1 . When Sharaine and Wilson moved their family to Rhode Island, they already had a houseful. Five kids, a busy schedule, a long list of house projects and a whole new neighborhood _______ little time for anything else. And then Paul _______.

At 82 years old, Paul had just lost his wife, but he is still handy and _______. He walked across the street carrying a ladder to meet the new neighbors and _______ a little help with fix-up projects.

Sharaine remembers, “Our biggest _______ of moving into a new neighborhood was what if the new neighbors don’t like us. We have a lot of _______; they make a lot of noise.” But those fears were quickly put to   _______. Paul knows a lot about tools and _______ an old house that Sharaine and Wilson moved in, and he soon became a(n) _______ visitor of the family.

Thanks to Paul’s kind help, Sharaine and Wilson had no ________ in making a new friend. And neither did the kids, Paul made sure the kids crossed the street ________ after school, helped with homework and even ________ the little ones to brush their teeth.

“The kids run up to him like that’s their own ________,” Sharaine says. And that keeps Paul ________. There are neighborhood cookouts, birthdays, home projects and so on. He is also busy ________ a grandpa.

1.

A．needed

B．earned

C．took

D．meant

2.

A．showed up

B．checked out

C．settled down

D．broke in

3.

A．careful

B．grateful

C．helpful

D．hopeful

4.

A．demand

B．offer

C．send

D．promise

5.

A．fear

B．gain

C．pride

D．mistake

6.

A．friends

B．neighbors

C．relatives

D．kids

7.

A．use

B．rest

C．work

D．test

8.

A．discovering

B．exploring

C．maintaining

D．evaluating

9.

A．strange

B．unexpected

C．lonely

D．regular

10.

A．business

B．interest

C．problem

D．point

11.

A．quickly

B．safely

C．calmly

D．quietly

12.

A．reminded

B．forced

C．allowed

D．witnessed

13.

A．grandpa

B．teacher

C．staff

D．property

14.

A．crazy

B．busy

C．annoyed

D．surprised

15.

A．assisting

B．meeting

C．being

D．becoming

2 . 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。

My mum died on a cold and rainy December morning. The dark clouds and constant light rain over her Cape Cod neighbourhood fit our sadness as my brothers and sisters and I arranged with the local funeral (葬礼) home for Mum’s last departure from her beloved house on the edge of the river.

All five of us were there, having been alerted (警觉) earlier that week. As soon as we had gotten “The Call”, we had immediately flown or driven from our homes in California, Florida, Georgia and New York to the house by the river.

As I joined my brothers and sisters at the house on the Cape, I felt oddly peaceful. Though I was afraid to lose my mother, I wasn’t anxious about the process. I knew that Mum had prepared well for her death. All we had to do was be present for her and each other during this final stage. She had done everything else.

Mum was a born teacher and a natural organizer. When she had received the diagnosis (诊断) of incurable cancer that September, she had planned her death as practically as she had planned her busy life as a wife, mother and professional.

Mum did think fondly of her neighbours and friends. Even though she had declined to share her remaining time with them, she wanted to acknowledge their friendly care and express her lasting affection for them. So Mum had asked my older sister to purchase, on her behalf, a case of wine. The small bottles were to be decorated with ribbons (缎带) and delivered by us in person, after Mum’s death, to those neighbours who had been her favourite local companions.

Accordingly, in the early afternoon, as the cold morning rain gave way to a watery blue sky, all five of us set out to walk through the neighbourhood together, braving the cold air. Taking turns carrying the heavy boxes, we visited every house. Together, we carried the news of her death, that final gift of beribboned bottles, and her instruction to her friends: “Please use this Champagne to toast to our friendship.”

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。

We hugged, and cried, and laughed, with neighbour after neighbour.

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As the five of us returned to the house, we saw, against the backdrop of the grey sky, a breathtakingly beautiful rainbow.

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3 . Love knows no bounds, especially when it comes to the person you’ve shared your life with. Peter Burkhardt, a 90-year-old man from Netherlands, is the embodiment (体现) of this idea. Every day, he travels 17 kilometers to accompany his wife of 63 years who now lives in a hospice (养老院) in Apeldoorn. While on days when the weather is very bad, he takes a cab or is driven then by his children, most times he gets on his bike and crosses the city on his own. It takes him an hour to get there and an hour to cycle back home.

In the colder months, Burkhardt keeps himself warm with a blue ski suit with a body warmer on top and a white cap to keep his head warm. “I’ve done skiing with pleasure. Cold doesn’t bother me and with rain, you can put on a rain jacket,” he told an interviewer. “So I’ll always get to my wife.” Burkhardt knows the route by heart, as he has been traveling to his wife’s hospice for the past seven years.

Even if he wanted to drive, Burkhardt’s license wasn’t approved and he hasn’t had a car. However, nothing stops this senior in love. “I walk a lot less now, but cycling is still going well.”

Burkhardt says that his wife doesn’t know what it takes him to reach her every day. “It is completely outside her field of experience. But when I’m back, I notice that she gives me a very nice hug every now and then.” His children have encouraged him to keep on visiting their mom every day.

Burkhardt’s devotion has certainly moved others. But above all, he has done everything in his power to spend as much time as possible with the love of his life-no matter what it takes.

1. Why does Peter Burkhardt visit his wife every day?

A．To help her recover.	B．To show off his love.
C．To keep her company.	D．To check on her condition.

2. How does Peter Burkhardt usually get to the hospice?

A．By bus.

B．By car.

C．By taxi.

D．By bike.

3. Which of the following can best describe Peter Burkhardt?

A．Faithful and reliable.	B．Capable and brave.
C．Successful and helpful.	D．Adventurous and curious.

4. What is the best title for the text?

A．The Power of Ageless Love

B．Peter Burkhardt’s Daily Routine

C．Peter Burkhardt Doesn’t Give Up on His Wife

D．Man Cycles 17 Kilometers to Visit His Wife in Hospice Daily

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。

Greg sat on the driveway of his home and rolled his papers for delivery on Monday afternoon. The shouts of his friends playing soccer in the schoolyard across the street caught his attention. He watched his neighbor, John, kick the ball into the goal and shouts of excitement came from his teammates.

Greg sighed and eagerly looked at the group. He would love to be able to play soccer too. But he had to deliver newspapers every afternoon. He didn’t have enough time to play soccer.

He thought about his paper route. It had been necessary after his father suddenly lost his job. Greg saw his parents struggling to meet their bills. His mother had to go to work while his father looked for another job. Greg knew there must be some small way he could help. His friend Mark had a paper route, and Greg decided that he could get a paper route to help his parents too.

One day, immediately he finished delivering papers to his subscribers (订户), he cycled home. He met John with his soccer ball in the Anderson’s driveway.

“Hi, Greg. We sure miss you on our team. Wish it were the good old days when you were our goalie (守门员),” said John. Greg shook his head and replied, “I just can’t do that now.”

On Tuesday, Greg stopped at the soccer field before he began his paper deliveries. John and his other friends were just beginning a game. John called out to him, “Hey, Greg. Come play a quick game with us.”

Just as Greg started to say no, the soccer ball went out of play and rolled to a stop by his feet. He picked it up and tossed (抛) it back to Tim who was playing goalie. Tim caught it and stepped aside. “I have to go home, Greg,” he said. “The goal is all yours.”

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。
Greg took the ball from Tim and stood in front of the goal.
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When Greg got home, he found the bag on his bike empty, and his mother’s car was gone.
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5 . 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。

When I was seven years old, my family moved from Mexico to America. In Mexico, I was a cheerful girl who loved making people laugh with my jokes and inventing fun games to play with my friends. However, when I arrived in America, I found it hard to fit in, and I became quieter.

We lived in a small house with a modest yard where we grew vegetables—my responsibility. While I took pride in watching them grow, there were times when I dreamed of having a beautiful garden like my schoolmate Luella’s, with its delicate tulips (郁金香). Although Luella lived in the same neighborhood as me, we barely knew each other.

It was after a tornado that Luella and I finally became close friends.

The tornado struck on a Sunday afternoon.The gentle breeze transformed into a strong wind, and thick gray clouds filled the sky. Gradually, the tornado took shape, starting as a thin rope and growing into a large black funnel (漏斗). My entire family gathered in the bathroom, seeking shelter from the storm. Terrified, I sat close to my mom, knees in my chest. After the storm had passed, our worries and fears were replaced by relief that we were unharmed and that our house had remained undamaged.

As I stepped outside, I witnessed the extent of the damage the tornado had caused to our neighborhood. Across the street, a tall tree had fallen, crushing Luella’s garden in front of her yellow house. We hurried over to check on it. Fortunately, her family seemed to be away at the time, and no one was injured. However, her once-beautiful garden was in ruins, with the fallen tree destroying the tulips and debris (碎片) spread everywhere. I could only imagine how heartbroken they must feel seeing this.

Then my mom’s usual words rang in my ear, “It is more blessed to give than to receive,” and my family started to think about how we could help.

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。

Just at that moment, Luella’s family returned in their car.

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Even after the debris was cleared, I could still sense Luella’s sorrow for her lost garden.

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6 . 12-year-old Ryan lives in a family with a tight budget. Despite their _______ circumstances, his parents filled their home with boundless affection, always stretching their limited resources to _______ that Ryan felt loved. Ryan, aware of his parents’ tireless efforts, responded to their love with heartfelt _______ .

With December’s cold _______, the anticipation of Christmas grew stronger. However, Ryan noticed his parents’ _______. They were worried about _______ the decorations and the presents they would exchange with neighbors and loved ones.

Sensing their unease, Ryan _______ to step up and earn some extra _______. After the school bell rang and during leisurely weekends, he knocked on doors, offering his helping hand with tasks like clearing leaves in his neighbors’ yards and _______ their pets by taking them on energetic walks. His sincerity and hard work quickly won over the hearts of his neighbors who ________ provided opportunities for Ryan.

Weeks passed, and Ryan’s pockets were filled with coins and bills. With a mix of ________and nervousness, he ________ his parents the carefully saved earnings. Deeply moved, they hugged Ryan tightly.

This deeply ________ action not only brought a wave of relief and joy to his parents but also helped Ryan realize that being part of a family meant ________ both joys and responsibilities. Through his small yet significant contribution, he understood that everyone has the ________ to bring light into their home, making it a better place.

1.

A．favorable

B．difficult

C．normal

D．unique

2.

A．ensure

B．prove

C．stress

D．remember

3.

A．honesty

B．understanding

C．generosity

D．appreciation

4.

A．letting up

B．picking up

C．setting in

D．giving in

5.

A．delight

B．concern

C．expectation

D．disappointment

6.

A．affording

B．delivering

C．returning

D．collecting

7.

A．refused

B．needed

C．resolved

D．agreed

8.

A．credit

B．experience

C．recognition

D．cash

9.

A．training

B．tending

C．keeping

D．seeking

10.

A．gratefully

B．hesitantly

C．willingly

D．humbly

11.

A．surprise

B．excitement

C．fear

D．confusion

12.

A．handed

B．lent

C．awarded

D．paid

13.

A．painful

B．brave

C．impressive

D．creative

14.

A．ignoring

B．weighing

C．passing

D．sharing

15.

A．power

B．right

C．thought

D．motivation

7 . 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。

As the warm summer sun shone down on us, my dad and I stood in front of our house. “Would you like to go see Rhys and take him for ice cream?” my dad asked. I froze on the spot. I love my younger brother dearly, but it had been well over a year and a half since I had been in public with Rhys. The thought made me feel anxious.

Rhys is 14 and severely cognitively impaired (认知能力受损的). He was diagnosed with a rare genetic mutation (突变) at birth. When I was young, I accompanied my mom or dad to pick him up from his new long-term care home at the end of our busy weekends to spend some time with him, normally at our home.

After picking Rhys up and taking the short car trip, we arrived at the ice cream store. I held onto Rhys in his chair while Dad placed our order. Rhys loves to grab things. He grabbed a woman walking by. I apologized immediately, full of embarrassment.

After getting our ice cream, we sat outside. At this point, I was upset and just wanted to go home. Dad could tell that I was upset. He silently understood and let me be. But then I saw a father and a daughter walking along the road toward the ice cream store. The girl’s movements seemed strangely familiar. I noticed she was excited, behaving similarly to Rhys.

Watching those two changed my thinking completely. I realized I wasn’t the only one in this situation: out in public with a family member with special needs. I smiled as I watched the father and the daughter just enjoying their day and not focusing on what others’ thought. They acted just like every other “typical” family. It occurred to me that I shouldn’t let what others think about Rhys ruin our time together. My days of being embarrassed by his actions had to come to an end.

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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。

I grabbed some ice cream with a spoon and playfully held it in front of Rhys.

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Seeing Rhys’s smiling face, I decided to take Rhys out more often.

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9 . When it comes to high-proof fathering lessons, few adventures can compare with the motorcycle trip I shared with my 20-year-old daughter Ewa.

In 2023, we _________ a one-week motorcycle trip in the southern part of British Columbia. Each _________ a motorcycle, we headed north on the Sea-to-Sky highway. What made this trip so _________ was that Ewa took it on herself to be the planner. We didn’t even have a _________ about it. As a father, wasn’t I supposed to plan it?

My old Harley had no gas gauge (汽油表). So, when the main gas tank was empty, the motorcycle _________. After all, these years I hadn’t known whether I would _________ it. But on the first day of our annual trip, when we were on a lonely highway leading to the US border in Sagna, Ontario, it came to a _________ after some time.

Ewa headed into the distance_________ that she was riding alone. When she _________ noticed that I wasn’t in her rearview (后视镜) mirror, she stopped and waited as I pushed my Harley to meet with her. In my adult life, while __________ children, I always followed my parents’ __________: I stood by and provided support. When Ewa __________ her own way of life, I seldom said ‘no’. But when she said she wanted to __________ with the out-of-fuel motorcycle on the side of the country road while I was going for gasoline, I said “no way”. I wouldn’t let her stay there on her own. She insisted, but I was very __________. Ewa finally __________ and went looking for gasoline with me.

I learn from the trip that however old my child is, I will never stop being a father.

1.

A．shared

B．started

C．expected

D．treasured

2.

A．riding

B．winning

C．testing

D．desiring

3.

A．long

B．simple

C．special

D．familiar

4.

A．request

B．debate

C．theme

D．conversation

5.

A．fell

B．slowed

C．began

D．continued

6.

A．claim

B．sell

C．use

D．check

7.

A．stop

B．conclusion

C．solution

D．decision

8.

A．unsure

B．unaware

C．considering

D．confirming

9.

A．fortunately

B．gradually

C．happily

D．eventually

10.

A．requiring

B．raising

C．comparing

D．accompanying

11.

A．heart

B．talent

C．comment

D．lead

12.

A．found

B．seized

C．introduced

D．quit

13.

A．play

B．deal

C．assist

D．wait

14.

A．reliable

B．confident

C．firm

D．regretful

15.

A．gave in

B．turned up

C．got through

D．broke down