1 . 灭火队员令人佩服的原因是他们灭火并且拯救人的生命。（put out fires）（汉译英）
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2 . 阅读下面短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写1个适当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

With their long tusks, elephants look elegant and strong. However, this unique feature is also the reason for     1     the animal is endangered. It has long been a problem worldwide that people kill elephants     2     their tusks.     3     laws have been introduced to ban the selling of tusks, they have not been enough to save the elephants.

3 . 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写1个恰当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

A parent’s nightmare turned to relief in Florida as policemen swiftly rescued a missing five-year-old girl with autism. The local police launched a desperate search,     1     (use) air and ground efforts. Thermal imaging (热成像)    2     (lead) to the discovery of her in a swampy area. A body-worn camera captured the heroic moment of her rescue.     3     policemen’s quick response, she was found unharmed. The public praised the team’s efficiency in turning     4     could have been a tragedy into a heartwarming reunion.

4 . Walt Disney: A Legacy of Dreams

The name “Disney” evokes a rush of images: from the enchanted kingdom of Disneyland to the heartwarming tales of Bambi and Simba. For almost a century, Disney, initiated by Walt Disney himself, has been synonymous with storytelling, imagination, and dreams-come-true. But what’s the journey behind this global empire of happiness?

Founded in 1923 by Walt and Roy O. Disney, the company started as a small animation studio in the back of a real estate office in Los Angeles.     1     The creation of the beloved Mickey Mouse in 1928 marked the beginning of Disney’s ascent to fame. This iconic character not only helped the company regain its footing after a business setback but also paved the way for the world of animation as we know it.

Disney’s first full-length animated feature film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, premiered in 1937.     2     Its success proved that storytelling combined with animation had the power to touch the hearts of audiences worldwide, setting the foundation for a series of masterpieces that followed.

Disneyland, opened in 1955, was Walt’s most ambitious venture (经营项目).     3     Termed as “The Happiest Place on Earth”, this theme park was built upon a narrative, each attraction telling its own story, making it a pioneering effort in the world of amusement parks. It wasn’t just about rides, but an experience of stories coming to life.

With Walt’s death in 1966, there were doubts about the future of the company.     4     Today, Disney is not just about animation or theme parks. With its acquisition of entities like Marvel and Lucasfilm, it’s a major player in global entertainment.

Walt Disney once said, “All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.”     5     Disney remains a testament to the power of dreams, imagination, and pursuit, lighting up lives across generations and geographies.

A．The transformation from a humble beginning to a global business came with both achievements and challenges.

B．Each turn in the park promises a leap into fantasy, ensuring the magic is felt at every corner.

C．This venture greatly changed the landscape of cinematic history.

D．Though faced with initial skepticism, the park became an instant success.

E．Over the decades, it has redefined entertainment, proving that stories have no boundaries.

F．However, despite initial uncertainties in leadership and direction, the enterprise continued to grow.

G．It’s a universe of stories, where every character, every song, and every ride have a heart and soul.

5 . 假如你是红星中学高三（1）班学生李华。你们学校在征集以Human and Nature为主题的文章，请你写一篇文稿，内容包括：
1.说明人类行为对环境的影响；
2.人类应该如何与环境和谐相处。
注意： 1. 词数100左右；
2.开头已给出，不计入总词数。

The balance between humans and nature is crucial for the sustainability (可持续发展) of our planet. As humans, we are a part of nature and rely on it for our survival. However, in recent years, our action s have caused a significant disruption (扰乱) to this balance.

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6 . 用所给单词或短语的正确形式，完成下列句子，每个单词或短语只能用一遍

run out; be addicted to; break down; ambition; access; in addition; turn one’s back on; curious;

1. I ______ winning. The more I win, the more I want to win.
2. ______ showing gratitude to others, place emphasis on showing gratitude to yourself.
3. She asked the same question again and again. My patience’s beginning to ______.
4. We ought never to ______a threatened danger and try to run away from it.
5. When we gave her the bad news, she ______ and cried.
6. These documents are top secret and not ______ to the public.
7. I'm burning with ______ — you must tell me who won!
8. She is a(n) ______ young woman who is constantly striving to achieve her goals and make a positive impact in her chosen field.

7 . Lila was often perceived as a shrinking violet in the community. She was shy and ______, always standing on the sidelines at social gatherings.

A．competitive

B．confident

C．vacant

D．modest

8 . By combining emojis together, users can express a more ______ range of emotions.

A．diverse

B．delightful

C．essential

D．playful

9 . JAL’S program is meant to cut down on airplane weight because there won’t be so much luggage. That means a ______ in carbon emissions as well.

A．corporation

B．priority

C．concentration

D．reduction

10 . Emojis ______ between text and expression, offering an engaging way to convey emotions.

A．hop on

B．bridge the gap

C．follow suit

D．blow mind