1 . 阅读下面短文，从每题所给四个选项中选出与文中五处划线意义最匹配的选项。

On New Year's Day, we visited every neighbor in the village and were ________ greeted warmly at each house. A group of people paraded (游行) through the village, two of them dressed as a lion, going into every home to perform a song for good ________ fortune. I was attracted by this and followed the group, taking photos to share with my family. We visited other relatives the next day, who had prepared a lot of ________ delicious food. At night, we all went to KTV and had a great time singing together. During my final afternoon, I felt very Chinese as I played mahjong(麻将) while ________ sipping green tea. I even won my first two games. Feeling like an ________ outsider is quite normal for Westerners in China, but every person I met in that small village in Hunan made me feel like I was at home.

1.

A．achieved

B．welcomed

C．adjusted

D．suggested

2.

A．help

B．advice

C．luck

D．food

3.

A．important

B．ugly

C．smelly

D．tasty

4.

A．drinking

B．making

C．cooking

D．selling

5.

A．local

B．stranger

C．relative

D．friend

2 . To protect the wild animals, people are not permitted ________ access to natural reserves.

A．gaining

B．to gain

C．gained

D．gain

3 . In ancient Greece, festivals were an essential part of their culture. These festivals were celebrated in honor of various gods and goddesses and were a way for people to come together and celebrate their beliefs.

One of the most important festivals in ancient Greece was the Eleusinian Mysteries. This festival was held in honor of Demeter, the goddess of agriculture and fertility (丰产). The Eleusinian Mysteries were a series of rituals (仪式) that celebrated the cycle of life and death. Participants would go through a process that involved fasting (斋戒), purification, and secret rituals.

The Dionysia was another significant festival in ancient Greece. This festival was intended for Dionysus, the god of wine, fertility, and theater. The Dionysia consisted of several days of dinning, drinking wine, and watching plays performed by playwrights such as Sophocles and Euripides.

Festivals were not just about honoring gods; they also served as a way for people to come together as a community. During festivals, people would gather in public spaces to socialize, watch performances or sporting events, or participate in religious ceremonies.

In addition to these major festivals, there were many other smaller festivals throughout ancient Greece that celebrated local traditions or honored specific gods or goddesses. These festivals varied from region to region but all shared the common purpose of bringing people together to celebrate their beliefs.

In conclusion, festivals played an important role in ancient Greek culture as they provided opportunities for people to come together and celebrate their shared culture. These festivals were not just about honoring the gods; they were also a way for people to socialize and participate in community events. The use of festivals as a means of cultural expression is still popular in modern times, and serves as a proof to the enduring treasure of ancient Greece.

1. What’s the function of festivals in Greece?

A．Chances for people to know other cultures.

B．Honor to people’s glorious process of life.

C．Rewards for people’s devotion to the society.

D．Religious themes and occasions for gatherings.

2. Why were the Eleusinian Mysteries and the Dionysia held?

A．To hold a music party.	B．To have a big dinner party.
C．To honor the rich gift from nature.	D．To put on plays written by famous people.

3. Whether big festivals or small ones, they serve as an occasion for ______.

A．social contacts	B．people’s show of talents.
C．volunteer activities	D．choices of the good tradition

4. What’s a suitable title for the text?

A．The Major Festivals in Greece.	B．Reasons Behind Festivals in Greece.
C．Activities in Greek Festivals.	D．Changes about Festivals in Greece.

4 . Many of us might not give __________ second thought to dropping a small piece of litter. (用适当的词填空)

5 . 因此，在即将到来的大学碗赛期间，比如全国冠军赛，请密切关注市场营销领域最新的创业成功故事。
So during the upcoming college bowl games, like the National Championship, ___________________ for the latest entrepreneurial success story in the world of marketing.

6 . What probably happened to the speakers just now?

A．The waiter got into a fight with them.

B．The waiter charged them incorrectly.

C．The waiter brought them the wrong food.

7 . Florida is a desirable place to retire because of the suitable cost of living and location close to the beach. In addition, it has provided different kinds of services to support the retirement community. Here are some best Florida cities for retirement.

Miami

Population: about 605,800

Share of population age 65+: 18.2%

Median monthly rent: about $1,500

Miami has higher housing and costly health care, so seniors retiring in Miami need to face the higher cost of living. However, it offers retirees plenty of activities. It’s more expensive, but the rich cultural experience, dining, shopping, and health care services are top-tier.

Fort Myers
Population: about 752,200
Share of population age 65+: 28.4%
Median monthly rent: about $1,300

Fort Myers scored well on the desirability and happiness metrics (指标). Many retirees are able to comfortably afford a home, which frees up retirement income for other important expenses. Seniors in Fort Myers can create a relaxing beach retirement lifestyle, even on a limited budget.

Tallahassee
Population: about 382,700
Share of population age 65+: 14.6%
Median monthly rent: about $1,000

Tallahassee has four clear seasons, and its short winters are colder than the state’s coastal areas. Housing is more affordable here than in other Florida cities. Retirees can take classes at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Florida, or enjoy one of Tallahassee’s many museums, historic sites and parks.

Ocala
Population: about 370,000
Share of population age 65+: 28.5%
Median monthly rent: about $990

This equestrian (马术) town is best known for award-winning horses. Retirees can attend horse shows and equestrian events and enjoy regular horseback rides. Ocala’s inexpensive housing makes it easy to relocate to the area. The Ocala National Forest has hundreds of lakes, rivers and springs where you can swim and fish.

1. What is an advantage of Miami?

A．It offers services in a wide variety.	B．It gives the suitable cost of living.
C．It provides discount housing.	D．It organizes volunteer activities.

2. Which is the best if retirees want to get education after retiring?

A．Miami.

B．Fort Myers.

C．Tallahassee.

D．Ocala.

3. What can retirees do in Ocala?

A．Create a beach retirement lifestyle.	B．Explore the depth of the forest.
C．Visit many historic sites.	D．Take part in equestrian events.

8 . 由于水位上升，这些鸟儿的栖息地正在受到威胁。
The habitat of these birds ______________ on account of the rising water level.

9 . My dad screamed, “Walk the dog. son!” So I also_______, “Emily! Come on girl, time to _______!”As she bounded (跳跃) towards me, I smiled slightly at the way she _______since her legs were too small to keep balance, I _______ down to greet her, giving her head a gentle kiss before we went out. I walked down the block, Emily bounding quickly ahead of me, _______to reach the park. We arrived at the end of the street, stopping just across from the _______and waiting for the light to change, Emily bounding in _______. I took a deep breath, but it seemed those several seconds were too long for the happy puppy at my feet. Emily suddenly got free from my_______and dashed towards the pavement.

I moved to run after her, but a car was shooting fast in front of me. By the time it had left my _______, so had Emily. I crossed the street after her, calling, “Emily! Emily! Come here, girl!” but she________. I could feel the ________enveloping me as I found her gone.

But when I came back home, I was________out. I walked to the front door to ring the doorbell but no one answered. I sat down on the front steps, tears in my eyes and I________in the cold, pulling my coat tighter.________, I was unsure of what to do next when suddenly I realized the meaning of ________since I felt lonely without the company of my dog.

1.

A．shouted

B．complained

C．protested

D．announced

2.

A．come inside

B．go outside

C．check in

D．look out

3.

A．barked

B．bit

C．walked

D．rolled

4.

A．bent

B．jumped

C．ran

D．walked

5.

A．prepared

B．scared

C．eager

D．anxious

6.

A．park

B．house

C．block

D．apartment

7.

A．excitement

B．shock

C．shame

D．shape

8.

A．aid

B．control

C．guidance

D．instruction

9.

A．neighborhood

B．county .

C．vision

D．cage

10.

A．circled

B．performed

C．disappeared

D．discontented

11.

A．delight

B．fear

C．satisfaction

D．amazement

12.

A．stressed

B．locked

C．helped

D．knocked

13.

A．screamed

B．marched

C．searched

D．shook

14.

A．Typically

B．Immediately ;

C．Fortunately :

D．Definitely

15.

A．forgiving

B．curing

C．living

D．losing

10 . 根据语境，选择下框中的单词或短语，必要时用正确的形式填空。框中有两个多余的单词或短语。

bring… to life； be fond of； collapse； contrary to； emerge； in particular； mist； owe… to…； set apart from； take sb’s breath away；

1. He ____________ all his achievements ____________ other people’s help, which showed his modesty.
2. Unfortunately, untouched for a thousand years, this ecosystem ________________ in the past decade.
3. ______________ popular belief, moderate exercise actually decreases your appetite.
4. We started in the _____________ early morning, dressed in layers, carrying light packs and plenty of water.
5. This is likely to bring about a physical change to head, ____________ the forehead, will grow larger.
6. The cold, hard cruelty of two young men is vividly______________ in this true story.
7. Even America is considered a(an) ______________ market when it comes to yogurt.
8. When I wandered around the museum, an original picture of an unknown ancient painter ________________.