1 . 假定你是李华，中华龙舟赛 (the Chinese Dragon Boat Race) 将在你市举行，外教Peter对此极感兴趣并向你打听相关事宜。请你用英语给他写封邮件，内容包括:
(1) 简要介绍划龙舟；
(2) 比赛时间及地点:11月19日，重庆合川；
(3) 邀请他一同前往观看。
注意:
(1) 字数80左右；
(2) 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Peter,
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Yours，

Li Hua.

2 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式

The annual Water Splashing Festival of the Dai ethnic minority falls during the New Year period of the Dai Calendar. It is the most important festival    1     (observe) by the Dai ethnic people of Xishuangbanna Prefecture.

The festival lasts for three days . The first two days'    2    ( activity ) are concentrated on the banks of the Lancang River. On the first day, a grand    3    (celebrate) marks the beginning of the festival.

An outdoor market is set up    4    locals go for New Year shopping . Artists create sand carvings on open space close to the market. A dragon boat race    5     (hold) on Lancang River     6     (ring) out the old year in the afternoon. At night, the banks of the river are    7     (colorful) lit, and locals float river lanterns on the river.

The third day, the climax of the festival, is reserved for water splashing. On that day, the Dai put on their    8     (new) and best clothes , and then assemble at the local temple . Water is regarded by the Dai as a symbol of goodwill among people . Therefore , splashing a fellow human being with water during the Water Splashing Festival ,    9    a close neighbor or a fellow villager , or even a stranger , is    10    expression of the desire for good luck and prosperity to that person.

3 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

A custom may take generations to form, especially in terms of choosing symbolic food for a holiday. But eating birthday noodles in China for National Day is a new custom,    1     is quickly gaining popularity in China.

The Chinese have been eating and developing various kinds of noodles     2    thousands of years.     3     is a widely practiced custom for people     4    (enjoy) a bowl of noodles on their birthday as a symbol of longevity (长寿).Their family members may also have noodles to share the joy and express their blessing. National Day is     5    birthday of China, and people eat birthday noodles to show their best     6    (wish) for the motherland.

Many video bloggers and official accounts took the chance to     7     (proud) introduce their local noodles to the country and show people's enthusiasm for     8     (take) part in the activity. Before this year's National Day holiday, a new book with pictures, recipes and stories of 365 different noodles from across China     9    ( publish) by the People's   Publishing House. It also     10     (contain) more than 170 teaching videos to help readers make noodles.

4 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Who is Thomson?

A．A cook.

B．The man's cousin.

C．Linda's husband.

2. How many years have the speakers got married?

A．40.

B．50.

C．60.

3. What do we know about Linda?

A．She won't be invited to the party.

B．She doesn't eat chicken.

C．She is a good cook.

5 . In 1947 a group of famous people from the art world headed by an Austrian conductor decided to hold an international festival of music, dance and theatre in Edinburgh. The idea was to reunite Europe after the Second World War.

It quickly attracted famous names such as Alec Guinness, Richard Burton, Dame Margot Fonteyn and Marlene Dietrich as well as the big symphony orchestras(交响乐团). It became a fixed event every August and now attracts 400,000 people yearly.

At the same time, the “Fringe” appeared as a challenge to the official festival. Eight uninvited theatre groups turned up in 1947, in the belief that everyone should have the right to perform, and they did so in a public house no longer used for years.

Soon, groups of students firstly from Edinburgh University, and later from the universities of Oxford, Cambridge, Durham and Birmingham were making the journey to the Scottish capital each summer to perform theatre by little-known playwrights(剧作家) in small church halls to the people of Edinburgh.

Today the “Fringe”, once less recognized, has far outgrown the festival with around 1,500 performances of theatre, music and dance on every one of the 21 days it lasts. And yet as early as 1959, with only 19 theatre groups performing, some said it was getting too big.

A paid administrator was first employed only in 1971, and today there are eight administrators working all year round and the number rises to 150 during August itself. In 2004 there were 200 places housing(给……提供场地) 1,695 shows by over 600 different groups from 50 different countries. More than 1.25 million tickets were sold.

1. What was the purpose of Edinburgh Festival in the beginning?

A．To bring Europe together again.

B．To honor heroes of World WarⅡ.

C．To introduce young theatre groups.

D．To attract great artists from Europe.

2. Why did some uninvited theatre groups come to Edinburgh in 1947?

A．They owned a public house there.

B．They came to take up a challenge.

C．They thought they were also famous.

D．They wanted to take part in the festival.

3. Who joined the “Fringe” after it appeared?

A．Popular writers.

B．University students.

C．Artists from around the world.

D．Performers of music and dance.

4. We may learn from the text that Edinburgh Festival　　　　.

A．has become a non-official event

B．has gone beyond an art festival

C．gives shows all year round

D．keeps growing rapidly

6 . Always something to celebrate

Edinburgh is the world's festival city. There are 12 festivals throughout the year, half of which are celebrated during the months of July and August.

Hundreds of thousands of people visit the Scottish capital during the summer. Here are some of the events they can enjoy:

The Edinburgh International Festival

This is the original Edinburgh festival, which began in 1947. Actors, musicians, dancers and opera singers from all over the world perform to huge audiences. You need tickets for most events which take place in theaters around the city.

The Edinburgh Festival Fringe (艺穗节)

This is the largest arts festival in the world with thousands of shows taking place across the city. More than 20,000 artists take part, as the festival is open to anyone. Visitors can choose from a huge variety of acts.

Join thousands of visitors and locals at the Royal Mile, Edinburgh's main street, to watch all kinds of performers and shows.

The Edinburgh International Book Festival

The largest book festival in the world began in 1983 and takes place every year in Charlotte Square Gardens, in the centre of Edinburgh. There are more than 700 events for children and adults who love books. You can meet many authors, talk to them, ask them to sign a book or listen to them talk about their stories. Children can listen to stories and watch illustrators (插画家) draw pictures.

The Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival

Music lovers come to this festival to enjoy music shows around the city. One of the highlights (精彩部分) of this musical event is the street carnival (嘉年华), which is free to all. Artists perform street theatre, dance and circus (马戏团) shows in amazing costumes, and everyone can join in the dancing.

1. What do we know about the Edinburgh International Festival from the article?

A．It started in 1947.

B．It's held at the Royal Mile.

C．It's free to Scottish people.

D．It takes place in July every year.

2. Which is the largest arts festival in the world?

A．The Edinburgh International Festival.

B．The Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

C．The Edinburgh International Book Festival.

D．The Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival.

3. According to the passage, what can visitors do at the Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival?

A．They can try on different costumes.

B．They can join a singing competition.

C．They can take part in a street carnival.

D．They can get pictures from famous painters.

7 . Birthdays at the Canadian Children’s Museum

The perfect place for a memorable birthday party!

Celebrate at the Canadian Children’s Museum with creative and fun-filled activities designed to excite the interest of children aged 3 to 12.

The party includes:

●One hour in a private party room;

●Admission to the museum;

●Unlimited time in the Children’s Museum (until closing);

●One hour animation(动画片)(Only with the “scene-Stealers” and “round the World” themed party. ) Payment is due(到期的)in full upon registration. Registration is required at least two weeks in advance.

Scene-Stealers (Ages 3 to 8)

Step into the spotlight (聚光灯)with a behind-the-scenes trip to the Canadian Children’s Museum Theatre. The Director will help you warm up with some theatre games, and teach you some stage skills to get you ready for the audience!

Cost: $190 for up to 10 kids and 2 adults; $10 for each extra child.

Around the World (Ages 4 to 7)

Take an unforgettable trip around the world to learn a traditional Mexican dance! This unforgettable journey through the International Village is packed with fun and creative activities for young adventurers.

Cost: $190 for up to 10 kids, and 2 adults; $10 for each extra child.

DIY Party (Ages 5 to 12)

DIY Party includes Museum admission, and one hour of free time in one of the Museum’s party rooms. A great choice for parents looking to plan their own activities!

Cost: $100 for up to 10 kids and 2 adults; $8 for each extra child.

1. What should you know about celebrating birthdays at the Canadian Children’s Museum?

A．It is for kids aged 3 to 7.

B．It provides animation in all parties.

C．It should be booked ahead of time.

D．It is required to be within one hour in the museum.

2. What can you do at a Scene-Stealers party?

A．Make a new movie.	B．Learn some stage skills.
C．Visit the International Village.	D．Practice traditional paper-making art.

3. How much should a couple pay if they bring 12 kids to a DIY Party?

A．$100.

B．$116.

C．$190.

D．$210.

8 . Yesterday was Mother’s Day. Unfortunately, my mother was not among the many happy mothers, as I couldn’t visit her this year. I made a ___on the phone that I would go to see her as soon as possible.

My mother always says that kids don’t need to ___a national day to say they love their mums. However, I remember one year I ___calling her on that very day, and the next morning she rang up to complain about it.

If you ___Thailand, you could hear the sentimental(伤感的) songs about mothers’ greatest love playing in ___places a week before the holiday. Schools, especially, are places that take this day very ___. Back in my teenage years, I ___there was once a Mother’s Day singing ___and my friend represented the school. She was so emotional while singing the famous song on Mother’s Day ___Kah Nam Nom that she almost didn’t finish the song.

However, her deep connection to the song helped her to ____third prize. After the contest, I asked her why she was so emotional ____the song. She told me that while she was singing, suddenly she had the ____that one day her mother would no longer be with her and every word in the song became ____. Every time I hear this song, it’s not my mother who ____to my mind but a ____of my friend crying with a microphone in her hand. The image ____vivid today.

Last week, a colleague ____an experience with me — every year on Mother’s Day, she has to attend a ____ceremony at her daughter’s school. Every year the teachers invite ____to the school for a big gathering in which students pay ____with flower garlands(花环). She said that the event was filled with the sobbing sounds mixed with Mother’s Day anthems.

1.

A．remark

B．promise

C．practice

D．suggestion

2.

A．long for

B．turn to

C．wait for

D．refer to

3.

A．missed

B．tried

C．regretted

D．avoided

4.

A．visit

B．like

C．leave

D．hate

5.

A．secret

B．public

C．large

D．possible

6.

A．strangely

B．carelessly

C．seriously

D．kindly

7.

A．remember

B．think

C．doubt

D．wonder

8.

A．program

B．activity

C．competition

D．show

9.

A．called

B．designed

C．made

D．created

10.

A．assist

B．place

C．win

D．adopt

11.

A．in

B．expect

C．besides

D．about

12.

A．duty

B．gift

C．idea

D．habit

13.

A．interesting

B．heartbreaking

C．delighting

D．puzzling

14.

A．hits

B．comes

C．occurs

D．catches

15.

A．picture

B．guess

C．part

D．drawing

16.

A．develops

B．controls

C．remains

D．increases

17.

A．compared

B．shared

C．provided

D．filled

18.

A．common

B．special

C．serious

D．rare

19.

A．friends

B．fathers

C．students

D．mothers

20.

A．respect

B．attention

C．satisfaction

D．manners

9 . Thanksgiving Day is a public vacation. It is a day off for the general population in the US, and schools and most businesses are closed。

What Do People Do

Thanksgiving Day is traditionally a day for families and friends to get together for a special meal.The meal often includes a turkey, stuffing, potatoes, cranberry sauce, gravy, pumpkin pie and vegetables. Thanksgiving Day is a time for many people to give thanks for what they have.

Thanksgiving Day parades are held in some cities and towns on or around Thanksgiving Day. Some parades or festivities also mark the opening of the Christmas shopping season. Some people have a four-day weekend so it is a popular time for trips and to visit family and friends.

Public Life

Most government offices, businesses, schools and other organizations are closed on Thanksgiving Day. Many offices and businesses allow staff to have a four-day weekend so these offices and businesses are also closed on the Friday after Thanksgiving Day. Public transit systems do not usually operate on their regular timetables.

Thanksgiving Day is one of the busiest periods for travel in the US. This can causecongestionand overcrowding. Seasonal parades and busy football games can cause disruption to local traffic

1. What do people usually do on Thanksgiving Day?

A．All people will have a four-day weekend.

B．People usually get together with their family without travelling.

C．People in government officials still work on this day.

D．People usually go out to parade on this day.

2. What does the underlined word"congestion"in the last paragraph probably mean?

A．Air pollution.	B．Environment damage.
C．Too much traffic and too many people.	D．Destruction to the road.

3. What can we infer from the passage?

A．Students usually go to school to celebrate.

B．Buses usually serve on the regular timetable.

C．You'd better not go shopping because shops are all closed.

D．You and your family can get together for a special meal.

10 . Halloween falls on the 31st of October every year. If you want to celebrate, you have a lot of options You can throw a party with friends and family, decorate for the season, or participate in events around your town.     1    .   

Throw a party. You can host a costume party where everyone needs to wear their costumes. Part of the fun of Halloween is dressing up. If you want, you can even have a contest where guests can compete for different titles like"Scariest Costume","Funniest Costume", and so on.     2    .If guests don’t want to wear a costume, don' t push them. It may be their religion or they simply don't want to. If you push them too hard, they may feel offended.

Bob for apples. Bobbing for apples is a classic Halloween tradition that many people love. Simply place some apples in a bucket of water and have guests try to lift them out only with their mouths.     3    

Watch scary movies. You can have a movie screening at your party. Show your favorite scary movies that are perfect for the season to get you in the Halloween spirit.

    4     There are a wide variety of treats you can provide for the event. You can provide classic candy that's often handed out to kids saying"Trick or Treat", like small candy bars.     5    

A．You can also try making your own Halloween-themed baked food.

B．Make Halloween candies.

C．This can be fun if you want a more light-hearted holiday party instead of something scary.

D．Provide Halloween treats.

E．With some preparation and planning, you and your loved ones can enjoy a fun and cheerful Halloween.

F．Remember, not everyone likes dressing up.

G．You need to make sure everyone dresses up.