1、Take the note as a reminder ______ you forgot to buy some sweets for the kids while shopping there.
A. how B. that
C. in case D. even if
2、I think Ana ______ her packing since she started getting things ready early this morning.
A. finishes B. has finished
C. had finished D. would finish
3、Not knowing what to do, the old lady rang up her son and asked for his help with she described as a bit of bother.
A.which B.what C.when D.where
4、My brother ________ you more help, but he was fully occupied at that time.
A. gave B. had given
C. could give D. could have given
5、-I had butterflies in my stomach before I gave that talk.
-I__________nervous too if I had been in you shoes.
A.was B.would be C.had been D.would have been
6、Sally has asked for a sick leave, and I have to ________her work for a couple of days.
A.take off
B.take over
C.take out
D.take after
7、I writing the paper as scheduled, but my mother’s illness interfered. I hope you will excuse me.
A. am to have finished B. was to have finished
C. was to finish D. ought to finish
8、Our losses are incredibly small, viewed ________ what has been accomplished.
A.in the case of B.in the interest of
C.in the event of D.in the light of
9、When changing lanes, a driver should use his turning ______ to let other drivers know ______ lane he is entering.
A.sign; what B.mark; what
C.symbol; which D.signal; which
10、The public were expecting the _______ of further details about the accident until thorough investigation.
A.receipt B.release
C.request D.reference
11、You have been repeatedly told the rules, so there ______ be any difficulty finishing the task.
A. needn’t B. wouldn’t C. mustn’t D. shouldn’t
12、— My grandson really loves this place. There is so much children can do here for _________.
— Good for him.
A.decoration B.recreation C.immigration D.association
13、— We would appreciate it if you could stay for lunch.
— Sorry, I . I have another appointment.
A.won’t
B.shan’t
C.can’t
D.mustn’t
14、Self-confidence is a kind of quality and that is it takes to do everything well.
A.why
B.that
C.what
D.which
15、Each spring the apple tree in my garden blossoms so________that the air becomes filled with the sweet of apple.
A.abundantly B.approximately C.apparently D.automatically
16、--- Dad, have you seen my Christmas card?
--- ______ you painted last night? I’m afraid I haven’t seen ______.
A. One ; one B. The one ; it
C. One ; it D. The one ; that
17、One of the best ways for people to keep fit is to______ healthy eating habits.
A.grow B.develop C.increase D.raise
18、When you visit our town next August, a modern sports center ________, for the National Games are to be held then.
A. will be constructing B. will have been constructed
C. has been constructing D. is being constructed
19、----What happened to the young trees we planted last week?
---The trees_____________ well,but I didn't water them.
A.might grow B.needn't have grown
C.would grow D.would have grown
20、The project is far behind schedule. It’s impossible for you to ______ it in a week.
A. catch up on B. live up to
C. add up to D. hold on to
21、 Legos have been a kind of popular toys for children for more than 60 years. When children get older, boxes of plastic Lego bricks often end up unused and stored in out-of-the-way places around the homes. Parents sometimes end up throwing the Legos away.
Now, the Lego Group toy company is testing a program to make sure the unwanted bricks do not go to waste. The program is called Lego Replay. It aims to make sure the unwanted building blocks continue to make children happy.
Tim Brooks is the Lego company’s vice president of environmental sustainability. He said, "Nearly all Lego bricks we see that are out there have lots more play value in them — multi-generation of play value. It’s a waste of energy and resources to grind them up (碾碎)and make new bricks. ”
Brooks said the idea came from parents who do not know what to do with the old bricks. Placing old Legos in waste containers is not a good answer. Birds and other wildlife may try to eat what looks like Colorful food — with deadly results.
With the Lego Replay program, parents load unwanted Legos of all shapes and colors into boxes. Then, they go to the program website and print out a mailing label. The boxes are sent to processing centers, where the bricks are sorted, cleaned and shipped to aid groups and donation centers.
The Lego Replay test program is set to last through March. If it is successful, the program may be expanded to include other Lego products.
The Lego Group is also looking at other materials to use in their toys. While plastic has proved to be the strongest material, Lego has begun making some bricks out of sugar cane(甘蔗).
【1】What’s the main purpose of Lego Replay?
A.To entertain those children without toys.
B.To make unwanted Lego bricks reused.
C.To prevent parents to throw the Legos away.
D.To avoid using unwanted bricks by storing them.
【2】Where are unwanted Lego bricks sorted and cleaned according to Lego Replay?
A.At processing centers.
B.At donation centers.
C.On the program website.
D.In the owners’ homes.
【3】What does Brooks probably agree with?
A.Lego bricks waste too many resources.
B.Unwanted Lego bricks still have value.
C.We should store old Legos in waste containers.
D.Lego bricks are favorite food of some birds.
【4】What does the Lego Group explore according to the last paragraph?
A.More other Lego products.
B.Proper use of plastics.
C.Similar products to sugar cane.
D.New materials of producing bricks.
22、 Two years ago, my 11-year-old son sat me down for a talk.“Mom, it's time," he said.“Hear me out: It's time we got actual TV. And you need an iPhone.”
This funny conversation two years ago marked a shift in our relationship. Perhaps for the first time, I began to really listen to my son's opinion about our home technology. Since his reasoning was sound and his suggestions within budget, I took his advice and was pleasantly surprised with the results.
I'd known for a while that my son understands technology better than I do. On airplanes, he grabbed my phone to put it in airplane mode. He wired the speakers in our house. After something was stolen from our front yard, he picked out, set up, and now monitors our security camera. When my computer died, I took him shopping with me.
As a teenager now, he has a busy social life, with skateboarding, basketball, and online gaming with his friends. I see our time together waning and our shared interests shrinking. That's why I jumped at the chance when a friend mentioned writing technology reviews. I'm a writer, but I'd need a partner who has more tech knowledge than me. When I presented the idea to my teen, he immediately accepted.
It's changed our relationship in surprising ways. Where he used to get annoyed quickly at my technical ignorance, he's learned to be more patient and explain things to me in a way that I can convey to an unknowing audience. The parent-child dynamic is not only changed; it's even slightly reversed(颠倒). He's leading me. I'm asking him for help and advice.
My son has risen to the occasion. He's taking it seriously, and to watch him mature in this way is an honor. As someone who's not much of a reader, he now searches instruction manuals. Without any prompting, he's even emailed and called-----yes, made an actual phone call to customer service or tech support when sample products weren't working as expected.
I never imagined being a tech reviewer, but it's proved to be a valuable way to learn from, work with, and enjoy time with my teen.
【1】What did the writer think of her son's advice?
A.It sounded sensible.
B.It was brainless.
C.It was childish.
D.It was useless
【2】What does the writer intend to do in Paragraph3?
A.Introduce the busy life her son is living.
B.Give examples of her son's interest in technology.
C.Prove her son's better command of technology.
D.Show her pride in her son's competence.
【3】What does the underlined word “waning” in Paragraph 4 mean?
A.Worsening.
B.Decreasing.
C.Freezing.
D.Hardening.
【4】What makes the writer feel honored?
A.Her son's patience to explain technical things.
B.Her son's control of the parent-child dynamic.
C.Her son's rich knowledge of technical terms.
D.Her son's careful attitude towards the work.
23、 Do you ever feel like you read too slowly? Is it hard to finish a book because you can’t focus? 【1】Whatever the case may be, if you want to be a high-efficient reader, you’ll need to learn how to focus and stick with the material. Here is my advice.
【2】 If you have trouble sitting still and concentrating on what you’re reading, make notes or write down a brief outline. Writing things down can be especially helpful if you find yourself reading the same few sentences over and over again without being able to continue. 【3】 You can also move your fingers along with the text to help keep your place in the book and guide you along.
Take short effective breaks. 【4】. Move around, get a snack, watch a little television or whatever helps you mentally pause. Set a time limit in advance and limit the number of rest breaks you take during a given period of time. Doing something physical can re-energize you and make it easier to return to reading.
Practice concentrating on the reading materials. In order to truly focus on concentrating, you need to do it a little every day. Find a time of day that works best for you to read and try to read a little each day at that time. Soon, it will become a habit. After a few days, you should notice some small improvements in your reading. Remember, don’t try to memorize every single detail when you’re reading. 【5】
A.Engage with what you’re reading.
B.Write down any questions you may come across.
C.Adjust your speed based on the information you’re reading.
D.That is too challenging, which will make it difficult to continue.
E.This is your chance to think about something other than what you’re reading.
F.Or maybe you’d like to get the important information faster while also speed reading.
G.Meanwhile, reading aloud or whispering contributes to your greater attention to your book.
24、Immersive Van Gogh
From the creators of the blockbuster show in Paris seen by over two million visitors and still wowing crowds in Toronto, the west coast premiere (首场) of the Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit will bring the art of Vincent to life in Los Angeles.
Immersive art is not just a technical way to represent video and audio in huge spaces. The word immersive indicates a deep commitment of intentions which connect images and sounds in a way that the audience is able to experience a different way of the art.
True to its name, this exhibition transforms the iconic (偶像的) paintings of Vincent van Gogh into moving, wall-filling projections. “Immersive Van Gogh” promises half-a-million cubic feet of projections that pull from some of the post-impressionist’s most recognizable pieces, including The Bedroom, Sunflowers and, yes, The Starry Night.
You will experience art like never before—lose yourself in entrancing, moving images that highlight brushstrokes, detail, and color—truly illuminating (照亮) the mind of the genius.
LOCATION
The Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit is located at a secret place situated in the heart of Los Angeles. To be announced before the exhibit opens, existing ticket holders will receive an email with the place name and location once it is made public.
TICKET PRICES
VIP TICKETS—$99.99 ●Priority access ●Van Gogh cushion (a gift for you) ●Limited edition poster | PREMIUM TICKETS—$59.99 ●Van Gogh cushion (rental) ●Limited edition poster |
BASIC TICKETS—$54.99 ●Admission only | CHILD TICKETS—$29.99 ●Ages 6—16 (children 5 and under do not require a ticket) ●Admission only ●Child tickets are not subject to change of date fees |
Tickets are available online at www.vangoghla.com.
GIFT SHOP
Stop by our Exhibit Gift Shop to take the magic of Van Gogh home with you! From clothing and jewelry to home décor, children’s books, and so much more, you will find unique and thoughtful souvenirs at the Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit. Also be sure to check out at our online store!
Experience the organic landscapes of Van Gogh’s imagination, and journey through his brilliance and madness in a completely new and unforgettable way.
【1】According to the passage, the Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit ________.
A.presents Van Gogh’s art in a modern way
B.begins a journey to Van Gogh’s hometown
C.displays Van Gogh’s paintings on moving walls
D.designs projects on Van Gogh’s learning experience
【2】From where can people find information about the exact location of the exhibit?
A.An email.
B.A website.
C.The ticket office.
D.The gift shop.
【3】How much should a couple with a 5-year-old child who would like to own a Van Gogh cushion at least pay for the visit?
A.$109.98.
B.$154.98.
C.$159.98.
D.$199.98.
25、The earliest memory I have of my father is one of me as a young boy holding his hand by his two last fingers as we walked together.
As I grew older I remember us listening over a transistor radio to high school ballgames together. I would ________ how many points each player would score as the game went on. Too small to stay awake for the ________ game, I always fell asleep ________ the game ended. But the next morning I would find by my pillow the score ________ had been filled out with the ________ score on; it was completed by my father.
In high school I became very interested in athletics. My father would________all my games. Good performances in my senior year ______ our football team to the state championship game. The night before my father ______ announced he had to ________ the bread to the stores and the site of the games was a three-hour drive from his ________. Back then I wasn’t fully noticing his ______.
The next day as game time approached I couldn’t help thinking about Dad. Suddenly, I saw that blue and white bread truck_______ into the stadium. Work fulfilled, he made the long drive in time to at least see _________of my championship game.
Years later I had become a teacher and coach. Early one morning I was awakened by a ring at 5:30 A.M. As I ______to answer the phone I’ll never forget the sound of the sheriff’s voice—my dad had just been killed in an automobile accident on his way to work. It felt as if my heart had been ________.
For long I tried to remain strong _______it and pretended I didn’t care until one day on the playground a little boy walked up to me and grabbed my hand by my last two fingers just as I used to do to my dad. I completely ________ it. It was the first time since the ________ that I just let go and cried. And I felt a sense of ________. Sometimes you just have to ________. It won’t need to hold back anymore.”
【1】A. add up to B. keep track of C. catch up on D. get down to
【2】A. exciting B. competitive C. whole D. boring
【3】A. until B. before C. after D. when
【4】A. sheet B. result C. court D. decision
【5】A. fair B. considerable C. initial D. final
【6】A. instruct B. accompany C. attend D. train
【7】A. required B. entitled C. intended D. aimed
【8】A. happily B. doubtfully C. proudly D. sadly
【9】A. deliver B. make C. transfer D. order
【10】A. studio B. mall C. route D. truck
【11】A. annoyance B. disturbance C. ignorance D. regret
【12】A. rushing B. pulling C. dropping D. crawling
【13】A. part B. all C. most D. sort
【14】A. managed B. attempted C. switched D. struggled
【15】A. lifted up B. torn away C. skipped over D. brought up
【16】A. against B. beyond C. through D. beneath
【17】A. lost B. helped C. made D. got
【18】A. game B. telephone C. departure D. funeral
【19】A. weight B. relief C. joy D. conscience
【20】A. cry B. check C. accept D. forget
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1.发出邀请;
2.比赛介绍;
3.请她提供建议。
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