Although most weddings follow long-held traditions, there’s still room for American individualism. For example, the usual place for a wedding is in a church. But some people get married outdoors in a scenic spot. A few even have the ceremony while skydiving or riding on horseback! The couple may invite hundreds of people or just a few close friends. They choose their own style of colors, decorations and music during the ceremony. But some things rarely change. The bride usually wears a beautiful long white wedding dress. She traditionally wears “something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue.” The groom wears a formal suit.
Several close friends participate in the ceremony as attendants, including the best man and the maid of honor.
As the ceremony begins, the groom and his attendants stand with the minister, facing the audience. Music signals the entrance of the bride’s attendants, followed by the beautiful bride. Nervously, the young couple repeats their vows （誓言）. Traditionally, they promise to love each other “for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health.” But sometimes the couple has composed(编写) their own vows. They give each other a gold ring to symbolize their marriage commitment. Finally the minister announces the big moment, “ I now pronounce you man and wife. You may kiss your bride!”
At the wedding reception, the bride and groom greet their guests. Then they cut the wedding cake and feed each other a bite. Guests talk with each other while enjoying the cake, drinks and other treats. When the reception is over, the newlyweds run to their “decorated” car and speed off. Many couples take a honeymoon, a one- to two-week vacation trip, to celebrate their new marriage. Which of the following best shows American individualism?
| A．Most weddings observe long-held traditions. |
| B．Some people choose their own style of weddings. |
| C．People choose a church as a place for a wedding. |
| D．The bride wears a beautiful long white wedding dress. |
What can be inferred from the passage?
| A．Wedding vows are usually composed by the minister. |
| B．The young couple face the audience throughout the wedding. |
| C．The couple composes their own vows to avoid nervousness. |
| D．The minister is the chief witness at the wedding ceremony |
According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE?
| A．The best man is the one to marry the maid of honor. |
| B．The wedding reception is a party after the wedding ceremony. |
| C．The newlyweds always take a honeymoon in their own cars. |
| D．Many couples take a vacation trip before the wedding. |
During adolescence(青春期), peers（同龄人） play a large part in a young person's life and typically replace family as the center of a teen's social activities. Some kids give in to peer pressure because they want to be liked or because they worry that other kids may make fun of them if they don't go along with the group. Others may go along because they are curious to try something new that others are doing. The idea that "everyone's doing it" may influence some kids to leave their better judgment, or their common sense, behind.
As children grow, develop, and move into early adolescence, contacts with one's peers and the attraction of peer identification (认同)increases. As pre-adolescents begin rapid physical, emotional and social changes, they begin to question adult standards and the need for parental guidance. They find it good to turn for advice to friends who understand— friends who are in the same position themselves. By trying new things and testing their ideas with their peers, there is less fear of being laughed at.
There are two levels of peer pressure. The first is in the large group: for most teens a school or a youth group are examples. This is the situation that gets the most attention. The second is in the close relationship with one or several best friends. This is the situation that is sometimes disregarded. The large group puts a general pressure on its members. It sets the standard for clothing, music, entertainment, and "political correctness". The pressure can be avoided by keeping quiet or by putting on the appearance of agreement. Why can’t some children follow their common sense?
| A．Because they want to be liked by everybody. |
| B．Because they don’t want to make fun of others. |
| C．Because they are curious about their new friends. |
| D．Because they think all the children will do the same. |
When in pre-adolescence, who may children ask for suggestions?
| A．Parents | B．Teachers | C．Friends | D．Classmates |
Which word can replace the underlined word disregarded in the last paragraph?
| A．unnoticed | B．mentioned | C．disagreed | D．avoided |
What might be discussed in the following paragraph?
| A．The reasons of peer pressure. |
| B．The advantages of peer pressure. |
| C．Peer pressure from close friends. |
| D．Peer pressure from a youth group. |
BEIJING - By the end of 2011 China-made supercomputers will say goodbye to foreign microchips（微芯片） and start using their own "Chinese core(核心)", according to one of the country's leading scientists, Hu Weiwu.
Hu told reporters on Saturday that the "Dawning 6000" supercomputer, developed by the Institute of Computing Technology of CAS and the Dawning Information Industry Company (DIIC), will adopt Loongson microchips for the first time as its core parts. It will have a computing speed of more than 1,000 trillion operations a second.
Making supercomputers with Chinese microchips is one of the nation's major science and technology projects. Three organizations - the Institute of Computing Technology of CAS, Jiangnan Institute of Computing Technology and the National University of Defense Technology (NUDT) - have their own supercomputer projects.
According to their schedules, all three institutions will need to meet the target of using domestically（国内的） developed microchips by the end of this year. Hu said the new supercomputer will use fewer than 10,000 Loongson microchips, and will also be more energy-efficient.
Tianhe-1A, developed by NUDT in Hunan's provincial capital Changsha, is the fastest supercomputer in the world. However, Tianhe-1A largely runs on 14,336 CPUs made by Intel, and 7,186 GPUs (processing units) from Nvidia, two US chip-makers.
Hu said there will be difficulties ahead as there is little affiliated equipment specially developed for these supercomputers. "We have enough supercomputers in China but still can't make full use of them," He said.
Hu added that although the China-made CPUs have improved since they were first produced in 2002, they have a long way to go to compete with US chip-makers such as Intel.What’s the best title for this passage?
| A．The Arrival of Chinese Supercomputers |
| B．Homemade CPUs with a Long Way to Go |
| C．The Supercomputers of Three Organizations in China |
| D．Homemade CPUs on the Way for Local Supercomputers |
What will raise the speed to more than 1,000 trillion operations a second.?
| A．Dawning 6000 | B．Loongson microchips |
| C．DIIC | D．Tianhe-1A |
What do we know about Tianhe-1A?
A. Not all the parts of Tianhe-1A are made by China.
B. Tianhe-1A is developed by CAS and DIIC.
C. Tianhe-1A will use fewer than 10,000 Loongson microchips.
D. NUDT has produced a most powerful supercomputer in China.The underlined word “affiliated” can be replaced by_______.
| A．cheap | B．suitable | C．expensive | D．modern |
Cruising(乘船游览) with children has never been more
Cruising, with free parking, has never been more popular with families with children. It is an ideal family holiday - once you are on board the kids will have so much to do you may not see them at all!
With fantastic children’s clubs and a play area for under 2 years old, to circus skills school on top deck, Rock School, where teens can play guitar, and Noddy and Mr. Bump from the Mr. Men Show are regular visitors. With superliners created with enjoyment and comfort in mind why not take the stress out of your next family holiday.
Sail from UK in 2011 with free parking
Sailing from Southampton has never been better value with free parking on selected sailings, saving you up to an extra £200 off your holiday. Why not sail from Southampton in 2011 to a great range of classic and impressive destinations.
The sales continues more benefits added
The P&O Cruises sale has been extended! Book before 28th February and you can save up to £2,500 and receive up to £960 free onboard spend PLUS, you can now receive free car parking on selected sailings. Do as much or as little as you desire, with P&O – you make all the choices!
Get more from your holidays—free hotel stays
Looking for something a bit different? Why not try a cruise with a pre- or post-cruise stay. Spend a day or two in fantastic cities. Tour the St Peters Basilica in Rome, wander around Sagrada Família in Barcelona or wander the beach front of Miami. Best of all, this won’t cost you a penny!
This passage is probably from________.
| A．a magazine | B．a report | C．the Internet | D．a travel book |
From the first advertisement we may reach a conclusion____.
| A．once you are on board the kids will leave you. |
| B．You can even take a one-year-old baby aboard. |
| C．There are two middle schools on top deck. |
| D．You’ll surely see Mr. Bump from the Mr. Men Show. |
What benefits can you get if you book before 28thFebruary?
| A．Money saved up to £ 250. | B．Some free onboard spend. |
| C．Free car parking. | D．A meeting with Noddy. |
Which of the following does NOT provide free parking?
| A．Cruising with children | B．Sailing from Southampton |
| C．P&O Cruises | D．Free hotel stays |
American colleges and universities consider a number of things about a student who wants to be admitted. Experts say the most important thing is the students’ high school record. Besides, student's interests and activities may also play a part in getting accepted. But in most cases another consideration is how well the student did on college entrance exams. Here we’d like to discuss two of these tests: the SAT and the ACT. Most American schools accept either one.
The SAT measures reasoning skills in mathematics and language. Students have almost four hours to complete the SAT. The newest part is an essay. Students have twenty-five minutes to write an answer to a question.
The SAT costs 41.5$. Besides, the international processing charge is 22$ more. And test-takers in India and Pakistan must also pay a 21.5 $ security charge.
Students may also need to take SAT subject tests in areas like history, science and foreign language. Subject tests cost eighteen dollars each.
The ACT is an achievement test. It is designed to measure what a student has learned in school. Students are tested in mathematics, English, reading and science. A writing test is offered but not required. Without it, the ACT takes about three hours to complete. The essay part adds thirty minutes.
The ACT costs forty-nine dollars to take outside the United States. The writing test costs an additional fourteen dollars. What’s most important in students’ admission to American colleges and universities?
| A．High school record |
| B．Interests and activities |
| C．Performances in SAT and ACT |
| D．Skills in mathematics and language |
If a student from Pakistan wants to take the SAT, how much should he pay at least?
| A．21.5 dollars | B．63 dollars | C．85 dollars | D．43.5 dollars |
Which of the statement is true according to the text?
| A．It usually takes about three hours to complete the SAT. |
| B．There are only two ways for students to enter a college or a university. |
| C．The ACT measures mathematics, English, reading and science. |
| D．The two tests are specially designed for students outside America. |
What might be the best title of this passage?
| A．College Entrance Exams in America |
| B．The Way to America Colleges |
| C．The Cost of American Colleges |
| D．Important Things in College Entrance |
Barack Obama was born on August 4, 1961 in Honolulu, Hawaii. His father came to America from Kenya, which is a country in Africa. His parents, Ann and Barack, met when they were students at the University of Hawaii. Since Barack had the same name as his father, young Barack went by the nickname “Barry”.
In 1979, after he finished high school, Barry went to Occidental College in Los Angeles, California. There, he started to learn about his African roots and decided to use his African name, Barack. After two years in L.A., he went to Columbia University in New York City to study politics.
After college, he moved to Chicago, Illinois, where he worked to help poor people in his city. He traveled to Africa to meet his grandmother and cousins for the first time. He went back many times over the years to visit with his family and learn about where he came from. At work, he met a lawyer named Michelle Robinson. They worked together in a big law firm. Then he left Chicago to go to Harvard Law School in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He did very well in law school.
After he was done with school, Barack moved back to Chicago and in 1992 he married Michelle. He worked as a lawyer, devoted to helping poor people for free who had been treated unfairly. He worked hard to get the people he helped to vote(投票).
He made many people believe that their votes were important, and helped them feel like they could make a difference.Barack Obama’s father was probably born in _________.
| A．Hawaii | B．California | C．Illinois | D．Kenya |
Which of the following is the right order according to the text?
①Getting married to Michelle.
②Travelling to Africa to meet his grandmother
③Going to Harvard Law School
④Going to Columbia University
⑤Working in a big law firm.
| A．④②⑤③① | B．④③②⑤① | C．③④①⑤② | D．②①⑤④③ |
How did Obama get people to vote?
| A．By cheating them to do so. |
| B．By making a difference to people. |
| C．By showing them the importance of their votes. |
| D．By helping poor people who treat others unfairly. |
According to the text, which of the following words can best describe Barack Obama?
| A．Humorous | B．Polite | C．Brave | D．Kind-hearted |
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