1 . You probably know who Marie Curie was, but you may not have heard of Rachel Carson. Of the outstanding ladies listed below, who do you think was the most important woman of the past 100 years?

Jane Addams (1860-1935)

Anyone who has ever been helped by a social worker has Jane Addams to thank. Addams helped the poor and worked for peace. She encouraged a sense of community (社区) by creating shelters and promoting education and services for people in need. In 1931, Addams became the first American woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize.

Rachel Carson (1907-1964)

If it weren’t for Rachel Carson, the environmental movement might not exist today. Her popular 1962 book Silent Spring raised awareness of the dangers of pollution and the harmful effects of chemicals on humans and on the world’s lakes and oceans.

Sandra Day O’Connor (1930-present)

When Sandra Day O’Connor finished third in her class at Stanford Law School, in 1952, she could not find work at a law firm because she was a woman. She became an Arizona state senator (参议员) and, in 1981, the first woman to join the Supreme Court of the United States. O’Connor gave the deciding vote in many important cases during her 25 years on the top court.

Rosa Parks (1913-2005)

On December 1, 1955, in Montgomery, Alabama, Rosa Parks would not give up her seat on a bus to a passenger. Her simple act landed Parks in prison. But it also set off the Montgomery bus boycott (抵制). It lasted for more than a year, and kicked off the civil rights movement. “The only tired I was, was tired of giving in,” said Parks.

1. What is Jane Addams noted for in history?

A．Her social work.	B．Her teaching skills.
C．Her efforts to win a prize.	D．Her community background.

2. What was the reason for O’Connor’s being rejected by the law firm?

A．Her lack of proper training in law.

B．Her little work experience in court.

C．The discrimination against women.

D．The poor financial conditions.

3. What can we infer about the women mentioned in the text?

A．They are highly educated.	B．They are truly creative.
C．They are pioneers.	D．They are peace-lovers.

2 . Around 50 Mars missions have been launched globally so far since 1960. Yet more than half of them have _________ to reach the planet some 55 million kilometers away from the Earth. So after China’s Mars probe, Tianwen 1, was _________ on July 23 last year, there was an _________ wait for its progress. 

The craft landed_________ on the surface of the planet on Saturday. The news has been met with both _________ and celebration in the country. The landing was _________ exactly as planned, which has made China the latest member of the club of the world’s pioneering _________, and shows that China has _________the technologies independently. 

It is the can-do spirit that has played a key role in China’s scientific and technological development in recent decades_________some failures in exploring outer space. 

China made its early__________in rocket and space technologies starting from the 1960s when the country __________largely a backward agricultural country. __________, the country has made the most of what it had over the past more than six decades, making efforts to move ahead in the aerospace cause. 

Late last month, China sent Tianhe into space,__________a series of launches that will complete the building of the space station around 2022. 

All these achievements have__________greatly to the peaceful use of outer space. During its Mars mission, China has worked with European __________and other countries and will help push humankind to travel faster and farther in the future.

1.

A．begun

B．failed

C．attempted

D．succeeded

2.

A．transported

B．discovered

C．launched

D．settled

3.

A．anxious

B．aware

C．awkward

D．amazing

4.

A．suddenly

B．safely

C．calmly

D．obviously

5.

A．protest

B．regret

C．pity

D．relief

6.

A．carried away

B．carried off

C．carried out

D．carried on

7.

A．explorers

B．applicants

C．officials

D．editors

8.

A．borrowed

B．selected

C．developed

D．removed

9.

A．without

B．beyond

C．except

D．despite

10.

A．promises

B．impacts

C．inventions

D．breakthroughs

11.

A．became

B．remained

C．ended

D．started

12.

A．Thus

B．Therefore

C．Furthermore

D．However

13.

A．getting off

B．cutting off

C．starting off

D．putting off

14.

A．appealed

B．contributed

C．responded

D．belonged

15.

A．neighbours

B．friends

C．partners

D．classmates

3 . Booking a vacation has never been more convenient, for VME has everything you need to book an unforgettable getaway. If you aren’t sure where to go, check out our most popular destinations:

● Nashville

Nashville is the capital of the state as well as the capital of country music. There are many amazing activities to enjoy in Nashville. For country music lovers, there truly is nothing better than watching a show at the legendary Grand Ole Opry.

● Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg

Home to the Great Smoky Mountains, the Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg area of Tennessee is a must-see. This beautiful region is filled with natural wonders and amazing dinner shows such as Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Show, Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show, and the Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster.

● Myrtle Beach

If coastal views and oceanic adventures are just what you want, then Myrtle Beach is the place for you! This city is known for its great beaches and adventures that offer up unique opportunities to create the most unforgettable memories.

● San Antonio

Home to rich Texan and American history, San Antonio is a great place to visit for a combination of history and modern attractions.

Whether you want to get in some thrills at SeaWorld or see the shops, restaurants and entertainment of the Riverwalk, your trip to San Antonio will be a blast (狂欢).

1. What will one enjoy in Nashville?

A．Amazing dinner shows.	B．Modern attractions.
C．Great beaches and adventures.	D．Country music shows.

2. Which destination will attract people who enjoy history?

A．Nashville.	B．Myrtle Beach.
C．San Antonio.	D．Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg.

3. Where is this text probably taken from?

A．An encyclopedia.	B．A travel brochure.
C．A newspaper.	D．A research paper.