1 . 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

2. What kind of collections can visitors see in the Museum of the History of Science?

A．zoological specimens.	B．collections of art.
C．historic scientific instruments.	D．mineral specimens.

3. Which of the museums can visitors go to any day of the week?

A．Pitt Rivers Museum.

B．Ashmolean Museum.

C．Museum of the History of Science.

D．Oxford University Museum of Natural History.

2 . 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。 续写的词数应为150左右。

Once upon a time, there was an old man who couldn't read or write. When he was little, his family was so poor that he couldn't attend school. But he always dreamed of being able to read.

One day, he took his seven-year-old grandson to school.

Since he didn't have anything to do that day, he didn't leave immediately. Instead, he stood outside his grandson's classroom and looked in through the window.

The kids' teacher, who was an old man in his fifties, entered the classroom when the class began. The teacher was wearing thick glasses. He started teaching. Through watching him, the old man found something interesting, He noticed that the teacher could read nothing without putting his glasses on. As soon as he put on his glasses, he could read very well.

“How amazing! said the old man to himself.

He waited outside the classroom until the class was over and stopped the teacher.

“Excuse me, sir," said the old man to the teacher.

“Yes?” said the teacher.

“I noticed something amazing. You can't read without the glasses, right?" said the old man.

"Yes, that's true. I can read nothing without them," replied the teacher.

"But you can read once you put them on, can't you?" asked the old man.

"Yes, that's true, too," replied the teacher, wondering why the old man was asking such strange questions.

The teacher looked at the old man, who left in a hurry with a big smile on his face.

The old man, who was extremely happy, decided to go to town to find an eyeglasses store. After being unable to read so many years, he finally found an easy way to read, which cheered him up. He realized what he needed to read was just a pair of glasses.

"I can finally read,” said the old man to himself when walking to the town.

Finally, the man arrived at the town. He looked around and soon found a store with glasses in it, The man happily entered the store.

Paragraph 1:

After the old man entered the store, the store owner greeted him.

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Paragraph 2:

The store owner, thinking the old man didn't like that pair, picked another pair far him.

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3 . 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.

2. Why did Michael Edwards choose ski jumping?

A．There was little competition.	B．The equipment was cheaper.
C．It took less skill.	D．It was easy to win the championship.

3. After the Calgary Olympics, Edwards       .

A．switched to film making	B．was embarrassed by his results
C．felt he had reached his goal	D．was glad it was over

4. What made Michael Edwards outstanding?

A．His enthusiasm for the sport.	B．His ability to overcome physical disabilities.
C．His attitude towards the Olympics.	D．His determination to win.

4 . 阅读下面短文，在空白出处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

To revive (复苏) the coronavirus-stricken economy, China is now promoting the idea of the Ditan, or street vending economy. According to a recent speech by the Chinese Prime Minister Li Keqiang, street vending is     1     "lifeblood" of the country. It's also a key source of     2     (employ) in this special period.

People have been encouraged to set up street stalls nationwide since Premier Li's speech. Now, people in China     3     (sell) their wares, including snacks, clothes, accessories and even rabbits, on the street, on pavements or in the trunk (尾箱) of cars.

Local     4     (resident) have welcomed the reopening of roadside businesses,     5     often supply goods at lower prices. Eating and     6     (shop) at roadside stalls is also a good choice for office workers when they return from work at night.

In fact, street vendors     7     (see) as a symbol of backwardness and poverty in the past. Although China is now restarting the street vending economy, some local governments and official media are against a large-scale return     8     informal street sales, arguing that there are many problems like food safety and product quality.     9     (develop) the street vending economy, health and safety regulations and urban planning should be     10     (serious) considered.

5 . Slow Walking and Ageing

Getting old might not be something that’s yet to cross your mind.     1    , so it’s something I’m sure we’d all like to control. That’s why scientists are constantly seeking out evidence that will show us what we need to do to achieve longevity.

    2    . To walk 10,000 steps a day or do three brisk 10-minute walks plays an effective role in our health. But the latest research might put a spring in your step if you’re accustomed to walking at a fast pace. That’s because the speed at which people walk is a sign of how much their brains, as well as their bodies, are ageing.

According to the result of those tested, slower walkers tended to show signs of “accelerated ageing”. Their lungs, teeth and immune systems were in worse shape than those who walked faster.    3    . Professor Terrie E Moffitt, has proved that a slow walk is a problem sign decades before old age.

This might be seen as a wake-up call for people with a slower gait who might feel it’s time to work out and get fitter. But it might be too late; researchers predict the walking speed of 45-year-olds using the results of intelligence, language and motor skills tests from when they were aged three.    4    .

So, what’s the point of knowing that a slower walking pace might mean a smaller brain? Well, researchers say measuring walking speed at a younger age, and understanding what this might mean, could be a way of testing treatments to slow human ageing.    5    . Any steps we can take to prolong a good mental and physical state is a no brainer!

A．Everyone wishes to keep young

B．There are various ways to exercise

C．We all know that regular exercise is good for us

D．But ageing is unavoidably going to get the better of us one day

E．This might help us make lifestyle changes while we’re still young and healthy

F．In other words, some signs even in early life will show who will live younger and healthier

G．To add insult to injury, the result also indicates the faces of slower walkers usually look older and they have smaller brains

6 . Exercise could not only benefit your body, but also improve your memory, researchers found recently. In their paper published on Monday, researchers from the University of California, Irvine in the United States and the University of Tsukuba in Japan introduced their experiment and conclusion.

Scientists invited 36 volunteers who were in their early 20s to do 10 minutes of light exercise before taking a memory test in which they were shown pictures like broccoli（西兰花）or picnic baskets and asked to recall them later. The same experiment was repeated with the same group of volunteers without exercising. ^u The memory task was really quite challenging , "   said Michael Yassa,co-author of the study and a neuroscientist （神经科学家）at the University of California, Irvine. "We used very tricky similar items to see if they would remember whether it was this exact picnic basket versus （对抗）that picnic basket. "

Researchers also scanned brains of some, of the participants during the experiment. They found strengthened communication between regions involved in the storage and recollection of memories in brains of those who had exercised. This suggested that just 10 minutes of light exercise like walking,yoga or Tai Chi might increase memory power.

As all the volunteers in the experiment were relatively young, researchers are still working to look at the effects of light exercise on older people. "Our future goal is to try to develop an exercise prescription（处方） that can be used by older adults who might have disabilities or mobility impairments,but can still adopt very simple exercise rules of life and be able to,perhaps,delay cognitive decline temporarily," said Yassa.

1. What did the researchers find from the experiment mentioned in the text?

A．Regular exercise is of benefit to the memory of all people.

B．Just a short period of exercise better young people's memory power.

C．Older people can also improve their cognitive power by exercising regularly.

D．All the volunteers in the experiment improved their memory through exercise.

2. Why was the memory task quite challenging?

A．The time to solve the questions was too limited.

B．The people in the experiment were disabled.

C．The items to be distinguished were extremely similar.

D．The questions asked by the scientists were too complicated.

3. What's the purpose of the text?

A．.To solve a problem.	B．To give practical advice.
C．To present a research result.	D．To tell an interesting story.

4. What can be a suitable title for the text?

A．Advantages of Exercising Regularly

B．Exercise Is Beneficial to Both Young and Old

C．Exercise Can Improve Older People's Cognitive Power

D．Ten Minutes of Exercise a Day Might Improve Memory

7 . 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.

2. What is the toughest in managing underground pipelines in cities?

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.

3. What does the author intend to do in Paragraph 5?

A．Add some background information.

B．Introduce a new topic for discussion.

C．Summarize the previous paragraphs.

D．Present some new functions of robots.

4. What is Ge Shengli's attitude towards the pipeline robots?

A．Doubtful.	B．Appreciative.
C．Critical.	D．Indifferent.

8 . Welcome to Cengiz Tours

If you are looking to have a relaxing and unforgettable vacation, sailing on the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea in Turkey, you are at the right place!

Cengiz Tours offers blue cruises starting from June until the end of October each year, in the Gulf of Gokova, located on the Mediterranean Sea.

You are encouraged to make reservations one-month ahead of time. The blue cruise usually starts from Bod rum, in the Gulf of Gokova, and takes you along the beautiful shores within the Mediterranean Sea. Cengiz Tours offers trips based on your desired destinations. Mr. Cengiz Tozluklu, a licensed captain, a skilled cook and a tour guide, has been sailing for almost 40 years, and will make sure that you have an unforgettable time during your vacation on his boat. He offers a pick-up and drop-off service at the Bodrum Airport. Three meals are included per day and so is moderate alcohol.

Please make sure that you inform us of any allergies or medical conditions you might have. Sleeping is quite comfortable on the sailboat and you are also certainly invited to sleep on the deck of the boat, under the stars.

Mr. Tozluklu is a very friendly tour guide, so expect your vacation to be extremely pleasing and a little surprising. The Mediterranean beaches, visiting beautiful Turkish countryside, watching the sunset and sunrise, the moon and the stars, swimming, fishing and enjoying the quiet coves within the Gulf of Gokova will be a vacation hard to forget.

Call for reservations. You are encouraged to make reservations one-month ahead of time.

Please note that there is a one-week minimum stay per tour.

Cellphone (Turkey) : + 90-533-923-3222

1. What's your feeling about sailing on the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea in Turkey?

A．Relaxed and excited.

B．Relaxed and puzzled.

C．Surprised and frightened.

D．Frightened and moved.

2. What can you do if you have any questions or want to make reservations?

A．Send an e-mail.

B．Visit Mr. Cengiz Tozluklu by yourself.

C．Make a phone call by +90-533-923-3222.

D．Come to the Gulf of Gokova by plane.

3. Where does the text probably come from?

A．A novel.

B．A travel guide.

C．A fashion magazine.

D．A news story.

9 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
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.

2. What do employees do on National Boss Day?

A．Show appreciation for their bosses.

B．Take

C．Learn how to run a comp any.

3. When was National Boss Day supported by the government?

A．In 1916.

B．In 1958.

C．In 1962.

4. What do bosses do on National Boss Day?

A．Receive cards and gifts.

B．Hold a party for their employees.

C．Have a day off.

10 . 假定你是李华，下周六你校将举办中国传统象棋大赛。你的英国笔友Leslie对中国象棋(Chinese chess)非常感兴趣，请你给他写一封邮件。内容包括:
1. 比赛时间和地点；
2. 比赛目的；
3. 发出邀请。
注意:
1. 词数100左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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