1 . 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。

Nuts was quite an adventurous and smart squirrel kitten. One day, without the notice of his parents, he slipped out of home and set off to Mr. Elk’s Candy Company to buy toffees. On the way, he met Robert the little deer, his best friend. He said, “Hello, Robert. Would you like to come with me to Mr. Elk’s Candy Company?”

Robert replied, “Sure. But it’s a long way from here. We may come across some fierce beasts (野兽) along the way and get ourselves in danger. I’ve got to ask my mother.”

To which Nuts replied, “Oh, don’t be such a coward (胆小鬼)! You’ll be back home in no time at all. I have been to the Candy Company alone several times and I have never met any beast at all.”

“Okay,” Robert replied nervously.

Soon they were both marching joyfully through the forest, although Robert did feel a bit uncertain about the idea. After half an hour, they stopped by at Mr. Cooper’s house. Mr. Cooper was the wise squirrel fond of inventing various mousetraps or fox traps to defeat predatory(捕食性的) opponents. Nuts and Robert had a brief chat with Mr. Cooper before they continued their journey to the Mr. Elk’s Candy Company.、

Several minutes later, as they were travelling on, a frightening beast appeared from behind the bushes. It was Mr. Gordon, the bad fox!

They both screamed at the very sight. Robert rushed away in panic but then he realised that he had left Nuts behind. When he went back, he found that Nuts was frozen still in front of the fox (a common squirrel instinct).

Mr. Gordon licked his lips and said, “I haven’t had squirrel for dinner for a long time.” He was about to grab Nuts when Robert screamed from behind the bushes. “Well, well. What do we have here, a live and healthy little deer. He would make an even better dinner,” said Gordon. He forgot all about Nuts and began chasing Robert.

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Nuts was alarmed by the scream and rushed to get help for Robert.

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Both the two headed home and told their parents the risky adventure.

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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。

The Great Silk Road World Heritage Exhibition, being held in Japan, is the first large-scale event with the Silk Road as     1     (it) theme held outside of China. Hosted by the Tokyo Fuji Art Museum, the exhibition features a select ion of 237 precious artifacts (工艺品) related     2     the Silk Road from 27 major museums and academies in China,     3     (include) those in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region and Dunhuang, Gansu province.

The     4     (item) on display at the exhibition include gold and silver ornaments, bronze artifacts, paintings and statues. Many of them are being     5     (public) displayed in Japan for the first time. Of these, 45 pieces     6     (regard) as first class national cultural relics in China.

“The Silk Road themed exhibition is being held for the     7     (three) time in Japan. It was previously held once in the 1990s     8     again in 2004. After a gap of 18 years,     9     is roughly a generation, we feel it is necessary to hold another exhibition with the Silk Road as the theme to show the     10     (significant) of this cultural heritage. It represents the exchange of goods and trans-boundary communication-based interactions between people,” says Chen Jianzhong, president of the Kouzan Finearts Company, the exhibition planning partner.

3 . Clever Ways to Organize Your Refrigerator

When you’re watching your grocery budget, a refrigerator can be your best friend. It’s great for people who only occasionally have time to cook. Because you can either buy ready-made meals or make up big batches periodically and divvy them up for convenient weeknight meals. The issue, of course, is freezer organization. Having wonderful food on hand is just annoying if you can’t actually find it when you want it!     1    

iDesign Linus Divided Refrigerator Storage Bin

A lot of the convenience foods we put into the refrigerator come in boxes.     2     This is because they tend to slide around and fall over. A clear storage bin with dividers (分隔物), like the one from iDesign, is just what you need.     3     So it’s small enough to be a good fit for refrigerators. The divider means boxed items will still stand upright. In most refrigerators, you’ll be able to fit two or more as needed, and they’ll slide out for easy access to items at the back.

YouCopia FreezeUp Refrigerator Bin

Another type of “problem packaging” is the stand-up, zipper-seal bags that many kinds of fruit and vegetables are sold in. They’re convenient to use, but there’s not really a good way to pile or organize them when they go back into the refrigerator. This refrigerator bin from YouCopia, with its four or six removable dividers, is just the thing to keep them in line. It’s clear and has a low wall at one side.     4     You can put those packages in and take out of the refrigerator without effort.

Removable Refrigerator Food Labels

Physical organizing isn’t the only kind you’ll need to do to get the most out of your refrigerator and its contents.     5     In this case labels will be needed. Labeling everything that goes into your refrigerator will help you keep track not just of the contents of each bag and package, but also to know which items need to be used up in which order. These labels from Chinco are just the thing. They’ll stick to storage bags or containers made of plastic and glass, but after they’ve been used, they’ll peel off easily and leave no residue (残留) behind.

A．It’s popular due to its small size.

B．It’s just 11 inches deep and 5 inches wide.

C．So it’s easy to see what you’ve got.

D．You need to make full use of your refrigerator.

E．Small boxes in particular can be a pain to store.

F．Now we have got the clever solutions to the problem.

G．You’ll also need to keep track of what’s in there.

4 . Haze (薄雾) and smoke from hundreds of Canadian wildfires covered most of the US Northeast for a second day — Wednesday, with New York City experiencing the world’s worst air quality over the last two days.

New York, the Big Apple became the Big Orange by midday Wednesday as the sky over the nation’s largest city fell into a deep hazy orange. Streets in Manhattan are like what they were like during the pandemic (流行病) as residents again wore masks and cared for warnings from health officials about the impact of PM2.5, which can lead to respiratory (呼吸的) illnesses.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul said on Wednesday that the state was making one million N95 masks available to the public. Approximately 400,000 N95 masks would be distributed at New York state parks, and at subway stations and other locations in New York City, Hochul said at a press briefing. An additional 600,000 masks would be made available at Homeland Security stockpiles (囤聚的物资) for local governments to pick up, she said.

Hochul called the poor air quality “a very serious, dangerous situation”. She recommended that people across the state cancel outdoor activities. “Simply stay indoors. Outdoors is dangerous in just about every part of our state,” the governor said. Officials at the briefing said they had been monitoring any potential rise in respiratory illnesses or health issues due to the poor air quality.

The city’s air was more polluted than all the world’s major cities on Wednesday morning, according to data from Swiss technology company IQAir. Dubai and Delhi came in second and third, respectively. Mike Hardiman, a staff in the National Weather Service, told The New York Times the city “smells like cigars”.

1. Why do people wear masks in New York?

A．Because of health concern.	B．Because of the pandemic.
C．Because of officials’ demand.	D．Because of their habits.

2. What message does Paragraph 3 convey?

A．New York has good welfare system.	B．N95 masks can settle the crisis.
C．The public’s support is vital.	D．The government took measures to handle the issue.

3. What kind of activity might Hochul recommend?

A．Camping.	B．Doing housework.
C．Fishing.	D．Climbing mountains.

4. What does Mike Hardiman mean by saying the city “smells like cigars”?

A．The city is polluted by cigars.	B．Cigars have very good smell.
C．The air quality in the city is terrible.	D．There are too many smokers in the city.

5 . If you can brave cooler temperatures and sometimes rainy weather, you’ll likely be rewarded with fewer crowds and lower travel rates in the following popular destinations.

Maui

Although March falls within Maui’s peak season, its excellent weather and conditions for water sports and wildlife viewing make it a superb time to visit. Experienced surfers can head to popular surf spots like Ho’okipa Beach and Kaanapali Beach to catch waves, while animal lovers can look for migrating whales during a whale watching cruise (乘船游览). To save some coin, book your Maui hotel and airfare at least a few months in advance.

Whitehorse

Whitehorse is the capital of Canada’s Yukon region. You can visit the SS Klondike National Historic Site and the MacBride Museum to learn about Whitehorse’s ties to the Klondike Gold Rush and the First Nations people who settled here during the ice age. Then, travel outside of Whitehorse to check out some of the Yukon’s breathtaking natural attractions, such as Kluane National Park and Reserve and see the northern lights in March.

Galapagos Islands

While you can spot wildlife in the Galápagos year-round, March is nesting season for animals like green sea turtles and red-footed boobies. Keep an eye out near the water, too, as sea lions are known to hang on the beaches. And though March falls within the wet season, there should still be ample warm, sunny days to enjoy the beach, particularly towards the end of the month.

Moab

Located between two of Utah’s five main national parks, Moab is an outdoor adventure centre known for its awe-inspiring red rock formations. Travellers can admire them during visits to Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park, which is the largest national park in the state. Popular March activities include hiking, rock climbing, off-roading and camping.

1. What is special about Whitehorse?

A．It is a capital with a rich history.	B．It owns two large national parks.
C．It needs to be reserved in advance.	D．It allows interacting with sea lions.

2. Where are you most likely to go if you take an interest in rock formations?

A．Maui.	B．Whitehorse.
C．Galapagos Islands.	D．Moab.

3. What is known about the places mentioned in the text?

A．They are very rich in wild animals.	B．They are excellent places to visit in March.
C．They have sunny days all year around.	D．They offer unique hiking experiences.

6 . It was a normal Wednesday by any measure. I had just gotten home from work when _______ a painful ring sounded in my ear. I knew instantly that I needed to call my _______ .

I dialed her number quickly and waited with a growing sense of _______ as she did not answer. That was extremely _______ because she always answered, her _______ always by her side. I knew she needed _______ at that moment. I called my sister and my father and told them I thought something was _______ with my grandmother. Hearing that they _______ immediately.

A half hour later we arrived at grandmother’s house. Her red brick house was completely closed off. The gate was shut, and the curtains were _______. No light could be seen inside. Then, sensing I was right, and something was clearly wrong, my father ________ the window of the door open with a rock and I was able to reach in and ________ the door. My poor grandmother lay on the floor of her dining room, her shoulder clearly broken. My sister called 911. Finally my grandmother was ________.

And then I knew even though she hadn’t called me, somehow, I still ________ her message. Maybe it was the special bond between ________ members that connected my grandma and me together despite space, so I could feel the ________ of her.

1.

A．suddenly

B．normally

C．completely

D．frequently

2.

A．sister

B．grandmother

C．father

D．grandfather

3.

A．surprise

B．curiosity

C．anxiety

D．anger

4.

A．impressed

B．formal

C．influential

D．unusual

5.

A．cellphone

B．glasses

C．clothes

D．apartment

6.

A．advice

B．help

C．care

D．confidence

7.

A．strict

B．filled

C．wrong

D．painful

8.

A．cheered up

B．called off

C．broke out

D．set off

9.

A．closed

B．hung

C．painted

D．lifted

10.

A．knocked

B．broke

C．left

D．cleaned

11.

A．fix

B．remove

C．unlock

D．repair

12.

A．demanded

B．concerned

C．saved

D．delivered

13.

A．refused

B．received

C．ignored

D．relayed

14.

A．club

B．party

C．family

D．society

15.

A．danger

B．life

C．joy

D．secret

7 . A museum in France found out recently that over half of their paintings were fakes (赝品). The museum was created to show the works of the painter Etienne Terrus, but over 80of 140 paintings were by other people.

Etienne Terrus was born in El ne in 1857, and died there in 1922. Terrus visited Paris, but unlike many other painters at the time, he did not move there. Instead, he spent a lot of time near El ne and painted scenes from the area. Terrus is important to the people of Elne because of this tie.

The Terrus Museum has been collecting artwork by Terrus for almost 20 years. Most of the art works have been bought in the last few years. The museum spent about $190,000 to buy paintings, drawings, and watercolours. Some pieces of art have also been given to the museum.

The museum recently closed for about 4 months while the building was being renovated. As they were getting ready to re-open the museum, people from the museum asked Eric Forcada to help them figure out how to organize the paintings.

Mr. Forcada studies art history. As he looked at the works of art that the museum had, it didn’t take him long to find out that something was wrong. Some paintings didn’t look at all like Terrus’s work or were painted on the wrong kind of canvas. Some paintings showed buildings that had been built a long time after Mr. Terrus died. Several paintings had the name of the artist written in ink on the painting. Mr. Forcada said, “On one painting, the ink signature was wiped away when I passed my white glove over it. Over 80 of 140 paintings were by other people.”

Mr. Forcada says that problems like these are more common for small museums like the Terrus Museum. Unlike big museums, small ones don’t have enough money to pay experts to check out artwork carefully. The good news for the Terrus Museum is that experts say that almost 58 of their Terrus paintings are real.

1. Why does Étienne Terrus mean a lot to the people of Elne?

A．He was born there.	B．His paintings were breathtaking.
C．He created many works from Elne’s scenes.	D．He differs from other painters of his time.

2. How did the museum obtain most of the paintings?

A．They were mainly purchased.	B．Some painters donated them.
C．The staff painted them.	D．They were renewed from the old ones.

3. What does the underlined word “renovated” in Paragraph 4 probably mean?

A．Destroyed.	B．Constructed.
C．Moved.	D．Repaired.

4. What is the best title for the text?

A．Etienne Terrus Was a Born Landscape Painter

B．Over Half of a French Museum’s Paintings Are Fakes

C．Some Experts Proved the Art Works Not Real

D．Small Museums Lack Money to Buy Paintings

8 . Last month, a group of university student volunteers from Wuhan, Hubei province, arrived at the home of a couple who have been married for more than 60 years.

The group was taking part in a programme launched in 2015 aimed at helping elderly couples fulfill their dreams of having special wedding photos taken. Zhang, 20, a freshman at Wuhan University of Engineering Science, is among the students taking part in the institution’s volunteer project, Dream Fulfillment Plan.

The project’s founder, Yu Jinwen, 35, a teacher at Wuhan University of Engineering Science, said that as of last month, the volunteers had taken wedding photos for more than 1,000 couples. They also interviewed their subjects and recorded their love stories.

The project was inspired by Yu’s regret at not having a good photo of his grandfather, who died in 2010. The family searched hard but was unable to find a quality shot. In desperation, Yu had to use the photo on his grandfather’s ID card as a portrait. In 2014, Yu led students applying to launch a volunteer service project, and came up with the idea of taking good photographs for the elderly free of charge.

“When these couples were young, there was no opportunity to take wedding photos. We can help them by taking special shots to bring back good memories of their younger days,” Yu said. Initially, he found it difficult to acquire wedding dresses and photographic equipment. However, one of his former classmates, who owned a wedding photography company in Wuhan, donated more than 70 secondhand wedding dresses to the project. Yu formed the first team, which consisted of 15 volunteers.

The project, which has grown over the years, now comprises 13 groups with a total of 590 volunteers. They have worked in 356 communities and rural areas across 43 cities in 13 provinces nationwide, gaining recognition and appreciation for their work. In 2021, the project won the silver prize at the sixth Chinese Youth Volunteer Service Project Competition.

1. What is the purpose of Dream Fulfillment Plan?

A．To offer opportunities to students to find jobs.

B．To help elderly couples realize their wedding photo dream.

C．To make Wuhan University of Engineering Science known.

D．To encourage more university students to do voluntary work.

2. What motivated Yu Jinwen to launch the project?

A．His wish in childhood.	B．His passion for photography.
C．Lack of good photos for his late grandfather.	D．The encouragement of his teachers.

3. What does the last paragraph mainly focus on?

A．The members of the project.	B．The achievements of the project.
C．The promising future of the project.	D．The support given by the public.

4. What is the main idea of the text?

A．Student volunteers help elderly couples turn the clock back.

B．Wuhan University of Engineering Science launched a project.

C．Taking good wedding photos for elderly people is no easy task.

D．Wedding photos for elderly people become more and more popular.

9 . Wildlife biologist Purnima Devi Barman remembers the first time she ever saw the nest of a greater adjutant stork (秃鹳) in a tree near her grandmother’s home. Her grandmother would tell her stories about birds and animals under the tree. The love for the natural world developed in those years led Barman to devote her life to saving the endangered greater adjutant stork.

Known as the Hargila in Assam, the greater adjutant stork is the second-rarest stork in the world. Unlike pandas or lions, whose attractive appearances help gain widespread support for their protection, these tall, bald, clumsy birds meet with bias in conservation campaigns.

“Hargilas also bear a reputation of bringing bad luck,” says Barman. “What was the point of writing my paper on them if there was no way of actually saving these birds? I had to start with changing the misconception.”

Not one to shy away from a challenge, Barman put her PhD on hold and set to work. “I started engaging with the women in the village. In our experience, educating and securing the participation of women ensures that the learning passes on to the next generation,” Barman says.

Today, around 400 women have been trained to work on conserving this rare bird. The group’s activities include awareness-building in schools and plantation drives in which 45,000 trees were planted to support the stork’s future populations.

A key component allowing Barman to successfully integrate conservation efforts into the village cultural life was her idea of building related livelihoods. Weaving (纺织) is a long-standing craft in Assam, so Barman created a self-help group employing women to weave stork patterns on textiles. This innovative idea was highlighted at the UN Champion of the Earth Awards she won in 2022.

Currently the number of greater adjutant nests in Assam’s Kamrup district has grown from 28 in 2010 to more than 250. The once unlucky stork is now a symbol of community pride, its pictures appearing on bags, blankets and celebration decorations.

1. What motivated Barman to save the greater adjutant stork?

A．Her interest in observing nests.	B．Her passion for doing research.
C．Her love for nature from childhood.	D．Her grandmother’s encouragement.

2. What does the underlined word “bias” in paragraph 2 probably mean?

A．Prejudice.

B．Support.

C．Danger.

D．Success.

3. What was a major challenge Barman faced in conserving the greater adjutant stork?

A．The stork is common in appearance.	B．The stork was believed to be unlucky.
C．She had not finished her paper for PhD.	D．She lacked experience in wildlife conservation.

4. How did Barman make conservation efforts part of the village cultural life?

A．By creating related jobs.	B．By teaching women to weave.
C．By planting trees in the village.	D．By advertising local products.

10 . The Best Hotels in St. Kitts and Nevis

Neighboring St. Kitts and Nevis remain two of the most off-the-radar islands in the Caribbean. Their beaches are gorgeous and their mountainous coastlines are perfect for day hikes. Here’s where to check in when you go.

Park Hyatt St. Kitts Christophe Harbor

From the reflecting lily pools at its entrance to the wall of straw hats in the lobby, you’ll never forget you’re on sandy St. Kitts when you stay at the swish, five-star Park Hyatt fronting Christophe Harbor. We especially love that the 126 taupe-and-blue rooms are an about-face from the stuffy colonial leftovers you’ll find elsewhere on the island, which ensure those volcano and beach views are never upstaged. You’ll also enjoy water views from the Miraval Spa.

Belle Mont Farm

Calling all foodies: gourmet (美食家) meals are the standard when you stay at Belle Mont Farm, a 400-acre eco-friendly working farm built on the slopes of Mount Liamuiga, from where you can have/get a bird’s-eye view of the sea. Across the property, signs indicate when fruit is ripe to pick, while no less than six restaurants and bars showcase the island’s diversity. The one you absolutely have to hit is Kitchen, which specializes in fresh catches of the day and sources nearly every ingredient from St. Kitts or Nevis.

Four Seasons Resort Nevis

Despite its small size, this colonial beauty embodies the kind of over-the-top luxury you’ve always dreamed of: there are three infinity pools (无边泳池), pavilions with wrap-around verandas, a Robert Trent Jones Jr. golf course, a lavish spa with splendid water views, and rich activities are included, from a sailing school to tennis courts, guided hikes along rainforest trails, and even a beach waiter who roams the sands, handing out books and sunscreen.

1. What can we know about Belle Mont Farm?

A．It has more than 100 taupe-and-blue rooms.	B．It features its dishes.
C．It attracts lots of hikers.	D．It is located on the beach of St. Kitts.

2. What do the three hotels have in common?

A．They are all located in Nevis.	B．They all provide guided hikes.
C．They all provide wonderful water views.	D．They are all large-scale hotels.

3. What is unique to Four Seasons Resort Nevis?

A．It serves fresh catches.	B．Rich activities are included.
C．It has spa facilities.	D．Sand beaches are available.