An ancient philosopher’s wisdom can be compared in value to gold. Now “The Art of War” by the great thinker Sun Tzu has actually been printed on pure gold. There are 5,000 of these bookstores across China, costing 19,600 yuan each.
Known as the world’s oldest book on military strategy(军事策略), it was originally written on bamboo strips(竹简). Sun Tzu lived in about 500 BC in the late Spring and Autumn Period. There is little information about Sun Tzu’s real life.
But according to one story, the king asked Sun Tzu to gibe a demonstration of his way of training the army. Two groups of the king’s concubines(妃子) played the soldiers and two of the king’s favourites acted as commanders. Sun Tzu gave them orders, but they thought it was just a game and couldn’t stop laughing. Sun Tzu said, “if the order is not clear it’s my fault, but if the order is and soldiers don’t obey, it’s the commanders’ fault.” He then killed the two commanders, despite the king’s protest. When Sun Tzu gave new orders, the concubines performed perfectly.
Sun Tzu’s book became popular with leaders in Asia and later in the West. In 1782 a Frenchman named Amiot took the book to Europe. It is said that Napoleon used its principles while conquering Europe.
“The Art of War” is today used in business, sport, diplomacy(外交) and even relationships. Sun Tzu is possibly the most quoted(引用) Chinese in the world. One saying is, “If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles.”
46. From this passage we know the book “The Art of War” by the great thinker Sun Tzu _________.
A. has been compared to gold             B. has been written on bamboo strips again
C. cost 19,000 yuan                     D. has been printed on pure gold
47. Sun Tzu is _____________.
A. known all over the world                       B. a person living in 1000 BC
C. a great thinker but we knew little about his life      D. a good writer
48. In the story of Sun Tzu’s way of training the army, Sun Tzu killed ___________.
A. two of the king’s favorite concubines      B. two of the king’s favorite soldiers
C. two groups of the king’s concubines       D. two famous commanders
49. Sun Tzu’s book became popular ____________.
A. in Asia    B. in the west   C. in Europe    D. both A and B
50. The best title of this article is _____________.
A. Sun Tzu’s wisdom can be compared in value to gold
B. The book “The Art of War” has been printed on pure gold
C. Sun Tzu’s wise words turn to gold
D. The great ancient philosopher—Sun Tzu

---I told you she was not serious about him and now she has dumped him.

---Poor boy! It will take him a long time to get over this     .

第三节：完形填空（共20小题，每题1.5分, 满分30分）
Everybody gets unhappy. That’s why people eat a lot of  21  or spend lots of money on clothes—they think that these things will make them  22  !   23  , it is easy to create happiness, if you just have learned to be a  24  .
Giving  25  and resources to others who need them is a good thing to do. It will possibly contribute more to your happiness and to maintaining(保持) a   26   attitude than anything else. The key to successful family   27  is spending time staying with other family members. Give your time to your husband or wife,  28  time and resources to your children, and  29   they are the most valuable to you in the world.
Imagine this: a boy has  30  ,and you give him something of great  31  to him, such as by reading him a book. There is no  32  that you’ll see a big simile on his face. Maybe you’ll find that this is the happiest  33  of your life. You can also volunteer for a rescue service. There you will learn the meaning of“I cried  34  I had no shoes and then I saw a man who had no legs”.
Isn’t it true that the happiest people are typically those we consider foolish because they are  35  ready to give you the  36  off their back? It is also  37  that the most discontent(不满足的) people are the ones who are always making demands and never  38  others. Form the  39  of being a Big Giver, and then you will know one of the secrets to living a  40  and happy life.
21.A.junk food               B.meals                        C.fruits                        D.vegetables
22.A unhappy                 B.disappointed               C.happy                       D.satisfied
23.A.Mostly                   B.Actually                    C.Finally                      D.Naturally
24A.winner                    B.reminder                    C.receiver                    D.giver
25.A time                       B.money                      C.clothes                     D.food
26.A.positive
27.A.communication     B.negative
B.relationships       C.rude
C.hobbies       D.equal
D.topic
28.A. take                      B. bring                        C. devote                     D. lead
29.A.believe                   B.recognize                   C.understand                D.dream
30.A.something              B.nothing                      C.everything                 D.anything
31.A.value                     B.help                          C.use                           D.importance
32.A.wonder                  B.need                          C.doubt                        D.good
33.A.view                      B.person                       C.day                           D.moment
34.A.but                        B.because                      C.though                      D.if
35.A. never                    B.yet                            C.seldom                      D.always
36.A. clothes                  B. hat                           C. money                     D. life
37.A.true                       B.certain                       C.sure                          D.real
38.A.take in                   B.pay for                      C.care about                 D.worry about
39.A.culture                   B.custom                      C.look                         D.habit
40.A.healthy                   B.unforgettable              C.successful                  D.simple

_____ worries me is _____ we’re going to pay for all this.

A. It, that         B. That, how  C. What, how    D. As, that

The people below are going to make a trip. After the description of these people, there is information about six tours A-F. Decide which tours would be most suitable for the people mentioned in descriptions 61-65 and then mark the correct letter (A-F) on your answer sheet. There is one extra paragraph about one tour which you do not need to use.

____ 61．Victor and three of his friends would like to spend a whole weekend driving around in nice scenery and enjoying some local food.

____ 62．Vanessa and Adam want to go on a comfortable trip which takes them quickly to an interesting city. Then they want to enjoy at least two days of sightseeing.

____ 63．Charlie, Kathy and their three children don’t have much money, but they want a special day out this Saturday. They must be back home by 9 p.m.

____ 64．Jenny is a Dutch student who is studying in Scotland．She doesn’t drive, but wants a day trip to see some beautiful scenery and spend a little time by the sea.

____ 65.Kitty and her boyfriend want to experience something exciting, especially in the ocean world. They wish they would swim like a fish.

A. Amsterdam

Sail out in the evening and enjoy over 12 hours in the Netherlands, returning the following night. After a good Dutch breakfast you travel by train direct to the heart of the wonderful city of Amsterdam. The sightseeing and places to shop will make this a day to remember. Weekends only.

B. Marine Life, France

The chance to experience the oceans of the world. Children will love the observatory, with water all around them and big fish swimming above their heads! Afterwards you eat at a world-famous local restaurant before boarding the ferry at 9 pm. Not cheap, but a great day out!

C. Sea and Mountains in Northern Ireland

Explore the Northern Ireland countryside, including the amazing Moutains of Mourne and the small seaside holiday town of Newcastle. The ferry leaves the port in Scotland at 7:30 and arrives back at 22:20. Transport in Northern Ireland is by air-conditioned coach.

D. French Hypermarket Day Trip

Whether you want to buy or just look, you’ll love this tour. The large Darney shopping center is a shopper’s dream! You will find a lot of local goods on sale, and clothes and kitchen goods are of excellent value. Free children’s entertainment all day. Leaves at 10:00, arrives back at 19:00.

E. Belgium by Hydrofoil

A four-day trip. From England you cross to Belgium in just 100 minutes by hydrofoil! You are served with food and drinks during the crossing, then continue your journey to Brussels, or another beautiful city, on the fast Belgium railway network.

F. Ireland by Car

Once you arrive in Ireland you’re quickly on beautiful country roads, with friendly villages where you can stop for a delicious bite to eat. The special price allows you to take your car and up to five people away for 48 hours, and two nights’ hotel accommodation can be arranged for a little extra.