填空题Melissa
填空题In the 18th century New York was smaller than Philadelphia and Boston.
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How can the change in its size and importance be explained?
The map of the Northeast shows that four of the most heavily-populated areas in this region are around seaports. At these points materials from across the sea enter the United States, and the products of the land are sent there for export across the sea.
In about 1815, when many Americans from the east coast had already moved toward the west, trade routes from the ports to the central regions of the country began to be a serious problem. The slow wagons of that time, drawn by horses or oxen, were too expensive for moving heavy freight very far.
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In New York State a canal seemed the best solution to the transportation problem. From the eastern end of Lake Erie all the way across the state to the Hudson River there is a Long trip of low land.
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After several years of work it was completed in 1825.
The canal produced an immediate effect.
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New York City, which had been smaller than Philadelphia and Boston, quickly became the leading city of the coast.
The coming of the railroads made canal shipping less important, but it tied New York even more closely to the central regions of the country. It was easier for people in the central states to ship their goods to New York for export overseas.
Thus New York became the greatest port for receiving people from European countries.
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Others stayed in New York for a few weeks, months, or years, and then moved to other parts of the United States. For these great numbers of new Americans, New York had to provide homes, goods, and services. Their labor helped the city become great.
A. Freight costs were cut to about one-tenth of what they had been.
B. Americans had long admired Europe"s canals.
C. That"s why seaports often have cities nearby.
D. Here the Erie Canal was constructed.
E. Today it is the largest city in America.
F. Many of these people remained in the city.
G. Passengers could come from Europe very cheaply as a result.
填空题1 st Person: I don't really know if 1 have a specific style. I mean I'm not into a, you know, hip-hop or retro or anything like that. I just basically like what's comfortable. And, well of course, usually what's good on me. But I definitely go for comfort over anything else. All, my favorite types of clothes, I would have to say, are T-shirts and jeans. Oh, I like vests. But I would definitely say I'm not trendy, definitely not. I'm not conservative either, though. I just like to be comfortable. 2nd Person: I think my favorite clothing right now, well, I'm in a transition period between unique and conservative. I'm almost done with school and I'm working part-time in an office. Well, my favorite unique clothing, I have a pair of pants that I got from a vintage clothing store. You know those stores when you buy old clothes and stuff. I guess it's check pants that are way too big, I definitely have to wear a belt with them. I wore them at high school and college. They are a pair of pants thatI probably won't ever throw away. 3rd Person: My favorite kind of clothing is T-shirt and jeans, and kind of like, you know, pink is popular now again and I love pink. And kind of like baggy jeans and platform shoes. Let's see, something comfortable, but yeah, you know, really cool. And you know some kind of clothing that people notice me in. That's the kind of clothing I like. 4th Person: People say, you know, that personality is more important than how people look. But honestly, when you first meet someone, you can't see their personality. You can only tell something about their personality from how they look. So clothes are important to me. They can convey certain message about myself. 5th Person: I prefer not to draw attention to myself, because I am not used to be the target of others' interest. When in unique clothes, I feel myself always under the gaze of the public, so I have to pay attention to my every move and gesture. Conventional clothes can spare me so much trouble, and I can feel more at ease and more free. Now match each of the articles to the appropriate statement. Note: there are two extra statements. Statements A. Clothes can convey message about personality. B. I prefer comfortable and fashionable clothes. C. I prefer comfort to anything else. D. I prefer conventional clothes. E. I hate spending time choosing clothes. F. I like to wear unusual color combinations. G. I'm in a transition period between unique and conservative.
填空题Martha Graham's school
填空题Jane Healy
填空题Sheridan: The rise of The Da Vinci Code phenomenon — book and now movie — began with the dropping of a name that, undoubtedly, means genius: Leonardo da Vinci. In his childhood Da Vinci displayed extraordinary artistic talent. But his range of talent went far beyond art alone. He was also a scientist who made contributions to biology, geography ... And, by the way, he also created what might be the most famous painting of all time: Mona Lisa. If I created a list of the top ten most significant figures in the history of this world, I would definitely put Leonardo near the top. Taylor: It's difficult to narrow it to ten, but in addition to Leonardo Da Vinci, a top ten list would include Albert Einstein, Isaac Newton, Galileo Galilei, Aristotle, Thomas Edison, Michelangelo, Euclid, Rene Descartes, Plato, Nicholas Copernicus, and Louis Pasteur. Well, that's eleven, all of whom changed the course of history with their knowledge. Kent: I think I'll leave the names of the most significant figures in history to be named by those with much more brain cells than I. However I will give an honorable mention to the person who invented eye drops. Since I've become addicted to reading all the comments on the Blog, my vision has blurred into a haze. Yes, indeed ... The eye drop inventor has my vote. Good work as always. Take Care. Mark: I'm sure there will be a ton of differing opinions but I think Ernesto Guevara belongs on your list. He's the symbol of rebellion, revolution and courage. If you've ever been to Cuba, you'll understand why so many people admire him. He was and is a legend. Born into a well-to-do family with the title of Doctor under his belt, he gave it all up to fight a cause he believed In. Dave Winfield: Without literary figures much of history would be lost, in no particular order — Homer (荷马) — yes, I know he really didn't exist but we use the name anyway; Shakespeare — yes, he did write everything that is attributed to him; the writers of Gilgamesh — for giving the authors of the Bible and other religious volumes many good ideas; John Smith — in spite of his gross exaggerations, he left us with keen insight as to the first settlements in the New World. That's not 10, but it completes my incomplete list. Statements[A] Great knowledge makes them in the list.[B] I admire those who made sacrifice to their ambition.[C] All those were killed or died in their attempts to bring the world to peace.[D] Because of his genius, he is made the near top in the list.[E] Through Shakespeare we have learnt the history having once happened.[F] Besides genius, there are many unknown contributor to better one's life.[G] A man's greatness can be measured by what he leaves to grow
填空题Zhao Wen
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{{B}}Peter:{{/B}} If you smoke and you still don't believe that
there's a definite link between smoking and bronchial(支气管的) troubles,
heart disease and lung cancer, then you are certainly deceiving yourself. Just
have a look at those people in hospital with these diseases and count how many
of them do not smoke; you may be surprised at the number. Even these few people
might be passive smokers without realizing it.{{B}}Rain:{{/B}}
Tobacco is a wonderful commodity to tax. It's almost like a tax on our
daily bread. In tax revenue alone, the government of Britain collects enough
from smokers to pay for its entire educational facilities. So while the
authorities point out ever so carefully that smoking may be harmful, it does not
shout too loudly about it.{{B}}Simon:{{/B}} The advertising of
tobacco is one of the problems. We are never shown pictures of real smokers
coughing early in the morning. That would never do. The advertisements always
depict handsome, clean-shaven young men, they suggest it is manly to smoke, even
positively healthy ! Smoking is associated with the great open-air life, with
beautiful girls, true love and togetherness. What utter nonsense
!{{B}}Ross:{{/B}} Of course tobacco can help government to raise
money. However, while money is eagerly collected in vast sums with one hand, it
is paid out in increasingly vaster sums with the other. Enormous amounts are
spend on cancer research or on efforts to cure people suffering from the
disease. Countless valuable lives are lost. In the long run, there is no
doubt that everybody would be much better off if smoking were banned
together.{{B}}Ben:{{/B}} Smoking. can provide constant
consolation (安慰). When I feel worried or nervous, I just get a cigarette and
everything is deemed to get right. After a day's hard work, the thing I want to
do most is smoking. It can be even better with a cup of coffee. It's so
enjoyable and relaxing that it relieves stresses of everyday life. So why bother
to ban it and take the pleasure away from us?{{I}} Now match each
of the items (61 to 65) to the appropriate statement. Note:
There are two extra statements.{{/I}}
{{B}}Statements{{/B}}[A] Smoking brings many psychological benefits. [B]
Tobacco is an important source of income to the. government. [C] Smoking is
sure to cause disease. [D] It's a shortsighted policy to depend on tobacco
for money. [E] The advertising for it is dishonest and harmful. [F] The
tobacco industry makes high quality advertisement for smoking. [G] It's
doubtful whether there is link between smoking and cancer.
填空题Directions: Read the following article in
which five people talk about the workaholics. For Question 61 to 65, match the
name of each speaker to one of the statements (A to G) given below. Mark your
answers on ANSWER SHEET 1.Simon: I work not because I like it
but that I have to, so I often count the minutes until stopping work or
holidays. However, my sister is totally different. She enjoys her work so much
that she often spends extra time on her job even take work home with her. I
think she is so crazy about work just as some people are about drugs or alcohol.
I could hardly understand it.
Matthew: Work is a core element of our lives.
It gives us a sense of identity in the larger world outside the personal circle
of family and friends. However, there are some people for whom work occupies an
even more central place in their lives. Workaholics are a stereotype of modem
life, and they are both praised and criticized. On the one hand, it may be the
accepted way of earning promotion. On the other hand, workaholics are often
viewed as neglecting aspects of life such as family and leisure that are
important for maintaining a healthy equilibrium.
Andrew: In cities, workaholism is so common
that people do not regard it as unusual. I think workaholics prefer to work
rather than do anything else because they don't know how to kill time if they
don't work. They can only get pleasure from work. Work is everything for
them. Colin: Workaholism is
dangerous in a sense because it can cause some problems. First of all,
workaholics often have health problems because they don't have time to relax and
keep themselves occupied all the time. Secondly, their family life is not happy
since they spend little time with their family. Their marriage may even ends in
divorce. Vincent: Being a
workaholic can mean you achieve great things, but more people achieve great
things without being addicted to work. Workaholics need time away from work and
when I say "away from" I mean psychologically distanced from it as well as
physically. If you are still obsessing about work when you should be focused on
your loved ones or an outside of work activity then you are still basically
working. Now match the name of each person to the appropriate
statement. Note: there are two extra statements.
A. Some people appreciate those who pay almost all their attention on
work. B. If you don't get rid of workaholism, you may get
ill. C. To get promotion, you need to be a
workaholic. D. Workaholics' behaviors are hard to
understand. E. Workaholics had better have some time with no
work. F. It's hard for workaholics to be away from work
psychologically. G. Workaholics don't know how to enjoy
themselves except working.
填空题Jackson: Viewed from a scientist's standpoint, all of the energy contained in fuel either now or in the future becomes heat. Some of the heat is used directly or produces useful work. The rest is lost or rejected. That is to say, it is radiated into the atmosphere from the engines, motors, furnaces, power lines, television sets, boilers and all the other energy-consuming machinery that makes our wheels go around.Browning: It is necessary to improve the efficiency with which we use energy in order to do more work. But improvement cannot come overnight, and there are limits beyond which not even science can help. According to the Center for Strategic and International studies, about three quarters of the energy we use to move things, including ourselves, accomplishes no useful work.Jeffry: In terms of efficiency, buses, trains, and other forms of public transportation may be using energy more efficiently than private automobiles. Unless private automobiles call operate at near capacity, their overall efficiency is poor. For example, an urban bus carrying 36 passengers may achieve an efficiency of around 120 passenger-miles per gallon of gasoline. But buses are not always fully loaded, and sometimes they carry no passengers at all.Vandenberg: It is true that buses can sometimes run without passengers. City trains seem to be very efficient, but they suffer the same shortcomings as buses and cost more. Except for rush hours, commuter trains seldom run at full capacity. This wastes even more energy and is more than the management can afford. As a result, commuter trains are truly practical only in places where there are a lot of people.Nathan: For some people, mass transportation may serve their needs. For others, a combination of mass transportation and private transportation may be preferable. Better design and wise use of both mass transportation systems and private vehicles will play an important part in helping us make fuller use of energy for transportation. Now match each of the people (61 to 65) to the appropriate statement. Note: there are two extra statements.Statements[A] Public transportation is usually more energy-efficient.[B] The efficiency of the city train depends on the size of population.[C] City trains and buses have different faults to overcome.[D] Private cars usually run at full capacity.[E] No fuel energy is fully used.[F] A combined means of transport can help increase energy efficiency.[G] Problems of energy loss can never be completely solved.
填空题Mrs. Johnson
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Mr. Mike Smith: It wasn't an easy decision,
but we've been asking for a decent wage for years. Now at las people are
beginning to listen to us. We' re only asking for a 25 percent increase in our
wages. 250 dollars a week, that's all. It's a pity so many people have to be
inconvenienced by our strike. Bu please don't blame us. Blame the government for
refusing our claim. Mr. Tom Brown: It' s
totally unreasonable to demand so much money when we are trying desperately to
control inflation. If wages go up ,so do prices. If we gave in to the
electricity workers, all the other unions would want more, with the inevitable
result that the crisis would become uncontrollable. What we' re trying to
impress upon everybody is that inflation hurts everybody, especially the poor
people. We offer the electricity workers a 10 percent increase. And that' s
already too much. My stand at this meeting will be to persuade the Union to see
reason. Mr. Bob Davis: Everybody will be hurt by
this strike, including the electricity workers themselves. The economy will be
destroyed and many people will lose their jobs. Already people are saying that
the big unions have too much power and shouldn't be allowed to strike. Of course
the electricity workers want to get more money. Don't we all?
Mrs. Baker. My opinion is "Get the Army in". All the power
stations should be managed by the army. The strikers should be thrown into
prison. That' s what this country needs. Why must we all suffer just because a
few men are greedy? If they don't like their jobs, nobody' s forcing them to
work. They should try and live on 50 dollars a week like I have to. Perhaps
they' d keep their mouths shut then. Miss Slater:
Let's face it. It's neither here nor there. The electricity workers are in
a strong position. Perhaps we can't do anything about it. What I say is: let
them have their 250 dollars so we can return to work. I mean, the government
wastes the taxpayers' money all the time on trivial things. How can anyone say
250 dollars is "too much"? Pop singers get more. Nurses get less. It's just one
of those things. Now match each of the persons (61 to 65) to the
appropriate statement. Statements [A] A 10%
increase is already too much, and I'm here to persuade the Union to see
reason. [B] I hope that strikes should be banned in all sectors
relating to the nation' s security and stability. [C] We will
never go back to work until our goals are achieved. [D] I think
that the government should give in to the electricity worker' s
demands. [E] I strongly suggest that all the power stations
should be run by the army and that the strikers should be put into
prison. [F] I must make you clear that strikes will destroy the
economy and that many people will lose their jobs. [G] We are
forced to call a strike because the government rejected our wage
claim. Note: there are two extra statements.
填空题Campbell
填空题Stark
填空题Caryn Cook
填空题Xiao Liu:
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{{B}} Richard:{{/B}} In my opinion, smoking is only
an amusement, like playing cards, reading, etc. Many years ago, when an adult
handed me a cigarette and lit it for me, I felt grown up. When I am with friends
and have nothing to say, we smoke, consequently we no longer feel embarrassed.
Sometimes, I light a cigarette, suffering and nervousness vanishing with
the smoke, I can't help saying inwardly: Hello, cigarette, my old friend, I'm
coming to meet you again.{{B}} Stanton:{{/B}} Many
people believe smokers have the fight to smoke. But they also believe that
others shouldn't have to pay a price. The risk of tobacco smoke is greater than
the risk of radon gas is to non-smokers. We're talking maybe 40 percent greater.
And if you're talking about all the carcinogenic air pollutants that EPA
regulates, it's 100 times greater.{{B}} Davis:{{/B}}
According to our investigation, tobacco smoke in the home and workplace
could be killing 46,000 non-smokers each year in the United States. That's 3,
000 lung cancer deaths, 11, 000 from other cancers and 32,000 heart disease
deaths. That would make passive smoking the leading preventable cause of death
in the United States after alcohol and smoking itself. Smoking kills 390,000
while alcohol 120, 000.{{B}} James:{{/B}} Passive
smoking has become the principal battleground for the tobacco industry and its
opponents in the 1980s. It is no longer merely a health issue, but political and
environmental. Cigarette pollution is fouling the air. According to the
Environmental Protection Agency's indoor air program's result, we know that the
indoor environment is far more polluted than the outdoor environment.
We've seen that again and again wherever we've looked all over the United
States.{{B}} Winston:{{/B}} Sir, another fact about
smoking is that cigarettes give people a good deal of pleasure. There is
considerable evidence, surprisingly little publicized, showing that smoking
produces certain beneficial effects in human beings. Smoking counteracts some
decrease in efficiency, and smokers improve their performance in complex
situations while smoking. There is also evidence showing that nicotine can
produce a tranquilizing effect during high emotional and shock situations, while
on the other hand stimulating concentration in tedious situations.
Now match each of the items(61 to 65)to the appropriate
statement Note: There are two extra
statements.{{B}} Statements{{/B}} [A] Passive
smoking is the third preventable cause of death. [B] Smokers
have the right to smoke. [C] Smoking produces some positive
effects in some complex situations. [D] Second-hand smoke
is more harmful to non-smokers than those cancer-inducing air
pollutants. [E] Cigarette pollution has caused outdoor
environment even worse. [F] Smoking can help people get rid of
nervousness. [G] Smoking is also an environmental issue.
填空题Erum Nadeem:
Your article on happiness lifted my spirits. There is one very interesting aspect to note: the eight steps to happiness listed on pages 32-33 may as well be translations of the values of our cultural tradition. If people would see our values from these aspects, there would be no misunderstanding-only happiness.
Sander Tideman:
I applaud your special on the science of happiness. However, the issue would have beer, more complete had it mentioned the idea of viewing economic development policies in the context of "gross national happiness" or GNH. This concept is based on the recognition that gross national product does not accurately reflect the well-being of a nation. GNH is a bold idea with far-reaching effects. Since happiness has a scientific base, it can be developed and promoted on a larger social scale.
Paul Aboh:
Happiness is a gift, not a commodity. Even the poor have the ability to cultivate and share happiness. We can find pleasure in the small things we often take for granted-a smile, a helping hand, a kiss, a wave, a pat on the back, a glass of water and a promise kept. And when you discover its source, you know it. Sometimes happiness overflows, but it never destroys.
Mansoor Malik:
Happiness is not a product of achievement or wealth or fame. It is the reaction of our mind to the environment. Faith in the values of our long-cherished cultural tradition is a source of wellbeing. Happiness comes from caring for others and giving whatever we can-help, hope, love, respect, sympathy or just a smile.
Peter Fischer:
At a time when there seem to be so many reasons for being unhappy, 1 appreciated your special report on happiness. Surely the poorest kids in Africa who are without parents and are ofter hungry are the ones with the most reasons to be unhappy. What can possibly make them smile? As your article pointed out, however, we cannot wait for enough friends or a lot of money to make us happy. We have an amazing capacity to set ourselves right.
Statements
A.A rich person is not necessarily happy.
B.Things people often overlook may be the very. source of happiness
C.Happiness can be promoted on a scientific basis.
D.We should mainly rely on ourselves for happiness.
E.Happiness lies in giving instead of taking.
F.The environment is a source of happiness.
G.Happiness can be achieved if we stick to the best of our values.
填空题Directions: Read the texts from an article, for five
questions, match each rule(1 to 5) to one of the statements (A to G) given
below. Mark your answer on your ANSWER SHEET.
Mr. Zhao: Most important for us in the way of skills is the
ability to communicate. We want to know about the personal qualities of
the individual, so I try to ask questions to draw them out and attempt to find
out if they have a sense of themselves. What I ' m looking for is an ability to
verbalize an idea in clear, simple, understandable language. I' m also looking
for the ability to listen attentively and then to be able to respond to an idea
or thought that has been presented to them. If they do have good communication
skills, they will be able to do this logically and briefly.Mr.
Qian: I'm looking for creativity. I will ask some odd questions
just to see if this throws them. How do they respond in these tough
situations-can they be creative with their answers.'? This is very important
when they are out in business situations with customers. They will have to
respond to very sudden changes and problem - solving situations that they are
not necessarily familiar with, and I want to know if they can handle
them.Mr. Sun: What we look for most are personal
qualities—assertiveness, ambition, and a competitive instinct. They should be
high achievers and want to work hard. I can usually tell about these qualities
from the way the person presents himself or herself and some of the activities
they have engaged in. I pick up things from the applications and resume.
How they present their experiences is often very informative. All of these
things describe the person in someway.Mr. Li: Speaking of
personal quality, I'm looking for a person of integrity. He should be
loyal and honest even when things are not in his favor. He will not blame
others for his mistakes, even when he might avoid trouble by doing so. A
person of integrity will never sacrifice friends or the interests of the
company. Of course, it' s not so easy to tell one' s uprightness from one
interview, but I can get some hint from the experiences he presented. To be
frank, I don' t generally like to hire a person who jumps from job to job every
one or two years.Mr. Wang: Under similar working and
educational background, a person with good manners will be preferred. Good
manners can be judged from his dress and the way he talks. For example, wearing
a gray or blue suit and a nice red or yellow silk tie with blue dots or possibly
a stripe. This is the way people want you to look in business. Besides, one' s
hairstyle, beards, and shoes can also give way something. During interview, a
person who keeps establishing eye contact with the interviewer and smiling
not only shows he is confident but he is a man of good manners.
Now match each of' the schools to the appropriate statement.
Note. there are two extra statements.[A] From their response to my odd
and tough questions, I can tell whether they' re creative enough.[B] The
candidates who showed their strong desire for the job will most probably be
employed.[C] A person who can express his ideas clearly shows his good
communicative skill.[D] Proper wearing and decent manners will leave a good
impression on the interviewers.[E] The interviewer' s
application and resume can provide some information about their personal
qualities.[F] Loyalty and honesty are valuable virtues I seek in a
candidate.[G] A person with high professional skill is
preferred.
填空题Mr. Mike Smith: It wasn't an easy decision, but we've been asking for a decent wage for years. Now at last people are beginning to listen to us. We're only asking for a 25 percent increase m our wages. 250 dollars a week, that's all. It's a pity so many people have to be inconvenienced by our strike. But please don't blame us. Blame the government for refusing our claim. Mr. Tom Brown: It's totally unreasonable to demand so much money when we are trying desperately to control inflation. If wages go up, so do prices. If we gave in to the electricity workers, all the other unions would want more, with the inevitable result that the crisis would become uncontrollable. What we're trying to impress upon everybody is that inflation hurts everybody, especially the poor people. We offer the electricity workers a 10 percent increase. And that's already too much. My stand at this meeting will be to persuade the Union to see reason. Mr. Bob Davis: Everybody will be hurt by this strike, including the electricity workers themselves. The economy will be destroyed and many people will lose their jobs. Already people are saying that the big unions have too much power and shouldn't be allowed to strike. Of course the electricity workers want to get more money. Don't we all? Mr. Bob Davis: My opinion is "Get the Army in". All the power stations should be managed by the army. The strikers should be thrown into prison. That's what this country needs. Why must we all suffer just because a few men are greedy? If they don't like their jobs, nobody's forcing them to work. They should try and live on 50 dollars a week like I have to. Perhaps they'd keep their mouths shut then. Mr. Bob Davis: Let's face it. It's neither here nor there. The electricity workers are in a strong position. Perhaps we can't do anything about it. What I say is: let them have their 250 dollars so we can return to work. I mean, the government wastes the taxpayers money all the time on trivial things. How can anyone say 250 dollars is "too much" ? Pop singers get more. Nurses get less. It's just one of those things. Statements A. A 10% increase is already too much, and I'm here to persuade the Union to see reason. B. I hope that strikes should be banned in all sectors relating to the nation's security and stability. C. We will never go back to work until our goals are achieved. D. I think that the government should give in to the electricity worker's demands. E. I strongly suggest that all the power stations should be run by the army and that the strikers should be put into prison. F. I must make you clear that strikes will destroy the economy and that many people will lose their jobs. G. We are forced to call a strike because the government rejected our wage claim.
