1 . 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。

Helen was putting her dress on. It was a bit small, but she could manage.

She would be getting the rent with her father, Mr. Resnick, today. Helen didn’t often get to spend time with her father these days. He was always working, and always trying to make enough money to support the family. The rent was what kept them going during the Depression (经济大萧条). When Helen worried about her too-tight dress, other children had to worry about food or even their homes.

The houses were not far, and three families lived there. Everything went smoothly at the first two apartments, but both Helen and her father were worried about the third. The Katz family never had enough money, and it had become harder and harder to accept their rent, even though her father had lowered it.

Mrs. Katz opened the door when Helen’s father knocked. “Her eyes were red—from crying,” Helen thought. “Good afternoon, Mr. Resnick,” she said, hands nervously smoothing her gray dress.

“How are you, Mrs. Katz?” he asked.

“We’re. we’re getting by (勉强度日),” she said, but she wouldn’t meet his eyes or even Helen’s. “You’re here for the rent.”

“Yes, Mrs. Katz, I’m afraid so.”

“Please come in.”

Inside of the apartment, Mr. Katz and the two children were sitting at a table, waiting for Mr. Resnick. “They all have such thin faces!” Helen thought. She was embarrassed, suddenly, by her own round cheeks and strong body.

Mrs. Katz gave Helen’s father the money. He thanked her and turned to go.

“Mr. Resnick?” Mrs. Katz said before they could leave. He turned to look at her. In a shaking voice she told him, “We haven’t eaten in two days.”

注意：1. 续写词数应为120词左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答；
3. 写作提示：第一段可写出Helen和她父亲听到消息后的反应；第二段可写出Helen买东西及众人的反应。

Two days! Helen couldn’t imagine such a thing.

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“Yes, Dad,” she answered and started running on the way to the store.

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2 . 校报英语角正在举行以The Thing That Made Me Grow up为题的征文活动，请你用以下内容要点写一篇文章投稿：
1. 事情的经过；
2. 收获与感受。
注意：
1. 词数80词左右；
2. 文章标题已经给出，不计入总词数。

The Thing That Made Me Grow up

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3 . 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。

Galloping Horse Overtaking a Flying Swallow (马踏飞燕) stands out as a well-known work of sculpture in the history of Chinese art,     1     differs from the other sculptures of horses in that it represents motion, rather than the horse itself.

When a horse gallops at full speed, it     2     (look) as if it were flying in the air. So the ancient Chinese considered a fast horse     3     a “heavenly steed (天马) flying in the skies.” Usually, the sculpture of a swift horse had to be set on     4     top of a floating cloud.

Galloping Horse Overtaking a Flying Swallow, however, has one of its back hoofs set on a swallow in flight, while the other legs are in the air. The horse holds its head high, with its eyes     5     (stare) and its ears up. Its body features strong, smooth muscles, and its belly is contracted (收缩) as it runs. As the galloping horse catches up with the tiny swallow, the latter turns back to look at it in     6     (astonish).

One would     7     (normal) imagine that a swallow flies     8     (fast) than a galloping horse. Now that the horse has caught up with the swallow, it inspires the viewer to imagine how fast the horse is running. Li Bai     9     (write) the poem “Song of the Heavenly Horse”. Two of the lines can be borrowed     10     (describe) this sculpture: “Looking back at the black swallow, the horse laughs at its slowness.”

4 . When I started secondary school, aged 11, I found myself in a class with only two children I’d met before.     1    . In fact, before the end of the day one I knew all 28 of my new classmates by heart. Even in my thirties, when I found myself back in school as a teacher, I could still learn all the students in my classes with relative ease. Here are three quick memory techniques that help me.

    2    . Remembering people starts with listening to what they’re called, and taking a proper look at their face. I make a point of repeating their names in my head, and silently saying something to myself about their appearance.

Spot similarities.     3    . So, who does this person look like? Do they share a name with a celebrity? Is there anything about them that reminds you of places, events, or experiences you’ve already got filed away?

A．Pay attention

B．But I soon got to know everyone

C．But I soon failed to remember their names

D．It’s always good to connect new information with things you already know

5 . Qinghuaci ware is one of the most well-known cultural products in China, with items made in Jingdezhen, Jiangxi province, considered the best in quality.

Cai Wenjuan’s parents and grandparents made qinghuaci here. Cai’s childhood memories are connected to ceramics, which led her to find her passion in painting as a girl. Even after graduating from Jingdezhen Ceramic University in 2006, she didn’t think about inheriting the family craft and became a saleswoman at a ceramic studio in Beijing back then.

After two years of selling ceramics, Cai was captivated by the blue-and-white ware. She quit her job and returned to her hometown in late 2008, starting a two-year learning experience of painting blue-and-white porcelain items. In 2012, Cai established her own ceramics-making company and two years later, she built the ceramics-themed brand China Story.

Pushing the boundaries of the age-old practice, Cai puts blue-and-white patterns, inspired by Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368) porcelain, on daily objects such as phone cases, umbrellas, pillows and so on. So far, more than 1,000 kinds of cultural products have been sold by her company. “The charm and story behind the blue-and-white china can be told through the way the young generation feels connected,” Cai says, adding that china can be stylish.

As a provincial-level inheritor of the blue-and-white china-painting, she devotes herself to passing on the craft by combining the ancient charm with modern aesthetics. On video-sharing platform Douyin, Cai has posted more than 60 clips to popularize the craft and the culture behind it. “One day, I hope there are traditional Chinese elements everywhere in daily life,” Cai says. Like Cai, more young artists are considering a career in china-related businesses in Jingdezhen, with the local government rolling out supportive measures for a variety of startups in the field.

1. What caused Cai Wenjuan to be fond of painting?

A．Her gift.	B．Her curiosity.
C．Her being tired of selling goods.	D．Her childhood experience.

2. What does the underlined word “captivated” probably mean?

A．shocked

B．attracted

C．embarrassed

D．challenged

3. Which of the following words can be used to best describe Cai Wenjuan?

A．Considerate.

B．Creative.

C．Strict.

D．Generous.

4. What can we know about the qinghuaci industry?

A．It needs checking.	B．It needs culture.
C．It has a bright future.	D．It has a limited platform.

6 . No matter what your holiday wish is, you’ll find a home here in the Charleston area.

The Spectator Hotel — Holiday Cheers with Spectator Spirit

Toast to the good life at The Spectator Hotel, a favorite place during the holidays. All things are festive and bright this season. Enjoy a holiday cocktail carefully made by our award-winning mixologist (调酒师), a nightly $10 credit (积分) to The Bar, and a his & hers set from Brackish — one Gatsby bow tie and one pair of Delores Stud Earrings.

The Restoration Hotel — Spread Cheer Christmas Tree Package

The Spread Holiday Cheer Package includes a decorated tree in room along with a souvenir, Charleston book and holiday cookies. Dreidels, menorahs, and other items are available upon request.

Wild Dunes Resort — Sleigh (滑雪橇) the Holidays

Sleigh the holiday season with a getaway to Wild Dunes Resort! Make your Charleston holiday memorable with our exclusive offer (独家优惠), a fantastic getaway to Charleston’s island resort and receive the following inclusions: accommodations for two nights, two seasonal welcome cocktails at Coastal Provisions, Oyster Catcher, or Sippin’ Santa (only available in December), and $50 resort credit.

The Tides at Folly Beach — Light Up the Holidays

Unwrap the gift of pure holiday magic with our Light Up the Holidays package. Embrace the spirit of the season as you experience the charming Holiday Festival of Lights at James Island County Park, a beloved annual tradition. Sip and enjoy the delights of the holidays with two insulated tumblers (水杯) perfect for enjoying steaming hot chocolate on cold nights. Our thoughtful package also includes a souvenir and a sweet treat, filling your getaway with memories to cherish.

1. What is served in both The Spectator Hotel and Wild Dunes Resort?

A．Earrings.

B．Cookies.

C．Cocktails.

D．Chocolate.

2. Where will you taste steaming hot chocolate?

A．The Spectator Hotel.	B．The Restoration Hotel.
C．Wild Dunes Resort.	D．The Tides at Folly Beach.

3. How often is the Holiday Festival of Lights held?

A．Yearly.

B．Weekly.

C．Monthly

D．Daily.

4. Where is the passage probably taken from?

A．A storybook.	B．A travel guide.
C．A health magazine.	D．A sports website.

8 . 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。

Fish and chips, or rather, “fish'n'chips” is an important experience for the visitors. Britain is    1    island and eating fish     2     (remind) us of our practical and spiritual dependence on the sea. The chips symbolize our people: no two chips are the same, but we are united because we are all cut from the same bag of     3    (potato), all deep-fried in the same oil.

A fish and chip supper is the     4    (old)fast food in Britain, perhaps in the world. The visitors should ask for cod or haddock, the fish of choice for any true Brit. The fish comes dipped(蘸)in batter, a mixture     5     flour, eggs and milk. When it is dropped into the hot oil, the batter acts as a sponge(海绵)absorbing the maximum amount of oil,     6       makes it nice and juicy. A     7     (tradition) fish fryer will wrap your order in yesterday's newspaper. Before     8     (wrap)it he will ask, “Salt and vinegar?”, to which you should reply “Yes, please!”

This supper should     9     (eat)almost at once, with the fingers, walking along the street, preferably in the dark, and with a taunt rain falling. Do NOT take the fish'n'chips home because it is known that this is not the British way. Just empty     10     (they)onto a plate and eat them with knives and forks.

9 . It’s normal to wake up at night, especially as you age, but negative news can further activate your mind and make it hard for you to fall back asleep. Therefore, hope the following tips can help you have a deep sleep.

Test your pillow.     1    . The National Sleep Foundation recommends replacing it every One to two years. A pillow past its prime can cause neck pain—and restless sleep.

Skip salty snacks before bed. In a Japanese study, researchers followed 321 patients with high-salt diets and sleep issues for 12 weeks. When people cut down on salt, their average toilet trips decreased from twice a night to once.     2    

    3    . If you need to complain with your wife or husband, don’t wait until night. Tough discussions are less likely to influence your sleep if you start them earlier. Arguments can activate your sympathetic nervous system, which affects sleep. Some research even suggests that going to bed with anger may make you impatient the next morning.

A．Handle your troubles before dinner

B．Those who consumed more salt had a deeper sleep

C．If you bought your pillow in 2020, it’s already old

D．And those who consumed more salt woke up more often to go to the bathroom