Are you looking for something fun and would you like to help others in your spare time? Then join us to be a volunteer! We’re a non-profit (赢利的) organization. We have volunteer jobs of all ages. Anyone, from twelve-year-old children to people in their seventies can become a volunteer.
You can help people in many ways. Schools need help with taking care of children while parents are working. Hospitals need volunteers to look after children while their parents are seeing a doctor. Animal lovers can help take care of those dogs and cats without homes. There is something for everyone.
“As a volunteer, I don’t want to get anything. Seeing the children’s happy faces, I’m happy, too.” Said Carlos Domingo, an old woman of 62. “I often played computer games in my spare time before. Now I help older people learn how to use computers.” said another volunteer at the age of 18.
If everyone helps out a bit, we’ll have a better world to live in. Interested? Call us 1-800-555-5756 or visit our website: www.activol.com.
【小题1】When do the volunteers help others?

阅读下列应用文及相关信息，从所给的六个选项中，选出符合小题要求的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中有一项为多余选项。
注意：涂卡时选项E用AB表示，选项F用CD表示。
以下是有关博物馆、音乐厅、剧院、大学等的信息：
A. National Museums and Galleries on Merseyside represents the full collection of museums and galleries in the city and offers the Eight Pass for a small fee, this enables the visitor a year’s unlimited visits to all eight establishments.
B. Although it is mainly associated with classical music, the Philharmonic Hall has branched out into popular music and the varied programme now includes country, rock, jazz and pop concerts; similar acts can be seen at the Empire. There is also the Picket on Hardman Street, and on Bold Street also has live music, including the occasional big name wanting to play in a smaller venue.
C. London Theatre may be separated into three parts. One section encompasses the sophisticated end of the theatre spectrum—plenty of Shakespeare and excellent modern plays. There are also the West End shows—this refers to the big productions, not to where they’re located. There are many big-production plays and operas that make for a great evening out.
D. Humanities College will set targets in three humanities—based specialist subjects. Applicants must choose a minimum of one key subject from history, geography or English. They will choose two other subjects from the following: religious education, citizenship, classics, English, history and geography.
E. Dance performances tend to center on Theater, where contemporary dance, ballet and opera can all be found. The Barbican Centre also house excellent productions, and the ICA is a Mecca for experimental dance.
F. Sexton College is the leading specialist catering（饮食提供）training centre in the education sector. Everyday we offer healthy, innovation and exciting menus, which meet the government standards. We have provided catering and cleaning services to Saint Francis Xavier’s College and the whole Liverpool for many years and recently won the contract to supply catering to Manchester. So join us, and you will get lots of practice.
以下是与广告相关的五个年人，请匹配他们各自可能去的地方。
【小题1】 Jon Murphy: I have worked for six months in California and have been to places as far as Bangkok, Australia, Canada and throughout Europe. Working with the communities is fantastic.
【小题2】 James Barton: I suppose I was born with a love of music. Every day, I listen to music for at least two hours and music bands are my favorite.
【小题3】Jane Lake: I was at university studying Religious Studies and English. And now my area of practice is painting and drawing.
【小题4】Dave Kirby: I met my great friend Andrew Schofield and it was probably he who introduced me to the theatre and plays.
【小题5】Gary Burkett: Being a chef involves a lot of work. Not only do you have to cook but you learn about stock control, sourcing quality food, compiling rosters and creating attractive and exciting menus.

第三部分：阅读理解（共20小题;每小题2分，满分40分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
“Mr. Mandela has spent 67 years making the world a better place. We’re asking you for 67 minutes”. Nelson Mandela turns 91 on the 18th of July, and the call has gone out for people everywhere to celebrate his birthday and the global launch of Mandela Day by acting on the idea that each person has the power to change the world.
The call by the Nelson Mandela Foundation and its sister organizations for the creation of an official global Mandela Day is gaining great support. It is to be celebrated on the 18th of July every year－Mandela’s birthday.
“The celebration of Mandela Day aims to call on people to recognize their power and devote 67 minutes to making an imprint (印记) and helping change the world around them for the better”, the Nelson Mandela Foundation said at the launch of the campaign in April.
“Nelson Mandela has been making an imprint on the world for 67 years, beginning in 1942 when he first started to fight for the human rights of every South African. He has set a good example to the world. ”
Mandela said at the time of the launch that he would be honoured if such a day can serve to bring together people around the world to fight poverty and improve peace.
Former US president Bill Clinton said Mandela’s example showed that the power of public kindness does not require public office, but a well-placed heart and a determined mind .
South African President Jacob Zuma said it would give people in South Africa and all over the world the opportunity to do something good to help others. Let us wholeheartedly support Mandela Day and encourage the world to join us in this wonderful campaign.
51. The underlined word “launch” in the first paragraph can be replaced by“________”.
A．celebration            B．creation           C．realization         D. activity
52. The aim of setting up Mandela Day is to________ .
A．celebrate Nelson Mandela’s 91st birthday
B．improve the international position of South Africa
C．encourage people to fight poverty
D．call on people to make the world a much better place
53. It can be inferred from the passage that Bill Clinton and Jacob Zuma________.
A．do not support some ideas of Nelson Mandela
B．were too busy to attend Nelson Mandela’s 91st birthday celebration
C．think highly of the contribution Nelson Mandela has made to the world
D．disagree with the idea of setting up a global Mandela Day
54. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?
A．Nelson Mandela began to fight for the human rights in 1942.
B．It took 67 minutes to celebrate Mandela’s birthday.
C．Presidents form all around the world will attend the celebration.
D．The Nelson Mandela Foundation made 18th July Mandela Day.

Nowhere else like Alaska can you enjoy a whale exploding out of the water or an eagle pulling a silver fish from the river. Combine these images with high mountains, brilliant icebergs and wonderful meals and you really do have the Best of Alaska! Join us for an unforgettable 7-day holiday to Alaska!
You can have fun here:
JUNEAU: Juneau, the state capital, is rich in culture and scenic beauty. It is here that we start and end our trip.
HAINES: Haines is a small community located along the fjords (峡湾). The natural beauty and expansive wilderness found here have made Haines an important center for adventure in Alaska.
ALASKA INDIAN ARTS: Alaska Indian Arts is a nonprofit corporation devoted to the preservation and continuation of traditional native craft and culture of the Northwest Native Tribes. You can spend a few hours learning carving, playing native beading (珠子) from local artists.
SKAGWAY: Skagway is a lively town, which still reflects its gold rush roots and origins. In Skagway, you may stop at the Klondike Gold Rush National Park Visitor’s Center and ride the White Pass Yukon Route Railway.
GUSTAVUS: Gustavus is the gateway to Glacier Bay National Park. You’ll stay at a comfortable house here for two nights. This will be the base for both the whale-watching excursion (远足) and a full day cruise (巡游) in Glacier Bay.
DATES/ PRICES:
May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15.
7 days --- $3,500, including lodging, all meals, excursions, guides, park fees, sales taxes, and transportation between Juneau, Skagway, Haines, and Gustavus. Not included: Alcohol, personal items, airfare to and from Juneau.
Contact:
E-mail: info@alaskamountainguides.com
Call: 1.800.766.3396
Address: Alaska Mountain Guides& Climbing School
P.O. Box 1081, Haines AK 99827
【小题1】Where can you get to know the local history?

We invited her to join us in the discussion, but she would not _______.

A. take action B. take notice  C. take part     D. take notes