1、As far as I'm concerned, a little planning ________can save a lot of work later on.
A.in advance
B.in fear
C.on board
D.on average
2、Her doctor indicated that even adding a(n) _____ amount of daily exercise would dramatically improve her health.
A.modest B.equal
C.exact D.considerable
3、The British government published an official policy document ________ its plans to bring the UK out of the European Union.
A. letting out B. putting out
C. setting out D. working out
4、Had he taken his parent’s advice, he having made such a silly mistake now.
A. would not regret B. would not have regretted
C. may not regret D. may not have regretted
5、We had thought the examination would be difficult,but it________ easy.
A.considered
B.made
C.kept
D.proved
6、Bring an umbrella with you________ it rains.
A.in any case
B.in no case
C.in case
D.in that case
7、Child________ she is, she knows a lot about the universe.
A.as
B.during
C.so
D.though
8、 A number of books in the library _______ been stolen so that the number of them ______smaller than before.
A. have; is B. has; is C. has; are D. have; are
9、My bike 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
10、----Catherine, I have cleaned the room for you.
---- Thanks. You _______ it. I could manage it myself.
A. needn’t have done B. needn’t do
C. mustn’t do D. shouldn’t have done
11、Tom knew he would certainly get ________ if he was late home
A.shout at
B.to shout at
C.shouted at
D.to be shouted at
12、He________ the wall and just looked at everybody in the room.
A.loaded with B.lined up C.held back D.leaned against
13、Satellites make TV accessible to people who live far away from cities, and satellite dishes can be often seen________ throughout the countryside and remote areas.
A.distributing B.to distribute C.distribute D.distributed
14、December 25 is the day____ westerners celebrate as their Christmas Day.
A.when
B.that
C.as
D.on which
15、_______ another hit in his business, Mr. Green hasn’t got the courage to try again.
A. Suffering B. Being suffered C. Suffered D. Having suffered
16、Their perseverance ______ with an epic comeback against the defending champion Brazil in the quarter-finals.
A.is paid off
B.pays off
C.paid off
D.was paid off
17、 The door is open but nobody is in. Mary______have forgotten to lock the door.
A. should B. must
C. would D. could
18、Mr. Smith owned this oil painting until the early 1990s, ________ he gave it to his grandson.
A.which
B.when
C.that
D.on which
19、Tom is ________ the company when the boss is away.
A.in charge of
B.in the charge of
C.taking charge of
D.at the charge of
20、The tall building over there is the place ________ the famous artist once lived.
A.when
B.where
C.which
D.that
21、When Sarah Wishnia received an iPad from her daughter, “It was like Greek to me.” Max Rosenblum showed her how to socialize on Facebook and shop on Amazon with her new device.With Max's help, Elena learned to give orders to Siri, Mike familiarized himself with Waze and Honey began searching for information about movies, restaurants and books on her smartphone.Max is 16, a rising junior in Davie. His students are residents of Coral Gables, fascinated by technology and eager to learn about this brave new frontier. Max began offering his tech coaching for seniors a year ago, after he helped his grandmother with her iPhone and iPad. He taught her how to text and use Faccbook. He also downloaded a Scrabble app for her to play. “She loved it,”he said, not without a trace of pride.
That experience inspired him and his parents, Adam and Heather. They reached out to a connection at Coral Gables and launched a website, techmaxed. com. He also recruited(招募)other teens to teach the one-on-one lessons in Coral Gables. These youths go to the retirement communities at least once a month. Though teaching a class might appear to be more expedient,soon Max found out that group sessions simply didn't work.“People are at different levels,and it was hard to teach that way," he said. “It's much better to give them individual help.” “Most people come more than once,” he added. “I have my regulars.”
“First he showed me how to get my email on the phone,” Rosen, 88, said, “and then he wrote up a short step-by-step guide for me so I could remember.” Max admits that teaching older adults takes time, but he figures he's also paying it forward.
“Maybe when I'm 87 and there's new technology,” he said, “somebody will teach me, too.”
【1】What can we infer about Sarah Wishnia when she received the iPad?
A.She had no interest in it.
B.She could not shop on Amazon.
C.She had some difficulty using it.
D.She managed to use it by herself.
【2】Why did Max begin teaching seniors to use smart devices?
A.Because he was familiar with the new frontier.
B.Because he enjoyed talking with senior residents.
C.Because he wanted to apply the new technology.
D.Because he got inspired after teaching his grandma.
【3】Which of the following best explains “expedient” underlined in paragraph 2?
A.Exhausting.
B.Practical.
C.Profitable.
D.Creative.
【4】Where is this text most likely from?
A.A science book.
B.A travel guide.
C.A local newspaper.
D.A product introduction.
22、Festivals are celebrated all around the world. They have a wide range of origins, such as the seasons of the year, religions, famous figures, and important events. Every festival has its different customs and unique charms. However, no matter how different they may seem, all over the world, the spirit of sharing joy, gratitude, love, or peace is common in all festivals.
Of all the traditional festivals, the harvest festival can be found in almost every culture. This important agricultural festival takes place after all the crops have been gathered in. People celebrate to show that they are grateful for the year’s supply of food. In ancient Egypt, the harvest festival was celebrated during the springtime — the Egyptian harvest season. It featured a parade and a great feast with music, dancing, and sports. Today, in some European countries, people decorate churches and town halls with flowers and fruit, and get together to celebrate over a meal. During the Mid-Autumn Festival in China, families gather to admire the shining moon and enjoy delicious moon cakes.
Customs play a significant role in festivals, but sometimes they can change over time. With the development of modern society and the spread of new ideas, some traditions may fade away and others may be established. One example is the typical Chinese Spring Festival custom of lighting firecrackers to drive away the evil spirits and celebrate the new year. Nowadays, many big cities have given up this custom in order to avoid air pollution. Another example is Halloween, which slowly became an exciting festival for children, in spite of its religious origins.
Festivals are becoming more and more commercial, with businesses taking advantage of the celebrations. Online shopping websites and social media apps have made it much easier for the public to spend more on gifts for their loved ones. Some believe festivals should not be commercialized, while others believe the increase in spending is good for the economy and public happiness.
Festivals are an important part of society. They reflect people’s wishes, beliefs, faiths, and attitudes towards life. They are occasions that allow us to relax and enjoy life, and forget about our work for a little while. They help us understand where we came from, who we are, and what to appreciate. And if you study festivals carefully, you may be surprised to find that different cultures actually have a lot in common after all.
【1】Why do people in different cultures celebrate the harvest festival?
A.It’s tradition in their religion.
B.It’s a only custom in their culture.
C.It’s a way to express their appreciation and cheers.
D.It’s a chance for people to enjoy themselves together.
【2】How did some festivals change over time according to the passage?
A.Fireworks can’t drive the evil spirits away.
B.Festivals play an important role in commerce.
C.People share information faster than before with society developing.
D.People get gifts easier than before due to the increase of the economy.
【3】What’s the writer’s attitude towards the commercialization of festivals?
A.Neutral.
B.Doubtful.
C.Supportive.
D.Disapproving.
【4】Which statement is NOT true according to the passage?
A.Almost every culture celebrates harvest festival.
B.Festivals are a reflection of people’s outlook on life and values.
C.Festivals have something in common with each other in different cultures.
D.The religious origins of Halloween have disappeared.
23、My philosophy professor was a typical eccentric philosopher, whose behavior was somewhat odd. His disheveled (蓬乱的) appearance was highlighted by a well-worn tweed sport coat and poor-fitting thick glasses, which often rested on the tip of his nose. Every now and then, as most philosophy professors do, he would go off on one of those existential “what’s the meaning of life” discussions. Many of those discussions went nowhere, but there were a few that really hit home. This was one of them:
“Respond to the following questions by a show of hands,” my professor instructed.
“How many of you can tell me something about your parents?” Everyone’s hand went up.
“How many of you can tell me something about your grandparents?” About three-fourths of the class raised their hands.
“How many of you can tell me something about your great-grandparents?” Two out of sixty students raised their hands.
“Look around the room,” he said. “In just two short generations hardly any of us even know who our own great-grandparents were. Oh sure, maybe we have an old photograph tucked (收藏) away in a musty cigar box or know the classic family story about how one of them walked five miles to school barefoot. But how many of us really know who they were, what they thought, what they were proud of, what they were afraid of, or what they dreamed about? Think about that. Within three generations ancestors are all but forgotten. Will this happen to you?”
“Here’s a better question. Look ahead three generations. You are long gone. Instead of you sitting in this room, now it’s your great-grandchildren. What will they have to say about you? Will they know about you? Or will you be forgotten, too?”
“Is your life going to be a warning or an example? What legacy (遗产) will you leave? The choice is yours. Class dismissed.”
Nobody rose from their seats for a good five minutes.
【1】Which of the following can best describe the professor?
A.Untidy but considerate.
B.Strange but thoughtful.
C.Fashionable and helpful.
D.Neat and responsible.
【2】Why does the professor mention “photograph” and “family story” in Paragraph 6?
A.To share his own interesting stories.
B.To suggest new ways to know the ancestors.
C.To prove they are good ways to know the ancestors.
D.To show people’s understanding of the ancestors are shallow.
【3】What can we know about this philosophy class?
A.It aroused our thinking about life.
B.It went nowhere like the previous ones.
C.The professor was unsatisfied with our answers.
D.The professor offered us his answers to the questions.
【4】What is the best title of the passage?
A.Our philosophy professor.
B.A lesson about legacy.
C.Our memorable ancestors.
D.A gap among three generations.
24、Guizhou, China's Next Big Travel Destination
One of China's fastest-growing provinces, Guizhou is now one of the most popular travel destinations in the country. Here are four top spots.
China's most beautiful waterfall
Huangguoshu in Guizhou's Anshun County is one of the largest and most beautiful waterfalls in the world. Tourists can get a close look by walking along the 134-meter-long water curtain cave behind the fall. This grand attraction is part of a group of 18 waterfalls inside Huangguoshu National Park.
World's largest single-dish radio telescope
Located in the natural basin of Guizhou, China's Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical Radio Telescope (FAST) —nicknamed the Eye of Heaven—is the world's largest single-dish radio telescope. Five kilometers from FAST, there's a 300-hectare Astronomy Science Tourism Park, which features 15 different astronomy-themed projects including a FAST visitor center, a dark sky park and an astronomical time village.
Brewer of China's national liquor
Moutai is widely considered the national liquor of China. Moutai is named after the town producing it in Guizhou, which features baiju-themed attractions including a museum park explaining the culture and history of the famous liquor.
Moutai Chinese Liquor Culture City, Hebin Road Central, Moutai; Opens daily 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
China's first virtual reality theme park
In recent years, Guizhou has established itself as the country's big data hub. Located outside of Guiyang, the Oriental Science Fiction Valley, China's first virtual reality theme park, features 35 virtual reality attractions ranging from roller coasters to sci-fi simulators (模拟器) and interactive shooting rides.
【1】Where can you go if you are interested in space?
A.Huangguoshu National Park.
B.Oriental Science Fiction Valley.
C.Moutai Chinese Liquor Culture City.
D.Astronomy Science Tourism Park.
【2】What can people do in the Oriental Science Fiction Valley?
A.Experience a time travel.
B.Appreciate the natural scenery.
C.Visit the virtual reality attractions.
D.Get some wine-making knowledge.
【3】What does the writer intend to do by writing the text?
A.To introduce Guizhou's attractions.
B.To share some tour experiences.
C.To present Guizhou's development.
D.To call for protecting natural wonders.
25、For most people, having things stolen feels like an offence. Robbie Pruitt admitted that he got ________ when he discovered the theft of his mountain bike last September. But soon enough, his ________ took a turn. After letting go of his anger and frustration, he found himself on a road to sympathy ________.
For Pruitt, a keen bicyclist, the first thing to do was ________ his stolen bike. But when he went bike shopping, he found few available, which got him thinking: What if the ________ of bikes was Covid-19 related, and what if the person who'd taken his bike really needed ________ to get to work?
With that thought in mind, Pruitt ________ a plan and posted it on the community website. He ________ to fix bikes free of charge for anyone who needed it. He also asked for unwanted bikes, which he would repair-again ________. And then he would donate them to folks who could truly use them but didn't have the ________ to buy one.
The day the post went live, Pruitt received thirty ________ bicycles. Then came more than 500 ________ for detailed information. By the end of 2020, Pruitt had repaired more than 140 for donation or to be ________ to their owners.
Pruitt tries to give his donations to families that are ________ struggling. ________ simply satisfying a material need, he has provided an opportunity for kids in his neighborhood to learn how to fix their own bikes.
In addition to ________ skills, Pruitt's lessons teach teamwork, encourage self-worth, and promote feelings of community. ________, the kids have gained a sense of accomplishment.
"It's a really great ________ for kids,“ said a neighbor in an interview with the local newspaper. "Pruitt is certainly providing a ________, but it's not just the bikes. It's the relationships in the community. It's the ________ that he can make on people."
【1】
A.amazed
B.mad
C.curious
D.frightened
【2】
A.emotions
B.career
C.opinions
D.route
【3】
A.ever
B.together
C.instead
D.yet
【4】
A.ride
B.lock
C.repair
D.replace
【5】
A.lack
B.variety
C.increase
D.quality
【6】
A.instruction
B.qualification
C.transportation
D.permission
【7】
A.came up with
B.stuck to
C.gave up
D.broke away from
【8】
A.remembered
B.refused
C.hesitated
D.offered
【9】
A.by accident
B.in advance
C.for free
D.on credit
【10】
A.profit
B.budget
C.courage
D.excuse
【11】
A.shared
B.used
C.expensive
D.modern
【12】
A.enquiries
B.advertisements
C.notices
D.announcements
【13】
A.exported
B.sold
C.lent
D.returned
【14】
A.hardly
B.slightly
C.truly
D.instantly
【15】
A.Without
B.Beyond
C.Upon
D.Among
【16】
A.practical
B.commercial
C.mathematical
D.social
【17】
A.Otherwise
B.However
C.Somehow
D.Meanwhile
【18】
A.promise
B.celebration
C.comfort
D.experience
【19】
A.competition
B.service
C.ceremony
D.suggestion
【20】
A.compromise
B.impression
C.impact
D.progress
26、假如你是李华,最近你所在的城市设立了“汉字书写日”。你的美国笔友John对此很感兴趣,写信向你询问。请根据以下要点给他回一封信。内容包括:
1.设立原因:人们提笔忘字,写汉字机会减少;
2.日期:9月28日,孔子(Confucius)诞辰;
3.活动:书法(calligraphy)竞赛及展览等。
注意:1.词数100左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;
3.开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。
Dear John,
I’m writing to tell you something about it Chinese Character Writing Day in our city. __________________
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You are welcome to join US.
Yours,
Li Hua