1、 —I’m worried about the coming test! —______, you can do it!
A. Don’t mention it B. come on
C. Well done D. Not likely
2、The Spring Festival is the most joyful time of the year, but it can also be ______ . With all the traveling, visiting relatives, and gift-buying, the holiday can become a tense time for many families.
A. beneficial B. optional
C. commercial D. stressful
3、______ opinions on the schedule, we finally reached on agreement.
A.Having exchanged B.Exchanging
C.Exchanged D.To exchange
4、The hard part in our life is not making the decision but living with_________.
A. one B. that
C. the one D. it
5、Just because a bird does not breed one year, it does not follow that it will fail the next.
A.仿效 B.继续 C.理所当然 D.听从建议
6、 —Will you go to Mary’s wedding party tonight?
—I’m afraid not. I _______ my brother’s.
A. will attend B. have attended
C. am attending D. will be attending
7、Students loan are supposed to provide financial support for the students who would ______ not able to go to school.
A.otherwise
B.though
C.nevertheless
D.therefore
8、John ________ in the United States for decades, but in the last years he has already adapted to living in China.
A.was living
B.had lived
C.has lived
D.Lived
9、In _________ eyes of children, playing on the Internet can only bring them________great fun.
A . the; a B.不填;a
C. the;不填 D.不填;不填
10、 more and more forests destroyed, some birds are ______with the danger of dying out.
A.With; faced B.By; facing C.As; faced D.Within; facing
11、Great changes ___ in the city, and a lot of factories ___.
A.have been taken place, have been set up
B.have taken place, have been set up
C.have taken place, have set up
D.were taken place, were set up
12、In many cities of China, if an ambulance is_______ in a traffic jam, police will respond to the emergency.
A.held up B.held back
C.held down D.held out
13、The residents approve of the measures _______ so far in our city, _______ to reduce a gradual decrease in house prices.
A.having taken; meant
B.taken; to be meant
C.taken; meant
D.being taken; to mean
14、Humor, if ________ properly, will help us break the ice and gain affection of others in social communication.
A.using B.used C.to use D. to be used
15、选出与划线词汇意思相近的词。
He has just landed a job in an investment company.
A.searched B.lost C.found D.left
16、I would appreciate ____ if you could come and help me with my work.
A. that B. it C. this D. one
17、 So touching ______ that I couldn’t hold my tears back when I heard it for the first time.
A. the song had sounded B. had the song sounded
C. the song sounded D. did the song sound
18、—I don‘t think I can afford an iphone 6. It’s expensive.
—__________ You’re rich.
A. Who cares? B. So what?
C. No doubt. D. Come on.
19、One main reason comes from the Chinese tradition _______ the mother of the young woman usually requires her future son-in-law to prepare a house for their marriage, which brings financial pressure to the young man and his family.
A. what B. that C. which D. When
20、Last night's TV news said that by then the death of the missing people yet.
A.isn't proved B.haven't been proved
C.had not been proved D.wasn’t proved
21、 Luke Fortune drove from a small town in Central Oregon to Portland, where he parked his car in a paid garage overnight. The next morning, he discovered that the car’s window had been smashed along with his dreams for the future: his backpack and computer were gone.
Two days after the theft, another young man was standing outside his apartment, also in Portland. Masoud Almazrouei, 29 , was an exchange student from the United Arab Emirates. He had been approached by a man who said he had a computer for sale. Only $ 200. He needed a computer, so he bought it, took it home, and turned it on. Within seconds, he saw files and photographs. He realized it could be stolen. Almazrouei found what appeared to be the owner’s cell phone number and called it. Fortune didn’t trust this guy with a thick accent and thought it was a trick.
Soon after, a police officer called Fortune to say that a man had dropped the computer off and had said he was sorry. He passed along the man’s number.
Fortune called and thanked Almazrouei and insisted on paying him a reward of $ 200 , the money he was out. Almazrouei refused. He said, it was his honor and duty as a Muslim to return the property to the rightful owner.
Still the encounter produced its own kind of rewards. For Fortune, it was a lesson in cultural awareness with the sometimes bitter national debate about immigrants, especially from the Arab world. “I’m from a small, mainly white town,” Fortune said. “I’ve never met a Muslim. He’s a good man.”
Almazruel’s lesson was perhaps more complex. When a story about the two young men’s encounter made it to the local papers, Almazrouei received a call from Wim Wiewel, the present of Portland State University, where Almazrouei is studying economics.
“We thought since you gave back the laptop, we should give you a laptop so that you’ll have one,” Wiewel told him. “We’re very proud of you. It was a great story, and you did the right thing.”
【1】How did Almazrouei return the computer to Fortune finally?
A.He went to Fortune’s apartment and handed it to him.
B.He asked the police to return the computer to him.
C.He apologized to Fortune and handed it to him.
D.He sent the computer to him by express delivery.
【2】Why did Fortune think it was a trick?
A.Because he used to discriminate against Muslims.
B.Because he never met an immigrant before.
C.Because he believed “There is no such thing as a free lunch. ”
D.Because he believed “Never talk to strangers.”
【3】What does the sentence “Still the encounter produced its own kind of rewards” mean?
A.Almazrouei received a reward of $ 200 from Portland State University.
B.Fortune could seek his dream with his computer back.
C.Both of the young men gained something in their own way.
D.Kindness can eventually pay off one day.
22、I recently heard a wonderful new parenting phrase that I suspect is going to become a regular addition to my vocabulary. The phrase is “benign neglect”, and it refers to leaving one’s children free to make their own decisions, control their own time, and generally act like adults.
Jeni Marinucci, who first introduced me to this phrase, described how she treats her children almost as if they were hearty houseplants: “They should be watered abundantly and you should ensure they get plenty of sunshine. But otherwise, just let them be.” From a young age, her children have been making their own hair and other appointments (after she showed them how to do it). Similarly, their time is their own to use as they wish. On a lazy Saturday, it’s up to them to figure out a ride to the movies and how to make breakfast and lunch for themselves.
The “benign neglect approach” may sound extreme to some readers. Indeed, one commenter on Marinucci’s article accused her of neglecting to raise her children at all, which seems a bit uncomfortable. It’s true that her approach would not work for everyone, but at the very least she recognizes what so many parents these days fail to acknowledge — that our beloved children will spend a far greater percentage of their lives as adults than they will as children, so we parents neglect a fundamental requirement of our job if we fail to prepare them for that independence.
I like that “benign neglect” pays attention to the parental side of parenting, and does not focus entirely on the children. However, miracles will only happen if I hand over responsibilities to my growing children. It’s like the old proverb: Give a man a fish, and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime.
【1】What is the first paragraph mainly about?
A.Making decisions.
B.Controlling one’s time.
C.The author’s vocabulary.
D.A new parenting phrase.
【2】How did Marinucci introduce “benign neglect”?
A.By giving examples.
B.By analyzing the data.
C.By giving a statement.
D.By making comparisons.
【3】What are the parents advised to do in raising kids?
A.Give them a good education.
B.Instruct them to be independent.
C.Meet their reasonable demands.
D.Love them unconditionally.
【4】Which of the following can be the best title for the text?
A.Focus Your Kids Entirely
B.Learn to Say No to Your Kids
C.“Benign Neglect” Isn’t a Bad Thing for Kids
D.“Benign Neglect” Doesn’t Work for Everyone
23、Long Walks in Europe
Waldstätterweg Route, Lucerne, Switzerland
Distance 71 miles
The Waldstätterweg Route is one of the safest when it comes to snowy conditions, and the views and the colours of the trees are breathtaking at the end of October. This seven-stage route spreads to the shore of Lake Lucerne, with the glaring blue water being a constant companion. Old paths and elegant routes through woods link lakeside settlements.
Harz Witches Route, Lower Saxony, Germany
Distance 58 miles
The Harz Mountains have long been associated with German folklore (民俗). Harz Witches Route runs along forest tracks through Harz National Park and can be walked throughout October and beyond. The route takes in forests, Germany’s largest wooden church, and a 439-metre rope suspension bridge. It also follows the poet Goethe’s hiking route up the Brocken.
GR141, Andalucía, Spain
Distance 68 miles
Autumn isn’t just a good time to walk in Andalucía. The weather stays warm long after winter starts to bite further north. It’s cheaper and less crowded, too. In November, conditions are milder here and some plants continue to flower. And two newly created GR routes begin here: both are well marked, reasonably challenging, divided into six stages and walkable in a week.
Menalon Route, Peloponnese, Greece
Distance 47 miles
The Menalon Route is an excellent option for autumn. Temperatures are pleasant and autumn colours are wonderful well into November. It’s a quiet time to visit, too. Nights in mountain villages are a highlight. Dimitsana, surrounded by snowy peaks, is a particular jewel. In Stemnitsa, there is a folklore museum showing the village’s jewellery-making heritage.
【1】Which route may attract people who are interested in folk and local religious culture?
A.Waldstätterweg Route.
B.Harz Witches Route.
C.GR141.
D.Menalon Route.
【2】What can people do on Menalon Route?
A.Admire colorful flowers.
B.Enjoy wonderful nights.
C.Learn about local festivals.
D.Explore the forests.
【3】What do the listed four routes have in common?
A.They cover similar distances.
B.They require no charges.
C.They suit autumn walks.
D.They feature snow scenery.
24、“Father, do you see Mother in your dreams?” the young girl asks. “You know sometimes I do.”
“Mother comes to see me a lot, you know. We sit and talk.” The father smiles. “How is your homework coming along?”
“Why do I have to study so hard?”
“It is what your mother would have wanted!”
She regrets speaking her mind. “I’m sorry, Father, I shouldn’t have said that.” She looks up and sees his eyes well up with tears.
“It’s okay, love,” he gets up and pours himself a drink. “I’ll just sit outside for a while. You finish up your work, okay?”
“I’m sorry, Father; Mother did love you very much. She told me all the time.”
“Homework, first, eh? Then we can chat about your mother.”
He heads off outside and sits in his usual chair, looking around the courtyard. The whole area relaxes the mind and somehow soothes the soul.
“All finished, Father. May I get a drink and sit with you? I have some questions.”
She comes with two drinks one for him and one for herself. He looks surprised. She never really liked him having a drink. Although he had cut back a lot from before he brought her here, it still seemed strange.
“Mother told me all about you. That is before she passed away. We would laugh together at your love stories.”
He listens without uttering a single sound.
“Why didn’t you come and take her away with you? She really wanted that. Did you know that?”
Her father looks at his daughter lovingly. “Circumstances were difficult back then. It was just the way things were. When it came time to…” He sighs. “To visit her it was too late.”
The girl smiles. “I hope I will have the same kind of love you and mother had.”
“Without all the heartache,” her father adds.
“She always knew you loved her. She told me every day,” the child mentions cheerfully. “I saw her crying sometimes when she read your letters.”
“Did she make you promise to look after me?” She inquires.
“She asked me to take care of you.”
“You promised her, didn’t you?”
“Yes, I did.”
“It is nice out here, isn't it? Mother would have been very happy here.”
She talks with some authority. Her father remains silent. A smile comes to his weary brow. He nods his head.
“Mother wanted me to give you something. I think now the time is right.” She runs to her room. Upon returning she hands her father a book. “It’s mother’s diary! She wanted me to give it to you.”
He takes the book and holds it in his trembling hands, “Thank you.”
“Mother said you would understand things better.”
“Wise woman, your mother.”
He places the book on the table as he gets up. The girl gets up and wraps herself around her father.
“I love you.” she looks up at his face.
He picks her up and hugs her. “I love you, too.” His voice trembles.
“It’s okay, Father. We have each other now and mother is in both of us.”
He kisses her head.
“Time you went to bed,” her father softly says.
He puts her down and she scampers off to get washed and ready for bed.
Clearing up everything he checks on his daughter. She is in bed waiting for her good night kiss. He tucks her in and bids her goodnight.
Just as he is to leave she tells him. “Mother told me she adopted me when I was a baby.”
He stands at her bedroom door. Words fail him. Yes, he knew she was adopted.
“I am really lucky for being loved by my parents, even if I am not really theirs.”
“You trying to bring on the water works?” he tells her.
She giggles, “Goodnight, Father. I love you.”
“Love you, too.”
His face lights up as he wipes his dampened eyes.
The door closes and the child falls asleep dreaming of her mother.
Sitting outside he picks up the diary and opens it and reads the first line: “I love you, my dearest, if only things could have been different…”
【1】Why isn’t the mother with her family?
A. She has already died. B. She is ill in hospital.
C. The couple is divorced. D. She lives in another city.
【2】What can we know about the couple’s relationship?
A. They understood each other very well.
B. They quarreled a lot and are separated.
C. They used to have misunderstandings.
D. They were quite sure of each other’s love.
【3】What can we learn from the story?
A. The girl was adopted because the couple couldn’t give birth.
B. Father looks after the girl just because the girl is alone.
C. The girl feels unfortunate that she was adopted.
D. Father was not very close to the girl before she moved in with him.
【4】Why didn’t father bring mother home when she was ill?
A. Because he was too busy with his work
B. Because he didn’t know he was wanted
C. Because he was too poor to afford the medical fees
D. Because he didn’t know she was in hospital
【5】What does the sentence “You trying to bring on the water works?” mean?
A. You want another cup of water?
B. Are you kidding me?
C. Are you trying to make me cry?
D. Are you thinking about the water factory?
【6】Which word best describes father’s feeling at the end of the story?
A. Regretful B. Satisfied
C. Confused D. Doubtful
25、Last Sunday, waitress King was on her routine work. She took the order of an elderly lady who was sitting _______.
“It was on Sunday, which is always pretty _______,” King told Newsweek. “About halfway through her meal, it started to slow down so we chatted for a few minutes. Just a small _______, nothing too deep. She told me she was almost 70...and she just wanted to stop by an old _______ restaurant for a bite.”
As the lady had _______ eating her meal, King noticed that she seemed quiet and in deep _______. The waitress's first idea was that there might have been something wrong with the_______. King went over to check with the lady. But the lady said, _______, “The food is good. _______ is wrong. Thanks for your kindness.” A few minutes later,the lady _______.
But the _______ which the lady left behind with the $3 tip on her $10 check brought King to tears.
“Thank you very much for your kind _______,” it read. “This was the _______ time eating out alone since my husband passed away. I was hoping I could _______ it.”
King _______ a picture of the note to Twitter, which received a ton of feedback, including “I want to give whoever wrote this note a hug.”
【1】
A.casually
B.happily
C.around
D.alone
【2】
A.quiet
B.busy
C.sunny
D.hard
【3】
A.rest
B.table
C.talk
D.dish
【4】
A.favorite
B.expensive
C.strange
D.normal
【5】
A.finished
B.started
C.considered
D.appreciating
【6】
A.trouble
B.thought
C.sleep
D.shock
【7】
A.bill
B.cook
C.food
D.air
【8】
A.trembling
B.sighing
C.nodding
D.smiling
【9】
A.Nothing
B.Everything
C.Something
D.Somebody
【10】
A.bargained
B.continued
C.left
D.remained
【11】
A.note
B.gift
C.phone
D.message
【12】
A.donation
B.service
C.reminder
D.comfort
【13】
A.real
B.last
C.other
D.first
【14】
A.jump at
B.get through
C.turn down
D.put off
【15】
A.switched
B.took
C.posted
D.delivered
26、假如你是学生李明,上周末和祖母聊天,她想去上海看望朋友。你帮她安排去上海的行程,下列四幅图按顺序叙述了你从准备到送行的全过程。
1.写一篇英文周记。
2.词数不少于60。
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