1 . Are flash floods becoming more severe? Natural disasters are generally getting worse—and that's true for floods, too.

As climate change warms the atmosphere, extreme rainfall is rising, which increases the risk of flash floods. Heavy precipitation(降水) events are predicted to increase by 2 to 3 times the historical average. The Federal Emergency Management Agency expects the nation’s floodplains to expand by 45 percent by the end of this century, as the agency reported in a recent study. A study in early 2021 found that increased precipitation—resulting partially from climate change—costs the US an additional $ 2.5 billion each year in flood damage. And some studies show that flood frequency was increasing in the Mississippi River valley and across the Midwest in the last century, as well as in the Northeast over the past 50 years.

There are several steps you can take to prepare for flash floods

First, know the level of risk by looking at flood maps. You may be required to have flood insurance if you live in a high-risk area.

Pay attention to flash flood watches, which the National Weather Service issues to indicate when conditions could result.in flash floods. People in these areas-should be-ready to take action—particularly if the NWS announces a flash flood warning. That’s issued when flash floods are approaching and, at that point, people should immediately leave the area.

But be particularly careful when travelling by car. Don’t drive through flooded streets—it's difficult to judge the water depth, and roadways hidden below the water can collapse. If floodwaters cause your vehicle to lose control, abandon it and seek the higher ground. Rapidly rising water can sweep the vehicle away. Know your surroundings and head to the higher ground, and listen to the radio updates when in a flood.

It’s also important to develop an emergency prepared plan with your family or those you live with to have a few days’ worth of resources.

1. Why does the author ask the question in paragraph 1?

A．To confirm an idea.	B．To conclude the text.
C．To introduce a topic.	D．To express some doubts.

2. How does the authors support the theme of the second paragraph?

A．By analyzing causes.	B．By listing relevant data.
C．By describing processes.	D．By making comparisons.

3. What are the drivers especially advised to do in the text?

A．Purchase insurance.	B．Look at flood maps.
C．Have an emergency plan.	D．Avoid the flooded streets.

4. Which of the following could be the best title for the text?

A．What Is a Flash Flood?

B．Do Flash Floods Need Controlling?

C．How Do We Prepare for Flash Floods?

D．Are Flash Floods Becoming More Severe?

2 . The only thing separating my two worlds is the Rio Grande river— it might not be much, but it’s enough for me to feel a big difference in customs and values. People who are not from El Paso, Texas, United States or a border city might not understand what it's like to grow up between two places at once.

I grew up in a Mexican household. My dad was born in El Paso but lived nearly his entire life in Ciudad Juárez until I was born, and my mom was born and raised in Mexico. She didn’t move to the US until she had me, when she was 28. My first language was Spanish, but my parents did not want me in bilingual classes. So, instead, it was all English for me at school.

English was all I spoke among friends at school, while Spanish was the designated language with family, and I hardly ever mixed them. I also spent a lot of time with my maternal grandparents, who lived in Juárez and you could say helped raise and shape who I am today. It's thanks to them that I perfected my Spanish, learned to read and write in that language — despite never taking classes—and fell in love with my Mexican culture by traveling to Mexico City and around the country.

Along with being bilingual came a sense of having a double identity. I enjoyed watching Spanish TV series with my grandma as much as American series such as The Amanda Show. And the same went for music. I loved listening to Spanish singers, as much as American pop singers.

It wasn’t until high school that I began to meet other people whose backgrounds I could relate to. I was introduced to friends with whom I identified because they were Mexican American and who had also been raised in El Paso but often visited family in Juárez. It was also during these years that I started going out to party in Juárez.

Growing up on the border is pretty special. Thanks to my bicultural upbringing, I learned to enjoy and appreciate both sides of me without ever questioning who I am, because the truth is that I need both of those relationships and cultural identities to feel complete.

1. What do we know about the author’s upbringing background?

A．He was born in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico.

B．He attended school in the US from a young age.

C．His parents were both born and raised in Mexico.

D．He showed his bilingual ability to his classmates at school.

2. Who helped the author learn to read and write in Spanish?

A．His grandparents.

B．His parents.

C．His teachers.

D．His friends.

3. Why does the author mention the Spanish TV series and American series?

A．To contrast the two styles of TV series.

B．To illustrate the author's wide interests.

C．To prove the author fits into both cultures well.

D．To show grandma and the author have the same hobbies.

4. How does the author feel about his bicultural identity?

A．Proud.

B．Confused.

C．Worried.

D．Awkward

3 . 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。

Dragon boat master craftsman Xu Guisheng begins his work on simple wood blocks, but he expects them to emerge as brilliant creations reflecting grand Chinese tradition. “When a boat is ready, we hold a ceremony to illuminate it. The head is bathed in water according to our local customs. They     1     (transform) from wooden boats into dragon gods.” he said. Xu, 64, is a     2     (five)-generation dragon boat craftsman in Miluo, Central China’s Hunan Province, and     3     registered inheritor(继承人) of the intangible cultural heritage. The city is known     4     a production center for the boats, which are used in races during the Dragon Boat Festival. Craftsman Xu’s workshop produced nearly 150 dragon boats last year,     5     helped to bring in more than 3 million yuan.

    6     (meet) the evolving demands of modern boat races, Xu said he is also     7     (constant) improving and innovating his techniques. “Products are mainly made from     8     (tradition) wood and can also be made with reinforced fiberglass.” he said. “These boats,     9     (include) the ones used for professional races, are sold all over the country. We make dragon boats not only for our livelihoods, but also to better pass on our traditions and skills.” he added. “We have a     10     (responsible) to pass these on to the next generation.”

4 . ISA Summer Camps of Figure Skating in Prague 2023!

Thanks to our considerable experience in organizing international figure skating camps for children, we have again prepared special programs for our summer training camps. The summer figure skating program has been developed with the requirements of international standards in mind, taking into account the age and physical abilities of young figure skaters.

Training week schedule

Monday to Saturday

22 hours of training: 11 hours on ice and 11 hours of training off ice.

On Saturday-shortened program, demonstration performances on ice, awarding all participants with memorable diplomas (奖状) and cups   (costumes required).

* Group workouts on ice 2 hours a day.

* Group off-ice training 2 hours a day.

* The possibility of individual lessons on ice 2 hours a day (optional).

What you need to have with you at ISA Summer Camps

On ice: Tremo suit on the ice, a few gloves for a change.

For training off-ice: Air sneakers, sportswear for training off-ice.

Price

Package price for a week stay in ISA Summer Camps for a skater: € 550 (Price per day € 92)

Package price for a week stay in ISA Summer Camps for an accompanying (陪同的) person: € 350 (Price per day € 58)

Package price includes: 7 nights at the hotel, 3 meals a day.

Health insurance

Participants signing up for this event agree that the price does not include insurance and that the organizer is not responsible for any injuries. Each participant must have health insurance concluded with one of the insurance companies valid (有效的) in the Czech Republic and a certificate of good health provided by the parent. Participation in this event is at your own risk.

1. Which of the following is included in the schedule of the training week?

A．22 hours of training on ice.

B．Group off-ice training 3 hours a day.

C．Individual lessons off ice 1 hour a day.

D．Demonstration performances on Saturday.

2. How much should a child and his mother pay for a package for the camp?

A．€ 900.

B．€ 644.

C．€ 550.

D．€ 406.

3. What must participants of this figure skating camp have?

A．Professional diplomas.

B．A recommendation letter.

C．Health insurance provided by the camp.

D．A certificate of good health provided by a parent.

5 . 根据句意，选用方框内合适的短语并用其正确形式填空(每个短语限用一次)。

in shock     sweep away     in the open air   in ruins   on hand rather than     work out     make it     now and then   set a good example

1. I have made up my mind to study harder ________________ waste my time on useless things.
2. As long as athletes have dreams, keep trying and they’ll ________________.
3. It is my duty as an official to ________________ for the public.
4. To make my dream come true, I have to keep a healthy diet and ________________ regularly to be physically fit.
5. During my high school, my uncle wrote to me ________________to encourage me to work hard.
6. After the big fire swept across the village, all the houses were left ________________.
7. Two days have passed sinces the accident, but she is still ________________, wondering how it happened.
8. With the tsunami over, families have been left homeless after their houses ________________ by water.
9. Our staff are always ________________ to give you all the help and advice you need.
10. It was so hot in the room that they decided to have their supper ________________.

6 . In fact, there is a Lanzhou Beef Noodles restaurant right down stairs, ________ is about 100 yards from our Beijing apartment. (适当的词填空)

7 . Snuggling (偎依) up with your little one from an early age and diving into a book together is always a great way to spend time.     1     They will give your little one a flying start in life.

Firstly, it’s a great introduction to reading, writing and vocabulary. Seeing an adult reading out the words and linking them to the shapes on the page begins to build literary building blocks that the children will use for the rest of their life.     2     It helps them build up their understanding of language as well as the wider world.

    3     It boosts children’s minds and develops their social awareness and skills. At a time when they are perhaps stuck indoors more than ever before, reading is the best way to spark children’s imagination. You can travel to the moon, meet the Gruffalo and pop into a chocolate factory! This means children will have a solid creative base and develop their own story-telling skills while enjoying adventurous days at home. Fantastic lands, stories and characters can inspire play ideas for children too. However, you’ll find books fit for children are limited on your bookshelf. Don’t worry!     4    .

Reading time is a brilliant bonding tool with parents or carers, which builds up confidence and a sense of security for little ones.     5     It can even help them sleep better. Now is the perfect time to build up a library of remarkable reads ready for children to enjoy now and in the future.

A．Turning to the Internet is a good idea.

B．These stories can encourage future leaders and thinkers.

C．Reading to your children from day one has a lot of benefits.

D．Secondly, there are many brilliant effects of hearing stories.

E．It can also make them get difficult feelings, like loss or sadness.

F．Reading aloud introduces children to new words they might not hear daily.

G．A regular bedtime story create s routine which small children especially love.

8 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What is Perelman?

A．A researcher.

B．A doctor.

C．A reporter.

2. With whom do babies feel the most comfortable?

A．Strange adults.

B．Babysitters.

C．Other babies.

3. How may babies react to unfamiliar babies?

A．They may start to cry.

B．They may show much fear.

C．They may touch each other.

4. What may the study lead to?

A．Much more parenting time with babies.

B．An increase in family-based day care centers.

C．A greater demand for experienced babysitters.

9 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Who gave the woman her first mountain bike?

A．Her father.

B．Her uncle.

C．Her brother.

2. Why did the woman slow down at one point in the race?

A．The road was full of rocks.

B．She was too tired to go ahead.

C．A reporter appeared suddenly.

3. What does the woman think is the most important before the race?

A．Having enough sleep.

B．Checking the road in advance.

C．Keeping the bike in good condition.

4. What does the woman say about the clothes?

A．They have to be tight.

B．They should be pretty.

C．They need to be comfortable.

10 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why does the man come to the restaurant?

A．It serves tasty meat.

B．He heard the food was healthy.

C．His friend recommended it.

2. What change will the restaurant make next month?

A．It will use more natural food.

B．It will provide more snacks.

C．It will move closer to the farm.

3. What will the man probably do next?

A．Pay the bill.

B．Order his meal.

C．Praise the menu.