Twelve years ago, my mother gave birth to a little girl. We were a broken family with __56__ money. We were given the __57__ that this little girl, who was three and a half months premature(早产的), would have only 14 days on this earth. It’s hard to __58__ what kind of feeling you have when you find out you’re __59__ something that you don’t even know.

As time went on, the number of days kept __60__, which gave us hope. When they said we could take her home, we began to realize that we had to pay off the medical bills, but we had no __61__.

We’re from a small town with small hospitals, but __62__ you don’t have money, you just don’t have it. My mother tried for days to __63__ the money, but came up penniless each time. A case worker helps a particular(特定的) person or family in the community with special __64__. Cathy, who was a case worker, was doing her best to help us. It was __65__ that it almost felt like we had to buy a baby from the hospital.

One day the case worker walked into her boss’s office to try again. As she walked out, she got __66__ again. Out of nowhere a __67__ walked up to her. He __68__ her a handful of money and said, “Please give this to the lady in need, so she can take her daughter home.” She looked down at her __69__ with tears in her eyes. As she looked back up to __70__ him, he was gone. They __71__ all over the hospital and he was nowhere to be found.

Thanks to the guy that I will __72__ know, my mother took home that baby girl that was only given 14 days to __73__.

Yesterday, we celebrated her __74__ birthday. I’m grateful to this man and feel that his act of __75__ should be shared with everyone.

56.A. enough                    B. much                      C. little                       D. some

57. A. plan                        B. news                      C. condition                D. award

58. A. repeat                    B. remember              C. doubt                     D. understand

59. A. accepting               B. losing                     C. throwing                 D. receiving

60. A. growing                  B. holding                   C. reducing                D. waiting

61. A. purpose                  B. experience             C. money                    D. opportunity

62. A. as if                        B. when                      C. even though          D. although

63. A. charge                    B. receive                   C. save                       D. get

64. A. needs                     B. events                    C. interest                  D. education

65.A. reliable                    B. separate                C. sad                        D. reasonable

66. A. disappointed          B. moved                    C. honored                 D. concerned

67.A. classmate                B. stranger                 C. relative                   D. neighbor

68.A. handed                    B. lent                         C. cost                        D. paid

69. A. way                         B. bag                        C. feet                        D. hand

70. A. ask                         B. choose                   C. thank                     D. recognize

71. A. visited                     B. surrounded            C. shouted                 D. searched

72. A. always                    B. never                     C. even                      D. also

73. A. live                         B. spare                     C. demand                 D. know

74. A. last                         B. first                         C. twelfth                    D. twentieth

75. A. braveness              B. politeness              C. honesty                  D. kindness

 1．我不知道这是不是因为我长久无法出门的缘故，我变得对一切与大自然有关的事都无比狂热。

I wonder if it’s because I haven’t been able to be outdoors for ______ long ______ I’ve grown so ________ _________ everything to do with nature. 

2. 如果你在和朋友的相处上有问题，你可以写信给编辑向他征求建议。

If you have some trouble _________ _________ ________ your friends, you can write to the editor and ask for advice.

 3. 她给了我一个坚定的眼神——这种眼神表明她是不会改变主意的。

She gave me a ________ look — the kind that said she wouldn’t _______ _______ ________.

4. 会告诉你的朋友你很关心他或她，下课后你们再见面谈谈。

You will tell your friend that you _________ _________ ________ him/her and 

you will meet after class and talk then.

5. 目前在中国学习英语的人数比以往任何时候都多。

Today ______ _________ ______ people learning English in China is larger than even before.

 6. 他懂几种语言，例如英语、法语和德语。

He knows several languages, _______ _______ English, French and German.

 7. 这城市的一百万居民几乎都没有把这些奇怪的情况当一回事，当天晚上照常上床睡觉了。

   The one million people of the city, who ________ ________ ______these strange events, went to bed as usual that night.

8. 世界似乎到了末日！

It seemed as if the world was _______ _______ ________.

Hiking is an outdoor activity which consists of walking in natural environments, often in mountainous or other scenic terrain(地形). People often hike on hiking trails. It is such a popular activity that there are numerous hiking organizations worldwide. It is considered one of the recreational activities.

Many people say they go hiking because they love to walk outdoor, without necessarily having a destination ahead of them. This makes hiking much more different than walking down the street to the store or to some other places that we need to go. People who like hiking say, “We enjoy ourselves along the way whether we arrive somewhere important or not.”

Some people add another reason for hiking to the basic one of loving to be outdoors. These folks see hiking as not only mentally healthy for clearing the mind but also physically healthy as great exercise for the body. Unlike some other more exercise programs, hiking can be an activity for almost anyone in reasonably good health. Hiking on a smooth, level path is even good exercise. Trudging(跋涉) over rougher terrain can be a workout and a time of enjoyment at the same time.

Some people who hike on a regular basis give little thought to the exercise part of the activity. These people are more likely to go hiking because they are exploring nature. They may be interested in the trees or the rocks, Perhaps they are interested in looking at the birds or the various animals that lodge in the forest or the park. Certainly park land is ideal for hiking. Many of these sites have marked for hiking. This leads many to take part in hiking specifically for the exercise and enjoyment of being outdoors, when they may not do this otherwise.

Some people look at hiking as having two major benefits. When asked why they go hiking in their spare time many people will combine these reasons: It helps me relax; it doesn’t take a great investment of money for equipment. For them, a good pair of shoes and some comfortable clothes can help them get away from work or other stressful situations that may arise in life. In many cases, these hikers can enjoy their favorite pastime all year long. They may be able to take those outdoor walks in almost any weather. It’s safe to say that hiking can heal and please the human being in many ways.

51. Which of the following sayings can describe the people who like hiking in Paragraph 2?

       A. Where there is a will there is a way.

       B. You will never reach your destination if you stop.

       C. A good plan today is better than a perfect plan tomorrow.

       D. Life is a journey, not a destination.

52. The underlined phrase “lodge in ”  in Paragraph 4 can be replaced by “______”.

       A. go through             B. look for          C. live in             D. run after

53. What can we learn from the last paragraph?

       A. It will cost you a lot of money, when you go hiking.

       B. Hiking is suitable for workers who work a long time every day.

       C. Hiking is a sport that you can enjoy yourself most in spring.

       D. Hiking cannot be affected by weather.

54. What is the text mainly about?

       A. The popularity of hiking in the world today.

       B. The reasons why people go hiking.

       C. Hiking’s benefits for health.

       D. Making your hiking plan before going outdoors.

55. Which of the following best shows the structure of the text?

       A                                 B                                        C                               D

1                       1                                             1                         1           2

2345        2       3                       2                                3

                                          4                                3           4                         4

                                          5                                       5                                5

   I work in a nursing home and my job is to take care of the elderly.

      This year, a very sweet old lady that I cared for, Alice, had gone through a difficult time. She got dementia and so she had been in the hospital twice. In November I was finally able to get her back to her “home”.

      Alice had thought her daughter was coming to visit her on Christmas day that they were going to have the whole family together like the old days. When she finally realized that that happy moment was not going to happen, she was very sad. Knowing that her daughter was coming after Christmas was not enough to make her feel happy, I hated the idea of her being alone on the holiday!

      On Christmas Eve, I gave her surprise by asking if she would like to go to a candlelight service at church that night.

      Instead of taking her to my church, I took her to her old neighborhood church where all her friends were. We got there early and I got her a seat where her friends could see her as they came in. Then soon some of her friends came to the church and they rushed over to greet her and sit with her.

      The candlelight service was beautiful and Alice got a lot of love from her old and new friends there.

      The truth of the story is that I am the one who got the best gift: the smile on Alice’s face.

47. The underlined word “dementia” in Paragraph 2 probably is ____.

      A. an illness              B. a letter                   C. a house                 D. a plan

48. Where did Alice spend her Christmas Eve according to the story?

      A. In her old house. 

      B. In her old neighborhood church.

      C. In the nursing home.

      D. In the hospital.

49. What was the best gift that the author got on Christmas Eve？

      A. Alice’s happiness.                                   B. Praise from Alice’s friends

      C. Thanks from Alice’s daughter.                D. The candlelight service.

50. What is the best title for this passage?

      A.A special candlelight Christmas Eve        B. The dream of an old lonely lady

      C.A real present                                          D. The true love

Now, it’s time for some brief news items.

Teens Go Online

      Some 13 million European children under 18 use the Internet for schoolwork, games and music according to research done by Nielsen’s “Net-rating”. The study covered Britain, Germany, France, Italy and Spain. Experts advised parents to limit the time their kids on line and keep them away from chat rooms.

Chat to the magic Mum

      British author J.K.Rowling, mother of magic boy Harry Potter, will do an Internet interview about her new book ’’Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” on June 26. Before the event, children are invited to send their questions about Harry to the website. The book will hit stores in the US and UK on June 21 and will arrive in China in August.

School Soldiers

      Russian school students will have to do basic military training(军训) in their final year of school, the government has decided. The lesson will include learning to fire guns, marching drills and how to deal with a chemical, nuclear or biological attack. The activity is seen as part of a driven toward the education of their love for their country.

______________________

      Is it hard for you to get up early and get ready for classes? Some students at Winter Park High School just roll out of bed in their pajamas(睡衣) and go to class in their own bedrooms. Of course, their teachers and classmates do not see them because all their class work is on the computer. The Florida High School, the state’s only online school, had 250 students who are taking classes at home by computer. Students in this first online program take classes in algebra(代数), American government, chemistry, computer, economics, and web-page design. They also have to go to regular school to attend other classes.

44. Why will Russian school students have basic military training?

      A. To get ready for a military parade (游行).

      B. To learn to protect themselves.

      C. To learn some knowledge.

      D. To develop their love for the country.

45. About Florida High School, which of these facts is true?

      A. Some of the students have to attend classes at home instead of in the school.

      B. There are altogether 250 students who take classes in the classrooms.

      C. As the state’s only online school, it has 250 students who take classes at home by computer.

      D. Students can’t take classes in algebra, American government, chemistry, computer and so on.

46. The news from Florida can be given a title “_______”.

      A. Get up Later                                            B. Online School

      C. Magical Computers                                 D. No Teachers

    An earthquake is one of the most common natural disasters. It may cause great damage. So it is wise to learn some simple safety tips to protect yourself or your family members.

       Fragile items, like those made of glass should usually be placed on a lower surface, near the ground instead of placing them on cupboards higher up. Never place them near your bed, sofas and other furniture where you would be sitting or lying down. When there is a strong movement, these pieces will fall on the floor directly and not on you.

        There is a strong chance of short circuits (短路) and fire breakouts during an earthquake. Make sure you turn off electrical connections and gas immediately when an earthquake happens.

        During an earthquake, lie beneath an object that is not easily damaged. Do not go near objects that could directly fall on you. Never use the elevator to go down. Stay inside until the shaking stops and it is safe to go outside. Research has shown that most injuries happen when people inside buildings try to go out. Use the staircases at all times.

        If you are outdoors, do not take shelter under a tree, streetlights, electric poles or tall buildings. If you are driving, stop your car and stay in a safe place. Do not park your car under a tree or any tall object.

        If trapped in debris （瓦砾堆）, cover your mouth with a handkerchief or clothing. Tap on a pipe or wall so rescuers can find you. Use a whistle (哨子) if one is available. Never shout for help. Shouting can cause you to breathe in dangerous amounts of dust. Do not light a match because you may burn yourself. Do not move about or kick up dust.

39. The purpose of the passage is to tell readers ____.

      A. the damage caused by earthquakes      B. the rescue work after earthquakes

      C. what to do about earthquakes                D. how to prevent earthquakes

40. The underlined word “Fragile” in Paragraph 2 probably mean ____.

      A. easily broken       B. easily found           C. expensive              D. heavy

41. To reduce the injury from the earthquake, items made of glass should be put ____.

      A. on cupboards                                         B. in the bedroom

      C. on a lower surface                                  D. where children can’t reach them

42. During the earthquake, people are advised to ____.

      A. go out the building at once                     B. turn off power and gas immediately

      C. take shelter under a tree                        D. drive to a safe place

43. What should people NOT do when they are trapped in debris?

      A. Cover their mouth with a handkerchief.

      B. Tap on a people or wall for help.

      C. Use a whistle for help.

      D. Light a fire for help.

Dogs wag(摇摆) their tails in different directions depending on whether they are excited and wanting to move forward or threatened and thinking of moving back, a study has found.

      Researchers in Italy examined the tail wagging behavior of 30 dogs, catching their reaction to a range of stimuli(刺激物) with video cameras. To conduct the study they chose 15 male dogs and 15 female ones aged between one and six years. The dogs were all family pets whose owners had allowed them to take part in the experiment at Bari University. The dogs were placed in a large wooden box with an opening at the front to allow for them to view various stimuli. They were texted one at a time.

      The researchers led by Professor Giorgio Vallortigara of the University of Trieste found that when the dogs were shown their owners --- a positive experience --- their tails wagged energetically to the right side. When they were shown an unfamiliar human they wagged to the right, but with somewhat less enthusiasm. The appears of a cat again caused a right-hand side wag, although with less excitement again. The appearance of a large unfamiliar dog, similar to a German shepherd, changed to direction of tail wagging to the left. Researchers supposed the dog was thinking of moving back. When the dogs were not shown any stimuli they tended to wag their tails to the left, suggesting they preferred company. While the changes in the tail wagging were not easily noticed without the aid of video, it was thought that the findings could help people judge the mood(心情) of dogs. Computer and video systems, for example, could be used by professional dog trainers to determine the mood of dogs that they were required to approach.

36. The video cameras were used to catch the dogs reactions because ____.

      A. it was easier to catch the dogs’ reaction changes in the tail wagging

      B. the dogs were put in the wooden boxes and tested one at a time.

      C. they enabled the dogs’ owners to know about their dogs’ habit

      D. the dogs wagged their tails in different directions when they were in different moods

37. The underlined word “they” refers to ____.

      A. the dogs                                                 B. the trainers

      C. the systems                                            D. the researchers

38. The purpose of doing the experiment is ____.

      A. to train dogs for their owners                 

      B. to help people judge the mood of dogs

      C. to help dogs find company

      D. to help people choose their pet dogs

 — I’m afraid I can’t go to Jane’s party this Saturday night. There’s a good show on TV.

— Oh, ______. You promised.

      A. no problem           B. no hurry             C. come on             D. that’s OK

 The film that we watched yesterday ____ on a true love story.

      A. bases             B. is basing             C. has based              D. is based

 ----Have you ____ your father to buy that house ?
    ----No, I talked to him yesterday, but he would have none of my words.
      A. advised            B. persuaded          C. tried to persuade D. suggested