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1、 What are the speakers doing?A、Studying a book. B、Reading a letter. C、Collecting money.
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2、 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
I was never a fast runner and thus I always didn't like running. Throughout my childhood, whenever we competed in the 50-meter run, the 400-meter, or any other type of race, I would always end up with the last one among all the athletes. Therefore, twenty years later, when I entered into my first official running race—a 3,000-meter challenge in my city—at age 38, I certainly didn't expect to win or earn any prize.
I learned about the race from my friend Jim. He told me that the race was aimed at raising money for the unfortunate patients in a hospital and encouraging the patients and their families to be brave. Since it was a heartwarming program, I showed up, paid the entrance fee and moved over to the starting line. Before long, someone spoke into a microphone. "Anyone weighing over 200 pounds comes down to the scale(秤), please. " Knowing I was over 200 pounds, I walked down to the scale: A man told me to stand on it. "Two hundred and three pounds," he said. Then he wrote down the race number and pinned(把……别在) it on my back. Out of curiosity, I asked him why he did so, and then I was told there would be an award ceremony(仪式) after the race. One award was for the first finisher in the over 200-pound group, and this special award would be announced at the end of the ceremony.
Then started the race. Not realizing there were only two runners weighing over 200 pounds, I gathered all my strength to run in my burning heat. Although other runners gradually passed me along the way, I kept moving forward as fast as I could and struggled to make it to the finish line. Despite the tiredness, I was satisfied, for I could try my best to help those in need by running. Shortly after the race, the award ceremony began and several awards were presented.
注意:所续写短文为一段;词数应为80左右,注意衔接。
Then came the last award, and to my surprise, my name was announced.
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3、假定你是李华,你的澳大利亚笔友Tom下个月将到扬州旅游,特来信询问有关扬州的情况。请给他写一封回信,内容包括:1. 扬州的基本概况(地理位置、历史等);2. 旅游景;3. 期待和祝愿。
注意:1. 词数80左右;2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
Dear Tom,
Yours,
Li Hua
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4、 阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Tanghulu (also known as bingtang hulu) is a traditional Chinese snack consisting of hardened sugar coated fruits on a stick. (typical), tanghulu is made of hawthorns that are rich vitamin C. In recent times, tanghulu makers (add) variety to this traditional snack by using other fruits such as cherries, strawberries, pineapples or grapes.
Tanghulu can taste sweet or sour, depending on your fruit. Traditional tanghulu using hawthorn berries is said to taste like a (combine) of both. You can, of course, make your own Tanghulu using any fruit you desire.
Tanghulu is easier (make) at home than you might think. The trick is to use the correct water to sugar ratio (比例) and boil the sugar water mixture its temperature reaches 150℃. Then quickly dip your fruit skewer (扦) into the sugar mixture. This will result in fruit that's coated in a thin layer of hard candy that cracks when (bite) into.
Tanghulu is commonly eaten in the winter. You can find (travel) traders roaming (游荡) in the streets, selling this unique snack. If you want to try the sticky treat (you), you can find Tanghulu stands near most of the popular tourist attractions in China. Tanghulu isn't expensive, as a skewer costs only $1. So, what could possibly stop you from giving one try?
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5、 阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
A series of thunderstorms damaged our area recently. 1 rains,high winds knocked down trees. I spent the afternoon 2 branches and throwing them away.
Then,just before I was getting ready to walk my dogs,the3 came on my television that another storm was4 our way. I took my dogs outside 5 . Huge black clouds were rolling in while thunder(雷) boomed over the hills. The 6 seemed terrible. That was when I saw it:the tiniest blink(闪烁) of 7 . I smiled. The first of the fireflies(萤火虫) had 8 at just the time I needed to see its light. It 9 me how far their light travelled in the darkness of the night. How didn't they seem bothered at the coming10 ? Looking at the lightening fireflies,I noticed that the darkness no longer seemed so11 and that my fear had changed into12 .
In our life,we have to 13 storms caused not only by nature but also by ourselves. We shouldn't be 14 of them,however. We are here to 15 our light,to share our love,to drive the dark away and to make this world a better place.
(1)A 、 Gentle B 、 Cold C 、 Fine D 、 Heavy(2)A 、 picking up B 、 searching for C 、 setting aside D 、 handing out(3)A 、 advertisements B 、 greetings C 、 warnings D 、 comments(4)A 、 heading B 、 fighting C 、 losing D 、 changing(5)A 、 patiently B 、 quickly C 、 easily D 、 carelessly(6)A 、 loneliness B 、 brightness C 、 darkness D 、 coldness(7)A 、 stars B 、 light C 、 fire D 、 candles(8)A 、 died B 、 stopped C 、 rested D 、 appeared(9)A 、 satisfied B 、 amazed C 、 alarmed D 、 troubled(10)A 、 storm B 、 people C 、 event D 、 dog(11)A 、 boring B 、 surprising C 、 frightening D 、 exciting(12)A 、 goals B 、 joy C 、 dreams D 、 sadness(13)A 、 focus on B 、 turn to C 、 care about D 、 go through(14)A 、 afraid B 、 proud C 、 tired D 、 sick(15)A 、 save B 、 choose C 、 shine D 、 develop -
6、 阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Feeling refreshed is essential for overall health. Usually, great importance is attached to making your body feel refreshed.
Think positively.
To help yourself have the ability to think positively, do things like accepting your own limitations, letting go of guilt and telling yourself that you are doing a good job. If you find your thoughts constantly turning negative, start putting up sticky notes in your office or around your house as reminders.
Perform activities that bring you joy.
If you have a stressful job and feel tired after a long day, jumping into an activity you see as a pleasure can help you feel refreshed. You can also pick up a new hobby like sewing, drawing or painting, making something with your hands like jewelry—the possibilities are nearly limitless.
Make sure you laugh.
Laughing is good for you, no matter how you look at it. If you are feeling annoyed, find a good comedy video on your smartphone or make a date with a friend who makes you laugh. If you know of a funny movie that is out on video, rent it to take home so you can laugh with your family.
Staying in contact with the outside world is important for your mental health as well as a key to feeling refreshed. Talking to other people about their issues rather than your own is a good way to forget your worries and get strength.
A. Avoid isolating yourself.
B. Performan act of service.
C. It is a direct way to restore your mind.
D. It's important to feel refreshed throughout your day.
E. Do something like reading a book to change your mindset and have fun.
F. However, finding ways to keep your mind refreshed is of equal significance.
G. It has a positive effect on your heart, activates muscles, and promotes relaxation.
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7、 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Roadkill is a worldwide problem. Every year: About 340 million birds are killed on roads in the United States; around 9 million mammals (哺乳动物) of average size are killed on Brazilian roads; and China is no exception.
To deal with this, a study of "roadkill" has been conducted by Professor Li Zhongqiu and his team from Nanjing University. The study was conducted in Nanjing, which has more than 9,700 km of well-built roads. Li and his teammates ran 26 roadkill monitoring (监测) activities over 224. 27 km of roads, totaling 5,831 km during the research period. The nine roads chosen for the team's research were monitored every two weeks over the course of a year.
The team recorded a total of 293 dead bodies. Among them, birds made up nearly half the total. As a main bird species in East China, blackbirds are usually attracted by flies or other insects to dead bodies of roadkill along the roads. "Specifically, cats, dogs and blackbirds were the three most commonly killed animals," Li said. "This may be due to the large number of homeless cats and dogs in city areas. Pets thrown out of their homes are more likely to run into traffic. "
According to the report, roadkill happened a lot from May to September. The animal' increased reproductive (生殖) activity in summer and autumn is a possible reason. Besides, roadkill issues also topped in November and January. This may be due to the need to search for food during winter when food resources are few, Li said.
"There is no doubt that roadkill has contributed to the decrease of animal populations and must be taken seriously," Li said. "We call on related departments to take measures such as speed limits and necessary traffic controls during top periods of animal activities. For animals such as cats and dogs that usually use the roads, fences can prevent them from entering traffic. "
(1)、What is paragraph 1 of the text mainly about?A、The purpose of the study. B、The method of the study. C、The result of the study. D、The background of the study.(2)、How often were the chosen roads monitored during a research year?A、Once every two weeks. B、Once a week. C、Three times every two weeks. D、Twice a week.(3)、What is the possible reason why roadkill accidents happen the most in November and January?A、Large animal birth rate. B、Busier traffic. C、Few traffic controls. D、Animals' demand for food.(4)、What can policymakers do to reduce cat roadkill incidents according to Professor Li?A、Having speed limits. B、Taking traffic controls. C、Building fences. D、Setting warning signs. -
8、 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Fu Lei's Family Letters is a book of letters written by Chinese translator and writer Fu Lei to his elder son Fu Cong, who is a famous pianist. Between 1954 and 1966, Fu Cong spent a lot of time away from home training as a piano player. As a result, writing letters became Fu Lei's usual way of communicating with his elder son. Fu Min, Fu Lei's younger son edited the letters and the book came out in 1981.
The book shows Fu Lei's family tradition and value. To Fu Lei, the purpose of education of a person, is to make that person useful to the society. Fu Lei praised his son Fu Cong after winning a piano competition. Fu Lei wrote, "We are happy because you make your country proud. I am so excited when I think about your future. You will make great progress and serve more people, encourage them and heal them. "
In the family letters, Fu Cong was also advised to read famous Chinese texts. When reading these books, Fu Cong was told to connect ideas and feelings together, for that would help him become a better person. To Fu Lei, learning to be a good person comes before any academic training.
Fu Lei's Family Letters has a great impact on people in China because it helps many young students understand how they should live their lives. The following contents are teenagers' favorite:
"We won't get hurt so long as our moods stay stable. "
"The degree of success is not completely under our control. It's half through personal efforts and half through destiny. But so long as you stay tough, you can weather failures, blunders and heavy blows—whether such blows stem from interpersonal, livelihood-related, technical or academic matters.
"A person needs to have the courage to confront reality and past mistakes. As such, he can come up with sensible analysis and in-depth appreciation. Only then he won't be weighed down by bad memories.
(1)、What can we learn from Fu Lei's Family Letters?A、Fu Lei's family tradition and value are shown in the book. B、People in the 1950s communicated with each other by books. C、It's difficult for parents to make their children well educated. D、Praising children after taking part in a competition is important.(2)、What did Fu Lei think of Fu Cong's future?A、Hopeful. B、Difficult. C、Uncertain. D、Interesting.(3)、Why was Fu Cong advised to read famous Chinese texts?A、To be a richer man. B、To help more people. C、To become a better person. D、To do more academic training.(4)、Where is the passage probably taken from?A、A newspaper. B、A comic book. C、A travel guide. D、A fashion magazine. -
9、 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Climbing, I once thought, was a very manly activity, but as I found my way into this activity, I came to see that something quite different happens on the rock.
Like wild swimming, rock climbing involves you into the landscape. On the rock, I am fully focused. Eyes pay close attention, ears are alert, and hands move across the surface. Unlike walking, where I could happily wander about absent-mindedly, in climbing, attentive observation is essential.
As an arts student studying English literature, I discovered a new type of reading from outdoor climbing. Going out on to the crags (悬崖), I saw how you could learn to read the rocks and develop a vocabulary of physical movements. Good climbers knew how to adjust their bodies on to the stone. Watching them, I wanted to possess that skillful "language".
My progress happened when I worked for the Caingorms National Park Authority. Guiding my explorations into this strange new landscape was Nan Shepherd, a lady too. Unlike the goal-directed mindset of many mountaineers, she is not concerned with peaks or personal achievement. Shepherd sees the mountain as a total environment and she celebrates the Caingorms as a place alive with plants, rocks, animals and elements. Through her generous spirit and my own curiosity, I saw that rock climbing need not be a process of testing oneself against anything. Rather, the intensity of focus could develop a person into another way of being.
Spending so much time in high and stony places has transformed my view on the world and our place in it. I have come into physical contact with processes that go way beyond the everyday. Working with gravity, geology (地质学), rhythms of weather and deep time, I gain an actual relationship with the earth. This bond lies at the heart of my passion for rock climbing. I return to the rocks, because this is where I feel in contact with our land.
(1)、Why does the author like rock climbing?A、It challenges her to compete with men. B、It allows her a unique attitude toward rock. C、It teaches her how to possess a new language. D、It makes her feel connected with the earth.(2)、What does the writer find important in climbing?A、Balance. B、Concentration. C、Determination. D、Perseverance(3)、What does the writer learn from Nan Shepherd?A、Climbing goes together with nature. B、Every mountain top is within reach. C、The best climber is the one having fun. D、You can not achieve high unless you change.(4)、What does the underlined word "it" in the last paragraph refer to?A、Time. B、Transformation. C、The world. D、My view. -
10、 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Florida is a desirable place to retire because of the suitable cost of living and location close to the beach. In addition, it has provided different kinds of services to support the retirement community. Here are some best Florida cities for retirement. Miami
Population: about 605,800
Share of population age 65+: 18. 2%
Median monthly rent: about $1,500
Miami has higher housing and costly health care, so seniors retiring in Miami need to face the higher cost of living. However, it offers retirees plenty of activities. It's more expensive, but the rich cultural experience, dining, shopping, and health care services are top-tier. Fort Myers
Population: about 752,200
Share of population age 65+: 28. 4%
Median monthly rent: about $1,300
Fort Myers scored well on the desirability and happiness metrics (指标). Many retirees are able to comfortably afford a home, which frees up retirement income for other important expenses. Seniors in Fort Myers can create a relaxing beach retirement lifestyle, even on a limited budget. Tallahassee
Population: about 382,700
Share of population age 65+: 14. 6%
Median monthly rent: about $1,000
Tallahassee has four clear seasons, and its short winters are colder than the state's coastal areas. Housing is more affordable here than in other Florida cities. Retirees can take classes at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Florida, or enjoy one of Tallahassee's many museums, historic sites and parks. Ocala
Population: about 370,000
Share of population age 65+: 28. 5%
Median monthly rent: about $990
This equestrian (马术) town is best known for award-winning horses. Retirees can attend horse shows and equestrian events and enjoy regular horseback rides. Ocala's inexpensive housing makes it easy to relocate to the area. The Ocala National Forest has hundreds of lakes, rivers and springs where you can swim and fish.
(1)、What is an advantage of Miami?A、It offers services in a wide variety. B、It gives the suitable cost of living. C、It provides discount housing. D、It organizes volunteer activities.(2)、Which is the best if retirees want to get education after retiring?A、Miami. B、Fort Myers. C、Tallahassee. D、Ocala.(3)、What can retirees do in Ocala?A、Create a beach retirement lifestyle. B、Explore the depth of the forest. C、Visit many historic sites. D、Take part in equestrian events. -
11、Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation. Now you have 40 seconds to read all the choices on the screen.(1)、A、It has faded. B、It was lost. C、It was stolen. D、It has broken.(2)、A、He downloaded a novel. B、He cleaned his dormitory. C、He read a literary book on a paid website. D、He uploaded a book to the website.(3)、A、To distinguish some leather handbags. B、To contact the cleaning workers. C、To log on to the campus website. D、To get his phone number.(4)、A、Register a campus network account. B、Compose a lost and found notice. C、Post a comment on the interactive section. D、Draw a picture of his handbag.
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12、Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage. Now you have 30 second s to read all the choices on the screen.(1)、A、Art. B、Geometry. C、Engineering. D、Circus performance.(2)、A、They were made to earn a living. B、They were delicate decorative objects. C、They were small circus figures made of wire. D、They were abstract figures with different shapes.(3)、A、It was inspired by a realistic story. B、It was invented by an African American. C、It requires simple construction to work. D、It gives pleasure to both adults and children.
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13、Directions: The passages and the conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage. Now you have 30 second s to read all the choices on the screen.(1)、A、1930s. B、1980s. C、2000s. D、2009.(2)、A、Rise of trucking industry. B、Lack of popularity. C、Large number of tourists. D、Decreased demand for rail transport.(3)、A、The history of New York City. B、Urban transformation of the High Line. C、The rise of community activism. D、The impact of urbanization on green spaces.
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14、Directions: The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. Now you have 100 seconds to read all the choices on the screen.(1)、A、In a garden. B、On a street. C、At a zoo. D、In a toy shop.(2)、A、2:00. B、2:11. C、2:46. D、2:24.(3)、A、Pajamas. B、Stationery. C、Cartoon books. D、A music record.(4)、A、Exhausted. B、Bored. C、Amazed. D、Inspired.(5)、A、The man. B、The woman. C、Linda. D、Bob.(6)、A、Apply to be an editor. B、Go on a trip. C、Employ an editor. D、Be a tour guide.(7)、A、It is easy to finish. B、It takes a long time. C、It is a little dangerous. D、It often burns skin.(8)、A、Wear a tie to the job interview. B、Cancel the job interview. C、Go to the gym after the interview. D、Change the casual clothes.(9)、A、A celebrity in their community. B、Effective methods to write a paper. C、Attention paid to their community service. D、Useful ways to advertise a product.(10)、A、He is fine with having more guests. B、He doesn't want to make new friends. C、He won't throw a birthday party. D、He will host the party by himself.
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15、Directions: Write an English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese.
假设你是明启中学的高二学生李明,最近你校计划成立一个新社团,校学生会正在全校范围内征求意见。两个备选社团分别为"流浪动物关爱社团(Homeless Animals Care Club)"和"民间艺术保护社团(Folk Arts Protection Club)"。作为学校的一员,你决定写一封电子邮件,向学生会表达自己的想法。你的邮件内容须包括:
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16、 尽管工作千头万绪,但一想到暑期可以在海滩上欣赏日出日落,他就满怀期望。(Despite)
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17、 令校长开心的是,自推行新教材以来,越来越多的学生对地理表现出兴趣。(introduce)
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18、 为什么不先去逛逛免税店,再去取行李?(Why not)
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19、 检查过程中未发现任何机器损坏。(emerge)
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20、Directions: Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point (s) of the passage in no more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible.
What Is a Superiority Complex?
A superiority complex is a behavior that suggests a person believes they are somehow superior to others. People with this complex often have overstated opinions of themselves. They may believe their abilities and achievements are better than those of others. However, the complex is believed to be a defense system for feelings of inadequacy that we all struggle with.
It is unclear why a person develops a superiority complex. Multiple incidents may be the root cause. For example, it may be the result of many failures. A person tries to complete a specific goal or achieve a desired outcome, but they don't succeed. They learn to handle the anxiety and stress of the failure by pretending to be above it. If they feel protected from their failures in this way, they may repeat this behavior in the future.
These behaviors can begin at an early age. When a child is learning to cope with challenges, they may learn to control feelings of inadequacy or fear. A superiority complex may develop. Likewise, it may also happen later in life. As teens and adults, a person has many opportunities to try new things among new people. If these situations are not successfully coped with, a person may develop a superiority complex to overcome feeling isolated.
People with a superiority complex are unlikely to be a threat to anyone's physical health. However, the continuous lies and overstatements can become annoying to others and may negatively affect relationships. It can push away other people in your life and shrink your social circle. If you are in a relationship with a person who you think has the issue, encourage the person to seek help. For example, never hesitate to reach out to mental health professionals. They can find healthier ways to deal with hidden feelings.