1 . We had to put our Belgian sheepdog Shadow to sleep yesterday. He was hands down the worst dog I have ever had—not so much a superdog as a superbad dog. For the first two years of his life, we worked relentlessly to train him to do the basic things. He balked at all of it. When made to lie down, he would roll his back and cry out as if he were being beaten. If pushed too hard, he would bite — never to draw blood, but enough to let you know who was in charge.
Frustrated, we sent him to a professional trainer, who took him into his home to work with him one-on-one. After the agreed-upon two weeks of training, the handler called and sheepishly asked for another two weeks with Shadow, free of charge, as he had been unable to make any progress. In another two weeks, we got the same phone call. So, after six weeks, the dog trainer returned our dog with apologies, stating that this was the first dog that he’d ever deemed untrainable. Shadow appeared quite pleased with himself.
For all of his 13 years, Shadow bested us, allowing us the privilege of living in his home. On his last day, my daughter commented, “Mom, I know he doesn’t feel good because he is not growling at me when I kiss his face.” That was him. Shadow was a genius. How else could he have compelled us to love the worst dog.
1. Shadow would bite when we push him too hard ________.| A．to make us bleed | B．to beat us | C．to train him | D．to show dissatisfaction |
| A．Because he wanted to work with Shadow. |
| B．Because he wanted to charge more money. |
| C．Because he failed to train Shadow well within the agreed time. |
| D．Because Shadow was quite pleased with himself. |
| A．He didn’t like being trained. |
| B．He spent twelve weeks altogether with the trainer. |
| C．He became the first dog that the trainer failed to train. |
| D．He would growl at our daughter when she kissed him. |
| A．naughty and intelligent | B．friendly and trainable |
| C．unkind and untrainable | D．superbad and disobedient |
2 . Welcome to Oxford University Museums
Ashmolean Museum
Established in 1683, the Ashmolean Museum is the oldest museum in the UK and one of the oldest in the world. It houses the University's extensive collections of art and antiquities, ranging back over four millennia.
Location: Beaumont Street Tel: 01865 278000
Open: Tue.—Sun. 10:00—17:00
Charge: Admission is free; special exhibitions are ticketed and a charge may apply
Note: For group bookings Tel: 01865 278015
Oxford University Museum of Natural History
The University Museum of Natural History houses the University's collections of zoological, entomological, paleontological and mineral specimens. With 4.5 million specimens it is the largest collection of its type outside of the national collections.
Location: Parks Road Tel: 01865 272950
Open: 10:00—17:00 daily
Charge: Admission is free
Note: Groups must book in advance
Museum of the History of Science
The Museum of the History of Science is housed in the world's oldest surviving purpose-built museum building. It contains the world's finest collection of historic scientific instruments.
Location: Broad Street Tel: 01865 277280
Open: Tue.—Sun. 12:00 —17:00
Charge: Admission is free
Note: Booking required for groups of 15 or more
Pitt Rivers Museum
The Pitt Rivers Museum holds one of the world's finest collections of anthropology and archaeology, with objects from every continent and from throughout human history.
Location: Parks Road Tel: 01865 270927
Open: Tue.—Sun. and Bank Holiday Mondays: 10:00—16:30; Mon. 12:00—16:30
Charge: Admission is free
Note: Groups must book in advance
1. A group of 20 students want to pay a visit to the Ashmolean Museum, they should call .| A．01865 278000 | B．01865 278015 |
| C．01865 270927 | D．01865 277280 |
| A．zoological specimens. | B．collections of art. |
| C．historic scientific instruments. | D．mineral specimens. |
| A．Pitt Rivers Museum. |
| B．Ashmolean Museum. |
| C．Museum of the History of Science. |
| D．Oxford University Museum of Natural History. |
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Human beings has been interested in robots for quite some time. Scientists are always inventing new and better robots, that will play an important role in our future lives.
First, smarter robots will help us for the housework. They will take over jobs such as preparing meals, washing dishes, and sweep the floor. So we will have much free time to have a fun than before. Second, robots will be helpful for our work. They will do all the heavy and dangerous work, and help out in hospitals, schools and offices. Third, robots will be your friends. Whenever we felt sad, lonely or upset, we can have a chat with a robot. Robots will not only be good listeners but they will also offer us good advices.
In conclusion, robots will be more and more intelligent and we will benefit it in many ways.
I have listened to music all my life. When I was twelve years old, the Beatles came to America and my whole world opened up. Maybe young people today cannot understand the influence of the Beatles when they exploded across America. Their influence changed the way we dressed, looked, acted and spoke... even our culture. The Beatles arrived in America from the UK just under three months after the assassination(暗杀) of President John Kennedy, which had put America into a great depression. And the freshness and lively spirit of the Beatles was exactly what the country needed to refresh itself.
Music links the heart of the hearer with that of the composer. This means that it mixes the spirit of the composer with your spirit when you listen to it. And the music can take your spirit out of your body and transport you into another world. Music has a great way of touching people. Music can make you laugh, cry or shout. It's also a great source of inspiration.
Try this one day and notice what happens: make yourself a cup of tea, sit on your sofa and play one of your favorite songs. Close your eyes, and soon you'll find yourself creating vivid mental images—matching the music that you are listening to.
1. Music has magical power because it ________.
| A．is a kind of language |
| B．can be played much louder than words |
| C．receives a personal radio signal |
| D．can influence a person's spirit |
| A．were the biggest band in American history |
| B．are not accepted by modern American people |
| C．appeared at a special time in American politics |
| D．represented the roots of American culture |
| A．feeling very refreshed |
| B．having emotional changes |
| C．painting some vivid pictures |
| D．feeling inspired by the composer |
| A．has been influenced by the Beatles |
| B．enjoys drinking tea in his spare time |
| C．admires President John Kennedy very much |
| D．likes to match his own feeling with that of the composer |
5 . Several months ago, I was asked to be friends with a guy named Matt. I was told that Matt had been in a motorcycle
If there was anyone who could have fallen into a pit(深渊)of
Matt put the following
Matt has a new
| A．accident | B．match | C．display | D．deal |
| A．in case of | B．on top of | C．as a result of | D．in spite of |
| A．scratched | B．burned | C．masked | D．dotted |
| A．treatment | B．peace | C．progress | D．shape |
| A．feed | B．experience | C．breathe | D．live |
| A．astonishing | B．disappointing | C．encouraging | D．thrilling |
| A．stand | B．speak | C．wake | D．walk |
| A．self-love | B．self-pity | C．self-control | D．self-confidence |
| A．afforded | B．agreed | C．chose | D．refused |
| A．cheerfully | B．beautifully | C．faithfully | D．actively |
| A．Believe it or not | B．Sooner or later | C．Once in a while | D．To be exact |
| A．essay | B．proverb | C．quote | D．report |
| A．passed | B．rolled | C．brought | D．pulled |
| A．imagine | B．see | C．create | D．obtain |
| A．choice | B．privilege | C．routine | D．habit |
| A．links up with | B．decides on | C．catches up with | D．depends on |
| A．discovery | B．concept | C．goal | D．life |
| A．share | B．relate | C．convey | D．compare |
| A．Therefore | B．Otherwise | C．However | D．Besides |
| A．figure | B．inspiration | C．success | D．educator |
6 . Being highly successful in any field is pretty rare. It takes a combination of natural talent, luck, determination, and plenty of outside support for someone to make it big in sports, entertainment, or business. But what if competing is all that matters to you, whether you are likely to succeed or not? This was the goal of Michael Eddie the Eagle Edwards, and that he reached that goal was an amazing achievement.
Born in the U.K. in 1963, Michael was an enthusiastic downhill skier whose dream was to compete for Britain in world-class competitions. He would have liked to represent his country in the 1984 Winter Olympics, but there were a large number of downhill competitors, and Edwards didn't qualify. Seeing his chance elsewhere, he switched to ski jumping. Ski jumping didn't cost nearly as much, and there was almost no competition for a place on the Britain team.
But a number of hurdles（障碍）could have meant the end of Edwards' dream. He weighed more than most competitors, which put him at a disadvantage. He had no financial support for his training. Poor eyesight meant that he had to wear glasses under his goggles（护目镜）—not a good thing when they steamed up at high altitudes. But he couldn't let any of this discourage him. He saw himself as a true lover of the sport who simply wanted the chance to compete. Winning wasn't the point. Having the opportunity to try was all he cared about. And nothing could stop him from trying.
In the end, Edwards took 55th place in the 1987 World Championships. He then went on to the Calgary Olympics in 1988, where he finished last in both of his events. Many athletes would have been embarrassed by this result, but he is proud of his achievement to this day. His determination to fight against all the odds made him a global hero, and in 2016, the inspiring film Eddie the Eagle was made about his life.
1. What is the purpose of the first paragraph?| A．To add some background information. | B．To introduce the topic. |
| C．To expect an answer from readers. | D．To uncover the secret of success. |
| A．There was little competition. | B．The equipment was cheaper. |
| C．It took less skill. | D．It was easy to win the championship. |
| A．switched to film making | B．was embarrassed by his results |
| C．felt he had reached his goal | D．was glad it was over |
A．His enthusiasm for the sport. | B．His ability to overcome physical disabilities. |
| C．His attitude towards the Olympics. | D．His determination to win. |
1. What can we learn about National Boss Day?
| A．It was started by Mr. Haroski. |
| B．It is only celebrated in America. |
| C．It isn’t always celebrated on October 16th. |
| A．Show appreciation for their bosses. |
| B．Take |
| C．Learn how to run a comp any. |
| A．In 1916. |
| B．In 1958. |
| C．In 1962. |
| A．Receive cards and gifts. |
| B．Hold a party for their employees. |
| C．Have a day off. |
8 . 72-year-old Darlene Mullins recently graduated from Tennessee State University in Nashville, Tennessee. Darlene left school nearly 55 years ago in the name of love. She was studying at the college and met her husband-to-be, John Mullins, in 1962, The two knew they would marry each other the moment they met. She finished her freshman year with 25 credits and married John in 1963. Her husband graduated in 1964 and began working.
Darlene took care of the household and was a stay-at-home mother to their son and daughter. The family lived in six states over the years, due to John's successful career in business. Darlene eventually began a career in retail as their children grew older. Though she remained busy, she always longed to finish school. She always told her children to make sure they finish what they started and she kind of felt it was time to live up to her own dream.
John was very supportive when she told him she was going back to school. He knew the day would come when she decided to finish her degree. He told her whenever she was ready they would go. The couple moved back to Nashville in 2013 when Darlene re-enrolled. She had to adjust to the technological advances in the classroom, saying that she was determined to finish no matter how long it took. After completing four years, Darlene graduated with a degree, “I feel like God has given me a second chance.” she said‘ She hopes that her story can inspire others to pursue a degree.
1. Why did Darlene decide to leave university early?| A．She was tired of school life. |
| B．She met a boy she loved a lot. |
| C．Her family was too poor then. |
| D．Her friend John Mullins left her. |
| A．Her husband's career failed eventually. |
| B．The whole family lived in the same city. |
| C．She often longed to go back to school. |
| D．Her children advised her to finish school. |
| A．He did his best to help her, |
| B．He managed to hold her back. |
| C．He told her that it was impossible. |
| D．He asked her to continue her career. |
| A．Never leave school too early. |
| B．It's nothing to leave school early. |
| C．It's often great to put family first. |
| D．It's never late to return to school. |
9 . A six-wheeled robot travels underground in Hefei to discover warning signs of faults inside the pipeline network, "It looks like a toy car at first, but it's much more complicated than that," said Xu Mao, the robot 's operator.
The pipeline robot, developed by Wuhan Easy-Sight Technology, is made up of four parts — crawler, camera, cable reel, and controller. A full charge can enable the robot to work for four to five hours, covering a distance between 800 and 1 ,000 meters in the underground p ipeline.
The robot made its appearance last month in Shushan District. It will carry out inspections of the underground pipeline network stretching 150 kilometers. " Whether the pipe is leaking, damaged or blocked, we can clearly see its situation through high-definition(高清晰度的)cameras fixed into the robot, " said Qi Chuanshuai from the provincial construction engineering and testing institute.
The real-time data including video images of the pipe will be up loaded and displayed on a computer. "If we find any problems, we stop the robot and record the flaws," Xu said. "We report the faults to local government, who will arrange the repair as soon as possible. "
With the rapid develop merit of cities, it is becoming increasingly difficult to manage underground pipelines. Among all the difficulties, discovering faults in the sewage (污水)and rainwater pipelines comes first. Many other cities such as Wuhan, Nanjing, Shenzhen, and Shanghai are using the robots to inspect their pipelines, the robot ' s developer said.
Equipped with environmental detection sensors, the robots can monitor temperature and damp, poisonous gases, oxygen levels and smoke density, while providing color diagram in real time. "Compared with human workers, robots are able to enter smaller pipes and are immune (有免疫力的)to poisonous gases in sewage pipes," said Ge Shengli from Shushan District' s city management company. " No digging is required and there is no need to interrupt traffic," Ge added.
1. What does Paragraph 2 mainly tell us about the pipeline robot?| A．Its developer. |
| B．Its components. |
| C．Its characteristics. |
| D．Its outward appearance. |
| A．Locating the position where the pipelines are. |
| B．Handling the poisonous gases in sewage pipes, |
| C．Arranging the repair and maintenance of pipelines. |
| D．Discovering flaws in the sewage and rainwater pipelines. |
| A．Add some background information. |
| B．Introduce a new topic for discussion. |
| C．Summarize the previous paragraphs. |
| D．Present some new functions of robots. |
| A．Doubtful. | B．Appreciative. |
| C．Critical. | D．Indifferent. |
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A friend of mine was giving English lesson to a class of foreign placing quite a number of everyday object on a table，he asked them to give her the ruler,the book and so on. The class went very smooth. The students seemed interested in the work until my friend turned on to an Italian student but said，“ Give me the keys. The Italian looked surprising and somewhat at a loss. Seeing this，My friend thinks that the Italian hadn't heard him clearly. However, he repeated, “Give me the keys.” The Italian then kissed him on all cheeks.
