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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。
"Mom," I said, "I've been nominated(提名) for the National Junior Honor Society." My mother gave me a sweet smile and congratulated me. "I'm so proud of you," she told me.
Then it was time for me to fill out the application. Mom accompanied me in the family room and saw the process. I had to prove that I had all the characteristics required in a candidate(候选人): scholarship, leadership, service, character, and so on. The next day, I turned in the paperwork to the advisor(顾问) and didn't think any more about it.
Months went by, I received a letter from the school about the Honor Society. I opened it and surprisingly, it just told me I failed. I felt shocked and disappointed. As soon as the bus let me off that afternoon, I dragged myself into the house. My mother was typing at the computer. "Mom," I said sadly, "I didn't make the Honor Society." She smiled and held up her hand to give me a high five. "You are joking." Suddenly, I felt tears come from my eyes. "No, really, they didn't pick me," I said and handed her the letter.
"There must be some mistakes. Don't worry and I'll help you contact the advisor." She grabbed the phone and dialed the Honor Society advisor. "Oh, honey, I'm sorry. I thought you were kidding," my mother said. However, from the phone, she was told no mistake was made, and the decisions were final.
It bothered me why I wasn't chosen. It was really hurting me because nearly all of my friends were chosen for the Honor Society. I seemed to become the worst one and I felt painful and sad.
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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。
My mother shared a story of her friend who had the same experience.
I smiled and made up my mind to make a change.
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2、你校英语社团将举办以"读书"为主题的英语写作比赛。现请你以"书香伴我成长"为题,写一篇短文参加比赛,内容包括:
1.阅读的重要性;
2.阅读带给你的收获和变化。
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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的相应位置作答。
Reading is part of my growing
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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。
Kenya (know) for its wonderful beaches. Water sports activities such as diving and game fishing have attracted visitors from around the world.
Visitors can (easy) spend a relaxing long holiday in any of these destinations. Maila Izi, a 22-year-old student, has been a fan of water sports since she was a child. Over the past years, she has been to several countries, such as France and Spain, to learn new skills including wave surfing. But she thinks Diani offers the (good) water sports experiences of all.
"This is the first time I (visit) but the sea is the most beautiful that I have ever seen," she said. "The sand beach is so wide, the water is so warm and I think it is the perfect place for kitesurfing. It's the most beautiful beach I have ever been on."
She went to Diani with her parents for a May holiday. Izi was determined (learn)kitesurfing, a water activity that uses a kite and surfboard(冲浪板). It is a relatively new sport has gained increasing popularity. She signed up a class that offered three hours of training, including (fly) kites of different sizes.
Goodluck Shamala, the founder of a training institute in Diani, said kitesurfing, which used to be considered as extreme sport, has in recent years become more popular among (tourist). Many come from countries as far as Germany, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
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4、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。
Last year I moved to a new city with my husband and daughter. So during the first months we were busy getting 1 . This place is very different from where I lived before and we had a lot of 2 .
Then things were running 3 due to our efforts. So we decided to conduct a small ceremony at home in 4 of our success in adjusting to the new life. After the simple ceremony, we still had some food 5 . Our daughter suggested that she go with her father and look for someone who 6 all these food.
Hearing the 7 of my daughter, my husband offered to take her in his car to the nearby areas. But after a long time, they 8 to find a suitable one. They were about to return home suddenly when my daughter 9 an old man sitting under a tree. He looked 10 , tired and anxious.
My husband stopped the car and my daughter 11 the man and handed him the food packets. The surprised person looked at my daughter and asked if those item s were for him. When he listened to the 12 answer, he smiled, thanked my daughter a lot and started eating. After a short chat with the man, they went back home happily. The 13 on my daughter's face made me feel 14 a hungry human was a correct thing. It added to our happiness — I had the 15 to conduct an act of kindness.
(1)A 、 changed B 、 congratulated C 、 complained D 、 settled(2)A 、 doubting B 、 adapting C 、 deciding D 、 forgetting(3)A 、 smoothly B 、 passively C 、 secretly D 、 regularly(4)A 、 place B 、 case C 、 face D 、 celebration(5)A 、 touched B 、 exchanged C 、 left D 、 eaten(6)A 、 harvested B 、 sorted C 、 needed D 、 brought(7)A 、 advice B 、 request C 、 news D 、 faith(8)A 、 failed B 、 tended C 、 attempted D 、 planned(9)A 、 passed B 、 called C 、 ignored D 、 spotted(10)A 、 hungry B 、 pleased C 、 graceful D 、 charming(11)A 、 turned down B 、 provided for C 、 tripped over D 、 headed to(12)A 、 disappointing B 、 satisfying C 、 fatal D 、 flexible(13)A 、 frown B 、 smile C 、 despair D 、 anxiety(14)A 、 hugging B 、 permitting C 、 feeding D 、 replacing(15)A 、 determination B 、 fortune C 、 option D 、 energy -
5、阅读下面短文,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。
Teaching manners to a young child may seem a little difficult, but it doesn't have to be. This article explores these methods that can help you.
Practice greeting.
Try to remind them to say hello to relatives and friends. If they forget to say "hi", gently remind them. Try something like, "That's our neighbor Tom! Do you want to say hello?"
Suggest looking someone in the eye.
It can be hard for anyone, so this step takes a little extra time. This can make it feel more like a game and can help them get more comfortable! If you notice your child staring at the ground while talking to someone, gently suggest they look up. This can make them extra shy!
Say what they should do.
A "no" without any suggestion may leave your child feeling confused about what to do next. This way they know what good behavior they should practice instead.
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Always be kind, polite, and positive in front of your child. You are a positive example to learn from. Consider eating dinner as a family each night. This is a great place to practice polite conversation as well as dinner table manners in particular.
A. Set a good example.
B. Remind them to say"please".
C. Avoid embarrassing them, though.
D. Practicing saying"hello"is the first step.
E. Saying what they should do is a good idea.
F. To practice, ask your child to look you in the eye.
G. It's parents' duty to teach their children to take care of themselves.
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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。
Researchers in Australia recently announced a new device(设备) that absorbs water from air to produce drinkable water. They said it can produce up to 1,000 liters of drinkable water a day, adding that it could be "lifesaving during drought or emergencies". What's more, unlike other water generators(造水机), their invention works by heating air instead of cooling it.
Researchers at the University of Newcastle call the device the Hydro Harvester. The device absorbs water from the air. Solar energy or heat from other industrial processes can be used to produce hot and wet air. After heating, the air cools, producing water for drinking or watering crops.
The researchers say the device can produce enough drinking water each day for a small rural town of up to 400 people. It could also help farmers keep their crops alive during droughts. Researchers thought their device would be especially useful in Australia because its climate is dry.
More than 2 billion people around the world will benefit from the device. They are in a situation where they do not have access to high-quality water. The device is meant to help alleviatewater shortage and safety.
Studies of the technology will be done in several Australian communities this year. The World Economic Forum (WEF), a nonprofit group based in Switzerland, says water shortage continues to be a problem worldwide. The WEF said getting water from the atmosphere is a "promising solution that can immediately generate drinkable water using moisture(水汽) in the air". However, the group warns that the technology is costly. It estimates that one mid-sized device could cost between $ 30,000 and $ 50,000. So the group is concerned whether it will be accepted by the public.
(1)、What makes the device different from other water generators?A、It works by heating air. B、It collects water from air. C、It can be used in drought areas. D、It can produce drinkable water.(2)、What does the underlined word "alleviate" in paragraph 4 mean?A、Determine. B、Reflect. C、Relieve. D、Contain.(3)、What is the worry of WEF about the device?A、It results in water shortage. B、It takes too long to do further study. C、It is too expensive to be accepted. D、It is harmful to the environment.(4)、Which is a suitable title for the text?A、Drought Is a Serious Problem in Australia B、A New Invention Was Widely Used in Australia C、Australia Sees the Growing Need for Drinking Water D、A New Device Producing Drinking Water Was Invented -
7、阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
In San Francisco,a large group of sea lions move themselves out of the bay waters and hang out on PIER 39, which is a popular tourist destination. According to dock(码头) officials, this is the most sea lions seen in the region in 15 years.
"Over 1,000 sea lions have been counted this week," PIER 39 harbor master Sheil a Chandor told many different medias. "The increase in sea lions is usually a good sign of their strong population and healthy living environment," said Adam Ratner, Director of Conservation Engagement at the Marine Mammal(海洋哺乳动物) Center in Sausalito, California.
"California sea lions are sentinels(哨兵) of the ocean," Ratner said. Their population to some extent reflects the health of the ocean. Therefore, seeing a large number of California sea lions is clearly a good thing.
For nearly 35 years, the animals have been a star attraction for visitors. That autumn in 1989, PIER 39 had just been repaired, but the ships had not yet been moved back. At that moment, the sea lions' unexpected arrival not only attracted fans but also created enemies. According to a website, some dock residents and workers were scared away by the strong and very unpleasant smell and noise of their new neighbors, while others saw these animals as a bright spot after the destructive Loma Prieta earthquake.
The officials sought help from the Marine Mammal Center to find a way to deal with sea lions. Ratner said that the final decision is to let the sea lions stay and coexist with humans. "The fact proves that this is really a good thing," he said. "This is just a proof of how we can truly work together and think about how we can share our coasts with marine mammals and other wildlife in a way that benefits all the parties involved."
(1)、How does the author start the text?A、By describing a scene. B、By answering a question. C、By holding a conversation. D、By comparing different opinions.(2)、What does the increase of the sea lions mean?A、The sea lions are migrating. B、The sea environment is good. C、The sea wildlife is threatened. D、The sea water should be cleaned.(3)、What can we learn from Ratner's words?A、He was uninterested in the sea lions. B、He was in favor of the final decision. C、He was doubtful about living with the sea lions. D、He was concerned about the situation of the sea lions.(4)、What's the main idea of the text?A、Sea lions are pretty cool animals. B、Animals and humans can live in harmony. C、Watching sea lions is popular in San Francisco. D、The growing sea lions appear in San Francisco. -
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A group of foreigners visited Weihai, a coastal city, to explore what the rising star in China's tourism market can offer.
Driven by social media and short video platforms, Weihai's tourism industry saw a huge growth, with the city of just 2.92 million residents welcoming over 59 million visits.
Their first stop is the Dongchu Island in Rongcheng, a county-level city in Weihai, where the scenery is characterized by the region's unique seaweed-roofed houses. "I've never seen a roof made of seaweed. I can't believe my eyes at the houses," said Nick Ive, a British editor.
The group then visited the Sanggou Bay Marine Ranch(海洋牧场), a hot family-friendly tourist destination to experience marine farming. "Visiting Sanggou Bay Marine Ranch was a pleasant experience because I could see and experience firsthan d how the sea fishes are kept," said Desca Lydi Natalia, a journalist with Antara, Indonesia's national news agency. "This experience not only increased my understanding but also provided enjoyment, as I could directly eat clams(蛤蜊) freshly harvested from the sea. I even had the opportunity to feed the seagulls."
Sanggo u Bay Marine Ranch receives about 80,000 visitors every year since it was established in 2015. Visiting the marine ranch has become one of the must-dos in Weihai.
Desca said that her favorite experience was living in a homestay in Weihai. "While staying in a hotel is comfortable, a homestay offers a different experience, especially since the yard is large and full of flowers, making it feel like home. So I chose a homestay,"said the Indonesian journalist. The homestay Desca chose is just a stone's throw away from the beach. Desca said that her country is a maritime country and also has many homestays. "So when I stayed in the homestay, the atmosphere reminded me of Indonesia," she added.
(1)、What contributes to Weihai's growing tourism industry?A、Friendly residents. B、Visits of foreigners. C、Social media. D、Beautiful scenery.(2)、How did Nick Ive feel about the seaweed-roofed houses?A、Grateful. B、Frightened. C、Fortunate. D、Surprised.(3)、What did Desca do at the Sanggou Bay Marine Ranch?A、She kept sea fishes. B、She fed seagulls. C、She harvested clams. D、She surfed in the sea.(4)、Why did Desca choose the homestay?A、It felt like her home. B、It was near the beach. C、Its yard was small and neat. D、Its living conditions were super. -
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The 2024 Peace Poetry Awards
The awards con test is to encourage people to explore peace and the human spirit. There are three age categories(类型): Adult (19 & over), Youth (13-18), and Youth (12 & under). The yearly con test is open to people worldwide. Your poems must be unpublished , and in English.
Deadline
All entries(参赛作品) must be submitted by July 30, 2024.
Entry Fee
Adults — $ 20
Youth (13-18) —— $ 10
Youth (12 & under) — no fee
Notes
● You may submit up to three unpublished poems. At most 30 lines per poem.
● Include name, address, email, telephone number, and age in the upper right-hand corner of each poem. For the Youth (12 & under) category, please also include your school's name and your teacher's name.
● Title each poem.
● Please keep copies of all entries as we will be unable to return.
● Email your entries to: www. peacepoetryawards. com. By the way, we have no other ways to receive your entry. Please click here to pay your entry fee online.
Awards
Adult Winner — $ 800
Youth (13 -18) Winner — $ 500
Youth (12 & under) Winner — $ 200
Winners will be announced by September 30, 2024 on our website. Winners will be informed by mail. Past years' winning poems can be found here.
(1)、What do we know about the contest?A、It accepts poems in any language. B、It includes four age categories. C、It only accepts unpublished poems. D、It is held every two years.(2)、What should an adult do to enter the contest?A、Title each poem. B、Pay an entry fee of $ 10. C、Write a poem of at least 30 lines. D、Hand in his entries by September 30, 2024.(3)、What will an 18-year-old winner get?A、$ 200 in prize money. B、$ 500 in prize money. C、$ 800 in prize money. D、A collection of poems. -
10、听材料,回答问题。(1)、What does the speaker say about running?A、It is a sport with low cost. B、It attracts fewer people than before. C、It is the most popular in Australia.(2)、What benefit of running is talked about?A、Reducing stress. B、Lowering blood sugar. C、Keeping healthy weight.(3)、How can we do to get the benefits according to the research?A、By running long distance. B、By running very fast. C、By running every two days.(4)、Which is probably the best speed for running?A、5 km/h. B、10 km/h. C、15 km/h.
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11、听材料,回答问题。(1)、What are the speakers going to do first?A、Meet the man's manager. B、Buy some flowers. C、Visit their new house.(2)、What does the man think of the house?A、It's a little old. B、It's very large. C、It has no balcony.(3)、What does the woman want to grow at first?A、Flowers. B、Vegetables. C、Trees.(4)、What flowers do the speakers plan to buy?A、Flowers that are cheap. B、Flowers that are beautiful. C、Flowers that are easy to grow.
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12、听材料,回答问题。(1)、What did the man do last night?A、He drank a lot of coffee. B、He bought some CDs online. C、He stayed up all night.(2)、Who is the woman?A、The man's boss. B、The man's mother. C、The man's daughter.(3)、What kind of business will the man run?A、An online shop. B、A bookshop. C、A movie company.
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13、听材料,回答问题。(1)、When did the woman start to learn painting?A、In early January this year. B、In early October last year. C、In late October last year.(2)、What does the woman say about painting?A、It's a way to reduce pressure. B、It makes her feel more confident. C、It requires enough patience.
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14、听材料,回答问题。(1)、Where does the man want to go this afternoon?A、The school. B、The tennis club. C、Jerry's house.(2)、How many dogs does Jerry have?A、One. B、Two. C、Four.
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15、 What is the conversation mainly about?A、An expression. B、The Internet. C、A competition.
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16、 How will the speakers go to the cinema?A、On foot. B、By car. C、By bus.
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17、 Who does the man want to call?A、Tom. B、His secretary. C、The woman.
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18、 What is Steven doing?A、Gathering firewood. B、Having dinner. C、Preparing meat.
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19、 What is the weather like now?A、Cold. B、Hot. C、Warm.
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20、 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。
When I was a boy, I always wore turtleneck shirts because I was so sensitive and shy. I worked hard to earn exceptional marks and always tried to behave well. I was younger than everyone else because my good marks had allowed me to skip second grade, but this added nothing to my already low self-confidence.
When I was 14, my parents divorced (离婚). I moved in with my dad in a new neighborhood, but he was always so busy and had little time for me. It seemed the only time he ever spoke to me was to be demanding or critical. I began to hate coming home from school every day. I sank further into my low self-esteem (自尊) and was overwhelmed with feeling unappreciated and alone.
One day, my aunt called. This seemed like a miracle to me. Aunt Ginette usually only called once a year, on my birthday. She said she had just seen some young teenagers participate in a public speaking contest, and she thought I should try it, too. She told me she firmly believed I could perform on stage like the other kids since she had seen me do skits (幽默小品) for the family at Christmas.
I was a little taken aback, Me? On stage? In a public speaking contest? To agree would be contrary to my entire shy personality. But Aunt Ginette was so confident and seemed really serious. Feeling her strong belief, I went against all odds and agreed to enter the contest. All that winter, twice a week after dinner, I took three different buses for the three-hour round-trip to practice in Ville d'Anjou, where the competition would take place. I was taken by an energy I had never felt before. The hours and the obstacles no longer mattered. Although my dad really did love me and wanted the best for me, he disapproved of this new dream, fearing it would take away from my homework time and impact my marks. But I remained a top performer in school and never missed a day.
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。
Paragraph 1: Four months later, the big night arrived.
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Paragraph 2: When I saw my father's face, his eyes were glowing with pride.
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