1 . 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。

In an age of rapidly growing urbanization, rooftop farming has emerged as a sustainable response     1     the challenge of creating green space in cities. This innovative practice transforms rooftops into mini farms, where vegetables, fruits, and even flowers     2     (plant), providing local residents with fresh produce and adding a touch of nature to urban environments.

Rooftop farming, also     3     (refer) to as vertical agriculture, is more than just a trend; it’s a step towards environmental conservation. Green roofs with vegetation help to absorb sunlight and release moisture, cooling the air and reducing the demand for air conditioning,     4     in turn lessens energy     5     (consume) and carbon emission. Meanwhile, rooftop farms serve as educational platforms,     6     (teach) city dwellers about sustainable agriculture practices and the importance of locally     7     (source) food.

As urban populations continue to grow, rooftop farming fosters community engagement     8     promotes healthier lifestyles by providing access to fresh and organic produce. When we look towards     9     future where environmental consciousness and sustainable practices become increasingly vital, rooftop farming stands as a testament to our ability to cultivate more than just food—we cultivate hope for a     10     (green) and more resilient world.

2 . Ross Mathematics Program

The Ross Program is a summer experience designed for pre-college students.

Mission Statement

※At Ross. we provide students with a focused and supportive environment for mathematical exploration. We encourage mathematical cooperation and community building, instead of direct competition between students.

※At Ross, we want to create an environment that allows students to explore their relationships with mathematics, and we try to create an experience that allows students to explore mathematics deeply, to experience mathematics for themselves, and to share this exploration and joy with others.

Ross Staff

We have excellent counselors (辅导员) who are responsible for teaching mathematics, providing social and emotional support for students, and monitoring student safety. They are also responsible for being role models for students, and for developing a welcoming camp culture among the participants.

Program Dates

There will be two sites for the Ross Program:

※At Otterbein University in Columbus, OH. June 9 through July 19, 2024

※At Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in Terre Haute, Indiana, June 16 through July 26, 2024

All participants typically live with a roommate in a campus dormitory.

Applying

※Pre-college students who are interested in mathematics are invited to apply. First-year students range in age from 15 to 18 years old, but in unique cases, younger or older students are accepted. We expect about 60 first-year students at each site.

Admission decisions are based on school performance, teacher recommendations, essays about the applicant’s interests and goals, and the applicant’s work on some challenging math problems.

The fee for attending the program is $7,000, though we’re able to provide financial aid for students who need financial assistance to attend the program. The student fee covers tuition, housing and meals.

Please feel free to email us at ross arossprogram. org!

1. What is the goal of the program?

A．To teach students to build good relationships with others.

B．To help students explore mathematics deeply and joyfully.

C．To give students a chance to share their joy with others.

D．To create a good competitive environment for students.

2. What do we know about the program?

A．It is held in two countries.

B．It is only open to 15-to 18-year-olds.

C．It offers free on-campus housing.

D．It lasts for about six weeks.

3. Who are most likely to be accepted by the program?

A．Those who apply and pay the fee in advance.

B．Those who are recommended by their teachers.

C．Those who have a great interest in mathematics.

D．Those who have published essays about math problems.

3 . Ahmed was a middle-class businessman and used to go to his office in a car that he had bought seven years ago. Despite being _________ stronger than most of his co-workers, he was _________. Ahmed always wanted more than he had. Whenever he got into his car, he would start finding _________ with it, and drown in self-pity for being so poor.

One weekday, Ahmed left his home to go to his office. It was raining heavily. Ahmed drove _________, for he had to be careful with his _________ car. Then, a man on a motorbike grabbed his _________. The man was _________to keep the bike steady in the thunderstorm. Ahmed was _________ the fact that he was travelling safe and dry in his car. He said to himself, “I’m travelling _________ without getting affected by the rain, while this person is in serious difficulty. I am more __________ than him.”

The day passed quickly. When Ahmed drove back home, the rain had stopped. He saw a homeless man sleeping on the wet sidewalk.

Ahmed remained __________ that night, lost in deep thought. Happiness was around him, yet he always ________ about his life. Neither his car, his house nor status was depressing; what was saddening him was his __________. He knew he had to __________ his thoughts. That day, he __________ an important lesson — happiness comes from optimism!

1.

A．physically

B．spiritually

C．intellectually

D．financially

2.

A．annoyed

B．ashamed

C．dissatisfied

D．discouraged

3.

A．things

B．faults

C．money

D．chance

4.

A．slowly

B．dangerously

C．absent-mindedly

D．self-confidently

5.

A．small

B．old

C．lovely

D．electric

6.

A．balance

B．breath

C．attention

D．imagination

7.

A．longing

B．marching

C．wandering

D．struggling

8.

A．aware of

B．excited about

C．anxious for

D．surprised by

9.

A．freely

B．comfortably

C．quickly

D．frequently

10.

A．hopeful

B．impressive

C．content

D．advanced

11.

A．awake

B．curious

C．disappointed

D．silent

12.

A．cared

B．wondered

C．worried

D．complained

13.

A．attitude

B．intention

C．identity

D．memory

14.

A．share

B．change

C．follow

D．appreciate

15.

A．missed

B．gave

C．learnt

D．observed

4 . The Chinese Students and Scholars Association in the UK held a Spring Festival gala (庆典) on Wednesday in London to count down to the Chinese New Year. More than 900attendees, including representatives from British universities and education institutions, as well as Chinese students and scholars, joined to enjoy a feast of Chinese culture.

This year’s Chinese New Year falls on Saturday, and 2024 is the year of the dragon based on the Chinese zodiac. The dragon is considered by the Chinese people to represent dignity, prestige, and fortune.

The festival gala, with a theme of “Soaring Dragon’s Spring Melody”, featured Chinese folk music, dance, singing, martial arts performance and more.

During the event, Zheng Zeguang, China’s ambassador to the UK, made a speech to the attendees, highlighting major accomplishments achieved in the past year and stating China’s future development focuses.

He pointed out that China will determinedly pursue high-quality development and Chinese modernization to advance the great rejuvenation (复兴) of the Chinese nation. China will also call for an equal and orderly multipolar (多级的) world as well as for inclusive economic globalization that benefits all, Zheng noted. “Our motherland has bright prospects for future growth,” he said.

The ambassador praised Chinese students and scholars for being hardworking and behaving in a controlled way, saying that the number of Chinese students in the UK has significantly increased due to the transformation of China. “I hope you will carry on the tradition of patriotism. I hope you will ai m high and work hard. I hope you will unit e and help each other, as well as make friends widely. I hope you will grow into the backbone of the nation in the near future,” he said.

Alistair Fitt, vice-headmaster of Oxford Brookes University, extended warm wishes of good fortune and prosperity in the year of the dragon and expressed hope for progress in Sino-British relations. “I am very sure that our two great nations will continue to expand all of our very successful relationships,” he said.

1. What does the underlined word “prestige” in Paragraph 2 mean?

A．The condition of being strange and alone.	B．The condition of being respected and admired.
C．The condition of being large and frightening.	D．The condition of being followed and monitored.

2. Why has the number of Chinese students significantly risen in the UK according to Zheng Zeguang?

A．Advertising activities have been organized well in China to promote British universities.

B．Chinese students are most attracted by the scenery in the UK.

C．The education fees in the UK have been reduced.

D．Great changes have taken place in China.

3. What does Alistair Fitt mainly express in the last paragraph?

A．His suggestions.

B．His surprises.

C．His arrangements.

D．His expectations.

4. What is the best title for the news report?

A．Spring Festival gala brings joy to Chinese students in UK

B．Chinese students in UK count down to Chinese New Year

C．Warm wishes of good fortune expressed in year of dragon in UK

D．China’s ambassador to UK states China’s future development focuses

5 . The new model electric car ______ many safety tests before it was released to the public. (根据句意填空)

6 . I can’t ______ any more work at the moment because I’m as busy as a bee.

A．take away

B．take down

C．take on

D．take off

7 . 选词填空

make fun of     aware of     get through     break away from        to be frank          in spite of        belong to       due to

1. It’s urgent (迫切的) to make people ___________ (意识到) the problem of wildlife extinction.
2. It’s known to the whole world that Taiwan ___________________ (属于) China.
3. _______________ (尽管) the pain on his ankle, he still kept on running to the final line.
4. It was your encouragement that helped me to _________________ (熬过) those hard times.
5. The living space of wildlife is getting smaller ____________________ (由于) the cutting of trees.
6. In the 1940s, India _____________________ (脱离) Britain and got its independence.
7. Because of an embarrassing photo, the girl _____________________ (被取笑) online and she was very upset.

8 . 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。

Heritage is our legacy from the past, what we live with today and what we pass on to future generations. Traditional art form continues to raise passion     1     appreciation for its fine craftsmanship (手 艺). The Year of the Dragon has brought extra energy into the rich heritage of dragon dances across     2     country.

At the beginning, dragon dances     3     (perform) to pray for rain. With the rising popularity of various folk dramas, dragon dances    4     (gradual) developed from temple rituals to folk customs to give thanks for good fortune. Over time,the dance has further separated into performance     5     (carry) special local characteristics, adding excitement to modern     6     (celebration).

Zhang Fanshen,     7     has practiced the dragon dance for several decades, led a team in a performance of Banban Dragon Lantern, a national intangible cultural heritage, last Friday. So far, Zhang’s organization     8     (attract) more than 1,100 performers from villages in the county and training sessions have been staged at schools.

More and more people have fallen in love     9     the great traditional culture of China, and this is what Chinese people want     10     (share) with other countries around the world.

9 . Australia is generally divided into the following three topographical regions EXCEPT        

A．the Great Western Plateau.

B．the Outback

C．the Eastern Highlands.

D．the Central Eastern Lowlands.

10 . In the United States, Halloween is a night-time         holiday.

A．men’s

B．women’s

C．children’s

D．old men’s