On Christmas Eve a few years ago an English couple(夫妇) received a very special telephone call. It was only a 20-second call but it was very important. The Haydens’ 15-year-old daughter had disappeared six months before. On Christmas Eve she rang them. “I’m phoning to wish a happy Christmas,” she said, “I love you.”

Ronals and Edwine Hayden were so happy that they started a special telephone service called “Alive and Well”. The service helps parents to get in touch with children who have run away from home.

Young people can phone “Alive and Well” and leave a message for their parents. The telephones are answered by answering machines. So no one can speak to the child of making him return home.

Parents of runaway children who are under eighteen can ask the police to bring their children home, so children do not want to tell their parents where they are. Through “Alive and Well” they can telephone their parents without worrying about this or giving out their addresses.

The Haydens and their helpers write down the tape recorded telephone messages and connect the address given. Many of the 30,000 British teenagers who have left home are probably in London. For only two pence they can go into a telephone coin box and call their parents. They can dial(拨) 5675339 and stop a parent’s worry: Is he dead or alive?

72.  The Haydens’ daughter rang her parents         .

A. because she knew she had done something wrong    B. in order to give them her address

   C. to say she was coming home soon     D. in order to comfort her worried parents

73. If you ring “Alive and Well ”,        .

A. you will get the information you want B. your message will be passed over to your parents

   C. your information will be kept a secret      D. your parents will know where you are

74. Which of the following is NOT true?

A. The Haydens received an “Alive and Well” call from their daughter before Christmas.

   B. An “Alive and Well” call usually costs only two pence because it is quite near and short.

   C. In this text at least 30,000 British teenagers don’t want to live with their parents.

   D. The “Alive and Well” call is far less important than the message it sends.

75. Through “Alive and Well”, parents of runaway children         .

   A. often fail to persuade their children to return home

   B. know nothing from their children to return home

   C. can say nothing to their children

   D. can ask the police to help them to find lost children

DBAC

Britain's oldest man made his first visit to London yesterday at the age of 110. Mr. John Evans had never found the time or the money-to make the trip from his home near Swansea. But, when British Rail offered him an all-expenses-paid birthday trip to the capital, he just could not refuse.

Until yesterday he had never been far from home, except for one trip to Aberdeen. Mr. Evans, who spent 60 years working as a miner in South Wales, almost made the journey to London once before, at the turn of the century. "There was a trip to the White City but it was ten shillings (1 shilling =" 1/20" pound) return from Swansea—too much I thought. All my money went to the family then." he said.

During the next two days Mr. Evans will be taken on a whistle-stop tour of London to see the sights. Top of his list is a visit to the Houses of Parliament(国会).

The only arrangement he does not care for is the wheelchair provided to move him about if he gets tired. "I don't like the chair business--people will think I am getting old," he said.

His secret for a long and healthy life has been well publicized--no alcohol, no cigarette and no anger. Before setting off from Swansea with his 76-year-old son, Amwel, he quipped," I'm glad to see they've given me a return ticket. "

1.It was reported that Mr. Evans's healthy long life was to a certain extent due to his ______.

2. Which of the following statements is true?

3.The word "quip" in the last sentence most probably means _______.

4.What might be the best title for this passage?

London is one of the most popular sites in the world for tourists to visit. If you are planning a trip to London in the future, you’re lucky. There are a variety of attractions for you to enjoy.

One of the most popular tourist attractions in London is the Tower of London. Founded more than 900 years ago, the Tower of London is one of the world’s most famous towers and has changer a lot. Here, you can also find the seven raven（乌鸦）which live in the Tower. There is a story that says：If there are no ravens in the Tower, the Tower and the kingdom will fall. There are also lots of tours, exhibits and special events that you can enjoy throughout the year.

Another popular place to visit is Westminster Abbey. It was set up in 1065 by Edward the Confessor. Visitors to Westminster Abbey can enjoy its beautiful special Gothic architecture（哥特式建筑）. There are also lots of memorials of Kings and Queens to enjoy. Excellent transportation is available here by bus or tube from many locations in London.

Buckingham Palace is another place with a rich history to discover. It’s the official London residence（住处） of Queen Elizabeth II. During August and September, you can visit the State Rooms and see the Changing of the Guards. The Queen’s Gallery is opened to the public daily. Checking the official timetable before you make sure to visit the Palace is a must, because it is not open year round.

If you’re expecting to enjoy one of London’s most beautiful landscapes, Hyde Park is the place for you. There are many activities available here to enjoy, including guided walking tours, swimming, tennis, and horse riding. In addition, many concerts are performed in Hyde Park. There’s also a playground available for the kids.

Tourist attractions in London

第二节 完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，共30分）

阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。

London taxi drivers know the capital like the back of their hands. Just  36  into one of the city’s 22,000 distinctive (有特色的)shaped cars and tell the driver your  37 . No matter how small and obscure (模糊的) the street is,  38  will be able to get you there without any  39 .

The reason London taxi drivers are so  40  is that they have all gone through a very rough training period known as “the knowledge” to get the special license （许可证） 41  to drive taxis. During this period,  42  can take from two to four years, the would-be taxi driver  43  learn the most  44  route to every single road and to every important building in London. To  45  this, most learners go around the city  46  small motorbikes, practicing how to move to and from different points of the city.

Going around London on a small motorbike can have its problems, particularly during the winter. Collin Sinclair, 40, who has been a taxi driver for 15 years, described his  47  period as a time of  48 , sweat and tears. “There was thick snow everywhere and I had to  49  my mother’s tights (紧身裤) because I was so cold,” he said.

Learner taxi drivers  50  several times during their training period  51  government officers. Sinclair thought his exams were a nerve-racking (伤脑筋的) experience. “The officers  52  you, ‘How do you get from Buckingham Palace to the Tower of London?’ and you have to take them there in a very direct line. When you get to the Tower, they  53  say, ‘Well done.’ They will quickly  54  the next question. After five or six questions, they’ll just say, ‘See you in two months time,’ and  55  you know the exam is over.”

36.A. jump         B. take      C. insert             D. sit

37.A. name         B. address     C. destination          D. place

38.A. a driver         B. the driver   C. and the driver     D. drivers

39.A. question       B. hesitation  C. puzzle            D. trouble

40.A. kind               B. efficient   C. gentle            D. sensitive

41.A. made             B. taken          C. needed          D. suited

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

43.A. has to            B. wants to    C. must               D. need

44.A. easy               B. fast        C. good               D. direct

45.A. achieve         B. admit         C. know              D. find

46.A. ride                  B. by           C. take          D. on

47.A. driving           B. training      C. parking          D. working

48.A. hope         B. convenienceC. flood               D. blood

49.A. dress             B. put on        C. wear               D. dress in

50.A. are taught     B. are tested          C. are fed up           D. are tired

51.A. with              B. as         C. for              D. by

52.A. ask                 B. tell         C. order              D. teach

53.A. will                 B. used to     C. won’t             D. would

54.A. move on to    B. rely on        C. stand by        D. fill out

55.A. when             B. what           C. then                    D. that

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信息，并按照要求匹配信息。(E填涂AB，F填涂AC)

A. Pacha London                   www.pachalondon.com

The world’s most historic club is set in a building of the 1920s beautifully decorated in its original oak paneling and features an impressive glass ceiling. You can enjoy beauty, style and elegance when clubbing at London’s most historic night club Pacha and appreciate works of some famous musicians.

B. Amika London               www.amikalondon.com

Amika plays host to the new super elite(精英) who are seeking the latest fashion trends. A unique playground designed for fun. It is the final destination for major players and glitterati(上层人士) alike. It features table reservations & bookings, events and corporate bookings.

C. SeOne Club London          www.seonelondon.com

SeOne is one of London’s largest music clubs. Situated in the north of London, SeOn e consists of five rooms. It can be broken down into smaller spaces and can be used for parties as small as 100 people. SeOne Club has attracted all kinds of promoters and event organizers, from corporate giants to dance promoters.

D. Koko Club                  www.koko.uk.com

Situated at 1A Camden High Street, Central London, Koko Club represents a versatile(多功能的), 21st-century club. It’s very adaptable so it can be used for anything---from small comedy to international music awards. A must visit!

E. Bar Rumba                 www.barrumba.co.uk

Located in London’s west end, Bar Rumba is one of London’s leading late night clubs. Playing funk, jazz, Afro-beat, Latin, Cuban, salsa, drum & bass, break beat. It has an amazing sound system for dance music. Every night it delivers a different beat---from hip hop to Latin dance, from grime to jazz.

F. Club Colosseum              www.clubcolosseum.com

Situated in 1 Nine Elms Lane. Vauxall, London, Club Colosseum won the world’s best club award in 1999. Now it features a new VIP room, a spectacular riverside bar with a view all over London & the River Thames.

下面是几位人员的情况简介，请匹配他们感兴趣的休闲场所。

1.Michael is a great painter and has just moved to London from America. On his arrival, Michael was struck by the beautiful Thames. He dreams of going to a famous night club where he can easily appreciate the unique view of the river.

2.Nancy comes from Japan and wants to go to a world-famous night club with a long history to help her know more about the British culture. Besides, Nancy likes to listen to great musical masterpieces.

3. Laura is crazy about dancing and enjoys different dances with fascinating dance music. Now she is in search of a night club that can offer her quality dance diversity.

4. Lily would like to celebrate her eighteenth birthday at a proper night club next week. She intends to invite over a hundred friends and relatives to her birthday party, most of whom are working in northern London and are true music lovers.

5. Harry is the general manager of a large company in London and he would like to go to a night club which is fashionable. What’s more, it should be suitable for someone of his status.