1 . Growing up, I was always fortunate to be around my grandfather’s well-cared garden. Not only was it a nice garden in the visual sense, but the vegetables and fruit that he grew in it were also often on the dinner table, so it was also a very practical garden. This was a result of the times. He and millions others grew up in difficult time during 1930s, in which vegetables grown in gardens helped people add their poor incomes.
I had just been an admirer of the work done by him until quite recently, when I decided to turn my hand to growing some plants. Unlike my grandfather, I don’t have a large garden to do this. Like millions of other people, I only have a small balcony to conduct my planting activities, but that has not discouraged me in the slightest.
It’s possible to make a nice “garden” even in the most limited space, but not everyone could be successful. I had already tried to grow some flowers, but it was a hopeless failure, so my attention and efforts then turned to something much more practical: vegetables. I decided to take the seeds of one little tomato and plant them in a number of pots. After several weeks, I was amazed by the results. I now have about 15 tomato plants on my balcony in different stages of growth.
It’s a rewarding sight to see this greenery on my balcony. Not only does it look nice, it’s also a good feeling that I have made my own little contribution to nature. And in this day and age in which we have such fast-paced lives and depend on modern technology for so much, it’s very rewarding to be taking part in a practice which is as old as time itself, as plant life is the most basic and oldest “technology” on our planet. Even if you don’t consider yourself to have “green fingers”, it is something that’s well worth having a try of —— you could be amazed by the results.
1. What did the author think of his grandfather’s garden?| A．Beautiful and useful | B．Boring and difficult. |
| C．Broken and impractical. | D．Attractive and welcome |
| A．A complete failure for the lack of a large garden |
| B．All vegetables grew better than flowers on the balcony |
| C．Flowers were more practical compared with vegetables. |
| D．Vegetables’ planting was more successful than flowers |
| A．The ability to make plants grow | B．A big balcony to grow green plants. |
| C．The skills to master modern technology. | D．Greenery on our balcony |
| A．Get used to the fast-paced life | B．Actively apply modern technology. |
| C．Build a large enough balcony. | D．Contribute to nature by planting. |
2 . Two years ago I was very lonely and didn’t talk with anyone about my feelings. At the time I didn’t have many friends. I wanted someone to share my experiences and secrets with. I wanted someone to understand me. I started to imagine this friend and often imagined our conversations and what we would do.
Some weeks later we started a new project in school and I was working with one of my schoolmates. We had never worked together before but we got along well. After the project we started to spend some time together in school. One day we decided to take a walk. Ever since that walk we’ve been best friends. We listened and really understood each other.
I had wished for a best friend, but the universe gave me so much more. I have met one of my soul mates. We can sense each other, and it just takes one look and we know what the other is thinking. I didn’t think our friendship could grow much stronger. But now we have known each other for two years and our friendship is growing all the time.
It hasn’t only been easy. We have gone through both easy and hard times. But I’m thankful for the hard times, because they have forced me to grow and taught me a lot. My best friend has changed me. She has made me believe in myself. And I am now focusing on achieving one of my biggest dreams. Without her I wouldn’t even have realized what my biggest dream is.
I know there are soul mates out in the world for you. I am so thankful to have met one of mine. Believe in them, and your paths will cross!
1. What did the author do before meeting her soul mate?| A．She chose to stay alone. | B．She spent time with other friends. |
| C．She told others about her feelings. | D．She pictured a friend in her mind. |
| A．By taking a trip. | B．By attending a party. |
| C．Through a school project. | D．Through a friend’s introduction. |
| A．Their friendship is ending. |
| B．She is the author’s only soul mate. |
| C．They are trying hard to realize their dreams. |
| D．She has little confidence in their friendship. |
| A．She got to know her best friend. | B．She has learnt a lot from them. |
| C．They have brought money to her. | D．They have made her dream come true. |
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I will be 18 years old. The person I want to expressing my deepest gratitude to him is my dad, a construction site worker. In order to support the whole family, he always works very hardly, and never feels discouraging. In a sense, my dad tells me indirectly to be optimistic person. In other words, he has taught me to enjoy how life has offered to me instead of complaining about it. On addition, no matter when I encounter unpleasant things, he always comfort me patiently. He often helps me find a few useful solution. Because of my dad, I have became a loving person that I am now.
1. 学习方面的收获;
2. 交到一位新朋友;
3. 询问他的近况。
注意：
1. 词数80左右;
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯;
Dear Chris,
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Yours,
Li Hua
5 . This July my husband and I decided to move both our kids, aged 14 and 10, from their previous schools to a new international school that’s located in our neighborhood. It wasn’t an easy decision. We knew switching(改变)schools would be a challenge for our kids.
Put two kids in the same situation and they react and feel differently. Nina, outgoing and talkative, has no problem making new friends and adjusting to (适应) the new school. It took her less than a week to say, “This school is great. I like it.” Everywhere she goes, she’s surrounded by friends.
While it took Michael months to say, “I guess this is fine.” Before that, he complained about everything. He’s sensitive and quite hard on himself. Words of encouragement need to be told on a daily basis.
To make our children comfortable before, during, and after the move, we included them in our plan from the beginning. They’re big enough to take part in decision-making activities. We researched, compared, and asked questions. We listed everything about their old schools and the new one, and we discussed every item. We were open with them from the start. Our kids knew what was going on and what was about to happen. They had time to prepare themselves. They trusted us.
Communicating with their new teachers was also important. For the first three months, we kept an eye on our children’s academic (学业的) performance and their school life. If we discovered a drop in their grades or any unusual behavior, we were quick to arrange appointments with their teachers.
We don’t aim to be helicopter parents, but it doesn’t mean we let them go completely. Balancing this role is hard- -the older the kid, the harder it gets- but it’s not impossible. The key is to listen first, and act second.
1. Why were the children probably moved into a new school?| A．The old school is not good enough. |
| B．They wanted to make more new friends. |
| C．The new school is conveniently located near their home. |
| D．The outgoing child can help the shy one in the same school. |
| A．By tolerating their behavior in school. |
| B．By choosing the best teachers for them. |
| C．By encouraging them to enjoy social life. |
| D．By having open communication with them. |
| A．Parents who send their children to school in person. |
| B．Parents who pay very close attention to their children. |
| C．Parents who talk too much rather than take action. |
| D．Parents who listen to their children all the time. |
| A．Parents should prepare children for decisions. |
| B．Children can adapt to a new school quite easily. |
| C．Children should listen to their parents when making decisions. |
| D．Parents should communicate with children about their performance. |
6 . I feel very excited at the thought that in another week I shall be with you again on holiday. I have enjoyed my stay in England very much indeed. Mr. Brown and my classmates are nice to me, but, as they say in England “There is no place like home”, and I think you feel this above all at Christmas time.
I’m leaving here early on Thursday, the 23rd, and I shall arrive in Basle on Friday morning, so I shall be home somewhere about lunchtime. Can you meet me at the station, as I shall have a lot of luggage?
In some of my earlier letters I have told you all about the other students here; well, I want to ask my Polish friend Jan to come and spend Christmas with us. Will that be all right? His father and mother died last year, he can not go home for Christmas, and he has no friend in England except the Browns. He is a nice boy. I know you all like him, and I feel sure he will enjoy Christmas with us. It is very short notice, but you are always pleased if we bring our friends home. However, I have not yet invited him, as I thought it was better to ask you first. Please let me know as soon as possible if it will be all right.
1. The writer was very excited at the thought that________.| A．she would be back home with her new friend |
| B．she would be with her parents in another week |
| C．her parents wanted to see her very much |
| D．she would go on staying in England |
| A．On Thursday the 23rd. |
| B．On Friday morning. |
| C．The next day. |
| D．The second day after her holiday. |
| A．there is not a place that the writer likes |
| B．there is no place that the writer can live in |
| C．the writer’s home is not in London in fact |
| D．there is no place which is not like a house |
| A．The writer’s parents seem very unfriendly. |
| B．The writer’s parents will become angry if Polish Jan comes to their home for Christmas. |
| C．Polish Jan will have to spend Christmas lonely in England. |
| D．Polish Jan will be invited to have a merry Christmas at the writer’s home. |
The time has come: I’m graduating, and I thank you both for all your help during these 15 years. I still remember when you used to say, “You can be whatever you want.” I’m so glad you are my parents, especially when I hear kids say they don’t get on well with theirs. I’m glad that you support（支持）me when I decide to do anything. You always try to help, and that’s important to me.
Dad, I remember when you first took me fishing. I loved going even though I never caught anything. I also remember when you would get angry with me. I realize you were only trying to show me the right way. When I would cry, you would always be there to try to cheer me up. That’s why I call you a good, loving, caring dad. Sometimes you and Mom don’t agree with me, but you are there by my side in anything that I do, and that’s why I love you both so much.
Mom, I enjoy going out with you and having our happy time every Friday night, and I hope that never changes. I love telling you everything; the best part about you is that you listen. I’m glad we do a lot together. You love to have fun, and Dad does, too. You always give me your opinion and I listen.
Thank you for bringing me up.
Love always,
Allison
1. Allison writes the letter to show ________to her parents.| A．wishes | B．support | C．help | D．thanks |
| A．have problems with | B．get on well with |
| C．like to talk to | D．like to listen to |
| A．didn’t accept him | B．didn’t do things in the right way |
| C．didn’t catch any fish | D．didn’t agree with her parents |
| A．Cheering up each other. |
| B．Listening to each other and having fun together. |
| C．Encouraging each other. |
| D．Going out together. |
8 . I was with my mom one day as we took a walk while window shopping. We both knew we wouldn’t be buying much.
I remember I was looking up at the people we walked by. Ladies wore five-inch heels and bright clothing. Men wore expensive scents(香水)and creams that might wipe away the wrinkles (皱纹) on their faces. An uneasy feeling started to settle in my chest. I could deny it no longer; I was ashamed of my mother.
We were in a high-class neighborhood-I knew that. We lived in a small, overpriced apartment building at the edge of our county. Mom chose to move there because she knew the schools were good. I realized for the first time that we didn’t belong there.
I could see the heavy lines around mom’s eyes and mouth. She wore cheap clothes and worn-out shoes. Her eyes were tired from working long hours to make ends meet, and her hair was too gray for her age.
My mom is nothing extraordinary, yet at that moment, she stood out because she was just so plain. I didn’ t want to be seen with her, although there was no one important around to see me anyway. I felt embarrassed about being at her side.
We were standing in the middle of a high-end store, and mom was holding a sweater. She said, “This will look good on you. Do you want it?” It was much too expensive, but I almost thoughtlessly answered “yes”. Then I took a closer look at the small, tired woman with a big smile and a sweater in her hands, happy to be giving me something so nice. My words died in my throat.
Her clothes were worn and old because she spent her money buying me new ones. She looked so tired because she was busy working to provide for me. She didn’t wear jewelry or perfume because she was content with spending what little money she had on me.
Suddenly, my mom was beautiful and extraordinarily wonderful in my eyes.
I was no longer ashamed of her, but of myself.
“Do you want it?” my mom repeated.
“No, thanks,” I said.
1. Why did the author describe the passersby while window shopping?| A．To show her envy toward rich people. |
| B．To express her curiosity about others. |
| C．To explain the current fashion trends. |
| D．To highlight her mother’s plainness. |
| A．The feeling of being uncomfortable in high-end stores. |
| B．The feeling of not belonging in the neighborhood. |
| C．The feeling of being embarrassed about her mom. |
| D．The feeling of being ashamed of herself. |
| A．She was too tired to talk. |
| B．She didn’t want the sweater. |
| C．She was upset with her mom. |
| D．She realized the sacrifices her mom had made. |
| A．Pleased. |
| B．Regretful. |
| C．Indifferent. |
| D．Understanding. |
9 . Raising teenagers can be both difficult and rewarding(有回报的). They are becoming young adults. Almost all teenagers will have some behavioral outbursts(爆发) with their families during this period of life.
Have meals together. Mealtime is when we check in with each other.
Find time to have fun together! What do you both enjoy? Playing chess? Going to the ballet? Volunteering in your community? Take time to have fun and enjoy each other’s company. No one wants the attention of people they love to be focused only on what not to do. This is true for teenagers, too.
| A．Talk with your teen. |
| B．Never try to control your child. |
| C．Parents have a role in keeping their teens safe. |
| D．Relaxing together helps them feel loved and valued. |
| E．This can be hard to do with busy schedules, but it is important. |
| F．Some teens learn this by playing in music bands or team sports. |
| G．But strong relationships can help teens and their parents through hard times. |
10 . In 2020, Sally Smith struggled for a successful life but was up to her neck in bills. Frustrated, she
Indeed, she worked long hours daily but work
For the next eight months, they traveled through Thailand and Africa while Sally earned money from her new business through social media. Gradually, Mark became a(n)
Sally was tired of
She shared the journey on social media and
The two might live in a house again someday but don’t plan to
| A．registered | B．posted | C．checked | D．surfed |
| A．supplied | B．spent | C．killed | D．left |
| A．pointed | B．glared | C．stared | D．aimed |
| A．promise | B．appointment | C．plan | D．apology |
| A．coach | B．senior | C．friend | D．traveler |
| A．visited | B．chosen | C．reached | D．explored |
| A．beloved | B．lovely | C．poor | D．eager |
| A．learn | B．travel | C．read | D．tour |
| A．inviting | B．interesting | C．amazing | D．confusing |
| A．eventually | B．continually | C．gradually | D．deliberately |
| A．belonged to | B．saw to | C．appealed to | D．happened to |
| A．found | B．sold | C．lost | D．repaired |
| A．adventure | B．drive | C．vehicle | D．destination |
| A．lost | B．gathered | C．met | D．missed |
| A．yet | B．though | C．instead | D．therefore |
| A．house | B．room | C．shell | D．shelter |
| A．hang about | B．give up | C．set out | D．settle down |
| A．hard | B．busy | C．tough | D．free |
| A．truly | B．partly | C．hardly | D．blindly |
| A．failure | B．schooling | C．success | D．business |
