The explorer along with several colleagues ______ to the annual ceremony to talk about their experience.

A.invites B.invited C.was invited D.were invited

I shall never forget those years _______ I spent on the farm with the farmers, _______ has a great effect on my life.

A.when; who B.that; which C.which; that D.when; which

—How long ____you _____the latest private car?

—Only about two months. It looks as good as new.

A.did; buy B.have; bought C.have; had D.are; having

在你成长过程中一定有一些对你有帮助，对你很重要的人．假如你是李华，请你用英语写一篇短文给校刊投稿．

内容包括：

1．对你很重要的人是谁

2．对你很重要的原因

3．你想如何回报他（她）。

注意：词数不少于100（文章开头已给出，不计入字数）．

On the journey of my growth， there are many people who have cared about me and helped me when I'm in trouble.

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假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。错误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(∧)，并在其下面写上该加的词。

删除:把多余的词用斜线(＼)划掉。

修改:在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写上修改后的词。

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

I like travelling and my dream of visiting Beijing, the capital city of our country, come true during the National Day holidays this year. My mother booked an one-day tour for me. On the morning of October 1st I went to Tian’anmen Square with one of my classmates , there we watched the flag-raising ceremony. As I watched the flag rising slowly, I sang the national anthem, feeling extreme proud. Several hours later, a grand military parade was held mark the People's Republic of China's 70th founding anniversary. In the afternoon we decided to go to other famous tourist attraction, like the Great Wall. When we reached the destination, it was crowded with tourists. I was glad for which those volunteers had done for little kids and elderly people . Standing on the Great wall, we couldn’t help admire the splendid scenery. This travelling, with doubt, meant a lot of to me.

阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的内容或括号内单词的正确形式。

With fewer than 2, 000 giant pandas left in the wild, the sighting of one of the lovely animals is a cause for 1. (celebrate). However, the one recently spotted walking through a bamboo forest in China’s Sichuan Province is even more so, 2. (consider) that it is the worlds first known all-white panda!

It 3. (spot) by an infrared (红外线的) camera set up to monitor the wildlife in the Wolong National Nature Reserve on May 25, 2019, 4. is also home to China’s first giant panda breeding and research center. Wolong officials estimate the panda, whose sex is hard 5. (determine) from the photo, is between one and two years old.

6. is generally believed that the giant pandas unique black and white coloring allows it to blend in with the snow during winter or to hide in the shade during summer. Some 7. (scientist) also believe the dark circles around the eyes help the panda bears recognize each other. 8. (lucky), the lack of markings does not seem to have affected the all-white panda so far.

The researchers say albino (白化病) animals are rare in general. That’s because it can only happen if both parents carry the gene. With so few specimens of panda bears left in the world, the possibility of that happening is almost next 9. impossible. Researchers believe if its offspring can be photographed, it will be 10. (value) for further research.

Many years ago a big earthquake hit America,killing over 30,000 people.A father ___ his wife safely at home and rushed to the ___ where his son was supposed to be,___ to discover that the building was as flat as a pancake.

Seeing this,he remembered the ___ he had made to his son,“No matter what happens,I’ll always be there for you!” Tears began to ___ his eyes.As he looked at the pile of ___ that once was the school,it looked ___,but he kept remembering his words to his son.

He began to concentrate ___ where he had ___ his son to class before.Remembering his son’s ____ had been in the right back corner of the teaching building,he rushed there and started digging ____ the ruins.

He kept digging and digging.Hours later,other ____ parents tried to pull him off ____ had been his son’s classroom,saying,“It’s too late!They’re all dead!”

But the father kept digging for his son.The fire chief ____ and said,“Fires are breaking out.You’re in ____.Go home.” Hearing this,the American father,____ very tired now,asked politely,“Are you going to help me?”

He went on ____.He dug for 8 hours ...12 hours ...24 hours ...36 hours ...then,in the 38th hour,he heard his son’s ____.He screamed his son’s name,“ARMAND!” And he heard his son shout back,“Dad?!It’s me,Dad!I told the other kids not to worry.I told them that if you were ____ you’d save us.You promised no matter what happened,you’d always be there for me!You did ____,Dad!”

1.A. left    B. stayed    C. reached    D. had

2.A. house    B. company    C. school    D. office

3.A. hardly    B. mainly    C. surprisingly    D. only

4.A. belief    B. promise    C. decision    D. advice

5.A. rise    B. cover    C. fill    D. suffer

6.A. ruins    B. disasters    C. earth    D. bricks

7.A. sad    B. hopeless    C. needless    D. useless

8.A. at    B. in    C. to    D. on

9.A. walked    B. let    C. run    D. seen

10.A. doorway    B. situation    C. classroom    D. entrance

11.A. from    B. through    C. by    D. across

12.A. cold-hearted    B. well-meaning    C. good-looking    D. hard-working

13.A. who    B. when    C. whose    D. what

14.A. showed up    B. showed off    C. got up    D. got off

15.A. frustration    B. difficulty    C. danger    D. fear

16.A. and    B. but    C. if    D. though

17.A. lonely    B. alone    C. together    D. as well

18.A. sound    B. voice    C. noise    D. shout

19.A. right    B. dead    C. alive    D. injured

20.A. that    B. this    C. one    D. it

根据短文内容，从选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中两项为多余选项。

Our Fears Can Change the Reality of the Situation

At times, our worries and anxieties can defeat us. In addition, our worries can change our understanding of what is reality and what is not. Here is a brief list of techniques that you can use to help gain a better viewpoint on things during the anxious moments.

1.A person should take a deep breath and try to find something to do for a few minutes to get their mind off the problem. A person could get some fresh air, listen to some music, or do an activity that will give them a fresh perspective on things.

Remember that our fearful thoughts are made to seem worse and can make the problem worse.2.When unexpectedly having thoughts that make you fearful or anxious, challenge these thoughts by asking yourself positive questions that will maintain objectivity and common sense.

Be smart in how you deal with fears and anxieties. Do not try to deal with everything all at once. When facing a current or upcoming task that makes you anxious, break the task into small ones.3.

Remember that all the worrying in the world will not change anything. Most of what you worry about never comes true.4.Then you should leave everything else in the hands of God.

It is not easy to deal with all the fears and worries. When your fears and anxieties have the best of you, try to calm down and then get the facts of the situation. The key is to take it slow. All you can do is do your best each day, hope for the best, and when something does happen, take it easy.5.

A.Take it one step at a time and things will work out well at last.

B.When feeling anxious, stop what you are doing and try to do something relaxing.

C.This will give you the confidence to manage your anxiety.

D.Instead of worrying about something that probably won’t happen, concentrate on what you are able to do.

E.The next time you fell depressed, review your list and think about the good things that you have in your life.

F.A good way to manage your worry is to challenge your negative thinking with positive statements and realistic thinking.

G.Completing these smaller tasks once at a time will make the stress more manageable and increase your chances of success.

    How could we possibly think that keeping animals in cages in unnatural environments — mostly for entertainment purposes — is fair and respectful?

Zoo officials say they are concerned about animals. However, most zoos remain “collections” of interesting “things” rather than protective habitats. Zoos teach people that it is acceptable to keep animals bored, lonely, and far from their natural homes.

Zoos claim to educate people and save endangered species, but visitors leave zoos without having learned anything meaningful about the animals’ natural behavior, intelligence, or beauty. Zoos keep animals in small spaces or cages, and most signs only mention the species’ name, diet, and natural range. The animals’ normal behavior is seldom noticed because zoos don’t usually take care of the animals’ natural needs.

The animals are kept together in small spaces, with no privacy and little opportunity for mental and physical exercise. This results in unusual and self-destructive behavior called zoochosis (动物精神病). A worldwide study of zoos found that zoochosis is common among animals kept in small spaces or cages. Another study showed that elephants spend 22 percent of their time making repeated head movements or biting cage bars, and bears spend 30 percent of their time walking back and forth, a sign of unhappiness and pain.

Furthermore, most animals in zoos are not endangered. Captive breeding of endangered big cats, Asian elephants, and other species has not resulted in their being sent back to the wild. Zoos talk a lot about their captive breeding programs because they do not want people to worry about a species dying out. In fact, baby animals also attract a lot of paying customers. Haven’t we seen enough competitions to name baby animals?

Actually, we will save endangered species only if we save their habitats and put an end to the reasons people kill them. Instead of supporting zoos, we should support groups that work to protect animals’ natural habitats.

1.How would the author describe the animals’ life in zoos?

A.Dangerous. B.Unhappy.

C.Natural. D.Easy.

2.In the state of zoochosis, animals _________.

A.remain in cages B.behave strangely

C.attack other animals D.enjoy moving around

3.What does the author try to argue in the passage?

A.Zoos are not worth the public support.

B.Zoos fail in their attempt to save animals.

C.Zoos should treat animals as human beings.

D.Zoos use animals as a means of entertainment.

4.Although the author argues against zoos, he would still agree that _________.

A.zoos have to keep animals in small cages

B.most animals in zoos are endangered species

C.some endangered animals are reproduced in zoos

D.it’s acceptable to keep animals away from their habitats

    With climate change and overfishing threatening our oceans, it is becoming increasingly important for researchers to closely observe and check sea animals and plants. However, it’s almost impossible to make it since human presence scares the animals. Now, thanks to the robot, aka SoFi, researchers may be able to solve the problem.

Built by MIT’s laboratory, the snow-white remote-controlled robot simulates fish, complete with a flexible tail that moves from side to side and two “fins (鳍)”.

When the robot is under the sea, a motor is pumping water into a pair of balloon-like rooms located in the robot’s tail. These rooms operate similarly to the key parts in engines. As one room expands, the tail bends to one side; when the motor pushes water to the other channel, the tail bends in the other direction. Thus the robot gains the ability to move to where it wants to go.

SoFi solves many of the issues that have affected the usefulness(有效性) of previous robots --- some types of autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs).

AUVs traditionally often have had to be tied to a boat because radio frequency communications do not work well underwater. So researchers use sound waves. The new technology can travel greater distances, allowing drivers, by using a controller, to pilot SoFi from up to 50 feet away. SoFi can move around the ocean, unaffected by ropes. Also limiting traditional AUVs’ usefulness is the risk of hitting something, like hard stones. With the outside made of rubber(橡胶) and plastic that can keep its built-in electronics dry, SoFi can efficiently avoid hitting. So a soft robot is more likely to survive a potential crisis.

During test dives in Rainbow Reef, SoFi swam alongside the unsuspecting(无疑心的) ocean life at depths of 50 feet for up to 40 minutes at a time, obtaining high-quality photos and videos. More importantly, it was able to do so without causing any disturbance. Researchers say sometimes the fish would swim alongside the strange-looking robot in curiosity, while at other times they appeared to completely ignore its existence. “It’s not perfect, but we’re improving it. Our efforts will pay off,” says Robert Katzschmann.

1.The robot SoFi is created to ________.

A.observe climate change B.help to monitor sea creatures

C.catch fish and observe them D.prevent overfishing in oceans

2.What does the underlined word “simulates” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?

A.Is modeled after. B.Is designed for.

C.Is combined with. D.Is applied to.

3.What’s Paragraph 3 mainly written to show?

A.The shape of SoFi. B.The application of SoFi.

C.The structure of SoFi’s tail. D.The theory of SoFi’s movement.

4.What’s Robert Katzschmann’s attitude towards SoFi?

A.Satisfied. B.Negative. C.Hopeful. D.Neutral.

    One rainy afternoon, I was on a crosstown bus when a young woman jumped on. She had a child with her who was about three or four years old. The bus was full, bumpy(颠簸的), and it soon got noisy, as her kid began crying — he was upset that he couldn't sit next to his mother. She looked embarrassed.

Then another woman, a little older, stood up and moved so that the mother and child could sit together. The mum smiled as a thank-you. And then three words came out of the older woman's mouth that raised the entire energy of that bus ride: “I've been there.”

Simple, undramatic, and honest. In that moment, it seemed to unite the diverse people of the city. Why? Because almost all experiences are shared human experiences. They're universal. We forget that as we go through life, focused on our own troubles and needs — which are actually less unique than we think.

Sometimes painful past experiences prevent us from wanting to open up to others because we don't want to revisit our own history. But a wonderful way to honor your past hurt is to help comfort another's current pain.

When I was a little girl, we lived on donations from local families and clothing from the " lost and found" baskets. It was shameful for me at the time — I lived in fear of being caught in a friend' s cast-off item.

Even when it was warmer, I refused to take off a layer in the classroom for this reason. Now I don't meet people who are in this exact situation, but I do notice when someone is struggling with financial shame or feels less than other people they meet. And I'm quick to say some version of, "I've been there."

Can the essence of these three words help you make a small difference right now? It can be as simple as volunteering your seat, sharing some helpful advice, or even lightening the mood with a joke when you notice that someone's uncomfortable — because we're all in this together.

1.What influence did the older woman's words have on the people around?

A.Causing discomfort. B.Breaking long silence.

C.Creating a heated debate. D.Inspiring common feelings.

2.What does the author think of personal troubles and needs?

A.They are mostly shared experiences. B.They don't really matter to anyone'

C.They will be forgotten with time. D.They are unique to each individual.

3.Why did the author refuse to take off the coat in the classroom?

A.Because she had the same sweater with others.

B.Because she stole the sweater from someone'

C.Because she liked wearing the coat in summer.

D.Because she felt embarrassed wearing others' clothes.

4.What's the best title for the text?

A.Painful Experiences Are No Big Deal B.The Best Way to Honor Your Past Hurt

C.True Happiness Comes from Helping Others D.Three Little Words That Bring Us Together

    Dreaming of summer picnics filled with family and fun? We’ve come up with 4 of the top picnic areas across the US.

Cumberland Islands, Georgia

Just a few hours south of Savannah, this national seashore is a wonderful picnic place. It’s an unspoiled place in the Deep South with over 50 miles of hiking trails (小径). Covered in Spanish moss, the trails are lined with trees and since it’s still a rural area, the stars line up for a grand show at night and create the perfect evening starlit picnic opportunity.

Grant Park, Chicago

If you are looking for delicious food in Chicago, go for a taste of a 20-day, lake-front, foodie festival that happens in October each year. Grab a spot near the fountain to enjoy your picnic, appreciate the city scenery and lake views and relax with family and friends. If you are there on July 4th, be sure to plan the day to include the fireworks display at the Navy Pier.

Cranberry Islands, Maine

Here, you’ll enjoy natural picnics with island views. The islands are a delightful group of islands about 20 minutes offshore from Acadia National Park. You can visit the islands by private boat or ferry service. Bring a picnic basket along for the ride as it’s a romantic picnic area to take your special someone or go for a family outing to visit the islands.

Big Sur, California

The Point Lobos State Reserve is a small gem. Besides the coastal wildlife there are rare plant communities, and unique geological formations. It’s good to have a picnic there. We recommend bringing a telescope, because much of the wildlife can be seen only at a distance.

1.Why does the writer advise us to go to Cumberland Islands?

A.Because they are just next to Savannah.

B.Because they have a grand show every night.

C.Because they are almost covered in Spanish moss.

D.Because they keep their original ecology (生态).

2.Where can you enjoy observing wildlife with a telescope?

A.At the Navy Pier. B.At the Point Lobos State Reserve

C.At Acadia National Park. D.In the Deep South.

3.Where can we most probably read this passage?

A.In a personal dairy. B.In a science report.

C.In a geography textbook. D.In a travel magazine.

假定你是李华，你校交换生Jake得知学校最近将举行一次茶文化节，发邮件向你询问有关信息。请你回复邮件，内容包括：

1. 活动时间和地点；

2. 活动安排；

3. 发出邀请。

注意：

1. 词数100左右；

2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

Dear Jake,

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Yours,

Li Hua

下面短文中共有10处语言错误，请在有错误的地方增加、删除或修改某个单词。

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、每句不超过两个错误；

2、每处错误及其修改均限一词；

3、只允许修改10处，多者(从第11处起)不计分。

I was walking to school this morning when I caught sight of a old woman lie on the ground. I quick ran over to help her up and asked her that was wrong. She told me she slipped and fell because heart trouble. I was worried or decided to take her to a hospital nearby. And then I contacted my family. Soon her son and daughter came to the hospital. I was told them some informations about the incident. They thanked and praised me for my kindness. Although I was late for school today, I felt very proud of what I have done.

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。

Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is gaining global popularity. According to a government white paper, TCM 1.(introduce) in 183 countries and regions around the world so far.

Westerners' understanding of TCM, however, may be limited to acupuncture(针灸), cupping(拔罐) and massage. As 2.matter of fact, Chinese herbs play a more important role than physical 3.(treat) in getting rid of diseases and keeping the body 4.good condition in the TCM treatment system.

Herbs are made into pills, powder and soup, 5.are used for different kinds of illnesses.

The herbs, 6.(they) quality and quantity, and the processing of the ingredients jointly determine the effectiveness of the prescription. TCM, 7.(compare) with Western medicine, lacks standardization because the chemical composition and functions of its medicines are unclear and their 8.(effect) are unstable. 9.(fortunate), standardization has improved in recent decades, with an increasing number of factories10.(produce) patented TCM drugs.

    I like buying clothes and my sister’s best friend loves buying clothes for me as well! That_______  I have plenty of clothes!

Then one day I_______my closet and it was like a light suddenly shone upon me. Pictures of homeless kids flashed into my _______. I thought of them begging on the streets to have _______ to give to their parents back at home.

My heart hurt _______ led me to a surprising act! I took several plastic _______and filled them with clothes, _______my closet half full. I looked for my little sister and _______her to the streets for some fun and adventure!

It was noon and the sun was _______our skin, but who cared about that? There they were, like sheep without a shepherd(牧羊人). My ________broke. I gathered my feelings and approached two kids who were about to ________me for money. Fear was painted on their ________ when I came to them. I handed them the bags and they ________, “What’s this?” I said, “They are all yours.

You ________these with your family. Okay?”

They didn’t ________ for a few moments but when they did, my heart was filled with a different feeling, ________ two big arms hugging my heart and sending a ________ feeling through my whole being.

“Thank you, Big Sister. We will ________share these with them!” they said. And they looked at the other kids on the street corners.

Wow! How ________ it bore fruit! I gave to them and their first reaction was to give to others!

I was so touched by the ________, and I believe my little sister had a change of heart as well.

1.A.expects B.hopes C.means D.believes

2.A.looked after B.looked up C.looked for D.looked at

3.A.mind B.brain C.eyes D.hands

4.A.something B.nothing C.everything D.anything

5.A.but B.and C.or D.when

6.A.card B.baskets C.bags D.boxes

7.A.watching B.leaving C.finding D.taking

8.A.carried B.got C.sent D.took

9.A.cooking B.burning C.boiling D.freezing

10.A.heart B.head C.shoe D.glasses

11.A.thank B.harm C.hurt D.approach

12.A.clothes B.noses C.faces D.heads

13.A.announced B.answered C.asked D.said

14.A.compare B.share C.do D.wear

15.A.touch B.accepted C.move D.speak

16.A.like B.as C.with D.without

17.A.cold B.hot C.warm D.cool

18.A.hardly B.never C.ever D.certainly

19.A.quickly B.slowly C.poorly D.recently

20.A.experiment B.experience C.accident D.story

    Most college students have their money from their parents, but college is the time for them to begin true responsibility. With the right information at hand and some practice, you can definitely get major financial assistance for college tuition (学费). 1. The following is the ways you should know about.

Play a sport.

2. I know it is obvious to the football player that sports will increase the possibility, but did you know you can get scholarships for less-known sports? Have a try on golf, sailboat and marathon! A senior year spent learning and perfecting a new sport can lead to a full ride in college.

Do voluntary work.

Most nonprofits have good scholarships for their volunteers. Try volunteering in your community or a community chapter of a major organization. 3.It can be best to work for an organization that you are familiar or have a childhood history with.

4.

Try building a personal connection with someone at a scholarship society. Building a relationship through visits, phone calls and gifts can make you stand out the crowd. Remember, these people chose the winners om hundreds of applications a day and a personal touch can really make a difference.

Apply early.

It can never be too early to apply for a scholarship Applying early is another way to stand out of the crowd You can definitely score a better scholarship earlier with much less competition. 5.

Applying early can lead to more applications overall, and someone who applies to 100 scholarships against 10 has a much better chance of being awarded!

A.Bear in mind.

B.Keep in touch.

C.It can also be a numbers game.

D.Living in a poor community may help you a lot.

E.Some of the highest scholarships are given to college athletes.

F.A high level of community service will give you a leg up in college.

G.Experience has proven that scholarships will be given to those who deserve.

    We assume exercise improves our mental health. But what kind of exercise works best? Researchers analyzed the effect of different types of exercise. They looked at the link between physical activities and mental health and found team sports were the best, followed by cycling, either on the road or a stationary bike. Physical activities typically performed in groups, such as team sports and gym classes, provided greater benefits than running or walking.

Researchers rated mental health based on a survey. It asked respondents how many days in the previous month their mental health was “not good” due to stress, depression or problems withemotions. People who played team sports like soccer and basketball reported 22.3% fewer poor mental-health days than those who didn’t exercise. Those who ran or jogged fared 19% better, while those who did household chores 11.8% better.

They found team sports may have an extra benefit because of the social component, and yoga or tai chi can promote mindfulness, which is often touted as beneficial for mental health.

The researchers also found that those who exercise between 30 and 60 minutes had the best mental health, with 45 minutes the optimal duration. Exercising three to five times a week correlated with fewer dark days. “Over 90 minutes of exercise and there isn’t an extra benefit,” Dr. Chekroud said.

The study analyzed the exercise habits and mental health of 1.2 million US adults, based on self-reported answers to survey questions from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It wasn’t a randomized controlled study and just an association between exercise and better mental health. It can’t explain if poor mental health causes people to exercise less or exercise causes people to have better mental health.

1.Which exercise will best help to cheer up the depressed?

A.Running and jogging outdoors. B.Playing soccer and basketball.

C.Doing some household chores. D.Cycling or riding a stationary bike.

2.What do the researchers say about team sports?

A.They boost self-esteem. B.They offer inner peace.

C.They involve interaction. D.They help achieve goals.

3.What Dr. Chekroud said means that_______.

A.more exercise isn’t always better

B.exercise habits decide mental health

C.exercise leads to better mental health

D.mental health causes people to exercise

4.What can be a suitable title for the text?

A.What sports work best for mental health? B.More exercise, better mental health!

C.Less exercise, poor mental health! D.What is the good effect of exercise?

    Artificial intelligence (Al) technology may soon be a useful tool for doctors. It may help them better understand and treat diseases like breast cancer(癌症)in ways that were never before possible.

Rishi Rawat teaches Al at the University of Southern California's (USC) Clinical Science Center in Los Angeles. He is part of a team of scientists who are researching how Al and machine learning can more easily recognize cancerous growths in the breast. Rawat provides information about cancer cells to a computer. He says this data helps the machine learn."…You can put the data into them and they will learn the patterns and the pattern recognition. That's important to make decisions.”

David Agus is another USC researcher. He believes that "machines are not going to take the place of doctors." Computers will not treat patients, but they will help make certain decisions and look for things that the human brain can't recognize these patterns by itself." Once a confirmed cancerous growth is removed, doctors still have to treat the patient to reduce the risk of cancer returning. The form of treatment depends on the kind of cancer. Currently, researchers take a thin piece of tissue (动植物细胞的组织)，put it on a small piece of glass and add color to better see the cells .

That process could take days or even longer. Scientists say Al can do something better than just count cells. Through machine learning, it can recognize complex patterns or structures, and learn how the cells are organized. The hope is that machines will soon be able to make a quick identification of cancer that is free of human mistakes. "A11 of a sudden, we have the computing power to really do it in real time... We couldn't have done this, we didn't have the computing power to do this several years ago, but now it's all changed." Agus adds that the process could be done "for almost no cost in the developing world.” He says that having a large amount of information about patients is important for a machine to effectively do its job in medicine .

The University of Southern California researchers are now only studying breast cancer. But doctors predict Al will one day make a difference in all forms of cancer.

1.Many diseases like breast cancer will soon be ______.

A.cured with Al B.treated with Al

C.prevented with Al D.removed with Al

2.What can we infer from Agus' s words in Paragraph 3?

A.Al technology is to replace doctors.

B.Computers can be an aid to the human brain.

C.Computers can work well with little information.

D.Al technology is not accessible to developing countries.

3.What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 4 refer to?

A.Helping to count cells. B.Recognizing complex patterns.

C.Making a quick and right identification. D.Learning how the cells are organized.

4.What does this passage mainly talk about?

A.Research in breast cancer. B.Potential of Al for doctors.

C.Imagination about Al' s future. D.Achievements on medical care.

    As a winner of the NSLI-Y Scholarship in high school, and then the Critical Language Scholarship in college, I lived in China for two summers with host families, studying Chinese for nine hours a day. Tack on to that the approximately 2,000 classroom hours I spent learning Chinese as an undergraduate, and it seems fair to say that a small fortune of resources has been invested in my Chinese ability.

Yet even with so much practice, I am not still achieving fluency, and it's unclear whether I’ll use my language skills regularly in my career. This leads me to reflect: What is it that drives me to drill tones and memorize characters?

Many people are quick to point out the value of language skills in an increasingly competitive workforce. However, language is about much more than just the ability to communicate. Foreign language study is tied to increased levels of empathy (同理心)，enhanced cognitive development, and more creative insight on the human condition. Increasingly, research shows that these benefits also apply to those with exposure to multiple languages, and not just those who achieve fluency.

A beneficial future for the US and China will be built upon understanding, respect and recognition. Language exchange can provide cultural insight and strengthen the common ground we stand on.

It is not the economic potential of my language skills that leads me to persist. Studying Chinese is the most modest way I can think of to approach China, a nation with over 5 ,000 years of complex history. From this point, I have experienced the beauty, hospitality of China. And my experience of studying Chinese has helped me form a sense of curiosity and a commitment to understanding and respect-and that's a start.

1.What do we know about the author?

A.He has worked hard at learning Chinese.

B.He has won many scholarships in China.

C.He began to learn Chinese in high school.

D.He has enjoyed his life living in China.

2.What does the author think of the language learning?

A.It just needs to drill tones and remember words.

B.It needs the experience of living with a host family.

C.It can promote learners' mental development.

D.It is only used for effective communication.

3.What can we infer from Paragraph 4?

A.The US and China will certainly have a bright future.

B.The US and China always respect and recognize each other.

C.Language exchange can help the US and China understand better.

D.The US and China start to share the same cultural insight.

4.Why does the author stick to learning Chinese?

A.To get some economic profits. B.To show off his language talent.

C.To achieve the language fluency. D.To have a close look at China.

    Four Excellent American Universities Princeton University

Princeton University is a private institution founded in 1746. Located in Princeton, New Jersey, it offers various events, activities and organizations. Famous alumni include the 28th US President Woodrow Wilson and former first lady Michelle Obama.

Harvard University

Harvard University is a private institution founded in 1636. Located outside Boston in Cambridge, Massachusetts, it is made up of more than 10 schools and institutes. Eight US presidents graduated from Harvard, including Franklin Roosevelt and John F. Kennedy.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

MIT is a private institution founded in 1861. Located outside Boston in Cambridge, Massachusetts, MIT focuses on scientific and technological research. Famous alumni include Apollo 11 astronaut Buzz Aldrin and former UN Secretary General Kofi Annan.

Yale University

Yale University is a private institution founded in 1701. Located in New Haven, Connecticut, it is known for its excellent drama and music programs. Famous alumni include five US presidents and actress Meryl Streep.

1.Which university has the longest history?

A.Princeton University. B.Harvard University.

C.Massachusetts Institute of Technology. D.Yale University.

2.What do we know about Yale University?

A.It provides various events, activities and organizations.

B.It concentrates on scientific and technological research.

C.It is the university that John F. Kennedy graduated from.

D.It is known for its excellent drama and music programs.

3.What do the four universities have in common?

A.They are all private institutions. B.They are all named after cities.

C.They are all located in Cambridge. D.They all have more than 10 schools.

听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。

1.What is the speaker?

A.An environmental official. B.A program producer. C.A scientist.

2.Where did the speaker do the task?

A.In a boat. B.At a university. C.At a TV station.

3.Why are the sharks returning?

A.There is more food to eat . B.The water quality is better. C.Hunting is forbidden.

听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1.What is the woman doing?

A.Doing a survey. B.Hosting a program. C.Forecasting the weather.

2.Which place experienced many thunderstorms last month?

A.England. B.Wales. C.America.

3.What should the normal temperature be in India at this time of year?

A.42 degrees. B.45 degrees. C.48 degrees.

4.What is the weather like in Switzerland?

A.It is extremely hot. B.It has strong winds. C.It rains heavily.

听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1.How did Helen contact the company?

A.By email. B.By phone. C.By letter.

2.What is the duty of the job in the ad?

A.To look after children.

B.To work for a newspaper.

C.To serve in a phone company.

3.On what conditions would Helen accept the job?

A.The place is fun. B.The pay is good. C.The work is easy.

听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1.When did Jason watch a film?

A.Last Wednesday. B.Last Saturday. C.Last Sunday.

2.With whom did Jason climb the Great Wall?

A.His friends. B.His colleagues. C.His classmates.

3.What does the woman want to do?

A.Go back to the US. B.Upload pictures to her blog. C.Read about Jason’s experience.

听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1.How many bedrooms does the apartment have?

A.1. B.2. C.3.

2.For what didn’t Jim rent the apartment?

A.The high rent. B.The dark carpet. C.The small kitchen.

What does the man think of the film?

A.Disappointing. B.Confusing. C.Amusing.

Where will the speakers go?

A.Their office. B.A restaurant. C.The city park.

What are the speakers mainly talking about?

A.The latest fashion. B.A vacation plan. C.A great museum.

Why does the man come here?

A.To report his loss. B.To get a train ticket. C.To have a driving lesson.