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1、His dream of retiring in England ended finally because he hadn’t _________ his poor ability to adapt to the changeable cold weather there.
A. stood for B. settled for C. allowed for D. answered for
2、--Joey founded his company at the age of 25. That's quite___________
-Yes, he will be ______ for sure.
A.something; nobody B.everything; nobody
C.something; somebody D.anything; somebody
3、I don’t mind what kind of car it is. I just want ______ that gets me there.
A．those
B．one
C．that
D．ones
4、-- Tom says he is too tired to go on.
-- He can’t. He ________ for an hour.
A. had worked B. has just worked
C. just worked D. has only been working
5、Some classical music, _______ softly, can be gentle and help put one in the calming state of mind when just lying down to sleep.
A. playing B. played
C. having played D. to play
6、— Oh, my God, I left my portable computer in the taxi!
— ________. Let’s call the taxi company first．
A.Pray for it B. Cheer up
C. Forget it D. Calm down
7、My son’s 10 years birthday is drawing near, I decided to ________ a computer to give him as a gift.
A. borrow B. lend C. purchase D. hire
8、You may______remember some idioms in the texts but you couldn’t ______ remember all the words in them.
A. probably; possibly B. possibly; likely
C. probably; likely D. likely; possibly
9、My wife ________ on the night shift when my plane ________. That’s why no one is to meet me at the airport today.
A．was working; arrived
B．will be working; arrives
C．will have worked; has arrived
D．is working; is arriving
10、The Chinese men's relay team worked miracle in Bird's Nest Stadium when they ___________ a historic 4x100m relay silver medal.
A.struggled B.advanced C.defended D.captured
11、It seems that living green is _____ easy and affordable．A small step makes a big difference．
A．exactly B．fortunately
C．surprisingly D．hardly
12、In the USA in the last 100 years, 23 men _______ to death wrongly.
A.have transformed B.had announced C.had been condemned D.have been sentenced
13、Many countries are increasing their use of natural gas, wind and other forms of ________.
A.energy B.source C.power D.material
14、The Great Wall ______ more than 21,000 km, astronauts can recognize it even in the universe.
A．measuring
B．to measure
C．measured
D．having measured
15、With a little more care, you________the traffic' accident．It' s lucky that you just hurt your arm．
A. can avoid B. arrived
C. had avoided D. could have avoided
16、Climate change is an issue ________ has aroused worldwide attention.
A.what B.which C.as D.where
17、It is not your grades but the attitude to your course matters.
A．that B．one C．what D．it
18、________ it's caused by feelings of guilt from overindulgence, unmet expectations, or a return to loneliness, depression after the holidays is a common condition, also called "post-vacation blues".
A.If B.Regardless of C.Whether D.As though
19、— I can’t bear the air pollution in this city anymore. It is getting worse and worse.
— ________! We’ve never had so many chemical factories before.
A. I wouldn’t bet on it B. You said it
C. Keep it up D. Come off it
20、On two occasions he was accused of stealing money from the company，but in neither case ______ any evidence to support the claims．
A．was there B．there was
C．had there been D．there had been
21、Nutrient shortages might not be the result of poor diet. A study from 2004 showed that many fruits and vegetables contain less protein, iron, calcium, and vitamin C than they did in the1950s, though carbohydrate levels have increased over the same time length. While some researchers think this difference is explained by farmers growing sweeter cultivar, others believe a bigger factor is at play— Earth’s changing atmosphere.
Earth’s atmospheric carbon dioxide levels are rising. Within the next 50 years, carbon dioxide concentrations are expected to reach 550 parts per million, which is about double the amount measured before the mid—19th century. Farming will be greatly affected: Research shows that raised carbon dioxide levels will affect 95 percent of plant species—including main crops, such as wheat, rice, and potatoes by causing essential mineral levels to drop by 6 to 8 percent. Though this decline may sound negligible, it will have far—reaching consequences for global health.
The influences of an increasingly carbon-concentrated atmosphere were first observed in zooplankton, microscopic sea creatures that primarily feed on algae. Rising carbon dioxide levels could also have a similar effect on land plants’ nutritional value. When they can more easily transform sunlight into food, plants pack in a higher concentration of carbohydrates at the expense of protein, zinc, iron, and other essential nutrients.
Will the increase of carbohydrates and consequent decrease of other nutrients in your meals make a difference for your health? According to some evidence, yes. Nutrient-rich plants are vital for fighting against health problems around the world, and lower levels in natural sources put populations at risk. For instance, studies show that 150 million people may be at risk for protein shortage by 2050, and iron shortage may affect a billion pregnant women within the same time period.
【1】What causes the nutrient shortages in food?
A．Poor dict.
B．Changing atmosphere.
C．Farm produce.
D．Time length
【2】What will happen in the next 50 years?
A．Carbon dioxide will be double than that at present.
B．Carbon dioxide of plant species will increase 95%.
C．Plants’ mineral levels will drop by 6 to 8 percent.
D．Plants species will reach 550 times as much.
【3】What is the influence of nutrient-less plants to people?
A．Lack of protein levels.
B．Lack of natural sources.
C．Lack of pregnant women.
D．Lack of carbohydrates.
【4】What would be the best title for this passage?
A．Earth’s Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide Level
B．Climate Change and Plant Nutrient Levels
C．More Food Leading to Better Health
D．Natural Resources and Carbohydrate
22、Around four years ago, I received a call from the principal of our school as to the “Parents View” talk the next morning. He asked me to speak to the group. After the call, my whole body became feverish and panicky. The time from his call to the next morning seemed like years. The whole night, I could not sleep with many ominous apprehensions in mind. One of them was to call the principal with regret and tell him that I could not come. Finally, I gathered some courage. I thought, “If I miss this opportunity, surely the school will never invite me again to any of their programs.”
I reached the school in time. Before my turn came, my whole body was trembling. When my turn came and I started speaking, my heartbeat increased and my mouth went dry. I wasn’t even able to read the written speech properly. I was not aware of where I was standing and what I was reading. That was the day when I realized my biggest weakness, Public Speaking.
After my speech, I met with the principal and explained what happened to me. He told me that this happens to everyone. Even great speaker, faced the same things when they started. He suggested that I come again next time.
Around one month later, I was invited to refer to a topic on Motivation. This time I was feeling comfortable. My speech was not only appreciated by the principal as well as the teachers, because I was able to get my idea across to them. They encouraged and praised my efforts.
After delivering is successfully, I became more confident .l said to myself, “If I can speak in front of such a learned audience, like the principal who educates others, I can now speak in front of others too.”
I started delivering lectures in my plant, on various topics like Self Motivation, Personality Development, Personal Excellence, Spoken English and Presentation Skills. This has become a passion for me. I learned that everything is possible if we have the courage to take the first step.
【1】Which of the following is the best title for the passage？
A. Practice Makes a Man a Better Speechmaker
B. Public Speaking Makes a Man Embarrassed.
C. Principal Provides the Best Chances.
D. Spoken English Develops in Malting Speeches.
【2】The author had bad feelings before the speech because______.
A. he disliked the idea of giving a lecture
B. he had got a high fever before that
C. he regretted accepting the invitation
D. he feared he couldn't perform it properly
【3】What does the underlined part “ominous apprehensions” in the first paragraph mean？
A. Unlucky opportunities. B. Negative ideas.
C. Curious views. D. Happy comments.
【4】What can we conclude from the passage？
A. Nothing is to be got without pains but poverty.
B. Knowledge makes humble, ignorance makes proud.
C. A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.
D. Necessity is the mother of invention.
23、Accountants Assistant
When you join us in our Revenue Administration Unit, you will be providing assistance within all parts of the Revenue Division, dealing with post and other general duties. If you are educated to GCSE grade C level, we would like to talk to you. This position is equally suitable for a school leaver or for somebody who has office experience. Feel free to come to our office in person for the chance.
Father Christmas
We’re looking for a very special person preferably over 40, to fill our Father Christmas suit.
Working days: Every Saturday from November 24 to December 15 and every day from December 17 to December 24 except Sunday, 10:30-16:00.
Excellent pay.
Please contact the Enterprise Shopping Center, Station Parade, Eastbourne.
Producer, London Kiss
We’re looking for producers to join us in the second of London 100 FM. You’ll work on the station’s music programmes. Music production experience in radio is necessary, along with rich knowledge of modern dance music. Please apply in writing to Producer Vacancies, Kissl00.
Software Trainer
If you are aged 24-45 and have experience in teaching and training, you could be the person we are looking for. You should be good at the computer and have some experience in programme writing. You will be allowed to make our decision, and to design courses as well as present them. Pay upwards of￡15,000 for the right person. Please apply by sending your CV(简历) to Mrs R. Oglivie, Palmlace Limited.
【1】How can a person apply to be an accountants assistant?
A．By making a call.
B．By writing a letter.
C．By visiting the office directly.
D．By sending a CV to the manager.
【2】Which position doesn’t require working experience?
A．Accountants Assistant.
B．Father Christmas.
C．Producer, London Kiss.
D．Software Trainer.
【3】Who is most likely to apply to Palmlace Limited?
A．One enthusiastic about music.
B．One just graduating from school.
C．One enjoying working in a radio station.
D．One experienced in teaching and training.
24、阅读短文，按照题目要求用英语回答问题。
After Mom died, I began visiting Dad every morning before I went to work. He was weak and moved slowly, but he always had a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice on the kitchen table for me, along with an unsigned note reading, “Drink your juice.” Such a gesture, I knew, was as far as Dad had ever been able to go in expressing his love. In fact, I remember, as a kid I had questioned Mom “Why doesn’t Dad love me?” Mom frowned (皱眉). “Who said he doesn’t love you?!” “Well, he never tells me.” I complained. “He never tells me either,” she said, smiling. “But look how hard he works to take care of us, to buy us food and clothes, and to pay for this house. That’s how your father tells us he loves us.”
I nodded slowly. I understood in my head, but not in my heart. I still wanted my father to put his arms around me and tell me he loved me. Dad owned and operated a small scrap metal (收破烂金属) business, and after school I often hung around while he worked. The machine that he used looked like a giant pair of scissors with blades (刃) thicker than my father’s body. If he didn’t feel those terrifying blades just right, he risked serious injury. “Why don’t you hire someone to do that for you?” Mom asked Dad one night as she bent over him and rubbed his aching shoulders with a strong smelling liniment (搽剂). “Why don’t you hire a cook?” Dad asked, giving her one of his rare smiles.
Many years later, during my first daily visit, after drinking the juice my father had squeezed for me, I walked over, hugged him and said, “I love you, Dad.” From then on I did this every morning. My father never told me how he felt about my hugs, and there was never any expression on his face when I gave hugs to him.
【1】What did the note say every morning the author’s father put it on the kitchen table?(no more than 5 words)
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【2】Why did the author complain to his mother about his father?(no more than 10 words)
______________________________________________________________________________________________
【3】How did the author’s father show his love for his family?(no more than 10 words)
______________________________________________________________________________________________
【4】What conclusion can we draw about the author’s father from the underlined sentence in the second but last paragraph?(no more than 10 words)
______________________________________________________________________________________________
【5】Are you moved by this story? Tell us how you will show your love for your parents.(no more than 20 words)
______________________________________________________________________________________________
25、Fait Diver: More Than Brief Stories
Every day, there are items in the news believed too minor to report at length. For these _________ stories, French newspapers of old had a solution: a section called fait divers: stories of a paragraph or a few lines. These brief stories were typically of some_________ or odd occurrence: train accidents, lovers' quarrels, drownings, suicides. The fait divers remained a practical form, intended to convey a story without _________ too much space, but it also developed into an art. In French literature, it crossed the line from low to high culture and influenced the writing of _________ as varied as Stendha（司汤达）, Flauber（福楼拜）, and Camus（加缪）, sometimes as the_________ inspiration for what later became a novel. _________ a version of it was present in American newspapers, it never quite caught on in the English press as a literary form.
Perhaps the finest flowering of fait divers was in the reports filed by the art critic Felix Feneon 1906. He gave the form more wit, more emotional _________ and formal perfection, than it had had before. In his hands, it became ironic, dark, and very funny. His collected fait divers, published in English as Novels in Three Lines, was a(n) _________ to me. It inspired me to undertake _________ projects. One was a sequence of fait divers set in contemporary Nigeria and__________ from the newspapers there. The other was based on stories from New York City's newspapers in 1912: the New-York Tribune, the New York Herald, the New York Times. I called my projects small fates." an acknowledgment that so many of these stories are __________ about the strange workings of chance.
One can go days in New York without really thinking about how __________ these streets once were by crowds of people, all of whom are now dead. I found in writing the small fates that these long-gone New Yorkers suddenly came back to the__________ tense when you are not even ready for it. The fine details made their lives vivid and __________. They were no longer__________, and at times seemed even more real to me than the latter-day outside my window.
【1】
A．curious
B．tiny
C．ridiculous
D．detailed
【2】
A．tragedy
B．coincidence
C．imagination
D．thriller
【3】
A．turning up
B．putting up
C．showing up
D．taking up
【4】
A．images
B．imagination
C．figures
D．portraits
【5】
A．motivative
B．sudden
C．original
D．weak
【6】
A．Though
B．When
C．Since
D．Before
【7】
A．expression
B．peace
C．health
D．discomfort
【8】
A．identification
B．secret
C．appeal
D．approach
【9】
A．a series of
B．a pair of
C．a collection of
D．a set of
【10】
A．received
B．inspired
C．eliminated
D．drawn
【11】
A．finally
B．accidentally
C．previously
D．unexpectedly
【12】
A．fascinating
B．populated
C．brilliant
D．sophisticated
【13】
A．previous
B．future
C．present
D．past
【14】
A．believable
B．considerable
C．understandable
D．approachable
【15】
A．deadly
B．lonely
C．lively
D．ghostly
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。
6-year-old Jesse was playing in the field when he suffered an electric shock, leaving him unconscious. He was rushed to the hospital. When he opened his eyes, he found both his arms gone.
His mother was in deep concern. She was aware that Jesse couldn't depend on his parents all his life. So she guided Jesse to learn to use his feet. To her delight, within three months, Jesse could do many things with his feet, even write.
It was time for Jesse to start school. On the first day, he was laughed at by other kids. Then Jesse surprised everyone that he wrote much more beautifully than the normal kids.
While walking, Jesse often fell because it was hard for him to keep balance without arms. He practiced again and again until he made it to walk steadily. Then he could even run fast.
At the age of 10, Jesse became an athlete of the disabled track and field team of his city. He practiced very hard. At the age of 14, he was able to run 400 meters in 56 seconds. And it was hoped that he could compete for the national champion. However, the international track and field rules suddenly changed and his event was cancelled.
No one’s life is easy, especially for the disabled. But Jesse didn’t lose heart. He changed to swimming. He was talented and became a professional member at the age of 17 with the hope of winning the qualification of entering the Olympic Games. But just before the competition, his old injury returned and he only got the sixth place, which meant he could go no further in sports. He was at a great loss, wondering where his future was.
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。
His father encouraged him to go back to high school for academic study after so many years of sports life.
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Once making up his mind, Jesse threw himself into what he was seeking.
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