1 . （以下为A(易),B(难)两种题型，任选一种，做A种题型的不做B种，做B种题型的不做A种)
New Movies You Need to Know About This Month
Sherpa
Type： Documentary
Release Date: Friday, December 18, 2015
Duration: 96 mins
"Unforgettable"…"unbelievably absorbing".With praise like that, this doc looks like a can't-miss. Director Jennifer Peedom travelled to Nepal in 2014 to film the climbing season from the point of view of the local people一Sherpas. During the climbing, a disaster struck killing 16
Sunset Song
Type: Drama
Release Date: Friday, December 4, 2015
Duration; 135 mins
The classic 1932 Srnttish romantic novel is adapted into a beautiful film by Director Terence Davies. In only her second film role, London supermodel Agyness Deyn proves her talent for acting as the daughter of a farming family who must live on all             by herself when both her parents are killed.
When Harry Met Sally
Type: Comedy
Release Date: Friday, December 11，2015
Duration：95 mins
The perfect一and we do mean perfect一romantic comedy returns ________________________________________________________________________________ .The script, written by the much missed writer and director Nora Ephron, who died in 2012, is a joy.
Snoopy and Charlie Brown:The Peanuts Movie
Type: Animation
Release Date: Monday, December 21, 2015
Duration: 93 mins
The most loveable character of them all, Charlie Brown, is back on the big screen with a story written by Craig Schulz. His father Charles Schulz created the famous cartoon character一Snoopy in the 1950s. We really look forward to this hit, but is             the 3D really necessary?
Please click here for more information.
(以下是A种题型)
1. Where is the text probably taken from?

A．A book review.

B．A popular website.

C．A science report.

D．A fashion magazine.’

2. What is the underlined word "doc" short for?

A．Document.	B．Dock.
C．Documentary.	D．Doctor.

3. Who is the leading actress of the coming comedy?

A．Jennifer Peedom.	B．Agyness Deyn.
C．Billy Crystal.	D．Meg Ryan.

4. What might be the topic of the film When Harry Met Sally?

A．Love.	B．Sports.
C．Work.	D．Family.

5. What is the writer's attitude towards the 3D effect of The Peanuts Movie?

A．Active.	B．Unsure.
C．Unknown.	D．Definite.

2 . 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项。
A

Captain Goodfellow Do your children enjoy interesting stories, funny games, and exciting dances? Captain Goodfellow will be ready to teach all these things to children of all ages at the City Theatre on Saturday morning at 10:00, FREE.

Walking Tour of the Town Forget your worries on Saturday morning. Take a beautiful walk and learn about local history. Meet at the front entrance of the City Hall at 9:30. Wear comfortable shoes!

Film at the Museum Two European films will be shown on Saturday afternoon at the Museum Theatre. See Broken Window at 1:30. The Workers will be at 3:45. For further information, call 4987898.

International Picnic Are you tired of eating the same food every day? Come to the Central Park on Saturday and enjoy food from all over the world. Delicious and not expensive. Noon to 5:00 pm.

Do You Want to Hear “The Zoo” “The Zoo”, a popular rock group from Australia, will give their first US concert tomorrow night at 8 at Rose Hall, City College.

1. You can send your children to Captain Goodfellow to learn dances ________________.

A．on Sunday afternoon	B．at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday
C．at 9:30 every day	D．at noon before 5:00 p.m.

2. You can see movies at ________________.

A．the Museum Theatre	B．the City College
C．the City Theatre	D．the Central Park

3. You can probably eat Chinese, Italian, and Arab food ________________.

A．at the front entrance of the City Hall

B．at the ball game

C．at 8:00 p.m.

D．at the Central Park on Saturday

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1. What is Life Without Limits about?

A．It shows readers what Lucinda Bassett is.

B．It encourages readers to realize their dreams.

C．It describes how hard the actual life is.

D．It implies it is hard to control your life.

2. Lucinda Bassett works as all the following except _______.

A．hostess

B．teacher

C．writer

D．businesswoman

3. We can conclude from the last paragraph that _______.

A．Lucinda has made a lot of money from the book

B．all the customers have some mental problems

C．Lucinda talks with the customer face to face

D．all the customers don’t agree with what Lucinda wrote will change.

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If you are aged 24-25 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 programme 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.
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 programmes. Music production experience in radio in 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
1. We learn from the ads that the Enterprise Shopping Centre needs a person who ____.

A．is aged between 24 and 40

B．can work for about a month

C．should deal with general duties

D．may do some training work

2. Which position is open to recent school graduates?

A．Producer, London Kiss.

B．Father Christmas.

C．Accountants Assistant.

D．Software Trainer.

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

A．One having good computer knowledge.

B．One with some office experience.

C．One with GCSE grade C level.

D．One trained in producing music programmes.

5 . INTERNATIONAL TRADE OF POLAND
EXPORTS

1. Considering all imports and exports, what statement can be made about Poland’s trade?

A．Poland imports food and exports natural materials.

B．Poland imports natural materials and exports manufactured goods.

C．Poland imports manufactured goods and exports natural materials.

D．Poland imports manufactured goods and exports food.

2. With which of the following does Poland carry on the most trade?

A．Asia.	B．Africa.
C．Middle East.	D．the United States.

3. Judging from its economy, it could be concluded that most of Poland’s working people are _________.

A．farmers	B．fishing people
C．skilled factory workers	D．unskilled laborers

6 . Happy birthday
The China National Opera (CNO) will give a concert to celebrate its 50th birthday.
Different generations of CNO vocalists, like Li Guangxi , Yao Hong and Ma Mei, will present the concert which will feature both songs from famous Chinese operas like “The White-haired Girl” and “The Hundredth Bride”, as well as, arias (咏叹调) of such Western opera classics as “Madame Butterfly”, “La Traviata” and “Rigoletto”.
Time/ date : 7:30 pm , September 7, 8
Location : Tianqiao Theatre
Tel : 6551-4787, 8315-6170
Tickets : 60—500 yuan (US $7.2— 60.2)
Folk music
A concert will be held to feature some recently composed traditional Chinese music works.
The concert, given by the Folk Orchestra of the China Opera and Ballet Theatre, will include such pieces as “Memory of Childhood ”, “Memorial Ceremony for God ”and “Wine Song”.
Time/date: 7:30pm, September 13
Location: Concert hall at the National Library of China
Tel: 6848 –5462, 6841-9220
Tickets: 30-200 yuan (US$3.6-24.1)
Moon music
A concert of traditional Chinese music will be given on the eve of the Moon Festival which falls on September 21st this year.
The concert will feature a number of famous pieces centered on the theme of the moon, such as “Moonlight”,“Spring night on a Moonlit River” and “Lofty Mountain and Flowing River.”
A number of established traditional Chinese music performers like Zhou Yaokun and Fan Weiqing, will play solos as well as collaborate (合作) with the folk music orchestra.
Time / date: 7:30 pm, September 21st
Location: Grand Theatre of the Cultural Palace of Nationalities
Tel: 6606—8888, 6606—9999
If interested, please book the tickets as soon as possible.
1. If you want to buy tickets for listening to the music “Memory of Childhood”,
you will dial ______.

A．6551—4787	B．6848—5462
C．8315—6170	D．6606—9999

2. From this passage, we can learn the purpose of the writer is ______.

A．to praise the musicians

B．to celebrate its 50th birthday

C．to advertise for the three concerts

D．to express his interests

3. In which column of a newspaper can we find this article?

A．Entertainment.	B．People.
C．Culture.	D．Sports.

7 . This March is a busy month in Shanghai. There’s a lot to do. Here are the highlights.
Live Music—Late Night Jazz
Enjoy real American jazz from Herbie Davis, the famous trumpet player. He’s coming with his new 7-piece band, Herbie’s Heroes. Herbie is known to play well into the early hours, so don’t expect to get much sleep. This is Herbie’s third visit to Shanghai. The first two were sold out, so get your tickets quickly.

Scottish Dancing
Take your partners and get ready to dance till you are tired. Scottish dancing is fun and easy to learn.
Instructors will demonstrate the dances. The live band, Gordon Stroppie and the Weefrees, are also excellent.

Exhibitions—Shanghai Museum
There are 120,000 pieces on show here. Your can see the whole of Chinese history under one roof. It’s always interesting to visit, but doubly so at the moment with the Egyptian Tombs exhibition. There are lots of mummies and more gold than you’ve ever seen before. Let us know if you see a mummy move!

Dining –Sushi chef in town
Sushi(寿司) is getting really big in Shanghai. In Japan, it’s become an art form. The most famous Sushi ‘artist’ is Yuki Kamura. She’s also one of the few female chefs in Japan. She’ll be at Sushi Scene all of this month.

For a full listing of events, see our website.
1. Suppose you are going to attend an activity at 8:00p.m. on Saturday, which one can you choose?

A．Live Music—Late Night Jazz

B．Scottish dancing

C．Exhibitions –Shanghai Museum

D．Dining—Sushi chef in town

2. Which of the following is true according to the advertisements?

A．Scottish dancing is so interesting and easy that it never tires you out .

B．The performance given by the American jazz band won’t last long .

C．Sushi is not popular in Shanghai as it is a kind of Japanese traditional food.

D．It is more interesting to visit Shanghai Museum for the exhibits from Egypt.

3. From the text we may learn that Kamura is _________.

A．a cook	B．a waitress
C．an musician	D．an artist

8 . Special Events This Weekend
Captain Good Fellow
Do your children enjoy interesting stories, funny games, and exciting dances? Captain Good Fellow will be ready to teach all these things to children of all ages at the City Theatre on Saturday morning at 10:00, free.
Walking Tour of the Town
Forget your worries on Saturday morning. Take a beautiful walk and learn about local history. Meet at the front entrance of City Hall at 9:30. Wear comfortable shoes!
Films at the Museum
Two European films will be shown on Saturday afternoon at Museum Theatre. See Broken Window at 1:30. The Workers will be at 3:45. For further information, call 4987879.
International Picnic
Are you tired of eating the same food every day? Come to Central Park on Saturday and enjoy food from all over the world. Delicious and not expensive. Noon to 5:00 pm.
Do You Want to Hear “The Zoo”?
“The Zoo”, a popular rock group from Australia, will give their first US concert tomorrow night at 8:00 at Rose Hall, City College.
1. If you are going on the Walking Tour, don’t forget        .

A．your comfortable shoes

B．your beautiful walk

C．your learning about local history

D．your worries

2. Where can you see movies?

A．At City College.	B．At Museum Theatre.
C．At City Theatre.	D．At Central Park.

3. You can probably eat Chinese, Italian, and Arab food        .

A．at City Hall	B．at Rose Hall
C．at City College	D．at Central Park

9 . If you’re a foreigner looking for a place that has everything, there’s only one place to visit, and that’s New York. It’s a whole world in a city.
The World of Theater
All of New York is a stage, and it begins with Broadway. Where else can you find so many shows in one place? Only in New York !
The World of Music
Spend an evening with Beethoven at Lincoln Center. Swing to the great jazz of Greenwich Village. Or rock yourself silly at the hottest dance spots found anywhere.
The World of Art
From Rembrandt to Picasso. From Egyptian tombs to Indian teepees. Whatever kind of art you like, you will find it in New York.
The World of Fine Dining
Whether it is roast Beijing Duck in Chinatown, Lasagna in Little Italy, or the finest French coq au vin(chicken cooked in wine) found anywhere, there is a world of great taste waiting for you in New York.
The World of Sights
What other city has a Statue of Liberty? A Rockefeller Center? Or a Bronx Zoo? Where else can you take a horse-drawn carriage through the Central Park? Only in New York!
1. What do you think the underlined word Rembrandt was / is?

A．A musician.	B．A place in the World of Art
C．A place in New York.	D．An artist.

2. Which of the following programs can a visitor have only in New York?

A．To spend an evening with Beethoven.

B．To see the Statue of Liberty.

C．To taste the finest French coq au vin.

D．To enjoy the Beijing roast duck.

3. The purpose of writing this text is to ___________ .

A．help the readers get a better understanding of New York

B．supply the readers with some information about New York jobs

C．try to persuade the readers to visit New York

D．tell the readers where New York lies

10 .

Museum of the Moving Image ( MMI ) ( Monday Closed ) As the best museum in New York City and with a balance of hands-on（实际操作的）activities and information , it’s the rare bird that can entertain and educate people of different ages . It’s a perfect destination for a family trip of a couple of hours . Pros—Excellent movie screenings . Easy subway access . Cons—Difficult to reach by car .

New York Hall of Science ( NYHS ) ( Monday Closed ) Being New York City’s only hands-on science and technology center , it is an interactive science museum focusing on its audience of children . It has the most hands-on exhibits in an NYC museum , and it’s a fun destination for ages 5 and up . Older folks might take great interest in the NASA rockets outside the museum , but don’t bother unless you’ve kids to keep you company . Pros—Cool interactive science exhibits , the rockets . Cons—Hard to reach by public transportation .

Queens County Farm Museum ( QCFM ) ( Year-round 7 days a week ) It is an actual farm in New York City and home to animals your kids can feed and a yard full of a climbing plant whose fruit can be made into wine . Good chance to meet sheep , goats , pigs , chickens and cows ! The animals are mostly readily accessible to visitors . And the museum sells food for young hands willing to get licked by sheep and goats . Pros—Outdoor fun . Cons—Expensive festivals , long bus ride , no subway .

Queens Museum of Art ( QMA ) ( Monday and Tuesday Closed ) Opened in 1972 to serve as a cultural center for the borough（行政区）, it exhibits art by local and international artists . Its best exhibits are on the two World’s Fairs , and of course , the Panorama of New York City , a giant , highly detailed diorama（透景画）of all five New York City boroughs . Pros—The Panorama , great gift shop . Easy subway access . Cons—Not much for kids .

1. The least likely choice for 5-year-old Jack to make among the museums is __________ .

A．QMA

B．TNYHS

C．TMMI

D．QCFM

2. According to the text , which of the following is NOT true ?

A．All the museums mentioned above lie in New York City .

B．No other museum in New York City is better than MMI .

C．NYHS has the most hands-on activities in America .

D．Lucky visitors can see grapes in one of the museums .

3. In which museum can you enjoy outdoor fun ?

A．MMI .

B．QCFM .

C．NYHS .

D．QMA .