1 . About 20 minutes away from River Campus, one might hear sounds of magical flights at the mysterious Mushroom House of Powder Mills Park. The private houses, _________ as the landmark of Town of Perinton, show off extraordinary architectural _________ with tree-like doors and wooden sculptures, treasure-filled mosaics, and naturalistic components in both inside and _________.

This odd artistic _________ has gained the Mushroom House its own official website and widespread media coverage. Since the house’s _________, it has actively been covered by many media. Much like Disney’s Pixie Hollow, the Mushroom House appears to be a collection of “found” parts. The _________ starts from the underground garage to the tunnel, a reminder of the University’s tunnel system, _________ the outer of the Mushroom House.

The round tops and inner branches of the Mushroom House are in good condition, _________to any old mushrooms found in a backyard. But the different types of glass, with their unique shapes and materials, used to build walls of the Great Room and the master bathroom lend the inside a colorful personality. Though _________, the curves (曲线) of the ceilings in all four mushrooms create acoustics (音响效果) that its website__________ that of Carnegie Hall in New York City. __________ builders Peter Strong and William Ashton, the four 80-ton Mushroom Houses were __________ from models on the ground. The outside Mushroom House was then __________ with works of art, including fashionable lighting and handmade bricks, hobbit-like doors, tree and __________ sculptures, sand-molded walls and ceilings, custom wood furniture, and iron railings.

These works of art were all designed and __________ by local artists. Though this seems like a dream, it carries a sweet past.

1.

A．seen

B．left

C．sold

D．thrown

2.

A．plans

B．history

C．background

D．designs

3.

A．outside

B．back

C．surface

D．top

4.

A．platform

B．room

C．architecture

D．sculpture

5.

A．purchase

B．disappearance

C．creation

D．collapse

6.

A．origin

B．course

C．journey

D．adventure

7.

A．writing

B．appearing

C．drawing

D．making

8.

A．back

B．blind

C．access

D．similar

9.

A．safe

B．obvious

C．simple

D．common

10.

A．puts forward

B．begins with

C．takes on

D．compares to

11.

A．With the help of

B．In the front of

C．With regards to

D．In terms of

12.

A．delivered

B．built

C．researched

D．transported

13.

A．decorated

B．equipped

C．marked

D．filled

14.

A．flower

B．leave

C．grass

D．branch

15.

A．spread

B．created

C．observed

D．bought

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1. 写信目的；
2. 情况介绍；
3. 约定一起锻炼。
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3 . 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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