1 . Vehicles on our roads are now mostly petrol and diesel (柴油) cars, but their days cannot continue for much longer. A recent university study found that current electric cars could be used for 87 percent of daily car journeys in the US. That figure could rise to 98 percent by 2020.
One hurdle to the widespread adoption of electric cars has been “range anxiety” — drivers concerns about running out of electricity on a journey. While petrol stations are conveniently located across national road systems, the necessary network of electric charging stations is still being developed. That said, charging points are becoming increasingly common throughout the USA.
Attitudes towards electric vehicles have changed greatly over the last few years. Not that long ago, electric cars were met with distrust, and their high prices drove customers away. Thanks to improvements in battery capacity, recharging times, performance and price, the current generation of electric cars are starting to persuade picky consumers. Plug-in cars will soon give internal combustion engine (内燃机) models a run for their money.
As well as development on the road, electric vehicles are taking to the seas and skies. Electric boats are among the oldest methods of electric travel, having enjoyed several decades of popularity from the late 19th to the early 20th century before petrol-powered outboard motors took over. Now, the global drive for renewable energy sources is bringing electric boats back. Steps towards electric air travel are also being made, with Airbus and NASA among the organizations developing and testing battery-powered planes. The experiments could soon make commercial electric flight a reality.
Electric vehicles do not produce any emissions (排放). If the US could replace 87 percent of its cars with electric vehicles, it would reduce the national demand for petrol by 61 percent. However, because of the production processes and the generation of electricity required to charge these vehicles, they cannot claim (声称) to be completely emission-free. That said, as many countries continue to increase their use of renewable energy sources, electric vehicles will become even cleaner.
1. The underlined word “hurdle” in Paragraph 2 probably means________.A.aim | B.difficulty | C.result | D.step |
A.They were very poorly made. | B.They were not widely promoted. |
C.They were expensive. | D.They couldn’t travel at a high speed. |
A.To introduce the history of electric travel. |
B.To explain why the world needs more electric cars. |
C.To show why more people have interest in electric cars. |
D.To describe different ways electric vehicles can be used. |
A.Driving into a Cleaner Future | B.History of Electric Cars |
C.Problems with Petrol and Diesel Cars | D.Best Means of Transportation |
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3 . How to prepare for an exam is a big question that you always ask yourself. Here are some tips that may help you.
Never fear or hate exam and be confident.
Some students study well but still may be much afraid of exams and due to this reason they get upset and won’t be able to get marks.
Prepare a good timetable.
Prepare a timetable before starting the study.
Select a proper atmosphere for studying.
Studying atmosphere plays a very important role.
Make notes while studying.
This is a very important point. While studying, make small notes. The note should be short and clear to make the review easier.
On the night before exam you have to sleep well, at least 6 hours and not more than 8 hours. Remember this will have a great effect on your exam. And have your food as in your daily diet.
A.Sleep well and eat well. |
B.So try to present answers in points. |
C.This should include all the subjects. |
D.Can anyone study well while others around are watching TV? |
E.A good note shall include the most important points. |
F.This will be of great use to your coming exams. |
G.So leave all your fears and free your mind before starting the study. |
5 . Thousands of people online are involved in efforts to help an 8-year-old, cancer-stricken (患癌症的) boy from the United States to realize his dream. Dorian Murray of Westerly, Rhode Island, has been receiving
Dorian has been
Dorian then told his father that before going to heaven, he wanted to be
Some responded with
Dorian’s mother wrote that she was
A.responses | B.letters | C.gifts | D.invitations |
A.avoiding | B.attacking | C.treating | D.fighting |
A.When | B.Although | C.Once | D.Since |
A.painful | B.disappointing | C.perfect | D.simple |
A.climbed | B.risen | C.spread | D.rushed |
A.receive | B.change | C.stop | D.check |
A.excellent | B.successful | C.brave | D.famous |
A.conversation | B.relationship | C.quarrel | D.difference |
A.questioned | B.shared | C.copied | D.enjoyed |
A.books | B.notes | C.photos | D.newspapers |
A.happiness | B.kindness | C.encouragement | D.agreement |
A.finish | B.leave | C.return | D.recover |
A.amazed | B.upset | C.confused | D.speechless |
A.performance | B.disease | C.imagination | D.request |
A.satisfied with | B.proud of | C.interested in | D.confident about |
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1. Which one can collect information about someone’s favourite bands?A.Rave-on! | B.Archived Images. |
C.Show-in-a-day! | D.Rhythm-studio. |
A.Rhythm-studio offers free gifts from musicians. |
B.Rhythm-studio has experts to teach face to face. |
C.Rhythm-studio gets family members to enjoy the shows. |
D.Rhythm-studio allows people to bring videos home. |
A.In a report. | B.In a travel brochure. |
C.In a newspaper. | D.In a science magazine. |
7 . Taking good notes is a time-saving skill that will help you to become a better student in several ways.
You will want to take notes during classroom discussions and while reading a textbook or doing research for a report.
● Read the text quickly to find the main facts and ideas in it.
●Carefully read the text and watch for words that can show main points and supporting facts.
● Write your notes in your own words.
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● Note any questions or ideas you may have about what was said or written.
As you take notes, you may want to use your own shorthand (速记). When you do, be sure that you understand your symbols and that you use them all the time.
A.First, the simple act of writing something down makes it easier for you to understand and remember it. |
B.There are three practical note-taking methods. |
C.You must write your notes on separate paper. |
D.Otherwise, you may not be able to read your notes later. |
E.You will also want to develop your own method for taking notes. |
F.That means you must first decide what is important enough to include in your notes. |
G.Use words, not complete sentences. |
8 . Sharon, Aged 22
The most important thing to keep in mind when going into high school is to be yourself. Besides, I don’t know what your middle school was like, but high school teachers will not care about things such as how much homework you already have in one night. It’s best to just learn to deal with things and manage your time wisely so you can achieve everything you need.
Frank, Aged 21
I think almost every kid feels both nervous and excited before their first day. You will probably love it. I know I did. You should join in some sports or activities that will make your high school experience more enjoyable. Good luck!
Eddie, Aged 20
When I started high school I was really nervous too, especially since I had been home-schooled all through middle school and didn’t really know anyone, I suppose the best advice would be to just relax. The first couple of days can be a little bit hard, but things will become easier after you know it.
David, Aged 19
I’m not going to lie. The first day is kind of frightening. But you’ll get used to it. Don’t be afraid of anyone; upperclassmen will pick on you more if you let them know you’re afraid. Just take it easy. Making some friends and staying with them will greatly help you get used to high school quickly. After the first week it’s really not bad at all. Don’t worry.
1. What can we infer from Sharon about high school?A.Teachers are quite strict. |
B.Students often stay up at night. |
C.Teachers provide little care for students. |
D.Students should make good use of their time. |
A.Excited | B.Bored. | C.Worried. | D.Relaxed. |
A.Frank. | B.David. | C.Sharon. | D.Eddie. |
1. 多跟同学交流沟通;
2. 积极参加学校活动;
3. 向老师寻求帮助。
注意:1. 词数不少于90;
2. 可适当增加细节, 以使行文连贯;
3. 开头和结尾已给出, 不计入总词数。
1. 大赛的目的和意义;
2. 时间和地点(校礼堂);
3. 欢迎国外交换生报名参加。
注意:
1. 词数100左右。
2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
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