Day 1



Play games in... (P3)
Choose the best answer:
1. What can we conclude from the first four paragraphs?
A. Many US teachers devote themselves to creating computer games for students.
B. An increasing number of teachers think computer games can help students learn.
C. Teachers hold different views toward the application of computer games in schools.
D. Many US schools are encouraging students to play computer games to relax.

2. What factors have helped promote computer games in schools according to the article?
a. The affordability of tablet computers. b. The preferences of young teachers.
c. The advertisements of commercial companies. d. Parents’ support.
e. Better games being produced.
A. a, b, c B. a, c, d
C. a, b, e D. b, d, e

3. The underlined phrase “fell flat” in Paragraph 8 probably means ______.
A. turned out successful
B. deserved attention
C. didn’t make a profit
D. didn’t have the intended effect

4. What is Holladay’s attitude toward the idea of using computer games in class?
A. It allows students to learn in a fun way.
B. It is not as helpful as people thought it would be.
C. It reduces the interaction between teachers and students.
D. It sounds good but it makes it inconvenient for teachers to get feedback from students.




Make a list of... (P4-5)
阅读短文并根据文章内容回答问题,注意答案不要超过题目要求的词数。
1. Besides throwing parties, what do people in Western countries usually do on New Year’s Day? (No more than 6 words)

2. What is the main purpose of Paragraphs 5-6? (No more than 18 words)


3. Translate the following sentence into Chinese:
Meanwhile, bookstores and libraries will see self-help texts fly off the shelves after having sat there, untouched, for many months.

4. What is the author’s attitude toward making New Year’s resolutions? (No more than 15 words)

5. What is one of your New Year’s resolutions? Do you have faith that you will accomplish it? (No more than 25 words)




True cause of... (P5)
Choose the best answer:
1. What is the main cause of smelly feet?
A. Bacteria.B. Genes.
C. Diet.D. Feet oils.

2. Which of the following have the worst smell, according to the article?
A. Organic acids.
B. Dead skin cells.
C. Micrococcus sedentarius.
D. Volatile sulfur compounds.

3. Which of the following are mentioned as ways to cut down on the bad smell of feet?
a. putting shoes in the sun
b. changing shoes every day
c. wearing thin cotton socks
d. take a shower
e. avoiding wearing shoes made of artificial materials
A. abeB. acd
C. abdeD. acde





Ant farm lessons (P6)
Choose the best answer:
1. What can we conclude from the first paragraph?
A. The author and her mother guided the ants about where to make tunnels.
B. It took the ants several days to realize that they should make tunnels.
C. The author’s family created an ant farm for her and put some ants inside.
D. The author was very interested in the ants and spent lots of time watching them.

2. What happened after the author tipped the ant farm over?
A. All the tunnels were destroyed.
B. Some ants were crushed to death.
C. The ants started working again even though they were very sad.
D. The ants that survived left those who had died in the sand.

3. What is the biggest lesson that the author learned from the ants?
A. New beginnings are always hard.
B. Adversity is what makes people successful.
C. Teamwork and perseverance are key to success.
D. When things don’t go well, we shouldn’t give up.





阅读下面的材料，掌握其大意，然后从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。

Group Study Rooms
What you need to know before booking a room
• There are 14 group study rooms available. Please check the room details before booking.
• Rooms may be booked by University of Leicester students only. They are not available for individual study, teaching or for University meetings.
• You are allowed to make one booking lasting up to 2 hours per group, per day.
• A group must consist of at least 4 people.
• You can book up to 8 days in advance.
• If the room is not occupied within 15 minutes of the start of a booking it may be rebooked to another group.

How to book a room
• You can book a room using the online booking service.
• If you are having difficulty using the booking system please take a look at the help page, or contact the Library.

Using the room
• To use the room, simply find the room at the scheduled (约定的) time. We advise that you bring your ticket with you as proof of booking.
• Please do not leave personal belongings in the rooms.
• Rooms should be cleared 5 minutes before the end of the booking period.
• You will need to bring your own whiteboard pens and erasers.
• The person booking the room will be responsible for the room.
• Furniture should not be moved in or out of the room.

1. According to the text, the group study rooms are ______.
A. meant for students to read in a quiet place
B. meant for student meetings and activities
C. offered to teachers so they can tutor certain students
D. managed according to strict rules

2. What condition should be met to book a group study room?
A. A group must be made up of at least 3 people.
B. Three hours use per day is the most that is allowed.
C. Applicants must be a student of the university.
D. Applicants must book 8 days in advance.

3. Which of the following actions is encouraged in the group study rooms?
A. Borrowing spare chairs from nearby group study rooms.
B. Cleaning up the room five minutes before the end of the booking period.
C. Putting necessary equipment in the booked group study room beforehand.
D. Using the whiteboard pens and erasers supplied in the group study rooms.
4. What is Holladay’s attitude toward the idea of using computer games in class?
A. It allows students to learn in a fun way.
B. It is not as helpful as people thought it would be.
C. It reduces the interaction between teachers and students.
D. It sounds good but it makes it inconvenient for teachers to get feedback from students.



Day 2


Make a list of... (P4-5)
阅读短文并根据文章内容回答问题,注意答案不要超过题目要求的词数。
1. Besides throwing parties, what do people in Western countries usually do on New Year’s Day? (No more than 6 words)

2. What is the main purpose of Paragraphs 5-6? (No more than 18 words)


3. Translate the following sentence into Chinese:
Meanwhile, bookstores and libraries will see self-help texts fly off the shelves after having sat there, untouched, for many months.

4. What is the author’s attitude toward making New Year’s resolutions? (No more than 15 words)

5. What is one of your New Year’s resolutions? Do you have faith that you will accomplish it? (No more than 25 words)


Day3

True cause of... (P5)
Choose the best answer:
1. What is the main cause of smelly feet?
A. Bacteria.B. Genes.
C. Diet.D. Feet oils.

2. Which of the following have the worst smell, according to the article?
A. Organic acids.
B. Dead skin cells.
C. Micrococcus sedentarius.
D. Volatile sulfur compounds.

3. Which of the following are mentioned as ways to cut down on the bad smell of feet?
a. putting shoes in the sun
b. changing shoes every day
c. wearing thin cotton socks
d. take a shower
e. avoiding wearing shoes made of artificial materials
A. abeB. acd
C. abdeD. acde


Day 4


Ant farm lessons (P6)
Choose the best answer:
1. What can we conclude from the first paragraph?
A. The author and her mother guided the ants about where to make tunnels.
B. It took the ants several days to realize that they should make tunnels.
C. The author’s family created an ant farm for her and put some ants inside.
D. The author was very interested in the ants and spent lots of time watching them.

2. What happened after the author tipped the ant farm over?
A. All the tunnels were destroyed.
B. Some ants were crushed to death.
C. The ants started working again even though they were very sad.
D. The ants that survived left those who had died in the sand.

3. What is the biggest lesson that the author learned from the ants?
A. New beginnings are always hard.
B. Adversity is what makes people successful.
C. Teamwork and perseverance are key to success.
D. When things don’t go well, we shouldn’t give up.

Day 5

阅读下面的材料，掌握其大意，然后从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。

Group Study Rooms
What you need to know before booking a room
• There are 14 group study rooms available. Please check the room details before booking.
• Rooms may be booked by University of Leicester students only. They are not available for individual study, teaching or for University meetings.
• You are allowed to make one booking lasting up to 2 hours per group, per day.
• A group must consist of at least 4 people.
• You can book up to 8 days in advance.
• If the room is not occupied within 15 minutes of the start of a booking it may be rebooked to another group.

How to book a room
• You can book a room using the online booking service.
• If you are having difficulty using the booking system please take a look at the help page, or contact the Library.

Using the room
• To use the room, simply find the room at the scheduled (约定的) time. We advise that you bring your ticket with you as proof of booking.
• Please do not leave personal belongings in the rooms.
• Rooms should be cleared 5 minutes before the end of the booking period.
• You will need to bring your own whiteboard pens and erasers.
• The person booking the room will be responsible for the room.
• Furniture should not be moved in or out of the room.

1. According to the text, the group study rooms are ______.
A. meant for students to read in a quiet place
B. meant for student meetings and activities
C. offered to teachers so they can tutor certain students
D. managed according to strict rules

2. What condition should be met to book a group study room?
A. A group must be made up of at least 3 people.
B. Three hours use per day is the most that is allowed.
C. Applicants must be a student of the university.
D. Applicants must book 8 days in advance.

3. Which of the following actions is encouraged in the group study rooms?
A. Borrowing spare chairs from nearby group study rooms.
B. Cleaning up the room five minutes before the end of the booking period.
C. Putting necessary equipment in the booked group study room beforehand.
D. Using the whiteboard pens and erasers supplied in the group study rooms.


上期参考答案


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