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3. The world has greatly (从.. 中获益;受益于)Edison's inventions.
3. benefited from
If you have become 1. (伤残的) recently,then you should find out whether you have 2. (方法,机会) to social security disability benefits,
but don't be afraid of being 3. (取笑) .Social security disability benefits are 4. (适宜的) for those who become disabled or are disabled due to some sort of accident that you may have 5. (遭遇) ,which forces you to
6. (辞职) .You may get 7. (生气) ,because you cannot make money that you need.
8. (换句话说) ,you need the money to support those you are possibly taking care of. The government can play its role and give you some help 9. (在许多方面) .Perhaps the government will give you money to help you out.
10. (总之) ,if you believe you have a 11. (伤残) ,instead of just 12. (闲坐着) ,contact the social security department for more information.
Don't let Aurora's small stature (身材) fool you―her spirit is strong. She is one of 140 chickens 27 from a farm. When we saved her,she was tiny and sick and it seemed 28 that she would survive. Having never got the right 29 ,many of the chickens were sick and some 30 died.
At a young age,Aurora and her sisters and brothers were 31 by their mum. Luckily,another mother 32 their care. Aurora seemed the last to 33 food and attention. She grew at a much slower 34 than her brothers and sisters. Everything seemed 35 her.
At the young age of seven months,Aurora had lost two mums and was 36 to find a place with the other chickens.
Aurora 37 found comfort with an old chicken named Margaret,staying under her wings during the cold nights,38 Margaret was so old that a few months later she died. Aurora,in her own way,thought of Mar?garet. Every evening,you would find her in the 39 spot where she kept Margaret company. 40 when the other chickens tried to 41 her away. Aurora came back.
As Aurora grew,we became 42 at her love to simply live. Nothing 43 her.
So remember,when life seems so 44 that you can't take it,think of Aurora. She has lost two mums,watched her sisters and brothers die,and 45 from se?rious illnesses. Yet she enjoys the small,sweet 46 life has offered―safety,food,warmth and good friend?ships.
27. A. raised B. purchased C. rescued D. collected
28. A. hopeful B. proper C. possible D. unlikely
29. A. touch B. care
C. gift D. partner
30.A. sadly B. angrily C. coldly D. calmly
31.A. punished B. refused C. abandoned D. scolded
32.A. took on B. put forward C. looked after D. brought about
33.A. get B. eat C. draw D. offer
34. A. cost B. rate C. standard D. value
35. A. for B. around C. about D. against
36.A. arranging B. choosing C. struggling D. affording
37.A. lately B. eventually C. constantly D. frequently
38.A. unless B. so C. because D. but
39. A. same B. relevant C. similar D. normal
40.A. Still B. Thus C. Even D. Yet
41. A. clear B. put C. turn D. push
42.A. nervous B. amazed
C. excited D. disappointed
43.A. helped B. attracted C. impressed D. stopped
44.A. tough B. different C. smooth D. boring
45. A. waked B. made C. recovered D. learned
46.A. chances B. pleasures C. dreams D. services
[2015 •大连市第二十中期中]Singapore is a dynamic citystate where you will find a harmoni?ous mixture of culture,cuisine,arts,people and architecture. If you have at least 5 hours to spare in transit before your next flight,join one of our free twohour guided tours,which run daily at regular times. Registration for the tour must be made at least one hour before the start of the tour.
HERITAGE TOUR
Tour Timings:
9:00 am to 11:00 am; 11:30 am to 1:30 pm; 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm; 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
The heritage tour has a short stopover at the Merlion Park before going to the Colonial District, Central Business District and Chinatown or Little India. The journey to the Merlion Park offers you an entire view of Singapore's landmarks like Marina Bay Sands,Singapore Flyer and Gardens by the Bay. The tour will bring you through a discovery journey where you will have a glimpse into a unique mix?ture of East and West,tradition and modernity. It will be a splendid way for you to explore the history,culture and lifestyle of multiracial Singapore while in your tran?sit.
CITY LIGHTS TOUR
Tour Timings: 6 :30 pm to 8 -30 pm
As night falls,Singapore takes on another look to offer an entertainment choice. The City Lights Tour brings you to various attractions in Singapore. As the journey begins from Changi Airport towards Benjamin Sheares Bridge,you will get a wide view of Singapore's famous symbols-—the Singapore Flyer,Marina Bay Sands and Esplanade. Next,you will see the Helix (螺旋形) Bridge which is in?spired by the double helix of our DNA structure.
5. If it is 2 :45 pm now and Mike's plane is going to take off at 8:35 pm,which is the best timing for him?
A. 9:00 am to 11:00 am. B. 11:30 am to 1:30 pm.
C. 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm. D. 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
6. People can enjoy a wide view of Singapore's landmarks on the way to .
A. Little India B. Chinatown
C. the Merlion Park D. the Colonial District
7. Which of the following is TRUE about the City Lights Tour?
A. It is a great tour to explore the history,culture and lifestyle of Singapore,
B. You'll have a glimpse into a unique mixture of East and West during the tour.
C. It begins from Marina Bay Sands and goes towards Benjamin Sheares Bridge.
D. On the tour,you can see Helix Bridge,which looks like our DNA structure.
4. People (嘲笑) her because she wears such a strange hat.
2. He seems (正在吃) something.
1. I expressed my c to Mrs Jones on her son winning the gold medal in the Olympic Games.
8. On the long journey,he proved himself to be an amusing (同伴) .