The internet has led to a huge increase in credit-card(信用卡) fraud. Your card information could even be for sale in an illegal Website(非法网站). Websites offering cheap goods and services should be regarded with care Online shoppers who enter their credit-card information may never receive the goods they thought they bought.
The thieves then go shopping with your card number—or sell the information over the Internet. Computer hackers(黑客)have broken down security(安全) system, raising questions about the safety of card holder information.
Several months ago, 25,000 customers of a CD universe, an online music retailer(批发商), were not lucky. Their names, addresses and credit-card numbers were posted on a Website after the retailer refused to pay US $ 157,828 to get back the information.
Credit-card firms are now fighting against online fraud. Master-card is working on plans for Web only credit-card, with a lower credit limit. The card could be used only for shopping online. However , there are a few simple steps you can take to keep from being cheated.
Ask about your credit-card firm’s online rules: under British law, cardholders are responsible for the first US $ 78 of any fraudulent spending. And shop only at secure sites: send your credit-card information only if the Website offers advanced secure system.
If the security is in place, a letter will appear in the bottom right-hand corner of your screen. The Website address may also start http://--the extra “s” stands for secure. If in doubt, give your credit-card information over the telephone.
Keep your password safe: most online sites require a user name and password before placing an order. Treat your password with care.
【小题1】The underlined word “fraud” in the first paragraph probably means ______.

The internet has led to a huge increase in credit-card(信用卡) fraud. Your card information could even be for sale in an illegal Website(非法网站). Websites offering cheap goods and services should be regarded with care Online shoppers who enter their credit-card information may never receive the goods they thought they bought.

The thieves then go shopping with your card number—or sell the information over the Internet. Computer hackers(黑客)have broken down security(安全) system, raising questions about the safety of card holder information.

Several months ago, 25,000 customers of a CD universe, an online music retailer(批发商), were not lucky. Their names, addresses and credit-card numbers were posted on a Website after the retailer refused to pay US $ 157,828 to get back the information.

Credit-card firms are now fighting against online fraud. Master-card is working on plans for Web only credit-card, with a lower credit limit. The card could be used only for shopping online. However , there are a few simple steps you can take to keep from being cheated.

Ask about your credit-card firm’s online rules: under British law, cardholders are responsible for the first US $ 78 of any fraudulent spending. And shop only at secure sites: send your credit-card information only if the Website offers advanced secure system.

If the security is in place, a letter will appear in the bottom right-hand corner of your screen. The Website address may also start http://--the extra “s” stands for secure. If in doubt, give your credit-card information over the telephone.

Keep your password safe: most online sites require a user name and password before placing an order. Treat your password with care.

1.The underlined word “fraud” in the first paragraph probably means ______.

A．cheating          B．sale              C．payment          D．use

2.According to this passage most people worry about shopping on the Internet because ______.

A．a great number of stolen credit-cards are sold on the Internet every day

B．fraud on the Internet happens very often

C．many Websites break down every day

D．there are too many illegal Websites on the Internet

3.Thieves usually get the information of the credit-card ______.

A．because many customers lost their cards

B．by paying money for people working in the information companies

C．because of the carelessness of the customers

D．by stealing the information from Websites

4.If the passwords of your credit-cards are not probably kept, _____.

A．the bank and the shop will suffer great losses

B．you will not be able to get back your information

C．you might suffer great losses

D．the bank will answer for your loss

5.What’s the best title of the passage?

A．How to Beat Online Credit-card Thieves

B．How to Shop on the Internet

C．Never Use Credit-card Without an Advanced Computer

D．Why Thieves Steal Credit-card Information

The Internet has led to a huge increase in credit-card fraud．Your card information could even be for sale in an illegal Website. Websites offering cheap goods and services should be regarded with card．On line, shoppers who enter their credit-card information may never receive the goods they thought they bought.

The thieves then go shopping with your card number — or sell the information over the Internet. Computer hackers have broken down security system, raise questions about the safety of card-holder information.

Several months ago, 25,000 customers of CD universe, an on-line music retailer (零售商), were not lucky. Their names, addresses and credit-card numbers were posted on a Website after the retailer refused to pay US ＄157,828 to get back the information.

Credit-card firms are now fighting against on-line fraud．Master-card is working on plans for Web-only credit-card, with a lower credit limit. The card could be used only for shopping on-line. However, there are a few simple steps you can take to keep from being cheated.

Ask about your credit-card firm’s on-line rules: Under British law, cardholders are responsible for the first US ＄78 of any fraudulent spending.

And shop only at secure sites: Send your credit-card information only if the Website offers advanced secure system.

If the security is in place, a letter will appear in the bottom right-hand corner of your screen. The Website address may also start the extra “s” stands for secure. If in doubt, give your credit-card information over the telephone.

Keep your password safe: Most on-line sites require a user name and password before placing an order. Treat your password with care.

The underlined word “fraud” in the first paragraph probably means _____.

A．cheating   B．sale   C．payment   D．use

Thieves usually get the information of the credit-card _____.

       A．because many customers lost their cards

       B．by paying money for people working in the information companies

       C．because of the carelessness of the customers

       D．by stealing the information from Websites

The best title for the passage might be _____.

       A．How to Beat On-line Credit-card Thieves

       B．How to Shop on the Internet

       C．Never Use Credit Cards without an Advanced Computer

       D．Why Thieves Steal Credit-Card Information

Our grand China tour will show you a different China!

But you are required to present a US passport when entering China. For some important information on how to apply for a passport, see the following forms.

YOU MUST SUBMIT FORM DS-11 IF ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ARE TRUE:

★You have never been issued（签发）a US passport or

★You are under aged 16 or

★You were under 16 when your previous passport was issued or

★Your most recent US passport was issued more than 15 years ago or

★Your most recent US passport was lost or stolen or

★Your name has changed since your previous US passport was issued.

NOTE: If the above statements do not apply to you, you can apply for a US passport by mail!         

STEPS TO SUBMITING FORM DS-11:

Read and understand Steps 1 and 2 before leaving this page.

    STEP 1: Complete and Print Form DS-11

    ★If completing Form DS-11 online, print the completed form using black ink on one-sided pages

    ★If completing Form DS-11 by hand, make sure that all the information is complete and correct. The form should be filled in black ink. Do so legibly(字迹清楚地) or the application processing time may be delayed.

NOTE: Form DS-11 can be obtained from your local Passport Agency.

    STEP 2: Submit Completed Form in Person

    You must submit Form DS-11 and other required documents in person at a Passport Agency, Form DS-11 may not be submitted by mail.

NEED A US PASSPORT IMMEDIATELY?

You should make an appointment to be seen at a Passport Agency only if:

    ★The US passport is needed in less than 2 weeks for international travel

    ★The US passport is needed within 4 weeks to obtain a foreign visa

    Call the National Passport Information Center to make an appointment or visit a Passport Agency.

If you are overseas and need to apply for or renew your US passport, please follow the instructions in Tips for Americans Traveling Abroad.

1. What is most probably talked about before this passage?

A. Matters needed to be dealt with before going to China.

B. The great changes happening in China.

C. An introduction to a journey to China.

D. International travel information.

2.You can apply for a US passport by mail if you _________.

A. have never had a US passport before

B. were 17 when you received your previous passport

C. got your most recent US passport 17 years ago

D. changed your name after getting your passport last time

3. Before submitting Form DS-11, you should __________.

A. fill the form in either black or blue ink

B. fill in all information on the form 

C. connect the local agency by telephone first

D. print the form on both sides of the paper

4.If you want to get the passport within half a month, you should _________.

A. call the National Passport Information Center or visit a Passport Agency

B. be an adult of more than 18 years old

C. offer to present your foreign visa to a Passport Agency

D. not pay a visit to Passport Agency

2011 TEEN TRIP TO THE LELAND HIGH SNOW PLAY
For Teens Currently in 6th to 12th Grades
LELAND HIGH SNOW PLAY -- Class # 8389
Saturday, February 12, 2011
8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Meet at THE UNDERGROUND (Veteran's Building -- 2203 Central Avenue)
Cost per person: $50 ($60 after January 22, 2011) Includes Lunch, Admission and Transportation
With a 4,000 sq. Ft. day-use lodge, the Leland High Snow Play has a huge supply of tubes to choose from, along with awesome tows (拖车) that will tow you up to the top of the hill! Our varied terrains (地形) have something for everyone, while the lodge provides a snack bar, video games, pool tables, five indoor rest rooms, a warm fire, and a sun deck with plenty of tables and chairs overlooking the play area outside. ADDITIONAL LIABILITY FORM REQUIRED FOR THIS TRIP.
Be sure to bring warm clothing and prepare for the cold, but dress in layers in case it warms up. Wear dry boots, socks, and sunscreen. If possible, bring a mobile phone in case of emergency, as well as money for snacks and a light dinner: or bring your own food and drinks.
Meet at The Underground (Veteran's Building -- 2203 Central Avenue) -- don't be late!
Do not bring electronic or fragile items during the trip. The ARPD is not responsible for your personal belongings or money. REFUNDS ARE ISSUED ONLY IF THE ARPD CANCELS THIS TRIP DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS.
Click here to download "2011 Leland High Snow Play" flyers and the registration form (PDF, 261KB)
Click here to download "Leland High Snow Play Liability Form" (PDF, 14KB)
1. You may register in person, or mail the completed form to Leland High Snow Play, Inc.
Send the liability form and payment to the ARPD Office, 2226 Santa Clara Avenue, Alameda, 94501.
2. Faxed registration and liability forms accepted with MasterCard/VISA, (510) 747--7566.
3. Online registrations available at www.arpdeplay.com. Make sure you bring your completed liability form on the trip.
【小题1】The purpose of the text is to ________.