1、______other good students, the teacher thinks Hank is ______ student.
A. Compared with; a most satisfied B. Compared to; the most satisfied
C. Comparing to; the more satisfying D. Compared with; a more satisfying
2、After my mother took some pills, the blood pressure returned to ________.
A.usual B.normal C.ordinary D.necessary
3、_____ from your family and friends, though it may cause short-term discomfort,doesn’t have to be as painful as it seems.
A. Being separated B. Having separated
C. Separated D. Separating
4、Between the two parts of the concert is an interval, ________ the audience can buy icecream.
A.when
B.where
C.that
D.which
5、As far as I am_________, I agree with what you said.
A.concerning B.concerned C.faced D.known
6、—Look! Is the young lady wearing a blue dress Grace?
—No, it _____ be her. She is picking up my sister at the airport.
A.can’t B.mustn’t C.can D.must
7、To be great, you must be smart, confident, and, _______,honest.
A. therefore B. above all
C. however D. after all
8、—How soon will we get the offer from a new high school?
—________ about two months.
A.In
B.For
C.Among
D.During
9、"We are here to help because we are one family _____we live in different parts of the world, "said the volunteer.
A. in that B. even though
C. so that D. as though
10、I remember when you _______ his age, you said that you _______ to be a professional football player.
A.were; wanted
B.are; wanted
C.were; want
D.are; wanted
11、Great attention must be paid welfare, especially in the poor area.
A. develop B. to develop
C. to developing D. developing
12、—Is this the first time you Shuangshi?
—No. But it has been 3 years since I last here.
A. visit; come B. visited; came
C. have visited; came D. have visited; come
13、This company sells cars in different price_____.
A. limits B. ranges C. forms D. varieties
14、Tom, ________Jane and Rose, ________going to the farm on foot.
A.and, is
B.together with, are
C.as well as, is
D.with, are
15、Can you lend me the book ________ the other day?
A.about which you talked
B.which you talked
C.about that you talked
D.that you talked
16、Hundreds of jobs ___ if the factory closes.
A. lose B. will be lost
C. are lost D. will lose
17、This is the first time that I__________ Xi'an and I am deeply impressed with its ancient buildings.
A.visit
B.visited
C.will visit
D.have visited
18、If you are__________ about Australian cities, just read the book written by Dr. James.
A. upset B. curious
C. anxious D. terrified
19、The terraces are cleverly designed, with waterways connecting with each other.
A.设计;连接
B.设计;清除
C.修改;连接
D.修改;清除
20、She was so angry at all ____ he was doing _____she walked out and said nothing.
A. that; that B. what; that
C. what; as D. that; which
21、(2016·北京)My grandfather still plays tennis now and then, he’s in his nineties.
A.as long as
B.as if
C.even though
D.in case
22、I was strongly ________ by his speech.
A.crashed
B.screamed
C.digested
D.impressed
23、How many English words ____ you ____ so far?
A. did; learn B. had; learned
C. have; learned D. do; learn
24、There is sometimes no way to from brain injury.
A. release B. rescue
C. ruin D. recover
25、______ basketball, what other sports do you like?
A.Except B.Expect C.Besides D.Beside
26、Have you ever taken photos by using mobile phones with selfie sticks (自拍杆)?【1】
However, a pair of US artists from New Mexico, Aric Snee and Jutin Crowe believe they have invented a better one and they call it “selfie arm”. 【2】 It makes those people in the pictures to be holding hands with a loved one.
The pair say it offers a far better experience than using a straight stick. The selfie arm makes people feel they are not alone when they take photos. 【3】 They think their invention solve the main problem that the selfie stick has— people look alone while they are taking pictures of themselves with great interests. The product, at present, just an art project and a model, conveniently provides you a welcoming arm. 【4】 The pair say they are fascinated by these new ideas.
The “selfie arm” is made of fiberglass. 【5】
The project that they work on show the growing selfie stick phenomenon (现象) directly and the increasing need for narcissism (自恋) and Internet agreement.
A.This new invention is a small, useful, and clever-designed tool.
B.And better yet in the future, it’ll take in a friendly way and never get angry or upset.
C.It seems that they are together with their friends.
D.For better or worse, they have taken the world by storm.
E.It is lightweight and easy-taking.
F.Thousands of “selfie arms” have been made.
27、I can’t think of a better way of appreciating a new culture than by taking part in one of its festivals. You’ll find that some festivals are celebrated by an entire country, while others may be known only to a single city or region, but either way festivals play an important role in a certain culture. Just enjoy them!
★ Tomatina — Bunol, Spain
Every last Wednesday in August, the town of Bunol is filled with tons of tomatoes in the world’s biggest food flight. Many people wear goggles (护目镜) during this hour of great fun, as the town becomes a red river.
★ Boryeong Mud Festival — Boryeong, South Korea
For two weeks in July, millions gather in Boryeong to experience the grey pools and slides. What began as a way to help sell the region’s mineral-rich mud has turned into a festive party with music and fireworks. The mud is usually only available in cosmetic products (化妆品), but here you can cake yourself in grey as you want.
★ Holi — India
Holi, the Festival of Colors, is a Hindu celebration full of joy and one of India’s most important holidays. During the day of the last full moon of the lunar month, usually late February or early March, the air is full of brightly colored powder (粉末). The festival is celebrated differently throughout the country, with bonfires and music, but the cheerful spirit is common among Hindu people around the world.
★ International Pillow Fight Day — Worldwide
Tens of thousands of people took part in the 4th annual International Pillow Fight Day on April 2, 2013. From London to Vancouver to many other cities, the festival is held in more than 100 countries. So just bring a soft pillow in early April, and watch feathers fly.
【1】According to the author, _______________.
A. there should be festivals celebrated by the whole world
B. festivals give people the best chances to experience a culture
C. it’s usually hard for people to accept a different culture
D. festivals in a certain culture often change with time
【2】We learn from the passage that _______________.
A. the town of Bunol in Spain is on a river
B. cosmetic products sell well on Boryeong Mud Festival
C. International Pillow Fight Day has a short history
D. Holi is the greatest festival for Indian people
【3】The passage is most likely to be found in __________.
A. a personal diary
B. a technical report
C. a geography book
D. a travel magazine
28、Birmingham Writers’ Group welcomes members from all walks of life from the West Midlands — we’re a mixed group, and we always enjoy new views. Well support each other’s writing, and provide constructive and critical advice during our group meetings which take a variety of forms. All we require is that our members are regular writers and that they treat each other with respect.
What we write
Our current membership features many fiction writers with a little knowledge of poetry for good measure, but we’re open to non-fiction writers too. Preference will be given to the fiction with a small length. We do ask any material read out at our meetings should be suitable for diverse audiences. Furthermore, we welcome second language writing but we’re not equipped to teach writing if you’re only just starting out.
When we meet
We generally meet once a week. After the official meetings, some members might go to a nearby pub for a chat. We also arrange additional social evenings elsewhere. Because were a private group with no external funding, we have to rely on some membership fees. However, you may attend two meetings at no charge to determine whether the group is suitable for you. A per-meeting attendance fee of $5 is asked when you attend a third meeting.
So if you like what you’ve read here, please contact us and we’ll let you know when the next meeting will be and how to join. We do not wish to miss potential members out. Welcome to talk to us if you have difficulty in participating.
【1】What kind of writing does Birmingham Writers’ Group prefer?
A.Short stories.
B.Works in foreign languages.
C.Original plays.
D.Poems for diverse audiences.
【2】What do we know about the meeting?
A.It is held in pubs.
B.It provides free trials.
C.It is a monthly event.
D.It offers any material.
【3】Where could this passage most probably appear?
A.Science fiction.
B.A job-hunting website.
C.An advertisement.
D.A news report.
29、 Year in year out, many high school graduates go to college to continue their education and pursue(追求)their lifelong dreams. College has many advantages for the later life. When I look back on the years I spent in college, I don't regret even a bit. As a matter of fact, I believe they were the most important years of my life. I came out of Saint Marin's College being a bright graduate, ready to take charge of my life and pursue all my dreams with a clear focus. Besides education, the kind of life I experienced in college teaches me a lot about life outside school.
There are many differences between my pre-college years and the post-college years. To start with, I grew up in the countryside, so I was not used to talking with strangers. I was comfortable with my small world and could not see its changing. However, all this changed the day I stepped into Saint Marin's college. Though shy at firs. I was amazed by my new surroundings; I met and communicated with people from all over the world. I made friends with students from other states and other countries. After four years in college, I was wiling o embrace the world. I didn't mind working in Asia or Africa for I was prepared.
College also prepared me well for employment, but I didn't even know what to pursue when in high school. Later I pursued a degree in business and I am working my way to being a CEO at the moment. The college really improved my chances of getting a job and my earning potential.
I want to encourage everyone out there to pursue education to the highest level. Anyway, higher education helps us increase knowledge about life, it provides us with an insight into various opportunities in life and thus makes one achieve his or her goals.
【1】What does the author mainly want to tell us in the first paragraph?
A.He really wanted to go to college.
B.His college life was busy and happy.
C.The college education helped realize his dreams.
D.The college education benefited him a lot.
【2】According to the text, which of the following is the advantage of college?
A.It makes one an expert in his field.
B.It helps reduce the unemployment rate.
C.It contributes to cone's success.
D.It lets one no longer fear the new surroundings.
【3】What is the author's purpose in writing the text?
A.To introduce his college life.
B.To encourage people to go to college.
C.To explain how college changed his life.
D.To show what to expect from college life.
30、Renata Di Pietro was studying to be a singer at the University of Iowa. But at 23, she found she couldn’t see clearly. Soon, it, became increasingly _______ to read scores and pick up hand signals from conductor(指挥),and Renata was forced to _______ .
For years, Renata depended on guide dogs to _______. But finally, she found it heartbreaking. A dog’s working life is _______— just six to 10 years before it ages out of service or dies. “It’s very _______, because you love each one.” she says.
In 2009,while _______ another guide dog, Renata was interested by_______ from a friend that miniature horse(小矮马)usually live for thirty years and make calm and strong guides. They are very _______: There are only about ten of them working in the United States. _______ choosing a guide dog, Renata decided to turn to a mini horse—and the ________ as changed her life. Renata ________ with a male horse, but he was too hard to ________ . Angel came next, a white female horse Renata has mostly trained herself. “ Horses naturally ________ obstacles(障碍),she says. If I am about to ________ something, she moves her body in front of me.
Renata has taught her ________ to react to directional commands. “Angel can________ a chair and the nearest door for me,” Renata says. Now, she's ________ Angel to pull her wheelchair.
Despite (尽管)her ________ , Renata still gives performances with her husband, musician Carl Hummer, at special events. Angel is ________ by her side. “l fight a battle every day to get the courage to take part in life,” Renata says. “Angel is my warhorse. We fight that battle________. ”
【1】
A.important
B.difficult
C.clear
D.possible
【2】
A.run away
B.go out
C.stand up
D.drop out
【3】
A.get around
B.show off
C.grow up
D.stay up
【4】
A.easy
B.long
C.short
D.hard
【5】
A.painful
B.stupid
C.crazy
D.strange
【6】
A.looking after
B.looking down upon
C.looking for
D.looking back on
【7】
A.information
B.imagination
C.decisions
D.experiences
【8】
A.strong
B.old
C.interesting
D.uncommon
【9】
A.As for
B.Along with
C.Instead of
D.Because of
【10】
A.condition
B.choice
C.method
D.habit
【11】
A.left
B.fought
C.started
D.continued
【12】
A.control
B.believe
C.serve
D.watch
【13】
A.create
B.use
C.face
D.avoid
【14】
A.change
B.hit
C.check
D.do
【15】
A.dog
B.horse
C.student
D.husband
【16】
A.make
B.choose
C.hold
D.find
【17】
A.inviting
B.advising
C.training
D.forcing
【18】
A.disability
B.carelessness
C.mistake
D.failure
【19】
A.seldom
B.always
C.already
D.even
【20】
A.later
B.once
C.again
D.together
31、课文原词填空
We can also 【1】 animals in danger without ever entering their habitats.Air ,water,noise and light pollution can all have a deep and damaging 【2】.Partly due to pollution 【3】 by ship traffic and other human activities,the dolphin population has 【4】 greatly .As the human population continues to grow, 【5】 does the effect we have on animals
32、书面表达
假如你是李夏。你看到美国留学生Sharon在网上发帖,希望有人能帮助她提高普通话(Mandarin)水平,她可以教英文作为回报。请根据以下提示用英语给她写一封电子邮件。
1.表达给她提供帮助的意愿;
2.说明你能胜任辅导的理由;
注意:
1.词数100词左右;
2.信中不能出现与本人相关的信息;
3.信的开头与结尾已为你拟好,不计入总词数。
Hi, Sharon,
This is Li Xia. I learned from your post that you want to improve your Mandarin.
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Yours,
Li Xia
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