1、Module 3Adventure in Literature and the Cinema(建议用时25分钟).阅读理解AA lot of us lose lifes tough battles by starting a frontal attackwhen a touch of humor might well enable us to win.Consider the case of a young friend of mine，who hit a traffic jam on his way to work shortly after receiving an ultimatum a
2、bout being late on the job.Although there was a good reason for Sams being lateserious illness at homehe decided that this by now familiar excuse wouldnt work any longer.His supervisor was probably already pacing up and down preparing a dismissal speech.Yes，the boss was.Sam entered the office at 9：3
3、5.The place was as quiet as a locker room；everyone was hard at work. Sams supervisor came up to him.Suddenly，Sam forced a grin and stretched out his hand.“How do you do！”he said.“Im Sam Maynard.Im applying for a job，which，I understand，became available just 35 minutes ago.Does the early bird get the
4、worm？”The room exploded in laughter.The supervisor clamped off a smile and walked back to his office.Sam Maynard had saved his jobwith the only tool that could win，a laugh.Humor is a most effective，yet frequently neglected，means of handling the difficult situations in our lives.It can be used for pa
5、tching up differences，apologizing，saying“no”，criticizing，getting the other fellow to do what you want without his losing face.For some jobs，its the only tool that can succeed.It is a way to discuss subjects so sensitive that serious dialogue may start a quarrel.For example，many believe that comedian
6、s on television are doing more today for racial and religious tolerance than people in any other forum.语篇解读幽默是一个很有用的工具，尤其在面对窘迫的局面时。1Why was Sam late for his job?ABecause he was ill.BBecause he got up late.CBecause he was caught in a traffic jam.DBecause he was busy applying for a new job.解析：选C细节理解题。
7、根据who hit a traffic jam on his way to work可知，交通堵塞才是他迟到的真正原因。2The main idea of this passage is _.ASam Maynard saved his job with humorBhumor is important in our livesCearly bird gets the wormDhumor can solve racial discrimination解析：选B主旨大意题。第一句即文章的主题句，全篇都在讲幽默的重要性。3The phrase“clamped off”in Paragraph 3
8、 means _.Atried to hold backBtried to setCchargedDgave out解析：选A词义猜测题。老板连辞退他的话都想好了，但Sam开的这个玩笑使人们哄堂大笑。而老板为了树立他的威严，仍然强忍住笑。故答案为A。4Which of the following statements can we infer from the passage?AMany lose lifes battles for they are lacking in a sense of humor.BIt wasnt the first time that Sam came late
9、for his work.CSam was supposed to come to his office at 8：30.DHumor is the most effective way of solving problems.解析：选B推理判断题。根据“.shortly after receiving an ultimatum about being late on the job.”我们可以了解到，Sam不止一次上班迟到了。BHealth，Wellness and the Politics of Food9：009：45 am.Blue TentPanelists：Jami Bernard
10、，David Kamp，Marion Nestle and Peter Singer.Hosted by Denise Grady，science writer for The New York Times.How does what we eat not only affect our bodies，but also the world？The food and nutrition experts debate the role that the diet plays in both personal and global health，and present a look at food
11、politics.Sports Writing：For the Love of the Game9：5010：35 am.Blue TentPanelists：Christine Brennan，Ira Rosen，Joe Wallace and Joe Drape.Hosted by WilliamCRhoden，sports writer for The New York Times.Whether catching that key moment of victory or defeat，or covering breaking news，sports writers are anyth
12、ing but audience.Listen as some professionals discuss the special experience in reporting of sports news.The Art of the Review11：1512：00 am.Green TentPanelists：John Freeman，Barry Gewen，David Orr，Celia McGee and Jennifer Schuessler.Hosted by Sam Tanenhaus，editor for The New York Times Book Review.How
13、 much of an effect does the book review have on book sales？Join this group of critics as they discuss the reality of book reviews and bestseller lists，and how they choose books for review.New York Writers，New York Stories3：003：45 pm.Green TentPanelists：Cindy Adams，Richard Cohen，Ric Klass and Lauren
14、Redniss.Hosted by Clyde Haberman，columnist for the City Section of The New York Times.Join this inspiring group of New Yorkcentric writers as they talk about why New York is a gold mine of ideas for their work.语篇解读文章主要介绍了四则活动的安排。5If you are free in the afternoon，you can attend _.AThe Art of the Revi
15、ewBNew York Writers，New York StoriesCHealth，Wellness and the Politics of FoodDSports Writing：For the Love of the Game解析：选B细节理解题。根据四项活动的安排时间可知，只有B项的活动时间是在下午。6Sam Tanenhaus is in charge of _.AThe Art of the ReviewBHealth，Wellness and the Politics of FoodCNew York Writers，New York StoriesDSports Writin
16、g：For the Love of the Game解析：选A细节理解题。第三项活动中提到了Hosted by Sam Tanenhaus，由此可知此人负责的是The Art of the Review。7All the four activities above _.Aare about writingBwill last 45 minutes eachCcan be attended freelyDwill attract many readers解析：选B细节理解题。四项活动的时间安排都各自持续45分钟。8We can learn from the text that _.Asports
17、 writers are a type of audienceBThe New York Times is popularCDenise Grady will discuss politicsDbook reviews may affect book sales解析：选D推理判断题。根据第三项活动中的“How much of an effect does the book review have on book sales？”可推断，书评可能影响书的销售。.阅读填句Scientists have found that although our genes and circumstances m
18、atter，a huge number of the variations in happiness between us come from our choices and activities. The following are simply several areas that tend to make a big difference to peoples happiness. _1_Caring about others is fundamental to our happiness. Helping other people is not only good for them；i
19、ts good for us too. It makes us happier and can help to improve our health. Giving also creates stronger connections between people and helps to build a happier society for everyone. Take a positive approach. Positive emotionslike joy，gratitude，satisfaction，inspiration and pridedont just feel good w
20、hen we experience them. _2_ So although we need to be realistic about lifes ups and downs，it helps to focus on the good aspects of any situationthe glass half full rather than the glass half empty. Be comfortable with who you are. _3_ Learning to accept ourselves and being kinder to ourselves when t
21、hings go wrong will increase our enjoyment of life. It also helps us accept others as they are. Ask a trusted friend or colleague to tell you what they think your real strengths are. _4_Be part of something bigger. People who have meaning and purpose in their lives are happier. They also experience
22、less stress，anxiety and depression. _5_ It might come from doing a job that makes a difference，or spiritual beliefs，or our family. The answers vary from each of us but they all involve being connected to something bigger than ourselves. ANobody is perfect.BDo things for others.CTry to make more use
23、of these.DGive them a call or offer your support.EBut where do we find meaning and purpose?FOur broader social networks bring a sense of belonging.GThey also help us perform better，and improve our physical health.语篇解读文章主要介绍了专家们发现尽管我们的基因和环境对我们有很多影响，但是我们的选择和活动也会很大程度上影响我们的幸福。1解析：选B此空位于段落标题位置，应是段落大意的总结，第二段主要提到了帮助别人，故选B。2解析：选G前一句提到了积极情绪的作用，G项更深入地讲述了积极情绪对我们自身的益处，故选G。3解析：选A根据本段内容以及空后一句可知选A，“没有人是完美的”作为首句概括本段，符合语境。4解析：选C根据前一句提到了real strengths可推知该句应是建议学会利用这些长处，故选C。5解析：选E根据本段第一句以及空后的一句可推知该句应是承上启下的句子，对比选项，故选E。
