第二节 完形填空（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）

阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从各题所给的A、B、C项中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

On Thursday, Richard arrived at school with a big smile on his face.

“Why are you so 36 ?” asked David.

“Tonight my dad is going to bring home my new dog,” answered Richard.

“What are you going to 37 it?” asked David. “I don’t know yet,” answered Richard.

All day long, Richard 38 about dog’s names. During the math lesson, he thought about the name “Zero”. During the English lesson, he thought about the names “Mary” and “Jim”. At the 39 of the day, he still did not know what to name his dog. So he was really 40 .

As soon as school was over, Richard ran 41 . When he opened the door, a little ball came running toward Richard. Richard 42 the little dog. He held the dog close to his 43 . Immediately, Richard sneezed(打喷嚏), “Ah choo!” And again, he sneezed, “Ah choo!” His nose started to run.

“Oh no!” said Richard’s dad. “You must be allergic(过敏的) to the 44 . He will have to stay at your uncle’s house.”

“Ugh!” said Richard 45 . “I was going to name him Sneezy!”

( ) 36. A. early B. happy C. unfriendly

( ) 37. A. give B. describe C. name

( ) 38. A. thought B. talked C. wrote

( ) 39. A. beginning B. bottom C. end

( ) 40. A. worried B.surprised C. excited

( ) 41. A. outside B. everywhere C. home

( ) 42. A. put down B.picked up C. woke up

( ) 43. A. heart B. feet C. face

( ) 44. A. ball B. dog C. nose

( ) 45. A. sadly B. cheerfully C. nervously

三、阅读（共两节，满分30分）

第一节 阅读理解（共10小题；每小题2分，满分20分）

阅读下列短文，从各题所给的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

World Tai Chi and Qigong Day is an event held on the last Saturday of April each year, which promotes(倡导) practices of Tai Chi and Qigong. Especially, followers of Tai Chi and Qigong hope to educate the world about the health benefits(益处) of the two exercises. The World Tai Chi Day website says it is also a day to help put people in touch with teachers and healing(治疗) centres. This event, which started in 1999, joins people in over 65 countries. That number grows every year as Tai Chi becomes better known. Celebrations include Tai Chi exhibitions(表演) in many cities around the world. The day is recognized by the World Health Organization.

Tai Chi is actually a Chinese martial art, also called Wushu. It is not used for self-defence, but is instead practised for health reasons. Doctors say it has benefits for those who have heart and blood pressure problems. Many people who practise it say it makes you live longer. Tai Chi is famous around the world for its followers practise it in parks. A type of Tai Chi with just 42 movements, was a sport in the 11th Asian Games in 1990. There are attempts(尝试) to make it an Olympic event.

46. When is World Tai Chi and Qigong Day?

A. In the last month of each year. B. On the last day of April each year.

C. On each Saturday of the fourth month. D. On the last Saturday of every April.

47. The event is held to ____________ Tai Chi and Qigong.

A. encourage the development of

B. cure people of their illnesses by

C. get the world together to practise

D. educate the world to make money from

48. How is World Tai Chi and Qigong Day celebrated?

A. The followers travel to over 65 countries.

B. Tai Chi members are recruited on the website.

C. There are Tai Chi performances in many cities.

D. The World Health Organization hold different activities.

49. What does “self-defence” in the second paragraph mean?

A. 自我牺牲 B. 自我防卫 C. 自我欣赏 D. 自我表现

50. Which of the following is TRUE about Tai Chi?

A. It is becoming better and better known in the world.

B. It is only good for those people who have heart problems.

C. It has been a sport in Asian Games since 1990.

D. It is now one of the events in the Olympics.

B

Tour and explore with Singapore’s sightseeing company using open-top ‘double decker’ buses. Clearly preferred by visitors, the D&H Group, with the longest history, handles(应付) more than 1 million visitors a year. We like to think we got it right because we try harder but to make sure you make the most of your time with us. You may find the following helpful:

þWill we see all the main sights?

Yes—with 4 routes(路线), it’s the most convenient way to see the best of Singapore including: the Singapore Flyer, Chinatown, Boat Quay, Sentosa, Gardens By the Bay…etc

þWill we be able to hop-on and hop-off?

Yes—each route makes frequent(频繁的) stops –- simply hop-off anywhere you want and return to the same bus stop to continue when you are ready to go. With 43 stops across the city, it is easy to tour Singapore as you like.

þWill I need to wait long for the next bus?

No—we do not want to keep you waiting. That is why there is a bus every 15-20 minutes. With 18 topless buses (vs. other company with just 4 buses) you are on the best touring system (系统).

þWhat if I need help to find the bus stop?

No worries—we are just a call away. Our guests helping is here to help you. You can reach us at (65)6-33-868-77 daily from 9am-7pm.

51. What is the passage?

A. A story B. An advertisement.

C. A news report. D. A review.

52. Which sights of Singapore are mentioned (提及) in this passage?

①the Singapore Flyer ②Sentosa ③Boat Quay

④Little India ⑤Chinatown ⑥Gardens By the Bay

A. ①②③④⑤ B. ①②③④⑥

C. ①③④⑤⑥ D. ①②③⑤⑥

53. Which expressions mean the underlined(下划线的) “hop-on and hop-off”?

A. get on and get off B. put on and take off

C. get in and get out D. set up and set off

54. If you take the open-top bus for sightseeing in Singapore, _____________.

A. you can take the bus wherever you want

B. you don’t need to wait any time for the bus

C. you can stop at any of the 43 bus stops across the city

D. you may call a bus at (65)6-33-868-77 daily from 9am-7pm

55. What is the best title for this passage?

A. How can you find our bus stops in Singapore?

B. Why do we have the best touring system in Singapore?

C. How do open-top buses take you around Singapore?

D. Why are we the most popular topless bus tour in Singapore?

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