1 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Which date was Van Gogh born on?

A．March 30.

B．March 20.

C．March 13.

2. What did Van Gogh do when he was 15?

A．He began to learn French.

B．He decided to be an artist.

C．He started to work.

3. Which country did Van Gogh move to in 1886?

A．France.

B．Germany.

C．Britain.

4. How did Theo support Van Gogh according to the talk?

A．He made paintings for Van Gogh.

B．He sold Van Gogh’s paintings to others.

C．He bought Van Gogh’s works from others.

2 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Where can the man put his bag?

A．On the desk.

B．In the locker.

C．Behind the door.

2. What should the man do after getting into the exam hall?

A．Show his student ID card.

B．Turn off the mobile phone.

C．Find his examination number on the desk.

3 . 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。

With there being so many different cultures to discover across the world, I often find myself contemplating (考虑) how I will ever begin to explore the traditions of such a large number of     1     (country). Finally, I have found an answer     2     this question, and that answer is food.

Food is     3     important aspect of any culture, and often     4     (become) the basis for cultural stereotypes (文化定势). England, for example, is renowned for its Sunday roasts, while snails and frog’s legs 60.     5     (associate) with France. Stereotypes aside,     6     (try) different cuisines can be a great way of exploring foreign culture in the comfort of your own home, providing a taste of culture while also avoiding the high costs of travel.

There is an abundance of cheap and simple recipes online these days, so you don’t need to be an expert chef if you want     7     (cook) some foreign food. Indeed, online websites provide a great opportunity for young people     8     want to learn to cook. This way, you can avoid the habit of ordering takeaways on a daily basis when you leave home. In     9     (add), most recipe websites now have different pages for different types of cuisine, so it is     10     (easy) than ever to discover popular foreign food.

4 . A family who is willing to support you while you’re in college is a wonderful thing. Even though you are in school, you still have _________ to pay and other things to buy.

_________ what happens when your parents say, “You have to start _________ the things you need”? In other words, it is time to find a job.

The first thing you should do is _________ whether you have the right to do a work-study (勤工俭学) program. Usually, you should start _________ in advance. Building a network of people is a great way to find a job. Make a(n) _______ to meet new people and talk with them. There is always someone who is graduating, which _________ new openings have to be filled. Make yourself _________ to everyone. You may not get the job you applied for, but you will get something important in return. The more they see your face, the more likely they are to_______ you. Why? Because they’ll remember you. You’ve made a lasting ________.

Going to a small school __________ me to be known to many people. People saw me __________ because of the positions I held. In fact, I’ve gained more jobs because people were ________   with me. But once you get your name out there, be __________ what you do. First impressions can last a lifetime, and your reputation will precede (领先) you, whether it is good or bad.   

It is truly amazing to have someone who understands your struggle to talk to. Talking to the older students at my school really helped me. Now I am able to do the same. I talk to other students about my__________, including not having my family there for me and how I held on to the last minute.

I hope that sharing my story can help others to see that they can do it, too.

1.

A．notes

B．reports

C．bills

D．files

2.

A．But

B．For

C．Or

D．So

3.

A．paying for

B．paying off

C．taking up

D．taking away

4.

A．imagine

B．determine

C．blame

D．conclude

5.

A．making

B．searching

C．treating

D．worrying

6.

A．effect

B．difference

C．change

D．effort

7.

A．clarifies

B．admits

C．means

D．realizes

8.

A．known

B．understood

C．heard

D．improved

9.

A．reject

B．interview

C．employ

D．order

10.

A．relation

B．memory

C．decision

D．impression

11.

A．forced

B．allowed

C．warned

D．promised

12.

A．rarely

B．regularly

C．suddenly

D．finally

13.

A．familiar

B．popular

C．angry

D．honest

14.

A．generous

B．afraid

C．careful

D．patient

15.

A．performances

B．experiences

C．habits

D．origins

5 . Food waste is a growing problem throughout the world; on the one hand, we’ve got so many people starving, but on the other hand, in places like Western Europe or the US, people are wasting almost 50% of what they eat. It seems reasonable to find ways to send the excess food to the places where it’s most needed, but that doesn’t happen nearly as much as it should. With that in mind, people in Galdakao, Spain, took action.

They launched what they call the Community Fridge—a regular white fridge placed in the middle of the town where anyone can drop food or leftovers and anyone can come in and take it. This fridge has already saved 300 kg of food in just two months. The service is not a charity — anyone can come and just take whatever food they want.

Of course, there are a few regulations though—you can’t donate raw fish, meat or eggs, for health reasons. Also, all the food has to be within its expiration date and anything homemade should have a label with the ingredients. These are reasonable rules, and so far, the program seems to be enjoying success. Other Spanish cities have expressed interest in adopting their own Community Fridge.

This is not the first time this kind of idea has been put forward. A man in the Saudi city of Hail has also put a fridge outside his house and called on neighbors to fill it with food for the needy.

The idea doesn’t work in the US, and it seems like some people would rather throw food away than risk sharing it with others, but I certainly think this idea is worth spreading. Sure, you need someone to check the contents of the fridge and take out the food that goes bad, but for 150 kg of food per month, with one fridge, I think that’s worth it.

1. The first paragraph is meant to __________.

A．give the conclusion

B．introduce the topic

C．satisfy readers’ curiosity

D．describe a social fact

2. What can we learn about the Community Fridge from the article?

A．It is the first time such an idea has been put forward.

B．It is intended for the homeless.

C．It has some food security problems.

D．It has enjoyed success since it started.

3. What is the author’s attitude towards the Community Fridge?

A．Opposed.

B．Supportive.

C．Doubtful.

D．Unconcerned.

4. What may be the best title for the text?

A．The Starving and Food Waste

B．Community Fridge to Deal with Food Waste

C．Community Fridge and Food Security

D．Community Fridge to Be Adopted in the US

6 . 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。

Darkness had already blanketed the city as Mr. Chen, an engineer, arrived home exhausted from his demanding job. He couldn’t help but notice the absence of his son Lei, who was still out for his evening study sessions. The intense pressure of Lei’s senior high school studies and Mr. Chen’s busy work schedule had gradually eaten away at their precious time together, turning their once-frequent badminton games into mere memories of the past.

On those better weekends, Mr. Chen and Lei would eagerly head to the nearby court, rackets in hand, bathing in the joy of the game and each other’s company. But as life got busier, their heartfelt conversations were reduced to hurried greetings and silent nods.

That particular evening, Mrs. Chen observed Mr. Chen’s unusual early return. With a warm smile, she handed him a steaming cup of tea, gently bringing up a topic close to her heart. “I’ve noticed you and Lei haven’t played badminton in a while. I miss the sound of your laughter and chatter,” she expressed softly, her voice filled with nostalgia.

Mr. Chen’s eyes momentarily lost their tiredness as he thought of the cheerful times spent on the badminton court with Lei. Those moments weren’t just about the sport; they were about the bond they shared, a bond that now seemed to be slipping away. “You’re absolutely right,” he agreed. “We need to bring those moments back and reconnect with Lei.”

Determined, Mr. Chen crafted a plan to carve out two hours per weekend for family bonding, starting with reestablishing their weekly badminton games. Mr. Chen also decided to have more open conversations with Lei, discussing ways to handle academic pressures and the importance of maintaining a health y balance in life. As he awaited Lei’s return that night, Mr. Chen pictured their upcoming game, not just as a physical activity, but as a stepping stone to rebuild their relationship, a chance to laugh, talk, and simply be together.

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。
When Lei finally arrived, Mr. Chen greeted him with a hopeful smile.
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That weekend, they played on the court as planned.
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7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why does the man make the phone call?

A．To make an appointment.

B．To get to know Dr. Sharp.

C．To ask about the e-mail address.

2. What does the man need for his new job?

A．A form signed by Dr. Sharp.

B．A test about the position.

C．A full physical check-up.

3. How will the woman inform the man after receiving the form?

A．By visiting him.

B．By calling him.

C．By e-mailing him.

8 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. When is the Homecoming Day usually held?

A．In early September.

B．In late September and early October.

C．In late October and early November.

2. What kind of game is there on Homecoming Day?

A．A baseball game.

B．A basketball game.

C．A football game.

3. What is the Queen or the King most likely to be good at?

A．Dancing.

B．Singing.

C．Chatting.

4. How many celebrations are mentioned?

A．Two.

B．Three.

C．Four.

9 . While warming up to a cheerleading competition, 17-year-old Keianna Joe experienced a scary medical event. She _______ suddenly and went into cardiac arrest (心脏骤停).

Andrea Joe, Keianna’s mother, said her daughter’s cheer coach ran madly, _______ for help, and asked someone to call a/an _______. Andrea Joe then witnessed her beloved daughter _______ and without a pulse. Andrea, a certified medical assistant, _______ into action, working to save her precious daughter’s life. “I just _______,” Andrea said. “I know CPR. I know how to do this. This is my baby and I have to _______ her.”

For about ten _______, this loving mother worked to save her cheerleader daughter in cardiac arrest. She _______ CPR (心肺复苏术) on Keianna, hoping to get her heart beating again.

Then, a portable defibrillator (除颤器) arrived on the scene. Thankfully, Andrea had received training on these ________, but there was something different about this one.

“The machine said, ‘Shock required’,” Andrea said. “And I mean, I’ve trained on these AED (自动体外除颤仪) devices before and they’ve never told me, you know, ‘Shock required’.” Nevertheless, Andrea used the defibrillator to ________ Keianna’s heart back into rhythm and performed even ________ CPR on her. Finally, a heartbeat returned! Andrea had saved her daughter’s life!

After a 10-day hospital stay, Keianna is out, but with a mini defibrillator in her ________. It still remains unclear what on earth ________ Keianna to go into cardiac arrest. Andrea stated, with tears ________ up, that on the way home from the hospital, she made Keianna hold her hand.

“She’s with me, she’s here, she’s right next to me and I’ve got her,” Andrea said. “And it’s the best feeling ever.”

1.

A．cried

B．fell

C．slept

D．escaped

2.

A．waited

B．begged

C．screamed

D．answered

3.

A．ambulance

B．office

C．company

D．court

4.

A．weak

B．pale

C．unhealthy

D．unconscious

5.

A．sprang

B．came

C．exploded

D．dashed

6.

A．cheered up

B．calmed down

C．lay down

D．took over

7.

A．forgive

B．save

C．follow

D．cure

8.

A．days

B．hours

C．minutes

D．seconds

9.

A．experimented

B．based

C．performed

D．improved

10.

A．situations

B．devices

C．patients

D．processes

11.

A．encourage

B．support

C．bring

D．shock

12.

A．more

B．better

C．faster

D．longer

13.

A．heart

B．chest

C．head

D．face

14.

A．helped

B．prepared

C．caused

D．decided

15.

A．welling

B．growing

C．drying

D．holding

10 . Lifelong learning is how you improve as a person, bit by bit and day by day. Lifelong learners recognize the importance and joy of growth so they never settle for what they currently know and always seek for improvement. Here are some habits people who value lifelong learning have in common, and see how many of them you recognize in yourself.

Whatever problem or dilemma (困境) you currently face, there’s definitely at least one decent book that discusses it and presents different kinds of solutions. Reading is a great way to open up new horizons, train your brain and change your life completely. Through reading, you can connect with successful people and learn from the lessons they share. Lifelong learners love to be lost in books and do it regularly.

Whether it’s online or offline, there are countless courses you can participate in for free. These are great opportunities to connect with clever and like-minded people and learn from them. Because of advanced technology, you can now gain knowledge from online programs. What lifelong learners have in common is squeezing as much as possible out of these opportunities.

Instead of spending your free time lying on the couch and watching TV, you should do something creative and practical. You know every wasted minute is gone forever. Lifelong learners stay up-to-date with growth opportunities in their areas and participate in them frequently.

As a lifelong learner, if behind the efforts, there is a deep desire to grow, your chances of success are much higher compared to when you are forced to learn. Lifelong learners love to experience the constant growth and improvement. In order to keep growing, you are supposed to clearly define your goals. Smart goal setting is one of the tools to insure constant growth.

1. How does reading affect us?

A．It broadens our horizons.

B．We learn some practical knowledge.

C．We realize our present thinking patterns.

D．It offers effective solutions to problems.

2. What does paragraph 3 encourage people to do?

A．Try to choose the suitable courses.

B．Keep in touch with various people.

C．Make use of the available resources.

D．Improve their knowledge in any area.

3. What quality do lifelong learners have?

A．A long-term goal.	B．A proper method.
C．A positive attitude.	D．A lot of experience.

4. What do we know about the lifelong learners from the last paragraph?

A．They accept different changes.

B．They develop good learning habits.

C．They believe it’s never too late to start.

D．They love making continuous progress.