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1、假定你是李华,劳动节到来之际,你做了关于"The Benefits of Doing Housework"的的校园采访。请你就 此次采访写一篇报道,向校英文报投稿。
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1. 写作词数应为80左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡上的相应位置作答。
The Benefits of Doing Housework
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2、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。
Dunhuang,an oasis(绿洲) in the Taklamakan Desert,used to be a major stop along the Silk Road,but is now mainly a fascinating tourist destination.
Those interested Dunhuang's colorful history will be attracted by the Mogao Caves,one of the city's main attractions.The entrance to each cave (block)by a locked door,which can only be opened by expert guides.Behind these doors are caves of all (size)—from very small to absolutely huge.The caves contain thousands of priceless manuscripts and silk paintings,which,upon their discovery,drew much (attend)to the area. Also,there are few things as special as walking across the desert oasis at sunrise. (catch)this incredible scene,you must rise early.It's bitterly cold.But as the sun rises atop the golden dunes(沙丘)and paints a (true)picturesque scene,all your efforts pay off.Sunset is a popular time for a camel ride.Get off the camels walk up a rather steep dune overlooking Crescent Lake.From this position, (regard)as the best one,the incredible sunset is awe-inspiring.
No trip to Dunhuang is complete without visiting the Dunhuang Museum, it's possible to put all of the city's historical sites into proper historical context.The museum is expansive, (contain)many original artworks.Here,you are bound to be amazed by Dunhuang's rich culture.
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3、阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的A 、B 、C 和 D 四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Anytime I travel on my bicycle across the country,I'm always amazed by how kind people can be to strangers.
One night,my friends and I were camping in a town in Missouri.There was a severe storm and we were getting 1 .A complete stranger came by to2 us that there were tornadoes(龙卷风)heading our way.The stranger invited us to his home.We were surprised by his3 for our safety.Later we learned that there had been a lightening strike near the place where we had camped and several cattle had been4 .
Fortunately,we spent the night in a nice dry home.We were5 given the opportunity to take a shower. The next morning we had breakfast with the family and6 contact information.In a way we felt like the family had become a part of our journey.This was one of the most heartwarming7 of my life because this family had nothing to8 by being so kind to us.We were9 not the type they would usually10 but they treated us with respect and kindness. The kindness of a stranger always11 my faith in humanity.Whatever the person12 always comes with no strings attached and that's the most13 part.
That family 14 us so much that during the rest of the trip,we 15 others out every chance we got. We even bought food with our busking(街头卖艺)tips for the homeless.It's always heartwarming when giving feels as good as receiving.
(1)A 、annoyed B 、impatient C 、excited D 、nervous(2)A 、warn B 、show C 、convince D 、guarantee(3)A 、demand B 、concern C 、desire D 、responsibility(4)A 、drowned B 、deserted C 、killed D 、trapped(5)A 、even B 、merely C 、often D 、simply(6)A 、submitted B 、exchanged C 、checked D 、updated(7)A 、experiences B 、messages C 、traditions D 、comments(8)A 、fear B 、order C 、gain D 、offer(9)A 、especially B 、officially C 、occasionally D 、definitely(10)A 、ask about B 、complain about C 、agree with D 、associate with(11)A 、reveals B 、shakes C 、strengthens D 、shapes(12)A 、states B 、wishes C 、saves D 、gives(13)A 、impressive B 、practical C 、satisfactory D 、evident(14)A 、funded B 、inspired C 、owed D 、delighted(15)A 、drove B 、sought C 、helped D 、pointed -
4、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。
Super communicators are people who are consistently able to create real connections with others just by listening and talking.The following are four habits of super communicators.
They know what kind of conversation they're having.Super communicators are usually able to respond accordingly.If you're having a practical conversation,your friend might ask you to help make hard decisions. If your friend is just expressing his feelings,you just need to be a good listener.
They prove they're listening.There are plenty of ways to appear like you're listening,like making eye contact or nodding.To do that,experts suggest a technique called "cycle for understanding".Ask a question and listen to the response.Repeat what they just told you.Ask your conversation partner if you got what they said correct. .
They ask a lot of the right questions.Research shows that highly effective communicators tend to ask 10 to 20 times as many questions as everyone else.They may simply be follow-up questions like"What happened next?" Super communicators also ask questions that get people to open up. They ask about people's values or experiences and create an opportunity for emotional connection. The goal of a discussion isn't to impress someone,convince someone or wait for their turn to speak. It's to genuinely comprehend someone else's point of view and share their own views accordingly.The right response creates an atmosphere of trust and openness that both parties can benefit from. .
A.They aim to understand.
B.Experts call them"deep questions"
C.They are persuasive communicators.
D.The decisions should be easy to carry out.
E.This practice sounds simple but is powerful.
F.Then you should be ready to give good advice.
G.And that is actually the most magical thing that can happen.
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5、阅读下列短文,从每题所给的 A 、B 、C 和 D 四个选项中,选出最佳答案。
When it comes to lowering blood pressure,studies have typically shown that aerobic(有氧的)exercises are best. Recent research suggests another type of physical activity is worth including as an effective tool to prevent and treat high blood pressure.
Exercises that engage muscles without movement,such as wall squats and planks,may be best for lowering blood pressure,according to a large study published in July,2023 in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.
This type of training is known as isometric exercise,according to the Mayo Clinic.Isometric muscle action happens when muscles contract but do not visibly change length,and the joints involved don't move,facilitating stability of the body.Isometric exercises can be done with weights or without,just relying on the body's own weight.
"These findings provide a comprehensive data-driven framework to support the development of new exercise guideline recommendations for the prevention and treatment of high blood pressure,"said study coauthor Dr.Jamie O'Driscoll in a news release. The researchers looked into randomized controlled trials that had reported the effects of exercise interventions, lasting two or more weeks,on blood pressure between 1990 and February 2023.From a review of 270 trials with 15,827 participants,the researchers found that among HIIT (high intensity interval training),isometric exercise, aerobic exercise,dynamic resistance training and a combination of the latter two,isometric exercise led to the greatest reductions in blood pressure.
It's also important to note that there are other lifestyle changes as well as exercise that can benefit your blood pressure.These include keeping to a healthy weight,eating a balanced diet,cutting down on salt,not drinking too much alcohol and ensuring that you continue to take any prescribed medication.
More research is needed to determine exactly why isometric exercises might be better for lowering blood pressure than other types of training,the authors said.
(1)、What does the underlined part "isometric exercise"in paragraph 3 refer to?A、Exercise that is done with extra weights. B、Exercise that involves visible muscle contraction. C、Exercise that focuses on stability of the body. D、Exercise that engages muscles without movement.(2)、How did the researchers carry out the study?A、By providing statistics. B、By interviewing experts. C、By doing experiments. D、By making comparisons.(3)、What does the author suggest the future studies about isometric exercise focus on?A、Exploring the reasons for its effectiveness. B、Demonstrating its influences on mental health. C、Assessing its suitability for different populations. D、Determining its long-term impacts on blood pressure.(4)、What is the text mainly about?A、The benefits of aerobic exercises. B、The best exercise for blood pressure. C、The effects of various types of exercises. D、The importance of keeping a healthy lifestyle. -
6、阅读下列短文,从每题所给的 A 、B 、C 和 D 四个选项中,选出最佳答案。
There're plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables available in local markets.But while those red juicy strawberries look fresh,consumers have no way of knowing how long the fruit can be stored at home.The same goes for distribution centers and supermarkets.
Now,the food technology startup OneThird,located in the Netherlands,is looking to change that with an infrared (红外线)scanner that can accurately predict how long fresh fruits and vegetables will last.The startup is named OneThird because one-third of food is wasted due to spoilage(变质)every year.
The startup's founders were inspired by a UK company that uses this type of technology in the medical field and decided to see if it was applicable for food."I looked at the challenges in the food-supply chain and found out that 40 percent of food waste is fresh produce.One of the biggest causes of waste is that nobody knows shelf life." founder and CEO of OneThird,Marco Snikkers said. Quality inspections at farms and distribution centers are done manually(手动地).An inspector checks the fruits and vegetables and makes notes about the size and quality.Then the food is sent to consumers without considering travel time or how long the produce will remain usable.
Using the infrared scanner at the distribution center means that inspectors can use the information to approve shipments that will ensure the produce can be distributed on a timely basis.This means that a shipment of ripe tomatoes will not be sent long distances away.
OneThird's scanner combines the technology of optical scanners,image modeling,and Artificial Intelligence to provide accurate shelf-life predictions. The startup found that the technology can reduce up to 25 percent produce waste that was caused by spoilage. "Global food waste has an enormous environmental impact;reducing global food waste cuts global greenhouse gas emissions and promotes global food security,"said Jacob Smith,a climate expert from the University of Maine.
(1)、What problem does OneThird aim to solve?A、The high cost of storing fresh fruits and vegetables. B、Inefficient quality inspections at distribution centers. C、Food waste caused by uncertainty about its shelf life. D、Consumers' difficulty judging the freshness of produce.(2)、What inspired OneThird to come up with the idea of using infrared scanner?A、The use of the device in another field. B、Observation of the food-supply chain. C、Consumer demands for fresher produce. D、Experts' advice on food waste reduction.(3)、What can we learn about the manual quality inspections?A、They are time-consuming and costly. B、They are not performed at a regular time. C、The inspectors tend to make wrong judgement. D、The shipping time is not taken into consideration.(4)、What's Jacob's attitude to OneThird's effort?A、Approving B、Doubtful. C、Tolerant. D、Dismissive. -
7、阅读下列短文,从每题所给的 A 、B 、C 和 D 四个选项中,选出最佳答案。
I didn't go to Santiago,Chile to look for friendship.In fact,Chile was not even on my wish list.
A mid-life crisis woman,I got a chance to study abroad.I only wanted to learn about global business,taste South American cuisine,and check"study abroad"off my wish list.
On the fifth day,I joined a group for a neighborhood work project aided by the anti-poverty(扶贫)organization. Our tasks were to build a water tower and paint the community center.Upon arrival,I couldn't believe my eyes.It was like a scene out of a horrible film.That moment redefined poverty for me because I had never seen such terrible living conditions.As advised,I showed no signs of the emotional battle going on inside me.
Just as I was about to start work on painting,a request came through for a few volunteers to help Nadia,a local resident who volunteered to cook for us.I raised my hand to help because I wanted to spend time with the people of the neighborhood despite my shortage of Spanish speaking skills. Nadia had a sincere smile but not overly friendly.Even without speaking each other's language,we started to learn about one another.We chatted about our children,our upbringing,shared pictures of our family,struggled to instruct each other to communicate in the other's language,and laughed many times.
After we fed everybody and the dishes were washed,my day was over.But I found myself hesitant to leave.It was as if I had known her my entire life.I had not predicted the unselfishness of heart I would encounter,and it was moving.
As we were waiting for the car to pick us up,Nadia showed me her plants that are well-maintained.I could see that despite the hard conditions she was passionate about life.She made me long to be a stronger person.She showed me that poverty was external,but happiness was internal.I was seeking to give 100 percent for a well-intentioned cause,but I left receiving 200 percent from her.
(1)、What was the author's initial purpose of going to Chile?A、To find new friends while traveling. B、To participate in an anti-poverty project. C、To fulfill the desire to study abroad. D、To gain a graduate certificate in business.(2)、What did the author do after seeing the living conditions in the neighborhood?A、She decided to relieve the poverty. B、She kept her emotions well hidden. C、She comforted the shocked volunteers. D、She refused to continue the present task.(3)、Why did the author volunteer to work with Nadia?A、She felt very sympathetic toward Nadia. B、She longed to interact with the local residents. C、She wanted to improve her Spanish speaking skills. D、She preferred cooking to painting the community center.(4)、What did the author learn from Nadia?A、True friends are never apart in heart. B、Happiness is defined by a positive attitude. C、Language is not a barrier to great connections. D、Unselfishness is putting others before ourselves. -
8、阅读下列短文,从每题所给的 A 、B 、C 和 D 四个选项中,选出最佳答案。
The best science books inspire a sense of wonder and make you amazed at the incredible world we live in.Here are four of them to feed your imagination.
A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson
How did it all begin?And how did we get here?Combining history and science,the book offers a comprehensive yet entertaining answer to these questions.Bill Bryson takes the reader on an impressive journey through the greatest scientific discoveries in history.It explains scientific topics in a vivid way,but it's quite a long read.
Thing Explainer by Randall Munroe
How do helicopters work?Or cells?Randall Munroe explains how things work using illustrations and only the most common 1,000 words in English.It will shift your approach to explanation.So,next time explain how something works rather than merely call it by its name.However,additionally providing more technical terms might have enhanced the understanding and learning experience.
Ask an Astronaut by Tim Peake
What does it feel like to fly into space?How do you prepare for it?Astronaut Tim Peake answers all the questions you never knew about going into space.The book gives insights into the cutting-edge science,as well as the day-to- day life on board of the International Space Station.Its question and answer format makes it easy to quickly find answers,but it can become less appealing due to the lack of descriptive language.
Deep Time by Riley Black
Want to know the story of our planet?Riley Black takes us on a journey,in the order of time,through the geological(地质的)events that have shaped our planet.The fascinating high-quality images are supported by easily digestible explanations of key historical moments.It also expands on key concepts in geology,astronomy and biology. Yet,measuring the size of some objects on the photos is difficult due to the lack of a scale bar(比例尺).
(1)、Which book is organized in the format of question and answer?A、A Short History of Nearly Everything. B、Thing Explainer C、Ask an Astronaut. D、Deep Time(2)、What's a shortcoming of Thing Explainer?A、It is rather too long. B、It is written in plain language C、It lacks technical terms. D、It fails to include clear images.(3)、What do A Short History of Nearly Everything and Deep Time have in common?A、They combine science and history. B、They feature vivid illustrations. C、They introduce astronauts' daily life. D、They entertain readers of all ages. -
9、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What is the purpose of this activity?A、To offer the locals leisure time. B、To train more volunteers. C、To promote rural travel.(2)、What is provided in the activity?A、Tools. B、Supper C、Trainers.(3)、What will help people find the site?A、Experts' direction. B、Arrow signs C、The brochure.(4)、What are necessary for people that are watching?A、Walking boots. B、Warm clothes. C、Gardening gloves
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10、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What is the woman doing?A、Giving some instructions. B、Hosting a program. C、Conducting an interview.(2)、What role is Peter most famous for?A、Classical roles. B、Supporting roles. C、Modern roles.(3)、What enables Peter to remember numerous lines?A、His photographic memory. B、His unusual childhood. C、His history knowledge.(4)、Why does Peter refuse to watch himself on TV?A、He performs poorly. B、He has a tight schedule. C、He feels embarrassed.
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11、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What does the woman like about the apartment?A、The river view. B、The large space C、The convenient location.(2)、What will the speakers find in the basement of the main building?A、A swimming pool. B、A supermarket. C、A furniture shop(3)、What's the disadvantage of the apartment?A、Awful health club. B、Limited parking space. C、Poor public transportation.
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12、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What does the man tell the woman to do?A、Look for the missing pages. B、Correct some mistakes. C、Contact the printer's(2)、What's the probable relationship between the speakers?A、Customer and repairman. B、Workmates. C、Professor and student.
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13、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What should the woman do first?A、See her family doctor. B、Make an appointment. C、Get a number ticket.(2)、What is the man most probably?A、A receptionist. B、A doctor. C、A patient.
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14、What are the speakers mainly talking about?A、A post. B、A candidate. C、A college
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15、How does the woman feel?A、Excited. B、Confused. C、Nervous.
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16、Where does the conversation take place?A、At a restaurant. B、At the man's home. C、At a supermarket.
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17、What does the woman ask the man to do?A、Change tires for her car. B、Drive her to the hotel. C、Collect her after the meeting.
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18、What will the man have to do with the keyboard?A、Return it. B、Exchange it. C、Keep it.
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Motorcyclists born to ride supplies to firefighters
Chongqing motorcyclists are being hailed as heroes for volunteering to transport much-needed supplies to the fire and rescue workers fighting the wildfires caused by prolonged heat and drought across multiple districts in the municipality.
As of Wednesday, Chongqing has issued a red alert, most severe in the four-tier warning system, for high temperatures for 16 consecutive days.
In the scorching heat and drought conditions, multiple wildfires have ravaged many parts of Chongqing. As of Tuesday, several large wildfires have been brought control with the joint efforts of the fire and rescue workers, social organizations and residents. No casualties have been reported.
Facing the tough situation, the city government called for volunteers with (relate) skills and experience to join the firefighting, and a large number of (motorcyclist) have played an important role and won widespread praise.
" is my honor and duty to guard my hometown," said 27-year-old Li Xin, a member of Yueqi Motorcycle Club in Beibei district.
On Sunday night, upon (hear) the recruitment notice, Li organized a team of 15 club members to support the firefighting in Beibei's Xiema town, is the epicenter of the local blazes.
The team members (take) turns to use five dirt bikes and four scooters to carry materials and equipment to firefighters and to transport people and necessities.
(prevent) heatstroke in the extreme outdoor heat, the team gave up dressing in (they) thick riding suits.
"We will stay and help until the fire is out," Li said.
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HK, mainland university to open in Guangzhou
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou), will start its very first semester in the Guangdong provincial capital in September, undertaking its mission (train) new talent for the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
Ma Shu, deputy director-general of the city government, (say) HKUST(Guangzhou) is the first cooperative university in Guangzhou and the first university in the city's Nansha district, has become a new engine for economic growth.
"HKUST (Guangzhou) (expect) to become a role model for higher education collaboration between Hong Kong and the Chinese mainland, as well as a world-class university to train the right kind of talent for the development of the GBA and the entire country," Ma said at a news conference in Guangzhou Monday.
It will serve as a research university for scientific and (technology) innovation, industrial upgrading and the high-quality development of the GBA, he said.
The university (aim) to integrate the high-quality education resources of the mainland and Hong Kong, Ma said, adding that by exploring cutting-edge and crossover (discipline) it can build a new internal management system and mechanism to help cultivate innovative talent with international perspective.
The deputy director-general said the city government would continue to (financial) support the construction of the second phase of the university in the coming months.