Read the article and select the best answer. Article: Once there were two crows whose opinions were always opposite. One day, one of the crows said to the other, " You should realize, of course, that I can fly much higher than you." " Don't be ridiculous ." the other crow said. " Everyone knows that I can fly much higher than you." "No, you can't" the first crow said. "Yes, I can" the second crow replied, and the argument went on and on. At last they decided to have a contest to solve the argument. " We will compete to find out who can fly higher while carrying a bag" the first crow said. They argued for some time because of the size of the bag, but at last _ . Then there was a further argument about what each bag would be filled with. Finally, they agreed that the first crow would fill his bag with cotton and the second crow would fill his with salt. The first crow thought he was clever to agree to this, because salt is much heavier than cotton. At last they were ready for the contest. Holding their bag in their mouths, they flew into the sky. They had not been flying for long. However, when it began to rain- as the second crow had expected it would. Can you guess who could fly higher? Question: How many times did the two crows argue? Options: A: Once B: Twice C: Three times D: Four times
C

Read the article and select the best answer. Article: An elephant and a monkey were arguing. "Look, how big and strong I am!" The elephant said. The monkey disagreed, "Look, how fast I can run and climb! Can you?" At last they asked a wise tiger, "Which is better--to be strong or to be quick?" The tiger said, "Go across the river and pick the fruit on that tree for me, then I can tell." So they went to the river, but the water ran fast and the monkey was afraid. "Get on my back," said the elephant proudly, "I shall carry you." Soon they crossed the river. There stood the tree. But the fruit was too high for the elephant to reach. He also tried to pull the tree down, but failed. "Don't worry." The monkey climbed quickly up the tree, and picked the fruit. Then they returned and gave the tiger the fruit. "Which is better--to be strong or to be quick?" The tiger smiled, "Neither of you could get the fruit alone. It took both the elephant's strength and the monkey's quickness to get it." Question: The elephant and the monkey argued about _ . Options: A: who could climb faster B: whose skill was better C: how to be stronger D: where to pick the fruit
B

Q: Read the article and select the best answer. Article: Sports can help you keep fit and close to nature. However, whether you are on the mountains, in the waves, or on the grassland, you should realize that sport you choose might have great influence on the environment. Some sports are _ . Golf, as you may know, eats up not only large areas of countryside, but also lots of water. Besides, huge amounts of energy are used to keep its courses in good condition. This causes major environmental changes. For example, in the dry places of Portugal and Spain, golf is often held responsible for (...) serious water shortage in some local areas. There are many environment-friendly sports. Power walking is one of them that you could take up today. You don't need any special equipment except a good pair of shoes, and you don't have to worry about resources and your purse. Simple and free, power walking can also help you stay healthy. If you walk regularly, it will be good for your heart. Experts say that 20 minutes of power walking daily can make you feel less anxious, sleep well and keep thin. Whatever sport you take up, you can make it greener than by using environment-friendly equipment and buying products made from recycled materials. But the final goal should be "green gyms." They are better replacements for traditional health clubs and modern sports centers. Members of green gyms play sports outdoors, in the countryside or other open spaces. There is no special requirement for you to start your membership . And best of all, it's free. Question: Which of following does the author most probably support according to the passage? Options: A: Bicycling around the lake. B: Car racing on the road. C: Playing basketball in a gym. D: Swimming in a sports center.
A: A

Question: Read the article and select the best answer. Article: Last year I travelled to Paris by plane. I was very excited because I knew I would meet a lot of interesting people and see some amazing things there. On the night before I left, I was so excited that I couldn't sleep at all. When I sat on the plane the next day, I felt very tired. I wanted to have a good sleep during the 9-hour flight. Unluckily, there was a baby sitting next to me. It cried and screamed during the whole trip. How could I fall asleep with all of that noise? When I arrived in Paris at last, it was already 8 o'clock in the evening. I felt even more tired. After getting off the plane, I went to my hotel at once. I paid no attention to the beautiful evening scenery of Paris. I just wanted to have a good rest in my room. When I lay down on the comfortable bed, I fell asleep very quickly. A sudden noise woke me up at midnight. I didn't know what happened, so I turned on the light. What did I see? You wouldn't believe it! I saw two mice playing on the floor! What a terrible trip! Question: What did the writer see in the hotel room at midnight? Options: A: A mouse. B: A cat. C: Two cats. D: Two mice.
Answer: D

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Read the article and select the best answer. Article: My dad used to say he knew I would be a singer. When I was a baby, I was always singing loudly. Dad was a big sports fan, but he was happy I loved music. After dinner, Dad would often ask me to sing. He always said I sang I Will Always Love You much better than Whitney Houston! At every school concert he cheered me on. The look of pride on his face made me happy. My life was full of concerts, singing lessons and laughter. Though my mum and brothers helped me, they did not share our love for music. Our lives changed when Dad was told that he had cancer. We always hoped that something would happen and he would get better, but the doctors told us that they could not save him. About a week before my dad died, he fell into a coma . The nurses said even though Dad did not reply, he could still hear me. The nurses said I should sing him a song. I sang one of our favorites. As I sang, my dad gave a big smile, and clapped . I will always remember that smile. I was so pleased to know that Dad had heard me sing one more song. My dad died on May 14, 2000. It was hard to believe: he was so full of life. I don't know how to say how much I miss him. Now I have all the memories of him and his beautiful smile deep inside my heart. I will always know that he is listening from his front row seat in _ . He used to say: "Sing from your heart." My dad has been and will always be my hero. Question: Who did the writer think make her confident? Options: A: Whitney Houston. B: Her father. C: Her mother. D: Her brothers.
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B