1 . 假定你是李华，学校将举行一个关于汉字书写体系（the Chinese writing system）的讲座。你打算邀请你的英国朋友Jack来参加，并请他谈谈如何学习汉字（Chinese characters）。请给他写封邮件，讲座安排如下：
时间：12月19日下午2:00 – 4:00
地点：念慈体育馆一楼多功能厅（the multi-functional hall）
内容：先由Mr. Smith做讲座，然后学生可以自由发问。
意义：培养学生学习汉字的兴趣；重视对汉语的学习。
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 Jack,
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Yours,

Li Hua

2 . Purnota Dutta, an MBA from India, took a break from her career in 2010, spending time with her newborn daughter. This life-changing time led her to found Cuddles Foundation — a nonprofit organization focused on providing food and nutrition (营养) to poor children battling cancer in government cancer hospitals.

At the hospital, she saw so many children with cancer, and a baby who was around the same age as her child. Moved by what she saw, Purnota spoke to the social worker about how she could extend support to these children. While they had enough financial resources for treatment, they needed money for nutrition.

The couple did their best to meet their essential requirements. However, it soon surpassed what they could afford, and they started tapping into their networks to raise money. At first, Cuddles Foundation joined hands with Dr Brijesh Arora, who was leading the program for nutrition for children with cancer in India. “Then came Unlimited India, which got me on board as an investee (被投资者),” she adds..

At present, Cuddles Foundation’s FoodHeals programme bridges the nutrition gap in children with cancer in 35 government and charity hospitals in 20 cities across India. Over the past year, it provided nutrition guidance to over 6,000 patients.

Swara is among many children supported by the foundation. The five-year-old from Baramati was diagnosed with cancer. Her father had spent all of his savings on her medical tests and travel. After a year of regular guidance and nutrition support, Swara has entered the recovery stage of treatment and is back home in Baramati.

She hopes, with the support of more partners, Cuddle Foundation will be able to reach its great aims.

1. What’s Purnota’s purpose to establish Cuddles Foundation?

A．To provide school children with food.	B．To support the cancer hospitals.
C．To help poor children with cancer.	D．To collect money to change her life.

2. Which of the following can replace “surpassed” in paragraph 3?

A．made up.

B．used up.

C．gave away.

D．went beyond.

3. Where can you find the data reflecting the achievement of Cuddles Foundation?

A．In paragraph 2.

B．In paragraph 3.

C．In paragraph 4.

D．In paragraph 5.

4. Why does the author mention Swara?

A．To show Cuddles Foundation is helpful.

B．To draw readers’ concern for her.

C．To inspire more children to join the Foundation.

D．To attract more partners for the Foundation.

3 . The benefits of regular exercise are well documented but there’s a new bonus to add to the ever-growing list. New researchers found that middle-aged women who were physically fit could be nearly 90 percent less likely to develop dementia in later life, and as they did, it came on a decade later than less sporty women.

Lead researcher Dr. Helena Horder, of the University of Gothenburg in Sweden, said : "These findings are exciting because it’s possible that improving people's cardiovascular （心血管的）fitness in middle age could delay or even prevent them from developing dementia. "

For the study, 191 women with an average age of 50 took a bicycle exercise test until they were exhausted to measure their peak （最大值的） cardiovascular capacity. The average peak workload was measured at 103 watts.

A total of 40 women met the criteria for a high fitness level, or 120 watts or higher. A total of 92 women were in the medium fitness category; and 59 women were in the low fitness category, defined as a peak workload of 80 watts or less, or having their exercise tests stopped because of high blood pressure, chest pain or other cardiovascular problems.

These women were then tested for dementia six times over the following four decades. During that time, 44 of the women developed dementia. Five percent of the highly fit women developed dementia, compared to 25 percent of the women with medium fitness and 32 percent of the women with low fitness.

"However, this study does not show cause and effect between cardiovascular fitness and dementia, it only shows an association. More research is needed to see if improved fitness could have a positive effect on the risk of dementia and also to look at when during a lifetime a high fitness level is most important. " She also admitted that a relatively small number of women were studied, all of whom were form Sweden, so the results might not be applicable to other groups.

1. What is on the ever-growing list mentioned in the first paragraph?

A．Positive effects of doing exercises.

B．Exercises suitable for the middle-aged.

C．Experimental studies on diseases.

D．Advantages of sporty woman over man

2. Why did the researchers ask the women to do bicycle exercise?

A．To predict their maximum heart rate.

B．To assess their cardiovascular capacity

C．To change their habits of working out

D．To detect their potential health problems

3. What do we know about Dr Horder's study?

A．It aimed to find a cure for dementia.

B．Data collection was a lengthy process.

C．Some participants withdrew from it.

D．The results were far from satisfactory.

4. Which of the following is the best title for the text?

A．More Women Are Exercising to Prevent Dementia

B．Middle-Aged Women Need to Do More Exercise

C．Fit Women Are Less Likely to Develop Dementia

D．Biking Improves Women's Cardiovascular Fitness

4 . Stephanie is a young woman with cerebral palsy(脑瘫). Kamalu Rosa, a surfing_________in Waikik beach, Hawaii, helped her achieve a dream, putting a big_________on her face.

That day Kamalu was on the shores of Waikiki for a documentary(纪录片), in which he played a(n)_________when he met Stephanie_________. Because of her physical_________she’s unable to walk, but still had dreams of surfing, catching that perfect wave. In talking with Stephanie’s family, he realized he could help her_________that.

So Kamalu_________took his board to the water’s edge. Then he_________Stephanie, carrying her onto the board. He paddled(划桨) out, held on to her and finally they together caught some_________.

“It brought me tears out there,” Kamalu said. “She was so excited and__________. It’s the kind of thing you don’t have to__________too much. It’s body language.” “It was the best surfing lesson I have ever__________,” he added.

“I can help people,” Kamalu said. “If I have the__________to help them out in the ocean, I won’t__________the moment.”

Long before the__________story, Kamalu had quietly done other acts of__________. He has helped many people with physical challenges__________the sea, including a legless man. “I’m just very__________, because I can do what I like for a living, and helping others,” he said.

Since a photo of them on the surfboard was__________on a social networking website with the loving story, it has gone__________, receiving many likes and shares.

1.

A．instructor

B．guard

C．fen

D．player

2.

A．doubt

B．smile

C．surprise

D．fear

3.

A．joke

B．game

C．role

D．order

4.

A．by chance

B．by design

C．in time

D．as usual

5.

A．injury

B．reaction

C．change

D．problem

6.

A．avoid

B．abandon

C．achieve

D．learn

7.

A．suddenly

B．quickly

C．frequently

D．anxiously

8.

A．looked forward to

B．came up with

C．got along with

D．went back for

9.

A．waves

B．fishes

C．surfers

D．colds

10.

A．frightened

B．delighted

C．exhausted

D．painful

11.

A．lose

B．worry

C．speak

D．spend

12.

A．given

B．met

C．observed

D．attended

13.

A．skill

B．right

C．ability

D．chance

14.

A．forget

B．miss

C．wait

D．waste

15.

A．amusing

B．moving

C．traditional

D．ordinary

16.

A．kindness

B．business

C．fitness

D．happiness

17.

A．study

B．survive

C．enjoy

D．access

18.

A．healthy

B．wealthy

C．serious

D．lucky

19.

A．found

B．taken

C．drawn

D．posted

20.

A．wrong

B．wild

C．popular

D．crazy

5 . The Internet has become an important part of our life. How do you stay safe online and avoid bad experiences on the Internet? It’s a question that has been asked many times.    1    I’m not an expert, but many years’ blog writing experience has taught me a thing or two, which may be useful for you.

Remember that there is a golden rule of the Internet. That is, if you see or read something that makes you feel uncomfortable, leave the site immediately.    2    

Be careful to protect our privacy.    3    Someone might use the information to steal your identity. And identity theft is a common and serious problem, so we should be very careful about that.

    4    Being online is no excuse for being rude. And you don't want to become a target for a troll or cyberbully (网霸). A troll is a person who posts comments or questions in order to create trouble online. Trolls often use several false names so that they can stay on a site. A cyberbully uses the Internet to be mean(刻薄的) to others. Like a troll, a cyberbully will also write something mean but it is usually directed at particular people.    5    However, the politer you are, the less likely you’ll be attacked.

Have you had any bad experiences online? Do you have some good advice for staying safe online? You’re welcome to post your comments below.

A．Always keep silent.

B．Don’t trust anyone online.

C．Try to be as polite as you can.

D．However, it will never be out of date.

E．Don't give out your address or phone number.

F．Remember not to post opinions or click on anything.

G．They may also post embarrassing photos about those people.

6 . 15 year-old Maddi went to an evening party with some boys without parental permission, playing late into the night. So her dad gave her a choice---either handing over her phone for a month, or giving him right to use her social media for two weeks. She chose the latter, giving Dad the keyword to her TikTok, and the Internet is so appreciative.

Maddi’s dad began to take over her social media early in November, so her followers could expect “some amazing posts, photos and short videos from her dad”. On November 11, Larry, Maddi’s dad, had already begun his funny performance to embarrass his teen daughter, by posting a selfie(自拍), titled “Felt cute. Might delete later”. But that was only the beginning, and by her dad's third post, the teen was already begging him to take away her phone for a month.

“After the first day, Maddi changed her mind and wanted to choose the one month,” the girl’s mother Tawnya couldn’t help laughing when interviewed by TODAY.com. “Larry told her, ‘No. I’m too fascinated. I have too many ideas. We’re sticking with the two weeks.’ He’s loving it. I think he’s gonna make his own TikTok account(账号) when this is over.”

From posing in a tight top and wearing a blonde wig(假发), to ballet dance, it seemed like there was nothing the 43-year-old daddy wouldn’t do to entertain, and Maddi’s friends and social media followers were attracted.

Over the two weeks, Madddi’s Instagram fans jumped from around 2,700 to 12,700, at the time of this writing, so she should probably thank her dad for the punishment. The only question is, can she continue Dad’s style? She’ll have to try, as many of her social media followers are already asking her to “bring Dad back”.

“We’re always down to embarrass our kids!” Tawnya Ford said; adding that her husband often picks up their kids from school dressed as Donald Duck.

1. Why did Maddi let her dad use her TikTok?

A．She wanted to share with him.

B．She wanted to amaze her fans.

C．She had wasted too much time.

D．She had broken the family rule.

2. What made Maddi change her mind after the first day?

A．Her fans, expectation.

B．Her mother’s words.

C．Her dad’s funny posts.

D．Her addiction to the Internet.

3. How did Maddi’s mother sound when speaking to the interviewer?

A．Stressed and serious.	B．Excited and Proud.
C．Nervous and anxious.	D．Relaxed and amused.

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

A．The Result of Dad’s Punishment

B．Maddi’s Two -Week Offline Life

C．Dad Helps Daughter Gain Fans

D．Dad Took over Daughter’s TikTok

7 . During this pandemic period, I have been trying to learn new skills and fun activities. However, after I _________ 18 and a half, my favorite thing to do has been to go out and _________ . So I took the California Driver’s Education _________ over the summer and studied hard for my test. I read handbooks and rules, took practice tests online and had my family _________ me on every topic. My hard work_________, as I passed the test and received my learner permit. But this permit _________that I drive with an adult in the car, so my dad has been teaching me the_________of the road and how to drive.

I find it is _________to drive on the streets with other_________, so I have been mainly practicing in big, __________parking lots. I have had to learn how to__________ the engine, use my turn signal, step on the gas and__________when needed and how to operate the steering wheel （方向盘） __________ . I have found it difficult to __________all of these things at once. It still makes me__________to get behind the wheel, but I know it will become easier over time with__________ .

Right now, I’m learning to be __________of cars and objects around me because driving is a huge __________ , and you don’t want anyone to get__________ . Before I get my driver license, I have to drive for 50 hours and be completely comfortable__________ . I can’t wait to drive myself to college in the future!

1.

A．waited

B．passed

C．turned

D．wasted

2.

A．travel

B．drive

C．play

D．learn

3.

A．position

B．school

C．Job

D．course

4.

A．mention

B．quiz

C．measure

D．accompany

5.

A．paid off

B．took off

C．got over

D．gave away

6.

A．suggests

B．promises

C．requires

D．agrees

7.

A．changes

B．conditions

C．directions

D．rules

8.

A．exciting

B．scary

C．easy

D．interesting

9.

A．drivers

B．teenagers

C．trainees

D．passengers

10.

A．free

B．busy

C．empty

D．remote

11.

A．protect

B．repair

C．start

D．cool

12.

A．brake

B．rest

C．whistle

D．call

13.

A．slightly

B．suddenly

C．quickly

D．correctly

14.

A．manage

B．accept

C．remember

D．understand

15.

A．curious

B．nervous

C．tired

D．confused

16.

A．patience

B．practice

C．accumulation

D．belief

17.

A．proud

B．afraid

C．aware

D．fond

18.

A．program

B．business

C．task

D．responsibility

19.

A．hurt

B．caught

C．burnt

D．punished

20.

A．on the way

B．in the classroom

C．on the Internet

D．behind the wheel

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。

Robert was a carpenter (木匠). He was living in a village. His mother died a long time ago. His aged father, Kuppan, lived with Robert. Kuppan was very weak. He could not even walk well. He was so weak because Robert did not give him enough food.

Robert had a son. His name was Michael. Michael was just ten years old. He was a very good boy. He loved his grandfather. He had great respect for his grandfather. We did not like his father’s attitude and character to his grandfather, because his father was treating his grandfather cruelly. One day Kuppan was eating his food in the small plate that his son had given to him. The plate fell and broke into pieces. The food also fell on the floor. Robert was working at the other end of the room. He saw the broken plate. He was very angry with his father and used very sharp words to blame his father. The old man felt bad about what happened. He was sorry for his mistake. Robert’s words wounded him very deeply.

Michael saw this. But he was afraid to speak against his father. He was sad about his grandfather. But he was not powerful to stand in support of his grandfather. Then he got an idea.

Paragraph 1

The next day, Michael took some of his father’s tools and a piece of wood.

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Paragraph 2

The carpenter was pretty shocked to hear that.

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9 . 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。

During festive occasions we often see a “lion”     1    (crazy) shake its head, twist ears and scratch cheeks, accompanied with the sounds of gongs (锣) as well as drum beats. This traditional lion dance,     2     (list) as a national intangible culture heritage in 2016, dates from the Three Kingdoms period (220-280). It’s been one of the     3     (well) known among so many arts.

Breathtaking though, this challenging art can never     4     (perform) easily. Dancing on poles shows far more than just caution and     5     (brave). There’re 21 poles between 1.2 m and 2.5 m high, with up to 1.8 m in between. Any single false step leads to these dancers falling to the ground below.     6    they don’t practise together every move hard enough, they end up sweating all over in vain.

Still, to younger generations, this ancient art seems less appealing than before. Besides funding, coaches are difficult to find, and that is     7    it has become tougher for lion dancers to survive. Yet, nothing can ever keep them     8     going forward. “We’re all struggling     9     (pass) on the heritage,” Deng Minghua, a national inheritor of the cultural heritage,     10     (say) in an interview last week.

10 . Joella and Joanna are 20-year-old twins. On April 6, Joella _________ ,on Facebook that Joanna was suffering Leukemia, a type of cancer that _________ the blood and bone marrow （髓）. And she _________ shaved her head alongside her twin sister in a moving video, which has since gone viral.

_________ COVID-19 lockdown （封城）, Joanna was forced to begin her chemotherapy treatments alone in the hospital. ''Without her family there to _________ her hand and wipe her tears when she needs it," Joella said in the _________ . “The only contact we had with her was through video calls and messages," Joella shared. ''It is a(n） _________ time for my family but especially for my _________ "

When Joanna made the difficult decision to shave her head to make her _________ easier, Joella ____________ her sister by doing the same. "I couldn't let her ____________ it alone so I decided we'll do it together just like everything else we've done together in this ____________" Joella explained. " I ____________ you so much, my beautiful sister. You are a fighter and we’ll fight this battle together."

The ____________ video, which shows the entire family hugging and wiping away each other's tears as both sisters have their heads shaved, has been ____________ by 11 million times, plus more than 140.000 ____________ from well-wishers around the globe. "Your sister is strong and beautiful," said one ____________ . “She will fight this and win."

Joella later ____________ a photo of the two sisters smiling, looking ____________ with their newly shaven heads. "My first best friend," she ____________ the picture. "By your side through it all."

1.

A．landed

B．found

C．announced

D．focused

2.

A．absorbs

B．affects

C．cleans

D．thickens

3.

A．regretfully

B．painfully

C．hesitantly

D．bravely

4.

A．Duc to

B．According to

C．Regardless of

D．Rather than

5.

A．lift

B．give

C．shake

D．hold

6.

A．letter

B．video

C．interview

D．hospital

7.

A．special

B．hard

C．important

D．happy

8.

A．head .

B．hair

C．sister

D．mother

9.

A．treatments

B．achievements

C．feelings

D．movements

10.

A．called

B．supported

C．promised

D．accompanied

11.

A．go through with

B．come up with

C．get down to

D．go in for

12.

A．case

B．aspect

C．life

D．campaign

13.

A．love

B．envy

C．pity

D．appreciate

14.

A．amusing

B．exciting

C．amazing

D．touching

15.

A．noticed

B．answered

C．collected

D．viewed

16.

A．visits

B．suggestions

C．presents

D．comments

17.

A．user

B．customer

C．patient

D．doctor

18.

A．sent

B．took

C．shared

D．compared

19.

A．nervous

B．happy

C．shy

D．embarrassed

20.

A．signed

B．mentioned

C．captioned

D．described