Part III Reading Comprehension

　　SectionA.

　　Directions: There are 3 passages in this part. Each passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choice marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.

　　Passage One

　　Strange things happen to time when you travel, because the earth is divided into twenty four time zones, one hour apart. You can have days with more than twenty-four hours, and weeks with more or fewer than seven days.

　　If you make a five-day trip across the Atlantic ocean, your ship enters a different time zone every day. As you enter each zone, the time changes one hour. Traveling west, you set your clock back; traveling east, you set it ahead. Each day of your trip has either twenty-five of twenty-three hours.

　　If you travel by ship across the Pacific, you cross the international date line. By agreement, this is the point where a new day begins. When you cross the line, you change your calendar one full day, backward or forward. Traveling east, today becomes yesterday, traveling west, it is tomorrow!

　　51. The difference in time between zones is _________ .

　　A) more than seven days B) twenty-four hours C) one hour D) seven days

　　52. From this selection, it seems true that the Atlantic Ocean ______.

　　A) is in one time zone B) cannot be crossed in five days

　　C) is divided into five time zones D) is divided into twenty-four zones

　　53. If you cross the Atlantic Ocean going east，you set your clock ______.

　　A) ahead one hour in each new time zone B) head by twenty-three hours

　　C) back one full day for each time zone D) ahead one hour for the whole trip

　　54.. The International Date Line is the name for _______.

　　A) any time zone in the Pacific Ocean B) any point where time changes by one hour

　　C) the point where a new day begins D) the beginning of any new time zone

　　Passage Two

　　Most people have had a dog or wanted one as their companion at some time in their lives. If you are thinking of buying a dog, however, you should first decide what sort of companion you need and whether the dog is likely to be happy in the surroundings you can provide. Specialist advice is available to help you choose the most suitable breed of dog. But in part, the decision depends on common sense. Different dogs were originally developed to perform specific tasks. So, if you want a dog to protect you or your house, for example, you should choose a breed that has the right size and characteristics

　　You must also be ready to devote a good deal of time to train the dog when it is young and give it the exercise it needs throughout its life, unless live in the country and can let it run freely. Dogs are demanding pets. Cats love the house and so are satisfactory with their place which is secure, but a dog is loyal to its master and consequently wants him to show proof of his affection.新明教育400-004-8804

　　The best time to buy a baby dog is when it is between 6 and 8 weeks old so that it can transfer its affection from its mother to its master. If baby dogs have not established a relationship with the human being until they are over three months old, their strong relationship will always be with dogs. They are likely to be too shy when they are brought out into the world to become good pets.

　　55. Which of the following is Not true according to the passage?

　　A) Size and characteristics of the dogs should be considered too.

　　B) It is common sense that is the most important when choosing a dog.

　　C) You should decide what kind of dog you want.

　　D) You can always get help from the specialists.

　　56. What is mentioned as a consideration in buying a dog?

　　A) The price of the dog.

　　B) The color of the dog.

　　C) Whether the dog will fit the environment.

　　D) Whether the dog will get along with the other pets in the house.

　　57. Why does the writer say a dog is a more demanding pet than a cat?

　　A) It must be looked after carefully. B) It demands more food and space.

　　C) It needs more love and care. D) It must be trained so that it won’t bite.

　　58. Why is it advised to buy a baby dog under three months old?

　　A) It’s easier to buy a baby dog under three months old.

　　B) They are less likely to run away.

　　C) They are less likely to be shy with human beings.

　　D) It’s easier for them to form a relationship with their masters.

　　Passage Three

　　Students who want to attend an American college or university must explain how they will pay for their education. They have to show that they will be able to pay for each year of study.Students have to consider not only the tuition, the cost of classes, but also meals and a place to live, known as room-and-board. They also need money for books , supplies ,social activities and other things. 电话：1885314613951ben.cn

　　Educational advisers say foreign students should keep enough money in a local bank to pay for at least two months of spending. So how much will it cost every year to study at an American school? Generally speaking, the answer is: a lot. The University of Washington says foreign students are paying more than thirty-six thousand dollars this year. Its website says the University of Washington does not offer financial assistance to international students.This is generally true of American schools, especially at the undergraduate level. It means foreign students are faced with a heavy financial burden.

　　The international application for the university includes a Statement of Financial Responsibility that must be signed. Students must also provide a bank letter or statement from within the past six months. And they have to name anyone who will help with payments. These people must send proof from a bank to show that they have the money.

　　The government or employer may be able to help you pay all or some college costs. A good idea is to ask at least eighteen months before you want to start classes in the United States.Enough time should be ensured to go through procedures.

　　59. Which statement is true according to the first paragraph?

　　A) Foreign students in America can hardly support themselves.

　　B) They should show that they are able to pay the first year of their study.

　　C) Room-and-board refers to the expense on meals and accommodation.

　　D) Students intending to attend an American college or university should explain who will pay for their education.

　　60. According to educational advisers, how many months of expense should be ensured by

　　foreign students?

　　A) At least two months. B) At least six months. C) At least twelve months. D) At least eighteen months.

　　61. What is Not included in the international application for the university?

　　A) A signed Statement of Financial Responsibility.

　　B) A name list of anyone who will offer help for payments.

　　C) A bank statement issued in the past six months.

　　D) Proofs from banks showing that the students have got the money.

　　62. American universities _________ to international students at the undergraduate level

　　A) sometimes offer partial financial assistance. B) occasionally offer financial assistance.

　　C) generally do not offer financial assistance. D) always offer financial assistance.

　　Section B.

　　Directions: Match the Chinese sentences in the left column with the English in the right column. Mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the centre.