1、Since last month, George, along with some of his former classmates, ________ to have a 20-year gathering during this summer holiday.
A.has been desiring
B.desired
C.had desired
D.have desired
2、We’re ________ flying in the sky like a bird.
A.holding one’s breath
B.taking a chance
C.keeping one’s word
D.looking forward to
3、Our air-conditioners sell well, but decades of years ago no one could have imagined such a big share in the market that they ________ .
A. were to have B. were having
C. have had D. had had
4、I don’t know when he ______ to work in that country, perhaps next week.
A.was tested B.will be tested C.has been tested D.tested
5、One day, my two brothers and I were coming back from the islands _______ we often risked going and got more fish than others
A.which B.when C.in which D.where
6、— Do you guess living in such a quiet countryside has advantages?
— ___.
A.Well, that depends B. Yes, it is
C. Yes, perfectly D. Nothing at all
7、The movie Coco wraps two themes — pursuing dreams, and how we remember loved ones — in a colorful, culturally specific package.
A. contemporary B. religious
C. historical D. universal
8、A classic is a book that has stood the ___________ of time, a book that men and women all over the world would want to keep all their lives for its special enlightenment and insights.
A.test B.limit C.journey D.loss
9、Imitating others’ actions in Tik Tok _____ be very dangerous, so you can’t be too careful.
A.should B.shall C.might D.can
10、Li Chen and Fan Bingbing have fallen in love with each other, __________ a hot topic in the entertainment industry.
A. having made B. to make
C. making D. made
11、Climate change is a big threat to our earth. It’s time to take ______ action from now on.
A.urgent B.abrupt C.temporary D.flexible
12、When I met her at the entrance to the hall,she ________ to me that she had seen me.
A.occurred
B.mentioned
C.referred
D.reminded
13、One-third of the country _____ covered with trees and the majority of the citizens _____ black people.
A.is; are B.is; is
C.are; are D.are; is
14、Father was ________busy in working __________he often forgot rest or meals.
A. very, that B. so, that
C. such, as D. enough, as
15、I have been writing a novel which is based on a real love story and it_________ be ready early next month.
A.can
B.must
C.should
D.need
16、He expressed his ______ for music in his new book.
A. patent B. passion
C. pension D. patience
17、________ he goes, he brings happiness and laughter to people.
A.Wherever
B.Whichever
C.However
D.Whatever
18、So far, how many trees __________ by the students in our school?
A.are being planted
B.are planted
C.have been planted
D.has been planted
19、The gunman in Wednesday’s attack has been _____as Lee Giggs, an unemployed truck driver.
A.identified B.realized C.witnessed D.discouraged
20、The quality of a processed food largely ________ the raw material and the way it ________.
A.relies on; processes
B.depends on; processes
C.decides on; is processed
D.depends on; is processed
21、It has been little more than14 years since famous television host and wildlife activist Steve Irwin passed away, but the Irwin family is carrying on Steve’s cause-they continue to save Australia’s wild animals at the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital in Queensland, which is owned by the Irwin family.
Altogether, Steve’s wife Terri and his two kids Robert and Bindi have treated more than 90 , 000 animals at the zoo’s 24/7 medical units since they opened 16 years ago. And due to the significant impact of weather events across northern New South Wales and South East Queensland, they’ve seen more animals suffering from fires, drought and disease and their team is busier than ever.
Robert recently posted a photo of their record-breaking animal patient on social media, saying, “This is patient number 90,000 that the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital has treated. He is a platypus(鸭嘴兽) that we rescued from the big wildfire-an endangered animal, and we named him Ollie. Now Ollie is receiving care round the clock until he can be sent back to the wild. "
“Over the last 16 years, the hospital has provided 24/7 wildlife rehabilitation(康复)and an unbelievable animal rescue service,” he added. “We’re so proud of this world-class facility.But with extreme pressure from drought to bush fires , there’s more wildlife than ever out there in need of our help.”
The Irwins have taken to social media to inform their concerned followers that they are not in danger of being affected by the wildfires. “With so many destructive fires within Australia, my heart breaks for the people and wildlife who have lost so much. I want to let you know that we are safe, and we will continue to save as many lives as we can,” Bindisaid in a post.
【1】What do we know about the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital?
A.Its owner is the local government.
B.Its patient intake rate is rising sharply.
C.It has been operated for about 14 years.
D.It was founded in memory of Steve Irwin.
【2】Why is “Ollie” mentioned in paragraph 3?
A.To call for people’s attention to wildlife.
B.To introduce a kind of endangered animal.
C.To show the destructive effects of bush fires.
D.To indicate the Irwin family’s great contribution.
【3】How does Robert sound in the fourth paragraph?
A.Confident but modest.
B.Proud and ambitious.
C.Pleased but concerned.
D.Satisfied and grateful.
【4】What can be a suitable title for the text?
A.The Irwins’ Wildlife Hospital
B.Australian Wild Animals’ Suffering
C.Help Badly Needed for Wild Animals
D.The Irwin Family’s Animal Rescue Efforts
22、 I recall when I was a young girl back in Canada, I was watching a baseball game on TV with my father and we started to argue the importance of sports. Different from my father, I insisted that sports is more than just a hobby to keep us physically healthy and claimed that "There would be more wars if we didn't have sports!"
As an adult, I still firmly believe that sports is more than just a hobby for both participants and audience. The challenging times we are all living through right now with coronavirus is proof to this. The effect of cancelling all sports, from professional to amateur programs, can be felt by millions of people worldwide. To many the social and emotional influence is stronger than the physical. The loss of the sense of community, of belonging, and of an extended family is real for people everywhere. Others are feeling physical challenges and are struggling to stay active during these times.
But the human race is incredible and adaptable in tough situations, and sports once again is playing a role. Many sports teams are online, being a source of support, love and laughter. So many professional athletes are sharing their messages and making monetary donations to the cause. Even in areas of isolation, people are coming out on balconies, where they help neighbours and themselves to work out. Many more are turning to online workout programmes to follow. Once again, sports is finding its way.
So, in challenging times such as now, people are still empowered to continue their sports journey and stay strong and healthy.
【1】What may the author's father agree about sports?
A.It is a personal hobby.
B.It promotes confidence.
C.It affects social relations.
D.It helps avoid wars.
【2】How does life without sports affect people?
A.They lack family connection.
B.They have lost their hobbies.
C.They feel bored more than lonely.
D.They suffer both in body and mind.
【3】How do isolated people respond to the tough situations?
A.Struggle to be athletes.
B.Try to stay physically active.
C.Make donations to good causes.
D.Design new sports programmes.
【4】What is the best title?
A.Sports reduces risks in our lives
B.Sports keeps on offering strength
C.Sports makes the impossible possible
D.Sports has new functions in the pandemic
23、 The Moringa tree (辣木树), or Drumstick tree, grows to between three and ten meters tall. Its flowers are cream-colored. The plant has long and round green pods (豆荚) that can grow to 30 cm. The plant is very common in South and Southeast Asia, Africa and America. Although the tree is relatively unknown in China, it is extremely useful.
The leaves are used for eye and ear diseases, fevers, etc. They are also held against the forehead to reduce headaches, or made into tea to treat stomach problems. As they contain a lot of iron, they have been used for the treatment of anemia (贫血), a medical condition in which there are too few red cells in the blood, causing tiredness.
The seeds (种子) are commonly used to treat certain skin diseases. Ground seeds can be mixed with salt or oil to apply to the body to treat backache. The oil from the seeds is also used as a hair treatment, and to keep mosquitoes away and treat their bites.
The roots function in exactly the same way as the seeds. They have additional uses for heart and circulation problems. The plant contains high levels of fiber and protein, so it is planted mainly to feed farm animals and human beings. The leaves are eaten fresh or cooked.
Like every other part of the tree, its flowers are not just decorative but also functional. They taste a bit like wild mushrooms and are considered a delicious food. They are used to make tea to treat the common cold and mixed with honey to make cough medicine.
There is not a part of the tree that is not used. The Moringa tree is probably the most useful tree in the world.
【1】What is special about the Moringa tree?
A.It has an interesting name.
B.It is beneficial in many ways.
C.It can grow to a great height.
D.It can be found all over the world.
【2】Which parts of the Moringa tree have the same medical function?
A.Its pods and seeds.
B.Its flowers and seeds.
C.Its seeds and roots.
D.Its leaves and flowers.
【3】What is the main purpose of planting the Moringa tree?
A.To keep mosquitoes away.
B.To protect the surrounding oil.
C.To treat different mental diseases.
D.To provide food for animals and humans.
【4】What is the medical value of the Moringa tree according to the text?
A.Its flowers help treat cough.
B.Its leaves help treat backache.
C.Its roots can cure ear diseases.
D.Its seeds can cure stomach disease.
24、For thousands of years, the Chinese have practiced tai chi. This ancient form of mindful martial arts (武术) involves gentle, focused movements and deep breathing. Each posture flows into the next, a connection to the nature of the universe flowing effortlessly with the rhythms of life. 【1】
It can improve balance.
Tai chi looks almost like a slow-motion dance as you try to stay balanced as you slowly lift one leg off the ground and set it down. 【2】 But with practice, you will get better and build balance in your body. According to Harvard Health, tai chi reduces falls in senior citizens by 45 percent, and is an excellent way to avoid serious injury.
It aids in reducing stress.
【3】 This type of active meditation (冥想) relieves stress through meditative movements. A study from The Psychiatric Clinics of North America found that tai chi helps improve psychological well-being including reducing stress, anxiety, and depression, as well as increasing self-esteem.
It helps build strength.
When you watch the slow movements of tai chi, it might not seem like a form of martial arts. 【4】 It doesn’t just apply to martial arts techniques but also builds overall strength. Physical therapist and tai chi instructor, Matt Leve said, “The practical benefits of tai chi are rooted in its unique movement system which emphasizes tension reduction, balance, and whole-body movement.”
It may improve heart health.
You don’t need intense aerobic (有氧的) activity to improve heart health. 【5】 According to the Cleveland Heart Lab, tai chi is helpful for people with heart failure because the gentle movements of tai chi are only as strenuous as taking a walk.
A.You might be unsteady at first.
B.It helps to slow down people’s heart rate.
C.You can do tai chi just about anywhere.
D.But over time, it strengthens muscles and builds the flexibility.
E.Even people who hate exercise can improve heart health with tai chi.
F.Tai chi combines mental focus with mindful breathing and coordination.
G.These movements may seem simple, but they have some great benefits.
25、My wife and I separated in December. As you might expect, I had a very______December.
My therapist(心理治疗师) gave me______totally unexpected. It was a small handmade Play-Doh heart. She______that it was not for me to keep, but only on______until I got my own heart. Then I______return it to her.
After the session, I placed the heart carefully on the dash of my car and drove to______my daughter Juli-Ann, for this was the first night that she would be staying at my new home. As she got into the car, she was immediately______to the heart, picking it up,______it and asking me what it was.
“It’s a present from my therapist to help me through this difficult time______it is not for me to keep, but only to have till I get my own heart,” I______. Juli-Ann made no______. I wondered, at 11 years old, could she understand?
Several______later, when my daughter was again at my home, she handed me her Valentine’s Day present for me: a small red box,______with a gold band.______Into the pretty little box. To my surprise, I pulled out a similar Play-Doh heart that she had made for me. I looked at her,______, wondering what it meant.
Afterwards she slowly handed me a card. It was a(n)______. Juli-Ann had written me the most______and loving words I had ever read. Tears flooded my eyes and my heart______open:
For My Dad/Here is a heart/for you to keep/for the big leap/you’re trying to take/Have fun on your journey/It might be blurry/But when you get there/Learn to care
____all my material wealth, I______this as my most sacred treasure.
【1】A. usual B. hard C. ordinary D. cold
【2】A. nothing B. everything C. something D. anything
【3】A. reminded B. recommended C. responded D. remembered
【4】A. hold back B. hold down C. hold up D. hold onto
【5】A. may B. will C. can D. must
【6】A. take up B. pick up C. make up D. give up
【7】A. drawn B. taken C. brought D. shown
【8】A. opening B. touching C. painting D. examining
【9】A. so B. and C. while D. or
【10】A. explained B. declared C. shouted D. sighed
【11】A. difference B. sense C. comment D. answer
【12】A. years B. days C. months D. weeks
【13】A. connected B. tied C. equipped D. mixed
【14】A. moved B. looked C. got D. reached
【15】A. surprised B. excited C. embarrassed D. disappointed
【16】A. story B. essay C. poem D. letter
【17】A. touching B. inspiring C. interesting D. amusing
【18】A. burnt B. beat C. broke D. burst
【19】A. Through B. Above C. Across D. Beyond
【20】A. miss B. remember C. count D. keep
26、假如你是李华。你刚刚参加了学校组织的桑基鱼塘(mulberry dyke fish pond)研学体验活动,感受到农业文化遗产的魅力。兴奋之余,你写了 e-mail 与美国笔友Alan 交流本次研学情况和感受。
要求:
1. 依据下图简介桑基鱼塘原理。
2. 词数 100 左右。
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