The Curse of the Were-Rabbit(2005) is the first full-length feature film made by directors Nick Park and Steve Box with their amazing plasticine(粘土) characters Wallace and Gromit. It won an Oscar in 2006, and if you watch it, you’ll understand why. It’s an absolutely brilliant cartoon comedy.

Cheese-loving inventor Wallace and his brainy dog Gromit have started a company to protect the town’s vegetables from hungry rabbits. However, just before the annual Giant Vegetable Competition, an enormous rabbit begins terrorising the town. It is attacking all the vegetables and destroying everything in its path. The competition organizer, Lady Tottington, hires Wallace and Gromit to catch the monster alive. But they will have to find the were-rabbit before gun-crazy hunter Victor Quartermaine who is desperate to kill it.

The screenplay is witty and full of amusing visual jokes. As usual, the voice of Peter Sallis is absolutely perfect for the role of Wallace, and Gromit is so beautifully brought to life, he can express a huge range of emotions without saying a word. And both Helena Bonham-Carter, who plays the part of Lady Tottington, and Ralph Fiennes as Victor are really funny.

To sum up, The Curse of the Were-Rabbit is an amazing film which is suitable for both children and adults. If you liked Wallace and Gromit’s previous adventures and you appreciate the British sense of humour, you’ll love this film. Don’t miss it!

56．According to the film review, “monster” （paragraph B） refers to ______.

A．a gun-crazy hunter                              B．a scary rabbit  

C．a brainy dog                           D．a giant vegetable

57．Which of the following is a reason why the writer recommends the film?

A．It’s full of wit and humour.

B．Its characters show feelings without words.

C．It is an adventure film directed by Peter Sallis.

D．It is about the harmony between man and animals.

   People from every corner flooded into the streets that Christmas Eve. “Frosty the Snowman,” and “Jingle Bells”  __41___in stores; on the pavements, the street singers performed happily. Everyone, was  42  by someone else, delighted and cheerful. I was alone.

   As one of 8 kids of a Brazilian family, brought up in America's crowded apartment, I'd spent several years searching for aloneness. Now,   43  , at 27, a college student after the    44   with my girlfriend , every cell inside me wanted to be alone,   45   not at Christmas. My family had   46   to Brazil and my friends were   47   with their own lives. Dusk was approaching, and the fact that I had to return to my   48   home made me sad. Lights from windows blinked, and I hoped someone would   49   from one of those homes to invite me inside with a Christmas tree decorated with shiny fake snow and   50   presents.

At a market, I felt more   51   when people were buying lots of goods, which   52   the gifts we received as children in my mind . I missed my family and wanted to cry for wanting to be alone and for having achieved it.

Outside the church , a manger(小耶稣) had been set    53   . I stood with others watching the scene, some of them   54    themselves, praying. As I walked home, I realized that leaving Brazil was still a painful experience as I struggled with   55  I had become in 15 years in America. I'd mourned the   56   , but for the first time, I recognized what I’d gained. I was independent,   57    and healthy. My life was still ahead, full of  58  .

Sometimes the best gift is the one that you give yourself. That Christmas, I gave myself   59   for what I'd obtained up to now and promise to go forward. It is the best gift I've ever got, the one that I most   60   .

41. A. shared                B. played                            C. served                      D. held

42. A. accompanied      B. employed                         C. attended                   D. supported

43. A. usually                B. extremely                        C. really                       D. eventually

44. A. breakup              B. date                                C. sympathy                 D. concern

45. A. so                      B. but                                  C. and                          D. or

46. A. moved                       B. slipped                            C. came                       D. returned

47. A. pleased               B. satisfied                           C. occupied                  D. bored

48. A. shabby                B. empty                             C. warm                       D. cozy

49. A. turn up               B. hang out                         C. go away                   D. break in

50. A. dealt                  B. discounted                       C. wrapped                   D. donated

51. A. tired                   B. nervous                           C. excited                     D. upset

52. A. reminded                 B. remained                       C. mentioned              D. introduced

53. A. down                 B. up                                  C. aside                        D. about

54. A. hugging              B. bowing                            C. crossing                   D. bending

55. A. how                   B. which                                    C. what                        D. that

56. A. cases                   B. limits                              C. losses                             D. worries

57. A. lonely                 B. educated                         C. shy                          D. wealthy

58. A. possibility           B. sight                               C. sadness                    D. hardship111]

59. A. surprise              B. defeat                              C. prize                        D. credit

60. A. select                  B. value                               C. save                         D. Admit

President Arling has put his long awaited economic restructuring program before the Congress. It provides a coordinated program of investment credits, research grants, education reforms, and tax changes designed to make American industry more competitive. This is necessary to reverse the economic slide into unemployment, lack of growth, and trade deficits that have tortured the economy for the past six years.
   The most liberal wing of the President’s party has called for stronger and more direct action. They want an incomes policy to check inflation while federal financing helps rebuild industry behind a wall of protective tariffs.
   The Republicans, however, condemn even the modest, graduated tax increases in the President’s program. They want tax cuts and more open market. They say if federal money has to be injected into the economy, let it through defence spending.
   Both these alternatives ignore the unique nature of the economic problem before us. It is not simply a matter of markets or financing. The new technology allows vastly increased production for those able to master it. But it also threatens those who fail to adopt it with permanent second-class citizenship in the world economy. If an industry cannot lever itself up to the leading stage of technological advances, then it will not be able to compete effectively. If it cannot do this, no amount of government protectionism or access to foreign markets can keep it profitable for long. Without the profits and experience of technological excellence to reinvest, that industry can only fall still further behind its foreign competitors.
   So the key is the technology and that is where the President’s program focused. The danger is not that a plan will not be passed; it is that the theorists of right and left will misunderstand the bill with amendments that will pollute its focus on technology. The economic restructuring plan should be passed intact. If we fail to restructure our economy now, we may not get a second chance.
63. The focus of the President’s program is on _______.
  A. investment        B. economy      C. technology        D. tax.
64. What is the requirement of the most liberal wing of the Democratic-party?
  A. They want a more direct action.       B. They want an incomes policy to check inflation.
  C. They want to rebuild industry.         D. They want a wall of protective tariffs.
65. What is the editor’s attitude?
  A. Support           B. Distaste.      C. Disapproval.       D. Compromise.
66. The passage is _______.
  A. a review          B. a preface      C. an advertisement    D. an editorial.
 

 John had planned to make a compromise, but ___________ he changed his mind at the last minute.

A. anyhow B. otherwise C. therefore D. somehow

 Robson strongly ______ the terms of the contract.

A. objected                     B. disagreed                  C. agreed about             D. objected to

 —These grapes look really beautiful.

   —They _______! See the price $3.99 a pound. Very expensive, aren’t they!

   A. might B. could    C. would    D. should

One morning more than thirty years ago, I entered the Track Kitchen,a restaurant where everyone from the humblest(卑微的) to the most powerful came for breakfast. I noticed an empty chair next to an elderly, unshaven man, who looked somewhat disheveled. He was wearing a worn-out hat and was alone. I asked if I might join him. He agreed quietly and I sat down to have my breakfast.

    We cautiously began a conversation and spoke about a wide rang of things. We never introduced ourselves. I was concerned that he might have no money and not be able to afford something to eat. So as I rose to go back to the counter and buy a second cup of coffee, I asked,

    “May I get you something ?”

    “A coffee would be nice.”

    Then I bought him a cup of coffee, We talked more, and he accepted another cup of coffee, Finally, I rose to leave, wished him well, and headed for the exit. At the door I met one of my friends. He asked,

    “How did you get to know Mr. Galbreath ?”

    “Who?”

    “The man you were sitting with. He is chairman of the Board of Churchill Downs.”

    I could hardly believe it. I was buying, offering a free breakfast, and feeling pity for one of the world’s richest and most powerful men!

    My few minutes with Mr. Galbreath changed my life. Now I try to treat everyone with respect, no matter who I think they are, and no matter another human being with kindness and sincerity.

29. What does the underlined word “disheveled” mean?

   A. Unfriendly.         B. Untidy.         C. Gentle.         D. Kind.

30. The author bought coffee for the old man because     

   A. he thought the old man was poor

   B. he wanted to start a conversation

   C. he intended to show his politeness

   D. he would like to thank the old man

31. What is the message mainly expressed in the story?

   A. We should learn to be generous.

   B. It is honorable to help those in need.

   C. People in high positions are not like what we expect.

   D. We should avoid judging people by their appearances.

Wanted, Someone for FM 90.8

We’re looking for a radio announcer to join us on Anhui Transportation Broadcasting FM 90.8. Broadcasting and hosting major is necessary, along with some experience in radio and music. Please apply in writing to Anhui Radio and TV Station.

Father Christmas

We’re looking for a very special person, preferably over 40, to fill our Father Christmas suit.

Working days: Every Saturday and Sunday from December 11 to December 20 and every day from December 21 to December 25, 14∶30－20∶00.

Excellent pay.

Please contact Yurun Central Square, Changjiang Road.

Accountants Assistant

When you join the team in our Social Security Administration Office, you will be providing assistance within all parts of the Office, dealing with post and other general duties. If you are educated in a 211 University we would like to talk to you. This position is equally suitable for a school leaver or for somebody who has office experience.

Social Security Administration Office

Software Trainer

If you are aged 22-48 and have experience in teaching and training, you could be the person we are looking for. You should be good at the computer and have some experience in programme writing. You will be allowed to make your own decisions, and to design courses as well as present them. Pay upwards of ￥8,000 for the right person. Please apply by sending your CV to Mrs. Huang, Huanghe Computer Training Center.

21. Who should you get in touch with if you hope to work in a radio station?

A. Yurun Central Square.

B. Mrs. Huang, Huanghe Computer Training Center.

C. Anhui Radio and TV Station.

D. Social Security Administration Office.

22. We learn from the ads that Yurun Central Square needs a person who________.

A. is aged between 22 and 48

B. needs to do some training work

C. should deal with general duties

D. can work for about a fortnight

23. Which position is open to recent school graduates?

A. Accountants Assistant.                           B. Father Christmas.

C. Radio announcer.                                  D. Software Trainer.

24. What kind of person would probably apply to Huanghe Computer Training Center?

A. One graduating from a 211 university.

B. One with some office experience.

C. One having good computer knowledge.

D. One with experience in radio and music.

Here are some themed attractions inside this Disneyland Park that all have something to offer.

Mickey Avenue

Once you entered the Disneyland Park, Mickey Mouse and his friends gather along the street welcoming you. This place is also a busy bazaar where tourists can select varieties of goods and enjoy tasty snacks while wandering around.

Gardens of Imagination

It is the first garden-designed Disney park in the world, with bridges and paths connecting seven themed areas. Chinese Zodiac Mural (生肖壁画) in the Garden of the Twelve Friends turn the movie figures into twelve animal signs. Guests can try to find their own zodiac sign on the wall and take photos with it.

Adventure Isle

Adventure Isle takes visitors into a newfound ancient tribe(部落). Drifting down the river on the rafts, you will pass through unknown places and rush into the dark caves, meeting the huge mysterious monsters.

Tomorrowland

The carefully designed Tomorrowland presents endless possibilities of the future. Using high tech, this park is like the settings of science fiction movies. The shooting program, “Buzz lightyear Planet rescue”, gives visitors a mission to save the world.

Admission Fee

Note:

Children between 1 and 1.4 meters tall and seniors aged over 65 can enjoy a 25% discount on the ticket price.

1. What does the underlined word “bazaar” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?

A. club    B. market

C. agency    D. cottage

2. Where should you go if you’re interested in traditional Chinese culture?

A. Tomorrowland            B. Mickey Avenue

C. Gardens of Imagination.    D. Adventure Isle

3. How much is the admission for a young couple and their son (1.2m) on Sunday?

A. CNY998 .        B. CNY1,122.75 .

C. CNY1,322.35 .    D. CNY1,372.25 .

    In the summer vacation of 1997, I was fixed with a job. I worked as a(n) ___21___ at Mr. Breen's fruit shop. The fruit shop did __22___ business. Most of the trade came from the housewives who lived in the neighborhood, ___23___ he also had regular customers who arrived outside the shop in cars. Mr. Breen ___24___ them all by name and they sometimes even had their order already made up, always __25__ me to carry it out to their car. They were clearly long-tanding customers, and I  ___26___ they must have stayed faithful to him  __27___ he had promised to sell good quality  __28___. He had a way with them—I had to ___29___ that. He called every woman “madam” for a start, __30___ those who clearly were not, but when he __31_ it, it did not sound like flattery(奉承). It just sounded ___32___ in an old-fashioned way. He was a great chatter ___33___. If he did not know them, he would greet them with a few ___34___ about the weather, ___35__ he did, he would ask about their families or make __36___, always cutting his cloth ___37___ his customers. Whatever their bills came to, be ___38___ gave them back the few odd pence(零钱), and I am sure they thought he was very generous(慷慨). But I thought he was the opposite. He never __39__ anything away. He was always looking for ___40___ for nothing.

21. A. operator  B. assistant  C. waiter   D. secretary

22. A. good  B. poor   C. big   D. usual

23. A. so  B. when  C. therefore  D. but

24. A. sold  B. knew   C. gave   D. sent

25. A. making  B. letting   C. getting  D. keeping

26. A. wish  B. insist   C. declare  D. suppose

27. A. when  B. if   C. because  D. though

28. A. food  B. fruit   C. vegetables  D. drink

29. A. admit  B. expect   C. announce  D. promise

30. A. yet   B. only   C. just   D. even

31. A. told  B. said   C. spoke   D. talked

32. A. serious  B. strange  C. polite   D. familiar

33. A. as well  B. as usual  C. either   D. also

34. A. sayings  B. questions  C. words   D. speeches

35. A. and then  B. and so   C. even if   D. but if

36. A. preparations  B. jokes   C. repairs  D. friends

37. A. according to  B. due to   C. instead of  D. up to

38. A. never  B. ever   C. seldom  D. always

39. A. took  B. moved   C. threw   D. turned

40. A. something  B. anything  C. somebody  D. anybody

 My parents and I are flying to London for a holiday and I'll_______ the chance to practice my spoken English.

  A. come up with     B. make use of   C. get along with   D. get tired of

In 1693 the philosopher John Locke warned that children should not be given too much “unhealthy fruit” to eat. Three centuries later, misguided ideas about child-raising are still popular. Many parents fear that their children will die unless ceaselessly watched. In America the law can be equally paranoid (偏执的). In South Carolina this month Debra Harrell was jailed for letting her 9-year-old daughter play in a park unsupervised (无人监督的). 

Her severe punishment reflects the rich world’s worry about parenting. By most objective measures, modern parents are far more conscientious (认真的) than previous generations. Dads are more hands-on than their fathers were, and working mothers spend more time nurturing their children than the housewives of the 1960s did. However, there are two problems in this picture, connected to class. One is at the lower end. Even if poor parents spend more time with their children than they once did, they spend less than rich parents do. America is a laggard here: its government spends abundantly on school-age kids but much less than other rich countries on the first two or three years of life. If America did more to help poor parents with young children, it would have huge returns. 

 The second one, occurs at the other end of the income scale, and may even apply to otherwise rational (理性的) Economist readers: well-educated, rich parents try to do too much. Safety is part of it—they fear that if they are not constantly watching their children may break their necks, which is the least rational. Despite the impression you get from watching crime dramas, children in rich countries are safe, so long as they look both ways before crossing

the road. The other popular parental fear—that your children might not get into an Ivy League college—is more rational. Academic success matters more than ever before. But beyond a certain point, parenting makes less difference than many parents imagine. Studies in Minnesota and Sweden, for example, found that identical twins grew up equally intelligent whether they were raised together or apart. A study in Colorado found that children that adopted and raised by brainy parents ended up no brainier than those adopted by average parents.

 This doesn’t mean that parenting is irrelevant. The families who adopt children are carefully screened, so they tend to be warm, capable and middle-class. But the twin and adoption studies indicate that any child given a loving home and adequate stimulation is likely to fulfill her potential. Put another way, better-off parents can afford to relax a bit. And if you are less stressed, your children will appreciate it, even if you still make them eat their fruit and vegetables.

32.Which of the following statements is NOT a misguided idea of parenting mentioned in the passage?

A. Children should be protected from any dangers by their parents

B. The more conscientious parents are, the more children will surely benefit from parenting

C. Children will die unless ceaselessly watched

D. Children are likely to fulfill their potential with a loving home and adequate stimulation

33.The underlined word “laggard” in Paragraph 2 probably means a country that __________.

A. is ahead in development                  B. falls slow behind others

C. is free from physical or mental disorder   D. moves to a higher position 

34.Which of the following can we learn from the passage? 

A. Only warm, capable and middle-class people can adopt a child.

B. When it comes to child-raising, Economist readers will become more rational.

C. Children in rich countries are in greater danger due to the bad influence of crime dramas.

D. Although poor parents spend more time with their kids than they once did, they spend less than rich    parents do.

35.This passage is mainly written to __________.

A. urge American laws concerning parenting to be changed

B. advise modern parents to learn from their previous generations  

C. persuade stressed parents to learn to relax and give more freedom to their children

D. call on the government to do more to help poor parents with school-age children

Here are some ways to help you have a happier and more successful life:

___16．__ .Instead of saying, “Why is this happening to me?” you say, “What can I learn from this?” Trust that anything difficult in life is temporary. Then life will get better. __17_. Without life’s challenges, we would never know what we are truly made of. Therefore, we become stronger and more confident in the process.

_18．_ . It actually works! Don’t say it doesn’t work until you’ve tried it. We all have a blueprint for our lives and making plans will help us realize it.

Take care of people around you honestly. __19．_. If you truly care about your friends, family or someone else, they’ll stick with you through high and low because they know you care about them.

Refuse to compare your progress with others. It will only serve to destroy your confidence. Everyone is at different stages in their lives. If you understand that you’re right where you’re supposed to be, then it won’t matter what others are doing. You are unique with special qualities, talents, skills and so on. ____20．__.

A. Pay attention to your imagination.

B. The power of making plans cannot be ignored.

C. Try to learn from the difficult situations you meet.

D. Everything you’ve experienced has been in preparation.

E. There is no one like you, so how can you compare yourself to others?

F. It is through the toughest times we learn what we’re capable of doing.

G. People can see right through you and can feel whether you’re honest or not.

 A young woman is presented       an award because she saved the baby falling off a high building.

A. to                   B. of                     C. for                          D. with

Yesterday, Jane walked away from the discussion. Otherwise, she ______something she would regret later.

  A. had said        B. said                          C. might say                D. might have said

Blind imitation is self-destruction. To those who do not recognize their own unique worth, imitation appears attractive; to those who know their strength, imitation is unacceptable.

In the early stages of skill or character development, imitation is helpful. When I first learned to cook, I used recipes and turned out some tasty dishes. But soon I grew bored. Why follow someone else’s way of cooking when I could create my own? Imitating role models is like using training wheels on a child’s bicycle; they help you get going, but once you find your own balance, you fly faster and farther without relying on them.  

In daily life, imitation can hurt us if we subconsciously (下意识地）hold poor role models. If, as a child, you observed people whose lives were bad, you may have accepted their fear and pain as normal and gone on to follow what they did. If you do not make strong choices for yourself, you will get the results of the weak choices of others.

In the field of entertainment, our culture praises and admires celebrities. Those stars look great on screen. But when they step off screen, their personal lives may be disastrous. If you are going to follow someone, focus on their talent, not their bad character or unacceptable behaviors.

Blessed is the person willing to act on their sudden desire to create something unique. Think of the movies, books, teachers, and friends that have affected you most deeply. They touched you because their creations were motivated by inspiration not desperation. The world is changed not by those who do what has been done before them, but by those who do what has been done inside them. Creative people have an endless resource of ideas. The problem a creator faces is not running out of material; it is what to do with the material knocking at the door of imagination.

Study your role models, accept the gifts they have given, and leave behind what does not serve you. Then you can say, “I stand on the shoulders of my ancestors’ tragedies and declare victory, and know that they are cheering me on.”

28. Imitation proves useful when you_______.

A. know you are unique                            B. lose the balance of life

C. begin to learn something new                      D. get tired of routine practice

29. To avoid the bad result of imitation, we should_______.

A. forget daily fear and pain               B. choose the right role models

C. ask others for decisions                 D. stay away from stars

30. According to the author, the world moves on because of those who are_______.

A. desperate to influence others with their knowledge

B. ready to turn their original ideas into reality

C. eager to discover what their ancestors did

D. willing to accept others’ ideas

31. What is the author's purpose in writing this passage?

A. To highlight the importance of creativity.

B. To criticize the characters of role models.

C. To compare imitation with creation.

D. To explain the meaning of success.

It was a warm evening and David Fajgenbaum，the 18­year­old freshman had just finished his first football practice at Georgetown University. He __41__ his parents，letting them know how well things were going.__42__，in a soft voice，his father said，“Son，your mom has brain cancer.”

“I went from being happier than I'd ever been to total __43__，”says David. Rushing home，he __44__ he was dropping out of college to support his mother through her illness. But Anna Marie Fajgenbaum，just 52 years old，__45__ her son return to Georgetown.

David threw himself into his studies and grew increasingly __46__，feeling he was the only person on campus with a __47__ parent. One October evening when David was home visiting，Anna Marie woke up __48__.She was anxious about David and his two sisters.

“Mom，I'm going to be __49__，”David assured her. “And I'm going to help other kids cope with __50__.”A smile spread __51__ his mother's face. He __52__ a support group called Ailing Mothers and Fathers—based on his mom's initials，AMF.

__53__ Anna Marie died later that month，David started hearing from friends who'd never even known his mom was __54__.Some had gone through the same experience. He invited five students who'd lost __55__ or friends to his apartment to talk. They __56__ to meet every other week and __57__ what they were going through. They participated in the Ironman 10K for cancer research，walked to battle ALS，and ran to __58__ lung cancer.

Now the support group has 2000 __59__  on 23 campuses. “This organization，”says David，“is about one thing：being there for one another.__60__ I see those initials，AMF，I see my mom. I know she would like that.”

41．A．called        B．visited           C．amazed         D．challenged

42．A．Firstly        B．Finally          C．Silently         D．Generally

43．A．failure        B．embarrassment    C．shock          D． awareness

44．A．demanded     B．concluded        C．promised       D．announced

45．A．insisted       B．suggested        C．recommended    D．preferred

46．A．annoyed      B．confused         C．isolated         D．pressed

47．A．sick          B．cruel            C．strict           D．single

48．A．laughing      B．weeping          C．lying           D．walking

49．A．crazy         B．upset            C．curious         D．okay

50．A．loneliness    B．panic            C．loss            D．puzzle

51．A．across       B．beyond           C．in             D．from

52．A．tried on      B．decided on        C．carried on       D．acted on

53．A．Although     B．Until            C．Since           D．When

54．A．serious       B．anxious          C．ill             D．awful

55．A．fathers       B．relatives          C．mothers        D．teachers

56．A．agreed       B．chose            C．refused         D．struggled

57．A．debate       B．share             C．consult         D．discover

58．A．predict       B．survive           C．defeat          D．prevent

59．A．assistants     B．candidates        C．applicants       D．participants

60．A．By the time   B．Every time        C．Next time       D．The first time

 At present, the government must be very      about setting policies for the economical crisis and make no decision until they are quite sure it is the right one.

  A. particular             B. concerned               C. cautious                    D. alternative