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1、 阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、和 D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A new study has found that a child's reading speed can be improved by simply increasing the space between letters within a piece of text. The research, led by Dr Steven Stagg of Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), examined the benefits of letter spacing and coloured overlays (颜色标注) among children.
Two groups of children, dyslexic (有阅读障碍的) and non-dyslexic children, were asked to read four texts with either standard or extra-large letter spacing, both with and without a coloured overlay. They were instructed to read the text out loud while being recorded. The recording was used to measure the number of errors they made — specifically missed words, added words, wrong words, and pronunciation — as well as the participants ' reading time.
The study discovered that text with increased space between letters provided a benefit for both groups. On average, the dyslexia group showed a 13% rise in reading speed, while the group of non-dyslexic children showed a 5% rise. In addition to improving reading speed, it also resulted in a significant decline in the number of words missed by the children with dyslexia. However, the study found that coloured overlays had no significant impact on reading speed or the reduction of errors for either group.
Dr Stagg, Senior Lecturer in Psychology at ARU, said, "We believe extra-large letter spacing works by reducing what is known as the 'crowding effect'( 拥挤效应), which can hamper the recognition of letters and reduce reading speed."
"Our findings strongly suggest that teachers can be confident that all children would be helped by increased letter spacing in reading materials." Dr Stagg added. While we found that coloured overlays provided little benefit, we suggest children should be encouraged to use overlays if they find these help their reading. Coloured overlays may not increase reading speeds, but they may extend reading stamina ( 持 久 力). Previous research suggests their benefits may not become apparent if reading time is less than 10 minutes and the short reading duration of the tests in our study may have put coloured overlays at a disadvantage(劣 势).
(1)、Which of the following best describes the research process in paragraph 2?A、Explain, group and report. B、Read, instruct and measure. C、Question, guess and prove. D、Classify, record and count.(2)、What can we learn about increased letter spacing from paragraph 3?A、It increases reading speed. B、It sharpens reading skills. C、It arouses reading interest. D、It enhances reading comprehension.(3)、What does the underlined word "hamper" in paragraph 4 probably mean?A、Obtain. B、Prevent. C、Change. D、Involve.(4)、What can be inferred about coloured overlays from paragraph 5?A、They might work better in short reading. B、They might not be known by experts. C、They might not have been evaluated fairly. D、They might have some advantages. -
2、 阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、和 D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
The world itself is becoming much smaller by using modern traffic and modern communication means. Life today is much easier than it was hundreds of years ago, but it has brought new problems. One of the biggest problems is pollution. To pollute means to make things dirty. Pollution comes in many ways. We see it, smell it, drink it and even hear it.
Man has been polluting the earth. The more people, the more pollution. Many years ago, the problem was not so serious because there were not so many people. When the land was used up or the river was dirty in one place, man moved to another place. But this is no longer true. Man is now slowly polluting the whole world.
Air pollution is still the most serious. It's bad for all living things in the world, but it is not the only one kind of pollution. Water pollution kills our fish and pollutes our drinking water. Noise pollution makes us angry more easily.
Many countries are making rules to fight pollution. They stop people from burning coal in houses and factories in the city, and from putting dirty smoke into the air.
Pollution by SO2 is now the most dangerous kind of air pollution. It is caused by heavy traffic. We are sure that if there are fewer people driving, there will be less air pollution.
The earth is our home. We must take care of it. That means keeping the land, water and air clean. And we must take care of the rise in pollution at the same time.
(1)、Hundreds of years ago, life was ____it is today.A、much easier than B、as easy as C、much harder than D、as hard as(2)、Air pollution is the most serious kind of pollution because ____.A、it makes much noise B、it makes us angry more easily C、it makes our rivers and lakes dirty D、it's bad for all living things in the world(3)、There are rules people make to fight against pollution Except ____.A、stopping people from burning coal. B、stopping people from pouring dirty water into the ocean. C、stopping people from moving to other places. D、stopping people from putting dirty smoke in the air.(4)、Which of the following is NOT true?A、Many countries are making rules to fight pollution. B、The pollution of the earth grows as fast as the world population does. C、The problem of pollution is not so serious because there are not so many people living on the earth. D、If people could go to work by bus or bike instead of car or motorbike, it would be helpful in fighting against the problem of SO2. -
3、 阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、和 D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
In 1990, Hal Donaldson was 23 years old, fresh out of college and found himself in Calcutta, India, where he was asked to interview Mother Teresa.
Donaldson says about the great woman famed for feeding the hungry, "She wasn't wearing shoes and her ankles were swollen. She sat down with me and was very polite. "After the interview, Mother Teresa asked him,"What are you doing to help the poor?" Donaldson admitted that he was young and wasn't focused on helping others. With a smile on her face, Mother Teresa said,"Everyone can do something."
Those words deeply struck Donaldson and forced him to face hard truths about himself.
Hal Donaldson grew up in the San Francisco Bay area. When he was 12 years old, his parents were hit by a drunk driver; his father died, and his mother was seriously injured. To make ends meet, they went on welfare.Donaldson says,"I had holes in my shoes and clothes. When you're teased at school for that, you just want to escape."
He managed to do just that. Donaldson got into college and turned his focus to making
money for himself. He says."I was just trying to find my way out of insignificance. However, it's easy to overlook others along the way. I was the guy that would see a homeless person and cross the street, so I didn't have to confront(面对) him. My focus was on climbing to the top instead of helping those trying to climb with me.
Donaldson returned home from India with a different thought. He traveled to eight cities in America and stayed on the streets and listened to stories of the homeless."My heart broke," he says."I knew I could no longer just live for myself. "
Inspired by Mother Teresa's words and the stories he 'd heard across America, Donaldson loaded a pick up truck with $300 worth of groceries and handed them out to anyone who needed help. In 1994. Donaldson created the nonprofit organization, Convoy for Hope, which works with communities across America and around the world. Their work focuses on feeding children, women's empowerment, helping farmers and disaster services.
(1)、What did 23-year -old Hal Donaldson do in India?A、He interviewed Mother Teresa. B、He fed the hungry with Mother Teresa. C、He attended an job-interview for a college. D、He did something to help the poor.(2)、What can we learn about Hal Donaldson from paragraph 4?A、He was born with disability. B、He led a hard life as a child. C、He was well treated at school. D、He survived as an orphan.(3)、How does Hal Donaldson describe himself in college?A、Self-centered B、Sympathetic C、Popular D、Generous(4)、How did Hal Donaldson change after he returned home from India?A、He preferred traveling to volunteering. B、He suddenly fell in love with journalism. C、He turned his focus to living for himself. D、He gradually devoted himself to helping others. -
4、 阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、和 D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
At Beaver Meadows Ranch on Red Feather Lakes, Colorado, there is a long list of outdoor winter activities for the entire family. Take a winter vacation there.
Ice Fishing
For $10 a day, visitors can try their hand at ice fishing. Ice fishing is available from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. seven days a week. You will need to bring your own ice fishing equipment because it cannot be rented. You will need to have your fishing license too. For more about it, call 800-462-5870.
Hot Chocolate & Cookies Sleigh Ride
Passengers take a 15- to 20-minute sleigh ride through beautiful Colorado country. During the sleigh ride, you'll have the experience of stopping at an old-time cabin, warming yourself by a fire and eating cookies while drinking hot chocolate. You will need to contact them at 970-231- 1955 to set up a time for your sleigh ride.
Winter Horseback Riding
Experience winter horseback riding while viewing the breathtaking beauty of the surrounding 840 acres where Beaver Meadows Ranch makes its home. You'll be guided on a tour by one of the expert wranglers (牧马人) when the weather permits. One-hour rides cost $35 per person and two-hour rides cost $50. For more information, contact them at 866-881-7679 to set up your horseback riding winter activity.
Other Winter Activities Information
For more information about Beaver Meadows Ranch, or if you'd like to book a room for an adventurous holiday, call 970-881-2450. It's not very often you can find a one-stop adventure spot full of winter activities. Take advantage of your free time this winter season and enjoy the outdoor scenery in Colorado.
(1)、If you want to enjoy sleigh rides, you will call ____.A、800-462-5870 B、970-231- 1955 C、970-881-2450 D、866-881-7679(2)、How much does a couple have to pay if they want to have a two-hour horseback ride? A. $50. B. $70. C. $100. D. $140.(3)、Where can you most probably read this passage?A、In the latest news. B、In a children's book. C、In a travel guide. D、In a sportsman's diary. -
5、 I have had enough of my partner Jane. She was always ____ any time about anything.A、adjusting B、praising C、celebrating D、complaining
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6、 My mother tried to____ me not to go to Athens to watch the 2004 Olympic Games, but she failed.A、persuade B、stress C、admire D、recognize
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7、 Each class needs to select two students to ____their class to take part in the contest.A、reflect B、decline C、detect D、represent
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8、 As a player, Lang Ping brought ____and glory to her country.A、civilization B、honour C、solution D、impression
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9、 The government should take effective measures to prevent rare animals from ____.A、turning out B、coming out C、making out D、dying out
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10、 He drove to the airport to ____his daughter.A、pick up B、catch up C、turn up D、live up
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11、 Once you become a(n)____to online games, it will be hard for you to get out of it.A、butcher B、baker C、addict D、officer
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12、 Having ____serious pollution, it will take a long time to make the river clean again.A、gathered B、downloaded C、recommended D、suffered
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13、 You ____hurry, for there's plenty of time.A、couldn't B、mustn't C、needn't D、wouldn't
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14、 This toy____be Amy's. She is the only kid at the picnic.A、can B、must C、need D、can't
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15、 He ____be our English teacher. Our teacher Jerry has gone to Beijing.A、needn't B、mustn't C、can't D、wouldn't
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16、 —Excuse me, where is Tom?
—He____be playing basketball in the gym, but I'm not sure.
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17、 Yesterday, he visited his teacher____ advice had a great effect on his life.A、whom B、which C、whose D、who
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18、 This is the reason____ he cried so suddenly.A、what B、which C、that D、why
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19、 The weather turned out to be fine, ____was more than we could expect.A、which B、that C、when D、it
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20、 He is good at English, ____we all know.A、that B、as C、whom D、what