1 . 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。

Koalas, the furry creatures appear so adorable and friendly. It’s no wonder people are     1     (concern) about the future of the species after the disastrous bushfires that     2     (destroy) parts of Australia earlier this year.

Australia’s native and unique wildlife are     3     constant threat from human activities and natural disasters. Recently, new technologies     4     (use) to track their movements to help them keep safe. Protecting the species is important because there are now possibly as few as 43, 000 koalas in the wild.

So, what makes them so ‘special’? Maybe we envy their ability to sleep for up to 22 hours a day! Or could it be their laid-back(悠闲的)    5     (appear) due to the fact that they mainly feed on juicy leaves,    6    take a lot of time and energy to digest.

    7     is amazing is that they drink very little water. So, how do they survive? Scientists have discovered that these wild mammals lick(藤)    8     (run) water from a tree trunk when it is raining. As the lead author of the research told the BBC, behavioural observations in the wild are important     9     (establish) what is normal or unusual, and to     10     (true) understand what animals need.

Despite the word ‘koala’ meaning ‘no water’ in the Aboriginal language, these sleepy creatures do need a drink sometimes. If we’re to encourage them to flourish, we need to conserve their habitat.

2 . Ask any kid what they dislike the most in their study routine, and they will answer, “homework.”     1     Fortunately, applying the following tips, you will help your kid deal with homework faster and more effectively.

Setting the right workspace

Setting the perfect working environment is of outmost importance. That’s why you should make sure to separate places for playing and studying to prevent your kid from switching between them.

    2     Besides, ensure there are no things that can distract(分心) them.

Once you set a spot, it is time to prepare to do the assignment. Remember: you want your kid to be focused. Therefore, the first thing to do is make everything necessary to complete the task within arm’s reach. Make sure your kid can access any note or textbook without leaving the workspace.

    3    

Unlike adults, kids are very active. And while the former can remain focused for around half an hour, children’s attention span(时长) is much shorter than that. That’s why it is essential to set up a work schedule to maintain concentration.

With that being said, however long your kid’s working time is, remember to include several breaks.    4    

Understanding teachers’ expectations

Usually, educators assign tricky and challenging tasks on purpose, because they want students to use and develop their skills.

Whether you guide your kid through the writing process, it is important to understand the task before working on it.    5    

Homework can be a real pain in the neck. Without the right strategy, you are doomed to spend lots of time completing home tasks. Hopefully, the mentioned tips will help your kid deal with assignments quickly and successfully.

A．Drawing out an outline

B．Creating work schedule

C．Pick a quiet spot where your child can learn peacefully.

D．Make sure your child knows what is being required from them.

E．Dealing with home assignments is a widespread problem among kids.

F．This will help restore the child’s attention and maintain their productivity.

G．This will force your kid to follow schedule and learn to do their homework for better.

3 . Anytime you visit a new place you always want to make the most of your time there. Usually, there are far too many sights and sounds for you to take in, so it’s important to prioritize your activities and make sure you take in the very best sights of the place you visit. If you’re planning a trip to Panama, whether it’s long or short, the following landmarks shouldn’t be missed.

Old Panama Ruins

When you arrive in Panama City you should take the opportunity to visit the Old Panama Ruins, which are just across the bay from Panama City. The ruins date back to the 1500’s and there is a rich history to be found. The old city was founded by Spain and was used as a stop in exporting gold from Peru. Several of the earliest buildings still survive today, including the Cathedral to Panama Viejo, La Merced church, and even some of the original walls which were built to help protect the city from pirates(海盗).

Soberania National Park

This national park is just north of Panama City but definitely worth the trip. It’s an amazing chance to see a stunning tropical rainforest and all the plants and animals that thrive there. It’s especially a must-see site for bird lovers since there are about 1, 000 different species of birds there. One of the best things to do there is to take a cable car so you can really see the amazing views and get a true sense of how incredible the tropical forest is.

El Valle de Anton

E1 Valle de Anton is a small town and picturesque(风景如画的)spot for nature lovers. It sits inside the remains of an extinct volcano and is famous for its wet mountain forest conditions. There are beautiful views to take in since you are 600 meters above sea level and stunning waterfalls to experience. Abundant wildlife and botanical life are there to be witnessed as well. E1 Valle de Anton is simply a nature lover’s dream and should not be skipped.

Panama is a country rich in culture and natural beauty. You will be so happy that you took the time to visit this amazing place. Making sure you visit these sites will ensure that you have seen some of the very best things Panama has to offer.

1. Which of the following about Old Panama Ruins is TRUE?

A．The earliest buildings in the old city mostly survive today.

B．The ruins lie across the bay and were first found by Spain.

C．The old city was built to help protect its people from pirates.

D．The ruins, dating from the sixteenth century, have a long history.

2. What do Soberania National Park and E1 Valle de Anton have in common?

A．They both have amazing scenery.

B．They both sit inside Panama City.

C．They both are must-see sites for bird lovers.

D．They both are rich in culture and natural beauty.

3. Who would most probably benefit from this passage?

A．A busy lawyer who intends to take a few days off and have a trip to Panama.

B．A gifted artist who ensures he hasn’t missed any landmark Panama has to offer.

C．An exchange student who wants to make the most of his time in the new country.

D．An ambitious editor who is determined to take in the very best sights of the world.

4 . Our cities will have become so o________ (人口过多的) that farmers will be growing crops in skyscrapers in order to feed everyone. （根据中英文提示填空）

5 . There was no thief because the f________ (脚凳) was carefully put on top of the coffee table, where there was no scratch.（根据中英文提示填空）

6 . Most scientists believe stage hypnotism does not involve real mind control. The volunteers are e ________ (外向者) who want to help the performer to put on a good show. （根据中英文提示填空）

7 . Technology may also e ________ (消除) some deadly disease and increase life expectancy. （根据中英文提示填空）

8 . The chicken or the egg—which came first? It's probably one of the most commonly cited paradoxes — a chicken hatches from an egg, so the egg came first, right? But then what laid the egg? The two ideas seem contradictory, and that's exactly what a paradox is — a problem that seemingly has no definitive solution and can 't be logically solved.

And paradoxes don't just exist in philosophical debates but also in our daily lives. How can work be flexible but maintain structure? How can we switch off if we're working from home? Two contrasting ideas could cause people stress, but what if we accept the contradiction and change the way we look at it? This is what some experts call the 'paradox mindset'.

A paradox consists of two realities that exist at the same time—even though that seems impossible. If you embrace just one of those realities and ignore the other, it can cause problems. For example, embracing change may lead to burn—out, while embracing stability may lead to boredom. Some experts have found the acceptance of both realities and a willingness to embrace them can improve both creativity and productivity by allowing you to navigate a path through the contradictions.

A 1996 study of geniuses by Albert Rothenberg found that those thinkers spent time considering opposites and antitheses. Consider Einstein. The theory of relativity was born out of the paradox that something could be moving and stationary at the same time depending on perspective.

So, having a 'paradox mindset' and accepting the bigger picture may help you to better understand problems. It could also make you happier knowing that contradictions exist. As a result, it may lead you to improving your productivity and creativity. If it worked for Einstein, maybe it could be good for you too!

1. The chicken— egg example in paragraph one is used to ________.

A．introduce the topic	B．draw a conclusion
C．make a comparison	D．explain a complicated theory

2. ________is not a paradox, according to the article.

A．The theory of relativity

B．To work at home and not answer phone calls from your boss

C．To lead a stable and boring life

D．To change constantly without feeling exhausted

3. A 'paradox mindset 'means ________.

A．learning to appreciate contradictions	B．avoiding contrast ideas
C．having it all	D．coming to a dead end

4. What does the last paragraph mainly talk about?

A．You will feel much better if you embrace contradictions.

B．'Paradox mindset' only applies to geniuses

C．People will become less productive if they accept the bigger picture

D．Contradictions will make it more difficult for people to understand problems.

9 . In 1982, Mark Thatcher, the son of Mrs. Thatcher, was reported missing in the Sahara Desert while competing in the Grand Prix Motor race from Paris to Dakar. This sad news, so unexpected, shook the _________ calm and unhurried politician off her balance. Though she did her best to _________ as if nothing had happened and made her public appearance as usual, people could not fail to _________ that she was no longer the old self—assured Prime Minister who always had everything under _________. Instead she had become a very sad mother who was unable to recover from her _________.

One day, when she was to _________ at a lunch party, a reporter caught her off her guard by bringing up the _________ of her missing son again. She was totally mentally _________ for the question and lost her self—control. Tears were rolling down her eyes as she sobbingly told the reporter that there was still no _________ of Mark and that she was very __________ about him. She said that __________ the countries concerned had promised to do their best to help her find her son. With that she broke down completely and sobbed silently for quite a while. Gradually she __________ down and started to speak as planned. It was a very __________ scene which exposed a new side of Mrs. Thatcher's __________ the public do not usually see, so people began to __________ about the Iron Woman's motherly love, a feeling that is common to all human race.

1.

A．seldom

B．quite

C．usually

D．frequently

2.

A．talk

B．pretend

C．seem

D．look

3.

A．show

B．watch

C．mean

D．notice

4.

A．help

B．control

C．oppression

D．power

5.

A．shaking

B．fear

C．shock

D．dream

6.

A．speak

B．appear

C．pay

D．cook

7.

A．object

B．subject

C．report

D．announcement

8.

A．unprepared

B．answering

C．eager

D．got ready

9.

A．problem

B．news

C．incident

D．matter

10.

A．eager

B．curious

C．afraid

D．worried

11.

A．some

B．such

C．none

D．all

12.

A．slowed

B．turned

C．calmed

D．broke

13.

A．interesting

B．moving

C．serious

D．merry

14.

A．character

B．importance

C．thought

D．position

15.

A．set

B．worry

C．think

D．talk

10 . Mr. Lambert has described the two mothers as unwise, and said they were w ________ (削弱) school and their children's education. （根据中英文提示填空）