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1、The teacher, together with the students ____________ reading Writing Skills that _______ newly published in America.
A. are; were B. is; were
C. are; was D. is; was
2、The store ______ to refund your money if you are not satisfied with your purchase.
A.guarantees B.proposes C.ceases D.threatens
3、The children________lost in the woods; otherwise, they would have been at the lakeside camp as scheduled.
A. must have got B. must get
C. should have got D. should get
4、She was ________ a medal as a ________ for her courage.
A.rewarded, awarded B.awarded, reward
C.awarded, prices D.priced, awarded
5、Don’t worry. I’m sure your missing glasses will ____sooner or later.
A.stand out B.turn up C.turn out D.come up
6、 ______ is recorded in the history book, Diaoyu Island has belonged to China since ancient times.
A. As B. That
C. It D. What
7、Try not to cough more than you can _______ since it may cause problems to your lungs.
A.check B.allow C.stop D.help
8、The report aims to explain how these conclusions ______.
A. were reached
B. had been reached
C. have reached
D. had reached
9、An ecosystem consists of the living and nonliving things in an area ________ interact with one another.
A.that B.where C.who D.what
10、We are ________ for Tibet, a place well ________ a visit.
A．fond; worthy
B．apart; worthwhile
C．bound; worth
D．aboard; worthy
11、We will feel ________ if the music sounds ________.
A．relaxed; relaxed
B．relaxed; relaxing
C．relaxing; relaxing
D．relaxing; relaxed
12、Even if he has been a teacher for 20 years, Peter has a good and serious attitude towards his work, for which he gains a lot of ________.
A.competence B.motivation C.expectation D.recognition
13、—Mike, it’s really impossible for us to get to the railway station in time!
—How I wish I could stop the train ________ it.
A. catch B. to catch C. catching D. caught
14、—The service is very wonderful and the weather is quite fine.
—Yes, this holiday is so great, we have never had _________ before.
A．the better one
B．a good one
C．a better one
D．the best one
15、Bill was doing a lot of physical exercise to build up his ______
A. ability B. force
C. strength D. mind
16、The “Chinese Dream” is _______ dream to improve people’s well-being and ____ dream of harmony, peace and development．
A．the; a B．a; a
C．a; the D．the; the
17、In the spring, a season ________ we are learning new rhythms of life，many of us find comfort in the natural world.
A．when
B．where
C．what
D．which
18、The big box ________ on and I ________ on it.
A. is used to sitting; am used to sitting B. is used to sit; am used to sit
C. is used to sitting; am used to sit D. is used to sit; am used to sitting
19、Don't go jumping to conclusions; it would seem ______________ to do more research before we wrap up the project．
A.conclusive B.competent C.sensible D.sensitive
20、Although he was seriously __________, he went on to fight heroically.
A. injured B. wounded C. hurt D. harmed
21、People have wondered for a long time how their personalities and behaviors are formed. It’s not easy to explain why one person is intelligent and another is not, or why one is cooperative and another is competitive.
Social scientists are, of course, extremely interested in these types of question. They want to explain why we possess certain characteristics and exhibit certain behaviors. There are no clear answers yet, but two distinct schools of thought on the matter have developed. As one might expect, the two approaches are very different from each other, and there is a great deal of debate between proponents of each theory. The argument is often conveniently referred to as nature vs. nurture.
Those who support the “nature” side of the conflict believe that our personalities and behavior patterns are largely determined by biological and genetic factors. That our environment has little, if anything, to do with our abilities, characteristics and behavior is central to this theory. Taken to an extreme, this theory maintains that our behavior is predetermined(注定)to such a great degree that we are almost completely governed by our instincts(本能).
Proponents of the “nurture” theory, or, as they are often called, behaviorists, claim that our environment is more important than our biologically based instincts in determining how we will act. Behaviorists see humans as beings whose behavior is almost completely shaped by their surroundings. Their view of the human being is quite mechanistic; they maintain that, like machines, humans respond to environmental stimuli (something that helps sb./ sth. to develop better and more quickly)as the basis of their behavior.
The social and political connections of these two theories are significant. In the United States, for example, blacks often score below whites on standardized intelligent test. This leads some “nature” proponents to conclude that blacks are genetically worse than whites. Behaviorists, in contrast, say that the differences in scores are due to the fact that blacks are often robbed of many of the educational and other environmental advantages that whites enjoy, and that, as a result ,they do not develop the same responses that whites do.
Neither of these theories can yet fully explain human behavior. In fact, it is quite likely that the key to our behavior lies somewhere between these two extremes. That the argument will continue for a long time is certain.
【1】The author is mainly concerned about solving the problem .
A. why our personalities and behaviors differ
B. what makes different stages of intelligence
C. how social scientists form different theories
D. what causes the “nature/ nurture” argument
【2】The underlined word “proponents” can best be replaced by .
A. approaches B. advocates
C. principles D. characters
【3】Which of the following statements may be supported by the “nature” school?
A. We are born with certain personalities and behaviors.
B. Environment has nothing to do with our personalities.
C. Abilities and characteristics are showed by behaviors.
D. Only extreme behaviors are determined by instincts.
【4】 What can we learn about the behaviorists?
A. They believe human beings are mechanical.
B. They compare our behaviors to the machines.
C. They suggest that we react to the environment as the machines do.
D. They agree that the mechanistic theory can be applied on us as well.
22、When robots and humans interact in a shared environment, it is important for them to move in ways that prevent conflicts or accidents. To reduce the risk, roboticists have developed numerous techniques that monitor an environment, predict the future actions of humans, identify safe trajectories (轨迹) for a robot and control its movements accordingly.
Predicting human behavior and movements, however, can be incredibly challenging. Determining the future movements of a robot, on the other hand, could be far easier. If human users could anticipate the movements of robots and the effects these will have on the surrounding environment, they should then be able to easily adapt their actions in order to avoid accidents .
With this in mind, researchers at Kyushu University in Japan recently created a near-future perception system named Previewed Reality that allows human users to forecast future changes in their environment, which could then inform their decisions and guide their actions. This system compiles a data-set containing information about the position of objects, humans and robots within the same environment, to then produce simulations (模拟) of events that could take place in the near future. These simulations are presented to human users via Virtual Reality (VR) or Augmented Reality (AR) headsets.
To collect information about the position of different objects, robots, and humans in a shared environment, the researchers used a number of strategically placed sensors, including optical trackers that monitored the movements of objects or robots, and a RGB-D camera which mainly tracked human actions. The data gathered by the sensors was then fed to a motion planner and a dynamics simulator. Combining these two system components allowed the researchers to forecast changes in a given environment and synthesize (合成) images of events that are likely to occur in the near future, from the viewpoint of a specific human. Human users could then view these synthesized images simply through a VR headset or an AR display.
“This system provides human-friendly communication between a human and a robotic system.” the researchers explained. In their next studies, they plan to expand and simplify the perception system, for instance by creating a lighter and more affordable version that can be accessed on smart phones or other portable devices.
【1】Why did the researchers develop the system?
A．To predict future changes in human behavior.
B．To record developments in the field of robotics.
C．To enhance safety of human-robot interactions.
D．To make good use of virtual reality technology.
【2】What is special about Previewed Reality?
A．It simulates near-future events via VR headsets.
B．It enables human users to perceive future events.
C．It guides robots to track humans’ movements easily.
D．It helps determine the location information of objects.
【3】What is paragraph 4 mainly about?
A．Functions of various sensors.
B．New ways to synthesize images.
C．The structure of Previewed Reality.
D．The working process of Previewed Reality.
【4】What might the researchers do in the future?
A．Promote the new version through advertising.
B．Test this perception system with smart phones.
C．Apply some new techniques to robotic systems.
D．Make the system accessible on portable devices.
23、Strangers Under the Same Roof
Does every dinner with your parents seem to turn into an argument? Have your once warm and open conversations become cold and guarded? Do you feel that you just cannot see eye to eye with them on anything? You are not alone. Heated arguments and cold silences are common between teenagers and their parents.
Teenagers' physical changes may result in such family tensions. You may feel anxious that you are developing at a different rate to your friends, shooting up in height or getting left far behind. You might worry about your changing voice, weight problems or spots（粉刺）.When it all gets too much, your parents are often the first targets of your anger.
It can be a big headache to balance your developing mental needs too. You enter a strange middle ground --- no longer a small child but not quite an adult. You have both a new desire for independence and a continued need for your parents' love and support. You feel ready to be more responsible and make decisions on your own. Unfortunately, your parents do not always agree and that makes you feel unhappy. "Why can't they just let me go?" you may wonder. On the other hand, when you are struggling to control your feelings, you wish they could be more caring and patient---sometimes they forget that growing up is a rough ride. It can be difficult when your parents treat you like a child but expect you to act like an adult. All of this can lead to a breakdown in your relationship.
Although sometimes it may seem impossible to get along as a family, you can take action to improve the situation. The key to keeping the peace is regular and honest communication. When you disagree with your parents，take a minute to calm down and try to understand the situation from their point of view. Perhaps they have experienced something similar and do not want you to go through the same pain. After you have thought it through, explain your actions and feelings calmly, listen carefully，and address their concerns. Through this kind of healthy discussion, you will lean when to back down and when to ask your parents to relax their control.
Just remember that it is completely a common thing to struggle with the stress that parent child tensions create, and that you and your parents can work together to improve your relationship. The good news is that this stormy period will not last. Everything will turn out all right in the end, and the changes and challenges of your teenage years will prepare you for adulthood.
【1】The first paragraph is mainly introducing ___________.
A．the importance of close family relationships
B．the quarrels between teenagers and their parents
C．the wall of trust between parents and their teenagers
D．the common conversations between parents and children
【2】What mainly causes the teenagers family tensions according to the author?
A．Their parents' attitude towards them.
B．Parents' strict control over their teenagers.
C．Parents' expectation on their children's development.
D．Teenagers' physical changes and their mental needs.
【3】What would the author agree according to the passage?
A．Parents should let go of the control over their teenagers.
B．Teenagers should always follow their parents' points of view.
C．Parents and teenagers should always keep open conversations.
D．Teenagers should not depend on their parents' love and support.
【4】The author thinks the stress that family tensions cause is ___________.
A．normal
B．terrible
C．avoidable
D．natural
24、 A ten-year-old from Howell, Michigan is being praised as a hero thanks to his persistence (坚持) that led to saving the life of an elderly neighbor. The event happened late in an evening when Danny DiPietro was being driven home from hockey practice by his mom.
That’s when the young boy noticed an open garage (车库) and a figure (身影) that he believed was a dog outside an apartment building near his house. Given the freezing cold weather, the young boy got a feeling that something was not right. But instead of dismissing it like most kids his age would have, he insisted that his mother, Dawn, find out what was going on.Dawn tried to make Danny believe that no one would leave a dog out in such cold weather, but he refused to take no for an answer.
Dawn finally gave in and decided to drive to the area with the family dog and see if there was any truth to Danny’s hunch (直觉). Sure enough, as she got closer to the apartment building she noticed a garage that was wide open and someone waving madly for help. Upon getting there, she realized that it was not a dog the young boy had seen, but Kathleen St. Onge. The 80-year-old had fallen down on some ice in her garage and had been lying there for two hours, unable to get up.
Dawn rushed home to get her husband to help and called 911. The two then returned with some blankets to cover Ms. St. Onge, while they waited for the ambulance (救护车) to arrive. Though still in hospital, the elderly woman is recovering well and forever grateful to Danny, for following up on his hunch!
【1】When seeing a figure in an open garage, Danny ________.
A.recognized it was an old man B.thought it was a homeless dog
C.realized something was wrong D.believed it was nothing important
【2】Which of the following can best describe Danny?
A.Brave and patient. B.Friendly and honest.
C.Considerate and optimistic. D.Persistent and warm-hearted.
【3】What could be the best title for the text?
A.Always follow your hunch.
B.Be ready to help save the elderly.
C.Unknown hero brings love and hope.
D.10-year-old saves elderly neighbor’s life.
25、The earthquake was over and the city was in ruins.
I had no choice but to walk home as all the ______ had stopped as a result of the quake. On my way home I ______ an old lady at a bakery giving out free bread, which made my heart ______. A man was holding a sign saying, "Please use our ______." He was ______ his house for people to go to the restroom.
My friend, ______ wanted to be of help to others, stood in the cold with a sign "If you don't ______ a motorcycle, I'll be glad to drive you home." And then I saw him pick up an old man and drive him all the way to a faraway place!
Then the next day I drove to have my car ______. There was not enough ______ now and many gas stations were closed or had very ______ lines. I got worried, since I was ______ fifteen cars. Finally, when my ______ came, the man smiled and said," ______ this situation, we are only giving $ 30 worth of gas per person. Is that alright?" ______. It's nice that we are all able to ______, " I said. His smile gave me so much comfort.
At the escape center I saw a man ______ when people brought food to him. It was the first time in three days that food had been brought to their center. However, after he cleaned up the tears, his next ______ surprised me. "I am very ______ that we are provided with food. But people in the city next to us haven't ______ any food at all. Please go to that center as well." Hearing that, I realized there was a bright future on the other side of this ______.
【1】
A．life
B．business
C．rescue
D．traffic
【2】
A．noticed
B．missed
C．ignored
D．caught
【3】
A．kind
B．broken
C．warm
D．empty
【4】
A．hotel
B．toilet
C．hospital
D．school
【5】
A．opening
B．selling
C．repairing
D．building
【6】
A．who
B．whom
C．which
D．he
【7】
A．buy
B．care
C．matter
D．mind
【8】
A．used up
B．taken up
C．filled up
D．washed away
【9】
A．gas
B．information
C．food
D．water
【10】
A．direct
B．fine
C．long
D．thin
【11】
A．behind
B．between
C．among
D．beneath
【12】
A．time
B．turn
C．duty
D．decision
【13】
A．Except for
B．Together with
C．Instead of
D．Because of
【14】
A．Not at all
B．Of course
C．No way
D．Never mind
【15】
A．share
B．offer
C．learn
D．choose
【16】
A．crying
B．eating
C．smiling
D．singing
【17】
A．ways
B．roles
C．words
D．promises
【18】
A．sure
B．grateful
C．surprised
D．proud
【19】
A．bought
B．wasted
C．prepared
D．received
【20】
A．disaster
B．chance
C．city
D．center
26、假定你是李华，在美国某高中做交换生，对你所租借的小区物业管理有些不满，请你用英语给物业经理写一封意见信，内容包括：
1.车辆停放较乱；2.垃圾没有及时清理；3.你的建议。
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