1 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What kind of housework does the man usually do?

A．Take out the garbage.

B．Water the plants.

C．Clear the dining table.

2. Why is the man unwilling to load and unload the dishwasher?

A．He has no free time.

B．He is not careful enough.

C．He has no one to share the work.

3. How does the man react to the new tasks initially?

A．Agreeably.

B．Happily.

C．Unwillingly.

2 . Why Are Family Traditions Important?

Family traditions vary in how they’re celebrated, but they are all of great significance. Let’s explore the importance of family traditions in today’s fast-paced world.

They give a reason for the family to get together.

    1     That being said, sticking to a date is often necessary to coordinate (协调) everyone’s jam-packed schedules.     2     You are much less likely to cancel a time-honored family tradition than a casual lunch. Family traditions give family members something to look forward to and bring them together.

They promote a healthy work-life balance.

Nowadays, remote work has been a way of life for millions of people. While telecommuting(远程办公) has its benefits, it can also make it difficult to achieve a work-life balance. Since the workplace is where you spend the majority of your time, you’re likely to separate yourself from the rest of the world.     3    

They create good family dynamics.

Many family members lead vastly different lifestyles.     4     Even if you all have different interests and opinions, you can bond over your shared family experience.

Celebrating family traditions develops relationships between family members. This connection is priceless and fosters(培养) positive family dynamics.

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Family traditions foster a family identity that gives each member a sense of belonging and personal pride. When you feel safe and secure in these family connections, you have a base of emotional support to return to throughout your lifetime. A sense of belonging to family and community is essential for social and emotional well-being.

A．They create a sense of comfort and order.

B．They give family members a sense of belonging.

C．Establish a family tradition that happens on a busy day.

D．You don’t need an excuse to spend time with your family.

E．Creating a family tradition encourages respect and commitment.

F．But family traditions are an opportunity to set aside these differences.

G．But family traditions encourage you to invest time and energy into personal lives as well.

3 . Which name did the man’s wife suggest?

A．Allison.

B．James.

C．Zoe.

4 . Having a vegetable garden offers many health benefits. Here are reasons why a home vegetable garden beats even the farmers’ market when it comes to your health and well-being.

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Gardening is very physical. What makes gardening better than a gym workout is that it happens outdoors with fresh air and sunshine. Whether you are weeding in the down- ward dog position, or digging bags of soil, a garden delivers the full gym experience, from cardio right down to yoga.

Your garden provides you with a raw diet. Most homegrown crops taste better than store-bought, but no vegetable takes this to the next level like sweet peas.     2    , but most gardeners find that even a few vines (藤) are worth the space. A handful of freshly-shelled, raw sweet peas bursting into your mouth on a summer morning have few rivals in the food kingdom.

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The average consumer remains at the mercy of the produce buyer at the local market, but once the home gardener discovers the diversity of colors and tastes that can be homegrown, a nutrient-rich vegetable choice opens up. Heirloom (原种的) tomatoes range in color from deep purple and nearly black to golden yellow and pale white. Besides the color, there is another benefit.     4     .

Your garden allows you to give.     5    , but nothing feels as great as when you share food. Imagine how it feels for others to receive fresh homegrown vegetables. A basket of heir- loom cherry tomatoes can disappear faster than a box of donuts deep fried in fat.

A．It’s nice to receive gifts

B．We know that it feels good to give

C．Your garden lets you eat the rainbow

D．The vegetable garden makes you a chef

E．Growing vegetables helps you take exercise

F．Experts may not recommend sweet peas for small gardens

G．Nutritionists agree that colorful vegetables are rich in nutrition

5 . 某英文报社开展感恩活动，要求每位同学在日常生活中为父母做些家务。请你以“Housework”为题，根据下面图表信息，用英文写一篇短文。
注意：1.词数100左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

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6 . Life Skills Start in the Home

I started my kids on household chores young because I refuse to send any of them into the world without being able to provide the most basic care for themselves. We started small such as teaching them how to crack an egg or load the washing machine. We made a game: of it and let it get messy.     1    , the kids were able to eventually get comfortable with the chore, gain competence and then finally achieve confidence.

If there is unwillingness or lack of enthusiasm,     2    . Consistency and patience is the key. Keep at it. Years into this experiment, my 13-year-old son can cook a basic meal and is in charge of cooking on Sunday nights. That means planning, shopping and meal preparation. My 15-year-old daughter has her own night Saturday with the same responsibilities. She also does a lot of car maintenance with me.     3    

Jessica Lahey, author of “The Gift of Failure,” advocates that we teach our kids autonomy so they will be more motivated to engage in the business of their lives and learn how to be competent. In order to do this, we give our kids clear expectations and     4    . This allow our kids to take ownership of the task, and they learn to solve problems and deal with failure.

Yes, we have had some magnificent disasters in this house. Each one was a moment where we could come together as a family, figure out the solution and deal with the consequences.

    5    , so they are better prepared for adulthood. It not only gives them responsibilities around the house but it can be a great bonding activity for the whole family.

A．don’t worry about it

B．With these exposures

C．Pay attention to that problem

D．They try to live up to our expectations

E．then step away after we have taught them

F．Everyone is responsible for their own laundry

G．Kids start doing chores around the house from a young age