1 . My family visited the coastal town of St. Pete Beach. Florida. With its pretty sandy beaches, deep blue waters and year-round sunshine, it’s clear to see why St. Pete is a popular tourist destination among travelers from around the world.
Just a few feet from our apartment, we found ourselves walking on white sand towards the bright blue ocean. We were soon greeted by a man offering us the use of one of his luxury beach cabanas (小屋) for the day at a very reasonable price and settled into a full day of relaxation. The peaceful atmosphere was a true escape from the hustle and bustle (喧嚣) of the city. It was so easy to while away the days from morning until dusk, enjoying the warmth of the sun’s rays and getting lost in a good book, before taking a quick swim in the calm waters to cool off.
Once the sun set, there was a various range of bars and restaurants to choose from just a few steps away. The warm evening atmosphere was peppered with the mouthwatering smell of sizzling freshly-caught fish. The only hardship was trying to decide where to dine each evening with so many tasty options!
After a while, we began to desire a bit more adventure on our trip which, to our delight, we discovered was easy to come by. On one of our outings, we took a boat trip to the undisturbed island of Egmont Key State Park. There we explored the ruins of a military outpost built in 1898 and a 150-year-old working lighthouse. The island is also a protected wildlife reserve. On our return journey, we were excited to discover we were being followed by over a dozen dolphins, who were taking turns to leap out of the water playfully in the wake of our boat.
1. What made the author’s family select St. Pete Beach as the destination?A.Water sports. | B.The city’s busy nightlife. |
C.Some historical buildings. | D.The beautiful beach and weather. |
A.Because of some fun activities. |
B.Because of a cost-effective offer. |
C.Because of near historical landmarks. |
D.Because of the distance of it from their apartment. |
A.Friendly atmosphere in each restaurant. |
B.High prices in most restaurants. |
C.Diverse choices available. |
D.Family members’ preferences for food. |
A.The presence of a wildlife expert in the boat. |
B.Dolphins following and playing around the boat. |
C.The discovery of hidden treasures on the boat. |
D.A surprising visit from some local residents. |
2 . Taking a vacation may be the last thing on the mind of a cancer patient.
I’m suffering from lung cancer. Diagnosed in March 2017, I was
Through the Internet, I
Looking back, I am so glad I went. I hadn’t felt such
I’ve suffered from the cancer for many years and I undergo
A.Writing | B.Driving | C.Traveling | D.Shopping |
A.sure | B.short | C.careful | D.capable |
A.in need of | B.in front of | C.by means of | D.on top of |
A.guide | B.volunteer | C.consultant | D.patient |
A.confident | B.relieved | C.scared | D.cautious |
A.working | B.sleeping | C.playing | D.wandering |
A.found | B.remembered | C.lost | D.chose |
A.work | B.love | C.friendship | D.luck |
A.complained about | B.worried about | C.talked about | D.learned about |
A.arrangement | B.treatment | C.vacation | D.conference |
A.proved | B.approved | C.ignored | D.doubted |
A.designed | B.exposed | C.grasped | D.missed |
A.concerned | B.efficient | C.beneficial | D.embarrassed |
A.weak | B.potential | C.uncomfortable | D.unconditional |
A.bonded | B.succeeded | C.chatted | D.competed |
A.doctors | B.colleagues | C.participants | D.employees |
A.assistant | B.carer | C.organizer | D.specialist |
A.education | B.surgery | C.development | D.punishment |
A.curiously | B.patiently | C.independently | D.wonderfully |
A.memories | B.judgements | C.preparations | D.promises |
1. Why did Murphy go to a doctor?
A.He failed to see anything. | B.He needed some help. | C.He became deaf. |
A.Cooking a meal. | B.Having dinner. | C.Laying the table. |
A.She’s generous. | B.She’s nervous. | C.She’s impatient. |
A.Introducing a treatment. | B.Giving a speech. | C.Telling a story. |
Several years ago, as I was looking over my travel itinerary (行程) for a business trip from San Francisco to New Orleans, I noticed that I would be spending some time at the Dallas airport before catching a connecting flight. So I called my friend Luke who lived in Dallas, and said I would like to have dinner with him. Luke instantly agreed. However, the flight arrived in Dallas an hour late. Luke was waiting for me as I stepped off the plane.
“Hey, Luke,” I said apologetically, “thanks for coming out to meet me. I hope you didn’t wait here too long.” “ Oh, no problem.” he replied easily. “I called ahead and found out your flight was going to be late.” “Oh, good!” I replied. “Listen, I’m sorry about dinner, but I’ll owe (欠) you one next time. Come on! Find out which gate my next plane is leaving from. We can head over there together and talk for a while.”
I started walking but Luke didn’t budge (让步). “But I want to have dinner with you,” he said. I looked back at him questioningly. “What are you talking about?” “We’ re having dinner,” replied Luke with determination. “I have this whole thing examined thoroughly. I really know this airport well. Just follow me.”
He picked up one of my bags and carried it out through the security check. I ran after him, thinking to myself. “There is no way we are going to get into his car, drive to a restaurant, have dinner, and still get back in time for me to catch the plane!”
The two of us moved hurriedly in the parking lot until we came to Luke’s car. Luke opened the trunk (后备箱) of his car.
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I was shocked that Luke brought the dinner here!
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There were about seven minutes to go.
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5 . The tech industry created many wonders. However, when it comes to how they are used by kids, they usually bring a
My kids
Things were good for a few years
After seeing how my kids got lost in YouTube, I
A.slight | B.personal | C.negative | D.beneficial |
A.had control over | B.got exposed to | C.caught sight of | D.got rid of |
A.treasured | B.repaired | C.researched | D.quitted |
A.amused | B.frightened | C.disappointed | D.confused |
A.abnormal | B.private | C.educational | D.expensive |
A.because | B.if | C.unless | D.until |
A.shocked | B.curious | C.relaxed | D.proud |
A.meaningful | B.appealing | C.familiar | D.essential |
A.hopeful | B.stupid | C.costly | D.powerful |
A.ignore | B.stop | C.improve | D.monitor |
A.analyze | B.leave | C.advertise | D.notice |
A.children | B.neighbors | C.teachers | D.parents |
A.want | B.forget | C.fail | D.manage |
A.adopted | B.changed | C.discussed | D.refused |
A.efficient | B.latest | C.useful | D.addictive |
6 . My son Timmy was born with several rare developmental disabilities. By age 13, he had had at least 10 surgeries on his legs and feet. Balancing and walking was very
Meeting Janice, who
Larry has changed Timmy, s life so much for the better. Not only does Larry give my son
Larry slows to Timmy’s pace and watches every
A.suitable | B.difficult | C.easy | D.perfect |
A.used to | B.seemed to | C.had to | D.failed to |
A.motivated | B.pushed | C.anticipated | D.formed |
A.disappointed | B.strict | C.careful | D.familiar |
A.judgement | B.day | C.match | D.task |
A.dressed | B.stuck | C.pulled | D.invited |
A.support | B.message | C.highlight | D.news |
A.bleeding | B.falling | C.following | D.screaming |
A.take | B.come | C.leave | D.see |
A.sad | B.excited | C.angry | D.well |
A.eat | B.drive | C.read | D.laugh |
A.plan | B.decision | C.move | D.conclusion |
A.amazing | B.shocking | C.boring | D.annoying |
A.exercise | B.security | C.account | D.tension |
A.doctor | B.journey | C.school | D.friend |
7 . Rescuers in Washington are praising the cleverness of a 10-ycar-old girl. She
Shunghla was at a gathering with her
When the family
Policemen,
She was
“I was trying to go to
“She
A.suffered | B.described | C.explored | D.survived |
A.hurt | B.lost | C.broken | D.cheated |
A.learned | B.simple | C.extended | D.balanced |
A.tired | B.separated | C.distinguished | D.hidden |
A.explained | B.announced | C.noticed | D.concluded |
A.discussing | B.searching | C.researching | D.touching |
A.cell | B.law | C.rescue | D.traffic |
A.offered | B.turned | C.hoped | D.agreed |
A.amateur | B.distant | C.volunteer | D.flexible |
A.kept | B.preferred | C.flocked | D.led |
A.given away | B.got about | C.brought in | D.made out |
A.wisdom | B.emergency | C.convenience | D.comfort |
A.instructed | B.spread | C.broadcast | D.circulated |
A.warn | B.help | C.disclose | D.train |
A.caught | B.spotted | C.followed | D.cured |
A.recognized | B.heard | C.understood | D.seen |
A.work | B.sleep | C.jog | D.bed |
A.jogged | B.hiked | C.swam | D.played |
A.right | B.possible | C.lucky | D.easy |
A.frequently | B.consequently | C.accidentally | D.extraordinarily |
8 . One of my wonderful memories is about a Christmas gift. Unlike other gifts, it came without wrap (包装).
On September 11th, 1958, Mum gave birth to Richard. After she brought him home from hospital, she put him in my lap, saying, “I promised you a gift, and here it is.” What an honour! I turned four a month earlier and none of my friends had such a baby doll of their own. I played with it day and night. I sang to it. I told it stories. I told it over and over how much I loved it!
One morning, however, I found its bed empty. My doll was gone! I cried for it.Mum wept and told me that the poor little thing had been sent to a hospital. It had a fever. For several days, I heard Mum and Dad whispering such words as “hopeless”, “pitiful”, and “dying”, which sounded ominous.
Christmas was coming. “Don’t expect any presents this year,” Dad said, pointing at the socks I hung in the living room.“If your baby brother lives, that’ll be Christmas enough.” As he spoke, his eyes filled with tears. I’d never seen him cry before.
The phone rang early on Christmas morning. Dad jumped out of bed to answer it. From my bedroom I heard him say, “What? He’s all right?” He hung up and shouted upstairs. “The hospital said we can bring Richard home!”
“Thank God!” I heard Mum cry.
From the upstairs window, I watched my parents rush out to the car. I had never seen them so happy. And I was also full of joy. What a wonderful day! My baby doll would be home. I ran downstairs. My socks still hung there flat. But I knew they were not empty; they were filled with love!
1. What happened to the author on September 11th, 1958?A.He got a baby brother. |
B.He got a Christmas gift. |
C.He became four years old. |
D.He received a doll. |
A.Impossible. | B.Boring. |
C.Difficult. | D.Fearful. |
A.Excitement. | B.Happiness. |
C.Sadness. | D.Disappointment. |
A.A sad Christmas day. |
B.Life with a lovely baby. |
C.A special Christmas gift. |
D.Memories of a happy family. |
Looking at her worn-out sneakers (运动鞋), Sarah felt embarrassed (尴尬的)going to school wearing them.
“What’s the matter, Sarah? Is there something wrong with the food?” her mother asked.
Sarah, in a high voice, shouted, “I am sick of these shoes! I am no longer wearing these to my school! Do you know how embarrassing it is?”
Meghan, (Sarah’s mother) was a single mother working in a nearby town cafe. She explained, “Right now, we’re on a tight budget(预算很紧). I’ll make sure to get you a new pair next month.”
Sarah picked up her schoolbag and walked to school, giving her mother a dissatisfied look.
The school was going to organize a sports competition and Sarah was filled out the form for a 100-meter race.
When one of her friends saw this, she asked Sarah if she was certain about running the race. Sarah didn’t understand what her friend meant.
”Dear, if you have a new pair of shoes, then it’s fine. But if you choose to wear the ones you are wearing now, I’m afraid you will lose the race!“ the friend said, pointing at Sarah’s shoes. Sarah simply nodded and returned to her classroom without saying anything.
Later that day, on her way home, Sarah realized she hadn’t eaten her lunch, so she stopped at a bus stop to finish it.
When she began eating, she noticed that a child was standing next to her in poor clothes. Sarah knew the kid needed that sandwich that she was eating since the kid stared at her and then at her food.
Sarah handed the sandwich to the child, who ran up to her, excitedly got the sandwich from Sarah’s hand and began eating it. After finishing the sandwich, the child thanked Sarah, saying, ”I haven’t had such a tasty sandwich in a long time. My father is a cleaner in a house down the street and my mother is a patient at a hospital. Oh, and my name is Sam.”
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Sarah felt very sad after hearing this.
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The winning prize was a surprise and all the students wanted to know what it was.
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10 . A few years ago, I visited my daughter Sandra and my granddaughters, Jocelyn and Hailey.
One evening I noticed Hailey was a bit unhappy. I asked her what the
I asked her, “Do you know what Grandpa does when he is feeling sad? I go to my
“Where is your happy place, Grandpa?” Jocelyn
“My happy place is on the inside of your hugs (拥抱),” I replied. “It’s the best place in the world. Don’t ever
Extra big hugs were
The next morning, Sandra was under a bit of pressure to complete an assignment (任务). She lost her
Jocelyn said, “Mom, are you having a
Jocelyn said, “Would you like to go to Grandpa’s happy place?” With that
After some
I cherish (珍爱) my time with
A.purpose | B.problem | C.plan | D.choice |
A.slowly | B.late | C.early | D.suddenly |
A.shy | B.tired | C.nervous | D.sad |
A.happy | B.secret | C.new | D.proper |
A.wondered | B.warned | C.answered | D.repeated |
A.put up with | B.go back to | C.look down on | D.get out of |
A.changed | B.expected | C.offered | D.refused |
A.power | B.patience | C.balance | D.trust |
A.bad | B.long | C.special | D.lonely |
A.helped | B.found | C.thanked | D.held |
A.safe | B.favorite | C.famous | D.personal |
A.closed | B.wide | C.bright | D.watery |
A.play | B.service | C.work | D.life |
A.friends | B.family | C.strangers | D.audience |
A.pride | B.humor | C.truth | D.love |