Biodiversity(生物多样性), or biological diversity, is a wide-ranging concept that covers all the different kinds of plant and animal species present on earth. Environmentalists believe that many millions of species exist. As all these living organisms are dependent on each other in some way, biodiversity is desirable. Any loss to the planet is actually a loss for mankind as well, and it is our responsibility to try and save Earth’s biodiversity.
Biodiversity has a vital role to play in the evolution（演变）of species. Species become extinct, but new species evolve, and this is how a balance is maintained. This may sound pretty simple, but it takes millions of years for changes to take place.
Biodiversity is also very important to the stability of food webs. Damage to them can mean disaster for an entire ecosystem. The extinction of a single animal species can put huge pressure on the numerous other species dependent on it.
Biodiversity also has an important role to play in human society. Apart from being the most intelligent species on earth, human beings are also the most dependent. We depend on nature to meet our basic needs. When we change the balance of nature to create our cities and bring about our technical advances, we knowing or unknowing cause great damage to the ecosystem. This must be understood, and the damages must be reversed（颠倒）in any way they can to ensure that the balance of the ecosystem is maintained.
小题1:We learn from the first paragraph that_________.
A biodiversity can be seen
B all living species are found on earth.
C people everywhere are aware of the importance of biodiversity
D the loss of any species can affect humans
小题2:Why can change in food webs lead to disaster?
A Because it can make people suffer from disease
B Because it can put huge pressure on some species
C Because it takes a long time for such changes to take place
D Because it will damage ninety-nine percent of species
小题3:What does the underlined word probably mean?
A 画线  B Peace  C Strength  D Variety
小题4:We learn from the last paragraph that __________.
A humans are as independent as they are intelligent
B the balance of the ecosystem is easily maintained
C nature has given us a lot
D nature is taking revenge on us
小题5:Which of the following may be the best title for this passage?
A Food Webs are Closely Related to Biodiversity.
B Biodiversity Plays a Very Important Role in Evolution
C How Biodiversity Affects Human Society.
D Understanding Biodiversity and Its Importance.

Everyone has got two personalities（性格）-the one that is shown to the world and the other that is secret and real. You don’t show your secret personality when you’re awake because you can control your behavior, but when you’re asleep, your sleeping position shows the real you. In a normal night, of course, people frequently change their positions. The important position is the one that you go to sleep in.
If you go to sleep on your back, you’re a very open person. You normally trust people and you are easily influenced by fashion or new ideas. You don’t like to displease people. So you never express your real feelings. You’re quite shy and you aren’t quite sure of yourself.
If you sleep on your stomach, you are a rather secretive person. You worry a lot and you’re always easily upset. You always stick to your own opinions or judgment, but you don’t raise your hopes too much. You usually live for today not tomorrow. This means that you enjoy having a good time.
If you sleep curled up（蜷缩）, you are probably a very nervous person. You have a low opinion of yourself and so you’re often defensive. You’re shy and you don’t normally like meeting people. You prefer to be on your own. You’re easily hurt.
If you sleep on your side, you have usually got a well—balanced（平衡的） personality. You know your strengths and weakness. You’re usually careful. You believe in yourself. You sometimes feel anxious, but you don’t often get sad. You always say what you think even if it makes people rather angry
小题1:You may find the passage in       .
A. a science magazine            B A guide book
C. a sports newspaper            D. a story book
小题2:When does the sleeping position best show your secret personality?

A．In the daytime	B．At the beginning of sleep
C．At night	D．During the deep sleep

小题3:Tina hardly tells her secrets to her friends. She probably goes to sleep       .

A．on curled up

B．on her stomach

C．on her back

D．on her side

小题4:What does the word “defensive” mean in the passage?

A．易怒的

B．攻击性的

C．外向的

D．有戒心的

小题5:What does the passage tell us?
Sleeping on your side is the best way of sleeping
Changing positions will cause sleeping problems.
Sleeping positions show people’s secret personalities.
Enough sleep makes people look better and healthier.

Choose the words or expressions to complete the passage(选择最恰当的单词或词语，完成短文)
For many years the United States and the other countries used gold and silver as money. Paper money was used to stand for the holdings(储备)of both gold and silver. The value of silver was limited to that of gold. Fifteen ounces(盎司) of silver had the same value of one ounce of gold. These values did not change until after 1860 when mines(银矿)in the west of the United States began to  1 large amounts of silver. This extra amount of silver caused the price of silver to 2    . Then fifteen ounces of silver would no longer buy one ounce of gold. In 1871 Germany declared(宣布)that it would not support its paper money with silver any more. Instead, it would use only gold. Other countries of Europe quickly  3 the same. The United States passed a law in 1973 that prevented the government from using silver as money. Western silver producers protested(抗议)loudly and put much pressure on the  4 makers. Five years later a new law was 5 . It said that the government must buy four and half million ounces of silver each month. The new law increased the amount of silver money. The country had two kinds of quite different views on the issue(发行)silver money. Businessmen, bankers and other rich men wanted to 6  the use of silver money because it made the dollar less valuable. But farmers, laborers and the others who owned the money not only wanted silver money but also wanted an unlimited supply of it.

小题1:	A．produce B．find C．search D．dig

小题2:	A．rise B．lift C．fall D．set

小题3:	A．did B．took C．made D．acted.

小题4:	A．law B．money C．gold D．silver

小题5:	A．refused B．accepted C．planned D．passed

小题6:	A．end B． continue C．protect D．allow

The Xin’an Street Community(社区)began three programs not long ago.
The Neighborhood Clean-up Program
Every Sunday at 5:00pm, the neighbors begin cleaning Xin’an Street from one end to the other. The head of the Community, Zhao Fuqin, said, “The first Sunday, only eleven people came, but we picked up over seven big bags of rubbish (垃圾)from the sidewalk and street. The next weekend, twenty people came, and filled eight rubbish bags. Now the neighborhood really looks great!”
The Neighborhood Watch Program
The neighbors on Xin’an Street began this program to look for problems in the neighborhood and to call the police if necessary. The neighbors all say the watch has already helped.
SunYan, aged 60, a retired teacher, said, “In the past, I felt afraid at night. Now I know my neighbors are watching for trouble. ” According to the police, there are fewer problems on Xin’an Street. “Calls to 110 went down last month. Criminals knew that the people on Xin’an Street were watching, so they stayed away,” said a policeman.
The Neighborhood Fitness Program
A Health Club was built last month, where the neighbors can do different kinds of sports like basketball, ping-pong ball, tennis, etc. “Every morning you can see groups of neighbors running, dancing and playing Taijiquan. We have come to realize the importance of taking exercise,” said Chen Jinliang, a businessman of 45.
The community has more plans. “We plan to start the Kids Care Program for children. We are going to build an after-school club. And we want to have a picnic for everyone in the neighborhood!” said Zhao Fuqin.
小题1:When do the neighbors of the Clean-up Program clean Xin’an Street?

A．Every Saturday morning.

B．Every Saturday afternoon.

C．Every Sunday morning.

D．Every Sunday afternoon.

小题2:Who is Zhao Fuqin?

A．A retired teacher.

B．The head of Xin’an Street Community.

C．A businessman.

D．A policeman.

小题3:What does the underlined word “criminals” mean?

A．罪犯.

B．乞丐.

C．强盗.

D．邻居.

小题4:The community started _______ to help people keep healthy.

A．the Clean-up Program

B．the Watch Program

C．the Fitness Program

D．the Kids Care Program

小题5:From the passage we know that _______ in the Xin’an Street Community.

A．there are no problems now

B．an after-school club was built last month

C．the neighbors have a picnic every Sunday

D．the environment is getting nicer and cleaner now

Choose the best answer（根据短文内容，选择最恰当的答案)
Newcastle is beginning to draw tourists from all corners of Europe. It’s one of the fastest developing cities in the United Kingdom. It is said most visitors come here to see the famous soccer team play. The mood of the locals is often changed by the success or failures of the local team.
Newcastle’s most popular place is the Gate. It’s in the center of the city and has many attractions including bars, restaurants, sports bars, pubs and so on. During a home game it becomes a real home to happiness.
Culture and local history lovers can make their dreams come true by taking one of the local city tour buses. They come and leave every few minutes and stop at all the important historical sites in the city. Also the seats and the environment on the buses are comfortable. It’s the best way to see the city without tiring yourself out or getting cold. Places such as the Hancock Museum and Millennium Bridge are must-see attractions. But be careful if you’re short of time, Newcastle is a big place. So you should be prepared to kill a few hours on one of these buses.
If you want to watch the local team play soccer in the St. James Park, remember to book a ticket as early as possible. The locals are crazy soccer fans, and you’ll find it hard to get a ticket if you don’t wait in the queue early.                                                                                 
As you can see, Newcastle is a fantastic city with so much to be offered and so many things to see. You’re sure to have a wonderful time here!                                   
小题1:From the passage we know Newcastle is most famous for its_______.

A．soccer team

B．city restaurants

C．rich culture

D．historical sites

小题2:If you want to learn about the history and culture of Newcastle, you_____.

A．can go to the Gate	B．can take a city tour
C．must go to St James Park	D．must drive a car

小题3:The underlined word “They” in Para 3 refers to ______.

A．history lovers	B．historical sites
C．city tour buses	D．culture lovers

小题4:Which place is not in Newcastle? ______

A．St. James Park	B．The Hancock Museum
C．the Gate	D．the Tower Bridge

小题5:What can we learn from the passage?

A．Tourists will enjoy delicious food and have a good time in the Gate.

B．It’s usually easy to get a ticket for a local soccer team play.

C．Many world famous soccer matches are held in Newcastle every year.

D．Newcastle is a very small city with many famous attractions.

小题6:The author wrote this passage mainly in order to_______.

A．introduce the culture and history of Newcastle

B．tell people the popularity of soccer teams in Newcastle

C．introduce the characters of people in Newcastle

D．encourage people to visit Newcastle

根据短文内容,选择正确答案.
Anger is a kind of feeling. Many things can make you angry. When your teacher gives you too much homework, when your team loses an important game, when a friend borrows your favorite thing and then breaks it, you can get really angry. Usually, your body tells you when you are angry. For example, you breathe(呼吸) faster, your face turns red, and you may want to break something or hit(打) someone, but sometimes, you hide(隐藏) your anger. For example, you may hide it in your heart. The problem is that if you do this, you may get a headache or your stomach may hurt. In fact, it’s not good to hide your anger, and it’s important for you to get angry sometimes. But anger must be let out in the right way, without hurting others or yourself. When you get angry, you can talk about it with other people It’s helpful to talk about your anger with an adult(成年人,大人), such as a parent, a teacher, etc. When you talk about anger, those bad feelings can start to go away. Here are some other things you can do when you start to feel angry: talk to a good friend; count from 1 to 100; give someone a hug(拥抱); go for a bike ride; think about good things, etc. Remember that how you act when you are angry can make everything better or worse. Don’t let your anger control you.
小题1:You may not get angry when __________.
A. there is too much homework on this weekend
B. your favorite basketball team wins the game
C. a friend breaks your favorite thing
小题2:________ shows that you are not angry.
A. Taking a faster breath
B. Getting a headache
C. Wanting to protect someone
小题3:According to the passage, you can do everything when you get angry except(除了) __________.
A. go for a bike ride
B. think about good things
C. say bad things to the people around you
小题4:The underlined(画线的) word “control” in the last paragraph（段）means _______ in Chinese.

A．控制

B．连接

C．帮助

D．失去

小题5:This passage is mainly(主要) about _________.
A. anger    B. excitement    C. happiness

Do you know how to play a game called “Musical Chairs”? It is easy to play and most people enjoy it. All you need are some chairs, some people and some way of making music. You may use a piano or any other musical instrument, if someone can play it. You may use a tape recorder. You can even use a radio.
Put the chairs in a line. The chairs may be put in twos, back to back. A better way is to have the chairs in one row with each chair facing in the opposite direction to the chair next to it.
The game is easy. When the music starts, the players walk round the chairs. Everyone goes in the same direction, of course, they should walk in time to the music. If the music is fast they should walk quickly. If the music is slow, they should walk slowly.
The person playing music cannot see the people in the game. When the music stops, the players try to sit on the chairs. If a person cannot find a chair to sit on, he drops out. Then, before the music starts again, one chair must be taken away. When the music stops again, one more player will be out.
At last, there will be two players and one chair. The one who sits on the chair when the music stops is the winner.
小题1:If ten people are playing musical chairs, you must begin with _______.

A．nine chairs

B．ten chairs

C．eleven chairs

D．one chair

小题2:Which of the following is not suitable for playing musical chairs? _______.

A．A piano

B．A radio

C．A tape recorder

D．A telephone

小题3:The chairs should be put _______.

A．with the desks	B．before the winner
C．all over the room	D．in a line

小题4:When the music starts, the players must _______.

A．run about the room	B．get down
C．walk around the chairs	D．sit on the chairs

小题5:Which of the following statements is NOT true?

A．The game “Musical Chairs” is not difficult to learn.

B．The game “Musical Chairs” needs some chairs, some people and some music.

C．The winner sits on the last chair when the music stops.

D．If the person plays music, he can see the people in the game.

This is a picture of a classroom（教室）. The classroom is big and clean（干净）. You can see a teacher’s desk, five desks and six chairs. You can see a girl and a boy.
Three books are on the teacher’s desk. A pencil case is on a desk. Two pens are in the pencil case. A schoolbag is behind a chair. A ball is on the floor.
The girl is Lucy Smith. She is eleven. The boy is Mike Miller. He is twelve. They are good friends. Their（他们的） teacher is Miss Green. She is not here.
小题1:What is Lucy’s family name?
_____________________________________________________________.
小题2:Where are the two pens?
______________________________________________________________.
小题3:Is the ball on the desk?
______________________________________________________________.
小题4:Are Mike and Lucy good friends?
______________________________________________________________.
小题5:Who（谁）is their teacher?
______________________________________________________________.

根据文章内容，判断下列句子正（T）误（F）.
It's different between western countries and eastern countries about how to keep healthy. Traditional Chinese doctors believe we need a balance of cool yin and hot yang to be healthy. In China, herbs are the main medicine but in western countries they use tablets (药片).
In China, if you are quiet and always tired, Chinese doctors might think you have too much yin. You should eat more hot yang food. It can give you some energy (能量). But in western countries , doctors will check (检查) your body. They might give you some tablets to cure (治愈) your disease. People who are easily stressed out and angry might have too much yang in their bodies. Chinese doctors believe they should eat more yin food.
Now, people all over the world like herbs, because they think those herbs are healthy and they can help them eat a balanced diet.
小题1:If you are quiet and always tired, you should eat much yin food.
小题2:In western countries, doctors will check your heart if you always feel tired.
小题3:People around the world use different ways to stay healthy.
小题4:You should eat less yin food if you are easily stressed out and angry.
小题5:People believe herbs can help them eat a balanced diet and stay healthy.

Escaping (逃) from a fire is a serious matter. Knowing what to do during a fire can save a life. It is important to know the ways you can use and show them to everyone in the family, for example, you can use stairways, roofs and fire escapes, but no lifts.
From the lower floors of buildings, to escape through windows is possible. Learn the best way of leaving by a window with the least chance of serious injury.
The second floor window is usually not very high from the ground. An average (平均) person, hanging from the window by the fingertips will have a drop of about six feet to the ground--about the height of an average man. Of course, it is safer to jump a short way than to stay in a burning building.
Windows are also useful while you are waiting for help. Be sure to keep the door closed, before opening the window. Otherwise, smoke and fire may be drawn into the room. Keep your head low next to the window to be sure you get fresh air.
On the second or third floor, the best windows to escape from are those which open onto a roof (屋顶) . From the roof a person can drop to the ground more safely.
小题1:You can try to escape a fire except _____.

A．fire escapes

B．lifts

C．roofs

D．stairways

小题2:According to the passage, windows are ________.

A．of no use when a fire breaks out

B．useful in putting out a fire

C．the only way of escaping a fire

D．one of the possible ways of escaping a fire

小题3:The underlined sentence in the third paragraph means _________.

A．it is safer to jump out of the second floor window.

B．it is safer to stay in the room.

C．the second floor window is too high to jump out of.

D．it is the only way to drop out of the window.

小题4:The writer thinks that ________.

A．to keep your head high will help you to escape a fire

B．it is necessary to keep the door open

C．fresh air can’t reach the second floor window

D．breathing in smoke might be bad