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(2013·重庆，B)
One of the greatest gifts one generation can give to other generations is the wisdom it has gained from experience. This idea has inspired the awardwinning photographer Andrew Zuckerman. He interviewed and took photos of fifty oversixtyfiveyearolds all over the world.His project explores various aspects of their lives. The photos and interviews are now available on our website.

Click on the introductions to read the complete interviews.
Let us now have a culture of peace.
—Federico Mayor Zaragoza, Spain
Federico Mayor Zaragoza obtained a doctorate in pharmacy(药学)from the Complutense University of Madrid in 1958. After many years spent in politics, he became DirectorGeneral of UNESCO in 1987. In 1999, he created the Foundation for a Culture of Peace, of which he is now the president. In addition to many scientific publications, he has published four collections of poems and several books of essays.

Writing is a discovery.
—Nadine Gordimer, South Africa
Due to a weak heart, Nadine Gordimer attended school and university briefly. She read widely and began writing at an early age. She published her first short story at the age of fifteen, and has completed a large number of works, which have been translated into forty languages. In 1991, Gordimer won the Nobel Prize for Literature.

Jazz is about the only form of art today.
—Dave Brubeck, USA
Dave Brubeck studied music at the University of the Pacific and graduated in 1942. After World War Two he was encouraged to play jazz. In 1951, he recorded his first album (专辑). Brubeck's 1959 album has beco

me a jazz standard. He received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1996.
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Why did Andrew Zuckerman choose the fifty elders for his project?

A．Because their wisdom deserves to be passed on.

B．Because they are physically impressive.

C．Because their accomplishments inspired him.

D．Because they have similar experiences.

According to the web page, Federico Mayor Zaragoza ______.

A．has won many awards for his work in politics

B．has served as the president of a university

C．has devoted all his life to the field of science

D．has made achievements in different areas

Who most probably said “My education has been the library and books” in the interview when reflecting on his/her experience?

A．Andrew Zuckerman.

B．Federico Mayor Zaragoza.

C．Nadine Gordimer.

D．Dave Brubeck.

What is the main purpose of this web page?

A．To show Zuckerman's awards.

B．To publicize Zuckerman's project.

C．To spread the wisdom of the three people.

D．To celebrate the achievements of the three people.

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1. When was the day named after Valentine?
A. More than 1700 years ago before Valentine’s death
B. More than 2000 years ago
C. On February 24
D. It is not mentioned in the passage.
2. Which is not true about the Roman holiday?
A. Girls put into a container large pieces of paper with their own names on them.
B. Boys and girls became sweet hearts by chance
C. Girls and boys were not lovers for a year.
D. It was celebrated as a holiday for lovers
3. What is the cost of printing a message to show one’s love? It’s _______________.
A. a few dollars                   B. 80 dollars, and more                C. very expensive
D. a few dollars in a local newspaper and 80 dollars in USA Today
4. What can be inferred from the passage?
A. The ancient Roman girls were more open and easy-going than boys
B. Valentine was killed for helping lovers
C. Readers of USA Today can send roses to their lovers along with printed messages
D. Valentine was honored by people for his firm Christian belief and warm heart
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A. To briefly introduce the origin of Valentine’s Day and the modern style.
B. To advertise for USA Today.
C. To tell you that Americans are open to express their love
D. To sell roses on Valentine’s Day.

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A. made him laugh merrily
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C. shown much concern for him
D. played a joke on him
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B．The Chemical Structure of Plastic.
C．Plastic that Repairs Itself.
D．Small Balloons that Makes Plastic Stronger.
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A．the cracked plastic parts are changed
B．the plastic is made
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D．the plastic cracks
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B．the plastic parts in them are easily broken or damaged
C．the new material cannot be used elsewhere
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Students must apply for a place before attending any class. Applications(申请), either by post or in person, are dealt with strictly in the order they are received at the Adult Education Office.
　　You can apply:
　　BY POST-Use the card provided with the exact fee. You'll be accepted on the course unless it is full, in which case we will inform you. An acknowledgement(承认) will not be made nor a receipt(收据) sent unless you provide a stamped addressed envelope. Receipts will normally be given out at the first class.
　　IN PERSON-Call at the Adult Education Office (ground floor, Block C) between approximately 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. (2:30 p.m. on Fridays), or at the College Reception Desk (at the main entrance) at the other times (in the evenings until about 7:30 p.m. on Fridays).
　　Students should note that popular classes may be full well before the course is to start, so that early application is strongly advised to avoid disappointment.
　　For the AUTUMN TERM, applications will be accepted by post (preferably) or in person from 1st August.
　　For the SPRING TERM, applications will be accepted from 1st December.
　　For the SUMMER TERM, applications will be accepted from 1st April.
68．Students who apply to the college by post will ________ .
　　A．avoid disappointment
　　B．be sent a bill
　　C．have an advantage over people applying in person
　　D．be informed if they haven't got a place
69．Students applying by post must ________ .
　　A．hand in a stamped addressed envelope in person
　　B．pay at the first class
　　C．bring the receipt to the first class
　　D．send payment with their application
70．Where can students apply in person?
　　A．At the College Reception Desk at 3:30 p.m.
　　B．At the Adult Education Office after about 3:30 p.m.
　　C．At the Adult Education Office at 9:30 a.m.
　　D．At the College Reception Desk at 2:20 p.m. on Fridays.
71．If students want to apply for the AUTUMN TERM, ________ .
　　A．they should check whether the course is full
　　B．they can apply by post or in person
　　C．applications must be received by August 1st
　　D．they must apply in person before August 1

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