【文章內(nèi)容簡介】 d up in the dictionary because it is easier both to remember and to understand a word within a context (上下文). The examples also show that words are often used in many different contexts. For these reasons, we have included 40 per cent more examples in this new book. We edit all the examples to remove difficult words and to make sure they are easier to understand. We very much hope this new book will be of use not only to the students of English but also to the teachers. 36. The aim of the author in producing this new dictionary is to ________. A) correct mistakes in the old dictionary B) make it more helpful for students C) increase the number of words D) add pictures and photos 37. A word is easier to remember and understand if it is ________. A) included in a word list B) pronounced correctly C) explained in English D) used in a context 38. What is special about this new dictionary? A) It is small and cheap. B) It has a larger vocabulary. C) It has 40% more examples. D) It is designed for students and teachers. 39. The purpose of removing difficult words in the examples is to ________. A) understand B) provide more useful words C) introduce more contexts D) include more examples 40. The passage is most probably taken from ________. A) a letter to the editor B) a ment on a novel C) an introduction to a dictionary D) a newsreport in the newspaper Task 2 Directions: This task is the same as Task 1. The 5 questions or unfinished statements are numbered 41 to 45. What is the better way of staying away from the cold winter days? Come out to our Hall Markets in the beautiful countryside, full of color, fun, music and delicious food! With over 350 stalls (攤位) selling wonderful homemade and homegrown goods, this will surely be a great day out. The Hall Markets are held on the first Sunday of each month from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at Hall Village. They are operated by Hartley Life care Co. Ltd. All the ine will go to help and support service for (殘疾). Volunteers (志愿者) play an important part in the success and pleasant atmosphere at the Hall Markets. Hartley Life care is always grateful to have you serve as volunteers with the Hall Markets. If you are interested in being one of our volunteers and spending a few hours with us each month, please contact us during business hours on 6260 5555. 41. According to the passage, the Hall Markets are held ________. A) in the countryside B) to attract volunteers C) to promote winter sales D) by 42. There are over 350 stalls in the Hall Markets that ________. A) are operated by the disabled B) offer free food to volunteers C) sell homemade goods D) are open day and night 43. The ine made by the Hall Markets goes to ________. A) expand Hartley Life care Co. Ltd. B) support service for the disabled C) create more fun for customers D) develop local economy 44. When are the Hall Markets open? A) The first Sunday of each month. B) Every day from 10 am to 3 pm. C) The first day of each month. D) Every weekend in winter. 45. This passage is written for the purpose of inviting ________. A) tourists B) villagers C) businessmen D) volunteers 　　Task 3 Directions: The following is a letter. After reading