1 . 我市博物馆将举办中国剪纸（paper-cutting）艺术展，请你用英文写一则通知，告知学校同学有关事宜。
内容包括：
1. 举办目的、时间、地点；          
2. 展览内容；
3. 注意事项。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80个左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

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2 . Any time of the day you can commit to exercising is a good time for getting active. However, the best time for exercise is different for each person.     1    

Determine when you have the most energy. Do you struggle to get out of the bed in the morning or do you wake up energized and ready to go? Are you a night owl and never get to bed before midnight? Once you establish what your sleep tendencies are, you will have a better idea of when your body is most ready to exercise.     2     You are more likely to hit the snooze button instead of getting a workout in.

Consider your daily schedule. When are you the busiest?     3     Try to fit in exercise before or at least around these events. Some people would prefer to get it out of the way first thing, while others prefer to put it off until the end of the day when they are all caught up.

Determine your exercise goals. If you are trying to develop a routine, you may want to exercise in the morning.     4     If you are trying to improve your performance, evening exercise may be best. You may experience less tiredness, quicker reaction times, and more strength and flexibility in the evening. If you are trying to lose weight, you may want to exercise in the morning before you have eaten when your body is more likely to use fat instead of carbohydrates (碳水化合物) for energy.

    5     This way, you’ll see how you feel and find the time that works best with your schedule. Keep an exercise log to help you evaluate each time.

A．Fewer people exercise in the morning.

B．Do you perform better in the morning or at night?

C．People who exercise in the morning are more consistent.

D．When do you tend to schedule your most important tasks?

E．Consider your lifestyle and exercise goals to find the right time.

F．If you’re not a morning person, do not schedule an early morning workout.

G．Anyway, you’d better experiment with both morning and evening workouts.

3 . In the day, the view of Wuzhen is dominated by white walls and brown wooden doors, but this scene changes in the night when the different lights in the water town create various stunning colors against the black sky.

Of all the shops in Wuzhen, the workshop selling traditional handmade lanterns stands out the most during the night. The man behind these amazing creations is Gu Yeguang, a 53-year-old craftsman who was born into a family of lantern makers in Nanjing, capital of Jiangsu Province.

Although Gu has spent nearly his entire life making lanterns, he has never grown weary of the profession, saying that getting to teach the craft to young people is what motivates him these days.

To craft the frame of the lantern, Gu has to chop bamboo carefully into long and thin sticks before using a candle to scorch (烧焦) the areas that need to be handled. After bending the sticks, Gu binds the ends together and wraps the completed frame with paper. All these have to be done with great skills and rich experience.

The lantern workshop is without doubt one of the most popular attractions in Wuzhen. According to Gu, the workshop would receive more than 100 people during its opening hours from 9 am to 5 pm during the peak summer season. To craft a simple round lantern costs 30 yuan ($4.54). The more unique ones cost 50 yuan each.

After a large group of people departs the workshop following their short class on lantern making, Gu returns to his seat and continues work on a complex dragon-shaped creation. But before he could even pick up his tools, a small girl and her mother enter the space.

“Mummy, mummy, I want a lantern!” the girl exclaims excitedly. Gu raises his head and gets back on his feet. “Sure, let’s get started then,” he says. “Let us begin with this bamboo stick.” And with those few words he lights up the workshop, not with his lanterns but the child’s cherubic (天使般的) smile.

1. Why is Gu still committed to making lanterns?

A．He masters better skills than others.

B．He regards making lanterns as a family business.

C．He has to earn enough money to support his family.

D．He wants to pass down the craft to the young generation.

2. Which can be used to describe the process of making lanterns in paragraph 4?

A．Distinctive.

B．Romantic.

C．Significant.

D．Demanding.

3. What does the writer most probably want to imply in the last paragraph?

A．The educational methods of Gu Yeguang.

B．The busy but peaceful life of Gu Yeguang.

C．The promising future of handmade lanterns.

D．The commercial value of handmade lanterns.

4 . 在成长过程中，我们总是对未来从事的职业充满憧憬，你班将以“My dream career”为题目举办演讲比赛，请你根据以下要求写一篇英语演讲稿，要点如下：
1．你的理想职业；2．选择的理由；3．实现的途径。

Good morning, everyone!

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Thanks for your attention!

5 . 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。

Despite being 75 years old, Chai Tixia’s skills in Jianzi is truly impressive. With quick kicks, he effortlessly sends the Jianzi into the air and gracefully guides it to land     1     (gentle) on his head. Jianzi,     2     game that dates back to the Han Dynasty, is surprisingly simple: players must keep the Jianzi in the air,     3     (use) any part of their body except their hands and arms. However, to master this game requires a lot of practice. While enjoyed throughout China, Jianzi     4     (describe) by Chai as an important aspect of hutong culture. The narrow alleyways, located within Beijing’s inner city, provide the setting for the game’s     5     (popular). Each moring, Chai and his fellow hutong residents gather for their shared passion for Jianzi. Chai’s spirited matches with his neighbors have a big audience     6     (draw) to the artistry and excitement of the game. The onlookers     7     watch them playing with great athleticism are amazed at     8     Chai and his fellow players can achieve. Having practiced Jianzi for over 30 years, Chai cherishes the physical and social     9     (benefit) the game brings. Engaging in lively matches with his neighbors energizes his body, enhances his flexibility,     10     promotes unity within the community. Through Jianzi, Chai harvests not only health but a sense of belonging and friendship.

6 . 你校英语社团将举办以“Labor and Growth”为主题的演讲活动，请你用英语写一篇演讲稿，内容包括：
1. 劳动的益处：
2. 自己的劳动体验：
3. 发出倡议。
注意：
1．写作词数应为80左右；2．开头结尾已给出，可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

Good morning, everyone!

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Thanks for Listening!

7 . 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 comedienne and actress Jia Ling recently revealed that she was losing weight for     1     upcoming role during her gap time.

Jia Ling has lost 50 kilograms for her new movie YOLO. From the exposed photos, Jia Ling looks like a     2     (whole) different person. In the early teasers for YOLO, audience caught glimpses of Jia Ling’s dedication     3     her role as a boxer. However, it wasn’t until the movie’s release     4     viewers truly got to witness the extent of her transformation. Her     5     (define) abdominal (腹部的) muscles are clear and beautiful, making it hard to imagine that this is the same Jia Ling we once     6     (know).

    7     (slim) down from 100 kg to 50 kg can’t be achieved overnight. She thought if you can’t bear the pain of discipline, you will have to accept the mediocrity (平庸) of yourself. She is unwilling to settle for mediocrity and has chosen to challenge herself, determined     8     (exchange) sweat and effort for her glamorous transformation today. Her path to success has been filled with hardships and challenges,     9     she has never given up on her     10    (pursue)and dream for herself.

She shows us through her actions that regardless of the circumstances, as long as you have determination and perseverance, you can definitely achieve success. She not only brings us laughter and touches our hearts but also conveys a positive and uplifting energy.

8 . Last year, I started the journey of being a remote product designer. The thought of a flexible (灵活的) schedule, a comfortable home office, and the escape from the _______ public transport was incredibly _______ . The first few weeks were filled with a long-lost feeling of _______ .

However, the _______ of working from home gradually set in. I had started my day with the best _______ , promising myself quick breaks and regular stretches (伸展) . But deadlines, endless emails, and virtual meetings _______ me to my computer throughout the day, leaving me little time to _______ . Gone were the short walks to a coworker’s desk and the quick lunchtime walks around the office complex. Finally, my world was _______ to the walls of my home, my steps _______ in meters only rather than kilometers.

One day, I tried ________ one of my favorite dresses and it wasn’t passing through my waist (腰) at all. Looking at myself in the mirror, I saw a ________ person carrying extra weight, rather than someone enjoying freedom. The ________ of work and personal life had left me feeling like I was a never-ending motion machine.

This incident (事件) marked the ________ of a journey of self-discovery. I made up my mind that I needed a (n) ________ not just for my waistline but for my overall well-being. It was a promise to prioritize my physical and mental health, and a promise that I could ________ control over my life and my body.

1.

A．dramatic

B．severe

C．previous

D．crowded

2.

A．appealing

B．annoying

C．challenging

D．confusing

3.

A．direction

B．safety

C．freedom

D．responsibility

4.

A．duties

B．awards

C．problems

D．expectations

5.

A．concerns

B．reliefs

C．updates

D．intentions

6.

A．tied

B．inspired

C．guide

D．introduced

7.

A．reply

B．relax

C．react

D．read

8.

A．adapted

B．limited

C．related

D．addicted

9.

A．counted

B．repeated

C．watched

D．followed

10.

A．tidying up

B．putting aside

C．fitting into

D．getting back

11.

A．lazy

B．tired

C．rude

D．mad

12.

A．mix

B．success

C．balance

D．value

13.

A．distance

B．memory

C．beginning

D．training

14.

A．promise

B．excuse

C．answer

D．change

15.

A．maintain

B．ease

C．remove

D．regain

10 . A six-year-old girl has become an enthusiastic business helper in a "silent" foot spa where the owner and all of the employees are hearing-impaired (听力受损的), serving as a sign language translator for customers. Hu Yunjia, nicknamed Niu Niu, is the daughter of the foot spa owner Hu Yong. The father Hu, 34, lost his hearing and speech due to a severe fever in his childhood, making it difficult for him to get a permanent job. After finishing training in the foot spa and pedicure (修指甲术) abilities, Hu started the business in Chengdu, the capital city of Southwest China's Sichuan province, in 2019. Peng Feng, the mother, who is also deaf, works together with her husband at the shop. Despite its modest size, the shop attracts a steady stream of customers due to the couple's solid skills.

Evenings witness a peak in business at the foot spa, and this is when Niu Niu finishes school and plays a role as a sign language translator. "Madam, how is your day and what help do you need?" "Sir, my dad asked you to take this ointment (药膏) back home and apply it." Niu Niu delivers her father's messages to the customers in her sweet child voice and with rich body language, frequently amusing the guests. Besides translating, she enjoys introducing and promoting services to customers and answering phone calls.

Niu Niu started learning sign language from her parents at the age of two and began assisting at the shop at the age of four after kindergarten hours and on holidays.

"She is always cheerful, positive, enthusiastic and outgoing." said the customers and the school teachers. "Dad taught me to be hard working." Niu Niu explained. In her view, her parents are like superheroes who look after the family and her although they're unable to hear and speak. "Though my dad is different from other people, he is the best for me," she added.

Hu also recruited two hearing impaired persons in the hope of providing opportunities for people with disabilities like him. Niu Niu graduated from kindergarten and began attending a local primary school last summer.“She made me proud, and I am grateful to have such an 'angel' in my life. Now that she is a primary school student, I want her to focus more on her studies and less on my business. No matter what, I will give her my full support.”said the father.

1. What does Niu Niu do in the spa according to the second paragraph?
①She washes towels and bed sheets.
②She does some cooking for her family.
③She answers phone calls from customers.
④She passes her father's messages to the customers.
⑤She introduces and promotes services to customers.

A．②④⑤

B．①②④

C．③④⑤

D．②③④

2. How did Niu Niu begin to learn sign language?

A．By learning from one of their relatives.

B．By learning from her parents.

C．By learning from a teacher in a kindergarten.

D．By learning from videos on the Internet.

3. Which can replace the underlined word "recruited" in the last paragraph?

A．Brought up.

B．Took on.

C．Cared about.

D．Referred to

4. What is the best title for the news report?

A．Deaf couple runs foot spa business in Chengdu

B．Deaf couple's solid skills attract steady stream of customers

C．Girl,6, acts as translator for her deaf parents doing foot spa business

D．Girl,6, treat her parents as superheroes who look after family and her