1 . The air is thin and we have to rest several times on the short trip from camp. On the plain (平原), we can just see many wild animals. This is why we're here to observe Tibetan antelopes.
Tibetan antelopes live on the plains of Tibet,Xinjiang and Qinghai.Watch them move slowly across the green grass. I'm attracted by the lovely animals.I'm also reminded of the danger they are in. They are being killed for their valuable fur.
My guide Zhaxi works at the Changtang National Nature Reserve. The reserve is a place for the animals and plants of northwestern Tibet. To Zhaxi, protesting the wildlife is a way of life."We're not tying to save the animals.” he says,"Actually, we're trying to save ourselves."
Between the 1980s and 1990s, the population of the Tibetan antelope dropped by over 50 percent. People were shooting antelopes to make profits. Their living places were becoming smaller as new roads and railways were built.
In order to save the animals, the Chinese government placed them under national protection. Zhaxi and other volunteers watched over the antelopes day and night to keep them safe from attacks. Bridges and gates were added to let the antelopes move easily and keep them safe from cars and trains.
The measures were effective. The antelope population has recovered and in June 2015.the Tibetan antelope was removed from the list of animals in danger. The government, however,does not intend to stop the protection programs, since the threats (威胁) to the Tibetan antelope have not yet disappeared.
Much is being done to protect wildlife but if we really want to save the planet, we must change our way of life. We can stop being a threat to wildlife and to our planet only when we learn to exist in peace with nature.
1. The author went to Tibet in order to .A.breathe fresh air in Tibet | B.enjoy the scene in Tibet |
C.learn the history of Tibet | D.observe Tibetan antelopes |
A.In Tibet. | B.In Xinjiang |
C.In Qinghai. | D.In Sichuan |
A.Tibetan antelopes were well protected. |
B.Tibetan antelopes population dropped |
C.Tibetan antelopes lived in peace with people |
D.Tibetan antelopes destroyed new roads and railways, |
A.Useless | B.basic | C.successful | D.simple |
A.To kill the Tibetan antelope. | B.To study the Tibetan antelope. |
C.To watch the Tibetan antelope. | D.To protect the Tibetan antelope. |
2 . Does your child have an interest in drawing, painting or learning new crafts (手工)? Our selections below will help you find the perfect fit for your child.
Summer Academic Youth Programs
Summer is the perfect time for pre-college students to explore their career (职业) interests. BGSU Pre-College Programs provides opportunities for students to experience the Bowling Green State University campus while expanding their knowledge and building life skills.
Address: Hayes Hall
Bowling Green Ohio 43403
United States
Phone: 4193720424
Fine Arts Specialty at Pali Adventures
The beautiful natural surroundings at Pali inspire campers to create their best works. Our instructors (导师) are talented creators who guide artists of all levels every step of the way. Campers challenge their inner artist and discover new ways to express themselves in a different medium each day.
Address: 30778 Highway 18
Running Springs California 92382
United States
Phone: 9098675743
Pierce Camp Birchmont
Camp Birchmont was founded by the Pierce family in 1951 and three generations of the Pierce family have owned and directed the camp ever since. Set on 300 acres (英亩) in New Hampshire’s White Mountains and against sand bottomed Lake Wentworth, Birchmont’s campus is almost as unique as its culture, program and philosophy.
Address: 693 Governor John Wentworth Hwy
Wolfeboro New Hampshire 03894
United States
Phone: 5166215035
Camp Olympia
It’s the best place for children aged 7-16 to spend their summer. It lies on Lake Livingston in Trinity. Camp Olympia offers more than 40 individualized (个性化) activities, so campers can choose the activities that interest them.
Address: 723 Olympia Dr
Trinity Texas 10326
United States
Phone: 8007356190
1. Who are most likely to be interested in Summer Academic Youth Programs?A.Children aged 7-16. | B.College students. |
C.Pre-college students. | D.Primary students. |
A.Camp Olympia. |
B.Pierce Camp Birchmont. |
C.Summer Academic Youth Programs. |
D.Fine Arts Specialty at Pali Adventures. |
A.It was founded in 1951. |
B.It covers an area of 500 acres. |
C.It lies on Lake Livingston in Trinity. |
D.It is owned by two generations of a family. |
A.4193720424 | B.9098675743 |
C.8007356190 | D.5166215035 |
A.Science. | B.Education. |
C.Sports. | D.Health. |
3 . When I was young at school, I loved to talk, which was not appreciated by Miss Jordan, my tenth-grade English teacher.
She wasn't a popular teacher because she was not good-looking and was so strict. Whenever she got upset, she would lower her head and look at you over the top of her glasses.
One day in her class, while I was busy talking, I didn't realize that she had stopped teaching. She stared straight at me. “Young lady, I would like to see you after school.”
For punishment she told me to write a thousand-word essay on education and it must be handed in by the following Wednesday. Well, that day came. I wasn't worried. It was a good paper. And I expected praise from her. The next day, however, she called me forward, looking at me over her glasses, and returned my paper. "Go back and rewrite. Remember, each paragraph must have a topic sentence." Then came the second time, the grammar. The third time, the spelling. The fourth time, the punctuation. The fifth, it wasn't neat enough. I was sick.
The sixth time, I rewrote the whole paper slowly, in ink, leaving generous space. Seeing it, she removed her glasses and smiled. She finally accepted the paper. After that, I put the whole thing out of my mind.
Two or three months passed, one day Miss Jordan said to us, “Class, do you still remember an essay contest held citywide? They have announced the winners. Yes, Mary has won the first prize."
I was amazed! It was the first time I had won a prize. Years later, I told a reporter the story and expressed my great thanks to Miss Jordan. Soon after that, I got a letter from Miss Jordan, and it said, "What I did wasn't that important. What mattered was the lesson you had learnt. When you wrote and rewrote that paper for me, you began to learn how to discipline yourself.”
1. What made Miss Jordan unhappy with the author?A.She often lowered her head in class. | B.She always talked too much in class. |
C.She often made her classmates upset. | D.She often laughed at Miss Jordan's glasses. |
①Grammar. ②Punctuation. ③Topic sentence. ④Spelling. ⑤Neatness.
A.③②①⑤④ | B.③①⑤②④ | C.③①④②⑤ | D.③⑤④②① |
A.Active and open-minded. | B.Honest but cold-blooded. |
C.Energetic and kind-hearted. | D.Strict but broad-minded. |
A.A naughty girl | B.A good lesson in life |
C.An essay contest | D.A terrible memory in mind |
A.No pains, no gains. | B.Love me, love my dog. |
C.All roads lead to Rome. | D.Two heads are better than one. |
4 . The Best of Alaska
Nothing evokes (唤起)Alaska like a whale exploding out of the water or an eagle pulling a silver fish from the river. Combine these images with high mountains, and wonderful meals, and you really do have the Best of Alaska! Join us for an unforgettable 7-day journey to the last border!
HIGHLIGHTS:
JUNEAU: Juneau, the state capital, is rich in culture and scenic beauty. It is here that we start and end our trip.
HAINES: Haines is a small community located along the fiords. The natural beauty and expansive wilderness found here have made Haines a most important center for adventure in Alaska. In 2004, Haines was listed by Outside Magazine and National Geographic Adventure as one of the best places for recreation and living.
ALASKA INDIAN ARTS: Alaska Indian Arts is a non-profit corporation devoted to the preservation and continuation of traditional native craft and culture of the Northwest Native Tribes .Alaska Indian Arts is also the headquarters for several of Alaska's outstanding craftsmen. We spend a few hours learning carving, native beading and culture from these master artists.
SKAGWAY: Skagway is famous for its role in the Klondike Gold Stampede over 100 years ago. Today, it is a historic yet lively town, which still reflects its gold rush roots and contains colorful shops. In Skagway, we stop by the Klondike Gold Rush National Park Visitor's Center and ride the White Pass Yukon Route Railway.
GUSTANUS: Gustanus is the gateway to the Glacier Bay National Park. We'll stay at a comfortable lodge here for two nights. This will be the base for both the whale-watching journey and a full-day voyage in Glacier Bay.
DATES/PRICES:
May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15.7 days—$3, 500, including lodging, all meals, guides, park fees, sales taxes, and transportation between Juneau, Skagway, Haines, and Gustanus. Not included: alcohol, personal items, airfare to and from Juneau.
CONTACTS:
E-mail: info@alaskamountainguides.com Call: (800)766-3396 Write: Alaska Mountain Guides &Climbing School P. O. Box 1081, Haines AK 99827
1. According to the advertisement, the participants of the journey_______.A.are able to experience some adventurous activities in Haines |
B.can contact Alaska Mountain Guides &Climbing School by e-mail or fax |
C.will spend one day experiencing the local culture at Alaska Indian Arts |
D.can get lots of traditional native artworks free of charge |
A.Juneau | B.Skagway | C.Haines | D.Gustanus |
A.Going from Gustanus to Juneau by train. |
B.A full-day voyage in Glacier Bay. |
C.Having the last supper at Juneau. |
D.Flying to Juneau. |
A.Juneau is much more beautiful than Haines. |
B.The culture of the Northwest Native Tribes is dying out. |
C.Alaska is famous for its culture, history and natural beauty. |
D.Skagway was the richest town in Alaska in the past. |
A.introduce the history of Alaska |
B.introduce the activities in Alaska |
C.show the culture, history and beauty of Alaska |
D.attract readers to visit Alaska |
5 . London is a huge city with more things to do than anywhere else. With the London Pass, you get free entry to over 50 specially selected places with one purchase. In the list you'll find:
• 19 historic buildings
• 22 museums and art galleries
• 8 tours, cruises and walks and entertainment activities
• 13 places of interest including boats and aquariums
• 12 restaurants and services
The London Pass not only offers great value and convenience, but also enables you to beat the queues at selected attractions. There are also special offers such as discounts at restaurants and theaters, where the attraction is normally free to the public. The London Pass also gives you great offers such as a free guided tour. So whether you prefer museums or cinemas, galleries or ice skating or zoos, with The London Pass there really is something for everyone.
You can buy Adult or child passes for 2, 3 or 6 days. See all ticket prices bellow and choose what you need.
Description | Price |
London Pass 2 days Adult-Item E-036 | $87 |
London Pass 3 days Adult-Item E-037 | $104 |
London Pass 6 days Adult-Item E-038 | $140 |
London Pass 2 days child (5-15 years) | $62 |
London Pass 3 days child (5-15 years) | $72 |
London Pass 6 days child (5-15 years) | $100 |
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1. According to the passage, with the London Pass you can probably do all the following things for free EXCEPT .A.stays at hotels | B.see famous buildings |
C.go boating | D.join in entertainment activities |
A.won't be allowed to travel alone | B.won't have to pay for guided tours |
C.will be fined unless they wait in line | D.can eat meals for free at some restaurants |
A.$174 | B.$236 | C.S 244 | D.$270 |
A.The London Pass has discounts for students. |
B.16 years olds can enjoy the London Pass 2 days Child. |
C.Children under 5 don't need the London Pass. |
D.The London Pass can't be bought on weekends. |
A.1-888-254-0637 | B.00-800-84468370 |
C.1210 507 5997 | D.1-866-270-2849 |
One day, as I was getting her food, she chewed up(咬破)one of Dad’s shoes, which had to be thrown away in the end. I knew Dad would be mad and I had to let her know what she did was wrong. When I looked at her and said, “Bad girl,” she looked down at the ground and then went and hid. I saw a tear in her eyes.
Brownie turned out to be more than just our family pet. She went everywhere with us. People would stop and ask if they could pat her. Of course she’d let anyone pat her. She was just the most lovable dog. There were many times when we’d be out walking and a small child would come over and pull on her hair. she never barked(吠) or tried to get away. Funny thing is that she would smile. This frightened people because they thought she was showing her teeth. Far from the truth, she loved everyone.
Now many years have passed since Brownie died of old age. I still miss days when she was with us.
1. What would Brownie do when someone was ill in the family?
A.Look at them sadly. | B.Keep them company. |
C.Play games with them. | D.Touch them gently. |
A.would eat anything when hungry |
B.felt sorry for her mistake |
C.loved playing hide-and-seek |
D.disliked the author’s dad |
A.She was treated as a member of the family. |
B.She played games with anyone she liked. |
C.She was loved by everybody she met. |
D.She went everywhere with the family. |
A.smiled | B.barked. |
C.rushed to them | D.tried to be funny |
A.Shy. | B.Polite. | C.Brave. | D.Caring. |
7 . One of the most important things in the world is friendship. In order to have friends, you have to be a friend. But how can you be a good friend at school?
Listen - Listen when they are talking. Don’t say anything unless they ask you a question. Sometimes it’s not necessary for you to have anything to say; they just need someone to talk to about their feelings.
Help them - If your friend is ever in need of something, be there to help them. You should try to put them first, but make sure you don’t do everything they want you to do. Try to take an extra (额外的) pencil or pen with you to classes in case (以防) they forget one. Have a little extra money in your pocket in case they forget something they need.
Be there for them - Try to make something for your friend to help make them feel better in hard times. Making cards and encouraging them are among the nicest things you can do for a friend. Marilyn Monroe, a famous U.S. actor, once said, “I often make mistakes. Sometimes I am out of control. But if you can’t stay with me at my worst, you are sure not to deserve (值得) to be with me at my best.” Always remember this! If you don’t want to stay with your friends when they’re in hard times, then you don’t deserve to be with them when they’re having a good time!
______ Try to make plans with your friends. Go shopping, go for ice cream, have a party, go to a movie and so on. Take time to know each other even better by doing something you both enjoy. By planning things together, you both can have a good time. And you’ll remember these things when you’re all old!
1. While your friend is talking to you about his or her feelings, you should _____.A.give him or her some advice | B.just listen unless asked |
C.calm him or her down | D.share your feelings as well |
A.try to do everything for them | B.ignore their faults |
C.change their bad habits first | D.put them before ourselves |
A.Life without a friend is death. | B.A friend is easier lost than found. |
C.A friend in need is a friend indeed. | D.A man is known by his friends. |
A.Make plans. | B.Enjoy yourself. |
C.Understand your friends. | D.Play with your friends. |
A.How to find a good friend. | B.How to help friends in trouble. |
C.How to be a good friend. | D.How to make more friends. |
8 . We all need Vitamin (维生素)D because it helps to build and keep strong bones. A lack of it can lead to some bone diseases. As studies show, sunlight is great for making Vitamin D. When you're outdoors, your body will create the Vitamin D you need from direct sunlight on your skin.
In order to get enough Vitamin D, you should get 10-30 minutes of sunlight at a time, several times a week. However, people with darker skin may need a little more time than this. Besides, your exposure (暴露)time in the sunlight should rely on how sensitive your skin is to sunlight. Too much sunlight can be dangerous, for it may cause some bad results, including sunburn, eye damage, and skin problems. If you have to stay in the sunlight for a long time, you should be careful not to let sunlight hurt your skin, so take care to protect your skin with sunscreen before it starts to turn red.
In a word, your ability to make Vitamin D from sunlight depends on the time of day, your skin color, where you live and so on. Keep those in mind when you go out for Vitamin D from sunlight.
1. Why do people need Vitamin D according to Paragraph 1?A.To keep their hair healthy. | B.To make their teeth white. |
C.To make their faces pretty. | D.To keep their bones strong. |
A.doing some exercise | B.losing much weight |
C.staying in the sunlight | D.walking in the moonlight |
A.Lung diseases. | B.Skin problems. |
C.Heart diseases. | D.Breath problems. |
A.防晒霜 | B.防水服 | C.防尘罩 | D.防腐剂 |
A.A story book. | B.A telephone book. |
C.A health magazine. | D.A music magazine. |
9 . A one-armed 13-year-old basketball player in a video moves China. He is Zhang Jiacheng, from Guangdong Province. In the video, facing a taller, stronger, and older opponent (对手),he isn't afraid at all.
Attracted by his good skills in the video, many people even fail to know that Zhang Jiacheng has only one arm. Although the young boy lost one of his arms in an accident, he became crazy about playing basketball at 12. "Work hard or just give up," he always says. Thus, he spent all of his free time on it without considering his body condition.
People's attention has encouraged him to work harder towards his goal---to become a top basketball player "I just keep practising every day to improve myself whether at home or in the playground, he says, "My biggest challenge is to control the ball much better." After only a year of hard practising, Zhang Jiacheng has improved his skills greatly. Through patience, confidence and determination, the young basketball player is getting closer to his life goal.
His effort and courage finally caught the attention of Yi Jianlian, a Chinese professional (MR 业的)basketball player, who shared the video on his own Weibo.
1. Why do people fail to know the boy has only one arm?A.Because his good skills attract people. |
B.Because his life goal encourages people. |
C.Because he jumps to an amazing height. |
D.Because he hides the other arm carefully. |
A.Controlling the ball better. | B.Keeping his balance. |
C.Making some more friends. | D.Getting closer to his family. |
A.To live a comfortable life. | B.To become a top basketball player. |
C.To set up a basketball team. | D.To build a large gym for his school. |
A.Humorous. | B.Confident. | C.Careless. | D.Noisy. |
A.Yi Jianlian's cute pets. | B.Yi Jianlian's courage. |
C.The video's influence. | D.The video's quality. |
10 . An extreme sport is a popular term for certain activities regarded as having a high level of danger. These activities often involve sped, height, and a high level of physical effort. In the past, young athletes would play baseball. Today,they want risk and excitement--the closer to the edge, the better. They snowboard over cliffs and mountains, or bike down steep mountains.
Extreme sports started as an alternative to more expensive sports such as golf. A city kid who couldn’t afford expensive sports equipment could get a skateboard and have fun, but now it has become a whole new area of sports, with specialized equipment and high levels of skill. There is even an Olympics for extreme sports, called the winter X-game, which includes snow. Mountain biking and ice climbing.
What makes extreme sports so popular? People love the risk. City people want to be outdoors on the weekend and do something challenging. The new equipment is so much better that people can take more risks without getting hurt. Sure there's a risk. Once you go mountain biking or snowboarding, it’s impossible to go back to bike riding or skiing. It's just too boring.
Now even the older crowd is staring to join in. Every weekend, groups of friends in their early
30s get together. On weekdays they work as computer programmers in the same office. On weekends they rent mountains together.
Extreme sports are certainly no for everyone. Most people still prefer to play basketball or watch sports on TV. But it has been a fact that, extreme sports are gaining in popularity.
Nowadays more and more young athletes are taking part in the risky activities.
1. All the following sports are X-sports EXCEPTA.ice climbing |
B.snow boarding |
C.skiing |
D.mountain-biking |
A.Risky. |
B.Challenging. |
C.Exciting. |
D.Unskilled. |
A.replacement |
B.activity |
C.equipment |
D.competition |
A.people can get better equipment to make sure they will not get hurt |
B.people are not interested in the traditional sports any more |
C.people want to do something risky after doing the same thing on weekdays |
D.extreme sports are easy to learn and less expensive. |
A.all young people like extreme sports |
B.playing basketball is still a popular game |
C.people prefer extreme sports to traditional sports |
D.bike riding and skiing are boring sports. |