1、They are determined to go into the dark cave, ________ my warning of danger.
A. regardless of B. because of
C. apart from D. instead of
2、________ the time________, Zhang Pingyu had made a list of the sites she wanted to see in London.
A.Worrying about; accessible
B.Worried about; available
C.Worrying about; available
D.Worried about; accessible
3、You don’ I have to give me your answer now. Give it some ________ and then let me know.
A.support B.protection C.energy D.consideration
4、She accused the press photographers of ________ her privacy.
A.challenging B.violating C.abusing D.confirming
5、—What about your self-drive trip yesterday?
—Tiring! The road was being widened, and we ________ a rough ride.
A.had
B.have
C.would have
D.have had
6、Tom tried hard to ______ his book, but his thoughts kept flying back to the movie.
A.concentrate on
B.settle for
C.give up
D.take down
7、The man ________ the fake news that 18 firefighters lost their lives in the explosion was arrested.
A. having circulating B. to circulate
C. circulating D. to have circulated
8、It is thought police had been called to the scene following a report of a collision involving her vehicle and ________ of another motorist.
A. one B. those C. some D. that
9、_______ me when you get it through and I’ll pick you up at your work place.
A. Calling B. Call C. Called D. To call
10、Carter was saying all the right things, but his smile was , and I knew I couldn't trust him.
A.influential B.fantastic C.artificial D.sincere
11、In many homes in the UK, the first person _______ has to make tea for the family.
A. waking up B. to wake up
C. woke up D. woken up
12、According to the new rules, if a student ________ happen to damage something in the campus, he/she should report it those concerned immediately.
A. should B. will C. shall D. would
13、Running a business, no matter where it is started, _______ plentiful market research, consistent integrity and a great deal of discipline.
A. clarifies B. involves C. undertakes D. digests
14、Mary was pleased to see that the seeds she ______ in the garden were growing.
A. was planting B. has planted C. would plant D. had planted
15、—These apples look really tasty.
—They ______! See the price $5.99 a pound. Very expensive, aren't they!
A.should B.might C.could D.would
16、The debate has only a few moments that might be inspiring to those who ______ this issue.
A. followed B. had followed C. have been following D. were following
17、Try to be a responsible school by not allowing anyone to attend class, ________ has had a fever.
A.who B.which C.as D.that
18、It’s unwise to leave________ can be life’s most important decision—future career—entirely to luck.
A.which
B.that
C.what
D.how
19、The famous performing artist can not come in person for some reason, so his wife will accept the prize_________ him.
A.in case of B.in return for C.on behalf of D.on account of
20、You’d better write down the phone number of that botel for future ________ .
A. reference B. purpose
C. progress D. memory
21、The world is going through a basic transformation, which is changing the way we live, work and think. The Fourth Industrial Revolution is bringing dramatic change and giving rise to a future filled with exciting opportunities and new challenges. Together governments and businesses must find solutions to society’s most pressing needs—from creating a carbon-free economy to tackling population growth and urbanization.
In any period of rapid change there is a trend to look for a simple method, to greet the new things and replace the old way of doing things. But a close look at the facts tells a different story. Complex problems require many solutions working in harmony to enable positive change.
The challenge for scientists and the engineers is to provide solutions in fact, data and today’s realities. And while technologies offer new tools to help uncover solutions, the process also requires hard work, imagination and lots of improvement.
Success rests on performing practical, realistic, long-term solutions that make the world cleaner, safer and more sustainable.
The environment is a case in point. Much of the public debate has centered on the central role of renewable power sources in realizing a low-carbon energy future. While the industry is fully behind the developing renewables, today we understand a low or zero-carbon future depends on adopting a multifaceted approach.
We cannot control sunshine levels or decide when the wind blows, which means solar power and wind power generators will produce too much or too little energy at times. The transition to renewables needs to take account of serious considerations.
Batteries have been much discussed as a means of storing extra energy, but there are other choices. Power-to-X technologies enable spare energy created by renewables to be stored and redistributed when and where it is needed.
【1】What’s the main idea of paragraph 2?
A.Society’s dramatic change calls for simple methods.
B.Old means of doing things should be replaced by new ones.
C.Society needs positive change for development.
D.Some problems should be solved in combined ways.
【2】What does the author expect scientists and engineers to do?
A.Offer new tools to uncover solutions.
B.Tackle population growth.
C.Work hard with imagination.
D.Make the world better with a simple method.
【3】What’s the author’s attitude to the consumption of the solar power and wind power?
A.Uncertain.
B.Cautious.
C.Unconfident.
D.Doubtful.
【4】Which of the following is the advantage of Power-to-X technologies?
A.They can adjust power supply.
B.They can conserve energy.
C.They help make more electricity.
D.They can create power from wind and sun.
22、Just when you think life is going a certain way, there can be an unexpected twist of fate. James Fox found this out after meeting a total stranger.
Life is not easy for James Fox. His arms and legs are disabled because of an accident. Even worse he was homeless. One day he was riding on a skateboard heading to his mother’s house when a man stopped his truck and asked James if he’d like a ride. The driver’s name is Dan Creighton, who’s a CEO of Creighton Construction and Development. Concerned for James’ safety, Dan decided to offer a lift.
Dan offered to purchase him an electric wheelchair, but James refused. He simply told Dan that he was on his way to his mom’s house. Dan told James to reach out if he needed anything. They didn’t meet each other until two years later, when Dan spotted James at a bus stop. He didn’t hesitate to pull over and ask if James wanted a ride.
James remembered Dan, and admitted that he was on his way to the Social Security office for help. At that time James had no family support anymore. Both his mom and dad had pas-sed away after the pair had first met. Even though Dan didn’t know much about James, he took him to his office and gave him a $10, 000 check. Since then, James has become like a member of Dan’s family and has even started up on his main passion, computer work, once more.
Dan even bought James a flat in South Point Villas. The home is completely accessible as the floors flow throughout, so James can use his skateboard to get about. Dan also created a GoFundMe for. James, called “Let’s Make 2020 James Fox’s Best Year Yet”. The target was set at $13, 000, but it has already surpassed $10, 000. James is now settling into his new home, and knows he has a lot to thank his friend.
【1】How did James become disabled?
A.By accident.
B.By illness.
C.In a war.
D.By nature.
【2】What was James to do when he first met Dan?
A.Catch a bus.
B.Play skateboard.
C.Meet his friends.
D.Visit his parents.
【3】What might James be good at?
A.Drawing.
B.Computers.
C.Reading.
D.Writing.
【4】What can we infer about Dan Creighton?
A.He is a truck driver.
B.Life is not easy for him.
C.He is always ready to help others.
D.He is the creator of GoFundMe.
23、Making a choice between two or more options can be a difficult and overwhelming experience. Especially if the decision will affect you in the long term, you may wonder if you will make the right choice. The heavy responsibility may leave you feeling anxious and doubtful. 【1】
·Be calm and patient.
Many poor decisions are made because people panic and don't think properly about the consequences of their decisions. 【2】 Think about where a choice may lead you in the longer term, not just here and now. This is particularly important when it comes to life changing decisions such as starting a family or choosing a career.
·Ask people for help.
【3】 Turn to people you trust. When you are confused, ask the opinions of people you find trustworthy. Be it your parents or your best friends, they will be always ready to help you. Ask people who have been in the same boat. The ones who have already encountered such a situation will be the ones who can guide you the best under such circumstances.
·【4】
This is the most important aspect of making decisions. After all, it's your decision and you are the one who is going to be affected. Remember every choice is accompanied by its pros and cons, so go with the choice which serves you the most. Think of the effect your choices have on others. Choose wisely, considering results for everyone affected.
·Don't overthink your decision.
It's always good to think about the after happenings but don't overdo it. 【5】 Once you stop second-guessing and keep your main analysis simple, you are ready to make an easier decision. It will bring more joy to your life.
A.Evaluate other people's advice.
B.Consider the positive and negative outcomes.
C.Consultation helps you to organize your thoughts.
D.Sometimes, you may find that all you need is a change.
E.Instead, just think about the major consequences and move on.
F.Analyzing the options with a cool head is the best way to begin.
G.But there are ways to guide you through so that you can choose wisely.
24、Four things that you can't miss in Macao
Visit a museum
Macao, a tiny lttle city with only an area of 30.5 square kilometers, has 23 eye-catching museums. Due to its unique history, both Eastern and Western historical sites can be found. Many of them are preserved for cultural heritage, tourist spots or museums, such as the Grand Prix Museum, Maritime Museum and Wine Museum. Some are free for the visitors. Some are not.
Selfie at the Ruins of St. Paul
The Ruins of St. Paul is the official signature landmark of Macao. The ruins consist of the St. Paul’s College and the Church of St. Paul, built in 1583. However, after three intense fires in 1595, 1601 and 1835, the church was seriously damaged. Miraculously, after the vigorous cycles of rebuilding and fires, only the huge facade and the front stairway remain.
Grab a meal in a small local restaurant
In Macao, tourists will visit luxury restaurants in hotels for famous Portuguesecuisines. As a result, many tempting small local restaurants, known as “Cha ChaanTeng”, are neglected. Trying those restaurants will bring a tasty surprise.
Watch the Macao Grand Prix
The Macao Grand Prix is a major worldwide car-racing event held annually, featuring over 300 top drivers every year. Racing through the small streets and roads over this tiny city, the Macao Grand Prix circuit is the only street circuit racing in the world for car and motorcycle events. Thus, it is also well-known as one of the world’s most demanding circuits.
This challenging circuit consists of fast straights, tight corners and uncompromising crash barriers, attracting numerous top Formula One drivers who aim to win. The Grand Prix runs in November every year for about four days.
【1】What is the unique feature of Macao’s museums?
A.Most of them are in small scale.
B.They are all free for visitors.
C.Museums serve as tourist spots.
D.Different cultures mix well here.
【2】What can we learn about the Ruins of St. Paul?
A.It is now rebuilt from the old ruins.
B.Nothing was left after intense fires.
C.It was damaged three times by fire.
D.Its college part remains as a landmark of Macao.
【3】What is most attractive to those racing enthusiasts?
A.Cultural heritage.
B.The Ruins of St. Paul.
C.Portuguese cuisines.
D.The Macao Grand Prix.
【4】What different experience can the The Macao Grand Prix offer?
A.Enjoying a non-stop four-day race.
B.Driving in the challenging city streets.
C.Competing with hundreds of drivers.
D.Racing with cars and motors at the same time.
25、As dawn broke, Concilia Owire, a 28-year-old Kenyan train driver, had already changed into her work _________ waiting for alcohol testing and _________. When all was ready, Owire and her _________ would set off for a new journey.
Around 5 years ago, Owire was _________ and then sent to China to have a 50-day _________ training.
Later, Owire, with six other colleagues, _________ to their country and began practicing repeatedly to _________ themselves for the tough task of _________ people including President Uhuru Kenyatta.
Growing up in a very small village, Owire _________ thought about becoming a female train driver one day as in Kenya the __________ still suffered from pursuing careers controlled by men. __________, the Chinese-built Mombasa-Nairobi Standard Gauge Railway(SGR) has __________ the local economy and the life of ordinary Kenyans like Owire, who has become a model of the __________ from a village girl to a successful working woman. “I know if I do it __________, the SGR will promote our country’s __________”, said Owire.
As the Chinese saying goes, “Give a man a fish, and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime.” __________ transport and employment opportunities are just two of the many __________ offered by the SGR project, such as expanding access to markets, __________ business costs, opening up isolated areas, and increasing the competitiveness of local goods.
“The SGR has been at the __________ of Kenya’s economic recovery, five years after its __________ on May 31, 2017,” said James Siele, Kenya Railways’ Business, Commercial & Operations Expert Team leader, in an interview with Xinhua.
【1】
A.uniform
B.jeans
C.sweater
D.blouse
【2】
A.check over
B.check out
C.check in
D.check up
【3】
A.neighbors
B.colleagues
C.families
D.visitors
【4】
A.urged
B.promised
C.selected
D.forced
【5】
A.various
B.mental
C.strict
D.physical
【6】
A.left
B.returned
C.escaped
D.went
【7】
A.imagine
B.reward
C.support
D.prepare
【8】
A.directing
B.exchanging
C.accompanying
D.transporting
【9】
A.never
B.ever
C.sometimes
D.often
【10】
A.Chinese
B.men
C.women
D.Kenyans
【11】
A.Otherwise
B.Therefore
C.Moreover
D.However
【12】
A.changed
B.described
C.introduced
D.created
【13】
A.transportation
B.transformation
C.competition
D.operation
【14】
A.positively
B.anxiously
C.separately
D.quietly
【15】
A.government
B.economy
C.law
D.independence
【16】
A.Artificial
B.Obvious
C.Efficient
D.Permanent
【17】
A.benefits
B.challenges
C.conflicts
D.technologies
【18】
A.increasing
B.reducing
C.forbidding
D.considering
【19】
A.opposite
B.end
C.cost
D.heart
【20】
A.process
B.discovery
C.achievement
D.launch
26、假定你是李华,近来有市民听信由于新冠疫情国内粮食将会短缺的谣言,到超市抢购并囤积大米。请你就此事向某中学生英语报社的读者写一封倡议书,倡导大家不信谣不传谣,并积极影响自己的家人和朋友。内容包括:
1.简述该现象;
2.指出谣言的危害;
3.你的建议。
注意:1.词数100左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。
参考词汇:新冠疫情:the COVID-19 epidemic
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