54. Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?

　　　　 A. You should study in a different place every day, so you don’t get bored.

　　　　 B. Your concentration will improve if you study and watch TV at the same time.

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C. Check the time during the exam at a certain time.

D. Staying up all night and studying is tiring, but you will learn a lot using this method.

53. What is the writer's purpose of writing the passage?

A.　 He wants us to know what our limits are.

B.　 He wants us to learn to believe in ourselves.

C.　 He wants us to receive formal education.

D.　 He wants us to learn from B students.

C

Do you want to improve the way you study? Do you feel nervous before a test? Many students say that a lack of concentration (注意力) is their biggest problem. It seriously affects their ability to study, so do their test results.

If so, use these tips to help you.

Study Techniques

You should always study in the same place. You shouldn’t sit in a position that you use for another purpose. For example, when you sit on a sofa to study, your brain will think it is time to relax. Don’t watch TV while you are studying. Experts warn that your concentration may be reduced by 50 percent if you attempt to study in this way. Always try to have a white wall in front of you, so there is nothing to distract (make less concentrated) you. Before sitting down to study, gather together all the equipment you need. Apart from your textbooks, pens, pencils and knives, make sure you have a dictionary. If your study desk or table is needed when you are not studying, store all your equipment in a box beside it.

Your eyes will become tired if you try to read a text which is on a flat surface. Position your book at an angle of 30 degrees.

Be realistic and don’t try to complete too much in one study period. Finish one thing before beginning another. If you need a break, get up and walk around for a few minutes, but try not to telephone a friend or have something to eat.

Test-taking Skills

All your hard work will be for nothing if you are too nervous to take your test. Getting plenty of rest is very important. This means do not study all night before your test! It is a better idea to have a long-term study plan. Try to make a timetable for your study which lasts for a few months.

Exercise is a great way to reduce pressure. Doing some form of exercise every day will also improve your concentration. Eat healthy food too.

When you arrive in the examination room, find your seat and sit down. Breathe slowly and deeply. Check the time on the clock during the test, but not too often. Above all, take no notice of everyone else and give the test paper your undivided attention.

52. What does the underlined word "conquer" mean in the passage?

A.发现　　 B．控制　　 C．探索　 D.征服

51. Why did the teacher give the remaining students an A?

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A.　 Because they answered all the questions in the exam correctly.

B.　 Because they had been promised an A by the teacher before.

C　 Because they were confident in what they had learned.

D. Because they had been working hard for each exam.

50. Why did some students leave the classroom?

A.　 Because they were happy with the mark the teacher would give them.

B.　 Because they were allowed to take another easier exam later on.

C.　 Because they knew the teacher didn't like them to take the test.

D.　 Because they thought the exam was too easy to be worth a try.

49．What was used for transportation in the distant past in the U. S. A. ？

A．Trains 　　　 B．Trucks　 　C．Planes　 　　　　　 D．Ships and boats

B

The teacher stood before his class of 30 students and was about to hand out the final exam papers. "I know how hard you have all worked to prepare for this test,“he said. "And because I know you are all able to understand this material, I am ready to offer a B to anyone who would prefer not to take the test. "

A number of students jumped up to thank the teacher and left the classroom. The teacher looked at the remaining( 余下的 ) students and said," Does anyone else want to get a B? This is your last chance. " Two more students decided to go. Seven students stayed. The teacher then handed out the papers. There were only three sentences which were typed on the paper: Congratulations! You have received an A in this class. Keep believing in yourself.

I never had a teacher who gave a test like that, but I think that it is a test that any teacher could and should give. Students who do not have confidence in what they have learned are B students at most.

The same is true for students in real life. The A students are those who believe in what they are doing because they have learned from both successes and failures. They have learned life's lessons, whether from formal education or from events in their lives, and have become better people. Scientists say that by the age of eight, 80% of what we believe about ourselves has already been formed. You are a big kid now, and you realize that you have some limits( 局限). However, there is nothing you can't do or leant to be. Sir Edmund Hillary, the first person to reach the top of Mount Qomolangma(珠穆朗玛峰) said, "We do not conquer the mountain, but ourselves.

48．Why are rivers，lakes and coastlines important to the development of the U.S.A？

A．They make the climate better

B．They provide people with a good many opportunities of employment

C．They provide people with good transportation and whatever they need

D．They make the scenery of the country more beautiful and attractive．

47．In what aspect is the United States very fortunate？

A．Geographical location　 B．Good climate

C．Physical characteristics 　　　　 D．Both A and C

46．What are the principal physical characteristics of the United States？

A．Almost the same 　 　　　　B．Rather various

C．Very good for farming　 D．Suitable for transportation