1 . For most people traveling abroad, their first choice is probably to make a beeline for (直奔) tourist sights. For me, I find lots of joy in grocery (食品杂货店) shopping on holiday.

As a vegetarian (素食主义者), finding restaurants that meet my needs is not always easy abroad.     1     The first thing I do, after dropping my bags off, is to go to a grocery store. That enables me to cook breakfast in the morning without walking around for hours trying to find “vegan breakfast” near me.

The variety of foods attracts me every time I travel somewhere new. In Malta, I found the most delicious chocolate-filled cakes, a product I would struggle to find even in the UK.     2     I was so delighted that I could enjoy such an unexpected treat. Another surprise was their selection of ice cream available even in the smallest grocery stores.

    3     Looking for smoked tofu and corn pancakes turns into quite a mission whenever I visit Cluj-Napoca in Romania. There is usually only one variety of smoked tofu, sold in a very small tub (食品盒) and only in the cafeteria section.     4     That is because they are never available at the smaller ones.

Grocery shopping on holiday sounds unusual. But it means being involved in the day-to-day lives of a country’s citizens. I can pretend I am a local and put myself in their shoes. I can watch kids begging their parents for sweets, an international experience that needs no language, or watch couples pick up snacks and drinks for a party on a Friday night.     5    

A．I ended up eating these every day for breakfast.

B．The challenge of finding food is interesting, too.

C．So I always make sure to book a place with a kitchen.

D．Grocery shopping was a vital part of the holiday experience.

E．It’s an act of understanding people as much as of buying food.

F．Corn pancakes always require a trip to the bigger grocery store.

G．By wandering around in a new country, I start to see what they value.

2 . Summer Clayton may not have children in real life, but he’s “a proud dad” to 2.8 million people on the Internet.

Every week, he sits down to dinner and has a _______ chat with his “kids”. He looks into the camera and asks about their day. He _______ them how to shave, and reminds them it’s OK to be _______ when life hurts. To some, his one-way conversations may seem _______ . But his efforts have struck a chord (引起共鸣) among people who _______ a father figure — or just someone who listens to their_______in the daily life.

Clayton is a civilian fitness trainer in real life. He started _______on the Internet in late 2020 with inspirational and how-to videos, and_______ jokingly called him “dad”. His first video to go viral was a shaving how-to — a _______ to someone who sent him a message asking, “Hey Dad, can you teach me how to shave?” The video ________ , earning him tens of thousands of new fans within hours.

Clayton’s extended family comes in all ________ . Many of his “kids” are old enough to be his parents. Clayton’s ________ doesn’t seem to bother his fans. At 58, Sarah D’Imperio may not seem like Clayton’s target audience, but she believes that it’s a(n) ________ idea, especially for youngsters who may not have a paternal (父亲的) role model that listens or has ________ to listen. “It’s just heartwarming to see someone trying to________ a small part of that role for anyone,” she says.

1.

A．quick

B．formal

C．secret

D．virtual

2.

A．trains

B．convinces

C．teaches

D．supports

3.

A．painful

B．peaceful

C．shameful

D．hopeful

4.

A．dull

B．tough

C．silly

D．brief

5.

A．find

B．need

C．admit

D．start

6.

A．decisions

B．hobbies

C．excuses

D．troubles

7.

A．posting

B．profiting

C．searching

D．donating

8.

A．critics

B．followers

C．experts

D．reporters

9.

A．suggestion

B．promise

C．reward

D．response

10.

A．caught up

B．came out

C．blew up

D．held out

11.

A．places

B．ages

C．types

D．classes

12.

A．faith

B．experience

C．youth

D．appearance

13.

A．brilliant

B．ambitious

C．complicated

D．abstract

14.

A．luck

B．time

C．energy

D．honor

15.

A．value

B．create

C．define

D．fill

3 . Many people don’t treat themselves very well. They break promises to themselves, eat poorly, don’t get enough sleep, are self-critical or fail to take good care of their bodies.

A great technique for treating yourself better is by developing your Inner Nurturing Parent. Imagine you had a little child. You’d make every effort to keep her healthy and safe; to love and support her; to be forgiving her mistakes and her inevitable slips; and to let her know how precious and important she is.    1    Only, in this case, you’re the parent and the child.

    2    Tell yourself, “I love you and appreciate who you are.” When you do something well, give yourself a pat on the back. Say, “Great job! I’m so proud of you.” When you’re struggling or feeling low, be supportive by saying, “I’m here for you. You’re not alone,”

Take good care of yourself. A loving parent would make sure you eat right and get plenty of rest sleep, fresh air and exercise.     3     Practicing good self-care is an essential part of this process.

Set healthy boundaries with others. Let people know what you want and don’t want. Tell them what’s okay for you and what’s not. If you have a friend who’s always late and you end up waiting for her and feeling annoyed,   tell her how you feel.    4    

Be concerned about yourself.    5    You’re human and you’re going to make mistakes. Don’t punish or blame yourself.   Reassure yourself. Comfort yourself. Accept yourself unconditionally.

A．Cheer yourself up constantly.

B．A nurturing parent. wouldn’t let someone treat you badly.

C．Have sympathy for your humanity and your weaknesses.

D．That’s what a loving parent does.

E．You should always regard yourself as a child.

F．Send loving messages to yourself.

G．Keep yourself healthy and fit.

4 . The two Chinese popular songs, due to the inspiring lyrics and powerful rhythms, were sung in the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and gained the wider ___________ (认可). (根据汉语提示单词拼写)

5 . In 1665, Johannes Vermeer, one of the greatest painters in Netherlands, completed his masterpiece “Girl With a Pearl Earring.” On an April day 357 years later, Janine Strong slowed her bike to stop, paused her fitness app, and watched as the snaking line of her cycling route drew the shape of Vermeer’s masterpiece over the streets of Brooklyn.

Ms. Strong creates what has come to be known as “GPS art” — a practice that uses the Global Positioning System mapping capabilities of modern phone apps to create digital drawings with an athlete’s route. It has grown with the widespread availability of satellite tracking for use by ordinary people. In fact, the idea has been around since before the popularity of smartphones for fitness like Strava released in 2009.

In 2003, The New York Times Magazine told of how Jeremy Wood got the idea for GPS art. Mr. Wood said while he was using a GPS tracker on a flight and the plane flew in a holding pattern above Heath-row Airport, he was attracted by the pattern appearing on his Garmin GPS device. In recent years, technology has advanced enough to create visual maps in real time using a phone or smart watch.

“I get bored cycling on the same path in the same streets,” Ms. Strong said. “Creating GPS art gives me more reasons to hit the pavement, which makes cycling a lot easier. I always have a big smile on my face when it works out and I upload it and it’s done,” she added. “It’s a very satisfying feeling.”

To complete her digital vision of “Girl With a Pearl Earring,” she biked almost 50 miles around southern Brooklyn, carefully checking Strava to make sure each turn, circle, and straight line was achieving the shape of earring and head covering of Vermeer’s original.

1. What can we infer about Janine Strong in paragraph 1?

A．She tests a fitness app.	B．She is an innovative cyclist.
C．She likes pearl earrings.	D．She is a painter of some note.

2. What information can we get about GPS art?

A．It is rarely used by common people.	B．It arose after the popularity of fitness apps.
C．It is based on apps’ GPS mapping functions.	D．It is a practice of creating realistic drawings.

3. What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about?

A．The origin of GPS art.	B．The prospect of GPS art.
C．The function of a GPS tracker.	D．The advancement of a GPS device.

4. Who will be most likely to create GPS art?

A．Painting lovers.	B．Mobile game players.
C．Software developers.	D．Running enthusiasts.

6 . A bunch of flowers, a box of chocolates and a bottle of wine are the classic moves when it comes to buying the best mother’s day gifts. If you want something a little different this year, we’ve prepared a guide to fine gifts for your mother, grandmother or mother-in-law.

Personalized Chopping Board (切菜板)

From £40, Etsy

Quickest delivery: 5-7 days, free

A good chopping board will stay with you for life. This wooden board is handmade in a Yorkshire workshop, and can be personalized on one or both sides. Sizes vary from small to extra large.

Bloom & Wild Flower Subscription

£104 for six months, Bloom & Wild

Give the gift of fresh flowers once a month, for six months with this well priced Bloom & Wild gift subscription. It works out at £17.33 per bunch. That’s a pretty good deal considering the average bunch at Bloom & Wild costs nearer £25.

The Body Shop Rose Quartz Gua Sha Stone 

£15, The Body Shop

Quickest delivery: next day if you order before 11am, £4.99

The practice of gua sha is rooted in ancient Chinese medicine but became the number one western beauty trend in 2020 after influencers and beauty editors alike were crazy about how it made their faces appear more attractive. It involves combing a gua sha along your cheeks, jawline, chin and around your mouth in delicate dragging motions to de-puff (消肿).

Fitbit Inspire 2

£44.99, John Lewis

Quickest delivery: next day from £7.50

It’s a common misconception that you have to break the bank to buy a fitness watch, but this Fitbit watch suggests otherwise. For less than £50, she gets a tracker of activity, heart-rate and sleep, as well as a battery that lasts up to 10 days.

1. How much may yearly subscribed flowers cost at Bloom & Wild?

A．£100.

B．£104.

C．£208.

D．£300.

2. What made gua sha popular in 2020?

A．Its beautifying effect.	B．Its easy-to-use feature.
C．Its body weight control.	D．Its Chinese medicine origin.

3. What is special about Fitbit Inspire 2?

A．It is water-proof.	B．It is reasonably priced.
C．It has a long battery life.	D．It can track users’ activity.

7 . Why Cooking Meals at Home Benefits More Than Just Your Wallet

When hunger strikes, the convenience of entering a fast-food restaurant or ordering takeout can be terribly attractive.     1     However, when it becomes a routine, your waistline, your wallet and your health can be badly affected. Here are four reasons to make cooking at home your option.

· It’s cheaper.

You could spend $100 at a fancy restaurant for one dinner, while the same amount of money could buy you groceries for a week. When you shop smart and get creative, you needn’t spend more than $1 on breakfast, $2 on lunch and $4 on dinner to purchase wholesome, healthy foods. Here’s how:     2    

· It may reduce your exposure to certain chemicals.

The most surprising benefit of cooking at home can decrease the amount of harmful chemicals you’re exposed to.     3     Common in takeout and fast-food packaging, those chemicals have been associated with many diseases. Food packaging can also contain other damaging compounds (化合物).

·You can better estimate calories.

    4     That is why people tend to consume extra calories when dining away from home. On the contrary, you have complete control over the food materials when you cook in your own kitchen. Choosing fiber-packed vegetables and meat containing less fat will help keep your calories under control. So will the way you cook your food. Rather than frying, choose roasting.

·    5    

Many chefs use a lot of salt while cooking. While salt can make food tastier, too much of it is linked to serious health issues like heart disease and high blood pressure. At home, you can control the quantity of salt on your plate by seasoning food in other ways, like using lemon juice. The same goes for sugar. You can use smaller quantities of natural sweeteners like honey to add sweetness to your food. Too much added sugar is linked to some diseases as well.

A．You can reduce added salt and sugar.

B．Eating out can make calorie counting tricky.

C．Buy in large quantities and stick to store-brand items.

D．Salt and sugar are both essentials in cooking delicious foods.

E．Relying on food away from home occasionally is totally acceptable.

F．People are always too engaged in their work to cook at home personally.

G．People cooking at home have lower levels of dangerous chemicals in their bodies.

8 . 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。

Mario Loutef had little sleep over the four days leading up to Saturday, when he piled his     1    (ruin) belongings in the street outside his home in Princeton, B.C. A large part of his community     2    (destroy) when the Tulameen River overflowed (漫过) its banks,     3    (flood) homes and forcing people to evacuate. The community still remains on an evacuation alert (戒备状态) but for many, like Loutef, the damage couldn’t get any     4    (bad).

A thick coat of black earth has covered everything on the     5    (one) floor of Loutef's home. He has been working around     6     clock since he was allowed access. Boards have been torn off walls, on     7     a dirty line about 2 meters up shows how high the water rose.

Loutef's     8    (lose) was great. “I almost lost everything. I don't know where to start. I don't know where it's going to end,” said Loutef, who has lived in the home for the past four years.

Loutef is working alone but Lisa Brosseau has got some help. Many     9    (resident) of Princeton are going from house to house offering a hand to those     10     are in need.

9 . How to prepare for a test

In your school, tests maybe an important part of your regular classroom work.     1     If taking a test worries you, the good news is that there are many easy ways for you to prepare before it. Here’s how to get started

Make a plan

    2     This might mean committing to studying for 30 minutes for a few afternoons the week before the test. Or maybe you have more time on the weekends and want to plan extra study time then. Whatever you decide, circle out the time on your calendar so you remember.

Be organized

Studying for a test will be easier if you organize your notes and handouts ahead of time for each of your classes.     3     Consider using a separate folder (文件夹) for each subject. You can keep them at home, at school and in your backpack.

Focus on the right material

If you have learned a lot of material, first ask your teacher what information will be on the test. Use the study guide handed out by your teacher to help you figure out what you need to focus on most.     4     You may go through your notes and write key concepts on a flash card to test yourself. If there is something that confuses you, mark it and ask your teacher later.

Use smart strategies

As the day of the test approaches, be sure to get plenty of sleep the night before. When you sit down to take the exam, spend a few minutes to go through the entire test. You can start by answering the first question.     5     Finally, if you finish the test before the exams ends, go back and review all your answers to check for any mistakes. You’ve got this!

A．The correct answer may come to you later

B．Next, decide how you want to review the material

C．They are used to ensure students’ grasp of the material studied

D．You don’t want to lose focus during the test due to lack of sleep.

E．Once you have a test date, schedule your study time appropriately.

F．However, working on easier questions in a later section is a good choice.

G．This way, the information will be there for you when you need to review it.

10 . Feeding wild cats in my neighborhood used to be part of my daily routine. I did it out of compassion (同情心) and ________ for animals.

But last month, my favorite cat named Ginger entered a new ________ of life: She gave birth to a litter of cute kitties! Thrilled and excited, I bought them a brand-new cat ________, food bowls and even a large pack of cat food so that Ginger could take care of her babies with a ________ stomach. I placed the whole package of ________ behind the bushes so that they’d be safe and sound.

________, a few days later I found out that what I bought for Ginger was ________! I started searching for Ginger and her nest right away. To my ________, a property manager (物业经理) showed up and told me something that was hard to ________. “I know what you’re ________, ” said the middle-aged man. “Relax. The cat family is ________, and they didn’t need what you bought for them. ”

My mind was filled with questions and anger, but he seemed ________. “Ginger, if that’s her name, is an ________ creature. She can manage herself with or without you. I understand your ________ to help, but you are not going to keep her as a(n) ________, right? Ginger should take responsibility for herself. However, by providing her with every refinement, you’re making her more and more dependent on human beings. You’ve been making life way too ________ for them — and that’s no good for any wildlife. ”

I ________ his point. For Ginger and her kitties, my care and love are a ________, but they may weaken their ________. As a helper, I was doing too much. I should let them be who they really are. A helper doesn’t ________ have to “help”.

1.

A．curiosity

B．love

C．gratitude

D．politeness

2.

A．stage

B．home

C．age

D．object

3.

A．mask

B．bottle

C．nest

D．gift

4.

A．warm

B．different

C．normal

D．full

5.

A．care

B．thought

C．generosity

D．demand

6.

A．Meanwhile

B．However

C．Instead

D．Therefore

7.

A．empty

B．remaining

C．cold

D．gone

8.

A．delight

B．surprise

C．regret

D．doubt

9.

A．check

B．describe

C．accept

D．notice

10.

A．setting aside

B．taking up

C．putting back

D．looking for

11.

A．nice

B．safe

C．big

D．fantastic

12.

A．careless

B．blank

C．worried

D．prepared

13.

A．fearful

B．thoughtful

C．independent

D．apparent

14.

A．willingness

B．pride

C．force

D．dream

15.

A．pet

B．honor

C．goal

D．interest

16.

A．busy

B．bright

C．easy

D．rich

17.

A．witnessed

B．recorded

C．ignored

D．understood

18.

A．failure

B．blessing

C．crisis

D．joy

19.

A．relationship

B．movement

C．nature

D．hope

20.

A．always

B．never

C．seldom

D．even