1 . One day, I was eating an apple when suddenly, I felt an apple seed in my mouth. I wanted to throw it away. But_________, I looked at the apple seed -really looked. It was dark brown, almost black. Its shape_________me of a candle flame. A little dark brown candle flame...

I realized I was_________an apple tree in my hand-a little seed with the_________to become a beautiful tree and_________thousands of fruits and seeds, each able to grow a new tree again._________then, wasn't the world filled with apple trees?

It is a（n）_________of nature that only a few of these seeds grow. Most_________do or are destroyed early on in their growth. I put the apple seed on the table and bent down to_________how the light was reflected from it, this tiny wonder of nature. I wondered, how many seeds would a farmer have to____________for one seed to grow into a tree? How much____________would it require?

Then it occurred to me that it's quite often so with people's____________. Wonderful ideas come to our minds but they____________too soon. We don't protect them as we should. And then one day we____________why our dreams never come true. The seeds of our dreams could never____________on their own. Like the planting of an apple tree, it might take many____________-such as the application sent a hundred times for that one good job,____________the many people you meet in life before a true friend can be____________.

I picked up the apple seed again -but instead of____________it away 1 took an empty flower pot, poured some earth into it and____________the seed. I thought that maybe one day it would grow into a proud tree, and I would never know if I didn't try.

1.

A．still

B．instead

C．also

D．rather

2.

A．warned

B．convinced

C．reminded

D．informed

3.

A．catching

B．expecting

C．imagining.

D．holding

4.

A．potential

B．courage

C．intention

D．patience

5.

A．raise

B．bear

C．gain

D．eat

6.

A．When

B．How

C．What

D．Why

7.

A．rule

B．step

C．order

D．game

8.

A．nearly

B．just

C．never

D．always

9.

A．prove

B．see

C．show

D．guess

10.

A．bury

B．collect

C．produce

D．save

11.

A．money

B．earth

C．work

D．water

12.

A．conditions

B．dreams

C．chances

D．faiths

13.

A．increase

B．change

C．die

D．appear

14.

A．explain

B．doubt

C．decide

D．wonder

15.

A．grow

B．develop

C．live

D．destroy

16.

A．choices

B．goals

C．tries

D．challenges

17.

A．or

B．yet

C．So

D．as

18.

A．kept

B．helped

C．noticed

D．found

19.

A．putting

B．throwing

C．taking

D．giving

20.

A．used

B．removed

C．studied

D．planted

2 . Sam, our beloved companion over 10 years. died two months ago. It was still a big blow to my family until we finally decided to_____another shepherd dog through the local German Shepherd Rescue.

After meeting with the host family to see if we met the_________for adoption, we were allowed to take a 2-year-old female Shepherd home. She was a______dog. loving, gentle and smart!

One day on a walk, a neighbor's dog crossed the street in an(a)_____ manner and attacked her as she stepped in front of me. After that, she immediately______a fierce animal whenever

she saw any other dog ! When I______with the previous host family, I was told she’d also been____badly while at a dog park with them!

Quickly I searched and found an(a)______woman with her own dog一a team who would help Sam remove her terrible_______The other dog was an Australian Shepherd. We were ____ to walk to the end of the street. Once there, I saw the woman and her obedient (顺从)trained _____! As we slowly approached them, I_____as soon as my dog became anxious. Her dog was____ sitting, simply watching for directions.

As weeks passed, these two dogs______walked side by side because of this quiet, steady and careful_______!A calm Australian Shepherd erased the fear of a German Shepherd and finally healed her invisible scars.

1.

A．train

B．hire

C．adopt

D．offer

2.

A．instructions

B．oppositions

C．standards

D．problems

3.

A．generous

B．grateful

C．wonderful

D．careful

4.

A．casual

B．cautious

C．curious

D．aggressive

5.

A．ran after

B．changed into

C．fought with

D．came across

6.

A．debated

B．bargained

C．signed

D．checked

7.

A．refused

B．cheated

C．attacked

D．treated

8.

A．amusing

B．amazing

C．promising

D．confusing

9.

A．shame

B．loneliness

C．sadness

D．fear

10.

A．persuaded

B．required

C．reminded

D．warned

11.

A．partner

B．owner

C．driver

D．competitor

12.

A．stopped

B．cheered

C．passed

D．returned

13.

A．angrily

B．calmly

C．nervously

D．honestly

14.

A．quickly

B．occasionally

C．gradually

D．suddenly

15.

A．process

B．course

C．service

D．performance

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。

The development of science and technology can not be separated from time. A Spanish businessman spent over 8 years     1     (develop) a new textile called Pinatex. Pinatex is a new textile material made from pineapple leaf fibers,     2     are the waste of the pineapple harvest. Carmen Hijosa, who founded Ananas Anam, a company that aimed     3     (market) Pinatex, works with pineapple farmers in the Philippiness who harvest and get the fibers from the leaves. The fibers are     4     (strong) and more flexible than ordinary materials. Since its appearance in the market in the mid-2015,Pinatex     5     (use) by about 500 firms including a recent collaboration with Hugo Boss on a pair of     6     (sneaker). Smaller companies have also been inspired by its unique look and feel.

People are usually attracted to Pinatex at first sight and most of the time they mistake     7     for leather. Timothy Turner-Sutton, director of the famous brand Altiir who has a personal     8     (collect) of biker style jackets entirely made from Pinatex, says, "It's got a unique quality. It behaves like leather     9     (extreme) in every way but it's animal-friendly."

In addition to clothing, the company is entering more new markets     10     before. It is working hard to make sure the materials we use have least effect on the environment.

4 . A study shows that the more eco-conscious way to shop is going to a physical store rather than by making purchases online from companies that don't have physical stores. Researchers estimated that shopping at physical stores for frequently bought items such as toilet paper, shampoo and toothpaste, often results in less greenhouse gas emissions than ordering the products from a company that only sells through the Internet.

The main reason is because of how people shop online： Many buy items online frequently — but they only buy a few items per purchase. Frequent online purchases produce more packaging waste, and online items tend to come from different distribution centers. Both factors result in higher greenhouse gas emissions per item.

The team modeled their research on the movement of goods from the factory all the way through to the end consumer. They analyzed the carbon footprint of the "last mile delivery" for the three most popular types of shopping channels in the United Kingdom — physical stores, "brick & clicks" (when people order online and a physical store delivers the items to them) , and "pure players” (strictly online sellers). Included in the three models were greenhouse gas emissions estimates from the number of products bought, transportation, warehouse storage , delivery and packaging activities.

The analysis showed that total greenhouse gas footprints per item purchased were higher from physical stores than those from bricks & clicks purchases in 63% of the shopping events but lower than those of pure players in 81 % of shopping events in the United Kingdom. In the United States, greenhouse gas emissions from shopping at physical stores were also estimated to be higher than from the brick & click channel, and lower than the pure play channel, on average.

This pattern holds true in countries where people mostly drive. It really depends on the country and consumer behavior there.

1. What is the function of the first paragraph?

A．To persuade the readers.	B．To show the research conclusion.
C．To compare two shopping ways.	D．To state the reason for this study.

2. Which is one of the disadvantages of frequent online shopping?

A．It is not convenient.	B．It is a waste of money.
C．It causes packaging waste.	D．It results in air pollution.

3. How is this research conducted?

A．By making comparison.	B．By doing experiments.
C．By giving an explanation.	D．By making a survey.

4. Which way of shopping might the author advocate?

A．Shopping by car.	B．Buying in physical stores.
C．Dealing with “pure players".	D．Purchasing from "brick   & click.

5 . Once the temperatures rise to full-on summer highs, life becomes difficult for pet parents. Long walks, the lunchtime run and road trips, things you enjoy together quite safely for the rest of the year, can become dangerous because too much exercise in hot sun or leaving animals in a car, even in the shade, can cause heatstroke (中暑) which can be deadly.

“Heatstroke is a condition where a dog’s temperature rises to the point where damage to internal organs (器官) can occur,” warns Dr. Cindy Bressler. “This is usually seen during the summer months or in warm climates, and is caused primarily because the dog cannot cool itself quickly enough.”

Because of their fur coats, dogs can’t cool via sweating through the skin like humans and they cool themselves by breathing heavily, quickly pulling cool air into the lungs and pushing hot air out. Overweight dogs are more likely to suffer heatstroke. Signs of heatstroke include breathing difficulty, vomiting (呕吐), high body temperatures and a bright red tongue.

“Dogs do not sweat like humans, and without this natural body cool-off response, they are more vulnerable than humans in high temperatures,” says Bressler. “To help prevent heatstroke, you should always have cool water available for your dog and never leave your dog alone in a car, especially in hot weather. Pets who are outdoors should always have access to a shaded area.”

If heatstroke occurs, Bressler advises cooling your pet with cool water, wet towels, fans and cold air.

“Do not cool them too quickly because that can be dangerous,” she adds. “Bring them to the doctor immediately.”

Cats also run the risk of overheating: “With cats,” says Bressler, “it’s important to include water in their diet as they do not seek out water like dogs do. Cats should always have access to fresh and clean water.”

1. Heatstroke is caused to dogs mainly because ___________.

A．dogs are not able to cool off via sweating

B．the temperatures are too high for dogs to bear

C．dogs can’t pull cool air into the lungs quickly

D．dogs can’t cool themselves by breathing heavily

2. What can we learn about heatstroke?

A．It can be harmful to internal organs.

B．It can pull cool air into the lungs.

C．It only occurs during the summer months.

D．It happens to dogs more often than to cats.

3. What should we do for a pet to prevent heatstroke?

A．Leave it alone in a car.	B．Have cool water available for it.
C．Bring it to the doctor frequently.	D．Cool it with cold air quickly.

4. The underlined word “vulnerable” in Paragraph 4 means ___________.

A．changeable

B．comfortable

C．likely to survive

D．easily hurt

6 . When we look at Earth from space, we see a blue, watery world. It is no coincidence that three quarters of the surface is covered by oceans. Water is very common in the universe and is essential for lives. But life needs water in the form of liquid, not ice, and not vapor and that is a little bit less common.

For a planet to have liquid water at its surface, three things are important. First, the planet needs to be large enough that the force of gravity keeps the water molecules （分子）from flying off into space. For example, Mars is smaller than Earth, so it has less gravity, and that is one important reason that Mars has a very thin atmosphere. Second, the planet needs to have an atmosphere. Without an atmosphere, the planet is in a vacuum （真空）,and liquid water isn't stable in a vacuum. For example, our moon has no atmosphere, so if you spill some water on the moon, it will either boil away as vapor, or freeze solid to make ice. Third, the planet needs to be at the right distance from its star.

If you were an alien astronomer, you'd think Venus is a pretty good bet for life. It is the right size. It has an atmosphere and it is in the habitable zone of our sun. But Venus is not habitable, at least not at its surface. It is too hot, because Venus' atmosphere is full of carbon dioxide, an important greenhouse gas. In fact, its atmosphere is almost entirely carbon dioxide, and almost 100 times thicker than our own. As a result, the temperature on Venus is hot enough to melt lead, and the planet is dry as a bone.

So finding a suitable planet for humans to live on is only a beginning. Don't expect much.

1. What do we know about water from the text?

A．Water has two forms.

B．Water is a necessity for humans.

C．It is common to see liquid water on the moon.

D．Water flies into space easily with the help of gravity.

2. Venus is not suitable for humans to live on because       .

A．It is very hot	B．It has no atmosphere
C．It is far from the Sun	D．It is smaller than Earth

3. What is the author's attitude to finding a planet for humans to live on?

A．Positive.	B．Passive.
C．Hopeful.	D．Desperate.

4. What is the text mainly about?

A．Water changes its forms.

B．A living problem on Venus.

C．The research of an alien astronomer.

D．Conditions for a habitable globe for humans.

7 . Our open-top tours enable you to fully appreciate vibrant （充满生机的）Brighton and its renowned seafront, its best shopping areas, and the top-class restaurants at Brighton. Discover the city across 15 stops located to get you to visit it all!

Places of interest

Brighton City Sightseeing Tour takes you to visit one of the south-coast's most popular resorts. This city offers many things to do and places to go, from the striking Royal Pavilion, Regency architecture, and Victorian aquariums, to the famous Brighton Pier, Sea Life Centre, and pebble beach.

Tours

Buy your 24h ticket online and hop on and off our comfortable double-deckers as much as you like, to get to know the city at your own pace . You can also buy a Tour Plus ticket which includes all day travel on the local Brighton & Hove buses.

The hop-on and hop-off tours start just west of Brighton Pier. Further information including a lull timetable and map of the route is available at www. city-sightseeing, com.

Accommodation

If you need to stay, Brighton & Hove has a wide variety of options to suit all tastes and budgets. There are guest houses and bed and breakfasts in Brighton & Hove. This is a bustling （热闹的）area of the city with independent restaurants, antique shops and a lively village atmosphere and just a stone's throw from the beach. Pub Entertainment

If you are looking for some entertainment to go with your drinks then there are plenty of options at pubs in Brighton. Mrs. Fitzherbert's regularly has live bands playing and the Ladies' Mile host swing & jazz nights. Above the Grand Central you'll find the Nightingale Room with a regular program of events including theatre and comedy.

1. Where will you choose to visit if you are interested in ocean animal?

A．Royal Pavilion.	B．Brighton Pier.
C．Regency architecture.	D．Sea Life Centre.

2. What is special about Brighton & Hove?

A．It used to be a village.	B．It has many old shops.
C．It is very peaceful area.	D．It is not far from the beach.

3. What can visitors do in both Mrs. Fitzherbert's and the Ladies' Mile?

A．Having drinks.	B．Watching comedies.
C．Performing with actors.	D．Enjoying a live play.

8 . What does the article the man read say about pandas?

A．They like eating sweet things.

B．They are in danger of dying out.

C．They are in need of more bamboo.

9 . 文中共有10处语言错误,每句中最多有两处。错误涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加：在缺词处加一个漏词符号（∧）,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：在错的词下画一横线,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。

Fires swept across the Amazon this month have been grabbing global headlines. Scientists and environmentally groups are worried about that they will result in climate change and threaten biodiversity. As a largest rainforest in the world, the Amazon is often called “the lung of the world”. It is also home 3 million species of plants and animals and million of local people. Quantities of rainforests play an important role in the world’s ecosystem because it absorb heat what will be reflected back into the atmosphere. They also store carbon dioxide and producing oxygen, insuring that fewer carbon is released, reducing the effects of climate change.

10 . Do you still remember Jurassic Park, an amazing movie where science brings dinosaurs back from extinction? Now some very smart scientists are working on a way to revive, not dinosaurs, but other extinct species like the woolly mammoth （长毛象）using the gene editing technology known as CRISPR.

As an evolutionary biologist, obviously, it would be amazing to bring back extinct creatures. But even if we can bring them back, we are not going to be able to control how they evolve in the future. No man is an island and neither is any other creature. We need an ecosystem in order to survive. So we can think a lot about the examples of reintroducing species into the environment, like the gray wolves into Yellowstone. Ecology is very complicated and it certainly wasn't important when we first introduce rabbits into Australia, which was a total disaster eventually.

All animals like birds and mammals have to learn from their parents. If we bring them back to life, who are going to be around to teach them? We have examples where in California we've had the reproduction of the condors （秃鹰）.What scientists tried to do is to feed the babies using a mother condor puppet. When these poor creatures were released into the wild, they had an unnatural liking for humans. They didn't behave the way they should have, for condors.

According to Performing Animal Welfare Society, a healthy elephant costs about $70,000 per year to care for and an elderly elephant costs a good deal more. Of course, we are not talking about one. We're talking about many creatures. I don't think these creatures will have a future.

1. Why does the author mention the film in the first paragraph?

A．To recall an amazing movie.

B．To promote some extinct species.

C．To introduce the topic to be discussed.

D．To get to know some intelligent scientists.

2. What does the author want to tell us by the examples in paragraph 2?

A．Humans need a balanced ecosystem to survive.

B．To bring back extinct creatures was an unwise idea.

C．Helping endangered species proves to be beneficial for humans.

D．There were all sorts of positive effects about reintroducing species.

3. Which animal didn't act in its own way?

A．Condor.

B．Gray wolf.

C．Rabbit.

D．Elephant.

4. What can be a suitable title for the text?

A．Is Jurassic Park an Amazing Movie?

B．What do Creatures Need to Survive?

C．Should We Bring Extinct Animals Back to Life?

D．How does an Evolutionary Biologist Protect Animals?