The South China tiger could become extinct within 30 to 50 years if it does not receive protection. There are only 20 to 30 South China tigers in their earliest natural places, with Guangdong Province having only five left because forests are being destroyed as a result of rapid industrial growth.

The South China tiger can live 20 to 25 years, but the survival rate for the young is becoming lower as a result of rapid growth in industry and tourism. Even with hard work, it is hoped that the number of South China tigers can only reach 150 to 180 in the coming century.

68. The underlined word “extinct ” means ______.

  A. different       B. seriously ill      C. no longer exist     D. frightening

69. The best title for this news could be ______.

  A. The Life Span of the South China Tiger   

B. The Coming Century for the South China Tiger

C. Chinese Scientists Call SOS for South China Tigers

D. Industrial Growth—The Enemy of South China Tiger

 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. Shakespeare’s 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

       Having drunk too much, Alfred was now driving his car along the country road at the top speed, when an old man walked across the road. Unluckily, the car ran into him and Alfred was filled with fear. But after looking around and thinking there was not a single person who saw the accident, Alfred drove away without picking up the old man to the hospital. The old man was not a fool. He looked up and kept Alfred’s car number in mind. About one month later, they both went to the court. Alfred’s lawyer said, “Alfred is an experienced driver of more than twenty years.”

   “If experience can hold water here,” the old man’s lawyer said, “the old man has been walking for over sixty years safely.”

74. From the story we can know that Alfred was ______.

  A. dishonest      B. foolish     C. smart     C. honest

75. The expression “hold water” in the last paragraph means ______.

  A. carry water     B. be reasonable    C. have good luck   D. get back what is lost

第二节：任务型阅读：

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.

第II卷

第一节:单词拼写(共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分)

根据下列句子及所给单词的首字母，写出单词的正确形式（每空限写一词）。

1. They are to put on an e_____________ of French paintings in the Oriental Hall next week.

2. My father used to smoke a lot but he has q___________ smoking since last year.

3. It is a_____________ true that the sun rises in the east.     

4. She has received formal keyboard training. C_____________, she can type much faster than I.

5. Can you t_____________ this English poem into Chinese?

6. The a___________ temperature in summer in Quzhou is about 20℃. 

7. The soldier was awarded a medal for his b____________ in the war.

8. The temperature is above n_____________ all over the world and it’s time we took measures.

9. Who is to b____________ for the fire in the kitchen?

10. I felt n___________ and uncertain because it was my first travel abroad.

第三节：书面表达（30分）

假设你是李华，你的朋友英语口语不好，他来信请你谈谈你的意见。你给他写一封回信。提出以下看法和建议：

1. 不要失去信心，不要怕讲错，不要怕别人嘲笑。

2. 在课内课外尽可能多地讲英语，熟能生巧。

3. 在课堂上要积极发言，争取讲英语的机会。如果讲错，老师会帮助他。

4. 你相信假如他坚持下去，一定能提高英语口语水平。

  注意： 词数100左右。

Dear John,

      Thank you for your letter.______________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________

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     Best wishes,

                                              Yours,

                                                     Li Hua

Zhou Yang of China won____women's 1500 meters short track speed skating gold medal at

________Vancouver Olympic Winter Games on Saturday.

The days are approaching________the World Expo 2010 will be held in Shanghai.

Next comes the question________you want to put in the box?

My brother doesn’t think this film is worth       again.

   A. see              B. to see            C. seeing            D. being seen