编辑: 飞鸟 | 2015-10-01 |
第一节(共10个小题;
每小题2.5分,满分25分) 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑. A Handles Franklin, who plays guard for the Harlem Globetrotters, is well-known for his amazing skills at handling a basketball. Whether it'
s dribbling(运球) a ball while lying on the floor and spinning around or shooting the ball from half court, facing backward on his knees, Franklin and his teammates are sure to amaze basketball fans of all ages when the world-famous team makes a stop at the Greensboro gym at
2 p.m. on Sunday. During its visit to Greensboro, Franklin said the team will travel around to different schools, teaching and encouraging children to stay in school and strive for their dreams. As a team, we try to be a positive influence to children, Franklin said in a phone interview on Tuesday afternoon. I believe that our greatest strength is the ability to emotionally connect with everyone in the crowd. Education is the most important key to success. You always need something to fall back on, Franklin said. He has earned a bachelor'
s degree, along with a master'
s degree in social work. He explained that winning is not everything. Nobody is perfect. We play to entertain people and influence lives, he said. One of the biggest misconceptions about the Harlem Globetrotters, Franklin said, is that they are an all-African-American team. This is not true. He explained that there are actually two Caucasian people and a Hispanic male, along with a female player. Since joining the Globetrotters, Franklin explained that it has given him an appreciation for life and a desire to be the best person he can. The Globetrotters are more than a basketball team;
they are a group of diverse individuals who are committed to making a difference in people'
s lives. Tickets range from $15 to $95 and can be purchased at all Ticketmaster outlets, by calling (800)745567-3000142 or by visiting www.ticketmaster.com. For more information, visit www.harlemglobetrotters. com. 21. The players of the Harlem Globetrotters ______. A. don'
t take part in real matches B. entertain fans with amazing skills C. all have received a good education D. teach people basketball skills for free 22. According to Handles Franklin, A. knowledge means a lot whatever one does B. his success comes from his self-confidence C. they never mind whether they'
ll win or not D. the purpose of people'
s life is to succeed 23. What can we know about the Harlem Globetrotters? A. It'
s a circus team rather than a sports team. B. Most of its players come from African countries. C. It plays only one game in Greensboro. D. Its aim is to bring changes to people'
s lives. 24. What is the text mainly intended to serve as? A. a comment B. a biography C. an advertisement D. a business letter B Alzheimer'
s disease is mostly a condition of old age. Since life expectancy is getting longer around the world, the number of people affected by the brain disease is expected to increase greatly in some countries by the middle of the century. People with Alzheimer'
s often have other medical needs that require the services of numerous health care professionals. The caregivers often have a hard time keeping up with all the medical information. More and more family members are being called on to help care for loved ones with Alzheimer'
s. It is a responsibility for which most people are unprepared. This is why the Hebrew Home, a private non-profit health care group in Riverdale, New York, developed an iPhone and iPad application called Balance. The app offers caregivers advice on recognizing symptoms and on feeding, bathing and providing a healthy environment for patients. It can be bought on the Internet for four dollars. David Pomeranz is Hebrew Home'