Unit 4 Sharing
第一节:语法填空
Nowadays, millions 1. lonely singles are now going online instead. 2. _
World Wide Web is quickly becoming the world’s most popular matchmaker(媒人). Singles are flocking(涌向) to the Internet 3. _ (main) because their busy lifestyles leave them little time to look for a significant other. Using dating sites(约会网址) is quick and convenient. Many singles say the regular dating scene just 4. ___________(lead) them from one bad experience to 5. ____________ and are ready to try something else. Dating sites also make 6. easy to avoid someone 7. you are not interested in. In the real world, 8. , ignoring someone you don’t like can be difficult.
Despite all the advantages, online dating also presents its own set of problems. People aren’t always those who they declare to be in their online 9._____________ (describe). Safety is another concern. You are just 10. ____________ (like) to find a criminal online as you are Mr. Or Miss Right. 第二节:短文改错
My old classroom was interesting because three side of the classroom were made from glass. I enjoyed sit close to the windows and looking at the view. On the left-hand side of the class, I could easy see the football field. In the mornings, it was full of students exercising. The view from the back of the classroom is also splendid. Close to the school there was a beautiful park with many trees around them. Farther in the distance, I could not enjoy the view of snowy mountains. On the right side of the class was the road. I was always interested to see the drivers in hurry in the morning. The position of the classroom with its view made me felt like I was dreaming. If I was only a child when I studied in that classroom, I will never forget it.
第三节:七选五:
Just like the United States , Britain is divided into different areas . Britain
is one of the most
diverse nations in Europe with over 250 different languages being spoken in London alone.
With such a various culture, adapting to it can be a challenge for anyone. 1. __ Forget the stereotypes (成见). Many of the long formed stereotypes simply have nothing
to do with Britain today. Don't think that everyone enjoys drinking tea or beer. Abandoning some
old ideas of people and culture will allow you to be more open-minded and easily get into the culture.
2.________. Britain is made up of different regions that have their different traditions and languages. Understanding different cultures will help you avoid making mistakes.
Get used to small spaces. The US is a huge country where people are used to bigger cars,
houses and spaces. Like all European nations , Britain does not have the luxury of space. Houses, apartments and cars are all smaller than you are used to , 3. ___________
4. _____ . Always apologize for knocking into someone, even if it was their fault. Respect
people's personal space and always wait in line. Bill Brysons' book Notes from a small island is
filled with many useful tips.
Accept the jokes. 5. ____ Kidding, teasing, or \the mick\are all ways to describe making fun of someone but this isn't necessarily a bad thing. Playing tricks on someone is a common way to show affection. As Britons usually put it, \A. Understand the differences .
B. Following these steps should be of great help to you . C. Be polite .
D. Therefore , trying to become familiar with smaller areas is very necessary . E. Make friends with them .
F. One of the most confusing aspects of British culture is humor . G. Don’t play jokes on others . 第四节:阅读理解
University Room Regulations
Approved and Prohibited Items
The following items are approved for use in residential (住宿的) rooms: electric blankets, hair dryers, personal computers, radios, televisions and DVD players. Items that are not allowed in student rooms include: candles, ceiling fans, fireworks, waterbeds, sun lamps and wireless routers. Please note that any prohibited items will be taken away by the Office of Residence Life. Access to Residential Rooms
Students are provided with a combination (组合密码) for their room door locks upon check-in. Do not share your room door lock combination with anyone. The Office of Residence Life may change the door lock combination at any time at the expense of the resident if it is found that the student has shared the combination with others. The fee is $25 to change a room combination. Cooking Policy
Students living in buildings that have kitchens are only permitted to cook in the kitchen. Students must clean up after cooking. This is not the responsibility of housekeeping staff. Kitchens that are not kept clean may be closed for use. With the exception of using a small microwave oven to heat food, students are not permitted to cook in their rooms. Pet Policy
No pets except fish are permitted in student rooms. Students who are found with pets, whether visiting or owned by the student, are subject to an initial fine of $100 and a continuing fine of $50 a day per pet. Students receive written notice when the fine goes into effect. If, one week from the date of written notice, the pet is not removed, the student is referred to the Student Court.