1 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What has changed about the man?

A．His face.

B．His hair.

C．His height.

2. How do the speakers know each other?

A．From work.

B．From college.

C．From high school.

3. Why did the woman stop being a nurse?

A．She didn’t like it.

B．It was too difficult.

C．Transport was a problem.

2 . Here are some newly-opened museums around the world we’re most excited about.

Richard Gilder Center for Science, Education and Innovation, the US

Get to understand scientific discoveries old and new at this architecturally amazing addition to the American Museum of Natural History in New York. Covering an area of 230,000 square feet, the museum copies a series of interlinking caves and will hold more than four million specimens(样本), offering an accessible take on subjects like the interconnectedness of life on Earth.

Istanbul Modern, Turkey

Turkey’s first contemporary art museum moves to a new home in the Karakoy district, opening in a building designed by architect Renzo Piano. The museum will showcase painting, photography and sculpture by both Turkish and international artists across five floors and will also house a cinema and library.

Young V&A, the UK

London’s much-loved Museum of Childhood closed in 2020, but its revamp(翻新) and reopening as part of the V&A Museum in early July has been hugely anticipated. Still located in East London, the properly renamed Young V&A offers colorful, appealing spaces and interactive exhibits that explore play, design and imagination for children and young people.

Fotografiska Berlin, Germany

The news that Stockholm-based photography museum Fotografiska’s latest global outpost would open in the German capital was great for fans of cutting-edge visual art. Set in the former Kunsthaus Tacheles cultural center, Fotografiska Berlin will host work from scene-leading photographers and rising talents, along with a packed calendar of cultural events.

1. What does Richard Gilder Center for Science, Education and Innovation feature?

A．A number of species.	B．A network of caves.
C．Architectural displays.	D．Historical collections.

2. What do Istanbul Modern and Fotografiska Berlin have in common?

A．Art theme.	B．Reading sections.
C．Cultural events.	D．Change of location.

3. Where will you go for favorite museum if you travel with your kids?

A．The US.

B．Turkey.

C．The UK.

D．Germany.

3 . How to have an attractive personality

Demonstrating an attractive personality is key to making friends and having lasting relationships. These traits (特性) give you the ability to inspire and fascinate others, making others more drawn to you as a result.

Listen to others.     1     Instead of responding to a text, opening an email, or thinking about your next meal, pay attention to what the other person is saying. Show them you’re listening and interested by commenting on the story or asking questions.

Speak sincerely. No one likes to be cheated.     2     If you can’t commit to something, it’s better to be honest about it than to have to tell them at the last minute that you can’t make it. When people ask for your opinion, you should be honest.

    3     You should always say what you believe in, be willing to take risks, and have the ability to admit your mistake without being worried about what other people will think. Doing this shows that you have self-confidence. This helps create an attractive personality.

Know “how” vs “what”. How you say things is arguably more important than what you say. If you try to give someone a genuine compliment, but he or she thinks you say it with a sarcastic undertone, your compliment won’t mean a thing.     4     If you notice that people often take things you say the wrong way, there’s a good chance you can change how you speak. Ask your friends to make you aware of the way you’re coming across.

Show enthusiasm for everything. Even if something makes you slightly uncomfortable, handle it with a smile on your face, an open mind, and a sense of humor. Not every day is going to be perfect, but being enthusiastic can help you accomplish anything.     5    

A．Tell people the truth.

B．You may make things bad.

C．Be aware of the way you speak.

D．Have confidence in how you speak and act.

E．When you act this way, people will love being around you.

F．Asking questions is important when it comes to confidence.

G．Listening is a trait that is often forgotten in today’s society.

4 . 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
1. When did the woman start to play the piano?

A．At 5 years old.

B．At 11 years old.

C．At 16 years old.

2. Why did the man play a lot of sports?

A．He never liked the guitar.

B．He preferred playing sports.

C．He didn’t have an instrument.

5 . A crow (乌鸦) became rabbits’ friend. It all began when Andrew Silverwood heard of a helpless ______ crow lying injured on a busy road. Without ______, Andrew decided to begin a crow rescue mission, knowing that the bird’s chance of survival was ______ in such a busy street.

Upon ______ the location, Andrew found the baby bird had fallen from his nest. In most situations, the best ______ for the baby bird would be to return the animal to his nest. However, as the nest sat high upon a tree, Andrew had no means of ______ the bird with his family. Besides, the crow had a broken leg, which would require ______ for the animal to survive. Then he took the crow home.

The Silverwoods ______ intended to provide care for the crow until he could be released back into the wild. However, fate had ______ plans in store for the crow, as Andrew soon found there was an unexpected ______ between the crow and his rabbits. The pet rabbits welcomed the crow into their cage, leading to a heartwarming and unconventional ______.

As days turned into weeks, the crow ______ the rabbit family. Surprisingly, the crow took on the characteristics of his rabbit companions.

Despite their differences, this little crow, his human parents, and his rabbit friends ______ happily. Their heartwarming tales serve as a gentle ______ that every living being deserves love and care, regardless of their ______.

1.

A．beautiful

B．clever

C．young

D．perfect

2.

A．doubt

B．difficulty

C．hesitation

D．permission

3.

A．slim

B．possible

C．optimistic

D．acceptable

4.

A．seeing

B．searching

C．knowing

D．reaching

5.

A．opportunity

B．option

C．place

D．performance

6.

A．reuniting

B．matching

C．comparing

D．stimulating

7.

A．food

B．comfort

C．guidance

D．care

8.

A．objectively

B．initially

C．continuously

D．occasionally

9.

A．realistic

B．vital

C．different

D．specific

10.

A．bond

B．balance

C．issue

D．result

11.

A．assignment

B．friendship

C．reputation

D．exhibition

12.

A．took over

B．made up

C．stood for

D．integrated into

13.

A．discuss

B．work

C．coexist

D．cooperate

14.

A．warning

B．reminder

C．model

D．bridge

15.

A．competence

B．talent

C．size

D．species

6 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What does the man say about the winter in New Work?

A．It’s cold and wet.

B．The wind is strong.

C．The air is heavy.

2. What do we know about the man?

A．He is leaving New York.

B．He doesn’t know New York well.

C．He likes the autumn in New York.

3. What does the man think is the most unpleasant part of the weather in New York?

A．It’s hot in summer.

B．It’s very changeable.

C．It rains all year round.

7 . To produce the classic clothing, blue jeans, producers rely on indigo dye (靛蓝染料), the only molecule known to provide jeans’ unique, beloved color. While indigo itself naturally comes from a plant, growing demand for blue jeans throughout the 20th century gave rise to synthetic (合成的) indigo, which is now more commonly used.

Indigo is the dye that makes jeans blue, but it doesn’t mix with water. To dye clothes, usually, chemicals are needed to make the color stick to the cloth. But in Denmark, scientists have created a new way to dye clothes using an enzyme (酶), which is a kind of protein that can cause chemical reactions, instead of harmful chemicals. This new method is better for the environment and doesn’t use poisonous stuff.

The chemical process for dyeing blue jeans has persisted for the last century. Workers are exposed to the poisonous chemicals, which also pollute the environment near factories. Waste water from those factories often ends up in waterways, decimating local ecosystems and even dyeing rivers blue.

Ditte Hededam Welner, the study’s lead researcher, says their new enzyme works really well and is strong enough for making lots of jeans without breaking down. This enzyme makes dyeing with indican, which is like indigo, much less harmful to the planet — about 92% better than the old way.

However, the new method doesn’t fix all the environmental problems of making jeans. Making a single pair of jeans uses a lot of water — enough to fill many bathtubs — from growing the cotton to putting the final touches on the jeans.

Even though the new dyeing process is better for the environment, it’s not always easy or cheap to change to it. Welner’s team isn’t sure if jeans companies will find it easy or affordable to switch to this method. It costs a little bit more — just seven cents extra per pair of jeans — to use the enzyme for dyeing. But Welner believes it’s worth it because it’s much better for the environment.

1. Why was synthetic indigo created in the 20th century?

A．It made jeans’ color unique.	B．It was easy to dye cloth with it.
C．People liked jeans made from it.	D．People were in greater need of jeans.

2. What does the underlined word “decimating” in paragraph 3 mean?

A．Troubling.

B．Entering.

C．Destroying.

D．Defeating.

3. Which is an advantage of the new method?

A．The colour is more beautiful than the synthetic indigo.

B．The market can keep stable goods supplies.

C．Enzyme facilitates the advance of science.

D．The dye is more environmentally friendly.

4. What makes Welner worried about the new method?

A．Production costs.	B．Environmental benefits.
C．Water consumption.	D．Laborer shortage.

8 . How to Become a Morning Person

Everyone knows that early to bed and early to rise is good for health.     1     Here are some ways you can focus on that can help you become a better morning person.

Shift your bedtime.

    2     Most people should aim for at least seven hours a night — so you’ll probably need to inch your bedtime forward as you transition (过渡) to a new schedule. You could fall straight into getting up at your desired time every day, knowing that you’ll feel tired during the transition but will naturally start falling asleep earlier within a few weeks.

Relax before bed.

Don’t watch TV or fiddle around (摆弄) with laptops right before you go to bed because they are shining light into your eyes and maybe even tricking your brain into thinking that it’s earlier than it really is.     3     Try not to do anything too stimulating before bed, and instead focus on relaxing activities like taking a bath or listening to comfortable music.

    4    

The secret to becoming a morning person is exposure to bright light. That’s because light suppresses (抑制) melatonin, a hormone (激素) that plays an important role in circadian (昼夜) rhythm. Natural light is the best, so get outside or open your bedroom window.

Make mornings more pleasant.

Try to schedule something to look forward to in the morning so that getting up feels like less hard. Perhaps a hot cup of coffee, sipped in silence, and the daily crossword puzzle.     5    

A．Lighten up.

B．Work up a sweat.

C．It’s important to make sure you’re getting enough sleep.

D．But many people have great difficulty in getting up early.

E．It’s hard to stop surfing the internet late at night if you’re a night owl.

F．Make sure the light around you is not too bright when it’s close to your bedtime.

G．Knowing that something pleasant awaits can help you take that first painful step out of bed.

9 . A father who wants to help make a city one of the most autism (孤独症) — friendly places in the UK is creating a network of signs to help non-verbal (非言语的) children communicate in public spaces.

Dan Harris, from Peterborough, whose son Joshie is autistic, has gained funding for 100 picture boards in the city. They help people communicate through images. He said, “We no longer want autism to be hidden.” The communication boards include symbols representing common words and phrases that allow non-verbal people to communicate how they are feeling and what they want to do.

The idea for the picture boards came from Mr Harris' son, Joshie, who points to pictures on an electronic tablet (平板电脑) to communicate. Mr Harris said, “He is a very clever little boy, but because he is non-verbal, he has to communicate using different methods. This communication board truly gives him a voice.”

Mr Harris got funding for the first communication board last year. Now government money has been secured through Peterborough City Council to create a network across the city and Mr Harris would like it to go further. “This is a proof of concept. There are about 3,000 autistic people in Peterborough and it's important that the needs of that community are met.” He said he wanted to see the boards introduced across Britain and in other countries. The boards cost £6,000 and are funded through a combination (结合) of charity donations and local government funding.

Mr Harris, who is also the founder of the charity Neurodiversity in Business, which works to raise more awareness, said, “This board is extremely important because it doesn't just help non-verbal people communicate, but it also promotes discussions.” He also said that autism acceptance can only come after autism awareness.

1. Why did Dan Harris create the communication boards in Peterborough?

A．To raise funds for charities.	B．To promote autism awareness.
C．To help non-verbal individuals communicate.	D．To educate the public on special words.

2. How did Dan Harris get the idea for communication boards?

A．His wife first expressed the idea to him.	B．He was greatly inspired by his son.
C．He learned the idea from an electronic tablet.	D．He was affected by other autistic people.

3. From which of the following is the communication boards funded?

A．Donations from local businesses.

B．Government funding and charity contributions.

C．Money collecting events organized by the community.

D．Contributions from-Neurodiversity in Business.

4. Which words best describe Dan Harris?

A．Patient and rich.	B．Humorous and brave.
C．Creative and kind.	D．Honest and determined.

10 . Daniel Hove spent years serving his community in Wisconsin as the Assistant Fire Chief for the Burnsville Fire Department. In 2012, he _________ from the job he loved after doctors diagnosed him with pancreatic (胰腺的) cancer.

Daniel spent years fighting the _________ disease. And he had tons of _________ from friends and family. But his beloved 11-year-old Labrador (拉布拉多猎犬), Gunner, _________ by his side every step of the way.

As Daniel’s _________ grew more difficult, Gunner became ill, too. And he _________ highs and lows right along with his favorite human.

“When my dad would get restless, the dog would be _________,” Daniel’s daughter Heather explained. “So once we   _______ how the dog was doing—he wasn’t moving much anymore and not doing well—we knew, it was coming.”

As Gunner’s suffering hit its peak, Heather _________ knew the dog’s time on Earth was done. Gunner was __________ an animal hospital where the veterinarian put him to __________ forever. And soon after Gunner passed away, Daniel found his __________ was close. About an hour and a half later, Daniel was gone too. __________ in life, the dog and his beloved owner also remained that way in death.

Special friends are placed in our lives. And the story of this dog and his owner is a beautiful __________ that sometimes those furry friends offer lifelong __________ without words.

1.

A．came

B．retired

C．returned

D．suffered

2.

A．common

B．impressive

C．terrible

D．addictive

3.

A．support

B．praise

C．criticism

D．popularity

4.

A．moved

B．swung

C．stopped

D．remained

5.

A．devotion

B．decision

C．battle

D．work

6.

A．experienced

B．enhanced

C．conveyed

D．explored

7.

A．unsatisfied

B．uneasy

C．selfless

D．careless

8.

A．proved

B．inferred

C．guessed

D．saw

9.

A．exactly

B．frequently

C．instantly

D．originally

10.

A．rushed to

B．sent for

C．thrown into

D．dropped by

11.

A．play

B．sleep

C．live

D．wake

12.

A．place

B．healing

C．time

D．liking

13.

A．Inseparable

B．Suitable

C．Countable

D．Unbelievable

14.

A．fashion

B．reminder

C．form

D．encounter

15.

A．process

B．education

C．learning

D．company