In most parts of Britain,the black cat is a symbol of good luck and owning a black cat may bring good luck to the family.But recently,black cats can no longer enjoy so much favor.
The British Royal for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals（英国防止虐待动物协会）announced a rise in the number of black cats being abandoned by their owners,due to not looking good in selfies（自拍）.According to the RSPCA,more than 70 percent of the cats in its care are black.The biggest reason for that is black cats tend not to photograph as their lighter and brighter-colored fellows with more obvious markings.An RSPCA spokesman said, “This has become a national problem.And we are urging people to never judge a cat by its color but look at its personality instead.”
The Millwood Cat Rescue Centre has taken in nice black cats in the past two weeks.The founder of the rescue centre said,“We have had a lot of black cats because people don’t like black at the moment.Other look at the black cats and then just say ‘Oh,have you got anything else?’”
Animal lover Gabriella Fletcher owns a 16-year-old black cat,Susie.She regularly takes selfies with her pet.She said,“It is hard to get a good picture as you can’t really see how beautiful Susie is.She is just as special as any other cat.”
1.Why are black cats less favored by people?
A. They are rising in number. B. They don’t bring good luck anymore
C. They are banned by RSPCA. D. They don’t look good in photos.
2.What does the underlined sentence in Paragraph 3 imply?
A. People want more black cats. B. People want to have something to eat.
C. People want more pet animals. D. People are unwilling to see so many black cats.
3.In Gabriella Fletcher’s eyes,black cats are_______.
A. Disgusting B. Unlucky
C. Ordinary D. Attractive
4.Which of the following can be the best title of this text?
A. Black cats out in “selfies”. B. Black cats abandoned in the UK.
C. Black cats in need of caring. D. Black cats favored again.
If you go to the Rehabilitation Institute in Chicago,you will see someone working to help patients.The job, which takes patience and skills,helps people do more.These persons are Physical Therapists.And I'm glad to be one of them.
I work closely with people who have hurt themselves.Their injuries may be as mild as having a painful shoulder, knee or back,or as severe as having paralyzed legs and/or arms.It's my job to evaluate what their problems are and come up with ways help make them better and stronger.
I need to be able communicate well with people of all ages and backgrounds every day.I need to be able to talk to people I’ve never met and ask them personal questions that help me to understand what is wrong with them.
I chose to go into physical therapy because I love to be with people and talk with them.I decided that I didn’t want to use the computer all day or answer the telephone or be in a lab doing experiments.
To prepare to become a Physical Therapist,I had to finish college and then went to graduate school for 3 years, attaining the master degree.In that time,I learned all the muscles in the body and all the organs and how they work.I mastered as much as possible in biology, chemistry, math, physics,physiology and psychology.
What I like about my job is that it is always very interesting and never boring.I like that I am never alone but surrounded by people all the time.They tell me that I have made a difference in their lives and when I go home at night,I know that I have touched someone else’s life and they appreciate the work I did for them.
1.According to the text,what dose a Physical Therapist do?
A. Curing patients of their severe diseases.
B. Helping patients know more about the hospital.
C. Offering tips to make patients better in their life.
D. Making patients solve their problems independently.
2.What dose a person need most to be a Physical Therapist?
A. Good communication ability. B. Good experimenting ability.
C. Good computer ability. D. Good observing ability.
3.What can we know about the author?
A. The author just finished his college. B. The author acquired all-round knowledge.
C. The author thinks his job is boring. D. The author likes doing experiments.
A scientist believes he has discovered a direct link between people's favourite sleeping position and their personality.Professor Chris Idzikowski has described six different positions and what each one says about a person's character.The professor,who did the research for a hotel group,said,"We are all aware of our body language when we are awake but this is the first time we have been able to see what our position says about us when we are asleep."At the moment,Professor Idzikowski is trying to sleep in a yoga position that involves crossing your legs around your neck.He says there is no perfect position for sleeping.
1.THE STARFISH
"Starfish" sleep flat on their back with their arms raised.They are good listeners who make friends easily but do not like to be the centre or the attention.
2.THE YEARNER
"Yearners" sleep on their side with their arms raised.They are doubtful and have a very sensible approach to life.
3.THE FOETUS
The most popular position,particularly among women.They sleep curled（蜷缩）up on their side,holding on to the pillow.They appear to be tough but are actually sensitive and shy.
4.THE FREEFALLER
Only 6.5% of people prefer to sleep on their front,making this the least popular sleeping position."Freefallers" seem very confident,although this hides a nervous personality.
5.THE LOG
The "log" position is similar to the "yearner" but with arms by the sides."Logs" are easy-going and sociable,but can be seen as too gullible,easily to be victims.
6.THE SOLDIER
"Soldiers",who sleep on their back with their arms by their sides,are quiet and reserved.They set high standards for themselves and do not like noisy social situations.
1.Which of the following sayings about the sleeping position is correct?
A. "Starfish" like to be the focus of the attention.
B. "Yearners" sleep on their back with their arms raised.
C. "Foetus" seem to be strong but sensitive.
D. "Soldiers" sleep on their side with their arms by their sides.
2.Which sleeping position suggests a seemingly confident but nervous personality?
A. "Starfish". B"Freefaller".
3.What can we infer from Paragraph 1?
A. People's sleeping position determines their personality.
B. People don't know their body language when awake.
C. The yoga sleeping position is the best one.
D. Professor Idzikowski shows great interest in sleeping positions.
4.What does the underlined word "gullible" mean in paragraph 6?
A. Easily tricked. B. Easily approached.
C. Easily satisfied. D. Easily annoyed.
假如你是李华，最近收到英国笔友Tom的来信。他想了解你校如何维护学生在校期间的安全。请你给他写一封英语回信，介绍你校的做法，如重视安全问题、加强安全教育、增加保安人员、来访登记等。
注意：1.信的内容可适当发挥；
2.词数120左右(信的开头和结尾已给出，但不计入总数)。
3.参考词汇：安全意识awareness of safety；登记register；保安security guard
Dear Tom，
I’m glad to receive your letter and thank you for your concern about our students’ security.
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We believe a safer school will provide a better learning environment for us students.
Yours，
Li Hua
注意：每句有且只有一处错误。
错误类型及修改方法：
增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧）,并在下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线（﹨）划掉。
修改：在错的词下划一横线,并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
1.I’m looking forward to get your reply.
2.There have been many popular band in the world.
3.If the neighbors do not give any sweets, the children might play trick on them.
4.Festivals can also be held for honour famous people.
5.It was obvious which the manger of the coffee shop was waiting for Li Fang to leave.
1.She looked sad, hopeless of the _________ (到来) of her friend.
2.These two countries had three _________ (宗教上的) wars in twenty years.
3.The man said he would rather _________ (饿死) than betray for food.
4.Have you ever wanted to be part of a band as a famous _________ (音乐家).
5.To be _________ (说实话), a lot of people attach great importance to becoming rich and famous.
