I have a story about raising free-range (自由放养) kids. This past Columbus Day, my husband and I went fishing with some friends on their boat while our10 and 8-year-old kids were in school. We left the house all at the same time, about 7 a. m. My children walked to and from school every day and we knew they would be OK for a couple hours by themselves anyway. We told them to go home after school and we would be home around 4 p. m.
We live on the Gulf Coast, and since it was a beautiful day, all of the adults decided to go fishing off-shore. At around 2 p. m. after a good harvest from the sea, we started back to the shore and unfortunately after some time, we ran out of gas. We were out of cellphone service, and what was even worse was that 911 wasn’t working. We didn’t have a radio either. Therefore, we were stuck waiting for someone to pass by. We were out there until 10 p. m. All the while my children were at home, expecting us to return shortly after they got home. At about 7 p. m. , when it was getting dark, my 10-year-old daughter thought something might be wrong so she walked to each house on the street until someone answered the door and asked the person what they should do. This was how we were finally found by the game warden (管理员) on the coast and “rescued”.
Talking with that neighbor the next day, I was never so proud of my children. This neighbour explained to me, “What calmness both of your children showed when explaining the situation and how impressed I was with your children seeking help, even though they didn’t know me.” I never doubted him for a minute, though next time we go fishing we’ll monitor the gas more carefully.
1.What did the author probably feel at the very start of returning to the shore?
A.Anxious. B.Frightened.
C.Pleased. D.Disappointed.
2.Why couldn’t the parents call their children when going back to the shore?
A.They didn’t carry a radio. B.Their boat was out of gas.
C.They believed in their children. D.There was no phone signal there.
3.What was the author’s reaction to his neighbor’s words?
A.He thanked his neighbor. B.He was not surprised.
C.He didn’t agree with his neighbor. D.He needed to think for himself.
4.What is the best title for the text?
A.Stuck on the Sea B.A Brave Girl
C.A Thrilling Experience D.Lost at Sea
Great places where you can travel for the coming 2020 New Year’s Eve you'll never forget:
Sydney
Sydney, Australia, is the first major international city to greet the New Year at midnight. The major fireworks display takes place at Sydney Harbour with the Opera House and Harbour Bridge providing a spectacular (壮观的) backdrop.
Taipei, Taiwan
New Year’s Eve in Taipei, the capital city of the island of Taiwan, is a visual spectacle. The city’s tallest building, Taipei 101, is the launching pad for an unforgettable fireworks show. Prime spots to take in the event include National Dr. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall and the Xinyi Commercial District, which gets quite crowded.
Cape Town
Cape Town is one of the most beautifully situated cities in Africa and the world. New Year’s Eve fireworks make it all the more spectacular. If you’re looking for a place with delicious food and a view of the festivities, Baia Seafood Restaurant is a good choice. If you’re in the mood for a party, Cape Point Vineyards is one of many places to consider.
Las Vegas
Vegas is lit up year-round, but it goes all out for New Year’s Eve. The street is closed off to vehicles, and pedestrians take over for an unforgettable festival. At midnight, various casinos (赌场) launch an impressive fireworks off the roofs of their buildings.
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1.Where do the major fireworks display take place in Sydney?
A.Sydney Harbour. B.The Opera House.
C.Harbour Bridge. D.Taipei 101.
2.Which of the following places is almost lighted throughout the year?
A.Sydney. B.Taipei.
C.Cape Town. D.Las Vegas.
3.Where would you be most likely to find the text?
A.On a website. B.On a notice board.
C.In a company brochure. D.In a college newspaper.
阅读下面短文，根据其内容写一篇 60 词左右的内容概要。
With the development of the computer, virtual reality ( 虚 拟 现 实 ) steps in our life. If something is virtual, then it is created by computer technology and appears as if it were real.VR is a computer system with a special headset(耳机). When you put on the headset, you will look at two tiny television screens. They are so close to your eyes as if you see just one picture and you will believe that you have entered a different world. In many systems, you also wear special gloves. With the gloves you can reach out and touch things in the unreal world.
The first VR games, which have already been sold around the world,enable you to drive a sports car,fly a plane, or fight an enemy.In the future, it may be difficult to tell the virtual world of the games from the real world outside. However, VR is not just for entertainment. One day, delighted children will be able to learn history by visiting the pyramids of Egypt. In addition,businesses will be able to use VR for many tasks. Pilot will be able to practise flying virtual planes before they go into the air. VR can help us improve the world in hundreds of ways.
However, some people have warned that there could be dangers. It might be dangerous if we do something wrong, or if people do not want to return to reality because it is safer than real life. Besides, we will forget how to live and work with real people.
There will be some problems with VR, as it is new for us. However,one thing is for sure: VR is here to stay.Get ready to step into another world!
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假定你是某校高一学生李华，下面的通知引起了你的注意。请根据通知内容和要求向学校写一封申请信。
VOLUNTEERS WANTED
The 7th CISM Military World Games ( 第 七 届 世 界 军 人 运 动 会 ) will be held in Wuhan. Volunteers are wanted to offer service to visitors from all over the world.
Requirements:
1.Fluency in English(英语流利)
2.Excellence in personality(性格随和)
3.A good knowledge of Wuhan(熟悉武汉)
If interested, please send your application in English to the office before Friday.
注意:
1.词数 80 左右:
2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯:
3.开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear Sir or Madam,
I'm glad that the 2019 CISM Military World Games will be held in Wuhan.
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阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1 个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。
A great fire has destroyed the old cathedral(大教堂)of Notre-Dame(巴黎圣母院) in Paris, one of France’s 1.(famous) landmarks.
Thousands of people gathered in the streets around the cathedral, watching the flames in silence. Some of them could be seen crying. Watching such a famous old building 2. (destroy) is extremely 3.(shock) to any French person.
No other site represents France like Notre-Dame,4. receives almost 13 million visitors each year, more than the Eiffel Tower. The Eiffel Tower, is little more than a century old while Notre-Dame 5. (stand) tall above Paris since the 1200s. It has given 6. (it) name to one of the country’s literary masterpieces. Victor Hugo’s The Hunchback of Notre-Dame(《钟楼怪人》)is known 7. the French simply as Notre-Dame de Paris.
The three large rose 8.(window) have been destroyed by the fire. Fortunately, the main structure, 9.(include) the two bell towers, has been saved. Also the most 10. (value) cultural relics have survived.
I never thought I would be a “runner”. I was the girl who ran slowest in the PE class.A few years ago, I was walking with a group of friends in the Race for the Cure, a 5km race designed to ___ money for the fight against breast cancer,____one lady caught my____.
She was one of the ____ women I've ever seen. She must have been close to seventy years old, ____ a T-shirt with the word “Survivor”. She was so small that it seemed as if she could even be turned over by a strong wind. But, she was running. And she was____ me and my group of friends. She ran slowly, but ____ ---- as if each step pushed her cancer further into her past. Right at that moment, I____that in the next Race for the Cure, I'd be___ along with her.
A week later, I found myself in the____, running on the treadmill ( 跑 步 机 ) .Three minutes after I started, my face was bright red, I felt like my lungs were going to ____. I ___slow down to a walk. I thought of the____ at the race. I kept it up. I was able to go a little____each time. Three and a half minutes. Four minutes.Five.
A year later, I was____at the Race for the Cure, but this time, I____ with the runners. When the race started, the other runners passed me by. I ran forward. I____ if I'd be able to do it. But then, I remembered the____ woman. I ran as fast as I could until I finally crossed that finish line. I had just____my first race! I looked down at my legs, amazed. They had done something I'd never thought____ . I have never felt stronger than at that moment. And I knew that I wanted to do it again.
1.A.collect B.use C.make D.save
2.A.while B.until C.when D.before
3.A.breath B.hand C.arm D.attention
4.A.best-looking B.easiest-going C.weakest-looking D.smartest-looking
5.A.pulling B.holding C.wearing D.waving
6.A.seeing B.watching C.passing D.calling
7.A.determinedly B.strangely C.excitedly D.anxiously
8.A.agreed B.decided C.learned D.explained
9.A.walking B.talking C.swimming D.running
10.A.shop B.street C.gym D.park
11.A.calm B.settle C.burst D.breathe
12.A.liked to B.had to C.got to D.preferred to
13.A.prize B.survivor C.woman D.plan
14.A.earlier B.farther C.harder D.longer
15.A.again B.even C.ever D.still
16.A.watched B.stood C.traveled D.paced
17.A.wandered B.witnessed C.wondered D.wished
18.A.kind B.honest C.generous D.brave
19.A.entered B.won C.finished D.missed
20.A.possible B.right C.good D.necessary
