1 . Be a Beekeeper for a Day!

Learn about the fascinating world of honey bees in a way that few get to experience:

Your tour, led by a professional beekeeper, will include suiting up in protective gear, lighting a bee smoker, and getting up close with more than 100,000 bees.

Each tour is capped at 12 people, providing you an intimate experience of this fascinating species.

Guided tours include protective gear and select drinks.

At least one paid adult must accompany any children under the age of 18.

Price	Starting at $35   Adult (Ages 13+): $50     Child (Ages 6-12): $35
Time	Saturdays
Duration	1.5 Hours
Place	Two Hives Honey Ranch

Things to know:

Ensure you arrive a few minutes before your start time to sign waivers (豁免协议) and get signed in. Particularly for evening tours, it is important that we start on time so that we finish the tour before sunset.

Tours are weather dependent, so if the forecast calls for rain, please watch your email 24-48 hours before in case we need to cancel/reschedule.

What to bring:

We will have a variety of protective gear (beekeeping masks, gloves) for all of you. You will see that the bees are incredibly gentle and tame, but it’s better for everyone to enjoy their time and not feel worried about getting stung! Additionally, please adhere (遵守) to the below guidelines:

Closed-toe shoes that cover the ankle are required.

Wear long pants and a long sleeve top. Blue jeans are fine. Try to stick to lighter colors on top — button downs work great!

Choose clothing that is loose fitting — nothing especially tight! (Black yoga pants are NOT a good clothing choice.)

Avoid using materials that are hairy or made from sweater type materials.

Please avoid using any perfumes or heavily fragrant creams — the bees are not fans of our smells.

Finally, your tour guide may make his/her job look easy, but they work hard to ensure your bee experience is informative, fun, and most importantly, safe. If you enjoyed your time and the experience, a tip to show your appreciation for their work is not required but always appreciated.

1. What will you do during the tour?

A．Taste the honey from their hives.

B．Smoke bees out of their honeycomb.

C．Explore an active and living beehive.

D．Identify the bee queen and bee workers.

2. What is provided for the trip?

A．A cap.	B．A raincoat.
C．A beekeeping mask.	D．A pair of knee-high boots.

3. What are tourists advised to do?

A．Put on a sweater.	B．Wear tight clothes.
C．Choose black yoga pants.	D．Give a tip to the guide.

2 . 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。

Jack was new to Woodberry Forest School this year. He carried a secret burden: a stutter (口吃) that often brought about laughter from his classmates. This made him very upset. Shy and reserved. Jack chose to fade into the background rather than draw attention to himself. He felt like an outsider, never quite fitting in.

Jack was eager to exchange ideas with his classmates, but afraid of getting into trouble. Jack's science teacher, Katherine, a warm and caring woman often wearing a smile, noticed Jack's stutter and shyness. She observed how Jack struggled to express himself in class and how he would shy away when called upon to speak.

Determined to lend a hand, Katherine took Jack under her wing, encouraging him to embrace bravery and believe in his own abilities. Subsequently, Katherine adopted a set of systematic methods to help him. She was glad to find the potential in him, the intelligence and creativity that lay hidden beneath his stutter. Whenever possible, Katherine was always ready to praise his efforts, always declaring, "You are so great!” Whenever Jack stumbled over his words, Katherine always smiled at him encouragingly, providing him with the strength to continue. Day by day, Jack found himself speaking with greater confidence and fluency.

One day, Katherine announced that each student should give a presentation of a science project in front of the class. Jack's heart sank, the familiar fear and anxiety wrapping around him. How could he possibly stand before his classmates to give his ideas clearly, knowing that they would laugh at him? As the presentation drew near, Jack's anxiety mounted. Then came the big day. He watched his classmates take turns to walk up to the front. They gave their presentation with confidence and backed to their seats with satisfaction. However, while Jack was waiting for his turn, his heart beat so violently that he felt as if he were sitting on pins and needles.

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。
Paragraph 1:

It was finally his turn.

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Paragraph 2:

When Jack finished his presentation, the room erupted into applause.

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3 . As a high school student, you’re likely used to learning through reading textbooks.     1     This lies at the heart of “experiential 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．It extends learning beyond textbooks.

B．These activities bring learning to life.

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

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

E．Take your experiences further by reflecting on them.

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

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

4 . Courage is a huge theme in my life, a quality I constantly seek, appreciate, and analyze. The root of “courage” is “cor,” the Latin word for heart. In the beginning, courage meant “to speak one’s mind by telling all one’s heart.” While courage is often associated with heroism nowadays, I believe true courage lies in being open and honest about who we are and how we feel.

I recently witnessed an example of true courage. During a mountain-climbing trip with my 15-year-old daughter and some college students, I noticed her struggling to keep up with the group. Despite my suggestions to rest, she persisted until she couldn’t breathe properly.

Panicked, I called out to the front for help, but there was no response, and we had no cellphone signal. Fortunately, two students just came back to check out on us. They offered assistance and calmed us down. As we continued at a slower pace, they shared their own experiences, from starting out as beginners like my daughter to becoming consistently among the first to reach the peak.

“You know,” one of them said, looking at my daughter, “I was just like you when I started.

But with practice and proper pace, you’ll get there too.”

“Yeah, don’t let your lack of experience stop you,” the other added. “It’s okay to admit when you’re struggling or not feeling alright. In fact, it’s important to speak up and ask for help when you need it. That’s how we improve and grow.”

Reaching the mountain top was a huge relief for both my daughter and me. However, the two students addressed the celebrating group directly, emphasizing the importance of staying together in tough environments. Their words led the group to apologize to us for overlooking our struggle.

I was totally amazed at their bravery, and my daughter learned that it’s okay to be the least experienced in a group. Courage, I’ve come to realize, has a ripple effect. Each time we choose courage, we inspire those around us to be a little braver and make the world a little better.

1. Why does the author mention the original meaning of courage?

A．To question the common belief of courage.

B．To argue for the true nature of courage.

C．To show the changing meaning of courage.

D．To compare different interpretations of courage.

2. What did the two students suggest the daughter do?

A．Keep to a suitable pace.	B．Seek help whenever possible.
C．Challenge her own limits.	D．Stick with experienced climbers.

3. Which action in the mountain-climbing story is an example of true courage?

A．The mother asked the girl to rest.

B．The girl tried hard not to fall behind.

C．The two students pointed out the group’s fault.

D．The group celebrated the reach of the mountain top.

4. What does the author intend to tell us?

A．Kindness connects us all.	B．Being a beginner takes courage.
C．We don’t have to be a hero to be brave.	D．With courage, everyone can be perfect.

5 . 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。

It was several days before Christmas.Gray clouds covered the sky. The air was cold. The temperature was below freezing. It was snowing heavily. And the internet was out. Now I found that having the internet out could be a blessing for me. I decided to prepare my turkey meat for dinner, and get a few things done.

After the regular housework was done, I pulled the air conditioning units out of the windows and put them up for the winter. Next, I walked into the storage closet and pulled out the Christmas decorations and the artificial(人造的) tree. I unpacked my new picture and placed it lovingly on my old record player.

Then I set up my Christmas statues of Santa and Dickens’ books on the shelf along with the Christmas angel.Next I unpacked, fitted and put up the tree. After that I pulled out the lights, metal wires and decorations. I put each one on the tree gently and with great care while my son Marvin played Christmas music and decorated his own room.

In no time at all, everything was done. I looked at the tree and then outside again. This time, however, it didn’t seem so cold, gray, and gloomy. Instead, it felt warm and Christmas seemed to be in the air. Even the snowflakes floating in the wind felt more like a gift from Heaven. I heard “Away in a Manger" coming from my son’s CD player and hummed along (跟着哼唱).

This life certainly can seem full of pains at times. It is up to us, though, to make each one a blessing(祝福) in our life. Since there are benefits without the internet, we can turn it off for a while now and then.

注意:
1.续写词数应为150左右;
2.请按如下格式在下面作答。

I proposed to discuss how it felt to be without the internet at dinner.

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We made it a rule to have Sunday meal without the internet and we did it this weekend.

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6 . 它(音乐)使我的内心深受鼓舞。
lt ____________________________________________________________.

7 . 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容或括号内所给词的恰当形式填空。

Plants are actually grown in space already. Do you know the fact    1    astronauts aboard the ISS(国际空间站)ate the first space-grown salad on August 10, 2015? And yes, they liked what they ate.

Growing a plant in space is not an easy task.    2    (normal), growing eatable and nutritious plants is difficult enough here on Earth, so imagine how challenging it would be    3    (grow) those greens in microgravity (微重力) and under highly    4    (control) soil conditions, humidity(湿度), light, and various gases.

Traditionally, roots grow and spread downwards due to gravity. Still, in space, where    5     effect of gravity is slight, things change, and they do so quite strongly. Can you imagine a plant floating in a spaceship, with its roots    6     (stick) out in every direction? Therefore, keeping this entire system in a good condition is very important. To achieve this, Rick Mastracchio, the    7    (found) of a special container named “Veggie", made great efforts with his partner    8    a few years.

Cultivating a plant in space is just one part of a more complex and    9    (large) effort. Astronaut farmers must ensure that the plants grow in such artificial conditions are safe to consume, have no side effects and    10    (be) pleasant to eat... at least a little.

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。

Chinese scientists have started a scientific expedition to the Mount Qomolangma.     1     total of 170 scientists have begun to do research on water, ecology and human activity, aiming     2     (reveal) the mechanism of environmental change and optimize the ecological security barrier system on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau.

    3     (label) as the roof of the world and water tower of Asia, the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau is an essential ecological security barrier in China. It is also a natural laboratory for     4     (conduct) research on the evolution of Earth and life, and the relationship between man and Earth.     5     an important part of the research, the ongoing expedition is     6     (particular) important to the study of the impact of climatic and environmental changes in the Mount Qomolangma region on other parts of the world.

The expedition focuses on major scientific     7     (issue), such as how the extreme high-altitude environment of the Mount Qomolangma changes under the influence of global warming, according to Yao Tandong,     8     is the team leader. “The expedition has realized the     9     (transform) from ‘I want to conquer you’ to ‘I want to understand you’, achieved the application of new technologies and resulted in important international influence,” he said. So far, many scientific achievements     10     (make).

9 . In a small village, a special knitting (编织) club has become a symbol of community and warmth. _________ by Abby, the club has turned the simple craft of knitting into the powerful force for _________.

Back to 2018, Abby, a knitting enthusiast, _________ brought together like-minded villagers. And later, their shared _________ blossomed into the club with a mission. The club welcomed all, with the belief that anyone could _________ to knit, and soon it became a place where a sense of community was woven into every stitch (一针).

Attracting a steady stream of people, the club members weekly gather to work on knitting _________, like casting on and off, under Abby’s guidance. Their hands are hurt by needles, but their hearts are full of _________, because every little scar is a mark of care for others. The club’s true essence lies in its devotion to _________. Each hand-knit hat and glove is a symbol of love, donated to local _________ institutions that help the homeless.

__________ on their purpose, Abby says, “Our knitting is more than a small craft. It’s a way to __________ out and support those in need. The club’s creations are not just items. They are the result of hours spent choosing the right materials and patterns, and the love __________ into every stitch.”

The knitting club is a living narrative of a(n) __________ story of neighbors assisting neighbors and strangers becoming friends. Through knitting, they’ve created a __________ that warms not only the body, but also the heart. The club stands as a reminder of the impact that __________ acts, like giving a hat or a pair of gloves, can have on the human spirit.

1.

A．Restricted

B．Purchased

C．Canceled

D．Sponsored

2.

A．unity

B．dignity

C．politeness

D．profit

3.

A．barely

B．blindly

C．initially

D．passively

4.

A．space

B．passion

C．major

D．house

5.

A．regret

B．fail

C．learn

D．agree

6.

A．techniques

B．materials

C．stories

D．patterns

7.

A．terror

B．advice

C．possession

D．contentment

8.

A．speaking up

B．dropping in

C．giving back

D．showing off

9.

A．political

B．charitable

C．architectural

D．financial

10.

A．Bringing

B．Looking

C．Reflecting

D．Counting

11.

A．reach

B．act

C．look

D．stand

12.

A．persuaded

B．tricked

C．broken

D．sewn

13.

A．continuous

B．economical

C．ridiculous

D．conventional

14.

A．strategy

B．bond

C．category

D．principle

15.

A．self-made

B．small-minded

C．easy-going

D．well-meaning

10 . Have you ever wanted to be healthier? Get a pet! That is what the experts are saying. There are many advantages to owning a pet, no matter whether it is a cat, dog, or horse.

Some new parents are often in a rush to get rid of their pets when a baby is expected. Yet, studies have shown that having a pet at home actually reduces a child’s likelihood of developing certain kinds of diseases. In one study, a researcher studied 300 new-born babies and tested them again a year later. He found that if they had a dog at home the children had up to 33% fewer allergies (过敏症). In addition, the children had stronger immune systems (免疫系统) when compared to the babies of homes with no pets.

In another study, researchers tested nearly 4,500 people. They found that cat owners who spent time stroking (抚摸) their cats suffered 40% fewer heart attacks than those who did not own a cat. Some other studies also found that pet owners suffered less serious from depression (沮丧) than non-pet owners.

Horses have long been used in treatments for disabled people, both physically and mentally. Not only does the movement of the horse help people with physical problems, but the calming influence of the animals has a positive effect on them, too. Amazing changes have been noted in disabled people who are lucky enough to receive these treatments.

From cats to horses, having a pet can really have positive effects on our health.

1. What does the underlined word in the second paragraph probably mean?

A．Degree.

B．Possibility.

C．Opportunity.

D．Decision.

2. From the second and third paragraphs, we can infer that ______.

A．having a pet at home makes a baby weak

B．the children in home without a dog may have strong immune system

C．non-pet owners may easily suffer from depression than pet owners

D．keeping a pet cat is better than keeping a pet dog

3. What is the main idea of the fourth paragraph?

A．How to raise a horse.	B．The way of keeping healthy.
C．How horses benefit disabled people.	D．How to treat disabled people.

4. Which of the following is TRUE according to the text?

A．New parents sometimes refuse to have a pet when they have a baby.

B．If you want to keep healthy, do nothing but keep a pet.

C．Cat owners suffer more heart attacks than others.

D．Horses can cure the problems of disabled people.