1 . The Paris Olympics organizers have applied to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to include breakdancing (霹雳舞), which is also called breaking or b-boying/b-girling, after the sport’s success at the Youth Olympics in Buenos Aires, Argentina last year.

Along with breakdancing, the Paris committee has asked for skateboarding, climbing and surfing to be included as a way of making the 2024 Olympics more urban (城市的), more artistic and more attractive to young people.

Skateboarding, climbing and surfing — but not breakdancing — have already been included in the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. The IOC will make a decision on the Paris sports in December 2020, after the Tokyo Olympic Games.

“It is a victory for us. Even if it goes no further, we will still have won,” said Mounir Biba, one of the top breakdancers in France, where there is a strong breakdancing culture. The head of the Paris organizing committee, Tony Estanguet, said the committee’s goal was “to connect the games to their era (时代).”

Organizers explained the four sports have broad appeal to young people and large and active audiences on social media. The IOC is trying to make the Olympics less expensive and wasteful, which advantages (有利于) the four sports as they shouldn’t need large and new stadiums.

1. B-boying or b-girling can also be called ________.

A．skateboarding

B．climbing

C．breakdancing

D．surfing

2. When will the IOC decide on the Paris sports?

A．In November, 2020.	B．In December, 2020.
C．In September, 2024.	D．In October, 2024.

3. The underlined word “broad” in the last paragraph means “________”.

A．wide

B．little

C．new

D．weak

4. Where can people most probably read the passage?

A．In a science magazine.	B．In an old textbook.
C．In a children’s storybook.	D．In a daily newspaper.

2 . My father was in the army far away from home when I was young, so I saw him very _________. When he was at home, he always made me do _________ like cleaning and cooking, saying I should learn to _________ myself. He almost never spoke to me, and when he did, it was always “Stand on your own feet” or “Always think of others”. He spoke to me as if he were a stranger, not my _________. But one thing showed me how much he loved me and helped me have a _________ understanding of him.

One day in December, I was too eager to _________ my presents before Christmas Day. I went into my parents’ bedroom when no one was watching. Under their bed, I didn’t find any _________ but found one album (相册) instead. The photos inside were all of me, from _________ I was a baby until middle school. By one photo, my father had written, “David looks like me. He is growing up to be such a good person, and I am so _________ of him.”

Since then, I have learnt that his _________ for me is deep and strong, though it’s really hard for him to express.

1.

A．often

B．soon

C．much

D．little

2.

A．exercises

B．housework

C．sports

D．research

3.

A．look after

B．look at

C．look into

D．look for

4.

A．friend

B．brother

C．father

D．classmate

5.

A．poorer

B．worse

C．better

D．quicker

6.

A．buy

B．sell

C．return

D．see

7.

A．presents

B．bicycles

C．keys

D．trousers

8.

A．because

B．though

C．if

D．when

9.

A．ashamed

B．tired

C．proud

D．afraid

10.

A．respect

B．love

C．blame

D．worry

3 .

A Big Day for Baseball by Mary Pope Osborne List price: $13. 99	When Jack and Annie put on the magic baseball hats given to them by Morgan, they find themselves back in 1947 as batboys (球童) . There they learnt a lot about the game.	Drummer Girl by Debbi Michiko Florence List price: $15. 99	Jasmine Toguchi wants to enter her school’s talent show, but what talent could she show? She knows when she is introduced to the traditional Japanese drums, where she finds a skill.
A Tale of Two Sloths by Graham Annable List price: $17. 99	Peter and Ernesto are friends but are very different. Peter is a homeboy while Ernesto wants to explore. However, the separations make their reunion (团聚) all the better.	Dragon Doctor by Patricia Valdez List price: $17. 99	Unlike other girls her age, who prefer parties and such, Joan Procter is more than interested in visiting the Natural History Museum and enjoys talking about animals.

1. Which book helps readers learn about a sport?

A．A Big Day for Baseball.	B．Drummer Girl.
C．A Tale of Two Sloths.	D．Dragon Doctor.

2. How much is it if you buy a copy of Drummer Girl now?

A．$12. 59.

B．$9. 89.

C．$10. 48.

D．$10. 25.

3. Who does A Tale of Two Sloths talk about?

A．Jack and Annie.

B．Jasmine Toguchi.

C．Joan Procter.

D．Peter and Ernesto.

4. What is Dragon Doctor mainly about?

A．Games.

B．A girl’s interest.

C．A talent show.

D．Friendship.

4 . 下面文章中有3处需要添加小标题。请从以下选项 (A 、B、C和D) 中选出符合各段意思的小标题。选项中有一项是多余选项。

Ways to Stop Overeating

Overeating is a serious problem for lots of people. There are some ways to stop overeating.

Eat breakfast

Skipping breakfast is a big no-no. Research shows people who don’t eat breakfast are more likely to overeat later in the day and have a higher risk of heart disease. Another study shows that eating eggs in the morning can help you eat less throughout the day.

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It may sound clear, but eating slowly is one of the best strategies for stopping overeating. Eating slower helps you feel full faster.

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“The larger the plate is, the more likely you are to overeat,” says food researcher Brian Wansink. Most standard dinner plates are around 12 inches in diameter (直径). Change to a 9-inch plate and you'll eat less

Pay attention to your emotions

You need to become aware of your reasons for wanting to eat junk food to understand why you overeat. For example, maybe you eat freely to make yourself feel better or to stop stress. Identify your reason, and you’ll be more likely to create personalized strategies to deal with them.

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Research shows that your reaction to food cues (暗示) is reduced after exercise. In other words, you’re less likely to want to eat even when you see a picture of a giant ice cream. Exercise is an important habit that can change your life.

A. Slow down
B. Exercise more
C. Use smaller plates
D. Choose healthy foods

5 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Where is Newcastle?

A．On the River Tyne.

B．On the Thames.

C．In the north of England.

2. How many bridges are there on the River Tyne?

A．One.

B．Five.

C．Ten.

3. What’s the main industry of Newcastle now?

A．Shipbuilding.

B．Coal-mining.

C．Chemical and soap industries.

4. Why does the man miss Newcastle so much?

A．Because of the special name.

B．Because of the wide and beautiful countryside.

C．Because of the wild and nice countryside with hills and streams.

6 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is Amanda forbidden to do at work without permission?

A．Make personal calls.

B．Leave the office.

C．Chat online.

2. When will Amanda be fined?

A．When she forgets to clock in and out.

B．When she forgets to take her ID card.

C．When she chats over the phone frequently.

3. What does the man plan to do next?

A．Talk to the manager.

B．Show Amanda around.

C．Have lunch with Amanda.

7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What does the woman say about dogs?

A．They’re more active than cats.

B．They need to walk every day.

C．They have to be cleaned up every day.

2. What will the speakers get in the end?

A．A dog.

B．Nothing.

C．A fish.

3. What will the speakers probably do next?

A．Drink coffee.

B．Buy a fish tank.

C．Talk with a pet doctor.

8 .

The new HSK test was launched by Hanban in an effort to better serve Chinese language learners. The new exam combines the advantages of the original HSK while taking into consideration recent trends in Chinese language training.

The new HSK is an international standardized exam that tests and rates Chinese language proficiency (水平). It assesses non-native Chinese speakers’ abilities in using the Chinese language in their daily, academic and professional lives.

Ⅰ. Test Levels

The levels of the new HSK correspond to the levels of the Chinese Language Proficiency Scales for Speakers of Other Languages (CLPS) and the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEF) as follows:

New HSK	Vocabulary	CLPS	CEF
HSK (Level Ⅵ)	Over 5,000	Level Ⅴ	C2
HSK (Level Ⅴ)	2,500		C1
HSK (Level Ⅳ)	1,200	Level Ⅳ	B2
HSK (Level Ⅲ)	600	Level Ⅲ	B1
HSK (Level Ⅱ)	300	Level Ⅱ	A2
HSK (Level Ⅰ)	150	Level Ⅰ	A1

Test takers who are able to pass the HSK (Level Ⅰ) can understand and use very simple Chinese words and phrases, meet basic needs for communication and possess the ability to further their Chinese language studies.

Ⅱ. Test Principles

The new HSK follows the principle of “test-teaching correlation”, bases the design of the test on the current trends in international Chinese language training, and is closely related to textbooks.   The purpose of the test is to “promote training through testing” and “promote learning through testing”.

Ⅲ. Results Certificate

Test takers will receive the results for the new HSK issued by Hanban within one month after the test.

The HSK certificate has permanent validity, whereas the accompanying test report will only be valid (有效的) for two years (beginning from the date of the test session) as certification for foreign students to enter a college or university in China.

1. What can we learn from the first two paragraphs?

A．The HSK has been newly reformed.

B．The HSK remains unchanged for years.

C．The HSK is targeted at all Chinese learners.

D．The HSK is a standardized test held in China.

2. What is the HSK (Level Ⅵ) similar to?

A．C1 (CEF).

B．C2 (CEF).

C．Level Ⅲ (CLPS).

D．Level Ⅳ (CLPS).

3. What do we learn about the new HSK?

A．It consists of seven levels.

B．Its test report will be valid for ever.

C．Its certificate will be valid for two years.

D．Its results will be announced within one month.

9 . STINSON BEACH CLEAN-UP PROJECT

Help us keep Stinson Beach clean this summer! Warmer weather and handfuls of holidays bring more people out to the beach which sometimes means more garbage too; join us once per month to clear litter and maintain the beauty there.

When: One Friday a month between May and September. 10: 00 am—1: 00 pm.

Where: Stinson Beach parking lot.

Supplies: We invite volunteers to bring their own reusable supplies! Limit waste by bringing your own bag or bucket and gloves if possible — but don’t worry if you don’t — we’ll have some supplies on site for you to use.

Group entry: Groups of five or more require special arrangements and must be confirmed in advance. Please review the List of Available Projects and fill out the Group Project Request Form.

Age, Skills, What to bring:

Volunteers aged 10 and up are welcome. Read our Youth Policy Guidelines for youth under the age of 15.

Bring your completed Volunteer Agreement Form. Volunteers under 18 must have the parent approval section signed.

We’ll be working rain or shine. Bring layers for changing weather and rain gear (雨具).

Bring a personal water bottle and sunscreen. Wear clothes that can get dirty. Long pants and closed-toe shoes are required.

No experience necessary. Training and tools will be provided. Fulfills community service requirements.

1. What is the aim of the project?

A．To attract the tourists.	B．To beautify the beach.
C．To provide trip study.	D．To conduct a research.

2. What is required for volunteers under 18?

A．Fine weather.	B．Rich experience.
C．School uniform.	D．Parent permission.

3. What does the project provide for volunteers?

A．Training.

B．Long pants.

C．Rain gear.

D．Water bottles.

10 . 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。

The “Sharing China — Happy Chinese New Year Contest 2023” concluded its final review recently in Beijing and unveiled its     1     (win) entries.

    2     (launch) on Dec 20, 2022, the con test called for photography works and short videos themed on Spring Festival culture and     3     (memory) moments from Chinese New Year celebrations overseas. Over 11,000 photos and 231 short videos from more than 20 countries and regions were submitted to the online     4       (submit) platform as well as the event page on Facebook until Feb 12.

Several rounds of assessments were conducted by a panel of experts,     5     evaluated the submitted works based     6     three standards: Value of international communication, theme and quality. The experts     7     (final) selected 5 first prize collections, 15 second prize collections and 30 third prize collections for the photography contest, and 1 first prize collection, 2 second prize collections and 6 third prize collections for the short video contest.

The contest was hosted by China International Culture Association     8     organized by Chinadaily.com.cn and Chinaculture.org. Since 2015, the “Sharing China” contest     9     (hold) for seven sessions successfully. Many of the works collected during these years were of professional quality, and     10     (include) in the Ministry of Culture and Tourism’s publicity material used for ministry’s cultural activities or cultural products, such as exhibitions, publications, posters, photo album designs and promotional videos.