1 . The Tianjin Binhai Public Library was described by The Daily Mail as “the world’s ultimate library” in 2017, and “breathtaking” was the word chosen for it. One book at the library and you’ll see why. With its futuristic design and walls loaded with books, it’s the dream library of every book lover.

But as the awe continues, there’s a burning question lying in the back of our minds: When physical bookstores are closing down one by one, what makes libraries immune from digitalization? And do we still need libraries as we’ve got the Internet in our hands?

Reporter Ian Clark has the answer. “Libraries are not declining in importance - people are simply changing the way they use them,” he wrote. What Clark means is that libraries have shifted from simply being storehouses of books to a medium to help “bridge the gap between the haves and the have-nots”. According to him, Libraries Are Essential. Since not everyone can afford a smart phone, a tablet or an Internet connection, and not everyone has the know-how to search the internet efficiently, it’s public libraries that make sure that these resources and technologies are available to a larger group of people. And one of the pitfalls that come with online materials is that they’re not always trustworthy. “Google doesn’t tell you what you’re not getting, so people need to evaluate the quality and completeness of what they see on their screens, ” Sarah Pritchard, dean of libraries at Northwestern University, told Northwestern Research Magazine. And libraries are usually where that “evaluation” happens.

But all of these practical functions aside, we still need the physical space that a library provides. It’s something that's called a “third place”, according to the Seattle Times. This is a place in which we can fully concentrate on our study and work without easily getting distracted. And compared to other “third places” like coffee shops, libraries have a “non-commercial nature” that allows you to relax completely. “Nobody is trying to sell you anything in the library. There is no pressure to buy and there is no judgment of your choices,” Anne Goulding, a professor at Victoria University in New Zealand, said. “There are few other spaces that you can just ‘be’ without somebody questioning your presence or your motivation.”

1. The attraction of the Tianjin Binhai Public Library lies in _______.

A．world's ultimate library	B．design and book walls
C．every book lover's dream	D．reports on The Daily Mail

2. The underlined word “pitfalls” in Paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _______.

A．problems

B．functions

C．mistakes

D．trends

3. What would Ian Clark probably agree with?

A．Libraries have changed the way people read.

B．Libraries are as important as they used to be.

C．Libraries are better used by the poor than the rich.

D．Libraries are made more available to more people.

4. What advantages do libraries have over coffee shops according to Anne Goulding?

A．Libraries make people less likely to get distracted.

B．Libraries give people more motivation and inspiration.

C．Libraries provide people with a wider range of choices.

D．Libraries allow people to read without fear of being judged.

5. Where can you probably find the above passage?

A．In a news report.	B．In an introductory speech.
C．In a science magazine.	D．In a fashion brochure.

3 . My daughter overbought food over the last two months. Her food pantry (储藏室) was full. She asked me to   ______ two full boxes of ______ food to the local charity. I was happy to do so and ______ it over. I even bought some more food to give along with hers and impressed by the enthusiasm, the joy, and the love with which the food was received. The lack of donations plus the high price of food had ______ the charity and the shelves needed every donation to fill. We were ______ over and over. I said It was just a piece of cake. Then my mind went back to another time when we were the ones in ______ .

At that time, our ______ was very tight. My job ______   paid the rent. My next pay was a week away and we didn't have enough ______ to last till the next week. We went to a food store. I was worried and nervous. I had never expected to seek ______ like that before, and I just hope there would be enough food so our children wouldn't go ______ . I was playing with our little kids outside when I saw my ______ picked up a box full of food. My heart is filled with ______ when she finally walked out with that box, saying, “The food is all free of charge. ” As we drove home, I silently thanked and ______ for all the people who had given.

The world we live on is one huge circle of love. Take your place in the circle. Never be ashamed to receive a gift of love. Never ______ to give a gift of love.

1.

A．assist

B．donate

C．lend

D．sell

2.

A．empty

B．spare

C．novel

D．traditional

3.

A．took

B．got

C．turned

D．pulled

4.

A．acknowledged

B．restored

C．saved

D．hit

5.

A．reminded

B．thanked

C．rewarded

D．warned

6.

A．danger

B．case

C．peace

D．need

7.

A．budget

B．mind

C．energy

D．welfare

8.

A．barely

B．eventually

C．especially

D．intently

9.

A．clothing

B．time

C．food

D．pain

10.

A．work

B．rank

C．help

D．fun

11.

A．wrong

B．fortunate

C．timid

D．hungry

12.

A．kids

B．wife

C．husband

D．friends

13.

A．gratitude

B．curiosity

C．fear

D．sadness

14.

A．commented

B．investigated

C．prayed

D．requested

15.

A．dominate

B．pretend

C．negotiate

D．hesitate

4 . We should protect wild animals from being harmed and live ________ them.

A．in harmony with	B．in memory of
C．in spite of	D．in exchange for

5 . ________ to as much traditional art as possible, the kids will have a good understanding of Chinese culture.

A．Exposing

B．To expose

C．Exposed

D．Having exposed

6 . Cats were brought to the island to control the rats and mice. Unfortunately, the cats subsequently developed a(n) ________ for birds.

A．appetite

B．curiosity

C．habit

D．interest

7 . As a symbol of the history of China, the forbidden city ________ the cultural memory of the country.

A．acquires

B．preserves

C．declares

D．invents

8 . When you’re choosing a college, a lot of factors probably may be considered: the school’s reputation, the classes offered, and the professors in your major, to name a few. However, considering the increasing competitiveness of universities to attract more and more applicants, many schools now offer extra benefits to be enjoyed by all of their students. Here are some of the coolest:

University of Missouri

When you think of a campus gym, you probably picture a room equipped with old weights and out-of-date machines. However, at the University of Missouri, you can enjoy one of the best campus fitness centers in the country. It features an “indoor beach” complete with a waterfall and a lazy river, as well as a full-service spa. Even if you don’t normally enjoy working out, Missouri’s fitness center will give you a reason to go to the gym.

High Point University

If you see yourself quickly tired of dining hall food — something that happens to almost all of us — High Point University in North Carolina has a great option for you: a private steakhouse for students. It’s a first-class restaurant, and, best of all, you don’t have to pay for the meal out of your own pocket. You can use your dining dollars instead.

Set on Hall University

If you’re stressing out about the extra cost of technology when you start college, Seton Hall has great news for you: all freshmen are given free laptops through the university’s Mobile Computing Program. As a freshman, you’ll receive a laptop already set up with all of the software that you’ll need as a student. Then, after two years, you’ll receive a new and updated laptop designed to carry to through until after you graduate.

New York University

If you’re a fan of museums, NYU (New York University) is the perfect university for you not only are you located in the heart of a city featuring some of the best museums in the world, but the university will even provide you with free admission to many of them. You can take advantage of visiting free museums at any time you want — and you’ll never be bored on the weekends.

1. What can we learn from Paragraph1?

A．It is hard to be admitted to a university.

B．A university’s fame is the top consideration.

C．The competition to attract applicants is fierce.

D．Extra benefits makes no difference to applicants.

2. What can we learn about the fitness center in the University of Missouri?

A．Its equipment is out of date.

B．It is the best one in the world.

C．It has a real beach there.

D．It can arouse students’ interest in workout.

3. Which university offers extra benefit of food?

A．University of Missouri.	B．High Point University.
C．Seton Hall University.	D．New York University.

4. What can be guaranteed for students choosing Seton Hall University?

A．Free tuition.	B．Free accommodation.
C．Free computers	D．High graduation rate.

5. Which of the following is true of New York University?

A．It is located in the center of the city.

B．It houses the best museums in the world.

C．All the museums are open to its students for free.

D．Museums are usually closed on the weekends.

9 . The words “railways like ______ dragons are winding among the mountains” seem particularly vivid as I travel across the “roof of the world”.

A．splendid

B．delicate

C．massive

D．genuine