The Tibet Autonomous Region is 1.22 million sq.km. in area, with an average ______ of over 4,000m above sea level.

A. data B. get accustomed C. effect D. spared E. solve F. associated G. details H. while I. and J. track K. stable L. shared M. helpless N. presented O. restless Marriage may improve your sleep, and better sleep may improve your marriage, two new studies suggest. Women who are married or who have【C1】______ partners appear to sleep better than women who have never married or lost a partner, according to research from an eight-year study 【C2】______ at the Associated Professional Sleep Societies annual meeting. They also found that marital(婚姻的)happiness lowers the risk of sleep problems,【C3】______ marital disharmony heightens the risk and women who were single at the start of the study but gained a partner had more【C4】______ sleep than women who were already married. The study included 360 middle-aged women. Researchers used in-home sleep studies, activity monitors to【C5】______sleep-wake patterns and relationship histories to look at the【C6】______ stable marriages, unstable marriages and marital changes, such as a divorce had on sleep. Another small study of 29 couples found that on a daily basis, the quality of a couple's relationship and the quality of their sleep are closely linked. In that study, from the University of Arizona, 29 couples who【C7】______ a bed and did not have children completed sleep and relationship diaries for fifteen days. The results showed that when men get better sleep, they are more likely to feel positive about their relationship the next day. And for women, problems in the relationship were strongly【C8】______ with poor sleep for both them- selves and their partner. The【C9】______ from both studies suggest that sleep and relationship happiness are closely linked. The lesson for couples, especially those who are struggling with problems, is that paying attention to sleep habits may help【C10】______ other issues in the relationship.

The students ______ busily when Miss Brown went to get a book she ______ in the office.

(l)Roger Rosenblatt's book Black Fiction, in attempting to apply literary rather than sociopolitical criteria to its subject, successfully alters the approach taken by most previous studies. As Rosenblatt notes, criticism of Black writing has often served as an excuse for expounding on Black history. Addison Gayle's recent work, for example, judges the value of Black fiction by overtly political standards, faring each work according to the notions of Black identity which it put forward. (2)Although fiction assuredly springs from political circumstances, its authors react to those circumstances in ways other than ideological, and talking about novels and stories primarily as instruments of ideology limits much of the fictional enterprise. Rosenblatt's literary analysis discloses relations and connotations among works of Black fiction which solely political studies have overlooked or ignored. (3)Writing acceptable criticism of Black fiction, however, presupposes giving satisfactory answers to a number of questions. First of all, is there a sufficient reason, other than the racial identity of the authors, to group together works by Black authors? Second, how does Black fiction make itself distinct from other modern fiction with which it is largely contemporaneous? Rosenblatt's idea shows that Black fiction constitutes a distinct body of writing that has an identifiable, coherent literary tradition. Looking at novels written by Blacks over the last eighty years, he discovers recurring concerns and designs independent of chronology. These structures are thematic, and they spring, not surprisingly, from the central fact that the Black characters in these novels exist in a predominantly Witte culture, whether they try to conform to that culture or rebel against it. (4)Black Fiction does leave some aesthetic questions open. Rosenblatt's thematic analysis permits considerable objectivity; he even states that it is not his intention to judge the merit of the various works—yet his reluctance seems misplaced, especially since an attempt to appraise might have led to interesting results. For instance, some of the novels appear to be structurally diffused. Is this a defect, or are the authors working out of, or trying to create, a different kind of aesthetic? In addition, the style of some Black novels, like Jean Toomer's Cane, verges on expressionism or surrealism; does this technique provide a counterpoint to the popular theme that describes the fate against which Black heroes are struggling, a theme usually conveyed by more naturalistic modes of expression? (5)In spite of such omissions, what Rosenblatt does include in his discussion makes for a keen and worthwhile study. Black Fiction surveys a wide variety of novels, bringing to our attention in the process some fascinating and little-known works like James Weldon Johnson's Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man. Its argument is tightly constructed, and its forthright, clear style exemplifies levelheaded and penetrating criticism.

In the sentence "This beautiful village remains unknown to the rest of the world", the italicized word is

—Does Alan like hamburgers? —Yes. So much______ that he eats them almost every day.

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He is quite sure that it's ______ impossible for him to fulfill the task within two days.

All of the following italicized parts are used as a subject EXCEPT

The radio trumpeted the presidential ______ across the country.

Many people believe that marrying a foreigner makes it easier for one to learn a foreign language and is a shortcut to blend into another culture. Is intercultural marriage really a good thing? The following are the supporters' and opponents' opinions. Read carefully the opinions from both sides and write your response in NO LESS THAN 200 words, in which you should first summarize briefly the opinions from both sides and give your view on the issue. Marks will be awarded for content relevance, content sufficiency, organization, language quality. Failure to follow the above instructions may result in a loss of marks.YES With the convenience of the Internet, the mixed marriage is not only about love, it's about the whole package you can get from it People involved in it get a shortcut to blend into the mainstream, which brings them huge advantages to advance their careers, especially in corporations, the language and culture advantages. Besides, an interracial marriage has its own benefits. With a couple from different countries bound together in wedlock, they could improve their understanding of the history, culture, and customs of each other's countries. They might learn some advantages from each other's cultures, consequently, blending into another culture more easily.NO Although a mixed marriage may seem as dreamily beautiful as a fairy tale, the tale is often based on romantic imagination rather than on reality. Different cultures, tastes, life experiences, eating and living habits like strong waves, may wash the dream away as soon as the weather becomes stormily. Asian cultures prefer the solidarity within the family. People tend to be interdependent and supportive. In contrast, western culture is rooted in individualism. The Chinese are often rudely disillusioned by such discoveries after their marriages. Thus a mixed marriage is not a shortcut to blend into another culture.

(l)President will make his case for his $1.6 trillion tax cut plan, delivering a speech at a community center in St. Louis. The proposal would slash federal tax rates across all levels of income, eliminate the so-called marriage penalty and phase out estate taxes. Democrats complain that the plan—which would cut the top rate from 39 to 33 percent—would disproportionately benefit the wealthy and unnecessarily squander expected budget surpluses. Some of the richest Americans are urging Congress not to repeal the estate tax, The New York Times reported on Wednesday, Feb. 14. (2)About 120 wealthy Americans had signed or supported a petition to oppose phasing out the tax. The President has included the repeal of the tax in his $1.6 trillion tax cut proposal. Normally when "dozens" of Americans join in a political cause, it is not particularly noteworthy, but in this case the dozens include: George Soros, a billionaire financier; Warren Buffett, an investor listed as America's fourth-richest person; the philanthropist David Rockefeller Jr.; and William Gates Sr., a Seattle lawyer and father of America's richest man, Microsoft Corp. Chairman Bill Gates. (3)It was refreshing to see Buffett and George Soros and a number of other extremely wealthy luminaries stand up in opposition to the President's proposed repeal of the estate tax. While the policy has some emotional attractions—it would protect the inheritors of some small businesses from having to sell the companies to pay taxes, and it is true that most people have been taxed on their savings once already—in practice the tax repeal would mainly be a windfall for a very small number of very, very rich people. (4)Buffett and company cite these factors in their petition calling for opposition to the estate-tax repeal. They also discuss something that's equally emotional and far more complex: the principle of meritocracy. The idea that everyone in America has an equal chance, that our fates are not determined by accidents of birth, is one of our core values. And nowhere is this principle more revered than in the technology economy; entrepreneurship is almost by definition an expression of meritocracy. (5)The petitioners argue that repealing the tax will cost the Treasury billions of dollars in lost revenues and will result in either increased taxes in the long run or cuts to Medicare, Social Security, environmental protection and other government programs. (6)Repealing the levy "would enrich the heirs of America's millionaires and billionaires, while hurting families who struggle to make ends meet," the petition says. (7)Buffett told the Times that repealing the estate tax would be a "terrible mistake" and the equivalent of "choosing the 2020 Olympic team by picking the eldest sons of the gold-medal winners in the 2000 Olympics." (8)An old brokerage commercial says: "He made his money the old-fashioned way: He earned it." There was a perfect parody of the ad in which the line read: "He made his money the old-fashioned way: He inherited it." In 20 or 50 or 100 years, which of these lines will be right? Buffett and Soros and friends, to their credit, want to help make the first one real. Let's hope this is only one step in that process.

He will have to______his indecent behavior one day. （2003年考试真题）

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You will now listen to a conversation. You will then be asked a question about it. After you hear the question, you will have 20 seconds to prepare your response and 60 seconds to speak.Question: The speakers discuss two possible solutions to the man's problem. Describe the problem and the two solutions. Then explain what you think the man should do and why. You will now listen to a conversation. You will then be asked a question about it. After you hear the question, you will have 20 seconds to prepare your response and 60 seconds to speak.Question: The speakers discuss two possible solutions to the man's problem. Describe the problem and the two solutions. Then explain what you think the man should do and why.

There have been many news reports about the inappropriate behavior of Chinese tourists overseas, such as spitting, littering, jumping the queue, talking loudly in public, and carving characters in scenic spots. The Chinese National Tourism Administration recently announced that in order to improve the image of Chinese holidaymakers overseas, it will establish a " black list" for individuals engaging in uncivilized behavior, and the record will be kept for up to two years. Do you think the government should adopt this measure to prevent tourists' uncivilized behavior? Read carefully the opinions from both sides and write your response in about 200 words, in which you should first summarize briefly the opinions from both sides and give your view on the issue. Marks will be awarded for content relevance, content sufficiency, organization and language quality. Failure to follow the above instructions may result in a loss of marks. YES As an old saying goes, "Old habits die hard. " It would be difficult for some people to change their bad behavior. But if such behavior is outlawed and the law is strictly enforced, like in Singapore, it is possible to change people's bad behavior. The regulation of establishing a "black list" is a wise try to solve the problem. Some Chinese tourists' uncivilized behavior when traveling overseas has, to some extent, already affected the image of Chinese people. When tourists travel in a foreign country, what they say and do can represent the image of our whole country. With the policy of "black list" , people will better shoulder their responsibilities as a Chinese when traveling overseas. NO Establishing a "black list" may be a good plan, but it is difficult to be implemented. What kind of behavior will be regarded as severe? Who will monitor the tourists' behavior? These all need specific and detailed regulation. To monitor and evaluate tourists' behavior will cost much investment and energy. So the new policy is unlikely to yield concrete results. Setting up the "black list" cannot really solve the problem. With the " black list" , people will be afraid of behaving improperly in foreign countries, but they still do not know how they can behave properly. Education is what people really need. The government should enhance people's awareness of proper behavior.

Bobby was so fat that he could only just ______ through the door.

They have decided to _____ physical punishment in all local schools.

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A. decrease B. adapt C. benefits D. enlarge E. hence F. universal G. adversely H. shift I. unique J. so K suburban L. coastal M. resulting in N. endangered O. favorably Sea rise as a result of global warming would immediately threaten that large fraction of the globe living at sea level. Nearly one-third of all human beings live within 36 miles of a coastline. Most of the world's great seaport cities would be【C1】______. Some countries would be inundated. Heavily populated coastal areas where large populations occupy low-lying areas, would suffer extreme dislocation. Warmer oceans would spawn stronger hurricanes and typhoons,【C2】______ coastal flooding, possibly swamping valuable agricultural lands around the world. Reduced water quality may result as 【C3】______ flooding which forces salt water into coastal irrigation and drinking water supplies, and irreplaceable, natural forest could be flooded with ocean water destroying forever many of the【C4】______plant and animal species living there. Food supplies and forests would be【C5】______ affected. Changes in rainfall patterns would disrupt agriculture. Warmer temperatures would【C6】______ grain-growing regions polewards. The warming would also increase and change the pest plants, such as weeds and the insects attacking the crops. Human health would also be affected. Warming could【C7】______ tropical climate bringing with it yellow fever and other diseases. The harmful effects of localized urban air pollution would very likely be more serious in warmer conditions. There will be some【C8】______ from warming. New sea-lanes will open in the Arctic, longer growing seasons further north will create new agricultural lands, and warmer temperature will make some of today's colder regions more habitable. But these benefits will be in individual areas. The natural systems—both plant and animal—will be less able than man to cope and【C9】______Any change of temperature, rainfall, and sea level of the magnitude now anticipated will be destructive to natural systems and living things and【C10】______ to man as well.