Help is needed for families _________ homes were destroyed during the earthquake

1. A.
   which
2. B.
   when
3. C.
   whose
4. D.
   where

—It’s really a surprise th at the manager should have no idea about the plan.
—Of course he doesn’t, for the plan was made in his          

1. A.
   shortage
2. B.
   analysis
3. C.
   absence
4. D.
   presence

It’s ______ difficult to draw the boy’s attention to his lesson

1. A.
   so far
2. B.
   too far
3. C.
   far from
4. D.
   far too

—Does _____please you to give gifts to others?
—Sure．

1. A.
   it
2. B.
   that
3. C.
   one
4. D.
   he

What a pity! All his property, the books, the pictures and the house, __________consumed by the big fire

1. A.
   were
2. B.
   was
3. C.
   had been
4. D.
   have been

China is a land of bicycles. At least it was back in 1992 when I traveled the country. Back then everyone seemed to be riding a bicycle. Millions of them, all black. Cars were rare. Yet since my arrival in Beijing last year, I’ve found the opposite is true. There are millions of cars. However, people still use their bicycles to get around. For many, it’s the easiest and cheapest way to travel today. Bicycles also come in different colors---sivler, green, red, blue, yellow, whatever you want.
It’s fun watching people biking. They rush quickly through crossroads, move skillfully through traffic, and ride even on sidewalks(人行道). Bicycles allow people the freedom to move about that cars just can’t provide.
Eager to be part of this aspect of Chinese culture, I decided to buy a bicycle. Great weather accompanied my great buy. I immediately jumped up on my bicycle seat and started home.
My first ride home was orderly (守秩序的). To be safe, I stayed with a “pack” of bikers while cars on the streets came running swiftly out of nowhere at times. I didn’t want to get hit. So I took the ride carefully.
Crossing the streets was the biggest problem. It was a lot like crossing a major highway back in the United States. The streets here were wide, so crossing took time, skill and a little bit of luck.
I finally made it home. The feeling on the bicycle was amazing. The air hitting my face and going through my hair was wonderful. I was sitting on top of the world as I passed by places and people. Biking made me feel alive

1.According to the author, why are bicycles still popular in China today?

1. A.
   Because they are traditional and safe
2. B.
   Because they are convenient and inexpensive
3. C.
   Because they are colorful and available
4. D.
   Because they are fast and environment friendly

2.The author decided to buy a bicycle because he intended ______________

1. A.
   to ride it for fun
2. B.
   to use it for transport
3. C.
   to experience local skills
4. D.
   to improve his riding skills

3.How did the author feel about his street crossing?

1. A.
   It was boring
2. B.
   It was difficult
3. C.
   It was lively
4. D.
   It was wonderful

4.Which of the following best describes the author’s biking experience?

1. A.
   The author enjoyed showing off his biking skills
2. B.
   The author was annoyed by the air while riding
3. C.
   The author was praised by the other bikers
4. D.
   The author took great pleasure in biking

In that school, English is compulsory for all students, but French and Russian are___

1. A.
   special
2. B.
   regional
3. C.
   optional
4. D.
   original

It is not immediately clear              the financial crisis will soon be over

1. A.
   that
2. B.
   what
3. C.
   when
4. D.
   whether

—You forgot your purse when you went out.
—Good heavens, ________

1. A.
   so did I
2. B.
   so I did
3. C.
   I did so
4. D.
   I so did

—Do you know _______ they got to know each other?
—It was last year_______ they both taught Chinese in Scotland

1. A.
   When it was that, when
2. B.
   when it was that, while
3. C.
   When it was that, that
4. D.
   When it was that, as