1 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What did the woman do last weekend?

A．She went to the beach.

B．She made a cheese cake.

C．She celebrated her birthday.

2. Why was there a cake in the woman’s room?

A．It was a surprise gift from her friend.

B．It was put in the wrong place by mistake.

C．It was given by the hotel for its celebration.

2 . 阅读表达

The word “spiritual” comes from the Latin spiritus, which means “breath.” Originally, that which was spiritual was simply that which was breathtaking. From this perspective, a spiritual experience is anything that is awe-inspiring. People of all religions—or none at all—can equally experience such awe-inspiring events. Spirituality doesn’t rely on a set system of teachings or beliefs; it is merely the joy of being present in the moment and experiencing the awe (敬畏) and wonder of living.

Definitions of ecospirituality include “an expression of the spiritual connection between human beings and the environment” and “understanding the interrelationships between all living beings on earth and recognizing their interdependency while appreciating their value for maintaining ecobalance.” Others feel ecospirituality is the connectedness between the science of ecology and spirituality. Put simply, it is the personal experience of spirituality in nature. Although definitions may vary, all point to a sense of oneness with nature, and address our basic need for reconnecting with the environment.

Although there are no hard and fast rules when it comes to ecospirituality, there are a few common concepts throughout the practice. Things like feeling connected with the universe, knowing the risks involved in creating an imbalance in the ecosystem, protecting nature—and most importantly—sensing a feeling of “awe” in learning about our environment and ecosystem are all included in ecospirituality. Embracing a way of life that honors all living beings on our planet is what ecospirituality involves.

At this point, you’re probably wondering what you can do to integrate ecospirituality into your life. And the answer is simple! Start with a daily gratitude practice, focusing on what you are grateful for in nature every day. This simple exercise will not only positively benefit your outlook on life, but it will also motivate you to take actionable steps in preserving Earth’s many gifts.

Once you have a solid gratitude practice in place, consider spending more time in nature. Studies show that something as simple as taking a mindful walk outdoors can reduce stress and overthinking. And remember to be mindful while participating in nature! The key to ecospirituality is to let our beautiful planet take your breath away. And how can you do that if you don’t stop to smell the roses?

1. What is spirituality?
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2. How does a daily gratitude practice affect people?
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3. Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why.
▷Ecospirituality involves various aspects such as experiencing a sense of connection with the universe and ignoring the risks of creating an imbalance in the ecosystem.
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4. What else can you do in daily life to better connect with nature? (In about 40 words)
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3 . Ryuichi Sakamoto, the Japanese composer who died on March 28, 2023, was a talented musician. For many, his combination of noisy notes and joyous ones made him timeless and avant-garde (前卫的). But for me, Sakamoto was first and foremost a creator of complex emotions.

Before I learned to love Sakamoto, my mother loved him. After her days studying textiles (纺织) at a women’s college in our hometown of Nagoya, Japan, she would come home and play the Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence theme over and over. When she sat at her piano bench, she was trying to mold herself into the most attracting woman that she could be. Still, her childhood desire for a bigger life never died. Years later, when she played it again on that same piano, now transported to our Chicago home, her hands would crash down on Sakamoto’s drumming and upset bridge. It seemed that she buried herself in her younger dream and at the same time got lost in the reality of living away from her home and family. Both the joy of a fulfilled dream and the sorrow of its harsh realities mixed in Sakamoto’s score, pervading (弥漫) our living room.

Following in my mother’s footsteps, I too learned to play Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence. I played it in an open music room at college, where I was quite depressed under the gaze of strangers as well as excited about becoming my own adult. I played Sakamoto again in my then-boyfriend’s grandparents’ sitting room, the piece now reflecting my struggle to see how my Japanese and American self could fit into this white family, even though I was in love.

Sakamoto’s genius for telling the contradictions (矛盾) of existence arises again and again. I’m still playing Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence, now at the electric piano in my living room, as I puzzle through becoming a new mother, frightened and thrilled at the same time. Maybe someday my daughter will play Sakamoto’s music, and it will help her understand her life too.

1. The author loves Sakamoto for_________.

A．his Japanese identity

B．his talent as a composer

C．his way to combine notes

D．his creation of mixed emotions

2. How did the author’s mother feel when she played Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence in Chicago?

A．Contented with her current life.

B．Joyful and sorry at the same time

C．Annoyed with the difficult bridge

D．Lonely and upset away from home.

3. What is this passage mainly about?

A．The life and accomplishments of Ryuichi Sakamoto.

B．The challenges of being a Japanese-American woman.

C．Contradicting emotions aroused by Sakamoto’s music.

D．A mother and daughter’s shared love for playing the piano.

4 . 阅读下面短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写1个恰当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

My favourite thing to do during the summer is to go to Grandpa’s lake cabin(小屋). In the evening after a full day of fishing, Grandpa and I sit on the bank enjoying the scenery. The sun setting behind the mountains     1     (fill) the blue sky with orange and yellow. Colorful sailboats float by us    2     (slow). Suddenly, a fish jumps out of the water, making tiny waves in rings.

5 . 阅读下面短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写1个恰当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

Usually, stress is seen as being bad, but this is not always true. Eustress(积极压力)is the positive term for stress. It     1    (relate) to well-being and positive attitudes. Eustress occurs when the gap between what one has and what one wants is     2    (slight) pushed. Eustress creates a better environment for people, which     3    (make) them perform better and cost less. Therefore, Eustress is necessary     4     achievement.

6 . All living things need clean, fresh water to survive. Ninety-seven percent of the water on Earth is in the ocean. The salt in the ocean water makes it unusable for drinking. Another two percent is frozen in the ice caps and glaciers on the Earth. This leaves one percent of the water on Earth available for us to use.     1     Where you live, the amount of rain that falls, and how water is collected and reserved all affect the amount of cool, clear water available.

One factor that we can’t change is where it will rain. The amount of rain an area receives affects the amount of water available for use. Some major cities are located in areas where they can get water from the ground. Other areas use surface water from lakes, rivers, or streams.     2    

According to a study done by the state of California, the average person uses over one hundred gallons of water per day. Water is used for drinking, taking a shower or bath, brushing teeth, washing hands, cleaning dishes, doing laundry, and flushing toilets. Using water wisely is important.

    3     Today, we have many helpful tools to help us save water. There are low-flow shower heads and faucets(水龙头), dishwashers and washing machines that use up to 50% less water, and toilets that use only one-third of the water that they did a few years ago. Installing these items in your home is the first line of defense against wasting water.

There are many other ways you can help. Don’t leave the water running when you brush your teeth. Take a shower rather than a bath.     4     If you find one, let your parents know. A good way to have cool water available all the time is to keep a pitcher in the fridge. This way you won’ have to wait for the water in the pipes to bring you colder water to drink. Only run your clothes washer and dishwasher when they are full. This can save hundreds of gallons of water a year.

    5     Learning to use it wisely will ensure that it will always be available. So, make a fuss and conserve water. It’s worth it!

A．It’s also important to fix leaky faucets.

B．Water is an important natural resource.

C．All of these will help to conserve water.

D．There are many factors that affect the amount of water available for you.

E．No matter where you live, there are many ways you can help conserve water.

F．Those places with no water readily available must pipe water in from far away.

G．No matter where we live, we must be careful with the water we have in our part of the world.

7 . 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写1个适当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

Du was among the first people to introduce belly dancing into her home city of Shenzhen in Guangdong Province. Over the last few years, this traditional dance     1     (see)its popularity boom in China. It is by pure chance     2     Du first discovered belly dance, whose origins date back to the Ottoman Empire. In 2003, an American friend sent her a DVD of Egyptian dance performances     3     immediately caught her eye. She loves this dance because it allows her     4     (express)the deepest feelings.