1、The girl along with her parents _______to the park every week, and all of them _______ happy.
A.go; are B.goes; feel C.went; are D.goes; feels
2、This kind of fruit ________ lots of vitamins, vitamin D ________.
A.contain; including
B.contains; included
C.containing; included
D.includes; contained
3、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./, /
4、Drinking cola often ______ our cinema experience more enjoyable.
A.made
B.makes
C.has made
D.make
5、Ronaldo was ________ to win the 100-meter hurdle race, but he fell to the ground and missed the chance.
A.possible
B.probable
C.likely
D.maybe
6、Dieting and exercising can bring your weight under control but you must stick to your plan with ________.
A.perseverance
B.interaction
C.appreciation
D.amusement
7、Whenever I feel lonely or upset, I always do some reading, which ______ me well.
A.serves B.equips C.prepares D.informs
8、It was so hot yesterday, but the ________ fan refused to work and we failed to find someone good at ________ work.
A.electric; electrical B.electrical; electric C.electric; electric D.electrical; electrical
9、I have no one ____ me, for I am a new comer here.
A.help B.helping
C.to help D.to have helped
10、The fairy story Snow White is very interesting.______
A.So it is
B.So is it
C.it is so
D.is it so
11、_______ energy under the earth must be released in one form or another, for example, earthquake.
A.Accumulated B.Gathered C.Burdened D.Collected
12、Animals are obviously ______ lower form of life than _______ man.
A. a ; / B. the ; the C. a ; the D. / ; /
13、I think her opinion _________, because she is an experienced teacher.
A. number B. calculates
C. figures D. counts
14、As far as I know, Han Gan’s talent and years of hard work ______ his success.
A.are due to
B.contribute to
C.are used to
D.apologize to
15、Our headmaster insists that every student of our school full use of his time to get ready for the final exams.
A. made B. makes C. make D. would make
16、--- How do you study English?
---I study English talking with foreign students
A.by B.in C.at D.On
17、Small sailboats can easily _________ in the water if they are not managed carefully.
A.get over
B.go over
C.take over
D.turn over
18、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
19、_________ to enter the country using a false passport, he was arrested by border guards.
A.Caught trying
B.Caught to try
C.Having caught trying
D.Being caught to try
20、As far as I’m concerned, education is about learning and the more you learn, .
A. the more for life are you equipped
B. the more equipped for life you are
C. the more life you are equipped for
D. you are equipped the more for life
21、The Perfect Anniversary Destinations
If your anniversary is coming up and you’re looking to get away from the business of everyday life to celebrate in luxury, then check out this list of perfect anniversary destinations.
Santorini
One of the most wonderful islands in the Cyclades of Greece, Santorini really is special. Enjoy a celebration of your love with a trip to the village of Oia where you’ll find spectacular views, some of the best restaurants on the island, and of course, the famous sunsets over the ocean which light up the sky with unforgettable shades of pink and orange.
Thailand
Also known as The Land of Smiles, Thailand is a wonderful destination. The weather is tropical all year round so you can enjoy an anniversary trip at any time of year. If you’re looking to relax together on the beach, then there are miles of golden sands that meet the bright blue of te Indian and Pacific Oceans. Explore the ancient temples, busy market, and meet fascinating people together.
Gran Canaria
The third largest island in the Canary Islands, Gran Canaria has plenty of things to do as a couple to celebrate your anniversary. There are lots of bars and restaurants, gorgeous golden sandy beaches and sweeping sand dunes to fill your days. Don’t miss a visit to the crocodile park, the only animal rescue centre in the Canaries.
Dubai
Dubai, a metropolis in the United Arab of Emirates, is filled with lots of adventure. Futuristic landscapes combine with sandy beaches and large shopping malls featuring designer boutiques. Everything is larger than life here mirroring the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world!
【1】Who may probably this passage be intended for?
A.Those who enjoy the business of everyday life.
B.Those who are rich and married.
C.Those who want to go on vocation with a tight budget.
D.Those who prefer staying at home.
【2】Which of the following is true about Santorini?
A.It is a perfect place to enjoy the sunset.
B.The local market there is worth visiting.
C.You can visit a crocodile park there.
D.It’s home to the tallest building in the world.
【3】What do Thailand, Gran Canaria and Dubai have in common?
A.All provide a chance to see animals.
B.All have perfect restaurants.
C.All feature beautiful beaches.
D.All have large shopping malls.
22、 Thomas Edison was one of ten said to be the greatest genius of his age. There are only a few men in all of the history, who have changed the lives of other men as much as the inventor of the first useful electric light. But Edison could never be happy only because someone said he was a genius. There is no such thing as genius, Edison said He said that what people called genius was mostly hard work.
But Edison was a dreamer as well as a worker. From his earliest days as a child he wondered about the secrets of nature, Nature, he often said, is full of secrets. He tried to understand them then he tried to learn what could usefully be done with them.
Edison enjoyed thinking. He knew that most people will do almost anything instead of the difficult work of thinking, especially if they do not think very often. But he knew, too, that thinking can give men enjoyment and pleasure.
Edison could not understand how anyone could be uninterested in life. As he loved to think he also loved to work. On the day he became 75 years old, someone asked him what ideas he had about life. “Work,” he answered. Discovering the secrets of nature and using them to make men happier. He said he had enough inventions in mind to give him another 100 years of work.
【1】Which of the following is WRONG according to the passage?
A.Edison invented the electric light.
B.Many other people have changed Edison's life.
C.Edison has changed the lives of many other people.
D.Few men in history can change other people's life.
【2】In Edison’s opinion, .
A.thinking can give people enjoyment and pleasure
B.people's success lies mostly in genius
C.hard work is the second important thing in making people successful
D.there are few secrets for him to discover later
【3】The last sentence in the passage most probably implies .
A.life is too short for Edison to invent more for human beings
B.Edison made 100 inventions in his life
C.Edison was able to live and work for 100 years
D.people of his time thought highly of Edison’s work
23、NGS Scholarship (NGSS)
The NGS Scholarship is awarded to talented students with a strong interest in innovative(创新的) PhD research.
Terms:
●Monthly stipend(津贴) of $3,200 for up to 4 years of PhD studies, or up to date of graduation, whichever is earlier.
●Payment of full tuition(学费) fees for up to 4 years of PhD or up to date of graduation, whichever is earlier.
●Other allowances include:
Computer allowance
Book allowance
Conference allowance
Eligibility(资格):
●Open worldwide.
●Graduates should have an affection for research.
●Graduates should have at least Upper 2nd Class Honors, or equal qualification.
●GRE is compulsory(必须做的,义务的) for students applying from overseas.
●TOEFL is compulsory (ONLY) for applicants whose native tongue or medium of undergraduate instruction is not in English).
Application:
●Click here to apply online.
●All supporting documents, together with a printed copy of the application form are to be submitted (提交) by post to:
NUS Graduate School for Integrative Sciences & Engineering (NGS)
Center For Life Sciences (CeLS)
28 Medical Drive, #05-01
●ONLY Online Applications are accepted.
●Closing date: 15May 2017.
【1】Students may receive all the following allowances EXCEPT ________.
A.computer allowance
B.book allowance
C.travel allowance
D.conference allowance
【2】If you want to study for 5 years, you’re likely to receive a total stipend of ________.
A.$ 3,200
B.$115,200
C.$153,600
D.$192,000
【3】Which of the following statements is TRUE?
A.A TOEFL grade is a must for students from America.
B.Applications should be submitted before 15 May 2017.
C.All the application processes should be finished online.
D.Students don’t have to pay any tuition fees for PhD studies.
24、Perhaps your doctor has recommended you exercise more, or you’ve been out of shape recently. 【1】. But how do you find the motivation, time and resources to get fit, particularly if you haven’t exercised for a while?
For some people, hearing bad news from the doctor is often enough motivation to get started. 【2】.
However, finding the time and effort to fit exercise into your daily routine is challenging. 【3】. And many people such as office workers, vehicle or machine operators have low activity levels at work and don’t feel like exercising after a long day.
One way to overcome these barriers (障碍) might be to attend a group exercise session or join a sports club. 【4】, you can encourage a friend to join you or join an exercise group to make it enjoyable. Having a friend to exercise with or teammates to support you gives a sense of commitment so that you have to be there and will be challenged if you fail to show up.
You don’t need to go to a gym with a lot of fancy equipment. 【5】. And rather than improving muscle strength with weights at the gym, you can fill milk bottles with water instead.
A.If you find exercise boring
B.When you perform aerobic exercise
C.Maybe you’ve decided that it’s time to lose some weight
D.That’s why it’s important to continue and repeat exercise sessions
E.We know being “time poof” is a common reason for not exercising
F.Many exercises, including push-ups and sit-ups, don’t need special equipment
G.So it’s a good idea to get a health check before starting if you haven’t exercised for years
25、 Clark lost nearly all possessions to the Tubbs Fire. The seventh-grader remembers Oct. 9 _________: He woke up to a scene in chaos around 1:30 a.m. Seizing some of his things, he and his family _________ onto the crowded roads, full of other people _________ home. “There were just cars everywhere, people driving on the wrong side of the road, _________ starting on lawns (草坪).” Clark says, “We were all just really _________for what could happen.” _________, his family made it to safety, but their home was completely destroyed.
Considering the trauma (创伤) their students had just_________, teachers in Northwest Prep knew they couldn’t ask the students to _________back to study directly and they wanted to do something to help. Alyssa, Clark’s math teacher, had the _________of an oral history project when she took her kids to a museum, looking at a(n) __________about earthquakes that__________California in 1906 and 1989. Inspired by that way of recording history, Alyssa arranged for her students to use their smart phones to__________stories from the fire and its__________on the people in the community. Then on the first day back, all 75 students gathered and__________about the fire’s powerful effect on their lives. Alyssa hopes it will go__________storytelling and provide a “sense of__________” to both the students and their__________.
As Clark returned, he sometimes found it hard to talk about the fire, but it’s also been really__________to do so. Earlier this month, Clark’s family and neighbors returned to their old__________to put Christmas decorations on one of the few trees left standing after the fire. “We’re not__________very much anymore. We’re looking for some good holidays,” he says.
【1】A.clearly B.seriously C.easily D.secretly
【2】A.tried out B.landed C.headed out D.got
【3】A.hurrying B.walking C.returning D.leaving
【4】A.rescues B.fires C.interviews D.quarrels
【5】A.excited B.scared C.cautious D.curious
【6】A.Eventually B.Suddenly C.Actually D.Hopefully
【7】A.learned B.remembered C.experienced D.received
【8】A.hold B.fall C.go D.run
【9】A.arrangement B.promise C.message D.idea
【10】A.exhibit B.story C.picture D.book
【11】A.shaped B.witnessed C.sank D.struck
【12】A.search B.create C.tell D.record
【13】A.comment B.trend C.effect D.condition
【14】A.read B.spoke C.thought D.wrote
【15】A.beyond B.for C.through D.within
【16】A.loving B.healing C.understanding D.improving
【17】A.teachers B.interviewees C.parents D.reporters
【18】A.helpful B.awful C.proud D.grateful
【19】A.museum B.church C.school D.neighborhood
【20】A.imaging B.fighting C.struggling D.disappointing
26、假如你是李华,你远在美国工作的叔叔想要回国发展,来信向你询问家乡的情况。请你给他写一封回信,要点如下:
1.家乡的变化(街道、绿化、建筑);2.存在的问题(环境、交通);3.希望他为家乡做贡献。
注意:
1.词数100左右;2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;3.开头语已为你写好,不计入总词数。
参考词汇:做贡献make contributions to
Dear uncle,
I'm glad to hear that you will come back to our homeland for development.
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Yours sincerely,
Li Hua