1 . 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。

With the popularity of cycling, many cities have combined their tourism characteristics to launch themed routes. From indoor exhibitions     1     outdoor concerts and night cycling along the South Central Axis (轴), a series of activities     2     (introduce) next month so that urban residents can enjoy themselves. An official of the China Tourism Academy said, “As mass tourism grows in popularity, only high-quality outdoor tourism products can attract visitors and the integration of micro-vacation products with outdoor sports products     3     (have) a broad space for development.”

2 . Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.

A. objects       B. cease       C. removed       D. substitutions       E. justified F. engaging       G. responsible       H. present       I. companions       J. employ K. exposing

Smart Toys that Spy on Kids

Americans are becoming more and more alert of the ways their personal information is being collected on the Internet. A recent national survey found that 72% of respondents are not sure whether Facebook is using the data it collected on them in a(n)       1     way. And 70% of respondents said they believed their smartphones are being monitored in ways they haven’t agreed to. That doubt is     2    . Concerns about personal privacy are on the rise all the time.

But adult gift-givers may not realize that some children’s toys are collecting personal data, too. Toys with cameras, mobile apps, and requirements to set up online accounts that store data about the toy and its user all     3     privacy concerns.

Toys that     4     Bluetooth connections, for example, could be sensitive to being hacked from outside the home, perhaps     5     the child to inappropriate content or gathering sensitive info. The famous car race Mario Kart Live Home Circuit installs a camera that uploads images of the room in order to create virtual racetrack. But these images of the room’s layout(布局) and the     6     in it could be exposed if the game’s website were ever hacked.

Most toy manufacturers are trying to build in protections. And the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act provides another layer of defense by requiring parents to be involved in setting up the toy and giving adults the right to have their children’s online data     7    .

The worldwide market for smart toys is expected to reach almost $70 billion in the next five years. These toys can be wonderfully     8     and even educational, such as an interactive globe that speaks to children about a country as they touch it on the map. Action figures, robots, or dolls that talk back and hold conversations can become smart     9    . Yet, in an environment where so much information can be collected through interaction with devices, children     10     to be mere “players” or “consumers”. They become “data subjects” that disclose information or “personal data” about themselves, both consciously and unconsciously.

3 . July is National Ice Cream Month. This means it is your civil duty to consume a spoon or two of the delicious treat daily. In 1984 the former US president Ronald Reagan designated July 17 as National Ice Cream Day in honor of the nutritious food. Here are some ice cream anecdotes (轶事) to keep you entertained while enjoying the creamy dessert.

Origin of ice cream

The first records of milk-based ice cream, made using heated milk, flour, and camphor (樟脑), come from China’s Tang dynasty (618-907 AD). But the Arabs are credited with inventing the delicious treat, using milk, sugar as ingredients in the 9th century. By the 10th century, the modern-day recipe with milk, cream and dried fruits was widely available in West Asian countries.

The frozen treat did not arrive in the US until 1744 when Maryland Governor Thomas Bladen served strawberry ice cream to guests. Now, Americans are the world’s largest consumers of ice cream, eating an average of 48 pints (品脱) per person every year.

Ice-cream related Guinness World Records

The frozen dessert’s popularity makes it a favorite for setting new Guinness World Records. The latest one was set in 2021 by the Ice Cream Lab pop-up at the Yas Mall in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The temporary retail shop offered ice cream lovers 1,001 flavor options — setting a new world record for the most flavors offered.

Ice cream choice reveals personality traits

Most people believe their choice of ice cream flavor is due to taste preferences. But Dr. Alan Hirsch, founder of the Smell & Taste Treatment and Research Foundation, maintains it reflects the individual’s personality.

Vanilla ice cream fans are risk-takers who are great at relationships. Love chocolate ice cream? Then you are lively, charming, and slightly dramatic. Mint chocolate ice cream fans can be ambitious and argumentative. Surprisingly, those who enjoy the multi-colored rainbow sherbet (果汁冰糕) are labeled pessimists, while rocky road ice cream lovers are believed to be engaging speakers and even better listeners.

1. How many stages did ice cream experience before it arrived in the US?

A．2.

B．3.

C．4.

D．5.

2. Which ice cream is the favorite of adventure lovers?

A．Vanilla ice cream.

B．Chocolate ice cream.

C．Rainbow sherbet ice cream.

D．Rocky road ice cream.

3. What is the subject of the text?

A．Fun tradition.

B．Cultural heritage.

C．Nutrition and health.

D．Celebrity anecdotes.

4 .     1    

The best things in life are free. At least, creativity is free. Do you really want to spend $20 on popcorn and movie tickets when you can do much better things? Find out what other things you can do when your financial situation is not so good.

    2     Just have a look at the fashionable things. Window shopping can be an enjoyable way to relax.

Go for a bus adventure. Take the bus or subway. Plan a full-day trip with friends, get to your destination using cheap transportation, and you could discover all sorts of new places.

    3     Most museums have free days and give students discounts, so check out their websites before heading over.

Go for a picnic. There’s nothing like a picnic in a park with friends. Bring a huge blanket, homemade sandwiches/snacks, a ball, and have a good time under a nice, shady trees.

Host a movie night. Watching movies on DVD is a lot cheaper than going to the cinema. Invite some friends over.     4    .

Take a free class. Most yoga, dance, and art studios offer free trial classes or host walk-in days, so grab your friends and go try something new.

    5     Have all of your friends collect their old stuff, choose a proper place, and make some money selling the things. You’ll have a lot of fun, and in the end; each of you will have a little money to put into your pockets.

A．Visit the museum.

B．Go window shopping.

C．Have an old stuff sale.

D．Host huge get-togethers.

E．Search often on the websites.

F．Hang out without emptying out your wallet.

G．Pop some corn, and watch movies till you fall asleep.

5 . 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.

6 . The largest and most popular Environmental Education programs are the Summer Nature Camps. The Summer Nature Camps provide children aged 5 — 13 with a full day nature experience. Our small groups allow campers to take daily field trips to the parks and sanctuaries (鸟兽保护区) of Brookline.

Camp	Age	Date	Fee
Little Acorns	5 — 6 yrs	7/6—7/16	$585
Sprouts	7 — 8 yrs	7/19—7/30	$650.
Junior Rangers	9 — 10 yrs	8/2—8/13	$680
Adventurers	11 — 13 yrs	8/16—8/20	$350

Little Acorns (8:30 AM — 3:00 PM)

As a little acorn, your young nature lover will have the opportunity to visit and explore Brookline's parks and sanctuaries in this unique camp. We will focus on local wildlife and plants, discovering the mysteries of the natural world through interactive lessons, stories, games, ars&crafls , hands-on exploration and nature walks.

Sprouts (8: 30 AM — 3:00 PM)

This older group of naturalists will explore Brookline, focusing on the naive plant life and varied habitats found in our natural areas. Campers will join in the harvesting of our community garden. Each day will feature a different theme and new location for campers to enjoy.

Junior Rangers (8: 30 AM — 3: 00 PM)

Campers at this unique camp will experience nature based learning in the outdoors as they work towards earning a Junior Ranger medal. While visiting Brookline's parks and sanctuaries, campers will explore the outdoors with themes and activities including: fishing, team-building, orienteering, conservation and more!

Adventurers (8:30 AM — 3: 00 PM)

Our oldest group of naturalists will expand their knowledge and skill set as they experience nature through adventure! Daily local field trips will strengthen our themes of outdoor skills, team- building, fishing, and more. Our week together will end in a local overnight camping trip! This program emphasizes hands-on, filed-based, experiential learning and aims to develop the learn spirit.

1. How much will a camper of the youngest group pay?

A．$585.

B．$650.

C．$680.

D．$350.

2. When does the medal awarding camp begin?

A．July 6th.

B．July 19th.

C．August 2nd.

D．August 16th.

3. Which camp will arrange for campers to spend the night together?

A．Little Acorns

B．Sprouts

C．Junior Rangers

D．Adventurers

7 . 以“我最喜欢的运动”为题写一篇短文，内容包括以下几个方面：
1. 喜欢的运动项目；
2. 喜欢此项运动的原因；
3. 将来的愿望。
注意：词数：100词左右。

My favourite sport

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8 . 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。

Skiing

Skiing is an extremely popular sport that is enjoyed worldwide. The oldest and most accurately documented evidence of skiing origin is found in modern day Norway and Sweden.     1     word “ski” comes from the Old Norse word “skie”,     2     (mean) split (劈开的) pieces of wood or firewood.

Skiing has evolved into two major different types: Alpine skiing and Nordic skiing. Alpine skiing, also     3     (refer) to as downhill skiing, perhaps is the most popular form of skiing. It originated in the European Alps, and is characterized by fixed-heel bindings (捆绑物) that attach at both the front and the heel (脚后跟) of the     4    (skier) boot. The boots are reinforced plastic that     5     (steady) hold the foot to the ski, and ski poles are used. Downhill skis vary     6     length and shape depending on the height of the player and the type of snow they will be skiing.

Nordic skiing, also known as “cross country” skiing,     7     (involve) skiing over flat ground. Most Nordic country skis are long and thin, allowing the weight of the skier     8     (distribute) quickly. Cross country skiers use poles to drive     9     (they) forward. Cross country boots are attached to the ski at the toe with a binding,     10     the heel remains free.