[单选题]It is reported in today′s newspaper thatwhoever helps to catch the robber will be offered a(n) ___________ of $10,000.
A.award
B.reward
C.allowance
D.prize

[Part III Reading Comprehension]

What does the author think of today's economic situation?

A.may worsen without further stimulation.
B.will see a rebound sooner or later.
C.has not gone from bad to worse.
D.does not give people reason for pessimism.

[不定项选择题]共用题干 Superstition

1.Most of today's superstitious beliefs can be traced back to those of primitive people who had no understanding of the laws of nature.They are surrounded by mysteries一lightening,rain,birth and death,to mention only a few. The apparent miracle of a flower growing from a tiny seed or an egg becoming a bird surely proved there were unseen spirits around.But since life in those times was hard and full of danger,primitive man decided there were more bad spirits than good ones.His problem was to figure out how to keep the evil spirits happy and satisfied and would not harm him. Thus out of ignorance and fear came superstition.
2.Ancient people also had great faith in magic.They believe that a wish made while looking at or touching something connected with good fortune would come true.For example,the rabbit's foot became a good luck charm because of the high regard in which rabbits were held by primitive people.These people were very impressed by how swiftly rabbits ran with their strong feet. Thus their legs came to be looked upon as a powerful charm against evil forces.
3.Counter-magic is a highly regarded form. It is to say or do something that was the opposite of what was really wanted.This was supposed to change bad luck to good luck.Even today some people carry an umbrella in the hope that this will keep the rain from falling. This works very well if the day happens to be dry.
4.Every country or section of world has its own beliefs and superstitious customs.In primitive parts of Africa the witch doctor is common.In some parts of Europe,and in many other places,people fear the evil that they believe is directed towards them by the eyes of certain people.Many charms and signs are used to ward off the effect of the evil eyes.Most countries also have their favorite"little people"or fairies.They are sometimes naughty,kind,and sometimes helpful.They can be blamed for all misfortunes or anything that goes wrong.
5.There are few people even today who are completely free of superstitious beliefs.In spite of facts and common sense,old tales have continued to influence people's thoughts and actions.On the other hand,if having a lucky charm in your pocket adds a feeling of confidence,keep it there.But realize that it has no power outside of what your thinking gives it.Much of the old folk beliefs have the charm of fairy tales.Have fun with them and enjoy them,but don't take them seriously. A lucky charm makes those who believe it_______.
A.feel confident
B.blindness and dread
C.lack of knowledge
D.have superstitious beliefs
E.fairies or little people
F.defend evil spirits

[单选题]Today is Jenny’s wedding day.She_______to Thomas.
A.just has got married
B.has just married
C.was just married
D.has just got married

[单选题]The newspaper did not mention the degree of the damage caused by the fire.
A.range
B.level
C.extent
D.quantity

[单选题]The newspaper did not mention the degree of the damage caused by the fire.
A.range
B.level
C.extent
D.quantity

[单选题]The newspaper did not mention the degree of the damage caused by the fire.
A.range
B.level
C.extent
D.quantity

[单选题]Susan reported her loss and gave all necessary particulars to police.
A.details
B.happenings
C.peculiarities
D.qualification

[填空题]I subscribe（ ）one daily newspaper and one weekly magazine. to

[不定项选择题]共用题干 The Great Newspaper War
Up until about 100 years ago,newspapers in the United States appealed only to the most se-rious readers.They used______(51)illustrations and the articles were about politics or busi- ness。
Two men changed that-Joseph Pulitzer______(52)The New York World and Randolph Hearst of The New York Journal.Pulitzer bought The New York World______(53)1883.He changed it from a traditional newspaper into a very______(54)one overnight.He added
______(55)illustrations and cartoons.And he told his reporters to write articles on______(56)crime or scandal they could find. And they did.One of them even pretended she was crazy and then she______(57)to a mental hospital. She then wrote a series of articles about the poor treatment of______(58)in those hospitals.
In 1895,Hearst came to New York from______(59)California.He wanted The Journal to be more sensational and more exciting______(60)The World. He also wanted it to be.
______(61),so he reduced the price by a penny.Hearst attracted attention because his headlines were bigger than______(62).He often said,"Big print makes big news."
Pulitzer and Hearst did anything they______(63)to sell newspapers.For example,Hearst sent Frederic Remington,the famous illustrator,______(64)pictures of the Spanish-American War. When he got there,he told Hearst that no fighting was______(65).Hearst answered,"You furnish the pictures.I'll furnish the war." 64._________
A.draw
B.drew
C.to draw
D.drawn