1 . Born in Congo, Dieuveil grew up in Germany and began his career in some of Europe’s best establishments. He opened his restaurant Meza Malonga in 2020, where dinner is not just a meal but also a tour of the African continent. Delicately plated dishes feature the Nile perch from Uganda, Algerian olive oil, and Penja pepper from Cameroon. By combining ingredients and food cultures from different countries in Africa with some modern elements, Dieuveil has created his own cuisine that represents not only the heritage and traditions of a vast and varied, continent but also the latest trends. Undoubtedly, such integration has received international applause.

However, Dieuveil’s ambitions are not just for himself. After setting up the digital platform “Chefs in Africa”, which to date has connected over 4,000 professional chefs to career opportunities and the skill development, Dieuveil created a training school to produce the next generation of cooking pioneers. He is on a mission to lay the foundations of an innovative fine-dining scene on the African continent that can compare with Europe’s — but in a distinctive, African way.

When it comes to the understanding of fine dining, different from Europe’s emphasis on exclusivity and competitiveness, Dieuveil focuses more on integration. “If you want to go far, you must share with people,” he says. And his Afro-fusion cuisine has been shaped by this philosophy of sharing. To better understand the diverse traditions, dishes and ingredients of Africa, he went into villages and met with the grandmothers, as they’re usually the masters of amazing, old techniques. These villagers shared their local cuisine and family recipes, teaching Dieuveil regional fermentation (发酵) and preservation processes.

To ensure the quality of fresh produce, Dieuveil sources all his vegetables from his three-hectare organic farm in northern Rwanda, where he continues his “food revolution” by establishing the connection with remote and underserved communities, and involving more students coming from countries across Africa. He said, “Africa is the garden of the world and has an amazing diversity of food. What is happening now with African cuisine and the exposure we are getting are clear indications that our food revolution is already here.”

1. What makes Dieuveil’s cuisine a success?

A．The fascinating mix of the old and the new.

B．The use of imported ingredients and cookers.

C．The balance of international and local flavors.

D．The fine dining environment and table setting.

2. Why did Dieuveil visit the villages in Africa?

A．To share his philosophy.

B．To publicize his organic food.

C．To draw inspiration for his dishes.

D．To seek excellent cooks for his restaurant.

3. How does Dieuveil feel about the development of his food revolution?

A．Amazed.

B．Satisfied.

C．Pessimistic.

D．Concerned.

4. Which of the following can best describe Dieuveil?

A．Ambitious and decent.	B．Generous and responsible.
C．Talented and humorous.	D．Creative and determined.

2 . I was angry with my sixteen-year-old son Anthony, and stormed out of the house. Standing on the front porch (门廊), I ________ deeply. I saw my elderly neighbor, Clara, working in her garden. Seeking ________, I walked across the street.

“Anthony again?” Clara asked. “It’s his hair again,” I replied. “Have you seen him? All that mass of messy curls ________ over his shoulders! But just mention a haircut, and he gets that same ________ look in his eyes I’ve seen a million times before.”

Clara smiled, “It’s only hair, Liz.” She spoke slowly, ________ each word, “It’s … only… hair!” Then her smile disappeared, and her expression became ________. “I learned years ago when my husband died, leaving me three young kids. I had to put everything in perspective if I were to ________. I learned how to say, ‘But it’s only…’ But it’s only a bad day. Tomorrow will be better.” She nodded her head firmly. “You ________ it, don’t you, honey? Everybody has enough ________ in their lives without wasting ________ on the ‘it’s only ’ things that come their way.”

After returning to my house, I baked some cookies, and carried them to Anthony’s room. “Can I come in, honey?” “Not if you’re going to ________ about my hair again.” I pushed the door open and held out the cookies. “Not one word. I ________.” He stared at the plate of cookies greedily, but there was still a glint of ________ in his eyes. “Not one word about my hair?” He looked at me challengingly.

“It’s only hair,” I said. “It’s your hair. Not mine.” Anthony smiled broadly, saying, “Thanks for ________ understanding me, Mom. And thanks for the cookies.” Now I’ve learned to let go of the “it’s only” ________, and Anthony is more willing to listen to me.

1.

A．dug

B．drank

C．sighed

D．reflected

2.

A．acceptance

B．sympathy

C．company

D．relaxation

3.

A．fixing up

B．showing off

C．flying around

D．hanging down

4.

A．disapproving

B．puzzled

C．loving

D．hungry

5.

A．analyzing

B．recalling

C．emphasizing

D．polishing

6.

A．awful

B．serious

C．funny

D．acceptable

7.

A．return

B．succeed

C．persist

D．survive

8.

A．take

B．make

C．get

D．believe

9.

A．power

B．trouble

C．work

D．support

10.

A．mess

B．freedom

C．space

D．energy

11.

A．complain

B．bring

C．lie

D．joke

12.

A．doubt

B．pretend

C．promise

D．protest

13.

A．annoyance

B．suspicion

C．competence

D．rebellion

14.

A．finally

B．instantly

C．accurately

D．completely

15.

A．principles

B．approaches

C．situations

D．regulations

3 . 短语填空
请从下面方框里选择适当的短语并用其适当形式填空（其中有两个短语是多余的）

come as no surprise     corresponds to     is superior to     are bound to in store for            subscribe to       weigh up

1. The lazy bird had nothing ________ the winter, so he had to starve.
2. The content of the book ________ what our teacher said in class.
3. You should ________ the consequences before making this decision.
4. With a good command of English and computer skills, she ________ other candidates.
5. Some people are strongly opposed to name the college building after the famous brand, while others ________ it.

4 . 青少年应当具有强烈的责任感，但如今越来越多的青少年缺缺乏责任感。假定你是学生会主席李华，请你为全体同学作一个题为“To be responsible”的演讲，倡议大家应该培养强烈的责任感。
内容包括：       
1. 责任的意义;
2. 如何培养责任感;
3. 发出倡议。
注意：       
1. 词数100左右;
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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5 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What kind of area do Bill and Sally live in?

A．A hot area.

B．A high area.

C．A dry area.

2. What do Bill and Sally do?

A．They are gardeners.

B．They are designers.

C．They are builders.

3. What is used to protect the delicate plants now?

A．Trees.

B．Glass houses.

C．Fences.

4. How does the speaker describe Bill and Sally’s work?

A．Successful.

B．Unsatisfactory.

C．Impossible.

6 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What will the man be doing the following week?

A．Taking exams.

B．Seeing a movie.

C．Visiting a friend.

2. Who is the woman’s daughter?

A．Jane.

B．Alice.

C．Judy.

3. What will the woman do at once?

A．Bake a cake.

B．Buy a gift.

C．Book a table.

4. What are the speakers mainly talking about?

A．A meal.

B．A celebration.

C．A show.

7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What does the woman like most?

A．Coffee.

B．Milk.

C．Tea.

2. What does the man usually add to his coffee now?

A．Milk.

B．Nothing.

C．Sugar

3. What do the speakers agree to do in the end?

A．Hold a birthday party.

B．Taste some desserts together.

C．Invite their friends to make coffee.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What does Ann say about her performance in the World Championships?

A．She did better than she had expected.

B．She regretted not preparing well enough.

C．She was disappointed to win a silver medal.

2. How often does Ann practice?

A．Once a week.

B．Every day.

C．Six days a week.

3. What is Ann’s attitude towards the other competitors?

A．She avoids close contact with them.

B．She likes to communicate with them.

C．She has made good friends with them.

4. What does Ann enjoy doing in her free time now?

A．Flying kites.

B．Reading.

C．Skiing.

9 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What made the blog first known to the public?

A．A newspaper report.

B．A TV program.

C．A photo.

2. What does Bonnie do for the blog?

A．He takes photos.

B．He acts as models.

C．He does Eden’s make-up.

3. What is the main topic of Ella’s blogs?

A．Fashion trends.

B．Money saving tips.

C．Clothes for students.

4. Which period of clothes has recently inspired Ella most?

A．The 1920s.

B．The 1970s.

C．The 1980s.

10 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the presentation about?

A．A survey result.

B．A new product.

C．A working schedule.

2. Why does the woman suggest the man attend the presentation?

A．To get familiar with the new team.

B．To find inspiration for his survey report.

C．To know more about the market department.

3. What time will the man meet the woman?

A．At 3:00 p. m.

B．At 2:55 p. m.

C．At 2:45 p. m.