Around the world more and more people are ___1___ dangerous sports and activities. Of course there have always been people who have ___2___ adventure—those who have climbed the ___3___ mountains, explored unknown parts of the world or ___4___ in small boats across the greatest oceans. Now, however, there are people who look for an immediate pleasure from a ___5___ activity which may only last a few minutes or even ___6___.

I would consider bungee jumping to be a good example of such an activity. You ___7___ from a high place about 200 meters above the ground with an elastic rope ___8___ to your ankles. You ___9___ at up to 150 kilometers an hour until the rope stops you from ___10___ the ground. It is said that 2 million people around the world have now ___11___ bungee jumping. Other activities, ___12___ most people would say are as dangerous as bungee jumping, ___13___ jumping from tall buildings and ___14___ into the sea from the top of high rocks.

Why do people take part in such activities as these? Some psychologists(心理学家) suggest that it is because life in ___15___ societies has become safe and boring. Not very long ago, people’s lives were constantly under ___16___. They had to go out and hunt for ___17___, and life was a continuous battle for survival.

Nowadays, according to many people, life offers ___18___ excitement. They live and work in relatively safe condition; they buy food in shops; and there are doctors and hospitals to ___19___ them if they become ill. The answer for some of these people is to ___20___ danger in activities such as bungee jumping.

1. A. escaping from       B. taking part in     C. going in     D. taking in

2. A. looked up      B. looked into C. looked for  D. looked around

3. A. lowest    B. highest       C. beautiful    D. wild

4. A. sailed     B. swam  C. jumped      D. crossed

5. A. safe B. excited       C. funny  D. dangerous

6. A. years      B. seconds      C. hours  D. days

7. A. jump      B. run     C. walk   D. cross

8. A. followed B. tied     C. brought      D. took

9. A. go   B. run     C. fall     D. fly

10. A. falling  B. running      C. flying D. hitting

11. A. tried     B. looked for  C. found  D. studied

12. A. that      B. which C. it D. what

13. A. hold     B. include       C. find    D. contain

14. A. swimming    B. running      C. diving D. sailing

15. A. old       B. modern      C. past    D. formal

16. A. safety   B. imperfection      C. danger       D. perfection

17. A. animals B. food   C. water  D. dangers

18. A. few      B. little   C. much  D. many

19. A. look at  B. look into    C. look for     D. look after

20. A. look for       B. look after   C. explore      D. find

完形填空（共20小题；每题1.5分，满分30分）
阅读下面短文，从后面各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项的标号涂黑。
High school seems bigger.There are  36 kids and it’s a totally new environment. It could be a  37 time for new students,  38 ,in fact,it isn’t really that bad.
The first day of course is always terrifying,but,then again,the first day of middle school was probably the  39 .Of course you might get lost during the first few days  40 your classes,but after a while what seems like a large school really isn’t.
One thing that’s really cool about high school is that there are so many more classes that you can  41 .For example,if you like  42 ,there are many art classes.At the same time,there are  43 classes,which you can’t take in middle school  44 photography and psychology(心理学).There are many new things in high school that make it much more  45 .
In high school,you’re able to join more clubs,play more sports,and take part in more  46 ,and at the same time make new friends with kids with the same  47 as you.Also, these activities can give you a  48 to learn something that you might not have had the opportunity to learn in  49 .
High school is different  50 everyone,but there’s one thing that’s  51 .You’re going to have just as much fun here as you  52 before.But having fun isn’t enough though! You’re  53 so you have to be more responsible.Everything changes when you get  54 ,but the changes aren’t that bad.You  55 worry too much about growing up.
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A．different B．same C．rich D．difficult

As we all know, music is p___1.____ the most importantpart in our day-to-day lives. Some songs can ___2.____ (激励) us and drive us forward, while _____3._____ may remind us ___4.__ the people whom we love. Many important occasions like those of ___5.____ (婚礼) or sports and games have their special music. Every nation has its n____6.___ anthem. With years p_____7.___ by, music grows and changes.Modern science has also changed music. Inventions like records, radios, movies, ___8.____ (电的) instrument, tapes,recorders and videos have changed the way in ___9.___ we play and listen to music; they have h___10._____ to make music an important form of international communication.

信息匹配（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
阅读下列应用文及相关情息，井按照要求匹配信息。
首先请阅读下列课程的信息：
A. City Water Skiing Centre —— We are in the heart of the city and give you an easy chance to enjoy the fun and excitement of water skiing. We offer half-hour lessons every hour between 9 am and 4 pm. A fun way to get a lot of exercise quickly and then stay fit.
B. Horse Riding School ——Our experienced teachers provide one-on-one instruction that makes leaning to ride a horse safe and easy. We are located on a large farm where you will be able to get to enjoy lots of fresh air and the beauty of nature. Open 7 days a week between 8 am and 6 pm.
C. Ballroom Dancing Society ——The dancing society is organizing a special course for new members. No experience is necessary and if you don't have your own partner we will arrange one for you. Have fun learning to dance and making new friends in class and at our many social events. Classes every Monday and Thursday from 7 pm to 9 pm.
D. Hiking Club —— The club is looking for new members to join us on our regular hikes. Each weekend we go to local mountain and forest locations for long walks providing the chance for plenty of exercise and fresh air. Different members take part each week so you will have the chance to make new friends. The hikes range in difficulty from easy to very hard and we expect our member to be fit before they join.
E. Ron's Boxing Gym ——We don't just teach you how to box; we teach you how to keep fit for the rest of your life. Our training involves many different activities such as running , skipping and lifting weight, as well as ——of course —— actual boxing . Once a month we also organize practice fights for members of the same sex and weight. Open 2 pm to 10 pm.
F. Water Polo Club ——If you can swim and like ball sports then you'1l love water polo. It is like playing football in the water, a fun and low-impact way to stay healthy. As a water-based sport it is also the ideal way to recover from injury. Open weekdays 9 am to 11 am and 4 pm to 8 pm.
请阅读下列个人信息，然后匹配人物与拟选的课程：
【小题1】Harold is a busy bank manager working in the city. He has put on a lot of weight in recent years and wants to take up a sport that will help him get fit. He enjoys thrilling and exciting sports but as he often has to work late into the evening and on the weekend so he only has time to go during his workday lunch hour.
【小题2】Maude has been retired for 2 years. She is in good health but wants to keep active and remain in shape. She is interested in a hobby that isn't too difficult to learn and will give her lots of fresh air and the chance to meet some new friends. She only has free time on the weekend as most weekdays are spent taking care of her grandchildren.
【小题3】id is a high school student that recently hurt his knee playing football. The doctor has told him that for the next 6 months he shouldn't put too much pressure or weight on it and he needs to do some sport that will help him build up his strength but will not cause any more damage to his knee. Afternoon after school is his preferred time.
【小题4】Nancy is a university student who loves excitement and is always willing to try out something different. She has little patience however and wants a sporting activity that will give her the chance to do many different things. As she works part time after class and on the weekend she is only free on weekday afternoon.
【小题5】Spike has recently moved to the city and doesn't have many friends. He is not really a sports fan but wants to do something that is fun and that will give him the chance to meet new people. He is only free in the evening.