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Computer people talk a lot about the need for other people to become “computer-literate”.But not all experts agree that this is a good idea.
One pioneer,in particular,who disagrees is David Tebbutt,the founder of Computertown UK.Although many people see this as a successful attempt to bring people closer to the computer,David does not see it that way.He says that Computertown UK was formed for just the opposite reason,to bring computers to people and make them “people-literate”.
David Tebbutt thinks Computertowns are most successful when tied to a computer club but he insists there is an important difference between the two.The clubs are for people who have computer knowledge already.This frightens away non-experts,who are happier going to Computertowns where there are computers for them to experiment on,with experts to encourage them and answer any questions they have.They are not told what to do,they find out.The computer experts have to learn not to tell people about computers,but have to be able to answer all questions people ask.People don’t have to learn computer terms,but the experts have to explain in plain language.The computers are becoming “people-literate”.
36.Which of the following is David Tebbutt’s idea on the relationship between people and computers?
A.Computer learning should be made easier.
B.There should be more computer clubs for computer experts.
C.People should work hard to master computer use.
D.Computers should be made cheaper so that people can afford them.
答案：A 此题为理解大意题，从文章第二段可找到答案。信息句为:Although many people see this as a successful attempt to bring people closer to the computer,David does not see it that way.
37.We can infer from the text that “computer-literate” means .
A.being able to afford a computer
B.being able to write computer programs
C.working with the computer and finding out its value
D.understanding the computer and knowing how to use it
答案：D 此题为推理判断题，通读全文才能理解其含义。
38.The underlined word “it” in the second paragraph refers to the idea that Computertown .
A.help to set up more computer clubs
B.bring people to learn to use computers
C.bring more experts to work together
D.help to sell computers to the public
答案：B 根据上下句可找出此词所指代的意思。信息句为：Although many people see this as a successful attempt to bring people closer to the computer,David does not see it that way.
39.David Tebbutt started Computertown UK with the purpose of .
A.making better use of computer experts
B.increasing computer sales
C.improving computer programs
D.popularizing computers
答案：D 此题为细节题。信息句为：He says that Computertown UK was formed for just the opposite reason,to bring computers to people and make them “people-literate”.
B
Here are some advertisements taken from a newspaper.
(1)
Dear Drew Carter,
Your first year on this earth has been a pleasure ride for all of us.We love you!
Love,
Dad and mum
And many friends
(2)Lawlis-Clarke
The doctors Virgil and Marjorie are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Diane Susan Lawlis
to Mr Robert Brent Clarke,son of Mr and Mrs James Clarke of Herford,Texas.
(3)Isbell-Foss
Mr and Mrs David K.Isbell announce the marriage of their daughter Dang to Mr Stanley Foss,son of Mrs John Sipe of Ada,Minnesota.
The wedding will be in early April at Abiding Love Lutheran Church.
(4)Story-Kurio
Miss Stephanis Story and Mr Todd Warren Kurio were married on February 5,at half past seven o’clock in the evening at Highland Park Preabyterian Church in Dallas,Texas.The bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Herbert Brule Story Jr.of Dalla.The groom is the son of Mr and Mrs Gerald Stanley Kurio of Austin.
40.What would be the best title for the first advertisement?
A.We Love You.
B.Happy 1st Birthday.
C.One Year Old.
D.Our One-year-old Son.
答案：B 此题为总结归纳题，通过第二段可知。信息句为:Your first year on this earth has been a pleasure ride for all of us.
41.Lawlis and Clarke are going to get married .
A.in a church
B.where Clarke’s parents live
C.against their parents’ will
D.to Lawlis’ s parents’ joy
答案：D 此题为细节判断题，有文章第三大段可知。信息句为:The doctors Virgil and Marjorie are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Diane Susan to Mr Robert Brent Clarke,son of Mr and Mrs James Clarke of Herford,Texas.
42.Who are now a married couple?
A.Lawlis and Clarke.
B.Dang Isbell and Foss.
C.Story and Kurio.
D.The text doesn’t say.
答案：C 此题为细节判断题。信息句为:Miss Stephanis Story and Mr Todd Warren Kurio were married on February 5,at half past seven o’clock in the evening at Highland Park Preabyterian Church in Dallas,Texas.
43.Where may you find such advertisements?
A.In a local newspaper.
B.In a guiding book.
C.In a traveling book.
D.In a dictionary.
答案：A 此题为常识判断题。信息句为:Here are some advertisements taken from a newspaper.
C
Dear Mr Perkins,
We would like to introduce ourselves.Our company was organized only two years ago.But we are now one of the largest boat companies in California.As you know,your son bought a boat from us recently,and I think you know how pleased he is with our product.Also,John Webb,one of your son’s friend’s has bought a boat from us and,we understand,is very happy with his boat.We are always happy to know that our customers are satisfied.
We are writing to you now because,as you know,your son has decided to buy a larger boat,and we will need
your signature(签字) on the loan(贷款) papers.The loan application(申请) has already been signed by Danny.As you will see,there is one form to fill out,and there are three contracts(合同) to sign.Danny’s 26-foot boat was returned to our San Pedro Dock(码头) yesterday,and we are pleased to say that the new 36-foot “Challenger” will be delivered two weeks from today.It is being inspected by our manager right now.The auto-pilot(自动领航仪) has already been installed(安装) by our mechanic.It looks as though everything will be ready in time for delivery.All we need are the signed contracts from you.
Thank you.
Tony Valention
Salesman
44.This is a letter Mr Perkins received from .
A.Tony Valention in England
B.a boat company in California
C.Danny,a salesman in California
D.a bank manager in California
答案：B 此题为细节判断题，原文中第一段第二句和第三句可知道答案。信息句为:But we are now one of the largest boat companies in California. ←细节判断题，原文中第一段第二句和第三句可知道答案。
45.The main aim Tony wrote to Mr Perkins is to .
A.tell him to sign the contacts
B.thank him for buying a new boat
C.tell about something of his company
D.ask him to pay for his boat right away
答案：A 通读全文之后，文章最后一段最后一句话可印证答案。信息句为:All we need are the signed contracts from you.
46.It seems that John Webb is .
A.another salesman
B.a good friend of Mr Perkins
C.one of Danny’s friends
D.a friend of Tony Valention
答案：C 由文章所给信息可知。信息句为:Also,John Webb,one of your son’s friend’s has bought a boat from us.
47.Which of the following statements is NOT true?
A.The new boat is thirty-six feet long.
B.The company will deliver the new boat in two weeks.
C.The auto-pilot has already been installed so far.
D.The new contracts have been signed but not sent back.
答案：D 此题为是非判断题，通过文章最后一句话可知合同还没签，正准备签订。
48.From the lines we can see that the boat company .
A.isn’t an old one
B.is a world-famous one
C.is developing slowly
D.has to advise customers to buy its boats
答案：A 此题为细节判断题，文中第一段第二句可知道答案。信息句为:We would like to introduce ourselves.Our company was organized only two years ago.
D
Industrial pollution is not only a problem for the countries of Europe and North America.It is an extremely serious problem in some developing countries.For these countries,economic growth is a very important aim.They want to introduce industries,and so they put few controls on industries which cause pollution.
Cubatao,an industrial town of 85 000 people in Brazil,is an example of the connection between industrial development and pollution.In 1954,Cubatao had no industry.Today it has more than twenty large factories,which produce many pollutants（污染物）.The people of the town are suffering from the poisonous matters in their surroundings,and the bad effects can be clearly seen.Birth shortcomings are extremely common.Among children and grown-ups,lung problems are sometimes twelve times more common in Cubatao than in other places.
It is true that Brazil,like many other countries,has laws against pollution,but these laws are not carried out strictly enough.It is cheaper for companies to take no notice of the laws and pay the fines(罚款) than to buy the expensive equipment that will reduce the pollution.It is clear,therefore,that economic growth is more important to the government than to the health of the workers.
However,the responsibility(责任) does not completely lie with the Brazilian government.The example of Cubatao shows that international companies are not acting in a responsible way either.A number of the factories in the town are owned by large companies from France,Italy,and the U.S.They are doing things in Brazil that they would not be able to do at home.If they caused the same amount of pollution at home,they would be severely(严厉的) punished or even put out of business.
49.Developing countries don’t have strict pollution controls because
A.the industries they want to introduce do not cause much pollution
B.pollution is not a serious problem or developing countries
C.they don’t realize that the balance of nature will be destroyed by some pollutants
D.if they put stricter controls on industry,fewer companies would build new plants in developing countries
答案：D 此题为细节判断题，由第一段第四句可知。信息句为:They want to introduce industries,and so they put few controls on industries which cause pollution. ←细节判断题，由第一段第四句可知。
50.The author’s purpose in naming Cubatao is to show that .
A.industry can develop very fast in developing countries
B.the pollution problem in Brazil is extremely serious
C.industrial growth can cause pollution problems for developing countries
D.pollution is killing many people and destroying the whole economy of Brazil
答案：C 此题为细节判断题，由第二段第一句可知。信息句为:In 1954，Cubatao had no industry.Today it has more than twenty large factories,which produce many pollutants（污染物）. ←细节判断题，由第二段第一句可知。
51.How is the health of the population Cubatao?
A.There are more heart diseases among people who live near chemical factories.
B.More people suffer from lung diseases because of poisonous matters.
C.Their health is affected by pollutants the same way as that of other Brazilians.
D.Babies there are found not as bright as those who live in other places.
答案：B 此题为细节判断题，由第二段可知。信息句为:The people of the town are suffering from the poisonous matters in their surroundings. ←细节判断题，由第二段可知。
52.Some foreign companies like to set up their plants in Brazil because they .
A.think Brazil is suitable for them to invest(投资) in
B.will not be severely punished if they cause pollution in Brazil
C.can make much money and they do not have to pay Brazilian workers much
D.can act in an irresponsible way in Brazil where there are no pollution laws
答案：B 此题为推断题，由第三段第一、二句可知。信息句为:It is true that Brazil,like many other countries,has laws against pollution,but these laws are not carried out strictly enough.和They are doing things in Brazil that they would not be able to do at home.If they caused the same amount of pollution at home,they would be severely(严厉的) punished or even put out of business. ←推断题。由第三段第一、二句可知。