10%

4.Journalistic quality, tidy nature and overall quality of the Essay 10%

PRIZE

By entering, you will have the chance to win an all expense paid trip to the OREGON COAST. Activities will include: kite flying, studying beautiful sea creatures, searching for sea life in a boat, science exploration at a science center and roasting over beach campfire.

Who may enter: The competition is open to kids aged 6 – 14.

TERM: Entries (参赛作品) must be postmarked no later than July 31,2009.

How to enter

Surf travel Oregon. com/kids to download and print out an entry form.

Be sure to mark whether you have or have not been to the Pacific Ocean in the form. Greater a drawing of the Pacific Ocean on a piece of paper using a pen or paints.

Write an article of 100 words or less to explain why you want to go, what you think you would see, and what you would explore if you have never been to the Pacific Ocean, or describe your favorite memories from your last visit.

Send to Dare to Explore the Pacific Ocean. NG1145 14 th street NW, Washington D. C. 20036

1.What is the most important for the judging?

       A.Whether your article is written in a neat way.

       B.The article and the drawing should be closely related.

       C.Whether you show your passion to draw and explore.

       D.The skill in your drawing the map of the Atlantic Ocean.

2.If you win the competition, you may          .

       A.search the beach for sea plats

       B.fly a kite on the beach

       C.roast the sea creatures over a beach campfire

       D.win an all expense paid trip to Washington D.C.

3.What information can you get from the passage?

       A.Your article should be at least 100 words.

       B.Every kid can take part in the competition.

       C.You must send the drawing before June 31,2009.

       D.Your entry form should be downloaded and printed out.

4.You can most probably read the passage in          .

       A.a textbook                                           B.a travel guide

       C.a newspaper                                        D.a research book

       Unusual incidents are being reported across the Arcitc. Inuit(因纽特人)families going off on snowmobiles to prepare their summer hunting camps have found themselves cut off from home by a sea of mud .There are also reports of sea ice breaking up earlier than usual, carrying seals beyond the reach of hunters. Climate change may still be a rather abstract idea to most of us ,but in the Arctic it is already having great effects –if summertime ice continues to shrink at its present rate ,the Arctic Ocean could soon become almost ice-free in summer .The knock –on effects are likely to include more warming, cloudier skies ,and higher sea levels .Scientists are increasingly eager to find out what’s going on in the Arctic.

       For the Inuit the probkm is mgent. They live in unsteady baiance with one of the toughest environments on earth. Climate change, whatever its causes, is a direct danger to their way of life. Nobody knows the Arctic as well as the locals, which is why they are not content simply to stand back and let outsider experts tell them what’s happening. In Canada, where the Inuit people are trying hard to guard their hard-won autonomy in the country’s newest land, Nunavut, they believe their best hope of survival in this changing environment lies in combining their ancestral knowledge with the best of modern science. This is challenge in itself.

       The Canadian Arctic is a vast , treeless polar desert that’s covered with snow for most of the year. Adventure into this area and you get some idea of the hardships facing anyone who calls this home. Farming is out of the question and nature offers few pickings. Humans first settled in the Arctic a mere 4,500 years ago, surviving by taking advantage of sea fist. The environment tested them to the limits: sometimes the settlers were successful, sometimes they failed and disappeared. But around a thousand years ago, one group appeared that was uniquely well adapted to deal with the Arctic environment. These Thule people moved in from Alaska, bringing dogs, iron tools and the like. They are the ancestors of today’s Inuit people.

67.Which of the following is not likely to be the effect of climate change?

       A.Shorter and shorter summertime.

       B.Ice-free summer around th e Arctic.

       C.Higher sea levels.

       D.More dloudy skies.

68.The Inuit people believe the solution to the climate change problem is          .

       A.to change their way of life

       B.to use their ancestral knowledge

       C.to make the best of modem science      

       D.to use their ancestral knowledge and modern science

69.It can be c oncluded from the last paragraph that        .

       A.the first settlers in the Arctic survived by taking advantage of sea fish

       B.it’s hard to farm in the Arctic due to the climate change

       C.the ancestors of Inuit people stood out among the settlers

       D.the Thule people from Alaska invented iron tools

70.Which of the following is the best title of this passage?

       A.Climate change and the Inuit

       B.Climate change around the Arctic

       C.Global warming around the world

       D.The Inuit and their ancestors around the world

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