1 . 假如你叫李华，你校英文报正在就网上购物的利弊这一话题征集稿件。请你投稿，介绍自己的看法。
注意：
1.词数80左右。
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Editor,

I write today to say something about online shopping.

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Yours,

Li Hua

2 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What’s the purpose of the talk?

A．To warn people of some food.

B．To remind people of the sales.

C．To tell people the shop rules.

2. What is included in the list?

A．Potatoes.

B．Beef.

C．Frozen peas.

3. What’s the time limit for a full refund?

A．Within a week.

B．Within a month.

C．Within six weeks.

4. Who will help the shoppers?

A．Store managers.

B．Customer service staff.

C．Security guards.

3 . Have you ever found yourself in a clothing store and wondered why you’re there? Perhaps you’re in a hot and sweaty mess, in an awful lineup, tired or hungry, and suddenly the whole situation feels absurd(荒谬的). You know deep down you shouldn’t be spending money on clothes, but you want to because you’ re more bored than anything, and buying pretty new clothes just makes you excited and satisfied!

It might be time for a ban on fast fashion—or at the very least, a new approach to buying clothes. That is where Lauren Bravo’s new book comes in handy. Titled “How to Break Up with Fast Fashion: A Guilt-Free Guide to Changing the Way You Shop—For Good”, it is meant both to educate fashion lovers in the many evils (罪恶) of the industry they love and to encourage them to break their less-than-favorable consumption habits in favor of better ones.

The word “guilt-free” in her subtitle is key, however. Bravo recognizes that clothes are a necessity, as well as a form of identity and creative expression for many individuals. so they’ re not going away. Rather, we can learn to buy in ways that are less harmful to the environment, our bank accounts and our mental wellbeing.

To achieve this, Bravo studied the benefits of fast-growing fashion rental companies, of community clothing exchanges and the value in sharing clothes among immediate friends and family. She lists and interviews various social media influencers who are prioritizing rewear and repair, showing others how to get more looks with fewer pieces, and buying second-hand clothes.

At times the book doesn’t feel like a how-to guide. She is clearly a devoted fashionista（时尚达人）who lives and breathes clothes. This makes her year-long ban on fast fashion shopping all more impressive,but one gets the impression that she wasn’t lacking in options in the meantime. Her descriptions of past shopping adventures are indeed interesting—there were times I laughed out loud.

Throughout the book,Bravo also offers tips for better shopping habits.

1. Which drives people’s unwise purchases?

A．The desire to be unique.	B．The feeling from purchasing new clothes.
C．The lack of a financial budget.	D．The wish to compare with others.

2. What does the underlined word “this”in paragraph 4 refer to?

A．Shopping in better ways.	B．Buying fewer clothes.
C．Satisfying the need for clothes.	D．Getting rid of the sense of guilt.

3. How does Bravo sound when telling her past shopping experiences?

A．Guilty.

B．Proud.

C．Humorous.

D．Cautious.

4. Where is the text most probably from?

A．A report.

B．A textbook.

C．A review.

D．A guide.

4 . Now many people have a misconception that GPS tracking devices for children are meant to spy on kids. However, what they are supposed to do is help you keep an eye on your kids so that they are away from danger. These devices are kept with kids, so when they are away from their homes, parents can avoid the constant feeling of concern. Finding the right one for your child can be a confusing task, so we have provided some devices that have received good reviews.

◆ Magellan eXplorist GC Handheld GPS: This pocket size GPS has a mini USB cable, 90 days of battery life. It’s water-resistant, and it gets a signal even in wooded areas and canyons.

◆ GlobalSat TR-102 GPS Talkie Tracker: This GPS device can be used in the car and at home. The signal is sent through SMS to a back-end call center. You can also use it as a cell phone and make calls to 3 previously-entered numbers.

◆ BrickHouse Child Locator: The device gives instant information to authorities and back to you. Also, the device comes with easy-to-read directions that point you in the right direction and 90-day battery life.

◆ Flash GPS Reporter: The device is really tiny and can fit anywhere in the car, bac pack or pockets. It comes with 90-day rechargeable battery.

1. What does the underlined word “they” in paragraph 1 refer to? ’

A．The people.	B．The devices.
C．The children.	D．The parents.

2. Which one is suitable for children when they are swimming?

A．Magellan eXplorist GC Handheld GPS.

B．GlobalSat TR-102 GPS Talkie Tracker.

C．BrickHouse Child Locator.

D．Flash GPS Reporter.

3. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text?

A．To share the ways to spy on kids.	B．To show a new technique.
C．To list some good reviews.	D．To introduce some products.

5 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What did the boy’s Mom and Dad give him for his birthday?

A．A raincoat.

B．A leather jacket.

C．A pair of jeans.

2. What will the boy do with the present?

A．Give it to his sister.

B．Accept it gratefully.

C．Return it for the money hack.

3. What will the girl do?

A．Talk with her parent.

B．Lend some money to the boy.

C．Buy the boy what he asked for.

4. What is the relationship between the speakers?

A．Brother and sister.

B．Mother and son.

C．Good friends.

6 . 阅读下列材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Today, we buy more clothing    1    we did 20 years ago. Fast fashion causes 13.1 million tons of clothes to be thrown away each year, and only 15% are recycled. That’s a lot of waste if you take into consideration the fact that too much water    2    (use) to produce one T-shirt. What can you do about that? Use the principle “less is more”.

Fast fashion clothing is designed to fall apart fast,    3    means that you’ll need more soon. In the long run, it’s    4    (cheap) to buy fewer clothes of higher quality. Besides, more and more    5    (store) have recycling programs,    6    (make) it easy to get rid of unwanted items responsibly.

Businesses can be environmental-friendly, too. For example, an online clothing store promises    7    (contribute) 5% of its income to an    8    (organize) which protects elephants in Africa.    9    (actual), shopping in such similar businesses is certainly    10    amazing way to be in harmony with (与……和谐相处) nature. It creates a win-win situation where you can buy things you love, and at the same time, the environment has been improved because of your effort.

7 . 阅读下面短文，按要求完成各小题。

Do you want to buy things that are new or second-hand? These days, more and more people want to buy second-hand things. Second-hand things are not only cheap and valuable but also environmental-friendly.

These years, people often buy far more than they need. At the same time, more people are interested in minimalism (极简主义). So the trade among second-hand things is becoming more and more popular. It helps develop the online trading platforms (平台) as well. In those second-hand platforms, people can trade almost all kinds of used products.

Things in the second-hand platforms are much cheaper than new ones, so people can save a lot of money. For example, a new car may cost much money, but you can have a second-hand car with a lower price.

Using second-hand things is also good for the environment. Many things can be recycled many times. So it’s a better choice to sell the things you don’t need as second-hand products instead of throwing them. It can bring the environment less pollution.

People can even find something special and valuable. These things are no longer made nowadays. For example, some people like to buy some old things, including watches, clothes and others. These things often go back 30 years or even more. But as long as they’re good, people can still use them.

What kinds of second-hand things will you buy?

1. People often buy far more than they need and more people ________ minimalism these years.
2. How should we deal with the things we don’t need any more according to Paragraph 4?
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3. Why is something on second-hand market special and valuable nowadays?
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4. 找出并写下全文的主题句。
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5. 将文中画线句子译成汉语。
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8 . Black Friday is celebrated on the fourth Friday of November. It has long been a popular day for consumers to start shopping for Christmas. Over the last 20 years big retailers have started to offer discounts and bargains on this day.     1    

Many of us love to get a bargain, but some feel that events like Black Friday encourage people to buy things that they don’t really need and can’t afford. Many people seem to completely lose control of both their spending and their tempers. It is easy to find video online of customers physically fighting each other over bargains.     2     That is because those small shopkeepers cannot afford to offer the kinds of price cuts while the big companies can.

Instead of taking the opportunity to buy as much as possible on Black Friday, you could do the opposite and buy absolutely nothing. Since 1992, Buy Nothing Day has been held on the same day as Black Friday. The rules are simple.     3     The aim is to make people think more about their spending and to make better decisions about what they buy and where they buy it from.

    4     For example, you can avoid buying ‘fast fashion’, that is, very cheap clothes that are worn a few times before being thrown away. Or you could decide not to automatically upgrade your mobile at the end of a contract.     5    

A．They have made good profit by doing so.

B．Just don’t buy anything at all for 24 hours.

C．Avoid shopping and go for a walk in nature.

D．It is also argued that Black Friday is bad for small shopkeepers.

E．People have formed the habit to look for bargains on Black Friday.

F．Buy Nothing Day aims to raise awareness of how to be a wiser consumer.

G．These decisions can help protect the environment as well as saving money.

9 . Shopping in Singapore

Orchard Road

Surrounded by local and international department stores and big malls on both the ends, Orchard Road is the most famous spot for best shopping in Singapore. From budget clothes and electronics to discount stores for high-end fashion labels and housewares, you can find everything under one roof.

Timings: Most of the stores and markets open from 9 or 10 a.m., and close by 10 p.m. But on every Saturday, almost all the shops extend the shopping hours till 11 p.m.

Marina Bay

Known for being the most glorious attraction, the area of Marina Bay is home to a lot of famous malls in Singapore. From local brands to international ones which you may have never heard of, everything can be spotted here at a price you might not have to think about twice.

Timings: While most malls stay open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., the shops here stay open till 11 p.m. every day, and till 11:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

Chinatown

This market area is one of the most fascinating and best shopping places in Singapore for those on a budget. It is certainly a great place to buy spices, souvenirs, and clothes. Also, you can heartily bargain here until you feel satisfied with your buy!

Timings: While some stores stay open till 6 p. m., some close late in the night by 11 p. m.

Little India

The most colorful and active place for shopping in Singapore, Little India is a paradise for every tourist looking to shop his or her heart out. The easy connectivity of the lanes makes shopping and walking around a cakewalk. From spices and rich sari fabrics to flowers, jewellery, and silverware, you can find anything here!

Timings: While the Mustafa Centre stays open for 24 hours, the other shops mostly remain open till 10 p.m.

1. What is the common feature of Orchard Road and Marina Bay?

A．They feature local brands.

B．Both have a full range of goods.

C．They have the same business hours.

D．Both are open seven days a week.

2. How do customers usually feel while bargaining in Chinatown?

A．Joyful.	B．Tough.
C．Ashamed.	D．Exhausted.

3. Where could you go if you want to buy something after midnight?

A．Orchard Road.	B．Marina Bay.
C．Chinatown.	D．Little India.

10 . Ways to Save Money When You’re Shopping

Smart shopping is important for a low budget (预算).The following tips will help you save money when you are shopping.

Make a shopping list. Before you go shopping, make a list of things you plan to buy.    1     It will help avoid your impulse (冲动) shopping.

Only bring the cash you need.     2     Before you go out, put a small amount of cash in your purse to cover all the buying you plan on doing. If the cash runs out, your shopping time is over for the day.

When it comes to clothes, just buy the basics.     3     Chances are that you are better off with a smaller number of basic pieces.

When in doubt, leave the store. Have no idea whether or not to buy something?     4     If you decide later that you really, really want it, then you can go back and buy it tomorrow. But it is more likely that you will be happy when you save your money.

    5     Not all shopping friends are created equal. Some of them love it when you spend money because it makes them feel better about their own purchases. Instead of going shopping with those friends, call up some friends who will give you their honest opinions and won’t persuade you into buying anything.

A．You can’t spend money you don’t have.

B．Try not to shop when bored.

C．Put it down and leave the store.

D．Pick your shopping friends wisely.

E．Used things are cheaper than new ones.

F．Before you buy something, ask yourself how often you will actually wear it.

G．The rule is: You are not allowed to buy anything unless it is already on your list.