Froli Cat Dart While cats require less attention compared to dogs, that doesn’t mean you can just leave them at home all day long. No sir, they too, need some level of attention and will have to keep themselves occupied mentally and physically too. Well, FroliCat Dart makes it possible. Just what is the FroliCat Dart all about? Well, for starters, this device delivers 360° rotation (旋轉(zhuǎn)) that will project laser patterns on the floor, letting your feline (貓科動(dòng)物) friend chase after it.

Portable USB Power Supply With modern gadgets, running out of juice happens to some of us more often, simply because today’s devices seem to suck up more juice than before. That’s why the Portable USB Power Supply comes in handy, being a best emergency charger for cell phones and other devices. Capable of holding a charge for up to three months when in standby, it will ship with adapter tips that cater for a certain variety of cell phone brands.

Battery Powered Gloves For those living in the northern hemisphere(半球)，we are pretty sure that you have already stocked up on your winter supplies to make sure you remain nice and warm throughout the upcoming freezing months. Well, wearing a pair of the Battery Powered Hand Warming Gloves is necessary so as to keep your palms and fingers warm. These gloves come with battery-powered integral (不可缺的) heating elements which is capable of keeping your hands nice and warm for up to eight hours. It requires a quartet of AA batteries in each glove, and since both gloves are fully lined with a waterproof, breathable material, they might just come in handy during your next snowball fight. Too bad it comes only in one color—black.

小題1:How does FroliCat Dart work?

A．It can make cats run around your house.

B．It can project laser patterns to make cats chase.

C．It can make cats much sleepier than before.

D．It can provide food and drink for cats.

小題2:From the second paragraph, we know that________

A．Lack of power happens to some of us less often than before.

B．The adapter tips cater for all kinds of cell phone brands.

C．The Portable USB Power Supply can charge for some phones.

D．The Portable USB Power Supply can only last for three months.

小題3:Where do the Battery Powered Gloves sell well?
A. Iceland        B. India       C. Australia      D Singapore

Tales From Animal Hospital
David Grant
David Grant has become a familiar face to millions of fans of Animal Hospital . Here Dr Grant tells us the very best of his personal stories about the animals he has treated ,including familiar patients such as the dogs Snowy and Duchess , the delightful cat Marigold Serendipity Diamond . He also takes the reader behind the scenes at Harmsworth Memorial Animal Hospital as he describes his day , from ordinary medical check-ups to surgery （外科手術(shù)）. Tales From Animal Hospital will delight all fans of the program and anyone who has a lively interest in their pet ,whether it be cat , dog or snake I ! $ 14.99 Hardback 272 pp Simon Schuster
ISBN 0751304417
Isaac Newton : The Last Sorcerer
Michael White
Form the author of Stephen Hawking : A Life in Science , comes this colorful description of the life of the world’s first modern scientist . Interesting yet based on fact , Michael White’s learned yet readable new book offers a true picture of Newton completely different from what people commonly know about him . Newton is shown as a gifted scientist with very human weaknesses who stood at the point in history where magic (魔術(shù))ended and science began.
£8.99 Hardback 320 pp Fourth Estate
ISBN 1857024168
Fermat’s Last Theorem
Simon Singh
In 1963 a schoolboy called Andrew Wiles reading in his school library came across the world’s greatest mathematical problem : Fermat’s Last Theorem (定理). First put forward by the French mathematician Pierre de Fermat in the seventeenth century, the theorem had baffled and beaten the finest mathematical minds , including a French woman scientist who made a major advance in working out the problem , and who had to dress like a man in order to be able to study at the Ecole  Polytechnique . Through unbelievable determination Andrew Wiles finally worked out the problem in 1995 . An unusual story of human effort over three centuries , Fermat’s Last Theorem will delight specialists and general readers alike .
£12.99 Hardback 384 pp Fourth Estate
ISBN 1857025210
小題1:What is Animal Hospital ?

A．A news story .	B．A popular book .
C．A research report .	D．A TV program .

小題2:In Michael White’s book , Newton is described as        .

A．a(chǎn) person who did not look the same as in many pictures

B．a(chǎn) person who lived a colorful and meaningful life

C．a(chǎn) great but not perfect man

D．a(chǎn)n old-time magician

小題3:Which of the following best explains the meaning of the word “baffle” as it is used in the text ?

A．To encourage people to raise questions .

B．To cause difficulty in understanding .

C．to provide a person with an explanation .

D．To limit people’s imagination .

小題4:What is the purpose of writing these three texts ?

A．To make the books easier to read	B．To show the importance of science
C．To introduce new authors	D．To sell the books .

There are many places around the city and online to buy Las Vegas show tickets. With dozens of websites you can find at home, ticket box offices, Tix 4 Tonight (one of the two half-price ticket sellers) locations, and ticket sellers along the Las Vegas trip, you might wonder where you could find your best deal.
Major Shows
If you want to see one of the top shows in Las Vegas, you could buy your tickets online before your trip. Many of these shows sell out months ahead of time, so make sure you do your research.
Best Place to Buy Discounted (打折的) Tickets
If you want discounted tickets for Las Vegas shows, you should go to one of the four Tix 4 Tonight locations. These locations get tickets early in the morning or throughout the day if shows are not sold out. Do not expect to find discounted tickets here for the hottest shows in town such as one-night concerts or shows like Celine Dion’s. These seldom make their way to Tix 4 Tonight.
Coupon books (代金劵)
As you walk along the Las Vegas Strip, you are going to come across people handing out the Vegas Values coupon books or other coupons. These may help you find discounted coupons for various shows around town. Tickets bought with coupons have to be bought at the box office for the show. These are usually located near the theater used for the show.
On-Strip Sellers
If you see people standing on the Strip selling show tickets, make sure you avoid them. While a few of these sellers might be legitimate (合法的)，they often cheat people by selling counterfeit (偽造的) tickets.
Catching a show in Las Vegas is one of the various activities people take part in every single day. While there is not one set place to be the best to buy tickets, make sure you get to see the show you want.
小題1:If you want to see Celine Dion’s performance, you should buy the tickets __ _____.

A．from the tickets sellers along the Strip

B．through online shopping

C．a(chǎn)t the Tix 4 Tonight locations

D．on the day of the performance

小題2:What’s the author’s purpose in writing this text?

A．To introduce various Las Vegas shows.

B．To introduce the interesting places in Las Vegas.

C．To tell people the ways of getting Las Vegas show tickets.

D．To tell people the advantage of getting tickets online.

小題3:In which part of a newspaper could we find the text?

A．Business.

B．News.

C．Travel.

D．Sports.

Rooster Morris is an author, entertainer, storyteller, musician, and composer. He has performed for over 4.5 million students in elementary schools, public libraries and museums. Rooster shares with the audience some of the stories in children’s books. Kids walk away from his performances, believing they can write, draw, perform, sing, or play a musical instrument. Most importantly, students walk away, believing reading will open the doors to every opportunity in life.
Everyone knows authors write books, but how many students actually have the opportunity to watch a published author read from their books? When a student has the advantage of meeting an author and has the opportunity to ask questions, they realize authors are people from far-away places. Rooster points out these misunderstandings and explains how he started writing.
Rooster talks of habits being one of the most important things in a person’s life. If people develop good habits, they will achieve their goals and be ready for anything. Rooster talks about how he wanted to play the fiddle（小提琴）when he was a young boy. He learns to make a habit of practicing the fundamentals. Rooster shows the kids the pay-off — he plays a song in front of the audience and brings the excitement to a new level.
Rooster will educate and entertain the audience. Many students begin writing after having seen Rooster’s program. When children hear someone they admire say, “You can do anything if you want to do it,” it motivates them into action.
Laid-Back West, Inc. has been booking authors for schools for over 13 years. We know the value of a successful author visit and can invite Rooster and other authors to visit your school.
小題1:After attending Rooster Morris’ performances, kids _____.

A．a(chǎn)re asked to write an article

B．a(chǎn)re able to play an instrument

C．a(chǎn)re well prepared to start school

D．become more confident about themselves

小題2:What does Rooster Morris do during his performances?
① Read books.
② Play an instrument.
③ Give out books.
④ Teach the audience how to draw.
⑤ Perform a play.

A．①②

B．①③

C．③④

D．②⑤

小題3:Rooster talks about how he learnt to play the fiddle in order to prove that _________．

A．writing needs creativity

B．forming good habits is important

C．learning to play an instrument is not easy

D．people should take action to achieve their goals

小題4:The main purpose of the passage is to            .

A．sell Rooster Morris’ children’s books

B．persuade kids to attend Rooster Morris’ school

C．encourage children to write

D．a(chǎn)ttract customers for Laid-Back West, Inc.

Stewart Island Ferry Services
While most visitors spend at least one night on Stewart Island, it is also readily accessible by ferry as a day excursion from Invercargill and Bluff.
Experience Foveaux Strait in comfort and style on board our express catamarans. During the one-hour crossing between Bluff and Stewart Island keep a lookout for wildlife, especially seabirds. Watching mollymawks (albatross) soaring behind the ferry is a fantastic sight.
Interesting landmarks commonly seen include Dog Island Lighthouse, Ruapuke Island, Titi Islands and Mt Anglem - Stewart Island’s highest point.
?         Free tea and coffee on board
?         Interpretation handouts are available (English only).
?         Wheelchair access available
?         Personal baggage is carried free on the ferries - max. two bags per person (one stowed and one small carry-on). Additional baggage is by prior arrangement.
?         Vehicle parking available at Bluff (extra cost - reservations recommended)

FERRY TO STEWART ISLAND Depart Bluff All year 9:30am Sep-May 5:00pm Oct –Apr 11:00am Jun –Aug 4:30pm Late Dec –mid Jan8:00am	FERRY TO BLUFF Depart Stewart Island All year 8:00am Sep –May 3:30pm Oct –Mar 6:00pm Apr 5:00pm Jun-Aug 3:00pm Late Dec –mid Jan 9:30am
Other departures as locally advertised Duration 1hr Check-in 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. (Check-in and boarding gates are closed 10 minutes prior to times stated above.)

 “20% Multi-Purchase REWARD” on Return Ferry Services
Buy 2 or more different excursions and SAVE 20% off all lower priced!
Kids Go FREE on selected departures during NZ School Holidays!
Kids Go FREE for travel 20 April - 5 May 2013.
小題1:If leaving a car at Bluff, a traveler had better _____.

A．refer to the handouts first

B．use wheelchair access

C．make a reservation

D．park it 30 minutes before departure time

小題2:John, who went to Stewart Island on Dec. 28^th, got to the ferry dock at 7:55am. When did he      most probably leave Bluff?

A．At 8:00a.m..

B．At 9:30a.m..

C．At 11:00a.m..

D．At 3:00p.m..

小題3:Which of the following is false about the ferry services?

A．Tea and coffee are free for passengers.

B．Children go free for travel for about 15 days.

C．Travelers are sure to see some seabirds during the crossing.

D．Passengers have to pay extra cost for extra pieces of luggage.

Wanted, Someone for a Kiss
We' re looking for producers to join us on the sound of London Kiss 100 FM. You' ll work on the station's music programmes. Music production experience in radio is necessary, along with rich knowledge of modern dance music. Please apply(申請(qǐng))in writing to Producer Vacancies, Kiss 100.
Father Christmas
We're looking for a very special person, preferably over 40, to fill our Father Christmas suit.
Working days: Every Saturday from November 24 to December 15 and every day from December 17 to December 24 except Sundays, l0:30 - 16:00.
Excellent pay.
Please contact (聯(lián)系) the Enterprise Shopping Centre, Station Parade, Eastbourne.
Accountants Assistant
When you join the team in our Revenue Administration Unit, you will be providing assistance within all parts of the Revenue Division, dealing with post and other general duties. If you are educated to GCSE grade C level we would like to talk to you. This position is equally suitable for a school leaver or for somebody who has office experience.
Wealden District Council
Software Trainer
If you are aged 24 -45 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 ￡15,000 for the right person. Please apply by sending your CV (簡(jiǎn)歷) to Mrs. R.. Oglivie, Palmlaee Limited.
小題1:Who should you get in touch with if you hope to work in a radio station?

A．Producer Vacancies, Kiss 100.

B．Mrs Oglivie, Palmlace Limited.

C．The Enterprise Shopping Centre.

D．Wealden District Council.

小題2:We learn from the ads that the Enterprise Shopping Centre needs a person who   

A．is aged between 24 and 40

B．may do some training work

C．should deal with general duties

D．can work for about a month

小題3:Which position is open to recent school graduates?

A．Producer, London Kiss.	B．Father Christmas.
C．Accountants Assistant.	D．Software Trainer.

小題4:What kind of person would probably apply to Palmlaee Limited?

A．One with GCSE grade C level.

B．One with some office experience.

C．One having good computer knowledge.

D．One trained in producing music programmes.

1Art exhibition: The 16th Asian International Art exhibition from Dec.18, 2005 to Jan.10, 2006 at the Guangdong Museum of Art.
The exhibition will highlight over 300 works from Japan, Korea, China Mainland, China Hong Kong, China Macau, Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippine, Indonesia and Australia.
RMB 70, 90, 100
Booking Tel: 88677766
2Concert: Christmas Concert performed by German organist Thorsten Macder and the Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Yu Feng.
RMB 80,120,180,230
8pm on Dec 23
Symphony performing Hall. Guangdong Xinghai Concert Hall.
Booking Tel: 87352222
3Thailand cuisine festival: In the Greenery Café at Garden Hotel from Dec.20, 2005 to Feb 20,2006.
Booking Tel: 87675443
4Performance: At Sun Yatsen Memorial Hall; 8pm on December 6,7,9
RMB 100,160,200,260
Tel: 89785656
小題1:The group of the advertisements are mainly about          in Guangzhou Morning Post.

A．sports

B．business trade

C．city life

D．city guide

小題2:If you want to go to the concert with your two friends, you will at least carry  ____ yuan with you.

A．240

B．160

C．80

D．190

小題3:The countries in the 16th Asian International Art Exhibition are all in Asia except         .

A．Korea

B．China Macau

C．Indonesia

D．Australia

小題4:If you want to enjoy yourself on December 7, you will probably dial the telephone number          .

A．89785656

B．87675443

C．87352222

D．88677766

Founded in 1764 by French traders, St. Louis today is the fifteenth largest urban area in the United States. There are many attractive destinations for touists．
★American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog
Dog lovers who visit St. Louis won’t want to miss this 14,000-square-foot museum. Inside are over 500 paintings，prints, watercolors，and a variety of other dog art objects.
The Museum is open year round，Tuesday through Saturday 10 AM to 4 PM, and Sunday 1 PM to 5 PM. Admission is ＄5 for adults，＄2.50 for seniors, and ＄1 for children up to 14.
★Anheuser Busch Brewery
The Anheuser Buxch Brewery tour is not just for beer lovers．The tour includes the historic Brew House．Then the tour continues to the modern Bevo Packaging Plant. The best will be the Budweiser Clydesdale stables. The tours are always free．
★Gateway Arch
Designed by Eero Sarinen and Hannskari Bandel, it took over two years and 900 tons of stainless steel to build. It is the tallest of the country’s National Monuments. The Arch is part of the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial. About one milion people per year come to the top of the Arch, where there is an observation platform providing a great view of the city.
★The St. Louis Zoo
First version of the St. Louis Zoo opened in 1904 at the St. Louis World’s Fair, but in the century since it has grown into one of the chief zoos in the world. The passenger train takes visitors around the Zoo，which contains over 9,000 animals of over 800 species.
The Zoo is open every day but Christmas and New Year，with summer hours of 8 AM to 7 PM，and hours the rest of the year of 9 AM to 5 PM．Admission to the Zoo is free．
小題1:If a senior high school student plans to visit American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog with his parents and his five-year-old brother，he has to pay ______．

A．＄8.5

B．＄12

C．＄13.5

D．＄16

小題2:If you are interested in how to make beer，you can visit ________．

A．The St. Louis Zoo

B．Anheuser Busch Brewery

C．Gateway Arch

D．American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog

小題3:Which of the following statements about Gateway Arch is TRUE?

A．People can see the city clearly on the top of the Arch.

B．It was designed by two famous Italian architects.

C．It took 900 tons of stainless steel and cement to build.

D．It is the largest of the country ‘s National Monuments.

小題4:If you plan to visit the St. Louis Zoo, you can go there _____.

A．on New Year ‘Day

B．on ChristmasDay

C．a(chǎn)t 5:30 p.m. in winter

D．a(chǎn)t 8:30 a.m. in summer

Finally, a cell phone
That's ... a phone
With rates as low as $3.75 per week!
“Well, I finally did it. I finally decided to enter the digital age and get a cell phone. My kids have been annoying me and the last straw was when my car broke down，and I was stuck by the highway for an hour before someone stopped to help. But when I went to the cell phone store, I almost changed my mind. The phones all have cameras, computers and a "global-positioning" something or other that's supposed to spot me from space. Goodness, all I want to do is to be able to talk to my grandkids! The people at the store weren't much help. They couldn't understand why someone wouldn't want a phone the size of a postage stamp. And the rate plans! They were confusing, and expensive ... and the contract (合同）lasted for two years! I'd almost given up until a friend told me about her new Jitterbug phone. Now, I have the convenience and safety of being about to stay in touch --- with a phone I can actually use. ”
Affordable plans that I can understand一and no contract to sign (簽訂）！ Unlike other cell phones，Jitterbug has plans that make sense. Why should I pay for minutes I'm never going to use? And if I do talk more than I plan, I won't find myself with no minutes like my friend who has a prepaid phone. Best of all, there is no contract to sign—so I'm not locked in for years at a time. The US-based customer service is second to none. And the phone gets service anywhere in the country.

Monthly Minutes	50	100
Monthly Rate	$14.99	$19.99
911 Access	FREE	FREE
Long Distance Calls	No additional charge	No additional charge
Friendly Return Policy	30 days	30 days

   Call now and receive a FREE gift when you order. Try Jitterbug for 30 days and if you don't love it, just return it!  Why wait, the Jitterbug comes ready to use right out of the box. If you aren't as happy with it as I am, you can return it and get your money back. Call now, the Jitterbug product experts are ready to answer your questions. Call 1-888-809-8794 or visit www. jitterbugdirect.com.
小題1: What made “I” finally think of getting a cell phone?

A．Being stuck by the highway.

B．Being urged by his grandkids.

C．Being persuaded by cell phone salespersons.

D．Being attracted by the friendly return policy.

小題2: On the monthly basis of 100 minutes, the Jitterbug weekly rate is about _______.

A．$3.75

B．$4.99

C．$14. 99

D．$19.99

小題3: An advantage of Jitterbug mentioned in the passage is _______.

A．its discount price with a free gift

B．its reasonable rate plans without a contract

C．its good customer service all over the world

D．its “global-positioning” system with 911 access

小題4: The main purpose of the passage is to _______.

A．tell a customer's story of Jitterbug

B．provide two ways to order Jitterbug

C．give a brief introduction of Jitterbug

D．a(chǎn)ttract potential customers to Jitterbug

Birds have long been known to be the disease carries for years, but now they are receiving so much pressure due to Avian Bird Flu. Bird cause health danger to humans and animals in or around their droppings.
Bird Buffer Q2, is designed to protect your facility from unwanted troublesome birds naturally, and is especially effective for sparrow control. When birds keep coming back and you’ve tried everything imaginable, it’s time for Bird Buffer Q2.
Bird control is now safe, easy, and economical with Bird Buffer. The Bird Buffer is also simple to operate. Just hang it with Bird Buffer cables or set it on the roof. Fill it with the specially?prepared liquid, and turn it on. It is that simple. Bird Buffer Q2 is a permanent, automatic and cost?effective commercial process for indoor and outdoor bird control. Contact Bird Buffer LLC ＠www. Birdbuffer.com or call 866－557－4274.
Bird Buffer Q2 Frequently Asked Questions:
a) How does Bird Buffer Q2 work?
It is operated by an electrically?controlled sprayer(噴霧器）to spread the vapor at 90 mph over larger areas. A time releases the vapor every 2 minutes into the air to keep fresh vapor in the area for birds. When birds fly through the area, the tiny particles（顆粒） of vapor enter the birds breathing system, making the birds fly away. When the birds come back, they once again breathe the particles and fly away. After a few weeks, birds remember their responses and stay away.
b) How much water is needed per month?
About one gallon a mouth
c) How long does it take to get bird control?
Usually two weeks is enough to control flocks of birds from the treated area. It takes time for the birds to find a new home and new feeding grounds.
小題1:It can be inferred that the text is used_________.    .

A．to promote the product

B．to warn people not to go near birds

C．to remind people of the present situation of bird control is

D．to inform people what the present situation of bird control is

小題2:Where can Bird Buffer Q2 be most likely used?

A．In basements.	B．In wild forests.
C．In wildlife zoos.	D．In outdoor restaurants.

小題3:Which of the following words can best describe Bird Buffer Q2?

A．Attractive

B．Inexpensive

C．Time?saving

D．Dangerous

小題4:All of the following aspects of bird control using Bird Buffer Q2 are mentioned except_______.

A．the time taken	B．the amount of water needed
C．the way it works	D．the side effects brought about