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As a young girl growing up in France, Sarah Toumi dreamed of becoming a leader who could make the world a better place. Her passion to help others was awakened when, from the age of nine, she accompanied her Tunisian father to his birthplace in the east of the country during holidays. There she organized homework clubs and activities for children. Toumi witnessed first-hand the destructive effect of desertification. "Within 10 years rich farmers became worse off, and in 10 years from now they will be poor. I wanted to stop the Sahara Desert in its tracks." A decrease in average rainfall and an increase in the severity of droughts ( 干 旱 ) have led to an estimated 75 percent of Tunisia's agricultural lands being threatened by desertification.
Toumi recognized that farming practices needed to change. She is confident that small land areas can bring large returns if farmers are able to adapt by planting sustainable crops, using new technologies for water treatment and focusing on natural products and fertilizers (肥料) rather than chemicals.
In 2012, Toumi consolidated her dream to fight the desert. She moved to Tunisia, and set up a programme named Acacias for All to put her sustainable farming philosophy into action. "I want to show young people in rural areas that they can create opportunities where they are. Nobody is better able to understand the impact of desertification and climate change than somebody who is living with no access to water."
By September 2016, more than 130, 000 acacia trees had been planted on 20 pilot farms, with farmers recording a 60 percent survival rate. Toumi estimates that some 3 million acacia trees are needed to protect Tunisia's farmland. She expects to plant 1 million trees by 2018. In the next couple of years, Toumi hopes to extend the programme to Algeria and Morocco.
(1)、How did Toumi's holiday trips to Tunisia influence her?A、They made her decide to leave the country. B、They helped her better understand her father. C、They fired her enthusiasm for helping others. D、They destroyed her dream of being a teacher.(2)、What is the main cause of the desertification of Tunisia's farmland?A、Low rainfall. B、Soil pollution. C、Cold weather. D、Forest damage.(3)、Why did Toumi set up Acacias for All in Tunisia?A、To create job opportunities for young people. B、To help the children obtain a basic education. C、To persuade the farmers not to use fertilizers. D、To facilitate the protection of their farmland.(4)、Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A、Saving Water in Tunisia B、Planting Trees of Native Species C、Holding back the Sahara D、Fighting Poverty in North Africa -
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Food festivals are a common occurrence in the UK and take place in all sorts of places and at all sorts of times. Whatever your taste, there's a food festival to match — no matter how specialized.
⒈Meatopia
This three-day, London-based festival takes place at the end of August and is a meat lover's paradise. In addition to a range of legally sourced meat products, from juicy burgers to tender steaks, attendees can listen to live music, watch butchery demonstrations, and attend informal meat-based workshops.
⒉The National Honey Show
If you have a sweet tooth, then it could be that the National Honey Show, which started in 1921 and is the largest event of its kind, is the place for you to be. This three-day event attracts many local entries who showcase their sweet golden honey, some of which is sold globally.
⒊The Orange Sauce Festival
Have you heard about a festival that is devoted only to orange sauce? Held in Cumbria, this sweet, fragrant festival has been running for 3 years. What attracts people most is a competition to find the best homemade orange sauce. There are thousands of participants from over 30 different countries across the globe, bringing their local snacks to share here.
⒋The Ginger and Spice Festival
If you'd prefer something with a little more kick to it, then you could attend The Ginger (姜) and Spice Festival held in Market Drayton. Unlike other food festivals, it celebrates its town's historic connection to Robert Clive, who returned from India with ginger. Because of this, they specialize in baking gingerbread, but also sell a range of traditional spices from mild to hot.
(1)、What do Meatopia and the National Honey Show have in common?A、They are of the same duration. B、Both of them hold workshops. C、Both of them originated from London. D、Both of them have a long history.(2)、If you are interested in foreign food, which festival do you like best?A、The Meatopia. B、The Ginger and Spice Festival. C、The National Honey Show. D、The Orange Sauce Festival.(3)、What is special about the Ginger and Spice Festival ?A、It has something to do with a historic figure. B、The ginger used in the festival is from India. C、It sells spicy food. D、The food is cooked by Robert Clive. -
3、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、Where did the speaker learn about college?A、From the movies. B、From her family. C、From the books.(2)、What helped change the speaker's attitude towards study?A、Her professor's advice. B、Her graduate program. C、Her trip to Africa.(3)、How does the speaker feel when she talks about her past experiences?A、Regretful. B、Relieved. C、Grateful.(4)、Who is the speaker probably talking to?A、Conservation workers. B、High school students. C、College teachers.
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4、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What has Richard been doing?A、Visiting a museum. B、Watching TV. C、Studying.(2)、Why does Susan call Richard?A、To ask for help. B、To give thanks. C、To make an appointment.(3)、What does Susan want to do?A、See an exhibition. B、Buy a new cell phone. C、Take pictures of the snow.(4)、What will the speakers probably do?A、Go to a park. B、Play football. C、Attend a party.
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5、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What does the news say about big online spenders in the US?A、The number of them grows slowly. B、There are more men than women. C、They make up half of all shoppers.(2)、How much did Americans spend shopping online last year?A、$453 billion. B、$990 billion. C、$1,500 billion.(3)、What did George buy online last Sunday?A、An adventure novel. B、A software package. C、A note by Mark Twain.
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6、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What are the speakers talking about?A、Travel experiences. B、Vacation plans. C、Favorite seasons.(2)、What does the man want to do?A、Go to the beach. B、Find a summer job. C、Move to Washington.
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7、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、Who is arranging the meeting?A、Peter. B、David. C、Janet.(2)、When does the man prefer to have the meeting?A、This Wednesday. B、This Friday. C、Next Monday.
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8、 What did Kevin do yesterday?A、He went swimming. B、He cleaned up his house. C、He talked with his grandparents.
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9、 What can we learn about Tom?A、He's smart for his age. B、He's unwilling to study. C、He's difficult to get along with.
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10、 What is the woman's attitude to the man's suggestion?A、Favorable. B、Tolerant. C、Negative.
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11、 What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A、Strangers. B、Classmates. C、Relatives.
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12、 What will Chris do next?A、Drink some coffee. B、Watch the World Cup. C、Go to sleep.
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13、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。
A lesson from my sister
My elder sister was different. She was socially awkward. She could not look at people in the eye. She would mumble (嘟哝) to herself and repeat the words she had just said. The child psychologist had termed it as "Asperger Syndrome".
She, however, was academically capable. Therefore, we attended the same primary school. Despite this, I never, ever admitted in public that she was my sister. There was one incident, however, that changed how I viewed my sister. It was the incident that changed me.
Being in primary six, about to graduate, the school had made it a must for everyone to perform. Due to my sister's inability to work together with others, she had to do it individually.
"I'll sing," my sister told my parents confidently. Hearing that, I was completely shocked. How could my sister, who was socially awkward, sing in front of the school? I knew so well that if this happened, she would surely embarrass me.
Silently I prayed I would not have to watch my sister disgrace herself. It is fine. No one knows she is your sister. I remember telling myself these exact lines as I sat in the hall, waiting for the performances to start.
The lights dimmed and the curtains parted to reveal the only solo — my sister. It took about a whole minute for her to speak out her name and class and by that time, whispers were heard in the audience. "Why is she taking so long?" People around me asked. I sat nervously in my seat, wishing I were somewhere else.
注意:
1. 所续写短文的总词数应为120左右;
2. 续写部分分为两段,每段的开头语已为你写好。
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Finally my sister started to sing.
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Guilt (内疚) and shame filled my heart as I listened to my sister's wonderful singing.
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14、你校英文报正在开展题为"记一次家务劳动"的征文活动,请你写一篇短文投稿,内容包括:
1. 劳动的内容和过程;
2. 你的感受与收获。
注意:
1. 词数80左右;
2. 题目已为你写好。
An experience of doing housework
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15、 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。
As the Year of the Dragon approached, sales of products with dragon elements have seen explosive (grow) on major e-commerce platforms. Dragon, or long in Chinese, (consider) as an important symbol of Chinese traditional culture, is believed to bring good luck and fortune.
Since January, products with dragon-themed elements, such as clothing, daily necessities and gold jewelry (gain) popularity. Items such as red envelopes, mobile phone cases designed for the Chinese Year of the Dragon have also been favored by consumers, and (they) sales have surpassed those in the Year of the Rabbit last year.
Chinese consumers who buy dragon-themed goods are hoping (live) a better life in the new year and displaying a strong sense national pride and confidence in Chinese culture. The rich cultural meanings and the good wishes the dragon carries have not only stimulated people's passion for buying, but also satisfied their rising demand for personalized and (create) products with unique cultural symbols.
Spring Festival is the traditional festival Chinese people attach the most importance to, and it's also peak season for consumption. The shopping craze for dragon-related products ahead of Lunar New Year is essential for (promote) the recovery of the consumer market.
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16、 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。
The doorbell rang one mid-December evening. I frequently had unexpected visitors in those early days after my husband's 1 . But when my 6-year-old son opened the door, nobody was there. 2 , on the doormat was a box, tied with a silver 3 and a note that said "On the First Day of Christmas..." A mystery.
Sam had died that fall, 4 me the single parent of our two boys, 6 and 8. My sons and I had already 5 to deal with Halloween, and Thanksgiving without Daddy. Still, I was afraid of Christmas. How could December have 6 without my husband?
The next night, the doorbell rang again. Another 7 came, decorated with the same silver ribbon (带子) and 8 the same card reading "On the Second Day of Christmas..."
For the next couple of nights, my boys waited near the front door to see who was leaving the gifts, but the bearer would always choose the moment they left to 9 .
I didn't know who the secret Santa was. But there was one thing I did know. In those dark days of 10 , somebody was shining a light our way with a simple but 11 message: "You are loved." It was such a strange feeling, to be left in darkness on the one hand and drawn so firmly toward 12 on the other. I believe hope will make a(n) 13 .
After 11 days of offerings, we weren't sure what to 14 when we approached home on that 12th night. I trusted there would be 15 .
(1)A 、promotion B 、death C 、retirement D 、operation(2)A 、Otherwise B 、Besides C 、Instead D 、Therefore(3)A 、rope B 、paper C 、flower D 、ribbon(4)A 、leaving B 、finding C 、naming D 、considering(5)A 、agreed B 、planned C 、managed D 、promised(6)A 、arrived B 、returned C 、ended D 、escaped(7)A 、book B 、toy C 、box D 、pet(8)A 、designing B 、including C 、showing D 、making(9)A 、get through B 、set off C 、move on D 、turn up(10)A 、regret B 、sadness C 、anger D 、disappointment(11)A 、annoying B 、funny C 、urgent D 、powerful(12)A 、dream B 、light C 、future D 、home(13)A 、difference B 、effort C 、comparison D 、contribution(14)A 、support B 、offer C 、expect D 、appreciate(15)A 、something B 、nothing C 、anything D 、everything -
17、 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。
Practical ways to improve your problem solving skills
Problem solving skills are increasingly valuable in the workplace. . Here's how to improve your strategy.
Train creativity
Problem-solving at its best requires a mixture of structured analysis and out-of-the-box thinking. To train creativity, individuals must engage in activities that stimulate their imagination and encourage new perspectives (视角). Have free-flowing brainstorming meetings that allow for the exploration of various ideas without immediate judgment. .
Improve communication skills
Clear and brief communication is the key to effective problem-solving, acting as the bridge that connects various perspectives and makes individuals toward a common goal.. Clearly defining the problem statement, its influences and the desired outcomes lays a solid foundation for collaborative efforts. Active listening, on the other hand, is the skill of receiving information with intent and focus. It involves not just hearing words but understanding the differences, emotions and underlying messages.
Use technology
. Whether it's data analysis, artificial intelligence or project management software, putting technology into your problem-solving toolbox can simplify processes and offer innovative solutions. By embracing technology as an enabler rather than a replacement for human decision-making, individuals can use the power of innovation to address complex challenges effectively.
Mistakes are not failures but help you become better. Each misstep provides an opportunity for reflection, learning and refining one's approach to challenges. Analyse what went wrong, identify areas for improvement and use this knowledge to inform your future problem-solving efforts. Creating a culture that removes mistakes within a team or organization trains an environment where individuals feel comfortable admitting errors.
A.Stay informed
B.Learn from mistakes
C.Encourage yourself to think beyond the obvious
D.They could help you achieve more in your personal life too
E.Effective communication begins with expressing yourself well
F.Using tools and technology can really help solve problems better
G.Building trust among team members contributes to problem-solving
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The Africa Sourcing and Fashion Week held in Ethiopia in November attracted over 5,000 visitors. Though the number is not extremely high, the continent is becoming a new global fashion leader, according to a UNESCO report.
Although most African fashion businesses are small and medium-sized enterprises (企业), the report identified a growing number of high-fashion brands concentrated in key markets on the continent. What makes African fashion unique is its authenticity (真实性), according to Kenyan designer Aulga Nato. "If you check most fashion houses elsewhere in the world, they have done so much that they have less creativity in what they are putting out now. Africa, on the other hand, is rich in cloth. We are huge cotton growers, and we are rich in every single way. That's our fashion," she explained.
Africa is a major producer of raw materials (原材料) for the fashion industry, with 37 out of 54 African countries producing cotton and textile exports from the continent averaging $15.5 billion (about 110.2 billion yuan) a year. The continent also has a huge animal population from which it sources animal skins. However, there's a huge shortage of chemicals to make the materials needed to treat the leather (皮革) from animals used in the clothing industry. And the continent still faces challenges related to the movement of people.
Despite these challenges, African designers are giving their best to their work and leading the world in sustainable fashion and practices. African governments have also taken measures to help designers in achieving their aims. It seems that their efforts have paid off. After checking clothing exhibits at a fashion event, Ghanaian exhibitor Solomon Dodoo noticed that every single cloth is unique and there are no two pieces of cloth that look alike.
(1)、What makes Africa have an unusual fashion?A、Its increasing tourism. B、Its huge cotton production. C、A report from the UNESCO. D、The authenticity of its fashion.(2)、What challenge does African fashion face?A、A great need for animal skins. B、Lack of chemicals for treating leather. C、The development of cotton production. D、Shortage of creativity among designers.(3)、Why do African designers overcome challenges successfully?A、They are supported by African governments. B、They abandon unique and sustainable fashion. C、They lead the world in the clothing industry. D、They check clothing exhibits at a fashion event.(4)、What is the best title for the text?A、African Fashion is Popular in the World B、African Designers Face Difficulties in Fashion C、African Countries Have Materials for the Fashion Industry D、Africa's Advantages Promote Its Fashion Industry's Success -
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Take a period of limited rainfall. Add heat. And you have what scientists call a ‘hot drought' — dry conditions made more intense by the evaporative power of hotter temperatures.
A new study, published in the journal Science Advances, Wednesday, finds that hot droughts have become more common and severe across the western U.S. as a result of human-caused climate change. "The frequency of compound warm and dry summers particularly in the last 20 years is unprecedented," said Karen King, lead author of the study and an assistant professor at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville.
For much of the last 20 years, western North America has been under the control of a huge drought that has strained crop producers, city planners and water managers. Scientists believe it to be the driest period in the region in at least 1,200 years. They reached that determination, in part, by studying the rings of trees collected from thousands of sites across the Western U.S..
Cross-sections or cores of trees, both living and dead, can offer scientists windows into climate conditions of the past. Dark scars can show where fires have burned. Pale rings can indicate insect outbreaks. "Narrow rings mean less water," said King, a dendrochronologist, who specialized in tree ring dating. "Fatter rings, more water." Scientists have looked at tree ring widths to understand how much water was in the soil at a given time. King and fellow researchers did something different. They wanted to investigate the density (密度) of individual rings to get a picture of historical temperatures. In hotter years, trees build thick walls to protect their water.
By combining that temperature data with another tree-ring-sourced dataset looking at soil moisture (湿度), the researchers showed that today's hotter temperatures have made the current western huge drought different from its past ones.
It also suggests that future droughts will be worsened by higher temperatures, particularly in the Great Plains, home to one of the world's largest aquifers, and the Colorado River Basin, the source of water for some 40 million people.
(1)、What led to hot droughts?A、Abundant rainfall. B、Climate change. C、Appropriate temperatures. D、Dry summers.(2)、What does the underlined word "strained" in paragraph 3 probably mean?A、Protected. B、Surprised. C、Stressed. D、Helped.(3)、What do the researchers find about hot droughts?A、They will not happen in the future. B、They are affected by those tree rings. C、They are similar in intensity to past droughts. D、They have become more frequent and severe.(4)、What is the author's purpose in writing the text?A、To entertain readers with a fictional story. B、To persuade readers to protect environment. C、To inform readers of severity of hot droughts. D、To share personal experiences and reflections. -
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Adding to the achievements of a remarkable year, Taylor Swift has been named Time magazine's Person of the Year for 2023.
Already a superstar before 2023, Swift's career has reached new heights thanks to the beginning of her Eras Tour that brought her 3.5-hour performance to 66 shows in 23 cities across North America, Argentina and Brazil. Promoted by her tour, Swift has been named the most-streamed female artist in the history of Spotify and Apple Music. According to Billboard, the tour made about $900 million (about 6.4 billion yuan) in 2023. In addition, the tour's movie Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour became the biggest concert movie of all time, taking more than $250 million globally.
As she was declared (宣布) a billionaire by Bloomberg in November, a hidden "Taylor Swift economy" also promoted sales for business owners across the US. From soaps to a cruise inspired by her different "eras", interest in Swift-related products went way up.
Apart from her financial contributions, Swift made a significant cultural impact by taking back control of her music. In 2019, her old record label, Big Machine, sold the master tapes of her first six albums (专辑) to Scooter Braun. The sale meant that she didn't have the rights to the albums. In response to this, Swift began re-recording her first six albums, tagging (加标签于) them "Taylor's Version". This move stressed her belief that artists deserve to own their work. "It's all in how you deal with loss," she told Time. "I respond to extreme pain by resisting."
Heading into 2024, Swift will start the Eras Tour again in Japan and Australia. As USA Today noted, "Her current top has been a long time coming, but it may also be just beginning."
(1)、What do we know about Taylor Swift?A、She broke a new record on her tour. B、She toured South America before 2023. C、Her achievements received great recognition. D、Her performance began with the Apple Music.(2)、How did Taylor Swift benefit from her Eras Tour?A、She proved herself to be an artist. B、She learned to make some products. C、She got rich and regained album rights. D、She sold her master tapes to a company.(3)、What can we learn about Taylor Swift from the last paragraph?A、She will end her music career. B、She will continue her Eras Tour. C、She will reach her top in Japan. D、She will make a record in Australia.(4)、What is the author's attitude towards Taylor Swift?A、Admirable. B、Uncaring. C、Doubtful. D、Critical.