【文章內(nèi)容簡介】 B. The death of Stephen Hawking. C. Early life of Stephen Hawking. D. Stephen Hawking and his work, D Garden parties arc one of the traditions that began in the United Kingdom and France a number of centuries ago. Both the British and French versions have roots in the weekend getaways that were enjoyed by the upper classes. In the afternoons and evenings, the grounds of the estates (房產(chǎn) ） would be softly lit with candles and lanterns, food prepared and set in long buffet tables for the guests, and fortable seating always within reach. People tended to dress up for these types of outdoor events, which made them quite a festive occasion. String bands often provided a graceful melody that served as one of the ways that the elegant tone of the occasion was set and maintained. Today, the concept lives on around the world. No longer just an event for the well to do, the garden party is a weekend gathering in many neighborhoods. Neighbors are invited to e enjoy the outdoors by attending a cookout, plete with plenty of grilled food, lots of seating, and usually plenty to drink. It is not unusual for a few simple games to be available as well, depending on the size of the space. Music does not necessarily have to be provided by a live band anymore, although some people prefer the chatter and laughter of people enjoying themselves to any type of musical acpaniment. The modem version can be very free form, or use a special occasion or theme as the basis for the event. For example, a birthday is a great reason to throw this type of party. Major patriotic holidays often provide the theme, with the decorations revolving around the national colors and other symbols. Fun times, such as Valentine’ s Day or and Easter egg hunt, can also be the reason for putting together a party. As long as the event takes place outdoors, has people to interact, and includes food and drink, the event is plete. 32. Why did the upper classes hold garden parties centuries ago? A. To entertain themselves. B. To get away from home. C. To show off their estates. D. To know other upper class people. 33. What do we know about garden parities that are held today? A. They are still held mainly for the rich. B. They have very different concepts now. C. They always have live band performances. D. They can be enjoyed by mon people. 34. What can we infer from the last paragraph? A. Garden parties have bee informal today. B. Garden parties have various themes today. C. Garden parties are usually held on birthdays. D. Garden parties are not always held outdoors. 35. Which of the following could be the best title for the text? A. History of Garden Parties B. Garden Parties Today C. Customs of Garden Parties D. Garden Parties 第二節(jié) （共 5小題 。每小題 2分，滿分 10分） 根據(jù)短文 內(nèi)容 ， 從 短文后的選項中選出能填入空白處的最佳選項。選項中有兩項為多余選項。 Scientists say eating less can slow the aging process of cells in the body. The researchers studied mice, not people. 36 One group was able to eat as much as it wanted. The other animals in the other group are limited to eat. Their diet had 35 percent fewer calories than the first group of mice. The mice with the diet restrictions(限制 )were more energetic and suffered fewer diseases. They were not just living longer, they seemed to stay younger for a longer period of time. When you restrict calories (in mice), there is a direct increase in lifespan the average age of the animal. 37_ But how? The researchers found that fewer calories slow down a natural mechanism in cells called ribosomes (呵 醣 體） . Ribosomes arc responsible for making important proteins in the cells. But with fewer calories, they slow down. 38 This, in turn, keeps cells and the entire body functioning well. Earlier studies have suggested a link between calorie restrictions and slowed aging. 39 Calorie restriction as a way to slow aging has not been tested in humans. But the main finding for people is the importance of taking care of our bodies. 40 And this may help us make better decisions about what we eat A. The less we eat, the healthier we are. B. Researchers studied two groups of mice. C. This finding is good news if you are a mouse. D. This gives the cells more time to repair themselves. E. The findings help to explain how exactly our bodies age. F. However, this is first to show how the ribosomes can influence aging. G. Calorie restriction caused real biochemical changes that slowed down the rate of aging. 第三部分：英語知識運(yùn)用 （ 共兩節(jié)，滿分 45分） 第一節(jié) 完形填空（共 20小題： 每 小題 ，滿分 30 分 ） 閱讀下面 短文 ， 從 短文后各題所給的 A、 B、 C和 D四個選項中 ， 選出可以填入空白處的最佳選項，并在答題卡上將該項涂黑 。 Many years ago, when we first went to Canada, we were driving through Montana to Colorado with our two children, then aged 8 and 11. As it was getting_41_we started looking for a hotel, only to find out that it was 42 time in that part of the country, and all the hotels were_43_. Finally, around 9 o39。clock in the evening, we 44 at a gas station to fill up on gas. My husband asked for a 45 book and told the woman at the counter that we were trying to find a hotel. She told us it would be 46