Many experts say that Billy Wilder changed the history of American movies. He is often called the best movie maker Hollywood has ever had．
He was known for making movies that offered sharp social comment．Wilder was one of the first directors to do this．Between the middle l930s and the l980s，Billy Wilder made almost fifty movies．During that time he received more than twenty nominations(提名)from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences．He won six of the Oscar awards．His movies have been seen by people around the world．
In l944，Billy Wilder made the film Double Indemnity．Some critics said this movie established him as one of the greatest Hollywood directors．Wilder directed The Lost Weekend in 1945．Ray Milland plays the part of an alcoholic writer in the movie．It shows that alcohol rules his life，yet he does not admit it．He hides alcohol in his home and says he is not drinking．
In l950, Wilder made Sunset Boulevard．This movie told of an aging actress in silent movies．She plans to return to movies though facing many problems．In l954，Billy Wilder became an independent producer．The next year，Wilder’s first movie as an independent filmmaker was a huge success．It was The Seven Year Ihch．In this movie，a married man wants to cheat on his wife with some of his friends．In l959，Wilder made a funny movie that was very popular．It was Some Like It Hot．It tells about two jazz musicians being chased by criminals．They decide to wear women’s clothes and join a band in which all the musicians were women．
Wilder died in March，2002．He was ninety—five．A current Hollywood producer said：“Billy Wilder made movies that people will never forget．”
1．The text is mainly about ________
A．the background of American movies B．Wilder’s achievements in American movies
C．Wilder’s attitude to American movies D．the development of American movies
2．What was Wilder famous for according to Paragraph 2 ?
A．Sharp remarks on society in his movies． B．His unique style of making movies．
C. More than twenty awards he received. D. Almost fifty movies he produced himself．
3．Which of the following made Wilder among the greatest Hollywood directors?
A．The Lost weekend． B．Sunset Boulevard．
C．Double Indemnity． D．Some Like It Hot．
The new dictionaries are very useful, and they __________.
A. sell out B. had sold out
C. have been sold out D. sold out
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After school, I was about to enter into my apartment when I saw a little dirty dog lie beside the dustbin. He looked extremely weak. Immediately the homeless dog filled me of sympathy. So I decided to take him home. I gave him some food and a bath. After the bath he looked energy and refreshed. What a lovely dog!
When my parents got home, I asked that I could keep the dog. To my surprised and joy, they agreed. Up to now, he has become member of our family and everyone had enjoyed his company.
Looked at the cute, happy dog today, I realize that I was right to help him. I offered him a shelter but he has brought ourselves great happiness and laughter.
If you can’t wait until the summer for your sunshine fix，why not fly off on a winter break? Here are some great deals for all budgets．
1．ST LUCIA
The beachside resort(度假胜地)of St James’s Club in Morgan Bay is fairly quiet—the local market is nearly 5kin away—but it has six bars，six restaurants and four outdoor pools．There are plenty of watersports，you can travel through the rainforest，go on a jeep trip or enjoy dolphin-Spot-ting．Average temperature in March is 27℃．
THE DEAL：A seven-night stay with flights from Gatwick for 1，429pp．From March 1．
2．GOA
With an average February temperature of 26℃，scenic Goa makes for a warm winter get’away. In the village of Arpora，the Resorte Marinha Dourada is a 10-minute walk from the clear beach—the hotel provides transfers for guests．Alternatively，relax by the outdoor pool and have a drink at one of the hotel’s two bars．A visit to Arpora’s lively Saturday night market is also recommended．Go bird-watching，beating on the lake，or fishing．
THE DEAL：10 nights’bed and breakfast with flights from Manchester for 1，157pp．From February 18.
3．DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Bayahibe is a beautiful fishing village on the shores of the Caribbean and it is also the Dominican Republic’s premier scuba-diving destination．There are around 20 dive sites just off its coast. Enjoy golf，spas，watersports and large outdoor pools．If you simply want to relax，the．Catalonia Gran Dominicus hotel is right on a pure white sandy beach，complete with palm trees．With average February temperature of 28℃，it’s the perfect escape．
THE DEAL：A seven-night stay with Gatwick flights for 1，403pp．From February 20.
4．SOUTH AFRICA
February is summer in South Africa，with average temperatures in the mid-20s℃．If you fancy chilling out in the sunshine，the Southern Sun Waterfront hotel has a large outdoor poo1．But it is also in the heart of the city，which makes it easy to explore its many historic attractions．Take a cable car ride up Table Mountain，or a short boat trip to Robben Island，where Nelson Mandela was held prisoner．
THE DEAL：10 nights for 1，662pp，with Heathrow flights．From February 18.
21．If you are only available in March，which resort should you choose?
A．ST LUCIA B．GOA
C．DOMINICAN REPUBLIC D．SOUTH AFRICA
22．What’s the price for the deal including underwater exploration?
A．￡1，429pp． B．￡1，157pp．
C．￡1，403pp． D．￡1，662pp.
23．What do these resorts have in common?
A．The same average temperature． B．The outdoor pools.
C．The local markets． D．The clear beaches．
_____ everybody enjoys fresh cut flowers﹙插花﹚ around his house, few people know how to keep them for as long as possible.
A. Because B. Since C. While D. If
Teenagers _____ their health because they play computer games too much．
A．have damaged B．will damage C．damaged D．are damaging
A major source of teen stress is school exams, and test anxiety is not uncommon. When you recognize your teen is under stress, how can parents help your teen stay calm before an exam?
Be involved. Parents need to be involved in their teen’s work. 36 What they look for is your presence — to talk, to cry, or simply to sit with them quietly. Communicate openly with your teen. Encourage your teen to express her worries and fears, but don’t let them focus on those fears.
Help them get organized. 37 Together , you and your teen can work out a time—table in which she can study for what she knows will be on the test.
Provide a calm setting. Help your teen set up a quiet place to study and protect his privacy. Give them a nutritious diet. It is important for your teen to eat a healthy, balanced diet during exam times to focus and do her best. 38 If this happens, encourage your teen to eat light meals or sandwiches. A healthy diet, rather than junk food, is best for reducing stress.
39 Persuade your teenager to get some sleep and /or do something active when she needs a real break from studying. Making time for relaxation, fun, and exercise are all important in reducing stress. Help your teen balance her time so that she will feel comfortable taking time out from studying to spend time with friends or rest.
Show a positive attitude. 40 Your panic, anxiety and blame contribute to your teen’s pressure. Make your teen feel accepted and valued for her efforts. Most importantly, reassure your teen that things will be all right, no matter what the results are.
A. A parent’s attitude will affect their teen’s emotions.
B. Exam stress can make some teens lose their appetite.
C. They will only make the situation worse.
D. Encourage your teen to relax.
E. The best thing is simply to listen.
F. Help your teen think about what she has to study and plan accordingly.
G. Your teen may also make negative comments about themselves
— Jessie, it’s a pity you didn’t go shopping online on Nov.11th. It was really fantastic!
— Really? If I ________ so busy, I would have shopped for fun too.
A. shouldn’t be B. weren’t C. hadn’t been D. wouldn’t be
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2.只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。
When I was 10，once my parents were away on business，but I had to stay at home alone for a day. I got up early in the morning，thinking about different activity I could do. The first idea was that I could play computer games all through the day without blamed by my mother. Minutes later，I said to me，“Why don't I do something meaningful？” So I planned to cook the meal for my parents. I tried to recall how my mother usually did in the kitchen and arrange everything on my own. With a whole day's effort，I finally made it. I felt it very happy when I saw my parents eating the meal cheerful. They couldn't help say that their son had grown up.
At one level, the Internet has enabled people to make connections they might not otherwise have made, and virtual friendships can ______ real-life relationships.
A. arise from B. evolve into C. seek for D. attach to
In order to realize his dream, Bill Gates, richest man in the world, gave up studying in Harvard University, that is the most famous in the world. He set up a company and researching the computer software. As an old saying go, “interest is the best teacher.” I quite agree with this idea. I began to be crazy about English when I was a little girl. I got extreme interested in foreign cultures or customs. To meet me curiosity, I read in English stories every day. It seemed to be the best “meal” of a day. As a result, I always did very well in English exam. Interest is the key of success.
Mr. Johnson lived in the woods with his wife and children. He owned a farm, which looked almost 61 (abandon). 62 (lucky), he also had a cow which produced milk every day. He sold or exchanged some of the milk in the towns nearby for other food and made cheese and butter for the family with what 63 (leave). The cow was their only means of support, in fact. One day, the cow was eating grass 64 it began to rain heavily. While making great efforts to run away, she 65 (fall) over the hill and died. Then the Johnsons had to make a living 66 the cow. In order to support his family, Mr Johnson began to plant herbs and vegetables. Since the plants took a while to grow, he started cutting down trees 67 (sell) the wood. Thinking about his 68 (children) clothes, he started growing cotton, too. When harvest came around, he was already selling herbs, vegetables and cotton in the market 69 people from the towns met regularly. Now it occurred to 70 (he) that his farm had much potential and that the death of the cow was a bit of luck.
The increasing environmental problems and need for eco-friendly products and services are creating a new job section of green-collar jobs. 36 It is expected that by 2025 about 25% of the jobs in developed countries will be of green-collar jobs. Doesn’t the data look promising for the future?
37 And jobs will pop up at every income level, from environmental manager to gardener. For example, many countries including the United States have understood that fossil fuels have negative effect on the environment which can later become a serious danger to mankind. 38 The increasing demand of newer resources has created the need for experts and researchers who can find better ways to deal with the ongoing needs. In addition, in order to meet the increasing demands of environment-friendly equipment, both green product designer and educated and trained workers are needed. Management of environmental organizations also demands a large number of environmental managers.
39 Internet is undoubtedly the best way to find information on almost any matter. Nowadays, different kinds of jobs are being posted online. Search through a couple of job websites to look for a bright future in energy conversion and recycling of waste management. Check regularly and find the right work for yourself. 40
A. People who read newspapers can also find different kinds of green-collar jobs.
B. People who take green careers will be well paid.
C. Where can you find green-collar jobs?
D. Green-collar jobs have become a bright career chance for all.
E. Many countries of the world have realized the importance and need for energy-saving products and services.
F. As a result, possibilities are being explored to find alternatives to satisfy demands in a better way.
G. Forget the blue–collar and white–collar categories.
Learning experiences happen to us throughout our lives,and not too long ago,I had one that1 would like to 41 . This story begins with a 42 three years ago.It’s a story of pizza and being 43 buying ice cream with a US $ 20 bill.
I was going to Marblehead with my racing team on the highway and we were all 44 .Luckily,we saw a rest area 45.I had a brand-new US $ 20 bill,and I had 46 had that kind of cash before.Spending it on food 47 to me like throwing it away.
We all rushed into the pizza line. 48 I got a cheese pizza and a drink.Halfway through the 49 ,I realized I had not actually 50 any money to the cashier.I felt terrible.I just couldn’t go back to the cashier and 51 my stolen pizza.I would feel embarrassed.
I was so upset that I refused to give myself the 52 of an ice cream in fear that someone would say,“Hey,Jeff, why don’t you 53 the change from the pizza instead of that nice,new US $ 20 bill?”I was not so proud of my 54 now.
For the next two years,whenever I was 55 of the“pizza incident”,I 56 my eyes and said to myself,“Not gonna think about it,not gonna think about it...”.
I think this 57 the saying,“A coward（懦夫）dies a thousand deaths;a hero dies 58 .”I was a coward and have felt 59 about that incident at least a thousand times.If I had been a “hero” and gone 60 up to pay for the pizza,then I would have felt a little embarrassed about it only once,or maybe twice.
41.A.introduce B.perform C.share D.explain
42.A.game B.trip C.party D.race
43.A.afraid of B.fond of C.careless in D.eager for
44.A.late B.hungry C.lost D.slow
45.A.inside B.behind C.below D.ahead
46.A.even B.once C.never D.ever
47.A.proved B.showed C.turned D.seemed
48.A.Gradually B.Finally C.Usually D.Lately
49.A.meal B.journey C.calk D.job
50.A.returned B.offered C.handed D.supplied
51.A.give away B.give back C.ask for D.pay for
52.A.pleasure B.chance C.idea D.effort
53.A.find B.receive C.use D.return
54.A.cash B.pizza C.ice cream D.change
55.A.blamed B.warned C.told D.reminded
56.A.fixed B.closed C.raised D.wiped
57.A.brings B.concerns C.impresses D.reflects
58.A.more B.less C.one D.none
59.A.terrible B.puzzled C.nervous D.curious
60.A.away B.back C.near D.out
|网1] How to Care for Your Ears?
Ears not only let us hear, but they also paly a role in maintaining our balance, which is vital to our ability to function in daily life. Yet, we ignore them. We can’t even see our ears, except in a mirror. We take it for granted what they do for us day in and day out—until we notice something worng, such as when an earache strikes or when we start having to ask people to repeat what they say. 36 .
◆Clean your ear with a washcloth—covered finger only.
Never put anything inside your ear canal, including cotton swabs (药签). 37 .
◆Leave earwax(耳垢) alone.
Wax is your ear’s way of eliminating （消除）anything foreign that gets into the ear canal. 38 If you find you have too much earwax, use a few drops of earwax remover（去除剂）in the canal. After a few minutes, wash the ear with warm water.
◆Avoid noisy places.
Rock concerts and construction sites are just a few places that frequently have noise levels that can damage
hearing.Any place where you have to shout to be heard should be avoided.
◆ 39 .
Be careful not to play MP3 too loud, especially if using earphone.
◆Be careful with illness and medications.
Respiratory illnesses should be treated to avoid their spread to the ears.Certain medications can damage hearing, so follow the directions carefully before taking them.
See your doctor if you suffer from sudden hearing loss or hear noises in your head. 40 .
A．Most people don’t need to clean wax out of their ears.
B．In such case, go to see a doctor as soon as possible.
C．These can be symptoms of a serious illness which needs to be treated.
D．This article will show you how to care for your ears.
E．Turn the volume down.
F．Avoid using earphones while listening to MP3.
G．Your ear canal is very narrow, and a swab can damage it.
How to save money to visit Shanghai Disneyland?
The “happiest place on earth” is a top destination on many families' bucket lists. But taking a vacation to Disney World can be difficult to do on a budget. There are some considerations that you can make to reduce the cost of your Disney World vacation.
1. Buy Souvenirs in Advance
Disney has influenced practically every industry, which makes it easy to find Disney items anywhere, from Walmart, Target, and your local grocery store to department stores and Amazon. You can save a lot of money by purchasing items before your trip at these less-expensive places than at Disneyland.
2. Make an Autograph Book
An autograph book is seen as a must-have by many Disneyland enthusiasts and is a memory you can take home with you. These books can cost anywhere from $7.95 to $19.95 at the Disney Store and up to $30 for the latest-and-greatest autograph book at Disneyland, such as the park's 60th anniversary edition. Other choices can get the job done for under $5. For example, you can buy a small photo album; cute pads or notebooks.
3. Eat Breakfast Before You Arrive
Breakfast is almost as pricey as lunch or dinner if you eat inside the Disneyland parks. If you have a hotel with a free breakfast, take advantage of it. If you want to eat out, eat at a local restaurant that is inexpensive or has a kids' menu, such as McDonald's which is close to the park.
4. Take Advantage of Discounts Offered to Special Groups
Disney offers a wide variety of discounts, including for military service members, college students, teachers, and youth groups. If you think you might qualify for a special discount or group rate, call the Disneyland Resort to book tickets.
21. It may take you more money to buy souvenirs at_____.
A. Disneyland B. Department stores C. Walmart D. Amazon
22. How much do you pay for the park's 60th anniversary edition?
A. $7.95 B. $19.95 C. $5 D. $30
23. What is one piece of the author’s advice on breakfast?
A. You had better eat at Disneyland.
B. You can eat at a local restaurant.
C. You should prepare it well at home .
D. You can ask the hotel to supply it for free.
Music is magic! Music speaks louder than words and it is a “language” that the whole world can understand. A piece of music can produce a response in the heart and mind. Like feeling an electrical current or receiving a personal radio signal, music has a spiritual effect on a person. Different kinds of music influence people in different ways.
I have listened to music all my life. When I was twelve years old, the Beatles came to America and my whole world opened up. Maybe young people today cannot understand the influence of the Beatles when they exploded across America. Their influence changed the way we dressed, looked, acted and spoke even our culture. The Beatles arrived in America from the UK just under three months after the assassination(暗杀)of President John Kennedy, which had put America into a great depression. And the freshness and lively sprit of the Beatles was exactly what the country needed to refresh itself.
Music links the heart of the hearer with that of the composer. This means that it mixes the spirit of the composer with your spirit when you listen to it. And the music can take your spirit out of your body and transport you into another world. Music has a great way of touching people. Music can make you laugh, cry or shout. It’s also a great source of inspiration.
Try this one day and notice what happens: make yourself a cup of tea, sit on your sofa and play one of your favorite songs. Close your eyes, and soon you’ll find yourself creating vivid mental images---matching the music that you are listening to.
28. Music has magical power because it ______.
A. is a kind of language
B. can be played much louder than words
C. receives a personal radio signal
D. can influence a person’s spirit
29. One can learn from the second paragraph that the Beatles___________.
A. were the biggest band in American history
B. are not accepted by modern American people
C. appeared at a special time in American politics
D. represented the roots of American culture
30. One will do all of the following while listening to music EXCEPT___________.
A. feeling very refreshed
B. having emotional changes
C. painting some vivid pictures
D. feeling inspired by the composer
31. It can be inferred from the passage that the author ___________.
A. has been influenced by the Beatles
B. enjoys drinking tea in his spare time
C. admires President John Kennedy very much
D. likes to match his own feeling with that of the composer
The London Eye 4D Film Experience started in August and is included in the London Eye ticket price. It is a fantastic 4D film to entertain you before your trip on the London Eye. The 4D effects are great.
No Extra Cost to You
That’s right; you buy your ticket for the London Eye and 4D cinema experience. Merlin Entertainments, the London Eye owners, spent 5 million creating the film and building the 4D cinema and wanted to improve the value for money of the London Eye.
What to Expect
The 4D Cinema entrance is in the ticket hall. So after buying your ticket, go straight to it, where you’ll be given a pair of glasses. About 160 visitors will pass through the 4D cinema every 8 minutes so don’t worry about waiting time. People in the bright pink cinema are all standing on four levels. The top level is designed for wheelchairs.
London Eye 4D Film
Put on your glasses and enjoy yourself. The story is about a little girl visiting London with her father and she wants to be higher to get a better view so she comes to the London Eye. It differs from watching the 3D film for all your senses are involved. When it snows on screen, you feel it snows in the cinema. And when you watch the fireworks, you can really smell them.
For a short film, less than four minutes, before the main attraction you think you’ve come for, you are going to love this free extra. I stood there with my mouth wide open at the end as many others did. It’s fantastic! The effects are the Hollywood standard as no expense is spared. I was lucky enough to try the film three times on the first day and I still want to go back again.
21. What does the author mainly tell us in this passage?
A. He mainly introduces the 4D film of Merlin Entertainments.
B. He mainly introduces the London Eye entertainment centre.
C. He mainly tells us his experiences while creating the 4D film.
D. He mainly introduces to us how to take part in the 4D film.
22. Why did the Merlin Entertainments build the 4D film cinema?
A. Because it wanted to attract more visitors to London.
B. Because it wanted to increase the value of the London Eye.
C. Because it could provide more entertainments for visitors.
D. Because it could earn more money from the public in the UK.
23. Where could people get into the 4D film cinema?
| A. Under the London Eye. | B. In the Hollywood. | |
| C. In the ticket hall. | D. In the ticket centre. |
24. While seeing a 4D film, people will feel ________.
| A. greatly frightened | B. much worried | |
| C. sweet smell | D. as if they were on the scene |
______ you’ve tried it, you can’t imagine how tasty the fish I cooked is.
A. Because B. Unless C. Although D. So long as
假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
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Dear Jim,
I am so exciting that you will come to China. I will free from December 18 and will have a plenty of time to be together with you. I’ll meet you at the airport and then you can take No. 8 Bus for my home. You worry about the weather here in your email. In fact, the weather here is quite different from it in your city. It isn’t very cold, but you needn’t bring many clothes with you. During your stay here, I’ll take you to some places of interests and you can taste some local snacks. I am sure we will have greatly fun together.
I’m looking forward to meeting you soon.
Yours,
John
