1 . 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容或括号内所给词的恰当形式填空。
Hi Kelsey,

Happy 18th birthday! You’ve officially reach     1     (adult) in a lot of ways, even though I know you’re already mature beyond your years.

Many bittersweet events will happen in the next ten years. There will be highs. Stick to     2     (cherish) every single second. There will also be lows, and you may feel     3     (dishearten). But you’ll surely be committed to     4     (make) it through, and    5     (gradual) you’ll get stronger than before.

The world will always throw new challenges at you.     6     a consequence, your strength will be tested again and again. Looking back to what has happened over the last decade, I feel proud of how far you’ve come. Approve     7     everything that contributes to your     8     (become) fearless and independent.

As you become an adult, jump at every opportunity     9    comes your way. Celebrate every chance you get. No doubt you’ll always ponder     10    it and make the right decision.

Happy birthday, Kelsey! See you in ten years.

28-­year-­old Kelsey

2 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What did the program say about the life in the future?

A．People’s way of consumption will change.

B．More supermarkets will come into existence.

C．More free time will be available for people.

2. What is the speakers’ attitude to the program’s opinion on shopping in the future?

A．Doubtful.

B．Supportive.

C．Dismissive.

3 . 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 world is changing at an increasing speed. In such a world, our ability     1       (anticipate) the future is very important. Here are some tips that may help us ensure a brighter future.

First, staying optimistic is of great importance because a     2     (pessimism) person sees difficulties in every opportunity, thus giving up easily.     3     is apparent that those who make the most of every opportunity will achieve their goals. Besides, there is a general     4     (recognise) that pressure and fear will produce doubt and disbelief. So, we should let go of them and pursue our goals bravely. What’s more, the ability     5     (cooperate) with others is quite essential. No matter how old we are, working with other people benefits us a lot. Finally, stick to keeping a     6     (purity) heart and a strong mind whatever difficulties and obstacles we may meet.

4 . 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容或括号内所给词的恰当形式填空。

Though it seems that it is hard to accurately predict       1    future cars may be like, they will be       2     (potential) different in many aspects from traditional ones.

On the whole, shaped like bullets, future cars have the capacity       3     (drive) at much higher speed and they will be more energy efficient and affordable, which are       4     the horizon. More importantly, the cars will not only drive       5     (automatic) but can also be transformed into smaller boxes instantly we park,     6     (make) it possible to solve the problem of limited places to park.

Sooner or later, future cars will be bound       7     (offer) us more secure and comfortable driving experiences.

5 . 阅读短文，在空白处填入适当的内容或括号内单词的正确形式。

How time flies! We have spent three years together. Apart from laughter, every inch of the campus reminds me of the scenes where we were struggling     1     (deal) with various challenges. So many unforgettable     2     (moment) are coming to my mind one by one, the first day at senior high     3    particular.

Time is a one­way trip — we cannot buy a return ticket. But     4     (impress) memories will not fade with time, neither will your lovely faces. After     5     (graduate), we will go to different colleges. I can not figure out what     6     (press) we may face. However, I am     7     (confidence) of our excellent performance in the college entrance exam and I hope that every one of us will go all out     8     (get) what we want.

6 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What are the two speakers talking about?

A．Computer changes in the future.

B．People’s imagination of the computers.

C．Possible changes in the next 50 years.

2. What will be the greatest change according to the man?

A．The differences between humans and machines.

B．The differences between computers and human brains.

C．The differences between humans.

3. What can the computer recognize?

A．Machines.

B．Fruit.

C．Feelings.

7 . What does the man wish for the future?

A．All his dreams will come true.

B．Science will develop much faster.

C．He will be able to do his job at home.

8 . What has made working at home possible?

A．Communication industry.

B．Personal computers.

C．Living far from companies.

9 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。

1. How does the Japanese space holiday center look like?

A．The moon.

B．A bicycle wheel.

C．A park.

2. How much will tourists pay for the trip?

A．$100,000.

B．$1,000,000.

C．$10,000,000.

3. Where will the American space hotel be built?

A．Near the moon.

B．On the Mars.

C．On the moon.

4. What will the rooms in the American space hotel be like?

A．They will be cold.

B．They will be normal rooms.

C．They will be a little dirty.

10 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What can robots do today?

A．Feed the cat.

B．Move easily.

C．Build cars quickly.

2. What is expected to happen by 2025?

A．Robots can play football.

B．Robots can understand human languages.

C．Robots can come into most homes around the world.

3. When does Dylan think that robots will be able to talk to other machines?

A．In 2025.

B．In 2045.

C．In 2050.

4. What will happen in the future according to the man?

A．Humans and robots will keep a close relationship.

B．Robots could be as clever as humans.

C．Robots might control the world.