【题目】阅读理解
Life is full of funny moments, and not just for humans.
Over the years, studies by various groups have suggested that monkeys, dogs and even rats love a good laugh. People, meanwhile, have been laughing since before they could talk.
Jaak Panksepp, a professor at Bowling Green State University, US, said he would not be surprised if positive feelings could be produced in some animals. Dolphins, for example, have long attracted animal researchers because of the complex (复杂的) ways in which they communicate: a rich variety of sounds of different rhythms. A decade ago, researchers studying dolphins at the Kolmarden Wildlife Park in Sweden noticed a set of sounds the dolphins made during play-fighting. They concluded that the purpose of the sound was to suggest that the situation was pleasant and to prevent it from a real fight.
Panksepp has even seen evidence of joy in crayfish (小龙虾). When given small amounts of drugs such as cocaine (可卡因) in a certain place, they appear to connect that location with pleasure. “Given the chance, they will always return to that place, perhaps in the hope of getting more,” he says. Panksepp wasn't sure it equals the same happiness that humans get from cocaine, but said it “could be in the same evolutionary category”.
More studies are needed to really understand animals' laughter. Strangely enough, the answers may help with our own desires for cures for mental illnesses. Panksepp's experiments may soon lead to a new antidepressant (抗抑郁) drug that works by using the pathways in the brain behind positive feelings and joy. Perhaps pleasure and laughter in the animal world will help solve the depression in our own species one day.
(1)Scientists are always interested in doing research on dolphins because dolphins ________.
A.understand humans' sounds
B.show positive feeling while playing
C.make different sounds when they communicate
D.make a set of sounds during play-fighting games
(2)What do the underlined words “our own species” in the last paragraph refer to?
A.Animals.
B.Humans.
C.Sounds.
D.Pleasure.
(3)From the passage we can learn that ________.
A.people learn to talk before they can laugh.
B.animals have a very good sense of location.
C.humans have known the animals' happiness well.
D.there is still much left to learn about animals' laughter.
(4)Which of the following can be the best title for this passage?
A.Animals Feeling Joy.
B.Man and Nature.
C.Sounds Made by Animals.
D.A Long Way to Go.

【题目】阅读理解
阅读短文,从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出最佳选项。
Human beings are the most intelligent of all animals because we are gifted with the ability to think and reason logically. Scientists and even common people with special intelligence have made a lot of inventions and contributions to modern lifestyle in the past. “Houses” have been the most popular area for discoveries and inventions in the past and even now.
Many household items have been the result of inventions of people who desired better functioning of the existent products. Every individual has intelligence and if it is used properly for the right purpose it leads to invention of a new tool or device. Many new household inventions are made almost every day and there are specific companies, which particularly keep a record of all these inventions.
A lot of inventions have been made recently in the household field. These products are patented(专利的) and have trade mark licenses. The patented sliding cinch is a very simple but effective method to prevent shoulder stress and injury for those who work before computers all day long. Vanity PC is a type of computer furniture that specifically hides all the computer wires and keeps a clean and good look. All the outdoor dust, mud and snow can be kept out of the house by installing(安装) the dirt drain(排水管) at the entrance of the door. Another important invention is the automatic toilet night-light, in which a small light starts when the lid of the toilet seat is opened and closes as soon as the lid is closed.
These are some of the new household inventions invented mostly by common people. Thus, a variety of new household items are invented every day, which helps in a better functioning of household chores and in a more useful manner.
(1)The first paragraph tells us the importance of .
A.the particular changes in houses
B.human beings' role in making inventions
C.the advantages of modern lifestyle
D.the difference between human beings and animals
(2)What plays the most important role in causing people to invent new things?
A.To earn more money and gain awards.
B.To be recorded by some special companies.
C.To improve the present living conditions.
D.To meet the new demands of new science.
(3)It can be inferred that the sliding cinch is used to .
A.prevent your shoulder from being over-pressured
B.keep your shoulder safe and sound when you are in an accident or an operation
C.help you practice your shoulder more often and reduce shoulder pains
D.cover your shoulder and make it stronger to resist the outside strike
(4)Common people can also make good inventions because .
A.wisdom and inspiration sometimes come from everyday life
B.some inventions are easy to be made and can be mastered by common people
C.common people have a strong desire to do something for science research
D.success is often connected with hardship and bitter experience of common people

【题目】Have you ever been to the following places?If not,try to find a chance to visit them.

Fez,Morocco

Fez,about 240 miles northeast from Marrakech,a wonderful scene is taking root slowly.It started with immigrants building castles,and continues as hotels and restaurants.The biggest news is that the Hotel Sahrai is completed with a bar and 50 rooms,many overlooking a pool.

Catskills,New York

The region that welcomed Jewish families in the 50s,hippies in the 60s,and soon,casino gamblers(赌博者). Many stylish B&Bs have opened.Among them are the Hotel Dylan in Woodstock,the Arnold House in Livingston Manor,with its bar and diminutive spa(水疗中心).So now is the time to enjoy fly-fishing,hiking and other peaceful experiences.

Rotterdam,Netherlands

The constantly unfolding city center in Rotterdam has become one amazing explosion of style,which surprised the tourists greatly.The latest attraction,and reason enough to visit,is the MVRDV-designed Markthal,an igloo(圆顶冰屋)-like horseshoe that houses 20 shops,nine restaurants and 228 apartments.It also happens to be Holland's largest artwork.

Chengdu,China

Famous for its 1,600 pandas,most of which still live in the wild,Chengdu has introduced a 72-hour no-visa policy that makes it easier for Americans to drop in on one of the city's three major panda research facilities.But it's worth sticking around longer to experience what's doing in Chengdu,a city on the rise.One of the shiniest attractions is New Century Global Centre,the world's largest building,complete with an artificial beach.

1What can a tourist do in Catskills?

A. Go fishing and hiking.

B. Design igloos with tourists.

C. play with the pandas in the wild.

D. Join the local people in building castles.

2Which is Holland's largest artwork?

A. The Hotel Sahrai.

B. The Hotel Dylan.

C. Markthal.

D. New Century Global Centre.

3What did Chengdu do to attract the American travelers?

A. It improved its quality of service.

B. It built the world's largest building.

C. It introduced a 72-hour no-visa policy.

D. It completed a building with an artificial beach.

【题目】阅读理解
Wanted, Someone for a Kiss
We're looking for producers to join us in the second of London 100FM. You'll work on the station's music programmes. Music production experience in radio is necessary, along with rich knowledge of modern dance music. Please apply (申请) in writing to Producer Vacancies, Kiss 100.
Father Christmas
We're looking for a very special person preferably over 40, to fill our Father Christmas suit. Working days: Every Saturday from November 24 to December 15 and every day from December17 to December24 except Sunday, 10:30-16:00. Excellent pay. Please contact (联系) the Enterprise Shopping Center, Station Parade, Eastbourne.
Accountants Assistant
When you join in them in our Revenue Administration Unit, you will be providing assistance within all parts of the Revenue Division, dealing with post and other general duties. If you are educated to GCSE grade C level we would like to talk to you. This position is equally suitable for a school leaver of for somebody who has office experience. Wealden District Council.
Software Trainer
If you are aged 24-45 and have experience in teaching and training, you could be the person we are looking for. You should be good at the computer and have some experience in programme writing. You will be allowed to make our decision, and to design courses as well as present them. Pay upwards of £15,000 for the right person. Please apply by sending your CV (简历) to Mrs. R. Ogilvie, Palmlace Limited.
(1)We learn from the ads that the Enterprise Shopping Centre needs a person who _____.
A.is aged between 24 and 40
B.may do some training work
C.should deal with general duties
D.can work for about a month
(2)Which position is open to recent school graduates?
A.Producer, London Kiss.
B.Father Christmas.
C.Accountants Assistant.
D.Software Trainer.
(3)What kind of person would probably apply to Palmace Limited?
A.One with GCSE grade C level.
B.One with some office experience.
C.One having good computer knowledge.
D.One trained in producing music programmes.

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