1 . I live in Xizhou in Yunnan Province, on the historic Tea Horse Road. I have to admit that when I first heard that Paul Salopek was going to walk the entire globe on his own two feet, I was blown away. I couldn’t imagine that there could be such an unusual person in the world.

Last May, I met Paul. He told me that it was his first time in China. He talked to me with great excitement about the history, migrations, and discoveries in my region of China. He spoke of the Shu-Yandu Dao (the Southern Silk Road), the travels of the 17th-century Chinese explorer Xu Xiake, the Tea Horse Road and the early 20th-century American botanist Joseph Rock. He also talked of Xuanzang. Paul considered many of them heroes and in a sense Chinese pioneers of slow journalism.

I decided to accompany Paul on his walk toward Yunnan. On September 28, 2021, we set out. Our days were simple: walk, eat, sleep, and repeat. We woke up at sunrise, set off in high spirits, and rested at sunset, dragging ourselves into exhausted sleep.

We met many people on the road. Some were curious, surrounding us and watching us; some gave us directions; some invited us into their home to take a rest; some spoke of the charm of their hometown. We met many beautiful souls, simple souls and warm souls. We were walking with our minds.

Together, we were impressed by the biodiversity of the Gaoligong Mountains. As I walked on ancient paths through mountains, I seemed to hear the antique voices of past travelers urging me to be careful on the road.

Looking back on the more than 200 miles I walked with Paul, I came to a realization. Walking for its own sake, while healthy and admirable, is only a small part of the benefit of moving with our feet. A deeper reward is rediscovering the world around us, shortening the distance between each other, and sharing each other’s cultures.

1. How did the writer first respond to Paul’s travel plan?

A．Scared.	B．Puzzled.
C．Disappointed.	D．Surprised.

2. What can we learn about Paul Salopek from paragraph 2?

A．He was a western journalist.	B．He had a knowledge of China.
C．He came to China several times.	D．He was Joseph Rock’s acquaintance.

3. What does paragraph 4 tell us about the writer and Paul?

A．They honored the ancestors.	B．They set off in high spirits.
C．They satisfied the locals’ curiosity.	D．They built bonds with people.

4. What is the main purpose of the writer’s writing the text?

A．To share and reflect on a journey.	B．To suggest a new way of travel.
C．To advocate protection of biodiversity.	D．To introduce and promote Chinese culture.

2 . In a country where over 80% of residents live in public housing, a government commitment to sustainable urban design could have huge influence. And when it’s a tropical country like Singapore where convenience and air conditioning are a way of life, the impact could be greater still.

Promising 42,000 new homes across five residential districts, the eco-town of Tengah will be the 24th new settlement built by Singapore’s government since World War II. It is, however, the first with centralized cooling, automated trash collection and a car-free town center, with which environment lovers hope to offer a roadmap for reducing carbon emissions in the Southeast Asian city-state.

The development is named as “Forest Town” by officials, due to its abundant greenery and public gardens. Once home to brickmaking factories, and later used for military training, the 2.7-square-mile site has been reclaimed by a forest in recent years. A 328-foot-wide ecological “corridor” will be maintained through its center, providing safe passage to wildlife and connecting a water catchment area on one side to a nature reserve on the other.

The project has proven a new plan for urban planners supporting green design principles and “smart” technology, according to Chong Fook Loong, group director for research and planning at Singapore’s Housing and Development Board, the agency overseeing the country’s public housing. “Tengah is a new start,” he said in a video interview, explaining that roads and parking are being pushed beneath the town center. “We’re going for the ideal concept of separated traffic, with everything underground and then the ground level totally freed up for pedestrians — for people. So, it’s a very safe environment for all.”

“We want a town that allows walking and cycling in a very user-friendly manner,” he added, saying that cycling has “taken off” in Singapore in the “last three to five years especially”. The master plan will see the installation of electric vehicle charging stations.

1. What is special about the 24th new settlement?

A．It can house 42,000 people.	B．It will be well equipped.
C．It will be built by the government.	D．It will be environmentally friendly.

2. Which of the following might be the design of the forest town?

A．

B．

C．

D．

3. What can we learn from Chong Fook Loong’s words?

A．A parking lot will put in the town center.

B．Passers-by and traffic will be in different levels.

C．Bikes will be able to fly in the near future.

D．All masters will install charging stations.

4. What is the best title for the text?

A．Ways to reduce carbon emissions	B．A green roadmap for Singapore
C．An eco “smart” city planning	D．A smart electric vehicle technology

3 . 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，每句中最多有两处错误。要求你在错误的地方增加、删除或修改某个单词。
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: 把多余的词用斜线(\)划掉。
修改: 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。

I’m gladly to hear that you are coming to Sichuan in August. You’ve made a wise choose to travel there. As we all know it, Sichuan Province is rich in tourist attractions, enjoy many world-famous places of interest, such as Jiuzhaigou and the Dujiangyan Irrigation(灌溉) Project.

Jiuzhaigou is well-known as its beautiful lakes, of that the water is clear and looks colorful. It can excite visitors’ imagination. Another attraction is the Dujiangyan Irrigation Project. It is built twenty centuries ago. And it is still playing such important part in irrigation today. Beside, the nice weather and convenience transportation there can make your trip more enjoyable.

4 . If you’re going travelling after university or as a career break, an extended period of time of unemployment can leave a gaping hole in your CV(个人简历).     1    . As long as you plan your trip carefully and think about what you can do, travelling can actually boost your CV and career.

Recharge your batteries

If you’ve just spent three or four years at university, or working without a break, then you’ll need to recharge your batteries. If you take time out to travel you’ll have the opportunity to think about what’s important in your life and refocus on your career.     2    

Learn a new skill

If you’re going on a round­-the­-world trip then you could be travelling from anywhere between a month to a year, why don’t you learn a new skill while you’re on the road?     3     All businesses and companies need candidates with a broad skill set, so look at learning another language or getting further qualifications to boost your CV.

Make contacts

When you’re backpacking and travelling, try to make contacts with people who might be useful for your career. With the rise of social media, making contacts is as simple as saying “just tweet me” or “I’ll add you on Facebook”.     4    . It’s important to network wherever you are in the world.

Volunteer

    5     Not only will you make a difference to the community and society, but it’ll look great on your CV. With volunteering you’ll learn what it means to live and work in another country, and employers are actively encouraging it. In a survey, 63% of HR professionals said that those who have taken a constructive gap year of volunteering or working abroad had an application that stood out from the rest.

A．More often than not, you’ll come home feeling refreshed and energetic.

B．Consider the simplest way you can meet their needs.

C．The contacts you make while travelling could be your avenue into a new career.

D．But don’t worry.

E．Think about what employers are looking for in your industry and cater to that.

F．One of the hardest things to overcome when applying for a job is work experience.

G．Volunteering is one of the most popular activities for gap years and round­the­world trips.

5 . 假设你是李华，你收到英国好友Alex的来信，他要来中国旅游，计划在银川旅游两天，希望你给他提出旅游建议，请你根据以下要点给他写一封回信：
1. 表明写信目的；
2. 建议；
3. 表示祝愿。
注意：
1. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
2. 词数100左右；
3. 信的开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear Alex,

I’m glad to learn that you’re going to pay a visit to Yinchuan.

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

       Yours sincerely,

   Li Hua

6 . Where is the woman going with her children?

A．To Japan.

B．To Canada.

C．To Australia.

7 . 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：把多余的词用斜线(\)划掉。
修改：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。

Last summer, I went to Djerba, Tunisia. It was true one of the most attractive destination I had ever visited. I must admit that I have never seen such a beautiful coastline before. I spent most of my days walking on the beach but enjoying the sun and the peaceful sound of the waves. On my four day there, I took a tour and visited some local attractions, included the El Ghriba Synagogue. And that was unforgettable experience. Overall, I felt so lucky to be there because of everything was good than I could ever imagine. I’m looking forward to explore more of this beautiful country next time.

8 . 假定你是李华，你的美国笔友 Linda 今年暑假要来你所在的城市杭州旅游。请根据以下提示，给她写一封电子邮件，介绍一下杭州的基本情况。
1. 地理位置(位于中国的东南部，面临东海)；
2. 著名景点(西湖)；
3. 活动(西湖划船，树林漫步，草坪野餐)；
4. 每年吸引众多国内外游客。
注意: 1. 词数 80 左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
参考词汇: 草坪: lawn               东海: the East China Sea.
Dear Linda,
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Yours,

Li Hua

9 . 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

BEAUTIFUL IRELAND AND ITS TRADITIONS

Ireland has beautiful countryside, which has always had a great influence     1    its people and traditions. In the long history of it, there     2    (be) many great writers and poets. The beautiful countryside excites and inspires people,    3    (offer) something for each of the senses. The peaceful landscape is a true feast for the eyes, with its rolling green hills     4    (dot) with sheep and cattle. You can feel the sun on your skin, breathe in the sweet scent of fresh flowers and enjoy the birds’ song on     5    quiet morning in the mountains. Owing to all this beauty,     6    is not surprising that Ireland has developed strong traditions     7    include music, dancing, and dining.     8    (have) an opportunity of experiencing this, visit a village pub and have a glass of wine or a local beer. You might be able to enjoy some     9    (tradition) music and dancing if you are fortunate. And you might experience local culture and customs first-hand if you make     10    (friend) with friendly natives.

10 . Argosy Christmas Ship Festival

Seattle

December 1— December 23, 2018

The Argosy Christmas Ship Festival is ship-to-shore holiday celebration that has become a local Northwest tradition. Aboard the Christmas Ship, some of the finest Norwest choirs sing holiday greetings. These performances are broadcast via speakers to bonfire(篝火)sites and to other boats participating in the parade.

Holiday Island Lights Festival

Friday Harbor, Sand Juan Island

December 1 —December 31, 2018

An island-wide holiday tradition that includes local businesses decorating contest, a tree lighting ceremony on December 4 with shops staying open until 7:00 pm. On December 11 a Lighted Boat Parade starts the evening, to be followed by the Santa ship coming into Friday Harbor for the children, shops staying open until 7:00 pm. December 18-19 Roche Harbor’s Christmas Festival begins at 3:00 pm and will include artists booths, Victorian Carol singing, story telling, theater and dining.

Christmas Lighting Festival

Leavenworth

December 4 – December 19, 2018

This old-fashioned Lighted farm Implement (器皿) Parade, which expressed its admiration for the Yakima Valley’s agricultural heritage, including entries with up to 35,000 lights decorating the tractor, plow or thresher! Pre-parade activities include a Christmas Tree Ceremony and other special entertainment before the parade. Join us and you’re sure to enjoy the carolers dressed in traditional turn-of-the-century attire(服装) as they wander throughout the Downtown area.

Holiday with Lights

Federal Way

December 10, 2018 —January 1, 2019

With over a million twinkling lights displayed throughout the park, your heart will be filled with cheer and the spirit of the season! There will be holiday light displays, festive music and strolling carolers, visit Santa, enchanted village rides, and much more.

1. Which of the following festival lasts the longest?

A．Argosy Christmas Ship Festival	B．Holiday Island Lights Festival
C．Christmas Lighting Festival	D．Holiday with Lights

2. If you want to attend a Lighted Boat Parade, you should go to ________.

A．Seattle

B．Leavenworth

C．Friday Harbor

D．Federal Way

3. How will people feel when they are spending Holiday with Lights?

A．Astonished.

B．Tired.

C．Fresh.

D．Happy.