1、________ no wonder that they had so much trouble.
A. This is B. That is
C. It is D. There is
2、 People who do not smoke have less ______of suffering from lung cancer than those who do so.
A. potential B. pattern
C. preference D. prejudice
3、The "Chinese Dream" is _____ dream to improve people's well-being and _____ dream of harmony, peace and development.
A. the; a B. a; a C. a; the D. the; the
4、Over the last decade, the government _______ hard at using advertisements to educate the public on fighting AIDS.
A．had worked
B．have worked
C．worked
D．was working
5、I'll be out for some time. ______ anything important happens, call me up immediately.
A. In case B. As if
C. Even though D. Now that
6、Currently AI is used mostly in the tech industry, ________ it has created efficiencies and produced new products and services.
A.when B.about which C.where D.of which
7、A small plane crashed into a hillside five miles east of the city, _______ all four people on board.
A．killing
B．killed
C．kill
D．to kill
8、—Why did you take this picture ______?
—I’m going to ______ a new one.
A.off; put out B.up; put on
C.down; put up D.out; put into
9、 She _________the sign language before she served as a volunteer to help the deaf.
A. learns B. has learned
C. was learning D. had learned
10、I have been waiting for a bus for such a long time. Wish I _______ a book with me!
A. brought B. would bring
C. had brought D. bring
11、You don't have to describe her. I ________ her several times.
A．had met
B．have met
C．met
D．meet
12、_____I accept that he is not perfect, I do actually like the person.
A.While B.Since C.As D.Unless
13、Mum ______ to us, “Be quiet! Your little sister’s sleeping.”
A. whispered B. shouted
C. explained D. replied
14、Compared to English, Spanish is a _______ easy language to learn.
A.rapidly B.relatively C.regularly D.respectively
15、--- Did you see who the man was?
--- No, so quickly ________ that I couldn’t get a good look at his face.
A. did he run B. has he run
C. he has run D. he ran
16、It is generally believed that communication skills are becoming ______ it takes to be a good doctor.
A. whether B. that C. how D. What
17、The English play _____ my students acted at the New Year’s party was a great success.
A. for which B. in which
C. at which D. on which
18、The couple's kindness gave me a deep ________ and reminded me of the best things about Christmas.
A．impression
B．expression
C．description
D．collection
19、China is no longer ______ it used to be.
A．what
B．that
C．how
D．who
20、Joe is a good basketball player ______ being short and stout.
A. due to B. despite
C. considering D. concerning
21、 Most of the world’s potable water—freshwater suitable for drinking is accounted for by groundwater, which is stored in the pores and fractures in rocks. There is more than 50 times as much freshwater stored underground than in all the freshwater rivers and lakes at the surface. Nearly 50 percent of all groundwater is stored in the upper 1,000 meters of Earth. At greater depths within Earth, the pressure of the overlying rock causes pores and cracks to close, reducing the space that pore water can occupy, and almost complete closure occurs at a depth of about 10 kilometers. The greatest water storage, therefore, lies near the surface.
Aquifers, Porosity and Permeability. Groundwater is stored in a variety of rock types. A groundwater reservoir from which water can be extracted is called an aquifer. We can effectively think of an aquifer as a deposit of water. Extraction of water depends on two properties of the aquifer: porosity and permeability. Between sediment grains are spaces that can be filled with water. This pore space is known as porosity and is expressed as a percentage of the total rock volume. Porosity is important for water—storage capacity, but for water to flow through rocks, the pore spaces must be connected. The ability of water, or other fluids, to flow through the interconnected pore spaces in rocks is termed permeability. In the intergranular spaces of rocks, however, fluid must flow around and between grains in a tortuous path; this winding path causes a resistance to flow. The rate at which the flowing water overcomes this resistance is related to the permeability of rock.
Sediment sorting and compaction influence permeability and porosity. The more poorly sorted or the more tightly compacted a sediment is, the lower its porosity and permeability. Sedimentary rocks—the most common rock type near the surface—are also the most common reservoirs for water because they contain the most space that can be filled with water. Sandstones generally make good aquifers, while finer-grained mudstones are typically impermeable. Impermeable rocks are referred to as aquicludes. Igneous and metamorphic rocks are more compact, commonly crystalline, and rarely contain spaces between grains. However, even igneous and metamorphic rocks may act as groundwater reservoirs if extensive fracturing occurs in such rocks and if the fracture system is interconnected.
【1】Groundwater differs from the water in rivers and lakes in terms of its____.
A.portability B.abundance C.usefulness D.cost
【2】What is the relationship between permeability and porosity?
A.Rocks that have high permeability have high porosity and vice versa.
B.The more pores a rock has, the higher its porosity but the lower its permeability.
C.If water flows through a rock easily, it has high permeability but low porosity.
D.Rocks with many internal spaces that are not connected with each other will have high porosity but low permeability.
【3】When can igneous rock serve as an aquifer?
A.When it is crystalline.
B.When it has many connected fractures.
C.When it lies relatively near the surface.
D.When it lies next to metamorphic rock.
22、How men first learned to invent words is unknown. All we have really known is that men, unlike animals, somehow invented certain sounds to express thoughts, feelings, actions, and things so that they could communicate with each other. Later, they agree upon certain signs, called letters (字母), which could come together to represent those sounds, and could be written down. These sounds, whether spoken or written in letters, are called words.
The power of words, then, lies in their associations (联系) — the things they bring to our minds. Words become filled with meaning for us by experience; and the longer we live, the more certain words recall to us the glad and sad events of our past; and the more we read and learn, the more the number of words that mean something to us increases.
Great writers are those who not only have great thoughts but also express these thoughts in words which touch our minds and emotions. Above all, they are skilled at words. They can express their meaning in words which can move us to tears. We should therefore learn to choose our words carefully and use them correctly, or they will make our speeches silly and vulgar (粗俗的).
I often talk to my kids about the power of words and how we use them. Sometimes we use our words wisely, but sometimes we don’t. Everyone makes mistakes, or says things they regret. Offer kind words anytime you are able to do so. It will make a difference to someone in away. Negative words never bring anything good. Even if you disagree or are expressing your anger, be polite, Remember when words have hurt you, try not to do the same to someone else.
【1】Which of the following were first invented by men about language?
A．Sounds.
B．Signs.
C．Letters.
D．Actions.
【2】According to the text, what is special about great writers?
A．They are good at communication.
B．They have rich life and work experiences.
C．They never choose silly or impolite words.
D．They can express their great thoughts in touching words.
【3】What does the underlined word “they” in paragraph 3 refer to?
A．Emotions.
B．Thoughts.
C．Words.
D．Writers.
【4】What does the last paragraph focus on?
A．The power of words and how to use them.
B．Word mistakes which are made by kids.
C．Polite actions that will bring something good.
D．The difference between kind words and negative words.
23、Boston University was always my dream, but when it came to making the decision, I had to be sure that I was confident in my choice. Boston University drew me in for several reasons—its perfect location in the heart of Boston, its strong education programs, and the comfortable community (社区). One special thing that set Boston University apart from my other college options was that I could be placed in the classroom to experience teaching in my freshman year. I had wanted to be a teacher for as long as I could remember, after all.
After just six short weeks, I was absolutely confident that I made the right choice to attend Boston University. At Boston University, I attended an education program—ED 100. Each Wednesday, I went to Bowman Elementary School to help in a fifth grade classroom.
Although I was a secondary education major, working with fifth graders was very memorable. One of my weekly tasks was to lead a reading group of about five students. It was tiring, but I fully enjoyed getting to know their strengths (长处) and a little bit about each student apart from their studies.
As the weeks went on, I found myself further involved (参与) more classroom activities, often helping students one by one or in small groups. The students never stopped amazing me—they were always ready to take part in class activities and share their ideas. For each class, I usually spent a long time preparing it. I also loved learning from other teachers, and taking note of their excellent teaching skills, some of which I hoped to use in my own classroom.
The program—ED 100 has even further confirmed (确认) my desire to become an educator. I have passion to work with children. I can’t wait to have my own classroom of students. I’m so happy that I’ve made the right decision to choose Boston University.
【1】What attracted the author most about Boston University?
A．Being in the center of the city.
B．Having a comfortable community.
C．Allowing her to teach in the first year.
D．Offering strong education programs.
【2】What did the author think of her teaching at Boston Elementary School?
A．It was quite relaxing.
B．It was a pleasant experience.
C．It was a bit disappointing.
D．It was full of difficulties
【3】What did the author say about her students?
A．They were very active in class.
B．They always tried to surprise her.
C．They helped her gain new teaching skills.
D．They showed a talent for studying languages.
【4】What would be the best title for the text?
A．The key to a popular teacher.
B．The value of school education.
C．Boston University: my favorite university.
D．ED 100: my first teaching experience in the classroom.
24、Top Summer Camp For Kids 2021
River Valley Ranch Camps
Location： Carroll County, Northern Maryland
Started in 1952 as a cowboy summer camp for youth, now it offers the best camps in the United States, providing some of the most entertaining activities for campers. They are annually inspected by outside organizations to ensure that their facilities and activities are up to the best standards. With a wide selection of different types of camps, it's an excellent choice for families that need flexibility.
River Way Ranch Camp
Location： Fresno County, California
As an award winning camp, it's been in business for over 54 years! It's well suited for first time beginners who have never been camping before. With different camp activities for kids of all age ranges, they have some activities that your kids will love, like horseback riding, waterskiing, adventure climbing course, dance and many more options.
Rockbrook Camp for Girls
Location： Brevard, North Carolina
As one of the top summer camps for girls, founded in 1921, it's an all-girls camp providing entertaining and memorable experiences for kids between the ages of 6-16. Unusually, they host several different overnight camp sessions in the early summer, mid-summer, and late summer lasting a couple of weeks. It also has special camps for those extremely interested in a horse camp for their children.
Camp Moosilauke
Location： Orford, New Hampshire
As one of the top summer camps for boys, it was first founded in 1904 and its mission has always stayed the same, to help young boys increase their confidence, happiness and self-reliance. Some of the most popular activities at Moosilauke include tennis, wake surfing, rock climbing, baseball, and canoeing. Campers can compete against other camps in a wide range of sports.
【1】What do you know about River Valley Ranch Camps?
A.It is intended for the cowboys to get entertained.
B.It does take the safety of the campers very seriously.
C.It makes efforts to check their facilities in person.
D.It requires parents should come with their kids.
【2】What makes Rockbrook Camp for Girls unique?
A.Kids of all age ranges are welcome to it.
B.Girls have to take all the overnight camp sessions.
C.Its activities last three whole seasons.
D.Kids can join in overnight camp sessions.
【3】Which of the above camps has the longest history?
A.Camp Moosilauke. B.Rockbrook Camp for Girls.
C.River Way Ranch Camp. D.River Valley Ranch Camp.
25、 It was a warm Sunday. When Randy arrived to perform in the hospital room, Pam worried it was already too _________. Her 88-year-old stepfather, Strobel, had just been moved to the palliative (保守治疗) care unit. Pam could _________ that something had changed in him. A nurse told her Strobel's _________ was near.
'You're probably _________ your time, ' Pam told Randy. But Randy _________ with her what medical professionals had told him: _________ may be the last sense to go.
'Let me go in and _________', Randy said. 'It's as much for you as it is for him.'
Randy is a country and folk musician. When he was in his childhood, his mother encouraged her young son's _________ talent. When she was dying of cancer, he put their _________ of songs to its greatest use. He __________ crawl into her hospital bed with his guitar and sing her favorites. His mother seemed to relax, a(n) __________ look crossing her face.
'That moment allowed her and me to __________ like we used to when I was singing as a kid,' Randy recalled. It emphasized to him the __________ of music. When he __________ a non-profit organization called Swan Songs which arranged free musical last wishes, Randy __________ the program.
That was the case with Pam's stepfather who enjoyed __________ music, and Swan Songs sent Randy. That's __________ Randy arrived at the hospital that day, when Strobel seemed ready to say goodbye. Randy played some songs and after 45 minutes, Pam asked for just one more song. Randy __________ Love Me. He sang the last note and Strobel took his last __________.
'Oh my! We just experienced one of the most magical moments in our lives. It was a gift for us all. At a really sad time, it was __________,' says Pam.
【1】A.long B.late C.far D.early
【2】A.tell B.explain C.guess D.announce
【3】A.failure B.relief C.time D.recovery
【4】A.saving B.sparing C.spending D.wasting
【5】A.shared B.traded C.discussed D.exchanged
【6】A.Taste B.Hearing C.Smell D.Touch
【7】A.observe B.check C.chat D.play
【8】A.athletic B.creative C.musical D.literary
【9】A.instruction B.love C.choice D.assessment
【10】A.would B.must C.might D.should
【11】A.embarrassed B.regretful C.confused D.peaceful
【12】A.comfort B.pray C.connect D.escape
【13】A.power B.rhythm C.style D.sound
【14】A.set up B.broke up C.heard about D.talked about
【15】A.lived up to B.signed up for C.caught up with D.got down to
【16】A.modern B.popular C.classical D.country
【17】A.when B.why C.what D.how
【18】A.chose B.analyzed C.wrote D.enjoyed
【19】A.chance B.action C.lesson D.breath
【20】A.delightful B.hopeful C.beautiful D.painful
26、假设你是一名初三毕业生，现在面临两个选择，一是出国留学，二是继续在国内读高中。请选择其中一项，阐述其优点，可参考以下要点：
一、出国留学优点 | 二、国内读书优点 |
1．良好的语言环境，更有利于英语学习。 2．拓宽视野，锻炼独立生活的能力。3．传播中国悠久的历史和文化。 | 1．生活起居有父母照顾。 2．朋友在身边，能交流不孤单。 3．生活学习费用低。 |
注意： 1. 从上表两个选择中选取一项并阐述该项优点即可。
2. 词数100左右。
3. 开头已给出，不计入总词数。
In recent years, studying abroad has become more and more popular. I have just graduated from secondary school. I choose to ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________