1、--- Mike went to the hospital alone.
---If he ________me about it, I would have gone with him
A. should tell B. told
C. had told D. tells
2、House prices are usually much higher ________ there are subway stations around.
A. where B. unless C. while D. though
3、People all think it strange that the boy should tell what’s written on the paper in another room without looking at it. It really ________ explanation.
A. prevents B. challenges C. interrupts D. confuses
4、—Do you have ______ ready for the spring outing?
—No, I still have to buy some fruit.
A. everything B. anything C. something D. nothing
5、We are pleased to see the suggestion ______ in many schools to help free students from the heavy schoolwork.
A.adopted B.adopting
C.adopt D.to adopt
6、The prize winner described to the class _______ he had managed to achieve excellence in his studies.
A. if B. how
C. what D. that
7、—How do you all like your new head teacher?
—He is ______; he’d do anything to help anyone in trouble.
A. the fatted calf B. the salt of the earth
C. an apple of discord D. Jekyll and Hyde
8、Lily is so ______ . She is always making you feel you can talk quite naturally to her.
A.critical
B.available
C.magnificent
D.dramatic
9、 Energy, passion and a burning desire are, you see, ________ true learning takes.
A.that
B.what
C.how
D.which
10、A man’s worth lies not _______ much in ______ he has as in ______ he is.
A. that; that; what B. that; that C. so; what; what D. as; what; that
11、The news of the mayor’s coming to our school for a visit was ____ on the radio yesterday.
A.turned out B.found out C.given out D.carried out
12、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
13、After the meal, the managers went back to the meeting room to ________ their discussion.
A.put off B.carry on C.look up D.take down
14、The Winter Olympics ________ in 2022 will surely bring in many international tourists.
A. held B. having held C. holding D. to be held
15、Sorry to ________ you, but may I ask you a question on how to prepare for an interview?
A.fool B.bother C.disappoint D.hurt
16、________ at the cafeteria before, Tina didn't want to eat there again.
A. Having eaten B. To eat C. Eat D. Eating
17、Soon after getting off his horse, the captain appeared at the second-floor windows, ______ he could see nothing but trees.
A. where B. from where
C. which D. from which
18、—The new machines have arrived and are being tested in the workshop.
—I’m glad we _____ them in the years ahead.
A. will be operating B. have been operating
C. would be operating D. had been operating
19、The overall consumption scale is expected to reach 201 billion yuan this year, meaning an increase of 18.5 percent over ________ of 2018.
A.that B.it C.the one D.those
20、—Hello. I’d like to have a talk with Mr. Smith staying in your hotel.
—I’m sorry, he isn’t here. He ________ this morning.
A.checked in B.dropped in
C.checked out D.dropped out
21、If you are a book-lover, you may be interested in the following.
Dietland, by Sarai Walker
If you’re sick of the stick-thin and perfectly slim models of society today, Dietland is for you. The funny novel follows Plum Kettle, an over-weight advice journalist who answers fan mail for a teen girls’ website. She’s convinced that her life won’t really start until she saves up enough money for her weight-loss operation — when she’ll finally look like the “perfect” woman. But after she gets pulled into a series of adventures with a group of women who live life on their own terms, she begins to reconsider her own opinions of what “beauty” really is.
Orhan’s Inheritance, by Aline Ohanesian
After Orhan’s Turkish grandfather dies, he learns that while he’s taken over his grandfather’s successful business, the house that’s been in his family for generations was not left to him. Instead, it went to an 87-year-old woman who lives in L.A. that no one in his family has ever heard of. To get to the bottom of this, Orhan travels to L.A. to meet with the woman. It’s then that he uncovers the secrets of his family.
Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind, by Yuval Noah Harari
If the story of evolution (进化) has always interested you, this book is for you. In it, Dr. Yuval Noah Harari explores how, if 100,000 years ago there were six different kinds of humans on Earth, only one lived through to today: homo sapiens. He takes both an historical and biological approach to his discussion of how humans have evolved over time. He talks about the society created by sapiens and cultural wonders. And perhaps what is most fascinating is the evolution of humans.
【1】What does Plum Kettle want before she joins the women in the adventures?
A. Natural beauty.
B. A large sum of money.
C. A healthy lifestyle.
D. A slim shape.
【2】What puzzled Orhan after his grandfather’s death?
A.Their house was given to a stranger.
B.His grandfather’s business was such a success.
C.He had to take care of the 87-year-old woman.
D.The 87-year-old woman was one of his relatives.
【3】 What’s the most interesting in Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind ?
A. The advanced society. B. The rise of humans.
C. The development of biology. D. The cultural wonders.
22、In Judgement Day, one of the hit film series Terminator, a cyborg(生化人) played by Schwarzenegger could heal his skin wound magically, that is, he makes the skin repair itself in less than a second. Recently, according to Mirror, a smart electronic skin like it has been developed, which is as strong, stretchy and sensitive as humans’.
Previous attempts to "electronically" copy human skin have fallen short. Making suitably flexible electronics that can perform delicate tasks while also enduring the bumps and scrapes of everyday life is challenging, and each material involved must be carefully engineered. The previous sensor layer was too weak or too strong, reducing its durability, sensitivity or flexibility, which makes it more likely to break.
With the development of 2D sensors and hydrogel(水凝胶), scientists’ efforts paid off, linking sensor layer with skin functionally and durably. Study author Dr Jie Shen said, "Hydrogels are more than 70 percent water, making them very compatible(相容的) with human skin tissues. By prestretching the hydrogel in all directions, applying a layer of nano(纳米)wires, and then carefully controlling its release, we created conductive pathways to the sensor layer that remained complete even when the material was stretched to 28 times its original size. Meanwhile, skin electronics kept changing at a spectacular pace."
This e-skin can sense temperature and touch from up to 8 inches away, react to things in under one tenth of a second and repair itself more than 5,000 times. The new invention could help monitor a range of biological information, including changes in blood pressure. While the first port of call is medical, the e-skin could benefit a wide range of products one day, such as monitoring the structural condition of furniture and planes.
【1】Why is a cyborg in Judgement Day mentioned in Paragraph l?
A.To introduce the topic.
B.To inform the background.
C.To advertise the hit film.
D.To recommend Schwarzenegger.
【2】What made the previous attempts fall short?
A.The delicate tasks.
B.The unsuitable sensor layer.
C.The bumps and scrapes of everyday life.
D.The compatibility with human skin tissues.
【3】What can we infer about the e-skin from the last paragraph?
A.It can sense and react exactly like humans’ skin.
B.It may be used to check the condition of bridges.
C.It can make human beings live as long as they want.
D.It will turn human beings into cyborgs that never die.
【4】What’s the main idea of the passage?
A.Electronic skin has a wide range of applications.
B.Hydrogel contributes to developing electronic skin.
C.Attempts to develop electronic skin have fallen short.
D.Smart electronic skin has been developed by scientists.
23、阅读理解。
There are three separate sources of danger in supplying energy by nuclear power.
First, the radioactive (有放射性的) material must travel from its place of production to the power station. Although the power stations themselves are strongly built, the containers used for the transport of the materials are not. Normally, only two methods of transport are in use, namely road or rail. Unfortunately, both of these may have an effect on the general public, since they are sure to pass near, or even through, heavily populated areas.
Second, there is the problem of waste. All nuclear power stations produce wastes that in most cases will remain radioactive for thousands of years. It is impossible to make these wastes non-radioactive, and so they must be stored in one of the inconvenient ways that scientists have invented. For example, they may be buried under the ground, or dropped into deserted mines, or sunk in the sea. However, these methods do not solve the problem, since an earthquake could easily break the containers.
Third, there may occur the danger of a leak (泄漏) or an explosion at the power station. As with the other two dangers, this is not very likely, so it does not provide a serious objection (不赞成,反对) to the nuclear program. However, it can happen.
Separately, these three types of dangers are not a great cause for worry. Taken together, though, the probability of disaster is extremely high.
【1】Which of the following is not true?
A.It is likely that a leak or an explosion occurs at a power station.
B.It is not usual for radioactive materials to be conveyed across land.
C.The containers are likely to be broken by an earthquake.
D.Nuclear wastes remain risky in most cases for many years.
【2】The author thinks that the ways to store nuclear wastes are __________.
A.easy B.impossible
C.reasonable D.ineffective
【3】What do we learn from the last paragraph?
A.The power station is a place that frees from danger.
B.The dangers of nuclear energy could be prevented.
C.The general public are opposed to the nuclear program.
D.By itself, none of the three dangers is very likely to lead to much worry.
【4】What is this passage about?
A.Uses of nuclear power.
B.Dangers from nuclear power.
C.Public anger at nuclear power.
D.Accidents caused by nuclear power.
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、 Songs bring us through our life. Each time I listen to my favorite song Reach, I’m deeply ______ by its lyrics: “If I could reach higher, just one moment touch the sky...” When we hear this ______ song sung by Gloria Estefan, we can ______ imagine how she managed to return to the stage after her serious back injury. In 1990, this Cuban singer was ______ down in a terrible traffic accident, and the doctor ______ that she might never walk again. But Gloria did not ______ and kept on working hard toward her ______. Just one year after the disaster ______, she stood up again and ______ this encouraging song at the Atlanta Olympics.
Whenever I think of Gloria, a ______ crowds in my mind. When I entered university, naturally shy, ordinary looking, and with ______ scores in my lessons, just like an ugly duckling. I seemed to be the ______ outstanding one in my class. Continuous failures drove me into ______. “Am I to take a back seat to everyone else?” ______ to give in to such a fate I spared no effort to work on my lessons and joined in many ______, such as English speech contests and dramas. I just wanted to catch every little chance to ______ myself. My continuous efforts finally paid off. I received some ______. More importantly, I ______ courage and confidence to face any difficulty in my life.
____ is just like farming. You ______ what you sow. Once you have a dream, don’t hesitate. Keep moving!
【1】A. convinced B. disturbed C. impressed D. discouraged
【2】A. entertaining B. inspiring C. boring D. puzzling
【3】A. easily B. simply C. finally D. hardly
【4】A. knocked B. cut C. pulled D. turned
【5】A. argued B. declared C. doubted D. added
【6】A. give away B. give back C. give out D. give up
【7】A. goal B. journey C. achievement D. recovery
【8】A. happened B. ended C. lasted D. returned
【9】A. wrote B. recorded C. presented D. covered
【10】A. fancy B. view C. memory D. question
【11】A. standard B. poor C. high D. excellent
【12】A. most B. more C. least D. very
【13】A. hopelessness B. weakness C. trouble D. anger
【14】A. Free B. Eager C. Disappointed D. Unwilling
【15】A. parties B. games C. activities D. meetings
【16】A. satisfy B. improve C. enjoy D. forgive
【17】A. awards B. thanks C. gifts D. comments
【18】A. confirmed B. gained C. combined D. requested
【19】A. Luck B. Belief C. Life D. Competition
【20】A. harvest B. reserve C. expand D. discover
26、假定你是大一学生李华。你的母校校刊编辑邀请你给高三的同学写一封公开信,请根据以下要点回信:1.你高三时学习方面的变化;2.你高三时生活方面的变化;3.你对高三同学的建议。