Batista, PJ (2004) Student Athletes and the Buckley Amendment

2011年书面表达假设你是李明. 你校将举行一场师生篮球比赛。

请你根据以下信息给你的美国老师Sam写一封邮件，邀请他参赛。

内容要点如下：l. 参赛者及观众：本校师生；2. 时间：3月20日(星期日)上午9点：3. 地点校操场；4. 特点：每年春季举行,深受师生喜爱；5. 注意事项：提前半小时热身. 若下雨将推迟比赛。

注意：字数应为100字左右。

Dear Sam,There comes the basketball match between the students and teachers at 9 o'clock Sunday morning, March 20. You're invited to be a member of the teachers' team. As you know, the match is held in our school every spring. Many students and teachers will come to cheer up. They enjoy the match very much, so they’re looking forward to it now. Please come to the playground half an hour earlier so that we can have time to warm up ourselves. If it rains that morning, I’ll let you know when the match will be then.Best wishes,YoursLI Hua2012年书面表达假设你是李华，在澳大利亚旅游期间，有幸结识了一名叫Roger的网球（tennis）明星。

回国后，你给他写一封信，主要内容下：1.表达对他的仰慕之情；2.感谢他与你合影并送你的意见T恤衫；3.邀请他到北京来做客。

2004年全国大学生英语竞赛初赛试题2004 National English Contest for College Students(Preliminary)Part I Listening Comprehension (30 minutes, 30 points)Section A Dialogues (10 points)Directions: In this section, you will hear 10 short dialogues. At the end of each dialogue, a question will be asked about what was said. Both the dialogue and the question will be read only once. After each question ,there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A, B, C and D, and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.1. A. In San Francisco. B. At an airport.C. At a travel agency.D. In a post office.2. A. The woman is going out to lunch.B. The woman wants to eat some chocolate.C. The woman will go to a convenience store.D. The woman will be back in 30 minutes.3. A. By car. B. By plane.C. By train.D. By ferry.4. A. She had lost her job.B. She didn’t know the mayor.C. She was mistaken.D. The man misunderstood her.5. A. He needs some tomato juice.B. His shirt is stained.C. He needs his shirt by tomorrow.D. His shirt is missing.6. A. To a meeting. B. To the office.C. To a restaurant.D. To a bowling class.7. A. Give the woman some medicine.B. Find out more about the woman’s injury.C. Test the strength of the woman’s shoulder.D. Go skiing with the woman.8. A. Excited.B. Thankful.C. Somewhat disappointed.D. Somewhat bothered.9. A. When her family celebration is over.B. After the man graduates from school.C. After they have some pictures taken together.D. When she has bought her cap and gown.10. A. By continuous assessment.B. By giving a per cent.C. By giving grade.D. By means of exams.Section B News Items (10 points)Directions: In this section, you will hear 10 short pieces of news from BBC or VOA. After each news item and question,there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the three choices marked A, B and C, and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on theAnswer Sheet with a single line through the centre.11. A. Under the age of four.B. Under the age of five.C. Under the age of six.12. A. Beijing’s successful bid for the 2008 Olympic Games.B. The Organizing Committee of the 2008 Olympic Games.C. The large market of the Olymic brand.13. A. To keep the code for its Windows operating system a secret.B. To design some new computer software.C. To persuade more PC users to adopt the Windows operating system.14. A. One. B. Ten. C. Thirty.15. A. No. B. Yes. C. Not mentioned.16. A. More than 500 dollars.B. A little more than three dollars.C. Less than three dollars.17. A. Because the Iraqi economy has gradually risen after the war.B. Because Iraqi people trust the new dinar more.C. Both A and B.18. A. Five. B. Six. C. Seven.19. A. Low fruit and vegetable intake.B. Smoking and little exercise.C. Unhealthy diet.20. A. The euro has risen in value.B. The US dollar has risen in value.C. German economy has slided into recession.Section C Passages (10 points)Directions:In this section, you will hear 2 passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear 5 questions. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A, B, C and D. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.Passage One21. A. Jazz. B. Indian. C. Country. D. Pop.22. A. Their hairstyles. B. Their humor.C. Their clothing.D. All of the above.23. A. America. B. England.C. Italy.D. Canada.24. A. The Beatles were formed in England.B. The Beatles had a successful movie career.C. The Beatles are regarded as one of the finest jazz groups.D. The Beatles first recorded music in 1962.25. A. Seventeen. B. Twenty-eight.C. Twenty-two.D. Twelve.Passage Two26. A. Because he regarded the bear as his friend.B. Because the bear was beautiful.C. Because he considered it poor sportsmanship to shoot a tied-up animal.D. Because bears are not dangerous animals.27. A. Because Teddy is the nickname for Theodore Roosevelt.B. Because it was then the usual practice to do so.C. Because it was the first time to name toy bears Teddy Bears.D. Because the toy bear was made to look a bit like the President.28. A. People collect Teddy Bears.B. Teddy Bears can be found in museums.C. The first Teddy Bear was made by Mr. Mitchtom’s wife.D. President Roosevelt shot the black bear in 1902.29. A. Seven. B. Six. C. Two. D. Five.30. A. He moved to Florida.B. He became President.C. He drew cartoons.D. He started a toy company.Part II Vocabulary and Structure (10 minutes, 20 points)Section A Multiple Choice (10 points)Directions:There are 7 incomplete sentences and 3 incomplete dialogues in this section. For each blank there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that best completes the sentences and dialogues. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.31. Never________the power of your actions. With one small gesture you can change a person’s life.A. underestimateB. overvalueC. misuseD. dismiss32. Scientists have warned that penguins in the Antarctic could bevery________to changes in climate and could be threatened by anylong-term temperature shifts.A. superstitiousB. acceptableC. suspiciousD. susceptible33. Since settling in Scotland I ________ golf as a hobby.A. have taken upB. took upC. have taken inD. took in34. She often thinks that her six years in Italy were wasted,________she________ that time learning more Italian.A. but that; might have takenB. for that; should have foundC. in that; could have spentD. with that; would have used35. He constantly________his proposal that________of the budget surplus be used to offer a voluntary prescription drug benefit to seniors.A. views; manyB. reiterates; a partC. complains; a great amountD. thinks; lots36. ________Alan’s amazement, the passport office was closed when he arrived.A. WithB. ForC. ToD. Of37. I was asked the other day whether high and low pressure systems were________the central pressure.A. maintained toB. determined byC. generated withinD. preserved to38. Bob: What are you reading, Frank?Tom: It’s this week’s New Scientist, why?Bob: I was just wondering—________, but I’ve never actually read it myself. Is it aimed at real scientists or can ordinary people like meunderstand it?A. it’s for anyone reallyB. where I can buy itC. it seems very expensiveD. it looks interesting39. Girl: Hi Paul—looking forward to your holiday?Boy: Oh, yeah—it’s going to be great. Though I’m a bit worried that I’ve packed the wrong clothes. I don’t think the weather’s going to be as good as I hoped.Girl:________Boy: That’s right—my first flight.A. Everything will be OK, isn’t it?B. You’re flying on Saturday, aren’t you?C. It’s far from here, as everybody knows.D. That’s a good idea, anyway.40. John: What plastic products do you have in mind that are easy to recycle?Tom: Shampoo bottles, detergent bottles, medicine bottles, food containers, etc. They are all easily collectable and reusable.John: ________, but actually I think you are missing the point of recycling. It doesn’t just mean using old bottles again and again for the same purpose. What it means these days is melting the plastics down and building them up again into some completely new product.A. Not too badB. Something is wrongC. You’re right thereD. It’s a new ideaSection B Cloze-Test (10 points)Directions: There are 10 blanks in the passage. For each blank there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that best completes the sentence. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.Ask most people for their list of Top Ten fears, and you’ll be sure to find being burgled fairly high on the list. An informal survey I carried out among friends at a party last week (41)________that eight of them had their homes broken into more than twice, and two had been burgled five times.To put the record (42)________, none of my friends owns valuable paintings or a sideboard full of family silverware. Three of them are students, in fact. The most (43)________burglary, it seems, involves the theft of easily transportable items—the television, the video, even food from the freezer. This may have something to do with the fact that the average burglaris(44)________his (or her) late teens, and probably wouldn’t know what to do with a Picasso, (45)________selling a Walkman or a vacuum cleaner is a much easier matter. They are perhaps not so much (46)________criminals as hard-up young people who need a few pounds and some excitement. (47)________that this makes having your house turned upside down and your favourite things stolen any easier to accept. In most cases, the police have no luck (48)________any of the stolen goods. Unless there is any (49)________evidence, they are probably unable to do anything at all. And alarms or special locks don’t seem to help either. The only advice my friends could (50)________up with was “Never live on the ground floor” and “Keep two or three very fierce dogs”.41. A. released B. revealed C. reclaimed D. redeemed42. A. straight B. clear C. apparent D. correct43. A. typical B. abnormal C. hazardous D. vicious44. A. near B. in C. beyond D. out of45. A. whereas B. whenever C. however D. once46. A. serious B. professional C. efficient D. perfect47. A. Given B. Even C. Not D. Despite48. A. seizing B. withdrawing C. seeking D. recovering49. A. distinguishable B. obscure C. outstanding D. definite50. A. come B. catch C. keep D. putPart III Word Guessing and IQ Test (5 minutes, 10 points)Section A Word Guessing (5 points)51. Social capital has become a mantra for politicians and policymakers: they see it as a bulwark against society’s ills and a means of multiplying the effects of financial investment in social projects.A. measurementB. defenseC. treatmentD. complaint52. Her desire for anonymity soon became apparent when she refused to answer questions about her identity.A. recognitionB. concealmentC. vanityD. success53. “Gentlemen,” replied Candide, with a most engaging modesty, “you do me much honor, but upon my word I have no money.”A. you help me a lotB. you are greatC. it’s very generous of you to say soD. that’s a great honor for me54. When it comes to listening to the opinions of members of your school community, do you think you are already “all ears?”A. in full strengthB. bearing ideas in mindC. ready to listen attentivelyD. having enough preparation55. That extremely indolent student will clean out his desk when pigs fly or I am much mistaken as to his character.A. soonB. neverC. sometimeD. oftenSection B IQ Test (5 points)56. Sally had a third again as many as David, who had a third as many again as Francis. Altogether they had 111. How many did David have?A. 27B. 32C. 36D. 4857. What letter should replace the question mark?A. TB. SC. ID. N58. BONA FIDE is to genuine as DE FACTO is to________.A. togetherB. actualC. reasonD. assumed59. How many revolutions must the largest cog make in order to bring the cogs back to their original positions?A. 56B. 48C. 36D. 1260. The diagram shows a small village church. There is a door in the west end, seen in the diagram. There is a tower at the east end of the church with a window set in its east wall. This wall is hidden in the diagram.There is also a door in the tower. Which of these is most likely to be the view of the eastern end of the church?Part IV Reading Comprehension (25 minutes,30 points)Directions:In this part there are 5 passages with 30 questions or incomplete statements. Read the passages carefully. Then answer the questions in the fewest possible words(not exceeding 10 words). Remember to rewrite the answers on the Answer Sheet.Questions 61 to 66 are based on the following passage:Centuries ago, man discovered that removing moisture from food helps to preserve it, and that the easiest way to do this is to expose the food to sun and wind.Fruit is sun-dried in Asia Minor, Greece, Spain and other Mediterranean countries, and also in California, South Africa and Australia. The methods used vary, but in general, the fruit is spread out on trays in drying yards in the hot sun. In order to prevent darkening, pears, peaches and apricots are exposed to the fumes of burning sulphur before drying. Plums, for making prunes, and certain varieties of grapes for making raisins and currants, are dipped in an alkaline solution in order to crack the skins of the fruit slightlyand remove their wax coating, so increasing the rate ofdrying.Nowadays most foods are dried mechanically. The conventional method of such dehydration is to put food in chambers through which hot air is blown at temperatures of about 110℃ at entry to about 43℃ at exit. This is the usual method for drying such things as vegetables, minced meat, and fish.Liquids such as milk, coffee, tea, soups and eggs may be dried by pouring them over a heated horizontal steel cylinder or by spraying them into a chamber through which a current of hot air passes. In the first case, the dried material is scraped off the roller as a thin film which is then broken up into small, though still relatively coarse flakes. In the second process it falls to the bottom of the chamber as a fine powder. Where recognizable pieces of meat and vegetables are required, as in soup, the ingredients are dried separately and then mixed.Dried foods take up less room and weigh less than the same food packed in cans or frozen, and they do not need to be stored in special conditions. For these reasons they are invaluable to climbers, explorers and soldiers in battle, who have little storage space. They are also popular with housewives because it takes so little time to cook them. Usually it is just a case of replacing the dried-out moisture with boiling water.Questions:61. Fruit is sun-dried generally on________.62. Why are sulphur fumes used before drying some fruits?63. Where are vegetables commonly dried nowadays?64. If soup requires recognizable pieces of meat, they are________.65. Dried foods are often used by________, ________and________.66. Why do housewives like dried foods?Questions 67 to 72 are based on the following passage:Hollywood writers honor Coppo la, “Splendor”Sunday, February 22, 2004 Posted: 9:56 AM EST (14:56 GMT)LOS ANGELES, California (Reuters) —Hollywood’s screenwriters Saturday snubbed the final installment of the highly acclaimed Lord of theRings trilogy andinstead awarded a keyprize to a low-budgetfilm based on a comicbook writer.AmericanSplendor, whichrevolves around thetravails of comicsconnoisseur HarveyPekar, won the WritersGuild of America Awardfor best adaptedscreenplay, while writer/ director SofiaCoppola’s Lost inTranslation, about apair of mismatched Americans languishing in Tokyo, nabbed the trophy for original screenplay.The American Splendor screenplay was written by the film’s directors, Robert Springer and Shari Springer Berman, who were not present at the awards. The Writers Guild of America Awards were handed out simultaneously in Los Angeles and New York.Coppola said she was excited to be honored by the union.“I find it difficult to write, so it’s very encouraging and exciting to get an award,” C oppola told Reuters after the event.Coppola’s competition was Gurinder Chadha, Paul Mayeda Berges and Guljit Bindra for Bend It Like Beckham, Steven Knight for Dirty Pretty Things, Irish director Jim Sheridan and his daughters Naomi and Kirsten for In America, and first-time writer / director Tom McCarthy for The Station Agent.The other adapted screenplay nominees were director Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens for The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Anthony Minghella for Cold Mountain, Brian Helgeland for Mystic River, and writer / director Gary Ross for Seabiscuit.Coppola, Knight and the Sheridans will vie for the Academy Award next week, along with the writers of The Barbarian Invasions and Finding Nemo.Apart from Cold Mountain, all the Writers Guild of America adaptedscreenplay contenders will compete for the Oscar, along with the Brazilian drama City of God.In the last 12 years, eight of the Writers Guild of America adapted screenplay winners and seven of its original screenplay winners have gone on to Oscar glory.Lost in Translation has already picked up three Golden Globes—an Oscar bell-wether—including best screenplay. The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, which has 11 Oscar nominations, has collected fourG olden Globes and prizes from Hollywood’s producers and directors guilds.Questions:67. What does American Splendor mainly write about?68. Sofia Coppola’s Lost inTranslation won the Writers Guild ofAmerica Award for________.69. The Writers Guild of AmericaAwards were offered at the same timein________and________.70. How did Coppola feel about hergetting the award?71. List at least 3 movies thatcompeted with Lost in Translation.72. How many Writers Guild ofAmerica screenplay winners have goneon to Oscar glory in the last 12 years?Questions 73 to 78 are based on the following passage:The need for a surgical operation, especially an emergency operation, almost always comes as a severe shock to the patient and his family. Despite modern advances, most people still have an irrational fear of hospitals and anaesthetics.In the early years of last century there was little specialization in surgery.A good surgeon was capable of performing almost every operation that had been devised up to that time. Today the situation is different. Operations are now being carried out that were not even dreamed of fifty years ago. Theheart can be safely opened and its valves repaired. Clogged blood vessels can be cleaned out, and broken ones mended or replaced. A lung, the whole stomach, or even part of the brain can be removed and still permit the patient to live a comfortable and satisfactory life.The scope of surgery has increased remarkably in 20th century. Its safety has increased too. Deaths from most operations are about 20% of what they were in 1910 and surgery has been extended in many directions,for example to certain types of birth defects in newborn babies, and, at the other end of the scale, to life-saving operations for the octogenarian.The hospital stay after surgery has been shortened to as little as a week for most major operations.Many developments in modern surgery are almost incredible. They include the replacement of damaged blood vessels with simulated ones made of plastic; the replacement of heart valves with plastic substitutes; the transplanting of tissues such as the lens of the eye.One of the most revolutionary areas of modern surgery is that of organ transplants. Until a few years ago, no person, except an indentical twin, was able to accept into his body the tissues of another person without reacting against them and eventually causing death. Recently, however, it has been discovered that with the use of x-rays and special drugs, it is possible to graft tissues from one person to another which will survive for periods of a year or more. Kidneys have been successfully transplanted between non-identical twins. Heart and lung transplants have been reasonably successful in animals, though rejection problems in humans have yet to be solved.“Spare parts” surgery, the simple routine replacement of all worn-out organs by new ones, is still a dream of the distant future. As yet, surgery is not ready for such miracles. In the meantime, you can be happy if your doctor says to you,“Yes, I think it is possible to operate on you for this condition.”Questions:73. Most people are afraid of being operated on in spite of________.74.A patient can still live a comfortable and satisfactory life even after the removal of________.75. Today deaths from most operations are about ________of what they were in 1910.76. What’s the main difficulty in organ transplanting?77. Is “spare parts” surgery possible now?78. You can be happy if your surgeon can operate because itmeans________.Questions 79 to 84 are based on the following passage:Sales of anti-ageing skin treatments have reached a new high as British women try to stay younger longer (writes Joanna Bale). But according to a recent survey of those aged between 35 and 55 there are significant regional variations in annual spend on these cosmetics.While the average woman thinks costs of ￡200 a year acceptable—almost treble the ￡75 of three years ago—some fork out ￡500, according to the survey of over 2,000 women nationwide by the beauty company Olay.Brows will wrinkle at the differences in yearly spend on anti-ageing treatments across major cities: the ladies of Edinburgh spent least, just ￡50 a year, while those in Leeds spend most, at a staggering ￡500. London women most commonly spend ￡200 annually, and those in Manchester give themselves a modest yearly budget of ￡100.Equally surprising are the results among 40-somethings. Single womenspend the least on indulging their desire for facial rejuvenation, with only 25 per cent forking out on skincare products or treatments. This figure rises to just over 31 per cent of married women and a similar figure for those who are unmarried with partners.By far the biggest spenders are the 50 per cent of divorcees who feel the pressure to invest heavily in their facial futures.The survey highlighted two groups who spend significant sums on enhancing their appearances—“Sindies” (single income now divorced), and women in their 40s who use their looks to get ahead.The survey also found that although women wanted to “de-age” they had a holistic view of beauty and embraced a realistic and natural approach to looking good.Questions:79. Compared with that of three years ago, the average British woman’s annual spend on cosmetics has almost________.80. Women in________spend most on cosmetics according to the survey.81. The ladies of Birmingham as well as those in ________spend ￡100a year on antiageing treatments.82. ________and________spend more on indulging their desire for facial rejuvenation than single women.83. Enhancing appearances plays an important role in the lifeof________and________.84. After reading the passage, what do you learn about the sales ofanti-ageing skin treatments now in Britain?Questions 85 to 90 are based on the following passage:It is hard to get any agreement on the precise meaning of the term “social class”. In everyday life, people tend to have a different approach to those they consider higher or lower than themselves in the social scale. The criteria we use to “place” a new acquaintance, however, are a complex mixture of factors. Dress, way of speaking, area of residence in a given city or province, education and manners all play a part.In ancient civilizations, the Sumerian, for example,social differences were based on birth,status or rank,rather than on wealth. Four main classes were recognized. These were the rulers, the priestly administrators, the freemen (such as craftsmen,merchants or farmers) and the slaves.In Greece, after the sixth-century B.C., there was a growing conflict between the peasants and the landed aristocrats, and a gradual decrease in the power of the aristocracy when a kind of “middle class” of traders and skilled workers grew up. The population of Athens,for example, was divided into three main classes which were politically and legally distinct. Aboutone-third of the total were slaves, who did not count politically at all, a fact often forgotten by those who praise Athens as the nursery of democracy. The next main group consisted of resident foreigners, the “metics”, who were freemen, though they too were allowed no share in political life. The third group was the powerful body of “citizens”, who were themselves divided into subclasses.In ancient Rome, too, a similar struggle between the plebs, or working people, and the landed families was a recurrent feature of social life.The medieval feudal system, which flourished in Europe from the ninth to the thirteenth centuries, gave rise to a comparatively simple system based on birth.Under the king there were two main classes—lords and “vassals”, the latter with many subdivisions. The vassal owed the lord fidelity, obedience and aid, especially in the form of military service. The lord in return owed his vassal protection and an assured livelihood.In the later Middle Ages, however, the development of a money economy and the growth of cities and trade led to the rise of another class, the “burghers” or city merchants and mayors. These were the predecessors of the modern middle classes. Gradually high office and occupation assumed importance in determining social position, as it became more and more possible for a person born to one station in life to move to another. This change affected the towns more than the country areas, where remnants of feudalism lasted much longer.Questions:85. List at least three common criteria for tel ling a person’s social position.86. What were the four main classes in the Sumerian civilization?87. Slaves in Greece in the sixth century B.C. werenot________significant.88. The struggle between the plebs and the landed families wasa________feature of social life.89. The metics,one of the three classes of Greece, consisted mainlyof________.90. What did the development of a money economyand the growth of cities and trade lead to?Part V Error Correction (5 minutes,10 points)Directions:The following passage contains 9 errors. In each case only one word is involved. You should proofread the passage on the Answer Sheet and correct it in the following way:EXAMPLEOne night,quite late,I was still awake in the room I am shared with1. ammy husband. I was lying on my right side and can hear a child crying. 2. couldGetting up,I went ∧ see if our son was all right. 3. toHe was sleeping soundly,breathing deeply and gently. 4. √If the air in New York seems a little less grimy this spring, thank Rudolph Giuliani. On January 10th, after months of burning debate, the city’snon-smoke mayor91.________signed the Smoke-Free Air Act. From April 10th smoking will be stubbed out(碾灭) in restaurants catering for more than 35 people, a move that will hit about half the city’s 11,000 eating places. Nicotine addicts will also smoked out at work, except92.________in ventilated smoking rooms or offices occupied by no more than three consenting adults. More radically, outdoor seating areas will also become smoke zones.93.________Come the new baseball season, fans at Yankee Stadium will be breaking the law if they light up.New York joins well over 100 American cities—and four states—that have passed laws banned smoking94.________in public places. More than a third of American companies now forbid smoking in the workplace, up to95.________a mere 20% in 1986. And the tobacco industry, which in America alone has annual sales of close to ＄50 billion, is watching its profits go down in smoke.96.________The industry may never recover. Polls suggest that nine out of ten Americans are irritated by cigarette smoke. With good reason. In 1993 the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has classified97.________“second-hand” smoke as a health hazard—one that,according to the EPA, causes 3,000 non-smokers to die from lung cancer each year.98.________New Yorkers must now wait and see if the pro-smoking lobby’s alarming predictions of citywide economical collapse come true. Tobacco99.________company Philip Morris may show the way. Last year it threatened to move its 2,000 head-office employee out100.________ of the city if the smoking ban became law.Part VI Translation (10 minutes, 20 points)。

2004年全国大学生英语竞赛听力理解录音材料文字稿（Script for Listening Comprehension）Section ADirections:In this section, you will hear 6 short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the question will be read only once. After each question, there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A, B, C and D, and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.1. Man: Was there anything valuable in the bag that was stolen, Madam?Woman: Yes, it had my purse in it and my keys.Man: Anything else?Woman: Well, luckily I was wearing my glasses, so no, nothing else.Q: What was in the woman's bag?2. Man: I'm terribly sorry, mum - I've just broken something.Woman: Oh dear - what was it?Man: Well, I got up too quickly from the table to answer the phone and knocked one of your plates on to the floor - at least, it wasn't your new lamp！Woman: Oh dear - I thought I heard a crash.Q: What was broken?3. Man:Have you seen my old shoes? I thought they were under the chair by the television.Woman: Not any more! They're by the door with the other rubbish. I've been tidying the flat.Q: Where are the man's shoes?4. Boy: Mum, have we got any fruit to take on the picnic? I thought there were some oranges and bananas.Mother:Here are the bananas. Let's take them. Oh...The oranges have all gone. What about taking some grapes or apples as well?Boy: OK, let's take the grapes. That'll be enough.Q: What fruit will they take ?5. Man: Excuse me - what time does this train leave?Woman: This train leaves for Paris at five to three.Man: Paris? Isn't it the Rome train?Woman: No - that goes at twenty five past three.Q: What time does the train to Rome leave?6. Man: Are you and Sarah going straight to the restaurant from work tonight?Woman: Actually, I'm leaving work early because I need to do some shopping in the market, and after that we're going to play tennis at the sports centre before we go to the restaurant.Q: Where will the woman go first after work?Section BDirections:In this section, you will hear one long conversation. At the end of the conversation, 4 questions will be asked about what was said. You'll hear both the conversation and the questions only once. After each question, there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A, B, C and D, and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.Jan: Hi, Steve!Steve: Hi, Jan. I'm planning to go to London by train. Do you want to come with me?Jan:But it'd be cheaper by bus.Steve: I've got a student travel card. You can get cheap train tickets with it.Jan: That sounds good. How much does it cost?Steve: A card for six months is sixteen pounds.Jan:So how do I get one?Steve: You need two photographs - one for the card and one for the form.Jan:There's a photo machine in the post office. It gives you four photos for three pounds.Steve: So does the one in the library. But I went to a photographer's studio. It was cheaper.Jan:I don't have to show my passport or my driving licence, do I ?Steve: No, Jan, you only need a letter from your college.Jan:OK, I'll ask my teacher for one.Steve: And then you take everything to the tourist office and ask the travel agent.Jan:Great, next time you go to London, I'll coming too!Questions 7 to 10 are based on the long conversation you have just heard.7. How much is a six-month travel card?8. How many photos will Jan need to get a travel card?9. Where are the photos much cheaper?10. As well as the photos, what must Jan take with her for the travel card?Section CDirections: In this section, you will hear 10 short pieces of news from BBC or VOA. After each news item and question, there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the three choices marked A, B and C, and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.11. The Amazon is a lifeline for everyone in the river basin, from businessmen in the big city of Manaus to indigenous tribes in remote settlements. When water levels fall, the biggest effect is on transport - ferries and barges are the only way of moving goods and people around an area that spans about half the South American continent. In the last few weeks, the river and its tributaries have become increasingly difficult to navigate, and vital supplies of food, medicine and fuel are now struggling to get through. In an example of the risks, sixteen people were killed last Friday in a ferry accident which the captain blamed on difficult river conditions.Question:How many people were killed last Friday in the ferry accident? 12. President Bush has proposed to increase the study of foreign languages in Americanschools. The new plan is called the National Security Language Initiative. It will involve the departments of State, Education and Defense, and the director of National Intelligence. The plan calls for teaching foreign languages to more children, as early as the age of four. It also aims to increase foreign language instruction in college and graduate school. The hope is to bring more foreign language speakers into government service.Question:Why does Bush propose to expand foreign language teaching in American schools?13. Jerusalem's Hadassah Hospital says the tracheotomy took less than an hour and was successful. Doctors cut a small hole in Mr. Sharon's neck and inserted a tube into his windpipe. The aim is to wean him from a respirator which has helped him breathe since a massive stroke and cerebral hemorrhage early this month. Medical experts say the tracheotomy is another bad sign for the 77-year-old prime minister.Question: How long did the tracheotomy last?14. Fathers for Justice is a small but vocal group of men who campaign in Britain for fathers to be given greater rights of access to children after divorces. Its founder confirmed that the police had told activists to keep away from Mr Blair's home in Downing Street. It follows claims that some campaigners had planned to kidnap five-year old Leo Blair and hold him for a short time to get publicity for their cause.Question:Why did some members of “Fathers for Justice” want to hold Mr Blair's youngest son?15. Falling ticket prices and rising incomes are leading to rapid growth in global air travel. According to the British government, the number of British air passengers, for example, will more than double in the next quarter of a century. Increases of such an order would mean much more aviation fuel being burned and aviation fuel may be moreharmful to the environment than other fuels because the resulting smoke is emitted at high altitudes.Question: Why is there rapid growth in global air travel in the UK?16. The Institute of International Education, based in New York, recently published its yearly report, Open Doors Two Thousand Five. The report says the number of foreign students decreased by about one percent during the school year that began last fall. India sent the most students, more than eighty thousand. That was a one percent increase from the year before. China sent the next highest number, more than sixty two thousand. That was also a one percent increase. South Korea was third, with more than fifty-three thousand students, up two percent. Japan was fourth, with more than forty-two thousand students, an increase of three percent.Question: How many Chinese students went to study in the U.S.A. in 2005?17. Joaquim Chanque May does not remember facing such daunting hurdles when he arrived to Barcelona, as a student from Equatorial Guinea 30 years ago. After completing his university studies, Mr. Chanque May opted to stay on, because he opposed his country's government. Now 57 years old, Mr. Chanque May owns a small business and has Spanish citizenship. But he says he and his family are not completely welcome in their adopted country.Question: How many years has Joaquim Chanque May been living in Spain?18. As Secretary for the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals, Dr. Fred Cerise has had little time to rest since Hurricane Katrina and the catastophic flooding that followed. Dr.Cerise spoke with VOA in the state capital at Baton Rouge while a helicopter waited outside, ready to take him on an inspection tour over a devastated New Orleans. “We actually have a team, a large team, here from the Center for Disease Control in Atlanta that is coming down to help us with our environmental assessment.Even though the water may be running, you have had stagnant water. It can be contaminated.”Question:Where is the team from to help New Orleans people with the environmental assessment? 19. Asia-Pacific ministers also drafted another statement for action on wide-ranging issues that affect or threaten global trade. They are vowing to reduce violations of intellectual property rights - such as movie privacy - to make the oil markets more transparent and to act collectively to fight terrorism and prevent a human epidemic of bird flu.Question: What are Asia-Pacific ministers not vowing to do?20. More than seven thousand activists outside the meeting hall protested that the WTO's trade rules hurt workers and farmers. The activists began the week declaring they wanted to derail the talks and prevent the delegates from reaching any agreement. Despite days of protests, including a brief riot near the conference center on Saturday, the activists did little to interfere with the talks.Question: Who did the WTO's trade rules hurt according to the activists?Section DDirections：In this section, you will hear 2 passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear 4 or 6 questions. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A, B, C and D. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.Passage OneI know a man who loves food. In fact he can eat more food than anyone else I know. His name is Bill, and he is very fat. Bill's problem is that he likes to eat a lot of food, but hedoesn't like to work.One morning Bill was out in the country when he met a farmer.“Are you looking for work?” asked the farmer.“Yes,” said Bill, because he was very hungry and had no money to buy food.“All right,” said the farmer, “you can come and work for me.”“Just a minute,” said Bill. “First, I must have a good lunch.”“Well,” said the farmer, “what would you like?”“Vegetable soup”, said Bill, “to start with.”“Anything else?” asked the farmer.“Yes, I'd like a big steak and green beans and lots of potatoes,” Bill went on hungrily.“Is that all?” asked the farmer.“Almost,” said Bill, “I'd like to finish with a cup of coffee and a big piece of cake.”“Listen,” said the farmer, “you don't need a job - you need a restaurant！”Questions 21 to 24 are based on the psssage you have just heard.21. What does Bill look like?22. Who did Bill meet in the country one day?23. What did Bill want to do first?24. What did Bill want after this?Passage TwoYou will hear part of a local radio programme in which someone is talking about a shopping centre.Presenter: Thank you, David. To finish today's programme, I want to tell you about the Waterside Shopping Centre, near Northport, which I visited last week. It has something for everyone and I would recommend it for a day out. It's taken three years to build and finally opened three weeks ago, two months later than planned.Firstly, getting there; there are organized coach trips from most towns in the area but they leave early and come home very late, so I drove. There are 12,000 free parking spaces, so parking is no problem. You can also get there by train, but the station is 15 minutes from Waterside by bus, and the buses are really crowded, so you sometimes have a long wait.One thing to remember is that the shops don't open till 10.00 in the morning except on Saturday when they open at 9.00. So don't get there too early on a weekday. They close at 8 o'clock every day except Friday when they're open until 9 pm.The shopping centre is arranged on three levels. You'll find all your favourites here. In fact if you want to buy a pair of shoes there are 15 different shops to choose from on levels one and two. When you run out of money there are seven different banks, but collect your money before you get to the third level as there aren't any banks up there. On that level, however, there are several restaurants, as well as a cinema with seven screens. And don't get lost like I did, go to the information desk on the first level and get a map.Before you go back to your car or the bus - and in fact it might be better to do this before you go shopping and have too much to carry - go and see the lake. Take a walk or have a go at fishing, sailing or windsurfing if you have time. Or you can rest your tired feet and watch the birds and ducks, but you are asked not to feed them.Although I had a good day, I would complain about one thing, but not the usual thing - the service in the shops was good and I had an excellent lunch in a café. No, the silly thing was that everywhere was quite clean but people were dropping their fastfood boxes and empty drink cans on the ground because there wasn't anywhere else to throw them. Apart from that, I would recommend it. And so that's all for today's programme...Questions 25 to 30 are based on the psssage you have just heard.25. When was the shopping center opened?26. What is the best way of traveling to Waterside?27. During which period are the shops open on Fridays?28. What can you do on the third level?29. Apart from shopping, what else can you do at Waterside?30. What did the speaker complain about?。

2004年普通高等学校夏季招生考试英语湖北卷一、单项填空 ( 本大题共 16 题, 共计 45 分)21. Don’t leave matches or cigarettes on the table within______ of little children.A. handB. reachC. spaceD. distance22. He kept looking at her, wondering whether he______ her somewhere.A. sawB. has seenC. seesD. had seen23. There was______ time______ I hated to go to school.A. a; thatB. a; whenC. the; thatD. the; when24. It was______ back home after the experiment.A. not until midnight did he goB. until midnight that he didn’t goC. not until midnight that he wentD. until midnight when he didn’t go25. There are two buildings, ______ stands nearly a hundred feet high.A. the largerB. the larger of themC. the larger one thatD. the larger of which26. — Excuse me. Is this the right way to the Summer Palace?— Sorry, I am not sure. But it ______ be.A. mightB. willC. mustD. can27. You should try to get a good night’s sleep______ much work you have to do.A. howeverB. no matterC. althoughD. whatever28. ______ with the size of the whole earth, the biggest ocean does not seem big at all.A. CompareB. When comparingC. ComparingD. When compared29. What surprised me was not what he said but______ he said it.A. the wayB. in the way thatC. in the wayD. the way which30. On hearing the news of the accident in the coal mine, she______ pale.A. gotB. changedC. wentD. appeared31. We have to______ the wheat as soon as possible because a storm is on the way.A. get awayB. get acrossC. get throughD. get in32. Once a decision has been made, all of us should______ it.A. direct toB. stick toC. lead toD. refer to33. — George and Lucy got married last week. Did you go to their wedding?— No. I ______ Did they have a big wedding?A. was not invitedB. have not been invitedC. hadn’t been invitedD. didn’t invit e34. ______ straight on and you’ll see a church. You won’t miss it.A. GoB. GoingC. If you goD. When going35. — Will $200______?—I’m afraid not. We need at least 50 more dollar s.A. countB. satisfyC. fitD. do二、完形填空 ( 本大题共 1 题, 共计 30 分)Elizabeth Clay decided to go home and spend the holiday with her parents. The next day she drove her old car home along the road. 36 she found she got a flat. The 22-year-old student37 to stop her car by the side of the road in the winter night and opened the trunk. No38tire.At this time, a car39. Paul and Diane told Clay to40them to a service station near their41. They arrived to see that it had no suitable tires to42with her car. “Follow us home, ”sa id Paul.The couple called around to fine a tire. No43. They decided to let her use their own car. “Here, ”Paul said, handing Clay a44of keys, “Take our car. We45be using it over the holiday. ”Clay was46. “But I’m going all the way to South Carolina, and I’ll be gone for two weeks, ”she47them.“We know, ”Paul said. “We’ll be48when you get back. Here’s our number if you need to 49us. ”Unable to believe her eyes, Clay watched as the50put her luggage into their car and then51her off. Two weeks later she52to find her old car cleaned inside and out with three new tires and the radio53.“Thank you so much, ”she said. “How much do I54you? ”“Oh, no, ”Paul said, “we don’t want any money. It’s our55. ”Cl ay realized that while it might have been their pleasure, it was now her duty to pass on their “do unto others” spirit.36. A. Suddenly B. Finally C. Immediately D. Fortunately37. A. afforded B. wanted C. allowed D. managed38. A. spare B. free C. full D. empty39. A. passed B. stopped C. paused D. started40. A. help B. push C. take D. follow41. A. garage B. house C. shop D. hotel42. A. agree B. match C. go D. deal43. A. way B. message C. success D. luck44. A. set B. number C. pair D. chain45. A. can’t B. shouldn’t C. mustn’t D. won’t46. A. satisfied B. worried C. astonished D. disturbed47. A. persuaded B. advised C. reminded D. promised48. A. happy B. here C. away D. busy49. A. get in touch with B. keep in touch withC. be in touch withD. put in touch with50. A. repairmen B. cleaners C. friends D. couple51. A. sent B. shook C. watched D. drove52. A. shocked B. happened C. returned D. came53. A. loaded B. fixed C. tied D. rebuilt54. A. owe B. lend C. give D. offer55. A. wish B. job C. duty D. pleasure三、阅读理解 ( 本大题共 5 题, 共计 40 分)AMy teenage son Karl became withdrawn after his father died. As a single parent, I tried to do my best to talk to him, but the more I tried, the more he pulled away. When his report card arrived during his junior year, it said that he had been absent 95 times from classes and had six failinggrades for the year. At this rate he would never graduate. I sent him to the school adviser, and I even begged him. Nothing worked.One night I felt so powerless that I got down on my knees and pleaded for help. “Please God, I can’t do anything more for my son. I’m at the end of my rope. I’m giving the whole thing up to you. ”I was at work when I got a phone call. A man introduced himself as the headmaster. “I want to talk to you about Karl’s absences. ”Before he could say another word, I choked up and all my disappointment and s adness over Karl came pouring out into the ears of this stranger. “I love my son but I just don’t know what to do. I’ve tried everything to get Karl to go back to school and nothing ha s worked. It’s out of my hands.” For a moment there was silence on the other end of the line. The headmaster seriously said, “Thank you for your time, ”and hung up.Karl’s next report card showed a marked improvement in his grades. Finally, he even made the honor roll. In his fourth year, I attended a parent-teacher meeting with Karl. I noticed that his teachers were astonished at the way he had turned himself around. On our way home, he said, “Mum, remember that call from the headmaster last year? ”I nodded. “That was me. I thought I’d play a joke but when I heard what you said, it really hit me how much I was hurting you. That’s when I knew I had to make you proud. ”56. By saying “Karl became withdrawn”, the author means that the boy changed entirely and ____.A. preferred to stay alone at homeB. lost interest in his studiesC. refused to talk to othersD. began to dislike his mother57. There was silence on the other end of the line because______.A. the speaker was too moved to say anything to the motherB. the speaker waited for the mother to finish speakingC. the speaker didn’t want the mother to recognize his voiceD. the speaker was unable to interrupt the mother58. The sentence “…he even made the honor roll” means that “______”.A. he was even on the list to be praised at the parent-teacher meetingB. he was even on the list of students who made progress in gradesC. he was even on the list of students who had turned themselves aroundD. he was even on the list of the best students at school59. What is the main idea of this passage?A. Children in single-parent families often have mental problems.B. Mother’s love plays an important role in teenagers’ life.C. Being understood by parents is very important to teenagers.D. School education doesn’t work without full support from parents.BIf a person forgets names, places or facts—and has trouble with everyday things like reading or shopping—it may not mean you are getting old. It could be Alzheimer’s disease. So It’s important to see a doctor as soon as you can.There is no cure fo r Alzheimer’s. But a drug called ARICEPT has been used by millions of people to help their symptoms（症状）.In studies, ARICEPT has been proved to work for Alzheimer’s. It has helped people improve their memory over time. It has also helped them to keep doing everyday things on their own.Ask your doctor if ARICEPT is right for you or your loved one. It is the Number One drug for Alzheimer’s in the world. The sooner you know it’s Alzheimer’s, the better ARICEPT can help.ARICEPT is good for many but may not be good for everyone. Some people may experience not sleeping well, feeling very tired, or not wanting to eat. In studies, these side effects weren’t serious at all and went away over time. Some people taking ARICEPT may feel light-headed. In this case you should tell your doctors because your condition may get worse.60. If one suffers from Alzheimer’s, ______.A. he has trouble with his memoryB. he can’t do everyday things on his ownC. he often forgets things because he is oldD. he can’t move about61. What is ARICEPT?A. A medicine to cure Alzheimer’s.B. A medicine to delay signs of aging.C. A medicine to reduce the symptoms of Alzheimer’s.D. A medicine to cure brain damage.62. One who is taking ARICEPT should go to see a doctor if he______.A. can’t fall asleepB. feels tired outC. has no desire to eatD. feels like a drunken manC8：30 P.M.OutlookOutlook is back with a new series of reports to keep you up date with all that’s new in the world of entertainment. Stories go all the way from the technical to the romantic, from stage to screen. There will be reports of the stars of the moment, the stars of the future and the stars of the past. The director with his new film, the designer with the latest fashion, and the musician with the popular song are part of the new Outlook. The program is introduced by Fran Levine.9：00 P.M.DiscoveryWhen a 10-year-old boy gets a first class degree in mathematics or an 8-year-old plays chess like a future grade master, they are considered as geniuses. Where does the quality of genius come from? Is it all in the genes（基因）or can any child be turned into a genius? And if parents do have a child who might become a genius in the future, what should they do? In this 30-minute film, Barry Johnson, the professor at School of Medicine, New York University will help you discover the answer.10：00 P.M.Science/HealthIs it possible to beat high blood pressure without drugs? The answer is “yes”, according to the researchers at Johns Hopkins and three other medical centers. After a study of 800 persons with high blood pressure, they found that after 6 months, those devoted to weight loss—exercise and eating a low-salt, low-fat food—lost about 13 pounds and became fitter. Plus, 35% of them dropped into the “normal” category（范畴）. This week, Dr. Alan Duckworth will tell you how these people reduce their blood pressure to a level similar to what’s achieved with Hypertension drugs.63. The main purpose of writing these three texts is______.A. to invite people to see filmsB. to invite people to topic discussionsC. to attract more students to attend lecturesD. to attract more people to watch TV programs64. From Outlook, you can get a great deal of information about______.A. story tellersB. famous starsC. film companiesD. music fans65. Who will be most probably interested in Discovery?A. Parents who want to send their children to a school of medicine.B. Children who are good at mathematics.C. Parents who want their child to become another Albert Einstein.D. Children who are interested in playing chess.66. In Science/Health, “Johns Hopkins” is______.A. a famous universityB. a medical centerC. a well-known doctorD. a drug company67. According to the third text, which of the following has almost the same effect as Hypertensiondrugs?A. Exercise plus a healthy diet.B. Loss of thirteen pounds in weight.C. Six months of exercise without drugs.D. Low-salt and low-fat food.DWho is there among us who hasn’t dreamed of having his or her o wn small（maybe, several years later, even bigger）business, and having wonderful freedom, both from a boss and from the time clock：the freedom to make up our own rules for our work, and our own plans—arranging our own hours of work? That way work would be both painless and fun. Or, so we imagine.Well, in fact it isn’t quite as simple as that. Yes, it is true that being the boss has its satisfactions and that you can arrange your working hours freely if you own your own small business. But in those early years of starting your own business, you shouldn’t think of a free day, not to mention flying off for a month’s vacation. It is not unusual for new business owners to work seventy or eighty hours a week, and if there is a day off, that day might need to be devoted to accounting（算账）.But this negative picture doesn’t destroy the beautiful hopes. The possibility of getting something wonderful in return—both material and mental—continues to drive that large number of people who start up small businesses each year in the United States.68. From the first paragraph, we know that everybody hopes______.A. to rule othersB. to be his or her own bossC. to get a time clockD. to be free from work69. Most new business owners have to______.A. work more than 10 hours a dayB. devote himself to accountingC. fly to some places in the worldD. have a day off in a week70. The expression “negative picture”most probably means“______”.A. a terrible experienceB. a poor pictureC. limited freedomD. unpleasant situations71. The beautiful hopes will never be destroyed because______.A. people love beautiful things by natureB. people have a strong desire to seek personal gainsC. small businesses make big money each year in the USD. small businesses have advantages over big companiesEThe year is 2094. It has been announced that a comet（彗星）is heading towards the Earth. Most of it will miss our planet, but two pieces will probably hit the southern half of the Earth.On 17 July, a piece four kilometres wide enters the Earth’s atmosphere（大气层）with a massive explosion. About half of the piece is destroyed, but the remaining part hits the South Atlantic at 200 times the speed of sound. The sea boils and a huge hole is made in the sea bed. Huge waves are created and spread outwards from the hole. The wall of water, a kilometre high, rushes towards southern Africa at 800 kilometres an hour. Cities on the African coast are totally destroyed and millions of people are drowned.Before the waves reach South America, the second piece of the comet lands in Argentina. Earthquakes and volcanoes are set off in the Andes Mountains. The shock waves move north into California and all around the Pacific Ocean. The cities of Los Angeles, San Francisco and Tokyo are completely destroyed by earthquakes. Millions of people in the southern half of the earth are already dead, but the north won’t escape for long. Because of the explosions, the sun is hidden by clouds of dust, temperatures around the world fall to almost zero. Crops are ruined. The sun won’t be seen again for many years. Wars break out as countries fight for food. A year later, no more than 10 million people remain alive.Could it really happen? In fact, it has already happened more than once in the history of the Earth. The dinosaurs were on the Earth for over 160 million years. Then 65 million years ago they suddenly disappeared. Many scientists believe that the Earth was hit by a piece of object in space. The dinosaurs couldn’t live through the cold climate that followe d and they died out. Will we meet the same end?72. What is mainly described in the passage?A. A historic discovery.B. An event of imagination.C. A research on space.D. A scientific adventure.73. When the first piece hits the South Atlantic, it causes______.A. an earthquakeB. damages to citiesC. an Earth explosionD. huge waves74. Why can’t the northern half of the earth escape for long?A. Because the land is covered with water.B. Because the light and heat from the sun can not reach the earth.C. Because people there can not live at the temperature of zero.D. Because wars break out among countries.75. By giving the example of dinosaurs, the author tries to prove______.A. animals could not live in the cold climateB. what happened 65 million years ago was an invented storyC. the human beings will die out in 2094D. the Earth could be hit by other objects in space四、短文改错 ( 本大题共 1 题, 共计 10 分)I often dream of a teacher. I dream of standing on the 76. ______platform in the classroom and give lessons to lovely boys 77. ______and girls. I teach them, play with them, but watch them 78. ______growing up. I am always young when I was staying 79. ______with them. I know there is not easy to be a teacher. You 80. ______have to learn in order to teach. Without enough knowledges, 81. ______you can never learn well. What is more, you have to 82. ______be friends with your pupils and take good care of him. 83. ______Only in this way can you be a good teacher and win 84. ______respect from them. Though I am a student now, I will 85. ______work as very hard to make my dream come true.五、书面表达 ( 本大题共 1 题, 共计 25 分)三班的同学进行了一场有关英语学习的讨论。

2004年全国小学生英语作文大赛The 2004 National Primary School English Essay ContestIntroductionThe National Primary School English Essay Contest held in 2004 was a significant event that aimed to encourage young students to improve their English writing skills. This annual competition provided a platform for students to showcase their creativity, critical thinking, and language proficiency through the art of writing. The contest attracted numerous participants from across the country, all eager to demonstrate their talent and compete for the prestigious awards.ThemeThe theme for the 2004 contest was "My Dream." Participants were asked to write an essay exploring their dreams, aspirations, and goals for the future. This open-ended theme allowed students to express their thoughts and feelings in a creative and imaginative way, while also reflecting on their hopes and ambitions.FormatThe essay contest required students to write a composition of between 300 and 500 words. Participants were encouraged to use their imagination, create compelling narratives, and showcase their English language skills. Essays were judged on their originality, coherence, organization, language proficiency, and overall impact.ParticipantsThe 2004 National Primary School English Essay Contest attracted a diverse range of participants from different regions and backgrounds. Students from rural and urban areas, public and private schools, and various social and cultural backgrounds all took part in the competition. This diversity added richness and depth to the essays submitted, demonstrating the wide range of perspectives and experiences among young learners.Judging CriteriaA panel of experienced judges was appointed to evaluate and select the winning essays. The judges assessed the essays based on criteria such as creativity, originality, relevance to the theme, language proficiency, coherence, and overall writing quality. The judging process was rigorous and fair, ensuring that the best essays were recognized and awarded.Winners and AwardsAfter careful review and deliberation, the judges selected the top essays as winners of the 2004 contest. These outstanding young writers were recognized for their exceptional talent, creativity, and language proficiency. The winners received a variety of awards, including certificates, trophies, and cash prizes, which served as a source of motivation and encouragement for their future writing endeavors.ImpactThe 2004 National Primary School English Essay Contest had a profound impact on participants, teachers, parents, and the wider community. The contest inspired students to strive for excellence in their English writing skills, fostering a culture of creativity, critical thinking, and self-expression. It also provided a platform for young learners to showcase their talents, gain recognition for their achievements, and build confidence in their abilities.ConclusionThe 2004 National Primary School English Essay Contest was a resounding success, celebrating the creativity, talent, and language proficiency of young students across the country. Thecontest not only encouraged participants to express their dreams and aspirations but also inspired a love for writing and English language learning. This annual event continues to be a source of inspiration and motivation for young writers, nurturing a generation of skilled and passionate English language learners.。

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第一部分（共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分）1．Our dream is to _______ a World Cup that makes you, your grandchildren and everyone in football really proud. A．stage B．chairC．found D．watch2．Tom’s comments on this issue are confusing because they appear to ______the remarks on the same issue made earlier by him.A．violate B．induce C．clarify D．contradict3．I didn t see your sister at the meeting. If she , she would have met my brother.A．has come B．did comeC．came D．had come4．If the new safety system _______ to use, the accident would never have happened.A．had been put B．were put C．should be put D．would be put5．Kimberly ______ an article, so don’t disturb her.A．would write B．writes C．wrote D．is writing6．The company needs to _____ its outdated image to promote its newly-released product.A．lay out B．call upC．shake off D．give away7．Have you read the book Life and Death Are Wearing Me Out by Mo Yan, _____ that won him the 2012 Nobel Prize in Literature?A．the one B．one C．those D．ones8．He was elected______ president of the company, and _____news came ,in fact, as ______surprise.A．a; the ;X B．X; the ; a C．a; X; the D．the; the; a9．I really don’t know how to express my thanks to Mr. Li, my high school English teacher, without whose helpI__________ to college that year.A．weren’t to go B．hadn’t been able to goC．couldn’t go D．couldn’t h ave gone10．—Why are you so upset?—I had my computer repaired yesterday, but it ________ work again.A．doesn’t B．didn’tC．won’t D．wouldn’t11．I am so thrilled to have my underwater photos ______ in the National Geographic and on the cover!A．to be featured B．featured C．being featured D．to feature12．She was such a proud person that she would die she would admit she was wrong.A．since B．whenC．unless D．before13．I thought it hard to complete the project then, but I ________ my mind.A．will change B．would changedC．have changed D．had changed14．Large quantities of time ______ for practising guided writings.A．was needed B．are needed C．needs D．is needed15．________ online payment is safe, people will be more likely to link their bank cards to WeChat.A．Even though B．As thoughC．Ever since D．As long as16．Having pictures to color will keep children ______for hours.A．amused B．amusingC．amuse D．to amuse17．They _______ the business deal in less than an hour, after which they had a golf game.A．wrapped up B．picked upC．called up D．took up18．Within even the weakest of human bodies lies a life that is precious indeed--- ____ needs to be respected and honored.A．something that B．one C．one that D．something19．It’s impossible for all t he people to get jobs because ______of them is not fit for them.A．every one B．allC．not all D．none20．The mother goes mad every time she washes the T-shirt__________ her son wipes his dirty hands.A．that B．whereC．which D．when第二部分阅读理解（满分40分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。

2004年重庆高考英语作文The 2004 Chongqing College Entrance Examination English CompositionIn 2004, students in Chongqing, China took the College Entrance Examination, known as the Gaokao. One of the subjects they were tested on was English, where they were asked to write an essay on a given topic. Let's explore what the topic might have been and how students could have responded.Topic: The Importance of Education in Today's SocietyEducation plays a crucial role in shaping individuals and societies. In today's fast-paced and competitive world, the significance of education cannot be overstated. It not only helps individuals acquire knowledge and skills but also instills values, shapes attitudes, and fosters personal growth. Therefore, the importance of education in today's society cannot be ignored.First and foremost, education equips individuals with the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in life. In today's highly specialized and technologically advanced world, a good education is essential for securing a decent job and achieving financial stability. Moreover, education broadens one's horizons, exposes individuals to new ideas and perspectives, and fosterscritical thinking and problem-solving skills. In short, education is the key to unlocking one's full potential and realizing one's aspirations.Furthermore, education plays a vital role in promoting social mobility and reducing inequality. By providing equal opportunities for all individuals to access quality education, society can overcome barriers of class, race, and gender. Education empowers individuals to rise above their circumstances, pursue their dreams, and contribute meaningfully to society. It is through education that societies can break the cycle of poverty and create a more equitable and inclusive world for all.In addition, education is essential for promoting cultural understanding and fostering global cooperation. In today's interconnected world, the ability to communicate and collaborate with people from diverse backgrounds is crucial. Education helps individuals develop intercultural competence, empathy, and respect for different cultures and perspectives. By promoting cross-cultural understanding, education can bridge divides, build bridges, and promote peace and harmony among nations.Moreover, education plays a significant role in shaping attitudes and values. By imparting moral and ethical principles, promoting civic responsibility, and fostering a sense of social justice, education helps individuals become responsible and conscientious citizens. It instills values such as honesty, integrity, tolerance, and respect for others, which are essential for building a just, inclusive, and sustainable society.In conclusion, education is the cornerstone of individual success, social progress, and global harmony. In today's dynamic and interconnected world, the importance of education cannot be overstated. It is through education that individuals can realize their full potential, societies can overcome inequality, and the world can achieve peace and prosperity. Therefore, it is essential for governments, educators, parents, and students to recognize the value of education and work together to ensure that everyone has access to quality education and the opportunity to thrive in today's society.Overall, the 2004 Chongqing College Entrance Examination English Composition on the importance of education in today's society would have challenged students to think critically, articulate their ideas effectively, and demonstrate their English language proficiency. It is a topic that remains relevant andsignificant today, as education continues to play a crucial role in shaping individuals, societies, and the world at large.。

2004年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试英语本试卷分第一卷（选择题）和第二卷（非选择题）两部分。

共150分。

考试时间120分钟。

第一卷（三部分，共115分）第一部分：听力理解（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一道小题，从每题所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听完每段对话后，你将有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话你将听一遍。

例：How much is the shirt ?A．£19.15 B．£9.15C．£9.18.答案是B.1．What did the boy finally get ?A．A colorful bike . B．A blue bike . C．A white bike .2．How long does the woman plan to stay ?A．About seven days . B．About five days . C．About twelve days . 3．What do we know about the man ?A．He is making coffee.B．He has a pain in his hands .C．He is busy painting .4．What did the woman do last night ?A．She saw a movie . B．She went to her sister’s . C．She watched a football game .5．What time will Cathy go to the party ?A．Before seven . B．Around six thirty . C．After seven .第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。

重庆市石柱中学高2017级高二上一月考英语试题第一部分，听力第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置，听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间，有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1. Where is the man?A. In a hotel.B. In a shop.C. At home.2. What's wrong with Li Hua?A. He has got a toothache.B. He has got a backache.C. He has got a headache.3. What did they want to buy?A. A pair of shoes.B. A cheap shirt.C. An expensive coat.4. What are they talking about?A. The price.B. The direction.C. The time.5. Where does the conversation probably take place?A. In a meeting room.B. In a restaurant.C. In a library. 第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。

听每段对话前，你将有时间阅读各个小题将给出每题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。

每段对话读两遍。

听第6段材料，回答第6、7、8题。

6. Who are the speakers?A. Students.B. Teachers.C. Clerks.7. What are they mainly talking about?A. Noise in the office.B. A new meeting room.C. The story of a workmate.8. What does Stan suggest they do?A. Talk to Jack openly.B. Move to another office.C. Ask for a meeting room.听第7段材料，回答第9、10、11题。

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下学期高一英语期中模拟试题07满分150分，时间为120分钟。

第Ⅰ卷（共100分)第一部分听力（共三节，满分20 分)第一节（共5小题，每小题1分，满分5分）听下面5段对话每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A，B，C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置.听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题.每段对话仅读一遍。

1. What does John's elder brother do？A. An engineer。

B. A teacher。

C。

A doctor.2。

Where are the speakers probably?A. In a shop。

B. At home. C。

In a bookstore。

3。

What is the man going to do？A. Look for a hotel. B。

Have his watch repaired。

C. Meet someone at the hotel.4. Who is speaking to Robert？A. His boss. B。

His colleague. C. His teacher。

山东省桓台第二中学2016-2017学年高二英语上学期期中试题本试卷分第I卷（选择题）和第II卷（非选择题）两部份，共5页。

满分150分，考试时间120分钟。

考试结束后，将本试卷和答案卡一并交回。

注意事项：1．答第I卷前考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。

2．选出每小题答案前，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。

如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号框,不能答在本试卷上，不然无效。

第Ⅰ卷第一部份听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节(共5小题；每小题分，满分分)听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项当选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。

听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题．每段对话仅读一遍。

1. What airline is the man taking?A. Air China.B. China Eastern Airline.C. China Southern Airline.2. Where does the conversation probably take place?A. In a store.B. At a restaurant.C. At a supermarket.3. When did the man get to class yesterday?A. At 2:30.B. At 2:00.C. At 1:30.4. What does the man mean?A. He can’t afford the new car.B. His friend has bought the car for him.C. He has already made the down payment(定金）on the car.5. What can we learn from the conversation?A. The woman wants to buy the red shoes.B. The white shoes are very expensive.C. The red shoes are very expensive.第二节( 共15 小题; 每小题分, 共分)听下面5段对话或独白。

山东省桓台第二中学2012-2013学年高二上学期模块学分认定英语试题扫描版含答案新人教版高二英语试题参考答案单项选择（共25小题，每小题1分，满分25分）1-5 BBDCA 6-10 DACBB 11--15 BDABC 16--20 BDACA 21--25 DBACD 完形填空（共20小题，每小题1分，满分20分）26-30 BDCBA 31-35 ACDDB 36-40 CABCD 41-45 BCABD阅读理解（共20小题，每小题2分，满分40分）46-50 DCBAD 51-55 BCACD 56---60 ADCDB 61---65 BBCAD D单词拼写（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分）(答案不唯一，正确即可)66. confusing; 67. exception; 68. memory; 69. extend; 70. profound;71. simplified; 72. specific/concrete; 73. volunteers; 74. Disturbing; 75. Meanwhile;完成句子（共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分）(答案不唯一，正确即可)76. feed on 77. on the increase 78. have nothing in common 79. takes it for granted 80. only to find阅读表达( 共5小题，每小题3，满分15分 )81．He is one of librarian staff．／He is a librarian．82．How to borrow a book in a library．83. It’s probably being used in the library. / It’s likely to be used then in the library.84. ask others for help85．The library tour．书面表达（共1题，满分30分）One possible version:Dear editor,There is no doubt that safety plays an important role in our daily school life. Recently our school has carried out a program which was aimed at making our school a safe place.I consider this as a good practice, which will make us aware that safety should always come first in our daily life, whether when we stay at school or not. When we are having P.E or ding sports, we should attach importance to our safety and avoid getting hurt. What’s more, when we get into trouble with our classmates, we should remain claim and avoid any form of fighting. We should form a cheerful, healthy psychological quality.In a word, I think I myself should work hard and do what I can to make our school a safe place.Yours sincerelyLi Hua。

欲彩州领脚市脖脸学校普宁二中高二下学期第一次月考英语试题I 语言知识及应用（共两节，满分45分）第一节完形填空（共15小题，每小题2分，满分30分）We all have dreams. Yet so few of us realize them. Often, a dream dies as quickly as it is born __ 1 we lack the confidence to keep it. When I was old enough, I realized that society puts a high ___2____ on youth, beauty and intellectual achievement. This discovery gave me some idea to develop my dream although I was ___3___.My dream was 4 . I dreamed of becoming a ___5___. The employment field was a highly 6 place. It gave not only fierce competition to a disabled job – seeker but also the unfriendly treatment from the ___7___ strong and healthy. They see the disabled as the back row of society. However, I ___8___ to sit in the back row. I decided to take a course. When I handed over the application form to the interviewer, she looked at me and advised me to __9___ my choice from typing. But I was ___10____ to stay with it. She accepted me.On the fifth month of the six-month course, five students were chosen to do some copy typing.I was one of them. I was very ___11___ and finished half of the work given to us all.More work came to me after this test. I could see quite clearly the way to __12___ my dream.I became a typist in one of the offices immediately after my graduation. I did not ___13___ starting at the bottom of the ladder. Being a typist was just the beginning. Having achieved one dream, I set out to achieve others. There was no easy task. But the sacrifice proved ___14____ . Dreamers should keep reaching out for their dreams, whatever the __15___ is, until they get what they want in life.1. A. even if B. because C. although D. unless2. A. standard B. view C. value D. measure3. A. disabled B. talented C. excited D. measure4. A. fantastic B. complicated C. acceptable D. simple5. A. teacher B. typist C. scientist D. doctor6. A. competitive B. valuable C. mysterious D. adventurous7. A. originally B. extremely C. physically D. fortunately8. A．had B．continued C．meant D．refused9. A．change B．ignore C．confirm D．prevent10. A．willing B．reluctant C．determined D．glad11. A．happy B．efficient C．developing D．excited12. A．achieving B．changing C．turning D．enjoying13. A．avoid B．risk C．consider D．mind14.A．disappointing B．rewarding C．encouraging D．satisfying15. A．happiness B．pain C．sorrow D．excitement第二节语法填空（共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）Dr Isaac Asimov was an American author and biochemist who ____16____(bear)in Russia in 1920. Asimov went to the United States with his family at the age of three. He grew up in New York, ___17_____(graduate)from Columbia University in 1939. In 1948, he earned a PhD ___18____. He began to write stories ___19___ science-fiction magazines in 1939. He was a very successful writer who produced ___20___ amazing number of books: he wrote over 400 volumes. Asimov is ___21____(well) known for his science fiction and popular science book, of ___22__ the Foundation series, the Galactic Empire series and the Robot series are the most popular. Asimov’s books cover ____23____(vary)topics in science, and he developed a set of ethics for robots and machine intelligence which influence many ___24___ writers. ____25____(have) a further knowledge, you can surf the related information on the website II 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）第一节阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分）ADo dogs understand us?Be careful what you say around your dog. It might understand more than you think.A border collie named Rico recognizes the names of about 200 objects, say researchers in Germany. The dog also appears to be able to learn new words as easily as a 3-year-old child. Its word-learning skills are as good as those of a parrot or chimpanzee(黑猩猩).In one experiment, the researchers took all 200 items that Rico is supposed to know and divided them into 20 groups of 10 objects. Then the owner told the dog to go and fetch one of the items and bring it back. In four tests, Rico got 37 out of 40 commands right. As the dog couldn't see anyone to get clues, the scientists believe Rico must understand the meanings of certain words.In another experiment, the scientists took one toy that Rico had never seen before and put it in a room with seven toys whose names the dog already knew. The owner then told Rico to fetch the object, using a word the dog had never heard before.The correct object was chosen in seven out of l0 tests, suggesting that the dog had worked out the answer by process of elimination(排除法). A month later, Rico remembered half of the new names, which is even more impressive.Rico is thought to be smarter than the average dog. For one thing, Rico is a border collie, a breed (品种)known for its mental abilities. In addition, the 9-year-old dog has been trained to fetch toys by their names since the age of nine months.It's hard to know if all dogs understand at least some of the words we say. Even if they do, they can't talk back. Still, it wouldn't hurt to sweet-talk your dog every now and then. Youmight just get a big, wet kiss in return!26. Which of the following best explains the underlined word “A border collie”?A. a parrot which is betterB. a dog which is foolishC. a dog which is smarterD. a dog which is better27. From paragraph 2 we know that __ .A. animals are as clever as human beingsB. dogs are smarter than parrots and chimpanzeesC. dogs have similar 'learning abilities as 3-year-old childrenD. chimpanzees have very good word-learning skills28. Both experiments show that .A. Rico is smart enough to get all commands rightB. Rico can recognize different things including toysC. Rico has developed the ability of learning mathematicsD. Rico won't forget the names of objects once recognizing them29. Which of the following statements is true?A. The purpose of the experiments is to show the border collie's mental abilities.B. The border collie is world-famous for recognizing objects.C. Rico has a better memory partly because of its proper early training.D. Rico is born to understand its owner's commands.30. What does the writer want to tell us?A. To be friendly to your dog.B. To train your dog.C. To talk to your dog.D. To be careful with your dog.BIn the United States, when one becomes rich, he wants people to know it. And even if he does not become very rich, he wants people to think that he is. That is what ‘keeping up with the Joneses’ is about, It is the story of someone who tried to look as rich as his neighbors.The expression was first used in 1913 by a young American called Arthur Momand. He told this story about himself. He began earning $ 125 a week at the age of 23. That was a lot of money in those days. He got married and moved with his wife to a very wealthy neighborhood outside New York City. When he saw that rich people rode horses, Momand went horseback riding every day. When he saw that rich people had servants, Momand and his wife also hired a servant and gave big parties for their new neighbours.It was like a race, but one could never finish this race because one was always trying to keep up. The race ended for Momand and his wife when they could no longer pay for their new way of life. They moved back to an apartment in New York City.Momand looked around him and noticed that many people do things just to keep up with rich life--style of their neighbours. He saw the funny side of it and started to write a series of short stories, He called it ‘Keeping up with the Joneses’ because ‘Jones’ is a very common name in the United States.’ Keeping up with the Joneses’ came to mean keeping up with rich lifestyle of the people around you. Momand’s series appeared in different newspapers across the country for over 28 years.People never seem to get tired of keeping up with the Joneses. And there are ‘Jonses’ in every city of the world. But one must get tired of trying to keep up with the Joneses because no matter what one does, Mr. Jones always seems to be ahead.31. Some people want to keep up with the Joneses because they ______.A. want others to know or to think that they are richB. want to be as rich as their neighboursC. don’t want others to know they are richD. want to be happy32. It can be inferred from the story that rich people like to ________.A. live outside New York CityB. live in New York CityC. live in apartmentsD. have many neighbours33. The underlined word “neighbourhood” in the second paragraph means ________.A. a person who lives near anotherB. people living in an areaC. an area in another town or cityD. an area near the place referred to34. Arthur Momand used the name ‘Jones’ in his series of short stories because’ Jones’ is ________.A. an important nameB. a popular name in the United StatesC. his neighbour’s nameD. not a good name35. According to the writer, it is to keep up with the Joneses.A. correctB. impossibleC. interestingD. goodCThe way people hold to the belief that a fun-filled, pain free life equals happiness actually reduces their chances of ever attaining real happiness. If fun and pleasure are equal to happiness then pain must be equal to unhappiness. But in fact, the opposite is true: more often than not things that lead to happiness involve some pain.As a result, many people avoid the very attempts that are the source of true happiness. They fear the pain inevitably brought by such things as marriage, raising children, professional achievement, religious commitment , self - improvement.Ask a bachelor(单身汉) why he resists marriage even though he finds dating to be less and less satisfying. If he is honest he will tell you that he is afraid of making a commitment. For commitment is in fact quite painful. The single life is filled with fun, adventure, excitement. Marriage has such moments, but they are not its most distinguishing features.Couples with infant children are lucky to get a whole night’s sleep or a three - day vacation.I don’t know any parent who would choose the word fun to describe raising children. But couples who decide not to have children never know the joys of watching a child grow up or of playing with a grandchild.Understanding and accepting that true happiness has nothing to do with fun is one of the most liberating realizations. It liberates time: now we can devote more hours to activities that can genuinely increase our happiness. It liberates money: buying that new car or those fancy clothes that will do nothing to increase our happiness now seems pointless. And it liberates us from envy: we now understand that all those who are always having so much fun actually may not be happy at all.36．According to the author, a bachelor resists marriage chiefly because _______ .A. he believes that life will be more cheerful if he remains singleB. he finds more fun in dating than in marriageC. he fears it will put an end to all his fun adventure and excitementD. he is unwilling to take on family responsibilities37．Raising children, in the author’s opinion is ____________ .A. a moral dutyB. a rewarding taskC. a thankless jobD. a source of inevitable pain38. From the last paragraph, we learn that envy sometimes stems from __________ .A. hatredB. prejudiceC. misunderstandingD. ignorance39．To understand what true happiness is one must ____________ .A. have as much fun as possible during one’s lifetimeB. be able to distinguish happiness from funC. make every effort to liberate oneself from painD. put up with pain under all circumstances40．What is the author trying to tell us?A. attaining happiness is necessary for everyone.B. It is important to make commitments.C. Happiness often goes hand in hand with pain．D. It is pain that leads to happiness.DBoys’ schools are the perfect place to teach young men to express t heir emotions and involvethem in activities such as art, dance and music.Far from the traditional image of a culture of aggressive masculinity (男子气概), the absence of girls gives boys the chance to develop without pressure to be consistent to a stereotype, a US study says.Boys at single-sex schools were said to be more likely to get involved in cultural and artistic activities that helped develop their abilities to express their emotions, rather than feeling they had to obey to the “boy code” of hiding their emotions to be a “real man”.The findings of the study are against the received wisdom that boys do better when taught alongside girls.Tony Little, headmaster of Eton, warned that boys were being ignored by the British education system because it had become too focused on girls. He criticized teachers for failing to recognize that boys are actually more emotional than girls.The research argued that boys often perform badly in mixed schools because they become discouraged when their female peers do better earlier in speaking and reading skills.“But in single-sex schools teachers can adjust lessons to boys’ learning style, letting them move around the classroom and getting them to compete in teams to prevent boredom”, wrote the stud y’s author, Abigail James of the University of Virginia.Teachers could encourage boys to enjoy reading and writing with “boy-focused” approaches such as themes and characters that appeal to them. Because boys generally have sharper vision, learn best th rough touch, and are physically more active, they need to be given “hands-on” lessons where they are allowed to walk around. “Boys in mixed schools view classical music as feminine (女性的) and prefer the modern type in which violence and sexism are major the mes,”James wrote.Single-sex education also made it less likely that boys would feel they had to give in to a stereotype(陈词滥调) that men should be “masterful and in charge” in relationships. “In mixed schools boys feel pressed to act like men before they understand themselves well enough to know what that means,” the study reported.41. The author believes that a single-sex school would ____ .A. encourage boys to express their emotions more freelyB. force boys to hide their emotions to be “real men”C. help to form masculine aggressiveness in boysD. naturally place emphasis on the traditional image of a man to boys42. What does Tony Little say about the British education system?A. It fails more boys than girls academically.B. It focuses more on mixed school education.C. It places more pressure on boys than on girls.D. It fails to give boys the attention they need.43. It is commonly believed that in a mixed school boys _____ .A. grow up more healthilyB. perform relatively betterC. behave more responsiblyD. receive a better education44. According to Abigail James, one of the advantages of single-sex schools is _____.A. boys can focus on their lessons without being absent-mindedB. boys can choose to learn whatever they are interested inC. teaching can be designed to promote boys’ team spiritD. teaching can be adapted to suit the characteristics of boys45. Which of the following is the characteristic of boys according to Abigail James’ report?A. They have sharper vision.B. They enjoy being in charge.C. They act the same to stereotypes.D. 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2004年辽宁高考英语作文The 2004 Liaoning College Entrance Examination (高考) English Writing Test is one of the most anticipated events for high school students across the province. It is a test that measures not only one's proficiency in the English language but also their ability to think critically and express ideas coherently.One of the topics that year was about the importance of environmental conservation. Students were asked to write an essay of at least 300 words discussing the impact of environmental degradation and the ways in which individuals and governments can work together to protect the environment.Environmental conservation has become a pressing issue in recent years as the negative effects of pollution and climate change have become more apparent. The essay prompt asked students to reflect on the consequences of these environmental problems and to propose solutions for a more sustainable future.Many students chose to discuss the detrimental effects of pollution on air, water, and soil quality, as well as the implications for human health and biodiversity. They emphasized the need for individuals to reduce their carbon footprint by using public transportation, conserving energy, and practicing recycling.Some students also called for stricter regulations on industrial waste disposal and emissions to protect the environment.In terms of government action, students proposed initiatives such as investing in renewable energy sources, enforcing environmental regulations, and promoting environmental education in schools. They believed that governments play a crucial role in setting policies and standards that can guide society towards more sustainable practices.Overall, the 2004 Liaoning College Entrance Examination English Writing Test provided students with an opportunity to reflect on the importance of environmental conservation and to think critically about how they can contribute to a healthier planet. It challenged students to not only demonstrate their language skills but also showcase their ability to analyze complex issues and propose meaningful solutions.In conclusion, the 2004 Liaoning College Entrance Examination English Writing Test was a thought-provoking exercise that encouraged students to engage with important global issues and think about their role in creating a more sustainable future. It served as a reminder of the interconnectedness of human actions and the environment, andthe need for collective efforts to protect our planet for future generations.Overall, the 2004 Liaoning College Entrance Examination English Writing Test was a thought-provoking exercise that encouraged students to engage with important global issues and think about their role in creating a more sustainable future. It served as a reminder of the interconnectedness of human actions and the environment, and the need for collective efforts to protect our planet for future generations.。