1. What was the writing subject about last year?
A.A bedroom. | B.A place. | C.Food. |
A.Teenagers. | B.Middle-aged people. | C.Old people. |
A.500 dollars. | B.Free tickets to a zoo. | C.The club’s magazines. |
A.The 4th next month. | B.The 14th next month. | C.The 25th next month. |
Vivid in my memory remains the scene when my dad gathered our family in the living room. After nearly eleven months of unemployment, we could sense what this meant. Even though my dad usually had a way with words, he skirted around saying what we knew was coming. Finally, he uttered the decisive words, “I accepted a new job.”And in turn, I had to accept my fate.
I blurted out the obvious question, “Where?” Before my father could finish saying “Austin, Texas,” I had burst into tears, practically inconsolable (伤心欲绝的). I would have to completely start over, which was less than ideal for a sophomore in high school. My crying continued well into the night. After that I was done. Not another tear fell.
Following that December night, I became numb, withdrawing into myself in an attempt to make leaving seem painless. While my dad commuted back and forth between California and Texas, I was allowed to finish out the school year.
This transition left me with six months to manage my relationships with those who cared about me. I couldn’t help but feel a pang of sadness knowing that soon I would bid farewell to the familiar faces and cherished memories that defined my high school years. As a result, I felt detached (不带感情的), as if living a double life while hiding my departure from my friends and acquaintances. Consumed by self-pity, I began questioning the purpose of engaging in the world around me, knowing that my time there was limited.
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I sank into depression until one day my parents walked into my room.
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From that day on, I decided to face the next six months positively.
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3 . Broadway Musicals Quiz
The Enchanted Clock tower
In a small village nestled in the mountains, a mysterious clock tower is rumored to possess magical powers. When young siblings Anna and Jack stumble (偶然碰见) upon it, they are transported back in time to an era of knights and dragons. Now, they must find a way to return home before they become trapped in the past forever.
Rhythms of the Heart
Follow the journey of a struggling dance troupe as they compete in a prestigious competition that could make or break their dreams. With tensions running high and personal rivalries (对抗) threatening to tear them apart, the dancers must learn to trust each other and find the courage to shine on stage.
Echoes of Eternity
Set against the backdrop of a post-apocalyptic world (后世界末日), this musical follows a group of survivors as they search for hope and redemption in a desolate landscape. As they face their past mistakes and inner demons, they discover that the key to their future lies in the bonds of friendship and the power of love.
Whispers in the Wind
In a quaint seaside town, a young girl discovers a hidden treasure map that leads her on a thrilling adventure. Along the way, she encounters a colorful cast of characters, including pirates, mermaids, and mythical creatures, as she unlocks the secrets of the past and her true destiny.
1. What is the central theme of Rhythms of the Heart?A.Adventure and discovery. | B.Time travel and magic. |
C.Friendship and teamwork. | D.Hope and redemption. |
A.The Enchanted Clocktower. | B.Rhythms of the Heart. |
C.Echoes of Eternity. | D.Whispers in the Wind. |
A.Searching for hidden treasure. |
B.Competing in a dance competition. |
C.Surviving in a post-apocalyptic world. |
D.Exploring a mysterious clocktower. |
4 . About four weeks ago, our dear little Persian cat Ashleigh Faith died at the age of 16, for which we felt sad. We
Recently, our neighbor called and
A.adored | B.adopted | C.comforted | D.recognized |
A.eat | B.play | C.bark | D.sleep |
A.shy | B.smart | C.tiny | D.cute |
A.flying | B.pacing | C.rolling | D.travelling |
A.turning around | B.cheering up | C.settling in | D.dropping on |
A.eyes | B.hearts | C.clothes | D.walls |
A.tough | B.cold | C.embarrassing | D.relaxing |
A.secretly | B.anxiously | C.calmly | D.enthusiastically |
A.care for | B.rely on | C.come across | D.stare at |
A.shelter | B.mail | C.hide | D.carry |
A.amazingly | B.strangely | C.eventually | D.instantly |
A.disappointing | B.depressing | C.appealing | D.promising |
A.reliable | B.active | C.discouraged | D.disconnected |
A.watches | B.helps | C.fancies | D.approaches |
A.protect | B.drive | C.disturb | D.greet |
5 . After years of writing papers and cramming for tests, many young travelers look forward to their cap toss and the celebratory trip, which serves the purpose of celebrating the completion of this phase of schooling.
Danube River, Europe
Experience Europe by booking your family on a Danube River Cruise to have a great trip with your college-age kids. You can visit eight cities in four different countries as you cruise from Germany to Hungary, having a peep into European history and culture.
New York City, New York
If your college-going kids are into theater, a visit to New York City’s Broadway will be the perfect family vacation destination you can gift them. There is some new show that’s happening there always and could even be on the bucket list of the young adults in your family!
London, England
If your young ones have been bitten by the Harry Potter bug, a visit to the Wizarding World in London will be irresistible for them. See Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in his West End home, and then proceed to the Palace Theatre.
Kruger National Park, South Africa
South Africa’s Kruger National Park covers nearly two million hectares of land with a wide diversity of life forms along with historical and archaeological sights. The Cape buffalo, African elephant, leopard, the fish eagle and Marula trees are within sight.
For more information, please refer to the chart below:
Ratings | Danube River, Europe | New York City, New York | London, England | Kruger National Park, South Africa |
Activities Attractions | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Affordability | 3/5 | 4/5 | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Safety | 4/5 | 3. 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Accessibility | 3/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Accommodation Options | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 | 4/5 |
A.Danube River, Europe. | B.New York City, New York. |
C.London, England. | D.Kruger National Park, South Africa. |
A.Accommodation choices. | B.Financial costs. |
C.Personal security. | D.Transport system. |
A.Graduates. | B.Parents. | C.Travel bloggers. | D.Tour guides. |
6 . Family Vacations in Hawaii
Whether your interests are history, native cultures, hiking, water sports, or simply relaxing in the sun, Hawaii has abundant choices to keep you and your family entertained.
Waikiki BeachThis famous two-mile stretch of sand is home to scores of family-friendly beach hotels and all kinds of action-packed excitement. Waikiki Beach is the perfect place to go if you’re looking for warm ocean water and golden beaches. Kids will enjoy walking along the beach, stopping for shaved ice or an ice cream and taking a dip in a safe area of the ocean.
Oahu’s North ShoreSome of the tallest ocean waves in the world are found at Oahu, Hawaii’s North Shore coastline during the winter months. These crashing walls of water are born for surfing and offer one of the best free shows on the islands. The North Shore is home to world-class surf contests, attracting the world’s top surfers.
Polynesian Cultural CenterNothing appeals to the whole family like Hawaiian past coming alive. Besides, the colorful costumes, lively songs, and traditional dances in the Pacific region are presented here. You’ll see customs of Fiji, New Zealand, Marquesas, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga, and Hawaii all represented in Polynesian Cultural Center’s re-created island villages, which is decorated with palm trees and tropical gardens.
Waimea Canyon (峡谷) State ParkMore than 3,500 feet deep, this landmark on Hawaii’s island of Kauai is the largest canyon in the Pacific. Unlike Grand Canyon, plentiful rain keeps Waimea Canyon and its surrounding area thick with vegetation (植被), and visitors are frequently treated to the sight of vivid rainbows. It offers a great canyon view and a covered picnic area.
1. What makes Oahu’s North Shore known to the world?A.Its best free cultural shows. | B.Its family-friendly beach hotels. |
C.Having the tallest coastline. | D.Being a perfect place for surfing. |
A.Waikiki Beach. | B.Oahu’s North Shore. |
C.Polynesian Cultural Center. | D.Waimea Canyon State Park. |
A.It has a covered picnic area. | B.It has a depth of over 3,500 feet. |
C.It’s rich in plants and rainfall. | D.It owns a unique kind of vegetation. |
7 . This is Your Dream Dance
With growing evidence that dancing helps boost brain health and manage symptoms of neurocognitive (神经认知的) and movement disorders, accessible dance programmes and movement therapists are helping improve the lives of millions.
There’s actually a lot more happening inside the brain when trying to follow even the simplest choreography (舞蹈编排). “In dance class, we have to learn patterns, and remember sequences,” says David Leventhal, a programme director. The effect extends beyond the dance class to the real world.
In addition to the physical and neurological benefits, dance can also help people living with disease make out what their bodies can and can’t do. Rather than trying to control, or “fix” our body, dance is about developing greater body awareness and moving at our capacity, regardless of physical or cognitive difference.
● Dance as communityStill, researchers say they’re only scratching the surface of understanding how dance can be used therapeutically.
A.Dance as body acceptance |
B.Dance as physical exercise |
C.The uniqueness of dance as a therapy lies in the following aspects |
D.Dancing requires more “brain power” than simpler repetitive exercises |
E.Perhaps one of the biggest benefits of dance is the sense of belonging it creates |
F.Larger studies are needed to confirm the findings of the smaller trials that have been done |
G.Tasks like navigating the kitchen or walking to the bus stop can be more attainable after dancing |
8 . In a small, rough shipyard on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica, a small team is building what they say will be the world’s largest ocean-going clean cargo ship.
Ceiba is the first ship built by Sailcargo, a company trying to prove that zero-carbon shipping is possible, and commercially available. Made largely of wood, Ceiba combines both very old and very new technology: sailing masts stand alongside solar panels, a uniquely designed electric engine and batteries. Once on the water, she will be capable of crossing oceans entirely without the use of fossil fuels, which sets her apart.
“The thing that is striking is the fact that she’ll have one of the largest marine electric engines of her kind in the world,” Danielle Doggett said. The system also has the means to capture energy from underwater propellers (螺旋桨) as well as solar power, so electricity will be available for the engine when needed. “Really, the only limit on how long she can stay at sea is water and food on board for the crew.”
Despite some hold-ups due to the global disaster, the team hopes to get her on the water by the end of 2024 and operating by 2025, when she will begin transporting cargo between Costa Rica and Canada.
“There are actually loads of innovations happening that could transform shipping emissions, but few companies are willing to apply them to building ships like Ceiba.” says Lucy Gilliam. “So it’s not that we don’t have great ideas. The problem that we have is that fossil fuels are still too cheap. And we don’t have the rules to force people to take up the new technology.”
When it comes to promoting this kind of boat, it has to be said that Ceiba is small for a cargo ship — tiny in fact. She will carry around nine standard shipping containers. She is also relatively slow. Being a world-first, there are some aspects of Ceiba’s design that have yet to be proven at sea.
1. What is unique about Ceiba as a cargo ship?A.It is the world’s largest. | B.It is environment-friendly. |
C.It is wooden with old technology. | D.It is modern with unique equipment. |
A.The size of the sail. | B.The weather of the ocean. |
C.The power of the electric engine. | D.The quantity of the living supplies. |
A.The rules are disobeyed. | B.The fuels are affordable. |
C.The bigger ships are preferable. | D.The innovations are distrusted. |
A.Objective. | B.Doubtful. | C.Critical. | D.Favorable. |
The University of Cambridge welcomes applications from suitably qualified international students. We recognize the great academic and cultural value of a diverse student body. Admitting students from outside the UK allows us to seek talent from the widest possible pool.
Attracting so many talented international applicants means competition for places is fierce. However, academic achievement and potential remain the selection criteria for senior high school candidates.
The application processThe application process is the same for all applicants. Whilst much of the information presented on this website is focused on GCE, and A Levels, many other school and national examinations at an equal level are also acceptable.
All applications to UK universities are made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS), which operates on a pre-qualification basis where offers are made in advance of applicants achieving their final grades. Offer holders are finally confirmed or rejected once the results for the relevant qualifications are received.
UCAS will require applicants’ predicted grades. A predicted grade is the grade of qualification an applicant’s school believes they are likely to achieve, all things being well. These predicted grades are used during the admissions process to help the University understand each applicant’s potential.
For a step-by-step guide, please refer to our main Applying pages.Application fee
Most international applicants are required to pay an application fee of £60. This is a standard charge that supports the administration of the application process and maintenance of the systems used in this process. See Terms and conditions of the application fee.
1. Why does the Cambridge university welcome overseas students?A.They are foreigners. |
B.They are more qualified than local students. |
C.They will provide diversity for the campus. |
D.They will be recognized by the UK government. |
A.Gaokao results can play a part. |
B.International experience is a must. |
C.An offer is the guarantee of admission. |
D.Applicant’s school can predict the result. |
A.A British twelfth grader. |
B.A Hong Kong eleventh grader. |
C.A student in Peking University. |
D.A junior high school student from Beijing. |
10 . As my son entered adolescence, we spent most of our time in separate rooms. I know it’s
I saw him
Travelling meant we were more like
A.interesting | B.natural | C.Strange | D.legal |
A.pick | B.keep | C.draw | D.talk |
A.Driven | B.Burdened | C.Touched | D.Improved |
A.dropped by | B.got through | C.looked up | D.headed to |
A.lucky | B.tidy | C.sleepy | D.busy |
A.friends | B.plans | C.mood | D.chance |
A.fighting | B.stopping | C.begging | D.hunting |
A.space | B.news | C.value | D.money |
A.assistant | B.passenger | C.resident | D.guide |
A.maintain | B.fix | C.observe | D.hire |
A.differently | B.immediately | C.accurately | D.traditionally |
A.stand | B.gather | C.freeze | D.hold |
A.impact | B.strike | C.negotiate | D.progress |
A.streams | B.tourists | C.actors | D.equals |
A.dream | B.child | C.male | D.future |