1 . Four of the Most Comfortable Hotels in Boston

Sonder 907 Main

Across the Charles River in Cambridge, this brownstone has generous rooms at generous prices. Check-in is done via your phone, which then becomes the room key for your stay. All rooms are private, including the bathrooms. No hotel staff are on site before 8 am or after 6 pm, and there’s no breakfast. Rooms: From $55.

The Farrington Inn

Need a room for less than 100 bucks? The Farrington Inn, located in the student-favored area of Allston, will see you through. The bathrooms are shared, but for your money you get all you need, such as a double bed, TV, dresser, hairdryer, towels and free Wifi. Check-in is done at the reception desk. If you stay longer than five days, you’ll get a room with a small kitchen too (or access to the shared kitchen). Rooms: From $65.

The Newbury

Hidden in plain sight opposite the city’s lush Public Garden, this grand hotel brings warmth and tranquility (安宁) to every space, all dark wood and leather sofas. The beloved hotel has served a who’s who of guests over the last century, from the Duke and Duchess of Windsor to author Tennessee Williams, who wrote part of A Streetcar Named Desire while living at the hotel. Rooms: From $490.

The Langham Boston

Housed in Boston’s former Federal Reserve Bank, the hotel was injected an element of fun and colour, most noticeably through the hotel’s art collection, which pays respects to the building’s heritage. Visitors will find more than 300 pieces on display and rotated (轮换) every four months to keep things fresh. Rooms: From $405.

1. What do Sonder 907 Main and The Farrington Inn have in common?

A．They both have shared bathrooms.

B．They are both suitable for bargain hunters.

C．They both require self-service check-in.

D．They both offer breakfast.

2. Which hotel served some famous people?

A．Sonder 907 Main.

B．The Farrington Inn.

C．The Newbury.

D．The Langham Boston.

3. How is The Langham Boston different from the other hotels?

A．It houses some artworks.

B．It pays respects to its architectural designer.

C．It has a wide range of guest rooms.

D．It is open for four months every year.

4 . 听下面一段长对话，回答小题。
1. How much rent would the man like to pay every month?

A．£400.

B．£800.

C．£950.

2. What is an advantage of the flat?

A．It’s convenient for shopping.

B．It’s in a quiet neighborhood.

C．It’s next to the man’s college.

3. What is the man going to do tomorrow?

A．Find another flat.

B．Move into the flat.

C．Check on the flat.

6 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the house like according to the speakers?

A．It is big enough.

B．It is in a poor condition.

C．It has a smooth floor.

2. What might happen to the house according to the woman?

A．It will be sold.

B．It will fall down.

C．It will remain empty.

3. What has the woman heard in the local store?

A．The news of repairs.

B．The sound of an accident.

C．The chat about a business.

4. What might worry the woman about having a hotel next door?

A．The safety.

B．The space.

C．The noise.

7 . Universities are working harder than ever to attract prospective students to their campuses. One of their main strategies is to upgrade on-campus accommodations and attract students with the promise of resort-style living.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology-Simmons Hall

MIT is home to Simmons Hall, the beloved freshman dorm that offers beautiful views of Cambridge, a two-story movie theater, and a ball pit designed to provide stress relief. Common areas are equipped with TVs and gaming systems, and the in-house dining hall and late night café come in handy for students pulling those occasional all-nighters. 62% of Simmons residents live in single rooms, so students can enjoy their privacy while still staying connected to the spirited Simmons community.

University of Cincinnati-Morgens Hall

The University of Cincinnati’s recently restored Morgens Hall boasts floor-to-ceiling views and luxury apartment-style living. These 2-person, 3-person, and 8-person rooms feature full kitchens, huge closets, and plenty of storage space. The entire building is full of neat tricks, from windows that darken with the touch of a button to eco-friendly heating and cooling technology.

Pomona College-Dialynas & Sontag Hall

Small liberal arts school Pomona College has not one but two of the best college dorms. Dialynas Hall and Sontag Hall, both constructed in 2011, gained national praise for their energy efficient design and are beloved by students for their modern look. Students live in suite-style rooms in arrangements of three to six bedrooms. There’s a drop-down movie screen, a rooftop garden and playing field for pick-up games. Students can learn more about their dorm’s sustainable design by spending time in the in-house eco-classrooms.

1. Which dorm is better for a student longing for privacy?

A．Simmons hall.

B．Morgens Hall.

C．Dialynas Hall.

D．Sontag Hall.

2. What do Morgens Hall and Dialynas & Sontag Hall have in common?

A．They are big-sized.	B．They help to save money.
C．They have TVs in the walls.	D．They are environmentally-friendly.

3. Why do these colleges try to improve their student dorms?

A．To promote low-carbon lifestyle.	B．To make campuses more inviting.
C．To test energy-efficient buildings.	D．To encourage game-based learning.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Which room will the woman hire?

A．The Charlton Room.

B．The Main Hall.

C．The Small Hall.

2. How much should the woman pay for the room?

A．￡75.

B．￡115.

C．￡230.

3. What needs an extra charge?

A．Cameras.

B．The parking lot.

C．Tables

4. Why is a black box placed by the fire door?

A．To detect a certain sound level.

B．To show people the escape way

C．To record the band’s performance

9 . As the song says, “There's no place like home for the holidays,” Now, thanks to a pair of forward thinking business owners in County Kerry, Ireland, three families are _________ into company based houses to welcome Christmas holidays.

Patricia and Tony Walsh, owners of Walsh Colour Print and Educate, _________ nearly 120 people Patricia explains that the work they do _________ a specialized skill set. Since they've been _________ to find enough local job   candidates, a good part of their workforce comes from other European countries.

_________, with housing options both limited and expensive in the area, many employees couldn't save for _________ of their own while paying _________   rents. Two such longtime workers were Anma and Marcin Wojs. _________ the possibility of having to go home despite wanting to stay, they brought their _________ to Patricia and Tony's attention.

So, in 2017 the husband and wife team __________ planning permission to build homes on land owned by Walsh Colour Print Built on a not for profit basis the 1000-square-foot-atatchedl homes are __________ to employees at a lower price.

With the __________ of three house now complete, the Wojs family are __________ to move into their new home. The employees who have purchased the two remaining homes are also over the moon.

Tony Walsh notes that there will be an informal __________ employees who purchase homes will __________ with the company for the following 10 years. While he sees the __________ as a way to ensure a __________ workforce, he also believes homeownership will secure a stable future for his employees when they eventually __________

Tony Walsh says,“We are going to roll this out to the rest of our __________, and when they finish working at Walsh Colour Print and Educate. ie, they can close the door and say, ‘We __________ this.’"

1.

A．looking

B．bursting

C．changing

D．moving

2.

A．evaluate

B．employ

C．raise

D．rescue

3.

A．trains

B．brings

C．requires

D．promotes

4.

A．unable

B．unwilling

C．afraid

D．eager

5.

A．Illegally

B．Hopefully

C．Unfortunately

D．Surprisingly

6.

A．skills

B．places

C．holidays

D．companies

7.

A．slight

B．smooth

C．reasonable

D．steep

8.

A．Exposed to

B．Devoted to

C．Addicted to

D．Accustomed to

9.

A．dilemma

B．concept

C．plan

D．appetite

10.

A．rejected

B．sought

C．missed

D．withdrew

11.

A．donated

B．lent

C．sold

D．rented

12.

A．design

B．advertisement

C．base

D．construction

13.

A．ashamed

B．frightened

C．puzzled

D．excited

14.

A．honor

B．agreement

C．prize

D．debate

15.

A．stay

B．compete

C．negotiate

D．compare

16.

A．invention

B．routine

C．measure

D．hobby

17.

A．limited

B．generous

C．creative

D．steady

18.

A．escape

B．resist

C．retire

D．die

19.

A．customers

B．staff

C．family

D．suppliers

20.

A．own

B．build

C．improve

D．manage