1 . Last year, my son Leopold, then 9, and I went on a ski trip to Keystone, Colorado. Leopold, a picky eater and a little ______ of new experiences, inspired me to create a “yes rule” for our adventure. We agreed to ______ every opportunity, no matter how unappealing it seemed.

Our ______ began at the airport breakfast buffet, where we both ______ our comfort zones. I tried a vegan meatball and Leopold ______ look a small bite of hash browns (土豆饼). Neither of us ______ our choices, but we appreciated the experience.

Back at the hotel, Leopold met his snowboard ______ . He had taken a few lessons before, but never on a mountain of this size. I hoped that Leopold would ______ this opportunity.

While Leopold was at the snowboard school, I was on the slopes alone. The first day I chose an easy green run. On the second day, ______ , I thought of Leopold, who, the day before, had kept to our ______ and faced his fear of heights to learn how to ride a chairlift (缆车) , so I ______ myself to a higher- level blue run. It was steeper than I expected, but I managed to ski down successfully and felt a sense of ______ :

That afternoon, despite the freezing temperatures, Leopold wanted to try the outdoor hot tub. Though initially ______ , I remembered our “yes rule” and joined him. The contrast between the cold air and the warm water was refreshing and we shared a ______ moment.

Our “yes rule” was so successful that we decided to include the rest of the family on future trips. Adopting a “yes” mentality on holiday encourages us to push our ______ and live life to the fullest.

1.

A．curious

B．fearful

C．excited

D．tired

2.

A．avoid

B．seek

C．accept

D．deny

3.

A．trip

B．dream

C．commitment

D．success

4.

A．stepped out of

B．got rid of

C．took control of

D．spoke highly of

5.

A．cautiously

B．greedily

C．quickly

D．politely

6.

A．realized

B．limited

C．regretted

D．loved

7.

A．partner

B．instructor

C．guide

D．passenger

8.

A．make up for

B．make sense of

C．keep up with

D．make the most of

9.

A．however

B．besides

C．thus

D．therefore

10.

A．tradition

B．promise

C．budget

D．routine

11.

A．taught

B．challenged

C．enjoyed

D．expressed

12.

A．guilty

B．belonging

C．achievement

D．hope

13.

A．disappointed

B．delighted

C．stressed

D．hesitant

14.

A．memorable

B．forgetful

C．worthless

D．critical

15.

A．patience

B．creativity

C．boundaries

D．progress

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。

French geologist Jean Corbel founded mode m Arctic research in Ny-Alesund, Svalbard, in 1963,     1     (turn) the mining town into a global scientific center.

China’s first Arctic research station — Arctic Yellow River Station, established there,     2     (focus) on a variety of scientific efforts, with glaciology (冰川学) at the forefront. The station, headed by Hu Zhengyi, is central to monitoring changes in glaciers, a critical measure of the impact of climate change and its potential     3     (affect) sea levels.

Glaciology in China is an emerging field that requires     4     (commit) and hard work, often involving     5     (physical) demanding tasks in remote areas. “This job is not for everyone,” Hu jokes about the workload.

The station     6     (conduct) in-depth glacier studies for over a decade, contributing significantly     7     the global scientific community’s understanding of how glaciers respond to global warning.

Kim Holmen of the Norwegian Polar Institute emphasizes the importance of international scientific cooperation, especially in the face of the huge challenges     8     (bring) about by climate change. Ny-Alesund has become a center     9     scientists from more than 10 countries come together, creating     10     environment of friendship and trust that is crucial for tackling global issues. “I think it can make a difference in the world,” Holmen says.

3 . Four astronauts headed to the International Space Station (ISS) on Sunday where they will oversee the arrivals of two new rocketships during their half- year stay.

SpaceX’s Falcon rocket was launched from Kennedy Space Center, carrying NASA’s Matthew Dominick, Michael Barratt and Jeanette Epps and Russia’s Alexander Grebenkin. The astronauts should reach the orbiting lab on Tuesday. They will replace a crew from the US, Denmark, Japan and Russia, who have been there since August.

“When are you getting here already?” space station commander Andreas Mogensen asked via Twitter, after three days of delay due to high wind. SpaceX Launch Control termed it “fashionably late”. There was almost another postponement Sunday night. A small leak in the seal of the SpaceX capsule’s hatch caused a last- minute flurry (忙乱) of reviews, but it was thought safe for the whole mission.

The new crew’s six- month stay includes the arrival of two rocketships ordered by NASA．Boeing’s new Starliner capsule with test pilots is due in late April. A month or two later, Sierra Space’s Dream Chaser, a mini shuttle, should arrive. It is for delivering supplies to the station, but not passengers yet.

Epps, who is from New York, is the second Black woman assigned to a long station mission. She said before the flight that she was especially proud to be a role model for girls, especially for Black girls, demonstrating that spaceflight “is an option for them, and that this is not just for other people”.

Also new to space are Dominick, a Navy pilot, and Grebenkin, a former Russian military officer. Barratt, a doctor on his third mission, is the oldest full- time astronaut to fly in space. He turns 65 in April. As for his age, he said before the flight, “As long as we stay healthy and fit and engaged, we’re good to fly.”

1. Why were the four astronauts sent to the ISS?

A．To train test pilots for Starliner.	B．To monitor the new rocketships.
C．To deliver supplies to the station.	D．To replace the crew on the station.

2. What delayed the astronauts’ arrival?

A．The leak in the capsule.	B．Bad weather conditions.
C．An interview with the media.	D．Repair work on the rocket.

3. What do we know about Dominick?

A．He worked as an officer in the army.	B．He was a full- time astronaut from Russia.
C．He performed the task for the first time.	D．He was in charge of the space program.

4. What do Epps’ words suggest?

A．Females are capable of investigating space.

B．Age is a decisive factor in space tasks.

C．Her work makes her a role model for girls.

D．Space technology is a great challenge for girls.

4 . The Best Bakeries in Paris

Le Grenier à Pain
152 Rue Oberkampf, Paris

Winner of the 2010 prize for Best Baguette in Paris, this famous bakery located in the heart of Montmartre is run by Michel Galloyer. The decoration is appealing, with the breads and cakes strikingly presented. The almond (杏仁) bread is amazing, and the chocolate pies are second-to-none. Breads are reasonably priced, while the chocolate pies are slightly above average, but in this instance, worth the extra cents.

Poilâne
8 Rue du Cherche-Midi, Paris

Established by Pierre Poilane in 1932, this bakery has stood the test of time. Son Lionel continues to bake bread in the original wood-fired oven. Sourdough bread baked from stone-ground flour is a specialty here, as are delicate butter cookies. The unique online ordering system offers potential original gifts, or the chance to keep up your bread habit if your trip to Paris is temporary.

Maison Kayser
14 Rue Monge, Paris

Three generations of Kaysers have established a number of bakeries across Paris, where they sell their unique variety of bread, comprising a mix of milk, hazelnuts and honey. The multigrain loaf has a notably light and fluffy (松软的) texture and makes for a perfect breakfast treat. Ready-made sandwiches and salads are a lunchtime feature at this Latin Quarter bakery.

Au 140
140 Rue de Belleville, Paris

Au 140 counts a list of awards to its name. The official supplier to the presidential palace in2001, its baguette was named the best in Paris that same year. Talented baker Pierre Demoney also earned the bakery second prize in Paris’ croissant competition. Au 140 features a large selection of organic breads to choose from, which are worth the detour (绕路).

1. Which is the most famous food of Le Grenier à Pain?

A．Almond breads.

B．Chocolate pies.

C．Butter cookies.

D．Multigrain cakes.

2. What do Poilâne and Maison Kayser have in common?

A．They were established in the 1930s.	B．They both won several prizes in Paris.
C．They are family-owned businesses.	D．They bake bread in a traditional way.

3. Where can customers buy organic food?

A．152 Rue Oberkampf, Paris.	B．8 Rue du Cherche-Midi, Paris.
C．14 Rue Monge, Paris.	D．140 Rue de Belleville, Paris.

5 . Scientists from the UK recently visited the Arctic, the northernmost region of Earth, to test out a method of “refreezing” its ice. The Arctic is extremely cold, but the ice is melting due to global warming. Over the past 30 years, the oldest and thickest parts have shrunk by as much as 95%. This is a concern because the melting ice causes sea levels to rise.     1    , whereas the white ice reflects it back into space.

In January, a research team traveled to Cambridge Bay, in Arctic Canada.     2    . This water spread out across the ice and froze, replacing the snow that usually lies there. Having a layer of fresh ice rather than snow on top reduces the temperature of the ice.     3    , making the ice thicker by natural means too.

The plan is for people who live in the region to measure the thickness of the ice over several weeks.     4    . Even if the idea works and the ice gets thicker, it could still take about 10 million pumps to reverse the melting ice all over the Arctic. “That’s a lot of pumps ... but it’s not absolutely out of this world,” said Shaun Fitzgerald from the University of Cambridge, which is involved in the expedition.

    5    . One involves sprinkling powder over the ice to reflect the Sun’s rays back, which could reduce heat and the rate of melting. Another project would install underwater curtains in front of glaciers to protect them from being melted by warm seawater.

A．Experts are exploring other ideas too

B．It also causes the seawater under it to freeze faster

C．This also limits the environmental impact of the study

D．It also makes the planet warmer because the dark water absorbs the Sun’s heat

E．They cut a hole in the ice and used a pump to bring seawater from under the ice up to the surface

F．The pump used by the scientists is powered by green hydrogen, a gas produced using renewable energy

G．The team hopes to add about three feet of ice in order to stop it from melting completely during the summer

6 . A couple, who began raising money for _______ 40 years ago after their daughter’s battle with cancer, are about to _______the l million mark. Their youngest daughter Sally Kay was_______with cancer when she was a teenager. She _______successful chemotherapy (化疗) and totally recovered from the disease at the age of 18. On their way home after her final surgery and chemotherapy, Sally said, “Mum, I’m one of the _______ones so I’d like to give something back.” This got her parents Mike and Bridget Locke thinking. The couple decided to raise money for, _______research to find a cure and they have stuck to their promise raising £956,000.

The devoted pair have spent the past four decades working _______ to raise cash for Cancer Research. They have raised thousands through supermarket collections, breakfast mornings and golf events. Mike discovered a love of making marmalade (橘子酱) and has sold over 2,000 jars all for charity .

It became their _______job after Mike retired 30 years ago. “It makes me feel I’ve done something_______ ,” Mike said.“I’ve enjoyed it because l think l m doing something useful with my life.” Bridget, a former local newspaper our journalist, said, “I think it’s in my blood to raise money, Even as a small child during the war, I used to do a collection and was given a(n) ________for raising more than the other girls.

Mike, who was awarded a Member of the British Empire in 2007 for his services to Cancer Research, added. “A few years ago, I mapped it out on a graph and worked out that we should hit the1 million mark by the time l turn 90.Well, I________ it to 90 but we still haven’t hit l million.” So he has ________ a fundraising page online to get the £44,00. He needs to________ his target. Sophie Bus son from Cancer Research said,” What Mike said and his family have achieved is extraordinary. Their ________will enable scientists to find new ways to________, diagnose and treat cancer and we are incredibly grateful to him.”

1.

A．institution

B．charity

C．corporation

D．union

2.

A．hit

B．spin

C．pay

D．charge

3.

A．associated

B．pleased

C．bored

D．diagnosed

4.

A．underwent

B．underestimated

C．undertook

D．understood

5.

A．miserable

B．intellectual

C．adorable

D．fortunate

6.

A．soul-stirring

B．life-saving

C．mind-blowing

D．life-changing

7.

A．carelessly

B．selflessly

C．tirelessly

D．restlessly

8.

A．full-time

B．high-speed

C．short-term

D．past-time

9.

A．permanent

B．temporary

C．meaningless

D．positive

10.

A．award

B．payment

C．schedule

D．quotation

11.

A．packed

B．brought

C．caught

D．made

12.

A．raised up

B．cut up

C．set up

D．broke up

13.

A．search

B．reach

C．catch

D．match

14.

A．efficiency

B．significance

C．issue.

D．devotion

15.

A．prevent

B．promote

C．protect

D．preserve

7 . Anyone with a mobile phone has likely dropped it in water or been caught in a rainstorm. And many seem to think that putting a wet phone in a bag of uncooked rice will rescue it.     1    . The technology company said it is a bad idea because small particles(颗粒) of rice can get into the phone and cause damage.

If the phone is dropped in water, dry it with a clean cloth, even a shirt will do. Turn the phone off if you can. Remove its SIM card, the cover and the battery, if possible. And let everything dry at room temperature, perhaps with a fan running. Since you cannot take a phone apart, Apple says to tap the phone against your hand with the connecting ports facing down so water can flow out.     2    . Apple, however, advises against putting one inside iPhone openings.

If your phone is dropped in seawater, treated water, or a drink, Samsung advises to keep it in clean water for a few minutes.     3    . Both Apple and Samsung say to leave the phone out in an open area to dry. More importantly, don’t use a hair dryer or put the phone in a freezer. Most newer phones are not waterproof but they are water-resistant. It means they can get wet for a short time.

    4    . Packs of silica gel (干燥剂) are usually included with products including food and shoes to keep them dry. These packs can help dry your phone in a sealed container. The phone manufacturers say it is hard to know when phones are completely dry. But it will likely take a few days.     5    .

A．Drying your phone is not as easy as it might seem

B．However, Apple recently warned against doing just that

C．Phones can survive 30 minutes in up to 6 meters of water

D．Doing that will remove any salt that could hurt the phone

E．Another way to dry your phone is by using a drying agent

F．It’s still a good idea to bring the phone in for service right away

G．Samsung suggests using a cotton swab to get water out of the ports

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Where does Mark usually read news now?

A．In a newspaper.

B．In a magazine.

C．On the Internet.

2. What makes the woman surprised about the machine?

A．It has a small glass window.

B．It can make a pizza in a short time.

C．It offers four types of pizzas at a time.

3. What does the woman think of the machine?

A．It might not be popular.

B．It is quite necessary.

C．It will certainly succeed.

4. What is an advantage of the machine?

A．The 24-hour service.

B．Tasty pizza made by it.

C．The low production cost.

9 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How long does Lisa probably spend playing the piano each day?

A．One hour.

B．Two hours.

C．Three hours.

2. What does the boy mean in the end?

A．He is very interested in drawing.

B．He wants to have more flexible time.

C．He doesn’t have time to play the guitar.

10 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What has the dragon traditionally symbolized in Chinese culture?

A．Wealth and wisdom.

B．Power and mystery.

C．Peace and harmony.

2. Which dynasties did the Forbidden City serve as the royal palace?

A．Tang and Song Dynasties.

B．Yuan and Ming Dynasties.

C．Ming and Qing Dynasties.

3. What role do the dragons appear to fulfill?

A．Guardians of the ancient palaces.

B．Representations of annual festivals.

C．Parent and babysitter.