1 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1.

A．Real artist works in the past.

B．Popularity of secondhand books.

C．A real bargain in local bookstores.

D．A new fashion about secondhand goods.

2.

A．They made furniture not for making money.

B．They sell secondhand jewels as well as furniture.

C．They were serious about making furniture for fashion.

D．They devoted themselves to creating real artistic works.

3.

A．People appreciate the real crafts of the old craftsmen.

B．Secondhand goods are usually good yet not expensive.

C．Secondhand stores will become less and less in the future.

D．Secondhand goods are more valuable than apartment houses.

2 . Directions: Suppose you are one of the volunteers who are introducing scenery on FDFZ campus to future students. Write a paragraph of 60-80 words, describing the picture below in spatial order.
Vocabulary for your reference:
灌木 shrubs/bushes
海桐花 pittosporums
杜鹃花 azaleas
樟树 camphor trees
松树 pine trees

Pic: Bryant
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3 . Directions: Complete the following passages by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.

A. historical          B. rationing          C. original          D. regulated                 E. reflected F. refuge               G. stored             H. removal          I. typical                    J. character K. restored

The 1940s House

The house is at 17 Braemar Gardens, West Wickham, Kent, now a suburb of Greater London. Series art director Lia Kramer, who had helped create The 1900 House, identified the property and oversaw its restoration. The     1     house was built in 1932 by Bradfield Bros & Murphy, and was retrofitted（翻新）so that the technology and fashions of a middle-class English home of the late 1930s were     2     . It is a three-bedroomed home, with a boiler fueled by coke providing hot water, and there was no telephone or refrigerator. The retrofit included the     3     of central heating, the custom-fitted kitchen cabinets and appliances, and the carpeting as well. The carpeting had been used to cover the original checkerboard floor tiles. Fireplaces were     4     to working condition, and the original French doors which led outside were reinstalled. The existing beds were replaced by iron bedsteads, including twin beds for Michael and Lyn. When neighbours learned of the project, many donated period home furnishings for free. The garden was changed to be     5     of a victory garden, which was also called war garden or food garden for defense.

The family's work in the show was demanding. The family had to act like a typical family of the time, which included the sewing of curtains, building an air-raid shelter, and facing wartime food     6    . Air raids were like real during the show, forcing the family to take     7     in its air-raid shelter. The near-nightly sound of the air-raid siren（fixed in a hallway in the home）left the family upset, even after they returned to their regular lives. The family had to stay in     8     all the time, including when the boys went to school. Even minor aspects of life, such as the depth of water in the bath tub, which could be no deeper than five inches, were     9     .

Filming began on 15 April 2000, and lasted nine weeks. Unlike other     10     reality television shows, the Hymers were not isolated. Their neighbours helped them dig their air-raid shelter, the family also visited a retirement home. Nonetheless, Lyn Hymers later said that the family did feel isolated, and seldom got the sense of community spirit that people living in the 1940s would have felt.

4 . Researchers have found that urban heat island effect made worse by sunbaked roads can be relieved by a simple measure: Paint the streets gray.

A study by Arizona State University found that _________a reflective, gray-colored material to black asphalt（柏油）resulted in a 10.5-to-12-degree Fahrenheit drop in average road surface temperatures. Meanwhile, sunrise temperatures _________an average 2.4-degree drop.

“This is exactly what we were hoping for,” Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego said. “It’s exciting to see a technology that has the potential to meet the demands of a growing desert city in a world where temperatures are_________rising.”

Experts say road temperatures in the Phoenix area can rise to 180 degrees on a hot day. That_________energy remains in paved surfaces for hours, radiating heat back into nighttime air. Higher overnight temperatures result in warmer mornings, creating a_________of urban heat island effect.

Researchers found as well that the greatest temperature_________was near the road surface, with less dramatic results 6 feet above the ground. Even so, the neighborhoods with streets reflecting light experienced air temperatures 0.3-to-0.5 degree cooler compared with neighborhoods with_________roads.

But reflective pavements don’t affect all surfaces the same way. Researchers said that “the most meaningful measurement” was of radiant temperatures, a measure of how the body_________heat. Those measurements showed that the “human experience of heat_________at noon and the afternoon hours was higher due to surface reflectivity.” It’s been noted that the increase in__________ temperatures “may be a necessary trade-off（妥协）to reduce surface temperatures using a reflective surface.”

Heather Murphy, a spokesperson for the Transportation Department, said the response has been __________from drivers and residents in neighborhoods where the material is applied. “We have had some people who don’t like the look of it, but generally the response has been very__________”.

Still, officials cautioned that reflective pavement is not a remedy for the urban heat island effect.

“If you’re standing over these surfaces on a hot day,__________, you’re still going to be hot if you’re not in the shade,” said Jennifer Vanos, an assistant professor at Arizona State University. “So if we really want to __________true solutions, it’s not going to be just painting all the streets gray.”

A second phase of the study will examine questions about how the material performs under different__________, including changes in reflectivity, degradation and subsurface temperature over longer periods.

1.

A．applying

B．sticking

C．approaching

D．contributing

2.

A．occurred

B．proved

C．turned

D．saw

3.

A．efficiently

B．constantly

C．technically

D．specifically

4.

A．generated

B．heated

C．absorbed

D．calculated

5.

A．cycle

B．decline

C．sample

D．variety

6.

A．balance

B．control

C．difference

D．equality

7.

A．gray-painted

B．light-colored

C．black-topped

D．dry-surfaced

8.

A．reflects

B．transmits

C．resists

D．experiences

9.

A．extent

B．exposure

C．absorption

D．endurance

10.

A．felt

B．heated

C．stored

D．needed

11.

A．instant

B．all-sided

C．objective

D．mixed

12.

A．optimistic

B．positive

C．pessimistic

D．obvious

13.

A．in fact

B．as a result

C．on the other hand

D．for one thing

14.

A．put down

B．hold up

C．push toward

D．take back

15.

A．variations

B．conditions

C．circulations

D．investigations

5 . Directions: Write an English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese.
假设你的朋友John作为交换生要来一所中学学习一年。现在有两个家庭可为他提供住宿。John对如何选择犹豫不决，想听听你的建议。请根据以下住宿家庭信息，写一封email给John，说说你推荐哪个家庭，并简要谈谈这样推荐的理由。

	王先生家庭	李先生家庭
家庭成员	一对中年夫妇；一个17岁的男孩	一对退休夫妇
住宿条件	提供一个带独立卫生间的房间	提供一个无独立卫生间房间
伙食	周一至周六提供早餐和晚餐，周日不提供餐饮	周一至周五提供早餐和晚餐；周六和周日提供三餐
距学校距离	地铁大约一小时车程	步行到学校大约10分钟

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6 . Directions：Complete the following passage by using the words in the box.Each word can only be used once.Note that there is one word more than you need.

A.revealed     B.display   C.doubles     D.contrary     E.suggestions   F.raw G.advance     H.dramatic   I.functions     J.connected   K.developed

Your new smart TV might be your pride and joy today but they will pale into insignificance compared with the technology expected to fill homes by 2030.

And now experts at Rightmove have    1     what this home of the future will look like.

In just two years’ time, a temperature-changing mattress(床垫) will come into being that warms up in the winter and stays cool in the summer.Self-cleaning fabrics(布), truly waterproof materials and personal climate control are all being     2     now, and are also shown in the house in 2021.

Fast forward to 2023, a “smart window” appears in the bedroom that    3     as a screen; while in the bathroom, there’s a flexible     4    that’s also a shower curtain meaning users could check social media while washing in a shower that recycles water.

A smart mirror, which is actually a screen with an integrated computer, could even make polite outfit (服装）    5    to act like a personal stylist.

And by 2025 the experts predict there will be self-heating towels.

While in 2030 the home will seem like an incredibly hi-tech space, with    6     changes seen in every room.All homes will have an “AI console” in the living room, described as “the living brain of the modern home” that controls security, lighting and temperature, monitors energy usage and orders groceries, among other    7    .

Perhaps most excitingly, there’s a 3D printer that could be used to print everything from tools and electronics to food and clothing using just    8     material blocks and “recipes” downloaded from the Internet.

And the experts predict that by 2030, the machines will be as popular as televisions.Pocket-lint’s Stuart Miles said that every single electronic device in the home will be     9    to the Internet, including the doorbell.

Tim Danton, Editor of PC Pro magazine thinks smart phones will     10    to the point that we’ll be able to control nearly everything in the house with them--even if we’re not home

7 . Directions: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is one word more than you need.

A. address；B. emerged；C. harmoniously；D. withdrew E. complex； F. fashion；G. troublesome；H. understandably I. initial；J. harvest；K. novel

With the rapid growth of the aging population in China, the installation of elevators in old communities has gradually become an inevitable issue. A lot of neighborhoods are living no longer     1     due to the living ills of their six-story, elevator-less buildings.

Recently, a residential     2     in Hangzhou has come up with an initiative designed to     3     the problem as to how to raise funds for facilities much-needed by elderly residents, which are called “public transit elevators.” Pay one yuan, and you can take the ride once, just like taking a bus. The price remains unchanged whether you take the lift by yourself or with your whole family. From my perspective, this     4     solution is quite necessary, but still needs improvement.

The greatest concern is the price. Residents in old communities have been at odds with one another regarding how to most effectively distribute the necessary money with which to pay for the installation of elevators. Most residents living on lower floors are     5     reluctant to pay for an elevator to be installed given that it will likely end up occupying their common area of public space. For those living on higher floors, however, the lack of elevator can often be quite     6    , especially for the elderly. Therefore, although the installation charge has been cut down to a very low level by adding pay-to-use elevators, how to properly allocate(分配) the     7     costs involved remains to be negotiated. Another problem has     8     concerning who’ll ultimately pay for the ride, suppose two families share one elevator at the same time.

Much easier as it is to work things on paper, it requires a considerable investment of financial and material resources in its initial stage, and it will only be able to     9     subtle returns, at least in the short run, making it challenging for whatever authority to carry out the proposal.

Still we have to place ourselves in the position in which we can best serve the greater society and by this, treat the issue in a more reasonable     10     so as to minimize any potential losses.

8 . Making great memories in US neighborhoods

Sometimes, we remember our childhood neighborhood just as well, or even better than, our childhood homes. For both children and adults, neighborhoods are a place to play, learn, and make memories.

In the majority of US suburbs, almost everyone knows each other on the block. Coming home together on the bus is usually just the beginning of neighboring children spending time together. Whether it’s playing soccer or chasing each other around on bikes, kids often take advantage of the daylight to get some fresh air outside. When it’s hot, children can jump in a pool together. And when it’s cold, they can have a snowball fight with one another.

Adults also take advantage of living in a community by befriending their neighbors. It’s convenient for neighbors to become friends, considering that they live so close together. Neighbors are often the ones to babysit or dog-sit for each other.

If someone holds a party, neighbors might lend some space for guests to park their cars in. And if the postman or woman mixes up the mail, neighbors are are more than happy to return it back to its rightful owner. Having kind and caring neighbors can make a world of difference in how a person views their home. To some people, a home may not be just the house they live in, but also the community they’re a part of.

Besides from helping each other out, neighbors often get together for block parties. Block parties usually occur in the summer, when the weather is warm, and the sun stays out late. Kids can play games, and adults bring delicious treats and socialize. There are even some occasions(场合) when local firefighters will bring their fire trucks to the party.

Neighborhoods, just like homes, come in all different shapes and sizes. Some neighborhoods may contain over 100 people, while others may only have a few people. But whatever the size, neighborhoods can be a powerful and memorable part of our lives, filled with neighbors we’ll always remember.

1. What do children usually do with their neighbors, according to Paragraph 2?

A．Play together outside.	B．Do volunteer work.
C．Walk dogs together.	D．Study in groups.

2. How would the author probably describe the relationship between neighbors in US suburbs?

A．Serious.

B．Friendly.

C．Troubled.

D．Cold.

3. What can we learn about block parties?

A．They’re held regularly throughout the year.

B．They’re mainly held to welcome new neighbors.

C．Fire trucks are always brought to the parties.

D．They’re good places to socialize at.

4. The author wrote this article mainly to ________.

A．introduce the daily life of US children.

B．compare communities in the US and China.

C．explain why neighborhoods can be important to Americans.

D．share the good memories of her childhood neighborhood.

9 . Directions: Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible.

Living in the countryside?

Rolling hills and endless green pastures — those images are easy to conjure when thinking of the peaceful country lifestyle.

When lockdowns descended upon many countries across the world during the pandemic, social media seemed to be dominated by pictures of cottages and village life. So, why is living in the countryside becoming a modern fantasy — and are there benefits to considering a slower pace of life?

It makes sense that some people would want to give up the crowded and noisy city streets for the perceived tranquility of the traditional country life — especially during an event like a pandemic. The lockdowns and extensive periods of working from home have given people time to think about what they want from life. But it’s not just about having a greener place to look at out your window.

There is more evidence that relates to the benefits of rural living. Villages aren’t normally subject to the stop-go traffic we see in city centres, the buses fighting with taxis for dominance, or metro systems with trains that scream from one station to the next. In short, there’s less air pollution in your country retreat — a thing which increases the chances of developing respiratory conditions or heart disease. You also get more opportunities to take long walks and see the sights, meaning you can get more exercise. Less noise, more walks and better air can also lead to less stress and an increased life expectancy, according to studies such as one conducted by the British government in 2012.

However, there are some things that need to be considered.

Weather can be a large drawback when it comes to moving to the countryside. In some parts of the country, the winters bring blizzards and the spring brings torrential rains and flooding.

Living .far from the hustle and bustle of the city means that some, people may feel isolated or even lonely. And as people get older, life far from doctors or public transport could become a bit of a challenge.

So, if you’re considering a change of pace and moving to a picturesque village, there is a range of pros and cons to consider before taking the plunge.

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10 . Introduction

The aim of this report is to give an insight into the wide range of live music that is available in this area,and to single out one venue(场地)which I would particularly recommend visiting

Large venues

There are two live music venues of a reasonable size the Apollo and the Hippodrome. These attract headline acts from all parts of the U K,and occasionally from overseas too. The Apollo has recently been re-decorated and is clean, well-run and well-appointed. To my mind,however,it is a little on the boring side.The Hippodrome is the polar opposite--dark,dirty and poorly-managed and it could certainly do with better air-conditioning.But what it lacks in orderliness,it makes up for in character!

Smaller venues

If it's internationally-famous performers you're looking for,the Cave isn't the venue for you. However, as a showcase for local talents,it's enjoying quite a reputation among serious music fans in the area.Tickets are reasonably priced,with discounts for students and the unemployed.The room is a little cosy,to say the least,but that adds to the atmosphere! That said, it does have a tendency to be very crowded on Saturday nights,perhaps unpleasantly so.Stage One is somewhat larger than the Cave,with an advertised capacity of 350 as opposed to the Cave's 250.They tend to attract slightly better-known acts,but at £25-30 a throw,tickets aren't exactly cheap,and when bought over the phone incur an additional booking fee of £2.50 per ticket.

Recommendation

If you only have time to visit one venue, I would recommend ________. Its programme includes the best pop music bands in the UK and while it may not be the most polished show you've   ever seen,it should be a memorable evening.

1. Who do you think the report is intended for?

A．Primary school students.	B．Music-lovers.
C．Art critics.	D．Street performers.

2. According to the writer,the Apollo is superior to the Hippodrome in ________.

A．its history	B．its environment
C．its location	D．its performance

3. Which venue does the writer most probably recommend at the end of the passage?

A．The Apollo.	B．The Hippodrome.
C．The Cave.	D．Stage One.