Il. Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow. Circle A, B, C or D to indicate your answers. (1.0 pt)

The search for alternative sources of energy has led in various directions. Many communities are burning garbage and other biological waste products to produce electricity. Converting waste products to gases or oil is also an efficient way to dispose of waste.

Experimental work is being done to derive synthetic fuels from coal, oil shale and coal tars. But to date, the process has proven expensive. Other experiments are underway to harness power with giant windmills. Geothermal power, heart form earth, is also being tested.

Some experts expect utility companies to revive hydroelectric power derived form streams and rivers. Fifty years ago hydroelectric power provided one-third of the electricity used in the United States, but today it supplies only four percent The oceans are another potential source of energy. Scientists are studying ways to convert the energy of ocean currents, tides and waves to electricity. Experiments are also underway to make use of the temperature differences in ocean water to produce energy.

1. Which is the best title of the passage?

A. The Use of Water Productions for Energy.       

B. The Search for Alternative Sources of Energy.  

C. Efficient Ways of Disposing of Waste.             

D. New Discoveries in Geothermal Power.

2. Fifty years ago one third ofthe electricity in the United States was provided by.

A.        wind 

B. waste products

C. water     

D. oil

3. In the second paragraph, the phrase "synthetic fuels" could best be replaced which of the following?

A.        Biological fuels  

B. Low burning fuels   

 C. Fast burning fuels    

D. Artificial made fuels

4. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage as an alternative source of energy?

A.        Electricity 

B. Geothermal power 

C. Synthetic Fuels         

D. Burning of garbage

5. According to the author, the impracticality of using coal, oil shale and coal as sources of energy is due to.....

A.        their being time-consuming       

B. their being money consuming 

C. the scarcity of sources                    

D. the lack of technology

B. Read the passage then choose the most suitable answer for each question

The search for alternative sources of energy has led in various directions. Many communities are burning garbage and other biological waste products to produce electricity. Converting waste products to gases or oil is also an effective way to dispose of wastes.

            Experimental work is being done to derive synthetic fuels from coal, oil shale, and coal tars. But to date, that process has proven expensive. Other experiments are underway to harness power with giant windmills. Geothermal power, heat from the Earth, is also being tested.

            Some experts expect utility companies to revive hydroelectric power derived from streams and rivers. Fifty years ago hydro-electric power provided one-third of the electricity used in the United States, but today it supplies only 4 percent. The oceans are another potential source of energy. Scientists are studying ways to convert the energy of ocean currents, tides, and waves to electricity. Experiments are also underway to make use of temperature differences in ocean water to produce energy.

1.      Which is the best title for the passage?

A. The use of Water products for energy                         B. The search for Alternative sources of Energy.

C. Efficient ways of disposing of waste              D. New discoveries in Geothermal power.

2. Fifty years ago one-third of the electricity in the United States was provided by______.

A. wind                 B. water products                   C. water                      D. oil

3. In the second paragraph, the phrase “Synthetic fuels” could best be replaced by which of the following______.

A. biological fuels             B. low burning fuels   C. fast burning fuels   D. artificial made fuels.

4. Which of the following is not mentioned in the passage as an alternative source of energy?

A. Burning of garbage      B. Geothermal power  C. Synthetic fuels       D. Electricity.

5. According to the author, the impracticability of using coal, oil shale and coal tars as source of energy is due to______.

A. their being time consuming                  B. their being money consuming

C. the scarcity of sources                          D. the lack of technology

IV. Writing

A. Rewrite these sentences

1.      I haven’t gone to the supermarket for three weeks.

The last time….............................................................

2.      It took Mary two hours to travel to the countryside last week.

Mary spent.........................................................................................................

3.      During the English lesson, the light went out.

While we were…...............................................................................................

4.      Alcohol is bad for us, so are cigarettes.

Both....................................................................................................................

5.      He is too short to be a goalkeeper.

He isn't...............................................................................................................

6.      “Don’t make so much noise” the mother said.

The mother….....................................................................................................

7.      ''Have you finished reading the book, Mike?”

Alice asked…......................................................................................................

8.      Staying at home is better than going out in this wet weather.

I'd rather..............................................................................................................

9. Our crop don't grow fast because of the lack of rain.

If ..........................................................................................................................

10. Ha is the shortest girl in my class.

No girl..................................................................................................................

The search for alternative sources of energy has led in various directions. Many communities are burning garbage and other biological waste products to produce electricity. Converting waste products to gases or oil is also an efficient way to dispose of waste. Experimental work is being done to derive synthetic fuels from coal, oil shale and coal tars. But to date, that process has proven expensive.

Other experiments are under way to harmless power with giant windmills. Geothermal power, heat from the earth, is also being tested. Some experts expect utility companies to revive hydroelectric derived from streams and rivers. Fifty years ago, hydroelectric power provided one third of the electricity used in the United States, but today it supplies only four percent. The oceans are another potential source of energy. Scientists are studying ways to convert the energy of ocean currents, tides, and waves to electricity. Experiments are also under way to make use of temperature differences in ocean water to produce energy.

1.     What provided one third of the electricity in the United State fifty years ago?

Fifty years ago, hydroelectric power provided one third of the electricity used in the United States________________

2.     What could best replace the phrase “geothermal power” in the passage?

_________________________________________________

3.     Name three alternative sources of energy mentioned in the passage.

_________________________________________________

4.     According to the author, what is the impracticability of using coat, oil shale and coal tars as sources of energy due to?

_________________________________________________

5.     What is the best title of the passage?  ________________________________________

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II. Read the following passage and choose the correct answer.
The search for alternative sources of energy has led in various directions. Many
communities are burning garbage and other biological waste products to produce
electricity. Converting waste products to gases or oil is also an efficient way to dispose of
waste.
Experimental work is being done to derive synthetic fuels from coal, oil shale and coal tars.
But to date, that process has proven expensive. Other experiments are underway to
harness - power with giant windmills. Geothermal power, heat from the earth, is also being
tested.
Some experts expect utility companies to revive hydroelectric power derived from streams
and rivers. Fifty years ago hydroelectric power provided one third of the electricity used in
the United States, but today it supplies only four percent. The oceans are another potential
source of energy. Scientists are studying ways to convert the energy of ocean currents,
tides, and waves to electricity. Experiments are also underway to make use of the
temperature differences in ocean water to produce energy.
1. Which is the best title of the passage?
A. Efficient Ways of Disposing of Waste B. The Use of Water Productions for
Energy
C. The Search for Alternative Sources of Energy D. New Discoveries in Geothermal Power
2. In the second paragraph, the phrase “synthetic fuels” could best be replaced by which of
the following?
A. Biological fuels B. Low burning fuels C. Fast burning fuels D. Artificial
made fuels
3. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage as an alternative source of
energy?
A. Burning of garbage B. Geothermal power C. Synthetic fuels
D. Electricity
4. According to the author, the impracticability of using coal, oil shale and coal tars as
sources of energy is due to ___________ .
A. their being time consuming B. their being money consuming

C. the scarcity of sources D. the lack of technology their being
money consuming
5. The word “it” in the last paragrph refers to ____.
A. alternative source B. the United States C. hydroelectric power D. Electricity
6. What can be inferred from the last paragraph?
A. Hydroelectric power will be the main source of energy
B. Synthetic fuels will be the principal source of alternative energy
C. Alternative energy will come from a variety of sources
D. All alterenative production of energy will be delivered from water.

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 questions

In the twentieth - century, people depend on unlimited energy to power their everyday lives. A wide range of energy-run devices and modern conveniences are taken for granted, and although it may seem that we will never be in danger of living without those conveniences, the fact is that many supplies of energy are dwindling rapidly. Scientists are constantly searching for new sources of power to keep modern society running. Whether future populations will continue to enjoy the benefits of abundant energy will depend on the success of this search.

Coal, oil, and natural gas supply modern civilization with most of its power. However, not only are supplies of these fuels limited, but they are a major source of pollution. If the energy demands of the future are to be met without seriously harming the environment, existing alternative energy sources must be improved or further explored and developed. These include nuclear, water, solar, wind, and geothermal power, as well as energy from new, nonpolluting types of fuels. Each of these alternatives, however, has advantages and disadvantages.

Nuclear power plants efficiently produce large amounts of electricity without polluting the atmosphere; however, they are costly to build and maintain, and they pose the daunting problem of what to do with nuclear waste. Hydroelectric power is inexpensive and environmentally safe, but impractical for communities located far from moving water. Harnessing energy from tides and waves has similar drawbacks. Solar power holds great promise for the future but methods of collecting and concentrating sunlight are as yet inefficient, as are methods of harnessing wind power.

Every source of energy has its disadvantages. One way to minimize them is to use less energy. Conservation efforts coupled with renewable energy resources, such as a combination of solar, water, wind, and geothermal energy and alternative fuels, such as alcohol and hydrogen, will ensure supplies of clean, affordable energy for humanity's future. 

Which of the following can be inferred from the passage? 

A. Our present energy sources must be eliminated and replaced with alternative sources. 

B. Demands for energy in the future are likely to decrease

C. The search for alternative energy sources is not over

D. Alternative sources of energy on this planet are very limited

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 questions

In the twentieth - century, people depend on unlimited energy to power their everyday lives. A wide range of energy-run devices and modern conveniences are taken for granted, and although it may seem that we will never be in danger of living without those conveniences, the fact is that many supplies of energy are dwindling rapidly. Scientists are constantly searching for new sources of power to keep modern society running. Whether future populations will continue to enjoy the benefits of abundant energy will depend on the success of this search.

Coal, oil, and natural gas supply modern civilization with most of its power. However, not only are supplies of these fuels limited, but they are a major source of pollution. If the energy demands of the future are to be met without seriously harming the environment, existing alternative energy sources must be improved or further explored and developed. These include nuclear, water, solar, wind, and geothermal power, as well as energy from new, nonpolluting types of fuels. Each of these alternatives, however, has advantages and disadvantages.

Nuclear power plants efficiently produce large amounts of electricity without polluting the atmosphere; however, they are costly to build and maintain, and they pose the daunting problem of what to do with nuclear waste. Hydroelectric power is inexpensive and environmentally safe, but impractical for communities located far from moving water. Harnessing energy from tides and waves has similar drawbacks. Solar power holds great promise for the future but methods of collecting and concentrating sunlight are as yet inefficient, as are methods of harnessing wind power.

Every source of energy has its disadvantages. One way to minimize them is to use less energy. Conservation efforts coupled with renewable energy resources, such as a combination of solar, water, wind, and geothermal energy and alternative fuels, such as alcohol and hydrogen, will ensure supplies of clean, affordable energy for humanity's future. 

From the passage, it can be inferred that to solve our energy problems ________ . 

A. a combination of conservation and invention will be needed 

B. we will have to stop using many of our modern conveniences 

C. scientists will have to find ways to increase our supplies of coal, oil, and gas 

D. scientists will have to find one major source of nonpolluting energy 

II.  Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question.

     Many people still believe that natural resources will never be used up. Actually, the world’s energy resources are limited. Nobody knows exactly how much fuel is left. However, we also should use them economically and try to find out alternative sources of power. According to Professor Marvin Burnham of the New England Institute of Technology, we have to start saving coal, oil and gas before it is too late; and solar power is the only alternative.

     However, many people do not approve of using nuclear power because it’s very dangerous. What would happen if there was a serious nuclear accident? Radioactivity causes cancer and may badly affect the future generations. The most effective thing is that we should use natural resources as economical as possible.

1.  How much fuel left?

          A. there is a lot of fuel                       B. Let’s use it as much as we would like

          C. No one knows exactly                   D. It will never be used up

2.  According to professor Mavin Burnham,__________.

          A. solar power is the only alternative

          B. we have to save coal, oil, and gas

          C. A and B are incorrect

          D. A and B are correct

3.  Radioactivity from nuclear power                    .

          A. alters a new kind of energy

          B. is necessary to cure diseases

          C. can have good effects on the future generations

          D. causes cancer and has bad effects on the future generations

4.  We should use coal, oil, and gas                      .

          A. as much as possible                       B. carelessly

          C. as economically as possible           D. all are incorrect

5.  According to the passage, using nuclear power is                         .

          A. interesting        B. dangerous         C. safe                  D. cheap

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 questions

In the twentieth - century, people depend on unlimited energy to power their everyday lives. A wide range of energy-run devices and modern conveniences are taken for granted, and although it may seem that we will never be in danger of living without those conveniences, the fact is that many supplies of energy are dwindling rapidly. Scientists are constantly searching for new sources of power to keep modern society running. Whether future populations will continue to enjoy the benefits of abundant energy will depend on the success of this search.

Coal, oil, and natural gas supply modern civilization with most of its power. However, not only are supplies of these fuels limited, but they are a major source of pollution. If the energy demands of the future are to be met without seriously harming the environment, existing alternative energy sources must be improved or further explored and developed. These include nuclear, water, solar, wind, and geothermal power, as well as energy from new, nonpolluting types of fuels. Each of these alternatives, however, has advantages and disadvantages.

Nuclear power plants efficiently produce large amounts of electricity without polluting the atmosphere; however, they are costly to build and maintain, and they pose the daunting problem of what to do with nuclear waste. Hydroelectric power is inexpensive and environmentally safe, but impractical for communities located far from moving water. Harnessing energy from tides and waves has similar drawbacks. Solar power holds great promise for the future but methods of collecting and concentrating sunlight are as yet inefficient, as are methods of harnessing wind power.

Every source of energy has its disadvantages. One way to minimize them is to use less energy. Conservation efforts coupled with renewable energy resources, such as a combination of solar, water, wind, and geothermal energy and alternative fuels, such as alcohol and hydrogen, will ensure supplies of clean, affordable energy for humanity's future. 

The passage suggests that _______ . 

A. people use energy without giving great thought to where it's coming from 

B. modern society requires a minimum amount of energy to keep it running 

C. the search for energy sources is mainly a problem for the future 

D. scientists believe we will never have to go without our modern conveniences 

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 questions

In the twentieth - century, people depend on unlimited energy to power their everyday lives. A wide range of energy-run devices and modern conveniences are taken for granted, and although it may seem that we will never be in danger of living without those conveniences, the fact is that many supplies of energy are dwindling rapidly. Scientists are constantly searching for new sources of power to keep modern society running. Whether future populations will continue to enjoy the benefits of abundant energy will depend on the success of this search.

Coal, oil, and natural gas supply modern civilization with most of its power. However, not only are supplies of these fuels limited, but they are a major source of pollution. If the energy demands of the future are to be met without seriously harming the environment, existing alternative energy sources must be improved or further explored and developed. These include nuclear, water, solar, wind, and geothermal power, as well as energy from new, nonpolluting types of fuels. Each of these alternatives, however, has advantages and disadvantages.

Nuclear power plants efficiently produce large amounts of electricity without polluting the atmosphere; however, they are costly to build and maintain, and they pose the daunting problem of what to do with nuclear waste. Hydroelectric power is inexpensive and environmentally safe, but impractical for communities located far from moving water. Harnessing energy from tides and waves has similar drawbacks. Solar power holds great promise for the future but methods of collecting and concentrating sunlight are as yet inefficient, as are methods of harnessing wind power.

Every source of energy has its disadvantages. One way to minimize them is to use less energy. Conservation efforts coupled with renewable energy resources, such as a combination of solar, water, wind, and geothermal energy and alternative fuels, such as alcohol and hydrogen, will ensure supplies of clean, affordable energy for humanity's future.

It can be inferred from the passage that _______ . 

A. Many alternative energy sources are environmentally hazardous 

B. solar and wind power are not promising for the future 

C. most alternative energy sources have proven to be impractical 

D. nuclear power solves one problem while creating others