1 . 那些乐观的人更有可能适应新环境。（be likely to; adapt）（汉译英）

2 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。

Tibetan antelopes,     1     life used to be difficult in the 1980s and 1990s, were once in danger of dying out. During that time, they were hunted illegally, leading to a sharp drop     2     their population.

To save them from     3     (extinct), the Chinese government took various protective measures. Nature reserves were set up     4     (shelter) them from attacks. Volunteers were asked to watch them over day and night. Bridges and gates were also built to keep     5     (they) safe from cars and trains.

The measures were     6     (effect). Their population has recovered and in June 2015, the Tibetan antelope was removed from the endangered species list. The government,     7    , does not intend to stop the protection programmes, since the     8     (threat) to them have not yet disappeared. Today, when     9     (visit) Tibet, you may catch sight of them walking slowly and gracefully across the vast green grass. You will     10     (strike) by their beauty.

3 . How to Keep Building Your Vocabulary

No educative process is ever the end. It is always the beginning of more education and more learning.     1     The following are the ways that can help to keep your vocabulary growing and growing.

Read more. As an adult, you will find most of the sources of your supply of new words in books and magazines. If your aim is to have a superior vocabulary, you will have to make the time to read at least one book and several magazines every week. Not just this week and next weak — but every week.     2    

Guess the meaning of a new word in the context. When you meet with an unfamiliar word, do not skip over it impatiently.     3     Then work out its possible meaning in the context of the sentence. Whether you come to the right conclusion or not will make a difference because you are, in this process, becoming more clearly aware of the word. As a result, you will suddenly notice that this very word pops up unexpectedly again and again in all your reading. And of course after you’ve seen it a few times, you will know fairly well not only what it means but the many ways it can be used.

    4     Think of the areas that may possibly be unknown to you — psychology, science, art, music or whatever. Then explore them by reading books in the fields. In every field, there are books written for average, untrained readers that will give you both a good knowledge and at the same time add dramatically to your vocabulary.

Set yourself a goal. If you do nothing about your vocabulary, you will learn, at most, twenty-five to fifty words in a year.     5     This may sound ambitious — but you will discover vocabulary snowballs as soon as you start actively looking for new words.

A．Get prepared in advance.

B．Open you mind to new fields.

C．You must be willing to learn new words.

D．And that is the same case with vocabulary building.

E．I have never seen a single person with a rich vocabulary who is not a bookworm.

F．Instead, stop for a moment and read it aloud—get used to its sound and appearance.

G．However, with a clear goal, you can learn several thousand in the same period of time.

4 . The Memory Box is my fifth book, which begins the story with a simple image of an old lady, Jenny, celebrating her 100 birthday in the care home where she lives. However, instead of being with friends and family, she’s in the company of strangers. Jenny has outlived everybody she has ever loved and it is to her young carer, Candice, that she turns when going through her memory box. As Jenny gently touches the smooth stone, picked up off a faraway beach a lifetime ago, she realizes there is one last journey she must make. She knows it will be painful but if she can talk Candice into accompanying her, she will get through it.

As a writer, I try to keep to a writing routine (常规；惯例) similar to the common working week and am always at my desk by ten at the latest. I know this is not everybody’s idea of an early start. Then, I will go through the various writing work, followed by reading and editing what I wrote the day before. I set myself a target (目标) of 1,000 words a day and, while some days I may achieve many more than this, on other days it’s a right old slog and I can hardly pass the 200 mark.

Many moons ago, I attended a wing group. There, I got the best piece of writing advice from my teacher. She told us to employ the BOSHOK method, which stands for Bum On Seat, Hands On Keyboard. Or in my case, often, Bum On Set, Head On Knees. It basally means, just get on with it. She would always say, “The best advice I can offer to those who want to be writers is a quote from Elmore Leonard, ‘Try not to write the parts people tend to skip (跳过).’ Say it all really.”

1. What is the first Paragraph mainly about?

A．A review of The Memory Box.	B．An introduction to The Memory Box.
C．The last journey of old lady Jenny.	D．A life story about old lady Jenny.

2. What does the underlined phrase “a right old slog” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?

A．Simple but boring work.	B．Easy and time-saving work.
C．Demanding but interesting work.	D．Challenging and effort-taking work.

3. Who may be the target readers of this passage?

A．Reading lovers.

B．Young carers.

C．Writing strugglers.

D．Group leaders.

5 . The results of a new survey have come out, uncovering young people’s thoughts on climate change (the long-term change in world weather patterns, including rising temperatures, caused by human activities).

More than 46,000 young people between the ages of 4 and 18 took part in the survey. Of them, 95% said they were worried about climate change, and 89% said that not enough was being done about it. Meanwhile, 81% said they feel as though young people aren’t being listened to. One young person, aged 14, from Bristol, who took part in the survey, said, “Children have a right to a future with a healthy, safe planet.” Another 14-year-old, from London, said, “Children have to live with the mistakes of adults, their wrongs and opinions. But as we grow up, we, as a generation, understand what is going on with the world and should have a say.”

When asked who has the biggest responsibility to do something about climate change, nearly 35% said world governments. Respondents were also asked what they’d like to see happen. Proposals included that governments should listen to young people more, and that businesses should change the way they work to be more environmentally friendly.

The survey was conducted by VotesForSchools and UNICEF UK. VotesForSchools is an organization that works to make sure young people have their voices heard. UNICEF is short for the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund. The United Nations is a group of 193 countries that work together on the challenges facing human. Both the survey and the COP26 climate change summit (峰会) took place on 31 October.

1. What is the survey on?

A．Teenagers’ voices on climate change.

B．Teenagers’ attitudes to human activities.

C．Teenagers’ thoughts on weather patterns.

D．Teenagers’ concerns about rising temperatures.

2. Why are the two 14-year olds mentioned in Paragraph 2?

A．To introduce a topic.	B．To present a fact.
C．To make a comment.	D．To support an opinion.

3. What suggestions have the teens given in the survey?

A．Improving people’s way of life.

B．Getting businesses to go greener.

C．Encouraging teenagers’ participation.

D．Changing governments’ focus of listening.

6 . About 8:15 one morning, I left for the airport to meet friends from Holland, only to discover that the plane was to be an hour late. The airport is close by, so I went home to wait.

Arriving at the house I found my dog, Clyde, in a very excited state, pushing his nose into a flowerbed near our front door then jumping back, barking (吠) all the time. I thought that perhaps he had seen a mouse among the leaves. Then suddenly he ran to the other end of flowerbed right by the front door, and began the same again—this time at a rosemary bush.

I decided to check with a stick. Do you know what I found? A snake! I was in shock! Quickly, the cobra was slithering (蜿蜒着滑行) up the steps to our front door! Two quick blows from me with the stick and it was dead. Clyde was still unsure of it and kept barking.

I just had time to put the snake in a plastic bag and leave it for the rubbish truck, before returning to the airport to greet my friends. If the plane had been on time, things might have been very different here today! Friends have told me that the cobra aims to spit in a person’s eyes in order to blind them. Clyde’s barking warned me that something was wrong and danger was near. If Clyde had not been “on guard”, the cobra could easily have got into our house. There he might have lain hidden, ready to “surprise attack” me when I wasn’t expecting it. This reminds me of the fact that anything can happen at any time so we should be always “on guard”. We cannot take life for granted, and should appreciate every day that we have.

1. Why was Clyde so excited when the author returned?

A．Because a snake bit him.	B．Because he saw a mouse.
C．Because his owner came back.	D．Because he sensed danger was near.

2. Where did the author first see the snake?

A．At the rosemary bush.	B．At the steps to the front door.
C．At the far end of the flowerbed.	D．At the near end of the flowerbed.

3. Which of the following best describes Clyde?

A．Playful.

B．Curious.

C．Watchful.

D．Courageous.

4. What would be the best title for the passage?

A．A Life Lesson	B．A Miracle of Life
C．An Unforgettable Experience	D．An Unexpected Guest

7 . It’s time to fasten your seat belt and hit the road for flight-free travel. We take the scenic routes along four of Europe’s finest road trips.

1. The National 7

Route: Paris — Saint Tropez

Distance: 600 miles

Journey from the City of Love to the French Riviera will lead you through the hometown of Coco Chanel. Pass through Burgundy, the Rhone valley and French Provencale countryside famous for their vineyards, before getting close to the golden shores of the Cote d’Azur. We recommend sparing yourselves at least one week to experience the trip you’re unlikely to forget.

2. The Grand Tour of Catalonia

Route: Barcelona — Barcelona

Distance: 1, 242 miles

The Grand Tour is a journey that presents the visitors with the art, history, landscape and rich culture of Catalonia. In the beating heart of Barcelona, come upon the artistic heritage of Caundi and Dali. Just a few of the highlights (最精彩的部分) along the route include Montserrat, Tarragona and Capde Creus Natural Park, to name just a few.

3. Road-Tripping along the Rhine

Route: Dusseldorf—Mainz

Distance: 146 miles

Enjoy a taste of German on a journey along the scenic banks of the Rhine Valley. Meet the impressive river side cities of Dusseldorf, Colone and Bonn and vast fields that are grown some of Germany’s finest wine producing grapes. We recommend allowing about one week to complete the journey at a leisurely pace.

4. The Grand Tour of Switzerland

Route: Zurich- Zurich

Distance: 1, 000 miles

The Grand Tour of Switzerland crosses five mountain passes, containing 12 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Best enjoy over two weeks. From the lowland of Lake Maggiore to the heights of the Furka Pass, this challenging voyage is only possible between the months of April and October. From mountain villages to cultural heritage, glaciers to historic castles, this route promises an incomparable concentration of all kinds of attractions.

1. Which route best suits art lovers?

A．The National 7.	B．The Grand Tour of Catalonia.
C．Road-Tripping along the Rhine.	D．The Grand Tour of Switzerland.

2. What can visitors see on both Route 1 and Route 3?

A．Valley views.	B．River side cities.
C．Golden shores.	D．Classic German towns.

3. Which of the following highlights Route 4?

A．Unique village life.	B．Rich cultural experiences.
C．Different mountain views.	D．Various types of attractions.

4. What is the main purpose of the passage?

A．To introduce scenic spots.	B．To share travel experiences.
C．To recommend travel routes.	D．To explain the reasons for travelling.

8 . 阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。

Isabel sat carefully inserting papers into a folder. She had been at the Gateway Nature Center's office all morning and was weary of filing. She wanted desperately to work with the animals, especially the birds in the center. But her mom, who was the assistant director of the center, said Isabel was too young.

"I've been a weekend volunteer this whole school year. I know more about birds than almost anyone else here," she said to herself, recalling as evidence the extensive research she had done reading books and web sites on natural history. Then she sighed. She had never been good at speaking up for herself.

Suddenly, the quiet was shattered by Amy Jensen bursting in and letting the door slam. Isabel felt herself shrink. Amy, who had been a volunteer a bit longer than Isabel, walked around as if she were in charge of the place. "Hey, Isabel." she barked, planting a hand on Isabel's shoulder. Isabel willed herself to remain still, though she would have loved to brush Amy's hand off

Just then, Isabel's mother rushed into the room with Mr. Garza, the custodian (管理员). "The hurricane is entering the Gulf," she reported. "The Gulf Shore Preserve needs help preparing for the storm. I've got to go down there. You should be okay up here, but I need you girls to help Mr. Garza get the storm shutters down in the aviary (鸟舍). Stay inside with Mr. Garza after you get the storm shutters down." Isabel leaped to her feet, excited to have an opportunity to help the birds.

Mr. Garza and the girls worked quickly and were soon back inside, listening to the wind batter and rattle the shutters. When Mr. Garza found an emergency weather report on the computer, a concerned expression crossed his face. "A storm is heading our way," he announced. Amy's eyes widened in horror.

注意：
1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右；
2.应使用5个以上短文中标有下划线的关键词语；
3.续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好；
4.续写完成后，请用下划线标出你所使用的关键词语。
Paragraph 1:

"The aviary is to be flooded." Isabel though to herself.

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Paragraph 2:

After several hours, Isabel’s mom returned to the center.

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9 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。

In Northwest China's Gansu Province     1     (lie) Zhangye National Geopark, which is blessed with a spectacular Danxia (red cloud) landform area     2     (cover) about 19 square miles. The Danxia landforms are     3     masterpiece of nature. The colorful mountain ridges are just like an overturned palette from heaven. Bands of fiery red, creamy orange, rich green and bright yellow streak across the mountain, forming     4     is known as the most beautiful rainbow mountain.

The incredible landscapes were created by sandstone and minerals piling on top of one another over the years due to tectonic plate movements. Wind, rain, and tine then carved the rock formations and rolling hills into     5     (vary) extraordinary shapes, including towers, pillars and valleys.

    6     (declare) a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2010 and a national geopark in 2011, the landform has become a top tourist     7     (attract). The park features a series of boardwalks that allow visitors to walk around the colorful sandstone landscapes. There are viewing platforms     8    (special) designed, enabling tourists to get close to the hills and feast their eyes     9     the magnificent sights without damaging the fragile ecosystem. Shuttle bus service is available, making     10     easy for tourists to get around the park.

10 . I tore the top off my meal: spaghetti with beef and sauce. The aroma rushed out of the packet. It smelled like ______ .

Growing up, I always had a(n) ______ for Meals, Ready-to-Eat, or MREs. With their special ______ : airtight and waterproof (防水的), the thick plastic bags can ______ almost any changes in temperature and ______ a minimum of three years with no refrigeration. In my Army household, there was ______ one lying around somewhere: in the back of my dad's car, or in a closet.

My siblings and I weren't ______ to eat them often. They were saved for camping trips or the nights my dad was in charge of dinner. My father could have ______ us anything pizza, Burger King ice cream — but we would ______ MREs. Then we faced a ______ decision. It wasn't just about the entree (主菜) which was printed on the front of the pack: Menu No.12: Meatloaf; Menu No.17: Beef. It was also about the ______ that weren't mentioned on the outside of the package: the dry cake or the brownie; the cookies or the peanut butter…My first experience of ______ came when I had to choose which one I wanted. ______ the packages lying on our counter. I had my heart in my mouth. My hands were ______ before grabbing one.

______ beat eating dinner from those brown plastic bags, and that's why, when I saw MREs for ______ on Amazon, I bought some for $15 a piece. I ______ a picture on social media, and my former military friends laughed. But as I opened the shipment, it felt ______ I'd unearthed a box filled with childhood memorabilia. During my father's 24-year Army career, my family lived in ______ houses in five states. While I never had a hometown, the ______ was — still is — home to me, and MREs are a part of that.

1.

A．love

B．home

C．friendship

D．adventure

2.

A．budget

B．pity

C．excuse

D．affection

3.

A．recipe

B．packaging

C．meat

D．quality

4.

A．reduce

B．measure

C．resist

D．analyze

5.

A．hide

B．last

C．freeze

D．leak

6.

A．merely

B．ever

C．sometimes

D．always

7.

A．trained

B．accompanied

C．allowed

D．bothered

8.

A．passed

B．cooked

C．awarded

D．offered

9.

A．choose

B．reject

C．deliver

D．prepare

10.

A．tough

B．dangerous

C．wise

D．careless

11.

A．extras

B．addresses

C．cookies

D．brands

12.

A．disappointment

B．excitement

C．anxiety

D．fright

13.

A．Throwing away

B．Arguing about

C．Putting aside

D．Staring at

14.

A．stretching

B．aching

C．shaking

D．rising

15.

A．Anything

B．Nothing

C．Everything

D．Something

16.

A．trips

B．display

C．soldiers

D．sale

17.

A．took

B．posted

C．spotted

D．described

18.

A．as if

B．in case

C．even if

D．now that

19.

A．remote

B．cheap

C．private

D．different

20.

A．Army

B．State

C．Car

D．Internet