1 . I have had this long-sleeved shirt since college. After many years, there are warning _________ that it is on the way out. Some buttons are getting a bit _________. And even there are those faint _________ of meals that haven’t quite come out in the wash. Though _________, it is still my favorite.

One morning, I was putting on it for the family trip when my wife noticed a hole in the elbow (肘部). She advised me to _________ it or it would get worse. But it was so tiny. I decided to _________ it and went to reach for the backpack at the top of my closet when I heard the rip” sss- “ Was that...? I reached for the closet door and _________ it shut. Riiippp again. The tiny hole became a big tear, leaving my arm _________ ”Now you look like a scarecrow (稻草人),” My wife laughed. “Maybe you should throw it away.”

Should I? I asked myself in such a fast-fashion world which rushes to produce clothes that _________ the latest trend, few material items __________ our loyalty. But this shirt had seen a lot with me, from my __________to my marriage. I knew even a piece of clothing represented a life __________ lived. I intended to stay __________.

“Is it time to let that shirt go?” My wife asked. I paused for a moment and then grabbed a pair of scissors.__________, I soon picked up my “new” __________ shirt and showed it to her. “Not yet,” I replied with a proud smile.

1.

A．signs

B．remarks

C．deals

D．problems

2.

A．common

B．fine

C．flexible

D．loose

3.

A．spots

B．appeals

C．ingredients

D．tastes

4.

A．in low spirits

B．in poor condition

C．out of sight

D．out of control

5.

A．sew

B．make

C．recycle

D．design

6.

A．notice

B．ignore

C．mind

D．refuse

7.

A．kicked

B．pressed

C．slid

D．kept

8.

A．untouched

B．examined

C．broken

D．exposed

9.

A．protest

B．miss

C．fit

D．pass

10.

A．waste

B．identify

C．question

D．gain

11.

A．graduation

B．family

C．childhood

D．retirement

12.

A．poorly

B．cautiously

C．fully

D．busily

13.

A．efficient

B．fashionable

C．loyal

D．calm

14.

A．Possibly

B．Hesitantly

C．Approximately

D．Exactly

15.

A．old-fashioned

B．short-sleeved

C．high-quantity

D．famous-brand

2 . How to choose a hiking trail (路径)

If you’re a keen hiker, chances are you have your favorite trails mostly because they’ re easy to reach and fit into your schedule. If you desire to set foot in hiking in depth, this guide may walk you through the steps of how to choose a hiking trail to your next great adventure.

    1     , defining how many miles the hike covers before departure. Next, ask yourself if you can reasonably walk that far. You can just walk as far down a trail as you want, and then turn back when you’re ready.    2    , such as a waterfall or standing stones, you’ll ideally make sure you can reach it.

Know what’s going to be underfoot.     3     On a hike you might encounter all different types of land, and the climbing is going to be dangerous or stable. So do research and understand what type of terrain (地形) you’re likely to encounter. There’s a big difference between walking through a forest and stair-stepping up a steep rock. When you’re using route finding apps, trails are usually rated us easy, moderate or difficult. Make sure you understand exactly what the hike involves from a skill to equipment    4    

For hikers, a thundering waterfull falling over a cliff can be a breathtaking climax to a forest hike.     5    , the things you’ll see along the way are a great reason to choose one hiking trail over another so long as the rest of it falls within your ability level of course.

A．Master your hiking equipment

B．Even if they are worth visiting

C．Check the total distance involved

D．But if there’s a waymark you’re hoping to see

E．It helps you decide between hiking shoes or boots

F．Although not all hikes lead to a fantastic viewpoint

G．Don’t rush into the journey without the investigations above

3 . Amazing apps helping seniors stay sharp

Undoubtedly, your grandparents gain experience and wisdom as they get older. However, they are likely to be anxious about health problems many seniors face, especially the frightening disorder of mental functioning — thinking, remembering, and reasoning. But don’t worry! The apps are here to help your grandma and grandpa.

It presents level-based crossword puzzles and word search games, featuring oversized buttons and controls for seniors. Its games use point systems to judge the performance of players and it can dynamically adjust the difficulty of games to suit each individual — which keeps seniors enjoying their sense of achievement.

It includes everything seniors need to stay sharp-minded. All they have to do is spend ten minutes per day playing a wide range of the app’s 45 available games. Peak even includes a built-in personal trainer that helps track players’ progress and arrange the seeps that they’ll need to improve their mental sharpness.

      It takes a scientific approach to brain training with a variety of games to improve seniors’ mental keenness. Players begin by seeing how well they challenge specific types of mental abilities. Then with fun themes and enjoyable elements added, they can keep players engaged while improving their performance at the given tasks.

It is a multipurpose app that helps seniors keep fit with brain training, physical activities, and tips on healthy eating. The approach starts with brain. stimulating games that improve memory, attention and speed. And to top it off, it also comes with senior-friendly workout videos.

1. What can the four apps help seniors do?

A．Gain experience and wisdom.	B．Keep life in order.
C．Relieve mental aging anxiety.	D．Extend social circle.

2. How does Witty Words app make operation easier for the senions?

A．By designing large buttons.	B．By tracing their progress.
C．By using built-in trainers.	D．By providing dynamic games,

3. Which app also helps the seniors to build up the body?

A．Witty Words.

B．Peak.

C．Lumosity.

D．MindMate.

6 . 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。

On a sunny afternoon, my friend Ollie and I were enjoying skatcboarding at our local park. Our mood was light until Olle spotted a poster for the upcoming Harvest Fair. The idea of attending it was thrilling, but the ticket price of $50 quickly iced our enthusiasm.

While we were thinking over the cost, our attention was drawn to the list of attractions. Among the various activities, we noticed that our favorite band - Eagles was going to perform. We couldn’t help but break into singing our favorite song by them. What added to our excitement was the pie contest in the poster, a delightful reminder of our shared memory. It used to be the most popular event in our community. But thinking of the expensive tickets, which seemed to be a shadow over our excitement, we all sighed. Then I suggested going to my parents’ store to see if they could help.

Upon arriving, my dad told us he had some good news, showing some tickets to us. They were the very ones we had seen in the poster! My dad explained that his old partner had made a request to hang a poster here for the Harvest Fair, and in return, he offered us free passes. Much to my delight, there were six tickets for five people in our family and an extra one for my friend! The news was like a breath of fresh air, bringing unexpected joy into our day. We could all set out to experience the fair together, no one missing out.

Just then, Mrs. Smith, out awesome 80-year-old neighbor, walked unsteadily towards us.“I just saw the poster in your window. How I used to love going to fairs!” She paused, with her eyes dropping before she continued. “But it’s hard for me to get around now, and tickets cost so much these days...”

注意:
1.续写词数应为150个左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Ollie approached me, seemingly to say something.

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After the fair, I came up with a plan to make up for Ollie’s absence.

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7 . In an increasingly fast-paced world that rewards immediacy, urgency culture makes it hard to tell what is truly important and what is not. At work, this could involve handling frequent last- minute requests, unrealistic deadlines, and the expectation to be reachable even after hours. In personal life, behaviour patterns of urgency culture include overextending in relationships, frequently checking social media updates out of fear of missing out, and responding immediately to calls and texts, even when it’s inconvenient.

The constant rush to be “always on” professionally and personally can create stress. Being part of the “always on” culture often involves multitasking. However, research shows every time we multitask, it actually slows the brain down and may reduce productivity by up to 40 percent. Meanwhile, constant overstimulation - a significant contributor to urgency culture- will debilitate your dopamine (多巴胺) system. In short, the more overstimulated you are, the less joy you can feel. Over time, urgency culture can also be harmful to physical health. A false sense of urgency tricks the body into reacting as if it’ s in a threatening situation, activating the “fight-or- flight” response. Your breathing becomes faster, your blood pressure and heart rate go up, and you lose the ability to regulate emotions, and an overactive fight-or-fight response contributes to high blood pressure, poor quality of sleep and eating disorders.

To avoid the urgency trap, experts recommend pausing for a few moments before leaping into action every time something comes up. It allows you to step back and assess whether this demand for your attention is in line with your priorities. Setting clear expectations in personal and professional relationships can also help plan, prioritize and problem-solve without causing false urgency. The best thing you can do to deal with urgency culture is to regularly engage in activities that remind you there is no rush.

1. Which of the following can be described as “urgency culture” according to paragraph 1?

A．Focusing on important matters.	B．Finishing work before deadline.
C．Giving everything high priority.	D．Maintaining useful relationships.

2. How does multitasking influence people according to the author?

A．It contributes to their work efficiency.

B．They may feel under constant pressure.

C．It helps to slow down their working pace.

D．Their sense of achievement will decrease.

3. What does the underlined word “debilitate” in paragraph 2 probably mean?

A．Weaken.

B．Balance.

C．Activate.

D．Divide.

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

A．The Power of Rush: The Secret to Modern Success

B．Stay Well-connected: The New Path to Personal Productivity

C．No Pressure, No Growth: Boosting Yourself in Urgency Culture

D．More Haste, Less Speed: Breaking Free From the “Always-on” Trap