1 . 这些早期的移民把他们的幸存归功于艰苦的劳动和必胜的决心。（owe…to…）
These early settlers ____________________

2 . What did Lucas buy this time?

A．Hot pot materials.

B．Chinese textbooks.

C．Delicious cakes.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How does Andrew find self-service supermarkets?

A．Unsafe.

B．Convenient.

C．Time-consuming.

2. What is the woman’s unsatisfied with?

A．The poor products.

B．The rude salesperson.

C．The troublesome process.

3. Where does the woman prefer to buy water?

A．In a supermarket.

B．In a self-service store.

C．In a convenience store.

4 . In today’s not-so-golden time of domestic air travel, checking a suitcase for free is a luxury afforded to few. And those who do check their bags often find themselves stressing out during the whole journey, wondering if their luggage (行李) is actually going to arrive at their destination with them. As a result, more travelers than ever are choosing to bring their belongings into a carry-on bag — many of them big and heavy, with wheels.

The result? A boarding free-for-all (混战), as nervous flyers wait around the gate hoping to be among the first to get on the plane — all to get a tiny piece of overhead space near their seat. Unfortunately, the older versions of those highly desired bins (柜) were not designed with your average carry-on roller suitcase in mind. They must be laid down flat, leaving a small space above them that is of little use, while taking up a good piece of bin space.

Enter French aircraft maker Airbus launches its new “Airspace L Bins” designed to be refitted in only three to five days. These specially shaped overhead compartments (隔层) promise to create 60% more cabin luggage space than traditional systems. How? Simply by allowing travelers to load their carry-on roller bags vertically (垂直地) instead of having to lay them flat. Made of ultra-lightweight composite (复合的) products, the refit reuses many parts of the original bin including the sidewall, ceiling and lighting to cut down on waste.

Flight attendants will likely approve of the new compartments too, knowing they can complete boarding procedures while hearing far fewer complaints from flyers about how they don’t have a place to store their bags.

Luggage has long been a contentious and complicated issue in the aviation world, and that doesn’t appear set to change with or without bigger bins. In the end, regardless of traveler preferences, most would agree that if better-designed bins can speed up the time we spend getting on and off the plane, we’re all for them.

1. Which of the following stops passengers from checking their luggage?

A．Cost and security.	B．Habit and preference.
C．Character and personality.	D．Environmental issues and protection.

2. Why are passengers eager to get on the plane first?

A．To get a convenient luggage holder.

B．To occupy the most comfortable seat.

C．To check their luggage free of charge.

D．To make sure their luggage is safe.

3. What can we learn about “Airspace L Bins” from the text?

A．They are made of a single material.	B．They are all refitted under the seats.
C．Their parts are entirely newly made.	D．They allow luggage to be set vertically.

4. What can we infer from the last two paragraphs?

A．Bigger bins are not key to flights.	B．The luggage problem has been totally settled.
C．New bins can save time for passengers.	D．Travelers will change their preferences.

5 . I first started sending articles out in the 1980s. Because I was immature at that time, I sent them to all the major magazines and newspapers and _______ waited for their replies. I didn’t know that I was starting a collection of _______ letters thick enough to support a table with half a leg cut off. And since publishers _______ sending out printed letters years ago, my ever-increasing total carries _______ weight on my hard drive (硬盘).

There’s a famous Samuel Beckett saying that goes like this, “Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail _______.” Beckett, a well-known Irish writer, struggled against _______ in publishing just like me.

My rejection folder weighs two pounds, but that’s considerably less than the _______ of the hundreds of magazines, newspapers and books that accepted and _______ pieces of mine. The rejection folder is just a _______ that I have to do the work and keep doing it. It’s a chance to ________ what those who reject my works have to say, to be more objective about their negative ________ and to see if there is believable value to take from the ________. It’s simply a(n) ________ to make the work better — or leave it be.

That pile of rejections is a step ________ can stand on to be a bit higher on their way to “yes”. What matters is that you can’t ________ if you don’t keep sending your articles out. Fail better.

1.

A．curiously

B．eagerly

C．secretly

D．calmly

2.

A．invitation

B．congratulation

C．rejection

D．appreciation

3.

A．delayed

B．stopped

C．considered

D．enjoyed

4.

A．reasonable

B．final

C．specific

D．electronic

5.

A．better

B．earlier

C．harder

D．faster

6.

A．fortune

B．nature

C．life

D．growth

7.

A．size

B．weight

C．depth

D．cost

8.

A．sponsored

B．awarded

C．published

D．found

9.

A．promise

B．suggestion

C．prediction

D．reminder

10.

A．turn to

B．give up

C．pick out

D．look over

11.

A．images

B．reviews

C．effects

D．attitudes

12.

A．experiences

B．adventures

C．expectations

D．competitions

13.

A．evidence

B．plan

C．opportunity

D．strategy

14.

A．illustrators

B．publishers

C．writers

D．editors

15.

A．succeed

B．escape

C．relieve

D．suffer

6 . 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。

On October 15, 2023, the Chinese Embassy in the United States on Sunday hosted a ”Discover Beijing Opera“ cultural event at its Public Diplomacy Center in Washington D. C.,     1     (bring)the charm of the traditional Chinese stage art to nearly 100 people from all walks of life.

The event was co-organized by DC’s Beauty of Beijing Opera Lad(DCBBO)and a local     2     (organize)Things to Do DC. Minister Jing Quan of the embassy attended the event.

At the event, the guests     3     (show)the make-up process of a ”guifei”(noble consort)as well as props(道具)and costumes     4     (use)in the Beijing Opera. In addition, the history, performance features, and beauty of the traditional art were also on show.

Through performances such     5     “Battle at the Hu Village”, “Empty City Strategy”, “Monkey King” and “Drunken Beauty”, the audience experienced a great joy of the major types of roles of the Beijing Opera and the     6     (base)skills including singing, reciting, acting, and martial arts.

The audience went on stage     7     (experience)horse riding, male role walking, fighting, playing small gong(锣)—     8     musical instrument in Beijing Opera-and acting with water sleeves.

“This is unique. This is fantastic,” Gregory Bland, CEO of Things to Do DC, told Xinhua. “I’m looking around: everyone’s smiling; everyone’s happy. They’re running up to take     9     (picture); they’re running up to get involved; they’re all asking questions. ”

This cultural event was held successfully,     10     would help promote people-to-people exchanges, he said.

7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What causes the party to be put off?

A．An unexpected meeting.

B．The terrible weather.

C．A changed plan.

2. When was the party supposed to be held at first?

A．This Saturday.

B．This Sunday.

C．Next weekend.

8 . Back to School: Tips to Help Students Adjust

Going back to school can be a scary, trying time for some students. Their worries may be related to adjusting to a new school, fear of what this school year will be like, being accepted by classmates or teachers and feeling pressure to get good grades. These tips can help students adjust:

For students attending a new school, visit the school in advance if possible. Many schools will offer student, parent and teacher conferences before school starts.     1    . Additionally, it allows an opportunity for parents and students to see the new school.

Review academic expectations. Identify where at home students will sit to do homework each day, such as at their desk or the kitchen table. When are they expected to start their homework? Review expectations for grades and how the family will address academic challenges.     2     .

Develop a good life routine for school. Make sure students sleep enough and develop consistent sleep routines, so students are able to mentally and emotionally prepare for bedtime.     3     and proper nutrition can help prepare students for learning. If they’re hungry, they’re more likely to have difficulty focusing.

    4     . School years are a time for students to learn how to navigate relationships outside of their family and prepare them for adulthood. At times, that may mean working through a conflict or disagreement with a peer or a teacher. Developing an approach or a plan for unexpected matters is necessary.

There are times when routines and plans aren’t enough. If students don’t think they are adjusting well to school, reach out for additional support.     5    . You can also seek support outside of the school system through a behavioral health provider or your primary care provider.

A．So everyone can meet

B．For example, connect with teachers

C．Eat a healthy breakfast each morning

D．Try to meet different people at school

E．Have a plan for school-related conflicts

F．Anxiety or depression may be a contributing factor

G．Setting proper goals will help both children and parents

9 . 听下面一段独白, 回答以下小题。
1. What do most Indians like doing in their free time?

A．Doing sports.

B．Watching films.

C．Singing and dancing.

2. How much do most Bollywood films cost?

A．About $2 million.

B．About $5 million.

C．About $500 million.

3. What can we learn about Amitabh Bachchan?

A．He has starred in 114 films.

B．He is one of the greatest American actors.

C．He has a great passion for the film industry.

4. What does the speaker mainly talk about?

A．A brief introduction to Bollywood.

B．Common entertainment activities in India.

C．The comparison between Hollywood and Bollywood.

10 . During Brandi Tuck’s junior year at the University of Florida in 2004, her spring break plans fell through and it changed the course of her life.

All of her friends were going on alternative spring break trips, which gave them an opportunity to serve a diverse set of communities and she reluctantly signed up because nobody was going to the beach with her.

There were several trips to choose from, each focused on a cause like AIDs, women’s rights or the environment. But none of them spoke to Tuck. She’ d done community service for years, but more out of just a desire to enrich her resume (简历). “I picked the homelessness and poverty trip. I thought it was the least bad of the choices,” she recalled.

That spring, she and a dozen other students headed to Atlanta, Georgia, to spend a week volunteering at homeless shelters. The experience was eye-opening. At one shelter, one young boy’s request stopped her in her tracks. He said, “Oh, I love you. Can you please not go? Stay with me.” Tuck knew they didn’t have a lot of attention because the moms were so stressed. So she stayed. In that moment, Tuck decided to continue working at the shelter.

In 2008, Tuck started a nonprofit organization, now known as Path Home, which provides shelter, support, and a host of services to families experiencing homelessness in Portland, Oregon. The organization has since helped more than 10,000 parents and children. She also bought an old church to create an environment that would help families recover mentally as well as physically, giving them the sense of emotional, physical, and psychological safety.

Tuck says her wish is a society where every family receives the support and compassion they need to boom, which is all that she needs to continue doing the work.

1. What happened during Tuck’s spring break in 2004?

A．She traveled to the beach by herself.

B．She joined in a community service activity.

C．She was admitted to the University of Florida.

D．She organized a number of holiday study tours.

2. What does the underlined word “reluctantly” in paragraph 2 mean?

A．Excitedly.

B．Proudly.

C．Unwillingly.

D．Fortunately.

3. What is paragraph 5 mainly talking about?

A．Tuck’s sympathy for the poor.	B．The effort that Tuck made.
C．Tuck’s reason for volunteering.	D．The honor that Tuck received.

4. Which of the following inspires Tuck’s ongoing work with the homeless?

A．The little boy’s invitation.	B．Her wish to help all the homeless out.
C．The challenges from her volunteering.	D．Path Home’s development.