【题目】______ is the kindness of the nurse that the patient can never be _______ to her.

A. So; too thankful B. Such; too thankful

C. So; that thankful D. Such; enough thankful

【题目】Modern life is comfortable. Meanwhile, it is costly. As price and building costs keep rising, the do-it-yourself (DIY) trend (趋势) in the U.S. continues to grow.

“We need furniture for our living-room,” says John Ross, “and we just didn’t have enough money to buy it. So we decide to try making a few tables and chairs.” John got married six months ago, and like many young people these days, they are struggling to make a home at a time when the cost of living is very high. The Rosses took a 2-week course for $280 at a night school. Now they build all their furniture and make repairs around the house.

Jim Hatfield has three boys and his wife died. He has a full-time job at home as well as in a shoe-making factory. Last month, he received a car repair bill for $420. “I was deeply upset about it. Now I’ve finished a car repair course. I should be able to fix the car by myself.”

John and Jim are not unusual people. Most families in the country are doing everything they can to save money so they can fight the high cost of living.

If you want to become a “do-it-yourselfer”, you can go to DIY classes. And for those who don’t have time to take the course, there are books that tell you how you can do things yourself.

【1】We can learn from the second paragraph that ______.

A. many young people have difficulty building a house

B. many newly married people take DIY courses for fun

C. John and his wife make or repair things to save money

D. John and his wife build their furniture to improve the quality of life

【2】When the writer says that Jim has a full-time job at home, he means Jim ______.

A. keeps house and looks after his children

B. does extra work at night

C. does his own car and home repairs

D. makes shoes in his home

【3】Jim Hatfield decided to become a do-it-yourselfer when ______.

A. he had to raise the children all by himself

B. his car repairs cost too much

C. he could not possibly do two jobs

D. The car repair class wasn’t helpful

【题目】To British people，Canadians may sound American; to Americans，they may sound British. Canadians themselves insist on not being identified with .

A. either B. both C. any D: neither

【题目】On August 16, 1977, Elvis Presley saved me.

The previous afternoon, I played with my six-year-old peers in Heather Peters’ backyard. I was enjoying my cake, when Heather asked me where my sleeping bag was. Only then did I know this party was a sleepover. The word “sleep-over” to a six-year-old bed-wetter is like what “cancer” means to an adult. But what if I told them I was a bed-wetter? At least with cancer, people gather at your bedside instead of running from it.

I thought of a way to escape. I would explain that I needed my mother's permission to spend the nights. But as I called my Mom, Heather stood beside me to listen. She granted permission! Then I would be sleeping in the same living room as the other girls. I didn't bring my own pajamas (睡衣)，so Mrs. Peters offered me Heather's pajamas.

As the other girls drifted into their sweet dreams, I tried to stay awake. “Do I need to go again? I'll stay up to go one more time...”.Of course, I finally fell asleep.

The next morning, I was the first to wake up. I was warm! I lay in panic for what seemed like hours before the other girls started to wake up. I did the only thing I could do — I pretended that the bed-wetting didn't happen. I got up, took off Heather's pajamas and changed into my clothes like the other girls.

Mrs. Peters walked into the room, and before she could say anything, she stepped right onto the pile of my wet pajamas. My heart stopped as I watched her face burn red. “WHO DID THIS?” She screamed, with a look so frightening. Should I answer? And that was when it happened — Mr. Peters came in and grabbed his wife , ‘‘Elvis Presley died!”

The news of the King's death overtook Mrs. Peters, and I, was spared. I got home without the other girls knowing what had happened.

【1】The author had to spend the night at Peters' because ________.

A. the famous singer Elvis Presley died that night

B. her mother allowed her to do so

C. she and her friends were having a sleepover party

D. she enjoyed her cake there

【2】Mrs. Peters got angry because ________.

A. all the girls slept at her house

B. Elvis Presley passed away

C. her husband was rude to her

D. she found the wet pajamas

【3】From the story, we know Mrs. Peters was ________.

A. a crazy woman

B. a fan of Elvis Presley

C. a woman for perfection

D. a woman who hated to wash pajamas

【4】The passage is mainly about ________.

A. an adventure experience

B. an embarrassing childhood incident

C. a friendship between two girls

D. an unfriendly hostess

【题目】Long, long ago there were a lot of donkeys. The donkeys worked hard every day. They had no time to play or to relax, but they never felt appreciated for the work they did.

One day two donkeys got bored. They wanted to live a comfortable life. So the donkeys went to see a wise old man. They told him their problem. The wise old man agreed that they worked too hard, and he wanted to help the donkeys. "I have an idea." he said.

"What is your idea?" asked the donkeys.

"I will paint you and no one will know you are donkeys," said the man.

The man went off to find some paint and he returned in just a matter of minutes. He had two pots of paint. One pot was filled with white paint, and the other black paint.

The old man first painted them white, and then painted black stripes(斑纹) over the white paint. When he finished, the donkeys did not look at all like donkeys. "You no longer look like donkeys, the old man said. Everyone will be fooled. I will call you something else, zebras. "

The zebras went to a field to eat grass. Now they did not have to work.

Soon, other donkeys saw the zebras. They asked the zebras where they came from. When the ' zebras told the donkeys their secret, the donkeys all rushed to see the old man.

"Make us into zebras, too," they pleaded. So the wise old man painted more donkeys. As he did, more and more donkeyscame.

The old man could not paint fast enough. Soon the donkeys became impatient. They began to kick about, and they knocked over the paint pots.

There was no more paint. The painted donkeys ran off to become zebras. The unpainted don- keys, because of their impatience, had to return to work.

This is why it is important to be patient.

【1】The text was written to______.

A. explain how donkeys became zebras

B. tell a good way to avoid hard work

C. tell an important truth about things

D. explain how zebras got their stripes

【2】The two donkeys went to see a wise old man in order to _____.

A. tell him their problem B. get some grass

C. change into zebras D. ask him for help

【3】When the two donkeys returned, why did they no longer have to work?

A. No one knew they were donkeys.

B. They didn't want to work.

C. They didn't eat enough grass

D. They were no longer donkeys.

【4】What does the underlined word " pleaded" mean?

A. advised. B. begged. C. agreed. D. ordered.

【题目】Dave nearly ran into a block when walking down the street with his mind ______ on the word puzzle.

A. to fix B. fixing

C. fixed D. was fixed

【题目】As a boy growing up in India, I had longed to travel abroad. I used to listen to the stories my father would tell me about his stay in Canada and tours to Europe in the 1970s, with great interest.

My big moment finally came in the summer of 1998 when I was able to accompany my parents to Europe, where my father was to attend a meeting. We planned to travel to Belgium, Netherlands and West Germany.

I have vivid memories even today of going to Mumbai airport at night all excited about finally going abroad. I had heard several great things about Lufthansa till then but now I finally got to experience them first hand, during the flight to Frankfurt. We flew business class and even today I can remember the excellent service by the Lufthansa crew. The flight was really smooth and thoroughly enjoyable, even for someone like me, who is otherwise scared of flying.

After spending almost two weeks in Europe, we took the Lufthansa airport express from Dusseldorf to Frankfurt airport, for our return flight. What a journey that was! All along the Rhine(莱茵河), it was simply an unforgettable experience. I was in a sombre mood on the flight back to Mumbai as it marked the end of a wonderful vacation, but the Lufthansa crew members were able to change it into a most enjoyable experience yet again, with the quality of their service.

Being the first airline to take me overseas, Lufthansa will always hold a special place in my heart. Even today, I continue to enjoy flights on Lufthansa and simply cannot dream of choosing any other airline. Flying, in general, for me, has always been an ordeal (terrible and painful experience). Flying on Lufthansa, however, is something I always have and always will look forward to.

【1】Which country does the author live in now?

A. India. B. Canada. C. Belgium. D. Germany.

【2】Which of the following is TRUE about the authors trip to Europe in 1998?

A. The author traveled with one of his parents.

B. Both their going and return are by air.

C. They traveled in spring that year.

D. They stayed in Europe for nearly two months.

【3】It can be inferred from the passage that Lufthansa is __________.

A. a city in India B. a city in Europe

C. an airline company D. a travel agency

【4】 The underlined word sombre in the 4th paragraph probably means_________.

A. happy B. sad C. angry D. enjoyable

【题目】European Day of Languages falls on 26 September. BBC News Online reported the attitudes across several European Union countries to languages.

Tamsin Smith, Rome, Italy

Italians place very high importance on learning languages, particularly English. Twenty years ago it was quite difficult to find an English speaker here but today it is quite easy. The strong influence of American and English culture helps young people to learn the English language. They often become familiar with it through “Harry Potter” books or Disney movies. English schools, where Italian children are taught all their lessons in English, are also becoming popular among rich Italians.

Lucien Libert, Paris, France

Languages are very important in France. A good knowledge of the English language is necessary for many Frenchmen to get a good job and the more languages you can learn, the better. English is the first language you learn in school and you start very young. Most people have at least eight years of learning English at school. Learning German or Spanish comes next and Latin is also taught in most schools. While French people learn languages, there is also a movement to protect the French language.

James Helm, Dublin, Ireland

The English language predominates(占优势) in Ireland, but the ancient Irish language is a lasting source of pride and interest, and it remains a living tongue that is used in several areas. School are required to teach ancient Irish, and most students learn it as part of the subjects. There is a continuing discussion about how to protect the language best. In recent years some primary schools have introduced foreign language classes for younger students, and the Irish government has tried to encourage schools to offer more languages such as French, Spanish, German and Italian.

【1】Which of the following statements is TRUE according to Tamsin Smith?

A. English learning in Italy has been popular for more than a century.

B. Some popular books and movies help young Italian people with their English a lot.

C. Only children from rich families like to learn English in Italy.

D. More and more Italian children have given up learning their mother tongue.

【2】What can help you get a better job in France?

A. Studying abroad for at least one year.

B. Learning English at younger ages.

C. Knowing another language but French.

D. Learning several languages well.

【3】In Ireland most students ______.

A. like learning English instead of the ancient Irish

B. are asked to learn many other foreign languages

C. have to spend time learning the ancient Irish

D. have no idea how to protect the English language

【4】Which of the following is the best title for the passage?

A. European Language Day.

B. BBC News Online.

C. Attitudes to Languages in Europe.

D. Three Foreigners in Europe.

【题目】_______ Bagrit’s predictions so remarkable is their accuracy.

A. How many are B. Why are

C. What makes D. They make

【题目】Why didn’t Jim come to school this morning? ---Because there was _______ with his legs.

A. nothing wrong B. wrong something

C. something wrong D. anything wrong