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。

The Double Ninth Festival, also known as Chongyang Festival,     1     (take) place on the ninth day of the ninth lunar month. On this day, people hold many activities, such as enjoying the chrysanthemum (菊花), inserting Zhuyu, and     2    (drink) chrysanthemum wine. Also, a story about the     3     (tradition) festival is often told

During the East Han Dynasty, there was a devil of the plague (瘟魔) in the Ruhe River. Once it showed up, people got sick and even died. People living around the Ruhe River suffered a lot because     4     the disease caused by the devil

There lived a man named Huan Jing.     5    (he) parents died from the plague and he almost died. After here covered, Huan Jing decided to learn magic arts and kill the devil. Huan Jing heard that there lived an immortal (神仙) in the eastern area. He took a long journey and     6     (final) found the immortal. The immortal heard the man’s story and     7     (move) by his determination, so the immortal agreed to teach him     8     to kill the devil.

One day, the immortal told Huan Jing the devil would show up again on the ninth day of the ninth month, and he asked Huan Jing to go back     9     (fight) against it. When Huan Jing went back, he told the villagers to Bo to a mountain and sent everyone a Zhuyu leaf and a glass of chrysanthemum wine. When the devil emerged, it Rot dizzy from the scent of the Zhuyu and the chrysanthemum. At that time, Huan Jing took the sword     10     killed the devil.

2 . There are always accidents in life. Everyone may _________ difficulties that can affect us very deeply. Mine was when my youngest brother got sick with a _________ disease. We were told he would die in a few months. I was so_________ that I ate excessively (过多地) as relief from the sadness, and I had _________ almost 50 pounds in a short period of time. My fitness level had _________.

However, after six months, my brother began to heal and regain his full strength. _________ , I set new goal to change my lifestyle and saw if healthy living would make any _________ .

I had to establish a _________ about how to make myself become healthier. I found two sources that could help me. One, I started to _________ men’s health magazines, and adjusted their __________ to my personal life. Another__________ was Abs Diet, a book which included simple and new tips on eating.

I cut back on the fatty and sugary junk food and started to __________ what was recommended in books including lean meats, fruits, vegetables and whole grains. I had to __________ myself to eat them often in order to have a balanced diet. I also bought a treadmill (跑步机), so I could __________ at home. This process helped to __________ my metabolic (新陈代谢的) rate. Also, I knew that I wanted to build up my muscles. __________ , there was a gym nearby. The __________ became my second home. I tried to go there 4 times a week and managed to burn fat a efficiently as possible. Although I always felt tired after __________ , I was satisfied with the feeling of __________. In sum, if there is a will, there is everything. I will __________ leading a healthy life for the rest of my life.

1.

A．throw away

B．go through

C．depend on

D．adapt to

2.

A．common

B．similar

C．curable

D．rare

3.

A．sad

B．moved

C．happy

D．annoyed

4.

A．kept

B．gained

C．restored

D．lost

5.

A．improved

B．existed

C．broken

D．dropped

6.

A．However

B．Otherwise

C．Therefore

D．Anyway

7.

A．difference

B．mistake

C．mess

D．damage

8.

A．relationship

B．business

C．routine

D．company

9.

A．write

B．design

C．read

D．sell

10.

A．tips

B．interests

C．orders

D．pictures

11.

A．trouble

B．trend

C．goal

D．source

12.

A．refuse

B．submit

C．follow

D．create

13.

A．allow

B．force

C．advise

D．expect

14.

A．study

B．jump

C．advertise

D．exercise

15.

A．slow

B．increase

C．waste

D．dominate

16.

A．Luckily

B．Instantly

C．Unfortunately

D．Obviously

17.

A．playground

B．office

C．gym

D．hospital

18.

A．coming out

B．working out

C．setting out

D．hanging out

19.

A．achievement

B．confusion

C．humor

D．liberation

20.

A．start

B．imagine

C．forget

D．continue

3 . What would you say if you had to eat no food for a whole season? It sounds like a conundrum for humans, but ground squirrels, a common species from North America, however, achieve this very easily every winter. A new discovery has revealed why, and the finding can really help astronauts with their physical health during long missions.

Long periods of inactivity are known to lead to muscle wastage in most animal species. But for hibernating (冬眠) animals, things happen in a different way. Not only can they survive without eating, but they also use minimal levels of energy while preserving their muscle mass and function during and after the whole winter.

It was Matthew Regan, an animal physiologist from the University of Montreal, who discovered why. In his research published in Science, he confirms a theory from the 1980s called “urea nitrogen salvage” (尿素氮回收) through the study of ground squirrels.

According to the theory, the gut microbes (肠道细菌) from these cute hibernators can recycle the nitrogen inure a and reuse it to build new proteins. In short, they can take advantage of waste, and turn it into something vital.

“Urea nitrogen salvage may help with the hibernating squirrels’ muscle function and contribute to their reproductive success during the mating season,” Regan said. “This way, when squirrels recover from hibernation, they are in good shape to deal with the intense physical activity that a successful reproduction demands.”

Regan’s findings could have a meaningful impact on the future of space travel. According to the researcher, if astronauts manage to copy the salvaging of urea nitrogen, they will be able to prevent muscle loss, a common issue among space travelers.

“Because we know which muscle proteins are prevented during spaceflight, we can compare these proteins with those that are enhanced by urea nitrogen salvage during hibernation,” Regan said. The researcher continued, “If there are the same parts between the proteins in spaceflight and the ones from hibernation, then it suggests astronauts can gain health benefits by learning this process.”

1. What does the word “conundrum” underlined in the first paragraph probably mean?

A．Difficult problem.

B．Funny fact.

C．Daily routine.

D．Simple task.

2. Which paragraph tells the benefits of urea nitrogen salvage for ground squirrels?

A．Paragraph 1.

B．Paragraph 2.

C．Paragraph 3.

D．Paragraph 5.

3. Regan’s findings may help astronauts deal with____.

A．eating disorders	B．muscle loss
C．sleeping issues	D．protein identification

4. What is the best title for the text?

A．How Do Hibernators Survive in Cold Winter?

B．Why Are Astronauts Faced With Muscle Loss?

C．What Can Ground Squirrels Teach Astronauts?

D．Can Humans Survive Without Eating in Space?

4 . Top Places to Visit in the World

Bora Bora Island

Bora Bora Island is known for its expensive stays and adventurous activities. The hotels in Bora Bora offer full privacy and their floating villas (别墅) have direct entrance to the sea. May to October is the time when the island receives a lot of tourists. But the best time to go to Bora Bora is November to April. During this time you can skip the crowd and get the perfect weather.

Bali Island

Bali is an Indonesian island and known for its volcanic mountains. It’s very distinctive in terms of history and culture. For its beauty, it has a lot of names, such as Island of Gods, The Last Paradise, Land of Thousand Temples and Morning of the World. Bali has world-class surfing and diving places. April to June and September to October along with Christmas & New Year are the best time to visit Bali.

Bryce Canyon National Park

Bryce Canyon National Park is an American national park located in southwestern Utah. This place is known for layered red and orange rocks which are geological (地质的) structures and make this place a famous one with more than 2 million people visiting it every year. May to September is considered the best time to visit Bryce Canyon National park.

Great Barrier Reef Marine Park

One of the most remarkable Australian natural gifts is the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. The feature of this place is “richness” and “beauty”. This place is blessed with the breathtaking beauty of the world’s largest coral reef. The water is clear there, which allows you to take a deep dive. The best time to visit the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park is between June and October. Visiting is not allowed in April.

1. What is the best time to go to Bora Bora Island if you want to avoid the crowd?

A．March.

B．June.

C．August.

D．September.

2. Which place is famous for its rocks with geological structures?

A．The Bali Island.	B．The Bryce Canyon National Park.
C．The Bora Bora Island.	D．The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

3. What do Bali Island and Great Barrier Reef Marine Park have in common?

A．They have the largest coral reef.	B．They, can be visited in April.
C．They offer diving places.	D．They feature history and culture.

5 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Who is the speaker talking to?

A．Zoo keepers

B．Tourists

C．Biologists

2. What do milu deer eat in winter?

A．Green grass

B．Fruits and nuts.

C．Dry leaves

3. When do the female milu deer give birth to their young?

A．In summer

B．In autumn

C．In winter.

4. Why is it hard to catch milu deer?

A．They are very watchful

B．They are good at hiding

C．They run fast

6 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. With whom is the man going to Disneyland?

A．The woman

B．His friends

C．His parents

2. What are the biggest attractions to the woman?

A．Disney movies

B．Live-action shows

C．Rides and roller coaster

3. What may the man do in Disneyland?

A．Enjoy the beautiful music

B．Organize fancy parades

C．Watch a dance competition

4. What does the woman say about the man’s trip to Disneyland?

A．It will be boring

B．It will be tiring

C．It will be enjoyable

7 . 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。

Janiece Jenkins is a math teacher at East Orange Community Charter School, New Jersey. She had been certified in CPR (心肺复苏术) and first aid, 5 years before working here in the school. Because Janiece had never had a chance to put it into use, she almost forgot it after all those years. Recently, the school arranged for all the teachers to take a refresher course. As in the past, Janiece thought little of the first aid knowledge and she never thought she could put it into practice one day. But it happened that way.

On a hot summer afternoon, 9-year-old Robert Stonaker was preparing for his math class when he felt a rush of thirst. He reached for a bottle of water from his school bag. But the cap of the water bottle was too tight, so he struggled to remove it with his mouth. When the third grader squeezed (挤压) the bottle, the water pushed the cap down his throat and blocked his airway.

Unable to breathe, Robert got out from his seat in panic and ran over to the sink to see if he could spit the cap out himself. When that didn’t work, he ran across the room to ask Janiece for help, pointing to his throat.

The boy couldn’t talk. His face was pale, nd he was struggling to breathe. Janiece knew from the desperation on his face that he was choking and that he was in bad need of help. At the critical moment, timing is everything. Brain damage starts after approximately four minutes without oxygen.

Thanks to the refresher course, the first aid steps were fresh in Janiece’s mind. She stood behind Robert and wrapped her arms around the boy’s waist. With one hand made a fist, she pressed hard and quick into his stomach. She pulled inward and upward as she pressed as if she’s trying to lift the boy off the ground. After several rounds of pulls and presses, the cap of the water bottle popped out of his mouth. Seeing the cap on the floor, Janiece breathed a big sigh of relief.

注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Then Janiece took Robert to the nearest hospital and telephoned Robert’s parents.

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Janiece hoped her action would inspire others to get the training to help people in need.

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8 . “This is the next revolution in flying,”says Mark Henning, European managing director of AutoFlight, a Chinese firm. Mr Henning is not alone in betting that electric vertical(垂直的)take-off and landing(eVTOL)aircraft have a bright future. The idea is that, being simpler, cheaper, greener and quieter than traditional helicopters, eVTOLs will be well suited to operate short-range passenger services across large urban areas, such as flying people between airports and city centres.

Now, Mr Henning is setting up an operation at Augsburg Airport in Germany to further the development of Prosperity I, the company’s air taxi. Prosperity I can seat three passengers and a pilot. It is a hybrid between a helicopter and a fixed-wing plane. It takes off and lands vertically, using multiple rotors(旋翼), but these are switched off when it is in full flight. At that point a “pusher” propeller(螺旋桨)at the back takes over, to provide forward drive, and thus lit via the wings. This arrangement makes better use of the aircraft’s battery, giving Prosperity I a range of some 250 km.

A model will be test-flown in Germany in order to obtain what is known as a type certificate from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency(EASA). This signifies the airworthiness of a new aircraft. Although AutoFlight is also seeking certification in China, the company thinks the addition of European approval will help speed the machine’s entry into service in other markets, too. It hopes to complete the approval process by 2025.

There is uncertainty about how the rules will differ from place to place. Nonetheless, enough regulatory progress has been made. In America, Joby Aviation hopes next year to become the first to obtain a type certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration(FAA). In Europe, Volocopter, a German firm, hopes to provide air-taxi services for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

It is not only new firms which are getting into the business. Airbus is developing ideas for eVTOLs. So is Boeing. With so much effort and money going into this new form of air travel, some of these birds will surely be flying soon.

1. What will eVTOLs be used to do?

A．Deliver goods in airports.	B．Carry passengers across cities.
C．Function as charging stations.	D．Replace traditional helicopters.

2. Which of the following can replace the underlined word “hybrid“ in Paragraph 2?

A．mixture	B．symbol
C．concept	D．application

3. What is AutoFlight trying to do for Prosperity I?

A．Obtain a type certificate from the FAA.	B．Have it tested across the sky of America.
C．Tailor a set of rules as soon as possible.	D．Get it approved by European authorities.

4. What is the suitable title for the passage?

A．A Role of eVTOL in Machine Industry	B．A Novel Form of Air Service in City
C．A New Version of Boeing’s Evolution	D．How to Win the Certificate from EASA

9 . Across the world, young people are shaping the future in many fields. Their ideas are transforming communities and society. Here’s a look at the achievements of four inspirational young leaders.

Kwiri Yang

Kwiri is the founder and CEO of LifeGyde, an online platform for young people to seek advice, guidance and support. She has an impressive track record of supporting individuals and small businesses.

She first helped immigrant owners of small businesses in California. When she developed anxiety and depression, Kwiri realized how many people, like her, were struggling with their mental health — and LifeGyde was born.

Abi Ramanan

Abi is the co-founder and CEO of ImpactVision, a software platform that uses machine learning to reduce food waste.

ImpactVision’s technology uses digital imaging to take a picture of food and analyze its nutritional value and freshness. The system aims to reduce waste while also improving food safety. As technology advances, the sensors it uses are reducing in size and price, and could soon be integrated into everyday devices.

Oana Toiu

Oana is the founder and general manager of Social Innovation Solutions, which offers training and consultancy in social innovation.

She’s also on the Board of Directors of The Entrepreneurship Academy, where students work in teams, learning about business by running real businesses under the guidance of a team coach.

Doreen Kessy

Doreen is CEO of Ubongo, a multi-media educational platform in Africa. Using the power of entertainment and mass media, the company provides educational material at low cost and high volume.

Some 6.4 million households in 31 countries currently watch, listen and learn from Ubongo’s cartoons each week, with improved outcomes in maths and school readiness.

1. What is Kwiri Yang’s achievement?

A．She found a cure for mental diseases.

B．She established a company on immigration.

C．She supported the young in their mental health.

D．She set up an online learning platform for kids.

2. Which field does Abi Ramanan’s platform mainly focus on?

A．Health care.

B．Education.

C．Technology.

D．Food safety.

3. What do these four people share in common?

A．They are young, energetic and wealthy.	B．They create jobs for many young people.
C．They made contributions to communities.	D．They encouraged the young to do business.

10 . “We are here because of charcoal (木炭),” announced Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan at a conference in Dar es Salaam, as she unveiled ambitious new plans to boost clean energy use within the country by up to 90% over ten years.

According to new data, the total emissions(排放) from household food consumption account for the equivalent of 1.3 billion tons of carbon dioxide each year. A household’s carbon footprint related to food consumption is largely driven by its cookstoves and fuels used for cooking. Along with Tanzania, one-third of the global population relies on biomass—wood, charcoal, or animal dung(粪便) for household cooking.

Burning charcoal and these other “dirty” cooking fuels indoors generates black powder, and household air pollution that is responsible for premature deaths and illnesses. In addition, women and children may spend up to 20 hours per week in collecting firewood and four hours per day cooking over traditional stoves—opportunity costs that may come at the expense of school attendance or work and hobby interests. The costs will only increase as forest degradation forces women and children farther afield to find firewood to cook and warm their homes.

These significant health and climate impacts of household cooking help explain the motivation for countries like Tanzania to come up with aggressive plans to stop using dirty cookstoves and fuels.

There are a wide variety of technological solutions and concerted donor campaigns to facilitate the switch to cleaner cooking, but the reality is that total investments in the clean cooking sector are still far short of the estimated $ 10 billion per year.

Barriers can and should be removed through thoughtful, context-specific policies. Leaders and policymakers in Sharm EI Sheikh should follow Tanzania’s example and commit to effective policies that will develop innovative and locally appropriate technologies and fuels, and secure long -term funding to ensure universal clean cooking access by 2030.

1. What does Tanzania’s President’s words mean in paragraph 1?

A．Charcoal is what we need right now.

B．Our survival lies in the use of charcoal.

C．Charcoal problem is the focus of attention.

D．It is charcoal that helps us people keep fit.

2. What is not the consequence of cooking with biomass according to the text?

A．Indoor air pollution.	B．Gender- based violence.
C．Kids’ absence from school.	D．Forest degradation.

3. What is the barrier to clean cooking?

A．Lack of donor campaigns.	B．High fuel costs.
C．Inefficient government.	D．Funding shortfalls.

4. What can we learn about the policies in the last paragraph?

A．They should be aimed at poor countries.

B．They will lead to a reduction in fuel use.

C．They should be carefully considered.

D．They call for continuous observation.