The word “corruption” in paragraph 5 is closest in meaning to______
A.illegal activity
B.tolerance
C.government control
D.management

Which statement best summarizes the author’s point of view?
A.Ecotourism is a damaging trend that must be stopped.
B.Ecotourism is a way of protecting natural places.
C.Ecotourism causes some damage, but on the whole it benefits ecosystems.
D.Ecotourism will most likely become less popular in the future.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following question.
Water scarcity is fast becoming one of the major limiting factors in world crop production. In many areas, poor agricultural practices have led to increasing desertification and the loss of formerly arable lands: Consequently, those plant species that are well adapted to survival in dry climates are being looked at for an answer in developing more efficient crops to grow on marginally arable lands.
Plants use several mechanisms to ensure their survival in desert environments. Some involve purely mechanical and physical adaptations, such as the shape of the plant's surface, smaller leaf size, and extensive root systems. Some of the adaptations are related to chemical mechanisms. Many plants, such as cacti, have internal gums and mucilage which give them water-retaining properties. Another chemical mechanism is that of the epicuticular wax layer. This wax layer acts as an impervious cover to protect the plant. It prevents excessive loss of internal moisture. It also protects the plant from external aggression, which can come from inorganic agents such as gases, or organic agents which include bacteria and plant pests.
Researchers have proposed that synthetic waxes with similar protective abilities could be prepared based on knowledge of desert plants. If successfully developed, such a compound could be used to greatly increase a plant's ability to maintain health in such adverse situations as inadequate water supply, limited fertilizer availability, attack by pests, and poor storage after harvesting.

This passage deals mainly with _________.      
A.desertification                                                  
B.developing efficient plants
C.factors limiting crop production   
D.decreasing water supply

The notice should be put in the most conspicuous place so that all the students can be well-informed.
A.easily seen
B.beautiful
C.popular
D.suspicious

Cindy: “Your hairstyle is terrific, Mary!” - Mary: "______"
A.Yes, all right.
B.Thanks, Cindy. I had it done yesterday.
C.Never mention it.
D.Thanks, but I’m afraid.

When you have a small child in the house, you ______leave small objects lying around. Such objects _______be swallowed, causing serious injury or even death.
A.needn’t - may
B.should not - might
C.should - must
D.mustn’t - can’t

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.
BASKETBALL
Although he created the game of basketball at the YMCA in Springfield, Massachusetts, Dr. James A. Naismith was a Canadian. Working as a physical education instructor at the International YMCA, now Springfield College, Dr. Naismith noticed a lack of interest in exercise among students during the wintertime. The new England winters were fierce, and the students balked at participating in outdoor activities. Naismith determined a fast-moving game that could be played indoors would fill a void after the baseball and football seasons had ended.
First, he attempted to adapt outdoor games such as soccer and rugby to indoor play, but he soon found them unsuitable for confined areas. Finally, he determined that he would have to invent a game.
In December of 1891, Dr. Naismith hung two old peach baskets at either end of the gymnasium at the school, and, using a soccer ball and nine players on each side, organized the first basketball game. The early rules allowed three points for each basket and made running with the ball violation. Every time a goal was made, someone had to climb a ladder to retrieve the ball.
Nevertheless, the game became popular. In less than a year, basketball was being played in both the United States and Canada. Five years later, a championship tournament was staged in New York City, which was won by the Brooklyn Central YMCA.
The teams had already been reduced to seven players, and five became standard in 1897 season. When basketball was introduced as a demonstration sport in the 1904 Olympic Games in St. Luis, it quickly spread throughout the world. In 1906, a metal hoop was used for the first time to replace the basket, but the name basketball has remained.
The author mentions all of the following as typical of the early game of basketball EXCEPT
A.three points were scored for every basket.
B.running with the ball was not a foul.
C.nine players were on a team.
D.the ball had to be retrieved from the basket after each score.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.
BASKETBALL
Although he created the game of basketball at the YMCA in Springfield, Massachusetts, Dr. James A. Naismith was a Canadian. Working as a physical education instructor at the International YMCA, now Springfield College, Dr. Naismith noticed a lack of interest in exercise among students during the wintertime. The new England winters were fierce, and the students balked at participating in outdoor activities. Naismith determined a fast-moving game that could be played indoors would fill a void after the baseball and football seasons had ended.
First, he attempted to adapt outdoor games such as soccer and rugby to indoor play, but he soon found them unsuitable for confined areas. Finally, he determined that he would have to invent a game.
In December of 1891, Dr. Naismith hung two old peach baskets at either end of the gymnasium at the school, and, using a soccer ball and nine players on each side, organized the first basketball game. The early rules allowed three points for each basket and made running with the ball violation. Every time a goal was made, someone had to climb a ladder to retrieve the ball.
Nevertheless, the game became popular. In less than a year, basketball was being played in both the United States and Canada. Five years later, a championship tournament was staged in New York City, which was won by the Brooklyn Central YMCA.
The teams had already been reduced to seven players, and five became standard in 1897 season. When basketball was introduced as a demonstration sport in the 1904 Olympic Games in St. Luis, it quickly spread throughout the world. In 1906, a metal hoop was used for the first time to replace the basket, but the name basketball has remained.
The word "retrieve" in the third paragraph is closest in meaning to
A.reclaim    
B.get back    
C.get along      
D.reform

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following question.
Oxfam tries to send food to countries where people are suffering ______ malnutrition.
A.by                                       
B.of                            
C.for                            
D.from

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the most suitable response to complete each of the following exchanges.
Hoa is asking Hai, who is sitting at a corner of the room, seeming too shy.
- Hoa: “Why aren’t you taking part in our activities? ______”
- Hai: “ Yes, I can. Certainly”
A.Can I help you?
B.Can you help me with this decorations?
C.Could you please show me how to get the nearest post office?
D.Shall I take your hat off?