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The royal family is a part of British history and cultural identity.
Up until the 17th century, people believed that the British king or queen had a “divine(天赐的)right” to rule. This was the idea that God chose the king or queen and that he or she was therefore above the law. However, this idea was challenged during the English Civil War, when King Charles the First was put in prison and then killed in 1649.
So what role does the British royal family have today?
The Queen is head of the UK and the Commonwealth. She has important formal duties that go with her different titles. As Head of State, for example, she represents the UK on visits abroad and invites other world leaders to visit the UK；as Head of the Armed Forces in name, only she can declare when the UK is at war or when a war is over. She has to sign many government and Commonwealth documents every day.
Although the royal family does the work for the UK, there are British people called“anti-monarchists(反君主制者)”who do not believe there should be a royal family. One criticism(批评意见)is that the British people should not have to pay for the royal family with their taxes(税).
Today, the royal family works hard to be relevant(相关的)in the modern world. The Queen still gives a speech to the nation on television at Christmas, but it gets less and less formal every year；now it is even available as a podcast(播客).
In 2005, after graduating from university, Prince William spent time teaching English in Uruguay, the sort of work many ordinary young British people do in their gap years.
1.What can be concluded from the first two paragraphs?
A．The British king or queen is considered above the law.
B．The English Revolution put an end to the British royal family in 1649.
C．The British king or queen is no longer believed to rule by divine right.
D．The royal family didn’t play an important role in Britain in the 17 th century.
2.Which of the following is among the formal duties of the Queen?
A．Traveling around the UK.
B．Declaring when the world is at war.
C．Inviting other leaders to have dinner with her.
D．Signing Commonwealth documents every day.
3.With the example of Prince William in the last paragraph, the author intends to show that .
A．Prince William is very popular in the UK
B．the royal family is trying to connect better with ordinary people
C．Prince William has made an effort to win young people’s admiration
D．many young British people do voluntary work
4.It can be inferred from the passage that ___________.
A．the royal family doesn’t have to pay taxes
B．the British people are all in favor of the royal family
C．the British people can talk to the Queen through a podcast
D．the royal family attacks republicans through media and press
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The royal family is a part of British history and cultural identity.
Up until the 17th century, people believed that the British king or queen had a “divine(天赐的)right” to rule. This was the idea that God chose the king or queen and that he or she was therefore above the law. However, this idea was challenged during the English Civil War, when King Charles the First was put in prison and then killed in 1649.
So what role does the British royal family have today?
The Queen is head of the UK and the Commonwealth. She has important formal duties that go with her different titles. As Head of State, for example, she represents the UK on visits abroad and invites other world leaders to visit the UK；as Head of the Armed Forces in name, only she can declare when the UK is at war or when a war is over. She has to sign many government and Commonwealth documents every day.
Although the royal family does the work for the UK, there are British people called“anti-monarchists(反君主制者)”who do not believe there should be a royal family. One criticism(批评意见)is that the British people should not have to pay for the royal family with their taxes(税).
Today, the royal family works hard to be relevant(相关的)in the modern world. The Queen still gives a speech to the nation on television at Christmas, but it gets less and less formal every year；now it is even available as a podcast(播客).
In 2005, after graduating from university, Prince William spent time teaching English in Uruguay, the sort of work many ordinary young British people do in their gap years.
【小题1】What can be concluded from the first two paragraphs?
| A．The British king or queen is considered above the law. |
| B．The English Revolution put an end to the British royal family in 1649. |
| C．The British king or queen is no longer believed to rule by divine right. |
| D．The royal family didn’t play an important role in Britain in the 17 th century. |
| A．Traveling around the UK. |
| B．Declaring when the world is at war. |
| C．Inviting other leaders to have dinner with her. |
| D．Signing Commonwealth documents every day. |
| A．Prince William is very popular in the UK |
| B．the royal family is trying to connect better with ordinary people |
| C．Prince William has made an effort to win young people’s admiration |
| D．many young British people do voluntary work |
| A．the royal family doesn’t have to pay taxes |
| B．the British people are all in favor of the royal family |
| C．the British people can talk to the Queen through a podcast |
| D．the royal family attacks republicans through media and press |
HOLIDAY HOMES IN MALLORCA
Sailing and fishing in summer season. Beautifully situated houses with sights of sea and mountains, yet near to shops and restaurants. Cars and bicycles for hire. Sailing and sports clubs nearby.
ITALY IN COMFORT
Coach trips of Italy with 21 days to visit five Italian cities. Start from London 1st May, 1st September. The trips are guided by Professor Martin Davis, head of Italian Studies, London University. See the arts and culture of historic Italy.
KIBBUTZ HOLIDAYS IN ISRAEL
Working holidays on a kibbutz (co-operative farm)in Israel. All nationalities welcome for one to three months, if prepared to work with kibbutz members. Rooms, food and trips to historic sights all provided free—you pay only for the special low-cost return flight.
TWO WEEKS ON A CARIBBEAN ISLAND
Two-week holidays in the Hotel Splendid, on a lovely beach with golden sands, warm sunshine and deep-blue sea. Tennis, golf, sailing and all water sports, trips around the island. Near to town of Castries with lively evening entertainment—dancing.
1 st November—31 st March £720 per person
1 st April—30 th October £850 per person
Jack and his wife Mary, who have recently retired, want to see places of cultural and historic interest abroad, but Mary hates flying.
Peter and Maria, university students, want to travel as far as possible on little money, and would like to get to know a country by working there for three months with other young people.
Michael, a young computer programmer, has been working hard and needs a holiday to relax in winter. He would like to go somewhere warmer and sunny, where he can swim in the sea, and he enjoys sports and dancing.
1. The best holiday for Jack and Mary would be_________ .
A. the 21-day coach trip of Italy
B. the 2- week stay in the Hotel Splendid
C. the 14-day trip around a Caribbean island
D. 1-3months’ holidays on a kibbutz in Israel
2.The most suitable place where Peter and Maria can enjoy their holiday would be_____.
A. an Italian city B. a kibbutz in Israel
C. a Caribbean island D. a port in Mallorca
3.Michael would most probably go to ________ for his holiday.
A. Italy B. Israel C. Mallorca D. a Caribbean island
4.Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE ?
A. In Italy, one can travel with a guide.
B. In Israel, one can work with others.
C. In Caribbean, one needs to pay £720 in summer.
D. In Mallorca , one can hire a car for sightseeing.
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Calendar of Events
WHAT’S GOING ON IN YOUR NEIGUHBORHOOD & LOCAL AREAS
Spring Wildflowers Around Unicol
The wildflower program will begin with a slide （幻灯片） show and lecture on Wildflowers. There will be organized wildflower walks that will help both the novice （初次的） and experienced wildflower enthusiast to better appreciate the colorful and fascinating world of mountain wildflowers. Preregistration （预先登记） is required. 706 – 878 – 3983 $2 parking. 1788 GA Hwy. 356, Helen, GA, 706-878-3983, Toll Free: 800-573-9659, www. gas - tateparks.com. Directions: GA Hwy. 356
Wings of Flight
Programs on birds, bats, butterflies included activities, educational discussions, crafts and more. Program fees may be required for some activities. $2 Park Pass. Please call 1-800-573-9656 for additional info. 418 Amicalola Falls Lodge Road, Dawsonville, GA, 706-265-8888, Toll Free: 800 –573-9656. www. gastateparks.org. Directions: GA Hwy. 52 from Dawsonville
3 rd ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT
The Chestatee Wildife Preserve, located in Dahlonega, Georgia presents their 3 rd ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT. Fun and prizes for children ages 1 – 12. Admission is adults $ 10.00, children $ 5.00. April 12 th at 2:00 p.m.
The preserve houses （收容） a variety of over 100 different species of animals. Among the residents are Bengal and Siberian tigers, African and Barbary lions, chimpanzees, wallabies, kangaroos, wolves, fox, buffalo, white tigers, elk, peacocks and the list goes on.
Chestatee Wildlife is open 7 days a week from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Call us at 706-864-9411.
Directions: 400 North to end. Continue on Long branch Rd., 5 miles to Hwy. 52. turn right and follow 1 mile. Turn right on Old Dahlonega Hwy. We are 1/2 mile on the left.
1．All of the following are included in the wildflower program EXCPET .
A．a slide show B．a discussion
C．mountain flowers D．organized tours
2．To take part in some activities of the programs on birds, bats and butterflies, one has to pay .
A．$ 2 each B．certain fees C．less than $ 2 D．only $ 2
3．Children ages 1 – 12 may win prizes if they in the annual Easter Egg Hunt.
A．have fun B．hunt for eggs C．find eggs D．take part
4．By “the list goes on” it is meant that .
A．the animals mentioned in the list will continue to be on show
B．the list of the species housed by the Preserve live on
C．the list of the animals living in the Preserve is long
D．the preserved animals will continue to be listed
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WHAT’S GOING ON IN YOUR NEIGUHBORHOOD & LOCAL AREAS
Spring Wildflowers Around Unicol
The wildflower program will begin with a slide (幻灯片) show and lecture on Wildflowers. There will be organized wildflower walks that will help both the novice (初次的) and experienced wildflower enthusiast to better appreciate the colorful and fascinating world of mountain wildflowers. Preregistration (预先登记) is required. 706 878 3983 $2 parking.
Wings of Flight
Programs on birds, bats, butterflies included activities, educational discussions, crafts and more. Program fees may be required for some activities. $2
3 rd ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT
The Chestatee Wildife Preserve, located in
The preserve houses (收容) a variety of over 100 different species of animals. Among the residents are Bengal and Siberian tigers, African and Barbary lions, chimpanzees, wallabies, kangaroos, wolves, fox, buffalo, white tigers, elk, peacocks and the list goes on.
Chestatee Wildlife is open 7 days a week from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Call us at 706-864-9411.
Directions: 400 North to end. Continue on
64．All of the following are included in the wildflower program EXCPET .
A．a slide show B．a discussion
C．mountain flowers D．organized tours
65．To take part in some activities of the programs on birds, bats and butterflies, one has to pay .
A．$ 2 each B．certain fees C．less than $ 2 D．only $ 2
66．Children ages 1 12 may win prizes if they in the annual Easter Egg Hunt.
A．have fun B．hunt for eggs C．find eggs D．take part
67．By “the list goes on” it is meant that .
A．the animals mentioned in the list will continue to be on show
B．the list of the species housed by the Preserve live on
C．the list of the animals living in the Preserve is long
D．the preserved animals will continue to be listed
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