1、The children ________ themselves by playing hide-and-seek games.
A.announced B.advanced C.agreed D.amused
2、— When shall we set about doing our work?
—______ all the group members are here.
A.Because
B.Since
C.Unless
D.Not until
3、What is the best way you think ________the living conditions in the mountainous area?
A.of to improve
B.to improve
C.of improving
D.of having improved
4、---Where did you see the sponsor, Madame?
---It was in the supermarket __________I was doing some shopping with my husband.
A. that B. where C. which D. when
5、_____ we are faced with, we will have no choice but to unite and overcome them.
A.However tremendous difficulties
B.However tremendous some difficulties
C.Whatever tremendous difficulties
D.Whatever tremendous the difficulties
6、— What should we avoid when we work out in summer?
— ______ when the temperature is over 32℃.
A. To run B. Running C. Having run D. To have run
7、Though job applicants used to put salary in the first place, they now focus more on ________ they can achieve full potential in their new jobs.
A. whether B. why C. that D. what
8、Please make a(n) _______ about your favorite festival and fill out the form.
A. discussion B. interview
C. survey D. application
9、Unless______, this law will make life difficult for farmers.
A. changed B. changing
C. being changed D. is changing
10、 In Singapore, people______eating or drinking on the subway can be fined up to 500 Singapore dollars.
A. having caught B. catching
C. caught D. to catch
11、They both look as if they ______ ten years younger after a heart-to-heart talk.
A.are B.were C.have been D.had been
12、I’ve made several travel plans for our vacation, but I’ll leave it to you ______ one. A. choosing B. chosen C. to choose D. choose
13、_____ the government recovers the vehicle purchase tax and the oil prices go up continuously, the sales of the vehicle in China are still increasing every year.
A. When B. Once C. Since D. While
14、We need to get to the root of the problem ________ we can solve it.
A. while B. after
C. before D. as
15、He failed in the exam ________ his carelessness.
A.as a result
B.as a result of
C.result from
D.result in
16、No one hopes the two countries will be at ________ war, because ______ peace is what everyone wants.
A. the; the B. a; a C. the; / D. /; /
17、—Any ________ to how long I can keep the book?
—Yes. You must return it by next Tuesday.
A.limit B.time C.number D.length
18、One reason ______ Billy Crystal is popular with all age groups is _______ he is quick thinking and has the ability to amuse the audience.
A. that, that B. why, because
C. why, why D.why, that
19、Reading is an experience quite different from watching TV; there are pictures _______ in your mind instead of before your eyes.
A.to form
B.form
C.forming
D.having formed
20、__________ I make an appointment with Doctor Wang ahead of time?
A.Be able to
B.Need
C.Had better
D.Dare
21、Bamboo is one of the nature’s most surprising plants. Many people call this plant a tree, but it is a kind of grass.
Like other kinds of grass, a bamboo plant may be cut very low to the ground, but it will grow back very quickly. A Japanese scientist recorded one bamboo plant that grew almost 1.5 meters in 24 hours! Bamboo grows almost everywhere in the world except Europe. There are more than 1,000 kinds of bamboo that grow around the world on both mountains and plains(平原).
Not all bamboo looks the same. Some bamboo plants are very thin. They may only grow to be a few centimeters wide while others may grow to more than 30 centimeters across. This plant also comes in different colors, from yellow to black to green.
Many Asian countries have been using bamboo for hundreds of years. They often use bamboo for building new buildings. As a matter of fact, the cables(绳索) that hold up the hanging bridge across the Min River in Sichuan are made of bamboo. The bridge has been in use for more than 1,000 years, and is still holding strong.
In Africa, engineers are teaching poor farmers how to find water using bamboo. These African countries need cheap ways to find water because they have no money, and their fields often die from no rain and no water. It seems that bamboo is one of the best things they can use. Bamboo pipes and drills(钻) can help to make the poor thirsty fields to be watered.
【1】How is bamboo like grass?
A. It is thin and easy to cut.
B. It grows everywhere.
C. It grows quickly after its cut short.
D. It is short and green.
【2】The underlined sentence “while others may grow to more than 30 centimeters across.” means “Some other bamboo plants may grow to be very _______.”
A. short B. long C. thick D. tall
【3】Why did the engineers teach the poor farmers in Africa to make use of bamboo?
A. Because it is cheap.
B. Because it is colorful.
C. Because it drills fast.
D. Because it is used by Asians.
【4】Which of the following is NOT true?
A. There are many different kinds of bamboo with different colors.
B. Cables made of bamboo can last for over a thousand years.
C. Bamboo can be used for buildings, bridges and watering projects.
D. Bamboo plants are able to grow well in any part of the world.
22、Our website provideds the following books you want to read for the event to come.
1. The Lyrics : 1961-2012
By Bob Dylan
Published by Simon &Schuster, $60
What it’s about: This heavy, well-timed publication contains lyrics by the songwriter who won the Nobel Prize in Literature, from his first album in Literature, from his first album, Bob Dylon, through Tempest.
What’s to love: The time may be changing, but Dylan fans are constant and traditional devotees who want to sit to read the beautiful lines.
2. Taylor Swift: This is Our Song
By Tyler Conroy
Published by Simon & Schuster,$28
What’s about: An elegant magazine praising all things about Taylor Swift.
What’s to love: Mom and Dad, the fans of the singer, will think this amazing book is well worth reading.
3. Misty Copeland
By Gregg Delman
Published by Rizzoli, $39.95
What’s about: Star-figure female ballet dancer Misty Copeland strikes a pose in photos taken between 2011 and 2014, in the casual setting of dance studios.
What’s to love: Since becoming the first African-American woman to be named a main dancer with the American woman Ballet Theatre, Copeland has become a cultural symbol.
4. @natgeo: The Most Popular Instagram Photos
By National Geographic
Published by National Geographic, $19.95
What’s about: National Geographic’s popular Instagram account comes to book form in this title filled with shocking images from around the world.
What’s to love: The fans who are crazy about the talented photographs will be conquered(征服) while enjoying themselves after their work.
【1】Which author is famous for literary achievements?
A. Tyler Conroy. B. Bob Dylan.
C. Gregg Delman. D. National Geographic.
【2】Which book would a pop star’s fan probably buy?
A. Misty Copeland. B. The Lyrics : 1961-2012.
C. Taylor Swift: This is Our Song. D. @natgeo: The Most Popular Instagram Photos.
【3】Which book tells a book about a ballet dancer?
A. Misty Copeland. B. The Lyrics : 1961-2012.
C. Taylor Swift: This is Our Song. D. @natgeo: The Most Popular Instagram Photos.
【4】According to the passage, @natgeo: The Most Popular Instagram Photos______.
A. may enjoy the most popularity among the picture lovers
B. has the highest price of these four books
C. shows readers shocking images and strange stories
D. tells readers how to get excellent photographic technique
【5】What can we learn from these four books?
A. They have the same topics but different styles.
B. Taylor Swift: This is Our Song is the cheapest one.
C. The Lyrics : 1961-2012 is about images about the world.
D. The first two books are published by the same publication.
23、Dolly Parton was one of the six honorees to receive the Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy on Thursday night at Gotham Hall in New York. She was celebrated for her extraordinary contributions that make the world a better place.
It is thought that Dolly Parton has been quietly paying for the band uniforms of many Tennessee high schools for years. She used the songwriting payment she earned from Whitney Houston’s version of I Will Always Love You to purchase a shopping center in Nashville to support the surrounding black community in Houston’s honor.
Her “Imagination Library” provides children under age 5 with a free book every month. The library aims to inspire a love for reading through funding shared by Dolly Parton and local community partners in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia and the Republic of Ireland. Currently, Parton sends out about 2 million free books each month. Parton has also donated many books to disaster relief. In 2021, she even raised $700,000 to help residents impacted by the terrible flooding in Middle Tennessee.
In her Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy speech, Parton said she didn’t really have a strategy for her donations. “I just give from my heart. I never know what I’m going to do or why I’m going to do it. I often see a need, and if I can meet it, then I will,” she said.
This year, Parton also carried out the Care More Program at her Dollywood Parks and Resorts, which gives employees a day off to volunteer at a nonprofit of their choice. Parton said, “I hope the program will let people realize that when they help somebody, they help themselves more.” “That’s what we should do as human beings,” she said. “I’ve never quite understood why we have to let religion and politics and other things stand in the way of just being good human beings. I think it’s important just to feel like you’re doing your part and doing something good and right.”
【1】Why did Parton buy a shopping center?
A.To give aid to others.
B.To honor black leaders.
C.To pay for songwriting.
D.To support her music career.
【2】What is the main purpose of “Imagination Library”?
A.To sell children’s books.
B.To collect money for disaster relief.
C.To motivate children’s interest in books.
D.To promote international financial cooperation.
【3】What can we learn about Parton from paragraph 4?
A.She was forced to do charity.
B.She made donations occasionally.
C.She always helped those in need.
D.She used to make well-planned donations.
【4】What does Parton want to tell people through the Care More Program?
A.Giving is receiving.
B.Employees come first.
C.It is important to tell right from wrong.
D.Religion stands in the way of volunteering.
24、The Best and Worst Things to Buy in March
Frozen food
Grocery store ads aren't the only places to find deals on freezer-section treats. To take advantage of the deepest discounts, combine coupons (优惠券) from sponsoring brands, such as Dole, Green Giant and Tyson Foods, with grocery store sales. Plus, look for printable savings on Coupons. com and EasyHoreMeals.com. Brands participating in National Frozen Food Month will offer more than 180, 000 coupons that make frozen food among the best things to buy in March.
Boxed chocolates
If you desire to give a gift to a friend in March, consider chocolate. Two minor holidays in March provide the perfect excuse: National Chocolate Caramel Day on March 19 and National Chocolate-Covered Raisin Day on March 24. You can discover chocolate deals online as well as in stores. Head to sites like RetailMeNot.com to find discount coupons for boxed chocolate savings of 10 percent or more.
New cars
With the latest car models filling dealers' lots, you'll have a hard time finding discounted models from the year before. Car dealerships are less motivated to offer steep discounts from March through May. Instead, plan to buy your car during the fall or winter. You should also research the auto you want at TrueCar before heading for the dealership. The site offers information on how much the previous buyers paid for the vehicles you want.
Spring clothing
When warm weather makes you want to head outdoors, resist the urge to do so wearing the latest fashions. You won't find March deals on swimsuits, Easter dresses or other spring items. To find discounts on clothes of this spring, hold off until Memorial Day weekend. You can also look for online and in-store savings at Amazon, Macy's, Saks Fifth Avenue and other retailers.
【1】Which things offer discounts in March?
A.Frozen food and new cars B.Boxed chocolates and new cars.
C.Frozen food and boxed chocolates. D.Boxed chocolates and spring clothing.
【2】What are the vehicle buyers advised to do?
A.Register on a site in advance. B.Get discounts from car dealers.
C.Consult some previous buyers. D.Make purchases at the right time.
【3】Where is the passage most likely from?
A.A journal B.A guidebook C.A catalogue D.An advertisement
25、When Monet went to wash and refuel her car, she quickly realized she didn't have any cash or cards on her. When the attendant (服务人员) Mbele walked up to the vehicle to ________ the windows, Monet immediately tried to stop him. She ________ that he didn't have to clean her windows, as she couldn't pay.________, the worker noticed the red warning light of her fuel gauge (燃油表). So he couldn't let her back on the highway, for it could potentially be ________. He decided to pay her gas ________ so she could safely travel on the highway with enough petrol.
Mbele ________ his own bank card, went to the register, and paid for some gas.________, Monet didn't even have time to ________ the payment. At first, she thought that it was a loan that the fuel company provided, which probably needed a lot of ________ costs. But in fact it was purely a personal ________.
The bill was almost as much money as Mbele made in a single day. With a(n)________ of $75 every week, it's not likely that the gas attendant had a lot of money to ________. He wasn't sure that he'd ever see his money back, but he couldn't ________ putting the woman in trouble.
A couple of days later, Monet ________ with his money and a box of chocolates. However, the ________ didn't stop at a single box of chocolates. She posted this ________ on her Facebook page, and it ________ won thousands of people's praise. She then decided to start a fundraiser (募资) for him, which was a great ________. The fundraiser was closed with $94, 000 dollars ________, an absolutely incredible amount for the ________ gas attendant—equal to about eight years of salary.
【1】
A.roll
B.wash
C.open
D.remove
【2】
A.explained
B.scolded
C.promised
D.believed
【3】
A.Thus
B.Otherwise
C.Besides
D.However
【4】
A.permanent
B.manageable
C.dangerous
D.stressful
【5】
A.form
B.tax
C.bill
D.rent
【6】
A.took
B.counted
C.purchased
D.folded
【7】
A.In fear
B.In reality
C.On purpose
D.By nature
【8】
A.carry off
B.put forward
C.refer to
D.think about
【9】
A.economic
B.extra
C.total
D.rising
【10】
A.bond
B.reward
C.guarantee
D.deal
【11】
A.salary
B.expense
C.sale
D.exchange
【12】
A.get
B.donate
C.spare
D.waste
【13】
A.risk
B.forbid
C.understand
D.admit
【14】
A.relaxed
B.returned
C.hesitated
D.left
【15】
A.coincidence
B.argument
C.surprise
D.service
【16】
A.story
B.flash
C.video
D.site
【17】
A.secretly
B.apparently
C.temporarily
D.quickly
【18】
A.fight
B.failure
C.success
D.loss
【19】
A.bet
B.gathered
C.paid
D.borrowed
【20】
A.confident
B.brave
C.honest
D.kind
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。
Jenny was very nervous. She had a swimming competition in the morning and could not sleep. She tossed and turned all night. She was no stranger to competition. In fact, she loved it. Jenny was very athletic and was not only part of a swim team, but a soccer team, as well. She even won a soccer championship with her teammates last year. But this particular swimming competition was important. She had made it all the way to the finals and didn’t want to let her teammates down.
When her alarm went off at 6: 00 am, she hit the snooze button and rolled onto her side, wishing she could just stay in bed all day. Having slept so poorly, Jenny was not at all ready for the day. After a few minutes, she stretched her arms above her head and yawned before throwing her covers back and climbing out of bed.
She was terribly anxious about the competition, so much that she couldn’t even eat breakfast. It felt as though she got butterflies in her stomach. Jenny’s mother looked concerned. “You have to eat something,” she said. “It’s important to keep your strength up.”
“I know, I’m just not hungry this morning,” Jenny replied, picking at her eggs with a fork. All she could think about was facing the competition. What if she performed poorly? What if she disappointed her coach and teammates? She wouldn’t be able to forgive herself.
Jenny’s mom sensed her daughter’s worry and gave her a comforting pat on the back. “You’ll be great, dear. Just do your best. That’s all that matters.”
Jenny felt a bit of relief and appreciated her mother’s kind words. But by the time she got to the athletic club where the swim meet was being held, that feeling of comfort had disappeared. She went to the locker room to prepare for the competition.
注意:
1.续写词数应为150左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
When she opened her gym bag, she was quite surprised to see her soccer uniform and realized she had grabbed the wrong bag.
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Jenny headed for the swimming pool with a bright smile.
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