Shakespeare, more perhaps than any other writer, made full use of the greatest resources of the English language. Most of us use about five thousand words in our normal use of English; Shakespeare in his works used about twenty-five thousand words! There is probably no better way for a foreigner to appreciate the richness and variety of the English language than by studying the various ways in which Shakespeare uses it. Such a study is well worth the effort, even though some aspects of English usage, and the meaning of many words, have changed since Shakespeare’s day.

However, it is surprising that we should know comparatively little about the life of the greatest English writer. We know that Shakespeare was born in 1564 in Stratford-on-Avon, and that he died there in 1616. He almost certainly attended the Grammar School in the town, but of this we cannot be sure. We know he was married there in 1582 to Anne Hathaway and that he had three children. We know that he spent much of his life in London writing his great works. But this is almost all that we do know.

However, what is important about Shakespeare’s life is not its other less important details but its products, the plays and the poems. For many years scholars have been trying to add a few facts about Shakespeare’s life to the small number we already possess and for an equally long time critics (评论家) have been talking about the plays. Sometimes, indeed, it seems that the poetry of Shakespeare will disappear under the great mass of comment (评论) that has been written upon it.

Luckily this is not likely to happen. Shakespeares people have long delighted not just the English but lovers of literature everywhere, and will continue to do so after the scholars and critics and all their works have been forgotten.

70. According to the writer, which of the following remains uncertain about Shakespeare?

  A. His date of birth.                  B. His marriage.

  C. His life in the Grammar School.      D. His date of death.

71. It can be inferred from Para.3 that ______.

  A. not all the comments on Shakespeare’s works have produced good effects

  B. scholars have successfully collected facts about Shakespeare’s life

  C. critics are more interested in Shakespeare’s plays than his poetry

  D. the details of Shakespeare’s life are more important than his literary works

72. What does the last sentence in Para.3 mean?

  A. People don’t think the poetry of Shakespeare good any more.

  B. People pay more attention to the comment than the poetry of Shakespeare.

  C. People can’t see the poetry of Shakespeare any more.

  D. The comment is printed upon the poetry of Shakespeare.

73. “Shakespeare’s people” in Para.4 refers to _______.

  A. the characters in Shakespeare’s products

  B. the people whose native language is English

  C. the people living in Shakespeare’s day

  D. the readers of Shakespeare’s works

 

 

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阅读下列材料, 从所给的六个选项(A, B,C, D, E, F)中, 选出符合各个小题要求的最佳选项,选项中有一项是多余选项。

(   ) 76. Ray and three of his friends would like to spend a whole weekend driving around in nice scenery and enjoying some local food.

(   ) 77. Phil and Adam want to go on a comfortable trip which takes them quickly to an interesting city. Then they want to enjoy at least two days sightseeing.

(   ) 78. Mike, Kathy and their three children don’t have much money, but they want a special day out this Saturday. They must be back home at 7 p.m.

(   ) 79. Kirsten is a Dutch student who is studying in Scotland. She doesn’t drive, but wants a day trip to see some beautiful scenery and spend a little time by the sea.

(   ) 80. Clare and Robert want to enjoy some good food, but would also like to give their two young children a day to remember. They don’t mind if they spend a lot of money.

A

Marine Life, France

The chance to experience the oceans of the world. Children will love the observatory, with water all around them and big fish swimming above their heads! Afterwards you eat at a world-famous local restaurant before boarding the ferry at 9 p.m. Not cheap, but a great day out!

B

Amsterdam

Sail out in the evening and enjoy 12 hours in the Netherlands, returning the following night. After a good Dutch breakfast you travel by train directing to the heart of the wonderful city of Amsterdam. The sightseeing and the places to shop will make this a day to remember. Weekends only.

C

Ireland by Car

Once you arrive in Ireland you are quickly on beautiful country roads, with friendly villages where you can stop for a delicious bite to eat. The special price allows you to take up your car and up to five people away for 48 hours, and two nights’ hotel accommodation can be arranged for a little extra.

D

French Hypermarket Day Trip

Whether you want to buy or just look, you will love this tour. The large Darney shopping center is a shopper’s dream! You will find a great number of local goods on sale, and clothes and kitchen goods are of excellent value. Free children’s entertainment all day. Leaves at 10:00, back at 19:00.

E

Belgium by Hydrofoil

A four-day trip. From England you cross to Belgium in just 100 minutes by hydrofoil (水翼船)! You are served food and drinks during the crossing, then continue your journey to Brussels, or another beautiful city, on the fast Belgium railway network.

F

Northern Ireland

Explore the Northern Ireland countryside, including the amazing Mountains of Mourne and the small seaside holiday town of Newcastle. Their ferry leaves the port in Scotland at 7:30 and arrives back at 22:00. Transport in Northern Ireland is by air-conditioned bus.

 

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