Every artist knows in his heart that he is saying something to the public. Not only does he want to say it well, but he wants it to be something which has not been said before. He hopes the public will listen and understand what he wants to teach them, and what he wants them to learn from him. What visual artist like painters want to teach is easy to make out but difficult to explain, because painters translate their experience into shape and colors, not words. They seem to feel that a certain selection of shapes and colors, out of the countless billions possible, is exceptionally interesting for them and worth showing to us. Without their work we should never have noticed these particular shapes and colors, or have felt the delight which they brought to the artist. Most artists take their shapes and colors from the world of nature and from human bodies in motion and at rest’ s their choices indicates that these aspect of the world are worth looking at, that they contain beautiful sights. Contemporary artists might say that they merely choose subjects that provide an interesting pattern, that there is nothing more in it. Yet even they do not choose entirely without reference to the character of their subjects. If one painter chooses to paint a decaying leg and another a lake in moonlight, each of them is directing our attention to a certain aspect of the world. Each painter is telling us something, showing us something, emphasizing something--all of which means that, consciously or unconsciously, he is trying to teach us.

What is the project mainly concerned with?China Central Radio and TV University and TCL Group Co. signed an agreement to establish the Modern Distance Learning Cooperation Project in Beijing. Commerce. Education. Industry.

The police have offered a large ______ for information leading to the robber’s arrest. prize reward compensation award

Her performance in the last scene was fairly describable quite remarkable rather notable very noticeable

Nuclear power plants are some of the largest producers of ______ wastes, with each plant producing barrels of radioactive material that must be stored in special protective containers. reasonable special durable hazardous

To be frank, I’d rather you ______ in the case. were not involved not involved not to involved will not be involved

It was ______ she was sick ______ she didn’t come to attend the farewell party. because; why why; that since; that because; that

Salesgirl:______ Customer: No. I’d like a long-sleeved shirt in yellow, medium. Salesgirl: I think we’re out of your size. Customer: Well, can you get me one? Salesgirl: I think so. Check back next week. Can you help me? Is somebody taking care of you? What are you looking for? Can I help you?

Nadia: Welcome to Shanghai Hotel! Brown: My name is Brown. ______ Nadia: Yes, Mr. Brown. You reserved a single room for three nights. Brown: Yes, that’s right. I need a confirmation number. Mr. Smith just took the last one. I’d like to ask about my reservations. I would like to make a reservation.

Girl: Hi Paul--looking forward to your holiday? Boy: Oh, yeah--it’s going to be great. Though I’m a bit worried that I’ve packed the wrong clothes. I don’t think the weather’s going to be as good as I hoped. Girl: ______ Boy: That’s right--my first flight. Everything will be OK, isn’t it? You’re flying on Saturday, aren’t you? It’s far from here, as everybody knows. That’s a good idea, anyway.

Sandy: “Beats me“? What do you mean by that? Ruby: “I don’t know.“ Sandy: You don’t? ______ Ruby: Well, that’s not what I meant. “Beats me“ means “I don’t know“. Did you say you beat someone? You meant to beat me? Who do you think meant it? How come you said it then?

Scientists know that there are two basic approaches to prolonging for life. One approach is the【79】of the disease that generally【80】older people-disease such as cancer, heart attack and strokes.【81】is the delay of the process of growing old--the【82】of the body. In recent years scientific researchers【83】much time in the study of the process of aging. They believe that, within a few years, they will develop the knowledge and the【84】to delay the aging process for 10 to 15 years. The result will be that more people will live longer, more healthy lives.【85】, scientists believe that with the fight diet, exercise, medical【86】, and mental attitude many people can【87】100 years old. Gerontologists, people who【88】studies of the growing old, are investigating why body cells show and【89】die. They feel that delaying this slowing down process would help postpone death. In a number of American universities, scientists are【90】the activity of cells, the effects of diet and internal body temperature【91】aging. If their studies are successful, the results should help【92】the quality of life for older people in the next few years,【93】increase the life span of the next generation.

那位老妇人受了打击，需要安慰。

很难想像生活在一个没有电话，没有汽车的地方是什么样子。

BONA FIDE is to genuine as DE FACTO is to ______. together actual reason assumed

What job is the man doing?W: Why don’t you get a good job for a change? M: But I like my job. W: Look, digging gardens is not a job for a university graduate. M: But money’s not bad and there’s plenty of flesh air. W: If I were you, I’d go on some kind of course-teaching, accountancy. M: Accountancy? Anything but that. It’s so boring. W: Come on, you must really think of the future. Why don’t you just write a few application forms? M: I’ll tell you what. I’d like to be a doctor. W: Well, you should think very seriously about that. It means a lot of study, and then working all sorts of hours. M: Yes, maybe. But the idea appeals to me. W: Well, then, you ought to get more information about it as soon as possible. Doctor. Gardener. Accountancy.

What is the increase between the two anti-smoking campaigns?The European Commission will spend about ninety five million dollars over the next four years trying to prevent children and young adults from smoking. That’s a big increase on the twenty five million dollars it spend on its last anti-smoking campaign. $25 million. $70 million. $90 million.

The authors of the【21】note that as long as responsibility for childcare is with the women. They will remain【22】in the family. They also point out that concessions to women in the world of work often result in women being【23】into less well paid jobs. This already happens in regard to part-time workers who are paid a lower【24】wage than full-time workers. They point out that men have to square to their responsibility as fathers. The key they【25】is a change in men’s attitudes. However what was not【26】is that no matter how attitudes change, men are as【27】as individuals in regard to their working conditions as women are. With all the goodwill in the world they cannot change their employer/employee【28】, they cannot adjust their working hours to suit childcare just as women can. A more【29】conclusion would be that society at the moment, capitalism, does not want to accommodate any of the problems of childcare, preferring to leave it up to the individual to make their own【30】as best as they can.The authors of the (21) survey note that as long as responsibility for childcare is with the women. They will remain (22) trapped in the family. They also point out that concessions to women in the world of work often result in women being (23) compelled into less well paid jobs. This already happens in regard to part-time workers who are paid a lower (24) hourly wage than full-time workers. They point out that men have to square to their responsibility as fathers. The key they (25) emphasize is a change in men’s attitudes. However what was not (26) mentioned is that no matter how attitudes change, men are as (27) powerless as individuals in regard to their working conditions as women are. With all the goodwill in the world they cannot change their employer/employee (28) relationship, they cannot adjust their working hours to suit childcare just as women can. A more (29) fundamental conclusion would be that society at the moment, capitalism, does not want to accommodate any of the problems of childcare, preferring to leave it up to the individual to make their own (30) arrangements as best as they can.

It’s freezing outside; you’d better ______ black ice when you drive home. look down on check up on watch out for keep out

I don’t mind ______ a movie in my house very late, but I object to ______ about it so loudly. his watching; talk her talking about; tell their seeing; their talking your looking at; your speaking

Training is a costly exercise for any organization to undertake. It requires much though, the establishment of a regular training system,【72】. Employees undergoing it lose production time. There are, however, positive benefits to be gained; the obvious ones are that production will be more efficient, materials will not be wasted, and machinery will not be damaged. Good products, resulting from training,【73】. Some aspects of training benefit both the company and the individual worker. The achievement of good performance, for example, raises staff morale and cuts down aggravation. An increase in job satisfaction,【74】, will also be of benefit in reducing staff turnover. Training may also result in a more flexible workforce,【75】. This brings the possibility of greater efficiency for the supervisor’s planning and more interest for the worker. The employee can see positive benefits to be gained from undergoing training. He will more quickly become an experienced worker and so be able to achieve bonuses and/or promotion.【76】. A feeling of well-being results from acquiring skill and knowledge, and in turn being able to pass these to less experienced staff. As a motivator, successful training is very strong particularly where it leads to more money or status. For the full rewards of training to be gained, by both management and work force,【77】. Above all, a newly trained employee must be given opportunity, to use the newly acquired abilities under actual work conditions. Immediate practice and reinforcement will build on the basis of training already given, so increasing the benefits. This also adds to the general image of the company as a sensible caring organization, eager to make the best of their work force, and to offer opportunities.【78】, less stress, reduced staff turnover, more profit, increased customer satisfaction and expansion, then the costs will be more than justified. Sentences: A. it is essential that systematic planning be carried out B. It costs a lot of money of the company. C. If the financial investment in training made by the organization results in increased efficiency D. the preparation of trainers and allocation of their time E. Worries about the job will diminish as confidence increases. F. lead to prosperous business and financial benefits G. be able to transfer to a variety of jobs H. as well as leading to a higher quality of production

An artist hopes that the public will ______.

It is hard to explain what a painter is saying, because ______.

The writer says that contemporary artists might say their choice of subject ______.

The writer says that contemporary art contains ______.

Implied but not stated: