1 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. When did the woman go to Disneyland?

A．A year ago.

B．Two years ago.

C．Three years ago.

2. Where does the woman suggest the man spend a whole morning?

A．Tomorrowland.

B．The Mountain Train.

C．The Sleeping Beauty Castle.

3. Why did the woman find the castle uninteresting?

A．It was rainy.

B．It was cloudy.

C．It was sunny.

4. What does the woman say about the Mountain Train?

A．It is boring.

B．It is surprising.

C．It is exciting.

2 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why does the woman want to move out of her present flat?

A．It costs her too much.

B．It’s too far from the school.

C．It’s shared by so many roommates.

2. What kind of flat is the woman looking for?

A．One with furniture in it.

B．One having enough space.

C．One where she can live alone.

3. How is the man going to help the woman?

A．To share his own flat with her.

B．To seek a flat in the school.

C．To visit a flat building himself.

3 . 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
1. How did the woman know about the agency?

A．From a colleague.

B．From the newspaper.

C．From the Internet.

2. Why does the woman want to rent a flat on King Street?

A．The rent there is low.

B．The street is quiet at night.

C．The street is near her company.

3. How much does the woman have to pay in advance if she rents the flat?

A．$1,500.

B．$1,600.

C．$1,800.

4. What will the woman do next Wednesday?

A．Have meetings.

B．Go on a business trip.

C．Tour the flat.

4 . 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why can’t the woman stand the man living upstairs?

A．He often knocks on her door.

B．He plays the piano until midnight.

C．He always borrows her things.

2. Who is Susan?

A．The woman’s former classmate.

B．The woman’s neighbor.

C．Jennifer’s former roommate.

3. What will the woman probably do next?

A．Call Susan for help with her roommates.

B．Move into a new apartment.

C．Prepare for her exams.

4. What does the woman say about Susan?

A．She is a great girl.

B．She does well on exams.

C．She sleeps well every night.

5 . Whether you like history or simply learning something new, these four museums are worth paying a visit to.

Tenement Museum

Located in New York, the Tenement Museum showcases the stories of the immigrants and migrants (移民) who came to America between the 1860s and the 1980s. See how they pursued the “American dream.” Their determination and endless desire to carve out a better life not only reflects the depths of the human spirit, but also how America came to be the country it is today.

National Museum of the American Indian

Located in Washington, D.C., the National Museum of the American Indian contains one of the world’s largest collections of native artifacts (手工艺品), photographs and documents. Featuring both ongoing and temporary exhibits, the museum documents many ways American Indians integrated into American history and culture.

Mississippi Civil Rights Museum

The Mississippi Civil Rights Museum in Jackson features eight galleries filled with interactive exhibits that tell the stories of black Mississippians and their fight for equality from 1945 to 1976. You’ll hear the stories of Medgar Evers, Fannie Lou Hamer, and Vernon Dahmer, and you’ll also hear about many men, women and children who fought to be recognized as equals. Artifacts include a “colored” entrance sign, the gun used to shoot Evers, a burned cross, and a button from the 1966 March Against Fear.

The National WWII Museum

In New Orleans’ No. 1 attraction, the National WWII Museum, visitors can see why World War II was fought, explore key moments such as D-Day and the bombing of Pearl Harbor, and put themselves in the shoes of those who had to make difficult decisions during the war. You even can take a 4D journey through the war in “Beyond All Boundaries.”

1. Which museum best suits visitors interested in ongoing and temporary exhibits?

A．Tenement Museum.	B．National Museum of the American Indian.
C．Mississippi Civil Rights Museum.	D．The National WWII Museum.

2. What can we learn about Medgar Evers from the text?

A．He organized the1966 March Against Fear.

B．He joined the army and fought in World War II.

C．He laid down his own life in the fight for equality.

D．He immigrated to the US to pursue his American dream.

3. What is the main purpose of the author writing this text?

A．To recommend people to visit the museums.

B．To make a comparison of the four museums.

C．To remind readers never to forget our past history.

D．To share his own experiences in visiting the museums.

6 . Why does the woman move house?

A．For friendly neighbors.

B．For a convenient location.

C．For a comfortable living environment.

7 . One morning, Wu Liang discovered that her classroom had changed. She found that the desks were no longer in rows, but pushed together to make eight bigger desks. She was so excited about it for the first two days that she couldn’t listen to the teachers carefully. But soon she and her classmates got used to this new classroom arrangement. “Now our class is quieter,” said Wu. “What’s more, we can come up with our own ideas and learn more through discussion. It’s a better way to study.”

Li Yu liked it, too. “Group members first discuss,” he said, “and then present to the whole class. It makes us believe in ourselves.” This was part of a reform (改革) at Li’s school. The school made this reform because they wanted to offer students easier ways to study and more chances to discuss. “Our school hopes to improve students’ abilities to study by themselves and work in groups,” said Zhang Ming, an English teacher.

However, the reform has demanded more from teachers. Now they have only 15 minutes to give a lesson that would have been taught in 45 minutes before. It is difficult to teach in such a short time. The teachers have to find better ways to teach more effectively.

“The reform demands more, but I’m sure it is helpful,” added Zhang Ming.

1. It was easier for Wu Liang to ________ in class after the new classroom arrangement.

A．discuss with other students	B．sit in the classroom
C．push desks together	D．teach a lesson

2. The school made the reform in order to offer students ________ to study.

A．larger space	B．easier ways
C．more seats	D．better classrooms

3. Which of the following sentences is wrong?

A．Wu Liang and her classmates like the new classroom arrangement.

B．The desks are no longer in rows now.

C．The reform has demanded more from teachers.

D．It’s easy for teachers to give a lesson in 15 minutes now.

4. The best title of this passage may be “________”.

A．Discussion in Class	B．New Look in Class
C．Students’ Friendship	D．Teachers’ Hope

8 . There are some palaces in Europe that you may be interested to know about.

Royal Palace of Madrid, Spain

It takes the title of the largest European palace by floor area and it is one of the largest palaces in the world. The Royal Palace of Madrid was built in the 18th century by order of Philip V on the site of the old Alcázar fortress, a former Moorish castle. With over 135,000 square metres and 3,418 rooms, it has seeded centuries of Spanish history. It is one of the few official seats of a head of state that is open to the public.

Royal Palace of Brussels, Belgium

It is a historic and the most wonderful building in Brussels, Belgium, next to Brussels Park. The Royal Palace of Brussels is the King’s main workplace, where he works daily with his staff. A tradition has been established since 1965 to open the Royal Palace of Brussels to the public normally from the 21 July until the beginning of September.

Pena Palace, Portugal

It is the most popular attraction in Sintra, Portugal, and the main reason why so many people visit the small mountain town less than one hour’s drive from the country’s capital city, Lisbon. The colorful palace perched upon a hill looks like something out of a fairy tale. Its yellow and bright red appearance makes Pena Palace one of the most picturesque places in Europe. The UNESCO World Heritage (遗产) site has a rich history that dates all the way back to the Middle Ages.

Palace of Venaria, Italy

It is a former royal living places and gardens located in Venaria Reale, near Turin in the Metropolitan City of Turin of the Piedmont region in northern Italy. It is one of the largest palaces in the world. It is one of the Residences of the Royal House of Savoy, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997.

1. Which palace covers the largest floor area in Europe?

A．Royal Palace of Madrid.	B．Pena Palace.
C．Royal Palace of Brussels.	D．Palace of Venaria.

2. When can tourists visit the Royal Palace of Brussels?

A．In February.

B．In June.

C．In August.

D．In October.

3. What do Pena Palace and Palace of Venaria have in common?

A．They are both in Asia.

B．They are both small palaces.

C．They are both forty minutes’ drive from the capital.

D．They are both listed in the UNESCO World Heritage.

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GUEST ROOMS

Spacious and stylish guest rooms include all necessities for an unforgettable stay. Each guest room features a marble bath, in-room thermostat (恒温器) control, 37-inch HDTV with HD channels and guide, on-demand HD entertainment, a spacious work area, and two telephones with voice mail.

SUITES

Our luxurious, modern suite accommodations arc on high floors and provide all the desirable facilities of our guest rooms while adding spacious living areas and access to our Executive Lounge (贵宾室).

ACCESSIBLE ROOMS

Enjoy added features for your ease of use such as lowered in-room thermostat controls, remote control curtains, raised beds and cither tubs or roll-in showers, which arc all specially designed for the disabled. You will also find desirable facilities such as 37-inch or larger HDTVs, depending on the room type chosen, on-demand HD entertainment, large work spaces, and two telephones with voice mail.

EXECUTIVE LOUNGE

The room is open seven days a week and features daily continental breakfast, snacks in the evenings and continuous coffee and tea service.

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1. Which of the following should be most suitable for a person with disabilities?

A．SUITES.	B．GUEST ROOMS.
C．ACCESSIBLE ROOMS.	D．EXECUTIVE LOUNGE.

2. Which of the following can set the New York Hilton Hotel apart from the rest?

A．The exploration of wilderness.	B．The reception of US presidents.
C．On demand HD entertainment.	D．Remote control curtains.

3. If you are charged $30 more at the New York Hilton Hotel than booking with a travel agency, how much will the hotel give back to you?

A．$80.

B．$50.

C．$30.

D．$ 20.

10 . Libraries are places to preserve cultural heritage, develop information resources and carry out social education. Let’s look at some of the most beautiful libraries in the world.

Vennesla Library and Culture House, Norway

The library is one of the most beautiful libraries in the world. Opened in 2011, this library is an important site for concerts, theatrical performances and film screenings. The design of the library is unique. The building is supported by 27 laminated (层压的) wood arches that hold the roof up.

Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana, Italy

The library is one of the largest and most important libraries in Italy. It preserves one of the most important collections of Greek, Latin and Asian manuscripts (手稿) in the entire world. Some of them are the most precious pieces. The library specializes in Venetian history and classic philology. Its collection of antique maps is also very significant.

Stacja Kultura, Poland

Thanks to a recent restoration, a station that was once in ruins underwent an architectural change. The library might seem unremarkable from the outside, but the innovative project and its division into a train station, public library and cultural center have certainly made this building worth a visit.

Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, United States

The library is the main source of literary archives (档案), ancient manuscripts and rare books at Yale University, and it’s visited by students and researchers from around the world. Completed in 1963, the library is home to the Bollingen Prize for Poetry which is awarded biennially, and the Windham-Campbell Prizes which are awarded annually for fiction, literary essays, poetry, and theater.

1. Which library will attract people interested in the stage?

A．Vennesla Library and Culture House.	B．Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana.
C．Stacja Kultura.	D．Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library.

2. Which aspect makes Stacja Kultura different from the other three libraries?

A．Its architecture.

B．Its collection.

C．Its location.

D．Its original owner.

3. What do the second library and the fourth library have in common?

A．They have a long history.	B．They are favored by movie lovers.
C．They hold some precious treasures.	D．They are the most important libraries.