Bomb attack on Bombay trains kills 190

       BOMBAY, India-Eight bombs exploded in first class compartments（车厢）of packed Bombay Trains Tuesday, killing 190 people and wounding hundreds in a well-designed terror attack on the heart of a city that embodies the ambition of the country.

       Liu Xiang record warms China’s hearts

       Liu Xiang of China set a new 110 metres hurdles world record on a stunning night in Lausanne, breaking the record he shared with Britain’s Colin Jackson. Liu rushed to the finishing line in a time of 12.88 seconds, beating the old mark of 12.91 that he matched in winning gold at the 2004 A thens Olympics. Jackson ran 12.91 in Stuttgart, Germany, in August 1993.

       Materazzi admits insulting Zidane

       Marco Materazzi admits he insulted（侮辱）Zinedine Zidane before the France captain head-butted him in the World Cup final. Materazzi denies calling him a“terrorist.”Zidane and Materazzi exchanged words after Italy broke up a French attack in extra-time of Sunday’s final in Berlin Seconds later, Zidane lowered his head and rammed Materazzi in the chest, knocking him to the ground.

       President Hu departs for G8 summit

       BEIJING,July 16-Chinese President Hu Jintao left Beijing on Sunday morning for Russia’s St. Petersburg to attend the summit of the Group of Eight major economies. Hu is invited by Russian President Vladimir Putin. On Monday. Hu will meet with G-8 leaders to discuss energy security, prevention and control of epidemic diseases, education, African development and other topics. Among Hu’s entourages are State Councilor Tang Jiaxuan, Foreign Minister Li Zhaoxing, Director of the Policy Research Office of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China（CPC）Wang Huning, Deputy Director of the General Office of the CPC Central Committee Ling Jihua, Director of thePresident’s Office Chen Shiju and Assistant Foreign Minister Cui Tiankai. The G-8 members are Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Russia and the United States.

68．From the first news item, we can infer that       .

       A．few Indian people are rich enough to take the first-class compartments

       B．the terrorists spent plenty of time and efforts in planning the attack

       C．an exact number of injuries has been discovered after the attack

       D．the heart of the city Bombay has always been the target of terror attacks

69．According to the news report, the old 110 metres hurdles world record        .

       A．has been kept for only two years since the 2004 Athens Olympics

       B．was shared by Liuxiang and Jackson in Stuttgart, Germany.

       C．is raised by 12.88 seconds by Liuxiang in Lausanne.

       D．was broken by Liuxiang in 2004 Athens Olympics.

70．What do the underlined words“exchanged words”mean in the third news item?

       A．had a discussion                                  B．had words with each other

       C．exchanged opinions                              D．made a bargain

71．Which of the following statements is NOT true by the last news item?

       A．Russia will host the G-8 summit in St. Petersburg.

       B．China is not a member of the Group of Eight

       C．China attends the summit with the invitation of the Russian government.

       D．Health problems will not be among the topics in the G-8 summit.

Ms. Robson, Hilary, Rose and Tom each want to decide on a holiday for their students. Read the following descriptions and help them make proper choices.
_________1. Ms. Robson’s students are studying French and German. She would like them to speak both the languages while they’re away.
_________ 2. Hilary’s students are 14 years old. Some of them learn French, so she wants to find a holiday course which can offer individual language lessons for those who would like to improve their French.
_________ 3. Rose has a small group of students. They all want to sail but unfortunately some of them are unable to swim, although they’re eager to learn.
_________ 4. Tom’s class have just started to learn German and he wants a holiday which mixes studying the language with plenty of free time to explore the foreign country.
Summer in France
All our courses take place at the university in Marsellie. Morning classes are held in German, evening lectures are in French. We offer an exciting program of evening activities including music, dance, etc.
Greek Sailing Holidays
Arrive by air and then hire one of our boats with all the latest equipment to sail around the Greek islands. These boats sleep up to twenty students and teachers. Trained sailing staff are available but you must be able to swim.
Summer Courses in Finland
If you love water sports you’ll love our one-week sports holiday on the Finnish lakes. There are opportunities to swim, sail and water ski. Lessons are available if you need them. There is also a chance to learn Finnish at no extra cost! Everyone is welcome.
Holiday Programs in Germany
We offer morning classes in the German language at all levels from beginners upwards. In the afternoon you are free to join in our mountain walks or to go shopping in the nearby town. In the evening we organize a full program of entertainment. All ages are welcome!
Summer Schools in France
Opportunities to speak French. We offer summer schools for students between the ages of 12-16. Live with a French family and choose from a range of different activities including horse riding, indoor hockey, football, swimming and dry skiing. Private language lessons are arranged if requested.

Ms. Robson, Hilary, Rose and Tom each want to decide on a holiday for their students. Read the following descriptions and help them make proper choices.

_________1. Ms. Robson’s students are studying French and German. She would like them to speak both the languages while they’re away.

_________ 2. Hilary’s students are 14 years old. Some of them learn French, so she wants to find a holiday course which can offer individual language lessons for those who would like to improve their French.

_________ 3. Rose has a small group of students. They all want to sail but unfortunately some of them are unable to swim, although they’re eager to learn.

_________ 4. Tom’s class have just started to learn German and he wants a holiday which mixes studying the language with plenty of free time to explore the foreign country.

Summer in France

All our courses take place at the university in Marsellie. Morning classes are held in German, evening lectures are in French. We offer an exciting program of evening activities including music, dance, etc.

Greek Sailing Holidays

Arrive by air and then hire one of our boats with all the latest equipment to sail around the Greek islands. These boats sleep up to twenty students and teachers. Trained sailing staff are available but you must be able to swim.

Summer Courses in Finland

If you love water sports you’ll love our one-week sports holiday on the Finnish lakes. There are opportunities to swim, sail and water ski. Lessons are available if you need them. There is also a chance to learn Finnish at no extra cost! Everyone is welcome.

Holiday Programs in Germany

We offer morning classes in the German language at all levels from beginners upwards. In the afternoon you are free to join in our mountain walks or to go shopping in the nearby town. In the evening we organize a full program of entertainment. All ages are welcome!

Summer Schools in France

Opportunities to speak French. We offer summer schools for students between the ages of 12-16. Live with a French family and choose from a range of different activities including horse riding, indoor hockey, football, swimming and dry skiing. Private language lessons are arranged if requested.

Ms. Robson, Hilary, Rose and Tom each want to decide on a holiday for their students. Read the following descriptions and help them make proper choices.

_________68. Ms. Robson’s students are studying French and German. She would like them to speak both the languages while they’re away.

_________ 69. Hilary’s students are 14 years old. Some of them learn French, so she wants to find a holiday course which can offer individual language lessons for those who would like to improve their French.

_________ 70. Rose has a small group of students. They all want to sail but unfortunately some of them are unable to swim, although they’re eager to learn.

_________ 71. Tom’s class have just started to learn German and he wants a holiday which mixes studying the language with plenty of free time to explore the foreign country.

Summer in France

All our courses take place at the university in Marsellie. Morning classes are held in German, evening lectures are in French. We offer an exciting program of evening activities including music, dance, etc.

Greek Sailing Holidays

Arrive by air and then hire one of our boats with all the latest equipment to sail around the Greek islands. These boats sleep up to twenty students and teachers. Trained sailing staff are available but you must be able to swim.

Summer Courses in Finland

If you love water sports you’ll love our one-week sports holiday on the Finnish lakes. There are opportunities to swim, sail and water ski. Lessons are available if you need them. There is also a chance to learn Finnish at no extra cost! Everyone is welcome.

Holiday Programs in Germany

We offer morning classes in the German language at all levels from beginners upwards. In the afternoon you are free to join in our mountain walks or to go shopping in the nearby town. In the evening we organize a full program of entertainment. All ages are welcome!

Summer Schools in France

Opportunities to speak French. We offer summer schools for students between the ages of 12-16. Live with a French family and choose from a range of different activities including horse riding, indoor hockey, football, swimming and dry skiing. Private language lessons are arranged if requested