Passage Three
People often speak of fire as though it were a living creature--It grows, dances, needs oxygen, feeds on whatever it can find, and then dies. And when a forest fire rages out of control, threatening human lives and homes, it must be fought like a "wild animal. " The fight is often desperate, since firefighters' hest efforts may be dwarfed by the fury of a large fire. But the fire's own traits can be used against it.
The heated air above a fire rises in a pillar of smoke and burnt gases, pulling fresh air in from the sides to replace it. Firefighters use this fact when they "fight fire with fire. " They start a fire well in front of the one which they are fighting. Instead of traveling on in front of the huge fire, the smaller fire is pulled back toward it by the updrafts of the larger blaze. As it travels back to meet the large fire, the smaller backfire burns away the fuel that the forest fire needs to survive.
Even when a backfire has been well set, however, the fire may still win the struggle. The wind which the firefighters used to help them may now become their enemy. When the backfire meets the main fire, before both die for lack of fuel, there is tremendous flame, great heat and wild winds. A strong gust may blow the fire into the treetops beyond the area, giving the fire new fuel and a new life.
44. This passage focuses on
A. how fires start
B. damage caused by fire
C. the fascination of fire
D. fighting forest fires
45. A backfire is started
A. behind a forest fire
B. ahead of a forest fire
C. on the sides of a forest fire
D. all around a forest fire
46. This passage suggests that a fire will travel
A. faster than a horse can run
B. in all directions at the same speed
C. in whatever direction the wind is blowing
D. toward the nearest source of fuel
47. In the last paragraph, the writer again refers to the fire as a living creature by saying
that it
A. can be blown around by the wind
B. dwarfs man's best efforts
C. heats the air above it
D. may still win the struggle
Passage Four
When Abraham Lincoln was a lawyer in rural Illinois, he and a certain judge in town once got to bantering with one another about horse trading. The upshot of the discussion was that they agreed that the next morning, at nine o'clock, they would meet in front of the general store and make a trade. Each would bring a horse, unseen by anyone up to that hour. If either backed out of the deal, he would forfeit $25. The money from each man was held by the local banker.
The next morning, at the appointed hour, the Judge, came up the dirt road, leading the sorriest looking specimen of a horse ever seen in those parts of Illinois. The large crowd viewing the spectacle burst out laughing, already knowing that Abe Lincoln was bound to get the worst of the deal. A poorer horse just couldn't exist anywhere and still be walking.
In a few minutes, however, Mr. Lincoln was seen approaching the general store carrying something quite large and bulky on his shoulders. As he drew nearer, the crowd saw what it was, and great shouts and laughter broke out. The shouts and laughter soon broke into a thunderous roar when Mr. Lincoln, looking carefully and seriously over the Judge's animal, set down his sawhorse (锯木架) , and exclaimed, "Well, Judge, this is the first time I ever got the worst of it in a horse trade. "
48. This passage concerns
A. the life of Abe Lincoln
B. a horse trade made by Abe Lincoln
C. a gambling in Illinois
D. Abe Lincoln's philosophy
49. It is evident that neither Lincoln nor the Judge was
A. serious about their agreement
B. a native of Illinois
C. very knowledgeable about horses
D. in the mood for jokes
50. This passage attempts to arouse
A. outrage
B. tears
C. sympathy
D. laughter
51. A person who banters is
A. singing
B. insulting
C. joking
D. deceiving
Passage Five
Shoes are outer coverings for the foot. They have soles, and most have heels. The upper part of most shoes extend no higher than the ankle. Boots are footwear that reach beyond the ankle. People wear shoes to protect their feet from harsh weather, sharp objects, and uncomfortable surfaces. Shoes are also an important part of people's clothing. As a result, fashion often determines the style of shoes that individuals wear. The desire to be fashionable has led to many unusual shoe styles. In the 1300's, many European men wore shoes called crackowes, which had an extremely long toe. From the 1300's to the 1700's, some European women wore shoes with really thick soles causing walking to be virtually impossible without support. Shoes once worn in the Orient were connected to a stilt(高跷) as high as six inches.
Traditionally, most shoes are made of leather. But many other materials are now used. Including canvas, velvet, and synthetic substances such as plastics. Footwear materials and style vary somewhat, depending on climate, custom, or other differences. Farmers in Netherlands often wear heavy wooden shoes that protect their feet from the damp environment while Japanese wear shoes outside their home but prefer soft slippers at home. In fact, people in some regions often wear foot coverings other than shoes. Some wear sandals during the hot summer and switch to warm boots for the cold winter.
52. What is the main topic of the passage?
A. The history of the shoes.
B. Shoes around the world.
C. The definition of shoes.
D. Shoes and fashion.
53. What can be inferred from the passage about different types of shoes?
A. Boots are defined to be higher than shoes.
B. People in the 1300's to 1700's like to wear uncomfortable shoes.
C. People in Japan do not like to wear shoes.
D. History has proven that the best shoes are made of leather.
54. According to the passage, what is the main reason for people to wear shoes?
A. To look fashionable.
B. To feel comfortable.
C. Because everyone else wears them.
D. To protect their feet.
55. What is a type of shoes that is mentioned in the passage?
A. Slippers.
B. Sandals.
C. Soles.
D. Crackowes.
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