1 . People normally look for a bit of adventure in their lives. They hunt for something new, something unknown, and they learn new things about the world and themselves.     1    . Sailing in the Arabian Gulf, camping in the desert and traveling to Qatar — these could all be called adventures.

Most of the time, adventures can be rewarding, because they make you feel satisfied after doing them.     2    . For example, Ibn Battuta who lived 700 years ago had the courage to travel around the world, visiting new places and meeting new people. His journal, called the Rihla, can still be read today.     3    . There is another example, if you sail to an unknown part of the sea, you can tell people about what you discover in it like new islands or good fishing areas.

    4    . People have died when climbing dangerous mountains, racing cars or sailing ships. That is why staying safe is more important than looking for excitement.     5    . After all, there are plenty of other ways to explore this beautiful world we live in!

A．Adventures come in many forms

B．That may be followed by disasters

C．However, some adventures are risky

D．It is the best way to live a life of adventure

E．It tells us about what life was like during his time

F．And one’s adventures also provide others with useful information

G．We should weigh the dangers against the rewards before our adventures

2 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How did Alan get his first car?

A．He bought it himself.

B．His parents gave it to him.

C．It was a prize from a competition.

2. What was the womans first job?

A．A teacher.

B．A salesgirl.

C．A law firm clerk.

3. When did Alan start making money?

A．In primary school.

B．In high school.

C．In college.

3 . 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

Due to my unhealthy eating habits, I became fatter and fatter after college. My good friend Anoush was a running enthusiast. So he advised me to lose weight by running. I didn’t agree at first until he promised to accompany me to run although he was busy with his work.

Seven years later, I got more serious about running. And I dreamed to participate in Boston Marathon. Anoush encouraged me to realize my dream. He also said he enjoyed running too and wanted to attend the same marathon with me. Every day we spared our time to practise hard and did about 2 marathons a year, during which time Anoush gave me much professional guidance and encouragement. And then one day, both of us qualified for the 2017 Boston Marathon. We were excited but unfortunately, several weeks before the marathon, we had a serious quarrel. Even I swore never to talk with him in the future.

The day came. Anoush and I stood at the starting line. He said, “Good luck! You will certainly finish the marathon.” Hearing his words, I looked at him, saying, “It’s none of your business.”

Then we started running. I had strong mental confidence by using positive self-talk when running distances, which has helped me finish 18 marathons. Soon, I passed Anoush.

But I struggled in the heat starting at mile 16. I felt most of my oxygen went to the muscle in my legs and less in my brain, which made me feel a bit lightheaded and fuzzy (迷迷糊糊的). I continually encouraged myself. “Just get to the finish, run bold, and you will win,” all phrases that I say to myself didn’t work any more.

Gradually I felt out of breath and had to slow down my pace. As I ran down the famous last stretch of the Boston Marathon on Boylston Street, I fell down on the ground with my legs moving like jello (果冻).

注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Just then, I felt that someone picked me up.

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When Anoush and I crossed the finish line, the audience at present applauded.

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4 . Earthquake prediction has long been a challenge for scientists around the globe since the geological phenomenon can occur at any time and any location with little or no warning. The chance of a powerful earthquake can only be determined through long-term forecasts in a general area or region on Earth.

Throughout history, no individual or group has yet successfully predicted a major earthquake: including its date and time, location and magnitude. These are the three elements essential to make an earthquake, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). While small earthquakes occur all the time, high-intensity earthquakes are rare but is something to watch out.

Now, a new study led by researchers from Pennsylvania State University found a potential solution to the dilemma of earthquake forecast: ancient underthrust rocks. Rocks buried deep in ancient subduction (俯冲) zones — where tectonic( 地壳的) plates bump with each other — could help scientists make better predictions of how these zones behave during the years between major earthquakes.

According to the USGS, we are still uncertain how we can make such a feat and are not expecting to perfectly predict major earthquakes any time in the foreseeable future.

Although some people in the past said they could predict earthquakes, the U.S. Government agency asserts these are all failed predictions. Their predictions are neither grounded on scientific fact nor passed through the scientific method.

Since authorities in the field of geology and other related areas acknowledged that earthquake prediction is still far from being completed, scientists continue to further understand this mystery. Unlike weather forecasts of hurricanes and other storms, earthquakes have no concrete parameters (参数) that would indicate that they would occur in the coming hours, days, weeks or months.

Regardless, the Penn State researchers have made progress in the dilemma by understanding the underthrust rocks in ancient subduction zones. Determining this area could help scientists better predict the behavior of these zones during periods between major earthquakes. Evidence of their findings was based on clues from rock formations in Alaska and Japan.

1. What is the hard nut as to earthquake prediction?

A．Earthquakes often occur in unexpected areas.	B．No scientists can tell how earthquakes happen.
C．The geological structure is too complicated.	D．It is hard to predict earthquakes accurately.

2. What does the underlined part in Paragraph 4?

A．Take actions.	B．Achieve success.
C．Adopt measures.	D．Face challenges.

3. Why can hurricanes be accurately forecasted?

A．Because they can be tracked through the specific data.

B．Because they usually happen in some particular places.

C．Because they can be confirmed by the practical experience.

D．Because they often take place during hot summer time.

4. What is the best title for the passage?

A．Ancient underthrust rocks help in earthquake prediction

B．Earthquake prediction remains a problem to work out

C．Underthrust rocks indicate coming violent earthquakes

D．Scientists can successfully predict destructive earthquakes

7 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Why do people all over the world enjoy sports?

A．Because sports are exciting.

B．Because sports have a long history.

C．Because sports enable them to live longer.

2. When do people get excited while watching the games?

A．When their favorite team wins.

B．When they win the game.

C．When they get good news.

3. What sport has a long history?

A．Basketball.

B．Jumping.

C．Sailing.

4. Which is one of the newest in the family of sports?

A．Martial arts.

B．Swimming.

C．Water-skiing.