1 . Electric Vehicles（车辆） in China

With the increasing focus on environmental protection and the need to reduce carbon emissions（排放）, electric vehicles have gained significant popularity in China. The Chinese government has been actively promoting the development and adoption of electric vehicles to address air pollution and dependency on fossil fuels. This article explores the current state and future prospects of electric vehicles in China.

One of the key advantages of electric vehicles is their zero-emission feature, which helps to improve air quality and reduce the negative impact on the environment. In addition, the government provides generous subsidies(补贴) and incentives（激励） to encourage consumers to choose electric vehicles, making them more affordable and attractive. The growing charging infrastructure（设施）network also facilitates the widespread use of electric vehicles.

However, challenges such as range anxiety, high initial costs, and charging time remain. To overcome these obstacles, continuous technological advancements are necessary to improve battery technology and charging infrastructure. Additionally, raising public awareness and changing consumer perceptions are crucial for wider acceptance of electric vehicles.

Looking ahead, the future of electric vehicles in China appears promising. As technology progresses and costs decrease, electric vehicles are expected to become more mainstream. The government's determination to achieve a greener transportation sector and the increasing consumer demand for sustainable options will drive the further growth of the electric vehicle market in China.

1. Why have electric vehicles become popular in China?

A．To reduce air pollution.	B．To increase carbon emissions.
C．To depend more on fossil fuels.	D．To make transportation more expensive.

2. What helps the widespread use of electric vehicles?

A．The growing charging infrastructure.	B．The lack of government subsidies.
C．The long charging time.	D．The high initial costs.

3. What are the challenges of electric vehicles?

A．Zero-emission.	B．Affordable prices.
C．Widespread acceptance.	D．Range anxiety and charging time.

4. What is necessary for the wider acceptance of electric vehicles?

A．Improving battery technology.	B．Decreasing charging infrastructure.
C．Lowering public awareness.	D．Changing consumer preferences.

2 . Having spent years studying people who jump out of planes and drive fast cars, as well as those who climb Qomolangma. Psychologist Frank Farley refers to the ______________ of these people as “Type T”, with the “T” standing for “thrill”.   (根据句意填空)

3 . While the Palace Museum is home to great traditional ______________, the 798 Art Zone serves as the centre of Chinese contemporary art. （根据句意填空）

4 . What is Michelle trying to do?

A．Express her thanks.

B．Give some advice.

C．Invite Henry to dinner.

5 . What will the headmaster do at 9: 00 a. m.?

A．Meet the new students.

B．Prepare for his speech.

C．Leave the school library.

6 . Who made Mike love skateboarding?

A．Catherine.

B．John.

C．Lucy.

7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What did David suggest changing at first?

A．The working plan.

B．The movie theatre.

C．The time arrangement.

2. What kind of movie does the man like best?

A．Comedy.

B．Science fiction.

C．Romance.

3. When will the speakers see a movie tonight?

A．At 6:00.

B．At 6:30.

C．At 8:00.

8 . What size boot is the woman going to try on next?

A．Size 37.

B．Size 38.

C．Size 39.

9 . Lauren Bath forces herself into the natural world by waking early each day to photograph the________sun. (根据句意单词拼写)

10 . Many people will never forget their campus life, for it gave them something important for their career. Even though it is very difficult nowadays to attend a college or university after graduating from high school, there are still a large number of reasons to go to college.

In general, college graduates make more money than people who only have a high school degree. Besides higher pay, college graduates also experience better jobs than those who haven’t graduated from college. Many employers expect their employees to have a college degree. College programs provide students with peculiar training that only higher education can offer, giving them popular and valuable qualifications (资格证书).

To deal with heavy college study, you have to be organized. Finishing several different classes is not an easy task, considering that each class covers plenty of materials. If you’re unable to stay organized, there are teachers, advisers and professors there to help you. The organization skills you’ll learn in college will help you succeed in future jobs. Whether you’re solving a math-based problem or make out the main idea of a novel, college classes train your brain to solve difficult problems and will prepare you for problems in the workplace.

Whether you grew up in a small town or in New York City, being admitted into a college or university means that you will meet a great number of new people. Your social skills will improve by communicating with them, which could help you when you enter into the job market. When you take part in classroom activities, study groups and school clubs, you are introduced to intelligent people with whom you could one day start a company or form a life-long friendship.

Study-abroad programs are offered by most colleges and universities and are seen as one of the most meaningful experiences offered during four years of college life. In addition to learning more about a foreign culture, students are required to complete their studies.

1. What does the underlined word “peculiar” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?

A．Special.	B．Common.
C．Limited.	D．Traditional.

2. What can we learn about the college degree?

A．It is more important to rural students than urban students.

B．It makes you become employers in different fields.

C．It helps increase your earning power.

D．It is a must to become rich.

3. What is the third paragraph mainly about?

A．The functions of organization and problem-solving skills in college.

B．The difficult problems and different organizations in college.

C．Heavy college study and work.

D．College classes and professors.

4. What can be inferred from the text?

A．It is no use going to college or university.

B．College helps students improve their human relationship.

C．The aim of study-abroad is to help end students’ college classes.

D．Work experience is less important than a qualification in the job interview.