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　　The martial arts, hand-to-hand fight practices, are popular in the West today. They came from Asia first from China, and later from Japan. Yoga, which in English means “united” , is another ancient practice. It came from India. The martial arts and yoga have much in common in addition to Asian origin and popularity in the West.

　　Before we talk about that, lei's quickly say something about the main difference between them. A person practising the martial arts uses fighting methods , but a person practising yoga does not. The yogi, a person who practises yoga, does riot fight and is not interested in war or fighting. Like the warrior （武士） , the yogi has mental and physical health as secondary aims. The primary aim of the yogi is the opposite of war, peace and unity with all things. It is clearly a spiritual aim. A calm, quiet mind and a strong, but relaxed body are important to both the warrior and the yogi. Both the mind and the body need energy , but if they have too much energy , they can't remain calm and relaxed. It is necessary to control the amount of energy that flows within one's body.

　　In hatha yoga, the type of yoga that is especially related to physical health, there are many positions of the body those look like the positions of animals. Both the Indians and the Chinese, from ancient times to the present , respect the way animals use energy and do not waste it. The. yogi imitates （模仿） the nonmoving positions of animals. The warrior imitates the fighting movements of animals. There are hundreds of different yoga positions and practices, and there are hundreds of different martial arts.

　　However, these practices have much in common, respect for nature and respect for the human body and mind. Both practices are also difficult and the warrior and the yogi use much mental,physical , and even spiritual energy to reach the aims they desire.

1．What is the main topic of the passage?

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2．Which of the following is true according to the passage?

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A．Both the warrior and the yogi should relax themselves while practising.

B．The martial arts came from Japan and China at the same time.

C．There is little in common between the martial arts and yoga.

D．Too much energy as they have, they can remain calm and relaxed.

3．The main difference between the warrior and the yogi is that ________.

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A．the warrior uses physical energy , but the yogi doesn't

B．the warrior learns how to fight , while the yogi doesn't

C．the yogi uses mental energy, but the warrior doesn't

D．the warrior's main aim is physical health , but the yogi's isn't

4．Which of the following is mentioned in the passage?

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A．The yogi absorbs in studying the fighting movements of animals.

B．The warrior and the yogi get the idea of the nonmoving positions from animals.

C．The warrior learns how to fight from animals.

D．The main aim of the yogi is mental and physical health.

5．To reach the aims they desire , both the warrior and the yogi use ________.

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A．physical energy

B．mental energy

C．physical and mental energy

D．mental , physical and spiritual energy

People in Britain often talk about their homes: their mortgages (按揭), the interest rates, and rising prices. Here’s a guide to some of the words and phrases you might come across.

        It’s a good idea in the UK to arrange a mortgage with a bank before you start looking. This is when the bank tells you how much money they will lend you so you have a good idea of how much you can afford.

        The next step is to go to an estate agent and see what sort of properties they have available in your budget range and in your area. If you see something you like, the estate agent will arrange for you to view the property, so that you can see the house or flat for yourself.

        If you see something that takes your eye, you put in an offer. The vendor (卖家) can accept or decline this offer, and if the vendor accepts it, you can move forward with the sale. However, as you don’t pay any money at this point, the offer isn’t legally binding (具有约束力), and in theory, you can pull out of the offer at any time that you like.

        Your next step will probably be to get a structural survey done. A qualified surveyor will inspect the house and write a report that illustrates any structural problems, like damp or drainage problems.

        If you still want to go ahead with the sale, you need to appoint a lawyer to do the legal paperwork, if you already own a house you might also be busy trying to sell it Many house owners prefer to sell to first-time buyers (those people who don’t already own a home), as they are not in a chain (waiting for other people to buyer house before they can buy their next house).

        Finally, once the contracts are signed and exchanged, you complete on your house. You get the keys and you can move in whenever you want. Then you might want to throw a house-warming party. Congratulation!

Which of the following shows the right order of what happens before the people in the UK move into a new house?

      a. ask for a company which represents others of properties

      b. decide how much to borrow from the bank

      c. examine the structure of the house

      d. hire a lawyer and make a contract

      e. offer the seller the right money

      f. visit the house and discuss a price with the seller

       A. b, a, f, d, c, e                                B. b, a, f, e, d, c

C. b, a, f, c, d, e                                     D. b, f, d, e, c, a

According to the passage, these statements are correct EXCEPT ___________.

       A. After getting the keys, the owners sometimes have a party.

       B. People care for mortgages, interest rates and the prices &house.

       C. The sellers are more interested in the first-time buyers.

       D. People can borrow the whole money for a new house from a bank.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?

       A. Collectors.                             B. Owners.

C. Lawyers.                                   D. Surveyors.

The passage is maybe one that _______________.

       A. give some advice on the house         B. give some tips to buyers

       C. introduces a book on travelers         D. introduces a guide to visitors

I love exploring new places. Whether I travel across America or around the world，a new adventure is always waiting. What I don’t always enjoy is the time spent 9,000 meters（30,000 feet）in the air. Tight spaces, long hours, and unexpected-problems can make air travel stressful. Follow these six tips to make your next flight a braze.
1. Make a checklist. Before you pack，make a checklist of everything you need and mark item off as you put them in your bag. Be sure you include important documents, such as your passport.
2. Pack light. You don’t need to pack your whole closet. Choose clothes that mix and match for more variety. Wear your largest shoes on the place to save room in your bag. And pack a few old items that you can leave behind to make more room for souvenirs(纪念品) on the way home.
3. Carry on essential （基本的）items. Unfortunately, dependable baggage service is hard to come by. When you fly, be sure to pack your medicine, important documents, and a change of clothes in your carry-on bag.
4. Pack water and snacks. No one wants to get stuck on a runway for hours without food, water. But bad weather or mechanical problems could leave you stranded（进退两难的）. Pack water and crackers in your carry-on. But leave fresh foods at home. Most countries won’t allow you to bring them across their borders.
5. Stretch your legs. More and more travelers suffer from blood clots caused by sitting too long in tight spaces. You can help prevent this problem by doing stretches in your seat taking short walks every hour.
6. Entertain yourself. A long trip can either mean hours of boredom or an exciting adventure. Plan ahead to keep yourself busy with books，magazines and portable CD player. Just don’t forget to bring extra batteries.
Research airlines before you book your reservations. For just a few dollars more，some airlines offer personal entertainment systems. Singapore Air gives you nearly 70 choices of movies，music channels, and other entertainment！
With a little planning ahead，you’ll be able to sit back and enjoy the ride.
68. It is advised by the writer in this passage to _____ for your flight.
A. pack all the things you will need    B. leave your important documents behind
C. carry some fresh foods with you    D. take some books, magazines and CD players
69. Which of the following tips isn’t mentioned in this passage？
A. Researching airlines before reservations.    B. Staying still during the whole flight.
C. Carrying some water and essential items.     D. Making a list of the things you need.
70. The underlined phrase “come by” in tip 3 probably means _____.
A. receive by chance    B. obtain by effort    C. pass by   D. offer in satisfaction
71. We can conclude from this passage that _____.
A. you will get sick during the long flight hours
B. old items are not allowed to bring back on the way home
C. you are not allowed to carry things as freely as you want
D. you can also board the plane without your passport

I love exploring new places. Whether I travel across America or around the world，a new adventure is always waiting. What I don’t always enjoy is the time spent 9,000 meters（30,000 feet）in the air. Tight spaces, long hours, and unexpected-problems can make air travel stressful. Follow these six tips to make your next flight a braze.

    1. Make a checklist. Before you pack，make a checklist of everything you need and mark item off as you put them in your bag. Be sure you include important documents, such as your passport.

2. Pack light. You don’t need to pack your whole closet. Choose clothes that mix and match for more variety. Wear your largest shoes on the place to save room in your bag. And pack a few old items that you can leave behind to make more room for souvenirs(纪念品) on the way home.

3. Carry on essential （基本的）items. Unfortunately, dependable baggage service is hard to come by. When you fly, be sure to pack your medicine, important documents, and a change of clothes in your carry-on bag.

4. Pack water and snacks. No one wants to get stuck on a runway for hours without food, water. But bad weather or mechanical problems could leave you stranded（进退两难的）. Pack water and crackers in your carry-on. But leave fresh foods at home. Most countries won’t allow you to bring them across their borders.

5. Stretch your legs. More and more travelers suffer from blood clots caused by sitting too long in tight spaces. You can help prevent this problem by doing stretches in your seat taking short walks every hour.

6. Entertain yourself. A long trip can either mean hours of boredom or an exciting adventure. Plan ahead to keep yourself busy with books，magazines and portable CD player. Just don’t forget to bring extra batteries.

Research airlines before you book your reservations. For just a few dollars more，some airlines offer personal entertainment systems. Singapore Air gives you nearly 70 choices of movies，music channels, and other entertainment！

With a little planning ahead，you’ll be able to sit back and enjoy the ride.

1. It is advised by the writer in this passage to _____ for your flight.

A. pack all the things you will need    B. leave your important documents behind

C. carry some fresh foods with you    D. take some books, magazines and CD players

2. Which of the following tips isn’t mentioned in this passage？

A. Researching airlines before reservations.    B. Staying still during the whole flight.

C. Carrying some water and essential items.     D. Making a list of the things you need.

3. The underlined phrase “come by” in tip 3 probably means _____.

A. receive by chance    B. obtain by effort    C. pass by    D. offer in satisfaction

4. We can conclude from this passage that _____.

A. you will get sick during the long flight hours

B. old items are not allowed to bring back on the way home

C. you are not allowed to carry things as freely as you want

D. you can also board the plane without your passport