1 . Mother Teresa was born in Skopje on August 27, 1901. Her father worked in a store. Her family was not rich, but it was a happy family. She went to school when she was seven years old. She said that she had wanted to be a Missionary (传教士) when she was only 12. She took part in a nun (修女) organization when she was 18 years old. In 1928, she was sent to a church school to teach. But she left the school and went out to help the people who suffered from hunger and cold in 1946. Then she left the nun organization and set up a school in the open to accept the children who had no home.

She set up a nun organization in 1950. Now the organization is an international organization with 3500 nuns to accept the refugees (难民). She got the Noble Peace Prize in 1979. But she contributed all of the money to the poor people and the patients who suffered from illnesses. Also she sold the medal to help the people who needed help. We won’t forget the great woman, who looks like a sunshine and is the hero of the world!

1. In which year did Mother Teresa say that she wanted to be a Missionary?

A．1908.

B．1913.

C．1928.

D．1946.

2. For what kind of children was the school she set up?

A．Sick children.

B．Small children.

C．Homeless children.

D．Rich children.

3. What can be learned from the article?

A．Mother Teresa used to be a teacher in a church school.

B．Mother Teresa was born into a rich and happy family.

C．Mother Teresa set up a church for homeless children.

D．Mother Teresa worked hard to support her own family.

4. How did Mother Teresa deal with the medal of the Noble Peace Prize?

A．She sold it to buy a new house.	B．She kept it in a museum.
C．She contributed it to an organization.	D．She sold it to help people in need.

2 . Step into Some of the Most Magical Places That Sell Books

Many bookshops hold events such as author readings, and the booksellers are usually happy to help visitors find their perfect title. To celebrate bookshops, here are some of the most interesting ones around the UK.

Tales on Moon Lane

This shop won Children’s Bookseller of the Year at The British Book Awards in 2020 and 2021. There are now two branches (分店) in London and one in Ramsgate, Kent. Tamara Macfarlane, the owner says, “The true magic of a bookshop is that the people who work there hold all the golden tickets ----and all you have to do to get one is just ask for some advice.”

Richard Booth Bookshop

The Welsh town of Hay-on-Wye is famous for its bookshops. Richard Booth was the person responsible for turning the small market town into a literary (文学的) destination. He opened his first bookshop in the town’s old fire station in 1962 and it is still there today.

How Brave Is the Wren

This is a mobile bookshop and tours the country visiting schools, festivals and markets. Jenny Moore, who creates and runs the mobile bookshop, says that one of the best parts of her job is selecting books to send out.

Bags of Books

This store in Lewes, England, aims to inspire young people. Owner Rachel Givertz and supervisor Nika Pavlinic say their favourite part of the job is “when people come back to tell you they loved the book you recommended”. They say if you’re feeling sad or angry, books can take you away from reality for a little while.

1. Which of the following won Children’s Bookseller of the Year in 2021?

A．Richard Booth Bookshop	B．How Brave Is the Wren
C．Tales on Moon Lane	D．Bags of Books

2. Who opened the bookshop in an old fire station?

A．Jenny Moore	B．Richard Booth
C．Rachel Givertz	D．Tamara Macfarlane

3. What do we know about How Brave Is the Wren?

A．It has many branches.	B．It was opened in 1962．
C．It welcomes kids and teens only.	D．It can travel to different places.

3 . Known as kung fu in the West, Chinese martial arts come in many forms. From aunties in the park to Shaolin monks (和尚), everyone is, in fact, practicing kung fu.

Tai chi

Tai chi, or Taijiquan as it is more commonly known, is perhaps more connected with aunties in the park than with powerful martial artists. But tai chi is practiced for both its health benefits and as defense training. Tai chi features its slow movements. Meeting brute force (蛮劲) with brute force is sure to leave both sides injured. Meeting brute force with softness, however, allows the incoming force to exhaust itself so it can more easily be redirected.

Wing Chun

Like tai chi, Wing Chun is based on a philosophy of overcoming hardness by softness. Relaxation and calmness are central to Wing Chun’s fighting style. Wing Chun’s two most famous practitioners were Yip Man and his pupil, Bruce Lee.

Bajiquan

Bajiquan, meaning eight extreme fists, is much more forceful in style than tai chi or Wing Chun. It features explosive, short-range motions and is famous for its elbow and shoulder strikes. The first practitioner clearly identified in history was a man named Wu Zhong.

Sanda

Sanda, also known as Sanshou, is a mixture of traditional kung fu and modern combat practices. Sanda is believed to have originated from ancient Chinese Lei Tai fights. As part of the development of martial arts sports by the Chinese government, a standard curriculum (课程) for Sanda has been developed.

1. What do tai chi and Wing Chun have in common?

A．They have many ageing fans.	B．They rely on soft movements.
C．They belong to defense training.	D．They are famous for their practitioners.

2. What is the characteristic of Bajiquan?

A．Its long history.	B．Its explosive motions.
C．Its violent strikes.	D．Its extreme requirements.

3. What did Sanda develop from?

A．Lei Tai fights.	B．A standard curriculum.
C．Traditional practices.	D．A philosophic thought.

4 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How will Helen get to Chicago?

A．By rail.

B．By plane.

C．By car.

2. Where did Helen and Lisa first meet?

A．At a swimming pool.

B．At Lisa’s house.

C．At a camp.

3. What do Helen and Lisa both like doing?

A．Going skiing.

B．Collecting stamps.

C．Listening to music.

5 . When did the woman come to the US?

A．In 1973.

B．In 1975.

C．In 1977.

6 . The English channel of school radio station will choose some students to work there.

Reporters wanted

Do you like talking with people? Do you like meeting interesting people? We want two reporters for our station. If you’re good at English speaking and writing, please join us. If you want to get more information, please call Miss Li at 89561423.

A newsreader wanted

If your spoken English is good, you can work as a newsreader. We need a girl student who has a good voice. You should work at 9:00-9:30 in the morning from Monday to Thursday. You can call Miss Zhu at 89561424. Join us! We are waiting for you!

1. How many students does the radio station want?

A．One.

B．Two.

C．Three.

D．Four.

2. Lucy is interested in talking with people, so she can call ______.

A．89561423

B．89561424

C．89561425

D．89561426

3. The newsreaders in the school radio station don’t have to work on ______.

A．Mondays

B．Wednesdays

C．Thursdays

D．Fridays

7 . What is “couscous”?

A．A new hotel.

B．A kind of food.

C．A close relative.

8 . Where is the music store?

A．On this block.

B．Two blocks away.

C．On the next block.

9 . You have a story to tell and pass on — Start today! Your memories and legacy will inspire and enrich others. LifeStories.com guides you in writing your life story. Our goal is to help you build a bridge from you to future generations and transform the lives at both ends. This easy, creative, comprehensive and a fun website allows you to:

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Capture your memories and write your life story using questions. We provide over 1,000 questions to help you! These questions help stimulate your memory and cover your different life stages. You can answer all of them or just a partial list.

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Invite others to read your story AND they can add content to your story. It’s easy and fun to do. After all life is about those experiences and events with others. So invite them to enrich your story.

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Your journey is something beautiful to share with your family and friends. Really… is there anything more important to pass on to generations that follow? Your Life and Your Story will be honored and treasured for generations to come.

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1. What is the advertisement for?

A．Teaching learners to build websites.

B．Selling the famous writers’ story books.

C．Assisting readers to write life stories.

D．Providing students with reading materials.

2. How many methods are mentioned to better life stories in the text?

A．Three.

B．Four.

C．Five.

D．Seven.

3. Which of the following can be enjoyed by payment?

A．Registering to become learners.

B．Going over the guiding questions.

C．Seeing the chapters of your book.

D．Sharing your answers with others.

10 . Paris, the capital of France, has some attractive bridges. These are four of the most beautiful bridges in Paris: some in iconic (标志性的) places you’ve seen in the movies, and others in quiet places that you’ll delight in discovering.

Pont des Arts

Connecting the Louvre Museum to the Institut de France, the Pont des Arts, first built by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1804 and reconstructed in the 1970s, is a bridge only for people walking that is beloved by tourists and locals alike. In the spring and summer months, Parisians and visitors come here for lazy picnics overlooking the Seine.

Pont Marle

This lovely but little-known bridge is a gateway between the Marais district on the right bank and a natural island on the Seine River. The current stone structure dates to around 1670, following a fire on its wooden structure that destroyed much of the original bridge and the houses that once stood on it. It has remained much the same since the 18th century, making it one of Paris’ oldest bridges.

Pont Alexandre Ⅲ

The Pont Alexandre Ⅲ is probably the most attractive of Paris’ many bridges. Built between 1896 and 1900, it connects the des Invalides with the gardens of the Petit Palais. It’s after dark that you can best appreciate its delicate statues and other decorative elements.

Pont Neuf

First built in 1578 by King Henry Ⅲ, Pont Neuf has seen numerous reconstructions and changes over the centuries. But it conserves its Roman-inspired arch (拱形) structures. This is a lovely bridge that offers easy and picturesque access to the left and right bank. Have some ice cream, explore the lovely riverside paths and enjoy views of Notre Dame Cathedral.

1. What is special about the Pont des Arts?

A．It has been rebuilt many times.	B．It is one of Paris’ oldest bridges.
C．It is a bridge only for people walking.	D．It is the most attractive bridge in Paris.

2. Which is the oldest among the four bridges?

A．Pont des Arts.	B．Pont Marie.
C． Pont Alexandre Ⅲ	D．Pont Neuf.

3. Where is the text probably from?

A．A guidebook.	B．A health magazine.
C．A news report.	D．A book review.