1 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Why did the speaker go on the tour?

A．It was the prize of a competition.

B．John asked her to go with him.

C．It was her travel plan.

2. What did the speaker dislike about the hotel?

A．The drinks.

B．The food.

C．The waiters.

3. What did the speaker think of the trip to the museum?

A．Disappointing.

B．Amazing.

C．Terrible.

4. What did the speaker do in the second week?

A．She rode an elephant.

B．She went to the mountains.

C．She relaxed in the hotel.

2 . In the early 1990s, Eric Domb, a highly successful lawyer, came up with the idea of building a bird park. His father-in-law ________ the idea in the beginning, but when the ________ started to make shape he backed out. Domb thus had to ________ money from former clients, his two brothers and father as well as a bank to build a zoological park known as Pairi Daiza.

After the park opened in 1994, his inexperience led to many ________, but he pushed on with his venture (冒险). By 2000, the park was turning a profit, and Domb’s ambitions were ________. The park needed more than birds, he believed, and other creatures and cultural gardens would help turn it into something ________.

Since his childhood he has been fascinated by Chinese ________. In 2006, he built the first Chinese garden, Dream of Han Wu Di in his zoo. It was said to be the largest Chinese garden in Europe. Domb kept ________ new elements. It finally took more than six years to complete the project.

Domb felt ________ by the joint panda breeding program. Domb and his people spent the following months ________ building giant panda houses with no guarantee that Pairi Daiza would be fortunate enough to ________ giant pandas. The huge enclosure built includes a pool, cave and ________ plantation.

Now, Domb is eager to tell how he ________ a pair of giant pandas, Xing Hui and Hao Hao in February 2014. The sense of ________ is all the more profound in that Pairi Daiza is one of the few private zoos outside China to ________ giant pandas.

1.

A．rejected

B．supported

C．doubted

D．raised

2.

A．project

B．rule

C．law

D．document

3.

A．steal

B．win

C．earn

D．borrow

4.

A．rewards

B．wonders

C．mistakes

D．regrets

5.

A．missing

B．spreading

C．shaking

D．growing

6.

A．extreme

B．unusual

C．irregular

D．essential

7.

A．culture

B．food

C．poetry

D．dream

8.

A．containing

B．changing

C．adding

D．removing

9.

A．embarrassed

B．surprised

C．confused

D．inspired

10.

A．willingly

B．enthusiastically

C．automatically

D．confidently

11.

A．take charge of

B．pay attention to

C．get hold of

D．gain knowledge of

12.

A．grass

B．tea

C．coffee

D．bamboo

13.

A．bought

B．protected

C．received

D．tracked

14.

A．pride

B．humor

C．security

D．duty

15.

A．hide

B．house

C．train

D．save

3 . 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。

A major fire broke out at Notre-Dame Cathedral in central Paris on Monday, one of France’s most visited landmarks. Flames burst     1     the roof of the cathedral, live TV pictures showed. Firefighters cleared the area around the cathedral,     2     marks the very centre of the city.

    3     (build) in the     4     (twelve) century, Notre Dame is the     5     famous of the Gothic cathedrals of the Middle Ages. “It’s been 800 years that the Cathedral watches over Paris”, Pascal,     6     French historian said. “Happy and unfortunate events for centuries     7     (mark) by the bells of Notre Dame.” The cathedral is home to incalculable works of art and is one of the world’s most famous tourist     8     (attract), immortalized by Victor Hugo’s 1831 novel The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Its     9     (price) treasures include a Catholic relic, the crown of thorns, which is only     10     (occasional) displayed.

4 . Time was, being called “nerd (书呆子)” was a bad thing.

That is happily different now, says Sarah Jane, director at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center, which is home to the exhibit “Obsessed: The Art of Nerd-dom” through March 15. “I think the majority of my friends are nerdier than I am,” she said, “and I mean that in a ‘my friends are cooler than I am’ kind of way.”

Jane said the rise of the Internet certainly helped blossom, connecting people with common interests across geographies. Now, it’s almost mainstream—exhibitions of nerd culture fill convention halls, comic book superheroes and science fiction stories are the focus of blockbuster movies, and more.

“It has made being a nerd less of an isolating experience, and more of a community experience because you’re connecting with other people who have that shared interest,” she said.

Holladay, the co-curator (副馆长), spoke up in a meeting about what the coming exhibition season would look like.“I knew of another nerdy exhibition that had happened in LA recently... and I just thought ‘you know, I bet there are nerdy artists on the (Olympic) Peninsula and in Washington who have really quality work, where the subject matter might not fit into most exhibits’,” she said.

And she wasn’t surprised when they received plenty of recommendations.“My theory was that nerds are everywhere,” she said. “Once I got in touch with the right people, everyone was coming out of the woodwork.”

The exhibit features comic art, and things like Pokemon cards arranged in a collage (拼贴画). One work invites viewers to imagine the unique talents and abilities they have as superpowers they bring to the world. Holladay says the evolution of the idea of nerd culture has been positive over the past several years.

1. What is Sarah Jane’s attitude towards “nerds”?

A．Neutral.

B．Critical.

C．Appreciative.

D．Uncaring.

2. Which of the following contributes most to the popularity of nerd culture?

A．People’s varying views of nerd.

B．Movies’ great influence upon people.

C．The sufferings people have gone through.

D．The Internet connecting people with shared interests.

3. What does the underlined expression “coming out of the woodwork” mean ?

A．Springing out.	B．Getting out of the woods.
C．Rushing outside.	D．Expecting high quality of work.

4. What is the passage mainly about?

A．The exhibition shows how being a “nerd” becomes good.

B．The nerd culture is always evolving positively.

C．Many unusual exhibitions are scheduled.

D．Another different culture appears recently.

5 . About five years ago, when the first generation of wearable fitness trackers became popular, they were announced as the _______of a revolution. Health experts and business people alike said that giving people _______ to real-time calorie-burning and step-count data would inspire them to lose weight, eat better and most importantly _______more. But even as the U.S. market for _______ devices hits $7 billion this year, there’s evidence that their promise isn’t quite paying off.

The U.S. has an exercise problem, _______ 28% of Americans aged 50 and over considered wholly _______. That means 31 million adults move no more than is necessary to perform the most basic functions of daily life. Wearables, experts_______, were going to change that. But limited academic research has been done to figure out whether wearables _______people’s behavior in the long term. The research that does exist isn’t _______. For a recent study in the Journal of the American Medical Association, researchers wanted to see whether activity trackers would help overweight people lose more weight over two years than if they just did a weight-loss intervention alone. They didn’t. “We found that just giving people a device doesn’t mean it’s going to ________ something that you think it’s going to lead to,” says John Jakicic, the author of the study, from the University of Pittsburgh. “These activity trackers don’t engage people in strategies that make a ________ in terms of long-term change”

Another new study ________ a different challenge: user ________. By the end of a yearlong study of 800 people, just 10% of participants were still wearing the trackers, according to, Eric Finkelstein, a professor at the Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore. “We didn’t find that Fitbits really have much of an effect,” he says. This may well be because people expect trackers to do something they’re not designed to do—________, force them to change their behaviors. “There’s __________among people about their function, a measurement tool and an intervention,” Finkelstein says. A scale counts pounds, for example, ________it won’t teach you how to eat less. “When people put these devices on, they might interact with the app for the first few weeks, maybe the first few months, but there comes a point where that starts to fall off,” says Finkelstein.

To be ________, some of the costlier and higher-tech wearables have features baked into them ________ encourage users to move more, says Shelten Yuen, Fitbit’s vice president of research. Among them are: shaking sensors, movement reminders and social-media combination, all designed to ________ users to make better health choices every day. But more research will be needed to determine whether or not these features or others like them— could ________ improve people’s health and fitness levels.

1.

A．consequence

B．dawn

C．dusk

D．process

2.

A．access

B．assistance

C．material

D．tendency

3.

A．consume

B．purchase

C．exercise

D．perform

4.

A．wearable

B．electronic

C．appropriate

D．conventional

5.

A．among

B．with

C．for

D．by

6.

A．outspoken

B．inactive

C．discouraged

D．ridiculous

7.

A．announced

B．determined

C．hoped

D．convinced

8.

A．limit

B．comprehend

C．interpret

D．change

9.

A．encouraging

B．interesting

C．pioneering

D．challenging

10.

A．benefit from

B．result in

C．add to

D．focus on

11.

A．consequence

B．movement

C．profit

D．difference

12.

A．imitated

B．arranged

C．highlighted

D．informed

13.

A．reduction

B．participation

C．creation

D．expectation

14.

A．shortly

B．therefore

C．deliberately

D．namely

15.

A．evaluation

B．popularity

C．confusion

D．interaction

16.

A．but

B．and

C．or

D．so

17.

A．casual

B．fair

C．accessible

D．technical

18.

A．what

B．why

C．that

D．how

19.

A．persuade

B．advocate

C．follow

D．motivate

20.

A．frequently

B．automatically

C．faithfully

D．measurably

6 . In France, it is the end of an era. The country used to consider training captive animals to delight humans acceptable. Last month, however, it banned the capture and captive breeding of marine mammals, which include dolphins and orcas. Thus, marine circuses in France will be phased out. The French Environment Minister, Ségolène Royal, cited animal welfare in the decision. She reported that some animals were mistreated in aquariums.

This decision is taking place in a global context of changing attitudes. For decades, marine circuses amazed people with the sight and sound of orcas. These are beautiful and intelligent animals. Marine circuses can be entertaining, and they can educate and inspire awe. Children especially can be taught the value of animals first-hand by seeing their power and majesty (壮丽). However, marine circuses make animals perform in a tank, and even a large tank is not a natural environment for orcas.

This contradiction is best shown in the tragic case of the American trainer Dawn Brancheau. She always felt a strong connection to animals. No doubt she respected them. She was inspired to become an orca trainer by a vacation to SeaWorld Orlando. However, she was ultimately killed by an orca named Tilikum during her show at the same circus in 2010. This was not an isolated case. Captive orcas have often harmed people, and poor Tilikum had been involved in two deaths before. In recent years, a global movement has blamed such incidents on captivity itself. In 2013, a powerful documentary, Blackfish, argued that captivity is distressing for orcas. Public opinion is shifting. By 2016, SeaWorld began to phase out orca breeding and performances.

Royal is famous in France for her concern for children’s development. I trust she has thought carefully about what aquariums could achieve. We must teach children about nature, but that should include respect for animals. In your lives, you can make a difference every time you go to a zoo or an aquarium. Study the animals and their natural environment. Based on what you’ve learned, do you think the animals are healthy and happy? This is how you develop moral maturity. As a mature species, we recognize animal rights. We can learn about our fellow creatures without capturing them.

1. The author was prompted to write this article by ____.

A．the tragic case of the American trainer Dawn Brancheau

B．Blackfish, a 2013 documentary

C．France’s decision to ban the capture and captive breeding of marine mammals

D．SeaWorld’s decision to phase out orca breeding and performances

2. The underlined phrase can be replaced by _______.

A．disappeared

B．forbidden

C．enhanced

D．dismissed

3. According to the article, France decided to ban the capture and captive breeding of marine mammals because ____.

A．people can hardly be delighted by the majesty of marine mammals any longer

B．aquariums can hardly help children study animals and their natural environment

C．many tragic cases took place in aquariums in recent years

D．some marine mammals are mistreated in aquariums

4. Which of the following statements may the author agree with?

A．We must ensure that we don’t deny animals their rights while we learn about them.

B．More children should be brought to aquariums to learn about marine animals first-hand.

C．Most animals living in zoos and aquariums can enjoy healthy and happy lives.

D．Ségolène Royal failed to take children’s development into consideration as she banned the capture and captive breeding of marine animals in French aquariums.

7 . I am used to alarming headlines about test results in many countries, but there was a more interesting example recently. The Program for International Student Assessment (PISA, 国际学生评估项目) tested the financial literacy of 15-year-olds internationally, and the results are not encouraging. Nearly a quarter of test-takers did not even reach a baseline of proficiency. Financial literacy implies an understanding of what money is, how to manage it, and how it can be lost or gained.

Shanghai’s youth outperformed their peers once again. Congratulations! But in my experience, perhaps not all of you have acquired a high level of financial literacy, and this city does not always make it easy to exercise financial self-discipline. Have you ever been tempted to spend more by all the street stands selling fish balls in curry (咖喱) sauce, a tentacle (章鱼须) on a stick or cold bubble tea? I certainly have. Many Shanghainese also overstretch (使……硬撑着) themselves to buy a car, even though Shanghai has excellent and affordable public transportation.

Financial literacy, however, doesn’t just mean being economical and buying inexpensive things. It also means, for example, the difference between owning assets (资产) and liabilities (债务). Assets make you money. Liabilities merely cost you money. You can be more secure financially if you invest in assets because assets are an additional source of income from wages. Sometimes, it’s better to spend money than save it — if you invest in something worthwhile. Buying shoes which will last a lifetime can actually save you money in the long term. Cheap, flimsy shoes, on the other hand, will only cost you more — according to a principle called “false economy.”

Such principles are not usually taught at school. Perhaps your parents can teach you more. Financial journalists and writers, such as Martin Lewis of www.moneysavingexpert.com, taught me more. But we know practice makes perfect. Do your parents give you an allowance? Would you look for part-time work like babysitting this summer? In that case, write down what your income is each week. Decide how much of it you want to save each week and how much you can spend.

Finally, remember that wealth is not the only important goal in life. Your moral character is your greatest asset. I must remember this principle before I go to my tailor again.

1. Which of the following statements about the PISA financial literacy test is NOT true?

A．The test that the PISA conducted produced an alarming headline.

B．Most of the participants proved to be good at financial literacy.

C．Shanghai’s students came out on top in the test.

D．All the students who participated in the test were 15 years old.

2. According to the article, why does the author say Shanghai is not always conducive to financial self-discipline?

A．Because it is more expensive to buy a car in Shanghai than in other cities.

B．Because there are many tempting stands selling all kinds of foods in Shanghai.

C．Because it is expensive to travel around Shanghai using public transportation.

D．Because those who live in Shanghai are surrounded by people who like to overstretch themselves.

3. According to the article, what does false economy mean?

A．An action that saves money both at the beginning and in the long run.

B．An action that costs a lot both at the beginning and in the long run.

C．An action that costs a lot at the very beginning but results in more money being saved in the long run.

D．An action that saves money at the beginning but results in more money being spent in the long run

4. According to the article, how can we improve our financial literacy?
① Take a financial literacy course at school.       
② Read Martin Lewis’ articles on www. money savingexpert.com.
③ Ask our parents to give us an allowance.
④ Look for a part-time job and learn to manage our income.

A．①②

B．③④

C．①③

D．②④

8 . “EDUCATION is what remains after one has forgotten what one has learned in school,” Albert Einstein once said. Confused? You’re still in school, so you are forgiven. Here, Einstein is referring directly to the idea of learning as a whole, rather than the simple acquisition of knowledge. Once someone has left school, they are not just meant to carry around a certificate stating their achievements; they should also have a way of thought that allows them to continue navigating their way through their entire life.

Yet in China, and many other Asian nations, much emphasis is placed on academic achievements, like grades or awards. Some of this can be attributed to Confucius and the imperial examination system in ancient China. There is nothing to be said against those students who pursue higher scores and more awards — striving for excellence is an important part of professionalism in any industry. But it’s really a pity to know that some people go out of their way just to gain these labels.

I’m sure many of us have heard of the Zhai Tianlin incident from a while ago. The already famous and accomplished actor, wishing to “rise above” his peers through academic achievements, has attempted to take shortcuts to success. Due to one of his papers’ having been found to be 40% plagiarized, Zhai has been expelled by Peking University from its postdoctoral stations. Beijing Film Academy has also revoked Zhai’s doctoral acting degree after he was found to have committed academic misconduct.

I wouldn’t be surprised if Zhai’s acting career is brought to a halt (停止) as well. So disastrous is the label of “academic misconduct” that a single case could ruin your entire credibility. When a student intentionally cheats through university, the value of the degree and the morals of the individual are diminished. This lack of credibility then follows you into the workforce and can impact your professional goals. For example, nobody wants a doctor who cheated to get his medical degree to perform a life or death surgery on them, or a bad engineer to build bridges.

At the very least, I want you all to remember that the entire point of an education is to foster a love for learning, not to gain some labels. As one of the first quotations by Confucius that I learned goes, “Isn’t it a pleasure to study and practice what you have learned?”

1. According to Albert Einstein, the purpose of education is to ______.

A．help students acquire knowledge

B．help students gain more certificates

C．help students achieve their professional goals

D．help students develop a lifetime passion for learning

2. We can learn from the article that the author ______.

A．thinks that students should not achieve higher scores

B．believes that China’s education system has stopped people from pursuing the pleasure of study

C．quite approves of Confucius’ educational beliefs

D．feels concerned about Zhai Tianlin’s future after he was confirmed to have committed academic misconduct

3. What does the author mainly want to express in Paragraph 4 ?

A．the author’s attitude toward Zhai Tianlin incident

B．the importance of honesty and moral behavior in academic settings

C．the consequences of academic misconduct

D．the qualities that a person needs in the workplace

9 . 听下面一段短文，回答以下小题。
1. How can people operate a self-driving car?

A．By calling the operator.

B．By pressing some buttons.

C．By telling the car their destinations.

2. Where do self-driving cars mainly appear?

A．In Chicago.

B．In California.

C．In Los Angeles.

3. Why did the police order the Google car to stop?

A．It broke the law.

B．It hit another car.

C．It broke the speed limitation.

4. How far have self-driving cars driven?

A．About 2 million kilometers.

B．About 9 million kilometers.

C．About 19 million kilometers.

10 . I walked into the grocery store not particularly interested in buying groceries. The_________of losing my husband was still too raw. And this grocery store held so many_________memories. He often came with me and almost every time he'd pretend to_________and look for something special. However, I’d always spot him, three yellow roses in hand. He knew I loved yellow roses. With a heart filled with grief, I only wanted to buy my few _________and leave.

Suddenly a woman in green came beside me. I watched_________she picked up a large package of T-bones, dropped them in her basket...._________, and then put them back. She turned to go and once again reached for the pack of steaks.

She saw me watching her and said,“My husband loves T-bones, but honestly, at these prices, I don't know.”

I_________ the emotion down my throat and met her pale blue eyes.

“My husband passed away eight days ago,” I told her. Glancing at the package in her hands, I fought to control the tremble in my _________. “Buy him the steaks. And cherish every moment you have together.”

I turned and pushed my cart _________the length of the store. While walking down the aisle, I saw first the____________suit, and then____________the pretty lady coming towards me.

As she came closer, I saw what she____________and tears began misting in my eyes. “These are for you and these are ____________for,” she said and placed three beautiful yellow roses in my arms. I looked ____________ at the beautiful roses. How did she know? Suddenly the answer seemed so ____________. I wasn't alone.

1.

A．ache

B．pain

C．anxiety

D．disappointment

2.

A．annoying

B．unfortunate

C．sweet

D．impressive

3.

A．go off

B．take off

C．put off

D．give off

4.

A．cakes

B．necessities

C．roses

D．scarves

5.

A．before

B．until

C．while

D．as

6.

A．compared

B．appreciated

C．hesitated

D．struggled

7.

A．swallowed

B．transformed

C．chewed

D．moved

8.

A．eyes

B．heart

C．hands

D．voice

9.

A．through

B．over

C．across

D．towards

10.

A．green

B．comfortable

C．modern

D．expensive

11.

A．realized

B．recognized

C．overlooked

D．expected

12.

A．created

B．carried

C．collected

D．held

13.

A．decorated

B．ordered

C．paid

D．distributed

14.

A．up

B．back

C．around

D．down

15.

A．obvious

B．exact

C．puzzling

D．optimistic