1 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What is the Manuscript Writing Cafe designed to do?

A．Help writers reduce stress.

B．Offer a place for writers to meet.

C．Enable writers to progress with their writing.

2. What do we know about the cafe?

A．It has strict rules.

B．It serves book authors only.

C．It is designed in an artistic way.

3. What should writers tell the staff of the cafe?

A．Their target group.

B．Their writing goals.

C．Their departure time.

4. How will writers pay the bill?

A．By day.

B．By hour.

C．By half-hour.

2 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Where did the woman see the man yesterday?

A．In the hall.

B．At the reception.

C．By the changing rooms.

2. What is inside the woman’s bag?

A．A book.

B．Some clothes.

C．A towel.

3. What does the man mean in the end?

A．He forgot the color of the bag.

B．The receptionist has found the woman’s bag.

C．The bag he handed in doesn’t belong to the woman’s.

3 . 妈妈目不转睛地看电视的时候孩子们把家里搞得乱七八糟。
The children messed up the house when their mother ______ ______ ______ the TV.

4 . 南昌起义采取了武装斗争的形式。
Nanchang Uprising ______ ______ ______ ______ armed struggle.

5 . 他们快到达船上时一个人影从他们身旁飞驰而过。
They had almost reached the boat when a figure ______ ______ them.

6 . 虽然电动自行车最早出现在上世纪90年代，更便宜的选择和更持久的电池正在给这一概念注入活力。
Although e-bikes first appeared in the 90s, cheaper options and longer-lasting batteries are ______ ______ ______ the concept.

7 . The students learned about the harmful effects of pollution on the environment, especially how d______ it can be to wildlife habitats. (根据首字母单词拼写)

8 . Every weekend my parents give me $100. I bet you think I’m really spoiled (宠坏的). Think again!

It all started when I wanted a really cool _________. I asked my parents to buy it for me but they said I would have to buy with my own money. “But it’s only $100!” I _________. An hour later, my parents _________ there would be a family meeting at dinner.

They _________ the meeting with the words, “We’ve been thinking about how to give you more _________ in our family.” They brought up several “new ways” I could “have more say.” One way was to allow me to _________ for the family. Each Saturday, I was to be given $100 — along with a shopping _________. It was up to me to buy everything on it. Whatever money was _________, whether two dollars or thirty, was mine and I could _________ however I wanted — whether to buy toys, books, jackets, or even a bicycle. My parents’ $100-a-week plan gives me real __________ to shop for the best bargains (特价商品). I __________ prices on every single item on my list before I __________ what to put in my basket.

My parents’ clever plan has turned me into a __________ shopper. Now, when I finally save enough money, that cool bicycle doesn’t just ________ a mere purchase; it stands as a symbol of my __________ success.

1.

A．bar

B．slide

C．bicycle

D．band

2.

A．complained

B．apologized

C．confirmed

D．informed

3.

A．indicated

B．proposed

C．announced

D．admitted

4.

A．arranged

B．concluded

C．attended

D．opened

5.

A．freedom

B．say

C．trust

D．support

6.

A．cook

B．pay

C．care

D．shop

7.

A．list

B．basket

C．center

D．guide

8.

A．brought up

B．passed down

C．left over

D．handed over

9.

A．exchange

B．spend

C．donate

D．save

10.

A．excuse

B．challenge

C．motivation

D．advantage

11.

A．compare

B．charge

C．reduce

D．recall

12.

A．agree

B．decide

C．explain

D．recognize

13.

A．modest

B．wise

C．creative

D．mean

14.

A．represent

B．relieve

C．request

D．replace

15.

A．ready-made

B．last-minute

C．short-term

D．hard-earned

9 . I loved books from a very young age, and they opened my mind to all kinds of possibilities. I journeyed with Meg Murry to save her family; I learned about friendship and sacrifice (牺牲) from Charlotte’s Web. Books helped me understand what it was like to walk in someone else’s shoes; they helped me dream about imaginary worlds.

Despite reading all kinds of stories, I never read one about someone like me. I didn’t realize what I was missing until as an adult, I finally read a story that reflected some of my personal experiences. That book was The Namesake. This was world-changing for me. It made me recognize how powerful it is to see yourself in a book, and it made me realize that every person — especially every young person — deserves to feel this way.

While my children were growing up, we read all kinds of books together, and the range of voices in children’s literature was wider ... but still not wide enough.

When I started writing, it took me a while to stop writing about “typical” Americans and start writing about people who shared my own background. I still hadn’t truly realized that others might be interested in reading stories about people like me — that our stories are worthy of being told. Once I started writing these kinds of stories, I couldn’t stop.

I’m honored to join so many authors from diverse backgrounds who are writing books for young people today. We use our lived experiences and our imaginations to bring new stories to light — stories that reflect the incredible world in which we live.

Looking forward, I hope to see an even greater range of stories in children’s literature. To prepare to be a citizen in our diverse world, every child needs to gain insight into people who are not exactly like them. And I hope that every child gets to experience the thrill of seeing themselves in a book so they know they are understood, appreciated, and loved, so they recognize that they can be the heroes of their own stories.

1. Which word best describes the author’s relationship with books as a child?

A．Cooperative.

B．Sensitive.

C．Inseparable.

D．Uncomfortable.

2. What did the author realize after reading The Namesake?

A．The power of a reflection of one’s own life in literature.

B．The ability of adults to appreciate the impact of literature.

C．The necessity for authors to share their own experiences.

D．The poor quality of children’s literature on an individual.

3. What does the underlined word “thrill” mean in the last paragraph?

A．Relief.

B．Surprise.

C．Anxiety.

D．Excitement.

4. What can be a suitable title for the text?

A．Reading journey: journeys for your adventures

B．Seeing ourselves: stories worthy of being told

C．Original stories: stories that are not adapted

D．Books of my life: books affecting me most

10 . Teen Docent Program

Are you looking to impact the community while learning valuable skills? Join the Teen Docent (讲解员) Program at Los Altos History Museum! Teen Docents interact with museum professionals and community members while experiencing a look at museum magic in action.

Once accepted into the Program, you will be invited to a welcome reception on May 7. In early summer, you will join in a one-week, intensive seminar (集中研讨会) from 10 A. m.-2 p. m.. Upon completion of the seminar, participants will become official Museum Teen Docents. Teen Docents are an important part of the Museum, interacting with visitors, leading tours, and helping to plan important museum events.

Why Join
You will:
*Work in an interactive environment, educate the public on local history and create community
*Learn valuable skills and gain real work experience
Who We Are Looking for
You have:
*Appreciation for history and community
*Interest in public speaking and community engagement
Requirements
You:
*Are a currently enrolled (注册) high school student
*Can complete and hand in the application no later than April 14, 2024
*Are available for a one-week, 10 a. m.-2 p. m. intensive seminar starting on June 15 or July 15
*Can commit to a minimum of 2-4 hours per month for in-person work at the Museum from July2024-June 2025
1. What do the applicants have to do before becoming official Museum Teen Docents?

A．Help make a plan of a museum event.	B．Interact with museum professionals.
C．Finish a one-week intensive seminar.	D．Lead an actual tour of the museum.

2. Who is the Museum looking for?

A．A teenager who has previous volunteering experience.

B．A teenager who has enthusiasm for the public speaking.

C．A teenager who can engage in at least 4 hours per month.

D．A teenager who has visited varieties of museums in person.

3. When is the deadline for the application?

A．April 14, 2024.

B．May 7, 2024.

C．June 15, 2024.

D．July 15, 2024.