Since 1980 there have been four major developments in TV. The first is video, which has given __1__ the power to control what they watch and when they watch it. These days, fifty percent of homes have a VCR (video-cassette recorder) and millions more are being sold every year. The second is satellite TV. Thanks to DBS (__2__), dozens of new channels are now __3__ to anyone who buys a receiving “dish”.
The third development is cable－a system of hi-tech __4__, which provides even more channels. But not only that, cable also makes __5__ possible for you to communicate through your TV.
Fourthly, there’s HDTV (high definition television), which now offers a much __6__ and more realistic picture than was possible even a few years ago.
So more channels, more choice, more clarity (清晰). What is there left for __7__ to achieve in the future? The answer to that is two-way __8__. Modern technology means that 21st century televisions will be linked to computer data-banks. This way. Views will be able to ask questions about what they’re watching and the answers will appear on their __9__. This idea is called “hyper-media” and it’s still at an early __10__. But then, as we’ve just seen, TV had come a very long way in a very short time. The hyper0media revolution could happen sooner than any many people think.
A. listeners B. players C. viewers D. engineers
A. direct business system B. direct broadcast satellites
C. digital broadcast sound D. data bank system
A. available B. access C. linked D. sent
A. televisions B. lines C. strings D. wires
A. it B. them C. this D. that
A. cheaper B. clearer C. colourful D. delight
A. TV B. invention C. viewers D. video
A. communication B. traffic C. dialogue D. operation
A. books B. minds C. screens D. computers
A. age B. time C. process D. stage
科目：高中英语 来源： 题型：阅读理解
Washoe, a female chimpanzee (黑猩猩) believed to be the first non-human to acquire human language, has died of natural causes at the research institute where she was kept.The chimp died on Tuesday night, according to Roger and Deborah Fouts, co-founders of The Chimpanzee and Human Communications Institute in Washington, where she lived.
Washoe was born in 1965 in Africa, where she was captured by the Air Force and taken to the US for research use in the space program. In 1966, she left the program and began living with two scientists, Allen and Beatrix Gardner, who led a project to teach the chimp American Sign Language (ASL) in Washoe, Nevada, for which it was named. Washoe had been living on Central Washington University’s Ellensburg Campus since 1980. She had a vocabulary of about 250 words. Also, Washoe taught sign language to three younger chimps: Tatu, 31, Loulis, 29, and Dar, 31
Primate (灵长类) researcher Jane Goodall, in Fouts’ book Next of Kin, noted the importance of the work with Washoe. “Roger, through his ongoing conversations with Washoe and her extended family, has opened a window into a chimpanzee’s mind,” Goodall said.
Though previous efforts to teach chimps spoken languages had failed, the researchers believed there was a better chance using signs. But Washoe’s language skills were disputed by scientists who believed that language is unique to humans. Among those who doubted that chimps could use language were linguist (语言学家) Noam Chomsky and Harvard scientist Steven Pinker. They believed primates simply learn to perform certain acts in order to receive rewards, and do not acquire true language.
As for its first task, Washoe was involved with _______.
A. some space research
B. a study on African animals
C. an ASL project
D. the program of training the Air Force
In Goodall’s opinion, teaching Washoe ASL ______.
A. was not successful
B. led to the book Next of Kin
C. won honor for Fouts
D. made a difference
In the last paragraph, the underlined word “disputed” probably means “______”.
A. supported
B. studied
C. questioned
D. discussed
What can be inferred from the passage?
A. The ASL project was first set up in Africa for the study on Washoe.
B. Washoe may communicate with other chimps by signing.
C. Washoe must have been able to speak 250 words or so.
D. The researchers will prove that most chimps could use language.
Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A. Washoe was the first animal to be taught human language.
B. Washoe, the chimp, was named in honor of a place.
C. There were four chimps in total at Ellensburg Campus.
D. Chomsky believed primates only perform silent signs.
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科目：高中英语 来源：2014届江苏省高二上学期中考试英语试卷（解析版） 题型：阅读理解
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?Audio instruction with a 25-year history of success
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?Special offers on our more advanced courses
Reasons to learn using the Pimsleur Approach:
?Speak without an accent so that you sound like a native.
?Practice what’s natural to you in English.
?Feel safe and confident. You’ll know how to deal with any situation.
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?Join 25 million people who have graduated with success since 1980.
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B．Eight fluency-focused lessons on four audio CDs.
C．30-minute lessons are perfect for your daily commuting, lunch break, or workout.
D．25 million people have graduated with success.
2.According to the text, what does the course offer?
A．Language rules for you to recite.
B．Effective language instruction.
C．Learning a new language by repeating many times.
D．Opportunities to work with business professionals.
3.According to the text, which of the following is NOT a reason for choosing the Pimsleur Approach?
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B．It will build your confidence.
C．It will teach you how to control your balance.
D．It will help you remember things easily.
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A．report on a new language learning method
B．comment on a language training organization
C．notice of the opening of a new course
D．ad of a language training organization
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科目：高中英语 来源：福建省2009-2010学年度高一第二学期期中考试英语试卷 题型：阅读理解
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Damage to Ozone layer Gets Worse
In the middle of winter, when snow is falling in many parts of the United States, scientists have sounded a warning to people who plan to spend many hours in the sun this summer. The warning is: The sun’s summertime rays are more dangerous than once thought.
A team of scientists from 80 nations recently reported to the United Nations that a layer of ozone (臭氧层) in the atmosphere, which protects humans from harmful levels of ultraviolet radiation（紫外线辐射）, will be thinner over the United States this summer. The thinner layer allows more ultraviolet rays from the sun to reach Earth. The extra amount of ultraviolet radiation could cause an increase in the number of cases of skin cancer.
Scientists first became concerned about the ozone layer in the mid-1980s when a hole was discovered in the layer above Antarctica during the winter. The hole was caused by chemicals used in refrigerators and air conditioners. When these chemicals are sent out into the atmosphere, they produce gases that destroy the ozone.
Concern about the protective ozone layer rose more recently when data(数据) from satellites and ground stations showed that ozone levels were dropping over areas other than Antarctica. Low ozone levels were recorded in the spring and summer over the United States and over other populated areas in the world.
Although many countries have already begun stopping the use of ozone destroying chemicals, the new findings are expected to advance the timetable for a total ban(禁止) of the chemicals.
59. The scientists have observed the ozone layer_____.
A. since 1980 B. since last winter
C. for about 20 years D. for about one year
60. The ozone layer in the atmosphere can _____.
A. do a lot of good to human beings in many ways.
B. protect humans from diseases caused by bad weather.
C. do a lot of harm to human beings in the summer-time.
D. protect humans from harmful levels of ultraviolet radiation.
61. Scientists first found that there was a hole in the ozone layer_____.
A. above Arctic during the winter in the mid-1980s
B. above Antarctica during the winter in the mid-1980s
C. over somewhere in the north of the equator in 1980
D. over the U.S.A in the summertime in the mid-1980s
62. The damage to the ozone layer was caused by_____.
A. the changeable weather
B. ozone-destroying chemicals
C. chemicals from refrigerators
D. chemicals from air conditioners
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科目：高中英语 来源：2010-2011学年安徽省名校高三上学期第一次联考英语卷 题型：阅读理解
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?Audio instruction with a 25-year history of success
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?Special offers on our more advanced courses
Reasons to learn using the Pimsleur Approach:
?Speak without an accent so that you sound like a native.
?Practice what’s natural to you in English.
?Feel safe and confident. You’ll know how to deal with any situation.
?Protect your busy life. 30-minute lessons are perfect for your daily commuting, lunch break, or workout.
?Remember without trying. Material is scientifically arranged so that you learn without pain.
?Join 25 million people who have graduated with success since 1980.
The entire Pimsleur Approach is what language learning should be: quick, fun, and easy! Each lesson is the foundation for the next. You’ll keep building on what you’ve learned.
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A．Full 30-day money-back guarantee |
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B．Eight fluency-focused lessons on four audio CDs |
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C．25 million people have graduated with success . |
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D．30-minute lessons are perfect for your daily commuting, lunch break, or workout. |
2.According to the text, what does the course offer?
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A．Effective language instruction. |
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B．Language rules for you to recite. |
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C．Learning a new language by repeating many times |
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D．Opportunities to work with business professionals. |
3.According to the text, which of the following is NOT a reason for choosing the Pimsleur Approach?
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A．It will correct your accent. |
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B．It will build your confidence. |
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C．It will help you remember things easily. |
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D．It will teach you how to control your balance . |
4.It can be inferred that the text is a(n) __________.
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A．report on a new language learning method |
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B．ad of a language training organization |
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C．notice of the opening of a new course |
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D．comment on a language training organization |
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科目：高中英语 来源：安徽名校2010-2011学年高三第一次联考英语 题型：阅读理解
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Pimsleur courses help people who need to speak another language quickly．Our courses took 40 years to develop and are now used by the FBI, CIA, and business professionals everywhere．They’re so effective; you have nothing to lose!
You will get:
•Language instruction that is proven to be effective
•No boring repetition, charts or meaningless formulas
•Eight fluency-focused lessons on four audio CDs
•Audio instruction with a 25-year history of success
•Full 30-day money-back guarantee （just in case）
•Special offers on our more advanced courses
Reasons to learn using the Pimsleur Approach:
•Speak without an accent so that you sound like a native．
•Practice what’s natural to you in English．
•Feel safe and confident．You’ll know how to deal with any situation．
•Protect your busy life．30-minute lessons are perfect for your daily commuting, lunch break, or workout．
•Remember without trying．Material is scientifically arranged so that you learn without pain．
•Join 25 million people who have graduated with success since 1980．
The entire Pimsleur Approach is what language learning should be: quick, fun, and easy! Each lesson is the foundation for the next．You’ll keep building on what you’ve learned．
1.What can prove Pimsleur courses to be successful ?
A．Full 30-day money-back guarantee
B．Eight fluency-focused lessons on four audio CDs
C．25 million people have graduated with success ．
D．30-minute lessons are perfect for your daily commuting, lunch break, or workout．
2.According to the text, what does the course offer?
A．Effective language instruction．
B．Language rules for you to recite．
C．Learning a new language by repeating many times
D．Opportunities to work with business professionals．
3.According to the text, which of the following is NOT a reason for choosing the Pimsleur Approach?
A．It will correct your accent．
B．It will build your confidence．
C．It will help you remember things easily．
D．It will teach you how to control your balance ．
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A．report on a new language learning method
B．ad of a language training organization
C．notice of the opening of a new course
D．comment on a language training organization
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