1 . 假如你是李华，世界读书日即将到来，你校将于本月底举行一次以“Let’s Read”为主题的演讲比赛。请根据以下内容写一篇演讲稿：
1.读书的重要性：
①读书丰富我们的知识；
②读书拓宽我们的视野；
③读书帮助我们解决问题。
2.呼吁大家多读书，读好书。
注意：1.词数不少于80；
2.可适当增加内容，以使行文连贯。
参考词汇：丰富 enrich；拓宽视野 broaden the horizon
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2 . Discovering your passion is a journey of self-exploration and understanding. It involves delving into your innermost thoughts and feelings to find what truly ignites (点燃) your spark.     1    .

Reflect on your experiences

Look back on your life and identify moments that have brought you joy, fulfillment, or a sense of purpose. Think about the activities, people, or causes that have excited you in the past.     2    .

    3    

Experiment with new hobbies, skills, or activities. Try something that piques (激起) your curiosity or that you’ve always been interested in but never had the chance to explore. This could be anything from learning a new language to taking up a sport or trying an artistic medium.

Listen to your emotions

    4    . What activities or moments make you feel alive, excited, or fulfilled? What causes your heart to race or your eyes to sparkle? These are clues to your passion.

Surround yourself with supportive people

Seek out individuals who are passionate about their lives and who can inspire and encourage you. Surround yourself with a supportive network of friends, family, or mentors who can provide guidance and encouragement on your journey.

Embrace failure and setbacks

Discovering your passion isn’t always a smooth process.     5    . Don’t let these discourage you. Embrace the challenges and learn from them. Use them as opportunities to grow and refine your understanding of what truly ignites your passion.

A．Explore your interests

B．Take an active role in developing your habits

C．You may encounter failure, setbacks, or even doubts

D．Find something that can really piques your curiosity

E．The following are tips to help you discover your passion

F．Pay attention to the emotions you experience throughout your day

G．These experiences can provide clues to what might ignite your passion

3 . I worked part-time at a school teaching some children English in my college years. After _______, I decided to find a full-time teaching position.

This past Friday I had my first official job interview. I was very _______ before going to it. What if I did not know how to answer a question or couldn’t answer it _______? The thought of being interviewed soon was scary.

To do well in the job interview, I _______ the frequently asked questions and the ways to best answer them online. _______, I was still afraid that I couldn’t do well. As a result, I went to visit my teacher to seek _________ about interviewing.

My teacher provided me with useful guidance that made me _______. He said, “Connect with the interviewer and just be yourself. You know what you know; don’t _______ that you know something you don’t.” I loved his suggestion because it was _______and realistic. So often, people __________ to pretend that they have had experience or known everything.

During the interview, I simply reflected on my previous __________, the lessons I was good at, the relationships I had with my students, colleagues, and parents, etc. This allowed me to not only __________my personal examples quickly and effectively, but also   __________   how my opinions and passions as an educator were translated into action.

The whole __________ went very well, with satisfying ____________ of course.

1.

A．adaptation

B．operation

C．hesitation

D．graduation

2.

A．proud

B．innocent

C．eager

D．nervous

3.

A．occasionally

B．correctly

C．repeatedly

D．carefully

4.

A．answered

B．avoided

C．posted

D．researched

5.

A．Instead

B．Therefore

C．However

D．Otherwise

6.

A．advice

B．news

C．clues

D．records

7.

A．watch out

B．calm down

C．show up

D．move away

8.

A．recall

B．regret

C．pretend

D．forget

9.

A．complicated

B．changeable

C．ridiculous

D．reasonable

10.

A．afford

B．attempt

C．hate

D．refuse

11.

A．experiences

B．mistakes

C．recommendations

D．procedures

12.

A．improve

B．protect

C．share

D．invent

13.

A．express

B．wonder

C．expect

D．investigate

14.

A．process

B．presence

C．argument

D．assignment

15.

A．advertisements

B．results

C．explanations

D．purposes

4 . The Best Bike Tours in Barcelona

Street Art Tour

Duration: 3 hours

Your ride for the day is a beautiful handmade bamboo bicycle that will make you stand out among other cyclists! You can explore the colorful legacy (遗产) of street art and graffiti (涂鸦) in the Catalan capital, most of which can be found in the former industrial district of Poblenou.

Intimate E-Bike Tour with Tapas & Wine

Duration: 2.5 hours

Fancy a glass of wine in the very bar where Picasso staged his first art exhibition and the Spanish poet Federico Garcia Lorca hung out with his friends? On this small-group tour, you’ll not only enjoy a wonderful bike ride around Barcelona’s Old Town but also get to stop for wine tasting at the famous Els 4Gats café restaurant, which first opened in 1897.

Hidden Parks & Playas Tour

Duration: 3 hours

The Hidden Parks & Playas Tour is a relaxed trip through the fashionable and relaxing district in Barcelona, which is full of urban parks and enjoys a long stretch of golden beaches. It is perfect for a cool afternoon cycle.

Gaudi E-Bike Tour

Duration: 4 hours

You can’t leave Barcelona without visiting Gaudi’s Park Guell. So why not jump on the only bike tour that takes you there? The park is packed with interesting features and the views over the city are exciting. That’s just the tip of the iceberg of this Gaudi Life & Legacy Tour that takes you to all of the architect’s greatest works, from his unfinished masterpiece, the Sagrada Família (unmissable!), to the UNESCO-listed mansions (大厦)Casa Milà and Casa Batlló.

1. What is special about the Street Art Tour?

A．It has the shortest duration.	B．It contains two different tour options.
C．It offers wonderful natural landscapes.	D．It provides handmade bicycles for riders.

2. What can you do during the Intimate E-Bike Tour with Tapas & Wine?

A．Visit Picasso’ s art exhibition at any time.	B．Tour the beautiful Spanish countryside.
C．Stop at a historic restaurant for wine tasting.	D．Attend the event honoring poet Federico.

3. Which tour may appeal to people crazy about impressive buildings?

A．Street Art Tour.	B．Gaudi E-Bike Tour.
C．Hidden Parks & Playas Tour.	D．Intimate E-Bike Tour with Tapas & Wine.

5 . Why does the man prefer using a motorbike?

A．It’s always faster.

B．It’s easier to park.

C．It’s much safer.

6 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What sport did the man use to play?

A．Basketball.

B．Volleyball.

C．American football.

2. What does the man think of American football?

A．It’s exciting.

B．It’s confusing.

C．It’s easy.

3. Why does the woman suggest watching the team from Oakland?

A．She thinks highly of the trainer.

B．Their live games are shown online.

C．The players are the best.

7 . The title of “Aaron’s younger brother” was given to me at the age of six. It was a label stuck to me and all people had to do was to refer to the imaginary label and they would know how to address me. I wanted to defeat Aaron, whose fame had reduced me to a nameless tennis player. Then the day eventually approached.

As I shook Aaron's hand at the start of the match, I stared at him with determination. “I’m going to beat you today.” I gathered the confidence to claim over the outcome of the match. Aaron laughed carelessly as he turned his back towards me. For a brief moment, I regretted that display of over-confidence.

I nervously shifted my weight from one foot to the other. The tennis court seemed to stretch out further than usual. My sweaty hands tightened around my racket (球拍) — the fifth one passed down to me from Aaron.We entered into a heated fight. I was persevering as expected, and I was not sure how long it would take before I withdrew. We were down to the last round, neck and neck in points. I made a mistake, then Aaron leaped up, stretching his arm out. The sun cast his image over me, reminding me that I would always be walking in his shadow if I couldn’t prove myself.

I readied myself for the finishing blow, images of Aaron’s past matches flooding through my mind. I recalled the habit of his hit in the World Tennis Tournament, extending my arm to the left in anticipation of where the ball was going to land. The ball made contact with my racket and was lobbed(吊高球) over Aaron’s head. He could do nothing but witness his undefeated status being erased by his younger brother.

While I was still enjoying the unfamiliar feeling of victory, a man whom I recognised from a professional club approached me.“What is your name, son?” he asked. A smile spread across my face.

1. What used to trouble the writer?

A．The longing for recognition.	B．The eagerness to bear labels.
C．The desire to be a tennis player.	D．The hardship of physical training.

2. How did the writer feel at the beginning of the match?

A．Defeated.

B．Anxious.

C．Optimistic.

D．Honored.

3. What can we learn about Aaron from paragraph 4?

A．He adopted his usual trick in the match.

B．He purchased a tennis racket for the writer.

C．He had an obvious advantage in the last round.

D．He withdrew from the World Tennis Tournament.

4. Which is the best title for the text?

A．The Price for One Mistake	B．From Nobody to Somebody
C．Why Brotherhood Matters	D．Aaron's Last-minute Victory

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is Sally doing?

A．Sharing her experience.

B．Hosting a program.

C．Seeking advice.

2. What do we know about Sally?

A．She doesn't eat meat.

B．She wants to look fitter.

C．She likes reading cookbooks.

3. What costs Fred $40?

A．A meal.

B．A book.

C．A course.

4. What has Fred been for four years?

A．A chef.

B．A vegetarian.

C．A restaurant owner.

9 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. How long did it take the speaker to get from Perth to Sydney?

A．Over 30 minutes.

B．Around 1.5 hours.

C．About 4 hours.

2. In which season was the UK when the speaker visited Sydney?

A．Summer.

B．Autumn.

C．Winter.

3. What shocked the speaker?

A．That people in Australia eat lunch outdoors.

B．That the journey from the UK to Australia is quite long.

C．That Australians love having barbecues on many occasions.

4. What did the speaker's friend from university do for him?

A．She showed him around the town.

B．She booked him a return ticket.

C．She translated for him.

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

A．Monday.

B．Wednesday.

C．Thursday.

2. Where is it mild with some light rain today?

A．In the west.

B．In the north.

C．In the south.

3. What’s the weather like in the northwest on Thursday?

A．Cloudy and windy.

B．Windy and rainy.

C．Mild with light rain.

4. When will it be clear throughout the country?

A．On Friday.

B．On Saturday.

C．On Sunday.