1 . Many of the Earth's creatures die because of humans' choices. These choices have nothing to do with food or shelter or anything else that helps humans survive. What kills millions of animals all over the world is that humans want to make money by doing so.

People use parts of animals for everything from hats to handbags, from jewelry to ashtrays and to make powders that supposedly improve a person's life. Deciding that a species is endangered and protecting it by law are not always enough. People who kill wildlife illegally rarely get caught.

During the late 1980s, saving elephants became a popular cause. Wildlife protection groups made sure everyone saw pictures or films of elephants with their faces cut off for their ivory. These groups also proved that certain populations of elephants were decreasing. As a result, most people stopped buying objects made of ivory. Laws against poaching (偷猎) were made stronger. Many countries made importing ivory illegal. Killing elephants for their Ivory became more risky and less profitable (有利可图的).

However, concern for certain species will become weak after a while. In the late 1970s, people protested (抗议) against the killing of seal babies. Everyone was shocked to see young seals being killed in their icy habitat. The cruel activity stopped. But ten years later, the number of seal babies killed was higher than ever.

Other animal protection movements have come and gone, such as saving the whales and protecting dolphins. The whale population appears to have increased for now. And the laws are finally changed in America to protect the dolphins that swim with tuna fish in parts of the Pacific Ocean.

In the years to come, people's attention will probably turn to some other endangered species. Plenty of them urgently need attention. During this time, will the elephants be forgotten?

1. What leads to the disappearance of millions of wild animals?

A．The growing human population.

B．Humans’ hope for making a fortune.

C．Humans’ too much need for wild food.

D．Not having enough laws on wildlife protection..

2. What can you infer from the text about what happened in the late 1980s?

A．Wildlife protection groups did make great efforts.

B．Importing ivory in all countries is illegal.

C．Those who killed elephants all got caught.

D．Hunting was completely not allowed.

3. Why are seal babies mentioned in Paragraph 4?

A．To show the effort to protect seal babies.

B．To show an increasing number of seal babies.

C．To show the decrease of worry about certain species.

D．To show people’s protest against the killing of seal babies.

4. What does the author mean by using the underlined sentence?

A．Humans should choose some rare animals to protect.

B．Attention must be paid to saving some endangered wildlife.

C．Success has been achieved in quite a few cases of wildlife protection.

D．Concern and movements for animal protection should be always kept.

2 . Welcome to the Friendship Hotel. To make your stay as enjoyable as possible, we hope you will use our facilities (设施) to the full.

Room Service

This operates 24 hours a day. Phone the Reception Desk, and your message will be passed on to the room staff.

Telephone: 48759

Dining Room

Breakfast is served in the dining room from 8 to 9:30 a. m. Alternatively, the room staff will bring a breakfast tray to your room at any time after 7 a.m., if you place an order for it by telephone. In this case, please fill out a card and hang it outside your door when you go to bed.

Lunch: 12:00 to 2:30 p.m.

Dinner: 7:30 to 9 p.m.

Telephone: 48752

Telephone

To make a telephone call, dial 0 for Reception and Laundry (洗衣店), and ask to be connected. We apologize for delays in putting calls through when the staff are very busy. There are also public telephone booths (电话亭) near the Reception Desk. Early calls should be booked with Reception.

Shop

The hotel shop is open for souvenirs (纪念品), gifts and toiletries (化妆品) from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Telephone: 48687

Laundry

We have a laundry on the premises (附属) and will wash, iron and return your clothes within 24 hours. Ask the room staff to phone the laundrymen to collect them.

Telephone: 48867

Bar

The hotel bar is open from 12 to 2 p.m., and 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. The Reception staff will cash cheques and exchange money in many foreign currencies (货币).

1. What should you do if you want a snack (快餐) at 9 a.m?

A．Go to the hotel shop.	B．Go to the hotel bar.
C．Tell the waiter.	D．Phone Reception

2. Which number should you dial if you want to have your clothes washed?

A．48752	B．48867
C．48687	D．48759

3. The writer of the passage mainly wants to ________.

A．give us information about the services of the hotel

B．persuade us to stay in the hotel

C．tell us the ways of serving

D．promise us good service

3 . Good Schools to Learn English

Atlanta English Institute (AEI)

It is designed for academically oriented, non-native speaking adults from beginners levels to those seeking mastery. Each program in the school is specially designed for our students and based on their current English levels and their goals. a student may register anytime, not merely at the beginning of a course. But at the middle of the course, registration time depends on the availability of space in the classrooms.

Atlanta International Language Institute (AILI)

It provides the opportunity to learn how to read, write and speak English as a second language for those who have little knowledge of the English language. Courses include ten continuous weekly classes and the classes meet once a week for two hours. The curriculum of this language program is built for groups of three or more students who can complete the material in ten weeks.

TALK Atlanta English School (TAES)

Located in the heart of Atlanta's Midtown Center area on Peachtree Street, it opened in 2011. Atlanta is home to numerous industries, making the Midtown location perfectly suited for corporate programs. With ample covered street parking space, the school is designed in the popular Atlanta loft style and has 10 large classrooms, a large and welcoming reception area, devoted full-time teachers and staff for teenagers and adults.

Language Institute of Georgia (LIG)

It is a well-established school in Atlanta that offers English classes using Graded Reader Method. Our maximum class size is eight students. Class meets once a week for two hours for six weeks. Please check our schedule section for start dates. Refunds (退款) have to be requested within a week of the start date of the class.

1. How many hours does it take students to finish the courses at AILI?

A．Ten.

B．Twelve.

C．Twenty.

D．Twenty-four.

2. What should students who need a refund pay attention to at LIG?

A．The limited courses there.	B．The location of its reception area.
C．The deadline for a refund demand.	D．The requested levels of the students.

3. What do the four schools have in common?

A．They are located in the same city.	B．They all use Graded Reader Method.
C．They have the same registration time.	D．They are all intended for adult learners.

4 . Friendship is an important part of human life. Friends can share our joys and sadnesses. We aren't alone. Many different animals also make friends.

Recently, a British research team finished an eight-year study of Indo-Pacific dolphins off the coast of Western Australia. These dolphins can use different tools to search for food. The researchers found that these dolphins are more willing to hang out with partners that like the same tool. Other factors, like family closeness or sex, have no impact on this relationship. It suggests that dolphins form social bonds based on shared interests.

Apart from dolphins, elephants and horses are also known to form friendships. Are friendships only limited to the same species?

Of course not, The Atlantic reported. In 2015,Timur, a goat, was left in the enclosure（围场） of a tiger, Amur, as a meal. But instead of eating Timur, Amur liked to play with him and got angry when others were close to his friend. That's because in captivity(圈养）, animals don't need to spend much time and energy marking their land or looking for mates the way they would in the wild. They are actually more likely to feel bored.

More interestingly, animals not only make friends but also try to keep lasting friendships. Take bats for example. In 2011, scientists found bats often hang out with a few particular friends, keeping loose ties to the rest of their group. Humans are different. "We do not work, play and live together with the same friends all the time," Swiss zoologist Gerald Kerth explained. "But nevertheless, we are able to maintain long-term despite our often highly dynamic（充满活力的）social lives."

1. What do dolphins pay more attention to when making friends?

A．The same interests.	B．Family closeness.
C．Hunting behavior.	D．The special sounds.

2. How can we understand Amur's action?

A．Amur wants to show Timur his land.

B．Amur longs for animals to play with him.

C．Amur has more friends than other tigers.

D．Amur pretends to be friendly to eat Timur.

3. In terms of friendship, what is the difference between humans and bats?

A．Bats usually play with certain friends.

B．Humans keep their friendship longer.

C．Bats like to live together with friends.

D．Humans make friends in social activities.

4. How is the text mainly developed?

A．By listing data.	B．By taking examples.
C．By asking questions.	D．By giving advice.

5 . As I stuck in the mud (泥), with my bike on top of me, I wondered what had forced me to come here. Madagascar is not a good place for a cycling holiday: one of the world's poorest countries, only 11 percent of roadway is paved (铺). South of the town of Antalaha, where I started, the road was in worse condition.

I appeared from a week in the wilderness and reached the start of the Route National 5 at Maroantsetra, but my dream of a smooth road and speed was suddenly destroyed by mud. The "worst road in the country" changed my bicycle into a burden (负担) for days. Finally, I was claimed by the road. Tired. Alone.

As I wiped (擦) the mud from my face and looked upwards, I was greeted by a Malagasy man. He helped me stand up and smiled playfully while he pointed to my bike, which sat next to his. I started again. But I fell again in the mud. Angrily, I told him to go on, but if he understood he showed no sign of it. His smile forced me back onto the bike. We continued like this for hours. But I fell less. Studying my quick guide, slowly I learned. As we passed through a village, a group of children saw me and shouted loudly. His only words were: "Their parents tell them while people steal and eat them. Funny, no?"

I tried to ask why, but he had already set off. I tried to catch up; as I got closer, he took it as a challenge and sped up. We raced along the road. I rode a little faster and I was just behind, about to catch up with him. With a smile, he sped up and was away, leaving me breathless.

1. What was in the author's mind when he was in the mud?

A．He considered his experience a special pleasure.

B．He made up his mind to continue challenging himself.

C．He tried to think out a new road for cycling in Antalaha.

D．He regretted having the cycling holiday in Madagascar.

2. What does the underlined sentence in Paragraph 2 mean?

A．The author chose another road.

B．The author decided to ask for help.

C．The author lay on the road for a rest.

D．The author had no confidence to ride on.

3. How did the Malagasy man help the author?

A．By showing him the right way.

B．By wiping the mud from his bike.

C．By riding in front of him all the way.

D．By teaching him how to ride in the mud.

4. What's the best title for the text?

A．A lonely trip

B．A bicycle race

C．A lesson in cycling

D．A road in Madagascar

6 . Choosing the right hiking equipment will make your walk safer and more comfortable. Getting it right is easy with our pick of the best. Don’t hesitate to grab them!

SMART SOCKS

Smartwool Women’s PhD Outdoor Light Print Crew Walking Socks (£16.09)

Built for mile after mile of trail, these socks are so light and seamless that you’ll barely notice you’re wearing them.

Darn Tough Kelso Micro Crew Light Cushion (£20)

Keep you cool while going the distance in these wool socks. They’re cushioned and silky soft.

1000 Mile Fusion Walking Sock (£15.99, twin pack)

Need extra comfort? The Fusion Walking Sock has a blister-free guarantee thanks to clever double-layer technology and padded zones.

LIGHTWEIGHT JACKETS

Smartwool Merino Smart Ultra Light Hoodie (£114.99)

This windproof layer packs away into its pocket.

Berghaus Women’s Skerray Smock (£70)

Stay warm if the wind gets up in this super-light, water-repellent smock jacket with a fitting hood. It packs away into the small pocket.

Finisterre Mistral Waterproof Jacket (£185)

Light yet fully waterproof, this cool high-quality jacket has zipped pockets and an adjustable foldaway hood.

SUMMER SHORTS

Jack Wolfskin Overland Zip Away (£115)

Always chilly when you set out but boiling by the time you’re climbing that hill? With these clever pants, you get a pair of soft-shell trousers and a pair of shorts in one.

1. What can we know from the passage?

A．Crew Walking Socks provide the most comfort of all.

B．All the equipment can pack away into its small pocket.

C．Both the Light Hoodie and Skerray Smock can keep out the wind.

D．Crew Walking Socks are the cheapest and of highest quality.

2. If you want to go hiking in a hot summer day, ______ will be the best choice.

A．Crew Walking Socks & Waterproof Jacket.

B．Light Hoodie & Fusion Walking Socks.

C．Overland Zip Away & Crew Light Cushion.

D．Fusion Walking Socks & Skerray Smock.

3. In which column can you find the passage?

A．New Technology.

B．Life Style.

C．Sports.

D．Advertisement.

7 . Both of my parents worked full­time when I was a little girl，so my grandmother would stay at our house during the day. We would watch game shows in the living room. Our favorite was The Price Is Right. We would call out our answers along with the contestants.

When I got older and started going to school，we couldn’t watch our game shows regularly. That was okay with me，though，because the one thing I liked better than watching game shows with my grandmother was helping her bake cakes. Watching her in the kitchen was amazing：she never seemed to need the recipes（食谱）but everything she made tasted delicious.

At first I would just sit in the kitchen and watch，even though I didn’t understand what she was doing. As I got older，she let me help with the easy parts，such as measuring the sugar. The day she let me separate the eggs，I felt like I had found complete pleasure.

At last，my parents decided that I could take care of myself，and my grandmother stopped coming over every day. The love of baking，however，stayed with me. I started baking by myself，and even if the cookies ended up burnt sometimes，more often they turned out pretty well. I tried out new recipes，and whenever I got to a thorny part，I would call my grandmother for advice. Sometimes I would call her just to talk too. I felt like I could talk to her about anything.

My grandmother passed away ten years ago，but I still think of her every day. Last week，I found a recipe book she made for me. It included her recipes for brownies，cookies，and my favorite，lemon pie. As I looked through the pages，I thought I could hear her voice. She was the one who taught me not just about baking，but about life.

1. The passage is mainly developed by        .

A．analyzing causes	B．making comparisons
C．following the time order	D．examining differences

2. While helping her grandmother bake，the author        .

A．found it interesting	B．turned out to be a troublemaker
C．hoped to make a living by baking	D．regretted missing the game shows

3. What does the underlined word “thorny” in Paragraph 4 most probably mean?

A．Basic.	B．Common.
C．Special.	D．Difficult.

4. What’s the author’s purpose in writing this passage?

A．To describe her childhood memories.	B．To show her good baking skills.
C．To remember her grandmother.	D．To talk about her happy family life.

8 . Issued to those who intend to go to China for commercial and trade activities.

Application:

1. Basic Documents

（1） Passport

Original passport with at least six months of remaining validity and blank visa pages, and a photocopy of the passport’s data page and the photo page if it is separate.

（2） Visa Application Form and photo

One completed Visa Application Form with a recently -taken color passport photo （ bare-head, full face ） against a white background attached （ Photo Requirements for Chinese Visa Application ）

（3） Proof of legal stay or residence status （ applicable to those not applying for the visa in their country of citizenship ）

If you are not applying for the visa in the country of your citizenship, you must provide the original and photocopy of your valid visa or certificate of stay，residence, employment or student status of the country where you are currently staying.

（4） Photocopy of previous Chinese passports or previous Chinese visas （ applicable to those who were Chinese citizens and have obtained foreign citizenship ）

2. Supporting Documents

Documents on the commercial activity issued by a trade partner in China, or trade fair invitation relevant entity（实体） or individual. The invitation letter should contain :

a） Information on the applicant （ full name, gender, date of birth, etc. ）

b） Information on the planned visit （ purpose of visit, arrival and departure dates, place（s） to be visited, relations between the applicant and the inviting entity or individual, financial source for expenditures）

c） Information on the inviting entity or individual （ name, contact telephone number, address, official stamp, signature of the legal representative or the inviting individual ）

3. Application Procedure, Processing Time and Fees

Please visit Chinese Embassy/ Consulate General’s websites for more details based on your State of residence.

1. Who is this article intended for?

A．Those who want to visit China for personal issues.

B．Those who apply for Chinese passport recently.

C．Those who want to go sightseeing in China recently.

D．Those coming to China for commerce and trade.

2. What can we conclude about the photo of the passport?

A．Any black and white photo is OK.

B．The photo must be taken in color recently.

C．The photo must be taken on the ground.

D．The photo must show your full body.

3. What should the trade partner in China provide?

A．An invitation letter with necessary information.

B．The applicant’s passport and photocopy.

C．The permission from the Chinese Embassy.

D．The financial condition of the applicant.

9 . Four Useful Products for Your Life

Electric Wine Opener

Cost: $19.89

Once you've tried this tool, you'll never go back to the old fashioned kind. This electric wine opener will remove the cork (瓶塞) easily within seconds, and can open up to 30 bottles with a single charge.

Fantastic Ice Cream Spoon

Cost: $14. 99

It’s always disappointing when you're really in the mood for ice cream, but have to wait forever for the ice cream to get to just the right softness. Well, this heated ice cream spoon exactly conducts heat from your hands, and will help soften the ice cream to make it ready to eat right away.

Express Baker

Cost: $58. 99

Making your own bread seems like a quite difficult job. But this baker makes it easier—within an hour. It has 12 different bread settings, and three different crust settings, so you can make bread, pizza and more. A quick look through the reviews shows that customers are pretty happy with it, too.

Corn Stripper

Cost: $7.99

There's no denying that corn on the cob (棒) is delicious But eating corn on the cob and dealing with all the little bits that get stuck in your teeth afterwards is a painful experience. This little device takes all the corns from the cob, by letting you strip (剥) your corn easily, without making a total mess.

1. What can people do with Express Baker?

A．Make some food.	B．Soften food.
C．Classify food.	D．Keep food fresh.

2. Which of the following applies the theory of heat conduction?

A．Electric Wine Opener.	B．Fantastic Ice Cream Spoon.
C．Express Baker.	D．Corn Stripper.

3. What do the four products have in common?

A．They are of the same price.

B．They are difficult to operate.

C．They make food more delicious to eat.

D．They make people's life easier.

10 . Join the ranks of bright travelers and load up your smart phone with these must-have travel apps.

Sky Scanner

Stop wasting precious time clicking through website after website for airfare deals. Searching over 1,000 airlines and travel agents, Sky Scanner locates the cheapest dates to fly as well as the most affordable destinations. Got your heart set on some place special? Just enter your destination, dates, and the number of travelers and the app does all the heavy lifting for you.

Easy Travel

Just enter your city, or postal code into the search window, and Easy Travel will display the cheapest gas being served up near you. Whether you're driving in Canada, or the United States, Easy Travel is by your side helping you save money.

Bother Free

Don't be lost in translation. Here's an app that will serve as your travel translator, translating over 60 languages for your communication pleasure. It's easy! Just select the language you want to learn, speak or type a phrase into your phone, and the app will deliver a translation that you can read and hear.

World Atlas

You can have the whole world in your hands! National Geographic's beautiful award-winning World Atlas app is a must-have for armchair travelers and globetrotters alike. Spin, expand, and zoom the 3D globe to access detailed maps, tools to measure distances and need-to-know facts such as current weather, demographics and currency.

1. If one prefers self-driving tour, which app may help him or her save money?

A．Sky Scanner.	B．Easy Travel.
C．Bother Free.	D．World Atlas.

2. Who might be interested in Bother Free?

A．People with language difficulty.	B．People who enjoy travel by plane.
C．People who want to travel cheaply.	D．People with poor sense of direction.

3. In which part of a magazine can you most probably find this text?

A．Sports.	B．Geography.
C．Travel.	D．Traffic.