1、The car is ________, because we can clearly hear the sound of it coming near.
A.visiting
B.approaching
C.passing
D.leaving
2、The problem is said ______ three times but it remains unsolved.
A.to be discussed
B.to have discussed
C.to be discussing
D.to have been discussed
3、 the morning train, he would not have been late for the meeting.
A. Did he catch B. Should he catch
C. Has he caught D. Had he caught
4、Each one of us should be environmentally friendly and ________ our rubbish.
A.conduct
B.consume
C.restore
D.recycle
5、He would get to the university by Friday ______ today, which can ensure him of his speech.
A.were he to leave B.if he had left C.did he to leave D.had he left
6、Mothers holding jobs outside the home should have ________schedules to make it easier to care for their children.
A.heavy
B.smooth
C.flexible
D.complex
7、I respect my uncle most because I can him to offer me some practical advice whenever I am in trouble.
A.rely on
B.associate with
C.tell off
D.communicate with
8、Our room must _______ clean.
A.keep
B.to be kept
C.be kept
D.to keep
9、--Have you heard about Apple iPhone 6s?
--Sure.It is a hit these days.I am thinking about getting _____.
A.one B.them
C.that D.it
10、The young lady prefers dressing up for a party to_______by others.
A. be noticed B. being noticed
C. having been noticed D. have been noticed
11、Mr. Brown is the very person can help us to solve the problem.
A.that B.whom C.which D.of whom
12、They lost their way in the forest, and ________ made matters worse was that night began to fall.
A.that
B.it
C.what
D.which
13、Wu Lei is the only Chinese player has made it onto the latest World Soccer 500 list.
A. who B. which
C. whose D. whom
14、 When _______ this medicine, it is a good idea to avoid_______ alcohol.
A. taking; drinking B. taken; drinking
C. taking; to drink D. taken; to drink
15、We should place ________ emphasis on development and security, and develop nuclear energy on the base of security.
A. equal B. central C. superior D. maximum
16、I realized success wasn’t always in money and medals.
A.measured B.praised C.tested D.increased
17、Randy did everything he could to reinforce his __________ with his kids.
A. bonds B. abstracts
C. burdens D. capability
18、Would you please ___ the paper for me and see if there are any obvious mistakes?
A.look around
B.look into
C.look up
D.look through
19、_______ made the teacher angry.
A.He being late
B.He be late
C.He was late
D.His being late
20、This article is quite _____ me. There are too many new words.
A.above
B.against
C.upon
D.beyond
21、 One of the most fundamental changes brought about in the last decade is the rise of remote learning. With the global climate crisis and health pandemics, remote learning has become even more relevant today. Schools, universities and corporates can continue affording education and training by remote technology in the time of social distancing due to the COVID-19 crisis. 【1】
Learn Anywhere, Anytime
Gone is the need to be on campus at a specific time of day and remain there for the duration of numerous classes. 【2】. More importantly, it has also made learning a practical choice for many rural communities who are unable to travel the vast distances to school every day and to remote teams working for companies located afar.
【3】
When it comes to learning, one size doesn’t fit all. People have varied learning styles that change depending on the nature of the content they are trying to absorb.【4】, focusing on areas that need greater attention in more detail. Also, rather than being a one-way path where the learner listens and takes in information, online training means that learners can pursue areas that interest them in more detail.
Better Engagement
【5】. One of the strengths of E-Learning is the diverse nature in which the course content is delivered. Learners are now used to and expect interactivity(互动). Some online learning communities allow trainers to provide multimedia recording to make training more engaging. With the game engine, they also have the option to gamify content and include rewards once sections are completed for young employees and fresh graduates who might have just passed out from school and are still transitioning to the corporate world. Quizzes, polls, and discussion boards also mean trainees get to discuss content and interact with one another.
A.E-Learning gives people the flexibility to be able to learn at home, anytime they want.
B.Personalized Learning Experience
C.Learn more in detail
D.E-Learning allows learners to personalize their education
E.Nearly 30 percent of learners, or more than six million students, having taken at least one course online.
F.Overall, there are a few core reasons to opt (选择) for remote learning.
G.Keeping learners engaged throughout the training is one of the key struggles
22、At the beginning of the World Series of 1947,I experienced a completely new emotion,when the National Anthem was played. This time,I thought,it is being played for me,as much as for anyone else.This is organized major league baseball,and I am standing here with all the others;and everything that takes place includes me.
About a year later,I went to Atlanta,Georgia,to play in an exhibition game.On the field,for the first time in Atlanta,there were Negroes and whites.Other Negroesbesides me.And I thought: What I have always believed has come to be.
And what is it that I have always believed? First,that imperfections are human.But that wherever human beings were given room to breathe and time to think,those imperfections would disappear,no matter how slowly.I do not believe that we have found or even approached perfection.That is not necessarily in the scheme of human events.Handicaps,stumbling blocks,prejudices — all of these are imperfect.Yet,they have to be dealt with because they are in the scheme of human events.
Whatever obstacles I found made me fight all the harder.But it would have been impossible for me to fight at all,except that I was sustained by the personal and deep-rooted belief that my fight had a chance.It had a chance because it took place in a free society.Not once was I forced to face and fight an immovable object.Not once was the situation so cast-iron rigid that I had no chance at all.Free minds and human hearts were at work all around me;and so there was the probability of improvement.I look at my children now,and know that I must still prepare them to meet obstacles and prejudices.
But I can tell them,too,that they will never face some of these prejudices because other people have gone before them.And to myself I can say that,because progress is unalterable,many of today's dogmas (教条)will have vanished by the time they grow into adults.I can say to my children: There is a chance for you.No guarantee,but a chance.And this chance has come to be,because there is nothing static with free people.There is no Middle Ages logic so strong that it can stop the human tide from flowing forward. I do not believe that every person,in every walk of life,can succeed in spite of any handicap.That would be perfection.But I do believe — and with every fiber in me — that what I was able to attain came to be because we put behind us (no matter how slowly) the dogmas of the past: to discover the truth of today;and perhaps find the greatness of tomorrow.
I believe in the human race.I believe in the warm heart.I believe in man's honesty.I believe in the goodness of a free society.And I believe that the society can remain good only as long as we are willing to fight for it — and to fight against whatever imperfections may exist.My fight was against the barriers that kept Negroes out of baseball.This was the area where I found imperfection,and where I was best able to fight.And I fought because I knew it was not doomed to be a losing fight.It couldn't be a losing fight-not when it took place in a free society.And in the largest sense,I believe that what I did was done for me — that it was my faith in God that sustained me in my fight.And that what was done for me must and will be done for others.
【1】Why did the author say he had experienced a completely new emotion?
A. Because he won game.
B. Because he was an American.
C. Because he could compete in the game and won the game.
D. Because the National Game was played for him.
【2】From the passage,we know that the author is ___________.
A. an African
B. a Chinese
C. a white man
D. a black man
【3】The author firmly believed that____________.
A. humans are imperfect if they all unite together to overcome the difficulties.
B. humans needn't approach perfect even if they can.
C. humans should face the obstacles and fight for it bravely.
D. humans are becoming kind and honest if they have freedom.
【4】We can infer from the passage that_________.
A. the fight between Negroes and Whites never ends
B. the civil war broke out because the Negroes fought for their freedom
C. In the past Negroes were kept out of baseball.
D. the fight ended up with a game.
【5】The underlined word ‘vanished’most probably means __________
A. disappear
B. increase
C. appear
D. happen
【6】The best title of this passage may be_________.
A. Nothing matters except fighting
B. Success lies in hard work
C. freedom is everything
D. Free Minds and Hearts makes a difference
23、When the holiday season comes, families in Southern California might be wondering what type of activity they can do. Here are some great choices.
The Polar Express Train Ride
For families that have to watch The Polar Express every year around the holiday season there is an interactive experience just for them. This magical one-hour trip to the North Pole features a read-along of the timeless story, hot chocolate, a golden ticket, and more delicious treats. Santa and his little helpers are also scheduled to come on board to greet the passengers and give each guest their first gift of Christmas, a sleigh bell, which everyone can keep.
Ice Skating at Santa Monica
During the holiday season, the whole family can enjoy a fun ice skating experience. The corner of Fifth Street and Arizona Avenue is completely changed into an outdoor skating area. The price includes an all-day skating pass and the family can stay for as long as they wish. It also provides local youths with an opportunity to learn how to skate.
LA County Parks Winter Wonderland
Los Angeles County Parks will host a Winter Wonderland with 40 to 80 tons of snow at 34 different parks. Parks After Dark welcomes people of all ages to the biggest event. The free event features photo opportunities, holiday treats, and a craft village where kids can decorate their own socks. The toy giveaways will be available while supplies last, for children up to 17.
Sawdust Winter Fantasy
If you’re looking for the best way to kick off the holiday season, check out Sawdust Winter Fantasy, where you can support local artists and get in the spirit of the holidays. This annual event features live music, delicious food and drinks, as well as 165 local artists with their unique products. It also has a Santa ready for portraits, magic acts, balloon artistry, puppet shows and more.
【1】What highlights the Polar Express Train Ride?
A.It offers every guest a Christmas gift.
B.It encourages every guest to read together.
C.It gives the guests a chance to learn ice skating.
D.It invites the guests to perform The Polar Express.
【2】What do we learn about LA County Parks Winter Wonderland?
A.It teaches children to create their festival clothes.
B.It provides children up to 17 with toy giveaways.
C.It’s meant to develop families’ skills in taking photos.
D.It’s aimed at spreading knowledge through fun activities.
【3】Which event best suits people interested in the works of local artists?
A.Sawdust Winter Fantasy.
B.Ice Skating at Santa Monica.
C.The Polar Express Train Ride.
D.LA County Parks Winter Wonderland.
24、Two towns in Boulder County, Colorado are struggling to recover after terrible wildfires destroyed nearly 1,000 buildings.
The Marshall fire and the Middle Fork fire began on Thursday morning as grass fires. Strong winds blowing at speeds of up to 175 kph helped feed the flames and spread them further. The fires spread through towns located between the larger cities of Boulder and Denver. Over 30,000 people were forced to leave Louisville, Superior, and two other nearby towns as the fire swept through the area.
By Friday morning, the wildfires had burned roughly 25 square kilometers. The Middle Fork fire was brought under control on Friday, but the Marshall fire was harder to stop Nearly 1,000 buildings were destroyed, including hundreds of homes, a hotel, and a shopping center.
In spite of the power of the wildfires, there have only been a few injuries. So far, no deaths have been reported. Authorities initially suggested that the fire may have been caused by power lines downed by the wind. But company Xcel Energy reported Friday that none of its power lines in the area where the fire began had been downed, throwing that explanation into question.
Surprisingly, snow began falling on Friday night, helping to put out the fire. But by Saturday, the snow and falling temperatures had begun to cause new problems. Many homes in the area were left with no electricity and no gas for heating. With temperatures around -14℃, water pipes began freezing and breaking in many of the homes that had survived the flames.
Many people are looking at the part the climate crisis played in this disaster. Wildfire season used to run from May to November, but that’s no longer true. Temperatures in the area have been unusually warm since July. Jennifer Balch,who’s a fire scientist,told the Denver Post, “Climate change is definitely a part of this story, in that fire seasons are 1onger.”
【1】How many towns were affected by the fires?
A.2.
B.3.
C.4.
D.5.
【2】What can be inferred about the fires?
A.They were put out at the same time.
B.It hasn’t been clear how they started.
C.They’re the worst wildfires in Colorado.
D.No one was injured or killed in the fires.
【3】Which of the following does Jennifer Balch agree with?
A.The wildfire season is shorter than before.
B.Boulder County is in urgent need of rain.
C.People are not prepared for extreme weather.
D.Climate change is to partially blame for the fires.
【4】Which can best describe what happened to Colorado recently?
A.It never rains but it pours.
B.Save for a rainy day.
C.Kill two birds with one stone.
D.Prevention is better than cure.
25、Whether it is tossing the Frisbee (掷飞盘) on the campus or representing your town in the local baseball league, sports remain prevalent in American society.
Athletics begin at a young age. As they learn to walk and talk, kids in America also learn to run, throw and kick. They are _________ to sports at a young age so that they form a habit of remaining _________ and fit, while also _________ themselves. Most towns offer a “Parks and Recreation” program, which sponsors various educational physical activities, such as sports summer camps or monthly hikes. _________, towns often create youth leagues that _________ children to complete against other towns. These programs, run by volunteers, stress not only skill development, but also values of _________ and enjoyment no matter what the outcome.
Athletics continue at more _________ levels throughout elementary school to university, with extracurricular programs playing a development role and training students to perhaps even eventually become _________.
At the professional level, spectator sports have become a staple (重要部分) of American tradition and culture. Families and friends gather around the television or endure hours of _________ to support their favorite teams, while these athletes are made into international celebrities.
Professional sports in the U.S. are largely __________ by the Big Four Leagues: the National Football League (NFL), Major League Baseball (MLB), the National Basketball Association (NBA), and the National Hockey League (NHL). With teams __________ major cities, these spectator sports draw large crowds and are followed almost __________ by some fans.
Soccer has __________ to rise to prominence in America; however, with their performance in the 2010 World Cup and more exposure to Europeans teams through the arrival of star such as David Beckham and Thierry Henry, Major League Soccer (MLS) in America as a spectator sport has certainly __________.
International competition is rare and often considered not as __________ as the domestic leagues. However, during the Olympics and the World Cup, Americans do rally around their countrymen to perform at the international level.
【1】
A.exposed
B.treated
C.devoted
D.attributed
【2】
A.young
B.active
C.hopeful
D.positive
【3】
A.enjoying
B.pushing
C.supporting
D.protecting
【4】
A.For example
B.However
C.Consequently
D.Furthermore
【5】
A.force
B.warn
C.allow
D.advise
【6】
A.sportsmanship
B.curiosity
C.creativity
D.citizenship
【7】
A.friendly
B.amateur
C.competitive
D.international
【8】
A.winners
B.professionals
C.managers
D.rivals
【9】
A.competition
B.traffic
C.labor
D.argument
【10】
A.divided
B.dominated
C.owned
D.followed
【11】
A.entering
B.representing
C.sponsoring
D.occupying
【12】
A.blindly
B.secretly
C.religiously
D.leisurely
【13】
A.attempted
B.refused
C.aimed
D.struggled
【14】
A.decreased
B.remained
C.slowed
D.grown
【15】
A.predictable
B.respectable
C.significant
D.extensive
26、书面表达
假设你是李华,你的美国朋友Jack 暂住在你家。 请你给下午3点半回家的Jack写个留言条,内容包括:
1. 你去机场接一位朋友下午5点才能回家,请他帮你收拾一下客厅;
2. 4点左右邻居李明要来归还一本书,请他代收;
3. 晚上大家一起外出吃饭给朋友接风。
注意:1. 词数120左右
2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
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