题目内容
High-tech machines have made life easier for millions around the world. However, some people still prefer low-tech ways of doing things. Here’s an example of why this is happening. You can microwave a frozen hamburger in 60 seconds. However, it won’t taste as good as one you cook on the stove. And if you’re in that much of a hurry, you probably won’t take time to toast the bun. High-tech cooking saves time, but it doesn’t make for better-tasting meals.
Most people get their news from high-tech sources like television or the Internet. This has many advantages. For example, electronic news is more up to date than newspapers or magazines. It’s also more exciting to see live and videotaped news events than photographs. However, newspapers and magazines have some important advantages. They give more background and details. They also let you read the parts that are important to you and skip the rest.
Other high-tech timesavers have similar disadvantages. For examples, most people use the phone or e-mail to stay in touch with friends and family members who live in other places. But when you use the Internet or the phone, you don’t always think carefully about what you are saying, and sometimes you forget the important things you want to communicate. Similarly, when you word-process a homework assignment instead of handwriting it, you can check your spelling electronically and put in fancy headings. However, some students are so busy with the computer that they don’t pay enough attention to the actual words they are writing.
68. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?
A. The writer likes high-tech cooking.
B. Low-tech cooking produces better-tasting meals.
C. High-tech news programs always keep you reading what is important to you.
D. Handwritten homework is better than word-processed homework.
69. How does the writer feel about high-tech tool?
A. Better late than never. B. Easy come, easy go.
C. Every coin has two sides. D. Learn to walk before you run.
70. What is the main subject discussed in the text?
A. High-tech vs. low-tech. B. Advantages vs. disadvantages.
C. Newspapers and magazines vs. television and the Internet.
D. Word-processing vs. handwriting.
B C A
Gadgets make study fun Now in a world piled high with smartphones, tablets (平板电脑)and e-readers, technology has entered the classroom in ways unimaginable. Taking classes can be fun too. All you have to do is swipe your fingers on your phone screen and download some apps (应用程序), which can make your study more fun and efficient . Balancing study and play in a college setting has never been easy-and with the following few apps, it’ll be tough to tell the two apart. |
Evernote Use:note-taking Can be used on: iPhone/iPad/iPod touch, Android , BlackBerry, Palm OS and Windows , Phone 7 price :free If you take notes to stay organized,then Evernote is for you. The main thing about Evernote is that all of your notes are automatically sent into the cloud-and then you can access them from any web-connected computer via the Evernote app or a web browser(浏览器). Evernote also supports audio and photo notes-rather handy if you want to record your lecture or take photos of any projected notes. But, of course, ask for permission first. |
Wikipanion Use:research database Can be used on: iPhone/iPad/iPod touch Price :free ( Wikipanion Plus for $4.99,or 31.87 yuan ) Now , you don’t necessarily have to go to a library or anywhere with computer services to do research work for your paper anymore. You can get access to the research databases just on your smartphone or tablet. |
Conquering Bilingual News Listening in 7 Days Use: English learning application Can be used on : iPhone/iPad/iPod touch Price:For a limited time you can get the App for only $0.99—half price.Still learning English with a workbook? If so, you are behind the times.Get 21st Century Newspaper’s new iPhone App, “Conquering Bilingual News Listening in 7 Days”.When you download the App on your iPhone, you can listen to the hottest bilingual news selected from the newspaper’s official website (w.w.w.i2lst.cn)and read by native speakers, “Conquering Bilingual News Listening in 7 Days” has ranked No 1 on the Chinese education App list. For a limited time you can get the App for only $0.99—half price. |
1.The purpose of this passage to .
A.make your study more fun and efficient |
B.introduce some apps used on gadgets |
C.advertise high-tech teaching ways |
D.promote new application programs |
2.According to the passage, we can know that .
A.the three apps all support audio and photo forms. |
B.college study is undoubtedly full of ease and fun |
C.college students used to do research work in the library or via computers |
D.students can record lectures and send them to the cloud without permission |
3.Which of the following is true about the apps?
A.They can only be used on smartphones. |
B.Evemote and Wikipanion Plus are free. |
C.Evemote can merely be used on a computer. |
D.They improve learning efficiency and pleasure. |
American Watersports Tuesday-Saturday
Located on the beach of the Sea Gardens Beach Resort, there are fun things to
rent for the whole family. They offer rentals for kayaks, jet skis, and even parasail!
Enjoy the water up-close or from a bird’s eye view! No matter what activity you’re
enjoying, be sure to protect yourself and your family from the sun’s powerful rays and apply plenty of sun block!
15th Street Boat Company Monday-Saturday
15th Street Boat Company offers rental boats of all kinds. They’re sure to have what you are looking for, whether it’s a small boat for a quick and simple outing or an extravagant boat with comfortable seats with a stereo and high tech navigation. You can rent a boat for half a day or a couple of days, or even weeks at a time. If you want it, they’ve got it. It’s fun for everyone!
Coconut’s Watersports 9am-5pm Monday-Sunday
Coconut’s Watersports is open 7 days a week and offers tons of water fun for the whole family. Jet Ski activities last 30 minutes or 1 hour and can make stops along the way. You must be at least 14 years of age to ride alone and can be as young as 3 to ride along with an adult. Everybody is required to wear a life jacket and a license is required to operate the Jet Ski. Bathing suits and shorts are recommended.
Jet Ski Tours of Miami 10am-7pm Thursday-Sunday
Jet Ski Tours of Miami includes onsite parking, indoor restrooms, lockers, and life jackets for participants. You may choose a one or two tour and each Jet Ski can hold up to 3 people. You must be at least 18 years old in order to ride. As long as you are accompanied by an adult, there is no age limitation for any passenger. There is a restaurant nearby to eat at. The tour visits 6 different islands and passes by Bayside and Hard Rock. You may even catch sight of dolphins, turtles or a crab resting in these splendid Florida waters.
1.You should especially protect yourself from sun burnt while visiting______.
A.Jet Ski Tours of Miami |
B.Coconut’s Watersports |
C.15th Street Boat Company |
D.American Watersports |
2.Which of the following can help you enjoy sailing a boat?
A.Go to the Sea Gardens Beach Resort. |
B.Visit 15th Street Boat Company. |
C.Choose Jet Ski Tours of Miami. |
D.Visit Coconut’s Watersports. |
3.What’s a must to ride alone in the Jet Ski activities?
A.One must be at least 14 years old. |
B.One must wear bathing suits and shorts. |
C.One must apply plenty of sun block. |
D.One must be accompanied by parents. |
4.What will you do to satisfy your son’s curiosity about sea animals?
A.You would like to rent a boat to ride with him. |
B.You need a boat with comfortable seats with a stereo. |
C.You’d like to choose American Watersports. |
D.You prefer the tour to Bayside and Hard Rock. |