2 . Earth Hour is organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature. It's a big event usually at the end of March every year. On this evening, people “go dark”.     1    

It's true that turning off lights for just one hour saves only a small amount of power.    2    On one level, joining in Earth Hour makes people think about the problem of climate change and what we can do in everyday life to protect nature.

But on another level, a large number of people’s acting together sends a powerful message to governments and companies.     3     They begin considering green issues when big decisions.

The logo(标识) of Earth Hour is “60+” .The number 60 is for the 60 minutes of Earth Hour.     4     In fact, people who join in Earth Hour say that taking part makes them want to do more for the environment.

    5     Musicians give concerts by playing acoustic(原声的) instruments instead of electric ones, and using candles instead of electric lights. Celebrity chefs have created special recipes for families to prepare and eat by candlelight. Tree-planting sessions, group walks and runs are also among the options.

A．But this is only the beginning.

B．Earth Hour represents every hour of every day.

C．After all, everyone has to answer for what they have done.

D．Besides turning off the lights, people get involved in other events.

E．It pushes them to take urgent measures by making changes to policies.

F．That is, they switch off all unnecessary lights at the same time for one hour.

G．The plus invites people to continue their action even after Earth Hour is finished.

4 . LegalShield is the alternative way of working with a lawyer/law firm. We have been offering prepaid legal plans to consumers for over 47 years. One low monthly price with no long-term commitments provides legal coverage for you and your entire family.

The truth is that most lawyers charge hundreds per hour for their services. It takes time and effort to find the right one, and when you do, they’re always busy, hard to access and charging for every second of your time (even on email). You can stop watching the clock and start speaking to a lawyer with a prepaid legal plan from LegalShield for only $24.95 per month.

With a LegalShield protection plan, you only have to pay a small monthly fee in exchange for round-the-clock legal protection. When you have a legal issue, need help with a contract, or just want advice, our lawyers are just a call or click away.

Step 1: Enroll & Download

Enroll in your LegalShield plan. Once a member, you’ll be instantly matched with a premier local law firm that meets your unique legal needs. Then, download our app, and access all our legal resources anytime, right from your phone.

Step 2: Use the App for All Your Legal Needs

Open up the App anytime a legal need or question arises. Whether it’s an emergency or just a proactive plan for the future, the App is your place to address it.

●Download free legal forms and contracts

●Ask a legal question

●Complete your will or estate plan

●Access prenuptial agreements, divorce papers and more

●Upload a speeding ticket

●Contact your law firm

You can also view your exclusive member perks and discounts on the App, so be sure to check this area regularly.

Step 3: Get Legal Help When You Need It

If you ever need emergency help, your App can connect you with legal assistance anytime, day or night. With the App, you always have legal counsel ready and waiting — right in your back pocket.

1. What do we know about LegalShield?

A．It serves people over 47 years old.

B．It offers 24-hour legal protection.

C．It protects you from having trouble.

D．It provides better post-paid service.

2. What’s the advantage of LegalShield compared to most lawyers?

A．It’s more money-saving and convenient.

B．It’s more professional and time efficient.

C．It’s more accessible in all conditions.

D．It can answer more questions over the phone.

3. Being a member of LegalShield, by checking their App often, you may      .

A．get extra service for free

B．pay for their service by hour

C．pay less than $24.95 per month for service

D．get the help from the best lawyers nationwide

6 . 阅读下面材料，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。

Huawei Technologies Co.Ltd. is a Chinese multinational networking and telecommunications equipment and services company with the headquarters     1     (set) up in Shenzhen, Guangdong. It is the     2     (large) telecommunications equipment maker in the world. Huawei     3     (found) in 1987 by Ren Zhenfei, a former engineer in the People’s Liberation Army. At the time of its establishment, Huawei focused     4     mass-producing phone switches, but has since expanded its business to include building telecommunications networks; providing operational and consulting services and equipment to enterprises inside and outside of China; and mass-producing communications devices for the consumer market. Huawei has over 140,000 employees; around 46% of     5     are taking part in research and development. So far, it     6     (establish) more than 21 Research and Development institutes in countries including China, the United States, Canada, UK and so on.

Huawei Technologies Co said that it recorded 159.6 billion yuan, 36.3 billion yuan, and 255.8 billion yuan in revenue (收益),     7     (respective). Its net profit margin stood at 9.2% in the first half of 2020,    8     (mark) a 13.1% increase year — on — year, despite US government restrictions and the challenges created by COVID-19. As     9     (country) around the globe are trying hard to solve the COVID-19 pandemic, information and communications technologies have become not only a crucial tool for combating the virus, but also     10     engine for economic recovery.

7 . 假定你是李华，你的美国好友John来信说他下个月将作为交换生来你校学习。他想了解一下你校的社团情况，并计划加入其中一个，请给他回复邮件，内容包括：
1. 表示欢迎；
2. 介绍社团并推荐；
3. 你的愿望。
注意：
1. 词数80左右；
2. 开头语和结束语已为你写好。
Dear John,
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Yours,

Li Hua

9 . New York City is a place full of surprises for many first—time visitors. Americans and foreigners alike experience a kind of culture shock when they first arrive. It is one of the most respected centers of higher education in the United States. Many young people like to live and work in America’s largest city. But if you do not know where to start, it helps to belong to a community.

The city has a place where students have a chance to meet and find their place in the world. It is a private, non—profit center called International House, which serves students from more than 100 countries.

Adjibola Amzat, who is from Nigeria, lives there. “Without the International House, New York would have been a very, very lonely place for many people,” he says. Amzat worked as a news reporter. He left his job to study at Columbia University. He registered for a graduate degree program in journalism. Amzat likes International House. He thinks it has helped to improve his experience at Columbia University.

International House welcomes graduate students from many universities. They have a chance to attend many cultural celebrations throughout the year. The students say their interaction with each other has led to new friendships and personal growth.

Akmyrat Tuyliyev is from Turkmenistan. He says he finds people from so many areas at International House. This, he says, makes him want to work to change the world. “I’d never seen a black person until I came to the United States. So seeing students from Russia, students from China, and all of these other countries, coming here to unite, is really inspiring.”

Many of the 700 people who live at International House say they want to continue the relationships they have begun when they return home.

1. What is Adjibola Amzat’s attitude towards International House?

A．Regretful.

B．Careful.

C．Doubtful.

D．Thankful.

2. What do we know about the students living at International House?

A．They get along well with each other.

B．They celebrate each other’s holiday.

C．They learn each other’s language.

D．They are from senior high schools.

3. How does this experience affect Akmyrat Tuyliyev?

A．It makes him want to know about the world.

B．It encourages him to make a difference to the world.

C．It changes his opinion about the black people.

D．It makes him study much harder than before.

4. Which of the following can be the best title?

A．Attractive New York	B．International Students
C．A Helpful Community	D．New Friendships

10 . Four days of fun, sun and celebrities, as well as networking, career workshops and mentoring (指导), were in store for two Long Island teens chosen to take part in the 12th annual Disney Dreamers Academy (DDA) at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. Chosen from thousands of applicants, Tianna Gonzales of Lake Grove and Kaiya Simmons of Miller Place were part of a group of 100 young people who marched in the Magic Kingdom parade and made conversation with Academy Award-winning costume designer Ruth Carter and actor Miles Brown.

Born in Charleston, South Carolina, Kaiya Simmons, 14, moved to Miller Place at the age of 3. A ninth grader at Miss Porter School in Farmington, Connecticut, Kaiya says she enjoys acting, art and science and is currently studying environmental science. “It is fun learning about the environment and different ways to help protect it,” Kaiya says, adding, “I am also learning different techniques to improve my acting on stage and in film.” After high school, Kaiya hopes to attend Yale University and undertake a career as a doctor.

Tianna Gonzales, a 10th grader at Sachem North High School, is interested in psychology and music and plays saxophone (an instrument) for the school’s marching band, orchestra and band. Other school activities include track, Model United Nations, foreign language and art club honor societies. “Once I graduate, I plan to undertake a career in the film world, hopefully attending New York University or New York Film Academy,” she says. “Through storytelling, we can shape this century to be an even stronger attraction for societal change.”

The Disney Dreamers Academy is aimed at helping to inspire young people during a critical time of their development, “Our goal is to help them see the unlimited possibilities and to inspire them to achieve their full purpose—to become the heroes of their own stories,” says Tracey D. Powell, vice president of Walt Disney World Resort.

1. What can we know about the two Long Island teens?

A．They experienced four days of fun in a store.

B．They communicated closely with two celebrities.

C．They took part in a costume design competition.

D．They’re recognized as celebrities by the 12th annual DDA.

2. What is Kaiya’s dream after graduating?

A．To become a movie actress.	B．To study environmental science further.
C．To take up a profession as a doctor.	D．To return to her hometown Miller Place.

3. What can best describe Tianna?

A．Creative and serious.	B．Ambitious and responsible.
C．Straightforward but friendly.	D．Determined but conservative.

4. What is the purpose of the last paragraph?

A．To introduce the aim of the DDA.

B．To summarize the previous paragraphs.

C．To encourage more teens to take part in the DDA.

D．To provide information about the participants of the DDA.