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.

In a specially designed studio theater in Hangzhou, New Dragon Gate Inn, a traditional Shaoxing Opera performance    1    (bring) to life. Recreated from the 1992 film of the same name, the opera presentation shows amazing artistic performance, successfully attracting the interest of younger    2    (generation) by mixing traditional Chinese opera with modern theater models and dramatic (戏剧性的) ideas.

    3    (compare) with traditional stages, the theater is designed as an inn,     4     the audiences becoming guests. The audience sits very close to the actors and actresses, offering them     5    unique and fascinating viewing experience. Upon leaving the theater, these audience members feel a sense of satisfaction that drives them to willingly share short clips of the performance online,     6    (promote) its popularity.

As the play gains popularity in the past weeks, Chen Lijun,     7    plays the important supporting role of Jia Ting,     8    (become) a social media hit. She said this show represents one of the     9    (challenge) skills in the opera world. It tests not only the physical strengths, vocal skills, and acting abilities of actors and actresses    10    their willpower and determination.

3 . These days many students like to make friends on line. Most of them think it's interesting to know an unknown person through the Internet. So, many students like to use computers to talk with those friends. And they spend too much time on it. Some of them can not do well in their school work. Their parents often don’t think the children are as good as before. So many teachers and parents are worried about their children.

In fact, only very few of them can get real good friends in this way. Most of them were cheated by those unseen friends. And some of the students did wrong things on line. It’s terrible for students to use too much time to make friends and talk on line. So we should be careful of making friends on line and should not spend too much time on it. We’d better pay more attention to study. We will be happy when we do well in school and at home.

1. Many students like to make friends on line because                  .

A．they are interested in it	B．they can learn better in this way
C．they always get real friends in this way	D．they are friendly to each other

2. Many teachers and parents are        about their children who spend much time on line.

A．anxious

B．confident

C．careful

D．excited

3.          of the students can get real friends online.

A．All

B．Many

C．Some

D．Few

4. Most of them were cheated by those unseen friends. Here “cheated” means         .

A．聊天

B．欺骗

C．恩惠

D．鞭打

5. Which of the following is right?

A．We should never make friends on line.

B．It’s necessary for us to talk with our online friends every day.

C．It’s really happy that we students do well in school and at home.

D．Making online friends is more important than study.

5 . Addiction and recovery are the two sides of the same coin. In many cases, addiction starts off at a relatively low level — misuse.     1     From this, a stage of addiction known as dependency may come about. However, addiction and recovery go together at each of these stages. In other words, it is never too late on the road down an addictive route to seek help.     2     Addicted people can be anything from a substance (物质) user to someone who has become fully dependent on an activity to be able to function normally. Consequently, addiction and recovery programmes tend to be tailored to individual needs and circumstances, often based on theoretical models of behaviour. Some addicted people find that a recovery programme they have tried is not for them. This does not mean they cannot recover, however.     3    

One of the most dramatic recovery pathways available to substance users is called “cold turkey” (突然戒毒方法).     4     Although this sometimes works for smokers and alcoholics, it is not suited to everyone. It is worth remembering that recovery pathways are not just for people who have become addicted to substances like drugs and alcohol. Other common behavioural problems can also cause great disruption (扰乱).

Nearly all forms of addiction have a negative impact on the loved ones of addicted people.     5     It is particularly hard on families when only very slow progress is made.

A．Addiction is not a single state of being.

B．If left unchecked, it may then progress to abuse.

C．What recovery pathways are there for behavioural issues?

D．There are many others they might try if they do not succeed the first time.

E．This will take a lifelong commitment, but the results often speak for themselves.

F．This means that they completely stop their usage and avoid such behaviour in the future.

G．Supporting someone who is overcoming an addiction often requires a long-term commitment.

6 . The needs of plus size consumers have long been the elephant in the room of the fashion industry until body positivity and fat acceptance movements promoted the slogan (口号) that large-bodied people are not those who are left behind. This size-inclusive (尺码包容) trend has become so popular that it is influencing mainstream culture. As a result, fashion brands have finally decided to extend their size ranges. In 2022, the plus-size market grew twice as fast as the standard size market in both North America and the UK.

Yet, many consumers say fashion brands broadening their ranges are not truly inclusive. “Inclusive sizing means that all bodies are included in fashion, not just the ones who fit in standard sizes,” says Marie Southard Ospina, a UK-based journalist who covers body-image issues. “However, what many designers do right now is pick a number that they think is big enough to include plus sizes and stop. This is even more disrespectful.”

Researchers also criticize that some brands are just taking advantage of the trend. “Brands that used to promote so-called perfect bodies in their advertisements are now trying to get in on the trend by adding a few sizes. It doesn’t feel like they really care about plus-size people,” says Tom Burgess, analyst in fashion industry. “If brands cared about large-bodied consumers, then it wouldn’t have taken until now to acknowledge that they exist,” he says. “It gives the impression that companies are just trying to gain a share of the market without a real commitment to the community.”

The fashion industry must go beyond merely producing clothing in a range of sizes if they hope to succeed with a body -diverse world. The whole industry has to connect on a personal level with consumers. That involves showing shoppers that they are seen, understood and important to brands. “Consumers care about values, and so they want to buy from brands that reflect the values they believe in. Everyone should enjoy the same range of fashion options,” says Ludovica Cesareo, professor of marketing at the College of Business in the US.

1. What do the underlined words “the elephant in the room” mean in the first paragraph?

A．The hot issue that is valued.

B．The obvious truth that is ignored.

C．The important principle that is recognized.

D．The common phenomenon that is criticized.

2. Why do consumers say fashion brands are not truly inclusive?

A．They pick sizes randomly.	B．They offer limited plus sizes.
C．They treat designers disrespectfully.	D．They haven’t broadened standard sizes.

3. For what do researchers mainly criticize some brands?

A．Their designs.	B．Their quality.
C．Their motivations.	D．Their advertisements.

4. What does the last paragraph imply?

A．Buyers may deserve fashion that fits their figure.

B．Consumers prefer brands with personalized values.

C．Brands should catch up with the size-inclusive trend.

D．A good brand image is critical in the fashion industry.

8 . An immersive and slow-paced Citywalk is becoming trendy across China. In contrast to rushing past overcrowded tourist landmarks, the new trend has emerged as a popular alternative to explore bustling markets, ancient streets, and charming alleys at a leisurely pace.

The appeal of Citywalk caters particularly to the younger generation often caught up in demanding work schedules. As evidenced by the increasing popularity of hash tags like “City walk for vacation” on lifestyle sharing platform Xiaohong shu, with a staggering 465 million views and nearly 464, 600 engagements, the trend is truly capturing unbelievable attention.

Citywalk, or meandering through the urban landscapes, means the act of walking freely along city streets unburdened by exhaustive plans. It offers people an avenue to intimately experience urban culture and local traditions. Citywalk is not merely about sightseeing. It creates an opportunity for social interactions and deep connections with the cities. Citywalk routes are tailored to the specific interests of both out-of-town tourists and locals. For tourists, the focus is on sharing local customs and traditions, while for locals, discussions revolve around the city’s past, present, and future. The growing trend of Citywalk reflects a changing attitude towards life, embracing a warmer, more relaxed, and slower-paced lifestyle.

As Citywalk expands beyond first-tier cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou, to second-and third-tier cities across the county, it brings fresh opportunities for the tourism industry, in such areas as dining, shopping, and accommodation.

Governments in Beijing and Shandong have recognized the potential of Citywalk, incorporating it into their action plans to promote cultural tourism and leisure activities. In Shanghai, public bus lines specially designed have been introduced to elevate the overall Citywalk for participants.

“By slowing down and delving into the narrow alleys, observing the lives of city residents, and immersing oneself in the context of museums and art galleries, one is entitled to embrace the pleasure of life,” said Luo Jun, a cultural tourism enthusiast.

1. What’s the main reason for the popularity of Citywalk among young people?

A．It mainly focuses on urban sightseeing.

B．Social media offer many tempting videos.

C．Busywork schedule limits the choice of people.

D．Conventional tourist landmarks are losing charm.

2. What’s the meaning of underlined word “staggering” in the second paragraph?

A．Astonishing.

B．Rewarding.

C．Embarrassing.

D．Shrinking.

3. Which of the following statements is NOT Citywalk?

A．An immersive route for foreigners to enjoy the alleys in Chengdu.

B．A holiday travel to hurriedly visit crowded landmarks in Shanghai.

C．A free walk including visiting museums and old towns in Qingdao.

D．A leisurely tour along Qiantang River to experience city transformation.

4. What have some governments done to promote Citywalk?

A．Facilities in the museums have been enhanced.

B．Cooperation has been strengthened among cities.

C．Opportunities have been offered to third-tier cities.

D．Specific public transportation routes have been introduced.

9 . Low pay, uncertain jobs and debt mean young people are being hard hit by the UK’s financial crisis. In January this year a major survey showed that 47% of under-24s were viewed as “financially uncertain”—unable or only just able to make ends meet.

The survey was carried out last year before the reality of 2022’s cost-of-living crisis had started to unfold. We wanted to find out what young people’s money worries are and how to deal with them. A recent survey found 3 in 10 young people worry about not having enough money over a typical month. Only 51% of 16-and 17-year-olds in the UK feel confident about dealing with money.

And an increasing number of young people are returning to the Internet for tips. “There was a lack of support in my community and secondary school”, says Zoya. Unluckily, Zoya isn’t alone and millions of young people are struggling to access the information they need, both within the structures of school and at home with family.

Although some factors in the cost-of-living crisis are out of our hands, there are steps everyone can take. Here are our top tips. Set a budget (预算). Once you have a clear idea of the money that you use, you know how much money you have left to set apart and spend in other areas of your life. Check your basket. Thinking ahead about your meals and writing down a shopping list can give you a better chance of sticking to your budget. Get a budgeting partner. Set aside 10 minutes each week to check in with a friend or a family member, track your spending and share your moneysaving methods. Learn good habits. Some financial respected experts can bring free courses to help people build financial security to help young people.

1. What can be inferred from paragraph 1?

A．All British young people can’t find well-paid job.

B．Many British young people get stuck in economic difficulties.

C．Nearly half of under-24sintheUK can’t find jobs.

D．47% of British people are able to make ends meet.

2. What’s the purpose of the survey?

A．To seek ways to help the young with financial problems based on their findings.

B．To get more information about young people who are stuck in financial problems.

C．To find out the reasons that make young people worried about their money.

D．To show the financial problems that cause young people to get stuck.

3. Where do more and more young people usually seek for help?

A．From the community.	B．From the school.
C．From the Internet.	D．From the family.

4. Who probably would be the target reader?

A．British young people.	B．People under-24s.
C．Millions of young people.	D．People in financial difficulties.

10 . In February, the publishing company Puffin released (发行) new editions of some books by Roald Dahl that had been edited to remove or replace rude language. Dahl’s original work included terms that were once considered acceptable but that many people today find upsetting, such as describing characters as “fat” and “ugly”. Puffin said it changed those words and others so the books “can continue to be enjoyed by all.” Many people argued against the move, however, saying it amounted to censorship (bans on people’s ideas or language). Others say it’s good to remove outdated and hurtful language. What do you think? Should publishers revise old books?

Yes — times and language change. Society’s values are always changing. What would have been acceptable to say or do 50 years ago might not be OK anymore. People are right to point out when somebody says something hurtful, so the same should apply to books with rude language. A careful editor is able to successfully remove words or terms that upset people without changing what originally created by the author. The most important thing is that children (and adults) read books — and lots of them. Any minor changes to the text that make Dahl’s — or another writer’s--stories more accessible and inclusive are a good thing.

No — books should be left as they are. Censorship is dangerous because it limits what a person can say or how they express themselves. If we allow people to censor one author’s work, what’s to stop them from doing the same to every author’s work in the future? If somebody disagrees with an opinion or is angered by an idea, it doesn’t mean no one else should hear it. A healthy society hugs many different beliefs and points of view. If some people find certain words or descriptions upsetting, the best approach isn’t to ban or change them but to discuss, debate, and make people aware of why the material is hurtful. It can help people learn and understand.

1. Why did Puffin revise the books by Roald Dahl?

A．To replace some childish words.	B．To maintain its popularity.
C．To have people express freely.	D．To make people accept the books.

2. What is people’s reaction to Puffin’s move?

A．Showing full support.	B．Showing total disagreement.
C．Holding varied opinions.	D．Holding no special thoughts.

3. Which point of view would the “No” group agree with?

A．It is necessary to replace the outdated words.	B．Books can attract more readers by updating.
C．It is important to adjust our way to read.	D．Books should be treated the way they are.

4. In which part of a newspaper does this passage probably come from?

A．The big debate.

B．Around the world.

C．National news.

D．Science and technology.