第三部分：阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分）

阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项。

Everybody has had at least one experience from which he knows the meaning of life. This time, which took place several years ago, but seems as if it just happened.

On an afternoon several years ago, my brother-in-law opened the bottom drawer of my sister’s dress and picked out a beautiful skirt. “ Jan bought this the first time we went to New York, at least 8 or 9 years ago. She never wore it. She was saving it for a special occasion.” he said．I guess this was the occasion: it was the funeral of my sister, after her unexpected death.

He took the shirt and put it on bed, with the other clothes we were taking to the funeral. Then he closed the drawer and turned to me, “Don’t ever save anything for a special occasion. Every day you’re alive is a special occasion.”

I’m thinking about his words, and they’ve changed the way I live my life. I’m spending more time with my family and friends and less time in committee meetings. Whenever possible, life should be a kind of experience to enjoy, not to suffer. “Someday ”and “one of these days ”are losing their importance  on my vocabulary. If it’s worth seeing or hearing or doing, I want to see and hear and do it now.

Ever since that day, I have been trying very hard not to put off, hold back or save anything that would add laughter and color to our lives. Every morning when I open my eyes, I tell myself that every day, every minute, every breath, truly is a gift. So cherish every day and find the true meaning of your life.

56．Why did Jan buy the beautiful skirt but didn’t wear it?

A．She waited for a special occasion to wear it on.

B．She wanted to keep it for someone else.

C．She saved it till she grew up.

D．She would give it to herself as a gift some day.

57．What does the underlined word “cherish” mean?

A．Treasure.  B．Waste.      C．Own. D．Save

58．From his experience, the author learns that_______.

A．everybody can have a happy life through efforts

B．every day in our lives is worth cherishing

C．enjoying ourselves is the most important thing in our lives

D．everybody will have some things left to do after his death

59．What does the author write this passage for?

A．To show how to make good use of everyday in life.

B．To explain the true meaning of his brother-in-law’s words.

C．To tell people to cherish every day and find the meaning of life.

D．To encourage people to waste time and enjoy themselves in life.

60．What’s the best title for this passage?

A．Every Day IS a Gift      

B．My Sister Jan

C．What Is the Meaningful Life like   

D．The Most Important Time in Your Life

 

－I’m thinking of the test tomorrow. I’m afraid I can’t pass this time.

      －       ! I’m sure you’ll make it.

A. Go ahead          B. Cheer up         C. No problem       D. Good luck

 

完形填空（共20小题；每小题1分，满分20分）

阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给四个选项（A、B、C、D）中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

One day last month after I received my salary, I went shopping with my little son.   36    in the crowded store, I had my pocket   37   and my whole salary was gone with it. I was so angry that I almost lost   38   of myself. What could I do? We were not very   39  . The money was really not a small sum for my family. It would   40   our life greatly. How could I tell my wife?

I felt very sad and even   41   for losing the money when I got home. To make up for my   42   mistake, I gathered all my strength to give our house a thorough cleaning and then   43   a wonderful meal and cooked a special dish my wife loved to   44   her.

When she came home, I   45   a smile to greet her. She was   46   to see the neat house and   47   meal. We sat at the table and began to eat. I told my story   48  . She did not respond. It was as if she had not heard my words.

“I’ve   49   my salary,” I murmured to her again.

“I see,” she did not shout at me as I had   50  . She didn’t lose her   51  . So I was afraid she was trying hard to   52   her anger.

A moment later, my wife was still   53   and seemed to be enjoying her favorite dish. At last I could not help asking, “I’ve lost the money. Why not shout at me?”  She   54   her eyes, looking at me and said, “Oh, on the contrary, I’m thinking about how to comfort you. It’s the   55   who is to blame.

A. Fortunately        B. Unfortunately    C. Secretly     D. Surprisingly

A. robbed             B. stolen           C. picked           D. gone

A. control            B. heart          C. interest       D. habit

A. happy          B. poor             C. healthy        D. wealthy

A. enrich             B. improve       C. affect         D. please

A. guilty             B. ashamed          C. frightened       D. worried

A. careless           B. unforgivable     C. unforgettable    D. unbelievable

A. prepared       B. served      C. provided         D. chose

A. comfort        B. meet         C. surprise         D. please

A. gave            B. pretended        C. forced       D. made

A. satisfied      B. surprised        C. pleased          D. interested

A. expensive     B. excellent        C. cool         D. attractive

A. gladly         B. calmly           C. excitedly        D. nervously

A. spent          B. wasted      C. donated          D. lost

A. hoped          B. desired          C. expected    D. wished

A. way            B. temper           C. interest         D. control

A. hide           B. express     C. maintain         D. show

A. unhappy       B. silent           C. worried          D. surprised

A. moved          B. shut        C. raised      D. opened

A. store         B. policeman        C. society          D. thief

For all dinner tables, a glass of milk seems to be a must. At least it was when I was growing up. It is widely believed that milk is a must in building strong bones and teeth. There’s no doubt that dairy products, especially milk, are high in protein and calcium, and Vitamin D and Vitamin A are added to most milk products.
While it’s well known that our bones need calcium, some studies suggest that high calcium intake doesn’t necessarily lower a person’s risk for fractures（骨折）. A Harvard study found that people who drank two or more glasses of milk had no greater protection from breaking a bone than those who drank a glass or less a week.
There is no doubt that we need calcium. Some anti-dairy supporters claim dairy products can lead to heart disease. Much of this claim is based on high-fat dairy products, like cheese and cream, which may indeed lead to some health problems. Some studies have linked high milk intakes with a risk of prostate cancer; this seems also to be caused by high-fat dairy products, but not by dairy products in general.
Although milk has always been regarded as the most important thing we need for our bones, one of the most important things in strengthening bones and reducing the risk of osteoporosis（骨质疏松）is weight-bearing exercise, such as jogging, walking, and weight lifting.
Perhaps we should think of dairy products as less like a nutrient and more like a food. If you like it, eat it. If not, find something else to eat. Some claims may not be completely true. When I eat cream, I’m not thinking about calcium, protein, or any such thing. I’m thinking it is delicious.
【小题1】What is the best title for this passage?

A．Milk: is it really necessary for children?	B．The disadvantages of drinking milk.
C．Milk causes health problems.	D．Milk: is it really good for the body?

【小题2】For people who want to reduce the risk of osteoporosis, we can infer that the writer may suggest that they ________.

A．avoid milk with Vitamin D and Vitamin A added

B．spend some time exercising

C．take in as much calcium as possible

D．drink more than two glasses of milk every day

【小题3】Based on the passage, we learn the writer may agree that ________.

A．milk is the most important thing that we need for our bones

B．children should not be permitted to eat cream

C．milk should be considered more like a food than a nutrient

D．children should drink milk whether they like it or not

【小题4】What can we learn from the passage?

A．Some dairy products may harm our health.

B．Milk has the highest level of protein of any food.

C．The writer seldom drank milk when he was young

D．People who drink milk every day are at a high risk of getting a heart disease.

I’ve always dreamt ______ living in a big house. After many years’ hard work, I’m thinking _____ moving and changing my small house ______ a larger one.

A. to; of; into      B. about; about; with     C. of; on; for        D. about; of; for