1 . In February, before the outbreak of Covid-19, I sold my old-style car. I thought it wouldn’t be a big deal: I live in London within walking distance of three subway stations and countless bus stops. I own a bike; there are taxis and supermarket delivery services, and I joined a car-share program, all of which can save me a big sum of money to fund my future green transport.
Then the lockdown(封锁) happened and being car-free suddenly felt like a big deal. I couldn’t get a supermarket delivery. I couldn’t take my broken garden chairs to the recycling centre. And a few days into lockdown, somebody stole my bike!
When the lockdown stopped, it just got worse. I was eager to go to the countryside or beach, but taking public transport or taxi felt like too much of a risk. The car share program turned out to be unbelievably difficult to deal with—every area has its own rules about where you can and can’t park, and taking car-share vehicle(车辆) beyond the city is impossible. And renting car is clearly expensive and time-consuming.
So last month I did a U-turn. I felt guilty but also a sense of satisfaction: I had tried, but the pandemic(疫情) beat me. Most of all, I got freedom, sitting behind the wheel(方向盘) and getting to wherever I want. Don’t get me wrong. I still expect to travel without creating greenhouse gases and pollution. But life in a pandemic has drawn attention to some of the disadvantages of public transport, such as time and money wasted on the road to offices and the risk of Covid-19. It has also stressed our need to review our relationship with the environment. Problems with public transport have meant that the ownership and use of a car has become quite a useful thing.
1. Why did the author sell his car in the first paragraph?| A．His car was too old to drive. |
| B．He tried to lead a greener life. |
| C．He felt a car was no longer useful. |
| D．He wanted to get a big sum of money. |
| A．I bought a new car. |
| B．I made a tough decision. |
| C．I broke the lockdown rules. |
| D．I chose another path to life. |
| A．doubtful | B．concerned |
| C．positive | D．uncertain |
| A．A greener choice in life |
| B．Back behind the wheel |
| C．How to survive the lockdown |
| D．The disadvantages of public transport |
1.使用私家车带来的问题
2.更环保的交通方式及其益处。
注意：1.100词左右 2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯
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3 . I personally think trains are exciting and romantic. I must admit that trains are not important means of transportation in the US, but I do have some experiences with them.
When I was a child, growing up in a small town with very little entertainment, we used to go to the station to watch the passenger trains coming in. There was something exciting about the steaming, roaring string of trains coming into view around the mountains, slowly growing larger and louder and finally after their stop crowds of strangers spilling （漏出）onto the platform.
I took my first train trip when I was ten years old. I went with my elder sister to visit our cousins six hundred miles away. The train — so loud and violent on the outside — was gentle and rocking inside. We were very excited, and as that was also our first time away from our parents, we felt somewhat frightened too. However, because I had expected so much, I was a little disappointed when I was finally one of the passengers I had watched for so long.
As a college student, I used to ride an overnight train to my roommate's hometown. We could never afford a sleeper, so we played cards, sang, ate, read and talked until we finally fell uncomfortably asleep in the straight-backed seats.
My idea that trains are romantic may come from the fact that my husband and I took the train on our honeymoon, spending extra money to eat in the dining car, and looking out of the window as the desert scenery slid past.
Now, when I make a trip, I always fly or drive, and trains are not a very important part of my life. Still, every time I hear the train whistle far away on a quiet night, I can always feel the impulse in my heart to pack my bags and jump on board, entering a unique world of motions, sounds, sights and experiences which just aren't matched in the dull environment of an airplane.
1. Why did the author feel a little disappointed during the first train trip?| A．Because the train was loud and violent. | B．Because she finally became a passenger. |
| C．Because she had a high expectation. | D．Because she missed his parents. |
| A．the author's childhood memory of trains was frightening and disappointing |
| B．the author no longer makes a trip by train now as a result of its dull environment |
| C．the author didn't fall asleep until she found straight-backed seats with her roommate |
| D．the author thought trains romantic mainly because of the pleasant moment with her husband |
| A．Eager. | B．Embarrassed. | C．Romantic. | D．Disappointed. |
| A．My Love of Trains | B．Watching Trains Coming |
| C．My Memory of Trips | D．Trains: My Best Choice |
If you are living for a long period of time in China, chances are you will want to purchase your own bicycle so that you can use it whenever you want for transportation or just for the enjoyment of riding. Even if you don’t use a bicycle for everyday transportation, owning one can be a great way of enjoying some of the trails in the rural areas, just for fun. However, if you are just visiting China, renting a bicycle can be a more convenient choice.
It is important to choose the correct bicycle for your use. You’ll find that in China, the one-speed style of bicycle is extremely popular. These bicycles are great if you want to ride around in the city to see the sights. They are quite comfortable and easy to ride. You can often rent a bicycle for an entire day for around $15.
However, if you wish to ride on some of the rural paths, a mountain bike style would be a better choice. They are great for different kinds of road surfaces, providing for a safer ride. If you are planning to have a desire to tour and still be able to carry packages with you, then a touring bike would be the best choice. These are generally the most expensive to rent, but are extremely handy for carrying packages and even some of your luggage along with you.
1. The opening paragraph probably tells us that .
| A．riding bicycle is very popular to Chinese people |
| B．Chinese people use bicycles only for transportation |
| C．Americans use bicycles only for sport and exercise |
| D．Riding bicycles is the main means of transportation |
| A．buy a bike | B．borrow a bike |
| C．steal a bike | D．rent a bike |
| A．It’s worth at least 15 dollars |
| B．You can’t ride it in the countryside. |
| C．It is easy for you to travel in the city |
| D．You have to return it the next day. |
| A．you have to ride on the road in the countryside |
| B．you have some packages to carry while traveling |
| C．you want to enjoy the sights in the big cities |
| D．it is suitable for all kinds of road surfaces |
5 . China Train Guide
Quick Guide on China Train Travel
If you’re looking for an affordable and comfortable way to get around China, train travel is the way to go. Getting train information and cheap train tickets has never been easier. Online train ticket booking makes it easy for travelers to look through China’s train timetable, compare train fares, and look for ticket availability. Once you’ve found a suitable train, you can book online and pick your tickets up at the train station or get them delivered to your home or hotel. Train tickets can be booked online a minimum of 35 minutes and a maximum of 60 days before departure.
How to choose train types
When you’re buying China train tickets online, you’ll notice that the journey duration differs depending on which type of train you choose. China train types can be recognized by their letter codes G, D and C trains are high-speed trains, while Z, T and K are slower or overnight trains. China’s high-speed trains run between Chinese provincial capitals and first-tier Chinese cities. G trains (high-speed trains, standing for gāotiě) are China’s bullet trains—the fastest trains with a maximum speed of 400 km／h. Tickets for these trains are the most expensive.
How to buy train tickets
Unless you can read Chinese, there are only two ways to make train reservations in China:
—Online train ticket booking with a travel agency (up to 60 days before departure).
—At the train station／local ticket agency with your passport (up to 58 days before departure).
How to read train tickets
When reading your train ticket, please take note of the Chinese characters and Pinyin printed next to your departure / arrival city. Directions (North, South, East, and West) appear in Pinyin (Bei, Nan, Dong, and Xi), not English. Please make sure you are going to the correct train station.
1. What can we learn from the first paragraph?| A．It’s difficult to get train information in China. |
| B．You can get on the train without tickets after booking online. |
| C．Traveling by train in China is not very expensive. |
| D．Train tickets online are available at any time within 60 days before you leave. |
| A．G trains | B．Z trains | C．D trains | D．Overnight trains |
| A．Native tourists. | B．Travel agencies. | C．Businessmen. | D．Foreign travelers. |
6 . A crew of six teenage girls completed a nine-day sailing trip in the US recently, after braving seasickness and strong winds.
For the past three years，the Sea Cadet teenagers who set sail were all male. Roger Noakes, who captained the boat，said this was the first time he’d taken out an all-female crew.
The girls asked for an a11-girls trip in August this year.The crew set sail along with three adults, Noakes and two Sea Cadet representatives.The original plan was for the girls to sail 24 hours a day in rotating shifts(轮流换班)along the coast and then return.Things turned out differently，however. “The first night was rough because the wind was really hard.The waves were going up and down，”said Abby Fairchild，16. “Everybody got seasick.” Noakes gave the girls the option of just sailing in the bay and not going into open water. “But they decided they were going.”
The teenagers then sailed a long way overnight and slept in shifts. “We’ve learned everything from steering(掌舵) the boat itself to putting up the sails to cooking while we have rough seas，”said 15-year-old Olivia Wilcox.
The teenagers stopped on land in Massachusetts. They didn’t make it to their original destination in Maine，where they were supposed to have a celebratory dinner，due to the weather and winds. They said they weren’t disappointed，however，as they’d learned a lot. “They learned about boating，and above all，they built confidence and character，” said Noakes.
1. What was special about the US Sea Cadet trip this year?| A．It was the longest sailing trip ever. |
| B．It was the first all-female-crew sailing trip. |
| C．It was the most dangerous sailing trip ever. |
| D．It was the first sailing trip for teenagers. |
| A．They all got seasick. | B．They regretted taking the trip. |
| C．They decided to stay in the bay. | D．Some of them were injured. |
| A．Determined and cooperative. | B．Hard-working and talented. |
| C．Understanding and creative. | D．Adventurous and skillful. |
| A．They acquired excellent sailing skills. |
| B．They learned to work in teams. |
| C．They built confidence and character. |
| D．They knew the sea better. |
| A．She should buy tickets in advance. |
| B．She can buy tickets down the road. |
| C．She will take a No. 37 bus. |
| A．By car. | B．By bus. | C．By train. |
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Last Sunday, sixty students from our school pay a visit to China Science and Technology Museum.
The museum, which main task is to spread the knowledge of science and technology, covers area of 48,000 square meters. The moment when we entered the museum, the exhibition caught their attention. In the museum, we saw the latest progresses in science and technology. Moreover, we did an amazed scientific experiment by ourselves. What appealed for us most was the 3D film that made us feel we were in real events.
Though the visiting time was slight short, we gained a lot. It is so an instructive activity that we hope more will be organized in the future.
