1、1考试时间：100 分钟姓名：_班级：_ 考号： _一 、完形填空阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C 和 D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。Ive always had strong opinions of how love should be expressed, but others had their own ways of showing care.What I 1most about visiting my boyfriends parents is the loud tick of the clock in the dining roo
2、m as we 2ate our meal. With so little conversation I was quick to 3his family as cold. When we got into the 4to go home, his father suddenly appeared.5, he began to wash his sons windscreen. I could feel he was a caring man through the glass.I learned another lesson about love a few years later. My
3、father often 6me early in the morning. “Buy Xerox. Its a good sharp price,” he might say when I answered the phone. No pleasant 7or inquiry about my life, just financial instructions. This manner of his 8me and we often quarreled. But one day, I thought about my fathers success in business and reali
4、zed that his concern for my financial security lay behind his 9morning calls. The next time he called and told me to buy a stock, I 10him. When my social style has conflicted with that of my friends, Ive often felt 11. For example, I always return phone calls 12and regularly contact with my friends.
5、 I expect the same from them. I had one friend who rarely called, answering my messages with short e-mails. I rushed to the 13: She wasnt a good friend! My anger 14as the holidays approached. But then she came to a gathering I 15and handed me a beautiful dress I had fallen in love with when we did s
6、ome window-shopping the previous month. I was 16at her thoughtfulness, and regretful for how Id considered her to be 17. Clearly I needed to change my expectations of friends.Far too often, I ignored their 18expressions, eagerly expecting them to do things in my 19. Over the years, however, Ive lear
7、ned to 20other persons love signs.1.A. remember B. enjoy C. value D. admire2.A. excitedly B. nervously C. silently D. instantly3.A. regard B. treat C. take D. think4.A. bus B. train C. car D. plane5.A. Punctually B. Carefully C. Proudly D. Coldly6.A. visited B. interrupted C. warned D. telephoned7.A
8、. greeting B. meeting C. apology D. explanation8.A. interested B. angered C. encouraged D. surprised9.A. long B. short C. warm D. polite10.A. praised B. remembered C. blamed D. thanked11.A. content B. guilty C. curious D. disappointed12.A. in order B. in turn C. without delay D. without difficulty21
9、3.A. feeling B. suggestion C. judgment D. belief14.A. disappeared B. grew C. helped D. declined15.A. opened B. refused C. hosted D. invited16.A. depressed B. upset C. fascinated D. shocked17.A. uncaring B. dishonest C. unhappy D. uncooperative18.A. unique B. common C. pleasant D. familiar19.A. opini
10、on B. way C. mind D. life20.A. send B. read C. give D. express二 、阅读理解 AFood serves as a form of communication in two fundamental ways. Sharing bread or other foods is a common human tradition that can promote unity and trust. Food can also have a specific meaning, and play a significant role in a fa
11、mily or cultures celebrations or traditions. The foods we eatand when and how we eat themare often unique to a particular culture or may even differ between rural (农村的 ) and urban areas within one country.Sharing bread, whether during a special occasion (时刻) or at the family dinner table, is a commo
12、n symbol of togetherness. Many cultures also celebrate birthdays and marriages with cakes that are cut and shared among the guests. Early forms of cake were simply a kind of bread, so this tradition hits its roots in the custom of sharing bread.Food also plays an important role in many New Year cele
13、brations. In the southern United States, pieces of corn bread represent blocks of gold for prosperity (兴旺) in the New Year. In Greece, people share a special cake called vasilopita. A coin is put into the cake, which signifies (预示) success in the New Year for the person who receives it.Many cultures
14、 have ceremonies to celebrate the birth of a child, and food can play a significant role. In China, when a baby is one month old, families name and welcome their child in a celebration that includes giving red-colored eggs to guests. In many cultures, round foods such as grapes, bread, and moon cake
15、s are eaten at welcome celebrations to represent family unity.Nutrition is necessary for life, so it is not surprising that food is such an important part of different cultures around the world.21.According to the passage, sharing bread_.A. indicates a lack of food B. can help to develop unityC. is
16、a custom unique to rural areas D. has its roots in birthday celebrations22.What does the coin in vasilopita signify for its receiver in the New Year?A. Trust. B. Success. C. Health. D. Togetherness.23.The author explains the role of food in celebrations by_.A. using examples B. making comparisonsC.
17、analyzing causes D. describing processes24.What is the passage mainly about?A. The custom of sharing food. B. The specific meaning of food.C. The role of food in ceremonies. D. The importance of food in culture.3BKatie was in big troubleShe was such a sweet kid; a third - grade teacher always dreame
18、d of having a classroom filled with Katies she was never ever a discipline（纪律） problem I just couldnt imagine why she had made her parents so angryIt seemed that Katie had been running up sizable charges in the lunchroomHer parents explained that Katie brought a great homemade lunch each day, and th
19、ere was no reason for her to buy school lunch They assumed a sit - down with Katie would solve the problem, but failedSo they asked me to help them get to the bottom of this situation.So the next day, I asked Katie to my office“Why are you charging lunches, Katie? What happened to your homemade lunc
20、h?“ I asked “I lose it,“ she responded I leaned back in my chair and said, “I dont believe you, Katie“ She didnt care“Is someone stealing your lunch, Katie?“ I took a new track “NoI just lose it,“ she saidWell, there was nothing else I could doThe problem was still unsolved the next week when I noti
21、ced a boy who was new to the school sitting alone at a lunch table He always looked sadI thought I would go and sit with him for a whileAs I walked towards him, I noticed the lunch bag on the table The name on the bag said “ Katie “ Now I understood and I talked to KatieIt seemed that the new boy ne
22、ver brought a lunch, and he wouldnt go to the lunch line for a free lunch He had told Katie his secret and asked her not to tell anyone that his parents wanted him to get a free lunch at school Katie asked me not to tell her parents, but I drove to her house that evening after I was sure that she wa
23、s in bed I had never seen parents so proud of their childKatie didnt care that her parents and teacher were disappointed in herBut she cared about a little boy who was hungry and scaredKatie still buys lunch every day at school And every day, as she heads out of the door, her mom hands her a delicio
24、us homemade lunch25.What did the author think of Katie?AShe performed well at school BShe was a girl filled with loveCShe often made trouble at school DShe used to be a discipline problem26.Why did Katie eat school lunch instead of her homemade lunch every day?AShe lost her homemade lunchBShe had he
25、r homemade lunch stolenCShe didnt like the taste of her homemade lunchDShe gave her homemade lunch to a hungry boy27.What was Katies parents reaction to the truth about the lunch?AThey were very angry BThey were proud of KatieCThey were disappointed DThey were rather upset 28.What can we learn from
26、the passage?A Katie was informed that her parents had known her secretB Katie told the author the truth of her lunch during their first talkC Katies secret of lunch was discovered by the author by accidentD Katie stopped buying lunch at school after her secret was discovered4COver the last 30 years,
27、 Bangkok, once a small fishing village, has transformed into a rich, concrete, high-rise city that it is todayThe spreading metropolis and its population of 12 million now produces 35 per cent of Thailands economic wealthAs a magnet for foreign companies, Bangkok attracts many overseas managers and
28、business people from different fields, including tourism! automobiles and electronicsThe citys population of foreigners is in the high hundreds of thousands, with tens of thousands of Japanese, Chinese and western employees working alongside hundreds of thousands of Burmese who mostly do unskilled j
29、obs shunned by ThaisFor those used to the good life, the variety and quality of the citys food is a key attraction, says one US manager, before listing many of his favorite Italian, Mexican and, of course, Thai restaurantsMost offer quality meals for less than the cost of a takeaway sandwich in Lond
30、onGreat choice and value can be found in Bangkoks other attractions, tooFor overseas business people who enjoy shopping in luxury and air-conditioned comfort! The city has hundreds of modern shopping mallsSome foreigners, however, prefer the charms of Chanukah Market, where anything can be bought at
31、 a good price by the skilled bargainerWhen the time comes to talk business many overseas business people prefer to move out of the markets and onto the golf courseThailand has thousands of courses, which can provide a welcome break from the busy and noisy city lifeBut most business people go to the
32、golf course because its the perfect place to discuss the next big dealBecause of the fast-paced life some foreign business people see Bangkok as a place to stay for the short term! rather than a lifetimeAustralian computer software designer Sarah Huang is seven months pregnant but still working full
33、-time in her Bangkok officeShe says the city is” definitely a place I want to stay for the next five, ten years“Nannies and home help are affordable, but high fees for quality secondary education have convinced MsHuang to return to Australia when her child reaches high school age29.According to the
34、first two paragraphs, we know thatABangkok offers many working opportunities for peopleBBangkok has always been a rich Thai cityCmost foreigners coming to Bangkok are touristsDBurmese in Bangkok mostly work for Thais30.The underlined word” shunned“ in Paragraph 2 is closest in meaning toAforgotten B
35、unwantedCappreciated Drewarded31.What is the main attraction of golf for business people according to the passage?AIt is the most convenient way for them to get regular exerciseBIt is a good place in which to discuss business mattersCIt is a great way to escape from the noise and pollution of the ci
36、tyDIt gives them the opportunity to meet local people in a social setting32.Sarah Huang says shell eventually leave Bangkok because .Ashe is going to have a babyBher working hours are too long5Cits not easy to find suitable home help thereDthe cost of a good education there is too high33.The main pu
37、rpose of the passage is to Aexplain the reasons for Bangkoks rapid economic growth over the past 30 yearsBpromote the many attractions Bangkok has to offer tourists visiting the cityCdescribe the attractions of living in Bangkok for foreign business peopleDcompare the lifestyles of Burmese workers a
38、nd foreign business people in BangkokDMaintown Public LibraryJob ApplicationJob DescriptionThank you for your interest in the Part-Time Public Library Clerk position. The application contains personal information followed by a few short-answer questions; your answers to these questions will help us
39、determine if you are a good candidate for the position of Public Library Clerk.Job DutiesAnswer readers questions in person, by telephone and through e-mailOrganize and shelve books and mediaProvide general research assistanceCollect fees, and issue overdue noticesAssist with childrens programsAppli
40、cant InformationName: Rosa ChanCurrent Address: 1928 W. Franklin Avenue, Maintown, WA 99571Age : 16High School: Maintown High SchoolDid you graduate? I will graduate in two years.E-mail address: rchanm*hs.eduWhat days and hours (Monday through Saturday) are you able to work?I am available Monday and
41、 Wednesday afternoons after4:00 P.M. and all day Saturday.Personal Responses1.Why do you want to work at the Maintown Public Library?I consider myself a keen reader, a quality I feel a library clerk should possess. Although my reading preferences span a variety of genres, I consider mystery and scie
42、nce fiction among my favourites. Additionally, I volunteer in my school library as an assistant after school; therefore, I have experience using a library catalogue and check-out system, assisting others in researching topics through the Internet and shelving books. My school librarian, Mr. Morris,
43、has trained me to process new books for delivery to the floor. I feel my experience would translate well to the public library system and ensure that the public library gains a valuable employee.2.What do you enjoy about visiting the Maintown Public Library?A library is a place of learning and refle
44、ction, so it should be comfortable and welcoming. From the large windows to the plush armchairs to the well-organized layout of the shelves and open spaces, the bright, cheerful atmosphere of our towns library makes me want to extend each of my visits. All my friends have Maintown Public Library car
45、ds.3.How do you define good customer service?Good customer service means customers leave the library feeling they have accomplished their initial goals for visiting the library that day. In order to assist in this endeavour, a library clerk should determine a customers needs and make those needs a p
46、riority. Whether patrons have come to the library to browse for a book, or they are researching a 6topic through the Internet or other media, my job would be to assist them in their search.4.A reader complains about the library services or products. How would you respond?I would first apologize for
47、any inconvenience, and then I would work to solve the problem. The key to solving problems is listening and asking questions. Using the knowledge I have gained through working in my schools library and any skills gained through work in the public library, I would work to handle the issue for the rea
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