1 . Barre is a workout that includes movements from ballet and yoga, and it’s been sweeping the world. But it seems that the trend never quite _______ in Malaysia until a new studio, Rebarre, popped up a month ago. Its _______ Carmen has always been passionate about fitness and dance, having spent 15 years getting trained as a ballet dancer.

_______ she loved dancing, she never _______ pursuing dance as a career. Instead, she chose to study economics in Imperial College Business School and graduated with _______.

Because of this, she was _______ by a top consulting company in London. However, Carmen realized there had always been a _______ within her that she would make her mark in the field of fitness. Despite her strong belief, it was still a _______ decision to quit for passion. Thus, Carmen spent a long time _______ her options. Carmen eventually left her job, returned to Malaysia, and __________Rebarre.

But why barre? To Carmen, the __________ of barre is that there is no __________ to entry to barre; anyone can do it.

Although some people in Malaysia have __________ the barre concept, most people are still __________with it and its benefits. Thus, building awareness about barre continues to be a great __________ for Rebarre.

1.

A．gave in

B．wore out

C．show up

D．took off

2.

A．customer

B．founder

C．trainee

D．member

3.

A．Unless

B．Although

C．Since

D．Once

4.

A．compared with

B．slowed down

C．accounted for

D．thought of

5.

A．choices

B．honors

C．missions

D．promises

6.

A．rejected

B．introduced

C．welcomed

D．inspired

7.

A．leisure

B．prediction

C．conflict

D．voice

8.

A．quick

B．tough

C．flexible

D．wise

9.

A．weighing

B．limiting

C．denying

D．exercising

10.

A．invented

B．transferred

C．expanded

D．launched

11.

A．appeal

B．format

C．symbol

D．contrast

12.

A．need

B．way

C．barrier

D．chance

13.

A．criticized

B．removed

C．accepted

D．invented

14.

A．unfamiliar

B．disappointed

C．upset

D．impressed

15.

A．pleasure

B．puzzle

C．challenge

D．success

2 . Much like our guts (内脏), cities too have various types of microorganisms (微生物) that grow in the environment. And, much like analyzing the microorganisms in our guts can show important details about our physical condition, doing the same thing with a city’s microorganisms can help us understand data on the kinds of bacteria and other small life forms that are living alongside urban people.

While it’s possible to use human researchers to collect data on a city’s microorganisms, that kind of field research can be costly, difficult, and time-consuming. In 2010, honeybees in Brooklyn visited a nearby cherry factory, producing bright-red honey. This caused researchers to examine what other things New York’s honeybees were bringing back to their hives. It struck the researchers that this might be an easier way to collect microorganisms than to search for them on subway poles or sidewalks. So in a new study, researchers decided to seek help from the honeybee, which spends its days exploring cities all over the world, to learn about the urban microenvironments.

The team analyzed hive debris (碎片) from around the world and had some interesting findings. In Sydney, the hive debris showed DNA from microorganisms that can break down rubber, while in Melbourne, a significant amount of DNA from eucalyptus, a kind of tree originally from Australia, appeared at the bottom of hives. And the hive debris from Venice had microorganisms commonly found in rotting wood.

The analysis of Tokyo hives not only found DNA from local unique microorganisms, but also showed the presence of a microorganism that can cause disease among humans. This finding led the team to believe that using bees to learn about urban environments might be a great way to track the spread of human diseases.

While the study is still at the initial stage and it remains to be seen whether honeybees will help scientists find diseases or help city planners make cities greener one day, the insects’ great promise as little research helpers is obvious.

1. What does the author want to express in the first paragraph?

A．The significance of studying microorganisms in cities.

B．The role of small life forms in urban ecosystems.

C．The relationship between microorganisms and human health.

D．The similarities of microorganisms in our guts and those in cities.

2. Why did researchers turn to honeybees for help?

A．They are skilled at exploring remote places.

B．They are willing to be close to human researchers.

C．They can collect cities’ microorganisms in a productive way.

D．They have a natural talent for recognizing microorganisms.

3. What does the new study find out?

A．Bees in Venice primarily feed on rotting wood.

B．Hive debris from diverse places has unique DNA material.

C．Bees in Melbourne have the ability to break down rubber.

D．Bees exhibit different living habits based on their living places.

4. Which can be a suitable title for the text?

A．Honeybees Can Help Analyze DNA from Microorganisms

B．Microorganisms are Significant to Human Health

C．Honeybees Reveal Urban Microorganisms through Hive Debris

D．Urban Microenvironment’s Richness is Beyond our Imagination

3 . 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 Ganqiu Festival is one of the oldest traditional celebrations and social activities of the Miao ethnic group in China. It falls on the first day of “Liqiu”,     1     indicates the end of summer. Miao people     2     (settle) down in Huayuan County, Fenghuang County, Jishou County, Luxi County and several other counties in Hunan Province hold a series of grand     3     (ceremony) to celebrate the day. The festival is not only an opportunity for Miao people to celebrate a good harvest, but     4     important social occasion for young Miao men and women as well.

According to local tales, Miao people drove out demons (恶魔) from their lands and began planting rice to build up their homeland. And due to their hard work, they were blessed     5     a harvest every autumn. Since then, the festival has remained a celebration of their victory, an expression of their     6     (appreciate) for the harvest season, and a way to send blessings to others.

Having a long history, the Ganqiu Festival observes many customs     7     (pass) down from generation to generation.     8     (traditional), during the day, Miao people wear colorful costumes and gather for a feast featuring     9     (attract) shows and sports activities. The festival     10     (list) as national intangible cultural heritage in 2014 and later as UNESCO intangible cultural heritage in 2016.

4 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Who is Alice probably?

A．The woman’s sister.

B．The woman’s mother.

C．The woman’s daughter.

2. What may attract Jason most?

A．Chinese cartoons.

B．Car collections.

C．Space exploration.

3. Where does the woman decide to go in the end?

A．Shanghai Auto Museum.

B．Shanghai Children’s Museum.

C．Shanghai Animation and Comics Museum.

5 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Which year of college is the man in now?

A．The first year.

B．The second year.

C．The third year.

2. Why did the man select Southampton?

A．Because of the fee.

B．Because of the course.

C．Because of the location.

3. What does Southampton motivate students to do on Wednesday afternoons?

A．Do some exercise.

B．Enjoy social activities.

C．Go on field trips.

4. How does Professor Williams encourage students?

A．By playing a film.

B．By giving a special book.

C．By assigning less homework.

6 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What happened to Maya at age eight?

A．She became speechless.

B．She went blind.

C．She lost her hearing.

2. Why did Maya begin to write?

A．To enter a competition.

B．To become a famous poet.

C．To influence others positively.

3. Which of the following contains poems and paintings?

A．Still I Rise.

B．Phenomenal Woman.

C．Life Doesn’t Frighten Me.

7 . Forget about “military-style travel” during which people tend to visit as many places as possible in the least amount of time. A more relaxed and leisurely alternative, such as “Citywalk”, is becoming the norm among urban youngsters.

Unlike military-style travel, Citywalk is about wandering around a city on foot, feeling the atmosphere and finding unusual things that even a resident of the city might not have noticed before. It can be a special event where people start a journey led by tour guides or simply explore the streets.

Such walks generally avoid famous scenic spots and shopping centers, and take you to places where you can have real interactions with the local people, eat at small but authentic restaurants, and gain a deeper understanding of the history and culture of the city.

Citywalkers have shared their carefully planned routes on social media platforms. Their posts usually include how long the walk is going to take, and interesting places and restaurants along the way. Some posts are more like a food tour.

Nan Xi, who recently moved from Beijing to Shanghai, said “I think Shanghai is a city perfect for Citywalk. There are big trees along the streets and shops selling different products, which is ideal for couples and friends to walk together and take photos.” After several Citywalk experiences, she signed up for a two-and-a-half-hour Citywalk priced at 88 yuan per person. A tour guide narrated the history of the buildings and streets along the way. “If it were me walking alone, I would simply find the streets artistic, but the tour that day helped me gain a better understanding of how Western culture blends in with the local culture in Shanghai,” she said. Another surprising benefit of the walk was that she has made friends with two of her fellow walkers.

Lin Yi, a manager for an online platform for self-guided tours, said Citywalk can help travelers learn about local culture and live as local people do, feeling the vibes of a city. People who participate in Citywalks usually have similar tastes, and can have in-depth discussions with each other, he said.

1. What is the main difference between military-style travel and Citywalk?

A．The transport.	B．The cost.
C．The purpose.	D．The destination.

2. What can we conclude about Citywalk in Shanghai according to Nan Xi?

A．It is a perfect place to run shops.

B．There are great things to do at weekends.

C．Ideal couples and friends often gather there.

D．It provides great experiences in many ways.

3. What can be inferred from Nan Xi’s two-and-a-half-hour Citywalk?

A．She thought it well worth a try.

B．She went on the tour without company.

C．She wouldn’t have found the artistic streets by herself.

D．She knew how Western culture differed from the local culture in Shanghai.

4. What is the main idea of the article?

A．Citywalk is a new trend in urban tourism.

B．Citywalk can help travelers make new friends.

C．Military-style travel is becoming more popular.

D．Travelers choose Citywalk over military style to follow suit.

8 . 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。

Tripod’s story started one spring morning as I was finishing a morning surgery at the veterinary clinic (兽医诊所) I owned. I was writing up medical records of the surgery patients when my receptionist (接待员) stuck her head into my office. She told me there was a big cat lying outside with a seriously injured front leg. What’s worse, nobody knew whom it belonged to.

Then I sent two of my pre-vet students to pick up the poor cat while I went back to my record-keeping. But it wasn’t long before I heard the students returning with this newest patient who seemed to be in pretty bad condition.

I carefully checked up the injuries which seemed to be caused by the pressing of a heavy object. With the extremely horrible smell, I knew from years of experience this cat didn’t have an owner. “Well, then,” I sighed, “I’m not sure whether we are able to bring this cat back to life, but let’s give him our best shot anyway. Afterwards, let’s see if we can find a home for him. ”

Just then, when one of the students began touching the cat’s head gently, somewhere deep in the cat’s throat, a weak purr (呼噜声) began. As the student continued to pet the cat, I noticed the cat’s breathing became less laboured (缓慢而困难的).

When I performed the complicated operation, I whispered, “You’re a fighter, aren’t you, boy? You deserve a chance to live.” However, after the surgery, he lost one leg, and still struggled with life and death. Over the next few weeks, Tripod, the cat, went through many ups and downs, but I was sure about his resilience (快速恢复的能力). News about Tripod spread. A number of customers stopped by regularly to check on the progress of his recovery, including Mrs Melson, a pet lover.

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 day finally came when I decided Tripod had really recovered.

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Though unwilling to part with Tripod, we were happy to see Mrs Melson come for him.

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9 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How long did Roger Federer’s professional career last?

A．14 years.

B．17 years.

C．24 years.

2. What happened to Federer in the 2017 Australian Open?

A．He got a sudden knee injury.

B．He had a hard-fought victory.

C．He faced a series of losses.

3. Which of the following best describes Federer?

A．Determined.

B．Kind-hearted

C．Humorous.

10 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What is Caroline Smith?

A．A zoo specialist.

B．A social worker.

C．A TV reporter.

2. What does Caroline talk about in the Kyrie Belle Show?

A．Recently extinct wildlife.

B．Latest campaigning activities.

C．Common misunderstandings of animals.

3. What does a monkey’s ear-to-ear smile suggest?

A．They are quite shy.

B．They feel at risk.

C．They are impatient.

4. Why does the speaker deliver the speech?

A．To advertise a national zoo.

B．To present a charity show.

C．To introduce a preservationist.