1 . Although most empty plastic bottles are thrown, there are actually many other ways you can reuse them other than drinking.     1    . Here are some interesting tips to use with empty plastic bottles.

Cut off the biscuits

When making biscuits, did you just realize you didn’t have any tools to cut them? You just need a small or large plastic bottle depending on your needs. First cut the bottle into half.     2    .

Separate eggs

Do you find it challenging to separate eggs?    3    . Break the eggs into a bowl. Remove the lid, press the bottle, put the ends into the egg yolk (蛋黄) and stop the pressure. This way, the egg yolk will be taken into the bottle while the egg white will remain on the plate. In this way, separating eggs isn’t a challenging problem.

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Want to remove flies in your garden safely? Use plastic bottles. Cut the bottle into half and place a sweet syrup (糖浆) at the bottom. Then place the top in the bottom so that the bottle mouth faces down. The fly will be attracted to the smell and fly into the bottle hole. Once in the bottle, the fly will climb through a narrow opening without thinking about how to get out and eventually dies.

Air conditioner

Sometimes, the fan removes hot air and does not cool the room but now we have a solution!     5     Then, place the bottle with ice on the floor for a high fan. Put the fan behind the bottle and the fan will blow the cold air as the bottle with ice causes the temperature to be lower.

A．The trap

B．The harm of flies

C．Pour the water out from the large bottles

D．You can solve this problem with plastic bottles

E．Fill two large bottles with water and turn into ice

F．And then you just take one of two parts to cut the cookies

G．They allow you to recycle creatively for a variety of purposes

2 . Florida is a desirable place to retire because of the suitable cost of living and location close to the beach. In addition, it has provided different kinds of services to support the retirement community. Here are some best Florida cities for retirement.

Miami

Population: about 605,800

Share of population age 65+: 18.2%

Median monthly rent: about $1,500

Miami has higher housing and costly health care, so seniors retiring in Miami need to face the higher cost of living. However, it offers retirees plenty of activities. It’s more expensive, but the rich cultural experience, dining, shopping, and health care services are top-tier.

Fort Myers
Population: about 752,200
Share of population age 65+: 28.4%
Median monthly rent: about $1,300

Fort Myers scored well on the desirability and happiness metrics (指标). Many retirees are able to comfortably afford a home, which frees up retirement income for other important expenses. Seniors in Fort Myers can create a relaxing beach retirement lifestyle, even on a limited budget.

Tallahassee
Population: about 382,700
Share of population age 65+: 14.6%
Median monthly rent: about $1,000

Tallahassee has four clear seasons, and its short winters are colder than the state’s coastal areas. Housing is more affordable here than in other Florida cities. Retirees can take classes at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Florida, or enjoy one of Tallahassee’s many museums, historic sites and parks.

Ocala
Population: about 370,000
Share of population age 65+: 28.5%
Median monthly rent: about $990

This equestrian (马术) town is best known for award-winning horses. Retirees can attend horse shows and equestrian events and enjoy regular horseback rides. Ocala’s inexpensive housing makes it easy to relocate to the area. The Ocala National Forest has hundreds of lakes, rivers and springs where you can swim and fish.

1. What is an advantage of Miami?

A．It offers services in a wide variety.	B．It gives the suitable cost of living.
C．It provides discount housing.	D．It organizes volunteer activities.

2. Which is the best if retirees want to get education after retiring?

A．Miami.

B．Fort Myers.

C．Tallahassee.

D．Ocala.

3. What can retirees do in Ocala?

A．Create a beach retirement lifestyle.	B．Explore the depth of the forest.
C．Visit many historic sites.	D．Take part in equestrian events.

3 . 听下面一段独白,   回答以下小题。
1. What do we know about the Burj Khalifa?

A．It is an ancient man-made building.

B．It is the tallest man-made building.

C．It is located in the United States.

2. How long did it take to build the Burj Khalifa?

A．Five years.

B．Seven years.

C．Nine years.

3. What will the speaker do next?

A．Visit the inside of the Burj Khalifa.

B．Go to another scenic spot.

C．Take a break.

4 . 听下面一段较长对话,   回答以下小题。
1. What do we know about the quilt?

A．It’s new.

B．It’s beautiful.

C．It’s light.

2. How did the man get the quilt?

A．He bought it long ago.

B．He received it as a gift.

C．He got it from his grandma.

3. Why does the man decide to sell the quilt?

A．He is moving.

B．He doesn’t like it.

C．He needs money badly.

4. How much does the woman pay for the quilt?

A．$ 16.

B．$ 60.

C．$ 80.

5 . 听下面一段较长对话, 回答以下小题。
1. How does the woman know the man ate the cookie?

A．She saw him on the video camera.

B．Another customer told her.

C．She saw him in person.

2. Why did the man lie?

A．He didn’t want to pay.

B．He thought the cookie tasted bad.

C．He thought the cookie was too expensive.

3. What happened at the end of the conversation?

A．The man paid for the cookie.

B．The woman called the police.

C．The speakers went to the back of the store.

6 . Why did the woman’s plants die, according to the man?

A．From not enough water.

B．From not enough sun.

C．From not enough plant food.

7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Who usually reads the morning announcements?

A．Timmy.

B．Mr. McKinney.

C．Principal Johnson.

2. When is the last day of school?

A．May 20th.

B．Next Wednesday.

C．One month from today.

3. For what does the speaker apologize?

A．The library hours.

B．The homework.

C．The computers.

4. What will take place on Saturday afternoon?

A．A softball game.

B．A basketball game.

C．A baseball game.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Whom does the woman choose jewelry for?

A．Herself.

B．Her mother.

C．Her friend.

2. What does the woman want to buy?

A．A ring of size 6 and a long necklace.

B．A ring of size 7 and a long necklace.

C．A ring of size 7 and a short necklace.

3. What do we know about the necklace?

A．Its price depends on its quality.

B．It’s cheaper than the ring.

C．The longer one is more expensive than the shorter one.

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。

Casey Ryan works in a well-known newspaper as a famous photographer. After work, he likes to take an adventure in the wildness and take some photos. Whenever photographer Casey heads into the wildness, he brings along his drone (无人机) to take some photographs from a bird’s eye view.

Having the drone with him on a recent trip to the Willamette National Forest in the Cascade Mountain Range in Oregon saved his and another person’s lives.

That day, Casey was driving through the Willamette National Forest. When he arrived at his destination, he began to use his drone to take many photos, and the beautiful places made him excited. These photos made him feel a strong sense of achievement.

With a good harvest, he began to drive home. On the way home, he came across a stranger whose car was stuck. At that time, Casey was still in the deep forest. Casey volunteered to help get it out without hesitation. Unluckily, he got his own car stuck in a ditch (沟) while trying to help, leaving both people in trouble with no cell phone service for miles around.

“I am so sorry for making your car stuck here. What can we do now?” the stranger said with anxiety.

“Don’t worry! Let’s think it over! Maybe I can call my wife for help,” Casey said.

“But here is too out-of-the-way. It is surely no cell phone service. How can we call for help?” the stranger said disappointedly.

Just as they were wandering, Casey immediately recalled a movie he’d seen recently in which a character typed some messages in the phone and used a drone to lift his phone high enough to catch cell phone service in a similar situation. When the stranger heard the idea, he felt pleasantly surprised. Just right, Casey had a drone. Casey walked quickly to his car.

注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Casey pulled out the drone and took out his phone.

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Nearly an hour after the messages were sent out to his wife, the rescuers arrived.

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10 . Classical Music

Voice of Vienna Symphony Orchestra (维也纳之声交响乐团), Austria has excellent musicians from all over the world. They have accompanied many world famous musicians and singers. They are coming to Dongying again. Come and enjoy their wonderful performances!

Place: Snow Lotus (莲花) Theatre        Time: 19:30 — 21:00 (or so)

Price: Six levels, from ¥480 to ¥50        Dates: 1 — 2 May

Tel: 6090555

A Mini Marathon (5km)

On May 8, 2018, “China Wanda 2018 Yellow River Estuary (Dongying) International Marathon will be held. At the same time, a mini Marathon (5km) will be held, too. All the citizens who were born before May 8, 2008 are encouraged to register.

Registration place:                                 Registration time:

Dongying National Fitness Center        8:30 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.

Entry fee: ¥30 (students free)               1:30 p.m. — 5:30 p.m.

Tel: 8097628 Registration                      Dates: 2 — 27 Mar.

Tango Dancing

Tango is fun and easy to learn. Yang Yi, a famous Chinese Tango dancer will come and show you how to do it. Are you ready? Take your partners, go and dance till you drop.

Place: Dongying Art Troupe (团)                  Time: 8: 00 p.m. — 12: 00 p.m.

Price: ¥150 (including some drinks)             Dates: Every Saturday in May

Tel: 8331644

Dining-Sushi (寿司) Chef in Town

Sushi is getting really big in Dongying. In Japan, it’s become an art form. The most famous sushi’ artist is Yuki Kamura. She’s also one of the few women chefs in Japan. She will be here with you at Sushi Scene.

Place: Sushi Scene in Dongying Hotel          Time: Lunch time

Price: ¥200 (taste sushi without pay)          Dates: 1 — 31 May

Tel: 8062999

1. If you want to book a ticket for the activity at 7:30 p.m. on 1 May, you may call ______.

A．8062999

B．8097628

C．8331644

D．6090555

2. If you want to take part in the Mini Marathon, you must ______.

A．exercise at Dongying National Fitness Center	B．be over ten years old
C．pay ¥200	D．register before March

3. If you like dancing, you can go to ______.

A．Snow Lotus Theatre	B．Dongying National Fitness Center
C．Dongying Art Troupe	D．Sushi Scene in Dongying Hotel