Work hours are different from one country to another. In France, people spend about 1,646 hours a year at work. In Japan, however, people work about 2,159 hours a year. That means a Japanese worker works 513 more hours a year than a French worker.
Why do people work so many hours? Some people work extra hours because they want to make more money. However, many companies don't pay overtime. Their workers don't get more pay for more work. Some people think it's their duty to work more hours. Some are afraid of losing their jobs if they don't work more hours.
Many people say that their vacations are too short. In France, people get five weeks of paid vacation a year. In Germany, they get four to six weeks, and in the United States, two weeks. One study shows fewer than half of workers used all their vacation days. In Great Britain, there is a saying, "All work and no play makes Jack a dull (迟钝的) boy." If that is true, there must be a lot of dull people in the world.
1. A Japanese worker works __ more hours a year than a French one.
| A．513 | B．1,646 | C．2,159 | D．3,805 |
| A．正常的 | B．额外的 | C．有用的 | D．少量的 |
| A．France | B．Germany |
| C．the United States | D．Great Britain |
| A．No companies offer vacations to their workers. |
| B．Many people say they have enough time to relax. |
| C．Not all companies pay their workers for more work. |
| D．More than half of workers use all their vacation days. |
| A．Many workers have to work long hours. |
| B．Many people have vacations long enough. |
| C．Work hours are the same around the world. |
| D．There are a lot of dull people in the world. |
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【推荐1】When you're on a vacation without your parents, it's easy to get homesick (想家的) or want to go home. However, there are some steps you can take to have a wonderful vacation without your mum or dad.
Keep busy finding something to do is so fun, and it will stop you from missing your parents too much.
Write or call your parents often. Hearing their voices or getting a letter from them will make you feel comfortable. If you can send an e-mail, that would work, too.
Make some new friends on vacation. Sometimes you can meet the most interesting people when away from home. You could meet a best friend or a new Men Mall.
Talk to someone if you feel very miserable without your parents. Whether you're with family members or a trend and his/her family, no one wants you to be miserable. Talking to someone can help make you feel better.
Find souvenirs (纪念品) for your mum and dad to bring back to them. It can be fun to find special gifts for them and they may will appreciate (感谢) the presents.
When you arrive home, don't tell your parents how much you hated your vacation without them, even it that is the case (情况). Talk about the good points of your trip.
Have fun! Try not to think about it much. Just enjoy your vacation, and know that your parents will be waiting for you when you get home.
1. The first paragraph mainly tells us ________ what we take a vacation without our mum or dad.| A．where to go | B．what to take |
| C．the passage will give us some help | D．how to keen busy |
| A．Make phone calls to our parents. | B．Go back at once to our parents. |
| C．Tell our parents we hate the vacation. | D．Think of how our parents take care of us |
| A．happy | B．busy | C．free | D．unhappy |
| A．Call our parents. | B．Buy some presents for our parents. |
| C．Think about the bad points of our trip. | D．Have a long talk with our friends. |
| A．how to have a great vacation with our parents | B．how to have a great vacation without our parents |
| C．what we should do before we go home from vacation | D．what we should do if we miss our parents |
【推荐2】For many American university students, the weeklong spring break holiday means an endless party on a sunny beach. In Panama City Beach, Florida, a city with a population of around 36,000, more than half a million university students arrive during the month of March to play and party, making it hit number one spring break place in the United Stated.
A weeklong party is not everyone, however, and a growing number of American university students have found a way to make spring break matter. For them, joining or leading a group of volunteers to help solve problems such as homelessness or pollution makes spring break a special learning experience that university students can feel good about.
During one spring break week, students from James Madison University in Virginal took part in 15"spring break" trips to nearby states, three others to more distant parts of the United States, and five international trips. One group of JMU students traveled to Bogalusa, Louisiana, to help rebuild homes damaged by Hurricane(飓风) Katrina. Another group traveled to Mississippi to organize creative activities for children living in a homeless shelter. One group of students did go to Florida, but not to lie on the sand. They performed some tiring work such as keeping hiking roads in good condition and helping protect the native Florida plants.
Students who take part in spring break projects find them very rewarding(值得的). While most university students have to get their degrees before they can start helping people, student volunteers are able to help people right now. On the other hand, the buildings or rooms where they live or stay are far from attractive(迷人的). Students often sleep on the floor of a school or church. But they only pay around $250 for meals and transportation, which is much less than some of their friends spend traveling to more traditional spring break hot places.
Spring break projects appear to be growing in popularity at universities across the United States. Some students take the opportunity to meet new friends. Others want to exercise their beliefs to make the world a better place. Whatever their reasons, these students have discovered something that give them rich rewards along with a break from school work.
1. How many university students travel to Panama Beach City every March for spring break?| A．around 36,000 | B．over 1,000,000 | C．about 50,000 | D．over 500,000 |
| A．a serious problem | B．a subject or a situation |
| C．be important and meaningful | D．be relaxing |
| A．a personal opinion that people must help others |
| B．a wish to travel to interesting places |
| C．a wish to get away from family and friends |
| D．a hope to make more money |
| A．Different Activities for University Students |
| B．A Weeklong Party for Spring Break |
| C．Different Kinds of Spring Break |
| D．Take Spring Break Trips to Florida |
【推荐3】Chinese New Year is the most important festival in China. Because it is a time for family members to be together. Food at Chinese New Year has great meanings (意义).
Lots of Chinese people, especially people in the north of China, like to eat dumplings (jiaozi in Chinese). Dumplings mean wealth (财富) in some places. People put a clean coin (硬币) in one of dumplings. The person who finds it is lucky.
Niangao is a kind of New Year’s cake. It means “tall”or “high”. People eat it and wish to do better (更好) or get higher the next year.
Fish is an important dish and people call it “nian nian you yu”. The word for fish, “yu” means surplus. So fish means saving a lot of money.
Many people like to eat long noodles. They are a symbol of long life.
1. Chinese New Year is very important in China because ________.| A．it’s the start of a new year |
| B．people can eat much delicious food |
| C．it’s time for family members to be together |
| A．candy | B．coin | C．ring |
| A．dumplings | B．niangao | C．fish |
| A．盈余 | B．鱼 | C．超过 |
| A．Delicious Dumplings | B．Food Around the World | C．Food at Chinese New Year |
【推荐1】A subway is not just an important form of transport.It is also a window for other people to learn about local culture.
Beijing，China
The Beijing Subway was opened in 1969 and is the oldest subway system in China.It has added some modern technologies.All stations now have touch－screen maps.At some stations，people can also see traditional Chinese culture.For example，on the walls of a few stations of Line 8，there are some pictures of blue and white porcelain(青花瓷)．
Stockholm，Sweden
The first subway line for Stockholm was opened in 1950.The Stockholm Subway is well－known for its decoration of the stations.It is called the longest art gallery in the world.Over 90 percent of its stations are decorated with paintings.A few stations are decorated with red bedrocks(岩床)．This makes you feel as if you are in a cave.
London，UK
The London Underground or the Tube is the oldest subway in the world.It was opened in 1863.During World War Ⅱ，it was used to protect people from German planes attack(袭击)on London.Now，it is a symbol of the city.There is no air conditioning in the trains，so it is very hot in summer.
New York，US
The New York City Subway runs 24 hours a day.It has an express(特快的) train on almost every line.You can get to your destination(目的地)quickly.The trains themselves are full of fun：you will see people doing moonwalk dances like Michael Jackson，playing the guitar and singing.
1. Which subway is called the longest art gallery in the world?| A．The Beijing Subway. |
| B．The Stockholm Subway. |
| C．The London Underground. |
| D．The New York City Subway. |
| A．is also called the Tube |
| B．is the symbol of the UK |
| C．was well protected during the war |
| D．is the oldest transport in the world |
| A．Michael Jackson often danced in the New York City Subway. |
| B．Tourists feel cool when they take the London Underground in summer. |
| C．Several stations of the Stockholm Subway are built in caves. |
| D．Some stations of the Beijing Subway are decorated with pictures of porcelain. |
| A．great changes | B．long history | C．local culture | D．public transport |
| A．a story book | B．a travel magazine |
| C．a science book | D．a newspaper advertisement |
On her first day in Micronesia, an island in the Pacific, Lisa thought people weren’t paying any attention to her. The day was hot. She went into a store and asked,“Do you have cold drinks?”The woman there didn’t say anything. Lisa repeated the question. Still the woman said nothing. She later learned that the woman had answered her: She had raised her eyebrows (眉毛), which in Micronesia means“yes”.
Jan remembered an experience she had in Bulgaria, a country in Europe. She went to a restaurant that was known for its cabbage. She asked the waiter, “Do you have cabbage today?” He nodded his head. Jan waited, but the cabbage never came. In that country, a nod means “no”.
Tom had a similar problem when he arrived in India. After explaining something in class, he asked his students if they understood. They answered with many different nods and shakes of the head. He thought some students had not understood, so he explained again. When he asked again, they did the same thing. He soon found out that his students did understand. In India, people nod and shake their heads in different ways depending on where they come from. You have to know where a person is from to understand whether they mean “yes” or “no”.
1. These Americans teaching English in other countries found that they ______.
| A．should go abroad for vacations |
| B．needed to learn foreign languages |
| C．should often discuss their experiences |
| D．had problems with communications |
| A．nodding heads | B．raising eyebrows |
| C．shaking heads | D．saying “no” |
| A．he did not know much about Indian culture |
| B．he didn’t explain everything clearly enough |
| C．some students didn’t understand his questions |
| D．he didn’t know where the students came from |
| A．body language in foreign restaurants |
| B．class discussion in Indian schools |
| C．miscommunication in different cultures |
| D．English teaching in other countries |
【推荐3】Sometimes good manners in one place are bad manners in other places.
If you are a visitor to Mongolia and some friends ask you to eat with them. What kind of manners do they want you to have? They want you to give a loud “burp”(打嗝) after you finish eating. Burping will show that you like your food. In some countries, if you give a loud burp, you should say, “Excuse me, please.”
In many places people like to eat together. But in some parts of Polynesia, it is bad manners to let others see you eating. People show their good manners by turning their backs on others while they eat.
How about visiting a friend in Arabia? Do you walk past every house? No, you shouldn’t do that. Do you know why? You must walk behind each tent till you reach your friend’s tent. It’s because if you are invited into a tent, you cannot say “no”. If you do, you’ll be very impolite.
Manners are different all over the world. But it is good to know that all manners begin in the same way. People need ways to show that they want to be friends.
1. In Mongolia, burping is a way of showing that _________.| A．your meal is not good | B．you are full |
| C．you enjoy your meal | D．you want to eat more |
| A．talk a lot with others | B．sit face to face with others |
| C．not sit with others | D．turn your back on others |
| A．to refuse people’s invitations | B．to visit a friend |
| C．to refuse to sit down | D．to walk behind the tents |
| A．Good manners are sometimes different in different countries. |
| B．Children should have good manners. |
| C．Good manners is a way of showing people you like them. |
| D．Good manners are always the same all over the world. |
How are you? I’m happy here, but I miss you very much. It’s Sunday today. I don’t have classes. I am writing an e-mail to you in the computer room now. There are lots of students here. Some students are talking with their friends on QQ. Some students are playing computer games. Some students are watching movies on computers. My new friends, Peter and Bill, are here with me. Peter is buying a T-shirt on the Internet. And what is Bill doing? Oh, he is reading a book on the computer. They’re friendly and they often help me with my study and life. When you come to Shanghai, I want you to meet them. I’m OK in Shanghai. Please don’t worry (担心) about me. I hope you are happy and well.
Love,
Jenny
根据邮件内容，选择正确答案。
1. Where is Jenny now?
| A．At home. |
| B．In the supermarket. |
| C．In the library. |
| D．In the computer room. |
| A．A sweater. | B．A T-shirt. |
| C．A book. | D．A basketball. |
| A．He is talking with his friends on QQ. |
| B．He is playing computer games. |
| C．He is reading a book on the computer. |
| D．He is watching a movie on the computer. |
| A．They are friendly. | B．They are funny. |
| C．They are smart. | D．They are strict. |
| A．Jenny doesn’t have fun at school. |
| B．Jenny can speak Chinese well. |
| C．Jenny is in China now. |
| D．Jenny doesn’t like Chinese food. |
【推荐2】People in different countries usually use different body language. Now let’s talk about some body language in Japan.
Can you guess what the woman asks you to do? To move to her or go away? When you see this, you can walk to her. The woman may have something to talk to you.
How many is this? You are right in most countries. In Japan, it also means “four”.
The Japanese usually do not say “no”. When you ask a man to do something, and he puts his hand on his head, it means that he cannot or does not want to do that.
What does this man mean? He is putting his finger on his nose. Does it mean there is food on your face? No. He is talking about himself. This is a way of saying “I”.
| A．thank you |
| B．say goodbye |
| C．call you to come near |
A． | B． | C． |
| A．thanks | B．no | C．yes |
| A．ears | B．heads | C．noses |
| A．In a science book. |
| B．In a sports magazine |
| C．In a guide book. |
【推荐3】Over the past years, I’ve noticed that the number of pet dogs in public places is growing larger. I am sure you’ve noticed that.
This is not really a bad thing. Dogs live with humans for years. Most of the time, dogs are helpful to humans. The lovely animals bring happiness to us. Some dogs can even work for us. At the same time, dogs need us. Like humans, dogs are social animals. They need to be around people or other dogs.
It seems natural that dog owners can bring their pets with them all the time, wherever they go, right?
Not really. The fact is, not everyone likes dogs. Many people are afraid of dogs. What’s more, some people are allergic(对……过敏) to dogs. Meeting a dog can cause serious illnesses. In some places, people aren’t allowed (允许) to bring an animal of any kind.
Most people agree that the disabled (残疾人) need their dogs to help them all day long. Some people, however, take their pets everywhere just because they like them. These dogs have never get any training. They often bring problems. What’s worse, they can make the disabled unable to take dogs. To make no trouble, some public places have to keep all animals—including service dogs (服务犬)—out.
So we shouldn’t only think of ourselves. Don’t bring untrained (未训练的) dogs to public places. Let’s give a little room to people who really need service dogs.
1. What has the writer noticed over the past years?| A．Humans have got a lot from dogs. |
| B．There are now much more pet dogs in public places. |
| C．More families now keep one more pet dog than before |
| D．Dogs need humans just as much as humans need them. |
| A．A lot of people are afraid of dogs. |
| B．Almost all the dogs may bite and hurt people. |
| C．Dogs may spread (传播) illnesses among people. |
| D．Some people may get serious illnesses when meeting a dog. |
| A．All the dogs should get service training. |
| B．All the dogs are allowed in public places freely. |
| C．Service dogs are usually allowed in public places. |
| D．Service dogs are more popular among all the people. |
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| Dear Dave, Hi, my name is Eric. I am 13 years old. I live with my parents and my twin sister. I am in Grade Six. I like history the most, but I am best at English. What is your favorite subject? I love sports. In my spare time I often play basketball. I enjoy reading, too. I like books about world history. What do you like to do in your spare time? I have a cat and his name is Leo. He is very smart and likes to eat fish. Do you like cats? Do you have any pets? Please write to me soon. I hope we can be pen friends. Best, Eric |
1. Eric and his sister are the same age.
2. English is Eric’s favorite subject.
3. Leo is Dave’s cat.
4. Eric likes reading books about basketball.
5. Eric wrote to Dave to make friends with him.
| Mary’s Plan for Next Week Monday 7:30am computer lessons for beginners Tuesday 11:00am see a doctor Wednesday 9:00am ping-pong game Evening study for the English test Thursday 8:30am concert Friday Afternoon help Uncle Sam in his restaurant Saturday 9:00～10:30am art lesson 2:00pm visit grandmother Sunday 10:30am go shopping with Ann and Lucy | Peter’s Plan for Next Week Monday 3:00pm study group meeting Tuesday 4:30pm basketball match Wednesday 2:00pm visit some friends Thursday Noon lunch with Mike Friday 2:00～4:00pm basketball practice Saturday 10:00am shopping Sunday 9:00pm basketball team party |
1. From Peter’s plan we know that Peter likes playing _____.
| A．basketball | B．soccer | C．volleyball | D．ping-pong |
| A．she likes play guitar |
| B．she is very good at computer |
| C．she just begins to learn computer |
| D．she will see the doctor on Wednesday |
| A．she will visit her grandmother next Saturday afternoon. |
| B．she may have an English test next Tuesday |
| C．she will go shopping with her friend next Sunday evening |
| D．she will visit some friends on Wednesday afternoon |
【推荐3】Los Angeles—Thousands of people waited in line on Thursday at Apple Stores, hoping to buy new iPhone 4. The new iPhone starts at $199 with a two-year renewal(换新).
Randy Cruz, 25, waited in line at Los Angeles Apple Store at 10 p.m. Wednesday, and wanted to buy her new iPhone before going to work. Stores opened at 7 a.m. Her old iPhone was broken two months ago, and she waited for the new model, “I can work from it and have fun,” she said. Cruz was lucky and she got it, but hundreds of others waited in line on all sides of the shopping mall.
By the end of the day, Apple’s latest iPhone was all sold out across the US, “It is working to get more phones. They can’t get her soon enough,” said Melissa O’Brien, Wal-Mart spokeswoman(代言人).
Apple spokesman Steve Dowling wouldn’t say how quickly stores would get more phones. He said, “We are working hard to get them to everyone as quickly as possible. It will take about a month for stores to get fully stocked(储藏).” Apple said it sold 600,000 in early orders.
根据语篇内容，判断下列句子正误，正确的在答题卡上将“T”涂黑，错误的在答题卡上将“F”涂黑。
1. A lot of people waited in line at Los Angeles Apple Stores to buy iPhone 4.
2. Randy Cruz lost her old iPhone on the way home two months ago.
3. Randy Cruz got the iPhone at Los Angeles Apple Store.
4. Steve Dowling said that they would get more iPhones to people as quickly as possible.
5. It will take about half a month for stores to get fully stocked.
