1 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Who found the toy from the junk yard?

A．Dickey.

B．Xu Jiao’s father.

C．Dickey’s father.

2. When is Xu Jiao’s birthday?

A．On August 21.

B．On August 5.

C．On April 21.

3. What do we know about Xu Jiao from the talk?

A．She lived a poor life.

B．She played a boy in the movie.

C．She was born in Hong Kong.

2 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. With whom will the woman go to New York City?

A．Herself.

B．The man’s friend.

C．Her friend.

2. How will the woman go to New York?

A．By car.

B．By plane.

C．By train.

3. What do the woman and Laura have in common?

A．They both enjoy traveling.

B．They’re both teenagers.

C．They’re both interested in music.

3 . Here are some of the most famous duos (双人组合) to hit the big screen that have provided us with endless classic movie scenes.

Woody and Buzz-Toy Story

This duo first hit the big screen in the buddy-comedy Toy Story, released in 1995. The film takes place in a fictional world where the toys like human pretend to be lifeless when humans are present, but come to life when they leave the room. The film’s central plot focuses on the relationship between Woody, an old-fashioned doll, and Buzz, an action figure.

Cheech and Chong—Up In Smoke

Cheech and Chong are an award-winning comedy duo consisting of Richard “Cheech” and Tommy “Chong” who first found a following in the 1975 through their stand-up routines. The duo went on to release several albums throughout the 1970s.

Tyler Durden and the Narrator–Fight Club       

The 1999 film Fight Club, based on the 1996 novel of the same name by Chuck Palahni-uk, features one of the most interesting duos on this list. Tyler Durden played by Brad Pitt and the Narrator played by Edward Norton serve as the film’s central antagonists (对手) and leading characters.

Han Solo and Chewbacca—Star Wars

Star Wars is one of the most beloved science-fiction movies and features the famous duo of Han Solo and Chewbacea, who have been a pair since they were first introduced in 1977. Chewbacca became the co-pilot of the Millennium Falcon and a trusted companion to Han as they traveled the space in search of space adventure.

1. Which are the earliest duo?

A．Woody and Buzz.

B．Han Solo and Chewbacca.

C．Tyler Durden and the Narrator.

D．Cheech and Chong.

2. What’s special about Fight Club?

A．It takes place in a fictional world.

B．It is based on the novel of the same name.

C．It provided us with endless classic movie scenes.

D．It was the only science-fiction movie at that time.

3. In which section of a newspaper may this text appear?

A．Education.

B．Science

C．Entertainment.

D．Health.

4 . 语法填空

Thanks to the efforts made by former world martial art(武术)champion Chen Sitan and his wife Lin Xu, the ancient Chinese martial art tai chi has     1     (increasing)become a form of life for many New Yorkers.

Chen started learning martial art     2     the age of six. By the time he retied from his athletic career, he     3     (win)32 gold medals in Chinese and international competitions. Having coached athletes in sports team for years,     4     Chens went to the US in 2003 with the hope     5     they could bring Chinese culture for more people around the world through tai chi.

The couple started teaching children tai chi in school and later     6     (found)Sitan Tai Chi and Martial Arts. The school’s class schedule now includes various     7     (form)of tai chi, health qigong, and different levels of martial arts.

Lin said people from different age groups come to     8     (she)classes for different purposes. “Young kids want to improve     9     (fit)and learn Chinese culture, adults take chances to relieve stress     10     (bring)by work, and retired people practice it to prevent health problems,” she said.

5 . 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

Children played in the yards along the block. I waved to them as I walked by, delivering mail at houses along the way. It was just an ordinary Thursday afternoon.

There were only about 700 people on my route. Over the years, I had gotten to know most of them, if not in person then by their mail. Mrs. Dorman at the end of my route got a package from the Home Shopping Network almost every day. She was an old lady, living alone and I liked being able to bring a little joy into her life with my delivery.

Some mailmen preferred routes where they drove a truck and slipped the mail into a collection of mailboxes without seeing anyone face to face. Not me. I wanted to be outside talking to people.

To be honest, there wasn’t much excitement on a local postal route like mine. Except a sudden rainstorm or a holiday, every day was pretty much the same. But I knew I provided an important service in my job. College acceptances, birthday presents, postcards from all corners of the world——they could all make someone’s day.

I dug in my bag for Mrs. Dorman’s mail——the Home Shopping Network package. She would be glad to get this, whatever it was. Mrs. Dorman often waited for me at the door and we always had a nice talk.

Mrs. Dorman wasn’t at the door today, but I heard the TV going inside, so I knew she was home. Probably watching her shopping shows, I thought. I bent down to put her package by the door.

I froze. What was that? Something like a weak cry. I leaned closer to the door. Maybe the sound came from the TV? “Mrs. Dorman?” I called. No answer. And then the same weak cry. I tried to open the door, but it was locked. So I pressed my ear against it.

注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2. 请按如下格式作答。

This time I clearly heard the words, “Help me!”

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“What had happened that day?” I asked Mrs. Dorman after she came back home from the hospital.

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6 . Adonis Lattimore, 17, was born without a right leg, a partial left leg and only one fully functioning arm. Despite _________ from his peers throughout his life, Lattimore won Virginia’s Class 6 106-pound _________ championship, finishing his high school career in a major way.“That feeling when it finally paid off is the _________ feeling in the world,” Lattimore told“Good morning America.”

Lattimore’s wrestling career _________ in elementary school when his dad found a flyer(传单) _________ a local wrestling club in Virginia Beach and brought him to a practice. He was _________ and knew he wanted to continue in the sport. “After that, I _________ stopped going. I guess what kept me there was the competitive atmosphere it brought and the friends I was meeting on the way,” he said.

At times, others would judge his outward _________, but he didn’t let any negativity or doubts from peers _________ his drive. Though he faced hardships at times, Lattimore remained focused on his __________ and never once thought about __________ . Then came the moment he worked so hard for. His name was __________ on the loudspeaker as the 2022 state champion.

Lattimore is now planning on heading to college to continue wrestling and __________a degree in computer science. Through his journey, he hopes to __________ other young athletes to enjoy the ride and do whatever they’re __________ about.“Put everything you have into doing what you love,” he said.

1.

A．beliefs

B．problems

C．reasons

D．doubts

2.

A．shooting

B．boxing

C．racing

D．wrestling

3.

A．cleanest

B．best

C．strongest

D．longest

4.

A．continued

B．intended

C．began

D．happened

5.

A．advertising

B．calling

C．convincing

D．involving

6.

A．attracted

B．encouraged

C．influenced

D．concentrated

7.

A．ever

B．never

C．once

D．always

8.

A．expression

B．appearance

C．shape

D．structure

9.

A．strike

B．break

C．strengthen

D．weaken

10.

A．style

B．disability

C．personality

D．technique

11.

A．giving up

B．giving back

C．giving away

D．giving out

12.

A．claimed

B．neglected

C．announced

D．pronounced

13.

A．preserve

B．purse

C．occupy

D．employ

14.

A．serve

B．arouse

C．inspire

D．promote

15.

A．enthusiastic

B．curious

C．anxious

D．concerned

7 . As I had grown up in Belgium, going to university in the UK made me feel _________ and lonely. Although I was struggling, I felt unable to share how I was feeling with anyone and didn’t know where I could _________ for support.

Things were getting harder and harder, and one day I was on my way back to _________ when I had a sudden thought that _________ my life would be a way out. I was in my own world when a lady standing nearby came up for me and said: “Are you waiting for a _________? Are you OK?”

_________ I didn’t say much back to her, the little conversation was all it took to interrupt my thoughts of ending life. I got the next train back to university. The small talk was a wake-up call and made me _________ it’s OK to reach out for help. I spoke to my university and they provided me with a teacher to help. I also shared my feelings with my loved ones. By seeking some timely and useful help and being _________ about what I was feeling, I created a strong support network that I could _________ when I needed to.

When I started working at Network Rail in 2012, I heard that Samaritans provided __________ for staff working in the rail industry on identifying and helping people who may be vulnerable (脆弱的). __________, I knew I had to sign up. I wanted to turn my __________ into something useful and positive, and to equip myself to help others who might be feeling like I did back then. The training was fantastic and interestingly shone a light on the fact that everyone has the __________ to save a life.

So, if you __________ someone who you think might be struggling, try talking to them. You already have everything you need to save a life. Take it from me, starting a __________ can be all that it takes.

1.

A．delighted

B．surprised

C．nervous

D．lost

2.

A．turn on

B．turn to

C．turn up

D．turn down

3.

A．home

B．campus

C．hotel

D．company

4.

A．ending

B．saving

C．cherishing

D．appreciating

5.

A．taxi

B．bus

C．train

D．car

6.

A．Since

B．If

C．When

D．Although

7.

A．regret

B．request

C．realize

D．refuse

8.

A．honest

B．anxious

C．curious

D．modest

9.

A．call on

B．rely on

C．focus on

D．put on

10.

A．help

B．support

C．guidance

D．training

11.

A．Instantly

B．Eventually

C．Typically

D．Fortunately

12.

A．view

B．thought

C．experience

D．practice

13.

A．freedom

B．ability

C．wisdom

D．courage

14.

A．notice

B．ignore

C．judge

D．persuade

15.

A．topic

B．company

C．discussion

D．conversation

8 . The Mid-Autumn Festival is also called the Moon-cake Festival.     1     In 2021, the Mid-Autumn Festival falls on September 21st (Tuesday).     2     In China, it’s a reunion time for families, just like Thanksgiving, while in Vietnam, it’s more like a children’s day.

How the Chinese Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival?

Enjoy Family Reunions.

The roundness of the moon represents the reunion of the family in Chinese minds. Families will have dinner together on the evening of the Moon-cake Festival.

    3    

Moon-cakes are the most representative food for the Moon-cake Festival, because of their round shape and sweet flavor. Family members usually gather round and cut a moon-cake into pieces and share its sweetness.

Appreciate the Moon.

    4     It is said, sentimentally, that “the moon on the night of Mid-Autumn Festival is the brightest and the most beautiful”.

Worship(崇拜) the Moon.

According to the legend of the Mid-Autumn Festival, a fairy maiden named Chang’e lives on the moon with a cute rabbit.     5     Some believe that by worshiping the moon, Chang’e (the moon goddess) may fulfill their wishes.

A．Eat Moon-cakes.

B．Have a big meal.

C．The full moon is the symbol of family reunions in Chinese culture.

D．A “mid-autumn festival” is always celebrated in China.

E．A “mid-autumn festival” is also celebrated in other Asian communities.

F．It traditionally falls on the 15th day of the eighth month of the Chinese lunar calendar.

G．On the Festival night, people set a table under the moon with moon-cakes, and candles on it.

9 . Among many celebrated U.S. places for very cool sunsets, here are notable favorites.

California Dreamin’

While you are visiting California Dreamin’, El Matador’s eye-catching nightfall is a worthy way to lead you into deep thought. It is about the sands of time. Pack a basket of delicious food for a late-in-the-day picnic overlooking the Pacific Ocean, via the Pacific Coast Highway. The sunset is a sweet dessert.

Grand Canyon, Arizona

The 1,218,375-acre Grand Canyon National Park is wonderful. The canyon itself stretches 277 miles. Its wildlife is also so abundant. You can go to the South Rim of the canyon (大峡谷), which offers the best sunset advantages. Sometimes, you can see deer running and eagles flying with the sunset standing as the background. An unforgettable thrill: Grand Canyon Floor Landing Helicopter Sunset Tour by Canyon Tours.

Florida Serenity

Called the River of Grass, Everglades National Park — South Florida’s amazing 1.5-million-acre wetland reserve — is quilted with coastal trees and grass. An especially chosen sunset-watching site is near Mrazek Pond, approximately three miles north of the Flamingo Visitor Center. This is a birder’s (观鸟者) dream place, too, home to more than 360 species.

Hawaii Aloha

Haleakala Crater in Hawaii Aloha, a vast dormant (休眠期的) volcano 10,023 feet above sea level, is famous for its sunrises — so that dawn sun-seekers climb the volcano in the middle of the night to make the long drive up a winding road to the summit. But Haleakala’s sunsets are just as amazing. Since fewer people arrive late in the day, a more personal sunset participation is possible. Consider a private or group sunset hike to appreciate the Pacific Ocean. It is worthwhile.

1. What can visitors do in Grand Canyon?

A．Visit the wetland reserve.	B．Have an unforgettable picnic.
C．Appreciate the sunset by tour bus.	D．See eagles flying over the canyon.

2. Where is a good place for bird-watching?

A．Hawaii Aloha.	B．Florida Serenity.
C．California Dreamin’.	D．Grand Canyon, Arizona.

3. What do California Dreamin’ and Hawaii Aloha have in common?

A．They both supply a sweet dessert.

B．They both allow a more personal sunset hike.

C．They both offer the views of the Pacific Ocean.

D．They both have wonderful sunsets and sunrises.