1 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the aim of the campaign?

A．To remind people of Earth Day.

B．To encourage people to reduce garbage.

C．To warn people of the bad effects of pollution.

2. What will be the task on the second day?

A．Planting trees.

B．Designing posters.

C．Collecting garbage.

3. What does the man expect the teachers to do?

A．Paint paper.

B．Stop driving cars.

C．Decorate classrooms.

4. How does Sara find the man's ideas?

A．Absurd.

B．Hollow.

C．Practical.

2 . 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 is quite necessary.

B．It might not be popular.

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.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. When will the man go to the restaurant?

A．On Tuesday.

B．On Wednesday.

C．On Thursday.

2. Who will have dinner with the man?

A．A couple.

B．Some friends.

C．His family.

3. What will the man do next?

A．Provide personal information.

B．Tell the waitress his arriving time.

C．Ask for a table at the non-smoking area.

4 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How did the speakers feel about visiting the park?

A．Tired.

B．Happy.

C．Disappointed.

2. What does Amy plan to do tomorrow?

A．Study for an exam.

B．Attend a party.

C．Go to the movies.

3. What kind of movie will the speakers watch?

A．A romantic movie.

B．A comedy.

C．A horror movie.

5 . Like any other child growing up, Nicole LaMont was an outgoing, adventurous and free-spirited child with the dream of becoming a scientist. “My childhood was filled with imagination of adventure and curiosity, ”Nicole said. She experienced a normal childhood, but when she was 12 years old, a terrible illness led her to lose her hearing in both ears.

“My world was turned upside down,” said Nicole. “I went from being a talkative, joyous child to being quiet and depressed. ”However, she came to realize she had to fight when it was determined that her hearing would not return. With her family’s help, Nicole began to learn American Sign Language(ASL).

A year later, she received an operation where she was implanted (植入) a hearing device, which brought back some light to her life and she also learned how to adapt to the new life. It wasn’t until she attended Gallaudet, a school for the deaf, that she fully devoted herself to ASL and the deaf community. “Becoming fluent in ASL and having total communication allowed me to feel a sense of acceptance again,” said Nicole. “I found my confidence and ‘visual (视觉的) voice’ in the performing arts.”

It was then that she made her first request, demanding subtitles (字幕) for movie theatres in Alabama. After much struggle, Nicole’s efforts proved successful, and today nearly all movie theatres in Montgomery and Birmingham offer subtitles for the deaf. After graduating from Gallaudet University, Nicole continued to use her new found “visual voice” through taking part in several activities, becoming Miss Black Deaf D.C. “By doing this, I want to show that deaf people can achieve much. It’s very important to educate and support hearing families that struggle with making the best decisions for their deaf children’s education.” said Nicole.

1. Which of the following best describes Nicole’s childhood?

A．Fruitful.

B．Colorful

C．Lonely

D．Poor.

2. What did Nicole get after she mastered ASL?

A．A sense of belonging.	B．A hearing device.
C．A chance of going to college.	D．A totally new treatment.

3. What can we know from the last paragraph?

A．Nicole called on all US cinemas to offer subtitles.

B．Nicole was going to donate her invention-visual voice.

C．Nicole was determined to train more deaf kids to go to school.

D．Nicole hoped to promote deaf education in hearing families.

4. What’s the best title for the text?

A．More Self-Control, More Success

B．Keep Going, and You Can Make It

C．Illness Makes One More Confident

D．He Who Laughs Last Laughs Longest

6 . When you think of insects (昆虫), the first word that comes to mind probably won’t be “edible (可食用的)”. Surprisingly, what you may consider an insect may sound like a great meal to another. In Africa and the Middle East, insects such as grasshoppers and mealworms are a common dish. Many Asians also like eating insect dishes.

The idea of replacing (代替) pork, chicken, or beef with insects might sound unpleasant, but eating these small insects can be beneficial to both yourself and the environment.

There are over 2,100 types of edible insects in the world. Many of the insects that are eaten by humans are quite nutritious (有营养的). And they can be eaten in different ways: roasted over an open fire, freeze-dried, or cooked. In fact, insects can be added to various foods, and we likely won’t even notice the difference.

The biggest advantage is that the cost of raising insects is very small. Compared to cows, insects produce eight times fewer carbon emissions (碳排放物) and need six times less water to keep.

To add to that, insects can be fed with waste products. Insect waste can also be repurposed into soil fertilizer (土肥). And unlike traditional farms which take up about 80% of all farming land, insect farms are relatively small and can save space for other uses.

All this makes insect farms more profitable, with little wastage of money and resources.

As our world’s population increases towards 9 billion by 2050, traditional farming will not be enough to meet its growing food needs.

Some companies have already begun experimenting with insects in their food products. Mealworm burger patties, protein powder, and gummy sweets are just a few of the new food creations. And a few months ago, the European Union (EU) said yes to insects for human consumption (食用)!

1. What can we learn about insect eating?

A．It’s popular in Africa.	B．It’s liked by the author.
C．It’s unpleasant for Asians.	D．It’s accepted by few people.

2. What is the advantage of insect farming over traditional farming?

A．It is simpler.	B．It costs less.
C．It requires no skills.	D．It needs no manpower.

3. Which of the following statements might the author agree with?

A．Insects will replace beef in hamburgers by 2050.

B．Insects will be humans’ major food choices by 2050.

C．Insects will help meet the growing food needs of humans.

D．Insects will become more nutritious with modern farming.

4. What is the EU’s attitude towards insects becoming humans’ food choices?

A．Uncaring.	B．Thankful.
C．Supportive.	D．Doubtful.

7 . Stomach flu (肠胃炎) is one of the most unpleasant of the common diseases.    1     That’s especially true if someone in your family has it. But there are some things you can do to avoid catching it.

You can prevent stomach flu by washing your hands often. Use hot water and soap, and spend time scrubbing (擦洗). Using hand sanitizer (消毒杀菌剂) is better than nothing, but it doesn’t work well against stomach flu.     2    

The virus (病毒) that causes stomach flu is hard to kill. Normal cleaners won’t always get rid of it. But cleaning your house can stop you from catching it. So mix bleach (漂白剂) with water, and use that to clean surfaces.     3    

    4     For example, dishwashers are better at killing viruses than washing dishes by hand, because they keep dishes hotter for longer. Besides, many viruses can live in your washing machine. So wash clothes with hot water and use bleach, if possible. You may even want to run the washing machine with no clothes, just hot water and bleach.

Once you’re feeling better, don’t return to work or school right away.     5     If you had a fever, wait at least 24 hours after it ends before going out. This will help protect other people from getting sick.

A．Hot water is helpful in killing viruses.

B．You probably won’t want to eat much.

C．It spreads easily, which can make it hard to avoid.

D．By following these tips, you can help stop it from spreading.

E．That’s because hand sanitizer mostly kills bacteria, not viruses.

F．You can still spread the disease for a few days after you feel better.

G．If someone in your family is sick, clean things that person has touched.

8 . “Do you have Wi-Fi?” It’s my most-asked question when visiting new cities. Nowadays, having access to Wi-Fi is essential if you plan on making the most of any trip abroad. But far too often I spend $ 5 for a tiny cup of coffee just to use a café’s Wi-Fi and charging port. Replacing this costly exchange with their interpretation of a city center, the designer of Kuube, a Hungarian startup, has created a smart bench equipped with all the necessities that a modern-day traveler might need to comfortably move through any city.

Kuube’s smart bench comes in three sizes. All come with USB ports, wireless chargers, and a Wi-Fi hotspot function-free for everyone. All three smart benches charge up thanks to solar panels, which makes them easily movable.

First comes Kuube^ECO, the smallest of the three smart benches. It’s a three-seater that comes equipped with two USB ports and one wireless charger. It has unlimited Internet access thanks to its Wi-Fi hotspot. The bench with one display screen continuously monitors its environment, such as changes in UV levels or air pressure — displaying them on its monitor for those interested. Then comes Kuube^NANO, the middle child that can seat up to four people and comes with all the same offerings as Kuube^ECO. And finally comes the largest option, Kuube^PLUS. This smart bench offers more of a group, or family seating style and can accommodate up to eight people. It offers four charging options and two display screens.

The three smart benches all have an aluminum chassis (铝制底座) that’s recyclable and are made from natural ash wood for the seating sections. Kuube is clearly a sustainability-focused startup that’s combining design and technology to make cities and parks friendlier to everyone.

1. What does the author think of buying coffee to access Wi-Fi?

A．Expensive.	B．Enjoyable.
C．Time-consuming.	D．Out of date.

2. Which of the following can describe the smart benches?

A．They are designed specifically for travelers.	B．They offer limited Internet access for now.
C．They charge little for charging phones.	D．They are eco-friendly and mobile.

3. What can Kuube^NANO provide?

A．Two USB ports.	B．Two display screens.
C．Seats for eight people.	D．Four wireless chargers.

4. Where is the text most likely taken from?

A．A guidebook.	B．A magazine.
C．An advertisement.	D．A novel.

9 . 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。

The MP3 has become a new fashion on campus. I had long dreamed of owning a MP3. The more MP3 owners were on campus, the stronger my desire (渴望) became. Finally, during one of my monthly visits home, I begged my parents to let me buy one, “Dad, Mom, I ... I want to buy a MP3 ... , the one for …”

I swallowed (吞咽) the rest of my words. Did I really need to explain what a MP3 was? Surely everybody knew!

At first there was no response from my parents. But my little brother replied eagerly, “Me too!”

Then finally my dad spoke, “What! What is it for? This little stuff breaks down soon after you get it! It’s an absolutely useless expense (花费) …”

Then, I had an idea. When the summer vacation came, I lied to my parents that I couldn’t stay at home, because the school had supplementary (附加的) programs. As a result, I earned my money for a new MP3 through my part-time job.

I was at home the night before my new school when Mom came into my room. She sat on my bed, and patted me on the shoulder. Then she handed me a small box. “Take this. Don’t tell your father ... Now, study hard, okay?” she said softly.

“Mom, how did you ... ?” I asked.

“It’s from my own savings. Your father doesn’t know.” I sat alone for a long time with my new MP3, weeping (哭泣) silently.

When I went back to school, I decided to give up my part-time job so that I could study harder for my parents, for my dream. My motivation (动机) to study has never been so strong.

注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在以下位置作答。
Para1:

One afternoon, I was in my dorm when a classmate told me that my father was waiting for me downstairs.

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Para2:

I sat down and unwrapped (打开) the box.

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10 . 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。

On October 18, world leaders came together in Beijing for an eye-catching forum (论坛) to celebrate     1     tenth anniversary (周年) of the Belt and Road Initiative (“一带一路”倡议). The forum was considered     2     (extreme) important in building the Belt and Road.

Chinese President Xi Jinping     3     (give) a speech at the opening. He said that over the past 10 years, plans of Belt and Road cooperation had been turned into real projects. He also said that China would take eight major steps     4     (support) high-quality Belt and Road cooperation,     5     (include) green development and the advance of science and technology.

So far, the Belt and Road Initiative has become the world’s     6     (large) platform (平台) for international cooperation. By June 2023, China had worked together with 152 countries and 32 international     7     (organisation) to build the Belt and Road. Over 3,000 cooperation projects have been started in the past 10 years, one of which is the China-Laos Railway.     8     was put into use in December 2021, helping Laos become a country with easy transport in Southeast Asia.

“Belt and Road cooperation was suggested by China,     9     its fruits are for the world to share,” President Xi Jinping said. There is no doubt     10     the Belt and Road Initiative will continue to make a great difference to the world in the future.