国际高中入学考试模拟试卷英语
杭外剑桥国际高中-入学模拟考试--英语-1
杭外剑桥国际高中-入学模拟考试--英语-1单选（1分x 15）1. —Look! Do you know _____ man under the tree?—Sorry. It’s too far to see_____clearly.A. this; him B that; his C. this; her D. that; him2.—David has been away for more than 25 clays. .—I miss him very much. You know, 25 days ______ short.A. isB. isn’t.C. areD. aren’t3. —Which T-shirt do you prefer?—The red one. It _____ more comfortable.A. tastesB. smellsC. feelsD. sounds4. —We’ll be back for our school’s____ anniversary ceremony.—I see. That means you'll have a get-together with your classmates in _______ years.A. fifteen; sevenB. fifteenth; sevenC. fifteen; seventhD. fifteenth; seventh5. —I joined the League _______May, 2008. What about you?—I’ve been a League member_____ three years.A. in; forB. on; inC. on; forD. in; since6. —Wang Jinquan, a teacher from Sichuan, has supported many poor students to college.— ______ he himself lives a plain（朴素的) life.A. SoB. ButC. BecauseD. Though7. —What’s the low-carbon life style like? .—Save________ energy, produce _______ carbon.A. more; moreB. less; moreC. less, lessD. more; less8. —How many students like this song?—_______ of us likes it. It sounds terrible.A. NoneB. NobodyC. EveryoneD. All9. —Do you know Tsering Danzhou, a Tibetan ten-year-old boy in Yushu?—Yes. He ______ the people his great help as a translator after the earthquake.A. providedB. supportedC. offeredD. afforded10. —1 don’t know______ to do next.—It’s easy. Press the red button in 2 minutes.A. whatB. howC. whereD. when11. —Which sport are you in at the school sports meeting?—No decision yet. I think it ______ after discussing with my PE teacher, Mr. Yuan.A will be decided B. will decide C. was decided D. is decided12. —Good news. We will have a _______holiday. .—I’ve heard of it. But it’s coming in _____.A. three days; three days’ timeB. three days’; three days' .C three-day; three days D. three days; three-day time13. —How would your family like to travel?—It’s a problem in my family. Mother prefers to take a bus to travel, while father always sticks________to travel.A. to driveB. to drivingC. drivingD. drive .14. —Could you tell me when Mr. Li _________ in Huanggang?—Sure. When he_______ , I ‘ll call you.A. arrives, will arriveB. will arrive; arrivesC. arrives; arrivesD. will arrive; will arrive15. —How was your trip?—________. I hope I can go there again.A. Just so-soB. Not very goodC. Nothing specialD. Wonderful第二节完形填空（共15小题，每小题1分，15分）More than 3,000 languages are spoken in the world. Of all these languages, English is ___16___ used. When it is used, the English language has also ___17___ many new words from other languages. For example, Americans borrowed "cookbook" from ___18___ .They also borrowed "tofu" and "kowtow" from Chinese.As we know, there are __19___between western culture and Chinese culture. We can learn about those by comparing how certain words are used. For example, "you are a lucky dog” ___20_ you are a lucky person. ___21_a person who is ill, they say, "sick as a dog".On ___22_ hand, Chinese people love cats very much. But in western cultu re, ”cat” is sometimes used to describe a woman ____23___ is cruel. The rose is__24_ a symbol of love in both China and some western countries. People think the rose ___25_ love, peace, courage and friendship．China, a country __26__the largest population in the world, has encouraged more people to learn English. ___27_ the 1990s, English learning has been very ____28__with Chinese people. Many of them have done well in English and have made great progress in __29__it.Now, students are required to learn English, and the study of English is regarded as a very important industry in China ___30_in the rest of the world. The English language has played an important part in our lives.16. A. more widely B. widely C. the most widely D. wide17. A. taken back B. taken in C. taken off D. taken out18. A. German B. Germany C. Germen D. Germans19. A. difference B. differences C. different D. difficulty20. A. to mean B. meant C. means D. meaning21. A. Describe B. To describe C. Described D.Description22. A. other B. the other C. another D. the others23. A. which B. whom C. whose D. that24. A. supposed B. supplied C. considered D. regarded25. A. stands for B. stands by C. stand for D. stood up26. A. have B. which has C. that have D. is27. A. In B. For C. By D. Since28. A. interested B. fond C. popular D. tired29. A. spoken B. speak C. speaking D. spoke30. A. as well as B. as well C. also D. so well as阅读2分X 15Wen Jiabao is the premier of the world's most populous(人口众多的)country. But millions of people would rather call him "grandpa". Always in plain jackets, he seemsan ordinary old man with a kind smile.Wen has visited the "left-behind" children before Children's Day. He visited Yang Saike's home, a primary schoolboy in a village of Xingping County, Shanxi. Yang's parents were working in Fujian, thousands of kilometers away. He was cared for by his grandparents. His parents fail to go home even once a year. The premier held Yang in his arms and looked through his exercise book then praised him for his hard work. Wen talked with many children and asked them many questions about their schooling and life. The premier asked the local governments to do something to protect and care for such children at home and let their parents in cities not worry about their children.But in the face of disasters, he has the power to pull together the whole country. About two hours after the deadly earthquake hit Sichuan Province, Premier Wen Jiabao was on a plane to the disaster area. Within two days, he had seen almost all the worst hit cities and towns. The 65-year- old man was seen climbing over damaged 26 buildings to encourage the trapped kids. And he shed（流泪）tears with sad families and promised to help rebuild their homes.Millions of Chinese were moved. "The people are always at the front of the premier's mind. From now on I’m a fan of the man of our people.” said an online post.31. Why do millions of people in China call Wen "grandpa"?A. Because he is the premier of the world's most populous country.B. Because he is plain and seems an old ordinary old man with a kind smile.C. Because he has the power to pull together the whole country.D. Because he visited almost all the worst hit cities and towns.32. What's the meaning of "left-behind" children?A. The children don’t study hard, they fall behind others.B. The teachers often left the children behind.C. The children always sit at the back of classroomD. The children's parents are working far away from them.33. What did the premier do after he visited Yang Saike's home?A. He held Yang in his arms.B. He asked the local governments to care for the "left-behind" children.C. He praised Yang for his hard work.D. He shed tears with sad families:34. Which of the following is NOT TRUE?A. Yang Saike's parents usually go home after working.B. Premier Wen has encouraged the whole nation to fight against the disasters.C. Grandpa Wen always thinks of the people first.D. The governments would do something to protect and care for people.The waterbuck is a kind of kind animals. All male waterbucks have horns, which may be big or small. Waterbucks use their horns when fighting and defending themselves.Zebras have strong bodies and long, straight legs that are good for running. Zebras help one another to look and listen for danger. If one zebra sees a lion, it makes a loud noise to warn the others. A zebra can run faster than a lion unless it is caught byC. reflect our innermost desires and fears.D. are a random outcome of neural repairs.43. By referring to the limbic system, the author intends to show ________A. its function in our dreams.B. the mechanism of REM sleep.C. the relation of dreams to emotions.D. its difference from the prefrontal cortex.44. The negative feelings generated during the day tend to ________A. aggravate in our unconscious mind.B. develop into happy dreams.C. persist till the time we fall asleep.D. show up in dreams early at night.45. Cartwright seems to suggest that ________A. waking up in time is essential to the ridding of bad dreams.B. visualizing bad dreams helps bring them under controll.C. dreams should be left to their natural progression.D. dreaming may not entirely belong to the unconscious.46. What advice might Cartwright give to those who sometimes have bad dreams?A. Lead your life as usual.B. Seek professional help.C. Exercise conscious control.D. Avoid anxiety in the daytime.My son Joe started dating a young lady whose father worked in a police station. Joe was interested in working there. And he came home one day and he said, "I'm taking the police test.” When he graduated, they assigned(分配)him to East New York where I started my career.However, Joe's brother, John wanted nothing to do with police or firefighters.He wanted to be the "next Donald Trump", a millionaire(富翁)well-known in America. But in 1984,I came down with throat cancer. He noticed how the guys l worked within the fire department(消防队)took care of us. He decided to be a firefighter.吗、Both the boys would call me when they were working. John would always call around four o'clock, and that particular(特别的)night, September 10, we spoke for a few minutes. And I said, “I love you.” and he said, “I love you.’ Joe called me in the morning and told me to turn on the television, that a plane just hit the Trade Center(世贸大厦)．②I just said, "Be careful. I love vou.”He said, “I love you, too.” That was it.We had the boys for John for 36 years, Joe for 34 years. It’s not many people that the last words they said to their son or daughter were “l love you,” and the last words that they heard were “I love you.” So, that makes me sleep at ni ght.47．Where did Joe started his career?___________________________________________________________________________ 48. Who is Donald Trump?___________________________________________________________________________49. Why did John decide to be a firefighter?___________________________________________________________________________ 50. What are the last words the author said to his sons?作文30分Many people think tourism will do harm to environment, too many tourists crowd to one scenic spot will cause pollution and even damage .what is your opinion。
杭外剑桥国际高中-入学模拟考试--英语-1
单选（1分x 15）1. —Look! Do you know _____ man under the tree?—Sorry. It’s too far to see_____clearly.A. this; him B that; his C. this; her D. that; him2.—David has been away for more than 25 clays. .—I miss him very much. You know, 25 days ______ short.A. isB. isn’t.C. areD. aren’t3. —Which T-shirt do you prefer?—The red one. It _____ more comfortable.A. tastesB. smellsC. feelsD. sounds4. —We’ll be back for our school’s____ anniversary ceremony.—I see. That means you'll have a get-together with your classmates in _______ years.A. fifteen; sevenB. fifteenth; sevenC. fifteen; seventhD. fifteenth; seventh5. —I joined the League _______May, 2008. What about you?—I’ve been a League member_____ three years.A. in; forB. on; inC. on; forD. in; since6. —Wang Jinquan, a teacher from Sichuan, has supported many poor students to college. — ______ he himself lives a plain（朴素(pǔ sù)的) life.A. SoB. ButC. BecauseD. Though7. —What’s the low-carbon life style like? .—Save________ energy, produce _______ carbon.A. more; moreB. less; moreC. less, lessD. more; less8. —How many students like this song?—_______ of us likes it. It sounds terrible.A. NoneB. NobodyC. EveryoneD. All9. —Do you know Tsering Danzhou, a Tibetan ten-year-old boy in Yushu?—Yes. He ______ the people his great help as a translator after the earthquake.A. providedB. supportedC. offeredD. afforded10. —1 don’t know______ to do next.—It’s easy. Press the red button in 2 minutes.A. whatB. howC. whereD. when11. —Which sport are you in at the school sports meeting?—No decision yet. I think it ______ after discussing with my PE teacher, Mr. Yuan.A will be decided B. will decide C. was decided D. is decided12. —Good news. We will have a _______holiday. .—I’ve heard of it. But it’s coming in _____.A. three days; three days’ timeB. three days’; three days' .C three-day; three days D. three days; three-day time13. —How would your family like to travel?—It’s a problem in my family. Mother prefers to take a bus to travel, while father always sticks________to travel.A. to driveB. to drivingC. drivingD. drive .14. —Could you tell me when Mr. Li _________ in Huanggang?—Sure. When he_______ , I ‘ll call you.A. arrives, will arriveB. will arrive; arrivesC. arrives; arrivesD. will arrive; will arrive15. —How was your trip?—________. I hope I can go there again.A. Just so-soB. Not very goodC. Nothing specialD. Wonderful第二节完形填空（共15小题，每小题1分，15分）More than 3,000 languages are spoken in the world. Of all these languages, English is -___16___ used. When it is used, the English language has also ___17___ many new words from other languages. For example, Americans borrowed "cookbook" from ___18___ .They also borrowed "tofu" and "kowtow" from Chinese.As we know, there are __19___between western culture and Chinese culture. We can learn about those by comparing how certain words are used. For example, "you are a lucky dog” ___20_ you are a lucky person. ___21_a person who is ill, they say, "sick as a dog".On ___22_ hand, Chinese people love cats very much. But in western culture, ”cat” is sometimes used to describe a woman ____23___ is cruel. The rose is__24_ a symbol of love in both China and some western countries. People think the rose ___25_ love, peace, courage and friendship．China, a country __26__the largest population in the world, has encouraged more people to learn English. ___27_ the 1990s, English learning has been very ____28__with Chinese people. Many of them have done well in English and have made great progress in __29__it. Now, students are required to learn English, and the study of English is regarded as a very important industry in China ___30_in the rest of the world. The English language has played an important part in our lives.16. A. more widely B. widely C. the most widely D. wide17. A. taken back B. taken in C. taken off D. taken out18. A. German B. Germany C. Germen D. Germans19. A. difference B. differences C. different D. difficulty20. A. to mean B. meant C. means D. meaning21. A. Describe B. To describe C. Described D.Description22. A. other B. the other C. another D. the others23. A. which B. whom C. whose D. that24. A. supposed B. supplied C. considered D. regarded25. A. stands for B. stands by C. stand for D. stood up26. A. have B. which has C. that have D. is27. A. In B. For C. By D. Since28. A. interested B. fond C. popular D. tired29. A. spoken B. speak C. speaking D. spoke30. A. as well as B. as well C. also D. so well as阅读(yuèdú) 2分X 15Wen Jiabao is the premier of the world's most populous(人口众多的)country. But millions of people would rather call him "grandpa". Always in plain jackets, he seems an ordinary old man with a kind smile.Wen has visited the "left-behind" children before Children's Day. He visited Yang Saike's home, a primary schoolboy in a village of Xingping County, Shanxi. Yang's parents wereworking in Fujian, thousands of kilometers away. He was cared for by his grandparents. His parents fail to go home even once a year. The premier held Yang in his arms and looked through his exercise book then praised him for his hard work. Wen talked with many children and asked them many questions about their schooling and life. The premier asked the local governments to do something to protect and care for such children at home and let their parents in cities not worry about their children.But in the face of disasters, he has the power to pull together the whole country. About two hours after the deadly earthquake hit Sichuan Province, Premier Wen Jiabao was on a plane to the disaster area. Within two days, he had seen almost all the worst hit cities and towns. The 65-year- old man was seen climbing over damaged 26 buildings to encourage the trapped kids. And he shed（流泪(liú lèi)）tears with sad families and promised to help rebuild their homes.Millions of Chinese were moved. "The people are always at the front of the premier's mind. From now on I’m a fan of the man of our people.” said an online post.31. Why do millions of people in China call Wen "grandpa"?A. Because he is the premier of the world's most populous country.B. Because he is plain and seems an old ordinary old man with a kind smile.C. Because he has the power to pull together the whole country.D. Because he visited almost all the worst hit cities and towns.32. What's the meaning of "left-behind" children?A. The children don’t study hard, they fall be hind others.B. The teachers often left the children behind.C. The children always sit at the back of classroomD. The children's parents are working far away from them.33. What did the premier do after he visited Yang Saike's home?A. He held Yang in his arms.B. He asked the local governments to care for the "left-behind" children.C. He praised Yang for his hard work.D. He shed tears with sad families:34. Which of the following is NOT TRUE?A. Yang Saike's parents usually go home after working.B. Premier Wen has encouraged the whole nation to fight against the disasters.C. Grandpa Wen always thinks of the people first.D. The governments would do something to protect and care for people.The waterbuck is a kind of kind animals. All male waterbucks have horns, which may be big or small. Waterbucks use their horns when fighting and defending themselves.Zebras have strong bodies and long, straight legs that are good for running. Zebras help one another to look and listen for danger. If one zebra sees a lion, it makes a loud noise to warn the others. A zebra can run faster than a lion unless it is caught by surprise. No two zebras have exactly the same stripes(条纹(tiáo wén)).Cheetahs can run as fast as seventy-five miles an hour. Strong claws(爪子(zhuǎ zi))on the cheetah's feet help it to hold the ground when it is running fast. Powerful back legs help it jump forward.A market makes its home in an underground hole. When a group of markets goes out for food, one of them acts as a sentry and looks out for larger animals.1f it notices danger, it calls out a warning, and all the markets run back to the hole.35.A zebra's long and straight legs help it to____.A dig holes B. defend itself C. run fast D. find food36. The two animals which help warn others if danger are the .A. market and zebraB. zebra and waterbuckC. market and cheetahD. cheetah arid waterbuck37. What’s unusual about zebras according to the passage?A. Male zebras can run at seventy-five miles an hour.B. Zebras hide from larger animals in a hole.C. No zebra has the same stripes as any other zebra.D. Zebras have powerful back legs to help them jump forward.Stars may be spheres, but not every celestial object is spherical. Objects in the universe show a variety of shapes: round planets (some with rings), tailed comets, wispy cosmic gas and dust clouds, ringed nebulae, pinwheel-shaped spiral galaxies, Line and so on. But none of the shapes on this list describes the largest single entities in the universe. These are the double radio sources, galaxies with huge clouds of radio emission that dwarf the visible galaxies, sometimes by a factor of a hundred or more. Stretching over distances greater than a million light-years, these radio-emitting regions resemble twin turbulent gas clouds, typically forming dumbbell-like shapes with the visible galaxy (when it is visible) in the center. These double radio sources present astronomers with a puzzle. Their radio emission arises from the synchrotron process, in which electrons accelerated to nearly the speed of light move through magnetic fields. However, in view of the rate at which the radio sources emit energy, they should disappear in a few million years as their electrons slow down and case producing radiation. Somehow new electrons must be continually accelerated to nearly the speed of light: otherwise, by now almost none of the double radio sources would be observed. With the advent of high-resolution radio interferometers during the late 1970's, part of the answer became clear: the electrons are produced in jets that are shot out in opposite directions from the center of a galaxy. Remarkably narrow and highly directional, the jets move outward at speeds close to the speed of light. When the jets strike the highly rarefied gas that permeates intergalactic space, the fast-moving electrons lose their highly directional motion and form vast clouds of radio-emitting gas. Cosmic jets have ranked among the hottest topics of astronomical research in recent years as astronomers strive to understand where they come from. Why should a galaxy eject matter at such tremendous speeds in two narrow jets? And why are such jets not seen in the Milky Way?38. The word "celestial" in line 1 could best be replaced byA. visibleB. astronomicalC. glowingD. scientific39. In the first paragraph, the author describes objects in the universe in terms of theirA. colorB. originC. locationD.shape40. According to the passage, scientists do not fully understand why double radio sourcesA. have not eventually disappearedB. cannot be observed with a telescopeC. are beginning to slow downD. are not as big as some planets and stars41. According to the passage, what happens when electrons and gas collide in space?A. The gas becomes more condensed.B. The gas becomes less radiated.C. The electrons disperse.D. The electrons become negatively charged.Of all the components of a good night's sleep, dreams seem to be least within our control. In dreams, a window opens into a world where logic is suspended and dead people speak. A century ago, Freud formulated his revolutionary theory that dreams were the disguised shadows of our unconscious desires and rears, by the late 1970s. Neurologists had switched to thinking of them as just "mental noise", the random byproducts of the neural-repair work that goes on during sleep. Now researchers suspect that dreams are part of the mind's emotional thermostat, regulating moods while the brain is "off-line". And one leading authority says that these intensely powerful mental events can be not only harnessed but actually brought under conscious control, to help us sleep and feel better. "It's your dream", says Rosalind Cartwright, chair of psychology at Chicago's Medical Center. "If you don't like it, change it."Evidence from brain imaging supports this view. The brain is as active during REM (rapid eye movement) sleep — when most vivid dreams occur — as it is when fully awake, says, Dr. Eric Nofzinger at the University of Pittsburgh. But not all parts of the brain are equally involved, the limbic system (the "emotional brain") is especially active, while the prefrontal cortex (the center of intellect and reasoning) is relatively quiet. "We wake up from dreams happy of depressed, and those feelings can stay with us all day", says Stanford sleep researcher Dr. William Dement.And this process need not be left to the unconscious. Cartwright believes one can exercise conscious control over recurring bad dreams. As soon as you awaken, identify what is upsetting about the dream. Visualize how you would like it to end instead, the next time is occurs, try to wake up just enough to control its course. With much practice people can learn to, literally, do it in their sleep.At the end of the day, there's probably little reason to pay attention to our dreams at all unless they keep us from sleeping of "we wake up in a panic," Cartwright says terrorism, economic uncertainties and general feelings of insecurity have increased people's anxiety. Those suffering from persistent nightmares should seek help from a therapist. For the rest of us, the brain has its ways of working through bad feelings. Sleep — or rather dream — on it and you'll feel better in the morning.42. Researchers have come to believe that dreams ________A. can be modified in their courses.B. are susceptible to emotional changesC. reflect our innermost desires and fears.D. are a random outcome of neural repairs.43. By referring to the limbic system, the author intends to show ________A. its function in our dreams.B. the mechanism of REM sleep.C. the relation of dreams to emotions.D. its difference from the prefrontal cortex.44. The negative feelings generated during the day tend to ________A. aggravate in our unconscious mind.B. develop into happy dreams.C. persist till the time we fall asleep.D. show up in dreams early at night.45. Cartwright seems to suggest that ________A. waking up in time is essential to the ridding of bad dreams.B. visualizing bad dreams helps bring them under controll.C. dreams should be left to their natural progression.D. dreaming may not entirely belong to the unconscious.46. What advice might Cartwright give to those who sometimes have bad dreams?A. Lead your life as usual.B. Seek professional help.C. Exercise conscious control.D. Avoid anxiety in the daytime.My son Joe started dating a young lady whose father worked in a police station. Joe was interested in working there. And he came home one day and he said, "I'm taking the police test.” When he graduated, they assigned(分配(fēnpèi))him to East New York where I started my career.However, Joe's brother, John wanted nothing to do with police or firefighters.He wanted to be the "next Donald Trump", a millionaire(富翁(fùwēng))well-known in America. But in 1984,I came down with throat cancer. He noticed how the guys l worked within the fire department(消防队)took care of us. He decided to be a firefighter.吗、Both the boys would call me when they were working. John would always call around four o'clock, and that particular(特别(tèbié)的)night, September 10, we spoke for a few minutes. And I said, “I love you.” and he said, “I love you.’ Joe called me in the morning and told me to turn on the television, that a plane just hit the Trade Center(世贸大厦(dàshà))．②I just said, "Be careful. I love vou.”He said, “I love you, too.” That was it.We had the boys for John for 36 years, Joe for 34 years. It’s not many people that the last words they said to their son or daughter were “l love you,” and the last words that they heard were “I love you.” So, that makes me sleep at night.47． Where did Joe started his career?__________________________________________________________________________ _48. Who is Donald Trump?__________________________________________________________________________ _49. Why did John decide to be a firefighter?__________________________________________________________________________ _50. What are the last words the author said to his sons?作文(zuò wén) 30分Many people think tourism will do harm to environment, too many tourists crowd to one scenic spot will cause pollution and even damage .what is your opinion内容总结（1）单选（1分x 15）1. —Look。
中美国际高中入学考试模拟试卷英语
中美国际高中入学考试模拟试卷英语International High School ProgramChengdu No.7 High SchoolEntrance Test中美国际高中入学考试(Mock Exam Paper: English)英语模拟试卷(120 minutes Full Score 150)时间：120分钟满分：150Paper I: Listening (15 minutes 16 marks)A.For Questions 1-10, you will hear 10 shortdialogues and decide whether the following statements are true or false. Listen and mark “T” or “F” on the answer sheet. You’ll hear the recording TWICE.1. The driver puts the man’s bag in the trunk.2. The woman refuses the man’s suggestion.3. Lynne is having a potluck party.4. Chris is a vegetarian.5. The customer needs the salesperson’s help right now.6. The food at the restaurant was so-so.7. The man tells the woman not to do something.8. Helen feels better.9. Cindy is talking about the job that she has now.10. Bob is going to start jogging before work.B.For questions 1-6, you will hear a series ofshort conversations. Please write the answer to each question on the line provided. Your answer should be as brief as possible. You will hear each item TWICE.1. Where will Alberto find the tea?2. At what point exactly will the three students appear in the concert?3. When will the friends go swimming?4. Where will the tour meeting take place?5. How will teachers know who wants to attend their revision class?6. What is Lili’s problem AND how might this be resolved?Paper II: Reading (65 minutes 54 marks)A.For questions 1-10, please look at thesentences below about a journey to the Arctic on board a ship. Read the following text to decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect.If it is correct, mark T on your answer sheet. If it is not correct, mark F on your answer sheet.1 This trip is for people who like peace and quiet.2 Many different activities are organized on board.3 The voyage begins in Scotland.4 The ship follows a fixed route.5 There are different types of accommodation.6 Passengers serve themselves in the dining room.7 Whales can be seen in the morning near Tromso.8 There are some examples of traditional buildings in Tromso.9 The ship stays overnight in Tromso.10 Bear Island used to be a busy fishing centre.Exploring the ArcticThe Arctic is one of the few places in the world untouched by pollution where you can see nature at its wildest and most beautiful. Join our ship the Northern Star from 2 to 18 July,for a 17-day voyage to the Arctic. During the voyage you are able to relax and get away from it all. There are no parties or film-shows to attend, quizzes to enter, or entertainers to watch. However, we do have specialists on board who are willing to answer any of your questions about the Arctic and who will talk about the animals and birds that you see on the trip.After setting off from Scotland, we go north along the coast of Norway to Bear Island. Along the way you'll see thousands of seabirds and wonderful scenery, with rivers of ice and huge cliffs. You will have the chance to see reindeer, polar bears, and other Arctic animals. Although we have a timetable, experience has shown that we may have to change our direction a little, depending on the weather and on which animals appear.The Northern Star is a very special ship and our past voyages have been very popular. Our cabins all have the same excellent facilities, which include a private bathroom and refrigerator. Our chefs are happy to prepare any food for people on special diets. Choose just what you want to eat from the wide variety available from the dining room buffet. There is a library, shop, clinic and plenty of space for relaxation. If you need some exercise, why not gojogging every morning around the decks, or do some swimming in the indoor pool.Prices include economy class air travel and 16 nights on board the Northern Star, all meals and excursions and all lectures.Day 1 Board the Northern Star.Days 2–7 We sail slowly north along the coast of Norway, stoppingat places of interest.Day 8 Tromso. You need to get up at sunrise to see the whalesas we sail towards Tromso. Visit Tromso to see theArctic Museum, the cathedral and the beautiful oldwooden houses. In the evening we sail away along thewest coast to Bird Island, which is excellent forbird-watching.Days 9–10 Bear Island. We arrive here in the early evening andstay overnight. Bear Island once had an active fishingindustry, but today little of this remains. We willexplore the island, looking out for Arctic flowers.Days 11–16 Spitsbergen. A place of mountains and rivers of ice, it ishome to a large variety of animals.Day 17 Leave the ship in Spitsbergen and fly to London fromTroms.B.Please read the text about behaviors onairplane and answer questions 1-8.Air rage is the current expression for aggressive or disruptive behavior of airline passengers. It comes from the term road rage, used to describe drivers whose rude and hostile attitude toward others can lead to serious accidents or violence.Major airlines are becoming increasingly concerned about air rage and are training their staff to deal with it. At the same time, they are introducing tougher policies and supporting legislation that will allow local police to arrest offenders when they land. A special agreement, known as the 1963 Tokyo Convention, allows for the arrest of troublesome passengers on landing, even if they are not citizens of that country and did not technically commit a crime there.。
上海国际高中入学英语测试模拟卷
High School Placement ExaminationEnglish (Time: 30 mins Score: 100’)Section ⅠVocabulary & Grammar (30’)Questions 1- 15Find the word that matches each definition and circle the correct letter (A, B, C, D orE)in the spaces provided on your Answer Sheet.A offerB thin 1.to improve a system or organization by making a lot of changes to itC reporter 2.the process of gradually becoming bigger, better, strongerD reform 3.to hold something out to somebodyE developmentA gentleB beneath 4. a formal meetingC interview 5.kind and careful in the way you behave or do thingsD composition 6.to think about something carefullyE considerA smellB present 7.the quality that people and animals recognized by using noseC deny 8.refuse to accept or believeD section 9.one of the parts that something is divided intoE judgeA estimateB unique 10. a judgment of the qualities of something or somebodyC noble 11.on purposeD concern 12.morally good or generousE intentionalA integrationB emerging 13.in an early stage of developmentC betrayal 14.the combing of two or more thingsD complicate 15.the act of helping an enemyE exploreQuestions 16 - 20Choose the one word that is most nearly the same in meaning as the word underlined in the sentence.16.Fear of retaliation may deter our enemies from attacking.A.hinderB.haltC.steerD.sting17.King Edward abdicated from the English throne to marry a divorced woman.A.resignB.explainC.remorseD.disprove18.Jimmy Durante had a prominent nose.A.extravagantB.outstandingC.surreptitiousD. disturbing19.Mexico shares a boundary with the state of Texas.A.limitB.seamC.hovelD.ceiling20.Many of the homeless are unemployed because they are illiterate.A.sicklyB.uncleanC.unmanageableD.unable to readQuestions 21 - 30Part of each following sentence or the entire sentence is underlined; beneath each sentence are four ways of phrasing the underlined material. Choice one that makes a better sentence.21.Unable to find a direct flight to her destination, the only choice was a flight with twostopovers.A. a flight with two stopovers was the only choiceB.two stopovers in the flight was the only choiceC.she had to choose a flight with two stopoversD.what she had to do was choose a flight with two stopovers22.Hoping to slow the decline of populations of a small primate called the slender loris,conservationists planning to restore the creatures' forest habitat.A.conservationists planning restoringB.conservationists plan to restoreC.the plan of conservationists is for restoringD.what the conservationists plan is to restore23.The first hint of the role ice has played in shaping the world has appeared in the late1830s, when scientists postulated that sheets of ice once covered much of the globe.A.world appearedB.world appearingC.world, it appearedD.world, which appeared24.Video games are popular not only as a form of entertainment and also an educationaltool.A.being alsoB.and asC.but also asD.but also being25.Tania Leon initially worked as an accompanist for Dance Theatre of Harlem but soonbegan composing music for the group and to serve as musical director.A.began to compose music for the group and to serveB.began to compose music for the group and servingC.begins composition of music for the group, she servesD.beginning to compose music for the group, serving26.With her future brother-in-law Cesar Chavez, the National Farm Workers Associationwas founded by Dolores Huerta in 1962.A.the National Farm Workers Association, which was founded by Dolores HuertaB.Dolores Huerta, who founded the National Farm Workers AssociationC.Dolores Huerta founded the National Farm Workers AssociationD.Dolores Huerta's National Farm Workers Association was founded27.In the late nineteenth century, business people, politicians, and civil engineers agreeda subway will be the best way to meet New York City's transit needs.A.on a subway to beB.to a subway beingC.with a subway beingD.that a subway would be28.After it was built as the entrance to the International Exposition of 1889, the EiffelTower had became an international symbol of Paris.A.becomingB.becameC.that becameD.will have become29.People today remember Frida Kahlo as much for her extraordinary life story than forher vibrant and intimate paintings.A.than they do forB.as forC.as werepared to30.With its combination of powerful long legs, large chest, and its build beingaerodynamic, the greyhound, one of the fastest land mammals, is able to reach speeds of 45 miles per hour.A.its combination of powerful long legs, large chest, and aerodynamic buildbining its powerful long legs, large chest, and built aerodynamicallyC. a combination of its powerful long legs, a large chest, and having an aerodynamicbuildD. a combination of powerful long legs, a large chest, and it has an aerodynamic buildSection ⅡReading Comprehension (30’)Passage 1Reading the passage and answer the following questions.A widely held theory today is that the ancestors of today's Native American peoples traveled to the Western Hemisphere from Asia between 25,000 and 30,000 years ago, which was around the same time that Japan was being settled by Stone Age inhabitants. There is dental evidence and blood-type evidence to support this theory. A dental pattern that is found among most ancient human fossils in the Americas is consistent with the dental pattern of ancient human fossils in northeastern Asia. In blood type, the fact that blood typeB is almost nonexistent among Native American populations but exists in Asian populations leads to the conclusion that migrations to the Americas from Asia took place before the evolution of blood type B, which is believed to have occurred around 30,000 years ago. In addition to the dental and blood-type evidence, more general evolutionary evidence suggests that it took more than 20,000 years for the variety of physical traits common to Native American populations to evolve, and linguists broadly concur that the development of the approximately 500 distinct languages of the Native Americans would require approximately 25 000 years.The proposed migration from Asia to the Americas took place during the lce Age that characterized the Pleistocene epoch. During that period of time, there were huge glaciers holding enormous volumes of water, and, because of the huge glaciers, sea levels were as much as 100 meters lower than they are today. The reduced sea levels meant that Asia and North America were linked with a 750-mile-wide landmass, named Beringia after the Bering Straits that now cover it, and consisted of treeless grassland with warm summers and cold dry winters. Because of the geographical features of Beringia during the Pleistocene epoch, it was an environment well-suited to the large mammals of the time, such as mammoth, mastodon, bison, horse, and reindeer, as well as to the Stone Age hunters who depended on these animals for their existence, The Stone Age inhabitants of the area used these animals not only for food but also for shelter, clothing, and weapons; they were able to spread out and expand their hunting areas as their populations grew, and their populations most likely grew at a very high rate because of the huge amount of territory available for expansion.In spite of the evidence, not all anthropologists are convinced that the migrations from Asia to the Americas took place as early as 25,000 to 30,000 years ago. There is general agreement that the migrations took place, but some believe that the migrations took place much later. No fossilized human bones have been found in what used to be Beringia; finding human bones dating from 25,000 to 30,000 years ago would be strong proof of the dates when the migrations took place. However, because what was once Beringia is submerged beneath ocean waters, it may be a formidable task to uncover fossil evidence of migration from Asia to the Americas through Beringia.31.The word held in paragraph 1 could best be replaced byA.acceptedB.possessedC.containedD.carried32.The word support in paragraph 1 could best be replaced byA.holdB.financeC.confirmD.stiffen33.Which of the following is NOT provided as evidence to support the hypothesis thatmigration discussed in the passage occurred 25,000 to 30,000 years ago?A.Dental patterns common to Asians and Native AmericansB.Variations in blood types between Asians and Native AmericansC.The number of Native American languages in existence todayD.The human bones found in Beringia34.The phrase broadly concur in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning toA.have the contrary ideaB.have extensive debatesC.openly questionD.are in general agreement35.Which of the sentences below expresses the essential information in the highlightedsentence in paragraph 2?Incorrect choices change the meaning in important ways or leave out essential information.A.Since the Ice Age, the amount of water in the oceans has decreased dramatically.B.During the Ice Age, sea levels were low because of how much water was frozen.C.Glaciers have grown tremendously since the last Ice Age.D.During the Ice Age, huge glaciers displaced a lot of water, causing the oceans to rise.36.It is started in the passage that BeringiaA.was the source of the name Bering Straitsed to be covered with treesC.is now submergedD.was unable to support animal life37.The phrase well-suited in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning toA.equal toB.appropriate forC.flattering toD.modified for38.The word they in paragraph 2 refers toA.Stone Age inhabitantsB.animalsC.weaponsD.their hunting areas39.It is implied in the passage that the Stone Age inhabitants of Beringia were most likelyA.dependent on agricultureB.poor huntersC.involved in raising livestockD.mobile40.The author begins paragraph 3 with the expression In spite of to show that the fact thatsome anthropologists were not convinced by the evidence wasA.unexpectedB. a natural conclusionC.unsurprisingD.logicalPassage 2Not so long ago, most people didn‟t know who Shelly Ann Francis Pryce was going to become. She was just an average high school athlete. There was every indication that she was just another Jamaican teenager without much of a future. However, one person wants to change this. Stephen Francis observed then eighteen-year-old Shelly Ann as a track meet and was convinced that he had seen the beginning of true greatness. Her time were not exactly impressive, but even so, he seemed there was something trying to get out, something the other coaches had overlooked when they had assessed her and found her lacking. He decided to offer Shelly Ann a place in his very strict training seasons. Their cooperation quickly produced results, and a few year later at Jamaica‟s Olympic games in early 2008, Shelly Ann, who at that time only ranked number 70 in the world, beat Jamaica‟s unchallenged q ueen of the sprint(短跑).“Where did she come from?” asked an astonished sprinting world, before concluding that she must be one of those one-hit wonders that spring up from time to time, only to disappear again without signs. But Shelly Ann was to prove that she was anything but a one-hit wonder. At the Beijing Olympic she swept away any doubts about her ability to perform consistently by becoming the first Jamaican woman ever to win the 100 meters Olympic gold. She did it again one year on at the World Championship in Briton, becoming world champion with a time of 10.73—the fourth record ever.Shelly-Ann is a little woman with a big smile. She has a mental toughness that did not come about by chance. Her journey to becoming the fastest woman on earth has been anything but smooth and effortless. She grew up in one of Jamaica‟s toughest inner-city communities known as Waterhouse, where she lived in a one-room apartment, sleeping four in a bed with her mother and two brothers. Waterhouse, one of the poorest communities in Jamaica, is a really violent and overpopulated place. Several of Shelly-Ann‟s friends and family were caught up in the killings; one of her cousins was shot dead only a few streets away from where she lived. Sometimes her family didn‟t have enou gh to eat. She ran at the school championships barefooted because she couldn‟t afford shoes. Her mother Maxime, one of a family of fourteen, had been an athlete herself as a young girl but, like so many other girls in Waterhouse, had to stop after she had her first baby. Maxime‟s early entry into the adult world with its responsibilities gave her the determination to ensure that her kids would not end up in Waterhouse‟s roundabout of poverty. One of the first things Maxime used to do with Shelly-Ann was taking her to the track, and she was ready to sacrifice everything.It didn‟t take long for Shelly-Ann to realize that sports could be her way out of Waterhouse. On a summer evening in Beijing in 2008, all those long, hard hours of work and commitment finally bore fruit. The barefoot kid who just a few years previously had been living in poverty, surrounded by criminals and violence, had written a new chapter in the history of sports.But Shelly-Ann‟s victory was far greater than that. The night she won Olympi c gold in Beijing, the routine murders in Waterhouse and the drug wars in the neighboring streets stopped. The dark cloud above one of the world‟s toughest criminal neighborhoods simply disappeared for a few days. “I have so much fire burning for my country,” Shelly said. She plans to start a foundation for homeless children and wants to build a community centre in Waterhouse. She hopes to inspire the Jamaicans to lay down their weapons. She intends to fight to make it a woman‟s as well as a man‟s world.As Muhammad Ali puts it, “Champions aren‟t made in gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them. A desire, a dream, a vision.” One of the things Shelly-Ann can be proud of is her understanding of this truth.41.Why did Stephen Francis decide to coach Shelly-Ann?A.He had a strong desire to free her family from trouble.B.She suffered a lot of defeats at the previous track meets.C.She had big problems maintaining her performance.D.He sensed a great potential in her despite her weaknesses.42.What did the sprinting world think of Shelly-Ann before the 2008 Olympic Games?A.Her sprinting career would not last long.B.She badly needed to set higher goals.C.She would become a promising star.D.Her talent for sprinting was known to all.43.What made Maxime decide to train her daughter on the track?A.Her wish to get Shelly-Ann out of poverty.B.Her early entrance into the sprinting world.C.Her success and lessons in her career.D.Her interest in Shelly-Ann‟s quick profit.44.By mentionin g Muhammad Ali‟s words, the author intends to tell us that ________.A.players should be highly inspired by coachesB.motivation allows great athletes to be on the topC.hard work is necessary in one‟s achievementsD.great athletes need to concentrate on patience45.What is the best title for the passage?A.The Key to High PerformanceB.The Dream for ChampionshipC.The Making of a Great AthleteD.The Power of Full ResponsibilitySection ⅢListening Part (20’)TEXT 1Listen and answer the questions. Answer question 46-51 by choosing the correct letter A. B or C.46.PS Camping has been organizing holidays forA.15 yearsB.20 yearsC.25 years47.The company has most camping sites inA.FranceB.ItalyC.Switzerland48.Which organized activity can children do every day of the week?A.footballB.dramaC.model making49.s ome areas of the sites have a …no noise‟ rule afterA.9.30 p.m.B.10.00 p.m.C.10.30 p.m.50.The holiday insurance that is offered by PS CampingA.can be charged on an annual basis.B.is included in the price of the holiday.C.must be taken out at the time of booking.51.Customers who recommend PS Camping to friends will receiveA. a free giftB.an upgrade to a luxury tent.C. a discount52-55What does the speaker say about the following items? Write the correct letter A, B or C.A.They are provided in all tentsB.They are found in central areas of the campsite.C.They are available on request.52.barbecues_____________53.toys_____________54.cool boxes_____________55.mops ad buckets_____________TEXT 2Listen and answer the questions. Answer question 56-59 by choosing the correct letter A. B or C.Project on using natural dyes to colour fabrics56.What first inspired Jim to choose this project?A.textiles displayed in an exhibitionB. a book about a botanic gardenC.carpets he saw on holiday57.Jim eventually decided to do a practical investigation which involveding a range of dyes with different fibres.B.applying different dyes to one type of fibre.C.testing one dye and a range of fibres.58.When doing his experiments, Jim was surprised by A.how much natural material was needed to make the dye.B.the fact that dyes were widely available on the internet.C.the time that he had to leave the fabric in the dye.59.What problem did Jim have with using tartrazine as a fabric dye?A.It caused a slight allergic reaction.B.It was not a permanent dye on cotton.C.It was ineffective when used on nylon.Questions 60-65Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-H, next to Questions 60-65.What problem is identified with each of the following natural dyes?Natural dyes60.turmeric_________ 61.beetroot_________ 62.Tyrian purple_________ 63.logwood_________ 64.cochineal_________ 65.metal oxide_________Section ⅣWriting Part（20’）Some people say that playing computer games is bad for children in every aspect. Others say that playing computer games can have positive effects on the way children develop. Discuss both views and give your opinion.You should write between 150-200 words.。
中美国际高中入学考试模拟试卷(英语)
Intern ati onal High School ProgramChe ngdu No.7 High SchoolEntrance Test中美国际高中入学考试(Mock Exam Paper: En glish)英语模拟试卷(120 mi nutes Full Score 150)时间：120分钟满分：150Paper I: Liste ning (15 minu tes 16 marks)A. For Questi ons 1-10, you will hear 10 short dialogues and decide whether the follow ingstatements are true or false. Listen and mark “ T” or “ F” on the answer sheet. You hear the recordi ng TWICE.1. The driver puts the man ' s bag in the trunk.2. The woman refuses the man ' s suggestion.3. Lynne is hav ing a potluck party.4. Chris is a vegetaria n.5. The customer needs the salesperson ' s help right now.6. The food at the restaura nt was so-so.7. The man tells the woman not to do something.8. Helen feels better.9. Cindy is talk ing about the job that she has now.10. Bob is going to start joggi ng before work.B. For questions 1-6, you will hear a series of short conversations. Please write the answerto each question on the line provided. Your answer should be as brief as possible. You will hear each item TWICE.1. Where will Alberto find the tea?2. At what point exactly will the three stude nts appear in the con cert?3. Whe n will the frie nds go swim ming?4. Where will the tour meet ing take place?5. How will teachers know who wants to atte nd their revisi on class?6. What is Lili ' s problem AND how might this be resolved?Paper II: Read ing (65 minu tes 54 marks)A. For questi ons 1-10, please look at the sentences below about a journey to the Arctic on board a ship. Read the following text to decide if each sentence is correct or in correct.If it is correct, mark T on your an swer sheet.If it is not correct, mark F on your an swer sheet.Explori ng the ArcticThe Arctic is one of the few places in the world untouched by pollution where you can see nature at its wildest and most beautiful. Join our ship the Northern Star from 2 to 18 July, for a 17-day voyage to the Arctic. During the voyage you are able to relax and get away from it all. There are no parties or film-shows to attend, quizzes to enter, or entertainers to watch. However, we do have specialists on board who are willi ng to an swer any of your questi ons about the Arctic and who will talk about the ani mals and birds that you see on the trip.After setting off from Scotland, we go north along the coast of Norway to Bear Island. Along the way you'll see thousands of seabirds and wonderful scenery, with rivers of ice and huge cliffs. You will have the cha nce to see rein deer, polar bears, and other Arctic ani mals. Although we have a timetable, experience has shown that we may have to change our direction a little, depending on the weather and on which animals appear.The Northern Star is a very special ship and our past voyages have been very popular. Our cabins all have the same excellent facilities, which include a private bathroom and refrigerator. Our chefs are happy to prepare any food for people on special diets.Choose just what you want to eat from the wide variety available from the dining room buffet. There is a library, shop, clinic and plenty of space for relaxation. If you need some exercise, why not go jogging every morning around the decks, or do some swimming in the indoor pool.Prices include economy class air travel and 16 nights on board the Northern Star, all meals and excursions and all lectures.Day 1 Board the Northern Star.Days 2 —We sail slowly north along the coast of Norway, stopping at placesof interest.Day 8 Tromso. You need to get up at sunrise to see the whales as wesail towards Tromso. Visit Tromso to see the Arctic Museum, thecathedral and the beautiful old wooden houses. In the evening wesail away along the west coast to Bird Island, which is excellentfor bird-watching.Days 9 —0 Bear Island. We arrive here in the early evening and stayovernight. Bear Island once had an active fishing industry, buttoday little of this remains. We will explore the island, looking outfor Arctic flowers.Days 11 -6 Spitsbergen. A place of mountains and rivers of ice, it is home to alarge variety of animals.Day 17Leave the ship in Spitsbergen and fly to London from Troms.B. Please read the text about behaviors on airplane and answer questions 1-8.Air rage is the current expression for aggressive or disruptive behavior of airline passengers. It comes from the term road rage, used to describe drivers whose rude and hostile attitude toward others can lead to serious accidents or violence.Major airli nes are beco ming in creas in gly concerned about air rage and are trai ning their staff to deal with it. At the same time, they are introducing tougher policies and supporting legislation that will allow local police to arrest offen ders whe n they land.A special agreeme nt, known as the 1963 Tokyo Convention, allows for the arrest of troublesome passengers on landing, even if they are not citizens of that country and did not technically commit a crime there.The problem of air rage may start before passe ngers eve n board the pla ne and may become worse on board. Reas ons for air rage in clude heavy traffic on the way to the airport, l ong check-i n lin es, the amount of alcohol available both in the waiting area and given out free on board the plane, and strict enforcement of no-smoking laws at the airport and on the flight itself.Airline staff are trained to spot a potential troublemaker and to deal with violent behavior by talk ing to the pers on. For more serious cases, han dcuffs and straitjackets are kept on board, although these are used only as a last resort . Fortunately, incidentsinvolving serious violence are rare, but air rage is in creas in gly beco ming an issue of concern for all airli nes.1、Air rage and road rage refer to aggressive behavior by ______________a. passe ngers in cars or pla nes.b. airli ne passe ngers and car drivers.c. car drivers and airli ne pilots.d. airli ne passe ngers and crews.2. Accord ing to this passage, air rage ____________a. is a more serious problem today than it was 25 years ago.b. is a problem that more and more airli ne compa nies are deali ng with.c. is a problem that became very serious in the 1960s.d. occurs more on certa in airli nes tha n on others.3. The Tokyo Conven ti on en ables local police _______________a. to in troduce tougher policies.b. to arrest people while flyi ng over their cou ntry.c. to arrest aggressive passe ngers of any n ati on ality.d. to use han dcuffs and straitjackets to restra in aggressive passe ngers.4. Accord ing to this passage, which of the followi ng factors con tributes to air rage?a. a difficult jour ney to the airportb. smok ing on boardc. restricti ons on alcohold. han dcuffs and straitjackets being kept on board5. From this passage we can un dersta nd that airli ne staff will watch out for _____________a. heavy smokers.b. heavy dri nkers.c. people who are n ervous about flying.d. people who start talk ing to aggressive passe ngers.6. The phrase as a last resort in the last paragraph means _______________a. in a far-away vacati on spot.b. if the plane cannot return to the airport.c. after everyth ing else has failed.d. with pote ntial troublemakers.7. What might the airline crew do to control air rage on the plane?a. allow the passe nger to smokeb. arrest the passe ngerc. restra in the passe ngerd. behave rudely to the passe nger8. The writer's main purpose in this passage is to ________________a. discuss the phe nomenon of air rage.b. expla in the reas ons for air rage.c. suggest soluti ons for airli ne staff faced with air rage.d. war n passe ngers about air rage.C. Please read the following article about men who hunt for birds 'ests in caves inThaila nd, and the n an swer questi ons 1-9 in your own words on a separate an swer sheet.The Nest Hun ters of Tam YaiSwiftlets are shy birds that make their nests in the remotest corners of deep caves. They have the ability to fly fast and straight like arrows around the interior of the cave walls. Like some other birds, they build their n ests with their saliva, the juicy liquid from their own mouths. This juice harde ns quickly to make a small nest, shaped like a cup. These nests are called “ white gold ” , because they cabe sold for thousa nds of dollars in the Chin ese food markets. It is these n ests for which the hun ters ofTam Yai are prepared to risk their lives.Tam Yai cave in souther n Thaila nd is the largest n etwork of caves in side a limest one mou ntai n, known as Suwan Kuha, meaning “ cave temple ” . It has been given this name because it contains a large area decorated with statues of Buddhas. High above the statues, in the far cor ners of the cave complex, is where the n ests are to be found.The n est hun ters climb barefoot up dan gerous bamboo poles hun dreds of metres above the grou nd to collect these valuable nests. They rarely use safety equipment, and if they fall, they will die instantly. These nests can only be reached by the bravest and most skilled climbers, and they are often only able to reach the highest n ests with the aid of a stick and a n et.Nest hunting is a skill passed down in families from father to son. Because of the profits that can be made, the competition among rival climbers is fierce. There are armed guards at the entrance to the cave to protect the nests from thieves. In Tam Yai, there are also strict laws to prevent illegal hunting and to ensure proper collec ting, or “ harvesting ” , of the nests. As a result, the birds are a protected species and the n umber of swiftlets is grow ing. Nest harvest ing beg ins in March and if the harvest is collected at the correct time of year, each swiftlet will lay eggs three times a seas on. Once the you ngbirds have hatched and flow n, the n ests can be collected and sold to the Chin ese food in dustry as the vital ingredient in bird ' s nest soup.The recipe for the highly valued bird ' s nest soup is centuries old, and thecBbavesasaid tvalue in prolonging life. Chinese doctors often prescribe it for people who are suffering from skin con diti on s, lu ng disease and breathi ng problems.2028Prices of b rds' nesh over the posl 60 yearsPrice (in dollars]of birds' nestsper kilogramIt is importa nt to prepare the n ests thoroughly whe n they arrive in the restaura nt kitche ns. Firstly they are washed, soaked and boiled until they have a soft, rubber-like texture. Then they are mixed with meat and coconut and all the ingredients are cooked together. The nest itself is not delicious, in fact it has hardly any taste. As one Chin ese chef says: "It is the other in gredie nts which give the soupits flavour. The nest is soft and crunchy, and when you prepare it you must be careful to remove all traces of the bird, such as bones or feathers. This is because Chin ese people appreciate the way it feels in their mouth rather than the taste and smell. ”It is an exotic dish in a multi-million dollar market. The nests themselves are small; they weigh less tha n 10 grams and measure just a few cen timetres. But for the n est hun ters the risks are great in deed.Questi ons:1. What happe ns to the saliva whe n the birds build their n ests?2. Why do the hun ters take such great risks to collect the n ests?3. Which country buys most of the birds ' n ests?4. Why is Suwa n Kuha regarded as a temple?5. What makes the job of n est hun ti ng particularly dan gerous? Give TWO details.6. Accord ing to the graph, how does the price of birds ' n ests in 2008 compare tothat of 1968?7. How is the bus in ess of n est hun ti ng in Tam Yai con trolled? Give TWO details.8. How is b ird ' s nest soup important for health?9. How does the soup get its taste?Paper III: Use of En glish (20 min utes 60 marks)A. ClozeSchool ' s Art SaleLast Friday parents helped collect lots of money for a school by buying children ' s pictures. A primary school in Bicester used its classrooms as an art gallery for a day and (1) ............ parents tocome and look. All the pupils (2) ............ a work of art and (3) ............. pain ti ng went on sale at 5.Hun dreds of pare nts and relati ons came and, together, they spe nt (4) ............. 2,000. £Now the school is (5) ........... of making the exhibiti on bigger n ext year by also con tact ingbus in esses (6) ......... operate in the local area. One of the schoolchildre n ' s pare nts firs(7) ........... a fter going to (8).............. exhibiti ons in her home cou ntry, South Africa.The school has decided to (9) ........... the money to buy books and CD players. The Head Teachersaid he was delighted to see the school (10) ........... full and he was very proud of the children.1 A hoped B invited C pleased D wished2 A operated B played C performed D produced3 A few B some C each D all4 A over B more C close D near5 A planning B thinking C considering D wanting6 A what B who C which D whose7 A memory B idea C habit D choice8 A same B likely C similar D equal9 A bring B add C join D use10 A so B too C such D enoughB. Grammar and Vocabulary Multiple Choices1. We don't have any milk left. ____ ?a. don't youb. are wec. do wed. have you2. I tried on two sweaters, but I didn't buy ___ of them.a. eitherb. nonec. neitherd. any3. If they _______________ the car earlier, they wouldn't have gotten stuck on the road.a. were checkedb. did checkc. had checkedd. checked4. I saw every episode in that ____________ television series.a. ten-partsb. tens-partc. tens-partsd. ten-part5. "How are you managing with the new computer program?" "Not great. I to figure it out yet.'"a. can't have managedb. haven't managedc. don't managed. haven't been managing6. I've been trying __________ Sue all morning.a. to callb. callingc. calld. to have called7. You _________ close all the windows before you leave the house.a. needc. oughtd. might8. He was accused ____________ stealing money from the store.a. inb. forc. byd. of9. We stayed up to watch TV __________ it was very late.a. despiteb. in spite ofc. althoughd. even10. "I have a headache. Can you get me an aspirin?" "Sure. _______ get you one right now."a. I'm able tob. I'm goingc. I ought tod. I'll11. It will take you _____ three hours to drive to the campsite.a. greatlyb. entirelyc. approximatelyd. annually12. We didn ' t get to the meeting on time _________ raaffitc jam.a. causingb. because ofd. due to13. I have to make an _______ with my dentist.a. arrangementb. assignmentc. interviewd. appointment14. The sign on the front tells you the ______ of each bus.a. resortb. destinationc. agencyd. port15. The school must be very old. When was it _________ up?a. posedb. evolvedc. setd. foundedre very good __________16. I really like Jan and Dave. Theya. societyb. companyc. associatesd. friendship17. The letter is okay, but you _______ a few words in the last line.a. leftb. omittedc. avoidedd. lost18. I want to move out of the city because I find ________ life exhausting.a. ruralb. remotec. urband. country19. She doesn ' t talk about her feelings. She ' s a very __________ person.a. insincereb. passivec. reservedd. upset20. Jim _________ h is brother to lend him $ 500.a. imposedb. persuadedc. requiredd. desiredPaper IV: Writi ng (20 minu tes 20 marks)Please write a short paragraph of about 150 words and tell us what your favorite TV program is, what it is about, and why you enjoy watch ing it.。
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I n t e r n a t i o n a l H i g h S c h o o l P r o g r a mChengdu High SchoolEntrance Test中美国际高中入学考试(Mock Exam Paper: English)英语模拟试卷(120 minutes Full Score 150)时间：120分钟满分：150Paper I: Listening (15 minutes 16 marks)A.For Questions 1-10, you will hear 10 short dialogues and decide whether the following statementsare true or false. Listen and mark “T” or “F” on the answer sheet. You’ll hear the recordingTWICE.1. The driver puts the man’s bag in the trunk.2. The woman refuses the man’s suggestion.3. Lynne is having a potluck party.4. Chris is a vegetarian.5. The customer needs the salesperson’s help right now.6. The food at the restaurant was so-so.7. The man tells the woman not to do something.8. Helen feels better.9. Cindy is talking about the job that she has now.10. Bob is going to start jogging before work.B.For questions 1-6, you will hear a series of short conversations. Please write the answer to eachquestion on the line provided. Your answer should be as brief as possible. You will hear each item TWICE.1. Where will Alberto find the tea?2. At what point exactly will the three students appear in the concert?3. When will the friends go swimming?4. Where will the tour meeting take place?5. How will teachers know who wants to attend their revision class?6. What is Lili’s problem AND how might this be resolved?Paper II: Reading (65 minutes 54 marks)A.For questions 1-10, please look at the sentences below about a journey to the Arctic on board a ship.Read the following text to decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect.If it is correct, mark T on your answer sheet.If it is not correct, mark F on your answer sheet.1 This trip is for people who like peace and quiet.2 Many different activities are organized on board.3 The voyage begins in Scotland.4 The ship follows a fixed route.5 There are different types of accommodation.6 Passengers serve themselves in the dining room.7 Whales can be seen in the morning near Tromso.8 There are some examples of traditional buildings in Tromso.9 The ship stays overnight in Tromso.10 Bear Island used to be a busy fishing centre.Exploring the ArcticThe Arctic is one of the few places in the world untouched by pollution where you can see nature at its wildest and most beautiful. Join our ship the Northern Star from 2 to 18 July, for a 17-day voyage to the Arctic. During the voyage you are able to relax and get away from it all. There are no parties or film-shows to attend, quizzes to enter, or entertainers to watch. However, we do have specialists on board who are willing to answer any of your questions about the Arctic and who will talk about the animals and birds that you see on the trip.After setting off from Scotland, we go north along the coast of Norway to Bear Island. Along the way you'll see thousands of seabirds and wonderful scenery, with rivers of ice and huge cliffs. You will have the chance to see reindeer, polar bears, and other Arctic animals. Although we have a timetable, experience has shown that we may have to change our direction a little, depending on the weather and on which animals appear. The Northern Star is a very special ship and our past voyages have been very popular. Our cabins all have the same excellent facilities, which include a private bathroom and refrigerator. Our chefs are happy to prepare any food for people on special diets. Choose just what you want to eat from the wide variety available from the dining room buffet. There is a library, shop, clinic and plenty of space for relaxation. If you need some exercise, why not go jogging every morning around the decks, or do some swimming in the indoor pool. Prices include economy class air travel and 16 nights on board the Northern Star, all meals and excursions and all lectures.Day 1 Board the Northern Star.Days 2–7 We sail slowly north along the coast of Norway, stopping atplaces of interest.Day 8 Tromso. You need to get up at sunrise to see the whales aswe sail towards Tromso. Visit Tromso to see the ArcticMuseum, the cathedral and the beautiful old woodenhouses. In the evening we sail away along the west coast toBird Island, which is excellent for bird-watching.Days 9–10 Bear Island. We arrive here in the early evening and stayovernight. Bear Island once had an active fishing industry,but today little of this remains. We will explore the island,looking out for Arctic flowers.Days 11–16 Spitsbergen. A place of mountains and rivers of ice, it ishome to a large variety of animals.Day 17 Leave the ship in Spitsbergen and fly to London fromTroms.B.Please read the text about behaviors on airplane and answer questions 1-8.Air rage is the current expression for aggressive or disruptive behavior of airline passengers. It comes from the term road rage, used to describe drivers whose rude and hostile attitude toward others can lead to serious accidents or violence.Major airlines are becoming increasingly concerned about air rage and are training their staff to deal with it. At the same time, they are introducing tougher policies and supporting legislation that will allow local police to arrest offenders when they land. A special agreement, known as the 1963 Tokyo Convention, allows for the arrest of troublesome passengers on landing, even if they are not citizens of that country and did not technically commit a crime there.The problem of air rage may start before passengers even board the plane and may become worse on board. Reasons for air rage include heavy traffic on the way to the airport, long check-in lines, the amount of alcohol available both in the waiting area and given out free on board the plane, and strict enforcement of no-smoking laws at the airport and on the flight itself.Airline staff are trained to spot a potential troublemaker and to deal with violent behavior by talking to the person. For more serious cases, handcuffs and straitjackets are kept on board, although these are used only as a last resort. Fortunately, incidents involving serious violence are rare, but air rage is increasingly becoming an issue of concern for all airlines.1、Air rage and road rage refer to aggressive behavior by ____________a.passengers in cars or planes.b.airline passengers and car drivers.c.car drivers and airline pilots.d.airline passengers and crews.2.According to this passage, air rage _____________a.is a more serious problem today than it was 25 years ago.b.is a problem that more and more airline companies are dealing with.c.is a problem that became very serious in the 1960s.d.occurs more on certain airlines than on others.3.The Tokyo Convention enables local police _________________a.to introduce tougher policies.b.to arrest people while flying over their country.c.to arrest aggressive passengers of any nationality.d.to use handcuffs and straitjackets to restrain aggressive passengers.4.According to this passage, which of the following factors contributes to air rage?a. a difficult journey to the airportb.smoking on boardc.restrictions on alcohold.handcuffs and straitjackets being kept on board5.From this passage we can understand that airline staff will watch out for _______________a.heavy smokers.b.heavy drinkers.c.people who are nervous about flying.d.people who start talking to aggressive passengers.6.The phrase as a last resort in the last paragraph means ______________a.in a far-away vacation spot.b.if the plane cannot return to the airport.c.after everything else has failed.d.with potential troublemakers.7.What might the airline crew do to control air rage on the plane?a.allow the passenger to smokeb.arrest the passengerc.restrain the passengerd.behave rudely to the passenger8.The writer's main purpose in this passage is to _________________a.discuss the phenomenon of air rage.b.explain the reasons for air rage.c.suggest solutions for airline staff faced with air rage.d.warn passengers about air rage.C.Please read the following article about men who hunt for birds’ nests in caves in Thailand, and thenanswer questions 1-9 in your own words on a separate answer sheet.The Nest Hunters of Tam YaiSwiftlets are shy birds that make their nests in the remotest corners of deep caves. They have the ability to fly fast and straight like arrows around the interior of the cave walls. Like some other birds, they build their nests with their saliva, the juicy liquid from their own mouths. This juice hardens quickly to make a small nest, shaped like a cup. These nests are called “white gold”, because they can be sold for thousands of dollars in the Chinese food markets. It is these nests for which the hunters of Tam Yai are prepared to risk their lives.Tam Yai cave in southern Thailand is the largest network of caves inside a limestone mountain, known as Suwan Kuha, meaning “cave temple”. It has b een given this name because it contains a large area decorated with statues of Buddhas. High above the statues, in the far corners of the cave complex, is where the nests are to be found.The nest hunters climb barefoot up dangerous bamboo poles hundreds of metres above the ground to collect these valuable nests. They rarely use safety equipment, and if they fall, they will die instantly. These nests can only be reached by the bravest and most skilled climbers, and they are often only able to reach the highest nests with the aid of a stick and a net.Nest hunting is a skill passed down in families from father to son. Because of the profits that can be made, the competition among rival climbers is fierce. There are armed guards at the entrance to the cave to protect the nests from thieves. In Tam Yai, there are also strict laws to prevent illegal hunting and to ensure proper collecting, or “harvesting”, of the nests. As a result, the birds are a protected species and the number of swiftlets is growing. Nest harvesting begins in March and if the harvest is collected at the correct time of year, each swiftlet will lay eggs three times a season. Once the young birds have hatched and flown, the nests can be collected and sold to the Chinese food industry as the vi tal ingredient in bird’s nest soup.The recipe for the highly valued bird’s nest soup is centuries old, and the soup is said to have a value in prolonging life. Chinese doctors often prescribe it for people who are suffering from skin conditions, lung disease and breathing problems.It is important to prepare the nests thoroughly when they arrive in the restaurant kitchens. Firstly they are washed, soaked and boiled until they have a soft, rubber-like texture. Then they are mixed with meat and coconut and all the ingredients are cooked together. The nest itself is not delicious, in fact it has hardly any taste. As one Chinese chef says: “It is the other ingredients which give the soup its flavour. The nest is soft and crunchy, and when you prepare it you must be careful to remove all traces of the bird, such as bones or feathers. This is because Chinese people appreciate the way it feels in their mouth rather than the taste and smell.”It is an exotic dish in a multi-million dollar market. The nests themselves are small; they weigh less than 10 grams and measure just a few centimetres. But for the nest hunters the risks are great indeed.Questions:1. What happens to the saliva when the birds build their nests?2. Why do the hunters take such great risks to collect the nests?3. Which country buys most of the birds’ nests?4. Why is Suwan Kuha regarded as a temple?5. What makes the job of nest hunting particularly dangerous? Give TWO details.6. According to the graph, how does the price of birds’ nests in 2008 compare to that of1968?7. How is the business of nest hunting in Tam Yai controlled? Give TWO details.8. How is bird’s nest soup important for health?9. How does the soup get its taste?Paper III: Use of English (20 minutes 60 marks)A.ClozeSchool’s Art SaleLast Friday parents helped collect lots of money for a school by buying children’s pictures. A primary school in Bicester used its classrooms as an art gallery for a day and (1) ............ parents to come and look.All the pupils (2) ............ a work of art and (3) ............ painting went on sale at ￡5. Hundreds of parents and relations came and, together, they spent (4) ............ ￡2,000.Now the school is (5) ............ of making the exhibition bigger next year by also contacting businesses(6) ............ operate in the local area. One of the schoolchildren’s parents fir st had the (7) ............ after goingto (8) ............ exhibitions in her home country, South Africa.The school has decided to (9) ............ the money to buy books and CD players. The Head Teacher said he was delighted to see the school (10) ............ full and he was very proud of the children.1 A hoped B invited C pleased D wished2 A operated B played C performed D produced3 A few B some C each D all4 A over B more C close D near5 A planning B thinking C considering D wanting6 A what B who C which D whose7 A memory B idea C habit D choice8 A same B likely C similar D equal9 A bring B add C join D use10 A so B too C such D enoughB.Grammar and Vocabulary Multiple Choices1. We don't have any milk left. _____ ?a. don't youb. are wec. do wed. have you2. I tried on two sweaters, but I didn't buy _____ of them.a. eitherb. nonec. neitherd. any3. If they ________________ the car earlier, they wouldn't have gotten stuck on the road.a. were checkedb. did checkc. had checkedd. checked4. I saw every episode in that _____________ television series.a. ten-partsb. tens-partc. tens-partsd. ten-part5. "How are you managing with the new computer program?""Not great. I ___________ to figure it out yet.'"a. can't have managedb. haven't managedc. don't managed. haven't been managing6. I've been trying ____________ Sue all morning.a. to callb. callingc. calld. to have called7. You ___________ close all the windows before you leave the house.a. needb. shouldc. oughtd. might8. He was accused ______________ stealing money from the store.a. inb. forc. byd. of9. We stayed up to watch TV ___________ it was very late.a. despiteb. in spite ofc. althoughd. even10. "I have a headache. Can you get me an aspirin?" "Sure. ________ get you one right now."a. I'm able tob. I'm goingc. I ought tod. I'll11. It will take you _______ three hours to drive to the campsite.a. greatlyb. entirelyc. approximatelyd. annually12. We didn’t get to the meeting on time __________ a traffic jam.a. causingb. because ofc. owing tod. due to13. I have to make an _________ with my dentist.a. arrangementb. assignmentc. interviewd. appointment14. The sign on the front tells you the ________ of each bus.a. resortb. destinationc. agencyd. port15. The school must be very old. When was it ___________ up?a. posedb. evolvedc. setd. founded16. I really like Jan and Dave. They’re very good ___________.a. societyb. companyc. associatesd. friendship17. The letter is okay, but you _________ a few words in the last line.a. leftb. omittedc. avoidedd. lost18. I want to move out of the city because I find __________ life exhausting.a. ruralb. remotec. urband. country19. She doesn’t talk about her feelings. She’s a very __________ person.a. insincereb. passivec. reservedd. upset20. Jim __________ his brother to lend him $ 500.a. imposedb. persuadedc. requiredd. desiredPaper IV: Writing (20 minutes 20 marks)Please write a short paragraph of about 150 words and tell us what your favorite TV program is, what it is about, and why you enjoy watching it.。
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高中入学考试英语模拟试卷Paper I: Listening (15 minutes 16 marks)A.For Questions 1-10, you will hear 10 short dialogues and decide whether the followingstatements are true or false. Listen and mark “T” or “F” on the answer sheet. You’ll hear the recording TWICE.1. The driver puts the man’s bag in the trunk.2. The woman refuses the man’s suggestion.3. Lynne is having a potluck party.4. Chris is a vegetarian.5. The customer needs the salesperson’s help right now.6. The food at the restaurant was so-so.7. The man tells the woman not to do something.8. Helen feels better.9. Cindy is talking about the job that she has now.10. Bob is going to start jogging before work.B.For questions 1-6, you will hear a series of short conversations. Please write the answer to eachquestion on the line provided. Your answer should be as brief as possible. You will hear each item TWICE.1. Where will Alberto find the tea?2. At what point exactly will the three students appear in the concert?3. When will the friends go swimming?4. Where will the tour meeting take place?5. How will teachers know who wants to attend their revision class?6. What is Lili’s problem AND how might this be resolved?Paper II: Reading (65 minutes 54 marks)A.For questions 1-10, please look at the sentences below about a journey to the Arctic on board aship. Read the following text to decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect.If it is correct, mark T on your answer sheet.If it is not correct, mark F on your answer sheet.Exploring the ArcticThe Arctic is one of the few places in the world untouched by pollution where you can see nature at its wildest and most beautiful. Join our ship the Northern Star from 2 to 18 July, for a 17-day voyage to the Arctic. During the voyage you are able to relax and get away from it all. There are no parties or film-shows to attend, quizzes to enter, or entertainers to watch. However, we do have specialists on board who are willing to answer any of your questions about the Arctic and who will talk about the animals and birds that you see on the trip.After setting off from Scotland, we go north along the coast of Norway to Bear Island. Along the way you'll see thousands of seabirds and wonderful scenery, with rivers of ice and huge cliffs. You will have the chance to see reindeer, polar bears, and other Arctic animals. Although we have a timetable, experience has shown that we may have to change our direction a little, depending on the weather and on which animals appear.The Northern Star is a very special ship and our past voyages have been very popular. Our cabins all have the same excellent facilities, which include a private bathroom and refrigerator. Our chefs are happy to prepare any food for people on special diets. Choose just what you want to eat from the wide variety available from the dining room buffet. There is a library, shop, clinic and plenty of space for relaxation. If you need some exercise, whynot go jogging every morning around the decks, or do some swimming in the indoor pool.Prices include economy class air travel and 16 nights on board the Northern Star, all meals and excursions and all lectures.Day 1 Board the Northern Star.Days 2–7 We sail slowly north along the coast of Norway,stopping at places of interest.Day 8 Tromso. You need to get up at sunrise to see thewhales as we sail towards Tromso. Visit Tromso tosee the Arctic Museum, the cathedral and the beautifulold wooden houses. In the evening we sail away alongthe west coast to Bird Island, which is excellent forbird-watching.Days 9–10 Bear Island. We arrive here in the early evening andstay overnight. Bear Island once had an active fishingindustry, but today little of this remains. We will explorethe island, looking out for Arctic flowers.Days 11–16 Spitsbergen. A place of mountains and rivers of ice, itis home to a large variety of animals.Day 17 Leave the ship in Spitsbergen and fly to London fromTroms.B.Please read the text about behaviors on airplane and answer questions 1-8.Air rage is the current expression for aggressive or disruptive behavior of airline passengers. It comes from the term road rage, used to describe drivers whose rude and hostile attitude toward others can lead to serious accidents or violence.Major airlines are becoming increasingly concerned about air rage and are training their staff to deal with it. At the same time, they are introducing tougher policies and supporting legislation that will allow local police to arrest offenders when they land. A special agreement, known as the 1963 Tokyo Convention, allows for the arrest of troublesome passengers on landing, even if they are not citizens of that country and did not technically commit a crime there.The problem of air rage may start before passengers even board the plane and may become worse on board. Reasons for air rage include heavy traffic on the way to the airport,long check-in lines, the amount of alcohol available both in the waiting area and given out free on board the plane, and strict enforcement of no-smoking laws at the airport and on the flight itself.Airline staff are trained to spot a potential troublemaker and to deal with violent behavior by talking to the person. For more serious cases, handcuffs and straitjackets are kept on board, although these are used only as a last resort. Fortunately, incidents involving serious violence are rare, but air rage is increasingly becoming an issue of concern for all airlines.1、Air rage and road rage refer to aggressive behavior by ____________a.passengers in cars or planes.b.airline passengers and car drivers.c.car drivers and airline pilots.d.airline passengers and crews.2.According to this passage, air rage _____________a.is a more serious problem today than it was 25 years ago.b.is a problem that more and more airline companies are dealing with.c.is a problem that became very serious in the 1960s.d.occurs more on certain airlines than on others.3.The Tokyo Convention enables local police _________________a.to introduce tougher policies.b.to arrest people while flying over their country.c.to arrest aggressive passengers of any nationality.d.to use handcuffs and straitjackets to restrain aggressive passengers.4.According to this passage, which of the following factors contributes to air rage?a. a difficult journey to the airportb.smoking on boardc.restrictions on alcohold.handcuffs and straitjackets being kept on board5.From this passage we can understand that airline staff will watch out for _______________a.heavy smokers.b.heavy drinkers.c.people who are nervous about flying.d.people who start talking to aggressive passengers.6.The phrase as a last resort in the last paragraph means ______________a.in a far-away vacation spot.b.if the plane cannot return to the airport.c.after everything else has failed.d.with potential troublemakers.7.What might the airline crew do to control air rage on the plane?a.allow the passenger to smokeb.arrest the passengerc.restrain the passengerd.behave rudely to the passenger8.The writer's main purpose in this passage is to _________________a.discuss the phenomenon of air rage.b.explain the reasons for air rage.c.suggest solutions for airline staff faced with air rage.d.warn passengers about air rage.C.Please read the following article about men who hunt for birds’ nests in caves in Thailand, andthen answer questions 1-9 in your own words on a separate answer sheet.The Nest Hunters of Tam YaiSwiftlets are shy birds that make their nests in the remotest corners of deep caves. They have the ability to fly fast and straight like arrows around the interior of the cave walls. Like some other birds, they build their nests with their saliva, the juicy liquid from their own mouths. This juice hardens quickly to make a small nest, shaped like a cup. These nests are called “white gold”, because they can be sold for thousands of dollars in the Chinese food markets. It is these nests for which the hunters of Tam Yai are prepared to risk their lives.Tam Yai cave in southern Thailand is the largest network of caves inside a limestone mountain, known as Suwan Kuha, meaning “cave temple”. It has been given this name because it contains a large area decorated with statues of Buddhas. High above the statues, in the far corners of the cave complex, is where the nests are to be found.The nest hunters climb barefoot up dangerous bamboo poles hundreds of metres above the ground to collect these valuable nests. They rarely use safety equipment, and if they fall, they will die instantly. These nests can only be reached by the bravest and most skilled climbers, and they are often only able to reach the highest nests with the aid of a stick and a net.Nest hunting is a skill passed down in families from father to son. Because of the profits that can be made, the competition among rival climbers is fierce. There are armed guards at the entrance to the cave to protect the nests from thieves. In Tam Yai, there are also strict laws to prevent illegal hunting and to ensure proper collecting, or “harvesting”, of the nests. As a result, the birds are a protected species and the number of swiftlets is growing. Nest harvesting begins in March and if the harvest is collected at the correct time of year, each swiftlet will lay eggs three times a season. Once the young birds have hatched and flown, the nests can be collected and sold to the Chinese food industry as the vital ingredient in bird’s nest soup.The recipe for the highly valued bird’s nest soup is centuries old, and the soup is said to have a value in prolonging life. Chinese doctors often prescribe it for people who are suffering from skin conditions, lung disease and breathing problems.It is important to prepare the nests thoroughly when they arrive in the restaurant kitchens. Firstly they are washed, soaked and boiled until they have a soft, rubber-like texture. Then they are mixed with meat and coconut and all the ingredients are cooked together. The nest itself is not delicious, in fact it has hardly any taste. As one Chinese chef says: “It is the other ingredients which give the soup its flavour. The nest is soft and crunchy, and when you prepare it you must be careful to remove all traces of the bird, such as bones or feathers. This is because Chinese people appreciate the way it feels in their mouth rather than the taste and smell.”It is an exotic dish in a multi-million dollar market. The nests themselves are small; they weigh less than 10 grams and measure just a few centimetres. But for the nest hunters the risks are great indeed.Questions:1. What happens to the saliva when the birds build their nests?2. Why do the hunters take such great risks to collect the nests?3. Which country buys most of the birds’ nests?4. Why is Suwan Kuha regarded as a temple?5. What makes the job of nest hunting particularly dangerous? Give TWOdetails.6. According to the graph, how does the price of birds’ nests in 2008compare to that of 1968?7. How is the business of nest hunting in Tam Yai controlled? Give TWOdetails.8. How is bird’s nest soup important for health?9. How does the soup get its taste?Paper III: Use of English (20 minutes 60 marks)A.ClozeSchool’s Art SaleLast Friday parents helped collect lots of money for a school by buying children’s pictures.A primary school in Bicester used its classrooms as an art gallery for a day and (1) ............parents to come and look. All the pupils (2) ............ a work of art and (3) ............ painting went on sale at £5. Hundreds of parents and relations came and, together, they spent(4) ............ £2,000.Now the school is (5) ............ of making the exhibition bigger next year by also contacting businesses (6) ............ operate in the local area. One of the schoolchildren’s parents first had the (7) ............ after going to (8) ............ exhibitions in her home country, South Africa.The school has decided to (9) ............ the money to buy books and CD players. The HeadTeacher said he was delighted to see the school (10) ............ full and he was very proud of the children.1 A hoped B invited C pleased D wished2 A operated B played C performed D produced3 A few B some C each D all4 A over B more C close D near5 A planning B thinking C considering D wanting6 A what B who C which D whose7 A memory B idea C habit D choice8 A same B likely C similar D equal9 A bring B add C join D use10 A so B too C such D enoughB.Grammar and Vocabulary Multiple Choices1. We don't have any milk left. _____ ?a. don't youb. are wec. do wed. have you2. I tried on two sweaters, but I didn't buy _____ of them.a. eitherb. nonec. neitherd. any3. If they ________________ the car earlier, they wouldn't have gotten stuck on the road.a. were checkedb. did checkc. had checkedd. checked4. I saw every episode in that _____________ television series.a. ten-partsb. tens-partc. tens-partsd. ten-part5. "How are you managing with the new computer program?""Not great. I ___________ to figure it out yet.'"a. can't have managedb. haven't managedc. don't managed. haven't been managing6. I've been trying ____________ Sue all morning.a. to callb. callingc. calld. to have called7. You ___________ close all the windows before you leave the house.a. needb. shouldc. oughtd. might8. He was accused ______________ stealing money from the store.a. inb. forc. byd. of9. We stayed up to watch TV ___________ it was very late.a. despiteb. in spite ofc. althoughd. even10. "I have a headache. Can you get me an aspirin?" "Sure. ________ get you one right now."a. I'm able tob. I'm goingc. I ought tod. I'll11. It will take you _______ three hours to drive to the campsite.a. greatlyb. entirelyc. approximatelyd. annually12. We didn’t get to the meeting on time __________ a traffic jam.b. because ofc. owing tod. due to13. I have to make an _________ with my dentist.a. arrangementb. assignmentc. interviewd. appointment14. The sign on the front tells you the ________ of each bus.a. resortb. destinationc. agencyd. port15. The school must be very old. When was it ___________ up?a. posedb. evolvedc. setd. founded16. I really like Jan and Dave. They’re very good ___________.a. societyb. companyc. associatesd. friendship17. The letter is okay, but you _________ a few words in the last line.a. leftb. omittedc. avoidedd. lost18. I want to move out of the city because I find __________ life exhausting.a. ruralb. remotec. urband. country19. She doesn’t talk about her feelings. She’s a very __________ person.a. insincereb. passived. upset20. Jim __________ his brother to lend him $ 500.a. imposedb. persuadedc. requiredd. desiredPaper IV: Writing (20 minutes 20 marks)Please write a short paragraph of about 150 words and tell us what your favorite TV program is, what it is about, and why you enjoy watching it.。
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International High School ProgramChengdu No.7 High SchoolEntrance Test中美国际高中入学考试(Mock Exam Paper: English)英语模拟试卷(120 minutes Full Score 150)时间：120分钟满分：150Paper I: Listening (15 minutes 16 marks)A.For Questions 1-10, you will hear 10 short dialogues and decide whether the followingstatements are true or false. Listen and mark “T” or “F” on the answer sheet. You’ll hear the recording TWICE.1. The driver puts the man’s bag in the trunk.2. The woman refuses the man’s suggestion.3. Lynne is having a potluck party.4. Chris is a vegetarian.5. The customer needs the salesperson’s help right now.6. The food at the restaurant was so-so.7. The man tells the woman not to do something.8. Helen feels better.9. Cindy is talking about the job that she has now.10. Bob is going to start jogging before work.B.For questions 1-6, you will hear a series of short conversations. Please write the answerto each question on the line provided. Your answer should be as brief as possible. You will hear each item TWICE.1. Where will Alberto find the tea?2. At what point exactly will the three students appear in the concert?3. When will the friends go swimming?4. Where will the tour meeting take place?5. How will teachers know who wants to attend their revision class?6. What is Lili’s problem AND how might this be resolved?Paper II: Reading (65 minutes 54 marks)A.For questions 1-10, please look at the sentences below about a journey to the Arctic onboard a ship. Read the following text to decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect.If it is correct, mark T on your answer sheet.If it is not correct, mark F on your answer sheet.Exploring the ArcticThe Arctic is one of the few places in the world untouched by pollution where you can see nature at its wildest and most beautiful. Join our ship the Northern Star from 2 to 18 July, for a 17-day voyage to the Arctic. During the voyage you are able to relax and get away from it all. There are no parties or film-shows to attend, quizzes to enter, or entertainers to watch. However, we do have specialists on board who are willing to answer any of your questions about the Arctic and who will talk about the animals and birds that you see on the trip.After setting off from Scotland, we go north along the coast of Norway to Bear Island. Along the way you'll see thousands of seabirds and wonderful scenery, with rivers of ice and huge cliffs. You will have the chance to see reindeer, polar bears, and other Arctic animals. Although we have atimetable, experience has shown that we may have to change our direction a little, depending on the weather and on which animals appear.The Northern Star is a very special ship and our past voyages have been very popular. Our cabins all have the same excellent facilities, which include a private bathroom and refrigerator. Our chefs are happy to prepare any food for people on special diets. Choose just what you want to eat from the wide variety available from the dining room buffet. There is a library, shop, clinic and plenty of space for relaxation. If you need some exercise, why not go jogging every morning around the decks, or do some swimming in the indoor pool.Prices include economy class air travel and 16 nights on board the Northern Star, all meals and excursions and all lectures.Day 1 Board the Northern Star.Days 2–7 We sail slowly north along the coast of Norway, stopping atplaces of interest.Day 8 Tromso. You need to get up at sunrise to see the whales aswe sail towards Tromso. Visit Tromso to see the ArcticMuseum, the cathedral and the beautiful old woodenhouses. In the evening we sail away along the west coast toBird Island, which is excellent for bird-watching.Days 9–10 Bear Island. We arrive here in the early evening and stayovernight. Bear Island once had an active fishing industry,but today little of this remains. We will explore the island,looking out for Arctic flowers.Days 11–16 Spitsbergen. A place of mountains and rivers of ice, it ishome to a large variety of animals.Day 17 Leave the ship in Spitsbergen and fly to London fromTroms.B.Please read the text about behaviors on airplane and answer questions 1-8.Air rage is the current expression for aggressive or disruptive behavior of airline passengers. It comes from the term road rage, used to describe drivers whose rude and hostile attitude toward others can lead to serious accidents or violence.Major airlines are becoming increasingly concerned about air rage and are training their staff to deal with it. At the same time, they are introducing tougher policies and supporting legislation that will allow local police to arrest offenders when they land. A special agreement, known as the 1963 Tokyo Convention, allows for the arrest of troublesome passengers on landing, even if they are not citizens of that country and did not technically commit a crime there.The problem of air rage may start before passengers even board the plane and may become worse on board. Reasons for air rage include heavy traffic on the way to the airport, long check-in lines, the amount of alcohol available both in the waiting area and given out free on board the plane, and strict enforcement of no-smoking laws at the airport and on the flight itself.Airline staff are trained to spot a potential troublemaker and to deal with violent behavior by talking to the person. For more serious cases, handcuffs and straitjackets are kept on board, although these are used only as a last resort. Fortunately, incidents involving serious violence are rare, but air rage is increasingly becoming an issue of concern for all airlines.1、Air rage and road rage refer to aggressive behavior by ____________a.passengers in cars or planes.b.airline passengers and car drivers.c.car drivers and airline pilots.d.airline passengers and crews.2.According to this passage, air rage _____________a.is a more serious problem today than it was 25 years ago.b.is a problem that more and more airline companies are dealing with.c.is a problem that became very serious in the 1960s.d.occurs more on certain airlines than on others.3.The Tokyo Convention enables local police _________________a.to introduce tougher policies.b.to arrest people while flying over their country.c.to arrest aggressive passengers of any nationality.d.to use handcuffs and straitjackets to restrain aggressive passengers.4.According to this passage, which of the following factors contributes to air rage?a. a difficult journey to the airportb.smoking on boardc.restrictions on alcohold.handcuffs and straitjackets being kept on board5.From this passage we can understand that airline staff will watch out for _______________a.heavy smokers.b.heavy drinkers.c.people who are nervous about flying.d.people who start talking to aggressive passengers.6.The phrase as a last resort in the last paragraph means ______________a.in a far-away vacation spot.b.if the plane cannot return to the airport.c.after everything else has failed.d.with potential troublemakers.7.What might the airline crew do to control air rage on the plane?a.allow the passenger to smokeb.arrest the passengerc.restrain the passengerd.behave rudely to the passenger8.The writer's main purpose in this passage is to _________________a.discuss the phenomenon of air rage.b.explain the reasons for air rage.c.suggest solutions for airline staff faced with air rage.d.warn passengers about air rage.C.Please r ead the following article about men who hunt for birds’ nests in caves inThailand, and then answer questions 1-9 in your own words on a separate answer sheet.The Nest Hunters of Tam YaiSwiftlets are shy birds that make their nests in the remotest corners of deep caves. They have the ability to fly fast and straight like arrows around the interior of the cave walls. Like some other birds, they build their nests with their saliva, the juicy liquid from their own mouths. This juice hardens quickly to make a small nest, shaped like a cup. These nests are called “white gold”, because they can be sold for thousands of dollars in the Chinese food markets. It is these nests for which the hunters of Tam Yai are prepared to risk their lives.Tam Yai cave in southern Thailand is the largest network of caves inside a limestone mountain, known as Suwan Kuha, meaning “cave temple”. It has been given this name because it contains a large area decorated with statues of Buddhas. High above the statues, in the far corners of the cave complex, is where the nests are to be found.The nest hunters climb barefoot up dangerous bamboo poles hundreds of metres above the ground to collect these valuable nests. They rarely use safety equipment, and if they fall, they will die instantly. These nests can only be reached by the bravest and most skilled climbers, and they are often only able to reach the highest nests with the aid of a stick and a net.Nest hunting is a skill passed down in families from father to son. Because of the profits that can be made, the competition among rival climbers is fierce. There are armed guards at the entrance to the cave to protect the nests from thieves. In Tam Yai, there are also strict laws to prevent illegal hunting and to ensure proper collec ting, or “harvesting”, of the nests. As a result, the birds are a protected species and the number of swiftlets is growing. Nest harvesting begins in March and if the harvest is collected at the correct time of year, each swiftlet will lay eggs three times a season. Once the youngbirds have hatched and flown, the nests can be collected and sold to the Chinese food industry as the vital ingredient in bird’s nest soup.The recipe for the highly valued bird’s nest soup is centuries old, and the soup is said t o have a value in prolonging life. Chinese doctors often prescribe it for people who are suffering from skin conditions, lung disease and breathing problems.It is important to prepare the nests thoroughly when they arrive in the restaurant kitchens. Firstly they are washed, soaked and boiled until they have a soft, rubber-like texture. Then they are mixed with meat and coconut and all the ingredients are cooked together. The nest itself is not delicious, in fact it has hardly any taste. As one Chinese chef says: “It is the other ingredients which give the soup its flavour. The nest is soft and crunchy, and when you prepare it you must be careful to remove all traces of the bird, such as bones or feathers. This is because Chinese people appreciate the way it feels in their mouth rather than the taste and smell.”It is an exotic dish in a multi-million dollar market. The nests themselves are small; they weigh less than 10 grams and measure just a few centimetres. But for the nest hunters the risks are great indeed.Questions:1. What happens to the saliva when the birds build their nests?2. Why do the hunters take such great risks to collect the nests?3. Which country buys most of the birds’ nests?4. Why is Suwan Kuha regarded as a temple?5. What makes the job of nest hunting particularly dangerous? Give TWO details.6. According to the graph, how does the price of birds’ nests in 2008 compare tothat of 1968?7. How is the business of nest hunting in Tam Yai controlled? Give TWO details.8. How is b ird’s nest soup important for health?9. How does the soup get its taste?Paper III: Use of English (20 minutes 60 marks)A.ClozeSchool’s Art SaleLast Friday parents helped collect lots of money for a school by buying children’s pictures. Aprimary school in Bicester used its classrooms as an art gallery for a day and (1) ............ parents tocome and look. All the pupils (2) ............ a work of art and (3) ............ painting went on sale at £5.Hundreds of parents and relations came and, together, they spent (4) ............ £2,000.Now the school is (5) ............ of making the exhibition bigger next year by also contactingbusinesses (6) ............ operate in the local area. One of the schoolchildren’s parents first had the(7) ............ after going to (8) ............ exhibitions in her home country, South Africa.The school has decided to (9) ............ the money to buy books and CD players. The Head Teachersaid he was delighted to see the school (10) ............ full and he was very proud of the children.1 A hoped B invited C pleased D wished2 A operated B played C performed D produced3 A few B some C each D all4 A over B more C close D near5 A planning B thinking C considering D wanting6 A what B who C which D whose7 A memory B idea C habit D choice8 A same B likely C similar D equal9 A bring B add C join D use10 A so B too C such D enoughB.Grammar and Vocabulary Multiple Choices1. We don't have any milk left. _____ ?a. don't youb. are wec. do wed. have you2. I tried on two sweaters, but I didn't buy _____ of them.a. eitherb. nonec. neitherd. any3. If they ________________ the car earlier, they wouldn't have gotten stuck on the road.a. were checkedb. did checkc. had checkedd. checked4. I saw every episode in that _____________ television series.a. ten-partsb. tens-partc. tens-partsd. ten-part5. "How are you managing with the new computer program?""Not great. I ___________ to figure it out yet.'"a. can't have managedb. haven't managedc. don't managed. haven't been managing6. I've been trying ____________ Sue all morning.a. to callb. callingc. calld. to have called7. You ___________ close all the windows before you leave the house.a. needb. shouldc. oughtd. might8. He was accused ______________ stealing money from the store.a. inb. forc. byd. of9. We stayed up to watch TV ___________ it was very late.a. despiteb. in spite ofc. althoughd. even10. "I have a headache. Can you get me an aspirin?" "Sure. ________ get you one right now."a. I'm able tob. I'm goingc. I ought tod. I'll11. It will take you _______ three hours to drive to the campsite.a. greatlyb. entirelyc. approximatelyd. annually12. We didn’t get to the meeting on time __________ a traffic jam.a. causingb. because ofc. owing tod. due to13. I have to make an _________ with my dentist.a. arrangementb. assignmentc. interviewd. appointment14. The sign on the front tells you the ________ of each bus.a. resortb. destinationc. agencyd. port15. The school must be very old. When was it ___________ up?a. posedb. evolvedc. setd. founded16. I really like Jan and Dave. They’re very good ___________.a. societyb. companyc. associatesd. friendship17. The letter is okay, but you _________ a few words in the last line.a. leftb. omittedc. avoidedd. lost18. I want to move out of the city because I find __________ life exhausting.a. ruralb. remotec. urband. country19. She doesn’t talk about her feelings. She’s a very __________ person.a. insincereb. passivec. reservedd. upset20. Jim __________ his brother to lend him $ 500.a. imposedb. persuadedc. requiredd. desiredPaper IV: Writing (20 minutes 20 marks)Please write a short paragraph of about 150 words and tell us what your favorite TV program is, what it is about, and why you enjoy watching it.。
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高中入学考试英语模拟试卷Paper I: Listening (15 minutes 16 marks)A.For Questions 1-10, you will hear 10 short dialogues and decide whether the following statementsare true or false. Listen and mark “T” or “F” on the answer sheet. You’ll hear the recordingTWICE.1. The driver puts the man’s bag in the trunk.2. The woman refuses the man’s suggestion.3. Lynne is having a potluck party.4. Chris is a vegetarian.5. The customer needs the salesperson’s help right now.6. The food at the restaurant was so-so.7. The man tells the woman not to do something.8. Helen feels better.9. Cindy is talking about the job that she has now.10. Bob is going to start jogging before work.B.For questions 1-6, you will hear a series of short conversations. Please write the answer to eachquestion on the line provided. Your answer should be as brief as possible. You will hear each item TWICE.1. Where will Alberto find the tea?2. At what point exactly will the three students appear in the concert?3. When will the friends go swimming?4. Where will the tour meeting take place?5. How will teachers know who wants to attend their revision class?6. What is Lili’s problem AND how might this be resolved?Paper II: Reading (65 minutes 54 marks)A.For questions 1-10, please look at the sentences below about a journey to the Arctic on board a ship.Read the following text to decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect.If it is correct, mark T on your answer sheet.If it is not correct, mark F on your answer sheet.1 This trip is for people who like peace and quiet.2 Many different activities are organized on board.3 The voyage begins in Scotland.4 The ship follows a fixed route.5 There are different types of accommodation.6 Passengers serve themselves in the dining room.7 Whales can be seen in the morning near Tromso.8 There are some examples of traditional buildings in Tromso.9 The ship stays overnight in Tromso.10 Bear Island used to be a busy fishing centre.Exploring the ArcticThe Arctic is one of the few places in the world untouched by pollution where you can see nature at its wildest and most beautiful. Join our ship the Northern Star from 2 to 18 July, for a 17-day voyage to the Arctic. During the voyage you are able to relax and get away from it all. There are no parties or film-shows to attend, quizzes to enter, or entertainers to watch. However, we do have specialists on board who are willing to answer any of your questions about the Arctic and who will talk about the animals and birds that you see on the trip.After setting off from Scotland, we go north along the coast of Norway to Bear Island. Along the way you'll see thousands of seabirds and wonderful scenery, with rivers of ice and huge cliffs. You will have the chance to see reindeer, polar bears, and other Arctic animals. Although we have a timetable, experience has shown that we may have to change our direction a little, depending on the weather and on which animals appear.The Northern Star is a very special ship and our past voyages have been very popular. Our cabins all have the same excellent facilities, which include a private bathroom and refrigerator. Our chefs are happy to prepare any food for people on special diets. Choose just what you want to eat from the wide variety available from the dining room buffet. There is a library, shop, clinic and plenty of space for relaxation. If you need some exercise, why not go jogging every morning around the decks, or do some swimming in the indoor pool.Prices include economy class air travel and 16 nights on board the Northern Star, all meals and excursions and all lectures.Day 1 Board the Northern Star.Days 2–7 We sail slowly north along the coast of Norway,stopping at places of interest.Day 8 Tromso. You need to get up at sunrise to see thewhales as we sail towards Tromso. Visit Tromso tosee the Arctic Museum, the cathedral and the beautifulold wooden houses. In the evening we sail away alongthe west coast to Bird Island, which is excellent forbird-watching.Days 9–10 Bear Island. We arrive here in the early evening andstay overnight. Bear Island once had an active fishingindustry, but today little of this remains. We will explorethe island, looking out for Arctic flowers.Days 11–16 Spitsbergen. A place of mountains and rivers of ice, itis home to a large variety of animals.Day 17 Leave the ship in Spitsbergen and fly to London fromTroms.B.Please read the text about behaviors on airplane and answer questions 1-8.Air rage is the current expression for aggressive or disruptive behavior of airline passengers. It comes from the term road rage, used to describe drivers whose rude and hostile attitude toward others can lead to serious accidents or violence.Major airlines are becoming increasingly concerned about air rage and are training their staff to deal with it. At the same time, they are introducing tougher policies and supporting legislation that will allow local police to arrest offenders when they land. A special agreement, known as the 1963 Tokyo Convention, allows for the arrest of troublesome passengers on landing, even if they are not citizens of that country and did not technically commit a crime there.The problem of air rage may start before passengers even board the plane and may become worse on board. Reasons for air rage include heavy traffic on the way to the airport, long check-in lines, the amount of alcohol available both in the waiting area and given out free on board the plane, and strict enforcement of no-smoking laws at the airport and on the flight itself.Airline staff are trained to spot a potential troublemaker and to deal with violent behavior by talking to the person. For more serious cases, handcuffs and straitjackets are kept on board, although these are used only as a last resort. Fortunately, incidents involving serious violence are rare, but air rage is increasingly becoming an issue of concern for all airlines.1、Air rage and road rage refer to aggressive behavior by ____________a.passengers in cars or planes.b.airline passengers and car drivers.c.car drivers and airline pilots.d.airline passengers and crews.2.According to this passage, air rage _____________a.is a more serious problem today than it was 25 years ago.b.is a problem that more and more airline companies are dealing with.c.is a problem that became very serious in the 1960s.d.occurs more on certain airlines than on others.3.The Tokyo Convention enables local police _________________a.to introduce tougher policies.b.to arrest people while flying over their country.c.to arrest aggressive passengers of any nationality.d.to use handcuffs and straitjackets to restrain aggressive passengers.4.According to this passage, which of the following factors contributes to air rage?a. a difficult journey to the airportb.smoking on boardc.restrictions on alcohold.handcuffs and straitjackets being kept on board5.From this passage we can understand that airline staff will watch out for _______________a.heavy smokers.b.heavy drinkers.c.people who are nervous about flying.d.people who start talking to aggressive passengers.6.The phrase as a last resort in the last paragraph means ______________a.in a far-away vacation spot.b.if the plane cannot return to the airport.c.after everything else has failed.d.with potential troublemakers.7.What might the airline crew do to control air rage on the plane?a.allow the passenger to smokeb.arrest the passengerc.restrain the passengerd.behave rudely to the passenger8.The writer's main purpose in this passage is to _________________a.discuss the phenomenon of air rage.b.explain the reasons for air rage.c.suggest solutions for airline staff faced with air rage.d.warn passengers about air rage.C.Please read the following article about men who hunt for birds’ nests in caves in Thailand, and thenanswer questions 1-9 in your own words on a separate answer sheet.The Nest Hunters of Tam YaiSwiftlets are shy birds that make their nests in the remotest corners of deep caves. They have the ability to fly fast and straight like arrows around the interior of the cave walls. Like some other birds, they build their nests with their saliva, the juicy liquid from their own mouths. This juice hardens quickly to make a small nest, shaped like a cup. These nests are called “white gold”, because they can be sold for thousands of dollars in the Chinese food markets. It is these nests for which the hunters of Tam Yai are prepared to risk their lives.Tam Yai cave in southern Thailand is the largest network of caves inside a limestone mountain, known as Suwan Kuha, meaning “cave temple”. It has been given this name because it contains a large area decorated with statues of Buddhas. High above the statues, in the far corners of the cave complex, is where the nests are to be found.The nest hunters climb barefoot up dangerous bamboo poles hundreds of metres above the ground to collect these valuable nests. They rarely use safety equipment, and if they fall, they will die instantly. These nests can only be reached by the bravest and most skilled climbers, and they are often only able to reach the highest nests with the aid of a stick and a net.Nest hunting is a skill passed down in families from father to son. Because of the profits that can be made, the competition among rival climbers is fierce. There are armed guards at the entrance to the cave to protect the nests from thieves. In Tam Yai, there are also strict laws to prevent illegal hunting and to ensure proper collecting, or “harvesting”, of the nests. As a result, the birds are a protected species and the number of swiftlets is growing. Nest harvesting begins in March and if the harvest is collected at the correct time of year, each swiftlet will lay eggs three times a season. Once the young birds have hatched and flown, the nests can be collected and sold to the Chinese food industry as the vital ingredient in bird’s nest soup.The recipe for the highly valued bird’s nest soup is centuries old, and the soup is said to have a value in prolonging life. Chinese doctors often prescribe it for people who are suffering from skin conditions, lung disease and breathing problems.It is important to prepare the nests thoroughly when they arrive in the restaurant kitchens. Firstly they are washed, soaked and boiled until they have a soft, rubber-like texture. Then they are mixed with meat and coconut and all the ingredients are cooked together. The nest itself is not delicious, in fact it has hardly any taste. As one Chinese chef says: “It is the other ingredients which give the soup its flavour. The nest is soft and crunchy, and when you prepare it you must be careful to remove all traces of the bird, such as bones or feathers. This is because Chinese people appreciate the way it feels in their mouth rather than the taste and smell.”It is an exotic dish in a multi-million dollar market. The nests themselves are small; they weigh less than 10 grams and measure just a few centimetres. But for the nest hunters the risks are great indeed.Questions:1. What happens to the saliva when the birds build their nests?2. Why do the hunters take such great risks to collect the nests?3. Which country buys most of the birds’ nests?4. Why is Suwan Kuha regarded as a temple?5. What makes the job of nest hunting particularly dangerous? Give TWO details.6. According to the graph, how does the price of bird s’ nests in 2008 compare to thatof 1968?7. How is the business of nest hunting in Tam Yai controlled? Give TWO details.8. How is bird’s nest soup important for health?9. How does the soup get its taste?Paper III: Use of English (20 minutes 60 marks)A.ClozeSchool’s Art SaleLast Friday parents helped collect lots of money for a school by buying children’s pictures. A primary school in Bicester used its classrooms as an art gallery for a day and (1) ............ parents to come and look. All the pupils (2) ............ a work of art and (3) ............ painting went on sale at ￡5.Hundreds of parents and relations came and, together, they spent (4) ............ ￡2,000.Now the school is (5) ............ of making the exhibition bigger next year by also contactingbusinesses (6) ............ operate in the local area. One of the schoolchildren’s parents first had the(7) ............ after going to (8) ............ exhibitions in her home country, South Africa.The school has decided to (9) ............ the money to buy books and CD players. The Head Teachersaid he was delighted to see the school (10) ............ full and he was very proud of the children.1 A hoped B invited C pleased D wished2 A operated B played C performed D produced3 A few B some C each D all4 A over B more C close D near5 A planning B thinking C considering D wanting6 A what B who C which D whose7 A memory B idea C habit D choice8 A same B likely C similar D equal9 A bring B add C join D use10 A so B too C such D enoughB.Grammar and Vocabulary Multiple Choices1. We don't have any milk left. _____ ?a. don't youb. are wec. do wed. have you2. I tried on two sweaters, but I didn't buy _____ of them.a. eitherb. nonec. neitherd. any3. If they ________________ the car earlier, they wouldn't have gotten stuck on the road.a. were checkedb. did checkc. had checkedd. checked4. I saw every episode in that _____________ television series.a. ten-partsb. tens-partc. tens-partsd. ten-part5. "How are you managing with the new computer program?""Not great. I ___________ to figure it out yet.'"a. can't have managedb. haven't managedc. don't managed. haven't been managing6. I've been trying ____________ Sue all morning.a. to callb. callingc. calld. to have called7. You ___________ close all the windows before you leave the house.a. needb. shouldc. oughtd. might8. He was accused ______________ stealing money from the store.a. inb. forc. byd. of9. We stayed up to watch TV ___________ it was very late.a. despiteb. in spite ofc. althoughd. even10. "I have a headache. Can you get me an aspirin?" "Sure. ________ get you one right now."a. I'm able tob. I'm goingc. I ought tod. I'll11. It will take you _______ three hours to drive to the campsite.a. greatlyb. entirelyc. approximatelyd. annually12. We didn’t get to the meeting on time __________ a traffic jam.a. causingb. because ofc. owing tod. due to13. I have to make an _________ with my dentist.a. arrangementb. assignmentc. interviewd. appointment14. The sign on the front tells you the ________ of each bus.a. resortb. destinationc. agencyd. port15. The school must be very old. When was it ___________ up?a. posedb. evolvedc. setd. founded16. I really like Jan and Dave. They’re very good ___________.a. societyb. companyc. associatesd. friendship17. The letter is okay, but you _________ a few words in the last line.a. leftb. omittedc. avoidedd. lost18. I want to move out of the city because I find __________ life exhausting.a. ruralb. remotec. urband. country19. She doesn’t talk about her feelings. She’s a very __________ person.a. insincereb. passivec. reservedd. upset20. Jim __________ his brother to lend him $ 500.a. imposedb. persuadedc. requiredd. desiredPaper IV: Writing (20 minutes 20 marks)Please write a short paragraph of about 150 words and tell us what your favorite TV program is, what it is about, and why you enjoy watching it.。