29. According to the passage, which of the following may NOT explain students’ unwillingness to take notes?
A. They believe smart phones are much safer for storing notes.
B. They want to listen more attentively in class.
C. They lack proper techniques for taking notes.
D. They want to have the exact version of the notes on the board.
30. According to the passage, taking notes by hand__________.
A. requires students to think independently
B. seems unsuitable for students to learn new ideas
C. proves to be an old and useless learning method
D. helps students actively participate in learning
31. What is the main idea of this passage?
A. The traditional way of note-taking should be replaced.
B. Note-taking by hand is not out of date.
C. A modern way of note-taking is catching on.
D. A picture is worth a thousand words.
D
The family does not feature heavily in the culture of the Ik of Northern Uganda. In fact, as far as the Ik are concerned, the family means very little. This is because the Ik face a daily struggle to survive in the face of drought, famine and starvation. Anyone who cannot take care of himself or herself is regarded as a useless burden by the Ik and a threat to the survival of the others. So the old are abandoned to die. Sick and disabled children too are abandoned. The Ik attitude is that, as long as you keep the breeding group alive, you can always get more children.
Ik mothers throw their children out of the village compound when they are 3 years old, to defend for themselves. I imagine children must be rather relieved to be thrown out, for in the process of being cared for, he or she is reluctantly carried about in a hide sling(背婴儿带) wherever the mother goes. Whenever the mother is in her field, she loosens the sling and lets the baby to the ground none too slowly, and laughs if it is hurt. Then she goes about her business, leaving the child there, almost hoping that some fierce animals will come along and carry it off. This sometimes happens. Such behaviour does not endear children to their parents or parents to their children.
Many of you probably reacted to the Ik with some horror and shock. It is very tempting to conclude that these people are primitive, savage and inhuman, and that their concept of the ‘family’ is deeply wrong. However, sociologists argue that it is wrong to simply judge such societies and their family arrangements as unnatural and untypical. We need to understand that such arrangements may have positive functions. In the case of the Ik, with the exceptional circumstances they find themselves in—drought and famine—their family arrangements help ensure the survival of the tribe.
Moreover, some of you may have concluded that British family life and the Ik have some things in common. British family is not universally experienced as positive for all family members. For some members of our own society—for young and old alike—family life may be characterized by violence, abuse and isolation.
The problem with studying the family is that we all think we are experts. This is not surprising, considering that most of us are born in families and socialized into family roles and responsibilities. It is an institution most of us feel very comfortable with and regard as ‘natural’. For many of us, it is a cornerstone of our social world, a place to which we can retreat and take refuge from the stresses of the outside world. It is the place in which we are loved for who we are, rather than what we are. Family living and family events are probably the most important aspects of our lives. It is no wonder that we tend to hold very fierce, emotional, and perhaps irrational views about family life and how it ought to be organized. Such ‘taken for granted’ views make it very difficult for us to objectively examine family arrangements that differ from our own experience—such as those of the Ik—without making critical judgments.
32. Which of the following ideas do the Ik hold according to the passage?
A. The survival of the tribe is what they should strive for.
B. The old are the luxuries they should treasure.
C. Their children should be abandoned when born.
D. The family is the centre of their life.
33. Which of the following will the author probably agree with in the case of Ik?
A. Mothers prefer to carry their children here and there.
B. The children are a great burden to their family.
C. The children enjoy warm relationship with their parents.
D. Many children should be left at the mercy of fierce animals in the field.
34. According to the author, both British family life and that of the Ik _____.
A. endear family members B. ensure longevity
C. experience ups and downs D.contain negative elements
35. All of the following statements support “family is the cornerstone” EXCEPT that ______.
A. we pour our bad mood upon our family members
B. we find we love and are loved in the family
C. we believe family is the top priority in our life
D. we turn to family as our harbour in heart
第二节 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。
While serious training is important for all dogs, playtime is just as important. 36 Use these games to help teach your dog how to play.
Hide and Seek
Hide and seek isn’t just for kids. Dogs can really enjoy this game. Pick up one of your dog’s favorite toys or treats. Tell your dog to stay. 37 When you are ready, call your dog to come to you. If possible, squeak(使吱吱叫) the toy or shake the treats. Reward your dog with praise and the toy treats when she finds you.
Fetch
Many dogs have a natural ability to fetch. Other dogs can be taught how. 38 Play indoors with a soft toy or outdoors in a fenced-in area with a ball or disc. For dogs that really love to run, try this game of fetch!
Find the Treat
Dogs have superior senses of smell, and most love to use their noses to find food. Let your dog use her brain and her nose to find hidden goodies. First, have your dog stay out of sight. Then，hide her favorite treats in different places around the room. 39 If help is needed，you can lead her around or point to areas for her to explore.
Whatever the game, safety comes first! Remember to watch your dog for signs of exhaustion or overheating when you are playing. Stop if your dog seems tired or shows signs of anxiety.
40 When other dogs or people are around, it may create a dangerous distraction (分神).
A. You can include games in training as well.
B. Try different games to see which your dog responds to best.
C. A good game of fetch can be played almost anywhere.
D. Then, go to find a good hiding place.
E. Bring your dog back in and tell her to “go find!”
F. Encourage your dog to play with other dogs.
G. Also be aware of your surroundings when playing with your dog.
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