77. Globalization of sporting culture means that ______-
A. more people are taking up sports.
B. traditional sports are getting popular.
C. many local sports are becoming international.
D. foreigners are more interested in local sports.
78. Which of the following is NOT related to the massive changes?
A. Good economic returns. B. Revival
C. Communications technology. D. Marketing strategies.
79. What is the authors attitude towards the suggestion to change soccer into one of four 25-
minute quarters?
A. Favorable. B. Unclear C. Reserved D. Critical
80. People want to see higher-level sports competitions mainly because______
A. they become more professional than ever.
B. they regard sports as consumer goods.
C. there exist few world-class championships
D. sports events are exciting and stimulating.
Section B Skimming and Scanning [5 min]
In this Section there are seven passages with a total of ten multiple-choice questions.
Skim or scan them as required and then mark your answers on your answer sheet.
TEXT E
First read the following question.
81. The main purpose of the passage is to ________-
A. warn people of pickpockets. B. tell people what to wear.
C. describe how to catch thieves. D. explain how to contact the police.
Now, go through TEXT E quickly and answer Question 81.
Pickpockets operate in crowded places in the hope of getting easy pickings. Don't make
it easy for them. Keep wallets, purses and other valuables out of sight. If wearing a jacket,
an inside pocket is the best place to use. If not, your possessions are safest in a pocket with
a button-down flap.
Please co-operate with the police by reporting any crime or suspicious activity immedi-
ately, either by dialing 110 or calling at your nearest police station.
Text F
First read the following question.
82. The main topic of the passage is _________
A. agricultural products. B. irrigation methods.
C. natural resources. D. water shortages.
Now, go through TEXT F quickly and answer Question 82.
It is widely accepted that China is a country faced with severe water shortages. Insufficient water resources have slowed agricultural development. And to make matters worse,
some of the traditional Chinese irrigation methods have wasted an astonishing amount of water.
In China today, the utilization efficiency of farming water is about 30 to 40 per cent. This
figure stands in sharp contrast to developed country's utilization average of 70-80 per cent.
The low utilization efficiency has resulted from the adoption of some traditional Chinese irrigation methods.
Only by using modern irrigation methods can we reduce water shortage in agriculture.
One of the advantages of modern irrigation methods is that they alone can save 20-30
per cent of the present volume of wasted irrigation water.
TEXT G
First read the following question.
83. The letter is about _______
A. cities in South-east Asia. B. holiday greetings
C. sightseeing. travel plans.
Now, go through TEXT G quickly and answer Question 83.
May 5th 200_
Dear Mark,
Hello again! Here are my holiday plans. I'll leave on a tour of South-east Asia in August and will arrive in Singapore in September.
These are my travel plans:
August 28th London-Tokyo
September 1st Tokyo- Bangkok
September 4th Bangkok-- Singapore
September 7th Singapore-Manila
September 9th Manila-London
Looking forward to seeing you again.
Best Wishes,
Christopher
TEXT H
First read the following question.
84. Who will read the following except from a pamphlet?
A. Travelers.
B. Baby-sitters.
C. Insurance agents.
D. Traffic police.
Now, go through TEXT H quickly and answer Question 84.
DAY TRIPS
Even if you are only going on a trip to another country, accidents can happen. So
please make sure you have adequate travel insurance.
TAKE CARE IN WATER
Bathing will cool you but remember that fatal accidents can happen very easily and in the
most unexpected conditions. Adults should watch each other for signs of trouble when in
water. Children should always be supervised by an adult who can swim well. Young children
should never be left unattended near a stretch of water.
TAKE CARE ON THE ROADS
Traffic accidents are the major cause of death among travelers. Whether driver or
pedestrian, always check on local traffic regulations.
TEXT I
First read the following questions.
85. How many performances will the Irish dancing troupe give between June 23 and 25?
A. One. B. Two. C. Three D. Four
Whose works will NOT be played at the concert?
A. Chopin. B. Schumann. C. Beethoven. D. Liszt.
Now, go through TEXT I quickly and answer Questions 85 and 86.
Irish dance: The Irish International Dance Company, one of the most dynamic dance
troupes in the world, will tour China with its classic production" Spirit of the Dance-----the
New Millennium."
The dancers include such famous names as Patricia Murray, one of the Irish dancing
champions, and first-rate ballerina Claire Holding.
The dancers include such famous names as Patricia Murray,
Irish dancing
Sponsored by China National Culture and Art Company Ltd. , the dancing troupe will
give three performances at the Century Theatre.
Time: 7:30 pm. June 23--25
Place: Century Theatre, 40 Liangmaqiaolu,
Telephone: 6551-8888
Piano solos: twenty Chinese and foreign piano music works will be played by three
young, promising pianists from the China Central Conservatory of Music.
Programmes include: "Consolation No 3 in D-flat major" by Liszt, "For Elise' by
Beethoven, "Turkish March" by Mozart, "Waltz in C-sharp minor" and "A Minute Waltz" by
Chopin, and "Hungarian Dance" by Brahms.
Time: 7:30 pm, June 16
Place: Beijing Concert Hall,
Telephone: 6605-5812