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1、 阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
"Who's that, Grandma?" Four-year-old Taylor pointed to a delicate gold photo frame I had placed on my desk. "That's great-grandma Gladys, "I replied.
I 1 the picture, my fingers carefully tracing the outline of the familiar face returning my gaze(凝视): her clear blue eyes, the wrinkle lines that 2 her forehead and the tender smile that always comforted me.
My mind was filled with remembrances of my mother. Always the 3 , it seemed she never made anyone angry. Even though she was 4 able physically, she baby-sat my young daughter so I could work. She always made 5 for her grandchildren. Even when she wasn't with them, she was making something for them with her hands.
Then her illness 6 . The doctor wanted to experiment with a (an)7 that might give her another year of life. She agreed so she could be around to 8 her long-awaited first great-grandchild.
The surgery 9 . Several weeks later, Mom passed away, exactly a month before Taylor's birth. Still in great 10 , I traveled five hundred miles to be with my family and welcome my new grandson.
A few days later, as I 11 Taylor gently to help him sleep, suddenly I understood why she was so 12 taking care of for our family. Her love for us was so deep and so 13 -a love I was only beginning to learn to give.
"She looks like you, Grandma!" Taylor's voice brought me back to the 14 . He touched the gold-framed photo tenderly. My eyes turned to his, and a 15 smile came to my lips and heart, for then I knew my mother's love and peace. It's a legacy (遗产) of love.
(1)A 、 reached for B 、 asked for C 、 threw away D 、 put away(2)A 、 toughened B 、 smoothed C 、 crossed D 、 shaded(3)A 、 peacemaker B 、 daydreamer C 、 fortuneteller D 、 goalkeeper(4)A 、 slightly B 、 merely C 、 thoroughly D 、 barely(5)A 、 money B 、 time C 、 trouble D 、 room(6)A 、 remained B 、 disappeared C 、 relieved D 、 worsened(7)A 、 examination B 、 regulation C 、 operation D 、 reflection(8)A 、 investigate B 、 greet C 、 search D 、 recognize(9)A 、 paused B 、 continued C 、 failed D 、 worked(10)A 、 sorrow B 、 danger C 、 thrill D 、 debt(11)A 、 grabbed B 、 rocked C 、 fixed D 、 teased(12)A 、 astonished at B 、 worried about C 、 impressed with D 、 committed to(13)A 、 unreal B 、 unbearable C 、 unreasonable D 、 unconditional(14)A 、 story B 、 present C 、 memory D 、 destination(15)A 、 soft B 、 proud C 、 bitter D 、 tight -
2、 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。
It's common to communicate by way of text, and that works well for everything from setting plans with a friend to asking you to pick up a grocery item. . Fighting over text, can cause problems and can even break up friendships or partnerships. Ahead, we'll examine why.
• There's no vocal tone involved
When we speak, the person we're talking to can tell how serious or light we are by our tone. . Everything is flat in writing, so without vocal tone to clarify, it's easy to assume the worst in someone and their intentions.
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We also communicate in person through nonverbal ways. How we act physically lets others know how we feel. And without that in text, an argument can be worsened to a terrible point without one person even becoming aware of how upset the other is.
• Different communication paces affect a lot
. And when arguing, it can get even faster. It happens not to read all of a person's reply before you respond again, and the more upset you get, the harder it may be to express yourself clearly or to understand the person you're fighting with.
• Emojis and gifs can be hurtful
In the same way that visual communication tools like emojis and gifs can add fun to conversations, they can also make things much worse in a text disagreement. It can be challenging to know when you've taken emojis or gifs to a hurtful place, especially if the other person holds in that information and doesn't tell you at the moment.
A. Body language is absent
B. Text, on the other hand, has no tone
C. Long-term healthy relationships collapse
D. Texting is generally a quick back-and-forth exchange
E. This happens if he is feeling unsafe in the discussion
F. However, we may have taken communication by text too far
G. Our tone tells us a conversation is heading in the wrong direction
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3、 阅读理解
Why do we universally appreciate cartoons? Because they are visual -the humor unfolds right before our eyes. As writers, we have a unique challenge to craft worlds, including humorous ones, using only words.
At first glance, writers and cartoonists have vastly different toolboxes and skill sets. But if you look closely, you wil notice similar devices, such as simplification, exaggeration (夸张), and contrast.
In many literary forms, decoration enriches a piece. That's not true for humor writing- humor can get lost with too many details. Adding a bit of shading will give depth to an illustration, yet there's usually no need to detail every feature. There's a thin line between plain and funny, and the difference often lies in whether a writer adheres to the universal comedic principle, "less is funnier. "By simplifying complex situations, characters, plots, and reactions, your work becomes more digestible and humorous.
Exaggeration is one of the most straightforward and effective comedic tools. As a humor writer, don't shy away from every chance to stretch the truth, whether by understatement or overstatement. However, effective humor is truth based. The relationship between exaggeration and realism in humor is like stretching a rubber band (橡皮筋). A little stretching, even repeated stretching, is no problem. However, overstretching the band will cause it to break, as well as the humor and the reader's trust.
Contrasting is the juxtaposition (并列) of elements not usually coupled, a technique that cartoonists use to create humorous mismatches by placing significantly different elements side by side. As writers, we can use juxtaposition to brainstorm new humor angles and create funny mismatches.
Humor is at its funniest when it's visual, and writers can craft more humorous material by employing the same techniques used by cartoonists. By thinking and writing visually, you can show the funny to readers.
(1)、What do writers and cartoonists have in common in expressing humor?A、They craft worlds literally. B、They focus closely on details. C、They employ techniques alike. D、They get through to readers easily.(2)、What does the underlined phrase "adheres to" in paragraph 3 probably mean?A、Break. B、Follow. C、Revise. D、Challenge.(3)、What is a way to achieve humour according to the author?A、Overstating simple situations. B、Shying away from the truth. C、Reducing the number of characters. D、Combining uncoupled elements.(4)、Where is the text most probably taken from?A、A review of modern cartoons. B、An essay on the art of writing. C、An introduction to painting skills. D、A guidebook for passionate readers. -
4、 阅读理解
Rushing down the path, the traceur (跑酷者) is on the lookout for his next obstacles such as fire escapes, walls, or fences. As soon as he realizes a massive brick wall stands between him and where he wants to be, he unintentionally grabs on the wall with his hands and lifts himself to stand on top of it. His next move is a jump that lands him back on solid ground; however, noticing that he is unstable, he rolls to avoid injury.
Traceurs are athletes who perform remarkable gymnastics actions in urban environments. Serious traceurs are fascinated not just by the physical challenges of Parkour, but by its philosophy. Those who learn to excel at Parkour claim to develop not just physical fitness, but increased self-confidence and critical thinking skills, as they train themselves to find ways around every obstacle in their paths.
Because of these philosophical foundations, Parkour is often described by traceurs as more of a lifestyle or an art form than a sport. Passionate traceurs are determined to keep Parkour from becoming a competitive attempt. Competition, they argue, devalues the philosophical theory behind Parkour. People who practice Parkour should be more concerned with their relationship to the environment than with a ticking clock, a score, or a cheering crowd. Furthermore, traceurs should work with each other to improve confidence, awareness, and unity. Competition, they argue, only brings about feelings of conflict and disharmony.
While Parkour purists suggest that the philosophy behind Parkour helps to limit injuries, they must remember that not everyone who tries to leap over a mailbox is an experienced traceur trying to get in touch with his or her environment. Adolescents attempting to carry out these acrobatic (杂技的) skills could severely injure themselves. So while newcomers to Parkour might be eager to investigate this art of movement, it would be wise for them to remember the physicality behind the philosophy. After all, philosophy is not much good to a broken leg.
(1)、Why does the author describe a traceur at the beginning?A、To illustrate what Parkour is like. B、To teach ways of avoiding injuries. C、To explain different Parkour moves. D、To highlight the popularity of sports.(2)、How can Parkour enhance a traceur's self-confidence?A、By strengthening physical fitness. B、By winning Parkour competitions. C、By building faith in conquering barriers. D、By grasping some philosophical theories.(3)、What do we know about serious and pure traceurs?A、They are aware of how to treat injuries. B、They suggest individual efforts in the sport. C、They stress the relationship to the environment. D、They are more concerned with remarkable actions.(4)、What does the author advise newcomers to do?A、Face physical challenges boldly. B、Learn from experienced traceurs. C、Start from leaping over a mailbox. D、Consider the risk of severe harm. -
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In Takoma Park, Maryland, in suburban Washington, people, adults or students, lined up at a pay phone outside a restaurant several times a week.
"Once I put the phone out there, it just took off, " said David Schulman, a Takoma Park violinist who created the Bird Calls Phone. Listeners push 1 to hear a yellow-crowned night heron (夜鹭), 7 to hear a pileated (红冠) woodpecker's call and 9 for the distinct scream of a red-tailed hawk. Instructions about how to use the phone are in three languages: English, Spanish and Amharic-a reflection of Takoma Park's Ethiopian community. In all, 10 birds native to the Takoma Park area are featured.
In addition to being fun, listening to Bird songs can reduce stress and anxiety, studies show. Even hearing recordings of birds can relieve negative emotions.
After noticing an abandoned, nonworking pay phone in town, Schulman wondered if he could turn it into something appealing. He said, "I really like the old technology of just picking up a receiver, pressing one button and having something happen. "Schulman thought bringing birds sounds to the abandoned phone was a way to add a bit of nature to the neighborhood.
Takoma Park city officials agreed, and they budgeted $5, 000 to complete the project. Schulman reached out to The McCaulay Library in Ithaca, New York, which agreed to send him a few dozen recordings of native birds. He then managed to gain the help of software engineer and artist Branden Hall to rewire the phone to play different bird calls. Schulman said he persuaded several of his friends to record short descriptions of each bird to go with the calls.
"One thing I like about the Bird Calls Phone is that it's the opposite of a loud broadcast, " Schulman said. "Only one person can listen at a time, and each person will take away their own unique experience. "
(1)、What will listeners hear if they press buttons on the pay phone?A、The calls of native birds. B、Songs in different languages. C、Descriptions of local creatures. D、Instructions on reducing stress.(2)、Which of the following best describes David Schulman?A、Observant and nature-loving. B、Diligent and easy-going. C、Serious and public-spirited. D、Ambitious and kind-hearted.(3)、What can be inferred about the project?A、It encourages art appreciation. B、It presents the harmony among birds. C、It turns loud broadcasts into private phones. D、It receives broad support from the community.(4)、What can be a suitable title for the text?A、A Violinist Specializes in Ecology B、Pick up the Phone, Hear Bird songs C、Close to Nature, Far From Depression D、Turn Trash into Treasure in Washington -
6、 阅读理解
Lighting is a key design feature in your home and deserves consideration, whether it's to brighten up a dull corner or you're planning a full renovation (翻新). Here, we put the spotlight on four key lighting design layers and how you can use them to capture every room of your home in its best light.
General lighting
Think of general lighting as the background layer that casts an even illumination (照明) throughout a room, most commonly from your ceiling lights. As these are often the main source of light for a room, it's wise to have flexible options depending on the time of day, or desired brightness to suit the mood and the room's purpose at the time.
Ambient(氛围的) lighting
Ambient lighting is the layer that adds warmth and softness to your space. Think lamp belt under the kitchen bench, or floor lamps in the corner. Use ambient lighting where you want to encourage rest and comfort, such as living spaces and bedrooms.
Task lighting
The next layer to consider is task lighting for more practical uses. These are brighter and are designed to illuminate workplaces, and are also used for study areas, home offices,, bedside tables and reading corners.
Accentlighting
Accent lighting is placed to create a specific light effect, such as downlights or spotlights to highlight artwork, and wash lights against walls. The layering of accent lighting can be used to highlight architectural details and is an artful way to create focus and play with light in your space.
(1)、What is the major function of general lighting?A、Brightening a dark corner. B、Refreshing the surroundings. C、Lighting up the entire room. D、Adding warmth and softness.(2)、Where is task lighting usually placed?A、Beside the study table. B、Under the kitchen bench. C、In the middle of the ceiling. D、On the wall of the hallway.(3)、Which lighting can highlight a focus artfully?A、General lighting. B、Ambient lighting. C、Task lighting. D、Accent lighting. -
7、 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。
The school I went to had a tradition carried out every year during the eighth-grade graduation: a beautiful gold and green jacket (the school colors)was awarded to the student who had maintained the highest grades for eight years.
I was fourteen and in the eighth grade. I had been a straight-A student since the first grade and this last year had looked forward very much to owning that jacket. My family was so poor that, when I was six, I was given to my grandparents to raise. I couldn't participate in sports at school because we couldn't afford the fees; even though I was quite athletic, there would never be a school sports jacket for me. So, this one, the scholarship jacket, was my only chance.
One day in May, close to graduation, outside the history teacher's classroom, I heard a fierce argument between the principal and my history teacher, Mr. Frank, about giving the scholarship jacket to Joann, whose father is on the Board and owns the only store in town. Frank angrily claimed that he would never lie or falsify(伪造) records.
The principal approached me tentatively: "Martha, there's been a change in policy this year. The Board has decided to charge fifteen dollars for the scholarship jacket this year. So if you are unable to pay the fifteen dollars for the jacket it will be given to the next one in line. Staring at him in shock, I didn't need to ask who that was.
"I'll speak to my grandfather and let you know tomorrow, I gathered all the dignity. I cried on the walk home from the bus stop. I wanted that jacket so much. It represented eight years of hard work and expectation.
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。
Upon arriving home, I told my grandpa what had happened.
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The next day, the principal called me to his office.
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8、 假如你在一个网络论坛上发现外国网友提出了一个英语问题:"What do you want to do most with AI(人工智能)?",请你用英语进行回复, 内容包括:1.回答问题;2.简述理由。
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。
What do you want to do most with Al?
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9、 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。
Chinese ancient civilisation has continued all the way through into modern times, despite the many ups and downs in (it) history. There are many reasons why this has been possible. but one of the main factors has been the Chinese writing system.
At the (begin), written Chinese was a picture-based language. It dates back several thousand years to the use of longgu animal bones and shells on which symbols (carve)by ancient Chinese people.
By the Shang Dynasty, these symbols (become)a well-developed writing system. Over the years. the system developed into different forms, as it was a time when people were divided (geographical), leading to many varieties of dialects and characters. This, however, changed under Emperor Qinshihuang of Qin Dynasty.
Emperor Qinshihuang unified the seven major states into one (unite)country where the Chinese writing system began to develop in one direction. Today, no matter where Chinese people live or dialect they speak, they can all still communicate in writing.
Written Chinese has also become an important means which China's present is connected with its past. The high regard for the Chinese writing system can be seen as an art form. (know) as Chinese calligraphy, which has become an important part of Chinese culture.
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10、 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。
Power of Perseverance (毅力)
There was once a young man named David. Born into a humble family, David had to 1 to make ends meet. However, he was determined to rise above his 2 and achieve greatness.
When David was in high school, he faced bullying (欺负) from his schoolmates, which left him feeling 3 . But instead of giving way to the negativity, he chose to see the situation as a chance for 4 . He 5 throughout the tough times and found strength in overcoming his difficulties.
After graduation, David had a dream of becoming a successful businessman. However, he had no money or 6 in the business world. But he refused to give up.
David 7 his first business project with just a few hundred dollars in his pocket. It was a struggle at first, but he struggled on. Slowly but 8 his business began to 9 . As time passed, his company 10 into a multi-million-dollar enterprise. His 11 and hard work paid off. David learned that tough conditions are not a 12 but a powerful driving force that can 13 us to achieve great things.
David's 14 indicates that we all have the 15 to turn our difficulties into opportunities for growth and success.
(1)A 、 prepare B 、 bet C 、 struggle D 、 run(2)A 、 doubt B 、 ability C 、 average D 、 circumstance(3)A 、 inspired B 、 defeated C 、 concerned D 、 touched(4)A 、 fame B 、 growth C 、 survival D 、 escape(5)A 、 complained B 、 thought C 、 trembled D 、 persevered(6)A 、 energy B 、 ambition C 、 connection D 、 courage(7)A 、 launched B 、 polished C 、 expanded D 、 rebuilt(8)A 、 unsteadily B 、 surely C 、 suddenly D 、 likely(9)A 、 take up B 、 take in C 、 take off D 、 take over(10)A 、 hurried B 、 stole C 、 developed D 、 broke(11)A 、 willpower B 、 productivity C 、 luck D 、 creativity(12)A 、 stepping-stone B 、 milestone C 、 flashlight D 、 roadblock(13)A 、 require B 、 motivate C 、 remind D 、 guide(14)A 、 journey B 、 focus C 、 vision D 、 interest(15)A 、 fantasy B 、 right C 、 belief D 、 potential -
11、 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。
Those who consciously focus on each inhalation (吸气) and exhalation (呼气) could gain some impressive health benefits, especially for those that struggle with meditation (冥想).
A new controlled study among 108 participants (divided into two groups: breathing and meditation)found that over the course of a month, five minutes of daily breath techniques provided similar benefits to mood and anxiety as five minutes of meditation. The study suggests breathing exercises may be a more "effective and powerful" mental health tool than meditation in the treatment of anxiety.
Those who spent five minutes working on their breath each day showed the most stress relief at the end of the month, with day-on-day improvements in their mental and physiological health.
What's more, the study tested three different breathing techniques. Participants who were asked to practice cyclic sighing-when exhalations are pronounced and prolonged-showed greater improvements than those who were asked to practice box breathing-when inhalation, a pause, and exhalation all match in duration—or cyclic hyperventilation (强力呼吸)-when inhalations are longer and exhalations are shorter.
Previous studies have shown that inhalations increase heart rate while exhalations decrease it. Perhaps that's why cyclic sighing is so effective in relaxing the body and mind. Box breathing, on the other hand, is often used by military personnel to remain calm. As humans, we never fully have control over our bodies. Practicing a moment of control, even simply to sigh, could be just what the doctor ordered.
A. One of them seemed to perform the best.
B. That is a reality which shouldn't go unnoticed.
C. Each of the techniques showed the same benefit.
D. Cyclic hyperventilation, on occasion, is used to relieve panic.
E. In fact. participants from the breathing group were even better off.
F. During the study, participants reported on their mood and vital signs.
G. There's something about controlled breathing that seems to set it apart.
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12、 阅读理解
One of the world's greenest office buildings will formally open its doors this week. It's a project of the environmentally progressive Bullitt Foundation. Its ambition is bold: to showcase an entirely self-sustaining office building hoping that others will create similar projects.
The first thing that strikes you about the new Bullitt Center is an emphasis on walking. "In a building this size, any place else in Seattle it would have two elevators. Here, the stairway is obvious and attractive,"says Denis Hayes, CEO of the foundation. He explains there is an elevator, but it's well-hidden. The staircase encourages exercise and the concept helps cut down on energy use.
This is one of dozens of visionary decisions that went into this building. "It has eyes, ears, a nervous system and a brain and it responds to its environment in a way that seeks to optimize (优化) things," he says. He points across the street to a mini weather station. It sends data to the building so it can decide what it should do to conserve energy.
"I think it's fair to say we were all a bit skeptical in the beginning, "says Chris Rogers, the founder of a firm in cooperation with the foundation. Rogers and the others set out to meet the ambitious goals of the Living Building Challenge, a green building standard set by local architects.
Clearly this building is not for everyone. If you think of it as simply an office building, it was relatively pricey to design and build. But if you view it as a laboratory, an educational center and a bold effort to change how things are built, the calculation changes.
Still, one could wonder, is it possible to build more with similar self-sustaining features at a reasonable cost? "If this building isn't reproducible, then this experiment will have failed, says Rogers. But if it is successful, he's optimistic others will follow the foundation's lead. Rogers points out that over the past couple of decades, many builders have been integrating green elements into their buildings.
(1)、What motivates the designers to highlight the stairway?A、To beautify the building. B、To offer convenience. C、To hide the elevator. D、To conserve energy.(2)、Which description best summarizes the Bullitt Center according to paragraph 3?A、A living organism. B、A first responder. C、A brain system. D、A data base.(3)、Which argument does Chris Rogers hold probably?A、It is reasonable to hold doubt in the building's future. B、The building has been inspired by previous efforts. C、The reproduction of the building is crucial. D、The building stands for a progressive force.(4)、Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A、Look Inside The World's Greenest Building B、The Outlook For Green Buildings Is Promising C、How Can We Build More Green Buildings? D、Will This Super Green Building Be Copied? -
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Humans eat an astonishing amount of meat every year-some 800 billion pounds of it, enough flesh to fill roughly 28 million dump trucks. Our desire for meat, particularly in industrialized countries like the United States, is one reason why the planet is warming as fast as it is. Raising animals consumes a lot of land that could otherwise soak up carbon. Cows. sheep, and goats give out heat-trapping methane (甲烷). And to grow the corn, soy, and other plants that those animals eat, farmers spray fertilizer that emits nitrous oxide (一氧化二氮), another planet-warming gas.
Cutting out meat sounds like an effective approach. But what would happen if everyone actually stopped eating meat tomorrow? Such a quick shift probably wouldn't cause the sort of turmoil that would come if the planet immediately abandoned fossil fuels. But still, the consequence could be quite chaotic, causing different problems.
Researchers say the economic damage caused by the sudden disappearance of meat would fall disproportionately on low-income countries with farming economies, like Niger or Kenya, where farming and raising livestock are critical sources of income. Getting rid of livestock overnight would not only deprive many people of essential nutrients, but also threaten food security, especially in regions like South Asia and sub-Saharan Africa. Besides, there's the issue of cultural damage. Taking away meat, according to Wilson Warren, a history professor at Western Michigan University, would do more than just deprive Americans of hot dogs and hamburgers and Italians of salami.
Rejecting meat entirely, let alone immediately, isn't an ideal solution to the climate crisis. Dutkiewicz, a political economist at the Pratt Institute, suggested using guidelines established by the EAT-Lancet Commission, an international group of scientists who have designed a diet intended to give people the nutrients they need without destroying the planet.
(1)、What can be inferred from the first paragraph?A、Feeding animals costs more than growing plants. B、The USA consumes the most meat annually. C、Meat consumption may increase global warming. D、Fertilizer should be banned around the world.(2)、What does the underlined word "turmoil" mean in paragraph 2?A、Prediction. B、Disorder. C、Pollution. D、Shortage.(3)、Abandoning meat immediately might lead to ____.A、the global crisis B、improved well-being C、cultural diversity D、food safety issues(4)、What might the author continue talking about?A、The declining meat industry. B、Specific diet suggestions. C、Global climate crisis. D、Farmers' protest. -
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I was sitting in between my parents on a 15-hour flight from Toronto to Seoul, where I was going to negotiate a book project. My Airbnb had enough room for us all. So when my parents brought it up as a half-joke that they would come, too, I didn't think it was unreasonable.
I was merely 8 when we embarked on our immigration journey. Korea was their country. They wouldn't need me there as they did in Canada. But the first week proved to be rough. We were upside down with the time change. My father announced that the first thing they wanted to do was visit my grandma's grave(坟墓). We had discussed visiting a few relatives, but going to grandma's grave had never come up. It was starting: family obligations seized my work time. "You guys go, I said. While my father showered, my mother took me aside. "Your dad has always been counting the days for the moment when he can show her how well you grew up. "I laughed but I was deeply moved. So I decided to accompany them.
As we approached the graveyard, I gathered some colored wildflowers from the parking lot and tied them with a long piece of grass. My parents got busy weeding around the headstone. "Your name is on the back, my father said. "See here?" I looked, and there was my Korean name carved beside those of my siblings and cousins. It felt odd to see our names on the headstone all of us, the living and dead, connected. I saw a link in a chain that stretches generations back.
I didn't know how to tell them that the trip was amazing. I realized how I was intertwined with them, and they were interwoven into me. We don't belong to languages or countries. My grandma died only four months before we moved to Canada, when she was too frail(虚弱的) to make the trip. I hope she knows that we did take her, and that maybe all we have is each other.
(1)、What was the main reason for the author's trip to Seoul?A、To visit grandma's graveyard. B、To have a family reunion. C、To work on a project. D、To accompany his parents.(2)、Why did the author initially decline to visit his grandma's grave?A、He was exhausted from the flight. B、He had work commitments. C、He liked visiting other relatives better. D、He preferred exploring alone.(3)、Why did the author's father want to take him to grandma's grave?A、To introduce the author to relatives. B、To fulfil a long-awaited wish. C、To observe a family ceremony. D、To help with weeding.(4)、What did the author realize during the trip?A、Never forget our home country. B、Family is a bridge to our future. C、The world is one big family. D、Home is the bond with people. -
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Beijing People's Art Theater, arguably the most famous professional theater company in China, will present Teahouse by Lao She, which is the cornerstone of its repertory(剧目), as its New York City(NYC) appearance.
Teahouse will play at the Michael Schimmel Center for the Arts in NYC from 27 Nov. 1 Dec. this year. The production will be performed in Mandarin Chinese with simultaneous (同时的) English translation through headphones.
Teahouse is set in a typical, old Beijing teahouse and follows the lives of the owner and his customers through three stages in modern Chinese history, from approximately 1898 to 1948. It brings a cast of over sixty actors delivering their characteristic performance. Together, they reflected the changes in the then Chinese society through the Yutai Teahouse, a place where people from all walks of life came together.
The production in NYC will be the final stop of a U. S. tour that has also included performances in Houston and Los Angeles. As a well-received classic in its homeland, Teahouse is a must-see for everyone interested in contemporary Chinese literature, and anyone interested in catching a glimpse of the remarkable changes in modern China within two hours and thirty minutes.
Tickets are now available to purchase for the price of just $100 apiece(每人) at the booking office. You will enjoy a 5% discount off the price if you purchase through our website or app. For our local theatergoers who have bought our yearly plan, an extra 5% discount will also come your way.
(1)、What can the audience enjoy while watching Teahouse?A、Classical Chinese music. B、Distinctive group performance. C、Grand stage sets. D、Translation on the screen.(2)、Who are most suited for this play?A、Devoted theatergoers. B、Literary critics. C、China enthusiasts. D、English speakers.(3)、How much does an out-of-town tourist need to pay for two tickets online?A、180 dollars. B、190 dollars. C、195 dollars. D、200 dollars. -
16、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What was thought to be harmful to people's health?A、Salty food. B、Sugary food. C、Fatty food.(2)、What should one do to follow the Atkins diet?A、Limit carbs(碳水化合物). B、Avoid meat. C、Control food intake.(3)、Who should avoid the Atkins diet?A、Overweight teenagers. B、Sick people. C、People with poor appetite.
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17、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What will the weather be like tomorrow afternoon?A、Sunny. B、Snowy. C、Rainy.(2)、What does the woman advise the man to do?A、Visit his friends another day. B、Stick to his plan. C、Stay at home.(3)、How does the woman hope to spend her Saturday?A、Training. B、Relaxing. C、Learning.(4)、Where are the speakers?A、In Birmingham. B、In Worcester. C、In London.
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18、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What is the woman probably?A、A writer. B、A teacher. C、A hostess.(2)、When can we hear the man's radio?A、On Sundays. B、From Mondays to Fridays. C、On Thursdays.(3)、Which book mentioned is organized according to alphabet?A、Herbs for Texas. B、Dear Dirt Doctor. C、Plants for Texas.
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19、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A、Tourist and guide. B、Father and daughter. C、Interviewer and interviewee.(2)、What was the most difficult part of the mountain climbing according to the man?A、The ice was dangerous. B、The snow was deep. C、The rocks were small.(3)、How long did it take the man to climb up the mountain?A、About 6 hours. B、About 12 hours. C、About 15 hours.
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20、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、Why did the accident happen?A、A fire broke out in the car. B、The car lost control suddenly. C、The driver was careless.(2)、What can we know from the conversation?A、The car hit a big rock. B、The car wasn't badly damaged. C、The man only got slight wounds.