1 . Orienteering (定向越野) involves running, jogging or walking, and using a map and compass to move between places. It’s a great way to have fun outdoors with friends and family. The aim is to move between points, called controls, in a certain order in the quickest time. Events are usually held in parks, fields or forests but they can also happen in towns and cities and even school playgrounds. People can take part either as individuals or as a team.

Beginners’ events will have easier controls to find and cover less distance — perhaps a mile or two. For experienced orienteers, the length of the course could be much longer and take in hills and rough ground.

Orienteers are given a “control description sheet” to help them find each point. This sheet has details of features to look for, like paths and rivers, and a code that must match the code at each control. You will either mark your sheet at each control or check in with an electronic card.

When you start orienteering, you will learn map-reading skills. A helpful tip is to keep your thumb on the spot that shows your location on the map. Keep it the right way round: the features in front of you on the ground should be in front of you on the map.

Orienteering maps can have five or six colors. Black areas show human features, like buildings; brown shows the contour (轮廓) lines (height of the land); and blue shows water, such as lakes and rivers. White and green together show woodlands; yellow areas represent grass and open areas. On orienteering maps, a course consists of a triangle, circles, a double circle and sometimes connecting lines. The triangle is the start, the double circle is the finish, and all the circles in between are checkpoints.

As you run between points by what you hope is the quickest route, you can take in the scenery around you and have a great time choosing your path and trying to finish in a fast time.

1. What can we learn about orienteering at the beginning of the text?

A．Its route is random.	B．Its result is distance-based.
C．It groups orienteers by age.	D．It integrates various skills.

2. Which aspect of orienteering does paragraph 3 mainly focus on?

A．Tricks of saving time.	B．The use of control description sheet.
C．Methods of checking in.	D．The importance of codes.

3. Why do orienteers keep their thumb on their location on the map?

A．To track progress.	B．To mark the finish point.
C．To maintain direction.	D．To highlight checkpoints.

4. What do the colors on an orienteering map represent?

A．Geographical features.	B．Difficulty levels.
C．Routes for competition.	D．Stages of the orienteering race.

2 . 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。

With some free time during the holiday, I thought it was time to achieve one of my China     1     (dream): visiting Harbin!

That afternoon of     2     first day was time to see the fabled (传奇的) snow and ice world of Harbin. This frozen amusement park just blew me away. The giant ice statues, all illuminated (发光的)     3     the inside, were simply magical to explore; and various attractions and games, such as sledding, made the trip all the more worthwhile.

Although busy, the park was still definitely manageable, and     4     was nice to see so many families who must have traveled from far and wide all having fun. My only regret was wearing only two pairs of socks and not three, as     5     the sun went down the temperatures quickly dropped as well.

On my second day, my tour took us to the old city center. While     6     (walk) down the pedestrian (步行的) Central Street, I found architectural influences from both the present and the past     7     (be) on full display, showing an amazing mix of cultures. In some ways, it reminded me of walking down Nanjing Road in Shanghai — just a lot     8     (cold)! The freezing temperatures didn't stop visitors from enjoying the local ice cream, however.

The magic of this icy city     9     (stick) with me since and I can't wait until next winter     10     (visit) again.

3 . Matt counted his new year gifts one more time as he tucked a robot-shaped eraser into each envelope. He prepared gifts for everyone for the next day's party.

When Matt got to school the next day, he saw a new girl in his classroom. She stood near Ms. Robins and looked around shyly. "This is Dorothy," said Ms. Robins. "Will someone volunteer to show her around today?" Matt raised his hand. He liked helping new kids feel welcome. "Thanks, Matt," Ms. Robins said. "Now let's get busy with our work so we're done in time for the party." That's when Matt realized he didn't have a gift for Dorothy. No one else would have one either. He felt a sad lump in his stomach.

As he showed Dorothy around, he was careful not to mention the party. At lunchtime, he walked Dorothy to the lunchroom, still worried about what would happen at the party. Dorothy had brought a packed lunch, so Matt showed her where she should sit and went back to his usual seat. While eating, Matt suddenly remembered that kids often included candy hearts with the new year gifts they exchanged. An idea popped into his head. He whispered it to the kids around him. Soon everyone at the table was nodding and whispering.

When they were back in the classroom after lunch, Matt told Ms. Robins about their plan. Ms. Robins agreed with a nodding smile. It was math time, so Matt invited Dorothy to study with him. He made sure Dorothy sat with her back to the room so she wouldn't notice her new classmates passing around an exquisite paper bag Ms. Robins prepared to collect their candy hearts.

Before long, it was party time. They played games and then had cookies and juice. Finally, they passed out their gifts. The room buzzed with happy chatter. Matt saw the sad look on Dorothy's face as she glanced at other kids' desks overflowing with envelopes.

"Here's your gift, Dorothy," Matt said, placing the paper bag in front of her. "It's from everyone."

Dorothy stared at the beautiful bag full of "hearts".

"We wanted you to have a special New Year's Day too," said Matt.

"Thank you," Dorothy said, smiling at her new classmates. "It really is a special day!"

1. Why did Matt feel a sad lump in his stomach?

A．He was guilty for forgetting about Dorothy.

B．He was worried that Dorothy would be angry.

C．He was afraid Dorothy wouldn't like the party.

D．He was concerned that Dorothy would feel left out.

2. What does the underlined word "it" refer to in paragraph 3?

A．Keeping the party a secret.	B．Gathering candy hearts as a gift.
C．Inviting Dorothy to study together.	D．Including candy hearts in every gift.

3. Which of the following words best describes Matt?

A．Innovative.

B．Considerate.

C．Modest.

D．Generous.

4. What's the best title for the text?

A．A Hearty Welcome	B．A New Year Tradition
C．The First Day of School	D．The Reward of Kindness

4 . Steamed stuffed tofu is tofu stuffed with a mixture of beef, shrimps, and vegetables, which is then battered and deep-fried until crispy outside and finally steamed with lightly seasoned sauce. The tofu is snow white in color and tastes extremely smooth and tender. When you bite off the pastry outside, the tender and smooth filling inside slips into your mouth.

Here is how to cook it.

1. Rinse (清洗) the tofu. Cut horizontally and then cut into big cubes. Scoop out a hole in each tofu cube.

2. Rinse the dried shrimps in cold water. Soak in hot water for 10 mins and cut finely by scissors.

3. Add all marinade (腌泡汁) into the minced beef, stir well and marinate for 15 mins.

4. Cut out the root of the winter mushrooms. Soak in water for 20 mins. Tear into small bunches. Drain (排干) and set aside.

5. Stuff the marinated meat into the tofu cubes and wrap on heat resistant cling wrap.

6. Steam the tofu:

-using electric steamer: steam at 100℃ for 10 mins.

-on the stovetop: put in wok when the water boils, steam on high heat for 10 mins.

At the same time, heat up the cooking oil in a pan on high heat. Add the garlic, winter mushrooms and seasonings. Then add the water. Cook and stir for about 2 mins. Then add the corn starch mixture at this time. Stir well and turn off heat.

7. When the tofu is done, drain off the accumulated liquid. Put chopped scallion on top and pour the glaze together with the winter mushrooms on top of the tofu and serve. Enjoy!!!

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1. Which of the following is true about the dish?

A．It stays fresh long enough.	B．It is rich in flavor.
C．It is a vegetarian dish.	D．It is stuffed and chewy.

2. What should be done after the tofu is steamed?

A．Stuffing the marinated meat into it.	B．Adding the corn starch mixture to it.
C．Draining off the accumulated liquid.	D．Stirring the garlic, winter mushrooms and seasonings.

3. Where can you probably read the text?

A．In a TV ad.	B．In a recipe book.
C．In a food magazine.	D．On a newspaper website.

6 . Why are the two speakers running to the river?

A．Because they want to go swimming.

B．Because someone is calling for help.

C．Because they see someone swimming.

7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the man going to do?

A．To visit a German friend.

B．To see Jackie Chan’s film.

C．To take a long walk with the woman.

2. Where does the man probably come from?

A．England.

B．Germany.

C．America.

3. How should the man go at the end of the road?

A．Turn right.

B．Turn left.

C．Keep walking along the street.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What kind of people will visit the science museum?

A．Visitors coming to the city.

B．Bill, Jane and their friends.

C．A lot of students from the city.

2. What does Jane think of the restaurants in the city?

A．They are big.

B．They are special.

C．The food is delicious.

9 . The road trip is an iconic (标志性的) American family vacation experience. Here are some road trips you can enjoy.

College Tours

If you are mapping out a college tour road trip with your teen, pick a region like the Boston area. There you can visit a mix of options that are large and small, public and private, and a mix of easy-to-get-into and reach-for-the-stars schools. Make the most of your visits by researching hotel stays that give you a taste of campus culture.

Road to Hana

To do this trip right you'll need 10 to 12 hours. The Hana Highway runs along a winding road dotted with 59 (mostly one-way) bridges and there are often a lot of crowds. But patience is rewarded with a large number of Mother Nature's finest offerings. Remember to stop at the roadside stands selling fresh fruit and banana bread.

Mount Washington Auto Road

Little kids get a kick out of the simple pleasures of leaf-looking, making a fall road trip through New Englanda perfect choice for this age. Add a little extra fun for the grown-ups by planning a side trip for this scenic drive in New Hampshire. Less than eight miles long, the road climbs 4, 600 feet above sea level along narrow mountain roads.

Pacific Coast Highway

This one is for you, tired parents. This stretch of Highway I running up and down the California coastline is an incredibly popular road trip for its breathtaking scenery —just the thing to relax your tired selves while your little ones sleep lightly in the back seat. From late October through February, you can also take your kids to the Pismo Beach Monarch Butterfly Grove, where more than 10, 000 of the butterflies migrate (迁徙) each year.

1. What can a family do on a college tour?

A．Visit the area with many colleges.	B．Stay in the student dormitories.
C．Taste delicious food on campus.	D．Explore the college with a guide.

2. What may happen if a family takes a Road to Hana trip?

A．Be caught in a traffic jam.	B．Take a long time to prepare.
C．Finish the trip in two days.	D．Sell their home-made snacks.

3. What do Mount Washington Auto Road and Pacific Coast Highway have in common?

A．People can enjoy butterflies along the way.

B．People can appreciate beautiful sea scenery.

C．They are suitable for parents with little kids.

D．They are perfect choices for trips in summer.