BEIJING—As China scrambles to respond to the choking smog that has blanketed Beijing in recent weeks, authorities in several major cities are experimenting with carbon trading platforms. The schemes are one effort to get control over greenhouse gases in an economy still hungry for cheap energy.

It has been a persistent concern in recent years, but the spiking pollution levels in January are sparking a public outcry.

Emissions from coal-fired electricity plants and busy factories are part of the problem that officials hope to get control over through carbon trading platforms. Seven cities are expected to open carbon markets later this year, including Tianjin.

“The government has decided to start with programs because the carbon trading is something new to China,” said David Tang, secretary of the board of the Tianjin Carbon Exchange. “So we want to have a number of programs to explore the use of the market.” said Tang.

China wants to launch a national carbon trading program by 2016. If it is successful, analysts say, the program would be one of the largest in the world and would help the country meet its target of cutting carbon dioxide emissions by 45 percent within seven years.

The platforms allow companies to earn credits for lowering greenhouse gas emissions, which can then be traded. If it works, it would encourage for-profit businesses to invest in green technology.

As public concern builds pressure for the government to find a solution, Wu Changhua, greater China director of the Climate Group, says there is a broad shift under way in how Chinese weigh their quality of life.

China has long put economic growth ahead of environmental concerns, making it the world’s biggest polluter. Carbon trading supporters hope that the markets could be one way to curb pollution and keep the economy growing.

66. Which of the following is TRUE about carbon trading platforms?

A. They are used to trade various resources.            B. They caused the choking smog in China.

C. They have been in existence for many years in China.  D. The choking smog may promote their development.

67. The underlined word in Paragraph 1 means “ ______”.

A. to make blanket    B. to cover something    C. to make something empty    D. to be like a blanket

68. Tang’s attitude towards carbon markets is ______.

A. unknown           B. indifferent         C. optimistic          D. pessimistic

69. What can we infer from the passage?

A. China will have built a national carbon trading program by 2016.

B. Chinese have lived a life of high quality in all aspects.

C. The markets could slow the development of economy.    D. Standards of life will be changed in China.

70. What's the main idea of this passage?

A. The choking smoke in China.          B. The urge for carbon trading platforms.

C. Greenhouse gases.                         D. The world’s biggest polluter.

    The January fashion show, called Future Fashion, exemplified how far green design has come. Organized by the New York-based nonprofit Earth Pledge, the show inspired many top designers to work with sustainable fabrics for the first time. Several have since made pledges to include organic fabrics in their lines.

    The designers who undertake green fashion still face many challenges. Scott Hahn, a cofounder with Gregory of Rogan and Loomstate, which uses all-organic cotton, says high-quality sustainable materials can still be tough to find. “Most designers with existing labels are finding there aren’t comparable materials that can just replace what you’re doing and what your customers are used to,” he says. For example, organic cotton and non-organic cotton are virtually indistinguishable once woven into a dress. But some popular synthetics, like stretch nylon, still have few eco-friendly equivalents(等同物).

    Those who do make the switch are finding they have more support. Last year the influential trade show Designers & Agents stopped charging its participation fee for young green entrepreneurs who attend its two springtime shows in Los Angeles and New York and gave special recognition to designers whose collections are at least 25% sustainable. It now counts more than 50 green designers, up from fewer than a dozen two years ago. This week Wal-Mart is set to announce a major initiative aimed at helping cotton farmers go organic: it will buy transitional cotton at higher prices, thus helping to expand the supply of a key sustainable material. “Main-stream is about to occur,” says Hahn.

     Some analysts are less sure. Among consumers, only 18% are even aware that eco-fashion exists, up from 6% four years ago. Natalie Hormilla, a fashion writer, is an example of the unconverted consumer. When asked if she owned any sustainable clothes, she replied, “Not that I’m aware of.” Like most consumers, she finds little time to shop, and when she does, she’s on the hunt for “cute stuff that isn’t too expensive.” By her own admission, green just isn’t yet on her mind. But thanks to the combined efforts of designers, retailers and suppliers—one day it will be.

61. What is said about Future Fashion?

A. It inspired leading designers to start going green.

B. It showed that designers using organic fabrics would go far.

C. It served as an example of how fashion shows should be organized.

D. It convinced the public that fashionable clothes should be made durable.

62. According to Scott Hahn, one big challenge to designers who will go organic is that ________.

A. much more time is needed to finish a dress using sustainable materials

B. they have to create new brands for clothes made of organic materials

C. customers have difficulty telling organic from non-organic materials

D. quality organic replacements for synthetics are not readily available

63. We learn from Paragraph 3 that designers who undertake green fashion ________.

A. can attend various trade shows for free          B. are readily recognized by the fashion world

C. can buy organic cotton at favorable prices             D. are gaining more and more support

64. What is Natalie Hormilla’s attitude toward eco-fashion?

A. She doesn’t seem to care about it.           B. She doesn’t think it is sustainable.

C. She is doubtful of its practical value.              D. She is opposed to the idea very much.

65. What does the author think of green fashion?

A. Green products will soon go main stream.             B. It has a very promising future.

C. Consumers have the final say.                        D. It will appeal more to young people.

  CUYAHOGA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY

Bay Village Branch, 502 Cahoon Road, 440-871-6392.

    The Egyptian Pyramids, 7 p. m. Sept. 17. Join us as Don King, a long-time student of Egyptology,

discusses the pyramids and presents the possible theories of the construction, design and mysteries surrounding

these ancient wonders.

    Join us as local Bay Village resident, Tom Bell, discusses his book “My Dad Is a Freak: a Memoir”, 7

p.m.Sept. 27.

    Fairview Park Branch, 21255 Lorain Road, 440-333-4700 or cuyahogalibrary. org.

    Dress for Success, 7 p. m. Sept. 17. First impressions count. Some job recruiters(招聘人员) use

appearance to determine self-esteem, respect, confidence and organizational skills. Learn how to dress to

emphasize your strengths and improve your employ ability. Registration required.

    Music Study Groups, 1:15—2:45 p. m. Wednesdays, Sept. 19—Nov. 28. Explore current concert music

performed by The Cleveland Orchestra at Severance Hall through informal lectures and listening. Classes are

designed for both new and experienced music lovers and are led by Dr. Rose Breckenridge.

    Practical Herbs, 7 p. m. Oct. 3. Famous doctor Sarah Hurt will talk about growing, drying and storing

herbs and how to use them. Registration required.

    North Olmsted Branch, 27403 Lorain Road. 440-777-6211 or cuyahogalibrary. org.

    Job Club, 1:30—3 p. m. Tuesdays. Join Jim Hansen for helpful tips on resumes, job search strategies and

interviewing. Anyone who is job hunting or looking to change careers is welcome.

    War of 1812, 7—8:45 p. m. Sept. 17. This year marks the 200^th anniversary. Professor Catherine Rokicky

From Cuyahoga Community College will give a presentation about the war, and immediately following we’ll

discuss the book “Mr. and Mrs. Madison’s War: America’s First Couple and the Second War of Independence”

by Hugh Howard. Registration required.

    Olmsted Falls Library, 7850 Main St. , Olmsted Falls. 440-235-1150 or cuyahogalibrary. org.

    Family Story-time, 7—7:30 p. m. Wednesdays, through Nov. 27. Join us for rhymes, songs, finger-plays

and a story or two. For children ages birth through age 8 with their caregivers.

    Huntington Practice SAT Test, 10 a. m. to 1 p. m. Sept. 15. Follow up, 4—5 p. m. Sept. 26. Get ready for

college by taking a practice SAT exam. Discuss strategies to improve your score, and get tips on preparing for

the real exam. Registration required.

     Imaginative Illustrations, 11 a. m. to noon Sept. 29. A hands-on drawing program where children exercise

their imagination while experiencing some basic techniques of cartooning. Grades K-5. Registration required.

56. There are many activities for you to choose on Sept. 17 EXCEPT ___________.

A. listening to a speech which is about the war

B. attending a discussion about ancient Egyptian pyramids

C. attending a program about how to reduce exam anxiety

    D. learning about how to leave a good first impression on others

57. If you want to study some medical knowledge, you can call ___________.

A. 440-871-6392           B. 440-333-4700           C. 440-777-6211           D. 440-235-1150

58. If you want to learn how to educate your children, you should contact ___________.

A. Bay Village Branch    B. Fairview Park Branch    C. North Olmsted Branch    D. Olmsted Falls Library

59. In order to help yourself find a new job soon, you’d better go to___________.

A. Bay Village Branch and Fairview Park Branch         B. North Olmsted Branch and Olmsted Falls Library               

C. Fairview Park Branch and Olmsted Falls Library  D. Fairview Park Branch and North Olmsted Branch

60. It is learned from the passage that ___________.

A. you can study music for more than one month in Fairview Park Branch

   B. you can get the information about the four branches on the Internet

  C. you can choose to take part in all the mentioned events in the afternoon

    D. both Don King and Catherine Rokicky are college professors

WASHINGTON — The U.S. government remains shut down in a partial closure   48   has put hundreds of thousands of Americans out of work, at least temporarily. Lawmakers have yet to reach common ground, and that means many federal workers stay home   49  national parks, monuments and museums stay closed. Some vocal veterans’ groups visited Washington over the weekend   50   protest the closures. But they were not the only ones there. Seeking their place in the spotlight   51    lawmakers publicly supporting the “Tea Party,” a group of lawmakers within the Republican Party strongly opposed to compromising   52   Democrats on matters of budget.

The Million Veterans March - as it was called - was supposed to be a peaceful call for   53   end to the government shutdown now threatening many veterans’ benefits.
      Protesters tore down barricades（临时的路障） and carried   54    to the White House where they threw them in front of the gates and shouted slogans against the president.
      “It is time that Congress started the government again. Veterans paid a price. Promises were made to them that   55    they serve our country, our country will take care of them. We’re failing in that mission,” said one of the protesters Kelly.

As a young social worker in a New York City psychiatric clinic, I was asked to see Roz, a 20-year-old woman who had been referred to us from another psychiatric clinic. It was an 36 referral in that no information was received 37 her first appointment. I was told to “play it by ear”, and to 38 what her problems were and what she needed.

39　 an examination to go on, I saw Roz as an unhappy, misunderstood young woman who hadn’t been listened to in her earlier treatment. Her family situation was unpleasant. I didn’t see her as disturbed, 　40 rather as lonely and misunderstood. She responded so 41 to being heard. I encouraged her to start a life worth living — to find a job, a satisfying place to live and new relationships. We hit it off well, and she 42 making important changes in her life.

The records from the previous psychiatric clinic arrived a month after Roz and I began our successful work together. To my complete surprise, her records were several inches thick, 　43 a long period of psychiastric hospitalization. Her diagnosis was “paranoid schizophrenic(妄想型精神分裂症)”, with a 44 that she was “hopeless”.

That had not been my experience with Roz at all so I decided to forget those pieces of paper. I never treated her as if she had that “hopeless” treatment. I did find out about the horrors for Roz of the hospitalization, of being drugged, separated and abused. I also learned a lot from her about 45 such deeply and unforgettably shocking circumstances.

First Roz found a job, then a place to live away from her difficult 46 . After several months of working together, she introduced me to her husband-to-be, a successful businessman who adored her.

When we 47 our treatment, Roz gave me the gift of a silver bookmark and a note that said, “Thank you for believing and encouraging me.”

 In this institution a medal together with a prize of certain sum of money _______ gains success in science and technology every two years.

A. are given to anyone   B. is given to whoever   C. are given to who   D. is given to whom

 After _______ seemed about five hours，we finally arrived at the beaches，just _______  rubbish and thrown- away plastic bags here and there.

    A. when；finding          B. what；to find           C. which；to find         D. that；found

This small mountain village is so perfect a place for holidays that visitors never leave it _________.

A. feeling disappointing　 B. felt disappointing　 C. feeling disappointed　 D. felt disappointed

 UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon left for Pakistan this morning， his assistant _________ him there this Friday.

A. joins     　　　  B. joined    　　　　　　C. joining    　　　 D. to join

 The past two years _______ a sharp rise in oil price，which adds to the burden of auto transportation industry.

   A. witnessed      　　B. witnesses   　　　　　C. is witnessing   　 D. has witnessed