1 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Ben is in     1     total mess now. They lost a football match and he thought the team members     2     (let) down by one member, the point guard. But his best friend shared his     3     (disappoint) with others. Ben was embarrassed and ashamed.

Now Ben is turning     4     Agony Aunt for help. Agony Aunt shares an old saying: “Loose lips sink ships.” She asks Ben     5     (apologize) to his teammate first     6     to talk to his friend because friendship is one of the     7     (great) things in the world. And most     8     (important), Ben should think about his own behaviour.     9     (fill) with anger, we tend to speak out our opinions quickly without thinking clearly.

Agony Aunt suggests Ben raise his     10     (concern) with his teach coach if he feels the teammate isn’t pulling his weight.

2 . Four unique European music traditions that are protected by UNESCO

Inuit drum dancing, Greenland

In 2021, UNESCO(United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization) recognised Greenland’s Inuit drum dancing and singing as an intangible cultural heritage (非物质文化遗产) of humanity. The drum dance typical of the tradition can be performed by one dancer alone or accompanied by a group of people singing songs about love, humour and hunting.

Uilleann piping, Ireland

Uilleann piping was included in the UNESCO’s list in 2017. It involves playing Irish music on a particular type of bagpipe (风笛) known as the “uilleann”. It is a highly developed and complex instrument, with some functions that cannot be found elsewhere. It often accompanies music played at weddings and parties, and it’s been passed on through several generations of Irish musicians.

Kaustinen folk music, Finland

In 2019, UNESCO added to its list Finland’s Kaustinen folk music, a tradition where the violin, with or without accompanying instruments, is played by ear. The style is characterised by rhythms or accents that make it easy to dance to. The 250-year-old tradition is played during wedding parties, public concerts and at music festivals in the small village of Kaustinen.

Fado, Portugal

Fado music, which originated in Portugal in the early 19th century, is now a symbol of Portuguese culture and tradition. It combines poetry and music to create a sometimes sorrowful, and always passionate melody, usually performed by a solo singer accompanied by guitars. It was included in the UNESCO’s list in2011.

1. What is a feature of the uilleann?

A．It is easy to play.	B．It is played by ear.
C．It is highly developed.	D．Its functions are common.

2. Which of the following was added to the UNESCO’s list earliest?

A．Fado.

B．Uilleann piping.

C．Inuit drum dancing.

D．Kaustinen folk music.

3. Where is this text most likely from?

A．An instrument ad.	B．A culture website.
C．A history textbook.	D．A music festival poster.

3 . My first dependant was a duck called Mr. Kite. As a cream-faced four-year-old, it was my job at the nursery to turn the eggs in the incubator (恒温箱) every day: one side “O”, the other side “X”.

We lived in a small, inner-city house with a long, thin garden in east Oxford at the time. As a gentle-hearted vet's (兽医的) daughter, my mum couldn't resist adopting these ducks. I named them Buttercup, Mr. Kite and Drakey. We made them a pond. The bottom was a mosaic (马赛克) made from all the bits of plate and cup that had been broken during family rows. Within 30 seconds,the pond was so full of duck droppings that we never saw the mosaic again.

One of the most magical moments during my caring for ducks was the night it snowed. Mum, over whelmed by pity and grandmotherly concern, insisted that Mr. Kite and her friends — yes, Mr. Kite was female — be spared another freezing night in the wooden house my dad had built for them at the end of the garden; we caught them, flapping and shouting, and brought them in to sleep in the kitchen.Have you ever seen three ducks go wild in a tiny kitchen? It was one of the best moments of my childhood. It smelled like the underside of hell's socks by the time they had left.

I used to spend my summers lazing in a swimming pool with Mr. Kite and the others. Eventually, though, our neighbour complained that they were being woken at 4:45 a.m.. So, the feathered three went to live with an old couple in the country. Fair enough — you don't move to the city to have the dawn torn apart by quacking   — although it must have made a change from student parties and the sound of 19-year-olds being sick by the bins.

I wonder now if this early experience of duck adoption is the reason that, at least three times a week, what ever the weather, you will find me swimming in the Thames or a nearby lake with the ducks. Although they never say hello.

1. Why were there marks of “O” and “X” on eggs?

A．To have fun.	B．To count the eggs.
C．To tell sides apart.	D．To distinguish males from females.

2. What was the initial reason for duck adoption?

A．Family preference.

B．A nursery assignment.

C．The mother's occupation.

D．Neighbour' support.

3. What does paragraph 3 imply?

A．The ducks' smells drove the author mad.

B．The energetic ducks brought much pleasure.

C．The ducks were hard to feed in cold weather.

D．The ducks were offered luxury accommodation.

4. What was the author's response to the neighbor' complaints?

A．Rejecting firmly.	B．Ignoring deliberately.
C．Explaining patiently.	D．Accepting unwillingly.

4 . National Parks in Utah

Zion National Park

It’s perfect for scenic drives and outdoor adventures. One of the park highlights is the Zion Canyons, which offers different hiking (远足) opportunities. Late spring or early fall is the best time to visit Zion National Park, since most facilities are open during this time. However, if you don’t mind cold weather, visit during the late fall and winter.

Bryce Canyon National Park

It’s home to the greatest number of hoodoos (石林) on earth, which are one of the natural wonders of the world. You can see most of Bryce Canyon’s highlights in one day by taking the scenic drive and making stops at various views. Most people visit the park between May and September since the weather is warmer.

Canyonlands National Park

Although it’s the 23rd largest National Park in the US, Canyonlands is the largest out of the four national parks in Utah. The best time of the year to visit is when the weather is pleasant in the spring and fall. The park has four main parts: The Maze, Island in the Sky, The Needles, and Horseshoe Canyon. If you plan to visit every part, you can go on a boat tour to explore it.

Arches National Park

Known as a red-rock wonderland, Arches National Park is popular for its stone arches (石拱).The park has over 2,000 stone arches, with Landscape Arch the largest. The park is busiest from March through October. However, the spring and fall temperatures are the most comfortable. So, the best time to visit is April, May, September and October.

1. When is the best time to visit Zion National Park?

A．Late spring.

B．Early summer.

C．Late fall.

D．Early winter.

2. What is special about Canyonlands National Park?

A．It features hike programs.	B．It is known for stone arches.
C．It is the largest one in Utah.	D．It requires advance bookings.

3. What can you do in Arches National Park?

A．Take a journey down a river.	B．Explore the Zion Canyons.
C．Tour Island in the Sky.	D．Admire the red rock.

5 . Best of British:   Artists’ residences

Get up close with the inspiring places Britain’s most vibrant artists called home.

Red House, London

Nothing better represents the commitment of William Morris, the creative genius of interiors (内饰) to beauty than his striking home in London. From delicate patterns on the doors, to the decorated gardens, the Red House shows a strong medieval style.

The Mackintosh House, Glasgow

Located on the site of the former home of legendary architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh and his wife, the reconstructed Mackintosh House offers a rare insight into their private lives. Furnished with the couple’s own furniture, everything has been considered in order to recreate the original interior as faithfully as possible.

Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden, Cornwall

Though she was born in Yorkshire, British sculptor (雕塑家) Barbara Hepworth moved to Cornwall and stayed there for the rest of her life. She claimed that there was a quality of inspiration to be drawn from the Cornish skyline and sea view that she simply couldn’t obtain from the city. It was Hepworth’s wish that her home would be turned into a museum of her work.

Henry Moore Foundation, Hertfordshire

Sculptor Henry Moore found his Muse in the beautiful Hertfordshire village of Perry Green and created many of his most famous works there. Unlike traditional galleries, visitors can get close with these impressive structures. Access to Moore’s home is through guided tours only. Visit on a sunny day, take a picnic, and experience the scenic village in person!

1. Which residence is influenced by medieval styles?

A．Red House.

B．The Mackintosh House.

C．Henry Moore Foundation.

D．Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden.

2. What do we know about the Mackintosh House?

A．It is the current residence of Mackintosh.

B．It is rebuilt to improve Mackintosh’s life.

C．It restores the interior design of the Mackintoshs’.

D．It reflects Mackintosh’s faith in original furniture design.

3. What do the last two residences have in common?

A．Both sculptors take inspiration from nature.

B．Both sites allow close contact with the designers.

C．Both residences will be turned into urban museums.

D．Both sites allow tours accompanied by the guide only.

6 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

As people across the country watched the launch of China’s Shenzhou-14 spaceship closely,    1    pen floating in the capsule (太空舱)    2    (catch) the attention of many people.

The pen was produced by Shaoguan Shengyi Stationery Co., Ltd., which is a pioneer in     3    (make) pens used in outer space.

The space pen is different    4    a common pen. A common pen can neither withstand the influence and vibration (震动) experienced by the spaceship during rocket launch (发射) nor write    5    (proper) in an environment of outer space: The pen    6    (have) a head made of special materials to make it possible to write in outer space. The ink within the pen is also a special liquid with high viscosity (黏性), making writing stick to surfaces closely instead of flying off as dangerous    7    (drop). What’s more, the head    8    is less sharp than the head of a normal pen can be safely used in the cabin.

A space pen developed by the company    9    (send) into space aboard the Shenzhen-10 spacecraft in 2013, making China the    10    (two) country in the world able to independently produce a pen usable in space.

7 . If your books are piled up all over the place or you find yourself always digging through piles looking for that novel you’ve been meaning to read, it may be time to reorganize.     1    .

Organize your books by genre (体裁)

    2    . By organizing your books on shelves by genre, you’ll build a mental map of where everything belongs. You also won’t need to worry about putting books back in the perfect place, since a book that belongs on a given shelf can go anywhere on that shelf. Sort them alphabetically

Organize your books by the author’s last name

Sorting by the author’s last name is a classic way to organize. If you have an especially large collection, sorting by author will make it a lot easier to locate a given book when you want it.     3     ? Just find the “J” section! It doesn’t get much easier than that.

    4    

For a narrower collection, arranging the books by subject makes sense. If you’re a huge poetry buff, you could separate your Romantic collections, postmodern books, and objectivity poetry. If you’re super into historical nonfiction, give World War I its own shelf, the Civil Rights Movement another shelf, and books about the United Nations in another area.

Organize your books by how much you like them

Put your favorites up top and your least favorites at the bottom. This is going to be totally subjective, but it may be fun to spend an evening taking the books down and assessing how you feel about it.    5    ? Top shelf it goes! Only hold on to that dusty old dictionary for reference purposes? Keep it on the bottom shelf.

A．Organize them by subject

B．Display the books you use the most

C．Did a book completely change your life

D．Look for a book written by James Joyce

E．Want to read the book over and over again

F．Luckily, you have a ton of choices to organize and display them

G．Separating books by types will make you quickly find the book you want

8 . When I was young, I had no idea what I wanted to do. The choices were thin. It was assumed (假定的) that I’d go to college, and after, that I could be a mom. I could, be a secretary. I could be a nurse or a teacher. If anyone asked, I said I wanted to be a writer. Even I knew that wasn’t a real job. Mostly, I didn’t think about it.

But just as I was coming of age, a world of possibility opened up. By the time I graduated from college with a science degree, I still didn’t know what I wanted to do. And one day, after seeing a notice in the paper, I remembered there was something I’d wanted to do, once. It sounded fun, so I took the test to be a mail carrier. The new Postal Service was by law an inclusive group. If you got a good enough score, you were in.

It was an older woman conducting (执行) my fitness entry exam who was the first to disagree. This wasn’t a job for a girl, she said. And I shouldn’t take a man’s job away from him. He has a family to support. Despite that poor assumed man’s family, I became one of perhaps a dozen female carriers in the whole city of Portland, Oregon.

On the street, I was a novelty (新奇的人). I didn’t go a single day without hearing some friendly words: Well, I guess we can’t call you the mailman, can we? We’ll have to call you the mail-woman! Those particular words somehow appeared naturally in thousands of minds at once. My existence received attention. It’s hard to imagine now.

Thirty-two years later I retired into a very different world. Being a retired mail carrier is even more fun than being a mail carrier. And finally, I get to be a writer. It’s still not really a job.

1. What can we know about the author when she was young?

A．She had no plan for her future.

B．She studied hard to be a writer.

C．She never wanted to go to college.

D．She knew little about what a real job was.

2. Why did the author want to be a mail carrier?

A．She could do nothing else after her graduation.

B．She thought it interesting to be a mail carrier.

C．She got a high score in the test to be a mail carrier.

D．She was bored with studying for a science degree.

3. What was the older woman’s attitude to the author’s decision?

A．Supportive.

B．Careless.

C．Unclear.

D．Negative.

4. What was the author’s purpose in writing this text?

A．To stress the importance of a career plan.

B．To share the story of her career options.

C．To show the fun of being a mail carrier.

D．To express her regret about her job choice.

9 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Being able to speak a language is not related    1    how smart you are. Anyone can learn how to speak any language. This is a proven fact by everyone in the world. Everyone can speak at least one language. You are able    2    (speak) one language whether you are intelligent, or lacking some brain power.

This    3    (achieve) by being around that language at all times. In your country, you hear and speak your language every day. You can    4    (fluent) speak. You will notice that many people who are good English speakers are the ones    5    study in an English speaking school. They can speak English not because they have been to an English speaking school,    6    because they are in an environment where they can be around English-speaking people often.

You don't have to go anywhere to become a fluent English speaker. You only need to sur-round    7    (you) with English. You can do this by    8    (make) rules with your existing friends that you will only speak English. You can also carry around an MP3 player and constantly listen to English    9    (sentence). As you can see, you can achieve results by changing your surroundings. Devote yourself to English and you will learn several times    10    (fast) than before.

10 .

Hope Book Club A book club is a small group of persons that are reading the same book in order to share different feelings and opinions about the book. The book club meets once a month for an hour of lively discussion. All students (3+), teachers and parents are welcome! Here you can discover a new world, learn new ideas and make new friends! What you should do: ★You will read the book on your own and then discuss your reading in the book club. ★You must keep up with your reading so that you can join as a part of your group. The book club will decide what pages or chapters you will read. ★You should take down notes and thoughts as you read. ★Everyone in the book club is expected to join in the discussion. More tips: ★Keep our place clean. ★No pets and no smoking. ★Take good care of books and return them on time. ★You must ask for leave if you cannot join in the discussion. Fees: Kids from 3—7: Free; Kids from 8—18: 10 dollars a month; Adults: 15 dollars a month. If you are interested, call 487-256-656 or 487-266-545, send an email to hopebook@yahoo.com or visit our website at www.hopebookclub.com.

1. How much should a couple with a 6-year-old son pay for being in the club for two months?

A．30 dollars.

B．60 dollars.

C．75 dollars.

D．90 dollars

2. How many ways are mentioned here to get more information about the club?

A．One.

B．Two.

C．Three.

D．Four.

3. Which of the following is true according to the text?

A．Books aren’t allowed to be taken out of the club.

B．Joining in the discussion is encouraged in the club.

C．You can choose your favourite books to read in the club.

D．The members in the club don’t have to finish what they need to read.