1 . 假定你是李华，你的学生张丽将要去应聘一份在培训机构当外语助教的暑假兼职工作，她请你给她写一封推荐信，向应聘的培训机构推荐她，介绍她的一些个人信息；
要点如下：
1. 张丽的个性特点及专长。
2. 张丽平时在校的表现（她的学业表现和获奖情况等）。
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2 . Nostalgia (怀旧) has become increasingly common in our current climate of accelerated, unexpected change. More and more Americans are turning back with longing to what feels like simpler, sweeter times. They collect cassette tapes, manual typewriters even decades-old video games.

Is it a mistake to get too obsessed with the past? Some psychologists warn that too much devotion to the so-called good old days is an escape from reality; it can indicate loneliness or that a person is having a difficult time coping in the present. Psychologist Stephanie Coontz argues that nostalgia distracts us from addressing the problems of modern life and contribute to anxiety, depression , insomnia etc.

But new studies suggest that a modest dose of nostalgia is not only harmless, but actually beneficial. They suggest it helps strengthen our sense of identity and makes us feel more optimistic and inspired. It is also a tool for self — discovery and memories are a psychological immune response that is triggered when you want to take a break from negativity. Interestingly, those happy memories can be particularly beneficial both to kids in their teens and to society's elders. Recalling our childhood reminds us of “the times when we were accepted and loved unconditionally," says Krystine Batcho, a psychologist. "That is such a powerfully comforting phenomenon, knowing that there was a time in life when we didn't have to earn our love." Nostalgia can transform even the most ordinary past into legends which warms the heart and the body. Let's not forget that nostalgia has been a source of inspiration to innumerable American writers. Mark Twain recalled his boyhood, writing, "after all these years, I can picture that old time to myself now, just as it was then： The white town drowsing in the sunshine of a summer's morning."

So go ahead, daydream a little about your best childhood friend, your first car, a long - gone family pct. As Dr. Sedikides says， "Nostalgia is absolutely central to human experience. "But at the same time, keep these words of wisdom from the great inventor Charles Kettering in mind as well： "You can't have a better tomorrow if you are thinking about yesterday all the time. "

1. What did some psychologists in paragraph 2 probably agree?

A．Nostalgia will cause some mental problems.

B．Nostalgia makes us devoted to the good old days.

C．Nostalgia shows you are trying to get rid of loneliness.

D．Nostalgia helps us cope with the difficult time we are going through.

2. There are many benefits of nostalgia except   ________

A．It can enable us to know ourselves better.

B．It can bring us some comfort when we recall.

C．We are likely to gain attention if we recall the happy childhood.

D．We can sometimes break away from negativity with happy memories.

3. What will be talked about in the following paragraph?

A．The bad influence of too much devotion to nostalgia.

B．The reasons why we should avoid nostalgia.

C．The bad memories that always stick around you.

D．The great changes nostalgia will bring to you.

4. What's the best title of the passage?

A．We all have a soft spot for nostalgia.

B．Nostalgia is actually good for you.

C．Don't be carried away by nostalgia.

D．There are many times when we like to recall.

3 . There is no such thing as a “safe" level of drinking, with increased consumption of alcohol associated with poorer brain health, according to a new study.

In an observational study, which has not yet been peer-reviewed, researchers from the University of Oxford studied the relationship between the self-reported alcohol intake of some 25,000 people in the UK, and their brain scans. The researchers noted that drinking had an effect on the brain's gray matter-regions in the brain that make up "important bits where information is processed," according to lead author Anya Topiwala, a senior clinical researcher at Oxford.

“The more people drank, the less the volume of their gray matter,“ Topiwala said via email. "Brain volume reduces with age and more severely with dementia(痴呆症).Smaller brain volume also predicts worse performance on memory testing,“ she explained. "While alcohol only made a small contribution to this(0. 8%), it was a greater contribution than other "modifiable" risk factors," she said, explaining that modifiable risk factors are “ ones you can do something about, in contrast to aging.”

The team also investigated whether certain drinking patterns, beverage types and other health conditions made a difference to the impact of alcohol on brain health. They found that there was no "safe" level of drinking-meaning that consuming any amount of alcohol was worse than not drinking it. They also found no evidence that the type of drink— such as wine, spirits or beer—affected the harm done to the brain. However, certain characteristics, such as high blood pressure, obesity or binge-drinking, could put people at higher risk, researchers added.

The risks of alcohol have long been known： Previous studies have found that there's no amount of liquor, wine or beer that is safe for your overall health. Alcohol was the leading risk factor for disease and premature death in men and women between the ages of 15 and 49 worldwide in 2016, accounting for nearly one in 10 deaths, according to a study published in The Lancet in 2018.

“It has been known for decades that heavy drinking is bad for brain health," Sadie Boniface, head of research at the UK's Institute of Alcohol Studies, said via email. "We also shouldn't forget alcohol affects all parts of the body and there are multiple health risks. ”

1. What is the function of gray matter?

A．Control the mount of alcohol	B．Process information
C．Scan the brain	D．Predict the performance on memory

2. Which is NOT true in the following statements according to the study?

A．Drinking alcohol is worse than not drinking.

B．With people getting older, brain volume reduces.

C．Alcohol was the major risk factor for disease and premature death.

D．The less people drink alcohol, the more the volume of their gray matter.

3. Which is one of the "modifiable" risk factors?

A．Smoking

B．Aging

C．Death

D．Disease

4. What is the main idea of the text?

A．The mount of alcohol is not related to people's health.

B．People drinking alcohol do harm to their brain health.

C．People drinking alcohol lead to dementia.

D．Theresa great deal of liquor, wine or beer that is safe for health.

4 . What was the best moment I’ve ever had in a class? I’ve had many great moments, but perhaps the best moment took place in my English class about a month ago.

I had a 15-minute presentations, and I felt pretty _________. Thirty minutes before my presentation, I _________ to use an actor for my presentation. I felt even more confident, assured that I would _________ the audience. When my presentation started, I gave a _________ to my actor that led me to _________ my eight notecards all over the floor. I quickly _________ all the notecards off the floor. I became _________, listening to the _________ of the audience as I tried to rearrange the cards. My anxiety levels _________, and the disorganized cards just added __________. I placed the cards down and felt a great sense of __________. My words, my explanations and my connections all __________ out of my mouth, and I felt more natural and free as I presented my topic.

I felt like a __________ different person. By the end of the presentation, I was __________ with sweat, not because I was __________, but because I left it all on the floor. I realized that the __________ to presenting to people was not just getting their attention by visual aids. You need to let your heart __________ so that you can __________ their hearts and minds. You can’t just be the center of attention; you need to give the audience attention, and you need to talk to them. First and foremost, you can’t present without __________.

Anything you present should be built off of __________. As long as you can be passionate and find a connection between yourself and the topic, you will keep the audience entertained.

1.

A．nervous

B．confident

C．upset

D．unsettled

2.

A．attempted

B．planned

C．decided

D．agreed

3.

A．entertain

B．annoy

C．disappoint

D．move

4.

A．pose

B．hand

C．symbol

D．signal

5.

A．drop

B．throw

C．cast

D．spread

6.

A．reached

B．grabbed

C．touched

D．rubbed

7.

A．frustrated

B．depressed

C．embarrassed

D．surprised

8.

A．scream

B．laughter

C．applause

D．cheers

9.

A．improved

B．expanded

C．rose

D．strengthened

10.

A．scare

B．pain

C．shock

D．stress

11.

A．relief

B．achievement

C．panic

D．guilt

12.

A．sprang

B．flowed

C．floated

D．fountained

13.

A．partly

B．slightly

C．mildly

D．completely

14.

A．buried

B．filled

C．covered

D．wrapped

15.

A．nervous

B．excited

C．thrilled

D．frightened

16.

A．access

B．question

C．key

D．path

17.

A．pour into

B．pour out

C．pour down

D．pour away

18.

A．reach

B．disturb

C．impress

D．shape

19.

A．skills

B．senses

C．purposes

D．emotions

20.

A．will

B．power

C．energy

D．passion

5 . As an English learner, we sometimes get questions like this: “How can I speak English with more confidence?" That is a great question.     1     Today, we have several pieces of advice to help you.

Every day, the most important person you talk to is yourself. That's to say, your own thoughts matter. If you lack confidence as an English speaker, you may say things like, "English is too hard" "I'm so sorry for my English." What's worse, you are sure to start believing them.     2    

To sound more confident, speak loudly and slowly enough so that people can easily hear you. Many English learners worry that speaking too slow will make them sound inexperienced.     3     So avoid worrying that you are speaking too slow for the people around you.

    4     If you are not confident, you may try to say as little as possible. For example, if asked what people's favorite color is, an English learner may give a short, direct response like, "blue", while a native English speaker is likely to say, “Well, to be quite honest, I don't really have an actual color, but I guess I may go for something like blue or grey.”

Reading out loud can help build confidence in how your English sounds. List words you have trouble saying and later check their pronunciation.     5     So avoid checking word meanings in a dictionary while reading.

A．But you are more likely to make mistakes if speaking too fast.

B．Take a few minutes to read the materials that you enjoy aloud.

C．So replace unhelpful thoughts with better ones when speaking.

D．Using long sentences shows that you speak English confidently.

E．Learners should read for pleasure and enjoy what they are reading.

F．Speak in complete sentences and give longer responses when possible.

G．Whatever language we are learning, we would all love to speak confidently.

6 . Tips for Choosing a Career

Choosing a career is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. Most people spend half or more of their waking hours five days a week at their jobs. While selecting a career can be a difficult process, the following tips can make this process easier for you.

Extensive reading about potential careers is vital.     1     It’s important to collect vital information such as career descriptions, career outlooks, employment statistics, educational requirements, and potential earnings.

    2     Do this frequently since these lists keep changing. A “hot job” today may not be “hot” next year or the year after next year. When evaluating these lists, keep in mind your interests, skills and job satisfaction requirements.

Find a mentor. Many colleges and employers have a formal mentoring program.     3     It is a great way to learn about a career, and a mentor can provide valuable networking opportunities. “Mentworking” is a new trend which combines mentoring and networking, and which has shown good results.

Interviewing people in the field is an excellent way to learn about the various aspects of a career.     4     Informational interviews often change a person’s perspective about an occupation. You can find interview candidates by asking friends, teachers and neighbors. You can also contact relevant professional associations and societies and visit appreciate social and professional networking sites online.

The skills required for a career are an essential factor for an individual’s potential for success in that career. Write a list of the skills needed for a particular field. Place a check next to each skill you possess.    5    

Your skills should be a vital factor in your career selection process. A satisfying career is often built upon a match with what you are naturally good at. Natural strengths allow an individual to work with ease and acquire expertise faster.

A．Also, formal mentoring organizations are available that match mentors with individuals.

B．Doing this may also provide good social communication opportunities.

C．At last, please count the number of checks you have.

D．Potential careers are the jobs which you will have in the future.

E．You will discover details about careers that you were not aware of.

F．The more checks you make, the more likely this field is right for you.

G．Look for lists of “hot jobs” on the Internet and in magazines.

7 . When I was 9, we packed up our home in Los Angeles and arrived at Heathrow, London on a gray January morning. Everyone in the family settled quickly into the city except me. Without my beloved beaches and endless blue—sky days, I felt at a loss and out of place. Until I made a discovery.

Southbank, at an eastern bend in the Thames, is the center of British skateboarding, where the continuous crashing of skateboards left your head ringing .I loved it. I soon made friends with the local skaters. We spoke our own language. And my favorite: Safe. Safe meant cool. It meant hello. It meant don’t worry about it. Once, when trying a certain trick on the beam(横杆), I fell onto the stones, damaging a nerve in my hand, and Toby came over, helping me up: Safe, man. Safe. A few minutes later, when I landed the trick, my friends beat their boards loud, shouting: “ Safe! Safe! Safe!” And that’s what mattered—landing tricks, being a good skater.

When I was 15, my family moved to Washington. I tried skateboarding there, but the locals were far less welcoming. Within a couple of years, I’d given it up.

When I returned to London in 2004, I found myself wandering down to Southbank, spending hours there. I’ve traveled back several times since, most recently this past spring. The day was cold but clear: tourists and Londoners stopped to watch the skaters. Weaving(穿梭)among the kids who rushed by on their boards, I found my way to the beam. Then a rail—thin teenager, in a baggy white T—shirt, skidded(滑)up to the beam. He sat next to me. He seemed not to notice the man next to him. But soon I caught a few of his glances. “I was a local here 20 years ago,” I told him. Then, slowly, he began to nod his head. “Safe, man. Safe.”

“Yeah,” I said. “Safe.”

1. What can we learn about the author soon after he moved to London?

A．He felt disappointed.	B．He gave up his hobby.
C．He liked the weather there.	D．He had disagreements with his family.

2. What do the underlined words “Safe! Safe! Safe!” probably mean?

A．Be careful!

B．Well done!

C．No way!

D．Don’t worry!

3. Why did the author like to spend time in Southbank when he returned to London?

A．To join the skateboarding.	B．To make new friends.
C．To learn more tricks.	D．To relive his childhood days

4. What message does the author seem to convey in the text?

A．Children should learn a second language.

B．Sport is necessary for children’s health.

C．Children need a sense of belonging

D．Seeing the world is a must for children.

8 . According to Jessica Hagy, author of How to Be Interesting, it’s not difficult to make yourself interesting at a dinner party.

    1    , if you’re out of your comfort zone or if you’re wandering into somebody’s house for the first time. So the main thing is just to show up and be adventurous, trying different foods and talking to strangers.

People love to talk about themselves. If you can start the conversation with a question other than “What do you do for a living?”, you’ll be able to get a lot more interesting conversation out of whomever it is you’re talking to.     2    , it can bring in “I have this old, broken-down vehicle” or “I rode the bus with these crazy people who were laughing at silly jokes in the back.” It just opens up conversation.

    3    ? If you can’t take their wine away, you should certainly try to take away their soapbox (讲台). If you’re the host, you can ask them to help you in the kitchen with something and just remove them from the situation.    4    .

And what about that other dinner-party killer: awkward silence? If you’re faced with an awkward silence at a dinner party, the only thing that always gets everyone talking again is to give the host a compliment (赞扬).     5    . Just quickly turn around and say, “This cake is extremely delicious and you have to tell me all about it.”

So being interesting at a dinner party isn’t that hard.

A．How do you know the host

B．The first step is to go exploring

C．If you ask the question “How did you get here?”

D．Be prepared to have awkward conversations with strangers

E．Or turn the conversation into a topic where they have little to say

F．What about that person who had too much to drink or won’t stop talking

G．He or she is the person who is feeling the weight of that awkwardness the most

9 . Once upon a time, my grandson and I built a world out of wooden blocks and plastic pieces.

We spread out across the floor with domino roads _______ cities and nations. Each place was populated by little people with similar _______. Black, brown, and _______plastic faces represented the world’s many _______. We made sure everyone had everything they _______ —from playgrounds, to ice-cream stores, to Chuck E. Cheese in each place. Those plastic smiles were _______ in this make-believe land. I stood and surveyed our small _______ and decided something else was needed. I brought over some tall books to give _______ between the countries. My young grandson didn’t _______ that idea. He said it would be easier for everyone to __________ if we didn’t have anything in the __________.

That’s true! It is too bad that we lose a child’s __________ perspective（视角）among the world’s too many troubles that make those boundaries all too __________.

This isn’t the first time a child has __________ me a lesson. Children aren’t yet __________ with all the troubles of a __________ world. To put it simply, children can __________ life more as it should be. Surveying our perfect world of ice-cream stores and playgrounds, I sat down and realized I had more to learn. For my grandson, life and all of its realities would __________ soon enough. But for now, I realized that there were some things I could __________ from him.

And Jesus said, “I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have __________ these things from the wise and learned, but shown them to little children.”

1.

A．spreading

B．blocking

C．following

D．connecting

2.

A．hats

B．tools

C．smiles

D．languages

3.

A．red

B．green

C．yellow

D．orange

4.

A．hills

B．races

C．countries

D．creatures

5.

A．needed

B．ordered

C．invented

D．designed

6.

A．real

B．funny

C．rough

D．dull

7.

A．shop

B．garden

C．world

D．village

8.

A．tips

B．signals

C．speeches

D．boundaries

9.

A．like

B．miss

C．catch

D．explain

10.

A．work out

B．pick up

C．call back

D．get together

11.

A．map

B．way

C．process

D．direction

12.

A．silly

B．vague

C．bright

D．innocent

13.

A．secure

B．obvious

C．necessary

D．powerful

14.

A．treated

B．taught

C．returned

D．written

15.

A．filled

B．equipped

C．burdened

D．satisfied

16.

A．peaceful

B．broken

C．friendly

D．united

17.

A．see

B．operate

C．face

D．create

18.

A．come

B．leave

C．achieve

D．compete

19.

A．hear

B．learn

C．suffer

D．judge

20.

A．stored

B．sold

C．fetched

D．hidden

10 . Christmas doesn’t have to be a burden on the planet. With a little effort and imagination, we can reduce the environmental influence of the holiday season. Here are some ideas to help celebrate the season while caring for the earth.

1. Buy less. Some holiday gifts fill a practical need and need to be bought new. But many gifts are really gestures of thoughtfulness.     1    .

2. Not all gifts have to be store-bought. You can give more while spending less by giving gifts that are personal and unique.     2    , most adults appreciate anything that shows thoughtfulness.

3.     3    . Many gifts in today’s marketplace come from halfway around the world, and the influence of transportation contributes significantly to greenhouse emissions（排放）and global warming. Local craft fairs and artisan shops are good places for gifts that come without the added costs of transportation. And gifts made locally often have a story which goes with the gift, since the artisan and the origin of the gift are known.

4. Choose gifts made from recycled things.     4    . Supporting these businesses helps reduce the waste stream while promoting the concept of making best use of available materials.

5. Give “Battery-Free” gifts. According to the ЕPA, about 40% of all battery sales occur during the holiday season. Thrown batteries are harmful to environment. Even rechargeable batteries find their way into the waste stream eventually.

6. Avoid children’s toys that promote violence. There is too much violence in the world, and the new wave of video games for children is disturbing.     5    . There are many toys and games hat are fun, and give children’s creativity and sense of active play.

A．Look for locally made gifts

B．You can give more while spending less

C．Your gift list is for the adults in your family

D．Remember the theme of Christmas is “Peace on Earth”

E．You can now focus on a special gift for your loved ones

F．While young children may favor the shiny store-bought thing

G．Many businesses have developed products using recycled materials