1、I am impressed with China’s commitment to its climate goals, evidenced by the fact we are sure of ______ China has met its 2020 targets three years ahead of schedule.
A. that B. which
C. what D. where
2、To raise people’s _________ of the monarch butterfly, scientists have been doing researches on this wonderful creature.
A.awareness
B.impression
C.amazement
D.eagerness
3、—America had another 160,000 new COVID-19 cases yesterday.
—But ________ news is not ________shock to many Americans, they’re used to it.
A.the; a
B.the; the
C.a; a
D.a; the
4、________ makes our school famous is ________ more than 90% of the students have been admitted to universities.
A. What; that B. That; because
C. That; what D. What; because
5、A story goes ________ Elizabeth I of England liked nothing more than being surrounded by clever and qualified noblemen at court.
A.when
B.where
C.what
D.that
6、The saddest aspect of life right now is ________ science gathers knowledge faster than society gathers wisdom.
A.that
B.how
C.what
D.which
7、Excuse me would you please tell me ________
A.when the sports meet is taken place B.when is the sports meet going to be held
C.when is the sports meet to begin D.when the sports meet is to take place
8、Let’s try and see if we can find a way to ________ these financial issues.
A.attempt
B.settle
C.suffer
D.account
9、 the school, the village has a clinic, which was also built with government support.
A. In reply to B. In addition to C. In charge of D. In place of
10、I realized strength and courage aren’t always _________ in medal and victories, but sometimes in the struggles we went through.
A. measured B. praised
C. tested D. increased
11、We need to give them ________ for their attitude and performance today, in the game it is very harsh to lose it the way we need.
A. opportunity B. credit
C. admission D. drill
12、--- How do you study English?
---I study English talking with foreign students
A. by B. in C. at D. On
13、-I have heard that Ms. Smith was the first________to our office today
-Yes. But with the work________, she left early.
A.coming; done
B.coming; to be done
C.to come; done
D.to come; to be done
14、My granny does crossword puzzles each day ______ her mind sharp.
A.to keep B.kept
C.having kept D.to be kept
15、—Has your father finished writing his report yet?
—I don’t know, but he _________ it this morning.
A.wrote
B.has written
C.had written
D.was writing
16、Old John cannot hear well, so the salesman is trying to explain how to use the product _____ sign language.
A. by means of B. on behalf of C. in search of D. for fear of
17、--- Do you feel like ________ out?
--- No. I’d rather we ________ the metro train.
A.to drive; take
B.to drive; took
C.driving; take
D.driving; took
18、There are two thousand students in our school, ________ are girls.
A.two-thirds in which
B.two-thirds in them
C.two-thirds of them
D.of whom two thirds
19、—Did Jack take the doctor's advice that he _____ in bed for another three days?
—If only he_____.
A.lie; had B.lies; does
C.lies; would D.lie; did
20、Little about her own safety, though she was in great danger herself.
A. did Rose care B. Rose did care
C. Rose does care D. does Rose care
21、 Festivals in India are the special occasions when the country holds many celebrations. Socially, the whole nation becomes active in celebrations. This is the main reason why festivals in India are celebrated by the whole society. On such occasions, families will get together, exchange gifts and greetings, and take part in a lot of celebrations and even special fairs. All these are done to keep the festive spirit alive in modern times.
What is special about these celebrations in India is that people celebrate their common culture in their communities. There is a wide variety of festivals in India because of the presence(存在)of many different religions, beliefs, ideas and cultures. It is even said that some places in the country celebrate festivals 365 days a year. They are mainly religious festivals, cultural festivals and tourist festivals that are organized to keep the traditions, values and heritage of the region.
Religious festivals are celebrated as part of the Indian belief system. They are organized to honor spiritual personalities and events related to the journey of a religion. Cultural festivals in India are organized to provide a platform for different forms of music, dance and other art. To keep their artistic traditions alive and even make them become more popular in the future, many cities in India are active in cultural events. The rich cultural heritage of India attracts the Western world during the celebration of important festivals such as Onam, Holi and Durga Puja. Tourist festivals in the country are organized to celebrate the heritage of the land for tourism purposes. These celebrations every year bring good results and attract a large number of tourists, both within the country and abroad.
These festivals in India focus on enriching people’s "Indian" experience in the most real way. For this purpose, foreigners are very interested in attending the festivals, which are organized to show the rich and colorful side of the country.
【1】In India,the whole nation often celebrates festivals actively to .
A.have much fun on special occasions B.exchange special gifts and greetings
C.keep the traditions of their festivals D.meet all their family members and relatives
【2】Why does India have so many festivals?
A.Because the Indians like singing and dancing.
B.Because the Indians want to attract more tourists.
C.Because there are a great number of old attractions.
D.Because there are many different religions, ideas and cultures.
【3】The cultural festivals are usually celebrated by .
A.performing different art forms
B.visiting the famous old buildings
C.having a journey of honoring spiritual personalities
D.getting together and attending fairs
【4】In which part of the website can we read this passage?
A.Travel. B.Culture.
C.Economy. D.Technology.
22、NAIROBI—Tin Tin, a Chinese restaurant located in central Nairobi, has been serving local Kenyans for nearly four decades with its delicious dishes and unique cultural background .
"This is a restaurant definitely worth a try,” said Steven, a local resident in his 30s."It has provided Chinese food since my grandfatherJ s time. ”
According to Henry Tin, the restaurant owner, Tin Tin was established in 1978 at the heart of the Nairobi Central Business District ? upholding Chinese cuisines while adapting to Kenyan preferences .
For years, it has become a defining part of the city's landmark—Kenya International Conference Center—attracting lots of office workers nearby and even presidential customers .
"The former president of Kenya, Moi, was a very good customer for us. He came almost always in cash. Then former president Mwai Kibaki and now president Uhuru. They all like to enjoy our food," Tin said.
Danis, an office worker of an insurance company near the KICC says he is a frequenter of the restaurant.
“ It is the only Chinese restaurant in the highly competitive downtown area. Besides, its food has been adapted to our taste," Danis said, " My favorite dishes are fried shrimp and fried pork, which you can also find in a Kenyan restaurant. ”
“ High-quality food consistently served over the decades has helped maintain loyal customers, ” Enoch Kivunaga said, at Tin Tin.
"My experience depends on the customers・ If I cook good food, they always come back, whether they are presidents or ministers, ” he said.
Tin said he speaks Swahili well and perfectly pronounces local names, which shows the Chinese culture and its Kenyan counterpart are quickly combining・"I am a Kenyan Chinese. I love both great countries. ”
【1】Why was the Chinese restaurant serving local Kenyans popular there ?
A.Because it supplied its unique Kenyan dishes.
B.Because it created favorite fried shrimp and fried pork .
C.Because it served foods in both Kenyan and Chinese flavor.
D.Because it provided only Chinese food of unique characters .
【2】What is Nairobi's landmark ?
A.Tin Tin.
B.The Nairobi Central Business District.
C.An insurance company building.
D.Kenya International Conference Center.
【3】What can we infer about Danis' s remark?
A.Chinese restaurants are highly competitive.
B.He really enjoys the delicious Chinese food now.
C.He only has his favorite dishes in Kenyan restaurant.
D.The Chinese restaurant is the only competitive one there.
【4】The author develops the article mainly by.
A.giving accurate data
B.following time order
C.comparing different ideas
D.recording people's words
23、There is much to see Australia that you can’t see easily in its natural setting anywhere else. A visit to Australia would not be complete without taking the chance to see some of these animals in their natural environment.
Bandicoot
There are several species of Bandicoot around Australia, and although occasionally they can be seen during the day, they are generally nocturnal. Bandicoots are small creatures only about the size of a rat and eat small insects and plants. Several of the Bandicoots around Australia include the Eastern Barred Bandicoot, which is now rare around Australia and the Southern Brown Bandicoot found in eastern and western parts of Australia.
Koala
Koalas are small bears like creatures that live along the east coast of Australia, with their habitat amongst the famous Eucalyptus trees. However, koalas only like to eat a small percentage of the Eucalyptus trees found around Australia. Koalas have hard black noses, with sharp claws and a thick furry coat and can grow to a weight of about 10kg. most of their time is spent asleep in the trees, which is the best place to see a koala.
Dingo
Dingoes are found in various areas across Australia, and unlike domestic dogs do not bark. Instead, the Dingo makes a howling sound that is very particular. Dingoes generally eat mice, rabbits and rats, although sometimes they can also attack livestock(家畜) when hungry.
Frilled Lizard
The Frilled Lizard is found in the eastern and northern parts of Australia, living within the bush. The Frilled Lizard frill normally hangs around its neck, and is made out of a flap of skin. When threatened, the Frilled Lizard will raise its frill making it seen more dangerous.
【1】When in danger the Frilled Lizard will raise its frill in order to .
A. look more beautiful
B. make itself comfortable
C. frighten its enemy
D. attract the opposite sex
【2】What does the underlined word “nocturnal” mean in the passage?
A. Dangerous when attacked.
B. Active at night.
C. Small in size.
D. Gentle in the daytime.
【3】According to the passage, which animal likes resting in the tree?
A. Frilled Lizard.
B. Dingo.
C. Bandicoot.
D. Koala.
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Eternal India, 23 March—4 April
The trip starts with a 12-day stay in India, where travelers will visit the Taj Mahal in Agra.
Eternal India doesn’t end there—in India there’s also tiger-watching in Ranthambhore National Park, relaxing beachside in Goa and city explorations of Udaipur and Mumbai.
Price: $ 1, 950.
Yucatan Highlights, 21一26 April
The most famous and well-protected ruins in Mayan history, Chichen Itza, is next on the schedule. A tour with a local guide will answer questions about the Mayan calendar, the positioning of the sun and the connections between ruins around the country. The six-day Mexican adventure continues with a few days in sunny Cancun, the beautiful city of Merida and Mexico City.
Price: $ 950.
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Finish this great 82-day journey with a 12-day Italian holiday.
Top destinations including Florence, Venice, Sorrento, Milan, The Riviera and of course, the ancient Roman Colosseum is the final wonder on the list.
Price: $2, 050.
【1】When can tourists join the Seven World Wonders trip?
A.From March to April.
B.All year around.
C.Only from March to June.
D.During 21-26 April.
【2】Which trip should a tourist take if he is just interested in Mayan culture?
A.Eternal India.
B.Simply Italy.
C.Yucatan Highlights.
D.Seven World Wonders.
【3】How much will a tourist pay for the above three separate trips?
A.$2, 860.
B.$4, 950.
C.$16, 000.
D.$ 18, 860.
25、 Daniel angrily stormed out as he learned his parents had had a violent quarrel again. He no longer cared about what happened at home. School didn’t_______and neither did his_______.While he had wanted to be a pilot, it might_______only a dream now. Disappointed and desperate, he_______got into bad habits like smoking a lot, which he thought made him feel relieved. His friends were like him, too, from _______families and they lived a life that left them on the streets often._______, there was no one waiting at home to care! Daniel remembered the_______when he and his friends were_______by the police for getting _______in gang fights or even robberies. Whenever informed about it, his father became speechless while his mother__________in despair all day.__________, Mom’s tears didn’t move Daniel any more for he took it for granted that his parents were__________.
The other day, Daniel saw his neighbor, Rob, __________his feet to school. Rob, disabled, was adopted at a young age. His foster parents (养父母) loved him but didn’t spoil him, always__________him to work harder if he was to__________the rest of the students.
With all his__________, Daniel turned to Rob’s father, Mr. Pattinson, and__________out all his problems. Having listened attentively, Mr. Pattinson said, “I know your parents are suffering a lot but they do love you. So it is your__________to do something for yourself. Using an abnormal family as a(n)__________not to fulfill your ambition is weak. Just as the old saying goes, ’When life hands you a lemon, ask for sugar.’ Cheer up, Daniel and you can also help your family in the__________.”
Daniel looked long and hard at Mr. Pattinson, tears finally returning to his eyes.
【1】A.mind B.promote C.matter D.decline
【2】A.future B.parents C.past D.friends
【3】A.keep B.last C.prove D.remain
【4】A.frequently B.gradually C.constantly D.deliberately
【5】A.poor B.abnormal C.broken D.deserted
【6】A.Otherwise B.Someway C.Anyway D.Somehow
【7】A.situations B.conditions C.scenes D.occasions
【8】A.picked up B.called up C.brought up D.taken up
【9】A.lost B.stuck C.involved D.occupied
【10】A.shouted B.wept C.complained D.signed
【11】A.Instead B.Therefore C.Rather D.However
【12】A.to change B.to move C.to blame D.to care
【13】A.drag B.struggle C.pull D.dash
【14】A.convincing B.requesting C.pushing D.forcing
【15】A.catch up with B.get along with C.cooperate with D.put up with
【16】A.consideration B.strength C.caution D.courage
【17】A.worked B.poured C.burst D.talked
【18】A.duty B.time C.chance D.honour
【19】A.fact B.explanation C.reason D.excuse
【20】A.cause B.way C.range D.process
26、假如你是李华,你的美国笔友Arthur感冒已有一周,请你用英文给他写封电子邮件,内容包括:
1. 询问病情;
2. 就健康的生活方式给出建议。
注意:1. 词数80左右;
2. 可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
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