Opened in September 2005, Hong Kong Disneyland is the second Disney Park in Asia. It experienced a difficult time upon its opening. The Park, as well as two themed hotels, was built on Lantau Island.
The Park opened to strong competition in the form of Ocean Park. Hong Kong Disneyland is one of only two parks in Hong Kong, which has become one of the world's leading cities in recent years. It kept Chinese cultural traditions in mind when they built the Park to avoid a cultural backlash (抵制). Designers added to the custom of Feng Shui.
Disney and Hong Kong announced the Park in 1999, and construction began in 2003. The Park had one of the shortest construction periods in Disney history. Disney actually announced that the opening of the Park would be brought forward, from 2006 to September 2005.
The Park attracted 5.2 million visitors in its first year, below the expected 5.6 million. There was a lack of attractions, with Fantasyland opening with just one dark ride. Summer Passes were announced to increase the number of tourists. Autopia, Stitch Encounter and it's a Small World opened between 2006 and 2008 to offer more attractions at the Park.
The number of tourists dropped in 2007 to just over 4 million, so Disney planned a big expansion (扩大) project to attract more tourists and bring the Park back to its normal level. In July 2009, the Legislative Council of Hong Kong passed a three-land expansion of Hong Kong Disneyland, and in 2010, Toy Story Land opened.
These new attractions have certainly paid off, with the Park earning record profit (盈利) in 2013. In that year, over 7 million guests entered the Park.
With enough room for a second Park and the promise of more attractions to come, it seems that there is indeed a great beautiful tomorrow for Hong Kong Disneyland.
1.What do we know about Hong Kong Disneyland upon its opening?
A.It was the best Disney Park in Asia. B.It wasn't very successful at first.
C.It didn't face much competition. D.It was against Chinese culture.
2.Compared to most other Disney parks, Hong Kong Disneyland ________.
A.is much smaller in size B.has more customs to consider
C.had a longer preparation for opening D.had a shorter period of time for construction
3.What's the author's attitude toward the future of Hong Kong Disneyland?
A.Hopeful. B.Worried.
C.Uninterested. D.Doubtful.
Among the many things that Brisbane(布里斯班), Australia, does really well, is the care for kids. Here's a list of places that we think will be suitable for your kids.
Swimming pools
Simple way for happiness: mix kids with water.Of course, this is a choice for the hot summer months.
Parks
Free outdoor fun—that's what Brisbane's parks offer kids of all ages. Parks encourage imagination and activity for little people and a place for parents to let them run wild.
The Children's Art Centre
The Children's Art Centre has proven very popular with their programs and exhibitions. We love the artist－run workshops and performances (unusually you must pay some money) specially designed for children too.
South Bank Parklands
South Bank Parklands has everything you need to keep little ones amused. Take them for a swim at the man－made beach, play on one of the playgrounds by the river.On weekends, go through the arts market or go to a cheap movie at the South Bank cinema.South Bank Parklands often hosts free events and performances too.
Roma Street Parkland
Close to bus transport, this inner city parkland is easily accessible(可进入的) and ideal for kids of all ages. Younger kids can take a trip on the Jelly Bean Express, a 1.3 km trackless train ride around the parkland or there's a playground to explore. Free entry and open daily.
Skating and climbing
We love the places that let the kids expend all that youthful energy.Take them roller skating(滑旱冰) or ice skating.Or try rock climbing at a variety of indoor and outdoor places around Brisbane.
1.If your kids want to watch performances for free, you can take them to ________．
A.South Bank Parklands B.Roma Street Parkland
C.The Children's Art Centre D.Parks
2.What can we know about Roma Street Parkland?
A.It opens only at weekends.
B.Only younger kids can visit it.
C.We need not buy tickets for a visit.
D.You have to walk when visiting it.
3.What do kids love best in the Children's Art Centre in Brisbane ________．
A.Man－made beach B.Some exhibitions
C.Arts market D.Cheap movies
4.What does the text mainly talk about?
A.Brisbane—a beautiful city in Australia.
B.Some interesting places for kids in Brisbane.
C.The best time to visit Brisbane.
D.How to travel in Brisbane.
阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
Ali and his younger sister, Zahra, lived with their parents in a poor neighborhood. Their mother was very sick and their father was struggling to find a job, and they had only a little money with which to buy food. As they had not paid the rent for several months, the landlord was breathing down their necks(盯着他们).
One day, Ali took Zahra’s shoes to a shoe repairman to be fixed, but he lost them on the way home. It wasn’t until he got home that he realized he had lost the shoes. He was afraid that his parents would be angry and disappointed, so he begged his sister to keep it secret. Zahra agreed and the two decided to share Ali’s running shoes. Zahra’s school hours were in the morning, so she would wear them first. After school, she would rush back and give them to Ali. He could then run to his school, which began in the afternoon. Although he ran as fast as he could, Ali often arrived late and was warned by the school.
Ali heard about a long distance race that was held for the boys in the city. When he learned that the third prize was a new pair of shoes, he decided to take part. He ran home excitedly and promised his sister that he would win her the new shoes.
The day of race arrived. Ali had a strong start, but halfway through the race he began to get tired and his legs began to ache. Getting more and more exhausted he thought only of Zahra and his promise to her. Dreaming of the new shoes he would win for his sister gave him strength, and he stayed right behind the two fastest runners, determined to finish third. Suddenly, as the finish line drew near, another runner collided(碰撞) with Ali from behind and he crashed to the ground.
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2. 应使用5个以上短文中标有下划线的关键词语；
3. 续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好；
4. 续写完成后，请用下划线标出你所使用的关键词语。
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假定你是某高中国际班班长李华,期中考试后,你校将举行高一新生篮球比赛。届时,与你们班结对学习的英国学生Henry也将来参加。请你写封邮件告知他比赛相关事宜。内容包括：
1.比赛时间和地点：11月28—30日,每天下午2—5点;学校篮球场；
2.你们班首场比赛：11月28日,对阵16班。
3.自拟一项其它注意事项。
注意：1. 词数100左右；
2. 可适当加入细节,以使内容充实、行文连贯;
3. 信的开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。
Dear Henry,
In order to enrich our school life,
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Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
Danger is not what we expect. But the truth is that it often comes suddenly and unexpectedly. How can we get out of danger? There are many answers to this question. The key is whether we can face danger 1.(brave).
What you must remember is that you must believe in 2.(you). Just remember that it is you 3. can defeat any danger. Tell yourself that you can turn into a superwoman or a superman when you are 4. danger. This is why I am going to tell you the stories of Mrs. Weldon and Dr. Murray.
Mrs. Weldon reported that her baby was about 5.(knock) down by a car when she was trying to save her baby. Mrs. Weldon 6.(weigh) only forty kilograms. She looked as if she was a very weak lady often
7.(dress) in skirts, but she said she pushed the car to save her baby. Dr. Murray, a zoologist, wrote that he , after 8. some wolves ran, jumped nearly three meters high into the air to take hold of the 9.(low) branch of a tree. Perhaps you are wondering if you can do such things as they did. You can also be lucky to escape any 10.(injure)!
It would be my first Thanksgiving since my father moved to heaven, and it would also be my first Thanksgiving being away from my family. Holidays are_______when you can't be with family, and I was mourning(哀悼)the _______ of my dad and feeling sad about being _______ from my family in Indiana. But, that sadness turned into _______when it hit me: I was going to have to prepare a traditional Thanksgiving_______myself!
That night at Dubya's Restaurant，which was our favorite place to _______, I began discussing the dilemma (困境)with Jeff. “It's too bad that this place won't be_______on Thanksgiving, or we could just come here, ”I said. Dubya, the owner of the restaurant, happened to be_______by our table when I said those words.“You mean you expect me to _______ for you on Thanksgiving, too？” he teased. “Well，I guess you'll just have to come to our ________since the restaurant will be closed then.”
We'd become ________with Dubya and his wife, as we ate at Dubya's twice a week; however, I didn't think we were close enough to ________Thanksgiving dinner with his family. I was sure he was ________.But as we headed toward the door, Dubya handed Jeff a note with directions to their house and their phone number.“You’re ________？” I asked.“Of course, ” he said.
And, two days later, we reached Dubya's house. Everyone________ us. As expected, the food was delicious but the company was even better. We truly felt that we________there.
Of course, I wrote them a thank-you note the next week, but I couldn't really ________ into words what that Thanksgiving dinner ________ had meant to us. I've never forgotten their kindness and that very ________ Thanksgiving.
So, here's my suggestion to you this year. If you know someone who will be dining alone on Thanksgiving, why not invite that person over to________ your family?
1.A.happy B.interesting C.tough D.noisy
2.A.loss B.pressure C.change D.success
3.A.missed B.separated C.passed D.gone
4.A.anger B.peace C.panic D.love
5.A.decoration B.ceremony C.clothes D.dinner
6.A.dance B.walk C.dine D.sing
7.A.open B.clean C.warm D.dry
8.A.cheering B.taking C.leading D.passing
9.A.wait B.cook C.care D.look
10.A.house B.school C.theatre D.factory
11.A.similar B.ordinary C.different D.familiar
12.A.share B.prepare C.give D.argue
13.A.joking B.doubting C.blaming D.praising
14.A.silly B.kind C.selfish D.serious
15.A.knew B.welcomed C.pushed D.called
16.A.refused B.belonged C.turned D.referred
17.A.put B.get C.make D.break
18.A.communication B.notice C.plan D.invitation
19.A.expensive B.special C.same D.fond
20.A.stop B.pay C.join D.follow
