Social media is one of the fastest-growing industries in today’s world. A study
“It has changed relationships. High school student Elly Cooper from Illinois said social media often reduces face-to-face
Yet, some people believe social media has made it easier
Besides, the rise of social media has changed the way teenagers see
However, Armin Korsos,
2 . When 29-year-old artist Sophia recalls (回忆) her mother, Marilyn, she remembers her singing. “She loved karaoke and funny 80s’
After her mother’s death in 2019 at age 53, that teddy bear became Sophia’s most priceless
A.adventures | B.stories | C.topics | D.songs |
A.cured | B.robbed | C.reminded | D.informed |
A.recorded | B.made | C.sent | D.took |
A.protected | B.gathered | C.kept | D.pressed |
A.equipment | B.award | C.achievement | D.possession |
A.stolen | B.destroyed | C.burned | D.hidden |
A.disappointed | B.upset | C.inspired | D.puzzled |
A.breaking down | B.looking for | C.combing through | D.putting up |
A.effort | B.reaction | C.performance | D.determination |
A.streaming | B.exchanging | C.designing | D.sharing |
A.covered | B.noticed | C.selected | D.interviewed |
A.winning | B.offering | C.saving | D.figuring |
A.Generously | B.Hopefully | C.Amazingly | D.Originally |
A.passed | B.attracted | C.followed | D.recognized |
A.discovering | B.announcing | C.recovering | D.positioning |
The Water-Splashing Festival, also
Jinghong, the capital of Dai Autonomous Prefecture, usually
For Dai people, water is
4 . Harbin has witnessed a significant boom that has caused it to trend on social media this winter. By December 20, 2023, the city airport’s annual passenger throughput had gone beyond 20 million. According to a new report, during the three-day New Year holiday, Harbin received 3.05 million tourists and made income of 5.91 billion yuan, both of which reached record highs.
Harbin, also known as China’s “ice city”, is famous for its ice and snow culture. For over 60 years, the city has had a tradition of holding an annual ice lantern exhibition, presenting the creativity and skill of its artists. Recently, the Ice and Snow World, recognized by the Guinness World Records as the largest ice and snow park, is just one of many attractions in the city. It features amazing ice and snow sculptures, including replicas (复制品) of famous landmarks, animals, and cartoon characters. In addition, visitors can also enjoy different kinds of snow sports, such as ice skating, ice fishing, and sledding.
Harbin spared no effort to show its sincerity and hospitality to tourists. At the Ice and Snow World, a lot of new experiences have been provided, such as hovercrafts and bicycles on ice, Ferris wheels, and hot air balloons. Tourists were welcomed with live performances at the airport, and dressing rooms were set up for them to change into warm clothing. Local residents supported by traveling during off-peak hours to reduce traffic and offering tourists free rides. For those unable to book hotels, the government opened the Provincial People’s Congress Service Center for low-cost stays.
“For individual travelers, a city’s infrastructure (基础设施) and public services form the foundation of tourism competitiveness. It is only when tourists feel the warmth of the city and the goodwill of its citizens that they fit into the lives of a travel destination nicely,” said Dai Bin, president of China Tourism Academy.
1. The figures in paragraph 1 show that __________.A.The growth in Harbin’s tourism industry |
B.The popularity of Harbin’s new attractions |
C.People’s interest in traveling in icy places |
D.People’s great passion for the New Year holiday |
A.It is famous for its annual ice lantern exhibition. |
B.It is the first ice and snow park in the world. |
C.It offers various snow-related activities for visitors. |
D.It holds various snow sports competitions for visitors. |
A.New equipment added in the Ice and Snow World. |
B.The measures to ensure tourists’ safety in Harbin. |
C.Local people’s support for relieving traffic pressure. |
D.The efforts to improve tourists’ travel experiences. |
A.A diary of cultural tours. |
B.A news report on tourism. |
C.An advertisement for scenic spots. |
D.A review of newly emerging cities. |
1. 活动目的;
2. 活动过程;
3. 活动反响。
注意:1. 词数为80左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
An English Debating Competition
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________6 . If you have a chance to go to Finland, you will probably be surprised to find how “foolish” the Finnish people are.
Take the taxi drivers for example. Taxis in Finland are mostly high-class Benz with a fare of two US dollars a kilometer. You can go anywhere in one, tell the driver to drop you at any place, say that you have some business to attend to, and then walk off without paying your fare. The driver would not show the least sign of being annoyed and worried.
The dining rooms in all big hotels not only serve their guests, but also serve outside diners. Hotel guests have their meals free, so they naturally go to the free dining rooms to have their meals. The most they would do to show their good faith is to wave their registration card to the waiter. With such a loose check, you can easily use any old registration card to take a couple of friends to dine free of charge.
The Finnish workers are paid by the hour. They are very much on their own as soon as they have agreed with the boss on the pay. From then on, they just say how many hours they have worked and they will be paid accordingly.
With so much carelessness in everyday life, surely Finland must be a heaven to those who love to take “petty advantages” (小便宜). But the strange thing is, all the taxi passengers would always come back to pay their fare after they have attended to their business; not a single outsider has ever been found in the free hotel dining rooms. And workers always give an honest account of the exact hours they put in.
As the Finns always act on good faith in everything they do, living in such a society has turned everyone into a real “gentleman”. In a society of such high moral practice, what need is there for people to be on guard against others?
1. What might happen when taking a taxi in Finland?A.Taxis can be stopped at any time midway. |
B.The cost of a Benz is higher than other taxis. |
C.The driver will feel angry if unpaid on time. |
D.Only Benz can be used as common taxis. |
A.Your friend’s invitation. |
B.Your registration card. |
C.Your identity information. |
D.Your good behaviour. |
A.Finns love to take “pretty advantages”. |
B.Taxi drivers can get paid after constantly asking. |
C.Outsiders are often invited to have a free meal. |
D.Finnish workers keep very honest records of their working hours. |
A.Practice makes perfect. |
B.High effort always lead to great gains. |
C.Honesty is a good principle of society. |
D.Nothing is impossible to a willing heart. |
1. 发出邀请;
2. 介绍活动(要求,截止时间,投稿方式等);
3. 表达祝愿。
注意:1. 词数80左右;
2. 可以适当增加情节,以使行文连贯。
参考词汇:校园歌曲campus songs
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Wearing traditional Chinese clothing while visiting scenic spots
People used
9 . While you may get flowers or a card from the one you love on Valentine’s Day, it can be hard to know how our four-legged friends feel about us.
Happy greeting
It’s great to be welcomed home by our pet and your dog isn’t doing this to show welcome to you;
When your pet chooses to look at you with soft, relaxed eyes, they trust you and are happy in your company, accepting you as non-threatening. And, it could be argued, that trust is the highest form of love.
Hugs (on your pet’s terms)
Your dog can choose to curl up wherever they like, so when they hug you, they are actively choosing you. This can range from full body hugs to them leaning into you to ask for some love. However, any hug must always be on your pet’s conditions and personalities.
Tail wagging
A wagging tail can display a whole range of emotions from your dog, but you’ll know it’s a sign of love when they treat you to a full body wiggle. Their tail will turn around in circular movements like helicopter propellers (螺旋桨).
Licking you
Your dog may lick you for a variety of reasons, but one of them is affection and love. They are ultimately seeking attention from you because they want to interact with you.
A.Soft eye contact. |
B.Cheerful and excited barking. |
C.Actually, it’s a sign that they are pretty happy to see you. |
D.In actuality, it’s a sign that they are hungry and eager for some treats. |
E.Some dogs will find having someone’s arms around them stressful and uncomfortable. |
F.Our cats and dogs can’t tell us how they feel, so what are the other signs that you share a special connection? |
G.This type of tail wagging is usually reserved for people that are special to them, and is mostly used when dogs see their owners. |
1. 赞同或反对这种观点。
2. 说明你赞同或反对的理由。
3. 你认为人类应该如何合理使用人工智能。
注意:
1. 词数100 左右;
2. 可以适当增加细节, 以使行文连贯。
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