1 .        Many people who don’t normally visit museums may consider them boring and often wonder what the appeal(吸引力）is. Actually, people visit museums for a variety of reasons. .    1     And we thought it would be interesting to examine these reasons in an effort to change naysayers’(反对者的）minds. As a result, we’ve come up with some reasons to visit museums.
       Expand horizons.    2     Each work opens a doorway into artists’ soul and lets you explore what they felt, rather than merely observed. Every piece of art tells a unique story, and by studying it, you can experience a different world.

Gain inspiration. Do you ever feel like you   need a breath of inspiration to refresh your soul? It’s not a coincidence(巧合）that there’s a “muse” in museums! A museum is a wonderful place to get inspired and let creative juices begin to flow again.    3    

Offer “food” for conversation. This is because museums can help fuel your discussions with other people. Whether it’s a new exhibit or a fascinating show, museums offer a variety of subjects to talk about.     4    You   can also mention exciting inventions in science, historical findings and so on.

    5     Museums offer a perfect opportunity to meet some people that share your love of art and culture. By taking in new exhibits or attending lectures, you’re placing yourself in an atmosphere that will attract like minds.

A．Change your attitude towards life.

B．Meet those sharing similar interests.

C．Some are personal and some are social.

D．It has a positive effect on the whole society.

E．These topics aren’t just limited to traditional artworks.

F．Observing artistic works enables you to come up with new ideas.

G．Visiting museums allows you to place yourself in the shoes of artists.

3 . “We said no to the invitation to the birthday party because my child says they're not even friends.”

When I read the above words, I felt heartache.

I know birthday parties can be like a trouble, but let's believe the parents who sent that invitation weren't trying to get more gifts for their kids or make things more complicated(复杂的) .

For some kids, managing school and friends is easy. Maybe you have a child who's outgoing, self­confident or maybe you have a child who doesn't have any problems. However, for some kids, school and friends can be very difficult.

A birthday party is a fun, exciting and good opportunity. It is a chance for the kid on the sidelines to play with other kids who don't play with him/her at school or who don't call him/her a friend.

Sometimes even when the birthday party and the theme have been decided on and the difficult decision about whom to invite has been made, there can still be doubts. Those invitations can stay untouched in the bottom of the child's backpack for days, because he/she is too scared to hand them out.

I don't know your child, and I don't know you. I do know there are parents who lie awake at night wondering if their child will have the courage to hand out the invitations in the morning; I do know there are parents who hope they can depend on other parents to teach their children to be kind enough to show up. Maybe you'll never have to be one of the parents who find it hard. I know what that's like, because I have children who find it easy. But I also have a child who doesn't. And because of that, we've become a family that says yes to every invitation we receive.

Sometimes a birthday party invitation is not just a birthday party invitation; it's also an invitation to be a friend.

1. What's the author's attitude toward the words in Para.1?

A．Worried.	B．Sad.
C．Interested.	D．Excited.

2. What can we learn from the passage?

A．Children are very different from each other.

B．Some children at school need special attention.

C．Children should be encouraged to play games.

D．Not all children can deal with school problems well.

3. To some children, what does a birthday party mean?

A．A chance to have some fun outdoors.	B．A chance to get many gifts from others.
C．A chance to play and make friends with others.	D．A chance to invite other children to their homes.

4. What does the author mainly want to tell us?

A．Kids really love going to parties.	B．Kids should learn to make friends.
C．Some kids aren't good at making friends.	D．We'd better accept birthday party invitations.

5 . Many people don’t prefer the traditional camping style because of the discomfort that they get from it.    1    Thus, glamping is the best choice for people who want to experience camping with comfort.

The term “glamping” refers to the combination of camping and comfort. Today, more and more people want to go camping with all the comfortable services. This demand from such people encourages companies to think more creatively to mix comfort with nature, and thus glamping is becoming popular in today’s world.    2    

It provides access to the magic of nature. Nowadays, people are getting more aware of the importance of nature.    3    In order to experience Mother Nature on a comfortable basis, they choose to go to glamping sites, where they can get fresh air and feel closer to nature.

    4    In glamping sites, there are comfortable beds, swimming pools, free WiFi, etc, which are packaged together according to the customers’ need. In addition, they also provide 24-hour electricity, water and everything you expect from resort-like(度假胜地般的) services.

It helps in regaining peace.    5    They are usually far away from the noise of the city. People can experience calm and peace at the time of their stays in glamping locations.

A．It provides excellent services.

B．Glamping locations are less crowded.

C．There are several reasons for going glamping.

D．And they want to experience vacation in a natural setting.

E．In traditional camping, it doesn’t include comfortable services.

F．There is a rising demand for glamping services in the last few years.

G．But they still want to explore natural places like mountains and beaches.

7 . Wrestling yourself away from screens, devices, even the television can be a nearly impossible task, but it’s vital to our mental and even physical health. A jigsaw puzzle requires your full attention and therein lies the magic.     1     They call it a retro (复古) game. Here are some benefits of puzzling that might surprise you.

Jigsaw puzzles exercise the left and right sides of your brain at once. Your left brain is logical and works in a linear fashion, while your right brain is creative. When you’re doing a jigsaw puzzle, both sides are engaged. Think of it as a mental workout that improves your problem-solving skills and attention.     2    

Jigsaw puzzles improve your short-term memory.     3     Jigsaw puzzles can help with that. Doing a puzzle strengthens connections between brain cells, improves mental speed and is an especially effective way to improve short-term memory.

    4     Focusing on one image for a long period of time, without other thoughts entering your mind, is in itself meditation. By doing a jigsaw puzzle, you’re getting the same benefits as if you meditated. The stress of everyday life disappears. It is replaced by a sense of peace and calmness that lowers your blood pressure and heart rate.

Jigsaw puzzles are great for some needed alone time. Puzzling is perfect for people who want a quiet, solo break from today’s noisy and tiring digital life.

    5     So, on your next lazy Sunday, unplug, put your phone on “Do Not Disturb,” and get swept away by a puzzle.

A．Can’t remember what you had for lunch yesterday?

B．Jigsaw puzzles are a great way to connect with family.

C．Many adults are now returning to this childhood pastime.

D．Jigsaw puzzles are a great meditation tool and stress reliever.

E．Doing jigsaw puzzles is good for your mind, body and spirit.

F．Stay away from children’s puzzles that are too easy to do.

G．It’s no surprise that Bill Gates admits being an enthusiastic puzzler.

8 . The door opens and you are amazed at seeing people jumping and flying around like superheroes. Calm down, you are not in a Marvel film, just a trampoline (蹦床) park.

In recent years trampolining has become a new craze among Chinese youths. Short videos are regularly uploaded to social media showing people’s excitement about jumping back and forth on the colorful trampolines. Most videos feature teenagers.    1    .

Ms Shi, a 28-year-old from Beijing, goes to trampoline parks almost every weekend. She said “When I was a child, I loved bouncing up and down on the trampolines, though they were just small and simple ones. They made me feel free and happy.     2    .”

It’s true that today’s trampoline parks are bigger, more professional and more creative.     3    . you can obviously jump, play in the inflatables (充气垫), or shoot basketballs like an NBA superstar. Also, if you're brave enough, you can learn to walk on the wall.

“Trampolining is so much fun. It doesn't feel like exercising at all.” Ms Shi said.

    4    . According to Robert Smith, a British sports therapist, “The trampoline pad is bouncy and absorbs a large amount of the impact of your landing, so your bones and joints are protected and strengthened at the same time.”

Unlike playing soccer, basketball, tennis or any other competitive sports, the risk of injury while trampolining is relatively low.     5    . “You must do warm-up exercises before playing. And you can't lose concentration during the movements,” Peter Cheng, a die-hard trampoline fan, who also owns a trampoline park, warned.

While outdoor activities are largely up to the weather, the indoor trampoline parks are really good places to go whenever you are seeking a fun cardio workout (有氧运动).

A．Nowadays the places are much better.

B．It is a fun activity to share with friends.

C．There are separate zones for different functions.

D．However, preparation and safety always come first.

E．Specially designed clothes are needed when you trampoline.

F．Indeed, a trampoline workout can be beneficial to your health.

G．Adults too have jumped on the trend, hoping to relive their childhood.

9 . The State Fair(集市)of Texas, the largest in the US, attracts over a million visitors every year with various exciting events. But this year's fair was canceled(取消)due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

For Savannah Robison, a student at Lake Dallas Senior High School in Texas, this is quite disappointing. She has been looking forward to the fair's youth cattle competitions since last year. “This is gonna be my last time to show my cattle; it's something really special to me,” the 17-year-old said. Youth cattle competitions are when teenagers raise their farm animals such as lambs and cows, and then show them at sale.

Robison paid a lot to get a State Fair champion. She has been saving half of her income from her part-time job for her pigs. Since mid-May, she has spent two hours feeding, walking or bathing her three pigs every day. “If I couldn't show them, I think my whole summer would just be ruined,” Robison said.

Now, there's good news. Youth market cattle shows are recently rescheduled from Sept 23 to Oct 2. Daryl Real, the fair's president, said that workers will remind people to wear masks(口罩)to make sure their safety.

However, “some students may still be thinking whether to come this year,” said Jirl Buck, a market judge. “But I think they should come and prepare their animals, and look forward to the opportunity to show their cattles at the Texas State Fair.”

Rylie Hardin, a 17-year-old also from Lake Dallas Senior High School, first stepped foot in a cattle competition at 3 years old. He wants to see his efforts pay off this year. “I worked hard for this, I want to do it, and I don't think it's too dangerous for me,” said Hardin. If the fair's events are called off, Hardin said his dad is prepared to join others to organize a pig show of their own. “They know I want to,” he said. “This is what I love to do.”

1. How did Robison feel about the news that this year's fair was canceled?

A．Lucky.	B．Excited.
C．Angry.	D．Disappointed.

2. What do teenagers do at the fair's youth cattle competitions?

A．They show the farm animals they raise.

B．They show people their skills at sale.

C．They compete for part-time job opportunities.

D．They help farmers sell farm animals.

3. What did Buck suggest the teenagers do?

A．They should stay at home.	B．They should join in the fair.
C．They should prepare for next year's fair.	D．They should wear masks at the fair.

4. What do we know about Hardin from the last paragraph?

A．He is tired of raising farm animals.

B．He thinks it is dangerous to join in the fair this year.

C．He wants to organize a pig show by himself.

D．He is interested in youth cattle competitions.