Day 1
Getting to class on... (P3)
阅读短文并根据所读内容回答问题，注意答案不要超过题目规定的字数。
1. How did Alex feel about his first day of school? (No more than 15 words)
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2. How were the classes different from those in China? (No more than 12 words)
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3. What or who finally made everything go smoothly for Alex? (No more than 1 word)
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4. What happen if students are late for class at his school? (No more than 12 words)
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5. Do you still remember your first day at high school? What was it like? (No more than 30 words)
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Day 2
French life in Canada (P4)
Choose the best answer:
1. Why is Celine Dion mentioned in the first paragraph?
A. To remind readers of her song in Titanic.
B. To introduce her home province in Canada.
C. To give an example of an outstanding Canadian.
D. To introduce her unique background.

2. How is Quebec different from other provinces in Canada?
A. It has rich French-Canadian culture.
B. English and French are both official languages there.
C. It has more population than any other province does.
D. People aren’t allowed to wear religious clothing there.

3. Which of the following aspects of Quebec are mentioned in the article?
a. history b. language
c. food d. art
e. lifestyle
A. a, b, d B. a, c, e
C. b, d, e D. b, c, e

Day 3
How butterflies... (P5)
Choose the best answer:
1. What was newly discovered by scientists at the University of Chicago?
A. Some animals can change their skin color.
B. Some butterflies can disguise themselves as other species.
C. Genes are responsible for the change in animals’ skins.
D. Common Mormons change their skin patterns due to a certain gene.

2. What surprised scientists in the study?
A. So many genes are involved in the change of patterns.
B. The genetic structure of the butterflies is so complex.
C. A single gene determines the change of patterns.
D. The gene “doublesex” singlehandedly changes the wing patterns.

3. The underlined word “resembling” probably means ______.
A. taking in
B. looking like
C. being stronger than
D. keeping away from

Day 4
Keeping warm (P6)
Choose the best answer:
1. What was the author’s first reaction when he saw the heavy snow?
A. He was upset.
B. He was happy.
C. He was thankful.
D. He was surprised.

2. From which of the following senses did the author describe the joy of having snow?
a. sight b. smell
c. taste d. hearing
A. a, b, c B. b, c, d
C. a, c, d D. a, b, d

3. What does the author mainly want to tell us with this article?
A. We should stay young at heart.
B. Snow brings both fun and trouble.
C. Memories can change our opinions.
D. Appreciate every snowstorm you spend with your family.

Day 5
阅读下面的材料，并根据材料选择最佳的答案。
The Boston Opera House
In Person:
• The Boston Opera House Box Office is open Monday – Friday from 10 am – 5 pm. We provide a direct and customer-friendly service that allows our customers to choose their seats and purchase (购买) their tickets at face value (票面价值) without service charges or delivery fees (费用). The savings and confidence associated with an in-person purchase at our box office can make the trip very worthwhile. While you’re in the neighborhood, check out our dining and parking choices when you attend your favorite shows.
• The Boston Ballet Box Office operates year-round at their 19 Clarendon Street headquarters (总部) in Boston’s South End. Boston Ballet sells tickets at the Boston Opera House box office during Boston Ballet performance weeks.
Online:
• Tickets for all Broadway in Boston shows and other concerts and cultural presentations are sold online at www.ticketmaster.com.
• Tickets for all Boston Ballet performances are sold online at www.bostonballet.org.
By Phone:
• Tickets for all Broadway in Boston shows and other concerts and cultural presentations can be purchased by calling Ticketmaster at 1.800.982.2787.
• Tickets for all Boston Ballet performances can be purchased by calling 617.695.6955.
Refund (退款) Policy:
• No refunds or exchanges.

The Boston Opera House Policies
Some shows may not be appropriate for children of all ages. Please enquire at 617.259.3400.
Regardless of age, everyone must have a ticket. No “babes in arms” will be allowed.
Parents may be asked to remove restless children from the auditorium (演出大厅). The parent and child will be able to wait in a comfortable lounge while the rest of the family enjoys the show. We appreciate your cooperation.

Tips for Theatergoers
Leave yourself enough time for traffic.
Check the date and time of the performance on tickets purchased.
If you arrive late to your performance you may have to wait to be seated at appropriate breaks in the performance. Please arrive on time, no less than 15 minutes before curtain (开演).

1. You can buy tickets for performances at the Boston Opera House in all the following ways EXCEPT ______.
A. at the box office
B. by telephone
C. through e-mail
D. on the website

2. What is one advantage of purchasing tickets in person?
A. You don’t need to pay extra fees.
B. You can get free parking and dining.
C. You are sure to get the best seats.
D. You can exchange tickets if you wish.

3. If you are attending a show at the Opera House, ______.
A. you can take your infant (婴儿) with you
B. you don’t have to buy a ticket for your kid
C. you are allowed to enter the auditorium immediately even if you are late
D. you are advised to arrive 15 minutes before the performance begins

My notes:
D1: 1. ____ 2. ____ 3. ____ 4. ____ 5. ____
D2: 1. ____ 2. ____ 3. ____
D3: 1. ____ 2. ____ 3. ____
D4: 1. ____ 2. ____ 3. ____
D5: 1. ____ 2. ____ 3. ____

上期参考答案：
D1 1. Accent 2. theatre 3. rarely/seldom 4. apology
5. invitation 6. illnesses 7. Cheers 8. toast
9. count 10. understand
D2 CCAC D3 CACDC
D4 DCD
D5 1-5 ADCCD 6-10 BDCBA