1 . 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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2.       请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答
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Hearing what Mom said, Sirin couldn’t help crying and ran into her room.
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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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2 . Travel always gives me much energy. As a new travel writer, I was _________ for a solo (单独的) visit. When I was going to leave finally, my three-year-old Maia didn’t _________ her sadness. I tried to comfort her and told her someday she’d understand the _________ of travel. Returning home after a few days away, I was _________ and inspired. Maia told me I could keep going on trips for work, but I needed to take her with me.

Then, a year after that trip, an _________ came to experience the train Rocky Mountaineer on a parent-child journey. The trip sounded too good to pass up. _________ me taking notes about the local scenery, Mai a wanted to _________ her worth as an assistant. She began _________ a local couple across the row from us, who chatted with her happily. Too young and _________ to spell more than a few words, she got their answers drawn. I was surprised when Maia ended up being such an easy traveling __________ .

When she was six, we flew to the Riviera Maya in Mexico. I was impressed by how __________ she was when we swam in deep underground caves in water. On the __________ home, my sticking-to-me-like-glue kid said it was okay that the air line didn’t __________ us together. It was then that I realized how much travel was __________ her and helping her become more independent and __________.

1.

A．suitable

B．grateful

C．concerned

D．anxious

2.

A．give up

B．hold back

C．talk about

D．fall into

3.

A．appeal

B．popularity

C．nature

D．necessity

4.

A．prepared

B．convinced

C．promoted

D．energized

5.

A．advertisement

B．effort

C．invitation

D．order

6.

A．Stopping

B．Keeping

C．Watching

D．Leaving

7.

A．appreciate

B．prove

C．estimate

D．applaud

8.

A．interviewing

B．challenging

C．testing

D．entertaining

9.

A．eager

B．ready

C．likely

D．unable

10.

A．agent

B．companion

C．manager

D．guide

11.

A．hopeless

B．selfless

C．fearless

D．aimless

12.

A．flight

B．train

C．ship

D．taxi

13.

A．lead

B．bring

C．greet

D．seat

14.

A．confirming

B．presenting

C．shaping

D．reminding

15.

A．adaptable

B．innovative

C．knowledgeable

D．sensitive

3 . With disastrous global warming already part of the climate system, today’s children face a future entirely unlike that of their parents. Unsurprisingly, children can have many feelings about climate change, such as being anxious, frightened, sad and angry. In a recent survey of American teenagers, 57 percent said that climate change made them feel scared and 52 percent said it made them feel angry.     1    .

The most important thing parents can give children is hope: there are solutions, and everyone has something to contribute, whatever their age. Parents can help them discover the facts, know that they are not alone and find ways to take action.     2    , which will help them manage their anxiety. It can also inspire constructive conversations that lead to collective action. However, that can feel hard for many parents.

    3    . But learning about the basics is “a critical first step in being able to talk”, according to Harriet Shugarman, who is the author of How to Talk to Your Kids About Climate Change. She is a nationally recognized influencer and trusted advisor to parents.     4    . Understanding the science equips them to make informed decisions.

Coverage includes:

·The realities of the climate emergency, where we are, and how we got here. It casts light on the historical progression of climate change.

·Strategies for talking to kids of different ages about the climate crisis. These include advice from experienced parents.

·How to keep our own hope and that of our children.

·A list of practical actions.     5    .

A．They tell families what they can do to deal with climate crisis

B．Use it as a chance to listen to their fears and hopes for the planet

C．Talking about climate change is key to preparing them for the future

D．Children can learn what a livable as well as green world looks like

E．These are very natural reactions to something uncertain and destructive

F．Parents needn’t be experts on climate science to explore the topic with children

G．This book offers both hope and practical ways to involve children in making a better world

4 . 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。

In 2018, 17-year-old Hemesh spent a life-changing summer with his grandmother Anne, who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Witnessing the impact of the disease firsthand, Hemesh was awakened to the seriousness of the situation.

One night, Hemesh walked into the kitchen only to discover that his grandmother had left the gas stove (炉) on after making tea. Shocked by the dangerous consequences Alzheimer’s disease could bring about, he couldn’t help but wonder what might have happened if he hadn’t been there.

Hemesh’s worries increased as he observed his grandmother’s behavior. She would wake up in the early hours of the morning, believing she was on a train, and wander outside aimlessly. This wandering tendency could potentially lead her to get lost or put herself in risky situations.

Determined to make a difference, Hemesh engaged himself in extensive research about Alzheimer’s disease and its symptomatic (症状的) progression. Through his studies, he discovered that wandering was a common problem among dementia patients, especially those with Alzheimer’s disease.

Inspired by his newfound knowledge and fueled by his desire to help, Hemesh told his family, “I can’t just stand by and watch this happen. I need to do something to keep Grandma safe. I think I have an idea that might help not just her, but others in similar situations.”

With firm determination, he developed an inventive answer to the wandering dilemma, a device he called the Guardian Companion. It was a wearable device, similar to a smartwatch, specifically designed for Alzheimer’s patients. It integrated advanced GPS technology and a panic button to assist those who tended to wander, ensuring their safety and well-being. After the device got its official approval, Hemesh happily went to try it on for his grandmother.

注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

As Anne put on the Guardian Companion, Hemesh explained how it worked.

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In the next few weeks, the device made a difference to Anne and her family.

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5 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What did Clara do at the weekend?

A．She planted vegetables.

B．She went to a yard sale.

C．She visited her grandpa.

2. What did Mark find inside one of the books he bought?

A．A plane ticket.

B．A family photo.

C．A post card.

3. Where does Mark live?

A．Los Angeles.

B．Chicago.

C．Philadelphia.

4. What is the relationship between Mark and Ashley?

A．Brother and sister.

B．Husband and wife.

C．Father and daughter.

6 . 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。

One day five-year-old Beth received a piano as a gift from her neighbor Mr. Laurence, which had belonged to his late granddaughter. When Beth saw that piano for the first time, she was playing with her friends. The beautiful sound flowing from the large pink piano immediately caught their attention. Turning around and seeing the charming piano decorated with golden birds, flowers, and trees that shone like stars, Beth was overwhelmed (充溢) with emotion.

After knowing it was from her neighbor Mr. Laurence, who had just lost her little granddaughter, Beth resolved to express her gratitude in spite of her shyness and worry. Mr. Laurence had always been seen as a “scary man” by the children for he is so tall with beard on the face and a deep voice, seemingly unapproachable.

“You’ll have to go and thank him,” said her sister Hannah by way of a joke, for the idea of the child’s really going never entered her head. “Yes, I mean to. I guess I’ll go now, before I get frightened thinking about it.”

And, to the amazement of everyone present, Beth walked down the garden, through the fence, and in Laurence’s through the door. “Well, it is the strangest thing I ever see!” cried Hannah, staring after her, while the other children were made quite speechless by her unexpected act.

They would have been still more amazed if they had seen what Beth did afterward. She went and knocked at the study door before she gave herself time to think. When a deep voice called out “Come in”, she entered, right up to Mr. Laurence, who looked quite surprised, and held out her hand, saying, with only a small quake in her voice, “I came to thank you, sir, for the piano...” But she didn’t finish, for he looked so sad and friendly that she forgot what she intended to say and, only remembering that he had lost the little girl he loved, she put both arms round him and hugged him.

注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式作答。

Mr. Laurence was so touched and pleased.

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The children were so surprised to see Mr. Laurence walk Beth home.

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7 . 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is Bruce’s plan for this afternoon?

A．Doing some research.

B．Gathering some news online.

C．Writing articles for the school paper.

2. What damage did the crash cause?

A．Thirty-nine deaths.

B．Two missing people.

C．Some severe injuries.

3. How did Serge Gelle survive?

A．He got help from rescuers.

B．He was saved by local people.

C．He kept swimming for 12 hours.

4. What was Serge Gelle?

A．A sportsman.

B．A policeman.

C．A government official.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How many people do they mention in the drawing?

A．Eight.

B．Nine.

C．Ten.

2. What is Max doing?

A．Playing with a ball.

B．Running after Joe.

C．Sitting on the ground with Sally.

3. What is the man doing in the drawing?

A．He is standing in the center.

B．He is giving the children candy.

C．He is possibly working in the garage.

9 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What happened at the man’s dinner with his host family?

A．He forgot to introduce himself.

B．He called the host by the wrong name.

C．He whispered to someone.

2. How did the man deal with the situation?

A．He apologized for his behavior.

B．He said nothing about it.

C．He made a joke of himself.

3. How does the woman sound in the end?

A．Helpful.

B．Embarrassed.

C．Grateful.

10 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What kind of animals did the woman’s grandma have?

A．Cows.

B．Ducks.

C．Donkeys.

2. How did the woman feel about killing animals?

A．Calm.

B．Afraid.

C．Excited.

3. At what age did the woman stop eating meat?

A．At 8 years old.

B．At 10 years old.

C．At 12 years old.

4. Who cooked meals for the woman?

A．Her grandparents.

B．Herself.

C．Her mother.