1 . Travelling with friends can be an amazing experience where you could make lifelong memories or it could ruin your friendship.     1     Here are some rules you should follow to make sure your next trip with friends goes as smoothly as possible.

    2     Sure, you and your friends probably have some similar interests, but that’s not always the case. In an effort to keep everyone happy, go over travel plans and expectations ahead of time. Have each person categorize activities or sights into “must-see”, “want to see” and “would go if we have time”. Plan accordingly and make sure everyone can see some of their top attractions.

Communicate and respect each other. Everyone has personal preferences when travelling— from getting the bed closest to the bathroom or sitting in the airplane’s window seat. But sometimes things don’t go as you like. In this case, share your requirements directly with your travel companions.     3     Have a conversation when problems arise, for communication is the key.

Don’t disappear. When travelling with a group — or even just one other person — you may want some alone time. That’s completely fine, but make sure your friends know where you are and have a way of contacting you.     4    

Get off your phone. Of course, your friends will understand if you need to take a call from a family member, or in the event of a work emergency, but other than that, try to stay off your phone.     5     After all, the appeal of this type of trip is to spend time with friends. Just enjoy it!

A．Give each other some space.

B．Include at least one activity for everyone.

C．So it’s important to make sure you and your friend(s) are on the same page.

D．At the same time, listen to their concerns and be respectful of them.

E．Don’t respond to less important work contact or send messages frequently.

F．It’s especially true of travelling in foreign countries or unfamiliar places.

G．And remember that consideration and respect go a long way.

2 . As is known to us all, the stories we share with one another are significant, which shows our wisdom, providing our inspiration and attaching importance to our development. But occasionally people choose not to tell.

Consider the negative effects of not sharing a story in the news: People are wondering if public health officials are holding back too much information about the recent outbreak of Ebola.

There is a danger in holding back stories that ought to be told. Bobette Buster said it was like this, “The fact is, history has shown us that stories not told can become like a dangerous genie (妖怪) left in a bottle. When they are finally uncorked, their power to destroy is set free.”

There are a number of reasons why we hide parts of our story: they often show our weaknesses or expose our disadvantages; they require courage and strength to share, and of course, there are some stories that should be kept secret—especially those that embarrass someone else.

Most of us have two selves: the one we display on the outside and the one we actually are on the inside. And the better we get at hiding the stories that show our true selves, the more damage we may be causing to ourselves and to others.

Honesty and openness is important. It proves we are trustworthy. It displays we are human. We are not perfect or better. It highlights the importance of hard work and personal development. Hard work may not allow us to overcome our disadvantages completely. But with hard work, we do not have to be restricted to our mistakes.

Does this mean we admit every weakness, every disadvantage, and every secret regret to everybody we meet? No, of course not. There is a time and a place and a certain level of relationship necessary for some stories to be told in an appropriate manner.

1. What’s the function of the example in Paragraph 2?

A．It reflects that people are concerned about the spread of Ebola.

B．It concludes that one should share a story at a proper time.

C．It shows the bad effect caused by sharing a story.

D．It proves not sharing a story can cause trouble.

2. Which is close in meaning to the underlined word “uncorked” in Paragraph 3?

A．Broken.

B．Unfolded.

C．Untouched.

D．Freed.

3. What is one of the reasons why people are unwilling to share experiences?

A．People sometimes have no courage to share their stories.

B．Story-sharing highlights the importance of hard work.

C．People are used to exposing their weaknesses.

D．Some stories make people feel sad.

4. The writer aims to convince us to ________.

A．share stories appropriately for the good of others and ourselves

B．realize the importance of being honest when making friends

C．remove the dangers that can be caused by untold stories

D．be open to people close to you by sharing some secrets

3 . 假定你是李华，近期你校学生会号召同学们积极践行“日行一善”的活动。请用英语写一篇题为“A Good Deed a Day”的短文，向校英文报投稿介绍此次活动。内容包括：
1.活动目的；
2.活动开展以来校园的变化；
3.个人感受。
注意：1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

A Good Deed a Day

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4 . The days are gone ______ physical strength was all you needed to make a living.

A．when

B．that

C．where

D．which

5 . Being stuck at home doesn’t mean that learning stops. In fact, it's just the opposite. Here are some activities and resources to foster (促进) kids' imagination and build their curiosity at home.

Let's Get down to Science

The science lab at school may be closed, but kids can still put on goggles and a white lab coat and learn at home. This Test Tube Experiment Kit will make them feel like a genius in no time. Kids will get the chance to learn about basic chemistry, physics, and more by creating pop-resistant bubbles, bouncy balls, and other objects.

To Infinity (无穷) and Beyond

Earth is a part of the Milky Way, but do kids know how many galaxies there are in the universe? There are so many fun and fascinating things to learn about space that the possibilities truly go to infinity and beyond. A great way to start your child's educational space adventure is with this Discovery Real Life Sticker and Activity Book: Space.

Take a Walk on the Wild Side

Biology class is in session! Here's kids' chance to get up close and personal with a great white shark without putting on a wetsuit. This 4D Great White Shark Anatomy Kit allows them to get an inside look at what makes these predators of the deep so powerful. And then take an even deeper dive into a shark's world with I'm a Shark.

Let your kid take advantage of this time at home and find new ways to keep exploring the world around him.

1. What is common among these activities above?

A．They are all performed outdoors.

B．They are all associated with physics.

C．They all recommend some resources for kids to study.

D．They are all carried out by the way of experimenting.

2. Which resource favors children interested in stars?

A．The Test Tube Experiment Kit.

B．Discovery Real Life Sticker and Activity Book: Space.

C．The 4D Great White Shark Anatomy Kit.

D．I'm a Shark.

3. What's the shared goal of the activities?

A．To gain financial benefits.	B．To save kids from boredom.
C．To explore new technologies.	D．To inspire kids to study at home.

6 . Do you have the experience of digging out your suitcase, deciding what to bring and being afraid that you’ve forgotten something?     1     Hope they can transform the way you pack.

Keep a Basket Handy

Do you wait until the last minute to pack? Keep a basket in your bedroom, living room, or bath room that you can use to throw in things you need to pack as you come across them.     2     Besides, you can just put the contents of the basket into your suitcase if you are in a hurry to leave for the airport.

Buy Wrinkle-free Clothing

You won’t need to worry about carefully packing your items of clothing if they’re made from wrinkle-free materials.     3     They’ll still look fresh and bright when you are in them at your destination.

Keep Old Packing Lists

Chances are that you end up taking trips that require you to pack similar items. Keep old packing lists from former vacations to the beach, ski resort, and city — that way, you’ll always have a list of at least the basics.     4     So you don’t need to waste your effort to remember where you left your hand-written packing lists.

Schedule a Packing Time

Time can slip away from you before a trip — you may be caught up at work, at home, or be occupied with other responsibilities of daily life.     5     That way, you will not need to do your packing frantically（狂乱地）from the last minute to 1 o'clock on the day you leave.

A．Buy necessary things when you arrive.

B．That’s why I’ve distilled（提炼）the art of packing down to some essential trips.

C．Just roll them up or put them at the bottom of the suitcase.

D．Determine a night well in advance of departure to pack.

E．Rolling your clothes is the best way to save space for the suitcase.

F．The best way to do this is to save them on your computer.

G．This makes you less likely to forget any things.

7 . Compassion and love are concepts that are often thought to be felt by humans only. As the most intelligent creatures to ever walk the earth, we tend to assume that we are the only ones who can feel emotions. We forget that the speechless beings who live here with us—animals—also have the same capability.

During a cold night in Ontario, Canada, a passer-by spotted something on the side of the road that made her stop-a shaking dog curled up in the snow.

When she approached the pet, she discovered that she wasn't alone—she was cuddling five orphaned black kittens to keep them warm.

The dog surely could have found a safer place to stay for the night, but she chose instead to help not just herself but other stray animals as well.

The Good Samaritan called Pet and Wildlife Rescue and an animal control officer picked them up. When they got to the shelter, it was apparent that a close bond had already been formed between the dog and the orphaned kittens. The staff decided to name the kind dog Serenity in honor of her selfless act.

“It's truly heartwarming!” a shelter spokesperson told The Dodo. "It had been a very cold night so these kittens would have had a very hard time surviving.”

Aside from requiring treatment for worm and flea infections, the orphaned kittens are now safe. Just like a proud and doting mother, Serenity insisted on checking on her babies regularly to oversee their progress.

The good news is that the kittens are now living with a foster family who will care for them until they are old enough to be adopted. Serenity, on the other hand, is still looking for a family.

According to the shelter, she loves zooming around in the yard and is big on playing. She is also quite jumpy, so she would do best in a home without small children.

1. What did the passer-by see on the road?

A．A dog curled up in the snow.

B．Five kittens were in the snow alone.

C．A dog found a safe place to stay for the

D．A dog was warming five kittens in the snow. night.

2. What does the underlined word "she" in paragraph 3 refer to?

A．The passer-by.	B．The spokesperson.
C．The kitten.	D．The dog.

3. Where is the dog Serenity now?

A．Being adopted by a family.	B．Living in the shelter.
C．Staying with the kittens.	D．Playing with some children.

4. What can we draw from the story?

A．Animals have the same capability with humans.

B．A sad end can be turned into a positive one.

C．Animals and humans should live in harmony.

D．Animals can feel compassion and love like humans.

8 . 假定你是李华，你的英国笔友David来邮件想了解你们学校近期举行万米接力赛的情况。请给他回复邮件，内容包括：
1.比赛目的；
2.时间和地点；
3.过程及意义。
注意：1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear David,
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Best wishes!

Yours,

Li Hua

9 . A Guide to the University

Food

The TWU Cafeteria is open 7am to 8pm. It serves snacks, drinks, ice cream bars and meals. You can pay with cash or your ID cards. You can add meal money to your ID cards at the Front Desk. Even if you do not buy your food in the cafeteria, you can use the tables to eat your lunch, to have meetings and to study.

If you are on campus in the evening or lat at night, you can buy snacks, fast food, and drinks in the Lower Café located in the bottom level of the Gouglas Centre. This area is often used for entertainment such as concerts, games or TV watching.

Relaxation

The Globe, located in the bottom level of McMillan Hall, is available for relaxing, studying , cooking, and eating. Monthly activities are held here for all international students. Hours are 10 am to 10 pm, closed on Sundays.

Health

Located on the top floor of Douglas Hall, the Wellness Centre is committed to physical, emotional and social health. A doctor and nurse is available if you have health questions or need immediate medical help or personal advice. The cost of this is included in your medical insurance. Hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to noon and 1;00 to 4;30pm.

Academic Support

All students have access to the Writing Centre on the upper floor of Douglas Hall. Here, qualified volunteers will work with you on written work, grammar, vocabulary, and other academic skills. You can sign up for an appointment on the sign-up sheet outside the door two 30-minute appointments per week maximum. This service is free.

Transportation

The TWU Express is a shuttle service. The shuttle transports students between campus and the shopping centre, leaving from the Mattson Centre. Operation hours are between 8am and 3pm. Saturdays only. Round trip fare is $1.

1. The Guide tells us that the Wellness Centre _________.

A．is open six days a week	B．offers services free of charge
C．trains students in medical care	D．gives advice on mental health

2. How can you seek help from the Writing Centre?

A．By applying online	B．By calling the centre
C．By filling in a sign-up form	D．By going to the centre directly

3. What is the function of TWU Express?

A．To carry students to the lecture halls.	B．To provide students with campus tours
C．To take students to the Mattson Centre.	D．To transport students to and from the stores.

10 . 阅读下面材料,在空白处填入适当的内容或括号内单词的正确形式。

We live in a world of plastic. Shopping bags, drink bottles, your toothbrush and even your clothes are among the everyday items     1     (make) from plastic. But plastic isn’t fantastic, and neither is the current state of our environment.

Humans     2     (produce) plastic on a large scale (大规模地) since the 1950s. We produce hundreds of millions of tons of plastic every year and production is only increasing.     3     (fortunately), most of it is used only once and then thrown away. Only a small part of plastic     4     (recycle). The majority ends up in our oceans.

A Plastic Ocean is a documentary film directed by the Australian journalist Craig Leeson. It investigates the serious harm plastic has done     5     our oceans. What starts off as an adventure to film the blue whale, the     6     (large) animal on the planet, leads to the shocking discovery of a thick layer (层) of plastic     7     (float) in the middle of the Indian Ocean. The film sends the message that our actions and choices can severely influence the planet.

Plastic is so widely used because it is durable (耐用的) and cheap. However, this durability is the same quality that makes it so     8     (harm) to the environment. Most plastics do not break down chemically. Instead, they break into smaller pieces     9     can remain in the environment for     10     long time.