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Acquiring knowledge is not only a means of understanding the world better, but also a way of     1     (appreciate) how much we don't know. Admitting what we don't know can       2     (perceive) as a chance for us to know the hidden importance. For example, the blank spaces between the objects were of great       3     (important) to the success of the composition.

There are several reasons for us to be lifelong learners.     4     (expose) to many new ideas, beliefs, practices and learning experiences, we should make efforts to adapt     5     (we) to the changing world. New knowledge is constantly being generated,     6     reminds us to revise what we already know and keep pace with the latest developments.

So, how can we proceed? We need to have an open mind and develop critical thinking skills, in order not to follow something     7     (blind). Besides, opportunities for lifelong learning should be taken advantage     8     as well. Finally, it is       9    (sufficient) to simply know something without application and     10       review process.

In conclusion, we should never cease to learn to benefit both human society, and individuals.

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 . 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)

4 . 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)

5 . 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)

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

7 . 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)

8 . 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)

9 . The goal of this book is to make the case for digital minimalism, including a detailed ________________ (explore) of what it asks and why it works, and then to teach you how to adopt this philosophy if you decide it’s right for you. (所给词的适当形式填空)

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Dr. Richard Fairhurst,     1     author of the book The New Age of Invention, is now     2    ( interview) by the reporter from Between the Pages. In Richard’s opinion, there     3    ( be ) golden ages of invention throughout history and he also mentions the four great     4    (invent) in Ancient China and the great ones in the West. But now most of the new great inventions are tech-based, for example, virtual reality and     5    ( wear) tech.     6    addition, important advances in medicine and environmental science have been made thanks to     7    ( increase) computer power. And an intelligent walking house is capable of     8    ( use) GPS technology to travel to different places. The     9    ( impress) stuff makes the interviewer surprised.     10    inspires Richard to invent things is recognising a problem that needs a solution.