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1、 house property tax come into effect, China might witness a fall in house prices.
A. Would B. Should
C. Could D. Might
2、—I need to tell Kevin the conference has been canceled.
—_________ He’s already on his way.
A．The sooner the better.
B．Don’t bother.
C．You’ve got me there.
D．How could you?
3、There is not much money left, but ________ we must manage to buy the new house.
A. somehow B. somewhat
C. however D. anyway
4、—We all had a lot of fun at the barbecue yesterday．Pity you weren’t there.
—I really should have gone with you but I _____ on some remaining problems.
A． worked B． was working
C． would work D． would have worked
5、On receiving a phone call from his wife _____ she had a fall, Mr. Gorden immediately rushed home from his office.
A. says B. to say C. said D. saying
6、By the end of last year, another new gym ________ in Beijing.
A．completed
B．had been completed
C．has been completed
D．was completed
7、The room is so clean. It must have________yesterday evening.
A．cleaned
B．not clean
C．been cleaned
D．be cleaned
8、—Are you going to the museum, Alice?
— No, I ________ to it already.
A．have been
B．have gone
C．had been
D．had gone
9、Though I have often heard this song , I have never heard you it.
A. being sung; sang B. sung; sing
C. sang; singing D. to be sung; to sing
10、I have got ________ things to do this morning, so I wasn’t able to go to the flower exhibit.
A．a great deal of
B．a plenty of
C．masses of
D．a great many of
11、It was with his iron-fist approach_________ corruption in the southern state _________the 70-year-old man built a political name.
A. to fighting, where B. of fighting, that
C. of fighting, where D. to fighting, that
12、When the young man was shown the evidence, he ______ and told everything he had done to the police.
A. broke up B. broke away
C. broke off D. broke down
13、Although we produce carbon when we breathe, the carbon we produce is much less than _________ produced by a car.
A. it B. the one C. what D. that
14、—Is it convenient for you to go shopping with me at eight tomorrow morning?
—I’m afraid not. I ______ then.
A. will having a meeting B. am about to have a meeting
C. am having a meeting D. will be having a meeting
15、Owing to the booming in sharing economy, we step into a brand new era when convenient sharing bikes are readily ________ almost everywhere.
A．acceptable
B．available
C．flexible
D．relative
16、The police have ________the thief for several days，and now they are ________the station.
A. searched；searching B. searched for；searching for
C. searched for；searching D. searched of；searching of
17、Whenever I read the old letters, _____ was fairly often, sweet memories warmed my heart.
A. who B. which C. when D. that
18、Last month, part of Southeast Asia was struck by floods, from ____ effects the people are still suffering.
A.that B.what C.which D.whose
19、As he works in a remote (遥远的) area, he visits his mother only ________.
A．anxiously
B．urgently
C．likely
D．occasionally
20、We all seemed unwilling to say what was on our minds, ________ it might arouse suspicion.
A．which
B．in order that
C．so that
D．for fear that
21、 Buckingham Palace Tour
Watching the traditional changing of the guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace is a must when in London, and on this 4.5-hour you’ll get to experience this event, as well as other typical British traditions. The package combines three major attractions: the changing of the guard, a tour of the State Apartments and traditional afternoon tea. The guided tour passes through St. James Park before stopping to watch the guard ceremony with soldiers dressed in traditional uniforms, followed by entry into Buckingham Palace for an audio tour. After, travelers will head to a luxury hotel for traditional afternoon tea, scones and sandwiches.
Thames River Sightseeing Cruise
Afternoon tea is a British tradition, and to make this casual, elegant experience even more relaxing, you can combine it with a sightseeing cruise of London’s Thames River, the main waterway that flows through the heart of the city. Board a window-lined vessel for an hour-and-a-half voyage from Tower Pier to Westminster that includes traditional tea service with pastries, scones and sandwiches. The boat will float past iconic sites like the Tower of London, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye, as well as Shakespeare’s famous Globe Theatre. On the return, feel free to wander the outside deck for photos and listen to informative commentary from the staff.
London Royal Parks Bike Tour
London has some spectacular parks that are located among the city’s most famous attractions and a guided bike tour is a fun and relaxing way to cover a lot of ground quickly and experience these lovely public spaces. The four-hour, morning or afternoon bike tour begins in Central London where bicycles and helmets are issued, followed by a leisurely ride through Westminster to the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben with narration from the tour guide followed by busy Trafalgar Square. Next, the ride heads to all four Royal Parks: Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, Green Park and St James’s Park. Before returning to the start, riders can visit the Princess Diana Memorial at Kensington Palace.
Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford Day Trip
If you’re interested in exploring some of the world-famous attractions outside of London, consider booking the Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford Day Trip. The full-day tour departs from London in an air-conditioned bus, spans about nine hours and includes three of England’s architectural gems. The first stop is the Queen’s official residence: Windsor Castle for audio tours and a chance to see the changing of the guard followed be free time to explore the streets of Windsor. Next up is a visit to the mysterious UNESCO site of Stonehenge, followed by a walking tour of the city of Oxford. Along the way, the guide points out historical landmarks and other attractions and provides an in-depth commentary. Food and beverages are not included, but you can pick something up in Windsor.
【1】Which tour is the shortest?
A．Buckingham Palace Tour.
B．Thames River Sightseeing Cruise.
C．London Royal Parks Bike Tour.
D．Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford Day Trip.
【2】All the above tours are in London, except________.
A．Buckingham Palace Tour
B．Thames River Sightseeing Cruise
C．London Royal Parks Bike Tour
D．Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford Day Trip
【3】If you choose the Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford Day Trip, you may________.
A．see three gems
B．visit the Queen’s home
C．board a vessel
D．visit the Princess Diana Memorial
22、This is a true story that happened in Japan. In order to repair the house, a Japanese tore open the walls. Japanese houses normally have an empty space between the wooden walls. When pulling down the walls, he found that there was a lizard(蜥蜴) staying there because a nail(钉子) from outside was hammered into one of its feet. He saw this, feeling pity and curious. When he checked the nail, he found it was nailed 10 years ago when the house was first built.
What happened? The lizard had survived in such a position for 10 years! It had been in a dark wall partition(夹层) for 10 years without moving! Then he wondered how this lizard survived for 10 years without moving a single step—since its foot was nailed! So he stopped his work and observed the lizard: What had it been doing? What and how had it been eating? Later, he didn't know from where another lizard appeared, with food in its mouth. Ah! He was astonished and touched deeply. The free lizard had been feeding it for the past 10 years.
Such love, a beautiful love! Such love happened with this tiny creature… What can love do? It can do wonders! Just think about it: one lizard had been feeding the other for 10 long years, without giving up hope on its partner. If a small creature like a lizard can love like this, just imagine how we can love if we try.
【1】 How did the Japanese feel when seeing the lizard there?
A. Frightened B. Enjoyable
C. Confused D. Usual
【2】 Why did the Japanese stop his work?
A. To watch how long the lizard can still live here.
B. To take out the nail and set the lizard free.
C. To have a rest by watching the lizard.
D. To find out why the lizard had survived there for 10 years.
【3】What can we learn from the free lizard?
A. It teaches us never to give up our loved ones.
B. It teaches us to give more help to our loved ones.
C. It tells us to take pity on the stuck lizard.
D. It encourages us to live even longer.
23、
Shipping containers are gaining popularity as an alternative to traditional houses. These 20-or 40-foot containers can be obtained for a little as several hundred US dollars apiece, and it’s not surprising that some industry professionals and even city planners consider them the future of home building. Below are details of some amazing homes made out of shipping containers.
London Container City(I and II) London’s Container City first sprang up in the heart of the docklands in 2001. It took just five months to complete the original 12 work studios. Shortly after that, a fourth floor of studios and living apartments was built on top of these. The first container city was so successful that another — Container City II — was added to it.
Los Angeles Redondo Beach house With its modern lines and appealing spaces, the award-winning Redondo Beach House is a luxury beachside showpiece built from eight recycled steel shipping containers, along with some traditional building materials. According to the architects, the modified containers are “nearly indestructible”.
Amsterdam Keetwonen Amsterdam’s massive Keetwonen complex houses 1,000 students and it is the largest container city in the world. The housing project is a roaring success and features units that are quiet and comfortable. Each resident enjoys a bathroom, kitchen and separate sleeping and studying quarters. The complex even has central heating and high-speed internet as well as areas for parking bikes.
Mexico M2ATK Container House M2ATK designed this unique container house for an artist. It’s fully equipped with heating and cooling, a kitchen and bathroom. On the bottom floor of the house are ‘‘public spaces” such as the kitchen and living room. The second floor is the bedroom, and the top floor is a studio space in which to work, read and “let fly the imagination”. |
【1】Compared to traditional houses, container houses are _____.
A．easier to maintain
B．less expensive to build
C．more comfortable to live in
D．more fashionable in style
【2】What can be learned about Amsterdam’s Keetwonen complex?
A．It is the first container city in the world.
B．It’s equipped with modern facilities.
C．It features a luxury and unique style.
D．It includes living space and car parks.
【3】Which of the following is the best title for the poster?
A．Recycled material for Ideal Home
B．Shipping Container Home Challenges
C．Home in a Steel Box
D．Housing Options and Solutions
24、NOT that long ago, the world wondered whether clean energy could survive without government support. Now the question is how far it can spread. The number of electric vehicles, which was about 1 million in 2015, last year reached 2 million. In electricity generation, too, trend is with the greens. In the first half of this year wind, solar and hydro generated a record 35% of Germany's power.
Greater success is breeding greater ambition. California is proposing to reach 60% renewable energy by 2030. 176 countries have clean-energy goals. Hawaii, America's most oil-dependent state, has promised to be 100% renewable by the middle of the century and so have 48 poor countries vulnerable to climate change. This week the number of multinationals making a commitment to running their operations on 100% renewable energy rose to 100.
But not every target is helpful. To see why, consider that goal of 100% renewable energy. It makes solving climate change seem easy. In fact, though wind and solar can generate the whole country's electricity some day, renewables still account for less than 8% of the world's total power output. Moreover, cleaning up electricity is only part of the battle. Even though gas-fired heating and cooking can be at least as big a source of greenhouse-gas emissions, renewable heating gets little attention. Transport policy is unpredictable, too. Carmakers may hit their goal of annual sales of 10 million electric vehicles in a decade, but battery-powered road transport, shipping and aviation are dreams. A much-quoted claim that America could rely on wind, solar and hydro alone for its electricity has recently been bitterly criticized by a group of respected academics.
Most importantly, a 100% renewables target confuses means with ends. The priority for the planet is to stop net emissions（净排放量）of greenhouse gases, especially carbon dioxide. Putting too much emphasis on wind, solar and other renewables may block off better carbon-reduction paths. New technologies, such as "direct air capture" systems designed to separate carbon dioxide from the air, may in time prove vital. Likewise, greater energy efficiency could reduce emissions by even more than using renewables would.
【1】Why is Germany mentioned in Paragraph 1?
A．To introduce the topic.
B．To compare with the USA.
C．To prove the possibility of the 100% renewables target.
D．To provide a successful example of producing clean energy.
【2】What picture is described in the beginning of the passage?
A．A tough fight against climate change.
B．A promising future of clean energy.
C．A huge market of electric vehicles.
D．A fierce competition between countries.
【3】Why is every target not realistic according to Paragraph 3?
A．Car makers cannot produce enough batteries.
B．Use of traditional energies causes air pollution.
C．Wind and solar energy will never meet the needs of a country.
D．New energy doesn't receive its due attention in every aspect of society.
【4】Which of the following does the writer probably agree with?
A．New energy plays a minor role in reality.
B．Energy efficiency is prior to using renewables.
C．Mxiing up means with purposes matters most.
D．The target of 100 renewables is too high to reach.
25、 Ebron James isn’t the first high school basketball player to go straight into the NBA, but he is probably the best. He has the body, skills and the basketball brain of an All-Star(全明星球员).
This_______was on_______as he scored 41 points to take Cleveland Cavaliers(克里夫兰骑士队) to a 107—104 win over the New Jersey Nets(新泽西网队)on March 28. Aged of 19 years and 87 days, James became the_______ player to score 40 or more in the NBA.
“It was by far James’ best_______,” said Cleveland coach Paul Silas.
Known to his friends_______“the king”, this was the day James earned his crown(王冠). But he was_______ from being a king during a childhood spent in the back streets of Akron, Ohio. _______many other African-American basketball players, James’ early years were a_______. His mother Gloria was just 16 when she gave birth to him; he knows nothing about his father. Mother and son battled for everything from food to a place to live in._______the help from his grandmother and neighbours, James would________have died when he was young.
This spirit of survival has served him well on court, forcing him to take any________he finds. “ I ________losing, I don’t like losing,” said James of his 41-point display. “I________the opportunity for us to win and I was________to capture(俘获，夺得)it, “ At 2.03 metres, he is not taller than Yao Ming, but this didn’t________him being the first choice in 2003 NBA Draft. This was thanks to his strength and skill, much of________he learned from high school American football.
Although he has a________brain, James has never had to concentrate on________. Some people think this is a mistake and say he should have gone to college to________his mind. But James is one of the lucky few who have found fame and fortune________a diploma(文凭). On the court, he is the king.
A．action
B．performance
C．activity
D．talent
A．sale
B．exhibition
C．show
D．duty
A．oldest
B．strongest
C．tallest
D．youngest
A．performance
B．lesson
C．action
D．appearance
A．for
B．as
C．by
D．with
A．well
B．far
C．deep
D．late
A．As
B．Like
C．For
D．To
A．fight
B．struggle
C．battle
D．war
A．With
B．Except
C．Besides
D．Without
A．certainly
B．impossibly
C．hardly
D．probably
A．goal
B．game
C．match
D．chance
A．hate
B．refuse
C．object
D．reject
A．mastered
B．seized
C．harnessed
D．held
A．afraid
B．unlucky
C．able
D．certain
A．keep
B．forbid
C．protect
D．stop
A．whom
B．that
C．which
D．what
A．fast
B．quick
C．high
D．top
A．studying
B．resting
C．sleeping
D．eating
A．advance
B．march
C．increase
D．develop
A．apart from
B．but
C．except
D．without
26、假定你是李华，你通过MSN得知去年在你校的外籍教师Jack Wood回国后在打篮球时摔倒，严重伤了右肩，你很挂念他的伤情并告知他你看到了他的博客(Traveling Along the Old Silk Road China)。请你依据以下内容给他写一封信，内容主要包括：
1．慰问他的伤情；
2．简要评论他的博客；
3．简要告知对他英语教学的感受。
注意：1．词数100左右；
2．可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
Dear Jack Wood,
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Sincerely yours,
Li Hua
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