1 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。

In the past year, I had an unforgettable experience of learning tai chi. Honestly speaking, I admitted that I     1     (feel) hesitant at first but with time passing by, it really had a huge effect on me     2     (physical) and mentally. Not only were I deeply impressed by the moves that caught my imagination, such as “white crane spreading its wings” and “golden rooster standing on one leg”, but also I     3     (inspire) to explore Chinese culture.

It is all about keeping a balance between yin and yang,     4     are believed to form the unity of opposites. The practice of taichi aims     5     (maintain) the balance of our body through opposite     6     (movement): up and down, left and right, forwards and backwards, breathing in and breathing out. By performing the routine, tai chi eventually brings     7     a state of physical and mental peace. No wonder it is a best way to relax your mind and body.

I also experienced a short period of tiredness and boredom. Thanks to the patient guidance of professional coach, I gradually found to my     8     (satisfy) that I could focus on peace of mind and sleep better,     9     (enable) me to stay cool under pressure. I am sure I will continue to practice tai chi and enjoy     10     benefits it has brought me.

2 . 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容或括号内所给词的恰当形式填空。
Hi Kelsey,

Happy 18th birthday! You’ve officially reach     1     (adult) in a lot of ways, even though I know you’re already mature beyond your years.

Many bittersweet events will happen in the next ten years. There will be highs. Stick to     2     (cherish) every single second. There will also be lows, and you may feel     3     (dishearten). But you’ll surely be committed to     4     (make) it through, and    5     (gradual) you’ll get stronger than before.

The world will always throw new challenges at you.     6     a consequence, your strength will be tested again and again. Looking back to what has happened over the last decade, I feel proud of how far you’ve come. Approve     7     everything that contributes to your     8     (become) fearless and independent.

As you become an adult, jump at every opportunity     9    comes your way. Celebrate every chance you get. No doubt you’ll always ponder     10    it and make the right decision.

Happy birthday, Kelsey! See you in ten years.

28-­year-­old Kelsey

3 . This is because the word that correspond ______ “umbrella” in Chinese sounds like another Chinese word which means “to separate”. (用适当的词填空)

4 . Besides, finishing the hard race will help us obtain self­-confidence and ________ (motivate), which are essential qualities in our future success. (所给词的适当形式填空)

5 . When you’re riding on trains, you won’t be provided with a blanket _________ free, even if your trip is an overnight one. (用适当的词填空)

6 . Celebrity culture, image ________ (consume), the new relation to objects and popularity of culture have motivated young Chinese designers to create a brave new world over the past decade. (所给词的适当形式填空)

7 . Assess its ________________ (strengthen) and weakness. Raise objections (异议) and listen carefully to their replies. This method will require effort, but practice will make you better at it. (所给词的适当形式填空)

8 . She would have struggled with extreme pain to make ________ to that aid checkpoint without Bailey’s help. (用适当的词填空)

9 . When he got older, John started to wonder ________ this process could be used to clean up the messes people were making. (用适当的词填空)

10 . People who want to go on holiday will have the opportunity to take a virtual tour of several destinations before deciding where to go. In both of these cases, this technology will help people make more ________ (inform) choices. (所给词的适当形式填空)