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1、 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。
I still remember my one-night stay at a small bed-and-breakfast hotel in York, England, a few years ago. It was just a stopover(中途停留) from London, before I 1 to Scotland to meet some friends. When I 2 the hotel that I had booked online, I was unsure of what I was in for. Once I rang the doorbell of the cottage-like place, a(n) 3 woman opened the door and 4 me with the warmest smile I had ever seen. She then welcomed me, and offered to carry my bags. I 5 the offer, however. The next morning, she made some hot coffee and prepared freshly-baked bread and eggs for me and a few other 6 who were staying there. She 7 us the breakfast, with a smile on her face and sweet 8 on her lips. I later learnt in my 9 chat with her that she 10 the place all by herself. She spared no efforts to 11 the guests like they were family.
I was 12 by her tenacity(坚持), that as an old lady, she could 13 change beddings, keep the rooms clean and 14 , prepare meals and attend to room service — all on her own, and that she, with a smiling face and a 15 heart, could talk about service from the heart.
(1)A 、 walked B 、 moved C 、 came D 、 headed(2)A 、 checked in B 、 arrived at C 、 searched for D 、 waited for(3)A 、 elderly B 、 young C 、 outgoing D 、 honest(4)A 、 thanked B 、 answered C 、 greeted D 、 observed(5)A 、 accepted B 、 desired C 、 considered D 、 declined(6)A 、 partners B 、 guests C 、 friends D 、 visitors(7)A 、 owed B 、 bought C 、 served D 、 fetched(8)A 、 words B 、 memories C 、 comments D 、 fruits(9)A 、 loud B 、 serious C 、 short D 、 hard(10)A 、 decorated B 、 cleaned C 、 reached D 、 ran(11)A 、 look after B 、 talk about C 、 work with D 、 play with(12)A 、 confused B 、 annoyed C 、 cheated D 、 impressed(13)A 、 bravely B 、 perfectly C 、 hardly D 、 peacefully(14)A 、 neat B 、 messy C 、 dirty D 、 fashionable(15)A 、 determined B 、 brave C 、 loving D 、 hopeful -
2、 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。
While happiness is what most people pursue for a life-long time, many still find it easier to lose than to gain. ? Here come many practical ways.
Internally, our character, mindset, and habits play a vital role in maintaining happiness. A positive attitude towards life's challenges and a mindset to see things as a developing process instead of a fixed result are the key to happiness. Moreover, habits like regular exercise, healthy eating, and sufficient sleep contribute significantly to our overall well-being, including our good mood.
Set clear goals and plan accordingly (相应地)
When having a purpose and a proper plan, we are more likely to achieve success and thus we feel more fulfilled and satisfied. .
Explore new things and embrace fresh experiences
, they can definitely provide us with happiness. These activities can not only satisfy our curiosity but also enrich our lives.
Accept unhappiness as a normal state and practice gratitude
At last, it's fine to be unhappy from time to time. . Just let it go. Don't push yourself to be happy all the time. Remember that the journey to happiness is an ongoing process and thanks to the contrast of unhappiness, happiness can be more precious. Besides, appreciate what we have and complain less about what we lack. A grateful heart is a content heart, and contentment is the key to sustained happiness.
A. Develop healthy habits
B. It's not wrong to feel blue
C. Cultivate positive internal qualities
D. What can we do when we feel unhappy
E. How can we increase our happiness levels
F. This sense of accomplishment increases our happiness levels
G. Whether it's trying hobbies, or simply engaging with nature
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3、 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
In recent years, seasonal allergies, also called ha y fever or allergic rhinitis(过敏性鼻炎),have been hitting people around the world especially hard. Seasonal allergies cause great trouble to people, such as sneezing, tiredness, a runny nose or a congested nose which makes it hard for people to breathe.
In 2021, as many as 81 million Americans experienced seasonal allergies, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. The main cause for seasonal allergies is the spread of pollen(花粉), and researchers are blaming climate change for it.
As the planet warms, scientists are seeing two main changes to allergy seasons. Allergy season length is longer and pollen levels are increasing. With warmer winter temperatures, the frost-free season starts earlier in the spring and ends later in the fall. In a research done by William Anderegg, an associate professor at the University of Utah, US, he saw pollen seasons starting about 20 days earlier this year than they did in the 1990s.
Pollen levels have also been increasing in the US. Anderegg's research found about a 21percent increase in the amount of pollen in the air from 1990 to 2018.
This increase is likely fueled by a combination of higher temperatures and higher carbon dioxide levels in the air, according to Anderegg. The burning of fossil fuels ——a primary cause of global warming — increases carbon dioxide. As CO2 levels go up, plants and trees produce more pollen, according to NBC.
Increased rainfall brought on by global warming may be making allergies worse too. "Thunderstorms, pressure changes, and humidity changes that we see through climate change break down pollen spores(孢子) into even smaller pieces, and these pollen spores can then more easily enter the lungs," Brooke Lappe, a doctoral student at Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health, said to NBC.
(1)、Which is not mentioned as a symptom of allergies?A、Fever. B、Sneezing. C、A blocked nose. D、A run ny nose.(2)、What influence does climate change have on allergy seasons?A、Pollen seasons start earlier. B、Allergy seasons last shorter. C、Pollen levels are increasing in the UK. D、Allergy seasons do less harm to people.(3)、What can we infer from the passage?A、Allergy seasons last all around the year. B、Global warming decreases rainfall sharply. C、Smaller pollen spores tend to worsen allergies. D、Higher carbon dioxide levels reduce pollen levels.(4)、What's the author's main purpose in writing the passage?A、To give advice on how to deal with allergies. B、To explain why seasonal allergies are worse. C、To draw people's attention to climate change. D、To inform readers of the seriousness of seasonal allergies. -
4、 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
Once there was a circle that was incomplete because a large triangular wedge (三角形楔子) had been cut out. The circle wanted to be whole with nothing missing, so it went around looking for its missing piece.
But because it was incomplete, it could roll only very slowly. As it rolled slowly, it admired the flowers along the way. It chatted with worms. It enjoyed the sunshine. It found lots of different pieces, but none of them could fit. So it left them all by the side of the road and kept on searching. Then one day the circle found a piece that fit perfectly. It was so happy. Now it could be whole, with nothing missing. It took the missing piece into itself and began to roll. Now that it was a perfect circle, it could roll very fast, too fast to notice the flowers or talk to the worms.
To some extent, we are more whole when we are missing something. The man who has everything is in some ways a poor man. He will never know what it feels like to dream of something better. There is a wholeness about the person who has come to terms with(接纳) his limitations, who has been brave enough to let go his unrealistic dreams without feeling like a failure for doing so. There is a wholeness about the man or woman who has learned that he or she is strong enough to go through a tragedy and survive, who can lose someone and still feel like a complete person.
When we accept that imperfection is part of being human, and when we can continue rolling through life and appreciating it, we will have achieved a wholeness that others could only long for. We can achieve fulfillment that no other living creature will ever know.
(1)、What can we know about the circle?A、It suffered a lot during its journey. B、It felt disappointed to be incomplete. C、It was replaced by a triangular wedge. D、It accepted its incompleteness gradually.(2)、Why does the author share with readers the story of the circle?A、To show he's humorous. B、To prove that we need to be perfect. C、To make his argument more persuasive. D、To explain the importance of being complete.(3)、How can we achieve fulfillment according to the author?A、By working hard. B、By pursuing perfection. C、By doing better than others. D、By accepting our imperfection and moving on.(4)、What can be the best title for the text?A、True Meaning of Life B、Ways to Achieve Success C、Learning to Appreciate Life D、To Be More Complete with Imperfection -
5、 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
Of all the sports, soccer is what I find joy in the most, and the House Cup is one competition that I will never forget.
I was 12 when I first encountered soccer, but I didn't get much of a chance to play. When I entered high school, I was thrilled to know that there was a soccer team. My fellow teammates were quite skilled and I had a hard time keeping pace, so I tried my best in every class. Day by day, my passion for soccer grew and I began to love the sport. It wasn't easy for me to improve, but each time I touched the ball, I got a bit better.
The soccer House Cup is a traditional competition in our school. Our team trained hard for these games but for various reasons, we didn't win any matches. But I can still remember the lunch hours when we practiced, passing the ball to one another, shooting at the goal, and trying repeatedly to master certain moves. I can still recall moments of the matches, defending, taking control of the ball, and passing the ball to other teammates. I can still hear the cheering of the crowd after we made our shot at the goal and succeeded.
The best moment of the matches was when we faced House Gewu, a strong opponent. At half-time, the score stood at 3-0. All my teammates are at low morale(士气), and that's when our goalkeeper said, "We are not winning, but we will not go down without a fight. Let's struggle and strive(努力) to the end. "You can tell that her words cheered us. The final score was 4-0, and we did our best.
It's usually believed that to win the championship is the most important thing, but for me, it is the process of fighting with teammates shoulder to shoulder and the spirit presented on the field that are the most valuable. I will always treasure these experiences.
(1)、What can we know about the author from Paragraph 2?.A、He played soccer a lot at 12. B、He made progress quite easily. C、He could hardly improve his skills. D、He fell in love with soccer in high school.(2)、What does the underlined word "opponent" in Paragraph 4 probably mean?A、Enemy. B、Teammate. C、Competitor. D、Participant.(3)、Which of the following words can best describe the author's team?A、Skilled and proud. B、United and hardworking. C、Courageous and friendly. D、Ambitious and modest.(4)、What makes House Cup unforgettable to the author particularly?A、The cheer of the audience. B、Fighting with teammates bravely. C、The chance to win the championship. D、The encouragement of the goalkeeper. -
6、 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
Are you looking for movies to entertain yourself during the summer vacation? Here come some excellent ones.
Inside Out 2
This animated adventure explores deeper into the complexities of growing up and the evolving relationships within one's inner self. It continues the journey into the emotional world of a young girl named Riley. Each emotional character serves as a metaphor for various aspects of Riley's life, reflecting her struggles and achievements.
Bob Marley: One Love
Marley is known as a musician who brought Jamaican reggae (雷鬼乐) to the world. The movie will cover the rise of Marley to fame as well as the attempted assassination(暗杀) made on Marley, Marley's health struggles with skin cancer and his early death.
Ne Zha 2
Fantastic news for fans of Chinese myths and animations! As a sequel (续集) to the original Ne Zha, Ne Zha 2 picks up the story from the first movie. The souls of Ne Zha and Ao Bing are preserved, but their bodies are destroyed. Taiyi Zhenren rebuilds their bodies, yet the process is full of challenges.
Lisa Frankenstein
Lisa Frankenstein, a romantic horror-comedy movie, centers on a lonely and gloomy(忧郁的) high school student. Lisa falls in love with a dead handsome boy who lived in the Victorian era. After bringing this ideal lover back to life, the two go on a strange journey to find love and happiness.
(1)、Which movie will you watch if you are interested in thrillers?A、 Inside Out 2. B、 Ne Zha 2. C、Bob Marley: One Love. D、Lisa Frankenstein.(2)、What does the movie Bob Marley: One Lovecover according to the text?A、Marley's childhood. B、Marley's rise to fame. C、Assassination made by Marley. D、Marley's struggle with his career.(3)、What do Inside Out 2 and Ne Zha 2 have in common according to the text?A、They are animations. B、They are about Chinese myths. C、They are better than the first ones. D、Their plots have little to do with the original ones. -
7、 听录音,回答问题。(1)、At what age did Emily start learning ballet?A、Five. B、Six. C、Nine.(2)、Why did Emily move to Toronto?A、To work for a dance school. B、To perform at a dance theater. C、To learn contemporary dance.(3)、Why did Emily quit dancing?A、She was too old to dance. B、She failed to get a scholarship. C、She lost interest in it.(4)、How does Emily feel about stop ping dancing?A、She's pleased. B、She's regretful. C、She's upset.
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8、 听录音,回答问题。(1)、Who is Macy?A、Ed's mother. B、Ed's teacher. C、Ed's friend.(2)、How does Ed usually go to kindergarten?A、By car. B、On foot. C、By bus.(3)、What does Ed enjoy doing at the kindergarten?A、Telling stories. B、Singing songs. C、Playing with others.(4)、What do the teachers say about Ed?A、He's clever. B、He's quiet. C、He's brave.
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9、 听录音,回答问题。(1)、Which color do cats see better than humans?A、Red. B、Green. C、Blue.(2)、Why do cats bring dead birds home?A、To eat them in a safe place. B、To show off their hunting skills. C、To make their owners happy.(3)、How does the man sound at the end of the conversation?A、Thankful. B、Humorous. C、Curious.
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10、 听录音,回答问题。(1)、What does the man suggest doing at first?A、Going to a concert. B、Watching a movie. C、Playing a computer game.(2)、What do the speakers decide to do?A、Visit Mike. B、Go boating. C、Take a walk.
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11、 听录音,回答问题。(1)、When will Judy go to a party?A、On Monday. B、On Tuesday. C、On Wednesday.(2)、What will Max do next?A、Fly a kite. B、Read a magazine. C、Do his homework.
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12、 What does the woman think of her interview?A、It was tough. B、It was interesting. C、It was successful.
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13、 What are the speakers talking about?A、A restaurant. B、A street. C、A dish.
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14、 Where does the conversation probably take place?A、In a bank. B、At a ticket office. C、On a train.
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15、 What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A、Workmates. B、Brother and sister. C、Teacher and student.
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16、 What does John find difficult in learning German?A、Pronunciation. B、Vocabulary. C、Grammar.
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17、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文章。
Throughout the course of our existence, there exists an abundance of blessings that we ought to be grateful for, yet many individuals, myself included, often fail to recognize and appreciate them.
During the formative years of my life, I aspired to emulate the virtues of my mother. She was a paragon of kindness and compassion, possessing an uncanny ability to put others at ease. For an extended period, she dedicated her time and efforts as a volunteer within our community. I relished accompanying her to the local nursing home, assisting her in her charitable endeavors, until my teenage years, when I became so engrossed in my own life that I neglected to extend a helping hand to others.
On a particular summer day during my twelfth year, my mother entered my room and instructed me to rise and join her at the vehicle. I had envisioned spending the day by the lake in the company of friends. Why, I wondered, did she have to disrupt my plans? Reluctantly, I made my way outdoors, envisioning the refreshing lake water against my skin. Consumed by frustration, I climbed into the car, slamming the door shut behind me, and sat in silence, too disheartened to engage in conversation.
"Tasha, would you be interested in knowing our destination?" my mother inquired, her voice serene and composed.
"I suppose so," I muttered quietly, barely audible.
"Darling, we are heading to a shelter for children," she elucidated. "I have visited this place previously, and I believe it would be beneficial for you to experience."
My irritation intensified. How could I possibly be of assistance in such a setting?
Upon our arrival at the shelter, I was taken aback by its appearance. It was a grand, white Victorian-style residence. As we approached the expansive front porch, the melodious sound of wind chimes filled the air, while the surrounding trees and flora greeted us with a sense of tranquility. It seemed that perhaps this experience might not be as dreadful as I had initially anticipated.
My mother rang the doorbell, and as the door opened, we were ushered into the front room where all the children were engaged in play. Toys were scattered across the floor. My gaze fell upon a baby with visible injuries on his body. The majority of the children bore evident physical marks such as lacerations, abrasions, and burns. The realization of the hardships they had endured prior to finding refuge in this place weighed heavily on my heart.
注意:(1)续写词数应为150左右;(2)续写部分分为两段,每段的开头语已为你写好。
Paragraph 1:
As I was looking around, I felt a gentle pull on my shirt.
Paragraph 2:
I returned to the shelter with Mom several times.
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18、假设你是红星中学高三学生李华。你校英国外教Jim近期举办了关于阅读方法的在线讲座。请你用英文写一封电子邮件,邀请Jim分享更多的阅读技巧,并表达你对他帮助的感谢。
注意:(1)词数100左右;(2)开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。
Dear Jim,
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Yours,
Li Hua
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19、 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。
After almost a decade of ( prepare) work,the construction of a new branch of the Palace Museum,China's largest museum for relics' exhibition ( formal) kicked off in Beijing. ( locate) in Xiyuhe,a village in Haidian district,the new branch will include an exhibition space exceeding 60,000 square meters for cultural relics.
"We'll have a much ( large) space to meet people's expectation and enhance our capacity ( show) ancient Chinese civilization," Wang Xudong,director of the Palace Museum,said in a previous interview with China Daily.
According to an official document of the construction project released online, first phase,which includes relic warehouses and offices,will take about three-and-a-half years to complete.It is estimated that more 20,000 to 30,000 relics can be showcased in the new branch every year,and it will offer larger and better-equipped warehouses to house fragile items,such as silk pieces, require greater attention.
"We aim to build the branch into a museum inheriting ancient classics and ( lead) the future at the same time." Zhang Yu,chief architect of the new museum, ( say) in December. "This landmark can be a guesthouse of Chinese civilization with Eastern ethos (理念) and a global view."
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20、 完形填空
My history with music was not good.I still remembered when I took my short-lived piano lessons,my grandfather said1 to my grandmother,"Why didn't he make any progress with much practice?" I2 to make my piano performance attractive.However,my efforts were3 .
So I gave up playing any musical instrument until my old friend Leroy4 me to play the violin with him when I was 57.It made me enjoy the joy of playing music again.On day,Leroy sent a text5 me that there was a music performance and he wanted me to join him.Thinking of my past,I6 his invitation.I expected to hear his words that I would become7 with practice on stage.But he said,"OK,only play if you want to." I was totally8 by the unexpected answer and made no reply except to tell him goodbye.
No one was9 me to participate,but I faced a specia10 .Should I play on stage or just watch a movie?I had chosen the "movie route" too many times and this time I was11 to grasp the opportunity.After a long and careful12 ,I played my violin with Leroy.13 I didn't lose all my nervousness,it was enough for me to overcome my fear.Finally,I14 a full performance in front of the audience.
A short time later,my friend Leroy passed away,but his15 stayed.It helped me not only in music,but in all aspects of life.When I focused on what I wanted to do,fear will be replaced with joy.
(1)A 、 angrily B 、 worriedly C 、 calmly D 、 patiently(2)A 、 tried B 、 pretended C 、 regretted D 、 agreed(3)A 、 in order B 、 in vain C 、 on time D 、 on display(4)A 、 allowed B 、 challenged C 、 invited D 、 reminded(5)A 、 cheating B 、 convincing C 、 informing D 、 warning(6)A 、 evaluated B 、 refused C 、 received D 、 blamed(7)A 、 skilled B 、 important C 、 special D 、 reliable(8)A 、 ashamed B 、 shocked C 、 scared D 、 satisfied(9)A 、 expecting B 、 teaching C 、 begging D 、 forcing(10)A 、 choice B 、 chance C 、 goal D 、 task(11)A 、 generous B 、 suitable C 、 curious D 、 willing(12)A 、 search B 、 preparation C 、 explanation D 、 test(13)A 、 When B 、 If C 、 Since D 、 Though(14)A 、 offered B 、 planned C 、 recommended D 、 watched(15)A 、 care B 、 fame C 、 concern D 、 influence