A Letter from Steve Jobs
August 24, 2011
To the Apple Board of Directors and the Apple Community,
I have always said if there ever came a day when I could no longer meet my duties and expectations as Apple’s CEO, I would be the first to let you know. Unfortunately, that day has come.
So I resign（辞职）as CEO of Apple. I would like to serve, if the Board feels fit, as Chairman of the Board, director and Apple employee.
As far as my successor goes, I strongly suggest that we name Tim Cook as CEO of Apple.
I believe Apple’s brightest days are ahead of it. And I look forward to watching and contributing to its success in a new role.
I have made some of the best friends of my life at Apple, and I thank you all for the many years of being able to work alongside you.
Steve
More Information:
Steve Jobs (February 24, 1955—October 5, 2011) was an American businessman, designer and inventor. He is best known as the co-founder, chairman, and CEO of Apple Inc. Unluckily, in 2003, Jobs was diagnosed（确诊）with a pancreas neuroendocrine tumor（胰腺癌）. Although the cancer was treated in the first place, he appeared thinner as his health fell. On medical leave for most of 2011, Jobs finally made a decision to resign as Apple CEO in August that year. Shortly after that, on October 5, he died. He continues to receive honors and public attention for his influence in the technology and music industries.

  1. 1.

    Why did Jobs resign as CEO of Apple according to the letter?

    1. A.
      He was found seriously ill in 2003.
    2. B.
      He felt he could no longer meet the responsibilities as a CEO.
    3. C.
      He would like to be Chairman of the Board rather than CEO.
    4. D.
      He was on medical leave for most of 2011.
  2. 2.

    Which of the following statement is NOT true?

    1. A.
      After receiving the medical treatment, Jobs was in good health again.
    2. B.
      Tim Cook was a friend and co-worker of Jobs.
    3. C.
      People will remember and honor Jobs for his influence in the technology and music industries.
    4. D.
      Jobs believed that Apple would have a bright future.
  3. 3.

    What is Jobs’ mood when writing this letter?

    1. A.
      Optimistic for the company
    2. B.
      Sorry for himself
    3. C.
      Grateful to his friends and co-workers
    4. D.
      All the above

Early in the 16th century men were trying to reach Asia by travelling west from Europe. In order to find Asia they had to find a way past South Africa. The man who finally found the way from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific was Ferdinand Magellan.
Magellan sailed from Seville in August 1519 with five ships and about 280 men. Fourteen months later, after spending the severe （凌冽的） winter on the coast of Patagonia, he discovered the channel （海峡） which is now called Magellan Straits. In November 1520, after many months of dangers from rocks and storms, the three remaining ships entered the ocean on the other side of South America.
They then continued, hoping to reach Asia. But they didn’t see any land until they reached the islands off the coast of Asia. Before they arrived at these islands, later known as Philippines, men were dying of starvation. While they were in the Philippines., Magellan was killed in battle.
The remaining officers then had to get back to Spain. They decided to sail around Africa. After many difficulties, one ship with eighteen men sailed into Seville after leaving. They were all that remained of Magellan’s expedition （探险队）.

  1. 1.

    Magellan Straits were discovered by Magellan ______.

    1. A.
      in August 1519
    2. B.
      in October 1520
    3. C.
      in November 1520
    4. D.
      in December 1520
  2. 2.

    The number of the ships lost on the whole expedition was ______.

    1. A.
      two
    2. B.
      three
    3. C.
      four
    4. D.
      five
  3. 3.

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text?

    1. A.
      Dangers from rocks and storms
    2. B.
      Lack of fresh food and water
    3. C.
      Severe winter in Patagonia
    4. D.
      The death of Magellan

It could be learned from the teacher's eyes ________ he was very satisfied with her performance．


  1. A.
    that
  2. B.
    whether
  3. C.
    what
  4. D.
    where

There have been fewer accidents on this highway ________ the speed limit was introduced．


  1. A.
    before
  2. B.
    while
  3. C.
    after
  4. D.
    since

I was to have visited the Palace Museum last week, but something unexpected ________ to my father．


  1. A.
    had happened
  2. B.
    happened
  3. C.
    have happened
  4. D.
    was happened

Only those students ________ thinks the best can be accepted by Beijing University or Tsinghua University．


  1. A.
    who
  2. B.
    that
  3. C.
    of whom
  4. D.
    he

________ the differences in colours, languages and races, we share the charm and joy of the Olympic Games．


  1. A.
    In favour of
  2. B.
    On behalf of
  3. C.
    In charge of
  4. D.
    In spite of

Please remind me of it again tomorrow ________ I forget．


  1. A.
    so that
  2. B.
    in case
  3. C.
    even if
  4. D.
    as though

There are several ski hills that can be found locally, and not so locally. Here’s a bit of an informal snow report for any visitors to the city who may be unfamiliar with the local options for skiing.
Sunshine Village
Sunshine is definitely the premier ski hill in the area. Of all the hills in Alberta, Sunshine is the one that has earned international renown. Ticket prices are cheaper this year than they have been in the past. Adults pay $76.5, seniors $61.5, and children only pay $26.5. At present, they have a snow base of 107 cm. The terrain (地形) is a mix of both easy and hard runs.
Lake Louise
Of all the ski resorts nearby it is the largest with 4,200 acres of ski-able terrain. It has the best balance between easy and difficult runs, and it gets snow of 93 cm right now. Adults pay $75.5, seniors pay $54.5, and children pay $24.5. Lake Louise is a great choice for anyone looking to do some easy access backcountry skiing.
Nakiska
While it will be opening shortly, Nakiska is popular to the public. Currently, they have a base of 71cm. The terrain at Nakiska is varied, but slants (倾斜) more towards the easy side. It’s the best place for families to go skiing as there is a lot of beginner and kid terrain. Tickets are relatively cheap. Adults pay $64.5, seniors pay $51.5, and children only pay $19.5.
Olympic Park
O.P. was built for the 1988 Winter Olympics in Canada, and it is a world-class facility (设施） for almost every winter sport. It has facilities not only for skiing, but also for all kinds of other activities. It has a snow base of 102 cm, but it isn’t the primary focus. However, with tickets starting at $5 and capping at $39, it is very inexpensive.

  1. 1.

    What can we know about Sunshine Village?

    1. A.
      It is a ski hill in Europe.
    2. B.
      Its snow is the thickest of the four.
    3. C.
      It is suitable for ski beginners.
    4. D.
      its ticket prices are getting more expensive.
  2. 2.

    What does the underlined word "renown" mean in the passage?

    1. A.
      Good attraction.
    2. B.
      Place of interest.
    3. C.
      Prize or reward.
    4. D.
      Fame or reputation.
  3. 3.

    Which will be the best choice for someone who is fond of other sports games besides skiing?

    1. A.
      Sunshine Village.
    2. B.
      Lake Louise.
    3. C.
      Olympic Park.
    4. D.
      Nakiska.
  4. 4.

    How much will a woman pay if she and her husband with two children go skiing in the best family place?

    1. A.
      168 dollars.
    2. B.
      103.5 dollars.
    3. C.
      209 dollars.
    4. D.
      129.5 dollars.

The National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., is one of the world’s greatest art museums. Millions of people have entered its doors to see paintings by the world’s fine artists. But if these priceless masterpieces are to be preserved, the Gallery must protect them carefully. The Gallery’s 135-man guard force has successfully prevented them from being stolen, but protecting the paintings from nature is a greater problem.
In past times, the owners of paintings did not protect them from damaging changes in humidity（湿度）and temperature. As a result, the life of these paintings were shortened. In the National Gallery, however, humidity and temperature are carefully controlled. The building is air-conditioned in summer and heated in winter. The air-conditioning and heating system are so important to the life of the painting that the Gallery has two of each system. If one should fail, the extra one can take over.
Light is another enemy of paintings. Ultraviolet rays（紫外线）in light cause paintings to fade（褪色）. Long ago, paintings often hung in dark churches and palaces. A coat of varnish（清漆）was a protection from the weak light. But when museums took over the care of many paintings, they were often hung in brighter light than before. Soon they were in danger of fading. The damaging effects of light were increased when the museums removed the varnish coating, yellowed with age.
To protect its paintings, the National Gallery put a special kind of glass in its skylights. This glass allows visible lights to enter the building but it keeps out harmful ultraviolet rays. The Gallery has also developed new and better varnishes which help to keep paintings from fading. Thanks to these new precautions, many of the world’s greatest paintings are being well protected for future generations to enjoy.

  1. 1.

    The text mainly tells us about_________________________.

    1. A.
      the guard force in the National Gallery
    2. B.
      protecting great paintings from nature
    3. C.
      priceless paintings of past times
    4. D.
      the air-conditioning and heating systems in the National Gallery
  2. 2.

    Which of the following is NOT an enemy of paintings?

    1. A.
      Varnish.
    2. B.
      Temperature.
    3. C.
      Light.
    4. D.
      Humidity.
  3. 3.

    The underlined word “precautions” in Paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to ____________.  

    1. A.
      decorations
    2. B.
      problems
    3. C.
      suggestions
    4. D.
      applications
  4. 4.

    From the text we can infer that________________________.

    1. A.
      great artists painted in dark churches and palaces
    2. B.
      you can touch these paintings while you are in the National Gallery
    3. C.
      the care of the world’s greatest paintings is both a big responsibility and a great challenge
    4. D.
      the guard force in the Gallery has not done a good job
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