1 . The first hip-hop tag came in the late 1960s, either in Philadelphia or New York City — there is some argument over this milestone-but New York is inarguably where the new art form would take flight in the 1970s, eventually getting many of its young, upstart artists into the exciting world of high art. Most people today know the name Jean-Michel Basquiat, but his neighbours and contemporaries. including the luminaries (权威) below, did just as much to establish the bright, vivid energy that continues to distinguish hip-hop graffiti today.

Shamsia Hassani

Known as Afghanistan’s first female graffiti artist, Hassani, born in 1988, often makes her art on abandoned buildings. As a talented artist, equally comfortable with a can or a brush, she teaches at Kabul University and in 2013 founded the Kabul Graffiti Festival. She has exhibited in the United States and India, as well as widely throughout Europe.

Chris “Daze” Ellis

Ellis began tagging New York City subway cars in 1976 while still in high school and was one of the first. artists. to jump from street art to high art: By 1981, he was exhibiting at the Mudd Club with such rising luminaries as Keith Haring and Basquiat. Before long, his reputation went global. Ellis has held his own exhibitions in Austria, France, Italy, Singapore and beyond.

The NYC Rap Tour

The first overseas hip-hop tour, which visited England and France in 1982, brought music and visual art together: DJ Afrika Bambaataa, the Rock Steady Crew and other musicians performed while artists such as Fab 5 Freddy, Futura 2000 and Dondi painted onstage. The Fantastic Four, winners of a jump rope world championship, and a dance crew completed the unusual event. Hip-hop was now a global force.

1. Where did the new art form develop rapidly in the 1970s?

A．India.

B．France.

C．Philadelphia.

D．New York.

2. What do Hassani and Ellis have in common?

A．They ended teaching at university.	B．They had their own exhibitions.
C．They started creation on deserted buildings.	D．They shifted their art focus.

3. What is special about the NYC Rap Tour?

A．It offered a visit to Italy.	B．It invited Keith Haring as a guest.
C．It combined music and visual art.	D．It won jump rope championship.

2 . The TV series Wolf Pack starring Sarah Michelle Gellar is centered around the lives of a group of Los Angeles teenagers, whose lives are changed forever when a supernatural creature is freed after a series of unexplained wildfires break out.

Not much is known about Gellar’s character on the show, except for the fact that she is playing Kristin Ramsey, an expert who moves to Los Angeles to find the person who started the wildfires. She spoke to Fox News Digital about her big return to TV, and explained why she thought she was drawn to projects featuring monsters (怪物).

“For me, it’s always about the stories, and in talking today, we have discovered that the superhuman allows you to tell the most human stories because it really allows you to use these monsters to explore emotions, fears and anxieties that you can’t experience in other worlds,” Gellar explained.

“I think it’s a really important conversation that people will be along for the ride, but then realize what the meaning is behind all of it,” she added. Gellar’s co-star, Rodrigo, agreed with her, saying he hoped audiences could look at the deeper meanings behind the monsters on the show and realize they were all metaphors (隐喻) to discuss in our own inner monsters.”

Gellar recently told SFX Magazine she was very proud of the show.

1. What is the first paragraph mainly about?

A．The cause of wildfires.	B．A creature’s activity.
C．A group of teenagers’ lives.	D．The plot of Wolf Pack.

2. According to Gellar, what can help her uncover people’s feelings?

A．Rich experiences.	B．Monsters in the story.
C．Wildfires in a show.	D．Discussion with each other.

3. How did Gellar feel about the series Wolf Pack?

A．Satisfied.

B．Frightened.

C．Moved.

D．Disappointed.

4. In which section of a newspaper may this text appear?

A．Lifestyle.

B．Nature.

C．Science.

D．Entertainment.

3 . Iris Apfel, the interior designer and fashion tastemaker, who found fame in her 80s, has died aged 102. “She was forward-thinking in every sense of the world and saw the world through a unique lens. She saw the world as a kaleidoscope (万花筒) of colour, a canvas of patterns and prints,” said Apfel’s agent, Lori Sale.

Born in 1921 in Queens, New York, Apfel studied art history at New York University and later attended art school at the University of Wisconsin. Her first job was as a copywriter at Women’s Wear Daily. She later worked for the interior designer Elinor Johnson and also the illustrator Robert Goodman. In 1948, she married Carl Apfel. Two years later they launched the textile company Old World Weaver s and ran it until they retired in 1992.

As an outstanding authority on old-fashioned fabrics (纺织物), Apfel gave guidance on restoration projects, including work at the White House. She was the subject of several museum exhibitions and more recently starred in campaigns for H&M, eBay, Citroen and even had a Barbie doll made in her likeness. Among those showing respect was the US designer Tommy Hilfiger, who praised Apfel as an “innovator and leader” in the world of textiles and style, saying “Iris Apfel has become a world-famous fashion icon because of her incredible talent and amazing effect on so many people with her huge heart and magic touch.”

In 2005, her personal collection of designer accessories (配饰) and clothes became the subject of an exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. It was the first time that the Met had focused on a living female who was more than a designer. In another first, Apfel dressed the mannequins (人体模型) herself, styling them in her own unique and magnificent manner.

When asked about aging in a 2018 interview, Apfel said, “I wouldn't want to stop the clock. No, that would be so boring. It would be like being caught in a time machine. I don’t like that. I think variety is the spice of life.”

1. Which of the following is true according to the passage?

A．Apfel saw the world through a lens because she was far-sighted.

B．Apfel set up the textile company Old World Weavers on her own.

C．Apfel offered suggestions on the way to restore the White House.

D．Apfel was the first to dress the mannequins for the design industry.

2. Why was Apfel called an “innovator and leader” in the world of textiles and style?

A．Because she was a talented film star.	B．Because many US designers praised her.
C．Because she had a great influence on people.	D．Because a Barbie doll was made on her looks.

3. What can be learned about Apfel from the last paragraph?

A．She believes aging is full of excitement.

B．She prefers being caught in a time machine.

C．She wants to experience different stages of fashion.

D．She thinks variety is significant for a meaningful life.

4. What’s the best title for the passage?

A．Aging with style	B．Growing with talent
C．Living with passion	D．Working with determination

4 . Robert Mendez Jr. is a football coach. Despite being born without limbs (四肢), he has spent his life on what he can ________. And this spirit was what drove him for more than a decade toward realizing his dream—becoming a coach.

This year, Robert ________ the Jimmy V Award for Perseverance, presented to “a ________ member of the sporting world who has overcome great difficulties through determination.” Nobody could have been a better ________.

As Robert accepted the ________, he thanked a number of people for helping him. Then, true to his character, this passionate coach ________ a piece of his wisdom.

He said, “If there’s any ________ that I want to give you, it’s to look at me and see how much passion I put into coaching and how ________ it’s gotten me. When you open your mind to different possibilities and ________ what you can do, you really can achieve something.”

When talking of ________, he said, “The best part of it is seeing someone’s ________ and making them realize what’s possible. So for anyone out there not ________ about their abilities, I’m here to tell you that you can do it. It can ________.”

Robert may have been born without arms or legs, but he was ________ born with the amazing ability to ________ others. As he’s already well aware, there’s nothing this man can’t do!

1.

A．imagine

B．do

C．tolerate

D．benefit

2.

A．sponsored

B．valued

C．created

D．received

3.

A．deserving

B．demanding

C．formal

D．fortunate

4.

A．player

B．individual

C．match

D．witness

5.

A．donation

B．challenge

C．proposal

D．award

6.

A．shared

B．obtained

C．repeated

D．proved

7.

A．chance

B．joy

C．message

D．warning

8.

A．intelligent

B．far

C．respectful

D．fit

9.

A．write down

B．talk about

C．advocate for

D．focus on

10.

A．competing

B．coaching

C．giving

D．learning

11.

A．potential

B．shortcoming

C．question

D．secret

12.

A．comfortable

B．enthusiastic

C．pleased

D．sure

13.

A．last

B．happen

C．change

D．spread

14.

A．eventually

B．similarly

C．obviously

D．merely

15.

A．persuade

B．understand

C．defeat

D．motivate

5 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. When was Now and Then recorded by Lennon?

A．In 1970.

B．In 1977.

C．In 1979.

2. What made it possible to release Now and Then?

A．The use of advanced technology.

B．The living will of Lennon.

C．The request of fans.

3. What do we know about blue album?

A．It consists of classics.

B．It was finished in 1967.

C．It doesn’t include Now and Then.

4. What did Ringo Starr say about recording the song?

A．It would make their album a hit.

B．It allowed the members to get together.

C．It offered a chance to remember Lennon.

6 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why did Danny decide to start his recording studio?

A．To work with musicians

B．To make a living

C．To reduce costs

2. What is involved in Danny’s business now?

A．Drawing cartoons

B．Recording commercial music

C．Making his own pop albums

3. What does Danny have to do?

A．Advertise his productions

B．Produce all kinds of music

C．Deal with well-known musicians

4. Which of the following is Danny’s strength?

A．His skill at music arrangement

B．His ability to employ new techniques

C．His capability to meet market needs.

7 . Kurt, one of Australian most respected and recognized athletes, has won over 40 marathons, including New York, Chicago and London, in his career of more than 20 years. He became the first athlete with a disability to win The Don Award-given to honor those whose achievements inspire the whole nation — in the Sport Australia Hall of Fame in 2018.

Kurt has always been determined. Being born without the lower part of his spine (脊椎) has never held him back, from backyard games of football to crewing an attractive Sydney to Hobart ship and winning dozens of marathons around the world.

Growing up in a large and loving family in the small town of Carcoar, Kurt was encouraged to make the most of every opportunity, and he did. He took on almost every challenge presented to him, encouraged by his parents. He even managed to move himself on his elbows up and down hills at an early age.

Turning his attention to wheelchair sports in his teens, Kurt quickly became a world beater. He started his career with two silver medals at the 2000 Sydney Paralympic Games, before making his winning breakthrough at the 2004 Athens Paralympics with gold medals in the 5,000m and marathon races. Following the 2004 Paralympics, Kurt conquered the world, winning seven world championships and more than 30 marathons around the globe.

Kurt is a person who supports the rights of people with disabilities. He throws himself into a number of charitable activities. For example, in 2009, Kurt spent two weeks crawling (爬) the 96 kilometer Kokoda Track to raise awareness and money for people’s health charity.

While Kurt’s athletic career is over, his commitment (投入) to sports and support for people with disabilities live on in so many different forms. Kurt believes that people with disabilities should be given more opportunities.

1. What does paragraph 1 tell us about Kurt?

A．He contributed a lot to American spirit.	B．He is the most popular marathon athlete.
C．He is the first athlete to win the Don Award.	D．He is a disabled athlete with great achievements.

2. What can we learn from paragraph 3?

A．Kurt’s living conditions were poor.	B．Kurt’s parents were strict with him.
C．Kurt’s tough life inspired his creation.	D．Kurt’s childhood saw his determination.

3. Who will benefit from Kurt’s charitable activities probably?

A．A sick teenager.

B．A blind boy.

C．An injured athlete.

D．A potential champion.

4. What does Kurt’s story tell us?

A．Learn to walk before your run.	B．Ups and downs make one strong.
C．Become the light and warm others.	D．Disability is a force for great progress.

8 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. How many presidents are there before Lincoln?

A．15.

B．16.

C．17.

2. What do you think of Lincoln’s family when he was young?

A．Rich.

B．Poor.

C．Large.

3. What led to the American Civil War?

A．Lincoln was elected to the president of the U.S.

B．Some southern states wanted to break off.

C．Some slaves began to fight for their rights.

4. What did Lincoln contribute most to his country?

A．He was one of the greatest lawyers in the U.S.

B．He gave one of the most famous speeches.

C．He managed to keep his country together.

9 . Zong Qinghou, the founder and chairman of Hangzhou Wahaha Group, China passed away on Sunday at the age of 79. As one of the most respected representatives of China’s first generation of entrepreneurs (企业家) since the country embarked on reform and opening-up in 1978, Zong’s down-to-earth style and innovative spirit greatly impressed the public.

Born in 1945 in Suqian, Jiangsu province, Zong took over a small grocery store at a school in Hangzhou in 1987. In 1989, he founded Hangzhou Wahaha Nutritional Food Factory. In 1996, Zong launched Wahaha AD calcium milk, which became a great hit with Chinese consumers. The company’s products now cover more than 200 categories, including purified water, milk and yogurt drinks, carbonated drinks, fruit and vegetable juice, tea and coffee drinks, with its sales revenue reaching 51.2 billion yuan in 2022. It has nearly 30,000 employees and 8l production bases nationwide. Zong was ranked as the country’s richest person in 2010, 2012 and 2013 by business magazine Forbes.

However, Zong led a simple life, and it was common to see him dressed in a white shirt and black cloth shoes. He once said, “I am an ordinary person, but luckily I was born in such an era (时代).” He said that Wahaha would not exist without reform and opening-up. He said that Chinese entrepreneurs should fulfill their social responsibilities, and create wealth for the people, adding that they should create more employment opportunities and participate in public welfare activities, contributing to the country’s economic and social development.

Moreover, Zong attached great importance to technological innovation to ensure the quality and diversity (多样性) of Wahaha’s products in a highly competitive market, and provide strong impetus to the company’s sustainable growth. It is widely acknowledged that Zong’s management philosophy has set an example for the development of China’s private economy.

1. What does the underlined word “categories” mean?

A．Sorts.

B．Sources.

C．Lines.

D．Fields.

2. What can we learn from the passage?

A．Wahaha AD calcium milk gained great popularity worldwide.

B．Zong firmly believes he is an extraordinary and fortunate man.

C．Zong extremely values the quality and diverity of Wahaha’s products

D．Wahah’s success only resulted from Zong’s devotion and intelligence.

3. Which of the following words can best describe Zong Qinghou?

A．simple and responsible.	B．devoted and creative.
C．competitive and ordinary.	D．modest and independent

4. Where is the passage most probably taken from?

A．A guideline.

B．A menu.

C．A brochure.

D．A website.

10 . 阅读下列材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。

In the 1950s, a plastic surgeon(整形外科医生)by the name of Maxwell Maltz began to notice that many of his patients took about 21 days    1    they got used to seeing their new face after an    2    (operate)—like a nose of job, for example.

    3     (promote) by the observation of this unusual pattern, Maltz looked inward, into his own life, and noticed that it also took about 21 days    4    (adjust) to a new house someone just moved into. These experiences    5    (eventual) led Maltz to publish his famous 1960s book Psycho-cybernetics, in    6    he states that “it requires a minimum of about 21 days for an old mental image to disappear and a new one to form.” The book sold more than 30 million copies and is still    7    print today. This “21 days” figure    8    (repeat) countless times ever since. It has been republished and adapted in thousands of self-help books and TV shows. There’s a problem though. The “21 days” time window for cementing(巩固) changes in habit is    9    (little) a statistical fact and more like a myth. Maltz never performed a careful and thorough study using the    10    (science) method. His statistics are not accurate. But that doesn’t mean that there aren’t scientists who have made a genuine inquiry.