1 . In moving to another country it is not uncommon to experience culture shock. As a Chinese person in Britain, I am no different.

Basically, there are five stages of culture shock.

Stage one can be called the Tourist stage". If you travel a lot, you'll agree with me. Everything in a new place is very exciting to a tourist.    1    After all, tourists don't usually stay too long in one place.

The second stage is the "shock stage”.    2     I am new in the country. Will someone cheat or rob me? I don't know anybody here and I miss home. Luckily, my "shock period" was quite short. I had so many things to do every day, so I didn't have time to get depressed.

    3    You learn to deal with the difficulties and stop complaining. This period can be slow and if you fail, you have to go back to the shock stage. I am very lucky. I have a roommate who has lived here for several years. Every time I talk to her, I feel better.

    4    We feel more comfortable and can adapt to the new culture. I think this will take a long time because I don't see any trace of it in me.

The last stage is called the re-entry shock stage". This is the shock you feel when returning home. Everybody is happy to see you again, but you've changed.    5    

A．Your own culture may feel foreign.

B．Then comes the stage of acceptance.

C．In the next stage, you begin to adjust.

D．Problems and anxiety appear at this time.

E．You start to identify with the new culture.

F．This stage can last for months or just a couple of days.

G．Find the courage to move forward during this difficult stage.

2 . Soon the fire was burning bright, and everyone’s spirits lifted. The kids _________ when Dad handed them each a piece of candy, and Mrs. Clark looked on with a(n) _________ that probably hadn’t crossed her face since her husband died last year.

“God bless you,” she said. Dad _________ that everyone try on the shoes before we left. I was _________ when they all fit, and I wondered _________ he had known what sizes to get. Dad _________ each of the kids in his big arms and gave them a hug. They became attached to(依恋)him and didn’t want us to _________.

At the door, Dad invited Mrs. Clark and the children _________ for Christmas dinner the next day. With a look of deep _________, Mrs. Clark nodded.

On the way back home, Dad explained that he and Mom had ____________ money here and there all year long to buy me a dress for Christmas. But yesterday, when he had seen little Jake with his feet ____________ in gunnysacks(黄麻袋),Dad knew what he had to do. “I ____________ that money on some shoes and a little candy for those children. I hope you understand,” he said.

I understood very ____________. My father had given me a gift much ____________ than a dress. He gave me the look on Mrs. Clark’s face, the smiles of her three children, and the best Christmas ____________ of my life.

1.

A．cheered

B．hid

C．quarrelled

D．stared

2.

A．tear

B．smile

C．expression

D．behavior

3.

A．agreed

B．threatened

C．insisted

D．opposed

4.

A．amazed

B．satisfied

C．afraid

D．anxious

5.

A．whether

B．that

C．where

D．how

6.

A．kissed

B．took

C．shook

D．helped

7.

A．stand

B．stay

C．leave

D．visit

8.

A．through

B．across

C．over

D．in

9.

A．misunderstanding

B．seriousness

C．admiration

D．gratefulness

10.

A．found

B．borrowed

C．paid

D．saved

11.

A．packed

B．wrapped

C．cleaned

D．protected

12.

A．invested

B．earned

C．spent

D．wasted

13.

A．well

B．little

C．poorly

D．differently

14.

A．less

B．cheaper

C．prettier

D．greater

15.

A．intention

B．memory

C．promise

D．journey

3 . Of late, the Chinese media have turned the spotlight on a woman named Li Ziqi, praising her for doing an excellent job of “telling China’s story to the world”. Li seems to have become an unofficial cultural ambassador showcasing China’s history and culture.

Li, 29, lives with her grandma in a small village of Mianyang. She has been posting videos of her daily life on social media platforms since March 2016 to connect to the world.

Her popularity online can be proved from these figures: on YouTube, Li’s “channel” has more than 7.61 million subscribers, and the figure is growing daily. On Sina Weibo, one of China’s most popular social media platforms, she has more than 21.5 million fans. And each of her 104 YouTube posts has been viewed between 2 million and over 40 million times.

Technically, the fine quality of her cinematographic output is the most eye-catching feature. The stunning scenery of Li’s village, her elegant yet confident way of getting jobs done, and the relaxing background music are all appealing to viewers. Culturally, what touches the heart of Li’s followers is the universal language of love, inner peace, caring for the family and love for nature. Many viewers find inspiration from Li’s posts. Others , tired of their technology driven fast paced urban life, find comfort in her simple and tranquil life.

Ironically, Li has not been as well received at home as overseas. Some critics question whether she alone filmed and edited her early posts. A few even accuse her of showcasing the “backwardness” of China to foreigners, while some argue that her presentation of rural China is imaginary. And recently, a debate has started on whether or not Li is “exporting” Chinese culture abroad.

But the fact that Li single-handedly produced her early works has been documented and publicized. And she cannot be blamed for having a small crew now that her filming and editing work has increased. As for “exporting culture”, Li has never claimed the responsibility of spreading Chinese culture to the world. What she does instead is merely recording and presenting her lifestyle to make a living.

Li’s popularity makes us reflect on what should be an effective way of “telling China’s story” to the world and changing the stereotype image of China described in some Western media.

1. What's the purpose of the figures listed in paragraph 3?

A．To suggest that Li is more popular on Sina Weibo than on YouTube.

B．To show that Li is liked by a large number of netizens.

C．To explain why Li is praised by the Chinese media.

D．To persuade more netizens to subscribe Li’s “channel” .

2. What does the underlined word “tranquil” in paragraph 4 probably mean?

A．Complex.	B．Tiring.
C．Peaceful.	D．Touching.

3. Why does Li post her videos online?

A．To make a living.	B．To export Chinese culture abroad.
C．To improve her skills in producing videos.	D．To show her love for her grandma.

4. What might the author talk about next?

A．Effective ways to become an online celebrity.	B．Possible reasons of Li’s popularity.
C．Stereotype images of China in some media abroad.	D．Useful methods to export culture.

4 . 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。

April Fool’s day is a day     1     people can play jokes on others. No one knows for sure how this holiday began. Some English people hold the     2    (believe) that it began on the day during the 1200s. At that time, King John of England was in     3     habit of making a road out of nearly every path he walked regularly. The citizens of one farm village were aware of this. To protect their grass and farms from being destroyed, they built a fence that prevented the king from walking through their countryside. The king sent a group of soldiers to inform the villagers to remove the fence.     4     hearing that, however, the villagers developed a plan of their own. When the soldiers arrived, the villagers ran around and shouted wildly with things     5    (throw) away everywhere, behaving as if they     6    (go) mad. The soldiers reported to the king that they were so mad as to be beyond punishment. The villagers saved their farmland     7    (success) by tricking the king. Now April’s day     8    (remain) in fashion,     9     the tradition only allows tricks from midnight to noon on April 1st. Those who try to play tricks in the afternoon act as     10    (fool) themselves and are usually laughed at.

5 . Whether you seek culture, community, or comfort food in America, these amazing festivals prove that small towns from coast to coast know how to throw big celebration.

Tulip Time

Go: May in Holland, Michigan

There’s no better place to celebrate Michigan’s Dutch Heritage than a town called Holland, where six million tulips are planted in private fields, city parks, and other gardens around town. First introduced in 1929, Tulip Time draws a half million visitors and features eight days of events, including three parades, an arts-and-crafts show, carnival rides, fireworks, and plenty of Dutch food tastings.

Texas SandFest

Go: April in Port Aransas, Texas

Since 1997, this artistic sand festival attracts talented amateurs and master sculptors alike to beautiful beaches of Port Aransas. A three-day event typically held over a weekend in late April, SandFest features parades, live music, entertainment, food, and sand sculpting lessons.

Burlington Steamboat Days

Go: June in Burlington, Iowa

Going strong for over 55 years, the four-day Burlington Steamboat Days draws an impressive lineup of musical headliners and new artists to this small town. Over the years, attendees have been treated to performances by Louie Armstrong, Lady Antebellum, Blake Shelton, and more. In addition to music, there are carnival games and parades, as well as a golf tournament.

National Balloon Classic

Go: July-August in Indianola, Iowa

Every summer since 1976, the small town has put on one of the largest festivals in the Midwest. The weeklong National Balloon Classic features twice-daily flights of more than 100 colorful hot-air balloons, skydiving demonstrations, and balloon rides. There’s also live music, food vendors, and a kid’s play area.

1. Which of the following has the longest history?

A．Tulip Time.	B．Texas SandFest.
C．Burlington Steamboat Day.	D．National Balloon Classic.

2. What can people do in Burligton Steamboat Days?

A．Take a balloon ride.	B．Attend sculpting lessons.
C．Learn steamboat’s history.	D．Enjoy great performances.

3. What do these festivals have in common?

A．They kick off with parades.	B．They all last for a week long.
C．They take place in small towns.	D．They are held in the same state.

6 . 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。

The game of Go (围棋) is an important board game with origins in China from more than 4,000 years ago. In China, Go     1     (recognize) as “hand conversations” as well, through which players communicate with each other.     2       other words, they “talk” through the placing of pieces on the board. The metaphor (比喻) first     3     (use) by Zhi Daolin, a Buddhist master of the Jin Dynasty, reflects the nature of the game. While scholars of his time often lost     4    (they) in philosophical (哲学的) debates on life and universe, he preferred to play Go     5     he believed was full of hows and whys of life.

Master Go players often feel as if they were playing a real-life game: sometimes one can move forward, while at other times, one must slow down: sometimes one can     6     (direct) face the challenger, at other times one must take an indirect approach. Appropriate placement of each tiny Go piece is similar to     7     one might solve a difficult problem of life. The purpose of     8     (play) Go is not just to win but also, more importantly, to seek     9     (wise) through the process. The players unite with each other on the board. Instead of fighting as     10     (enemy), they cooperate to play a good game. One thoughtless move could ruin the enjoyment.

7 . Undoubtedly, Britain is a nation of hat wearers. From taking off hats     1     launching mortar boards (学位帽) in the air, hats have long been associated with ceremonies and practices. Even the history of the country can     2    (tell) through hats.

    3     (date) back to medieval England, the flat cap became a symbol of working class culture in the 19th and 20th centuries. The Edwardian Era was     4     golden age of hats, when the decorations became even more delicate, ranging from flowers, birds to fruits. The pork pie hat, starting in the middle 19th century, was the     5    (choose) for many well-dressed Victorian citizens. Decades later it     6    (gradual) became a key feature of London street style. By the 1960s, though, hats faded out of people’s sight because of the rise of private cars. It was the Royal Wedding     7    (hold) in 2011 that contributed to the return of hat wearing. For example, Stockport Hat Works Museum— the only museum in the country featured in hats and hat making — is     8    (popular) than ever, with a distinct increase on its visitors.

    9     marks Britain out on the world stage is the large number of hats of different shapes and colors. The variety of hats in Britain     10     (reflect) its multicultural background and rich cultural heritage.

8 . 假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有2处。涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加：此行缺一个词在缺词处加一个漏字符号（/\），在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线（\）划掉。
修改：在错的词下划一横线，在该词下面写出改正后的词。
注意：1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；

2.只允许修改10处,多者(从第11处起)不计分 。

It is interested to look at differences between schools in different countries. In many European countries which the relationship between teachers and students is quite formal, discipline and respect for the teacher is considered as very important. In northern European countries, however, the relationship between teachers and students are more relaxing and much friendly. In America, for example, the relationships are quite formal and the same is true of Britain. Other important difference is whether schools are state schools and private schools. State schools are paid by the government while in private schools, the education of the children is paid for by his parents.

9 . 假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。作文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧）并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；

2.只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。

Be abroad, you may find many things are different—the food, the customs, and the language. The last of these are the most important, as you need to be able to communicate in order to make the most of your stay. So I advise you to find the good school, and the school good academic atmosphere will help you improve your language skill. I found things got a lot of better for me once I’d joined a local tennis club. I really enjoyed it, and I made plenty of friends here. I am not homesick any more but I began to find my way around. All to all, I’d say it’s essential to maintain a positive attitude, and you’ll certainly enjoy yourself.