Monty Python's Flying Circus was a popular television show back then. The actors brought the best British humour(幽默)into our Canadian lives. Mr. Stevens would often act out one of their skits in front of the class. Some thought he was strange, and I guess he was, but he knew how to make a math lesson interesting.
12.What was the unique style of Mr. Stevens teaching, according to the author?
A. He was strict with the students. B .He taught the students to learn on their own.
C. He treated each student equally. D. He brought English humor into class
13.Why did the author believe Mr. Stevens changed his life?
A. Because he came to like school from then on. B. Because he began to show interest in math.
C. Because he realized he could be a top student. D. Because he changed his attitude toward life.
14.What's the author's attitude toward Mr. Stevens?
A. Disappointed B. Doubtful C. Indifferent D. Respectful
15.The underlined word "skits" in the last paragraph probably means______.
A. funny performances B. wild animals C. famous actors D. important lessons
第二节 (共5小题; 每小题2分,满分10分)
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
As we "happen to be" the best creature in the world, it's our duty to look after other species (物种).Here are some points which might help to protect wildlife.
Join organizations like Greenpeace and World Wildlife Fund. They have devoted themselves to protecting the earth and its animals. Many volunteers join organizations like these and work for the environment.__16_
__17__ Don't buy something made from ivory (象牙) and things like this. Baby seals (海豹) are hunted for their skin, as it is used to make expensive coats. Don't buy them.
__18__ You can write a heartfelt and logical (合理的) letter to the government stating your ideas about this problem and how it can be solved.
Recycle (回收利用) and reuse. It will reduce the need to have more raw materials to produce something.__19__ And wild animals' home will not be destroyed.
Governments should create more safe zones and national parks for wild animals.__20__