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1、These remarkable findings suggest the elephants have ________ a memory capacity to make distinctions between human voices.
A. built up B. packed up C. brought up D. took up
2、The man was responsible for much of the research and ______ work that led to the understanding of the structure of DNA.
A．discovery
B．production
C．creation
D．contribution
3、You may not have noticed that problem, but you could never withdraw it ______ regretful about your decision.
A.should you feel B.you should feel
C.had you left D.you had left
4、The water was now two feet deep, making it difficult, if not impossible, _________ the car out.
A. getting B. got C. to get D. get
5、My friend came around for a cup of tea and we________ having a big meal together.
A．put up
B．ended up
C．took up
D．brought up
6、 --- Excuse me, where is the Hilton Hotel?
--- Go straight ahead and turn right, You _____miss it. It's a huge building.
A. needn't B. can't C. mustn't D. wouldn't
7、An Australian-Chinese woman was asked to leave China within a specified period of time by Beijing police， with her work-related residence permit canceled ______ the Chinese Exit and Entry Administration Law.
A.in favor of B.inline with C.in recognition of D.in honor of
8、—I dropped by at 6:00pm yesterday but failed to see you at your house.
—I ______ in a gym at that time.
A. was exercising B. am exercising C. have exercised D. had exercised
9、This unjust ___________ of people on the basis of skin color was challenged.
A.summary B.structure C.separation D.submission
10、_______ the website of the Fire Department in your city, and you will learn a lot about Firefighting.
A．Having searched
B．To search
C．Searching
D．Search
11、Spending on universities is usually ______ by the belief --- the increase in earnings that graduates enjoy over non-graduates.
A.confirmed B.justified C.convinced D.recognized
12、On the third floor there are two rooms, ________ used as a meeting-room.
A. the larger of which B. one of them
C. and a larger of them D. the largest one of which
13、Young people should be inspired to think outside the box and innovate, breaking free from __________ methods.
A.contradictory B.dynamic C.conventional D.distinguished
14、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
15、--- Don’t forget to have this machine fixed this afternoon., Darling.
--- Oh, you reminded me of what I otherwise .
A. may have forgotten B. must have forgotten C. had forgotten D. would have forgotten
16、We strongly advise you ______ eating your meal so late. It’s not healthy.
A. on B. against C. from D. over
17、People began looking around to see ________ the noise was coming from.
A.how B.why C.whether D.where
18、 volcanoes for many years, I am still amazed at their beauty as well as their potential to cause great damage.
A. To study B. Studying
C. Having studied D. Studied
19、Humans tend to regard ourselves we are the only species is on the planet-and certainly the only one that matters.
A.as though B.even though C.though D.as
20、My neighbour Sana is always sheltering her child too much, and that’s ____we differ.
A．when
B．what
C．how
D．where
21、 Eighteen people in central Kenya are taking the country's secondary education test, called the KCSE. Even under normal conditions, this examination can make a student nervous. But these 18 students may feel especially fearful. They are serving sentences in a top-security prison. And if they do well in the test, they might get to leave the prison.
During the test the inmates(囚犯）sit at school desks at Naivasha Prison.The classroom looks like any other except that the students are wearing prison uniforms. David Noah Okwemba has just finished the examination for history and biology. He says he wants people to know that the prisoners are no longer criminals. Instead, he says they are students.
Prisoners who perform well can have their sentences changed. They may be released early to go to university or find employment. Patrick Mwenda is head officer at Naivasha prison. He says Naivasha works with the high courts to consider the cases of prisoners who get high marks and nine prisoners have been released since 2008 as a result of.their schooling and tests. So far, the releases have gone only to prisoners sentenced to short terms.
Only one other possibility for freedom exists for those facing life in prison and those who have used up all their legal appeals. Kenya's Power of Mercy committee advises about pardons for prisoners. Mr.Mwenda admits the difficulties of getting a pardon.But he says the prison urges students with longer sentences to build skills, which would help them have a good record to show the committee.
Inmate Prince Winsor Mosii does not approve of the whole system."The Power of Mercy is not actually helpful. It is there, but it is not helping in setting us at liberty, even if you have performed." Serving a life sentence for his involvement in an armed robbery, Prince Winsor Mosii took his KCSE exam last year. But he says he does not see much reason to get an education if he is to remain in prison."It is of no good to get or to acquire something of great value skills, and not put it into action."
More than half of the 3,000 inmates at the Naivasha prison are involved in the school program. The inmates themselves choose the subjects and decide the content of the studies. Personal experience makes up an important part of the class discussions.
【1】Why does the author mention KCSE in Paragraph 1?
A.To suggest its popularity among Kenya.
B.To explain its influence on secondary students.
C.To introduce a special mercy in Kenya prison.
D.To praise the achievement of schooling in prison.
【2】According to Prince Winsor Moss,______.
A.it is difficult for prisoners to learn a skill
B.it is useless studying if one cannot be released
C.prisoners with long sentences also need to study
D.mastering a skill can help one solve practical problems
【3】What would be the best title for the passage?
A.High Education Reduces Crime.
B.Everyone Has the Right to Education.
C.The More educated,the Less Criminal.
D.Good Grades Are the Pass to Freedom.
22、Libraries have existed for nearly as long as humans have had written languages. They have been esteemed (受尊敬的) places of learning and comprehensive repositories (储藏室) of human knowledge, history, and ideas. Written materials from all over the civilized world have been collected and preserved in libraries and without them much of what was known to ancient peoples would have been lost in the moden world.
Open societies especially like the free exchange of ideas and information—all ideas, not just those that are socially acceptable at a particular point in time and all opinions, no just mainstream ones.
Our public libraries need to be places that broaden our perspectives and stretch our minds and imaginations. There’s no reason to ban any books from the general public. That’s not to say all books are appropriate for all age groups. But it’s easy enough to limit access of the very young to “adult” literature without preventing mature readers from a full range of materials.
Private libraries may sometimes regard certain topics as too offensive (冒犯的) or objectionable to include in their collection. And elementary school libraries should probably not include books that would be inappropriate for young children on their bookshelves. All libraries have to be selective, due to limited budgets, and space and age are always considered in acquisition (购置) decisions. But this is very different from actually banning specific titles.
And who is to decide what is acceptable and what is not? Should we get rid of all materials that are unconventional, that challenge the present situation, or that make anyone uncomfortable? Should we restrict all materials in public libraries to what is inoffensive to the most sensitive members of society or to what overprotective parents believe will not disturb young children?
Open societies, as they say, are messy. The Harry Potter novels may be the greatest children’s books ever written. Howard Zinn’s A People’s History of the United States may be a publication of nation’s rich history, but sometimes brutal history to some else, especially those ever hurt by the country. Anyway, libraries exist to preserve all human thoughts and recorded experience.
【1】Which of the following does the author most probably agree with?
A．All books are suitable for all age groups.
B．It’s a right decision to ban some bad books.
C．Many young readers have become mature ones.
D．Ideas which are not the mainstream should be accepted.
【2】What can we learn from the text?
A．The libraries should be child-friendly.
B．Some libraries have their unique needs.
C．Public libraries are better than private ones.
D．Libraries should get rid of conventional materials.
【3】What does the underlined word “brutal” in the last paragraph probably mean?
A．Cruel.
B．Strange.
C．Unfamiliar.
D．Important.
【4】What does the text mainly talk about?
A．The history of libraries around the world.
B．The classification of books in libraries.
C．Whether some books should be banned in libraries.
D．The differences between public and private libraries.
23、
London Zoo Set in the heart of Regents Park, London Zoo provides a great day out with a family friendly atmosphere. It has been entertaining visitors of all ages with a collection of over 80, 000 animals as well as some fantastic shows and interactive experiences for over 150 years. From the classic penguin feeding time to the insightful talks held in an authentic living rainforest there really is something for everyone to enjoy. There are fun and games in the kid’s zone including a range of special exhibits designed to be as informative as they are exciting. Children are free to explore a treetop village, a secret underground world and the “Touch Zone” which provides a safe environment for them to interact with all of their favourite creatures. There is so much to do at London Zoo you may struggle to fit it all into one day! Your ticket includes priority entry access at no extra cost giving you more time to see one of the city’s premier attractions. |
Important Information * Disabled Access: Wheelchair access is available throughout the park; however, as the Zoo contains a lot of listed buildings some have minor restrictions. * Parking space subject to (取决于) availability. Only valid in conjunction with a paid for Zoo entry ticket. * Last admission is one hour before closing time. * Some animal exhibits may close up to 30 minutes before closing time. |
【1】According to the advertisement, London Zoo ________.
A.provides an ideal place for families to hold talks in an rainforest
B.combines entertainment and interactive experiences with creatures
C.offers unlimited access to premier attractions with a little more charge
D.caters to the curiosity of children with guided exploration and interactions
【2】It can be learned from the passage that ________.
A.visitors will be admitted to the zoo at their convenience
B.drivers shall get parking space with a paid entry ticket
C.late comers may miss some of the animal exhibits
D.wheelchair users can have access to any building
24、 Earlier this year when the summer heatwave was in full swing, most people were dreaming of the cooler autumn temperatures. But for those who love the summer weather, the winter colder temperatures and dreary weather are anything but welcome. The good news? There are some brilliant winter sun destinations you can escape to for glorious pleasant weather and warm sunshine.
Dubai
During the winter months the city still boasts temperatures around 26°C, perfect if you plan to make the most of the city’s beaches. However, it’s not so hot that you can’t enjoy most of the things to see and do in Dubai, from the theme parks to epic malls such as the Burj Khalifa.
Planning to make the most of the attractions? It’s worth looking into a Dubai Pass where you could save up to 50% off a host of the top must-see sights.
Thailand
The best time to visit Thailand is between November to January when it’s a dry season and the temperatures are pleasant. The country is filled with epic sights and attractions.
Fancy a city break? Head to Bangkok where glorious temples, floating markets and incredible food festivals await. Or of course you could spend a few days making the most of Thailand’s most beautiful sea sands.
Cape Verde
Sal Island is one of the main tourist spots in the country. Cape Verde is well-known for offering up a relaxing holiday; and with 10 islands to explore, there’s still ample opportunity to have an adventure or two.
However, if you only visit one spot, make it the beautiful Sal Island. It tends to be a hit with holidaymakers thanks to the white sand beaches and crystalline waters that make up its shores.
Barbados
If the idea of a snowy Christmas break doesn’t appeal, then Barbados could make for a once-in-a-lifetime festive season.
December temperatures can be around 28°C, meaning you’ll have heaps of hot weather and sunshine and of course Barbados beaches are the ideal spot to enjoy them.
【1】What’s the purpose of this passage?
A.To provide warm destinations for winter. B.To compare four foreign tourist spots.
C.To offer advice on traveling abroad. D.To help escape from the hot weather.
【2】What could be the best choice for food lovers?
A.Dubai. B.Thailand.
C.Cape Verde. D.Barbados.
【3】What do the attractions have in common?
A.They offer tourists sights on a budget. B.A variety of food is supplied for tourists.
C.They recommend some shopping centers. D.Travelers can go for relaxation on seashore.
25、 Can you imagine walking across a stage in front of 300 wearing a swimsuit? This is my ____as a competitor in the Miss Teen Massachusetts Pageant.
As soon as I was____as a contestant I began preparing, though the pageant (盛会) was months away. I had to______my classes with extracurricular activities, and_____ the pageant. I barely has time to breathe!_____, I did the best I could.
I’d always dreamed of_____in a beauty pageant. Although I didn’t win, I had a great time. It took_____to cross a stage in a swimsuit and those heels, walking like a model and smiling at so many people. It gave me the guts to try other_____. I improved my interviewing skills, met a lot of great people, and learned how to put on a_____.
The week after the beauty pageant, everyone____how I had done. I always told them_____I didn’t place, it was a terrific experience. It’s not a breeze to tell everyone that you didn’t______. After the experience, I realized that it is not necessarily the ______ that determines what you take from an experience, it is the quality of the experience, the memories, and what you_____along the way.
Most ____, I was aware that you should always reach for your dreams, because _____you will never know what could have been. If I hadn’t_____the pageant, I would always wonder. Now, looking back, I will be______ with everything I’ve accomplished, I took the initiative to strive for my dreams and___life along the way. I’ll no longer let opportunities pass by me, but______all my goals and dreams, no matter how big or small.
A．dream
B．experience
C．success
D．ambition
A．defeated
B．accepted
C．questioned
D．refused
A．fill
B．improve
C．balance
D．compare
A．preparing for
B．laying off
C．making for
D．setting off
A．Thus
B．Instead
C．Besides
D．However
A．speaking
B．competing
C．swimming
D．sharing
A．time
B．energy
C．courage
D．patience
A．things
B．trips
C．jobs
D．competitions
A．smile
B．coat
C．position
D．parade
A．shrugged
B．wondered
C．proved
D．judged
A．if
B．since
C．because
D．although
A．recover
B．improve
C．fear
D．win
A．process
B．script
C．outcome
D．struggle
A．suspend
B．gain
C．expect
D．allocate
A．commonly
B．luckily
C．naturally
D．significantly
A．yet
B．still
C．also
D．otherwise
A．entered
B．missed
C．won
D．finished
A．irritated
B．fascinated
C．content
D．concerned
A．find
B．show
C．enjoy
D．ignore
A．pursue
B．set
C．compile
D．remember
26、假定你是李华，最近在某英文论坛上看到一名叫Jonah的澳大利亚高中生发的帖子，他提到自己想结交一位中国朋友以便学习川剧（Sichuan Opera)。请根据所给提示，用英语给他写一封电子邮件，内容包括：
1.表达意愿；
2.帮助方式；
3.期待回复。
注意：1.词数100左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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