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41. The most heated rivalry in baseball games could be the Yankees versus the Red Sox. Their story could be traced back to 1901 when both teams became members of the American League. At first, Red Sox enjoyed more success than the Yankees, winning the first-ever World Series title in 1903, and another four by 1918. ____________ The Red Sox sold a pitcher, whose nickname is “the Bambino”, to the Yankees in 1920. As a result, Ruth went on to help his new team win ten World Series titles and establish the Yankees as baseball’s top team. “The curse of the Bambino” has been well-known since then. (A) A terrible mistake was made and changed all that. (B) This history seemed to put Yankees at a psychological disadvantage. (C) For over a century, these two teams have battled like two fighters. (D) Baseball fans were looking forward to the renewal of the great rivalry.

42. Most biofuels are made from agricultural products such as corn, wheat, sugarcane, and palm oil. Wastes such as fats and cooking oils from restaurants can be collected and recycled into a biofuel, too. They are all renewable. Advocates of biofuels claim that using biofuels instead of regular fuels decreases the emissions of some greenhouse gases. However, some studies show that using biofuels increases the emission of nitrogen oxide, a notorious greenhouse gas. ____________ At present, whether biofuels can be called the next great energy source is still controversial. (A) Farmers benefit greatly from the huge demand for biofuels. (B) Do the advantages of biofuels outweigh the disadvantages? (C) That sounds like fantasy. (D) Poor people barely have enough money to buy agricultural products.

43. The discovery of life beyond Earth would transform not only our belief systems but also our entire world view. For in a sense, the search for extraterrestrial life is really a search for ourselves ─ who we are and what our place is in the cosmos. In fact, the idea that we are not alone in the universe may start long ago in human history. ____________ (A) Nevertheless, astronomers increasingly suspect that other forms of life may be abundant in the universe. (B) Therefore, this is not just the matter of physics; it is also related to philosophy. (C) After all, advanced technology is more available now. (D) Similar reasoning applies to evolution, too.

44. According to a recent survey, about 70 percent of the breakfast meals served in fast food and coffee shops contain too much fat and not enough vegetables and fruits. More than 100 breakfast dishes from nine popular chain restaurants were analyzed for their nutritional content to help consumers choose healthier food. The study showed that the majority of breakfast sets had fat contents that exceeded the recommended limit of 30 percent of total calories. ____________ (A) Lacking them in our body can cause a dangerously high cholesterol level. (B) This means more than 30 percent of the calories in these dishes were calories from fat. (C) However, consumers should purchase products with clear labeling stating the origin of manufacture and expiration date. (D) As a result, the owners of the stores try their best to satisfy consumers’ appetite.

45. Digital technology in general is revolutionizing filmmaking the way sound did in the 1920s. The new digital 3D craze has had hits and misses but should one day become the big-screen standard over 2D presentation. Many filmmakers believe that 3D filmmaking eventually will take over at the movies the way color replaced black and white. ____________ Cameron, who shot “Avatar” in 3D, is converting his blockbuster “Titanic” to 3D for release next year. Lucas is doing the same with all six of his “Star Wars” films. (A) Nowadays, not many people watch black and white television. (B) Home systems will never replace the movie house as the best place to see films. (C) 2D movies can be converted to 3D, too. (D) Cameron waited for years to make “Avatar”.  

46.Whether you like it or not, Amy Chua raises her two daughters with iron-willed decision by applying the Chinese way. She sets up strict rules for her girls. (1) Certain things that they are not allowed to do include: having a play date and being in a school play. (2) Recently, Amy shares her Chinese way of education in a book “Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother.” (3) The book is described as “an awe-inspiring, often hilarious, and unerringly honest story of one mother’s exercise in extreme parenting.” (4) These examples are so unimaginable to many Western parents who raise children with respect for their individuality. (A) 1423 (B) 1324 (C) 4132 (D) 3214

47.Firstly, I owe an enormous debt of gratitude to Hua Chang. If it wasn’t for her strong determination in the face of such a tight schedule, this book may never have existed. (1) I am also grateful to Hui Wu and Chieh Wu for their help in looking after the archive. (2) Then, I would like to thank my family, especially Chiang Wu, whose discovery of precious materials decides the plot of this book. (3) Needless to say, without their support this book would never have happened. (4) Last but not least, my husband Ping and our children for allowing my absence in family gatherings from time to time. (A) 3124 (B) 2341 (C) 3421 (D) 2143

48.Archeologists spend long days of hard work preserving the record of past life. (1) There the archeologists examine them in detail and write their reports. (2) They first use brushes to clean the soil away from an object as it comes out of the ground. (3) The objects are carefully removed from the soil and brought to the laboratory. (4) So we can understand about the daily activities and social customs of countless ordinary people in the past. (A) 1243 (B) 4123 (C) 3241 (D) 2314

49.In order to improve service quality of government organizations, evaluation on their policies and services has been carried out since 2000. (1) Last, I want to thank you again for your participation. (2) All the information will be used for research only and all private details will be strictly confidential.  (3) On behalf of Marketing and Research Company, which is authorized to execute the evaluation of 2011, I welcome you all. (4) Your opinions are of vital importance! (A) 4231 (B) 3421 (C) 1324 (D) 2314

50.Vending machines are especially helpful because they are ready to serve you day or night. (1) The products available from the machines in Japan are more creative than those found elsewhere. (2) While almost all countries have vending machines here and there, Japan is a true vending machine culture. (3) For example, you can even buy a popular Japanese pet, the rhinoceros beetle, from a vending machine. (4) There are over 5.5 million of these machines scattered around the island nation. (A) 1243 (B) 3421 (C) 2413 (D) 4312

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