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。

Figure skating (花样滑冰) is known for its graceful moves. There is one     1    (call) the “quad Axel,” or “4A,” that is     2    (wide) considered to be the hardest jump in figure skating. It is a type of “edge jump”,     3    (mean) skaters have to skate on one side of the blade (刀片) when a lifting of the ice.

Although no one skater     4    (conquer) the move so far at any competitions, the world’s top Japanese skater Yuzuru Hanyu (羽生结弦) gave it the closest go during the Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games. At 53 kilograms, he’s thin. But Hanyu is very strong and able to perfectly perform     5    (jump) and moves on the ice that others can only attempt. He noted that it’s very nice to compete in such     6     atmosphere with love and welcome from Chinese. He sometimes looks more like a ballet dancer     7     a figure skater. When people watch Hanyu perform, it’s immediately clear how much he enjoys     8    (he), and the audiences love him in return. The little boy     9     started out at his neighborhood rink (溜冰场) is now     10    (love) by people from around the globe.

2 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What does Casey look like in the film?

A．She has black hair.

B．She is wide-eyed.

C．She has wide face.

2. Where does Tomorrowland lie?

A．Between the earth and space.

B．Between time and the earth.

C．Between time and space.

3. What was Britt asked to do before she was allowed to read the script?

A．To discover the mysteries of Tomorrowland.

B．To put on performances for the part of Casey many times.

C．To have a positive outlook on the future.

4. What kind of feeling did Britt have after reading the script?

A．A mixed emotion.

B．A feeling of success.

C．A feeling of excitement.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Where did Michael get to know Kate?

A．In a restaurant.

B．At Tim’s party.

C．At James’s concert.

2. Who will give a concert?

A．The man’s friend.

B．Michael.

C．Kate.

3. When will the concert start?

A．At 6:00.

B．At 7:00.

C．At 8:00.

4 . 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。

Celebrate National Day

China’s National Day is celebrated on October 1st every year     1     (mark) the formation of the People’s Republic of China. It is also known as National Day and National Golden Week.

The founding ceremony of New China     2     (hold) in Tian’anmen Square in Beijing on Oct. 1,1949,    3    the Government declared October 1st as National Day every year from 1950 onward.

As a great day in China, it represents     4     (independent), strength, and national confidence. The military parade has been     5     important part of the National Day ceremony. From 1949     6     the present, there are a total of fifteen National Day parades held. The number of representatives of the army, navy, and air force on parade    7    (be) generally around 10,000.     8     (usual), there is also a mass parade behind the military parade. In 2019, more than 100,000 people from all walks of life took part in it. The entire parade is broadcast live on all major TV stations.

On National Day, the national flag rises at 6:10 am in Tian’anmen Square. There are always people     9    (travel) long distances to watch the ceremony. There are also some other     10     (activity) like firework displays, light shows, and flowerbed exhibitions.

5 . 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。

The number of foreign readers of Chinese online literary works has been over 31.9 million, according to a report. Thanks    1    the government’s support, many Chinese online literature    2     (company) have been promoting their overseas(海外的) market in recent years.

Many overseas readers even start to write online novels. Logan,    3    young man living in Texas, is a big fan of China’s online literature.    4     (inspire) by Chinese online literary works, he began to write his own online novels.“My ideas for writing are    5    (main) from Chinese online novels. Classic Chinese literary works,    6     (include) Journey to the West, are also the sources of some of the characters in my novels,” he said.

“Human beings love stories, and some values of heroes in stories    7     (share) by people around the world,”   a leader of China Literature said, adding     8    heart- warming stories with ambitious characters and traditional Chinese culture are attractive to overseas readers.

While translation of mainstream(主流的) Chinese books may be    9     (struggle), English-language readers’ love encourages their own translations. For some Western readers, checking     10    (see) if the latest chapter of their favorite online serial(连载小说) has been translated from Chinese into English is the first thing they do in the morning.

6 . Octopuses(章鱼) are some of the cleverest animals on the planet! So what makes them so smart? Let’s focus first on their defense mechanisms. Faced with multiple predators(捕食者)—including fish, birds and whales—octopuses are masters of disguise.They can imitate their environment by changing their skin colour.

Without a shell, octopuses are weak and easily hurt physically, and always try to remain hidden in a shelter such as a hole or the space beneath a rock. Some prefer to wrap themselves in shells and small stones, while others transport their shelters in their arms. This is the case for the coconut octopus, which,true to its name, has been observed carrying coconut shells around to hide within in case of danger.

Octopuses are also fearsome predators themselves, and their attack mechanisms are suited to the wide variety of prey(猎物) they consume, including seashells,fish and even other creatures like them. They can use their vision and camouflage skills to hunt, and their arms to explore,touch and taste their environment to seize every bit of food within reach.

Octopuses can also use conditional discrimination, that is, they can change their choice depending on the situation. For example, they can learn to attack an object only in the presence of bubbles. They can also use space learning, and find a hidden shelter by remembering its position. Last but not least, octopuses can learn by watching other octopuses carry out tasks, such as choosing one specific object over another. This is surprising,because they are mainly solitary(独居的)creatures.

Octopuses meet every criteria for the definition of intelligence: They show a great flexibility in obtaining information (using several senses and learning socially), in processing it (through discriminative and conditional learning), in storing it (through long- term memory) and in applying it toward both predators and prey.

1. Which are both predators and prey of octopuses?

A．Fish.

B．Birds.

C．Whales.

D．Seashells.

2. Why do coconut octopuses carry coconut shells everywhere?

A．To change their skin color quickly.

B．To avoid being discovered by predators.

C．To observe the surroundings conveniently.

D．To hide quickly in the shells when in danger.

3. What’s the fifth paragraph mainly about?

A．The excellent memory of octopuses.

B．The strong learning ability of octopuses.

C．The space discrimination ability of octopuses.

D．The ability of octopuses to adapt to the environment.

4. What can be a suitable title for the text?

A．The terrible predators.

B．The masters of disguise.

C．Exactly how clever is an octopus?

D．How strong is the learning ability of octopuses?

7 . Another Winter Olympic Games officially came to a close, which means another closing ceremony was held. In each ceremony, there were moments of entertainment, celebration and reflection.

The “Moment of Remembrance” is a very important part of the closing ceremony, and for this year, the theme “A Willow Twig” presents the segment with Chinese characteristics.

The willow twig is a part of the willow tree, and in Chinese, the character for the willow tree is a homophone of the character liu, which means asking a person to stay when bidding farewell. Thus it symbolizes the sorrow of separation.

In ancient days,when two friends part, the traveling party will always receive a willow twig as a gift. The athletes were met with success, disappointments and historic memories, but it was time to depart. For the closing ceremony of the Beijing Winter Olympics, it was only fitting that the willow twig would be incorporated into the ceremony as the athletes depart to their respective countries.

The performers beautifully interacted with a LED floor to show imagery of the willow one that showed the emotional symbolism of “a bittersweet goodbye”. The theme of “one world, one family” continued to be evident through the Games as 365 different individuals all held a willow branch that represented “the unwavering spirit of remembering the departed through the 365 days of a year”.

The stage then turned into a beautiful shade of green, which was a symbol of the shifting of past negativity into the blossoming of a new day.

The return of spring focuses on moving forward and the positives in a post-pandemic world. It is clear that they hit the right note as the performance will be remembered for a long time to come.

1. What does the underlined word “segment” mean in Paragraph 2?

A．Difference.

B．Part.

C．Role.

D．Value.

2. What can we know about the willow twig from the passage?

A．It is always used as gifts in races.

B．It can easily be found in all seasons.

C．It originates from the Chinese character liu.

D．It stands for great sadness of leaving each other.

3. What did the performers do in Paragraph 5?

A．They connected the LED floor with the computer.

B．They decorated the floor with plastic willow branch.

C．They showed the images of the willow on the stage.

D．They played the song of the Winter Olympic Games for the audience.

4. What’s the author’s attitude towards the performance in the last paragraph?

A．Positive.

B．Indifferent.

C．Doubtful.

D．Negative.

8 . In November, 2021, Preet Chandi, a 32-year-old army physiotherapist(理疗师)，hoped to become the first woman of color to complete a solo unsupported hike across the Antarctic to the South Pole. Chandi announced on January 3, 2022 that she’d completed the 700-mile hike in 40 days. “Feeling so many emotions right now,” said Chandi, via her blog.“The expedition(探险) was always about so much more than me,”reads her January3 update.“I want to encourage people to push their boundaries and to believe in themselves.”

Other women have skied to the South Pole, with Norway’s Liv Arnesen the first in the world to make the trip alone and unsupported in 1994. But Chandi believes she is the first woman of color to do so.“I really hope that this does inspire people; I hope that this would inspire people to push their comfort zones and push their boundaries,” Chandi said.

While preparing for her expedition, which was undertaken as part of her active military service, Chandi became increasingly aware of how much it matters for young people to see someone like her as a role model.“I’m not really the image I think people expect to see. I’m not, even now,” Chandi said, referring to her South Asian background.“I’m told that’you don’t really look like a polar explorer.’”

On her return from the Antarctic, Chandi plans to set up an “adventure grant” for women using half the money raised through the Go Fund Me appeal for her polar trip.“It will be open to women of any age or background,”she said. “It can be for any adventure, any unique adventure they want to do and that is pushing some kind of boundary. It doesn’t have to be a polar expedition. And I really hope that this is something that will continue, year after year after year.”

1. What can we infer from the underlined words in the first paragraph?

A．Chandi was more than proud of herself.

B．The expedition was very difficult.

C．Chandi really wanted to be famous.

D．The expedition was of greater significance.

2. Who was the first woman to hike to the South Pole alone?

A．Arnesen.

B．Chandi.

C．Scott.

D．Byrd.

3. What is the purpose of Chandi’s expedition?

A．To encourage people to join the army.	B．To inspire people to set an example.
C．To inspire people to challenge themselves.	D．To encourage women of color to explore.

4. Who can get the“adventure grant”?

A．Anyone who wants to explore the South Pole.

B．Any woman who wants to explore the South Pole.

C．Anyone who wants to engage in any adventure.

D．Any woman who wants to engage in any adventure.

9 . A

Personalized Day Tour in the Netherlands

Gain close insight (洞察力) into the Netherlands’ artistic works on this private walk tour from Amsterdam, led by a professional art historian. Benefit from your guide’s insider knowledge to create a fully personalized journey. Choose from a vast range of museums, galleries, and attractions across the region, such as the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery in The Hague, or Keukenhof Gardens.

Countryside Bike Tour

Cycle away from the urban noise and disappear into the countryside on this guided bike tour, which lasts about 5 hours. Visit a historical windmill, a farmhouse and a factory of Dutch styles. This enjoyable ride takes your small group along the Amstel River, past country villages and green fields dotted with cows. Learn about rural Dutch traditions and history, and finish your tour exploring Amsterdam’s parks including Vondelpark, Amsterdamse Bos and Beatrixpark.

Guided Canoe (轻舟) Adventure

Paddle through Holland’s Waterland area on a canoe from Amsterdam. With an expert guide, travel north to Waterland. Then, board a canoe and paddle around the dreamlike waterways. Enjoy the sound of birdsong and scents of wild plants, and hear about the region’s traditional way of life. Stop for a swim if the weather allows, and visit an island for a picnic of local produce. Numbers are limited to 10 for a small-group experience.

Day Trip to Bruges

Discover the charms of Bruges on this 12-hour trip from Amsterdam. As you travel by bus, learn about the history of Belgium. Explore the city of Bruges, visiting the Market Square, Town Hall, and other historic sights. Experience and learn about the amazing culture of this city, especially about the Church of Our Lady and enjoy a bit of free time before your return to the Netherlands.

1. Which trip is best for an art student?

A．Personalized Day Tour in the Netherlands.

B．Countryside Bike Tour.

C．Guided Canoe Adventure.

D．Day Trip to Bruges.

2. What is the main difference among the four trips?

A．Length of time.	B．Means of transport.
C．Place of departure.	D．Size of group.

3. Where is the text probably taken from?

A．A travel diary.	B．A guide to Bruges.
C．A history textbook.	D．A travel website.

10 . Reading can make you feel less alone and more connected with the world at large. It can open your eyes to issues, successes and challenges that you never dreamed of, and take you to faraway places. Here are the top books all teens should read before they turn 18.

A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’Engle

Though this book recently became popular again due to the release of the movie version, the movie is not a substitute for this beautiful story about family and the process of becoming who you truly are through the angle of space and time exploration.

Wonder by R. J. Palacio

Auggie was born with a facial difference that kept him out of school for years. In fifth grade, he discovers what it’s like to long for normalcy and also that difference can be the most meaningful teacher.

Brown Girl Dreaming by Jacqueline Woodson

The author shares beautiful poetry that will speak to teenagers about her experience of growing up in the South as an African-American in the 1960s and 1970s. The poems are charged with the themes of self-awareness and identity.

The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz

The attractive advice given in this book is perfect for teens going off to college or beginning a new stage of independence. It is a book that can be reread all throughout life without losing its power.

1. What is special about A Wrinkle in Time?

A．It shows a teen’s difference.	B．It’s about space exploration.
C．It has been adapted for film.	D．It has opened teenagers’ eyes.

2. Whose book is based on personal experience?

A．Jacqueline Woodson’s.	B．R. J. Palacio’s.
C．Madeleine L’ Engle’s.	D．Don Miguel Ruiz’s.

3. Which book is intended for teens stepping into a novel life?

A．A Wrinkle in Time.	B．Wonder.
C．Brown Girl Dreaming.	D．The Four Agreements.