1、—How was your vacation in the small town?
—Pretty good. In the evenings we ________ beer with the locals in the open air.
A. have enjoyed B. enjoyed C. had enjoyed D. enjoy
2、Some models are all skins and bones. In my opinion, they are beautiful.
A. all but B. none but.
C. anything but D. nothing but
3、It was with deep sadness that the House of Chanel announced the passing of Karl Lagerfeld, ________ talent for all the branding campaigns related to fashion it benefited since 1987.
A．of which
B．whose
C．of whom
D．from whose
4、Most children are ready to eat almost anything _____ is offered to them.
A.when B.what C.which D.that
5、On _________ that all go smoothly, we can realize our annual goals as expected.
A.situation B.case C.condition D.environment
6、Mr. Zhao, who as a teacher for 8 years, is now a lawyer.
A．works
B．had worked
C．is working
D．worked
7、The film is ______ for children only.
A．intended
B．intending
C．to intend
D．intend
8、It is usually very hot here in Wuxi in June, but it _______ be cool sometimes.
A．can
B．must
C．should
D．would
9、Mrs. Brown really ____ go on a diet. She has put on so much weight since she gave up jogging.
A. could B. ought to
C. may D. must
10、Jack is pleased with ________ you have given him and all ________ you have told him.
A.that, what B.what, that C.which, what D.that, which
11、It was the rock I leant on to become strong and to ________ those hard times.
A．break through
B．put through
C．look through
D．get through
12、Have you already __________________ for the driver's education class? If so, we can learn driving course together this summer vocation
A.put up B.sign up C.cheer up D.bring up
13、— Could you help me take care of my pet dog on the 19th?
— I’m afraid I'm not ____________ that day.
A.blank B.sufficient C.available D.convenient
14、So that the boat almost .
A.tough the sea became… turned down B.rough did the sea become… turned over
C.rough the sea became… turned over D.tough did the sea become… turned down
15、With my friend, who is a mechanic, ______ me, I’m sure this second-hand motorbike will soon be as good as new.
A.having helped B.helping C.helped D.helps
16、The new government desire corruption ________ as soon as possible to regain people’s trust.
A．should cure
B．is cured
C．must be cured
D．be cured
17、So long as you do what you can, no one will blame you ____________ you might fail in the future.
A. as though B. in case
C. now that D. even if
18、One day, my two brothers and I were coming back from the islands _______ we often risked going and got more fish than others
A.which B.when C.in which D.where
19、Drivers must strictly_______the speed limit when driving on the freeways to keep away from any possible accidents.
A.grasp B.represent C.observe D.reduce
20、With Mother's Day around the corner，I have taken some money out of the bank_____________ presents for my mother.
A．buy
B．to buy
C．buying
D．having bought
21、Such tourists ________ have visited Shanghai all think that a visit to Shanghai cannot be complete without a stroll along the Bund.
A.who B.that
C.as D.whoever
22、Time passed quickly and three years went by ______ we knew it. How I regret the time I wasted!
A. after B. till C. before D. when
23、Each one of us should be environmentally friendly and ________ our rubbish.
A．conduct
B．consume
C．restore
D．recycle
24、No sooner a shelter it began to pour.
A.we found… than B.had we found… when
C.had we found… than D.we found… when
25、The girl dressed in the latest fashion is ______ in her appearance but rude in her speech.
A．outgoing
B．elegant
C．shallow
D．relevant
26、Wow!A Simple to Use Computer
Designed Especially for Seniors!
Easy to read.Easy to see.Easy to use.Just plug(插入）it in!
There is finally a computer that's designed for simplicity and ease of use.It's the WOW Computer,and it was designed with you in mind. This computer is easy-to-use, worry-free and really puts the world at your fingertips.From the moment you open the box,you'll realize how different the WOW Computer is.All the parts are connected;all you do is plug it into an outlet(插座）and your high-speed Internet connection.Then you'll see the screen-it's now 22 inches. This is a completely new touch screen system, without the messy look of the normal computer screen.The"buttons"on the screen are easy to see and easy to understand.All you do is touch one of them,from the Web, Email,Calendar to Games-you name it... and a new screen opens up.It's so easy to use you won't have to ask your children or grandchildren for help.Until now,the very people who could benefit most from E-mail and the Internet are the ones that have had the hardest time accessing it.Now,thanks to the WOW Computer,countless older Americans are discovering the wonderful world of the Internet every day.Isn't it time you took part? Call,now,and you'll find out why tens of thousands of satisfied seniors are now enjoying their WOW Computers,emailing their grandchildren, and experiencing everything the Internet has to offer.Call today!
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【1】According to the ad,WOW Computer is
A.power-free B.elder-friendly
C.post-free D.environment-friendly
【2】What does the underlined sentence imply?
A.Seniors fail to be instructed by their children.
B.Seniors are often out of touch with their kids.
C.Seniors starve for a computer easy to operate.
D.Seniors have little time to surf the Internet.
【3】If an old man buys the computer,he can
A.be given a big discount
B.update software for someone else
C.discover the bright future of his kids
D.email his children without difficulty
27、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.【1】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.
【2】While libraries still loan out books, you’ll find it easier to get a copy of whatever you’re looking for, thanks to a cooperative network of area libraries. Through such networks, libraries share their books with each other. Once the book you’ve requested is delivered to the nearest branch, they will inform you by e-mail.【3】
Join targeted reading groups. Libraries will often hold reading-group sessions targeted at various age groups.【4】 The library may sponsor(赞助) a language group you could join. If you have difficulty reading, ask about special reading opportunities. Your library might be able to help 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 with 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.【5】
A．Check out a book.
B．So you can pick it up.
C．Check out what you want.
D．They will also offer printing and database services you need.
E．It is been years since they were dusty little rooms with books.
F．Perhaps you’d like to learn a language or improve your English.
G．Libraries can loan out movies on DVDs and popular magazines.
28、Small talk – the likes of “What do you have there? Popcorn?” or “The weather today is beautiful, isn’t it?” – is meaningless and a waste of time, according to some people. But scientists believe that it is actually more useful than it may appear to be.
One example comes when you are on a train or a plane. The thought of talking to the stranger sitting beside you can be scary, because you know the conversation is sure to be awkward. But a study by the University of Chicago in the US found that people who chat to strangers enjoy a better ride than those who sit in silence or occupy themselves with their phones.
In the study, researchers asked people at Chicago train stations to start conversations with fellow travelers. Most of them refused to do so at first because they expected not to get a friendly answer. But the result turned out to be just the opposite – most strangers were not only willing to be talked to, but also pleasant to talk to.
“Human beings are social animals, ” Nicholas Epley, one of the lead researchers, told Live Science. “Other people are people, too. And it turns out that they’d like to get to know you. ”
Apart from making you happier, small talk with strangers can also help you feel connected to your surroundings. Previous studies found that when people a/re frequently smiled at, made eye contact with and spoken to at coffee shops, they tend to have a stronger sense of belonging instead of feeling like they are being ignored and left out.
And if you are already comfortable enough to make small talk with strangers, you should try to develop it into something “bigger”.
A 2010 study proved that having a deep and meaningful conversation gives you even more happiness than small talk. Participants in the study – 79 college students – reported after the four-day experiment that they were much happier when they had a third as much small talk and twice as many in-depth conversations.
But deep conversations can start with small talk, can’t they? So the first step is to start talking, no matter how casual the topic is. And who knows, maybe an opening line as simple as “I like your hat” could lead to a serious conversation in which you learn something new from a stranger.
【1】What is the reason for the result of the study by the University of Chicago, according to Nicholas Epley?
A．Most people are nice to strangers.
B．People are naturally curious about others.
C．People are afraid of loneliness or boredom.
D．People try to show their good side to strangers.
【2】Which of the following is a benefit of small talk ?
A．Wasting less time.
B．Developing useful contacts.
C．Disconnecting from phones for a while.
D．Feeling like you are a part of your surroundings.
【3】According to the 2010 study, in what way can people get more happiness from talking with strangers?
A．Starting with serious topics.
B．Starting with casual topics.
C．Making it important and deep.
D．Choosing pleasant surroundings.
【4】What is the author’s attitude toward small talk?
A．Supportive.
B．Negative.
C．Doubtful.
D．Objective.
29、ULTIMATE CANADA AND THE ROCKY MOUNTAINEER
15 DAYS FROM £4,495
From the dramatic setting of Vancouver to the easy-going city of Toronto, this adventure takes us across Canada by rail, onboard the iconic Rocky Mountaineer and The Canadian.
Days 1-3, London to Vancouver
Fly from London to Vancouver. Enjoy a sightseeing tour on Day 2, seeing Stanley Park and Chinatown. You're free to explore on Day 3.
Days 4-6, Rocky Mountaineer
Journey on the Rocky Mountaineer through the wilderness on the way to Kamloops. Continue on Day 5, along the “First Passage to the West" route to Banff, where we spend two nights. Discover Banff National Park on Day 6. visiting Emerald Lake and Lake Louise. Later, enjoy a talk from a retired Mountie.
Days 7-8, Jasper National Park
Take a coach along Icefields Parkway to Jasper, stopping to admire the impressive Athabasca Glacier. Spend two nights surrounded by the attractive mountain scenery of Jasper, with a free day on Day 8.
Days 9-11, The Canadian
Start a long journey on The Canadian to Toronto, settling into our berths as we pass pine forests and towering peaks. Spend Day 10 and Day 11 on board, travelling through Winnipeg and across the Canadian Shield.
Days 12-15, Toronto and London
Arrive in energetic Toronto for two nights, visiting the spectacular Niagara Falls on Day 13. After a free day on Day 14, fly home in the evening, arriving on Day 15.
The 2022 itinerary is different. Please call for details.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
• UK Tour Manager throughout
• Return scheduled flights
• Luggage Service without payment
• 10 nights' accommodation, 3 nights on The Canadian and 13 meals
• All tour excursions
DEPARTURES
7 May, 21 | £ 4,795 | 24 Sept, 21 | £4,995 |
21 May, 21 | £4,895 | 7 May, 22 | £4,495 |
4 Jun, 21 | £4,995 | 21 May, 22 | £4,795 |
25 Jun, 21 | £4,895 | 4 Jun, 22 | £4,995 |
3 Sept, 21 | £5,095 | 25 Jun, 22 | £5,095 |
17 Sept, 21 | SOLD OUT | 20 Aug, 22 | £4,995 |
See our website for full 2021 and 2022 dates and prices.
【1】Where can the traveler enjoy the amazing Athabasca Glacier?
A．In Vancouver.
B．In Kamloops.
C．In Jasper.
D．In Toronto.
【2】What fee is NOT included during the whole dventure?
A．Round-trip scheduled flights.
B．Free Luggage Service.
C．15 nights' accommodation.
D．UK Tour Manager all the way.
【3】On which of the following adventures will the traveler spend most?
A．Trip departing on 7 May, 21.
B．Trip departing on 25 Jun, 21.
C．Trip departing on 20 Aug, 22.
D．Trip departing on 3 Sept, 21.
30、My grandma was in a nursing home. She was unable to move; now her eyesight was almost ______. Grandma and I often exchanged cards. I knew that she enjoyed ______ in touch with people. Since I returned, Grandma thought I should be her “personal ______ ” . I said, “I guess you’ve forgotten how bad my ______ is.” Grandma acted like she didn’t ______ me. Grandma would have me write letters on the cards she would send. She would dictate(口授); then I would ______ what she said. Grandma would always have me ______ what I had written back to her. Grandma didn’t have a hearing ______ then because she was always telling me, “That is not _________ what I said!” I would then rewrite what she exactly said.
Since I was ______ before Christmas, I asked Grandma if she would send some Christmas cards. Grandma readily agreed. I prepared several _________kinds of cards. I knew she had friends and family who all had different ________. I would take each card and ______ the front of the card in detail.
After a while, I looked up and I ______ several nursing home ________ standing in the doorway. I started to notice as I read each card, the ________ on their faces and Grandma’s face, too. Each one had a smile in _________ eyes, as they were seeing the scenes in their minds.
I thought I would be doing Grandma a favor when I started to write the Christmas ____ for her, ____ it turned out that she did me a big favor. I would always cherish this special memory of bringing some Christmas______and pleasant memories to Grandma and her fellow residents. That was it.
【1】
A．wonderful
B．found
C．gone
D．young
【2】
A．keeping
B．losing
C．getting
D．staying
【3】
A．teacher
B．secretary
C．competitor
D．driver
【4】
A．feeling
B．thinking
C．building
D．handwriting
【5】
A．understand
B．recognize
C．hear
D．find
【6】
A．wait for
B．write down
C．watch over
D．pay for
【7】
A．show
B．smooth
C．count
D．read
【8】
A．advantage
B．opinion
C．problem
D．desire
【9】
A．exactly
B．actually
C．obviously
D．clearly
【10】
A．tired
B．free
C．careful
D．generous
【11】
A．different
B．familiar
C．similar
D．same
【12】
A．methods
B．names
C．interests
D．habits
【13】
A．describe
B．hide
C．draw
D．find
【14】
A．told
B．noticed
C．attacked
D．challenged
【15】
A．kinds
B．teams
C．judges
D．residents
【16】
A．eyes
B．feelings
C．tears
D．looks
【17】
A．my
B．their
C．her
D．your
【18】
A．trees
B．gifts
C．cards
D．rings
【19】
A．but
B．though
C．so
D．if
【20】
A．disappointment
B．dislike
C．surprise
D．joy
31、阅读下面课文段落，在空白处填入1-3个适当的单词，补全句子。
Not that Charlie’s own life was 【1】! I He was born in a poor family in 1889. His parents were both poor music hall 【2】. You may find 【3】 astonishing that Charlie was taught to sing as soon as she could speak.
32、假设你是李华，你的美国朋友Mike来信说他对中国非常感兴趣，请你给他回一封信，邀请他来中国旅游。内容包括：
1.写信目的；
2.简要介绍中国（如历史、文化、名胜古迹、美食、交通等）；
3.表达期望。
注意：1.词数100左右；
2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3.开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear Mike，
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Yours，
Li Hua