1 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Where did the speaker watch the movie?

A．At her own home.

B．In a friends bedroom.

C．At the cinema.

2. Where is the movie set?

A．In an inland city.

B．In a beautiful village.

C．In a seaside town.

3. What does Luka like doing?

A．Hearing others stories.

B．Taking adventure outdoors.

C．Spending time with his families.

4. Why is the friendship threatened?

A．Luka has a terrible secret.

B．Luka’s new friend isn’t a real boy.

C．Luka’s family has to move.

2 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How long did Mike work on his school paper?

A．3 hours.

B．2 hours.

C．1 hour.

2. What happened to the baby elephant?

A．It got injured.

B．It became trapped.

C．It was lost.

3. What did the witness do for the baby elephant?

A．He fed it.

B．He saved it by himself.

C．He called for help.

4. What is the woman’s attitude toward breaking the wall?

A．Opposed.

B．Supportive.

C．Indifferent.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is Frank usually responsible for at home?

A．Doing the washing.

B．Cleaning the house.

C．Preparing the food.

2. What does Frank think Karen should do?

A．Relax more.

B．Study harder.

C．Do some chores.

4 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the house like according to the speakers?

A．It is big enough.

B．It is in poor condition.

C．It has a smooth floor.

2. What might happen to the house according to the woman?

A．It will be sold.

B．It will fall down.

C．It will remain empty.

3. What has the woman heard in the local store?

A．The news of repairs.

B．The sound of an accident.

C．The chat about a business.

4. What might worry the woman about having a hotel next door?

A．The safety.

B．The space.

C．The noise.

5 . The most-visited museums in the United States

The National Museum of Natural History

It is free of charge and is open 364 days a y year. Opening its doors in 1910, the museum has a collection of over 14646 million specimens (标本) of plants, animals, rocks, human remains, and human cultural artifacts, the largest natural history collection in the world. It is also home to about 180 professional natural history scientists who focus on the study of natural and cultural history in the world.

The National Callery of Art

Open to the public and free of charge, the museum was privately established in 1937. Its collection includes many donated works of art. The Gallery’s collection of paintings, drawings, sprints, photographs, medals, and decorative arts traces (追溯) the development of Western art from the Middle Ages to the present, including the only painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the Americas and the largest mobile created by Alexander Calder.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

It is the largest art museum in America. It was s founded in 1870 with its mission to bring art and art education to Americans. The museum’s collection contains works of art dating back to the ancient Near East and ancient Egypt. It includes works of art from many European Old Masters as well as many collections of American art. The museum is home to collection of musical instruments, costumes, and decorative arts.

The Museum of Modern Art

It is an art museum located in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. The institution was conceived (构想) in 1929. It moved to several locations in its early years, and John D. Rockefeller Jr. finally donated the land for its permanent (永久的) site. The collection includes architecture, drawings, paintings, photographs, prints, artists’ books, films, and electronic media.

1. Which museum would you go to if you are curious about Western art history?

A．The National Gallery of Art.	B．The Museum of Modern Art.
C．The Metropolitan Museum of Art.	D．The National Museum of Natural History.

2. Why did people build the Metropolitan Museum of Art in 1870?

A．To store works of art of different countries.	B．To satisfy people’s thirst for museums.
C．To make Americans learn about art.	D．To document American history.

3. What do we know about the Museum of Modern Art?

A．It once changed locations for several times.	B．It was recommended by John D. Rockefeller
C．It has historical and natural collections.	D．It was founded in Midtown Manhattan in 1929.

6 . The NCPA (国家大剧院) has accepted more than four million visitors with a series of 284 exhibitions covering oil paintings, music instruments, intangible cultural heritage and more. The NCPA provides you with performances and shows every day. Whenever you see a sunrise or sunset the curtain her never falls down.

Shape of Music

Shape of Music — A Cross-Sense Experience is an art exhibition jointly launched by the NCPA and the Central Academy of Fine Arts. Visual artists will create animated (动画的) works based on the feelings brought by different music pieces.

The Nutcracker

The ballet The Nutcracker is produced by the Harbin Ballet. Zhang Dandan, the famous ballet artist the head and artistic director of the Harbin Ballet, and the chief director, together with the international choreographer Peter Quanz and many other top domestic and foreign artists, create a large-scale ballet. The ballet has now had its first public performance at the Harbin Grand Theater and has achieved complete success.

Xu Li’s Impressionistic Oil Paintings

It is the first exhibition of new oil paintings by Xu Li in recent years, which gives shape to natural mountains and rivers throughout the country. He continuously pours out his appreciation and perception of the beautiful China

Pear Garden Culture-Themed ART Exhibition

About 100 traditional Chinese paintings and oil paintings are displayed under three themes — “Ancient Tone &New Tune”, “Cultural Inheritance” and “Review for More Knowledge” at the exhibition to introduce, present and spread the opera culture in the form of paintings, promoting the expression of the opera culture through the re-creation of painting art.

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Working hours: 9:30AM-19:30PM (CST) on performance day

9:30AM-18:00PM (CST) for days without performances

1. If you are interested in dancing, which will you probably go for?

A．The Nutcracker.	B．Shape of Music.
C．Xu Li’s Impressionistic Oil Paintings.	D．Pear Garden Culture-Themed ART Exhibition.

2. What do “Shape of Music” and “Pear Garden Culture-Themed ART Exhibition” have in common?

A．They are available for free.	B．They are exhibition of oil paintings.
C．They are re-creation of performing arts.	D．They are related to traditional Chinese culture.

3. Which is the text most likely to be taken from?

A．A website.

B．A brochure

C．A newspaper.

D．A magazine.

7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. When did the man come to the UK?

A．3 years ago.

B．4 years ago.

C．5 years ago.

2. How does the man run his business at its beginning?

A．By hiring many staff.

B．By serving the tables.

C．By working with his wife.

3. Where does the man advertise his business?

A．On TV.

B．In shopping centers.

C．On radio and newspapers.

4. What contributes to the man’s success?

A．The food price.

B．The dining atmosphere.

C．The restaurant location.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，完成下面小题。
1. Who is the woman expressing thanks to?

A．The man.

B．The fans.

C．The sponsor.

2. What is probably the woman?

A．An online celebrity.

B．A travel enthusiast.

C．A magazine editor.

9 . Must-read New Fiction Books

We all have a few tried-and-true fiction favorites, but there’s something special about a brand-new, hot-off-the-press novel. Whether it’s your favorite author’s new release or a new writer’s first work, great fiction books make the perfect escape from ordinary life. That’s why we’ve rounded up a list of the best new books released in February.

Age of Gold by Jerry Lapoor

Jerry Lapoor’s latest action-packed novel unfolds like a crazy movie. This thriller begins when a wealthy man’s car gets out of control. But when the dust settles, the rich man is nowhere to be found. How and to where does he disappear? With an exciting plot that will carry you from old-money houses to small agricultural villages, Age of Cold will take you on an unforgettable ride across a vast land.

City Under One Sky by Rachel Young

In the book, Young presents a crime story set in a small town. Detective Sara Kennedy has been sent to investigate a case. But soon after arrival, Sara gets snowed in with the 205 townsfolk living in the same apartment building. Who is hiding the key to the crime? And is there anyone she can truly trust? The appealing story, strange but distinctive characters and unexpected plot are just a few of the reasons why City Under One Sky gains its popularity.

Lady by Jess George

Lady is an irresistible fiction from Jess George. The story of Mary’s fresh start at adulthood is shot through with themes of family, race and discrimination, womanhood and the immigrant reality of feeling torn between cultures. Though struggling with life in London as an African, Mary jumps at every chance to stand on her own feet.

1. What will impress the readers in Age of Gold?

A．The thrilling plot.	B．Traditional cultures.
C．The family conflict.	D．Crazy characters.

2. What happens to Sara Kennedy in City Under One Sky?

A．She is trapped in the snow.	B．She is to investigate a case abroad.
C．She hides the key evidence.	D．She has trouble discovering the truth.

3. Which is likely to be the main theme of Lady?

A．Self-reliance.	B．Gender equality.
C．Domestic violence.	D．Cross-cultural communication.

10 . Thanks to artificial intelligence, education is more accessible and efficient than ever. To give you an overview of the industry, we round up some AI technology applied in education.

Duolingo

Duolingo provides listening, reading and speaking exercises in dozens of global languages, all the while providing aspects of gamification to keep users coming back. By applying AI, Duolingo’s lessons are paced and leveled specifically for each student according to their performance. It also uses data and machine learning to make course improvements, taking into consideration the differences of various languages.

Amira Learning

Amira Learning is a virtual learning application created to accelerate young students’ reading comprehension. Using AI technology, Amira has students read stories aloud and can assess oral reading fluency as well as identify areas for improvement. For teachers and parents, Amira also provides services such as student progress reports and dyslexia (阅读障碍) risk screening.

Blippar

Blippar’s products combine computer vision intelligence technology and augmented reality to enhance the way students learn in the classroom. The interactive materials bring subjects like geography, biology and physics to a visual space. For example, instead of reading about a volcanic eruption, the system shows students a virtual 3D model of the eruption process.

Nuance

Nuance makes speech-to-text software used by students and faculty to transcribe (转成) up to 160 words per minute. The technology is especially helpful for students who struggle with writing or have limited mobility. It also enhances spelling ability and word identification. Instructors use the software to dictate lectures for later use or quicken repetitive tasks like document and email creation.

1. Which platform uses gamification to engage users in language learning?

A．Amira Learning.	B．Blippar.
C．Nuance.	D．Duolingo.

2. What is the primary focus of Amira Learning?

A．Speech-to-text software.

B．Reading comprehension.

C．Computer vision intelligence technology.

D．Personalized language learning with gamification.

3. What do Blippar and Nuance have in common?

A．They focus on language learning.

B．They specialize in science subjects.

C．They use technology to aid learning.

D．They offer computer programming courses.