determination, she had learned to read and write, and 15 to become part of the leadership of the 16 .
Learning her story, Barrett was as 17 as I by this tiny woman’s achievements. His eyes were wet and there was a 18 of love and respect on his face. He had finally understood the importance of my work.
When leaving for home, Barrett even offered to stay 19 as a volunteer. My insides suddenly felt struck. This 20 achieved all I’d expected. Soon he will celebrate his 18th birthday. He’ll be a man. 1. A. comfort B. please
C. attract
D. educate
2. A. rough B. dangerous C. troublesome D. violent 3. A. little B. much
C. fast
D. slow
4. A. moving B. running C. climbing D. looking 5. A. too B. very
C. even
D. so
6. A. joking B. crying C. shouting D. smiling
7. A. patiently B. regretfully C. lightly D. cheerfully
8. A. ashamed B. disappointed C. determined D. surprised 9. A. took up B. went in for C. fought against D. called off 10. A. befriended B. disregarded 11. A. Thus B. Even 12. A. my
B. his
C. avoided D. recognized
C. Meanwhile D. However
D. her
C. our
13. A. asking B. interviewing C. arranging D. describing 14. A. brain B. wish C. will
D. health
15. A. appeared B. struggled C. hesitated D. failed 16. A. village B. city C. organization D. state 17. A. pleased
B. bored
C. puzzled D. touched
C. connection D. satisfaction
D. away D. trip
18. A. combination B. composition 19. A. in
B. behind
C. out
20. A. interview B. flight C. article Ⅵ. 阅读理解
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项。 The practice of magic includes special words, actions, and objects. Most magic involves a person called a magician, who claims to have supernatural powers.
Magic words. To work most magic, the magician sings or speaks special words in a certain order. These words are called incantations or spells. Some spells form prayers to demons(魔鬼), spirits, or other supernatural forces. Many societies believe the magic will not work unless the magician recites the spells perfectly. Other magic words have no meaning, though they supposedly possess power when spoken by a magician.
Magic actions accompany the words spoken in performing much magic.
Many of these movements act out the desired effect of the magic. For example, a magician trying to make rain fall may sprinkle(洒) water on the ground. The magician’s combined words and actions form a ceremony . Magic objects include certain plants, stones, and other things with supposed supernatural powers. Any such object may be called a fetish(物神). But this term often refers to an object—for example, a carving or a dried snake—honored by a tribe for its magic powers. Many tribes believe fetishes have magic power because spirits live in these objects.
Many people carry magic objects called amulets（护身符）to protect themselves from harm. Many amulets are stones or rings engraved（雕刻） with magic symbols.
The magician. In some societies, nearly everyone knows how to work some magic. In other societies, only experts practice magic. Magicians may be called medicine men, medicine women, shamans, sorcerers, or witch doctors. In many societies, magicians must inherit their powers. In others, any person may become a magician by studying the magical arts.
Many societies believe magicians must observe certain rules and taboos (forbidden actions) for their spells to work. For example, they may be required not to eat various foods or to avoid sexual activity for a certain period before the ceremony.
1. What do magic words mean to people in some society? A. They have the power to kill devils.
B. They have power if magician recites the right spells. C. They have no effect at all.
D. They can be used whenever they want.
2. People believe magic actions will have an effect if they are accompanied by . A. the spells B. magic objects
C. stones or rings engraved with magic symbols D. medicine
3. Why do many people believe in a fetish?
A. Because it is often a ring which is worth a lot of money. B. Because it is carved with magic symbols. C. Because people think spirits live in it. D. Because it can help them with many things.
4. According to the passage what kind of person can become a magician? A. Only those studying the magical arts. B. Only those inheriting their powers. C. Only men.