4 . 阅读下而短文, 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 41st Weifang International Kite Festival and the 2024 Weifang Kite Carnival were just concluded in Weifang, East China’s Shandong Province,     1     (draw)nearly 460 participants from 46 countries and regions. This event     2     (allow)people from China and abroad a closer look at the inheritance(遗产)of the kite as a     3     (culture)symbol in the “kite capital of the world”.

It’s     4     (wide)acknowledged that the kite was first invented in China about 2,300 years ago. The philosopher Mo Di, also     5     (know)as Mozi, devoted years to crafting a “wooden bird”, an early prototype(雏形)capable of flight for one day. Later, Lu Ban,     6     is regarded as an outstanding Chinese craftsman, improved the design by substituting wood for bamboo, creating a “bamboo bird” which could stay in     7     air for up to three days.

After     8     (thousand)of years of evolution through military usage and as an object of leisure and entertainment, the kite gradually transformed into a traditional symbol in China. Kites flying high show Chinese people’s hope     9     good life. This transformation has also allowed for a diversification in kite styles, manufacturing techniques, and decorations, leading to a wide     10     (vary)of kites seen today.

6 . 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

I tapped my stick, and the buffalo (水牛) moved forward. We walked along the village road, passing by houses and people working in the fields. Life was simple in our small village in Sindh, Pakistan. Little though I was, I dreamed of going to school.

I heard laughter and saw a group of students. I asked them to show me their books before they could go by. The pictures of people and places in the books were very interesting. I told them I wanted to go to school too and gave their books back. The students smiled at each other and left, while I stayed with my buffalo.

Months passed. Every day, I rose to do housework and herd (放牧) the buffalo. Until one day, I got my chance. Uncle came to visit. “Brother, you must send Rasool Bux to school. Herding buffalo is not his future,” Uncle convinced my parents that all children should go to school. The following week, I enrolled in primary school. Now, armed with my own books, I set out to learn everything. I read textbooks, asked questions, and even read newspapers for my father and his companions.

By the end of the year, I proved to be one of the best students in the school. I resolved to study at college or university in Karachi, a big city over 150 kilometers away. Everyone laughed and made jokes. However, I didn’t give up on my dream.

I have a skin condition that causes white spots on my skin. Some people judged me quietly, but I didn’t let the problems in life bring me down. Rather, they became stepping stones toward realizing my dreams. I turned to writing poetry and practice calligraphy as an outlet for my emotions and creativity. I got published and won competitions, gaining not just recognition but also the confidence to keep moving forward. However, before I began my college study, I was hit with another roadblock.

注意：
1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

My father’s limited income couldn’t cover my further education.

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I presented my calligraphy works to the interviewer.

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7 . Ways to Improve Confidence

Although self-confidence means different things to different people, it simply means having faith in yourself, The following list has lots of ideas on how to achieve this.       

You should make full planning and preparations

People often feel less confident about new or difficult situations. Perhaps the most important factor is planning and preparing for the unknown.     1    . Being able to react calmly to the unexpected is a sign of confidence.

You need to know learning and training are necessary

Learning and research can help us feel more confident.     2     By doing something we have learned a lot about, we put theory into practice, which develops confidence and adds to the learning and comprehension.

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Positive thought can be very helpful. If you believe that you can do something, then you are likely to work hard to make sure you can do it, The trick is convincing yourself that you can do it with the right help and support.

Selecting someone to follow makes a difference

Find yourself a role model.     4    . Observe them and notice how they behave. Speaking to and being around people who are confident will help you to feel more confident. Learn from others who are successful in the goals that you wish to achieve.

Building on experience helps you make progress

As we successfully complete tasks, our confidence that we can complete the similar tasks again increases. Break tasks down into small achievable goals.     5    .Whatever you do, aim to become as good as you can.

A．It’s important to be positive

B．Seeking for help and support benefits a lot

C．Usually, this will be someone that you see regularly

D．You’re supposed to learn from those who are famous

E．Sometimes, it is necessary to plan for possible accidents

F．Additionally, we need to combine our knowledge with experience

G．The better you are at doing something, the more confident you become

8 . Here are some wonderful high school programs abroad.

Honors Spanish Language & Culture

While all our programs are useful, this program is for students with the drive to grow their Spanish and cross-cultural understanding to the max! You have to take a language ability test to ensure you can speak Spanish well.You will live in a local family and go on cultural activities and short trips.

Leadership & Service in Public Health

In this program, you should assess the health needs of communities in Santiago and participate in field-based public health education initiatives (倡议). Alongside a local nongovernmental organization, take part in activities that encourage children and teens to form healthy habits, like healthy eating, physical activities, and enough sleep.

Service in Young Cancer Patients Development

You will dive into the workings of a local nongovernmental organization in Mérida. Its mission is to improve the lives of young, disadvantaged cancer patients and improve their chances of recovery. Undertake meaningful tasks that support this mission and see the effect on the community. Living with a host family, you’ll fully experience local traditions to better understand your service.

Advocating (提倡) for Social Justice

Develop your social justice advocacy skills! Join other students who want to make a difference! Learn about a local nongovernmental organization that provides care for special groups. Reflect on your own cultural background, identity, and social condition in your local community.Your experiences in a homestay family will encourage you to be a participant of the change that matters for now and the future.

1. What is a requirement for joining the first program?

A．To be required to live independently.	B．To be native speakers of Spanish.
C．To pass a language ability test.	D．To focus on short trips.

2. What does the program in Santiago aim to promote among children and teens?

A．Physical activities only.	B．The number of skills.
C．Medical treatments.	D．Healthy lifestyle.

3. What do the third and fourth programs have in common?

A．Both focus on the health of cancer patients.

B．Both involve living with a host family.

C．Both are centered around social justice.

D．Both require a background in social work.

10 . 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 13th Taoli Cup was held in Beijing last August and featured 200 programmes     1    (divide) into six sections according to style, including classical Chinese dance, Chinese folkdance, ballet and contemporary (现代的) dance. Students     2    (represent) 64 schools from 27 cities and provinces participated, making it the largest event in the cup’s history.

According to Xu Rui, president of the Beijing Dance Academy, 15 performances will be held in 11 cities between May and November. Students from over 10 art schools     3     participated in the 13th Taoli Cup, including those from the Beijing Dance Academy, the Central Academy of Drama, the Nanjing University of the Arts and Hangzhou Normal University, will take part     4     the tour.

Before each performance, the     5    (winner) of major awards in previous editions, among them star dancers like Wang Yabin, Hua Xiaoyi and Wang Zihan, will introduce     6     history of the Taoli Cup and the pieces to be staged.

“In the past 40 years, the competition     7    (be) a key platform (平台) for young dancers     8    (show) their skill and be seen by a wider audience. Many young Chinese dancers shot to stardom after winning the competition, and have become top dancer-choreographers (舞蹈编导) today. They have taken leading roles in dance productions in theatres, and have created their own work, promoting the     9    (develop) of the dance scene in China by growing a large fan base for the art,    10    (especial) among the young,” says Xu.