1、Bill had done everything he could ________ to me.
A.avoid talking
B.to avoid talking
C.avoid to talk
D.to avoid to talk
2、By the end of yesterday we ______ over 2,000 tickets.
A.sold
B.had sold
C.have sold
D.would sell
3、The movie is not quite as good as the play ____ was adapted from.
A.that B.which C.it D.what
4、Much to her disgust, his confidence________ on arrogance.
A.edges B.borders
C.splits D.emphasizes
5、The naughty boy found himself ____ by his teacher when he looked up from his picture book.
A. to watch B. being watched
C. was watched D. watching
6、It can be difficult if the only disabled toilet in the a long way from where the film is showing.
A. basement B. branch C. boot D. bank
7、The bus dropped me off and pulled away _____I realized I had left my bag on it.
A. while B. before
C. after D. since
8、I will give the job to the man________ they say is fun to talk to.
A.who
B.he
C.whom
D.which
9、She is a very___________ lady and always looks on the bright side of life.
A.optimistic B.serious C.humorous D.greedy
10、A major fire suddenly _______ at Notre-Dame Cathedral in central Paris on Monday and later France television reported that the police were treating the incident as an accident.
A.worked out B.put out C.picked out D.broke out
11、John tried hard to figure out ______ he has left his schoolbag but in vain.
A.what B.which C.where D.that
12、The reason ______I burst into tears is _________ I don’t want to leave my mother.
A. why; that B. which; because
C. / ; because D. why; because
13、I’m really sorry. I can’t go to the cinema with you. I am tired.
A. not a bit B. pretty
C. little D. too much
14、The event is a clear indication that food safety is a big problem; nobody can ________ all foods are secure to us, but we are sure that the situation is turning for the better.
A.acknowledge B.guarantee C.identify D.clarify
15、There is a new problem____the popularity of private cars that road conditions need ____.
A.involve at; to be improve B.involved in; to be improved
C.involving in; improving D.involving at; improving
16、 his devotion and reliability, he was put of the whole department.
A.As well as; in relief B.Because of; in charge
C.Because; in trouble D.In addition to; in search
17、If you want to catch the first bus you’d better ________ for the bus station immediately.
A.set up
B.set free
C.set off
D.set down
18、______ in a family is the basis for success in any career.
A.Personality
B.Conflict
C.Lifestyle
D.Harmony
19、As visitors from a different culture, the least we can do is be____ to the people in their own land.
A. distant B. civil C. allergic D. cruel
20、Many journalists were sent to ____ the terrible disaster immediately the earthquake broke out.
A.interview B.investigate C.cover D.criticize
21、Tips on Enhancing Your Memory
One of the most common problems today is forgetfulness. Many people are searching for the key to a better memory. 【1】
Enhance your memory by using associations.
The first technique to remember things is the association technique. This includes the use of mnemonics (助记符号) or things similar to a particular word in order to remember what should be memorized. 【2】 If one can create his own associations, that will help to remember things more easily and more quickly.
Enhance your memory by repetition
The second technique is repetition. Stimuli (刺激物) are things that stimulate a person to make his brain work. As a person repeatedly acquires stimuli to make his brain work, these stimuli are remembered by the brain. It is like learning words as a child. 【3】
【4】
The third technique is about the application of body movements. By using simple hand gestures while saying a word, a person can remember things that he has forgotten.
There are lots of other ways to enhance memory. 【5】 The first thing that a person must prevent is giving yourself too much stress. In other words, stress must be managed. If you follow these techniques on how to increase your memory, life will be easier for you.
A.He applies all the repeated words he has heard during his life.
B.However, one must also be aware of the things to be avoided.
C.Enhance your memory by using body movements.
D.Here are several techniques to increase a person’s memory.
E.A lot of students use these techniques, especially during major exams.
F.There are several mnemonics available to help a person remember things.
G.A person might wonder why he couldn’t remember the details the day before the exam.
22、
A.all the rental has been paid 7 days before arrival
B.a travel plan has been sent to the booking office
C.1/3 rental and a signed booking form have been received
D.advice on how to book the cottage has been responded to
【2】If you want to stay in Wessex Cottages for a holiday, you are required to ________.
A.reconfirm your booking
B.leave before 10:00 a.m.
C.use your own bed sheets
D.arrive later than 7:00 p.m.
【3】Which of the following is TRUE according to the brochure?
A.Electricity isn’t included in the rental in most Wessex Cottages.
B.Overseas visitors are required to deposit more than domestic ones.
C.If you hire bed sheets, you’ll be charged 6 pounds per day per person.
D.Deposit should be made by credit card at the time of booking.
23、Blowing bubbles is fun! The best thing about bubbles is that it's easy to make your own bubble solution (溶液). You can make as much as you want and blow as many bubbles as you'd like. If you add a “secret” ingredient (配料), you’ll get bigger and stronger bubbles! Do just as follows:
Measure 6 cups of water into one container, then pour 1 cup of dish soap into the water and slowly stir it until the soap is mixed in. Try not to let bubbles form while you stir.
Measure 1 tablespoon of glycerin (甘油) or 1/4 cup of corn syrup (玉米淀粉) and add it to the container. Stir the solution until it is mixed together.
You can use the solution right away, but to make even better bubbles, put the lid on the container and let your super bubble solution sit overnight. The soap mixture on the outside of a bubble is actually made of three very thin layers: soap, water, and another layer of soap. A bubble pops when the water that is trapped between the layers of soap evaporates (蒸发). The glycerin or corn syrup mixes with the soap to make it thicker. The thicker skin of the bubbles keeps the water from evaporating as quickly, so they last longer. It also makes them stronger, so you can blow bigger bubbles.
Dip a bubble wand or straw into the mixture, slowly pull it out, wait a few seconds, and then blow. If you don't have a ready-made “bubble wand”, you can make your own by cutting off the end of the bulb of a plastic pipet. Dip the cut end in solution and blow through the narrow end. You can also make a loop out of thin wire or pipe cleaner. Just twist a round end on your wire to blow the bubbles through. You can even make it heart-shaped, square or use other shapes if you're clever enough to bend it well.
【1】For what purpose is the text is written?
A.To argue.
B.To advertise.
C.To entertain.
D.To instruct.
【2】What does the secret in making bigger and stronger bubbles lies in?
A.The soap.
B.The corn syrup.
C.The water.
D.The straw.
【3】What can you use a bubble wand to do?
A.Blow bubbles.
B.Mix the solution.
C.Measure soap.
D.Shape wires.
【4】What can we infer from paragraph 4?
A.More soap, more bubbles.
B.Less water, better bubbles.
C.Thicker layers, bigger bubbles.
D.Stronger skin, bigger bubbles.
24、 The most popular martial arts (武术)today came from Asia, especially China. Some Chinese fighting styles were invented more than 3, 000 years ago. Many martial arts were invented because people needed to defend themselves or protect others. Nowadays, people learn martial arts as a way of keeping fit or as a competitive sport, but they are still very useful for selfdefence (防卫).
Martial arts are often referred to as either soft or hard. These terms imply a way of dealing with your opponent's (对手的)force. Soft martial arts, such as tai chi, teach you to use your opponent's own force to defend yourself. Soft styles use movements and timing to avoid, deflect and redirect their opponent's attacks (攻击). These martial arts are soft for the defender but not for the attacker! On the other hand, hard styles, such as kung fu, teach you to defend yourself using force. Techniques involve blocking, posturing and powerful punching and kicking. Hard martial arts techniques are more effective(有效的)if you are more skillful, more powerful and faster than your opponent.
Perhaps one of the best known Japanese martial arts today is karate. But did you know that it came from Fujian Province? in the century, a community of Chinese migrants(移民)from Fujian settled (定居)in what was then the kingdom of Okinawa. The Chinese migrants used to gather in a park to .enjoy cultural activities — one of which was kung fu. This soon caught the attention of local youths, who started learning kung fu from their Chinese neighbours.
In fact, Chinese influence in martial arts was not only kung fu. The very first Korean military (军事)training manual was based on a Chinese version. During the Japanese invasion (侵略)of Korea in the 16th century, the Korean army needed an effective way to train a large number of soldiers. They used a training methodology from a Chinese military manual called ji xiao xin shu, written by the famous Chinese general, Qi Jiguang, who had himself defeated Japanese army.
【1】From the passage we can learn people have been using the martial arts .
A.to defend others B.to protect oneself
C.to keep fit D.as a competitive sport
【2】What does the second paragraph mainly talk about?
A.Soft martial arts. B.Hard martial arts.
C.The effects of martial arts. D.The kinds of martial arts.
【3】Which place is the home to karate?
A.Japan. B.Korea.
C.China. D.Okinawa.
【4】Why did the Korean army use ji xiao xin shu?
A.To strengthen its army. B.To gain fame.
C.To invade Japan. D.To enlarge its area.
25、 Last week, I had to travel by air. I was carrying two large _______ and a medium-sized one yes, I know I was not traveling _______. I had to take a bus and a train before getting to the _______. It was not an easy task _______ I took it easy and I left with more than enough _______.
I arrived at the bus stop and there were a few other people _______ . The bus came and one by one I struggled _______ and put the suitcases inside the bus. Then I began to think, “Why doesn’t anyone offer to _______ ?” I sat on the bus and kept thinking, “Many passengers are _______ and strong enough, and most of them are my neighbors. How unkind, typical of this country! That’s why I want to ________ as soon as I can... etc.”
I ________ stopped myself and decided to change my ________ . I had been trying especially lately to “switch” as soon as I saw negativity coming into my head, so I went for: “I’ m ________ that I managed; I’ m ________ enough; I look forward to the challenges of this ________ ; I will meet people I love ... etc.”
The bus arrived at my destination and I waited for everyone to ________ so I could patiently take out my suitcases one by one. And a man in his 70’s whom I would least have ________ to help came back up and offered to give me a hand! He ________ the last one for me! I was so pleased and surprised, giving him a big ________ . He smiled back and we both went our separate ways. He seemed pretty pleased with himself.
I then thought, “I should have hugged him.” Hope I will ________ him again...
【1】A.coats B.tools C.boxes D.suitcases
【2】A.alone B.early C.light D.safe
【3】A.station B.airport C.department D.office
【4】A.and B.because C.but D.though
【5】A.time B.interest C.food D.room
【6】A.wandering B.waiting C.struggling D.driving
【7】A.painfully B.gratefully C.proudly D.angrily
【8】A.check B.advise C.come D.help
【9】A.generous B.busy C.honest D.young
【10】A.settle B.leave C.fight D.succeed
【11】A.really B.hardly C.suddenly D.secretly
【12】A.thoughts B.tastes C.memory D.action
【13】A.sure B.glad C.afraid D.sorry
【14】A.kind B.strong C.relaxed D.important
【15】A.trip B.position C.career D.race
【16】A.take off B.turn up C.get off D.break in
【17】A.respected B.inspired C.promised D.expected
【18】A.discovered B.carried C.examined D.fixed
【19】A.smile B.hug C.opportunity D.present
【20】A.visit B.choose C.trust D.see
26、假定你是李华,你的美国留学生朋友Jack来信说他所在的学校要开办很多弘扬中国优秀传统文化的俱乐部,比如中国书法,武术,剪纸,厨艺,太极,中医等,他想征询你的意见。请你根据下面的要点提示,给他回复一封电子邮件:
1. 你所推荐的俱乐部; 2. 推荐理由; 3. 你的期待。
注意:
1. 词数80左右;
2. 可以适当增加细节,以使得行文连贯。
Dear Jack,
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Yours,
Li Hua