1 . The red star over China is shining brightly on its sixty-fifth birthday. And why is that? There are many reasons. First of all, there is peace and prosperity (繁荣) in China. The country isn’t at war and most Chinese are living _________ and more comfortable lives than at _________ in history. And things will get even better in the future.

The Chinese economy is a world wonder— grow so quickly, so many buildings and so many new businesses. China is now the_________ economic country in the world only next to America. Some believe that China will be Number One _________ the year 2030. What amazing _________! And what does that mean for you? It means that there will be lots of chances for you to do good jobs and to use all of your talents.

The rest of the world has started to take a closer _________ at China and they like what they see. In recent world wide survey, almost seventy percent of the people said they had a “positive image” of China. They thought China is beautiful and they are _________ in what is happening in China.

And it is not only because of economy, _________ Chinese culture. Zhang Ziyi and Gongli are famous all over the world, as well as the movie director Ang Lee. Writers like Gao Xingjian and Ba jin have won international awards. And painters, such as Wu Zuoren are selling their works for record high prices. This _________ China seem pretty cool and it really is!

So happy birthday, China! We are__________ you!

1.

A．worse

B．higher

C．faster

D．better

2.

A．some time

B．any time

C．some times

D．every time

3.

A．first

B．second

C．third

D．fourth

4.

A．on

B．by

C．to

D．of

5.

A．growth

B．strength

C．power

D．energy

6.

A．look

B．see

C．watch

D．notice

7.

A．excited

B．interested

C．surprised

D．upset

8.

A．also

B．either

C．but

D．neither

9.

A．makes

B．gives

C．takes

D．gets

10.

A．pride of

B．take pride in

C．proud of

D．the pride of

2 . As COVID-19 broke out and spread in the world, many countries are changing their social habits to reduce the risk of spreading the novel coronavirus(新型冠状病毒）.Here are some of the ways that greeting habits are changing around the world.

China

Loudspeakers tell people not to shake hands but to make the traditional gongshou gesture(a fist in the opposite palm)to say hello.

France

France is famous for its romantic greetings.They touch each other's cheeks and make a kissing sound. But now, this habit may be coming to a stop. News papers in France have begun publishing advice on how to replace kissing on the cheek. French etiquette(礼仪）expert Philippe Lichtfus said that simply looking into a person's eyes can be enough as a greeting.

Spain

The outbreak could also hit one of Spain's most important traditions---in the week before Easter, known as Holy Week,the faithful(信徒）queue up to kiss the hands or feet of sculptures of the Virgin Mary and the saints,seeking their protection. It's said that the ceremony could be banned.

Iran

Traditionally,people in Iran shake hands to greet one another.But today,a video has been popular in Iran. Showing three friends meeting, hands in their pockets and two of them wearing masks, tapping their feet against each other as a greeting.
1. Many countries are changing their social habits to

A．develop the relationship between countries

B．attract more visitors around the world

C．reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19

D．show respect for other countries

2. People in China are told to greet through

A．gongshou	B．eye contact
C．foot tapping	D．hand kissing

3. What activity could be banned in Spain?

A．Easter celebrations	B．The Holy Week ceremony
C．Spanish music festival	D．The Marathon event

3 . Do Americans have any morals? That's a good question. Many people insist that ideas about right and wrong are merely personal opinions. Some voices, though, are calling Americans back to traditional moral values. William J. Bennett. former U. S. Secretary of Education, edited The Book of Virtues in 1993 to do just that.    1    The success of Bennett's book shows that many Americans still believe in moral values. But what are they?

One of the most basic moral values for Americans is honesty. The well-known legend about George Washington and the cherry tree teaches this value clearly. In the story, instead of punishment, George received praise for not lying but telling the truth that he cut down his father's favorite cherry tree. Sometimes American honesty—being open and direct—can offend people.    2    

Another virtue Americans respect is perseverance. Remember Aesop's Fables (伊索寓言) about the turtle and the rabbit that had a race?    3    But the turtle finally won because he did not give up.

    4    The story of “The Good Samaritan(撒马利亚人)" from the Bible describes a man who showed compassion. On his way to a certain city, a Samaritan man. instead of just passing by. stopped to help a poor traveler lying on the road who was beaten and robbed.

In no way can this brief description cover all the moral values honored by Americans. Courage, responsibility, loyalty, gratitude and many others could be discussed. In fact, Bennett's bestseller—over 800 pages—highlights just 10 virtues. Even Bennett admits that he has only scratched the surface. But no matter how long or short the list, moral values are invaluable.    5    

A．But this virtuous attitude is hardly one of them.

B．Compassion(同情心) is a desire within us to help others.

C．The rabbit thought he could win easily, so he took a nap.

D．Compassion may be the queen of American virtues.

E．But Americans still believe that "honesty is the best policy”.

F．They are the foundation of American culture—and any culture.

G．Bennett suggests that great moral stories can build character.