1 . Out in the Atlantic Ocean, roughly 60 miles off the northwest coast of Africa, lie the Canary Islands. In the 1950s, the boom in package tourism showed promise as a new cash crop. But while the Canary Islands had the sunshine, warm climate and ease of access from Europe needed for this new industry, they were missing a vital element picture postcard sandy beaches.

So the developers on Tenerife in the Canary Islands constructed a breakwater (防波堤) over half a mile long. And then, from the Western Sahara on Africa’s northwest coast, they shipped in 270, 000 tons of sand. By 1973, the project was complete. As anticipated, tourists arrived. Along the engineered beach, rows and rows of tourists relax on beach chairs under umbrellas or walk across soft sand to cool down in the water.

Unanticipated was what their presence gave to one of the world’s most endangered fish species, angel sharks — visibility. The gentle wind creates tiny waves on the water’s surface, a magical cover for what lies beneath — an angel shark nursery. Female angel sharks regularly migrate to these ideally sheltered waters to give birth to pups (幼崽), who remain in the shallows for about a year. Feeding on small fishes, they grow to around the same length as a newborn human baby.

Surveys have shown that other beaches in the Canary Islands are also potential nursery sites. Interestingly, most of them have been remade to make them more attractive to people. Playa Chica has another long sweep of imported sand. It’s an attraction for divers as well as angel sharks, so the number of sightings of mature angel sharks of this shoreline is one of highest in the islands.

Normally, massive, environmentally disruptive projects are bad for wildlife. But what’s clear is that after the breakwater was built and the sand arrived, people followed, and in the calm, shallow waters they began to see baby angel sharks. And unlike how many an association between humans and wildlife ends-in conflict and dead animals, this time it led to conservation.

1. Why did the developers on Tenerife carry out the project?

A．To build a base for shipping.	B．To boost the local tourism industry.
C．To fight against the rising sea.	D．To protect the island’s eco-system.

2. What was an unexpected result of the project?

A．It caused the disappearance of some fishes.

B．It made a magical tourist attraction.

C．It gave angel sharks a home.

D．It created conflicts between sharks and tourists.

3. What is the author’s attitude toward the engineered beach?

A．Favorable.

B．Doubtful.

C．Unclear.

D．Intolerant.

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

A．To highlight the financial benefits of tourism.

B．To introduce potential human-wildlife coexistence.

C．To explain the situation of endangered species.

D．To emphasize the importance of wildlife conservation.

2 . Most Popular UK Destinations for a Staycation

Looking for a cheap stay cation to brighten up your winter? Here are the most popular destinations in the UK.

Blackpool

Whether you’re seeking the thrills of Blackpool Pleasure Beach or are keen to catch a glimpse of Blackpool Tower, the city’s most appealing attraction, the seaside town offers various amazing views. It’s no wonder the town has gained 980.8 million views on TikTok. With accommodation price £75 for a night, you’ll have a golden opportunity to enjoy Blackpool's Illuminations (彩灯) display and the Seaside Trail.

Searborough

North Yorkshire’s Scarborough sees 49,500 monthly searches and 686.4 million views on TikTok. One of the local highlights is the annual St Nicholas Fair. While a one-night stay in Scarborough costs £85, the town offers holiday-makers opportunities to experience ancient British culture at the 12th-century castle ruins.

Swansea

The Welsh town sees 27,100 monthly searches and has 622.4 million views on TikTok. Swansea’s Waterfront Wonderland brings with it the Alpine Village and various amusement attractions. Spending a night here costs just 10 pounds more than in Scarborough. But if you book a week earlier, you can get a 5 percent discount in total. With Cardiff only being an hour’s drive from Swansea, you have the perfect opportunity to catch a game of ice hockey.

Bournemouth

Bournemouth isn’t called Sunny Bournemouth for nothing, as holiday-makers can enjoy breathtaking views along the Jurassic Coast. With a World Heritage Site within its borders, it’s no surprise to see this town with the high number of views on TikTok (868.3 million). A one-night stay will cost you £105, giving you the perfect opportunity to get relaxed.

1. What is the most attractive in Blackpool?

A．Blackpool Pleasure Beach.	B．Blackpool Tower.
C．The Illuminations display.	D．The Seaside Trail.

2. How much will a tourist at least pay for a night in Swansea?

A．£ 70.

B．£ 85.

C．£ 85.75.

D．£ 90.25.

3. Which of the following has the second-highest number of views on TikTok?

A．Blackpool.

B．Swansea.

C．Scarborough.

D．Boumemouth.

3 . My name is Carmen Cruz and I am seventy-seven years old. Two years ago, I was diagnosed (诊断) with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. A few years prior, I ________ that I was ________ parts of my daily routine, and was tested. To my ________, the results were negative. A year later, I ________ noticed bouts (发病期) of forgetfulness, only this time they were more ________. Again I requested the appropriate ________, and this time, it was ________ that I had early signs of Alzheimer’s disease.

Despite Alzheimer’s intention to rob (剥夺) me of my experiences, I have triumphed (成功) since my diagnosis.

The first thing I did was to ________ my reality. I absorbed all the information I could find, ________ the doctor’s recommendations, and committed to ________ them out. I am determined to fight, the ________ of what the disease wants me to do. And with my family’s ________, I continue each day living life to the fullest of my abilities.

Upon being diagnosed, I made it my goal to write the story of my life and I managed to complete this task in one year’s time. It was an incredible ________; I put my mind to work at full speed.

I’m ________ that in my situation, the disease is progressing extremely slowly. The final stage may be unavoidable, and as human beings, we can only do so much. However, in pursuing ________ tasks that put your mind to work, you make the most of the life you have.

1.

A．noticed

B．disagreed

C．wondered

D．reported

2.

A．establishing

B．breaking

C．forgetting

D．following

3.

A．regret

B．relief

C．anger

D．doubt

4.

A．seldom

B．even

C．again

D．soon

5.

A．normal

B．preventable

C．natural

D．frequent

6.

A．explanation

B．changes

C．treatment

D．tests

7.

A．hoped

B．mistaken

C．confirmed

D．recommended

8.

A．accept

B．explore

C．ignore

D．appreciate

9.

A．talked about

B．passed on

C．gave up

D．listened to

10.

A．living

B．seeking

C．sorting

D．leaving

11.

A．result

B．opposite

C．cause

D．truth

12.

A．permission

B．guarantee

C．advice

D．support

13.

A．effort

B．dream

C．moment

D．promise

14.

A．anxious

B．fortunate

C．depressed

D．afraid

15.

A．dangerous

B．enjoyable

C．troublesome

D．accessible

4 . 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。

Dr Hart, a psychologist, interviewed three people     1     (discover) what “me” means and how they have learnt to appreciate the beauty in themselves.

Wanting to look good and obtain the praise of others, 24-year-old Jade has become     2     (addict) to selfie apps that can remove her freckles, en large her eyes and even slim her jawline. She spends     3     (hour) every day editing and posting her selfies, expecting “likes” to boost her     4     (confident). In Dr Hart’s opinion, people     5     pretend to be someone they are not tend to misjudge themselves.

Never really     6     (care) about his appearance, Anthony only used to have five identical pairs of trousers and five identical shirts. His roommates at college registered him for a TV programme, A New You. Surprised at     7     good he looked after a makeover, he realised the importance of external beauty.

Emma     8     (bother) by her “big” body shape since she was little. She made every effort imaginable to lose weight, including dieting and weight-loss pills, but this brought her nothing but pain     9     poor health. Her idea of beauty shifted when she came across the inspiring success story of Tess Holiday, a plus-size model. And she has acknowledged that keeping fit not only makes us much    10     (beautiful), but happier, too.

5 . Art and culture should care about the existence of human beings, that is to say, the development of art and culture should be ______ human existence.

A．in charge of

B．in control of

C．in harmony with

D．in communication with

6 . Videos showed that teachers interacted with the whole class 72 percent of the time in Chinese classrooms, ______ only 25 percent in England.

A．in response to

B．in competition with

C．in return for

D．in comparison with

7 . If you cannot ______ your emotions in the case, it is unlikely that you will deal with it fairly.

A．take advantage of

B．get rid of

C．put up with

D．keep pace with

8 . How others are feeling is not something that we should make ______ about, because it’s not always obvious who is truly happy.

A．assumptions

B．efforts

C．contributions

D．recommendations

9 . Jenny won’t get lost — she has a very good ______ of direction.

A．sense

B．view

C．attitude

D．idea

10 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Which is not provided for the pets in America?

A．Exercise.

B．Education.

C．Medical care.

2. Why do some owners dress their pets in pretty clothes?

A．To entertain them.

B．To keep them warm.

C．To keep them in fashion.

3. Which is the unusual pet in the US?

A．Monkeys.

B．Fish.

C．Birds.

4. Which pets can be trained to help disabled persons?

A．Dogs and cats.

B．Birds and dogs.

C．Dogs and monkeys.