1 . 假定你是班长李华，你班教师决定组织班上学生于本周六参观中国国家博物馆，请根据以下提示写一篇口头通知。
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1. 活动安排（活动日期，出发时间，出行方式等）；
2. 活动要求（穿校服，参观结束后写观后感等）。
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参考词汇:中国国家博物馆the National Museum of China
Boys and girls,

May I have your attention, please?

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That's all. Thank you.

2 . “Wanted: Violin. Can’t pay much. Call me at...”

Why did I notice that? I wondered, since I seldom look at such ads. I put the newspaper on my lap and closed my eyes, _______ what had happened many years before, when my family _______ to make a living on our farm. I, too, had wanted a violin, but we didn’t have the money.

When my arms grew long enough, how I wanted one! But I knew it was impossible. It was not a good year. At harvest the crops did not bring as much as we had hoped. Yet _______ times were hard, I couldn’t wait any longer to ask, “Daddy, may I have a violin of my own?”

Daddy looked _______ . That night, I heard him pray, “…Mary wants her own violin.” One evening we all sat around the table. Daddy wrote a letter to his friend, Mr Finkle, a violinist. When Daddy received a letter from Columbus several weeks later, he announced, “We’ll be driving to Columbus.”

The day finally _______ . After we got there, Mr Finkle, a tall man, opened the door. “Come in!” he and Daddy heartily shook hands at once.

He _______ a case, opened it and lifted out a violin. He said, “Carl, I found it in a shop for _______ dollars. It’s a good violin.” Then he handed the violin to me. I noticed the _______ in Daddy’s eyes. It was mine! I stroked (抚摸) the violin gently. The wood was a golden brown that seemed to warm in the light. “It’s beautiful.” I said, barely breathing.

The day I carried my violin to school for my first lesson no one could imagine the bursting feeling in my heart. Over the months I _______ every day. When I was ready to join the school orchestra (管弦乐队), I shook with ________ . I sat in the third row of violins and wore my white jacket. My heart beat ________ at my first public performance. I felt sure everyone in the audience was watching me. Daddy and Mother smiled ________ at their little girl.

I thought of Daddy, who did all he could to ________ my needs when I was a little girl. I wonder if I had ever thanked him.

At last I walked to the ________ and dialed the number. Later in the day, a man in his 30s knocked on the door. “My daughter wants a violin so badly,” he said. “ ________ are you asking?” Any music store, I knew, would offer me a nice sum. But now I heard my voice answer, “Seven dollars.”

1.

A．updating

B．remembering

C．defining

D．reflecting

2.

A．struggled

B．intended

C．planned

D．agreed

3.

A．now that

B．in case

C．as though

D．even though

4.

A．sad

B．joyful

C．pleased

D．satisfied

5.

A．gathered

B．went

C．stuck

D．arrived

6.

A．made up

B．brought up

C．picked up

D．cleaned up

7.

A．three

B．five

C．seven

D．nine

8.

A．riddles

B．tears

C．pressure

D．energy

9.

A．functioned

B．aimed

C．practised

D．adapted

10.

A．excitement

B．sadness

C．fear

D．confusion

11.

A．eagerly

B．wildly

C．seriously

D．suddenly

12.

A．generously

B．frankly

C．falsely

D．proudly

13.

A．decorate

B．confirm

C．meet

D．learn

14.

A．target

B．snack

C．costume

D．phone

15.

A．How soon

B．How much

C．How often

D．How long

3 . The art of keeping a diary isn’t something new.     1     People keep diaries because they feel that there is something important enough in their lives to keep track of. However, one’s definition may differ from another’s point of view. Although many diaries are for personal satisfaction, others use it for business purposes, in order to keep a historical record for generations.     2    

1. To record and recall events and issues

    3     The diary can be a valuable tool to determine many things about past situations and events. You can look at recorded history as a mixture of diaries recorded by historians. Past records are all that we have to go on when we want to know history. If they are incorrect, the results can be deadly.

2. To honestly express your own thoughts and feelings

Many people are reflective and like to reflect on past situations and events. Recording thoughts and feelings will help others to understand why you do what you do along with past experiences which may have been either pleasant or unpleasant.

3. To have better self-reflection

This is similar to meditation (沉思). You reflect on past mistakes in order to avoid repeating them in the future.     4     I often reflect on the mistakes that I have made when dealing with circumstances, situations, and people. Sometimes people see diaries as an honest written self-assessment of situations which you may have been involved in, problems that you came across, and the steps that you took to solve them. It is often used in the workplace so that the incoming replacement will have an excellent idea of what to expect during performance of the job.

4. To increase vocabulary and improve writing skills

The only way to become more expert at performing a task is by doing it. Practice makes perfect and keeping a diary will help you to improve your communication and writing skills.     5    

A．There are many different types of diaries.

B．The more you write, the better you become at writing.

C．This is probably the primary reason that diaries are kept.

D．I have found this type of reflection to be helpful in my personal life.

E．Below is a list of reasons that people may choose to keep a diary.

F．There are many who choose to create and use diaries for various reasons.

G．It often helps when we communicate our feelings and problems to others.

4 . However seemingly boring, the choices we make in social activities almost always depend on those with whom we’re dealing. If we’re out of work, for example, and meet someone for the first time, we would tend to act differently if we believe he or she is a potential (潜在的) boss. We’d probably be more attentive, keep longer eye contact, choose our words a little more carefully, speak with increased confidence, and so on. With good friends, or perhaps those who don’t have high respect, our conduct would almost certainly be less respectful. Who the receiver is and, or rather, the status (地位) level that we attach to him or her, affects how we express ourselves.

Our feelings about the use of laughter and humor will also depend on those with whom we’re relating. Their status will help direct the course of activities. We feel more comfortable expressing laughter in the presence of close friends than near a scientist or a leader.

Not only will we adjust our direction of conversation based on others’ status, but also on their emotional state or mood at the time of the exchange. If friends are celebrating their job promotion, we’re going to be more comfortable laughing with them than under more typical conditions. If they’re dealing with a job loss, we’ll probably avoid drawing attention to their job.

As social animals, we’re born with an ability to “read” the status and the emotional state of others. This is true even when dealing with strangers. Most of the time their clues are nonverbal (非语言的), many being realized subconsciously (下意识地). For example, expensive clothing or watches might show their financial status; something about their facial expressions or willingness to make eye contact can suggest their mood.

This will lead us to the next, and maybe most important question: What is the nature of the relationship between the sender and the receiver or receivers? The answer directly affects our ability to understand who someone is and how they are. This will be the topic I deal with beginning with my next chapter.

1. What does the example in Paragraph 1 suggest?

A．Shared respect is the basis of friendships.	B．The choices we make are of great importance.
C．Social activities are affected by status.	D．Communication is easier between equal partners.

2. With whom do we feel most comfortable laughing?

A．A potential boss.	B．A newly married friend.
C．A recently-promoted leader.	D．A prize-winning scientist.

3. How can we read strangers’ emotional state?

A．By observing how they dress.	B．By asking about their wish to talk.
C．By focusing on their conversational clues.	D．By understanding their body language.

4. Where is the text most probably taken from?

A．An official report.	B．A philosophy magazine.
C．A textbook.	D．A social science book.

5 . I’ve always been the sort of person who hated being asked to answer questions in class, not because I didn’t know the answer (in fact I’m pretty clever, and usually do have the right answers), but because I didn’t like attention drawn to me. Besides, I don’t have a lot of friends. I get joked about a lot since I’ve always been a fat kid.

I’ve found a way to change all that.

It began when a teacher suggested I try out for the basketball team. At first I thought it was an absolutely crazy idea. Being fat, I just knew that I’d only embarrass myself. But because the teacher — a favorite with me — kept insisting I “go for it,” I decided to give it a try.

When I first started attending the practice sessions, I really didn’t have a good handle on the game of basketball. To be honest, I didn’t even know the rules of the game. Luckily, I wasn’t the only one “new” to the game, so I decided to do my best at each practice session. I was learning, and I was getting better — even if it was little by little.

And then it became more fun. And more inspiring. I practiced and practiced. Pretty soon the competitive part of me was winning over my fat-kid challenge. I began to forget that I was fat. I even discovered that my “size” wasn’t such a disadvantage at all; I could make a basket from right under the net and block at the same time! I never had so much fun!

Gaining self-confidence in playing inspired me to try out other things. I have gone from “hiding” myself to raising my hand. With my new and improved self-confidence comes more praise, some from teachers, and some from teammates and classmates. But these days, they also come from the face in the mirror — which is the person whose comments I value most. Best of all, I’m learning to really believe in myself.

1. Why did the author dislike being called on in class?

A．He hated most subjects.	B．He didn't know the answers.
C．He was too shy to speak in class.	D．He was not comfortable with being noticed.

2. What does the underlined word “embarrass” in Paragraph 3 mean?

A．To make sb feel pleased or interested.	B．To make sb feel surprised.
C．To make sb feel shy or ashamed.	D．To invite sb to enter a competition.

3. How did playing basketball benefit the author?

A．He became sure of himself.	B．He lost a lot of weight.
C．He learned to cooperate.	D．He developed a funny personality.

4. What can be the best title for the text?

A．An overweight Kid’s Basketball Journey	B．The Best Way to Gain Confidence
C．The Power of Competitive Sports	D．A Teacher’s Impact on a Student’s Life

6 . With increasing information through technology, our students are becoming less active and do not develop relationships with self, others and the environment. Outdoor Education does not only promote physical development in students but it also focuses on each of their personal, social and self-awareness development.

That is what the Outdoor Education Programme (OEP) at Marymount Convent School aims to do. The most interesting part of Marymount’s OEP is the adventure camp that helps students to grow in determination and courage as they deal with challenges. The adventure camp provides an opportunity for the students to learn more about basic survival skills, respect and responsibility for self, others and environmental awareness.

For the energetic ones, like Sofia-Jane Wong Enqi, the activities in OEP are a dream come true. She loves activities such as hiking and team-building activities. During hiking, the primary 6 student learnt the value of cooperation (合作) instead of competition. She discovered how easy it was for her and her teammates to complete challenges when people were not fighting to take the lead but instead stopping and listening to each other.

Another primary 6 student, Mithra Anandan, got an even greater benefit while hiking. She had never been very interested in physical activities but as she joined her friends on a hike, she learnt to continue despite having to stop for breaks. Working hard to reach the end of the hike taught her the value of adaptation even if others can go farther or faster. It is not about a race; it is about completing and enjoying a journey.

Their parents also observed clear improvements in their children’s self-management and responsibility. “My parents praised me for my positive change in character and of course, I had burnt a good amount of calories!” says Mithra laughingly. Sofia-Jane adds: “Days after I returned from the camp, my mom said that I became more independent, cleaning up after my meals and doing my homework without being reminded.”

1. What does the underlined word “That” in Paragraph 2 probably refer to?

A．Promoting the all-round development of students.

B．Increasing students’ knowledge of technology.

C．Helping students enjoy their love of adventure.

D．Letting parents take part in outdoor activities.

2. What did Sofia-Jane say about hiking?

A．It taught her basic life skills.

B．It improved her self-management skills.

C．It helped her know the importance of cooperation.

D．It raised her awareness of the environment.

3. What benefit did Mithra gain while hiking?

A．Strong physical strength.	B．A competitive spirit.
C．Great determination.	D．A sense of responsibility.

4. What is the best title for the text?

A．How to survive in the wild

B．Why students love adventure camps

C．Outdoor Education Programme: a team-building activity

D．Beyond the classroom: learning in the great outdoors

7 . 2023 UAiTED Creation Competition

The 2023 UAiTED Creation Competition is designed to make full use of high-tech creation to improve ideas and solutions for problems related to global development.

In this competition, students will need to identify any existing problems of the selected theme and think out solutions. There will be 2 rounds of judging — the preliminary (初步的) and final. All the finalists will have a chance to win the UAiTED Fellowship Award.

Competition themes

•Challenge#1: Home and Social Care for the Aging Communities

•Challenge#2: Domestic Waste Handling for Large City Communities

Eligibility (参赛资格)

Participants (参加者) must be registered students at any of the UAiTED partner universities on the date of entry (参赛作品) into the competition.

How to enter

Stage One: Individual Registration (March 15, 2023-March 29, 2023)

1. All participants must register through the UAiTED official website no later than the 29th of March 2023.

2. Entries must be handed in in English and can only be handed in via the UAiTED website.

Stage Two: Team Registration (April 1, 2023-April 16, 2023)

1. Only individuals that have completed Stage 1 registration are able to hand in team registration.

2. Participants will be added to a Facebook group to form teams after Stage l registration.

3. All teams must register via the UAiTED official website no later than the 16th of April 2023.

4. Only one representative of the team will need to hand in the team registration.

Team formation

4-6 students per team. No pre-team formation is required.

1. When should individuals turn in their team registration?

A．Between March 15, 2023 and April 1, 2023.	B．Between March 15, 2023 and March 29, 2023.
C．Between April 1, 2023 and April 16, 2023.	D．Between March 29, 2023 and April 1, 2023.

2. How can individuals enter the competition?

A．By setting up a team before the competition.	B．By handing in their entries in two languages.
C．By registering via the UAiTED official website.	D．By adding their entries to a Facebook group.

3. Which of the following is true about the competition?

A．It is designed for all the students.

B．It has two rounds of judging.

C．It requires participants to start a new business.

D．It calls for solutions to all the problems in the world.

8 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What is the talk mainly about?

A．Safety rules.

B．Training steps.

C．Kite-surfing skills.

2. What is the most basic principle?

A．Bringing protective clothing.

B．Getting necessary training.

C．Being able to swim.

3. What does the speaker remind listeners to do at last?

A．Avoid the crowd.

B．Pay attention to the weather.

C．Check the equipment.

4. What will listeners do next?

A．Watch a video.

B．Begin practicing.

C．Choose instructors.

9 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What are the speakers doing?

A．Exchanging ideas.

B．Attending a meeting.

C．Conducting a survey.

2. What is Jack’s research about?

A．Private cars and life quality.

B．Private cars and human health.

C．Food quality and human health.

3. Who are Jessie’s original targets?

A．Her schoolmates.

B．Her parents.

C．Her teachers.

4. How many people gave feedback (反馈) on the questionnaire?

A．500.

B．800.

C．2,000.

10 . 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

With a broad smile on her lips, Sirin, a15-year-old girl, ran with joy to show off her new painting to her mom. But the mother spoke in a hushed tone, “Shh.. honey. I am busy with an important talk. I will look at it. Just wait for sometime, OK?”

Sirin frowned (皱眉) and decided to show it to her dad.

“Dad, see what I have done,” Sirin announced aloud in a thrilling voice.

Dad turned around while adjusting his tie and showed the thumbs-up.

Immediately, blowing her two cheeks, Sirin complained (抱怨), “Dad, you haven’t seen it yet.”

He smiled at her, saying, “No time, baby. I’ll look at it later.”

She was not a kid to be pleased with a simple gesture or a smile. Dad was in a hurry, so he just kissed her forehead (额头), and rushed to go to work.

Sirin stood there for a few seconds, and then rushed into her own bedroom. She threw her painting on the floor, closed the door and lay on her bed. Looking up to the ceiling (天花板), she thought to herself, “Why is everybody so busy?” Her eyes were filled with tears. She thought that her mom and dad would admire her painting,but they didn’t pay any attention to it. It seemed that every single person on this earth was busy with their own work and no one had time to share a single moment with her, neither in happiness nor in sorrow! She was fed up with (受够了) everybody having “no time” for her.

When her mom called her for dinner, she came late to join them on purpose. “I made this special noodles for you, honey,” said Mom while passing the bowl towards Sirin. Sirin kept silent and didn’t want to give a look at her mom. Mom was surprised to see the unusual behaviour. She couldn’t guess anything. Suddenly, the morning incident occurred to her. Softly, she asked, “Honey, did I do something wrong? Why are you so sad?”

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Paragraph l:
Hearing what Mom said, Sirin couldn’t help crying and ran into her room.
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Paragraph 2:
The next day, when Sirin turned on the light in her bedroom after school, she couldn’t believe what she was seeing!
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