1 . One e-toy for every person on Earth — that’s the surprising amount of electric trains, talking dolls, and other children’s devices thrown away every year. People usually consider electronic waste from computers, smartphones, and TVs to be e-waste, but they may not realize that “nontraditional” e-waste materials like power tools, LED lights, USB cables and countless other similar, also need special recycling. In all, people across the world throw out about 9 billion kilograms of e-waste commonly not recognized as such by people.

This “invisible e-waste” is the main focus of the sixth annual International E-Waste Day on October 14, organized by Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Forum. According to the findings, for example, the total weight of all USB cables thrown away every year equals 6 Eiffel Towers. Meanwhile, if all this invisible electronic waste were packed into trucks, it could fill half a million 40-ton trucks, enough to cause a long traffic jam covering about 3,504 miles.

“People are familiar with common e-waste. But many invisible e-waste are ignored. How to have them recycled remains a big problem.” Pascal Leroy, Director-General of the WEEE Forum, said in a statement. Pascal Leroy asks that instead of throwing them away, people should take it to the local recycling facility. He says that a lot of electronic waste is right around us, and we need to raise awareness about this issue. He also refers to past campaigns that successfully made people more aware of plastic pollution and believes the same can happen with e-waste awareness.

1. Which of the following belongs to the "invisible e-waste"?

A．Smartphones.

B．Computers.

C．Talking toys.

D．USB cables.

2. Why does the author mention Eiffel Tower in paragraph 2?

A．To make the number exaggerated.	B．To show the destination of the wastes.
C．To prove it also has the same problems.	D．To give a vivid description of the large amount.

3. What’s Pascal Leroy’s attitude towards public e-waste awareness?

A．Hopeful.

B．Unclear.

C．Doubtful.

D．Disappointed.

4. Which of the following can be the best title of the text?

A．Recycle or Not? That’s a Problem

B．New Electrical Wastes that Go Unnoticed

C．The Shocking Amount of Electronic Products

D．The Focus of the Sixth International E-waste Day

2 . It wasn’t until Yash Gupta broke his glasses in taekwondo practice that he realized just how much he depended on them. He had to wait a week to get a new pair.

“I couldn’t see clearly in the classroom,” said Gupta, now 17. However, Gupta’s eyes were opened to a much larger problem. He saw on the Internet that more than 12 million children worldwide don’t have the corrective eyewear they need.

“It’s just a total disadvantage for them, because if you can’t see anything, you definitely can’t make the most of the education you’re being given,” Gupta said. “It would be impossible for them to fully achieve their potential (潜力). I had this problem for one week, but these kids have these problems for their whole lives.”

So at just 14, Gupta started Sight Learning, an organization that collects used eyeglasses from optometrists (验光师) and donates them to organizations that can deliver them to children in need.

For Gupta, who has worn glasses since he was 5 years old, the idea of repurposing old eyewear made sense. Most of his family members wear glasses, and just searching his own home yielded positive results. “I found 10 to 15 pairs just lying around the house in the drawers,” Gupta said.

With the help from his father, Gupta approached local optometrists, who agreed to put out drop boxes where patients could donate their used eyeglasses after getting a new pair.

Since 2011, Gupta has donated 9,500 pairs of glasses, worth nearly $500,000, to young people in Haiti, Honduras, India and Mexico. Gupta knows that the glasses he’s providing can make a big impact. “A lot of times, these families are in poverty (贫困),” he said. “With a good education, they can get a good job. Right now, we partner with international organizations. I’d like to bring this service to more countries.”

1. What led Gupta to start Sight Learning?

A．A local organization.	B．His failure in a test.
C．A nearsighted student.	D．His broken glasses.

2. Which is closest in meaning to “yielded” in paragraph 5?

A．Reduced.

B．Missed.

C．Produced.

D．Reused.

3. What does Gupta plan to do in the coming days?

A．Benefit more children in need.	B．Donate money to poor families.
C．Create jobs in his home country.	D．Sell new glasses at a lower price.

4. Which is the most suitable title for the text?

A．Turn Weaknesses into Strengths	B．Help Children See Clearly
C．Bring Kindness to the Classroom	D．Protect Eyesight Properly

3 . If you are visiting Austria then you must certainly not miss out on some of the unique Austria things to do.     1    

Climbing the mountain of Grossglockner

This is one of the high-altitude peaks (山峰) in Austria that has some unique features.     2     It is very nice for the hiking lovers and also many of the new tourists can travel here. There is very lesser difficulty in traveling the Grossglockner peak and any of the non-professional climbers can also hike here. As you move more upward on this mountain and get the view of the amazing region from the top.

    3    

Vienna is one of the very historic places here which is visited by a large number of visitors every year. There are a lot of music venues, museums, fantastic events, and places with amazing architecture. The cafes and restaurants can simply make you feel very nice here. The food here can simply give you some of the fantastic tastes of the local food which you can enjoy. The markets here are full of some beautiful souvenirs.     4    

Enjoying the cultural events of Salzburg

Salzburg is a place of a variety of cultural events that are filled with many of the historic glories. These events are visited by the local as well as foreign tourists. In Salzburg, you can even find many of the places which are filled with historic architecture.     5     This place is also well-known as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart birthplace. The historic monuments (纪念馆) and the places of film shooting are awesome here and exploring these places is one of the things to do in Salzburg Austria.

A．Wander in the heritage (遗产) of Vienna city

B．Enjoy the breathtaking views in Vienna city

C．The popular The Sound of Music was filmed in this place.

D．Here, let’s look at the top things to do for tourists in Austria.

E．Actually, you will interact with natives in the markets and like the way they talk.

F．Without doubt, purchasing those is one of the best things to do in Vienna Austria.

G．This peak belongs to Alpine ranges with many amazing views observed from here.

4 . I must have been about 8 years old, and we were nearing the end of the first chapter of Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rowl. My mother was reading, and as the words to those first few pages filled the room, I remember the feeling that my heart filled up. The boy, the dogs, the forest: it was all so amazing, so new, and yet somehow so familiar.

It was one of many books my mother read to us as children. She started before I can remember, and continued until she thought we were no longer into it. Actually, I never really did outgrow it. I knew it was special then, and I realize even more so now. I know reading to children has educational benefits that reach beyond childhood.

Perhaps the most important value is one that cannot be easily measured: quality time. We are fortunate in a number of ways if we had an adult in our lives who had the resources and time to read to us. The quality time reading provides is greatly needed in our fast-paced world. I remember how we all cried as we neared the end of Wilson Rawl’s classic children’s tale. I remember lying in a hammock (吊床) together giggling at a spiders artistic creations in Charlotte’s Web. I recall not only the stories but also where we were when we read those stories: the precious moments of childhood, shared with my mother and brother.

When I think back to those moments with my mother, I am filled with memories of long summer afternoons when I sat next to her and the turning of those pages which is the greatest gift from those days. Those pages help a growing, learning young person build a sense of curiosity and a sense of humor. Perhaps most importantly, they introduce me to empathy and they open me to an appreciation of others’ experiences, and this appreciation is sure to impact how I view others and the world around me. I’ll always hold those memories dear.

1. How does the author introduce the topic in paragraph 1?

A．By introducing a famous book.	B．By describing her mum’s personality.
C．By making comments on Wilson Rowl.	D．By relating to her childhood experience.

2. What does the underlined word “outgrow” most likely mean in paragraph 2?

A．Fall in love with.	B．Lose interest in.
C．Get rid of.	D．Pay attention to.

3. What is the text mainly about?

A．The importance of reading.

B．The author’s favorite books.

C．The great impact on one’s life from literature.

D．The benefits of quality time spent on parent-child reading.

5 . A few days ago I landed at the Bombay Airport and took a taxi to my scheduled destination in South Bombay. I was enjoying the busy traffic with people _______ in every direction, and we got stuck at a busy crossing.

As we _______ the signal to turn green, my eyes met up with a poor young boy, about 12 years old. He removed a piece of bread from his pocket and took a _______.

As he was about to take his next bite, a _______ dog wagged his tail (摇尾巴) looking at him. Without hesitation, he put the bread on the _______ for the dog to eat.

The dog smelled the bread and walked away. Then, he _______ the bread and ate it!

My heart cried and wanted to walk up to the boy, but before I could open the door the _______ turned green and our car drove away. At dinner, I _______ I was thinking of approaching the boy but _______ did. I could have walked up to him as long as l had stopped the ________.

All I did was thinking and this poor little boy who had only one piece of bread shared it with the dog, though he himself seemed to be very ________.

I learnt one of the biggest lessons the boy taught me without a(n) ________. He taught me to share love and happiness. I am so ________ to have learnt this lesson from my “little unknown master”. It is my moral duty to share this ________ with all my friends, since I believe they are as ________ as the boy.

1.

A．waving

B．rushing

C．pressing

D．clapping

2.

A．waited for

B．found out

C．made out

D．stared at

3.

A．sort

B．vote

C．bite

D．search

4.

A．familiar

B．fancy

C．retired

D．homeless

5.

A．road

B．taxi

C．dish

D．basket

6.

A．picked out

B．picked up

C．put away

D．put down

7.

A．guy

B．equipment

C．data

D．signal

8.

A．inspired

B．wondered

C．realized

D．hoped

9.

A．seldom

B．never

C．incredibly

D．typically

10.

A．taxi

B．bus

C．looker-on

D．passer-by

11.

A．tough

B．young

C．hungry

D．energetic

12.

A．conversation

B．explanation

C．comment

D．image

13.

A．fortunate

B．concerned

C．super

D．ashamed

14.

A．journey

B．loss

C．accident

D．incident

15.

A．grateful

B．creative

C．determined

D．kind

6 . 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。

My little brother Peter and I got permission from our parents to camp in a field close to our farm. But, being adventurous boys, we knew it would be more exciting to camp in the woods that lay beyond the river. Excited, we went away with our tent and food.

Carrying our heavy load, we walked along the riverbank, hardly noticing the distance or the burning sun. We were eager to reach our destination before lunchtime. Along the way, we saw some birds searching for food around a fallen tree trunk. As we entered the cool, shadowy woods, we began to search for a suitable camping spot. Peter wanted to stay close to the river at the edge of woods, but I insisted that we camp further away. Unwillingly, Peter followed me deeper into the woods. “This is really a wonderful setting! ” I said in excitement. We put up our tent, and settled down to eat the sandwiches we had made. About an hour later, we decided to find our way

back to the river to catch some fish.
注意：1. 续写词数应为100个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
“Are you sure that this is the right way? ” Peter asked.
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Returning home, we couldn’t wait to tell the anxious parents about our adventure story.
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7 . 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。

Stinky tofu,       1     (know) as chou doufu in China, is a much-loved street food, sold in night markets and roadside stands as     2     delicious snack. It     3     (invent) by a man named Wang Zhihe, who lived in Anhui Province during the Qing dynasty.     4     (original) , Wang was a scholar, but after     5     (fail) his official exam, he decided to sell tofu in the streets of Beijing. One day, he didn’t sell all his tofu, so he cut it     6     pieces and placed them in a jar for storage. When he reopened the jar several days later, he met with a terrible smell,     7     he decided to taste the tofu anyway. Finding it surprisingly delicious, he began to sell this new, smelly tofu at his store. If people wanted to try some, they just followed the smell,     8     was like a burnt sports shoe, and then they could find his store, where it could be found in     9     (vary) forms, including deep-fried, steamed or served in soups. The fans thought the smellier, the better! Nowadays, stinky tofu, featuring in documentaries and international food     10     (show) , has gained popularity around the world.

8 . How to Disagree Agreeably

Disagreeing can’t be avoided in our life. However, how things are handled, how you voice the disagreement and how the other party hears it, all make a difference.     1     .

● Pick your moments

    2     . To ensure your ideas are heard, choose the proper time to argue about things which you believe are meaningful and important. When the other party is in a state of pleasure,

your opinions and disagreements will bear more weight.

●     3    

The starting point is to understand the other person’s point ahead of them understanding yours. For instance, active listening is one of the most important skills. It makes the speaker feel respected and valued. The key to listening properly is asking questions.     4     and then know better how to proceed.

● Maintain emotional balance

When talking about topics that are important to you, it’s natural to feel strongly about them. However, when discussing your viewpoint, it is important to keep control over your emotions.     5     The more emotional you become, the less likely someone is to listen to what you are saying.

A．Be Open Minded

B．Understand the other person first

C．High emotions can make the situation even worse

D．Non-verbal communication can show you are listening

E．In this way, you can know exactly what you are disagreeing about

F．Speaking your mind without losing your cool needs the skills below

G．Being mindful about when to voice your disagreement is important

9 . I, Amy, am always proud of my frankness and honesty. However, I found myself tangled in a web of _______ emotions recently. My friend, Lucy, eager to establish herself as a (n) _______ was preparing to present her work of art to the public. I knew her passion, but in my eyes, she was still _______ her artistic skills. As the day of exhibition drew near, Lucy, obviously _______ asked me, “Amy…what do you truly…think of my painting?” I looked into her _______ eyes, _______ between honesty and not upsetting my friend, managed a smile and said, “Lucy, this is definitely your _______ work yet. The color combinations are the most creative!”

During the following days, I was uneasy, but I _______ myself with the idea that it was a “white lie”, with the _______ to protect and encourage her. Unexpectedly, I also saw a great ________ . Lucy indeed threw herself into her craft! Her paintings progressed obviously and her skills ________ like a tree branching out. I realized that my little white lie had unlocked ________ within her. Lucy’s artwork ________ shone like a star at the exhibition.

Lucy put her arms around me. The most beautiful words reached my ears, “Your warm words ________ me.” I freed myself from the guilt at that moment. While honesty is important, it is the warmth behind the words that ________ more.

1.

A．conflicting

B．impressive

C．incredible

D．challenging

2.

A．editor

B．painter

C．educator

D．leader

3.

A．struggling with

B．helping with

C．breaking up

D．giving up

4.

A．energetic

B．confident

C．ashamed

D．anxious

5.

A．disappointed

B．familiar

C．special

D．expectant

6.

A．balancing

B．following

C．ranging

D．sharing

7.

A．easiest

B．best

C．first

D．ultimate

8.

A．complained

B．comforted

C．inspired

D．resisted

9.

A．effort

B．rule

C．intention

D．guidance

10.

A．improvement

B．discovery

C．talent

D．trick

11.

A．gained

B．existed

C．grew

D．reflected

12.

A．desire

B．memory

C．power

D．system

13.

A．possibly

B．occasionally

C．nearly

D．eventually

14.

A．appealed

B．satisfied

C．surprised

D．inspired

15.

A．concerns

B．matters

C．limits

D．restores

10 . California’s beaches are world-famous. But new research indicates many could disappear by the century’s end due to erosion (侵蚀) from sea level rise.

“The shoreline is probably going to move landward about 30 meters or more for every meter of sea level rise,” says Sean Vitousek, lead author of the report. “When you get into three meters of sea level rise, you’re talking almost 300 feet of erosion.” Using nearly four decades of satellite images and computer models, the researchers say 25 to 75 percent of California’s beaches may become completely eroded by 2100.

So how much sea level rise will the state get in the coming decades? Anywhere from two to 10 feet, depending on two major factors. One is ocean warming, which causes the water to rise. Another is the melting (融化) of land ice.

“The ice in Greenland holds about seven meters of sea level and the ice in Antarctica holds about 70 meters of sea level. So the big uncertainty is really understanding what the global temperature is going to be like and how much of that ice melts,” Vitousek says.

The findings will help state and local officials plan for the future and look for ways to protect coastal communities, roads and railroad tracks.

Vitousek thinks a lot about possible solutions for problems like erosion. He says the most successful long-term solutions will likely be ones that work with nature. Some short-term solutions, such as trucking in more sand, can be expensive. A medium-term solution is building barrier islands off the coast to weaken and slow incoming waves. They will also provide habitat for wildlife but require maintenance (维护). The best long-term solution is to fight climate change.

“The ocean is going to do what the ocean is going to do and we can stop it to a certain degree. But we’re nowhere near as powerful as the ocean, so we’re under its cover,” says Vitousek.

1. What mainly accounts for the possible erosion of California’s beaches?

A．Sea level rise.	B．An overcrowded city.
C．Water pollution.	D．The growth of tourism.

2. How is the second paragraph developed?

A．By showing differences.	B．By listing figures.
C．By following time order.	D．By giving examples.

3. What can we know about the findings of the study?

A．They have been put into practice.	B．They make little sense for the locals.
C．They definitely stop land ice melting.	D．They push the authorities to takes steps.

4. Which statement will Vitousek probably agree with?

A．It is an easy job to fight climate change.	B．Trucking in more sand is the first choice.
C．Humans should live with nature in peace.	D．Cutting the cost of maintenance is a must.