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African students who participated in a Chinese agricultural development program have returned to their home countries, aiming to use     1     they’ve learned to help local farmers increase grain yields.

In the Science and Technology Backyard program, which     2     (launch) in 2009 at China Agricultural University in Beijing, students conducted research in experimental fields in rural areas while using their     3     (acquire) knowledge to help Chinese farmers. Phiri, one student from Malawi in Africa, expected hopefully, “We are well on our way to establishing successful STBs,     4     purpose is to empower the farmers of Malawi with the knowledge and tools they need     5     (shape) their agricultural futures.” Due to poor soil quality and a lack of modern agricultural technologies, the yield for Malawi’s main crop, maize, is     6     (relative) low. Many farmers are not growing enough food to sustain     7     (they).

Phiri and other African students, together with their teachers often engaged in conversations with farmers in the fields. Jiao Xiaoqiang,     8     associate professor in charge of the program, said such     9     (engage) is very necessary. “The core of the project lies     10     bringing technicians and farmers together. Only by truly participating in this process and understanding how to spread technology to farmers can they make a real impact when they return to Africa.”

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More than 3. 5 billion people worldwide spend an average of three hours a day glued to their smartphones. Researchers found that people who lowered their usage by one hour every day were     1    (happy) and reduced anxiety symptoms by more than 30%. Cutting back was more effective than total digital detox (戒瘾): People who had spent one hour less per day     2     smartphones during the one-week intervention were more likely to successfully change their habits over the long term than those     3     had put their smartphones away     4     (entire) for a week.

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We are writing     1     (call) on everyone to take part in the Clear Your Plate campaign. It urges people to save food by not wasting anything on the dining table. You may not know over 30% of the world’s food     2     (waste) every year, while many people in poor areas do not have enough to eat. Reducing daily food waste by just 5% could save millions of people from starvation. Let’s start doing     3     we can to make the world a better place.

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City walk, a unique way to experience urban culture and lifestyle, is     1     many youngsters in China enjoy doing when they visit a new city. Traditionally, city walks were led by professional guides, following planned routes through city neighborhoods     2     (gain) insights into local history, culture, and architecture. However, recent versions of city walks in China have taken on a more casual approach. They involve wandering     3     (aimless) around the city, visiting scenic spots, and capturing (捕捉) moments. In fact, it’s simply “walking in the city.”

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When Mark was driving to the martial arts gym where he trains and volunteers, he saw     1     looked like a police pursuit. Soon Mark realized the officer did not have control of the situation. Jumping out of his car, Mark identified himself and spelled out his intention     2     (make) it two-on-one in the officer’s favor. Then, with the officer     3     (struggle) to control the man’s upper body, Mark put his weight on the man’s legs. But the suspect managed to roll to his right, onto his stomach. Mark immediately     4     (apply) a martial move to control his shoulder and upper body. A few seconds later, the suspect gave out. The officer secured a handcuff and the threat was over.

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Surprisingly, in South Korea, the popularity of tanghulu has surpassed (超过)     1     of the country’s traditional fried rice cakes. Reports show that since October, the number of representative tanghulu brand stores in South Korea     2     (increase) more than ten times within one year. In some stores, as many as 200 skewers are sold per day.

The sweet treat     3     (originate) in China during the Song dynasty (960-1279),     4     Emperor Guangzong’s wife fell ill and a doctor suggested she eat hawthorn berries fried in brown sugar every day for a fortnight. Unexpectedly she recovered soon. Then the candied fruit gained popularity across the country. Tanghulu later became     5     popular street-food snack in China.

It     6     (make) popular in South Korea by Chinese immigrants. In the 2010s, it was     7     (common) sold at street stands in Incheon’s Chinatown and Seoul’s Myeong-dong and Hongdae areas ― both popular tourist spots. Over time, it became increasingly popular not only among ethnic Chinese but also local people.

Tanghulu’s recent surge in popularity result     8     multiple factors, including the social media trend among South Korean millennials of posting ASMR videos     9     (feature) the treat being consumed and sharing tanghulu recipes.

“Tanghulu enjoys its     10     (explode) popularity not only because it caters to South Korea’s obsession with pretty food but also because it’s so visually appealing.

8 . Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passages coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.

Japan’s robot revolution in senior care

Japan’s artificial intelligence expertise is transforming the elder care industry, with     1     (specialize) robotic care accomplishing more than just taking pressure off the critical shortage of caregivers. Senior care facilities across Japan are testing out such new robots     2     deliver a collection of social and physical health care and the government-backed initiative has been met with positive reviews by elderly residents.

The rapidly graying population     3     (eye) by the government as a potential market for medical technology now. Disappointing government predictions show that by 2025, Japan's first baby boomers will have turned 75 and about 7 million people are likely to suffer from some form of dementia (痴呆). The nation won't be able to avoid a dementia crisis     4     an additional 380,000 senior care workers.

The long-standing shortage of professional care workers has encouraged the Japanese government     5     (simplify) procedures for foreign caregivers to be trained and certified. The current Technical Intern Training Program between Vietnam, the Philippines, and Indonesia, under     6     Economic Partnership Agreement, was extended to include nursing care as well as agriculture, fishery, and construction sectors.

    7     the government made efforts to increase the numbers of senior care workers, the target number of foreign graduates has still fallen flat, with the national caregiver examination proving a major obstacle to pass. The success rate for foreign students was a merely 106 students last year,     8     has slightly improved to 216 students this year. Another depressing reality is that 19 to 38 percent of foreign nurses who pass the exam opt to leave the industry and return home,    9     (cite) tough work conditions and long hours. Given the challenges, this is     10     the government believes care robots will be able to step in.

9 . Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.

Buy Now, Pay Later Spending

Buy now, pay later(BNPL) spending is expected to rise to record levels this holiday season. With so many young “buy now, pay later” shoppers already in debt from this short-term financing tool not requiring interest, questions emerge: Why do these shoppers use such a tool? And what risks does it pose to their budgets in the months     1     (come)?

The many Generation Z and millennials (typically around 40 years and younger) tend to use this short-term financing,     2     allows them to buy items and pay for them over time. Offered mostly by financial technologies, BNPL allows these customers to pay back their purchases     3     interest and with the first payment usually made at checkout. The most common “buy now, pay later” plan is     4     customers make four equal payments and pay off the debt in six weeks. It’s been a lifeline for some people, such as a university student     5     weekly income is not big enough. “BNPL provides consumers with flexible payment options so they     6     manage spending,” said Vivek Pandya, lead analyst at Adobe Digital Insights. That is of great importance for many consumers, especially     7     with a tendency to purchase higher-cost items.

However, since BNPL     8     (appear), warnings from experts have come into our view. They have been indicating that it’s financially unhealthy to form such a spending habit. According to New York Federal Reserve economists, BNPL may encourage debt to increase over time,     9     (influence) a consumer’s ability to meet non-BNPL commitments, or users to over extend themselves. Users should also note that     10     interest is not charged on the loan, they’ll be hit with late fees for missed payments, which can add up quickly, says the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

10 . 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。

Among the recent     1     (develop) of various technologies, the most used handy technology is the mobile phones with the Internet connection. In the past few years, mobile phones     2     (play) an irreplaceable part in our daily life. Without them, normal life was at a standstill. The experience forced us     3     (become) dependent on mobile phones. Now we are     4     (confuse) about the idea that mobile phones should not be allowed in schools. Mobile phones bring with them many advantages and disadvantages. Let us discuss this to understand the issue     5     (clear).

Generally speaking, mobile phones should not be allowed in schools because teachers provide students     6     all knowledge and guidance. Moreover, school is not only meant for academics, but it teaches discipline, values, good habits,     7     interactive skills which mobile phones can’t offer. If we talk about connectivity that means to contact someone in case of emergency, the school will help the students.

We cannot ignore some important cases     8     mobile phones may be required. Mobile phones provide a better way of learning and     9     (fast) access to information. Many parents feel safe to track the location of their kids as they travel to school on their own. But some     10     (regulation) should be made to ensure that the students use mobile phones properly.