1、—Do you have anything to say for yourselves?
—Yes,there is one point ________we must insist on.
A.why
B.where
C.how
D.不填
2、The album _______ twelve songs in all, five classic songs _______.
A. contains; including
B. contains; included
C. includes; containing
D. includes; contained
3、As a senior high school student, I think you should concentrate your attention ________ your skills of learning.
A.in
B.on
C.at
D.about
4、______ we first heard of the man referred to as a computer specialist in software.
A. It was from Paul that B. That it was from Paul
C. That was from Paul D. It was Paul that
5、The key to ______ peace is regular and honest communication through ______ you can learn when to ______ and when to ask your parents to relax their control.
A.keep; which; back down B.keep; that; cheer up
C.keeping; which; back down D.keeping; that; cheer up
6、It takes me half an hour________ to work every day.
A.to walk
B.walking
C.walked
D.walk
7、 he is back, the prime minister has another chance to put his new ideas into practice.
A. Now that B. As if
C. Even if D. If only
8、—Do you ________ play computer games after school?
—No. I always have a lot of homework to do.
A.incorrectly
B.completely
C.frequently
D.similarly
9、Because of the progress he ______ in his performance, he was soon promoted to project manager.
A.had made B.had been made C.makes D.has been making
10、It is the test system, rather than the teachers,_______ is to blame for the students' heavy burden nowadays.
A.who
B.this
C.that
D.whom
11、His ____ of life has changed a lot since the experience he had in Africa three years ago.
A. sight B. attitude C. view D. altitude
12、—Is everyone here? —Not yet. Look, there ________ the rest of our guests!
A.come
B.comes
C.is coming
D.are coming
13、Our bodies are strengthened by taking exercise. , our minds are developed by learning.
A. Frequently B. Similarly
C. Conveniently D. Hopefully
14、There is no doubt ________ they did a completely bad job at that very moment.
A. which B. whether C. how D. that
15、—Don’t forget to keep a safe social distance in public places, Tony!
— ________.
A.Sorry, I won’t
B.Never mind
C.Not at all
D.I hope not
16、With so many noises from the busy traffic in the street, I couldn’t______ and do my research work.
A. put down B. set down
C. cut down D. settle down
17、Your children ________ pay the adult price on trips because they are old and tall enough.
A.dare to
B.have to
C.needn’t
D.would
18、---Did Jack take the doctor’s advice that he _____ in bed for a couple of days?
---If only he _______.
A.lies; does
B.lay; did
C.lie; did
D.lie; had
19、‘My family has a picnic kit which includes knife, bottle _____, ‘cool bag’ and plastic plates and cups to make meals on beaches that bit nicer!’
A.firefighter
B.flashlight
C.container
D.opener
20、Totally ___accident, the businessman picked up a ___antique(古董) in the flea market(跳蚤市场)
A. by; true B. in; indeed C. with; actual D. by; genuine
21、—Did you have a wonderful time at the ball last night?
—________! I’ve never had a more wonderful time all my life.
A. You bet B. No problem C. By no means D. Got it
22、No one could _________ the failure of the experiment as everything went smoothly at first.
A.give an account for
B.account for
C.take account of
D.take into account
23、Almost________ of the students in this class wear glasses, that is ________of them.
A. two thirds; 60 percent B. two thirds; 60 percents
C. two third; 60 percent D. two thirds; 60 percents
24、_______your house, mine is very small.
A. Comparing with B. Compared with
C. Compares to D. Comparing to
25、Fitness is important in sport, but of at least ______ importance are skills.
A. fair B. equal
C. reasonable D. proper
26、How to Be a Good Reader
Many people enjoy reading as a way to relax and enrich their minds. Reading is a so an increasingly important skill to learn and develop to be successful in school and in the professional world.【1】, there are several ways to improve your read ng or help a child become a better reader.
●Start at a comfortable reading level
【2】. If you plan to read a material that is difficult in the beginning, you are more likely to give up and less likely to achieve your goal in the long run. If you have chosen a book with a very narrow focus, like a scientific work, you might want to read more familiar topics first.
●【3】
The more you connect reading with comfort and relaxation, the more likely you are to continue developing your reading skills. Reading can be great fun, rather than a daily activity.
●Practice your reading
Studies have shown that people who spend more time reading and take in a greater number of reading materials develop a greater reading skills. This improves their ability to take in knowledge more generally. As with anything else, developing reading skills takes work.【4】.
●Read materials that interest you
You are absorbed in reading when it is an enjoyable experience.【5】, you are more likely to put the book down and take part in a different activity. Please find books related to your hobbies, career goals, or a topic that makes you curious.
A.While all of them are useful
B.If you are bored while reading
C.Create a pleasant reading environment
D.Reading is of great importance in our life
E.Although you may find it difficult to be a good reader
F.Begin by reading texts that are slightly below your level
G.Therefore, you need to set aside some time to read everyday
27、Tiffany and her family were sleeping at home. Their pet dog Buddy was asleep next to Tiffany. It was 4:36 a.m. The night was quiet, and no cars were passing on the street. That was when it happened. The house started shaking. Buddy started barking(吠叫), and it woke up Tiffany. She looked around and saw that everything in her room was shaking. She started crying out in fear. Soon after, her father came in and told her to come out quickly.
It was a big earthquake. Tiffany was so scared that she couldn't move. Suddenly, her father picked her up and tried to get out. Buddy was behind them. All of them managed to get outside, where Tiffany’s mother and brother were already. Tiffany and her brother cried together. They didn't understand what just happened.
Luckily, Tiffany’s mother had prepared an emergency kit and had it outside. She looked for the key, which was under a rock, and unlocked the box. She took out blankets(毯子) to keep her children warm. Tiffany then saw her father take a flashlight out of the box. He used the flashlight to see if the house had any damage. The father knew it was not safe, so they stayed up until someone could check the house.
The children didn't go to school because of the earthquake, so they spent the day with their parents. Tiffany was so thankful because her parents knew what to do during the earthquake. Tiffany went up to her mother and father and hugged them because she felt the protection of her parents.
【1】When the earthquake was just beginning to happen, ________.
A.Tiffany was asleep
B.Tiffany was cleaning the house
C.a car was passing by Tiffany’s home
D.Tiffany’s dog was running and barking
【2】Who was the last one to get out of the house?
A.Tiffany’s mother.
B.Tiffany’s father.
C.Tiffany’s brother.
D.Tiffany’s dog.
【3】Which of the following was inside the emergency kit?
A.A rock.
B.A flashlight.
C.Some keys.
D.Some clothes.
【4】How might Tiffany feel about her parents at the end of the story?
A.Disappointed.
B.Sorry.
C.Proud.
D.Excited
28、Europe’s most attractive towns
Europe is full of attractive towns, places and villages. Most are well known, and others are secret. CaraMaps has selected for you four most beautiful towns you should plan to visit during your next motorhome trip.
Annecy – France
Annecy is a lakeside Alpine town located in eastern France. Called the Little Venice of Savoie, Annecy is well known for its romantic atmosphere, its terraces lining the canals, its unbelievably clear lake and the famous Palais de I’ Isle, a 12th century castle built on the middle of a canal. Annecy is a wonderful place to visit in summer and winter.
Portofino – Italy
Located in the Italian Riviera, near Genoa, Portofino is a fishing village. With one of the most scenic views of the Italian coast. Portofino is well known for its picturesque port, its attractive streets, its pastel colored houses, and its fine restaurants.
Dingle – Ireland
Three years ago, Dingle was elected the best place in the world to be photographed. However, Dingle is not only a photogenic town, itis also one of the most naturally attractive places on earth with its beautiful countryside and coastline.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen – Germany
Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a beautiful little Alpine town in Bavaria, Southern Germany. For the little story, the first alpine skiing competition was held in Garmisch – Partenkirchen, since the village is located at the base of the country’s tallest mountain. More than its natural beauty, the Bavarian styled homes make definitely the town one of Germany’s majestic must-sees.
【1】What is Annecy famous for?
A.Its romantic atmosphere.
B.Its bridges lining the canals.
C.Its unbelievably clear river.
D.Its 13th century castle.
【2】If you want to eat delicious food, which place is the best choice?
A.Annecy.
B.Portofino.
C.Dingle.
D.Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
【3】What will you probably do at Dingle?
A.Walk along canals.
B.Visit colored houses.
C.Take photos.
D.Join in a competition.
29、A Thankful Life
At many Thanksgiving dinners, everyone around the table shares something they are thankful for. Most of us can do this easily. But how can we be thankful all the time?【1】
● Focus on the positive and accept the negative (消极).No matter what happens, it's best to remember the good things. When you're around others, try to say what you like about them. By keeping good in mind, you'll give thanks for it even more than before. At the same time, you can't ignore bad things that have happened. 【2】 Before you know it, you are thankful for negative things, too.
●【3】Thankful people know that it's much better to give than to receive. When you're thankful, you have the desire to offer acts of kindness. Some volunteers help people in need on a regular basis. It's a way of showing love, but there are also great rewards for such experiences.【4】
●Make use of quality time. Quality time is also a great way to show thanks. By spending time with others, you show them how much they mean to you. But thankfulness is also better realized by spending time alone.【5】You can list them out or pray to thank God for them.
Find your way to make thanksgiving a part of who you are every day.
A.Offer acts of kindness.
B.Take part in various activities.
C.Here are some tips for you to follow.
D.What should we do on Thanksgiving Day?
E.You usually learn from bad things and become stronger.
F.Studies show that volunteers are likely to feel more happiness.
G.When you're by yourself, you can think through the best parts of your day.
30、He was already asleep. His bag stood ready by the backdoor. His pencil box was filled with ________ sharpened pencils. A big day lay ________ . My eyes filled with tears as I thought about his new ________ in the morning. My baby was off to high school.
I thought back to his first day of kindergarten (幼儿园). How he ran in ________ to the bus as my heart broke, how his smiling face in the window caused my tears to flow. I thought about how ________ it was to let go of his hand and let him fly ________ for the first time. But this time, I found it was even harder.
Kindergarten is Mother’s Day gifts made with handprints. High school is a funny ________ and a “Love you, Ma.” Kindergarten is excited talks about his day. High school is just “My day was ________, Ma.”
Kindergarten is the ________. High school is the beginning of the end. You know that your time with him at home will become less and less. The moments where your family will always feel ________ at the end of the day are coming to an end. I’ve raised him to ________ us. I’ve raised him to be independent.
As I watched him ________ the bus to high school, my eyes filled with tears again and my heart ached more deeply than it did on his first day of kindergarten. The bus ________, and my eyes met his. He gave a quick wave and ________, “Love you.” And then he made a silly face, and he wanted his mom to go back into the house now and set her mind at ________. I waved back and laughed. High school, here we come.
【1】
A.quickly
B.freshly
C.obviously
D.extremely
【2】
A.behind
B.down
C.on
D.ahead
【3】
A.journey
B.school
C.accommodation
D.destination
【4】
A.confidence
B.disappointment
C.excitement
D.sadness
【5】
A.suitable
B.awkward
C.hard
D.anxious
【6】
A.at last
B.on his own
C.in advance
D.on purpose
【7】
A.topic
B.success
C.course
D.card
【8】
A.fine
B.terrible
C.bad
D.busy
【9】
A.duty
B.failure
C.gift
D.beginning
【10】
A.lonely
B.complete
C.unhappy
D.positive
【11】
A.leave
B.love
C.miss
D.support
【12】
A.get off
B.get out of
C.get on
D.get into
【13】
A.arrived
B.started
C.left
D.broke
【14】
A.answered
B.repeated
C.cried
D.mouthed
【15】
A.rest
B.work
C.hand
D.heart
31、根据中文提示,用对应单词的适当形式填空。
Located in Longsheng county of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, the Longji Rice Terraces are a 【1】 (典型的) example of how people seek a【2】 (和谐的) relationship with nature. Lasting several 【3】 (朝代), work on the terraces took hundreds of years until its completion. These terraces are cleverly 【4】 (设计) with hundreds of waterways connecting with each other, along which rainwater moves down the mountains and into the crop fields. On the one hand, the flat terraces serve as a 【5】 (解决办法) to the lack of farming land in the region and help prevent the 【6】 (浅的) soil from being washed away. On the other hand, they also provide a perfect environment for some birds and fish feeding on 【7】 (昆虫) that can harm the rice crops. Although modern technology could help produce more crops, new generations continue to use ancient methods of 【8】 (农业) to maintain the terraces, because for the local people traditions hold much value and preserving the wisdom of their ancestors is a 【9】 (优先事项). As a highly 【10】 (推荐) scenic spot, the Longji Rice Terraces attract thousands of visitors who come to admire this great wonder created by people and nature working together.
32、假如你是李华,你最喜欢的歌手周杰伦(Jay Chou)下个月将到你的家乡演出。本周你打算和几个朋友成立Jay Chou的歌迷俱乐部。请你给你的英国笔友Freddy发一封e-mail,说明你们喜欢Jay Chou的理由,并希望Freddy就如何办好歌迷俱乐部提出一些建议。
注意:
1.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;
2.词数100左右。
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