1 . Yesterday two unexpected visitors came to our balcony during the brief time we were out. Two brave ______ had came into a district to ______ the freshness of our washbasin and some other bread pieces on our balcony.

When you came across such sudden visitors, are you ______ to sense it as an invasion (入侵) into your comfort zone, or you might ______ it as a lovely moment of Life? We chose the second option, with no ______. After all, we’ve been feeling encouraged to ______ the relationship with our sparrows more and more each day. We can’t stop _______and celebrating their dance from our window. We fed them with the leftovers (剩菜) on our tablecloth after every meal. And we have ______ them with our balcony. ______, they feel at ease in our courtyard. And that has led them to ______ up courage and determine to enter our house. Perhaps they have the feeling that we no longer consider them as unexpected guests, but friendly ______, who only leave some waste from time to time.

The ______ of our dear sparrows draws us out of our boring daily ______ and shows us the potential beauty. They often take different human forms. We’ve met sparrows like those, of all shapes and ______. And they’re everywhere. Perhaps all of them are willing to surprise us. Perhaps all of them are willing to catch our ______. They only ask us not to be afraid of them or feel reluctant (勉强的) to their presence.

1.

A．animals

B．families

C．sparrows

D．children

2.

A．perform

B．enjoy

C．avoid

D．face

3.

A．likely

B．sure

C．anxious

D．curious

4.

A．reject

B．explore

C．turn

D．receive

5.

A．hesitation

B．affection

C．attraction

D．certainty

6.

A．end

B．decline

C．strengthen

D．refuse

7.

A．noticing

B．listening

C．expecting

D．observing

8.

A．protected

B．provided

C．prepared

D．presented

9.

A．Unluckily

B．Unfairly

C．Undoubtedly

D．Unwillingly

10.

A．turn

B．pick

C．stay

D．speed

11.

A．neighbors

B．couples

C．colleagues

D．classmates

12.

A．performance

B．position

C．presence

D．purpose

13.

A．diet

B．routine

C．plan

D．work

14.

A．colors

B．figures

C．races

D．bodies

15.

A．connection

B．ambition

C．devotion

D．attention

2 . 假定你是李华，你校将举办“国际文化日”，请给外教Caroline写封邮件邀请她参加活动。内容包括：
1. 活动时间、地点；
2. 活动目的及内容；
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Caroline,
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Yours,

Li Hua

3 . J. K. Rowling frequently shows there is magic every day. Her Harry Potter series has helped people through times of stress and depression and she is always there to deliver wise words of encouragement.

She is one celebrity who is very active on Twitter. So when a single dad named Matt Burke sent her a message thanking her for the series, she noticed. Her series had helped strengthen his relationship with his 9­year­old daughter Bailey.

He included a link to his article titled Being a Broke Parent. He explained how he hadn’t found a level of financial stability that allowed him to pay bills on time and take his daughter on more activities and events. The family also doesn’t have the Internet or TV, which means there’s no “digital babysitter” and he has to rely on his own creative ways to bond with his daughter. Since he received the series, the main thing that has occupied them these days is reading books together.

Burke admits that he thought he was “too cool” for the books when they first came out and he was in his twenties, but he’s loving reading them now. “We switch off chapter by chapter reading them out loud，“Burke explains.” This not only allows her to get more used to reading aloud in front of someone, but it gets me directly involved in something she loves, and it gives me the chance to be very dramatic when I read my chapters and bring myself into the characters in the book, which has proven to be a ton of fun.”

After hearing Burke’s story, Rowling said how honored she was when Harry Potter was a part of his family’s life and offered Burke more books. Besides, people are also offering to send Burke more books as gifts. For Burke, this experience, far more than gifts, will be what he treasures.

1. Why did Burke thank J. K. Rowling according to the text?

A．She guided him how to write a good story.

B．She encouraged him when he was in trouble.

C．Her books helped him through times of confusion.

D．Her books helped him improve his bond with his daughter.

2. What is implied in Burke’s words in paragraph 4?

A．He has found it interesting to read the series.	B．He was too old to understand the series better.
C．He has chosen a better way of reading the series.	D．He hopes to play a role in the drama in the future.

3. Which word can best describe Burke’s experience according to the text?

A．Useless.

B．Normal.

C．Valuable.

D．Boring.

4. What is the main idea of this text?

A．J. K. Rowling chooses to help improve kids’ health.

B．J. K. Rowling gives a magical gift to a single father.

C．J. K. Rowling has a deep influence on others’ growth.

D．Burke comes to know J. K. Rowling through her series.

5 . A large flood caused by heavy rains and melting mountain snow recently hit America’s Yellowstone National Park. It caused widespread damage and resulted in many changes.

It changed the path of a river popular for fishing and also devastated hundreds of homes, bridges and roadways in nearby communities. It drove more than 10, 000 visitors out of the park. Luckily, no one was reported hurt. However, the park could remain closed for up to one week. The water also washed away camp structures, flooded small towns and cut power to parts of southern Montana and northern Wyoming.

The Yellowstone River was running at a historically high level of 4. 9 meters as it flowed past Billings, Montana’s largest city. The city got its water from the river and was forced to close its treatment plant (工厂) because it couldn’t operate effectively with water levels that high. Billings officials said the city only had a 24-hour supply of water. They were asking people to save water until the river could drop and the plant could restart operations.

Yellowstone officials said, “The northern half of the park is likely to remain closed over the summer. This will greatly affect local economies that depend on summer tourists. But we have faith in the park repairs and economic recovery.”

1. What does the underlined word “devastated” mean in Paragraph 2?

A．Ruined.

B．Promoted.

C．Challenged.

D．Demanded.

2. What can we learn from Paragraph 2?

A．The flood lasted quite long.	B．The flood left bad effects.
C．The flood was caused for some reasons.	D．The flood killed 10, 000 visitors.

3. What happened to the treatment plant in Billings after the flood?

A．It needed new equipment to supply water.	B．It cut down the city’s water supply for 24 hours.
C．It was forced to operate in 24 hours.	D．It stopped working.

4. What’s the Yellowstone officials’ attitude to the park repairs and economic recovery?

A．Positive.

B．Doubtful.

C．Uncertain.

D．Curious.

6 . As the largest part of the United Kingdom, England is home to many great places to visit. The following destinations are some of the best.

London

Of course, most visitors to England will arrive in London. It’s home to a long list of famous sights as well as beautiful green spaces. It also houses some of the best museums on the planet, many of which are free. See the city from above by riding the London Eye or run into famous people at Madame Tussauds (杜莎夫人蜡像馆) .

Liverpool

Liverpool is well known as the place that started the Beatles, though you’ll find a lot more to do there than visit the Beatles Museum. Spend time in the pubs chatting with the locals, go shopping at Liverpool One and enjoy the beaches.

Bath

Some people say Bath is England’s most beautiful small city, named for its natural hot springs that served as ancient Roman baths (浴缸) 2, 000 years ago. And, today, it’s the only place in the United Kingdom where you can bathe in naturally hot, mineral-rich waters just as the Romans did long ago.

Dover

Dover, located in White Cliffs Country, offers a rich history as well as peaceful countryside and a breathtaking coastline. This area has some unique places in history. You could easily spend weeks experiencing this area’s castles, like Dover Castle as well as the Secret War Time Tunnels, which once was an underground hospital.

1. What can visitors do in London?

A．Experience ancient castles.	B．Enjoy the Beatles’ concerts.
C．Visit Madame Tussauds.	D．Take a walk on the beaches.

2. Which place is well known for natural hot springs?

A．London.

B．Bath.

C．Liverpool.

D．Dover.

3. What can we know about the Secret War Time Tunnels?

A．It is in Liverpool.	B．It has a history of 2, 000 years.
C．It used to be an underground hospital.	D．It looks like Dover Castle.

7 . Before my first hike to the Rocky Mountains, I was a homebody. I had friends to hang out with, several hobbies, and I felt comfortable spending weeks or even months in my hometown without going anywhere. I thought there was no difference between seeing something on TV and seeing something with one’s own eyes.

The situation changed one day when Adam, my best friend, came to my room. He succeeded in persuading me to join him on his trip to the Rocky Mountains.

This was my first time in the mountains, so I was turning my head in all directions. Unluckily, the weather was foggy most of the time, and the higher we climbed the mountains, the less we could see. But I still enjoyed the hike. I walked fast, and because of that I ran out of energy long before we got to the top. Adam knew how to save energy.

When we finally got to the top, nothing had really changed. The same fog was covering everything. I felt disappointed, as I expected to see the view from above and take some photos. We spent a couple of hours on the top, and decided to turn back. Then the wind suddenly cleared the clouds and the sun came out. It wasn’t until then that I knew how beautiful the mountains looked. And for some moments I couldn’t believe my eyes.

This experience inspired me to break through my limitations and accept new challenges. I realized that I wouldn’t be able to live a life without visiting the mountains at least twice a year.

1. What a person did the author use to be before his first hike to the Rocky Mountains?

A．One enjoyed hiking in the mountains.	B．One felt comfortable in his hometown.
C．One liked persuading others.	D．One was good at talking with others.

2. What made the author unhappy during his first hike?

A．Feeling tired during the hike.	B．Not taking a camera with him.
C．Having to climb for a long time.	D．The heavy fog covering everything.

3. How did the author most probably feel after the hike?

A．Disappointed.

B．Comfortable.

C．Encouraged.

D．Confused.

4. What is the text mainly about?

A．The scenery of the Rocky Mountains.

B．The author’s best friend Adam.

C．The change of the author’s attitude towards traveling.

D．The author’s habit of hiking in the mountains.

8 . Two years ago, when I turned sixty, I began to think of my life at the age of ninety. If I were at that age, I would still want to stay in shape to enjoy life, getting a lot of _______. Then I decided to _______ a senior fitness center.

I called a nearby center, “Do you have aerobics (有氧运动) classes _______ for seniors?” “Sure. Come! We start at 10 am,” the receptionist (接待员) replied and _______ . The next morning, I went there. One part of me doubted that the class was too _______. The other part feared it was too hard for me to _______.

When I came into the room, a woman _______ me, “Oh, you’re new. Welcome to have a try.” Then the music started. The hour-long workout woke up the muscles I didn’t often _______ in daily walks, suiting me fine. I became a _______ there. My classmates ranged in age from fifty to ninety. Most did the exercises in their own way, doing as much or little as they could. ________ no one kept score. Soon I learned physical well-being wasn’t the only ________ there. During breaks, people ________ happily. Whenever some people were ________ we asked around. Were they busy? Were they in hospital? Moreover, we signed cards for those who were ill.

Although I ________ to be in good shape now as I’ve hoped, I’m still grateful for things more valuable from the class-close friendships and new social _______.

1.

A．success

B．pressure

C．struggle

D．pleasure

2.

A．build

B．rent

C．lend

D．find

3.

A．important

B．familiar

C．suitable

D．necessary

4.

A．invited

B．comforted

C．promised

D．remembered

5.

A．sure

B．easy

C．disappointed

D．hopeful

6.

A．make up for

B．look down on

C．keep up with

D．sign up for

7.

A．greeted

B．recognized

C．helped

D．introduced

8.

A．relax

B．reduce

C．strengthen

D．use

9.

A．guide

B．coach

C．member

D．teacher

10.

A．Easily

B．Obviously

C．Frequently

D．Surprisingly

11.

A．focus

B．problem

C．achievement

D．contribution

12.

A．worked

B．debated

C．argued

D．chatted

13.

A．absent

B．tired

C．unhappy

D．lonely

14.

A．manage

B．fail

C．remind

D．continue

15.

A．backgrounds

B．skills

C．connections

D．duties

9 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入一个适当的单词或所给单词的正确形式。

Humans successfully reached the top of the world, Mount Qomolangma, for the first time in 1953. On May 23, 70 years later, a Chinese expedition team reached its peak and     1     (carry) out scientific research, which celebrated the historical adventure. The journey to the top is     2    (extreme) dangerous and takes both bravery and good physical health     3    (complete). Climbers fight against the harsh (恶劣的) environment and go beyond     4     (they) limits.

The main reason why scientists fearlessly continue this climb to the top can be the rich information that Mt Qomolangma provides. Due to its biodiversity, it can     5     (see) as a “micro Earth”. The drop in altitude (海拔) from the top is huge, forming     6     wide range of climates and creating its own ecosystem. Also, the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau (青藏高原),    7    Mt Qomolangma is located, is an important ecological resource.

“The expedition has transformed from ‘I want to conquer you’ to ‘I want to understand you’,” said Yao Tandong, team     8     (lead) of the expedition. The scientists’ work was beyond     9     (collect) samples. Advanced equipment like drones (无人机) and 3D laser scanning, was used to better monitor pollutants and changes in glaciers. With those new technologies, the expedition resulted     10     important international influence.

10 . 假定你是班长李华，全班同学计划下周六到柳州市博物馆参观。请你给外教Mr. Smith写封邮件，邀请他参加，内容包括：
1. 发出邀请；
2. 活动安排；
3. 表达期待。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80左右；
2. 开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear Mr. Smith,
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Yours,

Li Hua