阅读下列短文，从所给的四个选项中，选出最佳答案。

    What are some of the steps a person can take to prevent his house　　 from being burglarized (盗窃) while he is away? One step is to make　　 sure that the house has a lived-in lock. Living-room curtains should　　 be pulled down only half way. Bedrooms that usually have the curtains　　 pulled down at night should be left down. Another is to make sure that　　 outside locks are the dead-bolt type (双保险). Still another is　　 to leave several 100w lights burning and make sure that one is in the　　 kitchen. Lights that turn on and off by themselves are the best. Then,　　 too, it is a good idea to leave the radio turned on and set to a　　 talking station. Any type of speaking makes a burglar (a thief) think　　 twice before trying to enter. Finally, while away on vacation, make　　 sure that nothing collects in the front or in back of the house.　　 Particularly, make certain that the newspaper is stopped and that a　　 trusted neighbor has been asked to pick up the mail (邮件). Burglars　　 are especially quick to notice piled-up newspapers and overfilled mail　　 boxes.

(1) Why did the writer begin this piece with a question? _______. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　   ［　　］ 　　　　 A. To have the reader guess the answer before reading 　　　　 B. To introduce the topic of the piece 　　　　 C. To catch the reader's attention 　　　　 D. Both B and C are correct 　　  

(2) What is the meaning of "lived-in" in this piece? _______. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　   ［　　］ 　　　　 A. worn out　　  B. lively and cheerful 　　　　 C. left empty　　D. now being used by people 　　  

(3) Which of the following does the writer advise people to do?  　　　　 ________.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 ［　　］ 　　　　 A. Pull the living-room curtains all the way at night 　　　　 B. Leave a guard dog tied up on watch 　　　　 C. Ask a neighbor to pick up the daily mail 　　　　 D. Make sure the newspaper is handed over every day 　　  

(4) The most important room to leave a light burning in is the  　　　　 _______.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　  ［　　］ 　　　　 A. bedroom　　B. study　　C. living-room　　D. kitchen 　　  

(5) Why is it a good idea to leave the radio turned on and set to 　　　　 a talking station? _______.　　　　　　　　　　   ［　　］ 　　　　 A. so one won't feel lonely or afraid 　　　　 B. So a burglar cannot be sure whether or not there is some  　　　　　　one in the house 　　　　 
　　　　 C. To keep well-informed about the presence of 
　　　　　　 thieves in the neighborhood 　　　　 
　　　　 D. Because music stations are too loud

 (北京市北大附中2007年5月高三最后适应测试A篇)

Americans are pound of their variety and individuality, yet they love and respect few things more than a uniform, whether it is the uniform of an elevator operator or the uniform of a five-star general．Why are uniforms so popular in the United States?

Among the arguments for uniforms, one of the first is that in the eyes of most people they look more professional than civilian（百姓的）clothes．People have become conditioned to expect superior quality from a man who wears a uniform．The television repairman who wears uniform tends to inspire more trust than one who appears in civilian clothes．Faith in the skill of a garage mechanic is increased by a uniform．What easier way is there for a nurse, a policeman, a barber, or a waiter to lose professional identity（身份）than to step out of uniform?

　　Uniforms also have many practical benefits．They save on other clothes．They save on laundry bills．They are tax-deductible（可减税的）．They are often more comfortable and more durable than civilian clothes.

　　Primary among the arguments against uniforms is their lack of variety and the consequent loss of individuality experienced by people who must wear them．Though there are many types of uniforms, the wearer of any particular type is generally stuck with it, without change, until retirement．When people look alike, they tend to think, speak, and act similarly, on the job at least.

　　Uniforms also give rise to some practical problems．Though they are long-lasting, often their initial expense is greater than the cost of civilian clothes．Some uniforms are also expensive to maintain, requiring professional dry cleaning rather than the home laundering possible with many types of civilian clothes.

56．It is surprising that Americans who worship variety and individuality _______.

　    A．still judge a man by his clothes

　    B．hold the uniform in such high regard

　    C．enjoy having a professional identity

　    D．will respect an elevator operator as much as a general in uniform

57．People are accustomed to think that a man in uniform _______.

　    A．suggests quality work

　    B．discards his social identity

　    C．appears to be more practical

　    D．looks superior to a person in civilian clothes

58．The chief function of a uniform is to _______.

　    A．provide practical benefits to the wearer

　    B．make the wearer catch the public eye

C．inspire the wearer’s confidence in himself

　    D．provide the wearer with a professional identity

59．According to the passage, people wearing uniforms _______.

　    A．are usually helpful

　    B．have little or no individual freedom

　    C．tend to lose their individuality

　    D．enjoy greater popularity

60．The best title for this passage would be _______.

　    A．Uniforms and Society

　    B．The Importance of Wearing a Uniform

　    C．Practical Benefits of Wearing a Uniform

　    D．Advantages and Disadvantages of Uniforms

阅读下列应用文及相关信息，并按照要求匹配信息，并将答案写到二卷答题纸上。

A

“Just do it!”— this slogan (口号) speaks out to teens. It tells them to do something, but only if they think it’s worth it. And if so, why not do it wearing Nike?

B

“Always coca-cola.”— Coke’s slogans change every few years, but this one has enjoyed a lasting popularity because it shows the brand’s spirit. It seems to say “coke is the only drink there is; there are no other forms of drink.”

C

“Share moments, share life.”— This slogan from Kodak connects photos and beauty. It asks people to remember the happy moments in life by taking photos of them — using Kodak film of course!

D

On hearing the slogan “Make yourself heard”, you will know there is Ericsson product for you to call anyone.

E

One toothpaste ad says “bright-teeth fights bad breath!” The advertisers want you to read the word “fight” and think that the toothpaste cures bad breath.

请阅读以下购买者的信息，然后匹配购买者和他/她拟购买产品的广告：

1. Jack passed the entrance exam and was admitted to a famous university. These days, his father is looking for a mobile phone for him so as to keep in touch with each other closely.

2. Tom was a senior middle school student. He likes sports very much and plays football every afternoon. But after class this afternoon he has to buy a pair of shoes because his shoes have been worn out.

3. There’s a party this evening — for Mary’s 15th birthday. Her family are making preparations for it. Her brother’s job is to buy some drink.

4. Joan doesn’t want to forget the past, especially the happy moments.

5. Alice is afraid of opening her mouth, because a bad smell will come out, which makes her feel embarrassed when talking with others. So she needs something which can remove the smell no matter how much it is.

1._______ 2.______ 3.＿＿＿　4.______　5. _________

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四、书面表达（满分25分）

近年来全球许多国家对公共场所吸烟限制越来越严；从2007年1月1日起，我国香港地区室内全面禁烟。针对这个问题，你班同学组织一场辩论会，请你根据下表内容，以“Ban Smoking in Pubic Places?”为题，写一篇短文，介绍双方的不同观点。

注意：1、词数：120左右；　2、题目和开头已给出，不计入总词数。