1 . Gutiérrez’s life would never be the same again. He found a (n) _________ book in the trash while driving his garbage truck through wealthier neighborhoods, which stimulated his _________ to rescue books from the trash. Afterwards, he _________ his book collection into a community library for children from _________ families.

Because libraries tend to be distant from poorer communities, the _________ of buying new books is nonexistent for families _________ to make ends meet. However, Gutiérrez’s community library becomes a true representation of how one man’s trash can be another’s treasure.

Today, his community library _________ most of his home. Everything from school textbooks to storybooks can be _________ in a collection of over 20,000 books! The library is open every weekend, when children are allowed to come in to _________ the book collection.

Apart from school-going children __________ the benefits of the library, adults are also welcome to   __________ their horizons to build a better life for themselves. Despite his great contributions to community, Gutiérrez is not yet __________ with this result. He continues to search through __________ for reading material and has even travelled to book fairs in Mexico to share his experiences in building a library from unwanted books.

Gutiérrez’s journey to give back to his local community is an amazing example of how every one of us can __________ improve the lives of those around us by __________ needs, investing time and finding a simple solution.

1.

A．abandoned

B．purchased

C．adopted

D．borrowed

2.

A．curiosity

B．investment

C．desire

D．creativity

3.

A．put

B．turned

C．introduced

D．shaped

4.

A．fine-manner

B．single-parent

C．low-income

D．high-stress

5.

A．duty

B．tradition

C．value

D．option

6.

A．asking

B．struggling

C．managing

D．preparing

7.

A．occupies

B．influences

C．enlarges

D．represents

8.

A．found

B．displayed

C．bought

D．admired

9.

A．pick up

B．sort out

C．search for

D．look through

10.

A．wanting

B．discovering

C．harvesting

D．understanding

11.

A．expect

B．explore

C．expose

D．expand

12.

A．familiar

B．content

C．consistent

D．angry

13.

A．stores

B．garbage

C．families

D．baggage

14.

A．simply

B．frequently

C．effectively

D．rarely

15.

A．identifying

B．satisfying

C．improving

D．supporting

3 . While there are many books available that explore resilience (韧性), the following are our favorites based on their contribution to our theoretical understanding and practical application of the concept.

Developing Resilience: A Cognitive-Behavioral Approach—Michael Neenan

Michael Neenan uses a cognitive-behavioral(认知行为) approach to increase resilience in clients. In his insightful book, Neenan explores what we mean when we talk about resilience and discusses why one person can overcome multiple challenges and crises at the same time while another failed.

Resilience: The Science of Mastering Life’s Greatest Challenges—Steven Southwick, Dennis Charney, and Jonathan DePierro

Now in its third edition, this in-depth and valuable book will become a fundamental resilience resource to be revisited repeatedly. Steven Southwick, Dennis Charney, and Jonathan DePierro offer deep insight into resilience as a complex product of genetic, biological social, and psychological factors.

Resilience: A Practical Guide for Coaches—Carole Pemberton

While this is a relatively short book at less than 200 pages, resilience coach Carole Pemberton packs a great deal of practical and helpful information in it on how to coach clients to overcome difficulties and achieve their potential.

The Resilience Club: Daily Success Habits of Long-Term High Performers —Angela Armstrong

As a strategic leadership partner, Angela Armstrong supports leaders in delivering sustainable high performance using a series of resilience habits. She believes that with the right tools and mindset, we can deal with life’s challenges and say yes to the exciting opportunities that present themselves. Her goal is for clients to develop a balanced set of resilience habits that support managing and handling both challenges and opportunities as they arise.

1. Of the four books, which book is worth rereading?

A．Developing Resilience: A Cognitive-Behavioral Approach

B．Resilience: The Science of Mastering Life’s Greatest Challenges

C．Resilience: A Practical Guide for Coaches

D．The Resilience Club: Daily Success Habits of Long-Term High Performers

2. What made Angela Armstrong’s book stand out?

A．Focusing on building resilience through daily habits.

B．Analyzing the possible reasons for potential failure.

C．Updating relevant information of biological factors.

D．Offering valuable suggestions on addressing pressure.

3. What do the four books have in common?

A．They have three coauthors.	B．They are based on examples.
C．They share the same theme.	D．They adopt common methods.

4 . On a recent visit to her family home in Atlanta, Stella came across some papers from her tenth- grade English class. Looking at her essays and the notes, Stella was struck by how the work she did in that class informed her work now as an editor. Her teacher, Mr. Newman, always encouraged his students to dig deeper. Stella learned that the best way to understand literature is by asking, “What is this work trying to accomplish?” Now, when she sits down to edit a manuscript (手稿) that’s one of two guiding questions Stella asks herself, followed by, “How can I help the author fully realize that vision?”

Those questions were at the top of Stella’s mind when Freewater by Amina landed on her desk. As Stella made editorial suggestions, she was mindful of the balancing act involved in writing about a topic as painful as slavery and doing so through the eyes of a child. Stella kept a kid reader in mind-someone who might have learned only a part of this history. Stella and Amina went back and forth in phone calls, e-mails, editorial letters, and notes directly in the manuscript, until they agreed that Freewater was exactly where it needed to be.

The novel hit bookshelves on February 1, 2022, and nearly a year later was awarded the John Newbery Medal. Amina became only the third Black woman to be awarded that medal in the award’s one-hundred-and-one-year history, and Stella became the first Black editor to edit a Newbery-winning book.

Stella’s strategic approach to editing, personal warmth, and keen editorial insight have won her universal admiration from authors and colleagues, who also enjoy her sense of humor and infectious laugh. She is a powerful advocate for all the authors in her orbit, which recently came to include her mother, Wanda M. Morris, whose novel All Her Little Secrets has been widely acclaimed and even optioned for TV.

1. What’s Stella’s tenth-grade English teacher like?

A．Humorous.

B．Determined.

C．Inspiring.

D．Cautious.

2. What’s Stella’s major concern as an editor?

A．The novelty of the manuscript.

B．The writer’s purpose of writing.

C．The writer’s understanding of literature.

D．The practical significance of the work.

3. What’s paragraph 2 mainly about?

A．Why Amina created Freewater.	B．Who Freewater is intended for.
C．What message Freewater conveys.	D．How Stella helped improve Freewater.

4. What does the underlined word “acclaimed” mean in paragraph 4?

A．Applied.

B．Adapted.

C．Praised.

D．Shared.

5 . Independent Bookstores in New York

Forbidden Planet

Located on 832 Broadway in Union Square, Forbidden Planet is one of the world’s largest comic book, graphic novel and collectible retailers (零售商). Located next to The Strand, it is known to be a treasure spot for comic and science fiction lovers. Forbidden Planet has been around since 1981, and readers can not only visit the store but also order items from its official website for delivery.

Bluestockings Cooperative

Named after The Blue Stockings Society, a mid-18th century English political movement and literary discussion group to promote literature written by and for women, this volunteer-powered bookstore encourages community dialogue about social issues while also offering visitors access to a fair trade cafe. Through a series of monthly workshops, performances, and readings, Bluestocking aims to create a safe place for discussing topics such as gender studies, political theory and the environment.

Chartwell Booksellers

Named after Winston Churchill’s home in England’s Kent countryside, Chartwell Booksellers is the only Winston Churchill-themed bookstore in the world. With original transcripts of his speeches, biographies, rare books, paintings, and Churchill’s signed texts, this bookshop, located at 55 East 52nd Street in Midtown, is devoted to this former British statesman, army officer, and writer.

Albertine Books

Albertine prides itself on being the only bookstore in New York featuring exclusively French and English books, over 14, 000 of them. The bookstore is partnered with the Cultural Services of the French Embassy, proving that literature can create friendship beyond borders and foster a better world for all. The shop often hosts discussions and events, bringing the world of literature closer to the world of global history and government.

1. What can customers do at Bluestockings Cooperative?

A．Enjoy free food in the cafe.	B．Become a community volunteer.
C．Participate in various discussions.	D．See the largest comic book collection.

2. What is special about Chartwell Booksellers?

A．It’s a themed bookstore.	B．It has the most book types.
C．It’s named after a famous man.	D．It partners with other organizations.

3. Which bookstore is the best choice for a French learner?

A．Forbidden Planet.	B．Bluestockings Cooperative.
C．Chartwell Booksellers.	D．Albertine Books.

6 . Four Best Books for Teens

The How-To Cookbook for Teens

Price: $19

Cooking is a useful life skill and tons of fun for teens. This beginner-friendly book written by Julee Morrison is packed with 100 simple recipes in an easy-to-follow format that uses everyday, affordable ingredients. Parents love this book because it motivates teens to cook and is well-suited for them to cook all by themselves.

The Outsiders

Price: $13

The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton is about two weeks in the life of a 14-year-old boy. The novel tells the story of Ponyboy Curtis and his struggles with right and wrong in a society in which he believes that he is an outsider.

52 Modern Manners for Today’s Teens

Price: $23

52 Modern Manners for Today’s Teens is more than a book—it’s a 52-week calendar that provides teens (and their parents and caregivers) with crucial tips on living in today’s society. Author Brooke Romney tackles topics like Internet privacy, friendship, respecting people’s homes, helping others, and knowing yourself.

Hey, Kiddo

Price: $15

Fans of author Jarrett J. Krosoczka will know him for his Lunch Lady and Jedi Academy books. This graphic (漫画的) novel goes into the author’s childhood as he struggles with a family facing addiction and finds art to help him survive. New and long-time fans of graphic novels will appreciate the depth of this impactful story.

1. Which book will you buy if you are interested in cooking?

A．Hey, Kiddo.	B．The Outsiders.
C．The How-To Cookbook for Teens.	D．52 Modern Manners for Today’s Teens.

2. Who wrote The Outsiders?

A．S. E. Hinton.	B．Julee Morrison.
C．Brooke Romney.	D．Jarrett J. Krosoczka.

3. How much should you pay if you want to buy three copies of Hey, Kiddo?

A．$39.

B．$45.

C．$57.

D．$69.

7 . 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词) 或括号内单词的正确形式。

China has a long history of more than 5000 years. In the vastness of history, Chinese traditional culture constantly shows     1     (it) unique charm and is deeply loved and appreciated by people around the world. Among the ancient Chinese literature, the Four Great Classical Novels, also referred to as the four greatest and most     2     (influence) novels written in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, stand out.

    3     the four novels have in common is that they were written in the vernacular (白话文) of their times,     4     most ancient literature that was written in the classical style of writing. Most Chinese are familiar with the figures, plots and scenes in the four novels. They have     5    (dramatic) affected the mentality, ideas and values of Chinese people. They were widely read by people and contained philosophical ideas, history and viewpoints about human society that     6     (define) part of the worldviews of the scholar and the     7     (political), which had     8     significant effect on the development of Chinese societies in past eras.

Nowadays, they have already been adapted into movies or TV series,     9     (favor) by lots of audiences. Being high in artistic standard, the Four Great Classical Novels are precious heritage of Chinese nation and     10     (strike) works in the history of Chinese literature.

8 . Middle school. For teens and their parents. the two words can arouse anxiety, fear and even horror. Kids are, all of a sudden, really growing up. Their bodies are changing: they’re dropping some of their childhood interests and trying on new ones. Friendships form and are torn apart. Academic expectations grow bigger.   

But some books-like the novel Curlfriends: New in Town, written and drawn by Sharee Miller-remind us of the many possibilities and excitements that present themselves within those challenging years.   

The book follows 12-year-old Charlie Harper, beginning her first day of middle school. This is no small change, and in order ta cope. Charlie promises to “completely reinvent” herself. She is tired of letting other people label her and is ready to take control of her own story. What follows is a series of meetings, first with Nola. She introduces Charlie to her lunchtime crew. The girls come together around shared particulars of their lives-homework. girlhood and fashion -even if their differences in tastes and personalities create cracks of uncertainty from time to time.

Curlfriends is a delightful book packed with sunny illustrations. It also cuts into the heart of the challenging tensions that are part of this intermediate stage of life. Young teens want to be known and seen by others, but they are also coming to terms with who they are. It can be tricky, for example, to distinguish between the passions and pastimes that your parents picked for you and those you actively care to pursue. It can be difficult to figure out what you like and what you are like.

Curlfriends is also a book about finding one’s passions, responsibilities and independence despite changing situations. It is as much about expressions of self-respect as it is about showing care for others. The one constant in Charlie’s life is her love of drawing. and it’s through art that she figures out how to mark her place in middle school. It’s not all under her control, but, as with good art, sometimes mistakes along the way end up making for the most amazing details.

1. What is the central theme explored in Curlfriends: New in Town?

A．The challenges of studies during the teenage years.

B．The difficulty of making new friends in middle school.

C．The transformations and opportunities in growing up.

D．The impact of parental expectations on teenagers.

2. What does Charlie plan to do in middle school?

A．Listen to others more carefully.	B．Follow her heart and passions.
C．Live up to her parents’ expectations.	D．Be more confident and outgoing.

3. What is the tone of the book Curlfriends: New in Town?

A．Serious and formal.	B．Light-hearted and inspiring.
C．Humorous and carefree.	D．Cold and indifferent.

4. What can be the best title of the text?

A．Finding Her Place	B．Maintaining Friendships.
C．Changing with Times.	D．Seeking the Passions.

9 . I am 49 now. Reader’s Digest has been a(n) _______ part of my family since even before I was born. My father, a planter who _______ a tea estate in Sri Lanka, has _______ Reader’s Digest since the late 1950s. And then he naturally changed from a tea merchant to a writer for it.

In an era with no television or the Internet, the evenings were spent _______ the magazine. By the time I became literate, there was a cupboard full of Reader’s Digest _______ by me, which my father bought for me. With its _______, my knowledge was gathered too. At first, it was the real stories that were most _______ for me, where I learned some life lessons.

I read through them all over my school holidays. One thing I learned from Reader’s Digest is how to reverse (倒车) a car, which still benefits me today. I _______ reading a small piece of news about the tips on _______ a car up to a space in a short time, and to date, I can make it with the ________ effort and the most relaxed mind than most people.

I’ve ________ had to spend much time getting trained how to reverse a car fast. Every time I need to do it in one ________ step, I thought of the textual ________ and the vivid diagram from the Reader’s Digest. Who would have thought Reader’s Digest could be a “________”? I hope that the next generations will continue to enjoy reading and gain something ________   like me.

1.

A．essential

B．awkward

C．challenging

D．legal

2.

A．left

B．ran

C．spotted

D．visited

3.

A．given away

B．set aside

C．subscribed to

D．stored up

4.

A．copying

B．booking

C．reading

D．printing

5.

A．collected

B．designed

C．assessed

D．purchased

6.

A．publication

B．transformation

C．increase

D．display

7.

A．difficult

B．instructive

C．tiresome

D．traditional

8.

A．admit

B．postpone

C．propose

D．remember

9.

A．backing

B．picking

C．giving

D．counting

10.

A．latest

B．slightest

C．biggest

D．craziest

11.

A．never

B．indeed

C．occasionally

D．usually

12.

A．close

B．false

C．frequent

D．quick

13.

A．errors

B．requirements

C．limitation

D．explanation

14.

A．merchant

B．loss

C．coach

D．barrier

15.

A．fashionable

B．practical

C．previous

D．financial

10 . Crime fiction books have been popular with readers for many decades-so popular, in fact, that at a recent London Book Fair sales of the genre (类型) overtook general fiction for the first time ever, a development that had been widely anticipated. Commercial success, of course, does not impress everyone and there are those who believe crime fiction should not be held in such high regard. Well-known in this group is Sebastian Franklin, who has argued that most crime fiction books look more like crossword puzzles than literature. However, increasingly this is a minority opinion as crime fiction is becoming recognized as a rich and dynamic literary genre in around the world.

Crime writing really came to the public’s notice in the 1920s and 1930s with the books of the British author Agatha Christie. Christie was a productive writer, publishing more than 60 detective novels over a 50-year period, beginning in 1920.

Without a doubt, there are certain elements that tend to be repeated in Christie’s books. The stories generally focus on a well-off circle of people, whose peaceful lives are thrown into chaos by an unexplained crime. The location is often a restricted space of some sort: a train, an island, a boat, or a village. This is quite different, for example, to the world of the fictional detective Sherlock Holmes, who often has the entire city of London as his hunting ground.

The books are also action-packed just like today’s most popular thrillers (惊悚小说). Christie mastered the art of the page-turner: events unfold so quickly and unpredictably that we keep reading to find out what happens next. The most significant consequence is that it is so simple to overlook vital clues.

It is worth reading a Christie book a second time just to notice how carefully she hides crucial information about the criminal’s identity.

A survey of contemporary crime writing shows that Agatha Christie’s legacy (遗产) is more important now than at any time previously, at the very point when crime writing has become the most popular of all book genres.

1. What does Sebastian Franklin think of crime fiction books?

A．They are overrated.	B．They are a rich literary genre.
C．Their readers are a minority group.	D．Their commercial success is impressive.

2. What does the author intend to do in paragraph 3?

A．Contrast Christie’s different techniques.	B．Reveal a weakness of Christie’s writing style.
C．List some features of a typical Christie story.	D．Identify a famous writer important to Christie.

3. Which words will the author use to describe Christie’s books?

A．Lengthy but understandable.	B．Attractive and exciting.
C．Simple and loosely-organized.	D．Quickly-written but popular.

4. What can be a suitable title for the text?

A．The Influence of Crime Writer Agatha Christie	B．The Surprising Rise of Crime Fiction Books
C．Agatha Christie Enjoys Growing Wealth and Fame	D．Crime Writers Sharpen Their Writing Skills