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Recently，I flew to Las Vegas to attend a meeting. As we were about to arrive，the pilot announced with apology that there would be a slight before setting down. High desert winds had ________the airport to close all but one runway. He said that we would be ________ the city for a few minutes waiting to ________. We were also told to remain in our seats meanwhile（同时） with our seat belts fastened there might be a few bumps(颠簸)．Well，that few minutes turned into about four—five minutes，including a ride that would make a roller coaster(过山车)by comparison（比较起来）.
The movement was so fierce(猛烈的) that several passengers felt and had to use airsickness（晕机） bags. As you might guess，that’s not good thing to have happen in a(n) ________ space because it only to increase the discomfort of the situation. 
About twenty minutes into the adventure，the entire airplane became very .
There was now a sense of anxiety and fear that could be noticed．Every passenger simply held on for dear life …except one. A was having a good time! With each bump of the__ ___he would let out a giggle(咯咯的笑)of delight. As I observed this，I that he didn’t know he was supposed to be afraid and worried about his .He neither thought about the past nor about the future .Those are what we grown—ups have learned from.He was the ride because had not yet been taught to fear it. Having understood this，I took a deep breath and ________ back into my seat，pretending（假装） I was ________ on a roller coaster. I smiled for the rest of the flight. I evento giggle once or twice ,much to the chagrin(懊恼)of the man sitting next to me holding the airsickness bag.
1.A. mistake B. delay(延期) C. change D. wind
2.A. forced B. warned C. swept D. reminded
3.A. watching B. visiting C. circling D. crossing
4.A. arrive B. enter C. stop D. land
5.A. if B. though C. because D. while
6.A. light B. pale C. difficult D. quick
7.A. sick B. nervous C. a ngry D. afraid
8.A. empty B. narrow C. secret D. open
9.A. happens B. continues C. fails D. serves
10.A. quiet B. hot C. dirty D. crowded
11.A. partly B. gradually C. shortly(立刻) D. clearly
12.A. pilot B. baby C. guard D. man
13.A. seats B. passengers C. flight D. airplane
14.A. realized B. hoped C. agreed D. insisted
15.A. health B. safety C. joy D. wealth
16.A. teachers B. books C. experience D. friends
17.A. learning B. taking C. missing D. enjoying
18.A. sat B. jumped C. went D. rode
19.A. nearly B. finally C. really D. suddenly
20.A. attempted B. managed C. wanted D. decided
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If you go to the Flamingo Las Vegas, you will never forget it. It is one of the oldest Las Vegas hotels. There are lots of wonderful Las Vegas shows that will leave a good impression on you. Here are the Las Vegas shows being performed at the hotel.
Donny and Marie
Donny and Marie is a family-friendly variety show. It is performed by well-known Donny and Marie Osmond on all weekdays except on Sundays and Mondays. The show follows the winning formula of their 1970s TV program, incorporating dancing, humor and all of their hit songs. It starts at 7:30 pm and each ticket costs at least $91.25.
Olivia Newton-John
Grammy award-winning singer Olivia Newton-John is “hopelessly devoted” to perform for many of her fans, opening “Summer Nights” to perform many of her best-loved songs during her four decades long career. Alongside an eight-piece band, Newton-John will share stories about her career and sing many songs. Concert-goers can buy meet and greet tickets at $249. Regular price tickets start from $78.5. The show starts at 7:30 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Vinnie Favorito
Vinnie Favorito is a famous actor who is known to make people laugh. His jokes are very popular. Unlike other comedians who use pre-developed material, Vinnie Farorito gets his comedy from his interaction with people in the audience. The tickets start from $68.95. Performance days are six days per week except Sundays. Show time is 8:00 pm.
X Burlesque
X Burlesque is a wonderful show performed by six dancing ladies. The show is filled with popular music that suits everyone’s taste from rock to country and a variety of dancing styles that allow each dancer to showcase her unique talents. The tickets start from $50.26. It is a daily show at 10:00 pm.
1.What do these shows have in common?
A. They are free for children.
B. They are hosted by a woman.
C. They are performed every day.
D. They are performed in the Flamingo Las Vegas.
2.If a young couple wants to see Olivia Newton-John in the flesh, they have to pay .
A. 78.5 dollars
B. 157 dollars
C. 249 dollars
D. 498 dollars
3.From the passage we can learn that .
A. Vinnie Favorito comes to perform every day
B. Vinnie Favorito’s jokes come from communicating with the audience
C. Children are not allowed to see Donny and Marie show
D. Olivia Newton-John often holds concerts in summer
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Many people traveled to Las Vegas, Nevada last week for the 50th Consumer Electronics Show, or CES. The show is said to have the largest collection of new electronic devices in the world.
The show had many examples of “smart home” devices. “Smart home” technology is designed to make life easier for people by letting computers control many things inside our homes. One such device actually begins working outside the home, when someone arrives and rings the doorbell.
“When someone comes to your front door and rings the doorbell, the light can turn on immediately. I get a notification when I’m halfway around the world that someone came, and I can start talking to the person who’s at my front door, and I can say, ‘Oh, here let me let you in,’ I can unlock the door for them very easily.” Said Vivint, a smart home service provider.
One electronics maker launched a device that lets people see and interact with their animals when they are away. The device, from Petcube, lets you remotely watch and talk to your pet through a personal device, according to a company official. It can even give the pet a treat—if you approve and order it.
For heating or cooling, there is a smart thermostat. This device can also send you a message if a big storm causes leaks of flooding. “We’re trying to catch it with just a few drips before it becomes a real big problem,” said Mike Sale of iDevices.
A concern for many homeowners is the possibility that someone else might find a way to attack these smart home devices. An official from Vivint said his company is sure that only owners of the home can gain use of information on the devices. Warren Katz from iDevices said his company employs engineers from the defense industry to help prevent hacking.
1.What can be learned about the show?
A. It created much attraction to consumers.
B. It has been held in Las Vegas many times.
C. It only exhibited smart home devices.
D. It is the largest show ever held.
2.What’s the purpose of Paragraph 3?
A. To explain how to answer the door.
B. To illustrate a smart home device.
C. To tell a story about nice devices.
D. To introduce a home service provider.
3.What may happen in the future according to the given examples?
A. Computers may replace human workers one day.
B. A stranger can come into your house even if you’re out.
C. The house can repair for itself if a storm causes damage.
D. You can take good care of your animals while you’re away.
4.What can be inferred about the smart home device from the last paragraph?
A. Information on the devices is easy to get.
B. Many of the devices are not available now.
C. Homeowners are concerned about its operation.
D. Its safety can be guaranteed at present.
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听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Which city’s information does the woman hope to get?
A. New York. B. Las Vegas. C. New Orleans.
2.Which festival is mentioned in the conversation?
A. Easter Day. B. New Year’s Day. C. Valentine’s Day.
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They desired that they __________ the right to attend the meeting.
| A．had | B．have | C．are | D．were |
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They desired that they __________ the right to attend the meeting.
A．had B．have C．are D．were
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They desired that they __________ the right to attend the meeting.
A．had B．have C．are D．were
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They desired that they __________ the right to attend the meeting.
| A．had | B．have | C．are | D．were |
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They desired that they __________ the right to attend the meeting.
A. had B. have C. are D. were
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As is often the case, when people are attending to meetings, having meals or waiting for buses, you can always find them addicting to their phones, completely ignoring others.
This is really a common phenomena in our life. The reason is why smart phones nowadays can be used for people to play mobile games and kept in touch with friends through QQ and WeChat. Therefore, too much exposure to phones are bad for people in terms of health. Moreover, people involved in phones fail to communicate well with these around them.
As far as I am concerned, people should wisely make use of their phones to help their work and study. Meanwhile, care much about their family and friends rather than mobile phones.
