Day 1
Writing vs work (P3)
Choose the best answer:
1. The underlined phrase “doing themselves a disservice” in the first paragraph probably means ______.
A. showing off their self-confidence
B. giving themselves a disadvantage
C. making themselves more competitive
D. drawing more attention to themselves
2. What do the majority of admissions officers consider the most important thing about a university personal statement according to the article?
A. Good written English.
B. Volunteering experience.
C. Past academic performances.
D. Participation in extracurricular activities.
3. What do young people think of previous work experience according to the article?
A. It takes up too much time.
B. It is practical but uninteresting.
C. It is very necessary and helpful.
D. It should be optional for students.
4. How is the article mainly developed?
A. By making a comparison.
B. By giving descriptions.
C. By presenting research findings.
D. By analyzing causes and effects.


Day 2
Hybrid foods hit it big (P4)
Choose the best answer:
1. With the questions in the first paragraph, the author intends to ______.
A. introduce which foods appeal to typical Americans
B. advise more creativity in cooking
C. draw the readers’ attention to the popularity of “hybrid foods”
D. inform readers about typical problems Americans have with ordering takeout
2. How is Paragraph 4 mainly developed?
A. By giving examples.
B. By analyzing causes and effects.
C. By making comparisons.
D. By presenting research findings.
3. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the article?
A. In general, hybrid foods are healthier than common foods.
B. So far, hybrid foods have been very successful.
C. Hybrid foods started in the UK and then gradually spread to the US.
D. Hybrid foods are popular because they offer people more takeaway choices.
4. What is the author’s attitude toward the rise of hybrid foods?
A. Amused. B. Unfavorable.
C. Admiring. D. Unconcerned.


Day 3
3-D printers on the rise (P5)
Choose the best answer:
1. According to the article, in the future, 3-D printing technology will probably ______.
A. be applied as widely in our daily lives as computers
B. enable people to make better purchases in retail stores
C. revolutionize the way people make products
D. take the place of normal printers and save lots of energy
2. What was the big event that happened in the 3-D printing industry last year?
A. Over 600 3-D printed objects were on display in an exhibition.
B. The 3-D printer became more affordable for consumers.
C. The world’s first 3-D printed gun was successfully made.
D. 3-D printing technology came to be used in various fields.
3. Which of the following is one of the concerns about 3-D printing technology according to the article?
A. 3-D printers cannot put together different parts by themselves.
B. Professional knowledge is needed to operate a 3-D printer.
C. It may increase the number of people with weapons.
D. 3-D printers might hurt the profits of companies that make normal printers.
4. What is the author’s attitude toward 3-D printing technology?
A. Amused. B. Objective.
C. Supportive. D. Negative.


Day 4
Kindness for you (P6)
Choose the best answer:
1. Why did the author make Rice Krispie Treats for her neighbor?
A. She wanted to show her gratitude for her neighbor.
B. She needed her neighbor to help look after the house.
C. She felt guilty of the trouble she caused her neighbor.
D. She wanted to prove she is an easy-going person.
2. What does the underlined words “grudge” mean in Paragraph 4?
A. Feeling of fear. B. Feeling of envy.
C. Feeling of anger. D. Feeling of anxiety.
3. What was the author’s reaction after her apology was not accepted?
A. She planned to please the neighbor’s son first.
B. She was hurt and decided she wouldn’t go further.
C. Though sad, she kept trying to change the neighbor’s attitude.
D. She decided to wait for a right occasion to improve their relationship.
4. What can we learn from the last three paragraphs?
A. The author and her neighbor made peace with each other.
B. The author’s neighbor took the food but didn’t appreciate it.
C. The neighbor’s reaction was beyond the author’s expectation.
D. The author was happy to dance because her neighbor forgave her.


Day 5
阅读下面材料，掌握其大意，然后从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳答案。
Scholarship Application Tips in 2013 for college students
• Before you apply
1. Work hard to get good grades. Don’t sweat about one bad grade, but always strive (力求) to do your best.
2. Get involved, and stay involved, in extracurricular (课外的) activities. Sports, clubs, drama, bands and orchestras – these often count toward a student’s overall scholarship application evaluation. The same goes for paid (or unpaid) work experience.
3. Begin your scholarship research early – by your sophomore (大学二年级) or junior year of high school, if possible. Make special note of application deadlines, as they can vary from late summer to late spring.
4. Apply for as many scholarships as you are eligible (符合条件的) for – several smaller scholarships can add up to a lot of money.

• During the application process
1. Read the supplementary (补充的) materials that come with scholarship application forms to better understand the program’s focus (community service, subject interest). Try to answer the questions with the focus area in mind.
2. Answer questions as they are asked. Don’t go off topic.
3. If there is a financial component (部分) to the application, make sure you get accurate and complete information from all appropriate sources to ensure (确保) your eligibility.
4. Take your time. Write down everything you can think of for each question, then set the application aside for a day so you can look everything over again before you send it off.
5. Don’t wait until the last minute to complete your application, especially if you are applying online. Computer systems can get clogged (阻塞的) with the large volume (量) of applicants hoping to submit their qualifications during the last few days and hours before a deadline.
6. If a third party has to complete part of your application, such as providing a letter of recommendation, make sure you ask them early on and remind them as often as necessary to ensure they provide you with the necessary materials.
7. Last but not least, review your application with your parents to make sure you haven’t left out any important details.
Good luck to the students applying for the 2013 scholarship programs!

1. Before you apply for a scholarship, it’s best to ______.
A. pay more attention to grades than to extracurricular activities
B. focus on only one scholarship application
C. get as much work experience as possible
D. begin your preparation as early as possible
2. When are answering questions on the application form, you should ______.
A. focus on the subject you are interested in
B. answer to the point
C. list your advantages
D. prove your abilities
3. The author suggests that applicants should ______.
A. submit the application in the few days
B. double-check their application with their parents
C. complete and submit the application in one day
D. avoid submitting the application online

上期参考答案
D1 1-4 BBDC D2 1-4 CBAC D3 1-4 ABBA
D4 1-4 BDCC D5 1-5 DACDB 6-10 CBDAB 11-15 DADCC 16-20 DCBCB