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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。
If your friends are happy, it turns out that you're more likely to be happy too. If your friends are overweight, that too ups the likelihood that you'll pack on pounds.
The researchers analyzed the running activity of more than a million individuals worldwide who used an exercise tracking device for five years. They used weather patterns as a way to randomly examine different parts of that global network. On average, fine days would encourage people to run more, rainy or cold days less.
Since different cities have different weather patterns, this natural experiment allowed them to ask: Did a rainy day in New York affect running in San Diego? If the weather in New York caused changes in the running behavior in San Diego, it could possibly happen through peer influences of the friends. The behavior of one city's runners could indeed affect the behavior of runners in another socially connected city.
Women tended to be influenced more by the female runners in their networks And less active runners tended to influence more active runners to run more, but not so much the other way around. "We have to start thinking about consumers and citizens as networked consumers and citizens. Since they are easily influenced by and influence their social network in very strong and dynamic ways, it will change the way a particular intervention succeeds or fails." Sinan Aral, the leading researcher said.
Or, let's put it this way. Next time, the doctors recommend people to do more exercise.
A. There were a few more findings.
B. That was exactly what the researchers saw.
C. More difficulties remained to be worked out.
D. They will tell the same to their friends and family, too.
E. The result provides some practical guidance for professionals.
F. Runners in one city would run as much as peers in another city.
G. Now researchers have identified another similar quality: exercise.
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If you've got more than one kid, you're showing favoritism, whether you know it or not
"Parents may favor one child over another, for a lot of reasons. The child may have an easy temperament (性情) or might behave particularly well or may look like you," says Susan Newman, a psychologist. "But regardless of the reason, every child must be made to feel loved and special, in order to fully develop." Newman warns that favoring one child over their siblings (兄弟姐妹) publicly can have a significantly negative effect.
"The unfavored child can feel defeated, and unmotivated, as a result of working hard to get parental support, with no success," says Yelena Gidenko, a licensed counselor. "He or she may also suffer from depression and become angry, bitter, or jealous," she adds Children feeling this way may act out, in an effort to get their parent's attention, making matters worse. They may also behave inappropriately, becoming the black sheep, which they believe their parents already see "Unfavored children may have a hard time accepting who they are, since they do not feel accepted by their parents," adds Gidenko.
Favoritism is not exactly a boon for the favored child, either. Kids who feel that they are their parent's favorite sometimes translate that into a go pass for their behavior in future relationships. "Favored children may feel a sense of entitlement, and that rules do not apply to them," says Gidenko. This can negatively affect the way they act in school, at work, and in their friendships.
It may seem absurd, but the opposite can also occur. Favored children may experience anxiety and insecurity, resulting from their favorite child status. "Children are observant. They know when they are getting praise for things they have not earned, such as being your favorite. For this reason, they know, and fear, that these things might be taken away from them at any time, for any reason," says Gidenko.
Newman urges parents to remember that it's not possible to treat children equally because they are all different. What parents can, and should do is talk to their kids about how, and why, they treat them the way they do. "According to research, parents don't talk about this. They don't say why one child gets more time than another. If they do, they are preserving their bond with each child," says Newman.
(1)、What can we learn about unfavored children?A、They want to please their parents. B、They care little about their siblings. C、They tend to lack a sense of identity. D、They hope to be the black sheep of the family.(2)、What does the underlined word "boon" in paragraph 4 mean?A、Blessing B、Challenge C、Honor. D、Burden.(3)、What does Newman suggest parents do in the last paragraph?A、Treat their children equally. B、Explain themselves to their children. C、Strengthen their bond with their children. D、Remove the differences between their children.(4)、What is the text mainly about?A、The solutions to parental favoritism. B、The consequences of parental favoritism. C、An analysis of why parents play favorites. D、A contrast between favored and unfavored children. -
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I ask every student I interview for admission to my institution, Pitzer College, the same question, "What do you look forward to the most in college?" I was astonished and delighted recently when a student replied, "I look forward to the possibility of failure." Of course, this is not how most students respond to the question when sitting before the person who can make decisions about their academic futures, but this young man took a risk.
"You see, my parents have never let me fail," he said. "When I want to take a chance at something, they remind me it's not a safe route to take. Taking a more demanding course or trying an activity I may not succeed in, they tell me, will ruin my chances at college admission."
I wish I could tell you this is an uncommon story, but kids all over the world admit they are under great pressure to be perfect. When I was traveling in China last fall and asked a Chinese student what she did for fun, she replied: "I thought I wasn't supposed to tell you that. I wouldn't want you to think I am not serious about my work!"
Students are usually in shock when I laugh and tell them I never expect perfection. Of course, this goes against everything they've been told. How could a dean (院长) of admission at one of America's most selective institutions not want the best and the brightest? The reality is, perfection doesn't exist, and we don't expect to see it in a college application. In fact, admission officers tend to question students who present themselves as individuals without shortcomings.
We get the most excited when we read an application that seems real. It's so rare to hear stories of defeat. If their perspectives are of lessons learned, these applicants tend to jump to the top at highly selective colleges. We believe an error in high school should not define the rest of your life, but how you respond could shape you forever.
(1)、What can we learn about the student in the first two paragraphs?A、He is taught not to take risks. B、He tries to avoid any chance of failure. C、He cares little about his academic futures D、He is seldom allowed to take part in activities.(2)、Why does the author mention the Chinese student in paragraph 3?A、To emphasize the importance of hard work. B、To compare students from different countries. C、To give an example of the students he favors. D、To illustrate the widespread stress on students(3)、What is probably admission officers' attitude towards a perfect application?A、Doubtful. B、Confused. C、Favorable. D、Casual.(4)、What is the key to success in college according to the author?A、A desire for perfection. B、The ability to learn from defeats. C、The opportunity of making mistakes. D、An experience of defeat in high school. -
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It's been nearly seven years since a group of volunteers broke ground at What Cheer Flower Farm in Providence, Rhode Island, with a simple goal: get flowers into the hands of anyone in need of a pick-me-up. Best of all, each one of the tens of thousands of bouquets that What Cheer grows and delivers are completely free of charge.
"We want to blanket the state with flowers and create happiness and joy," says Erin Achenbach, What Cheer's farmer and head florist.
What Cheer regularly delivers joy to people at local hospitals, food banks, senior centers, recovery centers and more-including AIDS Care Ocean State, which provides support to those affected by HIV.
"Seeing the smiles on people's faces who weren't expecting it—who just came in to have a meeting with their case manager or take advantage of one of our programs—to just see this glow come off their faces is great," says Stephen Hogan Jr. from AIDS Care Ocean State.
Located in Providence's industrial Olneyville neighborhood, What Cheer's flower beds lie on 2. 7 acres that once housed a knife factory. And it's safe to say that the What Cheer crew is deserving of some flowers of their own: In May, the nonprofit was awarded a record-high$500, 000 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency for its continued revival of a land once abandoned because of industrial pollution.
"Not only do we give this space back to the neighborhood by bringing life to space that's quite literally dead," says Achenbach, "but we're an eco-landing spot with the ability to help local insect and bird populations, and that'll only make people's lives better." What cheer, indeed!
"What's good about a flower is that it doesn't need anything else," she adds. "Your only job when someone gives you flowers is to enjoy them."
(1)、What was the original purpose of What Cheer?A、To donate money to those in need. B、To present people with flowers for free. C、To protect the surrounding environment, D、To develop new flowers and distribute them.(2)、Why could What Cheer obtain a high grant?A、It ranked as the local largest flower bed. B、It helped patients recover from illnesses. C、It delivered remarkable joy to local people. D、It was transformed into an eco-friendly area.(3)、What can be inferred from Achenbach?A、The success of What Cheer can't be copied. B、What Cheer improves the well-being of locals. C、What Cheer attempts to return the land to locals. D、Enjoying flowers should be advocated every day.(4)、Which of the following does the experience of What Cheer convey?A、Still water runs deep. B、Think twice before acting. C、God help those who help themselves. D、The roses in her hand; the flavor in mine. -
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Lonely Planet'sTop Places to Go in 2024
Are you looking for inspiration for your next travel destination? Lonely Planet has published its yearly list of top places to go. Whether you're looking for adventure, culture, or value, there's something for every type of traveler. Let's explore the top picks for travel destinations in 2024
Top City:Nairobi
Nairobi, the Kenyan capital, was chosen for its unique music and dance culture, and impressive local restaurants. Nairobi National Park, just a short drive out of the city's central business district, is a must-see, where visitors can see over-400 species wandering the open grass plains while skyscrapers twinkle on the horizon.
Top Country:Mongolia
Mongolia is loved for its wide-open spaces, adventure activities, and unique food. The Mongolian government has announced 2023 through. 2025: as: the "Years to Visit Mongolia" easing entry conditions for international travelers and improving public facilities, including a new $650 million airport.
Top Sustainable Travel Destination:Spain
The publisher also recommended Spain for the country's efforts to expand renewable energy, to develop off-season travel, and to bring tourism to new destinations, such as the port city of Valencia, easing pressures on hot spots such as Barcelona.
Top Best-Value Location:The American Midwest
The American Midwest, including the cities of Chicago and Detroit, is also on the list, as it offers a high-quality travel experience at a reasonable cost. Visitors can enjoy excellent services and facilities, such as old warehouses transformed into art studios, new eco-design hotels, and Michelin-starred restaurants, without having to spend too much money.
Top Beach Destination:Donegal
Donegal Ireland's most northwestern county, has the country's longest coastline and over 100 beaches, where visitors can enjoy the highest sea cliffs in Europe and miles of beautiful coastal hiking trails.
(1)、What can people do in Nairobi National Park?A、Enjoy adventure activities. B、Taste local delicious cuisine. C、See various wild animals D、Appreciate musical performances.(2)、Why is The American Midwest considered to be the Best-Value Location?A、It has simplified entry procedures. B、It offers cost-effective experiences. C、It combines art with natural scenery. D、It provides good transportation services.(3)、What is the main purpose of the text?A、To entertain. B、To analyze. C、To inform. D、To report -
6、 听下面一段独白,回答问题。(1)、Where can you buy tickets for Universal Studios Beijing?A、From a dining outlet. B、From the Fast Pass systems. C、From the official website.(2)、What is necessary for you to bring if you visit Universal Studios?A、A pair of sneakers. B、Sunglasses. C、The park's regulations.(3)、What is forbidden in the park?A、Outside drinks. B、Smoking. C、Snacks.(4)、What can help save some time in queues?A、Buying tickets online. B、Wearing appropriate footwear. C、Making use of fast passes.
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7、 听下面一段对话,回答问题。(1)、What did the woman think lacked freshness?A、The fish. B、The rolls. C、The miso soup.(2)、What was the problem with the tofu sushi?A、It was not fresh. B、It had a weird taste. C、It tasted like water.(3)、What are the speakers going to do later?A、Go back to the company. B、Go to their usual sushi place. C、Have some dessert to make up.
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8、 听下面一段对话,回答问题。(1)、What are they talking about?A、A new movie. B、A famous actor. C、A treasure hunt adventure.(2)、What does the woman like best?A、The visual effect. B、The plot. C、The cast.(3)、Why does the man decide to see the movie?A、Because of Tom Johnson. B、Because of the woman. C、Because of Michael Wilson.
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9、 听下面一段对话,回答问题。(1)、Where does the conversation take place?A、On the phone. B、In the bank. C、At the hospital.(2)、Who might be the woman?A、A police officer B、A nurse. C、A cheat.(3)、What was true according to the conversation?A、There was a car accident in the morning. B、The man didn't have cash with him. C、The woman called a wrong number.
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10、 听下面一段对话,回答问题。(1)、Where does the woman want to go?A、The bus station B、The city center. C、The City Bank.(2)、How will the woman get to her final destination?A、On foot. B、By train. C、By taxi.
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11、 What did the woman do today?A、She went shopping. B、She took a bus home. C、She had her yoga class.
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12、 What is the relationship between the speakers?A、Boss and secretary. B、Receptionist and patient. C、Doctor and nurse.
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13、 Why does Jim refuse to go camping?A、He prefers to stay at home. B、He has a project to finish. C、He needs to prepare potatoes.
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14、 Who probably picked the woman's peaches?A、Her son. B、The man. C、Her neighbor.
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15、 What is the best part of Mike's homework?A、The grammar. B、The handwriting. C、The story
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16、 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。
I met Gunter on a cold, wet and unforgettable evening in September. I had planned to fly to Vienna and take a bus to Prague for a conference. Due to a big storm, my flight had been delayed by an hour and a half. I touched down in Vienna just 30 minutes before the departure of the last bus to Prague. The moment I got off the plane, I ran like crazy through the airport building and jumped into the first taxi on the rank without a second thought.
That was when I met Gunter. I told him where I was going, but he said he hadn't heard of the bus station. I thought my pronunciation was the problem, so I explained again more slowly, but he still looked confused. When I was about to give up, Gunter fished out his little phone and rang up a friend. After a heated discussion that lasted for what seemed like a century, Gunter put his phone down and started the car.
Finally, with just two minutes to spare we rolled into the bus station. Thankfully, there was a long queue still waiting to board the bus. Gunter parked the taxi behind the bus, turned around, and looked at me with a big smile on his face. "We made it," he said.
Just then I realised that I had zero cash in my wallet. I flashed him an apologetic smile as I pulled out my Portuguese bankcard. He tried it several times, but the card machine just did not play along. A feeling of helplessness washed over me as I saw the bus queue thinning out.
At this moment, Gunter pointed towards the waiting hall of the bus station. There, at the entrance, was a cash machine. I jumped out of the car, made a mad run for the machine, and popped my card in, only to read the message: "Out of order. Sorry."
注意:(1)续写词数应为150个左右;(2)请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
I ran back to Gunter and told him the bad news.
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Four days later, when I was back in Vienna, I called Gunter as promised.
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17、 你校将举办英语演讲比赛。请你以Be smart online learners为题写一篇发言稿参赛,内容包括:
1. 分析优势与不足;
2. 提出学习建议。
注意:
1. 写作词数应为80个左右;
2. 题目和首句已为你写好。
Be smart online learners
Good morning, everyone.
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18、 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。
The award-winning photograph — of a man who had lost a leg in a bomb attack in Syria (lift) into the air his son born limbs(手足), another victim of the country's civil war — went viral last year in Italy.
The picture of Mustafa and his father, both with loving smiles, was taken in January 2021 by Turkish photographer Mehmet Aslan called "Hardship of Life", was declared photo of the year at the Siena awards last year.
(amaze), the emotional and shocking picture (make) the headlines in Italy and spread internationally on social media, causing the festival's organizers to take action and start a fundraising drive to get treatment for the father and son. Finally, Munzir El Nezzel, the man in the picture, and his son Mustafa arrived in Italy after a (remark) effort by the organizers of the Siena International Photo Awards.
Prosthetics(义肢)experts in Italy will meet Mustafa and his father in coming weeks (design) new artificial limbs for them. Gregorio Teti, (direct) of the facility, said that the father could recover most of his mobility in a few weeks. For Mustafa, process could be longer.
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19、 阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Does happiness favor those of a 1 age, sex, or income level? Does happiness come with 2 close relationships?
Social scientists have exploded some myths about who is happy and who is not by identifying predictors of happiness and life satisfaction. Many people believe there are unhappy times of life — typically the stress-filled teen years, the "mid-life crisis" years, or the 3 years of old age. But interviews with people of all ages reveal that no time of life is remarkably happier or unhappier.
4 do change with age: Satisfaction with social relations and health becomes more important in5 life. And teens, 6 adults, typically rebound(反弹) 7 gloom and joy within an hour's time.
Yet knowing someone's age gives no 8 to the person's lasting sense of well-being. Does happiness have a 9 sex? Are men happier because of their greater incomes and social 10 ? Are women happier because of their supposedly 11 capacity for intimacy and social connection? Like age, gender gives no clue to subjective well-being. There are gender gaps when misery strikes: Men more often become alcoholic, while women more often think deeply and get 12 . Yet men and women are equally likely to declare themselves "very happy" and "satisfied" with life. This conclusion is 13 in scores of studies around the world.
Living standards have risen during the past years and are 14 to continue rising in the decades ahead. Does that mean that we humans can look forward to increasing happiness? Not necessarily. Steady improvements in the economy are not 15 by a steady increase in people's appreciation of their own happiness.
(1)A 、 particular B 、 different C 、 partial D 、 special(2)A 、 interesting B 、 annoying C 、 sophisticated D 、 satisfying(3)A 、 reducing B 、 declining C 、 decreasing D 、 disappearing(4)A 、 Choices B 、 Goals C 、 Emotions D 、 Tastes(5)A 、 later B 、 earlier C 、 former D 、 latter(6)A 、 like B 、 unlike C 、 with D 、 as(7)A 、 between B 、 around C 、 from D 、 within(8)A 、 ideas B 、 truth C 、 fact D 、 clue(9)A 、 favorable B 、 favorite C 、 fixed D 、 popular(10)A 、 reputation B 、 scale C 、 strength D 、 power(11)A 、 heavier B 、 smaller C 、 greater D 、 less(12)A 、 thrilled B 、 exhausted C 、 depressed D 、 inspired(13)A 、 based B 、 proven C 、 found D 、 grounded(14)A 、 supposed B 、 expected C 、 determined D 、 devoted(15)A 、 driven B 、 dominated C 、 accompanied D 、 improved -
20、 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。请将答案写在答题卷上。
Do you have a passion for art? Believe it or not, you don't need a special degree or certification to get your art career started. It's definitely not impossible, however. With enough focus, drive, and determination, you might see your art goals become a reality. We've put together a list of tips and tricks to help you get started on your artistic journey.
Give yourself a foundation with art skills. Art fundamentals, like perspective, anatomy (解剖), and composition are important building blocks in your art career. These skills may seem basic, but they'll make a big difference in your future art pieces.
Sign up for online classes.
Pick an online class that fits your art niche. From traditional sketches to digital art, there are tons of classes out there that can help you refine specific art skill sets. Search online for classes run by professional artists — these are great, hands-on ways to improve your skills. A lot of professional classes cost money.
Inquire about feedback.
Friends or art acquaintances can be a big help. They can help point out areas of improvement, so you know what to focus on in the future.
Go easy on yourself.
Becoming a self-taught artist is a long journey. Instead, love and accept your art for what it is instead of expecting it to be of professional caliber right away.
A. Learn the basics.
B. Focus on painting techniques.
C. Being a self-taught artist isn't easy.
D. Don't compare your art to the real artists'.
E. However, some universities offer free art classes.
F. Ask a second pair of eyes to look at your artwork.
G. And you don't need to be an expert to experience art.