1 . He made every effort to smooth out his habitual worried look and wear a sunny smile, since a happy expression can lead to g______ (真诚) happy feelings. (根据中英文提示填空)

2 . The d______ (离开，启程) of the train was delayed by an hour, causing inconvenience for the passengers waiting at the station. (根据中英文提示填空)

3 . I have always enjoyed cold climates and connecting to the environment.

In November 2023, I joined the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust (英国南极遗产信托基金会), the charity that looks after British heritage in Antarctica, as their _________. I’m responsible for sorting the letters that are sent here, the southernmost post office in the world. _________,I observe the environment and _________ my neighbours, the penguins(企鹅).

Five of us now share the island with 1,000 penguins, who of course are given _________. They have their own paths to walk down to the shore(岸边)and we get used to slowing down, always keeping our _________, and waiting for them to pass. Every two days we _________ the nests and eggs, and send that information to British Antarctic Survey.

When we arrived here in November, the base had been shut for winter, _________ when we got off the ship, we dug _________ through snow for hours before we could open the front door. _________ our lives here takes a lot of work, as we’ve got no running water, no showers, and there is a lot of snow __________.

As postmaster, I’ve __________ 20,000 letters so far, including postcards from stamp __________. They request particular postmarks or stamps, and can be very __________ about where they want them placed.

On our days off, we enjoy going on long walks around the island, taking more time for all the __________ things, such as slight changes in the weather and tiny green plants. Sometimes I feel __________ simply by looking at the sun reflected in the water.

1.

A．reporter

B．postmaster

C．researcher

D．explorer

2.

A．In other words

B．In turn

C．In addition

D．In summary

3.

A．keep track of

B．guard against

C．take control of

D．get hold of

4.

A．duties

B．supplies

C．preference

D．treatment

5.

A．secrets

B．balance

C．word

D．distance

6.

A．clean

B．remove

C．count

D．replace

7.

A．so

B．but

C．because

D．or

8.

A．easily

B．breathlessly

C．unwillingly

D．separately

9.

A．Discovering

B．Maintaining

C．Escaping

D．Enriching

10.

A．fighting

B．remaining

C．disappearing

D．digging

11.

A．processed

B．written

C．delivered

D．collected

12.

A．collectors

B．sellers

C．buyers

D．makers

13.

A．hesitant

B．curious

C．anxious

D．specific

14.

A．small

B．obvious

C．powerful

D．important

15.

A．worried

B．touched

C．confused

D．surprised

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。

Sun Zi Bingfa, or The Art of War, is one of the most     1     (influence) military books in the whole history of humankind and     2     (read) for more than 2,000 years. Sun Tzu, a legendary military Chinese strategist during the Spring and Autumn Period, is regarded as the ultimate master of war.

Sun Tzu moved to the State of Wu in 532 BC, and later completed the great military work    3     (compose) of 13 articles altogether,     4     he fully demonstrated his insight into warfare. He suggested     5     (analyze) the conditions between one side and the rival before drawing the war plan. He emphasized the victorious general must be familiar with his enemies just as    6     himself. He also explained two types of decisive factors: the objective and stable one, like the     7     (effective) of the army; and the subjective and changeable one, like the spirit of the soldiers. He believed that competition of economy between states is     8     nature of war. Meanwhile, the supreme art and goal of war is     9     (defeat) the enemy with strategies instead of only force. His spirit and wisdom    10     (unique) remind us that peace is the common objective we should pursue.

5 . Hop on the Silent Walking Trend

Silent walking involves walking outdoors without distractions like music or conversations, focusing on the mind-body-nature connection.     1     That’s a slower, lower-impact way to relax and is great for fitness. Here’s everything you need to know about the trend.

Select a natural setting and fully engage your senses. For reaping the mental health benefits, it is recommended to find a quiet and peaceful natural location.     2     Meanwhile, consciously observing the sights, sounds, smells, and physical sensations during the walk can significantly impact cognitive and emotional well-being.

To stimulate the mind, consider exploring different routes than usual. Without your favourite podcast or playlist, you might slip into boredom on your walk.     3     And it might even be good for your brain. Scientists applaud the virtues of boredom for brain health, believing that it boosts creativity and improves social connections. And if you do get bored, rest assured that it shows you’ve disconnected from external distractions. Go with it, and make sure you take a different route each time—it’ll keep you motivated.

Start off with five-minute silent walks and eventually build up to thirty minutes. If you’re usually a headphone wearer, it will feel super weird to walk without your go-to tunes, but give yourself a second to adjust. Chances are, once you’re a few minutes into your silent walk, you’ll feel the magic kick in.     4    

Regular reflection and ongoing documentation are essential. After completing a silent walk, take time to reflect upon any emerging thoughts, feelings, or insights.     5     Journaling about the experience can also solidify connections between thoughts and ideas, providing a valuable tool for self-reflection and growth.

A．But being bored won’t hurt you.

B．Taking different paths can lead to exciting discoveries.

C．Adjusting the routine gradually can help ease into the experience.

D．You’ll also start noticing the little things around you more clearly.

E．They can deepen understanding and serve as a record of personal growth

F．Unlike exercise-oriented walking, it isn’t about reaching certain speed or steps

G．In such an environment, you can immerse yourself in the natural soundscape (音景) .

6 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Chengdu is a famous historical and cultural city with a history over 3,000 years.     1     (locate) in the west plain in the Sichuan Basin, it serves as the provincial center     2     politics, economy, culture, and transportation. Known as the land of abundance, Chengdu boasts plentiful local     3     (product), a pleasant climate, a large number of historical sites, and fine traditional handicrafts well known both at home and abroad.

Chengdu is known for its tea houses! There are hundreds, maybe thousands. A good tea to get is the     4     (local) produced jasmine bamboo leaf green tea, which enjoys greater fame in     5     (compare) with other types in China.

Some great local delicacies include spicy chicken with peanuts, dry fried green beans, and, mapo tofu. Kung pao chicken handmade sweets     6     (call) Dragon’s whiskers.

What is advised is     7     you spend enough time in Chengdu visiting the Giant Pandas and the Giant Buddha. The Panda research centre     8     (hold) the largest number of red pandas, and most possibly also Giant pandas.

As     9     important city in southwest, Chengdu has convenient communications. More than 160     10     (schedule) flights go to over 60 large and medium-sized cities at home and abroad. The Shuangliu International Airport is only 20 kilometers away from the city.

7 . Today I am working with Simon for starting a mobile repairing shop. His _______ made me think of the day he joined us as a participant under Naya Savera, a skill-building program for different _______ .

My _______ stretches back very easily. When I first looked at him during selection interview we conducted for _______ the participants, I wondered how I was going to _______ this person who could not even walk on his feet.

Simon has a serious problem in both his legs and to reach from one place to another he has to depend on a wheelchair. I didn’t take him _______ at first, but something changed when we started _______ with him.

He made us laugh with all his funny stories, and made us cry by sharing his _______ to live normally. It is a _______ that people underestimate him and look down on his ________ to become a successful person. By the time interview was over, we were all looking at him with ________ and wondered who interviewed whom as most of the time he was the one ________ questions.

Needless to say he was ________ for the training program and also completed the program with ease. He was one of the participants who never missed even a single day of ________. He was one of the highest scorers in exams held on completion of the training program. He ________ everyone with his positivity and attitude.

1.

A．wisdom

B．enthusiasm

C．patience

D．bravery

2.

A．looks

B．dreams

C．backgrounds

D．abilities

3.

A．memory

B．lesson

C．experience

D．intention

4.

A．putting on

B．taking up

C．putting up

D．taking on

5.

A．thank

B．praise

C．help

D．blame

6.

A．carefully

B．severely

C．violently

D．seriously

7.

A．talking

B．working

C．competing

D．cooperating

8.

A．conflict

B．division

C．struggle

D．submission

9.

A．chance

B．risk

C．trick

D．pity

10.

A．hesitation

B．determination

C．foundation

D．absence

11.

A．horror

B．awe

C．relief

D．care

12.

A．posing

B．answering

C．designing

D．solving

13.

A．persuaded

B．selected

C．consulted

D．questioned

14.

A．competition

B．camping

C．training

D．exposure

15.

A．comforted

B．dismissed

C．assessed

D．touched

8 . The world is a vast and beautiful place, full of natural wonders and man-made marvels. From the ancient ruins of Rome to the Great Wall of China, there are countless places that make us proud of our ancestors.     1     They are also essential for future generations.

Heritage is our legacy. It is what we pass down to our children and grandchildren. Heritage helps us to understand the past. It can teach us about our ancestors and their culture. Heritage can inspire us.     2     Heritage can unite us. It can bring people together from different backgrounds and cultures.

    3     The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef system, and it is at risk from natural forces, including climate change and pollution. The Amazon rainforest is the world’s largest tropical rainforest, regulating the Earth’s climate. It is at risk from human activities, like deforestation, mining, and agriculture.

We can all do our part to help preserve these sites. Learn more about the sites that are on the List of World Heritage in Danger.     4     Support organizations that are working to protect these sites. You can donate money, volunteer your time, or spread the word about their work.

Together, we can make a difference.     5    

A．It can give us hope for the future.

B．Choose sustainable lifestyles every day.

C．Future generations can be more responsible.

D．Unfortunately, many of them are under threat.

E．Let’s work together to preserve these incredible sites.

F．The more you know, the better you do in the preservation.

G．But these places are not just important for our own enjoyment.

9 . How can a large city find water for 10 million people if it is in the desert? Fog-catching nets on hills around the city of Lima, the capital of Peru, could solve the city’s water shortages for good. A twenty-meter high net tower will soon be displayed in the city as a solution to the problem.

Peru’s capital city has just one inch of rain a year. The city sees high annual temperatures and water consumption rates. Located in a desert, the city’s temperatures are higher than world averages. However, a unique feature of Lima’s weather offers a way of meeting some of this demand. Located on the coast, Lima’s surrounding hills are constantly bathed in waves of fog coming off the Pacific Ocean, and the moisture (湿气) taken in by plants ensures they stay green year-round.

Inspired by fog nets placed by rural communities across the continent, Alberto Fernandez, a Chilean architect currently studying for a Ph.D. from University College London, has designed a series of towers and fog-catching nets. They can collect as much as 1,000 liters of water per day, amounting to 3.6 million liters per year, if enough are put into use. Their towering structure allows them to get into the clouds, collecting more vital water vapor (蒸气), and their unique shape means that no matter the direction of the wind, the moisture-rich fog will strike some part of the structure directly.

The water will largely be used for agriculture — as the water would require filtering (过滤) before consumption — helping free up resources for city residents. Cheaper than filtering water from the Rimac River, these towers and nets, which Fernandez says could be built up to 200 meters high, are part of a series of designs for the Lima 2035 project. It aims to change current desertification and create a new place for sustainable and human-centered food systems that promote healthy diets and improve incomes in the driest city on Earth.

1. What makes plants in Lima stay green year-round?

A．The heavy rainfall.	B．The high temperature.
C．The net tower.	D．The unique location.

2. What does Fernandez draw inspirations from?

A．The direction of the wind.	B．The moisture-rich fog.
C．The height of the tower.	D．The fog-catching net.

3. What will Fernandez’s design mainly help to do?

A．Supply drinking water.	B．Turn desert into rich soil.
C．Increase food production.	D．Develop healthy lifestyles.

4. Which of following would be a suitable title for the text?

A．Fog-catching towers help solve water shortage

B．The driest city on Earth faces a serious problem

C．Fernandez designed the first fog-catching net

D．Water plays a role in a sustainable food system

10 . Corsicana Middle School is now offering a new elective (选修科目), Outdoor Education, which covers several areas of learning. The course includes hunter and angler education, camping, survival skills and archery. The students recently got a visit from Captain Heath Butaud from the Corsicana Fire Department and learned more about putting out and preventing fires along with how to use a fire extinguisher. They then were allowed to put their knowledge to the test with a simulated (模拟的) fire on a screen and an extinguisher. These types of activities among the others mentioned all teach problem-solving skills to students which they can use for life-long learning.

The course began as an idea that CMS Principal Johnson came up with after spending time outside of work hunting. The class currently has 60 students and is a mix of those who have outdoor experience and those who don’t. “The course is really about the interaction,” Vice Principal Hervey said. “It doesn’t matter who is better or worse; everyone is at the same level, doing the same tasks.”

While the class does do several exciting activities and field trips, the meaning behind the course runs much deeper. “The idea is to get the kids outdoors,” Owen said. “The byproduct (副产品) of that has turned into working together, building new relationships and the feeling of fulfillment the course brings.” The learning and completion of new tasks such as cooking chicken and vegetables on an open flame, using a compass and more have allowed for the students to have more discipline, self-esteem and perform better overall academically.

As the program begins to grow, the ideas behind the basis of the course have stayed the same. “We want to have the ideal that there are no racial, physical, gender or socioeconomic boundaries,” Hervey said. “Students can therefore enjoy an equal opportunity to participate and become engaged in extracurricular activities.”

1. What’s the purpose of offering the students a new elective?

A．To acquire problem-solving skills.	B．To train them to be future firemen.
C．To apply knowledge to their exams.	D．To obtain more methods of learning.

2. Which of the following is an additional benefit of the new elective?

A．Adapting quickly to technology.	B．Experiencing exciting activities.
C．Improving cooperative abilities.	D．Surviving some sudden illnesses.

3. What can you infer from the last paragraph?

A．The program proves ideal.	B．Social inequality still exists.
C．Self-discipline means success.	D．The program needs promoting.

4. Where is this text probably taken from?

A．An education magazine.	B．A business analysis.
C．An economic report.	D．A science fiction.