1、His writing is so confusing that it’s difficult to make out ________ it is he is trying to express.
A．that
B．how
C．who
D．what
2、The band recently announced its decision to ________ after more than 30 years together.
A．break down
B．break in
C．break up
D．break out
3、___________you’ve got a chance, you might as well make full use of it.
A. Now that B. After
C. Although D. As soon as
4、Jenny has been taken to the headmaster’s and she ______about what happened in their dormitory last night.
A. questioned B. had questioned
C. is being questioned D. was questioning
5、It was so noisy outside that we ____________ hear what they were talking about.
A. mustn't B. didn't have to
C. ought not to D. couldn't
6、Don't you know ________? Whether they're late or early, looking out of the window won't bring them here any quicker.
A. a little pot is soon hot
B. a watched pot never boils
C. cheerful company shortens the miles
D. forgive and forget
7、_______inflation, the cost of the project over 10 years is $2 million.
A.Allowing B.Allowing into C.Allowing of D.Allowing for
8、I really appreciate ________ to perform in the New Year Gala.
A. selecting B. to select
C. being selected D. to be selected
9、His body shook ________ because he was afraid.
A．slightly
B．similarly
C．annually
D．traditionally
10、This red bicycle ________ be Linda’s, because she rides it to school every day.
A．can
B．would
C．must
D．might
11、_____ he is enthusiastic and qualified for the job, I see no reason to remove him from office.
A. Provided that B. Even though
C. Unless D. As if
12、The sports meeting __________ takes a day or two, depending on size.
A．fairly
B．typically
C．suddenly
D．calmly
13、It is impossible to avoid ______by advertisements in a modern society.
A. to be influenced B. being influenced
C. to influence D. influenced
14、--Sorry, it's already 6 o’clock. I have to be off for an appointment.
--OK. ________.
A．It couldn’t be better
B．You really have me there
C．Let’s call it a day
D．Take your time
15、—It’s disappointing that John failed in the maths exam.
—Don’t look at him as ________ of a loser. He will catch up soon if he works hard.
A. all B. something
C. some D. everything
16、—Would you mind being charged for WeChat, Mary?
—Certainly. I ________WeChat if I had to pay now.
A．would drop
B．will drop
C．will have dropped
D．would have dropped
17、Don’t _________your carelessness. It may lead to serious problems.
A.improve B.keep C.impress D.ignore
18、Bob came a thousand miles to stand in the door and he thought it was worth it if his old partner ________.
A．turned up
B．worked out
C．washed away
D．left behind
19、He _____ football regularly for many years when he was young.
A. was playing B. has played
C. played D. had played
20、Contrary to popular belief, the ants, hardworking ________ they are, have their time for play.
A. because B. while C. as D. where
21、Stir-fried Tomatoes and eggs
Stir-fried tomatoes and eggs is a very common and popular dish in China. You don’t need any previous cooking experience to be able to make this dish. Not only is it easy enough to make, it is also delicious and nutritious. Eggs provide the protein that is of great necessity daily while tomatoes are rich in vitamins and minerals. What is even more amazing is that cooked tomatoes have higher nutritional value than raw ones. Try to cook this dish at home today and you might find you will have a great crush in cooking.
Ingredients
tomatoes 2
eggs 2
cooking oil. 2 teaspoons
salt 1/2 teaspoon
sugar 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions:
1. Slice the tomatoes into small pieces.
2. Crack the eggs into a bowl and beat them until smooth.
3. Heat the oil in a pan.
4. Add the eggs, and then stir them to make scrambled eggs (炒蛋); Then set it aside.
5. Add the sliced tomatoes into the pan and stir them for 2 minutes.
6. Add the scrambled eggs into the tomatoes.
7. Season with salt and sugar, and it is ready to be served.
Tips for Making This Dish
●My rule of thumb for a good tomato-to-egg rate is: for every one large tomato you use, use one egg.
●Don’t overcook the scrambled eggs while it’s in the pan. Once you have it in the hot pan, let it cook untouched until you start to see the edges starting to cook, then use your spatula (锅铲) to push the eggs towards the center of the frying pan. I usually just push from 4 corners, then tilt (倾斜) the pan so that the raw eggs runs onto the hot pan and I repeat it again, push it to the center.
●When the eggs look about 75% done, you can probably give it one more flip (翻) and then take it off the heat. While you are plating it, it will continue to cook.
【1】Which of the features is mentioned on stir-fried tomatoes and eggs?
A．Daily amount of intake.
B．Health value of materials.
C．Great varieties of the dish.
D．Tricky process of cooking.
【2】While making the dish, we should_________.
A．use cold oil to deal with ingredients
B．cook the eggs through in the pan
C．beat the eggs with tomatoes in the pan
D．balance the two major ingredients
【3】Where can you read this passage from?
A．A health guide.
B．A cook’s blog.
C．A restaurant menu.
D．A cookery textbook.
22、If you’ve recently joined a gym, or are just looking to try a new, different form of exercise, you might consider trying a group exercise class. Classes are a great way to workout. Here are a few tips to help you relax and prepare for your first class.
Choose the right class for you. Most gyms offer a wide range of different classes and choosing one that is right for you is the first step. To begin with, you need to think about what it is that you want to achieve and work from there. 【1】 If you’re looking for a more relaxing form of exercise that will improve your flexibility, then yoga might be a good option.
Think about what you might need.【2】 Wear clothes that are comfortable and suitable for the type of exercise you’ll be doing. For example, yoga requires stretchy clothes that will allow you to move. Often classes don’t require anything out of the ordinary, but it doesn’t hurt to check.
Arrive early. Try to arrive at least 5 minutes early so you can get your bearings and think about the studio and any equipment you’ll be working with. Some classes such as weight-based classes require a lot of equipment which usually takes a few minutes to set-up.【3】 So give yourself time.
【4】 Group exercise is set up for a group of people to benefit from professional instruction not for participants to compete. While it is hard to resist trying and keeping up with the people around you, the best thing you can do is focus on your own body and what you’re feeling and able to handle. If you’re uncertain how an exercise is best carried out, ask your instructor.【5】
A．Don’t compare yourself to others.
B．Talk to the instructor before class.
C．Use the equipment to give yourself a warming-up.
D．You don’t want to be running around at the last minute.
E．Copying the person next to you might mean you’re learning incorrectly.
F．Plan for your class by thinking about what you’ll need to wear and bring with you.
G．For instance, if you’re looking to gain muscle, a weights-based class will be your best bet.
23、My passion started decades ago as a kid on a flight to India. I was attracted by how such a large airplane was able to glide(滑翔）smoothly above the clouds. I made it a goal to become a pilot. I am now a pilot for American airlines. Though being a pilot consumes my life，it is a job worth doing.
My job is slightly different compared to that of a typical pilot. Most pilots have their routes they fly. They then familiarize（使…熟悉）themselves with the routes. However, in my case，I participate in any job where a pilot is immediately required. It is true that some days I might have a workday from nine in the morning to five in the afternoon. In fact，some days，I might even begin my work at three in the morning when I am needed to fly. Sometimes, as for the typical day，I do not have one.
Having been on the job for over two decades，I have learned some important life lessons. As I greet passengers boarding the airplane，I realize I，along with other airline pilots, have enhanced(提高)the lives of those who we are serving. In fact, there is one particular experience that I will never forget. A family was walking in from the gate, explaining that their beloved one was ill and had to be taken to a big hospital in another city immediately. It was at this point that I realized just how important my job was.
Therefore, my life as an airline pilot is definitely not for everyone. However，my job is something I enjoy thoroughly and will continue to do till I am old enough. As a pilot, I have been able to experience so many different types of situations in different places throughout the world. For anyone interested in piloting, I would recommend going for it.
【1】The author dreamed of being a pilot when _______.
A. he was travelling in India
B. it was about 30 years ago.
C. he was flying to India as a kid
D. he was a kid living in India
【2】What is the main difference between the author’s job and a typical pilot’s?
A. The author’s working time is not regular.
B. The author has his regular route he flies.
C. The author has to get up very early every day.
D. The daily working time of the author is longer.
【3】 The author realized how important his job was because he _______.
A. could serve everyone as he does his daily work
B. could make his guests’ life more convenient
C. could take the ill patient to hospital in short time
D. had been to many advanced countries in the world
【4】What would be the best title for this passage?
A. My pleasure in serving people
B. Difference in my job as a pilot
C. My interest in being a pilot as a boy
D. My job as an American airline’s pilot
24、A young and successful manager was traveling down a neighborhood street, going a bit too fast in his new Jaguar (捷豹) . He was watching for kids rushing out from between parked cars and slowed down when he thought he saw something.
As his car passed, one child appeared, and a brick smashed(撞击) into the Jag’s side door. He slammed (砰地关上) on the brakes and spun the Jag back to the spot from where the brick had been thrown.
He jumped out of the car, grabbed some kid and pushed him up against a parked car, shouting. “What was that all about and who are you? Just what are you doing?”
Building up a head of steam, he went on “That’s a new car and that brick you threw cost a lot of money. Why did you do it?”
“Please, mister, please, I’m sorry. I didn’t know what else to do! pleaded(恳求) the youngster.
“It’s my brother,” he said. “He rolled off the curb and fell out of his wheelchair and I can’t lift him up. Sobbing, the boy asked the manager, “Would you please help me get him back into his wheelchair?
He’s hurt and he’s too heavy for me.”
Moved beyond words, the driver tried to swallow the rapidly swelling lump in his throat. He lifted the young man back into the wheelchair and took out his handkerchief and wiped the scrapes and cuts, checking to see that everything was going to be okay.
“Thank you, sir. And God bless you,” the grateful child said to him. The man then watched the little boy push his brother to the sidewalk toward their home.
It was a long walk backs to his Jaguar... a long, slow walk. He never did repair the side door. He kept the dent (凹痕) to remind him not to go through life so fast that someone has to throw a brick at you to get your attention.
Life whispers in your soul and speaks to your heart. Sometimes, when you don’t have the time to listen... Life throws a brick at your head.
It’s your choice: Listen to the whispers of your soul or wait for the brick!
【1】Why did the child throw a brick at the Jaguar?
A．To play tricks on the manager
B．To make fun of the manager
C．To ask him for help
D．To show his dissatisfaction
【2】How did the manager feel at first after the brick hit his car?
A．Angry
B．Surprised
C．Content
D．Disappointed
【3】Which of the following can best describe the manager?
A．Selfish and lazy
B．Caring and warm-hearted
C．Indifferent and stubborn
D．Determined and courageous
【4】Which of the following can be the best title?
A．A Damaged New Jaguar
B．A Boy in Need
C．A Helpful Manager
D．A Pleading Brick
25、Janelle would be late for work. However, what she saw in the mirror made her stop. Being a busy college ________ just one year removing from her teenage years, she wasn’t exactly concerned about the ________ of her clothes. But her restaurant boss saw things a little differently. He had recently ________ the staff on the importance of appearance, and had specifically mentioned the need for ________ to wear clean and neat blouses.
As an assistant manager, Janelle thought she should set an example for the other ________. But if she stopped to ________ the blouse normally, she would be late. Her boss didn’t ________ anyone to be late for work. So she held her iron and set it on low heat. Carefully keeping her blouse away from her ________, she started to iron it while wearing it. It seemed like a logical solution to a(n)________ problem.
It seemed to be working ________ until Janelle accidentally ironed her neck by mistake. Then it suddenly turned into a really ________ and painful idea. It took more time to treat her burn than it would have taken to iron her blouse _________ And she spent a day ________ the pain of the burn.
I had the same experience. When I used to clean our yard, I often destroyed its look by using a creative way of ________ wild grass. Then my dad would tell me the way was ________ and said, “There is a right way and a wrong way of doing things. There is a reason why something is done in certain ways. Those old, boring ways work.”
【1】
A．expert
B．teacher
C．student
D．editor
【2】
A．neatness
B．brand
C．design
D．style
【3】
A．lectured
B．selected
C．described
D．launched
【4】
A．architects
B．consumers
C．interviewees
D．servers
【5】
A．children
B．employees
C．bosses
D．owners
【6】
A．sew
B．wash
C．iron
D．fold
【7】
A．order
B．tell
C．invite
D．allow
【8】
A．case
B．body
C．attention
D．mind
【9】
A．exciting
B．dangerous
C．relaxing
D．pressing
【10】
A．hard
B．well
C．energetically
D．typically
【11】
A．efficient
B．wise
C．foolish
D．vital
【12】
A．fortunately
B．gratefully
C．actively
D．correctly
【13】
A．going over
B．dealing with
C．talking about
D．figuring out
【14】
A．removing
B．pushing
C．protecting
D．decorating
【15】
A．right
B．old
C．useless
D．worthwhile
26、阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
Cold drew many to South Africa and it was gold hut has just restored my faith in this chaotic nation.
As a British living in Cape Town, I recently received the call that my father had passed away. After the funeral in England, my mother gave me a gold ring, worn for decades by Dad and before him, by his own father. I’ve never really been into jewellery, yet when I sipped the ring on my finger it felt somehow right. Consoled (抚慰) in my grief by Dad’s beloved ring, I flew home to South Africa.
All went well until a windy Saturday when I walked on our local beach. As so often in the Cape, it was fiercely windy. When I got home and lit the fire, I looked at my left hand. The ring wasn’t there. Awful emotions washed over me—shock, horror, remorse, anger, powerlessness, guilt—a potential life sentence of guilt. Hoping that it had not been dropped on the beach, I looked everywhere else. Maybe the car? I searched every corner of it but fruitless. Maybe the house? Nothing.
It must have been the beach, an area stretching 200 metres from the car park—the ring, a very small needle in an ocean.
I was out at first light the next day but with no luck, discouraged. My only hope was this—the wind had been so strong that the ring could have been buried. It might just be there, somewhere.
I swore to recover it no matter how much I would pay, so I contacted local metal detector users. Two came to help, one even lending me his gear (设备). “Take as long as you need,” he said. Days of searching passed quickly, we found an old mobile phone, a 50 cent coin and a lot of bottle tops.
With my hopes filing, a third detectionist (探测者), Allan, called to help me.
注意：
1. 所续写短文的词数应为150左右；
2. 至少使用5个短文中标有下划线的关键词语；
3. 续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好；
4. 续写完成后，请用下划线标出你所使用的关键词语。
Paragraph 1:
Three days later, Alan, with his acute gear, arrived.
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Paragraph2:
And there was a greater miracle.
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