
Rose, a middle-aged woman, stopped what she was doing and 32 me over her glasses. I could tell from her expression that she wasn’t 33 to see a student worker.
“What do you want me to do? 34 the coffee?” Rose 35 and went away. I filled the pot with cold water and began making coffee when Rose suddenly 36 and took over, “That’s not the 37 to make coffee.” I was 38 as I just followed the steps our supervisor (视导员) showed us.
39 I did pleased her. All morning her eyes missed nothing and her words 40 me. Totally tired, I came home late that afternoon. Fighting back 41 , I thought of my situation alone in my room. Should I see if my supervisor would change my 42 ? But I didn’t want to
43 . Then I had the answer — I needed to 44 her.
Working with Rose the next morning, I 45 her sharp words and did things in her way as much as possible. Things began to 46 over the next few days. She became 47 to me. As I worked with this 48 woman, I listened to her — something no one else had done.
I never 49 Rose again after that summer, but I still remember her. That summer I learned a 50 that love is the best way to turn an enemy into a friend.
31.A. useful B. interesting C. strange D. difficult
32.A. smiled at B. shouted at C. looked at D. cared about
33.A. sad B. pleased C. nervous D. interested
34.A. Start B. Serve C. Buy D. Find
35.A. nodded B. bent C. spoke D. stood
36.A. agreed B. decided C. appeared D. calmed
37.A. time B. way C. place D. student
38.A. serious B. excited C. bored D. shocked
39.A. Nothing B. Something C. Anything D. Everything
40.A. attracted B. hurt C. moved D. taught
41.A. kindness B. worry C. pride D. tears
42.A. mind B. project C. work D. tool
43.A. get down B. give in C. go away D. come up
44.A. notice B. trust C. show D. love
45.A. enjoyed B. judged C. ignored D. considered
46.A. change B. happen C. get worse D. go wrong
47.A. helpful B. friendly C. angry D. grateful
48.A. lonely B. young C. strong D. kind
49.A. refuse B. mention C. see D. call
50.A. word B. way C. story D. lesson
In 1970, my five brothers, my sister and I lived in the housing projects of Toronto with our parents. My father was a factory worker, and my mother stayed at home. Each year my father would dress up as Santa Claus and go through the streets of the projects sharing joy and candies with the children there. He loved it as much as they did!
But around the Christmas in 1970, my father was out of his job and money was tight. In fact, there was no money for Christmas and my parents weren’t sure what they’d provide for us.
That Christmas Eve, however, as usual, my father left the house dressed as Santa Claus. He knew that even though our Christmas would be hard, he could not disappoint the other kids in the neighborhood.
As my father left the house and went down the walkway, Santa Claus was walking up, with a great sack full of gifts for us! He said nothing, only smiled a sweet smile at my father, and wished him a Merry Christmas. The happy man handed Dad the sack and walked away down the block.
We never knew who the man was and who showed us great kindness on a snowy Christmas night. We do know, however, that without him we would have had nothing under the tree. His kindness gave my parents hope and showed us in a very real way the true meaning of Christmas.
Our family has never forgotten this kind stranger. Each year we tell the story of the mysterious Santa Claus and try to repay his gifts by giving gifts to others in need.
51.The author’s father ________.
A. was once the richest man in his hometown B. was working in a government office
C. had to support a family of 9 people D. looked like Santa Claus most
52.What happened in 1970?
A. The author’s father was out of work.
B. The author’s mother lost her job.
C. They had a little money left for Christmas.
D. They had the worst Christmas in their lives.
53.The author’s family knew ________.
A. who the mysterious Santa Claus was
B. why the mysterious Santa Claus helped them
C. how they could repay the mysterious Santa Claus
D. they could find the mysterious Santa Claus one day
54.It can be inferred (推断)that ________.
A. the mysterious Santa Claus was one of their relatives
B. the mysterious Santa Claus was a rich man in the area
C. the sack from the mysterious Santa Claus was very expensive
D. the author’s family were all thankful to the mysterious Santa Claus
In America, when the eighth graders leave the middle school, they are often worried about moving to the high school. It is a hard time for them, but it can be an exciting one as well. To make it easier, students need to get familiar with their school.
Even though they’ve done this already in the middle school, it’s still important to find where their classrooms are. Most schools take students to the high school for a visit at the end of their eighth grade year. And, most schools also have a freshman (新生) speech for parents and students before the first year begins. Sometimes the main office will give away a map of the school. This can help students and parents to find different places in the school.
One way to know your high school more and make new friends is to join a club or play a sport. Schools often offer chances to join different clubs and sports. Fall activities begin in August before the first day of school. If you are not interested in sports, there are clubs for any interest, such as drama, dance, chess, photography, community service, etc. These clubs allow students from different grades. By joining an activity, students can find new friendships, not to mention improving their chances in future college applications (申请). The school office will have a list of activities offered at the school and information on how to join them.
What’s more, to have a great start to a high school year, students can write down some of their worries, and ask for help from teachers and school workers.
55.According to the text, most students feel ________ when entering the high school.
A. excited B. nervous C. lonely D. disappointed
56.Which of the following is TRUE about the school clubs?
A. There are fewer students from higher grades in the school clubs.
B. The school clubs in high school only welcome sports fans.
C. Summer activities begin before school starts.
D. School officers can help new students join school clubs.
57.When do many schools take students to visit their new high school?
A. Before the eighth grade year starts.
B. Right after the high school year starts.
C. At the beginning of the new term in the high school.
D. At the end of their eighth grade year
58.What is the purpose of this text?
A. To tell the new students how to learn in high school
B. To introduce new schools.
C. To give the teachers some advice.
D. To give advice to new high school students.
Gold Coast family holidays are always great fun whether you are from Australia or from abroad. There are beautiful beaches, adventure parks, nature parks and so much more.
There are so many sights to see here. It is a pity to drive in a car and you’ll miss a great part of it. Australia is home to many animals and birds that can only be seen when moving slowly and going into the areas that they live.
When you are on a bicycle, you have the advantage of being able to stop whenever you want to see an interesting animal or bird that you have never seen before. It is a quieter mode (方式) of transportation as well, so you might even be able to take a picture. When you are on the beach, you can breathe that clean air and view the beauty of the water and sand. It is a totally different experience from either simply sunbathing or passing it in a car.
There are many choices of hiring a bicycle to experience the Gold Coast attractions. There are stores that will fit a bike perfectly to your size. These bikes for both adults and children are in many styles and colors to please any taste. If you have ever wanted to try a tandem bike (双人单车), now is your chance, because they have those too.
A bicycle hire on Gold Coast is something that everyone should try at least once. This is a wonderful chance for anyone who likes to cycle and it is also a cheap way to travel with your family.
59.You’d better not drive in a car on Gold Coast because ________.
A. you will b reak the traffic rules B. you will cause much noise
C. you can’t enjoy the beautiful sights well D. you can’t drive into some parks
60.The following advantages of hiring bikes are mentioned EXCEPT that ________.
A. you can take photos of animals B. it is a cheap way of traveling
C. you can get a clearer sight of animals D. it is a good way to do sunbathing
61.What is paragraph 4 mainly about?
A. How to hire bikes on Gold Coast. B. What kinds of bikes there are in stores.
C. What bikes are the most popular. D. Who can hire bikes on Gold Coast.
62.What’s the author’s attitude towards a bike hire on Gold Coast?
A. He supports it very much. B. He thinks it’s a personal choice.
C. He doesn’t like this way of traveling. D. He thinks it’s only good for adults.
