1 . 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

Several years ago, I worked as a writing teacher in a rural middle school. I knew all my students. They trusted me with their stories and so I was given the privilege of having a secret bond with each one of them. I taught my students about the power of words, and tried to let them find expression through writing. We learned to trust each other, because we learned how hard it was to write openly and honestly, and we learned sharing your words took courage. I was always amazed at the words that came from my students’ hearts.

Later, we had a new student to the school, Al. Al was small and looked younger than other students in my class. He was with us for only a short while and still trying to fit in. So I was a little surprised when he volunteered to read. I smiled and nodded for him to do, while in my mind I was afraid that the others would make fun of the new kid after he read. The room fell silent, and Al began to read.

“If I had one wish, it would be to meet my dad...” He started out loud and clear.

He had held the attention of my usually restless students for what seemed like 15 minutes. He told of how he had never known his father, who had left the family when he was a baby. He shared the intimate details of his struggles to be the only man in the house at such a young age, of having to mow the lawn and fix broken pipes. He revealed to us the thoughts that went through his mind constantly about where his father might be and why he might have left.

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I looked around the classroom, finding no snickers (窃笑).
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When Al finished the last sentence, all the class stood up and applauded.
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2 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Between 2016 and 2019, the 58-year-old Swiss artist Catherine Gfeller embarked on a journey to     1    number of Chinese cities, focusing her lens on women. This led to a solo exhibition in Beijing, which displays some of the 30 results,    2     (include) photographs, texts, and videos. Through her lens, Gfeller     3     (skillful)establishes a dialogue and builds a bridge between the narratives of the women and the vibrancy(活力) of the cities in which they live.

Gfeller’s focus is on the intersection between Chinese women and the big cities they inhabit. In each city, she     4     (meet) around 10 women of various professional backgrounds to talk     5    depth before taking photos and filming them. Each took her to places where they have childhood memories, or       6     their present life takes them every day. This personal link created a special atmosphere. With her camera, she tried to capture     7    (they)thoughts, feelings, memories, desires, living presences and fantasies.

In her photos and videos, viewers often encounter women gazing thoughtfully at the city,         8     (shoot) from behind. “I want their stories     9     (interpret)in a poetic, sensory manner in a play of fixed images and images in movement, urban noise, natural sounds, voices and the combination of words and silence. I’m trying to find beauty and transform anonymity and loneliness into something     10     (joy).” she says.

3 . One day, I had a serious quarrel with my father. I felt he was always trying to _________ me and I wanted to break free. After we exploded in _________, I stormed out of the house and went back to school.

All that day, my mind was racing with _________ thoughts. After all, he hadn’t even finished high school, but here I was a mighty college student! How dare he try to _________me on my life and plans?

Suddenly, I realized that I didn’t do the assignment that was _________: a thought card. Dr. Simon always _________ us to think deeply by raising all kinds of questions about social issues, political issues, personal issues etc. _________, for something to write, I could only think of the _________ I’d just had with my dad.

“I am the son of an idiot!” I wrote and then _________. The next day, Dr. Simon gave back our cards. He put mine on the desk face down. I picked it up, almost unable to turn it ____________. On the card, he wrote, “What does “the son of an idiot” ____________ with the rest of his life?”

I felt like someone had ____________ me in the face. Again and again, my parents didn’t ____________ me and I blamed them for this or that, but how long could I get away with blaming them for my life?

Slowly, my thinking ____________ and my relationship with my father improved. Instead of controlling, now I saw him as concerned and caring. And it all started with an innocent- seeming ____________

1.

A．prevent

B．trouble

C．criticize

D．control

2.

A．details

B．shouts

C．tears

D．flames

3.

A．deep

B．stupid

C．angry

D．strange

4.

A．lecture

B．overcome

C．suspect

D．compete

5.

A．near

B．prior

C．close

D．due

6.

A．forced

B．challenged

C．confused

D．appealed

7.

A．Empty

B．Desperate

C．Absent

D．Curious

8.

A．fight

B．matter

C．lesson

D．fact

9.

A．put   away

B．calmed down

C．signed up

D．handed in

10.

A．down

B．up

C．over

D．around

11.

A．do

B．agree

C．deal

D．leave

12.

A．joked

B．struck

C．looked

D．ignored

13.

A．please

B．educate

C．praise

D．pardon

14.

A．cleared

B．struggled

C．shifted

D．abandoned

15.

A．quarrel

B．teacher

C．reply

D．question

4 . It’s been estimated that people touch their cell phones hundreds of times every day. That means plenty of opportunities for germs to move from our fingers to our phones.

    1     But a recent study found more than 17,000 bacterial gene copies on the phones of high school students.

One of the worst places to use cell phones is in the bathroom.     2     Studies   have   found that our mobile phones are much dirtier than toilet seats. Just as an expert puts it, taking a phone into the bathroom and then leaving with it is kind of like going in, not washing your hands and then coming back out.

While many of us wash our hands regularly after going to the bathroom, we seldom consider washing our hands after touching our phones.     3    

You can use alcohol-based wipes or sprays to clean your phone regularly. They need to contain at least 70% alcohol to disinfect phone casings and touch screens.     4     Remember to sanitize (消毒) your phone charger occasionally when you are cleaning your phone. And wash your hands thoroughly after you’ve finished cleaning.

    5     Get in the habit of putting your phone away when it’s not in use, then cleaning your hands. When not at home, keep your phone in your pocket or bag. Use a disposable paper list of to-do items, rather than constantly consulting your phone.

Do not share your phone with others if you have not first sanitized it. If children are allowed to play with your phone, sanitize it as soon as possible afterward.

A．Do it every day if possible.

B．How you handle your phone will also be critical.

C．So it’s clear that you keep away from your phone.9125

D．When toilets flush, they spread germs everywhere.

E．The more germs they collect, the more germs you touch.

F．Research has varied on how many germs are on an average phone.

G．Fortunately, there are easy ways to avoid your phone collecting germs.

5 . During my final year of college, I made two signs that read, “Feeling stressed about exams? Have a free hug!” Then I found a friend and we stood in the campus, held up the signs, and waited. Passersby either quickly looked down at their phones and awkwardly walked by, or their faces lit up as they embraced us. Most people were enthusiastic. Some exclaimed, “You made my day!” or “Thank you. I needed this.”

A study published earlier suggests that, in addition to making us feel connected with others, all those hugs may have prevented us from getting sick. At first, this finding seems incredible, because hugging hundreds of strangers would increase your exposure to germs and therefore the likelihood of falling ill. But the new research adds to evidence for the positive influence of social support on health.

The researchers conducted an interview to find out how often participants experienced conflict with others and how often they received hugs. Then they infected the participants with a common cold virus and, later the researchers found that, regardless of how much conflict they endured, participants with a strong sense of social support developed less severe cold symptoms. Likewise, the more often people hugged, the less likely they were to get sick, even among individuals who frequently had tense interactions. In other words, both social support and hugging prevented against illness.

But their impact is more than a runny nose. On the extreme end, social connectedness seems to play a role in preventing against death. According to a research that examined over 300,000 people around the world, low levels of social support can increase the risk for premature death more than commonly known factors like smoking or alcohol consumption. No surprise that the World Health Organization identifies social networks as a primary determinant of health.

Evidently, just as we prioritize exercise and nutrition, we ought to prioritize quality time with loved ones; just as we avoid unhealthy habits like smoking, we should make effort to avoid isolation and social exclusion. And even if you don’t want to hug hundreds of strangers, don’t underestimate the healing power of touch.

1. What is the function of Paragraph 1?

A．To introduce the topic.	B．To amuse the readers.
C．To explain a viewpoint.	D．To quote an instance.

2. What is a common misunderstanding of hugging strangers?

A．It helps to relieve social stress.	B．It increases the risk of getting ill.
C．It prevents against social exclusion.	D．It promotes the feeling of closeness.

3. What does the underlined phrase “a runny nose” refer to in paragraph 4?

A．Death.

B．A virus.

C．A hug.

D．A cold.

4. What does the author suggest in the last paragraph?

A．Getting socialized.	B．Doing more exercise.
C．Giving up smoking.	D．Valuing your time.

6 . On August 15,a team of researchers and conservationists set off on a two-year voyage from Plymouth, England,on board the Dutch tall ship Oosterschelde. They will sail more than 46,000 miles(74,000 kilometers)and drop anchor in 32 different ports across four continents,before ending their journey in Falmouth,U.K.

The expedition, named Darwin200,comes more than 190 years after Charles Darwin sailed the globe collecting specimens and shaping ideas of his theory of evolution. The team will closely follow Darwin’s original voyage aboard the HMS Beagle, which set off on Dec.27,1831,and returned to England on Oct.2,1836.

Darwin was 22 years old when he joined the expedition with the intention of seeing the world before joining the church. But during the trip, Darwin became fascinated by the wide range of different species he encountered, which eventually led to him creating his theory of evolution by natural selection. Darwin’s account of the journey, published after his return, also helped him establish his reputation as one of Victorian Britain’s academic elite.

The main aim of the new expedition is to train and inspire 200 young environmentalists, between 18 and 25 years old, who will each spend a week on board the Oosterschelde studying threatened species that Darwin encountered on his voyage.

“We wanted to create a similarly transformative experience(for the young naturalists),”Stewart MePherson, mission director of Darwin200,said in a statement. They have” the potential to be the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics)and conservation leaders of tomorrow,” he added.

Every week, the team will broadcast interactive “nature hour” sessions live from the ship for people across the world. They will also collect important data on ocean plastics and coral reef health,as well as survey seabirds, whales and dolphins.

1. What can we learn about Darwin200 from the first two paragraphs?

A．It takes along 200 naturalists.	B．It takes a shortcut for the journey.
C．It is to mark Darwin’s Beagle voyage.	D．It lasts longer than Darwin’s voyage.

2. How did Darwin’s voyage affect him?

A．It established his writing style.	B．He gained a sense of adventure.
C．He earned great fame and fortune	D．It changed the direction of his life.

3. What is Stewart McPherson’s wish for the young naturalists?

A．To be more creative.	B．To keep an open mind.
C．To develop scientific skills.	D．To challenge Darwin’s theory.

4. What does the team’s research work focus on?

A．Ocean conservation.	B．The exploration of ocean.
C．The art of navigation.	D．Scientific education.

7 . Hillier Gardens School Holiday Program

The Sir Harold Hillier Gardens are open year-round offering opportunities to view interesting plants and flowers and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Throughout the Easter school holidays, we have various events for children, which are fun and educational and give them interesting ways to interact with nature.

Self-Guided Easter Trail

The Gardens feature a regular trail throughout the year. For the Easter school holidays children will pick up their maps and follow clues left by the Easter Bunny. The family trails are a great way to explore the gardens with a little bit of guidance. Children who finish the trail will also be able to collect a small prize at the end. Trail maps can be picked up from the ticket desk.

Cost: E1.50 per child

All ages

Pond Dipping

The Education Garden ponds at Hillier Gardens are filled with all sorts of interesting creatures you might never think to look at. Keep an eye out for beetles, skimmers and more creatures living in the ponds. All materials are provided and bookings are not required. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Cost: E2 per child

All ages

Outdoor Adventure Holiday Club

The Outdoor Learning Company will be running their popular Outdoor Adventure Holiday Club for four days throughout the Easter break. Children will experience a range of different outdoor skills and activities, including campfire cooking, bush craft tools, and den building. There’s also plenty of time to just enjoy the outdoors running around, tree climbing and exploring. Bookings are essential and can be made on the Outdoor Learning Company website.

Cost: E22

Ages 5-11

Family Bushcraft Cooking

One of the last activities of the holiday period is a campfire cooking session. You’ll make warm fruit puddings and cook other things on the campfire, while also learning essential bushcraft skills for cooking and safe fire handling. The price is for one adult and one child. Tickets can be booked online or by calling 01794369318.

Cost: E12.50

Ages 4-12

1. What good will the holiday events do to children?

A．Enjoying the festive leisure.	B．Improving self-care abilities.
C．Bringing them close to nature.	D．Strengthening the family ties.

2. Which event might be more attractive to the children fond of insects?

A．Pond Dipping.	B．Self-Guided Easter Trail.
C．Family Bushcraft Cooking.	D．Outdoor Adventure Holiday Club.

3. What can children do in the Outdoor Adventure Holiday Club?

A．Have a self-guided walk.	B．Learn outdoor survival skills.
C．Enjoy a family picnic.	D．Take care of small animals.

8 . Even if you haven’t held a conversation with Siri or Alexa, you’ve likely encountered a chatbot online. They often appear in a chat window that pops up with a friendly greeting: Thank you for visiting our site.How can I help you today? Depending on the site, the chatbot is programmed to respond accordingly and even ask follow-up questions.

Chatbots are a form of conversational AI designed to simplify human interaction with computers. They are programmed to simulate human conversation and exhibit intelligent behavior that is equivalent to that of a human.

Chatbots communicate through speech or text. Both rely on artificial intelligence technologies like machine learning and natural language processing (NLP), which is a branch of artificial intelligence that teaches machines to read, analyze and interpret human language. This technology gives chatbots a baseline for understanding language structure and meaning. NLP, in essence, allows the computer to understand what you are asking and how to appropriately respond.

With developments in deep learning and reinforcement learning, chatbots can interpret more complexities in language and improve the dynamic nature of conversation between human and machine. Essentially, a chatbot tries to match what you’ve asked to an intent that it understands. The more a chatbot communicates with you, the more it understands and the more it learns to communicate like you and others with similar questions. Your positive responses reinforce its answers, and then it uses those answers again.

From customer service chatbots online to personal assistants in our homes,chatbots have started to enter our lives. In almost every industry, companies are using chatbots to help customers easily navigate their websites, answer simple questions and direct people to the relevant points of contact. Personal assistants like Siri and Alexa are designed to respond to a wide range of scenarios and queries, from current weather and news updates to personal calendars, music selections and random questions.

1. Why does the author mention Siri and Alexa in Paragraph 1?

A．To explain how a chatbot works.	B．To show where to find a chatbot.
C．To give examples of chatbots.	D．To compare different chatbots.

2. What is the basis of chatbots?

A．Language study.	B．Data transmission.
C．Social interaction.	D．Natural language processing.

3. What does the underlined word “reinforce” in paragraph 4 mean?

A．Inspire.

B．Strengthen.

C．Organize.

D．Match.

4. What is the last paragraph mainly about?

A．The future trend of chatbots.	B．The author’s predictions.
C．The effects of chatbots.	D．The applications of chatbots.

9 . 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

From an early age, Patti Wilson was told that she was an epileptic (癫痫患者). However, she was a lively and enthusiastic girl, looking at her illness as simply “an inconvenience”. She never focused on what she had lost, but on what she had left. One day, Patti said to her father, who was a morning jogger, “Daddy, I’d really love to run with you every day, but I’m afraid I’ll have an epileptic fit.”

Her father told her, “Don’t worry, my girl. I know how to handle it! Let’s start running then!”

It was a wonderful experience for the father and daughter to run together every day. After a few weeks, the ambitious girl told her father, “Daddy, What I’d really love to do is to break the world’s long-distance running record for women.” The father checked the Guinness Book of World Records and found that the farthest any woman had run was 80miles.

That year, she completed her run to San Francisco, which is a distance of 400 miles. She was wearing a T-shirt, reading, “I Love Epileptics”. Her father ran every mile at her side, and her mom, a nurse, followed in a motor home behind them in case anything went wrong. But nothing happened at all while she was running.

As a senior high school student, Patti announced that she was determined to run from her hometown up to the White House, which is a distance of more than 3000 miles away. Her classmates got behind her. They built a giant poster that read, “Run, Patti, Run!” This has since become her motto and the title of a book she later has written.

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

On her second marathon in Portland, she had her foot injured.

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Half a year later, Patti ran in Washington and finally shook the hand of the President.

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10 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Harmony is a core value of China’s Hehe culture, which is    1     (wide) appreciated in modern Chinese society.

The term “Hehe” (和合)     2     (consist) of two Chinese characters that have the same pronunciation but different meanings: the first means harmony, and the second means convergence. In short, Hehe culture involves    3     (seek) common ground while reserving differences, and it means harmonious coexistence and coordinated development. Liuchixiang, a 2-meter-wide alley in Anhui’s Tongcheng City, is a location in China    4    has its own story of harmony.

During the reign of Emperor Kangxi over 300 years ago, high-ranking official ZhangYing received    5    letter from his family in Tongcheng, his hometown. In their letter, they told Zhang that they had quarreled    6    property boundaries with their neighbor, Wu, and asked for help.

Zhang replied to their letter with a poem: “A letter is written, just for a wall.     7    it moves a meter, what harm is done? The Great Wall still stands tall today, yet    8    (go) is its builder, Emperor Qinshihuang.”

Enlightened by his reply, the Zhang family decided    9     (bring) their walls back by approximately one meter. Deeply moved by their generosity, the Wu family also brought their walls back by a meter, and the two households created a 2-meter-wide alley between their homes for passersby.

The alley is now a popular    10     (attract) that is traversed daily by locals.