1 . People are always living with technology nowadays. Here comes a smart home, which is controlled by the touch of a button.     1     This acts like a remote control to activate household systems and monitor inside temperatures. If done successfully, a smart home system will be integrated so seamlessly that a household will appear to run itself.

Home automation is designed to introduce efficiency to a home.     2     An efficient smart home uses sensors to prevent over watering of outdoor gardens and control room temperatures, all of which can reduce expenses. In addition to cost savings, home automation often provides a sense of security to homeowners.

Families with children or elderly adults in the home may be reassured by some safeguards in smart home security, like fire alarms that alert the appropriate agencies in the event of a problem. Lighting activation runs on timers, which can be a life saver if an oven is left on when someone leaves the home.     3    

Home automation is not just for safety, however.     4     With a centralized control unit, a person does not have to leave the couch to turn down the blinds or even order groceries, which can be automated.

    5     Such a home becomes dependent on technology for routine tasks. If something goes wrong with the central automation unit, it is not just one appliance at risk as malfunctions can disrupt systems that are vital to running a home. As a result, for all people, a home can become a place of technical faults that repeatedly require repair.

A．A smart home doesn’t apply to all family members.

B．It achieves this by saving homeowners time and money.

C．There are some drawbacks with an automated home system.

D．It can also provide convenience for people living in the home.

E．Home automation depends on furniture and home temperatures.

F．Through home automation, an entire house can be connected via a smart controller.

G．Besides protecting people, it also offers security for expensive items inside a residence.

2 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the woman doing?

A．She is buying a house.

B．She is checking a house.

C．She is repainting the walls.

2. What is the man’s requirement?

A．Keeping the walls clean.

B．Signing the agreement now.

C．Paying three years’ rent in advance.

3. How much will the woman pay?

A．$900.

B．$600.

C．$300.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the man probably?

A．A teacher.

B．A cleaner.

C．A student.

2. When was Smith House built?

A．In the 18th century.

B．In the 9th century.

C．In the 8th century.

3. Which is located on the ground floor?

A．The computer room.

B．The guestroom.

C．The dining room.

4. What is only allowed to do on weekends according to the woman?

A．Holding a party.

B．Washing clothes.

C．Playing games.

4 . 听下面一段长对话，回答小题。
1. What do we know about the house?

A．It is in a noisy environment.

B．It has two rooms available.

C．It is near the man’s office.

2. How much rent does the woman ask for a month?

A．$425.

B．$800.

C．$850.

3. What will the man do next?

A．Decide to rent the room.

B．Make an appointment.

C．Meet the woman.

5 . 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why does the woman talk to the man?

A．She is lonely.

B．She has good news.

C．She has a problem at school.

2. What is the woman’s dormitory like?

A．Cold and old.

B．Small and messy.

C．Comfortable but noisy.

3. What will the woman do?

A．Attend a party.

B．Find a new place herself.

C．Put on some advertisements.

4. Who is the woman talking to?

A．Her friend.

B．Her brother.

C．Her father.

6 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What are the speakers doing?

A．They are talking on the phone.

B．They are bargaining over hotels.

C．They are discussing travel experiences.

2. Which is the advantage of the Hotel San Lorenzo?

A．Quiet.

B．Popular.

C．Comfortable.

3. Why does the man want to stay in the Hotel Reale?

A．It is cheaper.

B．It has a good view.

C．It is in the city centre.

4. What will the woman do at the end of the talk?

A．Compare the hotel prices.

B．Ask the man about her needs.

C．Book the hotel for the man.

7 . Study Abroad Housing

For so many students, studying abroad has always been a dream. Millions of them desire every year to take that flight overseas and breathe life into the next step in their education.     1     But, to make the most of this experience you have to have a safe and happy place to call your “home away from home”. Let’s have a look at some of the most popular types of student housing.

Homestay

Are you worried about feeling homesick? Well, with a homestay you can have a home overseas with a family that will provide you with the warmth of a community and the freedom of a hostel.     2     Plus, a homestay can often be the best place for language and cultural immersion (沉浸).

Dormitory

Student dormitories can lead to truly meaningful overseas experiences.     3     However, it’s worthwhile inquiring of your provider because dorms are a great way to make new local friends.

Private apartment

Renting a whole apartment to yourself will allow you to enjoy the liberty, privacy, and independence that you don’t necessarily have in dorms or homestays. You also get to choose the location so that it’s the most convenient for your lifestyle.     4     Apart from the rent, you’ll also have to manage the bills and stock up your own fridge.

Shared apartment

Shared apartments tend to be the most affordable type of accommodation for students.     5     You’ll live with a roommate who perhaps is another student studying abroad, a local student, or even a young professional from the area. Shared apartments are ideal for making friends and creating close connections.

A．You can enjoy the best of both worlds.

B．What you see is what you pay in this case.

C．It also happens that they can be a lot of fun!

D．However, private accommodation can cost a lot.

E．Not all universities will offer this type of housing.

F．Your experience might differ with each type of accommodation.

G．Being abroad and away from your home is a whole new experience.

8 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What is Ham interested in?

A．Collecting glass bottles.

B．Building special houses.

C．Making things out of bottles.

2. Why did Ham decide to build the special house?

A．Because of his kids’ encouragement.

B．Because of his second son’s death.

C．Because of his eldest son’s birth.

3. Why did Ham decide to build the special house?

A．It costs much less.

B．It is very strong.

C．It’s the only one in the world.

4. What did Ham do about the house?

A．He donated it to an art gallery.

B．He used it as a wedding present.

C．He decorated it and lived in it.

9 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What does the man call the woman to do?

A．Make a reservation.

B．Check out of the hotel.

C．Ask about the city center.

2. What does the woman say about the Imperial?

A．It is cheaper than her hotel.

B．It is rated as a five-star hotel.

C．It is better known than her hotel.

3. What does the man finally want to know about the Imperial?

A．The price.

B．The telephone number.

C．The location.

10 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What is on the right along the hall?

A．The kitchen.

B．The dining room.

C．The toilet.

2. Where is John’s room?

A．Next to Alex and Tom’ s.

B．Opposite to Alex and Tom’ s.

C．Next to Kevin’s.

3. When can John use the bathroom?

A．From 6:30 to 7:00.

B．From 7:00 to 7:20.

C．From 7:20 to 7:30.

4. For what will John pay for the speaker?

A．Cleaning his room.

B．Washing the dishes.

C．Washing his clothes.