1 . 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。

This year’s winter has proven an important season for Harbin, the capital city of Heilongjiang province, as interest     1     the icy destination greatly increased after social media posts showed many citizens from the     2     (warm) south flooding into the snowy city. It     3     (welcome) nearly 3.05 million visitors, taking in $832.39 million of tourism revenue (收入), during the three-day New Year holiday.

To facilitate the consumption of Harbin’s popular frozen pears, the city has even introduced frozen pear plates, making     4     easier for tourists to enjoy the delicacy. Moreover,     5     (attract) more tourists and improve overall services, Harbin has rolled out a     6     (vary) of activities, including live performances on New Year’s Eve, firework displays, theme parks, intangible heritage culture shows and concerts. A series of     7     (measure) have also been introduced to enhance the visitor experience in Harbin, covering areas such as dining, accommodation, travel, shopping and entertainment.

It is these careful and considerate details     8     make sure that tourists feel warmly embraced, cared for and respected. Consequently, their positive experiences are     9     (wide) shared on the internet,     10     (contribute) to Harbin’s “internet celebrity” city status.

2 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What did researchers study in two tests?

A．The way of seagulls’ stealing food.

B．The effects of staring at seagulls.

C．The different food thieves.

2. What did one fourth of birds do with eye contact in the test?

A．They flew away immediately.

B．They stood still and looked at the food.

C．They made an attempt to steal food.

3. What did Madeleine think of seagulls?

A．They snatched food violently.

B．They stole food secretly.

C．They attacked people aggressively.

4. How do people stop seagulls stealing food effectively?

A．By feeding them first.

B．By setting a big trap.

C．By staring at them.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What does the woman think of English?

A．It is quite difficult to spell.

B．It is a stress-based language.

C．It is widely spoken in the world.

2. What’s the man’s problem while speaking English?

A．He doesn’t have enough vocabulary.

B．He can’t pronounce exactly like a robot.

C．He can’t tell strong and weak forms.

3. What does the woman advise the man to do?

A．Listen to music.

B．See English films.

C．Stress words clearly.

4 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What was the woman doing when she saw the dolphins?

A．Swimming.

B．Diving.

C．Sailing.

2. Why did the woman give up skydiving?

A．The weather was bad.

B．She felt quite tired.

C．She got frightened.

3. What did the woman find most exciting?

A．Hiking in the rainforest.

B．Exploring the old caves.

C．Climbing the mountains.

5 . A small sensor (传感器) worn on the neck containing wires can monitor how much we move while sitting too long, and encourage people to get up and exercise.

Nowadays more and more people experienced neck and shoulder pain — a problem of the changing way we work. But moving regularly while sitting can prevent problems.

Zhengbao Yang at City University of Hong Kong and his colleagues have developed small, stretchable sensors that are powered by electricity-charge that is generated through squeezing or stressing suitable materials.

The sensor monitors the movement of the neck and is powered by two layers of piezoelectric (压电的) material folded in a structure from kirigami, which is related to the art of paper folding. When the wearer moves, the sensor changes its shape and sends charge to a microcontroller that can register the movement with an accuracy of 95 percent, displaying this on a computer. “We can use this material to change stress into voltage (电压), then we can measure the joint motion by using that,” says Yang. If the wearer doesn’t move his/her neck or shoulder more than 10 times in every half hour, a prompt is displayed on the computer.

“The sensor offers a new and novel design within a small package which is perfect for the placement on the body,” says Jonathan Aitken at the University of Sheffield, UK. “The sensor clearly succeeds in the general aim to indicate inactivity, although it would be interesting to research further into its characteristics, reliability and sensitivity.” Aitken says this could help generate more accurate monitoring of motion that would make the sensor more powerful.

For Yang, the sensor could move from the lab to real life as it is. “We already have a patent (专利) on this technology,” he says. “We’re thinking about how to license this patent to local industry, to bring benefits to society.”

1. Why did Yang develop the sensor?

A．To change the way people work.	B．To improve the effect of exercise.
C．To cure neck and shoulder pain.	D．To remind people of inactivity.

2. What do we know about the sensor?

A．It can function smartly.	B．It is driven by hand
C．It has a fixed shape.	D．It is completely reliable.

3. What does the underlined word “prompt” in Paragraph 4 mean?

A．A problem.	B．A sign.
C．A procedure.	D．A virus.

4. What does Jonathan Aitken imply in Paragraph 5?

A．The sensor provides perfect information.

B．The sensor is traditionally designed.

C．The sensor is a successful invention.

D．The sensor needs to be improved immediately.

6 . As the saying goes, nobody’s perfect. That means we have room for at least some improvement in our lives. And no, we’re not talking about getting a better-paid job or a new haircut; we’re referring to inner improvement. If you’re wishing for some inner improvement in your lives, consider reading the following books.

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens written by Sean Covey

To make this book age-appropriate and fun to read, Covey breaks up the text with cartoons, quotes, and brainstorming ideas to bring the book together. The book covers topics like body image, friendships, Internet safety, and much more. The book is especially good for teenagers.

A New Earth written by Eckhart Tolle

The book goes beyond teaching how to live in the moment and helps readers learn how to turn their suffering into peace. All types of suffering are addressed in the book. Whether your suffering is caused by anger, sadness, anxiety, or others, Tolle will help you see life from varied ways, awakening you to your life’s purpose.

Declutter Your Mind written by Barrie Davenport

This book is full of various exercises. You’ll learn how to change negative thoughts to positive ones, strategies to help with relationships, how to identify what’s important to you, how to set goals, and much more. This powerful book will do its part in offering various tips to deal with an overactive mind.

Big Magic written by Elizabeth Gilbert

From creating new habits to dealing with fear and surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals, Gilbert analyzes the difficulties a creative person may face in pursuing his dreams. The best part of this book is the usage of stories from regular men and women across the country.

1. Which book best suits one who’s struggling to find life’s purpose?

A．The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens.	B．A New Earth.
C．Declutter Your Mind.	D．Big Magic.

2. Who uses real-life examples in his or her book?

A．Sean Covey.	B．Eckhart Tolle.
C．Barrie Davenport.	D．Elizabeth Gilbert.

3. What type of books are the four books?

A．Self-help books.	B．Science books.
C．Health books.	D．Adventure books.

7 . How do we slow down and eat more deliberately? And what are some techniques we can use to eat at a healthy pace?     1     That’s when you use your senses to enjoy the food and notice how it makes you feel.

The first tip is to take at least 20 minutes to finish your meal. Very often we find ourselves eating while doing something else, and that can make us eat faster than we normally would. When you sit down to eat, spend about 20 minutes doing so.     2    

    3     Remove all distractions while you eat. They can interfere with your ability to enjoy your food and notice when you are full. Spend time to eat and only eat. Make sure your cell phone is face down and you’re not going to be responding to any messages that come through.

Noticing all the little details about your food would have great benefits as well.     4     One way to slow down is to engage your senses and think through all the details about your meal. Ask yourself: What’s on my plate? How hungry am I today? Is it too salty? Notice the smell, the texture and whatever other senses that arise as you eat.

Instead of wolfing down, don’t forget to actually chew. If you’re inhaling (吸入) your food you’re probably not chewing it.     5     Look at each bite before popping it into your mouth, acknowledge what you’re eating and chew, chew, chew.

A．Putting your phone away is also advisable.

B．So, you’d better eat in a more healthy way.

C．Second, remove food that would make you distract.

D．Experts share helpful tips on how to eat more mindfully.

E．Experts suggest that chewing is an important part of digestion.

F．You might wonder how to spend 20 whole minutes eating a sandwich.

G．It takes about that time for your body to get the signal to the brain that you are full.

8 . The Best Hotels in Edinburgh Close to the Must-See Sights

Edinburgh is home to some of the best hotels in Scotland. Here are some selected hotels, ranging from iconic five-star institutions to new apartment hotels.

The Balmoral Hotel

For luxury accommodation, the Balmoral hotel offers five-star service and fantastic views of Edinburgh Castle. It is in the city center and features the iconic clock tower. The Balmoral is probably the most famous hotel in the city and is famous for its hospitality. It is also popular with locals for afternoon tea.

Wilde Apart Hotel

Wilde Apart hotel is a modern, stylish hotel. The hotel features well-appointed (设备齐全的) serviced apartments that have fully equipped small kitchens, free WiFi, and car parking nearby. The apartments are ideal for those who are staying in the city for more than a night or two and would like to have a small kitchen to enjoy breakfast or lunch.

The Radisson Collection Hotel

The Radisson Collection Hotel overlooks the iconic Royal Mile. It’s just a short walk from attractions such as Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Park, and it’s within easy reach of local restaurants, shops, bars, and galleries. Everything you will want to see and do in Edinburgh is close to hand, and it’s five minutes from Waverly Train Station and airport links. The hotel’s design is modern.

Scotsman Hotel

Originally built as The Scotsman newspaper offices in 1905, Scotsman Hotel has been carefully restored into nine floors of rooms and suites with commanding views over the city. Located at the top end of North Bridge, the hotel occupies the prime real estate spot (黄金地段) in Edinburgh. Easy access to Waverley Train Station and airport shuttles, the hotel is probably the most well-appointed accommodation in terms of transport links.

We hope you love the Edinburgh hotels we recommend!

1. Which hotel suits customers who love cooking by themselves?

A．Scotsman Hotel.	B．Wilde Apart Hotel.
C．The Balmoral Hotel.	D．The Radisson Collection Hotel.

2. What makes the Scotsman Hotel different from the others?

A．Its special origin.	B．Its central situation.
C．Its commanding views.	D．Its convenient transportation.

3. Where is this text probably taken from?

A．A travel journal.	B．A tour report.
C．A tourist website.	D．A hotel research.

9 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Runner’s World Challenge

It’s hard to imagine a more inspirational place for a marathon or half marathon than Marrakech in Morocco. With one of the fastest     1     (route) in the world, this is a race not to be missed. You can be there     2    (run) and explore the city on this great Runner’s World holiday.

We’ve teamed up with Intrepid Travel,     3     leading expert in small group holidays to the world’s most fascinating destination, to bring you a unique eight-day travel plan from January 24th to 31st, during     4     you will explore the ancient sites of Morocoo and take part in the 31st edition of the thrilling International Marathon of Marrakech.

You will join expert guides and also feed     5     (you) soul and stomach on a foodie tour of the market of Marrakech     6     the open air, visit a vineyard, and spend time in the walled city of Essaouira, all in the company of other Runner’s World readers. After the race, you     7     (enjoy) a hammam (土耳其蒸气浴室) treatment and a relaxing massage (按摩) to help you regain energy. However,     8     (race) the Marrakech Marathon’s flat route, along narrow roads lined with palm trees, through lush orange and olive woods and past the 12th-centuty red-tinged city walls is     9     (real) the most attractive. You will remember this     10    (impress) adventure for a lifetime and form friendships that will last just as long.

10 . Richard is a boy who is positive towards life. He is interested in doing sports and takes a(n) ___________ part in a lot of ___________ such as soccer, boxing, skiing and badminton. He is always against ___________ in sports and tries to avoid errors in matches. As a result, he is ___________ to be an excellent athlete and ___________ all kinds of sports. Doing gymnastics in the ___________ is his favorite. To build up ___________, he jogs in the stadium every day. In his mind, _________ makes him relaxed and ___________. Sweating during the jog gives him an enjoyable feeling. Besides, in order to have a slim shape, he keeps a ____________ diet.

Once he signed up for a marathon ____________ in his city. During the competition, he fell down on the track and his left leg was injured. The audience, as well as his captain, thought he would end in ____________. However, though under stress, he didn’t ____________ but ran as hard as he could to ____________ for his team. The spiritual strength he showed made him unique. Finally, not only did he become the champion and win the medal as well as the honor for his team, but also he won the ____________ of the citizens.

1.

A．active

B．confident

C．anxious

D．joyful

2.

A．shows

B．topics

C．events

D．lectures

3.

A．sweating

B．cheating

C．pretending

D．packing

4.

A．thought

B．impressed

C．recommended

D．allowed

5.

A．act

B．master

C．edit

D．volunteer

6.

A．company

B．classroom

C．office

D．gym

7.

A．determination

B．stress

C．strength

D．friendship

8.

A．playing

B．walking

C．jogging

D．hiking

9.

A．strong

B．weak

C．unique

D．attractive

10.

A．traditional

B．economical

C．advanced

D．balanced

11.

A．solved

B．attended

C．moved

D．hosted

12.

A．detail

B．success

C．failure

D．experience

13.

A．give up

B．clean up

C．make up

D．sign up

14.

A．apply

B．arrange

C．explore

D．compete

15.

A．goal

B．admiration

C．comment

D．wisdom