Mid Test Starlight 7

Mid Test 7 Starlight

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This text deals with …

1. Weather considerations.

2. Joys of biking.

3. Preparations.

4. Meeting the locals.

5. Beware of thieves.

6. Follow the rules.

A. If you want to see Europe on $45 a day you might prefer to stay at hostels and shop at farmers’ markets, but you definitely will not be able to do it without the help of a bike as it is one of the most economical ways to see Europe. But most bikers choose to pedal for the sheer joy of it. Just imagine riding up a beautiful mountain road, going to the very top, hearing birds singing in the treetops, and enjoying a well-earned and glorious downhill run.

B. The most important thing to do before you go for a long ride is to learn which tools to bring for basic repair work, such as patching a flat. If possible, first take a weekend camping trip with everything you’ll need with you. If you don’t already know how to fix your bike, you can ask about classes at your local bike shop. Although you can buy a good touring bike in Europe, you’re better off bringing a bike that you’re sure is the right fit for you as well as your own racks and panniers.

C. Expect rain and bring good bikers’ rain equipment. You’ll also be exposed to the sun, so plan on using plenty of sunscreen. Even if you never ride at night, you should bring a back light for long and unavoidable tunnels. Always wear a helmet as well as biking gloves to guard against unsightly road rash. Beware of the silent biker who might be right behind you, and use hand signals before stopping or turning. Stay off the freeways; smaller roads are nicer for biking, anyway.

D. Use a bike lock to secure your bike and never leave your pump, bag or laptop on your bike if you’re going to step away, even for a moment. Keep your bike inside whenever possible. At hostels, ask if there is a locked bike room, and, if not, ask for a place to put your bike inside overnight. Remember that hotels and many pensions don’t really have rules against taking a bike up to your room. It is advised just to do it quietly so the owners and other guests aren’t disturbed.

E. The most rewarding aspect of bicycling in Europe is having the chance to get to know and communicate with new people. Europeans love bicycles, and they are often genuinely impressed when they see a tourist who rejects the view from a tour-bus window in favor of riding through their country on two wheels. Your bike provides an instant topic for conversation, the perfect bridge over cultural and language barriers.

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Tornadoes

Tornadoes are storms with very A____ turning winds and dark clouds. These winds are perhaps the strongest on B____ . They reach speeds of 300 miles per hour. The dark clouds are shaped like a funnell — wide at the top and narrow at the bottom. The winds are strongest in C____ centre of the funnel. Tornadoes are especially common in the United States, but only in certain parts. They occur mainly in the D____ states.

A hot afternoon in the spring is the most likely time for a tornado. E____ become dark. There is thunder, lightning and rain. A cloud forms a funnel and begins to twist. The funnel moves faster and faster. The faster the winds, the louder the noise. Tornadoes always move in a northeastern direction. They never last longer than eight hours.

A 1) angry 2) weak 3) cruel 4) strong

B 1) space 2) earth 3) ground 4) planet

C 1) the 2) that 3) this 4) a

D 1) unknown 2) central 3) foreign 4) farther

E 1) sun 2) sky 3) clouds 4) winds

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The Amazon Rainforest

The Amazon Rainforest is a large beautiful forest in Brazil, South America. It (A)____ at the mouth of the Amazon River. The Amazon River is the (B)____ river in South America. It (C)____ between the Andes Mountain Ranges and the Atlantic Ocean.

The Amazon Rainforest is a very beautiful place. A wide variety of animals, birds and insects live in it. There (D)____ also many trees and plants. Today the forest (E)____ a very serious problem. People are cutting too many of its trees. As a result, much of its animal and plant life is disappearing forever. Scientists say that the whole world is in danger because of the destruction of the rainforests.

1. lies; 2. has; 3. longest; 4. are; 5. scientist; 6. argument; 7. runs.