第三部分 阅读理解(共15题;每小题2分，满分30分)

请认真阅读下列短文，从短文后每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项, 并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

A

In America, after middle school comes high school, which includes grades 9 through 12. Students are required to take certain subjects like English，social studies, math, science, and physical education. In addition，they choose among elective (可选修的) subjects to complete their high school education. Electives include subjects in technology, music, art, and foreign languages.

Each student in the school has their own locker for books and personal items, which saves students from carrying textbooks, and allows students a small space they can decorate with posters and favorite objects.

Cheating in any form is strictly prohibited in American schools. And in fact, a student caught in plagiarism(剽窃) faces serious punishment.

Each school holds certain activities for the entire school body, such as homecoming, prom(正式舞会) night, holiday celebrations, etc.

While homecoming is celebrated differently at each school, it usually includes a parade and the crowning of the Homecoming King and Queen, and ends with a football game and school dance. The prom is a formal dance for students in grades 11 and 12, and is generally accepted as the most important social event of the school year. It can also be a time of anxiety，as boys have to work up the courage to ask a date to the prom, and girls hope the right boy invites them.

Most high schools have at least one sports team that competes in local events, and all students are encouraged to take part in sports.

Many high school students have part-time jobs by the age of 15 or 16, some even earlier. their first jobs are often babysitting or cutting lawns, but later they will likely get a job at a fast-food restaurant, video store, or clothing shop.

Sixteen years old is the legal driving age in most states, and students usually want to own a car as soon as they can. Many teenagers feel it’s a necessity to own a car, and will do whatever it takes to be able to drive.

56. The underlined word “prohibited” in the third paragraph can be replaced by “_______”.

A. dropped         B. agreed        C. not encouraged         D. not allowed

57. Which of the following shows the structure of the passage?

A. ①②/ ③④⑤/ ⑥⑦⑧        B. ①②③/ ④⑤⑥/ ⑦⑧

C. ①②③/ ④⑤/ ⑥/ ⑦/ ⑧      D. ①/ ②③④⑤/ ⑥⑦/ ⑧

58. From the short passage we can infer that

A. All high schools hold some activities for students every year, like homecoming.

B. American parents usually buy cars as graduation presents for their children.

C. If the American boys and girls can earn enough money they can buy a used car to drive.

D. High school students must have part-time jobs by the age of 15 or 16.

B

Smile, when making an introduction.

Every day we meet people in a number of business and social situations. And the way we meet and greet them creates an impression. It’s important to do so in a proper way, no matter whether you are introducing yourself to someone, or introducing two people to each other. To keep you aware of this, we have gathered tips on how to make a proper introduction.

◎Always stand when making an introduction.

When you are seated and someone comes up to greet you, make the effort to stand up. By doing this, you show respect for yourself and for the other person.

◎Always maintain eye contact while making an introduction.

Many people are not aware of the value of this simple action. When you make eye contact you are giving a confident image.

◎Always introduce a person of lesser authority to one of greater authority. The most important thing to remember is to say the most important person’s name first.

For example, when introducing your supervisor to a job candidate, you would give your supervisor’s name first. "Bob Jones, may I introduce Susan Lee, who has just graduated from ABC University?"

◎In a situation where rank is unimportant, an introduction is based on sex and age. A man is presented to a woman and a younger woman to an older woman.

What if you find yourself in a situation where you have forgotten the other person’s name? Start with a handshake and reintroduce yourself. By doing this, you will usually cause the other person to do the same.

However, if the other person does not take your suggestion, it is OK simply to apologize and let the person know that you cannot remember her or his name. This is not the ideal situation, of course, but it does happen to all of us. The other person should be forgiving.

59. The article gives you advice on _________.

A. how to make a self-introduction

B. how to make a proper introduction

C. how to leave a good impression on people

D. how to greet people in social situations

60. According to the passage, people will think you are ______ if you don’t make eye contact with them.

A. not honest   B. not confident   C. shy   D. unfriendly

61. What should you do when you introduce a new worker to your boss?

A. You should not give your boss’ name.

B. You should give the new worker’s name first.

C. You needn’t give your boss’ name.

D. You should give your boss’ name first.

62. If you forget the other person’s name, you’d better ________.

A. ask him/her directly

B. apologize first and then ask him/her

C. shake hands with the person and reintroduce yourself

D. consider his age first