题目
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“It has straightened a little bit more than we expected, but very little helps, ”said Prof.John Burland, the only British member of the rescue committee.“The tower is still very slightly moving towards being upright. ”
The tower, which has been leaning almost since building work first began in 1173, was closed to the public in 1990 because of safety fears.The 183foot tower was nearly 15 feet off vertical and its structure was found to have been weakened by centuries of strain(作用力).
Prof.Burland said it could have collapsed “at any moment”．However, it took nine years of quarreling before any work was done.The last attempt at straightening the tower was carried out. Concrete was poured into the foundations, but the result was that the tower sank further into the soil.
The straightening work involved digging out around 70 tonnes of earth from the northern side of the tower, causing it to sink on that side.Before the digging started, the tower was fixed with steel ropes and 600 tonnes of lead weights.
However, halfway through the project, concerns at the ugliness of the weights led to their removal and the tower leaned greatly.The weights were hurriedly reattached. In one night, the tower moved more than it had averaged in an entire year.The tower"s stonework has also been restored.
The Italian government stepped in after a tower collapsed in Pavia in 1989, killing four people.Experts suddenly realized that the tower at Pisa, which was similarly built and on the same sort of earth, could do the same.
小题1:What would be the best title for the passage?
| A．The Building of the Leaning Tower of Pisa |
| B．Saving the Leaning Tower of Pisa |
| C．The Collapse of the Leaning Tower of Pisa |
| D．The History of the Leaning Tower of Pisa |
| A．closed for the straightening work in 1990 |
| B．began to lean more than 800 years ago |
| C．has a history of more than 1, 000 years |
| D．has become vertical |
| A．The development of new technology. |
| B．The advice of Prof. John Burland. |
| C．The expectation of the rescue committee. |
| D．The collapse of a tower in Pavia. |
| A．The lead weights fixed to the tower. |
| B．Restoring the stonework. |
| C．Pouring concrete into the foundations. |
| D．Digging earth from the southern side of the tower. |
答案
小题1:C
小题2:A
小题3:D
小题4:A
解析
小题1:答案 B [标题归纳题。文章第一段就提到“...has proved to be a great success”，而下文是围绕拯救比萨斜塔进行阐述的。]
小题2:答案 B [细节理解题。第三段第一句提到比萨斜塔自1173年建立(至今已有800多年的历史)时就开始倾斜。]
小题3:答案 D [细节理解题。文章最后一段提到“The Italian government stepped in after a tower collapsed in Pavia in 1989”，说明正是另一个地方的塔的倒塌才使政府意识到拯救比萨斜塔的迫切性，故答案为D。]
小题4:答案 A [推理判断题。文章第六段提到把“lead weights”移走后，导致塔又有很大倾斜，这正说明lead weights的重量所起的作用。]
核心考点
试题【That the Leaning Tower of Pisa no longer leans quite so much after a ￡20 million】；主要考察你对题材分类等知识点的理解。[详细]
举一反三
People do not know why the 147-year-old clock on the banks of the River Thames stopped at 10:07 p.m. Friday. It continued keeping time, but stopped again at 10:20 p.m. and remained silent for about 90 minutes before starting up again, a spokeswoman for the House of Commons said.
There has been speculation(推测) that a recent period of hot weather may have been to blame(责备). Temperatures in London reached 90 ℉on Saturday, and forecasters called it England’s hottest day in May since 1953.
The clock has experienced occasional problems. In 1962, snow caused the clock to stop before the New Year. In 1976, the clock stopped when a piece of its machinery broke. Big Ben also stopped on April 30, 1997, and once more three weeks later.
小题1:How many times has Big Ben stopped up to now?
| A．Three | B．Five | C．Six | D．Eight |
| A．high temperature | B．low temperature |
| C．broken machine | D．heavy snow |
| A．Big Ben’s history |
| B．the solution to Big Ben’s problem. |
| C．the landmark of London |
| D．Big Ben’s silence |
growing. We provide entertainment of many kinds: shows, parades, rollercoasters, carrousels, and of
course our latest addition: The Landslider. Our guests can stay in the Playworld Hotel and dine in one
of our fine restaurants.
If you are looking for a growing fun, and innovative environment, consider joining the Playworld
Community.
At present, we are looking for Waiters / Actors.
Your main task will be serving food in the Western Grill in the evenings. During 3 afternoons per week
you will also play a minor part in the play: Let"s Go West.
Qualifications: Education at college level is required. Some work experience in a restaurant is preferred.
Acting experience would be an advantage, a working knowledge of German and French is desirable. Spanish
is a plus. We can offer you the opportunity to develop a personal career plus an attractive salary and extra
benefit package.
Playworld is an equal opportunity employer.
If you want to join our team, send your letter of application and resume:
PLAYWORLD
P.O Box 6514
New York, NY 76156
B. enjoying food
C. having fun
D. training actors
B. entertainment
C. food
D. park
B. work 3 afternoons per week
C. have to study Spanish
D. be free in the mornings
Sex Male
Age 26
Education College
Work Experience No
Foreign Languages French
B. Name Mary Smith
Sex Female
Age 18
Education Middle School
Work Experience 3 weeks in restaurants
Foreign Languages French & Spanish
C. Name Jim White
Sex Male
Age 23
Education High School
Work Experience 3 years as an active member of the school troupe (剧团)
Foreign Languages French
D. Name Hillary Bush
Sex Female
Age 17
Education High School
Work Experience 2 weeks as a waitress in a restaurant: performed in 3 plays
Foreign Languages German, French & Spanish
We ask you to keep what you bring with you down to one medium-sized suitcase per person on board
the bus.
Seat Arrangements (安排)
Special needs for particular seats can be made on most bus breaks when booking, but since arrangements
are made on a first-come-first-served basis, early booking is advisable. When bookings are made with us,
you will be offered the best seats we have on the bus at that time.
Travel Documents
When you have paid your deposit (订金), we will send you all the necessary documents, so that you
receive them in good time before the bus break departure (出发) date. Certain documents, for example air
or boat tickets, may have to be kept and your driver or guide will then give them to you at the proper time.
Special Diets
If you need a special diet, you must tell us at the time of booking and provide us with a copy of the diet.
This will be passed on to the hotel or hotels on your bus break. However, on certain bus breaks, the hotels
used are tourist class and they may not be able to prepare special diets. Any extra costs must be paid to the
hotel yourself before leaving the hotel.
Programs
Some of our hotels arrange extra programs which include music, dancing and film shows, etc. They are
all offered by the hotel, but not guaranteed (保证).
B. arrive early on the departure date
C. book your seat ahead of time
D. avoid traveling at busy times
B. will be kept by yourself
C. will be given to you with other documents
D. may be held by your bus driver until you need them
B. pay extra money
C. tell the hotel when you arrive
D. book a tourist class hotel
B. offered by the hotel, but may not run
C. offered by the bus company
D. an extra offer, so extra money must be paid
foreign businessmen. Now you are looking for a place where you can improve your English, especially your
spoken English. Here are some advertisements (广告) about English language training from newspapers. You
may find the information you need.
Global English Centre
● General English in all four skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
● 3-month (700 yuan), 6-month (1,200 yuan) and one-year (2,000) courses.
● Choice of morning or evening classes, 3 hours per day. Mon.-Fri.
● Experienced college English teachers.
● Close to city centre and bus stops.
Tel: 67605272
Add: 105 Zhongshan Road, 100082
Modern Language School
● Special courses in English for business, travel, banking, hotel management and office skills.
● Small classes (12-16 students) on Sat. & Sun. from 2:00-5:00 p.m.
● Native English teachers from Canada and USA.
● Language lab and computers supplied.
● 3-month course: 1,050 yuan; 6-month course: 1,850 yuan.
Write or phone: Modern Language School, 675 Park Road, 100056
Tel: 67353019
The 21st Century English Training Centre
● We specialize in effective teaching at all levels.
● We offer morning or afternoon classes, both of which last three months and a half at a cost of 800
yuan.
● We also have a six-week TOEFL preparation class during winter and summer holidays.
● Entrance exams: June 1 and Dec. 1.
● Only 15-minute walk from city centre.
● Call 67801642 for more information.
The International House of English
● Three / Six-month English courses for students of all levels at a very low cost: 60 yuan for 12 hours
per week, convenient (方便的) class hours:
9:00-12:00 a.m. and 2:00-5:00 p.m.
● A four-month evening programme for developing speaking skills (same cost as day classes).
● Well-trained Chinese and foreign teachers with experience in teaching English as a second foreign
language.
● Free sightseeing and social activities.
● Very close to the Central Park. For further information call 674322308.
B. Global English Centre and The International House of English.
C. Modern English Centre School and The 21st Century English Training Centre.
D. The 21st Century English Training Centre and The International House of English.
B. it is near to the city centre
C. its courses are more advanced
D. it requires an entrance examination
B. has a special course in spoken English
C. costs less than the other schools
D. has native English teachers
B. 240 yuan
C. 720 yuan
D. 960 yuan
Captain Good fellow
Do your children enjoy interesting stories, funny games, and exciting dances? Captain Good fellow will
be ready to teach all these things to children of all ages at the City Theatre on Saturday morning at 10:00,
Free.
Walking Tour of the Town
Forget your worries on Saturday morning. Take a beautiful walk and learn about local history. Meet at
the front entrance of City Hall at 9:30. Wear comfortable shoes!
Films at the Museum
Two European films will be shown Saturday afternoon at the Museum Theatre. See Broken Window at
1:30. The workers will be at 3:45. For further information, call 4987898
International Picnic
Are you tired of eating the same food every day? Come to Central Park on Saturday and enjoy food from
all over the world. Delicious and not expensive. Noon to 5:00 pm.
Take me out to the Ballgame
It"s October, and tonight is your last chance to see the Redbirds this year. Get your tickets at the gate.
It might be cold… don"t forget sweaters and jackets.
Do You Want to Hear "The Zoo"
"The Zoo", a popular rock group from Australia, will give their first US concert tomorrow night at 8:00
at Rose Hall, City College
B. at the Ballgame
C. at 5:00 pm
D. at Central Park on Saturday
B. the Museum Theatre
C. the City Theatre
D. the Central Park
B. your beautiful walk
C. your learning about local history
D. your comfortable shoes
B. is outside
C. is at the gate
D. might be cold
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