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1、---What do you think of Cristiano Ronaldo’s signing for Juventus?
---His experience and range of skills will add a new________ to the team.
A. extension B. foundation
C. occupation D. dimension
2、Had you listened to the doctor, you ____ all right now.
A．are
B．were
C．would have been
D．would be
3、President Xi Jinping appeared at Saturday's state dinner hosted by the Dutch royal family in a traditional Chinese suit ,which displayed the leader's national pride and confidence in Chinese culture.
A capable B. significant
C. formal D. authentic
4、He is a newcomer in the team，but I have the __________ that I’ve seen that man before.
A． function B． impression
C． comprehension D． association
5、A Chinese company has created a new facial recognition system that can identify people ______ they are wearing masks.
A.provided that B.in case C.as though D.even if
6、I haven’t decided which hotel ______; I’ll let you know by tomorrow.
A．to stay
B．stayed at
C．to stay at
D．staying
7、Robert is interested in ________ astronomy and he wishes he could make a trip into ________ space one day.
A．the, the
B．an, the
C．an, /
D．/, /
8、________ the students’ real life, the movie is said to be fantastic.
A.Based by B.Basing by
C.Based on D.Basing on
9、Nature can set a sky aflame at sunset or magically ________ a familiar landscape into a snow-white wonderland.
A．transfer
B．transplant
C．transform
D．transport
10、It was ________ he said________disappointed me at that time.
A．what; that
B．that; that
C．what; what
D．that; what
11、He arrived at the office, __________.
A．was tired and hungry
B．being tired and hungry
C．tired and hungry
D．tiredly and hungrily
12、He decided to ________ the rest of his life to scientific investigation.
A．approve
B．cherish
C．devote
D．digest
13、There are other languages that sound extremely different, ________ they’re conveying exactly the same meaning.
A.as though B.even though C.so that D.in that
14、Without coconuts, most of the tropical islands in the South Pacific ________ uninhabitable for both animals and people.
A.must have remained B.may have remained
C.need have remained D.would have remained
15、____ back, few could have predicted “.com” would become one of the biggest cultural touchstones (试金石) of the century.
A．Looking B．Looked
C．To look D．Having looked
16、A thick, dark layer of smoke is _____ much of Los Angeles and the cause of the fire is unknown.
A．securing
B．ensuring
C．blanketing
D．burning
17、Washington, a state in the United States, was named _________ one of the greatest American presidents.
A．in honour of
B．instead of
C．in favour of
D．by means of
18、Many applicants have ________ to the company for the only position available.
A. arranged B. approached
C. applied D. appointed
19、Who doesn’t hate him________knows how cruel he is?
A．whom
B．who
C．that
D．as
20、We were outnumbered (人数占少) and surrounded. Such being _____, we had to surrender.
A.the case B.the claim C.the start D.the status
21、 Letters
Comments on the March Issue
40 Smart Ways to Save at the Supermarket Your caution not to fall for fake sales reminded me of when I was a stock boy at my neighborhood grocery in the 1950s. One time, we got a delivery of off-band vegetables. I priced them at ten cents a can. I don’t think we sold more than six cans -- until I put up sign that said “Special: Nine for $1.” I set them out Thursday evening, and by noon on Saturday they were gone. Edward Deckerd, Perrywille, Missouri | Trapped Inside a Glacier Reading about John All’s experience on Mount Himlung was very inspiring to me. A man with 15 broken bones and bleeding internally being able to climb up a 70-foot wall of ice and survive for 18 hours at 20,000 feet is something that I would have though to be impossible. I am 16 years old and a lifelong reader. Out of all the great content in Reader’s Digest, stories like his are the ones I enjoy the most. Sam Kieffer, Richardson, Texas |
Bill’s Last, Best Gift Track Grant’s article resonated（与……产生共鸣）deeply with me. Twelve years ago, my husband, Don, was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. As his caregiver, I, too, learned to appreciate the people and things around me and not to sweat the small stuff, and in the long run, I became a much better person. Don also gave me his last, best gift of love and peace. Antia Lawrence, San Diego, California | Dishes Professional Chefs Cook in the Microwave Microwaving live lobsters in inhumane and cruel. Because lobsters feel pain, Switzerland has recently outlawed the practice of boiling them live. A similar law was passed in Italy, where it is now illegal to put lobsters on ice before cooking them. I hope you provide an update to your story promoting humane practices instead of cruel and violent ones. Janet Toole, Phoenixville, Pennsylavnia |
【1】How did Antia Lawrence react to her husband’s diagnosis?
A.She felt very painful. B.She gained some life lessons.
C.She paid more attention to her own health. D.She showed deep sympathy for her husband.
【2】According to Sam Kieffer’s letter, what can be learn about John All?
A.He is an expert in mountaineering
B.He wrote the article entitled Trapped Inside a Glacier.
C.Not all people could survive in the same situation as he did.
D.His story is the best one that Sam Kieffer has ever read in Reader’s Digest.
【3】Who is likely to disagree with what is said in the commented article?
A.Edward Deckerd. B.Antia Lawrence.
C.Sam Kieffer. D.Janet Toole
22、Babysitter(保姆) Wanted
I am seeking a babysitter for my 6-month-old son. A few hours on Saturdays and Sundays to help me and then other times as needed. He or she should be over 18, responsible, loving, warm, and have some experience in caring for babies. This position also suits a college student with experience looking for a part-time job. The pay is $10 an hour.
If this sounds like a good job to you, please reply to rebecharv@aol.com or call 800-4964.
Office Manager Wanted
Our company is looking for a full-time experienced manager to run the business. Strong skills in organization and business management are required for this position. The office manager will be responsible for keeping financial (财务的) records, so he or she should be familiar with computers.
Please reply to jim@californiaaquatics.com or call 800-6978 to apply.
Waiter/ Waitress Wanted
A restaurant is looking for an experienced waiter / waitress. Knowledge of wines and experience in dining are necessary. Must work well under pressure and understand the basics (基本要素) of fine dining and customer service.
If you’re interested, please contact us at job-tkupe-1329358152@craigslist.org to apply.
This is a part-time job.
Office Cleaner Wanted
Looking for a Part-time job? A position in the Mississauga area needs an office cleaner! Part-time 4 hours a day from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
Duties include:
●Cleaning the washrooms
●Cleaning the furniture
●Sweeping the floors
●Other general cleaning experience is necessary. Pay: $15 per hour
Reply to:job-p3b7u-1365632206@craigslist.org or call 800-8197.
【1】Which of the following position is a full-time job?
A. Babysitter. B. Office manager.
C. Waiter / waitress. D. Office cleaner.
【2】If a college girl with some experience caring for children wants to apply for a job, where should she send an email?
A. job-p3b7u-1365632206@craigslist.org
B. job-tkupe-1329358152@craigslist.org
C. jim@californiaaquatics.com
D. rebecharv@aol.com
【3】What can we learn from the passage?
A. The office cleaner has to work three hours each day.
B. One can apply for a waiter or waitress by telephone.
C. A babysitter earns $5 more than an office cleaner per hour.
D. Experience is necessary for all these four jobs.
【4】Which of the following is necessary for a waiter / waitress?
A. Being familiar with computers.
B. Having knowledge of wines.
C. Knowing more about menus.
D. Working well with others.
23、阅读理解。
Here are some traditional German beer games .
Beer Boot Pass
A very , very popular game played in Germany is the beer boot pass ( Bier Boot ) , which has gained popularity all over the world . The game is usually played to pin the next round of beer on a person . In this , a full glass of beer is passed around in the group—there are some rules for this—it has to be tipped every time before it is passed and not a drop of beer must be spilled . The second-to-last person who finishes the beer must pay for the next round . The game then becomes all about judgment because either you drink the entire beer or have a sip and pass it on . You never know who the second to last person will be , so the uncertainty and excitement makes the game a favorite .
Beer Crate-Running
This is a traditional game that is extremely popular in Germany , Switzerland , and Austria , more popularly referred to as Kastenlauf . The game is similar to running a race , where a route is marked , ranging from anywhere between 5-12 km . Each participant brings a crate of beer ( the size and quantity will be specified ) . The first person who success fully finishes the entire crate of beer before getting to the finish line wins .
Flunkyball
This outdoor game is played with one team being matched against another , with equal numbers in both . The teams stand on opposite sides of the ground in a line , with their beers lined before them . An empty bottle or a tin can is placed in the center and another object ( used as an aim ) is brought in , something like a tennis ball . The first team ( A ) hits the ball onto the target to tumble（打翻）it . Once the bottle has tumbled , team A will start drinking their beers . Meanwhile , team B must run to the center , place the bottle upright , find the ball , and cross back into the line before yelling ‘ Stop ’ . Team A then stops drinking and team B starts to throw the ball at the bottle and carrying forward the game . The game continues till one team has finished all their beer and they are declared winners .
Drinking Relay
Divide the group of people into two teams and get them to stand in a line with beer placed in front of each member . At the blow of the whistle , the first person lifts the glass and starts drinking the beer . After he is done , he has to turn the glass over to show that there is no more beer in the glass . Then , the next person starts drinking and so on . The next in line can only drink when the first person has emptied his glass . The team whose last member empties the glass ahead of others wins .
Herman the German
Even though this game seems simple , it is a lot of fun . It runs on the lines of ‘ Who stole the cookie ’ . A person is chosen as ‘ Herman the German ’ ( HTG ) and he has to get the game running . The other members sit in a random manner and are given names , better if they are confusing names like China Port No. 1 , Rum Master Blaster etc . The game starts with HTG saying – “ HTG dropped a missile on China Port No. 1 , sir ” and China Port No. 1 has to reply with – “ It wasn’t me , sir . ” Then HTG replies – “ Who then , sir ” and it goes on . The sentence has to end with ‘ sir ’ and if it doesn’t , then the player has to down a beer . Similarly , if at any point the players fumble , they have to do the same . The tension makes the players forget things and there’s a whole lot of beer flowing as a result .
【1】Which two games have something to do with running ?
A. Beer Boot Pass and Beer Crate-Running
B. Flunkyball and Drinking Relay
C. Beer Crate-Running and Flunkyball
D. Drinking Relay and Herman the German
【2】The loser will have to buy beers for others in the game __________ .
A. Beer Boot Pass B. Beer Crate-Running
C. Flunkyball D. Drinking Relay
【3】A person with a good memory may have a advantage in playing __________ .
A. Beer Boot Pass B. Flunkyball
C. Drinking Relay D. Herman the German
【4】 Which of the following statements is listed as a rule of the games ?
A. Every person has to sip the beer when playing Beer Boot Pass .
B. The person who replies to HTG with “ sir ” at the end will be punished .
C. The team can start drinking their beers as soon as they throw the ball in Flunkyball
D. The team members have to drink their beers in turn when playing Drinking Relay .
24、Festive Frenzy
There is something about Christmas rush that makes us all a little unnerved. Even the most experienced cooks can find themselves under pressure when it comes to hosting a get-together. Organization is the key to success at Christmas time, especially if you’re hosting the big day. Staying focused, choosing a menu, deciding numbers and making a list are just a few of the things that will get you across the line. 【1】
SHOPPING
When you’ve had all of your guests invited, decide on your menu. Choose one that’s not too complicated, using easy-to-find ingredients well within your budget. Remember to set the menu around the versatility (多功能性) of your kitchen and how much space you have. 【2】 Therefore, in the weeks leading up to Christmas, if you see any food ingredients on special offer, you can grab them ahead of time. It’s also a must to pre-order at this time of the year—including the turkey, ham, tableware, gas, extra chairs, ice, etc.
PREPARATION
【3】 This doesn’t just include food. It also includes clearing the fridge and freezer space. Also think about how your guests will be served—by passing around platters on the table, or serving food that is pre-plated? If using platters, do you have enough platters to serve? Is your knife sharp enough to cave a turkey or ham? 【4】 Order your alcohol from a shop and have a one-on-one chat about how many bottles to serve your crowd of people. A refreshing cocktail is always a great way to serve a crowd—alcoholic or not!
COOKING
On Christmas Day, sometimes cooking is easier if you delegate (分派) a few recipe items out. A baked potato can easily be made read, and travel well. Then you just have to reheat. 【5】
A．After that, they can feel free to enjoy the feast.
B．A shopping list, written well in advance, is a must.
C．So ask family and friends to roll up their sleeves and help out.
D．After you’ve made your shopping list, write your preparation list.
E．It’s also a good idea to have a chat with an expert on drinks serving.
F．What you need to do then is to make full preparation before the guests are ready.
G．To ensure you enjoy Christmas ad not be stressed out, our foodies share their best tips.
25、A few years ago, my father arranged to send me a mail-order fruitcake at Christmastime. While I had recently settled in Manhattan with a good job, he _______my cupboards and refrigerator might be bare.
I was 44 then, and he was 72. He wanted me to have a particular brand of fruitcake. Made in Texas, it was famous among fruitcake lovers-or, _______ , among people who gave fruitcakes to those who were assumed to _______ them. "It reminds me of my mother's," he said. My grandmother's _______ , I later learnt, was a cake typical of the Great Depression Dad grew up in, made without sugar, butter or eggs.
_______ the fruitcake was his way of trying to take care of me from afar. Regardless of my _______ status, I was still his son. A fruitcake, in his mind, was a _______ Christmas gift: Fruitcake can fill your belly and has a long shelf life.
“It should arrive the first week of December,“ he said. "Let me know what you think _______ you get it." I was looking forward to _______ the flavors that transported him to his childhood. The first week of December passed with no sign of his fruitcake. ________ by holiday mail, I assumed.
He remained ________ the fruitcake would come by New Year's Eve. Yet, January, February, and March came and went with no fruitcake. Though my father ________ to ask about it, I never once considered lying and telling him the fruitcake had ________arrived and was delicious. Instead I said, “That cake is orbiting earth, and sooner or later it will ________ . ”
Early last December, nearly a year after my father died from a failing heart, I got a call saying, “You have a package. " I went downstairs to pick it up. The brown box had a FedEx label with a ________ address in Texas.
【1】
A．feared
B．sensed
C．complained
D．prayed
【2】
A．above all
B．in turn
C．at least
D．on the whole
【3】
A．take
B．love
C．need
D．possess
【4】
A．wish
B．recipe
C．version
D．faith
【5】
A．Making
B．Sharing
C．Delivering
D．Ordering
【6】
A．disadvantaged
B．middle-aged
C．emotional
D．personal
【7】
A．perfect
B．cheap
C．popular
D．delicate
【8】
A．unless
B．before
C．once
D．though
【9】
A．creating
B．sampling
C．exposing
D．spreading
【10】
A．Mixed
B．Burdened
C．Replaced
D．Delayed
【11】
A．skeptical
B．concerned
C．hopeful
D．interested
【12】
A．forgot
B．continued
C．managed
D．hesitated
【13】
A．finally
B．gradually
C．hardly
D．annually
【14】
A．rot
B．explode
C．melt
D．land
【15】
A．campus
B．file
C．destination
D．return
26、书面表达
假定你是李华，你的网友Susan写信给你，想要了解中国的传统节日。请根据写作提纲给她回信，介绍你最喜欢的传统节日——春节。
内容包括：1. 春节的重要性；
2. 主要庆祝活动和风俗习惯；
3. 邀请她来中国体验春节。
注意：字数100字左右。
参考词汇：对联couplet 压岁钱lucky money
Dear Susan,
Yours,
Li Hua
邮箱： 