1 . 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。

Going abroad was the toughest decision I’ve ever faced. Being an introverted (内向的) and quiet girl, I tend to keep to     1     (I). For this reason, heading of to a new country     2     I did not know anyone was scary, but I knew it would be worth it.

Landing in Beijing was like coming home. This city that I had never been to     3     (feel) like the right place to be. Right then and there, I knew that everything would be okay. Throughout my time in China, I shared unique experiences     4     newfound friends that I would never have met in the States. On my very first day in Beijing, I had already formed my core group of friends, marking the     5     (begin) of an adventurous journey. From exploring the hutongs of Beijing and the paths of the classical Chinese gardens to     6     (appreciate) the beauty of ancient architecture across the country, these experiences added significant layers to my     7     (culture) awareness. Traveling to a country with language barriers     8     (far) improve my communication slills.

Choosing to study in China stands as     9     best choice I’ve ever made. Beyond advancing my education, I had the chance     10     (explore) the globe with friends who became incredibly important to me and make myself a truly global citizen.

2 . What is the conversation mainly about?

A．African history.

B．The ancient Silk Road.

C．The Belt and Road Initiative.

3 . The movie Home Coming《万里归途》took the lead in the box office (票房) during the National Day holiday in 2022.

It tells a story that happened in North Africa. After a war breaks out there, two Chinese diplomats (外交官) are ordered to help evacuate the overseas Chinese. After completing the first task successfully, they learn that another group of Chinese citizens (公民) are still in great danger. Realizing that these people will die if they don’t give a hand, the two men travel through the war area. They risk their lives to help over 100Chinese citizens go to a safe place. The movie not only shows how the two diplomats protect the people with courage, but also shows their deep love for the country and people.

Home Coming reminds many people of a similar real event which truly happened in Libya in 2011. Chinese Embassy (大使馆) helped the evacuation of more than 30, 000 Chinese citizens. Behind this event were many efforts of Chinese diplomats. After watching the film, a man recalled his personal experience. “We are the lucky ones because we have a strong country and are well protected,” he said.

Home Coming is a success partly because of the growing national pride and confidence Chinese people have in our country. A comment (评论) reads, “Chinese passport might not get you anywhere you want, but it can always bring you back home.”

1. The movie Home Coming is about a story that happened in ______.

A．North America

B．South America

C．South Africa

D．North Africa

2. What does the underlined word “evacuate” mean in the second paragraph?

A．躲藏

B．逃避

C．撤离

D．评价

3. How many Chinese citizens were evacuated in the real event in 2011?

A．Over one hundred.	B．Over thirty thousand.
C．Over three million.	D．Over three thousand.

4. According to the passage, which of the following statements is NOT right?

A．The two diplomats protect the people with courage.

B．The two diplomats love the country and people deeply.

C．We Chinese have a strong country and are well protected.

D．Chinese passport can get you anywhere you want.

4 . 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，并将答案填写在答题卡相应的位置上。

England is the     1     (big) of the four countries in the United Kingdom. Together with Scotland and Wales, these three countries are the island of Great Britain.

The official language of England is English, which     2     (speak) today by millions of people all over the world. Many students go to England from other countries     3     (study) the language and learn about the culture.     4     everyone speaks English, there are many different accents (口音) around the country. French     5     (be) the official language in England between 1066 and 1362,     6     is why there are many French words and expressions in English such as “bon voyage” for “have a good trip” or “bouquet” for “a bunch of flowers”.

English people love music.     7     the summer you can go to music festivals all over the country like those at Glastonbury, Leeds or Reading. Glastonbury is     8     five-day festival of music, dance, comedy, theatre and circus and around 175,000 people go. Many people stay at the festivals for a few     9     (day) and camp in tents. People listen to all types of music,     10     (especial) pop and rock. England has produced many international groups and singers like the Beatles, Amy Winehouse, Coldplay, Ed Sheeran and Adele.

5 . 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容或括号内所给词的恰当形式填空。

The UK, which is also referred to as Britain or Great Britain, is a     1     (fascinate) country with a long history. It was once taken over by four groups of people, who had     2    great influence on the culture of this country in many ways.     3     (study) the history of the country will make your visit much more enjoyable．

6 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Which of the following is the best place for you to enjoy music in Ireland?

A．The cities.

B．The countryside.

C．The towns.

2. Why is Dublin known as Ireland’s cultural capital?

A．Many famous writers lived here.

B．Many famous writers were born here.

C．Many famous writers wrote about Dublin.

3. How old are many of the buildings in the city center of Dublin?

A．Less than 115 years.

B．About 140 years.

C．More than 150 years.

7 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What is the percentage of persons aged 60 and over now in industrialized nations?

A．4%—8%.

B．13%—20%.

C．10%—20%.

2. What should we do for old people?

A．We give them more money.

B．We let them live alone.

C．We take good care of them.

3. Why do old people benefit us?

A．Because they are rich in knowledge and experience.

B．Because they don’t need any care.

C．Because they don’t cause any trouble.

4. What does society gain from old people?

A．Fame.

B．Money.

C．A deep sense of history.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What did the man think of their trip to Iceland?

A．Great.

B．Boring.

C．Expensive.

2. What problem did the man probably have in Iceland?

A．The language.

B．The route.

C．The accommodation.

3. What is worth buying according to the man?

A．Fashionable bags.

B．Wool sweaters.

C．Warm gloves.

9 . 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。

    1     (get) to know a little bit about British history will help you understand what these different names—the United Kingdom, Great Britain, Britain England—mean. In the 16th century, the nearby country of Wales     2     (join) to the Kingdom of England. Later, Scotland and then Ireland was added. Although the four countries have some differences, they use the same flag,     3     (know) as the Union Jack, as well as share the same currency and military    4     (defend).

10 . Mauritius, an island country in the Indian Ocean, is located off the eastern coast of Africa. Here is something to let you know better about it before your trip.

Plants and Animals

There are many kinds of native wild plant species in Mauritius even though little original forest is left. The wild animals include the sambar (a long-tailed, dark brown deer) as well as a variety of birds and insects. The island was once home to the dodo, a flightless bird that was extinct in the late 17th century.

Education and Languages

The education structure consists of three years of pre-primary school. Six years of free primary education begins at age five, which is followed by up to seven years of secondary education. English is the official language of Mauritius, but French and Creole are also spoken. Some other languages are also spoken by different communities.

Sports and Entertainment

Football here claims the greatest number of participants and fans. Mauritians from all communities make winter horse racing one of the most popular and highly attended sporting activities of the year. And Black River Gorges National Park, Trou aux Cerfs, an inactive volcano, which is now heavily forested, and the island’s numerous beaches are surely great places to visit.

Transportation and Telecommunications

Almost all roadways are paved throughout the island. Most of the country’s shipping activity is conducted through port facilities at Port Louis. An international airport is located at Plaisance. In 2021, network coverage with the 5G standard was already 4.5% of all inhabitants. The proportion of the population with at least 4G mobile Internet access was 99%.

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1. What can we learn about the plants and animals in Mauritius from the text?

A．They are single.	B．They are various.
C．They are mostly flightless.	D．They are mostly domestic.

2. What do we know about the education in Mauritius?

A．It is free for all ages.	B．It lacks English and French instruction.
C．It includes 16 years of primary education.	D．It covers 13 years of primary and secondary education.

3. Which statement agrees with Mauritius?

A．Port shipping is popular.	B．5G technology has not yet started.
C．4G network coverage is no more than half.	D．Horse racing claims the greatest number of fans.