1 . The community is the basic unit where we share space and resources with others. A harmonious and orderly community not only enhances the quality of life for its residents but also promotes stability and development in society. Therefore, community residents should understand and fulfill their responsibilities and duties to ensure a harmonious and beautiful community environment.

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The cleanliness of the community environment directly affects the health and quality of life of its residents. Residents should avoid littering, actively participate in community cleaning activities, and regularly clean their own doorsteps and surroundings. Additionally, properly sorting waste and participating in recycling are essential duties for every resident.

Observing public order

    2    . Every resident should observe public order and not disturb the peace of the community. This includes controlling noise from household activities, avoiding loud noises at night or on rest days, and following traffic rules by not parking illegally or speeding within the community. Moreover, residents should treasure public facilities and not damage plants or trees, collectively maintaining the community’s beauty and functionality.

Participating in community management

Actively participating in community management is;an important responsibility for residents. This includes voting for community leaders, participating in community meetings, and offering suggestions and feedback on the management and activities of the community. Residents can also join volunteer organizations, take part in community safety patrols, and organize cultural events.     3    .

Promoting neighborly harmony

Good neighborly relations are the foundation of a harmonious community.     4    . Each should be willing to help, and provide extra care and assistance to the elderly, children, and disabled individuals. When facing neighborhood disputes (纠纷), residents should approach the situation with understanding and tolerance and resolve issues through communication and negotiation.

Enhancing safety awareness

Community safety affects everyone’s interests. Residents should increase their safety awareness and report suspicious behavior and safety hazards (安全隐患) promptly.     5    . Using them, residents can protect themselves and assist others in emergencies.

A．Protecting ourselves and others

B．Residents should respect each other

C．Maintaining environmental cleanliness

D．The community is a space for public life

E．Those all contribute to the community’s development

F．Every resident has the opportunity to clean the community park

G．Besides, residents should learn basic safety knowledge and first aid skills

2 . Are aliens trying to contact the Earth? Six new mysterious blasts of radio energy are detected from deep space. While the source of the waves remains unknown, some suggest the mysterious bursts of energy could be a sign of alien life trying to contact us. The waves were detected by researchers from McGill University in Montreal.

The detection follows 11 previously recorded fast radio bursts (FRBs) from the same location, called FRB121102. This is the only known repeater of FRBs. Although there have been a number of FRBs from the site, the origin of the radio bursts remains a puzzle to researchers.

But the researchers say that the repeated FRBs imply that whatever is causing the FRBs is not a one-time event, such as an explosion or a collision. Instead, they say that flares (耀斑) from a young neutron star (中子星) are a promising candidate.

Previously when waves have been detected, astronomers have also asked Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI) to take a closer look at whether they could be a message from aliens. But it is unclear whether the researchers will ask SETI to help this time.

If there were any intelligent alien life forms out there, in Stephen Hawking’s opinion, we were playing a dangerous game by trying to contact them. If alien s discovered the Earth, they would likely want to conquer and colonize our planet.

But the co-founder and former director of the SETI Institute, Jill Tarter, doesn’t think this will be the case. She argues any alien s who have managed to travel across the universe may be friendly and peaceful. “The idea of a civilization which has managed to survive far longer than we have... and the fact that the technology remains an aggressive one, to me, doesn’t make sense,” she said.

1. What is the purpose of the question in paragraph 1?

A．To draw readers’ attention.

B．To indicate commonality in astronomy.

C．To emphasize the mystery of the source.

D．To highlight the discovery’s significance.

2. What is the most likely cause of the FRBs according to the text?

A．Messages from aliens.

B．The explosion of a star.

C．Flares from a neutron star.

D．A collision between two stars.

3. Which might agree with Stephen Hawking’s view?

A．We should try to find the aliens.

B．The aliens may conquer the Earth.

C．We can play games with the aliens.

D．The aliens may live with us one day.

4. What is Jill Tarter’s attitude to contact with the aliens?

A．Doubtful.

B．Critical.

C．Indifferent.

D．Supportive.

3 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. When did the earthquake take place?

A．On Tuesday.

B．On Wednesday.

C．On Thursday.

2. What happened to the boy in the earthquake?

A．He was badly hurt.

B．He was buried under a refrigerator.

C．He was slightly wounded.

3. How did the boy survive from the big earthquake?

A．He stayed in a refrigerator.

B．His father pulled him out in time.

C．Their house escaped the earthquake.

4. How many people were killed in the earthquake?

A．About 500.

B．About 5, 000.

C．About 50, 000.

4 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the main purpose of the man’s visit?

A．To have further study.

B．To attend a conference.

C．To buy new products.

2. When will the man leave the U.S.?

A．On April 19th.

B．On April 21st.

C．On April 27th.

3. Where did the man finish his college?

A．In Chicago.

B．In Beijing.

C．In Pennsylvania.

4. What is probably the man?

A．A financial manager.

B．A customs officer.

C．A computer engineer.

5 . Top Museums to Visit in Paris

Think Paris is all about the Louvre? Think again! Dive into the vibrant art scene of the City of Light with our guide to the best museums you shouldn't miss.

Louis Vuitton Foundation

Designed by the renowned architect Frank Gehry, the Louis Vuitton Foundation is a masterpiece of modern architecture. But it's not just the building that's stunning; inside, you'll find an impressive collection featuring artists like Jean-Michel Basquiat, Ellsworth Kelly, and Jeff Koons, among others. Admission is €16.

Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm (closed Sundays)

Paris Museum of Modern Art

Located in the 16th arrondissement, the Paris Museum of Modern Art boasts an array of monumental artworks and captivating exhibits. While entry is technically free, a suggested donation of €5 helps support the museum's preservation efforts and grants access to the permanent collection.

Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm (closed Mondays)

Musée National Picasso-Paris

Immerse yourself in the genius of Pablo Picasso at the Musée National Picasso-Paris. Home to thousands of Picasso's works, this museum offers a comprehensive exploration of the artist's life and legacy. Admission is €14.

Opening Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 10:00 am to 6:30 pm; Saturday and Sunday, 9:30 am to 6:00 pm (closed Mondays)

Musée Marmottan Monet

Step into the world of Impressionism at the Musée Marmottan Monet. Devoted primarily to the works of Claude Monet, this museum houses a remarkable collection donated by Monet's son, Michel. Tickets range from €9 to €14.

Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm; late nights on Thursdays until 9:00 pm (closed Mondays)

There you have it! With these top museums, you'll experience Parisian art and culture at its finest, beyond the iconic halls of the Louvre.

1. Who is the architect behind the design of the Louis Vuitton Foundation?

A．Michel Monet	B．Jean-Michel Basquiat
C．Olafur Eliasson	D．Frank Gehry

2. How much is the suggested donation for entry to the Paris Museum of Modern Art?

A．€10

B．€5

C．€20

D．€15

3. What is the primary focus of the Musée Marmottan Monet?

A．Works of Jean-Michel Basquiat	B．Sculptures by Rodin
C．Works of Claude Monet	D．Contemporary art installations

6 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Who is Wang Ming?

A．A student.

B．An employer.

C．An engineer.

2. What does the speaker say about the college job market this year?

A．It’s unpredictable.

B．It’s quite stable.

C．It’s not optimistic.

3. What percentage of student job seekers have found a job by now?

A．20%.

B．22%.

C．50%.

4. Why are engineering graduates more likely to accept a job?

A．They need more work experience.

B．The salary is usually good.

C．Their choice is limited.

7 . Dr. Tatiana Erukhimova is a physics professor at Texas A&M who aims to show her students, especially the young women, that there are no limits.

Only 25% of physics undergraduate students are female. Perhaps it is because boys grow up playing with machines and making drawings of fast cars and rocket explosions. But girls are just as curious about the way the world works — they just haven’t jumped into the culture of chemical reactions, energy and magnetic force with as much enthusiasm. That is, until they see one of Tatiana’s videos showing the science behind real life’s magic. Tatiana is really one of the few living female examples they could follow.

Her videos get millions of views. She is a ball of energy with a short haircut, a Russian accent and a lively personality that makes physics accessible to the younger audience. Young girls are attracted to Tatiana’s attractive demonstrations the way they flock to pop concerts. This is real. This is science they can participate in. This is an open door to endless possibilities.

“These short clips are the spark that inspires,” Tatiana says with so much excitement that it lights up the room. Everything she does involves students. She believes the magic in learning is when your peers are part of the demonstration, when you are part of the teaching process.

“She wants everything to be a celebration of science,” says one of Tatiana’s former students. And indeed, the classroom is in a party atmosphere, with students cheering when amazed by Newton’s law of motion, demonstrated by a spinning bicycle wheel held upright by the professor. It’s hard to tell who is more delighted, Tatiana or her students. She is an attraction for female students who are graduating college and working in the sciences in higher numbers than ever before.

Dr. Tatiana’s story began in Russia and her parents were both physicists. After the breakup of the Soviet Union, Tatiana moved to Texas with her husband, also a physicist. They both teach at Texas A&M, and when Tatiana isn’t in the classroom, she is doing outreach with schoolchildren, amazing them with spinning lights that soon form words, liquid oxygen that shrinks objects and chemical reactions that expand matter to 10 times its size. But most importantly, she is expanding the audience of female physicists.

1. According to the passage, why do girls sometimes hesitate to jump into the culture of physics?

A．Lack of interest in chemical reactions.

B．Cultural differences in curiosity.

C．Absence of female role models.

D．Fear of liquid oxygen demonstrations.

2. Which of the following is TRUE about the videos mentioned in the passage?

A．They were made by a female physician.

B．They feature engaging demonstrations.

C．They are meant for Tatiana’s homeland.

D．They have received millions of likes online.

3. What is the primary focus of Dr. Tatiana’s outreach activities with schoolchildren?

A．Appealing to students with fascinating demonstrations.

B．Teaching students some difficult physics concepts.

C．Explaining the history of Newton’s law of motion.

D．Encouraging girls to attend parties and pop concerts.

4. What is the best title for the passage?

A．Female Professor Rejecting Gender Barrier

B．Russian Physicist and Female Scientists

C．Physics Professor Stimulating Girls’ Passion

D．The Significance of Online Short Videos

8 . 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，并将答案填写在答题卡相应的位置上。

The 38th Qinhuai Lantern Festival Lights Up China

On the evening of February 2, the 2024 “Light Up China” event, the 38th annual China Qinhuai Lantern Festival lighting ceremony,     1    (begin) at the Bailuzhou Park in Nanjing, Jiangsu province. The Qinhuai Lantern Festival,     2     is also known as the “Jinling Lantern Festival”, is a folk cultural activity spread in Nanjing in history. It is usually held during the Spring Festival to the Lantern Festival every year. It is the most famous lantern festival in China and it is included in the national intangible cultural heritage list.

With the Bailuzhou Park, the Confucius Temple Scenic Area and the Laomendong District serving     3     main display venues, this year’s Qinhuai Lantern Fair has set up 7 exhibition areas with 330 lantern installations.

    4    (compare) to previous years’ lantern festivals, one of the major highlights this year is the remarkable “the Year of the Dragon” theme. For instance, at the front of the Linxing Gate of the Confucius Temple in Nanjing, the lantern display features twin dragons winding around pillars, blowing out dragon pearls, symbolizing auspiciousness (吉祥) and reunion. Meanwhile, the Bailuzhou Park takes     5    (inspire) from the “Illustration of Lanterns in the Shangyuan Festival” as its creative theme, showing     6     total of 68 sets of lanterns in various sizes and forms, recreating the splendid scene of observing lanterns during the Ming dynasty as described in the ancient artworks.

The Lantern Festival in Nanjing this year not only celebrates the traditional customs of the Lunar New Year but also highlights the city’s cultural heritage and     7    (innovation) spirit, drawing visitors from across the nation     8    (participate) in the joyous celebrations.

A local elderly person said to a news reporter     9    (proud), “It has the reputation of No. 1 Lantern Festival in the world and the Qinhuai Lantern Festival     10    (be) the best in the world. It is the only large-scale comprehensive lantern festival in China that integrates lantern exhibitions, lantern festivals and lantern markets.”

9 . 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。

Chinese feature film Beyond the Clouds has touched a lot of moviegoers with its     1     (move) story of heroic rural school teacher Zhang Guimei. The production team of the movie told the Global Times that they hoped Zhang’s noble spirit and faith in education could     2     (convey) to the world.

Moviegoers praised the film Beyond the Clouds     3     (adapt) from the remarkable life of Zhang, who founded China’s first free all-girls high school in Huaping County, Southwest China’s Yunnan Province and     4     (help) over 1,800 poor girls head out of the mountains and realize their dreams of going to college.

As head of the school,     5     (visit) over 1,300 families in poverty, Zhang has traveled over 100,000 kilometers, earning her the title of “Outstanding Chinese Principal”. “Principal Zhang always thinks long-term and attaches great     6     (significant) to protecting girls’ privacy and dignity. She has devoted all her energy     7     the students. She’s a selfless     8     great person,” Yang Jin, one of the film’s directors, told the Global Times.

The film’s title     9     (actual) comes from the pledge (誓言) of the high school, “I was born beyond the clouds, not underneath a stream, and I desire to glare down upon the mediocrity (平庸) of canyons (峡谷) from the summit of the peaks.” “We expect children to see the film,     10     tells them that they need to overcome difficulties to climb up to the summit of the high mountain,” Yang said.

10 . Someone wise once said that there's no wrong time to learn. There's nothing more _________ than seeing someone try to study and learn new things years after they were last at school. A woman is now getting much _________ for graduating from Texas University.

Minnie Payne, a 90-year-old woman,_________ to get her Master's degree 73 years after graduating from high school in 1950._________ that she wasn't ready to give up on her academic career just yet, she went to Texas University. This made her the _________ graduate who completed her _________ and earned a degree at the university at any level.

Payne wasn't born into a family of intellectuals. She _________ quite poor in the South Carolina textile（纺织业）community. Despite her humble _________ , she said, “I've always tried to _________ myself. ”Talking about the importance of __________ and how it helped us, she added, "When you gain an education, you better yourself and those around you. Certainly, you gain __________ as well." She's undoubtedly a devoted student. Her __________ for knowledge coupled with her discipline is quite impressive.

According to Payne, her education wasn't an __________ part of her childhood, considering the __________ she was born into. Since her parents didn't __________ understand the importance of education, there was nobody there to __________ her in that direction. She said, "We were poor, but we __________ to realize we were poor because everybody else was in the same boat."

"Payne was __________ throughout the program to getting the education, knowledge and skills she __________ ," said Billy Roessler, who was Payne's academic adviser. "And her story __________ the fact that it's never too late to learn."

1.

A．frightening

B．contradictory

C．inspiring

D．joyful

2.

A．excitement

B．attention

C．service

D．encouragement

3.

A．agreed

B．happened

C．promised

D．decided

4.

A．Realizing

B．Hoping

C．Revealing

D．Remembering

5.

A．tallest

B．smartest

C．oldest

D．best

6.

A．purposes

B．coursework

C．challenges

D．exploration

7.

A．ended up

B．turned out

C．came out

D．grew up

8.

A．beginnings

B．personalities

C．strengths

D．requirements

9.

A．improve

B．express

C．simplify

D．identify

10.

A．reputation

B．environment

C．education

D．difference

11.

A．sympathy

B．knowledge

C．wealth

D．rescue

12.

A．application

B．demand

C．preparation

D．thirst

13.

A．important

B．extreme

C．obvious

D．especial

14.

A．platform

B．trend

C．poverty

D．direction

15.

A．traditionally

B．exactly

C．particularly

D．roughly

16.

A．believe

B．transport

C．accompany

D．push

17.

A．failed

B．struggled

C．longed

D．declined

18.

A．addicted

B．exposed

C．committed

D．attached

19.

A．lost

B．desired

C．supported

D．acquired

20.

A．monitors

B．replaces

C．changes

D．proves