1 . 根据句意，从方框内的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

A. have in common       B. pick up       C. turn your back on       D. at your convenience       E. focus on F. run out of       G. at a loss       H. a variety of       I. break down       J. on account of K. in preparation for       L. breathe in

1. We delayed our departure ______ the bad weather.
2. We should put aside our differences and discuss the things we ______ .
3. How can you ______ me when I am in difficulty?
4. Moved by their speech, I was ______ what to say.
5. The whole class is working hard ______ the next exam.
6. This printer is of good quality. If it should ______ , we would repair it for free.
7. We drive to the airport the next morning to ______ Susan.
8. This not only helps you ______ a project, but it also helps you plan your time.
9. I’d appreciate it if you could do me a favor ______ .
10. They come from ______ different backgrounds.

2 . Steve Davies, a 23-year-old board designer in Wales, is developing a surfboard made from mycelia (菌丝体) instead of plastic.

A 2022 report showed that more than 400, 000 boards are made each year. The global market for surfboards reached $2.2 billion in 2020 and is expected to reach $3.2 billion by 2027. But about 80% of boards are made from plastic, which can take hundreds of years to break down. This will be a serious problem for the environment as the market grows.

“And even when it does break down, it can go into fish’s ecosystem (生态系统), which means that humans will end up eating this plastic,” Davies said.

Davies made his first surfboard in 2020, but the experience showed him many harmful materials were produced in making each board. During his final year at university, he started looking into mycelia and making his beloved sport more environment-friendly.

“My family owns a farm with horses, so I was quickly able to collect substrate material (基料) in the form of horse bedding, to allow the mycelia to grow in,” Davies explained. “This gave me an idea to start a surfboard business—growing surfboards on a farm near the beach and using waste materials from that very same farm, reducing the transport of materials, and therefore reducing carbon (碳) given out into the environment.”

“In the right conditions, we will grow a mycelium board in around 21 days,” Davies said. “The dream would be to make it the new standard. Connecting with nature would be the new design rules and that would be really cool. We’re using the sea and we should give back to the sea.”

1. What do the numbers in Paragraph 2 mainly show?

A．Going surfing costs a lot of money.	B．Surfing is popular with young people.
C．Designing surfboards is a good business.	D．Making eco-friendly surfboards is necessary.

2. Why does Davies mention “fish’s ecosystem”?

A．To explain a rule.	B．To present a reason.
C．To make a comparison.	D．To share an experience.

3. What is Paragraph 5 mainly about?

A．Why Davies loved to design surfboards.

B．What made Davies’ surfboard business possible.

C．Why Davies wanted to study mycelia at university.

D．How Davies collected substrate material to make surfboards.

4. What can we learn from Davies’ words in the last paragraph?

A．He supports environment-friendly products.	B．He hopes to succeed in selling surfboards.
C．He loves to get designing ideas from sea.	D．He dreams of creating cooler surfboards.

3 . I started my cycling adventure early. The morning ride was _______ , the gentle breeze (微风) was pleasant and the road was free of traffic. The path was lined by colorful flowers. Gazing at the mountains, I felt like I was _______ through a painting. Looking down, I _______ fallen leaves on the track. It was the first time I realized leaves could be so rich in color. I came to understand the true _______ of autumn is found in these subtle, often overlooked details.

Of course, this journey was also a challenge. Each time I endured a lengthy uphill climb, I _______ myself somewhere ahead lay a (n) _______ downhill section. It became a kind of reward. I was thirsty and tired. I pushed my bike up the incline, which helped stretch my muscles.

I passed by a woman selling oranges. I wanted to buy some. However, the woman _______ my money and encouraged me to help myself, _______ the oranges were from her own trees. I was deeply _______ .

After eating two, I crouched (蹲) by the roadside, gazing at the uphill stretch ahead. A young couple in a car ____________ to buy oranges. I asked if they could give me a lift. They ____________ and even offered me bread and water. I learned they were from Suzhou and had driven here for the weekend. They ____________ I visit Suzhou for an around-the-lake ride of Taihu. About 10 minutes later, I said goodbye to them and continued riding.

My mood was ____________ transformed. A team of cyclists approached, giving me thumbs-up. I was incredibly motivated. Cycling 144 km in nine hours was a (n)   ____________ . However, as I reflect on the beauty along the route and the kindness of the people I met, I am still full of   ____________ and I am glad came.

1.

A．admirable

B．enjoyable

C．affordable

D．energetic

2.

A．cycling

B．driving

C．running

D．jogging

3.

A．imagined

B．produced

C．noticed

D．confirmed

4.

A．beauty

B．harvest

C．coolness

D．change

5.

A．warned

B．taught

C．reminded

D．cheated

6.

A．effortless

B．meaningless

C．useless

D．hopeless

7.

A．assessed

B．refused

C．valued

D．took

8.

A．arguing

B．debating

C．complaining

D．adding

9.

A．disappointed

B．excited

C．touched

D．astonished

10.

A．took down

B．took over

C．pulled down

D．pulled over

11.

A．failed

B．agreed

C．promised

D．answered

12.

A．recommended

B．ordered

C．persuaded

D．doubted

13.

A．privately

B．frequently

C．completely

D．hardly

14.

A．hope

B．challenge

C．honor

D．memory

15.

A．generosity

B．honesty

C．curiosity

D．gratitude

4 . One year ago, I received the most heartbreaking letter a senior high school student could read. Reading that letter brought me a mix of _________: shock, anger, stress, and sadness. Over the past year, I have thought a lot about what made the month of waiting so _________. The answer for me was fear of the unknown. How much I hope for a quick and _________ answer!

For many 17- or 18-year-olds, this may be the first time that something is completely out of your control. When you hand in your application, you are putting your hopes and _________ into someone else’s hands. That’s a feeling which is _________ to be harmed.

This was a bad time for me. I’m not going to _________. I felt so bad when seeing my _________ going to their first choice schools. However, this gave me a lot more _________ at the same time. I believe I am quite able to succeed in college. And that is what helped me to _________ this bad time. In the end, I was __________ by another university, which is as good as my first choice school.

I am so __________ that I got that rejection (拒绝) letter one year ago, because I grew more from that experience than I ever thought I would. I __________ how to be happy for people who got what I wanted. I learned how to fit in what I hadn’t __________ for.

Being rejected is a terrible feeling, but there is so much __________ that comes out of it. You can take your time to be __________, but be grateful for being where you are. Please believe the better is coming.

1.

A．advantages

B．feelings

C．ideas

D．difficulties

2.

A．excited

B．active

C．nervous

D．peaceful

3.

A．clear

B．right

C．brave

D．serious

4.

A．thoughts

B．suggestions

C．promises

D．dreams

5.

A．necessary

B．easy

C．proud

D．formal

6.

A．lie

B．consider

C．design

D．inform

7.

A．relatives

B．sisters

C．classmates

D．brothers

8.

A．fun

B．knowledge

C．honesty

D．confidence

9.

A．take up

B．go through

C．give up

D．look for

10.

A．interviewed

B．researched

C．trained

D．accepted

11.

A．worried

B．angry

C．glad

D．sorry

12.

A．discussed

B．showed

C．learned

D．reported

13.

A．planned

B．paid

C．asked

D．travelled

14.

A．kindness

B．growth

C．happiness

D．interest

15.

A．doubtful

B．moved

C．bored

D．sad

5 . Of the many colorful Romanian traditions that are brought to life every year, the Bear Dance is one of the most inspiring. This folk tradition dates back to thousands of years ago.

Traditionally, the arrival of the “bears” is announced by a small group of “irozi”, who blow whistles (口哨) to a rhythm set by the head bear tamer (训兽师). Chosen for his leadership skills, the head tamer is the one who decides when each of the acts is played and gives the cues.

The “bears” dance to the beat set by the pan flutes (排萧) and the drums, after practicing for up to three months before the day of the ceremony. Wearing the special costumes requires strength and must be handled with confidence, to look fierce, with the heaviest of costumes weighing up to 50 kilos.

When the person wearing the costume is standing up straight, the “bear” looks up. During the dance, the wearer must bend forward and shake his or her body to the left and to the right while taking small steps either to the front or to the side.

Taking place every winter in villages and cities in Romania’s eastern region of Moldova, the Bear Dance symbolizes the death and rebirth of time. The Bear Dance sees men of all ages, and increasingly more women, who are dressed in real bear skins and dance to the rhythm of pan flutes and drums to drive off evil spirits and ring in the new year. Performed between Christmas and New Year’s Eve, this ancient ritual brings together the whole community, who gather to watch the performance.

By tradition, the procession of the Bear Dance, which includes 6 to 24 “bears”, would visit every family of the village, accompanied by up to three singing bear tamers, several characters wearing women’s clothes and drummers. While this tradition is still observed in many villages, in cities and towns it usually takes the form of a parade that takes place at the end of a major performance in the center.

1. What do we know about the Bear Dance?

A．It is performed by “bears”only.

B．It is a tradition with a long history.

C．It is better celebrated in cities.

D．It is used for sports by the locals in Romania.

2. How does the Bear Dance begin?

A．A group of people blow whistles.

B．The head bear tamer dances to a rhythm.

C．Some performers blow the pan flutes.

D．Several characters beat drums.

3. Why do the locals hold the Bear Dance every year?

A．To call on people to protect wild animals.

B．To celebrate a good harvest in the past year.

C．To welcome the arrival of the new year.

D．To provide themselves with a way to have fun.

4. Which section of a magazine is the text probably taken from?

A．Nature.

B．Travel.

C．History.

D．Culture.

6 . The Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI)

The Museum of Science and Industry, known as MOSI, is famous in Tampa, Florida. Since the early 1980s, MOSI has been a destination where people of all ages can learn about technologies, science, etc. The museum has various exhibits. Before you leave, you can visit its gift shop for your family and friends.

Air Force Armament (空军装备) Museum (AFAM)

A unique museum in Florida is the Air Force Armament Museum. You’ll find the museum on the Eglin Air Force Base, just a few miles north of Fort Walton Beach. The museum opened in 1975 and is the only museum in the country fully dedicated to the Air Force Armament. One of the best things about visiting this museum is that admission (门票费) is free!

The Florida Museum of Natural History (FMNH)

If you’re visiting Gainesville and need a great activity to do, the Florida Museum of Natural History is one of the best. The museum is near the University of Florida and supported by the state. The collections at the museum are surprising. Since the museum is about natural history, it’s fun and educational for both adults and kids. Admission to the museum is free for everyone.

St. Augustine Pirate (海盗) & Treasure Museum (APTM)

A big and unique museum in Florida is in St. Augustine. The St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum shows the history about the ocean’s pirates. The museum was in Key West at first but moved to St. Augustine in 2010. As you walk throughout the exhibits, you’ll be brought back in time, over 300 years, to Port Royal, Jamaica. Many of the exhibits in the museum are from that time.

1. What can you do for your family while visiting MOSI?

A．Take some pictures.	B．Buy some gifts.
C．Choose some exhibits.	D．Record what you see.

2. What do AFAM and FMNH have in common?

A．They are run by the state.	B．They are set up in the 1970s.
C．They are free for visitors.	D．They show natural history.

3. Where will you go if you are interested in the pirates’history?

A．The Museum of Science and Industry.

B．Air Force Armament Museum.

C．The Florida Museum of Natural History.

D．St. Augustine Pirate Treasure Museum.

7 . 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。

For centuries London has been the center of the United Kingdom, but it was     1     (actual) an army outpost (前哨) nearly 2,000 years ago.

There     2     (be) more than six million Londoners at the very     3     (begin) of the 20th century. It was lucky     4     them that their hometown would become the largest and wealthiest city on the earth in the new century. However, wars     5     (fight) from World War Ⅰ to World War Ⅱ. Luckily, this city survived and their country became a country of “freedom and glory for mankind”, as Winston Churchill once said.

London, though badly ruined, remained a good choice for people     6     were looking for chances. In     7     1950s, a new wave of immigrants (移民) changed the face of the city. Millions of people went there in hope of     8     (find) better jobs and higher pay. Now, London is an international capital of commerce, an     9     (attract) tourist destination (目的地), a center of culture, and one of the most lively     10     (city) under the sun.

8 . How to Talk to Strangers

We are often taught at a very young age not to talk to strangers. However, we grow up and have to talk to strangers all day long.     1    

First of all, it is very important to have a warm approach if you want to avoid a cold communication. So when you are approaching a stranger for the first time next time, send off friendly signals (信号), such as smiling.

Now that you have approached with friendly and warm signals, what do you say to a stranger?     2     The opening lines are not as important as you might think. One of the best and effective opening lines is also the simplest, such as “Hey, how are you?”, which has worked for me all the time.

After or during your opening line, give out your hand for a nice solid handshake. But what if you don’t like shaking hands? Too bad, I advise you to step up and shake the other person’s hand anyway. Why? Because handshakes are so important.     3    

    4     You can tell the strangers who you are and how you have arrived. And if you can, try asking them questions. For example, I could say, “Hey, I’m Vanessa. This is my first time at this conference and how about you?” Then they would respond and we are in a conversation and no longer strangers.

My final tip for you is to use food and drink as an opener if you can. Sitting at the bar is an easy way to make conversation with the person next to you.     5     We all eat and drink, so it’s an easy way in.

A．Now it’s time to introduce yourself.

B．Give something as a gift to the stranger at the first time.

C．Having a small talk while waiting to be seated is very simple.

D．Opening lines tend to make people very nervous, but don’t worry.

E．When discussing a problem you both meet, you will better understand each other.

F．Here are some tips for you to develop a quick and good relationship with strangers.

G．The moment your skin touches someone else’s skin, both of you will feel more connected.

9 . For hundreds of years, America’s wilderness has been reduced due to growing cities, leaving outdoors lovers like hunters with fewer chances. By around 1900, too much hunting drove America’s deer nearly into extinction (灭绝), less than a half-million deer, from 45 million in 1450.

Law-makers began to make rules to protect deer and keep ecological balance (生态平衡). And it did make a big difference. By 2000, the deer population had come up to 38 million. Those days, millions of deer lived side by side with humans and could freely find enough food resources.

Gradually, the number of deer was increasing too rapidly, which was not good for both the animals and people. City hunting plays an important role in keeping ecological balance, particularly in places where the animals sometimes cause major problems.

“City deer hunting is a management practice used in many cities and suburban areas across the United States,” says Jason Andrews, program manager of the Urban Deer Hunt in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In the early 2000s, a high number of car accidents were caused by deer. And there was also significant vegetation degradation (植被退化) in many cities. Many possible solutions were researched by the city government. Some suggested hunting deer and other wild animals, but others were against that practice.

In the end, researchers determined that the most effective and sustainable (可持续的) population management solution would be hunting with bows. “City deer hunting is popular in cities that have too many wild deer as well as wooded areas,” says Andrews. “In Cedar Rapids, all parts of the city have right habitats to keep deer population, thus hunting is allowed. I must note that hunting is only allowed on private lands. No parks or any other public grounds can be hunted.”

1. What can we learn from paragraph 1?

A．The deer population was dropping rapidly.

B．Some cities grew smaller in the country.

C．The number of deer dropped to 1,450.

D．The deer population grew up by 45 million.

2. What can we infer about the rules for protecting deer?

A．They failed to be carried out in the US.

B．They were quite successful.

C．People had different attitudes towards them.

D．They were made by Jason Andrews.

3. Which tool is the best for deer hunting according to the text?

A．Stones.

B．Guns.

C．Branches.

D．Bows.

4. What is the best title for the text?

A．Ways to Protect the Environment

B．The Number of Deer in the US

C．People’s Attitude to Deer Hunting

D．America’s Rules for Deer to Keep Ecological Balance

10 . When I was in the fifth grade, my teachers first discovered that I could not even read the first grade books. They didn’t think this kind of problem could happen to me since my father was a famous scientist. My parents sent me to experts, trying to find out what the problem was. My IQ was high, but I had severe problems in learning. They discovered that I was dyslexic (诵读困难的). I was lucky that my parents cared enough to find a way out for me.

When my parents went to Ford Country Day School and sat down with Brent, a teacher in the school, he agreed to help without thinking twice. My family was not rich and I was allowed to go to school free of charge because my mother drove some students to school in the morning in her car. I do know, however, without Brent reaching out to my family, my life would have taken a turn for the worst. Brent and my parents decided to have me retake the fifth grade in the next school year.

I was afraid of going to school with my difficulties in learning, but Brent’s kind and loving support helped me slowly learn to grow and overcome my learning disability. Ford Country Day School has become the most important turning point in my life. The foundation that Brent gave me has in many ways set my direction in life.

I went to Japan to live with my brother for one year right out of Ford Country Day School. I was in an international school in Tokyo. If I had not had the experience in Ford Country Day School, I would not have been able to survive in Japan. I count myself as one of the truly lucky people having been touched by Brent’s caring and love.

1. What’s the problem with the author?

A．He had trouble in learning.	B．His parent didn’t care about him.
C．He didn’t like going to school.	D．The experts were unwilling to help him.

2. Why did the author go to school for free?

A．His family was very poor.

B．His mother sent some students to school.

C．His IQ was quite high.

D．His father was a famous scientist.

3. What does the underlined word “overcome” in paragraph 3 probably mean?

A．Be responsible for.

B．Get used to.

C．Get over.

D．Write down.

4. What is the author’s purpose of writing the text?

A．To share his learning methods.	B．To give a high praise for his parents.
C．To express his thanks to Brent.	D．To introduce Ford Country Day School.