1.（2019·虹口·二模）
Cropping（修剪）an Image with the Snap Shot Program
Welcome to the world of photo-editing!
Cropping an image allows you to zero in on（对准，聚焦）just the portion that is important to your project.For example，you may want to insert an image of a covered train in a report but may not want to include the whole train.Cropping the image allows you to select only the small area you wish to retain（保留）and eliminate all other portions of the original picture.
Option 1:Cropping by Placing the Image in a Shape
Using one of Snap Shot's standard shapes as a photo-editing tool requires no special abilities. To crop an image with a standard shape:
a.Click Cropping&Orientation from the Effects menu.
b.Click to select one of the six shapes to frame your image.
c.Use the mouse pointer to draw a frame around the portion of the image you wish to retain.Re-size the frame by dragging the shape's sizing handles.When you are satisfied with the results,click Cut It.
d.Snap Shot will automatically return to the project that is open.(You may also copy or cut the cropped image and paste it into another application.)
Screen Shor 1
Screen Shor 2
Option 2:Freehand Cropping of an Image
If you want to trace the shape of an object in order to crop out everything else,freehand cropping is the way to go.To crop an image freehand:
a.Click Freehand Crop from the Cropping&Orientation option on the Effects menu.
b.Using the mouse pointer,trace around the shape you want to crop.Be sure to completely enclose the image by ending at the same place you began outlining.
c.Click Cut It.Snap Shot will automatically return to the project that is open.
(word count 310,readability level 7.0)
( )(1)The main purpose of the passage is to_________.
A.describe the features of Snap Shot
B.explain how to use Snap Shot to select sections of a picture
C.show that Snap Shot is an easy tool to use
D.discuss how to use the features of Snap Shot
( )(2)To perform Option 2,one should first_________.
A.select the image
B.use the mouse pointer to draw a frame
C.select Cropping&Orientation from the Effects menu
D.re-size the frame by dragging the sizing handles on the shape
( )(3)Why is freehand cropping discussed after cropping with shapes?
A.To introduce a simpler technique before moving on to a more complex one.
B.To proceed from a more useful technique to one with fewer practical applications.
C.To order the options alphabetically.
D.To arrange the text,making space for the screen shots.
2.（2019·金山·二模）
How a Few Members of the Animal Kingdom Handle the Transition to Adulthood?
African elephants
These beautiful beasts come close to imitate teen rebellion.Calves spend a decade with their mothers in female-dominated groups—and ladies stay there—but adolescent boys leave Mom for noisy crews of bros.In their 20s,they often downsize to smaller male groups.
Orangutans（猩猩）
Slow metabolism allows these primates to survive food shortages—times when weather makes ripe fruit scarce.But energy efficiency comes at a cost;growth and maturation take time.Orangutan mamas nurse their young longer than any other wild creature does.
Orcas（逆戟鲸）
Killer whales join their mother's familial group for life.This lasting-relationship seems to increase a pup's chance of survival;if Mom dies,a young male(under 30)is three times more likely to die than a peer whose mother is alive.Risk of death post-mom-mortem rises as kids get older.
Harp seals
A harp seal's“childhood”lasts just 12 days.A pup's sole purpose during that brief period of coddling（宠爱）is to constantly nurse，gaining a fifth of its birth weight in blubber（鲸脂）every day.Once it's fat—they become greater from 25 to 80 pounds—it slides off the ice and takes on the sea.
Wolf spiders
Every parent knows that tired toddlers love to hitch a piggyback ride.The wolf spider straps all her babies(40 or 50,on average)onto her back at once,carrying the brood until they are capable of fully functional spider-hood.But luckily she only has to pull them for a few days.
(word count 281,readability level 7.2)
( )(1)According to the passage,which animals take the biggest responsibility in raising their young?
A.Harp seals. B.African elephants
C.Orcas. D.Wolf spiders.
( )(2)What can we learn from the underlined sentence“But luckily she only has to pull them for a few days”?
A.Other grown wolf spiders will come to take care of the babies.
B.The toddlers are too heavy for parents to hitch a piggyback ride.
C.Baby spiders are able to live on their own after a short period of time.
D.Baby spiders can make full use of spider-hood before they leave their parents.
( )(3)Who will be interested in this passage?
A.A student who is doing a project on animal growth.
B.A kid who is keen on animal watching.
C.A zoo-worker who is responsible for visitors'safety.
D.A doctor who specializes in animals'health.
3.（2019·静安·一模）
Rubbermaid Commercial Stainless（不锈的）Steel Oven Monitoring Thermometer（温度计）FGTHO550
by Rubbermaid Commercial Products
4.3 out of 5 stars 2,274 customer reviews
Price:$7.01
Color:Metallic
Made of wearable stainless steel,this oven thermometer is designed to endure the test of the toughest professional and home kitchens.The scale reads in both Fahrenheit and Celsius,and it features clearly marked temperature differences to aid accurate readings.Easy to install,the thermometer comes equipped with a convenient hanger,so it can be suspended from an oven rail.lts self-standing design also allows it to stand upright on a baking pan in the oven.
Easy-to-Read Dial
This oven thermometer measures and displays true oven temperature,helping to ensure precise results when preparing food.
Durable Stainless Steel Design
With its stainless steel construction and rock-resistant lens,this thermometer withstands tough and repeated use.And with its long 10-year warranty,it's sure to become one of your kitchen mainstays.
About manufacturer
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( )(1)Which of the following features does the product enjoy?
A.It's made of quality plastic easy to be bent.
B.It is assisted with electronic dial reading system.
C.It could be positioned within the oven in two ways.
D.It is resistant to shake and pressure.
( )(2)Which description about the product is TRUE?
A.It provides unconditional domestic and international shipping.
B.It sells best in Oven Thermometers section on Amazon.
C.Over 3000 customers have commented on the product.
D.It could be paid for only through credit card.
( )(3)Which of the following products is NOT likely to be manufactured by Rubbermaid
Commercial Products?
A.Deskside Plastic Wastebasket.
B.Airtight Snack Container.
C.Full Pan Carrier.
D.Over-ear Bass Sound Stereo Headphones.
(word count 276,readability level 12.4)
4.（2019·黄浦·二模）
(B)
●Stocky,slow-moving whale,rarely grows beyond 15 metres in length
●Flippers are a third of body length;variable dorsal fin size and shape;saw-toothed trailing edge on flukes,often raised when diving
●Bumpy tubercles on top of the head
●Body colour is dark brown to black;often extensive white on flippers and underside of body and flukes;such patterns enable individual recognition
●Bushy blow,occasionally V-shaped
●270-400 olive baleen plates
Humpback whales belong to the rorqual(groove-throated)family,which includes fin,sei,Bryde's,minke and blue whales.The big family migrate between winter tropical breeding areas(North West Shelf,Great Barrier Reef,New Caledonia,Vanuatu,Fiii,Tonga)and summer Antarctic feeding areas.Once common in New Zealand waters,humpbacks are now rarely seen and may migrate further offshore.Males compete for mates either by physical fight or by song.Females give birth to their young every two to three years;some nonbreeding females probably remain in the southern waters during winter.Young humpback whales return to their area of birth but in later life some wander between breeding areas.Humpbacks eat small shrimps and other schooling prey,such as fish,forming small,cooperative groups of two to three individuals to feed.
Similar species:Easily identifiable due to a“hump”back when submerging,but at a distance may be confused with other species that raise their flukes when diving,such as sperm,right and blue whales.
Protection status:Recovering well from past whaling and now numerous in some former migration and aggregation areas,rarely seen in others.
(word count 261,readability level 10.5)
( )(1)Which of the following is TRUE about humpback whales?
A.Their long flippers vary in length,size and shape like dorsal fin.
B.They are large and likely to grow longer than 15 metres.
C.The different colors and patterns of the body help to be recognized.
D.Their bumpy tubercles and blowholes are on both sides of head.
( )(2)Which of the following can be inferred from this article's description of humpback whales'migration?
A.They need warmer waters to breed.
B.They can't survive in extreme cold.
C.They find plentiful food in tropical waters.
D.They are mostly hunted in New Zealand waters.
( )(3)This article is mainly intended to_________.
A.explain why humpbacks are still hunted in some parts of the world
B.introduce how humpbacks migrate through some dangerous waters
C.popularize the basic knowledge of humpbacks and call for protection
D.help distinguish humpbacks from other similar species
5.（2019·虹口·一模）
You are going to read three competitions which offer holidays as prizes.
Competition One
Competition Two
Com
petition Three
( )(1)Which competition extract(s)describe(s)what will happen on the flight?
A.Competition One.
B.Competition Two.
C.Competition Three.
D.Competition One and Two.
( )(2)Which holiday prize(s)will offer you the chance to stay longer than a week?
A.Competition One.
B.Competition Two.
C.Competition One and Three.
D.Competition One and Two.
( )(3)If you want to exercise during the holiday,which competition(s)will you take part in?
A.Competition One.
B.Competition Two.
C.Competition One and Three.
D.Competition One and Two.
6.（2019·杨浦·一模）
Does the thought of cooking an entire Christmas dinner for friends and family make you shudder?Our cookery writer Sophie Godwin has created the ultimate simplified menu for a stress-free day.With a range of time-saving techniques and showstopping flavour twists,this is the only festive menu you'll ever need.Embrace the art of the shortcut!
Your timeplan to eat at 2p.m.
View and print our at-a-glance infographic time plan.
11a.m.Take your turkey out of the fridge.
11.30a.m.Heat the oven.Prepare the rosemary butter and rub underneath the turkey skin.
12p.m.Put the turkey in the oven to roast.
12.15p.m.Boil the potatoes and root vegetables.Make the harissa&orange marmalade glaze.Chop the ingredients for the stuffing sprouts.
1p.m.Baste the turkey,pour in the white wine and nestle cabbage wedges around the bird.Return to the oven.
1.10p.m.Prepare the separate ingredients for the mackerel starter.
1.25p.m.Smash the roasties and put them in the oven.
1.30p.m.Check the turkey—take out to rest if the internal temperature has reached 65℃.Return the cabbage to the oven to finish cooking.
1.35p.m.Toss the roasted roots in the harissa glaze,then put in the oven.
1.40p.m.Make the gravy,cook the sprouts and keep warm.
2p.m.Sit down to eat the starter,with everything for your lunch ready to go.
The dessert takes just 10 minutes to assemble,so you can do it once you've enjoyed the main course.
Buy your ingredients
We've pre-loaded your shopping list so that you can quickly buy all your ingredients for this menu in one go.Just click below to be taken to your shopping list,where you can buy all your ingredients from your preferred supermarket,add or remove any ingredients as needed,and even print the list,to use direct when shopping.(Serves 6)
The above shopping list is powered by Whisk.Please check your list thoroughly before purchasing.If the same items appear across different recipes they will not automatically combine in your list and you'll need to do this manually.Please also check the products that have been selected via the Whisk program,as you may prefer a different brand from that listed.(word count 367,readability level 6.9)( )(1)Which section CAN'T we find on the website?A.Classic cocktails. B.Vegetarian Christmas.C.Roast calculator. D.Wealth management.( )(2)How long does it take to roast the turkey?A.1 hour. B.2 hours.C.1.5 hours. D.2.5 hours.( )(3)Which of the following is TRUE?A.The entire Christmas dinner is composed of a roasted turkey and dessert. B.The automatically-generated shopping list is just for users'reference.C.Most of the ingredients on the shopping list come from the same brand. D.You can buy all your ingredients online through Whisk by one click.
7.（2019·普陀·一模）
Please Choose Cloud Services
Finding the Cloud service can be difficult as there are so many available.Consumers need to consider and compare each service's features,storage possibilities,free space and best price.You may be unsure,or you do not know where to begin.Trying every Cloud service would take a lot of time and work.But,the website Reviews.com might help.
One valuable feature is the protection of digital files,including photos,videos,documents,music and more.If the worst happens and your computer crashes,or gets lost or damaged,your files can still be found in the Cloud.
Cloud services let you access your files from almost anywhere.No need to worry about a file stored on your computer when you are away from your desk.If you have an Internet connection,you can open your files from any computer,or from a phone,when they are stored using a Cloud service.
Using a Cloud service makes sharing files easier.If you send documents to a group using emails,you may then wonder which version everyone is working with.When sharing files using a Cloud service,everyone will see the same document and the latest version.
The first thing to consider is the amount of storage space you need.Check how much space you are currently using on your computer and mobile devices.If your computer or phone is filled with photos and you have little free space,you may want to move your photos to the Cloud.Some Cloud services are free.But,if you need a lot of space,you will probably need one that costs money.
Even if everyone you have ever met is a Windows user,you still probably want a Cloud service that works with many platforms.You might become friends with an Android user or start a job with a company that computes on Apple!
(word count 353,readability level 7.1)
( )(1)Which of the following is true according to the passage?
A.Google-Drive users can obtain 100GB for free.
B.Most Cloud services can send files to both the Cloud and the local computer.
C.It's hard to transfer your file when you turn on the computer if it is stored in the Cloud.
D.Never worry about finding your files in the Clouds if the computer system crashes.
( )(2)What will you have to do if you need more space to store more files in the Cloud?
A.To use your own Cloud services.
B.To share Cloud space with others.
C.To spend money buying space.
D.To buy the latest version of the service.
( )(3)How can consumers find the Cloud service that suits them best?
A.By learning more information about the space occupied by files.
B.By comparing Cloud's function,storage,available space and prices.
C.By sending files to a group of people via email inquiring about the Cloud service.
D.By making friends with Android users who use Apple computers.
8.（2018·徐汇·二模）
Letter 2
January 14,2018|9:24 p.m.
It's the start of a new year and I believe it's time for a change.What's the best way to explain to a prospective employer that you are in need of something new without seeming flighty and without complaining about your current employer?
The new year is as good a time as any to take stock，but not the only reason for making a change.At least，that's not what you communicate to a prospective employer.Your reason for looking for a new job is less important to your new employer than why you want to work there.Needing a change might be the catalyst（催化剂），but the job search is like dating，and you wouldn't ask someone out and explain you're just bored in your current relationship，right？At least I hope not，otherwise you're likely to be as lonely as Barry Manilow sounds when he sings“It's Just Another New Year's Eve”.
(word count 423,readability level 7.0)
( )(1)What is discussed in the first letter?
A.How to ask questions in a polite way.
B.How to respond to a false charge.
C.How to make a correction at work.
D.How to handle rude mass emails at work.
( )(2)According to Greg,expressing your dissatisfaction with your present job in an interview would be the same as_________.
A.talking about your family issues in public
B.complaining about your prior partner on a first date
C.demonstrating your qualifications to your new boss
D.bragging about your experience to your partner
( )(3)It can be inferred that“go to greg”mainly offers advice on people's___.
A.career choices B.social relationships
C.working problems D.health problems
9.（2018·普陀·一模）
Recycling at Work-handy Hints to Employers
It is estimated that avoidable waste costs UK businesses up to 4.5% of their annual revenue.Reducing waste in the workplace is about being efficient.By becoming more efficient,businesses not only increase profits but they also save natural resources.
Setting up a company scheme
Get everyone involved
●Arouse awareness internally within the company,perhaps by putting up educational posters.
●Appoint a person to be the point of contact for anyone with queries（问讯）.
There are also a couple of ways to increase motivation:
●Hold internal competitions between different departments.For example,see which can reduce their waste the most within a specific time period.
●Send out regular newsletters reporting on all waste improvements.Staff will then see the impact their actions are having.
What to recycle and how
Paper
●According to a recent survey,65% of waste produced is paper waste.Waste paper will inevitably be produced in the workplace,but it is not necessary to discard it.It can serve a variety of purposes before it is recycled,such as writing notes.Envelopes too can be reused for internal mail.
Plastic cups
●Rather than supplying disposable plastic cups in your workplace,get ceramic mugs that can be reused.Not only do they make your tea taste better,but they can reduce your office waste by up to 10%!
Electrical equipment
●Rather than giving up on any old electrical equipment and just throwing it away,why not try upgrading it?This reduces waste,as well as avoiding the need to manufacture a new machine—a process which creates a large amount of waste.You could also consider donating your old computers to charities when it comes to replacing them.
(word count 292,readability level 9.2)
( )(1)What can the employer distribute to motivate staff to recycle more?
A.Educational posters. B.Annual reports.
C.Regular newsletters. D.Competition rules.
( )(2)What can be bought to cut down on the waste produced by staff refreshments?
A.Disposable goods. B.Writing notes.
C.Envelopes. D.Ceramic tableware.
( )(3)Which of the following is NOT included in the hints?
A.Unwanted PCs can be sent to charities if the company has to buy new ones.
B.Waste paper can be used as envelopes for internal mails before being thrown away.
C.One of the staff should be assigned to be responsible for the recycling issue.(www.xing528.com)
D.Educational posters can be displayed in the workplace to publicize the recycling scheme.
10.（2018·虹口·一模）
You may read the questions first.
Indian Heroes and Great Chieftains
The book mainly presents us with the American Indian leaders of the past.It features many profiles and biographies including Sitting Bull,Crazy Horse,Red Cloud and Lozen Quanah etc.written by author Charles Eastman,and I'm sure you will be interested in it.
Name:Sitting Bull
Birth:1831
Death:12-15-1890
He was a great hero and is respected by many American Indians.In a 1997 documentary（纪录片）—The Great Tribes，he was known as a holy man，a composer of songs and an artist.Under him，the Sioux and Cheyenne Nations unified.He was advised to go on a European tour in 1887，but he turned it down to defend these two nations from being separated again.He led his people during years of resistance to United States government policies and was killed by Indian agency police on the Standing Rock Indian Reservation.
Name:Crazy Horse
Birth:1842
Death:9-5-1877
Crazy Horse was a legendary warrior（勇士）and a gentle leader as well as a brave man who stood for the highest ideal of the Sioux，celebrated for his battle skills as well as his efforts to preserve Native American traditions and way of life.Resisting efforts to force the Sioux on to reservations，he fought alongside Sitting Bull and others in the American-Indian Wars.Charles Eastman described him in his book Indian Heroes as“a man of deeds and not of words”.
Name:Red Cloud
Birth:1822
Death:12-10-1909
He was against the movement of the white settlers into the Black Hills.In 1868，he refused to sign a treaty（条约），which stated that the Black Hills didn't belong to people.The treaty also stated that these areas couldn't be entered without the government's permission.According to Eastman's book Indian Heroes，he was said to have fought against the treaty，forcing the government to give in and pull out of the area.
Name:Lozen Quanah
Birth:late 1840s
Death:1890
Known as the youngest sister of Red Cloud,she devoted herself to the people.She was described in Peter Aleshire's Warrior Woman as a heroine good at riding horses and using a bow and arrow to drive attackers away.This skill was considered to be“one of the most honored skills among the Indians”.
(word count 397,readability level 9.9)
( )(1)Which of the following is NOT true about Crazy Horse?
A.He was friendly to his soldier. B.He showed great courage.
C.He was a great talker. D.He was respected.
( )(2)From the passage we can infer that_________.
A.Sitting Bull disliked traveling
B.Indian Heroes was a book on Indian history
C.in the 1880s Indian soldiers were mainly armed with bows and arrows
D.in the 1850s Indian women were not allowed to ride horses
( )(3)The main purpose of the passage is to_________.
A.show Indians'lives to readers
B.describe great Indian heroes and heroines
C.show the history of the Indians
D.comment on a history book
11.（2018·崇明·一模）
Easy access toilets are at Belgrave,Lakeside and Gembrook.Refreshments and souvenirs—are available at most stations.
Railway tracks—standing and walking on the tracks is not permitted.
Prams（婴儿车）—only folding or narrow type prams can be accommodated through the narrow carriage doors.
Smoking—is not permitted on the train or under any roofed areas.
Assistance dogs certified by a registered authority—are the only dogs allowed on the train and must be kept on lead at all times.
Alcohol—is not permitted on trains(except as provided in dining cars).
Toilets—are located at each station.Parenting rooms are located at Belgrave,Lakeside&Gembrook.
Photographs and videos—for personal use are permitted.Wedding photography and any use,re-use or reproduction for commercial purposes is prohibited without prior written permission.
Conditions:
Concession fares（优惠票价）are available to Australian bearers of Health Care，Student，Seniors，Companion or Pensioner cards.（Exclude evening dining and events）.Your signature may be required on the day of travel for verification purposes.
Children under 4 years,not occupying a seat,are carried FREE on excursion trains only,excluding special events and dining trains.
Discounts are available for pre-booked group travel(20 or more)on a return journey,except on Sundays,public holidays and school holidays.
All trains are steam-driven unless a diesel locomotive（柴油机车）is required in exceptional circumstances.
First Class Travel return journeys are on appointed trains only.
(word count 342,readability level 10.5)
( )(1)The above information is mainly intended for_________.
A.international tourists in Australia
B.potential travellers of the steam trains
C.local residents in Dandenong Ranges
D.volunteers on the Puffing Billy Railway
( )(2)People are not permitted to bring_________onto the excursion trains.
A.prams B.guide dogs C.wheelchairs D.alcohol
( )(3)What can be learned from the above information?
A.Taking photos is forbidden on most excursion trains.
B.Toilets for the disabled are not available at all stations.
C.Foreign visitors to Australia can also get concession fares.
D.One can get tickets at a lower price as long as he books in advance.
12.（2018·徐汇·一模）
The truth of our modern times is that you probably won't find a student who does not use mobile applications today.Every student probably knows plenty of applications that fit his or her needs most,but there are still some mobile“helpers”no student should live without.
Raise—Save your money with discounted gift cards,especially with the Raise mobile app.Before you buy any back-to-school items,check the Raise app to see if there are any discounted gift cards you can buy to make your dollar go farther.Once you purchase a card,you can instantly use it online or in stores by showing the barcode on your phone—no need to worry about forgetting your gift cards at home.
iStudiez Pro—For college students who are attempting to successfully manage a full schedule,iStudiez Pro can help ease your transition into college courses and help you organize your class schedule and plan out your days.iStudiez Pro is the best app for students which combines tracking schedule,homework and grades with a delightful user experience.
SelfControl—College students are so easily distracted from the studying process!They always need to check new photos of their friends on Facebook,or share their mood with the world during a lecture.To avoid such distractions,the Self Control application has been created:it blocks certain websites that can distract you from studying,and it does it for a set amount of time.So,when a lecture is finished,you are welcome to come back to your favorite websites again!
Mint—It's an easy-to-read app that links to all your bank accounts and gives you updates on how much you've been spending.It also lets you know what you've been spending your money on by organizing your expenses into categories(You may be surprised by how much you dish out on Starbucks after using the app for a while).
LifeSite Vault—Parents struggle to make sure their college students have access to key personal documents and accounts,like Social Security numbers and bank account information.That's where LifeSite Vault can help.It does so by keeping important documents“safe but accessible”.For example,with LifeSite Vault,users can upload everything from their Social Security cards to passports and birth certificates or upload a picture of a medical insurance card.___________________________________________________
(word count 386,readability level 10.7)
( )(1)The Raise mobile app is supposed to provide_________.
A.sales information on school supplies B.discounted gift cards for school items
C.online shopping guidelines D.a barcode on your phone
( )(2)If a college student wants to budget his finances and prevent himself from overspending,he will probably need_________.
A.iStudiez Pro B.Self Control C.Mint D.LifeSite Vault
( )(3)What is the main purpose of this passage?
A.To help college students increase learning efficiency.
B.To recommend some helpful applications to students.
C.To compare different types of online learning tools.
D.To explain how to use some modern applications.
13.（2018·长宁嘉定·一模）
Chicago Tribune
______Companies Take Punitive（惩罚性）Steps Against Smokers，Overweight Workers
By Tim Jones__________________________________________________________________________
Get ready to say goodbye to the days of high-fat meals,junk food snacks and that afterwork cigarette you always enjoy smoking—at least if you intend to have a job and health insurance.The rules of the workplace are changing,and personal behavior and lifestyle habits—those unrelated to what you do at work—are now fair game for employers determined to cut health-care costs.
If you smoke，you may not get hired and you could get fired.If your cholesterol（胆固醇）is too high，you can pay higher premiums（保险费）for your insurance.The same goes for blood pressure and body mass.The requirements accepted by a growing number of companies are encroaching on privacy and raising questions about who will qualify for health insurance，as well as employment.
The Cleveland Clinic on Sept.1 started nicotine testing in pre-employment physicals.If nicotine is found,applicants will not be hired.
We-yco Inc.，a company based in Lansing，Michigan，drew national attention in 2005 when it fired four employees who used tobacco.We-yco performs random testing every three months，usually of about 30 employees.Workers are required to blow into a Breathalyzer-link device that measures carbon monoxide levels.If the reading is high，employees are required to take a_urine（尿）test.If they fail the urinalysis twice，they will be dismissed.
Although thousands of employers have put in place inspirations for their workers to live healthier lifestyles，the vast majority of employers have not yet adopted the approach of punishing employees who don't satisfy medical or behavioral requirements.But punitive（惩罚性）measures are gaining a foothold in the workplace，according to lawyers and groups that follow insurance and employment trends，because health-care costs are growing at high-single-digit to double-digit rates annually.
Gary Climes,vice president of Meritain Health Michigan,which now owns We-yco,noted that the firings didn't violate Michigan law and that the 150 employees at the Okemos-based company have,over time,accepted the rules.“It really comes down to a personal choice as far as you want to be employed here,”Climes said.Climes said that since 2005,when We-yco made the wellness policy that includes the smoking ban,health insurance costs have increased by no more than 2 percent a year,well below the national average._____________
(word count 409,readability level 12.0)
( )(1)What is the author's advice for getting employed?
A.Paying higher premiums of health insurance.
B.Quitting smoking and keeping away from junk food.
C.Taking a urine test before applying for a good job.
D.Studying hard and knowing more about the company.
( )(2)The underlined italicized words“encroaching on”in the passage mean___.
A.enriching B.recording
C.protecting D.invading
( )(3)We-yco Inc.drew national attention in 2005 because_________.
A.four of its employees were fired just for smoking
B.four of its employees violated Michigan law
C.its health insurance costs have increased rapidly
D.a device was used to measure carbon monoxide levels
( )(4)What is the most probable title of this passage?
A.Health insurance costs are increasing.
B.Urine tests are required for every employee.
C.Most of the employers get tough on health.
D.Employees are provided with good health care.
14.（2018·黄浦·一模）
BBC SHOP
Entertaining.Informing.Inspiring.
WHAT A RELIEF!
Delight everyone on your holiday gift list with great gifts from the BBC.
You'll earn heartfelt thanks from nature lovers for Planet Earth I&II:The Complete Collection(Page 41)—inspiring look at our planet's wildest,most mysterious creatures and their breathtaking home.
...from mystery lovers for Sherlock:Complete Seasons 1-4 and The Abominable Bride Giftset(Page 13)—entertaining proof that Holmes can be difficult,dangerous,accurate,and absolute funny.
...and from those who appreciate all things British.Delight Charles Dickens fans with Dickensian(Page 7).The new drama series with more adventures for Dickens'characters...Dinner with Dickens Cookbook(Page 9)with procedures for his favorite dishes...and Tom Baker Reads“A Christmas poem”(Page 8)for a wonderful new holiday tradition.
Plus teapots,T-shirts,shortbread,mugs and more—just in time for the holidays.
Enjoy!
NEW
THE MOMENT
Welcome to murder，suspense，romance，robbery and clothing in this exciting historical drama！Trouble begins for Rachel Verinder the day she inherits a large diamond stolen from a Hindu temple.When it disappears again，suspicion falls on Franklin Blake，the man who loves her.But what about mysterious cousin Godfrey，the housemaid with a thieving past，and doctor who experiments with opium（鸦片）？Blake must discover the fate of the Moonstone or lose Rachel forever.A powerful tale and emotionally sudden changes，based on the first-ever English detective novel by Wikie Collins.
hours.
DVD 21024 $34.99 YOUR PRICE:¥27.98
WALKERS CHRISTMAS TREE SHORTBREAD AND TINS
Santa and a beautiful Angel put the finishing touches on Christmas tree tins—perfect centerpieces and holiday decorations that your family and friends will enjoy year after year.
Lift the treetops and taste the delicious secret inside:pure butter shortbread shaped like mini-Christmas trees,and made from only finest ingredients—flour,butter,sugar and salt.
Baked in the village of Aberlour in the Scottish Highlands,they follow a generations-old family procedure,first perfected by Joseph Walker in 1898.While the shortbread will disappear as if by magic,the tins will hold your holiday cookies and candy for many Christmases to come.
Wonderful hostess gifts.Both tins:6″h×
″d;net wt 4.4 oz.Angel 21042 $19.98 Santa 21043$19.98
(word count 384,readability level 9.7)
( )(1)Tom's wife is a home baker,so he'd better refer to Page_________for a
Christmas present for her.
A.8 B.9 C.13 D.41
( )(2)Which of the following statements is TRUE about“The Moment”?
A.It is an adapted drama lasting nearly 4 hours.
B.The story,rather than the actors,is attracting.
C.There are three suspects for stealing the diamond.
D.It is based on Wikie Collins'most famous detective novel.
( )(3)What can be learned about the shortbread?
A.It usually disappears in a magic way together with the tin.
B.It follows a secret procedure perfected by Joseph Walker.
C.It is wrapped in a tin with both Angel and Santa on it.
D.It is traditionally family-baked in Scotland.
15.（2018·奉贤·一模）
Seek Out a Unique Beach
VISIT
Oregon.For sun and fun away from the crowded beaches of Florida，check out the Oregon coast and its 363 miles of gorgeous shoreline，stretching from the Columbia River south to the redwood forests of California.Every beach is public and free.“The coast is a perfect place to watch sea lions sun themselves or simply see the mighty Pacific waves crash in the sunset followed by a seafood feast in one of the busy fishing communities located between the coves（小海湾），”says Bramblett.July and August aren't peak gray whale migration season，but there's still a good chance you could catch a glimpse of some of the 200 whales that spend the summers off the Oregon coast.
SLEEP
Next to a lighthouse.Imagine yourself an ancient mariner when you book a room overlooking the Pacific Ocean at the Heceta Head Lighthouse Bed and Breakfast in Yachats,Oregon.The working lighthouse,which dated to 1894,cast a bright beam 21 miles out to sea,making it the brightest light on the Oregon coast.The cliff-top rooms at the Light Keeper's home nearby aren't cheap—you'll shell out up to$385 for a weekend night during peak season(price includes a seven-course breakfast).
BEWARE
Dangerous currents.Unless you love cold water（or wear a wet suit），you may not want to venture into the sea off the Oregon coast，even during the summer.But if you do，be prepared for tip currents.To get out of a dangerous current，don't panic，warns Tom Grill，a spokesman for the U.S.Lifesaving Association.Swim parallel to the beach until you're no longer being pulled out to sea，then swim diagonally（成对角线地）toward the shore.
BRING
Baby powder.Use a generous amount of baby powder to remove sand from your hands,feet or hair.The powder quickly absorbs moisture,allowing sand to fall off easily.
(word count 327,readability level 8.6)
( )(1)It can be inferred from the section SLEEP that_________.
A.the price of one night stay remains the same all the year around
B.those who stay there can have a free access to the beach and the lighthouse
C.those who want to stay there have to pay more during a tourist season
D.the price includes the breakfast for seven people
( )(2)What is suggested by the leaflet if you want to enjoy your stay at the beach?
A.Avoid wearing wet suits.
B.Never dive into the cold water off the coast.
C.Bring baby powder to protect your skin from sand scratches.
D.Don't swim straight toward the shore when there're dangerous currents.
( )(3)Oregon coast will offer you all the following experiences EXCEPT_________.
A.a perfect view of sea lions
B.a mariner-like stay in the more than 100-year-old lighthouse
C.a seafood feast in the popular local community
D.sun and fun of the less crowded beach.
16.（2018·宝山·一模）
Americans are more stressed than ever,according to an American Psychological Association survey,and nearly one-third say stress impacts their physical or mental health.If you have any of these symptoms,your stress might be making you sick.Here's how to battle against them.
If you've never suffered from headaches but suddenly your head is constantly striking，you might be too stressed.Stress releases chemicals that can cause changes to nerves and blood vessels（血管）in the brain，which brings on a headache.Stress can cause them or make them worse.It's also common for your muscles to tense up when you're stressed，which can also cause a headache.
WHAT TO DO:
If you don't want to take medicine，try spreading lavender（薰衣草）oil on your temples（太阳穴）when a headache starts.Or try one of these home remedies for headaches.
Stress can make you mentally sick，too.Too much of the stress hormone cortisol（皮质醇）can make it harder to concentrate，causing memory problems as well as anxiety or depression，says Dr.Levine.
WHAT TO DO:
Relax until you regain your concentration.Practice closing your eyes and breathing in and out slowly,concentrating only on your breath.____________________________________________
Losing a few strands of hair is normal（old hair follicles（囊）are replaced by new ones over time），but stress can disturb that cycle.Significant stress pushes a large number of hair follicles into what's called a resting stage and then a few months later those hairs fall out，according to MayoClinic.org.Stress can also cause the body's resistant system to attack your hair follicles，resulting in hair loss.
WHAT TO DO:
Be patient.Once your stress level returns to normal,your hair should start growing back.________________________________________________________________________________
(word count 297,readability level 7.2)
( )(1)If you're stressed,you might have one of the following symptoms EXCEPT that_________.
A.you keep getting headaches
B.you always have a cold
C.your hair is falling out
D.your brain feels confused
( )(2)Which of the following is suggested if your brain goes out of focus?
A.Breathing slowly with your eyes closed.
B.Waiting until your brain returns to normal.
C.Spreading lavender oil on your temples.
D.Relaxing and attacking your brain softly.
( )(3)What will happen once we get over our stress according to the passage?
A.Our hair starts falling out and then grows back.
B.Our body's resistant system attacks your hair follicles.
C.Our hair starts growing again.
D.A serious headache starts.
17.（2017·普陀·一模）
continued
*Price:per person,per package,twin share
Children 11 years and under are 50%.Children 4 years and under are free.
(word count 192,readability level 3.5)
( )(1)Which holiday location doesn't welcome young children?
A.Mountain Lodge. B.Pelican Resort.
C.Cedar Lodge. D.None of the above.
( )(2)According to the holiday advertisement,which of the following is NOT TRUE?
A.Both Mountain Lodge and Pelican Resort are close to the coast.
B.Tourists can't visit Pelican Resort in May because of the restoration.
C.All meals are included if tourists choose to go to the Pelican Resort.
D.Canoeing and cycling are provided at no extra cost at Cedar Lodge.
( )(3)A holiday in Mountain Lodge for a couple with 12-year-old twin girls and a 3-year old boy costs_________.
A.$825 B.$990 C.$1320 D.$1650
18.（2017·静安·一模）
Join IMDb and Become a Founding Supporter of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts&Sciences is building the world's leading movie museum in the heart of Los Angeles.The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures,scheduled to open in 2017,will contain six stories of state-of-the-art galleries,exhibition spaces,movie theaters and educational areas.Through groundbreaking exhibitions and innovative programming,the Museum will explore how Hollywood and the film industry have shaped culture and creativity around the world.Designed by Renzo Piano,the Academy Museum will be located next to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art(LACMA)campus in the landmarked Wilshire May Company Building.
To help ensure this long-held dream of the Academy becomes a reality,the Academy has launched a$300 million fundraising campaign,led by Bob Iger,Annette Bening and Tom Hanks.We hope you can join IMDb and the Academy Museum's community of early supporters by making a gift to the campaign today.Or,sign up for the Academy Museum mailing list to hear about upcoming museum events and developments.
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Help make movie history and join in elite group of supporters,including IMDb,by making your contribution today.
To see a full list of the Academy Museum founding supporters,click here.If you would like to make a donation or learn more about naming opportunities,please contact Christine Joyce Rodriguez,Manager of Annual Giving,at Christine.Rodriguez@Oscars.org or 310 247 3040.
(word count 246,readability level 14.3)
( )(1)The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is located__________________.
A.in the downtown area of Los Angeles
B.in the suburb of the city of Los Angeles
C.in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art
D.in the centre of Wilshire May Company
( )(2)The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures will focus on____________.
A.the exhibition of film equipment
B.the impact of film industry on world culture
C.the popularity of Hollywood movie culture
D.the achievements of American galleries and theatres
( )(3)The passage is intended to__________________.
A.promote the Academy Museum and make movie history
B.arouse people's interest in the Academy Museum
C.raise enough money for the Academy Museum
D.help realize the Academy Museum founding supporters'dreams
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