1 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Why did Fagin come to the speaker?

A．To rent her house.

B．To buy her house.

C．To decorate her house.

2. Why was the speaker hesitant about Fagin’s offer?

A．She disliked him.

B．The money was not much.

C．They’d damage some of her belongings.

3. How long did it take to prepare the house for the film?

A．Four days.

B．A month.

C．Two months.

4. What did the speaker do when the crew left?

A．She watched a film.

B．She visited her relatives.

C．She repainted the living room.

2 . 阅读短文内容，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

The National Theater of China will stage a performance of Sudi Chunxiao (Dawn on the Su Causeway in Spring) from April 5 to 14 in Beijing,     1     (tell) the story of Su Dongpo, a Song Dynasty (960-1279) poet, whose work is still celebrated today.     2     play is named after one of the 10 most famous scenic spots on Hangzhou’s West Lake in Zhejiang province.

Also     3     (know) as Su Shi, Su Dongpo was born in Meishan in Sichuan province. At a young age, he began a long and distinguished career as an official in various governmental positions.     4     he experienced was a series of political difficulties, including appointments to minor posts in distant locations.     5     these difficulties, Su remained optimistic in his private and political life, an optimism that can also be seen in his     6     (poem).

The play     7     (direct) by Tian Qinxin, the head of the National Theater of China, and stars veteran actor Xin Baiqing in the lead role. It highlights the     8     (tradition) Chinese paintings of the Song Dynasty and also uses Su’s works to illustrate     9     (he) spirit and lasting influence.

The production was first performed in Hangzhou in November as part of the 18th China Theater Festival, and was     10     (warm) welcomed by the audience.

3 . If you want to know something about British life, their spirit, and even their humor, watching some classic British films will certainly help. Here are some for you.

Life of Brian

Life of Brian by Terry Jones in 1979 tells the story of a young man who is in a case of mistaken identity (身份).The film shows the unusual and wonderful British sense of humor. As a film certain to entertain, Life of Brian is not to be missed by those looking for an insight into what makes the British laugh.

Trainspotting

Danny Boyle’s 1996 comedy-drama Trainspotting is about a group of Scots in the 1980s, adapted from Irvine Welsh’s book. With a cast of truly great actors, the tale impressed the moviegoers globally. It rapidly became a success.

Notting Hill

Released on 21 May 1999, Notting Hill directed by Roger Michell was well-received and also got a British Comedy Award in the same year. The story is of a romance between a British nobody (Grant) and a Hollywood star (Roberts) who happens to walk into his shop.

The Full Monty

This 1997 film directed by Peter Cattaneo is a comedy about six unemployed men who form a group to make money for a better life. The film receiving British Comedy Awards dives deeper into some serious issues surrounding working-class culture. The Full Monty is an encouraging film that helps know more about the work and life of the working class in Britain.

1. Which film is based on a book?

A．Life of Brian.	B．Trainspotting.
C．Notting Hill.	D．The Full Monty.

2. Which director’s film was released earliest of the four?

A．Terry Jones’.	B．Danny Boyle’s.
C．Roger Michell’s.	D．Peter Cattaneo’s.

3. What is The Full Monty about?

A．Hardships of film stars.	B．The importance of laugh in life.
C．Daily life of some Scots.	D．Life of the British working class.

4 . THE MOST EXPECTED MOVIES OF 2023

So far in 2023, we’ve seen film studios release (发布) some big box office winners through July. Read THE MOST EXPECTED MOVIES OF 2023, and as more titles are announced and information is told, we will continue to update this page, so check back often!

Mission: Impossible-Dead Reckoning, Part One (2023)

Starring: Tom Cruise

Opening on: July 14, 2023

It was originally planned to release Mission: Impossible 8 in this time, but it was put off because of COVID in 2019. We’re now getting M: I 7 in 2023 and M: I 8 in 2024.

The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (2023)

Starring: Tom Blyth

Opening on: November 17, 2023

Francis Lawrence returns to direct this Hunger Games based on the novel of the same name by Suzanne Collins. The story mainly follows a young Coriolanus Snow and his participation in the Hunger Games as a game-changing instructor.

Rebel Moon: Part One-A Child of Fire (2023)

Starring: Charlie Hunnam

Premiering on: December 22, 2023 on Netflix

Zack Snyder directed this space-themed movie based on an original story of Snyder’s own. The story centers on a peaceful place where a cruel king sends a young woman to neighboring planets to form an army.

1. When was M: I 8 planned to be released?

A．In 2019.

B．In 2022.

C．In 2023.

D．In 2024.

2. Who is the director of The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes?

A．Tom Blyth.	B．Francis Lawrence.
C．Suzanne Collins.	D．Coriolanus Snow.

3. What kind of film is Rebel Moon: Part One-A Child of Fire?

A．Sci-Fi.

B．Comedy.

C．Romance.

D．Horror.

5 . Which movie does the man speak highly of?

A．Marina’s Ocean.

B．Pavement Song.

C．Umbrella.

6 . Movies Released in November

The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes

It’s prequel (前传) time again. In December, we’ll get to see the founding of Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory in Wonka, but first there’s The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. Based on the dystopian YA novel by Suzanne Collins, the prequel is set 64 years before the previous Hunger Games films.

Released (发行) internationally from 15 November.

The Marvels

Brie Larson’s Captain Marvel returns to save the planet from evil aliens, but her job is made considerably harder this time by a big problem that links her to two other superheroines (超级女英雄). Every time she uses her superpowers, she exchanges places with either Photon (Teyonah Parris) or Ms Marvel (Iman Vellani). The worlds we go to in this movie are worlds unlike others you’ve seen in the MCU.

Released internationally from 8 November.

Wish

Walt Disney celebrates its 100th anniversary with a cartoon that shows the themes and animation styles of the studio’s first century. Wish is a musical fairy tale set in a magical land where King Magnifico (Chris Pine) can satisfy his citizens’ wishes. But a 17-year-old girl, Asha (Ariana DeBose) , questions whether the king should keep that power all to himself. She wishes on a star -and the star then falls from the sky to help her.

Released intermationally from 22 November

Napoleon

Ridley Scott’s 28th film tells the story of Napoleon Bonaparte, a famous person in French history. It’s reported to be three hours long, with six major battle sequences — although it’s as much a character-driven drama as it is a war movie.

On general release from 22 November.

1. Which movie is about a historical figure?

A．The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes.	B．The Marvels.
C．Wish.	D．Napoleon.

2. What do The Marvels and Wish have in common?

A．They last very long.	B．They tell imaginary stories.
C．They came out on the same day.	D．Their main characters are teenagers.

3. Where is the text probably from?

A．A history book.

B．A newspaper.

C．A novel.

D．A diary.

7 . How did the man know the ending of the film?

A．He just guessed it.

B．He has watched the film.

C．He read the book in advance.

8 . 假定你是李华，看到你校英语刊物关于“影视作品对青少年的影响”的征稿启事。请你写一封稿件，内容包括以下几点：
①大数据时代，青少年群体从一些方面深受影响；
②影视作品对青少年产生较大的影响；
③在大数据时代，社会、学校、家长应齐心协力，促使青少年形成正确的影视观。
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 . It’s not unusual for kids to change friends, change schools, or change the way they dress as they’re growing up. But what about changing into a giant (巨大的) red panda? That’s the life of a 13-year-old girl named Mei Lee, the perfectly imperfect main character of Disney and Pixar’s new film, Turning Red.

Turning Red tells a coming-of-age story like no other. Mel is a Chinese Canadian girl who turns into a giant red panda anytime she experiences strong emotions, and must find a way to manage both her school life and home life in early 2000s Toronto, Canada. Mel tries to deal with hanging out with her three best friends, the boy band they like and her protective mother, who isn’t ready to let go of her growing daughter.

“Turning Red is inspired by the difficulties of growing up and trying to find out how to honor your parents, but also stay true to yourself,” said director Domee Shi. “For Mei Lee in the movie, before becoming the red panda, she thinks she has it all figured out, like we all did before we woke up one day and realized all of a sudden, we’re covered in body hair, our feelings are all over the place, and we’re hungry all the time.

Turning Red describes the complexities (难题) of mother-daughter relationships well. In fact, the real-life experiences of the film’s crew (摄制组成员) inspired several scenes. To make her crew share more about their childhood, Shi created a video at the office with her team. She encouraged everyone to look back to the past and bring out their embarrassing teen pictures and memories. It worked! “The crew started bringing in their old middle school yearbooks,” said producer Lindsey Collins. “They shared stories of their funny moments in middle school. Also, those of us who are parents shared our bad parenting moments. It’s meaningful. As a team, we just really tried to be real with one another about our daily failures and our daily successes.” It seems that however old you are, there is a little bit of Mei in all of us.

1. When will the girl turn into a giant red panda?

A．When she was 13 years old.	B．Anytime she has strong feelings.
C．When she stays with friends.	D．When she can manage her school life.

2. What is the main topic of the film?

A．Teenagers’ problems of growing up.	B．Dealing with home life wisely.
C．Getting along with best friends.	D．Ways to control emotions.

3. How did the director get inspiration about describing mother-daughter relationship?

A．She interviewed some middle school students.

B．She analyzed some typical pictures of her parents.

C．She thought hard and figured out the idea by herself.

D．She asked the film’s crew to share their experiences.

4. What is Lindsey Collins’s attitude towards sharing more about childhood?

A．Uncaring.

B．Doubtful.

C．Negative.

D．Supportive.

10 . 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。

Sime Darrin,     1    overseas student in Kaifeng, Henan Province, said learning Chinese opera has helped him understand Chinese culture. Majoring in traditional ethnic sports at Henan University, Sime came to China in 2017. “I came to learn Chinese martial arts     2     it was the opera that attracted me in the end,” he said.

By chance, Sime was taking a walk in a local park     3     the performance of a Yuju Opera called Huamulan caught his attention. He    4     (immediate) fell in love with the play and its music. Originating in Henan Province, Yuju Opera is one of the country’s major opera     5     (type). “It’s not only a kind of play with music. I felt much     6     (close) to Chinese culture by learning and playing it.” His teacher Li Shujian was a famous Yuju artist     7     had a deep influence on Sime. What’s more, Sime believed that to learn the opera, one must learn Chinese well, so he also took part     8     a Chinese language class.

After a year of learning and practice, Sime    9     (get) a chance to play on TV on a locally famous Yuju program. “    10     (gain) the chance to act, I feel delighted to make more foreigners better understand Yuju opera,” he said.