Cold Food Festival is a
Legend has it that Chong’er, a prince of Jin in the Spring and Autumn Period, experienced many hardships while he moved around the warring states. Once, when the prince suffered from
Mianshan Mountain,
2 . A Letter to Mom and Her Mince (肉末)Pies
When I was a little girl, on Christmas Eve, you and I would bake cakes. “Make enough mince pies, because Santa likes them, ” you would tell me.
On Christmas morning, I’d wake up and thrill at the
Many years later, the
Christmas changed in 1986, when you suffered a
Only now am I starting to enjoy Christmas again. And while I don’t do the
| A．pie | B．mess | C．tree | D．sight |
| A．violently | B．deliberately | C．excitedly | D．casually |
| A．discover | B．witness | C．describe | D．imagine |
| A．apartment | B．lounge | C．bedroom | D．kitchen |
| A．people | B．cakes | C．leaves | D．presents |
| A．tradition | B．holiday | C．celebration | D．situation |
| A．while | B．though | C．directly | D．before |
| A．heavily | B．certainly | C．suddenly | D．frequently |
| A．Mom | B．Santa | C．Christmas | D．guests |
| A．for | B．to | C．like | D．beside |
| A．explanation | B．opinion | C．expression | D．reply |
| A．mild | B．curable | C．severe | D．common |
| A．suffering | B．preparing | C．working | D．resting |
| A．laundry | B．cleaning | C．operation | D．baking |
| A．still | B．also | C．even | D．just |
3 . Christmas Activities for Adults
·Organise a Charity Show
Christmas is about spreading joy and love, and it’s also about giving. We give our family presents on this day to show them happiness and love, don’t we? But have you ever wondered how the poor celebrate their Christmas? Does Santa leave gifts for them too?
·Visit Orphanages(孤儿院)and Old Age Homes
Christmas is an occasion for the entire family to come together and celebrate. More than the celebration, we look forward to being near our close ones.
·Start a Donation Drive
If you have the time, organise a donation drive in your locality. A lot of people will want to donate clothes , accessories (衣服的配饰)and other necessary items.
| A．Shopping is an entirely different experience during Christmas. |
| B．With Christmas just around the corner, it is time for us to plan our holidays. |
| C．Along with gifts, if you donate these to people as well, it will really make a difference. |
| D．Now that you know these activities, you can select a few of them to keep yourself busy. |
| E．As for charity, you can arrange for a show in your circle of friends or in your neighbourhood. |
| F．Gifting something to your family members, friends and colleagues is important during Christmas. |
| G．The same joy can be shared with people who don’t have the company of their family on this happy occasion. |
4 . Beijing, with co-host Zhangjiakou in Hebei Province, will hold the 2022 Winter Olympics. That will benefit the capital as well as its residents, so the following are something to be expected from the Winter Olympic Games.
BEIJING 2022
Blue Skies
It is highly expected that hosting the Winter Olympic Games will push Beijing to reduce pollution and improve the air quality more effectively.
Beijing began carrying out a five-year plan from 2013 that costs 130 billion dollars to upgrade heating systems, cut car emissions and close heavy-polluting plants. Such efforts will not only be made in Beijing but in neighbouring Hebei and Tianjin as well.
Transportation
Although Beijing is the host city of the 2022 Winter Olympic Games, Chongli District of Zhangjiakou in Hebei will host some of the snow events.
The capital region is likely to benefit from investments in infrastructure (基础设施), including the Beijing-Zhangjiakou intercity (城市间的) railways, expansion of Beijing subway systems, upgraded highway networks and another regional airport.
Winter Sports
Beijing’s vision is to develop a winter sports market for more than 300 million people in northern China.
China plans to reuse 11 of 12 venues ( 场馆) built for the 2008 Olympics and only needs to build a new rink for speed skating, effectively easing possible problems of facilities left idle after the Games.
Transformation
On the back of the Winter Olympics, the Beijing government is looking on hopeful sports-related industry as a new growth driver to power its economy.
The goal is to integrate (结合) the Winter Olympic Games with sustainable (可持续的) development plans for the wider region, focusing on clean energy, green technology, and improvement in ecology and air quality.
Tourism
The country’s plans to develop a winter sports industry will improve Zhangjiakou’s reputation as a tourist destination by upgrading its transportation system and facilities, such as hotels and restaurants.
1. What can be a suitable title for the text?| A．How Important the 2022 Winter Olympics Are |
| B．What Have Been Done for the 2022 Winter Olympics |
| C．When and Where to Hold the 2022 Winter Olympics |
| D．What to Be Expected from the 2022 Winter Olympics |
| A．Lazy. |
| B．Not in use. |
| C．Not serious. |
| D．Not working hard. |
| A．Air quality will be improved. |
| B．Transportation will be more convenient. |
| C．Winter sports will be popular across China. |
| D．The winter sports industry will help attract tourists. |
| A．Transportation |
| B．Winter Sports |
| C．Transformation |
| D．Tourism |
5 . Dogs are often referred to as “man’s best friend”. But MacKenzie, a four-pound chihuahua, who was named winner of the 2020 American Hero Dog Competition on October 19, 2020, is making the world a better place for humans and animals alike.
In its tenth year in 2020, the annual contest is the brainchild of American Humane Association, the country’s first national charitable organization founded for the safety and well-being of animals. Often called the “Oscars for dogs”, the award recognizes dogs who make extremely great contributions (贡献) to society.
The competition of 2020 attracted over 400 entries from across the country. These heroic dogs have gone above the call of duty, saving lives, comforting the ill and aged and reminding us of the powerful, age-old ties between animals and people. While all were impressive, it was tiny MacKenzie who won the judges’ hearts.
MacKenzie’s path to stardom was not easy. Born with a mouth disability, she had to be fed through a tube (管子) for the first year of her life. Despite her own struggles, she always seemed to think more of other animals in need. “Never have I seen such a will to live. Though sick, she carefully looked after the baby animals at the rescue ( 救助) center,” said her caretaker.
A life-saving operation performed in 2014 gave MacKenzie the ability to eat independently. The seven-year-old chihuahua is now working for the Mia Foundation, a New York-based charitable organization that rescues and nurses animals with inborn disabilities. The chihuahua does an excellent job and has raised various animals. She nurses, cleans, comforts and hugs them, acting as their mother and teaching them how to socialize, play and have good manners.
In addition to her role as an animal caretaker, MacKenzie also visits schools to educate kids about the importance of accepting physical differences in both animals and people. Her heart-warming and inspiring story makes MacKenzie a worthy receiver of America’s top dog honor!
1. What can we infer about the American Hero Dog Competition?| A．It was started by a charitable organization. |
| B．It was meant to honor caretakers of dogs. |
| C．It takes place every ten years. |
| D．It was first held in 2010. |
| A．Talented and strong. |
| B．Courageous and selfless. |
| C．Funny and friendly. |
| D．Confident and picky. |
| A．Learning from failures. |
| B．Valuing physical health. |
| C．Understanding the disabled. |
| D．Developing practical ability. |
| A．Dogs Are Man’s Best Friends |
| B．Treat Dogs the Way We Want to Be Treated |
| C．2020 American Hero Dog: A Tiny Chihuahua |
| D．Touching Stories between MacKenzie and People |
注意：1．词数80左右;
2．可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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7 . One day, my friend and I went to the Moth Café.
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To be
| A．decoration | B．construction | C．location | D．service |
| A．growing | B．falling | C．hanging | D．hiding |
| A．covered | B．made | C．wrapped | D．dressed |
| A．upstairs | B．inside | C．somewhere | D．outside |
| A．Café | B．number | C．book | D．menu |
| A．tea | B．salads | C．cakes | D．cheese |
| A．hoped | B．managed | C．decided | D．remembered |
| A．loved | B．prepared | C．determined | D．got |
| A．as well | B．at first | C．in general | D．by nature |
| A．over | B．out | C．again | D．back |
| A．considered | B．tried | C．recommended | D．held |
| A．tasted | B．mixed | C．watched | D．bit |
| A．separated | B．shared | C．distributed | D．destroyed |
| A．honest | B．correct | C．clear | D．specific |
| A．call back | B．stay in | C．go back | D．get away |
8 . What would you like to drink? It’s likely the first thing your server will ask when you sit down for a restaurant meal. Whether you ask for it or not, a glass of water usually comes with lemon slices. But be warned: despite all the health benefits of lemon water, you might want to tell your server to leave a lemon slices out.
A 2007 study in the Journal of Environmental Health tested 76 lemons from 21 restaurants for germs(细菌)and had some pretty frightening findings. Nearly 70 percent of the lemon slices had germs. Even though lemon is a natural germ-killer, it can still be polluted by germs. Another ABC research testing one lemon at 10 different restaurants found that half the lemon slices had human waste.
Lemon slices are more likely to have germs than the food you order on a plate because restaurant health standards are likely to be less strict for garnishes(装饰菜). The ABC research noticed that restaurant workers often cut lemons without gloves. If they didn’t scrub their hands completely after using the bathroom, there was a good chance that they could leave the germs on the lemon slices in your drink.
But before you start giving servers an angry look when you see them carrying lemon water, you should know that the garnish won’t necessarily make you sick. The authors of the 2007 study admitted there haven’t been any diseases linked to lemons. And expert Philip Tierno, leader of the ABC research, said, “Your immune system(免疫系统)will usually protect you from getting sick from lemon water.” “The usual course will probably result in no disease, but there is a possibility,” DrTierno said. “You can’t live in a bubble. Your immune system is usually pretty good.”
Still, if you’re concerned, just request your server to bring your water with no lemon slices. Don’t skip the lemon water at home though, because drinking lemon water has huge health benefits. Just make sure to wash the lemon before putting it in your glass.
1. How does the author introduce the topic of the text?| A．By telling a story. |
| B．By raising a question. |
| C．By giving an example. |
| D．By listing scientific facts. |
| A．Germs grew faster in lemons. |
| B．The lemon was a natural germ-killer. |
| C．Most tested lemons had germs. |
| D．Few people noticed unsafe restaurant food. |
| A．Dry. | B．Clean. |
| C．Move. | D．Examine. |
| A．People can drink lemon water in restaurants. |
| B．Lemon water in restaurants will become less popular. |
| C．Cooks should wear gloves while preparing garnishes. |
| D．Homemade lemon water is healthier than that in restaurants. |
9 . While tea may have originated in Asia, now there are many countries all around the world that have tea woven into their food cultures and traditions. This is one of the very special parts of tea as it has a way of connecting people all over the world in different ways and ceremonies that finally all result in a group of people sitting together and enjoying a cup of tea.
Chinese tea culture
Since China is viewed as the birthplace of tea, it is no wonder that Chinese tea culture is rich with history and tradition. Today, Chinese tea continues to be used in Chinese medicine and is commonly consumed on both casual and formal occasions both for personal enjoyment and to represent Chinese cultural traditions.
Japanese tea culture
Japan also has a long history with tea, especially Japanese Matcha, which is a kind of ground green tea that is commonly used in Japanese tea ceremonies and only in recent years has become popular in Western culture.
British tea culture
When many people think about tea, British tea culture is what comes to mind. A hot cup of English Breakfast or EarlGrey tea serves with a little milk and a biscuit in the morning as a pick-me-up for the day. Even though tea may not be native to England, this British tea tradition is still going strong today.
Moroccan tea culture
When you visit Morocco, it is hard to miss the outstanding tea culture that is such a large part of Moroccan hospitality. Before any gathering, negotiation, or sale of a product, a pot of mint tea is always prepared and served among the host and guests. This is an expression of Moroccan tradition and hospitality, which should always be accepted by guests as a sign of appreciation and respect to the host.
1. Why can tea find its way into various food cultures?| A．It originates in Asia. |
| B．It forms different ceremonies. |
| C．It gets people connected easily. |
| D．It allows people to sit together. |
| A．They have a long history. |
| B．They are used in medicine. |
| C．They are famous for ground green tea. |
| D．They’ve long gained worldwide recognition. |
| A．To get energy. |
| B．To bring out respect. |
| C．To show hospitality. |
| D．To observe a tradition. |
| A．Healthy You. | B．Social Insight. |
| C．Cultural Corner. | D．Itchy Feet Travel. |
10 . Walter Peak High Country Farm on the western shores of Lake Wakatipu is famous in history. Its sheltered bays were used as camping sites by Maori travelling to the Mararoa and Oreti Rivers on Moa hunting and gathering expeditions.
Things to Do
Situated on picturesque Lake Wakatipu’s western shores, the farm is the perfect place to spend a few relaxing hours. The Farm Tour itself is a wonderful experience for the whole family, with something to keep everyone entertained and happy. Our rural host will meet you after you leave the steamboat and take you for a walking tour of the farmyard. The first stop is the holding to help feed the sheep and deer, and even get up close to the Scottish highland cattle. Then walk slowly through the lakeside gardens to the charming Colonel’s Homestead for morning or afternoon tea. Afterwards the farmer will lead you over to the shearing shed (剪羊毛棚) where you can watch the farm dogs rounding up sheep on the hills, and see the farmer cut the wool off a sheep. You will then board the steamboat for your cruise back to Queenstown.
Ticket Information
Child Ticket $22.00
Adult Ticket $77.00
Visitor Information
Opening Time:10 a.m.
Closing Time:4 p.m.
Additional Information
All tickets purchased at MyFun must make a booking at +64-3441-8166. Please mention your MyFun barcode (条形码) number when making your booking. Please print out your voucher (收据) and take along with you to the attraction. Tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
1. What can tourists do during the Farm Tour?| A．Have morning tea. |
| B．Cut the wool off a sheep. |
| C．Hunt on the rivers with your family. |
| D．Run a steamboat by yourself. |
| A．$99. | B．$176. | C．$231. | D．$253. |
| A．Use the tickets after a year. |
| B．Tell your rural host your MyFun barcode number. |
| C．Call+64-3441-8166 to print out your ticket. |
| D．They can’t use the tickets unless they have made a booking. |
