1、Neither your brother nor mine ________ the good news. Let’s tell them.
A.know
B.knows
C.had known
D.have known
2、_____the early flight,we ordered a taxi in advance and got up very early.
A. Catching B. To catch
C. Caught D. Catch
3、It is lucky we booked a room,or we________nowhere to stay now.
A. had B. had had
C. would have D. would have had
4、He was so busy. He cannot afford enough time with his son ________ he really wants to.
A.as if
B.even if
C.in case
D.before long
5、It’s not what we do but what we don’t do that makes us tired. In other words, the tasks we don’t complete cause the most_____.
A. anxiety
B. worry
C. concern
D. fatigue
6、Mozart’s house _______ he composed “The Magic Flute”is a museum now.
A.where B.when C.there D.which
7、—You’re two hours late!
—The car ______ halfway for no reason.
A.broke down
B.broke off
C.broke up
D.broke out
8、The saddest aspect of life right now is ________ science gathers knowledge faster than society gathers wisdom.
A.that
B.how
C.what
D.which
9、Do you know which president of the USA _____slavery?
A.abolished B.destroyed C.damaged D.hurt
10、 ____________ you are familiar with the author’s ideas, try reading all the sections as quickly as you possible can.
A. Now that B. Ever since
C. So that D. In case
11、________in the scandal, according to a recent report, is believed________the prime reason for the young senator to give up his political career.
A.Involved … to have been
B.Being involved … to be
C.Involving … to be
D.To be involved … to have been
12、At college, Barack Obama didn’t know that he the first black president of the United States of America.
A.was to become
B.becomes
C.is to become
D.became
13、---How was the Third World Intelligence Congress in Tianjin, Bella?
---Wonderful! It was the first time I ______ such intelligent robots.
A.has seen
B.has been seen
C.had seen
D.had been seen
14、It was in the early 1990s that cartoons began to take off in China, ________ there were only picture-story books.
A. where B. when C. after that D. before which
15、— You’d better not eat too much salt. It’s bad for your health.
— ______.
A.Not at all
B.You’re welcome
C.It doesn’t matter
D.Thanks for your advice
16、Some modern art is so abstract that the painter only concentrates on certain qualities of the object, using color, line and shape to them.
A. respect B. rescue
C. reason D. represent
17、China’s rich civilization ________ the world with a happy surprise at the opening ceremony of the 2008 Olympic Games.
A. showed B. attracted C. presented D. performed
18、Rafael Nadal is a tennis champion equipped with a big heart, to win and resolution to defeat all his opponents.
A.persuasion B.determination C.fascination D.accumulation
19、This special school accepts all disabled students, _______ educational level and background.
A. according to B. as a consequence of
C. in addition to D. regardless of
20、Is this the first time you _____ this film in this cinema with your parents?
A. have seen B. had seen
C. saw D. see
21、 Good day, everybody …
Just two weeks ago I shared some of my thoughts about the green economy in an event organised by Sciences Po and Ecolo Ethik in Paris. Inevitably my main messages will be repeated, but I hope they will be still fresh for such a young and fresh audience. You are future policy makers, leaders and active members of our society. I believe that you have a very important role to play in shaping this world, your own future.
On 7th June last year a scientific article in the journal Nature stated the following: “Today conditions are very different because global-scale forces including, but not limited to, climate change, have emerged as a direct result of human activities. Human population growth and per-capita consumption rate underlie all of the other present drivers for global change”.
The world’s population is increasing by about 140.000 people per day. In just 30 years - one generation - 2 billion people more will share the planet, which is more than the total amount of the population on the planet at the beginning of the 20th Century. On top of that, in just over 15 years from now, there will be an additional 3 billion middle class consumers, which corresponds to twice the total population at the beginning of the previous century.
Of course, this is great for those 3 billion whose living standards will rise, and for the businesses that will succeed in providing for those demands, but this will put great stress on many resources. We will need three times more resources -140 billion tons annually- by 2050. The demand for food, feed and fiber is projected to increase by 70%.
To put it simply: the world has changed. We are more interconnected and interdependent than ever. Many challenges, like climate change, disappearing biodiversity, scarce resources (like water, land or oceans), potential pandemics, poverty, global security … can only be addressed if we join our forces. Looking to the future, the “business as usual” scenario simply will not work. Transition from our current resource intensive growth model to a resource efficient growth model is absolutely necessary. It is actually inevitable for all our economies. For the first time, we humans, are affecting the balance of our planet.
For the past two centuries we have relied on an economic growth model based on cheap and abundant resources. This great acceleration has been a fantastic achievement of the generations of humans that have so successfully overcome so many obstacles to bring such unimagined health and prosperity. But we cannot go on growing in the resource-intensive way we did in the past; certainly not on a global scale. Today the richest 20% of the world consume about 60 times more than the poorest 20%. Just imagine the stress on the world’s resources if the rest of the world would live the same way as we do.
【1】Which of the following statements about the speech is true according to the passage?
A.It plays an important role in shaping young people’s future.
B.It is repeated in the event organized by Sciences Po and Ecolo Ethik.
C.It’ll hopefully make a difference to our green economy.
D.It is the second time it has been given about the green economy.
【2】Which of the following is the direct contributor to global change?
A.human population growth B.scarce resources
C.human activities D.financial and economic crisis
【3】The writer uses many figures in the passages four and five in order to ______.
A.better inform us the unbelievable growth of the planet’s population
B.better address the global challenges which we all face
C.better show us the consequences of our global change
D.better explain the result of human irresponsible activities
【4】Which of the following words has the closest meaning to the underlined word “obstacles” in the last paragraph?
A.standards B.difficulties C.resources D.successes
【5】The purpose of the passage is ______.
A.to advocate a resource efficient growth model
B.to raise our awareness of environmental protection
C.to explain effective keys to a green economy
D.to offer some advice on human daily activities
22、 Ecuador is one of the smallest countries in South Africa, but it definitely outshines its neighbors with impressive diversity and unique landscapes.
Explore the history of Quito
The capital of Ecuador stands at more than 2,850 meters above sea level, so be careful of altitude sickness if you're flying directly into the city. Quito consists of three different districts, including the Old Town, where you can see colonial (殖民地时期的)style architecture and churches.
Straddle (跨立于)the equator
As you may have guessed from the country's name, the equator actually cuts through Ecuador. The line just lies outside of Quito, at the spot where explorers calculated the line in 1736. These days, the spot is a tourist attraction with a painted yellow line indicating the equator.
Hike the Cotopaxi volcano
Standing at around 5, 897 meters above seal level, Cotopaxi is the world's third-tallest active volcano. It's also one of the few places worldwide where you'll find glaciers so close to the equator. Climbing the great snow-covered volcano is absolutely one of the highlights.
Explore the Amazon
The Amazon extends across Ecuador s eastern part and stretches into several other South American countries. The massive forest houses at least 10% of the world's species, including 1,600 different species of birds and plenty of mammals. Although Brazil's Manaus and Peru's Iquitos are more popular with travelers, Ecuador' s Lago Agrio is the cheapest gateway to the Amazon in South Africa.
【1】What can travelers do if they visit Ecuador according to the text?
A.Go surfing at a beach.
B.Try the thrilling skydiving.
C.Wander across the equator.
D.Take a close look at some wild animals.
【2】Why are people advised to enter the Amazon from Ecuador's Lago Agrio?
A.It offers a shorter way.
B.It is a much safer route.
C.They can spend less money.
D.They can enjoy more natural scenery.
【3】What do we know about Quito?
A.It is a newly-built city.
B.It is located on the plain.
C.There is a volcano near it.
D.It is made up of three different districts.
23、A recent study has shown that eating a small amount of dark chocolate every day could be good for your health. Scientists have found that a regular 2 ounces can help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of having a heart attack or stroke(中风)without any weight gain. But take care before you reach for a large bar. The effects are canceled out if more than 30 calories are taken into your body each day, the researchers warn.
It’s already known that a chemical called polyphenol(多酚), found in chocolate, can help reduce blood pressure, and blood pressure lowered in this way can reduce the risk of death from a stroke by 8 percent and from a heart attack by 5 percent, scientists declare. And it can also reduce the risk or death in general by 4 percent.
A daily diet with a little chocolate has the same effect with some special diets designed to lower blood pressure, according to one researcher. “Although all the degree of the blood pressure reduction is small, the effects are quite obvious,” the researchers said.
However, Sara Stanner, a nutritionist at the British Heart Foundation, is quite cautious. “This study suggests that small quantities of small chocolate might have good effects on blood pressure. However, it is important to remember that chocolate is also high in fat and calories. So eating much is not good for your heart.” “Polyphenols are also found in fruits and vegetables, which can be taken in without the risks associated with overintake,” she added.
But the German study shows that the fat content does not cancel out the good effects—at least where small amounts are concerned.
【1】How is Paragraph 2 developed?
A. By making comparisons. B. By listing figures.
C. By analyzing causes. D. By giving examples.
【2】What health benefits does dark chocolate have?
A. It lowers blood pressure heavily.
B. It may prevent heart attacks in a way.
C. It’s useful for controlling one’s weight.
D. It helps people strengthen their body.
【3】What do Sara Stanner’s words suggest?
A. Eating chocolate has no health benefits.
B. Dark chocolate is not so nutritious as expected.
C. The findings of scientist’s study are not scientific.
D. Eating fruits and vegetables may be a better choice.
【4】What will be discussed in the following passage?
A. Some details of the German study.
B. Benefits of fruits and vegetables.
C. Harm of overeating dark chocolate.
D. The proper amount of dark chocolate taken in.
24、Enjoy the beauty of summertime in Music City with these can’t-miss events.
June 18 Exhibition of elegance
The family-friendly event shows over 40 amazing cars ranging from the early to mid-twentieth century to be admired while you enjoy live music, local food, and more. Rounding out the fun-filled weekend is an 11-mile Tour d’ Elegance cruising (巡游) that car enthusiasts of all ages can enjoy.
Cheekwood Estate & Gardens; times vary; cheekwood.org
June 25 Monster Jam
Fans will witness pulse-pounding competitions among 12 skilled athletes fighting for the championship title. Before the main event, monster (怪物) truck lovers can take part in the popular Monster Jam Pit Party fan experience to see the huge trucks up close, meet the drivers, and take some photos to enjoy the family-friendly fun.
Nissan Stadium; 7 p. m.; monsterjam.com
June 26 Cochon 555’s Heritage Fire
The event will tour throughout nine cities nationwide and is devoted to the art, science, and technique of cooking sustainably sourced or locally produced food materials prepared by some of the top chefs in the country. With several unique cooking methods on show, there is a taste to satisfy every tongue.
Loews Vanderbilt Hotel Nashville; 5:45-8:00 p. m.; heritagefiretour.com
July 17 MayWe All
The highly expected world premiere (首映) of the musical arrives in Music City. MayWe All tells the story of Jenna Coates, a small-town girl who returns home after her big-city music career ends where she revisits her past to find a path to the future. The musical features songs from some of the country’s biggest stars including Brooks&Dunn, Chris Stapleton, and many more.
TPAC’s James K. Polk Theater; times vary; tpac.org
【1】What do the events on June 18 and June 25 have in common?
A.Car exhibitions.
B.Live music.
C.Family-friendly events.
D.Championship competitions.
【2】What’s the character of MayWe All?
A.It is about parenting education.
B.Its producer is Chris Stapleton.
C.It presents a kind-hearted girl.
D.Its songs are from many famous stars.
【3】Where will a cooking-lover go?
A.Nissan Stadium.
B.TPAC’s James K.Polk Theater.
C.Cheekwood Estate Gardens.
D.Loews Vanderbilt Hotel Nashville.
25、 One sunny afternoon, a seven-year-old girl went for a walk. She crossed a large area of grassland into the woods ______ she realized that she was lost.
Sitting on a rock and ______ what to do, she began crying. After a while, She ______ to walk along a wide path lined with tall trees and thick bushes. ______ it was getting dark, she saw a small, dark wooden house. She opened the door and ______ stepped in. Suddenly, she heard a strange noise, and she ran out of the door and back to the ______ . Cold and tired, she fell asleep near a ______.
The girl’s parents were out and her dog, Laddy, was at home. Laddy ______ that his mistress was in danger. He jumped ______ a window, breaking the glass. He looked in the fields. But he couldn’t find his mistress anywhere. However, from the ground came a____ scent (气味) as he lowered his head. He ______ the scent and walked across the grassland. Barking ______ into the air, the dog ______ through the woods until he found the ______. But the girl was not there, so he headed back to the woods. Much to his ______ , he saw his mistress’ blue shirt in the distance. He ______ over some bushes and saw the little stream, where the girl was ______ .
When she opened her eyes and______her dog standing beside her, the girl said, “you_____me, Laddy,” and she kissed him several times. Seeing their daughter and dog coming back, the parents burst into tears of ______. That night Laddy had a hero’s supper: a huge meal of steak.
【1】A.as B.while C.since D.before
【2】A.wondering B.remembering C.forgetting D.regretting
【3】A.preferred B.expected C.decided D.failed
【4】A.Until B.When C.If D.Because
【5】A.carelessly B.cautiously C.hopelessly D.unwillingly
【6】A.trees B.bushes C.grasses D.woods
【7】A.stream B.rock C.tree D.house
【8】A.heard B.sensed C.found D.smelt
【9】A.at B.through C.in D.onto
【10】A.terrible B.strange C.familiar D.pleasant
【11】A.missed B.discovered C.followed D.ignored
【12】A.loudly B.calmly C.merrily D.gently
【13】A.searched B.looked C.wandered D.travelled
【14】A.window B.girl C.hero D.house
【15】A.sadness B.disappointment C.embarrassment D.delight
【16】A.climbed B.jumped C.walked D.flew
【17】A.awake B.abandoned C.available D.asleep
【18】A.spotted B.saw C.observed D.watched
【19】A.rescued B.comforted C.disturbed D.scared
【20】A.pain B.shock C.sorrow D.relief
26、人们对于学生网上交友持不同意见。请你用英语写一篇关于学生网上交友的短文,介绍人们的不同观点,并表达自己的看法
●赞成的理由 :1.广交朋友 2.可自由表达思想 3.利于外语学习
●反对的理由 :1.浪费时间 2.影响学习 3.可能上当受骗
●你的看法
注意:1.文章必须包括上述全部内容。
2.词数为100左右。
3.参考词汇:网络朋友 on-line friend(s) 上当受骗 to be cheated
浪费时间 a waste of time 有意义 meaningful
4.文章开头已经给出,不计入总字数
Should students make friends on line?Some people say yes .
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