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1、 阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
The process of sorting through my childhood stuff started out easy. At first, I was excited to toss everything out. But as the bedroom emptied out, I felt a creeping sense of sadness. My childhood was over, and I entered full-fledged (成熟的) adulthood. And I wondered: In short, yes.
That's because going through your old stuff can possibly stir up difficult emotions or sweet memories. whatever emotions pop up, accept them, and it will help you process it faster.
Before you start sorting, determine how much storage space you're willing to devote to your childhood items. You may have limited space for old stuff. But listen to your heart. If you're sentimental and you want to hold on to stuff, hold on to it. You can always get rid of it later.
During this process, it can be useful to have someone you trust by your side. They can help you honor the memories associated with each object and let go. They know which life experiences mean the most to you.
And you don't have to pile your childhood stuff in the attic (阁楼). You can take photos, which you can revisit any time on your phone or computer. Or you can turn them into an art project and display it in a shadow box.
Remember, there is someone who care enough to hold on all old stuff for you. This is a value of all of the time and effort and money your parents have poured into you. This has been saved in love.
A. Get creative and think outside the box.
B. Could my childhood memories be regained?
C. You can find meaning in your life experiences.
D. Loved ones can also help you decide what to save.
E. But it will probably still be a bittersweet experience.
F. That will help you figure out how much stuff you can keep.
G. Was there a less heartbreaking, more strategic way to do this?
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2、阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Hearing live music may be more emotional than listening to a recording of the same tune because it brings about greater activity in the part of the brain linked to processing emotions:
Sascha Frühholz at the University of Zurich in Switzerland and his team composed 12 pieces of music, each lasting 30 seconds. Half were written with the aim of expressing negative emotions, such as sadness and anger. These were slower, less harmonious and included more minor chords (和弦) than the remaining songs, written to arouse positive emotions.
The researchers then employed 27 people who weren't musically trained, to listen to these 12 pieces twice—once performed by a live pianist, which the participants heard through a speaker, and once as a recording. The order they listened to them was randomly assigned, with 30 seconds of silence in between. People didn't know when they were hearing a recording or live music.
While listening to the music, the participants lay in an MRI scanner (扫描仪) so the team could monitor their brain activity. The pianist then adapted the volume and speed of the piece according to the brain activity. For example, if someone was showing little activity in response to a positive piece of music, the pianist might play louder.
"Recorded music is net adaptive to now a listener is responding, but live pianists often adapt the music to the audience to get the best response from them," says Frühholz.
Live performances of both the negative and positive pieces led to increased brain activity in the left amygdala, the region of the brain that is strongly linked to assigning sensory stimuli, such as sounds, to certain emotions.
The recorded tunes caused much less, and more inconsistent, activity in the left amygdala. This matched how emotive the participants rated each piece of music after the experiment.
The findings show that live music strengthens our emotional response, probably due to its free-flowing and active nature.
(1)、Which aspect of live music does Sascha Frühholz's research focus on?A、The technical skill of live musicians. B、The popularity of live music concerts. C、Its emotional impact on listeners' brain D、Its lack of interaction with the audience(2)、What made the audience receive the best response from live musicians?A、Their harmonious tune. B、Their emotional performance. C、Their adjustment to the listeners. D、Their connection with the audience.(3)、How did the researchers conduct the experiment?A、By analyzing the data. B、By comparing brain activity. C、By grouping the participants. D、By asking certain questions.(4)、Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A、What could live music bring us? B、What emotions could live music express? C、Why does live music make us so emotional? D、Why does live music outweigh recorded music? -
3、阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A new trend has popped up in China with many young people abandoning brand (品牌) names to create makeshift handbags out of things like reusable grocery bags and other materials. One example is the Shenzhen bag, which includes canvas (帆布) bags, paper bags, milk tea packages that people carry around in Guangdong Province.
Makeshift handbags like the "Shenzhen bag" are also common among young people in big cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Hangzhou. People find the bags practical, wearable and fashionable, and they can be carried on the shoulder or the back. This emerging trend reveals a new attitude to consumption as young people in China begin to pursue a simple and shared life, with consumers no longer blindly pursuing brand names as a status (身份) symbol, but advocating a simple and low-carbon lifestyle. In addition to the handbags, and regardless of their monthly incomes, many young people are living more casually, in line with a "good enough mentality". Loose T-shirts, Crocs, and canvas bags are basically standard mode.
"Consumers today are becoming more mature and rational. They are pursuing smarter consumption through careful consideration and calculation to find the cheapest; most practical, cost-effective way of shopping," says. Wang Ning, a sociology professor at Nanjing's Southeast University.
Economists believe that China's Generation Z no longer blindly pursues brands and luxury goods or buys things for brand name and status. Instead, they pay more attention to their actual needs, quality, and experience of buying, and prefer sharing and secondhand purchases. They also advocate environmental protection and sustainable consumption.
Price-aware Chinese consumers have also begun to place a greater emphasis on their inner selves. Driven by rational consumption, many young people no longer save to buy a brand-name bag, but for self-improvement.
The new handbag trend has also created business opportunities. Reusing packaging used for food brands as handbags results in mobile advertising for the associated brands, and the phenomenon of the "Shenzhen Bag" has also benefited paper bag companies.
(1)、What is the feature of "Shenzhen bag"?A、A popular luxury brand of handbag. B、A makeshift handbag symbolizing status. C、A traditional handbag designed for specific people. D、A temporary handbag that was once for another use.(2)、Which is closest in meaning to the underlined word "rational" in paragraph 3?A、Conservative. B、Reliable. C、Sensible. D、Considerate.(3)、What contributes to the change in consumption habits among China's Generation Z?A、A belief for a plain and green lifestyle. B、A neglect of environmental protection. C、Blind pursuit of brand names and luxury goods. D、Focus on outer appearance rather than inner selves.(4)、What is the text?A、A book review. B、A news report. C、A business plan. D、A research article. -
4、阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
As a child, John always wondered how the human body worked and how he could keep it healthy. His interest in medicine grew stronger when he volunteered at a children's hospital during high school. The never-give-up spirit of young patients battling against various illnesses massively affected him. Initially, he chose nursing in college, believing it would lead him to work closely with children. But after his first half year, he recognized nursing wasn't fit for him.
Switching to biology helped him discover his passion for learning about the complexities of human body and using that knowledge to help children. Although the thought of the lengthy education and residency required for pediatrics (儿科学) made him hesitant, a heart-to-heart conversation with his brother changed his mind. His brother convinced John that his passion should motivate him rather than scare him. It was then that John decided to become a pediatrician because of the simple fact that he would work with children every day, and would make a positive impact on their lives and their families.
Pediatrics is not just about regular check-ups, it also includes making sick kids feel better and helping them heal. This brings so much joy to John's heart. To him, he is not only a doctor but also a teacher, offering a safe space for the little ones to open up and share their fears or concerns. Plus, he really enjoys being a friendly and easy-to-talk-to person in their lives.
Being a pediatrician gives John the rewarding experience of helping and interacting with children daily and making those little ones' tough times easier. Also, the changing world of healthcare means he'll always be learning new things and facing exciting challenges. With his future plans, he wants to get into the field of being a physician assistant—a stepping stone that keeps him involved in pediatric care while still engaged in direct interaction with young patients. It allows him to do lots of the same things as a pediatrician, as well as helps him improve skills that are vital for making kids healthier.
(1)、What can we learn about John from the first paragraph?A、He began to have an interest in medicine during high school. B、He decided to work on nursing after graduation from college. C、He got inspired by young patients when volunteering at a hospital. D、He was curious about how the doctors work to keep people healthy.(2)、Why did John choose the career as a pediatrician?A、To learn about the complexities of human body. B、To bring about improvements in children's lives. C、To get rewarding experience of helping children. D、To face the challenges making him hesitant and scared.(3)、Which of the following best describes John's feeling towards being a pediatrician?A、Excited but tired. B、Worthy but stressful. C、Proud and delighted. D、Concerned and moved.(4)、What's the text mainly about?A、John's journey of pursuing a career in pediatrics. B、John's challenges and rewards as a pediatrician. C、A comparison between pediatricians and nurses. D、The importance of improving the health of children. -
5、 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Teen volunteer opportunities are the best way to learn the values of responsibility and enhance problem-solving skills. Here are a few volunteer opportunities for you to take up.
Care for pets
Animal shelters and homeless shelters are the best places for animal lovers. A typical day volunteering at an animal shelter would involve helping with the adoption process, feeding animals and cleaning up after animals.
Participate in a beach cleanup
Teens can associate with a local environmental organization for a beach preservation. This is a great way to learn about ecology and contribute to its improvement in a hands-on manner. The opportunity involves outdoor activities and is a good platform to connect with green advocates.
Volunteer at a summer camp
A job as a ‘Counselor-in-Training' is a great fit for teens. It teaches them organization skills by training under experts. Teenagers can learn communication skills and benefit from the real-time feedback from children and parents. It is also an excellent opportunity to learn outdoor support skills, such as CPR and first aid.
Volunteer at a local hospital
Local hospitals are always on the lookout for a helping hand. Whether it's chatting with residents, greeting visitors or transporting patients to the cafeteria, a little help goes a long way! A few hospitals may have an age limit and require volunteers to get basic training and commit their time each week.
(1)、Which volunteer opportunity suits environmentalists best?A、Care for pets. B、Volunteer at a local hospital. C、Participate in a beach cleanup. D、Volunteer at a summer camp.(2)、What can volunteers benefit from a job at a summer camp?A、They can receive guidance from biologists. B、They can progress in academic performance. C、They can gain independence in outdoor activities. D、They can acquire essential emergency medical skills.(3)、What is special about volunteering at a local hospital?A、It welcomes volunteers of all ages. B、It may call for weekly time devotion. C、It may involve interactions with doctors. D、It demands training before volunteering. -
6、 短文续写【答案】
(25分)Monday started out great.I woke up on time,ate breakfast and did some last minute studying for my first hour math test.I was confident of getting good grades.Then I left my house.Ten minutes later,I sat by my friends on the bus.We were busily chatting about how we spent our weekend when,THUMP! Ryan tripped over someone's foot and fell onto the floor between the two rows of seats.
Everyone on the bus laughed crazily.Ryan picked himself up and made his way to an empty seat.He tried to laugh with us,but his face was red with embarrassment.The rest of the morning flew by.I did well in my math test.I read two more chapters of To Kill a Mockingbird in English class.It wasn't long before the lunch bell sounded.I met my friends from the cheerleading team in the dining hall.Then I couldn't help but notice Ryan is a few tables over,setting alone.He caught me looking.I smiled at him quickly and turned away.
When we finished eating,we headed out to the courtyard to practice a cheer we wanted to do at that night's football game.After a little practice,we nailed the cheer,so we decided we only needed to go through it one last time.Again,just like the rest of my day so far,the cheer was going great.I raised my leg for one last toe (脚趾) touch.RIIIPPP!I felt my jeans split down the middle of my backside.
I froze.I didn't know what to do but stayed still.Then I heard people laughing,and I saw them pointing.Trying to cover myself with my hands,I tried to laugh too,but I felt tears began to escape from my eyes.
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1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右:
2.应使用5个以上短文中标有下划线的关键词语;
3.续写部分分为两段,每段的开头语已经给出;
4.续写完成后.请用下划线标出你所使用的关键词语.
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Then I saw Ryan walking towards me.I remembered
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But Ryan didn't laugh.
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7、 (15分)假设你是红星中学高三学生李华,你的英国朋友Jim在给你的邮件中提到他对中国文化感兴趣,计划明年来北京上大学.他向你咨询相关信息.请给他回邮件,内容包括:
1.表示欢迎;
2.推荐他上哪所大学;
3.建议他做哪些准备工作.
注意:
1.词数不少于50;
2.开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数.
Dear Jim,
Yours,
Li Hua
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8、语法填空(短文)(15分)
The Song Dynasty was an exciting period in Chinese history.At the height of (it)power,the country's population doubled.A fast growing economy and strong supportChinese rulers helped the development of technology and the expansion of knowledge.During this period,a huge number of technological innovations emerged.Many of them had significant practical(apply).
One particular invention from this period made a mark on the world:moveable type(活字印刷术) - that is,individual blocks that could print a single letter and then(use)again.This technology finally ended up in Europe several centuries later.The Chinese language uses a huge number of characters, most European languages use individual letters that combine into words.Printing texts made up of individual letters(require)fewer blocks.This invention produced an enormous change in (write) communication in Europe and made it easier for a(grow)number of people to learn to read.
The Chinese were also the first to invent the compass, changed how sailors navigated the seas.Together with star charts - another Chinese invention - and maps,the compass made sea travel much (safe).
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9、完形填空(15分)
Not long ago,Linda was sitting by a hospital bed,feeling anxious.Beside her lay her 88-year-old father.His heart was 1 and he needed an operation.
What2 her almost as much as his health was the fact that all day the two of them had engaged in nothing but3 small talks.She and her father had always had good4 ,but now all he talked about was the awful hospital food and the5 outcomes of his illness.His once wide-ranging interests seemed to have6 to the size of the room.
That day in the hospital,Linda's eye fell on the7 that people had brought as gifts and left on the table.Her father had always been a passionate reader,but lately he didn't have the8 or focus.She9 a book,and started to read it out loud.
It 10 changed the mood and atmosphere.It was a 11 and a pleasure for both of them.Reading gave the daughter a way to connect with her father and help him in a situation that was 12 out of her hands. 13 allowed the father to travel on the sound of his daughter's voice,up and out of the bed and back into the world of mature,intelligent engagement,where he 14 himself again.
In fact,almost any kind of reading to another person can be 15 to both parties,providing a joyful shared experience.
(1)A 、broken B 、weak C 、special D 、lost(2)A 、worried B 、confused C 、bored D 、embarrassed(3)A 、funny B 、angry C 、depressing D 、amazing(4)A 、cooperation B 、imagination C 、expectations D 、conversations(5)A 、possible B 、desired C 、helpful D 、incredible(6)A 、returned B 、adapted C 、grown D 、narrowed(7)A 、books B 、flowers C 、soup D 、fruit(8)A 、time B 、chance C 、energy D 、courage(9)A 、looked for B 、thought of C 、took out D 、picked up(10)A 、constantly B 、probably C 、immediately D 、barely(11)A 、secret B 、relief C 、burden D 、game(12)A 、luckily B 、usually C 、otherwise D 、never(13)A 、Listening B 、Reading C 、Sleeping D 、Dreaming(14)A 、taught B 、felt C 、recognized D 、introduced(15)A 、practical B 、available C 、difficult D 、beneficial -
10、任务型阅读(12.5分)
Hilde's father was a reporter.He often took her to work with him,and she developed a strong interest in news stories and reporting.She did the writing,her sister Izzy took pictures,and her father helped her organize and print the newspaper.Hilde wanted to cover big stories in her town.Following the rules her father had taught her,she researched and reported stories in her monthly newspaper.
The newspaper suddenly became famous when a murder happened in the town,and Hilde was the first person to report it.Soon,news organizations around the country were doing stories on Hilde.
Some people criticized her parents for allowing her to report on something as unpleasant as a murder.
Others criticized Hilde for "pretending to be a reporter''.Some people even suggested she should be playing with dolls.She responded with a YouTube video."I never began my newspaper so that people would think I was cute," she said."I want to be taken seriously.''
That wasn't the last time Hilde had trouble getting people to take her seriously.Sometimes,it was because of her age.Other times,it was because she was a girl.Hilde continued reporting and her activities as a reporter have made her famous.
Now Hilde has published a book telling her own story and the challenges she has faced.Some of those challenges came from Hilde herself,struggling to figure out who she was as she grew older.But she is still just 15,and has plenty of time to decide what she wants to do with her life.Her efforts have already inspired people around the world.
A.But she never let that stop her.
B.Hilde was upset by the complaints.
C.For now,Hilde says she has given up reporting.
D.When she was 8,Hilde started her own newspaper.
E.Her great success in reporting has changed her life.
F.Not everyone was happy about Hilde's efforts,though.
G.She was clearly in a dilemma about how to solve the crisis.
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11、阅读理解
Bad news sells.If it bleeds,it leads.No news is good news,and good news is no news.Those are the classic rules for the evening broadcasts and the morning papers.But now that information is being spread and monitored(监控) in different ways,researchers are discovering new rules.By tracking people's e-mails and online posts,scientists have found that good news can spread faster and farther than disasters and sob stories.
"The 'if it bleeds' rule works for mass media," says Jonah Berger,a scholar at the University of Pennsylvania. "They want your eyeballs and don't care how you're feeling.But when you share a story with your friends,you care a lot more how they react.You don't want them to think of you as a Debbie Downer."
Researchers analyzing word-of-mouth communication—e-mails,Web posts and reviews,face-to-face conversations—found that it tended to be more positive than negative(消极的),but that didn't necessarily mean people preferred positive news.Was positive news shared more often simply because people experienced more good things than bad things?To test for that possibility,Dr.Berger looked at how people spread a particular set of news stories:thousands of articles on The New York Times' website.He and a Penn colleague analyzed the "most e-mailed" list for six months.One of his first findings was that articles in the science section were much more likely to make the list than non-science articles.He found that science amazed Times' readers and made them want to share this positive feeling with others.
Readers also tended to share articles that were exciting or funny,or that inspired negative feelings like anger or anxiety,but not articles that left them merely sad.They needed to be aroused(激发)one way or the other,and they preferred good news to bad.The more positive an article,the more likely it was to be shared,as Dr.Berger explains in his new book, "Contagious:Why Things Catch On."
(1)、What do the classic rules mentioned in the text apply to?A、News reports. B、Research papers. C、Private e-mails. D、Daily conversations.(2)、What can we infer about people like Debbie Downer?A、They're socially inactive. B、They're good at telling stories. C、They're inconsiderate of others. D、They're careful with their words.(3)、Which tended to be the most e-mailed according to Dr.Berger's research?A、Sports new. B、Science articles. C、Personal accounts. D、Financial reviews.(4)、What can be a suitable title for the text?A、Sad Stories Travel Far and Wide B、Online News Attracts More People C、Reading Habits Change with the Times D、Good News Beats Bad on Social Networks -
12、阅读理解
Do you often compare yourself to other people?Comparisons can help to make decisions and motivate you but they can also pull you into a comparison trap.
Whether it's the number of goals you've scored at football or how many books you've read,it's easy to compare yourself to someone else.Scientists say it's a natural behaviour that helps humans learn from each other,live happily together and achieve more.Although comparing can be good for you,it's not always helpful and you can find yourself stuck in a comparison trap.This is when you always measure yourself against others and base your feelings on how well others seem to be doing.
Becky Goddard-Hill is a child psychologist and author of Create Your Own Confidence.She says that comparisons can make us feel good and bad about ourselves. "Comparing up" means seeing someone doing better than you and using that to inspire yourself to aim higher and try harder.However,Goddard-Hill says, "Sometimes it can make you feel rubbish about yourself and knock your confidence." "Comparing down" is when you see someone who seems like they're not doing as well as you.This might make you feel you're doing well,says Goddard-Hill,but it can also stop you wanting to improve.
"If your feelings depend on what other people are doing,surround yourself with cheerleaders," suggests Goddard-Hill.Notice how people make you feel and spend time with friends who celebrate your strengths rather than compare themselves to you.
If you follow social media accounts that make you feel you are failing in any way,unfollow them. "Find ones that make you laugh or show you lovely places instead," she says.Finally,focus on your own achievements and how you can improve. "The best person you can compete with is yourself," says Goddard-Hill.
(1)、How does a comparison trap affect us?A、It helps us focus on our own behaviour. B、It stops us from learning from each other. C、It prevents us from living happily together. D、It makes us care little about our true feelings.(2)、What's true about "Comparing up" and "Comparing down"?A、The latter may encourage us to appreciate others. B、The former may help us try harder and gain confidence. C、The latter may fail to help us make self-improvement. D、The former may stop us from learning from role models.(3)、What does Goddard-Hill suggest?A、Aiming to be our best. B、Trying to be the best. C、Trying to be a cheerleader. D、Valuing others' achievements.(4)、In which section of the magazine can you find the passage?A、Politics.C.Science. B、Health.D.Entertainment. -
13、阅读理解
Growing up in the Philippines,construction worker Johnny Manlugay combs the beaches each night for the eggs of sea turtles.He knows exactly what to look for,as he was trained as a child by his grandfather on how to locate the animals and their eggs.Back then,his family traded or ate them.It wasn't about getting rich.It was just a part of life.
But Manlugay has since turned over a new leaf.Now,he uses his tracking skills to protect the sea turtles that visit the beaches he lives by. "I've learned to love this work," Manlugay acknowledged in an interview. "We didn't know poaching (偷猎) was illegal and that we should not eat turtle eggs and meat."
Manlugay carefully moved each egg into a bucket he brought with him,as well as some sand from the turtle nests,so as to hand them over to Coastal Underwater Resource Management Actions(CURMA)— the group leading the conservation program on the beaches.
The conservation effort established in 2009 has transformed sea turtle poachers into helpers,offering training to help save thousands of turtles and keep their eggs from ending up in markets and on plates. "We talked to the poachers,and it turned out poaching was just another means for them to earn a living," explained Carlos Tamayo,the director of operations. "They had no choices."
Once collected,the eggs are then reburied in protected areas to ensure the hatch.Another former poacher,Jessie Cabagbag,who grew up eating turtle meat and eggs,takes care of one of the protected areas now. "I stopped poaching when we underwent training and were taught that what we have been doing was illegal and that these species of turtles are endangered," he explained.Now,he admits, "I am truly proud.I am happy that I can contribute to the conservation of the turtles."
(1)、Why did Johnny Manlugay hunt turtles as a child?A、To make a living. B、To make a fortune. C、To protect them. D、To locate them.(2)、How does Johnny Manlugay deal with the turtle eggs nowadays?A、He sells them and gets profits. B、He collects and hatches them carefully. C、He buries them under sand near the turtle nests. D、He hands them over to a conservation organization.(3)、What does CURMA do according to the text?A、Hide sea turtle eggs in the markets. B、Help former poachers earn a living. C、Persuade poachers to protect sea turtles. D、Protect all kinds of endangered animals.(4)、What's the best title for this passage?A、Local Philippinos Search for Sea Turtle Eggs. B、Former Turtle Egg Poachers Turn into Protectors. C、Sea Turtles are Well Protected in the Philippines. D、The Conservation Program Saves Endangered Turtles. -
14、阅读理解(7.5分)
Check out what's coming soon,and what's in development.Playbill will update these listings when new information is made available.
THE COLLABORATION at Samuel J.Friedman Theatre
The play tells a true story in New York.Fifty-six-year-old Warhol's star is falling.Jean is the new wonder-kid taking the art world by storm.When Jean agrees to work together with Warhol on a new exhibition,it soon becomes the talk of the city.The two artists set foot on a shared journey,both artistic and deeply personal,which redraws both their worlds.
ALMOST FAMOUS at Bernard B.Jacobs Theatre
Based on the 2,000 film of the same name,the musical features Pulitzer winner Kitt and a book by Crowe,who earned an Oscar award for penning the original film based on his own teenage experience.The coming-of-age story tracks a 15-year-old music fan named William who follows the emerging band Stillwater on tour.
THE PIANO LESSON at Ethel Barrymore Theatre
The play is the fourth in Wilson's Century Cycle,which digs into the Black experience in every decade of the 20th century.Set in Pittsburgh's Hill District in 1936,it centers around a brother and a sister involved in a battle over a piano carved with the faces of their ancestors.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Booth Theatre
Kim is a bright and funny high school girl,who happens to look like a 72-year-old lady.And yet her aging disease may be the least of her problems.Forced to deal with family secrets,and possible crime charges,Kim is determined to explore happiness in a world where not even time is on her side.
(1)、What kind of play is THE COLLABORATION?A、A romance. B、A sci-fistory. C、A fairy tale. D、A life story.(2)、Which theatre should you visit if you want to learn about racial issues?A、SamuelJ.Friedman Theatre. B、BernardB.Jacobs Theatre. C、Ethel Barrymore Theatre. D、Booth Theatre(3)、What can you see in both ALMOST FAMOUS and KIMBERLY AKIMBO?A、Struggles against crime charges. B、Cutting-edge film technology. C、Award-winning performances. D、Teenagers' growth experiences. -
15、 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。
"Keep this a secret," Jessica whispered to me, "and the money is yours, Raelyn." After saying that, she looked me in the eye with a stare that was intense. It looked like it was saying, "Do not betray (背叛) my trust." Then, she gathered her books from her locker and walked off.
I quickly came to my senses after I agreed to Jessica's strange request. Why did I agree? Just for money? I knew it was wrong for her to lie to her parents, telling them that she was going to meet me for a school project. In truth, she wanted to go to East Coast Park to meet her online friend. It was not safe and I knew this, but I did not want to ruin our friendship, neither did I want to betray her trust.
A few hours later, I received a phone call. It was from Jessica's mom. Cold sweat started dropping down my forehead. What should I do? Multiple questions flooded my mind. My trembling fingers were forced to pick up the call. "Hello, Aunt May." I greeted her with some nervousness in my voice.
"Hello," she said. "How is your project going? I need to tell Jessica something as she doesn't seem to be picking up the phone. Can I trouble you to pass the phone to her?"
My eyes widened. I quickly thought of an excuse. "She's in the toilet now. I think she's having a stomach ache." Then, many more thoughts rushed through my mind. After a big struggle and debating in my mind, I decided to tell the truth.
Before Aunt May could reply. I said directly. "Aunt May, I'm sorry I lied to you just now. Well...you see. Jessica isn't at my place doing our project. She went to East Coast Park to meet her online friend. She asked me to keep it a secret, but I had to betray her. This is for her own good if her online friend is a bad person." I paused and then added, "I think you and Uncle Ron should look for her now before it's too late."
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。
"Thank you so much, Raelyn, "Aunt May replied and I could sense the worry in her voice.
I rushed towards Jessica as fast as my legs could carry me.
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16、 假定你是李华,你去美国参加交流活动时在Mr. Smith家寄宿。归国后,你在整理行李箱时意外发现误拿了一张他们的全家福照片。请你给他写一封邮件,内容包括:
1.说明情况;
2.表示歉意;
3.归还方式。
注意:
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。
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17、 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。
Sustainable tourism, which is becoming (increasing) popular nowadays, is not just about seeing the sights — it is also about connecting with people and their cultures, (make) a positive impact on the places we visit and enhancing (增进) opportunities for the future. So, how can we be sustainable tourists?
It is important to travel in environmentally friendly manner. Getting to a tourist destination by airplane, which greatly increases our carbon footprint, ( have) a huge impact on the global environment. While avoiding flying is not always (practice) , we can help improve the environment by travelling on local public transport or even, on foot wherever possible. When at the hotel, we can reduce our impact by cutting back on water consumption and not having our bedding and towels (wash) everyday. We also need to protect the local culture. When visiting temples or churches, where a strict dress code may (require) , we should dress properly. While travelling, we should respect the right to privacy. We must ask for (permit) before taking pictures of the local people, are human beings and not on display.
summary, being a sustainable tourist comes down to respect for nature, culture and people.
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18、阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和 D)中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Last year, I started the journey of being a remote product designer. The thought of a flexible (灵活的) schedule, a comfortable home office, and the escape from the 1 public transport was incredibly 2 . The first few weeks were filled with a long-lost feeling of 3 .
However, the 4 of working from home gradually set in. I had started my day with the best 5 , promising myself quick breaks and regular stretches (伸展) . But deadlines, endless emails, and virtual meetings 6 me to my computer throughout the day, leaving me little time to 7 . Gone were the short walks to a coworker's desk and the quick lunchtime walks around the office complex. Finally, my world was 8 to the walls of my home, my steps 9 in meters only rather than kilometers.
One day, I tried 10 one of my favorite dresses and it wasn't passing through my waist (腰) at all. Looking at myself in the mirror, I saw a 11 person carrying extra weight, rather than someone enjoying freedom. The 12 of work and personal life had left me feeling like I was a never-ending motion machine.
This incident (事件) marked the 13 of a journey of self-discovery. I made up my mind that I needed a (n) 14 not just for my waistline but for my overall well-being. It was a promise to prioritize my physical and mental health, and a promise that I could 15 control over my life and my body.
(1)A 、 dramatic B 、 severe C 、 previous D 、 crowded(2)A 、 appealing B 、 annoying C 、 challenging D 、 confusing(3)A 、 direction B 、 safety C 、 freedom D 、 responsibility(4)A 、 duties B 、 awards C 、 problems D 、 expectations(5)A 、 concerns B 、 reliefs C 、 updates D 、 intentions(6)A 、 tied B 、 inspired C 、 guide D 、 introduced(7)A 、 reply B 、 relax C 、 react D 、 read(8)A 、 adapted B 、 limited C 、 related D 、 addicted(9)A 、 counted B 、 repeated C 、 watched D 、 followed(10)A 、 tidying up B 、 putting aside C 、 fitting into D 、 getting back(11)A 、 lazy B 、 tired C 、 rude D 、 mad(12)A 、 mix B 、 success C 、 balance D 、 value(13)A 、 distance B 、 memory C 、 beginning D 、 training(14)A 、 promise B 、 excuse C 、 answer D 、 change(15)A 、 maintain B 、 ease C 、 remove D 、 regain -
19、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。
It is not only plants that grow in a garden. It is more than just a practical exercise. It is something that makes you a better person.
You can be more resilient (有适应力的) Resilience is about how we react to changing circumstances with mental strength. In a garden, you will likely enjoy many successes, but you will experience many failures, too. This will help you build your patience, learn to handle disappointments and gain confidence. .
You can build more skills. Becoming resilient involves being able to take a greater level of control over your own basic needs. You can build skills not only in gardening, but also in other skills like DIY, crafting, repair, cooking, and food preservation as you create and tend your garden and process the produce you grow.
Gardening can allow you to reduce daily concerns as you can harvest a lot from your space. This leaves more time and space for other considerations. You learn to look beyond your own basic needs and recognize the needs of others—human and non-human—in the world around you.
You can become more compassionate (有同情心的). This is something that you will come to appreciate when you use your garden to the fullest. Recognizing the gifts that nature gives you can help to increase your compassion, to recognize that others are less fortunate, and to reach out to others in a wide range of ways.
A. You can build up your body.
B. Skills aren't improved in a day.
C. You can learn to look beyond your own needs.
D. If you have a garden, you are in a fortunate position.
E. Growing your own food in your garden can help you grow, too.
F Then you'll be more able to deal with whatever challenges life brings.
G. As a gardener, you can build vital skills for higher levels of self-reliance.
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20、 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
Wild turkeys are a familiar sight throughout New Hampshire, where flocks wander along roadsides and through backyards.
In 1975, Ted Walski, the biologist for New Hampshire Fish and Game, released 25 turkeys from the back of his truck in Walpole, a town in the western part of the state. It was part of a reintroduction effort to bring back a species that had been wiped out in New England before the Civil War, where it used to suffer heavy blows — forests vanished for unknown reasons and people got their own way to hunt.
"Originally, I never thought it would get beyond a few thousand turkeys," says Walski, who spent nearly 50 years working with the birds before retiring in 2019.
Instead, New Hampshire's turkey population has exploded beyond all expectations, now around 45,000 animals — the highest since the reintroduction, and probably the most the state can approach. Reintroduction efforts in neighboring states and around the country have created a similar story — there are 70,000 wild turkeys in Maine, up to 50,000 in Vermont, and more than 30,000 in Massachusetts — all of which total up to about six million animals reproducing in all states but Alaska.
So what made the wild turkey one of the most successful wildlife reintroduction programs in American history? Most likely, it's due to the bird's surprising and unexpected ability to live among humans. In the suburbs, turkeys can take advantage of edge habitat, like woods and open spaces, and dine on a never-ending buffet of food provided by people — particularly birdseed. Besides, it doesn't hurt that native predators, such as wolves and cougars, have largely disappeared from most parts of the turkey's range.
But everyone is not thankful for the New England turkey boom. The infamously bold birds are troublesome, disturbing traffic and pecking at front doors, as well as potentially dangerous. In 2019, a 35-year-old pregnant woman was attacked by turkeys on the streets of Cambridge, Massachusetts — twice. As conflicts between these 20-pound birds and people are on the rise, particularly during the spring breeding season, wildlife officials are trying to cope with the reality that the turkey is here to stay.
(1)、What had made turkeys extinct in New England before the Civil War?A、Disappearing forests and unrestricted hunting. B、Ted Walski's reintroduction policy and its effects. C、Turkeys' inability to reproduce and coexist with humans. D、Native predators' occupation of most parts of turkeys' range.(2)、According to the text, which of the following statements is true about wild turkeys?A Their explosive population is completely out of the control of New Hampshire.
A、The number of wild turkeys amounts to around six million in Alaska. B、Their abilities to reproduce fall short of people's expectations. C、They feed on adequate food from human beings.(3)、What can be inferred from the last paragraph?A、It is urgent to protect wild turkeys from being attacked. B、Turkeys are posing a potential threat to natural environment. C、Nobody appreciates the increase in turkeys due to their evil deeds. D、Measures will be taken to tackle conflicts between turkeys and humans.(4)、What is the main idea of the text?A、New England witnesses a turkey boom but not all appreciate it. B、The wildlife reintroduction program of wild turkeys is quite successful. C、Wild turkeys' sharp increase does harm to human beings and environment. D、There is a contradictory relationship between wild turkeys and human beings.