Where should an adventurous tourist go? After you've done sightseeing in London, shopping in New York, enjoyed the local food in Paris, and danced to your heart's content at the Brazilian carnival, where else can you go? What attractive tourist destination awaits you?
Well, Antarctica sounds like the holiday of a lifetime! It's considered the last great wilderness on Earth. Just a few scientists in research stations share the icy landscape with penguins and other animals which can struggle with the low temperatures.
Tourism began in Antarctica in the 1950s and it's still small part. About 37,000 tourists are expected there this season, but many won't even leave the boat.
The BBC’s Juliet Rix visited the frozen continent and asked herself if she should be there at all, causing potential problems to such a sensitive environment. Her tour guide admitted that all visitors leave a footprint and they all go to the same places, the accessible coastline, which is also where the penguins and seals go to raise.
But some people believe that if carefully controlled, tourism can be good for Antarctica. It has no native population and it needs advocates. Visitors to the icy continent might be ready to support and even to fund its preservation. And they're likely to engage in the discussion about global warming, which has led to the melting of glaciers.
According to Rix, guidelines are followed when you're about to set foot in Antarctica and tourists have to disinfect their boots to make sure no alien species are introduced.
And once on land, there's no eating or smoking. Rocks, bone fragments—nothing should be taken as a souvenir and nothing should be left behind.
Tourists fortunate enough to visit the Antarctic must be aware that this is not their home and keep their fingers crossed that future generations will also be able to enjoy such breathtaking views.
1. What can we infer from the second paragraph?| A．The Antarctic has become the best place for people to travel. |
| B．Only scientists can be allowed to go to Antarctic. |
| C．Antarctic is less affected by human activities. |
| D．No animals can survive in Antarctic expect penguins. |
| A．whether tourists should go to Antarctic or not should be considered carefully |
| B．governments should take measures to stop tourists from going to Antarctic |
| C．the animals’ habitat in Antarctic has been seriously affected by tourism |
| D．only journalists begin to pay attention to the environmental protection in Antarctic |
| A．Clean. | B．Move. |
| C．Remove. | D．Change. |
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【推荐1】Paris is one of the most-visited destinations in the world. A relaxing trip to Paris takes a little bit of planning. Here are some tips for you to make your trip smooth.
Planning your trip
Have a passport for international travel. A passport costs $110 and takes 6-8weeks to arrive after you apply.
Booking Flights
The cheapest month to fly is March, especially if you can leave on a Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday. You’ll save even more money by booking around 90 days in advance. In the summer months, tickets will be more expensive no matter when you book.
Enjoying Your Time
●Visit the Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower is the most recognizable symbol of Paris. To avoid the crowds, go to the Eiffel Tower early in the morning. It costs €25 to go to the top, or €10 to climb to the first 2 levels on foot.
● See the Notre Dame Cathedral
At present, the Notre Dame Cathedral is closed to tourists due to the fire that destroyed parts of the cathedral. However, you can still visit the outside of the cathedral.
● Go to the Louvre to see world-famous art
The Louvre hosts the Mona Lisa along with 35, 000 other pieces of art. If you’re pressed for time, visit the highlights. The Louvre costs €15 at the museum or €17 in advance (to skip most of the line).
● Take a day trip to Versailles
If you have a day to spare, head to the palace of Versailles, around 14 miles southwest of the city. Take a tour to see King Louis XVI’s palace and gardens. It costs €20 to visit the palace and grounds.
1. When can we book plane tickets to save the most money?| A．In March. | B．In June. |
| C．In August. | D．In December. |
| A．You can climb to the top of the Eiffel Tower free of charge. |
| B．Visitors can pay an extra to save the queue time in visiting the Louvre. |
| C．The Notre Dame Cathedral was completely destroyed in a fire. |
| D．Visiting the palace of Versailles is the most expensive among the four attractions. |
| A．A travel brochure | B．A course plan. |
| C．A research paper. | D．An encyclopedia. |
【推荐2】Camping with kids
The protected lands of the National Parks are some of the most amazing destinations(目的地)to view nature. Here are some of the best national parks for kids.
Grand Canyon National Park
Grand Canyon National Park is a true must-see destination. During the summer months both the South and North Rim are open. The South Rim is busier, but the lodges(小屋)along this side are worth the time to explore. The North Rim offers some great backcountry(偏远地区)activities.
Mesa Verde National Park
Mesa Verde National Park is a great spot to enjoy some of Colorado's amazing archeological (考古的)sites. This park celebrates the history of the Pueblo people in the southwestern United States. Visitors will find over 4,000 archeological sites at Mesa Verde, including 600 cliff dwellings（悬崖屋）.
Grand Teton National Park
Grand Teton National Park is open all year round and offers a wide variety of activities for the whole family as well as summer classes for children. During the winter visitors can enjoy skiing and snowshoeing. In addition, for the most adventurous visitors, Grand Teton National Park has amazing backcountry camping and rock climbing.
Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park is an amazing destination for travel enthusiasts, especially rock climbers, and families alike. If you are looking for a less visited spot, Hetch Hetchy is a perfect destination.
1. What do we know about the South Rim?| A．It is closed in summer. |
| B．It is worthwhile to visit its lodges. |
| C．It attracts fewer visitors than the North Rim. |
| D．It offers more activities than the North rim. |
| A．Grand Canyon National Park. | B．Grand Teton National Park. |
| C．Mesa Verde National Park. | D．Yosemite National Park. |
| A．They have few activities in summer. | B．They are both crowded places. |
| C．They are suitable places for rock climbing. | D．They provide kids with summer classes. |
【推荐3】Where Is Spring Break
Where is Spring Break going to be？The options are endless. Do you want to get your blood pumping from thrilling travels？Look no further！These tours and destinations will keep you on your toes all week long.
Panama：This underrated destination is a littleknown secret of the most travelers! Through this tour you’ll get to hike，snorkel (浮潜) and explore all the best sights this beautiful country has to offer! Eight days tours for $250/day.
Canada：This diverse country is full of options. Explore the East of Canada and visit cities such as Montreal，Quebec or Toronto. If you’re feeling adventurous，explore the Western part of the country with a Canadian Rockies Tour. During this twelve days tour you will hike a glacier to beautiful scenery and wander through postcardworthy villages. Tours to Canada for $200/day.
Iceland：Check off one of the seven wonders of the world with a tour of the Northern Lights and Golden Circle. Spend seven days full of adventure like hiking glaciers，snowshoeing through Thingvellir National Park，relaxing in the Geysir Hot Springs and of course experiencing the glory of the Northern Lights! Seven days tours for $300/day.
South Africa：Discover the diverse culture and wildlife that makes up South Africa. Your tour plan includes a journey along the coast known as “Rainbow Nation”. Here you will enjoy beautiful scenery, a hunting travel through Addo Elephant National Park and the wildlife in Tsitsikarnma National Park. Nine days tours for $230/day.
1. What is the similar characteristic of the travels mentioned in the text?| A．Exciting. | B．Risky. |
| C．Educational. | D．Environmental. |
| A．is not famous to most travelers | B．you can go to for enjoying surfing |
| C．offers an option to hunt in the park | D．has diverse culture and wildlife |
| A．Panama. | B．Canada. |
| C．Iceland. | D．South Africa. |
【推荐1】Directions: Read the following passage. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.
Recently, in the quest for a selfie(自拍), a woman climbed over the concrete barrier of a Jaguar(美洲虎) enclosure at Wildlife World Zoo, Arizona. The jaguar ripped into her arm. Bystanders pulled her away before the animal could injure her further. She's fine-so is the jaguar.
This isn’t the first time a story of a person acting rudely to get close to a wild animal made headlines. Last year. a man jumped into a lion enclosure at a zoo for a close-up photo.
It's common sense not to get close to wild animals that can hurt you. It's why zoos have barriers -sometimes multiple walls-to keep people separated from animals. Signs posted everywhere state the obvious warning. Keep your hands off the cage.
"Yet animals have become less real to us, " says an environmentalist. We see exotic animals most frequently in managed settings like zoos.
Media often normalize interaction with dangerous animals. Seeing a man like "Lion Whisperer" Kevin Richardson regularly play-fight with lions on TV, may send the message that these animals aren't so dangerous after all.
Social media are also perfectly positioned to contribute to the rise of animal selfies. Getting likes and comments provide instant satisfaction. Your self-esteem actually gets a temporary boost. To hold onto that feeling, people may go to more and more extremes to showcase the most exciting versions of themselves. It may not be enough to get a photo of a beautiful, dangerous animal from outside a cage.
People' s careless approach can put the animal's safety at risk as well. Zoo animals often must be killed to protect the person who’s entered their space. In fact, thrill-seekers actively endanger the lives of animals.
| A．The animals, to some extent, become tools to us. |
| B．Although violence against zoo animals is often reported, the issue of animal welfare has aroused little attention recently. |
| C．By taking a selfie, you show that you're part of that experience. |
| D．The comparison between caged animals and wild ones are appealing to people. |
| E．Similar incidents are a regular occurrence in natural settings. |
| F．The common factor is that some people are not respecting animal. |
【推荐2】For the past 60 years, the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) has protected animals, restored lost habitats and advocated for policy changes that benefit wildlife. Now, the conservation organization is trying a new approach.
This year, AWF launched the inaugural Benjamin Mkapa African Wildlife Photography Awards. The contest aims to reach a different audience. While photography competitions are nothing new, the AWF hopes that the exhibition of winning entries will encourage African people to take a more active role in conservation. Its CEO Kaddu Sebunya said, “Africans need to take the responsibility for the conservation of their heritage.”
Photographers of all ages and backgrounds, professional and amateur, were invited to submit to the competition. A judging panel (评选委员会), comprised of photographers, conservationists, activists and safari guides, selected photos from 12 categories including “Art in Nature” “Coexistence and Conflict” and “Conservation Heroes”.
The “Conservation Heroes” category had special appeal for Kenyan conservation photographer Anthony Ochieng Onyango. “I realized there was a communication gap because most of what was being communicated was data in scientific publications,” said Onyango, adding that images are a simple way for people to connect to complex issues.
While there were many entries in the AWF competition, there’s only one 19-year-old Cathan Moore from South Africa among the category winners. There’s a lack of opportunity for young aspiring photographers on the continent. AWF is seeking grants and partnerships to enable more African people to participate next year, and to make nature photography competitions more accessible to those unable to pay or buy expensive camara equipment, allowing people to use whatever camera they have and photograph wildlife in urban environments.
Sebunya hopes that the competition can open up a dialogue about conservation — and why it’s so important for Africa’s future. Many people in Africa look at conservation as a thing done by and for foreigners, said Sebunya. While he praised the work of international NGOs, he emphasized that it’s vital that African voices are heard and for local people to lead conservation efforts.
1. What is the main idea of the passage?| A．African people take photographs in order to protect wildlife. |
| B．AWF calls for people’s active involvement in wildlife conservation. |
| C．A communication gap exists between ordinary people and wildlife conservation. |
| D．AWF holds photography competition for the conservation of wildlife. |
| A．The winners’ works will be on display to promote wildlife conservation. |
| B．This year’s winners include quite a number of teenage photographers. |
| C．The judging panel includes both professional and amateur photographers. |
| D．People who are not skilled in photography can’t take part in the competition. |
| A．People’s lack of desire to connect to the issue. |
| B．The lack of scientific publications on the issue. |
| C．The lack of simple and direct ways to present the issue. |
| D．People’s lack of professional camera equipment. |
| A．Cautious. | B．Appreciative. | C．Skeptical. | D．Neutral. |
【推荐3】Do’s and Don’ts in Whale (鲸) Watching
The Department of Fisheries and Oceans has developed guidelines for whale watching in Johnstone Strait, where killer whales are found on a daily basis each summer. It is strongly recommended that vessel (船只) operators follow these guidelines for all kinds of whales.
• Approach whales from the side, not from the front or the back.
• Approach no closer than 100 metres, then stop the boat but keep the engine on.
• Keep noise levels down — no horns, whistles or racing of engines.
• Start your boat only after the whales are more than 100 metres from your vessel
• Leave the area slowly, gradually moving faster when you are more than 300 metres from the whales.
• Approach and leave slowly, avoiding sudden changes in speed or direction.
• Avoid disturbing groups of resting whales.
• Keep at low speeds and remain in the same direction if traveling side by side with whales.
• When whales are traveling close to shore, avoid crowding them near the shore or coming between the whales and the shore.
• Limit the time spent with any group of whales to less than 30 minutes at a time when within 100 to 200 metres of whales.
• If there is more than one vessel at the same observation spot, be sure to avoid any boat position that would result in surrounding the whales.
• Work together by communicating with other vessels, and make sure that all operators are aware of the whale watching guidelines.
1. For whom is this text written?| A．Tour guides. | B．Government officials. |
| C．Whale watchers. | D．Vessel operators. |
| A．move close to the beach | B．increase speed gradually |
| C．keep its engine running slowly | D．remain at the back of the whales |
Today, many people volunteer their time and energy to help others. There are a lot of ways to meet other people’s needs. For example, some volunteers provide help after a disaster. Others are happy to get dirty while repairing homes or planting trees or flowers in poor neighborhoods（地区）. Young people see suffering and loneliness around them and find ways to help. And history lovers help archeologists（考古学家）search for ancient objects to help deepen knowledge of the past.
Volunteers also work in many areas around the world, including Haiti（海地）. More than two years have passed since a 7.0 earthquake shook the nation. The exact number of people who died may never be known. Thousands of survivors of the Haitian earthquake still live in temporary（临时的）shelters. Last year, former American President Jimmy Carter and his wife Rosalynn joined five hundred Habitat volunteers in the town of Leogane to build houses.
Organizations do not have to be large to get volunteers. An activist group in Dharamsala, India is a good example. Jodie Underhill from England arrived in northern India several years ago. She planned to volunteer for an environmental project. She could almost not believe how much rubbish was ruining some of the area’s most beautiful sights. Ms Underhill learned about how to deal with the rubbish while taking part in other volunteer projects. But soon enough she formed her own group, Mountain Cleaners. Ms Underhill says the work is very hard. But she praises the group’s efforts as a wonderful experience. The young English woman says the Indian media started calling her “Garbage Girl”. And she says she was pleased with the name.
American teenagers also volunteer in many ways.
1. The author uses an old saying in the first paragraph to .
| A．introduce the topic of the passage |
| B．draw the readers’ attention to care for the poor |
| C．encourage people to become volunteers |
| D．explain the meaning of volunteer work |
| A．Give some money to the poor in Haiti. |
| B．Plant trees and flowers in Haiti’s park. |
| C．Help archeologists search for ancient objects |
| D．Help to build houses after a disaster. |
| A．shocked | B．pleased | C．moved | D．interested |
| A．The number of people died in Haiti’s earthquake is unclear. |
| B．Ms Underhill formed her own group to make money. |
| C．History lovers mainly learn the history from ancient objects. |
| D．Ms Underhill was called “Garbage Girl” by American media. |
| A．The reason why people offer their services to others. |
| B．The way to join in a volunteer group. |
| C．The volunteer work that American teenagers do. |
| D．The benefits that volunteers can achieve. |
【推荐2】“In only six days I lost seven pounds of weight.”
“Two full inches in the first three days!”
These are the kinds of statements used in magazine，newspaper，radio and television ads，promising new shapes and new looks to those who buy the medicine or the device. The promoters of products say they can shape the legs，slim the face，smooth wrinkles，or in some other way to add to beauty or desirability.
Often such products are nothing more than moneymaking things for their promoters. The results they produce are questionable，and some are dangerous to health.
To understand how these products can be legally promoted to the public，it is necessary to understand something of the laws covering their regulation. If the product is a drug，FDA(Food and Drug Administration)can require proof under the Food，Drug，and Cosmetic Act that is safe and effective before it is put on the market. But if the product is a device，FDA has no authority to require the proof of safety or effectiveness. If a product already on the market is a danger to health，FDA can request the producer or distributor to remove it from the market voluntarily，or it can take legal action，including seizure (查封) of the product.
One notable case a few years ago involved an electrical device called the Relaxacisor，which had been sold for reducing the waistline. The Relaxacisor produced electrical shocks to the body through contact pads. FDA took legal action against the distributor to stop the sale of the device on the grounds that it was dangerous to health and life.
Obviously，most of the devices on the market have never been the subject of court proceedings (法律诉讼)，and new devices appear continually. Before buying，it is up to the consumer to judge the safety or effectiveness of such items.
1. It can be inferred that the ads mentioned in the text are________.| A．objective | B．costly | C．unreliable | D．illegal |
| A．The court is in charge of removing dangerous products. |
| B．New products are more likely to be questionable. |
| C．The production of a device must be approved by FDA. |
| D．The promoters usually just care about profits. |
| A．if it is a drug |
| B．if it is a device |
| C．if its consumers make complaints |
| D．if its distributors challenge FDA's authority |
| A．a product which was designed to produce electricity |
| B．a product whose distributor was involved in a legal case |
| C．a successful advertisement of a beauty product |
| D．an example of a quality beauty product |
【推荐3】Over the past 20 years, mandatory (强制的) community service policies have come to many U. S. high schools. Many states and districts have their own regulations. Some schools require students to complete 75 to 100 hours of community service to graduate. Other school officials allow youth to receive course credits. But school districts struggle to find the best approach to bringing a real-world aspect to learning.
Mandatory community service programs were implemented to help connect youth to others and to teach them how to contribute to their community. However, the idea of mandatory community service has been the source of controversy (争议). Parents and students have filed lawsuits challenging the legality of mandatory service policies. Supporters of this view argue that mandating community service will lead youth to believe that they should only help others when they receive an immediate benefit in return, and thus ultimately discourage volunteering later in life. But legal scholars have concluded that mandating community service is legally permissible.
Does mandatory service undermine (削弱) motivation to participate in voluntary service? Most research either has found that mandatory service is linked with heightened intention to engage in future volunteering or has not found links between mandatory service and intention to volunteer. The result may seem contradictory to other developmental theory that stresses the importance of autonomy for personal motivation and healthy development. One possibility is that mandatory service may prevent intention to engage in future service if youth reflect on their experience and do not find any value in participation other than to finish the mandate.
Service experiences greatly vary, and the level of enjoyment or meaning youth get from their service may be tied to the type of activity they perform. Volunteer experiences that provide teenagers with an opportunity to grow, to make friends, to reflect on social problems, and to develop a sense of purpose provide them with greater benefits (including greater intention to volunteer in the future) compared to those without these opportunities. Thus, mandated service that involves organizational tasks (e.g., clearing floors, filing papers) and other types of activities that do not provide youth with high-quality experiences, may not be serving their purpose. That is to say, the focus of parents, teachers, and school officials should be on how to organize high-quality service activities.
1. What do we know about mandatory community service policies?| A．They have a long history. | B．Communities require the policies. |
| C．Schools practice them differently. | D．Schools know the best way to adopt them. |
| A．It may cause a misunderstanding of the value of volunteering. |
| B．It may make students value money instead of serving. |
| C．I may waste students’ learning time. |
| D．It may be in a sense against the law. |
| A．Motivation in mandatory service is a key factor. |
| B．Developmental theory may be in favor of mandatory service. |
| C．People may get different feelings from the same service experience. |
| D．Little evidence shows mandatory service discourages future volunteering. |
| A．Mandatory service discourages motivation. | B．Required service can be both good and bad. |
| C．The quality of service activities is important. | D．Volunteering should be a must for graduation. |
One day earlier this year, my husband said that the crab apple tree was dead.
“Why do you think it is dead?” I asked.
“Look at it. There’s not a leaf on it.”
“There’s not a leaf on anything. It’s March,” I said.
“It looked sick last fall and with this bitter winter we had, I’m convinced it’s dead.”
The truth is he’s never liked the crab apple. Sure, it has beautiful blooms in the spring, but then it gets a disease, the leaves curl, and it drops those little apples that sit on the driveway.
Each passing week he pronounced the tree dead. Eventually I began to believe him. Though he agreed it would be a regrettable loss, there was a twinkle in his eye. He armed himself a couple of weeks ago and began trimming. A branch here, a branch there, a small limb, then a large limb. I watched and then decided to check the wood on some of the branches closer to the trunk. I broke one off and saw green.
The crab apple was not dead. It just hadn’t had time to leaf out. The tree was now falling to one side, but it was not dead. I would have told him so, but he had moved on to a maple. Once the man starts, he can’t stop. One trim leads to another.
“Please, stop!” I called.
He smiled and nodded, but he couldn’t hear because he had started the hedge (树篱) trimmers and was getting ready to fix a line of hedges.
Zip (飕飕声), zip, zip.
“What do you think?” he shouted.
“It’s supposed to be a privacy hedge; now all that will be private are our ankles.”
He started the trimmers again. “Stop!” I called, “Come back!”
“Why?” he shouted.
“You’re in the neighbor’s yard.”
1. By saying “if only I had taken my own advice.” the author means that _____.
| A．she should have kept a closer watch on her husband |
| B．she feels regretful about her marriage after many years |
| C．she didn’t follow her own advice about pruning shears |
| D．she shouldn’t have given that marital advice to her daughters |
| A．has a great talent for gardening |
| B．had never used pruning shears before |
| C．mistook their crab apple tree for a maple tree |
| D．nearly ruined their neighbor’s garden |
| A．Why husbands shouldn’t be left to trim trees alone. |
| B．Why the author’s husband insisted on trimming their crab apple tree. |
| C．How the author has survived her “thirty-some” years of marriage. |
| D．How the author’s husband killed their crab apple tree. |
| A．Anxious. | B．Humorous. |
| C．Serious. | D．Critical. |
【推荐2】Luxury symbols of China, all-inclusive cruise and Mount Fuji adventure
From the architectural riches of China to the awe-inspiring beauty of Mount Fuji, discover wonders of the world during this epic adventure, paired with hotel stays in interesting cities and an all-inclusive cruise on board Silver Muse.
Days 1-3 Beijing—Hotel Stay and Tour
Discover China’s greatest treasures during a fully accompanied tour, wonder at the weaving Great Wall of China, admire the Temple of Heaven and uncover history in the Forbidden City.
Days 4-5 Xi’an—Hotel Stay and Tour
Travel by fast train to Xi’an, one of the birthplaces of Chinese civilization. Here you’ll visit the Terracotta Army, one of the greatest archaeological sites in the world.
Day 6 Shanghai—Embark Silver Muse
Today you’ll embark Silver Muse for your cruise to Osaka. Settle into your surroundings and choose from a wealth of dining experiences, personalise your suite to the finest detail— including your choice of perfume, toiletries and pillow—and get to know your personal butler who will keep your fridge stocked with your favourite drinks. Cruising with Silversea is simply impressive.
Days 7-9 Osaka—Disembark Silver Muse, Tokyo Hotel Stay and Tour
You’ll disembark in Osaka and transfer to the airport for your flight to Tokyo. Japan’s capital boasts an incredible combination of both modern and tradition as soaring neon skyscrapers gather next to ancient temples. During your three-night stay you’ll embark on a fully accompanied tour of sacred Mount Fuji. Witness its splendid appearance during a ride on the Hakone Ropeway cable car, admire its quietness during a cruise trip across Lake Ashi and experience the speed of the bullet train as it whisks you back to Tokyo.
Days 10 Tokyo—Fly Home
1. Which of the following best describes the hotel service in Shanghai?| A．Expensive. | B．Personalized. | C．Amazing. | D．Comfortable. |
| A．Beijing | B．Xi’an | C．Shanghai | D．Osaka |
| A．2. | B．3. | C．4. | D．5. |
This contact would give the girl a vision of her future self. It would hive her some idea of a fascinating circle who might someday join. It would also help if one of her parents died when she was 12, giving her a strong sense of insecurity and fueling a desperate need for success. Armed with this ambition, she would read novels and life stories of writers without end. This would give her a primary knowledge of her field. She’s be able to see new writing in deeper ways and quickly understand its inner workings.
Then she would practise writing. Her practice would be slow, painstaking and error-focused. By practising in this way, she delays the automatizing process. Her mind wants to turn conscious, newly learned skills into unconscious. Automatically performed skills. By practising slowly, by breaking skills down into tiny parts and repeating, she forces the brain to internalize a better pattern of performance. Then she would find an adviser who would provide a constant stream of feedback, viewing her performance form the outside, correcting the smallest errors, pushing her to take on tougher challenges. By now she is redoing problems — how do I get characters into a room—dozens and dozens of times. She is establishing habits of thought she can call upon in order to understand or solve future problems.
The primary quality our young writer possesses is not some mysterious genius. It’s the ability to develop a purposeful, laborious and boring practice routine; the latest research takes some of the magic out of great achievement. But it underlines a fact that is often neglected. Public discussion is affected by genetics and what we’re “hard-wired” to do. And it’s true that genes play a role in our capabilities. But the brain is also very plastic. We construct ourselves through behaviour.
1. The passage mainly deals with .
| A．the function of I.Q. in cultivating a writer |
| B．the relationship between genius and success |
| C．the decisive factor in making a genius |
| D．the way of gaining some sense of distinction |
| A．come to understand the inner structure of writing |
| B．join a fascinating circle of writers someday |
| C．share with a novelist her likes and dislikes |
| D．learn from the living examples to establish a sense of security |
| A．her adviser forms a primary challenging force to her success |
| B．her writing turns into an automatic pattern of performance |
| C．she acquires the magic of some great achievement |
| D．she comes to realize she is “hard-wired” to write |
| A．A fueling ambition plays a leading role in one’s success |
| B．A responsible adviser is more important than the knowledge of writing. |
| C．As to the growth of a genius, I.Q. doesn’t matter, but just his/her effort. |
| D．What really matters is what you do rather than who you are. |
