1 . In my early teens, I was once given a film camera as a gift . On receiving it, I jumped on my bike, headed to Wimbledon Common and took photos, just for me: photos of trees and wildlife. I was out all day. On my way home I spotted a tree lit up by street lighting and tried to capture its beauty. Rushing home, I put the spent film in a special little envelope and sent it off to a photography store, desperate to see how it would come out. I took many photos then and loved the fact that when you processed your film you got back colour photos which froze the precious moments, gently encouraging the hobby and the payments for processing.

As I grew into adulthood, that simple, deep happiness gradually faded away. One weekend when I was busy answering the work calls, my eyes caught a box in the corner of the room. I suddenly felt a sense of sadness. The stress growing over these years had pushed the camera from beside my pillow to the box in the corner. I thought I needed a change.

I took out the camera and dusted it down. It was a great joy that it still worked. I bought new film and took the camera everywhere I went. Now it is always on hand to accompany me on journeys, to allow me time to myself. Even if the day is full and busy, I can seize some moments for myself to take photos, to observe the world around me.

The wall of my room now holds all my camera equipment on display, along with photos I've taken. To me, the room represents how I’ve found happiness: by reconnecting to the younger part of myself I laid aside, by allowing room in my life for pleasure to exist, and by creating an environment that allows opportunities for delight.

1. What did the author think of taking photos as a young boy?

A．Inspiring and practical.	B．Tiring yet delightful.
C．Exciting and worthwhile.	D．Difficult yet engaging.

2. Why did the author stop taking photos according to paragraph 2?

A．He wanted to focus on his work.	B．He was struck by sudden sorrow.
C．He attempted to behave like an adult.	D．He was faced with increasing pressure.

3. What did the author get from picking up his hobby?

A．More fun in the daily routine.	B．New journeys in the wild.
C．Better skills of observation.	D．Different styles of photography.

4. What is the best title for the text?

A．Revisiting Lost Childhood Memories	B．Appreciating Beauty Behind the Lens
C．Escaping Teenage Sadness with Camera	D．Regaining Pleasure Through Photography

2 . Evidence has been found through years of study ________ children's early sleeping problems are likely to continue when they grow up.

3 . As a high school student, you’re likely used to learning through reading textbooks.     1     This lies at the heart of “experiential (由经验得来的) appreciation”, a philosophy that encourages you to engage directly with the world around you. It’s about learning from real-life experiences, and discovering a more profound and engaging way to learn.

To practice experiential appreciation, you can start by getting involved in hands-on activities related to your subjects. They will provide a firsthand understanding of the concepts you’re studying, making learning active and meaningful. So, try joining a sports team, picking up a paintbrush, or taking part in a local charity event.     2    

As you dive deeper, immerse (沉浸) yourself fully in the surroundings and activities. When you’re in nature, don’t just look around.     3     Touching the leaves, feeling the wind and listening to the birds can enrich your learning and make each moment more memorable.

    4     After trying something new, ask yourself what you learned and how it made you feel. Write in a journal or discuss it with friends. This self-discovery turns experiences into life lessons and offers a deeper understanding of the world.

Experiential appreciation transforms learning from a task to be completed into a journey to be treasured.     5     So, explore the world around you, let every experience shape you, and discover the endless possibilities that await. This is the core of true learning, where every moment is a step towards a richer, more enlightened life.

A．Now consider expanding your learning from just reading to actively participating.

B．It extends learning far beyond textbooks.

C．Instead, activate your senses for a stronger tie with it.

D．Mind the impact of your actions on the environment.

E．Take your experiences further by reflecting on them.

F．Textbooks offer a systematic introduction to essential concepts and principles.

G．These activities bring learning to life.

6 . What does the man advise the woman to do?

A．Put on safety equipment.

B．Ride her bike more slowly.

C．Drive to another park.

7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Where does the conversation take place?

A．In an office.

B．At a train station.

C．In a restaurant.

2. What will the man probably do next?

A．Buy some Italian food

B．Go to a sausage shop.

C．Book two train tickets.

8 . But for the medical team’s efforts, more lives _______ (claim) in this pandemic.

9 . Up until the1980s, people in many countries regularly followed in their parents’ footsteps by working in the family business or joining the same profession as them. In your grandparents’ time, there was the prospect of doing the same job from graduation until retirement.     1     Most people now have no intention of following in their parents’ footsteps or even staying at one job for very long.

In fact, planning to work in the same field for your entire working life just isn’t practical anymore. One reason for this is technology. The skills you have now are unlikely to remain relevant.     2     And then what will you do? Work hard? Win the lottery? Hope for the best? You might be lucky. But most of us today have to look beyond the little box called “career”.

If you think you can work eight hours a day and build a career, think again. It is hardly a recipe for great career success.     3     Keep doing this, you can become a specialist in something one day. You have a chance to choose to build a career, rather than being told to stay or to go.

    4     You may have to go back to the classroom and be retrained to qualify to work in another field. It is entirely your choice to learn, or to be forced to learn.

In short, lifetime security from one employer is no longer certain.     5     It is up to you to decide what you can do and how well you can do it.

A．Are you ready for this?

B．How times have changed!

C．They will probably be out of date very soon.

D．The truth is that you are the boss of your career.

E．These skills should have brought you a nice, comfortable life.

F．What if your job disappears after working for 10 years in the field?

G．Instead. you’d better keep looking for smarter ways to do your work.

10 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How does the woman suggest the man travel?

A．By car.

B．By bus.

C．By subway.

2. Why will the man go to the city center?

A．To find a job.

B．To take a class.

C．To meet his friend.