1 . Starting a career in engineering can be challenging. You know what you
My advice to young engineers is: Focus on your
Of course, there will be times when things are hard, but if you believe in yourself and have a
The biggest challenge I have faced in my career is being a woman in a
Thankfully, the gender
| A．approve | B．lack | C．envy | D．face |
| A．bring out | B．put out | C．work out | D．leave out |
| A．strengths | B．hobbies | C．routines | D．priorities |
| A．expand | B．identify | C．observe | D．address |
| A．avoid | B．ignore | C．practise | D．escape |
| A．compromise | B．excuse | C．mistake | D．sense |
| A．practice | B．luck | C．review | D．vision |
| A．keep | B．take | C．set | D．tell |
| A．narrow-minded | B．male-dominated | C．old-fashioned | D．female-centred |
| A．stubborn | B．humorous | C．capable | D．realistic |
| A．equal | B．opponent | C．contemporary | D．friend |
| A．Occasionally | B．Originally | C．Frequently | D．Eventually |
| A．characteristic | B．role | C．balance | D．preference |
| A．placing | B．inspiring | C．concerning | D．updating |
| A．explore | B．develop | C．compete | D．qualify |
For years, Jessie, a 15-year-old senior high school girl, has been a holiday fixed visitor in a kindergarten in Los Angèles County. As an experíenced volunteer in a severely poor neighborhood, Jessie knew those young students had it rough——some were homeless, many were in foster care(家庭寄养), and the others were crammed into garages or single rooms with eight to ten family members. So she made up her mind to visit them with gifts every holiday season.
It was hard for Jessie to do this on a little girl's part-time job salary, but every holiday from Thanksgiving to the Christmas break, Jessie managed to bring the kids some little gifts of holiday magic——a pack of crayons(蜡笔), pencils, toys and so on. No matter how small the gifts are, Levinson’s students were always grateful. And there was a good chance that it would outshine whatever their families could afford to give them. Despite being surrounded by wealthy neighborhoods, their community was so poor that when it rained, kids came to school wearing trash bags. Some didn’t brush their teeth because they didn’t own a toothbrush. But Jessie never despised(轻视) them and were always devoted to improving their conditions.
That day was the day before Thanksgiving, she brought gifts to the kindergarten again, and the children’s excited expressions were the same as before. The children eagerly shared happy stories with her and showcased their latest achievements, such as height and various plants they planted. Looking at the happy smiling faces of the children, she hesitated several times before speaking. She didn't have the courage to tell them that she was going to study in a far country, which they had never heard of before. This was the exam and admission she had put in countless days and nights to pass, but at this moment she hesitated and didn't know how to say it. She couldn't even imagine how disappointed and sad they would be since she could not come here again, at least 3 years. Thinking of these, her heart became very heavy.
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1.续写词数应为150左右；
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A little girl noticed her worried expression and asked,“Do you have any worries?”
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To her surprise, the children listened attentively.
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1.对他的兴趣进行肯定；
2.合理分配时间，把学习放第一位；
3.和父母好好沟通。
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Dear Jack,
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Yours,
Li Hua
China has made
The officer made the remarks while addressing a video conference,
China has put environmental protection high
China is a world leader in using renewable energy resources, with installed capacity of hydropower, wind power, photovoltaic (光伏) power and other non-fossil energy
He also underlined continuous improvements in China's ecological environment. In 2021,
So far, China
5 . If you are looking for culturally and globally unique experiences, here are four fascinating festivals that you can try from different corners of the world.
Holi Festival in India
Holi Festival in India is a colorful celebration of the arrival of spring. This festival, which falls in February or March, is celebrated with much enthusiasm and excitement all across the country. During Holi, people smear(涂抹) each other’s faces with brightly colored powders and spray colored water using water guns called pichkaris.
Carnival of Venice in Italy
This is a festival when you can see the streets of Venice flooded with colorful masks and carefully prepared costumes. Participants engage in a series of events ranging from parades and costume contests to masquerade balls(化装舞会). There is a popular event at the carnival, in which a girl in a traditional costume descends a rope from a tower to the square below.
Carnaval de Oruro in Bolivia
This carnival is a visual performance that takes place every year. The carnival features colorful and intricate(复杂精细的) costumes worn by tens of thousands of dancers and musicians who parade through the streets of Oruro over several days. The carnival is devoted to the Virgin of Candelaria, resulting in a fascinating and unique display of cultural heritage and artistic expression.
Day of the Dead in Guatemala
The Day of the Dead is a gift to the loved ones who are dead. The festival is a mixture of traditional Mayan culture and Catholic traditions. It takes place on November 1st and involves flowers, candles, and food offerings for the loved ones who are dead.
1. What is special about the Holi Festival in India?| A．Costume contests and masquerade balls. |
| B．Brightly colored powders on people’s faces. |
| C．Colorful and intricate costumes of dancers. |
| D．Beautiful flowers and good food offerings. |
| A．They are celebrated for the rich. |
| B．They just cost a little money. |
| C．They feature carefully prepared costumes. |
| D．They are in memory of famous musicians. |
| A．It is a weekly celebrated festival. |
| B．It is an event with some parades. |
| C．It is a mixture of six different traditions. |
| D．It is a festival for the dead people love. |
6 . One morning soon, you’ll get on your bike and ride from one end of America to the other, because the Great American Rail-Trail is 53% complete, making a cross-country bike ride closer to a reality.
The idea of a bike trail made up of scenic paths, trails and former rail lines from Washington D. C. to Washington State has been 30 years in the making. Now, with more than 50% of the trail up and running, the project, run by the Rails to Trails in cooperation with local authorities, is gaining steam, with hundreds of miles of trails in development now.
Last August, Ryan Gardill and a colleague biked 350 miles from Pittsburgh to Washington D. C.. Their travels took them through some beautiful and historical parts of the American East.“The trail connected me to our revolutionary and industrial history. Though not entirely complete, the rail trail has drawn people of all types due to its beautiful scenery along the way. Most of the towns on the trail were once important to America.”
The major goal of the trail is to provide the American public with the opportunity to explore their beautiful country, without getting in their cars. A secondary objective is to make the small towns and cities prosperous(繁荣的) again, according to National Geographic.
One of these is Muncie, Indiana, a city located on a former rail system and a part of the Great American Rail-Trail. The city is already seeing the economic benefits of the trail. “A large majority of our customers are locals, but the Rail-Trail could help grow tourism,” said Jason Allardt, owner of the historic Kirk’s Bike Shop.
This is the hope for numerous once-prosperous towns and cities all throughout America, though it may take nearly 20 years to get the entire trail up and running.
1. What can we know about the Great American Rail-Trail?| A．It’s fit for trains. | B．It’s been finished already. |
| C．It’s a long and complex project. | D．It’s run by the American government. |
| A．It’s a bike trail with good scenery. | B．It’s a rail line across the country. |
| C．It offers adventurous paths. | D．Its construction lasts 30 years. |
| A．They mainly lie in the mountains. |
| B．They have been popular tourist destinations. |
| C．They’re no longer prosperous towns or cities in America. |
| D．They are the main towns and cities along the U. S. railway. |
| A．It recovers its rail system. | B．It has made it a popular city. |
| C．It brings many bike shops. | D．It stimulates the local economy. |
7 . Argentinians aren’t known for helping strangers, but young people are leading the way in tough times.
There are thousands of people living on the streets across the capital, and 43% of the country’s population lives in poverty. It’s a reflection of the terrible economic crisis and sky- high inflation (通货膨胀) that’s enveloping the country. Some 600 volunteers are working to fill the void(空白) where government services and the labor market are falling short. These volunteers may not be well off, but they offer whatever they can to lift their neighbors up: a hand, a meal, or simply some of their time.
Generosity of time and affection is generally reserved for family and close friends in Argentina. But there are significant increases in volunteering in times of the greatest crisis.
Study found a correlation between volunteering and general satisfaction. Some 23% of respondents who said they volunteered last year indicated Argentina as the best place for them to live, compared to only 14% of non-volunteers.
Carmela Pavesi, an organizer in her mid-20s said, “You don’t need a lot of money or a lot of things,” she said. “With the people you have nearby, wherever you are, you can do something with what you have.”
“Today there are more people living on the streets, more people in need, more people begging for money or help,” said Eduardo Donza, a researcher with the Social Debt Observatory at the Universidad Católica de Argentina. “If we don’t generate more wealth, if we can’t create more good jobs, we’re never going to come out of this.”
The crisis itself pushes people together, uniting in empathy (共鸣). “Volunteering can’t solve these wider issues on its own. But it seems to me like solidarity has increased. That willingness to help matters,” he added.
1. What do we know about the Argentinians mentioned in paragraph 2?| A．They are unwilling to help the poor. | B．They are applying to be volunteers. |
| C．They are going through hardships. | D．They are leaving their hometown. |
| A．It mainly involves the students. | B．It brings about life satisfaction. |
| C．It makes people wealthier. | D．It costs a great deal. |
| A．Inflation. | B．Satisfaction. |
| C．Wealth. | D．Unity. |
| A．Helping neighbors in hard times | B．Getting rid of poverty together |
| C．Showing sympathy for the poor | D．No longer living on the streets |
8 . Getting motivated when you don't feel like working out is so much easier when you have a workout partner!
If you are doubting your discipline or feel like your motivation ebbs and flows(起伏), then a workout partner can make all the difference! For both of you!
With A Workout Partner, You Show Up
You set time to meet and exercise about an hour, and you are getting dressed and planning to head out soon. When you are alone, so many things can get in the way and seem more important: the laundry, the kid's needs, fixing dinner, petting the dog...
You’ll Work Harder With A Partner
You and your workout partner will have a workout plan, and you'll know what is expected for the day.
A Workout Partner Keeps You Focused
Your focus on the exercise at hand is multiplied when you have a workout partner. There is a purpose for your meeting, and it becomes clear how to make the goal a reality with consistent work. The hard work seems worth it when you have a partner who is working towards the same goal.
| A．If you have ever done, you know what I mean. |
| B．Before you know it, your planned exercise time is gone. |
| C．As a workout partner, you are a motivator and a voice of reason. |
| D．Your partner will remind you of the potential mistakes you may make. |
| E．With a workout partner, you learn how to achieve the desired results. |
| F．So it makes you more focused, knowing your time together is limited. |
| G．Your partner will push and motivate you because he or she expects the same from you! |
9 . Scientists recently conducted a study that involved giving pet parrots (鹦鹉) a tablet. They could use the tablets to make video calls to other parrots. It turned out that the birds showed signs of feeling less isolated (孤独的). They also began to engage in more social behaviors, including cleaning their feathers, as well as singing and playing.
Ilyena Hirskyj-Douglas, a co-author of the study, works at the University of Glasgow, Scotland. She said that video calls had helped many people feel less isolated. “There are 20 million parrots living in people’s homes in the U. S., and we wanted to explore whether those birds might benefit from video calling, too,” Hirskyj-Douglas saíd. “If we gave them the opportunity to call other parrots, would they choose to do so, and would the experience benefit the parrots?”
In order for the parrots to use their tablets, the birds first had to learn to ring a bell. They could then touch a photo of another bird on the screen to call that bird. The birds were also given a choice of which “friend” to call. In total the birds made 147 deliberate calls to each other during the study. Scientists took detailed notes on the birds’ behavior and later reviewed the video footage (片段).
Their analysis suggested that there were, indeed, benefits for the birds. In the wild, many parrots live in large groups. As pets, they tend to be kept alone or in a small group. Isolation and boredom can cause birds to develop psychological problems. These are problems related to the mind and behavior. These problems can look like rocking, pacing back and forth, or self-harming behaviors such as feather-plucking.
Rébecca Kleinberger, who works at Northeastern University in Massachusetts, also helped with the study. She said video calling could reproduce some of the social benefits of living in a larger group.
1. Why did scientists conduct the research?| A．To see if parrots can use tablets. |
| B．To see if video calls benefit parrots. |
| C．To evaluate the mental health of parrots. |
| D．To study the living conditions of parrots. |
| A．Its process. | B．Its findings. | C．Its application. | D．Its influences. |
| A．It helps with their reproduction. | B．It contributes to their misbehavior. |
| C．It improves their physical health. | D．It widens their social circle. |
| A．Parrots living in the wild tend to be socially active. |
| B．Parrots living alone may develop mental problems. |
| C．Parrots taught to make video calls become less lonely. |
| D．Parrots learn to behave properly by calling each other. |
10 . The first time we met Paul Botoman, he was in the middle of a repair. When he saw us, he just gave a silent head nod from afar. This was the man they called “The Borehole (钻孔，井眼) Doctor.” He was thin and
He grew up in a community where dirty water was a thing of the
One day, Paul received the word that a borehole had broken down, he
He
As the villagers
| A．easygoing | B．flexible | C．quiet | D．dull |
| A．leader | B．hero | C．doctor | D．worker |
| A．present | B．future | C．reality | D．past |
| A．home | B．state | C．city | D．village |
| A．changed | B．created | C．damaged | D．kept |
| A．dirty | B．clean | C．little | D．enough |
| A．signed up | B．rose up | C．turned up | D．put up |
| A．managed | B．arranged | C．dropped | D．started |
| A．allowed | B．followed | C．accompanied | D．drove |
| A．greeted | B．honored | C．invited | D．believed |
| A．determination | B．kindness | C．consideration | D．reputation |
| A．fix | B．move | C．build | D．examine |
| A．took over | B．took out | C．took apart | D．took up |
| A．villagers | B．assistants | C．advisors | D．witnesses |
| A．rebuild | B．restart | C．remove | D．replace |
| A．found | B．held | C．laid | D．made |
| A．hardly | B．unexpectedly | C．instantly | D．lightly |
| A．sighed | B．cheered | C．whispered | D．sobbed |
| A．covered | B．locked | C．closed | D．wiped |
| A．nod | B．hug | C．wave | D．word |
