1 . The train had been long delayed. Running out of _______, Andy put down his book and looked out. He found the _______ at once: It was raining hard.

He lay down and fell asleep but was soon woken up by a woman. She handed him his bag and _______ that it had slipped to the floor. He gratefully took it back and opened it, _______ to see his mother’s scarf and some sandwiches inside.

Andy's thoughts drifted (飘) to when he was _______. His mother had insisted on putting her scarf in. “If it rains, it may get cold.” He remembered feeling _______ and had taken it out. But it was still here.

_______, Andy realized he was burning with fever. Feeling helpless, he called his mom. “Take a _______. I have put in medicine, just _______,” she suggested. Touched by his mother’s ________, he took the medicine and soon fell deep asleep in the ________ of the scarf.

Andy woke up later feeling much better. Then he noticed the woman, who’d ________ him pick up his bag earlier, ________ holding a baby in her arms, both shaking. Their clothes did little against the cold wind.

Without thinking twice, Andy wrapped his mother’s scarf around the baby. To his ________, the child soon fell asleep in the love of not one, but two ________.

1.

A．luck

B．patience

C．time

D．energy

2.

A．train

B．truth

C．cause

D．notice

3.

A．insisted

B．explained

C．apologized

D．admitted

4.

A．surprised

B．ready

C．thankful

D．frightened

5.

A．checking

B．leaving

C．planning

D．packing

6.

A．hurt

B．annoyed

C．ashamed

D．puzzled

7.

A．Lately

B．Finally

C．Suddenly

D．Instantly

8.

A．look

B．pill

C．rest

D．sandwich

9.

A．for safety

B．on purpose

C．in case

D．by accident

10.

A．calmness

B．confidence

C．comfort

D．concern

11.

A．warmth

B．memory

C．smell

D．touch

12.

A．helped

B．pleased

C．disturbed

D．greeted

13.

A．carefully

B．casually

C．gently

D．tightly

14.

A．relief

B．amazement

C．mind

D．advantage

15.

A．arms

B．scarfs

C．passengers

D．mothers

2 . Miloszek was born with a heart defect. His condition is too _____ to be treated in Poland, but doctors at Stanford University Medical Center are able to take his case. _____， they require 80 percent of the payment up front, a sum the family simply could not _____. That's when Maria Andrejczyk _____ in to help!

Just a week after _____ her first Olympic medal ever and returning from Japan, Maria posted a _____ on a social media platform announcing that she would be auctioning off (拍卖掉) her silver medal to raise money for Miloszek's surgery.

Days later, a Polish convenience store chain called Zabka _____ the medal for $125，000, which was more than Maria had _____ to get. Not only that, but when her _____ broke, more people began donating money to the fundraiser. Finally, she ______ more than enough cash to cover Miloszek's trip to America! And the ______ doesn't end there. Zabka announced that they would let Maria keep her ______ after all!

“We were very touched by the extremely ______ gesture of our Olympian, so we decided to support the ______ for Miloszek，” the company wrote.“We decided that the silver medal from Tokyo will stay with Maria! We are glad that we were able to ______. ”

1.

A．particular

B．optimistic

C．serious

D．common

2.

A．Undoubtedly

B．Unfortunately

C．Additionally

D．Absolutely

3.

A．expect

B．permit

C．ensure

D．afford

4.

A．crowded

B．turned

C．brought

D．stepped

5.

A．earning

B．declaring

C．battling

D．defeating

6.

A．parcel

B．message

C．card

D．list

7.

A．sold

B．returned

C．purchased

D．saved

8.

A．expected

B．needed

C．accepted

D．commanded

9.

A．health

B．dream

C．heart

D．story

10.

A．borrowed

B．provided

C．collected

D．used

11.

A．kindness

B．news

C．sympathy

D．gratitude

12.

A．secret

B．reputation

C．money

D．medal

13.

A．flexible

B．noble

C．gentle

D．awkward

14.

A．recovery

B．request

C．fundraiser

D．award

15.

A．contribute

B．present

C．fight

D．change

3 . A tree planting initiative in Kenya has seen over 30,000 trees being planted. The Green Generation Initiative is a Kenyan charity that has been planting trees to counter climate change and the reduction in forest in the East African nation since 2016.

Founded by climate activist Elizabeth Wathuti, the initiative's primary focus is on developing young climate activists through environmental education in schools and addressing food insecurity in the region through planting fruit trees. Since its foundation, over 30,000 trees have been planted in Kenya, while thousands of school children have not just planted trees but adopted them to ensure that young people learn the importance of acting as a guardian of the health of the environment. The trees have recorded a survival rate of over 98 percent, as they continue growing from young trees to maturity.

Speaking to world leaders at the recent UN Climate Change Conference in Glasgow (COP26)，Elizabeth issued a serious warning about the threat of climate change: “Over two million of Kenyans are facing climate­related starvation. In 2025, half of the world's population will be facing water shortage. By the time I'm 50, the climate crisis will displace over 80 million people in sub­Saharan Africa alone.”

Elizabeth said, “I have been doing what I can.Inspired by the great Wangari Maathai, I founded a tree growing initiative that enhances food security for young Kenyans. So far, we have grown 30，000 fruit trees, providing desperately needed nutrition for thousands of children.” “Every day we see that when we look after the trees, they look after us. We are the adults on this Earth right now, and it is our responsibility to ensure that the children have food and water, ”she added.

1. What is the initiative intended for?

A．Making policies.

B．Raising money.

C．Educating adults.

D．Fighting climate change.

2. What crisis are Kenyans encountering at present?

A．Hunger.	B．Sickness.
C．Water shortage.	D．Economic risks.

3. What has been achieved since 2016 in Kenya?

A．Over 3,000 trees have been planted.

B．Green awareness has been raised.

C．Over 80 million people have been saved.

D．School education has been guaranteed.

4. Which of the following can best describe Elizabeth Wathuti?

A．Friendly and talented.

B．Caring and responsible.

C．Honest and determined.

D．Ambitious and humorous.

4 . I’ve been working as a United Nations (U.N.) Peacekeeper in the Central African Republic for the past two years. Before this, I was a pilot and I ______ my work. However, I felt it was my duty to help innocent people who are caught in trouble, so I ______ the United Nations.

The Central African Republic is a relatively small country. Since it got ______ from France in the 1960s, there have been many violent conflicts between the government and rebels (反叛者). In 2012, a civil war began, due to which, over one million people were forced to _____ their homes and there were many deaths and injuries. ______, the United Nations established a peacekeeping _____ in the country.

We peacekeepers _____ cities and villages to _____ that no conflict is occurring and help bring supplies of food and medicine. We are a _____ that can keep people in conflict apart.

As a woman, I am particularly ______ as I can act as a role model for many women and girls in the country. When they see how others respect me, they feel that they also ______ to be respected and treated ______.

My life is not ______ in any way! It’s long hours in a very tough environment. I have basic ______ with just a bed in a shared room. Of course, being away from my family and friends is also very hard at times. However, I know that the Central African Republic is safer because of the U. N. Peacekeepers, and that makes it all _______.

1.

A．hated

B．enjoyed

C．guarded

D．changed

2.

A．led up to

B．looked up to

C．kept up with

D．signed up with

3.

A．treatment

B．technology

C．independence

D．inspiration

4.

A．flee

B．return

C．sweep

D．tend

5.

A．In turn

B．In surprise

C．In response

D．In addition

6.

A．measure

B．reputation

C．business

D．mission

7.

A．follow

B．expand

C．monitor

D．block

8.

A．insure

B．prove

C．report

D．predict

9.

A．bridge

B．barrier

C．castle

D．shelter

10.

A．protected

B．trusted

C．valued

D．doubted

11.

A．deserve

B．prefer

C．plan

D．fail

12.

A．gently

B．equally

C．seriously

D．honestly

13.

A．boring

B．rewarding

C．difficult

D．fancy

14.

A．association

B．accommodation

C．administration

D．adaptation

15.

A．available

B．ambitious

C．worthwhile

D．educational

5 . Psychological science is full of interesting topics, many of which tell a coherent picture of human nature, but some of which create seemingly contradictory stories. A case in point is the misunderstood overlap(交叠) between strength­based science and the research on narcissism (自恋).

There is now convincing evidence to show that narcissism is on the rise, especially in our youth. Some researchers say that about 25% of young people showing symptoms of narcissism.

We are correct to be concerned about this phenomenon, but our fear that all kids are potential narcissists has caused an unhelpful reaction against approaches that seek to make our children and teens feel good about themselves.

In my own research on strength­based parenting, it is common for people to wrongly think this approach to be the cause of narcissism. Their argument seems to be that a child who knows their strengths will automatically view themselves as better than everyone else. It is argued that the self­assurance that comes with identifying and using their positive qualities will make a child selfish and uncaring.

Why does this occur? It’s partly because more is known about narcissism than strengths. While strengths psychology has largely stayed within the limit of academic journals, research on narcissism has made its way into the mass media and our daily life.The New York Times noted that narcissism is a favored topic and that people everywhere are diagnosing others with it.

The fear that a strength­based approach will cause narcissism also occurs because of our binary (非此即彼的) thinking. We mistakenly believe that one cannot be both confident and humble. Without confidence in their strengths, Gandhi and Mother Teresa couldn’t have achieved so much, and yet modesty and selflessness are their qualities.

When we assume that strength­focus is the same as self­focus, we fail to make the idea clear that people who know their strengths are, actually, more likely to be pro­social and ready to help others.

It’s easy to conclude that every young person is at risk of becoming a narcissist but I’d like to stand up for the thousands of young kids I have worked with who are caring, thoughtful and humble—even when they use their strengths.

1. Which of the following opinions may the writer agree with?

A．To state all kids are potential narcissists is overstating the case.

B．Strength­based parenting results in narcissism.

C．It’s unhelpful for us to make our children feel good about themselves.

D．Children knowing their strengths tend to be more selfish and uncaring.

2. Why are teenagers’ strengths often thought of as narcissism?

A．Many people are diagnosed with narcissism by doctors.

B．There is a shortage of narcissism in our common sense.

C．Academic journals report more on narcissism.

D．The general public has fewer approaches to strengths psychology.

3. What’s the author’s attitude toward young kids’ strength­based approaches?

A．Tolerant.

B．Neutral.

C．Supportive.

D．Doubtful.

4. What is a suitable title for the text?

A．Teens’ Narcissism Diagnosis	B．Teens’ Misunderstood Confidence
C．Teens’ Strength­Based Approach	D．Teens’ Psychology Research

6 . Some penguins(企鹅)adapt their calls to become more similar to their partners over time，an ability that was previously known in only a few species, including humans.

Luigi Baciadonna at the University of Turin, Italy, and his coworkers recorded African penguins from three different colonies(群体)over three years, and also observed the behavioral patterns of one of the colonies to see which penguins were partners or friendly.

They then analyzed specific vocal(嗓音的)calls, which the penguins made when they were alone or trying to keep track of their friends.They compared four distinct vocal signatures such as the frequency of the calls. The signatures became more similar over time for penguins that were partners or in the same colony, and for penguins that heard more of each other’s calls.

This adaptation could make it easier for penguins to find their partners and friends in a colony. “Imagine that you are in a pub, you are with your friends and your environment is quite noisy,” says Baciadonna. “What you do is try to talk in a certain way so that your communication is more effective.”

The ability to adapt calls in response to the environment, known as vocal accommodation, is a key part of vocal learning, a more complex set of skills such as producing new sounds through learning. Identifying which species display vocal accommodation could provide clues to how vocal learning developed. Baciadonna and his team also propose that this accommodation could help with group harmony and social bonds between individual penguins.

The distance of penguins from humans on the evolutionary tree suggests that vocal accommodation could be common to many species, but a lot more data needs gathering first. “There could be a huge variety of different species that are able to adapt their calls slightly, but we don’t know that yet,” says Sara Torres Ortiz at the Max Planck Institute for Ornithology.

1. What does the underlined word “signatures” mean in paragraph 3?

A．Effects.	B．Characteristics.
C．Sources.	D．Adjustments.

2. What is the intention of the quotes from Baciadonna in paragraph 4?

A．To explain the reason why penguins adapt their calls.

B．To highlight the role communication plays in social life.

C．To prove humans’ ability to recognize each other's voices.

D．To stress the difference between human and animal sounds.

3. What remains to be explored according to Sara Torres Ortiz?

A．Whether penguins can promote group harmony.

B．Whether all species can adapt to the environment.

C．Whether more species display vocal accommodation.

D．Whether penguins and humans are similar in vocal learning.

4. What is the main idea of the text?

A．Vocal learning involves a complex set of skills.

B．Vocal accommodation helps build up social bonds.

C．Penguins produce similar sounds even in different colonies.

D．Penguins adapt their accents to sound more like their partners.

7 . The idea of climbing Mt.Qomolangma disgusted me. The mountain came to represent the opposite of everything that I loved and respected about climbing. What had once been the final mountain climbing goal became the focus of a commercial guiding industry. Over the years, the crowds at Base Camp grew, leaving behind tons of trash. Whenever I was asked whether I’d climb Mt.Qomolangma, my answer was always the same: not interested.

That was probably where my personal Mt. Qomolangma story would have ended, were it not for an old friend and his obsession (迷恋) with one of the greatest mysteries. In 1999, Thom Pollard began to explore and found the remains of George Mallory, the celebrated British climber who disappeared while he was attempting to be the first to climb Mt. Qomolangma. But Mallory’s partner, Sandy Irvine, and the camera he had likely carried, were not found. The mountain climbing world has been wondering whether they might have reached the top in 1924.

Pollard’s story moved me. I began to pack for the climb and expected that our advanced equipment would make it manageable, perhaps easy. I was wrong. On the highest point on the planet, I was more tired than I’d ever been in any climbing. Along the way, I continuously tipped_my_hat, not just to Mallory and Irvine but to anyone who has the drive to push himself or herself up this route. My search was in vain, but I began to reconsider Mt. Qomolangma.

I witnessed many climbers, who were much more than just self­centered tourists. We shared route information, weather forecasts, and family photos—all united around a common goal.

I went to Mt. Qomolangma to seek Irvine. But in the end, I found something more difficult to get: the spirit that Irvine and Mallory shared. It was hiding in plain sight, right where it has always been: inside the brave souls who risk so much to follow in storied adventurers’ footsteps up Mt. Qomolangma.

1. What is the main reason why the author hated climbing Mt. Qomolangma?

A．He changed his climbing goal.

B．Mt. Qomolangma was seriously polluted by trash.

C．Mt. Qomolangma became an industry to make money.

D．The mountain was too crowded with climbers.

2. Why did the author climb Mt. Qomolangma later?

A．Because he desired to challenge himself.

B．Because he got motivated by Thom Pollard.

C．Because his old friend persuaded him to climb again.

D．Because he wanted to follow the footsteps of Mallory and Irvine.

3. What does the underlined phrase “tipped my hat” in paragraph 3 mean?

A．Expressed my gratitude.

B．Proved my determination.

C．Relieved the tiredness.

D．Showed my respect.

4. What is the last paragraph mainly about?

A．Admiration for the climbers.

B．Concern about the risk.

C．Confidence in the journey.

D．Hope for Mt. Qomolangma’s future.

8 . Your first day anywhere can be tough. As a supply teacher, I had one such experience when I was _____ to work at a special education school.

When I received the call asking if I was available that day, a wave of _____ rushed over me. I’d never taught in a special school before, but I _____ pulled myself together and drove to the school. On the way there, I had _____ about everything I couldn’t do.

As I _____， I was greeted by the head who _____ me there was “nothing to worry about”， but I was feeling anything but! I was told I would teach Key Stage 1.

_____ by their parents, the children began to show up. I tried to _____ my anxious feelings, although a few drops of _____ were noticeable.

The whole class, a total of 8 with various special needs, arrived by 9：30. Contrary to my ______， as the day went on，my ______ levels went down. The children were expressive, unique and passionate, though there were times that left me slightly ______ by their screams.

As the day ended, I could ______ say it was one of the best experiences of my teaching career. I hope anyone will ______ working at a special school and allow the passion of the children there to ______ their love of teaching.

1.

A．force

B．required

C．allowed

D．guided

2.

A．panic

B．sadness

C．anger

D．sympathy

3.

A．hesitantly

B．regularly

C．eventually

D．desperately

4.

A．plans

B．thoughts

C．doubts

D．opinions

5.

A．broke up

B．sped up

C．picked up

D．pulled up

6.

A．assured

B．warned

C．reminded

D．informed

7.

A．Abandoned

B．Suspected

C．Accompanied

D．Raised

8.

A．maintain

B．hide

C．spread

D．enhance

9.

A．ink

B．rain

C．sweat

D．blood

10.

A．decisions

B．conclusions

C．suggestions

D．predictions

11.

A．stress

B．education

C．energy

D．confidence

12.

A．inspired

B．refreshed

C．shocked

D．satisfied

13.

A．regretfully

B．honestly

C．jokingly

D．patiently

14.

A．admit

B．recommend

C．tolerate

D．consider

15.

A．celebrate

B．earn

C．guarantee

D．awaken

9 . Have you ever suddenly developed an appetite from a passing glance at a freeway billboard featuring a brightly colored cheeseburger, or decided to step into a candy or ice cream store displaying a window full of lively shades and hues (色调) of sweet treats？If so, you are in good company. Unless we are medically restricted or strictly dieting, we are not likely to resist inviting fare simply because we recognize the lack of nutritional value.

Devina Wadhera and Elizabeth D. Capaldi­Phillips in A Review of Visual Cues Associated with Food on Food Acceptance and Consumption recognize the impact of sensory cues (信号) on food consumption and enjoyment, and the potential they have to promote healthy eating behavior. They cite previous research in providing some interesting examples of the visual impact of different color schemes (方案) on taste and food enjoyment. They note that pink food on a white plate was considered sweeter and more flavorful than the same food on a black plate. Apparently, we consume food with more of our senses than we realize.

So when we’re faced with so many appealing food choices and given the rainbow of colors around us, is there any way to control our appetite? Thankfully, some research says yes.

Oliver Genschow demonstrated that when it comes to eating less, colors impact consumption. They specifically researched the effect of the color red. They found that people ate fewer pretzels when using a red plate, as opposed to white or blue, and drank less from a red cup than a blue cup. They suggested that the color red reduces food and drink intake by functioning as a stop signal.

But when it comes to healthy eating, instead of putting on a pair of sunglasses to block the inviting hues of food cues, consider the value of discipline. Healthy eating involves intentional choices, not mindless responses to sensory cues. And before you invest in much red tableware to slim down, remember that what goes onto the plates is much more important.

1. What may be a major reason for us to refuse eye­catching food?

A．The shortage of nutrition.

B．The rich color of fine foods.

C．The doctor's instructions.

D．Advertisements everywhere.

2. What might be dealt with in A Review of Visual Cues Associated with Food on Food Acceptance and Consumption?

A．Benefits of different color schemes.

B．Interesting examples of food service.

C．The potential to promote food consumption.

D．Effects of sensory cues on eating behavior.

3. What does the author suggest people do in the last paragraph?

A．Follow the sensory response.

B．Make food choices sensibly.

C．Wear sunglasses to block colors.

D．Avoid colorful food intentionally.

4. What is the best title for the text?

A．How Can People Control Their Appetite?

B．How Are People Tricked by Color Schemes?

C．How Do Colors Impact Food's Appeal and Appetite?

D．How Do Bright Colors Make Food More Appealing?

10 . I started cooking when I was thirteen. Both of my parents worked, so I was usually _______ after school. One day, my parents forgot to _______ dinner before they went to work. As we were short of money, eating out was beyond _______. So I decided to be the _______ of the day.

A few moments later, I _______ to cook fried rice, the best option out of _______ resources, including my cooking knowledge. After _______ a pan on the stove and turning on the heat, it soon began to sizzle. I was so hungry that I _______ and threw everything into the pan all together. In went rice, pieces of meat and vegetables. Little did I know that the _______ of ingredients (原料) was crucial in cooking. I ________ waited for the meat to be thoroughly cooked, but other ingredients were ________. At first, I mistook it as steam from cooking, but I soon ________ something went horribly wrong when smoke ________ to fill the kitchen.

Later that day, my mother told me, “You cannot rush yourself when cooking.” Rather, I should take steps, turning to the basics, such as learning about the ingredients and ________ the recipe.

I’ve learned that the first ________ seems hard but we should just start and let the journey teach us.

1.

A．alone

B．energetic

C．anxious

D．excited

2.

A．enjoy

B．prepare

C．serve

D．take

3.

A．expectation

B．control

C．description

D．budget

4.

A．owner

B．ruler

C．chef

D．researcher

5.

A．agreed

B．decided

C．failed

D．switched

6.

A．various

B．delicious

C．pricey

D．limited

7.

A．placing

B．covering

C．washing

D．breaking

8.

A．quit

B．slept

C．rushed

D．collapsed

9.

A．standard

B．order

C．quality

D．amount

10.

A．proudly

B．unconsciously

C．fearfully

D．eagerly

11.

A．burning

B．exploding

C．disappearing

D．mixing

12.

A．insisted

B．declared

C．grasped

D．explained

13.

A．stopped

B．reduced

C．existed

D．emerged

14.

A．working on

B．fixing on

C．referring to

D．contributing to

15.

A．race

B．try

C．route

D．ride