Larry first began diving when he was his daughter’s age. Similarly, his father had taken him along on one of his expeditions. Since then, he had never looked back. Larry started out by renting diving suits from the small diving shop just along the shore. He had hated them. They were either too big or too small. Then, there was the instructor. He gave him a short lesson before allowing him into the water with his father. He had made an exception. Larry would never have been able to go down without at least five hours of theory and another similar number of hours on practical lessons with a guide. Children his age were not even allowed to dive.
After the first expedition, Larry’s later diving adventures only got better and better. There was never a dull moment. In his black and blue suit and with an oxygen tank fastened on his back, Larry dived from boats into the middle of the ocean. Dangerous areas did not prevent him from continuing his search. Sometimes, he was limited to a cage underwater but that did not bother him. At least, he was still able to take photographs of the underwater creatures.
Larry’s first expedition without his father was in the Cayman Islands. There were numerous diving spots in the area and Larry was determined to visit all of them. Fortunately for him, a man offered to take him around the different Spots for free. Larry didn’t even know what the time was, how many spots he dived into or how many photographs he had taken. The diving spots afforded such a wide array of fish and sea creatures that Larry saw more than thirty varieties of creatures.
Larry looked at his daughter. She looked as excited as he had been when he was her age. He hoped she would be able to continue the family tradition. Already, she looked like she was much braver than had been then. This was the key to a successful underwater expedition.
1. In what way was this expedition different for Larry?
| A．His daughter had grown up. |
| B．He had become a famous diver. |
| C．His father would dive with him. |
| D．His daughter would dive with him. |
| A．Larry had some privileges. |
| B．Larry liked the rented diving suits. |
| C．Divers had to buy diving equipment. |
| D．Ten-year-old children were permitted to dive. |
| A．To protect himself from danger. |
| B．To dive into the deep water. |
| C．To admire the underwater view. |
| D．To take photo more conveniently. |
| A．Larry didn’t wear a watch. |
| B．Larry was not good at math. |
| C．Larry had a poor memory. |
| D．Larry enjoyed the adventure. |
| A．Become a successful diver. |
| B．Make a good diving guide. |
| C．Take a lot of photo underwater. |
| D．Have longer hours of training. |
Is there link between humans and climate change or not? This question was first studied in the early 1900s. Since then, many scientists have thought that our actions do make a difference. In 1997, the Kyoto Protocol explained our role in the Earth’s changing atmosphere and set international limits for gas emissions(排放) from 2008 to 2012. Some countries have decided to continue these reductions until 2020. More recently, the Paris Agreement, stuck by nearly 200 countries, also aims to limit global warming. But just now how much warmer it will get depends on how deeply countries cut carbon emissions.
1. It can be concluded from paragraph 1 that _______.
| A．the problem of global warming will have been quite solved by 2020 |
| B．gas emissions have been effectively reduced in developed countries |
| C．the Paris Agreements is more influential than the Kyoto Protocol |
| D．humans have made continuous efforts to slow down global warming |
| A．The human population would increase by one third. |
| B．Little over 50% of all species would still exist. |
| C．Nations would not need to tighten their emissions targets. |
| D．The Agreement’s minimum goal would not be reached. |
| A．0.8℃ | B．1.5℃ |
| C．2℃ | D．3.5℃ |
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My dream school starts at 8: 30 a. m. and ends at 3:30 p. m. They are three lessons in the morning and two in the afternoon. We didn't need to do so many homework. Therefore, we have more time with afterschool activities. For example, we can do reading for one and a half hour and play sports for one hour every day.
My dream school look like a big garden. There are all kinds of the flowers and trees around the classroom buildings. We can lie on the grass for a rest, or sat by the lake listening music. The teachers here are kind and helpfully. They are not only our teachers but also our friends.
| A | B |
| Vauban We know cars are terrible polluters, but would you give yours up? Vauban, a community in southwestern Germany, did just that, and its 5,000 citizens are doing fine. Most streets are free of vehicles, and there are generous green spaces and good public-transport links, including fast buses and bicycle paths. When people must drive, they can turn to car-sharing clubs. “All the citizens had the chance to plan their own city,” says Andreas Delleke, an energy expert, “and it's just how we wanted it to be.” | Denmark During the period of gas shortage in the early 70s, Denmark decided to become self-sufficient ( 自足). So they began a few projects making smart investments along the way. On the island of Samsoe, local families, fishermen and farmers bought wind turbines (涡轮机) to produce their own energy. Within seven years these turbines were completely paid for. And can you believe just one of wind turbines produces enough electricity for 600 households? |
| C | D |
| Trey Parker and Matt Stone Trey Parker and Matt Stone, creators of South Park, have built a sustainable castle with outer siding and inner flooring of recycled wood, recycled carpeting, high-efficiency boiler systems. “I think more and more today, people are willing to make a statement about the Earth and how they want to protect it,” Michael Rath, home designer and builder says. "For high-end homes in this valley, this is entirely consistent with what they cost." | P-NUT Who doesn't love the name P-NUT—short for Personal-Neo Urban Transport? It's Honda's latest attempt to create a tiny footprint for a new urban vehicle. This little P-NUT is unique. With a central driving position, the car is designed to move in tight settings. The 11-foot micro car will seat three with two rear-seat passengers behind the driver. “The P-NUT concept explores the packaging and design potential for a vehicle designed for the city lifestyle,” said Dave Marek, a Honda design Spokesman. |
| E | F |
| Israel Company Is it possible that annoying rush hour traffic could become a source of renewable energy? Israel's Technion Institute of Technology claims that if we placed special generators ( 发电机 ) under roads, railways, and runways—we could harvest enough energy to mass-produce electricity. A trial process has been used on a smaller scale, in dance clubs for instance, where the pounding feet of dancers light up the floor. "We can produce electricity anywhere there is a busy road using energy that normally goes to waste," said Uri Amit, chairman of Israel's Technion Institute of Technology. | Coffee Coffee. Some of us can't start our day without it, and we don't mind waiting 10 minutes in line for it. Here is the most effective tip to make you a superstar in environment protection. Get a coffee machine for your home or office, or persuade your company into buying one. (Tell them it will improve productivity. ) Skip the coffee line on the way to work and make something that is better-tasting and much better for your wallet. Plus, you won't need those plastic cups or carrying cases that just get thrown away. Better yet, use your favorite travel mug. |
5 . “Mama，when I grow up，I’m going to be one of those！” I said this after seeing the Capital Dancing Company perform when I was three.It was the first time that my
As I look back on that day now，it surely
Though I was absolutely thrilled with the change，it did not come without its fair share of
Today，when I look at the unbelievable company that I have the great
| A．hobby | B．plan | C．dream | D．word |
| A．connected | B．expanded | C．exposed | D．extended |
| A．rarely | B．certainly | C．probably | D．consistently |
| A．director | B．trainer | C．leader | D．dancer |
| A．symbol | B．memory | C．truth | D．reality |
| A．bouncing | B．dating | C．turning | D．tracking |
| A．lacks | B．adds | C．makes | D．brings |
| A．while | B．since | C．until | D．when |
| A．cared | B．expected | C．asked | D．decided |
| A．motivated | B．relaxed | C．convinced | D．astonished |
| A．challenges | B．profits | C．advantages | D．adventures |
| A．put | B．mix | C．build | D．pick |
| A．attention | B．association | C．attraction | D．adaptation |
| A．apart | B．aside | C．off | D．back |
| A．over | B．by | C．with | D．beyond |
| A．function | B．meaning | C．expression | D．usage |
| A．boundaries | B．problems | C．barriers | D．efforts |
| A．necessary | B．perfect | C．proper | D．possible |
| A．talent | B．honor | C．potential | D．responsibility |
| A．victory | B．trend | C．tradition | D．desire |
I was required to read one of Bernie Siegel’s books in college and was hooked on his positivity from that moment on. The stories of his unconventional
I’m an ambitious
We would see each other at various times and
| A．ideas | B．tastes | C．notes | D．memories |
| A．amazing | B．shocking | C．amusing | D．strange |
| A．strike | B．push | C．challenge | D．impact |
| A．learn from | B．get through | C．go over | D．refer to |
| A．reader | B．writer | C．editor | D．doctor |
| A．honest | B．agreeable | C．humorous | D．positive |
| A．state | B．position | C．mood | D．way |
| A．advice | B．reference | C．protection | D．treatment |
| A．viewed | B．knew | C．noticed | D．wondered |
| A．because | B．while | C．although | D．providing |
| A．came out | B．turned out | C．proved out | D．worked out |
| A．naturally | B．merely | C．hopefully | D．actually |
| A．deciding | B．investing | C．relying | D．working |
| A．became | B．helped | C．missed | D．visited |
| A．patient | B．operator | C．fan | D．publisher |
| A．smile | B．sign | C．mark | D．mask |
| A．showed up | B．passed away | C．fell down | D．set off |
| A．since | B．but | C．so | D．for |
| A．guidance | B．trust | C．opportunity | D．inspiration |
| A．promised | B．swore | C．replied | D．thought |
7 . It’s not easy being a teenager– nor is it easy being the parent of a teenager. You can make your child feel angry, hurt, or misunderstood by what you say without realizing it yourself. It is important to give your child the space he needs to grow while gently letting him know that you’ll still be there for him when he needs you.
Expect a lot from your child, just not everything. Except for health and safety problems, such as drug use or careless driving, consider everything else open to discussion to help them grow up more independently. If your child is unwilling to discuss something, don’t insist he tell you what’s on his mind. The more you insist, the more likely that he’ll clam up. Instead, let him attempt to solve things by himself. At the same time, remind him that you’re always there for him should he seek advice or help. Show respect for your teenager’s privacy (隐私). Never read his mail or listen in on personal conversations.
Teach your teenager that the family phone is for the whole family, which can make them more mature. If your child talks on the family’s telephone for too long, tell him he can talk for 15 minutes, but then he must stay off the phone for at least an equal period of time. This not only frees up the line so that other family members can make and receive calls, but teaches your teenager moderation (节制). Or if you are open to the idea, allow your teenager his own phone that he pays for with his own pocket money or a part-time job.
1. The main purpose of the text is to tell parents ______.| A．how to get along with a teenager | B．how to respect a teenager |
| C．how to understand a teenager | D．how to help a teenager grow up |
| A．become excited | B．show respect |
| C．refuse to talk | D．seek help |
| A．to use the phone in a proper way | B．to pay for his own telephone |
| C．to share the phone with friends | D．to answer the phone quickly |
| A．Not allow him to learn driving or take drugs. |
| B．Give him advice only when necessary. |
| C．Let him have his own telephone. |
| D．Not talk about personal things with him. |
