1 . People in Melbourne can find amazing art galleries featuring a wide selection of local and international talent in every corner of the city. Here is our list of the best galleries in Melbourne.

National Gallery of Victoria

This grand modernist building is Australia’s oldest and most popular art gallery. This title has been won thanks to the gallery’s outstanding and various permanent (永久的) collections and wonderful visiting collections. It often organises exhibitions and other events, which are all popular among visitors. Besides, its Tea Room and Garden Restaurant provide good service.

Honey Bones Gallery

This gallery is run by artists, and for artists. Its group shows often feature upwards of 40 to 50 artists and are known to draw nearly 1,500 visitors. What makes it special is that every artist receives equal treatment there. The gallery usually works with rising early-career talent and provides instructions to help them learn how to produce successful shows.

Heide Museum of Modern Art

Founded in 1981, the museum houses a number of modern and contemporary (当代的)artworks. It’s made up of three core buildings —Heide I, II and III, among which Heide II is an award-winning building. There’re also some large gardens, a special park and a cafe for visitors to enjoy themselves.

Footscray Community Arts Centre

This is a centre for cultural expression and community involvement (参与) and has been existing since 1974. The centre is suitable for everyone, from curious visitors to well-known artists. You can enjoy exhibitions about West Melbourne and the broader global community. The centre offers a range of training programs if you show an interest in art. There’re also film screenings, art workshops and performances, so you can check its website to keep up with what’s going on.

1. What is National Gallery of Victoria known for?

A．Works by award-winning artists.	B．Its high-quality customer service.
C．Its traditional building style.	D．A wide range of collections.

2. Which gallery can new artists benefit most from?

A．Heide Museum of Modern Art.	B．Honey Bones Gallery.
C．National Gallery of Victoria.	D．Footscray Community Arts Centre.

3. What is a feature of Footscray Community Arts Centre?

A．It holds online exhibitions.	B．It offers a place for picnics.
C．It organises a variety of activities.	D．It is run by a local community.

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6 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。

A man has risked his life to save a sheep that got stuck on a rock at a cliff edge (悬崖边缘) as the ocean’s tide began to rise. While     1     (walk) along the coast at Woolacombe in North Devon, Chris and his wife Jilly noticed     2     helpless animal that was looking up at them as if to say Help. So the two decided to try a rescue. Although Chris used to go rock climbing, finding a     3     (suit) path to the animal proved quite difficult for the experienced rock climber. The rocks were very pointed with limited footholds,    4    were really dangerous especially when wet. Jilly stayed on the cliff top     5     (guide) Chris and call for help if things went badly, but luck was on their side. Once Chris made     6     to the sheep, the animal had become even more nervous and was moving carefully so he caught it. Then he put it around his neck, held onto its front legs with one hand, and     7     (flexible) climbed up the. rocks with the other. Finally, the 50-kilo sheep     8     (carry) back to safety. Upon returning with the sheep, a large number of bystanders were cheering and praising Chris’s bravery. The owner of the sheep thanked him with     9     (grateful). “I don’t want to see animals     10     pain or danger, especially if I can help,” Chris said.

7 . It was a common summer day, and I was hiking in the woods. As I walked along the path, a sudden noise drew my attention. I froze,_________ of what to expect. That was when I caught sight of a lovely deer. It looked at me and my heart started racing.

For a few moments, the deer stood still, seemingly _________ whether to run away or stay. I also didn't move, not wanting to _________ it off. After a while, the deer seemed to be a little _________ and changed its position. I slowly reached out my hand. To my _________, it came towards me and touched my hand with its nose. I felt great _________ in my heart. From that moment on, this deer and I formed a(n)_________ connection. Every time I went hiking, I would _________ it. Gradually, I felt a deep sense of _________ towards it, determining to protect and care for it.

One day, I __________ the deer lying on the ground, injured and in pain. I knew I had to take action quickly to help it 31________. I immediately contacted a wildlife rescue charity, and they came to take it to a nearby animal hospital.1 __________ to it every day, bringing it food and comforting it to aid in its __________. It was a long and difficult process, but __________, the deer was well enough to be sent back into the wild.

Years have passed since that unforgettable __________ but I still think of the deer sometimes. It taught me invaluable lessons about love, friendship, and the importance of living in harmony with the natural world.

1.

A．unsure

B．horrible

C．tired

D．aware

2.

A．complaining

B．responding

C．considering

D．explaining

3.

A．escape

B．reject

C．harm

D．scare

4.

A．sleepy

B．relaxed

C．tense

D．concerned

5.

A．disappointment

B．regret

C．despair

D．amazement

6.

A．joy

B．stress

C．inspiration

D．faith

7.

A．negative

B．moral

C．special

D．frank

8.

A．look for

B．take advantage of

C．put aside

D．settle down

9.

A．humor

B．responsibility

C．belonging

D．timing

10.

A．caught sight of

B．tripped over

C．brought about

D．referred to

11.

A．continue

B．gather

C．return

D．survive

12.

A．delivered

B．tended

C．recognized

D．headed

13.

A．mission

B．growth

C．recovery

D．patience

14.

A．finally

B．obviously

C．definitely

D．absolutely

15.

A．challenge

B．communication

C．achievement

D．meeting

8 . Some educators are trying to engage(吸引) students’ attention with technology, such as educational videos, computer gaming and AI just to name a few. But using these methods in the classroom can be very challenging. Teachers using these tools often struggle to keep students focusing on the materials, competing with the latest social media, and can feel limited by using them to get some knowledge across. Graphic novels(图画小说) offering visual information married with text provide a means to engage students in the classroom.

Educators have used this method in their teaching. For example, instead of filling out problem sheets, students in a math class were asked to read a mystery called Who Killed Professor X? In this story, all of the suspects(嫌疑人)are famous mathematicians. As they tried to figure out the connections between the suspects, students often forgot that they were doing math focusing instead of finding secret details to solve the problem. Although this is just one experience for these students, it improves their confidence and shows them how math can be fun.

Jason Ho, an assistant professor at Dordt University, uses Max the Demon Vs Entropy of Doom to teach his physics students about a topic. This topic can be particularly difficult for some students because they can’t physically touch something. Ho said graphic novels can create an engaging learning environment, and most of his students now understand the subject by getting clear explanations for some ideas.

Although the Internet offers a lot of math and physics resources, it can be tiring to search through many hours of videos to find the perfect one to get the “aha!” moment in learning. Graphic novels provide a staring point with a wide range of topics. Want to learn about programming? Try the Secret Coders series. Need more female role models in science? Astronauts: Women on the Final Frontier could be just what you're looking for.

With all that graphic novels offered, we believe that the right set of graphic novels can inspire future scientists as much as any single person can.

1. What problem are some teachers faced with?

A．Teaching students to learn self-control.

B．Helping students gain high-tech knowledge.

C．Holding students’ attention with technology.

D．Controlling the bad influence of social media.

2. What is mentioned about graphic novels in Paragraph 2?

A．They are mainly designed for students.

B．They can make learning more enjoyable.

C．They require students to learn through performance.

D．They lead students to work hard on problem sheets.

3. What is probably Jason Ho’s attitude towards teaching with graphic novels?

A．Positive.

B．Doubtful.

C．Negative.

D．Curious.

4. What is considered the advantage of graphic novels over Internet resources?

A．They allow reading anytime and anywhere.

B．They introduce many role models to students.

C．They are more attractive with wonderful pictures.

D．They enable students to quickly find suitable materials.

10 . The Golden Gate Bridge is a well-recognized landmark in the United States. It spans (横跨) the Golden Gate Strait — a mile-wide stretch of water that connects the San Francisco Bay to the Pacific Ocean. The Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most beautiful bridges in the world. It is also one of the tallest.

The idea for a bridge across the strait had been around for many years, because San Francisco suffered from its isolated location. Planning for the Golden Gate Bridge began in 1916, but the design underwent many changes before construction finally started in 1933.

Joseph Strauss was the chief engineer in charge of the bridge project. However, he had little experience with the construction of suspension bridges (吊桥). For this reason, other engineers, architects, and designers made great contributions to the design and construction of the bridge. For example, the bridge owes its art deco (装饰派艺术) style and distinctive orange color to the architects Irving and Gertrude Morrow. Charles Alton Ellis did much of the technical work necessary to build the bridge.

It was not easy to get the project started. Financing had to be found, and there was much opposition to the very idea of a bridge. The US Navy, for example, feared, that a bridge would block ship traffic. The Southern Pacific Railroad, which ran the ferry fleets (轮渡船队), feared competition from the bridge. Many experts did not believe that it would be possible to build such a long bridge under such difficult circumstances. There are strong currents and heavy winds on the bridge site, which made construction dangerous.

The construction of the bridge finally began in 1933. The construction work set new standards for safety — workers were among the first required to wear hard hats, and a safety net saved the lives of nineteen men while the bridge was built. The Golden Gate Bridge was completed in 1937, when the bridge was opened to pedestrians (行人). It was opened to cars one year later. The bridge was finished ahead of schedule and cost much less than originally budgeted.

Because the Golden Gate Bridge is the first sight for many people arriving in the United States by ship, it is sometimes called the “Statue of Liberty” for the West Coast.

1. According to the text, the Golden Gate Bridge                  .

A．is the best-known symbol of America	B．crosses the Golden Gate Strait
C．crosses the San Francisco Bay	D．is about a mile wide.

2. Why was the idea for the bridge put forward?

A．To give the West Coast a new tourist attraction.

B．To connect San Francisco to the Pacific Ocean.

C．To set up a well-known landmark.

D．To compete with the ferry fleets.

3. The idea for the Golden Gate Bridge                  .

A．was first suggested in 1916

B．was first put forth by Joseph Strauss

C．was perfected by Gertrude Morrow in 1933

D．was put forward long before construction started

4. What can we learn about the Golden Bridge from paragraph 5?

A．It was finished under budget.

B．It was delayed for one year.

C．It was opened to the vehicles in 1937.

D．It was the first to set safety standards.