1、 1 2015-2016 20 ; 2 40 A Nobel, who was born in Stockholm, is a great scientist famous for his dangerous experiments. Nobel studied in the USA and then Russia between 1850 and 1859. After his return, he started researching into bombs. As is known, bomb is dangerous to life, but Nobel was working und
2、er that condition. Once a big explosion in his lab completely destroyed the lab and caused some deaths. After that he had to experiment on a boat in a lake. He received criticism and satire( ), but he proceeded with the work rather than losing heart. From 1860s to 1880s, Nobel made many achievements
3、 and his inventions were first used in building roads and digging tunnels. Most of the bombs were safer and more possible to be controlled. Even at the end of the 20th century, we still used his methods. Nobel had many patents in Britain and other European countries. He was quick to see industrial o
4、penings( ) for his scientific inventions and built up over 80 companies in 20 different countries. Indeed his greatness lay in his outstanding ability to combine the qualities of an original scientist with those of a forward looking industrialist. discoveries. Seldom happy, he was always searching f
5、or a meaning to life, and from his youth, he had taken a serious interest in literature and philosophy. His greatest wish, however, was to see an end to wars, and thus peace between nations, and he spent much time and money working for this cause. To follow his will, a fund was set up to encourage p
6、eople to make great progress in physics, chemistry, physiology( ), medicine, literature and peace. 1 Through his early experimental work, it is evident that _. A Nobel was a man of strong will B Nobel was a man of gift C Nobel seldom got on well with his work 2 D Nobel had his heart in his work 2 In
7、 fact, his inventions were first used in _. A a war to kill and injure his fellow men B building roads C digging tunnels D both B and C 3 Based on the passage, Nobel, as a scientist, _. A took a single interest in science B took a serious interest in money C took no interest in literature D took a s
8、erious interest in literature as well as in science 4 Which of the following statements is true according to the passage? A His wonderful will surely provided other scientists with a large sum of money. B In leaving behind a well meant will, Nobel succeeded in setting up a permanent monument for his
9、 interests and ideals. C Nobel made a glorious will so that he might be remembered and respected after his death. D Nobel expressed his wish in his will that a monument should be put up in memory of him. B Today just as technology changed the face of industry, farms have undergone an agricultural re
10、volution . On the farm of today, machines provide almost all the power. One of the most important benefits will be the farm computer. A few forward-looking farmers are already using computers to help them run their farms more efficiently. The computers help them keep more accurate records so they ca
11、n make better decisions on what crops to plant, how much livestock to buy, when to sell their products, and how much profit they can expect. Many computer companies have been developing special computer programs just for farmers. Programs are being written for hog producers, grain farmers, potato fa
12、rmers, and dairy farmers. In the future, farmers will be able to purchase computer programs made to their needs. Because of the growing importance of computers on the farm, students at agricultural colleges are required to take computer classes in addition to their normal agricultural courses. There
13、 can be no doubt that farmers will rely on computers even more in the future. While the old-time farm depended on horse power, and modern farms depend on machine power, farms of the future will depend on computer power. 3 Another technological advance which is still in the experimental stage is the
14、robot, a real mechanized hired hand that will be able to move and, in some ways, think like a human being. Agricultural engineers believe that computer-aided robots will make startling changes in farming before the end of the century. Unlike farmers of the present, farmers of the future will find th
15、at many day-to-day tasks will be done for them. Scientists are now developing robots that will be able to shear sheep, drive tractors, and harvest fruit. Even complex jobs will be done by robots. For example, in order to milk their cows, farmers must first drive them into the barn, then connect them
16、 to the milking machines, watch the machines, and disconnect them when they are finished. In the future, this will all be done by robots. In addition, when the milking is completed, the robots will automatically check to make sure that the milk is pure. The complete mobilization of the farm is far i
17、n the future, but engineers expect that some robots will be used before long. 5 According to the passage, computers can NOT help farmers decide _. A. what livestock to raise B. whether to plant a certain kind of crop C. how much money they can earn from their products D. when to sell their products
18、6 Which of the following statements is true? A. Farmers in the future will depend totally on computers. C. Farmers mainly use machines on their farms at present. D. Students at agricultural colleges must take computer classes because they can do nothing 7 According to the engineers, _will be done by
19、 robots in the near future. A. all farm work B. milking cows C. most of the farm work D. some farm work 8 What is the best title for the whole passage? B. The Agricultural Revolution C. Farmers in The Future 4 D. Computers and Robots C One of my wonderful memories is about a Christmas gift. Unlike o
20、ther gifts ,it came without wrap . On September 11, 1958, mum gave birth to Richard. After she brought him home from hospital, she put him in my lap , saying, I promised you a gift, and here it is . What an honor! I turned four a month earlier and none of my friends had such a baby doll of their own
21、. I played with it day and night. I sang to it. I told it over and over how much I loved it! One morning, however, I found its bed empty. My doll was gone! I cried for it. Mum wept and told me that the poor little thing had been sent to a hospital. It had a fever. For several days, I heard mum and d
22、ad whispering such words as hopeless , pitiful and dying , which sounded ominous. Dad said, pointing at The phone rang early on Christmas morning. Dad jumped out of bed to answer it. From my bedroom I heard him say. he hung up and shouted upstairs. The hospital said we could bring Richard home! Than
23、k god! I heard Mum cry. From the upstairs window, I watched my parents rush out to the car. I had never seen them so happy. And I was also full of joy. What a wonderful day! My baby doll would be home. I ran downstairs. My socks still hung there flat. But I knew they were not empty: they were filled
24、 with love! 9 What happened to the author on September 11, 1958 ? A. He got a baby brother. B. He got a Christmas gift C. He became four years old. D. He received a doll 10 What does the underlined word ominous in Paragraph 3 probably mean A. Impossible. B. Boring C. Difficult D. Fearful 11 Which wo
25、rd can best describe the feeling of the father when Christmas was coming? A. Excitement. B. Happiness. C. Sadness. D. Disappointment. 12 What is the passage mainly about ? 5 A. A sad Christmas day B. Life with a lovely baby C. A special Christmas gift. D. Memories of a happy family D Five years ago,
26、 I was sent to a better middle school. For me, everything there was new and strange. After I had been there for two months, there was an important test in the middle It made me upset for a long time. I felt everything in the world was changing. I thought my classmates were all better than me. During
27、 those days I was very unhappy. One day, my aunt, after talking with my teachers, talked to me. She told me to think about what I had done in the past and what I should do in the future. I was shocked by her words. I thought about what I had done during the past months, and I found I had done nothin
28、g to improve my grades. I thought I should work harder. After that, I paid more atten ied very late at night when I met with difficult problems. Most of all, I came to understand the importance of taking notes in class. As a result, I did better in some tests. About three months later, the most impo
29、rtant test came at the end of the term. This time, I stood out not only in my class but also in the grade. From then on, I have tried to do my best when I do something because I know if I want something, I should work hard for it. 13 Why did the writer fall behind in the new middle school? B. Becaus
30、e the subjects were becoming more difficult. C. Because he hated the life in the new school. 14 A. She punished him for not working hard. B. She helped him find out the reasons for his poor performance. C. She forced him to work harder. 6 D. She asked his teachers to talk with him about his problems
31、. 15 Which of the following studying methods helped the writer most? A. Asking teachers for help when in difficulty. B. Working deep into the night every day. C. Making notes in class. D. Listening to every word his teachers said. E When I walked into the house after school, the first thing I notice
32、d was a box with items I recognize When he told me that he was laid off, I thought he was joking Then I noticed his seriousness and realized he was telling the truth My father has always been a hard worker. He has prided himself on his career. 16 I guess I had taken his work for granted. 17 For star
33、ters, he was home all the time In meant my bed had to be made, my room cleaned up, and my homework done right after school I would come home every day to find him at the computer searching for jobs 18 He seemed down, though he tried to be optimistic He asked my brother and me to spend less I also fo
34、und a part-time job 19 He explained that he never wanted to be laid off again, so he was going to start his own business Day by day, I watched him build it, On evening I asked if he needed help Only he said I showed up at his office the next afternoon, and most afternoons after that for two months 2
35、0 The terrible experience for our family taught me how to deal with difficulties Now I know that through creative problem-solving, I can always find Plan B. I can ask for help and take risks ethic are two of the most important lessons I will ever learn. And they will be my principles for success A P
36、roviding for our family has been his joy B I made every effort to solve his problems C I began to notice how losing his job had affected him 7 D ted many changes in our lives E After months of searching, my dad decided to go in a totally different direction F His courage and determination helped him
37、 to become successful in his new career G I always knew he was a hard worker, but watching him in action influenced me a lot 20 2 40 In the lobby( ) after a long day at work, I found myself standing next to a handsome young man with a nice smile. A _21_ showed what we had in common: I had _22_ in Ne
38、w York city from Germany while he had _23_ from South America. We exchanged stories about the _24_ of starting a new life in a new country. been _25_an apartment within walking distance from my _26_. And what I want is to have a good _27_ of Central park! But I 28_ to rent a room like that The young
39、 man wrote a _29_ down on a piece of paper. he said. _30_ her, and she needs a roommate. I called her right away. 31_ to hear from you, said Carole, who lived near Central Park. _32_, she became my best roommate, and has been my _33_ for 34 years. We were sure lucky to _34_ each other, Carole said to me recently. But I wondered wha
