1 . America’s youth is turning its back on tobacco. According to a study recently published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), cigarette smoking among US high school students is at an all-time low. One in 5 US high school students in 2016 reported using a tobacco product within the past 30 days, an improvement from 1 in 4 students just one year before.
“These findings show the importance of continuing to implement the evidence-based strategies that we now work to reduce all forms of tobacco product use, including e-cigarettes, among our nation’s youth,” says Brian King, of the CDC’s Office on Smoking and Health and senior author of the study.
And it’s not just tobacco: Drug use among US teens is down across the board. The National Institute on Drug Abuse has published annual reports on US teens’ drug use since 1996, and the 2016 survey shows the lowest rates of illegal drug and alcohol use. Marijuana (大麻) use remained “mostly steady”. “It is encouraging to see more young people making healthy choices not to use illegal substances,” says former National Drug Control Policy Director Michael Botticelli.
All individual forms of tobacco such as cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, and smoke-less tobacco saw declines in usage in 2016. Experts are especially encouraged by the decline in cigarettes, the most popular tobacco product among teens. In 2016, 11.3 percent of high school students reported using e-cigarettes, down from 16 percent in 2015.
Dr. King says adaptation is key to the decline of e-cigarettes. “We have over a half-century of science telling students about the harmful effects of tobacco use and what works best to prevent it,” says King. “E-cigarettes are the most commonly used tobacco product among our nation’s youth, and it’s critical that our proven strategies are modernized to keep pace with the changing tobacco product landscape.”
1. What does the underlined word “implement” in Paragraph 2 mean?| A．Delay. | B．Perform. | C．Schedule. | D．Control. |
| A．US teens’ drug use has decreased. |
| B．There are many forms of tobacco. |
| C．E-cigarettes are popular among US teens. |
| D．The strategies are put forward by experts. |
| A．Disapproving. | B．Suspicious. | C．Favorable. | D．Ambiguous. |
| A．US teen tobacco use declines. | B．High percent of teen tobacco use. |
| C．The harmful effects of tobacco use. | D．The strategies to reduce tabasco use. |
2 . One of my wonderful memories is about a Christmas gift. Unlike other gifts, it came without wrap (包装).
On September 11th, 1958, Mum gave birth to Richard. After she brought him home from hospital, she put him in my lap, saying, “I promised you a gift, and here it is.” What an honour! I turned four a month earlier and none of my friends had such a baby doll of their own. I played with it day and night. I sang to it. I told it stories. I told it over and over how much I loved it!
One morning, however, I found its bed empty. My doll was gone! I cried for it.Mum wept and told me that the poor little thing had been sent to a hospital. It had a fever. For several days, I heard Mum and Dad whispering such words as “hopeless”, “pitiful”, and “dying”, which sounded ominous.
Christmas was coming. “Don’t expect any presents this year,” Dad said, pointing at the socks I hung in the living room.“If your baby brother lives, that’ll be Christmas enough.” As he spoke, his eyes filled with tears. I’d never seen him cry before.
The phone rang early on Christmas morning. Dad jumped out of bed to answer it. From my bedroom I heard him say, “What? He’s all right?” He hung up and shouted upstairs. “The hospital said we can bring Richard home!”
“Thank God!” I heard Mum cry.
From the upstairs window, I watched my parents rush out to the car. I had never seen them so happy. And I was also full of joy. What a wonderful day! My baby doll would be home. I ran downstairs. My socks still hung there flat. But I knew they were not empty; they were filled with love!
1. What happened to the author on September 11th, 1958?| A．He got a baby brother. |
| B．He got a Christmas gift. |
| C．He became four years old. |
| D．He received a doll. |
| A．Impossible. | B．Boring. |
| C．Difficult. | D．Fearful. |
| A．Excitement. | B．Happiness. |
| C．Sadness. | D．Disappointment. |
| A．A sad Christmas day. |
| B．Life with a lovely baby. |
| C．A special Christmas gift. |
| D．Memories of a happy family. |
3 . Amazing Waterfalls from All over the World
Plitvice Waterfalls
Located in Croatia, Plitvice Lakes National Park looks like something pulled out of the Garden of Eden. There are 16 clear lakes with beautiful waterfall pouring into them Water moves over stones to create natural dams and the water has also created beautiful caves. Walking through this park and dapping your toes in the water are nothing short of magic. Bring a camera and prepare for one of the prettiest parks on the planet.
Victoria Falls
Thus waterfall was founded by a Scottish person back in 1855. The explorer named the waterfall in honor of his queen at the time, Queen Victoria. Located in South Africa, Victoria Fall is considered one of the largest waterfalls on the planet. To say that Victoria Falls is an important natural formation would be an understatement as it is truly a wonder in thus world. With a cheap flight ticket you can spend the rest of you money on a quality hotel reservation (预定) near the park
Angel Falls
Angel Falls is the highest waterfall un the world with a straight flow down for over 3,212 feet. The waterfall is located in the Canaima National Pack, which is named after the first discoverer of the falls: Jimmie Angel Jimmie Angel was a pilot who was the first person lo ever fly over the waterfall. If you want to visit the falls you will have to jumps through some hoops to get there.
Yosemite Falls
Yosemite National Park pulls in tourists by the handful for a good reason Located in the park is Yosemite Falls which is the highest waterfall in all of North America Yosemite Falls drops for 2,425 feet but this height is based on the amount of snow in the park at the time. So if you want that perfect picture, make sure to go during the right part of the season!
1. What can you do when visiting Plitvice Waterfalls?| A．Put your feet in the water. | B．Enjoy the sight of snow. |
| C．Stay in a quality hotel. | D．Watch it from the sky. |
| A．They have many caves | B．They are hard to teach. |
| C．They can only be visited by plane | D．They are named after people. |
| A．Angel Falls. | B．Victoria Falls. | C．Yosemite Falls. | D．Plitvice Waterfalls. |
4 . Eyes can speak
Much meaning can be conveyed, clearly, with our eyes, so it is often said that eyes can speak.
The same is true in our daily life. If you are stared at for more than necessary, you will look at yourself up and down to see if there is anything wrong with you.
Looking too long at someone may seem to be rude and aggressive.
However, when two people are engaged in a conversation, the speaker will only look into the listener’s eyes from time to time to make sure that the listener does pay attention to what the former is speaking.
Actually, eye contact should be made based on specific relationships and situations.
| A．That’s what normal eye contact is all about. |
| B．But things are different when it comes to staring at the opposite sex |
| C．Therefore, continuous eye contact is limited to lovers only. |
| D．On the contrary, it will give him away. |
| E．After all, nobody likes to be stared at for quite a long time. |
| F．Do you have such kind of experience? |
| G．If nothing goes wrong, you will feel annoyed at being stared at that way. |
5 . Take time to walk in Shakespeare’s footsteps, without the usual crowds. Your visit to Shakespeare’s Birthplace will help us to make sure that Shakespeare’s heritage survives this difficult period for future visitors to enjoy.
To keep our visitors and staff safe, we have introduced a timed ticket system. All tickets must be booked in advance. Groups larger than 6 are not allowed to book unless they are part of the same household. See below for more details and read about the extra safety measures we’ve put in place.
Please note that Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, Shakespeare’s New Place, Mary Arden’s Farm and Hall’s Croft are closed.
Pre-booking
We’ll be unable to allow you entry without a pre-booked timed entry ticket. Tickets will be sold every Friday, up to 2 weeks in advance.
Before your visit
Please remember the following things, and check our website and social media for updates before travelling.
●If showing COVID-19 symptoms (症状), please stay at home.
●Wear a mask in indoor spaces (unless noted).
●We conduct temperature checks.
●Bag checks are in operation.
●We do not offer baggage store facilities.
●Be ready for cashless payment.
NHS COVID-19 Test and Trace app
Visitors are encouraged to download the NHS COVID-19 Test and Trace app before arrival at Shakespeare’s Birthplace and “check-in” by scanning the QR code available at the ticket desk and entrance to the shop.
1. Which of the following places can you visit now?| A．Mary Arden’s Farm. | B．Shakespeare’s Birthplace. |
| C．Anne Hathaway’s Cottage. | D．Shakespeare’s New Place. |
| A．A ticket released on Friday. | B．A pre-bought season ticket. |
| C．A pre-booked timed entry ticket. | D．An online booked yearly ticket. |
| A．Get your bag checked. | B．Take cash with you. |
| C．Have your face covered. | D．Stay at home for two weeks. |
1.个人信息和行程信息：
2.电脑包外部特征及其内容；
3．你的联系方式。
注意: 1.词数100左右;
2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Sir/Madam,
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Yours,
Li Hua
7 . After a long period of lockdown, now it is time to relax. Head out to find surprising holiday decorations to warm your heart and make your season bright. Come on, light shows are waiting for you.
Holiday Lights on the Boardwalk
Take a walk by the ocean and experience a holiday light display along the Long Beach Boardwalk, dusk to 9 p. m. daily and weekends through mid-January, from Long Beach to Park Avenue.
Free, 516-432-6000. You can also check the stores along Park Avenue for more holiday lights.
Town of Islip Holiday Light Show
Bring the family to see the lights from the comfort and safety of personal vehicles as you drive through the 1/8-mile light display on the grounds of historic Brookwood Hall. Decorations have been given by Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs and Public Works staff.
Cheap, 516-433-6742. From 5 p. m. to 8 p. m. Dec. 22; Brookwood Hall Park.
Suffolk County Holiday Lights Show
The Suffolk County’s drive-through display features two miles of holiday-themed lights; opens from 9 a. m. to 5 p. m. through Dec. 30. Closed Dec. 24-25. Tickets will be sold at the gate and payment can be made with credit cards only, no cash, $25; $22 on Dec. 30.
Monday through Friday; 631-543-6622.
Christmas House
Indoor family-friendly walk through holiday experience, highlights include a real snow room: 3 to 11 p. m. Monday-Thursday; 3 p. m. to 1 a. m. Friday; 10 a. m. to 1 a. m. Saturday; 10 a. m. to 11 p. m. Sunday through January. Guests must wear masks, maintain social distancing and purchase tickets with assigned arrival time in advance online.
$30 for adults, $25 for kids aged 10 and younger, 631-591-0455.
1. Which light show is for nothing?| A．Christmas House. |
| B．Holiday Lights on the Boardwalk. |
| C．Town of Islip Holiday Light Show. |
| D．Suffolk County Holiday Lights Show. |
| A．516432-6000. | B．516433-6742. |
| C．631-543-6622. | D．631-591-0455. |
| A．Visit the real snow room. |
| B．Take the family members. |
| C．Book tickets with credit cards. |
| D．Buy tickets ahead of time. |
8 . Over the years, I’ve been guilty of hurriedly shutting the front door to many strangers when they came knocking with the intention of selling the things. But around Easter time this year, a dear friend of mine had an experience that
Alice who recently moved to a new neighborhood, had been housebound (足不出户的) all week
Coughing, she poked her head out and impatiently
After Alice told this story to me, I thought about how
| A．decided | B．changed | C．occupied | D．crossed |
| A．suffering | B．removing | C．coming | D．leaving |
| A．owning | B．throwing | C．making | D．holding |
| A．communicated | B．gotten | C．left | D．delivered |
| A．eagerly | B．happily | C．willingly | D．hesitantly |
| A．satisfied | B．persuaded | C．informed | D．convinced |
| A．Therefore | B．However | C．Furthermore | D．While |
| A．in surprise | B．in despair | C．in silence | D．in anger |
| A．scared | B．frustrated | C．shocked | D．annoyed |
| A．Before | B．After | C．As | D．Though |
| A．puzzled | B．concerned | C．excited | D．satisfied |
| A．blamed | B．disturbed | C．beat | D．visited |
| A．Hopefully | B．Luckily | C．Suddenly | D．Lastly |
| A．movement | B．thought | C．word | D．gesture |
| A．take | B．give | C．bring | D．assist |
| A．congratulated | B．celebrated | C．praised | D．appreciated |
| A．tiring | B．surprising | C．touching | D．exciting |
| A．encouragement | B．inspiration | C．honesty | D．thoughtfulness |
| A．worrying about | B．thinking about | C．discussing about | D．hearing about |
| A．kindness | B．hate | C．regret | D．happiness |
增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号( ^) ，并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线( /)划掉。
修改：在错的词下划一横线,并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；
2.只允许修改10处,多者(从第11处起)不计分。
My younger sister go to school by herself. Lived far from the school, she has to catch the early bus every day. One day, she had just arrived in the bus stop when she realized she had forgotten to wear a mask. She ran to a nearby shop and bought one. As she returned hurried to the bus stop, the bus had left! Worried about late for school, she began to cry. A stranger asked how she was crying. Then he showed to her an App on his phone, and told him the next bus would arrive in 5 minutes. Luckily, she is just in time for her first class. She was very grateful to the man and hoped to help other in the future.
1. 机器人的身高、重量、性格等；
2. 机器人的主要功能。
注意：
1. 词数100左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Tom,
I'm so glad to tell something about my robot Tony to you.
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Yours,
Li Hua
