1 . Dad had been a lumberjack (伐木工). As the years passed on, he became angry whenever he couldn’t do something he had done as a(n) _________ man. Four days after his sixty-seventh birthday, Dad had a heart attack and was_________ into an operating room. He survived. But his passion for life was_______.

My husband, Dick, and I invited Dad to live with us on our small farm. We hoped the fresh _________air would help him adjust. Within a week after he moved in, I_________. He complained at everything I did. I called a mental health center that recommended an article describing a group of patients under treatment for_________. Yet their health had improved greatly when given_________ for a dog.

I drove to the animal shelter that afternoon and back home with a dog.

When I reached the house, I helped my_________ out of the car and said “Dad! Look what I got for you!” Dad looked, then pulled a face. “If I had wanted a dog, I would have picked a better one. Keep it to yourself!” Anger rose _________ me. “You’d better get used to him, Dad. He’s staying!”

Dad just ignored me, when suddenly the dog__________ my dad and sat down. Then slowly, he raised his paw...Dad remained silent. The dog waited __________. Then Dad was on his knees __________the animal.

It was the__________of a warm and loving friendship. Dad and the pet were__________throughout the next three years. Dad’s bitterness__________ , and they made many friends.

1.

A．older

B．younger

C．happier

D．luckier

2.

A．rushed

B．forced

C．kept

D．transformed

3.

A．consistent

B．fresh

C．gone

D．troublesome

4.

A．town

B．countryside

C．city

D．state

5.

A．cried

B．smiled

C．regretted

D．opposed

6.

A．depression

B．disappointment

C．fitness

D．confusion

7.

A．devotion

B．commitment

C．treatment

D．responsibility

8.

A．prize

B．company

C．burden

D．reward

9.

A．nearby

B．along

C．on

D．inside

10.

A．closed

B．barked

C．annoyed

D．neared

11.

A．anxiously

B．delightedly

C．patiently

D．bitterly

12.

A．bringing up

B．picking up

C．pulling up

D．catching up

13.

A．beginning

B．resolution

C．addition

D．display

14.

A．undisturbed

B．incredible

C．inseparable

D．unattended

15.

A．arose

B．decreased

C．restored

D．faded

2 . Why does the man always get to the office early?

A．He takes some shortcuts.

B．He leaves home super early.

C．He lives close to the company.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the man doing?

A．Making an appointment.

B．Giving some advice.

C．Seeking after-sales service.

2. When will the high-speed Internet be installed?

A．At 3:00 p.m. on Friday.

B．At 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.

C．At 11:30 a.m. on Saturday.

3. What information does the woman ask the man to give?

A．His home address.

B．His email address.

C．His phone number.

4 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What does the man tell the woman?

A．He can’t eat at home tonight.

B．He can’t go home today.

C．He might be late for dinner.

2. Why is the man busy these days?

A．He just joined a new company.

B．He just established his business.

C．His boss gives him lots of extra work.

5 . What is Jack going to do on May Day?

A．Stay at home.

B．Take a trip to the zoo.

C．Have fun in Disneyland.

6 . 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

7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why did the man drink?

A．He just did it for fun.

B．It was part of his life.

C．He was showing his bravery.

2. What has the woman been teaching the man?

A．To be responsible for other people’s lives.

B．To know right from wrong.

C．Never to neglect his responsibilities.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why does the woman feel unhappy?

A．The Molinas don’t treat her nicely.

B．The letter reminded her of her family.

C．She has nobody to talk to.

2. What will the woman probably do after the conversation?

A．Go to a restaurant.

B．Go shopping.

C．Visit her parents.

3. What can we know about the man?

A．He has bought a new walkman.

B．He lost the photograph of his family.

C．He doesn’t like his math teacher.

9 . Brittany, a land of myths and legends, is a region with a true spirit of adventure so there are plenty of attractions for active children, whether they like climbing heights, admiring the world under the sea, or even exploring ancient buildings.

Château de Fougères

Who is the King of the castle? The children’s imaginations can run wild at this medieval enchanted castle. This is one of the largest surviving castles in Europe. There are beautiful views across the Breton countryside as you stroll along the ramparts (城墙). The children will love exploring the many towers and turrets (塔楼) of this magnificent castle.

Forêt Adrénaline Rennes

This is an amazing tree top adventure park located on the outskirts of Rennes. Forêt Adrénaline Rennes is perfect for children that need to burn off lots of energy. There are eight tree top routes intended for ages 2 and over, the Black Panther route, 20 m up in the trees and a kilometer-long route made up of five zip wires. There is something for every daredevil here.

Océanopolis

Children will be in their element by the underwater world of Océanopolis with 77 aquariums filled with 10,000 animals from 1,000 different species across the world. Seals, penguins, sharks, and thousands of fish from the tropical, temperate, and polar oceans all live here in Brest in this amazing sea life park.

Village de Poul-Fetan

If you want to discover Breton life back in the 19th century, then this restored village would be a perfect place to visit. You can watch people in historical costume as they demonstrate traditional crafts and techniques including butter churning, pottery making and wool spinning. You can also watch livestock being milked and there is a chance to join in the demonstrations.

1. What is special about Château de Fougères?

A．Its high cost.

B．Its large size.

C．Its long history.

D．Its tall towers.

2. Where should a tourist go if his kid loves sea animals?

A．Océanopolis.	B．Forêt Adrénaline Rennes.
C．Château de Fougères.	D．Village de Poul-Fetan.

3. What can tourists do in Village de Poul-Fetan?

A．Make pottery and spin wood.	B．Demonstrate traditional crafts.
C．Milk the livestock.	D．Watch livestock performance.

10 . There’re around 50 countries in Europe so you’ll have plenty of options for where to visit. And, with such a diverse set of cultures, it’s impossible to give specific tips for everything in one guide. This Europe guide will give you an overview of Europe and has general tips and tricks you need to start planning your trip around the continent.

Tour the Greek islands

These islands are the mecca of summer beach fun. The island of Ios is party central, Kos and Crete are popular destinations for Brits, Santorini has history, Mykonos has luxurious hotels and yachts, and Naxos is quiet. With hundreds of islands, you can always find what you are looking for!

Ride the rails

Europe is famous for its international rail system. Rail passes like the Eurail Pass make it easy to get from country to country on a relatively small budget (and with lots of flexibility). The Eurail Global Pass covers travel in 33 countries around Europe, including night trains, making it entirely possible to travel all of Europe without a single flight. Riding the European rails is one of the best ways to get around and see the continent on a budget.

Get lost in Paris

The city of lights is everything people say it is. Poets, artists, playwrights, writers, journalists, and more have all written about their love of this city. It’s a place that exudes culture, sophistication, class, and style. The food, the wine, the atmosphere, the history; it’s hard not to see the magic. It would take years to see everything here, but you can get a good feel of the city in a few days.

Hit the Alps

Whether you go skiing in winter or hiking in summer, the Alps hold some of the most breathtaking views in the world. For a popular multi-day hike, check out the Tour du Mont Blanc, an epic 7—11 day hike through France, Italy, and Switzerland. For winter visits, expect to pay at least 75 EUR per day for a lift pass to ski/snowboard.

1. Which island will you choose if you have adequate budget?

A．Mykonos.

B．Santorini.

C．Kos.

D．Naxos.

2. Which is the best way to get around Europe for a tourist on a budget?

A．By bus.

B．By train.

C．By air.

D．By car.

3. What can a tourist do in the Alps?

A．Hike in winter.	B．Hunt in the forest.
C．Climb over the rocks.	D．Enjoy the beautiful view.