1 . Some libraries use unique architecture to encourage visitors to settle down with a new book, or use roving (流动的) libraries to bring books to hard-to-reach populations. However they achieve it, these novel libraries are keeping the magic of reading alive.

Macquarie University Library (Sydney, Australia)

Featuring a green roof, this building, made from recycled materials, was designed to imitate the look of a eucalyptus tree. It is also an art form, using robot cranes to bring requested books to the front desk.

The Camel Library Service (North Eastern Province, Kenya)

To deal with low literacy rates in the desert of Kenya, the government created a roaming library composed of nine camels bringing books to villages. The library travels four days a week serving the region’s disadvantaged people.

Bishan Library (Singapore)

With glass pods of various colors sticking out of the building randomly, this library, built in 2006, is meant to create comfortable yet airy nooks (角落) for reading throughout the building. At the same time, a more wide-open children’s room on the basement level invites interaction while preventing noise from filtering (过滤) upward.

Seikei University Library (Tokyo, Japan)

Libraries are usually known for their quiet atmosphere, but this one encourages conversation. Pritzker Prize-winner Shigeru Ban designed the library with space-age, free-standing soundproofed pods (系统) to respect those who need uninterrupted study, while also being beneficial to other methods of learning; they serve as perfect spots for study groups and lively discussions.

1. Who would probably choose to visit Macquarie University Library?

A．Animal lovers.	B．Talkative people.
C．Noisy children.	D．Environmental protectors.

2. Which library offers services on the move?

A．Bishan Library.	B．Seikei University Library.
C．Macquarie University Library.	D．The Camel Library Service.

3. What do the last two libraries have in common?

A．They ban lively group discussions.	B．They have special sound-proof design.
C．They provide a space for kids to read.	D．They win prizes for designing in architecture.

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。

Students of a Nanjing senior high school brought joy to the elderly and brightened up their day by     1     (volunteer) at a local nursing home last weekend. The nursing home,     2     (locate) on a housing estate, has more than 150 senior citizens, some of     3     are over 90 years old.

Though it was the first time that many of the students     4     (take) part in a volunteer programme like this, they were eager to share various interesting topics     5     the residents, such as how to use mobile phones and go online on the computer. After lunch the residents and the young volunteers amused themselves with art     6     (activity) which included Chinese painting and calligraphy. They enjoyed each other’s company so much that Su Ming, 16, said he hoped to return to the nursing home     7     (regular) to spend time with the seniors that he made friends with.

Wang Hong, the programme organizer, said, “I was     8     (concern) that the students and the senior residents wouldn’t get along easily, but it turned out     9     (be) the exact opposite. I can say that today’s activities have made     10     big difference to the lives of the residents as well as the students.”

3 . So this is it — senior high school (高中) at last! I’m not outgoing (外向的) so I’m a little _________ right now. I want to make a good first _________. Will I make any friends? What if no one _________ to me?

I just had my first maths class at senior high school! The class was difficult, _________the teacher was kind and friendly. He _________ told us interesting stories, and everyone laughed so much! I also found most of my classmates and teachers friendly and _________.

This afternoon, we had our chemistry class (化学课) in the science lab (实验室). The lab is new and the lesson was great, but the _________ next to me tried to talk to me the whole time. I couldn’t concentrate on (专注) the _________. I really wanted to tell the guy to be _________ and leave me alone.

What a day! This morning, I was __________ that no one would talk to me. But I was wrong. I didn’t feel __________ or frightened (害怕的) at all. I miss my friends from __________ high school, but I believe I will make new friends here, and there’s a lot to __________ at senior high. I feel much more __________ than I felt this morning. I think that tomorrow will be a __________ day.

1.

A．angry

B．amazed

C．anxious

D．joyful

2.

A．friend

B．schedule

C．vacation

D．impression

3.

A．talks

B．looks

C．plays

D．comes

4.

A．or

B．so

C．but

D．then

5.

A．never

B．even

C．seldom

D．hardly

6.

A．polite

B．optimistic

C．helpful

D．rude

7.

A．man

B．male

C．guy

D．female

8.

A．test

B．experiment

C．check

D．job

9.

A．quiet

B．loud

C．calm

D．noisy

10.

A．sorry

B．worried

C．happy

D．excited

11.

A．relieved

B．confused

C．satisfied

D．awkward

12.

A．senior

B．college

C．junior

D．primary

13.

A．explain

B．explode

C．explore

D．exchange

14.

A．certain

B．confident

C．difficult

D．surprised

15.

A．nervous

B．common

C．complex

D．great

4 . Book Express

About the translator (翻译家)

Xu Yuanchong (1921—2021) was a professor of literary translation at Peking University. In 1994, British publishing company Penguin published his 300 Tang Poems.

Drinking Wine

Tao Qian, more widely known for his other name Tao Yuanming (陶渊明), was a Chinese poet (诗人) of the Eastern Jin Dynasty (东晋) (317—420). The poet lived a peaceful life, and is known to have enjoyed country life, farming, reading and drinking wine.

Golden Treasury of Chinese Poetry in Han, Wei and Six Dynasties/Translated by Xu Yuanchong/Published by China Intercontinental Press

Mooring by Maple Bridge at Night

Zhang Ji, a Chinese poet who was born during the Tang Dynasty (唐朝) (618—907). Zhang’s poem Mooring by Maple Bridge at Night was one of his most famous poems and is still known to many readers today.

300 Tang Poems/Translated by Xu Yuanchong/Published by China Intercontinental Press

On the Height

Du Fu, a Chinese poet of the Tang Dynasty. The poet was a good friend with another famous poet of the same time who was called Li Bai.

300 Tang Poems/Translated by Xu Yuanchong/Published by China Intercontinental Press

Lake Dongting Viewed from Afar

Liu Yuxi, a well-known Chinese poet during the Tang Dynasty. The poet was especially interested in writing poetry that reflected (反映) real social problems in common people’s everyday lives.

300 Tang Poems/Translated by Xu Yuanchong/Published by China Intercontinental Press

1. Who enjoyed the country life best?

A．Tao Qian.

B．Zhang Ji.

C．Du Fu.

D．Liu Yuxi.

2. What do we know about Mooring by Maple Bridge at Night?

A．Its poet was born in the Tang Dynasty.	B．It is unknown to young readers.
C．It was born earliest of the four poems.	D．It is the most popular in China.

3. What is special about Liu Yuxi’s poems?

A．Interesting.

B．Real.

C．Creative.

D．Relaxing.

5 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1. Why does the woman talk to the man?

A．To cancel their plan.

B．To make an invitation.

C．To ask for information.

2. What does the man decide to do this evening?

A．See a band show.

B．Accompany his parents.

C．Buy tickets online.

6 . What does the man mean?

A．He missed the TV program.

B．He doesn’t like the program at all.

C．He experiences a power failure every night.

7 . Where is the necklace now?

A．In the sitting room.

B．In the kitchen.

C．In the bedroom.

8 . What will the boy do first?

A．Play football.

B．Finish his homework.

C．Go to the cinema.

9 . What is the woman probably related to Henry?

A．His wife.

B．His colleague.

C．His boss.

10 . How to Make Friends

Friendship is a very important human relationship and everyone needs good friends. Good friendship has many benefits. It offers companionship, improves self-worth and promotes good health. There are times in our lives such as when we have recently moved into a new town, or changed our jobs or schools. Such changes often leave us without a friend.     1     But for many of us the process is difficult and requires courage. Below are some helpful suggestions on how to make and keep friends.

1. Associate with others.

The first step to making friends is associating with other people. You can go to public places to meet new people. Besides, you will need to make yourself known by becoming an active member of such places.

2. Start a conversation.

Starting a conversation is the second most important step in making new friends.     2     You can always start the conversation. Being able to make small talk is a very useful skill in relating with other people.

3.     3    

Choosing friends with common interests is important in building friendship as these interests would always bring you and your friend together. Hanging out will always be a pleasant experience.

4. Let it grow.

It is a good thing to stay in touch. However, try not to press your new friend with calls, messages or visits as this would likely wear him or her out and finally you may lose your friend.     4     The best friendships are the ones that grow naturally.

5. Enjoy your friendship.

The best way to enjoy your friendship is to allow your friends to be themselves.     5     Try not to change them from who they are to what you want them to be. Become the kind of friend you will want your friend to be to you.

A．Be cheerful.

B．Do things together.

C．Do not wait to be spoken to.

D．Try not to find fault with your friends.

E．Making new friends comes easy for some people.

F．For a friendship to develop you need to stay in touch.

G．So you will need to give your friend time to react to you.