1 . In 2002, Huang Hui, a researcher of the South China Sea Institute of Oceanology, went diving (潜水) near Xisha Islands. In addition to getting an irremovable suntan (晒黑), she was left with memories of a beautiful experience with clear water and masses of colorful corals reef (珊瑚礁). However, due to climate change and human activities, the coral reef is reducing at an alarming rate and much of the breathtaking view of this reef has disappeared. “We started to grow corals near the Xisha Islands in 2010, and restored more than 200, 000 square meters of coral reefs,” Huang said.

In 2004, when Huang was attending the 10th International Coral Reef Conference, she found herself the only person from the Chinese mainland. She said she felt sad but she made up her mind to strengthen communication with other countries to improve China’s level in coral research. She visited top coral research organizations in the US and Australia, establishing long-term partnership with some of the world’s top coral researchers. By far, Huang has worked on coral research and conservation for 22 years.

Huang believes that making people be more ware of coral conservation matters most to the conservation of the coral reefs. “I want to call on more people to love nature and take part in the protection of ocean,” Huang said. “I am 50, and when I become 60, I hope that not only a coral island will be built but a sustainable development pattern (模式) will also be created,” said Huang. “The ideal state is that the coral island should be able to support fishermen and preserve the ecosystem,” she added.

1. What impressed Huang most when going diving near Xisha in 2002?

A．A sunburn on her skin.	B．A mass of colorful corals.
C．A sweet memory of her childhood.	D．The sudden disappearance of corals.

2. What does Paragraph 2 mainly focus on?

A．China’s advances in coral protection.	B．Huang’s contribution to coral protection.
C．Huang’s concern over coral protection.	D．People’s ignorance of coral protection.

3. What is the key to protecting corals according to Huang Hui?

A．Introduction of advanced technology.	B．Tough laws banning reef exploitation.
C．Public awareness of coral protection.	D．Communication with foreign countries.

4. What is the best title for this passage?

A．Corals in South China Sea are in danger.	B．Scientist plants corals to save ecosystem.
C．China is taking the lead in planting corals.	D．Measures are to be taken to protect corals.

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。

Six months ago, Xie Lei boarded a plane for London to complete     1     business qualification. It was the first time that she     2     (leave) her motherland and she found     3     hard for her to adapt to the new life in a different country. Although some foreign students live in campus accommodation, Xie Lei chose to live with a host family, who can help with her     4     (adapt) to the new culture. In this way, Xie Lei felt     5     (comfort) when she felt homesick. Another challenge for Xie Lei is the academic requirement because they are different form those in China. Xie Lei also found many courses included students’ participation in class as part of the final results. Students need to generate ideas, offer examples, apply concepts, and raise questions, as well as give presentations. After a lot of efforts, Xie Lei adapted to all of these. Her presentation on traditional Chinese art was a great success,    6     boosted her confidence. Now, Xie Lei feels much more at home in the UK. What seemed strange before now appears quite normal to her. As well as studying hard, she has been involved in social activities. She is keen     7     (share) our culture with British people because they     8     (fascinate) by our culture. She is acting     9     a cultural messenger     10     (build) a bridge between China and Britain.

3 . “On Earth, something is always burning,” experts at the American space agency NASA said. They explain that a wildfire could be started naturally by lightning. However, sometimes people using controlled burns to clear land for farming can accidentally start a wildfire. Between 2003 and 2022, 85 percent of wildland fires in the U. S. were caused by human behavior. This includes leaving campfires burning, burning rubbish, throwing lit cigarettes and starting a fire on purpose.

Wildfires can clear dead and dying plants to help new growth. However, wildfires create large amounts of smoke which is dangerous to breathe. Wildfire smoke contains hundreds of chemical compounds. Smoke from burning houses and buildings contains even more toxic chemicals. An increasing amount of scientific research points to possible long-term health damage from breathing in very small particles (微粒) of smoke. There are short-term issues as well. At-risk people can be hospitalized and sometimes die from smoke.

Officials in the U. S. have been moving quickly to better protect people from the harmful effects of wildfire smoke. However, they find it more difficult to communicate these dangers to people who live thousands of kilometers from the fires. Jeff Pierce is an atmospheric scientist. He said smoke loses its odor (气味), but remains harmful even when it travels long distances. A recent study found that people who live close to fires are more likely to be prepared.

If advised, avoid outdoor activities to reduce your exposure to smoke. Keep doors and windows closed. Run an air filter to clean the inside air. Face coverings, or masks, can protect against breathing in smoke. As with COVID-19, the most effective are N95 masks.

NASA satellite images show that wildfires are now burning on every continent. Large wildfires in Australia and the U. S. often attract the world’s attention. Dan Jaffe is a wildfire smoke expert at the University of Washington. He said, “These fires are going to be burning all summer. In terms of bad air quality, everywhere in the country will be worse than average this year.”

1. What is the first paragraph mainly about?

A．Different reasons for wild land fires.	B．Certain damage caused by lightning.
C．The effect of human actions on nature.	D．The necessity of environmental protection.

2. What does the underlined word “toxic” probably mean?

A．Changeable.

B．Organic.

C．Poisonous.

D．Pure.

3. What can we infer from paragraph 3?

A．Wind makes wildfire smoke travel very far.

B．The danger of wildfire smoke mainly comes from its odor.

C．People living far from the wildfire will suffer little harm.

D．Some people are not fully aware of the risks of wildfire smoke.

4. Why are people advised to wear N95 masks in the last paragraph ?

A．N95 masks can help filter the odor of smoke.

B．N95 masks can decrease the rates flu.

C．N95 masks can improve one’s respiratory condition .

D．N95 masks can block the smallest harmful particles.

4 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What does the man think of cleaning the house?

A．Relaxing.

B．Boring.

C．Interesting.

2. What did the woman do last Sunday?

A．She took a walking tour.

B．She had her hair cut.

C．She visited a museum.

3. Where will the speakers meet first this Saturday?

A．At a pet store.

B．In a park.

C．At the woman’s house.

5 . 假定你是校学生会主席李华，美国一学生访问团将来你校访问交流一天。请你写一篇英文演讲稿，欢迎他们的到来，并告知本次活动安排。内容包括：
(1)表示欢迎；
(2)具体活动安排：参观中国画展：品尝特色午餐；观看地方戏剧表演等；
(3)祝愿。     
注意：(1)词数80左右；
(2)可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear friends,

Welcome to our school!

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7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. When did the man have a very bad cold?

A．One year ago.

B．Two years ago.

C．Three years ago.

2. What does the woman think probably causes the man’s problem?

A．His work.

B．His pay.

C．His test.

3. What is the woman going to do?

A．Take medicine.

B．Start a new job.

C．Give further tests.

4. Where does the conversation probably take place?

A．At home.

B．In a hospital.

C．In a company.

9 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the woman doing?

A．Having a meeting.

B．Hosting a program.

C．Attending a class.

2. Why does the man enjoy being a singer?

A．He can travel a lot.

B．He can get cheap tickets.

C．He can sing with his father.

10 . 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 express thanks.

B．To say hello to him.

C．To invite him to dinner.

2. What will the man do tonight?

A．Call the woman.

B．Visit his mother.

C．Throw a big party.