1、A plane shot ________ the sky and then in a flash it was ________.
A.over; vanished
B.through; disappeared
C.into; missed
D.across; gone
2、______in a red dress, she was easy to _______ in the big crowd.
A. Being dressed; pick out B. Dressed; to be picked out
C. Having dressed; pick up D. Dressed; pick out
3、____were the guests _____to your party last night?
A.Who, invited B.Who, inviting C.Who, was invited D.Who, were inviting
4、I’ve never _______ words with those moms beyond small talk, but they wanted to help when I was in trouble.
A.exchanged
B.argued
C.reflected
D.gained
5、________, the headmaster rose to indicate that the conversation was ________.
A. At an end; in an end B. In the end; at an end
C. In an end; at the end D. At the end; in the end
6、They quarrel with each other, while now they are living .
A. are used to; in peace B. used to; in the peace
C. used to; in peace D. got used to; in the peace
7、I’m looking forward to ________more new people.
A.getting to know
B.get to knowing
C.get to know
D.getting to knowing
8、The country has already sent up three unmanned spacecraft, the most recent ________ at the end of last March.
A.has been launched
B.having been launched
C.being launched
D.was launched
9、Whenever we are in , we must never lose , but try to think of the way out.
A. the trouble; our heart B. troubles; hearts
C. trouble; heart D. trouble; our heart
10、---What do you think made Mary upset?
---___________ her new bicycle.
A. As she lost B. Losing
C. Lost D. Because of losing
11、The mountain climber was _____ in the high mountains, but he didn’t feel _________ at all.
A.lonely; alone
B.alone; lonely
C.alone; alone
D.lonely; lonely
12、In the flood, he narrowly escaped _________.
A.drowning B.to be drowned C.being drowned D.to drown
13、A group of soldiers went into the woods ________ the missing pilot.
A. search for B. search of
C. in search of D. search
14、 Edison continued his experiment __________ all kinds of difficulties.
A.instead of B.in place of C.in case of D.in spite of
15、He often makes his sister .
A. cry B. to cry C. crying D. cried
16、By the time you ______from Beijiao School in three years, you will have got a lot to recall.
A.graduate B.are graduated C.will graduate D.will be graduated
17、When the Chinese team was preparing for the 2015 World Cup, Lang Ping’s ________ was tested.
A.determination
B.destination
C.civilisation
D.impression
18、 —It is not enough for you just to tell me your decision. _____.
—The only reason is that I’m interested in it.
A. I don’t agree B. I don’t think so
C. Give me your reason D. Let’s have a discussion
19、 Don’t try to cheat the taxman(税务人员); you’ll never ______it.
A. get out of B. get into
C. get along D. get away with
20、---Where shall we eat tonight?
---Let’s call Harry. He ________ knows the best places to go.
A. only B. nearly
C. seldom D. always
21、Several weeks had gone by ________ I realized the painting was missing.
A.as B.since C.when D.before
22、Many of the big world sports events are________ by wealthy big companies, which hope to advertise their products.
A.organized
B.arranged
C.hosted
D.sponsored
23、I was glad to meet Lydia again, _______ I didn't want to spend all day with her.
A.but B.and C.or D.so
24、It is my suggestion that the visit again.
A.will be arranged
B.to be arranged
C.should arrange
D.be arranged
25、Many a quarrel ________ through a misunderstanding.
A.has come across
B.has come about
C.have come out
D.have come up
26、As we all know, there are plenty of different parks to visit in the UK. All theme parks in Britain have cafes, restaurants, picnic areas and gift shops, so you’ll still have plenty to see and do when you and the kids have been on enough rides. There are usually smaller “funfair” rides and games as well, so younger children won’t get bored. Several theme parks also have other attractions next to them, e.g. water parks often open all year round, unlike the theme parks.
Whenever you are in Britain, there’s likely to be a theme park within one or two hours’drive, bus ride or train journey. Several theme parks even have accommodation (膳宿) so you can stay for a day for two if you want to make a trip into a short holiday.
Prices for UK theme parks vary considerably; some have an entrance price which allows you to go on all the rides, while in others you have to pay for every ride individually. It can also make a difference whether you go during peak time or not. For example, tickets always cost more during school holidays and weekends than they do during the weekdays.
Theme parks always get very busy during the summer months, so if you don’t like crowds it’s usually a good idea to go earlier or later in the year!
If you’re thinking of visiting a UK theme park, it’s worth having a look for special offers on tickets. Products such as chocolate bars and cereals sometimes have “buy one get one free” offers on theme park tickets, so keep a look out in shops and supermarkets.
【1】This passage mainly talks about all the following EXCEPT ________.
A. things to do B. prices for theme parks
C. rules to obey D. special offers
【2】You can’t ________ in the theme park according to the passage.
A. have lunch B. stay for the night
C. enjoy special offers D. have a skiing
【3】If you go to the theme park during the weekdays, you’ll probably ________.
A. have to spend more B. save some money
C. have a good time D. get something free
【4】According to the passage, what should you do if you are tired of crowds in the theme park?
A. Avoid the busiest months. B. Go earlier or later in the daytime.
C. Choose one with few visitors. D. Go there when no one is in it
【5】The best title for the text would be ________.
A. What to Do in the Theme Park B. Theme Parks in the UK
C. Visiting the Theme Park D. Introduction to Famous Theme Parks
27、Birthdays often involve surprises.But this year's surprise on the birthday of the great British playwright William Shakespeare is surely one of the most dramatic.
On April 22,one day before his 441st birthday anniversary,experts discovered that one of the most recognizable portraits(画像)of William Shakespeare is a fake.This means that we no longer have a good idea of what Shakespeare looked like."It's very possible that many pictures of Shakespeare might be unreliable because many of them are copies of this one,"said an expert from Britain's National Portrait Gallery.
The discovery comes after four months of testing using modern chemistry technology.The experts from the gallery say the image—commonly known as the "Flower portrait"—was actually painted in the 1800s,about two centuries after Shakespeare's death.The art experts who work at the gallery say they also used modern chemistry technology to check the paint on the picture.These checks found traces of paint dating from about 1814.Shakespeare died in 1616,and the date that appears on the portrait is 1609.
“We now think the portrait dates back to around 1818 to 1840.This was when there was a renewed interest in Shakespeare's plays,”Tarnya Cooper,the gallery's curator(馆长),told the Associated President.
The fake picture has often been used as a cover for collections of his plays.It is called the Flower portrait because one of its owners,Desmond Flower,gave it to the Royal Shakespeare Company.
“There have always been questions about the painting,”said David Howells,curator for the Royal Shakespeare Company.“Now we know the truth,we can put the image in its proper place in the history of Shakespearean portraiture.”
Two other images of Shakespeare,are also being studied as part of the investigation and the results will come out later this month.
【1】What's the result of the checks for the "Flower portrait"?
A. The date on the portrait doesn't agree with the painting time.
B. Portraits of Shakespeare are all unreliable.
C. 1609 might be when the portrait was drawn.
D. The portrait may be painted in 1616.
【2】What is the Flower portrait often used as?
A. A portrait for people on the wall.
B. A cover for collections of Shakespeare's plays.
C. A picture in collections of Shakespeare's plays.
D. A back cover for collections of Shakespeare's plays.
【3】The best title for this text is “ ”.
A. Birthdays often involve surprises
B. One of Shakespeare's works is a fake
C. How can we know Shakespeare's appearance?
D. The surprise on the 441st birthday of Shakespeare
【4】Which of the following can be the last sentence in the text?
A. Soon we'll know which portrait is reliable.
B. Maybe we cannot find a real portrait of Shakespeare.
C. If the two portraits are found to be false,they will test more.
D. For now what Shakespeare really looked like still remains a mystery.
28、Canals in Europe
Gascony, France
Much of the canal is lined with trees, making it perfect for bicycle rides along the two banks. The Saint Louis boat is a great choice for this route. It’s specially driven by a woman. Plus, Captain Wendy used to be a designer. Her eye for design is on the boat, from the hand-painted furniture to the little Flower Festival she prepares every morning.
Canal du Midi, France
The Canal du Midi, the most famous of the French canals, was built in the 17th century. It took 12,000 workers 14 years to dig the 150-mile canal. Today, it’s one of the oldest working canals in the world. It offers a truly historical experience, with visits to the Roman ruins and weekly market at Narbonne.
Dutch Waterways, Holland
For those who prefer a quiet place and want to travel on waterways more frequently by tourist boats, the Netherlands is the perfect choice. The Dutch Waterways are often lined with shops and homes, and you will get the chance to see plenty of people going about their lives as you float by. The best time to visit it is spring.
The Caledonian Canal, Britain
It’s perfect for people who would prefer to sit on the boat drinking and watching the loud water go by. Speaking of lakes, the famous Loch Ness is on this route. You’ll also get to look at castles like Cawdor Castle and Eilean Donan, the latter of which appeared in the James film The World Is Not enough.
【1】What is special about Gascony?
A.Few men ride bikes there.
B.a boat there is driven by a woman.
C.It is a place used to shoot a famous film.
D.It is the oldest working canal in the world.
【2】What can travelers do when touring Canal du Midi?
A.Learn to build ancient boats.
B.Help workers dig the cave.
C.Visit the Roman ruins.
D.Watch lakes in front of Cawdor Castle.
【3】Which of the following is best for those who enjoy quietness to travel?
A.Dutch Waterways. B.Canal du Midi.
C.Gascony. D.The Caledonian Canal.
29、 Visiting a theme park is a wonderful activity for a family during summer or other holidays.【1】 Don't be worried if you're on a budget because through patient planning and research, you can still enjoy your trip without breaking the bank. Below are some guidelines on how to visit a theme park on a budget.
1. Determine your budget.
This is a very difficult part of your task since determining how much you can spend means going through a number of things. 【2】 Decide on how many days you will be staying in your selected destination.
2. List the activities where you'll spend money.
List down items that will definitely cost you money such as your housing, food fuel/fare, and other luxuries like souvenirs. If you ’re a parent, then negotiate(商定)with the children about rules and regulations like pocket money. 【3】 Bring cash because there will be times when banks and ATM machines won’t be online.
3. 【4】
Ensure that you book air tickets months ahead because most airline companies offer discounts to early birds. You can call your preferred airline or check its website. And you can also subscribe to online travel services.
4. Ensure that you'll bring all essentials before traveling.
Bring travel essentials like toothbrush, shampoo, towel, and so on. 【5】 Making a list of things to bring will certainly help do it better.
A.Identify the number of people who'll be coming with you.
B.It's necessary to check your car before setting out.
C.Make this clear to children when packing up.
D.Please keep in touch with your family every day.
E.Don't forget to carry extra cash for emergencies.
F.There are various theme parks that adults and children can both enjoy.
G.Schedule your trip months ahead.
30、 Mr. Baker lived in a small town. Nobody was _____ than him there, but he wished to get ______ money all the time. One day, on his way home, he found there was a ______ on the ground. He picked it up and put it into his pocket. That evening after he had supper, he brought it out and began to ______ it in the room. He was interested in a piece of news on it. Some gold ______ in a desert. He was ___ that someone would know about it and he started off alone, without telling anybody about it. He tried to find the place ______ gold was.
The greedy (贪婪的) man walked on the desert for two weeks, but he didn’t find any gold and his bag of food and water was _______. His horse was so weak that he couldn’t ______ it. He had to go back to his hometown, but it was too ______. His horse died at last and he was too hungry and thirsty to go any ______. He looked around, there was nothing except sand. ______ , he saw a man _____ on the ground far away. He crawled (爬) to him and found he was dead, with a bag in his hand. He hurried to open the bag to find something to ______ , but it was full of gold. He threw it away. As he was dying, he cried and said, “Now, a bag of bread is far more ______ than a bag of gold. How foolish I am!”
【1】A.happier B.sadder C.richer D.poorer
【2】A.little B.less C.a little D.more
【3】A.newspaper B.picture C.photo D.map
【4】A.copy B.read C.improve D.touch
【5】A.discover(发现) B.invent(发明) C.was discovered D.was invented
【6】A.afraid B.happy C.frightened D.glad
【7】A.how B.where C.when D.which
【8】A.lifted B.lost C.wasted D.empty
【9】A.mend B.drive C.ride D.feed
【10】A.early B.late C.easy D.possible
【11】A.near B.nearer C.far D.further
【12】A.Suddenly B.Slowly C.Quickly D.Sometimes
【13】A.standing B.running C.lying D.singing
【14】A.wear B.eat C.write D.draw
【15】A.beautiful B.use C.useful D.nice
31、课文填空
The carpet rose again and almost at once they were in a thick rainforest. A monkey watched them as it【1】. “What are you doing?” asked Daisy. “I【2】myself from mosquitoes,” it replied. When I find a millipede insect, I rub it over my body. It contains a powerful drug which 【3】 mosquitoes. You should pay more attention to the rainforest and 【4】how the animals live together. No rainforest, no animals, no drugs.”
32、假定你是李华,你的美国朋友Jack来信说今年暑假打算到中国旅行,他希望去北京或桂林游玩,希望你能给他提些建议。请根据下面的要点提示,给他写封回信,内容包括:
1.你建议的城市;
2.你建议的理由;
3.你的祝愿。
注意:
1.词数80左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
Dear Jack,
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Yours,
Li Hua