The energy which the sun radiates(辐射) goes in every direction. But only a minute part of it falls on the earth. Even so, it radiates power of about 5,000,000 horsepower per square mile per day. The sun gives us as much energy every minute as mankind uses in a year. At present, we use this energy indirectly, and it is our final source of power.

Coal(煤) represents the chemical action of the sun on green plants thousands of years ago. Water power results from the rain formed by vapor when water changes into gas under the sunshine. Even windmills(风车磨坊) operate because of air current(流) starts moving by the different heating effects of the sun in different places.

Someday, through chemistry or some types of solar engine, we should use this great source of energy more directly. Already a scientist has worked out an engine, surprisingly doing well, in which the sun’s rays are concentrated through mirrors on water to create steam.

1.What do the underlined words “a minute” mean in this passage?

A.一分钟 B.一点点 C.片刻 D.一份笔记

2.How much energy does the sun radiate every ten square miles per day?

A.About 5,000,000 horsepower B.About 208,333 horsepower

C.About 100,000,000 horsepower D.About 50,000,000 horsepower

3.Which of the following statement is not true, according to the passage?

A.Even windmills turn because of the sun.

B.The sun produces enormous energy for man to make use of.

C.Someday man will be able to use 100% of the solar energy that gets to the earth.

D.The sun produces different heating effects in different places.

4.This passage is mainly about _______.

A.water power B.our final source of power

C.how water power is produced D.the amount of solar energy that can be used

任务型阅读

In 1995,the UNESCO's General Conference held in Paris designated the World Book Day on April 23 to say thanks to books and writers worldwide and to invite everyone to be a lifelong reader. The following reading list consists of 4 books,3 in English and the others in Chinese,about China and Chinese culture.

1.Insights into Chinese Culture(《中国文化读本》)

As an overview of Chinese culture,this book shows many ways of Chinese culture. They include Chinese customs,scenic spots,science and technology,folk art,literature and international cultural exchanges. Many people consider it as a perfect start for anyone who wants to learn about China.

2.Quotations from Confucius(《孔子语录》)

This book keeps most of the words and thoughts from Confucius,who is the greatest educator and thinker in history. People around the world think Confucius' teaching ideas and philosophy are still working in today's education.

3.Chinese Folk Art series(《中国民间艺术》系列读本)

Published by Shanghai People's Fine Arts Publishing House,each book focuses on one folk art,such as paper?cutting,clothing and Chinese New Year pictures. Readers can enjoy the beautiful photos while learning the history and development of each art.

4.Chinese Characters(《中国汉字》)

This book offers us a main introduction about the wonderful culture of Chinese characters. Learning the most difficult language in the world can be very interesting with enough examples.

阅读以上信息,用恰当的单词完成下面的短文,每空一词。

Four books about China and Chinese culture

The World Book Day is designated to invite everyone to be a lifelong reader. The following reading list includes 1. books. The first one is called Insights into Chinese Culture. It is 2. as a perfect start for those who want to learn about China. The second one is about 3.,the greatest educator and thinker in China's history. In Chinese Folk Art series,you can enjoy the beautiful 4. and learn the history and development of each art. The last one,Chinese Characters,5. us with a main introduction about the wonderful culture of Chinese characters.

完型填空(本题有15小题,

阅读下面短文,掌握大意,然后从A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。

Father came to Jack’s bed and sat down beside him. “____kind of day did you have?”

“ It was a____day for me,” Jack answered. “ I had a fight打架____.Tom. The teacher____a note home about me. And I talked back to mother.”

“ Yes, part of the day was bad,” Mr Brown said. “but tell me about the____thing today.”

Jim smiled. “ After school I went____alone,” he said. “ I didn’t think I would have any pleasure 乐趣. But I did. I____a fish!”

“I’m glad you____a good time,” Mr Brown said. “ Think about it____you go to sleep. Now I’m going to_____the light. Happy dreams.”

Every night, Jack answers the____question. “ What was the best thing that happened to you today?” Every night____going to sleep, Jack thinks about the best thing. Of course he has many happy____.

Sometimes he has to think____to find the best thing. Sometimes it is a very small thing____he always finds out a good thing to think about. This is a good way Jack’s father has taught to end his day.

1.A.What B.When C.Where D.Why

2.A.nice B.good C.great D.bad

3.A.in B.with C.from D.on

4.A.gave B.bought C.sent D.spent

5.A.good B.best C.better D.bad

6.A.fishing B.swimming C.shopping D.skating

7.A.found B.killed C.bought D.caught

8.A.had B.have C.enjoy D.enjoyed

9.A.when B.before C.after D.if

10.A.turn up B.turn down C.turn on D.turn off

11.A.easy B.difficult C.same D.different

12.A.after B.during C.when D.before

13.A.dreams B.stories C.lessons D.films

14.A.quickly B.hard C.slowly D.carelessly

15.A.But B.So C.And D.Or

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