1 . ________ Aristotle said, no one would choose to live without friends, even if he had all other goods. (用适当的词填空)

2 . English was invented by people, not computers, and it reflects the ________ (creative) of the human race. (所给词的适当形式填空)

3 . What if the only way of getting news from faraway friends was writing letters ________ took ages to be delivered?(用适当的词填空)

4 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个恰当的单词或者括号内单词的正确形式。
       With the rapid development of the Internet, more and more teenagers make friends online nowadays. Some people say it’s good to do that, while others think it’s harmful     1    (especial) to school pupils.
       Some consider that making friends online is a modern way to share friendship     2     others. They can express their thoughts     3     ( free) to improve social skills and fluency in English. On the contrary, some strongly believe it is     4    waste of time to make friends through online communication and what’s worse, those so-called “friends” are likely to cheat you after     5    (gain) your trust.
In my opinion,     6     the Internet is good or not depends on how we use it. If it     7    (use) properly, we can communicate with people     8     come from every corner of the world, and share life experiences. Of course, however, since the Internet was born, many bad men     9    (make) use of it to do something bad. So we must learn to determine truth or falsity and avoid being hurt.

In     10     (conclude), every coin has two sides. So does the Internet. If used in a proper way, the Internet has more advantages in seeking friendship.

5 . An earthquake can strike without warning. But many injuries and deaths from this kind of natural disaster can be prevented if people follow these safety tips.

If you’re inside a building, stay there! One of the most dangerous things to do in an earthquake is to try to leave a building.     1     Drop down onto the ground. Get under an object that is not easily damaged. Hold on to it until the shaking stops. You can also get to a corner formed by two walls with your arms over your head. If you’re in bed when the quake hits, stay there and protect your head with a pillow.

    2     Don’t take shelter under trees, streetlights, telegraph poles or tall buildings. If you are driving, stop as quickly as possible and stay away from overpasses, buildings, bridges or anything else that might fall or collapse over you.     3    

If you are trapped in the ruins, cover your mouth with a handkerchief or a piece of clothing. Use your cellphone to call for help if possible. Don’t shout.     4     Tap on a pipe or the wall so rescuers can find you.

Be prepared for aftershocks.    5     However, sometimes they even happen months later. Therefore, if you are not in a safe position after the first shock, you should move quickly but carefully to a safer place.

A．Don’t move about or kick up dost.

B．If you’re outside, go to an open space.

C．Shouting can cause you to breathe in dust.

D．Don’t park your car under a tree or any tall object.

E．Aftershocks are generally weaker than the main quake.

F．They can happen in the first hours after the earthquake.

G．Most injuries happen when people inside buildings try to get out.

6 . Ways to increase the quality of your life

Everyone at some time feels that their life is at a fast pace and going nowhere. Do you think that your life is unchanged? Have you reached a plateau where things are OK, but not very exciting? Do you feel that OK is not good enough?    1    Here are some ways you can do to make your life better and more enjoyable.

Take up a hobby.

    2    Hobbies are brilliant for giving you something different to do that you enjoy. If you love to read, devote time to just sitting with a book and losing yourself in an imaginary world.

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Learning a new skill is one of the most satisfying things you can do. You will feel a sense of achievement that will boost your self-image. A great way to learn a skill is to join a class. Not only will you learn, but you will make new friends. Whether it’s learning a foreign language or playing a musical instrument, there will be a class near your home.

Bring on the humor.

Laughing is very good for you.     4     It even burns up a few calories! Trigger your laughter by watching a funny movie or a comedy show.

Grow a positive thinking habit.

Are you prone to negative thoughts? Do you assume the worst will happen in any situation? Being negative damages your quality of life. Stop being a defeatist and start being an optimist.    5    

Life is good. You are lucky to be alive. Make the most of the years you have on Earth, enjoy them, and don’t waste them being negative. Follow the advice above and you will surely increase the quality of your life.

A．It will take work, but can bring greater happiness and make your quality of life considerably better.

B．If so, it is time to do something to increase the quality of your life.

C．When you lead a hum-drum life, it is great to have something to think about that takes you into another world.

D．Exercise a bit.

E．It will lower your stress and put you in a good mood.

F．It is the most excellent way of boosting your mood and improving your quality of life.

G．Learn a skill.

7 . 假设你是李华，你校举办了一场学生艺术作品展。请为你校校刊写一篇短文，介绍这次活动。内容包括：
1. 活动背景；2. 活动简介；3. 个人感受。
注意：写作词数应为80左右。
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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。

On September 23^rd 2023, at the opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games     1     (hold) in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China, torchbearers (火炬手) from both the virtual     2     real worlds lit the torch together.

The torch used in the relay (接力) of the 19th Asian Games     3     (name) the “Eternal Flame”. The 73-centimeter-high torch weighs 1.2 kilograms, and       4     (it) surface features patterns from ancient Chinese culture combined     5     modern design principles.

The design of the torch was inspired by jade cong from the Liangzhu Archaeological Ruins,     6     is located in today’s Hangzhou and has been written on the World Heritage List as     7     cultural site since July 2019. Jade cong, or yucong, is an ancient ritual article (礼器), proving the     8     (exist) of at least 5,000 years of Chinese civilization.

“The 19th Asian Games will leave     9     (last) memories for people around the world,” said Li Yiqing, spokesperson for the 19th Asian Games opening and closing ceremonies operations center.

The torch relay for the 19th Asian Games began in Hangzhou on September 8 and ended on September 20. It featured 2,022 torchbearers who passed the torch through 11 cities in Zhejiang Province, showcasing Chinese culture and heartwarming     10     (story)of ordinary people.

9 . A powerful earthquake hit Morocco on Friday night, killing over 2,500 people and causing huge damage over a large area. The quake was one of the most powerful ever recorded in Morocco. It’s also the country’s deadliest earthquake in over 60 years. So far, the earthquake is reported to have killed over 2,680 people. It has injured over 2,500 others. The earthquake was especially dangerous because it happened at night, when people were asleep in their homes.

Marrakesh is a big city that’s popular with tourists. Many of its modern buildings seem to have survived the earthquake, but the old part of the city, Medina, was hit hard. It has buildings that are over 1,000 years old. Many of those buildings were demolished.

Outside of Marrakesh, the earthquake caused even more damage. In the Atlas Mountains, the earthquake’s center, there are many small villages, some of which were nearly destroyed.

Many of the people in the area live in simple houses made of mud bricks, which is a traditional way of building in Morocco. But it’s not strong enough to protect against earthquakes. Although the Moroccan government has laws that require buildings to be built more safely, these rules are often ignored.

Rescue workers have been working hard to save those affected by the quake. In larger cities, rescue efforts seem to be going well. But it has taken a lot longer for help to reach remote areas in the mountains. Many of these villages are difficult to get to. The earthquake caused landslides, blocking roads, and making these places even more difficult to reach. In some areas, phone and electrical service were also knocked out, leaving these places completely cut off. That means that the local people in some remote areas have had to deal with the situation on their own. In some areas, people have been digging through the broken stones or bricks with their hands, trying to find survivors. Many people are sleeping outside, unsure if their houses are safe.

Many outside countries have offered to help Morocco. Some countries have offered teams of experts; others have offered supplies.

1. What do we know about the earthquake in Morocco?

A．It killed 2,680 people.	B．It occurred during the day.
C．It was the deadliest in recent decades.	D．It injured less than 2,500 people.

2. What does the underlined word “demolished” in paragraph 2 probably mean?

A．destroyed	B．decorated
C．protected	D．constructed

3. What is paragraph 4 mainly about?

A．People living the quake-hit area are in urgent need of help from other countries.

B．The current serious situation faced by people in disaster areas.

C．Possible causes of the earthquake happening in Morocco.

D．Reasons why the earthquake caused so much damage in Morocco.

4. What is the text?

A．A news report	B．A short story
C．A research article	D．A diary entry

10 . Claw machines (娃娃机) are very common in shopping centers or movie theaters. You might get your favorite toy after paying some coins. It seems to be a low-cost and the game rules are easy to understand for most people. So many children, young people and even some old people like to play on the claw machines again and again.

However, simple rules and easy-to-use machines do not mean everyone can easily win a prize. You may watch your toy being caught but suddenly dropping at the last second. There are some reasons why people like claw machines, even though they may face many difficulties.

The purpose of playing on claw machines is to deal with stress for quite a few Buddhist (佛系的) players. While grabbing the stuffed (毛绒的) animal, they pay so much attention to this game that they forget their troubles from daily life. No matter what the result is, they enjoy the process.

Some people say they enjoy the sense of achievement when they catch a prize from a claw machine. They take pride in managing to do what most people cannot. People around the machine also express their congratulations and admiration for winners.

Stuffed animals or goodies from a claw machine, which have far more meaning than what you can buy in a nearby store, can be a good gift for the ones you love. It is a great way to show effort and thoughtfulness since winning a prize from a claw machine requires time and money, as well as skills.

Playing at the claw machine is a fun memory for many. Do you enjoy playing claw machines? Have you ever actually won something out of one?

1. The first paragraph doesn’t tell us ________.

A．where we can find claw machines	B．why people like to play on claw machines
C．how people can play on claw machines well	D．what people may get after playing on claw machines.

2. What does the underlined sentence mean?

A．Not everyone can play by the rules.

B．Everyone enjoys playing on the claw machines.

C．Not everyone can catch a toy from a claw machine easily.

D．Nobody has an interest in playing on claw machines.

3. The Buddhist players will probably feel ________even if they don’t catch the toy.

A．angry

B．relaxed

C．uncomfortable

D．nervous

4. Where is the passage probably taken from?

A．A text book

B．A travel brochure

C．A magazine

D．A scientific research