4. Which of the following is TRUE about the city of the future?

   A. The city will send garbage to other planets.

   B. All shopping in the future will be free of charge.

   C. Everyone will easily change his telephone number.

   D. It will be convenient for ordinary people to travel in space.

3. In the future people will use lots of recycled materials,such as .

   A. plastic and steel

   B. aluminium and peel (果皮)

   C. wood and leaf

   D. paper and used batteries

2. What can we know about the life of the future?

   A. Earth's alternative energy will run out.

   B. Fewer natural resources will be wasted.

   C. People will have to rely more on natural energy.

   D. The cities are going to get smaller and smaller.

課前預(yù)習(xí)

I.課文理解

1. Which of the following belongs to alternative energy?

   A. Water. B. Petrol.

   C. Solar. D. Natural gas.

第四部分寫作(滿分20分)

假設(shè)你們學(xué)校的英語(yǔ)愛(ài)好者俱樂(lè)部將對(duì)“良好的 飲食習(xí)慣”這一話題進(jìn)行討論。請(qǐng)根據(jù)下面表格中的 內(nèi)容，用英語(yǔ)寫一篇短文。

注意：i.文章必須包括所有內(nèi)容要點(diǎn)，可適當(dāng)發(fā) 揮；

2. 詞數(shù)100左右；

3. 文章開(kāi)頭已為你寫好，不計(jì)人總詞數(shù)。

參考詞匯：挑食 be particular about food;

零食snack 

It's very important for us students to form good eating habits.

D 

Bamboo (竹子) is one of nature's most surprising plants. Many people call this plant a tree,but it is a kind of grass.

Like other kinds of grass,a bamboo plant may be cut very low to the ground,but it will grow back very quickly. A Japanese scientist reported one bamboo plant which grew 1. 5 metres in 24 hours!Bamboo grows almost everywhere in the world except Europe. There are more than 1,000 kinds of bamboo.

Not all bamboo looks the same. Some bamboo plants are very thin. They may only grow to be a few centimetres wide while others may grow to more than 30 centimetres across. This plant also comes in different colours,from yellow to black to green.

Bamboo has been used to make many things such as hats and kitchen tools. Because it is strong,bamboo is also used to build buildings.

Many Asian countries have used bamboo for hundreds of years. They often use bamboo for buildings and supporting new buildings and bridges while they are being built.

In Africa,farmers are taught how to find water using bamboo. These African countries need cheap way to find water because they have no money,and their fields often die from no rain and no water. Bam-boo pipes (管子) help farmers bring water to their thirsty fields without spending a lot of money.

56. In which way is bamboo like grass?

   A. It grows quickly.

   B. It's used for building.

   C. It is easy to cut and carry.

   D. It grows in all kinds of climate.

57. Though you can see bamboo everywhere,it doesn’t grow .

   A. in Australia   B. in Europe

   C. on mountains   D. by rivers

58. Why is bamboo used by African farmers?

   A. Because it is cheap.

   B. Because it is strong.

   C. Because it has different colours.

   D. Because it is good for building fence.

59. Bamboo pipes can be used to  .

   A. feed animals   B. collect water

   C. hunt animals   D. carry water

60. In Asia,bamboo has been used for .

   A. a short time   B. thousands of years

   C. hundreds of years   D. about 100 years

C 

In the world of communication,we focus a lot on what our customer is saying,which includes understanding their body language and gestures. But we must not forget that it is equally important to pay attention to our own body language and gestures when communicating with others.

In our personal and business lives,careful consideration must be given to whom we are with and where they are from. One thing for sure is that failure to be prepared when dealing with other cultures can be rather embarrassing.

Many years ago,the then President of the United States,Richard Nixon arrived in a foreign country in South America and upon his arrival,stood at the top of the stairs leading to the side door of his Presidential Jet. As he looked over the crowd below him,he had a great smile and proudly raised both hands high in the air,palms (手掌) facing outward and the index finger and the third finger raised,and gave a gesture of the famous “Peace” sign as he had done so often before.

Immediately,the crowd below began to laugh at the President who couldn’t figure out why all of a sudden,he was receiving such a rude welcome.

The reason was that in the country he was visiting,the two-fingered,palms outward ^aPeacesign,which was acceptable in North America,was an absolutely impolite symbol to the local people.

As you can see,it is really important to know your audience and if travelling to other countries,you need to be aware that some of the most commonly acceptable gestures at home can have a completely different meaning abroad.

In some countries such as France and Italy,it is acceptable to exchange a kiss on one or both cheeks while shaking hands upon entering or exiting a business meeting. In other countries such as Japan,this type of behaviour is considered impolite as Japanese are not a “touch oriented society”.

The Japanese have a respectful custom to bow to each other with the most senior status (身份) person bowing the least and the least status person having to bow first and display the deepest bend from the waist.

51. In Paragraph 1 ,the author mainly asks us to pay attention to .

   A. our words

   B. our body language

   C. our customers’ words

   D. the way of communication

52. Richard Nixon was laughed at because he .

   A. stood at the top of the stairs

   B. looked over the crowd below him

   C. raised both hands high in the air

   D. gave a gesture of the “Peace” sign 53. The author mentions Richard Nixon's story to show that .

   A. the crowd were too rude

   B. Richard Nixon was unfriendly

   C. Richard Nixon loved peace very much

   D. gestures have different meanings in different cultures

54. Which of the following is the gesture Nixon gave?

55. According to the passage,   .

   A. in Japan,senior people needn’t bow to others

   B. Japanese think exchanging a kiss is acceptable

   C. French people can't accept the behaviour of shaking hands

   D. in Japan,the degree of bowing is connected with people's status

B 

In today's market,buying toys and games can be expensive. The secret to saving money is knowing where and when to buy them. Whether you want new or slightly used items,there are plenty of places to look and you can really save money.

Thrift (節(jié)約) 

Stores Thrift stores offer great deals on slightly used toys and games. Not only can you shop for items that you want,many thrift stores will give you cash or credit for turning in your old items.

Garage and Yard Sales Spring is the best time to find great deals at neighbourhood garage and yard sales. This is a great way to save money on toys and games. Look at your local paper or online classifieds for community sales.

Online Bargains 

Find great deals on toys and games online with resources such as Craigslist and eBay. Not only can you find low prices on new and used items,but you can even get free items within driving distance on your local Craigslist. Many people want to give away items quickly and will post different items daily,including toys and games for children and adults.

If you are looking for a particular toy or game,use eBay. Sign up for a free account,then search and make instant purchases. Don’t forget to consider the amount that's being charged for shipping and handling. Sometimes it's cheaper to wait for a sale at your local store to avoid high shipping charges.

Store Sales 

Watch for sales on toys and games. You can often get instant discounts by signing up for a credit card with that particular store. When you have a department store credit card,you will get additional coupons to help you save more money.

Most stores offer the lowest prices on games and toys during or directly after the winter holidays. Shop at night or early in the morning during Black Friday sales. Don’t forget to check online for clearance specials. You can often get free shipping as well.

46. What plays an important part in saving money in buying toys and games?

   A. Where they are produced.

   B. When and where to buy.

   C. Your character.

   D. The local price of goods.

47. Where can you sell your used toys?

   A. Thrift Stores.

   B. Garage and Yard Sales.

   C. Online Bargains.

   D. Store Sales.

48. According to Online Bargains,    .

   A. we can't find free toys online

   B. we can get a special toy from Craigslist

   C. shipping charges are always not high

   D. we have many chances to save money

49. The underlined word “coupons” most probably refers to .

   A. rewards   B. gifts

   C. benefits   D. expenses

50. The author's purpose in writing the passage is to.

   A. introduce some ways of saving money on toys and games

   B. give us some advice on how to buy toys and games online

   C. persuade us to purchase toys and games in the market

   D. share a way of making money by selling toys

第三部分閱讀理解(共20小題;每小題2分，滿分40分)

A 

When my three children were young,there was very little time that wasn’t filled with stress,business and term papers.

“Can we go on a picnic,Mama?” my six-year-old daughter,Becky begged. “Please."

I had said no so many times in recent months. To her surprise,I agreed. I prepared a few sandwiches and other food and called Roy at work. “Meet us at the college pond for a picnic at twelve o’clock sharp,” I said excitedly.

Becky and I spread the tablecloth on the picnic table while Brad and Chad threw a football back and forth. In no time,the ducks joined us. Becky came with delight as the ducks begged for pieces of bread. When I got the lunch spread out on the table,Roy arrived on the scene.

That was one of the happiest meals we ever shared together. The gentle wind touched our face,as the sunshine warmed my heart. We felt a closeness that had been hidden by work for so many months. Having finished the food,Roy and the boys skipped rocks on the lake. Becky continued to feed the ducks,and I sat quietly on the picnic table,enjoying such a wonderful family.

Soon,Roy had to go back to work. When we got into the car,Becky climbed to the front seat with me. “Here,Mama!” she said. She was holding a yellow wildflower. Happy tears came to my eyes. That night as I tucked (蓋好被子) our children under their covers,I kissed their cheeks and realised what a wonderful life I had.

“Thank you for the picnic,” Becky whispered. “My pleasure”’ I whispered back.

Even though the kids have now grown up and moved away from home,I can still remember how I felt that day while sitting on the picnic table. Since life is like potato salad,let's make it a picnic.

41. Why did the author often refuse her children's advice for a picnic?

   A. It was difficult to prepare the food.

   B. The place for a picnic was hard to find.

   C. She and her husband had their own work.

   D. Her husband worked far away from home.

42. When Becky asked for a picnic,it was natural that.

   A. she was refused

   B. her mother would be angry

   C. her mother was happy to accept

   D. she would be asked to do homework

43. Who was the last to come to the picnic?

A Becky. B. Chad. C. Brad. D. Roy.

44. Which of the following might move the author most that day?

   A. Preparing for the picnic.

   B. Receiving gifts from her husband.

   C. Receiving her daughter's flower.

   D. Having a rest on the picnic table.

45. According to the passage,the author may advise.

   A. finding more time for the family

   B. making a best picnic of your life

   C. remembering the past now and then

   D. having a family picnic every weekend

第二部分完形填空(共20小題;每小題1. 5分，滿分30分) 

It was a cold winter night when I stopped for gas on my way home from work. I was tired and had a slight 21 .

I worked in a 22 doctor's office and this was one of those days when the unexpected happened,making the schedule run 23 than usual. It seemed I was going to be late 24 home and my husband,being the 25 person,would be ready to pronounce me late once again. Maybe 26 I hurried,I could still make it home.

I was heading inside to 27 for my gas when I noticed an older couple at the counter. I heard them asking for 28 to the local hospital. It was the same hospital that I had just 29 a few minutes ago.

The young man at the counter was trying to be 30 in explaining how to get there,with two other people making 31 . One of them was 32 trying to give them a whole different route back. It was then that I walked over to the couple and said ,“Would you like to follow me to the 33 ?”

A look of 34 crossed the woman's face. “I'm going right by there ,” 1 said,which wasn’t a 35 since I had just made up my mind to do 36 that.

I got in my car and began the journey back. I was trying to watch to be sure they were right 37 me. It took only fifteen minutes to get there as rush hour traffic was beginning to 38 . I felt better than I had all day and my headache was nearly gone.

Late,as I arrived home,my husband 39 "So you aren’t ever late any more."1 said ,"Sometimes it's 40 to be late. "

21. A. break   B. fever   C. cold   D. headache

22. A. foreign   B. common   C. busy   D. noisy

23. A. earlier   B. later   C. easier   D. simpler

24. A. getting   B. cooking   C. calling   D. working

25. A. tough   B. punctual   C. generous   D. careful

26. A. as   B. since   C. while   D. if

27. A. pay   B. change   C. wait   D. search

28. A. opinions   B. trouble   C. directions   D. money

29. A. reached   B. visited   C. called   D. left

30. A. skilled   B. helpful

   C. experienced   D. active

31. A. comments   B. promises   C. jokes   D. offers

32. A. only   B. still   C. even   D. ever

33. A. station   B. office   C. hospital   D. hotel

34. A. panic   B. relief   C. sadness   D. peace

35. A. duty   B. fact   C. reason   D. lie

36. A. partly   B. properly

   C. exactly   D. perfectly

37. A. across   B. before   C. beside   D. behind

38. A. go up   B. die down

   C. speed up   D. turn down

39. A. teased   B. shouted   C. burst   D. laughed

40. A. possible   B. special   C. good   D. safe