He       to Guangzhou on business．Otherwise he would spend the birthday with you tomorrow．

A．is going           B．was going            C．is about to go             D．was about to go

--- They suggest the number of cars should be limited to stop air pollution.

---          , the idea is not very practical.

A．Sounds good as it                                       B．As it sounds good

C．As good it sounds                                       D．Good as it sounds

Folk experts believe that the Mid – Autumn Festival is second only to the Chinese New Year,

      express the value of the Chinese nation – family values.

A．both of them        B．both of whom       C．both of which        D．either of which

I wonder          it is        so many people like being wealthy.

A．how; that         B．why; that          C．what; why          D．what, that

--- Could I have your car for a few days?

---           .

A．Yes, you may borrow                                         B．Yes, go on

C．Sure, here you are. Enjoy your journey                D．It doesn’t matter

I was sleeping for over a week after a traffic accident. The only sounds that could be heard were coming from the machines that were   1   me alive.

All my family members were   2   ways to wake me up from my silence.

Greg, my brother – in – law,   3   to take some of my songs I had recently recorded to a local radio station,   4  he explained about my illness. He told them he was   5   I could hear what was going on around me and that he knew having my own songs   6   on the radio had been a huge dream of mine. This would definitely   7  me and do more than any medicine or machine could.

The radio station agreed to help and gave him a specific date and time   8  he could have a radio “  9  ” at my hospital bed. Greg’s decision had filled everyone with   10   and now the moment arrived. Nervous from expectation, all my family members   11   hands and watched over me hoping for a   12  .

The DJ made a pre – song announcement about my   13   to the general audience, and then spoke directly to me.

“Shelly, this is for you. I want you to really listen now. This is not just   14   song we’re playing, but your family’s song of hope. All of us at KKDJ wish you a speedy  15  .”

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Everyone in the room held their breath and watched   16   as the music began. Later they all witnessed the tears   17   down my pale cheeks. Though still not awake, it was obvious I heard my song.

Just a few days later, hope turned into   18  . I did in fact awake. Though not   19   unscathed （未受傷的）, I did not suffer from the disabilities that had been predicted.

Hope is the part of us that makes us pick up the pieces and try again.   20   hope where would we be?

1．A．keeping              B．remaining           C．protecting           D．saving

2．A．sending for          B．making for         C．searching for      D．calling for

3．A．hesitated            B．refused             C．settled                D．decided

4．A．which                B．that                  C．where                D．when

5．A．sure                   B．a(chǎn)bsolute            C．doubtful             D．determined

6．A．performed           B．played              C．done                  D．a(chǎn)cted

7．A．a(chǎn)pproach            B．fetch                C．spread                D．reach

8．A．now that            B．in that              C．so that                D．such that

9．A．by hand             B．on hand            C．on his hands       D．a(chǎn)t his hands

10．A．a(chǎn)mazement         B．hope                C．possibilities         D．scare

11．A．connected          B．combined           C．joined                 D．took

12．A．a(chǎn)ction              B．reaction            C．performance       D．reflection

13．A．mind                B．scene               C．situation             D．status

14．A．Greg’s             B．his                   C．your                   D．our

15．A．concert            B．recovery           C．rescue                D．return

16．A．a(chǎn)nxiously          B．a(chǎn)ssuredly           C．differently           D．confidently

17．A．falling              B．breaking           C．streaming           D．putting

18．A．deeds               B．doubt               C．practice              D．reality

19．A．completely         B．incompletely        C．normally             D．generally

20．A．At                    B．Of                   C．With                   D．Without

Most American kids love Halloween treats, but a bucket of Halloween candy can be a dentist’s nightmare. Some parents try to get rid of half of the candy after their children go to bed, but dentists say parents also need to separate the good kinds of treats from the bad.

It is not exactly what a child eats that truly matters, but how much time it stays in his mouth. According to pediatric dentist Dr. Kaneta Lott, the most damaging stuff is something that is sticky or very hard and thus stays in the mouth for a long time. This is because we all have bacteria in our mouths. When we eat, the bacteria take our food as their food and produce an acid that destroys the surface of the teeth, causing cavities to form. The longer the food stays in the mouth, the more likely cavities will develop. Therefore, potato chips are worse than candy because they get stuck between teeth. For the same reason, raisins and crackers are not the best choice. Hard candies take a long time to consume and are also a bad choice for Halloween treats.

   If children really love candy, dentists recommend that they eat chocolate instead. Unlike hard candies, chocolate dissolves quickly in the mouth. Besides, chocolate contains tannins, which help to kill some of the bacteria in the mouth. But no matter what a child eats, brushing after each meal is still the best way to fight cavities.

1．What is the main purpose of this passage?

     A．To discuss how cavities can be treated.

     B．To point out the problems with Halloween celebrations.

     C．To tell parents what sweets are less damaging to their children’s teeth.

     D．To teach parents the meaning of Halloween candies for their children.

2．Why are hard candies especially bad for teeth?

     A．They may break the child’s teeth.        B．They help bacteria to produce tannins

     C．They contain too much sugar.              D．They stay in the mouth for a long time.

3．According to the passage, which of the following is a better choice for Halloween treats?

     A．Chocolate.         B．Crackers.           C．Raisins.             D．Potato chips.

4．According to the passage, which of the following is true of tannins?

     A．They are produced when the bacteria digest the food.

     B．They help to get rid of some bacteria in the mouth.

     C．They help chocolate to dissolve more quickly.

     D．They destroy the surface of the teeth.

Our spiritual intelligence quotient（精神智商）,or SQ, helps us understand ourselves, and live fuller, happier lives.

       Though we’re all born with SQ, most of us don’t even realize that we have it. Fortunately, you don’t have to sign up for classes to learn how to improve your SQ. Here are some simple steps that can lead you to this new level of understanding.

       Sit Quietly. The process of developing spiritual intelligence begins with solitude （獨處） and silence. To tune in to your spirits, you have to turn down the volume （強度） in your busy, noisy, complicated life and force yourself to do nothing at all. Start small by creating islands for silence in your day. In the car, instead of listening to the music, use the time to think. At work, shut the door to your office between meetings, take a few breaths and let them out very, very slowly. Enjoy the stillness in your home after the kids are finally in bed.

Step Outside. For many people, nature sets their spirit free. Go outside to watch a beautiful sunset. If you are walking with the dog, take the time to admire flowers in bloom; follow the flight of birds and watch clouds float overhead.

       Ask Questions of Yourself. Ask open-ended questions, such as “What am I feeling? What are my choices? Where am I heading?”

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But don’t expect an answer to arrive through some supernatural form or e-mail. “Rarely do I get an immediate answer to my question,” says Reverend Joan Carter, a Presbyterian minister in Sausalito, California. “But later that day I suddenly find myself thinking about a problem in a perspective（角度） I never considered before.”

       Trust Your Spirit. While most of us rely on instinctive feeling to realize danger, spiritual intelligence pushes us, not away from, but towards some action that will lead to a greater good.

1．The passage is mainly about ________.

       A．what your SQ is and in what way it can benefit our life

       B．what your SQ is and in what way it can be improved

       C．the relationship between your SQ and your life

       D．a(chǎn)dvantages and disadvantages of SQ

2．The underlined phrase “tune in to your spirit” in the third paragraph probably means to __ __.

       A．get your spirit relaxed                      B．keep up your spirit

      C．keep seated quietly                         D．change your spirit

3．The author mentions the example of Reverend Joan Carter to show that _________.

      A．there are no immediate answers to your questions

      B．e-mails can’t keep working out a problem

      C．the more questions you ask, the better answers you’ll get

      D．changing your way of thinking might help you solve a problem

4．From the passage, we can know that the most important thing to improve your SQ is       .

      A．a(chǎn) peaceful mind                                   B．deep thought

       C．spare time and hobbies                         D．good spirits

Calendar of Events

WHAT’S GOING ON IN YOUR NEIGUHBORHOOD & LOCAL AREAS

Spring Wildflowers Around Unicol

The wildflower program will begin with a slide （幻燈片） show and lecture on Wildflowers. There will be organized wildflower walks that will help both the novice （初次的） and experienced wildflower enthusiast to better appreciate the colorful and fascinating world of mountain wildflowers. Preregistration （預(yù)先登記） is required. 706 – 878 – 3983 $2 parking. 1788 GA Hwy. 356, Helen, GA, 706-878-3983, Toll Free: 800-573-9659, www. gas - tateparks.com. Directions: GA Hwy. 356

Wings of Flight

Programs on birds, bats, butterflies included activities, educational discussions, crafts and more. Program fees may be required for some activities. $2 Park Pass. Please call 1-800-573-9656 for additional info. 418 Amicalola Falls Lodge Road, Dawsonville, GA, 706-265-8888, Toll Free: 800 –573-9656. www. gastateparks.org. Directions: GA Hwy. 52 from Dawsonville

3 rd ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT

The Chestatee Wildife Preserve, located in Dahlonega, Georgia presents their 3 rd ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT. Fun and prizes for children ages 1 – 12. Admission is adults $ 10.00, children $ 5.00. April 12 th at 2:00 p.m.

The preserve houses （收容） a variety of over 100 different species of animals. Among the residents are Bengal and Siberian tigers, African and Barbary lions, chimpanzees, wallabies, kangaroos, wolves, fox, buffalo, white tigers, elk, peacocks and the list goes on.

Chestatee Wildlife is open 7 days a week from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Call us at 706-864-9411.

Directions: 400 North to end. Continue on Long branch Rd., 5 miles to Hwy. 52. turn right and follow 1 mile. Turn right on Old Dahlonega Hwy. We are 1/2 mile on the left.

1．All of the following are included in the wildflower program EXCPET          .

       A．a(chǎn) slide show                                        B．a(chǎn) discussion

       C．mountain flowers                                 D．organized tours

2．To take part in some activities of the programs on birds, bats and butterflies, one has to pay       .

       A．$ 2 each              B．certain fees          C．less than $ 2        D．only $ 2

3．Children ages 1 – 12 may win prizes if they       in the annual Easter Egg Hunt.

       A．have fun              B．hunt for eggs       C．find eggs             D．take part

4．By “the list goes on” it is meant that        .

       A．the animals mentioned in the list will continue to be on show

       B．the list of the species housed by the Preserve live on

       C．the list of the animals living in the Preserve is long

       D．the preserved animals will continue to be listed

Traditional media platforms such as radio, television, newspaper and the Internet still cannot satisfy people living in fast – paced modern society.

The highly technical development of mobile phones also nurtures （培養(yǎng)）the "thumb culture" and a new alternative media.

    With the aim of "putting the world in your pocket," Shanghai Dragon New Media Co Ltd has recently launched a special cell phone channel - the 5th Media, the first of its kind in China.    

    The channel provides all-day broadcasting of the latest metro, economic, entertainment, sports, fashion, food and travel news. Both China Unicom and China Mobile can use wireless devices to connect to the 5th Media net.

    "All the programs on this channel will be specially planned and edited for cell phone users," says Wu Chunlei, general manager of Shanghai Dragon New Media Co Ltd.

Based on the programs of Shanghai Media Group, the video clips presented by the cell phone channel are more condensed（濃縮的）, immediate and straightforward.

"'Infotainment' （information plus entertainment） is a core （核心的） concept for us," Wu says. "It is inevitable that the public's attraction to this new form of media will be greatly increased."

    Last Wednesday, the cell phone channel presented a live broadcast of "My Hero" concert, which included performances by the winners of the star-making television show. It was the first time locals could watch a live concert on their mobile phones.

"The cell phone channel is a good supplement（補充） to traditional media," says Fan Yong, an IT worker. “But we are concerned about its price and the quality of the programs.”

1．What’s the best title of the passage?

       A．A New Type of Mobile Phone               B．More Information for You

       C．Thumb Culture                                    D．The 5^th Media

2．Why did Shanghai Dragon New Media Co. Ltd develop the 5^th media?

       A．To attract the public’s attraction to this new form of media.

       B．To let the special mobile phone users know about all information quickly and conveniently.

       C．To nurture the “thumb culture” among the special mobile phone users.

       D．To present a live broadcast of concert to mobile phone users.

3．What is still uncertain about this new media according to the passage?

       A．The functions.                                     B．The designers

       C．The quality of the programs.                 D．The provider of the programs.