1、I would line up my __________ on this windowsill(窗台) and play.
A.toives B.toyes C.toies D.toys
2、Mark ______ have hurried. After driving at top speed, he arrived half an hour early.
A.needn’t
B.wouldn’t
C.mustn’t
D.couldn’t
3、I still have a few sweet memories of my childhood; ________, I remember times when I explored caves in the mountains with my friends.
A.in turn
B.by chance
C.in particular
D.by contrast
4、I must say he reads very well, and I shouldn’t be surprised if he ______ acting for a living one day.
A. had taken up B. would have taken up C. have taken up D. takes up
5、Although Jane agrees with me on most points, there was one on which she was unwilling to ______.
A. give out B. give in
C. give away D. give off
6、The government has_______ a series of policies and measures to ensure the improvement in living standards.
A. put down B. put out
C. put off D. put forward
7、The government has been under growing pressure to ______ the causes of air pollution as smog frequently smothers the country’s large cities.
A.release B.schedule
C.maintain D.address
8、—The Belt and Road Initiative responds to the trend of the times and surely has broad prospects.
—So it’s time to _____________and get some work done on the project.
A.roll out the red carpet B.fill our shoes
C.tighten our belt D.roll up our sleeves
9、________ some teenagers don’t realize is ________ difficult life can be after they get addicted to drugs.
A.That; how
B.Which; what a
C.What; what
D.What; how
10、 if I had arrived yesterday without letting you know beforehand?
A. Would you be surprised B. Were you surprised
C. Had you been surprised D. Would you have been surprised
11、David didn’t attend his daughter’s graduation ceremony, but he does wish he there.
A. should be B. would be
C. had been D. were
12、You ______ worry about me. I’ve decided to join a local health club.
A. mustn’t B. can’t C. needn’t D. daren’t
13、One of the best ways for people to keep fit is to______ healthy eating habits.
A.grow B.develop C.increase D.raise
14、Diligence and self-discipline are ________ need to make it to our ideal university in the near future, especially at this particular moment.
A.all that B.all what C.that all D.what all
15、You don’ I have to give me your answer now. Give it some ________ and then let me know.
A.support B.protection C.energy D.consideration
16、The writer always carries a notebook along with him, _____he is seized by sudden inspiration.
A.even though B.the moment C.in case D.now that
17、This is a very interesting book. I’ll buy it, ________.
A.however much it may cost
B.no matter how it may cost
C.how much may it cost
D.however many it may cost
18、She is overweight, but she can’t _______ the temptation to eat more delicious food.
A.forbid
B.resist
C.reject
D.reduce
19、We still haven’t got the sponsor________ the fact that we’ve written to dozens of companies.
A.regardless of
B.in view of
C.in spite of
D.on account of
20、________ being famous might sound like a dream come true, today’s star, feeling like zoo animals, face pressures that few of us can imagine.
A. If B. Since C. Until D. Although
21、 To deal with the lack of light so far beneath the surface of the ocean, many deep-sea creatures employ a form of bioluminescence, a chemical reaction in their bodies that produces light but not heat. Biologists believe bioluminescence serves several functions. First, for some fish, it acts like a flashlight by enabling them to see as they swim while in others, it helps them attract mates. And some creatures use their light to draw in other sea life, which is then attacked and consumed. However, bioluminescence is a poor substitute for sunlight, so many deep-sea creatures have developed extra sensors to assist them. For example, some have evolved stronger senses of smell to detect the chemical scents sent out by members of the same species, which enable them to find mates.
While going down deeper, the water places intense pressures on everything. To avoid being crushed, many creatures have evolved by becoming smaller as opposed to the more inflexible body structures of animals living near the surface. And some creatures have specialized molecular structures that help them better withstand the pressure. The molecules they are made up of, are common in all fish and are responsible for the distinct smell most fish have, but fish living at great depths have more of them and therefore have an even more intense smell.
The temperature of the water here stays between -1℃ and 4℃, which is cold enough to freeze most life. Some animals move at slow speeds to conserve energy. Some spots on the ocean floor release energy from the Earth’s interior. Around these hot spots, many life forms reside, and they have established their own unique ecosystems.
Another problem is food. There is a distinct lack of sea life for predators to catch so that many others depend on marine snow, the remains of dead fish falling from levels above the deepest parts of the ocean. Deep-sea creatures frequently have slower metabolisms that enable them to survive for long periods of time on small amounts of food. Since many creatures living deep in the ocean have multiple adaptations, they not only survive but also thrive.
【1】What is bioluminescence used for?
A.Producing heat.
B.Searching for food.
C.Attacking predators.
D.Detecting special smells.
【2】How do deep-sea creatures differ from those living near the surface of the ocean?
A.They are much bigger
B.They have a stronger smell.
C.They can move more swiftly.
D.They are made up of fewer molecules.
【3】Why does the author mention the Earth’s interior in paragraph 3?
A.To describe freezing temperatures
B.To explore the use of heat energy.
C.To stress intense water pressures.
D.To explain the special ecosystems.
【4】What does the text mainly talk about?
A.How marine snow is created.
B.How deep-sea creatures survive.
C.What most sea life looks like.
D.Why some fish have slower metabolisms
22、Get Help Finding a Youth or Student Job
If you’re a student looking for a job, you can get help through these programs—regardless of your background or circumstances.
Youth Job Connection
You get at least 60 hours of paid training to prepare you for the workplace, a job for up to 6 months, job-coaching and help with the transition from school to work, or to ongoing employment once the program ends.
Who is eligible (具备条件的): between 16 and 29 years old; not attending full-time school or training.
Youth Job Connection Summer
You get at least 20 hours of paid training to prepare you for the workplace, summer jobs that last for up to 8 weeks (part-time and after-school jobs are available if they don’t conflict with school), job-coaching and help returning to school after the program ends.
Who is eligible: between 18 and 20 years old; a high school student planning to stay in or return to school, or to move on to postsecondary education.
MARS Studio
You are guided to learn critical skills you need to solve complex 21st century challenges, build networks with peers, coaches, and leaders, and pursue your innovative ideas for bold change in society.
Who is eligible: 8-month fellowship for young people aged 18-29.
Starter Company Program
You get guidance business knowledge and funding to start, grow, or buy a small business. To qualify for funding of up to $5,000, you need to be able to contribute at least 25% of the grant amount.
Who is eligible: between 18 and 29 years old; applicants must not be attending school full time.
【1】Which program is suitable for a 16-year-old student?
A.Youth Job Connection.
B.Youth Job Connection Summer.
C.MARS Studio.
D.Starter Company Program.
【2】What is special about Youth Job Connection Summer?
A.It is intended for students only.
B.It provides the longest training.
C.It offers business knowledge.
D.It helps return to school after the program ends.
【3】What do all of these programs offer?
A.A well-paid job.
B.Paid training.
C.Job guidance.
D.High salary.
23、 I still remember I was 11 years old when I asked my mom for piano lessons in 2010. We were in the fallout of the recession (经济衰退). She said a polite “no”.
That didn’t stop me. I Googled the measurements for a keyboard, drew the keys on a piece of paper and stuck it on my desk. I would click notes on an online keyboard and “play” them back on my paper one - keeping the sound they made on the computer in my head. I spent six months playing without touching a real piano. Once my mom saw that I was serious, she borrowed money and bought me 10 lessons.
I still remember the first one. I was struck by how real the sound of the piano was. I sat my grade one after eight lessons. Once I started secondary school, we couldn’t afford lessons again. I passed grade three, then grade five, practicing only on my piece of paper.
One evening, when I was about 13, my mom said she had a surprise for me; it was an electronic keyboard, bought with more borrowed money. It was the first time I’d played for her. She was in shock.
My school didn’t offer music A-level. I found the Purcell School for young musicians. The tryouts were difficult. Some of the questions involved an estimation (评价) of the composer or when it was written. I felt overwhelmed. To my amazement I was offered a place.
At Purcell, I spent two years working as hard as I could. I performed to raise money and saved enough to buy my first piano.
When I left Purcell, I was awarded the senior piano prize and senior academic music prize. I am now at the Guildhall School in London. I feel proud: it’s been 10 years since I drew my paper piano, and I’m at one of the world’s leading music schools.
The irony is that I continue to do a lot of my practice away from the piano: what we call mental practice. The paper piano helped spark my curiosity about how music works, the building blocks that form the pieces.
【1】Why did the author’s mom buy him lessons at last?
A.She suddenly made a fortune. B.She had no doubt of his talent for piano.
C.She realized he meant what he said. D.She was shocked by his first performance.
【2】Which of the following can best describe the author?
A.honest and practical. B.determined and hardworking.
C.humorous and reliable. D.rebellious and pessimistic.
【3】The word “irony” in the last paragraph shows that the author was _______.
A.surprised B.absurd
C.satisfied D.curious
【4】What’s the author’s main purpose of writing this article?
A.To introduce the method of mental practice.
B.To share how he convinced his mom to buy a piano.
C.To encourage people to stick to their dreams.
D.To describe how costly it is to learn an instrument.
24、Hudson River Travels, the excellent resource for top-rated experiences in the historic Hudson Valley, has restarted sightseeing travels while following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines to provide a comfortable and safe environment for all crew and passengers. Hudson River Travels is currently offering its sightseeing travel at 2:30 pm Wednesday through Sunday, as well as an 11 am travel on Saturdays. Following CDC standards, masks are required on all travels. With public and private events restarting on the Rip Van Winkle II, customers are urged to reference the Hudson River Travels website for the most up-to-date traveling times.
The company has been closely monitoring state and local guidelines while being knowing of information published by the Passenger Travel Association (PTA). The passenger travel community has always been highly focused on making sure of the safety of its crew and guests, now more than ever. PTA’s Safety and Security Committee recently published a guidance document covering best practices for reopening and recommendations from the CDC on how to best limit the effects of the present diseases. This provided the necessary framework for strengthened operation standards moving forward.
More safety measures are currently in place that focus on the monitoring of employee and passenger health, proven health practices, social distancing, personal protective equipment, and thorough cleaning. Travel schedules will be updated weekly based on demand and as new information is provided, with increased travel capacities as restrictions lift.
“Nothing is more important than the health and well-being of our crew and passengers as we continue operations during this time,” said Hudson River Travels VP of Sales & Marketing Drew Yochum. “We manage to continue assessing, and updating our standards to keep you safe. Thanks for supporting our small, family-owned business during these trying times. We can’t wait to see you.”
【1】When is a passenger allowed for sightseeing travel?
A.2:30 pm Tuesday.
B.11:00 am Wednesday.
C.2:30 pm Monday.
D.11:00 am Saturday.
【2】What has the passenger travel community been highly focused on?
A.A guidance document.
B.Safety of its crew and guests.
C.Up-to-date traveling times.
D.Personal protective equipment.
【3】What is the VP’s attitude towards the passengers?
A.Welcoming.
B.Patient.
C.Anxious.
D.Worried.
【4】In which section of a newspaper may this text appear?
A.Health.
B.Travel.
C.Medicine.
D.Environment.
25、Years ago, my sixth grade teacher had us write letters to our heroes. ______ others wrote to Nelson Mandela or Hillary Clinton, I wrote to Jennifer Cihi, a popular singer. We didn’t actually ______ the letters, so mine was ______ in my drawer.
In that ______ letter, I promised to devote my first ______ to Jennifer. Years later, I did become a writer, and did keep my ______. Jennifer was the prototype (原型) of the character of my first novel. But she was just a passing thought that faded ______ about five years later. Then, at age thirty-one, a social media meeting allowed me to ______ her. Later I sent my first Facebook message, ______ to tell her about the “story” between us.
I didn’t want to seem like a crazy fan. So I ______ said, “I want you to know that you ______ me to live the amazing life that I’ve led. I have written several books, been an actress, and now I am a ______. Thank you.” Without receiving an ______ reply, I soon forgot the matter. But two days later, my phone made a “ding” which ______ I got a new Facebook message.
It was from Jennifer. We ______ a few pleasantries(客套话)on Facebook. When I told her I was teaching at a unique school for kids with mental illness, Jennifer suddenly asked if we could talk ______ the phone.
During the conversation, we realized we ______ a passion for helping children with mental disorder. Later, we founded Mariposa, ______ support and education for kids with mental illness. And we were both ______ as presenters at the Mental Health America Annual Conference.
Jennifer Cihi, my early hero, ______ , acted as the person who encouraged me in my life.
【1】
A.Whether
B.While
C.Unless
D.Once
【2】
A.write
B.receive
C.mail
D.open
【3】
A.found out
B.missed out
C.piled up
D.put away
【4】
A.fan
B.business
C.reminder
D.introduction
【5】
A.letter
B.book
C.present
D.song
【6】
A.secret
B.balance
C.word
D.appointment
【7】
A.gradually
B.suddenly
C.generally
D.quickly
【8】
A.comfort
B.appreciate
C.envy
D.encounter
【9】
A.embarrassed
B.thrilled
C.astonished
D.amused
【10】
A.eventually
B.gently
C.slowly
D.merely
【11】
A.allowed
B.expected
C.inspired
D.advised
【12】
A.teacher
B.singer
C.presenter
D.supporter
【13】
A.instant
B.consistent
C.constant
D.insistent
【14】
A.signaled
B.declared
C.explained
D.marked
【15】
A.published
B.discussed
C.exchanged
D.expressed
【16】
A.by
B.in
C.at
D.on
【17】
A.shared
B.formed
C.needed
D.promoted
【18】
A.controlling
B.providing
C.attracting
D.demanding
【19】
A.described
B.selected
C.considered
D.designed
【20】
A.however
B.besides
C.though
D.again
26、阅读下面短文,根据所给情节进行续写,使之构成一个完整的故事。
It was raining pretty hard on Halloween, but that wasn't going to stop my little sister Kate and me from trick-or-treating. We decided to start at Miss Parson's house. Miss Parson was loved by us kids who lived near by because she often shared her self-made cookies with us. We usually finished them in a second, especially when we were hungry after class. Sometimes, when we visited her or did something for her, she always gave us Surprise.
Kate and I wondered what kinds of treats she'd offer. As we walked down the street, I held an umbrella, a bag for Candy, and my sister's hand. Jack-o-Lanterns gave soft light along the street. Spider webs hung in all the windows. Parents who were dressed up like monsters(怪物) stood in doorways. After we had walked a few blocks, we were wet from head to toes, and I felt Kate was trembling with cold.
There was a light on at Miss Parson's house, but there were no ghosts, goblins(小妖精), or Jack-o-Lanterns. We climbed up the steps and saw Miss Parson through a window. She was drinking a cup of hot tea.
“Maybe she doesn't celebrate Halloween,” Kate said with a sigh, disappointedly.
“Well, even if she doesn't, she usually likes it when we visit her," I said and knocked on the door.
Miss Parson seemed surprised when she opened it and saw our dressing. "Is today Halloween?" she asked.”I completely forgot. I am so sorry!”
注意:
1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右;
2.至少使用5个短文中标有下划线的关键词语;
3.续写部分分为两段,每段的开头语己为你写好;
4.续写完成后,请用下划线标出你所使用的关键词语。
Paragraph 1
Miss Parson rushed us into her house.
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Paragraph 2
The next morning,a hot and sweet discussion about Miss Parson and Halloween spread among us kids.
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