Most drinks stating that they are fruitflavored (水果味道的) contain no fruit at all, while most
of the rest contain only a small quantity of fruit, according to a study carried by the British Food
Commission.
     "Shoppers need to check the labels (標(biāo)簽) before buying drinks, though sometimes the actual
content can be nonexistent," said Food Commission spokesperson Ian Tokelove. "Food production
is highly competitive. __1__ It will increase profits, and consumers won't always realize they are
being tricked."
     Flavorings are focused on the flavors of natural food products such as fruits, meats and vegetables,
or creating flavor for food products that do not have the desired flavors. Researchers analyzed the
contents of 28 strawberryflavored products sold in stores.    __2__  Of the 11 products that did
contain strawberries, five of them contained less than one percent real fruit. In addition, each juice
box contained nearly eight teaspoons of sugar.
      __3__  Let's take jam as an example. Some strawberryflavored jam was labeled as containing
no artificial colors, flavors, or sweeteners, but it contained absolutely no strawberries at all.
     __4__  Consumers have the rights to know clearly about what they have bought. Under current
UK law, food packages do not have to distinguish between natural and artificial flavoring. "Describing
a product as strawberry flavor and covering the surface of the packet with pictures of strawberries is
misleading.   __5__ Unfortunately, it is also legal and widespread," Tokelove said. "It's time to take
measures to protect the consumers' rights."

A. The products which contain real fruit are popular with people.
B. Even products advertised as more natural often contained no fruit.
C. They found that about 60 percent of them didn't contain any fruit at all.
D. If companies can cut their costs by using flavoring, they are likely to do so.
E. It is important and necessary to demand a small amount of flavoring in the products.
F. Actually the product contains just a tiny percentage of strawberry or even no fruit at all.
G. The Food Commission suggested all flavors used in a product should be listed on the packaging.

     The survey showed that the top choice for both parents and teens was to go out for a family meal. This is
ideal for those who don't have much time to spare because the occasion can be made to feel special while the
whole family can stay together for a couple of hours or less. Make sure that everyone has a say in where they'd
like to eat. In case you don't go to one person's suggested restaurant this time then avoid disputes by suggesting
you to there another day.
     The second favorite choice for spending quality time was to go on a family holiday. This can be one of the
most effective ways to engage with your teen in a fun and relaxing setting away from the distractions (使人分
心的事) of normal daily life. What's more, you'll return home with shared memories to cherish forever.
     If you're looking for something slightly less expensive and time-consuming than a holiday, plan a day trip
instead. Day trips were considered by more teenagers than parents. in the survey as a good way to spend quality
time. Unsurprisingly, more teens than parents also said that they'd like to go to a theme park. But if the thought
of roller coasters and long queues leaves you feeling uncomfortable, perhaps consider a day out to another town
or city, going shopping or catching a movie at the cinema instead.
     If you've got a sporty teen, try taking part in physical activity with him. Whatever it takes to get your blood
pumping, having fun will be well worth it. Although if you're rather athletically challenged, try something a bit
more sedate, like bowling (保齡球). Also, energetic and curious teens often enjoy outdoor activities, such as
camping, so why not put yourself to the challenge and see where the spirit of adventure takes you both?
     But don't worry if the thought of such exertion (努力) makes either of you break out in a cold sweat. Time
spent one-on-one at home just enjoying each other's company can be equally-if not more-valuable as any other.

1. .If you plan to eat out, it is better ____.

A. to go to your favorite restaurant
B. to finish eating within two hours
C. to choose the best food they like
D. to give kids a chance to choose the restaurant

2. If you go to a theme park, what may bother you?

A. Too many park goers.
B. Too expensive tickets.
C. The long distance.
D. Busy schedules.

3. The underlined word "sedate" in Paragraph 4 probably means ____.

A. rough
B. tiring
C. adventurous
D. quiet

4. What can be inferred from the last paragraph?

A. Staying with kids in any way benefits.
B. You needn't worry about being with kids.
C. Too much worry does harm to your health.
D. Time spent one-on-one is the most precious.

     Everyone's at it, even my neighbors. I thought I might be the only person left in the world who hadn't done
an eBay deal. So, I decided to try my hand at online auction (網(wǎng)上拍賣). Buying for beginners: Sign up on
www.ebay.co.uk. Most items (e.g. tables, computers, and books) ready for auction will come with a picture
and a short description; others may be marked with"Buy It Now" and have a fixed price. You can buy these
right away.
      If the item is being auctioned, you offer the highest price you are prepared to pay and eBay bids (出價) for
you.The bid will be increased little by little until it goes beyond your highest bid, then you are emailed and asked
if you would like to bid again. Auctions last up to 10 days, and when they finish you get an e-mail telling you
whether you have won the item.
     How to pay: Sellers decide how they would like to be paid and you need to check this before placing a bid
as you might not want to post a cheque or postal orders. The easiest way is through PayPal, an online payment
system that takes the money away form your credit card (信用卡).
     Selling made simple: If you plan to sell on eBay, it helps to include a picture of the item. I followed my
friends' advice and put up the items I wanted to sell for a 10-day auction, starting on a Thursday.
     The big things in life: It's easy to post a small item, but furniture is a big part of eBay and this has to be
collected or sent by deliverymen. Check the ways of delivery before you bid.

1. What is the passage mainly about?

A. How to make payment online.
B. Ways of making delivery online.
C. Advantages of an online auction system.
D. How to use an online-auction system.

2. After bidding for an item, a buyer ______.

A. will get what he wants in ten days
B. should make payment immediately
C. has chances to make higher bids
D. must pay through PayPal

3. The easiest way of making payment mentioned in the passage is _______.

A. through an online payment system
B. through a local banking system
C. by sending the money to the seller
D. by paying the deliveryman directly

4. Which of the following is Not right according to the passage?

A. An eBay deal is popular with people.
B. You can see pictures, accounts and prices for most items ready for auction online.
C. Everything you want to buy can be sent by post.
D. Online auctions usually last up to 10 days.

     George Prochnik would like the world to_put_a_sock_in_it.He makes his case in a new book, 
 Listening for Meaning in a World of Noise. Here he explains himself (using his indoor voice):
     "We've become so accustomed to noise,   there's almost a deep prejudice against the idea that
silence might be beneficial.If you tell someone to be quiet,   you sound like an old man.But it's never
been more important to find continuing quiet.Silence focuses us,   improves our health,   and is a key
to lasting peace and satisfaction."
     "We need to excite people about the sounds you start to hear if you merely quiet things down a
little.During a Japanese tea ceremony,   the smallest sounds become a kind of art-the spoons making
a light ringing sound on a bowl,   the edges of a kimono(和服)brushing against the floor."
     "Deaf people are very attentive(專注的)in almost every aspect of life.If two deaf people are
walking together,   using sign language,   they constantly watch out for each other and protect each
other by paying steady attention to the other.They are connected yet also fully aware of their
surroundings.Even deaf teenagers! We in the hearing world can learn from them.If we remove the
powerful blasts(一陣陣)of noise,   we become aware of an extraordinarily rich world around us-of
little soft sounds and the sound of footsteps,   of bird songs and ice cracking(開裂聲).It's astonishing
how beautiful things sound when you can really listen."

1. What does the phrase "to put a sock in it" in Paragraph 1 probably mean?
A. to be quiet                  
B. to be colorful
C. to be full of love            
D. to be attentive to someone

2. What does Prochnik say about us?
A. We are used to quietness.
B. We have to put up with noise.
C. We do not think silence to be beneficial.
D. We do not believe lasting peace to be available.

3. Which of the following is TRUE according to Prochnik?
A. We need more sounds in our lives.
B. There is  nothing to be learned from the deaf.
C. We are not aware how rich the world around us is.
D. There is too much noise at a Japanese tea ceremony.

4. It can be inferred from the text that________.
A. we can benefit a lot from old people
B. it is a good idea to use sign language
C. there is no escape from the world of sound
D. it is possible to find how beautiful things sound

     BELIEVE it or not,   the color of the tie Barack Obama wore to the inauguration  (就職典禮)  is
a hotly debated topic.  The level of public interest in Obama's tie might seem strange but many people
believe his choice will symbolize the type of government he plans to run,   as the color of a politician's tie
is thought to convey ideas of power,   trustworthiness and more.
     Policies of ties
     It may be the least practical item of male dress,   but it is arguably the most expressive. In the UK
and many other countries around the world,   conservative  (保守的 )  politicians may wear a blue tie
and their liberal opponents a red one. In America,   the colors go the other way round. The Republicans
have in recent years become associated with the color red,   and the Democrats with blue. But in spite
of this,   Bush wears blue ties more often than any other color.
     What they mean
     According to Sharon Haver,   editor of focusonstyle. com,   in America the feelings associated with
colors overrule their political significance. "A guy who wants to be regarded as strong and in charge
would wear red,   " Haver says. Unsurprisingly,   the business tycoon Donald Trump is known for
wearing red ties.  But what about blue? According to Haver,   "Blue is a softer color…Look at the sky. 
 It's peaceful and calm and trustworthy."
     Selecting the right tie for the right occasion
     ●Perfect job  interview tie
     Perhaps no other tiewearing occasion is as important as the job interview.  Gilchrist,   the fashion
expert,   advises playing it safe and choosing a conservative one.  Best choices are solids,   stripes or
small patterns. An excellent color is burgundy(深紅色) or another serious color. Avoid pink or yellow,  
which suggests that the wearer lacks gravity.
     Pattern ties,   Gilchrist suggests,   should be limited to a maximum of three colors. A striped tie is a
safe choice as this is acceptable to everyone. Last,   Gilchrist recommends saving the expensive "hip"
tie for those applying for glamorous creative jobs.
    ●Datenight tie
     When picking out the right tie for taking a girl out on a date,   spend more time considering color
than pattern. According to studies,   women are attracted to men wearing the color blue,   because blue
gives the image of a "stable,   faithful,   constant,   always there" person. So what is the worst color to
wear on a date? " Flattened caterpillar (毛蟲)  yellowgreen,   " according to Gilchrist,  " it will repel both
sexes equally."

1. Why are people interested in the tie that Obama wore to the inauguration?
A. Because they think the tie he wore will enable them to know about his personalities and policies.
B. Because they want to advise him how to select an appropriate tie for such a big occasion.
C. Because they think the tie will tell if he is trustworthy as they expected when he assumes office.
D. Because they believe the tie is an essential part of dressing to a mature politician like Obama.

2. What can we infer about Bush,   the former president,   from the passage?
A. He was probably liberal in his policies when he was in power.
B. He was a Republican when he served as president.
C. He wore only blue ties and had no ties of alternative colors.
D. He wanted to make himself unique by the tie that he wore.

3. The example of "the business tycoon Donald Trump" is given to ________.
A. prove that color reflects people's feelings to a certain degree
B. show that Donald is so wealthy that he can afford expensive ties
C. tell that Donald is physically strong and can handle everything
D. explain that red is a popular color,   especially with businessmen

4. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the text?
A. Ties can be ignored by politicians since they are the least practical item of male dress.
B. Do choose ties carefully before dating,   because it is the most important occasion.
C. Why to avoid pink or yellow ties in job interviews is that they don't match the atmosphere.
D. The more colorful the tie is,   the more likely you'll get the job you want.

     President Coolidge's statement, "The business of America is business," still points to an important
truth today-that business institutions have more prestige(威望)in American society than any other kind
of organization, including the government. Why do business institutions possess this great prestige?
     One reason is that Americans view business as being more firmly based on the ideal of competition
than other institutions in society. Since competition is seen as the major source of progress and prosperity by most Americans, competitive business institutions are respected. Competition is not only good in itself,
it is the means by which other basic American values such as individual freedom, equality of opportunity,
and hard work are protected.
     Competition protects the freedom of the individual by ensuring that there is no monopoly(壟斷)of
power. In contrast to one, all-powerful government, many businesses compete against each other for
profits. Theoretically, if one business tries to take unfair advantage of its customers, it will lose to
competing business which treats its customers more fairly. Where many businesses compete for the
customers' dollar, they cannot afford to treat them like inferiors or slaves.
     A contrast is often made between business, which is competitive, and government, which is a
monopoly. Because business is competitive, many Americans believe that it is more supportive of
freedom than government, even though government leaders are elected by the people and business
leaders are not. Many Americans believe, then, that competition is as important, or even more important,
than democracy in preserving freedom.
     Competition in business is also believed to strengthen the ideal of equality of opportunity. Competition
is seen as an open and fair race where success goes to the swiftest person regardless of his or her social
class background. Competitive success is commonly seen as the American alternative to social rank
based on family background. Business is therefore viewed as an expression of the idea of equality of
opportunity rather than the noble idea of inherited privilege.

1.The statement "The business of America is business" probably means  "________".

A. The business institutions in America are concerned with commerce
B. Business problems are of great importance to the American government
C. Business is of primary concern to Americans
D. America is a great power in world business

2. Americans believe that they can realize their personal values only ________.

A. when given equality of opportunity
B. through doing business
C. by protecting their individual freedom
D. by way of competition

3. Who can benefit from business competition?

A. Honest businessmen.
B. Both businessmen and their customers.
C. People with ideals of equality and freedom.
D. Both business institutions and government.

4. It can be inferred from the passage that the author believes _________.

A. Americans are more ambitious than people in other countries
B. in many countries success often depends on one's social status
C. American businesses are more democratic than those in other countries
D. businesses in other countries are not as competitive as those in America

     Since 1984,   Philadelphia has been cleaning up its act. One by one,   graffiticovered walls are being
changed into outdoor art. So far,   more than 1,   800 murals(壁畫)have been painted. Philadelphia now
has more murals than any other American city.
     The walls that were once ugly with graffiti(涂鴉)are now covered with beautiful pictures of historical
heroes and modern art,   thanks to the Mural Arts Program(MAP). Its work makes schools and public
places attractive,   and its citizens very proud. The program began as part of Philadelphia's AntiGraffiti
Network.  Jane Golden is the MAP's artistic director. "When people ask me what our program is about,   "she says,   "I answer them with one word:hope. "Each year,   the MAP offers youth art programs and
workshops.    Some onetime graffiti writers even help paint MAP murals.
     The MAP's work,   says Golden,   is all about developing a sense of community(社區(qū)). When a
neighborhood requests a mural,   the MAP works with the people there to develop a message. Some
messages have been "Safe Streets,   ""Love and Care,   " and "Peace Walk".
     The MAP receives up to 50 requests for murals each week. Last year,   the workers painted 140
murals.
     "The making of a mural enters people's collective memory as an extraordinary,   pleasant moment in
neighborhood history,   "says Golden,   who began as a muralist in Los Angeles.

1. What can be the best title for the text?
A. Love,   from Graffiti Writers to Muralists
B. MAP,   a New Company in Philadelphia
C. Jane,   an Excellent Mural Artist
D. Hope,   One Wall at a Time

2. What is the Mural Arts Program in Philadelphia aimed at?
A. Helping the young find jobs.
B. Protecting the neighborhood.
C. Fighting against graffiti.
D. Attracting more visitors.

3. How does the MAP decide on the message for a mural?
A. By having discussions with people in the community.
B. By seeking advice from the city government.
C. By learning from the young graffiti writers.
D. By studying the history of the city.

4. Which of the following best describes the work of the MAP?
A. Difficult.   
B. Dangerous.
C. Experimental.   
D. Successful.

     Engineering students are supposed to be examples of practicality and rationality, but when it comes
to my college education, I am an idealist and a fool. In high school I wanted to be an electrical engineer
and, of course, any sensible student with my aims would have chosen a college with a large engineering
department, famous reputation and lots of good labs and research equipment. But that's not what I did.
     I chose to study engineering at a small liberal arts(文科)university that doesn't even offer a major in
electrical engineering. Obviously, this was not a practical choice; I came here for more noble reasons. I
wanted a broad education that would provide me with flexibility and a value system to guide me in my
career. I wanted to open my eyes and expand my vision by interacting with people who weren't studying
science or engineering. My parents, teachers and other adults praised me for such a sensible choice. They
told me I was wise and mature beyond my 18 years, and I believed them.
     I headed off to college, sure I was going to have an advantage over those students who went to big
engineering "factories", where they didn't care if you had values or were flexible. I was going to be a
complete engineer: technical genius and sensitive humanist(人文學(xué)者)all in one.
     Now I'm not so sure. Somewhere along the way my noble ideals crashed into reality, as all noble
ideals eventually do. After three years of struggling to balance math, physics and engineering courses with
liberal arts courses, I have learned there are reasons why few engineering students try to reconcile(協(xié)調(diào))
engineering with liberal arts courses in college.
     The reality that has blocked my path to become the typical successful student is that engineering and
the liberal arts simply don't mix as easily as I assumed in high school. Individually they shape a person in
very different ways; together they threaten to confuse. The struggle to reconcile the two fields of study
is difficult.

1. The author chose to study engineering at a small liberal arts university because he _____.

A. wanted to be an example of practicality and rationality
B. intended to be a combination of engineer and humanist
C. wanted to coordinate engineering with liberal arts courses in college
D. intended to be a sensible student with noble ideals.

2. In the eyes of the author, a successful engineering student is expected ______.

A. to have an excellent academic record
B. to be wise and mature
C. to be imaginative with a value system to guide him
D. to be a technical genius with a wide vision

3. The author's experience shows that he was _______.

A. creative                        
B. ambitious
C. unrealistic                      
D. irrational

4. The word "they" in "…together they threaten to confuse." refers  to ______.

A. engineering and the liberal arts.
B. reality and noble ideals
C. flexibility and a value system
D. practicality and rationality