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1、The child is ________ young ________ go to school.
A．too…to
B．to…to
C．so… that
D．as… to
2、Charles entered New York University in 2009 and one year later ________to University of London as an exchange student.
A.sent B.had sent C.was sent D.had been sent
3、Mr. and Mrs. James feel more comfortable on a ship than they would do if they _________ any other way．
A．travel B．are travelling
C．have travelled D．travelled
4、After countless interviews and presentations, I managed to ________ among the candidates and survive the test alone.
A．figure out
B．put out
C．stand out
D．rule out
5、—You’re late again.
—Sorry. I ________ to set my alarm clock.
A. forget B. will forget
C. forgot D. would forget
6、I _____ to my cousin’s birthday party last night, but I was not available.
A. went B. had gone
C. would have gone D. would go
7、I like to get up early so that I can get plenty of work before lunch．
A．to do
B．done
C．doing
D．being done
8、–Your car requires _____, Jeff．
–Sure．You know it is also what I want to have _____ for long．
A． being repaired；to be repaired
B． repairing；it repaired
C． repairing；repaired
D． to be repaired；it repaired
9、A bank is a place __________ they lend you an umbrella in fair weather and ask for it back when
it begins to rain.
A.when B.where C.that D.there
10、It’s the present situation in poor areas that ____ much higher spending on education and training.
A. calls for B. answers for
C. provides for D. plans for
11、 --- Sorry, do you mind if I smoke here?
--- Yes, ______.
A. you could B. go ahead
C. I do D. my pleasure
12、With such heavy traffic in big cities, drivers have to be specially cautious over their driving circumstances so as not to _______ each other’s cars.
A. shrink B. deposit C. snatch D. scratch
13、The 2014 FIFA World Cup will be held in Brazil on June 13th, 2014, and 32 football teams so far.
A.will choose B.have chosen
C.have been chosen D.will be chosen
14、--- What ‘s this? I hear about your appearing on the six o’clock news.
--- Oh that. Some people _______ something on campus and I just happened to pass in front of the camera.
A. filmed B. had filmed
C. were filming D. have been filming
15、Children, in my opinion, ________ creative ability is unthinkably rich, ________ is seldom taken notice of by us, should be trained in that area.
A．which; that
B．whose; which
C．which; which
D．whose; that
16、—Excuse me, Miss Jones．Do you know where the sales report is?
—Isn’t it on your desk? I ______ it back in the file after I read it．
A． put B． have put
C． had put D． will put
17、—Why do you look so upset, Linda?
—There are so many troublesome problems____．
A．remaining settled
B．remaining to be settled
C．remained to settle
D．remained to be settled
18、Doctors have been researching ________ effect stand-up comedy has on us and have discovered the truth ________ people who laugh a lot live longer.
A. which; that B. what; that C. what; why D. which; why
19、The writer has won the hearts of millions of children with the rich stories _____from her childhood memories.
A． drawing B． to draw
C． draw D． drawn
20、I would appreciate ____ if you could come and help me with my work.
A. that B. it C. this D. one
21、 Tired of seeing so much garbage along the bank of River Schie in Rotterdam Dutch artist Tommy Kleyn decided to step up and do something about it. He alone organized a cleanup of the entire bank without leaving any garbage, proving that anyone can indeed make a difference if they want to.
Kleyn would cycle past a part of the Rotterdam riverway and see so much garbage along the bank. The situation troubled him, so he decided to spend 30 minutes every day cleaning the place up, filling one garbage bag a time. And when he posted pictures of his work on Facebook, a few of his friends volunteered to join as well. In five weeks, they had a 100 meter riverbank clean and completely rubbish-free.
Kleyn's action has received great support online, and he has managed to turn it into a small movement. He has set up a Facebook page through which he challenges people to spend 30 minutes a year to fill a garbage bag with rubbish. “It feels great and you'll make a big difference," he wrote. “People are free to share their 'before' and 'after' pictures on the page. The challenge has attracted people in countries・ The people came from as far as China to respond with their own photos and stories!"
“I want to show how easy it is to remove rubbish," he added. “Hopefully there will come a time when makers are thoughtful and their goods are no longer wrapped in layers of plastic."
Local officials praised Kleyn's work on the riverbank and helped him raise money for future projects as well. “People can sign up to help me one day a year. For this, they received a coupon, like going to a local restaurant at the lowest price. You can imagine what I've man- aged to do in 22 days, and what 22 men could do in a day. he said.
【1】What happened after Kleyn posted pictures of his work on Facebook?
A.Some of his friends were forced to join him.
B.The whole riverbank was completely rubbish-free.
C.His Pictures received little attention from foreigners.
D.His work on the bank of River Schie started to pay off.
【2】What do we know about Kleyn's action?
A.It has influenced many people.
B.It is opposed by local officials.
C.It is difficult for Chinese to accept.
D.It has made people stop using layers of plastic.
【3】What does the underlined word "coupon” in the last paragraph refer to?
A.A job lasting 22 days.
B.A kind of plastic garbage.
C.A piece of printed discount paper.
D.A fund for supporting future projects.
【4】What is the main idea of the text?
A.River pollution in Dutch has been solved by Tommy Kleyn.
B.A Dutch eco-hero proves that one man can make a difference・
C.Environmental protection needs support from the government・
D.Facebook plays an important role in environmental protection.
22、The climate disaster is here, and scientists have recently delivered their “final warning”. Understanding the root causes and chain effects of these complex issues can be difficult, but help is at hand.
In this comprehensive series of online classes, you will learn from leading scientists, economists, environmental activists, and award-winning journalists, who will convey what is really happening to our planet and what we must do to protect it.
Through a series of live classes, you will deepen your understanding of the climate crisis and have the opportunity to connect with others from around the world.
Course overview
Week | Main Focus |
Week one | The impact of humans on the natural environment, how mainstream economics has led to climate breakdown and what can be done to change this. |
Week two | The latest scientific research and political strategies, both important to solving the climate crisis. |
Week three | A live class with environmental journalists, to discuss their reporting and answer your questions. Lastly, leading environmentalists will help you to reflect back on the course and look ahead. |
Course Details
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 24– Thursday, Dec.9 2023
This event will be hosted on a live streaming platform Zoom. You will be sent a link to the online class 24 hours before the start time. Please get in touch with us through the email masterclasses@theguardian.com if you do not receive the access link.
Refund (退款) Policy
Once a purchase is complete, we will not be able to refund you if you do not attend or if you cancel your event booking. Please see our rules and conditions for more information on our refund policy.
【1】What do these classes have in common?
A．Hands-on experiences.
B．Flexible refund policy.
C．Tutors from diverse fields.
D．Timely feedback from tutors.
【2】What is involved in the third week of the course?
A．The latest political strategies.
B．The role of mainstream economics.
C．Human’s impact on the environment.
D．Interaction with different experts.
【3】What should you do if you don’t receive the link as scheduled?
A．Reach out to a leading scientist for help.
B．Seek support from fellow participants.
C．Contact the course provider via email.
D．Check the course website for updates.
23、For as long as I can remember, seniors have attracted too little attention from society as a whole. For example, people may shrink physically as they get older and have a higher incidence of falls, but how many people have thought about buying a more comfortable and stable chair for their elderly parents?
We spend generously on our children, such as hiring a nanny to take care of them. When we look for a nanny for our baby, we believe that someone who charges 8,000 yuan must be better than a person who charges 5,000 yuan because they have a better grasp of how to interact with babies. But when we look for someone to take care of our elderly parents, we usually keep our budget as low as possible. We just want to ensure that caregivers will prepare three meals a day for our seniors, but we don’t take their psychological needs into consideration.
The differences in attitudes are obvious. However, we are not yet old, so perhaps it’s hard for us to understand the bitterness of the elderly: regression (衰退) in health, a handful of pills every day, not being able to catch up with developments in the digital age, and the disappearance of the old streets and favorite restaurants from the good old days. Those are the kinds of lives they live and we may even live through something similar in the decades to come.
If we think about how we want to be treated when we grow old, we should start the changes today. Because the elderly were once the backbone of society and made huge contribution they should enjoy the fruits of the county’s development as well.
【1】What situation might old people face according to the text?
A. A high and stable income.
B. Physical inconvenience.
C. Much concern from the public.
D. Lack of favorite food and fruits.
【2】Which of the following can replace the underlined word “nanny”in paragraph 2?
A. tutor
B. coach
C. storyteller
D. babysitter
【3】Why is it difficult for us to understand the bitterness of old people?
A. Because we fail to catch up with their development.
B. Because we are sharing a similar lifestyle with them.
C. Because we are too young to experience their condition.
D. Because we have spent much money looking after them.
【4】What does the writer think of the elderly?
A. They can make greater contribution.
B. They deserve the attention from society.
C. They should start to change themselves.
D. They need a handful of pills every day.
24、 HOW TO GET THERE
BA and Royal Jordanian airlines fly direct between London Heathrow and Jordan’s capital city Amman (from £435; rj. com). Flight time is five hours.
HOW TO GET AROUND
Jordan is a joyfully easy country to travel around, in part due to its small size. You could drive from top to bottom in little over five hours if you wanted to. The national bus company has services between the main towns, and limited options to Petra and the Dead Sea. For full flexibility, you're better off hiring a car—roads are in good condition, and other drivers tend to be less manic (not stand up to free use of the car horn) compared to other countries in the Middle East. The traffic in Amman makes it frustrating, and nerve-wracking, to navigate, so pick up and drop off your car at the airport, a little outside of the city. The usual suspects have offices there (week’s hire from £235; hertz. jo).
HOW LONG TO SPEND
Given the short travel times between major sites, you could feasibly whip around Jordan in little under a week, spending a night in each location. However, it’s important to factor in the weather: your pace will slow in high temperatures, and you’ll find many Jordanians sensibly spending the hottest part of the day indoors, indulging in a long lunch. You’ll also want to devote a proper amount of time to each location: two or three nights in each of Petra and Wadi Rum will allow you to get to a few less explored corners, while two nights in Amman and one each at the Dead Sea and hot springs is about right. If you add in a side trip for some diving in the Red Sea, two weeks is plenty.
WHAT TO BUDGET
Staying in budget guesthouses, eating only from markets and street stalls, and using public transport, you could survive in Jordan on around £40 per day. Factor in a midrange hotel, car hire, guided tours and meals in local restaurants, and the figure could rise to £100-plus a day. The national currency is the dinar（第纳尔）, and is available from ATMs at all the main sites.
WHEN TO GO
High season is September to October and March to May, when the weather is warm but bearable. Note that price hikes are common in this period, and hotels get booked far in advance. One of the most pleasant times to visit is winter, from November to February, though be aware the desert gets very cold at night during this period. If you can take the extreme temperatures of summer, it can be an excellent time to travel, with fewer tourists around.
HOW TO PLAN
See Lonely Planet’s Jordan and the Jordan tourist board’s official site, visitjordan.com, which has a wealth of information on general travel in the region and specific sites.
【1】Which of the following statements is True about travelling in Jordan according to the passage?
A.Drivers in Jordan use car horn more freely than those in other countries.
B.It's better to drive your own car since the traffic in Amman is frustrating.
C.Weather should be taken into consideration when you arrange holiday.
D.Diving in Red Sea is a must if you plan to travel in Jordan for one week.
【2】Which factor is NOT related with the budget according to the passage?
A.To choose what kind hotels.
B.To eat what kind of food.
C.Whether to use cash or not.
D.When to travel in Jordan.
【3】The word “hikes” in paragraph 5 can be best replaced by the word “ ”.
A.declines B.rises C.varies D.collapses
25、I was deeply moved by the kindness of an elderly flower seller at Sydney’s Central Station one evening. I was feeling as cold as the chill winds ______the steps of the workers who buried hands deep into coat pockets. In many ways, 2020 had proven a ______year. My teenage daughter had left home for university, my job of 23 years was no more, and a creative project I’d given my all to for years had also been ______ called off. I also found out a person who I’d thought was a friend was ______it.
A year earlier, I’d dreamt about an earthquake. In the dream, a red light flashed inside a building and then the earth began to ______. Walls collapsed and pieces of brick rained down on me as I ran into the open, feeling ______for the people I hadn’t loved enough. ______I was buried completely by the falling world, I stretched out my hands and ______, “Abuelo, ayudame,” in my native Spanish. “Grandfather, help me!”
Now, with the very real aftershocks of a number of ______endings, I walked into a little flower shop to buy a gift for a friend. The gentleman at the checkout looked at me and ______for a moment, returning with a fragrant flower. “For you. You need to smile today,” he said in a rich and beautiful accent, ______me the flower with eyes full of care. It took all my strength not to ______tears. Then he ______me in a grandfatherly hug that made me want to tell him everything. ______, I just thanked him and headed for the train. How did he know? I wondered. For the first time in weeks, I felt ______.
【1】
A．following
B．taking
C．slowing
D．quickening
【2】
A．smooth
B．splendid
C．tough
D．fruitful
【3】
A．frequently
B．gradually
C．severely
D．suddenly
【4】
A．far from
B．free from
C．more than
D．other than
【5】
A．turn
B．swing
C．rock
D．roll
【6】
A．ashamed
B．puzzled
C．anxious
D．sorrowful
【7】
A．Before
B．When
C．After
D．Until
【8】
A．yelled
B．complained
C．whispered
D．declared
【9】
A．extreme
B．unexpected
C．alternative
D．specific
【10】
A．looked out
B．thought over
C．turned away
D．broke down
【11】
A．showing
B．offering
C．sending
D．delivering
【12】
A．leak out
B．burst into
C．hold back
D．wipe away
【13】
A．grasped
B．surrounded
C．wrapped
D．protected
【14】
A．However
B．Meanwhile
C．Moreover
D．Thus
【15】
A．envy
B．hope
C．guilt
D．pity
26、假定你是李华，你校美国交换生 John 喜欢中国传统文化，你决定邀请他一起参加学校将举办的唐 诗吟诵晚会．请给他写封邮件，内容包括：
1． 时间、地点；
2． 晚会目的；
3． 你的希望． 参考词汇：recitation n． 吟诵
注意：1．词数 100 词左右；
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，不计入总词数．
Hi John，
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Best wishes，
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