1 . 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。

Music in its many forms is a powerful force. For centuries, people all over the world have created or listened to music in its     1     (variety) forms. The power of music can     2     (feel) from the beating of drums to the ringing of bells, from the sound of a piano to the clapping of hands and stamping of feet.

In many cultures, music making     3     (happen) with story telling. In some cultures it has been used     4    (help) treat illnesses. Today, music therapy (疗法) is a way of helping people with disabilities. For some people who have trouble     5     (communicate) in words, music can be the bridge     6     helps them express themselves more     7     (free).

The power of music is this―it will touch all our lives in some way. It could be we a e interested in the popular music of today and the classical music of yesterday, or have a fascination with creating wonderful instruments. It could be we join     8     band or an orchestra, become a street musician or     9     (compose), or we could simply be listeners.

Although the music today may be different     10     what the next generation will listen to, it will always be part of our world.

2 . The horse-face skirt, or mamianqun in Chinese, is receiving renewed attention on the fashion stage.

Far from being photoshoot prop, wearing the horse-face skirt has become almost trend among many Chinese celebrities and influencers for various international social occasions. On Douyin, China’s TikTok, individuals who sport the horse-face skirt on city streets in Paris and other international cities can easily gain millions of likes. A popular blogger on Xiaohongshu appeared on a British television program to discuss the development of the English Premier League in China while wearing a horse-face skirt.

From its first appearance during the Song Dynasty to becoming a standout representation of Chinese clothing, mamianqun has crossed nearly a millennium of history. In the current trend of traditional Chinese clothing reconstruction, how has the horse-face skirt stood out to become the most famous clothing?

Mao Zhaoxi, who is a hanfu enthusiast, told the Global Times that Hanfu is the external demonstration of culture, integrating the life philosophies, values, and aesthetic (美学) views formed and inherited (继承) by the Chinese people generation after generation. She said, “Many young people believe that the horse-face skirt is not just a fashion item, but also a cultural symbol. This shows the awakening of traditional aesthetic genes among the younger generations, indicating that the confidence in our own culture is constantly increasing.”

Moreover, Hu Xiao, one of the founders of the ancient Chinese costumes restoration team, analyzed one main reason of this phenomenon lies in the fact that the horse-face skirt has managed to remain relevant, never falling out of fashion. “Many people thought the horse-face skirt had disappeared for a while, but in fact, Chinese brides can always be seen in the costume of mamianqun.” The horse-face skirt possesses a strong sense of inheritance while also possessing fashionable features. This perhaps is the cultural DNA that enables it to become a fashion item.

The momentum (潮流) of Chinese-style clothing has begun, and how to lead the trend of Chinese-style clothing through design and how to stay at the forefront of the national trend is an issue that will not disappear in a short time.

1. What does the underlined word “sport” mean in paragraph 2?

A．Compete.

B．Display.

C．Exercise.

D．Decorate.

2. What can be learned from the text?

A．Horse-face skirts are Chinese clothing with a long history.

B．Horse-face skirts had become fashionable in Song Dynasty.

C．Horse-face skirts have been the main clothing for a millennium.

D．Horse-face skirts are leading the clothing design around the world.

3. Which of the following best describes the impact of the horse-face skirt?

A．It develops everyone’s aesthetic and philosophy view.

B．It represents the ancient Chinese costumes and life.

C．It wakens the young to love their own traditional culture.

D．It demonstrates the importance of Chinese-style clothing.

4. How does the author consider the future development of Chinese-style clothing?

A．Good beginning and it will lead the world fashion.

B．Good beginning and it will fall into the disfavors.

C．Good beginning and it will own fashionable DNA.

D．Good beginning and it will have a long way to go.

3 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What has happened in the park?

A．Some flowers are dying because of the dry weather.

B．Lots of flowers are opening up.

C．Some flowers have been planted in the park.

2. For what reason does Death Valley National Park have a world record?

A．It is the hottest place in the world.

B．It is the driest place in the world.

C．It is the smallest park in the world.

3. When did the “super bloom” happen before?

A．In 2005 and 1998.

B．In 2004 and 1998.

C．In 2000 and 2005.

4 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What kind of car does the man want?

A．Full-size.

B．Mid-size.

C．Small-size.

2. How much should the man pay a day?

A．78 dollars.

B．86 dollars.

C．87 dollars.

3. What does the insurance NOT include?

A．Car damage.

B．Personal accident.

C．Repair fees.

4. How long will the man rent this car?

A．One day.

B．Two days.

C．Three days.

5 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What did Orion Jean do in 2020?

A．He started a food charity.

B．He gave away toys to a hospital.

C．He fought hunger in his community.

2. How many books did Orion Jean gather in several months?

A．100,000.

B．250,000.

C．500,000.

3. What is Orion Jean’s third suggestion?

A．Working out the details.

B．Staying true to the mission.

C．Getting the community involved.

6 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why did the woman go to England?

A．To travel around there.

B．To visit her brother.

C．To do a study.

2. What did Harry advise the man to do in China?

A．Taste the local dishes.

B．Visit the Great Wall.

C．Go to the museums.

7 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. On which floor is the outdoor pool at Hotel Posada Freeman?

A．The 12th floor.

B．The 11th floor

C．The 1st floor.

2. What do we know about Casa Roxana Bungalows?

A．It’s simply furnished but quite clean.

B．Each room costs only about $15 a night.

C．It’s across the street from Olas Altas Beach.

3. What is special about Hotel Posada La Mision?

A．It is located in the west of Playa Madera.

B．It has a big bar on the top floor.

C．It has ancient red wood windows.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. When did the man watch the movie Mr. Brown mentioned?

A．On Friday.

B．On Saturday.

C．On Sunday.

2. What does the woman think of the movie she saw last week?

A．It is fascinating.

B．It is boring.

C．It is just so-so.

3. What type of movies is the man’s favorite?

A．Science fiction movies.

B．Action movies.

C．Horror movies.

4. Where will the speakers meet first next Sunday?

A．At the cafe.

B．At the cinema.

C．At the man’s house.

9 . Whether you are travelling for business or pleasure, every trip needs a little planning. Travel planning doesn’t have to be stressful, though. Here are some simple steps for you.

Start planning in advance.

    1     International trips can take months to plan. Trips during high seasons, like summer vocations, need to be planned further out than trips during low seasons.

    2    

Before you do anything, you need to know how much money you will have for this travel. It is easy to overspend when you are travelling if you don’t plan ahead. So start your planning by working out how much you want to spend on transportation, food, sightseeing and hotels.

Make reservations.

Booking transportation and accommodations in advance is quite necessary. Things like flights, trains and even car rentals can be quite different depending on when and where you book them. It’s worth considering booking accommodations online. There are many reliable websites for booking hotels.     3    

Make a tour routine.

Make your routine simple and clear. You don’t need to plan out every minute of every day.     4     Researching and planning these before you leave allows you to see and do more of you want.

Pack your essentials.

    5     For example, your ID card and mobile phone charges. Check the night before you depart. Check the weather and pack proper clothing for your trip.

A．Get ready to go.

B．Set a travel budget.

C．See your doctor for health concerns before your trip.

D．The longer you wait, the more expensive these will get.

E．The further away you want to go, the earlier you need to plan.

F．But schedule time for the things you really want to see and do.

G．No matter where you’re going, there are some necessities to take.

10 . After years of writing papers and cramming for tests, many young travelers look forward to their cap toss and the celebratory trip, which serves the purpose of celebrating the completion of this phase of schooling.

Danube River, Europe

Experience Europe by booking your family on a Danube River Cruise to have a great trip with your college-age kids. You can visit eight cities in four different countries as you cruise from Germany to Hungary, having a peep into European history and culture.

New York City, New York

If your college-going kids are into theater, a visit to New York City’s Broadway will be the perfect family vacation destination you can gift them. There is some new show that’s happening there always and could even be on the bucket list of the young adults in your family!

London, England

If your young ones have been bitten by the Harry Potter bug, a visit to the Wizarding World in London will be irresistible for them. See Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in his West End home, and then proceed to the Palace Theatre.

Kruger National Park, South Africa

South Africa’s Kruger National Park covers nearly two million hectares of land with a wide diversity of life forms along with historical and archaeological sights. The Cape buffalo, African elephant, leopard, the fish eagle and Marula trees are within sight.

For more information, please refer to the chart below:

Ratings	Danube River, Europe	New York City, New York	London, England	Kruger National Park, South Africa
Activities Attractions	5/5	5/5	4/5	5/5
Affordability	3/5	4/5	4/5	4/5
Safety	4/5	3. 5/5	5/5	4/5
Accessibility	3/5	5/5	5/5	4/5
Accommodation Options	5/5	5/5	4/5	4/5

1. Which destination appeals to animal enthusiasts?

A．Danube River, Europe.	B．New York City, New York.
C．London, England.	D．Kruger National Park, South Africa.

2. What may concern travelers to New York City most?

A．Accommodation choices.	B．Financial costs.
C．Personal security.	D．Transport system.

3. Who is this passage targeted at?

A．Graduates.

B．Parents.

C．Travel bloggers.

D．Tour guides.