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1、She has great pressure at work recently and that may ________ her abnormal behavior.
A.account for B.call for C.stand for D.exchange for
2、The bike-sharing model has not only made life more convenient for people but also eased the pressure ________ public transport including buses and subways.
A．in
B．of
C．about
D．on
3、My family used to live in _____ city of Shanghai but now have moved to _____ countryside.
A.a; a B.the; the C.a; the D.the; 不填
4、Practicing Chinese kung fu can not only ________ one's strength, but also develop one's character.
A.set up B.take up C.build up D.pull up
5、_____, he has a lot of knowledge about computer.
A. A child as he is B. As he is a child
C. Child as he is D. Child as is he
6、The old man is so ________ his retired life that he always wears a ________ smile.
A．content with; satisfying
B．content with; satisfied
C．content about; satisfying
D．contend about; satisfied
7、—Have you seen the film Under the Hawthorn Tree?
— Of course, I have. It was in our village _____it was made.
A. that B. where
C. when D. which
8、People were ________ at his sudden death. It was really ________ to them.
A．shocked; shocked
B．shocked; a shock
C．shocking; a shock
D．shocking; shocking
9、After studying in a medical college for five years, Jane her job as a doctor in the countryside.
A.set out B.took over C.took up D.set up
10、He is always dreaming ______ in space.
A.living B.to live C.of living D.to living
11、Never in my country _________such a thing.
A．I have heard of or seen
B．I had heard of or seen
C．have I heard of or seen
D．did I hear of or see
12、In the past he was often ________，but in recent years he ________ his living by doing business with local traders.
A.in debt；gained B.in debt；earned
C.into debt；gained D.into debt；earned
13、Oh! It’s 9 o’clock! I know________ is no possibility ________ I can catch up with the train.
A.there; that B.it; that C.there; whether D.it; if
14、His firm character accounted _______for his success.
A. in general B. in place C. in particular D. in part
15、As a rough estimate, this room is _______ that.
A.three times the size B.three times as the size of
C.the size three times of D.three times the size of
16、I just wonder ________ that makes him so excited.
A. why it does B. what he does
C. how it is D. what it is
17、He dyed his beard to avoid____________ .
A.to be recognized B.being recognized C.recognition D.recognize
18、Maria frowned. “It’s not important,” she said.
“Well, of course It’s important,” said Bruno irritably, ________ she was just being deliberately difficult.
A. even if B. if only C. now that D. as if
19、______ young in our village are now living _______much more comfortable life than we did.
A.A ; / B. The ; the
C.Ａ; a D. The ; a
20、______, and you will work out the problem.
A．If you make a bit more effort
B．Making efforts
C．A bit more effort
D．There being a little effort
21、While in university, we were offered a number of afterschool activities to _____ our social skills．
A. create B. grow C. develop D. settle
22、My grandfather is as _______as a young man and hates sitting around doing nothing all day.
A. powerful B. energetic C. forceful D. strong
23、It is polite _____ you to give your seat to the old man on the bus.
A.for B.to C.of D.about
24、They lost their way in the forest, and ___ made matters worse was that night began to fall.
A. it B. which C. that D. what
25、He couldn’t ________ his idea in the speech, so we didn’t know what he had meant to say.
A.get back B.get into C.get across D.get through
26、 In the fall of 2017, when Paula Aldridge needed to get a job, she found herself at a crossroads. The 50-year-old wasn’t sure she would ever work again, due to health issues.
But Aldridge’s life and career journey started to turn around after she connected with Goodwill of Central Iowa’s skills (技能) training programs. These programs aim to help people develop the specific, real-world skills they need to get and keep a job, through a combination of detailed teaching and hands-on experience.
When Aldridge first connected with Goodwill in September 2017, she was having trouble finding a job. Transportation was challenging, as she didn’t have a driver’s license or own a car. Aldridge also had a limited work history with long employment gaps (间断) , meaning she missed the chances to learn important skills, such as working a credit card machine. Besides, her physical health issues were also a problem.
According to Kayleigh Duff, a career specialist at Goodwill of Central Iowa, the biggest difficulty Aldridge had to overcome was from within. “She said outwardly that she had all of this confidence and that she knew how strong a worker she was, but I don’t think she truly believed it herself.”
Thankfully, many people offer Aldridge encouragement and guidance. She first started off in the food service training program but was eager to enter the retail (零售) skills program, since she had worked at the Salvation Army and Subway before. When Aldridge mentioned her interest in retail, Duff recognized that her go-getting attitude would be perfect for the program.
The seven-week retail skills training is a systematic program combining classroom teaching with on- the-job experience at a Goodwill store. As Aldridge graduated from the program, she became more confident in her abilities.
Duff said it was great to see how Aldridge grew into the devoted worker she is today. “She has this strong desire, this longing to succeed. And she knows that she’s able to do that, although she has fallen short in the past.”
【1】What can be learned about Goodwill’s training programs?
A.They combine theory with practice.
B.They will surely find a good job for people in the program.
C.They are designed mainly for the unemployed.
D.They were set up in the autumn of 2017.
【2】What was the biggest problem Aldridge faced according to Duff?
A.Poor health.
B.Poor working skills.
C.Without enough confidence.
D.Not having a driver’s license.
【3】Why did Aldridge change her training program?
A.She wanted to attend a more systematic program.
B.She wanted to get some hands-on experience.
C.She was more interested in retail.
D.She followed Duff’s advice.
【4】What’s the main idea of the text?
A.A 50-year-old devotes herself to Goodwill.
B.Goodwill helps a 50-year-old turn her life around.
C.Goodwill training programs spring up around the world.
D.Success is closely connected to good training programs.
27、One day King Solomon was sitting on his throne (宝座、御座) and his guards were standing around him. Suddenly the door was opened and the Queen of Sheba came in. “King,” she said, “in my own country I have heard much about your power and glory, but much more about your wisdom. Men have told me that there is no puzzle that you can not solve. I have here a puzzle which I think will test your wisdom. I would like to show you.”
Then she held up in each hand beautiful wreath(花环) of flowers. The wreaths were so nearly alike that none could point out any difference. “One of these wreaths,” said the Queen, “is made of flowers picked from your garden. The other is made of artificial(人工的) flowers, shaped and colored by a skillful artist. Now, tell me, which one is true, and which one is false?” The king was puzzled. He moved uneasily on his golden throne. His ministers and guards shook their heads.
Suddenly the king remembered that close by his window there was a climbing vine(藤) filled with beautiful sweet flowers. He had seen many bees flying among these flowers and gathering honey from them. He asked one of his ministers to open the window.
It was opened. The queen was standing quite near to it with the two wreaths still in her hands. The next moment two bees flew eagerly in. Then came one after another. All flew to the flowers in the queen’s right hand. Not one of the bees so much as looked at those in her left hand. “Queen of Sheba, the bees have given you my answer,” said King Solomon.
And the queen said, “You are wise, King Solomon. You gather knowledge from the little things which common men pass by unnoticed.”
【1】What did the Queen of Sheba hear about King Solomon?
A．He could solve all the puzzles.
B．He was kind to his people in the country.
C．He liked sitting with all his great men.
D．He could deal with all kinds of troubles.
【2】King Solomon felt uneasy probably because________.
A．the Queen was impolite to him
B．he didn’t like flowers at all
C．it was hard to tell the difference of the two wreaths.
D．none of his ministers and guards knew the names of the flowers.
【3】King Solomon asked one of his ministers to open the window in order to ________.
A．let the bees fly in
B．let the fresh air come in
C．keep himself calm down
D．make the flowers grow well
【4】The bees were probably interested in ________.
A．the artificial flowers
B．flying through the windows
C．visiting the Queen
D．the sweet smell in the room
【5】We can learn from the passage that the Queen ________.
A．loved King Solomon deeply
B．admired King Solomon very much
C．would like to ask for help from King Solomon.
D．didn’t believe in King Solomon clearly
28、 Singapore is a city full of fun and adventure through the modernization and natural wonders. Come to see and explore the popular landmarks(地标) of Singapore and know the interesting facts and stories behind them.
Esplanade
One of the famous public parks in Singapore, Esplanade is a performing art center where different kinds of performances and shows are held every day. Built in 1970, the Esplanade hub(中心) is famous for shopping, dining and entertainment.
Merlion Park
Merlion of Singapore has two elements(元素) and each element represents a different meaning. The downside fish sculpture(雕塑) symbolizes(象征) the fishing villages of Singapore's past while the lion head is a Singapura, which means "lion city” in Sanskrit. The water comes out of the mouth of Lion and falls down in Singapore River.
Chijmes
Now, it is famous for its shops and entertainments; once Chijmes was a Catholic Convent School in the 1800s. This famous compound (大院) is home to several buildings of their unique architectures. The compound got a new name of Chijmes in 1990 for its amazing sound of tower bells. Now, Chijmes has been turned into a perfect nightlife entertainment place for tourists.
Singapore Flyer
Standing at a breathtaking height of 165 meters, Singapore Flyer is Asia's largest observation wheel, which was launched in 2008. The beautiful panoramic(全景的) views of Marina Bay and the city can be observed from its top height.
The Cenotaph
Built in the year of 1922, The Cenotaph is a war memorial(纪念碑) telling the stories of the 124 British soldiers who fought and died in World War II. The Cenotaph is standing in the Esplanade Park with a proud inscription (碑文）at its base which reads "They died so that we might live”.
【1】Which of the following has the longest history?
A.Esplanade. B.Chijmes
C.Singapore Flyer. D.The Cenotaph
【2】What can we do in Esplanade?
A.See panoramic views of Singapore B.Observe all kinds of sea creatures.
C.Eat out with friends and family. D.Visit old and unique architectures.
【3】What do we know about Merlion of Singapore?
A.It is a fish sculpture with a lion head.
B.It is an old fishing village of Singapore.
C.It is Asia's largest observation wheel.
D.It is an amusement park on Singapore River
【4】Who will The Cenotaph probably appeal to?
A.Music lovers. B.Sports fans.
C.Painting lovers. D.History lovers.
29、PART THREE READING PREHENSION （共15小题；每小题 2分，满分30分）
Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage.
A
With school out and hot weather in, it’s not unusual for youngsters to gather around the refrigerator or the television rather than take part in active play. Such habits may be relaxing but can wreck a healthy lifestyle, say specialists at Texas Children’s Hospital.
“For some kids, the state of feeling bored triggers（引发）eating,” says Jennifer Thomas, a doctor at Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston, Texas. “A child can pick up 5 to 10 pounds over the course of a summer, so it’s important to recognize the difference between boredom（无聊）and hunger.”
Because children may be adjusting（适应）to lack of routine, adding some structure to their daily schedules can help. “For example, instead of letting kids eat while they watch television, permit eating only in the kitchen with the television turned off,” says Thomas. “This way can help determine if they are really hungry or just bored.”
If hunger causes a snack attack, nutritious snacks should be available（可得到的）and easy to reach, says Thomas. She suggests two or more servings of fruit and three or more servings of vegetables as a reasonable（合情理的）daily goal. Thomas says, “Fresh or frozen fruit is better than fruit juice. Fresh or frozen vegetables are better because canned vegetables usually contain salt.”
In general, kids should avoid snacks with high sugar content, says Thomas. “More importantly, if a sugary snack takes the place of healthier food, the child is not getting the nutrition he or she needs. High-fat food tends to make a child feel worried, while eating foods that are naturally lower in fat will make it easier for kids to feel more energetic and stay on the go.”
【1】What can help to stop children from eating because of boredom?
A. Giving them a daily schedule.
B. Giving them a lot of snacks.
C. Preventing them from watching TV.
D. Making them eat a lot of fruits.
【2】What kind of snacks should we give children?
A. Fruit juice.
B. Frozen fruit.
C. Canned vegetables.
D. Snacks rich in sugar.
【3】Foods that are naturally lower in fat are necessary for children because _______.
A. they help children lose weight
B. they help children get necessary nutrition
C. they stop children from getting bored
D. they make children active and energetic
【4】We can infer from the text that _______.
A. it’s hard to tell the difference between boredom and hunger
B. children may get bored for lack of routine in summer
C. we should limit children’s eating while they’re watching TV
D. nutritious snacks should be available at any time
【5】The underlined word “wreck” in Paragraph 1 probably means“_______”.
A. improve B. change C. ruin D. include
30、 What is a family? Why does it_________? These questions seem_________important in the_______ season when it is often our tradition to celebrate together.
My mother was one of twelve_______. As they grew up, married and had kids of their own, most of them lived_______ enough in a small town in the mountains of North Carolina so that they didn’t need to travel a long way to see each other in the holidays.
I can’t recall getting many gifts from them._______, I remember the sense of being part of something that told me I was loved. The time we spent together was always filled with happiness.
I_______the laughing, playing and fighting with my crazy cousins.
I watched my granddad and uncles sit_______the door arguing about politics and trying to _______the problems of the world as if they were working in the White House. I listened to my grandmother, mother and aunts chat about their lives, hopes and dreams and gossip about any sister who failed to________so that we wouldn’t forget about them in their absence.
The food was always plentiful and delicious. But for me, the food was ________the highlight (亮点). The highlight was________being together.
However, they're all gone now. My parents and grandparents, my aunts and uncles have________ this world. My cousins are scattered (分散) here and there. And yet the memories________, along with the love that we shared.
I________ those memories as well as the things they taught me. They told me that families aren't________, but they prepare us to find our way in this imperfect world.
My husband and I are growing a________ family, while keeping close to our old families. Our life is a beautiful________ of kindness, traditions, nurturing and friendships, which grows year after year.
I hope this holiday season will fill you with lovely memories of the family that ________you, and surround you with all the people who ________“family” to you now.
【1】A.mean B.change C.matter D.teach
【2】A.especially B.possibly C.mainly D.precisely
【3】A.business B.duty C.holiday D.harvest
【4】A.parents B.children C.relatives D.members
【5】A.near B.far C.quietly D.peacefully
【6】A.Besides B.However C.Therefore D.Otherwise
【7】A.hated B.ignored C.forgot D.enjoyed
【8】A.on B.in C.by D.around
【9】A.invent B.approach C.motivate D.conclude
【10】A.carry on B.break down C.bring out D.show up
【11】A.always B.never C.often D.sometimes
【12】A.hardly B.fast C.easily D.simply
【13】A.left B.gone C.passed D.come
【14】A.look back B.fade away C.stick around D.get out
【15】A.praise B.concern C.consider D.treasure
【16】A.perfect B.wonderful C.terrible D.meaningful
【17】A.small B.fresh C.new D.big
【18】A.brand B.introduction C.separation D.mixture
【19】A.prepare B.raise C.help D.praise
【20】A.mean B.alarm C.guide D.allow
31、课文内容填空
Middle English is the name 【1】(give) to the English used from around the 12th to the 15th centuries. Many things played a part in the 【2】(develop) of this new type of English. The most important 【3】(贡献) was from the Normans, a 【4】 (French speak) people who【5】 (打败) England and took control of the country in 1066. 【6】, the Norman Conquest did not affect English as much as the Angles and the Saxons’ victory about 600 years earlier, which led to Old English 【7】 (replace) Celtic. Even though the Normans spoke French for the e【8】 250 years they ruled England, French did not replace English 【9】 the first language. On the other hand, the English language did borrow many words from French. This resulted in even more words with similar meanings, such as answer (from Old English) and reply (from Old French). It is interesting to learn 【10】 the words for animals and meat developed.
32、假如你是李华，你的美国网友Peter参加中国象棋网络挑战赛获得了一等奖。请根据以下提示写一封英文电子邮件向他表示祝贺。
1) 祝贺他获奖；
2) 肯定他付出的努力；
3) 询问何时方便，在网上切磋棋艺。
注意：1)词数100左右；
2)可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3)开头和结尾已为你写好。
参考词汇：the Chinese Chess Network Challenge
Dear Peter,
I am writing to offer my sincere congratulations
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Congratulations again.
Yours,
Li Hua
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