1 . 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。

Luis scanned the field. The soccer ball was tucked (盘带) between his feet. He searched and searched until… there! His friend Nicholas was wide open. He passed the ball to Nicholas. Nicholas trapped the ball and swung his leg back, kicked, and…

GOAL!!! Luis leaped up and down, celebrating. Just then, Devon walked up, his face twisted in anger. Devon had started playing soccer during breaks with them a few weeks ago. He was a nice enough guy when he felt like things in the game had gone his way. But when he felt like they hadn’t, watch out.

“Why didn’t you pass the ball to me, Luis?” Devon shouted.

“Guy, you weren’t open. It’s just that simple.” Luis responded.

“I’m fast though!” Devon protested, his voice still loud and angry.

Luis ignored him. He didn’t like being dragged into arguments. So that’s what he did with Devon most of the time —just ignored him. It almost always worked.

“I don’t like the way that Devon talks after soccer,” Nicholas said. Luis looked up from his book. They took the same bus after school.

“What do you mean?” he asked as Nicholas sat down.

“He’s always yelling at people and bragging (吹嘘) about himself.” Luis nodded. That was true. “It isn’t right,” Nicholas continued. “It makes soccer less fun. I want to tell him that he can’t play with us anymore. I already talked to all the other guys and they all agreed with me,” Nicholas said. His eyes were set in determination.

The bus started to slow down for Nicholas’ stop. Nicholas stood up, swinging his backpack back onto his shoulder. Luis watched as Nicholas ran off the bus. Although everyone had been getting a bit sick of Devon ruining soccer for a while, shutting him out seemed too extreme. He spent the rest of the ride trying to figure out what he should do.

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

The next day Luis asked Devon if he could talk with him.

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Devon kept playing soccer with them for the rest of the school year.

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2 . 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。

Volha Halpyarovich, from Belarus,     1     (experience) the healing power of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) as a child. “When I caught a cold or had a cough, my mom used to make a cupping, a technique that involves placing cups on the skin     2     (create) suction (吸力),” said Halpyarovich.

After she moved to China over 12 years ago, she became even more crazy about Chinese medicine. Living in a community with a drugstore     3     Chinese traditional herbs and medicine were sold, Halpyarovich met an experienced doctor. The wise old gentleman began with a thorough diagnosis, checking her pulse, examining her tongue, and observing her eyes. To her surprise, he accurately pointed out her health issues     4     talking too much.

TCM views the body as     5     universe connected with nature. It focuses on improving blood circulation and removing blocks,     6     (lead) to enhanced well-being. After following the treatment, Halpyarovich felt     7     (good). She believes that traditional Chinese medicine is not only a kind of treatment, but it’s a lifestyle.

As more people seek harmony with nature and within     8     (they), Halpyarovich recommends traditional Chinese medicine. “I find it to be a complex and     9     (benefit) method that is in agreement with the goal of living in harmony,” she said. From cupping to personalized herbal treatment, she encourages others to explore the diverse and useful       10     (approach) that Chinese traditional medicine has to offer.

3 . The Ladakh region, the northernmost plateau of India, sits more than 3,000m above sea level. The tall Himalayan mountains stop the _________ rains from coming there. So Ladakh has usually been _________ in the sun for 300 days per year. Floods were _________ unheard of before. However, floods have _________ four times since 2010 owing to climate change.

A decade and a half ago, the Ladakhi land provided villagers with a _________ water supply. Winter snow melted (融化) to _________ rivers and provided water for agriculture in the spring. But climate change has seen average winter _________ in Ladakhi rise. The snow melts faster, _________ villagers with little or no water in the spring. More and more _________ are leaving.

Despite that, there is __________ for this region. In 2019, engineer Sonam Wangchuk __________ unmelted ice under a bridge, sheltered from the sun. __________, he had an idea. Wangchuk wanted to help villagers __________ water in winter which could be saved for use in the spring. Freezing it in the shape of a cone (圆锥体) could maximize the volume of ice per surface area exposed to the sun and __________ the amount of time it would take to melt.

The engineer and a team of local people began looking for the best way of creating cones of ice. Eventually, they did it. Now named ice towers, they have gained __________ all across Ladakh.

1.

A．heavy

B．cold

C．daily

D．annual

2.

A．lost

B．bathed

C．trapped

D．hidden

3.

A．virtually

B．eventually

C．frequently

D．accidentally

4.

A．decreased

B．risen

C．occurred

D．escaped

5.

A．limited

B．stable

C．unique

D．changeable

6.

A．slow down

B．clean up

C．divide

D．feed

7.

A．temperatures

B．snowfalls

C．fogs

D．rivers

8.

A．surrounding

B．helping

C．leaving

D．equipping

9.

A．hikers

B．farmers

C．engineers

D．businessmen

10.

A．doubt

B．fear

C．peace

D．hope

11.

A．remembered

B．searched

C．noticed

D．measured

12.

A．Then

B．Besides

C．However

D．Instead

13.

A．carry

B．produce

C．freeze

D．purify

14.

A．lengthen

B．save

C．display

D．reduce

15.

A．fame

B．strength

C．victory

D．popularity

4 . Everyone reacts to the pressures of an upcoming test differently.     1     When you know you have a test ahead, prepare yourself mentally and physically well in advance to minimize test anxiety. Here are some tips to help get you through the days leading up to your test.

    2     It helps you engage with your material, and it gives you something else for reference when you study later. If your notes are detailed enough, you can read over them to study. You can also use them to make flashcards and other study aids.

Where you study can be just as important as how you study. Choose a place that’s comfortable, whether that’s your bedroom, a quiet table at the library, or a bench at the local park. Make sure the area has good lighting so you aren’t straining your eyes, and ensure it’s quiet and free from distractions.     3    

Don’t try to cram (填塞) all of your material into your brain the night before the big test. Cramming can cause stress and anxiety.     4     For example, if you know the test is in two weeks, divide the material into 10 to 14 parts and spend a set amount of time each day to review one part.

If you work well with groups, consider forming or joining a study group with others who are serious about passing the test. Try to keep the group small so that everyone has a chance to engage.     5     And consider making someone the leader of the group to help keep everyone on track.

A．Instead, it’s best to study a little bit each day.

B．But it’s normal to feel a bit nervous or anxious.

C．Agree on a schedule and location to meet each week.

D．There’s no need to stay up cramming the night before the big test.

E．Consider turning off your phone and any other electronic devices.

F．Preparing for a test can begin days, weeks, and even months in advance.

G．Note taking helps focus your attention on what you’re reading or hearing.

5 . While it’s impossible to predict just where the next wildfire will start, new Department of Defense-sponsored research from Brigham Young University’s Fire Research Lab is getting into the microscopic details of how fires initiate to provide more insight into how wildfires burn through wildland fuels.

For their experiments, fire expert Thomas H. Fletcher and co-authors loaded leaves of 14 plant species into the crucible (坩埚) of a thermo gravimetric analyzer (热重分析仪) and slowly turned the heat up to 800 degrees Celsius. As they watched the leaves burn, they categorized the speed at which the plant broke down and the chemicals produced by the heat. They also compared the impact of two heat sources: convective (think of wind-driven fires) and radiative (from burning plant particles or flames).

The research found that the chemistry of plants makes a big difference in how fast they break down before they start to burn. That’s important to know because the type of plant found on a mountain hillside may help predict how a fire will burn and how quickly it might jump to another plant species.

“Very detailed models that already exist take up to two weeks to run on very big computers and by that time, the fire has moved and it’s not in the same place anymore,” Fletcher said. “We’re aiming towards giving answers on how a fire might propagate in the next 20 minutes or half hour instead of the next two weeks.”

The studies are aimed at improving predictive models for both prescribed (有计划的) burns and for unplanned wildfires. With wildfires costing the Forest Service and state agencies billions of dollars to control annually, any research that can help make fire management more efficient is a high priority.

“With all we’ve done to research them, fires are still out of control,” Fletcher said. “Our model can’t prevent a fire, but it can help with decisions on how to manage fires so that when a fire starts, it doesn’t blow up into a huge, uncontrollable fire.”

1. What is paragraph 2 mainly about?

A．The research subjects.	B．The research findings.
C．The research procedures.	D．The research objectives.

2. What does the research find about the chemistry of plants?

A．It affects the speed of a fire.	B．It is one of the causes of a fire.
C．It breaks down quickly in a fire.	D．It helps plants survive in a fire.

3. What does the underlined word “propagate” in paragraph 4 mean?

A．Explode.

B．Spread.

C．Die down.

D．Break out.

4. Why do the researchers develop the new model?

A．To make the most out of wildfires.	B．To control wildfires more efficiently.
C．To predict the outbreak of wildfires.	D．To prevent wildfires from happening.

6 . Disabled astronauts-in-training have completed a zero-gravity flight 25,000ft above Earth to help understand how spacesuits and spaceships can be made more accessible.

The group of 14, who were from five different countries, including Australia, Brazil, Germany, Spain and the US, was made up of scientists, engineers and doctors. They have mobility, vision and hearing difficulties.

The groundbreaking trip, organized by AstroAccess, happened on a Zero-G aircraft in Houston, Texas. It came just weeks after the European Space Agency (ESA) announced that former Paralympian runner, John McFall, would be part of the 2022 ESA Astronaut Class. The mission took off and landed at Ellington Airport, next to the Houston Spaceport and the NASA Johnson Space center —home to the US human spaceflight training.

On climbing to a height of 25,000ft, the vehicle began 18 parabolic manoeuvres (抛物线演习), allowing the crews to test out what was needed to make trips to space more accessible for those with disabilities.

One group tested a set of tactile graphics (触觉图形) to be added to cabin walls that would allow both blind crew members and short-sighted crew members to maintain a sense of direction during emergencies and help them find emergency device in zero gravity if the lights went off. Those working with the Blind and Mobility Crew were able to demonstrate that a disabled person can independently get into a launch seat and safely fasten the five-point seat belt, proving that disabled people can safely join space missions. The hard-of-hearing and blind crews worked with Sony and Sonic Cloud to help improve speech understanding systems onboard, using Sonic Cloud’s innovative sound personalization software.

Matt Gohd, CEO of Zero-G Corporation said: “From our time with Steven Hawking to our relationship with AstroAccess, Zero-G believes that the only limits you have are the ones you place on yourself. We are honored to share this amazing experience and the first steps to space with this extraordinary group of individuals. Space should be open to everyone.”

1. What is the idea behind the flight?

A．Space travel can be accessible to everyone.

B．Space travel will become a popular industry.

C．Space travel can develop a spirit of adventure.

D．Space travel will be good for universe exploration.

2. What was special about the flight?

A．It had a former athlete on board.	B．It was designed for disabled people.
C．It was the first zero-gravity flight ever.	D．It got financial aid from different countries.

3. Why were the tests conducted?

A．To make preparations for the flight.

B．To enhance speech understanding systems.

C．To better the skills of the disabled in using launch seats.

D．To evaluate the possibility of space travel for the disabled.

4. What message is conveyed in Matt Gohd’s words?

A．Great minds think alike.	B．Unity is strength.
C．Actions speak louder than words.	D．Anything is possible.

7 . If you’re traveling with your family and looking for great fun in Iceland, check this list of family-friendly tours. These tours help you make the best of your family vacation.

Ice caving tour on Langjokull Glacier (冰川)

On this Langjokull Glacier tour, explore the world’s largest man-made ice cave. A 20-ton monster truck will take you to the entrance of the cave, located close to the top of the glacier. Then hike through the 500m long ice tunnel with separate frozen halls and admire brilliant blue ice formations. You’ll dream about this ice cave experience for years to come!

Whale watching tour from Reykjavik

Hit the high seas on a Dalvik whale watching tour. Witness humpback whales, blue whales, minke whales and even dolphins! In true Icelandic fashion, you will get the chance to try your hand at sea fishing. Your fresh catch will be barbequed Icelandic-style when the tour ends, the perfect way to wrap up the day.

River rafting (漂流) down Gullfoss Canyon.

Whether you’re an expert or beginner, Iceland’s white waters attract people of all skill levels. Your tour begins at Drumboddsstadir, continues down the Hvita River and ends in Bruarhlod Canyon, located at the foothills of Gullfoss Waterfall. The waters will lead you past a water-carved gorge and over a few steep rapids on an unforgettable adventure of a lifetime.

Old farm hike

On this tour we’ll be aiming for the old abandoned farm at Kleif — watching out for the Arctic wildlife that lives in the area, including reindeer and plenty of birds. Upon arrival, we’ll go on a fully guided tour of the farm and hear stories of how Icelanders managed to survive in this unfriendly place. Finally, we’ll enjoy some warming refreshments at the farm after an educational day in the wilderness.

1. What do we know about the ice cave?

A．It is artificial.	B．It has a secret entrance.
C．It lies under a glacier.	D．It is the deepest in the world.

2. Which tour might appeal to adventurers most?

A．Ice caving tour.

B．Whale watching tour.

C．River rafting.

D．Old farm hike.

3. What can you do on the old farm hike tour?

A．Have a barbecue in the wilderness.	B．Learn farming from local people.
C．Practice hunting Arctic animals.	D．Explore the history of the farm.

8 . When I was young, my mother was very much concerned for my happiness and was always there to support me. We had healthy boundaries (界限). When my own turn came for being a mother, I was determined to do so.

But as my daughter and I sat down to choose courses for the seventh grade, I felt the boundaries begin to fall. Students were allowed three electives (选修课) each term. Several of these were year-long courses—band, orchestra, yearbook and Spanish, and the rest were random (随机的) — technology education, drama, leadership and PE. I hated PE in my own school days.

We read the elective options carefully and sweet relief flooded through me. “You can sign up for band, yearbook and Spanish, and you won’t have to take PE ever,” I told her. I settled back into my chair, a weight taken off my chest. My daughter, however, frowned. “But I’m not sure I want to take Spanish. And I want to do the leadership class... and try drama!”

I broke in on her words with more practical wisdom. “You can’t pick the electives you want, though. They’re organized randomly. So you might get drama and leadership..., or you might get gym class or technology education. You might get the classes you want, and you might not. Is it worth risking having to take PE?” Finally, she chose to take the chance and signed up for band, yearbook and one period of the unknown elective. I reminded myself she was not me.

Watching your child walk into the trap of middle school is worse than experiencing it yourself. Motherhood, after all, is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body. I am not going into the seventh grade again. It is my daughter’s turn. She is her own person, and while she is delicate and easily hurt, she is also stronger and more confident than I was.

1. What is the function of paragraph 1?

A．To present a fact.	B．To provide an example.
C．To introduce the topic.	D．To make a comparison.

2. Why did the author feel relaxed after reading the elective options?

A．Drama was her daughter’s favorite.	B．Her daughter followed her advice.
C．There were many year-long courses.	D．PE was optional for her daughter.

3. What did the author think of her daughter’s option?

A．It seemed organized.	B．It was uncertain.
C．It was made at random.	D．It sounded reasonable.

4. What does the author want to say in the last paragraph?

A．Motherhood is rewarding.	B．Mothers should learn to let go.
C．Children should ask for help if necessary.	D．Children are too young to make a decision.

9 . 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。

The Champion of No Score

Maggie hated Tuesdays—Tuesdays meant gym class, gym class meant picking teams and picking teams meant Maggie would be picked last.

As a newcomer, she’d come up with a special title for each classmate to remember the other kids. There was Kevin, Champion of the Clean Desk. Lynnie, Champion of Knowing the Answer First… Thinking hard, she finally decided her own title: Champion of Quiet.

Maggie felt blue as Tuesday fell again. Mr. Murphy, the gym teacher, asked for volunteer captains to pick their own basketball teams. The usual hands shot into the air. Maggie sighed and glanced to her right. She caught the eye of Jasmine. Champion of Awkward, a girl who was sometimes picked last, too. Then Maggie had an idea. So when Mr. Murphy asked if anyone else wanted to volunteer, Maggie felt her hand slowly rise. Looking again at Jasmine, she took a big breath. Maybe it was time for her to use her voice.

“Maggie?” Mr. Murphy smiled. “You want a turn?”

“Yes,” she said.

The class whispered. Maggie leading a team?

“Yes,” she answered again, louder this time.

Mr. Murphy waved Maggie to the front, where the other three captains—Champion of Jumping Rope, Champion of Never Misses a Shot, and Champion of Doesn’t Know How to Lose—stood, ready to choose their teams.

“Maggie, you get first pick,” said Mr. Murphy. “Jasmine,” announced Maggie. The class snickered. A joke? More than once, Jasmine had tried to score on the wrong basket. Eyes wide, Jasmine took her place beside Maggie. The other three captains called out familiar names—the best players on the basketball court. It was Maggie’s turn again. “I choose Frank.” Frank (Champion of the Untied Shoelace) could not throw, or catch. He knew what it felt like to be the last pick. But not today.

Three very talented teams took shape. And then there was Maggie’s team. Maggie looked at her teammates. There stood Jasmine and Frank, plus Gillian (Champion of Chatter) and George (Champion of Sleepy). “I have chosen the worst team in the history of the world,” Maggie thought to herself.

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。

Hand in hand, the Maggie team walked onto the court.

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They did lose big, but something positive began to unfold in them.

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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 Nanjing Hongshan Forest Zoo, once struggling to sustain its     1     (survive), has undergone a remarkable turnaround. It has become a popular destination     2     visitors can glimpse diverse animals and appreciate the beauty and significance of life.

The man behind     3     U-turn is Shen Zhijun, an animal welfare advocate. Last August, Shen took to the Internet     4     (publicize) his decade-long reform efforts—a comprehensive campaign transforming the conventional zoo into a conservation-focused sanctuary (保护区). During his 30-minute speech     5     (title) A Zoo’s Pursuit, Shen showcased the successful changes that he had performed.

After witnessing the helpless and hopeless expressions of the animals, Shen’s team set about making changes.     6     (initial), they removed animal shows, which traditionally serve as the financial backbone of zoos. Subsequently, they transformed the park’s landscape, cleverly using the     7     (exist) mountainous terrain of Hongshan to reproduce the natural habitats of animals in the wild. Plus, they introduced “multi-level villas” where animals belonging to the same ecological zone but not occupying the base of the food chain can     8     (house) together, based on their ecological and geographical distribution.

This zoo has emerged     9     the most animal-friendly zoo in China. Striking a balance between respecting animals’ dignity and providing visitors with enjoyable experiences is a challenging task,     10     Shen’s team has successfully achieved it.