Audio books (有聲圖書) are becoming more and more popular these years. One of the 【1】 (reason) is that audio books can be “read” in many places. The place that many people like to listen to audio books best 【2】 (be) in bed. They like to just lie in bed in 【3】 dark before they fall asleep at night.

This would be the perfect time 【4】 (listen) to an audio book. If you read an ordinary book, the lights have to be turned on 【5】 you have to turn the pages with your hand. An audio book can just be listened to while a person is lying 【6】 (comfortable) in bed. The kitchen is also a good place to listen to audio books. For some people kitchen chores are 【7】 (bore). Audio books provide good 【8】 (entertain), and people don’t need to turn pages.

An audio book is a favorite while a person is gardening. It can help take a person’s mind 【9】 the job at hand. An audio book is also a favorite while a person is exercising. It allows the mind to be free while the legs, body and arms 【10】 (keep) busy.

The moon is located almost 240,000 miles from the Earth. Armstrong and his crew, which included fellow astronauts Michael Collins and Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin, began their journey into space on the Apollo 11 Lunar Module (登月 艙) on July 16, 1969. Armstrong was the commander of the mission (任務(wù)) and he was the one who piloted the aircraft to the surface of the moon. At almost 11 pm on July 20, 1969, Armstrong exited the craft and set foot on the moon, saying the now famous words, “That’s one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind.”

Aldrin later exited the Apollo 11 Lunar Module as he and Armstrong collected samples (樣品) from the moon that they could bring back to the Earth with them and study. Also, they took photographs of the moon and its surroundings as well as their footprints on the moon. Michael Collins, the third member of the crew, remained in the command module during this time.

The mission began its return from the moon on July 24, 1969, four days after its historic landing. The Apollo 11 returned, landing just west of Hawaii in the Pacific Ocean. The three-member crew was kept away from others for three weeks just to be sure they were not carrying any unknown diseases or illnesses. After all, it was the first time the moon had been explored, so nobody really knew what to expect. Following that, they were treated as heroes.

【1】What do we know about the mission?

A. It ended on July 16, 1969.

B. Michael Collins piloted the craft.

C. Three astronauts were in the craft.

D. Edwin Aldrin was the commander.

【2】What does the underlined part “giant leap” refer to?

A. The first time man has landed on the moon.

B. Three members’ successful cooperation.

C. Mankind’s first time to know the unknown.

D. The shortening distance between the moon and the Earth.

【3】What did Michael Collins do as the others were collecting samples?

A. He studied the samples. B. He also collected samples.

C. He took some photographs. D. He stayed in the command module.

【4】Why were the astronauts kept away from others after their return?

A. Because they had become ill.

B. Because they needed to take a good rest.

C. Because they carried unknown diseases on them.

D. Because they might have brought back hidden dangers.

It is a state holiday in Rhode Island on May 4 each year. If May 4 falls on a Saturday, it is observed on Friday, May 3. If May 4 falls on a Sunday，it is observed on Monday, May 5.

A wide range of local events are arranged to mark it. These events may take place on a Saturday close to May 4 to enable people to attend. On this day, state offices are closed. However, stores and business are open.

Confederate Memorial Day (CM Day)

It is a state holiday in Alabama, Florida, and Georgia on the fourth Monday in April. In Mississippi it is observed on the last Monday in April. In South Carolina and North Carolina it falls on May 10. It is known as Confederate Heroes’ Day in Texas, where it is held on January 19 each year. Only one day off is given to workers if it coincides with Martin Luther King Day.

Truman Day (T Day)

It is a state holiday in Missouri, the United States, on or around May 8 each year. It honors Harry S Truman, a United States president who was born in Missouri. It is a public holiday, and it is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

National Missing Children’s Day (NMC Day)

It is an annual observation across America designed to draw attention to the problem of child abduction. It is not a public holiday and falls on May 25 — on that date in 1979, six-year-old New Yorker Ethan Patz disappeared on his way to school. It was first observed in 1983.

【1】Why are the events for RII Day held on Saturday?

A.More people can join in them.

B.RII Day is celebrated on Saturdays.

C.Officials can manage them better.

D.Stores and business are open on the day.

【2】What can we know about CM Day?

A.It falls on the same day in different states.

B.It may be observed with another holiday.

C.It is the oldest of the four holidays.

D.It is celebrated every other year.

【3】Which is a state public holiday?

A.CM Day.B.RII Day.

C.T Day.D.NMC Day.

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I am blessed have my parents with me. My dad is a reasonable man who teach me high moral values and always guides me to take a right path. My mother is so kind the woman. She shows me the meaning of selfless love and was always standing by my side. She always smiles, which encourages me to face all kinds of problem in my life confident. The older I get, and the more I realize what fortunate I am to have them. It is my parents that devote themselves to help me get a good education. I believe I will achieve my dreams with our help.

【1】 You will become more confident and independent and learn to get on with all sorts of different people during the year, which will help you when you go to university or college. 【2】 Students who have had a gap year are more likely to be satisfied with their chosen courses and, therefore, are more likely to finish them.

【3】 Doing voluntary work overseas is one of the most rewarding ways of spending your gap year. If you don’t want to work, there are plenty of other exciting educational possibilities to consider. How about studying art history in Italy? Perhaps you would like to take up acting and want to try a drama course in your gap year. 【4】 Maybe it has always been your dream to visit China, or India or even Australia.

Of course, you don’t have to leave home. The key to a constructive gap year is to learn new skills and work out what you want to do with your life. You can do this just as easily in your own country as you can on the other side of the world. 【5】.

A. There are many reasons to take a gap year.

B. The universities actively encourage gap year.

C. What are the most common types of gap year?

D. Having a gap year can help gain relevant work experience and key skills.

E. There are plenty of established volunteering project you can research online.

F. Perhaps you would rather just fill your backpack and go off on an adventure.

G. Employers will often ask you what you gained from the year, not where you went.

John Peter Zenger

This man published the New York Weekly Journal in the 1700s. He wrote honestly about the British government, and in 1735 he was arrested (逮捕). He was found not guilty, since what he wrote was based on truth. His case helped influence the American Revolution.

Benjamin Franklin

We know that Benjamin Franklin had a lot of interests. But many people don’t realize that the inventor and founding father was also a journalist. His The Pennsylvania Gazette began in the 1730s, and Franklin used it to help get his ideas out and influence the public leading up to the American Revolution.

William Randolph Hearst

Hearst was well known as one of the biggest publishers and journalists of his time. He started with The San Francisco Examiner, and went from there. Hearst was one of the starters of “yellow journalism”, which started a new field of journalism that used eye-catching headlines to draw the attention of readers.

Helen Thomas

This woman is the first lady of print journalism. Helen Thomas has been a White House reporter since 1961. She is known for her bold (大膽的) questions, and for her ability to get to the heart of the matter. Thomas gained new influence and fame when George W. Bush was President for her sharp questions and comments.

【1】Why was John Peter Zenger not guilty?

A. He didn’t lie at all.

B. The police got the wrong guy.

C. He took part in the American Revolution.

D. His achievements were greater than his faults.

【2】Which role of Franklin may surprise you most?

A. A father. B. A leader.

C. An inventor. D. A journalist.

【3】What’s the biggest feature of “yellow journalism”?

A. It was created by Hearst. B. Its newspapers were in yellow.

C. It used little tricks to attract readers. D. It came from The San Francisco Examiner.

【4】Who has the most contact with the White House?

A. John Peter Zenger. B. Helen Thomas.

C. Benjamin Franklin. D. William Randolph Hearst.

This was the first time that I had ever got in _______. For about two months, I was _______ and had no one to _______. I kept everything to myself because I was not _______ talking about everything that had _______. I didn’t even talk to my head teacher and lied to him by saying everything was _______. But my attendance and _______ became worse. I was among the top 30% of my class _______ my rank had dropped by about 6 marks. I was under lots of stress and lacked _______ to do well in school. My biology teacher noticed I didn’t try my _______ and talked with me. She made me realize the last two months was not me.

Now, my working habits have been much better and I know what I want to do with my _______. I plan to take courses in graphic design (平面設(shè)計) in university because I can express my thoughts in a _______ way. I’ll work to my fullest potential (潛能). This is what I _______ and I know that now.

【1】A. midnight B. afternoon C. evening D. morning

【2】A. playing B. sleeping C. sitting D. studying

【3】A. surprise B. regret C. relief D. shame

【4】A. bed B. truck C. room D. office

【5】A. leave B. apologize C. hide D. hurry

【6】A. degree B. license C. card D. course

【7】A. injuring B. visiting C. disturbing D. carrying

【8】A. test B. debt C. trouble D. danger

【9】A. embarrassed B. shocked C. delighted D. depressed

【10】A. care about B. attend to C. turn to D. listen to

【11】A. comfortable with B. curious about C. mad about D. ready for

【12】A. changed B. happened C. worked D. stopped

【13】A. important B. different C. fine D. useful

【14】A. skills B. memories C. examples D. grades

【15】A. for B. but C. because D. though

【16】A. determination B. time C. sight D. acquirement

【17】A. luck B. hand C. best D. fullest

【18】A. power B. adventure C. job D. future

【19】A. short B. creative C. friendly D. familiar

【20】A. want B. discover C. give D. prove

As an attractive city in the Netherlands，Amsterdam is one of the most bicycle-friendly【1】（city）in the world，having over 800，000 bikes in the capital. By comparison，the city has a population of only 750，000，less than 【2】number of bikes. According to a survey【3】（make）5 years ago，490，000 people used bicycles every day.

Up to now，people in Amsterdam【4】（enjoy）the convenience of cycling for decades. The city has special facilities for cyclists，【5】can be used for free. Compared with other transportation in the city，bikes are【6】（clean）and less expensive while also【7】（offer）health benefits.

【8】reason for bicycle riding is that bicycle traffic is【9】（relative）safe. Amsterdammers ride a wide variety 【10】bicycles. Many tourists also discover Amsterdam by bike，which is a typical Dutch way.

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I’m a fat girl. It’s said that if a girl was fat, she has no chance to look beautifully.

I used to think so much. I didn’t even feel like trying different hairstyles, just wear my hair very short. One day when I was in library, I read a book that showed the important of being grateful. I started to be grateful for all that we had. Gradually many change happened. And I started to take a positive attitude for life.

Now I still look fat, so I’m no longer as sad as before. I believe a fat but happy girl can also be attractive.

Opening hours

We open the Museum's galleries daily from 10：00 am until 17：30 pm. We keep selected galleries open until 20：30 pm on Fridays.

The Museum's Great Court is open from 9:00 am until 18:00 pm; except on Fridays when it remains open until 20:30 pm.

You may be asked by your staff to begin leaving up to ten minutes before closing time.

The Museum is closed 24-26 December and 1 January.

Admission

We warmly welcome you on your visit to the Museum. In the interests of the security of all of our visitors we require you follow these regulations.

Admission to the Museum is free, but we may charge for entry to some temporary exhibitions and events.

Food and drink

You aren't allowed to consume food and drink inside the Museum, except in places such as the restaurant and cafes or the forecourt. Families with children may use the Ford Centre for young visitors in the basement of the Museum's Great Court at weekends and during school holidays.

Animals

If you have a disability, you may be accompanied in the Museum by your guide, assistant or companion animal. You aren't allowed to bring animals into the Museum under any other circumstance.

Film, photography and audio recording

Except the place that are indicated by notices, you're permitted to use hand-held cameras (including mobile phones) with flash bulbs or flash units, and audio and film recording equipment not requiring a stand. You may use your photographs, film and audio recordings only for your own private and non-commercial purposes.

【1】When can visitors visit the Museum?

A.At 18:30 pm on weekends.B.At 14:00 am on Christmas Day.

C.At 19:00 pm on Fridays.D.At 11:00 am on New Year's Day.

【2】Who are the regulations mainly intended for?

A.The visitors.B.The staff.

C.The parents.D.The children.

【3】What can visitors do in the Museum?

A.Eat and drink as they like.B.Take along their pet dogs.

C.Record films for sale.D.Take photos for personal purpose.