1、About 10 million dolphins are said ________ in the past 15 years.
A. to have killed B. to kill
C. to have been killed D. to be killed
2、—Shall we go camping to celebrate our graduation of senior high?
— ______ . Let’s make a plan first.
A.No way
B.Good idea
C.It’s nothing
D.I don’t think
3、As is reported, it is 115 years______Peking University was founded.
A. when B. before C. after D. since
4、I have been writing a novel which is based on a real love story and it ________ be finished early next month.
A.can
B.must
C.should
D.need
5、At first, the company _______ many fine promises to Jack in order to get him to work for them.
A.held up B.held back C.held off D.held out
6、_______ to building a community with a shared future for mankind is China, which has provided generous support and assistance.
A.Dedicating B.Dedicated C.Being dedicated D.Having dedicated
7、The workers were lazy and failed to finished the building ________.
A.at schedule B.on schedule C.behind schedule D.ahead of schedule
8、Star skater Wu Dajing won China’s first gold medal at the 2018 PyeongChang Olympic Winter Games breaking world record in short track men’s 500m.
A. to B. by
C. with D. in
9、Tom had to have his car repaired in a garage because it ______seriously.
A. damaged B. was being damaged
C. had damaged D. had been damaged
10、Dad and mom are busier than before; we're eating out more often than we _________.
A.use to B.used to C.were used to D.are used to
11、Many netizens are impressed with the excuse given by a teacher for quitting her job ______ she owes the world a visit.
A. because B. that C. where D. why
12、Of all the books on the desk, __________ is of any use for our study.
A.no one
B.nothing
C.none
D.neither
13、The power of Charlie Chaplin’s works is not only in his acting, but also in the stories and characters he________.
A.had created
B.has created
C.created
D.creates
14、______________ the right kind of training, these teenage soccer players may one day grow into the international stars.
A.Giving
B.Having given
C.To give
D.Given
15、Our country is accelerating the construction of Xiong'an New District,_______will be a green, low-carbon, open, innovative and highly-competitive city.
A.one
B.one that
C.that
D.what
16、The fireman told us the troubles they had ________the fire________ .
A.getting; controlled
B.got; controlled
C.got; to control
D.getting; to control
17、These motorized bikes are highly effective for city traffic as you will never run out of ______ to park.
A.options B.patience C.resources D.universe
18、How come every kid today is meant to be a champion for something _____ we know every kid can’t be a star?
A. in case B. as if
C. when D. unless
19、Shirley Temple Black began her film during the Great Depression in the US, ___________ the country’s economy was going through a rough patch.
A. where B. on which C. what D. when
20、— Were all the villagers inspected for the suspected disease?
— No. ________ only 10 people who were exposed to the animals infected by the virus.
A.There were B.There are C.It were D.It was
21、Noise created by humans, such as car traffic, quieted by about 30% between late March and early May, 2020, when Governor Greg Abbott closed schools and restaurants across Texas, according to analysis by researchers at Southern Methodist University (SMU).
“There was quite a big change in some areas,” said Stephen Arrowsmith, a seismologist at SMU, who took on the project with a class of undergraduate and graduate students. Arrowsmith and his students looked at data from a dozen seismometers(地震仪)across North Texas. Seismometers are used to detect earthquakes, but they are sensitive to just about everything that makes the ground vibrate, such as strong winds, ocean waves, construction and traffic.
The idea of using seismometers to track urban noise gained popularity last March when Belgian seismologist Thomas Lecocq posted some of his urban noise data from Brussels on Twitter. Lecocq, of the Royal Observatory of Belgium, received such an enthusiastic response from scientists that he launched the group “Lockdown Seismology” online. “It’s where bored seismologists around the world are working together,” Arrowsmith joked.
Arrowsmith hopes his findings will contribute to a growing list of creative ways in which researchers are using seismometers. In his course, Arrowsmith teaches students how seismic stations can help investigators solve crimes, like terrorist bombings, aid scientists in tracking nuclear tests or assist inspectors in investigating accidents, like chemical plant explosions. One potential application of his research is to better understand the shallow layers of Earth beneath cities. “That could be useful in places where there’s a real seismic hazard(风险), like San Francisco or Los Angeles,” he said, “where just knowing what that shallow structure is tells you a lot about how it would respond in a big earthquake.”
【1】How do the researchers obtain the data of noise in Texas?
A.By observing car traffic.
B.By surveying their students.
C.By consulting the governor.
D.By employing Seismometers.
【2】What does the underlined word “vibrate” in paragraph 2 probably mean?
A.Break
B.Freeze
C.Shake
D.Dry
【3】What is a direct result of Lecocq’s posting some of his urban noise data?
A.Seismologists are attracted.
B.Earthquake detection is improved.
C.Urban noise is reduced.
D.Crime investigation is simplified.
【4】What does the last paragraph mainly talk about concerning the seismometer?
A.Its possible risks.
B.Its potential applications.
C.Its appeal to the public.
D.Its market value.
22、Immersive Van Gogh
From the creators of the blockbuster show in Paris seen by over two million visitors and still wowing crowds in Toronto, the west coast premiere (首场) of the Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit will bring the art of Vincent to life in Los Angeles.
Immersive art is not just a technical way to represent video and audio in huge spaces. The word immersive indicates a deep commitment of intentions which connect images and sounds in a way that the audience is able to experience a different way of the art.
True to its name, this exhibition transforms the iconic (偶像的) paintings of Vincent van Gogh into moving, wall-filling projections. “Immersive Van Gogh” promises half-a-million cubic feet of projections that pull from some of the post-impressionist’s most recognizable pieces, including The Bedroom, Sunflowers and, yes, The Starry Night.
You will experience art like never before—lose yourself in entrancing, moving images that highlight brushstrokes, detail, and color—truly illuminating (照亮) the mind of the genius.
LOCATION
The Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit is located at a secret place situated in the heart of Los Angeles. To be announced before the exhibit opens, existing ticket holders will receive an email with the place name and location once it is made public.
TICKET PRICES
VIP TICKETS—$99.99 ●Priority access ●Van Gogh cushion (a gift for you) ●Limited edition poster | PREMIUM TICKETS—$59.99 ●Van Gogh cushion (rental) ●Limited edition poster |
BASIC TICKETS—$54.99 ●Admission only | CHILD TICKETS—$29.99 ●Ages 6—16 (children 5 and under do not require a ticket) ●Admission only ●Child tickets are not subject to change of date fees |
Tickets are available online at www.vangoghla.com.
GIFT SHOP
Stop by our Exhibit Gift Shop to take the magic of Van Gogh home with you! From clothing and jewelry to home décor, children’s books, and so much more, you will find unique and thoughtful souvenirs at the Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit. Also be sure to check out at our online store!
Experience the organic landscapes of Van Gogh’s imagination, and journey through his brilliance and madness in a completely new and unforgettable way.
【1】According to the passage, the Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit ________.
A.presents Van Gogh’s art in a modern way
B.begins a journey to Van Gogh’s hometown
C.displays Van Gogh’s paintings on moving walls
D.designs projects on Van Gogh’s learning experience
【2】From where can people find information about the exact location of the exhibit?
A.An email.
B.A website.
C.The ticket office.
D.The gift shop.
【3】How much should a couple with a 5-year-old child who would like to own a Van Gogh cushion at least pay for the visit?
A.$109.98.
B.$154.98.
C.$159.98.
D.$199.98.
23、 I have three kids and a great husband and I’m enjoying a career that I find challenging and fun.To the outside world,this feels like“Success.”But there is still a voice in my heart asking if this is who I truly am.Only in silence do I hear the self and wonder who that person might be.
So I booked a trip to find out.I travelled,for the first time,without my husband or kids.I went to Iceland with a friend,who shares an appreciation for wilderness and silence.
For six days,we were immersed(沉浸)in wild,raw scenery and real weather—a11 kinds of weather.Climbing a mountain against rain and returning to a tent for a simple meal reminds you how little you actually need.And how strong it feels to be uncomfortable sometimes.
I found silence in Iceland,and time to consider the me outside of career and the me out—side of kids as I shared stories with strangers.
When I stopped talking and just 1istened,I became more generous.I 1earned that choosing to be generous can create more space,more food and more warmth.
But I didn’t really gain any better appreciation of what I want from life or my job.I suspect the anxiety that drove me to seek silence in Iceland was losing sight of my ability to choose gratitude and joy,and to be present in the challenges I set in my career and my family.
I came home to noise,rush and love;with no less confusion on who I want to be. I know the answer isn’t waiting out there on the top of a mountain in Iceland.The answer is in front of me with every step on my own 1ife’s path,and in every choice I make.
【1】Why did the author take a trip to Iceland?
A. To gain a new experience. B. To enjoy family happiness.
C. To better understand herself. D. To appreciate natural beauty.
【2】What do we 1earn about the author’s trip?
A. Exciting. B. Difficult.
C. Relaxing. D. Adventurous.
【3】What change happened to the author?
A. She felt lonelier. B. She felt more anxious.
C. She became more caring. D. She became more confident.
【4】What will the author do in the future?
A. Go back to nature. B. Face reality bravely.
C. Travel to Iceland more often. D. Pay less attention to her feelings.
24、 Imagine a school that expected its students to become literate without any formal instruction. Most parents would be alarmed by such an approach, which would leave their children confused and with gaps in their understanding. This, however, has been the philosophy on character development in many of our schools. Why is the development of character seen as somehow different from the other skills that we teach?
Of course there will always be learning by osmosis (耳濡目染) in any school, but as a teacher and primary school head I have found that a child’s moral literacy is strengthened when they acquire the building blocks of good character such as consideration, courage and honor: qualities which are commonly known as virtue.
I personally find that exploring a virtue over a two-week period provides a simple and effective program that allows for the creative input of both teacher and student and a chance for the virtue to embed (使融入) itself. Once a lesson on a virtue such as honesty has been completed we need to allow time for children to practice this concept just as would be the case with fractions or verbs. Allowing children to role play a situation such as making up excuses to cover a mistake can be enormously interesting, and the drama can be frozen allowing the characters to be questioned about their feelings and motives. It’s also a safe way for children to experience for themselves how a lie usually goes out of control.
Our role as educators is also to look for opportunities to help our students as they attempt to strengthen their characters. When something goes wrong we guide the young person to the virtue that will prevent it from happening again. For instance, when a student thoughtlessly disturbs the calm atmosphere of the library, instead of a response such as, “that was really disrespectful and selfish of you!” we draw out from them the required virtue: “When you’re walking through the library, what virtues do you need to use?”
【1】The underlined word “philosophy” in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to __________.
A.study B.subject
C.motto D.viewpoint
【2】We can infer from the first paragraph that _________.
A.there tends to be disagreement about what character education is
B.most parents are not satisfied with the teaching methods adopted in schools
C.the approach to character education is generally considered different from the approaches to other skills
D.more and more schools are adopting strategies to improve school attendance
【3】Children’s moral literacy get improved when _____________.
A.they have gradually learnt to imitate.
B.they have learnt the importance of role play.
C.they have learnt specific moral qualities one by one.
D.they are given enough time to practice.
【4】Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage as a way to build character in children?
A.Story readings and discussions. B.Osmosis.
C.Taking every opportunity to teach character. D.Role play.
【5】Which of the following is the main idea of this passage?
A.Teaching morals and values has been a frequently discussed topic in the past few years.
B.The author advocates putting virtues into lessons and school life to encourage character development in children.
C.Kids throughout the population face the same needs, the same challenges, and the same realities in their lives.
D.Role plays are an excellent way of getting students to practice their English.
25、Every Friday and Saturday night I deliver food for a local food delivery company. I need this _________ job to pay off the debt that resulted from an accident a few years ago.
Last night I got a(n) _________ in which the restaurant and the customer's house were pretty far away from each other. This was actually a _________ thing. The customer got charged a higher delivery fee, which would be paid to me.
I _______ the customer's food and drove to his house. Though I used Google Maps, I still had problems_________ his house. I called the customer and he told me that the address on the order was _________. When I knew this, I became very _________. By this time I had already _______ half an hour on this order. What's more, I had_________ another order which got reassigned (再分配) to another person during the time.
Another 30 minutes later I got to the customer's door. I __________ him to be in a bad mood because his delivery had taken so long. __________, I was greeted by a very pleasant customer. He__________ to me that his wife's eyesight was not that great so she had put in the wrong address in the order __________, so the whole thing was their ________
Knowing the________, I didn't complain to the customer. I__________ my anger towards the couple. But he said he felt so __________ for me and decided to give me an additional $30 cash for my __________. I knew I needed money, but I also knew forgiving was a virtue. So I ________
Later the company I worked part-time in __________ me for what I had done and I was given an extra amount of money as a reward. You can't imagine how happy I was!
【1】
A.extra
B.tough
C.full
D.comfortable
【2】
A.request
B.reply
C.order
D.position
【3】
A.common
B.difficult
C.dull
D.good
【4】
A.picked up
B.cut up
C.paid for
D.waited for
【5】
A.fixing
B.finding
C.designing
D.judging
【6】
A.clear
B.strange
C.wrong
D.secret
【7】
A.worried
B.relieved
C.nervous
D.angry
【8】
A.got
B.saved
C.enjoyed
D.wasted
【9】
A.lost
B.finished
C.signed
D.forgotten
【10】
A.needed
B.wanted
C.expected
D.considered
【11】
A.Anyhow
B.Besides
C.Therefore
D.However
【12】
A.admitted
B.explained
C.complained
D.suggested
【13】
A.in return
B.with pleasure
C.by accident
D.on purpose
【14】
A.excuse
B.fault
C.choice
D.request
【15】
A.truth
B.goal
C.decision
D.opinion
【16】
A.understood
B.regretted
C.expressed
D.canceled
【17】
A.anxious
B.ashamed
C.sorry
D.afraid
【18】
A.trouble
B.delay
C.progress
D.patience
【19】
A.changed
B.refused
C.accepted
D.agreed
【20】
A.pardoned
B.fired
C.charged
D.praised
26、假定你是李华,上周六你校组织参观了野生动物园。请就此给校英语报写一篇征文,内容包括:
1.参观的时间和地点;
2.参观的过程和感受。
注意:
1.词数100左右;
2.短文题目已为你写好。