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。

In September, UNESCO Director-General Audrey visited Zhoukoudian in Beijing. She was full of praise     1     a special structure which     2     (successful) protected Yuanrendong Cave from an unusual rainstorm in July. The karst cave     3     (reveal) the fossilized remains of 40 individuals so far.

The structure protects the site from the extreme weather, secretary-general Qin Changwei said at the 2nd World Cultural and Natural Heritage Forum. “    4     provides a reference for the protection of cultural relics, and suggests     5     (measure) for helping heritage sites respond to the influence of climate change.”

Organized by various organizations,     6     forum brought together some 50 professionals to discuss the protection and     7     (sustain) development of heritage sites.

“Climate change has been the subject of in-depth discussion by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee. Questions like how to balance humans and nature, how to respond to natural disasters     8     what new challenges this brings to World Heritage Sites are worth     9     (consider),” says Qin.

“Addressing the issue requires multi-sectoral and interdisciplinary cooperation, making full use of cutting-edge technology and jointly     10     (develop) risk prevention and response plans,” he adds.

2 . My favourite rock band graced the town. I headed to the concert with the desire to ______ my youth. At that time, I wasn’t exactly depressed, but in middle age, I had come to believe that all the big moments in my life were ______ me.

From the first song, I was ______ by the complexity of Jon’s new, innovative music, and I realized that Jon and his band were almost the same ______ as me. But unlike me, they were continuing to develop ______ . As the concert went on, I began thinking that I should also explore in new, untried ______ . If they could hug change, why couldn’t I?

The following day, I eagerly downloaded their new album. I found the song ‘Welcome to Wherever You Are’ ______ inspiring, since it seemed to speak directly to my situation. The words encouraged my belief in the power of untapped potential. As I listened, I resolved to ______ my own horizons and push myself towards new goals.

Within four months, I had proudly published my first short story. Another success soon ______ , and then a poem I ______ about summer giving way to fall won a national award. ______ by that success, I wrote a children’s book, found a publisher, and the book remains in ______ even now.

This ______ journey all began at that Jon’s concert, where what I thought was a destination turned out to be a(n) ______ . Taking the ______ path has led me to incredible, new places, and there is still much undiscovered territory awaiting me.

1.

A．forget

B．conclude

C．analyze

D．revisit

2.

A．behind

B．beyond

C．above

D．below

3.

A．struck

B．pained

C．confused

D．annoyed

4.

A．hobby

B．character

C．age

D．talent

5.

A．physically

B．creatively

C．mentally

D．emotionally

6.

A．deserts

B．professions

C．directions

D．occupations

7.

A．finally

B．especially

C．hardly

D．hopefully

8.

A．discover

B．respect

C．understand

D．stretch

9.

A．followed

B．disappeared

C．escaped

D．admitted

10.

A．appreciated

B．discovered

C．penned

D．established

11.

A．Settled

B．Encouraged

C．Shocked

D．Defeated

12.

A．print

B．progress

C．consideration

D．decision

13.

A．risky

B．transformative

C．wasted

D．plain

14.

A．holiday

B．task

C．obstacle

D．crossroad

15.

A．unbearable

B．unreachable

C．unfamiliar

D．untouchable

3 . Different forests in the western United States have unique combinations of trees and birds. One type has broad-leaved trees like ash and cottonwood, along with kingbirds. Anoher type has evergreen trees like pine and white spruce, along with juncos. Ecologists in the early twentieth century once claimed these ecological communities were precisely balanced systems, where every species had a specific role to play in a complex machine. They believed that removing or adding any plant, bird, or insect, could disrupt this balance and harm the habitat. One of these pioneer ecologists was Frederick Clements, who believed that in a specific climate area, ecological communities gradually moved toward the most balanced and integrated group of species in that region.

Clements was challenged by another pioneer ecologist, Henry Gleason, who took the opposite view. Gleason viewed the community as largely a group of species with similar tolerances to the stresses given by climate and other factors typical of the region. Gleason thought chance played a big role in where species lived. His concept suggests that nature is not highly integrated. Each species is responding individually to its surroundings. Gleason thought things could change in different ways, depending upon local conditions.

Who was right? It now appears that Gleason was more accurate than Clements. The ecological community is mostly a random collection of species with similar responses to a particular climate. Ash trees are found in association with cottonwood trees because both can survive well on floodplains and the competition between them is not so strong that only one can survive.

This is not to say that precise harmonies are not present within communities. Most flowering plants rely on pollinators (传粉者). But if we see a precise balance of nature, it is largely a product of our perception, due to the false belief that nature, especially a complex system like a forest, seems so unchanging from one day to the next.

1. Early 20th century ecologists commonly claimed that___________.

A．each species plays a specific role in the community

B．new species need to be added as communities develop

C．maintaining precise balance in community is challenging

D．it is important to protect communities by removing certain species

2. According to Gleason, what influences where species live?

A．How individualistic the species is.	B．Their ability to tolerate the stresses there.
C．The number of similar species present.	D．Their ways to integrate with other species.

3. Why does the author mention two kinds of trees in paragraph 3?

A．To show greater species variety in floodplains.

B．To provide evidence to support Clements’ theory.

C．To give an example of species that prefer to live on floodplains.

D．To support the current view on how ecological communities develop.

4. The underlined word “perception” in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to____________.

A．culture

B．environment

C．understanding

D．education

4 . He is a Chinese superstar, a piano genius who has sold millions of albums worldwide. Lang Lang has also used his fame and fortune to help state schools around the world that lack music, warning at a 2019 awards ceremony in London that such lessons had become “a real challenge” for children in the most disadvantaged communities.

Now he is bringing music to British state schools in an ambitious project that will set up modern “piano labs” in needy schools across the nation. Each lab will have 20 to 30 keyboards. The plan is inspired by his programmes in the US and China, in which he has invested tens of millions of pounds.

In the US, he has set up piano labs in 86 schools, giving 70,000 kids access to keyboards. In China, he has installed them in 104 schools, enabling 110,000 children to make music. This is primarily for pupils aged seven to 12.

The first UK school to benefit is the Winns primary school in Waltham Forest, London’s 12th poorest area. It will receive 30 keyboards within the next few weeks. Every lab is accompanied by a curriculum created by the Royal Conservatory of Music of Toronto and Lang Lang, with ongoing teacher-training, financial support, and headphones, allowing group piano classes.

Asked what inspired him to support UK schools, Lang told the reporter: “We were able to identify many similarities between state schools in the UK and public schools in the US in terms of the way access to music and arts can be extremely limited when budgets are cut…I was so surprised by how music classes are never guaranteed. The schools and teachers are incredible, and are so dedicated to providing their students with everything they can. But it shocked me how access to music education can be so limited.”

His charity quotes the Greek philosopher Aristotle: “Music has the power of producing a certain effect on the moral character of the soul, and if it has the power to do this, it is clear that the young must be directed to music and must be educated in it.”

Lang Lang said: “When I visit our partner schools and see the joy on the students’ faces or hear from our teachers about the progress students are making, I’m reminded of why we created this programme—to give children an opportunity to discover what they’re capable of achieving and to find their voices through music.”

1. What is the purpose of the first paragraph?

A．To offer background information.	B．To introduce an argument.
C．To discuss Lang Lang’s plans.	D．To highlight Lang Lang’s reputation.

2. Which schools will Lang Lang help in Britain?

A．Private schools.	B．Ambitious schools.
C．Remote schools.	D．Disadvantaged schools.

3. Why did Lang Lang decide to support schools in Britain?

A．The teachers are doing a good job.

B．Music classes aren’t always available.

C．The budgets are always being cut.

D．The schools are dedicated to helping students.

4. Which of the following is the best title for the passage?

A．Lang Lang—a kind and caring pianist

B．Lang Lang teaches the world to play piano

C．Chinese superstar brings music to British kids

D．Chinese piano genius looks for future piano stars

5 . Anne Frank Walking Tour—360 Amsterdam Tours

Description

As one of the most tolerant cities in Europe, Amsterdam became the “safe place” of the Jewish community during the 16th and 17th centuries. In this 2-hour tour, our expert guide from 360 Amsterdam will relate the past of a city that suffered the horrors of World War II, through the perspective of Anne Frank. Discover the story of Anne’s diary and how it was published. Find out how the Dutch treated the Jews of Amsterdam, as in the case of Anne Frank.

The tour shows the old Jewish Quarter to the Anne Frank House. Our professional guides will bring history to life and narrate how things unfolded during these times of terror.

Recommended: For people interested in European history.

What’s included?

•Local guide in English(Spanish, German, Italian, French, Portuguese and Dutch).

•A walking tour about Anne Frank and W. W. II throughout the historical sites of Amsterdam.

What’s not included?

•Entrance ticket to the Anne Frank House

•Food and Beverages

•Transportation

•Tips to the guide

•Entrance ticket to the Jewish Museum and the Portuguese Synagogue

Additional information

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure of the tour and buy your tickets online in advance.

Tickets to the Anne Frank House must be purchased in advance and online as there are assigned time slots to enter the museum.

Meeting point

Tour Starts: Nieuwe Amstelstraat 1— in front of the Jewish Museum.

Look for the orange umbrellas from 360 Amsterdam Tours.

1. What is the main focus of the tour?

A．Bringing history to life.	B．Showcasing Dutch traditions.
C．Exploring modern architecture.	D．Discovering famous Dutch writers.

2. What is included in the the 2-hour tour package?

A．Tips to the expert guide.	B．A guided walking tour.
C．Free food and beverages.	D．Free admission to the museum.

3. What is advised for the tourists regarding the tour?

A．Holding an orange umbrella.	B．Buying tickets at the entrance.
C．Booking tickets ahead of time.	D．Entering the museum 15 minutes earlier.

6 . We’re growing more used to chatting to our computers, phones and smart speakers through voice assistants. Out of these assistants, Siri is the most well-known spoken web. Blind people have been using text-to-speech assistant for decades.     1    

Some think voice could soon take over from clicking as the main way to interact online. They believe online interaction would soon depend mainly on voice.     2    

Building the spoken web—web-to-voice and voice-to-web—is by no means an easy task. For software to answer simple questions about the weather and play music for us is easy.     3     Artificial intelligence isn’t smart enough yet. Even turning your voice into text is one of the hardest problems to solve. There are as many ways to pronounce things as there are people on the planet.

Using voice interaction feels far closer than surfing the net the old-fashioned way.     4     But if something speaks, it must also listen. Our phones are always near us and they are constantly collecting their personal information. This has already raised privacy concerns. People worry assistants will one day be used to deliver advertising directly to us.

    5     In environments when one’s hands are occupied, such as while driving or cooking, the spoken web is helpful. Think about when you are cooking, it is natural to talk. And speech obviously makes sense when you are driving. On the other hand, in a quiet library, using voice commands to ask a question may not be as suitable as typing, as it could disturb others. The effectiveness of using voice depends on the specific surroundings.

A．Spoken web requires more personality to become popular.

B．But what are the challenges of moving to ”the spoken web“?

C．It is also possible to search for different information you need.

D．The benefits of using voice obviously depend on the context.

E．The informal tone of the assistant helps create an emotional attachment.

F．But to have a conversation with users on diverse topics is a long way off.

G．People who can’t read can also obtain information using the spoken web.

7 . When someone tells me that they’re going to spend just 3 days in Paris, I feel like they’re most likely not going to love it. I mean, it’s possible to have a great time if you do it right and put what you want to see at the first place. During such a short visit most tourists head to see the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Louvre and some other tourist attractions, and therefore experience crowds, long lines and not the real local Paris.

Take your pick and spend some time actually enjoying these things instead of rushing through everything. I’m not telling you not to see these famous landmarks, but in order to fully feel the Paris atmosphere, you need to stay in the city longer. A stay in Paris just for a weekend seems far from seeing all the great things.

Almost everyone is dreaming of getting to the top of the Eiffel Tower. But the moment you start approaching the tower you might realize that it’s not very romantic, as it’s surrounded by a ton of visitors and annoying vendors (小贩). The place is crowded, and lines take forever no matter when you visit it.

It’s hard to find a romantic spot unless you book a dinner on top of the Eiffel Tower. It’s something you will only do once, as it’s not the best fine dining you’ve ever had — you’re doing it just for the experience. However, if you climb the stairs behind the Croatian Embassy you may be able to find a quiet spot overlooking the tower. The view is wonderful and definitely worth it, especially at night when the tower starts blinking!

I recommend you to see the city from up high from the top of the Tour Montparnasse, Arc de Triomphe, or even a carousel (旋转木马) in Tuileries, and actually have the Eiffel Tower in your view.

1. What can be inferred from the first paragraph?

A．You can only see crowds at tourist attractions.

B．He who has a short visit doesn’t love Paris.

C．Visitor can have a good time traveling in Paris in three days.

D．It takes more time to experience the real Paris.

2. What is TRUE about visiting Paris according to the author?

A．Fully feeling the atmosphere of the city.

B．Only visiting the famous landmarks of the city.

C．Seeing the whole city at the weekend.

D．Rushing through all attractions in the city.

3. How does a tourist usually feel after visiting the Eiffel Tower?

A．Delighted.

B．Sad.

C．Exhausted.

D．Romantic.

4. Which can be the best title for the passage?

A．The atmosphere of Paris.

B．The tips of visiting Paris better.

C．The view of the Eiffel Tower.

D．The tourist attractions in Paris.

8 . Language clubs are friendly and supportive places where like-minded students can learn and practice a different language.     1    .

Chinese Club

The Chinese Club offers chances for you to appreciate the most widely spoken language in the world. In the club, we not only have conversation hours to practice speaking Chinese, but also watch films and listen to music.     2    . For example, we attend Chinese New Year Party. If you are interested in learning more about China, Join us from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. in the Grand Lecture Hall on Tuesdays!

French Club

    3    . It will organize events including conversation tables, language workshops, and museum visits We meet for two hours on Saturdays in the online meeting room for a variety of topics throughout the school year.

Russian Club

It is a club for both knowledge exchange and personal growth to students who want to learn about Russia. We offer a chance to discover Russian culture and history while making new friends.     4    . Every week, the lessons are held from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Thursdays, in Room 135 of the Teaching Building. All levels of Russian learners are welcome.

Italian Club

It is a club for those who share a strong interest in Italian culture and language. Join our extra-curricular activities to meet native Italian speakers, make pizzas, and host opera workshops! We meet every Monday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Overseas Student Center.     5    , you are welcome to join in the fun and celebration of all things Italian!

Make new friends and join us today! For more information about the latest activities, please feel free to contact languageclubs2023@gmail.com.

A．If you are interested in museum visits

B．Here are some clubs that you need to know

C．Moreover, we also celebrate traditional festivals

D．It is a club for those who long to learn cooking skills

E．Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced speaker

F．Besides cultural events, we also run many weekly lessons

G．It is a club offering group events about language and history

9 . Many teenagers care about helping other people. Few turn their concern into a career (事业). But that’s just what Tom Wilson did. At 12, he started volunteering. Now as the Youth Program Officer at the Connor Foundation, he leads national charity programs and helps the organization decide which projects to support.

“I learned about service by watching my parents.” Tom grew up in a town where people enjoyed helping others. His parents set an example for him with everyday acts of kindness. In 2002, Tom moved to another small town and decided to carry on volunteering. However, he found that there aren’t many choices for teenagers. So he started a nonprofit (非盈利) group, helping them lead their own service projects.

“I turned my love for service into my career.” Tom worked on his nonprofit in middle school and high school, and then one of his teachers advised him to make a career out of helping others. This led him to start a company that provided low-cost camps and educational programs for children. He learned it was possible to make a career out of helping others.

When Tom began his work, he found that some adults didn’t believe teenagers could make a change. Luckily, he was encouraged by his parents and other supportive adults. It was their support that gave Tom courage. Now he works to show teenagers that they can make positive changes. “We want teenagers to know it’s possible for them, their friends, and their generation to make a difference,” he says, and he has always believed in the power of youth to accomplish amazing and meaningful things. Tom advises that teenagers be creative as they look for new solutions to problems. He believes in the power of imagination. “Teenagers are so imaginative,” he says. “They don’t see the same difficulties as adults do.”

1. How did Tom know the value of service at an early age?

A．He joined a national charity program.

B．He discovered it through service projects.

C．He was chosen to be a Youth Program Officer.

D．He observed his parents’ daily acts of kindness.

2. Why did Tom decide to start a nonprofit group in a new town?

A．He needed to enrich his volunteer experiences.

B．He wanted to join in the educational programs.

C．He hoped to offer chances for teenagers to volunteer.

D．He wanted to make new friends with other teenagers.

3. What made Tom consider making a career out of helping others?

A．Pressure from his parents.	B．His teacher’s suggestion.
C．A need for low-cost camps.	D．His desire for a new career.

4. What does Tom intend to show through his work?

A．Teenagers should start their own careers.

B．Teenagers have the power to make a difference.

C．Adults are always supportive of youth projects.

D．Adults should help teenagers deal with problems.

10 . Fifteen years ago, an earthquake in Turkey hit the school where William Jefferson studied and he was buried in the ruins

He was ________ after 24 hours, but his legs, severely injured, had to be ________. At first, William was ________ and didn’t want to talk to anyone. Later with his parents’ support, William had the courage to spend the following five months in ________ and learned how to get around with his prosthetic (义肢) legs.

________ his prosthetic legs, William regained the ability to walk. Then he was able to return to school. With ________ grades, he got admitted to Ankara University. Later, he ________ his master’s degree with straight A’s and began to work at an educational organization.

In his spare time, William ________ videos on social media about his life and received many________ from other disabled people. They wondered how he could walk so well. That was when it occurred to William that he could make a contribution by helping those ________ to find suitable prosthetic legs and train them to walk ________ again. So he found a job as a doctor studying in prosthetic recovery. It ________ William to see disabled people unable to get out of their homes because they cannot move freely or fear being looked at. This is what ________ his work with recovery.

“I hope that one day when we walk down the street with prosthetic legs, we are not treated ________,” said William. “I plan to continue helping more people with ________ to be less disabled, to move more freely and enjoy life in the way they want.”

1.

A．investigated

B．saved

C．taken

D．trapped

2.

A．cut off

B．watched over

C．looked into

D．checked out

3.

A．traditional

B．curious

C．hopeless

D．unique

4.

A．recovery

B．concern

C．sadness

D．adventure

5.

A．In spite of

B．Except for

C．Thanks to

D．Instead of

6.

A．limited

B．meaningful

C．alarming

D．excellent

7.

A．delivered

B．created

C．registered

D．obtained

8.

A．posted

B．admired

C．revised

D．exchanged

9.

A．secrets

B．comments

C．suggestions

D．demands

10.

A．in need

B．on guard

C．in shock

D．on duty

11.

A．immediately

B．freely

C．effectively

D．patiently

12.

A．reminds

B．amazes

C．pains

D．challenges

13.

A．stops

B．disturbs

C．drives

D．honors

14.

A．normally

B．equally

C．formally

D．differently

15.

A．experiences

B．strengths

C．efforts

D．disabilities