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1、The reason why he hasn’t come is ___________.
A．because his mother is ill
B．because of his mother’s being ill
C．that his mother is ill
D．for his mother is ill
2、 Taobao is a popular online shopping website, ________ varieties of items at low prices.
A.provides B.providing C.having provided D.Provided
3、One-third of the country _____ covered with trees and the majority of the citizens _____ black people.
A. is; are B. is; is
C. are; are D. are; is
4、Take the medicine three times a day. _______ your doctor if the pain continues.
A.Defend B.Accuse C.Consult D.Challenge
5、It often gets angry and will ________ anyone who goes close to it.
A.attract B.attach C.attack D.avoid
6、Letting virtual assistants, such as Amazon's Alexa, take care of your home is a(n) _________ for disaster to some, because AI-infused systems may demonstrate unpredictable behaviors that can be disruptive, confusing, offensive, and even dangerous.
A.topic B.shortcut C.cure D.recipe
7、_______ is troubling me is ______ I don’t understand ________ he said
A.What; that; what B.What; what; what
C.That; that; what D.Why; that; which
8、_______ luggage has to be abandoned to save the people on the ship.
A.A good many B.A large number of
C.A great deal of D.A great many of
9、All their hard work has !The project is finished at last.
A. paid off B. paid back
C. paid for D. paid out
10、The girl _______ beautifully to my small crisis, but she actually wasn’t the only one.
A.responded B.respected C.recognized D.rejected
11、We are living in an age ____________ we treasure very much, because it sees man’s rapid development.
A.which B.when C.where D.What
12、Hiking by oneself can be fun and good for health.It may also be good for________building.
A．respect
B．friendship
C．reputation
D．character
13、Let’s get started ________ we ended yesterday so that we won’t miss anything.
A. where B. what C. whether D. which
14、If ______ in class, you will have to clean the classroom for a week as a punishment.
A．to catch to sleep
B．caught to sleep
C．catching sleeping
D．caught sleeping
15、Not until his father was out of prison ______ to school.
A.that John could go B.John couldn’t go
C.could John go D.John could go
16、To my disappointment, Alice ________ my invitation to the ball because she said that she didn't like to ________ on such an occasion.
A. turned down; turn up B. turned off; turn into
C. turned back; turn in D. turned out; turn up
17、Although going to Wuhan meant________himself in danger, he said he had never regretted _________such a decision.
A.to put; to make B.putting; to make C.to put; making D.putting; making
18、Common ___________ of diabetes are weight loss and fatigue.
A. diagnosis B. prescription C. symbols D. symptoms
19、I want to know _______.
A.what matter it is B.what’s the matter
C.what the matter is D.the matter is what
20、With the outbreak _______, schools began to open one after another.
A.weaken B.weakening
C.weakened D.to weaken
21、You _______ her more help, even though you were really busy.
A.might give B.must have given
C.ought to have given D.ought to give
22、It suddenly ____ her that she had left her schoolbag in the canteen.
A.occurred B.hit C.striked D.inspired
23、As the saying goes, better go to heaven than to hell in embroidering(锦衣).
A.in trouble B.in rags C.in time D.in debt
24、—How did you find him out?
—I ______ his name by chance on the list.
A．came down
B．came about
C．came up
D．came across
25、—I don’t really like James. Why did you invite him?
—Don’t worry. He ________ come. He said he wasn’t certain what his plans are.
A.must not B.need not C.would not D.might not
26、 Since December,there have been tens of thousands of the COVID-19 cases both in and out of China,caused by a previously unknown virus:novel coronavirus.
What are they?Viruses are considered to be non-living organisms(有机物).They can't reproduce(繁殖) on their own. Instead, they invaded the cells of living organisms to reproduce, spread and take over.But the basic question is,where did viruses first come from? Until now, no clear explanation for their origin exists.
Understanding the origins of viruses means fully understanding the history of their hosts not only humans,but also bacteria,plants and other animals,which is a complicated task. However,there are three main theories to explain the origin of viruses.First,viruses started as independent organisms,then became parasites(寄生者). Second,viruses evolved(进化) from pieces of DNA or RNA that"escaped"from larger organisms.The third one is that viruses co-evolved with their host cells,which means they existed alongside these cells.
For the time being,these are only theories.The technology and proofs we have today cannot be used to test these theories and discover the most plausible explanation.Continuing studies may provide us with clearer answers.Or future studies may find that the answer is even more mysterious than it now appears.
【1】What can we learn about viruses from the article?
A.They mainly infect animals and plants.
B.They are really small living organisms.
C.They are more dangerous than bacteria.
D.They can't reproduce unless they find a host cell.
【2】Which of the following might explain the origin of viruses?
A.They evolved along with their host cells.
B.They evolved from the DNA or RNA in animals.
C.They evolved from the fossils of large organisms.
D.They evolved from parasites to independent organisms.
【3】The underlined word"plausible"in the last paragraph probably means______.
A.creative B.reasonable
C.common D.unbelievable
【4】What can we conclude from the article?
A.The author is confident about future virus research.
B.Viruses will become more like bacteria as they evolve.
C.Viruses live longer in human host cells than in animals.
D.It may take a long time to understand the origin of viruses.
27、 Many cities around the world today are heavily polluted. Careless methods of production and lack of consumer demand (消费者需要) for environment friendly products have contributed to the pollution problem. One result is that millions of tons of glass, paper, plastic and metal container are produced, and these are difficult to get rid of.
However, today, more and more consumers are choosing “green” and demanding that the products they buy should be safe for the environment. Before they buy a product, they ask questions like these, “Will this shampoo damage the environment?” “Can this metal container be reused or can it only be used once?”
A recent study showed that two out of five adults now consider the environment safety of a product before they buy it. This means that companies must now change the way they make and sell their products to make sure that they are “green”, that is, friendly to the environment.
Only a few years ago, it was impossible to find green products in supermarkets, but now there are hundreds. Some supermarkets’ products carry labels (标签) to show that the product is green. Some companies have made producing of clean and safe products their main selling points and emphasize (强调) it in their advertising.
The concern for a safer and cleaner environment is making companies rethink how they do business. No longer will the public accept the old attitude of “Buy it, use it, throw it away, and forget it.” The public pressure is on, and gradually business is cleaning up its act.
【1】It becomes clear from the passage that the driving force (动力) behind the green products is ______.
A.public caring for the environment B.companies’ desire for bigger sales
C.new ways of doing business D.rapid growth of supermarkets
【2】Which of the statements is TRUE according to the passage?
A.Only the productive methods are the cause of the heavy pollution.
B.Manufactures made their products clean with cleaners.
C.In fact, it is the public who made the companies produce green products.
D.Not all the consumers would like green products.
【3】The underlined word “it” in the fourth paragraph refers to ______.
A.a selling point B.the company name
C.a great demand for health foods D.the producing of green products
【4】What would be the best title for the text?
A.Business and People B.Business Goes Green
C.Shopping Habits Are Changing D.Supermarkets and Green Products
28、Whether you seek culture, community, or comfort food in America, these amazing festivals prove that small towns from coast to coast know how to throw big celebration.
Tulip Time
Go: May in Holland, Michigan
There’s no better place to celebrate Michigan’s Dutch Heritage than a town called Holland, where six million tulips are planted in private fields, city parks, and other gardens around town. First introduced in 1929, Tulip Time draws a half million visitors and features eight days of events, including three parades, an arts-and-crafts show, carnival rides, fireworks, and plenty of Dutch food tastings.
Texas SandFest
Go: April in Port Aransas, Texas
Since 1997, this artistic sand festival attracts talented amateurs and master sculptors alike to beautiful beaches of Port Aransas. A three-day event typically held over a weekend in late April, SandFest features parades, live music, entertainment, food, and sand sculpting lessons.
Burlington Steamboat Days
Go: June in Burlington, Iowa
Going strong for over 55 years, the four-day Burlington Steamboat Days draws an impressive lineup of musical headliners and new artists to this small town. Over the years, attendees have been treated to performances by Louie Armstrong, Lady Antebellum, Blake Shelton, and more. In addition to music, there are carnival games and parades, as well as a golf tournament.
National Balloon Classic
Go: July-August in Indianola, Iowa
Every summer since 1976, the small town has put on one of the largest festivals in the Midwest. The weeklong National Balloon Classic features twice-daily flights of more than 100 colorful hot-air balloons, skydiving demonstrations, and balloon rides. There’s also live music, food vendors, and a kid’s play area.
【1】Which of the following has the longest history?
A．Tulip Time.
B．Texas SandFest.
C．Burlington Steamboat Day.
D．National Balloon Classic.
【2】What can people do in Burligton Steamboat Days?
A．Take a balloon ride.
B．Attend sculpting lessons.
C．Learn steamboat’s history.
D．Enjoy great performances.
【3】What do these festivals have in common?
A．They kick off with parades.
B．They all last for a week long.
C．They take place in small towns.
D．They are held in the same state.
29、A culture's values can be mirrored by its humor.Humor has been evaluated by many great minds such as Thomas Hobbes,who,in"On Nature",disliked humor,"Laughter is nothing else but sudden glory arising from sudden thought of feeling far better than others."He thought humor to be a negative quality of human narrow-mindedness.
However,Mordechai Gordon,PhD of Education,insists,"Humor allows us to view the world from an angle that is amusing rather than serious."I agree with Gordon.Learning to look at the world through humor is important.
In the United States,every four years an election occurs.Without humor as a way to express their feelings,how would Americans be willing to support the election?Television shows like "The Daily Show" have become important parts of American culture.They are mothering the masses by unconsciously inputting politics into our mouths.They make politics fun.
Of course, politics is only one type of humor.Social humor helps people through the twists and turns of the human condition.American pop culture promotes an unhealthy self image.On the topic of self-image,Hari Kondabolu stands out.He has a joke about the popular musical group "The Pussycat Dolls",describing their hit song "Don't Cha" as a negative representation of women.He points out an obvious offence in American culture.
A study from Loyola University of Maryland has shown that humor is one determining factor for selecting a mating partner.Amongst other things,mates look for an outstanding funny bone in a potential partner.
Of course,humor is not always used for good purposes.Humor can be linked to vulgarity（粗俗）and racism,but, like everything else,it has potential to unite human beings by allowing us to laugh at ourselves,our failures and our connection with one another.
Though life may seem tough and depressing at times,all I have to do is look in the mirror at my increased wrinkles（皱纹）to know that there is a comedy out there that even Chaplin wasn't aware of.
With that in mind,remember to laugh with humanity and sometimes at humanity.
【1】Hobbes believes that humor_______.
A．resulted in narrow-mindedness of human beings
B．was only a way to laugh at others to make oneself feel better
C．had the power to mirror personal glory and national values
D．was for people to view the world from another angle
【2】What is the author's attitude towards political humor?
A．Worried
B．Disappointed
C．Curious
D．Appreciative
【3】The fourth paragraph is developed mainly______.
A．by process
B．by example
C．by comparison
D．by classification
【4】What can we learn from the last two paragraphs?
A．Chaplin wasn't aware of being laughed at
B．The author feels helpless and sad about getting older
C．Never be the one who laughs at other people
D．The author is determined to face life with a sense of humor.
30、 One day, when I was in high school, I saw a kid named Kyle from my class walking home from school with all his books. I thought to myself, “ _____ would anyone bring home all his books for the weekend? He must really be ________ .”
As I was walking, I saw several kids running toward him. They ran at him, ________all his books out of his arms and he fell down in the dirt. His glasses went _______and landed in the grass.
My ________ went out to him. So, I ran over to him. ________ I handed him his glasses, he looked at me and said, “Hey, thanks!”
I helped him pick up his books, and asked him where he lived. As it ________ , he lived near me. We talked all the way home. Over the next four years, Kyle and I became best friends.
Kyle was the ________ student of our class, one of those guys that really found ______ during high school. Therefore he had the honor to prepare a ________ speech. On the graduation day, I could see that he was ________ . So, I patted(拍) him on the back and said, “Hey, big guy, you’ll be ________ !” He looked at me and smiled.
He cleared his throat, and began. “Graduation is a time to ________ those who helped you make it through those _______ years. Your parents, your teachers…but mostly your friends. I am here to tell all of you that being a friend to someone is the best ________ you can give him.”
I just looked at my friend with _______ as he told the story of the first day we met. He had planned to ________himself over the weekend and was carrying his books home. “Thankfully, nothing happened. My friend _______ me from doing the unspeakable(不能说出来的).”
Not until that moment did I realize that you should never underestimate(低估) the _______of your actions. With one small act you can ________ a person’s life. For better or for worse.
【1】A.Where B.How C.When D.Why
【2】A.wonderful B.clever C.stupid D.anxious
【3】A.knocking B.catching C.taking D.throwing
【4】A.lost B.sending C.flying D.broken
【5】A.head B.heart C.hands D.thought
【6】A.While B.As C.Because D.Once
【7】A.passed B.went on C.turned out D.came up
【8】A.hardest B.top C.favorite D.luckiest
【9】A.friendship B.pleasure C.themselves D.it
【10】A.graduation B.school C.class D.college
【11】A.nervous B.excited C.proud D.crazy
【12】A.famous B.honored C.praised D.great
【13】A.thank B.remember C.reward D.congratulate
【14】A.happy B.exciting C.old D.difficult
【15】A.chance B.gift C.help D.favor
【16】A.wonder B.disbelief C.anxiety D.pride
【17】A.test B.enjoy C.kill D.hurt
【18】A.protected B.freed C.warned D.saved
【19】A.power B.use C.price D.meaning
【20】A.destroy B.understand C.save D.Change
31、Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.
Samuel Langhorne Clemens (November 30, 1835-April 21, 1910), better known by his pen name Mark Twain, was an American author and humorist. Twain grew up in Hannibal, Missouri, which provided the 【1】 for Huckleberry Finn and Tom Sawyer. After an apprenticeship with a printer, he worked as a typesetter and 【2】 articles to the newspaper of his older brother, Orion Clemens. He later became a riverboat pilot on the Mississippi River before heading west to join Orion in Nevada. He referred humorously to his singular lack of success at mining, turning to journalism for the Virginia City Territorial Enterprise. In 1865, his 【3】 story The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras spent some time as a miner. The short story brought international attention, and was even translated into 【4】 Greek. His wit and satire, in prose and in speech, earned 【5】 from critics and peers, and he was a friend to presidents, artists, industrialists, and European royalty.
Though Twain earned a great deal of money from his writings and lectures, he 【6】 in ventures that lost a great deal of money, notably the Paige Compositor, a mechanical typesetter, which failed because of its 【7】 and imprecision. Following these financial setbacks, he filed for protection from his creditors via bankruptcy, and with the help of Henry Huttleston Rogers 【8】 overcame his financial troubles. Twain chose to pay all his pre-bankruptcy creditors in full, though he had no legal responsibility to do so.
Twain was born 【9】 after a visit by Halley’s Comet, and he predicted that he would go out with it, too. He died the day after the comet returned. He 【10】 himself as the “greatest American humorist of his age”, and William Faulkner called Twain “the father of American literature”.
32、假定你是李华,你的英国网友Bryant居住的城市交通堵塞很严重,为此他很烦恼,来信询问你所在地的交通状况.请你给他回复一封电子邮件,内容包括:1.之前拥堵,现在正在改善;2.措施(发展公共交通,共享自行车等).
注意:1.词数100左右;2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯.
参考词汇:共享自行车shared bike
Dear Bryant,
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Yours,
Li Hua
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