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1、After studying in a medical college for five years, Jane _______ her job as a doctor in the countryside.
A.set out B.get over C.set up D.took up
2、______developing countries need to do is to stop poverty.
A. How B. That C. Which D. What
3、It ___ we had stayed together for a couple of weeks _____I found we are very different people．
A． was until; when B． was until; that
C． wasn’t until; when D． wasn’t until; that
4、The boy was so tired that he fell asleep ________ his mother could take off his clothes.
A．before
B．after
C．while
D．when
5、Parents should be aware of the fact that children, who are raised on a diet of soap operas and online games, seldom, participate in a variety of activities.
A. if never B. if not
C. if ever D. if so
6、Most online classes let students learn _____ their own pace.
A. at B. to C. from D. by
7、When someone turns away his body， it means impatience and a desire ____ a conversation．
A． to escape B． escaped
C． escaping D． having escaped
8、— However busy Mary is, she will ______ some time for exercise every day.
— No wonder she is always so energetic.
A．set aside
B．put away
C．get over
D．take in
9、______struck me most in the movie was the father’s deep love for his son.
A. That B. It C. What D. Which
10、I, ________ your friend, will try my best to give you a hand.
A．that is
B．which is
C．who am
D．who is
11、—Glad to see you again! I quite appreciate your new haircut.
— . Well, I like things that are in.
A. Of course B. Never mind C. Thank you D. Forget it
12、—Are you waiting for a bus from the office of the City Government?
—Yes. I arrived here at the bus stop ten minutes ago, but the bus .
A．hadn’t come
B．won’t come
C．didn’t come
D．hasn’t come
13、 ---What do you think of the film 2012?
---Well, it’s good. At least it’s ________ the one I saw last time with Jean.
A. as bad as B. not as good as
C. no worse than D. not better than
14、The people in Ya’an have met lots of difficulties, but they haven’t hope.
A．picked up B．given up
C．looked for D．waited for
15、At the beginning of a speech, it is very important to grab the audience’s attention and make them interested in ______ you have to say.
A. which B. what C. that D. who
16、Smoking too much may ______ lung cancer and cause other diseases.
A. devote to B. attend to
C. contribute to D. come to
17、—Where would you like to sit? In the corner or near the platform?
—______．I would like to sit by the piano so that I can watch the musician play．
A． Either B． Neither
C． None D． Both
18、Don't put your bicycle ____ the window．The glass can be easily broken．
A．with B．against C．beyond D．off
19、Henry set up a club for football fans, _____ he invited all his friends.
A. for whom B. to whom C. to which D. from which
20、It never occurred to me _____ you could succeed in persuading him to change his mind．
A.which B.what C.that D.if
21、Set at the entrance to beautiful bays and natural harbors, lighthouses have prevented ships from touching the ground in shallow water for hundreds of years. Sadly, however, many of them are not needed because of effective onboard navigational (导航的) systems. As they were designed to be visible, lighthouses often become very distinctive landmarks: their shapes and colors stand out against the surrounding landscapes. Consequently, they make for some fantastic photo opportunities and are usually set in impressive spots along rocky coastlines or wild seas.
Galle Lighthouse
Located within the ancient walls of Galle Fort, the lighthouse of the same name has protected the surrounding waters ever since it was first built in 1848. While it is the oldest lighthouse in the whole of Sri Lanka, the current lighthouse’s blindingly bright white walls only date back to 1939, when it was rebuilt after a devastating fire.
Hercules Tower Lighthouse
Ever since the second century AD, Hercules Tower Lighthouse has watched out over Spain’s North Atlantic coastline. This remarkably makes it one of the very few oldest lighthouses still in operation today. Such is its age that it is believed to have been modeled after the Lighthouse of Alexandria—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Big Red Lighthouse
Standing proudly at the south side of the Holland Channel, Big Red Lighthouse presents a striking red appearance to increase its visibility in the daytime. Another unusual quality of Big Red is that the rare lighthouse watches over two bodies of water—Lake Macatawa and Lake Michigan.
【1】Who are probably the fans of lighthouses nowadays?
A．Photographers.
B．Historians.
C．Sailors.
D．Scientists.
【2】Which of the following is currently used for navigation?
A．Galle Lighthouse.
B．The Lighthouse of Alexandria.
C．Big Red Lighthouse.
D．Hercules Tower Lighthouse.
【3】What is special about Big Red Lighthouse?
A．It has the same name as the ancient walls.
B．It borders Lake Macatawa and Lake Michigan.
C．It gives off red light to increase its visibility.
D．It is modeled after the ancient wonder.
22、The global population reached 8 billion on 15 November 2022, and India was estimated to surpass(超过)China as the world’s most populous country in 2023, according to World Population Prospects 2022, released on World Population Day.
“This year’s World Population Day falls during a milestone year, when we anticipate the birth of the Earth’s eight billionth inhabitant. This is an occasion to celebrate our diversity, recognize our common humanity, and marvel at advancements in health that have extended lifespans and dramatically reduced maternal and child mortality rates(死亡率),” said UN Secretary – General António Guterres. “At the same time, it is a reminder of our shared responsibility to care for our planet and a moment to reflect on where we still fall short of our commitments to one another,” he added.
The global population is growing at its slowest rale since 1950. The latest projections by the United Nations suggest that the world’s population could grow to around 8.5 billion in 2030 and 9.7 billion in 2050. It is projected to reach a peak of around 10.4 billion people during the 2080s and to remain at that level until 2100.
“The relationship between population growth and sustainable development is complex” said Liu Zhenmin, an official of the UN. “Rapid population growth makes defeating hunger and increasing the coverage of health and education systems more difficult. Conversely, achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, especially those related to health and education, will contribute to reducing fertility(能生育性)levels and slowing global population growth.”
Countries with ageing populations should take steps to adapt public programmes to the growing numbers of older persons, including by establishing universal health care and long-term care systems.
“Further actions by governments aimed at reducing fertility would have little impact on the pace of population growth between now and mid-century, because of the youthful age structure of today’s global population. Nevertheless, the cumulative(累计的)effect of lower fertility, if maintained over several decades, could slower global population growth greatly in the second half of the century,” added John Wilmoth, an official of the UN.
【1】Which of the following statements would António Guterres agree with?
A．We human beings should reflect on our diversity.
B．The global population growth goal has been achieved since 2022.
C．Governments shall try to keep their promises to population growth.
D．It is sure that the world’s population can grow to 9.7 billion in 2050.
【2】What’s Liu Zhenmin’s attitude towards population growth?
A．Objective.
B．Satisfied.
C．Doubtful.
D．Puzzled.
【3】What does the underlined word “Conversely” in the fourth paragraph mean?
A．As a result.
B．First of all.
C．On the contrary.
D．Most importantly.
【4】How does John think of further actions by governments in the short run?
A．There are many different debates on them.
B．They contribute to population’s structure.
C．They ignore world economy’s development.
D．There is little influence on population growth.
23、Events listed here are open to everyone. Whether you want to listen to a lecture, learn a new skill, take in a concert or an exhibition, see a play staged by Oxford University students or attend one of our sporting events, there’s always something going on.
Events are subject to change; please contact the organizer for full details.
Qu Leilei: A Chinese Artist in Britain
30 November 2017 to 15 April 2018
Contemporary Chinese artist Qu Leilei (born in 1951), now based in London, was a founding member of the creative ‘Stars Group’ in the late 1970s, and immigrated to England in 1985. This exhibition shows his progression from calligraphic (书法的) art to an exploration of a new vocabulary of ink language mixing lively brushwork with western technique.
The Brexit (脱欧) sword hanging over our universities
29 November 2017
Lord Bilimoria CBE，the Founder and Chairman of Cobra Beer and President of the University of Birmingham, will talk about Brexit, its influence on our universities, their academics and students as well as the future of international students in the UK.
Oxford Botanic Garden Christmas Fair
2-3 December 2017
Escape the crowds and step inside a wonderland of hand-picked gifts, tasty food and family entertainment. Look through for extra-special Christmas presents at over 30 stands in the heated large tent. Pause for a glass of sweet hot wine and some delicious food, then follow the Alice in Wonderland path around the walled garden before stopping for tea with the Mad Hatter.
The Art of Partying: A Feast for the Eyes!
13 December 2017
From Greek designs and Biblical weddings to Renaissance works and the celebratory styles of the twentieth-century painters, this lecture will examine the popular description of parties in the history of Western Art at the Ashmolean Museum.
【1】When can you experience Chinese culture?
A. From 30 November 2017 to 15 April 2018.
B. On 29 November 2017.
C. During 2-3 December 2017.
D. On 13 December 2017.
【2】What is special about Lord Bilimoria CBE?
A. He has found Cobra Beer.
B. He will talk about botanic skills.
C. He hangs a sword in Oxford University
D. He is President of the University of Birmingham
【3】What can you do on the botanic garden Christmas fair?
A. Surf the Internet for Christmas gifts.
B. Appreciate famous art works in the history.
C. Lead Alice into wonderful land.
D. Drink sweet wine and try pleasant food.
24、Later this month, Tate Britain will host its first Van Gogh exhibition since 1947. Here we’ve rounded up 4 of his best paintings before the show,
Potato Eaters
Potato Eaters was Van Gogh’s first major work and, despite a distinct lack of colour, it was one that he was most proud of. His aim was to represent the difficulties of country life, so the farmers are panted in earthy tones with rough faces and bony hands. He was more concerned with conveying his message than achieving technical perfection in this painting.
Irises
Van Gogh finished almost 142 pieces during his stay in the Saint Remy de Provence asylum(精神病院)where he was a voluntary patient from 1889 to 1890. This piece was started shortly after he arrived there. The hospital garden provided much inspiration for the artist during his stay there. Originally, the flowers in this work were painted purple but the red pigment(色素)faded over time and has now turned blue.
Cafe Terrace at Night
Despite being painted more than 130 years ago, this cafe still exists in France and has since been renamed the Cafe Van Gogh. This artwork marks the first time Van Gogh’s famous post-impressionistic star-filled sky was seen in a piece, and it was painted on the ground, in person, rather than from memory. While the artwork doesn’t bear his signature, it’s widely known to be Van Gogh’s, as he mentioned Café Terrace at Night in a number of his letters.
Wheat Field With Cypresses
This piece was inspired by the view from Van Gogh’s asylum window and was finished on the spot. The work was the title of three paintings that offer an insight into his stay at the hospital. Van Gogh was so pleased with the summer landscape that he made three copies there, one of the same size-which hangs in the National Gallery and two smaller copies which he planned to gift to his mother and sister.
【1】Which painting did Vincent van Gogh take most pride in?
A．Irises.
B．Potato Eaters.
C．Cafe Terrace at Night
D．Wheat Field With Cypresses.
【2】What is the original color of the flowers in Irises?
A．Purple.
B．Blue.
C．Red.
D．Yellow.
【3】What do the last two paintings have in common?
A．They were the same in theme.
B．They had more than two copies.
C．They were sold by the artist.
D．They were painted on the ground.
25、Parents often believe that they have a good ________ with their teenagers. But last summer, Joanna and Henry ________ a change in their older son. Suddenly he seemed to be talking far more to his friends than to his parents. "The door to his room is always ________," Joanna noted.
Tina and Mark noticed similar changes ________ their 14-year-old daughter. "She used to sit in my arms on the sofa and talk with me," said Mark. "Now we ________ that she does this only when she wants something. Sometimes she wants to be treated like a little girl and sometimes like a young lady. The problem is figuring out which time is ________."
Before age 11, children ________ to tell their parents what's on their minds. "In fact, parents are first on the list," said Michael Riera, author of Uncommon Sense for Parents with Teenagers. "This ________changes during the teen years." Riera explained, "They talk to their friends first, then maybe their teachers, and their parents last."
Parents who know what's going on in their teenagers' lives are in the best ________ to help them. To ________the wall of silence, parents should ________ chances to understand what their children want to say, and try to find ways to talk and write to them. And they must give their children a mental break, for children also need ________, though young. ________ thing parents should remember is that to be a friend, not a ________, with their children is a ________ way to know them.
【1】
A．relationship
B．friendship
C．ownership
D．governance
【2】
A．got
B．noticed
C．had
D．transformed
【3】
A．open
B．opening
C．closed
D．closing
【4】
A．on
B．upon
C．in
D．to
【5】
A．think
B．ensure
C．assure
D．joke
【6】
A．which
B．what
C．when
D．why
【7】
A．expect
B．want
C．love
D．determine
【8】
A．gradually
B．completely
C．eventually
D．hence
【9】
A．position
B．condition
C．circumstance
D．situation
【10】
A．break up
B．break in
C．break into
D．break down
【11】
A．give
B．create
C．find
D．utilize
【12】
A．space
B．room
C．freedom
D．interspace
【13】
A．Other
B．Others
C．Another
D．Other’s
【14】
A．governor
B．enemy
C．opponent
D．charger
【15】
A．worse
B．smaller
C．lesser
D．better
26、假定你叫李华，你的新西兰笔友Peter发邮件说他准备明年到北京大学留学。他对中国历史和中国文学都感兴趣，不知选哪个作为他的专业，希望得到你的建议。请给他回一封邮件，内容包括：
1.对方的请求；
2.你的建议及理由。
注意：
1.词数100左右；
2.邮件开头和结尾已为你写出，不计入总词数。
Dear Peter,
How’s everything going?
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Best wishes,
Yours,
Li Hua
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