1 . 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写一段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。续写的词数应为100 左右。

My father’s T-shirt

As a teenager, I am not mature enough. I got angry quite easily and was not good at communicating with others. I had quarrels with my friends, and I was not polite to elders. Because of my bad behavior, I was sometimes punished by my father. However, it took me a long time to learn to control my temper and take the responsibility to make up for my mistakes.

I still remember it was an early autumn. Some leaves started to turn yellow and the weather became cool. One day, as I was getting ready for school, my mother carelessly handed me my father’s T-shirt instead of mine. At that time, I was getting to have a larger size than my father, so when I put on the T-shirt, I felt as if I wasn’t able to breathe! Soon, I realized that it was a small mistake which was made by my mother, but somehow the breathless feeling was so strong that it made me very angry. I could feel my anger growing, bubbling up inside myself. I shouted at her, “Why did you give me the wrong T-shirt?” My mother said sorry with a smile, but I continued to shout at her without thinking much. I got it off my body so wildly, making a hole in it and threw it on the floor. Then I put on my own T-shirt and rushed out of the house before my mother could stop me.

At that time, I didn’t consider how my mother was feeling. I just thought about myself. So after school, when I got home, I felt so regretful but I didn’t say a word to my mom. Feeling so frustrated, my mother shared her bad feeling with my father who was just after work from office, “See what your son has done.” I was so scared that maybe my father would punish me. But unexpectedly, instead of saying he would scold or beat me, my father quietly asked my mother to mend the T-shirt.

注意：
1.所续写短文的词数应为100 左右。
2.续写一段，该段的开头语已为你写好。

Seeing my father’s response, I felt more ashamed-of my bad behavior.

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2 . Metropolitan Museum of Art

The museum houses more than 2 million works spanning (跨越) 5,000 years and is the attraction second to none in New York City, attracting over 5 million visitors annually. Even those who think art or museums are not their cup of tea can spend days here and still not experience a small part of its art collections, famous exhibits, special events and much more!

Admission: $22 adults, free children under 16.

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

The Intrepid is a wonderful place in New York City that offers something for everyone in the family. It’s one of the most popular activities in NYC. Children or anyone who is genuinely interested in war history and transportation shouldn’t miss it. Private events such as weddings are a great opportunity to have the museum all to yourself for one night.

Admission: $30 adults, $15 children under 12.

American Museum of Natural History

A lot of New Yorkers believe that this is the best among all the museums in New York City. Anyone who grew up in NYC has fond memories of their school trips and Saturdays spent with their parents at the museum. Check out the fantastic new space show, “Journey to the Stars”, which is narrated by Whoopi Goldberg and makes it stand out from other museums. The show takes place every half an hour.

Admission: $33 adults, $20 children aged 2 — 12.

Guggenheim Museum

This international museum collects and displays modern and contemporary art in New York City. If you plan to visit the museum, be sure to book your tickets online, as they are available at 10 a. m. the day before. The Guggenheim also hosts really awesome art events focused on a special exhibition or program, making the museum one of the city’s trendiest places.

Admission: $25 adults, $18 students and seniors (65 +), free children under 12.

1. Which museum is the best choice for visitors passionate about war history?

A．Guggenheim Museum.

B．Metropolitan Museum of Art.

C．Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum.

D．American Museum of Natural History.

2. How much should be paid if a young couple plan to visit Guggenheim Museum together with three kindergarten children?

A．$50.

B．$79.

C．$104.

D．$130.

3. What do the four museums have in common?

A．Visitors can gain insight into history there.

B．They offer something for the whole family.

C．They enjoy great popularity among New Yorkers.

D．Performances take place in the museum every day.

3 . San Diego stretches over nearly 350 square miles of beachfront and city, nature reserves and dynamic multicultural enclaves (飞地). The option for accommodations are nearly as varied as the landform.

Kings Inn San Diego

Kings Inn, a family-owned motel, pays honor to the mid-century but restoration has brought 21st-century necessities (free Wi-Fi/gym) and sunny rooms. There are two onsite themed restaurants where hotel guests can get 10 percent off. Affordable parking ($15/day) and near to popular sites make this an attractive extended stay option.

Kimpton Alma Hotel

Kimpton’s Alma has decoration inspired by the city: a beachy colour and street culture artwork. Among its three restaurants (the rooftop Leave of Absence bar is due to re-open spring 2024), the Desmond draws locals for chef Jason Neroni’s winning cooking creations, while the casual Café is a good choice for steak fries. In addition, pets are treated almost as well as their human companions in this hotel, which attracts many pet-lovers.

San Diego Mission Bay Resort

Mission Bay resort is located between two family-friendly public parks which features a popular swimming spot and two massive playgrounds. Broad green space allow for outdoor games. Paved paths lead to a narrow beach, where children can splash (泼) in calm bay waters. Grownups have benefits too, including a spa and nightly live music.

The Guild

The Guild highlights San Diego’s military history. Through 1970, it was a center of social and recreational activities for more than 125 million service staff. A 2019 reconstruction has preserved Lincoln Rogers’ 1924 Italian Renaissance-style (文艺复兴风格) building. Today’s visitors can enjoy craft cocktails (手工鸡尾酒) at the inviting Farniente lobby bar and courtyard dining area.

1. Which hotel is suitable for guests with pets?

A．The Guild.	B．Kings Inn San Diego.
C．Kimpton Alma Hotel.	D．San Diego Mission Bay Resort.

2. What do Kings Inn San Diego and The Guild have in common?

A．They are relatively cheap.	B．They are suitable for kids.
C．They’ve both been restored.	D．They have a long military history.

3. Where is the text probably taken from?

A．An official report.	B．An art magazine.
C．A scientific research.	D．A travel guidebook.

4 . As an adult, one of the first questions you are asked when meeting someone new is, “What do you do?” This is because your career is a very important part of who you are. The career you have defines your life, and so taking time to think about it is an essential exercise for young people.

One of the most effective ways to get some insight on a possible career path is to complete a “career aptitude (才能) test”. There are many different kinds of career aptitude tests. Some ask questions about your personal interests and attitudes. Others focus more on asking you to rate different kinds of work scenarios (场景), like working as a librarian or a lawyer. Of course, while completing these sorts of tests, it is very important to be honest — and don’t worry — there are no right or wrong answers.

One popular test asks the participants to grade their preferences for a variety of work tasks. Their answers are then analyzed and divided up between six different types of work personalities. The participant is then given a chart showing their score for each type of work personality. The top three scores are used to make a code that indicates the participant’s overall work personality. This code is then used to generate a list of career suggestions.

The career suggestions are also based on your education and experience level, but you can look at higher-level careers as well, which is very useful for high school students. For example, you could look at the basic careers to see what work you might like now, and then look at the more advanced careers so you know what you may like to aim for in the future. This is a great tool to help plan your career and let you know what targets you need to reach to get there.

In conclusion, career aptitude tests are clearly a very useful tool. So try a few tests online and start thinking about your future career right now!

1. Why does the author ask the question in paragraph 1?

A．To support an idea.	B．To introduce a topic.
C．To define a profession.	D．To clarify a new concept.

2. What can we learn about the career aptitude test?

A．It determines your future career.

B．It should be answered truthfully.

C．It stresses the accuracy of test answers.

D．It only cares about personal interests and attitudes

3. What is Paragraph 3 mainly about?

A．The theory of coding.	B．The advice on career planning.
C．The variety of work personalities.	D．The process of a career aptitude test.

4. What does the author suggest us doing?

A．Changing our jobs frequently.	B．Upgrading our levels of education.
C．Following the career advice strictly.	D．Pursuing advancement in our careers.

5 . 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

Ever since my Dad died, my life had changed. My Mom was always really busy with her work, and she didn’t spend any time with me anymore. I had to go to a daycare every day after school, eagerly waiting for Mom’s work to be done and picking me up. It was even a luxury to stay with her on Sunday.

One day, at dinner time, I begged Mom to take me to the fair on Sunday.

“Lilly, you know I have to work that day.” Mom refused immediately.

“But we never get to spend time together anymore! Can’t you take Sunday off?” I asked.

Mom placed a plate in front of me and kissed my head. I smiled and licked my lips as she had given me a piece of cherry pie. Then I looked into my Mom’s brown eyes and asked one last time, “Can’t you take Sunday off?”

Mom raised one eyebrow, staring at me. Maybe she didn’t want to make me disappointed and agreed that she would attempt to spare some time on Sunday.

It was Sunday morning, and I ran to see if Mom was awake. She was making pancakes in the kitchen with her work clothes on. Mom felt my disappointed staring and tried to explain. She bent down next to me and put her hand on my shoulder, “Sorry, Lilly! I have to go to work today.”

Tears streamed down my face as I yelled, “You never have time for me!” And I ran into my room and slammed the door.

As I was crying on my bed I could hear Mom talk on the phone. She asked her friend Charlie to come over and watch me. Half an hour later, Charlie arrived and Mom left. I heard him knock on my bedroom door and say, “Lilly, your Mom made pancakes. Do you want to come out and have some?”

“No!” I screamed.

“Your Mom told me why you felt upset, and she left a note for you.” Charlie muffled.

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Hearing Charlie’s words, I jumped off my bed and opened the door.

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Finally, the familiar sound of the car engine announced Mom’s returning.

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6 . Born and raised in Kunming in Yunnan province, Yin Jiongjie is the son of two musicians and grew up listening to music and watching music performances. His father bought lots of recordings and DVDs of world-renowned classical musicians and symphony orchestras to ensure that his only son had as much exposure to music as possible.

As a child, Yin learned to play the piano and the violin. Later, he gave up the latter and focused instead on the piano. Even then, he decided that he would become a conductor one day. “There can be over 100 musicians in an orchestra but there is only one conductor. The conductor is like the composer’s messenger, which is a magical experience,” he said.

When he was 14, Chen Lin and Chen Bing, two conductors from the Central Conservatory of Music came to Kunming to choose students. Yin’s father allowed him to perform for them. Standing on the stage of the theater at the Yunnan Arts University, Yin raised his baton (指挥棒) and demonstrated how he would conduct to a recording of Dvorak’s Symphony No. 9 From the New World. Ten months later, he moved to Beijing and enrolled at the Middle School Affiliated (附属) to the Central Conservatory of Music and later studied at the university under Chen Lin.

Since 2015, Yin has been chosen by the Central Conservatory of Music to participate in several master classes with conductors, among them South Korea’s Chung Myung-whun and Canada’s Yannick Nezet-Seguin. “There’s a huge gap between the training you receive in a conservatory and what is required of a professional conductor. The most basic thing is to build and expand my repertoire, and gain a deep understanding of each piece,” he says. “It is a skill that involves psychology, body language, knowledge of history, culture and music, and a sensitivity to everything that makes us human. And I have a long way to go.”

1. What can we learn about Yin Jiongjie from the first two paragraphs?

A．His father excels at classical music.	B．His father is a symphony conductor.
C．He kept playing the piano and violin.	D．He had a dream of being a conductor.

2. What does the underlined phrase “enrolled at” in paragraph 3 mean?

A．Visited.

B．Impressed.

C．Joined.

D．Applauded.

3. Which of the following is Yin’s idea according to the last paragraph?

A．Better late than never.	B．Rome wasn’t built in a day.
C．The early bird catches the worm.	D．When in Rome, do as the Romans do.

4. Which of the following best describes Yin Jiongjie?

A．Talented and generous.	B．Honest and trustworthy.
C．Determined and humorous.	D．Purposeful and hard-working.

7 . UK’s Best Long-Distance Walks

Hadrian’s Wall Trail
Entire length: 83 miles
You can see the rich Roman history along the way, not just the wall itself, but also remains of important Roman forts and good museums. This walk brings you scenic variety that stretches from the modern cityscapes to the sandstone shades, and from the wasteland heights to green rural scenes.
Great Glen Way
Entire length: 73 miles
The Great Glen Way long-distance trail passes the foot of the UK’s highest mountain, follows the lakeside of Loch Ness, and crosses the Scottish Highlands. The castles scattered along the way are witness to Scotland’s past.
Coast to Coast Walk
Entire length: 192 miles
The Coast to Coast, one of Britain’s classic walking routes, was originated and described by Alfred Wainwright, author of a well-known series of mountain-walking guide books. Walk this trail for the feeling of crossing England from the Irish Sea to the North Sea, and to explore the national parks of the Lake District.
Channel Island Way
Entire length: 110 miles
This long-distance walk along the islands to the south of England takes you island hopping to see well preserved WWII fortifications, rugged cliffs, quiet villages and a fantastic range of pubs. Each of the eight Channel Islands has their own separate character.
1. What is special about the Hadrian’s Wall Trail?

A．Roman history.

B．Rural life.

C．Beautiful landscapes.

D．Coastal scenery.

2. What do Great Glen Way and Coast to Coast Walk have in common?

A．Passing by castles.	B．Enjoying lake scenery.
C．Crossing highlands.	D．Lying in national parks.

3. Who will be most interested in this leaflet?

A．Catherine, who is fond of reading.	B．Julie, who enjoys taking photos.
C．Andrew, who is interested in history.	D．Tommy, who likes outdoor activities

8 . Science Books for Kids of All Ages

To help you choose the perfect education al books for your child, we’ve created this handpicked list of the best science books for kids. The titles featured here spark curiosity, encourage leaning, and are lots of fun, too.

About Time: A First Look at Time and Clocks

Author: Bruce Koscielniak; Price: US $8.55

Long ago people used the sun, the moon, and the water to tell time. Soon after we began using our knowledge about the natural world to build clocks and to create calendars made up of months and years. Centuries later, we have clocks and calendars all around us. This book tells the amazing story of how it all happened!

Animalium: Welcome to the Museum

Author: Katie Scott;Price: US $8.99

This book opens the doors of the natural history museum for your child all year round! It features 200 full-color specimens accompanied by lively, informative text and more. Discover the animal kingdom inglorious detail with unique illustrations that combine science and art.

Bang!: How We Came to Be

Author: Michael Rubino; Price: US $16.00

“Bang! And that was it, the beginning of everything.” So begins this beautifully illustrated story of evolution. This book conveys not only the facts but also the excitement of the scientific explanation of our world, from the origin of the universe to the present reality of our planet.

Bedtime Math: The Truth Comes Out

Author: Laura Overdeck; Price: US $10.99

This book makes learning about math as fun as dessert after dinner! It combines math and cool facts for one fun and wild adventure. Now kids can discover the science behind all their favorite things: marshmallows, soda, ice cream, and more. With over 100 math problems on a variety of topics, kids will find math isn’t just fun — it can be found everywhere!

1. What can kids learn in the book About Time?

A．The tough life of ancestors.	B．The origin of the sun and the moon.
C．The old ways to measure time.	D．The wildlife in the natural world.

2. What do Animalium and Bang have in common?

A．They are children’s novels.	B．They are popular for cheap price.
C．They are collected in the museum.	D．They are illustrated stories for kids.

3. Which book can make numbers fun and easy?

A．Bang.

B．Bedtime Math.

C．Animalium.

D．About Time.

9 . If you’re feeling in the mood for grilled food but don’t have a barbecue, then deciding what product to purchase can be a bit difficult. So to help you get a better understanding of just some of the choices available, here’s our guide to buying a new BBQ.

Charcoal vs Gas

The first decision is how your BBQ is going to be powered. There are essentially two main choices: the traditional way with charcoal, or the quick and convenient way with gas. For those who get frustrated with the process of lighting coals and waiting for them to reach the desired temperature, then gas is the easy option. It’s clean and gets up to temperature in an instant. But for many, the main fun of a barbecue lies in the back-to-basics cooking that hot coal brings natural barbecue fire. You’ll also find a far greater range of charcoal barbecues.

Size

For anyone who likes to throw a garden party with a busy barbecue at the centre of the action, there are some vast grills (烤架) available. But unless you’re regularly feeding the masses, then these BBQ beasts can be impractical. Smaller meals are better suited to smaller equipment, so be realistic about the size that best suits you.

Open grill or lid

While facing the barbecue selection of your nearest retailer, you’ll notice that some of them have lids. These will usually be round and will make you pay more than the lidless options. But if you want the benefit of being able to cook larger items over a longer period of time, such as a whole chicken, then a lid will be essential.

1. Which BBQ is suitable for Jack, who likes back-to-basics cooking and often invites friends to the garden party?

A．Gas barbecue in small size.	B．Gas barbecue in big size.
C．Charcoal barbecue with big grills.	D．Charcoal barbecue with small grills.

2. What is the difference between the open grill and the one with a lid?

A．The open grill costs more.	B．The open grill looks superior.
C．The open grill is more reliable.	D．The open grill is less suitable for larger items.

3. Which column of the magazine is the passage most likely selected from?

A．Lifestyle.

B．Business.

C．Culture.

D．Sports.

10 .

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1. What’s the restriction of the coupon?

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2. Which is an advantage of dental implants?

A．They cost little money.	B．They preserve the jawbone.
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