1 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小 题。
1. What do we know about Shen Xue and Zhao Hongbo?

A．They didn’t attend the Championships.

B．They won the Championships this time.

C．They lost the Championships last time.

2. Where did the World Figure Skating Championships take place?

A．In China.

B．In Russia.

C．In France.

3. How did the woman get the ticket?

A．She bought it ahead of time.

B．Her brother got it online.

C．She got it from a friend.

4. How does the man feel in the end?

A．Regretful.

B．Excited.

C．Thankful.

2 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Who is Anna?

A．An operator.

B．An assistant.

C．A rider.

2. What is the speaker mainly talking about?

A．What a ride operator should do.

B．How the riders should take a picture on the ride.

C．What rules they are for the ride.

3. What happened earlier today to a rider?

A．He was hit by a coin.

B．He lost his phone on the ride.

C．He was removed from the park for spitting.

4. What will the audience do next?

A．Board the car.

B．Ask Anna some questions.

C．Get some food and drinks.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why is Li Hua invited to attend the program?

A．To give a talent show.

B．To introduce some new friends to him.

C．To share something about school life.

2. How often does Li Hua exercise?

A．Four times a week.

B．Five times a week.

C．Six times a week.

3. What does Li Hua think is the most direct way to learn English?

A．Listening to music.

B．Watching cartoons.

C．Reading newspapers.

4 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What does Patrick think of the match?

A．Just so-so.

B．Fantastic.

C．Disappointing.

2. What has Jenny been doing recently?

A．Watching live concerts.

B．Preparing for her exams.

C．Taking science classes.

3. Where will the speakers probably go next?

A．To a college.

B．To a stadium.

C．To a cafe.

5 . The “script murder” game is not only popular in China, but the genre is loved by many people around the world. A cast of actors plays the suspects, and the participants solve the case. In fact, murder-inspired board games, card games, interactive books and party games have been around at least since the so-called golden age of British crime fiction in the 1920s and 1930s, which saw the rise of legendary authors like Agatha Christie.

Sam Emmerson, creative director of Moonstone Murder Mysteries in London, a company that creates and runs immersive mysteries, says people like the puzzle aspect of it, and the improvised exchanges with the actors: “It’s the reputation that murder mysteries have built up these days, as being a fun thing to go to.” After all, real-life violent crime is every person’s worst nightmare. “If it was a real-life situation, and someone’s been murdered, that’s not a fun subject. You’re in this sort of alternate reality where we’re very casually solving the death of a human being.”

The enduring popularity of these games presents a mystery of its own: What motivates ordinary, law-abiding people to spend an evening investigating fake bloodshed, and hunting pretend murderers? One simple explanation might be curiosity. But that is not the full story. Instead, murder games follow a surprisingly complex set of psychological rules. They allow us to learn and practice important mental and emotional skills, and can even teach us not to overlook important evidence.

“The basic idea is that we are using them as a way to simulate threatening plots, and then play around with how we would respond to that,” Coltan Scrivner, a behavioral scientist says. The response could be behavioral, or even just emotional, in terms of handling the fear. He calls such games “scary play”, and compares them to play-fighting among animals, which prepares them for real-life fighting, but also hunting or tracking down the target.

1. According to the passage, what do we know about Agatha Christie?

A．She is an excellent writer who writes out of passion.

B．She is an outstanding writer who is known for her detective novels.

C．She is a legendary writer who has invented the “script murder” game.

D．She is a famous writer who makes international headlines with her science fiction.

2. Sam Emmerson’s Moonstone Murder Mysteries enables people to_______.

A．experience immersive mysteries in a fictional world

B．change real-life violent crime into a fun thing to go to

C．create and solve immersive mysteries in a virtual reality

D．defend the reputation that murder mysteries have built up these days

3. What else attracts people who participate in the “script murder” games besides curiosity?

A．Following complicated psychological rules.

B．Experiencing dramatically threatening plots.

C．Accumulating major information in real-life fighting and hunting.

D．Gaining important mental and emotional skills as well as wisdom.

4. What’s the author’s attitude towards the “script murder” game?

A．Negative.	B．Cautious.
C．Positive.	D．Objective.

6 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What can’t the speakers agree on?

A．When to watch TV.

B．What they are going to do.

C．What program they are going to watch on TV.

2. Why does the man want to watch the football game?

A．The game is the most important of the season.

B．He wants to see his favorite players.

C．The game is over today.

3. What will the speakers do at last?

A．Watch the game together.

B．Go to the cinema together.

C．Do different things separately.

7 . 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.

8 . Every summer, for the last 32 years, the Sierra Storytelling Festival has gathered people together to hear the nation's top tellers share the great range of human experience through artfully told stories. This year's tellers include one Grammy-nominated (格莱美提名的)artist, a local favorite and more.

Grammy-nominated and internationally known storyteller, Diane Ferlatte, fondly remembers her childhood years of sitting on the passage of her grandparents' home in New Orleans, attracted by the oral stories of family generations past. She views storytelling as a traditional art form that can promote literacy, imagination and values in the young. While telling African American stories, she loves to tell stories that hold truths touching upon our common humanity(人性)，including personal and historical stories.

As a storyteller and early childhood educator, Muriel Johnson has shared traditional folktales and personal stories with thousands of children and adults across the United States, per-forming at schools, museums, libraries and festivals. Her voice, movements, expressions and loving spirit will resonate(共鸣)with anyone listening.

Johnny Moses is one of the most popular storytellers in North America. With beauty, wisdom and humor, he shares both traditional and contemporary stories in a wide variety of settings, including festivals, libraries, schools and private gatherings. His songs and stories make all children happy, whether wide-eyed preschoolers or tired high school students.

In addition to performances by these tellers, the Sierra Storytelling Festival has several special events including a Storytelling Workshop with Judith Black on Friday afternoon, the hugely popular Story Slam on Saturday afternoon. Gather your friends and family, pack a picnic and blanket and settle into a weekend. Magic and wonder fill the air, and the art of story is alive.

1. Which storyteller's childhood is mentioned in the text?

A．Judith Black.

B．Johnny Moses.

C．Diane Ferlatte.

D．Muriel Johnson.

2. Which of the following can best describe Johnny Moses?

A．Humorous and wise.	B．Humorous and kind.
C．Beautiful and sweet.	D．Honest and strong.

3. What do we know about the storytellers?

A．Muriel Johnson fails to connect with anyone listening.

B．Diane Ferlatte considers storytelling as a business form.

C．Johnny Moses is the most popular storyteller in America.

D．Diane Ferlatte and Muriel Johnson both share personal stories.

4. What can people do on the Sierra Storytelling Festival?

A．See art works.	B．Camp with families.
C．Study how to tell stories.	D．Experience different cultures.

5. What’s the main purpose of the text?

A．To introduce literacy and art.

B．To introduce storytelling events.

C．To introduce famous storytellers.

D．To introduce the Sierra Storytelling Festival.

9 . Amusement Parks in North America

Disneyland Park

Location: Disneyland Resort, Anaheim, California, USA

The first theme park built in the Anaheim Disneyland Resort, the Disneyland Park was opened in 1955. This Californian park brings us eight different lands of adventure and fun. This is the right place to meet Disney princes, princesses, and go on themed adventure rides.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Location: Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista, Florida, USA

Disney’s Hollywood Studios is where the magic of movies comes together with exciting rides and entertainment. The theme park opened up in May 1989. The park is divided into six zones, of which Pixar Place, and Animation Courtyard are favorites.

Universal Studios Florida

Location: Universal Orlando Resort, Orlando, Florida, USA

Based on some of the best-loved movies, this fun and adventure theme park by Universal Studios opened up to the public in June 1990. The greatest attraction of this park is “the Wizarding World of Harry Potter”, which is a favorite with both kids and adults. It is also well-known for its yearly celebrations and Hollywood theme rides.

Islands of Adventure

Location: Universal Orlando Resort, Orlando, Florida, USA

The Islands of Adventure opened up in May 1999. This theme park is divided into seven different themes. Marvel Super Hero Island, Jurassic Park, and Seuss Landing are among the most popular islands of the park. Apart from the exciting rides, the restaurants here are also themed on myths and legends.

1. Which park will you choose if you are a fan of Harry Potter?

A．Disneyland Park.	B．Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
C．Universal Studios Florida.	D．Islands of Adventure.

2. What can you do in Islands of Adventure?

A．Watch Hollywood movies.	B．Join in yearly celebrations.
C．Meet different Disney characters.	D．Enjoy food in theme restaurants.

3. What do the four parks have in common?

A．They are located in Florida.	B．They offer some exciting rides.
C．They are designed for children.	D．They opened in the same year.

10 . Streaming Music

Nowadays, many music fans listen to songs not from records or CDS but directly on the Internet. This is called streaming, and it allows people to listen to what seems like an infinite variety of songs.     1    

The largest music-streaming website, Spotify, began in Sweden in 2008. It spread to other countries as major music labels(唱片公司)agreed to let Spotify users stream their songs. In return, Spotify gives the labels some of its profits.

    2     They can search for songs by artist or title. They can play entire albums, create playlists or listen to playlists from other users.

Many streaming services allow people to sign up for free accounts.     3     For example, you might not be able to choose every song you listen to. Or you can only skip a certain number of songs per hour. And the listening experience will likely be interrupted by advertisements.     4    

There are some disadvantages to music-streaming services. For one thing, people are only renting music, not buying it. This means if they stop their subscription to the service, they lose access to the music.     5     If users want to support their favorite artist financially, they’re better off just buying an album. On the other hand, streaming makes it easier to discover new music and enjoy a wide variety of songs.

Streaming is convenient and inexpensive, and it offers a huge selection of songs to listen to. It is likely to grow more popular and may even develop new services for users to enjoy.

A．But how exactly does it work?

B．So why do people choose the Internet?

C．You can explore what you can get for free.

D．However, free accounts are usually limited in some way.

E．Also, artists generally don’t earn much money from streaming services.

F．Spotify users have a variety of ways to choose what songs they listen to.

G．To avoid these issues and gain new features, users can pay for a subscription.