微信扫一扫
随时随地学习
随时随地学习
1、How happy we are! The holiday we have been looking forward _______ at last.
A.to has come B.having come
C.to having come D.has come
2、Stepping out of your comfort zone means ________ yourself to do something you are not good at.
A．forcing
B．being forced
C．to be forced
D．to force
3、—Did you remember to give Mary the money you owed her?
—Yes, I gave it to her ________ I saw her.
A．while
B．suddenly
C．the moment
D．once
4、People were ____________ about what they should eat to stay healthy.
A.confusing B.confuse C.confused D.to confuse
5、There was a________look on his face when he met the________problem.
A. confused; confusing B. confused; confused
C. confusing; confused D. confusing; confusing
6、People all think it strange that the boy should tell what’s written on the paper in another room without looking at it. It really ________ explanation.
A. prevents B. challenges C. interrupts D. confuses
7、— Coach, can I continue with the training?
— Sorry, you can't, as you haven't __________ from the knee injury.
A. accused
B. contrasted
C. recovered
D. conducted
8、— It's Mary's own fault if she feels ________ at the party.
— She makes no effort to be friendly to people.
A. cut out B. stood out
C. left out D. made out
9、On her next birthday, Jane ______married for thirty years.
A. is B. will be
C. has been D. will have been
10、J.K. Rowling, the ________ of Harry Potter, has gone through many difficulties in her writing.
A．car
B．hint
C．poster
D．author
11、Africa is a very _____ continent， with each country， or even each part of a country having its own unique culture．
A． diverse B． abstract C． remote D． vacant
12、________ has been four years ________ we met last time.
A．It; since
B．There; before
C．It; when
D．There; after
13、When I retire, I plan to photography as my new hobby and use my free time to travel around the world and all the stunning landscapes.
A．take on; take in
B．take up; take in
C．take on; take up;
D．take up; take down
14、In order to ensure success we must have a complete and ________ plan.
A．ambitious
B．fundamental
C．thorough
D．consistent
15、Only 12 of the 140 passengers ____________ in the plane crash.
A.protested B.controlled C.survived
16、 He didn’t make ________ clear when and where the meeting would be held.
A．this
B．that
C．it
D．these
17、What a pity! The parents could have survived the earthquake __________ to save their child.
A.hadn’t they come back B.have they come back
C.didn’t they come back D.did they come back
18、Ms. Oyeymi, _____________ mother is training to become a driver for London Underground, began writing at the age of seven.
A.who B.whose C.where D.why
19、Nothing can________planes in speed(速度) and comfort(舒适).
A.equal B.honour C.match with D.compare to
20、Selecting a digital camera for personal use is no easy task because technology _____ so rapidly.
A.is developing B.has developed
C.will have developed D.will develop
21、The Best Books of This Year
The Last Time I lied, by Riley Sager
$ 16 at the bookshop
Back when Emma was a kid at Camp Nightingale, three of her friends disappeared while playing the classic game of Two Truths and a Lie. Now, making waves in the art world, Emma’s invited back to camp to be the new painting instructor and she uses the position to find out what really happened to her friends all those years ago.
Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants , by Ann Brashares
$ 10 at the bookshop
Long-time fans of the classic series won’t forget that in the first Sisterhood , many of Bridget’s chapters take place while she attends a soccer camp in Baja, California. There she falls for dreamy coach Eric. Sisterhood is a classic for a reason thanks to the realistic, devoted friendships between the girls.
Flamer, by Mike Curato
$ 17 at the bookshop
Illustration (插图) novel Flamer follows Aiden Navarro through the summer camp between middle school and high school where everything feels new and different, like his whole world is changing. As Aiden tries to avoid bullies (欺凌) and fights, he also bonds with Elias and starts questioning his belief.
You Have a Match, by Emma Lord
$ 18 at the bookshop
Abby signs up for a DNA test only to learn that she actually has a secret sister, named Savvy. She has no idea why her parents gave Savvy up for adoption, so Abby finds herself at a summer camp with Savvy, and a whole bunch of questions she’d really like answers to. Sweet and full of exciting moments, You Have a Match is as sweet as a candy.
【1】Which book is suitable for picture book lovers?
A．Flamer.
B．You Have a Match.
C．The Last Time I Lied.
D．Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants.
【2】Which author’s book is the most expensive?
A．Riley Sager.
B．Mike Curato.
C．Emma Lord.
D．Ann Brashares.
【3】What do these four books have in common?
A．They’re all about science.
B．They all cover family life.
C．They all talk about friendship.
D．They have something to do with camps.
22、People often talk about cultural differences between western and eastern countries, but how about the western world itself? Surprisingly, a closer look at it can reveal a good many curious details.
The most obvious characteristic of the majority of Americans is that they smile a lot. It does not matter whether they have a strong reason to smile; they do it, sometimes simply because they have to. A smile is not just a powerful marketing tool but also a way to show that someone is friendly, and that life in general is fine. Europeans, on the contrary, prefer to keep a more neutral (不带感情色彩的) facial expression. They smile mostly when they are in a good mood, or feel amused; if not, a European’s face will remain neutral, or even dull. In Russia, for example, there is a proverb, saying that laughing for no reason is a sign of a fool. It does not mean that Europeans are serious, or that they do not have a sense of humor.
The same refers to communication in general. Americans are extremely communicative; small talks and chats are common. Europeans talk mostly when there is something to say, and rarely enter communication just for the purpose of talking to other people. American people prefer to express what they think carefully, considering how it might affect surrounding people. Europeans are more straightforward, even with unfamiliar people. A European friend will almost always voice his opinion on different occasions, and will not hesitate to remind you that you need to lose some weight or take a shower.
It can be said that Americans are people of contrasts. They are open-minded, flexible, and ready to accept everything new enthusiastically; but at the same time, American society manages to bring up unbelievable conservatives. Americans are extremely politically correct, which, in most cases, is indeed a secure and beneficial practice, but it can also mess up daily or even private communication, sometimes preventing having close relationships. Europeans, on the contrary, are more straightforward, preferring to tell the truth in direct ways. Each way of communication is different—neither is correct or incorrect.
【1】What does the author say about smiling?
A．It is a powerful marketing tool across cultures.
B．It is culture-related within western countries.
C．It is thought of as a sign of a fool in America.
D．It is regarded as a social necessity in Europe.
【2】What is typical of Europeans’ communication?
A．Beating around the bush.
B．Hiding their feelings carefully.
C．Expressing themselves openly.
D．Having small talks and chats.
【3】What does the underlined word “it” in the last paragraph refer to?
A．Being politically correct.
B．Being straightforward.
C．Accepting everything new.
D．Raising unbelievable conservatives.
【4】How is the text mainly developed?
A．By making comparisons.
B．By analyzing cause and effect.
C．By classifying body language.
D．By discussing research findings.
23、Tips for Green Travel with Kids
Traveling doesn’t mean letting go of all the eco-friendly choices we work so hard to achieve in our daily life. Here are a few tips for green travel with kids:
Booking nonstop flights whenever possible will reduce carbon emissions (碳排放). If the closest local airport doesn’t have nonstop flights to a certain place, check in with other local airports to see if nonstop flights are available.【1】
Whether you’re flying or driving, it’s easy when traveling to pull into fast food restaurants for snacks.【2】My kids love to help plan snacks. I let them create their own snacks for the trip at home.
Reusable water bottles are easy to bring along whenever you travel. At the airport, keep your reusable bottles empty until you have passed through the security (安检).【3】Single-use plastic water bottles create unnecessary waste and the plastic can be harmful to your health.
【4】Open a few windows and turn off the air conditioner. You should also help your children keep their good, green habits from home to place while traveling. Sometimes vacation can mean more than one shower each day — once in the morning and again after getting out of the pool. Pay attention to the number of showers and the length of showers.【5】
A．Too much carbon emissions seriously pollute the environment.
B．But you can pack healthy food before starting off.
C．In this way, you can save water and energy.
D．Fill them up on the other side of the security checkpoint.
E．Security check is a necessary part of each trip.
F．Save energy by turning off the hotel room lights when you head out for the day.
G．You might have to drive a bit further, but saving on carbon emissions makes it worthwhile.
24、Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards are among the most famous awards for student achievement in the literary and visual arts. Past winners include such short story masters as Donald Barthelme, Joyce Carol Oates, and Stephen King.
The contest offers several categories relevant to short story writers: short story, flash fiction, science fiction, humor, and writing collection（graduating seniors only）.
Who can enter? The contest is open to students in grades 9 to 12 （including homeschool-ers）in the US, Canada, or American schools abroad.
What do winners receive? The contest offers a variety of scholarships（some as high as $ 10,000）and cash awards （some as high as $ 1,000）at both the regional level and he national level. Winners may also receive certificates of recognition and opportunities for publication.
How are entries judged? The awards have three judging standards: originality, technical skill, and the reflection of a personal vision or voice. Be sure to read past winners to get an idea of what's been successful. The judges change every year, but they always include people who are highly accomplished in their field.
When is the deadline? Competition guidelines are updated in September, and submissions are usually accepted from September through early January. Regional Gold Key winners will automatically advance to the national competition.
How do I enter? All students begin by entering a regional competition based on their ZIP code. See the guidelines for additional information.
【1】What is uninvolved in the awards?
A．Employment.
B．Certificates.
C．Cash.
D．Scholarships.
【2】What does the author advise participants to do about entry judgments?
A．Consult previous judges.
B．Learn from famous writers.
C．Refer to previous winners.
D．Ask teachers of local schools.
【3】Which of the following will result in disqualification?
A．Writing a story of 120 words.
B．Entering the regional competition.
C．Mailing your entry on October 30.
D．Quoting plots from other writers' works.
25、 Serendipity - an unexpected delight – is the word that comes to mind when describing the seven-day hike my wife and I recently did in the wild and undeveloped northwest coast of Galicia, Spain.
Simply ________, anyone who is adventurous, loves traveling to Europe and is fit enough to do 10-mile hikes should seriously consider doing this hike.
Before this experience, I had never heard about On Foot Holidays programs that allow hikers to go at their own pace, with maps and detailed hiking ________, but without a guide or other travelers, while still enjoying a high level of local support.
What ________ caught my attention was an announcement about On Foot Holidays’ newest hike, the Lighthouse Way, which they described as a journey along“the last ________ coast of Europe.”This particular hike sounded both challenging and rewarding enough to ________ a try.
On Foot Holidays booked our lodging each night and ________ a taxi to take our baggage to the next destination, so we just had to carry our daypack essentials. Each day we ________ or spoke with the company’s local expert who was available ________ emergency, but whose main function was to keep us informed about the daily weather forecast and to make special taxi arrangements when we decided to ________ a couple of 14-mile hikes to less than 10 miles.
The ________ of the trails and scenery made every hike a delight. One of our hikes followed a narrow trail along a steep, rocky cliff ________ the steel-blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean that thrash against jagged rocks hundreds of feet below us. We stopped to picnic and watch the only living things we saw that whole day: a herd of goats above us, and a group of dolphins jumping in the waves below. In the distance, many of mountain peaks ________ sparkling wind turbines（涡轮机）like candles on a cake.
Silence and loneliness were the features of each day’s accommodation. The only sounds we heard were birds singing, the wind blowing through trees or the waves breaking against the shoreline. The air was clean and the temperature brisk, with frequent ________ of cloudy, cool, windy and rainy weather interspersed（点缀）with glorious bursts of sunshine.
There was remarkably little litter, the exception being spots along the shore where ocean currents ________ mostly fishing items.
My wife and I realized that we are pilgrims searching for meaning, awareness and joy on our journey through life, and our Galician hiking ________ had moved us further down that path in ways we won’t forget.
【1】A. lost B. moved C. urged D. put
【2】A. strings B. instructions C. devices D. materials
【3】A. initially B. gradually C. smoothly D. firmly
【4】A. recommended B. developed C. unspoiled D. discovered
【5】A. warrant B. provide C. imagine D. evaluate
【6】A. prepared for B. arranged for C. paid for D. turned to
【7】A. negotiated B. discussed C. contacted D. texted
【8】A. in addition to B. in need of C. in case of D. in favour of
【9】A. shorten B. extend C. decrease D. expand
【10】A. appearance B. variety C. character D. route
【11】A. displaying B. reflecting C. following D. overlooking
【12】A. established B. lightened C. sported D. structured
【13】A. changes B. intervals C. adaptions D. interactions
【14】A. stretched B. withdrawn C. floated D. deposited
【15】A. experience B. technique C. investigation D. experiment
26、阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
One day last December, Flores Gonzalez, the mother of a four-year old girl Luna, came up with the idea of having the girl send a letter to Santa by balloon, saying that Santa would grab the balloon while he flew through the air on his sled.
The girl was excited. Flores helped her compose the letter, writing down all the things she dreamed Santa might bring her, and then put the notes into festive red balloons. Flores then took her outside to release the wish to the universe. “Bye, balloon!” the girl called waving as the balloon floated away, sailing above the trees and into the sky.
Some days later, Alvin Bamburg, 66, was deep in the woods in Grand Cane, Louisiana when something drew his attention. Caught in a fallen tree, it looked like litter. But Bamburg couldn’t help picking it up. “God just told me” he said.
As Bamburg approached, he saw that the object was a broken balloon. Attached was a piece of paper decorated with sparkly star stickers. It was a child’s Christmas wish list.
“Dear Santa” the handwritten note read. “My name is Luna. I am four years old. I live in Liberal, Kansas. This year I have been nice. I would like candy, Spider-Man ball, Frozen doll, puppy, My Little Pony. With love Luna.”
Bamburg’s heart pounded in his chest. Ever since he was a child, he had dreamed of this very scene. “Years ago,” he says,“classes at school released balloons with notes. I’ve always wanted to find one.” He believed this was his childhood wish coming true. And he knew he was going to make Luna’s wish come true too. He just wasn’t sure how. Liberal, Kansas, is more than 350 miles from Grand Cane, Louisiana. But Bamburg’s wife, Lee Ann, was not discouraged by the distance. As a keen Internet user, she had seen other people find all sorts of connections on the Internet and thought it might help her husband find Luna.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为 150 左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Alvin also thought it was a good idea.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Several days later, the couple got out of the car with presents in front of the girl’s house.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
邮箱： 