1 . A fashion blogger in her late 70s proved that fashion is for all ages as she showcased different styles and outfits on social media.

For Candace Leslie Cima, aging is inescapable but it shouldn’t keep older people in a box, especially when it comes to beauty and fashion. That she’s old doesn’t mean she can’t wear beautiful and stylish clothes. This is what Cima always tells people when they question her fashion statement.

Cima’s journey to challenging aging began when she created her social media account at 72. She wanted to know what influencers were like and discovered there weren’t many of them in her age group. This inspired her to create her own fashion blog and upload fashion videos on social media platforms.

Cima grew her social media presence through her ongoing documentation called “Life in My 70s”. Her videos became famous on the Internet and gained millions of views. One of her most popular videos had 7.5 million views while the other one had 5.6 million views.

A lot of her viewers were amazed by her creativity in mixing and matching different fashion pieces. Others admired her for looking really good at her age and wearing whatever she wanted. One of the commenters wrote, “If I’m not like this when I am older, then I don’t ever want to be 75.”

Apart from uploading fashion videos, Cima is also devoted to her fashion blog where she writes about fashion and aging. Her blog’s goal is to inspire women from all walks of life and to remind them that aging is a natural but beautiful process that no one should be scared of. She wants to inspire women to accept these changes and look at them positively.

“The only way that view is going to change is that we as older women show them that aging is a gift, something to be accepted, value d and shared,” the fashion blogger wrote.

1. Which of the following reflects Cima’s opinion on aging?

A．It keeps older people in a box.

B．It does not affect the pursuit of beauty.

C．It means no beautiful and stylish clothes.

D．It limits the fashion choices of the elderly.

2. Why did the author mention Cima’s videos?

A．To show her popularity.	B．To inspire others to follow her.
C．To prove her viewpoints.	D．To recommend them to readers.

3. What suggestions does Cima give to women?

A．Accepting what you are like.	B．Reviewing your way of life.
C．Doing whatever you want to.	D．Being positive about getting old.

4. What can we learn from Cima’s story?

A．Getting old doesn’t mean you have to accept it.

B．No one can disappoint you except yourself.

C．Every stage of life can be beautiful and brilliant.

D．We must seek victory in defeat and hope in despair.

2 . 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。

Wang Rongbi has been glued to her cellphone, eagerly awaiting updates about the Italian show.“I have never been abroad, but my embroidery(刺绣品) has,”Wang said.

Wang is    1    the best embroidery designers from Guizhou in Southwest China    2     works were chosen to exhibit at the just-concluded event. Their exquisite works were selected    3    (show) the traditional artistry of China’s Miao ethnic minority and wow international fashion designers.

The Miao are one of China’s minority groups, and more than 4.3 million call Guizhou home. Their embroidered costumes, featuring unique patterns    4    (inspire) by nature and their ethnic history, are recognized as a national intangible cultural heritage    5    regarded as a“living fossil” of Miao culture.

In July, Shi Chuanying, 45, another Miao embroiderer, received    6    invitation from the provincial department of culture and tourism to attend Milan Fashion Week.“I was one of 17embroiderers who worked nonst op for 20 days to complete the 10 pieces. We cherished this opportunity and    7    (commit) to hitting our target no matter how difficult,” said Shi.

Both Wang and Shi are    8    (intense) proud that the traditional costumes of their ethnic group have been presented on the international stage, boosting    9    (confident) in the inheritance and development of Miao embroidery.   “Traditional handicrafts can be very fashionable, and our ethnic culture has plenty of    10    (globe) appeal,” said Wang.

3 . What can the woman identify about what the boy was wearing?

A．The brand of his hat.

B．The brand of his suit.

C．The brand of his shoes.

4 . Why does she require that they should design their school uniforms?

A．To make money.

B．To dress as they like.

C．To satisfy the school’s need.

5 . 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。

If you travel back     1     the 1930s Shanghai, you would find most Chinese women wearing a similar type of dress. And that is Qipao which     2     (originate) from the long dresses worn by the Manchu women in     3     Qing Dynasty. And then, 100 years ago, the modernized version of Qipao was invented,     4     (combine) traditional Manchu dresses with western tailoring techniques. Nowadays, Qipao is worn by Chinese women on formal     5     (occasion), as well as in daily activities. In different seasons,     6     can go well with modern clothing like wind coats, shawls and sweaters, displaying     7     (vary) styles. In a wedding ceremony, the bride often greets guests, wearing a red Qipao     8     symbolize s happiness, good luck and splendid prospects. Combining the clothing styles of the East and the West, China’s Qipao     9     (know) to the world now. Many international designers are inspired by it and put it on diverse fashion shows. For hundreds of years, Qipao has shone brightly with new designs, showing the Chinese spirit of     10     (innovate) and inclusiveness to the whole world.

6 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What’s the woman’s trouble?

A．She argued with her classmate.

B．She has difficulty getting a job.

C．She lacks of fashionable clothes.

2. What should the woman do according to her parents?

A．Get apart-time job.

B．Buy some new clothes.

C．Spend more time on her study.

3. What do we know about the woman?

A．She is the same size as her sister.

B．She will have a talk with her parents.

C．She doesn’t want to wear her sister’s clothes.

7 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What made the white T-shirts popular?

A．A fashion show.

B．Hollywood movies.

C．The American soldiers.

2. When did the fashion for T-shirts for women start?

A．In 1948.

B．In 1959.

C．In 1970.

3. Why did people wear T-shirts with “Free Angela”?

A．For a black leader.

B．For a fashion designer.

C．For an American actress.

8 . School uniform may not be my favorite clothing, but if I were given the choice, I wouldn’t throw it away. Wearing a uniform is an important part of being a school student.

“Uniforms show that you belong to an organization. Wearing it says we’re all in this together,” Jason Wing, head teacher at the Neale-Wade Academy, says. “Also, if you wear your uniform with pride, it means you are half way to being respectful (恭敬的) buying into what the organization is all about.” Ashley Harris, a twelfth grader who has been wearing school uniforms for a whole year, told that she felt proud when she said goodbye to her neighbors every morning. “I feel happy to study in Beconsfield High School. The teachers are wonderful. It’s pleasant that people know I am a student of the school through my uniform,” she explained.

That said, a number of students think uniforms are “childish”. But some people believe that a school uniform can help students pay attention to schoolwork. Maybe more importantly, a uniform means students don’t have to worry about being laughed at by others when it comes to their clothes. In America, where most schools do not have a uniform, about 160, 000 children miss school everyday because of fear of being bullied (欺负) by other students. This might not be directly connected to what they’re wearing, but having a uniform can mean being safe for many students who might be bullied.

Although wearing a school uniform is less expensive than buying many other clothes, uniforms can still be pricey. Many schools have their own supplier (供应商), and wearing cheaper uniforms can result in punishment if the uniform isn’t made by the supplier. Recently a meeting about the cost of school uniforms across England was held. The education minister David Laws said the practice of using one uniform supplier would end, which could help families with the cost of school uniforms.

Anyway, my uniform might not be what I would wear in my time, but it gives me a sense of belonging. School uniform isn’t fashionable, but that’s exactly why I think it should stay.

1. What does Jason Wing think of wearing uniforms?

A．It teaches students to dress smartly.	B．It results in students being respected.
C．It gives students a sense of belonging.	D．It helps students pay full attention to study.

2. What can be learned about Ashley Harris?

A．She is twelve years old.

B．She is a top student in her class.

C．She thought her school uniform old-fashioned.

D．She has been wearing school uniforms for quite a while.

3. What did the author want to say by giving American schools as an example?

A．Uniforms may lead to lower levels of bullying	B．American students dislike wearing uniforms.
C．Uniforms are good for school management.	D．Most students without uniforms are bullied.

4. What did the meeting in Paragraph 4 mainly centre on?

A．The meanings of uniforms.	B．The suppliers of uniforms.
C．The types of uniforms.	D．The cost of uniforms.

5. What is the author’s attitude to wearing uniforms?

A．He hates it.	B．He supports it.
C．He is unsure about it.	D．He doesn’t care about it.

9 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1. Whom does the woman choose jewelry for?

A．Herself.

B．Her mother.

C．Her friend.

2. What does the woman want to buy?

A．A ring of size 6 and a long necklace.

B．A ring of size 7 and a short necklace.

C．A ring of size 7 and a long necklace.

3. What do we know about the necklace?

A．It’s cheaper than the ring.

B．Its price depends on its quality.

C．The longer one is more expensive than the shorter one.

10 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. When did the woman first see Mr. Wang?

A．On Monday.

B．On Tuesday.

C．On Friday.

2. What did Mr. Wang impress the woman with?

A．His personality.

B．His approach.

C．His enthusiasm.

3. What will Mr. Wang do on Tuesday?

A．Chair a meeting.

B．Propose a strategy.

C．Report the profits.