The author thinks that if the Bill becomes law, its effect would be _____.A.indirectB.unno
The author thinks that if the Bill becomes law, its effect would be _____.
A.indirect
B.unnoticed
C.apparent
D.straightforward
The author thinks that if the Bill becomes law, its effect would be _____.
A.indirect
B.unnoticed
C.apparent
D.straightforward
The author thinks that the credit cards are ______.
A.toys
B.instruments
C.tools
D.an important part of American life
The author thinks that if the bill becomes law, its effect would be
A.indirect.
B.unnoticeable.
C.apparent.
D.straightforward
The author thinks it is good for local people to know that tourism will__________ .
A.waste a lot of money
B.weaken their economy
C.help establish their customs
D.help improve their lives
A.has a great deal of trouble doing mental arithmetic
B.lacks some of the qualities required of a scientist
C.just reads about other people's observations and discoveries
D.comes up with solutions in a most natural way
By talking about troubles of the holiday season, the author intends to_____.
A.exemplify the psychological dilemmas in daily life
B.illustrate the profound influence of Peale"s work
C.introduce the prevailing thinking mode of Amercians
D.show the necessity of advocating positive thinking
The author mentions the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach to ______.
[A]prove they are the largest ports in the United States
[B]demonstrate they create many new job opportunities
[C]highlight that shipping is less glamorous than making movies
[D]emphasize the role of shipping in southern California's economy
Sylvester is keeping track of the distortions, and he already has quite a long list. He says that all housewives seem to live in lovely homes, dress beautifully, and love their household chores. They smile and boast about floor waxes and proudly display their dirty laundry, dusty tabletops, and filthy ovens. In addition, he has never seen men doing housework. Sylvester thinks that this view of family life is filled with distortions.I am keeping track of the people who appear in the advertisements. I have found handsome men courting the All-American Girl, and they are always recommending brand X toothpaste or brand Y cologne. I see teenagers and children surrounded by their friends, having wonderful times at parties and at school, and they are usually enjoying large harmonious family gatherings. I think that these advertisements are also filled with fantasy.Sylvester and I have concluded that much of American life is pictured unrealistically in commercials. Teenagers do not always have fun at parties, and very few people love doing chores. People do have problems, but few of these are ever shown in commercials. Instead, we watch Cinderella (灰姑娘) discover a miracle floor wax, finish the kitchen chores, and waltz off to the ball. Our heads are filled with these fantasies, and they also suggest that, for any problem, brand Z will provide the instant cure. Sylvester and I will have very few facts and a lot of fantasy to write about in our research reports.
1.Judging from the context, Sylvester and the author are most probably ____.
A、classmates
B、teacher and student
C、father and son
D、research workers
2.Sylvester has found that in advertisements housewives ____.
A、are sad and tired
B、enjoy doing their housework
C、have their husbands help them
D、never touch dirty things
3.The author thinks that life of teenagers shown in commercials is ____.
A、interesting
B、wonderful
C、unrealistic
D、true to life
4.Sylvester and the author have come to the conclusion that commercials ____.
A、truly reflect American life
B、lack in fantasy
C、seldom give expression to people's real problems
D、give great fun to children
5.The most suitable title for the passage would be ____.
A、A Class Research Project
B、American Life As Shown by TV
C、Beautiful Commercials
D、Distortions in TV Advertisements
阅读理解:根据文章内容,判断正误。
A RED, RED ROSE
ROBERT BURNS
O, my love is like a red, red rose,
That is newly sprung in June.
O, my love is like the melody,
That is sweetly played in tune.
As fair are you, my lovely lass,
So deep in love am I,
And I will love you still, my Dear,
Till all the seas go dry.
Till all the seas go dry, my Dear,
And the rocks melt with the sun!
O I will love you still, my Dear,
While the sands of life shall run.
And fare you well, my only Love,
And fare you well a while!
And I will come again, my Love,
Although it were ten thousand mile!
操作提示:正确选T,错误选F。
1. The poet wrote this poem to express his love for his lover.{T; F}
2. It is implied in this poem that the author loved two lovers at the same time.{T; F}
3. The poet thinks his lover is as beautiful as a red rose.{T; F}
4. The poet believes love is permanent.{T; F}
5. The poet wants to write a piece of melody to express his love.{T; F}
, although I still hold that it is essential for everyone in the world today. As a top junior student in my college, I was asked to make a speech on how to learn English well. Standing in front of the audience facing so many freshmen, I was trembling. I didn’t remember any word that I had prepared. I ran out of the conference room without finishing my speech, leaving everyone puzzled. I cried that night in my room, feeling that I was a loser. Studying takes so much of my time that I feel unable to really develop myself. I am just storing knowledge; yet fail to communicate with others. I have received many awards in school, but they don’t necessarily reflect anything about me. I don’t know how to socialize. When I leave
school I fear I will be of no use to society.
I realize that everyone has her or his own way of living. I want to change my lifestyle. Of course I will keep studying. Yet I plan to look for a part time job, which might turn out to be a good chance to get to know society. I still believe that working my hardest does make me happy. I will still stay on in college, but I will not allow it to shelter me from the real world.
26.From this passage, we know that the author ____________.
A.does not think education is the most important thing in her life any more
B.thinks that communication with other people is more important than
education
C.realizes that it is more important to really develop oneself than just to store
knowledge
D.comes to learn how important it is to make a public speech
27. By saying that she is ―a junior student‖ in her college, the author means that she is ____________.
A.a student in her third year in college
B.a very young college student
C.younger than most students in college
D.shorter than others in college
28.The author thinks the awards she has received ____________.
A.show that she is a top student
B.show how much time she has spent in learning
C.mean she only knows how to learn, but not how to socialize
D.don’t necessarily reflect her real self
29.The author fears that she will be of no use to society, mainly because ____________.
A.she feels she is a loser
B.she does not know how to communicate with others
C.studying takes too much of her time
D.she is unable to develop herself
30.Which of the following statements is not true according to the passage, when the author says that she wants to find a part time job?
A.The job might enable her to get to know society.
B.She wants to change her lifestyle.
C.Working part time while studying will make her happy.
D.She wants to get some shelter from the real world.
Living in Brazil (巴西)and Switzerland
Moving to a different city may seem difficult. You have to change schools and get used to your new home. But you can always go back to that city to visit. When you move to another country, things are different. However, difficult as it may be, the experience can be rewarding.
My dad, a Brazilian, is really funny and can make friends quickly. My mom, a Swiss, is usually quiet and a bit shy. She likes to be organized, But my dad never makes plans. She enjoys staying home, but my dad always wants to go out. Swiss and Brazilian一what a mix!
After my parents got married, they moved to Switzerland. There they had my brother and me. When I was two, we moved to Brazil. During my childhood we visited Switzerland every year.
Many people ask me where I prefer to live: Brazil or Switzerland. It's really hard to answer because I love both countries. Brazil is a big country with many states and people. There are multiple dialects and many types of foods. People here have beautiful smiles and are always happy, even if they are poor. In the south the climate is cool, but in the north It's hot and humid.
Switzerland, on the other hand, is small but beautiful and clean. There are four languages in that tiny country. People there are very different from Brazilians: they are wealthy, independent, and organized. The food is delicious, and of course, the famous Swiss chocolate is great, and the climate is dry and cool.
I love both countries. In Switzerland, it's pleasant, calm, and peaceful everywhere. I enjoyed my stay there very much. But now I am happy here in Brazil. I feel excited and at home.
11. The author's parents___.
A. share similar interests
B. have different jobs
C. have different personalities
D. enjoy reading books
12.When the author was a child, the family used to___.
A. have many good friends
B. move between the two countries
C. speak two dialects
D. visit Brazil from time to time
13.The author thinks Brazilians are___.
A. organized
B. independent
C. indifferent
D. optimistic
14. According to the text, Switzerland___.
A is famous for its chocolate
B. has many big cities
C. has a lot in common with Brazil
D. is hot and humid
15. According to the author, living in two different cultures is a(n)___.
A. appealing idea
B. difficult decision
C. expensive choice
D. pleasant experience