1 . How to read more and learn more

Today, more and more Chinese people enjoy sending and receiving messages on the phone. It can help them to get the latest news and communicate with friends. But I think I should read more books besides the textbooks, the more, the better. It can open my eyes and improve my language skills.     1     Do you know how to read more and learn more? Here are some tips for you.

◆ Clear your purpose for reading

    2     Most people read for two main reasons, pleasure or knowledge. Clearing about your reading purpose can not only help you choose the books you really need to read, but also remind you why reading the book is important to you, so you will keep reading and complete the book faster.

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No matter what you are reading, it is important to enjoy what you read. Your friends may tell you the books they love, but those books might not necessarily be the ones you enjoy.

◆ Give up books that you don’t enjoy

You may have chosen books that you are interested in, and they are right to your purpose. But while you are reading them, there may still be some books that you don’t enjoy reading. Whenever you realize that you aren’t enjoying the book you are reading, give it up.     4    

◆ Set a reading goal

It is interesting that I read the books borrowed from libraries faster than those I bought. The reason is the books I bought don’t have a due date! I don’t need to return those books.     5     Before you read each book, ask yourself what time you need to complete this book by.

A．Read only what you are interested in

B．Read the books borrowed from others.

C．Remember reading shouldn’t be a chore (烦恼事).

D．Of course, it also can help me to get good grades.

E．We need to get the latest news and communicate with friends.

F．Before you start reading, ask yourself why you are reading this book.

G．Having a reading goal helps you work out how much reading you need to do in a week or even a day.

2 . 阅读下面材料，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。

Have you ever had problems in your life? Have you ever wondered how to be happy? If so, you will find the book Being a Happy Teenager     1     (use). In his book, Matthews tells us how     2     (have) a happy life and answers the questions of teenagers.

About problems with parents and friends, the book says we should stop     3     (be) angry and forgive them. The book tells us some skills such as how to put everything     4     (learn) by us from life into beautiful pictures.

Many teenagers think that     5     (happy) comes from a good grade or praise from other people.     6     you can still be happy even if there are no such “good” things. Success comes from     7     good attitude.     8    (learn) from problems, you will have success in the future. Some school students have problems such as being too tall     9     too short. But Matthews suggests that we should think about things     10     an optimistic way. This is Matthews’ most important lesson: you choose to be happy!

3 . When I was younger, I was addicted to reading. I could get through a whole book in a day, and used to beg my parents every night to let me stay up late so that I could just finish my chapter. From fairy-tales to thrillers, non-fiction to plays, I enjoyed reading any literature that I could get my hands on.

However, while there are many books for younger children,once you reach your mid-teens the choices become limited. I found myself choosing between books for children that were simple and not that interesting, and adult books that I couldn’t quite understand.

This lack of choice eventually led me to read less and less.When I was in secondary school,the only books I read were ones we were assigned in English class,and I was never very enthusiastic about my teacher’s choices.I thought too much discussion of symbolism and themes ruined the book.Maybe the sky being blue didn’t represent anything;maybe it was just a description!

Fortunately, I realized quickly that deciding to go to university meant I had signed up for four years of reading books. I chose a French literature module in my first year. I started out, thinking I wouldn’t enjoy any of the works we were studying over the course of the year.However,I soon realized that at a university level,the discussion was more fruitful and I found I had a lot to say!And being able to discuss my thoughts with others meant I could better understand the subtle aspects of the plot:yes,even the symbolism and themes.

I began reading again for pleasure, starting with Malcolm X’s autobiography and never looking back. Now, during my year abroad,I spend a lot of my spare time in bookshops and reading in cafes. I’m so happy that I rediscovered my love of books.

1. What does the author intend to say in Paragraph 1?

A．She used to stay up late at night.	B．She read very fast as a young girl.
C．She loved reading very much in her childhood.	D．She once bought many different kinds of books.

2. Why did the author read less when she was a teenager?

A．She was really tired of reading books.	B．She was too busy with her schoolwork.
C．She had no right to choose books herself.	D．She found very few suitable books to read.

3. What made the author start reading for pleasure again?

A．Her reading experiences at university.	B．Her professor of French literature.
C．A special bookstore abroad.	D．A book by Malcolm X.

4. What’s the text mainly about?

A．The importance of discussing a book’s theme.	B．The process of the author picking up reading.
C．The ways to form good reading habits.	D．The author’s desire to read widely.

4 . Speed reading is a skill with which a person can increase the rate of words read a minute. Generally speaking, a person can read between 200 and 250 words a minute.     1     Here are some ways that can help you read fast.

◆Have a general idea about the topic before reading. If you’re reading a book, it’s a good idea to read the introduction or preface before reading the main text.     2    .

◆Increase your eye span. Your eyes can take in several words at a time and this is known as eye span. To increase your eye span, avoid reading word by word, but try reading blocks of words in a sentence.     3    . Even if you ignore them, you’ll still understand the main idea of the sentence you’re reading.

◆Do not reread. The most common mistake made by readers is frequent going back to think about some sentences they’ve read.     4    . In other words, cover each line once you've finished reading it.

◆     5    . Some people move their lips and speak out while reading, which will lead to a low reading speed. The best way to break this habit is to pay attention while reading and if you catch yourself moving your lips, just place a finger on your mouth.

A．Avoid reading out loud

B．Give your full attention to your reading

C．You can also leave out words such as the, a, it, to, etc

D．We can’t judge what to read and what part to leave out

E．This will give you a guide to what you’re going to read

F．One way to avoid this is to place a piece of paper over the text you read

G．But with speed reading tips, a person can increase his/her speed from 500 to 600 words a minute

5 . “For you, a thousand times over.” The words echoed (回响) in my heart long after I had finished the heartbreaking story. Each word struck me with the power of staunchness, the power of determination, and the power of love, whether it is from Hassan orAmir.

It’s hard to use a few words to describe what the story is about because too many things are revealed, friendship, familial affection, love, inferiority, timidity, betrayal, regret, atonement, etc. It’s even harder to imagine how the writer managed to expose so many aspects of human nature in just one story, with the truth of cruelty. Unlike many other stories in which the main characters are always perfect men or heroes. Kite Runner shows us a real man who is also desperate for others’ approval, who may also become timid in the face of challenge, who will also make big mistakes, just like most of us. In the story, we witness Amir’s growth from an immature, unconfident boy to a brave man, willing to shoulder responsibilities. But he grows up with pain and regret, and almost at the cost of his life.

The story strikes me with the cruel reality that some mistakes take a lifetime to make up for. Some hurt which has already been caused can never be undone. Some people, once left, may never return. So always keep a sense of responsibilities for what you are doing, so that unnecessary hurt can be avoided. If mistakes are made, try to make up for it at once, for you may never have a second chance. Also, cherish people you love when they are still by your side, for they may be away for good.

At last, I believe that the person, who is ever promised by others with the word “For you, a thousand times over”, is the luckiest guy in the world. I wish I could have this honor too.

1. The passage most probably is ________.

A．a book review	B．the preface of a book
C．a summary of a book	D．an original piece from a book

2. According to the passage, which statement is correct?

A．Amir reflects many aspects of human nature.

B．Amir grows up happily with love and friendship.

C．Amir likes to challenge himself in growth.

D．Amir is a brave hero who loses his life at last.

3. Which of the following can replace the underlined word “for good”?

A．sometimes	B．frequently
C．forever	D．occasionally

4. Which of the following will the author most agree with?

A．Wait for what you love though it’s far away.

B．Cherish what you have before it’s gone.

C．Chase what matters despite the difficulties.

D．Avoid what hurts unless it counts.

6 . 请改正下面短文中的错误。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有三处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧），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。

It seems that money played an important role in our daily lives. Everyone has a opinion on money. What do you think about them? Do you think money is the most important thing in the world? Now, I want to introduce a book to you, that will help you stop worrying about money.

When Susan was 13, she watched her father run into their burning house in order not to rescue the money. From that moment, she thought money was very importance. She did everything she could become rich. Years later, Susan finally became a wealth woman, but she was unhappy. What went wrong? In this book, Susan covers her success and her ways of achieving happiness. If you want to be happy, take a look at this book and seeing if it can help you. Maybe you’ll find your answer and have a best understanding of money.

7 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式（不多于3个单词）。

High-quality books on traditional Chinese culture are being brought back,     1    (judge) from the results of the 12th annual Wenjin Awards, China's national-level comprehensive book award to encourage public reading.

The results were announced on the World Book and Copyright Day. Awards from the National Library of China were given to 10 winning books from about 80 finalists     2    (choose) by 14 top librarians and scholars. Before that, several rounds of selection had been carried out among a field of 1, 800 books     3    were published in China last year.

The award has three categories: humanities, popular sciences and children’s books. Half the winners this year dealt with different     4    (aspect) of traditional Chinese culture. The mixing of social and physical sciences was a trend, and the winning children’s books were     5    (suit) for adult readers too.

“Many good children's books     6    (introduce) into China from other countries in recent years. They helped broaden people's horizons and inspired     7    (we)writing,” said Yu Hongcheng, author of the award-winning Dishes on Plate. “ However,     8    worries me that Chinese children may not have enough self-confidence from a cultural viewpoint when exposed to a market    9    ( main) filled with translations.” That concern encouraged her to create the picture book, which focuses     10     Chinese agricultural culture- starting with rice, a foundation of Chinese cuisine.

8 . Having your nose in a book might seem a little anti-social at times — but reading could actually make you a kinder, more considerate person, a study has found. Readers were more likely to act in a socially acceptable manner, while those who preferred watching television came across as less friendly and less understanding of

others' views, researchers said.

123 participants in the study were quizzed on their preferences for books, TV and plays at Kingston University, London. They were then tested on how much they considered people's feelings and whether they acted to help others. Researchers told the British Psychological Society conference in Brighton yesterday that fiction fans showed more positive social behavior.

Readers of drama and romance novels were also empathic, while lovers of experimental books showed the ability to see things from different directions. Comedy fans scored the highest for relating to others. The study suggested reading allows people to see different points of view, enabling them to understand others better.

The researchers added, “Exposure to fiction relates to a range of empathetic abilities. Engaging with fictional prose and comedy in particular could be key to improving people's empathetic abilities.”

However, the authors warned the study did not prove cause-and-effect. So it could be that reading causes positive behavior, or it could be that thoughtful, well-mannered people are more likely to prefer reading. So it is a good idea to pick up a book to begin your travel with the author. Each author will show how they would react to certain situations or confrontations through their characters. Everyone can view the same situation differently, and from 1001 different angles. The more you read, the much better you can understand other peoples' opinions.

1. What do we know about reading according to Paragraph 1?

A．It contributes more to one's anti-social role.

B．It is of rare benefit to readers.

C．It is related to one's social position.

D．It can add to one's social adaptability.

2. Researchers tested 123 participants in order to find         .

A．the way to improve reading skills

B．the influence of their preferences

C．the places to get new books

D．the time of reading books

3. What does the underlined word "empathic" in Paragraph 3 mean?

A．Understanding.	B．Mad.
C．Sorrowful.	D．Delighted.

4. What is the purpose of the passage?

A．To react to certain situations.

B．To understand peoples' opinions.

C．To persuade people to read.

D．To show how to begin travels.

9 . 假如你是李华.你的英国笔友Peter在孔子课堂(the Confucius Academy)了解到了中国古典四大名著(China's four great classic novels)的知识并写信与你交流。作为一名古典文学爱好者，你读之后很高兴。回信给他，介绍你最爱的四大名著中的某个人物(character)以及原因。
注意：1. 词数100左右；2. 可以增加适当的细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Peter,
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Yours,

Li Hua

10 . Three in five people in the UK hold a library card. For some, they’re a shelter from the stresses of day-to-day life.     1     If you’re considering joining your local library, now is the time to do so. And if you need any more encouragement, here are several reasons why you should.

Most libraries in the UK allow members of the general public to come and go as they like.     2     You can also take out a library card and borrow books for free, although you will inevitably face a fine for late returns.

    3     Imagine just how many books you have at your fingertips with a library card? There are lots of modern ones, as well as originals, and you can continue to expand your learning and vocabulary all the time. It’s a priceless experience, especially for kids, and also a great way to level the educational playing field.

Libraries develop with times. They have changed greatly since decades ago.     4     Some libraries have apps so you can see when your books are due back and even reserve books in some cases. There are also libraries which let you access books in digital formats on your mobile device — pretty cool.

Libraries are one of very few spaces left in towns and cities where members of the public can come together and actually be and feel like a community. They have notice boards to offer services like exercise classes or learning centers.     5    

A．Libraries help people learn.

B．Libraries help educate the kids.

C．They create a great sense of community.

D．You can go in, settle down and read a book without being charged a penny.

E．Most libraries now have computers and allow people to borrow CDs and DVDs.

F．Libraries help us save money as we’re borrowing books rather than buying them.

G．For others, particularly the homeless and people in poverty, a lifeline to the world.