1 . Society tells us we should socialise to the fullest, and that those who are surrounded by people are the most successful and the happiest. These days, we’re almost always connected, whether in person or through our phone screens and online social networks. But there’s something to be said for solitude(独处), “Being alone doesn’t necessarily mean being lonely”. In fact, spending time by yourself is an essential element of self-care.

Around the globe, different cultures have wide-ranging perspectives on what it means to spend time alone. If you live or have spent time in the United States, you’re probably aware that Americans tend to reject solitude. For many younger people, weekends are packed with social activities, ranging from brunch with friends to dinner parties to game nights to drinking at bars and everything in between.

The United States isn’t the only place where you’ll find a heavy emphasis on social time. Across the Atlantic, the United Kingdom is known for being an extremely extroverted(外向型的)country. A survey of Brits found that more than half had never done and would be unwilling to do activities like going to theme parks or seeing live music alone. Most Brits spend almost twice as much of their leisure time socialising with others as they do being alone.

The home can be a place of rest, relaxation and recharge—that is, if you live by yourself or have the space to be alone in your home. The country in which people are least likely to live alone is India, at about 4 percent of the population. China is also quite fond of multiple-person households, with only about 10 percent of people living by themselves. In more collectivist cultures like these, many aspects of life are related to community. Thus, spending time alone isn’t as ingrained(根深蒂固的)as a social convention in places like these, and the good of the group takes priority over the needs of one person.

1. What can we learn from the first paragraph?

A．People can benefit more from solitude.

B．People tend to socialise more nowadays.

C．Being alone generally equals being lonely.

D．Being alone enables people to be carefree.

2. Which of the following best describes young Americans?

A．Imaginative and wild.	B．Responsible and energetic.
C．Optimistic and dutiful.	D．Outgoing and sociable.

3. Why are most Chinese people more likely to live together?

A．Because they share a specific culture.

B．Because they lack some local customs.

C．Because they possess enough home space.

D．Because they give priority to their own needs.

4. What’s the best title for the passage?

A．The Essence of Self-care	B．Enjoy Solitude, Enjoy Yourself
C．The Functions of Different Cultures	D．The Perspectives on Solitude

3 . 假定你是某国际学校学生李华，你的爱尔兰笔友Kelly对你提到的学校“多元文化日”(Multicultural Day)活动很感兴趣。请回信告知他关于该活动的相关信息。内容包括：
1.活动时间;
2.活动目的和内容。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Kelly,
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Yours,

Li Hua

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。

In 2001, when Kunqu Opera     1     (list) as one of the masterpieces of the oral and intangible heritage(非物质遗产) of humanity by UNESCO, Yang Fengyi traveled with her performers to the UNESCO headquarters in Paris     2     (witness) the historic moment. They demonstrated the ancient art form through a short performance. One of the actresses received a note from an audience member after the show,     3     (tell) her how beautiful she was onstage and how beautiful Kunqu Opera was.

As one of China’s oldest traditional opera forms, Kunqu Opera was born in the region of Kunshan in today's Suzhou, Jiangsu province. Combining songs     4     are performed in the Suzhou dialect, graceful body movements, martial arts and dance, Kunqu Opera uses     5     endless variety of movements to express specific emotions. It has distinguished     6     （it） by the virtuosity(高超艺)of its rhythmic patterns and had a     7     (power) influence on all the more recent forms of opera in China, such as Peking Opera. It is hence known as the mother of all Chinese operas.

    8     many old Chinese art forms, Kunqu Opera has faced competition from mass culture and a lack of interest among young people, but the     9     (recognize)by UNESCO put Kunqu Opera in the international spotlight at the same time as it     10     (begin) to experience a domestic revival.

8 . 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落的开头语续写两段话，使之构成一个完整的故事。

Christmas Day was coming. I was just a kid then, and my big sister told me there was no Santa Claus. I fled to my Grandma because she would be straight with me. I knew Grandma always told me the truth. Grandma was home, and I told her everything. “No Santa Claus?” She shouted. “Ridiculous! Don’t believe it. “Now, put on your coat, and let’s go.”

“Go where, Grandma?” I asked. “Where” turned out to be Kerby’s General Store, the one store in town that had a little bit of just about everything. As we walked through its doors, Grandma handed me ten dollars. “Take this money, and buy something for someone who needs it. I’ll wait for you in the car.” Then she turned and walked out of Kerby’s.

I was only eight years old. I’d often gone shopping with my mother, but never had I shopped for anything all by myself. The store seemed big and crowded, full of people competing to finish their Christmas shopping. For a few moments I just stood there, confused, holding that ten-dollar bill, wondering what to buy and who to buy it for. I suddenly thought of Bobby Decker, who was a kid with bad breath and messy hair. He sat right behind me in Mrs. Pollock’s grade-two class. Bobby Decker didn’t have a coat. I knew that because he never went out for break during the winter. His mother always wrote a note, telling the teacher that he had a cough, but we kids knew that Bobby Decker didn’t have a cough, and he didn’t have a coat. I would buy Bobby Decker a coat! I chose a red one, which looked really warm, and he would like that.

“Is this a Christmas present for someone?” the lady behind the counter asked kindly, as I laid ten dollars down. “Yes.”

The nice lady smiled at me, put the coat in a bag and wished me a Merry Christmas.

注意：1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。
Paragraph 1:

That evening, Grandma helped me wrap (包裹) the coat in Christmas paper.

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Paragraph2:

Grandma and I waited breathlessly for Bobby Decker’s front door to open.

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9 . While tea may have its origins in Asia, now it has found its way into their food culture and traditions in many countries. It is a special way of connecting people all over the world in different ways and ceremonies. That finally all results in a group of people sitting together and enjoying a cup of tea.

Chinese tea culture

Since China is considered as the birthplace of tea, it is no wonder that Chinese tea culture is rich in history and tradition. Today, Chinese tea continues to be used in Chinese medicine and is commonly used on both formal and informal occasions either for personal enjoyment or as a Chinese cultural tradition.

Japanese tea culture

Japan also has a long history with tea, especially Japanese Matcha, which is a kind of ground green tea. Japanese tea is commonly used in Japanese tea ceremonies and only in recent years has become popular in western culture.

British tea culture

When it comes to British tea, British tea culture is what comes to mind. A hot cup of Earl Grey tea often serves with a little milk and a biscuit in the afternoon as a pick-me-up for the day, which makes you feel better and more energetic. Even though tea may not be native to England, this British tea tradition is still going strong today.

Moroccan tea culture

When you visit Morocco, it is hard to miss the outstanding tea culture that is such a special way to welcome guests. Before any gathering, a pot of mint(薄荷)tea is always prepared and served among the host and guests. This is an expression of Moroccan tradition and kindness, which should always be accepted by guests as a sign of appreciation and respect to the host.

1. What do Chinese and Japanese tea cultures have in common?

A．They have a long history.

B．They are used in medicine.

C．They are well known for green tea.

D．They have long been widely recognized.

2. Why do the British prefer the afternoon tea?

A．To show kindness.

B．To get new energy.

C．To bring out respect

D．To observe a tradition.

3. What word can best describe Moroccan people?

A．Honest.

B．Confident.

C．Grateful.

D．Friendly.

10 . 假定你是李华, 你校英文报开设了 Daily Wisdom Quote 专栏,请你用英文给编辑写一封信,推介一句你喜欢的名言，内容包括:
1.名言阐述:
2.推介理由。
注意:
1.写作词数应为 80左右:
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的对应位置作答。
Dear editor,
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Yours,

Li Hua