1、 We may find that learning a foreign language doesn’t have to be ______ learning our native language.______, our native language is very difficult to learn.
A. twice as hard as; In other word
B. twice as hard as; In other words
C. two times as hard as; In another words
D. two times as hard as; In a word
2、Some languages, _________ French, Italian and Spanish, come from Latin．
A．except B．such as C．for example D．that is
3、The first thing ________my brother is going to do this afternoon is to study physics.
A．which
B．what
C．that
D．in which
4、—“I haven’t heard from my parents these days,” said Mary.
—Mary said
A.that I haven’t heard from my parents these days.
B.that she haven’t heard from her parents these days.
C.that she hadn’t heard from her parents those days.
D.that she didn’t hear from her parents those days.
5、Mr Smith ______ a book, which will probably be completed next month.
A．writes
B．has written
C．will be writing
D．has been writing
6、With all your energies the study of French, you will master the language.
A．concentrated in
B．concentrating in
C．concentrated on
D．concentrating on
7、 It is reported that a space station ______ on the moon in years to come.
A. will be building B. will be built
C. has been building D. has been built
8、The movie is not quite as good as the play ____ was adapted from.
A.that B.which C.it D.what
9、 ---Have you got any job offers?
---No. I _____.
A. waited B. had been waiting
C. have waited D. am waiting
10、Nuclear ______ be really dangerous at times even though it’s a nice energy in general.
A. shall B. should C. can D. must
11、 The message is very important, so it is supposed _______ as soon as possible.
A. to be sent B. to send C. being sent D. sending
12、Sadly, the child star became one of one-hit wonders that _______ occasionally, only to disappear without signs.
A．spring up
B．hang up
C．stay up
D．end up
13、Those have six or more close friends are described as "very happy".
A. whose B. who
C. which D. when
14、If you are caught cheating in the exam, you’ll never it.
A.get down to B.get through C.get away with D.get along with
15、When the questions on my mind ________, I don’t doubt ________ I’ve done a good job.
A．gets answered, that
B．get answering, whether
C．get answered, that
D．gets answering, whether
16、The price of diamond rings has risen sharply, ______ the price of gold rings has gone down.
A.when B.which C.while D.otherwise
17、It is no use _____ for your mistakes now. _____ you need to do is correct them as soon as possible.
A．crying; What
B．crying; That
C．to cry; That
D．to cry; What
18、 —Let's go Dutch for this supper, OK?
—No, __________this time, as a reward for all your help.
A. it's up to you B. it's my treat
C. let's talk about it D. it doesn't matter
19、_____in the sports world，a sportsman needs to train constantly to keep himself in best condition．
A． Survive B． Surviving
C． To survive D． Survived
20、_______ Jane’s way of studying chimps, our group are all going to visit them in the forest.
A．Follow
B．Followed
C．Following
D．To follow
21、Can a small group of drones (无人机) guarantee the safety and reliability of railways and, at the same time, help railway operators save billions of euros each year? That is the very likely future of applying today’s “eyes in the sky” technology to make sure that the millions of kilometres of rail tracks and infrastructure (基础设施) worldwide are safe for trains on a 24/7 basis.
Drones are already being used to examine high-tension electrical lines. They could do precisely the same thing to inspect railway lines and other vital aspects of rail infrastructure such as the correct position of railway tracks and switching points. The more regularly they can be inspected, the more railway safety, reliability and on-time performance will be improved. Costs would be cut and operations would be more efficient (高效) across the board.
That includes huge savings in maintenance costs and better protection of railway personnel safety. It is calculated that European railways alone spend approximately 20 billion euros a year on maintenance, including sending maintenance staff, often at night, to inspect and repair the rail infrastructure. That can be dangerous work that could be avoided with drones assisting the crews’ efforts.
By using the latest technologies, drones could also start providing higher-value services for railways, detecting faults in the rail or switches, before they can cause any safety problems. To perform these tasks, drones for rail don’t need to be flying overhead. Engineers are now working on a new concept: the rail drones of the future. They will be moving on the track ahead of the train, and programmed to run autonomously. Very small drones with advanced sensors and AI and travelling ahead of the train could guide it like a co-pilot. With their ability to see ahead, they could signal any problem, so that fast-moving trains would be able to react in time.
【1】What makes the application of drones to rail lines possible?
A．The use of drones in checking on power lines.
B．Drones’ ability to work at high altitudes.
C．The reduction of cost in designing drones.
D．Drones’ reliable performance in remote areas.
【2】What does “maintenance” underlined in paragraph 3 refer to?
A．Personnel safety.
B．Assistance from drones.
C．Inspection and repair.
D．Construction of infrastructure.
【3】What function is expected of the rail drones?
A．To provide early warning.
B．To make trains run automatically.
C．To earn profits for the crews.
D．To accelerate transportation.
【4】Which is the most suitable title for the text?
A．What Faults Can Be Detected with Drones
B．How Production of Drones Can Be Expanded
C．What Difficulty Drone Development Will Face
D．How Drones Will Change the Future of Railways
22、There’s no other time of year quite like fall. Cool mornings give way to afternoons warmed by the sun and the changes in temperature create beautiful colors before winter sets in. So, grab your camera for one of nature’s most impressive spectacles—the changing colors of the leaves during fall.
Acadia National Park, Maine
Peak leaf season in Acadia traditionally falls within the first two weeks of October. This is when you will see the bright displays of oranges, reds and yellows. While visiting Acadia, plan to stay at the nearby coastal town of Bar Harbor, which is considered to be the gateway to the park. While in town, treat yourself to a traditional lobster dinner at Beal’s Lobster Pier.
The Berkshires, Massachusetts
Peak season starts around Columbus Day weekend in mid-October, and you can expect to see colors ranging from golden yellows to vivid oranges and deep reds. The Berkshires features world class entertainment, cultural offerings and a deep-rooted food culture with many locally focused dining options.
Mckenzie River Scenic Byway, Oregon
Plan your visit for peak season when the golds and reds are most bright, usually in mid-October. The Mckenzie River has some of the best fly-fishing sports in Oregon. For a great getaway that includes days spent on fly-fishing, whitewater rafting and hiking to waterfalls, make reservations at Eagle Rock Lodge for a romantic bed and breakfast.
Charlottesville, Virginia
Mid to late October is when you’ll usually see the most dazzling red, orange and yellow leaves, but the colors can linger into early November. When you’re not watching leaves, plan to visit Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, the former home, gardens and grounds of the third president of the United States. In the evenings, enjoy live music at the Mill room.
【1】What can tourists appreciate in both Acadia and the Berkshires?
A．Coastal scenery.
B．Historical buildings.
C．Excellent art exhibitions.
D．Special local food.
【2】Mckenzie River Scenic Byway offers a good chance to .
A．plant some fruit trees
B．do water-related activities
C．enjoy night live performances
D．take adventures into the wilderness
【3】Which place best suits tourists wanting to see the fall colors at the end of October?
A．Charlottesville, Virginia.
B．Acadia National Park, Maine.
C．The Berkshires, Massachusetts.
D．Mckenzie River Scenic Byway, Oregon.
23、Palaces are known for their beauty and splendor, but they offer little protection against attacks. It is easy to defend a large building, but usually these buildings are not designed with the comfort of a king in mind. When it comes to structures that are both beautiful and defensive, the European castle is a big success.
Castles were originally built in England by the Normans in 1066. They built towers and walls to secure the land they had taken. These castles provided the Normans with a quiet and safe place. They also served as bases of operation for attacks. In this way castles served both defensive and offensive roles. Besides, castles served as offices for governors. Those that were socially beneath the governor would come to report affairs and express their respect. They would address problems, handle business, feast, and enjoy festivities in castles. So castles served as social centers as well.
The first castles were made from earth and wood, and they were likely to suffer from attacks by fire. Then wooden castles were gradually replaced by stone, which greatly increased the strength of these towers and walls. However, attackers could throw flaming objects into castles through the windows or burn the wooden doors. This led to moving the windows and entrances off of the ground floor and up to the first floor to make them more difficult to access.
During the Middle Ages, attacks increased in regularity, so castle defenses were updated. Arrow-slits were added. They were small holes in the castle, which allowed defenders to fire without being hurt. Towers were built from which defenders could provide fire on both sides. The towers were connected to the castle by wooden bridges, so that if one tower fell, the rest of the castle was still easy to defend. A lot of rings of castle walls were constructed, so that even if attackers went past one wall, they would be caught on a killing ground between inner and outer walls. All of these increased the defense of castles.
The end of castles can be attributed to gunpowder. During the 15th century, artillery, a kind of large guns, became powerful enough to break through stone walls. This greatly made the role of castles less effective. Though castles no longer serve their original purposes, remaining castles receive millions of visitors each year who wish to experience the situations of ancient times.
【1】What was the original function of castles according to the passage?
A．They served as tourist attractions.
B．They were important social centers.
C．They marked religious ceremonies.
D．They were built for use in emergencies.
【2】The reason why wooden castles were replaced by stone castles was that .
A．stone castles cost less money
B．stone castles offered better defense
C．wooden castles were uncomfortable
D．wooden castles took a long time to build
【3】Which of the following showed an improvement in castle defenses?
A．Castles were totally separated by stones.
B．Arrow-slits were made in large quantities.
C．Rings of walls were built to defend the towers.
D．Windows and entrances were moved to the higher floor.
【4】What is the best title of the passage?
A．Fancy Living: Learning about Castles
B．Normans: Bringing Castles to England
C．A History of Castles: The Rise and Fall of Castles
D．Defending Castles: Technologies Used to Defend Castles
24、San Francisco better local garden
The San Francisco Botanical Garden is one of the most diverse gardens in the world. The garden is a living museum within Golden Gate Park, offering 55 acres(英亩) of both beautiful gardens and open spaces.
The San Francisco Botanical Garden is open during COVID-19. The garden is free to all San Francisco residents and garden members. We are also continuing to offer free admission every morning to everyone from 7:30 am to 9 am---a fantastic time for bird watching. The second Tuesday of the month is also free to everyone.
San Francisco Botanical Garden Free Day:
Second Tuesday of every month
Free daily from 7:30-9am
Always free for San Francisco city and county residents
Always free for garden members and school groups
Regular cost:
$9/ adults weekdays, $12/ foreign adults weekdays; $7/ youth and seniors;
$3/ children; children 4 years old and younger free
Last entry:
Fall and winter
October through early November: Last entry at 5pm
1st Sunday in November through January: Last entry at 4 pm
February through 2nd Saturday in March: Last entry at 5 pm
Spring and summer
2nd Sunday in March through September: Last entry at 6 pm
(The garden closes one hour after last entry.)
【1】What do we know about the San Francisco Botanical Garden?
A．It is free for local people.
B．It is closed during COVID-19.
C．It is free for everyone on Tuesday.
D．It is located near Golden Gate Park.
【2】How much does it cost a foreign adult to visit the garden on weekdays?
A．$3
B．$7
C．$9
D．$12
【3】From which is the text probably taken?
A．A news report.
B．A travel guide.
C．A science fiction.
D．A cooking instruction.
25、 This year my husband and I decided to have a quiet, low-key New Year's Eve. We wanted to spend it with our kids and other immediate family and make it a special _________ for them, instead of _________ a babysitter and going out on our own. The logical way to do this was through _________. As we all know, food had a magical way of making; a night _________, and our New Year's Eve certainly _________ that way, thanks to doughnuts(甜甜圈).
I decided to make doughnuts because my cousins had _________ a batch(一批) on Halloween and I found it very _________. I used a recipe from the 1976 Mennonite cookbook More With Less and it _________ a curious ingredient---two cups of mashed potatoes that _________ made the texture lighter. The doughnuts were __________ and cut from a sheet of dough(生面团), then left to rise until ready to fry in hot oil. Then they took several seconds to __________, which meant that my enormous batch of 100 doughnuts was __________ cooking in a fairly short time. We glazed(浇上浆液) the tops and then __________ them for the rest of the evening. The leftovers disappeared at breakfast.
This will become an annual __________, I have no doubt. Whether we host a bigger party or keep it small, there will always be __________ doughnuts, because when you have hot homemade doughnuts, you can't help but have the best time.
A．challenge
B．idea
C．opportunity
D．occasion
A．training
B．hiring
C．knowing
D．interviewing
A．time
B．money
C．food
D．fun
A．short
B．memorable
C．messy
D．silent
A．tested out
B．moved on
C．tuned out
D．picked out
A．put
B．bought
C．brought
D．made
A．impressive
B．expensive
C．healthy
D．nutritious
A．took up
B．carried on
C．called for
D．cut off
A．fortunately
B．possibly
C．totally
D．absolutely
A．rolled out
B．taken apart
C．sorted out
D．cut down
A．steam
B．cook
C．sink
D．float
A．finished
B．practiced
C．considered
D．demanded
A．prepared
B．waited
C．enjoyed
D．longed
A．celebration
B．idea
C．ceremony
D．tradition
A．fresh
B．raw
C．common
D．local
26、单元话题微写作
主题： About desertification
沙漠化是在全球都是一个严重的环境问题，请就下列要点简单谈一谈你对沙漠化的认识：
1.沙漠化是指可以用来种植庄稼的地变成了沙漠。
2.造成沙漠化的因素有很多，比如全球变暖，人口过多，旱灾等。
3.沙漠化因其对人类的直接影响已经引起了许多国家的关注。
4.如何防止沙漠化。（至少两点）
要求：字数100左右。
Desertification, as the name suggests,
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