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1、— Henry, can you go to the concert tonight?
— I'm afraid I can't. I will give the ticket to ________ wants to enjoy it.
A．someone
B．whomever
C．everyone
D．whoever
2、The company’s share price ______ overnight after it reported a quarterly loss of $132 million.
A.vibrated B.plunged C.resumed D.splurged
3、Experts warn that 70% of cosmetics are manufactured using palm oil, a substance which is and has caused a lot of arguments.
A.controversial B.delicate C.dynamic D.objective
4、--- Excuse me. Can you tell me where the nearest bank is?
--- ________ Oh, yes! It’s past the post office, next to a big market.
A. I beg you pardon? B. You asked the right question.
C. Mm, let me see. D. Be quiet.
5、The news that the scientists in China are trying the ways to reduce the fog and haze was ______ on the radio yesterday.
A. turned out B. found out
C. given out D. carried out
6、The librarian insists that John ________ no more books from the library before he returns all the books he borrowed.
A.will take B.took C.take D.takes
7、---Who are you waiting for?
--- ______ us a lecture in half an hour.
A. The professor wants to give B. The professor will give
C. The professor is about to give D. The professor to give
8、 In ________ eyes of children, playing on the Internet can only bring them ________great fun.
A. the； a B.不填；a
C. the；不填 D.不填；不填
9、My aunt is thought very fashionable，for she is always wearing a sweater______ on TV these months．
A．advertising B．having advertised
C．being advertised D．to be advertised
10、When Tracy was told her son's illness could be cured, she left the hospital .
A．in peace
B．in surprise
C．in relief
D．in time
11、There is little chance that we will succeed in changing the law. ________, it is vital that we strive for the equality.
A．Moreover
B．Nevertheless
C．Despite
D．Additionally
12、We didn’t want to let the opportunity ______ through our fingers.
A．skip
B．slip
C．swap
D．slide
13、With many cities in China dreadfully blanketed by thick haze, the environmental problem is _____ Chinese people concern most nowadays.
A. what B. which C. where D. when
14、When I was pushed onto the stage, I felt all the eyes in the hall _________ me.
A. through B. across
C. into D. on
15、________, you’ll never be able to persuade him.
A．However hard may you try
B．Try however hard you may
C．However hard you may try
D．Try hard however you may
16、________ money for school fees, I had to take another part-time job.
A. In case of B. In need of
C. In spite of D. In charge of
17、Appointed as ____chairman to China, Mr. Xi was determined to serve his country____ heart and soul.
A. an, the B. the; a
C. the; the D. /; /
18、He failed the driving test though he __________for a long time.
A. practises B. has practised
C. was practising D. had been practising
19、______was known to all, he had broken his promise ____he would give us a rise.
A. As; which B. As; that
C. It; that D. It ; which
20、Just as Oprah Winfrey puts it,_____thankful for what you have and you’ll end up having more.
A. be
B. being
C. to be
D. having been
21、As reported in the journal Nature, one system can directly remove carbon dioxide from sources ranging from flue gas (烟道气) to the atmosphere by using electricity to induce a water-and-oxygen-based electrochemical reaction. This technological achievement could turn direct air capture (捕获) from edge industry into a promising front for climate change relief.
Most carbon-capture systems involve a two-step process: First, high-pH liquids are used to separate the carbon dioxide, which is acidic, from mixed-gas streams such as flue gas. Next, the carbon dioxide is regenerated from the solution through heating or by injecting a low-pH liquid.
“Once the carbon dioxide is trapped in these solvents (溶剂), you have to regenerate it,” says Haotian Wang, assistant professor at Rice University. “There are literally no chemicals produced or consumed with our process. We also don’t need to heat up or pressurize our device, we just need to put it into a power outlet and it will work.”
Another drawback of current carbon-capture technologies is their reliance on large-scale, centralized infrastructure. By contrast, the system developed in the Wang lab is an extensible, modular, point-of-use concept that can adapt to a variety of scenarios. “The technology can be scaled up to industrial settings-power plants, chemical plants-but the great thing about it is that it allows for small-scale use as well: I can even use it in my office.” Wang says.
Also the reactor can continuously remove carbon dioxide from a simulated (模拟的) flue gas with efficiency above 98% using a relatively low electricity input. Wang notes that the process has “no carbon footprint or a very limited footprint” if powered by electricity from renewable sources such as solar or wind. “This is great news considering that renewablel electricity is becoming more and more cost-effective,” Wang says.
【1】What does the author intend to do in Paragraph 2?
A．Add up some opposite reasons.
B．Offer basic evidences to the topic.
C．Summarize the following paragraphs.
D．Provide some background information.
【2】What do we know about Wang’s system according to the text?
A．It involves a two-step process.
B．It creates some chemicals.
C．It is simple and easy to operate.
D．It needs to be used in big plants.
【3】How does the author support the topic?
A．By making comparisons.
B．By listing many numbers.
C．By providing research results.
D．By analyzing causes and effects.
【4】What is the author’s attitude towards Wang’s technology?
A．Unclear.
B．Favourable.
C．Objective.
D．Disapproving.
22、As the Camp Fire continued, killing at least 85 people and displacing thousands more in Northern California, Madison waited there.
Gaylord, the Anatolian shepherd mix’s owner, was not able to get to her home in Paradise, when the fire began to spread, meaning Madison was left behind. For weeks, all Gaylord could do was pray for Madison’s safety, according to California-based animal rescue organization Paw Print Rescue.
Sullivan, a volunteer with the organization, had already helped locate Madison’s brother Miguel in a different city. But Madison was even more difficult to find. Sullivan spotted Madison a few times in a canyon (峡谷), apparently guarding his land, and put out fresh food and water regularly in hopes that the dog would turn up, according to a Facebook post by Sullivan. She even placed an article of clothing that smelled like Gaylord near the home “to keep Madison’s hope alive until his people could return,” Sullivan wrote.
When the evacuation (疏散) order was lifted last week and Gaylord went back to her home—which had been ruined by the fire—her prayers were answered: Madison was there, seemingly protecting what little remained of his family’s home. “Well, I’m so happy to report that Gaylord was allowed to return to her home today and THERE MADISON WAS!!!! He had stayed to protect what was left of his home, and never gave up on his people!” Sullivan wrote in the comment on her Facebook post. “I’m so happy I’m crying as I write this! He didn’t give up through the storms or the fire!” she added.
Soon afterward, Madison was reunited with Miguel for the first time since the fire broke out. An emotional Gaylord said in an interview with the network that she was overcome with joy to see Madison waiting for her. She also expressed how grateful she was to Sullivan. Gaylord said fighting through tears, “You could never ask for better animals. He is the best dog.”
【1】What did Madison do during the Camp Fire?
A．He rescued Sullivan.
B．He waited for Gaylord.
C．He stayed with Miguel.
D．He ran away from Paradise.
【2】Why did Sullivan place an article of clothing smelling like Gaylord near the home?
A．To keep Madison warm.
B．To get Madison to turn up.
C．To help Madison remember his owner.
D．To encourage Madison not to give up.
【3】Where was Madison finally found?
A．In a different city.
B．In a canyon.
C．At a camp.
D．At his home.
【4】What quality is emphasized in this story?
A．Patience.
B．Unity.
C．Devotion.
D．Wisdom.
23、Your four-legged friends may soon have their own channel. DogTV, cable TV’s first channel for dogs, is mostly about keeping lonely dogs calm.
There are about 78 million canines(犬) in the United States. DogTV is aimed at the many of these that are left alone for long periods. Dogs are social animals and often grow anxious when left on their own. They may bark, chew shoes, and generally get into trouble. DogTV, which was launched last February, is designed to help ease their boredom and anxiety.
Creators of the cable service approached their task scientifically. The sounds, colors, and camera angles have all been adjusted for canine senses. For instance, colors are made more vivid so that dogs can see objects clearly. DogTV does not, as you might think, show Scooby-Doo and Clifford the Big Red Dog. Rather, there are three types of DogTV “shows.” The first aims to relax dogs. These segments show dogs resting to the sound of calming music. The second kind shows pleasant (for a dog) day-to-day settings, like riding in a car or walking down a street. The third type is meant to stimulate ---like a scene of two dogs playing in a field. “Dogs love watching other dogs being active on the screen,” says Beke Lubeach, a DogTV spokesperson. She says that birds, monkeys, and zebras also make dogs take notice.
Not everyone is buying it. “I think a lot of this is to make us feel better as opposed to making the pet happier,” says Dr. Ann. E. Hohenhaus of New York’s Animal Medical Center. She tells The New York Times, “Your pet needs adequate exercise and an interesting environment.” You cannot just turn on the TV and hope your dog is going to get better.
On the other hand, the Humane Society animal shelter in Escondido, California, tried out DogTV at its shelter. Sally Costello, the director, says workers observed that dogs exposed to the channel were calmer and barked less.
DogTV has been seen only in Southern California so far. But it is scheduled to go national soon. Owners of the commercial-free channel hope to charge about $5 a month for their service.
【1】The following programs are often broadcast on DogTV EXCEPT________.
A. Dogs resting to the sound of calming music.
B. Programs like Cliff ford the Big Red Dog.
C. A scene of two dogs playing in a field
D. Dogs riding in a car or walking down a street
【2】 What does Dr. Ann E. Hohenhaus agree according to the fourth paragraph?
A. Everyone who owns dogs will buy the service.
B. DogTV can make your dogs happier and happier.
C. Dogs need more than a good animal channel.
D. DogTV makes people happier than pet dogs.
【3】Which of the following is RIGHT according to the passage?
A. DogTV will only be seen in Southern California.
B. There will be many ads on the animal Channel.
C. Dog owners will enjoy the programs very much.
D. Dogs exposed to the channel will become calmer.
【4】Which of the following can serve as the best title for this passage?
A. How to Make Your Dog Happier.
B. A New TV for Dogs
C. How to Keep Dogs Calm.
D. A New Channel to Calm Dogs Down
24、 How does running a marathon and burning over 1, 000 calories per hour without even getting off your sofa completely sound? That's exactly what BionicGym, an advanced wearable neuro-stimulator (神经刺激器), claims to help you achieve.
Let's be honest, we've all seen similar devices in sci-fi movies or teleshopping advertisements before, but they're really not that effective. However, BionicGym creator Dr Louis Crowe says this product is truly revolutionary.
Crowe says he came up with the idea for this unique neuro-stimulator over 16 years ago, when he would get into the cold Atlantic ocean so he could observe the effects of shivering (颤栗). He discovered that as he got colder he didn't shiver faster, but he shivered at the same rate. He also found that this natural way of burning calories allowed a person to burn a lot of calories without actually doing any exercise.
Crowe did more research on how to use shivering as an effective training and weight-loss tool, and developed BionicGym. He's teamed up with Dr Barry Broderick to bring it to market. To do so, they need some funding to redesign the device. Then it has to be approved by regulators. BionicGym may be ready for sale by November this year. But people seem so impressed by the abilities of BionicGym to give them a workout while resting on a sofa that they seem to have no problem parting with $ 300 for the chance to one day try it out. Crowe's crowdfunding campaign had a goal of $ 20, 000, but with 11 days to go, it's already passed the $ 287. 000 mark.
In a promotional video, Crowe presents a graph showing that used at top levels. BionicGym can burn around 1, 100 calories per hour, and get your heart rate up to around 180 bpm-beats per minute. Crowe warns that using the device at top levels makes for a very tough workout, requiring previous training. Beginners or older people can use it at lower levels and make their way up to the tougher programs.
【1】Why does the author mention the question in Paragraph 1 ?
A.To express his doubts.
B.To introduce the topic of the text.
C.To describe the benefits of running.
D.To compare different calorie-burning ideas.
【2】Where does Crowe's inspiration for BionicGym come from?
A.A sci-fi movie. B.His imagination.
C.A teleshopping ad. D.His own experience.
【3】What do the figures in Paragraph 4 mainly suggest?
A.It's hard to win a chance to try using BionicGym.
B.BionicGym can't win regulators 'approval easily.
C.The public show great enthusiasm for BionicGym.
D.BionicGym's future will be determined by its funding.
【4】What can be inferred about BionicGym from the last paragraph?
A.It especially appeals to old people.
B.It can meet the needs of different people.
C.It is tough for beginners to use the device.
D.It can burn around 1, 100 calories every day.
25、完形填空
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Yaster, an international student, first met Steve in their chemistry class at an American university. _______ Steve seemed very friendly. He always _______Yaser warmly before class. Sometimes he _______to study with him. He____4____invited Yaser to eat lunch with him. But after the term was over, Steve seemed _______and the two former classmates didn't see each other very much at school. One day Yaser decided tocall Steve, but Steve didn't seem very interested in ______to him. Yaser was ______by Steve’s change of attitude. Yaster complained, “I thought friends were friends forever.”
As a _______, he doesn’t understand the way Americans view friendship. American use the word “friend” in a very _______way. They may call both casual acquaintances and close_______“friends”. These friends are ________ common interests. When the________ activity ends, the friendship may fade. Now as Steve and Yaster are no longer classmates, their “friendship” has________.In some cultures friendship means a strong life-long ________between two people. In these cultures friendships develop slowly, since they are built to ________ But American society is one of rapid change. Studies show that one out of five American families moves every year, and thus American friendships may change just ________quickly. People from the United States may at first seem friendly and they often________easily with strangers. But American friendliness is not__18______ an offer of true friendship. After an experience _______Yaster’s, people who’ve been in this country for only a few months may consider Americans to be unreliable.
Learning how Americans________friendship can help non-Americans avoid misunderstandings. It can also help them make friends the American way.
【1】
A．As usual
B．At first
C．In fact
D．In short
【2】
A．invited
B．helped
C．guided
D．greeted
【3】
A．agreed
B．promised
C．offered
D．expected
【4】
A．even
B．again
C．suddenly
D．still
【5】
A．special
B．distant
C．upset
D．rude
【6】
A．explaining
B．returning
C．turning
D．talking
【7】
A．frightened
B．misled
C．hurt
D．controlled
【8】
A．stranger
B．foreigner
C．friend
D．student
【9】
A．quick
B．complex
C．general
D．formal
【10】
A．companions
B．families
C．relatives
D．passers-by
【11】
A．developed into
B．aimed at
C．based on
D．meant for
【12】
A．varied
B．planned
C．prepared
D．shared
【13】
A．started
B．changed
C．separated
D．developed
【14】
A．bond
B．happiness
C．duty
D．influence
【15】
A．last
B．fade
C．help
D．match
【16】
A．so
B．for
C．more
D．as
【17】
A．meet
B．break
C．chat
D．live
【18】
A．only
B．just
C．indeed
D．always
【19】
A．with
B．like
C．on
D．from
【20】
A．view
B．start
C．end
D．keep
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。
From childhood, I was never a fan of football or any sports. My disinterest in “The Beautiful Game” was my attitude, avoiding discussions of football during school lunch breaks in school or dismissing the sports section of the newspaper.
As I grew older, my lack of interest became more obvious. I would go shopping during big games, posting photos on social media to show I had more free time than the people absorbed in their yearly sports. I considered my disengagement from the world of sports an intellectual advantage, a space in my brain reserved for non-sports activities.
However, this attitude of mine became a pressure to me. Casual conversations with friends’ fathers or fellow cab passengers became a challenge. The well-intentioned openers like, “Hey, terrible season we’re having, eh?” or “Who do you support?” made me feel my heart sink, not knowing what to reply. Though I still found football boring, I was starting to regret my outsider status.
The turning point came when I became a father myself. Fearing that my boy Harvey would lack the social involvement of football, I decided to change. So, I brought a football to the playground and I bought him a mini football table at home. I even took the brave step of buying tickets to watch our local team, Boreham Wood.
The friendly atmosphere of the Meadow Park Stadium, the home ground of Boreham Wood, immediately surprised me: low-key, free parking on the street, and £2.50 for a bag of chips. Families surrounded us, all with a real connection to the players on the field.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Slowly but surely, I found myself engaged in the game.
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With each visit to the stadium, our connection to football deepened.
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