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1、 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。
Ten-year-old Riley Christensen and her mother, Lynn, were sitting in front of the family computer, checking out models and prices of bikes. "Let's pick one out for your birthday," Lynn suggested to her daughter. The air in the room was filled with excitement as they scrolled through various options, envisioning the joy when Riley cycled around the neighborhood. They laughed together, exploring the features of each bike, and discussing colors.
As Riley scrolled down the home page of the Bike Rack, a shop in their town of St. Charles, Illinois, a video link for Project Mobility caught her eye. She clicked on it out of curiosity, unaware that this simple click would unfold a profound story of compassion and sympathy. The video clip began to narrate the inspiring journey of Bike Rack co-owner Hal Honeyman. Through it, Lynn and Riley were transported into the world of Project Mobility, witnessing how Hal Honeyman had transformed a passion for biking into an organization dedicated to providing specially engineered bicycles for those facing physical challenges. The video footage (镜头) painted a vivid picture of the positive impact these adapted bikes had on individuals — accident victims, injured veterans, and children with disabilities, including Hal's own son, who had been born with cerebral palsy (脑瘫).
"I don't want a bike for myself. I'm going to buy a bike for one of those kids," Riley told her mother. Two days later, she showed Lynn a letter she had written asking for donations. "I think it's amazing for a guy to make bikes for kids who can't walk," the letter said. "I saw how happy a boy was when he got one... I'm writing to ask for your help."
Lynn was blown away by her daughter's effort, but doubts quickly emerged. The cost of just one of those special bikes could be as high as $4,000. Riley could never raise the money.
注意:1.续写词数应为150左右;2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Nonetheless, her letter went out to 75 relatives and friends.
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On her birthday, Riley delivered the bicycles to three lucky kids.
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2、 假定你是李华,你的美国好友Susan下周要参加国际中华思想文化演讲比赛(International Speech Contest on Chinese Thought and Culture),给你发来邮件表示焦虑、紧张。请你就此给她回封邮件,内容包括:
1.表示宽慰;
2.提出建议;
3.给予鼓励。注意:
1.词数80左右;
2.格式已为你写好。Dear Susan,
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Best wishes,
Li Hua
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3、 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。
The Hangzhou Asian Games Organizing Committee (announce) on Feb 12 that 6Gtechnology would be used in the 19th Asian games in Hangzhou, capital of China's eastern province of Zhejiang, (aim) to create a high-tech and intelligent sports event.
The technology refers to a reconfigurable (可重新配置的) intelligent surface, AI-empowered artificial material. It is a smart platform enabling (vary) functions such as data mining, communication, energy harvesting, and sensing by directly processing illuminated information-carrying waves at a physical level.
"We have done tests in several sporting (venue) of the Hangzhou Asian Games. After combining the reconfigurable intelligent surface technology base stations, the signal intensity in areas with previously poor signal was 10 times greater than before, making easier to communicate," an expert said.
"It was (independent) developed by China and boasts low energy consumption and great effectiveness, can reduce power consumption while increasing the signal transmission efficiency," the expert added. "The technology is still undergoing research and development and is expected (demonstrate) to the public during the Hangzhou Asian Games from Sept 23 to Oct 8."
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4、 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 year ago, Hialeah Gardens High School student Wendy Chai met Snowball, the American Eskimo dog. Chai, who is 16 years old, was1 with anxiety and depression when she was 13, but thanks to an2 started at her high school in Hialeah Gardens, Florida, she has relied on Snowball to help her3 the day.
The program, S. A. F. E. (Support Animals for Everyone), was4 by students at her school in 2022. It 5 certain students to bring support animals to school and also makes support animals6 to students and staff during school hours. The students presented their project to the Aspen Challenge in Miami. The initiative won the third place.
S.A.F.E President Naomi Gallardo, 17, explained that7 to animals helps students relax after exams. "We bring different types of animals — dogs, cats, rabbits, snakes—according to our8 and fancies," Naomi said. "We host annual occasions9 at addressing mental health."
For many, talking about mental health is10 due to the negative stereotypes and social11 surrounding the issue. The presence of a trained animal as emotional support12 helps to break down that psychological13 .
By providing students with various support animals and14 dialogue, S.A.F.E. continues to create a safer and more15 environment for all.
(1)A 、 diagnosed B 、 annoyed C 、 walked D 、 helped(2)A 、 experiment B 、 opportunity C 、 initiative D 、 experience(3)A 、 go across B 、 pass by C 、 get along D 、 get through(4)A 、 informed B 、 launched C 、 discovered D 、 transformed(5)A 、 forbids B 、 allows C 、 facilitates D 、 discourages(6)A 、 available B 、 convenient C 、 reliable D 、 responsible(7)A 、 limitation B 、 opposition C 、 exposure D 、 similarity(8)A 、 facts B 、 items C 、 conditions D 、 preferences(9)A 、 stared B 、 glared C 、 aimed D 、 arrived(10)A 、 simple B 、 tough C 、 rough D 、 delicate(11)A 、 pride B 、 patience C 、 generosity D 、 prejudice(12)A 、 seldom B 、 usually C 、 regularly D 、 rarely(13)A 、 barrier B 、 access C 、 connection D 、 bridge(14)A 、 recording B 、 interesting C 、 encouraging D 、 controlling(15)A 、 supportive B 、 critical C 、 cooperative D 、 independent -
5、 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。选项中两项为多余选项。
Your Path to Emotional Maturity
Emotions play a critical part in our lives and are contagious unless you know how to actually control them. In order to grow and thrive, you must learn to be emotionally intelligent. .
Focus Your Efforts On Self-evolution
Just like you, it is completely normal for everyone else to have their own beliefs and opinions. Keeping that in mind, it's better to understand that you cannot change others, no matter how hard you try. Even if you try changing others, you could be hurting yourself in the process. .
Try Using "I" Statements
. Use "I" statements like "I feel miserable and heartbroken" instead of "You make me feel miserable and heartbroken." This approach conveys your emotions effectively without aggression, showcasing emotional maturity.
People sometimes interact with us as if we are mind readers, especially in relationships. Your partner may expect you to understand their desires, which can be challenging. Just as you aren't a mind reader, others aren't either. You need to communicate your needs to other people, and they need to do the same with you. Share your needs with your loved ones and observe the positive changes.
Avoid Negative People
You are known by the company you keep, and this is always true. . If surrounded by negative people that only bring others down, then you will always feel miserable. In order to be emotionally intelligent, you must have a good and supporting company by your side. Steer clear of people who emotionally manipulate others. Whenever you feel something like that, cut ties with them immediately.
A. Communicate Your Needs
B. Always Prioritize Self-Care
C. If surrounded by happy and motivated people, you will always be happy
D. When upset, express your feelings openly but in a non-aggressive manner
E. The strategy in this stressful situation is to focus on others instead of yours
F. Taking full responsibility for your actions is how you become emotionally mature
G. To enhance emotional maturity and happiness, self-change is the best course of action
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6、 阅读理解
Food forests, also known as forest gardens or edible forests, are appearing in urban settings across the US as a unique way to help food-insecure communities. They imitate the structure and functioning of natural forest ecosystems that produce various edible plants for the community, which reduces reliance on external food sources and promotes food self-sufficiency.
Food forests can maximize food production in a given area. In a regular garden, you're probably only planting vegetables along the ground. While this can provide a great harvest, it leaves a lot of space unused. Now imagine you are planting a fruit tree. On the shady side, you add some shade-tolerant berries, and on the sunny side you add some sun-loving berries. At the base of the sun-loving berries, you plant some annual vegetables and herbs. This food forest would result in a truly splendid harvest that would dwarf what a regular garden the same size could provide.
The genius of a food forest lies in its designed cultivation of beneficial interactions between different plant species. For instance, some plants might enrich the soil by fixing nitrogen, a natural fertilizer for neighboring vegetation, while others naturally attract beneficial insects, providing a built-in pest control mechanism. These strategic connections lead to reduced dependency on labor inputs and create an environment that is hardy and sustainable.
Food forests require ongoing care and maintenance, which often involves the participation of community members. This cooperative effort develops a sense of shared responsibility and brings people together to work towards a common goal. Community members can come together to learn about planting techniques, sustainable gardening practices, and the benefits of native plants. This shared learning experience creates a platform for exchanging ideas and skills, promoting a sense of self-reliance within the community.
(1)、What are food forests intended for?A、Improving food quality in America. B、Protecting natural forest ecosystems. C、Beautifying the urban living environment. D、Providing food sources for the community.(2)、What does the underlined word "dwarf" in paragraph 2 mean?A、Strengthen. B、Overshadow. C、Widen. D、Enlarge.(3)、What does the example in paragraph 3 indicate?A、Food forests can help increase the diversity of species. B、Food forests require considerable labor inputs to maintain. C、Plants in food forests can benefit one another in some ways. D、The pest control mechanism in food forests is favorable to soil.(4)、What can be inferred from the last paragraph?A、Planting techniques determine the yield of food forests. B、The maintenance of food forests is costly and complicated. C、Food forests serve as a bond to bring community members closer. D、Food forests have become a popular gathering spot in the communities. -
7、 阅读理解
A lot of manufactured glass today made from sand and sodium carbonate (碳酸钠) can be reused or melted down and recycled into new items, but it doesn't break down in the environment and will sit in landfills for thousands of years. A team of Chinese scientists aimed to deal with this environmental concern by developing an eco-conscious alternative.
In a study published recently in the journal Science Advances, a team at the Chinese Academy of Sciences' Institute of Process Engineering describe how they engineered biodegradable glass made from amino acids (氨基酸). That glass would have a smaller impact on the environment and can break down in a few weeks or in several months.
In a test, glass beads made out of amino acids were placed under the skin of mice, and the breakdown of the bead and the skin healing process were observed for 30 days. A diagram from the study shows how the mice's bodies broke down the beads. In that month, the glass implant degraded beneath the skin, the wound site healed, and fur grew back. "Throughout the experimental period, no mice exhibited any pain-related behavior that may have been caused by the glass implantation, and none of them experienced obvious weight loss," the researchers wrote in their paper.
Although amino acids do degrade over time in the environment this biodegradable glass is not as durable as traditional glass, because amino acids can break down quickly in heat. To overcome this problem, the researchers chemically modified amino acids using the heating-cooling process tailored for manufacturing the new glass. This is when materials for the glass are heated to become soft and then rapidly cooled so as to make the glass tougher.
"It's important to point out that this biodegradable glass is currently in the lab stage, and far from large-scale commercialization," emphasized Yan Xuehai, a professor involved in the study, in a press release.
(1)、What has been found after researchers implanted glass beads inside mice?A、The gradual degradation of the beads. B、The recycling process of the beads. C、Swollen wound sites of the mice. D、Apparent weight losses of the mice.(2)、What makes the stability of the new glass possible?A、The enhanced durability through chemical adjustment. B、The adoption of traditional glass manufacturing procedures. C、The prolonged exposure to heat during glass production. D、The rapid degradation of amino acids in the environment.(3)、What is Yan Xuehua's attitude toward the study?A、Disapproving. B、Objective. C、Ambiguous. D、Dismissive.(4)、What is the main idea of the text?A、Amino acids make eco-friendly glass durable. B、Biodegradable glass gains popularity in the market. C、Biodegradable glass offers a solution to ecological sustainability. D、Amino acids provide inspiration in glass manufacturing. -
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Last year, as my then-9-year-old son, Leopold, and I were on a series of adventurous trips, I came up with a rule: We would say yes to everything as much as feasibly possible. Leopold is a picky kid — he feeds only on chicken nuggets and yogurt — and can be reluctant to try new things. According to him, it's because he has numerous fears, including heights, spiders and the dark. But honestly, I suspect he just has normal kid-sized nerves.
My original goal was simple. I was hoping to find a way to encourage him without resorting to worn-out words like "if you don't try it, you'll never know if you like it." So, I borrowed the idea of a "yes day". Leopold and I agreed we would say yes to everything — including food and experiences, especially new ones.
In St. Augustine, Florida, we collectively said yes to a moonlit ghost tour of the city's famous haunted sites, where while others got claustrophobic (幽闭恐惧的) and left during the telling of ghost stories, Leopold and I stayed until the bitter end and didn't even scream when one of the actors attempted to frighten us with a jump scare. On that same trip, Leopold tried his first spicy tuna roll and then experimented with blackened grouper (石斑鱼). In Long Sands, Maine, I challenged myself to jump into the freezing ocean, getting cold and wet, but happy to be foolish enough to jump into the chilly waters. On the last night of our trip at a rodeo where cowboys showed their skills at handling bulls in Cody, Wyoming, my son did not hesitate but went onto the field to take part in this traditional event. Though coming back without the prized bandanna, he was laughing loudly, sweaty and excited. I knew it was an experience we would never forget.
And therein lies the beauty of saying yes on vacation. It pushes you to be open to new opportunities and step out of your comfort zone. Though it's not always possible to say yes to everything back home, where work, school and other obligations get in the way, we've begun trying to say it more. Cultivating a sense of curiosity and adventure helps all of us live life to the fullest with zero regrets — even if you do sometimes wind up cold and wet, sweaty and tired.
(1)、What can we learn about Leopold from the first paragraph?A、He avoided new attempts. B、He longed for adventures. C、He was fond of travelling. D、He enjoyed varieties of food.(2)、What do we learn about their trips?A、They tried freediving. B、They kept their promise. C、They enjoyed ghost stories. D、They won a prize in a local festival.(3)、What is the benefit of trying new experiences?A、Enjoying the comfort zone. B、Strengthening cooperation skills. C、Developing an adventurous spirit. D、Cultivating a sense of responsibility.(4)、What is the author's purpose in writing the text?A、To tell a story of an adventurous trip. B、To present problems of living a full life. C、To show challenges of parenting a picky kid. D、To share a method of trying new experiences. -
9、 阅读理解
Wanting to take a break from big city life? These hidden gems (宝石) provide a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of big cities and immerse oneself in the beauty of these lesser-known destinations.
Sakrisoy & Reine, Norway
These remote fishing villages are located in the Lofoten islands in northern Norway. Although reaching them may require some effort, the journey is worth it for the breathtaking scenery. Surrounded by grand mountains, Sakrisoy and Reine offer opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking and even witnessing the charming Northern Lights.
Shirakawa-go, Japan
This picturesque village is located in the Gifu Prefecture and is known for its traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses. These unique buildings feature steep roofs that resemble hands in prayer, which is why Shirakawa-go was included in the UNESCO World Heritage list. During wintertime, the village transforms into a winter wonderland, with the snow-covered roofs creating a magical atmosphere.
Paraty, Brazil
Situated on Brazil's Costa Verde, Paraty is a charming bayside town that offers a relaxing and laid-back atmosphere. The town is renowned for its well-preserved colonial architecture, which is beautifully complemented by palm trees and colorful boats in the harbor. Paraty is also a gateway to nearby deserted island beaches, making it a perfect destination for beach lovers and nature enthusiasts.
Old San Juan, US
As the historic heart of Puerto Rico's capital city, Old San Juan is a treasure of rich history and cultural heritage. The entire area is a National Heritage Site, with its colorful buildings, cobblestone streets, and Spanish colonial architecture adding to its charm. Visitors can explore historic forts, stroll along the city walls, and indulge in delicious Puerto Rican cuisine.
(1)、Where can people enjoy the Northern Lights?A、Paraty. B、Old San Juan. C、Shirakawa-go. D、Sakrisoy & Reine.(2)、Who would like to visit Paraty?A、Literature enthusiasts. B、Nature lovers. C、Winter sports amateurs. D、Food adventurers.(3)、What do Shirakawa-go and Old San Juan have in common?A、Natural beauty. B、Architectural charm. C、Local customs. D、Outdoor activities. -
10、 完形填空
My first caregiving experience involved driving 180 miles every day to see my grandmother who was terminally ill. I was certainly 1 as the weeks turned into months, but the desire to 2 my grandmother in her last days was overwhelming (无法抗拒的).
Years later, my 87-year-old father required more 3 skills than I could provide. As he lived 700 miles away from me, I deeply 4 that I couldn't take care of him myself, but I thought my nightly phone calls, filled with laughter and family news, provided him with 5 support.
Then, 6 , because of cancer, I became the one who needed 7 . Friends provided meals, house cleaning, and rides to appointments. The gratitude I felt for these acts of 8 was beyond words. It was also because of their thoughtfulness that I could focus all my energy on healing (治愈) my body and mind.
Soon afterwards, in trying to find a meaningful purpose, I 9 the idea of offering assistance to other caregivers. I was 10 with both sides of the struggle, and this 11 me to pay it forward for the incredible amount of support I had received.
A(n) 12 arose when a caregiver I knew for years was unable to travel to her winter home in Florida. While recovering from surgery, she was 13 to drive. When she asked me to be the driver, I didn't 14 , so we headed south on an adventure.
Now, due to the pandemic, I have to suspend the program, but I look forward to 15 my journey of caring for caregivers soon. I welcome the chance to lift the burden off their shoulders, even if it's for just a minute.
(1)A 、relieved B 、delighted C 、frustrated D 、exhausted(2)A 、rescue B 、comfort C 、please D 、protect(3)A 、communication B 、survival C 、nursing D 、working(4)A 、regretted B 、assumed C 、feared D 、appreciated(5)A 、professional B 、physical C 、financial D 、emotional(6)A 、unfortunately B 、gradually C 、eventually D 、surprisingly(7)A 、encouragement B 、attention C 、care D 、guidance(8)A 、bravery B 、modesty C 、honesty D 、kindness(9)A 、reflected on B 、came upon C 、went over D 、focused on(10)A 、faced B 、occupied C 、acquainted D 、associated(11)A 、allowed B 、required C 、advised D 、forced(12)A 、problem B 、crisis C 、opportunity D 、emergency(13)A 、forbidden B 、expected C 、supposed D 、determined(14)A 、respond B 、hesitate C 、struggle D 、compromise(15)A 、extending B 、planning C 、finishing D 、continuing -
11、 任务型阅读
Technology is here to stay. . However, they are often unsure on how to help children use technology responsibly and keep a balance between online and offline time. Here are some tips.
Have a device contract
Having a device usage contract allows parents and children to work through what responsible technology usage looks like in your family and ensure that everyone is aware. . Kids are more likely to make sense of the reasons you have for restriction.
Although this tip seems like common sense, it is often difficult due to the demand of work and the expectation of being constantly connected. By ensuring you build offline time into your own day and communicate that with your children, they will see the value and benefits. Whether you are reading a book or just taking a walk, letting your children be aware of your offline actions will encourage them to do the same!
Encourage non-tech activities
One great way to keep kids off their screens is to ensure that they have other activities to fill their time. . These activities are also great ways to help children to develop their social skills and confidence.
Tech-free family time
Once a week, pencil-in a "tech-free family time" in your schedule. It can be a meal or trip. To help increase the success of outings, try designing special activities, i. e., going to the beach to build a sand castle that looks the same as a photo you have found online.
A.Model good technology use
B.Communicate with children
C.A little extra planning goes a long way
D.The contract is helpful to the settlement of conflicts
E.Parents are seeing more technology in their homes and jobs
F.Also, drafting the contract together promotes understanding
G.This can come in a variety of forms: soccer, fencing and more
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12、 假定你是李华,最近你校要举办主题为"The Elegance of Traditional ChineseCulture"的校园文化节。请你写一封信,邀请对此感兴趣的美国外教David来参加。内容包括:
1. 举办的时间和地点;
2. 活动的内容。注意:
1. 写作词数应为80左右;
2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;
3. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。Dear David,
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Warm regards,
Li Hua
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13、 阅读下面材料,在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Considered as "one of the best ever", the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou has been (high) praised.
"Technically, we have had one of the best Asian Games ever," said Vinod Kumar Tiwari, acting director general of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA). "We have about 12,000 athletes participating in the Games. The number of officials and the technical officials(be) 4,975 and 4,700, respectively, and over 12,000 media personnel have attended." Tiwari said.
A total of 478 gold medals have been produced in various events, saw 15 world records broken, 28 Asian records(renew), and 150 Asian Games records bettered, according to Xu Deqing, chief spokesperson of the Hangzhou Asian Games.
"We(achieve) the most successful Asian Games in history by far," said Chen Weiqiang, executive secretary general of the organizing committee. "This edition of the Asiad has integrated Hangzhou's rich (history) heritage, surging (innovate), vitality and distinct value pursuit into various aspects." Chen said the Asiad has also perfectly combined art technology, and it has showcased the beauty of Hangzhou's landscapes and technological confidence to the world.
Wei Jizhong, honorary life vice-president of the OCA, said, "More than three million tickets had been sold as of Saturday, (generate) more than 600 million yuan ($82.5 million) in revenue. We don't rank Games against one another on which was the best., in terms of the Games in China, I give it a mark of 100."
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14、 阅读短文,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。
I had just turned sixty-five and thirsty for a new purpose in life. One Sunday, our priest (牧师) at church 1 me, "Hey, did you ever think about volunteering? I'd love to have 2 volunteers who can mentor (指导) the teens. Think about it. "
I went home to 3 my husband. Then we started to meet with the youth class and join in their events. While mentoring the teenagers, I found a sense of belonging in my life. However, I never expected I'd learn something from them.
Several weeks later, when our priest asked if I'd like to be a leader at the annual summer-camp trip, I 4 the chance. As I started to make preparations to cope with all the possible issues, I laughed out loud and questioned whether I'd lost my 5 to take a week-long trip to the mountains with fifty teens.
The next day, we arrived at our destination. I had 6 myself for the drama that almost always troubled teen girls at camp. I prayed for and with girls in terms of their hopes and dreams, fears and choices. I became their cheerleader when they needed it.
The next morning after our arrival, the teens had free time and 7 riding the zip line (索道) over a deep canyon (峡谷). I didn't share with them how 8 I am of heights. One boy invited me to have a try. I 9 refused. Another leader encouraged me, saying he could zip across the canyon together with me. Eventually, I 10 myself geared up, and we started the ascent (上升) to the zip line tower.11 with encouragement, I needed to stop many times to 12 my breath.
Once I 13 my feet on the platform and the clip (索道夹) was fixed onto the zip line, suddenly I flew through the air. The leader yelled to me in cheers. I opened my eyes and suddenly sensed a touch of 14 settling over me. I waved to the leader and began to cheer back.
I volunteered to be a light in the lives of a group of teens, but the truth is, the 15 brought a new meaning to this old woman. I walked away seven years later with the best deal from the relationship.
(1)A 、 accused B 、 approached C 、 appreciated D 、 acknowledged(2)A 、 former B 、 trained C 、 specialized D 、 mature(3)A 、 convince B 、 argue C 、 remind D 、 suspect(4)A 、 put forward B 、 jumped at C 、 ruled over D 、 figured out(5)A 、 temper B 、 purpose C 、 insight D 、 mind(6)A 、 praised B 、 pressed C 、 presented D 、 prepared(7)A 、 owned up to B 、 put up with C 、 signed up for D 、 kept up with(8)A 、 terrified B 、 determined C 、 aware D 、 ignorant(9)A 、 hardly B 、 violently C 、 instinctively D 、 progressively(10)A 、 expected B 、 imagined C 、 enjoyed D 、 found(11)A 、 Yet B 、 Even C 、 Then D 、 Also(12)A 、 catch B 、 hold C 、 lose D 、 cease(13)A 、 planted B 、 slipped C 、 wiped D 、 stuck(14)A 、 darkness B 、 warmth C 、 peace D 、 horror(15)A 、 inspiration B 、 dilemma C 、 episode D 、 thought -
15、 根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
If you find yourself thinking, "I am a failure," it's important to know that there are things you can do to feel better. Knowing how to cope (应对) with failure in a healthy way takes some of the fear out of it.
First of all, it's important to acknowledge that everybody fails at one time or another, but that doesn't make us failures—it just means we are human, and that things didn't work out this time. If you do feel like a failure, calling a friend, going for a walk, or playing with your pet are just a few examples of healthy ways to deal with your pain. So you should try to find out what does for you.
Failure can be a great teacher if you're open to learning. Did you make a whole series of mistakes? Think about what you could do differently next time. Instead of seeing a failure as a burden weighing you down, look at it as a stepping stone toward your goals.
Once you've identified your mistakes and where you can learn from them, you'll be ready to make a plan for moving forward. Stop thinking, "I am a failure." and focus on thinking. "I am capable of trying again." Create a plan that will help you put the information you gained into practice.
If you've spent most of your life avoiding failure, it can feel really scary when it finally happens. Facing your fears, however, can be the key to reducing the discomfort. Do things that might get you rejected or try new things where you could fail. Over time, you'll learn that failure isn't as bad as you might imagine.
A. Practice stepping outside your comfort zone.
B. Not every coping skill works for everyone, though.
C. These will provide you with some temporary relief.
D. Then you can ensure your failure will become a life lesson.
E. And it helps reduce the pain so you can bounce back better.
F. Remember that focusing on your problems will keep you stuck.
G. There are many reasons why you might be feeling like a failure.
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16、 阅读理解
Two and a half millennia ago, Socrates complained that writing would harm students. With a way to store ideas permanently and externally, they would no longer need to memorize. However, studies today have found that writing on paper can improve everything from recalling a random series of words to better understanding complex concepts.
For learning material by repetition, the benefits of using a pen or pencil lie in how the motor and sensory memory of putting words on paper reinforces that material. The scribbling (涂鸦) on a page feeds into visual memory: people might remember a word they wrote down in French class as being at the bottom-left on a page.
One of the best-demonstrated advantages of writing by hand seems to be in note-taking. Students typing on computers wrote down almost twice as many words directly from lectures, suggesting they were not understanding so much as rapidly copying the material. However, handwriting forces note-takers to process and organize ideas into their own words. This aids conceptual understanding at the moment of writing, resulting in better performance on tests.
Many studies have confirmed handwriting's benefits, and policymakers have taken note. Though America's curriculum from 2010 does not require handwriting instruction past first grade (roughly age six), about half the states since then have required more teaching of it. In Sweden there is a push for more handwriting and printed books and fewer devices. England's national curriculum already includes the teaching of basic cursive writing (连写体) skills by age seven.
However, several school systems in America have gone so far as to ban most laptops. This is too extreme. Some students have disabilities that make handwriting especially hard. Nearly all will eventually need typing skills. Virginia Berninger, professor of psychology at the University of Washington, is a longtime advocate of handwriting. But she is not a purist; she says there are research tested benefits for "manuscript" print-style writing but also for typing.
Socrates may or may not have had a point about the downsides of writing. But no one would remember, much less care, if his student Plato had not noted it down for the benefit of future generations.
(1)、According to the text, why does writing on paper have benefits for learning?A、It provides visual enjoyment in class. B、It improves the effect of memorization. C、It promotes the motor and sensory ability. D、It helps to remember the information forever.(2)、How does the author show the emphasis on handwriting instruction at school?A、By giving examples. B、By providing statistics. C、By making comparisons. D、By making classification.(3)、What is paragraph 5 mainly about?A、Difficulties faced by the disabled. B、Unreasonableness of forbidding typing. C、The research-tested benefits of typing. D、The longtime advocacy for handwriting.(4)、Why does the writer mention Socrates and Plato in the last paragraph?A、To thank Plato for his efforts. B、To defend Socrates' point of view. C、To show people's indifference to typing. D、To confirm the importance of handwriting. -
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On October 20th comes "Killers of the Flower Moon" from the director Martin Scorsese. At nearly three and a half hours, its length is nearly double that of the average film last year. Even movie fans struggle to concentrate for that long. During the premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in May, some viewers dozed off. Afterwards there was a mad dash (and long queue) for the toilets. When did watching a film become such a labor?
Film-makers started producing long-lasting movies at a rapid pace in the early 1960s. Cinema was booming and filmmakers wanted to distinguish their art from television. Epics surpassing the three-and-a-half hour mark graced the silver screen. Back then, audiences enjoyed an interval while the projectionist prepared the reels for the next act. Runtimes of popular films experienced ups and downs over subsequent decades. But they have ballooned since 2018.
Movie series is one driver of this trend. Studios want to squeeze the most out of their costly intellectual property, but they are competing with streaming platforms for eyeballs. The hope is that a spectacular, drawn-out blockbuster (大片) will tempt audiences away from the small screen and into cinemas. This approach has often paid off: "Avengers: Endgame" (2019), which showcased Marvel superheroes remarkably with a runtime of three hours, achieved the highest box office revenue among all films in that year.
Anything that attracts people away from their sofas to see a film in theatres is good news for cinemas. But lengthy runtimes also pose a "fundamental problem", complains Clare Binns of Picturehouse, a British cinema group and film distributor. Long movies can mean abandoning two showings per night, which hurts ticket sales and profits.
Another explanation for longer films has to do with directors' growing influence. Who would dare tell the likes of Mr Nolan to shorten his masterpieces? Streamers, which do not have to worry as much about concision because viewers can pause whenever they like, may attract big names with deep pockets and promises of creative freedom. "Killers of the Flower Moon" will debut on AppleTV+ after its theatrical release.
(1)、What can we learn from paragraph 1?A、Movie fans tend to have a dislike for long movies. B、Movie theaters should provide adequate restrooms. C、The average movie fan cannot focus for over three hours. D、Long movies affect audience engagement and physical comfort.(2)、What does the underlined word "ballooned" mean in paragraph 2?A、Expanded with air. B、Made great profits. C、Enjoyed great popularity D、Increased rapidly in length.(3)、Why does the author mention the movie "Avengers: Endgame"?A、To demonstrate the trend of longer movies. B、To highlight the success of Marvel series. C、To illustrate the strong appeal of movie series. D、To emphasize the studio-streaming platform contest.(4)、Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A、Movie Marathons: Past and Present B、Long Movies: Impacts and Reasons C、Filmmaking: Challenges and Rewards D、Streaming Platforms: Promising and Profitable -
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In this new digital era, farmers are finding ways to evolve with the times while still holding fast to their traditions.
In the quiet and excluded parts of rural China, Xiang Qing, a man born in 1990, leads a life quite unlike the bustling (熙熙攘攘的) urban existence that defines modernity. His home is Guzhang county, Xiangxi Tujia and Miao autonomous prefecture, which is located deep in western Hunan province. Xiang Qing and his 23-year-old nephew, Xiang Hong, jointly operate a video channel called "Shan Bai". Through their videos, they showcase handicrafts and rural life in China, captivating (迷住) many young urban viewers.
"Life here unfolds at its own pace. We cultivate crops and vegetables and occasionally purchase meat at the market," Xiang Qing said. "I've come across numerous comments from people who watch our videos while lying in bed at night after a busy day of work, finding them truly relaxing and comforting. I think it's fantastic, and it's in line with our initial intentions."
Five years ago, Xiang Qing resigned from his job as a customer service representative in Shanghai and returned to his hometown in Guzhang county, embarking on (开始) a new journey as a video blogger. "Back in 2012, when I was a college student, film-making aroused my passion, and it has continued to be a profound and enduring interest," he said.
Following in his uncle's footsteps, Xiang Hong made the same life-altering decision. Having graduated from college last year, he also returned to his hometown in April from Changde, a city in Hunan, and ventured into the world of video production alongside his uncle.
Now their video channel Shan Bai has attracted more than 59.8 million followers. Xiang Qing conceptualizes, films, and edits the videos himself. Xiang Hong serves as the video presenter. Long Lingling, Xiang Qing's wife, manages the day-to-day operations of the video account, and other family members also contribute to the video production process in different ways.
(1)、Why do Xiang Qing and Xiang Hong take video bloggers as their career?A、To pursue personal fame and wealth. B、To financially support their whole family. C、To continue their passion for film-making. D、To promote the lifestyle in their hometown.(2)、What can we learn about Xiang Qing and Xiang Hong?A、Xiang Qing inspires Xiang Hong in career-making. B、They quit their first job and altered to video making. C、They reached a decision of returning to hometown together. D、They engage in each step of the video production process.(3)、Which of the following can best describe Xiang Qing and Xiang Hong?A、Devoted and creative. B、Diligent and optimistic. C、Modest and responsible. D、Ambitious and demanding.(4)、Where is the text most probably taken from?A、A personal diary. B、A news interview. C、A travel brochure. D、A fashion magazine. -
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Britain is arguably the great walking nation. About two-thirds of us already head out to stretch our legs once a week. The following festivals offer a wealth of organized walks, but walkers should register in advance.
Prestatyn and Clwydian Range festival
Visitors to Wales tend to move west, to either the well-worn tracks of Snowdonia or the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. There are 25 walks packed into the three days, with various options available, including a half-mile Roman-themed adventure, an eight-mile walk exploring the life of 18th-century Welsh naturalist and travel writer Thomas Pennant and a 21-mile Offa's Dyke challenge. All walks are free.
Denbighshire, Wales, 19-21 May
Otley walking festival
This local festival has grown from humble origins in 2000 into a busy schedule of 50 short-distance walks and events celebrating the lives and landscapes of Wharfedale in West Yorkshire. One might enjoy the Five Pubs Walk, Walking With Wine, Four More Pubs or Lost Pubs of Otley. All walks are free, though there is sometimes a small charge for transport.
Otley, West Yorkshire, 24 June-3 July
Dartmoor offroading walking festival
Dartmoor delights (使高兴) walkers because, while tracks are there to be followed, the lack of wire and other barriers, and the relatively small number of farm buildings on the higher ground, create a sensation of freedom. The six free wheelchair walks, starting daily at 11am, explore Dartmoor's industrial history, bronze age valuables and Victorian railway builders.
Devon, 27 August-2 September
Gower walking festival
With more superb walking options inside a single landscape than perhaps anywhere else, the Gower peninsula (半岛) sometimes feels as if it's all coast. The further information for this nine-day festival, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Wales Coast Path (WCP), has yet to be finalized. Half of the walks offered during the festival will be on the coastal path, £10 adults, over-sixes £6.
Glamorgan, 2-10 September
(1)、Which festival is friendly to the disabled?A、Prestatyn and Clwydian Range festival. B、Otley walking festival. C、Dartmoor offroading walking festival. D、Gower walking festival.(2)、What do we know about Gower walking festival?A、It has the most superb walking options. B、Half of the walks last for a whole week. C、It's aimed to advocate coastal protection. D、The final details remain to be confirmed.(3)、What do the listed festivals have in common?A、They are offered free of charge. B、They require prior registeration. C、They take advantage of the coast. D、They are physically demanding. -
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Thomas watched the irrigation canal (灌溉渠) for a sign of water. It looked as dry as he felt inside. Thomas's thoughts were interrupted as his younger sister, Maggie, came skipping across the field.
"What are you giving Mama for her birthday?" she asked.
Thomas felt his stomach turn. He had forgotten that Mama's birthday, the first since they left their hometown, was tomorrow. "It's a surprise, Maggie," he answered. It was the truth.
Even he would be surprised.
Thomas would wish to be back in the mountains of their hometown. Surely Mama would want the same. At least it rained there. Each time it did, Mama, Thomas, and Maggie would sit on the front porch and watch for a rainbow. Then each of them picked out a favorite color in the rainbow. Mama always gave the same answer. "Turquoise (蓝绿色,绿松石)," she would finally say with a dreamy smile, pointing at the sky. "Squeezed in tight, between the blue and green. Close your eyes and you can see it. If you could touch it, it would feel cool, like a breeze blowing across the stream."
Thomas was discouraged. The sun would be setting soon, and he still had nothing to give his mother. What he saw around were rocks and sand. He picked up a large, flat rock, scooped up the dirt and watched it fall to the ground. Suddenly, something caught his eye. A speck of color peeked through the dirt.
"Hey, what's this?" he asked.
"Let's find out," Maggie yelled. Thomas and Maggie dug with their fingers and uncovered a small, round stone. In the center, there was a tiny hole.
"That's just a turquoise bead (珠子)," Thomas exclaimed. "My friend Jack's sister has a jar full of them."
"Let's see if there are more," Maggie got excited.
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"I have an idea," Thomas said cheerfully.
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Early the next morning, Thomas and Maggie set a small package on the table.