Around the world more and more people are taking part in dangerous sports and activities. Of course, there have always been people who have looked for adventures—those who have climbed the highest mountains, travelled into unknown parts of the world or sailed in small boats across the greatest oceans(海洋). Now, however, there are more people who look for an excitement from a risky activity which may only last a few minutes or even seconds.
I would think bungee jumping to be a good example of such an activity. You jump from a high place (perhaps a bridge or a hot-air balloon) 200 metres above the ground with an elastic (有弹性的) rope tied to your ankles(脚踝). You fall at up to 150 kilometres an hour until the rope stops you from hitting the ground. It is said that about 2 million people around the world have now tried bungee jumping. Other risky activities include jumping from tall buildings and diving(跳水) into the water from the top of high places.
Why do people take part in such activities as these? Some psychologists suggest that it is because life in modern world has become safe and boring. Not very long ago, people’s lives were often in danger. They had to go out and hunt for food, diseases could not easily be cured, and life was harder than that of the present days.
Nowadays, to many people, life offers little excitement. They live and work in safe conditions; they buy food in shops; and there are doctors and hospitals to look after them if they become ill. The answer for some of these people is to look for danger in activities such as bungee jumping.More and more people today __________.
| A．are trying activities such as bungee jumping |
| B．are climbing the highest mountains |
| C．are coming close to death in sports |
| D．are looking for adventures such as travelling into exciting parts of the world |
In bungee jumping, you __________.
| A．jump as high as you can |
| B．slide down(下滑) a rope to the ground |
| C．tie yourself to a rope and fall to the ground |
| D．fall towards the ground without a rope |
People probably take part in dangerous sports nowadays because __________.
| A．they have a lot of free time |
| B．they can go to hospital if they are injured |
| C．there isn’t so much excitement in life |
| D．they no longer need to hunt for food |
What is the best title of this passage?
| A．Modern Life is Boring |
| B．Dangerous Sports: What and Why |
| C．Bungee Jumping: Is It Really Dangerous? |
| D．Need for Excitement |
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Confidence isveryimportant in daily life. It can help you to develop ahealthyattitude （态度）.A study shows that the people who are more confident are much happier. They can have more chance to make themselves successful. But how to be more confident? Here are some suggestions:
•Speak loud When you are not confident, you can't do well what you want to do. You speak in a voice so low that other people can hardly hear you. Try to speak loud enough so that people can hear you clearl y. The .high voice can help you become more confident.
•Play sports Physical exercise makes you tired but completely relaxed. A strong body helps you be full of confidence.
•Encourage yourself. Write down a list of things youdid during thedayto see how many things you have donewell. Did youfinishyour homework? Did you tell a joke that made everybody laugh? Give yourself praise（赞扬） for the good things you've done.
•Get rid of （消除） fear Fear comes along with failure （失败）. But it's easy to overcome （克服） if you know that failure is part of your life. Don't hide your head just because you said something stupidlasttime. Try to start again and believe you can do better.
•Pick up a hobby If you like singing, sing as much as you can. In some ways, a hobby can make you outstanding. And it will make you happy and confidentIs confidence very important in our daily life?
How many suggestions can you get from the passage?
Which can help you to be more confident, to speak in low voice or in loud voice?
How can you encourage yourself?
What is the main idea of this passage?
One day, Howard Kelly，a poor boy was sending newspapers door to door because he wanted to get some money to go on his schooling . He was so hungry that he decided to beg for a meal at the next house.
However, he felt nervous when a lovely young woman opened the door. Instead of a meal he asked for a drink of water. She thought he looked hungry so she brought him a large glass of milk. He drank it slowly, and then asked, “how much do I owe（欠） you?”
“You don't owe me anything,” she replied. “Then I thank you from the bottom of my heart.” With these words, Howard Kelly left that house.
Years later the woman became badly ill and was finally sent to the hospital in a big city. Dr. Howard Kelly, now famous, was called in. When he heard the name of the town she came from, a strange light filled his eyes. Immediately（立刻），he rose and went down through the hospital hall into her room.
Dressed in his doctor's clothes, Dr. Kelly went into her room and recognized (认出) her at once. From that day on, he gave special attention to her, and decided to do his best to save her life.
At last the woman was saved. Dr. Kelly asked the business office to pass the final bill to him. He looked at it and then wrote something on the side. The bill was sent to her room. She was afraid to open it because she was sure that it would take the rest of her life to pay for it off. Finally she looked, and the note on the side of the bill caught her attention. She read these words:
“Paid in full with a glass of milk, Dr. Howard Kelly.”
Tears of joy flooded her eyes as she prayed silently,“Thank You,God. Your love has spread through human hearts and hands.”The boy was sending newspapers door to door in order to _______.
| A．continue his schooling |
| B．become a famous doctor |
| C．thank the woman for her kindness |
| D．support his poor family |
Which is true about the boy and the woman?
| A．He became too shy to ask her for a drink of water. |
| B．She thought he was not hungry but thirsty. |
| C．She wanted him to pay for the glass of milk. |
| D．She never thought he would save her life later. |
After Dr. Kelly knew who the woman was, he _______.
| A．began to take good care of her himself |
| B．told her she once gave him a glass of milk |
| C．made up his mind to try his best to save her |
| D．asked for her bill and paid for it off at once |
The best title for this passage is _______.
| A．A Warm-hearted Woman | B．A Glass of Milk |
| C．The Final Bill | D．A Famous Doctor |
Which pet is the best pet for you? Different pets are good for different people. People who live in the country can have almost any pet. Dogs need a lot space(空间) to run, so the country is a good place for them. The country is a good place for cats, rabbits, horses, and birds, too. People who live in the city can also have pets. Cats are happy inside flat. Birds, fish, and lizards can live in flat . Dogs can be very happy in apartments if they get lots of exercise and clean air. Dogs need to be walked every day. A runner would make a good pet owner(主人). Then the dog could run with its owner.
Cat and dog owners must train their pets. Training takes time. Birds, fish, and lizards are better pets for people who are very busy.
Cats and dogs both need soft beds to sleep on. Birds sleep on a perch in their cages. Lizards and fish need tanks to live in. one thing all animals need is lots of love. Peter is busy with his work in the city every day, so he may keep the pets like____.
| A．cats and birds | B．dogs and fish |
| C．horses and lizards | D．birds and lizards |
Which sentence is true according to (根据) the passage?
| A．People in the country can have almost any pet. |
| B．People in the city can only have cats or dogs. |
| C．People who own cats can’t only have other pets. |
| D．All the pets need soft beds and lots of love. |
What’s the passage mainly about?
| A．How to keep a pet in your house. |
| B．How many kinds of pet there are |
| C．What’s the difference between cats and birds |
| D．How to choose(选择) your best pet. |
Everybody wants to be healthy. You know food is very important. There are many healthy foods. You can have more bananas, apples, oranges, tomatoes and lettuce because fruit and vegetables are good foryou. But don't eat too much chocolate. It's not good for you. It's not healthy food. Healthy food can make you grow and make you strong and happy. Remember there is a saying, "An apple a day keeps the doctor away." Sports can also keep you healthy. Get up early and do some sports every day. Don't be lazy! You will be healthy and happy. What are healthy food?
| A．Fruits and vegetables |
| B．Bananas, apples and chocolate |
| C．Fruits and chocolate |
| D．Orange, tomatoes and chocolate |
Why are healthy food good for you?
| A．They make you happy. |
| B．They can make you grow and make you strong and happy. |
| C．They are delicious. |
| D．They can make you happy and clever. |
"An apple a day keeps the doctor away."means( 意思是)？
| A．The doctor goes away when he sees an apple. |
| B．The doctor runs away when you give him an apple. |
| C．You eat an apple every day and you can be healthy |
| D．Apple is a famous doctor in the world |
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How much is the ticket of the film 2012?
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You can call______ if you want to see Iron Man 2.
| A．0351-8734204 | B．0351-8319312 |
| C．0351-8061635 | D．0351-8456161 |
At 9 0’clock in the morning, you can go to______ to see a film.
| A．the King’s Cinema | B．Changfeng Theater |
| C．the Royal Theater | D．Town Cinema |
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