What happens to a teenage kid when the world he thought he knew suddenly changes? Find out in Little Brother by American author Cory Doctorow. It is a fascinating book for a new generation of science fiction readers.
Marcus Yallow, 17, from San Francisco is much more comfortable in front of a computer than obeying the rules of society. Smart, fast and wise to the ways of the networked world, he has no trouble outwitting his high school's monitoring(监控) system. This way he and his friends get to head off to play a popular online game in real life.
While they are playing, a bomb explodes on the Bay Bridge. Marcus stops a military vehicle to get help for his injured friend, but this simple act throws him into a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) secret prison. There he is treated as a possible terrorist. He is eventually let go after four days, but his injured friend disappears.
When he returns, Marcus discovers that there are many “security measures” in place and that now all citizens are treated like potential terrorists. While some consider this government action necessary for public safety, Marcus sees this as a complete destruction of the rights he is supposed to have as a citizen.
He knows that no one will believe his story, which leaves him with only one thing to do: to take down the DHS (数字处理系统) himself. He helps organize a large network called Xnet to spread the truth, anonymously (匿名地).
The book presents a young man who is irresponsible, but learns about himself, and grows, in the course of the story. As part of this learning and growing he becomes aware of very serious issues about his society.
1. What kind of article does this passage belong to?
A. A fascinating story B. A news report
C. A book review D. A TV programme
2.The underlined word “outwitting” in the second paragraph means ________.
A. destroying in a wise way B. buying in a wise way
C. cheating in a wise way D. helping in a wise way
3.Marcus Yallow was sent to prison because ________.
A. he killed his friend
B. he bombed a military vehicle
C. his injured friend disappeared
D. he did something that a possible terrorist could do
4.From the second paragraph we can infer that ________.
A. Marcus Yallow is expert at the network world
B. Marcus Yallow is smart, fast and wise in real life
C. Marcus Yallow always plays online games in real life
D. Marcus Yallow is much more comfortable obeying the rules of society
科目:高中英语 来源:2016届山西榆社中学高三10月月考英语试卷(解析版) 题型:短文改错
短文改错(共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分)
文中共有10处语言错误,每句中最多有两处,每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加:把缺词处加一个漏符号(∧),并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除:把多余的词用斜线(\)划掉。
修改:在错的词下划一横线,并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意:
1. 每处错误及其修改均仅限一词;
2.只充许修改10处,多者(从第11处起)不计分。
Mr. Johnson is a hardworking teacher. Every day, he spends too much time with his work. With little sleep and any break, so he works from morning till night. Hard work have made him very ill. “He has ruined his healthy. We are worried about him.” That is which other teachers say. Yesterday afternoon. I paid visit to Mr. Johnson. I was eager to see him, but outside her room I stopped. I had to calm myself down. Quietly I step into the room. I saw him lying in bed, looking at some of the picture we had taken together. I understood that he missed us just as many as we missed him.
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It is the superior intelligence and the use of language that distinguish man______ the other animals.
A. with B. among C. between D. from
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— I am so glad that I caught you at home. I need your help!
— ____, John?
A. What else B. So what
C. How come D. What’s up
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根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
It’s the time of year when graduates are looking forward to putting constant exams behind and moving on to more exciting stage of their lives. But is the digital age, not everything is son easily left behind, because they have created a digital footprint that’s often not easy to cover up. However, there are various actions they can take to make that online presence more appealing. 1.
Clean up your Facebook account
Clean up your Facebook page and get rid of anything that could be considered offensive or held against you. Remember, the test is no longer “Would you want grandma to see it?” but “ 2. ”
Use a professional looking photo
3. , so make sure that first impression is a good one. Again, what worked at school is unlikely to impress the employers. Also, be consistent and use the same photo on all your online platforms.
__4.
While it’s important to make the transition(过渡) from school to the workplace, you don’t want to leave everything behind. Make a point of keeping in touch with your school friends, teachers, professors, sports coaches, or anyone who could be helpful to you as you establish a career.
Be yourself
Nobody can be more like you than you. 5. Turn your social networking pages into your own personal website, and start marking your own individual brand!
A. Grow your network
B. Search your memory
C. A picture is worth a thousand words
D. Whom would you want to see it?
E. Would you want a future employer to see it?
F. Make sure your online presence is representative of who you really are.
G. Here are a few suggestions that you might want to pass on.
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SIGN YOUR CHILD UP FOR “FLY TO THE MOON CLUB”
AND ENJOY A FREE * FLIGHT TO ANY DESTINATION IN ASIA!
With a registration fee of just $50 per child, children under the age of 12 can join Eagle Airways’
FLY TO THE MOON CLUB as members.
They can then enjoy the same benefits onboard Eagle Airways’ newest Boeing-797 to any destination in the world!
BENEFITS YOU CAN’T MISS!
• A free * flight to any destination in Asia
• 30% off any course at Tanya Language School
• 20% off any purchase made at Ruby Bookstore
• A free notebook with every purchase above $50 at Starlight Stationery
• A free bowl of dessert for a family of four at Don’s Diners dinner ordered
• A birthday gift on your child’s birthday
• A free album containing pictures taken during the journey
All bookings made before 12 September will receive free travel insurance for the entire family! **Insurance is issued by Live Life Insurance Group.
10% OFF ALL BOOKINGS for departures from 5 to 11 September
* Child must be accompanied by two paying adults.
** Terms and conditions apply.
1.One of the benefits mentioned in the advertisement is ________.
A. a free flight to any destination in the world
B. 30% off any book purchased at Ruby Bookstore
C. a free bowl of dessert at any restaurant at the airport
D. a discount on any course at Tanya Language School
2.Which of the following bookings may receive the most benefits?
A Booking date Departure date
September 13 September 18
B. Booking date Departure date
September 2 September 12
C. Booking date Departure date
August 15 September 4
D. Booking date Departure date
August 16 September 8
3.Which of the following is TRUE according to the advertisement?
A. You need to pay $50 to sign up a child for the club.
B. Club members enjoy free travel insurance for any flight.
C. The advertisement is intended for students of all ages.
D. Any child must be accompanied by at least one paying adult.
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---Jane has made great progress in English this term.
--- ______, and______.
A. So she has; so you have
B. So has she; so you have
C. So has she; so have you
D. So she has; so have you
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This March is a busy month in Shanghai.There's a lot to do.Here are the highlights.
Live Music - Late Night Jazz
Enjoy real American jazz from Herbie Davis, the famous trumpet player.He's coming with his new 7-piece band, Herbie’s Heroes.Herbie is known to play well into the early hours, so don't expect to get much sleep.This is Herbie’s third visit to Shanghai.The first two were sold out, so get your tickets quickly.
PLACE: The Jazz Club DATES: 15---23 March
PRICE: ¥80,120 TIME: 10:00p.m.till late!
TEL: 6466—8736
Scottish dancing
Take your partners and get ready to dance till you drop.Scottish dancing is fun and easy to learn.Instructors will demonstrate the dances.The live band, Gordon Stroppie and the Weefrees, are also excellent.
PLACE: Jack Stein's DATES: every Monday
PRICE: Y60 including one drink TIME: 7:00 ---0:00 p.m.
TEL: 6402-1877
Exhibitions - Shanghai Museum
There are 120,000 pieces on show here.You can see the whole of Chinese history under one roof.It’s always interesting to visit, but doubly so at the moment with the Egyptian Tombs exhibition.There are lots of mummies and more gold than you've ever seen before.Let us know if you see a mummy move!
PLACE: Shanghai Museum PRICE: ¥30 (¥ 15 for students)
TEL: 6888-6888 DATES: daily
TIME: Monday - Friday 9:00a.m.- 5:00p.m., Weekends 9:00a.m.--- 9:00p.m.
Dining - Sushi chef in town
Sushi is getting really big in Shanghai.In Japan, it’s become an art form.The most famous Sushi 'artist' is Yuki Kamura.She’s also one of the few female chefs in Japan.She’ll be at Sushi Scene all of this month.
PLACE: Sushi Scene in the Shanghai Hotel DATES: all month
PRICE: ¥200 TIME: lunchtime
TEL: 6690-3211
For a full listing of events, see our website.
1.Suppose you are going to attend an activity at 8: 00p.m.on Saturday, which one can you choose?
A.Live Music - Late Night Jazz
B.Exhibitions - Shanghai Museum
C.Scottish dancing
D.Dining - Sushi chef in town
2.Which of the following is true according to the advertisements?
A.Scottish dancing is so interesting and easy that it never tires you out.
B.The performance given by the American jazz band won't last long.
C.Sushi is not popular in Shanghai as it is a kind of Japanese traditional food.
D.It is more interesting to visit Shanghai Museum for the exhibits from Egypt.
3.From the text we may learn that Kamura is _______.
A.an instructor
B.a waitress
C.a coo
D.an artist
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根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中的两项为多余选项。
Q&A
Question: I have recently got a senior position within my company.One of my new tasks is to make monthly progress reports on my department in front of other senior officials. During my first meeting, I presented and then opened the floor to questions. 1. My first reaction was to answer defensively.Later, I realized that I shouldn’t have felt that way.But how can I keep cool and effectively answer questions in this type of settings?
Answer: Congratulations on your new position! Presenting in front of your peers (同事) is a hard task in itself and it becomes much more difficult when a question-and-answer period is required! Question-and-answer periods are a great way to clarify the message and strengthen key points. 2.
● 3.
When a person is asking a question, show interest and a desire to understand the question by listening and asking for clarification.
● Buy time
When facing a hard question, most people can’t give an answer immediately.Buy time by repeating the question in your own words. 4. These techniques allow you to quickly organize your thoughts as well as to make sure you will be correctly answering the question.
● Suggest a private meeting.
A one-to-one meeting is a calmer setting than speaking in front of your peers. 5.
A.Show your true interest.
B.Restate the question with respect.
C.Some ideas can be quite concrete.
D.There were many difficult questions.
E.It can also be more effective in exchanging ideas.
F.You may also ask for clarification on the question.
G.Here are some ideas that can help prepare for your next meeting.
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