1、Nowadays smart phones have_____. There is a growing need for them and many companies are trying to launch a new generation of it.
A.come about B.gone up C.checked out D.taken off
2、Look! From opposite the street ________,screaming in panic.
A.comes two kids
B.two kids are coming
C.come two kids
D.do two kids come
3、 A person who has slept well will have a clear mind and work efficiently in the daytime
______ people with sleep disorders find it difficult to concentrate during the day.
A. unless B. while
C. if D. until
4、Teachers and students view school anniversaries as occasions to get together and their memory of old times.
A. refresh B. relieve C. release D. resign
5、—Hi, Tom. The new iPad6 only cost me 150 dollars.
—Really? It was a real ______.
A. change B. bargain
C. trade D. business
6、一How did you do on the test?
一Not so well. I ________ much better but I misread the directions for Part One.
A.could do
B.could have done
C.must have done
D.should do
7、However occupied you are with study, try to ______ at least 15 minutes each day to have some exercise.
A. put out B. put through
C. put off D. put aside
8、When I was pushed onto the stage, I felt all the eyes in the hall _________ me.
A.through B.across
C.into D.on
9、The teacher came in the classroom, book in _____ hand. After that, he put the book in ____place.
A. the, / B. the, the C. his, the D. /, /
10、_____ he is enthusiastic and qualified for the job, I see no reason to remove him from office.
A. Provided that B. Even though
C. Unless D. As if
11、 You will be successful in the interview ______ you have confidence.
A. before B. once C. until D. though
12、Sina Weibo banned 1,830 users for 90 days, silenced 100 accounts ______ and deleted 3,770 posts for violating laws.
A.particularly
B.ultimately
C.permanently
D.extensively
13、Improperly moving a person with a neck injury, for example, can ________ permanent spinal injury and paralysis.
A.result from
B.suffer from
C.take on
D.lead to
14、 I don't agree with canceling all large celebrations or events just because of one accident. “Once bitten, twice shy” is not a(n) __________ response. What we need to do is learn the lessons.
A. spiritual B. considerate
C. efficient D. appropriate
15、I have to remind myself that some birds are not meant to be caged. Their feathers are just too bright. And when they fly away, the part of you ________ knows it was an offence to lock them up does feel happy.
A. that B. who C. where
16、Julia has got a pretty _ deal—she was laid off just for being late once!
A. rough B. tough
C. illegal D. mean
17、--The weather is too cold ___ March this year.
-- It was still ___ when I came here years ago.
A. for; colder B. in; cold
C. in; hot D. for; hotter
18、Our papers _________ now, but the results will be announced tomorrow.
A.are graded B.grade C.has graded D.are being graded
19、The boys followed the marks that they ______, until finally they found their way back to the campsite.
A. left B. have left
C. had left D. have been left
20、Unfortunately, some natural signs which might have helped more people survive the earthquake were ________.
A. abandoned B. ignored
C. deserted D. rejected
21、Some people say chili peppers (辣椒) can help you breathe better if you have a cold. Others believe that chilies give you more energy. We cannot tell whether these ideas are true or false. But we can tell you that people have been growing chilies for centuries, and there are many kinds—about two hundred kinds of chili peppers.
Chilies need a warm climate to grow better. If you plant the seeds outside when the weather is cold, place the seeds in a glass. That will add more warmth from the sun so as to make the temperature inside higher than outside.
If you plant inside, fill a pot with soil. The pot should have holes in the bottom so water can run out. Drop several seeds over the surface of the pot and cover them with some soil. Then cover the top of the pot with a piece of plastic. Place the pot in a warm area.
Take off the plastic when the chilies start growing; when the plants have reached about two centimeters high, place each one carefully in its own pot.
When the roots show through the holes in the bottom of pot, put each young plant into a bigger pot which is about twelve centimeters high. When the plants are twenty centimeters high, tie the plants to a stick placed in the pot to support them.
When the chili peppers are thirty centimeters, get rid of the tops. That will make new branches grow. When the first flowers show, give the plants some potash fertilizer (钾肥). When the weather is warm, put them outside. Make sure that they get plenty of light and water.
Some people like to harvest chilies when they are green. Others like to harvest them when they are red. Both give color, taste and different amounts of heat to salads, soups, dishes and other foods.
【1】We can know from the passage that _________.
A.chilies can make us breathe better
B.chilies can give our body more energy
C.chilies has been grown for a long time.
D.a red chili is hotter than a green one
【2】In the cool weather , the glass which the chili seeds are placed in can ___________.
A.increase the temperature inside
B.make the air inside cleaner
C.stop the sun drying up the seeds
D.stop wind blowing away the seeds
【3】What’s the right order to plant chilies inside?
①Getting rid of the tops of the chili plants.
②Covering the top of the pot with plastic
③Dropping chili seeds onto the soil in the pot.
④Giving potash fertilizer to the chili plants.
A.②③①④
B.①④②③
C.①③②④
D.③②①④
【4】What’s the main idea of the passage?
A.The meanings of planting chilies
B.The steps of planting chilies
C.The advantages of planting chilies
D.The varieties of chilies
22、Seven countries, four languages, two seas and one outstanding European adventure—Europe Coast to Coast takes you through the heart of the continent on a journey rich in culture, history and natural beauty.
The Netherlands, Belgium & Paris
Our group will gather in Amsterdam and spend the first night in the ancient city of Haarlem before picking up the well-traveled bike route—Nordzeeroute. This protected, coastal path winds its way along the coast of the North Sea for nearly 300 miles. We’ll make our way through charming Dutch and Belgian towns and cross the border into France. There we’ll ride on country roads and enjoy the delights of rural life along our way. Then we’ll continue south to Chantilly on the outskirts of Paris and spend a day exploring the City of Light.
Rural France, Germany’s Black Forest & the Bodensee
Next, we’ll continue east through the vineyard (葡萄园) in Champagne Region into the valleys of Alsace-Lorraine and then walk to Strasbourg, right on France’s border with Germany. We’ll cross the Rhine River and follow Germany’s outstanding network of bike paths through the charming Black Forest to the shores of Lake Constance, also known as the Bodensee in Germany.
The Alps, Northern Italy & Venice
Leaving the Bodensee, we’ll start our climb into and through the Austrian Alps. Shortly after walking along the Swiss border, we’ll cross into Bella Italia and begin our downhill slope towards the warm waters of the Adriatic Sea. Upon arrival, we’ll put our bikes away and spend our final days of the journey together while exploring Venice, one of the world’s most beautiful and mysterious cities.
【1】What can we learn about Nordzeeroute?
A.It is suitable for driving.
B.It is a fairly straight road.
C.It runs along the North Sea.
D.It is a newly-built coastal path.
【2】How will travelers go to Strasbourg?
A.By bike.
B.By boat.
C.By train.
D.On foot.
【3】Which of the following is the last stop of the whole journey?
A.Venice.
B.The Black Forest.
C.Lake Constance.
D.The Adriatic Sea.
23、I look around and can’t recognize where I am. It seems familiar but distant. I see my friends gathered by a stage where music is playing and I run over. As I begin running towards them, they become further and further away. I keep calling for them, but no one hears me. I start hearing a distant alarm-like sound and I am transported away. I woke up in a daze (茫然) sitting in my bed.
“Oh, it was only a dream,” I said to myself. I have always had vivid and intense dreams. Sometimes, it feels like I haven’t even slept because I have been living out my dreams during my sleep.
Today, dreaming is being studied even more than ever. Some say that dreams are how your receptors (受体) make sense of random thoughts while you sleep. Some say that you can’t dream of a face you have never seen before, so everyone you see in your dreams you have at least laid eyes on at one time or another.
Other people think dreams are ways of expressing stress or internal feelings you may be experiencing. A lot of people say that they have dreams about being chased (追逐).
A common interpretation of the “being chased” dream is that you are feeling threatened. Some dream interpretation sites say you should try to reflect on what or who is chasing you to get a better idea of what is making you feel this way.
Another dream that is often experienced is flying. This dream has a much more positive interpretation, which is that you are feeling free or have broken out of a bad situation such as a relationship turned sour or a job you hate.
Unfortunately, if you even remember your dreams at all, you forget half of your dream within five minutes of waking up and within 10 minutes, you usually forget 90 percent of it.
Dreamologists, people who devote time to the study and interpretation of dreams, suggest if you want to try to remember and study your dreams you should keep a journal beside your bed and jot down what you dreamt as soon as you wake up so you can reflect on it later.
【1】Dreams of “being chased” occur because ________.
A. you are feeling threatened
B. you just quit a job you hate
C. your friends are far away from you when in need
D. your receptors is always thinking while you sleep
【2】Why should we keep a journal beside your bed to reflect on dreams?
A. We need to chase those people who appeared in our dreams.
B. We usually forget 90 percent of dreams within 10 minutes.
C. It can help us get out of the intense dreams.
D. It can help us sleep well without dreams.
【3】Where can we read this article?
A. In a poster. B. In a physics book.
C. In a traveling magazine. D. In a science newspaper.
【4】What is the best title for the passage?
A. Why am I Always Dreaming B. How Is My Dream Created
C. What do My Dreams Mean D. How to Avoid Dreams
24、I’m pretty sure everyone wants to visit Europe at least once in their lifetime. Here’s a list of the most amazing places to visit in Europe.
Riviera
Wow, this is such a beautiful place in Italy. The Cinque Terre is a gorgeous national park, which connects five beautiful villages. Walking paths connect the villages, follow the coastline and offer hikes through hills. The villages remain unaffected by tourism.
Tuscany
Another Italian region, Tuscany is simply appealing. The buildings there are amazing, and the culture is special. From the historical center of Florence to the Cathedral of Pisa, it’s an once-in-a-lifetime experience. Make sure you check out the nature reserves, and enjoy a few bottles of the very famous wine.
Lauterbrunnen
Since a school trip here, I’ve always wanted to revisit this city in Switzerland. The city always seems as if it’s trapped in time. There are untouched fountains and springs everywhere, and a huge number of waterfalls and valleys. The area is very popular for skiing.
The Greek Islands
There are plenty of places to visit in Greece. But I love the Greek Islands best. White houses and beautiful churches beaches and the Aegean Sea make this a shocking and very popular place to visit. However, there is more to do here than just sunbathe. I can’t wait to go back and check out the caves and culture that make the Greek Islands one of the best places in Europe.
Venice
I am a big Italy lover, and Venice is another city that is not to be missed. It has its own share of history, art and gorgeous buildings. However, the attraction comes from the pedestrian(行人)-only streets and rivers filled with boats.
【1】What do we know about Riviera?
A.It is far from the coastline.
B.It offers paths for people to hike.
C.It’s a famous place of interest.
D.It’s the most popular traveling place in Italy.
【2】What does the underlined word “appealing” in Paragraph 3 mean?
A.New.
B.Modern.
C.Historical.
D.Attractive.
【3】According to the passage, people who are interested in waterfalls and valleys would most probably go to ______.
A.Riviera
B.Tuscany
C.Lauterbrunnen
D.the Greek Islands
【4】From Paragraph 5 we learn that the Greek Islands ______.
A.is the best place in Europe
B.is a good place for sunbathing
C.isn’t worth exploring
D.has many waterfalls and valleys
【5】What will you probably see when you are visiting Venice?
A.Royal Palace.
B.The Aegean Sea.
C.Streets without cars.
D.Traffic Jams.
25、Last week, I wrote about how I had no idea how important the social aspect of my life was until the pandemic (疫情) hit. That made me _________ just how much I valued my face-to-face conversations and wandering with my friends. It also hurt that our annual _________ to Europe and other countries was gone. We’ve _________ so many wonderful people and made so many new friends on those trips as well.
Most of us take too much for granted and aren’t as _________ as we should be for what we have. But when one of those great things in our lives is suddenly _________, we certainly notice how much we appreciate those things when they are gone.
Something I took for granted was my _________ long walk. I have given myself a minimum _________ of 20,000 steps a day. I use a super great _________ my wife gave me, a Fitbit, which counts each step I take and gives me weekly _________. That little device has helped me stay fit, even now as the __________ age of 80 approaches.
Last week, I had a fall and hit my right knee so hard that I could __________ walk for many days. That is when it __________ me that I’ve taken the ability to walk without pain totally for granted. I think all of us should take time to __________ all the great things in our lives that we are just taking for granted. I __________ now, that all of us consider making a list of that kind so we have time to enjoy and appreciate what we have while we have it. Doing so has the potential to make us more __________ as we begin to truly recognize all the great things we have in our lives.
【1】
A.guarantee
B.respect
C.believe
D.realize
【2】
A.devotion
B.assistance
C.trip
D.delivery
【3】
A.met
B.gathered
C.dismissed
D.accepted
【4】
A.grateful
B.regretful
C.hopeful
D.careful
【5】
A.brought up
B.set up
C.taken away
D.taken in
【6】
A.weekly
B.daily
C.monthly
D.yearly
【7】
A.goal
B.signal
C.type
D.sum
【8】
A.case
B.section
C.edition
D.gift
【9】
A.strategies
B.sites
C.systems
D.totals
【10】
A.ripe
B.abrupt
C.merry
D.passive
【11】
A.actually
B.gradually
C.hardly
D.fluently
【12】
A.disappointed
B.hit
C.beat
D.stressed
【13】
A.consider
B.argue
C.connect
D.balance
【14】
A.command
B.request
C.insist
D.suggest
【15】
A.fortunate
B.content
C.ordinary
D.particular
26、阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。续写的词数应为150左右。
A young man was getting ready to graduate from college. For many months he had admired a beautiful sports car in a dealer's showroom, and knowing his father could well afford it, he told him that was all he wanted.
As Graduation Day approached, the young man awaited signs that his father had purchased the car. Finally, on the morning of his graduation, his father called him into his private study. His father told him how proud he was to have such a fine son, and told him how much he loved him. He handed his son a beautiful wrapped gift box. Curious, but somewhat disappointed, the young man opened the box and found a lovely, leather-bound Bible, with the young man's name in gold. Angrily, he raised his voice to his father and said, "With all your money you give me a Bible?" He then stormed out of the house, leaving the Bible.
Many years passed and the young man was very successful in business. He had a beautiful home and a wonderful family, but realizing his father was very old, he thought perhaps he should go to see him. He had not seen him since that graduation day. Before he could make the arrangements, he received a telegram telling him his father had passed away, and willed all of his possessions to his son. He needed to come home immediately and take care of things.
Paragraph1:
When he arrived at his father's house,
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Paragraph2:
How many times do we miss blessings because they are not packaged as we expected?
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