If you put a buzzard(秃鹰) in a cage without a roof(顶棚), the bird will be a prisoner. Even though it can fly, it can’t fly through the open roof. The reason is that a buzzard always begins a flight from the ground with a run of 3 or 4 meters. Without space to run, he will not even try to fly, but will stay in his small jail(监牢) for the rest of his life.
The ordinary bat that flies around at night cannot take off from the ground. If it is placed on the ground, all it can do is shuffle(穿梭) about helplessly. If it reaches a higher place, it will be able to throw itself into the air. Then it takes off quickly. But on flat ground, it will never fly.
A bee dropped into a cup will be there until it dies, unless it is taken out. It never sees the means of escape at the top, but keeps trying to find some way out through the sides near the bottom. It will look for away where none exists, until it completely destroys itself.
In many ways, there are lots of people like the buzzard, the bat and the bee. They are struggling with all their problems and frustrations(挫折)，not realizing that the answer is right there above them.A buzzard can’t fly through the open roof of a cage because .
| A．it is too big and heavy to fly up |
| B．it feels the space is too small to start the flight |
| C．it gets used to living in the cage without a roof |
| D．it would like to spend the rest of his life in the jail |
Paragraph 2 mainly tells us that .
| A．the bat is a kind of smart bird |
| B．the bat can take off quickly on flat ground |
| C．the bat flies only at night |
| D．the bat can only take off from a higher place |
Which is NOT true about the bee?
| A．The bee doesn’t try to find a way to escape. |
| B．The bee will die if it isn’t taken out of the cup in time. |
| C．The bee always wants to escape from the cup near the bottom. |
| D．The bee doesn’t see the way out at the top. |
What’s the purpose of the story?
| A．Many people are like the buzzard, the bat and the bee. |
| B．Animals will also give up when in trouble. |
| C．We should try new ways to deal with difficulties. |
| D．We should solve problems by ourselves. |
A wise man used to go to the ocean to do his writing. He had a habit of walking on the beach every morning.
One day, when he was walking along the shore（海岸）, he saw a young man moving like a
dancer. He smiled to himself at the thought that someone would dance on the beach. So he began to walk faster to catch up.
As he got closer, he saw that the young man wasn’t dancing, but instead he was reaching down to the shore, picking up something and very gently throwing it into the ocean.
He called out, “Good morning! What are you doing?” The young man stopped, looked up and replied, “Throwing starfish in the ocean.” “I guess I should have asked, why are you throwing starfish in the ocean?”
“The sun is up and the tide（潮汐）is going out. And if I don’t throw them in, they’ll die.”
“But, young man, don’t you realize that there are miles and miles of beach and starfish all along it. You can’t possibly make a difference!”
The young man listened politely. Then he bent down, picked another starfish, and threw it into the sea, and said, “It made a difference for that one.”
There is something very special in each and every one of us. We have all been gifted（赋予）
with the ability to make a difference.
We must each find our starfish. And if we throw starfish wisely and well, the world will be better.What was the wise man used to doing every morning?
| A．Taking a walk on the shore. |
| B．Watching the young man dance. |
| C．Meeting up with the young man. |
| D．Helping the young man pick up starfish. |
Why did the young man throw the starfish into the ocean?
| A．To have fun. |
| B．To study starfish. |
| C．To feed some fish. |
| D．To save starfish. |
What can we learn from the story?
| A．Each of us should learn to protect starfish. |
| B．People living on the shore always try to save starfish. |
| C．Each of us has the ability to make an important effect on something. |
| D．People can come up with some good ideas when walking on the shore. |
Because earthquakes happen without warning, it’s important to take steps now to prepare. Because you don’t know where you will be when an earthquake happens, prepare some supplies for your home, workplace, and car.
1. Water.
A person needs at least 1/2 gallon of water daily just for drinking. Store at least1 gallon of water per person per day and be prepared for a 72-hour period. It’s suggested that you buy bottled water. Keep bottled water in its original container and do not open it until you need to use it. Also, do check the “use by” date.
2. Food.
It’s always a practical idea to keep a supply of non-perishable(不易腐烂的) food on hand. Have an enough supply of canned food, dried milk, dried fruits, non-salted nuts and canned juices for at least 72 hours.
3. Flashlights and spare batteries.
Keep a flashlight beside your bed, at your place of work, and in your car. Do not use matches or candles after an earthquake until you are sure that no gas leaks.
Prepare a battery –powered radio and spare batteries. Most telephones will be out of order, so radios will be your best source of information.
4. Clothes.
If you live in a cold place, you must think about warmth. You might not have heat after an earthquake. Think about your clothing and bedding supplies.You should prepare all of the following except _______________.
| A．canned juices |
| B．dried fruits |
| C．fresh vegetables |
| D．dried milk |
If you live in a cold place, you should prepare _______________ .
| A．some warm clothes and bedding supplies |
| B．some hot water |
| C．some batteries |
| D．some flashlights |
According to the article we know that _________________.
| A．clothes are used to protect your head |
| B．a telephone is the most important prepared thing |
| C．flashlights but not matches are first used after earthquakes |
| D．we need to prepare some supplies only at home |
IMPROVE ON SLEEP
Good health needs a good sleep. Going to bed before you’re tired. Not eating or reading in bed. Go to bed at the same time before midnight and get up at the same time. Your body likes routine (常规) for a good night’s sleep.
STAY FREE OF FLU
Studies show that a cold or flu virus （病毒） can live on our hands for long. So wash all parts of your hands often with soap and water. For more ways to prevent (阻止）the spread of flu, please call HealthLine at 1800 848 1313.
ORAL (口腔) HEALTH
Brush your teeth twice daily and visit the dentist at least once a year. The mouth is a mirror （镜子）of disease（疾病）. The oral examination （检查）is not only for the health of teeth, but the whole body. For more of it, please visit www. mydr. com. au.
FIT FOR LIFE
Studies have shown that many diseases have something to do with less or no physical (身体) activity. Try to do it for 30 minutes a day, 5 days or more a week. For more information, please call HealthLine at 1800 438 2000.If you want to get a good sleep, you’d better _______.
| A．go to bed after you’re tired |
| B．go to sleep at midnight |
| C．follow the bedtime routine |
| D．eat something or read in bed |
To prevent from catching a cold or flu, it’s good for you _______.
| A．to clean your fingers often |
| B．to brush your teeth twice daily |
| C．to get up early every morning |
| D．to wash all parts of your hands |
You should visit the dentist at least once a year, because _______.
| A．the oral examination is necessary |
| B．you don’t often brush your teeth |
| C．some diseases may be in the mirror |
| D．you don’t have a good night’s sleep |
Studies have shown that many diseases have something to do with _______.
| A．having no oral examination |
| B．washing hands with cold water |
| C．sleeping too late sometimes |
| D．doing little physical activity |
When you want to learn more about the flu, you can _______.
| A．visit www. mydr. com. Au |
| B．call HealthLine at 1800 848 1313 |
| C．visit the dentist in your place |
| D．call HealthLine at 1800 438 2000 |
It was late on a snowing night. Doctor Van was driving fast to the hospital to do an operation (手术) on a badly hurt (受伤的) person. Minutes later he came to a red traffic light and had to stop to wait. A man suddenly opened the door of the car and got in.
“Drive on, ” shouted the man, “Just do what I’ve told you to. ” The man was strong and tall while Doctor Van was not.
“But I’m a doctor, ” Van tried to tell him what he was going to do. “I’m on my way to the hospital to save…” “Stop talking and drive faster, as fast as you can!” the man stopped Van and Van had to do so.
Only a few minutes had passed when the man made Van stop his car again and drove him off, and he himself drove away very quickly.
Van stood in the snow for a moment and then walked around to look for a taxi.
Another half an hour had passed when Van got out of the taxi and ran into the hospital. But it was too late and nothing could be done.
The man who had taken Van’s car was standing by the person all the time. He was so sad! Only then did Van know that the man was the father of that badly hurt person!What was the weather like that night?
| A．Rainy | B．Snowy | C．Windy | D．Warm |
Who needed an operation at once?
| A．Doctor Van. | B．The man |
| C．Doctor Van’s son. | D．The man’s son. |
Why did the man take Van’s car?
| A．Because he was a doctor and had to get to the hospital as soon as possible. |
| B．Because he wanted to use the car to see a friend who was in hospital and needed his help. |
| C．Because he wanted to get to the hospital earlier than the doctor. |
| D．Because he was worried about his son and could not wait to see him. |
Which of the following is not true?
| A．The man lost his son. |
| B．Doctor Van was stronger than the man. |
| C．Doctors need cars. |
| D．The weather was not fine that night. |
Which of the following can be the best title （标题） for this passage?
| A．A Doctor Driving at Night. |
| B．A Good Doctor Met a Bad Man. |
| C．Too Worried to Be Helpful. |
| D．How to Save a Badly Hurt Person. |
A father isn’t happy with his only son. He doesn’t think his son is clever.
One day, the father gives his son a task. He says, here is a coin. Go to buy one thing. That must be something to eat, something to drink, and something to plant.
“What can I buy with one coin? It is too hard!” Then a girl finds the boy is not happy and comes up to him. “Can I help you? ” The boy tells her that hard task. “I know what you can do, ” she says. “Go and buy a watermelon with this coin. ” It will give you everything your father wants.” The boy thanks the girl and then runs to buy a watermelon.
When the father sees the watermelon, he is very happy. “Good Job!” “In fact, that’s not my idea. A girl helps me”, says the boy. The father then says, “Honesty is more important than cleverness.”
根据短文内容，选择最佳答案。The father isn’t happy, because __________.
| A．he doesn't think his son is clever |
| B．his son is lazy |
| C．his son doesn’t study hard |
| D．his son can’t buy something for him |
The boy thinks about what his father says, but he still doesn’t know ______.
| A．where to buy it | B．what to buy |
| C．how to buy it | D．why to buy it |
__________ helps the boy.
| A．A girl | B．An old man | C．A friend | D．A teacher |
The father is _______ when he sees the watermelon.
| A．sad | B．happy | C．excited | D．angry |
The meaning of “honesty” is __________.
| A．失败 | B．坚持 | C．诚实 | D．骄傲 |
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