3 . 根据前面的音标写出适当的单词
1. E /iː/ ________ ________ /e/ ________ ________
2. I /ai/ ________ ________ /i/ ________ ________
3. O /əʊ/ ________ ________ /ɒ/ ________ ________
4. U /juː/ ________ ________ /ʌ/ ________ ________

4 . 请用“～”符号标出下列句子的连读部分
1. I’m an English boy. ________________
2. It is an old book. ________________

5 . 请用“·”符号划分下列单词的音节
1. sweater ________
2. broken ________

6 . According to the pronunciation, add two words to each group.
1. /ei/ grade ________ ________
2. /æ/ map ________ ________

8 . Since the pandemic (流行病) hit, we’re on video calls more than ever before, and many are finding it extremely tiring.

Being on a video call requires more focus than a face-to-face chat, says Gianpiero Petriglien, an associate professor at Insead. Video chats mean we need to work harder to process facial expressions, the tone and pitch of the voice, and body language: paying more attention to these consumes a lot of energy. “Our minds are together when our bodies feel we’re not. That causes people to have conflicting (互相冲突) feelings, and i: is exhausting You cannot relax into the conversation naturally.” he says.

“Silence is another challenge.” he adds. “Silence creates a natural rhythm in a real-life conversation. However, when it happens in a video call, you become anxious about the technology.” It also makes people uncomfortable. One 2014 study by German Scholars showed that delays (延迟) on phone or conferencing systems shaped our unpleasant views of people: even delays of 1.2 seconds made people regard the responder as less friendly or focused.

An added factor, says Marissa Shulffer, an associate professor at Clemson University, is that if we are physically on camera, we are very aware of being watched. “When you’re on a video conference, you knew everybody’s looking at you; you are on stage, so there comes the social pressure and feeling like you need to perform. Being performative is nerve-wracking.” It’s also very hard for people not to look at their own face if they can see it on screen, or not to be conscious (有意识的) of how they behave in front of the camera.

Both experts suggest limiting video calls to those that are necessary. Turning on the camera should be optional and is general there should be more understanding that cameras do not always have to be on throughout teach meeting. Having your screen off to the side, instead of straight ahead, could also help your concentration, particularly in group meetings, says Petriglien. It makes you feel like you’re in a next-door room, so you may be less bring.

1. What does Gianpiero Petriglien think of video calls?

A．They need more concentration.	B．They go on more naturally.
C．They are more relaxing.	D．They take longer time.

2. What makes people uncomfortable according to the 2014 study?

A．Facial expressions.	B．Occasional silence.
C．Processing body language	D．Not receiving a timely reply

3. What does the underlined word “nerve-wracking” in Paragraph 4mean?

A．Causing excitement.	B．Causing disappointment.
C．Making one feel nervous.	D．Making one feel surprised.

4. What’s the text mainly about?

A．The convenience of video chats.	B．Why video chats are so exhausting.
C．The development of mobile phones.	D．What technological development brings

9 . Is it easy for you to get angry? Do you sometimes think others treat you badly? Maybe the story below can bring you something.

Rick was a young boy who was often angry at everything around him. To help Rick, his mom came home with a canvas (画布) and paint. “You are good at painting. Whenever you feel bad about something, paint it instead of getting angry,” said his mother.

Though not that happy. Rick gave it a try After creating many paintings, he took bis artwork to his mom. “Tell me, Rick. What are these paintings about?” his mother asked. “The first is about how some kids in my class show off (炫耀) their new clothes The next is about my teacher who always tells me about how I’m doing things wrong. And the last painting is about how one of my schoolmates said I should change my attitude (态度). They all make me so angry,” Rick replied.

Rick’s mom took Rick by her side and told him, “Don’t you see, Rick? You’re getting so angry but you never try to understand why.” Then she explained carefully, “All the people you were angry with did nothing wrong. The kids were showing off their good clothes but never laughed at you for not being able to afford any. Your teacher scolded (责备) you but that was because you caused trouble in class. And your schoolmate was only trying to help you correct your mistakes.”

Rick’s mom smiled and said, “Next time you get angry, take a deep breath and walk away for a couple of seconds. And when you come back, talk to the person you’re angry with. You might keep your cool in this way.”

Rick took his mom’s advice and became less angry. Now he feels happy around other children.

1. Why did Rick’s mom ask him to paint?

A．Because she wanted to know what would make him angry and helped him.

B．Because the teacher thought painting was the best way to make Rick happy.

C．Because every time Rick painted, he didn’t think about any unhappy things.

D．Because only painting could keep Rick from getting angry with his friends.

2. _________ was/were not in the paintings.

A．Rick’s classmates	B．Rick’s teacher
C．Rick’s mother	D．Rick’s schoolmate

3. According to the passage, we can infer that __________.

A．Rick was often angry with others	B．Rick is good at painting
C．the kids in Rick’s class aren’t friendly	D．Rick isn’t from a rich family

4. The best title of the passage may be ____________.

A．An Angry Boy	B．Beautiful Paintings
C．Trouble in Class	D．A Sad Story

10 . American Museum of Natural History was made for explorers and adventurers — it was made for people like you, with a passion for science and a love for discovery. Here is the general information about it:

Open daily: 10:00 a. m. — 5:30 p. m.

Closed: Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Ticketing

All tickets must be reserved online in advance of your visit.

Pay-What-You-Wish Admission

Facial coverings are strongly recommended for all visitors ages 2 and up.

Please note that same-day reservations and certain time openings may be unavailable due to limited capacity.

Museum Members: Sign in to your profile before reserving tickets to access member pricing.

Address

200 Central Park West

New York, NY 10024-5102

Entrances and Exits

●Visitors can enter and exit at the accessible entrances on Rose Center for Earth and Space or Columbus Avenue at Gilder Center.

●For priority access, member s and their guests can use the member entrance at Central Park West and 79th Street.

●School groups arriving by subway can enter from the 81st Street B/C station.

Accessibility

The museum is committed to ensuring that its facilities, exhibitions, and services are accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. Caregivers accompanying visitors with disabilities receive free museum admission.

Ticketed Exhibitions

To buy admission tickets, select the number of tickets, plus a date and time of entry. You will have the option to add Ticketed Exhibitions during the checkout process.

All Ticketed Exhibitions are free for members.

1. What must you do if you want to visit the museum?

A．Sign in to your profile.	B．Make advance payments.
C．Book tickets online beforehand.	D．Wear self-protection equipment.

2. Which entrance is convenient for a school group arriving by subway?

A．Central Park West at 79th Street.	B．The 81st Street B/C station.
C．Columbus Avenue at Gilder Center.	D．Rose Center for Earth and Space.

3. What can we learn about the museum from the text?

A．No entry is for kids under age two.

B．Members have access to it on Christmas.

C．Caregivers of disabled visitors are admitted free.

D．Visitors have to include Ticketed Exhibitions in their visits.