2 . 假设你是育才中学学生李华。你的美国网友David从你发给他的图片获悉你参加了校红十字急救社团，他想获取更多的信息。请给他回一封电子邮件，内容包括：
1.简单介绍社团情况；
2.社团开展了哪些活动；
3.你的感受和收获。
注意：1.词数80左右，可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
2.参考词汇：心肺复苏训练CPR training；红十字急救社团Red Cross First Aid Club。
Dear David,

How is everything going?

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Yours,

Li Hua

4 . Public libraries are an excellent resource for research, literacy (读写能力) education, and reading-centered events. Most towns have one or share library services with other towns through a mobile library, and the use of a public library is free to people who are willing to apply for a library card.

There are several primary sources of library funding, starting with national funds which are distributed to states or provinces. These regions send the funds on to public libraries. Local governments also play an important role in providing funding for libraries, and most librarians apply for grants (拨款). Finally, private donations help to maintain libraries — most libraries have an association of Friends of the Library which organizes fund-raising sales and pays annual dues to help maintain the library.

Grants and private donations can also be used to provide a large amount of funding for public libraries, and some large libraries maintain a separate staff member to increase the amount of funding that they can obtain through these sources. Grants include technology grants which allow libraries to install and upgrade computer systems, grants which focus on a particular topic such as science, fiction, children’s books, or local history, and education grants which support locally-based community efforts such as after-school reading programs. Many private donors are pleased to support their local public libraries by donating funds or including some library in their wills, and libraries reward their donors with treats like after-hours visits or privileged access to special collections.

By combining multiple resources, creative librarians can keep their libraries useful, informative, and fun for browsers. When it comes to supporting public libraries, every little bit counts: if you cannot afford to donate to a local library, think about volunteering time to help shelve books, lead after-school programs, or organize fund-raisers. Being active with your public library is a very important way to contribute to your local community.

1. How many main sources of library funding are mentioned?

A．Two.

B．Three.

C．Four.

D．Five.

2. How is the funding made use of according to the text?

A．By exploring more about history.

B．By developing a scientific computer system.

C．By providing help for after-school activities.

D．By enriching special collections for the donors.

3. What does the underlined word “browsers” refer to in the last paragraph?

A．Viewers in the library.

B．Programs used to view documents.

C．People running the library.

D．Donors visiting the library regularly.

4. What is the text mainly about?

A．Stressing the value of public libraries.

B．Appealing for donation to local libraries.

C．Introducing sources of public library funding.

D．Showing the procedure of funding libraries.

5 . 阅读下面短文，并按照题目要求用英语回答问题。

Confucius Institute is a non-profit public institute which aims at promoting Chinese language and culture and supporting local Chinese teaching internationally through affiliated Confucius Institutes. Its headquarters is in Beijing and is under the Office of Chinese Language Council International or Hanban in Chinese.

Over the past three decades, Chinese economy is booming. The world is watching China and many foreigners have realized the importance of seeking cooperation, so they want to do business with Chinese people and learning our language works better, Confucius institute provides the place to learn mandarin.

As the world is crazy about Chinese, more and more foreigners have interest in our language and culture. With the purpose of promoting our language and culture, Confucius institute program was set up in Korea in 2004, now the Confucius institute is all around the world. The foreigners practise Chinese so hard. They learn how to pronounce and write, even use the chopsticks.

The Confucius institute program works well. There is a biggest competition for the foreigner to show their Chinese. When we watch the show, we will realize they can speak Chinese so well and admire them so much, because it is so hard to learn. Some foreigners not only speak mandarin well, but also know much about Chinese culture.

The Confucius institute program works to promote Chinese language and culture and the achievement is great. Today, the world is learning Chinese.

1. What is the aim of Confucius Institute? (no more than 15 words)
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2. Why are many foreigners watching China and want to seek cooperation? (no more than 1o words)
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3. What do more and more foreigners have interest in? (no more than 5 words)
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4. What does the underlined word “admire” in Paragraph 4 mean? (1 word)
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5. What do you think the future of Confucius Institute? (no more than 20 words)
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6 . Bamboo, the fast-growing grass plant common to Africa, Asia and Latin America, has been used for thousands of years to build houses, bridges, and scaffolding(脚手架).    1    .Yet, despite its excellent mechanical characteristics--bamboo is flexible, durable and has the strength of steel-this plant remains something of a forgotten solution in the construction world. Part of the problem is bamboo’s association with cheap, low-quality housing: a “poor man’s timber(木材)”.

    2     . Founded in 2015, Bamboo U offers training courses that promote bamboo as a green construction material. The 11-day “build and design” course takes participants on a hands-on journey through the life cycle of bamboo: from harvesting and treatment, to design and construction. Participants then get to bring their own designs to life, or help create bamboo structures, with the help of a team of architects and designers. Bamboo construction may not be new.     3    

In recent years, concerns about the unsustainability of building materials have caused a fresh look at “natural”construction. Research by the International Bamboo and Rattan Organization, INBAR, shows that bamboo can provide a low-carbon, renewable alternative to timber, steel and cement.     4    . As INBAR’s construction expert, Liu Kewei, puts it: “Bamboo is the sustainable timber of the future.”

Since 2015, Bamboo U has welcomed more than 400 people through its doors.    5    . According to Orin Hardy, the founder of Bamboo U: “We don’t believe that everyone needs to build structures like ours.” Bamboo U is “more about an understanding of the place you’re in. We want to remind people that nature can, and should, be in the built environment.”

A．Nonetheless, not everyone can build their house with bamboo.

B．It’s important to develop an appreciation for the craft.

C．Bamboo can also be used to create something new.

D．One organization is fighting to change this understanding.

E．The plant stores more carbon than certain species of trees.

F．However, Bamboo U is giving a much-needed push to this old craft.

G．Architects have called it “green steel”.

7 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What does the speaker tell us about the Tracker Star-Watching Center?

A．It opens all day.

B．Its ticket is free.

C．It’s a public museum.

2. What do visitors do first during evening sessions?

A．Learn about the Center and its programs.

B．Listen to lectures from the expert staff.

C．Watch the sky outside the Center

3. What should visitors prepare for watching the stars there?

A．Telescopes.

B．Guide books.

C．Warm clothes.

8 . Employers today tend to hire students who truly made the most of their time on campus. Getting involved in an extracurricular club could be one of your highlights.

Media & Publication Club

It focuses on publishing a campus newspaper, creating a website, or writing ads. The skill sets required to successfully create media today are incredibly varied. You may have a passion for the written word or love graphic design. Whatever the case, you are likely to find your place within the club.

Academic Club

This club is among the most popular on campus, which can be a great benefit to a degree-seeker, because they allow you to connect with other students in the same major and often even to network with professionals from industries in which you plan to seek employment after graduation.

Community Service Club

If you are eager to make a difference to the world, the club focusing on serving others might be the perfect match for you. This club is intended for children, seniors, underserved populations, animals, the environment, and so on. If you have a desire to help, the opportunity to serve likely exists on your campus.

Sports & Recreation Club

If you are passionate about the sport you’re pursuing, it does not matter if you aren’t playing at the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) level. Club sports are usually not regulated by the rules of the NCAA, but you have chances to travel to other colleges in order to compete. The level of competition is generally not quite as intense, which makes club sports an extremely popular option if you’re just looking to play for fun.

1. Which club offers a chance to work with your potential colleagues?

A．Media & Publication Group.	B．Academic Club.
C．Community Service Club.	D．Sports & Recreation Club.

2. What do we know about the Sports & Recreation Club?

A．It must follow the NCAA rules.

B．It can hold interschool competitions.

C．It offers intense training from time to time.

D．It only admits members with NCAA levels.

3. Who is the text targeted at?

A．Employers.	B．Professors.
C．Undergraduates.	D．Children.

9 . The Department for International Trade (DIT) is a UK Government department working with businesses based in the United Kingdom to ensure their success in international markets. Here are some events to be held by DIT.

International Business Festival — Future Transport                                        

What could new technology in travel mean for business? Hear the latest from the Government’s centres for autonomous vehicles and listen to the successful cases. The event will also predict near-future developments in transport and make a surprisingly strong business argument for more traditional ways of getting from A to B.

LOCATION: National Exhibition Center, West Midlands B401NT, United Kingdom

PRICING: 80 pounds for a festival pass and 40 pounds for a day pass. FESTll provides a 20 percent discount until the end of April.

TEL: 0121-7804141

International E-Commerce Workshop                                                                   

This workshop will enable you to develop your digital skills, raise your global brand presence, and allow you to test new markets with minimal investment. You will learn how to develop a strategy in online routes to market, identify multi-channel and B2B online opportunities.

LOCATION: East Midlands Business Ltd, Unit 5 Merus Court, United Kingdom

PRICING: Free

TEL: 0658-1714889

International Business Festival — Urbanisation (城市化) & Cities

Examine the considerable leadership and governance challenges that must be overcome if cities are to fulfil their potential as engines for growth. Find opportunities in a changing world and meet future partners, buyers, investors and develop relationships.

LOCATION: Exhibition Centre Liverpool, Kings Dock, L3 4BX, United Kingdom

PRICING: 105 pounds for a festival pass and 50 pounds for a day pass. FEST11 provides a 20 percent discount until the end of April.

TEL: 0289-6032899

Please call at 0789-1056888 if you are having any problems registering for the site.

1. Which number should you call if you have some questions about future transport event?

A．0658-1714889.	B．0789-1056888.
C．0121-7804141.	D．0289-6032899.

2. Where should the participants go to join in the International E-Commerce Workshop?

A．Exhibition Centre Liverpool.	B．East Midlands Business Ltd.
C．Kings Dock, L3 4BX.	D．West Midlands B401NT.

3. How much will you pay at least for a day pass of the International Business Festival?

A．105 pounds.

B．21 pounds.

C．10 pounds.

D．40 pounds.

10 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

The Nobel Prize is the most famous honor in the world. The prizes were first awarded on December 10, 1901. That was five years after the death of Alfred Nobel, the     1     (create) of the prizes. For many years, prizes were awarded in physics, chemistry, medicine, literature, and peace. A     2     (six) award for economics was created in 1968.

Marie Curie was the first woman     3     (receive) the award, in 1903 in physics. She     4     (share) the award with her husband and another scientist. In 1911, she was awarded the prize in chemistry. Curie is one of the only two people ever to win Nobel Prizes in different areas.     5     (surprising), her daughter Irene also won the Nobel Prize in chemistry. They were the only mother-daughter pair to have won the prize.

The prize committees are made up     6     famous scholars and scientists. Nobel prize winners     7     (choose) very carefully. The voting is top secret. Prizes are presented to the winners every year on December 10. The prize winners are some of the most important people in the world.     8     (win) the award helps them continue their work. The Nobel Foundation awards cash, a diploma     9     a gold medal to each prize winner. The cash amount changes based on     10     it is given to one individual or shared among a group of people.