1 . ABCmouse
ABCmouse is one of the most well-known learn to read apps for children. With its expert-made curriculum, the program offers endless hours of content for children aged 2 to 8. The interactive app offers thousands of activities to help develop this essential skill, with lessons that expose students to math, arts, and science at age-appropriate levels too. The cost after free trial is around $15 per month. Families who purchase a full year’s subscription can get about 40% off the price.
Homer
Homer provides a personalized learning path for children aged 2 to 8. Children will learn reading, math, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills in a fun and engaging way. Instead of a one-size-fits-most approach, Homer customizes learning plans and allows students to take the lead in deciding what they want to work on. The price point is in line with similar apps at about $5 per month after a free trial, or roughly $60 for a full year or $100 for lifetime access.
Hooked on Phonics
Hooked on Phonics is an exceptional tool for homeschoolers, with a wide range of lessons, games, and fun activities. It is one of the most popular brands for teaching kids to read, and its integrated system makes it an ideal option for homeschooling students. Children are introduced to each new concept through a series of fun activities, videos, and even songs. The system is a little bit pricier than other apps, at about $16 per month after a trial month for roughly $1.
FarFaria
FarFaria invites children to join in on a magical adventure that includes island hopping and the choice between reading the story or having it narrated completely with fun, magical animation. While the free membership offers one story a day, paid subscribers unlock access to unlimited adventures at roughly $8 per month. Readers can either read the books themselves or take advantage of the “read to me” option to have stories read aloud by professional narrators.
1. For an annual subscription to ABCmouse, how much does a family need to pay?| A．$72. | B．$108. | C．$126. | D．$180. |
| A．ABCmouse. | B．Homer. |
| C．Hooked on Phonics. | D．FarFaria. |
| A．Education. | B．Science. |
| C．Culture. | D．Finance. |
2 . J. K. Rowling frequently shows there is magic every day. Her Harry Potter series has helped people through times of stress and depression and she is always there to deliver wise words of encouragement.
She is one celebrity who is very active on Twitter. So when a single dad named Matt Burke sent her a message thanking her for the series, she noticed. Her series had helped strengthen his relationship with his 9yearold daughter Bailey.
He included a link to his article titled Being a Broke Parent. He explained how he hadn’t found a level of financial stability that allowed him to pay bills on time and take his daughter on more activities and events. The family also doesn’t have the Internet or TV, which means there’s no “digital babysitter” and he has to rely on his own creative ways to bond with his daughter. Since he received the series, the main thing that has occupied them these days is reading books together.
Burke admits that he thought he was “too cool” for the books when they first came out and he was in his twenties, but he’s loving reading them now. “We switch off chapter by chapter reading them out loud,” Burke explains. “This not only allows her to get more used to reading aloud in front of someone, but it gets me directly involved in something she loves, and it gives me the chance to be very dramatic when I read my chapters and bring myself into the characters in the book, which has proven to be a ton of fun.”
After hearing Burke’s story, Rowling said how honored she was when Harry Potter was a part of his family’s life and offered Burke more books. Besides, people are also offering to send Burke more books as gifts. For Burke, this experience, far more than gifts, will be what he treasures.
1. What is implied in Burke’s words in paragraph 4?| A．He has found it interesting to read the series. |
| B．He was too old to understand the series better. |
| C．He has chosen a better way of reading the series. |
| D．He hopes to play a role in the drama in the future. |
| A．Useless. | B．Normal. | C．Valuable. | D．Boring. |
| A．J. K. Rowling chooses to help improve kids’ health. |
| B．J. K. Rowling gives a magical gift to a single father. |
| C．J. K. Rowling has a deep influence on others’ growth. |
| D．Burke comes to know J. K. Rowling through her series. |
| A．She guided him how to write a good story. |
| B．She encouraged him when he was in trouble. |
| C．Her books helped him through times of confusion. |
| D．Her books helped him improve his bond with his daughter. |
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2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
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5 . Bookstores are a traveller’s best friend: they provide convenient shelter in bad weather, and they often host readings and other cultural events. Here is a look at the world’s six greatest bookstores.
Adrian Harrington—since 1971. Rare books; rare first editions; leatherbound sets and general antiques. Address: 64A Kensington Church Street, Kensington, London, England, U.K.
Another Country—Kreuzberg, Berlin, Germany. Another Country is an English language secondhand bookshop which is mostly used as a library. They have about 20, 000 books that you can buy or borrow. Some regular events are held at the shop, such as readings, cultural events, social evenings and film nights.
Atlantis Books—Oía, Santorini, Greece. Atlantis Books is an independent bookshop on the island of Santorini, Greece, founded in 2004 by a group of friends from Cyprus, England, and the United States. Throughout the year it has hosted literary festivals, film screenings, book readings, and good oldfashioned dance parties.
Bart’s Books—Ojai, California, U.S.A. “The World’s Greatest Outdoor Bookstore”, a bookstore founded by Richard Bartinsdale in 1964. Shelves of books face the street, and regular customers are asked to drop coins into the door’s coin box to pay for any book they take whenever the store is closed.
10 Corso Como—Milan, Italy. Extensive selection of publication on art, architecture, design, graphics and fashion, along with a strong emphasis on photography. It was founded in 1990 in Milan, Italy, by Carla Sozzani.
The Bookworm—A bookshop, library, bar, restaurant and event space, now with five locations in three cities in China—Beijing, Suzhou and Chengdu. The interconnecting rooms with floortoceiling books on every wall are light and airy in summer, yet warm and comfortable in winter.
1. What can a traveller do in bad weather according to the passage?| A．Attend festivals. | B．Host cultural events. |
| C．Enjoy books in bookstores. | D．Buy rare books at any time. |
| A．In Another Country and 10 Corso Como. | B．In Another Country and Atlantis Books. |
| C．In Atlantis Books and The Bookworm. | D．In Another Country and The Bookworm. |
| A．A group of friends founded it. | B．It has the longest history in the world. |
| C．Literary festivals have been hosted by it. | D．Customers can buy books even after it is closed. |
6 . Four adventurous novels will quickly take you away on an epic journey without leaving your couch.
This Tender Land
by William Kent Krueger
It is about four Creat Depression orphans who flee their harsh school in a canoe down the Mississippi. This is a historical fiction novel that not only captures the time and place of the Great Depression but the characters that lived through it. It is packed with so much heart that you won’t be able to put it down.
Lonesome Dove
by Larry McMurtry
I’ve always been attracted by the idea of the Wild West, and really Lonesome Dove is considered one of the best western novels out there. The book follows Jake Spoon, a former Texas Ranger, who’s on the run from a sheriff (治安官) from Arkansas and would love to be anywhere but Lonesome Dove. Truly this story is about carving out a place for yourself in the world.
Out of Darkness, Shining Light
by Petina Gappah
Based on true events, this novel follows the incredible journey of the men and women who carried Dr. Livingston’s body and all of his work across Africa so that he could be returned to England and all of his research could be preserved. This is a powerful and adventurous story that leads the reader on a winding tale as his loyal followers attempt to get the Scottish doctor home.
The Unlikely Adventures of the Shergill Sisters
by Balli Kaur Jaswal
This family drama truly feels like an adventure as you flip through its pages. At the last request of their dying mother, three estranged (疏远的) British born Punjabi sisters are forced to take a pilgrim’s tour (朝圣之旅) to Amritsar together. This is a powerful and evocative (唤起感情的) travel story from the perspective of three very different women. Together they learn about themselves, about their mother and their lives.
1. Who wrote a historical fiction novel?| A．William Kent Krueger. | B．Larry McMurtry. |
| C．Petina Gappah. | D．Balli Kaur Jaswal. |
| A．This Tender Land |
| B．Lonesome Dove |
| C．Out of Darkness, Shining Light |
| D．The Unlikely Adventures of the Shergill Sisters |
| A．Because they learn about themselves. |
| B．Because their mother likes travelling. |
| C．Because they are very fond of travelling. |
| D．Because their dying mother asks them to do so. |
1. Who is the speaker?
| A．A social psychologist. | B．A TV host. | C．A publisher |
| A．Introducing a speaker. |
| B．Conducting a class |
| C．Recommending a book. |
| A．Tips for escaping unhappiness. |
| B．Benefits of painful experiences. |
| C．Ways to develop reading ability. |
| A．Discuss his plans. | B．Share his stories. | C．Explain his views. |
1.阅读中文名著的益处；
2.给出具体建议。
参考词汇：Chinese classics 中文名著
注意:1.词数80左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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9 . Book clubs are a great way to meet people who share a common love for reading.
Some book clubs are mainly meant to be fun and relaxed. Members would talk about the story and feelings about the story, but it wouldn’t be a problem if the conversation got carried away from the book. Other book clubs are more serious and highly academic. They would be more focused on meaning, plot, and character.
Choose a location for your club.
Book clubs are typically held at meeting points, like homes, bookstores, or the local library. The meetings can change location sometimes.
Go for an online club if you don’t have a location to meet.
If a physical meeting point isn’t an option, you might also have an online book club.
Find a core group of people with a passion for reading.
They could be friends, family, or people you know through various activities, but they should all love to read. Also, make sure that this group of members can commit to meetings on a regular basis. If you plan to have your book club at a physical location, invite people who live close to you. You can invite anyone to an online book club,
| A．if they are keen on reading |
| B．They take some efforts to organize |
| C．Choose the types of books to read and discuss |
| D．Decide how academic or social your book club will be |
| E．But it is usually easier to keep them at one or a few regular places |
| F．as long as the people who want to join have reliable Internet access |
| G．You can discuss books on a chat room, social media apps, or group video chats |
注意：
1. 写作词数为80词左右；
2. 说明读书的好处（至少两点）。
Dear students,
As the World Reading Day approaches,
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