1、What’s strange is that through the middle of the building ______.
A. lies a light railway B. does lie a light railway
C. a light railway lies D. does a light railway lie
2、All the ______ at the party were his supporters.
A.present people B.people present
C.people presented D.presenting people
3、________ exciting news it is!
A.How
B.What
C.What an
D.How an
4、Chinese poetry, _________ as both lyrical and enigmatic(高深莫测) on first reading, proves penetrating (渗透的) and profound once ________ in depth.
A.is described; is explored B.described;explored
C.being described; exploring D.described;is explored
5、Written in a hurry, ____________. How can it be satisfactory?
A. they found many mistakes in the report B. Sam made lots of mistakes in the report
C. there are many mistakes in the report D. the report is full of mistakes
6、It is because of our hard work that our band is ________ of performing the new songs in such a short time.
A.strategic
B.energized
C.capable
7、We had no idea that he was such a ________ person who loved money more than anything else.
A.admirable
B.eager
C.enthusiastic
D.greedy
8、He stood at the water’s ____________ and looked across the lake.
A.edge B.course C.exit
9、She runs ________ about 15 miles a day, whatever the circumstances, whatever the weather.
A.in addition
B.on hand
C.on average
D.in case
10、What some people regard as a ________ is seen as a plus by many others.
A.duty B.drawback C.failure D.faith
11、________ by many heroes’ great examples, she performed countless deeds when she grew up.
A.Influenced
B.Being influenced
C.Influencing
D.To be influenced
12、— How did you do in your essay?
— I got ______ okay grade, but Mr.Jones gave Sarah top marks.She’s ______ teacher’s pet, you know.
A. 不填; a B. an; 不填
C. 不填; the D. an; a
13、It _____ that every student _____ for at least 30 minutes every day.
A.is recommended, work out
B.recommends, works out
C.is recommended, works out
D.is recommending, work out
14、In the centre of the garden________a large number of people.
A.seats
B.seat
C.is seated
D.are seated
15、---I think movie music can be made memorable because its theme is repeated ________ the film.
--- I agree with you.
A.onto B.with C.throughout D.around
16、Traditional tea processing techniques and their associated social practices in China ______ UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage on November 29, 2022.
A.were added to
B.added to
C.have been added to
D.have added to
17、—Which can I take, Mr. Smith?
—Take one you like and leave the others for comes late.
A.whoever; who
B.whichever; who
C.whatever; whom
D.whichever; whoever
18、The figures in that report are not _______.You’d better do more detective work yourself.
A.delicate B.strict C.accurate D.fixed
19、________the good care of volunteers, these orphans are growing up healthily.
A.With
B.Under
C.Without
D.But for
20、— How about putting some pictures into the report?
— ______ A picture is worth a thousand words.
A.I don’t think so. B.Why not?
C.Thank you. D.No matter.
21、 Getting active in midlife could be as good for you as starting young when it comes to reducing the risk of an early death, researchers have suggested. But experts say the study also shows that the benefits fade once exercise declines.
“If you maintain an active lifestyle or participate in some sort of exercise from youth to middle age, you can reduce your risk for dying,” said Dr. Pedro Saint-Maurice, the lead author of the research. “If you are not active and you get to your 40s - 50s and you decide to become active, you can still enjoy a lot of those benefits.”
The study was based on data from more than 300,000 Americans aged 50-71 who undertook a questionnaire(问卷)in the late-1990s. They were asked to recall the extent of their moderate to vigorous (剧烈的) leisure exercise at different stages of their life. Researchers then used national records to track who died in the years up to the end of 2016. After taking into account factors including age, sex, smoking and diet, the team found that those who were exercising into middle age had a lower risk of death than those who had never carried out any leisure exercise. However, when the team looked at different patterns in the way people were active over their life, it found a surprise.
Men and women who started exercising at the age of 40-50 reduced their risk of death from any cause by about 35%. The benefit was similar to that seen for people who reached and maintained similar activity from their teens or 20s onwards.
However, the study found that the protective effect of exercise did not last forever. People whose levels of leisure exercise decreased by middle age had no difference in the risk of an early death to those who had always been couch potatoes. “If you have been active and you slowly decrease your exercise participation as you age, you lose a lot of the benefits that we know are associated with exercise,” Saint - Maurice said.
But the study has limitations, including that it is based on individuals recalling how active they were many years before. What’s more, the research looked only at death records, not other aspects of health such as levels of sickness and disease. Nonetheless, he said, the message was positive. “This adds to the growing body of evidence about the importance of physical activity and exercise across he life course, and indicates that it is never too late to start.”
【1】Which of the following is TRUE about the study?
A.The study took about two decades to complete.
B.The study involved around 30,000 elderly Americans.
C.Questionnaires and interviews were the sources of data.
D.The participants in the study took regular physical exercise.
【2】According to the passage, what does “a surprise” (Para.3) refer to?
A.The earlier you exercise, the greater your health benefits will be.
B.The benefit of getting active in midlife is similar to that of starting young.
C.Participating in exercise from youth to middle age benefits one’s health greatly.
D.The benefits of exercising in midlife will decline once you stop exercising.
【3】It can be inferred from the passage that _________.
A.women benefit more from vigorous exercise than men do
B.people exercising from their teens can maintain health forever
C.an active lifestyle will not necessarily bring positive health benefits.
D.participants’ memories may affect the reliability of the study result
【4】Which of the following might be the best title of the passage?
A.Getting Active When Young B.Health Benefits Fading With Age
C.Never Too Old to Start Exercise D.Exercise Having Its Limitations
22、How to Use a Modern Public Library
Has it been a while since your last visit to a public library? If so, you may be surprised to learn that libraries have changed for the better. It’s been years since they were dusty little rooms with books. They have transformed themselves into places where you can develop your love of knowledge, meet interesting people, or find out how to start a business.
Check out a book. While libraries still loan out(出借) books, you’ll find it easier to get a copy of whatever you’re looking for, thanks to a cooperative network of area libraries. Via such networks, libraries share their books with each other through the use of delivery vehicles. Once the book you’ve requested is delivered to the nearest branch, they will inform you by e-mail, so you can pick it up.
Check out other items. The library is now a multimedia zone, loaded with information in many formats(载体形式). You can borrow movies on DVDs, music on CDs, and popular magazines. Some libraries even loan out toys and games. If a popular magazine you want isn’t offered and the library keeps a list of such requests, they may bring it in when enough interest is shown.
Join targeted reading groups. Libraries will often hold reading-group sessions targeted to various age groups. Perhaps you’d like to learn a language or improve your English. The library may sponsor a language group you could join. If you have difficulties reading, ask about special reading opportunities. Your library might be able to accommodate you. And you might find it relaxing to bring your small kid to a half-hour Story Time while you sit quietly in a corner with a good book. Start a business using the help of your local library. If you want to have a business of your own, your local library can become a launch space for it. In library books and computers, you can find information on starting a business. Many libraries will help you with locally supplied information about business management shared through chambers of commerce(商会) and government agencies, and they will offer printing, faxing and database services you need.
【1】Public libraries connected by a cooperative network benefit readers by_________.
A.sharing their books on the Internet
B.giving access to online reading at a library branch
C.sending a needed book to a library branch nearby
D.making the checkout procedures diverse
【2】According to Paragraph 3, what items may be checked out from a public library?
A.A magazine and an e-book.
B.A game and an oil painting.
C.A music CD and a kid’s toy.
D.A DVD and a video player.
【3】Your local library can help you start a business by_________.
A.providing relevant information and supporting services
B.offering professional advice on business management
C.supplying useful information of your potential buyers
D.arranging meetings with government officials
【4】What is the purpose of the passage?
A.To point out the importance of public libraries.
B.To encourage people to work in public libraries.
C.To introduce the improved services of public libraries.
D.To call for the modernization of public library systems.
23、★LOUDOUN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
Grades: Preschool-Grade 8
LCDS.org • 703-777-3841
Award-winning school features a low student-teacher ratio (比率). Courses include art, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), computer programming, languages, athletics, instruments. BYOT (Bring Your Own Technology), one-to-one program in fourth through eighth grades. It’s famous for its unique field trips.
★NYSMITH SCHOOL
Grades: 3 years-Grade 8
Nysmith.com • 703-552-2912
Top 10 in the world, fun, award-winning program, up to 4 grade levels of diversification (多样化) in reading and math classes, daily science, computers, logic, foreign languages, much more. 1:9 ratio. Minimal (最少的) homework. Hands-on experimental learning, a great attraction for students across the country. 2014 Tommy Award from TJ for the special achievement of Nysmith Alumni.
★FUSION ACADEMY TYSONS
Grades: 6-12
FusionTysonsCorner.com • 866-461-8039
Fusion Academy is a private middle and high school where all classes are one-to-one: one student and one teacher per classroom. Here, positive relationships unlock students’ potential. Scheduling is personalized, and no homework goes home. Come soon to Tysons, Virginia, and achieve school & life balance.
★RANDOLPH-MACON ACADEMY
Grades: 6-12, Postgraduate
rma.edu • 540-636-5484
R-MA is a college-prep boarding school with Air Force JROTC, devoted to developing students of academic achievement, leadership, and responsible citizenship. With smaller classes - on average, 14-17 students per class - students at R-MA find themselves building their confidence because our teachers care about each student. Graduating classes have a 100% college acceptance rate and average over $56.6 million in college scholarships offers each year.
【1】What makes LCDS different from the others?
A.field trips.
B.a variety of courses.
C.one-to-one classes.
D.award-winning programs.
【2】Why is NYSMITH SCHOOL popular among students?
A.It has no homework.
B.It is the world’s best school.
C.It is a frequent winner of the Tommy Award.
D.It gives them a chance to learn from experience.
【3】Which school specializes in personalized education?
A.LOUDOUN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL.
B.NYSMITH SCHOOL.
C.FUSION ACADEMY TYSONS.
D.RANDOLPH-MACON ACADEMY.
24、Make Money This Summer with Sunny Libraries!
Do you have too much free time this summer vacation? Do you need a summer job to earn extra money? Do you want to be involved in your community? Sunny Area Library System (SALS) has job opportunities for high school students. These are good chances to get work experience.
Book Theater brings children’s book stories to life. It has shows at all Sunny Libraries. Applicants should enjoy performing in front of an audience and working with young children. Work Hours: Practice: Fridays 4:00 pm — 6:00 pm Performance: Tuesdays 10:00 am Rate of Pay: $16/performance | Computer Tutor helps guests to deal with technology problems, involving Internet searches and using the SALS Website to find materials. Applicants should have computer skills. Work Hours: Monday—Friday 9:00 am—5:00 pm Rate of Pay: $ 8/hour |
Bookmobile helps the driver find the routes to libraries. The truck you work in is air-conditioned, and the driver is friendly. Applicants must be able to lift heavy boxes. Work Hours: Sunday and Friday 9:00 am — 4:00 pm Rate of Pay: $10/hour | Reader Desk provides service with a smile while checking materials in and out to guests. Friendly attitude and ability to work on library data system required. Work Hours: Monday—Tuesday 8:00 am—4:00 pm Rate of Pay: $ 7.50/hour |
【1】How much can you earn if you work as Computer Tutor for one week?
A. $64. B. $120.
C. $320. D. $140.
【2】What are you expected to do if you get the job of “Reader Desk”?
A. To repair computers. B. To lift heavy boxes.
C. To work with young children. D. To check materials for guests.
【3】What’s the main purpose of the above advertisement?
A. To attract students to libraries. B. To raise money for libraries.
C. To introduce new books. D. To provide job opportunities.
25、Diego is in front of a group of people. He’s blindfolded, but he can still show these people something_______, which he calls “the art of_______”. First, the audience randomly_______ sixty numbers. After that, a helper reads the_______ to Diego. Then, after hearing them just a single time, Diego_______ the numbers in the correct order from memory. He does this first in the order he hears them, then again — backwards! The audience then cheer in disbelief.
Diego has a very special kind of memory. He ___________, “It’s a kind of memory that is _________ to what I experience. It means that every idea I learn, everything I read, becomes a part of me. Normally, a person who doesn’t have this special ability and hasn’t trained their memory _________ to just forget things. Not me.” Diego says that with his special_______, he can remember every ________ of every day of his life since he was less than one year old!
If there is a memory gene (基因) Diego probably has it, but his genes are only part of the________. Since the age of 11, he’s been training his brain to remember more and more. He practices __________, thinking about memory and working on it all the time. He has even ________ a whole series of 250 historical books! Diego’s practice and________ work shows that a great memory can be made, and not just________!
【1】
A.funny
B.creative
C.amazing
D.reasonable
【2】
A.life
B.memory
C.magic
D.language
【3】
A.choose
B.say
C.hide
D.record
【4】
A.rules
B.marks
C.numbers
D.names
【5】
A.recognizes
B.calculates
C.collects
D.repeats
【6】
A.adds
B.explains
C.inquires
D.announces
【7】
A.connected
B.introduced
C.familiar
D.opposite
【8】
A.happens
B.attempts
C.tends
D.hates
【9】
A.dream
B.gift
C.chance
D.plan
【10】
A.word
B.feature
C.principle
D.detail
【11】
A.story
B.game
C.idea
D.plot
【12】
A.cooperatively
B.mechanically
C.occasionally
D.continuously
【13】
A.written
B.memorized
C.copied
D.translated
【14】
A.hard
B.ordinary
C.academic
D.original
【15】
A.imagined
B.discovered
C.born
D.trained
26、阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一个完整的短文。
Have you ever felt the need to grab a pen and start writing your thoughts on a piece of paper? Tom had always been a lover of stories, and of words that come together to create vivid imagery (意象). He would spend hours writing down his thoughts and ideas, crafting worlds and people with his pen and paper.
But when it came to his parents, they didn’t believe how much he enjoyed writing. In fact, they discouraged him, telling him that he should focus on more practical career fields like becoming a lawyer.
The annual writing competition arrived once again, which was a time to show creative writing as well as the vivid imagination of students. Although Tom had a burning passion for writing, he had always hesitated to enter the race. He was worried that his parents would disapprove of him spending so much time writing, leading him to miss the competition in previous years. But this time, he decided to take a chance and see if he could win this race. Perhaps if his parents saw how talented he truly was, they would come to support him.
Days passed as he carefully prepared his writing, pouring his heart and soul into every word. When he finished, he read it over and felt proud of what he had written. He prepared to hand in his writing, but his parents still believed he was wasting time. He still decided to submit his entry anyway.
Weeks went by before the contest’s results were announced. Tom waited anxiously, wondering if his writing was good enough to win a prize. He checked out his mailbox every day after school.
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。
Finally, the day arrived and the winners were announced.
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Just then, the door opened and Tom’s parents returned home from work.
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