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1、 阅读理解
Boxing has been practiced for centuries——it was even one of the sports in the original Olympic Games in ancient Greece. More recently, boxing has become the mainstream in the UK, with hundreds of thousands of people from all walks of life participating in the sport every week. But why? The answer lies in the physical, mental and even social benefits boxing can bring.
Its physical benefits are clear. Whether it's practicing with a punching bag(沙袋) or a partner or facing an opponent in the ring, boxing can be an intense form of exercise and give a full-body workout. It can improve muscular strength, and it can also increase fitness—allowing someone to work out harder, for longer. These can, in turn, have a positive impact on other aspects of physical well-being, like heart health and weight management.
But the high physical demands of the sport aren't just good for the body——boxing can also have a positive impact on someone's mental well-being. Dr Jessica Pinchbeck, Senior Lecturer in Sport and Fitness at the Open University, says that boxing can mitigate some of the symptoms of anxiety and depression. Exercising regularly is already widely known to be good for mental health, but boxing can also bring a sense of discipline and focus.
And there is a third benefit of putting on the boxing gloves. Practicing punches can be done alone, of course, but boxing is not just an individual activity——it also involves working with others to train and stay safe. Dr Gavin Williams, Senior Lecturer in Education at the Open University, says that this cooperation and team work can create a sense of identity and belonging. So, no matter what the reason that attracts someone to boxing, the interactive elements of the sport mean it can also have profound social benefits.
Good for body, mind and social interactions? It's not surprising that more and more people are stepping into the ring.
(1)、How does the author develop the passage?A、By giving examples. B、By making suggestions. C、By listing reasons. D、By answering questions.(2)、What does the underlined word "mitigate "in Paragraph 3 mean?A、change. B、determine. C、control. D、reduce.(3)、What would be the best choice according to Dr Gavin Williams?A、Practicing boxing in the ring. B、Practicing boxing with a partner. C、Practicing boxing on your own. D、Practicing boxing with a punching bag.(4)、What would be the best title for the text?A、The benefits of boxing B、Boxing leads to great teamwork C、The ways to practice boxing D、Boxing does good to your health -
2、 阅读理解
A story of a woman named J. K. Rowling catches the attention of many people. Her journey began with a dream of becoming a writer. However, she would have to persist(坚持)for many years before her dream came true.
Almost as soon as she decided to get to work on putting her ideas down on paper for her book, she was stopped by her mother's death, which later left Rowling seeking a job as a teacher in another country. It was not long before things got worse for Rowling. She just became jobless with a child, getting by on unemployment benefits. Despite the difficulties, Rowling persisted in the creation of her book. And she did so by catching every spare moment she could while her child slept to write. Finally the day came when she completed her manuscript(手稿).
However, the challenges didn't end there. Even after Rowling finished her manuscript, challenges still remained. Twelve different publishing houses refused her novel, and she found herself almost ready to quit before her manuscript would eventually get accepted. And it was at that moment that J. K. Rowling's luck turned around.
Today, J. K. Rowling is one of the best-selling authors of all time. In fact, she is the highest paid novelist in the world, with her books having been translated into over 80 different languages and with over 500 million being sold.
"Rowling's story serves as a reminder. When meeting some struggles and refusals along my way to success, I would keep my feet on the ground, keep my eyes on the target, and keep moving towards it. Finally, I believe success will be just around the corner," one of Rowling's fans said.
(1)、What did Rowling have to do to complete her manuscript?A、Work as a teacher. B、Make full use of time. C、Send her child to her mother. D、Seek support from her family.(2)、What was a challenge after Rowling finished her manuscript?A、Receiving doubt from readers. B、Having a low payment on her work. C、Getting refusals from publishers. D、Translating her work into other languages.(3)、What does Paragraph 4 mainly focus on?A、Rowling's success in writing. B、Rowling's desire for writing. C、The features of Rowling's work. D、The competition faced by Rowling.(4)、What's the fan's opinion towards achieving success?A、Patience will pull you through. B、More reading leads you to success. C、Difficulties strengthen the mind. D、All hard work will pay off. -
3、 阅读理解
Empty Bowls: Grand Marais needs volunteers & bakers!
Overview
Empty Bowls: Grand Marais will be hosting its yearly fall community event on Thursday, November 16, at Up Yonder in Grand Marais. The goal of the event is to spread awareness of food safety in the Cook County area. And the raised funds will be distributed(分配) back into the community.
What's expected
Community members are invited to come and enjoy a bowl of soup for lunch or dinner(or buy quarts of soup for takeout). A bake(烘焙) sale fundraiser will also take place at the same time, with a goal of raising $3,000, which is enough to provide 300 meals through programs in Cook County.
Volunteers are needed for the event to help with a variety of tasks, such as baking cookies, cupcakes, pies, mini fruit bread loaves, etc.
Event details
*Location: 1615 West Highway 61, Grand Marais
*Time: Lunch 11 AM—1PM; Dinner 5 PM—7 PM
*Price:
Kids(10 and under): eat free
Adults: $8 per person
Take-out quarts:$15 per adult
To learn more about Empty Bowls: Grand Marais, please visit:
https://www.facebook.com/EmptyBowlsGM
(1)、What is the purpose of the community event?A、To spread the idea of food safety. B、To promote the popularity of baking. C、To develop people's community spirit. D、To remind people of traditional food culture.(2)、What are community members possibly expected to do?A、Sell cupcakes. B、Serve the table. C、Buy some snacks. D、Advertise the activity.(3)、How much should a couple with a 9-year-old kid at least pay for dinner?A、$8. B、$16. C、$26. D、$30. -
4、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、At what age did Alexandra became world famous?A、Eight. B、Ten. C、Eighteen.(2)、Which country does Alexandra live in now?A、America. B、Britain. C、Romania.(3)、What can be known from the speech?A、Alexandra hasn't visited Italy so far. B、Alexandra's family came to America in 1980. C、Alexandra had her first art show at the age of eight.
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5、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What does Melissa think of her last job?A、It's interesting. B、It's relaxing. C、It's stressful.(2)、How long did Melissa spend at the seaside?A、One week. B、One month. C、Three months.(3)、What does Melissa like to do best?A、Make coffee. B、Take a trip. C、Plant flowers.(4)、What does Melissa plan to do?A、Get a haircut. B、Get a job. C、Visit the man.
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6、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、Why does the woman want to do some sports?A、To cure illness. B、To be energetic. C、To be stronger.(2)、Which sport does the man often play?A、Swimming. B、Tennis. C、Football.(3)、How will the woman learn yoga?A、She will hire a yoga coach. B、The man's friends will help her. C、She would like to take a yoga class.
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7、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、How did Alan get his first car?A、He bought it himself. B、His parents gave it to him. C、It was a prize from a competition.(2)、What was the woman's first job?A、A teacher. B、A salesgirl. C、A law firm clerk.(3)、When did Alan start making money?A、In primary school. B、In high school. C、In college.
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8、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What is Frank usually responsible for at home?A、Washing clothes. B、Cleaning the house. C、Preparing the food.(2)、What does Frank think Karen should do?A、Relax more. B、Study harder. C、Do some chores.
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9、 Why does the man make the phone call?A、To cancel a weekend trip. B、To make an appointment. C、To get some information.
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10、 When will Jack meet Mr. Rich?A、At 2:00 p. m. B、At 4:00 p. m. C、At 5:00 p. m.
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11、 What does the man suggest the woman save money for?A、A purse. B、A watch. C、Warm clothes.
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12、 Where will the girl eat breakfast?A、At the school café. B、At the library. C、At home.
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13、 What will the man do this afternoon?A、Do some running. B、Go swimming. C、Play basketball.
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14、 第二节 读后续写,阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段(每段75词左右,共150词左右),使之构成一篇完整的短文。
My name is Andy. I was the new boy in the class. I was twelve when I moved to London. Having lost all my old friends, I felt shy and lonely at my new school.
Most people weren't very interested in a shy new boy. Colin was one of the few people who were kind to me. He often invited me to join his particular group, and as a result, I started getting to know people. Colin and I became good friends. We trusted each other and we could talk about personal matters, things that were important to us.
Five years later, Colin's father was knocked over by a car and died a few days later. The family had to move to a much smaller house in order to manage financially. Colin changed completely, becoming silent and moody. He had always been a clever, hard-working student but now he seemed to lose all interest in his work. He started losing friends.
About three months ago, a group of us were playing football together after school. Having left something in the cloakroom, I went inside to get it, finding Colin going through the pockets of people's coats. In his hand he had a wallet, but it wasn't his! I just looked at him. Colin went bright red. "I'll put it back right now," he said, and he did so. I turned round and walked out without saying a word.
Last week our school had a big fair in order to raise money for a charity. It was very successful and by the end of the day, we had made about £500. Holding the box, our head teacher said with a smile "We have raised £500 here." But to our surprise, the next morning, we were told that the money had been stolen.
I decided to ask Colin about the theft, and this morning I went to see him. I approached Colin with a heavy heart, knowing that this conversation could be hard. "Colin, I need to ask you something," I began cautiously. He looked up at me, his eyes filled with a mixture of curiosity and worry. "Did you take the money from the charity fair?" I asked directly, hoping to get a straight answer.
注意:1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右;2.每段的开头语已为你写好。
Colin's face turned pale, unable to meet my eyes.
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I could see the pain in his eyes, and despite my disappointment, I couldn't help but feel empathy(同情) for my friend.
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15、 第一节,书面表达,假设你是张华,你的英国笔友 Jack写信向你求助如何学好汉语。请你用英语给Jack 回信,内容包括:1.写信的目的;2.你的建议(不少于两条);3.你的希望。
注意:1.词数80左右;2.开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。
Dear Jack,
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Yours,
Zhang Hua
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16、 阅读下面材料,根据上下文填写空白处所需的内容(1个单词)或所提供单词的正确形式。
A young woman has turned her grandfather's shirts into fashionable top s and is inspiring others (do) the same.
Issy Spurway, a 21-year-old student at Loughborough University, didn't want to throw away her grandfather's clothes after he passed . So she decided to transform them into something was wearable while keeping a piece of her grandfather with her. She rearranged pieces (pull) from her grandfather's clothing into (fair) cool designs to youngsters. She (transform) over 100 pieces on her TikTok channel so far. This creative process has provided Issy with a way to remember her grandfather.
"When my grandpa died, I didn't want to throw his clothes away. So I decided to change them into something I could wear and take a piece of him me," said Issy.
Her talent caught the attention of TikTok UK, and she cooperated with them before starting her college year. Now, alongside finishing her degree, Issy works in clothing company in Oxford.
Through her (create), determination, and ability to see the potential in what others might throw away, Issy has not only created unique fashion pieces but also motivated others to find new ways to cherish their loved ones' (belonging).
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17、 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。
Little Ali was a child born in a family with unimaginable 1 . He and his sister had only one pair of 2 .
Every day, her sister would put on the shoes they 3 in gym class, and after class, she would quickly run to their agreed spot,4 the shoes and give them to him so that he could wear them to class. When they both had PE classes at the same time, only one of the two could wear shoes. Both his sister and he were punished more than once for not wearing sneakers.5 their biggest dream was to have a pair of sneakers that didn't need to be too beautiful, so that 6 of them would have to go barefoot during class.
For this dream, Ali 7 in the long-distance race, only because the prize of the third place was a pair of sneakers. He just wanted to finish 8 so he could get the shoes he wanted.
The competition was tough and Ali was 9 over more than once. But in order to win the race, he endured the pain to get up and run again, with only the shoes he had to get in his eyes. The rapid breathing made his chest ache and he was even 10 , but he knew he had to persevere, and 11 by persevering to the end could he get his sister to put on her shoes.
He 12 one person after another, and in desperation, he won first. When all the teachers were ecstatic to 13 him, and the organizer arranged for famous people to take photos with him, he was sad and shed tears. Although he got a 14 prize, that was not what Ali needed most.
Not only did he miss the shoes of his dream, but he found the only pair of shoes on his feet 15 . Ali had mixed feelings. Deep inside, he knew the bottom line for his happiness was a much-needed pair of shoes.
(1)A 、 wealth B 、 sadness C 、 poverty D 、 illness(2)A 、 glasses B 、 shoes C 、 pants D 、 gloves(3)A 、 bought B 、 liked C 、 found D 、 shared(4)A 、 take off B 、 put on C 、 pick up D 、 tear open(5)A 、 But B 、 Yet C 、 So D 、 Because(6)A 、 both B 、 neither C 、 either D 、 none(7)A 、 absorbed B 、 gave C 、 caught D 、 participated(8)A 、 best B 、 first C 、 last D 、 third(9)A 、 pushed B 、 moved C 、 looked D 、 handed(10)A 、 out of breath B 、 in one breath C 、 out of reach D 、 within reach(11)A 、 hardly B 、 heavily C 、 only D 、 slowly(12)A 、 surpassed B 、 failed C 、 hit D 、 dropped(13)A 、 celebrate B 、 congratulate C 、 comfort D 、 confirm(14)A 、 smaller B 、 further C 、 bigger D 、 worse(15)A 、 went out B 、 burned out C 、 taken out D 、 worn out -
18、 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。
In the Chinese lunar calendar, Sanfu refers to the three 10-day periods that are predicted to be the hottest days of the year, which are called Toufu , Zhongfu and Mofu. . Let's take a look at the traditional Chinese ways of spending the dog days of summer.
Receiving the Sanfutie
Sanfutie, or Sanfu medicinal patch, is a bandage made of traditional Chinese herbal medicine. Practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine(TCM) believe that receiving Sanfutie during the hottest summer days is effective for coughs, asthma(哮喘) and arthritis(关节炎); it is a patchwork solution for winter ills in summer.
Eating dumplings during Toufu
When the dog days come, people tend to lose their appetites. Jiaozi, or boiled dumplings, can refres h people's feelings toward food. Actually jiaozi is an all-time classic, with 2,000 years of history. Besides Sanfu, people eat it at Liqiu, the start of autumn, and Dongzhi, the start of winter.
Eating noodles during Zhongfu
They are believed to help people sweat and relieve internal heat. Some time-honored noodle restaurants around China have increased their supply and launched new products.
Eating Chinese egg pancake during Mofu
As Mofu comes, the weather turns cool. And it is easy to get cold if a person keeps eating noodles drenched in sweat. People, especially those living in North China, customarily eat the Chinese egg pancake.
As the weather in Changsha, capital of Hunan province, is hot with heavy rainfall in summer, people there eat rooster during Sanfu, especially during Toufu. They believe that it can clear the damp. There is an old saying that goes "A rooster at the start of Sanfu,a healthy body the whole year."
Drinking mutton soup
There is a custom in Southern Shandong province where people drink mutton soup during Sanfu, Many people go to local restaurants to drink mutton soup, which is called "summer mutton soup".
A. Eating rooster.
B. Clear the damp.
C. Sanfu usually comes between mid-July to mid-August.
D. Sanfutie is believed to be a supportive therapy to diseases.
E. The second phase of Sanfu is traditionally a time for consuming noodles.
F. People assume that mutton which is hot in nature can relieve internal cold.
G. It has enjoyed a revival in recent years as more patients turn to TCM treatment.
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19、 阅读理解
Making the decision to put efforts in healthy lifestyle changes is not easy. Making sustainable lifestyle changes is a process that takes time, devotion and patience. Psychologists have found that it takes an average of 66 days for a new habit to become automatic(无意识的), but the truth is that building and maintaining lifestyle changes is highly dependent on each individual. However, there are some easy strategies that can help you develop a lifestyle change plan that works for you.
Focus on the whole picture. Lifestyle changes are like a puzzle(拼图). There are many pieces that make the whole picture. Building habits in only one area of the puzzle will leave your picture lacking dimension(维度). Your physical, mental, and emotional health all work together to make or break lifestyle changes, so it is important to understand how they all interact when setting up your lifestyle change plan.
Set realistic and achievable goals. The goals you set for yourself are necessary for total success in changing your lifestyle. Focus on setting goals that are realistic. Instead of expecting to run a marathon(马拉松) in six months, shoot for running a 5-kilometer race then work up to the marathon. Setting realistic goals that you can achieve and then building on them will help you keep going.
Adopt new habits slowly and build on success. Building habits takes time. Be patient with yourself and understand that the fastest way forward isn't always the smartest way forward. The goal in creating lifestyle changes isn't to get to the finish line as quickly as possible. The goal is to build habits that are sustainable in your everyday life. So give yourself time to start small and build on success so that the result is reliable.
(1)、What does paragraph 1 mainly talk about?A、66 days are more than enough to change one's life. B、It is not easy to make long-term lifestyle changes. C、People pay little attention to changing their lifestyles. D、Individuals follow the same way to form a new habit.(2)、What does the sentence "Lifestyle changes are like a puzzle." in Paragraph 2 mean?A、Lifestyle changes make the life very colorful and meaningful. B、Interacting with others gets the plan about life to go smoothly. C、Finding the right pieces for lifestyle changes is a difficult task. D、Lifestyle changes require different elements to work together.(3)、Why does the author refer to marathon in Paragraph 3?A、To encourage people to set challenging goals. B、To show the importance of professional sports. C、To advise people to be realistic about the goals. D、To compare it with various types of races in life.(4)、What's the tone of this passage?A、Humorous B、Persuasive C、Critical D、Argumentative -
20、 阅读理解
According to a study done by University of Michigan researchers in 2017, shopping to reduce stress was 40 times more effective at giving people a sense of control and as a result, shoppers were three times less sad compared to those that only browsed(浏览) for items.
More than half of the 1,000 consumers surveyed by Credit Karma said they have impulsively(冲动地) shopped to deal with feelings of stress, anxiety or depression. 23 percent of respondents(被调查对象) said they've maxed out a credit card in the past year.
Young, roughly under 40 years old, 68 percent, responded by saying they have stress spent in the past, compared to 53 percent of those aged between 43-58 and only 26 percent of senior people.
In regard to genders, 48 percent of men and 31 percent of women who have stress spent said they had purchased alcohol when stressed. Eighty-two percent of women stress spent on clothing compared to 52 percent of men. Women also lead stress spending for jewellery, 42 percent, compared to 22 percent for men with men stress spending more for electronics 44 percent while 30 percent for women.
In fact, shopping to reduce stress can actually help you live a healthier life by making sure that your blood pressure is lowered. Shopping to relieve stress is also called retail therapy(购物疗法) as a form of regulating stress.
The survey found that 82 percent had positive feelings about their purchases and that the positive mood that followed those purchases was long-lasting.
Every coin has two sides, and the side effects of retail therapy are not to be overlooked. To avoid those results, the following tips may count.
⒈Prepare a shopping list
Whether you're purchasing Christmas presents or buying groceries, having the items you need written down will provide you with clarity and order while you're shopping. Reward yourself for sticking to your list and you'll be more likely to stick to it: buy a cup of coffee while shopping or plan a fun activity when you return home.
⒉Avoid temptations(诱惑)
Think about what you struggle with most financially. Make a list of where your money is going and take necessary steps to avoid temptations. For example, if you spend too much money on dining out on the weekends, stock your cupboard with groceries on Friday so you'll be more likely to stay in and cook.
⒊Don't keep up with the Joneses
Give up the need to keep up with your neighbors, co-workers, and friends. Everyone's financial situation is different and it depends upon a variety of factors. Comparison leads to debt and dissatisfaction with what you already have. Appreciate what you currently have by being thankful.
(1)、What have researchers from University of Michigan found?A、Shoppers tend to be less sad than browsers. B、Shopping can contribute to anxiety and stress. C、Shopping helps ease pressure most effectively. D、Shopping is the best way to give people a sense of control.(2)、From the survey conducted in 2017, what can be inferred?A、Men responded to stress more actively than women. B、Consumption habits were the same among different genders. C、The younger the people were, the more likely they were to have stress spent. D、Only 23% of the respondents shopped to deal with stress or depression.(3)、Which of the following is true according to the tips in the passage?A、Prepare a shopping list, and you will shop quickly. B、Cooking by yourself helps you resist all temptations. C、"Keep up with the Joneses" means "Compare with others". D、The three tips will help us avoid impulsive shopping completely.(4)、Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A、Does shopping help reduce stress? B、How can we cope with stress? C、What advantages does retail therapy have? D、Why do women tend to shop under depression?