1 . Hawaii lawmakers are considering legislation (立法) that would require visitors to pay for a year-long license or pass to visit state parks. Josh Green is the state’s governor. He said, “We get between 9 and 10 million visitors a year, but we only have 1.4 million people living here.” He added, “Those 10 million travellers should be helping us sustain our environment.” Lawmakers still debating how much they would charge.
The governor campaigned in 2022 on the idea of having all tourists pay a $50 fee to enter the state. Legislators think this would violate US constitutional protections for free travel. They instead think visitors should pay to enter parks and trails. Either policy would be a first of its kind for any US state. Hawaii’s leaders are following the example of other popular tourist areas with similar fees or taxes. They include Venice, Italy, and Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands.
Hawaii State Representative Sean Quinlan is the leader of the House Tourism Committee. He said changes in the activities of travellers are part of Hawaii’s push. He said golf rounds per visitor per day have dropped 30 percent over the past 10 years while hiking has increased50 percent. People are also seeking out isolated places they have seen on social media. The state does not have the money to oversee and protect all these places, he said.
Most state parks and trails are currently free. Some of the most popular ones already charge, like Diamond Head State Monument. That trail leads hikers from the floor of a 300,000-year-old volcano up to the top. It gets 1 million visitors each year and costs $5for each traveller.
A bill currently before the legislature would require visitors over the age of 15to buy a yearly pass to visit forests, parks, trails or “other natural area on state land”. People who live in Hawaii would not need to pay.
1. What does the underlined word “violate” mean in Paragraph 2?| A．Break. | B．Establish. | C．Uphold. | D．Perfect. |
| A．The decreasing number of tourists to Hawaii. |
| B．Advantages of Hawaii’s tourism resources. |
| C．The increasing financial burden of Hawaii. |
| D．One reason for wanting to charge tourists. |
| A．None of the attractions in Hawaii charge fees currently. |
| B．The goal to charge fees is to limit the number of tourists. |
| C．Lawmakers are arguing about whether charging fees is legal. |
| D．Charging fees is beneficial for Hawaii’s natural environment. |
| A．A news report. | B．A travel guide. |
| C．A law textbook. | D．A promotional brochure. |
2 . I had a great time with the film Turning Red, which follows Meilin, a thirteen-year-old girl who suddenly begins turning into a giant red panda.
The film was set in 2002 when I would’ve been around Meilin’s age. It was a joy for me to watch a film that I could relate to. The film illustrates the push-pull that many immigrant families face: how much of their culture to keep and how much to assimilate(融入). There are beautiful traces of Chinese culture throughout this film, including gorgeous food, time around the table, relationships with extended family, and more.
In the film, women in Meilin’s family suffer a curse(诅咒). As soon as they begin to blossom into womanhood, they transform into a giant red panda whenever they express any strong emotion. Thus, they have learned that emotional repression is the way to go. It was beautiful to watch this young girl choose the different path of emotional wellness instead of holding back her feelings.
It’s not a surprise that the director Domee Shi, who is around my age, chose this plotline. Many people my age are on that similar path Meilin finds herself on. We honor our parents and what they have done for us, but we’re also choosing to be more emotionally healthy and trying to live differently than we were taught.
The part of Turning Red I particularly loved is the ending. Though Meilin’s mom, grandma, and aunts see that it’s possible to integrate their red pandas into their lives, they don’t choose that path. Instead, they choose to bottle their pandas up once again. However, they do get a new perspective on this young, groundbreaking girl. It’s such a sweet reminder that not everyone can go on the same journey toward emotional health, and that’s okay.
If all of them had embraced their pandas, I think the ending would’ve felt incredibly cheese and taken away some of the power of the story. So we get a conclusion that is satisfying and heart-warming without being too much of a fairy tale.
1. Why did the author enjoy watching Turning Red?| A．She found a connection with the story. |
| B．She followed a life path similar to its director. |
| C．She adored the appealing design of the red panda. |
| D．She valued its emphasis on the beautiful Chinese culture. |
| A．Disturbance. | B．Control. | C．Wellness. | D．Expression. |
| A．Bittersweet. | B．Idealized. | C．Realistic. | D．Cheesy. |
| A．“Can I embrace my true self?” |
| B．“Should I prioritize my family?” |
| C．“Can I uncover the curse’s secret?” |
| D．“Should I explore diverse cultures?” |
3 . Health, as the old saying goes, is over wealth, so it’s of great significance to keep fit. You can take away our money, our house, or our clothes and we can survive.
Eating healthfully is important to maintain one’s health. I try to avoid foods high in fat like French fries or cookies. I also try to limit the amount of animal protein I consume.
Our muscles must continue to be strong to support our body as we age. Exercise helps the bones build density and helps us maintain our posture.
By eating properly and exercising regularly, I can keep my body at an appropriate weight and can maintain my health. By spending time with my friends, I can keep my mind as well as my body happy.
| A．It can also strengthen our muscles. |
| B．Take away our health and we will die. |
| C．Friends are an important part of one’s health. |
| D．These are my three secrets to keeping a healthy lifestyle. |
| E．Besides, I always stay away from junk food which lacks nutrients. |
| F．By joining in relaxing activities, I can refresh myself to study well. |
| G．Instead, I eat lots of vegetables and fruit which are rich in fiber and vitamins. |
1. Why does the woman talk to the man?
| A．To express thanks. | B．To extend an invitation. | C．To get some information |
| A．For 5 hours. |
| B．For 9 hours. |
| C．For 14 hours. |
| A．Cycling in groups. |
| B．Going hiking. |
| C．Playing volleyball. |
1. 分析优势与不足；
2. 提出学习建议。
注意：
1. 词数100左右；
2. 题目和首句已为你写好。
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Then one day, something
Jim was rushed to the hospital. In the ambulance, he felt
But when Jim was in the operating room and he saw the faces of the doctors and nurses, he got the feeling that they thought he was
There was a
Jim survived, thanks to the skill of the doctors and nurses. But what also helped was that he managed to remain an optimist even in the most
| A．friendly | B．enthusiastic | C．generous | D．positive |
| A．moments | B．operations | C．tests | D．conflicts |
| A．atmosphere | B．mood | C．event | D．luck |
| A．ridiculous | B．awkward | C．horrible | D．challenging |
| A．safe | B．door | C．window | D．parcel |
| A．shook | B．waved | C．stretched | D．slipped |
| A．refused | B．panicked | C．hesitated | D．complained |
| A．fine | B．painful | C．worried | D．curious |
| A．nearly | B．already | C．definitely | D．finally |
| A．routine | B．schedule | C．direction | D．attitude |
| A．nurse | B．policeman | C．robber | D．guard |
| A．superior | B．accustomed | C．allergic | D．addicted |
| A．confusion | B．silence | C．anxiety | D．violence |
| A．crying | B．applauding | C．laughing | D．debating |
| A．significant | B．impressive | C．crucial | D．desperate |
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Dear Jim,
Knowing that you are fond of exhibitions about Chinese culture,
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9 . In 2012, I had just recovered from a serious illness when I received an invitation to a writer’s conference in Orlando, Florida. My family persuaded that a(n)
Arriving in the Sunshine State was rather tiring, but I
I gratefully sat down with the
I’ll never forget that wonderful lady who, through her
| A．holiday | B．ceremony | C．operation | D．experiment |
| A．intended | B．promised | C．managed | D．deserved |
| A．hospital | B．company | C．university | D．accommodation |
| A．colleague | B．taxi | C．suitcase | D．passenger |
| A．classified | B．occupied | C．decorated | D．painted |
| A．share | B．reserve | C．set | D．possess |
| A．stubborn | B．poor | C．innocent | D．old |
| A．donated | B．repaired | C．hired | D．guided |
| A．convenient | B．worthwhile | C．unfortunate | D．expensive |
| A．business | B．argument | C．trouble | D．challenge |
| A．working | B．staying | C．moving | D．shopping |
| A．appointed | B．limited | C．favorite | D．regular |
| A．digest | B．explore | C．perform | D．calculate |
| A．forgot | B．refused | C．preferred | D．returned |
| A．confidence | B．dignity | C．curiosity | D．kindness |
10 . A young Los Angeles actor in need of a second job to pay his bills has come up with a brilliant way to add his income — people walking.
Chuck McCarthy originally considered becoming a dog walker to earn some extra cash, but soon realized that the job required more than walking dogs on a leash (皮带). “I didn’t want to pick up dog poop (粪便), and that’s kind of what you are really being paid for, for dog walking,” he said. But people don’t usually poop when they take a walk, so Chuck realized there was money to be made walking people around Los Angeles instead.
It might sound like a joke, but the People Walker, as he calls himself, is very serious about his new job. For $7 per mile, he offers to walk with customers around L.A., listening to their problems or simply making conversation and offering them a sense of safety.
His services are aimed at people who need motivational help to go walking, those who don’t feel safe walking alone in some areas, and those who are afraid that people might see them walking by themselves and think that they have no friends.
“I wear my The People Walker shirt upon request and on the first walk with a new customer, so they can be 100% sure it’s me,” McCarthy says. However, he admits that some people don’t agree to this policy, as they don’t necessarily want everyone to know that they are being walked.
Believe it or not, McCarthy’s business has been very successful. He already has another five people walkers employed, covering various areas, like downtown L.A., Hollywood, Eagle Rock, Las Feliz or Fairefax. Once he posted signs around the city, his phone started ringing and customers began rolling in. And with all the free publicity he has been getting in the press lately, he has been overwhelmed (不堪重负的) with requests.
1. Why does Chuck McCarthy need a second job?| A．To kill his spare time. | B．To become more active. |
| C．To get rid of his loneliness. | D．To increase his income. |
| A．he didn’t want to pick up dog poop |
| B．he didn’t earn any extra cash |
| C．people in L.A. didn’t believe in him |
| D．there were few dogs in L.A. |
| A．lifestyle | B．hobbies | C．service targets | D．service areas |
| A．most people in Los Angeles live a lonely life |
| B．the People Walker is quite popular with some people |
| C．people living in Los Angeles lack a sense of security |
| D．McCarthy’s business has almost spread to the whole country |
