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1、—Life ____ be very hard for people living in the north of Canada as it is very cold there in the winter.
—Yes, the weather there ____ be as low as 60°C below zero.
A. must; can B. shall; must C. will; should D. has to; can
2、__________ is no possibility __________ Bob can win the first prize in the match .
A.There ; whether B.There ; that C.It ; whether D.It ; that
3、Please ________ where to begin and how to do it.
A. explain us B. explain it us
C. explain to us D. explain it to us
4、Lily is so ______ . She is always making you feel you can talk quite naturally to her.
A．critical
B．available
C．magnificent
D．dramatic
5、With my money __________________, I went back home.
A. ran out of B. ran out
C .running out of D. running out
6、That Americans have no history while Chinese have no future sounds ________; it has raised a thought provoking question, though.
A. artificial B. arbitrary C. allergic D. reluctant
7、We can ______the options and try to come to a decision.
A．make up
B．set up
C．weigh up
D．cut up
8、The tourists were excited, for no sooner ______ the hotel ________ it snowed heavily.
A.they had returned; than B.had they returned; than
C.they had returned; when D.after they returned; as
9、The committee is discussing the problem right now. Hopefully it ______ by the end of next week.
A. will have been solved B. will have solved
C. will be solved D. is solved
10、Tommy is the one of the boys who _______ the most leading role in our school football team.
A. plays B. play
C. are played D. are playing
11、I go when there's a game on near home, but usually I watch it on TV.
A.occasionally B.constantly C.eventually D.frequently
12、It is a surprising and important gap, ________ health-workers and policymakers can’t afford to ignore.
A．one that
B．where
C．the ones
D．of whom
13、The workers demanded that they _______ more rest.
A．have
B．had
C．will have
D．would have
14、You watch them until ten o’clock then I’ll ______.
A. take up B. take place
C. take over D. take off
15、Only when I left my parents ________ how much I loved them.
A．I realized
B．I have realized
C．had I realized
D．did I realize
16、—Hi, let’s go swimming.
—Sorry, I’m busy right now. I ___________ in an application form for grad school.
A.fill B.have filled C.am filling D.will fill
17、If you don’t apply yourself to work, you will be __________ one day.
A.left over B.left for C.left behind D.left off
18、 We had ______ fun at Mary’s party last Sunday.
A. a large number of
B. a great many
C. a great deal of
D. many a
19、—Could you please tell me ________ that prevents her from being happy?
—She has taken the driving test three times but hasn’t passed yet.
A. it is what B. what it is
C. how it is D. it is how
20、Never step back! Courage is all ________ takes to conquer that seemingly impossible mission.
A.what B.that C.one D.it
21、What if it there was a simple solution to overcoming loneliness? Would you choose an app that promised to provide firm friendship? A new consumer artificial intelligence (AI) app called Replika is hoping you will. The app’s interface looks just like any other instant messaging app you might be used to, be it Facebook Messenger or a texting client. The only difference is that instead of talking to a friend— or a human, for that matter— you interact with a chatbot that keeps learning all about you.
According to the Eugenia Kuyda, founder of Luka, the company that makes Replika, the AI companion learns about you the more you engage with it over text, eventually developing the ability to imitate your tone. Like any new friend, as it gets to know you, Replika will ask you about your day, and talk to you about your goals and interests.
The idea for Replika first came about after a friend of Kuyda’s died. She wanted to memorialize him somehow and chose to combine the text messages and photos she had saved from him with AI to create a unique bot based on the real person.
“People are willing to disclose more to a virtual human or an AI versus another human being, and that’s what Replika is based on: here’s a bot that is a safe space that you can be totally open and vulnerable (脆弱的) with. You can talk about anything you want, anytime you need it.”
When it comes to Luka’s vision for their product, they don’t see their bots developing a more human appearance. “As for right now, not giving your Replika a body or an appearance is pretty important,” says Kuyda. “People actually have very big imaginations and sometimes it’s better to leave some spaces empty so that you can fill it in with whatever you imagine it to be.”
While Kuyda is convinced that Replika can help people engage more with the world around them by giving them more confidence and eventually introducing them to other people through the app, that’s still a bit of a stretch considering the goal is to create a best friend within your phone.
【1】What is the special feature of Replika?
A．It can pronounce just like users.
B．It can interact with users through texting.
C．It has the interface for users.
D．It expects to learn more about users.
【2】What drove Kuyda to develop Replika?
A．The death of her friend.
B．The need for keeping some messages secret.
C．The pursuit of comfort from others.
D．The desire for talking with others.
【3】Why does Kuyda refuse to give Replika a more human appearance?
A．To leave more room for Replika’s ability.
B．To empower users to explore their imagination.
C．To make Replika fit in with users.
D．To bring more confidence for users.
【4】What might be the best title for the text?
A．AI will be friendly to humans
B．AI can be lonely in the future
C．AI friends help you get rid of loneliness
D．AI technology is used to solve problems
22、Japan recently introduced the world’s first Dual-Mode Vehicle (DMV), a vehicle that runs both on roads, like a bus, and on rails, like a train.
The unique bus-train vehicle was introduced last month, in the town of Kaiyo, Japan's Tokushima Prefecture. The mini-bus-like vehicle didn't win anyone over with its looks, but it definitely made an impression in terms of practicality. It runs with normal rubber tires on the road, but when it needs to switch to train mode, a pair of metal wheels drop down from the vehicle's underbelly. The front tires are lifted off the track, while the back wheels stay down to drive the vehicle. Switching between road and train modes takes only about 15 seconds.
“This DMV can reach the locals as a bus and carry them onto the railway as well,” Shigeki Miura, CEO of Asa Coast Railway, told Reuters. “Especially in the countryside with an aging population, we expect it to be a very good form of public transport.”
The DMV has been in the works for over ten years, and the government in Tokushima hopes that it will not only improve the lives of locals but also attract tourists curiosity to see the dual-mode vehicle in person.
The dual-mode vehicles, which come in a variety of colors, can carry up to 21 passengers and run at a speed of 60 km/h in train mode, and up to 100 km/h as a bus.
Shigeki Miura is confident that the unique vehicle could help small towns like Kaiyo with an aging and shrinking population, where traditional transportation companies struggle to make money. The vehicles will soon cover part of the coast of Shikoku island, connecting several towns and offering riders breathtaking seaside views.
【1】Why does the Dual-Mode Vehicle attract people?
A．It has a cute look.
B．It is very practical.
C．It is not expensive.
D．It has over two running modes.
【2】What can we infer about DMV's mode switch?
A．It's difficult to operate.
B．It's fast to complete the switch.
C．It needs to lift the back wheels.
D．It drops down its back metal wheels.
【3】What is the expectation of the government in Tokushima to DMV?
A．It can carry more passengers.
B．It is competitive in the global market.
C．It is attractive to the locals and tourists.
D．It can be put into use for a long time.
【4】What's Shigeki Miura's attitude to DMV?
A．Objective.
B．Doubtful.
C．Uncaring.
D．Positive.
23、 Food waste is one of the greatest challenges of our time, and fruits and vegetables are particularly problematic, as an estimated 52% of harvests go bad before reaching consumers. But one Malaysian company claims to have come up with a simple and effective solution to this problem—a tiny sticker (粘贴标签) that stops fruits spoiling for two weeks.
You’ve probably seen stickers on fruits before, but not like the ones created by Stixfresh. Those common stickers are used only to provide consumers with information about the grower and how the fruit was grown, but Stixfresh has a different purpose. It contains a special, all- natural way that slows down the ripening process, keeping the fruit fresh and juicy for much longer.
Stixfresh are made with 100% organic materials and contain a mixture of ionized (电离) Sodium Chloride and beeswax, which helps slow down the bacterial activity in the fruit, thus delaying the ripening process. The company insists that the stickers are so safe that you can actually eat them.
Stixfresh founder Zhafri Zainudin says that he came up with the idea for the stickers four years ago, after visiting a friend who sold fruit. The man complained about losing money every day due to spoiled fruits, but seemed resigned (顺从的), as he knew there was no way to stop nature taking its course. However, the Malaysian entrepreneur had another idea.
“It got me to thinking. Maybe I couldn’t stop nature, but could I slow it down?” Zainudin writes on his company’s website.
The Malaysian businessman partnered with Selangor University to develop and test his stickers. It took him three years to perfect the manufacturing process and effect of his innovative product.
Originally, Stixfresh stickers were only used to prolong the shelf-life of mangos, but the company later realized that they also worked on other fruits of the same size and with similar texture, like dragon fruit and pears.
【1】What is the problem with fruits and vegetables?
A．They rot away before sale.
B．They are wasted by consumers.
C．They aren’t ripe enough before harvests.
D．There are too many of them to be eaten in time.
【2】What is special of the sticker created by Stixfresh?
A．It records the products growing information.
B．It contains information of growing products.
C．It shows how to delay their ripening process.
D．It tells ways to use organic materials properly.
【3】Zhafri Zainudin mentioned his visit to a fruit seller friend to show.
A．his friend’s poor life
B．his good relationship with him
C．how he cared about fruit salers
D．how the stickers came into being
【4】Which of the following do Stixfresh stickers go for?
A．Apples.
B．Grapes.
C．Bananas.
D．Watermelons.
24、EXPERIENCE COLUMBIA
HOT ATTRACTIONS
◆RIVERBANKS ZOO&GARDEN
It is home to more than 2.000 animals and one of the nation's most beautiful botanical gardens.With more than 350 species from around the world,Riverbanks is one of the largest mid— sized zoos in the country.
Hours:9:00a.m．一5:00p.m.daily.
Admission:Adults(13—61)一$19.95
Children(2—12)——$16.95
◆EDVENTURE
The Soutll's largest children's museum has 300 exhibits to mspire children to expenence the joy of learning. where else but EdVenture can children drive a real fire truck, anchor the news or visit another country?
Hours : Monday - Sunday :9 a. m. -5 p. m.
Admission : Members Free
Children and Adults - $ 11. 95
◆SOUTH CAROLINA STATE MUSEUM
The stories of South Carolina come alive through the exhibits and collections of the State Museum. Plus, a new 4-D theater provides popular movies that excite all ages. Museum members are invited to night-sky observing and more on Tuesday nights !
Hours : Mon. ,Wed. - Fri. :10 a. m. -5 p. m. ,Tues. :10 a. m. -10 p. m. ,
Sat. :10 a. m. -6 p. m. ,Sun. :Noon -5 p. m.
Admission:Adults (13 -61) : $ 8.95
Children (3 - 12) : $ 6. 95
◆SALUDA SHOALS PARK
Saluda Shoals Park is a sensitive riverfront park that invites visitors to experience the treasures of the Saluda River through exceptional educational and cultural opportunities.
Fun-filled Family Activities Nightly! ( except Thanksgiving, Chnstmas Eve and Christmas night)
Free for activities : apply with Holiday Lights admission ( $ 20/car; $ 40/15-passenger vehicle; $ 60/bus) .
【1】Which attraction best suits a child interested in broadcasting news?
A. EdVenture. B. The State Museum.
C. Saluda Shoals Park. D. Riverbanks Zoo & garden.
【2】How much should a young couple with a 4-year-old son pay to enjoy various plants and animals?
A. $ 24.85. B. $ 20.
C. $ 56.85. D. $ 35.85.
【3】Which of the following is available to all tourists in the State Museum?
A. Having a fantastic visual feast at l : 00 p. m.
B. Visiting the exhibits on Sunday morning.
C. Enjoying free family activities every night.
D. Observing the amazing night sky on Tuesday nights.
25、“It’s time to wake up, Catherine,” my mom sang from the kitchen. I tried to open my eyes. Why didn’t the alarm on my cellphone _________? Soon, I sighed and realized today was the day for my _________: “A day without technology.”
I didn’t realize what I had gotten myself into until I was driving to school in my car in _________. No radio blasting my favorite songs, I had to sing to myself. The instant I got to school, I went to the library to print out my English project from my flash drive. “Uh-oh,” I thought. “This isn’t _________.” The school day went on and I finally grew _________ the rule. This wasn’t so_________! I could do this every day.
I drove home in silence again, and my _________ eventually went into after-school mode,_________ on what I would eat for supper and who would be voted off (淘汰出局) American Idol later that night. The next thing I knew, I was chatting with friends on Facebook, checking emails and watching a video on YouTube, all at the same time!
My mom walked in and her jaw _________. “What happened to no ____________?” she asked me. I __________ for the second time that day and forced myself to go back to reality. I had failed.
This experiment, which many teenagers would ____________ have the courage to attempt, was actually ____________ to me. Even though my attempt at going about my day without these luxuries (奢侈品) was a ____________, I realized that if I really tried, I would be completely ____________ without my addiction to technology. We may even ____________ we like talking to our families instead of watching TV. We might ____________ a bicycle ride or a walk to the park instead of looking at pages and pages of Facebook pictures.
These devices ____________ make my life easier, and I definitely wouldn’t ____________ getting rid of them altogether, but I do believe the lives of today’s teenagers would be dramatically ____________ without our tech dependence.
【1】
A．break down
B．set off
C．go off
D．take up
【2】
A．adventure
B．experiment
C．exploration
D．investigation
【3】
A．anger
B．delight
C．sadness
D．silence
【4】
A．allowed
B．expected
C．required
D．rejected
【5】
A．exposed to
B．responsible for
C．optimistic about
D．used to
【6】
A．easy
B．creative
C．positive
D．hard
【7】
A．rule
B．imagination
C．mind
D．idea
【8】
A．agreeing
B．focusing
C．going
D．depending
【9】
A．dropped
B．disposed
C．gone
D．sank
【10】
A．ecology
B．homework
C．pressure
D．technology
【11】
A．froze
B．slid
C．whispered
D．yawned
【12】
A．ever
B．never
C．just
D．once
【13】
A．harmful
B．convenient
C．beneficial
D．avoidable
【14】
A．failure
B．pleasure
C．instruction
D．brochure
【15】
A．sensible
B．enthusiastic
C．fine
D．curious
【16】
A．believe
B．find
C．suspect
D．announce
【17】
A．quit
B．enjoy
C．challenge
D．regret
【18】
A．hardly
B．gradually
C．certainly
D．simply
【19】
A．suggest
B．forbid
C．admit
D．imagine
【20】
A．boring
B．efficient
C．difficult
D．different
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。
Just as many families do at a point, Catherine chose to add a new family member by adopting a pet. Shortly after her daughter Kate’s birth, Catherine decided she wanted a close bond with a dog for Kate. Thus, Catherine called the dog shelter close by to inquire about adoption. After hearing about the available animals, she chose a Doberman Pinscher. Once they signed adoption papers, they named the dog Khan.
Catherine was hopeful this would provide valuable lessons for her baby, such as sharing, learning to love and responsibility to care for animals. She was looking forward to having the dog join the family.
Hearing of Khan’s rough background, Catherine immediately loved the dog. She was overjoyed to bring this special dog back to her family. Of course, she realized there were risks involved. Well, the obvious risks from bringing a large, potentially dangerous animal to her young baby, Catherine pushed them aside. If she had not adopted Khan, he would have been killed just a week later. So, this was his new life and second chance, and the family was hoping for the best.
Everything began smoothly. They trained Khan during the first few days. However, everything changed on that fourth day when the dog acted completely out of character.
The fateful day began with the usual playtime in the yard. Although baby Kate had her parents watching from a distance, they did not notice anything out of the ordinary. Kate and the new dog had been making a habit of playing out back like this. However, things were different this day.
So what was actually happening out there? The two were not being loud or crazy. They began running through the backyard grass together. Again, Catherine watched the two closely. Surprisingly, things had changed within an instant!
注意：
1.续写词数应为150词左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Khan began acting wildly all of a sudden,
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Obviously, it was Khan who saved her baby but he barked weakly and then fell down with dying eyes.
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