2009年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试(广东卷)
英语模拟卷一
I 听力(共两节，满分35分)
第一节：听力理解(5段共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据 各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第1～3题。
1. Why does the man take up a part-time job
A. Because he doesn't have enough money for his tuition.
B. Because he wants to support his kid brother in his study.
C. Because he has to support his family.
2. What can be concluded from this conversation
A. The man is a university student.
B. The man will be a university student.
C. The man will be a teacher.
3. What's true about the man
A. He pays little attention to his study.
B. He wants to earn a lot of money.
C. He is hard working and warm-hearted.
听第2段对话，回答第4～6题。
4. What is the man
A. A farmer. B. An engineer. C. A pilot.
5. What did the object do
A. It stayed still all the time.
B. It moved round from time to time.
C. It flew away quickly.
6. How did the man describe the object
A. It was bigger than a normal plane.
B. It was smaller than a normal plane.
C. It was as big as a normal plane.
听第3段独白，回答第7～9题。
7. What is the main idea of the speech
A. To judge anything from facts.
B. People may fool you by putting up a good appearance.
C. Don’t judge a person’s intelligence by his appearance.
8. What do you know about the young man mentioned in the passage
A. He is stupid. B. He is a talented writer. C. He has many faults.
9. What does the speaker want to say by giving the example of the student
A. The teacher is fooled by the intelligent student.
B. The student is good at putting up a good appearance.
C. The teacher doesn't know how intelligent the student really is.
听第4段对话，回答第10～12题。
10. How much did the man have to pay for the bank service charge
A. Five dollars.
B. Forty—one dollars
C. Fifty—nine dollars.
11. What does the woman mean about the man's notice received
A. Some mistakes made in the notice.
B. No problems in the notice.
C. Wrong notice sent to the man.
12. How much money does the man want to put into his own accountant
A. Fifty—nine dollars.
B. One hundred dollars.
C. Three hundred dollars.
听第5段对话，回答第13～15题。
13. Why are the man and woman in the restaurant
A. They want to have French cheese.
B. They have never been there before.
C. They are celebrating a birthday.
14. Why does the woman want to see the menu immediately
A. She’s hungry and eager to start eating.
B. She generally spends a long time choosing her food.
C. She wants to check the price.
15. What did they decide NOT to order
A. French cheese and roast duck.
B. White wine and cocktail.
C. Snails.
第二节：听取信息(共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分)
听下面1段对话。请根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入标号为16—20的空格中。听录音前，你将有10秒钟的阅题时间，录音读两遍。
MIC House Agency – Repairs
Item Problem When to be done
(16)____________ Leaking Immediately
Windows (17)____________ Next week
bathroom light Flickers (18)____________
(19)____________ (20)____________ Next week
II 语言知识及应用（共两节，满分35分）
第一节 完形填空（共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分）
阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从21～30各题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland (since 1437) as well as one of the biggest and most important cities in the country, the seventh biggest in the United Kingdom. The ___21___ of the city is around half a million. It lies in the southeast of ___22___. As the capital city it is also the seat of the Scottish Parliament (created in 1999). It is the second most ___23___ city in the United Kingdom after London, with 13 million visitors a year.
The ___24___ of Edinburgh is 100 square miles (259 square kilometers). The historical centre of the city is divided into two main parts, the Old Town and the New Town. They are ___25___ Princes Street Gardens. Both districts were ___26___ as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995.
Edinburgh is quite famous for its annual Edinburgh Festival held four weeks from early August.
Edinburgh has been connected with many___27___people through its whole history. Famous authors of the city ___28___Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the ___29___ of Sherlock Holmes, or nowadays J. K. Rowling, the author of Harry Potter. As far as the __30__ is concerned, the most famous people connected with Edinburgh are Charles Darwin (the biologist), Alexander Graham Bell (the telephone pioneer), and so on.
21. A. people B. number C. area D. population
22. A. England B. Britain C. Wales D. Scotland
23. A. travelled B. visited C. seen D. explored
24. A. land B. amount C. area D. boundary
25. A. separated by B. divided into C. divided by D. separated into
26. A. regarded B. thought C. listed D. treated
27. A. great B. historical C. famous D. intelligent
28. A. include B. contain C. have D. are
29. A. author B. discoverer C. director D. creator
30. A. science B. biology C. art D. literature
第二节 语法填空（共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，按照句子结构的语法性和上下文连贯的要求，在空格处填入一个适当的词或使用括号中词语的正确形式填空，并将答案填写在答题卡标号为31-40的相应位置上。
Night after night, she came to tuck me in, even long after my childhood years. ___31___ (follow) her longstanding custom, she’d lean down and push my long hair out of the way, then kiss my forehead.
I don’t remember ___32___ it first started annoying me — her hands pushing my hair that way. Finally, one night, I shouted out at her, “Don’t do that anymore —your hands are too rough!” She didn’t say ___33____ in reply. But never again ___34___ my mother close out my day ___35___ that familiar expression of her love.
Time after time, with the passing years, my ___36___ (think) returned to that night. By then I missed my mother’s hands, missed her goodnight kiss on my forehead.
Now those hands I once thought to be so rough were still doing things for me and my family. I frequently recalled the night my young voice complained. One night, catching Mom’s hand in hand, I blurted out how sorry I was for that night. I thought she’d remember, ___37___ I did. But Mom didn’t know what I ___38___ (talk) about. She had forgotten — and forgiven — long ago.
That night, I fell asleep with a new ___39___ (appreciate) for my gentle mother and ___40___ caring hands. And the guilt that I had carried around for so long was nowhere to be found.
III 阅读（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
China has now mapped out plans for its next four launches in the Shenzhou program on the next flight. But one conclusion seems to have escaped most reports in the aerospace media. The flight of Shenzhou 7 could be timed to coincide with the Beijing Olympics. Plans for the 2008 Summer Olympics call for the events to be held between the 8th and 24th of August. It's reasonable to expect that China will use the event to promote its achievements before the world, and human spaceflight is China's most significant recent breakthrough.
Shenzhou 7, China's next manned space mission, was originally advertised for 2007. This fit into the pattern of staging a two-year gap between crewed Shenzhou missions, which have previously launched in 2003 and 2005. But Chinese media statements have recently amended this to 2008. Chinese media have reported that while the overall program is going well, more time is needed to work on the spacesuit that will be used on this flight to stage China's first spacewalk. It's possible that Chinese engineers want to make best preparations for this complex mission.
China could intend to carry out the mission of Shenzhou 7 just as media attention is focused on the lead-up to the Olympics. The crew of the flight, and possibly China's other flown astronauts, could then take part in the opening ceremony. China has previously feted her space travellers in great celebrations, such as the Hong Kong event that saw Yang Liwei singing with actor Jacky Chan.
China has also suggested that the activity will be carried out by a single astronaut, and has indicated that half an hour is a rough estimate of the planned time for the spacewalk. China is apparently following suit, probably for the same reasons of conservative mission planning and safety.
41. From the first paragraph we can infer that ________.
A. China hasn’t made its plan for the Beijing Olympics
B. The new Shenzhou program are known to all the reporters
C. China has planned to send up Shenzhou 7 in 2008
D. Beijing Olympics will be held during the flight of Shenzhou 7
42. China has decided to carry out its human spaceflight in 2008 in order to ______.
A. make the Beijing Olympics more interesting
B. show its great achievements to the world
C. prove that China is a developed country
D. introduce its science and technology to the world
43. Which one of the following is WRONG according to this passage
A. China sent its first manned spacecraft in October of 2003.
B. Chinese engineers want to make more preparations for Shenzhou 7.
C. The spacesuit for the flight of Shenzhou 7 hasn’t been prepared well.
D. Two Chinese astronauts walked in space in 2003.
44. The underlined word “amended” in the passage has a similar meaning to ______.
A. improve B. change C. expect D. decide
45. What would be the best title for this passage
A. The Beijing Olympics. B. The Shenzhou Olympics.
C. China’s Shenzhou Program. D. Spacewalk in 2008.
B
Scientists have developed a water treatment system that they say is a powerful but simple way to save lives. Four grams of chemicals can treat ten liters of dirty water for a low cost, about ten cents.
Experts say infections from dirty water kill several thousand children in developing countries every day. The Procter and Gamble company has been developing the "PUR Purifier of Water" system since 1995. The company has been working with the United States Centers for Disease control and Prevention(C.D.C.).
C.D.C. researchers tested it in Guatemala, Pakistan and Kenya. Procter and Gamble researcher Greg Allgood says cases of diarrhea(腹泻) in those studies fell by about 50 percent. Researchers from Johns Hopkins University in Maryland tested the system at a refugee camp in Liberia. Mr. Allgood says that study found a reduction of more than 90 percent. Use of the system is being expanded worldwide.
The treatment contains bleach(漂白剂) to kill disease-causing organisms. It also contains something that dirt and other particles stick to. Mr. Allgood says the chemicals can remove lead and other dangerous metals and even agricultural poisons like D.D.T.
Mr. Allgood heads the Children's Safe Drinking Water program at Procter and Gamble. He says about forty million packets of the treatment have been given to countries for free. They have been used in emergencies and in areas with limited supplies of clean water.
Clean water is a limited resource in many parts of the world. Delegates from about 130 nations attended the Fourth World Water Forum last month in Mexico City. Scientists, policy experts and others discussed ways to provide clean water to the world’s poor. Organizers say more than twenty percent of the world population lacks clean drinking water. The final declaration did not go so far as to declare water a human right. But it did say that governments, not private companies, must take the lead in improving the public’s ability to have clean water.
46. What is mainly talked about in this passage
A. Water pollution around the world.
B. The causes of diarrhea in African countries.
C. A newly developed water treatment system.
D. The Fourth World Water Forum in Mexico City.
47. Which of the following developed the water treatment system
A. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
B. The Procter and Gamble Company and C.D.C.
C. The Children’s Safe Drinking Water Program.
D. Johns Hopkins University.
48. Which of the following about the new water treatment system is NOT true
A. It is effective but very expensive.
B. It was tested in Guatemala, Pakistan and Kenya.
C. It is being expanded worldwide.
D. It can remove dangerous metals in the water.
49. Which of the following shows that the shortage of clean water is a serious problem
A. Forty million packets of the treatment have been given to countries for free.
B. Delegates from about 130 nations attended the Fourth World Water Forum.
C. Four grams of chemicals can treat liters of dirty water for a low cost.
D. Infections from dirty water kill several thousand children every day.
50. The best title for this article is ______.
A. A Small Packet of Chemicals, a Big Effect on Dirty Water
B. The Procter and Gamble Company and C.D.C.
C. The Shortage of Clean Water
D. How to Cure Diarrhea
C
Technology has utterly transformed our ability to communicate with each other. Linking to each other both literally and figuratively, many of us connect through cellphones, email, instant messaging, blogs, and networking web sites, yet we may be less connected to each other than we think.
According to a study, Americans are becoming increasingly socially isolated. The study reveals, for example, that one quarter of Americans say that they have no one to discuss important personal issues with, and that the number of close friends that American have has dropped from three to two. Meanwhile, the Boston Globe reports that this spreading isolation is experienced more sharply among those with less education, people of color, and older Americans. Unsurprisingly, those who are young, white, and well educated tend to have stronger social networks.
From my own experience I have to say that I’ve never felt more connected, thanks to a web of friends, family, and colleagues. One of my closest friends is someone I met through an online discussion group who lives hundreds of miles away from me. We have met face-to-face only twice, yet our regular electronic correspondence and cellphone calls sustain our close friendship. And, speaking of blogging, my blog has introduced me to people I would never have met otherwise and has led to enduring and important friendships.
On the other hand, I recently saw a scene unfold that proved to me how deeply disconnected we as Americans have become. I had just wrapped up a presentation on mediation at a family therapy(治疗) center. As I was leaving, I noticed a mother and her teenage son who had just completed their session with their family therapist(临床医学家). After making their next appointment, they both took out their cellphones, placed calls, and began loud conversations with whoever was on the other end. I walked out behind them to the parking lot to my car. They both jumped into their SUV, and, as I saw them drive off, they were still talking on their cellphones.
But, alas, not to each other.
51. What does the passage lead you to believe
A. Americans are more socially connected today.
B. Americans are more socially isolated today.
C. Technology plays a bigger role in American society.
D. Americans don’t make good use of technology.
52. Which of the following has nothing to do with the isolation among Americans
A. Age. B. Education. C. Skin color. D. Sex.
53. The author himself _______.
A. has a wider range of friends because of technology
B. has failed to take advantage of technology
C. can only find true friendship through the Internet
D. can’t make true friends in actual life
54. What is true about the mother and son in the passage
A. They came for therapy in the same car.
B. They were quite close to each other.
C. There was not much communication between them.
D. They preferred talking to each other on cellphones.
55. The author probably feels ________ with the mother and son.
A. puzzled B. disappointed C. amused D. surprised
第二节 信息匹配（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
请阅读下列应用文及相关信息，并按照要求匹配信息。请在答题卡上将对应题号的相应选项字母涂黑。
首先，请阅读下列有关电器的介绍：
[A] This 1000-wat electric kettle rapidly boils up to 1 quart of water for coffee, tea and more. It provides a rapid and quiet heating process, making it ideal for the office, home or students’ bedroom, and unit’s easy-open lid is designed with a security lock to prevent spilling. The kettle automatically shuts off when the water boils.
[B] This 12-inch everyday pan is made of aluminum, allowing for quick heat giving. The stainless-steel handles are comfortable to grasp, plus they decrease heat moving so handles stay cool on the stovetop. The included lid is ideal for moist-heat cooking. It cooks fast and is easy to clean and can cook everything with little oil or no oil.
[C] This lightweight carpet cleaner comes with a display of convenient features. It gets under furniture and in hard-to-reach areas, and it is removable for easy clean-up. It provides heavy-duty cleaning for the worst type dirt, like high-traffic areas and pet stains, and dirty water and clean water always remain separate. It is ideal for carpeted stairs.
[D] This electric pressure washer is an ideal choice for home and auto cleaning projects. It features and an instant stop or start function. It also includes an adjustable pressure nozzle(喷嘴), so you can adjust pressure from 100 PSI to 1300 PSI, and owns effective cleaning power.
[E] This solar spotlight turns on automatically at dark and off at dawn. Show off garden accessories like fountains or light a path through your yard with a solar light that needs neither electricity nor maintenance. Solar lighting saves money and energy by gathering power from the sun.
[F] Keep the air in the home, office, or workplace circulating with this high-performance fan. It features a design for fast, focused cooling and effective air circulation. It also comes equipped with a three-speed motor and a specially-designed blade, which provides different power. Thoughtfully designed, the fan can also be wall mounted to help save floor space.
阅读以下消费者的信息，然后匹配他们拟要购买的电器。
56. Terminal examination is coming near and it is getting hotter and hotter. Michael studies hard at his desk, often wet through with sweat. Now what he is most longing for is some kind of instrument that can cool himself while he is doing his lessons at the desk so he can have a better learning result.
57. It is only a few days before Christmas Day. Jacky and his family are to give their house a thorough cleaning. As his father has some trouble with his health, Jacky volunteers to undertake the task of cleaning the ceiling and walls. In order to do a better job, he is eager to find an ideal instrument to match his aim.
58. For the purpose of being admitted by a key university, Harry has been burying himself in lessons and often studies until late into the night so that he often feels tired out and sleepy. “Why not refresh myself with a cup of coffee now and then ” He thinks and then he comes up with an idea….
59. Simon has decided to go hiking with his classmates for a holiday and hopes to have a picnic by cooking in the open air to add pleasure and fun to their trip. Now he is given the task that he should get an instrument with which they can cook delicious dishes.
60. Peter’s mother is a cleaner whose job is to get clean kinds of floors, including carpets of many buildings. The boring work—especially the stair carpet cleaning—often makes her mother worn out. So Rachel is anxious to buy her an easy-to-use machine to take the place of her mother’s heavy work.
IV 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 基础写作（共1小题，满分15分)
假设你是李华，是广州白云中学的学生。请你围绕“构建和谐社会”的主题，用英语给全校学生写一封倡议书。
[写作内容]
主 题 构建和谐社会
人与社会 热爱祖国，关心家乡，积极参与学校活动
人与人 尊老爱幼，尊敬师长，团结同学，互相帮助，诚实守信
人与自然 节约能源，保护环境
[写作要求]
1. 只能使用5个句子表达全部内容；
2. 开头和结尾已为你写好，不计入句子总数。
[评分标准]
句子结构准确，信息内容完整，篇章结构连贯。
Build a Harmonious Society
Dear fellow students,
Our government is going to build a "harmonious society"._________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Let's start right now and spare no effort to do a little bit every day, every hour, and every minute!
Li Hua
From Guangzhou Baiyun High School
第二节 读写任务（共1小题，满分25分）
阅读下面的短文，然后按照要求写一篇150左右的英语短文。
On September 1, 1965, the Tibet Autonomous Region was officially established, which marked the establishment of the people's democratic power in Tibet. From then on, the Tibetan people enjoyed the right to administer their own affairs and, together with the people throughout the country, engaged in the socialist development. Nowadays, the Tibet Autonomous Region, covering one-eighth of China's territory with a population of 2.8 million, has developed rapidly in recent years.
China is a multi-ethnic country and Tibet is an inalienable(不可分割的) part of China. For more than 700 years the central government of China has continuously exercised sovereignty over Tibet. No government of any country in the world has ever recognized Tibet as an independent state. Anyone must be denounced(谴责) if he tries to split his motherland. British Foreign Secretary Lord Lansdowne, in a formal instruction in 1904, called Tibet "a province of the Chinese Empire." In his speech, Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru said, "Over the past several hundred years, as far as I know, at no time has any foreign country denied China's sovereignty over Tibet." The Dalai clique and overseas anti-China forces used to claim that between the 1911 Revolution and the founding of the People's Republic of China in 1949, Tibet became a country "exercising full authority." However, many historical facts denied such a fallacy(谬论). The so-called "Tibetan independence" which the Dalai clique and overseas anti-China forces spread is nothing but a fiction of the imperialists who committed aggression against China in modern history. Never will they succeed.
[写作内容]
1. 以约30个词概括短文的要点。
2. 然后以约120个词就“西藏是中国领土不可分割的一部分”的主题发表看法，并包括如下要点：
(1)自古以来，西藏就是中国的领土，西藏历史源远流长；
(2)在中央政府的大力支持下，西藏在经济、政治、文化等方面都得到了很好的发展；
(3)达赖分裂祖国的行为必将受到热爱和平的中国人民和全世界华人的强烈谴责；
(4)作为中学生，你认为该怎么做？
[写作要求]
(1) 可以使用实例或其他论述方法支持你的论点，也可以参照阅读材料的内容，但不得直接引用原文中的句子；
(2) 标题自定。
[评分标准]
概括准确，语言规范，内容合适，篇章连贯。
英语科猜题卷 答案与解析
I. 听力
第一节：听力理解
1—5BACCC 6—10ACBCA 11—15BCCBC
第二节：听取信息
16. Washing machine 17. no locks 18. right away / immediately 19. kitchen curtains 20. torn
II 语言知识及应用
第一节 完形填空
本文介绍了爱丁堡这个城市的地理概况、人口、节日和所产出的名人等情况。
21. D。根据下文的around half a million可知。
22. D。根据常识得知。
23. B。根据下文visitors的暗示。
24. C。根据下文的100 square miles (259 square kilometers).
25. A。根据常识；分辨be divided into和 be separated from，紧扣语境来选择。
26. C。根据词义辨析。这里指“新旧城均被列入联合国教科文组织世界文化遗产”。
27. C。据上下文的行文逻辑。下文讲的都是爱丁堡的名人。
28. A。根据上下文的行文逻辑 ，此句意为“名作家包括柯南.道尔或J.K罗琳。” contain是指“一种物质内含什么东西作为它其中的一部分” 。
29. D。根据文学常识。
30. A。根据下文biologist和telephone pioneer的提示。
第二节 语法填空
本文讲述母亲的双手给作者带来无私的母爱的故事。那双手已经不再温柔，甚至有些粗糙，但那双手依然给作者带来温暖，母爱永远难以割断。
31. Following。因逻辑主语she与follow是主动关系，用现在分词短语作状语，故填Following。
32. when。引导宾语从句，表示时间，用连接副词when。句意：我不记得母亲最初是什么时候开始用手拨弄我的头发了。
33. anything。母亲什么也没回答，在否定句中，用anything。
34. did。因否定词never置于句首时，要用部分倒装句，是一般过去时，填助动词did。
35. with。意思是“用她那熟悉的爱的表达方式”，表示“用”，填介词with。
36. thoughts。由形容词性物主代词my可知，该空应填名词；另外thought用复数形式，表示 “记忆，心思”。
37. as。作者认为母亲会像她自己记得那样，也记得那件事。表示“与……一样”，填连词as。
38. was talking。妈妈不知道我在谈论什么，用过去进行时，填was talking。
39. appreciation。不定冠词a后应接名词，故填appreciation。
40. her。指母亲那体贴的双手。
III 阅读
第一节 阅读理解：
A篇：本文主要讲述中国将在2008年北京奥运会之前发射神州七号卫星，并进行第一太空行走。
41. C 细节理解题 根据第一段内容得知，中国计划在2008年发射神州七号。
42. B 细节理解题 根据第一段最后一句可知，中国发射神七的目的是向世人展现中国所取得的伟大成就。
43. D 推理判断题 文章第三段提到，中国人在2008年将进行第一次太空行走，所以D项错误。
44. A 词义猜测题 根据第二段后半部分可推知。
45. B 主旨大意题 本文巧妙地将北京奥运会与神州七号结合在一起，应是文章的最佳标题。
B篇：本文主要介绍了一种新开发的污水处理系统。
46. C 主旨大意题 细读全文得知，本文主要介绍了一种新开发的污水处理系统。
47. B 细节理解题 由第二段可知，这种污水处理系统是由两加机构联手开发的，即答案B选项。
48. A 细节理解题 从第一段内容可知，这种污水处理系统有效、简单、耗资少。
49. D 推理判断题 根据文章内容可知，只有D项(每天有几千儿童死于脏水引发的传染病)可以说明净水短缺是一个很严重的问题。
50. A 主旨大意题 根据全文所介绍的这种污水处理系统的作用得知。
C篇：本文主要论述了当代社会科技发达了，但美国人彼此之间却变得更孤立，知心朋友也越来越少了。
51. B 推理判断题 本文引述一项研究来说明美国人变得越来越孤立。尽管作者通过网络找到了真正的友谊，但仅仅是少数人而已。
52. D 细节理解题 从第二段后半部分可以看出，教育程度、肤色以及年龄差异对一个美国人是否变得孤立有影响，而性别没有提及。
53. A 细节理解题 根据第三段得知，作者通过现代科技获得了友谊。
54. C 细节理解题 从最后一段介绍的情况来看，他们母子俩都在电话上跟另外的人交流，说明他们自己彼此之间缺乏交流。
55. D 推理判断题 根据文章最后一段作者的叙述语气得知，他们母子两人彼此如此冷漠的态度是作者不曾想到的，所以感到吃惊。
第二节 信息匹配
消费者——电器
56. F 关键词：cool himself, focused cooling and effective air circulation。
57. D 关键词：give their house a thorough cleaning, home and auto cleaning projects。
58. A 关键词：a cup of coffee, for coffee。
59. B 关键词：cooking in the open air, cook everything with little oil or no oil。
60. C 关键词：carpet cleaning, carpet cleaner, carpeted stairs。
IV 写作
第一节 基础写作(one possible version)
Build a Harmonious Society
Dear fellow students,
Our government is going to build a "harmonious society". I think it is our duty to work hard to achieve this goal. First of all, we should love our motherland, care about the development of our hometowns and take an active part in our school's activities. Secondly, we should respect the old and love the young, including our parents and our teachers. We should also unite the students around us, help each other and above all, everyone must be honesty and trustworthy in our daily life. Last but not least, we should try our best to save energy of all kinds and protect our natural environment.
Let's start right now and spare no effort to do a little bit every day, every hour, and every minute!
Li Hua
From Guangzhou Baiyun High School
第二节 读写任务(one possible version)
Tibet is a part of China
The establishment of the Tibet Autonomous Region has enabled the local people to become masters of their own affairs, which promotes the development of Tibet. Tibet is a part of China, never to be independent.
As we all know, Tibet has been an inalienable part of the Chinese territory since ancient times. It has a long history. Before its liberation, there was no modern industry or no highways. However, since the founding of the Tibet Autonomous Region, Tibet has witnessed significant progress in economic, political and cultural development, thanks to the great support from the central government.
To our dissatisfaction, the Dalai clique and some overseas anti-China forces has done something that is against the will of all peace-loving Chinese people at home and abroad. They are bound to be strongly denounced.
As middle school students, we also strongly protest anyone who splits our motherland. Meanwhile, we must study hard and try our best to make our country more powerful.
听力录音材料
第一节：听力理解
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第1至第3三个小题。
W: You're late again, John. This is the third time this week that you're late for school.
M: I know, Mrs. Hart. Please excuse me.
W: Do you have an explanation for this
M: No, Madam. I'm sorry. It won't happen again.
W: Look, John, you studied hard and made progress every day. All the students in this class admired you. I know there must be something wrong. I don't know whether I can be of any help.
M: Thank you very much, Mrs. Hart. I started a job in my spare time last week. I go to work in the evening after leaving school, working for four hours every day. After returning from the job, I do my homework. I usually go to bed at or after midnight. I'm tired right now, but I'm getting used to it day by day.
W: Why do you work so much while you're still in school
M: I need to save up enough money to support my kid brother in his study. He also wants to become a university student. Just imagine! My kid brother, a university student!
W: Do you think you can earn enough money for your brother's education Tuition here is very expensive, you know.
M: Yes, I'm quite clear about that. I'm only trying to be of some help.
W: But you're a student now. Your main task is to study.
M: Yes. I'll try not to be late again and improve my study.
W: That's OK. If you need any help, just let me know.
M: Thank you very much, madam.
听第2段对话，回答第4至第6三个小题。
W: That's very exciting, of course, Mr. Jones. When did you see the UFO
M: It was last Thursday. It must have been ten past six because I was just passing the post office after walking my dog. Every evening we take the same walk at the same time.
W: Did you hear any noise
M: Well, I did hear a noise. At first I thought it was a plane. But it couldn't be possible, because it was standing still at first, and it had no wings or engines or anything of that sort.
W: But didn't it move at all
M: No, it suddenly rose up and flew away up into the clouds with a rush of hot air.
W: How big was it
M: It was huge. You know how small planes look when they are in the air. Well, this object looked about the size of a large plane, even at that height. So if it were on the ground it would be very large.
W: Certainly, Mr. Jones. You have been flying for so many years.
M: And you could imagine the engine power that would be needed to keep a thing that size in the air. It' s really hard to believe or imagine.
W: Certainly it is. Thank you, Mr. Jones. Today's interview will appear on City Evening tomorrow.
听第3段独白，回答第7至第9三个小题。
Have you ever heard the old saying, "Never judge a book by its cover" This is a good rule to follow when trying to judge the intelligence of others. Some people have minds that shine only in certain situations. A young man with an unusual gift in creative writing may find himself speechless in the presence of a pretty girl. He searches awkwardly for words and does not talk smoothly. But don’t make the mistake of thinking him stupid. With a pen and paper he can express himself very well.
Other people may fool you into overvaluing their intelligence by putting up a good appearance. A student who listens attentively and takes notes in class is bound to make a favorable impression on his teachers. But when it comes to exams, he may score near the bottom of the class.
The main idea is you can’t judge someone by their appearances. The only way to determine a person’s intelligence is to get to know him. Then you can observe how he reacts to different situations. The more situations you observe, the more accurate your judgment is likely to be. So take your time. Don’t judge the book by its cover.
听第4段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。
W: How are you doing May I help you
M: Yes, I have a problem about my checking account.
W: Oh, what is it
M: I got this notice in the mail—something about an overdraft.
W: Let me see. …Apparently there were insufficient funds in the account to meet the last check you wrote in the amount of $ 59, so the bank debited your account $ 64. That includes a bank service charge of $ 5.
M: Could there be a mistake by the bank According to my records, the balance should be $ 41.
W: Just a minute. I’ll check. … No, according to the bank records at the end of the business day yester day, the notice you received is correct.
M: It's strange. I've used this branch for ten years. I've never had an overdraft.
W: It's unlikely that the bank would make an error. Would you like me to go over your account again
M: Please do. Here's my list of payments.
W: Well, the balance comes to minus 59%, so the computer is correct. You see, you left out this check for $ 100 on August 1.
M: Oh, let me look. …I'm sorry. I was never very good with figures.
W: Don't worry. We all make mistakes.
M: I guess you're right. Anyway, I'm going to deposit $ 300 in my account now and that will take care of everything.
听第5段对话，回答第13至第15三个小题。
W: What a beautiful places! But can we afford it
M: I wanted the best restaurant for your birthday. And since you like the art of French cooking, here we are! Let’s begin with a cocktail and then look at the menu.
W: I’m going to start looking right away because it always takes me a year to make up my mind on things to eat. Any advice
M: You’ve never been there before, but everything is supposed to be excellent.
W: Look! They have snails! But I wouldn’t dare eat them. They might make me sick.
M: I feel the same way about snails. I think I’ll have roast duck. It comes with vegetables and potatoes.
W: Sounds good, but since I love seafood, I’m going to have the fish, and let’s have the salad after the entree, the way the French do!
M: Fine. We should have white wine with dinner and dessert since this is a celebration.
W: Oh, and let’s not forget the cheese. There’s nothing like real French cheese.
M: I can see already that this is going to be an enjoyable and delicious evening.
[第一节到此结束]
第二节：听取信息
听下面一段对话，请根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入答题卡标号为16—20的空格中。听录音前，你将有10秒钟的阅题时间。录音读两遍，你将有80秒钟的作答时间。
W: Good morning. MIC House Agency.
M: Good morning. I am ringing about the problems I've been having with my apartment.
W: Yes, of course. If I can just take a few details first. Please tell me the problems you've been having.
M: Well, the first thing is the washing machine, it has been leaking a little and it's beginning to get worse. We have a small kid, we really need to get that done straight away.
W: OK. That's washing machine for immediate repair.
M: Then we are worried about all the windows.
W: Are they broken
M: No, but there are no locks on them, and you know with the crime rate these days...
W: And when would you like this done
M: That's not really urgent.., but you never know when there is going to be a breaking ....
W: No, we will get those done for you next weak. Don't worry.
M: And there is the bathroom light.., it's getting quite annoying. It flickers quite badly and it's giving me headaches. I would really like to get it replaced right away.
W: That's no problem.
M: And then the last thing on the list is the kitchen curtains. They are torn.
W: Oh, right. We do have quite a few spare ones in stock and can get those to you in the next week, if that's all right with you
M: Yes, that'd be fine. You can repair this anytime during the day since my wife would be at home.
W. OK. I've made a note of that.
M: Great. Thanks very much for your help.
W: That's fine. Thank you for calling.
M: Goodbye.
W: Bye.
[第二节到此结束]2009年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试(广东卷)
英语模拟卷六
本试卷共8页，四大题，满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：1．答卷前，考生务必用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名和考生号、试室号、座位号填写在答题卡上。用2B铅笔将试卷类型(A)填涂在答题卡相应位置上。将条形码横贴在答题卡右上角“条形码粘贴处”。
2．选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案，答案不能答在试卷上。
3．非选择题必须用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
4．考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，将试卷和答题卡一并交回。
I. 听力 (共两节，满分35分)
第一节：听力理解(5段共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第1至第3三个小题。
1. What's the probable relationship between the two speakers
A. Brother and sister.
B. Classmates.
C. Teacher and student.
2. What will the man buy for the woman
A. Some bananas.
B. Some apples.
C. Nothing.
3. What does the man promise to do
A. He will help the woman with the test.
B. He will help the woman do the homework.
C. He will help the woman with the lessons she has missed.
听第2段对话，回答第4至第6三个小题。
4. Why did the woman not go to college
A. She was not interested in college.
B. Her family could not afford her college education.
C. She failed the entrance exams.
5. What does the woman do now
A. She is a shop assistant.
B. She is a housekeeper.
C. She is a bus conductor.
6. What does the woman think of her friend’s university life
A. It is boring and dull.
B. It is busy and tiring.
C. It is wonderful and attractive.
听第3段对话，回答第7至第9三个小题。
7. Where are they going this evening
A. A new restaurant. B. A new bar. C. A party.
8. How many people will be together this evening
A. Two. B. Three. C. Four.
9. What's the probable relationship between the two speakers
A. Husband and wife. B. Waitress and customer. C. Friends.
听第4段独白，回答第10至第12三个小题。
10. What can not be raised in universities
A. Turtles. B. Sheep. C. Kittens.
11. Why do many students raise pets in universities
A. Because the universities ask them to do so.
B. Because they want to become famous like superstars.
C. Because they want to show that they can shoulder responsibility by raising pets.
12. Which of the following is right according to the listening material
A. Girl students usually raise crabs and fish.
B. Students can take part in the drive for animal protection after class.
C. Boy students often raise doggies.
听第5段对话，回答第13至第15三个小题。
13. What do we know about the speakers
A. They are expecting the holiday like other students.
B. They have never been to the seaside before.
C. They have to mail the check before enjoying the holiday.
14. How long will their holiday last
A. Ten days. B. Two days. C. A month.
15. What can we learn from the conversation
A. Both of them hold that it’s worth spending the money.
B. They are going to stay there for four nights.
C. They have to stay in a small hotel.
第二节：听取信息（共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分）
听下面一段独白, 请根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入答题卡标号为16～20的空格中。听录音前，你将有10秒钟的阅题时间。录音读两遍，你将有80秒钟的作答时间。
Nick’s Notes
Things I have to check before my first trip to 16 .
Hotel Location In the center of the city
Price range 17
Suggestion Peninsula; The 18 Hotel
Changing money Where At the airport
Why there Get a 19
How to get into the city By taxi which costs about $ 20 .
II. 语言知识及应用（共两节，满分35分）
第一节：完形填空（共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分）
阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从21～30各题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A proud father has named his son after a computer software term. Jon Blake Cusack, from Michigan, told local newspapers the US traditional way of adding “Junior” after a boy’s name was too 21 .
So, when his son was born last week, he decided on the name Jon Blake Cusack 2.0, as if he were a __22__ upgrade. Mr. Cusack admitted that it took months to 23 his wife, Jamie, to accept the idea. Mrs. Cusack said she asked several friends whether they can accept this name or not. All the men, she said, felt the name was __24 . However, her women friends did not think so. “I think the women ___25__ like it,” she said.
Mr. Cusack told the local newspaper he got the 26 from a film called The Legend of l900, in which an abandoned baby is given the name 1900 to remember the year of its 27 . “I thought if they could do this. Why can’t we ” After little Jon 2.0 was born, Mr. Cusack even sent a celebratory e-mail to the family and friends designed to look as if he and his wife had 28 a new software.
“I wrote things like there are a lot of new features from Version 1.0 with 29 features from Jamie”, he said. And he is already planning for his son’s future. “If he has a 30 , he could name it 3.0,” he said.
21. A. ordinary B. usual C. normal D. common
22. A. software B. program C. machine D. computer
23. A. advise B. suggest C. persuade D. ask
24. A. cool B. bad C. out-of-date D. strange
25. A. take up B. add up C. end up D. get up
26. A. plan B. opinion C. thought D. idea
27. A. growth B. birth C. name D. time
28. A. created B. founded C. discovered D. found
29. A. newer B. common C. additional D. scarce
30. A. son B. child C. friend D. daughter
第二节：语法填空（共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，按照句子结构的语法性和上下文连贯的要求，在空格处填入一个适当的词或使用括号中词语的正确形式填空，并将答案填写在答题卡标号为31-40的相应位置上。
Sometimes Chinese English teachers are puzzled by __31__ questions, “Have you got any skills in reading comprehension ” Actually, many of the teachers can’t give students 32 efficient way to deal with reading. Anyway, __33__ often simply say, “Read more and practise more, and you 34 (get) more experience in reading comprehension.” Frankly, these teachers’ good 35 (suggest) are only helpful to arouse students’ interest in reading 36 not helpful to deal with the questions in the examinations of reading comprehension. Personally, I think the skill for reading comprehension should be based 37 the knowledge of English writing. Since the English passages are written under some rules or principles, the science of reading and understanding may have a close relationship with writing. Reading comprehension can’t be independent from the knowledge of writing. So __38__ (do) better in reading comprehension, we should learn the knowledge of writing, study __39__ questions are designed and the relationship __40__ questions and the reading materials.
III. 阅读（共两节，满分40分）
第一节：阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Whether you’re headed to another country for business or pleasure, it is likely that you need to keep in touch with family or business partners in the United States. But if you plan to do that using your cell phone, you could have an unwelcome surprise-U.S. cell phones don’t work abroad. U.S. companies use different forms of technology, not like most of the international community, including Europe.
However, there is an easy, cost-effective solution(方法) to staying in touch while you’re traveling. You Can rent a phone that is guaranteed to work in the countries you’re visiting. Roadpost offers a 30-day cell phone rental plan that includes free incoming calls, free voicemail and call waiting services.
The service is convenient and simple. You can place your order online and your phone will be shipped to arrive on the date you want. If an unexpected business trip comes up, Roadpost can provide next-day delivery for most cities. In addition to the phone, Roadpost provides a spare battery, travel charger and a leather carrying case.
When your phone is shipped from Roadpost, you receive an e-mail confirmation that contains your international cell phone number so you can leave it with family members and business partners; Roadpost even provides business cards preprinted with your international phone number.
Those who don’t want to be without e-mail while traveling can rent an international BlackBerry. It can be hard to stay in touch by e-mail when traveling. With an international BlackBerry, you can email as much as you like, without worrying about an expensive bill. If you’re traveling to very remote areas, you may want to consider renting a satellite phone: Because they receive their signals from satellites, these phones work anywhere on the
planet, including oceans and mountains. When you return, simply ship the phone or BlackBerry back to Roadpost using the return kit the company provides.
41. According to the text, Roadpost probably is______.
A. an organization that offers some free services
B. a person who offers some advice to foreign tourists
C. a company that rents cell phones to Americans going abroad
D. a Person who makes travel plans for Americans
42. The first paragraph mainly tells us that ______.
A. Americans need to change their cell phones
B. European form of technology is different from America's
C. U.S. cell phones don't work abroad
D. Americans who go abroad will meet an unwelcome surprise
43. Which of the following will help you a lot in mountainous areas
A. BlackBerry. B. The return kit.
C. E-mail. D. Satellite phones.
44. According to the text, it can be inferred that ______.
A. an international BlackBerry is mainly used to send e-mail
B. Roadpost can offer cell phones using in different areas
C. you should select a bag used to send your cell phone
D. Roadpost's service is convenient and simple
45. Which of the free services can you get from Road post
A. Voicemail. B. Sending e-mail.
C. Shipping the phone back. D. Call waiting services.
B
The naive fellow has never met a thief and firmly believes that he lives in a world without thieves. And, the female thief fights against other thieves only to protect this guy's "daydream". Sound strange Then go to the cinema to see what happens in "A World Without Thieves" (Tianxia Wuzei). It's the latest offering from Chinese director Feng Xiaogang. The film will hit mainland cinemas on December 9, 2004.
Adapted from the book of the same name, it tells the story of a couple, both of them skillful thieves, who find their consciences on a thief-filled train.
Wang Bo (Andy Lau, or Liu Dehua) is a master pickpocket from Hong Kong. Wang Li (Rene Liu, or Liu Ruoying) is a "talented" cheat from Taiwan. They're partners in crime and passion, and cheat their way across China, until one day they run into Shagen (Wang Baoqiang) at a railway station.
An orphan since birth, Shagen spends more time with wolves than with men. He believes in the basic goodness of human nature and is convinced that he lives in a world without thieves. Having saved up 60,000 yuan after five years of hard work, he decides to go back to his hometown, build a house and get married.
However, the train Shagen boards is full of thieves. Besides Wang Bo and Wang Li, there is a gang of highwaymen under the control of Uncle Bill (Ge You). While Bill's men are trying to get Shagen's savings, Wang Li takes it on herself to be his protector.
Feng Xiaogang has become a supplier of New Year's movies in China. For four consecutive years, he has caused a nationwide media excitement at the end of each year. That started with 1998's "The Dream Factory" (Jiafang Yifang) and ran to last year's "Cell phone" (Shouji).
With "A World without Thieves", Feng tries his hand at something beyond his standard humor. For the first time, he employs a lot of special effects.
"I do like comedy, but I also want to know where my limits lie," said Feng, "The film is an experiment. It has special skills, love between thieves, as well as the rediscovery of conscience."
Feng says the film is more like a fairy tale: It's two thieves trying to protect someone's "daydream". "You see, a fairy tale may expose more about life and human nature than another story. You don't change the world with a film, but you make people see and feel innocence, and that's my power. "
46. The underlined word “naive” means _________.
A. lovely B. interesting C. innocent D. smart
47. Which of the following films is not directed by Feng Xiaogang
A. Red River Valley B. A World Without Thieves
C. The Dream Factory D. Cellphone
48. It can be inferred from the text that _________.
A. Feng Xiaogang has directed more than three films since 1998.
B. This film was first on show on December 9, 2004.
C. Wang Bo and Wang Li are in the charge of Uncle Bill.
D. Feng Xiaogang likes fairy tales.
49. Which of the following statements best expresses the main idea of the passage
A. Introduction of Feng Xiaogang
B. Introduction of Liu Dehua
C. Brief introduction of Feng’s film—A World Without Thieves
D. Feng’s opinion about his film—A World Without Thieves
50. What’s Feng’s opinion about this film
A. All the World is peaceful and perfect objects.
B. The power of the film is to make people see and feel innocence.
C. It’s only a fairy tale.
D. Let people rediscover their consciences by this film.
C
Five Olympic mascots were announced exactly 1000 days before the Beijing Olympic opening ceremony. The long--anticipated mascots represent four of China's most popular animals—the fish, the panda, the Tibetan antelope and the swallow .The fifth mascot is the brightly burning Olympic flame.
Each of the mascots has a repeated two-syllable name. This type of name is a traditional way of showing affection for children in China. BeiBei is the fish, JingJing is the panda, HuanHuan is the Olympic flame, YingYing is the Tibetan antelope and NiNi is the swallow. The first characters of their two-syllable names read “Beijing Huanying Ni,” or, in English, “Welcome to Beijing.”
The five elements of nature, including the sea, forest, fire, earth and sky are found in the mascot's origins and headpieces. These special headpieces also display the folk and culture of China. Each mascot also symbolizes a different blessing ---prosperity, happiness, passion, health and good luck.
It is the first time more than three mascots will share the important duty of representing their host country. Han Meilin, chief of the mascot design team explained that, “China has such a rich culture that no single mascot could possibly represent it! That is why we chose to produce five mascots instead of one.”
Called the “Five Friendlies,” the figures embody（体现） the Chinese people’s hope for peace and friendship in the world and the spirit of the Olympics, representing not only multi-ethnic(多民族的) cultures of China, but also the traditional Chinese philosophy of harmony between humans and nature.
In order to help Beijing 2008 spread its theme of One World, One Dream to every continent, the Five Friendlies reflect the deep desire of the Chinese people to reach out to the world in friendship through the Games — and to invite every man, woman and child to take part in the great celebration of human union in 2008.
51. What’s the theme of Beijing 2008 Olympics
A. Welcome to Beijing.
B. Prosperity, Happiness, Passion, Health and Good luck.
C. New Beijing, New Olympics.
D. One World, One Dream.
52. What did Han Meilin, chief of the mascot design team, think of the five mascots
A. He thought highly of the five mascots.
B. No single mascot could represent China.
C. The five mascots represented the culture of China.
D. They would reflect the desire of Chinese people.
53. Which of the following statements is not true
A. It’s for the first time that five mascots are chosen to represent their host country in the Olympic history.
B. One of the five mascots YingYing stands for the Olympic flame.
C. Beijing announced its five 2008 Olympic mascots just 1000 days before the big event.
D. The five mascots express affection for Chinese children by two-syllable names.
54. Which of the following best reflects the main idea of the passage
A. The 29th Olympic Games will be held in Beijing in 2008.
B. The theme of 2008 Beijing Olympics—One World, One Dream.
C. The significance of five 2008 Olympic mascots—the Five Friendlies.
D. How the Five Fantastic Mascots came into being.
55. What do the five mascots—the Five Friendlies represent
A. “Beijing Huanying Ni,” or, in English, “Welcome to Beijing.”
B. Chinese multi-ethnic cultures, philosophy of harmony between humans and nature and five elements of nature.
C. Chinese people’s hope for peace and friendship in the world and the spirit of the Olympics.
D. The deep desire of the Chinese people to reach out to the world in friendship through the Olympics.
第二节：信息匹配（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
请阅读下列应用文及相关信息，并按照要求匹配信息。请在答题卡上将对应题号的相应选项字母涂黑。
以下是音乐会的信息：
A. Pop star: Singer and composer Emil Chau, one of the most admired music idols in China and Southeast Asia, will perform a solo concert in Beijing. Chau was born in Hong Kong and attended college in Taiwan. He has released more than 30 albums in Mandarin, Cantonese and English.
Time: 7:30 pm, March 31
Place: Capital Gymnasium, Baishiqiao Lu, Haidian District
Tel: 6833-5552
B. Beautiful timbre: Jasmine Leong will meet her Beijing fans next month. Singing with beautiful timbre, Leong will present a series of love stories to the audience. To highlight the theme of love, 200 sets of lover's tickets, valued at 1800 yuan will be presented.
Tickets: 180-980 yuan (US$22-121)
Time/date: 7:30 pm, September 9
Location: Workers' Gymnasium, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District
Tel: 6501-6655
C. Music for children: Some 50 colourful music-related performances will be staged until August 28 in an "Open the Door to Music" series of concerts, in a move to foster Chinese children's taste for art. The concert series will be held in several venues, sponsored by the Forbidden City Concert Hall and supported by the Beijing Municipal Culture Bureau.
Tickets: 10-100 yuan (US$1-12)
Time/date: 2 pm or 7:30 pm, July 20-August 28
Location: mainly in the Forbidden City Concert Hall in Zhongshan Park, some in Peking University Hall in Haidian District and in the China Puppet Art Theatre and Poly Theatre
Tel: 6506-5343, 6506-5345
D. Feel the mood: Jonathan Lee will host his 2006 concert in Beijing. As the master of music in Taiwan, Lee is famous for his unique annotation of love, mood and life.
Time: 7:30 pm, March 24, 25
Place: Capital Gymnasium, Baishiqiao Lu, Haidian District
Tel: 6835-4020
E. Commemorative show: To mark the 100th anniversary of the birth of Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen, the founder of modern prose drama, a concert titled "Nora's Songs" will be given.
Time: 7:30 pm, March 20
Place: Peking University Concert Hall
Tel: 6275-2279, 6275-9637
F. Chamber music: The chamber concert series of China Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra will greet audiences with a woodwind quintet, a string quartet plus Bach's piano concerto and suite.
Time: 7:30 pm, March 25
Place: The Concert Hall of the Central Conservatory of Music, 43 Baojiajie, Xicheng District
Tel: 6641-4759, 6642-5744
以下内容是与音乐会相关的信息，请匹配与之相关的音乐会。
56. To remember Henrik Ibsen, with pianist Wolfgang Plagge, violinist Annar Folles and soprano Gao Xia, the Norwegian Ibsen Trio will present the classic works of the celebrated playwright.
57. Jasmine Leong is a Malaysian singer who is very popular on the Taiwan music scene. Focusing on lyrical songs, Leong's Beijing performance will also tap into rock & roll music.
58. His platinum albums such as "You Make Me Happy and Sad," "Flowery Heart," "Music Brings Us Together" and "Emil & Friends" have brought him numerous awards in Singapore, and China's Taiwan and Hong Kong.
59. Jonathan Lee represents the creative spirit of the past 20 years in Taiwan and many renowned singers like Sarah Chan (Chen Shuhua), Sandy Lam (Lin Yilian), Emil Chau (Zhou Huajian) and Karen Mok (Mo Wenwei) draw great inspiration from Lee's works.
60. The mix of musical treats for children in Beijing includes various kinds of art forms, including Western classical music and Chinese traditional music, as well as puppet plays, crosstalk shows, and highlights of Chinese local operas such as Peking Operas and Kunqu Operas.
IV. 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节：基础写作（共1小题，满分15分)
下图是我国近10年私人汽车拥有情况。
[写作内容]
请根据以上数据，写一篇短文，包括以下内容：
1. 我国私人汽车拥有量与十年前相比增加的倍数；
2. 增加的原因。
3. 你的看法。
[写作要求]
1. 只能使用5个句子表达全部内容；
2. 标题为：Car Ownership in China；
3. 短文开头已为你写好，不计入句子总数。
[评分标准]
句子结构准确，信息内容完整，篇章结构连贯。
Car Ownership in China
As can be seen from the chart, great changes in car ownership have taken place in China in the past ten years.
第二节：读写任务（共1小题，满分25分）
第二节 读写任务（共1小题，满分25分）
阅读下面的短文，然后按照要求写一篇150左右的英语短文。
Honesty is one of the most treasured traditional values in China. The children are taught to be honest when they are very young. At schools the students are also instructed to be honest.
However, with the development of society, we often hear complaints about dishonesty. Reports with the theme of dishonesty often appear in the media. For example, some people try to get rich and live a comfortable life. But they do not work hard honestly, instead they cheat others. They sell something quite ordinary at a very high price. Some people's delaying paying back the loan can serve as another example. Some people, including some college students, get loan from the bank, and promise to pay within, say, 3 years. However, they don't do that.
The dishonest people sometimes can get benefit from their behaviors. So some people assert that dishonesty can bring people benefit, while honesty only makes people suffer. Is that so Definitely not. It is always true that honesty is the best policy. It pays to be honest. The cheater selling “the treasure” mentioned above will surely be disclosed and punished some day.
On the contrary, if he had been honest, neither the buyer nor he himself would have suffered. The people who do not return money in time will sooner or later become infamous, and will not get the money from others again. If he had acted differently, he would have earned respect and trust, meanwhile, the bank would not have suffered from loss.
[写作内容]
1. 以约30个词概括短文的要点。
2. 然后以约120个词就“诚实”的主题发表看法，并包括以下要点：
（1）你对不诚实现象的看法；
（2）诚实的重要性；
（3）作为中学生，该如何做一个诚实的人。
[写作要求]
1．作文中可使用自己的亲身经历或虚构的故事，也可以参照阅读材料的内容，但不得直接引用原文中的句子；
2．标题自定。
[评分标准]
概括准确，语言规范，内容合适，篇章连贯。
答案与解析
I. 听力
第一节：听力理解
1-5 BACBA 6-10 CBCCB 11-15 CBCBA
第二节：听取信息
16. Sydney 17. $ 60-70 18. Grand 19. good rate 20. six or seven / 6 or 7
II. 语言知识及应用
第一节：完形填空
本文主要介绍了一位美国父亲突发奇想，给儿子命的名字类似软件升级。
21. D 既然是传统的方法，固然是“常见的”。选项A表示“平凡，没有突出之处”；B强调动作的频率；C表示“正常的”。
22. A 由短文第一句和Jon Blake Cusack 2.0本身可知，这像是电脑“软件”升级。
23. C 指“说服”他妻子接受这个想法。
24. A 由her women friends did not think so可知，所有男人的观点与他妻子等女人的观点是相反的，妻子难以接受这个想法，说明男人觉得这个名字很“酷”。
25. C 指问的妇女，都会以得到是这样的结果而告终，表示“以……而告终”用end up。
26. D 由前文accept the idea 可知。
27. B 句中its指the baby’s；句意是以此来命名是为了记住这个baby“出生”的年份。
28. A 他们的儿子当然是他和他的妻子“开发出来的(created)一个新软件”而不是“建立(founded)”软件，更不是“发现(discovered, found)”早已存在的软件。
29. C 指除了他自己的特征以外，还有来自于Jamie的“另外的”特征。
30. B 未出生还是用不涉及性别的child较好。
第二节：语法填空
本文主要探讨了英语阅读技巧方面的话题。
31. such 由后面列举的问题可知，此处是指“这样的”问题。
32. an 指“一种”有效的方法，表示“一种”用不定冠词，efficient以元音音素开头，用an。
33. they 指代前文中的the teachers。
34. will get 在“祈使句+and+陈述句”句型中，陈述句的谓语动词要用一般将来时。
35. suggestions 作主语用名词，谓语是are，可见此名词要用复数。
36. but 因helpful to…与not helpful to…显然转折关系，用but连接两个形容词短语作表语。
37. on 固定搭配be basede on意为“以……为基础,在……的基础上”。
38. to do 作目的状语，要用动词不定式。
39. how 引导宾语从句，并在从句中作方式状语，即研究问题是“如何”设计的。
40. between 表示两者之间。
III. 阅读
第一节：阅读理解
A篇：本文主要介绍美国的一家提供租用手机服务的公司——Roadpost公司的一些基本情况。
41. C. 推理判断题。由全文内容可知Roadpost是一个为出国的美国人提供租用手机服务的公司。
42. C. 主旨大意题。文章第一段指出，美国的手机系统不同于世界其它地区。因此，出国的人如果想通过手机联系就必须更换手机。
43. D. 细节理解题。文章第五段提到，在山区最好使用卫星电话，也就是利用卫星传输信息的手机。
44. B. 推理判断题。通读全文可知，Roadpost能够提供适合于不同地方的手机。
45. A. 细节理解题。可以利用排除法，文章最后两段并没有指出发送邮件和返还手机时是否收费，故B和C错误；再根据文章第二段最后一句可知，D项不是免费的。
B篇：本文主要介绍了冯小刚导演的电影A World Without Thieves—《天下无贼》。
46. C. 猜测词义题。从下文的“…and firmly believes that he lives in a world without thieves.”可猜测出他是个“天真(幼稚)”的小伙子。
47. A. 细节理解题。根据文章内容，利用排除法可以得知Red River Valley的导演不是冯小刚，而是冯小宁。
48. A. 推理判断题。能根据文章内容推断出的内容只有A项，B、C项可以直接看出，D项文中没有提及。
49. C. 主旨大意题。通读全文可以得知，本文主要介绍了冯小刚导演的电影A World Without Thieves。
50. B. 推理判断题。文章最后一段主要讲述了冯小刚对他这部电影的评价。
C篇：本文主要讲述了北京2008年奥运会吉祥物的内在含义。
51. D. 细节理解题。文章末段首句提到了北京奥运会的主题。
52. A. 推理判断题。根据文章第四段可以得知吉祥物设计组组长韩美林给予北京奥运会吉祥物高度评价。
53. B. 细节理解题。利用排除法，由文章第二段第三句话可知B项中的YingYing应为HuanHuan。
54. C. 主旨大意题。纵观全文，不难归纳出文章主要介绍了北京2008年奥运会的吉祥物的含义。
55. B. 推理判断题。文章第三、五段主要讲述了吉祥物的象征意义。
第二节：信息匹配
音乐会——与之相关的信息。
56. E. 关键词：Henrik Ibsen，Norwegian playwright。
57. B. 关键词：Jasmine Leong，Beijing performance。
58. A. 关键词：perform a solo concert，his platinum albums, Taiwan and Hong Kong。
59. D. 关键词：Jonathan Lee，the master of music in Taiwan，the creative spirit of the past 20 years in Taiwan。
60. C. 关键词：music for children，the mix of musical treats for children。
IV. 写作
第一节：基础写作
Car Ownership in China
As can be seen from the chart, great changes in car ownership have taken place in China in the past ten years. The number of private cars has increased more than 6 times from nearly 3 million in 1996 to over 15 million in 2006. I think there are two main reasons for these changes. Firstly, the economy of China has developed so rapidly that many Chinese people want to own private cars. Secondly, in modern society, many Chinese need a car to do business so as to save time. In my view, however, as the car ownership constantly increases year by year, a large number of social problems, such as traffic jams, will turn up nearly every city in China.
第二节：读写任务
The passage mainly tells us that nowadays many people are dishonest for their own benefit, for they not only neglect our traditional values, but also they want to escape being punished.
Dishonesty does great harm to our society. It can destroy our good relationship with others, bringing lots of unstable factors to the society. Sometimes, it may even affect people’s health.
Why should we be honest Firstly, being honest is one of Chinese traditional virtues which we should carry forward. Secondly, friendship is based on honesty. Seeing that the honest person is reliable, most of people are willing to make friends with them. Thirdly, honesty is very important for us to build a harmonious society and realize our spiritual civilization.
As students, we should act honestly every day and never cheat others, including cheat in exams. Besides, we should help those who are dishonest correct their mistakes. Only in this way can we win respect from others.
听力录音材料
I. 听力
第一节：听力理解
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第1至第3三个小题。
M: Hello, how are you feeling
W: Oh, not too bad, but I have to stay in bed. The doctor has just left and he gave me some pills to reduce my temperature.
M: Oh, good. Are you hungry Do you want me to get you something to eat
W: No, there is no need. I'm not very hungry, but thank you all the same.
M: Everyone else in our class sends you their best wishes.
W: How nice they are!
M: Is there anything I can do for you
W: Well, yes. Would you mind buying some fruit for me Some apples, oh, no, some bananas, I think.
M: No, of course not. Anything else
W: Would you bring my textbooks here, please I’m afraid of being behind others.
M: Tomorrow I will bring them here. Don’t worry and I will help you with the lessons, but you'll have to do the homework on your own.
W: That’s very kind of you. Thanks a lot.
M: Don’t mention it.
听第2段对话，回答第4至第6三个小题。
M: Kate! Why didn't you choose to go to college Was it about money
W: Well, I don't want to sit here and say I was too poor to go to college. But the fact is that we didn't have the money, though my mother probably could have made enough somehow, or I probably could have worked harder at school and got better grades. It’s really I didn't get to college. I have wished to go back to school every other week. It wasn't just my path.
M: Well, did you feel like you were missing something
W: My best friend went off to university. And I just remembered every time I talked to her, it all sounded so fine and so great. And here I was, selling tennis shoes and getting on bus every day to work in town. We both thought the other person's life was so much more interesting and exciting. I was trying hard to pay for my own flat every month. And that seems so exciting to her. And she would talk about studying for finals, and going to parties, and I thought, "God, she is so perfect!"
听第3段对话，回答第7至第9三个小题。
W: Will you be joining Bill and me tonight at the bar
M: Which one will you be going to
W: We are going to try the new one that opened up on the 17th Street.
M: Sure. I've been meaning to visit that place myself.
W: I hear it has great food and a live band on Fridays.
M: Super. What time should I meet you there
W: I want to stop off at my apartment to get changed so I should be there by 9 p. m..
M: OK. Can I bring a date with me
W: Certainly. But if there are going to be four of us, I had better make reservations.
M: Yes, that is a very good idea. It would be a shame if we can not find a place to sit.
W: Then I'll make reservations for 9 p.m. for a party of four.
M: I'll be there. Oh, is there a cover charge at the bar
W: Not that I know of. Why do you ask
M: I want to make sure I bring enough money for my date and I.
W: I hear the drinks and food there are moderately priced. You should be fine.
M: Oh, one last question. Is there a dress code there
W: No, its very casual there. Leave your jacket and tie at home.
M: Perfect. I wanted to have a casual evening tonight.
W: I'll see you there at 9 p. m..
M: Okay. See you then.
听第4段独白，回答第10至第12三个小题。
Changsha, Apr. 7-According to Hunan Daily, in Hunan the pet-raising lover occurs not only in ordinary households but also in universities. Girl students enjoy playing with doggies or kittens, and boy students raise turtles, crabs or fish.
A student said, " When I’m not busy studying I like to play with my doggie and talk with it. I even recite my English text to it. In this way, my boring university life seems to have become lively. "
Many students regard raising pets as a fashionable style of life because some superstars raise pets, and they also try to raise some. Most students are single children, and their parents have arranged everything for them. They feel that such life is boring, and raising pets shows that they are able to shoulder some responsibility.
Most students like raising small pets, like fish or turtles, as universities do not allow students to raise large animals in their dormitories.
Huang Xiangyang, a professor from Hunan University said on Tuesday that students are allowed to participate in the drive for animal protection in their spare time.
听第5段对话，回答第13至第15三个小题。
M: Well, the holidays will be coming soon.
W: I know! Isn’t it exciting Next week at this time, we will be traveling to the airport!
M: No, we won’t! We will already be sitting in the plane, ready for take-off!
W: Yes, just think! In a few days’ time we will be lying in the sun under one of those big umbrellas in Hainan.
M: Remember last time you were there You got sun burnt because you stayed outside for too long.
W: How could I forget it So this time I’m going to take with me enough sun lotion and a big hat. In fact, I have prepared everything I can think of to protect myself from being hurt by the sun. But it doesn’t mean I will get a little browner all over.
M: Do you think we will like the food in the hotel Last time we stayed in a small hotel. The food was not as good as we expected.
W: Never mind. It is said that there is always a lot of fresh seafood and fruit to be sold on the street. Besides, it’s cheaper than the price here. When we come back in a fortnight, we’ll buy enough presents this time not only for our children, but also for our friends and neighbors.
M: I’m afraid it will cost us a lot of money again. But it’s worth it, though.
W: Of course. I can’t wait for the time to come! Bill Look! What’s this letter It’s from the travel company! It’s a warning that we haven’t paid for the holiday yet! Did you forget to post that check
M: Oh, my god! It must still be in my suit pocket!...All right, don’t stare at me like that. I know it’s my fault. Where’s my pen I’ll mail it right away.
[第一节到此结束]
第二节：听取信息
听下面一段对话，请根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入答题卡标号为16—20的空格中。听录音前，你将有10秒钟的阅题时间。录音读两遍，你将有80秒钟的作答时间。
M: This is my first trip to Sydney. I don't really know much about the place. Do you know anything about hotels there I guess I really should have made a reservation.
W: Oh, you won' t have any problem. There are plenty of hotels there.
M: Can you recommend one
W: Well. It depends on how much you want to spend. There are some pretty expensive ones, but you can find cheaper ones, too. How much were you thinking of spending
M: Oh, about sixty or seventy dollars, something like that, I guess.
W: There's plenty in that price range. Do you want to be in the center of town
M: Yes, I think so.
W: Well. There is quite a good one called Sydney Hotel that I sometimes stay at. You could try that. Or another one I like is the Grand Hotel.
M: Oh, thanks. I' II try them. And what about changing money Do you think I should change my money at the airport
W: Yes, actually you get a pretty good rate at the airport.
M: Yeah And what about getting into the city Is there a limousine service
W: No. Or at least there wasn’t last time I was there. You'll have to take a taxi, but it' s quite cheap. It'll only cost you about six or seven dollars.
[第二节到此结束]
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92009年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试(广东卷)
英语模拟卷三
I 听力 (共两节，满分35分)
第一节 听力理解(5段共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第1至第3三个小题。
1. Why does the man think he's putting on weight
A. Because he doesn't exercise.
B. Because he has got married.
C. Because he eats too much good food cooked by his wife.
2. What prevented the man from joining a health club
A. His tiredness. B. His work. C. The cost of the club and his limited leisure.
3. How does the woman look now
听第2段对话，回答第4—6题。
4. Why does the woman come to the company
A. She needs opportunities to travel.
B. She wants to tell them she likes the job.
C. Her brother wants to know the information about the job.
5. What should a marketing assistant do at the very beginning
A. Attend meetings instead of the boss.
B. Do market research and write reports.
C. Travel to different cities to collect information.
6. What do we know about the woman
A. She will be employed by the company.
B. She and her brother are expecting an answer from the company.
C. She knows a marketing assistant is wanted after the visit.
听第3段对话，回答第7—9题。
7. What holiday are the speakers talking about
A. The summer holiday.
B. The winter holiday.
C. The spring holiday
8. What do we know about the woman speaker
A. She has been to most interesting places in Europe.
B. Her job includes the use of foreign languages.
C. She has a well—paid job in Britain.
9. What's the man' s difficulty staying abroad
A. He is not used to the climate.
B. He is not familiar with the situations.
C. He. can't speak foreign languages.
听第4段对话，回答第10—12题。
10. What's the possible relationship between the man and the woman
A. Teacher and student. B. Classmates. C. Fellows.
11. What's the topic of the woman's term paper
A. The Spread of English Idioms.
B. The Idea of Progress in the Sci-Tec English in the 20th Century.
C. Brief History of American Indians.
12. How does the man find the term paper he has chosen
A. Though interesting, he has read few hooks about it.
B. Interesting and he has read a lot on it.
C. He's neither read about it nor interested in it but have to write.
听第5段对话，回答第3—15题。
13. What does the man think of the restaurant
A. Everything is wonderful.
B. Decorations are great but the food not so good.
C. Nothing is bad but music.
14. Why does the owner of the restaurant seldom change the food or decor
A. Because the customers are fond of them.
B. Because the owner has no money to change.
C. Because the owner spends too much time in Italy.
15. What do the two speakers order
A. Seafood and white wine.
B. Chicken and red wine.
C. Fish dish and beer.
第二节 听取信息(共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分)
听下面一段独白，请根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入答题卡标号为16—20的空格中。听录音前，你将有10秒钟的阅题时间。录音读两遍，你将有60秒钟的作答时间。
Time What we did/what happened
7:30 16.___________ at the school gate
17. ______________ got to a street park
8:50 18. began to ____________
19. ______________________ rain stop
10:20 20. _____________________
II 英语知识运用（共两节，满分35分）
第一节 完形填空（共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分）
阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从21~30各题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
As you move through life, you meet problems of all shapes and sizes. Some are hardly __21__ mentioning; while others are life-threatening or earth-shattering. Yet, they all have one thing in __22__. Each problem is merely the __23__ that hides a gift which has been custom designed to your specifications.
If you choose to __24__ yourself in your life with the wrapping paper, the bow, and the box, that's perfectly all right. You can cuss them and discuss them. You can admire all the subtleties(精妙) of their __25__. But, if you are worried by the problem--that is, the wrappings--you will never be able to receive the __26__that was prepared __27__ for you.
No matter what the problem is, the gift it __28__ has a peculiar quality. It cannot be delivered __29__ into your consciousness or your awareness. You must actively choose to __30__ it and to accept it as your own. Only you can remove the wrapping, and only you can remove the gift from the box.
21. A. busy B. worth C. valuable D. worthy
22. A. common B. general C. ordinary D. brief
23. A. box B. tiger C. wrapping D. opportunity
24. A. teach B. enjoy C. entertain D. hurt
25. A. appearance B. wrapping C. problem D. design
26. A. gift B. box C. bow D. paper
27. A. especially B. perfectly C. politely D. previously
28. A. gets B. carries C. takes D. includes
29. A. happily B. easily C. freely D. directly
30. A. understand B. realize C. acknowledge D. approach
第二节 语法填空(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，按照句子结构的语法性和上下文连贯要求。在空格处填入一个适当的或是用括号中词语的正确形式填空。并将答案填写在答题卡标号微31~40的相应位置上。
Two summers ago I went to Changdao, a small island near Yantai. During the night, I heard strange baby-like 31 (cry). Islanders told me 32 was stray (迷路的；离群的) cats that were calling in the wild. Well, it was strange to me to see so many stray cats on such a small island. So I asked the locals 33 more details. Then they told me 34 surprising and sad story. The island is isolated in the sea and originally had no cats. Ten yers ago, when the island was developed 35 a national park, tourists began to swarm in. These visitors from all parts of the country brought in money, but the rubbish they left 36 (draw) more and more rats onto the island. Islanders therefore introduced the cats in order to get rid of the rats. ___37 when the number of rats decreased, the number of cats increased, and the cats began to prey on birds, chickens, and fish. For more than a month after that, my mind was haunted (回响) by the plaintive crying. So now, 38 I travel, I always hear in mind what I should bring in, 39 I don’t want to bring anything that is strange, 40 (need) or even dangerous to my destination.
III. 阅读(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 阅读理解(共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)
阅读下列短文，从媒体所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
In Stockholm, the Swedish Academy has chosen the British author Doris Lessing for the 2007 Nobel Prize in Literature.
The selection of Doris Lessing for a Nobel was popular among the hundreds of journalists gathered for the announcement in Stockholm.
Permanent Secretary of the Swedish Academy Horace Engdahl said with skepticism, fire and visionary power Lessing has subjected a divided civilization to scrutiny.
Doris Lessing was born in 1919 in Persia - modern-day Iran - to British parents, moving as a child with her family to southern Rhodesia, now Zimbabwe, where she stayed in school only to the age of 14.
A year after moving to London, she published her first novel in 1950. The Grass is Singing examines unbridgeable racial conflict in colonial Africa through the eyes of a white farmer's wife and her black servant.
A member of the British Communist Party during the 1950s and a campaigner against nuclear arms and South African apartheid, Lessing was for years banned from that country and from Rhodesia.
Her literary breakthrough came in 1962 with publication of The Golden Notebook, seen by many, though not necessarily Lessing, as a pioneering work of modern feminism. A disjointed study of the mind of the main character, Anna Wulf, the novel explores her thoughts about Africa, politics and communism, relationships with men and sex, and Jungian analysis and dream interpretation.
Lessing's themes shifted to psychology in her works from the 1960s, and by the 1970s she was fascinated with the Islamic mystic tradition of Sufism. Her turn toward science fiction with the Canopus series in the early 1980s was not warmly received by traditionalist critics, but she has continued to win new readers and numerous literary awards, including the David Cohen British Literary Prize and the Companion of Honour from the Royal Society of Literature, both in 2001.
Following the announcement, the Horace Engdahl told VOA why he was personally so pleased with Lessing's selection.
"She is one of the truly great writers - of novels, short stories, fiction and non-fiction," Engdahl said. "She is one of the few writers who have had the courage to uphold the principle of equality between the male and female experience, and she has given the impulse to numbers of other women writers. And she is really the mother of a school that is one of the most important in our contemporary literature."
At 87, Doris lessing is the oldest Nobel Literature laureate since the first prizes were awarded in 1901. Each Nobel Prize is this year accompanied by a check for approximately $1.4 million.
41. How old was Doris Lessing when she published her first novel
A. 14 B. 26 C. 31 D. 50
42. Which of the following about The Grass is Singing is true
A. It is mainly about racial conflict between the whites and the blacks in the US.
B. The main characters are a white farmer’s wife and her black servant.
C. It was published in Africa.
D. It was Doris Lessing’s most famous novel.
43. We can infer from the passage that __________.
A. Journalists are very interested in the election of Doris Lessing’s for Nobel Prize.
B. Doris Lessing regard The Golden Notes as a pioneering work of feminism.
C. Doris Lessing has written about many different subjects.
D. Many writers have the courage to stick to the equality between the male and female experience.
44. The underlined word school in the last paragraph but one means________.
A. institution for educating children
B. college or university
C. department of a university
D. group of writers, thinkers
45. Which of the following can be the best title of this passage
A. Doris Lessing wins Nobel Prize for literature
B. The greatest British female writer
C. The oldest Nobel Prize winner
D. 2007 Nobel Prize announced in Stockholm
B
Charles Dickens (1812-1870), the great nineteenth century English novelist, was born near Portsmouth. His father ran heavily into debt and when he was twelve, he had to go and work in a factory for making boot polish. The only formal education he received was a two-year schooling at a school for poor children. In fact, he had to teach himself all he knew. He worked for a time as junior clerk in a lawyer’s office. After that, he worked as a reporter in the law courts, and later in parliament, for London newspapers. His career as a writer of fiction began in 1833 with short stories and essays in periodicals, and in 1837 his comic novel The Pickwick Papers made him the most popular author at his time in England.
He was a great observer of people and their places because he was attracted by life and conditions in mid-nineteenth century London. He wrote 19 novels all his life and in many of them, Dickens gave a realistic picture of all classes of England society, showing deep sympathy for the poor and unfortunate, exposing the injustice and inhumanity of the bourgeoisie.
Many of his novels like Oliver Twist, David Copperfield, Nicholas Nickleby, Great Expectations, A Tale of Two Cities and so on drew attention to the unsatisfactory social conditions that existed in England over a hundred years ago.
Dickens criticized capitalist society from the point of view of bourgeois humanism. He wished to see improvement in the living conditions of the poor, but failed to find any effective means to achieve that end.
46. Dickens only received a little formal education because______.
A. he wanted to teach himself
B. he wanted to work and made a lot of money
C. he was too poor to afford any more formal education
D. he wanted some working experiences to be a novelist
47. According to Dickens, the society at his time in England was________.
A. just B. poor C. comfortable D. unsatisfying
48. Which of the following novel made Dickens the most popular writer at his time in England
A. Oliver Twist B. The Pickwick Papers C. A Tale of Two Cities D. Great Expectations
49. According to the passage, which of the following about Dickens is true
A. He didn’t go to school at all.
B. He only wrote about poor people and showed deep sympathy for them.
C. He began to write fictions when he was 21years old.
D. He found some effective ways to improve the living conditions of the poor.
50. It can be inferred from the passage that________.
A. Dickens had a miserable childhood
B. Dickens tried many different jobs before he became a professional writer
C. Dickens wrote many novels but only some of them are popular
D. Dickens criticized capitalist society and helped to improve the living conditions of the poor
C
Men have always believed that they are smarter than women. Now, a study has found that while this is certainly true, men also have to deal with the fact that they are also more stupid than the fairer sex.
In the study, scientists measured the IQ of 2500 brothers and sisters and they found an uneven number of men not only in the top two percent, but also in the bottom two percent.
The study's participants were tested on science, maths, English and mechanical abilities.
Though there were twice as many men as women in the smartest group, there were also twice as many men among the dolts.
The aggregate scores of men and women were similar.
One of the study's authors, psychology professor Timothy Bates, said that the phenomenon may be because men have always been expected to be high achievers and women have been restricted to spend more time taking care of their home.
"The female developmental program may be tilted more towards ensuring survival and the safety of the middle ground.," the Daily Mail quoted Professor Bates, of Edinburgh University, as saying.
The research tallies with past results that men were more likely than women to receive first class University degrees or thirds and women secured the seconds.
It has been said that men are more ready to take risk when it comes to academics. Women have always found to be steadier in their learning.
A past study has shown that women are securing more firsts and seconds, while men are continuing to receive more thirds.
The argument for the change is that the increase of coursework at the cost of exams favors women's steady approach.
51. The purpose of the passage is to tell us that ________.
A. man are smarter then women
B. man are more stupid the women
C. a new fact about the IQ of men and women has been found
D. men are more likely to receive first class university degrees
52. According to Timothy Bates, less women are in the smartest group because _________.
A. they are born stupid
B. they have to spend more time to tale care of their home than men
C. they don’t like to take risk
D. they are not expected to be high achievers
53. The underlined word tallies with in the eighth paragraph means________.
A. agree with B. deal with C. go against D. go with
54. It can be inferred from the passage that______.
A. Women are steadier in their learning.
B. men are more ready to take risk in everything
C. women are securing more firsts and seconds
D. women are doing much better in academy
55. Which of the following questions has NOT been discussed in the passage
A. Why are men smarter than women
B. Why are men more stupid than women
C. How does the result go along with the past research
D. How can we help the men in the bottom
第二节：信息匹配（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
请阅读下列应用文及相关信息，并按照要求匹配信息。请在答题卡上将对应题号的相应选项字母涂黑。
以下是个人求职广告信息：
A. A. My name is Cheney. I have a genuine interest in providing technical interpretation services (English and Chinese) on a part time-basis. Currently I am working at one of fortune 500 companies in Shanghai on a full-time basis. However I would be really interested if there are opportunities for me to work on the weekends or part-time positions available.
B. Hello everyone, currently I am looking for part time job in Shanghai especially in Changning District, I am Indonesian, fluent in English and I can speak Chinese, learn Chinese for 2 years, and learn English for my whole life.
C. Hello. I'm Marcos from Washington, D.C and am currently in Shanghai for work. I am offering tutoring services in order to help you improve your oral English. I have over 2 years of experience teaching at the university level and am also TEFL certified. I have bachelor degrees in Economics, Finance, and German. I currently am working on my master's degree in field of Management Information Systems. I enjoy teaching especially to those who want to learn. I'm patient, friendly, and a very humorous guy! I love sports, movies, politics, business and most topics of choice.
D. Well, I am Canadian who is currently studying in Shanghai, and I would like to find part time jobs during my spare time. I am fluent in Mandarin and English, and had experience in teaching primary pupils before.
E. Experienced teacher / lecturer teaching French (as native speaker) and business English in a prestigious university in Shanghai looking to tutor students or doing translation jobs. I am fluent in French, English and Mandarin, conversant in German and Cantonese. Available to teach on the evenings or week ends.
F. Your Nice Personal Tour Guide & Shopping Assistant & Interpreter with 3 years' experience. I can formulate a gorgeous tour plan for you according to your interests and arrange everything well. Besides, I can help you bargaining and getting the lowest prices
以下是一些读者的信息，请匹配与它们所对应的广告。
56. I will study Economics in the USA next year. I need a tutor who is patient and easy-going to help me improve my oral English before I go.
57. My son is now in Grade 6. He is weak in English, so I want a native speaker to help him. Experience needed.
58. We’re from UK and stay in Shanghai for four days. We need an excellent local guide to arrange our tour as we like.
59. We have many students from foreign countries, especially France in our college. We need an experienced teacher, who can understand them well, to give them business English lectures in the evening.
60. We need a professional interpreter who knows about advanced technology in IT. Salary is high. Ether part time or full time is OK.
IV 写作(共2题，满分40分)
第一节 基础写作(共1题，满分15分)
你的笔友William回复你的电子邮件告诉你英国高中生课余时间可以打工，其内容要点如下：
英国高中生 1. 可以打工，每天不超过三小时，晚上不得迟于七点；2. 一星期18小时以内。
William的看法 1. 可获得生活中一些技能，如填表、应对面试和与人相处；2. 增强自信和独立性，学会如何理财；3. 有利学习和工作责任心。
[写作内容]
假设你是李华，请根据以上信息，以William的口吻将这些信息转写成一封信，内容包括：
1. 英国15岁以上的高中生课余可以打工；
2. 高中生课余打工的时限规定；
3. 你(William)的看法。
[写作要求]
只能使用5个句子表达全部的内容。开头和结尾已写出，不讲入总句数。
[评分标准]
句子结构的准确性，信息内容的完整性、连贯。
Dear Li Hua,
Very glad to have received your email. Now I’ll tell you what I am doing during my unlimited time these days.
…
Best wishes to you and looking forwards to your early reply.
Yours,
William Dickens
第二节：读写任务（共1小题，满分25分）
阅读下面的短文，然后按照要求写一篇150词左右的英语短文。
For many years, scientists have warned that smoking tobacco is bad for health. Yet people around the world continue to smoke. The World Health Organization estimates that more than four million people die each year from the effects of smoking. That number is increasing.
Scientists have identified more than forty chemicals in tobacco smoke that cause cancer in humans and animals. Nicotine (尼古丁) is the major poison in cigarettes that gives pleasure to smokers. The American Cancer Society says nicotine can kill a person when taken in large amounts. It does this by stopping the muscles used for breathing. Also, studies have found that nicotine can be as harmful as alcohol or the illegal drugs. So experts say it is better never to start smoking and become dependent on nicotine than it is to smoke with the idea of stopping later.
Smoking tobacco is the leading cause of lung disease. Smoking also has been linked to heart disease, stroke and many kinds of cancer. American government health experts say smoking affects not only the smoker. Tobacco smoke also affects the health of people who do not smoke. Smokers may harm the health of family members and people at work. Tobacco smoke causes an estimated 3,000 non-smoking Americans to die of lung cancer each year.
Therefore, it can be seen that smoking begins to cause damage immediately. All cigarettes can damage the body. And there is no safe way to smoke.
[写作内容]
假设你是Adam，你叔叔是一个烟瘾很大的人。在看了有关吸烟危害的文章后，想给叔叔写一封信劝其戒烟。以下是信的内容(信的开头和结尾已经为你写好)：
1．以约30个词概括香烟对身体健康的伤害；
2．以约120个词表达你对叔叔的劝告，并包括如下要点：
(1) 对叔叔提出戒烟的具体建议；
(2) 指出叔叔戒烟对家人的益处；
(3) 期望叔叔能够成功地戒烟。
[写作要求]
1．作文可以参照阅读材料的内容但不得直接引用原文中的句子；
2．信中不能出现真实姓名和学校名称。
[评分标准]
概括准确，语言规范，内容合适，篇章连贯。
参考答案
I 听力
第一节 听力理解
1—5ACBCB 6—10BABCB 11—15CBAAA
第二节：听取信息
16. gathered 17. 7:50 18. rain 19. 9:05 20. finished the work
II 语言知识及应用
第一节 完形填空
本文告诫我们一生中会遇到各种各样的困难，不论什么困难，只要我们乐观地面对它，承认它，接受它，我们也会从中受益。
21. B 由后文表示对比的分句中的life-threatening (威胁生命的)可知，有的问题是不“值得”提起的。
22. A 由下文可知，所有的问题都“有一个共同的之处(have…in common)”。
23. C由后面的定语从句可知，藏着礼物的应当是外面的“包装”。
24. C与But后的句子相对的应是“以……自娱(entertain oneself…with)”。
25. D结合第一段最后一句中的designed可知，此处指“设计”的精妙。
26. A由修饰它的定语从句可知，为你准备的应是“礼物”。
27. A表示“特意，专门”为你准备的礼物。
28. B 指问题本身“携带”或“带来”的礼物都有一个独特的品质。
29. D 由后句“你必须主动地……”可知，它不会“直接地”让你知晓。
30. C 由接受(accept)它可知前面应当是“承认”它。
第二节：语法填空
这是一篇关于“生态旅游与环保”为话题的小短文。两年前的暑假，“我”去烟台附近的一个小岛——长岛的所见所闻，心有感悟，并告诉自己：在旅游中培养环保意识！
31. crying 因hear sth. doing意为“听到……在做……”。
32. it 因it was… that 是强调句型。句意为“岛民们告诉我，那是野猫在旷野里呼唤”。
33. for 因ask sb.for sth. 表示“向某人询问某事”。
34. a 因story是单数可数名词，表示“一个”用不定冠词。
35. into 表示“成为”用into；develop into意为“发展成”。
36. drew 由but前一分句的谓语动词brought的时态可知，draw(吸引)也用一般过去式(drew)；句中的they left 作后置定语修饰the rubbish。
37. But 前后是转折关系。句意为“可是在老鼠的数量下降的同时，猫的数量大大增加，而这些猫儿开始捕食鸟、鸡和鱼。”
38. whenever 由空前的So now和空后的always可知，此处用whenever引导时间状语从句。
39. because 引导原因状语从句。句意为“所以现在，每当我旅游到某个地方，我会一直记住自己应该带来什么东西，因为我不想把任何陌生的、不需要的甚至危险的东西带到我的目的地。”
40. unneeded 根据空前的strange 和空后的or even dangerous可知，此空应填形容词；由句意可知填表示“不需要的”unneeded。
III 阅读
第一节：阅读理解
(A)本文主要讲述了英国的Doris Lessing获得了2007诺贝尔文学奖。
41. C 细节理解题。根据第四段第1句和第五段第1句可知。
42. B 细节理解题。第五段第2句可知。
43. C 推理判断题。从文章第七、八段内容可知。
44. D 词义猜测题。根据倒数第二段，可以推测出school的意思。
45. A 主旨大意题。这是新闻报道，从第一段的第一句可知。
(B)本文介绍了狄更斯的生平和主要著作。
46. C 推理判断题。由文章第一段的第二句得知。
47. D 推理判断题。由文章倒数第二段的最后一句(the unsatisfactory social conditions that existed in England over a hundred years ago)得知。
48. B事实细节题。由第一段的最后一句可知。
49. C事实细节题。由第一段的第一句和最后一句可知。
50. A推理判断题。由文章第一段可知。
(C)男女在智力方面的差别。
51. C 主旨大意题。由文章第一段得知。
52. B 细节理解题。由文章第六段（women have been restricted to spend more time taking care of their home）得知。
53. A 词意猜测题。由文章第一段和第八段得知。
54. D 推理判断题。由倒数第二段得知。
55. D主旨大意题。
第二节：信息匹配
广告——读者来信
56. C 关键词：Economics, patient and easy-going, oral English。
57. D 关键词：native speaker, Experience needed。
58. F 关键词：local guide, arrange our tour as we like。
59. E 关键词：France, experienced, business English, evening。
60. A 关键词：technology, professional interpreter。
IV. 写作
第一节 基础写作[one possible version]
Dear Li Hua,
Very glad to have received your email. Now I’ll tell you what I am doing during my unlimited time these days. In the UK, any secondary student over 15 years old can get a job legally in his unlimited time. Students, who can work as long as they work no more than three hours a day and 18 hours a week during the school year, can’t work past 7:00 pm during school year.
I guess, first of all, jobs can teach teenagers work skills they will need their whole lives, such as how to fill out an application, how to interview well and how to get along with co-workers and superiors. What’s more, jobs can help us teens not only feel more confident and independent but also develop a sense of responsibility for our courses and work. The most important of all, Jobs help us teens learn to manage our money in our life.
Best wishes to you and looking forwards to your early reply.
Yours,
William Dickens
第二节 读写任务[one possible version]
Dear Dad,
I always find you are a heavy smoker. But you may have heard about the harmful effects of cigarettes. Some prison, such as nicotine and tar, is the cause of lung cancer. Besides, cigarettes can make smokers dependent on them, which does great harm to people’s health. Therefore, it is best for you to stop smoking right now. To stop smoking, you should carefully plan your actions for at least one week. Try to stay away from people and situations that might trouble you. Do not go to public places where people are smoking. In the first week or two without cigarettes, you probably will feel terrible. Do not lose hope. If you stay away from tobacco, those feelings will go away in a few weeks. Also, our family will not worry about some health problems caused by cigarettes.
Dad, I know giving up smoking may be a little hard. But you will win the struggle against smoking some day, I believe.
Sincerely,
Mary
听力录音材料
第一节：听力理解
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第1至第3三个小题。
M: Hi! It's good to see you again.
W: Yes, it's been a while. Hey, you've gotten bigger since last time I saw you.
M: Yeah, ever since I got married I've been putting on weight. My wife's a good cook.
W: Don't blame your wife's good cooking. You need to start exercising.
M: I know I should. But after I come home from work I'm too tired to exercise. And I don't have any place to do exercise anyway.
W: Have you thought about joining a health club
M: I have. But they are expensive. Also, I have friends who go there and it seems like all they ever do is work out. I just don't have the time.
W: I'm a member at Spa Fitness and you'd be surprised at how inexpensive a year membership is. Most of the members work out for about an hour just three times a week.
M: Sounds reasonable. I mean you look skinny enough.
W: Well, to tell the truth, I haven't always been this thin. When I was Just 30, I started putting on the pounds. I couldn't fit into my favorite jeans any more. I was feeling fat. I didn't have any energy.
M: That's how I feel. I mean, exercise sounds like something that is going to make me feel more tired.
W: That's the misconception that most people have with exercise. The funny thing is, once you start on a regular exercise program, you start feeling better immediately.
听第2段对话，回答第4至第6三个小题。
M: Hello, good morning, Xinke Company. Can I help you
W: Hello, my brother’s interested in the job you’ve advertised for a marketing assistant.
M: Certainly, miss. Can I take your name
W: My name’s Millie. My brother is Miller.
M: Well, Miss Millie. Could I know the reason why your brother doesn’t come here himself
W: Oh, he’s ill, but he is very interested in the job, he’s afraid to lose the chance.
M: I’m sorry to hear that, and I hope he’ll be better soon. Now, what would you like to know
W: First of all, about the duties.
M: Well, your brother has to carry out market research. He’ll mainly be responsible for collecting the information and writing reports.
W: Oh, sounds interesting. Will there be opportunities to travel
M: Not at first, but after he has been with the company for about six months he’ll be expected to attend meetings in the branches in different cities.
W: OK, that’s fine, thank you I’ve already sent my brother’s application form in , so we are looking forward to hearing from you.
M: Thank you for your interest, Miss Millie, and if you have any more questions please call me any time.
W: We will do so. Thank you very much. Bye.
M: Bye, Miss Millie.
听第3段对话，回答第7至第9三个小题。
W: Why don’t we go abroad for a change Where I’d like to go is France, Spain or Italy.
M: Mm. I’m not all that interested really. I’d rather stay at home.
W: Oh, come on, Simon. Think of the sun!
M: Yes, but think of the cost! Going abroad is very expensive. The best thing about having a holiday here in Britain is that it's cheaper. And another thing, the traveling would be easier. No boats, planes or anything.
W: Even so, we’ve been to most of the interesting places in Britain already. There’s no point in wasting our summer holiday here.
M: Mm, I suppose you’re right. However, what I hate is the trouble in changing money abroad.
W: Oh, don’t be silly, Simon.
M: And what’s more, I can’t speak any of the languages—you know that. It’s all right for you. You can speak foreign languages.
W: Exactly. You see, what I’d really like to do is to practise my French and Spanish. It would help me a lot at work.
M; Mm, but that’s no use to me.
W: But just think of the new places we’d see, the people we’d meet!
M: But, look, if we stayed here, we wouldn't have to plan very much.
W: I' m sorry, Simon. I just don’t want another cold English summer.
听第4段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。
M: Good morning. Say, do you know what the assignment is for our term paper in English
W: Sure. Weren't you in class on Monday That's when it was given out.
M: Could I copy the assignment from your notes
W: You could, if I had copied it all down; but I just wrote down the part that I wanted.
M: Oh, no!
W: You see, there were four choices of topics for a term paper; but when I saw them, I knew which one I wanted, so I didn't copy the others down. Mine was "Brief History of American Indians.”
M: Can you remember any of the others
W: Let's see. There was one about The Spread of English Idioms, something about it, but I don't re member what, and there was one called "the Idea of Progress in the Science—Technology English in the 20th Century.”
M: And what was the last one
W: I can't remember. Maybe you can ask someone else.
M: Yes, I will. Anyway, those are certainly boring topics.
W: Yes. Which one would you take
M: I don't know what the last one is, but of these three, I think I'd take "the Idea of Progress in the Sci ence—Technology English in the 20th Century. "
W: That is very abstract.
M: Yes, but it's one of my interests and I've read a lot on the subject. I've never written a term paper on it though.
W: Me neither. I haven't even read about it.
听第5段对话，回答第13至第15三个小题。
W: My, what a charming restaurant! It has such an old—country air.
M: Yes, it's one of the best Italian restaurants in town. The decorative furnishing is pleasant, the music good, and the food delicious.
W: Is that the owner's wife over there She's dressed in the very latest European fashion.
M: She is the owner. She and her family go to Italy every year to keep in touch with the trends in fashion and food, and in decor too, but she doesn't actually change the food or decor here very much. Con stant changes would be upsetting to the customers. Besides, the customers expect certain characteris tics in an Italian restaurant, and she can't change those, or the restaurant would lose some of its ap peal to the customers.
W; Like the black and white tablecloths, you mean
M: Exactly. And the music. But, however conservative she is in the restaurant, she always wears the lat est style in clothing. The latest dignified style, of course.
W: Yes. Well, what should we order
M: I'd suggest an appetizer, and then I'm having either seafood or chicken, since I had red meat last night.
W: I think I'd like to try this fish dish.
M: Good. Shall we order wine
W: Yes, let's have a white wine.
[第一节到此结束]
第二节：听取信息
听下面一段独白，请根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入答题卡标号为16—20的空格中。听录音前，你将有10秒钟的阅题时间。录音读两遍，你将有60秒钟的作答时间。
In answer to the city government’s call to make our town cleaner and more beautiful, our lass, forty of us in all, did some volunteer work yesterday. It was a fine Sunday morning. We gathered at the school gate at 7:30. Then we went to a street park on foot. It took us just twenty minutes to get there. We then divided ourselves into four ten-person groups. Each group had its own work to do. Group one was to pick up the rubbish, group two to pull up weeds, group three to clean the park benches and group four to sweep the floor. We worked for about one hour when it suddenly began to rain hard. Since none of us had brought umbrellas or raincoats with us, we had to stop working and wait for the rain to stop. Fortunately, the rain lasted only fifteen minutes. We finished our work at about 10:20. We felt very happy about what we had done.
[第二节到此结束]
广东高考英语科考前猜题卷(四)
听力材料
第一节：听力理解
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第1至第3三个小题。
W: Hello
M: Hi, Anne.
W: Kevin! What a surprise! It’s great to hear from you. How are you
M: Fine, just fine. How about you What’s new
W: Oh, nothing much.
M: How’s your husband
W: He’s very well. He’s won a golf competition, so he’s thrilled about that.
M: A golf competition That’s great. When was that
W: Er… last Saturday.
M: Well, tell him ‘Congratulations’. And how about the kids How are Becky and Kate
W: Becky’s had an argument with her boyfriend, so she’s a bit upset at the moment.
M: Oh, dear. Is it serious
W: Well, I don’t know. It only happened this morning.
M: This morning Oh. Poor Becky.
W: But Kate has some good news. She’s passed her driving test.
M: Wonderful.
W: And what about you, Kevin How are you
M: I’m fine. I have some news too, actually. You’re going to be very surprised.
W: Go on.
M: I’m going to get married.
W: No! when
M: Next week.
W: Oh, Kevin! I don’t know what to say!
听第2段对话，回答第4至第6三个小题。
W: You look very happy, Robert. You must be pleased about something.
M: I am. You know how I’ve always wanted to go to the States: Well, I’ve got a job there for the summer.
W: Oh, well done. I’ve been trying to get a job for the summer holiday too. Last year I worked in my dad’s office but I didn’t enjoy it very much. I’d prefer an outdoor job.
M: Well, listen to what I did. I answered an advertisement to work in a children’s summer camp in America, had an interview in London and I’ve got the job. They’re sending me to a camp in the north-west. I just can’t wait.
W: It sounds great. But what are you going to be doing
M: The job title is sports leader. I’ll be taking the children swimming and arranging team games for them — football and things like that, I expect.
W: I thought you hated football — I’ve never seen you play.
M: Well, no, I don’t really like it but I can easily get in some practice before I go.
W: What else do you think they’ll ask you to do
M: Oh, outdoor activities like rock-climbing and sailing on the lake.
W: It doesn’t sound like your kind of job at all, Robert. I just can’t imagine you taking a group of children rock climbing. You can’t even swim either!
M: Well, I’m going to learn. I’ve got three months.
听第3段独白，回答第7至第9三个小题。
M/WLong, long ago, the Jade Emperor decided to call for a contest: a race! All the animals of the kingdom were invited to join this event that was to take place during the emperor's birthday. There would only be 12 winners. In order to win and gain a place in the Chinese Years, the animals must cross a swift river and reach the spot on the other side of the river.
The cat and the rat were bad swimmers, but they were both intelligent. They decided that the best and fastest way to cross the river is to sit on the back of the ox. The ox, being a kind and good-natured animal, agreed to carry them across. Half way across the river, the clever rat decided that in order to win, it must do something. So it quickly pushed the cat into the river. Because of this, the cat lost its chance and was never included in the Chinese Years. After the ox had crossed the river, the rat jumped ahead and reached the shore first, and it cleverly claimed first place in the race!
Following closely behind was the strong ox, and it was named the 2nd animal. After the ox came the tiger, breathlessly explaining to the emperor just how difficult it was to cross the river with the heavy currents pushing it downstream all the time. But with powerful strength, it made to shore and was named the 3rd animal in the cycle.
听第4段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。
M: Yes, I see. So I can get a book ... anything if I ask and wait for long enough
W: Yes, yes. Aha, any book is open to you.
M: Oh, good. Um, and if I come to the reference section, can I sit down and work there Is there, er, you know, er, I can’t see over that side. Whether there’s enough space
W: Yes, plenty of.
M: Mmmm, and is it noisy
W: No, we try to keep them quiet.
M: I remember that, mm, libraries are quite noisy places, in fact.
W: They can be, if people walk about. Um, but if people do hold a conversation, we ask them to stop.
M: I see people reading newspapers and making noises there.
W: No. There is a separate um, magazine section where people who just want to read newspapers or periodicals can go, and there is a definitely quiet reference section where you can work....[Uh-huh] with a trained person on duty to help.
M: And I suppose I can’t take books from the reference section home Those are strictly kept in the library. Um, well, I’m particularly interested in Russian books because I’m, er, studying Russian. What sort of things can I find here
W: Er, we have a section — you want books in Russian, or books on Russia
M: Mm, novels and er, history and so on.
W: Yes, I will show where they are and you can borrow some.
听第5段对话，回答第13至第15三个小题。
W: So, I heard the city has a new law on driving with a cell phone in your hand. You have to use a hands-free set. Have you heard anything about it
M: I’ve actually heard on the news here that they were talking about putting that law into effect but they never did. And I don’t think it would really work. Are they gonna stop everyone with a cell phone in their hand
W: Well, don’t you think it’s a little bit dangerous for people to be driving with handsets in their hands and not fully paying attention
M: I think it’s very dangerous. Uh, but there’re new devices now that come out with, you know, headsets and everything…
W: But not everyone gets those and not everyone uses them. It’s really for your own safety. It’s sort of similar to the motor-cycle helmet law. I mean, it’s for your own protection.
M: Yeah, I think it’d be a good idea to get the kids that just turned sixteen and are driving around and have cell phones, ‘cause they don’t really know how to drive, first of all, I don’t think, at that age. And to actually have a cell phone while driving, I think that’s really… could cause an accident real easy.
[第一节到此结束]
第二节：听取信息
听下面一段独白，请根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入答题卡标号为16—20的空格中。听录音前，你将有10秒钟的阅题时间。录音读两遍，你将有60秒钟的作答时间。
M/W：
Just as McDonald's announced it was taking the super-sized burgers out of its menu, a new study released by a group of scientists says being overweight may replace smoking as the number one cause of preventable death in the country.
According to the study, bad eating habits and lack of exercise caused 17 percent of the deaths in the country in 2000 -- about 400,000 people. Tobacco use killed 435,000 people. The study also shows that about 15 percent of the population under the age of 18 are overweight. In addition to lack of exercise and overeating, some health scientists blame fast-food television ads and fewer gym classes in schools.
Doctors measure overweight people by using Body Mass Index, a mathematical formula in which an individual's body weight is divided by the square of his or her height. It is found out that people with a BMI of 25 percent to 29.9 percent are overweight; those with a BMI of 30 percent or more are considered too fat.
"It's not going to be people having heart attacks and strokes in their 70s and 80s; we're going to bring that down in the overweight population to maybe the 50s and the 60s, or even maybe the 40s," said Dr. Francine Kaufman, a member of the group. In adults the numbers of overweight people are higher. According to the study, about 64 percent of people in the country -- an estimated 129.6 million people -- are overweight or too fat. "We need to understand that being overweight and fat may mean actually killing us," said the report.
[第二节到此结束]
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8 / 162009年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试(广东卷)
英语模拟卷十
本试卷共8页，四大题，满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：1．答卷前，考生务必用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名和考生号、试室号、座位号填写在答题卡上。用2B铅笔将试卷类型(A)填涂在答题卡相应位置上。将条形码横贴在答题卡右上角“条形码粘贴处”。
2．选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案，答案不能答在试卷上。
3．非选择题必须用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
4．考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，将试卷和答题卡一并交回。
I．听力（共两节，满分35分）
第一节：听力理解 (共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第1—3题。
1. Which season can you imagine it is now according to the conversation
A B
2. How does the man like the weather in winter
A. Beautiful. B. Depressed. C. Enjoyable.
3. What's the weather like in Florida at the moment the conversation takes place
A. sunny and comfortable.
B. Boring and hot.
C. Warm but storms.
听第2段对话，回答第4—6题。
4. What’s the probable relationship between the two speakers
A. Husband and wife B. Boss and secretary C. Teacher and student
5. Why is the man going to hold a party
A. Because he has successfully become a college teacher.
B. Because he has bought a house of his own.
C. Because he has made quite a few friends.
6. What’s the women’s tone
A. Arguing. B. Suggesting. C. Complaining.
听第3段对话，第回答7—9题。
7. What was the main topic of the conversation
A. The relationship between shopping and time spent shopping.
B. How much time was required for shopping.
C. Shopping in a department store took too much time.
8. What fact did the man and woman learn about shopping
A. People always enjoyed shopping.
B. People spent little time shopping.
C. People were more likely to buy something if time was limited.
9. What did the man say about people who shop quickly
A. They knew what they want to buy.
B. They talked themselves out of it.
C. They shopped in the cheapest shop.
听第4段对话，回答第9—12题。
10. What does the woman take as a gift to her brother
A. The book on hiking gear.
B. The book on first aid.
C. The book on birds.
11. What does the man mean
A. He hasn't got the book on first aid right now.
B. The book on birds has been sold out.
C. He can send the woman the book on birds for nothing.
12. How much does the woman have to pay for the book on plants
A. $ 5. 63. without tax. B. $ 6. 53 plus tax. C. $ 5. 63 with tax.
听第5段独白，回答第13—15题。
13. What can we conclude from the talk
A. The weather conditions vary greatly in the USA.
B. People in the USA are having pleasant weather.
C. The Americans are suffering from bad weather.
14. What is the weather like in the Southern states
A. Sunny. B. Snowy. C. Rainy.
15. In which state are temperatures rather hot according to the talk
A. Florida. B. Arizona. C. Texas.
第二节：听取信息(共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分)
请听下面1段独白。根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入答卷标号为16—20的空格中。你将有2分钟的作答时间。本段独白读两遍。
Details about the College Library
Number of seats for readers (16) ______
Number of books (17)_____ Over 100,000
Number of periodicals and (18)_______ displayed About 1,200
(19) ______books Open time on weekends Upstairs From (20)___________
第二部分：语言知识及应用（共两节，满分35分）
第一节 完形填空 （共10小题，每小题2分，满分20分）
阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从21—30各题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
The Connecticut State Senate ___21___a welcome national example this week when it passed a ___22__that would move 16- and 17-year-old offenders out of the __23__courts and back into the juvenile justice system where they ___24___. This act would rescue thousands of young people from being ___25___in an adult system that too often turns them into criminals rather than ___26___them.
This welcome bill is also backed by scientific research showing that children who are processed through adult courts and who are ___27___ into adult jails perform worse in life and commit much more ___28___ crime — than children handled in juvenile courts. The new bill, which___29___juveniles to be closely supervised and provided with mental health and educational__30___, will give troubled young people a real chance to become productive, law-abiding adults.
21. A. make B. keep C. set D. give
22. A. bill B. law C. regulation D. rule
23. A. juvenile B. formal C. criminal D. adult
24. A. belong B. adopt C. develop D. devise
25. A. lost B. trapped C. tied D. stuck
26. A. correct B. punish C. teach D. reform
27. A. locked B. driven C. placed D. invited
28. A. minor B. violent C. baffling D. intellectual
29. A. calls for B. calls in C. calls up D. calls on
30. A. opportunities B. services C. practices D. offers
第二节：语法填空（共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，根据上下文填入适当的词语，或使用括号中的词语的适当形式填空，并将答案填写在答题卡上标号为31-40的相应位置。
Those who have lived in New York City for more than 15 minutes will remember that Times Square was not always kid-friendly and __31___there was a time when __32__ (enter) Central Park at night probably meant you were an evildoer. Saturday night, in the company of a few New Yorkers, I __33__ (sleep) in Central Park.
As a born and __34___(raise) New Yorker and a true indoor girl, I had some trouble imagining sleeping in the park __35___ fun. But the idea of bringing the outdoors to us city dwellers__36___ appeal to me. The main activity, aside from sleeping under the stars, was a night hike. Our only goal was to locate ___37__hybrid wild-domestic duck __38___ makes its home in __39___of the park’s northern ponds. ___40____(sad), we did not glimpse this unique city resident. But in its pursuit, I did learn a few things.
第三部分 阅读（共两节，满分40分）
第一节：阅读理解（共15小题，每小题2分，满分30分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑.
A
PITTSBURGH, Sept. 7 — At 26, many people haven’t even decided on a career. Luke Ravenstahl, cashing in on his family’s political tradition, is already the mayor of Pittsburgh, the youngest mayor of any major city in the country. Although mayors elsewhere have been younger, Jeff Dunkel was 18 in 2001 when he was elected mayor of Mount Carbon, small towns in New York, and elsewhere have also elected teenagers as mayors. But, Tallahassee, is the only other city with a population over 100,000 that has had a mayor as young as Mr. Ravenstahl. A supporter of Mr. Ravenstahl said concerns about Mr. Ravenstahl’s age would dissipate once the city saw his work ethic.
But now comes the hard part. As he strives to be taken seriously and take charge of a city only recently back from the brink of bankruptcy, the baby-faced mayor said that even the smallest decisions felt weighty, even what to wear in the Steelers game matters.
And another pressing issue is to strengthen the city’s economy. Pittsburgh has lost all its mills, nearly half its population and much of its downtown commercial district in the last several decades. “But Pittsburgh has 50,000 college students, and our challenge is to figure out how to retain them and to increase downtown development.” He said.
But one of the biggest uncertainties is how long he will remain in office. According to the city charter, Mayor Ravenstahl’s term will not expire until November 2009. Some city lawyers, however, have argued that he must face the electorate next year. And residents in Pittsburgh are still withholding judgment on him. Deli, Jimmy Cvetic, a sandwich shop owner, said “I call him Cool Hand Luke. He’ll be all right, but he’s going to need a cool hand to get through this.”
Mayor Ravenstahl said he was still coming to terms with the challenge he faced.
41. About Luke Ravenstahl, which of the following statements is correct
He is the youngest mayor in the U.S.A.
His family background has contributed to his successful political career.
His young age has won support from media and young voters.
He will be mayor of Pittsburgh at least until 2009.
42. The underlined word “dissipate” in the first paragraph probably means________.
A. disappear B. appear C. spread D. reduce
43. What can you infer from the article about Pittsburgh
A. It is a small town in New York famous for steel mills.
B. It has always enjoyed prosperous economic success.
C. Many young college students there are the new hope of the district.
D. It is a major city in the U.S.A with a population slightly smaller than 100,000.
44. Where can you find this article
A. A magazine
B. A brochure about politicians
C. A newspaper
D. An advertisement about some mayor candidates
45. What kind of Challenges will not Luke Ravenstahl cope with
A. Distrust from his citizens B. pressure from other outstanding young majors
C. economical standstill of his city D. decreasing population in his city
B
The world’s astronomers came to their senses yesterday and approved a new definition of the word “planet” that would drop tiny Pluto from the club and relegate it instead to a lesser realm of “dwarf planets.” It was a welcome step away from a proposal that would have kept Pluto as a planet but meantime opened the door for dozens of small, icy bodies on the fringes of the solar system.
The important vote came after fierce debate at a meeting of the International Astronomical Union, which had been considering a proposal to define a planet as any object that orbits a star and is large enough for its own gravity to pull it into a spherical (球形的) shape. That definition was scientifically precise but led to results that offended common sense. An asteroid, a small moon, and another icy ball like Pluto would suddenly have risen to planet-hood, swelling the number of planets to 12, with many more icy rocks likely to qualify as more was learned about them.
Fortunately, the astronomers have now added another requirement to the definition. Planets must not only be large enough to be round, they must also have cleared out the neighborhood around their orbits. Pluto would not qualify — it orbits in a belt of icy debris on the edge of the solar system. Neither would an icy rock nicknamed Xena, which orbits in that same zone, nor Ceres, a big asteroid that marches in the company of other asteroids. Pluto’s moon, Charon, which had qualified under the first proposal, is also out of the running.
Pluto, with its small size and oddball orbit, should never have been deemed a planet in the first place. Henceforth there will be eight planets, at least three dwarf planets, and tens of thousands of “smaller solar system bodies,” like comets and asteroids. Our only regret is that the astronomers chose the name “dwarf planets” for Pluto’s new category instead of abandoning the word entirely when discussing these less-than-planetary bodies.
46. We can know from the passage that the new definition of planet __________.
A. has been welcomed by all walks of life
B. will kick the Pluto out of the planet group in the solar system
C. still makes the Pluto as a planet
D. will enlarge the number of planets in our solar system into permanently 12
47. After the new definition of “planet” was put forward, all of the following are regarded as planet except________.
A. Venus B. Ceres C. Mars D. Jupiter
48. The writer’s attitudes towards the new definition of “planet” is________.
A. welcome B. indifferent C. hostile D. neutral
49 If the original definition of “planet” had not been changed, there would be the following consequences except that ________.
A. thousands of icy rocks in space will be classified as planets
B. some asteroids big enough to pull itself into a spherical shape will be regarded as planets.
C. the Pluto will be relegated to “dwarf planet”
D. there will be at least twelve or even more planets in the solar system.
50. We can infer from the article that the decision to apply new definition to “planet”________.
A. has won universal support from scientists.
B. has been severely criticized by many astronomers
C. has not been made inconsiderately.
D. has been banned by the International Astronomical Union
C
Greece ( http: / / topics. / top / news / international / countriesandterritories / greece / index.html inline=nyt-geo" \o "More news and information about Greece. ) declared a national state of emergency on Saturday as scores of forest fires that have killed at least 46 people continued to burn out of control, leaving some villages trapped within walls of flames, cut off from firefighters.
Although most of the fires have been on the Peloponnesian Peninsula, some broke out on the outskirts of Athens on Saturday, forcing the evacuation of homes and closing a major road linking the capital to the main airport for several hours. The national fire brigade said that by evening it had brought those blazes under control, including one that came within about six miles of the city.
The country has been vulnerable to fire this summer because of drought and three consecutive heat waves that sent temperatures soaring over 100 degrees. More than 3,000 forest fires have destroyed thousands of acres of wooded areas since June; the earlier fires killed nine people. The latest spate of fires on the peninsula started Friday. Strong, hot winds have spread the flames.
Firefighters expect the death toll to rise, because they have not yet been able to search some areas that had been overrun by flames.
Hardest hit by the fires were a dozen small villages t around the town of Zaharo in the western peninsula, where at least 12 people, including some who may have been trying to flee by car, were killed. Scores of other residents, including elderly and disabled people, remained trapped in their homes, phoning in to local television and radio stations, crying for help.
Late Saturday, Mr. Karamanlis, Prime Minister of Greece appeared on national television and declared that he was mobilizing all of the country’s resources to control the fire. Mr. Karamanlis also suggested that the recent fires might have been purposely set. “So many fires sparked simultaneously in so many regions is no coincidence,” he said, “We will get to the bottom of this and punish those responsible.”
The overstretched national fire services are being helped by an estimated 6,000 soldiers mobilized for the operation. A fleet of water-dumping aircraft was expected from France, Germany and Norway, after Greece appealed to the European Union ( http: / / topics. / top / reference / timestopics / organizations / e / european_union / index.html inline=nyt-org" \o "More articles about the European Union. ) for “urgent assistance.”
51.The writer mainly wants to tell us that ______ in the passage.
A. firefighters battles fearlessly in Greece to control the fire
B. constant fires in Greece have caused great life and wealth lose
C. Greece is facing great danger as forest fires continue to break out
D. Greek government is investigating the cause of recent forest fires
52. We can know from the passage that ______.
A. Athens, capital of Greece was not threatened in the fire
B. Greek government did not take effective measures to control the fire
C. many people had to leave their homes to avoid fire
D. all people endangered by the fire have already got immediate and proper help
53. According to the passage, which of the following might not contribute to the recent forest fires in Greek
A. Storm thunders in summer
B. Lack of rainfall
C. Extremely hot weather this summer
D. Hot and strong wind
54. We can learn from the passage that ______.
A. now the fire crisis in Greece has come to an end
B. assistance from EU members is expected to come to help Greece
C. firefighters in Greece so far can still manage the situation
D. the number of people who die in the fire is expected not to rise any more
55. Mr. Karamanlis believes the forest fires in Greece _______.
A. is a happening by chance B. is a natural disaster
C. might be caused by human on purpose D. is a punishment of nature
第二节 信息匹配（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
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Ⅳ．写作（共两节）
第一节：基础写作（共1小题；满分15分）
请根据以下信息，写一长期篇短文，描述我国国家大剧院。
位置 北京人民大会堂西侧
外形 外形像一个蛋
主体建筑 一个歌剧院、一个音乐厅、两个戏剧场等组成，并有能容纳1000辆机动车和1500辆自行车的地下停车场,外部有围护的人工湖, 湖面面积达35500平方米。
重点建筑 漆成金色的歌剧院，主要演出歌剧、芭蕾，有观众席2416席。
注意：只能使用5个句子介绍所给的全部内容。
第二节 读写任务(共l小题，满分25分)
阅读下面的短文，然后按照要求写一篇150词左右的英语短文。
Barbara R. Morgan is now an astronaut by profession, heading into space this week for the first time on the space shuttle. But she said she was a teacher at her core.
She said patience and perseverance were virtues that defined good schoolteachers. Living her principles, she is about to fulfill a two-decade-old dream by becoming the first “educator astronaut” when she and six fellow astronauts blast off in the space shuttle Endeavour on Wednesday on a mission to the International Space Station.
The flight will also fulfill a dream deferred from January 1986, when the shuttle Challenger blew up during takeoff, killing a crew that included the first designated teacher in space, Christa McAuliffe, Ms. Morgan’s friend, a high school teacher from Concord, N.H.. Not losing faith in the program, Ms. Morgan, as the backup teacher for that mission, kept the dream alive even when returning to the classroom. In 1998 Ms. Morgan got the call from NASA and returned to NASA that year to become the first educator astronaut.
The 22 years since NASA first selected Ms. Morgan to fly does not seem as long to her as many people think. “It really hasn’t been waiting; it’s been working,” she said. “Working as a teacher, and working to be an astronaut.”
The teacher-astronaut said she was looking forward to returning to the classroom after her flight to share her experiences. But she also would love to fly again. “I’ll be available,” she said.
[写作内容]
1. 以约30个词概括本文的主要内容。
2. 以约120个词完成下列的写作任务，包括如下要点：
(1)你读完本篇报道后的感受。
(2)以你自己的经历说明你在成长过程中你性格里的哪些因素帮助你取得了成绩或克服了困难。
答案与解析
I. 听力
第一节：听力理解
1—5 CBAAB 6—10CACAB 11-15 BCACB
第二节：听取信息
16. About 400 17. well-stocked 18. current issues 19. Reference 20. 8:30 am to 9:30 pm
完型填空
本文主要讲美国Connecticut State 通过了一条法案，设立少年法庭审判少年犯，这将大大减少少年犯在成人法庭受审的负面影响。
21.C 因与后文的example构成set an example(树立榜样)这一固定搭配。
22.A 由下段开头的This welcome bill 可知，此处填bill，pass a bill表示“通过了一个法案”。
23. D 与后文的the juvenile justice system相对的当然是“成为法庭”；再往后的an adult system, juvenile courts(少年法庭)和adult courts均有明显的提示作用。
24.A 青少年“属于”这样一个法律系统，而不是采用（adopt），开发(develop)或者设计(devise)这个系统。
25.B 青少年“陷入”成人审判系统中, stick into sth是坚持观点或者黏附某物的意思。
26. D 由rather than(而不)可知，其后是与turns them into criminals相对的reform them(改造他们)。
27. D 表示“被送进监狱”，常用be placed /thrown into prison。
28. B 被判投入监狱的青少年应当是犯“非法暴力”罪行，而不是minor crime(轻微的罪行)，baffling crime(让警方难以破的案件)，intellectual crime(智力犯罪)。
29. A 从语句意和结构上，看应是“要求(call for=demand, need)某人做某事”，其它选项在句意上和结构搭配上都不通：call in请某人来，call up打电话，call on拜访。
30. B 由语境可知，是给他们提供精神健康和教育方面的“服务”。
语法填空
本文用比较散文化的语言记述了作者夜探纽约中央公园寻访一支杂交的鸭子而未能如愿的逸事。
31. that 有两个并列的宾语从句时，后一个宾语从句的连接词that不可以省略。
32. entering 作主语，表示一般情况，要用动名词。
33. slept 句中无谓语，这是谓语动词；指过去发生的事，用一般过去式。
34. raised 因New Yorker与raise(养育)是被动关系，用过去分词作定语。另外，从 and前面是过去分词born可知，与之并列的也应是过去分词。a born and raised New Yorker意为“土生土长的纽约人”。
35. for 表示目的，用介词for。
36. did 句子结构完整，但这是记叙过去发生的事，谓语动词appeal却是动词原形，由此判断前面一定是情态动词或助动词，根据语境，用表示强调的did(的确)较好。
37. a 因duck是单数可数名词，前面没有限定词时，一般要加上不定冠词，表示“一个”。
38. that/which 引导定语从句并在从句中作主语，先行词不是人，用that或which。
39. one 这只鸭子住在公园北边的某一个湖里，one of意为“……之一”。
40. sadly 在句首作状语，修饰整个句子，用副词。
窗体顶端
阅读理解
(A)本文是一篇新闻报道，讲美国一名市长因为就任年轻所面临的一系列振兴经济以及赢得选民信任的挑战。
41. B 细节理解题。由第一段cashing in on his family’s political tradition可知，选项B正确；由第一段第二、三行可知，他只是major city最年轻的州长，而Small towns还有更年轻的州长，排除选项A；由第一段末句可知他并未已经获得媒体和青年选民的支持，排除选项C；由倒数第二段可知，他不一定任期到209年，他还必须面临次年的选举，排除选项D。
42. A 词义猜测题。由语境可推知句意为“一旦选民看到他的职业道德，对他年龄的顾虑自然就消失了”，故dissipate表示“消失”之意。
43. C 细节推断题。A项文中并未提到；B项与第二段第二行的事实正好相反；C项在第三段第三行有交待；由第一段第四句可知，10万人口是指Tallahassee，而不是Pittsburgh，再说文中是over，与选项中的smaller也不符，选项D错。
44. C 推理判断题。文段首PITTSBURGH, Sept. 7是新闻最明显的标志。
45. B 细节理解题。由第一段末句和第二段前两句可知，选项A正确；由第二段the brink of bankruptcy 和第三段第一句可知，C项正确；由第三段第二句可知选项D正确。
(B)本篇是科技说明文，讲述了如何制定行星的标准以及不同标准下行星的数量引起的变化。
46.Ｂ 细节理解题。本文主要探讨天文学家如何定义planet，新的规定已将太阳系的行星Pluto去掉，从九颗降为八颗，而避免了升为12颗。由首段that would drop tiny Pluto from the club and relegate it instead to a lesser realm of “dwarf planets.”可得出正确答案。
47.Ｂ 细节理解题。由第三段倒数第二句可知，Ceres只是asteroid，而不是planet，其他几个都在存留的八颗行星当中。
48.Ａ 推理判断题。最后一段“Pluto, with its small size and oddball orbit, should never have been deemed a planet in the first place”, 表明作者对这一决定是拥护的。
49.Ｃ 细节理解题。如果”planet” 的定义不改变，Pluto不会降级，将仍为planet，可见选项C错。由首段 “opened the door for dozens of small, icy bodies on the fringes of the solar system.”可知，也提到其他太空体也将成为planet，可见在这种假设下A、B和D项都成立。
50.Ｃ 推理判断题。由第二段首句The important vote came after fierce debate at a meeting可知。
(C)本篇是社会文化范畴的文章，讲述了希腊2007年夏季末的森林大火，涉及起火的原因，大火造成的损失，救援情况等等。
51. C 主旨大意题。首段“Greece ( http: / / topics. / top / news / international / countriesandterritories / greece / index.html inline=nyt-geo" \o "More news and information about Greece. ) declared a national state of emergency on Saturday as scores of forest fires…..”是全文中心句，全文信息皆围绕这一事件展开，包括救援，伤亡等。
52. C 细节理解题。由第二段 “forcing the evacuation of homes”可知，很多家庭被迫迁移，选项C正确。第二段提到希腊首都雅典受到威胁，所以首都与重要机场之间的道路封闭了几小时，排除选项A；由倒数第二段第一句首相的话“he was mobilizing all of the country’s resources to control the fire”可知，政府已经采取了措施，排除选项B；由第五段可知，而还有人电话求救，可知并不是所有人都得到及时救援，排除D。
53. A 细节理解题。第三段提及了造成火灾的各种因素，没有提到雷暴的影响。
54. B 细节理解题。希腊全国处于紧急状态，而且需要更多外援，所以A错，national fire services已经处于overstretched的状态(最后一段)，所以不能说他们can still manage the situation，C错；“Firefighters expect the death toll to rise, …...”（第四段）可知死亡人数还将增加，D错。
55. C 细节理解题。由Mr. Karamanlis所说的那一段话的可知，他相信这是人为操纵的并且要追究责任，并不认为是巧合或是自然灾害。
信息匹配
56. E 因Blackstone Smith在寻找工作，肯定要点击提供工作信息的链接，Career Info一栏可以找到信息。
57. F 因F是一个图片广告，要读懂广告上的信息，Spruce Peak 肯定是一个山峰名字，Package Invitation 是指有旅行社代办的假日旅游，本题考查了一个跨文化交际的问题。
58. D 因Michelin Maynard需要一个电脑安全系统，D是介绍一个新的杀毒软件。
59. A 因选项A是一个邀请读者订阅《纽约时报》电子版内容的广告，要求订阅者提供E-mail来注册。
60. C 因Alissa J. Rubin是一个研究亚洲问题的专家，对目前的朝韩会晤South-North Korea Summit的报道肯定会给予关注。
基础写作(参考范文one possible version)
The egg-shaped National Grand Theatre is at the west of the Great Hall of People. The main building consists of an opera house, a concert hall and two theatres. And there is also an underground garage which can hold 1000 automobiles and 1500 bicycles. Outside there is a man-made lake that covers an area of 35,500 surrounding the National Grand Theatre. The most important part of the theatre— the golden opera house where opera and ballet will be put on can seat 2416 people.
读写任务(参考范文one possible version)
With strong patience and perseverance, Barbara R. Morgan has fulfilled her dream as the first teacher to be an astronaut after waiting more than 20 years after the shuttle Challenger blew up.
Miss Morgan’s story has greatly inspired me. No other story than hers can show the real meaning of the proverb “Where there is a will, there is a way.” Miss Morgan never gives up her dream of being an astronaut, towards which she has made persistent efforts. And her efforts finally paid off.
As an eighteen-year-old boy, I do not have any notable achievement to show off. But optimistic attitude toward life does help me a lot to overcome difficulties. Two years ago, I was transferred from a high school in Chengdu to Guangzhou. The very beginning of my life was a real mess. I had no friends; I lagged behind other classmates in my academic study though I used to be a top student. But I firmly believed this was just a temporary state and things would become better. So I actively participated in class activities, winning many close friends; and three months later, I was a cheerful middle-night oil burner. I am now again regarded as a top student now.
When hardships come, I face them optimistically and overcome them bravely. To an optimistic person, difficulties are just an entrance to a bright future—I never doubt that.
听力录音材料
I. 听力
第一节：听力理解
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第1至第3三个小题。
M: The newspaper says the temperature will be in the mid—eighties in Miami today and no rain is expec ted. The forecast says it won't go below seventy—five for the next week or so.
W: Are you thinking about a vacation in Florida, honey
M: I sure am.
W: But I enjoy the cold weather. It's refreshing after that hot, muggy summer we had.
M: It was a terribly hot summer, indeed. Do you remember the day our sir conditioner broke down The temperature stayed above one hundred for four straight days. There wasn't a breeze anywhere. But that's not what it's like in Miami. There are soft breezes every day.
W: What's wrong with a few low temperatures It makes living here in New York interesting.
M: I know what you're going to say about the snow. "It's a winter wonderland." But it's freezing.
W: It's beautiful.
M: The temperature will go below freezing again tonight. The sidewalks are covered with ice. We have to shovel the snow off the steps very day. That's not enjoyable. I'm tired of being cold. I wish spring were here.
W: Well, I agree that winter does seem too long.
M: This constant cloudiness really gets me down. Last night on the news, the weatherman said it would be cloudy for the rest of the week. It looks like another storm is coming.
W: Yes, the winds are already beginning to pick up.
M: The sky would be clear from sunrise to sunset in Florida. The winds would be warm and comfortable. No heavy winter clothes. No slipping on the ice.
W: Okay, you've talked me into it. Let's get ready and go south.
听第2段对话，回答第4至第6三个小题。
W: We spent 120 pounds last week. 120 pounds, that’s too much.
M: Er….that reminds me, did I tell you about the party
W: Party What party
M: Well, you see, there is a tradition at the college. When a teacher there buys a house he has to, er….he has to….
W: Has to give a party Is that what you are going to say
M: Yes, I’m afraid so. So we need some beer and wine and cheese for tomorrow evening.
W: what Tomorrow evening Why didn’t you tell me this before
M: well, I suppose I forgot. I’m terribly sorry, I really am.
W: oh, well, I suppose if we have to give a party, we have to. Anyway, we have some beer already.
M: oh, how much
W: At least a dozen bottles. Perhaps more than that.
M: How many Only a dozen bottles That is not enough.
W: What do you mean How many people have you invited Only 3 or 4 I hope.
M: Er….more than that, actually. Now don’t worry about the money.
W: What do you mean by “don’t worry about the money” Someone has to. You never worry about it! Now how many teachers have you invited
M: Well, naturally I had to invite all the teachers, not just some of them, I had to.
W: All the teachers But how many teachers are there in the college
M: Not very many, really….only 35.
W: What 35 teachers Are you mad It isn’t just beer and cheese and wine we need! We need much more than that! Much more!
M: I don’t understand. What do you mean
W: We need a bigger house!
听第3段对话，回答第7至第9三个小题。
W: I just read an interesting article. Did you know that people who spend less than ten minutes in a department store are more likely to buy something than those who spend half an hour there
M: I saw that article too. But I think, if someone runs into a store for 10 minutes, it's usually to get something that was already in mind.
W: And someone who spends more time there may be just looking.
M: Exactly. Haven't you ever gone into a store, thinking that you'd buy some and then talked yourself out of it
W: Yes, I have. Especially when I thought I could get it for less somewhere else, or I really didn't need it at all.
M: Exactly, but if you run into buying something that you want to buy and have very little time, you pick it up, pay for it immediately and then leave.
W: That's true. May be we should learn a lesson from that. Take your time and you will spend less money.
M: Yes, I think so, too.
听第4段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。
M: May I help you
W: Yes. I'd like to buy a book for my brother. He's just started hiking a lot in the mountains recently.
M: Then do you want to get him this book on hiking gear
W: No, I think he has it.
M: What about this first aid book
W: Oh, that's too dreadful. After all, it's going to be a present. Besides, he knows quite a bit about first aid anyway. What I want is something educational about the things he sees on his hikes. For example, the rocks, or the birds.
M: I see. Well, this little handbook has pictures of all the birds.
W: Oh, that's too simple.
M: But it sells very well.
W: What kind of criterion for excellence is that
M: Then take Peterson's bird guide. He is a recognized authority, and his text has a great deal of explana tory material. The only trouble is, I'll have to order it for you, because we're out of it. Would that be all right
W: No. I don't have enough time to wait for an order to come in. Do you have a similar book on plants
M: Yes, Tory's book on plants is similar in quality to Peterson's bird book. And it's lightweight, so your brother can put it in his backpack. In addition, it tells about which plants you can eat and wheth er they grow in rich soil or not.
W: Do you have it in stock
M: Yes, here it is. It's five sixty—three plus tax.
W: All right, I'll take it.
听第5段独白，回答第13至第15三个小题。
And now for the following 72-hour weather report. The national weather map shows a high-pressure area all along the eastern coastline, which will bring them very pleasant, sunny weather from New York to Florida. But showers and thunderstorms are happening from the Ohio River all the way south to the Gulf coast, pouring down heavy amounts of rain over the Southern states.
By far the worst of the storms has happened in and around Texas. Some Texas stations have reported up to fifteen inches of rain in a 24-hour period with high winds and thunderstorms. Two typhoons were reported along the Gulf coast of Texas, but we haven't got the exact information about any damages and injuries.
Heavy amounts of snow were reported in the Rocky Mountain area with record cold temperatures in Denver and Boulder. As much as a foot of snow has fallen in some of the mountain stations.
In contrast, temperatures in Arizona and the desert Southwest went over the 100-degree mark again under bright, sunny skies.
[第一节到此结束]
第二节：听取信息
听下面一段对话，请根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入答题卡标号为16—20的空格中。听录音前，你将有10秒钟的阅题时间。录音读两遍，你将有80秒钟的作答时间。
Welcome to the College Library services. We have a well-stocked bank of resources, which are in two main locations. One is the library itself, with books and periodicals; the other is the self-access language center, with audio and video material, I’ll start with the library, as you have to pass through it in order to reach the other facilities. The library provides study places for about 400 readers. The books stocked number over 100, 000 volumes, including bound periodicals. About 1,200 periodicals and current issues are displayed.
We have two main sections for books and another for periodicals and journals. The books are in two categories: those for general loan and those for reference. General loan books are on the first floor and full time students can borrow them for three weeks. Upstairs you will see our reference section. It includes current abstracts and indexed journals, general and special bibliographies, general English and European language encyclopedias, a set of British Standards, substantial collections of British government publications and sets of maps of Scotland, all in addition to other reference materials of a general and specialized interest. As you know reference books may not be taken out under any circumstances.
The library opens from 8:30 am to 9:30 pm, from Monday to Friday and 9:30 am to 12:00 pm on weekends and holidays.
[第二节到此结束]2009年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试(广东卷)
英语模拟卷七
本试卷共8页，四大题，满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：1．答卷前，考生务必用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名和考生号、试室号、座位号填写在答题卡上。用2B铅笔将试卷类型(A)填涂在答题卡相应位置上。将条形码横贴在答题卡右上角“条形码粘贴处”。
2．选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案，答案不能答在试卷上。
3．非选择题必须用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
4．考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，将试卷和答题卡一并交回。
I. 听力 (共两节，满分35分)
第一节：听力理解(5段共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第1至第3三个小题。
1. What is the man’s first attitude towards the television
A. He’s proud of its price.
B. He’s not happy that he bought it.
C. He’s satisfied with its size.
2. What does the woman suggest the man do
A. Find out more information before buying.
B. Ask for a lower price on the television.
C. Try a different store for another television.
3. What will the man probably do as a result of the conversation
A. Watch less television.
B. Pay for the television.
C. Return the television to the store.
听第2段对话，回答第4至第6三个小题。
4. When can the man have the apartment ready
A. In a week. B. At the end of the month. C. In ten days.
5. How many rooms has the apartment got in it
A. Three rooms. B. Four rooms. C. Five rooms.
6. When should the woman pay her rent each month if she rents the apartment
A. On the first day of each month.
B. By the fifth of the month.
C. At the end of the month.
听第3段对话，回答第7至第9三个小题。
7. What happened when the man was mountain climbing
A. He got trapped in a cave.
B. He got lost in bad weather.
C. He lost his equipment and food.
8. What caused the loss of the man’s legs
A. Low temperature.
B.A bad fall in the mountain.
C. An unsuccessful operation.
9. What did he decide to do after losing his legs
A. Design new climbing shoes.
B. Set up a club for the disabled.
C. Use technology to fight his disability.
听第4段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。
10. Why did the woman choose the White Horse Hotel
A. Because it looked nice.
B. Because it was recommended in a guide book.
C. Because she had checked out the room.
11. Which is NOT true about the hotel
A. It was not expensive.
B. It was on a busy road.
C. The bathroom was smelly.
12. What can we know from the conversation
A. The woman lived in the hotel for two nights.
B. The windows of the hotel couldn’t be opened.
C. The woman was offered an extra night in the hotel free of charge.
听第5段对话，回答第13至第15三个小题。
13. Where does this conversation most likely take place
A. At a science conference.
B. In a science laboratory.
C. In a professor’s office.
14. Why has the woman come to this place
A. To work on a project.
B. To talk with Professor Johnston.
C. To prepare for her presentation.
15. What does the woman say about her recent life
A. She’s been busy with her classes.
B. She’s been working on the final paper.
C. She’s been working with George.
第二节：听取信息(共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分)
听下面一段对话，请根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入答题卡 标号为16—20的空格中。听录音前，你将有10秒钟的阅题时间。录音读两遍，你将有80秒钟的作答时间。
The size of the frame bicycle (16)_____________-inch
The price of the turning model one $185
The price of the sports model one (17)_____________.
The reference number (18)_____________.
The customer lives in New York.
Way of paying (19)_____________.
Time of receiving Within (20)____________.
II. 语言知识及应用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节：完形填空(共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分)
阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从2l-30各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
It’s an age-old saying: Men are from Mars; women are from Venus. Males and females __21_ different behaviors almost from birth. Researchers say these behaviors are due to basic differences in __22_ structure and activity. Studies show men are better at hitting targets and __23__ math problems while women are better at memorizing words and_24__faces. Why the differences
A test of the brain’s electrical activity shows that women commonly use both sides of their brain while men rely more on one. Scientists already know that the two sides of the brain control different functions---one controlling the sense of space, __25__, the other controlling language. Some researchers believe that the different ways men and women use their brains _26__from ancient times, when cave men hunted and women cared for the children. Men had to have good aim. Women had to talk to the kids.
Whatever the __27__, the battle of the sexes continues. And although their brains are constructed __28__ differently, men and women may be equally capable. They may simply __29__different abilities. Take a couple arguing over the location of their car in a parking lot. The man might use his sense of space to find it, while the woman relies on her __30__ of landmarks. Both of them find the car. But chances are, they’ll still argue about who’s the better driver and who’s better at finding the way home.
21. A .build B. form C. choose D. show
22. A. brain B. muscle C. heart D. head
23. A. testing B. finding C. making D. solving
24. A. realizing B. recognizing C. describing D. painting
25. A. at least B. as a result C. above all D. for example
26. A. grew B. developed C. invented D. produced
27. A. consideration B. decision C. imagination D. explanation
28. A. slightly B. heavily C. greatly D. quite
29. A. show off B. take on C. depend on D. keep up
30. A. drawing B. memory C. thinking D. setting
第二节：语法填空 (共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分)
阅读下面短文，按照句子结构的语法性和上下文连贯的要求，在空格处填入一个适当的词或使用括号中词语的正确形式填空，并将答案填写在答题卡标号为31-40的相应位置上。
Many patients who don’t want to tell their doctor how much they really drink are often more honest with a computer. The computer __31__ (use) for this purpose is programmed to be friendly. For example, if a patient called Ann says that __32__ her parents are dead, the computer will say: “I’m sorry to hear that, Ann.” Apart from expressing sympathy, the computer __33___ also question and remind. If a patient says he __34__ drinks alcohol, the computer can ask him, “Never Not even at parties or at Christmas ” Does this direct contact __35__the patient and the computer mean that we do not need doctors any more
It puters are useful __36__ they do not look shocked if you say you drink two bottles of whisky __37__day. And they do not stop to talk on the phone as doctors often do.
But ___38___ a doctor said, “We smile and we give a patient a handkerchief or put arm around her shoulder if she __39__ (cry). That is ___40___ people will always want us.”
III. 阅读 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节：阅读理解(共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D项中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
（A）
In 1993, New York State ordered stores to charge a deposit on beverage (=drink) containers. Within a year, consumers had returned millions of aluminum cans and glass and plastic bottles. Plenty of companies were eager to accept the aluminum and glass as raw material for new products, but because few could figure out what to do with the plastic, much of it wound end up buried in landfills(垃圾填埋场). The problem was not limited to New York. Unfortunately, there were too few uses for second-hand plastic.
Today, one out of five plastic soda bottles is recycled in the United States. The reason for the change is that now there are dozens of companies across the country buying discarded plastic soda bottles and turning them into fence post, paint brushes, etc.
As the New York experience shows, recycling involves more than simply separating valuable materials from the rest of the rubbish. A discard remains a discard unti1 somebody figures out how to give it a second life — and until economic arrangements exist to give that second life va1ue.Without adequate markets to absorb materials collected for recycling, throwaways actually depress prices for used materials.
Shrinking landfill space and rising costs for burying and burning rubbish are forcing local governments to look more closely at recycling. In many areas, the East Coast especially, recycling is already the least expensive waste-management option. For every ton of waste recycled, a city avoids paying for its disposal, which, in parts of New York, amounts to savings of more than $100 per ton. Recycling also stimulates the local economy by creating jobs and reduces the pollution control and energy costs of industries that make recycled products by giving them a more refined raw material.
41. What regulation was issued by New York State concerning beverage containers
A. A fee should be charged on used containers for recycling.
B. Throwaways should be collected by the state for recycling.
C. Consumers had to pay for beverage containers and could get their money back on returning them.
D. Beverage companies should be responsible for collecting and reusing discarded plastic soda bottles.
42. The returned plastic bottles in New York used to .
A. be turned into raw rnateria1s
B. be separated from other rubbish
C. have a second-life value
D. end up somewhere underground
43. The key problem in dealing with returned plastic beverage containers is .
A. how to reduce their recycling costs
B. to sell them at a profitable price
C. how to turn them into useful things
D. to lower the prices for used materials
44. Recycling has become the first choice for the disposal of rubbish because .
A. recycling causes litt1e pollution
B. other methods are more expensive
C. recycling has great appeal for the jobless
D. local governments find it easy to manage
45. It can be concluded from the passage that .
A. recycling is to be recommended both economically and environmentally
B. local governments in the U. S. can expect big profits from recycling
C. rubbish is a potential remedy for the shortage of raw materials
D. landfills will sti1l be widely used for waste disposal
（B）
NASA is moving ahead with plans to put a long-armed Lander on Mars’ icy North Pole to search for clues for water and possible signs of life.
The $386 million Phoenix Mars is planned to touch down in the Martian arctic in 2008. The stationary probe will use its robotic arm to dig into the icy land and pick up soil samples to analyze. In 2002, the Mars Odyssey orbiter spotted evidence of ice-rich soil near the arctic surface.
Scientists hope the Phoenix mission will find clues to the geologic history of water on the Red Planet and determine whether microbes existed in the ice.
Phoenix will be the first mission of the Mars Scout program, a renewed, low-cost effort to study the Red Planet. “The Phoenix mission explores new territory in the northern plains of Mars analogous to the permafrost regions on Earth,” Peter Smith said.
True to its name, Phoenix rose from the ashes of previous missions. The lander for Phoenix was built to fly as part of the 2001 Mars Surveyor program. But the program broke down after the well-known disappearance of the Mars Polar Lander in 1999. The Polar Lander lost contact during a landing attempt near the planet’s south pole after its rocket engine shut off prematurely, causing the spacecraft to fall about 130 feet to almost certain destruction.
The Phoenix probe had been in storage at a Lockheed Martin clean room in Denver before it was reused for its present mission. It will carry science instruments that were designed for the Mars Surveyor program including an improved panoramic camera and a trench-digging robotic arm. Phoenix will lift off from the Kennedy Space Center in August 2007 and land on the planet nine months later.
46. The passage mainly tells readers that _________.
A. clues of water will be found in Phoenix
B. Phoenix will be sent to find clues of water on Mars
C. August 2007 will see Phoenix lift off
D. the Mars Scout program will be carried out
47. The underlined word “prematurely” (paragraph 5) means _________.
A. on time B. behind the time C. out of work D. ahead of time
48. According to the passage, we know Phoenix will land on Mars _________.
A. in May 2008 B. in August 2007
C. in August 2008 D. in September 2008
49. According to the passage, the name “Phoenix” is after the meaning of _________.
A. rebirth B. death C. energy D. hope
50. After Phoenix lands on Mars, we can infer it will firstly _________.
A. find soil samples and send them to the earth
B. look for the icy land to dig for the soil samples
C. take photos and send them to the earth
D. find the remains of the Mars Polar Lander
（C）
From good reading we can derive pleasure, companionship, experience, and instruction. A good book may absorb our attention so completely that for the time being we forget our surroundings and even our identity. Reading good books is one of the greatest pleasures in life. It increases our contentment when we are cheerful, and lessens our troubles when we are sad. Whatever may be our main purpose in reading, our contact with good books should never fail to give us enjoyment and satisfaction.
With a good book in our hands we need never be lonely. Whether the characters portrayed are taken from real life or are purely imaginary, they may become our companions and friends. In the pages of books we can walk with the wise and the good of all lands and all times. The people we meet in books may delight us either because they resemble human friends whom we hold dear or because they present unfamiliar types whom we are glad to welcome as new acquaintances. Our human friends sometimes may bore us, but the friends we make in books need never weary us with their company. By turning the page we can dismiss them without any fear of hurting their feelings. When human friends desert us, good books are always ready to give us friendship, sympathy, and encouragement. One of the most valuable gifts bestowed by books is experience. Few of us can travel far from home or have a wide range of experiences, but all of us can lead varied lives through the pages of books. Whether we wish to escape from the seemingly dull realities of everyday life or whether we long to visit some far-off place, a book will help us when nothing else can. To travel by book we need no bank account to pay our way; no airship or ocean liner or stream-lined train to transport us; no passport to enter the land of our heart's desire. Through books we may get the thrill of hazardous adventure without danger. We can climb lofty mountains, brave the perils of an Antarctic winter, or cross the scorching sands of the desert, all without hardship. In books we may visit the studios of Hollywood; we may mingle with the gay throngs of the Paris boulevards; we may join the picturesque peasants in an Alpine village or the kindly natives on a South Sea island. Indeed, through books the whole world is ours for the asking. The possibilities of our literary experiences are almost unlimited. The beauties of nature, the enjoyment of music, the treasures of art, the triumphs of architecture, the marvels of engineering, are all open to the wonder and enjoyment of those who read.
51. Why is it that we sometimes forget our surroundings and even our identity while reading
A. No one has come to disturb you.
B. Everything is so quiet and calm around you.
C. The book you are reading is so interesting and attractive.
D. Your book is overdue; you are finishing it at a very fast speed.
52. How would you account for the fact that people like their acquaintances in books even more
A. They resemble human friends exactly. B. They are unfamiliar types we like.
C. They never desert us. D. They never hurt our feelings.
53. Which of the following is true
A. Your wish to visit some far-off place can be realized through the pages of the books.
B. To escape from the dull realities of everyday life you should take up reading.
C. Books can always help you to live a colourful life.
D. You may obtain valuable experience from reading good books.
54. The word “weary” means ______.
A. “to attract someone’s attention” B. “to distract someone’s attention”
C. “to make someone very tired” D. “to make someone interested”
55. “... the whole world is ours for the asking” implies that ____________.
A. in books the world is more accessible to us
B. we can ask to go anywhere in the world
C. we can make a claim to everything in this world
D. we can make a round-the-world trip free of charge
第二节：信息匹配（共5小题；每小题2分， 满分10分）
下面是一篇应用文及其应用场合的信息， 请阅读下列应用文和相关信息，并按照要求匹配信息。
首先， 请阅读下列六则卡通人物的性格介绍：
Why do you remember Hello Kitty, Snoopy and all the other cartoon characters What makes you love them Well, maybe because they're like the people around you. Think about it! You may find a friend or classmate who is like them.
A. As sweet as Hello Kitty: She likes to eat cake. She loves to make new friends. She likes to ask friends to her parties. Her smile is so lovely.
B. As clever as Snoopy: He went to school when he was nine. He learned to use a typewriter in two years! He thinks a lot. He is so clever that you like to be with him.
C. As sarcastic (讽刺的) as Garfield: He sits happily in the seat and says sharp words to you. Sometimes he is not nice. He doesn't really like you He thinks you're a fool No, in his heart, he loves you. He is a friend with hard words but a warm heart.
D. As naughty as MashiMaro: He doesn't look like a good boy. He has sleepy eyes and looks naughty. He always plays tricks. So you may get angry with him and don't like him very much. His mind is active and full of ideas. He tries to be big and catch your eyes. But, he' s still a child.
E. As confident as Prince of Tennis: He has faith in himself and always wants to win.
F. As friendly as Mickey: He is clever and kind. He has a good heart and is glad to help others. Everyone likes to turn to him for help whenever they are in trouble.
请阅读Susan, Tom, John, Bob, George的个性描述，然后匹配与他们个性相当的卡通人物。
56. Tom is a warm-hearted boy, and he cares for others very much. If you meet with any difficulty, you can tell him, and he will surely help you.
57. Susan has many friends and she likes to stay with them in many kinds of parties. On her face there is always a smile.
58. John likes thinking and can always find ways to solve any difficult problems.
59. Bob seems to be very rude and impolite and his words are unpleasant to hear, but his inner heart is full of concerns for others.
60. George believes in himself, and he always wants to win the first place in almost everything.
IV. 写作
第一节：基础写作（共1 小题，满分15分）
请为香港书展拟一份宣传简介。
【写作内容】
1. 一年一度亚洲最大的书展香港书展将于7月18日开幕；
2. 书展不仅汇集了内地、港台三地的中文书，还包括了多个国家的外文书籍；
3. 书展从1990年至今历经18届，见证了香港书业与文化、教育的发展；
4. 此前的每次书展都会吸引大量国内外的读者前来，引发购书狂潮。
【写作要求】
只能使用5个句子介绍所给的全部内容；
参考词汇：香港书展 The Hongkong Book Exhibition
第二节：读写任务（共 1 小题，满分 25分）
阅读下面的一封信，然后按照要求写一篇150词左右的英语短文。
Recently I took part in an English speech contest and successfully went into the final. That day, I thought I had done a good job. At that moment I even had a strong feeling of being the champion. But my dream was soon shattered when my final score was announced. I stood in the hall, feeling empty-minded and puzzled. My memory went back to when I was in junior middle school. I took part in a similar speech contest. I was too proud of myself. I was not well prepared, so it ended up as a total failure. But this time should be different! I had spent a lot of time tailoring each word. Why was it all in vain and I had to be a loser again Very frustrated, I swore not to take part in this kind of competition again.
I was just about to leave when a well-known TV host suddenly said to me he did appreciate my speech. On hearing this, I was filled with mixed feelings---partly surprised, partly excited, partly sad, but there was one thing I am certain about---I did feel something warm and comforting floating inside my body. I never knew a few words and a kind smile could be so inspiring that I suddenly realized that frustration, sorrow, happiness and inspiration are treasures to make life more meaningful. It is these elements that make life real.
【写作内容】
1. 以约30词概括原文的内容要点；
2. 以约120词描写一次你失败的经历，至少包含以下的内容要点：
a)叙述你曾经经历的一件失败的事；
b)因事情的结果导致的当时的心情；
c)最后自己的感悟。
【写作要求】
(1)你可以使用实例或自行组织故事，也可以参照阅读材料的内容，但不要抄袭阅读材料中的句子；
(2)标题自定。
答案与解析
I. 听力
第一节：听力理解
1—5 AACAA 6—10 BBACB 11—15ACBAA
第二节：听取信息
16. 22 17. $ 249.50 18. AD58412 19. By check 20. 3 week
II. 语言知识及运用
第一节：完形填空
本文是对男女表现出来的行为差异的解释。
21. D 男女之间的行为差异应当是“表现”出来的。
22. A 从第二段的the brain’s electrical activity和第三段的their brains are constructed differently可知。
23. D 难题应当是“解决”。
24. B 指“认出或识别”面孔。
25. D 这是举例说明破折号前面内容。
26. B 表示“从……发展而来”用develop from。
27. D 指不管对男女的行为差异的如何解释。
28. A 根据后面内容equally capable和常识可知，男女的大脑应当是大同“小”异的。
29. C 从下文所举的例来看，男女就是“依靠”各自不同的能力来辨别车的位置的。
30. B 由第一段倒数第二句可知女性善长于记忆。
第二节：语法填空
本文讲计算机在就诊中的作用，同时也谈到医生的不可替代性。
31. used 因The computer与use是被动关系，用过去分词短语作定语。
32. both 由her parents想到用表示两者的both。
33. can 主语the computer是第三人称单数，谓语动词却是原形，因此，此处可能是填情态动词；由句意可知电脑也“能”提问和提醒。另外，从下文the computer can ask him也可提到启示。
34. never 由下文电脑的问话Never 可知。
35. between 指在病人和电脑这两者之间。
36. because 因后一分句与前一分句之间是因果关系。
37. a 表示“每一”。
38. as 引导非限制性定语从句，表示“正如……的”。
39. is crying 医生应当在病人“正在哭时”，递给她手巾。
40. why 因前面已讲清了原因，要引出结果，用“That is why…(表语从句表示结果)”。
III．阅读
第一节：阅读理解
(A)本文讲美国纽约1993年颁布法令要求商场就饮料瓶对顾客收费后的执行情况。
41. C 推理判断题。由第一段第一句和第二句可推知。
42. D 细节理解题。由第一段第三句中的but分句可知。
43. C 细节理解题。由第一段最后一句和第三段第二句可知。
44. B 细节理解题。由最后一段第二句可知。
45. A 推理判断题。由最后一段的最后一句可推知。
(B)本文主要是讲美国国家航空和航天管理局计划2008年将Phoenix送到火星探索水源的线索和存在生命的可能性。
46. B 主旨大意题。由第一段可知。
47. D 猜测词义题。由该词所处语境和常识可知，是火箭引擎“提前”关闭，才会失去联系。
48. A 细节理解题。由最后一段的最后一句可推算出。
49. A 推理判断题。由第五段第一句推知。
50. B 推理判断题。由第二段第二句可知。
(C)本书主要讲读好书的益处。
51. C 细节理解题。由第一段第二句(absorb our attention completely)可知。
52. C 推理判断题。由第二段第五、六和七句可知。
53. D 细节理解题。由第二段第八句One of the most valuable gifts bestowed by books is experience.可知。
54. C 猜测词义题。由两个分句的转折关系可知never weary应与bore反义，即weary与bore同义，都是“使人疲倦/厌烦”之意。
55. A 推理判断题。由该句所处的语境可推知。
第二节：信息匹配
56~60 FABCE
IV. 写作
第一节：基础写作(one possible version)
The Hongkong Book Exhibition, which is held once a year, is the largest book exhibition in Asia and now it's around the corner on July 18th.The book exhibition is not only a collection of Chinese books from the inland cities, Hongkong and Taiwan, but also contains the foreign books from many other countries. The Hongkong Book Exhibition has been running since 1990 and now comes its 18th.It has witnessed the development of the print industry, culture and education of Hongkong. Every time this book fair was held before, large quantities of both domestic and foreign readers were attracted to come, thus causing a sharp flow of shopping books.
第二节：读写任务(one possible version)
A Real Touch of Life
The author tells us a story that he failed again in his well-prepared speech competition, which threw him into desperation. But finally he got encouragement and realized the sadness, pleasure and frustration in real life.
In fact, everyone has an uncountable number of experiences of failure. I went through a failure, from which I learned a lot. It was at the beginning of the term. The time I received the first-time test paper, I was shocked for I had never got such few points before. Surprised and confused, I felt the world like a maze without way-outs. Just then my new teacher came to me and said that she still found merits in me and wished me not to give up advancing. That did me a great favor and helped me know that a failure was nothing but a failure, and so many failures in life couldn’t beat me.
From then on, I have got a better understanding of life where we have to accept what we can’t change and always try to be active, not willing to give up any hope. Whether we win or lose, we are feeling great. This is the life we are longing for — real and beautiful.
听力录音材料
第一节：听力理解
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第1至第3三个小题。
W: Hey, you got a new television!
M: Yes, it was delivered yesterday. What do you think of it
W: It’s huge. It practically takes up the entire side of the room.
M: I know, I know. You don’t think it’s …well, reasonable, do you
W: I didn’t say that. I mean if you enjoy it, why not What happened to your old TV anyhow
M: It just stopped working last Friday. It was pretty old and didn’t work well. I thought you can afford it. Why not get a new one
W: It must have been expensive.
M: Well, not as much as you might think. I got it on sale for a 50% off.
W: Really Where
M: At a stereo city on Road 20. You know, at first, I just wanted to replace what I had----a TV about the same size and quality, but the salesman was pushing these because of the 50% off.
W: Yeah, but 50% off what
M: 2,400 dollars.
W: You spent 1,200 dollars on a TV
M: It’s got a lot of special features. Look at this remote control.
W: I’m sure. But that’s still a lot of money for a television. I don’t think you watch TV that much.
M: Well, I don’t. Do you think I ought to return it If I do it within a week of purchase, I can get my money back.
W: Yes. And you know what I think you ought to read up on TV first and choose the make and model you want before you go to the store. That way, you’ll get what you want.
听第2段对话，回答第4至第6三个小题。
W: You must be Mr. Sellers. I'm Arthur Woo. I'm here to see the apartment you advertised.
M: Oh, nice to see you. Let me get the key. The apartment is on the tenth floor. The previous tenant just moved out yesterday, so we haven't cleaned it yet. Please ignore the mess. We'll have it ready for oc cupancy within the week.
W: There's no hurry. My lease in my present place won't expire until the end of the month.
M: The elevator is self-service and it operates twenty—four hours a day. There's also a stairway at the other end of the lobby. Here we are. Apartment 1005. (They enter.) This is the living room, dining room combination. Here's the kitchen. It's small, but fully equipped. The refrigerator is new, and the stove and the microwave oven are less than a year old.
W: It's nice. So this is the bathroom. And that must be the bedroom.
M:Yes. And there's a walk—in closet.
W: Is there air conditioning
M: Yes, there's central air conditioning and heating. The thermos is in the living room.
W: When is the rent due And how much security deposit do you require
M: The rent is due no later than the fifth of the month, but we prefer to have it on the first. We ask that you leave a month's rent as a deposit. It will be returned to you at the end of your lease.
W: Good. I like the apartment, Mr. Sellers. You can show me the lease.
听第3段对话，回答第7至第9三个小题。
W: Hi, Hugh! Can you tell me how it happened
M: Sure, I was mountain climbing in New Hampshire in 1982. Suddenly, the weather became really bad. There was lots of snow and we couldn’t see anything. We got lost. Well, we spent 4 days on the mountain. The temperature was 20 degree below zero. We didn’t have any equipment or food.
W: So what happened! I guess someone found you, right
M: Yes, but we were very sick. I couldn’t move my legs because of the cold. I spent 2 months in the hospital. The doctors removed my legs.
W: Right. So you lost your legs. But you wanted to try your best to stay active.
M: That’s right. In fact, I decided to make some new legs for myself. I realized that no one has to be physically disabled. We can use modern technology to help us.
W: And you built these great new legs. Can you go mountain climbing again
M: Yes, I can. In fact, these are better than climbing shoes. The spring design means that they are much more powerful.
听第4段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。
M: What’s the worst place you’ve ever stayed in
W: The worst place I’ve ever stayed in That’s easy. It was called the White Horse Hotel, a couple of years ago. It had been recommended in a guide book so we thought it would be all right and so we just took the room without checking it out. Anyway, the hotel looked really quite nice, the reception and everything, it was quite expensive.
M: So what was wrong with it then
W: Well, to begin with, when we went to bed, the bed was awful, we just rolled into the middle, and it was extremely soft. And the other thing was the bathroom. The smell was awful.
M: Yuk! Couldn’t you have opened the windows
W: Well, we tried but we were on quite a busy road, you see, so it was noisy too.
M: Oh, right.
W: Anyway, the following morning we couldn’t get away fast enough, even though we’d said we wanted to stay for two nights.
M: And did you complain or anything
W: I did, yes, I wrote a letter to the manager, and do you know, they offered us a free extra night!
听第5段对话，回答第13至第15三个小题。
M: Hi, Anna, I haven’t seen you around the lab lately. Are you still working here
W: Oh, hi George. I am still working for Professor Johnston, at least as much as I can. The trouble is that I’m so busy with my own classes that I don’t have enough time for her lab work.
M: Do you have much to do
W: Well, not too much at the moment. I’m trying to pull together my data from my work last summer. Professor Johnston is giving a paper about the project in two months, and she needs to include my final results. It’s not too much work, but I have got this deadline so that’s why I am here.
M: Are you going to continue working with Professor Johnston next semester
W: I hope so. I really like the work, and next semester I’ll have more time. She has said that she’d like me to continue with the project.
M: Sounds good. Hey. I’ve got to get back to my own work now, but it was good meeting you. I hope I’ll see you around more often.
W: OK. I hope I’ll see you too. Bye for now.
[第一节到此结束]
第二节：听取信息
听下面一段对话，请根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入答题卡标号为16—20的空格中。听录音前，你将有10秒钟的阅题时间。录音读两遍，你将有80秒钟的作答时间。
Clerk: 3418564. Can I help you
Steve: Yes. I’d like to order a bicycle I’ve seen in your catalogue. With a 22-inch frame.
Clerk: Bicycle Well, we have three different models. Could you quote the reference number, please
Steve: I’ll just have a look. Here it is number AD58402.
Clerk: All right. I’ll just key that in. That’s the turning model at $ 185.
Steve: No, wait a moment. I want the sports model.
Clerk: If you check, sir, you’ll see that the sports model one is $ 249.50. The reference number is AD58412.
Steve: It’s the sports model I want. Will you take the order down
Clerk: Sure. Could I have your name and address Or do you have account number
Steve: I might have, but I can’t tell you what the number is right now.
Clerk: We can look it up at this end. It doesn’t matter. Wound you give me your name and address, then
Steve: Yes, it’s Steve Brown of 31 Green Road, Euston Center in New York.
Clerk: And how would you like to pay By check or by credit card
Steve: I’ll pay by check as usual. When can I expect it
Clerk: It should reach you within three weeks. Let us know if it doesn’t. We’ll enclose the bill with the bicycle.
Steve: OK. Thank you.
[第二节到此结束]
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第 9 页 共 14 页2009年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试(广东卷)
英语模拟卷五
本试卷共8页，四大题，满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：1．答卷前，考生务必用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名和考生号、试室号、座位号填写在答题卡上。用2B铅笔将试卷类型(A)填涂在答题卡相应位置上。将条形码横贴在答题卡右上角“条形码粘贴处”。
2．选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案，答案不能答在试卷上。
3．非选择题必须用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
4．考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，将试卷和答题卡一并交回。
I. 听力 （共两节，满分35分）
第一节：听力理解(共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据 各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第1至第3三个小题。
1. Whom does the woman see when she passes the lake
A. Lots of people collecting fish there.
B. Lots of people playing cards there.
C. Lots of people fishing there．
2. What does the woman prefer to do in her free time
A. To fish with a rod sitting at the lake．
B. To read, sit before the TV and see pictures．
C. To read, collect stamps and go to movies．
3. What can you infer from the conversation
A. The woman has a lot of hobbies．
B. The woman has no hobbies at a11．
C. The man has no hobbies either．
听第2段对话，回答第4至第6三个小题。
4. Why does the woman phone the man
A. Because she loses her way．
B. Because she wants to tell him something．
C. Because she wants the man to pick her up．
5. Where is the woman when she phones the man
A. At a corner of Hamphshare Street．
B. At a restaurant on the corner．
C. At the first corner of Hamphshare Street．
6. Which floor does the man live
A. On the first floor．
B. On the third floor．
C. On the sixth floor．
听第3段对话，回答第7至第9三个小题。
7. How does the woman keep fit？
A. Taking exercise．
B. Eating vegetables．
C. Eating less．
8. What did the man often do when he was at school
A. Did nothing but study．
B. Swam from time to time．
C. Swam twice a week．
9. What can you infer the man will do this evening
A. Go to swim by himself．
B. Go upstairs with the woman．
C. Swim with the woman．
听第4段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。
10. What seems to surprise the man about the new product
A. What it is made from.
B. Its variety of colors.
C. The way it is sold.
11. Why are many things added to the dough
A. To keep it longer.
B. To give it a particular taste.
C. To make it smoother.
12. What would be a good reason for buying the product
A. Its low price.
B. Its good taste.
C. It’s good for health.
听第5段独白，回答13-15题。
13. Why did the man decide to leave the college in his second term
A. He didn’t like the big lecture classes.
B. He couldn’t afford further education.
C. He was not interested in education.
14. What does he think of his work experiences
A. They were personally rewarding.
B. They should be part of school life.
C. They gave him a chance to learn German.
15.Where is the university he decides to go to in the end
A. In South Carolina.
B. In Florida.
C. In Ohio.
第二节: 听取信息（共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分）
听下面一段独白, 请根据题目要求，从听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入答题卷
标号为16-20的空格中。录音读两遍。答题时间为2分钟。
Program Gardening with Mary
Time Saturday afternoon，starting 16 —the first day of spring．
Content Mary will show you the best way to grow 17 .She has lots of good advice 18 !
Mary Green She has written many popular books on gardening：Grow Your Own Food, Green Is My Favourite Colour and 19 .She says that you just 20 the right kinds of roses for your garden.
II. 语言知识及应用（共两节，满分35分）
第一节：完形填空（共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分）
阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从21～30各题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Have you ever simply wanted to give without expecting anything in return It’s 21 to do. Most look for a reward in some way. I know I did, most of the time, but then a TV program of “Oprah” inspired me. She gave everyone in the audience $1,000 to spend on a complete__22__, accompanied by a video camera to ___23 __ what they did with the money.
Two sisters from Georgia 24 from the crowd in my mind---they put their money together to give to “My sister’s House”, a 25 that helps battered(受虐的) women and children. Not only did they 26 their money, but they told everyone in their town about the organization. It was amazing that people were crazy to ring and 27 money, baby clothing, and more.
This story made me realize how often I expect things from others and how 28 I give things in return. I don’t have a thousand dollars to spend on a stranger, but I do have a heart that is full of love and generosity. I now hold doors open for others and 29 at people I don’t know, because a smile is contagious(有感染力的) and I try to bring as much happiness as I can into others’ lives. It’s difficult, but I feel it is really ___30 __.
21. A. hard B. easy C. simple D. hardly
22. A. countrymen B. stranger C. acquaintance D. friend
23. A. show B. record C. learn D. praise
24. A. stood up B. stood out C. stood by D. stood for
25. A. room B. house C. village D. shelter
26. A. spend B. divide C. combine D. separate
27. A. give B. bring C. donate D. take
28. A. often B. really C. simply D. rarely
29. A. sing B. cry C. smile D. laugh
30. A. rewarding B. awarding C. expecting D. giving
第二节：语法填空（共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，按照句子结构的语法性和上下文连贯的要求，在空格处填入一个适当的词或使用括号中词语的正确形式填空，并将答案填写在答题卡标号为31-40的相应位置上。
Few people would even think of beginning a new job at the age of 76, ___31___ one of America’s most famous artists did just that. Anna Mary Robertson, better known as “Grandma Moses”, turned to painting ___32___ she was too old to work on her farm.
Grandma Moses was crazy about painting soon after she picked it up and worked hard at it. She painted ___33___(care) and her works were nice. She first painted only to please ___34___, and then began to sell her works ___35___a little money. In 1993, a collector, Louis Caldor happened to see several of Grandma Moses’ works ___36___(hang) in a shop. He liked them, ___37___(buy) them at once, and set out to look for ___38___. Caldor held ___39___ show to introduce the works of Grandma Moses to other artists. Grandma Moses, ___40___ was world-famous, died on December 13, 1961, at the age of 101.
III. 阅读（共两节，满分40分）
第一节：阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Alzheimer's disease affects millions of people around the world. American researchers say the disease will affect more than one hundred million people worldwide by the year twenty fifty. That would be four times the current number. Researchers and doctors have been studying Alzheimer's patients for a century. Yet the cause and cure for the mental sickness are still unknown. However, some researchers have made important steps towards understanding it.
Several early signs of the disease involve memory and thought processes. At first, patients have trouble remembering little things. Later, they have trouble remembering more important things, such as the names of their children.
There are also some physical tests that might show who is at risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. The tests look for proteins in brain and spinal cord fluid. The proteins appear to be found only in people with the disease. The protein tests correctly identify the presence of the disease in about ninety percent of patients.
Now, a much simpler physical test to predict Alzheimer's risk has been developed. Researchers found that trouble with the sense of smell can be one of the first signs of Alzheimer's. Using this information, they developed a test in which people were asked to identify twelve familiar smells. These smells included cinnamon, black pepper, chocolate, paint thinner, and smoke.
The study continued for five years. During this period, the same people were asked to take several tests measuring their memory and thought abilities. Fifty percent of those who could not identify at least four of the smells in the first test had trouble with their memory and thinking in the next five years.
Another study has shown a possible way to reduce a person's chances of developing Alzheimer's disease in old age. Researchers in Chicago found that people who use their brains more often are less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease. Those who read a newspaper, or play chess or word games are about three times less likely to develop the condition.
Researchers say they still do not know what causes Alzheimer's disease. But they say these findings might help prevent the disease in the future.
41. What’s the main idea of the passage
A. Some early signs of the Alzheimer's disease.
B. Some physical tests about Alzheimer's disease.
C. The research about Alzheimer's disease.
D. The patients of Alzheimer's disease.
42. What’s the current number of Alzheimer’s patients
A. 100 million B. 25 million C. 400 million D. 2050 million
43. What is not the early signs of the Alzheimer's disease according to the passage
A. Poor memory B. Proteins exist in the brain.
C. Trouble with the sense of smell. D. Less use of the brain.
44. What does the underlined word “it” in paragraph 1 refer to
A. Alzheimer's disease. B. Alzheimer's patients. C. The cause and cure. D. The research.
45. According to the passage, we can learn that _______.
A. there are no proteins in the brains of the people with no Alzheimer's disease
B. the people who often use their brains will not get Alzheimer's disease
C. researchers and doctors have found ways to cure Alzheimer's disease
D. the people who have the trouble with the sense of smell will certainly suffer from Alzheimer's disease
B
Slang is a popular, less official and often very current form of language. It is an important part of a living language and is constantly changing as language changes. Slang is often playful, direct and sometimes less respectful than the more official and traditional version of language. So now I'm going to lay it on you! To “lay it on” is American slang for “to tell” or “to explain.”
Slang can take many forms. For example, slang can be local to one city or area. In Washington, D.C. there is a whole set of slang to describe politics and business in the city. For example, the term POTUS stands for President of the United States. POTUS can often be found with his wife, FLOTUS, the first lady of the United States. “Inside the Beltway” is a popular expression that describes the area of Washington, D.C. The beltway is the large highway that circles the city.
The Internet has helped create a whole new kind of computer-related slang. An “angry fruit salad” is an expression that describes a Web site with too many bright colors. “Netiquette” is slang for correct behavior when using the Internet.
Young people often develop the latest slang. For example, to say Special English “rocks” or is “phat” means Special English is really great. A “kegger” is a party where beer is served. If something is “wack” it is wild and crazy.
Different professions often have their own slang as well. For example, medical workers might refer to a complaining patient as a “gomer”. A "tough stick" is someone whose veins are difficult to find when he or she needs to have blood taken.
No matter how well you speak English, there are always new and interesting slang words to discover. There are entire dictionaries for describing slang. Many experts do not even agree on what is and what is not slang. Often slang words later become a part of officially accepted language. Official or not, slang is an energetic and exciting part of the American language that continues to change.
46. Which of the following is not true for slang compared with the official language
A. Playful B. Direct C. Less respectful D. More official
47. It can be inferred from the passage that______.
A. if you speak English very well, there is no problem for you to understand English speakers
B. slang words are created by people in their daily life
C. English speakers are clear whether it is a slang
D. slang words will never be accepted as official language
48.Which of the following is not mentioned to have helped create slang
A. The internet. B. Young people. C. President of the United States. D. Professions
49. Where do you think is the passage adapted from
A. A radio speech B. A magazine. C. A textbook. D. A newspaper.
50. Which of the following can be the best title of this passage
A. What is slang B. Slang is popular. C. Who creates slang D. Slang is a language.
C
Limit the use of private cars, improve public transport and encourage the use of bicycles to control traffic congestion(拥挤) during the 2008 Olympics, experts from foreign countries advised Beijing on Friday.
Professor Nigel Wilson, of the civil and environmental engineering department of Massachusetts Institute of Technology, said he was "supportive to the limiting of private cars during the Olympic Games", saying that in foreign countries, the method is also adopted during big events, but he was unsure about the approach.
The government planned to keep an average of more than one million cars off the roads to improve traffic flow during the Olympics, said Liu Xiaoming, deputy director of the Beijing Traffic Committee, at the China Planning Network First Urban Transportation Congress.
Sharing Wilson's view, Dr. Yoshitsugu Hayashi, dean of the Graduate School of Environmental Studies of Nagoya University, believed the reduction in car use should be achieved not by banning, but through incentives.
"Drivers who don't use their private cars could be given points," he said, "and the points could be exchanged for goods from online shopping."
Wetzel stressed limiting the use of company cars. "Governmental officials should also be encouraged to use public transportation or ride bicycles," he said, adding that he himself is a bicycle-rider in London.
Matthew Martimo, director of Traffic Engineering with Citilabs, said the bicycle was China's advantage. "Limiting private cars is an idea worth trying but it is just a temporary solution," he said. "The real cause of congestion is high density of people in Beijing and many have cars."
Beijing, with a population of 15 million, is home to more than three million automobiles, and the number is rising by 1,000 a day.
Professor Wilson said the Olympic Games was a great opportunity for Beijing to think about traffic problems and develop transportation, adding that the city had already been making public transport more efficient. Beijing has promised to stretch its 114-kilometer city railway to 200 kilometers before the opening of the Olympic Games.
“We are looking forward to borrowing Beijing's experiences and drawing from its lessons in preparation for the 2012 Olympics,” said Wetzel.
51. The underlined word incentives in paragraph 4 means_______.
A. something that encourages people to try B. online shopping
C. points could be exchanged for goods D. award
52.It can be seen from the passage that ______.
A. the government planned to forbid over 1 million cars to run on the roads during the Olympics.
B. banning private cars is the best way to solve traffic congestion in Beijing
C. Beijing now has 200 kilometers of city railway
D. the use of company cars will not be limited
53. Why did Wetzel stress “ he himself is a bicycle-rider in London”
A. To limit the use of company cars.
B. To encourage governmental officials to use public transportation or ride bicycles.
C. To show that riding bicycles is good for health.
D. To show that he loves riding bicycles.
54. Which of the following may be the reason for the traffic congestion in Beijing
A. The 2008 Beijing Olympic games.
B. The number of cars in Beijing is rising by 1,000 a day.
C. The large population in Beijing and the large number of cars.
D. Public transport in Beijing is not efficient.
55. The purpose of the passage is ________.
A. to limit the use of private cars, improve public transport
B. to encourage the use of bicycles to control traffic congestion during the 2008 Olympics
C. to borrow Beijing's experiences and draw from its lessons in preparation for the 2012 Olympics
D. to tell the advice given by foreign experts on traffic congestion during 2008 Beijing Olympics
第二节：信息匹配（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
请阅读下列应用文及相关信息，并按照要求匹配信息。请在答题卡上将对应题号的相应选项字母涂黑。
请仔细阅读下面有关信息。
A. A scarf, a good present for fair ladies. In winter, in addition to keeping you warm, a scarf around your neck can help draw other’s attention.
B. Guitar Beginners. Do you like music Do you want to play the guitar well in a short time
This new book, written by guitarist Frank Jones, helps even the most basic beginner read his way to being a competent guitar player in just 20 days.
C. The Adventure of Tom Sawyer is a short novel written by Mark Twain, an American famous writer. It is very interesting and adventurous.
D. The Milk Calcium, produced for the senior. More and more people have realized that to be healthy is really the most important. The milk Calcium is especially good for the ones lack of calcium(钙).
E. The Classic Explorer’s Compass, a precious instrument, will help you know wherever you are. Each comes with its own waterproof leather case.
F. Super Shoes, the sports shoes liked by all the young. Wearing Super Shoes can be attractive. It is said that Super Shoes can help you to be the winner in every sports game.
匹配信息
你打算为你的朋友Mike, Mary, Robert, Lily和Tom选购新年礼物。请阅读有关对他们的描述，选出最适合他们的礼品。
56. Mike likes sports and travel. He would like something that he can take with him on his journeys, especially when he is camping or hiking, because sometimes it is hard to find the direction.
57. Mary likes parties and discos. She likes to look smart, and she is very fond of music. She says that she likes books, but she never reads any. Now, she wants to learn how to play a musical instrument.
58. Robert is an eighty-year-old man. He likes doing exercise in the morning. But one week ago, the doctor told him that he suffered from osteoporosis(骨质疏松) in a common health examination.
59. Lily is a beautiful girl. She sings well and is going to perform at the New Year’s party. She’d like to wear something that is attractive at the party.
60. Tom is a junior student. He likes playing basketball and reading. He would like to read something about taking a risk.
IV. 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 基础写作（共1小题，满分15分)
你最近对200名学生(男女各半)的未来择业理想作了一次抽样调查,调查结果如下图：
[写作内容]
根据以上数据，写一篇短文，包括以下内容：
1．调查时间、调查问题以及调查对象；
2．男女生分别最喜欢什么职业；
3．男女生在选择教师为职业方面的排序差异；
4．男女生在选择以医生为职业方面的异同；
5．你的选择及理由。
[写作要求]
只能使用5个句子表达全部内容。
[评分标准]
句子结构准确，信息内容完接，篇章结构连贯。
第二节：读写任务（共1小题，满分25分）
阅读下面的短文，然后按照要求写一篇150词左右的英语短文。
A father had three sons, but the brothers were always quarreling. Their father tried to make them good fiends, and called all his sons to him. He showed them three sticks and said, “I want to talk to you. Take these sticks and tie them together. Then try to break the bundle of sticks.” The oldest son tried with all his strength but he could not break it. Then the other two did the same, but neither of them could break it. “Now,” said the father, “untie the bundle and each of you take one stick and try to break it.” Either of them could break the stick easily. Then the father said, “My sons, when the sticks are bound together, it is very strong, and you cannot break it. But when they are united, you can break each stick easily. When you work together and help one another, you can become as strong as the bundle. But if you only quarrel and do not stand together, you will be broken as easily as these sticks.”
[写作内容]
1)以约30个词概括短文的要点；
2)以约120词就“团结”为主题写一篇短文，至少包括以下内容要点：
a) 用具体实例说明团结的重要性；
b) 从中得到了什么启示。
[写作要求]
(1)可以使用实例或其它论述方法支持你的论点，也可以参照阅读材料的内容，但不得直接引用原文中的句子；
(2)标题自定。
[评分标准]
概括准确、语言规范、内容合适，篇章连贯。
答案与解析
I. 听力
第一节：听力理解(5段共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)
1—5CBBAA 6—10BABCA 11—15BCAAC
第二节：听取信息(共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分)
16. on March 21th 17. all kinds of plants 18. for every gardener 19. Smell the Roses 20. have to choose
II. 语言知识及应用(共两节，满分35分)
第一节：完形填空(共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分)
本文谈到我们在给予时往往期望回报，但是如果你用开阔的眼界看世界，就会发现，你的付出，其实已经是很大的收获。
21.A 由接下去的两句话“大多数人都要寻求回报”“我也是这样的”可知，此处意为只有付出，不求回报是“很难”做到的。
22. B 由最后一段中的to spend on a stranger也可得到启示。
23. B 跟着一部摄影机，自然是用来“纪录”他们是如何用这笔钱的。
24. B 指在这人群中有两姐妹显得特别“耀眼或突出(stand out)”。其它选项：stand up站起来，stand by袖手旁观，stand for象征。
25. D 是“My sister’s House”的同位语，指帮助受虐妇女儿童的“庇护所(shelter)”。
26. C 指前文put their money together，应为combine their money。
27. C 通过她们宣传后，人们打电话来“捐赠(donate)”钱物等。
28. D 与前文often对应，指我经常期待从别人处获取但却很少付出。
29. C 由后文because a smile is contagious可知，此处指我对不认识的人“微笑”。
30. A 指这就是一种回报，用rewarding。awarding的意思是“授予，给予”。
第二节：语法填空(共10小题；每小题1．5分，满分15分)
本文主要讲述一位老奶奶76岁才开始学画画，并成为了美国最著名的艺术家之一的故事。
31.but 前后是转折关系。
32. because 后面接的从句是她转行开始画画的原因。从句也可视作时间状语从句，填when。
33. carefully 修饰谓语动词painted，作状语，用副词。
34. herself 由后文“开始卖作品给别人”可知，她先只是自己画给自己看，取悦于自己。
35. for 表示交换用for，sell sth. for…意为“以多少钱卖某物”。
36. hanging 是非谓语动词短语作定语，修饰名词works，因works与hang(悬挂)是主动关系，用现在分词短语作定语。
37. bought 与liked和set out并列，一起作谓语，时态也应一致。
38. more 因他喜欢她的画，所以他开始寻找“更多”Grandma Moses 的作品。
39. a 为了把Grandma Moses 的作品介绍给别的艺术家，所以他“举行了一次展览”。
40. who 引导定语从句并在从句中作主语，先行词是Grandma Moses。
III. 阅读(共两节，满分40分)
第一节：阅读理解(共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)
(A) 本文主要讲述对老人痴呆症的研究。
41. C 主旨大意题。根据全文所讨论的内容得知，选项A, B, D选项在文章中有讨论过, 但不全面。
42. B 细节理解题。由第一段第二,第三行可知:到2050年老人痴呆症病人的人数会达到100 million, 也就是现在的4倍,现在的人数就是25 million。
43. D 细节理解题。A, B, C都是老人痴呆症的早期特征, D项指少用脑只会更容易得老人痴呆症, 而不是它的早期特征。
44. A 词义猜测题。根据上文和此句的意义可知答案。
45. A 推理判断题。由第三段The proteins appear to be found only in people with the disease可推断出答案。
(B)本文主要介绍了美国俚语的一些情况。
46. D 细节理解题。由文中第一段可知答案。
47. B 推理判断题。文中提到俚语产生有地区性,各行各业, 各阶层中,由此可知答案。
48. C 细节理解题。由第二段可知,有代表美国总统的俚语,而不是美国总统创造俚语。
49. A 推理判断题。从文章第一段最后一句可知答案。
50. A 主旨大意题。B, C, D都只是文章所涉及的部分内容。A概括较全面。
(C)本文报道了外国专家对解决2008北京奥运会交通拥挤问题所提出的一些建议。
51. A 词义猜测题。由下面两行可知答案。
52. A 细节理解题。由第三段第一句可知答案。
53. B 推理判断题。他以自己为例子就是鼓励政府官员多用公共交通工具或多骑自行车。
54. C 推理判断题。由文章倒数第三段可知答案。
55. D 推理判断题。文章第一段就是文章的主旨。
第二节：信息匹配(共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分)
56. E关键词：find the direction与Compass。
57. B关键词：to play a musical instrument与guitar。
58. D关键词：suffered from osteoporosis与calcium(钙)。
59. A关键词：attractive at the party与draw other’s attention。
60.C关键词：read something about taking a risk与adventurous。
IV. 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节：基础写作(共1小题，满分15分)
I have recently made a survey among 200 boys and girls about their future jobs. The survey shows that half of the girls choose “teacher” as their jobs, while 55% of the boys select “businessman”. As the data shows, “teacher” ranks the first for the girls, but the last for boys. However, the percentage of the boys choosing “doctor” is the same as that of the girls. Personally ,I’d like to be a doctor in the future because doctors can save people’s lives.
第二节：读写任务(共l小题，满分25分)
The power of unity
A father asked his sons, who often quarreled with each other, to break one stick and then a bundle of sticks to show them the importance of unity.
I can’t agree more with the father. Such cases are often seen in our daily life. I am fond of basketball and we often have matches between classes. Teamwork plays a very important role in basketball matches. You are sure to fail if you play by yourself, so five members must play together and be well organized. Each time we lose a score, our partners and classmates give us encouragement instead of complaints. It is their support that inspires us never to give up even though we get lower scores. On the contrary, you will make every effort to make failure into success.
In conclusion, we are strong when we stand with another soul .When we are with another, we cannot be broken.
听力录音材料
I. 听力
第一节：听力理解
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第1至第3三个小题。
W: Do you have other pastimes besides stamp collecting
M：Yes, fishing．
W：That’s very popular, too．Every time I pass the lake，I see many people sitting
there with a rod in hand，but I’ve never seen anyone catch anything．
M：Maybe it’s because you lack the patience．
W：I would break my rod if I sat about for hours getting nothing．
M：Oh，look at that man’s pole．It's bent like a bow．There must be a huge fish on
the end of the line．Let’s go over and have a look．
W：OK．Wow，what a big fish!
M．So it is interesting to fish with a rod sitting at the lake．Say what do you often do
in your spare time
W：Oh, nothing special．I read，watch TV and go to movies.
M：Don't you have any hobbies，like stamp collecting or things like that
W：No，I don’t have any hobbies．
听第2段对话，回答第4至第6三个小题。
W: Hello. Is that Mr．Nelson This is Linda speaking．
M: Hello, Miss Linda．What can I do for you
W: I’m on my way to visit you now，but I’ve lost my way．
M：That’s too bad．Where are you now，Miss Linda
W：I don’t know exactly．I think I’m somewhere on New Hamphshare Street．I’m
calling you from a bookstore．
M: A bookstore on Hamphshare Street．It’s at a corner, isn’t it
W: Yes, it is．And I can see a restaurant at the other corner．
M: Now I’m almost sure where you are．You turned at the second comer．You
should have turned at the first corner from the railway station．
W: Is that so Then I’ll go back to the first corner．
M: It’ll be better that way．You’ll find a one-way traffic sign．That’s where you
have to turn to the left．Come up the slope to reach a six-storied apartment house．
My room is on the third floor．
W: I’m sure I won’t have any trouble this time．Thanks．
M: I’ll be waiting for you．Bye．
听第3段对话，回答第7至第9三个小题。
M: Jenny，you look so strong, quite different from what you used to be．How I envy
you!
W: I think you’ve heard the saying：“A sound mind dwells in a sound body．”I have
always tried my best to keep fit for both my study and work．
M: Right you are! Can you give me some tips as to how to keep fit
W: To my mind, the best way to keep fit is to go in for sports．
M: What kind of sports do you participate in
W: I go swimming once a week．I do this even in cold winter．
M: I used to swim in high school，but don’t have time anymore．
W: That’s too bad．Exercise is really important for your health．
M: I know．I’m getting a little fat．I am short of breath when going upstairs．
W: That’s a bad sign．I think you need more exercise．Well, I’m going swimming
tonight．Do you want to go with me
M: Okay．I really need to get in shape again．
听第4段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。
W: I’ve been reading about a new healthful fast food. It’s made from fish. Have you heard anything about it
M: No, I haven’t. But I don’t like fish very much anyway.
W: Not to worry. Although it’s made from fish, it actually doesn’t have a fishy taste. In fact it can be made with tomato, cheese or chocolate taste.
M: How could it not taste fishy Do you know how this fast food is made
W: First, the fish is cut, cooked and treated in a special way, then water and flour are added to make a dough.
M: It sounds terrible.
W: Actually the dough is almost tasteless at that point. So many things are added to give it some taste.
M: Well, it still sounds a little strange. I suppose this product will at least be low calorie and high protein, like a healthy food
W: Yes, you could call it that. And it has a long shelf life, so it won’t spoil quickly. It is also easy to digest and can be made from the type of fish that usually aren’t eaten, or, from high grade fish by-products.
M: Mh----Have you got any samples I might be willing to try the cheese fish fast food.
W: No. None of these seems to be available yet. As I understand, this fish fast food probably wont’ be in the stores for another couple of years. So you have a while to get used to the whole idea.
M: A couple of years, ha It may just take me that long, but thanks for telling me about it.
听第5段独白，回答第13至第15三个小题。
I wasn’t too fond of the lecture classes of 400 students in my general courses. Half way through my second term, when I was considering whether or not to come back in the fall, I went on the Internet and came across Americorps. Then I joined the organization and that was what I did last school year. I worked on making roads, building a house, serving as the teacher assistant, and working as a camp officer in several projects in South Carolina and Florida. It’s been a great experience. And I almost learned more than what I could have in college. Since I didn’t really want to be at that school and I wasn’t interested in my major anyway, I think this was better for me. After 1,700 hours of service, I received $4,750, I can use that to pay off the money I borrowed from the bank, or for what I need when I go back to school this fall at Columbus State in Ohio. Classes are smaller there. And I’ll be majoring in German Education. After working with the kids, now I know I want to be a teacher.
[第一节到此结束]
第二节：听取信息
听下面一段独白，请根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入答题卡标号为16—20的空格中。听录音前，你将有10秒钟的阅题时间。录音读两遍，你将有80秒钟的作答时间。
Do you like to garden Don’t miss “Gardening with Mary” on Saturday afternoon．The show starts on March 21--the first day of spring!
Mary Green will show you the best way to grow all kinds of plants．She has lots of good advice for every gardener!
What kinds of flowers will grow best in your garden When is the best time to plant vegetables How much water do new trees need Mary knows．She has all the answers!
“Gardening is a very enjoyable hobby,” says Mary Green．“First，you have fun working in your garden．I just love to dig in the soil! Then you can enjoy the fresh flowers，vegetables and fruit that you have grown.”
Mary Green has written many popular books on gardening：Grow Your Own Food, Green Is My Favourite Colour， and Smell the Roses．Now she has a TV show! Watch Mary at work in her own garden．She will plant an apple tree．She will show you the best place to grow potatoes．She will tell you about her favourite flowers：roses．
“I have a special show on roses” says Mary Green．“I love roses! Roses smell so wonderful．Are roses difficult to grow No! You just have to choose the right kinds of roses for your garden．”
Do you have a question for Mary Every show，she will read letters from you，her viewers. [第二节到此结束]2009年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试(广东卷)
英语模拟卷二
I 听力(共两节，满分35分)
第一节 听力理解(5段共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据 各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第l —3题。
1. What does Jane think of her trip to the West Coast
A. It was wonderful. B. It was terrible. C. We don’t know.
2. What’s the disadvantage of Los Angeles
A. It is noisy.
B. The weather is hot.
C. There is no subway and the bus service is terrible.
3. Why is it easy to go around in San Francisco
A. Because it is small and the transportation is good.
B. Because it has subways.
C. Because it has a smaller population.
听第2段对话，回答第4—6题。
4. What does the woman intend to do
A. Introduce the Workers Club.
B. Invite the man to see a film.
C. Invite the man to do sports.
5. What can we learn about the club
A. It’s open until 12:00 at night.
B. People can skate there.
C. Three buses pass the club.
6. Where does the man work
A. At the Workers Club.
B. At a computer center.
C. At a high school.
听第3段对话，回答第7—9题
7. How long has Steve been sick
A. Since Friday. B. Since Saturday. C. Since Sunday
8. How often should Steve take the medicine the doctor prescribes
A. Three times a day with meals.
B. Four times a day before meals.
C. Three times a day after meals.
9. What does Steve decide to do
A. Listen to Carla’s suggestion.
B. See the same doctor again.
C. Talk to another friend.
听第4段对话，回答第10—12题。
10. What’s the topic of the conversation
A. About smoking. B. About rights. C. About health.
11. What’s the woman's attitude toward smoking
A. Favorable. B. Disapproval. C. Neutral.
12. What’s the man's opinion about smoking in public places
A. Smoking is bad for health.
B. No one has the right to smoke.
C. He has the right to smoke whenever he wants to.
听第5段对话，回答第13—15题。
13. What do you think Robert Redford is
A. An actor. B. The manager of the cinema. C. The man’s boss.
14. What can we learn about Saturday
A. It will be sunny.
B. The man will stay home that day.
C.A good film will be on that day.
15. What will the man do on Saturday morning
A. Meet Ed and Jean. B. Play tennis.
C. Have a good breakfast outside.
第二节 听取信息(共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分)
听下面1段独白。请根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入标号为16—20的空格中。听录音前，你将有10秒钟的阅题时间，录音读两遍。
family age job hobby
Li Hua 16 student 16 ________
grandfather 62 17 _______ walking
grandmother 18________ driver walking
father 40 doctor 19_________
mother 38 20__________ watching TV
Ⅱ 语言知识及应用(共两节，满分35分)
第一节 完形填空(共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分)
阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从21—30各题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
People joke that the number of pet dogs in Beijing is more than the urban population. It is an exaggeration to some but Beijingers seem to 21 their pets more than most.
Over the past 15 years, the number of pet dogs in the city has 22 dramatically, right after the local government lifted a ban. Now Beijing is home to more than 1 million 23 according to recent statistics.
Day or night, if you walk into any residential area, it will be easy to spot someone 24 their dog. Often, there is no lead attached to the puppy, which makes it more like a 25 companion rather than an animal. They 26 stroll (漫步) at the same leisurely, carefree pace.
If they meet their neighbors with dogs too, then two 27 emerge（出现）at once: One is for people to engage in gossip, the other is for dogs to career madly around the playground. That is one of the most 28 things I have seen in the city.
But some Beijingers spoil their dogs too much. 29 during winter, when they dress their pets up as living toys with colorful vests and even pairs of homemade 30 . I pity these dogs deeply, and realize how civilized they have become.
21. A. feed B. love C. hate D. play
22. A. risen B. raised C. reduced D. got
23. A. people B. animals C. schools D. dogs
24. A. walking B. training C. playing D. feeding
25. A. man B. woman C. human D. child
26. A. never B. always C. seldom D. once
27. A. groups B. classes C. men D. dogs
28. A. excited B. boring C. important D. interesting
29. A. Beautifully B. Specially C. Especially D. Strangely
30. A. hats B. boots C. clothes D. toys
第二节 语法填空(共10小题；每小题1．5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，按照句子结构的语法性和上下文连贯的要求，在空格处填人一个适当的词或使用括号中词语的正确形式填空，并将答案填写在答题卡标号为3l—40的相应位置上。
In today’s competitive world, the ability to work happily with other people is a good way of marking yourself out from everybody ___31___. While teamwork may offer the chance to blame others ___32___ your mistakes, you can never blame __33__for your failings as a teammate. Get to know one another, so you can build up a group and combine your advantages. Find out each other’s values, weaknesses, and past __34__ (achieve).
Don’t shy away form disagreements __35__work out how __36__ (deal) with them. Humor can be a good way, so have a laugh together.
Before getting down to business, it’s important to establish ground rules. First, make sure you all share the same idea of time. Will 9:30 am meetings take place at midday Then, work out how you are going to make decisions. These are probably __37__ (well) made at a formal meeting and communicated by e-mail. You must also agree with your teammate __38__will be responsible for making decisions. Even if you have decided __39__ decisions don’t have to be agreed on, it is important that every team member __40__(keep) active.
Ⅲ 阅读 (共两节，满分40分)
第—节 阅渎理解(共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)
阅读—列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
What should you think about when trying to find your career You are probably better at some school subjects than others. These may show strengths that you can use in your work. A boy who is good at mathematics can use that in an engineering career. A girl who spells well and likes English may be good at office work. So it is important to know the subjects you do well in at school. On the other hand, you may not have any specially strong subjects but your records show a general satisfactory standard. Although not all subjects can be used directly in a job, they may have indirect value. A knowledge of history is not required for most jobs but if history is one of your good subjects you will have learned to remember facts and details. This is an ability that can be useful in many jobs.
Your school may have taught you skills, such as typing or technical drawing, which you can use in your work.. You may be good at metalwork or cookery and look for a job where you can improve these skills. If you have had a part-time job on Saturdays or in the summer, think what you gained from it. If nothing else, you may have learned how to get to work on time, to follow instructions and to get on with older workers. You may have learned to give correct change in a shop, for example. Just as important, you may become interested in a particular industry or career you see from the inside in a part-time job.
Facing your weak points is also part of knowing yourself. You may be all thumbs when you handle tools; perhaps you are a poor speller or cannot add up a column of figures. It is better to face any weakness than to pretend they do not exist. Your school record, for instance, may not be too good, yet it is an important part of your background. You should not be apologetic(认错的) about it but instead recognize that you will have a chance of a fresh start at work.
41．What is the passage mainly about
A．The importance of working hard at school.
B．Choosing a career according to one’s strengths.
C．How to face one’s weakness.
D．The value of school work.
42. The writer thinks that a student have a part-time job is probably ___.
A. a good way to find out his weak points
B. one of the best ways of earning extra money
C. of great use for his work in the future
D. a waste of time he could have spent on study
43．From the passage we learn that if a student’s school performance is not good, he _______.
A．should pay more attention to learning skills and developing abilities
B．will be regretful about his bad results
C．may also do well in his future work
D．should restart his study in school
44. The underlined phrase “be all thumbs” (in para. 3) probably means “_______”.
A. be clumsy at doing things
B. be skillful in doing things
C. be not interested in certain things
D. be easily bored in doing things
45．From the last paragraph we know one should _________.
A．make full use of one’s own weak points
B．study harder for a new school record
C．apologize for one’s own school record
D．face one’s own weak points bravely
B
Four in 10 Chinese complain about the great gap between large investments in education and its returns, a recent nationwide survey has showed.
The Horizon Research Consultancy Group polled 3,355 residents aged 16 to 60 in both urban and rural areas, including Beijing and Shanghai.
The survey found that only 16 percent of respondents believed their investments on education gave good returns.
Those with higher education voiced greater disappointment at the quality of education received, the survey showed.
People in the rural areas generally gave more positive feedback（反馈）on the quality of education than those from the cities, the survey found.
"Our education has been focusing on an examination-oriented system," Huo Qingwen, the deputy director of language education testing service center under the Beijing Foreign Studies University, told China Daily yesterday.
"The survey result doesn't surprise me, as I had heard complaints not only from the students, but also from the teachers who have been asked to focus more about the exam-passing rate," Huo said.
"The job market is still hungry for talented staff, but many graduates are not competent(胜任的) because the posts require more practical experience and creative ability of workers," Huo added.
Most university graduates prefer jobs in large cities, causing an imbalance in human resources between urban and rural areas, Hong said.
The graduates would get better job options if they chose to work at the grassroots (基础的) level because of the government's preferential policies, including the waiving of tuition for those willing to work in the country's rural and western regions, he added.
About 580,000 graduates last year found county- or village-level jobs, and more than 550,000 got jobs in the central and western regions, Ministry of Education figures showed.
"Because many graduates focus only on jobs with high salaries and that are directly relevant to their specialties, they miss other good work opportunities," Kong Xiang, a Beijing graduate who works as an English teacher in a college located at a remote area in Yunnan province, said.
The recent survey showed that education costs form one-quarter of an urban family's income, while it forms one-third of a rural family's income.
46．According to the passage, most people think that _______
A. the investments in education gave them good returns.
B. the investments in education don’t bring them good results.
C. college students are satisfied with their the education received.
D. People in the cities are more satisfied with the quality of education than those in the rural areas.
47．Which of the following is NOT mentioned
A. China’s education has been focusing on an examination-oriented system .
B. Both the teachers and students are asked to pay more attention to the exam-passing rate.
C. The job market now does not lack university graduates.
D. Most university graduates enjoy hunting jobs in large cities.
48. What would happen to the graduates if they chose to work at the grassroots level
A. They would get higher salaries.
B. They would get lower salaries.
C. Their tuition would be free.
D. They would get better job choices.
49. How much does the education cost according to the survey
A. One-third of a family's income.
B. one-quarter of a rural family's income.
C. 25% of an urban family's income.
D. Three in ten a rural family's income.
50. Which of the following can be the best title of this passage.
A. The gap between investments in education and its returns
B. Education and university graduates
C. China’s higher education
D. Education costs
C
Billy Joe Saunders is aiming for boxing gold at the Beijing Olympics but may have created history already.
As far as he knows, the 18-year-old welterweight from Hatfield is the first person from the Romany Gypsy community to qualify for an Olympic Games.
Billy Joe clinched （最终获得）his place at a qualifying event in Italy earlier this month and is one of seven boxers to make Team GB for Beijing.
Billy Joe Saunders is not the only British boxer with genuine（真的）medal prospects for Beijing, but his background has to be the most fascinating.
He comes from the Romany Gypsy community and lives on a caravan site near Hatfield in Hertfordshire.
Boxing runs deep in the Saunders family, who are immensely proud of their heritage.
His brother Tommy is a professional（职业的）, while his Dad Tom was an amateur and his great, great grandfather, the wonderfully named Absolom Beeny, now aged 96, used to make his living fighting in the old boxing booth at fairgrounds.
Billy Joe admits he has heard all the stories a hundred times, but once he and his brother had visited the local boxing club, he was hooked.
"Boxing has kept me off the streets, stops me smoking and drinking and gives me something to do", he said.
His background may be colorful, but make no mistake, Billy Joe Saunders is one very special boxer.
As a boy he wasn't the most naturally gifted, but had an inner toughness that set him apart from other fighters.
His trainer, Danny Hoy, said: "When I saw him have to dig down into his boots against much older boys, I thought this kid is not the same as anyone else. There is something with this kid".
It is that something which made Billy Joe a real prospect for London 2012, so qualification for Beijing means he is effectively four years ahead of schedule.
He remembers watching Amir Khan win silver in Athens four years ago, and wants to go one better. "I'm aiming for gold, simple as that", he said.
51．Where did Billy clinch his place as a boxer to make Team GB for Beijing.
A. At Beijing B. At Romany Gypsy community C. In Italy D. In Britain
52．The underlined word " amateur" (in para. 3) here means ________
A. a person who takes part in boxing only for pleasure
B. a person who takes part in boxing as his job
C. a coach who teaches boxing
D. a player who takes part in baseball
53．Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage
A. Billy’s brother is a professional boxer.
B. Absolom’s son is not a professional boxer.
C. Billy was very interested in the local boxing club.
D. Billy was the most naturally gifted when he was still a very young boy.
54．It can be inferred from the passage that________
A. His coach thought Billy was gifted to be a boxer when he saw Billy’s boots against older boys.
B. It was Boxing that has kept Billy off the streets.
C. Billy won a silver medal in Athens Olympic Games..
D. Billy will compete in Beijing Olympic Games four years ahead of his trainer’s schedule.
55．What is Billy hoping to win in Beijing Olympic Games
A. A silver medal for boxing B. A gold medal for boxing
C. A piece of gold D. A copper medal
第二节 信息匹配(共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分)
阅读下列网上交友资料与信息，并按照要求匹配信息。请在答题卡上将对应题号的相应选项字母涂黑。
以下是网上交友信息：
A. Yiyang, Man, 19 Years old
Occupation Student
My Native Tongue Chinese
Interested In Listening to Music, Playing Sports, My Family & Friends, Going to the Movies, Reading, Watching Sports, Local Travel, National Travel, Gaming
B. Julia, Man, 23 Years old
Occupation Engineer
My Native Tongue English
Interested In Dining , Listening to Music , Playing Sports , Television , Swimming , Reading
C. Brighton, Woman, 21 Years old
Occupation Teacher
My Native language English
Interested In Television, My Family & Friends, Reading, Gaming, Chatting Online, Volunteering
D. Lydia, Woman, 26 Years old
Occupation Administrative
My Native language English
Interested In Writing, having Published quite a few books of novels
E. Senela, Woman, 20 Years old
Occupation Secretary
My Native language Tibetan
Interested In Listening to Music , Writing , Cooking , Television , My Family & Friends , Reading , Watching Sports , Chatting Online
F. Roman, Man, 25 Years old
Occupation Engineering
My Native language Cantonese
Interested In Listening to Music , Playing Sports , Television
以下是与交友相关的信息，请匹配符合他（她）们的对应的信息。
57. Ling Tao, man, 18 years old，a student, interested in sports, He’d like to find a pen-friend who is also a student and has the same interest with him in order to discuss sports through the Internet.
57．Mary, woman, 22 years old, interested in writing very much. She wants to become a writer and prefers to make friends with a person who can give her some guide in writing.
58. Wang Ping, woman, 19 years old, interested in music and chatting. She is now a college student majoring in secretary and would like to find a pen-friend who can give her some help her with his major.
59. Peter, man, 23 years old, engineer, interested in sports and watching TV plays. He is now studying Chinese and wants to make friends with a man who can help him with Cantonese.
60. Yang Lin, man, 24 years old, engineer, interested in making friends and volunteering. He’d like to find a pen friend who has the same interest with him and can teach him English.
Ⅳ 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 基础写作(共1小题，满分15分)
我国成功加入WTO以来，我们与国际的交流越来越多，英语成为主要的交流工具，同时我们的文化也在国际上进一步传播，我们作为中国文化的传承者应该做好哪些细节呢？请根据以下提示写一篇短文：
[写作内容]
1. 我们是文明古国，有着传统的文化传统；
2.讲文明从多说文明话语做起，即使是一声简单的“谢谢”也会发挥重要作用；
3.不随地扔垃圾，不在公共场所大声喧哗；
4.常保持微笑是我们表达友好的最佳身势语；
5.主动向有需要的人伸出援助之手。
[写作要求]
1．只能使用5个句子表达全部内容；
2．文中不能出现真实姓名和学校名称。
[评分标准]
句子结构准确，信息内容完整，篇章结构连贯。
第二节 读写任务(共l小题，满分25分)
阅读下面的短文，然后按照要求写一篇150词左右的英语短文。
Friendship with oneself is all important, because without it one cannot be friends with anyone else in the world.
We often focus on building relationships with others that we forget the essential first step: being friends of ourselves. That is the crucial first step if we are to have good relationships with others. How can we have good relationships with others if we don’t even have good relationship ( http: / / / Article / Life / relationships / ) with ourselves
Here are some tips:
1. Forgive yourself
You may have made those mistakes in the past, but is there anything you can do about them I don’t think so, except learning from them. It’s true that you are not perfect, but neither is everybody else. It’s normal to make mistakes, so do yourself a favor by giving yourself forgiveness.
2. Focus on your strengths
Instead of focusing on your weaknesses, focus on your strengths. You always have some strengths which give you a unique combination nobody else have. Recognize your strengths and build your life ( http: / / / Article / Life / Index.html ) around them.
3. Stop comparing yourself with others
You are unique. You can never be like other people, and neither can other people be like you. The way you measure your success is not determined by other people and what they achieve. Instead, it is determined by your own life purpose. You have everything you need to achieve your life ( http: / / / Article / Life / Index.html ) purpose, so it’s useless to compare yourself with others.
[写作内容]
假设你的同学总觉得自己学习不如别人，因而产生自卑心理，请你写根据上面所提供的材料写一篇短文,用E-mail 发给他(她)：
1．以约30个词概括文章大意，说明首先要对善待自己的观点；
2．以约120个词表达你对他(她)的建议和希望，并包括如下要点：
(1) 分析他(她) 产生自卑心理的原因；
(2) 找出他(她)的优势；
(3) 提出合理建议。
[写作要求]
1．作文中可使用自己的亲身经历或虚构的故事，也可以参照阅读材料的内容但不得直接 引用原文中的句子；
2．文中不能出现真实姓名和学校名称；
3．文章开头和结尾已写好。
[评分标准]
概括准确，语言规范，内容合适，篇章连贯。
Dear Li Ping,
I’m glad that you trust me so much and tell me your true feeling, now I’ve read an article which says that…
…
With the best wishes!
Yours truly
Wang Yan
参考答案:
I 听力
第一节：听力理解
1—5ACACB 6—10ACCAC 11—15BAACB
第二节：听取信息
16. playing tennis 17. farmer 18. 60 19. fishing 20. teacher
Ⅱ 语言知识及应用
第一节 完形填空
本文主要讲述了北京人饲养宠物狗之多和对宠物狗的宠爱。
21. B. 根据第一句number of pet dogs in Beijing is more than the urban population及全文可知北京人爱狗
22. A. 根据第一段和Now Beijing is home to more than 1 million可知狗的数量在戏剧性地增长。表示自然要用动词不及物rise，而raise是及物动词，表示人为地抬高。
23. D. 根据前一句the number of pet dogs in the city has risen dramatically可知是狗。
24. A. walk the dog是固定搭配，“遛狗”之意。
25. C. 根据rather than an animal可知是人类和动物进行对比,而其余三个都太偏面。
26. B. 根据前文就像人类的同伴一样“总是”步调一致地散步。
27. A. 人和狗分成两组行动。
28. D. 根据前文应该是我在这个城市所见到的最有趣的事。
29. C. 北京人溺爱他们的狗，尤其突出的是在冬天。故选Especially，而Specially是“专门”的意思。
30. B. 根据前文给它穿上彩色背心（colorful vests）和 even pairs of 可知是成双的靴子。
第二节 语法填空
这篇文章主要告诉我们怎样与他人合作。
31. else。意思是“与他人和谐工作的能力是使自己显示出与其他人不同的好方法”，用在复合代词everybody后作定语，表示“其他的”，用else。
32. for。表示“因某事责备某人”是blame sb. for sth.。
33. them。指代上文中的others，在句中做宾语，用them。
34. achievements。与前面的values和weaknesses同时充当短语动词find out的并列宾语，用名词形式。
35. but。这是表示“不是……而是……”的not…but…结构。
36. to deal。这是“疑问词+不定式”结构做宾语。
37. best。根据句意这里表示 “最好”之意，故用最高级。
38. who。这里是定语从句，先行词teammate在定语从句中充当主语，指人，所以用who。
39. that。decided后接了一个宾语从句，该宾语从句句子结构和句意都完整，因而用连词that。
40. is kept。由keep sb. active(使某人保持活跃的状态)，可知every team member与keep是被动关系，故用被动语态。
Ⅲ 阅读
第一节 阅读理解
(A)本文主要讲述了在学校的学习成绩和表现以用做兼职工作对今后工作的影响，并说明要善于发挥优势克服弱势。
41．B．细节理解题，根据第一段These may show strengths that you can use in your work及后面的举例可知。
42．C． 推理判断题，根据第二段If you have had a part-time job…you may have learned how to get to work on time…可知。
43．C．推理判断题，根据最后一句but instead recognize that you will have a chance of a fresh start at work可知。.
44．A．词义猜测题，根据后文perhaps you are a poor speller or cannot add up a column of figures.和It is better to face any weakness可知“不会做事”
45．D．主旨大意题，根据It is better to face any weakness than to pretend they do not exist可知。
(B)本文主要阐述了中国家庭教育投资与其回报的之间的差距以及大学毕业生如何做更容易找到工作。
46．B．细节理解题，根据第一句可知
47．C．推理判断题，根据"The job market is still hungry for talented staff可知不是不需要
48．D．细节理解题，根据The graduates would get better job options if they chose to work at the grassroots level可知
49．C．细节理解题，根据最后一句education costs form one-quarter of an urban family's income, while it forms one-third of a rural family's income可知
50．A．主旨大意题，整篇文章主要讲教育投资与其回报之间的差距。
(C)本文主要讲述了Billy Joe Saunders将代表英国参加北京奥运会拳击比赛及其成长过程。
51．C．细节理解题，根据Billy Joe clinched his place at a qualifying event in Italy earlier this month可知。
52．A．词义推测题，根据His brother Tommy is a professional 和while his Dad Tom was an amateur可知amateur是与professional进行对比，professional是职业的，所以amateur就应是业余的，故选A。
53．D．推理判断题，可用排除法排除A、B、C，也可根据As a boy he wasn't the most naturally gifted推断D错误。
54．A．推理判断题，可用排除法排除B和Ｄ是明说，根据He remembers watching Amir Khan win silver in Athens可知Ｃ不是Billy而是Amir Khan。根据When I saw him have to dig down into his boots against much older boys, I thought this kid is not the same as anyone else. There is something with this kid". 可知Ａ正确。
55．B．第一句和Billy Joe Saunders is aiming for boxing gold最后一句都说到了I'm aiming for gold。
第二节 信息匹配
57-60 ADEFC
IV 写作
第一节 基础写作[One possible version]
China is one of the four oldest civilized countries in the world and we have many traditional good customs and cultures . As is known to all, using polite phrases more often is the beginning of cultivating good manners, even a simple “Thank you” matters a lot. Neither litter anywhere you like nor make noises in the public in terms of good manners. It's the best body language for us to keep smile to show our friendship to others. Always ready to help others whenever they get into troubles.
第二节 读写任务[One possible version]
Dear Li Ping,
I’m glad that you trust me so much and tell me your true feeling, now I’ve read an article which says that it is important to be friendly to yourself first and then to others, and gives a few tips, such as forgiving yourself, realizing your virtues and not comparing with others.
As is known to all, no one is perfect，and everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses, so if you fall behind others in some aspect, it’s natural and there’s nothing so serious as for you to feel frustrated. I know you’re worried about your study because you’ve not got as good results as some of your classmates in the exams, but that’s not the most important, so long as you try your best, I’m sure you’ll make progress. Besides, You have your own virtues which some others don’t have, for example, you play basketball better than many other students in our school, and you also play the guitar well. How we envy you!
So never feel discouraged if you fall behind others in your study, and be sure you are good at many aspects.
With the best wishes!
Yours truly
Wang Yan
听力录音材料
第一节：听力理解
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第1至第3三个小题。
M：Hi, Jane. Welcome back. How was the West Coast
W：Terrific. I had a wonderful time. It was really nice to get away from the city for a while.
M：What did you think of Los Angeles
W：It was all right.1 liked it better than I thought 1 would. It’s very clean and spacious，and it’s got a lot of trees. The problem is transportation. The bus service is terrible，and of course，they don’t have any subway，so it’s a little difficult to get around. We had to rent a car.
M：And was the weather good
W：Oh，yes. It was nice and warm in los Angeles and cool but comfortable in San Francisco.
M：Cool in San Francisco That’s surprising.
W：Yeah，it surprised me a bit，too. We didn’t take any sweaters or anything，and they say it’s always like that i n August. Anyway，I loved it. It’s probably the most beautiful city the US—all those hills，the bay，and those charming old Victorian houses.
M：So，you like it better than Los Angeles
W：Oh. yes. There’s much more to see and do. And because it’s smaller than Los Angeles，it’s a bit easier to get around. There are lots of buses and streetcars，and of course，the cable cars，too.
听第2段对话，回答第4至第6三个小题。
W: Are you busy tomorrow night I'm going over to the Workers Club for volleyball if you’d like to come along.
M: Isn't that far away
W: Not really. If you take the NO.3 bus, you can get there in ten minutes. And if volleyball doesn't interest you, they've got a huge indoor swimming pool, a weight room, and indoor track. It's a great place to meet people.
M: Now that you mentioned it, it would be nice to get away from the computer center for a change, and I really should get some more exercise. Working up a sweat in a ball game or the weight room would be nice. I've got ten so fat.
W: Look at me -- You're not the only one. In high school, I had a lot more time to do sports activities. Now what little spare time you have must be used in doing exercise. At least the club is open until 12 p.m.
M: I guess it's worth a visit. Did you say you're going tomorrow night
W: Yeah.
M: OK, I'll come, too. How about meeting me in front of the cinema at eight, and we'll catch the bus there.
W: Sure, see you then.
听第3段对话，回答第7至第9三个小题。
W: So how are things going, Steve
M: Well, to be honest, Carla, I was feeling great on Saturday, but I started to feel sick on Sunday afternoon. I thought I’d get better, but I feel worse than before. And I’m really worried because I’m scheduled to give a presentation at work on Friday, so I have to be better by then.
W: Well, what seems to be the problem
M: Well, I thought I had the flu, but the doctor said it was just a bad cold. He gave me some cold medicine to take care of my stuffy nose and fever. I’m supposed to take the medicine three times a day after eating, but it doesn’t seem to help. He also told me to stay off my feet for a day or so, but I’m so busy these days.
W: Listen, forget about that medicine! I have just the thing to get rid of bad colds. You see, my mom is really into herbal medicine.
M: Oh, no, thanks.
W: Ah, come on! Give it a try. You just take some of my mom’s herbal tea and drink it four times a day. Believe me. You’ll be up and dancing around in no time.
M: dancing around in no time, right Well, I guess. Nothing else seems to be doing the job.
W: Great. I’ll come by your place at 7:30. See you then.
听第4段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。
W. Hi.
M: Hi! What’s up
W: Nothing much. I’m just watching a debate on TV. It’s about no smoking in public places.
M: Oh, yeah. So, what do you think about it
W: Well I don’t think people should be allowed to smoke in public places, so I support the suggestion.
M: Really I’m smoker, so I should have the right to smoke whenever I want.
W: But don’t you think that non-smokers have rights too
M: Sure. You don’t have to smoke if you don't want to. What's the problem
W: Well, I think that I should have the right not to breathe smoke.
M: So why cannot you just go outside if it bothers you
W: I want to ask you the same question. Why cannot smokers just go outside if they want to smoke
M: Well, smoking is part of my lifestyle. I can think better if I have a cigarette.
W: I can breathe better if I don't have to breathe smoke. Smoking is bad for your health. Doctors say that just breathing in other people's smoke can also cause cancer.
M: Well, I’m a smoker, and my health is good.
W: Yes . But will it be good in fifteen years
M: I hope so.
W: I hope so, too. I think we'll just have to agree to disagree about this subject. Do you want to watch the debate with me
M: Sure.
听第5段对话，回答第13至第15三个小题。
W: What do you want to do tonight
M: How about going to the movies I should be home from work at 5:20. then we can go out and eat and then to the movies.
W: What do you want to see
M: There’s a good one at the cinema. Let’s see that.
W: It starts at 6:30. I don’t think we can get there in time to see the beginning. How about one at eh New State That starts at 7:00.
M: No, I don’t like Robert Redford. You know that. Maybe we should just stay home and watch TV. Then we can go out Friday night.
W: Did you forget that Ed and Jean are coming to dinner that night
M: OK. I hope Saturday is all right. Do we have anything planned for then
W: No, Saturday is fine. And there’s a good movie starting on Saturday, too.
M: Good. I’m going to play tennis Saturday morning. But I’ll be home by 2:00. Then we can go out for a big dinner and to the movies, if nothing else comes up.
W: I’m sure we’ll be able to go.
[第一节到此结束]
第二节：听取信息
听下面一段对话，请根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入答题卡标号为16—20的空格中。听录音前，你将有10秒钟的阅题时间。录音读两遍，你将有60秒钟的作答时间。
My mane is Li Hua. I’m 16 years old and like to play tennis at school. There are five people in my family: my grandfather, grandmother, father, mother and I.
My grandfather and grandmother live on the farm. Grandfather works in the field all the day even though he is 62 this year and grandmother, who is two years younger than her husband, works for a bus company as a driver. They are very strong and healthy, so they enjoy walking when they are on holiday. My father, a kind-hearted doctor, is respected and loved by patients, because he has saved so many patients who were suffering from diseases. He often invites his friends to go fishing after work. As an English teacher, my mother devoted all her life to her students. She did a good job in her school. My mother is fond of watching TV at home when she is free.
That’s my family. All the members in my family live a happy life and we love each other with our hearts.
[第二节到此结束]2009年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试(广东卷)
英语模拟卷八
本试卷共8页，四大题，满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：1．答卷前，考生务必用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名和考生号、试室号、座位号填写在答题卡上。用2B铅笔将试卷类型(A)填涂在答题卡相应位置上。将条形码横贴在答题卡右上角“条形码粘贴处”。
2．选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案，答案不能答在试卷上。
3．非选择题必须用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
4．考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，将试卷和答题卡一并交回。
I.听力（共两节，满分35分）
第一节：听力理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第1—2题。
1. What is the conversation about
A. Computer sales. B. A job interview. C. An Internet meeting.
2. What do we know about the man in the conversation
A. He knows nothing about computers.
B. He is very clever at answering questions.
C. The woman will offer him the job.
听第2段对话，回答第3—6题。
3. Who is the woman
A. A teacher. B. A friend. C. Mother.
4. Where did the man live three months ago
A. In a student house. B. With a family. C. In his own house.
5. What is the man’s problem in studying
A. They student house is too noisy.
B. The computer room is busy.
C. The course is too difficult.
6. What can we know about the woman from the conversation
A. Curious. B. Talkative. C. Helpful.
听第3段独白，回答第7—9题。
7. Who is the man speaking to
A. People who are interested in computers.
B. Students who like designing furniture.
C. People who enjoy learning languages.
8. How can we benefit from the Fair
A. You can get free books and free tickets.
B. You’ll get a lot of information about new jobs.
C. Experts will talk about the best way to learn language well.
9. How much will a student pay for the Fair.
A. ￡3. B. ￡5. C. ￡2.50
听第4段对话，回答第10—12题。
10. What may be the man’s purpose from the conversation
A. He wants to find a suitable job.
B. He wants to get a suitable partner.
C. He wants to marry the woman.
11. What kind of people might he prefer
A. A serious person. B. A practical person. C. A rich person.
12. What’s the man’s possible favor according to the talk
A. Sightseeing. B. Running a restaurant C. Writing news reports.
听第5段对话，回答第13—15题。
13. Where does the conversation most probably take place
A. At the railway station. B. In the post office. C. In a shopping center.
14. How much is first class
A. ＄8.20 B.＄4.90 C.＄6
15. What can we learn from the conversation
A. The man didn’t put down a return address.
B. The man bought two sets of glasses.
C. The man paid ＄14.20 in all.
第二节：听取信息(共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分)
听下面1段对话。请根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入标号为16—20的空格中。听录音前，你将有10秒钟的阅题时间，录音读两遍。
Member name Ms. (16)___________________ Jones
Date of birth (17)____________________,1977
Address Apartment 1, 72 (18)____________________, Highbridge
Post code 2085
Phone No. (19)___________________(Home) 94561309(Work)
Driver’s licence No. (20)__________________
Ⅱ. 语言知识及运用（共两节，满分35分）
第一节 完形填空（共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分）
阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从21—30各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Miss Nancy had just got a secretary’s job in a big company to work in the sales department. Monday was the first day she went to work, so she was very __21__. She got up very early and arrived at the office at twenty to eight.
She __22__ the door open and found nobody there. “I am the first to arrive.” She thought and came to the desk which to be hers. She was surprised to find a large __23__ of flowers on it. They were fresh. She __24__ the flowers from the desk and smelled them. “Oh, how lovely!” Miss Nancy cried __25__. She then looked round for a vase to put them in. “Somebody has sent me flowers the very first day!” She thought happily. “But who could it be ” She began to wonder.
Just then, the manager came in. He __26__ Miss Nancy good morning and caught the __27__ of the flowers on her desk.
“Like the flowers, Miss Nancy ” he asked.
“Yes, I like them very much.” She answered and __28__ his face, expecting to find some __29__. But the manager walked away to his own desk and began his work.
The day passed quickly and Miss Nancy did everything with great interest and __30__. During the lunch time, the manager sat with her at the similar table, talking and joking freely while eating. The colleagues were very friendly. Almost every one gave the new secretary a kind smile when they passed by. Nothing unusual，and nothing happened for the rest of the day.
21. A. interested B. surprised C. excited D. astonished
22. A. broke B. pushed C. knocked D. kicked
23. A. bunch B. piece C. basket D. box
24. A. made up B. turned up C. put up D. picked up
25. A. peacefully B. joyfully C. carefully D. noisily
26. A. met B. spoke C. wished D. greeted
27. A. sight B. sign C. view D. picture
28. A. glanced at B. looked into C. glared at D. watched out
29. A. flowers B. vases C. spots D. clues
30. A. sadness B. enthusiasm C. disappointment D. confidence
第二节 语法填空（共10题；每小题1.5分, 满分15分）
阅读下面短文，根据上下文填入适当的词语，或使用括号中的词语的适当形式填空,并将答案填写在答题卡上标号为31—40的相应位置。
Money really can’t buy happiness. According to a new survey, lawyers and __31__ well-paid white-collar workers are more likely to suffer depression. A national survey of more than 7500 professionals has found that almost one __32__ ten reported moderate (中度) to severe depressive symptoms. The legal profession had the worst result, ___33__ almost 16 percent reporting symptoms of clinical depression (临床抑郁症). Next __34__(be) accountants and insurance underwriters, both on 10 percent. People in IT services, architecture and engineering also had depression rates above the average.
The survey __35__ (conduct) by Beyondblue, an organization devoted to fighting depression, also showed that __36__ under 30 who had the __37__ (high) rates of depression were the most likely to “self-medicate” with drugs and alcohol. Beyondblue deputy chief executive and __38__ (psychology), Dr. Nicole Highet, said the survey was first to reveal the extent of the problem. “We often associate depression with the most socially disadvantaged and people under financial pressure, __39__ here’s a whole different group.” Dr. Highet said, She said while it was difficult to know exactly __40__ made some groups more prone to depression, it was likely to be driven by work pressures.
Ⅲ. 阅读（共两节，满分40分）
第一节：阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）
阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从41—55各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
(A)
We're all connected. You can send an e-mail message to a friend, and your friend can pass it on to one of his or her friends, and that friend can do the same, continuing the chain. Eventually, your message could reach just about anyone in the world, and it might take only five to seven e-mails for the message to get there.
Scientists recently tested that idea in a study involving 24,000 people. Participants had to try to get a message forwarded to one of 18 randomly chosen people. Each participant started by sending one e-mail to someone they knew. Recipients could then forward the e-mail once to someone they knew, and so on.
Targets, who were randomly assigned by researchers from Columbia University in New York, lived in 13 countries. They included an Australian police officer, a Norwegian veterinarian, and a college professor.
Out of 24,000 chains, only 384 reached their goal. The rest petered out, usually because one of the recipients was either too busy to forward the message or thought it was junk mail.
The links that reached their goal made it in an average of 4.05 e-mails. Based on the lengths of the failed chains, the researchers estimated that two strangers could generally make contact in five to seven e-mails.
The most successful chains relied on casual acquaintances rather than close friends. That's because your close friends know each other whereas your acquaintances tend to know people you don't know. The phenomenon, known as the strength of weak ties, explains why people tend to get jobs through people they know casually but aren't that close to.
So, start networking and instant messaging now. As they say in show business: It's all about who you know.
41. If you want to get into touch with a stranger in the world, how many e-mails might it take for the message to reach him/her
A. 5 to 7 B. 18 C. 13 D. 384
42. Which of the following is Not true about the test
A. 24,000 people took part in the study and sent e-mails to people they knew.
B. The 18 targets were chosen by chance.
C. About 98.4% of the mails didn’t reach their goal because some people were too busy or they mistook the message for junk mail.
D. The targets come from 13 countries, such as Australia, Norway and New York.
43. What does the word “estimate” mean in the passage
A. make sure B. suppose C. think over D. imagine
44. Why do people tend to get jobs more easily through casual acquaintances than close friends
A. Because close friends don’t talk with each other so much.
B. Because casual acquaintances can help you know more people and make more friends.
C. Because close friends don’t spend so much time gathering together.
D. Because casual acquaintances are kinder and more willing to help others.
45. In which part of a newspaper will readers read this passage
A. Culture B. Entertainment C. Information and Technology D. Health
(B)
British author JK Rowling was at the release of her latest Harry Potter book called “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” at the Natural History Museum in London, Friday July 20, 2007.
J.K. Rowling has been spotted at cafes in Scotland working on a detective novel, a British newspaper reported Saturday.
The Sunday Times newspaper quoted Ian Rankin, a fellow author and neighbor of Rowling's, as saying the creator of the "Harry Potter" books is turning to crime fiction.
"My wife spotted her writing her Edinburgh criminal detective novel," the newspaper quoted Rankin as telling a reporter at an Edinburgh literary festival.
"It is great that she has not abandoned writing or Edinburgh cafes," said Rankin, who is known for his own police novels set in the historic Scottish city.
Rowling famously wrote initial drafts of the Potter story in the Scottish city's cafes. Back then, she was a struggling single mother who wrote in cafes to save on the heating bill at home.
Now she's Britain's richest woman - worth $1 billion, according to Forbes magazine - and her seven Potter books have sold more than 335 million copies worldwide.
In an interview with The Associated Press last month, Rowling said she believed she was unlikely to repeat the success of the Potter series, but confirmed she had plans to work on new books.
"I'll do exactly what I did with Harry - I'll write what I really want to write," Rowling said.
46 What is JK Rowling famous for
A. detective novels B. crime fiction C. Harry Potter books D. love stories
47 Which of the following is Not rue about Ian Rankin
A. He is a writer famous for police novels.
B. Most of the stories in his novels happened in the historic Scottish city.
C. It was Rankin himself who witnessed JK Rowing writing her Edinburgh criminal detective novels.
D. He told the British newspaper The Sunday Times about JK Rowling’s novels.
48 Why did Rowling like to write the “Harry Potter stories” in the cafes
A. Because she was a romantic woman and the atmosphere in the cafes gave her lots of inspiration.
B. Because she was a single mother at that time and she wanted to find a husband there.
C. Because her children were so naughty at home and she had to go to a quiet place for her writing.
D. Because she thought that writing in a cafes could help her save some money.
49 What can we learn from the passage
A. The seven Harry Potter series made JK Rowling a success.
B. JK Rowling had made enough money so she decided to stop writing.
C. Rowling planned to write new books because Harry Potter was not exactly what she wanted.
D. Ian Rankin and his wife earned money by telling reporters news about JK Rowling.
50 What is the best title for the passage
A. Harry Potter and JK Rowing B. Ian Rankin, A Neighbour of JK Rowling
C. A Successful Woman JK Rowling D. JK Rowling writing Detective Novels
(C)
YOUR mom might cook a bowl of noodles for you on your birthday. But in the US, a mom makes a cupcake for her children on their birthday.
Cupcakes are small, round cakes topped with frosting (糖霜). It has been an American tradition that moms bring cupcakes to the classroom to celebrate their child’s birthday.
But recently some doctors have called for this to be banned. They believe cupcakes contribute to child obesity.
Despite their good intentions, however, some people believe that experts are interfering (妨碍) with American culture. The cupcake is seen as American as apple pie — only prettier.
According to Marion Nestle, a professor of nutrition at New York University, the cupcake is the most democratic (民主的) of desserts. As they are small enough for one person, you don’t have to share your cupcake with anyone — it’s all yours. They are also all the same size, so there can’t be any cries of “she got the bigger piece!”
Each bite can taste different depending on how much icing you have. It is a lesson in self-determination. Some people eat only a little of the frosting every time, others have it all in just one bite.
In recent years, eating a cupcake has become as trendy as having a cup of Starbucks coffee.
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton jokingly promised on a talk show that if she was elected president, she would give everyone a cupcake on her birthday.
Ruth Reichl, editor-in-chief of Gourmet magazine, explains that the rise of the cupcake is very much about going back to American national identity in food, which is all about comfort. “People want to think about when they and their country were innocent,” she said.
51. According to the passage, it has been an American tradition that ___________.
A. a party for children on their birthday
B. A mom cooks a bowl of noodles for her children on their birthday
C. A mom makes a cupcake for her children on their birthday and brings it to the classroom
D. parents go travelling with their children on their birthday
52. Why do doctors ask people to ban cupcakes on children’s birthday
A. Because they themselves don’t like cupcakes.
B. Because they think cupcakes are not so delicious.
C. Because they believe cupcakes will cause cries of “She got the bigger piece”.
D. Because they believe cupcakes are one of the causes to make children become fat.
53. Which of the following is Not true according to Marion Nestle
A. The cupcake is more democratic than any other deserts in the US.
B. The cupcake is too small to share with others.
C. The sizes of cupcakes are the same so it’s equal to everyone.
D. Cupcakes will lead to child obesity so they should be banned.
54. The underlined word “trendy” in paragraph 7 probably means ________.
A. popular B. gentle C. delicious D. different
55. Why did the writer mention Hillary Clinton and Ruth Reichl
A. To arouse the readers’ attention.
B. To show that cupcakes are becoming a popular to show kindness and comfort.
C. To make a comparison between them.
D. To give readers a general idea of cupcakes.
第二节：信息匹配（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
请阅读下列应用文和相关信息，并按照要求匹配信息。
首先，请阅读下列关于名著简写本的介绍：
A. The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (C.S. Lewis)
Stepping into an old wardrobe, four English schoolchildren find themselves in the magical world of Narnia. On this delightful land, they find friends among the many talking creatures.
The children soon discover, however, that Narnia is ruled by the White Witch. Edmund, one of the children, falls under her power. Who can free Narnia Only Aslan, the great and noble lion. He alone knows the Deeper Magic. But the children themselves must help fight the battle against the White Witch and those who serve her.
B. The Old Man and the Sea (Ernest Hemingway)
Santiago, an old Cuban fisherman, hasn’t caught any fish in more than 80 days. Sailing far out from land, the old man hooks an enormous fish. That begins an agonizing three?day battle. First he struggles against the great fish. Then he must fight off the sharks that circle the little boat and threaten to eat his fish. Exhausted and bleeding, the old man arrives back at shore. But his fish, his beautiful fish . . .
Hemingway won the Nobel Prize for this superb story of strength and courage, of victory and regret.
C. A Wrinkle in Time (Madeleine Lingle)
Meg’s father, a U.S. government scientist, has been missing for many months. He had been experimenting with time travel when he mysteriously disappeared.
Now Meg, her little brother Charles Wallace and her friend Calvin will try to rescue him. But first they must outwit the forces of evil they encounter on their journey through time and space. Can they find Meg’s father before it’s too late
This novel is more than just a science?fiction adventure. It’s an exploration of the nature of our universe.
D. The Pearl (John Steinbeck)
One day Kino, a poor Mexican pearl diver, finds a magnificent pearl. With it he dreams of buying a better life, new clothes and schooling for his son. Instead, it brings only evil. His wife pleads with him to get rid of it. "No," says Kino. "I will have my chance. I am a man." But when he kills a man who is trying to steal the pearl, Kino and his wife must run for their lives.
This tale of dreams, justice and the power of greed is told simply and beautifully.
E. The Long Winter (Laura Ingalls Wilder)
It’s winter, 1880—1881, on America’s northern prairies. Mr. and Mrs. Ingalls and their four girls stay near the kitchen stove to keep warm. Heavy snowstorms cut them off even from neighbors. With the trains stopped, no supplies can reach the town. Food and fuel are running out. Day after day the girls must grind wheat for bread and twist hay to burn. At times they nearly lose the battle to keep their spirits up.
This story provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of early American settlers.
F. Jane Eyre (Charlotte Bront )
Jane Eyre ranks as one of the greatest and most perennially popular works of English fiction. Although the poor but plucky heroine is outwardly of plain appearance, she possesses an indomitable spirit, a sharp wit and great courage. She is forced to battle against the exigencies of a cruel guardian, a harsh employer and a rigid social order. All of which circumscribe her life and position when she becomes governess to the daughter of the mysterious, sardonic and attractive Mr Rochester.
However, there is great kindness and warmth in this epic love story, which is set against the magnificent backdrop of the Yorkshire moors.
请阅读以下读者的相关信息，然后匹配和他/她感兴趣的书籍：
56. Tom is a manager in a big city so he keeps busy every day. He was born in America but his family move to another country when he was still a child. Tom missed the day spent in America and he is extremely interested in the history of America.
57. George’s father is a lawyer and George loves discussing with his father about justice and crime. He dreams of becoming a professional detective one day. His father encourages him to read English books about dreams and justice.
58. Mike has just graduated from a high school. He got the highest score in his English exam and now he is very proud of his English. He prefers to write something that is abstract, especially stories written by authors who have won the Nobel Prizes.
59. Susan comes from China and she can only read simple English. The film Harry Potter aroused her interest in the magic world so she is eager to read some books on magic.
60. Jan is 13 years old. She is fond of nature and often observes the insects and plants in her garden for hours. She hopes to find a book that is not only interesting but also provides knowledge of nature of our universe.
Ⅳ. 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节：基础写作（共1小题；满分15分）
《广州日报》就中学生阅读问题，在广州市6所中学的653位学生中进行了一次调查，以下是调查数据：
百分比 态度
74.5% 课外阅读不可取代
7.6% 每天阅读课外书的时间能达到至少1小时
77.8% 想阅读，但时间都被功课挤满
[写作内容]
根据以上数据，写—篇短文，包括以下内容：
1. 调查组织者、调查问题以及调查对象；
2. 三种不同的比例及其各自的态度；
3. 在阅读内容上，休闲类和娱乐类杂志受到热捧。
[写作要求]
只能使用5个句子表达全部内容。
[评分标准)
句子结构准确，信息内容完整，篇章结构连贯。
第二节：读写任务（共1小题；满分25分）
阅读下面的短文，然后按要求写一篇150词左右的英语短文。
Halloween is very popular in western countries. On October 31st, dozens of children dressed in costumes（节日服装）knock on their neighbors' doors and yell "Trick or Treat" when the door opens. Pirates and princesses, ghosts and popular heroes of the day all hold bags open to catch the candy or other goodies that the neighbors drop in. As they give each child a treat the neighbors exclaim over the costumes and try to guess who is under the masks.
Today school dances and neighborhood parties called "block parties" are popular among the young and the old. More and more adults celebrate Halloween. They dress up like historical or political figures and go to masquerade parties（化妆舞会). In larger cities, costumed children and their parents gather at shopping malls early in the evening. Stores and businesses give parties with games and treats for the children. Teenagers enjoy costume dances at their schools and the more outrageous the costume the better!
Certain pranks（恶作剧）such as soaping car windows and tipping over garbage cans are expected. But partying and pranks are not the only things that Halloweeners enjoy doing. Some collect money to buy food and medicine for needy children around the world.
[写作内容]
1. 以约30个词概括短文的要点；
2. 以约120词就“中西节日的不同”为主题写篇短文，并包含以下内容要点：
(1)你还知道哪些西方节日？你印象中的西方节日有哪些特点？
(2)请具体讲述一个你熟悉的中国传统节日；
(3)你更喜欢中国传统节日，还是西方节日？为什么？
[写作要求]
你可以使用实例或其它论述方法支持你的论点，也可以参照阅读材料的内容，但不要抄袭阅读材料中的句子。
[评分标准]
概括准确、语言规范、内容合适、篇章连贯。
答案与解析
I. 听力
第一节：听力理解
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第二节：听取信息
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II．语言知识及运用
第一节：完形填空
本文讲述Nancy第一天上班收到花的奇遇，送花的人是谁却无从知道。
21. C 从下句她早起早到办公室，可知她第一天上班，非常“兴奋(excited)”。
22. B 推开(push)办公室的门。
23. A 一束花是“a bunch of flowers”。
24. D 把花从桌子上“拿起来(pick up)”闻，用。
25. B 意外收到花，所以很“高兴(joyfully)”。
26. D 因greet sb. good morning = greet sb. by saying good morning。
27. A 因catch the sight of是固定搭配，表示“看见”。
28. B 由后文“她期望找到线索”，可见她怀疑是经理送的花，所以认真“观察(look into)”着他脸上的表情。其它选项：glance at匆匆看一眼，glare at怒目而视，watch out提防。
29. D 正好在她思索是谁给她送花时，经理进来了，当然她希望从经理的脸上找到一些“线索(clues)”。
30. B 因为收到花，所以整天心情都很好，做事情充满了兴致和“热情(enthusiasm)”。
第二节：语法填空
本文主要通过抗抑郁症组织Beyondblue开展的调查，介绍了当今社会上律师和其他一些高薪白领易患抑郁症的情况。
31. other 律师和“其他的”高薪白领工作者。
32. in 近“十分之一”的受访者。
33. with 能接复合宾语(宾语+宾补)的只有介词with。
34. were 因主语accountants and insurance underwriters是复数，所以谓语动词也用复数形式。
35. conducted 由conduct a survey(进行调查)可知，The survey与conduct是被动关系，故用过去分词短语作定语。
36. those 宾语从句中缺主语填名词或代词，由语境可知，这里是指30岁以下的“那些人”。
37. highest 从上下文意思，可以知道30岁以下的人患抑郁症的比例最高，所以要用最高级。
38. psychologist 由与之并列的副首席执行官可知，应为“心理学家”。
39. but 由前句的often和后面的different很易容看出前后两分句之间是转折关系。句意为：海耶特博士说：“我们常把抑郁症与最弱势的社会群体以及有经济压力的人联系在一起，但事实上是另一个完全不同的人群存在这个问题。”
40. what 引导宾语从句并在从句中作主语。
Ⅲ. 阅读
第一节：阅读理解
41-45 ADBBC 46-50 CCDAD 51-55 CDDAB
(A)本文主要讲述电子邮件将人们的联系拉近。
41. A 细节理解题。由第一段最后一句可知。
42. D 细节理解题。由第二段可知，A,B,C都正确；由第三段最后一句可知，D不正确。
43. B 词义猜测题。estimate “估计”，与B选项suppose意思最接近。
44. B 细节理解题。由第六段可知。
45. C 推理判断题。因本文谈的e-mail与电脑有关，所以应与“信息和技术”相关。
(B)本文介绍了《哈利·波特》的作者JK Rowling被邻居发现改行写侦探小说的消息。
46. C 细节理解题。她的成名作就是《哈利·波特》系列。
47. C 细节理解题。由第五段中的“said Rankin, who is known for his own police novels set in the historic Scottish city.”可知A，B是正确的；第三段中报刊引用了Rankin的话来说明JK Rowling的新动向，所以D是正确的；第四段中可知是Rankin的妻子发现JK Rowling在写犯罪小说，而不是Rankin亲自发现的，所以C不正确。
48. D 细节理解题。 由第六段中的“Back then, she was a struggling single mother who wrote in cafes to save on the heating bill at home.”可知。
49. A 细节理解题。 由最后两段可知选项A正确，B和C不正确，文中没提及D。
50. D 主旨大意题。本文重点在说JK Rowling想写侦探小说的事，所以D最合适。
(C)本文介绍了美国孩子生日吃杯型蛋糕的传统。
51. C 细节理解题。第二段第二句可知C正确。
52. D 细节理解题。题眼在第三段第二句，关健是理解obesity的意思，文中提到顶上还有糖霜，根据常识可知obesity是“肥伴”之意。
53. D 细节理解题。因第五段中，只有D不是Marion Nestle说的话。
54. A 词义猜测题。根据常识coffee在西方国家是非常流行的，故trendy意为“流行的”。
55. B 推理判断题。由最后两段可推知B最合适。
第二节：信息匹配
56. E 关键词：the history of America
57. D 关键词：books about dreams and justice
58. B 关键词：something that is abstract, authors who have won the Nobel Prizes
59. C 关键词：books on magic
60. A 关键词：nature of our universe
Ⅳ. 写作
第一节：基础写作
Recently 653 students from six middle schools in Guangzhou took part in a survey organised by Guangzhou Daily about students’ reading problems. According to the survey, 74.5% of the students agree to read after class, saying that out-of –class reading can never be replaced by other activities. 7.6% of the students also think it’s a good idea to read after class and insist on doing so for at least one hour after class. However, 77.8% of the students can’t have time to read after class though they would love to because of too much homework. Besides, leisure and pleasure magazines are really popular among all the reading contents.
第二节：读写任务
On October 31st, people in western countries dress themselves in costumes to celebrate Halloween. School dances and neighbourhood parties are popular on that day. Pranks are played for fun.
Many western festivals are very popular all over the world, such as Christmas, Thanksgiving Day, April Fool’s Day and so on. Personally, I think the western festivals are romantic and exciting. Colourful decorations are filled with all streets. People will gather together and hold parties. They have a good time singing and dancing during the parties.
Traditional Chinese festivals are popular too. The Mid-autumn Festival is my favourite. It falls on the fifteenth day of the eighth lunar month. On this day, the moon is said to be its biggest and brightest so people meet in the evening and watch the moon. This festival is important because it is a special occasion for family. The traditional food, moon cakes, are made with bean paste, but nowadays there many different kinds of moon cakes, including fruit, coffee and even ice-cream moon cakes.
In my opinion, I prefer the traditional Chinese festivals to western festivals. China has a long history and its festivals are full of cultural meanings. Chinese people enjoy food, the traditional activities of the festivals as well as the love of their motherland.
听力录音材料
第一节：听力理解
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第1至第3三个小题。
W：Okay, Mr. Taylor, let’s go ahead and begin. First of all, tell me about your last job.
M：Well, as stated on my resume, I worked for five years at Hi Tech Computers.
W：Okay. Hi Tech. And what do you know about computer networks and operating systems including DOS, Windows, Macintosh OS, and UNLX
M：Umm … well … I did come in contact with computers every night at my last job.
W：Hum! … And how about web site authoring skills Oh. We are looking for someone to create and manage our company’s web site which would include the development, configuration, and use of CGI scripts.
M：Umm … uh, web page, web page. Huh … I don’t think I’ve read that book, and I’m afraid I’ve never used those CGI things.
W：Huh ! And what about experience with Java or JavaScript
M：Well … I think I’ve tried Java at a foreign coffee shop one time, if that’s what you mean.
W：Okay, Mr. Taylor, I think I have all the information I need!
M：Oh, and I really like computer games. I play them every day.
W：Right, right. Thanks Mr. Taylor. We’ll be in touch.
听第2段对话，回答第4至第6三个小题。
W：And how did you find Cambridge when you first arrived
M：Well. I like it here. I think the city is very beautiful.
W：What about your accommodation Was that OK
M：Yes, OK. At first I stayed with a family for three months. They were very kind to me but they had three young children and I found it difficult to study.
W：Right. I see.
M：So after three months I moved out and now I live with two other students in a student house. It’s much cheaper and we like it there.
W：Good, and what about your studies What are you studying
M：I’m doing Computing.
W：Computing. I see. Um, apart from the language difficulties, how have you found the course
M：Well, the main difficulty for me is getting time on the computers in the computer room. It’s always busy and this makes it very hard to do my practical work.
W：Can you reserve time in the computer room
M：No, … but it would certainly help if we could reserve computer time.
W：Yes, I’ll look into that and see if something can be done to improve things over there.
听第3段独白，回答第7至第9三个小题。
If you are studying English, the Language Study Fair that’s being held this month will certainly interest you. The show is taking place between the 17th and 19th of March at the National Education Centre. It aims to answer all your questions about self – study, whatever your level.
The Language Study Fair provides a perfect opportunity for you to see, compare and get advice on everything that helps you improve the way you study. Over 350 leading producers of educational materials will be present.
We’ve got lots of different things for you to see and hear. There will be stands showing different types of self – study textbooks, and talks by educational speakers on the best ways to study by yourself. You’ll be able to see the latest furniture available for people who study at home. We’re sure you’ll also enjoy watching people using the latest computer programs, which can make studying English much easier. This is your chance to make good decisions about what you buy. You can attend the fair between nine thirty and five on Thursday and Friday, and from nine-thirty to four on Saturday.
Tickets cost ￡5 each, or ￡3 if you are a full – time student. All tickets can be booked by ringing the ticket hotline. The number is 984 – 7711. Parking can be really difficult around the National Education Centre. However, an all – day space can be booked for only ￡2.50 per vehicle. So, we look forward to seeing you there!
听第4段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。
W: Mr. Thompson, what kind of person would you like to meet
M: Well, I want someone who’s not too old, probably around 22,um…she must be quite attractive, and like spending her time outside, and visiting things.
W: What sort of job do you think she should have
M: Now, that’s a bit difficult to say, but probably she will be in some kind of profession. It could be in working in a hospital, could be a teacher.
W: What kind of people do you like For example, do you like serious people Or do you like shy people
M: Shy people are always difficult to get on with. I think I ‘d rather have someone who’s relatively open and fun.
W: And a practical person
M: Yes, I think this person must be able to help about the house or the flat or whatever, and must be organized to a certain extent.
W: What kind of things do you think she should like doing
M: Well ,I think if she likes outdoor sports, for example, tennis, swimming. Um…also, I think she has to like music, going to concerts, generally, things that I’m interested in.
听第5段对话，回答第13至第15三个小题。
M: I’d like to mail this box to Hong Kong. How much will it be, please
W: Do you want to send it first class or second class
M: How much is first class and how long does it take
W: It’s a light box . First class would cost＄8.20. I guess it will take about eight to ten days to arrive.
M: And second class
W: Sending it second—class would be cheaper, but it wouldn’t arrive for about a month. You’ll pay＄4.90 only.
M: Oh, I want to arrive earlier than that I’ll mail it first class.
W: What’s in the box I need to know in order to complete the form.
M: A set of glasses. Are there any other forms I need to fill out because it’s going to foreign country
W: Yes, one more. You have to write clearly what is in the box and the value.
M: Here it is.
W: You forgot to put a return address on this box. It’s not a post office rule, but we usually advise people that all mails have a proper return address.
M: OK. I’ll do it right now. I’ll also buy ten 60-cent stamps.
W: Let’s see. The box and the stamps. Your total bill comes to ＄14.20.
M: Thank you. Have a nice day.
[第一节到此结束]
第二节：听取信息
听下面一段对话，请根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入答题卡标号为16—20的空格中。听录音前，你将有10秒钟的阅题时间。录音读两遍，你将有80秒钟的作答时间。
W: Hello, I'd like to join the video library.
M: OK. I'll get a form. Now, I'll just ask you a few questions. First, what's your full name
W: Louise Cynthia Jones.
M: L-O-U-I-S-E Louise. How do you spell your middle name please
W: That's C-Y-N-T-H-I-A, Cynthia.
M.: And your last name is Jones
W: That's right.
M: OK, and what's your address
W: Apartment 1, 72 Black Street, Highbridge.
M: Apartment 1, Black Street...
W: Right. Highbridge. That's one word.
M: OK. So the post code is 2085, right
W: Yes, 2085.
M: Mm. And your telephone number I need both home and work.
W: Home is 9835 6712 and work is 9456 1309. Do you need any ID or anything like that
M: Yes, we need your driver's licence number, if you have one.
W: Yes, it's an easy one, 820201368. Do you need to see it
M: Yes, I'm afraid I do.
W: Mm... here.
M: Right, thanks. And could you tell me your date of birth please
W: 25 July, 1977.
M: OK. Thank you.
[第二节到此结束]2009年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试(广东卷)
英语模拟卷九
本试卷共8页，四大题，满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：1．答卷前，考生务必用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名和考生号、试室号、座位号填写在答题卡上。用2B铅笔将试卷类型(A)填涂在答题卡相应位置上。将条形码横贴在答题卡右上角“条形码粘贴处”。
2．选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案，答案不能答在试卷上。
3．非选择题必须用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
4．考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，将试卷和答题卡一并交回。
I. 听力 （共两节， 满分35分）
第一节：听力理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第1至第3三个小题。
1. What is the main topic of the conversation
A. problems with living in an apartment.
B. a search for a new apartment.
C. the cost of rent near universities.
2. Why doesn't Ann like her current apartment
A. It's located some distance from school.
B. The neighborhood is noisy.
C. It's too expensive.
3. How is Roger going to help her
A. He is planning on calling a friend who owns an apartment building.
B. He will check the newspapers to see if he can find an apartment for rent.
C. He is going to visit an apartment building near his place.
听第2段对话，回答第4至第6三个小题。
4. According to the weather report, when would it start raining
A. in the afternoon.
B. in the morning.
C. at night.
5. Where did Sara leave the playing cards
A. next to picnic table.
B. on picnic table.
C. under picnic table.
6. What do they finally decide to do
A. stay at a hotel.
B. return home.
C. sleep at the campground.
听第3段对话，回答第7至第9三个小题。
7. What does the man want to do after he graduates
A. He wants to become a teacher.
B. He hopes to go on to graduate school.
C. He'd like to work at a hotel.
8. How does the woman pay for college
A. She has a part-time job.
B. She received a scholarship.
C. Her parents are paying for it.
9. What thing did the man NOT say about his job
A. His co-workers are friendly.
B. He works long hours.
C. The pay is okay.
听第4段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。
10. Where does the man want to go
A. Tokyo Subway Station.
B. Tokyo Art Museum.
C. Tokyo Tower.
11. How often do the trains come
A. about every five minutes.
B. about every six minutes.
C. about every seven minutes.
12. Where should the man get off the train
A. at Kamiyacho Station.
B. at Kamigaya Station.
C. at Kamiyama Station.
听第5段对话，回答第13至第15三个小题。
13. What does the woman order
A. T-bone steak.
B. chicken fried steak.
C. broiled chicken.
14. What does she have to drink
A. small sprite.
B. medium sprite.
C. large sprite.
15. Why is the restaurant not serving pies today
A. The baker was hurt at work and can't prepare them.
B. The oven is broken and hasn't been repaired.
C. The restaurant has decided to only sell ice cream.
第二节 听取信息：
下面你将听到一段录音，请根据题目要求，从听到的内容中获取必要的信息，答案必须写在答题卡上题号为16—20的空格中。听完录音后你有90秒的答题时间，录音读两遍。（共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分）
Information for the Man’s Room Reservation
The man wants to book a room at (16) ___________________.
doesn't want to reserve the suite because it’s (17)__________________.
prefers a (18) _________________.
will pay (19) __________________ in total.
makes a reservation finally for (20) _____________________.
II. 语言知识及应用（共两节，满分35分）
第一节：完形填空（共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分）
阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从21-35各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C 和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
You need to know when the events of a text take place. This will help you to see the __21__ of the text — the reason things happen in a certain order. Some texts 22 a period of many years, like Wuthering Heights. Others go through a __23__ period of time — many poems try to capture one moment in time. Narrators (讲述者) can be immediate eyewitness, or they may be __24 the past. Some texts present two views of events: an eyewitness version, and a second version, __25__ on the same events much later. This happens in Great Expectations, where the narrator, Pip, sometimes speaks and acts like a __26__, and sometimes like a mature adult. Look out for the __27__ that the events fit together, and how they are caused. This is called the plot—the story of the text. Action in a text is either__28__, or happens by chance. Take notes on how the action is described, eg. if the tone is angry or __29__ . Try to work out how the language of the passage is being used to create the tone, the characters and the descriptions. You should also ask why the text has been written in the way it has — your notes on who, what, when, where and how will help you to 30 your own conclusions.
21. A. structure B. content C. character D. substance
22. A. contain B. discover C. cover D. hold
23. A. hard B. difficult C. long D. short
24. A. looking forward to B. looking out for C. looking back on D. looking after
25. A. relaying B. including C. writing D. reflecting
26. A. boy B. child C. girl D. student
27. A. way B. time C. place D. action
28. A. accurate B. considerate C. desperate D. deliberate
29. A. wonderful B. joyful C. thankful D. painful
30. A. hit B. come C. draw D. find
第二节：语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面的短文，根据上下文填入适当的词语，或使用括号中的词语的适当形式填空。
A clear, accurate summary only gives the vital information from a text. Any extra, irrelevant details are left out. 31 (summarize) will seriously improve your quick reading skills—so learn how to do it. You can’t summarize if you haven’t read 32 text carefully. Start by scanning the text, then reading it closely. 33 you understand the whole text, go through it again slowly, working out 34 is relevant, and which details can be left out. Write only the number of words you 35 (tell) --- no more. See what the title is, and look for any extra information on the paper 36 could be relevant, 37 the author’s name. Decide what the main theme of the text is.
If the question says how many words long the summary must be, you must never write more ___38 that limit. You will 39 (definite) lose marks 40 you don’t follow the guidelines. Make sure that all the basic information is there –don’t include detail when there isn’t room.
III. 阅读 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节：阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
As goods and services improved, people were persuaded to spend their money on changing from old to new, and found the change worth the expense. When an airline equipped itself with jets, for example, its costs (and therefore air fare) would go up, but the new planes meant such an improvement that the higher cost was justified. A new car (or wireless, washing machine, electric kettle) made life so much more comfortable than the old one that the high cost of replacement was fully repaid. Manufacturers still cry their goods as persuasively as ever, but are the improvements really worth paying for In many fields, things have now reached such a high standard of performance that further progress is very limited and very, very expensive. Airlines, for example, go to enormous expense in buying the latest prestige jets, in which vast research costs have been spent on relatively small improvements. If we abandon these vast costs we might lose the chance of cutting minutes away from flying times; but wouldn’t it be better to see airfares drop dramatically, as capital costs become relatively insignificant Again, in the context of a 70 m. p. h. Limit, with lines of cars traveling so close as to control each other’s speeds, improvements in performance are actually irrelevant; improvements in handling are unnecessary, as most production cars grip（抓牢） the road perfectly, and comfort has now reached a very high level. Small improvements here are unlikely to be worth the thousands that anybody replacing an ordinary family car every two years may have spent on them. Let us instead have cars --- or wireless, electric kettles, washing machines, television sets--- which are made to last, and not to be replaced. Significant progress is obviously a good thing, but the insignificant progression from model-change to model-change is not.
41. The author is obviously challenging the social norm (社会规范) that ________________.
A. it is important to improve goods and services
B. development of technology makes our life more comfortable
C. it is reasonable that prices are going up all the time
D. slightly improved new products are worth buying
42. According to this passage, airfares may rise because ______________.
A. the airplane has been improved
B. people tend to travel by new airplanes
C. the change is found to be reasonable
D. the service on the airplane is better than before
43. According to the author, passengers would be happier if they ____________.
A. could fly in the latest model of good planes
B. could get tickets at much lower prices
C. see the airlines make vital changes in their services
D. could spend less time flying in the air
44. When manufactures have improved the performance of their products to a certain level, then it would be _______________.
A. justified for them to cut the price
B. unnecessary for them to make any new changes
C. difficult and costly to further better them
D. insignificant for them to cut down the research costs
45. In the case of cars, the author advises that we _____________.
A. cancel the speed limit
B. further improve their performance
C. change models every two years
D. improve their durability (耐久性)
B
It was 1961 and I was in the fifth grade. My marks in school were miserable and, the thing was, I didn’t know enough to really care. My older bother and I lived with Mom in a dingy multi-family house in Detroit. We watched TV every night. The background noise of our lives was gunfire and horses’ hoofs from “Wagon Train” or “Cheyenne”, and laughter from “I Love Lucy”, or “Mister Ed”. After supper, we’d sprawl on Mon’s bed and stare for hours at the tube.
But one day Mom changed our world forever. She turned off the TV. Our mother had only been able to get through third grade. But, she was much brighter and smarter than we boys know at the time. She had noticed something in the suburban houses she cleaned—books. So she came home one day, snapped off the TV, sat us down and explained that her sons were going to make something of themselves. “You boys are going to read two books every week,” she said. “And you’re going to write a report on what you read.”
We moaned and complained about how unfair it was. Besides, we didn’t have any books in the house other than Mom’s Bible. But she explained that we would go where the books were: “I’ll drive you to the library.”
So pretty soon there were these two peevish boys sitting in her white 1959 Oldsmobile on their way to Detroit Public Library. I wandered reluctantly among the children’s books. I loved animals, so when I saw some books that seemed to be about animals, I started leafing through them.
The first book I read clear through was Chip the Dam Builder. It was about beavers. For the first time in my life I was lost in another world. No television program had ever taken me so far away from my surroundings as did this verbal visit to a cold stream in a forest and these animals building a home.
It didn’t dawn on me at the time, but the experience was quite different from watching TV. There were images forming in my mind instead of before my eyes. And I could return to them again and again with the flip of a page.
Soon I began to look forward to visiting this hushed sanctuary form my other world. I moved from animals to plants, and then to rocks. Between the covers of all those books were whole worlds, and I was free to go anywhere in them. Along the way a funny thing happened: I started to know things. Teachers started to notice it too. I got to the point where I couldn’t wait to get home to my books.
Now my older brother is an engineer and I am chief of pediatric neurosurgery at John Hopkins Children’s Center in Baltimore. Sometimes I still can’t believe my life’s journey, from a failing and indifferent student in a Detroit public school to this position, which takes me all over the world to teach and perform critical surgery.
But I know when the journey began the day Mom snapped off the TV set and put us in her Oldsmobile for that drive to the library.
46. We can learn form the beginning of the passage that ___________.
A. the author and his brother had done well in school
B. the author had been very concerned about his school work
C. the author had spent much time watching TV after school
D. the author had realized how important schooling was
47. Which of the following is not true about the author’s family
A. He came from a middle-class family.
B. He came from a single-parent family.
C. His mother worked as a cleaner.
D. His mother had received little education.
48. The mother was ____________ to make her two sons switch to reading books.
A. hesitant B. unprepared C. reluctant D. determined
49. How did the two boys feel about going to the library at first
A. They were afraid B. They were reluctant.
C. They were impatient. D. They were eager to go.
50. The author began to love books for the following reasons EXCEPT that ___________.
A. he began to see something in his mind
B. he could visualize what he read in his mind
C. he could go back to read the books again
D. he realized that books offered him new experience
C
Standard English is the formal English that you need to use when you write in coursework or in the exam. Standard English is the form of English you learn in school. All written English should be standard—that means it should be clear enough for anyone in Britain to understand it. Standard English developed as the main form of printed English in the 15th Century. At the time, every region of Britain used to spell words differently, but printers needed a fixed spelling. Printers like Caxton chose the East Midlands dialect form which was used in London and the South East. Soon Standard English replaced all written dialect forms – the other forms of English spoken around the country. It also replaced French and Latin in law and in academic work. In the 18th Century, people wrote dictionaries and grammar books which standardized spelling — Dr Johnson’s Dictionary of 1755 fixed many of the spellings we still use today. All written English should be Standard English — any grammar rules you learn are for Standard English and you will definitely need to learn them to avoid making mistakes in your work. The rules of Standard English mean using the correct forms of words with the correct spellings.
Avoid slang words—words that your teachers or friends wouldn’t understand. You’ll lose marks if the examiners can’t understand what you say or write. Don’t use dialect words. Every region has words or phrases that are only used there. Don’t use them in your coursework, because you won’t be understood. Make sure you revise grammar and punctuation you have learned, and learn the list of commonly misspelled words you have made. Clichés are ideas or sayings which have been used so often that they’ve become boring and unoriginal. Phrases like, “As good as it gets” “At the end of the day” “In the fullness of time” are all clichés. So are images like, “as fierce as a lion” “as cunning as a fox”. If you use them you will sound boring and unimaginative— that could mean you lose marks for writing and speaking style. So avoid clichés.
51. What three things do you have to think about when using English
a. no slang word or dialect b. no grammar and spelling mistake. c. no phrase d. no cliché e. no punctuation
A. abc. B. bcd. C. ade. D. abd.
52. What is standard English
A. the English spoken by British people.
B. the English spoken by American people.
C. the English used in London.
D. the English spoken by British people in 15th Century.
53. What is the cliché according to the passage
A. the English full of slang words.
B. the boring ideas or sayings because of being used often.
C. the long phrases which are used often.
D. all the English which is used outside of London and the southeast of Britain.
54. Why do we need to use Standard English
A. Because no one can understand dialect words.
B. Because there are many kinds of English in the world, we need Standard English to make communication easier.
C. Because local dialect belongs to certain region, not every one can understand it. ( )
D. Because standard English has been used for a long time.
55. Which statement is true
A. Written English should be formal and standard.
B. Standard English means people should use the words from Dr Johnson’s Dictionary.
C. All the spoken English should be Standard English.
D. Standard English replaced all written dialect forms in the 18th century.
第二节：信息匹配（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
请阅读下列应用文及相关信息，并按照要求匹配信息。请在答题卡上将对应题号的相应选项字母涂黑。
以下是有关博物馆、音乐厅、剧院、大学等的信息：
A. National Museums and Galleries on Merseyside represents the full collection of museums and galleries in the city and offers the Eight Pass for a small fee, this enables the visitor a year's unlimited visits to all eight establishments.
B. Although it is mainly associated with classical music, the Philharmonic Hall has branched out into popular music and the varied programme now includes country, rock, jazz and pop concerts; similar acts can be seen at the Empire. There is also the Picket on Hardman Street, and The Life Cafe ( http: / / uk.holidaysguide. / p-travelguide-119705-life_cafe_the_liverpool-i ) on Bold Street also has live music, including the occasional big name wanting to play in a smaller venue.
C. London Theatre may be separated into three parts. One section encompasses the sophisticated end of the theatre spectrum- plenty of Shakespeare and excellent modern plays. There are also the 'West End' shows- this refers to the big productions, not to where they're located. There are many big-production plays and operas that make for a great evening out.
D. Humanities College will set targets in three humanities-based specialist subjects. Applicants must choose a minimum of one key subject from history, geography or English. They will choose two other subjects from the following: religious education, citizenship, classics, English, history and geography.
E. Dance performances tend to center on Sadler's Wells ( http: / / uk.holidaysguide. / p-travelguide-29965-sadler_s_wells_london-i ) theater, where contemporary dance, ballet and opera can all be found. The Royal Festival Hall ( http: / / uk.holidaysguide. / p-travelguide-30481-royal_festival_hall_london-i ) and the The Barbican Centre also house excellent productions, and the ICA is a mecca for experimental dance.
F. Sefton college is the leading specialist catering training centre in the education sector. Everyday we offer healthy, innovation and exciting menus, which meet the government standards. We have provided catering and cleaning services to Saint Francis Xaviers College and the whole Liverpool for many years and recently won the contract to supply catering to Manchester. So join us, you will get lot of practice.
以下是与广告相关的五个年青人，请匹配与他们各自可能去的地方。
56. Jon Murphy: I have worked for six months in California and have been to places as far as Bangkok, Australia, Canada and throughout Europe. Working with the communities is fantastic.
57. James Barton: I suppose I was born with a love of music. Everyday, I listen to music for at least two hours and music bands are my favourite.
58. Jane Lake: I was at university studying Religious Studies and English. And now my area of practice is painting and drawing.
59. Dave Kirby: I met my great friend Andrew Schofield and it was probably he who introduced me to the theatre and plays.
60. Gary Birkett: Being a chef involves a lot of work. Not only do you have to cook but you learn about stock control, sourcing quality food, compiling rosters and creating attractive and exciting menus.
第四部分：写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节：基础写作（共1小题，满分15分）
你是2008年北京奥运会的一名英语志愿者，除了给来自世界各地的运动员提供帮助外，你的另一使命是向他们传播中国文化, 其中包括中国传统节日的介绍。请根据下面的提示用英语写一篇短文，向他们介绍中国的端午节。
［写作内容］
名称 端午节
历史 2000多年
时间 每年的农历五月初五； 初夏，标志着一年最热季节的开始
庆祝活动 赛龙舟。以前：只有中国人庆祝；现在：越来越多外国人参加赛龙舟活动
特色食品 把糯米包裹在新鲜的竹叶里的粽子
［写作要求］
使用5个句子表达全部的内容。
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第二节：读写任务（共1小题，满分25分）
阅读下面短文，然后按照要求写一篇150字左右的英语短文。
Life is filled with challenges. As we get older we come to realize that those challenges are the very things that shape us and make us who we are, it is the same with the challenges that come with friendship.
When we are faced with a challenge, we usually have two choices: we can try to beat if off, or we can decide that the thing presenting the challenges isn’t worth the trouble and call it quits. Although there are certainly times when calling it quits is the right thing to do, in most cases all that is needed is commitment and communication.
When we are committed to something, it means that no matter how painful or how uncomfortable something is, we will always choose to face it and work through instead of running away from munication is making a space for discussion and talking about how you feel as opposed to just saying what the other person did wrong. If you can say to a friend, “I got my feelings hurt.” rather than “You hurt my feelings.” You are going to be able to solve the problem much faster.
In dealing with many challenges that friendship will bring to you, try to see them for what they are: small hurdles you need to jump or get through on your way through life. Nothing is so big that it is impossible to get over, and hurt only serves to make us stronger. It’s all part of growing up. It happens to everyone, and some day you will look back on all of this and say, “Hard as it was, it made me who I am today. And that’s a good thing.”
［写作内容］
1） 以约30个词概括短文的要点；
2） 然后以约120个词就“在生活或学习中如何面对挑战”这个主题发表看法，并包括如下要点：
① 在生活或学习上，你曾经遇到过什么比较大的挑战？
② 你是如何面对这个挑战的？你成功了吗？
③ 对你面对挑战的经历，你有何感悟？
［写作要求］
1）可以使用实例或其他论述方法支持你的观点，也可以参照阅读材料的内容，但不得直接引用原文中的句子；
2）题目自拟。
答案与解析
I. 听力(共两节，满分35分)
第一节：听力理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）
1-5 BACCA 6-10 CCBBC 11-15 BABAA
第二节：听取信息（共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分）
16. Sunnyside Inn 17. too expensive 18. non-smoking room 19. 88 dollars 20. March 20th
II. 语言知识及应用（共两节，满分35分）
第一节：完形填空（共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分）
21. A 由in a certain order可知，是文章的结构。
22. C 由下句的go through可知，这里应选与之同义的cover(经过)。
23. D 由前面的many years和后面的capture one moment可知，这里应是short period。
24. C 与the past(过去)搭配应当是“回忆”。
25. D 由前面的two views of events和后面的例子“有时像小孩，有时像成人”，后来描写的第二种情况与前面亲眼目睹的情况不一样。reflect on意为“有损于”。
26. B 由与之相对的adult可知，这里填child。
27. A 由与之并列的and how可知，是指把各个事件组织起来的“方式”。
28. D 因为这是either…or…(或者……或者……)结构，而or后是by chance(意外地)，前面就应是deliberate (故意的)。
29. B 由or前面的angry可知，选同样表示情感的并与之意义相反的joyful。
30. C 表示“得出结论”，是draw conclusions。
第二节：语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
本文是讲如何写摘要：仔细读懂全文，提练主旨，去掉细节，按规定字数写。
31. Summarizing 作主语，表示一般情况，用动名词。
32. the 上文已有a text，此处表示特指。
33. Once 两句间没有连词，此处填连词；根据两句间的逻辑关系，并结合上文的You can’t…if…句来理解，填Once最佳。
34. what 动词(working out)后的从句应为宾语从句，引导宾语从句并在从句中作主语，用连接代词what。
35. are told 因及物动词tell后没有宾语，可见要用被动语态，意为按要求的字数写summary，不要多写。
36. which\that 引导定语从句并在从句中作主语，先行词是information，用which或that，指可能相关的其它信息。
37. like 表示举例或列举，用like (=for example例如，比方)。
38. than 由more可知，要用than表示比较级。
39. definitely 修饰谓语动词作状语，用副词形式。
40. if 前后两句间没有连词，一定是填连词；两句间在逻辑上是条件(后句)与结果(前句)的关系，引导条件状语从句用if。
III. 阅读（共两节，满分40分）
第一节：阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）
(A)本文批评了一种社会现象：随着商品和服务的改进，商家劝说人们花钱不断更新产品，以获得更高享受。作者分析指出，当产品性能发展到一定水平之后，花钱去获得款式等方面小的改变是得不偿失的，没有必要的。
41. D 推理判断题。由第四句“…but are the improvements really worth paying for ”及第五句可推出答案。
42. A 细节理解题。由第二句可知答案。
43. B 细节理解题。由第七句“but wouldn’t it be better to see airfares drop dramatically…”可推知答案。
44. C 细节理解题。由第四句中的“further progress is very limited and very, very expensive”可知答案。
45. D 细节理解题。由倒数第二句中的“which are made to last”可知。
(B)本文作者讲述了自己童年的一段经历：他和他的哥哥如何在母亲的督促下，放弃看电视转而去图书馆阅读书籍，从一开始的不情愿到后来逐渐被书中的知识所吸引，进而对书爱不释手，最终学业有成、事业成功。
46. C 细节理解题。由第一段最后一句可知，此处tube(显像管)，at the tube其实就是指看电视，由下段的前两句表示转折的话也可知前段是说他两兄弟花很多时间看电视。
47. A 推理判断题。由第二段第三句Our mother had only been able to get through third grade.可知D正确；由第二段第四句中in the suburban houses she cleaned可知C正确；由第一段第三句My older bother and I lived with Mom可知B正确；排除B，C和D可知选A。另外，从第一段第三句和第四句描写的他们生活的环境情况看，也可知选项A不合事实。
48. D 推理判断题。从第二、三和四段可知答案，尽管作者和他brother都moaned and complained，及reluctant，他母亲还是毅然把他们drive 到the library，可见她的态度是“坚决的”。
49. B 细节理解题。由第三段第一句We moaned and complained…可知，他们最初是“不愿意的”。
50. D 细节理解题。由第六段第一句but the experience…可知选项D对；由第二句images forming in my mind可知选项B对；由最后一句I could return to them again and again可知选项C对。
46. C 由第一段的后三句可知。“Wagon Train”， “Cheyenne” “I Love Lucy”,，“Mister Ed”均是电视剧名，最后一句的stare for hours at the tube(显像管)，指的也是长时间看电视。另外，由下段的前两句表示转折的话也可知前段是说他两兄弟花很多时间看电视。
50. D 由There were images forming in my mind instead of before my eyes可知A 、B均是作者喜欢读书的原因；由最后一句I could return to them again and again可知选项C对；由It didn’t dawn on me at the time可知作者当时并未意识到读书能给他予新的体验，故选D。dawn on sb. 意为“使某人明白什么”。
(C)本文介绍了Standard English的历史和为什么使用Standard English，告诉读者使用英语时要注意些什么。
51. D 细节理解题。由第二段的Avoid slang words和Don’t use dialect words可知a对；由Make sure you revise grammar…misspelled words可知b对；由最后一句So avoid clichés可知d对，故选项D正确。
52. C 细节理解题。由第一段第四和第六句可知。
53. B 细节理解题。由第二段第六句Clichés are ideas or sayings…可知。
54. C 细节理解题。由第一段第三句和第二段第四句可知。
55. A 细节理解题。由第一段第三句可知。
第二节：信息匹配（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
56-60: DBACF
IV. 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节：基础写作（共1小题，满分15分）
The Dragon Boat Festival, with a history of more than 2000 years, falls on the fifth day of the fifth month of the lunar year. As it is in early summer, it marks the beginning of the hottest season of the year. In the old days, dragon boat races were organized only by the Chinese people. However, in recent years, people from other cultures have also taken part in the races and enjoyed the fun. The special food for this festival is called zongzi, which is sticky rice in fresh bamboo leaves.
第二节：读写任务（共1小题，满分25分）
Challenges Make Us Who We Are
The passage tells us that when we are faced with challenges, all we need is commitment and communication. After dealing with many challenges, we will come to realize that it is challenges that shape us.
Life is filled with challenges. In my study, I always meet with new challenges. When I was in Senior One, I used to fail my final math exams. This was a serious problem because math is a very important subject. However, I did not quit. I listened to the teacher attentively in class. I also bought some reference books and did as many exercises as I could. Besides, I turned to my teacher and classmates for help. In the end, after several months’ hard work, I passed the final exam.
Looking back on this, I realize that whatever challenges I am faced with, if I can spare no efforts and never give up, I will get them over. What’s more, those challenges make me who I am.
听力录音材料
第一节：听力理解
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第1至第3三个小题。
Roger: Hello.
Ann: Hello Roger This is Ann.
Roger: Oh hi, Ann. How have you been And how's your new apartment working out ( http: / / esl- / live / livesc1.htm" \l "key#key )
Ann: Well, that's what I'm calling about. You see, I've decided to look for a new place.
Roger: Oh, what's the problem with your place now I thought you liked the apartment.
Ann: Oh, I do, but it's a little far from campus, and the commute ( http: / / esl- / live / livesc1.htm" \l "key#key ) is just killing me. Do you think you could help I thought you might know more about the housing situation near the university.
Roger: Alright. So, what kind of place are you looking for
Ann: Well, I'd like to share an apartment with one or two roommates within walking distance to school.
Roger: Okay, what's your budget like I mean how much do you want to spend on rent
Ann: Uh, somewhere under $200 a month, including utilities ( http: / / esl- / live / livesc1.htm" \l "key#key ), if I could. Oh, and I'd prefer to rent a furnished ( http: / / esl- / live / livesc1.htm" \l "key#key ) apartment.
Roger: Hmm. And anything else
Ann: Yeah, I need a parking space.
Roger: Well, I know there's an apartment complex around the corner that seems to have a few vacancies ( http: / / esl- / live / livesc1.htm" \l "key#key ). I'll drop by there on my way to class today.
Ann: Hey, thanks a lot.
Roger: No problem.
听第2段对话，回答第4至第6三个小题。
Paul: Sara, I've been looking forward to our yearly campout for three weeks. [Me too] It's going to be a wonderful day for hiking tomorrow. The great outdoors. Camping under the stars . This is the life.
Sara: Yeah, but Paul, I'm a little bit worried about the weather though. The weatherman said it was going to rain later tonight.
Paul: Ah. nonsense ( http: / / esl- / camp / campsc1.htm" \l "key#key ). Nothing can spoil ( http: / / esl- / camp / campsc1.htm" \l "key#key ) our adventure. Those weather reports are never right.
Sara: And it said there was a chance of high winds.
Paul: Ah. Don't worry.
[thunder]
Sara: Paul. Paul. Did you remember to bring our raincoats just in case, like I told you
[light rain]
Paul: Uh . . . no. I left them on the front porch ( http: / / esl- / camp / campsc1.htm" \l "key#key ).
[heavy rain]
Sara: What are we going to do now
Paul: We'll have to sleep in the car! Hurry get in!
[door shut]
Sara: So, Paul, what are we going to do now
Paul: How about playing a card game
Sara: Uhh. I left them next to the picnic table. [Hmmm] Hey, you don't want me to go out in this rain and get them, do you
Paul: No. That's okay. So what now
Sara: Well, we could head down ( http: / / esl- / camp / campsc1.htm" \l "key#key ) the mountain and stay at that hotel we passed on the way up, or go home.
Paul: Hmm, why don't we just make the best of it ( http: / / esl- / camp / campsc1.htm" \l "key#key ) here and hope the weather clears.
Sara: That's a good idea.
听第3段对话，回答第7至第9三个小题。
Maria: Oh, hi Dave. Long time, no see!
Dave: Hi Maria. I was in the neighborhood, so I thought I'd drop by.
Maria: Come on in. [Thanks.] Take a seat. Would you like anything to drink I have Sprite or orange juice.
Dave: Sprite would be fine. Uh, so, how have you been
Maria: Oh, not bad. And you
Dave: Oh, I'm doing okay, but school has been really hectic ( http: / / esl- / school1 / schsc1.htm" \l "words#words ) these days, and I haven't had time to relax.
Maria: By the way, what's your major ( http: / / esl- / school1 / schsc1.htm" \l "words#words ) anyway
Dave: Hotel management.
Maria: Well, what do you want to do once you graduate
Dave: Uh... I haven't decided for sure, but I think I'd like to work for a hotel or travel agency in this area. How about you
Maria: Well, when I first started college, I wanted to major in French, but I realized I might have a hard time finding a job using the language, so I changed majors to computer science. [Oh]. With the right skills, landing a job ( http: / / esl- / school1 / schsc1.htm" \l "words#words ) in the computer industry shouldn't be as difficult.
Dave: So, do you have a part-time job to support yourself through school
Maria: Well, fortunately for me, I received a four-year academic scholarship [Wow] that pays for all of my tuition and books.
Dave: Wow. That's great.
Maria: Yeah. How about you Are you working your way through school ( http: / / esl- / school1 / schsc1.htm" \l "words#words )
Dave: Yeah. I work three times a week at a restaurant near campus.
Maria: Oh. What do you do there
Dave: I'm a cook.
Maria: How do you like your job
Dave: It's okay. The other workers are friendly, and the pay isn't bad.
听第4段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。
Man: Let me see now. Which train do I need to get on
Woman: Excuse me. Do you need any help
Man: Yes, I want to go to Tokyo Tower, but I'm really lost. This is my first visit to Japan, so I have no idea on how to ride the trains.
Woman: First, you need to buy a ticket to your destination ( http: / / esl- / train / trainsc1.htm" \l "key#key ). [Um-HUH] From here, it's a hundred and thirty yen.
Man: A hundred thirty yen. Okay.
Woman: Then, get on the Hibiya Subway Line at platform ( http: / / esl- / train / trainsc1.htm" \l "words#words ) number 4.
Man: Number 4, alright. Oh, and how often do the trains come around this time of day
Woman: Usually, they come about every six minutes or so.
Man: Alright. And where do I get off the train.
Woman: Get off at Kamiyacho Station, three stops from here. The sign at the station is written in English, so you'll be able to read it.
Man: Three stops. Got it. Thanks for your help.
Woman: No problem. Good luck.
听第5段对话，回答第13至第15三个小题。
Waiter: Hi. Welcome to Heavenly Pies. May I take your order
Woman: Uh . . . yes. I'd like the chicken fried steak.
Waiter: Okay. Would you like fries, bread, or rice with your meal ( http: / / esl- / pie1 / piesc1.htm" \l "key#key )
Woman: Umm. I'll take the rice
Waiter: Would you care ( http: / / esl- / pie1 / piesc1.htm" \l "key#key ) for anything to drink
Woman: Yeah. I'll take a medium Sprite.
Waiter: I'm sorry. We only have large or small.
Woman: Well, in that case, uh, I'll have a small Sprite.
Waiter: Okay. A small Sprite. And what kind of dressing would you like with your salad. It comes with the fried steak.
Woman: What dressings do you have
Waiter: We have French, Italian, blue cheese, and ranch.
Woman: Oh! Ranch, please.
Waiter: Would you like anything else
Woman: Well, I'd like to see you pie menu. That's the main reason why I like to dine ( http: / / esl- / pie1 / piesc1.htm" \l "key#key ) here.
Waiter: Oh, I'm so sorry, but we aren't serving pies today.
Woman: Huh
Waiter: Well, you see, Dave, our baker, slipped on a banana peel back in our kitchen two days ago, and injured ( http: / / esl- / pie1 / piesc1.htm" \l "key#key ) his back. [Oh] He'll be out for at least two weeks. In the meantime, we're serving ice cream sundaes instead. Sorry.
Woman: Wow. I'm sorry to hear that. I hope he gets better soon
[第一节到此结束]
第二节：听取信息
听下面一段对话，请根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入答题卡标号为16—20的空格中。听录音前，你将有10秒钟的阅题时间。录音读两遍，你将有80秒钟的作答时间。
Hotel Clerk: Hello. Sunnyside Inn. May I help you
Man: Yes, I'd like to reserve a room for two on the 21st of March.
Hotel Clerk: Okay. Let me check our books here for a moment. The 21st of May, right
Man: No. March, not May.
Hotel Clerk: Oh, sorry. Let me see here. Hmmm.
Man: Are you all booked that night
Hotel Clerk: Well, we do have one suite ( http: / / esl- / hotel1 / hotlsc1.htm" \l "key#key ) available, complete with a kitchenette ( http: / / esl- / hotel1 / hotlsc1.htm" \l "key#key ) and a sauna bath. And the view of the city is great, too.
Man: How much is that
Hotel Clerk: It's only $200 dollars, plus a 10% room tax.
Man: Oh, that's a little too expensive for me. Do you have a cheaper room available either on the 20th or the 22nd
Hotel Clerk: Well, would you like a smoking or a non-smoking room
Man: Non-smoking, please.
Hotel Clerk: Okay, we do have a few rooms available on the 20th; we're full on the 22nd, unless you want a smoking room.
Man: Well, how much is the non-smoking room on the 20th
Hotel Clerk: $80 dollars, plus the 10% room tax.
Man: Okay, that'll be fine.
Hotel Clerk: All right. Could I have your name, please
Man: Yes. Bob Maexner.
Hotel Clerk: How do you spell your last name, Mr. Maexner
Man: M-A-E-X-N-E-R.
Hotel Clerk: Okay, Mr. Maexner, we look forward to seeing you on March 20th.
Man: Okay. Goodbye.
[第二节到此结束]2009年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试(广东卷)
英语模拟卷四
本试卷共8页，四大题，满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：1．答卷前，考生务必用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名和考生号、试室号、座位号填写在答题卡上。用2B铅笔将试卷类型(A)填涂在答题卡相应位置上。将条形码横贴在答题卡右上角“条形码粘贴处”。
2．选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案，答案不能答在试卷上。
3．非选择题必须用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
4．考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，将试卷和答题卡一并交回。
I. 听力 (共两节，满分35分)
第一节：听力理解(5段共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)
每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据 各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
听第1段对话，回答第1至第3三个小题。
1. When will Susan be back
A. Around lunch time. B. At 1:30p.m. C. In about an hour.
2. What did Lisa ask Bryant to do
A B C
3. Which of the following is true about Bryant
A. He is very busy.
B. He often plays table tennis.
C. His knee hurts a lot.
听第2段对话，回答第4至第6三个小题。
4. About how old was the man when he returned to the United States
A. Seven years old.
B. Ten years old.
C. Seventeen years old.
5. What is the man studying
A. Physics.
B. Biology.
C. Psychology.
6. Which of the following isn't true according to the conversation
A. Tom's brother works at the same company as the woman.
B. Jenny's parents first met in Chile.
C. Tom's parents have been living overseas for at least 20 years.
听第3段对话，回答第7至第9三个小题。
7. How long will it take James Joyce to his working place from home
A. It will take him fifteen minutes.
B. It will take him twenty—five minutes.
C. It will take hime thirty—five minutes.
8. When will James Joyce get Mr. Martin's message
A. Wednesday afternoon. B. Thursday afternoon. C. Friday afternoon.
9. What can we infer from the dialogue
A. The Martins will not say at the Holiday Inn.
B. James Joyce is now living in Brisbane.
C. James Joyce will meet the Martins on Friday morning.
听第4段独白，回答第10至12第3三个小题。
10. What will you do first before you hold a party
A. Think of what you want to do carefully.
B. Just think about something small that pleases your guests.
C. Just let everything go on in its own way.
11. Why do you often find that some good ideas are not used at the end of the party
A. Because you have forgotten those small details at the party.
B. Because you have only put your mind on those small details at the party.
C. Because those small details will advance and change at times at the party.
12. How can you have your guests impressed at the party
A. Try to make your party characterized.
B. Try to make your party simple.
C. Try to make your party perfect.
听第5段对话，回答第13至第15三个小题。
13. How does the woman feel about speaking in public
A. She dislikes talking and hates to meet new people.
B. She enjoys talking and is fond of meeting new people.
C. She loves talking but is tired of meeting new people.
14. Why does the woman not mind working with young people
A. She likes helping people and the young need help.
B. She likes to help the people she is familiar with.
C. She likes to help the people she does not know.
15. When will the woman get the result of the interview
A. In around five days. B. In a week. C. In less then five days.
第二节：听取信息(共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分)
听下面一段对话，请根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入答题卡标号为16—20的空格中。听录音前，你将有10秒钟的阅题时间。录音读两遍，你将有80秒钟的作答时间。
Information about lost property record
Owner’s name Mrs. Janet Power Phone number 16. _______________
Home address 116 New York Street
Details Property A rectangle 17. _______________ which costs $210
Colour Brown
Content license, car keys, a purse with 18 _________ cash and a visa card
Place In the 19. ________________ on the 4th floor
Time About 20. ______________
II. 英语知识运用（共两节，满分35分）
第一节：完形填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从1—10各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A British man who went on a wild spending spree(狂欢) after doctors said he only had a short time to live wants compensation because the diagnosis(诊断) was wrong and he is now healthy—but broke.
John Brandrick, 62, was diagnosed with liver cancer two years ago and told that he would probably ___21___within a year.
He quit his job, sold or gave away ___22___ all his possessions, stopped paying his mortgage and spent his ___23___ dining out and going on holiday.
Brandrick was left with little more than the black suit, white shirt and red tie that he had planned to be ___24___ in when it became known a year later that his suspected “tumor(肿瘤)” was no more than a non-life ___25___ inflammation(炎症) of liver.
“When they tell you you’ve got a limited time and everything you do is ___26___ life,” Brandrick, from Cornwall in the west of England, told Sky television.
“I’m really pleased that I’ve got a second ___27__ in life; but if you haven’t got no money after all this, which is my fault —I ___28___ it all —they should pay something back.”
If he can’t get compensation, he is considering selling his house or accusing the hospital that diagnosed him. The hospital has said that while it ___29___ with Brandrick, a review of his case showed no ___30___ diagnosis that have been made.
21. A. recover B. cure C. die D. ache
22. A. almost B. most C. already D. nearly
23. A. savings B. accounts C. cheques D. cash
24. A. sold B. buried C. displayed D. hidden
25. A. astonishing B. threatening C. disappointing D. surprising
26. A. waste B. end C. extend D. enjoy
27. A. job B. suit C. chance D. liver
28. A. spent B. lost C. lent D. deposited
29. A. sympathizes B. agrees C. deals D. argue
30. A. correct B. different C. serious D. exact
第二节：语法填空（共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，根据上下文填入适当的词语，或使用括号中的词语的适当形式填空，并将答案填写在答卷标号为11-20的相应位置。
When you start talking about good and bad manners you immediately start meeting difficulties. Many people just cannot agree ___31___ they mean. We asked a lady, who replied that she thought you could tell a well-mannered person ___32__ the way they occupied the space around them. However, ___33___second person thought that this was ___34___ a question of civilized behavior than good manners. Instead, this other person told us a story about an American who ___35__ (invite) to an Arab meal in one of the countries of the Middle East. The American hadn’t been told much about the kind of food he might expect. ___36__ he had known about Arab food, he might have behaved better. Immediately before him was a very flat piece of bread that looked, to him, very much like a napkin. ___37___ (pick) it up, he put it into his collar, so that it fell across his shirt. His Arab host, who had been watching, said nothing, __38___ immediately copied the ___39___ (act) of his guest. And that, said ___40___ second person, was a fine example of good manners.
III. 阅读（共两节，满分40分）
第一节：阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Moving in with a boyfriend causes women to eat more unhealthily and put on weight. But the opposite is true for men, whose long-term health benefits when they move in with a female partner.
Dieticians at Newcastle University said both partners try to please one another, and so change their dietary habits to suit their other half.
It leads men to eat more light meals, such as salads, fruit and vegetables, while women choose to make creamier, heavier dishes curry or rich pasta sauces, which may please their partner.
Women still have the strongest long-term influence over the couple’s diet and lifestyle, as they still have the traditional role of shopper and cook in most households.
The report, by Newcastle University’s Human Nutrition Research Centre, reviewed the finding of a variety of research projects from the UK, North America and Australia, which looked at the eating and lifestyle habits of couples.
The research shows that women are more likely to put on weight and increase their consumption of foods high in fat and sugar when they move in with their partner.
Women also use food as a comfort when dealing with emotional stress and have been found to gain weight when a relationship ends, while the same finding has not been observed in men.
Many couples reported food as being central to their partnership, and eating together in the evening was particularly important to many.
Report author and registered dietician Dr. Amelia Lake said, “The research has shown that your partner is a strong influence on lifestyle and people who are trying to live healthier lives should take this factor into consideration.”
41. According to the passage, moving in with a girlfriend, men _______.
A. have few changes of their dietary habits
B. have to eat more unhealthy foods
C. don’t like foods high in fat and sugar at all
D. try to eat foods that their girlfriends like
42. The underlined word “light”(in Paragraph 4 ) probably means ________.
A. not very heavy
B. less in fat and sugar
C. gentle
D. not serious or important
43. According to the report by Newcastle University’s Human Nutrition Research Centre, ________.
A. women put on weight only because they want to suit their other half
B. when men are faced with emotional stress, they will change their dietary habits
C. eating together in the evening is a good way to communicate for couples
D. it is wrong to change your dietary habits to suit your partner
44. From the passage, we can infer that _________.
A. women should pay more attention to their partner’s influence on them
B. more men will play roles of shopper and cook in most households
C. couples will not change their dietary habits and lifestyle to please their partner
D. long-term health of men benefits when they move in with a female partner
45. What would be the best title for the passage
A. Don’t be silly any more, women!
B. Which are better dietary habits
C. Boyfriends make you fat
D. Dr. Amelia Lake and his study
B
There are many thoughts on the origins of civilization. One of the major factors involved was the increase in population. The development of techniques, primarily irrigation and flood control, which permitted agriculture in special areas such as the flood plain of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, made possible the support of large population. Once populations reach a certain number, the older pattern of social organization breaks down and new ones develop. Specifically the older system, whereby each individual participated in food production and maintained a similar standard of living and whereby kinship(家属关系) served as the basic method of social organization, was replaced by the occupational division of labor, political and religious hierarchies(等级制度), public works such as road and public building construction, class systems, codes of law, markets, new forms of warfare, and urban centres. Allied with these important sociological traits are material traits, such as monumental architecture and the development of science and, in many cases, metallurgy(冶金学) and writing sustems.
The earliest civilization, Sumer, developed in the Middle East. This was the Bronze Age of the Old World, during which people first developed the art of metallurgy, civilization also arose in other parts of the Old World, first in Eygpt, China, and India, and later in Europe and Africa. At this time, civilization also developed independently in the New World, in the Mexican area and in Peru and its adjacent(邻近的) areas.
In the Old World the Bronze Age was followed by the Iron Age, which saw the rise and fall of great empires and the shift of power from the Middle East to Greece and Rome and then to Western Europe. In the 1700s the Industrial Age began, leading directly to the modern civilization of today.
46. The author of this passage __________________________________.
A. gives a comparison between ancient civilization and modern civilization
B. suggests that population increase is most important in the development of civilization
C. tries to explain how civilization developed in human history
D. explore the relation between agriculture and industry
47. According to the first paragraph, the increase in population _____________________.
A. resulted in the development of agricultural technology
B. resulted from the breakdown of old social organization
C. caused the occupational division of labor
D. was impossible without the development of agriculture
48. The word “traits” in Paragraph One most likely means ___________________________.
A. main appearances B. great achievements
C. distinguishing features D. outstanding successes
49. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage
A. The Bronze Age is one of the earliest civilizations.
B. The Industrial Age started in the Middle East.
C. The Bronze Age developed into the Iron Age.
D. The use of metal instruments started from the Bronze Age.
50. Which of the following is NOT included in the expression “the Old World” used in the passage
A. American continent. B. Both Western and Eastern Europe.
C. African continent. D. Asian countries.
C
In the US and Britain, the slogan around colleges was “Save water. Shower with a friend.” Now, Wuhan University has come up with another system for the campus bathhouse. It charges students for the amount of time in a shower. Before entering the bathhouse, students pay for the amount of time they want in the shower with cash or their student ID card. The clock starts ticking the minute the tape is turned on. It pauses when a button is pressed for soap. An integrated circuit(IC) card reader at each tap shows the time. No money, no water. The benefits of the new system can be seen with the old system, which charged 1 yuan for each person regardless of time in the shower. The university used about 320 tones of water daily under the old system, but only 160 tons now.
Many students use the new system but opinions on it are divided. Some students say it is bad because bathing had become a sort of race. Many people using it for the first time are not sure how long they need to shower. Some might be embarrassed if their time is up and they’re still covered in soap. They have to ask the bathhouse worker to help them buy extra time.
“It’s a flaw in the system that you can not buy extra time on the ID card,” said Ren, a freshman in Wuhan University. The university is also considering some students’ suggestions that they be allowed to pay after they’ve finished the shower. Not surprisingly, some are complaining about losing the hour shower. But many students say the move helps them develop a water-saving sense.
Without the time limits, most students tended to shower for 30 to an hour in the bathhouse.
Some even used the hot water to wash their clothes. “In my experience, 10-20 minutes is enough,” said Dai Zhihua, a third-year student who usually takes 8 minutes.
A similar system has been installed in other universities. Shanghai Normal University introduced it at its Fengxiang Campus in September. The bathing fee there is 0.2 yuan per minute. One male student responded by setting a record with a two-minute shower.
51. According to the passage, which of the following is NOT true
A. Students pay for the amount of time they want in the shower.
B. The clock times all through while the student is bathing except when the bather paused for soap.
C. If money runs out, there will be no water.
D. Having finished bathing, the student has to pay for it.
52. The underline word “flaw” (Paragraph3) most probably means______.
A. perfection B. advantage C. pity D. fault
53. Since the new system has performed, ______ of water can be saved.
A. a quarter B. one third C. one half D. two thirds
54. It can be inferred from the passage that______.
A. the new operation can solve the water crisis.
B. The new operation can raise students’ environmental awareness.
C. a similar operation has been set in other universities.
D. The university has saved a lot of water by using the new system.
55. In which column can you find this passage
A. People. B. Society. C. Campus Life. D. Lifestyle.
第二节 信息匹配（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
请阅读下列应用文及相关信息，并按照要求匹配信息。请在答题卡上将对应题号的相应选项字母涂黑。
首先，请阅读下列的应用文：
A. Chapter One. …you probably have an image in your mind of what the “perfect’ or “ideal” body looks like. Try not to press yourself to look that way. Each person is born with genes that control the shape of his / her body. Everyone is different. It’s important to be comfortable with the body you have.
B. Chapter Two. …You use energy for everything you do. That energy comes from the food you eat. Too much food or too little exercise causes your body to store the extra energy in fat cells. But, if you exercise regularly and eat a healthy diet, you’ll feel healthier and stronger not to mention look great.
C. Chapter Three. … Your body runs best on foods high in carbohydrates and low in fat and sugar. Eating a healthy diet will provide your body with everything it needs to run smoothly. Your body breaks down proteins into amino acids(氨基酸), so you don’t need to take in the amino acids separately.
D. Chapter Four. …Exercise does more than just burn calories. For instance, regular exercise makes your muscles strong and flexible, and increases the amount of muscle you have. It also makes your heart stronger and lowers your blood pressure; …
E. Chapter Five. …Always warm up and stretch for 5-10 minutes before you do strength or endurance exercises. Afterwards, take 10 minutes to cool down. Your heart should beat normally when you stop. Exercising with a group may help you to exercise regularly.
F. Chapter Six. …Supplementation of a mixture of essential amino acids will increase protein synthesis (蛋白质综合体). While supplementing with either carbohydrate or amino acids may limit muscle damage and stimulate (激励) protein synthesis, there is increasing evidence that the combination can have an addictive effect.
信息匹配
以下是与上述章节相关的读者，请匹配读者和他/她需要了解的相关信息的所在章节。
56. Charity. He always breathes heavily and his heart beats irregularly when he finishes his exercise. He wonders whether there is something wrong with his body or whether he is not suited for physical exercises.
57. Wander. She likes eating meat a lot every day as she thinks that meat can provide people with energy. Besides, she does sports on weekends. However, she is not energetic enough to face the pressure.
58. Helly. She has tried many ways of keeping fit, but she still gets fat because of stress from work. She doesn’t look well.
59. Tammy. He is a Grade One college student majoring in gymnastics. He must write a passage about what a healthy body is.
60. Pandy. He is a coach, working in a gym. He will start a new course next month on how to lose weight. For the first few lessons, he is going to talk about why people have to exercise.
IV. 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节：基础写作（满分15分）
请根据以下的情景说明，使用5个规范的句子描述全部所给的信息内容。
[情景说明]
假设你是一名导游，将带团到广东霞山。出发前你对美国游客们简单介绍当天的行程和其他事项。
[写作内容]
(1)霞山位于广东北部，距广州280公里，乘车6小时；
(2)在韶关市停留一小时，吃午饭；
(3)下午5点到南雄，晚宿南雄宾馆，第二天去游玩霞山；
(4)路途遥远，艰难，但沿途你会介绍美景和趣闻让游客忘记疲劳。
[写作要求]
(1)只能使用5个句子介绍以上全部内容；
(2)短文的开头已为你写好。
Ladies and gentlemen,
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第二节：读写任务（共1小题，满分25分）
阅读下面的短文，然后按照要求一篇150字左右的英语短文。
One night when my wife was preparing dinner, our little son took a piece of paper to her which read:
For washing the car---- $5.00
Playing with little sister---- $0.25
Getting a good report card----$5.00
For sweeping the common corridor--- $2.00
Total---$12.25
His mother looked at him standing there expecting payment. She picked up the pen and turning the paper over, this is what she wrote：
For 10 months I carried you---- No charge
For the toys, food and clothes ---- No charge
The full cost of my love ---- No charge
When he finished reading, he had big tears in his eyes. He looked at his mother and said, “Mummy, I love you!” Then he took the pen and in great big letters wrote on the “bill”: “All paid.”
[写作内容]
1. 以约30词概括短文的内容要点。
2. 以约120词，以“母爱无价”为题，记一件有关母爱的感人事件，并包括：
(1)描述你的感受；
(2)总结你对母爱的看法。
[写作要求]
(1)你可以使用实例或其他论述方法支持你的论点，也可以参照阅读材料的内容，但是不要抄袭阅读材料中的句子；
(2)标题自定。
参考答案
I. 听力(共两节，满分35分)
第一节：听力理解
1. C 2. C 3. C 4. C 5. C 6. C 7. B 8. A 9. B 10. A 11. C 12. A 13. B 14. A 15. B
第二节：听取信息
16. 12788653298 17. travelling bag 18. over $700 19. Italy Restaurant 20. 5:30 pm
II. 语言知识及应用（共两节，满分35分）
第一节：完形填空(共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分)
本文是讲英国一男子因被误诊为癌症而破产，欲向医院提出索赔。
21. C 由上文的only had a short time to live可知。
22. D 由后文主人翁还有房子和一些生活必需品可知，选nearly而不用almost，因almost=very nearly。
23. A 指积蓄，这儿的意思用自己的积蓄在外面胡吃海喝。
24. B 句中he had planned意为“本打算做，但却没做”，因原来以为会在一年内死的，所以这里应当是原打算“埋藏”的。
25. B 由no more than(只不过是)可知这是“没有生命危险的”炎症。
26. D 在有限的时间内当然是尽情地“享受”生活。
27. C 由语境可知，是因为有了生命第二次“机会”才非常高兴。
28. A 短文第一句是说，Brandrick 在知道自己患肝癌并活的时间不多了之后spending spree(狂欢，可见是把钱“花”光了。
29. A 由while(虽然)可知，此处是指“同情”他。
30. B 结合第29题，就不难理解全句句意为：医院方面则表示，尽管他们对布兰德里克眼下的处境深表同情，但通过对其就医记录进行查看后表明，医生未曾得出过前后矛盾的(不同的)诊断结论。
第二节：语法填空(共10小题；每小题1．5分，满分15分)
本文通过实例来论述人们就good and bad manners所持的不同观点。
31. what 宾语从句缺宾语。
32. by 搭配：tell… by…(根据……判断)
33. a 表示“另一个”，并不强调顺序，用不定冠词。
34. more 由后面的than可知，要用比较级。
35. had been invited 因who引导的定语从句中还没有谓语，invite在句中作谓语；又因与told相比，是过去的过去，用过去完成时；invite后没有宾语，应用被动语态。
36. If 引导虚拟条件句。
37. Picking 因he与pick是主动关系，用现在分词的主动形式作状语。
38. but 前后是转折的语气。
39. action 在冠词后一定是名词，因为冠词的语境是“冠词+(形容词)+名词”。
40. this 特指刚刚提到的“这个人”。
III. 阅读（共两节，满分40分）
第一节：阅读理解(共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)
(A)本文是说纽卡斯尔大学的营养学专家 ( http: / / info.china. / news / subject / v3000103-s5014128.html" \t "_blank )的研究表明，同居让女人发胖 让男人更健康。
41．D 细节理解题。由第三段，特别是which may please their partner可知，男女双方会改变自己的饮食习惯来迎合对方， 因此男士会吃他的女伴喜欢吃的食物。
42．B 词意猜测题。由其后所举的例子salads, fruit and vegetables可推断，light 在此是“清淡的”的意思，脂肪和糖的含量比较少。
43．C 推理判断题。根据倒数第二段可知C项正确。根据倒数第三段可知女士增肥不仅是因为迎合了对方的口味，还有缓解情绪的原因，故A项错误；根据倒数第三段最后while the same finding has not been observed in men可知B项错误；D项文中没有提及。
44．A 推理判断题。纵览全文，特别是根据短文最后一个句子可推断A正确。D项文中第二段已经明确指出，不是推断。
45．C 主旨要义题。C项幽默风趣，能吸引读者的注意， 并切中文章的主题。
(C)本文从人类文明的起源谈起，从历史学和社会学的角度涵盖早期文明、青铜时期、铁器时期、工业时期直到现代人类文明在东西方的演变。
46. C 主旨概括题。通过阅读全文可知。
47. D 细节理解题。由文章首段第三、四句可知灌溉和洪水控制技术的发展，并促使农业发展同时又为广大的人口提供粮食。而D项是使用反话正说的形式对此义进行转述。
48. C 词义猜测题。首先定位第一段最后一句，然后通过上下文的意思可知其含义。
49. B 细节理解题。根据常识就可以推断出该题的答案，工业革命源于欧洲。
50. A 细节理解题。从第二段的第2、3句话“…civilization also arose in other parts of the Old World, first in Egypt, China, and India, and later in Europe and Africa.”可以找到答案。因为句子并没提到美洲大陆，运用排除法即可获得答案。
(C)本文是讲武汉大学为增加学生节约用水的意识而对澡堂采取的一项新措举：洗澡按时计费。
51. D 细节判断题。由第一段Before entering the bathhouse, students pay for …可知，学生是在洗澡前付款的；而第三段的they be allowed to pay after they’ve finished the shower只是值得考虑的一个建议。
52. D 词义猜测题。根据后文you can not buy extra time on the ID card.说明flaw肯定为“缺陷，纰漏”之意。
53. C 细节理解题。由第一段最后一句的两个数字进行比较可得出答案。
54. B 推理判断题。由文章的前两句得知colleges这种新的措施是想让students 增强节约水的意识感。
55. C 判断猜测题。猜文章的出处，本文主要介绍大学采取了一种新举措。
第二节：信息匹配(共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分)
读者——章节内容
56. E 关键词是heart, beat。
57. C 关键词是foods…in fat与eating meat a lot。
58. B 关键词是look great与look well。
59. A 关键词是an image of what the “perfect’ or “ideal” body与write a passage about what a healthy body is。
60. D 关键词是regular exercise makes your muscles与why people have to exercise。
IV. 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节：基础写作[one possible version] (共1小题，满分15分)
Ladies and gentlemen,
Xia Mountains, about 280 kilometers away from Guangzhou, is located in the north of Guangdong Province. It will take us 6 hours to get there. At noon, stopping in Shaoguan City for an hour to have our lunch, we will reach another city—Nanxiong at 5 o’clock in the afternoon and for the night there, and, by the way, we will climb Xixia Mountains next morning.
Although the trip to Xia Mountains is a bit long and difficult, the beautiful scenery and interesting things on the way will catch you eyes and help get rid of your tiredness. Besides, from time to time, I’ll give you a brief account of Xia Mountains.
第二节：读写任务[one possible version] (共l小题，满分25分)
The writer tells us a story about a mother and her son in which the mother let his son realize her unconditional and priceless love and move to tears with a few words.
Mum, is the warmest word in everyone’s heart. I have never forgotten a story which touches me deeply in heart. A little boy had a serious disease. After a long time treatment, doctors could do nothing to save him. He was frightened and cried. But his mother comforted him and said, “My son, you will never die. You are always my boy in my heart.” The boy calmed and thrilled, at last, survived.
Without saying love, the mother expressed her love to her son. Nothing could express more.
I wrote this to thank all the mothers out there, and especially to thank my mum who makes me food late at night when I am too tired to do so or unable to do, sits by my bed in my time of greatest need and never says no to her daughter. If your mother is still around, never forget to love her more than ever. And remember her unconditional love and pass it on. Always remember to love your mother because you only have one in your life time.
听力录音录音材料
Text 1
M: Hello
W: Hello, is Susan there
M: No… I’m sorry, she’s out. I’m expecting her back in about an hour.
W: Bryant Bryant, this is Lisa.
M: Oh, hi, Lisa.
W: Hi, how are you Uh, look, could you give Susan a message for me
M: Sure, Let me find a…a piece of paper here. Um … wait a second…All right, I got one. Um …What’s the message
W: Well, I’m supposed to be meeting Susan for lunch at Greenbean’s restaurant. Would you ask her to look and check, see if she has my French-English dictionary, and if she does, tell her to bring it along
M: All right, Bring your French-English dictionary if she has it.
W: Right, Thanks, Bryant, So, how are you doing
M: Oh, not bad. Um…My knee hurts a lot. I’ve been playing a lot of tennis lately but, uh, other than that ,I’m fine. How about you
W: OK, I’m busy, though. I am so busy at the office. Um…oh, gee, I almost forgot. Look, I’m running a little late this morning. Tell Susan that I can’t meet her until one-thirty.
M: OK, one-thirty. Right. I’ll tell her. Take care. Bye.
W: Bye, Thanks.
Text 2
M: Hi. I don't think we've met. My name's Tom.
W: Hi, Tom. Nice to meet you. My name is Juanita, but everybody calls me Jenny.
M: Nice to meet you, Jenny, where are you from
W: Well, originally I'm from Argentina, but we moved to the United States when I was about five years old. My parents now live in Chile. That's where they first met. How about you, Tom
M: I was born in Fresno, California, and we lived there until I was seven. Then, since my father worked for the military, we've moved all over the place.
W: Oh yeah Where are some of the places you've lived
M: Mostly, we were overseas. We spent a total of ten years in Korea, Germany, and Okinawa, Japan. We were transferred back to the States three years ago, but I think my parents would have liked to live overseas for at least 20 years.
W: Wow. It sounds like you've had an interesting life. So, what do you do now
M: I'm a student at Purdue University.
W: Oh really What are you studying
M: I'm majoring in psychology. How about you What do you do
W: Well, I'm working as a sales representative for Vega computers Downtown.
M: No kidding! My brother works there too.
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M: Good morning. This is Bob Martin's Company. Could I speak to James Joyce please
W: James Joyce Is he one of our professors
M: Yes, hes also a head of the department, as I was told.
W: Yes, he is. Can you hold the line please I'll have to check the timetable to see if he's having classes today. I'm sorry Mr. Martin, but James Joyce's no lessons today. It'll probably take me 25 minutes to fetch him here from home. Do you mind waiting
M: Sorry, I can't wait that long as I'm calling from Poly Paul. Could you take a message
W: Certainly. Just a second, please, Mr. Martin. I'll get a piece of paper. Yes, go ahead, please.
M: Tell James that the Martins are to arrive in Brisbane by plane on Friday afternoon, the 2nd of February instead of Thursday, the 1st. That's to say not tomorrow, but the day after tomorrow. They will be staying at the Holiday Inn. And they will be waiting for him in the evening at the hotel. Have you got all that
W: The Martins. Arriving Friday not Thursday. Waiting for him the same evening at the Holiday Inn. Right
M: Right.
W: Good. Mr. Joyce will be coming to a meeting this afternoon and I'll pass the message to him myself.
M: That's very nice of you. Thank you a lot.
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It is with great pleasure that I am invited to bring you my very own party advice.
It can take a while to find exactly what you want, so plan in advance. Get the big things in place before concerning yourself with the smaller details, as these will develop and change many times in the course of the build-up to your party. I always try to keep things simple - and by that I mean it's fine to do things on a large or grand scale, but don't get carried away in the early stages because - guess what In the end, these initial ideas won't even be used. What is most important is to picture the overall style of how you imagine your perfect party. Try to think of it as building a house - you deal with the colours and decorating last. So look at the big picture and get the building blocks in place first.
The venue, that is, the place for the party, needs a lot of thought. Too big and your party will feel that it lacks atmosphere - too small and you won't all fit in. If you have set your heart on somewhere that is too big, don't worry. You can always make it feel smaller with the use of clever lighting or curtains or even huge flower arrangements. Wherever you choose, try to find somewhere with character. If a venue has some odd characteristics, some people may say that it's not a good idea to use it. I try to reverse that and use it because of its character. So don't say no, say why not
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M: Welcome, Miss Smith. I need to ask you some questions. The first one is, sometimes in a couple of the positions you have to do some public speaking. How do you feel about that
W: Oh, I like to talk and I love to meet new people.
M: OK. Do you have a driver's license And would you be able to drive some people to different places
W: Yes. I do have a driver's license. However I don't really like to go long distances.
M: How do you feel about working with young kids
W: I don't mind working with young people. They need help. And I enjoy helping people.
M: One of the jobs involves some traveling. How do you feel about being away from home
W: Never mind it. My neighbors can take care of my puppies while I'm away.
M: What about working late at night You know here at the YMCA, we often have to work long hours.
W: I don't mind working long hours.
M: I see. And how do you feel about working at night
W: Well, I can work until ten o'clock at night but after that I’d like to be home because I like to go to bed early.
M: OK. Thank you very much. We'll let you know in about a week.
W: Thank you for giving me your time.
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W: Excuse me, please. I seem to have lost my travelling bag.
M: Oh, sorry to hear that. But I’ll have to fill out this form for you. What sort of a travelling bag
W: Ur…, well, it was rectangle shaped and made of leather. It’s brown.
M: And what would it be worth
W: It’s so dear a bag that it cost me two hundred and ten dollars when I bought it last month.
M: What did you put in the bag
W: My license, my car keys, a purse with over seven hundred dollars cash and a visa card as well.
M: And where did you leave it
W: I am sure I left it in the Italy Restaurant on the 4th floor. It was about 5:30 pm.
M: Thank you. Well, now can you tell me your name please
W: Power. Janet Power.
M: And your home address, Mrs. Power
W: 116 New York Street.
M: Your cell phone number please
W: 12788653298
M: OK, Mrs. Power. We’ll let you know as soon as we find it.
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