【題目】For some people, music is no fun at all. About four percent of the population is what scientists call “amusic.” People who are amusic are born without the ability to recognize or reproduce musical notes (音調(diào)). Amusic people often cannot tell the difference between two songs. Amusics can only hear the difference between two notes if they are very far apart on the musical scale.

As a result, songs sound like noise to an amusic. Many amusics compare the sound of music to pieces of metal hitting each other. Life can be hard for amusics. Their inability to enjoy music set them apart from others. It can be difficult for other people to identify識別 with their condition. In fact, most people cannot begin to grasp what it feels like to be amusic. Just going to a restaurant or a shopping mall can be uncomfortable or even painful. That is why many amusics intentionally stay away from places where there is music. However, this can result in withdrawal and social isolation隔離. “I used to hate parties,” says Margaret, a seventy-year-old woman who only recently discovered that she was amusic. By studying people like Margaret, scientists are finally learning how to identify this unusual condition.

Scientists say that the brains of amusics are different from the brains of people who can appreciate music. The difference is complex, and it doesn’t involve defective hearing. Amusics can understand other nonmusical sounds well. They also have no problems understanding ordinary speech. Scientists compare amusics to people who just can’t see certain colors.

Many amusics are happy when their condition is finally diagnosed (診斷). For years, Margaret felt embarrassed about her problem with music. Now she knows that she is not alone. There is a name for her condition. That makes it easier for her to explain. “When people invite me to a concert, I just say, ‘No thanks, I’m amusic,’” says Margaret. “I just wish I had learned to say that when I was seventeen and not seventy.”

【1】Which of the following is true of amusics?

A．Listening to music is far from enjoyable for them.

B．They love places where they are likely to hear music.

C．They can easily tell two different songs apart.

D．Their situation is well understood by musicians.

【2】According to paragraph 3, a person with “defective hearing” is probably one who __________.

A．dislikes listening to speeches

B．can hear anything nonmusical

C．has a hearing problem

D．lacks a complex hearing system

【3】 In the last paragraph, Margaret expressed her wish that __________.

A．her problem with music had been diagnosed earlier

B．she were seventeen years old rather than seventy

C．her problem could be easily explained

D．she were able to meet other amusics

【4】What is the passage mainly concerned with?

A．Amusics’ strange behaviours.

B．Some people’s inability to enjoy music.

C．Musical talent and brain structure.

D．Identification and treatment of amusics.

【題目】閱讀下面材料，在空白處填入適當(dāng)?shù)膬?nèi)容（1個單詞）或括號內(nèi)單詞的正確形式。

In the past, human activities 【1】 (have) little effect on global warming, but now they have caused the rise of the earth temperature. All scientists agree that the increase in the temperature results 【2】 the burning of fossil fuels. One of some byproducts 【3】 (call) greenhouse gases is carbon dioxide which can trap more heat energy in the atmosphere.

Over the last 100 years, the temperature of the earth 【4】 (increase). The 【5】 (attitude) towards this rise are completely different. Some are positive 【6】 others are negative. Those who are positive think that without the greenhouse gases the earth would be 【7】 (cool) than it is, 【8】 would not be suitable to live on. Others think the rise of the earth temperature may cause severe storms, floods, droughts and so on.

【9】 (actual), green house gases will continue to build up in the atmosphere. Luckily, we human beings are doing what we can 【10】 (reduce) green house gases. More importantly, individuals can make a difference.

【題目】書面表達（共1小題）

一家英語報社向中學(xué)生征文，主題是“十年后的我”、請根據(jù)下列要求和你的想象完成短文、

1、家庭

2、工作

3、業(yè)余生活

注意：1、次數(shù)100左右；2、可以適當(dāng)增加細節(jié)，以使行文連貫；3．開頭語已為你寫好

I often imagine what my life will be like in the future．

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【題目】根據(jù)短文內(nèi)容，從短文后選項中選出能填入空白處的最佳選項。選項中有兩項為多余選項。

Anxious about being alone? Don’t be. 【1】 , some researchers suggest it is wise for us to overcome the anxiety that seems to accompany loneliness, as there are lots of benefits of being alone.

We miss joy and pleasure less.

【2】 . This kind of fear causes us to give up much fun. For example, people have activities that they want to do—see a movie or a show that’s coming to town for one night only—but they lack friends to go with them, and so they miss it, 【3】 .

【4】 .

In a previous study, researchers found that those who spend a lot of time with close friends may be less associated with others, causing others feel they are cold and proud. So learning to be alone means leaning to get along well with strangers.

We become better people.

Some experts think being alone can provide us a good environment for us to reflecting on our actions and thinking about future personal improvements. 【5】 .The process allows us to look back upon the past, and return to the world with more insight and energy.

A. For many, the idea of going to a concert or out to dinner alone is terrified.

B. However, doing an activity alone isn’t any less enjoyable than taking a friend

C. The followings are the advantages of doing so

D. We’re kinder to strangers

E. Spending some time to do these things can make us happier and more independent

F. We can have fun with other friends

G. Although being alone isn’t our most comfortable state

【題目】假定英語課上老師要求同桌之間交換修改作文，請你修改你同桌寫的以下作文。文中共有10處語言錯誤，每句中最多有兩處，每處錯誤僅涉及一個單詞的增加、刪除或修改。

增加：在缺詞處加一個漏字符號（∧），并在其下面寫出該加的詞。

刪除：把多余的詞用斜線（\）劃掉。

修改：在錯的詞下劃一橫線，并在該詞下面寫出修改后的詞。

注意：1.每處錯誤及其修改均限一詞。

2.只允許修改10處，多者（從第11處起）不計分。

Here is my idea about how a friend is like. Firstly, a friend is someone you can share your secrets. If you tell him a secret, never will he talks about it with anybody else. Besides, a friend is always good listener when you need one. After hear your sad stories, he will say some words that is nice and warm. Still, your happiness makes him happily too. What’s more, a good friend is willing to offer the help to which you need, or can at least give you some advices. In a word, friends are those you like and trust, and you will enjoy every minute that you spent with them.

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【題目】閱讀下面材料，在空白處填入適當(dāng)?shù)膬?nèi)容（僅限一個單詞）或括號內(nèi)單詞的正確形式。

Good morning, everyone. I am Li Hua from Xinhua Middle School. The topic of my speech today is “Let’s Ride Bicycles”.

【1】 is known to us all, 【2】 the development of society, cars have become 【3】 popular means of transport, 【4】 brings great convenience (便捷) to our life. 【5】 (lucky), they have also caused some problems such as air pollution and traffic jams.

【6】 can we solve the problems ? As far as I 【7】 (concern), riding bicycles is a good solution 【8】 them. For one thing, bicycles don’t need any petrol(汽油) and they are energy-saving. For another, bicycles are environmentally friendly 【9】 they won’t give off waste gases. What’s more, riding bicycles is a good way of exercising and it is good to our health.

Therefore, it is worth 【10】 (try). Let’s take the responsibility to build up a beautiful city by riding bicycles. Come on and join us.

That’s all. Thank you!

【題目】單詞拼寫（共1小題）

閱讀下面材料，在空白處填入適當(dāng)?shù)膬?nèi)容（不多于3個單詞）或括號內(nèi)單詞的正確形式。

One morning, I was waiting at the bus stop, worried about __【1】_ (be) late for school．

There were many people waiting at the bus stop, ___【2】___ some of them looked very anxious and __【3】__(disappoint) ．when the bus finally came, we all hurried on board．I got a place next ___【4】___ the window, so I had a good view of the sidewalk．A boy on a bike ____【5】__ (catch ) my attention．He was riding beside the bus and waving his arms．I heard a passenger behind me shouting to the driver, but he refused ___【6】___(stop) until we reached the next stop．Still, the boy kept ___【7】__(ride)．He was carrying something over his shoulder and shouting．Finally, when we came to the next stop, the boy ran up to the door of the bus．I heard an excited conversation．Then the driver stood up and asked, “____【8】__ anyone lose a suitcase at the last stop?” A woman on the bus shouted, “Oh, dear! It ‘s ____【9】___ (I )”．She pushed her way to the driver and took the suitcase thankfully, Everyone on the bus began talking about what the boy had done, and the crowd of strangers ___【10】__(sudden) became friendly to one another．

【題目】根據(jù)短文內(nèi)容，從短文后的選項中選出能填入空白處的最佳選項。選項中有兩項為多余選項。注意：請將答案轉(zhuǎn)涂到答題卡上，寫在本試卷上無效。

Forgiveness

Forgiveness is a quality that is difficult to have. When someone has deeply hurt you, it can be extremely difficult to let go of your hate. However, forgiveness is possible, and it can be surprisingly beneficial to your physical and mental health. People who forgive show less sadness, anger and stress and more hopefulness, according to a recent research.

【1】 Try the following steps：

Calm yourself. 【2】 You can take a couple of breaths and think of something that gives you pleasure: a beautiful scene in nature, or someone you love.

Don’t wait for an apology. Many times the person who hurt you does not intend to apologize. They may have wanted to hurt you or they just don’t see things the same way 【3】 Keep in mind that forgiveness does not necessarily mean becoming friends again with the person who upset you.

Take the control away from your offender(冒犯者). Rethinking about your hurt gives power to the person who caused you pain. Instead of focusing on your wounded feelings, learn to look for the love, beauty and kindness around you.

【4】 If you understand your offender, you may realize that he or she was acting out of unawareness, fear, and even love. You may want to write a letter to yourself from your offender’s point of view.

Don’t forget to forgive yourself. 【5】 But it can rob(奪取) you of your self-confidence if you don’t do it.

A. How should you start to forgive?

B. Why should you forgive?

C. Try to see things from your offender’s angle.

D. Recognize the benefits of forgiveness.

E. For some people, forgiving themselves is the biggest challenge.

F. If you wait for people to apologize, you could be waiting an awfully long time.

G. To make your anger die away, try a simple stress management technique.

【題目】H.T.B. Arts Center

FILM Tickets 2.50 / 1.50. Performances at 8 pm unless started otherwise.

WILD AT HEART 127mins.

Wen 6--Fri8 February

Director: David Lynch

Starring: Nicholas Cage, Laura Dern, Willam Dafoe. A first--class film. Cage and his girlfriend Dean are on the run through the dangerous Deep South. They are hiding from gunmen who have been hired to kill Cage by Dean's mother. Victims, yes—but they also have fun. It's wild at heart, strange on top. Funny, frightening and brilliant.

DICK TRACY 113mins

Mon 11--Sat16 February 6pm

Tickets on sale 5--6 pm

Director: Warren Beatty

Starring: Warren Beatty , Madonna The famous detective (偵探)tries to stop Big Boy and the Blank from taking over the city. A colorful and exciting film. Some parts are frightening, so think twice about taking children.

BATMAN 126mins

Mon11--Sat16 February 8.30pm

Tickets on sale 7.30--8.30pm

PIZZA PLUS offer 6--7pm

Director: Tim Burton

Starring: Michael Keaton, Jack Nicholson. A few essential questions must be asked...Is Batman a mad hero? Why does Bruce Wayne spend millions dressing up as a bat? Has Nicholson's Joker stolen the whole movie? Great action and excellent acting, especially by Nicholson.

【1】We know from Wild at Heart that _________.

A. Cage was not accepted by his future mother-in-law.

B. Wild at Heart is funny rather than frightening.

C. A famous detective happened to help Cage and Dean.

D. Cage and Dean are playing the hide-and-seek game with Dean’s mother.

【2】According to the text, we can learn that _________.

A. Batman has the longest running time

B. One can buy tickets in advance for all the films

C. While watching Batman one can enjoy pizza at 7:30 pm.

D. You’d better not take your children with you to see Dick Tracy

【3】 Where can we most probably read this text?

A. In an advertisement page.

B. In a movie review.

C. In a short story.

D. In an introduction of an art center.

【題目】 短文改錯

假定英語課上老師要求同桌之間交換修改作文，請你修改你同桌寫的以下作文。

文中共有10處語言錯誤，每句中最多有兩處。錯誤涉及一個單詞的增加、刪除或修改。

增加：在缺詞處加一個漏字符號（^），并在其下面寫出該加的詞。

刪除：把多余的詞用斜線（\）劃掉。

修改：在錯的詞下劃一個橫線，并在該詞下面寫出修改后的詞。

注意：1. 每處錯誤及其修改均僅限一詞；

2. 只允許修改10處，多者（從第11處起）不計分。

People often come up across the word “SOHO” in the newspaper or magazine. But not everyone knows how it means. As the matter of fact, “SOHO” means “Small Office/ Home Office”. Now many people use computer, so it is possible for you to work at their homes. They needn’t go to offices. They can usually work fast and better at home. By work at home, they save a lot of time and energy. They needn’t spend time on the road but they won’t feel tired or angry because the bad traffic. Maybe in the future, more and more people would be “SOHO” workers.