1 . I had a wonderful Easter (复活节) when I was four years old. On Easter morning, there was a _________ to find Easter eggs.

“We will get an egg, right?” I asked my mom. “Yes, of course,” she replied, with a _________ smile.

The staff member in charge of the hunt _________ that when she yelled “Go”, the hunt would begin. “Get ready!” the staff member yelled. “We are starting in 3…2…1…GO!”

Kids rushed across the lawn (草坪), _________ from one tree to another searching for the plastic Easter eggs filled with candy. Ten minutes passed but I had nothing to _________. I looked across the lawn and saw the other kids _________ holding up their plastic eggs and knew my chance of finding even one egg was getting _________. Just then my mom pointed to a tree across the lawn. “Look! There’s one!”

A shiny blue plastic egg was resting on the ground _________ the base of the tree. I looked up at my mom in _________. However, instead of smiling back at me, she was turning to the left, in the __________ of another mom. The two moms were alternating (交互的) between __________ at each other and at what appeared to be the last Easter egg.

I hadn’t seen my mom run before that day. She had been born with __________ knees and when she was in elementary school she had worn special shoes to __________ a foot problem.

The other mom also ran toward the shiny blue egg. In one last __________ of speed, my mother reached the tree, bent down and __________ the egg. “Yay! I got an egg!” I shouted in excitement.

1.

A．competition

B．performance

C．presentation

D．discussion

2.

A．worrying

B．confident

C．forced

D．doubtful

3.

A．confirmed

B．proved

C．claimed

D．explained

4.

A．climbing

B．rolling

C．running

D．counting

5.

A．change

B．gain

C．lack

D．approach

6.

A．patiently

B．intentionally

C．cheerfully

D．seriously

7.

A．greater

B．worse

C．smarter

D．slimmer

8.

A．against

B．behind

C．above

D．across

9.

A．surprise

B．excitement

C．confusion

D．regret

10.

A．distance

B．charge

C．direction

D．company

11.

A．looking

B．laughing

C．throwing

D．whispering

12.

A．normal

B．hard

C．special

D．weak

13.

A．cause

B．correct

C．answer

D．describe

14.

A．burst

B．move

C．sense

D．limit

15.

A．sorted out

B．headed to

C．picked up

D．set aside

2 . Knoebels

Knoebels is often an award winner for its attractions, but the food is the real star to many. Knoebels prices everything as if the clock had stopped in 1982.You won’t believe the cost of many menu items and will feel charged too much at any theme park that you visit after this one. The park even employs the old-timey ticket system where you pay only for the rides that you want rather than a general admission price.

Kennywood

Kennywood began as a trolley(无轨电车)park, a place where guests were encouraged to visit trolley lines, even on the weekend when the services weren’t needed. These social gatherings involved picnics and various forms of entertainment. Several of the rides today are older than you and possibly even your grandparents.

Luna Park

Luna Park is the home of the Coney Island Cyclone, the greatest roller coaster(过山车)of the early 20th century. You can take a ride on the same roller coaster from the William Taft administration. While New Yorkers of a certain age know this place as Astroland, which operated from 1962 through 2008, the present name is fit for its heritage(遗产)and importance in theme park history.

Hersheypark

Hersheypark has a decided candy emphasis, but you’ll find more than just sweets here. Some of the attractions are very wonderful. Skyrush was one of the first winged coasters on the planet and is still the tallest and fastest ride at the park. In total, the park has 14 roller coasters,15 water rides, and a bunch of attractions that date back 50 years or more.

1. Which park is popular among tourists for its food price?

A．Knoebels.	B．Kennywood.
C．Luna Park.	D．Hersheypark.

2. What is special about Luna Park?

A．It has a former name.	B．It has the oldest history.
C．It is famous for its trolleys.	D．It has the most roller coasters.

3. Where is the text likely to be taken from?

A．An advertisement.	B．A research report.
C．A poster.	D．A travel guide.

3 . Run Away, Don’t Delay

One night, my son was watching his big screen TV alone, and I decided to join him. He was watching a show in which there were college students going to a get-together in Washington DC, and _______ the thousands who gathered there to celebrate something. When they got there, they started becoming _______ in drinking, and doing drugs. I didn’t want to watch it any more, so got up and went to bed. 

About 3:30 a.m., I awoke, and lay there thinking about the _______, and a poem began forming in my mind, which began as, “Whenever sin (something wrong) comes calling, or knocking at your door, run away, don’t delay, for sin is like a magnet, and it will pull you down. Run away, do not _______.” As I lay there, there was music which _______ it, and I knew that there was no way I would remember it by _______, so I got up and sat at the table, trying to put down both the words and the music which came to me at the time._______ the pattern was set, and I had the notes written down in my notebook, the_______of the poem came to me as well. 

When it got _______, I decided to sit down at the piano and began trying to play it. My family came into the sitting room and I told them about the song, and wanted to ________ it with them. They all liked it, and so several times that day, I sang it again, and played it again, trying to fix it in my ________. 

Later, I wanted to put the song on paper ________ just the little dots in my notebook indicating how high and how ________ to go. Not knowing how to do that, I ________ the song, and then sent it to my sister, Jennie, who had written many songs using her own poetry and music, and soon, here came the music and words all done up ________. I was so glad.

1.

A．joining

B．watching

C．reporting

D．encouraging

2.

A．satisfied

B．involved

C．excited

D．embarrassed

3.

A．tragedy

B．accident

C．mistake

D．program

4.

A．see

B．stay

C．care

D．take

5.

A．caught up with

B．got on well with

C．took part in

D．came along with

6.

A．now

B．heart

C．night

D．morning

7.

A．Since

B．Once

C．Before

D．Because

8.

A．style

B．other

C．rest

D．part

9.

A．light

B．sunny

C．well

D．perfect

10.

A．learn

B．check

C．share

D．write

11.

A．dream

B．heart

C．life

D．family

12.

A．but for

B．instead of

C．other than

D．as if

13.

A．big

B．far

C．low

D．sweet

14.

A．recorded

B．sang

C．played

D．printed

15.

A．kindly

B．carefully

C．friendly

D．nicely

4 . A Goodwill employee finds $42,000 in donated clothing and returns it to the owner.

The discovery came during a regular day on the job as Andrea Lessing, a goodwill employee, was performing her routine quality examination on closing items on the sales floor. As she pulled out two sweaters tied together from a donation box, she felt something heavy left. She first assumed the items were just books. When she pulled the sweaters apart, to her astonishment, she found lots of   envelopes filled with $100 bills. The cash was in $100 bills and totaled $ 42,000 dollars.

Andrea Lessing is used to discovering unique treasures in the varied collection of donated items her store receives daily. She always tries to be a good example to her daughter, so she immediately did the right thing and reported the cash finding. Luckily, the store's manager was then able to locate and return the money to the donator who had mistakenly placed the cash in the wrong box.

Andrea, mother of a six year old girl, admitted it was hard for her to do with that much money. Some might have thought that it was Andrea's lucky day, having a small fortune. However, the temptation to keep the cash by herself was just a passing thought. Andrea's honest nature inspired her to do the right thing.

Without hesitation, she handed the cash over to the store's manager so they could find the right owner. Andrea was not expecting a reward, but the owner of the money surprised her with a 1000 reward. Andrea was teary eyed and overcome with joy as her “good deed” flowed right back to her. She plans to spend part of the reward money on a memorable birthday party for her daughter.

1. What happened to Andrea Lessing?

A．She collected donated clothing as rubbish.	B．She lost some cash while working.
C．She found unique treasures in donated items.	D．She failed to be a good example to her daughter.

2. What do we know about Andrea?

A．She is an honest and strong willed mother.	B．She can't resist the great temptation of money.
C．she has already been promoted as the manager.	D．She refused the reward from the owner of the cash.

3. How did Andrea feel on receiving the reward?

A．Upset.

B．Excited.

C．Worried.

D．Proud.

5 . Dr Rabia Sa’id grew up in a polygamous (一夫多妻的) family, which is legal in parts of Nigeria; her father and two mothers had ten children _______ lost three of them.

Her father was a _______, so she attended an Army school, finishing at the _______ of her class.“If you are very _______ in my country, the government will direct you to study science, ” she explained.“I’ve always wanted to get higher education; never wanted to just stay back and be a wife and mother.”

But after high school, she put her _______ on hold.She had three young children and she had to wait. Ten years passed. “Within that time, all my classmates _______ university and were working, and I was just a housewife, and I wanted to be also in their _______, ”she recalled.

She admitted that she felt envious when she saw students who were not nearly as _______ as her in school graduated. When she _______ went back, she did well in the sciences.

Now she ________ as Deputy Dean of Student Affairs at Bayero University Kano and teaches in the Department of Physics. Her research has ________ electronics and space weather physics, and she applies it to local ________ needs, including waste recycling.

She is now ________ a government project to gather atmospheric data. She is now a mother of six children, two with disabilities. She is a role ________ for science education in her community, where girls’ education is ________ to be recognized.

1.

A．but

B．so

C．as

D．and

2.

A．soldier

B．teacher

C．doctor

D．singer

3.

A．end

B．top

C．bottom

D．beginning

4.

A．skilled

B．experienced

C．sharp

D．clever

5.

A．ideas

B．dreams

C．colleges

D．lives

6.

A．began

B．attended

C．chose

D．finished

7.

A．family

B．university

C．group

D．opinion

8.

A．successful

B．proud

C．excited

D．nervous

9.

A．easily

B．finally

C．nearly

D．quickly

10.

A．defines

B．trains

C．serves

D．functions

11.

A．covered

B．studied

C．explained

D．shown

12.

A．spiritual

B．material

C．mental

D．environmental

13.

A．keeping up

B．going over

C．taking over

D．working on

14.

A．standard

B．type

C．model

D．player

15.

A．struggling

B．happening

C．refusing

D．planning

6 . Beatrice De Lavalette developed a passion for horse-riding when she turned 3. However, in the spring of 2016, 17-year- old De Lavalette was waiting for a flight when she got hit by a bombing at Brussels airport. Along with serious burns, De Lavalette lost both legs below the knee. Yet she said if it weren’t for the event, she wouldn’t be the person to join in the Paralympic Games（残奥会） in Tokyo.

Getting back in the saddle（马鞍） was no easy work because of her injuries. However, five months after the bombing, thanks to her courage, determination-and further treatment and training---that’s exactly where she was. “I had no muscle, I was just skin and bones, so being back on the saddle with no sense of balance was really uncomfortable. But with time, I was able to build up the muscle and work on my balance,” she said.

Unsurprisingly, De Lavalette was depressed as she tried to come to make peace with her injuries. She got lots of help and encouragement from her family, friends and the doctors, but she still couldn’t pick herself up. She cried a lot in the hospital until an unexpected visitor, her beloved horse, DeeDee, turned things around for her. “DeeDee saved my life,” Beatrice said. Adjusting to her disabled body was, in many ways, like having to learn to ride all over again. And the Paralympics offered a perfect chance to show her hard-earned skills. “I can’t change what happened, but I can still achieve my dream. As I have said many times, I was in the wrong place at the wrong time. What else is there to say? There are no ‘What ifs’. I have a new life in front of me,” Beatrice said, “What’s important is that I’m alive and I feel that I will do something great with my life. ” We’d say that she already has.

1. What happened to Beatrice when she was 17?

A．She learned to ride.

B．She ran into an air crash.

C．She got injured in a bombing.

D．She participated in the Paralympics.

2. What played a key role in helping Beatrice back to riding?

A．Parents’ love.	B．Doctors’ care.	C．DeeDee’s company.
D．Friends’ encouragement.

3. What was Beatrice’s difficulty in training?

A．Lack of friendship.

B．Loss of balance.

C．Great physical pains.

D．Continuous depression.

4. What can we learn from Beatrice’s words in the last paragraph?

A．Time is a good heal.

B．Hard work pays off.

C．Attitude makes a difference.

D．Failure is the mother of success.

7 . The Nautilus expedition to the Cayman Islands

Hi! I’m Talita and this is my blog! Enjoy!

Day 1: August 15th

Wow! I can’t believe I’m actually here on Nautilus. I’m one of five very lucky students chosen to go on Nautilus’s four-day expedition (探险) to the Cayman Islands. We had a talk from the expedition leader Dr. Katy Croff Bell, about where we’re going and what we’ll be doing. Oh, and all the safety rules as well, of course!

Day 2: August 16th

What an amazing day! In the morning, we met Dr. Robert Ballard, who discovered the wreck (残骸) of the Titanic! After lunch, we had a tour around Nautilus. We looked at the labs, and we went up to the bridge — that’s where the captain of the ship works. I even got a chance to guide the ship! Later we learned about Hercules. This robot is sent deep into the sea to look for shipwrecks, to study the plants and animals, and to look at the rocks in an area.

Day 3: August 17th

This morning we appeared on the Nautilus Live website and talked to students around the world about our expedition. It was amazing — I feel like a real famous person now! The afternoon was NOT cool, however. There was a big storm, and we all felt very seasick!

Day 4: August 18th

This morning was beautiful, and the sea was peaceful. Perfect for a dive. Unfortunately, it was Hercules, not us, who got to go diving. In the afternoon, we arrived at Grand Cayman. Although I’m sad to leave the Nautilus team (especially Hercules), I’m excited to explore the islands and the waters!

1. How did Talita feel about taking part in Nautilus’s expedition to the Cayman Islands?

A．Surprised.

B．Excited.

C．Worried.

D．Doubtful.

2. What is the robot Hercules used for?

A．Giving diving shows.	B．Exploring the deep sea.
C．Helping with lab work.	D．Guiding tourists around the islands.

3. What did Talita do on Day 3?

A．She learned about the history of the Titanic.

B．She attended a speech from the expedition leader.

C．She shared her expedition with students worldwide.

D．She visited the place where the captain of Nautilus works.

8 . The Thai capital Bangkok isn't just a big city full of skyscrapers, shopping malls, and traffic. There are many beautiful spaces providing residents with fresh air and lots of healthy outdoor activities in landscaped areas.

Benjakitti Park

The park has dedicated 'bicycle and jogging tracks around the Lake Ratchada. The water's edge is nicely framed by some pretty plant life, with colourful flowers adding to the quietness. You'll also find skate tracks, a central pavilion with fountains, and an impressive half-circle courtyard that's popular for picnics.

Opening Time: Daily from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Benjasiri Park

Benjasiri Park is the place to be for sculpture lovers, with some of the best examples of Thai sculptures around the park reflecting historical features. The centrepiece fountain hosts multimedia water dance shows 3 times daily. The park offers outdoor sports facilities rarely found at other public parks in Bangkok, including a basketball court, roller skating/skateboarding rink, tennis court, and outdoor swimming pool.

Opening Time: Daily from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Chatuchak Park

Chatuchak Park offers something for everyone at this park. Some may walk or jog along the green tracks line, while others can appreciate nature in the Thai Literature and Herb Garden. The park's northern end has many tennis courts and soccer fields. While you're there, make sure not to miss the Train Museum and Youth Traffic Garden.

Opening Time: Daily from 4:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sanam Luang Park

Sanam Luang Park has been around since the founding of Bangkok in 1782. Take part in the kite flying festival in March in different shapes and sizes floating in the sky. On most days; you can enjoy a family picnic in the breezy late afternoon while watching an exciting game of volleyball.

Opening Time: Daily from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.

1. Which park opens earliest every day?

A．Benjakitti Park.	B．Benjasiri Park.
C．Chatuchak Park.	D．Sanam Luang Park.

2. What is special in Benjasiri Park compared with the other three parks?

A．Colorful flowers.	B．Traditional sculptures
C．Soccer fields.	D．Walking tracks.

3. What do Benjakitti Park and Sanam Luang Park both have?

A．A tennis court.	B．Some skate tracks.
C．A volleyball court.	D．Some picnic spots.

9 . Do you know _______ to do sports? You may think it’s a funny question. Does everyone know how to play sports in right ways? I don’t think so. Here is some advice. For sports, morning is a _______ time than evening. Doing _______ before you work or study will make you excited all day. If you do lots of sports before you go to _______, you will find it’s _______ to fall asleep (入睡). And also, don’t do sports after dinner at once. It’s bad for your_______. Do a warm-up before doing sports and don’t _______ with hard sports. The good sports for the young and the old are _______. For example, running _______ isn’t good for old people. Try to choose right time to ____________ right sports. It will make you healthy.

1.

A．why

B．what

C．where

D．how

2.

A．good

B．better

C．well

D．best

3.

A．homework

B．reading

C．sports

D．shopping

4.

A．school

B．bed

C．church

D．university

5.

A．easy

B．interesting

C．important

D．difficult

6.

A．life

B．study

C．health

D．work

7.

A．talk

B．play

C．work

D．start

8.

A．different

B．useful

C．same

D．good

9.

A．slowly

B．quickly

C．carefully

D．early

10.

A．do

B．take

C．use

D．work

10 . Wang Weijia, a 17-year-old boy comes from Ertaizi, a village in Faku county, Shenyang, in Northeast China's Liaoning province. While at junior middle school, he ________ the Pompe disease, which ________ damage to muscles and nerve cells throughout the body.

As a result, Wang often falls when ________. As his family could not afford ________ medical treatment, Wang's condition worsened and his body became ________ deformed (变形) as he grew older. To correct his bent ________, he wears a hard frame on his upper body every day.

________ all these difficulties, he refused to give in and never ________ his study. He got up at5:45 am and went to bed at 11:30 pm every day during his three years at high school. Even simple ________ such as sitting down pose a big challenge. Due to his ________, he often felt very tired after sitting for two classes, let alone seven or eight a day. But he hardly ever ________, and just went on studying.

Wang's ________ have paid off. He was recently admitted by Nankai University to major in computer studies. He said one reason behind his ________ of school is that the city of Tianjin, where the college is ________, has included Pompe disease in its medical insurance program. After the gaokao, the college entrance exam, Wang decided to do something to ________ the aid he has received from people, such as those who helped pay his medical bills.

1.

A．kept

B．got

C．stayed

D．improved

2.

A．results in

B．makes up

C．worked out

D．takes on

3.

A．speaking

B．climbing

C．playing

D．walking

4.

A．pure

B．expensive

C．unusual

D．normal

5.

A．strikingly

B．originally

C．severely

D．accidentally

6.

A．neck

B．arms

C．hands

D．back

7.

A．Beyond

B．Despite

C．Through

D．During

8.

A．wondered

B．wasted

C．stopped

D．changed

9.

A．actions

B．voices

C．dialogues

D．mistakes

10.

A．disability

B．recovery

C．experience

D．inspiration

11.

A．admitted

B．complained

C．explained

D．remembered

12.

A．strength

B．services

C．encouragement

D．efforts

13.

A．plan

B．attitude

C．choice

D．idea

14.

A．lied

B．located

C．cared

D．mentioned

15.

A．repay

B．support

C．offer

D．refuse