【题目】Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.

Among the note-taking forms in today’s US schools, the Cornell method is widely recommended. Providing a form for concentrating and organizing notes, the Cornell method sets up a system to direct students to 1 the paper into two columns. The note-taking column, which is usually on the right, is twice the size of the key word column on the left. The student should leave five to seven lines blank, at the bottom of the page.

Notes from a lecture or teaching occupy the note-taking column which 2 contain the main ideas of the textbook or lecture. Most 3 ideas and long sentences are avoided while 4 or abbreviations (缩写) are preferred instead. To assist with future reviews, 5 thoughts or questions should be noted down as soon as possible so that the students may 6 to these points for reflection or further research. The key-word column is a(n) 7 place to note down these ideas. These ideas may later turn into potential research results as students are always encouraged to reflect on the notes 8 or go deep into the questions further.

Within 24 hours after the note-taking, the student must revise and then produce a short summary in the bottom space. Such move helps him to 9 the topic better. When preparing for a test, the student has 10 to a brief but detailed record of the previous classes.

【题目】Vocabulary

In 2016, a young British father was trampled(踩踏)to death by an elephant on the island of Koh Samui(苏梅岛)in Thailand. The 1 once again raised questions over whether it is ethical to use these giant animals as entertainment.

For many visitors, the chance to 2 with elephants is at the top of their holiday wish list. There’s no shortage of opportunities to do so, from taking photos of baby elephants on the beach, to riding them through the jungle, to watching them balance on tightropes and dance.

But what most visitors don’t realize is these animals are involved in 3 cruel methods to make them behave. They are often kept in terrible conditions. This includes being 4 up when not performing, without interaction with other elephants, a poor diet, etc. They are also subjected to training practices including beating and stabbing(刺,戳)with hooks.

Away from their natural habitat and forced to repeat the same routines day in day out, the torture continues throughout their 5 shortened lives. It’s not exactly the stuff that holiday dreams are made of.

Unfortunately, riding elephants is still one of the most popular tourist activities in Asia. The World Animal Protection 6 3,000 elephants at tourist sites across Southeast Asia in 2017. The study found that 77% of them were living in“severely cruel”conditions. It also found that there had been a 30% rise in the number of elephants at tourism venues in Thailand since 2010.

Many parks 7 themselves as sanctuaries(庇护所)but they are not. Real sanctuaries will 8 contact with the elephants and visitors can only observe them from a distance most of the time.

The tour sector needs to play a much bigger role in restricting elephant tourism. As travelers, please avoid any place offering riding or allowing interacting sessions with elephants. When you see abuse(虐待)9, do your bit by leaving your review on review sites and social media to warn other tourists. It really does work—many parks are now becoming 10 as a result of pressure from tourists, the industry and the media.

【题目】 What Does the Length of Your Fingers Say About You?

Are you the peace-loving type or the ambitious go-getter? Your finger length might be a clue. Take a look at your fingers. Would you believe me if I told you that the length of your fingers in relation to one another can predict your personality? I know that it sounds like one of those silly tests you see on Facebook, but I have to admit that it is exactly correct for me. Here's how it works.

Look at your three middle fingers of your hand. Is your index finger longer than your ring finger? Is your ring finger longer than your index finger? Or are the two of the same length? Find the situation that best matches your hand and see if what follows is an accurate description of your personality.

●Longer ring finger: The Sweet Talker

If your ring finger is longer than your index finger, research shows that you're likely a charming type, and you can probably talk yourself out of any situation. Others often find this personality type irresistible and will go to great lengths to help you. You're more likely to take risks, and you're good at problem-solving. People in this category make great engineers, soldiers and crossword-puzzle solvers.

●Longer index finger: The (Over) Confident One

If your index finger is longer than your ring finger, chances are you are full of confidence—possibly even to the point of being over-confident and proud. You are not necessarily introverted(内向的),but you do enjoy time to yourself, especially when you're trying to complete a project. You are a dream pursuer who can make things happen, but you may be shy when it comes to taking the first step in a relationship. You are also probably happy with what you have, but you're always wishing for more.

●Index and ring finger are of the same length: The Peacemaker

If your index finger and ring finger are roughly of the same length, you are likely to avoid conflict at all costs and seek to keep the peace in your relationships. You are well-organized, faithful and sympathetic. But deep down under all of that caring and peace-loving, you also have a hot-tempered side that can appear unexpectedly when you're pushed too far. You will try your hardest to avoid a fight.

How well do these descriptions match your personality? I was surprised at the accuracy in my case, but I'm not going to tell you which one it was!

1Which of the following hand could be an engineer's hand?

A. B.

C. D.

2What does the passage intend to tell us?

A. How accurate the description of the test is.

B. The length of fingers can reveal personality.

C. Why your fingers are not of the same length.

D. Personality is determined by your finger length.

3Where can you probably find the text?

A. An official report.

B. A biology textbook.

C. A popular magazine.

D. A public advertisement.

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