1 . How to Deal with FOMO in Your Life

FOMO, or “fear of missing out,” is becoming increasingly common and can cause significant stress in your life. It applies to anything from a party to a promotion at work and affects just about anyone. It always involves a sense of helplessness that you are missing out on something big.

    1     However, while it has been around for centuries, it has only been studied during the past few decades, beginning with a 1996 research paper by Dr. Dan Herman.

With social media becoming popular, FOMO has become more obvious. As more research on FOMO is conducted, we are getting a clearer picture of how it affects us.     2     Aside from feelings of unhappiness, fear of missing out can lead to greater involvement in unhealthy behaviors. For example, the same study in Computers and Human Behavior found that FOMO was linked to distracted driving, which in some cases could be deadly.

Moreover, one study found that the fear of missing out was linked to a greater smartphone and social media usage.     3     They create a platform where things, events, and even happiness seem to be in competition, which may lead you to wonder what you are lacking. Greater engagement with social media can make us feel worse about ourselves and our lives, not better.

    4     Feelings of loneliness are our brain’s way of telling us that we want to connect with others and increase our sense of belonging. Unfortunately, social media engagement is not the way to accomplish this—you might be running from one bad situation right into an even worse one.

Rather than trying to connect more with people on social media, why not arrange to meet up with someone in person? Making plans with a good friend, or doing anything social that gets you out with friends can be a nice change of pace.     5    

A．It can help you to shake that feeling that you are missing out.

B．The idea that you might be missing out on a good time is not new.

C．Rather than focusing on what you lack, try noticing what you have.

D．The picture is not pretty, as there are many negative effects of FOMO.

E．Smartphone usage was related to fears of negative evaluations by others.

F．Smartphone and social media have made the FOMO phenomenon worse.

G．Understanding where the problem lies can be a great first step in overcoming it.

2 . An Incredible Journey

Ian William Halliwell was born on the 24th of April 1958, in Wigan UK. Just like most people have dreams, so did Ian.

Ian started playing Golf in 1972 and has been a keen golf player throughout his life. He participated in golf tournaments in many countries, dreaming of trying to get in the Senior Tour. But life has other plans.

In 1996, Ian was diagnosed with a brain tumor on his left side. As a result of the disease, his right-side hearing was lost. The talented player had to put a hold on his passion for a while. However, he knew he would come out stronger. In 1997, after going through two major surgeries, Ian recovered from the deadly illness.

But another disease completely turned his life over. In 2006, he suddenly had a stroke (中风) which was so critical that it ended with him being severely disabled to the extent that the doctors told him that he might not walk ever again, let alone playing Golf.

Upon realizing that he has lost the chance of playing the Senior Tour, he was heartbroken. But it wasn’t powerful enough to destroy the high-spirited individual. Ian took it as a challenge. He not only decided to start writing but also creating stroke awareness and promoting Golf for the disabled.

With the optimistic thinking of “A disability is not an inability,” Ian became a part of the British Inclusive Golf, which works to bring together the disabled and non-disabled players and create golf-related events.   

Ian has donated a large number of his life earnings to The Stroke Association. While spending a huge deal of time creating vast funds for the organization, Ian has played a huge role in enlightening others on how his recovery was aided by Golf, promoting the affected ones to make sure of the effective sport.

Ian has authored the book “The Social Golfer,” published in 2008. The book has successfully raised a total of £ 20,000, which the former golf player has donated to The Stroke Foundation. Ian also wrote “Living the Dream,” published in 2012. The book was an extension of the journey of his recovery, intending to inspire the readers.

Ian is a man of bravery. How he fought to recover from the deadly illness, followed by the stroke, is nothing but an incredible journey that is an inspiration to people.

1. What happened to Ian in 2006?

A．He lost his right-side hearing.

B．He recovered from a deadly illness.

C．He published the book “The Social Golfer”.

D．He was disabled and couldn’t walk any more.

2. From the passage we know that ________.

A．Ian stopped playing golf after getting a brain tumor

B．Ian was destroyed mentally and physically by a stroke

C．Ian participated in golf tournaments throughout his life

D．Ian donated a lot of his money to The Stroke Association

3. According to the passage, which words can best describe Ian William Halliwell?

A．Determined and devoted.	B．Confident and humorous.
C．Generous and enthusiastic.	D．Responsible and independent.

4. What can be concluded from the passage?

A．Hard work pays off.

B．Nothing is to be got without pain.

C．Man should be the master of his own fate.

D．Contribution to the society requires responsibility.

3 . 阅读短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写一个适当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

The use of the internet in academic contexts is on the rise. However, its role in learning     1     (debate) by teachers and students. For many teachers who did not grow up with this technology, its effects seem alarming and     2     (potential) harmful. But the internet has had a major positive impact on the world of education. The future of teaching lies in the possibilities the internet opens up for communication, research, and interactivity. Students value the flexibility and accessibility     3     (offer) by digital education. Educators should welcome these advantages.

4 . 阅读短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写一个适当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

Xu Yuanchong dedicated his career to building     1     (bridge) among the world’s Chinese, English and French speaking people. He devoted     2     (he) to literary translation for more than 60 years, primarily     3     (focus) on English translations of ancient Chinese poetry. Xu was awarded the “Aurora Borealis” Prize     4     September 10th in 2014 for Outstanding Translation of Fiction Literature, one of the highest honors that celebrate excellence in international translators.

5 . Mary was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s (阿尔茨海默症) in 2013. With Mary’s condition slowly _______, her doctor told her heartbroken 44-year-old son Sean not to fear. “Being _______ and happy, the Alzheimer’s might make progress”, the doctor said. Taking the doctor’s advice, Sean decided to make a trip with his mom to Nepal.

Sean was _______ when Mary started walking and talking again during their trip—even learning new words. He said, “I thought Alzheimer’s was just a decline, but when we got to Nepal she started to _______.”

Seeing the great _______, Sean was determined to keep _______ with her mom for the next 18 months. Mary got to _______ a festival of color in the Himalayas, climb across mountains in Italy, and feel the sand beneath her feet at the tip of South Africa.

People thought Mary would be a _______, but for Sean, it was the least he could do for the mother he loved so much—who had always _______ to others throughout her life. He said: “She was the best thing in my life. Unconditional ________ is a thing you don’t get often, and she always gave it, even though she had a tough life.”

1.

A．worsening

B．satisfying

C．reducing

D．disappearing

2.

A．nervous

B．positive

C．creative

D．brave

3.

A．relaxed

B．puzzled

C．worried

D．amazed

4.

A．recover

B．study

C．understand

D．regret

5.

A．challenge

B．confidence

C．improvement

D．difficulty

6.

A．traveling

B．talking

C．working

D．training

7.

A．make

B．enjoy

C．present

D．change

8.

A．fortune

B．shame

C．burden

D．test

9.

A．listened

B．complained

C．turned

D．given

10.

A．direction

B．support

C．love

D．acceptance

6 . 阅读下面短文，根据题目要求回答问题。

Difference between 4G And 5G

5G is the newest mobile network that's replacing the current 4G technology by providing a number of improvements in speed, coverage, and reliability.

The reason for needing an upgraded network is to support the growing number of devices that demand internet access.Many of them require so much bandwidth in order to function normally that 4G simply doesn't cut it anymore.

5G connects many more devices to the internet, minimizes delays, and delivers extremely fast speeds.4G uses frequencies below 6 GHz while some 5G networks use higher frequencies (频率) like around 30 GHz or more. These high frequencies support a huge capacity for fast data and can be used in the future for increasing bandwidth demands. They can also be used right next to other wireless signals without causing interference.

5G uses shorter wavelengths than 4G, which means that antennas (天线) can be much smaller while still providing precise directional control.Since one base station can use even more directional antennas,it means that 5G can support much more devices per meter than what's supported by 4G.

However,some of these high frequencies are easily absorbed by humidity,rain,and other objects, meaning that they don’t travel as far.It is for these reasons that a strong 5G connection right where you are could slow down to 4G speeds when you walk a few feet away.One way this is being dealt with is by using strategically placed antennas, either tiny ones in specific rooms or buildings, or large ones positioned throughout a city. As 5G expands, there will also probably be many repeating stations to push the radio as far as possible to provide long-range 5G support.

5G is 20 times faster than 4G. You could download close to 10 movies before 4G could deliver even the first half of one.

5G will help to build future “smart cities” with the help of sensor networks. Such networks will be able to help the police with the traffic, let us know what's happening in our homes, and even make it possible for doctors to perform an operation far away.

1. Why do we need upgraded network?
2. Please paraphrase the underlined part in the second paragraph in your own words.
3. Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why.
These high frequencies of 5G support a huge capacity for fast data and can travel very far.
4. How will 5G help us? (About 40 words)

7 . We have all experienced how easy it is for a smile to light up our day, improve our emotions and make it easier for us to recover from illnesses. But do you also know that smiling improves your chances of success in many aspects of your life?

Studies have shown that people are more likely to think that a smiling person is more confident than others. Smiling will inspire your boss to trust you on-a particular project. Standing in front of a group of people, a confident smile on your face indicates knowledge, competence. trustworthiness, and ability to carry out tasks efficiently. It also opens up the way to higher job earning opportunities.

If you meet a person for the first time and walk into the restaurant, the person is seated by the table, looking sad on the face. What would be your first thought? Either the person regrets the meeting or the person is troubled by other issues. The chances are more likely you wouldn't want to see the person anymore. Smiling makes a great first impression on anyone. Studies have shown that people are more likely to remember a person who has a friendly and sweet smile. This is because no one wants to have to deal with a person who is always worried. It is also a great way to ensure that you get callbacks from job interviews and other potential meetups.

When you smile, neurotransmitters, materials that are anti-stress, are released from your brain. They spread throughout the body,causing a happy feeling to take over the negative emotions Being positive gives you enough enthusiasm to go ahead and make more use of your day and be productive. In recent researches, it has been found that people who were unhappy with their work-life were less productive than others who loved their jobs.An individual who is not happy at what they do is unwilling to put in the efforts needed to go beyond the average. While the other who is positive is more likely to carry on more tasks and is more productive, gains more experience,and gets promoted more easily.

But when you are in an environment that is sad or pessimistic, it isn't easy to remain happy and optimistic. If you are caught up in a situation where something had gone wrong, and you are having a heavy heart, try looking for reasons to be happy,smile, and watch your day begin to change positively.

Do not forget that when you smile, you are not only making your day better but someone else's too. A smile is what it takes to make all the difference.

1. The author raises a question in Paragraph 1 mainly to________.

A．present an idea

B．settle an argument

C．lead in the experiments

D．attract the readers’ attention

2. In the author's opinion, smile________.

A．is helpful in gaining knowledge	B．has both positive and negative effects
C．has effects on many aspects of your life	D．is a great way to make your more capable

3. The author's purpose in writing this passage is to________.

A．tell readers the way to succeed	B．explain how to make a difference
C．show information about new studies	D．persuade readers to smile more often

4. The passage is mainly about________.

A．why we should smile	B．how our attitude affects us
C．how to get on well with others	D．why we benefit from our optimism

8 . The Beginning of Canada

Canada is in the North American continent. For people who live outside this country the history of this nation may not be known.

Canada has gone through a long history. North America's first humans migrated from Asia, probably over a land bridge from Siberia to Alaska sometime about 12,000 years ago.Unknown numbers of people moved southward along the western edge of the North American ice cap.The Inuit who live in Canada's Arctic regions today were the last people to reach Canada.

Before Europeans came, about 12 languages were developed by the natives of the land. These languages were found in various cultures and tribes. In these tribes, there was mixture of agriculture and hunting. Also, some groups had a high-level of political, religious, cultural, and trading organization.

The first European explorers-of the Canadian region were Vikings from Iceland, where they came to Labrador and Newfoundland. The natives and Vikings did not get along well, so Vikings eventually ran away from the region. John Cabot, an Italian navigator came upon this land Cabot and his crew were the second group of Europeans to reach what would become Canada around 1000 CE.

The first claiming of the land in Canada was by the French. Between 1534 and 1542, Jacques Cartier made three voyages across the Atlantic，claiming the land for King Francis I of France. By the 1550s, the name of Canada began appearing on maps.

More French settlement activity continued in the name of competing with the Spanish. In1604 the French navigator Samuel de Champlain led a group of settlers to Acadia which proved unsuitable. In 1605, they moved across the Bay of Fundy to Port Royal but found its water systems were too difficult to get through for efficient goods delivery. Finally in 1608, Champlain built a fortress (堡垒) at what is now Quebec City

In the following years, England, the Netherlands, and also Scotland tried to claim parts of Canada as their own through trade and war. Competition for the region was in trade, land, and religion. With many countries competing for Canada at its new home, the British eventually made it a new part of its empire, with the French taking a smaller part in its governing and influence.

1. The underlined word "migrated" in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to________.

A．hunt

B．travelled

C．cycled

D．settled

2. Who first claimed the land in Canada?

A．The Vikings

B．John Cabot

C．Jacques Cartier

D．Samuel de Champlain

3. We can infer from the passage that________.

A．people in Canada share the same culture

B．Canada has a history of over 12,000 years

C．the French people had a great influence on Canada

D．the British had power over Canada through competitions

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It's very common that, when students don't know which major to choose in college, they choose English for     1    (they); when they want a better job, they pick up English, and when they want to master a foreign language, it is English. There is a view that English is the path    2    a better life.But the law of supply and demand tells that if everyone supplies the same service, the value of that service declines. So those    3    have taken a less travelled road may have the last laugh.

10 . 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写一个适当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

A harvest festival is an annual celebration. It usually    1    (occur) around the time of the main harvest. Chinese Mid-autumn Festival is one of the most widely celebrated harvest festivals in the world.The festival     2    (celebrate) on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar. For the Chinese, the festival indicates family reunion. Chinese people celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with many traditional    3    (activity), such as guessing lantern riddles, appreciating the moon and having delicious moon cakes.