1 . Recently, a couple in New Zealand were forbidden from naming their baby son 4Real. Even though New Zealand has quite liberal rules about naming children, names beginning with a number are not allowed.     1    

In many countries around the world, unusual names for children are becoming more popular, especially since the increasing trend for celebrities to give their children unusual names.     2    The only restrictions on parents relate to offensive words such as swear words (脏话).

Some parents choose names which come from popular culture. For example, there have been six boys named Gandalf after the character in the Lord of the Rings novels and films.     3     Since 1984, 36 children have been called Arsenal after the football team.

    4     Jordan, the British model, recently invented the name Tiáamii for her daughter by combining the names Thea and Amy (the two grandmothers).

Other countries have much stricter rules when it comes to naming children. Countries including Japan, Denmark, Spain, Germany and Argentina have an approved list of names from which parents must choose. In China, there are some rules about what you may call a child – no foreign letters or symbols are allowed.     5    

In Britain, some names which were previously thought of as old-fashioned have become more popular again, such as Maisie or Ella for a girl, or Alfie or Noah for a boy. But the most popular names are not the strange ones. The top names are fairly traditional – Jack, Charlie and Thomas for boys and Grace, Ruby and Jessica for girls.

A．The parents finally came up with a plan.

B．They decided to call him Superman instead.

C．Names related to sport are also fairly common.

D．Other parents like to make up or combine names.

E．You can call a child almost anything you like in Britain.

F．A couple were recently banned from calling their baby @.

G．Parents there are to blame for naming their child an unusual name.

2 . 假如你是王伟，你的英国笔友Tom听说中国有一种戏剧叫皮影戏，感到很好奇，所以发邮件向你询问。请你写封邮作告知有关皮影戏的情况。
1. 皮影材质及表演方式（动物皮或硬纸板制成；人操纵丝线控制；通过灯光照射投影在幕布上表演；表演讲述经典故事）;
2. 文化价值和历史。（起源于宋朝；对电影和卡通的发明和发展起了重要作用）。
注意:1. 词教100左右;

2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

参考词汇: 皮影戏shadow play   纸板：paper boards     丝线：the silk string。
Dear Tom,
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Sincerely Yours,

Wang Wei

3 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。

In Chinese culture, each year is related to     1    Chinese animal according to the 12-year cycle. 2018 is an Earth Dog Year. People born during the year of dog     2     ( believe) to take after some of the animal’s characteristics, such as loyalty, patience, and reliability.

Zodiac(黄道) theory also relates to Chinese elemental theory,     3    associates the 12 animals with one of five elements :metal, wood, water, fire, and earth. The five elements     4     (combine) with the 12 zodiac signs produce a 60-year cycle. Zodiac animals have both fixed and non-fixed elements attached     5    them. For example, the dog (as well as the dragon, ox, and goat) is always associated with the earth element.     6    the year of 2018 is considered an earth year according to the Chinese solar calendar, those born in 2018 are considered earth dogs, which carry characteristics like being communicative and responsible at work. Though dogs are     7     (general ) associated with earth, those born during the metal dog year are believed to be conservative and     8     (caution) in nature. As Dogs are not good at communication, it is difficult for them to convey their     9     ( think) to others. Therefore, Dogs tend to leave others with the impression that they have a stubborn     10    ( personal) , but they are indeed loyal to their families and friends.

4 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。

China has always been famous for being a “State of Etiquette (礼仪)”. According to historical documents, as early as 2,600 years ago, this nation has already established a thorough set     1     dining etiquette.

A famous 19th century Russian writer, Anton Chekhov, once invited a Chinese man     2     (have) a drink in a bar. Chekhov said, “Before drinking from his cup, he held it with his hands and presented to me and the bar owner and bartenders,    3     (say) ‘qing (please)’. This is the custom of China. They are not like us to finish it in one drink,    4     prefer to drink by taking a small amount at     5     time. With every sip (一小口), he     6     (eat) some food. Afterwards, he handed me some Chinese     7     (coin) to show gratitude. This is a rather interestingly polite nationality... “ This was the most valuable opinion of a Chinese person     8     was given by a foreigner two centuries ago. Chinese traditional dinner procedures used to be long and dealt     9     (serious) with; the     10     (important) the occasion, the more complex the procedures were.

5 . 假定你是李华，你的美国朋友Mike来信告诉你，他即将来中国生活一年。请你写封回信给他，简要告知他在中国生活需要了解的一些事情，比如中国的美食、旅游、以及购物等。
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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6 . 阅读下面短文,在空格处填入适当的内容（不多于3个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。

World Read Aloud Day is celebrated each year on the first Wednesday of March. It     1     (start) by the LitWorld.org website in 2010 and has now reached 65 countries. The aim is to encourage people worldwide who cannot read to enjoy the benefits of a book. The website asks everyone     2     (celebrate) the day by taking a book, finding an audience, and reading out aloud. It is about taking action to show the world that the right to read and write     3     (belong) to all people.

The website asks     4    （visit） to join in the movement to reduce     5       number of illiterate（不识字的）people in the world. It is     6     (absolute) necessary to help those who cannot read. The website says, “It’s time to start by reading aloud to     7     might like it. Share a book with a child who might need it, share a story with someone who would treasure it, listen patiently     8     someone else’s story as they share with you.” The United Nations says, “Literacy involves a variety of learning in enabling individuals to achieve their goals, to develop their knowledge,     9     to participate fully in society.” In that way, World Read Aloud Day does help make a     10    (different).

7 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。

The British have many traditions but there is nothing more quintessential (典型的) than taking afternoon tea. We know the British have a love affair with drinking tea,     1     more than 160 million cups drunk every day, but it was the invention of afternoon tea that turned tea-drinking into     2     popular pastime.

This sociable feast involves drinking good quality tea     3     (comfort) while nibbling (小口吃) on nice sandwiches, scones with jam and cream and a selection of small cakes. And, of course, it can only happen in the afternoon!     Afternoon tea,     4     (design) as a light snack to bridge the gap between lunch and dinner, dates back to the 1840s.   It went on to become a     5     (fashion) social occasion for the upper classes.

Now there is a resurgence (复苏) in its     6     (popular) in the UK and it is available to anyone who can afford it.     7     it can be enjoyed at home, the best way to experience it is at a smart hotel of café. But if you’re thinking of visiting such a place     8     (enjoy) a plate of sweet and tasty treats with a steaming hot brew, remember the rules you must follow to avoid     9     (ask) to leave.

Writer Henry James once noted that “there are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour devoted to the ceremony known as afternoon tea”. I’m sure once you try it, you     10    (agree).

8 . Nowadays，there is a trend that more and more people spend their holidays in foreign countries.    1    So read our travel tips that are simple and practical，and you can always enjoy your travels.

On a business card，write down the emergency contact's information and place it in your wallet.    2    Give your emergency contact a copy of your travel plan，a passport data page，and the visa information. Give each piece of your luggage a unique look：tie a bright handkerchief to a handle or purchase a colored luggage tag.    3    If you don't speak the local language，carry a matchbox，or a brochure with the name and address of your destination.    4    

To avoid being a target of crime，don't wear eye catching clothing：dress conservatively (保守地)，and don't wear or carry obvious signs of wealth (gold watches，expensive jewelry and etc.) and don't carry more cash than necessary.    5    

To make sure of a safe journey and avoid some unnecessary trouble when traveling in foreign countries，you could never be too careful.

A．Also，don't accept packages from strangers.

B．Once your wallet is stolen，you can let them know.

C．Good preparations can always help you out as well.

D．You can show it to taxi drivers when asking for directions.

E．It will be easier for you to keep track of your bag from a distance.

F．Of course everyone wants his travels to be trouble-free and enjoyable.

G．Include the name of anyone who should be contacted in an emergency.

9 . Here’s a selection of festivals for tourists to the United States in summer.

San Francisco Silent Film Festival

Films at this odd cinematic event have a variety of musical accompaniments, including piano and violin. It includes some classic silent movies. If you want to see them all, you can buy a festival pass.

May 29 to June 1; www.silent film.org

Union Street Festival

This popular street fair stretches out over six blocks of the city, in the fashionable shopping area of Union Street. This year, there’s beer, wine, biscuits tasting and more separate themes-fashion, cuisine, tech, local, craft, and health and fitness.

June 7 to 10; www.unionstreetfestival.com

North Beach Festival

This is San Francisco’s oldest street party, with live entertainment, delicious food and arts and crafts. Situated in the Little Italy district, known for its associations with the “Beat Generation”, festival goers are guaranteed plenty of good Italian food. There is also as the “blessing of the animals”, a San Francisco tradition which takes place at the National Shrine of Saint Francis of Assisi (610 Vallejo Street) at 2 pm on both days of the festival.

June 14 to 16; www.sfnorthbeach.org

Stern Grove Festival

This is the oldest free summer arts festival of its kind in the United States. It includes a wide variety of acts, from the local symphony orchestra to well known artists such as Smokey Robinson.

Sundays from June 22 to Aug 24; www.stemgrove.org

1. Which of the following festivals contains the most themes?

A．Union Street Festival.	B．San Francisco Silent Film Festival.
C．North Beach Festival.	D．Stem Grove Festival.

2. How is North Beach Festival different from the other festivals?

A．Festival goers can enjoy food in it.	B．It lasts the shortest time.
C．It has the longest history of food.	D．Some foreign culture is presented in it.

3. When can you enjoy the oldest arts festival in the United States?

A．Saturdays in July.	B．Saturdays in May.
C．Sundays in May.	D．Sundays in July.

10 . 假设你是李华，你的美国笔友Peter对中国春联 (Spring Festival couplets）产生了浓厚的兴趣，来信向你了解中国的春联文化。请你回信为他介绍春联的用途、内容和寓意等。
注意：1、词数100左右。2、可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Peter,
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Yours,

Li Hua