1 . Top lists are lecturing people on everything from "100 books to read ". Aren't you just tired of being told what to do with your time? Now you have a list to end all lists!
Take a look at the following two examples from the list of "101 things not to do":
Swim with Dolphins(海豚)?

Swimming with dolphins is one of the world’s most profitable tourist activities. However, every dolphin will welcome having their busy, tiring day interrupted by tourists screaming pushing around them in the water.Worse yet, when dolphins get too near to the boats loaded tourists, they could get caught up in ropes and killed by propellers(螺旋桨).

Here’s a little secret. Dolphins look like smiling at you, but actually they’re just opening mouths.
Go to See the Mona Lisa?

There must be something about the mysterious(神秘的) smile. The 6 million people who visit the lady in the Louvre every year can’t all be wrong after all. But they can be quite annoying standing in front of you, holding up their cameras to prevent you from seeing anything. In fact, it is hard for you to see the painting clearly because you have to stay away from it for security reasons. After queuing for hours, many tourists can remain in front of the painting only for 15 seconds most.If the mysterious lady in the picture knew her fate, she wouldn’t just be smiling, she laughing. So, still long to see the Mona Lisa? If you want to find out more about the list, read 101 Tings NOT to Do Before You Die. Visit www.not2dobeforeidie.co.uk and buy the book at a 20% discount.

1. According to the passage, swimming with dolphins________.

A．is the world’s most popular tourist activity

B．gives fun to both tourists and dolphins

C．will make tourists busy and tired

D．can cause danger to dolphins

2. What does the author think about going to see the Mona Lisa?

A．It is wrong to go and see the mysterious smile.

B．It is not as satisfying as expected.

C．Fifteen seconds in front of the painting is enough.

D．Queuing for hours is worthwhile.

3. The list of “101 things not to do” is made most probably because its author_______.

A．thinks it boring to do the things suggested by other lists

B．believes other lists are not humorous enough

C．intends to persuade people to read more lists

D．wants to provide a list different from other lists

4. What is the main purpose of the passage?

A．To advertise a book.

B．To introduce a website.

C．To comment on popular lists.

D．To recommend tourist activities.

2 . Advertisement
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★Part-time Laboratory Assistant Wanted. Required by busy electronics company to help with development of computer. Should have an electronics degree and some practical experience of working in an electronics laboratory. Hours 9:30am-1:00pm, Mon.-Fri. Fourteen days, paid leave. Salary 6,598-10,230 dependent on experience. Letter of application to: Mrs G Chan, NOVA ELECTRONICS, 45 Gordon RD, Hung Hom Knowloon.
1. The one who puts on the first advertisement probably wants to ______.

A．rent a beautiful flat of her own in Happy Valley

B．find another lady to share the cost to rent a flat

C．share her room in a flat with whoever has no pet

D．find a maid to look after herself

2. According to the advertisements, you may _______.

A．buy an old picture for $150

B．call 25720836 to see a beautiful lake

C．buy two armchairs for $400

D．hire a maid （女佣）by paying $6,800

3. If you want to buy some old furniture, you should   ______.

A．get in touch with NOVA ELECTRONICS

B．call 2524-5867 any day except Monday

C．do it before you move to another place

D．call either 2524-5867 on Monday or 2521-6011 on Saturday

4. Once you get a part-time job in NOVA ELECTRONICS,   _______.

A．you will be given 14 days off each year besides weekends

B．you will get $6,598 each month no matter how experienced you are

C．your have to work at least 8 hours a day

D．you should write a letter of application to Mrs G Chan

3 .

Elixir Written by Eric Walter Twelve-year-old Roth become a friend of Dr. Banting and his Assistant, Mr. Best who are in search of a cure for diabetes(糖尿病). She finds herself torn between her sympathy for the animals. Being experimented on and her friendship with Banting and Best.

George Washington Carver Written by Elizabeth Macleod Meet the “Peanut specialist”, George Washington Carver, the inventor and professor who made over and above 25 products out of peanuts. Through his agricultural research, he also greatly improved the lives of countless black farmers in the southern United States. See also MacLeod’s Albert Einstein: A life of Genius.

The Inuit Thought of it :Amazing Arctic Innovation Written by Alootook Ipellie and David MacD1. Explore more than one can help0 ideas necessary to Inuit survival. From ideas familiar to us today to inventive concept that shaped their lives, celebrate the creativity of a remarkably intelligent people. Also see other books: the Chinese thought of it by Tingxing Ye and A Native American Thought of it by Rocky Landon and David MacDonald.

Made in Canada:101 Amazing Achievements Written by Bew Spencer What things do we use daily that have a Canadian connection? Here are 101common things that were invented in Canada or by a Canadian, including the Blackberry, alkaline (碱) batteries the Blue Box recycling program.

Newton and the Time Machine Written by Michael McGowan Ten-year-old boy Newton has invented a time machine to see dinosaur up close. But it disappear on a test run with his two huge friends, King Herbert and Queen Certrude in it! Can he save them before time runs out?

1. Which of the following best describes Roth’s feeling in Book 1?

A．Painful	B．Curious
C．Frightened	D．Disappointed.

2. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A．Animals are mentioned in Book 1 and Book 5.

B．Book 3 introduces 40 inventive concepts.

C．Alkalines batteries were invented by Dr. Banting.

D．George Washington Carver was a black farmer in the US.

3. In Book 5, King Herbert and Queen Certrude are_____________

A．Newton’s human friends	B．the names of the time machine
C．two dinosaurs	D．the inventors of the time machine

4. If you are interested in native Americans, you may read the book by____________.

A．Elizabeth Macleod	B．Eric Walters
C．Rocky Landon & David MacDonald	D．Bev Spencer

4 . When you're on the go, your best friend and resource can be your phone. In the age of smart phones, apps are like guiding stars: They can point you in the right direction for a hotel, list expenses, send postcards, and much more. When used together, these apps can be the basic travel tool, placing a wealth of information at your fingertips no matter where you are on the planet. U.S. News Travel has picked the essential travel apps, known for their utility and reliability. Best of all, they cost absolutely nothing.
Trip It
Your Personal Travel Agent
Be your own travel agent and plan every detail of your trip—from car rental to accomadating restaurants—with Trip It. You can make travel schedule by hand, or simply forward the email confirmations of your flight, rental car, train tickets, and hotels to plans.
Weather Free
Your Go-To Meteorologist(气象学者)
Stop trying to explain the weather forecast on the evening news (particularly when it's in a foreign language). The Weather Free app informs you (in English) of the climate in various locations. It features the local weather, and other key factors that will inform your decision about what to wear before stepping outside.
Goby
Your Event Guru
When you're in a foreign city, you sometimes look around and ask: Where are all the people? Goby has the answer. This app pinpoints the neighborhood hot spots (including museums, hotels, eateries, and more) in your neighborhood. But its true value comes in finding nearby events. You'll discover concerts, plays, and more right around the corner.
1. What is the advantage of using travel apps picked by the U.S. News Travel?

A．They can solve any problem you come across.

B．They reduce your travel budget.

C．They exercise your fingertips.

D．They are reliable and free of charge.

2. With the help of the travel apps used together, travelers can do the following things EXCEPT__________.

A．rent a car

B．decide what to wear

C．look for a friend while traveling

D．find the nearby museums

3. Where are the readers likely to read the passage above?

A．In a geography textbook

B．In a science and technology magazine

C．On a popular website

D．In a business report

5 . Share   with   us!
Would you like to have your writing published in this magazine?
Then let us know! We pay for stories, anecdotes and jokes:
Anecdotes and Jokes
$50
What’s made you laugh recently? A funny sign? A colleague’s behaviour? Got a joke? Send it in for Laughter is the Best Medicine!
Email: Juliet@sws.com
Smart Animals
Up to $100
Send us a tale about the strange behaviour of unique pets or wildlife in up to 300 words.
Email: audrey@sws.com
Power of Love
Up to $150
Acts of generosity can change lives or just give you that warm feeling full of love. Share your moments in 100-500 words.
Email: susan@sws.com
My Story
$350
Do you have an inspiring or life-changing story to tell? Your story must be true, unpublished, original and 800-1000 words.
Email: nanjc@sws.com
For more information, please visit: http://www.sws.com./share
1. How much will the magazine pay for a joke to be published?

A．$50.

B．$100.

C．$150.

D．$350.

2. If you want to share a story of your pets with the readers, you need to submit it to ________.

A．Anecdotes and Jokes	B．Smart Animals
C．Power of Love	D．My Story

3. A story showing people’s generosity should be emailed to the editor at ________.

A．juliet@sws.com	B．susan@sws.com
C．Audrey@sws.com	D．nanjc@sws.com

4. An inspiring story sent to the magazine should ________.

A．describe strange behaviour	B．contain less than 800 words
C．be real and original	D．be published before

6 . Sydney Airport International Terminal-Arrivals Area

SPECIALTY RETAIL

Newslink: Two separate Newslink stores cater to all your reading needs including newspapers, magazines and the latest bestsellers.

Downtown Duty Free: Make sure you shop at Downtown Duty Free for great savings on a range of items including perfume, alcohol, skincare and cigarettes. It’s your last chance before customs.

Beach Culture: A must for those who go into the Latest in beach clothing. Top surf, street and fashion labels including Mambo, Stussy and Quicksilver, including children’s sizes.

DINING

Blue Sky Care: Speedy service leaves you time to keep an eye on the arrivals gate. Morning pastries, fresh juice, breakfast rolls and coffee while you wait.

McDonald’s: hamburgers, fries, drinks, muffins and shakes—all your family favorites. Breakfast served until 10:30 a. m.

SERVICES

ATM: ATMs are conveniently located throughout Arrival and Departures. Dollars, pounds, francs and RMB are all available.

Vodafone Rentals: This communication center offers the very latest technology for mobile phone rentals, sales and servicing.

1. Where is this passage likely to appear?

A．A morning newspaper.

B．A monthly magazine.

C．A geography book.

D．An official guide.

2. The underlined phrase “cater to” probably means ______.

A．satisfy	B．afford
C．support	D．help

3. If you want to have some coffee while waiting for your flight, you can go to ______.

A．Vodafone Rentals	B．Blue Sky Cafe
C．Downtown Duty Free	D．McDonald’s

4. At Beach Culture you can buy ______.

A．newspapers and magazines

B．skincare and cigarettes

C．Mambo and Stussy

D．fresh juice and breakfast rolls

5. Which of the following is true according to the text?

A．You can have breakfast at McDonald’s at 11:00 a. m..

B．You’ll save money if you buy alcohol or perfume at Downtown Duty Free.

C．You’ll not find any beach clothing for your seven-year-old boy in Beach Culture.

D．There is only one ATM throughout Arrivals and Departure.

7 . French lessons in France
Whatever your level is, choosing to take French lessons in France is the best way to learn French. Place yourself in the local culture and practice your newly found skills in your free time.
You will be taught by native (本地的) French speakers who have a love for teaching and use excellent teaching techniques. Lessons are interesting and you will speak French on the first day both inside and outside the classroom.
Learners
● Suitable for all levels from beginners to advanced (高级的)
● Over 18 years old
Class Schedule (课表)
● Classes start on Mondays and run throughout the summer.
● Please arrive at the school by 8:15 am on your first day for a short level test. It will help to place you in the right class.
● Classes run from Monday to Friday each week.
● Classes start at 8:45 am each day depending on your level.
● You will have 3 classes per day lasting 55 minutes each.
● You will have a short break between classes.
Free Time and Tours
● The school offers a lot of cultural activities throughout the week. These activities can include cooking lessons, wine and cheese tasting, visits to Paris, cycling, movies and much more.
● You will have plenty of free time to explore (探索) the local area and practice your newly found language skills or just relax on this learning holiday with a difference.
Other Information
● You should bring a small dictionary, pens and paper with you.
Get more from your holiday, have fun, meet new people and take home a new language skill that will stay with you forever.
1. What is special about the French courses?

A．They are taught in small groups.

B．The teachers are young French speakers.

C．People learn French in and out of class.

D．They will offer a wine tasting license.(执照)

2. On the first day, the students should ______.

A．take a language test	B．pay for their study
C．do a survey	D．introduce themselves to the class

3. How many lessons are there in a week?

A．21.

B．30.

C．15.

D．12.

4. We can learn from the text that the course ______.

A．is not suitable for teenagers

B．offers cooking classes as well

C．provides dictionaries for students

D．has a short game between classes

8 . Wanted，Someone for a Kiss
We’re looking for producers to join us on the sound of London Kiss 100 FM．You’ll work on the station’s music programs．Music production experience in radio is necessary，along with rich knowledge of modern dance music．Please apply in writing to Producer Vacancies，Kiss 100．
Father Christmas
We’re looking for a very special person，preferably over 40，to fill our Father Christmas suit．
Working days：Every Saturday from November 24 to December 15 and every day from December 17 to December 24 except Sundays，10∶ 30 －16∶ 00．
Excellent pay．
Please contact the Enterprise Shopping Centre，Station Parade，Eastbourne．
Accountants Assistant
When you join the team in our Revenue Administration Unit，you will be providing assistance within all parts of the Revenue Division，dealing with post and other general duties．If you are educated to GCSE grade C level we would like to talk to you．This position is equally suitable for a school leaver or for somebody who has office experience．
Wealden District Council
Software Trainer
If you are aged 24—45 and have experience in teaching and training，you could be the person we are looking for．You should be good at the computer and have some experience in program writing．You will be allowed to make your own decisions，and to design courses as well as present them．Pay upwards of ￡15，000 for the right person．Please apply by sending your CV （简历）to Mrs．R．Oglivie，Palmlace Limited．
1. Who should you get in touch with if you hope to work in a radio station?

A．Wealden District Council．	B．Producer Vacancies，Kiss 100．
C．The Enterprise Shopping Centre．	D．Mrs Oglivie，Palmlace Limited．

2. We learn from the ads that the Enterprise Shopping Centre needs a person who              ．

A．is aged between 24 and 40	B．may do some training work
C．should deal with general duties	D．can work for about a month

3. Which position is open to recent school graduates?

A．Accountants Assistant．	B．Father Christmas．
C．Producer，London Kiss．	D．Software Trainer．

4. What kind of person would probably apply to Palmlace Limited?

A．One with GCSE grade C level．

B．One having good computer knowledge.

C．One with some office experience．

D．One trained in producing music programs．