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1、阅读理解训练Google, the Internet search-engine company, has announced it will give more than twenty-five million dollars in money and investments to help the poor. The company says the effort involves using the power of information and technology to help people improve their lives. Aleem Walji works for G
2、oogle.org - the part of the company that gives money to good causes. He said the company s first project will help identify where infectious (传染性的 ) diseases are developing. In Southeast Asia and Africa, for example, Google.org will work with partners to strengthen early-warning systems and take act
3、ion against growing health threats. Google.org s second project will invest in ways to help small and medium-sized businesses grow. Walji says microfinance ( 小额信贷 ) is generally small, short-term loans that create few jobs. Instead, he says Google.org wants to develop ways to bring investors and bus
4、iness owners together to create jobs and improve economic growth. Google.org will also give money to help two climate-change programs announced earlier this year. One of these programs studies ways to make renewable (再生的 ) energy less costly than coal-based energy. The other is examining the efforts
5、 being made to increase the use of electric cars. The creators of Google have promised to give Google.org about one percent of company profits and one percent of its total stock value every year. Aleem Walji says this amount may increase in the future. 36. The purpose of Googles investments is to _.
6、 A) help poor people B) develop new technology C) expand its own business D) increase the power of information 37. According to Aleem Walji, the companys first project is to _. A) set up a new system to warn people of infectious diseases B) find out where infectious diseases develop C) identify the
7、causes of infectious diseases D) cure patients of infectious diseases 38. What kind of businesses will benefit from Google.orgs second project? A) large enterprises B) cross-national companies C) foreign-funded corporations D) small and medium-sized businesses 39. From the fourth paragraph, we learn
8、 that Googles money is also invested to help _. A) start more research programs B) make more advanced electric cars C) develop renewable and coal-based energy D) conduct studies related to climate changes 40. From the last paragraph we learn that the investments by Google.org come from 精选文档2 _. A) G
9、oogle s profits and stock value B) some international IT companies C) the company s own interests D) local commercial banks Task 2 Directions: This task is the same as Task 1. The 5 questions or unfinished statements are numbered 41 to 45. Your boss holds your future prospects in his hands. Some bos
10、ses are hard to get along with. Some have excellent qualifications but no idea when it comes to dealing with people. Of course, not all bosses are like that. The relationship you have with your boss can be a major factor in determining your rise up the career ladder. Your boss is not only your leade
11、r, he is also the person best equipped to help you do the job you are paid to do. He can inform you of company direction that may affect your professional development. Your boss also needs you to perform at your best in order to accomplish his objectives. He needs your feedback in order to provide r
12、ealistic and useful reports to upper management. But how does this help you establish a meaningful working relationship with your boss? The key is communication. Learn and understand his goals and priorities (优先的事 ). Observe and understand your boss s work style. If he has not been clear with his ex
13、pectations, ask! Likewise, ask for feedback and accept criticism gracefully. And if he understands that you do not view your job as just something to fill the hours between 9 and 5, he may be more likely to help you. In short, getting along with your boss requires getting to know his likes and disli
14、kes and learning to work with his personality and management style. 41. The main idea of the first paragraph is that _. A) bosses are hard to deal with B) bosses have good character C) bosses determine your career future D) bosses must have similar personality 42. In the second paragraph, “rise up t
15、he career ladder” (Line 2) means _. A) going to work abroad B) changing jobs frequently C) being promoted in position D) pursuing an advanced degree 43. In order to achieve his objectives, your boss expects that you will _. A) do your best in your work B) show your management skills C) get along wit
16、h your colleagues D) write reports to upper management 44. The most important factor for establishing a good working relationship with the boss is _. A) high expectations B) quick feedback 精选文档3 C) frequent criticism D) effective communication 45. The best title for the passage might be _. A) How to
17、 Take Care Of Your Boss. B) How to Get Along with Your Boss C) How to Accept Your Bo sss Criticism D) How to Accomplish Your Bosss Objective答案： 36-40:ABDDA 41-45:CCADB An ebook(also referred to as an electronic book ，eBook，or e-book)is a digital version( 版本 )of a print book that you download and rea
18、d. But if you want to read an ebook, you must have an Ebook Reader, which is a kind of free software used by your computer. Make sure you have installed the appropriate Reader before you download your ebook from the Internet. The software allows you to turn the words on the screen into the size you
19、like. It also helps you turn pages and change your viewing options( 计算机屏幕上的阅读选择). Ebooks are a fun alternative to regular books. You can download them to any computers and create your own library of hundreds of titles. If you load them onto your portable computer ，you can take them with you when you
20、 travel. Some ebooks are even interactive! Best of all，when you order an ebook，there is no waiting and no shipping charges. The amount of time it takes to download your ebook depends on the speed of your connection and the size of your ebook. 36. From this passage，we learn that an ebook_. A) can be
21、found in any library B) can be read directly from the Internet C) can be read by any one who has a computer D) can be read when special software is installed 37. The Ebook Reader is used for_. A) reading an ebook youve downloaded B) turning a print book into a digital version C) downloading an ebook
22、 from the Internet D) copying an ebook onto a portable computer 38. From this passage，we can learn that_. A) you can read an ebook on a laptop when you travel B) you Can order an ebook using the Ebook Reader C) the ebooks ordered have to be shipped to you D) it takes a lot of trouble reading an eboo
23、k 39. Which of the following statements is TRUE? A) An ebook is ordered in print book is. B) The size of the words in an ebook cannot be changed. C) The downloading time is decided by the ebooks size. D) There is less fun reading an ebook than a print book. 40. The passage is mainly about_. A) a bet
24、ter way to download an Ebook B) a new kind of book the Ebooks C) the new version of Ebooks D) the fun of reading Ebooks 精选文档4 Task 2 Directions: This task is the same as Task 1. The 5 questions or unfinished statements are numbered 41 to 45. Check-in Requirements Passengers and their baggage must be
25、 checked in at least 45 minutes before departure for domestic flights and 60 minutes for international flights. Government-issued photo identification is required for all passengers. Passengers traveling across any international boundary(边界 )are responsible for obtaining all necessary travel documen
26、ts. Passengers may be denied boarding if travel documents are not in order. When check-in requirements are not met， a passenger may be separated from hisher bag. Frontier Airlines will gladly hold the bag in the destination baggage service office for pick-up at the passenger s convenience. Passenger
27、s must be at the gate 20minutes before departure for boarding. Free Baggage Allowance for Each Ticketed Passenger Frontier Airlines ， Inc. will accept，per ticketed passenger，two free checked bags not to exceed 62 inches and 50 pounds per pieceone carryon bag and one personal item(purse，laptop，etc.).
28、 NOTE ： A ticketed passenger may check one carry-on bag if it is within established limitations. All carry-on items must be put under a a shared overhead compartment( 行李舱 ). Excessive(超重 )Baggage Charges An excess charge will be made for each piece of baggage over the free allowance and for each pie
29、ce of oversized or over-weight baggage. 41. An international flight passenger should check in at least_. A) 20 minutes before departure B) 30 minutes before departure C) 45 minutes before departure D) 60 minutes before departure 42. What is required of all domestic and international passengers for c
30、heck-in? A) An invitation letter. B) A companys job offer 。C) An official photo identification. D) An official immigration permit. 43. How much baggage is a ticketed passenger allowed free of charge? A) One piece. B) Two pieces. C) Three pieces. D) Four pieces. 44. What will passengers have to do if
31、 their baggage is over the free allowance? A) To pay extra money. B) To carry it themselves. C) To ask for special permit. D) To drop the excessive item. 45. This passage is probably taken from_. A) an advertisement of an airline B) a notice for airline passengers 精选文档5 C) a schedule of an internati
32、onal flight D) an introduction to an airline company 答案： 36-40:DAACB 41-45:DCBAB he iMOVE database （数据库）information platform for persons interested in job opportunities offered by German companies. The information can be obtained in seven languages: German, English, French, Spanish, Chinese, Russian
33、 and Arabic. All programs in the area of professional training are carried out by German training providers. All these programs have a clear content to meet your special needs. Programs which take place in Germany are carried out in English. Many of the German training providers have started their t
34、raining activities towards the international market. Therefore, they also offer courses abroad. These courses are taught in English or the language of the target country. Providers will be glad to supply you with additional information on these courses. You can contact the provider directly to find
35、out more about a program and the training provider. To guarantee high standards in the database, iMOVE has developed quality standards for training providers and their services. All of the training facilities in the iMOVE database have to follow these quality criteria (标准 ). All training providers w
36、ho publish their international training programs in the iMOVE database have recognized our General Terms and Conditions. 36. The iMOVE database is intended for persons who _. A) seek a job as a language translator B) are interested in the German language C) want to be employed by German companies D)
37、 wish to work for professional training providers 37. The iMOVE programs are carried out by _. A) language training centers B) German training providers C) special service developers D) overseas employment advisers 38. held in Germany are taught in _. A) German B) English C) French D) Chinese 39. Wh
38、ich of the following measures has iMOVE taken to guarantee its high standards? A) Offering different language courses. B) Providing modern training facilities. C) Starting training courses overseas. D) Developing quality standards. 40. The purpose of the passage is to _. A) advertise the iMOVE datab
39、ase B) make German companies more popular C) hire overseas employees to work in Germany D) encourage people to learn more foreign languages Task 2 Directions: This task is the same as Task 1. The 5 questions or unfinished statements are 精选文档6 numbered 41 to 45. It is so easy to earn rewards! A wide
40、range of partners wherever you go To make traveling even easier, Air France offers you Frequency Plus ( 常旅客里程奖励计划) through an extensive network of our partners. Together, they give you endless opportunities to earn Miles and a wide choice of Rewards, from airline tickets, hotel room-nights, car rent
41、als and more. Partners in China If you are a Frequency Plus member registered in China, you have even more choices with rewards from our local partners. For more information, please contact your local Air France office. First rewards start as low as 20,000 Miles! Your Temporary Card that will make y
42、ou get your first Reward, now. a) Show your Temporary Card and simply give your Card number when making a reservation and at check-in for your flight. In this way, you will begin to earn Miles even before receiving your Permanent Card. b) Fill in and return your personal membership (会员 ) application
43、 today. Your application must be received within 3 weeks of your first flight. Remember, you will enjoy an extra 3,000 Bonus Miles (额外奖励里程) for your first trip with Air France within 6 months of joining. Fly today and earn Rewards sooner! 41. Air France carries out its Frequency Plus _. A) through i
44、ts reduced ticket prices B) through its extensive network of partners C) by providing convenient flight schedules D) by offering excellent services on board 42. In order to get the first reward, passengers must fly at least _. A) for 6 months B) 20,000 miles C) 3,000 bonus Miles D) once in three wee
45、ks 43. Passengers can begin to earn Miles _. A) if they reserve tickets at a hotel B) if they buy tickets at the airport C) before receiving the Permanent Card D) after receiving the Permanent Card 44. Passengers should send their application to Air France _. A) upon receiving the application form B
46、) within 3 weeks of their first flight C) before their first flight with Air France D) within 6 months of joining the program 45. The extra bonus Miles for a passengers first trip with Air France within 6 months of joining is _. A) 2,000 miles B) 3,000 miles 精选文档7 C) 20,000 miles D) 30,000 miles 答案：
47、 36-40:CBBDA 41-45:BBCBB It is the vision ( 设想 ) of the Public Transit Police Department to achieve a transit system free from crime and disorder. are designed to enhance safety, increase riders and preserve the quality of our system s structure. Transit has its own police force committed to the saf
48、ety of its customers and drivers, serving seven counties and 85 cities in the region. There are 23 full-time officers, 146 part-time officers and five administrative ( 行政的 ) staff, devoted to one thing: public safety. Youve probably s een Transit Police officers patrolling （巡逻） bus routes in cars or
49、 on foot. During visits with drivers, Transit Police either ride along or they step on board to greet drivers and passengers. Sometimes officers patrol out of uniform one could be on your next bus. The fare inspectors on Hiawatha light-rail trains areTransit Police officers. Every new Public Transit
50、 bus has an onboard security camera. Videotapes from these cameras help Transit Police identify and charge criminals. Downtown patrols built up in early 2002 have improved the quality of life for downtown residents and transit customers. Ten full-time police officers are assigned to the Minneapolis
51、and St. Paul downtown areas, to ensure public security. Downtown arrests have gone from 490 in April-September 2001 to 941 during the same period in 2002. 36. The responsibility of the police force of Public Transit is to _. A) enhance public security B) build a free transit system C) control the nu
52、mber of riders D) ensure a convenient transit system 37. Sometimes patrolling officers on because _. A) they look like fare inspectors B) they don t wear uniform C) they are polite to passengers D) they often take a back seat 38. The purpose of installing a camera inside the new buses is to _. A) ke
53、ep a close watch over the road ahead B) take pictures of the passengers on board C) increase the efficiency of the transit system D) help the transit police detect criminals 39. Two figures are mentioned in the last paragraph to indicate _. A) the Public Transit systems efficiency B) the success of
54、Transit Police program C) the polices emphasis on security of downtown areas D) the worsening security condition of the area 40. The best title for the passage might be _. A) Police and Security B) New Security Measures C) Transit Police Security Program 精选文档8 D) Crime-free Public Transit System Tas
55、k 2 Directions: This task is the same as Task 1. The 5 questions or unfinished statements are numbered 41 to 45. The White House is the most visited residence in the world. Tours may be scheduled through our Washington DC office. Due to security and scheduling procedures, there are a few things you
56、should know before requesting a tour: ? Only groups of 10 or more may request a tour. ? Requests must be submitted with a minimum of one months advance notice from the date of the tour. Notice of whether your application is accepted will be given 10 days prior to the date requested. All tours, even
57、after they have been confirmed, are subject to cancellation due to security interests. ? Tours are only conducted Tuesday through Saturday from 7:30 am to 11:30 am. To process your request for a tour, please contact our Washington office at (202) 224-5521 and provide the following information: ? Dat
58、e(s) requesting. ? Security information for each person in your party, including: name as it appears on I.D. (I.D. required for ages 14 and up), date of birth, social security number, country of origin, and citizenship ( 公民的身份 ). ? A home address and daytime and evening phone numbers for the designa
59、ted (指派的 ) leader of the group. ? A contact number while in DC for the designated leader of the group. After your request is , our office will contact you with further instructions. 41. This notice is to provide information about _. A) scheduling of Washington DC tours B) the security system of the
60、White House C) application for a tour of the White House D) duties of a tour group leader 42. The White House is open to the public _. A) on weekdays only B) five days a week C) every other day D) on weekends only 43. Application for a group tour of the White House must be submitted _. A) exactly on
61、 the date of application B) at least 30 days in advance C) any day between Tuesday and Saturday D) 10 days before the date of the tour 44. After your tour request has been confirmed, _. A) it is still possible that your tour may be cancelled B) you are still allowed to change your visiting date C) y
62、ou can surely visit the White House that day D) it is necessary for you to start your tour immediately 45. It can be inferred from the passage that _. 精选文档9 A) teenagers under 14 are not allowed to visit the White House B) foreigners are less likely to be permitted to tour the White House C) separat
63、e tours can also be scheduled for individual visitors D) security is the chief concern in scheduling White House tours 答案： 36-40：DBDBC 41-45：CBBAD Melbourne ，with a population of over 3.5 million，is the second largest city in Australia. It is clean，safe，dynamic and exciting ，and well known internati
64、onally for its universities and other educational institutions. The city has well-planned tree-lined beautiful parks and gardens. It has a good transport system of roads， buses， trains， and trams(电车 ). The La Trobe University( 拉特罗布大学) campus is connected to the Central Business District by trams， ex
65、press buses，and bus and train connections. Melbourne is a culturally rich city，and is home to large communities of people from all parts of Europe， the Americas， Africa ， and Asia. The city is famous for its restaurants ， theatres， music，opera，ballet，art，culture，and shops ，and a lively and dynamic n
66、ightlife. Melbourne people are enthusiastic about sports，and the city hosts many famous international sports events. Near Melbourne there are beautiful coastlines with excellent beaches， national parks， forests，wineries( 葡萄酒厂 ) ，winter snowfields and summer resorts. The climate is temperate and comf
67、ortable ， with warm summers and cool winters. In summer ，maximum daytime temperatures range from 26 to 36， and in winter from 12 to 18.1he weather in Melbourne can be vari able from day to day. In 2002.Melbourne was rated the worlds best city to live in by the Economist Intelligence Unit. 36. Melbou
68、rne is well-known in the world for its_. A) large population B) educational institutions C) transport system D) beautiful parks and gardens 37.According to the passage，Melbourne is a city where_. A) rich people choose to live B) the best wine is produced C) various cultures exist D) Asian food is po
69、pular 38. Melbourne people are very interested in_. A) sports B) sunbathing C) sightseeing D) traveling 39. The word temperate in the sentence “The climate is temperate ”(Line 10) ，most probably means _. A) hot B) mild C) dry D) cold 精选文档10 40. The best title for the passage might be_. A) An Ideal P
70、lace for Shopping B) A City with the Best Climate C) The World s Best City to Live in D) The World s Most Beautiful City Task 2 Directions: This task is the same as Task 1. The 5 questions or unfinished statements are numbered 41 to 45. Terms and Conditions of Employment These terms and conditions s
71、hould be read before you sign your contract. Salary： Your starting salary is ：$15，000.This is reviewed annually. Hours： work are eight hours a day，Monday through Friday. You will start work on Feb.21，2008.On the first morning ，report to your line manager John Knight. Health and safety ：Please read t
72、he safety regulations attached. If you have any questions，contact the health and safety officer ，whose name is at the top of the regulation sheet. If you have health problems，please inform the Senior Nurse ，Chris Thomas. If you cannot work because of illness，please telephone the factory. Annual leav
73、e ： During your first year of e mployment you ale allowed twenty days leave. This should be arranged with your line manager. Overtime( 加班 ) ：If you work more than forty hours a week，you will be paid at the current overtime rate. Your line manager will keep a record of the overtime you work. If you w
74、ork on public holidays ， you will be paid at the current rates. If you prefer， time can be taken instead of extra pay for public holidays and overtime. Clothing ：The Supplies Department provides overalls( 工作服 ) .Inform Supplies of your size two days before you need them. You can also order any other
75、 equipment you need for your job from Supplies. 41. According to the contract ，the salary of the employee_. A) is paid weekly B) is adjusted every quarter C) is re-examined from year to year D) is fixed for the whole contract period 42. If employees have any health problem ，they should_. A) telephon
76、e the factory B) inform the Senior Nurse C) report to t11eir line manager D) contact the health and safety officer 43. The line manager is responsible for_. A) giving a pay raise B) signing a contract C) arranging annual leave D) helping with personal affairs 44. If employees work on public holidays
77、 ，usually they will get_. A) extra days off B) extra money 精选文档11 C) a pay raise D) paid holidays 45. When they need overalls for their job ，employees should inform the Supplies Department of_. A) the size B) the color C) the style D) the quantity 答案： 36-40:BCABC 41-45:CBCBA Everybody telecommuting(
78、 远程办公 ) .“ It won t work in most jobs ”，“ It costs too much” ，“ It reduces air pollution”，“ It helps people balance family and work responsibilities”，and “ Most people are doing it” . In reality researchers continue to find strong growth and acceptance of telecommuting. Nearly two-thirds of the top
79、1000 companies in the world have a telecommuting program， and 92 percent say it reduces cost and improves worker productivity( 生产力 ) .The days of everyone commuting to the office five days a week are quickly disappearing. Telecommuting involves a non-traditional work arrangement enabling workers to
80、work at home or elsewhere， some or all of the time. This is not a new ， novel， or untested way of working. But is it for you? Telecommuting is not a panacea(万能药 ) .Whether you are a manager ，or an HR(Human Resources) specialist ，there are decisions to make and actions to take before you begin a tele
81、commuting arrangement. Join us for any or all of the following meetings to get answers，information ，and resources to develop and carry out a successful telecommuting arrangement. Each meeting offers you an informative presentation followed by the opportunity for a discussion with a panel of “ expert
82、s” who have made telecommuting work for them. 36. How do people look at telecommuting according to the first paragraph? A) They are against it. B) They don t care about it. C) They share the same view. D) They differ in their opinions. 37. According to the response of most of the top 1000 companies,
83、 telecommuting_. A) increases worker productivity B) will disappear in the near future C) cannot be accepted by the public D) is practiced in all the top companies 38. Which of the following statements is TRUE of telecommuting? A) It is up to the employees to accept it or not. B) It is getting popul
84、ar in different companies. C) It is a new untested way of working. D) It is a traditional work arrangement. 39. Before beginning a telecommuting arrangement ，the management should_. A) appoint a new HR specialist B) provide the facilities and conditions C) improve the companys productivity first 精选文
85、档12 D) decide whether it is suitable for the company 40. According to the last paragraph ，meetings are held to_. A) appreciate the efforts of the telecommuting companies B) discuss the employment of telecommuting experts C) help introduce the practice of telecommuting D) train people before Task 2 D
86、irections: This task is the same as Task 1. The 5 questions or unfinished statements are numbered 41 to 45. RockwatchThe Best Club on Earth If you are a young person and interested in geology( 地质学 ) ， then Rockwatch is the club for you. When You Join New memberships receive a Rockwatch Rox file each
87、. This has the information and top tips you will need to start enjoying geology. It s designed to serve as your own field notebook as well. In it you will find your：membership card full color mini-map thumbs up guide fact cards Rockwatch Magazine Our lively magazine is mailed to members three times
88、a year. They can read reports and news from around the world ， and articles on everything from diamonds to dinosaurs(恐龙 ) ，earthquakes to erosion(水土流失 ) . Rockwatch Events With each magazine you will receive a Rockwatch events calendar. Rocky activities suitable for families are listed and include r
89、oad shows and guided walks. The Rockwatch Rock Artist Are you an artist, or a photographer? This is your chance to become Rockwatch Rock Artist of the Year and win amazing prizes in Our annual competition. Special Offer Rockwatch members can have specially discounted Wildlife Watch membership. Watch
90、 is the biggest environmental action club for young people ，with 100 groups across the country. You can join both clubs together in the membership form. 41. New Rockwatch Rox Club members will obtain a special file when they_. A) do field work B) join the club C) buy a field notebook D) start studyi
91、ng geology 42. Rockwatch is a magazine telling about things related to_. A) geology B) agriculture C) politics D) economics 精选文档13 43. What activities are specially arranged for Rockwatch members interested in photography? A) Guided walks. B) Rocky activities. C) Yearly competitions. D) Academic wor
92、kshops. 44. When applying for Wildlife Watch membership ， a Rockwatch member Can enjoy_. A) free membership B) a special discount C) a Rock Artist prize D) guided road shows 45. You may join both Rockwatch and Wildlife Watch clubs by_. A) calling the two clubs B) providing references C) applying separately D) filling in one form 答案： 36-40：DABDC 41-45 ：BACBD
