1 . One summer day, as I was heading to the teaching building, I heard someone call my name. I turned around and saw Philip, a counselor at our college, standing with another young man. Philip introduced me to him, Stephen, and reminded me that Stephen would be taking one of my classes.

Stephen looked at me. With a somewhat painful expression, he asked if my class was going to be hard and if he would be able to pass. I introduced all the things that he would be expected to learn. As we talked, I saw Stephen’s eyes getting big with fear.

I told him to do all of his assignments, and to hand them in on time. Rather than being overwhelmed(压倒) by all of the work, I told him the most successful students made a master calendar of all the assignments so they could plan their workload.

As the fall semester went on, I learned more of Stephen’s story. It had taken him longer to finish the assignments than most young people. Family members, including his mother, kept reminding him thathewasafailure.Buthekeptatitanddidn’ttakethemtoheart.Hetoldmethatbeforecomingto our college, no one believed he could manage it.

Stephen didn’t become an A student. However, he managed to pass most of his courses by being in class every day, turning in all of his assignments on time and breaking down his studying into bite-sized parts. By passing course after course, he began to gain a measure of self-confidence.

On his graduation day, he walked up to me, and said,“Thank you.”

1. According to Stephen’s questions to the author, what do we know about Stephen?

A．He had never been an A student.	B．He didn’t want to attend the author’s class.
C．He wasn’t very confident about himself.	D．He couldn’t pass the author’s exam.

2. What can we learn about the author according to the passage?

A．He helped Stephen get an A in his class.

B．He told Stephen how to deal with his studies.

C．He didn’t believe that Stephen could study in college.

D．He wouldn’t have met Stephen without the introduction of Philip.

3. What does the passage mainly tell us about Stephen?

A．He was an average student but hard-working.

B．He was a little stupid and didn’t do well at school.

C．He was far from a top student because of his failure.

D．He was an excellent student, but didn’t have self- confidence.

4. What lesson can we learn from the passage?

A．One bite at a time.	B．Look before you leap.
C．Haste makes waste.	D．A good beginning is half done.

2 . 在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。

Friendship’s Day in India falls on    1    first Sunday of August every year. It is celebrated with many activities.

Young people in India spend the day with their    2    (close) friends and have fun together. Most youngsters in India plan a movie or lunch with their best friends. A large group of friends may also go on a drive to tourist places or make a plan    3    camping. Some friends go to the supermarkets to do some shopping. On Friendship’s Day most stores offer discounted prices for    4    (customer) and it is the perfect day to buy something for friends.

Some friends go to parties    5    (organize) by many restaurants in order to attract youngsters. Such parties are very enjoyable. You can get food at a discounted price. Some friends just decide to meet up at someone’s home and talk about    6    happy time in the past. The time good friends spend    7    (sit) together and talking over a cup of coffee is precious and    8     (forgettable).

Long-distance friends call up each other on this day    9    wish each other with warm feelings. Some of them even plan to meet up on this particular day. Yet some others plan a     10     (surprise) visit just to see their friends in pleasant shock!

4 . 请你用英语与你的同学分享你的一次难忘的旅游经历，要点包括：
1.旅游过程；
2.你的感受。
注意：词数100字左右。
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5 . 假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下短文。短文中共有10处错误，每句中最多有两处。错误涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加：在缺词处加一个漏词符号(∧), 并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线(＼)划掉。
修改： 在错的词下画一横线, 并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：1、每处错误及其修改均仅限一词
2、只允许修改10处，多者(从第11处起) 不计分。

The winter holiday is coming, that makes me very excited. I have been looking forward to relax myself and I’d like to go fishing, climb a high mountain and ride my bicycle. I think I can play football or play the chess with my father as well. How a wonderful time I will have during the winter holiday! And my father has some different opinion. He doesn’t want me go out. He’s afraid that I’ll be knocked down from a truck, fall into rivers, fall off a tree or fight with others. What’s worse, he’s afraid I will get lost. I hate being treated like a bird keeping in a cage. I need freedom and I would try to persuade my father.

6 . 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 about myself. I am happy that I am becoming a _______person.

I think my______started when I was at Palomar College. At first, I just wanted to get my______, and be left alone. I thought I was smarter than everyone else, so I hardly ever______to anyone in my classes. By the end of my first semester, I was really ______. It seemed as if everyone but me had made friends and was having fun. So I tried a(n) _______, I started asking people around me how they were doing, and if they were having trouble I ______to help. That was really a big______for me. By the end of the year, I had several new friends, two of______are still my best friends today.

However, a bigger cause of my new attitude came, when I took a part-time______at a Vista Nursing Home. One old lady there who had Alzheimer disease became my______. Every time I came into her room, she was so______because she thought I was her daughter. Her real daughter never______her, so I took her place. She let me ______ that making others feel good make me feel good, too. When she died, I was_______, but I was very grateful to her.

I think I am a much______person today than I used to be, and I hope I will not ______these experiences. They have ______me to care about other people more than about myself. I______who I am today, and I could not say that a few years ago.

1.

A．since

B．before

C．or

D．unless

2.

A．famous

B．simple

C．different

D．skilled

3.

A．education

B．career

C．tour

D．change

4.

A．balance

B．homework

C．degree

D．interest

5.

A．talked

B．wrote

C．lied

D．reported

6.

A．careful

B．lonely

C．curious

D．guilty

7.

A．argument

B．game

C．experiment

D．defence

8.

A．dared

B．offered

C．hesitated

D．happened

9.

A．dream

B．problem

C．duty

D．step

10.

A．us

B．which

C．them

D．whom

11.

A．work

B．walk

C．job

D．rest

12.

A．friend

B．partner

C．guide

D．guest

13.

A．polite

B．happy

C．strange

D．confident

14.

A．bothered

B．answered

C．visited

D．trusted

15.

A．explain

B．guess

C．declare

D．know

16.

A．homeless

B．heart- broken

C．bad-tempered

D．hopeless

17.

A．quieter

B．busier

C．better

D．richer

18.

A．forget

B．face

C．improve

D．analyze

19.

A．forced

B．preferred

C．ordered

D．taught

20.

A．miss

B．like

C．wonder

D．expect

7 . Among the many things that Brisbane (布里斯班), Australia, does really well, is the care for kids. Here’s a list of places that we think will be suitable for your kids.

Swimming pools

Simple way for happiness: mix kids with water. Of course, this is a choice for the hot summer months.

Parks

Free outdoor fun—that’s what Brisbane’s parks offer kids of all ages. Parks encourage imagination and activity for little people and a place for parents to let them run wild.

The Children’s Art Centre

The Children’s Art Centre has proven very popular with their programs and exhibitions. We love the artist－run workshops and performances (unusually you must pay some money) specially designed for children too.

South Bank Parklands

South Bank Parklands has everything you need to keep little ones amused. Take them for a swim at the man－made beach, play on one of the playgrounds by the river. On weekends, go through the arts market or go to a cheap movie at the South Bank cinema. South Bank Parklands often hosts free events and performances too.

Roma Street Parkland

Close to bus transport, this inner city parkland is easily accessible (可进入的) and ideal for kids of all ages. Younger kids can take a trip on the Jelly Bean Express, a 1.3 km trackless train ride around the parkland or there’s a playground to explore. Free entry and open daily.

Skating and climbing

We love the places that let the kids expend all that youthful energy. Take them roller skating (滑旱冰) or ice skating. Or try rock climbing at a variety of indoor and outdoor places around Brisbane.

1. If your kids want to watch performances for free, you can take them to ________.

A．South Bank Parklands	B．Roma Street Parkland
C．The Children’s Art Centre	D．Parks

2. What can we know about Roma Street Parkland?

A．It opens only at weekends.	B．Only younger kids can visit it.
C．We need not buy tickets for a visit.	D．You have to walk when visiting it.

3. What do kids love best in the Children’s Art Centre in Brisbane ________.

A．Man－made beach	B．Some exhibitions
C．Arts market	D．Cheap movies

8 . San Francisco Fire Engine Tours

San Francisco Winery Tour
Running: February 1st through April 30th

This delicious tour goes through the city on its way to Treasure Island where we will stop at the famous Winery SF. Here you can enjoy 4 pours of some of the best wine San Francisco has to offer.(Included in tickets price)

Departing from the Cannery: Tour times upon request.
Duration(时长): 2 hours
Price: $90
Back to the Fifties Tour
Running: August 16th through August 31st

This tour transports you back in time to one of San Francisco’s most fantastic periods, the 1950s! Enjoy fun history as we take you through San Francisco for a free taste of ice cream.

Departing from the Cannery: 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm
Duration: 2 hours
Price: $90
Spooky Halloween Tour
Running: October 10th through October 31st

Join us for a ride through the historical Presidio district. Authentic fire gear(服装) is provided for your warmth as our entertainers take you to some of the most thrilling parts of San Francisco.

Departing from the Cannery: 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Price: Available upon request
Holiday Lights Tour
Running: December 6th through December 23rd

This attractive tour takes you to some of San Francisco’s most cheerful holiday scenes. Authentic fire gear is provided for your warmth as you get into the holiday spirit.

Departing from the Cannery: 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm
Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Advance reservations required.
1. Which of the tours is available in March?

A．San Francisco Winery Tour.	B．Back to the Fifties Tour.
C．Spooky Hallowen Tour.	D．Holiday Lights Tour.

2. What can tourists do on Back to the Fifties Tours?

A．Go to Treasure Island.	B．Enjoy the holiday scenes.
C．Have free ice cream.	D．Visit the Presidio district.

3. What are tourists required to do to go on Holiday Lights Tour?

A．Take some drinks.	B．Set off early in the morning.
C．Wear warm clothes.	D．Make reservations in advance.

9 . What’s On?

Electric Underground

7.30pm－1.00am   Free at the Cyclops Theatre

Do you know who’s playing in your area? We’re bringing you an evening of live rock and pop music from the best local bands. Are you interested in becoming a musician and getting a recording contract? If so, come early to the talk at 7.30 pm by Jules Skye, a successful record producer. He’s going to talk about how you can find the right person to produce your music.

Gee Whizz

8.30pm-10.30pm   Comedy (喜剧)at Kaleidoscope

Come and see Gee Whizz perform. He’s the funniest stand-up comedian on the comedy scene. This joyful show will please everyone, from the youngest to the oldest. Gee Whizz really knows how to make you laugh! Our bar is open from 7.00pm for drinks and snacks(快餐).

Simon’s Workshop

5.00pm-7.30pm   Wednesdays at Victoria Stage

This is a good chance for anyone who wants to learn how to do comedy. The workshop looks at every kind of comedy, and practices many different ways of making people laugh. Simon is a comedian and actor who has 10 years’ experience of teaching comedy. His workshops are exciting and fun. An evening with Simon will give you the confidence to be funny.

Charlotte Stone

8.00pm-11.00pm     Pizza World

Fine food with beautiful jazz music; this is a great evening out. Charlotte Stone will perform songs from her new best-selling CD, with James Pickering on the piano. The menu is Italian, with excellent meat and fresh fish, pizzas and pasta(面食). Book early to get a table. Our bar is open all day, and serves cocktails, coffee, beer, and white wine.

1. Who can help you if you want to have your music produced?

A．Jules Skye.

B．Gee Whizz.

C．Charlotte Stone.

D．James Pickering.

2. At which place can people of different ages enjoy a good laugh?

A．The Cyclops Theatre

B．Kaleidoscope

C．Victoria Stage

D．Pizza World

3. What do we know about Simon’s Workshop?

A．It requires membership card.	B．It lasts three hours each time.
C．It is run by a comedy club.	D．It is held every Wednesday.

4. When will Charlotte Stone perform her songs?

A．5.00pm-7.30pm.

B．7.30pm－1.00am.

C．8.00pm-11.00pm.

D．8.30pm-10.30pm.

10 . What’s in a logo?

What attracts customers?     1     It is not only the image provided by the packaging that counts but the whole corporate identity (企业形象) of the company.

There are now many products and services on the market which are similar in content though produced by different companies. It is important, therefore, for a company to distinguish itself from its competitors by having a strong company image which is immediately recognizable.

Logos are part of this image.     2     The logo establishes a visual (视觉的) identity for the company, just as different groups of young people express their identity through hairstyles and clothes. All groups from all cultures and throughout the ages have used colors and symbols to show their identity.

    3    Some colors may be connected with coldness in one culture but with warmth in another; some colors represent life in one culture but death in another. International companies have, therefore, to make sure that their logos will not be misunderstood in different countries.

The logos of large international companies are instantly recognizable throughout the world.     4     The design of “Coca­Cola” has not changed since 1886, although the surrounding design has been changed from time to time.

Companies need to have a strong corporate identity. The logo helps to promote this image and to fix it in the minds of the consumers.    5    

A．One of the most famous logos is that of Coca­Cola.

B．Color isn’t a strictly visual element; it’s very psychological.

C．In different cultures, different colors carry different meanings.

D．Logos, therefore, need to be original and to have a certain impact and unique style.

E．There was a time when Coca­Cola was struggling a bit with brand recognition.

F．Obviously the quality of a product does, but visual images contribute a great deal.

G．They are symbols which often include a name or the first letters of it to identify a company.