MP4 is the short name for a special video format called MPEG-4. The format can compress large video content into a relatively small document while keeping its quality.

　　 They named it MP4 mainly because it was regarded as an update from MP3. MP3 only compresses audio documents.

　　 After MP3 players became popular, some technology companies started thinking about making videos that fit into people's pockets. In fact; most PDAs and some hand-held mobile phones already have video function.

　　 Since then, manufacturers worldwide have joined in the rush. Among them are big companies like Sony, Microsoft and Apple, although they don't call their products MP4 players.

　　 Sony called its product with video function the PMP (Portable Media Player). Microsoft prefers PMC (Personal Media Centre), while some others call the gadgets PVPs (Personal Video Player).

　　 But, basically, these products all have the same core function--playing video content.

　　 An MP4 player is not just an MP3 player with an extra video function.

　　 In fact, MP4 players must be able to play, record, and transform large video content. That requires an overall change in both hardware and software. Storage must be enlarged, display strengthened, speakers powered, software upgraded, and appearance redesigned.

　　 Since video function enriched the players, other functions such as games, cameras can be added. Sony's PSP (Play Station Portable) was originally built for video games.

　　 In this case, PMP or PMC is more accurate a term than MP4.

1. Which of the following statements is FALSE?

A. MP4 can compress large video content into a relatively small document while keeping its quality.

　 B. Every product with video function launched by big companies is called MP4.

C. They named it MP4 mainly because it was regarded as an update from MP3

　 D. PMP or PMC has more functions besides video function.

2 What does the last sentence in-the passage mean?

A. PMP or PMC is not called MP4 players because they can not play video content.

B. PMP or PMC is not called MP4 players because they have the same core function—playing audio content.

C. PMP or PMC is not called MP4 players because they have other function besides playing video content.

D. PMP or PMC is not called MP4 players because the manufacturers regard them as outdated products.

3 The passage tells us what MP4 players are except that ________.

　 A. MP4 must be able to play, record and transform large video content.

　 B. MP4 must have more space to store documents.

　 C. Software has to be required to be changed instead of hardware.

　 D. Display of MP4 is better than that of MP3.

4. What's the main idea of the passage?

A. MP4s Update MP3s　　　　　　　　　 B. What're PMP and PMC?

　 C. MP3 Is Outdated　　　　　　　　　　 　 D. MP4's Coming Out

5.Which of the following is not mentioned?

A. MP4s have more functions than Mp3s

B. MP4 players can play, record, and transform large video content.

C. You can use PMP or PMC to play games and take photos

D.Mp4s sell better than MP3s.

Were you born in the 1990s? Do you think you are different from older generations? As there has been considerable discussion about “the post­1990s” in newspapers and on the Internet recently, people including the group themselves, have begun to look at some things that help shape their culture. Do you find them true?
1. Jay Chou　He is not handsome. When he hums no one can understand him. But the 28­year­old Taiwan singer has stolen the hearts of many boys and girls who  were born in the 1990s. They are crazy about him. Huang Kaiqin, a 16­year­old Shanghai student, said，“I love him! I love everything from his lyrics to his melody(旋律), and to his attitude toward the life. ”
2. PSP　Its full name is Play­ Station Portable and it's a Sony product for game fans. Teens love it because PSP is better than the Game Boy in terms of pictures, controls and choices of games. With a PSP you can also play MP3 or MP4, watch movies and so on.
3. Naruto　Among all the popular cartoons and comic books, the Japanese manga series has been this generation's favorite read. Naruto, who was orphaned at birth, grows from being a naughty boy to a powerful ninja (日本武士). Naruto teaches readers that honor is very important and not to give up, even if something is hard to achieve.
4. iPods　MP3s are not in any way, shape or form. But the iPod is amazing because it is a complete library of music in your hand. Post­90s are always excited about the latest product.
5. Tuzki　Tuzki, the white and hairy baby rabbit, was not born until January this year. But Tuzki's popularity has been spreading quickly among post­90s who like QQ and MSN. Wang Lin, a college student, created the cool little rabbit.
6. Chat lingo　On the Internet, the chat lingo is cool and convenient. But one day, teachers notice a new generation of errors entering their students' essays.  Words such as “3Q”，“ORZ” and “b4” confuse adults but are part of teens' everyday lives.
【小题1】Which of the following is WRONG?