1、120分)注意事项:1. 答卷前,考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。2. 回答选择题时,选出每小题答案后,用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时,将答案写在答题卡上,写在本试卷上无效。3. 考试结束后,将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。第一部分 阅读理解(共两节,满分40分)第一节 (共15小题;每小题2分,满分30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。A Everyone fancies a bargain; if it is free, everyone loves it even more!
2、 Those who do not believe in a free lunch can now eat their words because it is possible to get things for free in Singapore without any conditions attached. Let me introduce you to some tips on where and how to gain some free presents, all without even touching your wallet.FoodGo search for food fe
3、stivals and fairs. These food sellers usually put out a lot of small samples for all to try. Famous ones include the Singapore Food Festival held annually in the month of July at various locations including the Takashimaya Square and Plaza Singapura.HaircutsThere are well-known hair salons every mon
4、th that require hair models for apprentices(学徒) to exercise their skills or for their hair stylists(发型师) to experiment with new styles. Unbelievable as it might sound, most people come out of this experience satisfied and addicted to more of such deals. Free InternetMost hotels offer free wifi. Ther
5、e are also many cafes in Singapore that offer free wireless surfing. However, order a coffee to avoid unfriendly stares from the staff. Popular spots include the McDonalds, Starbucks andCafe Galilee outlets throughout our island. Free City Tour If you are a traveler in Singapore, the Singapore Touri
6、sm Board has arranged for you to enjoy a free two-hour city tour that offers you a choice to enjoy a Sentosa Island tour or a small-boat experience.Living and traveling in Singapore is expensive, but sometimes all it takes is a closer look at all the little sheltered comers of this island to appreci
7、ate the occasional treasures that are given to those who seek.1. Which of the following best explains the underlined part “all without even touching your wallet”?A. Free of charge. B. Free of worry.C. Free of pain. D. Free of tax.2. From which way does free “Haircuts” benefit hair salons?A. Advertis
8、ing their products.B. Attracting more customers.C. Developing their staffs skills.D. Building their reputation.3. In which part of a magazine can we read this text?A. Health. B. Economy.C. Education. D. Travel.【语篇解读】本文是说明文。文章介绍了在新加坡旅游或生活可以免费得到的服务和产品。1.A 【解析】词句猜测题。根据第一段中的Let me introduce you to some
9、tips on where and how to gain some free presents, all without even touching your wallet.可知,让我向你介绍一些关于在哪里和如何获得免费礼物的小窍门,所有这些都是免费的。文章首段画线部分前文get things for free in Singapore有提示,由此推知,划线部分是“免费”的意思。故选A。2.C 【解析】细节理解题。根据第三段中的There are well-known hair salons every month that require hair models for apprentic
10、es(学徒) to exercise their skills or for their hair stylists(发型师) to experiment with new styles. 可知,有一些著名的发廊每个月都需要发型模特为徒弟们练习技巧,或者让发型师尝试新的发型。由此可知,美发沙龙的学徒和发型师都可以通过免费“理发”来提高自己的专业技能。故选C。3.D 【解析】推理判断题。根据第一段中的Those who do not believe in a free lunch can now eat their words because it is possible to get thin
11、gs for free in Singapore without any conditions attached. Let me introduce you to some tips on where and how to gain some free presents, all without even touching your wallet.(那些不相信免费午餐的人现在可以食言了,因为在新加坡可以不附加任何条件免费得到东西。让我来给你介绍一些在哪里以及如何获得免费礼物的小技巧,所有这些甚至都不用动你的钱包)可知,全文主要讲在新加坡旅游时可享受的免费服务和产品,本文应属于旅游范畴。故选D。
12、BI stood outside my front door catching my breath. After a lazy Christmas holiday, I had to recover from climbing stairs with carry-on bags and a suitcase. I looked up and blinked. Red tape crossed the door. I didnt understand Hungarian, but the one English word said enough: “POLICE”.Google Translat
13、e told me I would be arrested if I entered, so I didnt. Finally, I called my rental agent. He went to the police station for more details.My agent returned with authorization to enter. Not only were my files undisturbed, but so were the TV and printer. The burglars had taken a few items from the top
14、 drawer as well as a small amount of foreign currency in the bottom drawer. Somehow they hadnt found the jewelry box in the third drawer.I was in shock. My agents words were fuzzy, something about fixing the locks tomorrow and making a list for the police.Then one day, I remembered that Id left anot
15、her jewelry box in the flat. My heart sank as I thought of another locket that had been in that box, a gold engraved one with a picture of my late honey Grandma inside. When I realized the box was missing, the whole experience seemed to crash down on me. I cried.At the end of January, I received a r
16、egistered letter from the police. The burglar hadnt been found, and the case was closed. I slept with my purse by my bed. I hid my laptop when I showered. And then another challenge rose. I was unexpectedly laid off.Then one July night, I reached into my third drawer, pulled out my jean shorts, and heard a small thud. I looked down and blinke
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