1 . 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

“David, it’s time for breakfast,” Mrs. Motangi called. “There’s a birthday present for you to open.”

David ran into the kitchen and saw a shiny new soccer ball on the table. He smiled and started jumping up and down with excitement. “Can I take the ball to school with me, please?” asked David. “Of course,” Mrs. Motangi said. “But you need to be careful with your first real soccer ball.”

At school, David immediately put his soccer ball under his desk. During the morning lessons, he kept quietly tapping the ball with his foot to make sure it was still there. Finally, it was break time. David seized the ball and quickly ran outside. He kicked the ball skillfully across the field to a group of students.

Soccer was David’s favorite sport. Since he had arrived in England and started school two months ago, he had played soccer every day during the break. Break was always his favorite time because he didn’t have to speak English, a language that was still fairly new to him. When he played soccer, he would forget that he felt like an outsider at this new school

“Look!” called David. “I got a new soccer ball. We can use it for our game today.” The other students exchanged glances and just stared at David. These were the most words David had ever spoken to them.

“We don’t need your ball,” said a tall boy, Jacob. “We already have one.” Jacob liked playing soccer but poorly. Jacob kicked David’s ball with all his strength. The ball soared over the school’s high fence, bounced once, and rolled to the back of a nearby house. “What a good kick!” screamed the other kids, jumping up and down and slapping Jacob on the back. David watched in horror as his cherished football went out of sight, tears coming to his eyes. What would his mother say?

注意：1.续写词数应为150左右；2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1: He was going outside when his teacher, Mr. Bleachers, came with the ball.
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Paragraph 2: With the help of David, they got prepared for the soccer match between classes.
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2 . Young Writers Awards

About the Contest

Bennington College has a unique literary tradition. We’ve had twelve Pulitzer Prize winners, three US poet laureates, four MacArthur Geniuses, and two of Time magazine’s 100 most influential people. In celebration of this, Bennington launched the Young Writers Awards to promote excellence in writing at the high school level. Students are invited to enter with the following work:

•Poetry: A group of three poems

•Fiction: A short story (1,500 words or fewer) or one-act play

•Nonfiction: A personal or academic essay (1,500 words or fewer)

A first-, second-, and third-place winner is selected in each category. We welcome participation of both US and international students.

Awards & Rules

First-place winners in each category are awarded a prize of $1,000; second-place winners receive $500; third-place winners receive $250.

•No charge for entrance. Fees for accidents caused by participants are required.

•All entries must be original work reviewed, approved and guided by a teacher. We will use your teacher as a contact for the competition should we have any questions. For homeschooled students, please contact one to assist in your writing even if you have experience in such competitions.

Young Writers Awards finalists and winners are also qualified for undergraduate scholarships at Bennington. Young Writers Awards finalists who apply and gain admission to Bennington will receive a $10,000 scholarship every year for four years, for a total of $40,000. Young Writers Awards winners reaching the standard will receive $15,000 every year, for a total of $60,000.

1. What can be learned about the Young Writers Awards?

A．It rewards three winners at last.

B．It’s a tradition of Bennington College.

C．It accepts participants worldwide.

D．It offers scholarships to undergraduates.

2. What are the participants asked to do?

A．Hand in a personal essay.	B．Have related writing experience.
C．Pay an entry fee on time.	D．Find a teacher to help with the entry.

3. How much will the second-place winner to be admitted into Bennington gain in total?

A．$10,500.	B．$15,500.
C．$40,500.	D．$60,500.

3 . There are some great winter sports that are just waiting to be explored. Some or more extreme than others, but still definitely worth a try...

Ice Skating

Invented more than 4000 years ago by the Finnish, it remains loved by so many all over the world. People of all ages can take advantage of this fun sport, as it is a great way to be outdoors and get a bit of exercise. Experts say that the more you practice, the belter your balance, co-coordination, and flexibility will become. So put on a pair of skates and get moving on the rink.

Snowcross

Snowcross is a sport suitable for people who are a bit more adventurous. Over the last several years, snowcross has increased in popularity and is one of the most sought-after forms of snowmobile races and a really trendy winter sport. Snowcross is popular in the USA, Canada, Sweden, and Finland. Sound fun? Why not give it a try?

Ice Hockey

Ice hockey is not just one of the most popular winter Olympic sports but has also recently become a common international sport. Ice hockey is fast passed and full of energy that also involved numerous intricate (复杂精细的) tricks and movements. It doesn’t only have a competitive side, it also is super fun!

Snowboarding

Snowboarding is another really fun snow sport that is definitely worth trying this winter. It’s not the same as skiing, the main difference between snowboarding and skiing is that snowboarding does not use poles and most people use softer boots for flexibility. Snowboarding has only recently been added to the winter Olympics. There are hundreds of different resorts around the world that allow you to experience this popular sport.

1. What can we know about Snowcross?

A．It needs more practice.	B．It suits those willing to take risks.
C．It covers numbers of tricks and movements.	D．It is popular only in Europe.

2. Of the following sports, which is new in the winter Olympics?

A．Ice Skating.

B．Snowcross.

C．Ice Hockey.

D．Snowboarding.

3. What do the listed sports have in common?

A．They have a long history.	B．They appeal to people of all ages.
C．They are full of fun.	D．They are more extreme than any other sport.

4 . I crossed my arms as I waited for my volleyball coach to finish talking to the officials. There was a(n) _________ with the score. But did it really matter？The Lions were ahead of us, 24-14，and the game would end at 25.

The Lions’ number 8 must have thought the _________ thing, as she covered her mouth and _________. At this, I waved to the five teammates on the floor. “Listen,” I said in a very _________ voice once we’d made a circle. “The Lions think this game is over. But we’ll make the Lions know getting that last point is never _________ work. From here on, nothing drops.”

We got ready immediately at the _________. As I returned to my _________, I checked the scoreboard, which now read 24-15.We couldn’t win this game, but we could _________ that number 8 from yawning again.

24-20, we were still _________. Kait served for the sixth time. The Lions hit and the ball __________ over our fingertips. At this moment Zoe dove and somehow managed to keep the ball off the floor. It’s my __________! I pushed the ball away with my closed fist. It floated up and was over the net to number 8.She hit the ball hard and it hit the floor on our side. Game over. The Lions __________ number 8, shouting with excitement.

I watched their __________ from the floor. Did I make the right call in the first place？I wondered. Should we have saved our __________ for the third and final game of the match?

But then Zoe __________ her hand to pull me to my feet. “Maybe this game is over, but the match isn’t. Nothing drops!”

1.

A．surprise

B．arrangement

C．problem

D．settlement

2.

A．unexpected

B．difficult

C．other

D．same

3.

A．breathed

B．yawned

C．coughed

D．laughed

4.

A．uncertain

B．polite

C．firm

D．soft

5.

A．perfect

B．rewarding

C．promising

D．light

6.

A．whistle

B．scene

C．warning

D．gesture

7.

A．match

B．spot

C．room

D．stage

8.

A．excuse

B．save

C．spare

D．keep

9.

A．alive

B．hesitant

C．lost

D．angry

10.

A．flew

B．struggled

C．climbed

D．marched

11.

A．fault

B．turn

C．challenge

D．dream

12.

A．found

B．praised

C．watched

D．surrounded

13.

A．interview

B．relationship

C．celebration

D．separation

14.

A．time

B．enthusiasm

C．wisdom

D．energy

15.

A．held out

B．put out

C．gave out

D．set out

5 . We’ve all heard the saying“Life slows down the older you get,” but that's certainly not true for Joan MacDonald.

The 75-year-old fitness influencer has accumulated an incredible following on social media, in part because she's chosen to actively reject the idea that aging robs you of your energy, focus and drive. In fact, MacDonald looks at movement as a “gift, ” and whether you're hitting the gym five days a week, or just beginning your fitness journey 一 it's never too late to take advantage of what your body was meant to do. Get moving.

“Just start with what you can, ” MacDonald tells Guideposts, org when asked what her best piece of advice would be for seniors looking to get active again.“If you can only walk three blocks, start there. Over time aim to add another block.”

And just because you' re starting small, it doesn’t' t mean that a short bike ride or quick stretch session isn't having an impact. The recommended amount of cardio （有氧运动）each day for most adults is 30 minutes, although even short bursts of movement can have a huge impact on decreasing the risk of being overweight, heart problems and other conditions.

The key is consistency. MacDonald knows that the road to healthy isn't easy and sometimes, the struggle can seem impossible to overcome. She had to battle against years of bad habits and recondition her body to push against her imagined limits. She tries to keep her social media channels focused on the positive aspects of working out and eating better, always encouraging and uplifting her followers, and never judging their difficulties 一 or her own. It's that attitude that she says is key to staying active.

“Focus on what is going right and well,” MacDonald says. “For me, I started my whole transformation because I wanted to feel better. I wanted energy to live my life! Now having my health, strength, and endurance is what keeps me committed.”

1. What may contribute to MacDonald , shaving numerous followers on social media?

A．Her attitude.

B．Her impact.

C．Her strength.

D．Her journey.

2. What does MacDonald suggest to the seniors?

A．They take advantage of what they want.

B．They start working out with what they can.

C．They get moving by doing what they need.

D．They perform short movement as they like.

3. What difficulties does MacDonald overcome in her fitness journey?

A．Inspiring the followers and evaluating their troubles.

B．Holding positive attitudes and keeping a balanced diet.

C．Managing the social media channels and gaining views.

D．Breaking bad habits and challenging herself to the limit.

4. What lesson can we learn from Joan MacDonald?

A．Prevention is better than cure.

B．A light heart lives long.

C．The nature of life lies in sports.

D．Content is better than riches.

6 . Columbia high school girls’ soccer team had lost every game in the season until a new ______stepped in two years ago.

Stuart Henley, a former soccer player and now a truck driver, ______the team and started training hard in February 2020. He ______the progress of the girls to team-building activities to help them bond on and off the field. He focused on the basics of football like passing, ______, and movement to try and bring the girls up to a good standard. His ______: coaches could give them guidelines, but girls ______what they felt they needed to work on.

Obviously, the girls were onto something big in the new season. They ______the skills they had learned and teamwork into their ______, which led them to an ______run of eight games, until they were sadly beaten 3-2 by Wyrley Pumas Team. Although this means they have been _____ the league title, the team have still exceeded (超出) expectation by earning the ______to the county’s top division.

“Whatever brings you down will ______make you stronger, especially for girls.” Captain Chelsea said, “Stuart has really ______our girls the philosophy of playing soccer. We’re going into next season full of confidence and ready to compete against tougher ______, but for now we’re still very much enjoying our ______.”

1.

A．player

B．driver

C．colleague

D．coach

2.

A．recognized

B．rewarded

C．reorganized

D．founded

3.

A．applied

B．preferred

C．credited

D．adjusted

4.

A．shooting

B．cheering

C．walking

D．observing

5.

A．principle

B．dream

C．plan

D．virtue

6.

A．found

B．decided

C．watched

D．liked

7.

A．turned

B．divided

C．integrated

D．translated

8.

A．styles

B．training

C．rules

D．game

9.

A．embarrassing

B．unlucky

C．intense

D．unbeaten

10.

A．awarded

B．denied

C．saved

D．limited

11.

A．promotion

B．approach

C．solution

D．contribution

12.

A．hopefully

B．officially

C．fortunately

D．eventually

13.

A．brought

B．taught

C．left

D．reserved

14.

A．participants

B．winners

C．opponents

D．partners

15.

A．harmony

B．victory

C．company

D．dignity

7 . 假定你是李华,学校网站的英语专栏正在开展“我的运动故事”主题征文活动。你打算投稿,请根据下面的提示写一篇短文。标题已给出。
1. 过去生活方式不健康,易生病,影响学习和生活;
2. 发生改变的原因及改变;
3. 现在的运动习惯和产生的积极结果。
注意: 1. 词数100左右;
2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。

My sports story

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8 . It's time for people to pick up their boom boxes and dust off their sneakers. Breaking, or competitive break dancing, is going for the gold.

On Dec 7, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced that breaking would be an Olympic sport at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics. It will be the latest modern sport to be added to the Games. IOC President Thomas Bach said that the new addition of breaking could help the Olympics event be “more youthful”. “We had a clear priority, and this was to introduce sports particularly popular among the younger generation,” Bach said. “And also to take into consideration the urbanization of sport.”

Breaking was originally part of early hip-hop culture in New York in the 1970s. In the decades since, it has spread globally, enjoying huge popularity beyond the US and particularly across Europe and Asia. Though breaking is often categorized as a style of street dance, it more easily lends itself to the field of sports than other styles for the competitive nature.

“Back in the Bronx in New York, when it first started, it was always neighborhoods of kids just battling each other,” 26-year-old break-dancer Victor Montalvo told USA Today. “That's how they did it back in the day.”

“Breaking competitions typically consist of one-on-one battles in which one competitor challenges his or her rival with different moves and the other responds. It's a sport/art just as physically demanding as high-intensity dancing and acrobatics”, Montalvo added.

But as an art, breaking also features coordination and creativity. Some combinations of moves can be practiced, but much of a round is improvised. Combining vitality and creativity, breaking is accepted by young dancers across the world who are motivated by the prospect of representing their countries at the world’s biggest sporting event.

1. What does the underlined words “the gold” in Paragraph 1 refer to?

A．The coins made of gold.	B．The gold medal.
C．Great wealth.	D．The deep yellow color.

2. Why can breaking help the Olympics be more youthful?

A．It has a short history.	B．It reflects the urbanization of sport.
C．It is a new addition to the Olympics.	D．It is popular with the younger generation.

3. What might be the most challenging for breakers according to the author?

A．Creativity.	B．High intensity.
C．Physical coordination.	D．Dancing techniques.

4. What's the purpose of the text?

A．To stress the importance of breaking.	B．To introduce a new Olympic event- breaking.
C．To throw light on the rules of breaking.	D．To make a brief historical overview of breaking.