The text is chiefly about______.

A . the scientific leadership of the U．S． B . the shortage of scientists in the U．S． C . the rapid globalization of science D . better communication and globalization

A．explain Jefferson' s ideas of democracy B．exalt Jefferson as an outstanding philosopher C．illustrate Jefferson' s influence on modem politics D．view Jeffersonian democracy under modern conditions

A．much more complex than B．much more simpler than C．much more beautiful D．the same as

A．a famous Italian physician B．a famous Italian inventor C．a famous Italian electrician D．a famous Italian novelist

A．the health benefits of afternoon naps B．the negative effects of sleep deprivation on health and worker productivity C．the importance of the siesta tradition in Spain and Latin America D．the siesta tradition and its health benefits

A．indicate the author"s opinion on the issue B．present convincing arguments in favor of one side C．warn about the possible outcome of one course of action D．provide a previously unconsidered perspective on the situation

A．news article B．column C．research report D．preface

A．People now have realized that the Internet will dominate our society completely. B．The Internet increases by 50% every year. C．The Internet will combine all the traditional media such as books, televisions and push them further. D．The Internet prevents individuals from developing new skills.

A．It is non-volatile B．It is erasable C．It is reprogramable D．It is reliable

A．emphasize the unnatural oppression inherent in the institution of slavery B．highlight the way the abolition of slavery in Great Britain differed from that in the U.S. C．underline the continued racism in Great Britain despite it's abolition of slavery D．discuss the influence of the 18th and 19th century children's literature on the debate over slavery in Britain

A．A vast majority of people support it. B．The minorities claim it to be a discriminatory policy. C．The minority students are more likely to welcome it. D．The Court's decision will certainly change people's attitude to it.

A．intended to issue a new ban on formidable firearms B．appeared indifferent to the expired ban on weapons C．was indefinite about the ban on assault weapons D．overlooked the constitutional right to own weapons

A．refute the notion that short-term rates will go up dramatically. B．justify the optimism of Wall Streeters towards economic recoveries. C．elaborate on the uncertainties of Fed's policy-making strategies. D．illustrate the balance between weakness and excessive growth.

A．the China-US relations B．the Nixon Library C．President Nixon D．the Youth Summit

A．how to cross the street B．how to be safe in your everyday life C．how to use the public phones

A．illustrate a fresco of Rustaveli B．demonstrate the western aid Georgia obtained C．indicate Georgia's golden age D．specify the scope of Georgia's lookout

？If a line is correct, write CORRECT on your Answer Sheet. ？If there is an extra word in the line, write the extra word in CAPITAL LETTERS on your Answer Sheet. Know the needs of' your audience. Put what you have to say in a logical sequence. Ensure your speech will be captivating up to 34 your audience as well as worth their time and attention. Practice 35 and rehearse of your speech at home or where you can be at ease 36 and comfortable, in the front of a mirror, your family, friends or 37 your colleagues. Use a tape-recorder and listen to yourself. Videotape 38 your presentation and analyze on it. Know what your strong and 39 weak points are. Emphasize your strong points during your presentation. 40 When you are presenting it in front of an audience, you are performing 41 as an actor is on stage. How much you are being perceived is very 42 important. Dress appropriately for the occasion, Be solemn if your 43 topic is serious. Present the desired image to your audience. Speak 44 slowly, enunciate clearly, and show off appropriate emotion and feeling 45 relating to your topic subject. Vary the tone of your voice and dramatize if necessary. (34)

A．Cuckoos—Bringer of Spring B．Cuckoos—Pest among Birds C．Cuckoos—Protector of Birds D．Cuckoos—Invader or Defender？

A．Indonesians are sensitive to password security B．young people tend to have secure passwords C．nag screens help little in password security D．passwords for credit cards are usually safe