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1、It may not be a great suggestion. But before ______ is put forward, we’ll make do with it.
A. a good one B. a better one
C. the best one D. a best one
2、The investigation concluded that Dr. Dalton had been ______ in not giving the patient a full examination, and for that the doctor has been suspended.
A.sensitive B.cautious C.proficient D.negligent
3、While I’m watching my weight, I occasionally like to myself ______a big chocolate bar.
A.treat; to B.absorb; in C.adapt; to D.throw; into
4、The man showed us so heavy a stone _____ no man can lift.
A. as B. that
C. which D. and
5、Peter ______ basketball at a club when his girlfriend called him yesterday afternoon.
A．has played
B．had played
C．was playing
D．played
6、If we had paid enough attention to the issue of the heavily-overloaded vehicles, the tragedy of the collapse of an overpass in Wuxi _____ avoided.
A.should B.could be C.should have been D.could have been
7、People with simple names enjoy quicker career advancement because names which are hard to pronounce inspire negative _______ from superiors.
A. consideration B. consequences
C. expectations D. reactions
8、The dress suits the actress perfectly because it her full figure.
A.brings about B.brings on
C.brings up D.brings out
9、—Yesterday, I read White Night by Higashino Keigo. Such a good book!
—________. No one can match Higashino Keigo in artistic talent.
A. You said it B. You don’t say
C. You can’t be serious D. You set me up
10、After ______ by the heavy deluge, Henan province suffered from serious damages to its scenic spots, many tourists ______ in the disaster region.
A．struck, were trapped
B．being struck, trapped
C．struck, having been trapped
D．having been struck ; were trapped
11、Let me take down ________ you’ve said ________ I forget.
A. that, when B. what, before
C. which, before D. what, when
12、Many young people, most _________ were well-educated, headed for remote regions to chase their dreams.
A．of which
B．of them
C．of whom
D．of those
13、You should first explore your talents and get to know yourself so as to make a list of _________ you think your real interests lie.
A. that B. what
C. where D. how
14、 More than one official _____ the people heart and soul, which makes the public satisfied.
A. serves B. serve
C. serves for D. sever for
15、- The zookeeper was really annoyed with me．
- How could he have been if you ______ stones at the animals?（ ）
A．didn’t throw B．don’t throw
C．hadn’t thrown D．haven’t thrown
16、People in this country who have no job can get money from ________, but it isn't much to live on.
A．welfare
B．price
C．prize
D．salary
17、---I am going to travel to England. Would you consider telling me about your experiences there?
---__________.Let’s discuss it over drink.
A．That’s all right. B．By all means.
C．Go ahead. D．It just depends.
18、______ environmental damage is done，it takes many years for the ecosystem to recover．
A．Even if B．If only
C．As if D．Once
19、There are hundreds of scenes in English novels _______ characters walk through a landscape of fallen leaves _________ mirrors the feelings of the characters.
A.where; that
B.that; when
C.which; where
D.when; which
20、________ chairman of the committee, he felt on top of the world.
A.Electing B.Elected C.To be elected D.Having elected
21、At just 19 years old, Arik Ancelin is making a name for himself in the rapping (说唱表演) world, which he hopes will pave the way for fellow artists with Down syndrome (唐氏综合征) like himself. He has already seen plenty of success with his first three albums as well as his TikTok. But Arik’s latest victory may be the biggest one yet: a co-operation with producer and vocalist DJ Nitti Gritti.
The song they created together is called “True Colors”. This true labor of love focuses on the beauty of being different and encourages listeners to follow their dreams no matter what. “It makes me feel happy because I do want a lot of people to hear that message,”Arik said. “I just want them to take this away. You can be different. I want you to be feeling good today. I just want you to be pursuing your dreams.”
To celebrate the recent release of their song, Arik and DJ Nitti had the amazing opportunity to perform it together at an Orlando nightclub, something that was an absolute dream for the up-and-coming rapper.
In addition to being a huge fan of Arik’s, DJ Nitti also wanted to cooperate with him because of his love for his own cousin, who has autism (自闭症). “It’s actually very close to my heart to be able to work on music, especially with someone with a disability. And, to treat everyone equally,” DJ Nitti said. “It’s a message that is right up my path, and it means a lot to him to sing about it. So, I wanted to help him get his message out.”
In just a short period of time, DJ Nitti has been able to do just that, helping Arik get one step closer to his dreams. “I want to be one of the biggest disability rappers,” Arik said, “and I want to be an inspiration to all types of people.”
We can’t wait to cheer him on as he does just that! Listen to part of their song in the video below, and don’t forget to share this story with friends to lift their spirits today.
【1】What did Arik want to convey through “True Colors”?
A．Every singer can live a colorful life.
B．Artists cooperate with famous people.
C．Dreams can be achieved no matter what.
D．Everyone can follow their dreams though different.
【2】How did Arik feel when performing at an Orlando nightclub?
A．Concerned.
B．Nervous.
C．Excited.
D．Embarrassed.
【3】Why did DJ Nitti want to cooperate with Arik?
A．To make a name for himself.
B．To assist one of his relatives.
C．To cure people with disabilities.
D．To inspire people to produce music.
【4】What is the writer’s purpose in writing the text?
A．To introduce a famous song.
B．To remember a greater rapper.
C．To stress the importance of music.
D．To encourage people to be optimistic.
22、Sarah Park has known about the impact of music on the brain since a young age. The 13-year-old, who has been playing the violin since she was 4, says she noticed its positive effect on those around her, especially her grandmother, who suffered from mental illness.
Now, the Jacksonville, Florida, middle-schooler hopes to use music therapy (疗法) to help others struggling with mental illness. Her invention, Spark Care+, earned her the title of “America’s Top Young Scientist” at the 3M Young Scientist Challenge on October 19, 2021.
Spark Care+ requires participants to respond to a series of questions based on the Hamilton Anxiety and Depression Scale, designed to assess the person’s mental state. The device’s inbuilt sensors record vital mental health indicators, such as heart rate and blood pressure. Spark Care+’s AI component analyzes the information and recommends the appropriate music to help lift the participants’ spirits. It also monitors its impact on the listeners.
Sarah Park hopes to make her invention accessible to all. The ninth-grader hopes to turn it into a wristband with inbuilt sensors, a heart-rate monitor, and Bluetooth. She also wants to build an app to make Spark Care+ accessible to everyone. “I hope to be able to distribute it around the world to people of all ages,” Park says.
In addition to being an inventor, Park is also a musical prodigy who has won several violin competitions, including the Florida state championship. She also plays the piano and is a math champion. The teen hopes to be an innovator and researcher in the medical field using technology and robotics. Her advice to other young scientists? “Dream big, ask questions, and anything is possible.”
【1】What led to Park’s invention of Spark Care+?
A．Her desire to earn a title.
B．Her research on brain health.
C．Her grandmother’s mental illness.
D．Her observation of the effect of music.
【2】What’s a function of Spark Care+’s AI component?
A．To monitor heart rate.
B．To collect information.
C．To lower blood pressure.
D．To suggest delightful music.
【3】What does Paragraph 4 mainly talk about?
A．Park’s future plans.
B．Park’s achievements.
C．Influence of Park’s invention.
D．Application of Park’s invention.
【4】Which of the following is a suitable title for the text?
A．New Invention Surprises the Science Field
B．Sarah Park Has Become the Youngest Scientist
C．Young Scientist Uses Music to Improve Mental Health
D．Spark Care+ Brings Honor to Young Scientist Sarah Park
23、 Forty-year-old Hester Grainer estimates spending £300 to £400 each month on clothes, but returning around 80 percent. Actually, we’ve all done it. We buy something we think we like and then change our minds about it. We’re fortunate many companies allow us to easily exchange or refund items. It’s so easy these days that retailers (零售商) are seeing an increase in a new type of shopper: the serial returner.
In the last two years 26 percent of retailers have seen an increase in in-store and online returns—with the number of items being sent back up by 22 percent. It’s a problem for companies. Handling these returns eats into profits. Free delivery for the customer means the company foots the bill. Items may need to be repackaged. They are damaged—making them unfit for resale.
Tony Mannix, CEO of Clipper, a company that handles returned goods for major retailers, said about 5 percent of them end up “being binned”. Sometimes the fast fashion cycle has moved on. By the time the item comes back, it becomes a cut-price item on a reduced-to-clear rail—at further loss to the company.
Some companies are taking action. Four in ten retailers now say they charge for returns to discourage the sending of non-faulty items. Online retail giant Amazon was reported to have started banning customers with too many returned items. This is something, according to a study, over half of UK fashion retailers would consider. And a third of retailers have hiked their prices to cover these returns.
But Vicky Brock, director of data innovation at ReBound Returns, believes this isn’t the best strategy. She says discouraging returns shows a lack of understanding by the retailer. Using data, companies can reduce returns by helping customers choose better. Some companies such as Uniqlo and Asos already provide a suggested size based on the customer’s previous purchases and information on height and weight.
Ultimately, she says, returns are now as much a part of the shopping experience as buying things, and shops need to take this into consideration.
【1】Serial returners refer to those who ________.
A．are easily changing their minds when shopping
B．prefer to exchange purchases with other customers
C．buy items in large quantities but return most of them
D．are unable to resist the urge to buy whatever they like
【2】What usually happens to the returns according to Tony Mannix?
A．Some returns fail to be sold at normal prices.
B．Customers are required to cover the returns.
C．Most of the returned goods are unfit for resale.
D．One fifth of returned items have to be repackaged.
【3】Which view would Vicky Brock agree with?
A．Companies won’t profit from handling returns.
B．Raising prices to cover returns is a wise choice for shops.
C．Offering customers information can discourage returns.
D．Buying and returning are both necessary in shopping.
24、This Tiny Box Will Help You Relax In Terrible Summer Heat!
Traditional Air Conditioners (AC) are outdated. Thousands of people are now using a much cheaper alternative. With over million units sold worldwide, this device is becoming one of the most successful gadgets of 2019. EVERYONE wants this awesome looking box for summer!
What Are We Talking About?
Meet the new AirFreez! It’s a perfect solution for those very hot days and nights! The AirFreez was designed by two Swiss engineers who realized that AC units are super inefficient and cost a lot of money to use. The engineers also discovered that none of the traditional AC units were made to travel with.
So, they designed this light-weight, portable Air Cooling box. It uses a very small amount of electricity and all without sacrificing any of the main benefits of a top AC model! It’s tiny, easy to use and it can cool you in seconds!
What Is So Special About This Little Box?
The main benefits of AirFreez are its portability and price.
It is no larger than a lunchbox. Besides, it can be powered by a pocket solar panel or battery pack.
And the price is just amazing. AirFreez costs less than $100 (Actually $53 for each if you buy more than one here). No messy installation, no expensive electricity bills. For a Cooling unit of this quality, this must be the single best price-quality AC unit there is!
How Can You Get An AirFreez?
Here is how to get one— order it from the Official Website for BEST PRICE.
【1】Which of the following words can best describe AirFreez?
A.Smart but fragile. B.Costly but multi-functional.
C.Foldable and durable. D.Handy and energy-saving.
【2】What can we learn about AirFreez?
A.It costs less than $53. B.It requires no complex installation.
C.It doesn’t consume electricity. D.It is a little larger than a lunch box.
【3】What is the purpose of this passage?
A.To advertise Airfreez.
B.To explain the functions of AirFreez.
C.To introduce the inventors of AirFreez.
D.To compare AirFreez with traditional AC.
25、“Well?” my teacher asked. “Do you know the answer?” I shifted uneasily in my seat and _______ around the classroom. I said in a low voice, “No idea.” Not _______ the tears in my eyes, she _______ the math lesson. The rest of the day _______ on slowly, until finally the last bell rang, a _______ of freedom, until the next day.
I always felt out of _______ at school. Rarely did I accept a compliment (称赞) on _______ achievements in school. By fourth grade, my self-confidence had shrunk _______ and I became depressed.
One day, my teacher yelled at me in front of the entire crowd of kids. “How _______ can you be? If you don’t start shaping up soon, you’ll ________ being a failure.” That was the first time someone had said “you’re a failure” right to my ________. I stayed there for a half hour, crying and ________ if the pain and disappointment would ever end.
I left that school shortly afterwards, hoping to find a place where l could get away from the pain and find the ________ buried deep within me. And I did. My new school has ________ me to see myself in a better light and recognize how much I have ________. The academics aren’t as intense as my previous school and I’ve opened up to others, no longer ________ of what they’ll think of me.
I have built new ________ — not based on academic skill but on true friendship. People ________ me cheerfully each morning because they see my inner ________. Me! The person who works to make himself into the best person he can be. This year has breathe new ________ into me.
【1】
A．turned
B．glanced
C．wandered
D．gathered
【2】
A．drying
B．wiping
C．preventing
D．noticing
【3】
A．continued
B．prepared
C．organized
D．repeated
【4】
A．dragged
B．carried
C．got
D．kept
【5】
A．loss
B．burst
C．signal
D．means
【6】
A．sight
B．order
C．place
D．control
【7】
A．artistic
B．sporting
C．cultural
D．academic
【8】
A．considerably
B．probably
C．frequently
D．surprisingly
【9】
A．diligent
B．dumb
C．stubborn
D．ambitious
【10】
A．make up
B．end up
C．take up
D．put up
【11】
A．ear
B．back
C．mind
D．face
【12】
A．hesitating
B．expecting
C．wondering
D．insisting
【13】
A．willingness
B．loneliness
C．kindness
D．greatness
【14】
A．enabled
B．forced
C．persuaded
D．reminded
【15】
A．confirmed
B．promised
C．grown
D．accepted
【16】
A．envious
B．afraid
C．sure
D．confident
【17】
A．bonds
B．skills
C．interests
D．systems
【18】
A．respect
B．comfort
C．greet
D．appreciate
【19】
A．peace
B．voice
C．spark
D．conflict
【20】
A．interest
B．life
C．experience
D．burden
26、假定你是某国际学校学生李华。今年暑假将有15名英国学生来你校参加“游学”( Study Abroad)活动。学校现从学生中招募15个义务接待家庭。请你根据以下要点用英文给负责此项目工作的Mr. Dean写一封申请信。
你的家庭情况； 2.你家的居住条件及与学校的距离； 3.你家作为接待家庭的优势。
注意：1. 词数100左右； 2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯； 3. 信的开头和结尾已给出，但不计入总词数。
Dear Mr. Dean,
It is nice to learn that 15 students from Britain will come to our school for a Study Abroad program.
I’m looking forward to your reply.
Yours
Li Hua
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