1、The water supply ________ suddenly, which ________ the accident.
A．was cut off; contributed to
B．was cut off; due to
C．was cut out; due to
D．was cut out; was contributed to
2、She _________in philosophy at Harvard.
A. majored B. managed
C. mastered D. matched
3、My computer needs ________ but I forgot ________ it to the repair shop .
A.to repair; to take B.repairing; to take
C.to be repaired; taking D.repairing; taking
4、The child asked his mother______go out to play tennis.
A．that he could
B．if he could
C．if could he
D．that could he
5、The truth, Sir, is that the old man____ across the street when my car hit him.
A. was to walk B. had been walking
C. walked D. was walking
6、Besides the focus on the development of the economy, people should also how to protect the environment.
A. give rise to B. give thought to
C. give praise to D. give way to
7、— Oh, my God, I left my portable computer in the taxi!
— ________. Let’s call the taxi company first．
A.Pray for it B. Cheer up
C. Forget it D. Calm down
8、Do you know the year ________ the Chinese Communist Party was founded?
A．which
B．that
C．when
D．on which
9、He wanted the girl he was looking forward ________ ________ stay with him.
A. for; to B. to; with
C. to; to D. with; to
10、 ______he wants to write back,we have sent a stamped addressed envelope.
A. Unless B. Even if
C. In case D. As long as
11、—Why didn’t you invite John to your birthday party?
—Well, you know he’s _______ .
A. an early bird B. a wet blanket
C. a lucky dog D. a tough nut
12、They informed me that they would talk to me ______ my application for the post of assistant editor.
A．in exchange for
B．in favor of
C．in preparation for
D．in regard to
13、She _______down her book and ________in bed.
A. lay; laid B. laid; lay
C. lay; lay D. laid; laid
14、The new mobile phones ________, because they ________.
A．sell out, are sold well
B．were sold out, sell well
C．were sold out, were sold
D．sell out, sell well
15、Sam remembered several occasions in the past _____ he had experienced a similar feeling.
A. when B. which C. why D. that
16、 New Zealand is a beautiful country ________ is known for its pleasant climate and amazing scenery.
A. who B. whose C. which D. where
17、It is no use ________ to persuade him ________ a holiday because he is a work addict.
A．trying; to have
B．trying; having
C．to try; having
D．to try; to have
18、If you are addicted to your mobile phone, that’s ______ you should lay it down and be involved in meaningful activities.
A.when B.why C.where D.how
19、—I think decisions made ______ are always bad ones.
—I agree with you.
A．in particular
B．in danger
C．in panic
D．in silence
20、The requirement of the government is that the citizens not set off fireworks from January 1, 2019 on.
A. shall B. should
C. can D. may
21、Known as “soft gold”, Gambiered Canton Gauze(香云纱) is the perfect silk fabric (布料) for cheongsam (旗袍). It feels smooth and comfortable, easy to wash and dry, and is also good for people’s health.
Today, Gambiered Canton Gauze is the only silk fabric in the world that’s still hand-dyed (手工染) and using natural plants. It gets its color from shuliang, a yam (薯蓣) plant growing in Shunde, Guangdong, which can help fight against bacteria (细菌) and bad smells.
The skill of dyeing Gambiered Canton Gauze has a long-lasting history of more than 500 years. In 2008, it was listed as a national intangible cultural heritage (国家非物质文化遗产).
Mr. Ouyang is an inheritor (继承人) of the Gambiered Canton Gauze dyeing technique. He started learning the technique in 2017.
The dyeing process includes 30 steps. It can take up to six months and is done by hand with materials from nature. “The plant shuliang, river mud, sunshine and grass all play key roles in dyeing,” Mr. Ouyang said.
To dye the fabric, workers put it in shuliang juice and let it dry on the grass. They repeat this many times until it turns brownish-yellow. Then, they put river mud on it to help shuliang react fully. After washing and drying again, the fabric turns black!
Mastering the technique is a tricky (棘手的) task, according to Mr. Ouyang, who said the most challenging part is controlling the density (浓度) of shuliang juice. “ Too much may cause color loss, and too little may not lead to a dark enough fabric,” he said. “Better control of density comes after many failures.”
Passing on the craft is also challenging. The job can be exhausting as workers have to be at work under the sun for eight hours each day. Therefore, only a few people work in the industry, and skilled masters are getting older as fewer young people take part.
Considering this, Mr. Ouyang has worked harder to develop the traditional craft by combining other dyeing techniques such as tie-dye (扎染) and batik (蜡染) and cooperating with famous fashion designers. They are turning the silk into both traditional and fashionable clothes that are popular worldwide. In this way, according to Mr. Ouyang, the craft can stay alive and even draw more people to join the industry.
【1】What can we learn about Gambiered Canton Gauze from the passage?
A．It is hand-dyed using natural plants.
B．It feels comfortable, but is not easy to wash.
C．The art of gauze-dyeing has a history of 1,000 years.
D．It is the perfect material for bedding items.
【2】According to Mr. Ouyang, what is the most challenging part in the dyeing process?
A．Washing the fabric by hand.
B．Drying the fabric on the grass.
C．Putting river mud on the fabric.
D．Controlling the density of shuliang juice.
【3】What does Paragraph 8 mainly talk about?
A．The challenges of working with silk.
B．The importance of skilled workers.
C．The challenges of passing on the craft.
D．The reasons why this job is important.
【4】How is Mr. Ouyang working to develop the traditional craft?
A．By promoting the traditional craft abroad.
B．By working with famous fashion designers.
C．By making the dyeing process shorter.
D．By combining modern technology with dyeing skills.
22、Volunteers Wanted
Ecuador
A village in Ecuador has recently developed a ecotourism (生态旅游) project that needs volunteers with a background in tourism. This is an unpaid, challenging job that might last one year. You must be enthusiastic and speak good level of Spanish. You will need to cover your food and lodging on your own.
To find out more information, e-mail volunteer@ ecuador.org.
Bali
Would you like to teach English or computer skills to our local school children in a lovely village in the mountains of Bali? There are also western children homeschooling here, some of whom need help with their daily programs. For volunteers of homeschooling, you are required to have baby-sitter experience. Please contact me for more information at Bali@yahoo.com.
Dominica
Experience nature and adventure in Dominica, the island of the Caribbean. Be part of a happy team, doing things from gardening, to building tree houses, to maintaining hydro systems.
For more information please e-mail info@Dominica.com.
【1】A college graduate who speaks good Spanish and is interested in ecotourism had better work in ______.
A. an island of Dominica B. a village in Ecuador
C. the mountains of Bali D. a house in Caribbean
【2】One who wants to teach small children English will contact ______.
A. volunteer@org B. info@Dominica.com
C. volunteer@ ecuador.org D. Bali@yahoo.com
【3】Which is NOT a required task for a volunteer at the island of Dominica?
A. Gardening.
B. Building tree houses.
C. Swimming in the pool.
D. Maintaining hydro systems.
23、 The U.K. has lots of strange traditions.【1】This racing is on Pancake Day which falls on the last Tuesday of February. On this day, people across the U.K. make and eat pancakes.
【2】As they run, they have to throw the pancake in the air so that it flips and lands back in the pan. The winner is the first to reach the finish line.
One of the most famous pancake races is the Rehab Parliamentary Pancake Race. This takes place on the morning of Pancake Day in London, outside the Houses of Parliament. 【3】One team is made up of members of parliament, and the other is made up of journalists. The race is shown on the news and is reported on TV.【4】It raises money for the charity Rehab, which works with people with disabilities in the UK.
Another important aspect of the race is the official starter. The starter is seen as a respectable role and is usually given to a British news host.【5】
A.One of those is pancake racing.
B.The race is a competition between two teams.
C.But the starter usually has a hard time controlling the race.
D.Besides a bit of fun, the race is also held for a good cause.
E.Some schools or businesses hold special Pancake Day events.
F.The racers have to run holding a frying pan with a pancake in it.
G.Pancakes in the UK are large and thin and can be topped with juice.
24、Dennis Sinar, 51, a doctor from New York, is quick to explain why he took a year-long break from his job. “I was pretty burned out after practicing medicine for 26 years. I needed a recharge.” So he took a “gap year”, from July 2011 to June 2012, to explore things like ancient buildings, and traditional Eastern medicine, in locations including Alaska, Nepal and Romania.
“Taking a break from work is an excellent way for adults to go into a new career or refresh an old one,” said Holly Bull, president of Princeton, N, J. “In recent years, mid-career breaks have been gaining more interest,” she said. A report on adult gap years published this year by a market research company also described the potential American market for gap years as a “sleeping giant.”
“A gap year is a challenge for the older individual to step out of a comfort zone and take a risk. I enjoyed that side most.” said Dr. Sinar, who kept a daily blog about his experience. His time studying Eastern medicine “assured the reasons I went into health care,” said Dr. Sinar, who returned to practice medicine at his old job, although he works fewer days. “I use those experiences to provide my patients with more care,” he added. “And I listen better than I did before.”
George Garritan, chairman of the Department of Leadership and Human Capital Management at New York University, certainly agrees with Dr. Sinar. He said a gap-year experience could be worthwhile for employees and companies. For employees, investing in themselves and improving skill sets is a move that will benefit throughout their career. He added that returning employees feel refreshed and have given more thought to their career. For companies, offering unpaid leaves makes good sense for attracting and keeping talented employees.
【1】Dr. Sinar took a gap year because he ______.
A. had lost his old job
B. wanted to refresh after 26 years’ work
C. had a desire for travelling
D. became interested in historical research
【2】The phrase “sleeping giant” (in 2nd paragraph) indicates that ______.
A. it’s too early for people to accept the concept of gap year
B. the effect of gap year policy remains to be seen
C. it’s difficult to foresee the gap year market
D. more American people will accept the gap year policy
【3】What’s George Garritan’s attitude toward the “gap year”?
A. Positive. B. Doubtful
C. Uninterested. D. Uncertain.
【4】What’s the passage mainly about?
A. How an adult plans a mid-career gap year.
B. Why a gap year is worthwhile for adults.
C. Whether a gap year is popular with adults.
D. Why a gap year is challenging for individuals.
25、 My son left our home in California for Cornell University several days ago. Yesterday he called, saying he was feeling ________ , He had no ________ to go down to the dining hall because he had hardly ________ the whole night before due to food poisoning.
I googled and found a convenience store on campus. I immediately ________ and got Seth, the manager, on the phone. I explained the trouble and asked whether I could buy some items to be ________ in my son's room.
After hearing me out, Seth said, "I'm so sorry that your son is having such a（n）________ start to the term. Don't worry. I'll ________ it for your son. What would you like to buy?”
I told him what I wanted and he ________ to send these things to my son as soon as he could.
My son texted me within one hour that the things had been ________. I was ________ to know he had some food at his bedside. Grateful, I called Seth to ask how much I owed him and that I could let my son ________ him later on.
“Forget it,“ Seth said immediately, "We got this. Hope your son feels better soon.”
“Oh, no, no, I can't take your things for nothing, I ________ .
"You can send us some of the California sunshine," Seth replied ________, leaving me speechless and touched.
In fact, it is Seth who has given me ________ that will last a lifetime. He made sure my son's first week at college was warm and sunny, and helped him build ________ that the world is a friendly place.
A．ashamed
B．disappointed
C．bored
D．unwell
A．time
B．courage
C．energy
D．mood
A．slept
B．eaten
C．moved
D．recovered
A．went
B．called
C．left
D．replied
A．given back
B．picked up
C．cleared away
D．dropped off
A．hopeless
B．unforgettable
C．different
D．unpleasant
A．arrange
B．buy
C．keep
D．order
A．claimed
B．attempted
C．promised
D．declined
A．prepared
B．delivered
C．collected
D．examined
A．relieved
B．proud
C．honored
D．astonished
A．reward
B．praise
C．pay
D．remind
A．insisted
B．demanded
C．admitted
D．complained
A．shyly
B．considerately
C．jokingly
D．curiously
A．confidence
B．warmth
C．support
D．inspiration
A．expectation
B．influence
C．determination
D．faith
26、你校下周五晚的英语戏剧表演活动（English Drama Show）由英语戏剧社组织。假定你是戏剧社的负责人，请你写一份英文通知，在校广播站的“English Time”栏目播出，邀请学生观看,内容包括：
1.时间和地点；
2.表演内容；
3.活动目的。
注意：1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
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