1、We felt upset when we were _______ of the change in the camping plan.
A.informed
B.trapped
C.advertised
D.approved
2、You have been sitting on my hat and now it is badly out of .
A.date
B.shape
C.order
D.balance
3、Eating too much fat can________heart disease and cause high blood pressure.
A.carry on
B.bring out
C.contribute to
D.burst onto
4、During some periods, the birds will lie on the cage floor as if trying to ________ eggs. Stay away from them because they may become uncomfortable and impatient.
A.hatch
B.swallow
C.claim
D.label
5、Whatever weather it is, I always see the policeman_____his place and direct the traffic.
A. take up B. make up
C. look for D. stand for
6、The education of young is always hot and serious topic in modern society.
A. the; / B. a; the C. / ; the D. the ; a
7、You ____________________ (work) on the computer for three hours and you should stop to take a break now.
A.worked
B.was working
C.have been working
D.was worked
8、It’s nearly four years since I worked in that farm. I ________ a band with other fellows.
A. operated B. had been operating
C. was operating D. am operating
9、Only when all of us join efforts to ________ pollution at all levels can we expect to have a better environment.
A.evaluate
B.eliminate
C.encounter
D.perpetuate
10、Which of the following statements is right?
A.If only he worked hard, would Tom be able to manage the company.
B.Only does he work hard will Tom be able to manage the company.
C.Only does he works hard Tom will be able to manage the company.
D.Only Tom will be able to manage the company if he works hard.
11、We will be shown around the city: schools, museums and some other places, _____ other visitors seldom go.
A. what B. which C. where D. when
12、______ in her best skirt, the girl tried ______ herself noticed at the party.
A. Dressed; to make B. Being dressed; making
C. Having dressed;to make D. Dressing; making
13、My car ________on my way home, to my great disappointment.
A.broke out
B.broke up
C.broke down
D.broke off
14、She is a strong-willed woman and not once ________ in to any difficulty in her life.
A.she would give
B.did she give
C.she gave
D.has she given
15、If my letter ____ the impression that I was impolite, please forgive me.
A.translated B.conveyed C.concluded D.predicted
16、From his ________ look, we could see that the professor hadn’t expected that we could raise such ________ questions to him.
A. confusing; confusing
B. confused; confused
C. confusing; confused
D. confused; confusing
17、A huge amount of environmental damage has been by the destruction of the rainforests.
A.brought about B.brought up C.brought out D.brought in
18、He took up the post of general manager, little knowing how this appointment ________ his life.
A.has changed
B.changed
C.would change
D.change
19、He always did well at school _____ having to do part-time jobs every weekends.
A. in spite of B. regardless of
C. on account of D. in case of
20、Sex discrimination in her department makes work miserable for Michelle so she________to find a solution.
A. desires B. manages
C. refuses D. promises
21、— I left my handbag on the train, but luckily someone gave it to a railway official.
— How unbelievable to get it back! I mean, someone ______ it.
A. will have stolen B. should have stolen
C. must have stolen D. might have stolen
22、Sometimes even the best writers find themselves ________ for words.
A.lose B.lost C.to lose D.having lost
23、So that explains why you caught a cold. You _______out last night without a coat.
A. shouldn’t have gone B. mustn’t have gone
C. couldn’t have gone D. mightn’t have gone
24、I just wonder ______ made her so excited that she shouted before so many people.
A. what was it that B. why was it that
C. what it was that D. why it was that
25、Let’s ______ the students into three groups and ______ boys from girls; in this way each group will have a _______ room to live in.
A. separate; divide; separated
B. separate; divide; separate
C. divide; divide; separated
D. divide; separate; separate
26、 Bees are extremely important to our health and survival. As pollinators (授粉者), they are responsible for about a third of the food we eat. However, the bee population worldwide are on the decrease. 【1】.
Some bee species defend their hives (蜂巢) with large balls of heat
The body temperature of bees is typically similar to their surrounding environment. But within the hive, bees maintain a steady temperature of around 92—93 degrees Fahrenheit year-round. Using their wings, bees can fan hot air out of the hive to cool an area. 【2】. When an enemy invades, together they will create a large ball around it to cook the invader alive.
Bees help farmers grow better food and keep food prices down
Bees are highly efficient pollinators. When bees are employed to pollinate, the quantity and quality of the crops improve surprisingly. As the climate continues to change, many animals will move to more favorable habitats. 【3】. With the reducing numbers of bees, the cost of over 130 fruit and vegetable plants that we rely on for food in is going up in price.
Policemen find murderers by studying bees
【4】. Similarly, criminals avoid committing crimes close to where they live, Police can make reasonable guesses about where a suspect might live or visit regularly.
【5】
Bees are able to pick out individual characteristics on human faces and recognize them. This ability not only helps these highly social creatures recognize each other, but it also helps them recognize and return to flowers they like best.
A.Bees can recognize human faces
B.Here are a few surprising facts about the amazing insects
C.Fortunately, you can take action to protect bees where you live
D.Honeybees live cooperatively and have a strict division of labor
E.Bees generally leave flowers closest to their nest entrance untouched
F.But bees aren’t adapting to changing temperatures like some other species
G.They can move their flight muscles quickly and constantly to heat it as well
27、You get up in the morning and look into the mirror. Your face is firm and young-looking. In 2035, medical technology is better than ever. Many people could live to be 150, so at 40, you’re not old at all. And your parents just had an anti-aging medicine. Now, all three of you look the same age!
You say to your shirt, “Turn red.” It changes from blue to red. In 2035, “smart clothes” contain particles (粒) much smaller than the cells in your body. The particles can be programmed to change your clothes’ color.
You walk into the kitchen. You pick up the milk, but a voice says, “You shouldn’t drink that!”. Your fridge has read the chip that contains information about the milk, and it knows the milk is out of date. In 2035, every article of food in the store has such a chip.
It’s time to go to work. In 2035, cars drive themselves. Just tell your “smart car” where to go. On the way, you can call a friend using your jacket sleeve. Such “smart technology” is all around you.
So will all these things come true? “For new technology to succeed” says scientist Andrew Zoll, “it has to be so much better than it replaces what we have already.” The Internet is one example- what will be the next?
【1】In 2035, many people could live to be 150 because of .
A.the magical mirror
B.the magical food
C.the good scientists
D.the better medical technology
【2】According to the text, the following things will use “smart technology” except .
A.mirror
B.clothes
C.food
D.cars
【3】We can learn from the text that in the future .
A.everyone will look the same
B.people will never get old
C.clothes can change the color by themselves
D.people can get fresh milk anytime from the fridge
28、When I was a child, I was often asked at school who my role model was, the person that you admire and inspires you. I always mentioned different names: from the celebrity of the moment to my grandfather.
It was always difficult for me to choose a single person as a role model, because I liked different things from different people. Based on the people that I admired and inspired me, I managed to create a custom role model in my mind.
For years there has been a constant struggle to achieve gender equality, and when I decided to study at my university I leaned towards engineering because I wanted a challenge in my life, both intellectually and culturally. Back then, only 10% of the students were women. This certainly did not stop me. On the contrary, it was a determining factor for me to prove myself that I could handle something that was “not expected” for women.
Throughout my studies I realized that there was no difference between me and my teammates; we all had the same possibilities and capabilities. However, my main challenge was determined by culture, as we grew up with certain values and social norms that told us that careers in science or engineering were not for women.
It was complicated and I had to go through uncomfortable situations, but pursuing a technical career brought me many benefits, such as developing systematic thinking. This is a basic tool to create possibilities in the future and achieve a more rational understanding about the economic and social systems in which we live, and it allows you to have the possibility to become the architect of your own life.
When girls decide to pursue a technical career, they not only benefit themselves, but also help break the stereotypes in their environment. They become agents of change capable of modifying existing structures.
It is like sowing seeds for the future. If we want a fairer world where women and men can decide on our future, we have to involve girls starting today, encouraging them to explore technology and science. Sow a seed and in the future it will give you a tree with many fruits. This is not only an individual benefit but a collective one.
【1】What did the author manage to do in her childhood?
A.Change her role models all the time.
B.Find the basis for admiring a person.
C.Imagine a particular role model for herself.
D.Treat her grandfather as a famous person.
【2】What did the author want to prove by studying engineering?
A.Women have intellectual challenges.
B.Women are different in capabilities.
C.Women achieved gender equality at work.
D.Women are suitable for technical careers.
【3】Why does the author give the example of systematic thinking?
A.To stress the benefits of technical careers.
B.To explain its application in architecture.
C.To introduce this basic thinking tool.
D.To show the possibilities it brings in life.
【4】What does the author encourage girls to do?
A.Become famous models.
B.Explore science and technology.
C.Struggle for gender equality.
D.Decide on their own future.
29、When it comes to purchasing your first bike, the choice is endless, making it tough to know what to go for. Here are the best buys on the market right now.
1. Boardman CX Comp
This is a cross-country bike, and it's so multifunctional that you can handle any terrain (地势) on it, making it a great choice for those wanting to try various cycling subjects. If you leave op the thick tires it comes wit, it can ride on various paths and can even handle some less demanding mountain bike routes. Alternatively, put on thin, smooth tires and treat it as a road bike. It has a basket and comes with Shimano Sora gears (变速器), which are outstanding for its price.
£ 650, Halfords
2. Planet X RT-58 v2
Planet X is based in Yorkshire, which means you'd probably have to buy this bike without seeing it. But it’s worth it , because this is an excellent machine at a lower price. Planet X is a highly rated manufacture and this model comes with Shimano Sora gearing.
£ 439. Planet X
3. Specialized Allez ES
Specialized is one of the biggest and most popular brands in cycling, and this is its hugely popular primary road bike. It comes with solid components (零部件) from front to back and you'll look great out on the road.
£ 575. Evans Cycles
4. Boardman Road Team Carbon
If you can push your budget further still, this bike is worth the extra investment. The frame is made entirely from carbon, which is lighter, faster and more comfortable than the composition metal models above and gives you an all-round and more enjoyable ride. It also means that if you get really serious about cycling, you don't have to upgrade as quickly as you would with a cheaper bike.
£ 800, Halfords
【1】What is strength about Boardman CX Comp?
A.Its outstanding Sora gears
B.Its various functions
C.Its reasonable price
D.Its firm tires
【2】Which one has the lowest price but with Shimano Sora gears?
A.Planet X RT-58 v2
B.Specialized Allez E5
C.Boardman CX Comp
D.Boardman Road Team Carbon
【3】What can we learn about the bikes mentioned in the text?
A.Planet X RT-58 v2 has been sold out so far
B.Boardman CX Comp is actually a mountain bike
C.Specialized Allez ES is designed for senior cyclists
D.Boardman Road Tram Carbon is made by special materials
30、One day before the last Christmas, my wife, Charlotte, was busy decorating our Christmas tree. I reached for my _______to capture the tree. After only a couple of minutes, Started complaining, “I can’t make the_______ right. I wish Sophie were here telling me what to do. I miss her.”
Several months before, my daughter, Sophie, bad gone to New York. She was not there to give me_______. Charlotte was working in silence while I clicked and_________. The photos didn’t have___________, so I’d had enough, dropping my camera onto the sofa. Each Christmas light seemed to refuse to_________. Somehow, I found the tree didn’t look_________without much colour.
“I think I did things differently this year.” Charlotte looked at me and added, “I think the tree looks great.” But I didn’t. I wanted a_________tree. More importantly, I wanted Sophie to be_________with us.
The morning after that day, I got up a little earlier. I plugged in the________, and turned towards the tree and stood in silence. In the semidarkness, the Christmas tree was ________like a diamond.
At that time, I realized I was________. My wife had decorated the tree________. It was magical and came__________in the morning light. The tree drew my eyes, reminding me to be grateful to those around me and look for the beauty ________in life.
【1】
A.lamp
B.coat
C.document
D.camera
【2】
A.potential
B.property
C.settings
D.schedules
【3】
A.presents
B.suggestions
C.surprises
D.excuses
【4】
A.waited
B.hesitated
C.adjusted
D.laughed
【5】
A.highlights
B.platforms
C.exposures
D.standards
【6】
A.fall behind
B.stand out
C.give up
D.check in
【7】
A.healthy
B.useful
C.attractive
D.fundamental
【8】
A.cheerful
B.strange
C.common
D.remaining
【9】
A.competed
B.corresponded
C.reunited
D.equipped
【10】
A.televisions
B.computers
C.printers
D.lights
【11】
A.shining
B.flying
C.growing
D.working
【12】
A.proud
B.fortunate
C.wrong
D.different
【13】
A.quickly
B.beautifully
C.frequently
D.randomly
【14】
A.true
B.prepared
C.alone
D.alive
【15】
A.hiding
B.disappearing
C.shaking
D.wondering
31、Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.
Although many companies offer tuition repayment, most companies only repay employees for classes that are 【1】 to their position. This is a very limiting policy. A company that repays employees for all college credit courses—whether job related or not—offers a service not only to the employees, but to the entire company.
One good reason for giving employees 【2】 tuition repayment is that it shows the company’s commitment to its employees. In today’s economy, where job security is a thing of the past and employees feel more and more expendable, it is important for a company to 【3】 to its employees that it cares. The best way to do this is with concrete 【4】 in them. In turn, this commitment to the betterment of company employees will create greater employee 【5】. A company that puts out funds to pay for the education of its employees will get its money 【6】 by having employees stay with the company longer. It will reduce employee turnover, because even employees who don’t take advantage of the tuition repayment program will be more loyal to their company just knowing that their company cares 【7】 to pay for their education. Most importantly, the company that has an unrestricted tuition repayment program will have higher quality employees. Although these companies do indeed run the risk of losing money on employees who go on to another job in a different company as soon as they get their 【8】, more often than not, the employee will stay with the company.
And even if employees do leave after graduation, it generally takes several years to complete any degree program. Thus, even if the employee leaves upon graduating, throughout those years, the employer will have a more sophisticated, more intelligent, and therefore more valuable and productive employee. And, if the employee stays, that education will 【9】 benefit the company: Not only is the employee more educated, but now that employee can be 【10】 so the company doesn’t have to fill a high-level vacancy from the outside. Open positions can be filled by people who already know the company well. Though unconditional tuition repayment requires a significant investment on the employer’s part, it is perhaps one of the wisest investments a company can make.
32、请根据以下提示,用英语写篇短文介绍山西省阳泉市的基本情况。内容包括:
1.位置、面积(4559平方公里)、人口(1,417,500);
2.经济、生活;
3.风景名胜等。
注意:
1.词数100词左右。
2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
参考词汇:经济 economy; 娘子关 Niangzi Pass ; 固关长城Guguan Great Wall;