I often dreamed about Pisa when I was a boy. I read about the famous building called the Leaning Tower of Pisa. But when I read the word Pisa, I was thinking of pizza. I thought this tower was a place to buy pizza. It must be the best place to buy pizza in the world,  I thought.

Many years later I finally saw the Leaning Tower. I knew then that it was Pisa and no pizza. But there was still something special about it for me. The tower got its name because it really does lean to one side. Some people want to try to fix (修理) it. They are afraid it may fall over and they don’t like it leans over the city.

I do not think it’s a good idea to try to fix it. The tower probably will not fall down. It is 600 years old. Why should anything happen to it now? And, if you ask me, I like what it looks like. To me it is a very human kind of leaning. Nothing is perfect (完美的；无瑕的), it seems to say.

And who cares? Why do people want things to be perfect? Imperfect things may be more interesting. Let’s take the tower of Pisa. Why is it so famous? There are many other older, more beautiful towers in Italy. But Pisa tower is the most famous. People come from all over the world to see it.

21．This passage is about ________.

A．how the Italian pizza was made

B．what are Italy’s problems

C．how the Leaning Tower of Pisa got its name

D．why the writer likes Pisa

22．The writer used to think Pisa ________.

A．in Spain　B．the same as pizza   C．not the same as pizza    D．not very famous

23．The writer ________.

A．doesn’t like what the tower looks like     

B．likes what the tower looks like

C．thinks it’s the most beautiful tower in Italy  

D．doesn’t like towers

24．The writer likes the Leaning Tower of Pisa because ________.

A．it’s imperfect  B．it’s perfect               C．it sells pizza    D．it’s old

The first modern Olympic Games were held in Athens in 1896.There are nine sports: cycling, tennis, gymnastics, swimming, athletics, weightlifting, rowing, wrestling and shooting. Sailing was also to have taken place, but had to be cancelled (取消) because of bad weather at sea.

In the first Olympics there were no real team sports. Then, slowly, a few team sports joined the program. Football and hockey were the first team sports introduced into the Olympics in London in 1908.Then in 1936, at the Berlin Olympics, the Germans brought in handball and the Americans had basketball accepted as an Olympic sport.

It often happens that the country that introduces a new sport into the Olympics then goes on to win the gold medals. In 1904, at the Olympics in St. Louis, the Americans introduced boxing and won all seven events. Five horse riding events were introduced into the 1912 Stockholm (斯德哥尔摩) Olympics, and Swedish riders won four of them. And in 1964, at the Tokyo Olympics, two sports which are popular in Japan were introduced: judo (柔道) and volleyball. The Japanese won all three gold medals in the judo, and also won the first women’s volleyball competition. Some new sports have recently been added to the Olympics. In Los Angeles, in 1984, baseball was introduced and became an Olympic sport. In Seoul (汉城), Korea in 1988, table tennis was introduced for the first time, and tennis returned as an Olympic sport. Unlike tennis, some sports, such as golf and rugby (橄榄球), have been tried in the Olympics  but have never returned.

25．The text is mainly about ________.

A．the ancient Olympic Games       

B．the modern Olympic Games

C．the ancient and modern Olympic Games

D．how many events are in the Olympic Games

26．Football was first introduced into the Olympics in ________.

A．1908, London         B．1936, Berlin     C．1904, St. Louis  D．1988, Seoul

27．Which sport is different from the other three in the group?

A．Basketball.         B．Football.        C．horse-riding.     D．Baseball.

28．Which of the following statements is NOT true?

A．The first modern Olympic Games were held in Athens.

B．At the time when the first modern Olympic Games were held, there were not so many sports as there are today.

C．The Olympic Games are held every four years.

D． The country which introduces a new sport into the Olympics  usually cannot get the g old medal for that event.

Long Beach, a 28­mile stretch of beach, lies in southwestern Washington, and it is generally called Long Beach Peninsula (半岛). Communities there take you back to old days of a simple and slow-paced life style. Here, visitors can relax and enjoy the good of total rest.

Bird Watching

There are different kinds of birds in Long Beach. It is best if you observe them from a distance and do not try to frighten them. The Southwest Loop Trail Map can be gotten through the Long Beach Peninsula Visitors Bureau Office by calling 1­800­451­2542.

Horses

A popular activity in Long Beach is horseback riding. Two businesses in the city of Long Beach offer guided horseback tours along the beach: Back Country Wilderness Outfitters and Skipper’s Equestrian Center. You may also bring your own horse. Among the adventures offered with horses is a wagon (四轮马车) ride along the beach, a carriage ride through Sea view or Long Beach, a back country (偏远乡村) packing trip, or a sunset ride by horseback on the beach.

Camping

RV (娱乐车) and tent camping aren’t allowed on the beach, but there are private camp­grounds and RV parks in the area, as well as Cape Disappointment State Park. Camp fires are allowed within 100 feet of the beach, but must be away from the dry grass.

Swimming and Other Activities

Swimming is allowed, but you must be careful. The waters are very cold and dangerous. Surfing is advised only for experienced surfers. Beach driving is allowed at certain spots on the beach. The speed limit is 25 mph. Building sand castles, digging sand to find something, bicycle riding, and flying kites are also popular activities in the area.

You can find right hotels easily in the area. Enjoy your trip to Long Beach, Washington!

29.We can learn from the text that________.

A．Long Beach is twenty eight kilometers long

B．Long Beach is to the southwest of Washington

C．the local people live a simple and slow-paced life

D．Long Beach is on an island and world-famous

30．If you call the number 1­800­451­2542 you can________.

A．get the information about the birds

B．learn activities about horseback riding

C．learn the information about the hotels

D．get the information about traveling routes

31．Which of the following is allowed in Long Beach?

A．Sleeping in your own tent.

B．Setting camp fires at any place.

C．Having a picnic on the beach.

D．Driving slowly at any place.

32．Which of the following would be the best title for this text?

A．Long Beach, an unforgettable place

B．The travel information about Long Beach

C．The scenery of Long Beach

D．Long Beach, the longest beach

This was an ordinary day, nothing special. Mike was walking on the street when he returned to the shop on the corner. He stopped to look at the front row of shoes, and he felt happy to see that the pair of shoes he wanted very much was still there. He looked down at his old shoes, and he felt sorry for himself, because he wanted very much to own them for his coming birthday.

Sadly, the boy walked away, deep in thought — how to tell his mother about it. He knew very well his mother had very little money. He decided not to go home at once, because he looked sad and his mother would notice it. So he went to the park and sat on the grass. There he saw a boy moving a wheelchair with his hands. Mike looked at him and was surprised to see that the boy had no feet. He looked at his own feet. “It’s much better to be without shoes than without feet.” he thought. There was no reason for him to feel so sorry and sad. So he went away with smile, thinking that he was much luckier and happier.

33．How did Mike pass the shop on the street corner?

A．In a wheelchair.         B．By bike.         C．On foot.      D．By bus.

34．Why did Mike stop in front of the shop?

A．To buy the shoes.

B．To get something for his birthday.

C．To buy a present for his friend.

D．To look at the shoes he liked.

35．What can we learn about Mike from the story?

A．Mike liked new shoes very much.

B．Mike had no feet.

C．Mike didn’t want to stay at home.

D．Mike loved his mother very much.

How to Make Friends

Friendship is a very important human relationship and everyone needs good friends. __36__It offers companionship, improves self-worth and promotes good health. There are times in our lives such as when we have recently moved into a new town, or changed our jobs or schools.  Such changes often leave us without a friend. Making new friends is easy for some people, but it is difficult for many others.  Below are some helpful suggestions on how to make and keep friends.

1．__37__

The first step to make friends is associating with other people.  You can go to public places to meet new people.  Besides, you will need to make yourself known by becoming an active member of such places.

2．Start a conversation

Starting a conversation is the second most important step in making new friends.__38__You can always start the conversation. Being able to make small talk is a very useful skill in relating with other people.

3．__39__

Choosing friends with common interests and doing things together is important in building friendship. These interests would always bring you and your friend together. Hanging out will always be a pleasant experience of doing things together.

4．Let it grow

It is a good thing to stay in touch.  However, don’t give your new friend too many calls, messages or visits as this would likely wear him or her out. So you need to give your friend time to react to you. The best friendships are the ones that grow naturally.

5．Enjoy your friendship

The best way to enjoy your friendship is to allow your friends to be themselves.__40__Try not to change them from who they are to what you want them to be. Become this kind of friend, you may make your friend unhappy and lose your friendship in a near future.

A．To be cheerful

B．Do things together

C．Do not wait to be spoken to.

D．Try not to find fault (缺点) with your friends.

E．Good friendship has many benefits.

F．For a friendship to develop you need to stay in touch.

G．Associate with others