1. Full Time Secretary Position Available
Applicants should have at least 2 years’ experience and be able to type 60 words a minute. No computer skills required. Apply in person at United Business Dep, 17 Browning Street, Leeds.
2. Part-time Job
We require three part-time shop assistants to work during the evening. No experience required, applicants should be between 18 and 26 years old. Call 0115-765643 for more information.
3. Computer Trained Secretaries
Do you have experience of working with computers? Would you like a full time position working in an exciting new company? If you want to know more about us, call 0457-896754.
4. Teaching Assistants Needed
Hania’s Playschool needs 2 young teaching assistants to help with classes from 9 am to 3 pm. Applicants should have references. For more information please visit www.haniaplayschool.co.uk.
5. Weekend Work Available
We are looking for retired adults who would like to work part time on weekends for Rubberlast Group Ltd. Duties include answering the telephone and giving customers' information. For more information call us at 0113 - 6741326.
6. University Positions Open
The University of Bristol is looking for 4 teaching assistants to help with homework correction. Applicants should have a degree in one of the following: Political Science, English, Economies or History. Please call the University of Bristol for more information.
7. Home Delivery Representative
We are looking for someone who has excellent customer communication skills, a sales background with at least one year's experience and is a good team player with creative ideas. In return we offer a starting salary of 20,000 and 25 days paid holiday per year. For more information please call Direct Delivery Team of Yorkshire Post at 0113- 2388325 or 0113 - 2388318. Which position is most suitable for a retired person?
| A．Part-time Shop Assistant. |
| B．Teaching Assistant at Hania's Playschool. |
| C．Weekend Work in Rubberlast Group Ltd. |
| D．Teaching Assistant in the University of Bristol. |
If you have good computer skills and recently graduated from university(English degree), which jobs can you apply for?
| A．Job 1 and 7. | B．Job 3 and 4. | C．Job 4 and 7. | D．Job 2 and 5. |
Which is the ONLY position that has a formal educational requirement?
| A．Full Time Secretary at United Business Hd. |
| B．Home Delivery Representative for Yorkshire Post. |
| C．Teaching Assistant at Hania's Playschool. |
| D．University Positions at the University of Bristol. |
How can you get more information if you are interested in the position of a full-time computer trained secretary?
| A．By telephone. | B．By letter. | C．By Internet. | D．In person. |
How Good Are US Drivers?
The CBS-TV“National Drivers’ Test”，showed that many US drivers have a lot to learn.Here’s why.
CBS picked 1799 sample drivers to take the test in TV studios in New York，Philadelphia，Chicago，and Los Angeles.More than two out of five of the drivers failed the test.And the average score was the lowest passing mark—51 points out of a possible 80.
Chicago drivers did best with an average of 53 points.Los Angeles drivers came next with 52 points.New York and Philadelphia drivers got 50 points—a failing score.Drivers with 50 points or less were rated“poorly informed”by the judges.
Here are some of the test results:
1.Are men drivers better informed than women ones?
Yes.Men averaged 52 points.Women got an average of 49.
2.Are older drivers better informed than younger drivers?
No.Drivers under 26 averaged 52 points.Drivers from 27 to 45 averaged 51.Drives over 45 failed with a 48-point average.
3.Does education make a difference?
Yes.College graduates averaged 52 points.High school graduates averaged 50.Those without high school diplomas(毕业证) got 48.And people who had taken driver education courses scored an average of 53 points—three more than those who hadn’t.
4.Does driving experience make a difference?
Yes.Drivers with three or more years of experience averaged 51 points.Drivers with less experience averaged 49.
Here are some surprising facts brought out by the test:
1.More than one out of three drivers did not know that a blinking red light means a full stop.
2.Three out of ten drivers did not know that an octagonal(eight-sided)sign means stop.
3.More than two out of three drivers did not know what to do when being“tailgated(追尾)”.
The answer:slow down，drive to the right，and let the driver behind pass.
The results of the test were turned over to the National Safety Council(委员会).They will help future safety planning.The author’s purpose is to_________.
| A．prove that men are better drivers than women |
| B．give you safe driving directions |
| C．tell you the results of a national drivers’ test |
| D．require you to get an education |
From the information in this article，which of the following is TRUE?
| A．Older drivers are better informed than younger drivers. |
| B．Experience makes a difference among drivers. |
| C．Most drivers failed the test. |
| D．Most people don’ t know what a blinking red light means. |
The test covered the following areas about drivers except_________.
| A．education | B．years of driving experience |
| C．sex | D．health |
Which of the following as a group was rated“poorly informed”by the judges?
| A．Men. | B．High school graduated drivers. |
| C．Drivers from 27-45 years of age. | D．Drivers with 3 or more years of experience. |
| 1.Needed:Full time secretary position available.Applicants should be able to type 60 words a minute.No computer skills required.Apply in person at United Business Ltd.,17 Browning Street. |
2.Are you looking for a part time job?We require 3 part time shop assistants to work during the evening.No experience is required,applicants should be between 18 and 26.Call 366-76564 for more information. |
| 3.Computer trained secretaries:Do you have experience working with computers?Would you like a full time position working in an exciting new company?If your answer is yes,call 457-896754. |
4.Teacher needed:Tommy's Kindergarten needs 2 teachers/trainers to help with classes from 9 a.m.to 3 p.m.Applicants should have appropriate licenses(许可证）.For more information visit Tommy's Kindergarten in Leicester Square No.56. |
| 5.Part time wor available:We are looking for retired adults who would like to work part time at the weekend.Responsibilities include answering the telephone and giving customers information.For more information contact Nile Airlines by calling 345-674132. |
6.University positions open:The University of Cumberland is looking for 4 teaching assistants to help with homework correction.Applicants should have a degree in one of the following:Political Science,Computer Science,Economics or History.Please contact the University of Cumberland for more information. |
Suppose you are a first-year student who wants to earn some money to pay your university expenses,you may_________.
| A．call 345-674132 |
| B．call 366-76564 |
| C．contact United Business Ltd |
| D．contact Cumberland University |
According to the advertisements,which of the following is TRUE?
| A．Experience is required if you want to work as a shop assistant. |
| B．You may be employed by United Business Ltd.if you can type fast enough. |
| C．You are sure to get a job at Tommy's Kindergarten if you have a degree. |
| D．Nile Airlines needs a peson to deal with customers' information. |
Who are the advertisements intended for?
| A．Job hunters. | B．College graduates. |
| C．Retired teachers. | D．Computer majors. |
Contact us
Email:hywinter@263.net
Beijing:
Tel:+86-10-82115893
Fax:+86-10-82115893
Add:Room 405,17 Building,Sun Garden,Haidian District,Beijing
Post Code:100086
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Tel:0086-21-34240860 34240925
Fax:0086-21-34240925
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Recruitment policy.
Please carefully read the following before applying.
You are a native speaker of the language you translate into ［Target language］.
You were awarded at least a Masters Degree or equivalent in your native language.
You have a perfect understanding of the language you translate from ［Source language］.
You have studied or spent a subsequent number of years in the country of the language you
translate from.
You have minimum five (5) years experience in the translation field.
You specialise in only a couple of subjects but have extensive experience in these fields.
You have a good command of computer software and are familiar with basic layout techniques.
Your spelling and grammar is impeccable.
You can show at least two professional references.
Your average turnaround for translation is 3000 words daily.
You can work easily under pressure and respond quickly to queries.
If you can answer “YES” comfortably to these questions,please fill in the application form only for sending details and we would be glad to hear from you.The purpose of the text is_________.
| A．to give advice on how to be a good translator |
| B．to introduce a translation company |
| C．to encourage native speakers to become translators |
| D．to advertise for qualified translators |
.If you live in Shanghai,you may get in touch with the company by_________.
| A．writing to Room 405,17 Building,Sun Garden,Haidian District,Beijing |
| B．sending an email to hywinter@263.net |
| C．calling 0086-21-34240925 |
| D．sending a fax to 0086-20-38981062 |
Which of the following is NOT included in the requirements to apply?
| A．You have worked as a translator for at least 5 years. |
| B．You are a native speaker of the language you translate from. |
| C．You can operate computer well. |
| D．You make no spelling or grammatical mistake. |
We can infer from the text that_________.
| A．people from different countries are welcome to apply |
| B．you only need to meet some of the requirements mentioned |
| C．you have to translate 3000 words every day |
| D．you should know how to work together with others |
Look at this mail-order advertisement:
| SUNSHINE COMPANY Products for a Safe Environment |
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A2477—l You're going to love this natural soap.There are no chemicals in it.It is very good for your hands and face. |
D4545—GARDEN SPRAY Insects are going to run away from our new chiligarlic spray.It's safe and natural. |
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| B2377—HOME CLEANERYou're not going to need 5 or 6 chemical cleaners.You have Dr Clean!It is safe and strong,and it cleans everything in your house! |
A2104—CANVAS BAG You're going to say,“No paper or plastic!”You have this excellent heavy canvas shopping bag. |
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| Natural ampoo |
T6762 |
$3.00 |
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| garden spray |
D4545 |
$2.50 |
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| canvas bag |
A2104 |
$4.00 |
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| hand soap |
A2477 |
$1.00 |
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| home cleaner |
B2377 |
$2.25 |
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| Postage:$3.50 |
Dr Clean is _________.
| A．an expert in cleaning everything | B．a newly-invented machine |
| C．a can of cleaning powder | D．a magic cloth for cleaning |
According to the ad,where can you mail your letter if you want something to kill the ants?
| A．D4545 Garden Spray. | B．Sunshine Company. |
| C．A2104 Canvas Bag. | D．The Dr Clean's. |
You're going to love the natural soap,because _________.
| A．it is cheap | B．it smells sweet |
| C．there are no chemicals | D．it is powerful |
According to the ad,how much do you have to pay for 3 shampoos and 2 canvas bags totally?
| A．＄12.25. | B．＄20.50. | C．＄13.50. | D．＄17. |
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Simply fill in your name and address on the coupon(票券) above. Then write in the name and number of the one program you’re most interested in, and mail it today. We’ll rush your free information about how you can take advantage of the opportunities(机会) in the field you’ve chosen. Act today!
Mail coupon today! Or call the number below 1-800-372-1589. Call any time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. www. Harcourt-learning. com E-mail：Harcourt＠learning. com. This advertisement aims at calling on people to ________.
| A．attend full-time universities |
| B．work part time to further their education |
| C．improve their education at home to get better jobs |
| D．earn their degrees in different ways that suit them |
Which of the following is NOT clearly mentioned in this advertisement?
| A．The way how you will get your degree. |
| B．Tuition price. |
| C．The hot fields you will be preparing yourself for. |
| D．The length of time it will take you to get a degree. |
What does the writer of this ad intend to say by naming General Electric, IBM, Ford, etc.?
| A．To show that their training is widely used in the country. |
| B．To show that the training program is fully supported by famous companies in the U. S. |
| C．To prove the value of their training in every area. |
| D．To show the importance of getting recognized by the most famous companies. |
It seems to the writer that the greatest attraction for people to take their training is______.
| A．its convenience |
| B．the degree’s nation-wide recognition |
| C．the economic benefit(利益) it will bring about |
| D．the hot fields the training will help people to enter |
How many ways are mentioned in the ad for people to get in touch with the Harcourt Learning Direct?
| A．One. | B．Two. | C．Three. | D．Four. |
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| WE BUY MACHINE TOOL COMPANY NYC will buy machine tools Reply 7832673 |
MODERN BEAUTY APARTMENT For sale. Near station 6041360 Dora |
| WEST COAST FAST FOOD For sale Upscale quick food．Most popular in county Only serious inquiries, 3421577 |
FAMOUS DELI for sale Quick takeover and catch season. Owner will train. Very profitable Call Rity 2299689 |
| WANT TRUCK BUSINESS Doing consolidator, containers Import/ export. 1 truck or many Call 3328725 |
Gourmet shop in the heart of wealthy neighborhood is seeking buyer for this outstanding operation. Call Greg 5755718 |
| Aunold Bread Clearwater Fla MUST SELL some financial possession Call Walter 5304017 |
AUTOMOBILE BUSINESS NOW FOR SALE Will talk deal if terms are agreeable Call Mr. Kent 9497221 |
| WANT TO OWN A BEAUTY APARTMENT Good location and good price Call Stein 6560232 |
If you own a small successful business but have no time for yourself, I am an honest woman looking to become a working partner in your business. Call Mrs. Meikle 4783784 |
If you want to buy an automobile business, you should call _____.
| A．3421577 | B．6560232 | C．9497221 | D．3328725 |
Who should Dora call?
| A．Trent. | B．Stein. | C．Walter. | D．Mrs. Meikle. |
Mrs. Meikle wants to _____.
| A．apply for a position | B．employ a working partner |
| C．run a business | D．show her talents in business |
How many selling ads are there in the chart?
| A．Four. | B．Six. | C．Eight. | D．Ten. |
Hiring a self-drive car really adds to the enjoyment of your holiday. There are so many interesting places to visit and if you enjoy seeing more than just the city center there is no better way to travel than by car.
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| A．The city center is the best place for us to visit |
| B．Traveling by car is our first choice |
| C．To travel we must hire a car |
| D．Going sightseeing outside the city is not so interesting as visiting the city center |
If the car that has been hired breaks down on the way, whose duty is it to pay for its repairs?
| A．The driver that has hired the car. | B．The car-lending company. |
| C．The representative at the hotel. | D．Both the driver and the company. |
Which is not true according to the passage?
| A．The hirer must be responsible for the insurance against injury to the driver. |
| B．The company must answer for the insurance against damage to the car. |
| C．The cost of oil should be paid by the company. |
| D．The rates for car hire are especially cheap when two days are booked． |
Where can you probably read this passage?
| A．In a dictionary. | B．In a travel guide. | C．In a company. | D．In a newspaper. |
The Fourth "21th Century Cup" National English Speaking Competition is to be held in Shanghai.
Organizers: China Daily and Shanghai Broadcasting Network.
Co-ordinater: China University English Speaking Association （CUESA）.
Co-sponsors （联办单位）: English Speaking Union （ESU）, Lotus Software （China）Co. Ltd. , Times Publishing Group of Singapore, Hilton Shanghai, Pearson Education, Foreign Language Teaching & Research Press.
Date: March 26 （ Friday）, 1999.
Place: Hilton Shanghai.
Competition Format （形式） : Each student will present a prepared speech on the given topic, followed by a three -minute off - hand speech and a three - minute question and answer period with the judges.
Prepared speech period: six minutes.
Q & A period: three minutes.
Speech topic: People and Nature: In search of harmony （和谐）in a new age ＋ your personal opinion. （Topice for the off hand speech will be given on the day of competition）.
Prizes: Besides books and certificates （证书）, the top two winners will be offered scholarships（奖学金） to travel to the annual international English -speaking competition which will be held by the English Speaking Union in London in May, 1999. The third and fourth place winners will be offered a study trip to Singapore, sponsored by the Times Publishing Group. The fifth through 10th place winners will be offered cash prizes. All the competitors will receive certificates from the English Speaking Union and book prizes provided by Pearson Education and Foreign Language Teaching & Research Press. The teachers of the top winners will also receive a one - year membership to the International Association of Teachers of English as a Foreign Language（IATEFL）
The main purpose of this passage is ________.
| A．to invite you to take part in the competition |
| B．to tell you some information of the competition |
| C．to help to improve your spoken English |
| D．to show you how to win the competition |
Which of the following is NOT mentioned about the Shanghai English Speaking Competition?________.
| A．Where and when it will take place. |
| B．Its program. |
| C．What each winner will be offered. |
| D．The number of its competitors. |
Suppose you get the sixth place, you'll________ .
| A．travel to London for free. |
| B．become a one - year member of IATEFL |
| C．get some money , some books and a certificate |
| D．get a chance to study in Singapore |
An "off- hand speech"is________.
| A．a speech not longer than three minutes |
| B．a speech without preparation |
| C．a speech with a piece of paper in hand |
| D．a speech which is well prepared |
HOLIDAY HOMES IN MALLORCA
Holiday houses in Mallorca sailing and fishing port - quiet even in summer season. Beautifully situated houses with sights of sea and mountains, yet near to shops and restaurants. Cars and bicycles for hire. Sailing and sports clubs nearby.
ITALY IN COMFORT
Luxury coach（ - carriage） trips of Italy, out of normal holiday season. 21days to visit five Italian cities starting from London 1 st May, 1 st September . The trips are guided by profess or Martin Davis. Head of Italian Studies, London University . See the arts and culture of historic Italy.
KIBBUTZ HOLIDAYS IN ISRAEL（以色列）
Working holidays on a kibbutz（ co -operative farm） in Israel. All nationalities welcome for one to three months, if prepared to work morning with kibbutz members. Accommodation （住宿）, food and trips to historic sights all provided free - you pay only for the special low- cost return flight.
TWO WEEKS ON A CARIBBEAN ISLAND
Two- week holidays in the Hotel Splendid , on a lovely beach with golden sands and deep- blue sea. Tennis, golf, sailing and all water sports, trips around the island arranged. Near to town of Castries with lively evening entertainment - dancing.
1 st November - 31 st March = ￡ 720 per person
1 st April - 30th October = ￡ 850 per person
Jack and his wife Mary, who have recently retired, want to see places of cultural and historic interest abroad, but Mary hates flying.
Peter and Maria, university students, want to travel as far as possible on little money, and would like to get to know a country by working there for three months with other young people.
Michael, a young computer programmer, has been working hard and needs a holiday to relax in winter. He would like to go somewhere warmer and sunny, where he can swim in the sea, and he enjoys sports and dancing.
Herry and Kate, both teachers, and their two sons, have to take their holiday during the school summer holidays. There must be plenty for the boys to do, although Harry and Kate just want to have beautiful scenery, good food and wine- and peace.Michael would most probably go to ________ for his holiday.
| A．Italy | B．Israel |
| C．Mallorca | D．a Caribbean island |
The most suitable place where Peter and Maria can enjoy their holiday would be________
| A．an Italian city | B．a kibbutz in Israel |
| C．a Caribbean island | D．the port in Mallorca |
The best holiday for Jack and Mary would be________.
| A．the 21 - day coach trip of Italy |
| B．the 2 -week stay in the Hotel Splendid |
| C．the 14 -day trip around a Caribbean island |
| D．the working holidays for 1 -3 months on a kibbutz in Israel |
Harry and Kate and their sons would like________.
| A．a holiday working on a kibbutz in Israel |
| B．a holiday visiting cities by coach in Italy |
| C．a holiday house in the fishing port in Mallorca |
| D．a holiday hotel on a lovely beach on a Carribean Island |
The following are four forms about medicine. How to use the medicine is very important. Never take any by mistake.
1）Take the medicine with water, followed by one tablet every eight hours, as required. For further night - time and early morning, take two tablets at bedtime. Do not take more than six tablets in 24 hours. For Children six to twelve years old, go to your doctor for advice. Reduce dosage if nervousness, restlessness or sleeplessness takes place.
2）Each pill of the medicine taken three times every day for fourteen years old. As usual, a pill 6∶00 a. m., before breakfast, one before 11∶00 and one before sleep. Not for children under six years old and old persons with heart attack.
3）The medicine for a person with a fever. Once two pills a day before sleep for adult. Not take the medicine without fever. Half for Children under 12 years old. Children with a high fever, go to see a doctor.
4）The medicine taken three times a day, once five pills for adult with a cold. Half of the pills for children 10 years old. Take the medicine before breakfast, lunch, supper or before sleep.
Obviously a kind of medicine can’t be proper for ________, judging from the information.
| A．children over twelve years old |
| B．some old persons with a fever |
| C．some old persons with heart attack |
| D．neither adults nor heart attack |
When a person has a cold, he had better ________ .
| A．have about more than fourteen pills a day |
| B．have twice a day |
| C．have four times a day |
| D．have nine pills a day |
How many kinds of medicine are used for the children six years old?
| A．All of them． |
| B．Three kinds of medicine. |
| C．Two kinds of medicine. |
| D．Almost not any medicine. |
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If you decide it’s not for you, just tell us within the first 6 weeks and you can get your money back.1Which of the following magazines will probably provide you with articles about music and paintings?
| A．Apollo. | B．The Week. | C．New Internationalist. | D．The Guardian Weekly. |
It is possible that most of the readers of the four magazines are ____.
| A．men | B．women | C．children | D．grown-ups |
Which of the following would you most probably read if you want to get information from the world’s most popular newspapers?
| A．Apollo & The Week. |
| B．Apollo & New Internationalist. |
| C．The Guardian Weekly & New Internationalist |
| D．The Guardian Weekly & New Internationalist |
The purpose of writing these four texts is to ____.
| A．tell the readers the latest news |
| B．get more readers to subscribe(订阅) |
| C．show the importance of the four magazines |
| D．introduce the four magazines to new readers |
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★ Teach many different kinds of classes using the latest technology in small classes of up to 3 students.
★ Accommodation(住宿), and other necessary documents(文件) will be ready before you leave.
★ Applicants will teach their first language only.
★ Excellent teacher training programs.
If you are young with a university degree and are willing to experience different cultures, apply(申请) now. Experience in teaching is an advantage but not specially required. Knowledge of the Japanese language is not necessary but good English skills and practical computer knowledge are basic requirements.
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The manager expects to meet and talk with successful applicants in Paris in June and July.What is the purpose of the text?
| A．To introduce a language school in Japan. |
| B．To hire language teachers to work in Japan. |
| C．To describe working conditions in Japan. |
| D．To make clear the requirements for Japanese teachers. |
We know from the text that those who are going to Japan will ___.
| A．teach English only in Osaka |
| B．receive a degree from a university |
| C．have free accommodation |
| D．get trained for the job |
Before going to Japan, you need___.
| A．to see the manager of NOVA France |
| B．to take some computer courses |
| C．to write a letter to Japan |
| D．to find a place to live |
If you want to work in Japan, you should ___.
| A．have some working experience |
| B．know how to use computers |
| C．present good teaching plans |
| D．speak several languages |
If the world were a village of 1,000 people, it would include:
★ 584 Asians
★ 124 Africans
★ 95 Eastern and Western Europeans
★ 84 Latin America
★ 55 former Soviets (including Lithuanians, Latvians, Estonians, and other national groups)
★ 52 North Americans
★ 6 Australians and New Zealand
The people of the village would speak:
★ 165 Mandarin
★ 86 English
★ 83 Hindu/Urdu
★ 64 Spanish
★ 58 Russian
★ 37 Arabic
The above list covers the mother tongues of only half the village.
One-third of the people in the village are children, and only 60 are over the age of 65. Just under half of the married women in the village have access to modern equipments.
This year 28 babies will be born. Ten people will die, 3 of them for lack of food, 1 from cancer. Two of the deaths will be of babies born within the year. With the 28 births and 10 deaths, the population of the village next year will be 1018.
In this village of 1,000 persons,200 people receive 75 percent of the income: another 200 receive only 2 percent of the income.
About one third have access to clean, safe drinking water.
Of the 670 adults in the village, half can not read nor write.
The village has a total yearly budget(预算), public and private, of over $ 3 million--$ 3,000 per person if it is distributed evenly. Of the total $ 3 million:
★ 181,000 goes to weapons and warfare
★ 159,000 to education
★ 132,000 to health care
These weapons are under the control of just 100 of the people. The other 900 are watching them with deep anxiety, wondering whether they can learn to get along together. Which of the following is true about Mandarin according to the text?
| A．Nearly one third of Asian people speak Mandarin in the village. |
| B．About 25 percent of the people speak Mandarin in the village. |
| C．About 16.5 percent of the people speak Mandarin in the village. |
| D．Nearly all the Mandarin-speaking people are from Asia in the village. |
Which of the following problems is NOT mentioned in the text?
| A．Poverty | B．Education. | C．Environment. | D．Marriage. |
The underlined part “have access to”(in Para. 4) means____.
| A．use | B．buy | C．produce | D．try |
The last sentence in the text implies that most of the people long for ___.
| A．a peaceful world | B．good education | C．better health care | D．a life without anxiety |
Inside China Daily
China, Japan ink fishery accord
The New China -Japan Fishery Agreement will be put into effect starting June this year, Chinese vice - minister of agriculture, Qi Jingfa told a press conference yesterday in Beijing.
—Page 2
Offshore funeral
The remains of more than 500 dead will be scattered at sea this spring near the mouth of Yangtze River in Shanghai. To save space Shanghai officials discouraged land burials.
—Page 3
The only wise choice
Co -operation with the mainland for a peaceful reunification should be the only wise choice for the newly elected Taiwan leader.
—Page 4
Interest in activity such as fairs, galleries and exhibitions has caused the art market to take shape in China. —Page 9
Two sides of a story.
The government’s efforts to cut the homework burden of primary and middle school students have drawn mixed reactions.
—Page 10
Blind, but not out.
Yang Jia, an English professor at the Chinese Academy of Science meets the challenges brought by the sudden loss of her eyesight and continues to make it in her work.
—Page 11
The above section may possibly appear on ________ of China Daily.
| A．Page 5 | B．the Front Page |
| C．Page 9 | D．the last page |
From the text we can learn that ________ .
| A．no one will be buried in the ground after they die in Shanghai |
| B．Chinese fishermen can go fishing freely in Japan soon |
| C．a blind professor can work better |
| D．more and more people have begun to do art business |
When you look through this issue of China Daily, you are sure to find ________ .
| A．how Taiwan’s new leader was made |
| B．that people think differently of reducing pupils’ burden |
| C．sad stories about students with heavy burden in primary and middle schools |
| D．interesting stories of art fairs, galleries and exhibitions of different shapes in China |
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