1、Flex and we knew that he was quite upset because no one in the room took any notice of him.
A. sighed B. signed
C. signaled D. sang
2、After college, he was employed in a middle school and there ever since.
A. would worked B. had worked
C. worked D. has worked
3、________Wuhu with Shanghai, to be frank, and you'll find it's more convenient to live in the former.
A. To compare B. Comparing
C. Compare D. Compared
4、Five years ago her brother was ______ university student of______ physics．
A．an; the B．a; 不填
C．an; 不填 D．a; the
5、An opinion is _____ someone believes is true but has not been proved.
A. that B. what
C. which D. whether
6、I can’t stand _______with Jane in the same office. She just refuses talking while she working.
A. working; stopping B. to work; stopping
C. working; to stop D. to work; to stop
7、Now that you are in charge of the department, you are ___________ to carry out the plan.
A.voluntary B.bound C.anxious D.ambitious
8、Is this the reason________he explained at the meeting for his carelessness in his work?
A．why
B．what
C．when
D．which
9、____ the plan means that we must start from the very beginning.
A. Covering B. Avoiding
C. Designing D. Abandoning
10、I would appreciate____________ if you could help me out when I am in trouble.
A．that
B．one
C．it
D．this
11、 is obviously right is to give all children equal opportunities to develop their special gift.
A. Which B. As C. That D. What
12、That’s why Letter from Father Christmas ________ the perfect book for those who regard Christmas as a special time of year.
A．should be
B．couldn’t be
C．shouldn’t be
D．could be
13、The CCTV reporter is interviewing the woman ________ house was badly damaged in the earthquake.
A．who
B．whose
C．whom
D．that
14、People were dressed in elegant costumes, all of _____ suitable for a multicultural parade.
A.which B.whom C.them D.who
15、-Your spoken English is so good．Have you been abroad?
-Yes．I in America for three years．
A．will stay B．stayed
C．had stayed D．have been staying
16、My father has got a job in New York, so we are leaving this country________．
A．for good
B．on display
C．on reflection
D．in panic
17、There are many dictionaries here, but which one ________you?
A．is belonging to
B．is belonged to
C．belongs to
D．belong to
18、 The news spread quickly all over the world ________ Michael Schumacher came to life after his being seriously injured 5 years ago.
Fantastic!
A．that
B．what
C．which
D．when
19、Group activities will be organized after class _____ children develop team spirit.
A．helping
B．having helped
C．helped
D．to help
20、 —May I go to the volleyball match tonight, Mom?
—To be honestly, I'd rather you ________ it live on TV.
A. to watch B. will watch
C. watched D. are watching
21、There are almost 58,500 tree species in the world. But a new international study has warned that between a third and half of those are at risk of extinction in the wild - posing a risk of wider ecosystem collapse. The comprehensive report by Botanic Gardens Conservation International found that twice as many tree species are threatened as mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles combined. More than 440 tree species have fewer than 50 individuals left in natural environments. Worse, even abundant trees that survive in many cases are greatly reduced. In Brazil, deforestation (滥伐森林) in the Amazon has hit the highest annual level in a decade.
The key factor for tree loss is the destruction of habitat by farming, grazing and logging. Global heating and its consequences, from extreme weather to rising sea levels, are increasingly damaging wild forests. Tropical island states are particularly affected, but the problems lie closer too. Just 30 Menai whitebeams remain in north Wales, the only place on earth where they are found.
Protecting such habitats must be the priority. One study suggests that global tree cover has actually increased over recent decades, but 420m hectares (公顷) of forest were lost between 1990 and 2020. Despite how important those recent tree-planting projects may be, new plantations (种植园) are by no means substitute for original, complex and biodiverse environments that have evolved over centuries.
Where forests have been erased, natural regeneration is often best. Failing that, planting a variety of species is better than simply relying on a few fast-growing kinds of saplings (树苗). Considering human interests is important: including harvestable trees will encourage more actions to protect the land (and the Amazon of today was shaped by humans over centuries). Only by working with communities can protection be sustainable. Preserving seeds in the hope that species can be brought back to life is necessary too. But it is a final resolve. A seed bank cannot replace the rich life of a forest.
【1】According to the passage, which of the following factors does NOT lead to the loss of forests?
A．Expanding cities.
B．Rising sea levels.
C．Keeping animals that eat grass.
D．Cutting down trees for their wood.
【2】According to the passage, what is the best way to deal with tree loss?
A．To set up seed banks.
B．To plant a variety of tree species.
C．To plant a few fast-growing tree species.
D．To let the erased forests restore themselves.
【3】What can be inferred from the passage?
A．Nearly five hundred tree species have disappeared.
B．Global tree cover decreased between 1990 and 2020.
C．Planting fruit trees may encourage people to protect forests.
D．Man-made plantations could totally replace the original natural forests.
【4】What’s the structure of the passage?
A．Pro-Con.
B．Problem-Solution.
C．Problem-Cause.
D．Cause-Effect.
22、 Children who spend too much time on smartphones and computers are at risk for a lifetime of health problems, including cancer-causing obesity ( 肥胖症 ) and eyesight problems, according to a new study.
The study, carried out by the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) in UK, found sedentary behaviors - like staring at an iPhone - are among the causes of people ’ s weight gain. The review shows that being overweight or obesity is related to several types of cancer, including breast and stomach, but physical activity can reduce that risk.
"New technologies have encouraged people to increase the time they spend on sedentary behaviors such as sitting in cars and watching television as well as using computers, mobile phones or other electronic devices, "the report said. "Low levels of physical activity have been linked to a number of health problems including heart disease, stroke, diabetes, obesity, poor bone health and depression.
According to the study, 14.1 million people across the globe were diagnosed ( 诊断 ) with cancer in 2012 and 8.2 million died from cancer, but that about 40 percent of cancer cases can be prevented. "This global cancer burden is expected to increase to 21.7 million cases and 13 million deaths by 2030,” it said.
WCRF also warned that a lot more snacks will be eaten as a result of spending too much time on screen and lack of physical activity. It said about 1.97 billion adults and more than 338 million children around the world were considered overweight in 2016.
Meanwhile, kids who love playing video games are at a greater risk for developing "digital myopia ” ( 数字近视 ). For every hour a child plays video games, their risk for short-sightedness increases by 3 percent. The number of children suffering from myopia has doubled over the last 50 years, from 7.2 percent to 16.4 percent-and experts conclude that the shocking number is a result of too much screen time.
【1】What did the study find about obesity?
A.It is related to eyesight problems. B.It can lead to sedentary behaviors.
C.It may cause some kinds of cancers. D.It results in more physical activities.
【2】What can we know about sedentary behaviors according to the study?
A.They put people's health at risk. B.They are mainly related to kids.
C.They affect new technologies. D.They were caused by mobile phones.
【3】In the last paragraph, the author uses numbers to ______.
A.suggest ways of protecting eyes
B.show the strong effects of video games
C.call on experts to take numbers seriously
D.explain the bad effects of short sightedness
【4】How do the experts feel about the results of their study?
A.Pessimistic. B.Worried. C.Angry. D.Unclear.
【5】The passage is mainly written to ______.
A.persuade people to pay attention to new technology
B.introduce ways of preventing sedentary behaviors
C.compare cancer cases in different periods of time
D.warn people of the harm of too much screen time
23、Away with words
The telegraph, an online news service, has teamed up with Saga, which provides products and services only for the over 50s, to hold a new competition to find the best travel writer. Three lucky winners will win a master class with two top Telegraph travel writers before travelling the world with Saga on one of three holidays of great comfort and pleasure. To enter, all you need to do is tell us something mysterious and wonderful about the world of travel—a favorite memory, a humorous tale, an unforgettable occasion or a sight worth writing about.
What we are looking for
You must be able to read not only those signs that help you find your way around but the ones that tell you how the locals tick. You must, in the words of Paul Theroux, an American travel writer, “descibe exactly what you see and give it life with your imgaination”.
In this competition, you can do that in anything from 150 words to 500, but they should be your words, and fresh ones. We do expect you not to hide the truth or the facts about your experience. Beyond that, you can make the most of the freedom travel writing gives you.
You’ll be editor as well as writer, so ensure those eyes are equally fresh when you check and recheck what you’ve written. We will make allowances for the occasional mistake, such as you have “fell” into a river. But we won’t put up with mistakes every few lines.
Terms ＆ conditions
Competitors must be aged 50 years or older.
The judging process is divided into two stages: entries will be hosted on the website for one month. The top 20 articles will then be selected by public vote. The top three winners will be chosen by three judges.
The closing date for entries is August 15.
【1】What does the prize for winners include?
A. a chance to learn from excellent writers. B. the publication of their works.
C. three wonderful holidays. D. an opportunity to work in the Telegraph.
【2】Who will select the final winners?
A. the public. B. Paul Theroux
C. two top Telegraph travel writers D. three chosen judges.
【3】What type of writing is this text ?
A. An essay B. A travel guide
C. A writing guide D. An announcement
24、Nowadays airfare isn’t getting any cheaper with fuel costs rising every day. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to find the most affordable fares and also avoid paying as many extra charges as possible when you plan ahead.
♦ Getting the best fare Fly during the least popular times. Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday are the slowest days to fly, which means cheaper deals than the rest of the week. You can also find reduced rates on early morning flights, since many people don’t like to get up before the sun to get to the airport. Earlier boarding times can also considerably cut down your chances of getting delayed because of other delayed flights or mechanical issues. Choose your seat later. Some airlines charge you to pick your seat when you book online, adding even more to the bottom line of your ticket cost. If you show up early on your travel day, you can still have a chance to get suitable seats that others are not willing to pay extra for ahead of time. Fly on holidays. You already know that summer is the most expensive time to fly, but the days surrounding holidays can also be crazy. Save big if you’re willing to travel on major holidays, such as Thanksgiving and Christmas. Don’t wait until the last-minute to book. Book too early or too late and you could end up paying more than you need to. The best time to book is between three months and six weeks from when you want to travel. ※ ※ ※ ※ ※ ※ ※ ※ ♦Avoiding extra fees Avoid the upgrade(升级). It’s not necessary. Sometimes upgrades are free, but mostly you will be charged for seeking a last-minute bump to first class, and the cost can be very high. Fly carry-on only. Baggage fees vary wildly, but almost all airlines charge them and charge big. It’s easy to reduce the amount of stuff if you pack less clothes and only travel-sized toiletries. Planning to do a bit of laundry on your trip will also do. Pack your own snacks. Unless you’re flying internationally, it’s rare your flight comes with a free meal. So put some of your own snacks — homemade muffins, fruit and granola bars all make fantastic travel foods — into your bag and eat a lot better, and cheaper, than other passengers. |
【1】 Which advice can help you get the best fare?
A. Take a flight on Monday or Saturday.
B. Pay the flight fare in advance.
C. Never travel on Christmas Day.
D. Book a ticket two months earlier.
【2】If you arrive early on your flying day, you can probably ______.
A. reduce the chances of delaying
B. avoid getting up early
C. get a discount(折扣) on the flight fare
D. have the seats you want
【3】Which is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Flying internationally, you may get a free meal.
B. You should always try to avoid upgrading.
C. Planning to do a bit of laundry can help you travel light.
D. Your bill may be larger if you check (托运) your bag.
25、 What are you most afraid of? A few years ago, I thought of the scariest thing I could do, and then I made myself do it! I did a _________ jump. I was scared of _________ and couldn’t even climb a tall ladder (梯子). How would jump out of an aeroplane from a thousand meters_________?
Before I _________ my first jump, I did a few hours of training,_________ how to leave the aeroplane, how to _________ the parachute, and how to land safely. Then it was time to put the parachute on and _________ the plane. I was terrified! But I wanted to see _________ I could do it.
The plane went up and up. I _________ sicker and sicker. When it was my turn, I was numb with fear, but I did __________ I had to. I put my leg out of the aeroplane__________. I looked back at my __________ and when he said “go”, I __________. I should have __________ the seconds, but I forgot to. I held my hands and legs out wide, just as I had been taught to do. I was falling and falling and falling. It was__________. My eyes were open but I couldn’t__________. My ears were __________but I couldn’t hear. All I could feel was that I was falling and falling.
My parachute had opened. It had only __________ four seconds of falling, but it had seemed like minutes. It was all so strange, but I was__________! Life felt so good.
I landed safely and guess what? Over the next few months, I did thirty-two __________jumps. I was always scared every time, but the important thing was that I did it!
A．pedestrian
B．parachute
C．presentation
D．platform
A．depths
B．lengths
C．weights
D．heights
A．up
B．down
C．away
D．out
A．went
B．fell
C．did
D．put
A．learning
B．working
C．preparing
D．recreating
A．settle
B．relax
C．organize
D．control
A．fall from
B．turn into
C．get into
D．run into
A．as
B．if
C．when
D．though
A．managed
B．flew
C．felt
D．came
A．which
B．that
C．who
D．what
A．wing
B．door
C．window
D．floor
A．instructor
B．leader
C．monitor
D．participant
A．flew
B．went
C．ran
D．quit
A．counted
B．waited
C．forgot
D．promoted
A．exciting
B．exhausting
C．terrifying
D．satisfying
A．cry
B．see
C．observe
D．notice
A．sounding
B．shutting
C．working
D．whispering
A．spent
B．paid
C．taken
D．passed
A．vital
B．unconscious
C．scared
D．alive
A．better
B．another
C．more
D．much
26、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。
My mom told me the story when I asked her about my hand. “The room was quiet, and you were quiet. I was waiting for you to cry. I asked if you were OK, but they were hesitant, the doctor and nurses. They said you were missing a hand." My mom told this to me with such complex（复杂的）feelings. My disability came as a surprise to my parents, but they took me home and treated me as any other child.
They knew I was an active child and took part in sports, music and everything a typical child would. They never let anything hold me back. That was their goal. However hard, they would help me. And with many kind people's help, I was able to receive prosthetics（义肢） that cost $1,000, at no cost.
Middle and high school brought about different challenges. Just like most girls, I struggled hard with self-respect for how I looked. I was not like other girls, and I was aware of that clearly. I lost my confidence as I questioned whether anyone would ever love me. Luckily, my worry was unnecessary.
My confidence was still shaking in my 20's as I became a mother. I had years to prepare everything, but I was also worried about the coming baby. Worse still, I felt my son would dislike me.
However, that all changed with one moment. It all happened when my son was around 6 years old. "She was born like that!" He responded loudly, standing protectively in front of me as I bent down to answer his little classmates' question.
It was a moment that lives on forever in my memory. My son freed me of questioning myself if I was a good enough mom for him. I was, I had always been. He knew it before I did. The pride in his voice showed me that I was just me.
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。
My son made me confident and I started sharing my story.
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When I wrote the passage, I seemed to talk with the teen—myself.
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