1 . When we think of a grocery store, we usually picture aisles of food and everyday necessities. But sometimes, it’s also where unexpected ________ are formed, turning a simple store into a backdrop for heartwarming human connections.

Ellie Walker, ________ at a British grocery store, was known for her friendly demeanor. Ellie enjoyed the daily chat with customers but never ________ how deeply these interactions could impact her life.

It was during one of these ________ conversations that Ellie encountered Edwin Holmes, an elderly regular customer, who ________ that he had no one to spend Christmas with.

This revelation ________ a chord in Ellie’s heart, as she couldn’t bear the thought of Edwin spending the festive season alone.

Edwin had lost his wife in 2006 after 45 years of marriage. His family, including a daughter and grandchildren, lived in Australia, making it ________ for them to be together during the holidays. This left Edwin facing the prospect of a ________ Christmas.

Upset about Edwin’s situation. Ellie decided to ________ a gesture of kindness. She invited him to join her for a Christmas meal, hoping to ________ a memorable and joyous experience for both of them.

“I thought, if it was my granddad and he was alone, I would want someone to talk to him.” Ellie’s invitation to Edwin was more than just a kind ________ it was a start of their friendship.

From that memorable Christmas dinner, a beautiful friendship ________. Ellie and Edwin began meeting regularly for coffee, sharing stories and enjoying each other’s ________.

Their relationship, which started with ________ conversations in a grocery store, had ________ a meaningful and enduring friendship.

1.

A．techniques

B．bonds

C．ideas

D．steps

2.

A．candidate

B．participant

C．employee

D．volunteer

3.

A．planned

B．meant

C．argued

D．anticipated

4.

A．routine

B．positive

C．bitter

D．amusing

5.

A．agreed

B．revealed

C．requested

D．debated

6.

A．charged

B．outgrew

C．struck

D．overlooked

7.

A．cautious

B．impossible

C．competitive

D．sympathetic

8.

A．lonely

B．warm

C．shared

D．delightful

9.

A．extend

B．command

C．discipline

D．assign

10.

A．allow

B．beg

C．remind

D．create

11.

A．fear

B．prejudice

C．gesture

D．temptation

12.

A．conducted

B．stressed

C．blossomed

D．remembered

13.

A．company

B．comfort

C．entertainment

D．leisure

14.

A．delicate

B．casual

C．difficult

D．potential

15.

A．put about

B．taken in

C．struggled for

D．grown into

2 . For lots of kids, toddlerhood (幼儿期) is an important time for friendship. Studies show that the earlier kids learn to form positive relationships, the better they are at relating to others as teenagers and adults. Playing together also helps these kids practice social behaviors, such as kindness, sharing, and cooperation.

Even so, how quickly your child develops into a social creature may also depend on his temperament(性格). Some toddler s are very social, but others are shy. In addition, the way that toddlers demonstrate that they like other children is markedly different from what adults think of as expressions of friendship. Research at Ohio State University in Columbus found that a toddler’s way of saying “I like you” during play is likely to come in the form of copying a friend’s behavior.

This seemingly unusual way of demonstrating fondness can result in unpleasant behavior. Regardless of how much they like a playmate, they may still grab his toys, refuse to share, and get bossy. But experts say that this is a normal and necessary part of friendship for kids this age. Through play experiences, toddlers learn social rules. That’s why it’s so important to take an active role in your toddler’s social encounters by setting limits and offering frequent reminders of what they are. When you establish these guidelines, explain the reasons behind them.

Begin by helping your child learn sympathy (“Ben is crying. What’s making him so sad?”), then suggest how he could resolve the problem (“Maybe he would feel better if you let him play the ball.”). When your child shares or shows empathy(同理心) toward a friend, praise him (“Ben stopped crying! You made him feel better.”).

Another way to encourage healthy social interaction is by encouraging kids to use words- not fists-to express how they feel. It’s also important to be mindful of how your child’s personality affects playtime. Kids are easy to get angry when they’re sleepy or hungry, so schedule playtime when they’re refreshed.

1. What does it indicate when toddlers copy their playmates’ behavior?

A．They are interested in acting.	B．They are shy with the strangers.
C．They are fond of their playmates.	D．They are tired of playing games.

2. What does the author suggest parents do for their kids?

A．Design games for them.	B．Find them suitable playmates.
C．Play together with them.	D．Help them understand social rules.

3. What is the function of the quoted statements in paragraph 4?

A．Giving examples.	B．Explaining concepts.
C．Providing evidence.	D．Making comparisons.

4. Which of the following is the best title for the text?

A．How Children Adapt to Changes	B．How to Be a Role Model for Children
C．How Your Baby Learns to Love	D．How to Communicate with Your Kid

3 . It is well known that humans need meaningful social connection.     1     The stronger our relationships are, the more likely we are to live better. So how do we deepen friendships in our lives?

Shower them with affection. We often think of affection as love we show in romantic relationships. But affection is more than holding hands and kissing.     2     There are many ways you can show love to your friends. Tell them how much they mean to you. Remind them you are grateful to know them. These simple acts provide security in the relationship.

    3     Being generous with your friends is an easy way to develop your friendships. If you’re a gym rat, you could help your friend train for a coming race they have. Or if your friend is applying for a university, you can use your research and analysis skills to put together a presentation for them.

Share your joys, struggles and even guilt. Think about how good it feels to tell a friend you secretly like a boring TV show and hear them respond “me too!”     4     Many people hold the view that it can be scary to be open with our feelings. It can come with the risk of shame or rejection. But people are less likely to reject you for being weak than you think.

Don’t hide your disagreements. It’s hard to deal with conflict in friendships. People often see them as something that should be fun and lighthearted, so they ignore problems when they arise.     5     It might be painful at first, but it shows you want to be honest with them, and that you want to make your relationship better.

A．Tell them how much you value them.

B．Value them with your skills and talents.

C．It’s about communicating love and appreciation.

D．In fact, it’s linked to our mental and physical health.

E．It means they accept us for who we are, the good and the bad.

F．People feel hurt when someone doesn’t keep their private information.

G．But dealing with conflict in a healthy way can deepen your friendships.

4 . What would you feel if all of a sudden, a random someone walks into your front door asking for “friends”? Would that be strange or _______ or both? Well, that’s exactly what happened to a Texas resident named Brennan Ray with his unexpected yet beautiful _______ with an 11-year-old boy named Shayden Walker.

Shayden approached his neighbor’s house, using their front door security camera to start a heartfelt conversation. In the video, he politely expressed a longing for friendship, _______ seeking children around the ages of 11 or 12 and _______ his strong desire to connect with new friends.

However, when his neighbor, Brennan Ray, _______ that there were kids nearby, Shayden shared that they were no longer his _______ because according to him, they were violent, pushing around other kids. Despite this setback, Shayden and Brennan _______ the possibility of Shayden’s playing with Brennan’s own children. Sadly, Brennan’s daughter was just one year old, making it _______ for them to become playmates.

Touched by their interaction, Brennan decided to share the video on social media, hoping _______ Shayden’s family and gain some support. Brennan described Shayden as a(n) ________, kind and brave young man, ________ the online community to help Shayden find new friends. The post’s impact went far beyond what Brennan had ________, as it quickly received nearly 70 million views and widespread attention.

________ people’s suggestions to do something special for Shayden, Brennan and his wife started a GoFundMe campaign. Astonishingly, the campaign raised over $37,000, which would ________ Shayden in pursuing his dreams, such as getting a gaming setup, school clothes, and amusement park tickets.

This beautiful story doesn’t only ________ the positive response of people to Shayden’s story, but more importantly, it battles the effects of pushing around people, particularly kids.

1.

A．bitter-sweet

B．heart-breaking

C．heart-warming

D．kind-hearted

2.

A．episode

B．debate

C．reunion

D．encounter

3.

A．specifically

B．practically

C．additionally

D．individually

4.

A．impressing

B．announcing

C．stressing

D．negotiating

5.

A．noticed

B．mentioned

C．reported

D．questioned

6.

A．classmates

B．relatives

C．families

D．friends

7.

A．confirmed

B．ignored

C．discussed

D．removed

8.

A．difficult

B．possible

C．worse

D．unavailable

9.

A．defend

B．decorate

C．reach

D．calm

10.

A．courageous

B．odd

C．ambitious

D．polite

11.

A．dealing with

B．calling on

C．applying for

D．sticking to

12.

A．expected

B．earned

C．reminded

D．conveyed

13.

A．In return for

B．In addition to

C．In response to

D．In favor of

14.

A．agree

B．stop

C．allow

D．support

15.

A．flash

B．highlight

C．promote

D．advance

5 . Sharing a room with a family member or a friend can be tough (困难), but it becomes especially difficult when you are sharing it with someone you hardly know. If you find yourself in a similar situation, do not despair. There are things you can do to help you cope with having a roommate, no matter who it may be.

First of all, you have to remember that you get what you give. If you are nice to others, then others will be nice to you as well. You also need to set boundaries for yourself and for the other person. So before your new roommate moves in, talk to him. Set the rules early on and discuss your hopes.

Remember that there are two things that make up any good relationship: belief and respect. The same thing applies to (适用于) having a roommate. You have to respect each other. So he has that new PS3 game that you have always wanted to try out? Ask permission first. If he says no, don’t ask him for it again. If he lets you borrow his stuff, take care of the item and treat it as if it were your own. Make sure that you return it in the same condition as when you borrowed it.

To keep away from disagreements over who does the housework, clean as you go. For chores (杂务) that can be shared, you may want to divide it equally so that you don’t do all the housework. Take turns in washing the dishes. You may do it every other day or you may divide the task so that you only have to do it in the morning and your roommate will only have to do it at night.

When it comes to food and grocery items, determine what can be shared. Don’t be too mean when it comes to sharing food. On the other hand, determine what you can share and what you can’t and be clear about it. The advantage of sharing food is that you can save on time and food preparation.

1. What is the passage mainly about?

A．Why you need a roommate.

B．How you drive a roommate you don’t like.

C．What you do to find a roommate.

D．How you can get along with your roommate.

2. What may the underlined word “boundaries” in Paragraph 2 refer to?

A．Borders of two countries.	B．Personal space.
C．Public relations.	D．Something shared by all roommates.

3. Good relationship among roommates lies in _____.

A．money and gifts	B．attraction and good words
C．trust and respect	D．threats and orders

4. What can we infer from the fourth paragraph?

A．There are always quarrels between roommates.

B．Try to do all the chores by yourself.

C．Share everything with your roommates.

D．Try to do the chores by turns.

6 . 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

Colin, a young boy with autism (自闭症), has a special love for card tricks. These aren’t just any tricks; they’re just his way of dealing with a world that can often be stressful. Cards, in Colin’s hands, become more than pieces of paper; they are instruments of focus and bridges to connect with others.

As the family checked into the hotel, little did they know that this would be the setting for a heartwarming story that would touch the hearts of many.

Colin, with a heart full of innocence and curiosity, approached the front desk. Standing behind that desk was Kahlief Hill, a 39-year-old hotel clerk, a kind and warm-hearted man. Colin looked up at him, his eyes bright with excitement, and asked a simple question: “Would you like to see a card trick?”

What Kahlief didn’t know at that moment was the great impact of his response. He didn’t know that Colin had autism, and for Colin, card tricks were more than a hobby. They were his shelter, a way to quiet his mind and keep his hands engaged. Colin had lost his father a few years before, leaving him with a gap where a male figure and role model should be.

His mother didn’t know that Colin had been waiting for a “big brother” for over two years, living with just his mom and sister. And Kahlief didn’t know that he was becoming that male figure Colin longed for.

Despite not knowing any of this, Kahlief’s   response was a simple and warm “yes”. He allowed Colin to take center stage, performing his card tricks with patience and enthusiasm. It wasn’t just about watching; Kahlief also shared some tricks of his own, bringing about a magical exchange of wonder and smiles.

This beautiful connection didn’t end that night. The following evening, when Colin and his family returned to the hotel after dinner, Kahlief was there, manning the front desk once more. And when he saw Colin walking to him, he extended the invitation once again: “Would you like to come and practice more card tricks?”

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1.续写词数应为150个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Without hesitation, Colin rushed to his room.

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In the following days during their stay, Colin often went to play cards with Kahlief.

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7 . Looking back, Geoff Banks of Devon, England can hardly even remember how he first started writing to his American friend, Celesta Byrne.

Geoff and Celesta were given each other's names and addresses as part of a school pen pal program back in 1938. They're both now 100 years old, and a lot has changed in the past 84 years: their age changed: their appearance changed; but one thing has not—they still use the traditional way to contact.

“I honestly struggle to remember something, but I was talking to Celesta recently and I think it was something to do with an American school's scheme, Geoff said.” They matched us up with Americans for a pen pal relationship, and somehow I ended up with this letter from an American girl, and we've just kept corresponding（通信）ever since. "

Geoff and Celesta's relationship never turned romantic, but they shared a lot over the decades. They kept up their correspondence through World War II, sending updates about their families, friends, and work. In 2002, they finally got a chance to meet in person during a trip to New York City. Two years later, they met up again, but ever since then they've gone back to pen and paper.

Recently, they've switched to digital forms of communication to stay in touch, something that's easier has been easier on their eyes and hands. Their children have helped them set up email accounts.

“I've known this new thing called Zoom, I think, now to chat with her, but I leave all the technology to younger people. Deep down, I refuse to use Zoom. Writing to Celesta has been a source of great satisfaction'for me over the years,” said Geoff.

Celesta says their relationship is “like people who live next door”. “You know how they're doing, you say a few words, and then you both go to work,” she explained. “She's always been there to write to, even if it was just birthday cards and Christmas cards,” Geoff added.

1. What do Geoff and Celesta insist on doing over the 80 years?

A．Enjoying telling jokes.	B．Writing to each other.
C．Creating a program.	D．Keeping a secret.

2. What do Geoff Banks' words in Paragraph 3 tell us?

A．How they got in touch.	B．Why they liked writing.
C．What they both liked to do.	D．When they ran a scheme.

3. What is Geoff's attitude towards using Zoom to stay in touch?

A．Supportive.

B．Unclear.

C．Doubtful.

D．Disapproving.

4. What is the purpose of this text?

A．To introduce a way to make friends.	B．To teach us skills of writing letters.
C．To tell us a tale of lifelong friends.	D．To stress the power of technology.

8 . 根据下面的对话情景，在每个空白处填上一个适当的句子，使对话的意思连贯、完整。
A : I am so sad. I am afraid that Jason won’t be my friend any more.
B : Sorry to hear that.    1    ?
A : I promised to go to the library with him , but I had other things to do and forgot to tell him. He waited for me in the cold for two hours.
B : Then did you explain it to him?
A :    2    . However, he didn’t listen to what I said at all. I don’t know what to do now.
B :    3    .
A : What a good idea ! I will have a try.
B : Hope it can help you two become good friends again.   
A : I hope so .    4    ?
B : I think keeping promise is the most important thing to keep friendship.
A : You are right. I won’t break the promise again.
B : Yeah .    5    .
A : Yeah . I can’t agree with you more. They are also important.

9 . 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

That day, the weather was very hot, and I was so nervous that I was unable to keep, still land think calmly. My friend John and I were discussing a problem, I thought this was the right thing to do, but he thought that was the right thing to do.

In the middle of our discussion, he made ink from his pen on my new notebook by accident. I was very angry and I said to him, “Why did you do that?” As I spoke, I deliberately spilled the ink from my pen into his book. “You, you did it on purpose,” he said loudly. At that moment, he was very angry, his face was red with anger, his eyebrows were almost raised, his forehead was wrinkled (皱起) more and more tight, and his mouth was wide open with anger. Suddenly, he pushed my things on the table to the floor. When I saw him do this, I was annoyed with him very much, so I pushed his to the floor, and angrily said to him, “We are no longer friends!” “Well, it’s you who break off the friendship!” The friend shouted like a lion. I immediately took my things and left.

From that day on, every time I met him, I would take another way to avoid him. When I met him, he seemed to want to say something. However, I didn’t wait for him to say anything, and ran away like an arrow.

Since that incident, I had been reflecting(反思) on, myself, feeling that I had done something wrong, but I didn’t have enough courage to apologize to him. I knew that he didn’t mean to make ink from his pen on the book that time, but I exactly did. I shouldn’t have made his book wet in ink by design. I hated myself all the time. I was angry with myself.

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2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

One day, I suddenly heard that John was going to study in another school.

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I was so happy that I shed tears of delight.

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10 . If you are struggling with social anxiety, and don’t know how to find good friends, you can use the following important ways to meet new people.

    1    

A bookstore is a great place to get to know people with a true sense of curiosity. Meeting new people in the bookstore is lovely because your conversations have depth. You can talk about the different stories you’ve read.     2    .

Go traveling

Traveling is one of the most adventurous ways to meet other people. People will be in a good mood, particularly when traveling for a vacation, which opens up chances to meet new people in a happy way.     3    , you explore different places, and create positive memories while meeting new people from different cultures. You’ll make new friends during this happy moment in your life.

Attend a music festival

If you love songs, attending a music festival is the perfect choice for you. In this way, you really can’t escape meeting new people since you’re surrounded by hundreds or even thousands of people in one place, enjoying the live music.     4    . There’s a big chance that the people you meet in this event are connections you’ll remember even after it ends. If the event is several days long, you might notice that you go out with those strangers for a couple of days. After the event, you might choose to stay in touch.

Take a course

There’s no better way of making new friends and meeting people than taking a course. You can take a course such as learning a skill.     5    , you gain knowledge and a skill, and you get to socialize with a new set of people.

A．Visit a museum

B．When you travel

C．Go to the bookstore

D．By taking a course you’re interested in

E．If you are fond of exploring the world

F．And you can share your ideas about reading and books, too

G．The excitement of music festivals can create lasting friendships