1 . Mount Hood is the highest mountain in Oregon, a state in the western United States. At 3, 400 meters it is attractive to many people, some of whom, of course, run into trouble. Each year 25 to 50 people have accidents or get lost on Mount Hood and need rescue(营救). Although most of these are understandable accidents, a few result from careless risk-taking.
In one recent case, three experienced climbers went hiking in the middle of a snowstorm in December. Most hikers climb Mount Hood in May or June when the weather conditions are good. But in December, the mountain is covered in snow and ice. Winds up to 135 kilometers per hour blow the snow around, making it difficult to see. Temperatures can drop below freezing. As one rescue worker put it, "What were they thinking? They were just asking for it. "
During a rescue a few years ago, a helicopter full of rescue workers crashed and the rescue workers were almost killed. Linda Carle, who lives in the Mount Hood area, asks, If someone made a muddled decision, why should rescue teams have to risk their lives to save them? Why do people take unnecessary risks and do things that aren't right if they know that they can get into trouble? "
Most of the Mount Hood rescue workers are either volunteers or part of the local police department There is no charge for these rescues. It is the taxpayers who pay the bill. Linda Carle suggests that people who take careless risks and need rescue should ay for the rescue. She fees it is only fir that costs for things like damaged helicopters and medical care for rescuers should be paid for by the people who take the risks. What would you do if you were the local police officer at Mount Hood?
1. What can we learn about Mount Hood?A.It lies in the west of the United States. |
B.It is the highest mountain in the United States. |
C.The best time to climb the mountain is from May to July. |
D.Hundreds of people get lot in the mountain every year. |
A.poor | B.important | C.wise | D.clear |
A.Taxpayers | B.Risk takers | C.Government | D.Police |
A.Advice on stopping people from climbing Mount Hood. |
B.Other serious accidents in Mount Hood. |
C.The requirements of becoming a volunteer. |
D.Some possible ways to solve the problem of rescue costs. |
2 . One day, Jack’s parents told him that his grandpa would retire(退休) after working for forty years. Jack said in surprise,“I’m only seven, so it means grandpa has been…er... a really long time!”
His parents said,“Yes. That’s why we are going to have a surprise party for him. ”
Jack loved his grandpa and wanted to do something special for him. He remembered the business card his grandpa had given him two years before. He knew that his grandpa would no longer have the position(职位) on that card, so he decided to build a new one for his grandpa.
When the big day came, Jack was ready. But he didn’t want to put his gift together with others’. He carried it around with him the whole evening.
When all the other people left,he took his grandpa’s hand and brought him over to a chair and gave him the gift. His grandpa smiled, “Well,it must be a beautiful gift. May I open it now?” “Sure! ”Jack said excitedly.
As his grandpa opened the gift, tears came into his eyes. Jack gave him the greatest gift he had ever got! They were business cards with his new position FULL-TIME GRANDPA! Jack said, “Now your full-time(全职的) job is my grandpa!”
“Well,how much do I get paid?”his grandpa asked,smiling. “As many hugs(拥抱) as you want!” With these words,Jack gave his grandpa a hug. “Well, I guess that means I’m the richest man in the world! ” said his grandpa.
1. Who was going to retire?A.Jack’s grandma. | B.Jack’s grandpa. |
C.Jack’s mother. | D.Jack’s father. |
A.明信片 | B.纸牌 | C.名片 | D.信用卡 |
A.To build a new position for him on the card. |
B.To draw a picture for him. |
C.To sing a song to him. |
D.To buy a gift for him. |
A.Because he would lose his position. |
B.Because he was not loved. |
C.Because he was moved by Jack’s gift. |
D.Because he was unhappy. |
省份 | 四川省 |
位置 | 中国的西南部 面积 486000平方公里(square kilometers) |
省会 | 成都 |
景点 | 有众多的名胜古迹, 其中著名的有: 1. 九寨沟: 位于四川西北, 以湖最为出名, 湖水清澈见底。 2. 都江堰水利工程(the Dujiangyan Irrigation Project), 建于2000多年前, 至今仍发挥着作用。 |
特点 | 1. 气候宜人, 交通便利。 2. 以各式各样的麻辣小吃著名。 |
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4 . The American book Who Moved My Cheese (奶酪) has been a bestseller all over the world. It teaches people how to face changes in their lives. Now its author Spence Johnson has written a book just for teens. The book tells us that when facing change in our lives, like a new school or new friends, don’t be afraid. Instead, use this change to make a better life. The book gives an example of a change at school. A school is changing from having two terms to three terms because there are too many students.
Several teens are talking about this. Most of them are unhappy and worried. But Chris is not. He laughs and tells a story about two mice, two “little people” and some cheese.
The four are in a maze looking for the cheese. Here, cheese means something important in life, like moving to a new class or getting into college. But they find the cheese is gone. The mice realize that they can’t change what has happened and have to find more cheese. This means finding different dreams. The little people, however, can’t do this. They are afraid of change so they find no cheese.
After Chris finishes the story, the friends understand one thing: to get more cheese, move in a new direction quickly. His friends understand how this can be used in the changes all teens face, such as doing well at school or having good relationships or just feeling good about yourself.
1. The book Who Moved My Cheese is ________.A.written all over the world | B.read across the world |
C.sold only in America | D.loved only by teens |
A.Never change in our life | B.Change when you like to do |
C.Change with the changes | D.Pay attention to the changes |
A.Mice and little people | B.students |
C.Cheese | D.Readers |
A.The author is Britain. |
B.There are three terms in every school. |
C.Most teens don’t understand Chris’ story. |
D.The book tells teens how to face changes in their lives. |
5 . TOURNAMENT OF ROSES ——5 Days Los Angeles
Day 1 Los Angeles.( Sun.Dec.30)
Welcome to Los Angeles! This evening mixes with your traveling friends at the welcome reception.
Day 2 Los Angeles.( Mon.Dec.31)
Head to Pasadena for the always colorful ROSE BOWL FAMILY FESTIVAL and watch the floats (彩车)decorated with tens of thousands of flowers. This afternoon, you can take the included visit to the GETTY MUSEUM.This evening, join your travelling friends at a special New Year’s Eve DINNER AND DANCE GALA (盛会), complete with hats, party favors and live music. You’ll toast the New Year a little early tonight to consider an early morning departure (离开) to the Rose Parade.
Day 3 Los Angeles.Tournament of Roses Parade ( Tue.Jan.1)
Happy New Year! Get ready for one of the world’s most popular parades, and you’ll see it live! Globus has booked the GRANDSTAND SEATS at the beginning of the parade route for a good view. See the wonderful colorful floats, marching bands from around the world, and the famous people.
Day 4 Los Angeles.( Wed.Jan.2)
This morning view the individual floats in the POST PARADE VIEWING AREA. For many this is the most exciting part of the entire event. Be sure to bring your camera and plenty of film! Another special dinner tonight—a special GLOBUS FAREWELL CELEBRATION DINNER.
Day 5 Los Angeles.( Thu.Jan.3)
The tour ends today, with tour guests departing on individual schedules.
1. What activity can visitors enjoy on Dec.31?A.Tournament of Rose Parade. |
B.A farewell celebration dinner. |
C.Post parade viewing area. |
D.A dinner and dance gala. |
A.Day 2. | B.Day 4 | C.Day 3 | D.Day 5 |
A.textbook | B.news report |
C.travel guide | D.history magazine |
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A.They | B.use | C.the family | D.name |
9 . I used to be a very self-centered person, but in the past two years I have really changed. I have started to think about other people
I think my
A bigger cause of my new
I think I am a much
A.since | B.before | C.or | D.unless |
A.famous | B.simple | C.different | D.skilled |
A.education | B.career | C.tour | D.change |
A.balance | B.homework | C.degree | D.interest |
A.talked | B.wrote | C.lied | D.reported |
A.careful | B.lonely | C.curious | D.guilty |
A.argument | B.game | C.experiment | D.defence |
A.dared | B.offered | C.hesitated | D.happened |
A.dream | B.problem | C.duty | D.step |
A.us | B.which | C.them | D.whom |
A.attitude | B.hobby | C.hope | D.luck |
A.friend | B.partner | C.guide | D.guest |
A.polite | B.happy | C.strange | D.confident |
A.bothered | B.answered | C.visited | D.trusted |
A.explain | B.guess | C.declare | D.see |
A.homeless | B.heart broken | C.bad-tempered | D.hopeless |
A.quieter | B.busier | C.better | D.richer |
A.forget | B.face | C.improve | D.analyze |
A.forced | B.preferred | C.ordered | D.taught |
A.miss | B.like | C.wonder | D.expect |