1 . 假定你是李华，你随父母来到美国已有半个月了，但你感到烦恼。请你根据下面提供的有关信
息，用英语给当地报纸写一封信，请求帮助。内容要点如下：
1.父母忙于工作和学习；
2.单独在家，整天与电视为伴；没有朋友，感到孤独；
3.请求帮助。
注意：（1）信的开头与结尾已给出，不计词数；
（2）词数：100 个左右。
Dear Editor,
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Best wishes.

Yours,

Li Hua

2 . 阅读下面短文，有5处划线，从每题所给四个选项中选出与划线意义的最匹配选项。

It has never been explained why someone seem to enjoy 1.deceiving others more than anyone else. They specialize in a particular type of practical joke: the hoax. Inviting the 2.fire brigade to put out a non-existent fire is a form of 3.deception which no self-respecting person would ever 4.indulge in. They often create amusing situations which are funny to everyone except the 5.sufferers.

1.

A．removing

B．tricking

C．receiving

D．claiming

2.

A．fire engine

B．fire stick

C．fire fighter

D．firecracker

3.

A．application

B．grab

C．drill

D．cheat

4.

A．participate in

B．anticipate in

C．believe in

D．discard in

5.

A．victims

B．operators

C．photographers

D．advisors

3 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Recent studies show that the amount of time people spend looking at screens is rising. We live in an era where mass media is     1     (ready) accessible and at times, it can influence how we see the world around us. Many experts agree that too much     2     (expose) to mass media can have negative     3     (effect) on your psychological well-being. It can influence how you feel about yourself and life,     4     it impacts what messages others consider     5     (be) true about healthy living.

For example, advertisements often feature beautiful,     6     (wealth) individuals or groups that enjoy their lives by eating rich foods and     7     (spend) lots of money on flashy clothes and houses. Such images may appeal to someone who does not know any different leaders, parents, or peers who eat poorly and do not have much money. Advertisements create a sense of urgency,     8     can make you feel like you must have what everyone else has before you don’t consider     9     (you) part of the “in-group”. It is easy to fall into a habit of buying whatever new thing comes along, without thinking too hard about     10     it is worth it.

So be a critical mass media reader.

4 . Self-confidence

Having a healthy level of self-confidence is important to your health and well-being. It can help you become more successful in your personal and professional life.    1    . Fortunately, there are several ways you can boost your self-confidence.

Remind yourself of your good qualities.Take some time to think about or write down the skills, personality traits, and qualities that you like about yourself.    2    . For example, you might love that you’re compassionate and great at sports, or you might be proud that you’re fiercely loyal to your friends. This way you can remind yourself whenever you’re feeling down.

Silence your inner critic. By constantly thinking that you can’t achieve things, you’ll start to believe it. Pay attention to the negative thoughts and put a stop to them. It might help to write down the negative thoughts you have. Then, read through them to find where they’re coming from.    3    .

Don’t let mistakes stop you. Instead of beating yourself up for mistakes, focus on what you learned from the experience or what you’d do differently next time, and keep going.    4    . You might mentally tell yourself that you messed up on that test, but now you know what to study for next time.

Remember, it’s not an easy road to build more confidence. You’re not going to be the most confident person by tomorrow    5    . So rather than waste time worrying that you aren’t good enough, devote to your efforts. Ultimately, you’ll perform better in the long run.

A．It’s a process that will take time.

B．Get out your journal or diary and make a list.

C．Try to stop the source of these harmful thoughts.

D．However, not everyone feels confident in themselves.

E．You can find ways to join clubs that you’re passionate about.

F．If you’re used to lowering your head, push yourself to raise your hand in class.

G．Being afraid to make mistakes can stop you from learning and growing, so embrace them.

5 . You scroll through Instagram and like every post you see. You read an acquaintance’s story as soon as they post it. You leave a comment on a post or two. Then it hits you: Didn’t you just leave a comment on that person’s post yesterday? And the day before that? And last week?

An Instagram creep is someone who offers unprompted significant attention online to certain individuals they’ve taken an interest in. It is a strategy to send a signal of affection -whether it is to a romantic partner, or a close friend, but it can also be perceived as being too much, too interested and too involved. At worst, it might be seen as being possessive, as the person absolutely has to be the first to comment, to establish his importance in front of others.

However, not every Instagram creep has the same intentions, with some lighthearted and innocent. “For example, people who have a higher frequency of being online may have a higher likelihood of seeing the posts quickly, “said Maryanne Fisher, a psychology professor at St.Mary’s University in Canada. “In a way, it could be simply an exposure effect.”

“If you feel like you’re the creeper, there’s a quick way to fix the problem. Resisting the urge to comment or like every post would be helpful,” Fisher said. It’s important to be aware that while you might be doing it to express affection, it can be perceived as being possessive. You should ask yourself what your intention is. What need is getting met by that behavior? If it makes the recipient feel uncomfortable and excessive, that should be attended to. If it’s a pattern and if it’s a “need”, then there might be something more significant going on.

All told, remember that anything you put on the Internet has consequences. If you think you’re being creepy even for a second, take time to separate yourself from it.

1. Who is likely to be an Instagram creep?

A．An old man unfamiliar with social media.

B．A young guy having a preference for a certain brand.

C．A woman having a tendency to talk online with friends.

D．An adult who is paying special attention to his friend’s Instagram update.

2. What is Para.3 of the text mainly about?

A．Ways to fix the problem.

B．Effects on the recipients.

C．Possible reasons for being creepy.

D．Differences between serious and lighthearted creepers.

3. What effect might a creeper have on the person being “creeped”on?

A．The person likes the behaviour.

B．The person wasn’t aware of that.

C．The person might not feel at ease.

D．The person might feel like the creeper.

4. What does the author want to express in this passage?

A．Less is more.

B．Look before you leap.

C．Love me,love my dog.

D．Put the cart before the horse.

6 . People are obsessed (对……着迷) with apps these days. Whether they’re good or bad, some apps can really make our life easier. There are some apps that can make your life easier and happier.

Relax Melodies

Stress is an inevitable (不可避免的) part of life. When you don’t know how to deal with stress in a healthy way, it can cause many health issues, including anxiety and depression. This app features relaxing sounds that help you fight stress and fall asleep faster. It can help your baby to sleep better as well. The sounds are perfect for yoga and massage sessions, too. If you are looking to improve your health, give this app a try.

Fitbit

The Fitbit app will help you live a healthier life and be more active throughout the day. It helps to watch your calorie intake, keep your weight under control, keep track of your daily activities, follow your training program, achieve your fitness and weight-loss goals, and many more, You can invite your family members, friends or coworkers to join and compete with them. The app is free.

Pocket Expense Personal Finance

Keep track of your spending, monitoring all your financial accounts, track all your bills，reach your savings goals and overall keep your budget under control with this app. The app helps you to see how much money is left. It can teach you to shop wisely and budget your money more efficiently.

Groupon

The Groupon app helps to get deals for 50% — 70% off the most popular stuff to see, do and purchase things in over 500 cities worldwide. You can save on almost everything while traveling around the world. This app is a must-have for wise buyers.

1. How can Relax Melodies benefit people?

A．By helping people deal with hard tasks.

B．By keeping track of people’s daily activities.

C．By getting people to feel calm with sounds.

D．By improving people’s level to appreciate music.

2. Which of the following apps can assist you if you wish to get things at a discount?

A．Fitbit.	B．Groupon.
C．Relax Melodies.	D．Pocket Expense Personal Finance.

3. Why do people choose the app Pocket Expense Personal Finance?

A．It can make you relaxed.

B．It can help you keep in shape.

C．It can help you spend money more reasonably.

D．It can tell you where to buy high-quality goods.

7 . Soothe the Sunday scaries

Most of us look forward to the weekend as a time to relax, connect with friends and family, and deal with tasks from a to-do list that gets neglected during the workweek. But as the weekend comes to an end, many are missing out on Sunday Funday and instead experiencing an overwhelming sense of anxiety and even dread about the upcoming week.     1     Some people describe it as a heaviness they can feel in their body, while others feel so unsettled that they could jump out of their skin.

Even though the Sunday scaries are common, they are manageable. Here’s how experts say you can ease your end-of-weekend anxiety.

Structure your Sunday.     2     You might still go through that sense of dread, but that feeling is harder to hold on to when you’ re engaging in something that makes you feel good.

Don’t forget to relax. If you’re feeling more stress, it’s important to make space for relaxing activities to ground yourself. Maybe a midafternoon shower or bath, maybe an engaging movie or show, whatever feels like a helpful distraction to reground from the scaries.

Identify your anxiety sources. Try to figure out what’s really causing you to dread the week.     3     Even if there’s not a single reason behind your Sunday anxiety, organizing the stress into small parts can help make it all more manageable.

    4     Getting rid of the Sunday scaries isn’t just about minimizing the gloom of the week ahead. Have something to look forward to. This gives you the opportunity to shift your thoughts to fun and will help improve your mood.

End your Sunday with the right energy. Sunday night is a proper wind-down time. Maybe you want to journal, do a face mask, read a few pages of a good book. Do your best to honor this time and make Sunday night all about you.     5    

A．Is it a deadline, meeting or presentation?

B．Create some excitement for the week ahead.

C．Experts have referred to this worry as Sunday scaries.

D．Sunday scaries come from tiredness after a really busy weekend.

E．Then you feel empowered and confident that you’ll be ready for the next day.

F．Instead of sitting on the couch and watching the clock, go to do something that you enjoy.

G．Anxiety is a natural response that happens in preparation for anything that causes pain or discomfort.

8 . Buying an umbrella may seem a simple process for most people.     1     There are a few things to consider when buying an umbrella that best suits your personal needs.

You’d better first consider how often the umbrella will be used. If you live in an area with infrequent rain, then an inexpensive telescopic (折叠式) umbrella is probably the best choice. If you live in Seattle or other rainy climates, you will naturally want a very strong umbrella.     2    

If you want to make a fashion statement by using a designer umbrella, you will pay even more.     3     Designer umbrellas can be significantly more expensive with the prices ranging from hundreds to thousands of dollars.

If you are selecting an umbrella for very young children, don’t spend a lot of money on it. The chances are that inappropriate use of a small umbrella will result in breakage, or frequently, umbrellas are lost at school. Perhaps the best bet for them is the Totes umbrellas, which are telescopic.     4     They are also inexpensive, usually less than 10 USD.

    5     Very large umbrellas on a small crowded street may mean taking up a bit more space than is needed for coverage and crashing one’s umbrella into others should be avoided. For those who really need the coverage, dome umbrellas which are narrow in diameter will help one avoid unnecessary collisions (碰撞) with others hurrying through the rain.

A．Many favor telescopic umbrellas.

B．Whether to choose a large umbrella is highly individual.

C．They are sold with a cover and can easily fit into backpacks.

D．Generally, a good-quality umbrella will cost you about 40 USD.

E．Some rules must be observed if you walk through busy areas in the rain.

F．Besides, you’d better choose one that is not easily blown away by high winds.

G．However, selecting the correct one will avoid trouble when the rainy season starts.

9 . 阅读下面短文, 在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

In the era of rapid technological development, we may see such a picture almost every- where. While a man just focuses     1     his cellphone, he doesn’t pay attention to anything around,     2     reflects a common phenomenon in today’s society. People spend too much time     3     (play) with their cellphones and communicate less and less with the people around them.

As we know, nowadays the usefulness of cellphones tends     4    (appear) in every aspect of our lives. They    5     (affect) our lives for many years and will continue to play their part. Through them the latest news around or far away can     6     (get) by us in time.

However, everything has two     7    (side). Except for all the advantages, cellphones also have brought some problems. First, when we are staring at our cellphones, we may ignore the surrounding beautiful scene. What’s worse, we are only     8     (lose) in our own small world, rather than share our joy and sadness with our friends. We hardly talk with our family and the ones around us. As     9     consequence, we become cold towards them. So, let’s put down our cellphones and try to communicate with our family and friends face to face     10    (regular).

10 . You’re primarily left-handed if you use your left hand for most activities — even if you tend to write with your right hand. Historically, there used to be a social prejudice against lefties (左撇子) .     1     But no evidence has suggested lefties are at any sort of physical or psychological disadvantage.

It’s estimated that 8 to 15 percent of the adult population is left-handed. Of course, we now know that handedness is determined by genetics and random chance. What we’re just learning, however, is far more interesting.     2    

Lefties may be quicker thinkers. According to an Australian study published in 2006, left-handed people tend to have faster connections between the right and left sides of the brain.     3     It accordingly leads to quicker and more efficient information processing.

    4     While less than 15 percent of the general population is left-handed, 25 percent of Major League Baseball players are lefties. Studies have found that lefties seem to have a real advantage in interactive sports, such as boxing, fencing, and baseball. It’s possibly because lefties are able to throw off right-handed opponents who are used to going up against other righties.

Emotions seem to be arranged differently depending on handedness.     5     That might help to explain why lefties seem to have higher rates of depression and certain other mood disorders.

A．Lefties have the upper hand in some sports.

B．Lefties experience the world in a different way.

C．In fact, there’s nothing special about the left-handed.

D．So they can use both sides of their brain more easily.

E．Lefties are more likely to have certain health problems.

F．Even schools once tried to break left-handed students of their “bad habit” .

G．For lefties, feelings is more likely to come from the right side of the brain.