1 . Mandara seemed to know something big was about to happen. So she let out a yell, caught hold of her 2-year-old daughter Kibibi and climbed up into a tree. She lives at the National Zoo in Washington, D.C.

And on Tuesday, August 23rd, witnesses say, she seemed to sense the big earthquake that shook much of the East Coast before any humans knew what was going on. And she’s not the only one. In the moments before the quake, an orangutan (猩猩) let out a loud call and then climbed to the top of her shelter.

“It’s very different from their normal call,” said Brandie Smith, the zookeeper. “The lemurs (monkey-like animals of Madagascar) will sound an alarm call if they see or hear something highly unusual.”

But you can’t see or hear an earthquake 15 minutes before it happens, can you? Maybe you can — if you’re an animal. “Animals can hear above and below our range of hearing,” said Brandie Smith. “That’s part of their special abilities. They’re more sensitive to the environment, which is how they survive.”

Primates(灵长类）weren’t the only animals that seemed to sense the quake before it happened. One of the elephants made a warning sound. And a huge lizard (蜥蜴) ran quickly for cover. The flamingoes (a kind of bird) gathered before the quake and stayed together until the shaking stopped.

So what kind of vibrations（震动）were the animals picking up in the moments before the quake? Scientist Susan Hough says earthquakes produce two types of waves — a weak “P” wave and then a much stronger “S” wave. The “P” stands for “primary”. And the “S” stands for “secondary”. She thinks the “P” wave might be what set the animals off.

Not all the animals behaved unusually before the quake. For example, Smith says the zoo’s giant pandas didn’t jump up until the shaking actually began. But many of the other animals seemed to know something was coming before it happened. “I’m not surprised at all,” Smith said.

1. Why did Mandara act strangely one day?

A．Because it heard an orangutan let out a loud call.

B．Because its daughter Kibibi was injured.

C．Because it sensed something unusual would happen.

D．Because an earthquake had happened.

2. According to Brandie Smith, _____.

A．many animals’ hearing is sharp

B．earthquakes produce two types of waves

C．primates usually gather together before a quake

D．humans can develop the ability to sense a quake

3. Which word in the passage has a close meaning to the underlined word “cover”?

A．vibration	B．quake
C．shelter	D．range

4. What is the best title for the passage?

A．How animals survive a quake.

B．How animals differ from humans.

C．How animals protect their young in a quake

D．How animals behave before a quake.

2 . What happened to the driver?

A．He ran into a bicycle.

B．He ran into a tree.

C．He drove too slowly.

3 . Years ago I began to learn to drive in a driving training center. It was many miles away from where I _________, you know. I had to get up early at home and _________ a bus on the roadside to get to the center. The bus ticket was not expensive but you had to have small _________ for there was no conductor or any automatic paying system to be _________ on it.

One day, I was in a hurry before I _________ to the bus stop. When I stepped on the bus, I began to feel my _________ to find some change, which made me completely _________. I _________ searching but it seemed that there was none, and I began to feel _________. At the same time, the bus door was already __________ and it was moving.

I __________ to the driver and said I would __________ at the next stop though I should get off at other __________ to reach the training center. Just at this time, a lady beside me told the driver that she would pay for me.__________, I didn’t know the lady.

But before I started to express my thanks, the driver said, “In that case, just __________ it.” And then he said, “If you meet people who forget to bring the fees with them, just pay for it.”

Now, I hold the belief that a small positive action can be printed in my heart as long as I live.

1.

A．lived

B．studied

C．worked

D．travelled

2.

A．knock

B．seek

C．catch

D．watch

3.

A．areas

B．boxes

C．room

D．change

4.

A．developed

B．damaged

C．found

D．checked

5.

A．rushed

B．advanced

C．drove

D．led

6.

A．shoes

B．pockets

C．socks

D．gloves

7.

A．frightened

B．amazed

C．focused

D．disappointed

8.

A．stopped

B．kept

C．enjoyed

D．appreciated

9.

A．anxious

B．shocked

C．calm

D．curious

10.

A．broken

B．fixed

C．opened

D．closed

11.

A．applied

B．apologized

C．came

D．replied

12.

A．get off

B．get up

C．pay off

D．pay hack

13.

A．time

B．degree

C．stop

D．place

14.

A．Therefore

B．Otherwise

C．Instead

D．However

15.

A．revise

B．forgive

C．forget

D．try

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1. Which function is the most important for one who is in an unsafe situation?

A．The 5Star® button.	B．The large bright screen.
C．The powerful speaker.	D．The built-in camera.

2. Who is the Jitterbug Flip most suitable for?

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C．A young man interested in high-tech.	D．An old lady with a bad sense of sight.

3. What should you do if you want to buy a new Jitterbug?

A．Keep your old phone number.	B．Stick to a two-year contract.
C．Visit greatcall.com/Flip.	D．Pay monthly fees in time.

6 . How many people are in the car?

A．Two.

B．Three.

C．Four.

7 . Arbeia Roman Fort and Museum

Location and History

Arbeia Roman Fort is situated on Hadrian's Wall. It was the most important structure built by the Romans in Britain, and now it has been a World Heritage Site. Built around AD 160, Arbeia Roman Fort was the military supply base for the soldiers who were stationed along Hadrian's Wall. The fort has been gradually uncovered and some original parts have been revealed. There are reconstructions that show how Arbeia Roman Fort would have looked.

The Reconstructions

The reconstructions of the Commanding Officer's house and soldiers' quarters are strikingly different. The accommodation for soldiers is dark and uncomfortable, while the Commanding Officer's house is spacious and luxurious, with courtyards with fountains for him and his family to enjoy.

The Museum

Visit the museum and see many objects that were found at Arbeia. They are historically important and show what daily life was really like at that time. You will see weapons, tools, jewellery, and so on. You can also discover how the Romans buried their dead and see tombstones which survive to this day. There is a "hands-on" area allowing visitors to dig on a certain site and study their findings with the help of museum staff. You can piece together pottery (陶器), or try writing just as the Romans would have done. For children, they can build this Roman fort with building blocks by themselves.

Opening Times and Getting There April 1—October 31: Monday to Saturday 10:00am—5:00pm, Sunday 2:00pm—5:00pm. November 1—March 31: Monday to Saturday 11:00am—4:00pm, closed Sunday. (Closed December 25—26 and January 1) Entry is free. Arbeia is only a ten—minute walk from the bus station at South Shields. Free car park nearby. Website: www.twmuseums.org.uk/arbeia

1. According to the passage, Arbeia Roman Fort ________.

A．was related to the military	B．got reconstructions around AD 160
C．was built in a small area in Rome	D．provided a comfortable life for soldiers

2. What can visitors do in the museum?

A．See historical objects.	B．Build tombstones for the dead.
C．Write to Romans,	D．Try using old tools and weapons.

3. What time does Arbeia Roman Fort close?

A．On April 1.	B．On October 31.
C．On November 1.	D．On December 26.

8 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Why did Rihanna turn to sing?

A．To move to America.

B．To realize her music dream.

C．To escape from her family life.

2. Which was Rihanna’s first album (专辑)?

A．Music of the Sun.

B．Umbrella.

C．Diamond.

3. What did Rihanna do in 2017?

A．She created a beauty brand.

B．She set up an educational project.

C．She built a cancer treatment center.

4. How much did Rihanna’s foundation donate because of coronavirus?

A．$2 million.

B．$5 million.

C．$6 million.

9 . 假定你是李华，10月14日老人节（the Double Ninth Festival），你和同学去康养中心（health care center）参加了“关爱老人”志愿服务。请你写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
1.时间、地点；
2.活动（打扫卫生、聊天等）；
3.你的感受。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

An Unforgettable Experience

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10 . Is there a place that you have a strong desire to visit before you are too old to travel? If so, you’re in my shoes. The following places are where I desire to visit very much and most probably your best choices.

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

The region is famous for its amazing natural beauty. Many 5A scenic areas and geological(地质的)parks are located there. The park not only has natural wonders, such as strange looking peaks and a thick forest, but also rich animal and plant resources. Tourists can feel like stepping into a natural botanic(植物)garden and kingdom of animals. After visiting here, one will realize the great natural beauty of our world.

The Rainbow Mountains

These geographical(地理的)wonders look as if they were painted with a giant paintbrush. The bright colors stand obviously among the surrounding green plants. Wild as it is, these mountains are a part of our world in China’s Zhangye Danxia Landform Geological Park. This wild variety of color does exist in the real world. No Photoshop is necessary for the natural beauty of these mountains.

Bora bora.

This place offers the chance to live like a native Polynesian. The clear open sky and the calm waters offer you the unique opportunity to observe how the native people lead a life nearby the sea. Many holiday centers are built here and offer different tours and experiences.

The Galapagos Islands.

The islands consist of 13 volcanic(火山的)islands and six smaller islands. Although known for Darwin’s visit, they’re more attractive than you might imagine. There are 900 species of animals found on these islands. 200 of these species are specific(特有的)to the Galapagos. Most travelers come to this lovely place for the specific wildlife here.

1. What can we infer about the four places from the text?

A．They all consist of both man-made sights and natural scenery.

B．They all enable visitors to experience the local people’s life.

C．They all became well-known after some important visits.

D．They are all on the author’s list of places to travel.

2. What can visitors do in the Rainbow Mountains?

A．See beautiful rainbows.	B．Take photos of colorful plants.
C．Enjoy geographical wonders.	D．Paint pictures with giant paintbrushes.

3. Which feature(特征)of the Galapagos Islands attracts most travelers?

A．Various wildlife.

B．The volcanoes.

C．Darwin’s visit.

D．Dark green plants.