1 . The following are some of the most recognizable names in art history.

Leonardo da Vinci

Leonardo da Vinci, born in 1452 in Tuscany, Italy, was a genius. His one-of-a-kind gift was expressing human emotions, which earned him a name from an early age. He kept painting until his death in France in 1519. His Mona Lisa is a painting that was originally left incomplete but has become the world’s most famous picture.

Vincent van Gogh

Vincent van Gogh, born in the Netherlands in 1853, is widely regarded as one of the finest post - impressionist painters of all time. He did not become an artist until he was in his late twenties. In 1886, he traveled to Paris, where he met Paul Gauguin, who encouraged Van Gogh to develop his own style. He died in 1890 after suffering from mental health problems. Van Gogh became famous after his death.

Claude Monet

Claude Monet, born in Paris in 1840, was a talented French artist who is widely considered as one of the most important painters. He was recognized for his talents when he was young and he was the first to employ oil and outdoor methods. The word “impressionism” was created after his picture Impression, Sunrise. Monet died at age 86.

Pablo Picasso

Pablo Picasso was born in Malaga, Spain, in late 1881. He began drawing at a young age and had gotten his first lessons in the use of oil paints from his father by the time he was seven. In 1900, he moved to Paris and sold his first painting there. He made significant contributions to the progress of modern art. He passed away in 1973.

1. Which of the following painters lives the longest?

A．Leonardo da Vinci.

B．Vincent van Gogh.

C．Claude Monet.

D．Pablo Picasso.

2. What do we know about Monet?

A．He inspired Van Gogh.

B．He was taught by his father.

C．He suffered mental health problems.

D．He led to the birth of impressionism.

3. What do the four painters have in common?

A．They are all impressionists.

B．They liked painting outdoors.

C．They all had experiences in France.

D．They were recognized in their life time.

2 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Liu Daiyu and her cousin Liu Qian paid a visit to Canada. They spent a couple of days in Vancouver seeing the sights. In order to catch the train to Lake Louise, the two girls     1     (arise) early and took the breakfast. Upon their     2     (arrive), seeing the breathtaking scenery, they were fascinated by the beauty immediately.

3 . Four best thrift (节俭) stores in New York

Housing Works

•Address: NYC Multiple Locations

•Opening Hours: 11 am-7 pm Monday-Saturday; 12 pm-5 pm Sunday

Housing Works has locations offering many second-hand treasures all throughout the city, including the Upper East Side. It’s a great place for thrifters living in the area or visiting the neighborhood. Whether you’re looking for clothing, shoes, or even furniture, Housing Works is always worth the stop. The stores also support the unhoused and those living with HIV/AIDS, so you know you’re helping out a great cause by shopping there.

Chelsea Flea

•Address: 729 West 25th St, btw 6 Ave + B’ way
•Opening Hours: 8 am-4 pm Saturday-Sunday

Open year round on Saturdays and Sundays, the Chelsea Flea market is truly a full weekend adventure! There are thrift shops selling everything from antiques to jewelry (珠宝), and even great food options. And of course, you’ll find many sellers offering some of the coolest and most unique vintage (老式的) clothing in all of NYC!

AuH20

•Address: 84 E 7th St, NY, NY 10003
•Opening Hours: 12 pm-7 pm Tuesday-Sunday

This is definitely one of the best places to find a bargain on clothes. You can find tons of items priced between $5-$40, so you won’t blow your budget even if you pick out a few new pieces. This neighborhood store is a highlight of the East Village shopping scene, and should be on everyone’s list of the best thrift stores in NYC.

Celene’s Thrift Shop

•Address: 568 Grandview Ave, Queens, NY, 11385
•Opening Hours: 9 am--7 pm Monday-Saturday; Closed Sunday

Definitely one of the friendliest thrift stores in New York, this is a small but crowded space that offers tons of cool and unique vintage clothes and items. It’s such a great environment to shop, and you can always find what you’re looking for or something you didn’t even know you needed!

1. What is special about Housing Works?

A．It is closed on holidays.	B．It supports charitable causes.
C．It is famous for its vintage treasures.	D．It is limited to a few specific places.

2. Where can customers buy cheap clothes after 6 pm on Sunday?

A．AuH20.

B．Chelsea Flea.

C．Housing Works.

D．Celene’s Thrift Shop.

3. What do Chelsea Flea and Celene’s Thrift Shop have in common?

A．They offer a friendly dining experience.	B．They are open every day all year round.
C．They have the same opening hours.	D．They sell special vintage clothing.

4 . Alice, age 9:"Mom, do I have to brush my hair today?"

Me: Um, yes, it would be great if you could brush your hair every day!

In Alice's world, brushing her hair was an inconvenient nuisance(令人讨厌的事).I knew back then that this feeling would not last forever. One day I would pry (撬开) her hairbrush out of her hand and tear her away from the mirror. Five years later, my prediction has come true.

At age 14, there is no such thing for Alice as a spur-of-the-moment(一时兴起的) trip outside of the house. She is, indeed, obsessed with her physical appearance. Hair has to be brushed, makeup applied, and clothes changed many times before she can even think about leaving the house.

We have spoken at length about how looks don't matter and that being a good, kind and compassionate person in this world is way more important than any aesthetic(审美观).Each time we have this conversation, Alice reminds me that she knows technically looks aren't important. But when she looks good on the outside, she feels more confident on the inside. In turn, that makes her a kinder, more compassionate and more understanding person.

So while I will never be happy to see my daughter try on many shirts only to pick the first one she tried, or spend an hour getting ready for an event when the rest of the family were ready in 10 minutes, I know this is something she needs to do. Creating an identity for herself as an individual outside of her family unit is a natural and necessary part of the teenage process.

And just as she learned over the years that hair-brushing is probably a good idea, so will she hopefully learn that sometimes it's okay to go out in a less-than-perfect outfit or without makeup. Somewhere deep down,her freewheeling 9-year-old self still knows that.

1. What was the author's prediction about Alice?

A．She would avoid looking in the mirror.

B．She would refuse to stay at home all the time.

C．She would be very concerned about her appearance.

D．She would forget to brush her hair before going out.

2. Why does Alice spend time on her appearance?

A．To impress others.	B．To make herself feel better.
C．To display her unique personality.	D．To attract kind people as friends.

3. What is the author's attitude toward Alice's behavior?

A．Worried.

B．Indifferent.

C．Disappointed.

D．Understanding.

4. What lesson does the author hope Alice will learn?

A．She cannot meet everyone's needs.

B．She should learn some makeup skills.

C．She needs to learn a lot as she grows up.

D．She doesn't always have to go out with a perfect image.

5 . When did the woman discover her glasses were at home?

A．When she drank coffee.

B．When she intended to read a book.

C．When she was attending a meeting.

6 . Why is the man smiling?

A．He has won a lot of money.

B．His application has been accepted.

C．He has been invited to eat at a restaurant.

7 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What happened yesterday near Santa Barbara?

A．There was another storm.

B．There was a traffic jam.

C．There was a fire.

2. When is the storm expected to hit northern California?

A．On Tuesday.

B．On Wednesday.

C．On Thursday.

3. How will the storm stand out from others in the past?

A．It will be more powerful.

B．It will move more quickly.

C．It will bring more rain and snow.

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

A．A passenger.

B．A policeman.

C．A repairman.

2. Why was the woman going over the speed limit?

A．She is a new driver.

B．She didn’t see the signs.

C．She drove a car with a fault.

3. How does the man behave?

A．Strictly.

B．Kindly.

C．Badly.

9 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?

A．An art teacher and a student.

B．A lecturer and a listener.

C．A host and a guest.

2. What does the woman use in her art?

A．Paint.

B．Metal.

C．Natural objects.

3. Where was the woman when she created The Watchers?

A．In New Zealand.

B．In Australia.

C．In Brazil.

4. Why does the woman plan to make her next artwork?

A．She likes the views in Brazil.

B．She intends to try new materials.

C．She wants to call on people to protect the environment.

10 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. How many levels of courses does the program offer?

A．Seven.

B．Eight.

C．Twelve.

2. What is the strength of the program?

A．It can meet personal needs.

B．It is available throughout the year.

C．It provides courses on U.S. culture.

3. What can students get if they perform well in an end-of-session test?

A．A course for free.

B．A chance to work part-time.

C．A promotion to a higher level.

4. What does the Language Center Bonus Project offer?

A．Extra practice hours.

B．Social activities.

C．Field trips.