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Fireworks explosions killed many people and injured hundreds more in China as the 2006 traditional Lunar New Year celebrations led to much disorder as well as joy across the nation.
At a temple fair in Henan, 36 people were killed on New Year's Day when a nearby storeroom full of fireworks exploded. The accident, caused by 3 children who threw burning fireworks into the storeroom, injured up to 48 people.
In the capital, Beijing, where a 12-year ban on Lunar New Year fireworks had just been lifted, the government reported 112 people were treated at hospital emergency rooms over the weekend for fireworks-related injuries.
"On New Year's Eve alone, we had more than 40 injuries and among them there were around a dozen people with serious injuries," hospital assistant director，Tian Jian said. In China's south-western city, Chongqing, where the fireworks ban was also lifted after 12 years, firefighters rushed to put out nearly 200 fires caused by fireworks on New Year's Eve.
A ban on fireworks, which are traditionally believed to ward off evil spirits and ghosts trying to enter New Year, was put in place across 200 cities in China due to safety and environmental pollution concerns. The ban was lifted in Beijing and many other cities in 2006.
However, despite the fireworks disorder, China's 1.3 billion people were largely enjoying the festival, with celebrations to continue throughout all of this week-long public holiday.
46. In which year were fireworks forbidden in Beijing and Chongqing?
A. In 1990                     B. In 1992                    C. In 1994                    D. In 1995
47. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?
A. The origin of fireworks during the Spring Festival
B. The cause of lifting the ban on fireworks.
C. The direct cause of the fireworks explosion in Henan.
D. The number of injuries caused by fireworks in Chongqing.
48. The underlined phrase" ward off" in the fifth paragraph means ________.
A. prevent              B. set off                     C. allow                D. burn down
49. Which of the following is the very reason why fireworks were banned in China?
A. Noise pollution                                       B. Waste of money
C. Air pollution                                                 D. Possible injury and death
50. The purpose of writing the passage is to ________.
A. warn people of the great danger of fireworks
B. report the number of fireworks deaths and injuries during the festival
C. report that fireworks cause more fires and injuries than deaths
D. Advise people to keep away from fireworks

In terms of tourism .Ohio is a place full of natural beauty and many vacation spots worth Visiting .

Coney island-Fun Unlimited !

???? Coney Island is an amusement park situated in the city of Cincinnati. It has the world's largest recirculating pool . several diving hoards .and an "in pool"? slide. For basketball and vol- leyhall lovers . there are special courts available. Apart from this . the park is equipped with 22 classic family and kiddie rides .boating facilities . a golf course . etc? Other amusement parks in Ohio include Erieview Park .The Beach Waterpark . Memphis Kiddie Park .etc.

Columbus-The Headquarters!

???? Anyhow, your journey would start from Columbus . the capital city of the state ! So spend some quality time roaming around in this beautiful city. Nightclubs . high quality restaurants .and?? Rock and Roll Hall of Fame-For Music Lovers !

??????? If you are a die-hard music lover. then certainly this place wouldn't disappoint you ! Rock?? and Roll Hall of Fame was opened somewhere around in 1995 .with an intention of celebrating? the spirit of rock and roll music .and also studying it. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame offers exhibitions .music events . and also training programs on the subject. This is a perfect stop for every-thing on rock and roll music !

? Cleveland-High Class Experience !

?????? One of the oldest cities. Cleveland ranks among the top 20 metros of the United States .With Lake Erie serving as the most popular tourist attraction .Cleveland is also famous for land? marks such as Cavaliers?? Gund Arena , Playhouse Square and Indians' Jacobs Field. Moreover.? vibrant nightlife , clubs , restaurants ;large hotels and shopping festivals add co the touristic significance of this place.

Lake Erie-The Perfect Holiday !

?????? With nearly 900 miles of shoreline .Lake Erie is one place you have to visit. You can enjooy? numerous activities like fishing. swimming. boating . etc. It is also perfect for having a family picnic outing. One can even take a ferry to Kelleys Island where things like cycling and miniature golf can be enjoyed. Besides .it is the perfect place for those who are looking for some quiet? and relaxing time.

1.According to the passage a basketball lover is most likely to go to _______.

A. Coney Island??? B. Columbus??????? C. Cleveland?????? D. Kelleys Island

2.What can we learn about Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?

A. It was open to the public in 1990.????? B. It is an attraction for music lovers.

C. It offers some shopping festivals.????? D. It provides a golf course for visitors

3.Which of the following is true about Jake Erie?

A. It lies in the city of Cincinnati.

B. It has over 900 miles of shoreline.

C. It is the most popular scenic spot in Cleveland.

D. Tourists can play miniature golf on its banks for free.

Fireworks explosions killed many people and injured hundreds more in China as the 2006 traditional Lunar New Year celebrations led to much disorder as well as joy across the nation.

At a temple fair in Henan, 36 people were killed on New Year's Day when a nearby storeroom full of fireworks exploded. The accident, caused by 3 children who threw burning fireworks into the storeroom, injured up to 48 people.

In the capital, Beijing, where a 12-year ban on Lunar New Year fireworks had just been lifted, the government reported 112 people were treated at hospital emergency rooms over the weekend for fireworks-related injuries.

"On New Year's Eve alone, we had more than 40 injuries and among them there were around a dozen people with serious injuries," hospital assistant director，Tian Jian said. In China's south-western city, Chongqing, where the fireworks ban was also lifted after 12 years, firefighters rushed to put out nearly 200 fires caused by fireworks on New Year's Eve.

A ban on fireworks, which are traditionally believed to ward off evil spirits and ghosts trying to enter New Year, was put in place across 200 cities in China due to safety and environmental pollution concerns. The ban was lifted in Beijing and many other cities in 2006.

However, despite the fireworks disorder, China's 1.3 billion people were largely enjoying the festival, with celebrations to continue throughout all of this week-long public holiday.

46. In which year were fireworks forbidden in Beijing and Chongqing?

A. In 1990 B. In 1992 C. In 1994 D. In 1995

47. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?

A. The origin of fireworks during the Spring Festival

B. The cause of lifting the ban on fireworks.

C. The direct cause of the fireworks explosion in Henan.

D. The number of injuries caused by fireworks in Chongqing.

48. The underlined phrase" ward off" in the fifth paragraph means ________.

A. prevent B. set off C. allow D. burn down

49. Which of the following is the very reason why fireworks were banned in China?

A. Noise pollution B. Waste of money

C. Air pollution D. Possible injury and death

50. The purpose of writing the passage is to ________.

A. warn people of the great danger of fireworks

B. report the number of fireworks deaths and injuries during the festival

C. report that fireworks cause more fires and injuries than deaths

D. Advise people to keep away from fireworks

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     About the year 1900, a poor boy named Charlie Chaplin was often seen waiting outside the back entrances
of London theatres. He looked thin and hungry. He was hoping to get work in show business. He could sing
and dance, and above all, he knew how to make people laugh. But he couldn't get work and therefore wandered
about the city streets. Sometimes he was sent away to a home for children who had no parents.
     But twenty years later, this same Chaplin became the greatest, best-known, and best-loved comedian (喜剧
演员) in the world. Any regular visitor to the cinema, must have seen some of Chaplin's films. People
everywhere have sat and laughed at them until the tears ran down their faces. Even people who don't understand
English can enjoy his films, because they are mostly silent. It isn't what he says that makes us laugh. His comedy
doesn't depend upon (依靠) words or language. It depends upon funny actions which mean the thing to people
all over the world. Acting out without words, of common human situations plays an important part in the dances
and plays in many countries. It's a kind of the world language.
    Chaplin lived most of his life in America and died in Switzerland on Christmas Day in 1977, at the age of
eighty-eight. There was sadness all over the world at the news of his death.

1. Chaplin was born _____.

A. in 1990
B. in Switzerland
C. in 1889
D. in America

2. Why was Chaplin often seen waiting outside London theatres?

A. Because he needed a job in show business.
B. Because he needed food to eat.
C. Because he hoped to sing and dance.
D. Because he hoped to have a home.

3. Twenty years later, Chaplin became the best _____.

A. singer
B. dancer
C. actor
D. comedian

4. What does Chaplin's comedy depend on?

A. Words and language.
B. Music and dance.
C. Story and background.
D. Action, a kind of the world language.

5. Which is true?

A. Chaplin was an American.
B. Chaplin's comedy was boring.
C. Chaplin was a dumb (哑巴).
D. People in the world were very sad at the news of Chaplin's death.