1、The new supermarket was once close to closing down. But since the underground was opened, business has been _______.
A. picking up B. coming up
C. making up D. turning up
2、Anyone be in a rough life time, whether he is “Bai Fumei” or “Gao Fushuai.”
A. must B. will
C. can D. should
3、During the weekend, the health club is usually full of people to get in shape
A. try B.grew
C. trying D. having tried
4、Nowadays the ___________ for travelling is shifted from shopping to food and scenery.
A.priority
B.potential
C.power
D.pension
5、Terry,please _____ your cell phone when Grandma is talking to you.
A.look up from B.look into
C.look back on D.look through
6、---They are quiet, aren’t they?
--- Yes. They are accustomed ________ at meals.
A.to talk B.to not talking C.to talking D.to not talking
7、 you reminded me, I knew nothing about the mistakes I made in my term paper.
A. Unless B. Until C. After D. When
8、What a wonder! They’ve finished ______half of the project in such a short time.
A.no more than B.no less than C.not more than D.much less than
9、There are plenty of vegetables in the fridge. You needn’t buy ______.
A. some B. any C. few D. little
10、—Did you enjoy staying with your friend last week, Lily?
—Yes. I ________ with him for a long time.
A.haven’t stayed
B.didn’t stay
C.hadn’t stayed
D.wouldn’t stay
11、Doctors explain to my parents that it may be half a year ______it is possible to test this medicine on human patients.
A.before
B.since
C.after
D.when
12、There is one issue that stands out above all the rest, one every student is concerned about, _______ which class he may be from.
A. regardless of B. on account of
C. in addition to D. according to
13、The ______ of spicy, salty, sweet and sour flavours makes Gong Bao Chicken hard to resist.
A.decoration
B.construction
C.competition
D.combination
14、Most colleges now offer first-year students a course specially ________ to help them to succeed academically.
A.designed
B.designing
C.to design
D.being designed
15、--Mr. Smith, you are fined for over-speeding. Please sign here.
--Fined? Over-speeding? ________
A. Are you all right? B. You can't be serious!
C. Mind your own business! D. You asked for it!
16、China has made ______ clear to the world that in the course of its development it seeks for both golden, silver hills and clean water, green mountains as well.
A. this B. that C. it D. One
17、However busy you are, try to ________ at least half an hour each day to practice listening and reading.
A. put away B. put up
C. put off D. put aside
18、Nowhere have I seen _______ beautiful valley. There are brooks, flowers and trees everywhere.
A.a more B.the more C.the most D.a most
19、—Have you been to the Great Wall?
—Perhaps not in my memory. ________, it might have been during my early childhood.
A.If any
B.If possible
C.If not
D.If ever
20、—Are there any CDs of Adele left in the store?
一There are only a few,___________.
A.if ever B.if any
C.if some D.if not
21、Located in Shanghai’s coastal Lingang area, the Shanghai Astronomy Museum covers 38,000 square meters.
“The majority of astronomy museums in the world are about 20,000 square meters, so this is arguably the largest in the world.It will be able to host visits by around 6,000 people a day,” said Lin Qing, director of the museum’s research center.
The futuristic building will feature three main exhibitions — Home, Universe and Odyssey — displaying astronomical knowledge, theories about the universe, and the history and current status of human exploration of space.
The museum will use many technologies to engage visitors.They will be able to experience travelling on the moon with virtual reality glasses or lie down to watch the starry night sky in the planetarium, which has a diameter (直径) of 17 meters.
“We don’t want our exhibition to be like a dull textbook.We focus on creating an exciting experience for visitors so that they’ll leave the museum with a more curious mind for space and a love for astronomy,” said Xin Ge, director of the museum.
Besides interactive experiences, the museum will also exhibit many rare items, including a first edition copy of the first English translation of Isaac Newton’s Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy which was published in 1729.
In the meteorites (陨石) section, a 21.4-kilogram meteorite will be displayed under glass.It fell onto a farm in Changxing Island in the city in 1964 and the piece held by the museum is the largest one.
When it’s officially open, the museum will operate from 9 am to 4 pm, with entrance tickets priced at 30 yuan ($4.50) for adults and 15 yuan for students.
【1】What do we know about Shanghai Astronomy Museum?
A.It is definitely the largest in the world.
B.It covers 58,000 square meters.
C.Its planetarium is 17 meters in diameter.
D.A 31.4-kilogram meteorite will be in it.
【2】What can visitors do in the museum?
A.They can read textbooks about the museum.
B.They can walk on the moon with friends.
C.They can buy Isaac Newton’s first edition copy.
D.They can enjoy virtual reality with tools.
【3】How much will it take for a family with two parents and two kids aged 10 for admission?
A.75 yuan.
B.85 yuan.
C.90 yuan.
D.95 yuan.
22、For nearly 33 years he lived a lonely life on a beautiful island in the Mediterranean, where he was the only resident. There was no social life, no fancy food, no friends—his only companions were birds and cats. He slept on a small bed and had few clothes.
Mauro Morandi, known as Italy’s Robinson Crusoe,was caretaker of the Sardinian island of Budelli, enjoying silence, loneliness, and the peacefulness of nature while living in an old beach stone room. Then his blissful world came to an end.
After years of struggling with ocean park authorities that wanted to remove him to turn the island into an environmental observatory,in May Morandi accepted his fate—he left.
Moving home and starting a new life can be tough for anyone. Even more so for an 82-year-old who has spent three decades living a lonely existence on an island. Is it possible to move on and readjust?
To Morandi,the answer is “Yes!”
“It’s never really over,” Morandi tells CNN. “I’m the living proof that a second, new life is possible. You can always start all over again, even if you’re over 80, because there are other things you can experience, a totally different world. I’m happy and I have rediscovered the pleasure of living the good life and enjoying everyday comforts. ”
Morandi has been sharpening his skills as a communicator. After years of loneliness, he’s now eager to talk to people, exchange views and post photos and comments on social networks to interact with the world.
Morandi, originally from Modena in northern Italy, arrived at his former home on Budelli in 1989 by accident. He fell in love with the crystal-clear waters,coral sands and beautiful sunsets—and became its caretaker.
While meeting occasional island visitors, he has mostly lived alone. In recent years his online presence, posting images from Budelli, saw him connecting with a virtual community. Now he has the real thing. He says he misses the silence of Budelli.
【1】What does the underlined word “blissful” in paragraph 2 probably mean?
A.Painful.
B.Joyful.
C.Colourful.
D.Stressful.
【2】Why did Morandi leave the island of Budelli?
A.He disliked loneliness.
B.He was forced to leave.
C.He missed his family members.
D.He wanted to live a normal life.
【3】Which word can best describe Morandi?
A.Adaptable.
B.Responsible.
C.Interesting.
D.Fortunate.
【4】What lesson can we learn from Morandi?
A.Easier said than done.
B.It is hard to please all.
C.Rome is not built in one day.
D.It is never too late to start.
23、Hundreds of millions have rolled up their sleeves for the COVID-19 vaccine, but why haven't they rolled up their pants legs instead? Why do we get most shots in our arms? What's the science behind why we get most vaccines in our arm and does location matter?
Muscles make an excellent vaccine (疫苗) administration site because muscle tissue contains important immune (免疫) cells. These immune cells recognize the antigen (抗原), a tiny piece of a virus or bacteria introduced by the vaccine that stimulates an immune response.
In the case of the COVID-19 vaccine, the immune cells in the muscle tissue pick up these antigens and present them to the lymph nodes (淋巴结). Injecting (注射) the vaccine into muscle tissue keeps the vaccine localized, allowing immune cells to sound the alarm to other immune cells and get to work. Once a vaccine is recognized by the immune cells in the muscle, these cells carry the antigen to lymph vessels, which transport the antigen-carrying immune cells into the lymph nodes.
Lymph nodes, key components of our immune system,contain more immune cells that recognize the antigens in vaccines and start the immune process of creating antibodies.
Croups of lymph nodes are located in areas close to vaccine administration sites. For instance, many vaccines are injected in the deltoid (三角肌) because it is close to lymph nodes located just under the armpit (腋下).
Muscle tissue also tends to keep vaccine reactions localized at the injection site. If certain vaccines are injected into fat tissue, the chance of irritation and side effect increases because fat tissue has poor blood supply, leading to poor absorption of some vaccine components. Vaccines must be given in a muscle to avoid widespread side effect.
Yet another deciding factor in vaccine administration location is the size of the muscle as well as convenience.
【1】Why did the author raised many questions in the first paragraph?
A.People do have many questions about injecting the vaccine into arms.
B.The writer actually didn't know the answers of these questions.
C.The writer wanted to arouse readers' interest in reading the article.
D.The theory behind the vaccine injection is difficult to understand.
【2】What's the advantage of getting vaccine shots in the muscle?
A.Muscle tissue spread important immune cells easily.
B.Muscle tissue can stimulate an immune response.
C.The antigen can be recognized by muscle tissue easily.
D.Vaccine can stimulate a better immune response there.
【3】What may the underlined word in the sixth paragraph mean?
A.Common feeling of sorrow.
B.Abnormal sensitivity to stimulation.
C.Terrible wound in the muscle.
D.Absorption of vaccine components.
【4】What may the article continue to present?
A.The advantage of getting wide vaccine shots in arms.
B.How to prevent the wide spread of the COVID-19.
C.The size of muscle and convenience also location.
D.How to prevent the side effect of getting vaccine shots.
24、Here’s an unusual story: a diamond ring was recently found in an egg. The magician, Liu Qian, discovered it in front of an audience of millions at CCTV’s Spring Festival Gala. Liu’s magic tricks have made the centuries – old art of magic fashionable once again, and made him the hottest magician in China.
As a seasoned magician from Taiwan, Liu is popular worldwide for his magic shows. Countries he has performed in include the United States, Japan, South Korea and the UK. Witnessing something impossible happen right before your eyes is the root of people’s love for magic.
Liu is known for his interaction with his audiences. He has a unique understanding of showmanship(演出技巧)。“It’s actually thinking rather than one’s manipulation (处理) skills that is more important to achieving a successful magic show. We think carefully about how to design the shows creatively, to make them appear more interesting,” Liu said.
Liu Qian’s success dated back to his childhood. Born in 1976 in Taiwan, he found himself attracted to a magic toy in a shop when he was seven years old. At the age of 12, he won Taiwan’s Youth Magic Contest, which was judged by the great American magician, David Copperfield.
Yet, Liu never planned on becoming a professional magician. He studied Japanese literature at university and only hoped to be an amateur magician in his spare time. However, his failure to find a proper job after graduation pushed him towards magic as a career.
To refine his performing skills, he has performed on streets, roads and fields, for passersby, policemen and farmers.
“Street shows are the biggest challenge for us magicians. We have to deal with unexpected situations and tough crowds,” Liu said.
【1】The story is about ________.
A. why people love magic
B. how Liu Qian became China’s hottest magician
C. how fashionable magic is
D. what magic tricks are
【2】People love to watch magic because ________.
A. they love watching magicians make the impossible happen
B. it arouses their curiosity
C. they can’t figure out the secret of magic
D. it is a centuries – old art
【3】Which of the following is the key reason that Liu Qian decided to make magic his career?
A. He was interested in magic when he was little.
B. He had won Taiwan’s Youth Magic Contest.
C. He couldn’t find an acceptable job after graduation.
D. He became an amateur magician in his spare time.
【4】 What does the underlined word “seasoned” in Paragraph2 mean?
A. experienced
B. freshman
C. amateur
D. unskillful
【5】From the story we know that______.
A. Liu Qian competed in many magic competitions.
B. Liu Qian often invites audiences to be in his magic show.
C. Liu Qian does street show to make money.
D. Liu Qian performs on the streets in order to increase his fame.
25、One dark morning during my walk, I fell and had my ________ broken. I received several ________ over two years. It was no fun for a busy mother! More ________. I was left with certain physical limitation. My doctor told me to live life to the ________, but not to do things that would be too much for my arm. As I recovered from the last surgery, I fell in ________ over all the things I would never get to do that I had wanted to try, like boating. However, I ________ so much on what I couldn't do that I didn't ________ what I could do was right in front of me all along.
My fourteen-year-old son, Matthew, was ________ archery (射箭). I loved watching him shoot arrows and I had learned quite a bit about the ________. I had never tried his bow. I was sure my aim would never allow for such ________ equipment, anyway. Then during one of my son's ________, the coaches had a “fun day” and ________ encouraged the typically sedentary (久坐的) parents to ________ a bow. Before I realized what I was doing, I shot my ________ arrow. And it hit the ________—6 points!
From then on, I often practiced. The more I did it, the more I knew I could do it. I realize that not only will my body ________ this new adventure, but my family will also—my husband has taken up archery and my other son has tried it as well! I think the sport has made my family ________ in some way. I never ________ something like archery would be possible for me. I guess being faced with the concept of “limitations” pushed me forward. No more ________ and no more fears, I just had to take ________ and shoot—and find my way.
【1】
A.head
B.arm
C.leg
D.eye
【2】
A.certifications
B.occupations
C.qualifications
D.operations
【3】
A.unfortunately
B.importantly
C.luckily
D.happily
【4】
A.fullest
B.fairest
C.cheapest
D.easiest
【5】
A.desperation
B.sympathy
C.embarrassment
D.love
【6】
A.took
B.focused
C.insisted
D.called
【7】
A.regret
B.describe
C.confirm
D.realize
【8】
A.fond of
B.aware of
C.sensitive to
D.occupied in
【9】
A.sport
B.club
C.job
D.injury
【10】
A.interesting
B.frightening
C.challenging
D.deserving
【11】
A.competitions
B.practices
C.vacations
D.performances
【12】
A.enthusiastically
B.patiently
C.honestly
D.violently
【13】
A.take away
B.sort out
C.break down
D.pick up
【14】
A.third
B.second
C.first
D.last
【15】
A.distance
B.enemy
C.target
D.air
【16】
A.suffer from
B.benefit from
C.adapt to
D.take to
【17】
A.busier
B.clearer
C.closer
D.richer
【18】
A.suspected
B.insisted
C.concluded
D.imagined
【19】
A.excuses
B.responsibilities
C.permissions
D.motivations
【20】
A.care
B.pain
C.action
D.defeat
26、假定你是李华。下面是你班班会上以“中学生是否能佩带手机”为题进行讨论的情况。请你写一封信给21st Century报的编辑说明该情况,并表明你自己的观点。
比例 40%学生赞同 60%学生不赞同
赞同的理由:1.便于同亲友联系;2.可以上网查资料;3.储存有用信息。
不赞同的理由:1.手机辐射对人健康有害;2.响铃影响自己和他人学习。
注意:1.要包含所有的要点,但不要逐条翻译;2.字数约100字。参考词汇:辐射radiation
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