1 . 用所给短语的恰当形式填入下列句子，使其意义完整。有两个短语多余。

belong to       in particular       compare with       turn down     in conflict with       in turn       be fond of

1. The dogs serve to protect humans against pumas, which _______________ presents pumas from being hunted by humans.
2. She can’t remember how many times she _______________ before getting her first job as a salesgirl.
3. _______________ Susan’s English, yours is better, so you should be confident about yourself.
4. My sister loves the song _______________, because my mother used to sing it to her.
5. As is known to us, China is a country _______________ developing country.

2 . 用所给单词的恰当形式填空。每个单词使用一次，每空填入一个单词。

dominant       maximum       expansion       release       policy resolve       trend       undergo       decline       investment

The fast shift toward clean energy technologies means global greenhouse gas emissions may fall in 2024. Recent analysis from the International Energy Agency (IEA), based on the public     1     of governments, suggests emissions may in fact have peaked last year. The finding is supported by analysis from Climate Analytics, which found a 70% chance of emissions falling from 2024 if the current growing     2     in clean technologies continues.

A growing number of major economies have already passed their period of    3     emissions, including the United States, the European Union, the United Kingdom and Japan. Compared with them, China now is the most     4    in emitting greenhouse gases, contributing 31% of the global total last year. But explosive growth in clean energy    5    means China’s emissions are set not only to fall in 2024, but to go into structural    6    . What’s more, China is currently    7     a boom in clean energy production and a historic growth of renewable energy — especially solar. Similarly,     8     is expected for batteries and electric vehicles.

A peak in global emissions is cause for optimism — but it is far from     9     the problem. More greenhouse gases will still be    10     in the atmosphere and drive severe warming, until we bring the emissions as close to zero as possible.

3 . 用所给短语的恰当形式填入下列句子，使其意义完整。有两个短语多余。

break down             contrary to             break out             consist of in other words             regardless of             in turn

1. According to the research, the bacteria help __________ organic waste effectively.
2. In his speech, the professor warned us that the whole world would suffer when the war __________.
3. The team __________ 12 doctors and 30 nurses will be soon sent to the disaster-hit area.
4. People are influenced by their environment and __________, influence their environment.
5. The scholarship will be awarded to excellent students __________ their backgrounds.

4 . 用所给单词的恰当形式填空。每个单词使用一次；每空填入一个单词。

exposure anticipate witness ultimately multiple accurate conventional appeal stable transform

Recent years have     1     remarkable progress in the development of digital devices in China. As a significant innovation, the “Smart Watch” has     2     the way we access information.

In comparison to     3    watches, smart watches are capable of performing     4     functions, including receiving phone calls, emails, and social media messages. Additionally, they provide a means to monitor people’s health condition, which highly     5     to the elderly. With a smart watch, people can easily track their heart rate, record their sleeping patterns and more. Despite its convenience, some people are concerned about constant     6     to radiation from the watch. Furthermore, some customers have reported that the data recorded may not always be as     7     as they are expected.

However, as experts     8    , the functions of digital watches will continue to improve, becoming more     9    , and user-friendly. This will     10     enable people to lead a healthier and more connected life.

5 . 用所给短语的恰当形式填入下列句子，使其意义完整。有两个短语多余。

break out; be engaged in; be fond of; appeal to; break down; be worthy of; consist of

1. Open conversations helped to   ________________ the barrier between the two groups.
2. Dr. Yuan Longping   _____________ developing super hybrid rice throughout his life.
3. A balanced diet   __________________ a variety of foods with different nutrients.
4. Dark clouds were gathering in the skies over Europe. War was soon to   ____________.
5. The fantastic view from the top of the mountain is sure to ____________ everyone.

6 . 用所给短语的恰当形式填入下列句子，使其意义完整，有两个短语多余。

subscribe to	be comprised of	break out	break down
devote oneself to	straighten up	thanks to

1. It is a fact that ______ your job can guarantee your success in the future.
2. If the journalist carries on working like this, he’ll ______ sooner or later.
3. Our class ______ six groups and each group will discuss some difficult problems after class.
4. ______ his help, my speech was so successful that everyone cheered for me.
5. Each of the scientists ______ the view that the increase in the earth’s temperature is due to the burning of fossil fuels.

7 . 根据句意选择适当的短语，并用其适当形式填空。

in additional to; now and then; come up with; concentrate on; in ruins; come along; other than

1. Teachers found it hard for Tony to ________ his studies and worried about it.
2. When she arrived in New York, she refused to meet with anyone ________ her best friend, Lily.
3. She’s just wandering about until the right job ________.
4. This section of road is so narrow that there are bound to be traffic jams ________.
5. When they returned to the city, they found their neighborhood ________.

9 . 用所给短语的恰当形式填入下列句子，使其意义完整。有两个短语多余。

above all       in other words       live off       take up a position have a good command of       appeal to       be comprised of

1. Teachers can know what’s going on in the minds of students through their body language.________________, body language can reveal student’s thought.
2. It is your________________both spoken and written English that makes you capable of doing this job.
3. That festival, aimed at promoting cultural exchanges, ________________ people from different countries.
4. Since the war broke out, people here have been ________________compressed biscuits and other instant food.
5. To ________________ in the academic institute, you’ll have to obtain your PHD degree within a month.

10 . 用所给单词的恰当形式填空。每个单词使用一次，每空填入一个单词。

statistic       approve       oppose       proof       ultimately conclusion       relevant       defend       structure        expand

Skills for writing a good argumentative essay

As a high school student, you’re definitely struggling for writing a great argumentative essay now. Here are some tips for help.

First, be sure of your argument. What are you trying to demonstrate,     1     or disagreement about the topic? Select the one you are able to     2     and support later in the essay. Second, provide enough     3     of your argument, which can be facts,     4    , research findings or even personal experiences, and should be reliable, sufficient and closely     5     to what you’re arguing. It is also essential to consider and analyze the reasons from the     6     side in order to better     7     you points.     8    , your essay should be written with a clear and appropriate     9     including an introduction, a body, and a conclusion, and accurate and persuasive language.

In     10    , writing argumentative essays requires skills and practices. By following above tips, hope you can write a convincing argumentative essay.