People often make ________fun of him about his height, which makes ________great difference in his life.
A．a; a B．a; the C．x; a D．the; a
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—Guess what; Yang Yang failed in the maths test .
—How ________it be？She is second to none in maths.
A．shall B．might C．can D．must
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—Why are they taking all the equipment away？
—With the job ________, they are leaving.
A．having done B．being done C．was done D．done
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The job is great in terms of salary. It has its disadvantages,________.
A．though B．however C．even D．therefore
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—What made him so worried.
—________his wallet.
A．Having lost B．Losing C．Lose D．Lost
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A clean environment can help the city________its economic development.
A．achieve B．permit C．complete D．promote
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We are satisfied with his job in our company. Everything goes better now than when he ________his work here.
A．has started B．would start C．started D．had started
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________we can’t get seems better than ________we have.
A．That, what B．That, which C．What, what D．What, that
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________hot the weather will be tomorrow, we must get the whole project.
A．How; complete B．However; to complete
C．How; completing D．However; completed
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—Did you have a good time in Thailand？
—________, it was too hot.
A．Not really B．Yeah ,why not C．oh, great D．You are right
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—Your neighbour may ________you with playing your radio too loudly at night.
—I know. They never say anything that ________me especially.
A．accuse; appeals to B．charge; appeal to
C．charge; appeals to D．blame; appeals to
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Hardly could he ________this amount of work in such a short time.
A．get down B．get off C．get through D．get into
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I offered him a drink but he didn’t ________to my offer.
A．respond B．realize C．remove D．respect
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________seems strange to us ________he can sing the English song beautifully.
A．It; that B．what; that C．That; how D．It; why
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—Mom, I don’t know which song to choose in the singing contest.
—Why not ask your friends？You know ________.
A．every man his weak side
B．easier said than done
C．four eyes see more than two
D．every man is the architecture of his own fortune
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Before India gained independence (独立), a few young men from the villages wanted to free India from the foreign rule; they wanted the British to quit India. They needed material wealth to 36 the British out of India, so they started collecting 37 in the Indian villages.
One day, they got encouraged to collect 38 things as well. They went from door to door carrying a huge bag, which gradually was 39 with money and gifts. As they went, a one-legged beggar kept 40 them. The young men did not mind.
At the 41 of the day, they entered a house to see 42 they had collected. The beggar also wanted to enter, but since he was not a member of the group, they did not 43 him in. The beggar said to them: “I walked such a 44 distance right behind you. You want freedom; I also want freedom. India is not only your motherland. It is also my motherland.”
45 , the young men got mad and told the beggar to go away. Then one of the men felt 46 for him, so they decided to 47 him the things they had collected. 48 the beggar was looking at the gifts in their bag, most of them were showing no 49 for him. Then suddenly the beggar opened up the bag that he had been carrying. It 50 a few coins and some rice. He threw all the contents into their bag at once.
At the 51 of this, immediately all the members of the revolutionary group started dropping 52 of gratitude (感激), because he had 53 all that he had to their cause. On that day, they had gone to visit so many rich families, who had given them next to 54 ; but this beggar had given them everything that he had! They were deeply 55 by the beggar’s contribution.
1. A．drive B．grow C．help D．pick
2. A．food B．money C．papers D．seeds
3. A．military B．material C．mysterious D．cultural
4. A．tired B．satisfied C．filled D．covered
5. A．following B．cheating C．calling D．beating
6. A．beginning B．end C．front D．middle
7. A．how B．what C．where D．when
8. A．stop B．drop C．allow D．promise
9. A．short B．near C．long D．little
10. A．At last B．At first C．At a time D．In that case
11. A．necessary B．patient C．thankful D．sorry
12. A．trouble B．serve C．show D．excite
13. A．Since B．While C．If D．Although
14. A．interest B．courage C．respect D．disappointment
15. A．included B．consisted C．held D．contained
16. A．thought B．sight C．sound D．moment
17. A．laughter B．difference C．truth D．tears
18. A．taken B．given C．wasted D．lost
19. A．something B．nothing C．everything D．anything
20. A．moved B．removed C．excited D．surprised
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Happy April Fool’s Day! In celebration of the day, we have put together a list of some of the greatest hoaxes (恶作剧) in history. They are the lies that have been designed for innocent people who are ready to believe them.
INSTANT COLOR TV
In 1962 there was only one TV channel in Sweden, and it broadcast in black and white. The station’s Kjell Stepson, appearing on the news to announce that thanks to a newly developed technology, all viewers could now quickly and easily transform their existing sets to display color reception. All they had to do was pull a nylon (尼龙) stocking over their TV screen, and they would begin to see their favorite shows in color. Reportedly, hundreds of thousands of people, were taken in. Actual color TV transmission only started to appear in Sweden on April 1, 1970.
SAN SERRIFFE
In 1977 the British newspaper The Guardian published a special seven–page supplement(增刊) in honor of the tenth anniversary of San Serriffe, a small republic located in the Indian Ocean. A series of articles affectionately asked for more information about the beautiful holiday spot. Few noticed that every thing about the island was made up.
NIXON FOR PRESIDENT
In 1992 American National Public Radio’s Talk of the Nation program announced that, Richard Nixon, in a surprise move, was running for President again. His new campaign slogan was, “ I didn’t do anything wrong, and I won’t do it again.” Accompanying this announcement were audio clips(片断) of Nixon delivering his election speech. Listeners responded immediately to the announcement, flooding the show with calls expressing shock and anger. Only during the second half of the show did the host John Huckleberry reveal that the announcement was a practical joke. Nixon’s voice was copied by comedian Rich Little.
1.Which of the following countries is NOT mentioned in the text?
A．India B．The UK C．The United States D．Sweden
2.Who worked as a host on the radio?
A．Kjell Stepson B．Rich Little C．Richard Nixon D．John Huckleberry
3.When did the small republic San Serriffe come into being?
A．In 1962 B．In 1977 C．In 1992 D．Never
4.Where can we probably read this article?
A．In the ad. B．In a magazine C．In a novel D．In a news report
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Many animals recognize their food because they see it. So do humans. When you see an apple or a piece of chocolate, you know that these are things you can eat. You can also use other senses when you choose your food. You may like it because it smells good or because it tastes good. You may dislike some types of food because they do not look, smell or taste very nice. Different animals use different senses to find and choose their food. A few animals depend on only one of their senses, while most animals use more than one sense.
Although there are many different types of food, some animals spend their lives eating only one type. The giant panda eats only one particular type of bamboo(竹子) . Other animals eat only one type of food even when given the choice. A kind of white butterfly(蝴蝶) will stay on the leaves of a cabbage, even though there are plenty of other vegetables in the garden. However, most animals have a more varied(多样化) diet . The bear eats fruits and fish. The fox eats small animals, birds and fruits. The diet of these animals will be different depending on the season.
Humans have a very varied diet. We often eat food because we like it and not because it is good for us. In countries such as France and Britain, people eat foods with too much sugar. This makes them overweight, which is bad for their health. Eating too much red meat and animal products, such as butter, can also be bad for the health. Choosing the right food, therefore, has become an area of study in modern life.
1.We can infer from the text that humans and animals _________.
A．depend on one sense in choosing food
B．are not satisfied with their food
C．choose food in similar ways
D．eat entirely different food
2.Which of the following eats only one type of food?
A．The white butterfly. B．The small bird.
C．The bear. D．The fox.
3.Certain animals change their choice of food when ___________.
A．the season changes
B．the food color changes
C．they move to different places
D．they are attracted by different smells
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For many people, the story of cottages — small vacation homes away from the city — is a deeply personal one. For some families, cottages have been the scene of reunions, vacations and family adventures for generations.
In North America, “cottaging（去乡间别墅度周末）” really began during the 19th century. At that time, crowds of people were moving from family farms to cities. Naturally, these people often felt a longing for the natural beauty of the countryside. Frequently located near lakes, in the mountains of woods, cottages provided a perfect solution.
Traditionally small and rustic (乡下风格的)，many cottages were once simple log（原木） homes without bathrooms, water or electricity. While in most cases that is no longer true, people still go to cottages in large numbers to escape the city and to enjoy “cottage life.”
Despite the peaceful setting, there is always plenty to do at a cottage. If you enjoy outdoor activities, try hunting, boating or hiking. Many cottages are located near a lake, so you have opportunities to go swimming, boating or sunbathing around. Enjoy a picnic with your family, or build a campfire to roast hot dogs. On rainy days, curl up(蜷曲) on a comfortable chair inside and read, or enjoy board games （棋类游戏） with your friends and relatives. Want to get out and explore? Take a tour of the lake in a motorboat, or visit one of the many small villages located nearby.
Many families rent cottages instead of owning them, but for those who do, there’s always work to be done. Wood must be chopped for the stove. Leaves need to be gathered and gardens taken care of. Since many cottages are old buildings, there’s usually something that needs to be fixed or painted.
The story of cottages is one of families, traditions and memories. Are you ready to try cottaging with your family?
1.The underlined word “longing” in Paragraph 2 probably means “_________ ”.
A．horror B．need C．disappointment D．excitement
2.What do we know about a cottage?
A．It is far from lakes.
B．It is not popular now.
C．It was probably built of wood.
D．It was built in a short time.
3.Which of the following does NOT belong to the activities mentioned in the text?
A．Sunbathing and swimming.
B．Hunting, hiking and boating,
C．Having a picnic and roasting hot dogs.
D．Playing football and watching games on TV.
4.Which of the following words can best describe the author’s attitude towards“cottaging”?
A．Critical. B．Doubtful. C．Positive. D．Bored.
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I live in a very over populated beach area in the Los Angeles, and I love the beautiful scenery! But because of many people, lots of things are easy to be out of order, and sometimes it’s also easy to lose your cool. Today was a day I wish I did not get out of bed. I mean that if I did not have to wake up and deal with all the things that I deal with on a daily basis, it would have been wonderful.
I had a cup of coffee this morning and that was my meal for breakfast, not healthy I know. Anyway, my stomach was sounding like a truck. So, I jumped in my car and decided to buy some food.
I was in line at Taco Bell (一家墨西哥速食店) and the line was like a long snake! Finally I got to place my order, but a young girl in nice clothes pulled in and was stuck in such a way that unless I moved for her, she wouldn’t be able to get out. So I backed up and waved her into my place in the front of the line.
To my surprise, this young girl did not say thanks. I was cool with it because I thought that I had done something nice for a change. After the girl received her food and pulled away, I pulled into the ordering spot, not mad, but hungry, and the employee said, “Hi, that girl just paid for your food.”
That food was the most satisfying nourishment (营养品) my body had ever taken! If just by chance you are that person who bought my food, I should say “Thank you!”
1.The underlined part in the first paragraph probably means “_____”.
A．be friendly to others B．become angry
C．get warmer D．remain calm
2.What happened to the author according to the passage?
A．He remained lying in bed all the morning.
B．He didn’t feel well after drinking a cup of coffee.
C．He made room for a girl who jumped the queue.
D．He had a quarrel with a girl who didn’t stand in line.
3.How did the young girl show her thanks to the author?
A．She got out of her car and said thanks.
B．She drove away with her own food.
C．She received her food and waved goodbye.
D．She paid for the author’s food without him knowing.
4.The best title for the passage might be _____.
A．Kindness is spreading
B．Being patient wins respect
C．Being calm is important in accidents
D．Being polite can change the world
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请认真阅读下面短文，并根据所读内容在文章后表格中的空格里填入一个最恰当的单词。
注意： 每个空格只填1个单词。
Being yourself refers to not trying to copy anyone or do what isn’t your nature. Then what does it take to be yourself？First, you must know yourself inside. Looking inside is the key to knowing your positive aspects. If you yourself aren’t clear about who “YOU” are and what your personal analysis is, you’ll come to a dead end. It’s essential to be comfortable with yourself and think positively.
Once you’ve done a self analysis, it’s time to focus on this material world. Think about what you basically want to do and achieve in life. Make it clear to yourself what you like and do not like and what your passion (激情) is in your life. If you dislike something, don’t try to like it just because your best friend is fond of it. Focusing on your passion and interests will keep you positive.
Honesty is the best policy for being yourself. Be honest and express what you feel but make sure that you do not hurt others. Wherever you can speak out freely without holding anything back, it is best to be honest. That adds character to your personality and is essential for being yourself in a relationship as well.
Be confident but don’t be overconfident. You have to believe in what you do and what you want. If you hesitate, getting up and giving it your best shot with full confidence is what matters. Moreover, you should have faith in yourself. If you know who you are, it would not matter much what the whole world thinks of you. But that won’t mean that you have unrealistic expectations from yourself.
Understanding how to be yourself does not at all mean that you focus only on your inner self. I mean that your external (外在的) appearance also matters a lot. If you are poorly dressed or wearing your dad’s old T-shirt, no one would come and talk to you. So one needs to dress well and look good. Unless people come and talk to you, they would not know what kind of person you are. In a word, you need to have a combination of inner beauty and a smart appearance.
| Title: How to Be yourself | |
| Passage outline | Supporting details |
| Know yourself inside | ●Look inside to know your positive aspects. ●Be clear about who “YOU” are and know your personal analysis. ●Be comfortable with yourself and think (1)________ |
| Focus on this material world | ●Think about your (2)________goal in life. ●Be clear about your likes, dislikes and (3)________. ●Avoid (4)________yourself to like something you actually dislike. |
| Be (5). | ●Express your feeling without (6)________other people. ●Try to speak out freely and honestly. |
| Be confident but don’t be overconfident. | ●Believe in what you do and what you want. ●Have(7)________in yourself and don’t care about others’ opinions about you. ●Have(8)________expectations from yourself. |
| Don’t(9)________your external appearance. | ●Dress well and look good. ●(10)________your inner beauty with a smart appearance. |
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单词拼写（满分5分）
1.It is hard to p________him to stop smoking.
2.Everyone who often exercises can b________from it.
3.Do you feel h________when you’re often in difficulty.
4.If you’re not satisfied with this book, I can r ________you another one.
5.I will never f________you for the rude words you said to me last night.
6.He was a good worker who was ________(尽心尽力) to his family as well as his work.
7.What’s your ________(态度) towards this practice.
8.Do you feel ________(内疚的) when you have done sth that you shouldn’t do.
9.Mike realized his mistake, and ________(道歉) at once.
10.He would rather die than ________(背叛) his country.
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近几年来，越来越多的人们开始意识到愈演愈烈的环境污染问题。请结合下表提示以“Protect the Environment”为题写篇短文，谈谈自己的观点看法。
| 环境问题 | 空气和水的严重污染；过度砍伐树木。 |
| 保护环境的重要性 | 生态平衡正在被破坏，由此，人类的生存也正在面临威胁。 |
| 我的看法 | …… |
生态的 a. ecological 威胁 v. threaten
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