1 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the most important to the woman about her dream house?

A．The decoration.

B．The space.

C．The view.

2. How many bathrooms does the woman want?

A．Two.

B．Three.

C．Four.

3. What would the woman plan to do for her dream house?

A．Have vases in every room.

B．Keep a few things in drawers.

C．Put some pictures on the walls.

4. Where will the woman put the TV?

A．In the kitchen.

B．In the bedroom.

C．In the living room.

2 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Who works with cars?

A．Phil.

B．Chris.

C．The man.

2. What does the man want in the apartment?

A．Two bedrooms.

B．A bathroom with a shower.

C．Two bathrooms and a kitchen.

3. Which part of the city does the man like to live in?

A．The north.

B．The west.

C．The east.

3 . Some of the classrooms at Taft Elementary in Santa Clara, California, have one flaw (缺陷) in common: They don’t have _________.

“Most of the day, the students are _________. And they don’t really get to see any trees, or the blue sky,” said Ernesto Rodriguez, a school psychologist with a _________ for landscape photography. “The lack of windows does affect kids, making it _________ to concentrate. Being in and around nature _________ anxiety and has benefits for students. Kids who have _________ out of windows do better academically, emotionally and creatively.”

He had an _________ to bring nature into rooms by developing hospital curtains that he could print landscapes onto as a _________ to brighten dull rooms. Then, he brought landscapes into classrooms—via the ceiling.

Rodriguez uses his photography skills to take 360 degree shots of tree canopies (树冠). Then he _________ them and fits them onto the ceiling, so when you __________, it feels like you’re sitting under a tree. “It has all those elements of the science that help calm you down, help you __________ and communicate. Kids will want to come in more __________,” he said.

“It’s surprising to __________ that there are trees here,” one student said as she entered the room and saw the __________ addition. “I would say that it’s pretty great and beautiful. Trees bring me peace.”

“This is a __________ of both my careers as a school psychologist and a photographer,” said Rodriguez.

1.

A．trees.

B．ceilings

C．windows

D．photos

2.

A．inside

B．outside

C．downstairs

D．upstairs

3.

A．demand

B．concern

C．dream

D．passion

4.

A．hard

B．useless

C．necessary

D．endless

5.

A．connects

B．eases

C．causes

D．increases

6.

A．time

B．access

C．thoughts

D．views

7.

A．idea

B．approval

C．opinion

D．impression

8.

A．guide

B．way

C．reason

D．proposal

9.

A．collects

B．grades

C．prints

D．cuts

10.

A．get out

B．get up

C．look out

D．look up

11.

A．play

B．eat

C．focus

D．breathe

12.

A．frequently

B．quickly

C．comfortably

D．normally

13.

A．confirm

B．see

C．fancy

D．forget

14.

A．familiar

B．confusing

C．new

D．usual

15.

A．characteristic

B．combination

C．balance

D．foundation

4 . As any gardener knows, nature doesn’t need much space to grow strong and healthy — give her an inch, and she’ll take a mile! Here are four impressive examples of nature reclaiming (开发利用) our world for itself with amazing results.

Houtouwan, China

It lies on the island of Shengshan Town on the furthermost edge of a group of islands. The only way to get there is by private boat, or by bus, and then by ship. Its isolation (隔绝) was one of the prime factors leading to the abandonment of the village in the 1990s. Now, its walls and streets become green with overgrowth.

Spreepark, Germany

Spreepark was closed in 2001 and the local plant life soon got to work. Structures in use since the park originally opened in 1969 were quickly covered by leaves. Now, an initiative aims to bring the site back to life.

Vallone dei Mulini, Italy

Its high humidity (湿度) encouraged a microclimate perfect for plant growth. As the abandoned buildings fell apart, the ruins and their surroundings became completely overgrown. Photographs taken of the site in 2006 went widespread online.

Beng Mealea, Cambodia

Though constructed around 900 years ago, this grand temple is far less frequented than its more famous neighbour, Angkor Wat. In 2020, it was submitted for consideration as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Natural decline, among other factors, has caused serious damage to the site, allowing the surrounding jungle to overrun and combine with it.

1. What mainly caused Houtouwan’s abandonment?

A．Its wet climate.	B．The overgrowth of plants.
C．Its separate location.	D．The aging of walls and streets.

2. Which place once became popular online?

A．Houtouwan.

B．Spreepark.

C．Vallone dei Mulini.

D．Beng Mealea.

3. What feature do the four places share?

A．They are World Heritage Sites.	B．They are being taken back by nature.
C．They are nearly 1,000 years old.	D．They are regaining their original state.

5 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why does the man think the price of the flat is too high?

A．The position is not good.

B．The neighbors are too noisy.

C．The flat is in a bad state of repair.

2. What does the woman say about the flat?

A．It is cheap.

B．It is popular.

C．It is convenient.

3. What will the man do this afternoon?

A．Visit a dentist.

B．See another flat.

C．Meet the woman.

6 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Who is the speaker?

A．A tour guide.

B．An architect.

C．A businessman.

2. How did the architect design the building?

A．By studying the old house.

B．By copying others’ designs.

C．By observing the family’s life.

3. What was the building made of?

A．Wood.

B．Brick.

C．Concrete.

4. What is the present condition of the building?

A．It is being rebuilt.

B．It is well protected.

C．It is in ruins.

7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What’s the problem with the woman’s present apartment?

A．It’s far from campus.

B．Its rent is high.

C．It’s not furnished.

2. Why did the woman call the man?

A．To make a complaint.

B．To ask for help.

C．To rent his house.

3. What will the man do next?

A．Inquire about the price.

B．Find a roommate.

C．Visit an apartment.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How many beds are there in a room?

A．Two.

B．Four.

C．Five.

2. What things can guests do?

A．Have breakfast in the Thai restaurants.

B．Play bad minton.

C．Have water sports.

9 . Birmingham is the second largest city of the United Kingdom. It lies near the geographic center of England. It’s one of England’s major industrial and commercial areas. Here’re some places in Birmingham you may be interested in living in.

Solihull

Located 7.5 miles southeast of Birmingham, Solihull offers the best of both worlds for the perfect combination of city and country living. With several top-rated schools, Solihull is a perfect location for families, and with over 1,500acres of parks, there’re plenty of green spaces to keep the kids entertained as well. With easy transport links into Birmingham, it’s a great choice for commuters (通勤人员) and what’s more, Birmingham Airport is located in Solihull.

Erdington

Situated five miles northeast of the city center, Erdington has to be one of the best places to live in and around Birmingham. This is a very well-connected city suburb, with easy motorway access, great bus links and a railway station on the Cross City Line.

Digbeth

If you’re looking to buy your first home in Birmingham, Digbeth could be the perfect choice. The area is a hub for the creative industry, with the Custard Factory and Fazeley Studios both hosting a huge variety of digital and cultural businesses. It’s very tolerant of all kinds of culture, making it one of the most dynamic places to live in.

Edgbaston

Edgbaston is one of the richest areas in Birmingham, well-known for its green spaces and Birmingham Botanical Gardens. There’re many other attractions for those not interested in sports, including the pretty Victorian campus of Birmingham University and multiple Michelin-starred restaurants. It is a suitable place to live in.

1. What’s special about Solihull?

A．It is very suitable for the old.

B．It has the largest park in Birmingham.

C．It is the trading center of Birmingham.

D．It shows the mix of rural and urban life.

2. Which place presents cultural diversity?

A．Digbeth.	B．Erdington.
C．Edgbaston.	D．Solihull.

3. What is the author trying to persuade readers to do in Birmingham?

A．Attend university.	B．Go on a tour.
C．Buy houses.	D．Start businesses.

10 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1. What’s wrong with the woman’s room?

A．It’s not quiet.

B．It’s a little dark.

C．It’s smelly.

2. What is the woman`s final decision?

A．Moving to another room.

B．Checking in another hotel.

C．Waiting for a non-smoking room.