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1、Betty is good ________ kids. She wants to be a teacher in the future.
A.for B.to C.with D.at
2、—My sister is a typist at a foreign company.
—I know this sort of job ______skill and speed.
A．sets aside
B．calls for
C．pays off
D．shows up
3、Shelly ________ shy as a child, but now she is very outgoing.
A. is B. was C. has been D. had been
4、'Goodbye Mr. Loser' became a dark horse during the past National Day holiday film season, _________ 1300 million yuan in box office since its release, though not _________ （超越）Xu Zheng's 'Lost in Hong Kong'.
A. earning; surpassing B. earning; surpassed
C. has earned; surpassing D. earned; surpassed
5、His words ________, students found it hard to figure out what he was conveying.
A．urgent
B．humorous
C．obscure
D．serious
6、 I bought three books, but none of _______ is interesting.
A. which B. that C. what D. them
7、---So you gave Mary your dictionary?
---_______．She said she’d return it to me when she could afford her own.
A． You bet B． My pleasure
C． No doubt D． Not exactly
8、She is one of the girls in our class who ______ for the coming sports meeting now.
A．is being trained
B．are trained
C．is training
D．are being trained
9、（2014·湖南）Children, when_________ by their parents, are allowed to enter the stadium.
A．to be accompanied
B．to accompany
C．accompanying
D．accompanied
10、 Despite its little nutrition, the instant noodle is delicious and a hunger killer, so it__________since its birth.
A. is developed B. develops
C. had developed D. has been developing
11、It’s terrible to ________ news when the family’s letters don’t arrive!
A. pay for B. hunger for
C. stand for D. thank for
12、---Oh, Tom, what did you do this summer vacation?
---Guess what? I had ______great fun in _______show performance “ Voice of China” .
A. a; the B. the; the
C. /; a D. /; the
13、 George always does his best in school, and that’s ______ I like about him.
A. where B. why C. how D. what
14、Let’s make joint efforts to protect the environment and live ________ nature.
A．in contrast to
B．in memory of
C．in harmony with
D．in control of
15、— How do you find the TV series Red Sorghum adapted from Mo Yan’s novel?
—________. I can’t think too highly of it.
A. It’s terrible B. It’s up to you
C. It makes no sense D. It’s really wonderful
16、Take a taxi, you'll miss your train.
A.and B.if C.otherwise D.but
17、--- Alice is moving to her new apartment next Saturday． --- I would be glad to help her，________ need some help．
A．if she might B．if she will
C．if she D．should she
18、The story was so moving that I could hardly ______ my tears.
A．hold up
B．hold on
C．hold on to
D．hold back
19、At the end of the meeting, it was announced that an agreement _______.
A. has been reached B. had been reached
C. has reached D. had reached
20、We’re trying to ______ a few hundred dollars every month for our vacation.
A. put off B. put aside
C. put out D. put down
21、
Official Ticketing Service | |
Welcome to the official Louvre online sales site The Musée du Louvre is reopening and we are glad to be able to welcome you back again. In line with the measures taken to prevent the spread of COVID-19, visitors will be required to wear a mask. According to government recommendations, all visitors to the Louvre aged 12 years and two months or older must show a Health Pass. All visitors, including those entitled to free admission, must book a time period. Please accept our apologies for the inconvenience. | |
| Individual tickets for the Museum Admission and reservation of a time period to access the permanent collections. Tickets valid for the selected date only. Full list of visitors entitled to free admission at Louvre.fr. General admission: €18 |
The Musée du Louvre is open every day — except Tuesdays, January 1, May 1 and December 25— from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. Visitors will be asked to leave the exhibition rooms 30 minutes before closure. All tickets purchased online are time-stamped and nominative (记名的); you may therefore be asked to provide proof of identity. They are only valid for the service, date and time selected. They cannot be used to skip the queue but do guarantee access to the museum within half an hour of the time shown on the ticket. Any holder of an online ticket who does not arrive within the assigned time period for admission to the museum shall be subject to the same admission and waiting conditions as visitors without tickets. | |
Visitors entitled to free admission (other than Louvre members) —Under 18s, proof of ID required —16-25 year-old residents of the European Economic Area (European Union, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein), proof of ID and residency required Professionals —Teachers working in France, valid “Pass Education” required —Teachers of art, art history or the applied arts, valid proof of employment stating subject taught required —Artists with the Maison des Artistes or International Association of Art, valid proof required Other —Jobseekers, valid proof and ID required (dated within the last year or indicating a period of validity) —Disabled visitors and the person accompanying them | |
【1】This passage mainly aims at ________ .
A．introducing the exhibits at the Louvre
B．providing ticketing information of the Louvre
C．listing restrictions on admission to the Louvre
D．clarifying the history of the Louvre
【2】If a family in Norway, including the wife, an art teacher, the husband, an IT engineer, and a 10-year-old son, want to visit the Louvre this weekend, they should pay at least ________ in all.
A．€18
B．€36
C．€45
D．€54
【3】What can be learned about the Louvre from the passage?
A．It is open every day except on Tuesdays.
B．Its online tickets guarantee access to it at any time.
C．Proof of ID is required for anyone buying its tickets online.
D．Ticket holders may be refused to enter it if arriving an hour late.
22、 José Salvador Alvarenga is a Salvadoran fisherman who spent 13 months at sea. He is the first person in recorded history to have survived in a small boat at sea for more than a year.
On November 17, 2012, Alvarenga set off on a professional fishing trip with a young fisherman named Ezequiel Cordoba, with whom he had never worked. Stepping aboard the ship from a fishing village on the Pacific coast of Mexico’s southern Chiapas state, they planned to be out about 30 hours hunting shark, tuna and mahimahi. A few hours into their voyage, a storm struck that lasted five days and blew them off course. Alvarenga called his boss on the ship’s radio for help, but it — and much of the rest of the boat’s electronics — had been disabled by the storm. The boat’s motor was also damaged.
A search party was sent, but after two days with no success, their boss gave up and assumed they had drowned. All on their tod and without food or supplies, the two fishermen survived by eating raw fish, turtles and jellyfish. They drank rainwater and turtle blood. As weeks turned to months, Cordoba became severely unwell from eating months of raw food and died.
Alvarenga then spent another nine months alone at sea, until he eventually spotted a small island. Abandoning his boat and swimming to shore, he almost immediately met a local couple who called police. He had reached the Marshall Islands. His journey lasted 438 days and his voyage is estimated to have covered between 5,500 to 6,700 miles.
【1】What happened to Alvarenga and Cordoba soon after they started the trip?
A．Some sharks attacked the boat.
B．They got lost at sea because of a storm.
C．They fell into the sea after a huge wave.
D．Their boat was damaged hitting an iceberg.
【2】What does the underlined phrase “all on their tod” in paragraph 3 mean?
A．With no success.
B．On their own.
C．Day by day.
D．With bad luck.
【3】What can we infer from the last paragraph?
A．Alvarenga spent nine months on the island.
B．A local couple spotted his boat and called police.
C．It was the small island that finally saved Alvarenga.
D．The Marshall Islands covered between 5,500 to 6,700 miles.
【4】What is the text mainly about？
A．An excellent fisherman.
B．A shocking survival story.
C．A small island rich in wildlife.
D．An adventurous beach holiday.
23、 Have you ever heard a rumor spread around by students at your school? Rumors, like fake news, can often misinform individuals and lead them to believe false information.
In an attempt to settle this problem, the country of Singapore has passed a bill that bans companies and individuals from publishing false information online.
This law, known as The Protection From Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Bill, has caused a public outcry (强烈的抗议), as the government has been given the power to remove content that it considers inaccurate or against the public’s interest.
Since Singapore’s citizens are part of different racial and religious groups, the government fears that rumors or fake news can increase tensions within an already small country.
With the new law coming into effect, Singapore’s government now has the authority to monitor news sites, social media platforms, and other databases of information to determine whether the content is falsified. The government can order for the removal of fake news, and publishers of this information can receive prison time and fines up to one million Singapore dollars!
Critics fear that the bill threatens their freedom of speech and freedom of expression. Since national issues and world news are generally discussed on online platforms, many are concerned that this new bill will prevent individuals from talking freely and having healthy conversations.
Several companies, including Google, Facebook, and Twitter, have offices situated in Singapore, meaning that the new law will affect their company operations. Social media companies in Singapore could face a decline in activity, as users may fear posting their opinions and being punished by the government.
Others are concerned that the law does not clearly state what a “false statement” is. Such an ambiguity might allow the government to misuse their power, even though the intention is to curtail the mow of false information and rumors throughout Singapore.
This law does give rise to several concerns related to freedom and privacy and it will be interesting to see what Singapore’s government will do to deal with this problem.
【1】Why are some people against the bill?
A.They think the bill can’t get rid of fake news.
B.They belong to different racial and religious groups.
C.They think their freedom of speech may be harmed.
D.They don’t want to increase tensions in their country.
【2】What does the government have the right to do under the new law?
A.Punish publishers of fake news.
B.Monitor telephone conversations.
C.Prohibit certain people from going online.
D.Fine fake-news makers any amount of money.
【3】How will the new law affect social media companies in Singapore?
A.Their users’ privacy may be disturbed.
B.Their income will increase very slowly.
C.Their illegal activities will come to light.
D.Their social media may become less active.
【4】What does the underlined word in paragraph 8 probably mean?
A.prove B.accelerate
C.promote D.decrease
24、The other morning on the subway I sat next to an attractive young blonde woman who was reading something on her iPad. She was very well-dressed, carrying a Prada bag with tastefully applied make-up indeed, she had an unmistakable air of wealth, material success and even authority. I suspected she worked as a highly-paid Wall Street lawyer or stockbroker or something of that sort. So, I was curious to see what she was so focused on. The Wall Street Journal perhaps? The Economist?
Quite the contrary; rather, she was concentrating on a romance novel. Then I realized that I have known many women who love romance novels—smart, attractive, successful, “liberated,” modem females who nonetheless find some kind of deep satisfaction and thrill from those hyper-romantic, artificial and extremely unrealistic tales of handsome, manly heroes falling in love with virginal women, enduring a series of adventures, then no doubt having a happy ending.
These romance stories are to literature what hot dogs are to fine food. Yet, the genre(体裁) remains enormously popular. Consider some of these surprising statistics from the good folks at the Romance Writers of America (RWA):
*More than 9,000 romance titles were released last year, with sales of about $1.44 billion (more than triple the revenues generated by classic literary fiction).
*More than 90 percent of the market are women (okay, that’s not at all surprising).
* Readers are typically women between the ages 30 and 54 who are themselves involved in a romantic relationship (betraying the stereotype that only lonely women long for these tales of love and adventure).
*Almost 40 percent of romance book consumers have an annual income of between $50,000 and $99,900 (placing them firmly in the middle class).
I had thought that romance novels accounted for a very small share of the literary market, so I was quite surprised that this part has such enormous popularity. But I must wonder why so many women—forty years after the women’s liberation movement continue to indulge in the fanciful tales?
I’m not sure if it represents a kind of “rejection” of the women’s liberation movement, but clearly something is missing in the lives of contemporary ladies. A romance author named Donna Hatch who focuses on the Regency period (early 19th century Britain) explained the appeal of such books this way: “Regency men were civilized and treated women with courtesy. When a lady entered the room, gentlemen stood, doffed their hats, offered an arm, bowed, and a hundred other little things I wish men still did today. But they were also very athletic; they hunted, raced, boxed, rode horses. They were manly. Strong. Noble. Honorable. And that is why I love them!”
Mrs. Hatch may have expressed the secret desires and attitudes of untold millions of her peers---that is, in the early 21st century, have women grown tired of the burdens and expectations that the “freedoms” they have gained give them? Is this a rejection of modem feminism? Do women long for days of old when men were masculine gentlemen and women were feminine and protected as precious treasures and regarded as possessions?
Perhaps most women (even the ones who get lost in romance novels) do not want to go all the way back but it is obvious, .
【1】What is the function of the opening paragraph?
A. To summarize the whole passage.
B. To prove the author’s argument.
C. To lead in the main topic of the passage.
D. To raise problems that will be solved later.
【2】What does the underlined sentence in the third paragraph imply?
A. Romance novels are satisfying and thrilling.
B. Romance novels are not of much “nutrition”.
C. Romance novels are as popular as hot dogs.
D. Romance novels are an essential part of contemporary life.
【3】In the author’s opinion, what is missing in the lives of contemporary women?
A. Authority. B. Dignity. C. Liberty. D. Care.
【4】Which sentence can be put in the blank in the last paragraph?
A. they prefer tales of innocent romance to classics
B. they are unhappy with how the world has turned out
C. true love described in romance novels does exist in reality
D. romance novels provide them with an access to society
25、It was 1960. I was twenty. It was suggested that it was time I learned to drive. Driving skills were not considered_________then as they are now-people, especially young people, didn't automatically have cars._________, knowing how to drive could be useful. My father said he would_________me.
Easier said than done. After I had_________the gas pedal for the brake and almost crashed his car into a stone wall, this driving learning plan was quietly_________. No tears shed by me.
My next_________was in 1964. This time, the heroic would-be driving teacher was a very nice boyfriend. After three times-_________by me with delight and excitement, endured(忍受）by the nice boyfriend with heavy sweat and clenched teeth-he_________. Again, no_________shed. I didn't have enough money to__________a car, so why worry?
Jump thirteen years, to 1977.I had a life__________-Graeme-and a baby. We were living on a farm with some animals and birds. The animals__________Finn the Dog, a friendly Irish wolfhound. One day, Finn the Dog tried to jump a wire fence and got its back legs__________in the wire. Graeme went out with the wire clippers (剪子） to cut it loose, and Finn, in a__________, grabbed hold of the__________support item, which was Graeme's head. It did this with its teeth, as dogs have no hands. Graeme finished wire-clipping,__________Finn, and then drove himself to the hospital-twenty miles away-with blood pouring down.
“That's it,” I said. “I'm learning to drive.” This time, I hired a/an__________with nerves of steel. When I was__________those nerves, he chewed gum(口香糖）very fast. When I was doing well, the gum-chewing__________Finally, I got my license. I was pleased with myself.
For years, I had an accident-free record. And these days, I'm aiming my learning in other__________, such as driving a motorboat and chainsawing.
【1】
A．eager
B．simple
C．essential
D．usual
【2】
A．Besides
B．Therefore
C．Instead
D．Still
【3】
A．help
B．teach
C．assist
D．guide
【4】
A．replaced
B．mistaken
C．used
D．blamed
【5】
A．dropped
B．finished
C．done
D．banned
【6】
A．plan
B．crash
C．attempt
D．mistake
【7】
A．suffered
B．insisted
C．encouraged
D．enjoyed
【8】
A．carried on
B．gave out
C．carried out
D．gave up
【9】
A．tears
B．frowns
C．smiles
D．sweats
【10】
A．drive
B．own
C．start
D．provide
【11】
A．friend
B．partner
C．lesson
D．experience
【12】
A．attacked
B．bit
C．included
D．fed
【13】
A．caught
B．connected
C．fixed
D．broken
【14】
A．hurry
B．flash
C．rush
D．panic
【15】
A．greatest
B．strongest
C．nearest
D．easiest
【16】
A．recreated
B．reached
C．replaced
D．released
【17】
A．professional
B．professor
C．driver
D．assistant
【18】
A．examining
B．testing
C．checking
D．settling
【19】
A．slowed
B．fastened
C．quickened
D．began
【20】
A．attitudes
B．ways
C．directions
D．developments
26、阅读下面短文，根据其内容写一篇60词左右的内容概要。
Parents always want the best for their children and giving them; the best education is always on top of the list. But if you think education is all they need, maybe you should think twice. Sure, you learn a lot of things in school, but there are important lessons and skills you will need in life that one can only learn at home. Therefore, teaching the children to do household chores is very helpful in their growth. Most families nowadays hire housemaids to do the chores, so children don’t get to experience doing it anymore. But studies argue that it’s still necessary to let children do them.
Helping at home can be a training place for your children to whatever responsibilities they may have in the future. By doing so, they can learn what might be of their advantage when they grow up. “Performing chores offers kids a feeling of self-sufficiency, helps them develop a work ethic, is tied to academic success in school, makes them feel useful and teaches them the importance of helping others and contributing to the greater good.”
Although, most parents can also argue that it is not easy to force their children to do chores. It is a nature for the children to refuse to do chores when they are told to. But there are ways that can turn household chores into a more likely activity for the children. First, start them young. This doesn’t mean that you let your children do huge tasks at an early age. You can gradually increase the level of tasks as they grow old but never ever push them too hard. Second, appreciate every little achievement. Praise them or give them something. Children love rewards and it drives them to do better.
Most importantly, let them know that asking them to help-out is not a punishment. Chores should never be used as a punishment. They might get done in the short term, but the effects won’t last. This approach does not give the child the feeling of doing something because it is the right thing to do. It only makes them hate chores and hoping out even more. Chores should be used as a sense of purpose. Explain to them that it is for their benefit and everything they learn from it is for their advantage.
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