The Americans believe that anybody can become President of the United States. In a recent Hollywood comedy(喜剧), that is exactly what happens.

Dave Kovic, played by Kevin Kline, is a kind-hearted man who runs a business that finds people jobs. He leads a typical(典型的) American way of life, except for one thing－he looks exactly like the President, Bill Mitchell. In fact, the only thing that makes him different from the nation’s leader is that he is very nice!

   The president has started using look-alikes during some public appearances. Dave is offered a chance to “serve his country” by becoming one. However, things go wrong. The President becomes very ill and Dave ends up acting as the President forever.

   Director Ivan Reitman, who made the popular and successful comedies like Twins, Ghostbusters and Legal Eagles, could have gone for easy laughs by making fun of the American government. Instead, Dave is an attractive comedy about an ordinary man in extraordinary situations. Kevin Kline gives a double performance as Dave and the President, and Sigourney Weaver is at her best as his First Lady. The love story that develops between her role and Dave is a real classic(经典).

   The film is 100% American. However, if you’ve ever felt that anybody could do a better job running the country than the people in power, then you’ll enjoy Dave!

1.What is the purpose of the text?

   A. To tell the reader about the American government.

   B. To discus the Americans’ ideas about the President.

   C. To make a comparison between Dave and other films.

   D. To introduce a new film to the reader.

2.Who plays the role of the President in the film?

   A. Sigourney Weaver.                B. Kevin Kline. 

   C. Bill Mitchell.                   D. Ivan Reitman.

3.The underlined word “one” in the 3rd paragraph refers to _____.

   A. the President   B. the director   C. an actor       D. a look-alike

4.Which of the following is best supported by the text?

   A. The author makes fun of the President.

   B. The author thinks highly of the film.

   C. The author is a fan of Hollywood comedies.

    D. The author wishes to become the American President.

 

根据下列句子首字母或所给汉语注释，在句子右边的横线上写出空缺处各单词的正确形式。(每空只写一词) (注意：将单词写在答题纸本题的横线上)

1.Well-spent aid is not _________(简单) throwing money at the poor.

2.This is a ___________(典型) example of temporary employment these days.

3.Her _____________(提拔) to Sales Manager took everyone by surprise.

4. Many foreigners who have never been to New York ______(联系) the city with the Statue of Liberty.

5.A research has provided evidence to support a theory that our brains have begun to ________(缩小).

6.What makes it surprising is that their r____________ to the defeat is to have another go.

7.The fruit is starting to go r______.

8. Don't profit yourself atthe e __________of others.

9. Developed countries b___________ much of the responsibility for environmental problems.

10. The clock has just s___________ three.

 

Suppose you work in a big firm and find English important for your job because you often deal with foreign businessmen. Now you are looking for a place where you can improve your English, especially your spoken English. Here are some advertisements about English language training from newspapers. You may find the information you need.

Global English Centre ☆General English in all four skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. ☆3-month (700 yuan), 6-month (1,200 yuan) and one year (2000 yuan) courses. ☆Choice fo morning or evening classes, 3 hours per day, Mon. ~Fri. ☆Experienced college English teachers. ☆Close to city centre and bus stops. Tel:67605270 Add:105 Zhongshan Road,100082

Modern Language School ☆ Special courses in English for business, travel, banking, hotel management and office skills. ☆ Small classes (12~16 students) on Sat.&Sum.from2:00 to 5:00 p.m. ☆ Native English teachers from Canada and USA. ☆ Language lab and computers supplied. ☆ 3-month course: (1050 yuan), 6-month course: (1850 yuan) Write or phone: Modern Language School, 675 Park Road, 100056 Tel: 67353019

The 21 sty Century English Training Centre ☆ We specialize in effective teaching at all levels. ☆ We offer morning or afternoon classes, both of which last three months and a half at a cost of 800 yuan. Entrance exams:1 June and 1 Dec. ☆ We also have a six-week TOEFL preparation class during winter and summer holidays. ☆ Only 15-minute walk from city centre. Call 67801642 for more information.

The International House of English ☆ 3/6-month English courses for students of all levels at very low cost: 60 yuan for 12 hours per week; convenient class hours:9~12 a.m. and2~5 p.m. ☆ A 4-month evening classes for developing speaking skills (same cost as day classes). ☆ Well-trained Chinese and foreign teachers experienced in teaching English as a 2nd foreign language. ☆ Free sightseeing and social activities。 ☆ Very close to the Central Park. For further information call 67432308.

1.You work from 9:00a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every day. Which school will you choose?

A．Global English Centre and Modern Language School.

B．Global English Centre and the International House of English.

C．Modern Language School and the 21st Century English Training.

D．The 21st Century English Training Center and the International House of English.

2.The 21st Century English Training Center is different from the other three schools in that.

A．its teaching quality is better	B．it is nearest to the city centre
C．its courses are more advanced	D．it requires an entrance examination

3.You’ll probably prefer to go to the International House of English because it.

A．offers free sightseeing and social activities

B．has a special course in spoken English

C．costs less than the other schools

D．has native English teachers

4.If you take the evening classes at the International House  of English, you’ll pay about      yuan.

A．60

B．240

C．720

D．960

 

Suppose you work in a big firm and find English important for your job because you often deal with foreign businessmen. Now you are looking for a place where you can improve your English, especially your spoken English. Here are some advertisements about English language training from newspapers. You may find the information you need.
Global English Centre
☆General English in all four skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
☆3-month (700 yuan), 6-month (1,200 yuan) and one year (2000 yuan) courses.
☆Choice fo morning or evening classes, 3 hours per day, Mon. ~Fri.
☆Experienced college English teachers.
☆Close to city centre and bus stops.
Tel:67605270
Add:105 Zhongshan Road,100082
Modern Language School
☆ Special courses in English for business, travel, banking, hotel management and office skills.
☆ Small classes (12~16 students) on Sat.&Sum.from2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
☆ Native English teachers from Canada and USA.
☆ Language lab and computers supplied.
☆ 3-month course: (1050 yuan), 6-month course: (1850 yuan)
Write or phone: Modern Language School, 675 Park Road, 100056
Tel: 67353019
The 21 sty Century English Training Centre
☆ We specialize in effective teaching at all levels.
☆ We offer morning or afternoon classes, both of which last three months and a half at a cost of 800 yuan. Entrance exams:1 June and 1 Dec.
☆ We also have a six-week TOEFL preparation class during winter and summer holidays.
☆ Only 15-minute walk from city centre.
Call 67801642 for more information.
The International House of English
☆ 3/6-month English courses for students of all levels at very low cost: 60 yuan for 12 hours per week; convenient class hours:9~12 a.m. and2~5 p.m.
☆ A 4-month evening classes for developing speaking skills (same cost as day classes).
☆ Well-trained Chinese and foreign teachers experienced in teaching English as a 2nd foreign language.
☆ Free sightseeing and social activities。
☆ Very close to the Central Park.
For further information call 67432308.
【小题1】You work from 9:00a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every day. Which school will you choose?

A．Global English Centre and Modern Language School.

B．Global English Centre and the International House of English.

C．Modern Language School and the 21st Century English Training.

D．The 21st Century English Training Center and the International House of English.

【小题2】 The 21st Century English Training Center is different from the other three schools in that.

A．its teaching quality is better	B．it is nearest to the city centre
C．its courses are more advanced	D．it requires an entrance examination

【小题3】You’ll probably prefer to go to the International House of English because it.

A．offers free sightseeing and social activities

B．has a special course in spoken English

C．costs less than the other schools

D．has native English teachers

【小题4】 If you take the evening classes at the International House  of English, you’ll pay about     yuan.

A．60

B．240

C．720

D．960

    The Americans believe that anybody can become President of the United States. In a recent Hollywood comedy（喜剧）, that is exactly what happens.

Dave Kovic, played by Kevin Kline, is a kind-hearted man who runs a business that finds people jobs. He leads a typical（典型的） American way of life, except for one thing－he looks exactly like the President, Bill Mitchell. In fact, the only thing that makes him different from the nation’s leader is that he is very nice!

       The president has started using look-alikes during some public appearances. Dave is offered a chance to “serve his country” by becoming one. However, things go wrong. The President becomes very ill and Dave ends up acting as the President forever.

       Director Ivan Reitman, who made the popular and successful comedies like Twins, Ghostbusters and Legal Eagles, could have gone for easy laughs by making fun of the American government. Instead, Dave is an attractive comedy about an ordinary man in extraordinary situations. Kevin Kline gives a double performance as Dave and the President, and Sigourney Weaver is at her best as his First Lady. The love story that develops between her role and Dave is a real classic（经典）.

       The film is 100% American. However, if you’ve ever felt that anybody could do a better job running the country than the people in power, then you’ll enjoy Dave!

63．What is the purpose of the text?

       A. To tell the reader about the American government.

       B. To discus the Americans’ ideas about the President.

       C. To make a comparison between Dave and other films.

       D. To introduce a new film to the reader.

64．Who plays the role of the President in the film?

       A. Sigourney Weaver.         B. Kevin Kline. 

       C. Bill Mitchell.           D. Ivan Reitman.

65．The underlined word “one” in the 3rd paragraph refers to _____.

       A. the President          B. the director     C. an actor    D. a look-alike

66．Which of the following is best supported by the text?

       A. The author makes fun of the President.

       B. The author thinks highly of the film.

       C. The author is a fan of Hollywood comedies.

       D. The author wishes to become the American President.