I graduated from a small public school in Michigan. One day，Mr. Ledy，our football coach，asked me to play football. I couldn’t help  36  ：me，play football? I was six feet tall and was not much __37__ a hundred pounds in weight. I thought that they might just need  38    fool to increase the number of the players. However，he was persistent(坚持的) and __39__I joined the football team. That           40  to be one of my best decisions as a kid.

Our worst game  __41__ was the one against Crystal Falls. They beat us 56 to 6. Yeah! That was a football not a basketball _42__. We played them again when we were seniors. They __43__ us again but the score was much more _44_，30 to 20.

Coach Ledy would not let that __45__ again. He encouraged us to beat them，to pay them back. And we did so in the last game we played before __46__. I had scored 6 points alone in the game. Coach Ledy praised me. It was a huge _47 for me.

Was I a football hero? Ha! Ha! No，I couldn’t __48__ it without our team. The thing I learned through football was __49__. We won as a team and we __50__ as a team.

I think Mr. Ledy would be __51__ of me if he knew that I had broken the athletic __52__ at the University of Michigan. I’m __53__to him as I would not have today’s honor without him. I’ll __54__life’s final war with pain to win the victory；I’ll seek the lights of glory wholeheartedly and I’ll __55__ working hard so as not to let him down.

21．A. shouting     B. screaming  C. laughing    D. applauding

22．A. up              B. over          C. more          D. out

23．A. another          B. other          C. some          D. any

24．A. immediately       B. secretly        C. personally D. finally

25．A. took out     B. turned out C. gave off       D. gave out

26．A. never      B. once     C. ever           D. again

27．A. game      B. team       C. story     D. score

28．A. won            B. met           C. beat     D. fought

29．A. accessible   B. comfortableC. sensitive     D. acceptable

30．A. happen              B. succeed        C. spread        D. develop

31．A. liberation    B. closing         C. graduation      D. school

32．A. honor      B. hope         C. success  D. surprise

33．A. take         B. manage        C. solve             D. explain

34．A. courage      B. devotion       C. teamwork      D. contribution

35．A. united     B. appeared       C. prepared D. lost

36．A. proud      B. fond          C. full      D. kind

37．A. time        B. record   C. date     D. ability

38．A. pleased       B. grateful        C. hopeful   D. loyal

39．A. fight          B. join           C. desire            D. enjoy

40．A. take on       B. put on   C. rely on    D. keep on

Cathy、Jason、Kate、Wayne和Frank各自打算订一份杂志。第46一50题是他们的个人情况介绍。阅读下面六种杂志的简介（A、B、C、D、E和F），选出符合各人需要的最佳选项，并在答题纸上将该选项标号涂黑。选项中有一项是多余选项。
（注意：若答案为 E 请涂AB ；若答案为F，请涂 CD）。
【小题1】A young mother raising her first child, Cathy tries to spend as much time as she can playing with her baby girl. She is eager to get more knowledge of child development and to better understand how young children look at the world.
【小题2】Jason is a successful young businessman. He travels widely and enjoys adventures and challenges. Having been to many different countries, Jason is still looking for new places to visit. His biggest dream is to see every corner of the world before he retires.
【小题3】Smart and pretty, Kate is very popular among her friends. She takes great care of how she looks and has a great interest in fashion and the lifestyle of famous people. Besides, she also enjoys reading articles written especially for young girls.
【小题4】Wayne teaches science in a middle school. He not only wants his students to know more about the modern science, but also tries hard to develop a curiosity about nature among his students. He is gathering materials for his students to read.
【小题5】Frank is the father of a 10-year-old boy. He believes that in this fast-developing world parents should prepare their children fro lifelong learning at an early age. Therefore, in his opinion, the most important skill for children to learn is to discover things on their own. He is looking for a magazine for his son.
A

Seventeen Seventeen provides advice and encouragement for masses of young girls. Although its primary focus is fashion and famous people, this teen magazine offers more. Mixed among the latest styles, you’ll find short but interesting articles. Topics range from beauty to the risks of drinking. Price: $22.95 ($3.83/issue)

B

Muse Muse seeks to stimulate, delight, and challenge every curious child between the ages of 13 and 16.  Produced by the editors and publishers of Cricket, Muse features articles on space, genetics, lasers, rain forests, computers, physics, math, earth sciences, and almost everything else in the universe. Price: $32.97 ($3.66/issue)

C

WONDERTIME WONERTIME is a new magazine from the editors of FamilyFun, devoted to helping parents develop children’s love of learning. A blend of how and why, WONDERTIME inspires parents to see the world through the eyes of their children. WONDERTIME mixes playful activities with scientific knowledge about how children develop physically, socially, intellectually, creatively, and emotionally.

D

National Geographic Adventurer A new magazine from National Geographic, National Geographic Adventurer is intended for a generation of active men and women who seek new & challenging ways to explore and experience the world. The magazine offers an exciting mix of great photography and interesting articles. Features focus on best adventure stories, travel destinations, sports and more. Price: $14.95 ($1.50/issue)

E

Familyfun     What does family fun mean to you? Crafts? Recipes? Party ideas? Familyfun magazine dishes up these and more interesting activities in over 180 colorful pages. Aimed at parents with young children, this energetic magazine promises to enrich the lives of families. Reviews of computer games, books, videos, and DVDs, written by experts, help parents feel up to the minute. Price: $9.95 ($0.99/issue)

F

Kids Discover To help children aged 6 to 12 become lifelong learners, each issue of Kids Discover looks into a single topic in science or social studies which children of this age group have a great interest in. The combination of exciting color photography, lovely pictures and informative kid-friendly text engages readers with attractive content. Price: $26.95 ($2.25/issue)

 (09·天津C篇)

Tens of thousands of theatre tickets will be given away to young people next year as part of a government campaign to inspire a lifelong love for theatre.

The plan to offer free seats to people aged between 18 to 26—funded with £2.5 million of taxpayers’ money—was announced yesterday by Andy Burnham, the Culture Secretary. It received a cautious welcome from some in the arts world, who expressed concern that the tickets may not reach the most underprivileged.

The plan comes as West End theatres are enjoying record audiences, thanks largely to musicals teaming up with television talent shows. Attendances reached. 13.6 million in 2007, up 10 percent on 2006, itself a record year. Total sales were up 18 percent on 2006 to almost £470 million.

One theatre source criticized the Government’s priorities（优先考虑的事） in funding free tickets when pensioners were struggling to buy food and fuel, saying: “I don’t know why the Government’s wasting money on this. The Yong Vic, as The Times reported today, offers excellent performances at cheap prices.”

There was praise for the Government’s plan from Dominic Cooke of the Royal Court Theatre, who said: “I support any move to get young people into theatre, and especially one that aims to do it all over England, not just in London.”

Ninety-five publicly funded theatres could apply for funding under the two-year plan. In return, they will offer free tickets on at least one day each week to 18 to 26-year-olds, first-come, first-served. It is likely to be on Mondays, traditionally a quiet night for the theatre.

Mr. Burnham said: “A young person attending the theatre can find it an exciting experience, and be inspired to explore a new world. But sometimes people miss out on it because they fear it’s ‘not for them’. It’s time to change this perception.”

Jeremy Hunt, the Shadow Culture Secretary, said: “The real issue is not getting enthusiastic children into the theatre, but improving arts education so that more young people want to go in the first place. For too many children theatres are a no-go area.”

46. Critics of the plan argued that ______.

A. the theatres would be overcrowded

B. it would be a waste of money

C. pensioners wouldn’t get free tickets

D. the government wouldn’t be able to afford it

47. According to the supporters, the plan should ______.

A. benefit the television industry

B. focus on producing better plays

C. help increase the sales of tickets

D. involve all the young people in England

48. Which of the following is TRUE about the plan?

A. Ninety-five theatres have received funding.

B. Everyone will get at least one free ticket.

C. It may not benefit all the young people.

D. Free tickets are offered once every day.

49. We can infer from the passage that in England ______.

A. many plays are not for young people

B. many young people don’t like theatre

C. people know little about the plan

D. children used to receive good arts education

50. According to the passage, the issue to offer free tickets to young people seems ______.

A. controversial

B. inspiring

C. exciting

D. unreasonable

请阅读下面的餐馆介绍以及顾客的资料，为他/她们选择适合的餐馆。

A．House of Chow Restaurant （2006 State Winner） House of Chow is a Multi Award Winner of the Restaurant & Catering Awards for Excellence. We have a large regular clientele base and we are specialized in all kinds of Asian food. We strive to maintain quality service and consistency in our product to our customers. Seats-Inside: 200 Mains Priced $16 To $30

B．Treasury on King William （2007 State Finalist） The Treasury Restaurant is housed in the historic multi-award wining heritage. The food is a mix of Australian, Asian and European influences. Seats-Inside: 60 / Seats-Outside: 30 Mains Priced $45 To $58

C．Amarin Thai（2007 State Finalist） The owner of Amarin Thai has bought with her a chef from Bangkok. The restaurant is tree-fronted and once inside earthen walled with lavender and timber tables. Seats-Inside: 90 / Seats-Outside: 20 Mains Priced $12 To $19

D．Vino Ristorante (2007 State Finalist)

Reasonable prices and BYO wine is welcome for a minimal $7 corkage, so why not comeand relax in true Italian style and enjoy Vic and Tania’s warm hospitality and Italiancuisine（烹饪）. Seats 70 people and also has a small, private function room.

Seats-Inside: 70 / Seats-Outside: 16  Disabled Access Available

Mains Priced $17 To $26    

E. Stamps Restaurant (2007 State Finalist)

Stamps Restaurant is set in the heart of historic Mitcham Village. Seating only 40 people, it focuses on great food and service. Finalist in 2007 SA Restaurant & Catering Awards, Modern Australian category.

Seats-Inside: 40   Smoking Area Available  Disabled Access Available

Mains Priced $25 To $32      Cuisine Style: Modern Australian

F. Caffe Buongiorno — O’Halloran Hill (2007 State Finalist)

Authentic Italian Cuisine set in outer Adelaide, 25km from the city. Finalist Restaurant & Catering 2006. Finalist Small Business Awards 2002. Winner Best Family Restaurant in SA Awards for Excellence 2006, and finalist in 2007 Family category of SA Restaurant & Catering Awards.

Seats-Inside: 110 / Seats-Outside: 40      Disabled Access Available

Mains Priced $24 To $28       Cuisine Style: Italian

46 Marrenda has just been to Australia for a holiday and she wants to try some foreign food in Australia. She likes the mysterious atmosphere and she wants something cheap but tasty.

47.Being tired of city life in Adelaide, the Smiths want to enjoy their weekend outside the city.They will go for a barbecue on Saturday morning and noon and plan a big dinner in a restaurant in the suburbs

48.Mr. and Mrs. Chou are planning a wedding ceremony for their son, Jansen. They are going to hold it in a restaurant that can serve Chinese food.

49.Lurraon and Finna want to have dinner together on weekend. Both of them prefer small butelegant restaurants, especially Finna, she likes both food and service are good. At the same time, Lurraon is addicted to smoking.

50.Karen wants to have dinner with his father this weekend. He wants to find a restaurant which is not too big but provides small, private rooms because his father can’t walk properly.

 

第二节：完形填空（共20小题，每小题1分，满分20分）

阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从各题所给的A.B.C.D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。

On August 26, 1999, New York City experienced a torrential downpour. The rain caused the streets to   31   and the subway system almost came to a stop.

    Unfortunately, this happened during the morning rush hour. Many people who were going to work were forced to go home. Some battled to   32   a taxi or to get on a bus. Still others faced the   33   bravely, walking miles to get to work.

    I    34    to be one of the people on the way to work that morning. I went from subway line to subway line, only    35    that most service had stopped. After making my way   36  crowds of people, I finally found a subway line that was   37  . Unfortunately, there were so many people waiting to board the subway   38   I could not even get down the stairs to the platform（站台）. So I   39   the train going in the opposite direction, and then switch back to the downtown train. Finally, after   40   seemed like an forever, the train reached my stop. Then I had to walk several blocks in the increasingly heavy rain. When I finally got to my office, I was   41   through, exhausted and   42  .

     My co-workers and I spent most of the day   43  off. When it was 5:00 pm，I was ready to go home. I was about to turn off my computer   44   I received an email from Garth, my Director:

    I would like to thank all of you who made the effort and   45    reported to work. It is always reassuring(令人欣慰), at times like these, when employees so clearly show their   46  to their jobs. Thank you.

Garth’s email was short, but I learned more from that   47   message than I ever did from a textbook. The email taught me that a few words of appreciation can make a big   48   . The rainstorm and the traffic   49   had made me tired and upset. But Garth’s words immediately__50__ me and put a smile back on my face.

31. A. break                    B. flood                    C. sink                    D. crash

32. A. order                    B. pay                   C. call                     D. search

33. A. climate                 B. scenery              C. storm                  D. burden

34. A. used                     B. promised                  C. deserved              D. happened

35. A. finding           B. found           C. to find          D. find

36. A. to                         B. through             C. over                    D. for

37. A. operating              B. cycling              C. turning                D. rushing

38. A. then             B. to              C. that             D. than

39. A. catch                    B. took                         C. had                     D. jumped

40. A. it                      B. that                C. what                D. which

41. A. wet                      B. weak                    C. sick                    D. hurt

42. A. ashamed               B. discouraged           C. surprised             D. puzzled

43.A. dry              B. to dry           C. dried            D. drying

44. A. while                    B. when                    C. where                 D. after

45. A. hardly                  B. casually             C. absolutely            D. eventually

46. A. devotion               B. donation            C. connection           D. reaction

47. A. accurate                       B. adequate               C. brief                   D. humorous

48. A. sense                 B. difference          C. promise            D. choice

49. A. troubles                       B. signals                  C. rules                   D. signs

50. A. corrected           B. supported              C. amazed               D. Refreshed