此题要求改正所给短文的错误。对标有题号的每一行作出判断：如无错误，在该行右边横线上划一个勾（√）；如有错误（每行只有一个错误），则按下列情况改正：

该行多一个词：把多余的词用斜线（\）划掉，在该行右边横线上写出该词，并也用斜线划掉。

该行缺一个词：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧），在该行右边横线上写出该加的词。

该行错一个词：在错的词下划一横线，在该行右边横线上写出改正后的词。

注意：原行没有错的不要改。

Dear Helen,

Thank you so much for your party at Christmas Eve．All            __________

of them enjoyed it very much．We liked the dishes you had         _________

cooked but we were happy to learn the English songs you taught      _________

us．We hope you’ll teach us a lot many songs in the future．        _________

We’re leaving from our hometowns to spend the winter              _____

vacations．It seems that many of us are homesick after             _______

being away from home for such a longtime．What are your         ____

plans? Will you join in the tourist group organized by our school?    ________

We are busy prepare for our trips．Please excuse us                     ____

for not able to say goodbye to you．                             _____

We hope you’ll have a good time．

                                               Yours,

                                              Xiao Hua

信息匹配（共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分）

阅读下列应用文及相关信息，并按要求匹配信息。请在答题卡上将对应题号的相应选项字母涂黑,选择项有一项是多余的。

首先阅读下列国外媒体上的插图及介绍性文字：

A. Cornwall

You can find that 'weekend feeling' every day of the year, in the country's favourite holiday destination. Some find it in a rock pool on a golden beach, others find it along a dramatic coastal path over-looking crashing waves, while for some it can only be discovered on wild moors and quiet woods. Art lovers are sure to find all the inspiration they could wish for in a lively arts scene, while gastronauts can savour the secret ingredients that make Cornwall a foodie's heaven.                                                    

Start planning, start discovering; get your free 2011 official Cornwall guide and visit the website.

B. Cornwall, paradise found

The gardens of Cornwall are the envy of the world. With its temperate climate Cornwall is the perfect home for a flourishing variety of plants, trees and shrubs. For seasoned horticulturists, keen amateurs or energetic families looking for a fun day out, there is always a surprise around the next corner - maybe a hidden vista or a startling splash of colour.

   With over 70 gardens to choose from you can walk amongst wild woodlands or stand and admire the formal splendour of a country estate. Kitchen gardens, perfumed gardens, and even Japanese gardens - you will discover something fresh, whatever the season.

Click the 'request brochure' button for your FREE guide or visit the website for more information.

C. Peak District

Come to the Peak District and get right to the heart of a great holiday - right at the heart of the UK. Our world-class destination is a stone's throw from everywhere. From Hollywood film locations to superb landscapes and quality accommodation to luscious local food, we've got it all. Add awesome attractions, historic houses, glorious gardens, fantastic theme parks, fabulous festivals and vibrant nightlife - and you have the perfect recipe for a brilliant break. Order your free copy of our 2011 Visitor Guide now!

D. Discover the stunning Channel Island of Guernsey in 2011

It doesn't take long to get to the stunning Channel Island of Guernsey, but once you're here, you'll feel a long way from home - Discover its unforgettable blend of stunning scenery, unique character and rich heritage for yourself in 2011.

Welcome to the islands of Guernsey. Lying close to the north coast of France and bathed by the warm waters of the Gulf Stream, the islands are the perfect escape.

   Indulge in an unforgettable meal, explore the region's rich heritage or simply revel in the beauty of your surroundings, the islands of choice have it all. On this site, you'll find all the information you need to create a holiday filled with special memories - So take some time to look around and start planning your perfect break.

E. Visit the English Riviera - South Devon’s Beautiful Bay

   Torquay, Babbacombe, Paignton and Brixham boast stunning beaches and award-winning visitor attractions.

But it's not just palm trees and a famously mild climate, there is treasured literary and natural heritage just waiting to be discovered. The 22 miles of coastline has been endorsed by UNESCO as a Global Geopark. Explore Agatha Christie's place of birth and the inspiration behind fictional tales and her real life story.

Visit the website to request your free Accommodation Guide and prepare to explore South Devon's beautiful bay.

F. Pure Jersey

Whether you're looking for a short break or longer holiday, Jersey has it all! Discover breathtaking beaches, fabulous restaurants, cosmopolitan shopping, leafy country lanes, award-winning attractions and fascinating WWII history. Stay in family-friendly hotels or self-catering lodges, chic hotels or great-value guest houses.

    With over 30 departure points from the UK, you can fly in less than an hour or sail by fast ferry. What's more, with its lovely mild climate, Jersey is the warmest place in the British Isles.

以下是几位计划出行者的情况介绍。请将介绍与相关插图及说明性文字匹配起来。

Doris , an amateur photographer , is now learning English in the UK. She is planning for a short visit to a place where she can not only has inspiration but also enjoys good food. More importantly, she wish to make it flexible according to her schedule. Any season would be fine as long as there are colourful flowers and warm sun shine.

.Rainy, a housewife, is taking a short break to relax herself from boring daily routine, but wishes to spend some days outdoors with her three young girls. She hates the cold winter and is ready to travel by any means of transportation so long as it won’t take a long time. She prefers street shopping to on line shopping.

Shirley, a professional column writer, is expecting to experience the UK in a special and unforgettable way. She writes about review on food, introduction to customs and lifestyle of the British.

Kathy, an artist, has great passion for nature. She is enthusiastic about exploring the unknown , learning from tradition, enjoying the amazing scenery and bathing the sun on the beach. She usually reads a lot about the persons she paints before she starts working on it.

King, a scholar, a nature lover, has written quite a few books on wars. On the other hand, he is particular about food. He is planning to spend one or two days simply enjoying the beauty of nature and quietness of the woods.

  Americans usually make allowance(宽容) for non-native-speakers who have some trouble understanding English. But they become annoyed when a person pretends to understand but doesn’t really and then creates problems because of misunderstanding what is said. No one wants soap when he asks for soup. So if you don’t understand what is said to you, admit it and politely ask the person to repeat or explain.

  Second, it is quite rude to talk with a friend in your native language and leave your American friends standing there feeling stupid because they can’t understand the conversation. The Americans may also feel that you are talking about them or saying something you don’t want them to hear. If you must turn to your native language to explain something to a non-English-speaking friend, at least translate for your American friends so they don’t feel left out.

  Learn just a few more polite English expressions, and you’ll be ready to face the world of Americans with confidence. The polite answer to a compliment(赞扬) about your looks or your works is “Thank you.” (A smile and a nod is not enough.) The response to “Thank you.” is, of course, “You’re welcome,” if someone asks “How are you?” don’t give your medical history. Just say “Fine, thanks. How are you?” Finally, what should you say when someone sneezes(打喷嚏)? It may not seem logical, but the correct response is “God bless you.” That’s about all there is to it. Now that you’ve learned this general knowledge of manners, in the U. S. A., you’ve ready to be polite in English. Let’s hope your American friends will be just as polite.

1.In the first paragraph, the underlined word “annoyed” means      .

A. rather angry          B. very impolite       C. quite unfriendly        D. fairly pleased

2.The passage is mainly about      in the U. S. A.

A. the importance of good manners          B. the general knowledge of English

C. the skill in daily conversations           D. the good manners in communication

3. When you talk with someone in your native language, your American friend may feel     .

A. he should learn the language             B. you try to keep some secrets from him

C. you are angry with him                 D. he becomes a fool

 

  Born in America, I spoke English, not Chinese, the language of my ancestors. When I was three, my parents flashed cards with Chinese   36   at my face, but I pushed them   37   . My mom believed I would learn   38   I was ready. But the   39   never came. On a Chinese New Year’s Eve, my uncle spoke to me in Chinese, but all I could do was   40   at him, confused, scratching my head. “Still can’t speak Chinese?” He   41   me, “You can’t even buy a fish in Chinatown. ”“Hey, this is America, not China. I’ll get some   42   with or without Chinese. ” I replied and turned to my mom for   43   . “Remember to ask for fresh fish, Xin Xian Yu, ”she said, handing over a $20 bill. I   44   the words, running  downstairs into the streets of Chinatown. I found the fish   45   surrounded in a sea of customers. “I’d like to buy some fresh fish, ”I shouted to the fishman. But he  46   my English words and turned to serve the next customer. The laugh of the people behind increased   47   their impatience. With every   48   , the breath of the dragons(龙)on my back grew stronger—my blood boiling—   49   me to cry out, “Xian Sheng Yu, please. ”“Very Xian Sheng, ”I repeated. The crowd erupted into laughter. My face turned   50   and I ran back home   51   , except for the $20 bill I held tightly in my pocket. Should I laugh or cry? They’re Chinese. I’m Chinese. I should feel right at   52   . Instead, I was the joke, a disgrace (丢脸)to the language. Sometimes, I laugh at my fish   53   , but, in the end, the joke is on 54   . Every laugh is a culture   55   ; every laugh is my heritage (传统)fading away.

36. A. custom               B. games               C. characters                D. language

37. A. ahead                  B. around                     C. along                       D. aside

38. A. when                  B. before               C. unless                      D. until

39. A. success                     B. study                C. time                                D. attempt

40. A. aim                            B. joke                         C. nod                                 D. stare

41. A. cared about                                            B. laughed at

C. argued with                                                        D. asked after

42. A. right now                                               B. from now

C. at times                                                              D. in time

43. A. decision                                                        B. permission

C. information                                                  D. preparation

44. A. repeated              B. reviewed           C. spelled                     D. kept

45. A. farm                   B. stand                 C. pond                 D. market

46. A. guessed                     B. forgot               C. doubted                    D. ignored

47. A. by                      B. as                            C. with                         D. from

48. A. second                B. effort                C. desire                D. movement

49. A. forcing               B. allowing            C. persuading         D. leading

50. A. bright                 B. blank                 C. pale                         D. red

51. A. open-mouthed                                        B. tongue-tied

C. empty-handed                                              D. broken-hearted

52. A. service                B. home                C. risk                          D. root

53. A. trade                   B. deed                  C. challenge           D. incident

54. A. it                        B. us                            C. me                           D. them

55. A. thrown               B. lost                          C. divided                     D. reflected

Where have all the boys gone？You may be able to find them in the gym, at work or hanging out, but there’s one important place where boys are under­represented, and the problem seems to be getting worse. These days, at high school graduation ceremonies, there are a lot more girls than boys.

In fact, every year, 10 percent more girls graduate from high school than boys. “I think that there’s a tendency to focus on boys as problems at this point, rather than recognize that boys have problems,” says Joanne Max, PhD. Experts say the problems start in grade school, where there’s often an emphasis on sports instead of reading, for example. “I think that with boys there’s some idea that it’s not masculine(男子汉的)to read,” says Rob Jenkins, an English professor.

There’s also a shortage of male teachers as role models. “I think boys need role models, so if you’re a boy and you don’t have a dad in your home and then you have one male teacher and it’s your athletic coach then I don’t think you have a message that education is very important,” says Carol Carter, another expert. In addition, classrooms often have too little activity and too much passive listening, which is not conducive(有益的)to boys’  learning.

Experts say parents can fight back in many ways. Read to your sons early and often; show by your actions that you value their education. Ask them about their schoolwork, offer help, drop by their classroom and finally, appeal to their competitive spirit: challenge them to do better and help them understand that their future depends on it.

1.The underlined part “one important place” in Paragraph 1 refers to “______”.

A. classrooms                         B. factories

C. high school graduation ceremonies      D. gyms

2.According to the passage，boys have the problem that they think ______.

A. reading is more important than sports     

B. it is shameful for boys to read

C. boys should not work as a teacher        

D. boys lack the gift for reading

3.Carol Carter’s words implied that ______.

A. parents play an important role in education

B. athletic coaches contribute a lot to education

C. lack of male teachers affects boys’ attitudes to school work

D. classrooms lack enough activities that are suitable for boys

4.According to experts，parents should do the following except ______.

A．often read to their sons when they are young

B．keep an eye on their sons’ studies at school

C．encourage their sons to compete with others

D. prevent their sons from taking part in sports