1 . 艰难的 2020 年终于过去了。 喜迎新年，人们总有很多目标和愿望。 请以“My Hope for a New Year”为题，用英语写一篇 100 字左右的演讲稿，写下 2021 年你的目标和愿望。
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2 . Success can mean different things for different people. For some, success may be a large ________ and a nice car. For________, it may be a well-fed and happy family. For college students, it means getting good________ or passing grades in order to________ a degree.   

And there lies a slight________ with some college students. The way in which they________ success may not always be that they________ it. Success________ hard work, and most importantly, honesty. Some students________ to simply gain success. In 2013, news of the largest cheating scandal (丑闻) at Harvard University was________. It is said that the whole class had a minimum of 250 students and possible cheating was discovered in roughly half the take-home exams.

The consequences for those found________ could range from a warning to a________ withdrawal from the university for a year. And some of the students in the course were seniors, so the latter consequence could also mean giving back their degree and maybe even losing the jobs acquired after________. Although such consequence may have a very________ and possibly life – changing impact on some students lives, I believe it is entirely necessary to________ that academic integrity (诚实正直) is a respected and necessary________ for academic success.

Harvard University is________ thought of as the top of higher education, whose highest standards won’t________ cheating.

So take pride when you make the________ to do your best and honest work. Success achieved in that way is great, and success achieved________ is the only success you can truly call your own.

1.

A．garden

B．family

C．salary

D．TV set

2.

A．another

B．others

C．other

D．all

3.

A．marks

B．luck

C．experiments

D．lectures

4.

A．obtain

B．keep

C．offer

D．exchange

5.

A．confidence

B．pride

C．satisfaction

D．difficulty

6.

A．bring

B．achieve

C．desire

D．judge

7.

A．struggled

B．made

C．earned

D．attempted

8.

A．cares for

B．longs for

C．waits for

D．calls for

9.

A．cheat

B．compete

C．hate

D．learn

10.

A．expected

B．exposed

C．checked

D．doubted

11.

A．guilty

B．nervous

C．curious

D．careful

12.

A．funny

B．forced

C．banned

D．gradual

13.

A．exam

B．ceremony

C．graduation

D．celebration

14.

A．strange

B．limited

C．reasonable

D．negative

15.

A．check out

B．find out

C．make sure

D．make sense

16.

A．means

B．access

C．approach

D．requirement

17.

A．frequently

B．suddenly

C．hardly

D．commonly

18.

A．prevent

B．protect

C．permit

D．predict

19.

A．chance

B．effort

C．change

D．exception

20.

A．honestly

B．patiently

C．bravely

D．slowly

3 . Truly happy and successful people get that way by becoming the best, most genuine version of themselves they can be. Not on the outside — on the inside. It’s not about a brand, a reputation, a persona (外表形象) .     1     Who you really are!

Sounds simple, I know. It is a simple concept.     2     If you want to do great work, it can take a lifetime to figure it out. And it’s going to take a lot of hard work to do it. You are going to have to break out of your comfort zone and take some chances that will scare you.

    3     But you know, I can’t think of a better way to spend your life. I mean, what’s life for if not finding yourself and trying to become the best, most genuine version of you that you can be?

That’s what Steve Jobs meant when he said this at a Stanford University graduation speech: Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life.     4     You have to trust in something your gut (直觉) , destiny, life, whatever. This approach has never let me down, and it has made all the difference in my life.

Not only that, but what Jobs talking about, what I’m talking about, requires focus and discipline, two things that are very hard to come by these days. Why?     5     It’s so much easier to give in to distraction and instant pleasure. It’s easy and addictive.

A．It’s about reality.

B．If you haven’t found it, keep looking.

C．Because focus and discipline are hard.

D．Nothing worth doing in life is ever easy.

E．But the problem is, it’s very hard to make it.

F．The only way to do great work is to love what you do.

G．Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice.

4 . For decades, Mars, known as the Red Planet, has been an attraction for scientists. Despite the current amount of carbon dioxide in its atmosphere and the incompetence of the planet to support Earthly life forms, research has suggested that the planet was once able to host ecosystems.

Since the beginning of the 1960s, over 40 Mars exploration missions have been carried out. On July 23, China launched Tianwen 1, a Mars probe named after a poem titled The Quest for Heavenly Truth by ancient Chinese poet Qu Yuan (about 340-278 BC). The mission marked China’s first step in planetary exploration of the solar system.

It will take Tianwen 1 six to seven months to reach the Red Planet. The probe is expected to land on Mars around February 2021. Yet the landing process might not be easy. NASA scientists once referred to a Mars landing as “the seven minutes of terror”. During those suspenseful 420 seconds, the Tianwen 1 has to slow down from 4.8 kilometers per second to zero and land on the Red Planet autonomously.

Among the more than 40 Mars missions, only nine have been able to survive “the seven minutes of terror,” Cui Xiaofeng from the Beijing Aerospace Flight Control Center said at a news conference. To prepare for the landing, Tianwen 1 will spend two to three months surveying potential landing sites using a high-resolution (高分辨率的) camera.

If the probe successfully lands, a rover with an expected lifespan of at least 90 Martian days(about three months on Earth) will be released to conduct scientific exploration. During this process, “the geological structure, soil characteristics, distribution of groundwater, the climate and environment on the Red Planet will all be studied,” Liu Tongjie, spokesperson of China’s first Mars mission and deputy director of the Lunar Exploration and Space Program Center, told CGTN.

1. What does the word “incompetence” underlined in paragraph 1 refer to?

A．Isolation.

B．Hospitality.

C．Unpopularity.

D．Inability.

2. What do we know about Tianwen 1 according to the text?

A．It was launched by China on July 23, 1960.

B．It pioneered in China’s planetary exploration.

C．It was named after ancient Chinese poet Qu Yuan

D．It spent more than seven months reaching Mars.

3. What can we infer about a Mars’ landing?

A．A probe drops down at the speed of 4.8 kilometers per second in 7 minutes.

B．There is still a risk of Tianwen 1 failing in landing on the Red Planet.

C．Over a quarter of the probes sent to Mars have landed successfully.

D．Tianwen 1 will spend two to three months surveying potential landing sites

4. What will be the rover’s goal if Tianwen 1 successfully lands?

A．To survive at least 90 Martian days.	B．To provide insight into mysteries of Mars.
C．To find habitable places for earthly life forms.	D．To conduct a variety of scientific researches.

5 . Please put your donation in this envelope, seal it, and hand it to the cabin crew. Thank you!

Please provide contact details if you would like to learn more about UNICEF (or visit：www. unicef. cn) ：

Name： ____

Contact email： ____

Mobile number： ____

“Change for Good” is an innovative partnership between UNICEF and the inter-national airline industry. Established in 1991, it is one of UNICEF’s best-known and longest-running partnerships. This project appeals to travelers to donate onboard the aircraft, to help UNICEF to improve the lives of poor children.

Hainan Airlines is the first airline company from mainland China to support this program. Since commencing operation (开航) in 1993, HNA has vigorously promoted the principle of “do something for the society, do something for others”. Hence, HNA actively bears the social responsibility, participates in social welfare and serves the society with gratitude.

We would like to call on everyone to join in this onboard fundraising to make this, world as best we can for children. We sincerely thank you for your generous support.

Change for Good*

1. How can you deal with your onboard donation?

A．Give it to an air hostess.

B．Provide your contact details.

C．Mail this envelope with donation.

D．Visit www. unicef. cn.

2. Which of the following is one of UNICEF’s best-known partnerships?

A．The project of “change for good”.

B．The international airline industry.

C．The staff of UNICEF.

D．Hainan Airlines.

3. According to the text, which of the following is true?

A．Everyone onboard the aircraft has to join in this program.

B．HNA is the only airline company to support the program.

C．HNA is willing to help UNICEF to raise money.

D．Hainan Airlines was established in 1991.

6 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Who is the speaker probably talking to?

A．Chinese teachers.

B．School students.

C．Newspaper reporters.

2. How many ways are mentioned about the benefit of learning Chinese well?

A．Two.

B．Three.

C．Four.

3. What can contribute to respect and admiration?

A．Rich cultural knowledge.

B．Academic performance.

C．Exciting and brilliant culture.

4. What does the speaker mainly talk about?

A．Who enjoys learning Chinese well.

B．Why learning Chinese well matters.

C．How you can learn Chinese well.

7 . 阅读下面短文,在空白处填入１个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

As a poverty-stricken county, Xinbao’s hometown struggles to keep young people staying home. Most of them choose     1     (work ) in developed coastal areas. When the youthful Xinbao appeared at the local market and shot videos on making fermented beancurd (豆腐乳)in the     2    ( tradition) way, the onlookers were curious and puzzled.

“Some people think     3     is not a good job,” Xinbao said. ”I told them that there are thousands of people     4     will see my video, and our products can be sold all over the country.” Although the business is still new, Xinbao has registered a trademark for fermented beancur     5    set up a company.

Her decision was also a result of changes in her hometown. Not long ago, the local government held a     6     (train) program for farmers. Xinbao was invited to talk to local food makers about the influence of new media. She shared with them the characteristics, operation, and e-commerce (电子商务) opportunities presented by platforms like Huoshan.

“Our     7     (achieve) have gained recognition among local people and I am proud of that.” Now     8     (drive) by great needs, e-commerce in China     9    (enjoy) a high growth rate over recent years and the power of the Internet can be further made use of to help     10     targeted poverty alleviation(精准扶贫) efforts.

8 . How can you build trust when meeting strangers?

Say hello.

The quickest and surest way to befriend someone you don’t know is to simply say hello.

Approach a stranger that has caught your attention and say something along the lines of, “Hey how’s the day going so far? ”    1    It will likely work best in an environment where social interaction is commonly expected.

    2    

People approach one another because they assume that there will be a particular outcome.

The fact is our assumptions about someone affects how you interact with them. You’re more likely to build up friendship if you spend more time listening to someone than waiting for them to fulfill your assumptions about them.    3    Doing so will help you get an accurate perspective on who they are quickly.

Keep a positive attitude.

If you run into someone that does not warmly receive a friendly “Hello,” don’t let this ruin your day. Remind yourself that most people are excited when someone breaks the ice.

When someone turns a cold shoulder to your attempts to start a conversation, note that whatever reason they have for doing so has nothing to do with you. They may have just missed Their chance.     4    

Talk to strangers daily.

Plenty of people are shy, if not fearful, of introducing themselves to strangers.     5    While it may feel awkward, fight through your block and make a point of introducing yourself to someone you don’t know every day.

A．Be ready to listen.

B．Find common ground .

C．Reach out to someone else instead.

D．Think about what you know about this person.

E．This alone can get a friendly conversation going.

F．The best way to get over this shyness is to ignore it.

G．Focus on listening closely to people you’ve just met.

9 . Nearly all “speed reading ” courses have a “pacing” element-some timing device which lets the student know how many words a minute he is reading. You can do this simply by looking at your watch every 5 or 10 minutes and noting down the page number you have reached. Check the average number of words per page for the particular book you are reading.How do you know when 5 minutes has passed on your watch if you are busy reading the book?Well, this is difficult at first. A friend can help by timing you over a set period, or you can read within hearing distance of a public clock which strikes the quarter hours. Pace yourself every three or four days, always with the same kind of easy, general interest books.You should soon notice your accustomed w. p. m, rate creeping up.

Obviously there is little point in increasing your w p. m rate if you do not understand what you are reading. When you are consciously trying to increase your reading speed, stop after every chapter( if you are reading a novel) or every section or group of ten or twelve pages( if it is a text-book) and ask yourself a few questions about what you have been reading. If you find you have lost the thread of the story or you cannot remember clearly the details of what was said, reread the section or chapter.

You can also try “lightning speed” exercise from time to time. Take four or five pages of the general interest book you happen to be reading and read them as fast as you possibly can. Do not bother about whether you understand or not. Now go back and read them at what you feel to be your “normal” w p. m. rate, the rate at which you can comfortably understand. After a “lightning speed” reading through(probably 600 w. p. m) you will usually find that your “normal” speed has increased-perhaps. by as much as 50-100 w. p.m. This is the technique sportsmen use when they usually run further in training than they will have to on the day of the big race.

1. In speed reading, looking at your watch every 5 or 10 minutes________.

A．avoids the need for reading faster	B．is not the same as pacing
C．may seem unworkable at first	D．helps you to remember your page number

2. When you are reading a novel, you should check your understanding of the content after ________.

A．every chapter	B．every section
C．every four or five pages	D．every ten or twelve pages

3. What’s the purpose of the “lightning speed” exercise?

A．To increase your speed by scanning the text first.

B．To test your maximum reading speed.

C．To help you understand more of the content of the book.

D．To enable you to win reading races against your friends.

4. Which one would be the best title for this passage ?

A．Tips for Successful Reading.	B．Tips for Speed Reading.
C．Effective Reading.	D．Lightning Speed Exercises.

10 . Ashanti Palmer, a graduating senior from Mount Vernon, Washington, has a lot to celebrate.

Aside from graduating at the top of her class, she’s also leaving high school with a spotless attendance record of her entire education.

From Pre-K through high school, this young achiever hasn’t missed a day of class. She also earned multiple scholarships worth over $430, 000 to cover all the expenses for her four-year pursuit of a biomedical engineering degree at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

Her perfect attendance record throughout her many years in the District has helped build a foundation of academic excellence that she will benefit from in the next chapter at college.

This year's graduation looked a lot different from the usual because of the corona virus pandemic. Nevertheless, Ashanti was still able to give her graduation speech in a broadcast on June 20,2020.

Ashanti says that her educators played a significant role in her success. “I’ve never had a bad teacher; my teachers made it easy for me, made me enthusiastic to go to school, ”she said. Her mother also encouraged her to always do her best in everything she does. “A joke we always make is, whenever I would come home with a 99, she’d ask me where the one point is because she always wanted me to have perfect grades all the time,” she said. The 18-year-old took that seriously, with her lowest GPA in 11th grade being 96 point something. This year, it’s 102.

Ashanti has always been so sure of the path she wanted to take. This certainty coupled with her smarts and dedication will surely take Ashanti far in life.

1. What will Ashanti possibly stick to throughout her college education?

A．Joking with her Mom.	B．Studies of all courses.
C．Perfect attendance.	D．Good teachers’ advice.

2. Why was graduation speech said to look different?

A．It was the best ever made.	B．It was made in an unusual way.
C．It was indeed encouraging.	D．It was perfectly prepared.

3. What does the underlined phrase"coupled with" in the last paragraph possibly mean?

A．Faced with.

B．As a result of.

C．By way of.

D．Together with.

4. What’s the author’s attitude towards Ashanti?

A．Unconcerned.

B．Objective.

C．Doubtful.

D．Positive.