1 . On the final day of my second year of high school, I was hit in the face with a baseball bat. Shocked and
When I finally woke up, I discovered that I had lost my ability to
But my
The turning point came two years after my injury when I began
Finally, I managed to become a college athlete. Now, despite my hard high school years, I have started to rebuild my
| A．interested | B．confused | C．disappointed | D．motivated |
| A．proudly | B．carefully | C．seriously | D．nervously |
| A．choose | B．receive | C．exercise | D．save |
| A．longer | B．sooner | C．earlier | D．later |
| A．significant | B．small | C．familiar | D．common |
| A．corner | B．campus | C．field | D．square |
| A．return | B．letter | C．answer | D．key |
| A．watching | B．playing | C．admiring | D．seeking |
| A．effort | B．expectation | C．desire | D．anxiety |
| A．ashamed | B．relaxed | C．puzzled | D．excited |
| A．a business | B．high school | C．a course | D．college |
| A．disappear | B．record | C．improve | D．remember |
| A．tried | B．hung | C．worked | D．dropped |
| A．basketball | B．volleyball | C．football | D．baseball |
| A．confidence | B．experience | C．creativity | D．fortune |
2 . With more free time after completing her examinations, Rachel, a 16-year-old student of the School of Science and Technology, Singapore, decided to bake for friends and family. She was surprised when they came back with a lot of positive
Then she read some
Last year, she started making and selling the Bear Cookie and gave most of the
So far, Rachel has
“It can be really
| A．changes | B．comments | C．effects | D．measures |
| A．interesting | B．frightening | C．disappointing | D．heartwarming |
| A．inspired | B．persuaded | C．required | D．forced |
| A．debts | B．earnings | C．products | D．salaries |
| A．experiments | B．clubs | C．meetings | D．projects |
| A．exchange | B．attract | C．combine | D．support |
| A．spent | B．raised | C．wasted | D．counted |
| A．confusing | B．tiring | C．satisfying | D．exciting |
| A．teachers | B．employers | C．customers | D．producers |
| A．gave out | B．gave in | C．gave away | D．gave up |
| A．education | B．books | C．technology | D．cookies |
| A．break | B．touch | C．open | D．steal |
| A．offer | B．receive | C．complete | D．guarantee |
| A．strongly | B．hardly | C．excitedly | D．easily |
| A．school | B．family | C．society | D．charity |
3 . If you think of a game of fetch, you might picture a dog running back and forth, eagerly recovering a ball. But a new study shows that they’re not the only pets that like the game: Cats play fetch, too, just on their own unique terms.
The researchers discovered almost 1,000 owners of 1,154 cats to find out if and why. According to their findings, nearly 95% of the cat owners reported that their cats fetched items naturally. One respondent said his cat returned the toy completely for no reason.
Fetching was mainly first noticed when cats were under I year old. What’s more, “cats who fetch largely determine when they engage in fetching activities and actively influence the play behavior of their owners,” according to the study. “So, it can say a bit about cats being in control of their interactions and being in control of their environments, even being in control of us. You might even go so far to say,” says Jemma Forman, the co-author of the study.
But the motivation for cats to fetch objects seems to be different from that for dogs. Cats are more likely to play on their own with objects similar to prey (猎物). For dogs, play is more social, involving either another dog or human.
In general, play has major advantages for both the pet and the owner, as it not only helps to prevent attack towards, the owner, but also models the act of preying on real animals, an important kind of play behavior. “So even if your cat doesn’t play fetch, obviously it’s a really good idea to try and engage them in any sort of play. Play does have a lot of benefits,” says Forman. “It’s about owner acceptance to your fur baby,” she says.
1. Why does the author mention dogs in Paragraph 1?| A．To offer basic information of dogs. |
| B．To make an outline for the passage. |
| C．To introduce the topic of the passage. |
| D．To conclude the meaning of the topic. |
| A．By raising questions. | B．By listing data. |
| C．By making a comparison. | D．By offering an example. |
| A．A social action. | B．A learning process. |
| C．A serious task. | D．A preying activity. |
| A．Cats Play Fetch, Too | B．Train Cats to Fetch |
| C．New Findings on Dogs | D．Dogs Play Fetch, Too |
4 . “What kind of rubbish are you?” This question might normally cause anger, but in Shanghai it has brought about weary groans over the past week. On July 1st, the city introduced strict trash-sorting regulations that are expected to be used as a model for our country. Residents must divide their waste into four separate categories and toss it into specific public bins. They must do so at scheduled times, when monitors are present to ensure compliance (服 从) and to inquire into the nature of one’s rubbish.
Violators face the prospect of fines and worse. They could be hit with fines of up to 200 yuan ($29). For repeat violators, the city can add black marks to their credit records, making it harder for them to obtain bank loans or even buy train tickets.
Shanghai authorities are responding to an obvious environmental problem. It generates 9 million tons of garbage a year, more than London’s annual output and rising quickly. But like other cities in China, it lacks a recycling system. Instead, it has relied on trash pickers to sift through the waste, plucking out whatever can be reused. This has limits. As people get wealthier, fewer of them want to do such dirty work. The waste, meanwhile, just keeps piling up. China churns out 80 billion pairs of disposable chopsticks a year.
Many residents appear to support the idea of recycling in general but are frustrated by the details. Rubbish must be divided according to whether it is food, recyclable, dry or hazardous (有害的), the distinctions among which can be confusing, though there are apps to help work it out. Some have complained about the rules surrounding food waste. They must put it straight in the required public bin, forcing them to tear open plastic bags and toss it by hand. Most annoying are the short windows for dumping trash, typically a couple of hours, morning and evening. Along with the monitors at the bins, this means that people go at around the same time and can keep an eye on what is being thrown out; no one wants to look bad.
1. Which definition fits the underlined word “Violators” in Paragraph 2 most?| A．People who don’t sort the waste. |
| B．People who don’t inquire about the nature of rubbish. |
| C．People who don’t follow the regulations. |
| D．People who don’t throw the trash on time. |
| A．Short scheduled time for throwing away the trash. |
| B．Complicated distinctions among the four categories of trash. |
| C．Being observed by monitors when tossing the garbage. |
| D．Being fined for improper behaviors. |
| A．Doubtful | B．Neutral. | C．Indifferent. | D．Sympathetic. |
| A．A Restart of Trash-sorting |
| B．What Kind of Rubbish Are You |
| C．A New Time of Garbage Classification |
| D．A Recycling System Is Needed in Shanghai |
Nowadays about one
With a history of 4000 years, the Spring Festival has continued all the way to today and it has spread
6 . Andrea Lankford quit her job after spending 12 years as a National Park Service forester specializing in search and rescue missions in scenic and remote American landscapes. However, decades later, three young hikers went missing on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). She found herself unable to turn away from the three separate cases despite challenges in the inquiry into them.
Trail of the Lost was her answer.
It’s an absorbing nonfiction narrative (叙事) about the three hikers, including their lives and those of the people looking for them. It also explores the history of the PCT and the rich subculture, practices and even literature that surround it and those who undertake the 2,650-mile journey.
The book is a rich multilayered narrative that works on three different levels. The first is the story of each of the three hikers. Lankford offers a biography (传记) of each of the missing men and shows them through the eyes of those who knew them well and those who joined the search.
Right underneath the narratives about the three hikers are the stories of everyone looking for them. Lankford played a role in each search but she allowed friends, family and even strangers to occupy center stage throughout most of the narrative. The story looks at the role of missing person Facebook groups in the searches and how crucial word of mouth can be. Many warm-hearted individuals came forth and became instrumental in the searches or provided valuable information. But Lankford also writes of the many who lied for no apparent reason and confused the investigations.
The narrative also shines a light on diverse aspects of the PCT. Lankford, who has hiked the entire Appalachian Trail and was the first person to mountain bike the 800-mile Arizona Trail, knows just how the PCT is physically and mentally demanding. Besides, the book explores threats from mountain lions to people with bad intentions who don’t observe the PCT’s unspoken moral rules, serving as a revelation of the well-known, hidden or ignored dangers of the PCT.
Written with a clear, fast-paced, straightforward style, Trail of the Lost is as full of hope and humanity as it is packed with pain, sorrow, danger and tension. Read it and you’ll find more than you seek.
1. What led Lankford to write Trail of the Lost?| A．Her love for her prior career. |
| B．Her strong attachment to the PCT. |
| C．The stress from the missing families. |
| D．Her investigation into hikers’ disappearance. |
| A．Efforts by different people in searches. |
| B．A string of wilderness survival tips. |
| C．Approaches to information classification. |
| D．Respective stories of the three hikers. |
| A．To promote her book. |
| B．To make her a celebrity. |
| C．To motivate hikers to challenge themselves. |
| D．To stress the difficulty of hiking the PCT. |
| A．It targets single youth. |
| B．It’s a romantic novel. |
| C．It’s based on actual events. |
| D．It’s a detailed account of a journey. |
7 . There are many amazing trails (路线) around the world that allow us to get close to nature. We will introduce four of the best hiking trails in the world here.
The Inca Trail, Peru
The Inca Trail to Macchu Picchu is considered one of the greatest hikes in South America. The Inca Trail is a guided three-day trip in Peru. The views of snowy mountain tops, great rivers, and cloud forests there are unforgettable. It also offers a chance to learn the rich history of the Inca empire in Peru.
The Dingle Way, Ireland
If you want to experience the beauty of Ireland, the Dingle Way trail is a great choice.
This trail can be completed in about eight days. Starting in the town of Tralee, the path follows narrow roads and offers great views of Inch Strand, a beautiful sandy beach.
Monteverde Cloud Forest, Costa Rica
It is known for its wide variety of creatures, which will make you have the chance to see the unique birds, bats and bears up close with a six-day hike. The high cloud forest with amazing plants is the perfect place to explore the trail. It has a series of well-marked paths that are great for an easy walk.
Armenia & the Silk Road
Armenia is known for its beautiful natural landscapes, and the best way to explore them is on foot. The Armenia & the Silk Road trip is an eleven-day adventure that takes you through some of the country's most beautiful routes.
1. What can people experience along the Inca Trail?| A．Great views and rich history. |
| B．Narrow roads and a sandy beach. |
| C．Well-marked paths and an easy walk. |
| D．Various creatures and the high cloud forest. |
| A．Different clouds. | B．A pine forest. |
| C．Well-designed paths. | D．Attractive animals and plants. |
| A．The Inca Trail. | B．Armenia & the Silk Road. |
| C．The Dingle Way. | D．Monteverde Cloud Forest. |
8 . Splendid straw-made miniatures (缩微模型) of classic ancient buildings decorate Xu Jian’s home. They range from the Yellow Crane Tower to Forbidden City’s turrets. They are all full of details and delicately crafted, tied and arranged by Xu’s hands from countless sorghum straws (高粱杆).
The craft involves carving grooves (沟槽) into the sorghum straws, before multiple straws are locked together through those identically sized grooves, Xu says, adding that the sorghum straw art requires a great deal of patience, especially for works depicting ancient architecture.
Under the influence of his father Xu Yanfeng, Xu Jian got his hands on sorghum straws in childhood. He still vividly remember show his father would follow a film featuring scenes of Tiananmen Square and then note down all the details before creating a delicate miniature of it for over three years. The work was then sent to Japan for exhibition and collected by a local museum. Ever since, many of his father’s works made their way to exhibitions at home and abroad.
Xu Jian became committed to the art after he reached 19, getting into the depth of the related techniques. “My father urged me to keep in mind traditional Chinese architectural skills and the history of traditional building protections, and to apply them to my own sorghum straw artworks,” he says. Through hands-on guidance from his father, Xu Jian’s skills became increasingly proficient. While inheriting the craftsmanship from his father, Xu Jian has produced his own creative works.
To date, Xu Jian’s works have been exhibited in over 40 provincial and national-level exhibitions, earning numerous gold awards. To promote the art, Xu Jian joined hands with the School of Civil Engineering, Hebei University of Science and Technology, in 2013, and founded a sorghum straw carving and tying base where the art has been integrated with architectural courses to enhance students’ thinking and practical skills.
1. What’s the feature of Xu Jian’s miniatures?| A．They are made from rare materials. |
| B．They are skillfully created by hand. |
| C．They are sold in the Forbidden City. |
| D．They are identical to ancient buildings. |
| A．He showed great perseverance. |
| B．He was fond of watching films. |
| C．He won popularity only in China. |
| D．He attached importance to creativity. |
| A．To exhibit his artworks. | B．To assist a university. |
| C．To accommodate artists. | D．To spread craftsmanship. |
| A．Patient and innovative. | B．Generous and productive. |
| C．Caring and strong-willed. | D．Critical and open-minded. |
I’ve been a leader of a youth group in my community for a number of years. Among all those organized group activities, the kids’ favorite is called ARK night, with ARK standing for Acts of Random Kindness. A couple of times a year, on a Sunday night, we go out into our community to perform kind acts for others.
We split into small groups and complete assignments around town. One group typically goes downtown to where the homeless population is gathered and hands out sandwiches and cold water in the summer, and hand warmers and hot bread in the winter. Sometimes a group makes posters and goes to local police and fire stations to say thank you. We often have groups that visit nursing homes and hospitals to share a smile and conversation with the patients.
One time, the small group I was leading left Post-it notes with positive messages on the windshields (挡风玻璃) of all of the vehicles in the visitors’ parking lot at the hospital. The hope was that someone who was sad or worn out after visiting a patient would be cheered up by our note.
We had spent the first part of the evening in my home, with the kids writing positive messages on their Positive notes, things like “Tomorrow is another day.” “Keep smiling.” “Things will get better.” and “Have a nice day.” One girl had curvy, beautiful handwriting and she decorated the corners of her notes with pretty multi-colored hearts.
After the kids left their notes on all those cars, one girl said to me, “We didn’t see one single person. How will we know that our notes made a difference?”
“We’ll just have to trust that they did,” I said. Normally, the kids could see the reactions of the people they were helping, and I could tell they were disappointed at the lack of interaction with people during this assignment. I wondered about it, too. Would the notes cheer anyone up, or would they be thrown away like the advertisements that are sometimes left on car windshields?
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。
One day, I noticed a post by a friend of mine on Facebook.
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It was one of our Post-it notes!
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1. 比赛时间及地点；
2. 报名方式及报名截止日期；
3. 期待积极参与。
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。
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