industrial, or agricultural purposes, it is not destroyed, but generally finds its way back into our water supply. This used water now carries some waste materials. These dirty waters are often dumped into large bodies of water or are disposed of on land. In the latter instance, evaporation concentrates some of the wastes on the soil surface. On the other hand, water moving through the soil will eventually carry some of the wastes down into the ground water supplies. Eventually, all water evaporates and later returns to the earth as rain or snow in a relatively purer state.
Through this never-ending cycle, there is just as much water in this country now as there ever was. The amount, however, does not increase. Our rapid population growth and our agricultural and industrial expansion have caused our water needs to soar. By withdrawing water from streams too quickly, we have in some instances upset the balance of nature’s built-in renewal processes for conserving water. As a result, some of our streams and lakes have become “wet deserts.” There is still plenty of water in them, but its water is so polluted that it supports almost no life at all. 61. The passage is mainly about_____. A. water resources of the United States B. the renewal processes of water in mature C. the importance of water conservation D. water pollution in America
62. The word “drought” in the sentence “First, the periods of drought---ground water supplies.” most probably means_____. A. catastrophe of too much rain B. danger of running out of water C. calamity dry weather
D. damage caused by typhoon 63. Water is relatively purer in_____. A. fast moving streams and rivers B. underground water supplies C. mountainous areas D. rain and snow
64. When the author says that lakes have become “wet deserts”._____ A. he is being angry B. he is being optimistic C. he is being sad
D. he is being humorous
65. It is implied in the passage that______ A. water can be polluted by deserts
B. there are many water conservation programs in America C. water keeps evaporating from the earth’s surface D. water is not polluted by waste materials
Passage 4
Man is a land animal, but he is also closely tied to the sea. Throughout history the sea has served the needs of man. The sea has provided man with food and a convenient way to travel to many parts of the world. Today, nearly two-thirds of the
world’s population lives within 80 kilometers of the sea coast.
In the modern technological world, the sea offers many resources to help mankind survive (=continue to live). Resources on land are beginning to be used up. The sea, however, still can be hoped to supply many of man’s needs.
The list of riches of the sea yet to be developed by man’s technology is impressive. Oil and gas explorations have been carried out for nearly 30 years. Valuable amounts of minerals exist on the ocean floor ready to be mined.
Fish farming promises to be a good way to produce large quantities of food. The culture of fish and shellfish is an ancient skill practiced in the past mainly by Oriental people.
Besides oil and gas, the sea may offer new sources of energy. Experts believe that the warm temperature of the ocean can be used in a way similar to the steam in a steamship. Ocean currents and waves offer possible use as a source of energy.
Technology is enabling man to explore ever more deeply under the sea. The development of strong, new materials has made this possible.
The technology to harvest the sea continues to improve. Experts believe that by the year 2000 the problems that prevent us from exploiting fully the food, minerals, and energy sources of the sea will be largely solved. 66. What is the beat title for the passage? A. Needs of Man. B. Sea Harvest and Food
C. Sea and Sources of Energy D. Sea Exploring Technology.
67. It can be inferred from the passage that ______.
A. man hasn't completely made use of the riches of the sea B. technology for exploring the sea has been solved C. harvesting rice in the sea will be made possible D. in the near future man can live on the ocean floor
68. Why does the author mention a steamship in paragraph 5?
A. To illustrate that man can make use of sources of energy from the sea. B. To show that a steamship is better than other kinds of ships. C. To argue that man should use steamships.
D. To indicate that it is warmer in the ocean than on land.
69. According to the author, technology is important because ______. A. resources on land are running short in ten years B. man can use it to explore the deeper sea C. it is a lot of fun diving into the sea
D. ancient people used it to explore the sea
70. According to the author, when will the problems to explore the deeper sea largely be solved?
A. In the next generation. B. At the end of the 20th century.
C. In the near future. D. By the middle of the 21st century.
Passage 5
Valentine’s Day had arrived and like every other day of the year, I was very busy.
My romantic husband, Roy, planned a date like we had never had before. A reservation at an expensive restaurant was made. A beautifully wrapped present had been sitting on my dresser for a few days prior to the holiday.
After a hard day at work, I hurried home. When my sweetheart arrived, I was dressed in my finest outfit and ready to go. He hugged me, just as the baby-sitter arrived. We were both excited.
Unfortunately, the littlest member in our household wasn’t so happy.
“Daddy, you were going to take me to buy Mamma a present,” Becky, my eight-year-old daughter said sadly.
Roy looked at his watch and realized we had to leave right away. He didn’t even have a few minutes to take her to the corner shop, to buy a heart-shaped box of chocolates.
“I’m sorry, I was late getting home, honey,” he said. “That’s OK,” Becky replied. “I understand.”
The entire evening was bittersweet. 76. I couldn’t help being concerned about the disappointment in Becky’s eyes. I remembered how the joyful Valentine’s Day glow had left her face, just before the door closed behind us. She wanted me to know how much she loved me.
Today, I can’t remember what was wrapped in that beautiful box, which I had been given earlier, but I’ll never forget the special gift, which I received when we arrived back home.
Becky was asleep on the couch, holding a box. When I kissed her cheek, she awoke, “I’ve got something for you, Mamma,” she said, as a giant smile covered her tiny face.
The little box was wrapped in newspaper, as I tore the paper off and opened the box, I found the sweetest Valentine gift that I have ever received.
After Roy and I left for our date, Becky got busy. She searched my fabric and sewing box, stitched the words “ I Love Ya” on a piece of red fabric, cut the fabric in the shape of a heart, stitched the two pieces together, decorated it with lace and stuffed it with cotton. It was a heart-shaped pillow, filled with love, which I’ll cherish forever.
My wonderful Valentine gift has a special place in my bedroom today, some thirteen years later. It has helped me through several sleepless nights since she left home for college. I not only cherish the gift, but the memory, as well.
I know that I am a very lucky mother, indeed, to have such a wonderful little girl. As long as I live, there will never be another Valentine’s Day which will be any more special to me.
71.. How did the author plan to spend Valentine’s Day?
A. To stay at work for she was always busy. B. To have a big family dinner.
C. To dine in an expensive restaurant with her husband. D. To celebrate the day alone.
72. How did Becky feel when she knew her father had no time to take her to buy her mother a
gift?
A. She was sad and cried.
B. She was disappointed but understanding.
C. She was happy to be together with the babysitter. D. She was lonely and frightened.
73. What gift did the author get when she got home that night?
A. a beautifully wrapped box.
B. a self-made box wrapped in newspaper. C. a self-made heart-shaped pillow.
D. a red heart-shaped pillow bought in the store.
74. What did the author think of the gift given by her daughter?
A. It was the most memorable gift that she’d ever got on Valentine’s Day. B. It was no better than the gift from her husband. C. It was as good as the gift given by her husband. D. It was no different from any other gifts. 75. What can be inferred from the passage?
A. Valentine’s Day is a time for lovers only.
B. This Valentine’s Day deepened the love between husband and wife. C. The author felt proud and grateful to have a romantic husband.
D. The author felt the happiest that night to have such a loving daughter.
Passage 6
The average North American driver travels 12,000 miles per year. In order to get the maximum life out of an automobile, you must provide it with proper maintenance. Proper maintenance can reduce air pollution, extend the value of the vehicle, save on fuel bills, prevent breakdowns, and lead to better performance.
You should change the oil in all of your vehicles every 3,000 miles. Whenever you change the oil you can also change the oil filter. Oil filter remove dirt and debris (废物，垃圾) from oil. As the car runs the oil filter will become clogged with excess debris from the oil. In order for an engine to run, it also requires air. This air must be filtered to stop dirt from damaging the engine. Every time you change the vehicle’s oil you should inspect the car for any unexpected wear and tear.
Due to the performance and the sheer heat of combustion car engine become very hot. Anti-freeze(防腐剂，抗凝剂) is used as a coolant for your vehicle system. This coolant should be replaced every two years. By doing that you extent the life of your radiator (散热器). Other fluids that require maintenance at 60,000 miles include brake fluid, and power steering fluid.
The use of properly inflated and well maintained tires is critical. The tire that holds the car to the road is your first line of safety. Tires usually have a expectancy(寿命) which dictated by the manufacturer. It is recommended that you follow this life expectancy which usually averages 30,000 miles.
A vehicle should be driven properly by no exerting extra stress. Extra stress can lead to overheating. Overheating is the prime cause of premature life of belts,
gaskets(密封垫), hoses, and seals. If any of these parts become a problem it is a much better idea to replace the part than to repair it.
76. On average, how many times a year should a North American driver changes their oil? ______
A. 4 B. 5 C. 3 D.9
77. How often should you inspect your car for internal damage? ______ A. Once a year B. Twice a year
C. Four times a year D. Three times a year 78. What fluid helps stabilize the temperature of your car? ______
A. Brake fluid B. Power steering fluid C. Transmission fluid D. Antifreeze
79. How can driving excessive speeds damage your automobile internally? ______ A. They premature life of automobile parts and devices. B. They burn the tires.
C. They extend the life expectancy of radiator. D. They clog the oil filter.
80. Following manufacturers guidelines, after how many oil changes would you expect the basic tire needs to be replaced? ______
A. 5 B.8 C. 9 D.10
III. Translation
Direction: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words and
phrases given in brackets.
1. 我们以为她不喜欢我们，然而事实是因为她很害羞。（whereas） 2. 考虑到我们付的价钱，这顿饭很令人失望。（considering） 3. 我还记得第一次见到他的那一刻。（the moment when） 4.随着经济的发展，人们的生活水平有所提高。（along with） 5. 除了画画，他最喜欢的就是唱歌了。（next to ） 6. 在牛奶里面加些糖吧。（add…to…） 7. 我们应该更多的关注坏境问题。（focus on ）
8. 政府应该把保障下岗工人的基本生活需要纳入考虑范围。（take… into
consideration）
9.他们被阻止加入该俱乐部。（block from） 10. 换个工作是唯一的解决办法。（the way out） 11. 警方花了一年多的时间才追捕到罪犯。（track down） 12. 好几个月后我才终于明白了真相。（dawn on） 13. 报纸的大标题引起了他的注意。（catch one’s attention） 14. 面试进行顺利，尽管还有其他三个候选人，工作还是给了他。（despite the fact that）
15. 好多方面你都跟你爸爸很接近。（in many ways）
IV. Writing
Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a composition on the given topic. You should write at least 80 words and base your composition on the Chinese outline below.
Online Shopping
1．现在网上购物已成为一种时尚 2．网上购物有很多好处，但也有不少问题 3．我的建议
Reading Selectively or Extensively
1.有人喜欢有选择性的读书，有人喜欢泛泛而读 2.你赞成那种读书方式
Recreational Activities
娱乐活动可能使人们受益，也可能有危害性 我的看法
附件：参考答案
I. Vocabulary and Structure
1-5 ABACB 6-10 DBCCB 11-15 ADCAB 16-20 CDABA 21-25 BBDDA 26-30 DDBAD 31-35 CABAA 36-40 BBADC 41-45 BDBAB 46-50 DACAB
II. Reading Comprehension
51-55 CBDBB 56-60 CBCBA 61-65 CCDCC 66-70 CAABD 71-75 CBCAD 75-80 ACDAD
III Translation （略）
IV. Writing （略）