What time is it now?
A. 10:00. B. 9:50. C. 9:10.
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What does the woman think of the weather?
A. It’s cold. B. It’s nice. C. It’s warm.
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What will the man do?
A. Give a lecture. B. Attend a meeting. C. Leave his office.
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What is the woman’s opinion about the course?
A. Too hard. B. Very easy. C. Worth taking.
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（题文）What does the woman want the man do?
A. Speak louder. B. Turn off the radio. C. Apologize to her.
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听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What food does Sally like?
A. Chicken. B. Eggs. C. Fish.
2.What are the speakers going to do?
A. Go shopping. B. Order dishes. C. Cook dinner.
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听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Where are the speakers?
A. In the office. B. In a hospital. C. At home.
2.When is the report due?
A. Next Monday. B. Thursday. C. Friday.
3.What does George suggest Stephanie do with the report?
A. Improve it. B. Leave it with him. C. Hand it in later.
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听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Husband and wife. B. Salesperson and customer. C. Homeowner and cleaner.
2.What kind of apartment do the speakers prefer?
A. One without furniture.
B. One with two bed rooms.
C. One near a market.
3.How much rent should one pay for the one-bedroom apartment?
A. $ 350 B. $ 415. C. $ 400.
4.Where is the apartment the speakers would like to see?
A. On Lake Street. B. On Market. C. On South Street.
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Exploit your parking space
An unused parking space or garage can make money. If you live near a city center or an airport, you could make anything up to £200 or £300 a week. Put an advertisement for free on Letpark or Atmyhousepark.
Rent a room
Spare room? Not only will a lodger（房客）earn you an income, but also, thanks to the government-backed “rent a room” program, you won’t have to pay any tax on the first £4500 you make per year. Try advertising your room on Roomspare or Roommateeasy.
Make money during special events
Don’t want a full-time lodger? Then rent on a short-term basis. If you live in the capital, renting a room out during the Olympics or other big events could bring in money. Grashpadder can advertise your space.
Live on set
Renting your home out as a “film set” could earn you hundreds of pounds a day, depending on the film production company and how long your home is needed. A quick search on the Internet will bring up dozens of online companies that allow you to register your home for free—but you will be charged if your home gets picked.
Use your roof
You need the right kind of roof, but some energy companies pay the cost of fixing solar equipment (around £14,000), and let you use the energy produced for nothing. In return, they get paid for unused energy fed back into the National Grid. However, you have to sign a 25-year agreement with the supplier, which could prevent you from changing the roof.
1.If you earn £5,000 from renting a room in one year, the tax you need to pay will be based on _______.
A. £500 B. £800
C. £4500 D. £5000
2.Where can you put an advertisement to rent out a room during a big event?
A. On Letpark. B. On Roomspare.
C. On Grashpadder. D. On Roommateeasy.
3.If you want to use energy free, you have to _______.
A. keep the roof unchanged for within 25 years
B. sign an agreement with the government
C. sell the roof to some energy companies
D. pay around £14,000 for the equipment
4.For whom the text most probably written?
A. Lodgers. B. House owners.
C. Advertisers. D. Online companies
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I was never very neat, while my roommate Kate was extremely organized. Each of her objects had its place, but mine always hid somewhere. She even labeled (贴标签) everything. I always looked for everything. Over time, Kate got neater and I got messier. She would push my dirty clothing over, and I would lay my books on her tidy desk. We both got tired of each other.
War broke out one evening. Kate came into the room. Soon, I heard her screaming, “Take your shoes away! Why under my bed!” Deafened, I saw my shoes flying at me. I jumped to my feet and started yelling. She yelled back louder.
The room was filled with anger. We could not have stayed together for a single minute but for a phone call. Kate answered it. From her end of the conversation, I could tell right away her grandma was seriously ill. When she hung up, she quickly crawled under her covers, sobbing. Obviously, that was something she should not go through phone. All of a sudden, a warm feeling of sympathy rose up in my heart.
Slowly, I collected the pencils, took back the books, made my bed, cleaned the socks and swept the floor, even on her side. I got so into my work that I even didn't notice Kate had sat up. She was watching, her tears dried and her expression one of disbelief. Then, she reached out her hands to grasp mine. I looked up into her eyes. She smiled at me, “Thanks.”
Kate and I stayed roommates for the rest of the year. We didn't always agree, but we learned the key to living together: giving in, cleaning up and holding on.
1.What made Kate angry one evening?
A. She couldn’t find her books.
B. She heard the author shouting loud.
C. She got the news that her grandma was ill.
D. She saw the author's shoes beneath her bed.
2.The author tidied up the room most probably because _______.
A. she hated herself for being so messy
B. she was asked by Kate to do so
C. she was scared by Kate’s anger
D. she wanted to show her care
3.How is Paragraph 1 mainly developed?
A. By analyzing causes.
B. By describing a process.
C. By showing differences.
D. By following time order.
4.What might be the best title for the story?
A. My Friend Kate
B. Hard Work Pays Off
C. How to Be Organized
D. Learning to Be Roommates
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Should we allow modern buildings to be built next to older buildings in a historic area of a city? In order to answer this question, we must first examine whether people really want to preserve the historic feel of an area. Not all historical buildings are attractive. However, there may be other reasons—for example, economic reasons—why they should be preserved. So, let us assume that historical buildings are both attractive and important to the majority of people. What should we do then if a new building is needed?
In my view, new architectural styles can exist perfectly well alongside an older style. Indeed, there are many examples in my own hometown of Tours where modern designs have been placed very successfully next to old buildings. As long as the building in question is pleasing and does not dominate(影响) its surroundings too much, it often improves the attractiveness of the area.
It is true that there are examples of new buildings which have spoilt(破坏) the area they are in, but the same can be said of some old buildings too. Yet people still speak against new buildings in historic areas. I think this is simply because people are naturally conservative and do not like change.
Although we have to respect people’s feelings as fellow users of the buildings, I believe that it is the duty of the architect and planner to move things forward. If we always reproduced what was there before, we would all still be living in caves. Thus, I would argue against copying previous architectural styles and choose something fresh and different, even though that might be the more risky choice.
1.What does the author say about historical buildings in the first paragraph?
A. Some of them are not attractive.
B. Most of them are too expensive to preserve.
C. They are more pleasing than modern buildings.
D. They have nothing to do with the historic feel of an area.
2.Which of the following is TRUE according to the author?
A. We should reproduce the same old buildings.
B. Buildings should not dominate their surroundings.
C. Some old buildings have spoilt the area they are in.
D. No one understands why people speak against new buildings.
3.By “move things forward” in the last paragraph, the author probably means “_______”.
A. destroy old buildings B. put things in a different place
C. choose new architectural style D. respect people's feelings for historical buildings
4.What is the main purpose of the passage?
A. To explain why people dislike change.
B. To argue that modern buildings can be built in historic areas.
C. To warn that we could end up living in caves.
D. To admit how new buildings have ruined their surroundings.
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Even if you don't have to work, eat or sleep, you won't be able to get through all information on blogs and social networks. The problem we face is that much of this information seems very interesting at first glance. Actually, much of the information is unimportant, disposable and it distracts us from more meaningful pursuits. Worse still, when we spend lots of time consuming information from our social media streams, we may find it hard to concentrate on what we’re doing and we have a tendency to forget what we have consumed anyway.
A new study from Sweden’s KTH Royal Institute of Technology has found that too much social media exposure actually reduces your ability to process information and depletes (耗尽) your short-term working memory.
Our working memory plays a critical role in our capacity to filter (过滤) information and remember what is valuable but it is not a limitless resource. Erik Fransen, a professor in Computer Science at KTH and the leader of this is new study on social media overload says this can explain why our capacity (容量) for processing information begins to fail when we attempt to put more information in the working memory.
In fact, when you try to process the information like speech or video, you are going to need partly the same system of working memory, so you are reducing your own working memory capacity. And when you try to store many things in your working memory, you get less good at processing information.
It is the periods of downtime of your brain—preferably disconnected from the distractions of your computer or smartphone—that are needed for memory consolidation (巩固) and transferring important information to your exposure to new information. Besides, you can empty your mind of thoughts quickly to relax completely, go for a short walk or spend a few minutes listening to music. This will help you improve your capacity to process information and increase your productivity.
1.What can we learn about social media overload from Paragraph 1?
A. It distracts our attention. B. It is beneficial to us.
C. It brings us whatever we want. D. It keeps us informed of everything.
2.Why does your capacity for processing information begin to fall sometimes?
A. Much of the information is unimportant.
B. Your working memory is a limited resource.
C. You're less good at processing information.
D. You don't make the most of your brain.
3.Which is recommended to relax your brain?
A. Thinking over things carefully. B. Listening to music for a while.
C. Taking enough physical exercise. D. Focusing more on the present.
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Reasons to Take Part in Student Clubs and Organizations
Many college students don’t know what they’re missing by not taking part in the student clubs and organizations that are offered at most colleges and universities. Taking part in one can be a rich and rewarding experience. 1. Check them out and see what’s available. Here are a few reasons why you should take part in student clubs and organizations.
Meet new people.
It can be hard to meet new people in college especially in your first year. 2. However, in a club, you’ll find yourself in a smaller group of people who likely share your interest.
Help your major.
There are many student clubs and organizations for different majors and departments. Such clubs can be a lot of fun as well as a great academic resource for you. By joining an academic club you will probably have an easier time to know professors in your departments. 3.
Learn important leadership skills.
Student clubs and organizations can be a good way to learn important leadership skills that would look great on job applications. 4. These skills could be event planning, finance management, and so on. Find a club that you love being a part of your school life and if you work hard, you might be able to gain such a position.
5.
Lastly, student clubs and organizations can simply be a lot of fun. Make sure to take advantage of student clubs and organizations to make the most out of your time in college!
A. Have fun.
B. Never waste energy.
C. Class sizes can be big.
D. Take advantage of your major.
E. In a club, you will be able to gain other important skills.
F. So don’t just walk past those tables during clubs week.
G. And you might even get access to study help and other academic advice.
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I always wondered how people would react if I tried to approach a total stranger for help in a busy place like a street corner or a mall. I have always _________ a stranger who tried to catch my _________ in a busy place.
Yesterday I was in a busy shopping mall buying a large piece of luggage because I just had the _________ to do it after many days of planning. After the _________, I picked up my phone from my pocket to call my driver waiting in the parking lot but my phone was _________.
Then I requested the shop assistant who had _________ sold me the merchandise (which was not cheap), if she could ring my driver for me. She _________ that it was the shop policy that they cannot use _________ while working in the shop.
After I got out of the shop onto the busy street, I _________ a young mother with her two kids to make the same __________. As soon as I said “Excuse me, madam!” she grabbed her kids and ran. I __________ a kidnapper(绑匪).
I stood there wondering how many times I had __________ to strangers like the young __________. I stood there in the __________ street with people rushing by, looking at their faces to see if there was a sign of __________ on their face.
I saw a man pretty shabbily dressed compared to me who __________ to notice me. I just stopped him and made my request. He __________ called my driver and waited till my car came to make sure I was picked up, turned around __________ I could thank him adequately and was gone.
I was __________ by kindness and hope I will do __________ to strangers who try to catch my attention from now on.
1.A. helped out B. hurried by C. smiled at D. taken in
2.A. attention B. thought C. devotion D. sympathy
3.A. right B. time C. ability D. way
4.A. rest B. lunch C. bargain D. purchase
5.A. lost B. dead C. gone D. wrong
6.A. still B. simply C. just D. even
7.A. believed B. promised C. replied D. predicted
8.A. phones B. clocks C. watches D. computers
9.A. noticed B. recognized C. welcomed D. approached
10.A. mistake B. request C. apology D. comment
11.A. met B. appeared C. felt like D. ran after
12.A. referred B. objected C. reacted D. applied
13.A. driver B. assistant C. man D. mum
14.A. busy B. clean C. deserted D. dark
15.A. eagerness B. forgiveness C. thankfulness D. kindness
16.A. pretended B. seemed C. managed D. attempted
17.A. suddenly B. frequently C. actually D. immediately
18.A. before B. when C. unless D. while
19.A. disappointed B. puzzled C. surprised D. frightened
20.A. similarly B. normal C. quickly D. carefully
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China has once again showed its ability to change the world with its “new four great 1. (invent)”—high-speed rail, electronic payment, shared bicycle, and online shopping
China’s new-generation high-speed train, the Fuxing, is now one of the 2. (fast) trains in the world, which can travel at a speed of 350 km/h. Besides high-speed rail, China 3. (improve) people’s lives in many other innovative (创新的) ways over the last decade.
Bike sharing, for example, is not new itself. But China has made 4.much more convenient and popular both in China 5.overseas. Leading Chinese bike-sharing companies Mobike and Ofo are now operating in foreign countries such as Singapore and Britain.
And back in China, when riding a shared bike, you can stop 6. (buy) and eat whatever you want 7. (simple) with a tap of your phone. You could easily pay with your smartphone by 8. (scan) the seller’s QR code. Cashless payment has grown into a 9. (choose)for Chinese people—even a pancake seller is using Alipay.
Besides, the four innovative ways of life are most appealing 10.youths from 20 countries participating in the Belt and Road innovation, and they wish their countries would emulate(仿效) China in terms of technological achievement
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假如英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌的以下作文，文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加，删除或修改。
增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号(∧)，并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线(\)划掉。
修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：1. 每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；
2. 只允许修改10处，多者(从第11处起) 不计分。
When I was still young in my high school, my mother dragged me to play basketball to lose weight. However, it was turned out to be a bitter failure because I devoted my time on study. One day, a friend of mine contacted me and suggested that we started to swim. Without any hesitation, I agreed because we all thought that it was coolest thing in the world. I couldn’t forget the day on that I was thrown into the cold water. Fortunately, I survived. Honest speaking, I had a hard time recovered from the shock. Then my friend teaches me to hold my breath underwater. Finally, I succeeded. Now realizing that taking exercises is beneficial to my health, I develop a strong taste for swimming, which becomes part of my life.
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假定你是李华，得知你的美国朋友Larry在“汉语桥”（Chinese Bridge）演讲比赛中获得第一名，请你给他写封信，内容包括：
表示祝贺；
赞叹他的努力；
期待见面交流。
注意： 1.词数100左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，使行文连贯。
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