—The manager has come back from his business trip. He is asking you for the report.

— Oh，my god ! I haven’t finished it yet. But he ________ back at the company tomorrow.

A.was expected B.will expect

C.expected D.will be expected

The officer commanded that everyone passing by ______ that day.

A. search B. would be searched

C. be searched D. must be searched

Rather than ___ on a crowded bus, he always prefers _____ a bicycle.

A.ride; to ride B.riding; ride C.ride; ride D.to ride; riding

—The light in the office is still on.

— Oh I forgot _______.

A.turning it off B.turn it off C.to turn it off D.having turned it off

Though he had often made his little sister ________, today he was made ________ by his little sister.

A. cry; to cry B. crying; crying

C. cry; cry D. to cry; cry

The teacher told them ______ make so much noise.

A.don’t B.not C.will not D.not to

    According to the UN’s World Happiness Report for 2016, Denmark is officially the happiest country on Earth.Here is a list of reasons behind the happiness：

A different view of money

Danes tend not to be concerned with “keeping up with the Joneses”. 1.. Rather than buying the fanciest cars or the most expensive houses, Danish people spend money on leisure activities such as hobbies, outings with friends, or games.

An enjoyable job climate

2.. They also work, on average, 1,522 hours per year, which is lower than most countries. Not only does this give them more leisure time, it is not detrimental, as the average yearly income is $59,850. Besides, Denmark has the lowest income inequality and highest minimum wage in the world.

3.

The importance placed on human communication fosters a belief in one’s neighbors and a trust that if something bad were to happen, the community would come to help them. 94% of Danes report that they have somebody they could rely on in time of need.

A clean environment

The government encourages green policies，such as bicycling in cities, in order to cut  down  on harmful emissions. Like bicycling, many of these measures also have other benefits. 4.. In Denmark, levels of air pollution, water pollution, and agricultural pollution are also lower than most other countries.

5..

A.Somebody to lean on

B.Somebody to seek advice from

C.Danes have lower unemployment rates than most countries in the world

D.Instead, they view money as a kind of means to connect with other people

E.Cities where bicycling is common have less traffic, less noise, and healthier citizens

F.Looking over all these factors, it becomes apparent that almost anybody would love living in Denmark

G.Parks, neighborhoods, and cities can be enjoyed without worry of pollution－related illnesses like asthma or allergies

Sharks use their good sense of smell to search for prey（猎物）. But a new study shows that the rising levels of carbon dioxide in the ocean could reduce sharks' ability to find food. It's bad news for a healthy ocean. Sharks are top predators（掠食动物）and are like the ocean's weed controllers.

Dixson works at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution in Massachusetts. Her earlier work has shown that clown fish in acidifying（酸化的）water act strangely. "We want to expand this research to sharks .because we know how important it is for sharks to find their food through their sense of smell," said Dixson.

Her team started by placing sharks in each of three different pools for five days. Each pool had a different level of carbon dioxide in it. The first had the same amount as today's ocean water. The second had a level of carbon dioxide that scientists expect to reach by 2050. The third pool had the highest level of carbon dioxide that could develop by the year 2100.

Sharks weren't allowed to eat any food while in the pools. This made sure that they would be hungry. Then, Dixson released the sharks one at a time into a pool with two side-by-side streams of flowing water. In one stream, the researchers pumped water, in which a dead squid had been overnight. This water smelled strongly of the squid. The other stream contained ocean water with no scent（气味）. Because each stream flowed at the same rate and in the same direction, the squid smell stayed in its stream. The sharks could choose to swim in either stream.

Sharks that had been swimming for five days in pools of regular ocean water spent more than 60 percent of their time in the squid-scented stream. The same was true for sharks that had been in water with the carbon dioxide level that could develop by the year 2050. But sharks exposed to the highest level of carbon dioxide spent just 15 percent of their time in the squid-scented stream.

1.Why did the writer mention the sharks smell at the beginning of the passage?

A. Because the writer appreciates their ability to find food.

B. Because the writer considers them dangerous to human beings.

C. Because the writer intends to show how to control weed in the ocean.

D. Because the writer worries about the sharks in the ocean.

2.What is Paragraph 3 mainly about?

A. What the ocean in the future will be like.

B. Who helped Dixson conduct the study.

C. What kinds of pools were used during the study.

D. What the levels of carbon dioxide will be at in the ocean in the future.

3.The researchers pumped water where a dead squid had been overnight to ______.

A. help the sharks look for food

B. test the sharks' sense of smell

C. prove that sharks like eating squids

D. explain why carbon dioxide in the ocean affects sharks

4.What does the underlined sentence in the last paragraph suggest?

A. Sharks like the squid-scented stream better.

B. Sharks like the stream with the high level of carbon dioxide.

C. Sharks spent 15% of their time in the squid-scented stream.

D. The high level of carbon dioxide can affect the sharks ability to smell.

    In 2014 my best friend's mother died of cancer. It was a tragedy, but as usual, Alice, my mother, used her power of healing and got his family back on their feet. If you asked my friends about my mother, they would say, “That woman has a heart of gold.” I agree one hundred percent.

About six years ago my mum decided to pursue her lifelong goal of becoming a teacher. She knew it would be hard work raising three kids, doing housework and studying at the same time. However, she believed it would pay off. What my mother didn't realize was that not all things pay off in this world. After four hard years of school, she graduated on a warm spring day. It was unbelievable. My aunt drove up from Virginia to celebrate this fantastic day. It was the first time I had ever cried from being happy.

It's strange how fast a life can change. Two months later, the unpredictable happened. My mother was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (多发性硬化症). I could not believe this could happen after all the good she had done for people. I was very confused and cried every day. My faith in God just disappeared and so did my mum's dream of becoming a teacher.

Then, I decided I must move on with my life and accept the fact that she might never get better. Since my decision was made, I have become more mature, responsible and active in school and work. I have found a wonderful girlfriend with whom I plan to spend the rest of my life. Through the years I have always been able to change negative situations into positive ones. I'm happy with my life now.

1.Which of the following can best describe Alice?

A.Honest. B.Helpful.

C.Greedy. D.Unconcerned.

2.According to the text, the author's mother ________.

A.recovered from illness

B.no longer had faith

C.didn't realize her dream as a teacher

D.changed negative situations into positive ones unwillingly

3.What may be the best title for the text?

A.Mother Gave Me Life Experience B.Fighting Against Kinds of Diseases

C.Belief in Good Luck Around Me D.How to Become a Responsible and Active Man

The National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC has thousands of objects on display, including the 1903 Wright Flyer, Charles Lindbergh’s Spirit of St. Louis, the Apollo 11 Command Module Columbia, and a lunar rock you can touch. In addition to our exhibition galleries, you may want to visit the Albert Einstein Planetarium, Lockheed Martin IMAX Theatre, and the Public Observatory on the east end. There are many things to do at the Museum in DC. We offer daily tours and educational activities for both children and adults. We also have scheduled lectures and events throughout the year.

Hours and Admission: Open every day except December 25. Admission is free.

Regular Hours: 10:00 a. m. to 5:30 p. m.

Extended Hours: 10:00 a. m. to 7:30 p. m.

December 26-30, 2016 March 30-April 20, 2017

Fridays and Saturdays, April 24-May 16, 2017

May 17-September 7, 2017

VISITING TIPS：

Limit the number of bags: All visitors are screened through metal detectors upon entry. The fewer items you bring inside the Museum, the faster your entry will be. Before you visit, please review the list of prohibited items, which include pocket knives and tripods (三脚架). Visitors carrying prohibited items will not be allowed inside the Museum, so please leave them at home or in your car.

No Food or Drink: Only bottled water is permitted in the Museum. You may only consume food and other drinks in the Food Court, not in the Museum. Groups who bring food are encouraged to picnic on the National Mall.

Please Take Photos: You are welcome to take photos for personal use. However, tripods and monopods (单脚架) are not permitted without approval.

First Aid: The Museum has a First Aid office and a nurse on duty. Please contact the nearest security officer or the Welcome Centre for assistance.

Visit the Welcome Centre: At our Welcome Centre in the South Lobby, staff and volunteers can answer any questions you have during your visit.

Open: 10:00 a. m. to 5:30 p. m.

Phone: 202-633-2214

E-mail: NASM-visitorservice@ si.edu

1.According to the passage, the National Air and Space Museum is a museum ________.

A.where only adults can take part in some educational activities

B.where one can touch anything he likes

C.everyone can visit without time limits all the year round

D.everyone can pay a visit to without buying tickets

2.A visitor to the Museum can ________.

A.take photos with tripods for personal use

B.get some medical treatment if he suddenly falls ill

C.bring fewer bags to go through metal detectors

D.eat and drink in the Museum or in the Food Court

3.The purpose of this passage is to ________.

A.attract people to explore the universe B.encourage adults to bring their children there

C.make an advertisement for the museum D.show what is on display in the museum

假定你是李华，寒假期间在伦敦学习，得知当地美术馆2月16号要举办中国画展览。请用英语给你的英国朋友Jeff 写一封信邀请他和你一同前往。内容包括：

1.展览时间和地点；

2.展览内容；

3.期待回复。

注意：1.词数100左右；

2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

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Have you ever tasted or perhaps heard of sugar painting(糖画)? Sugar painting, as1.(it) name suggests, is made from melted sugar. Craftsmen often paint animals and flowers on a stone board with the syrup(糖浆).When2. sugar cools down, a piece of sugar art is finished. It 3.(consider) as both sugar and painting.4. one symbol of Chinese culture, sugar painting is getting more and more attention and recognition, and5. are the artists.

Li Jianzhong, a 38-year-old craftsman, used to be a miner. After the mine closed down, he turned to house decorating, until he was forced to give that up due to a finger6.(injure). Later, he discovered sugar painting, something he really had an interest in and a strong desire7.(learn) .Since there was8. sugar painting craftsman in his village, he studied by himself through videos and information on the internet and soon9. (master) the skill. Li is committed to10. (keep) the art alive and hopes it can be passed down in folk.

    The famous composer, Albert Roussel didn’t have a good start in this career. However, he achieved a great deal of success as a result of a_________. Roussel’s parents died when he was eight and he went to live with his_________. As a little boy, he fell in love with music and_________ himself about it by reading through the family collection that his mother kept,_________ which there were a lot of related books.

Three years later, Roussel’s grandfather died, and his mother’s sister decided to_________ him. Her husband was a kind man and_________ for young Roussel’s music lessons. One summer vacation at a Belgian seaside added a second_________ to his life-the sea. Then he studied to be a naval cadet(海军学员), but still took time to study_________.

In the French Navy, he and two friends found time to_________ a band, playing the works of Beethoven and other__________. Roussel also began composing. On Christmas Day 1892, he had his first chance to__________ as a composer, which turned out to be a success.

That success__________ Roussel to write a wedding march(婚礼进行曲), and one of his navy friends__________to show it to the famous conductor, Edouard Colonne. When Roussel’s friend__________ with the manuscript(手稿), he reported that Colonne had advised Roussel to__________ his naval career and devote his life to music.

Not long__________, at the age of 25, Roussel decided to__________ Edouard Colonnes advice. He gave his heart and soul to his composing and__________ a major force in the twentieth century s French music. Because of Edouard Colonnes inspiring__________, Roussel devoted his life to music, but Roussel’s__________ friend later admitted that he had made it up. He said he had never ever shown Roussel’s manuscript to the famous conductor.

1.A.hope B.game C.guess D.joke.

2.A.neighbour B.grandfather C.teacher D.aunt

3.A.taught B.chose C.improved D.asked

4.A.among B.between C.within D.before

5.A.miss B.catch. C.adopt D.leave

6.A.paid B.applied C.looked D.waited

7.A.page B.love C.wish D.job

8.A.painting B.English C.dance D.music

9.A.deal with B.make for C.set up D.take away

10.A.teachers B.professors C.composers D.singers

11.A.perform B.produce C.study D.publish

12.A.found B.encouraged C.took D.wanted

13.A.came B.brought C.refused D.offered

14.A.went B.returned C.left D.ran

15.A.give up B.keep to C.begin with D.focus on

16.A.ago B.enough C.afterwards D.before

17.A.repeat B.change C.correct D.follow

18.A.improved B.replaced C.became D.grasped

19.A.will B.request C.order D.advice

20.A.school B.navy C.music D.work

    Gaining confidence while singing is a process that requires practice.1. Getting comfortable with your voice and mastering healthy singing techniques can help you do this.

Feeling Confident While Performing

*Spend time at the venue（场地）before you need to perform.2.To overcome this, go to the stage when no one else is around. Take some time to walk around and look out towards where the audience will sit.

*3.Slowly breathe in and breathe out. Let the air go all the way down to the bottom of your lungs.

Gaining Confidence Through Practice

* Warm up with vocal（声音的，嗓音的）exercises before singing.4.And it also gives you a chance to relax and gain confidence before singing.

* Practice for at least 15 minutes every day. The more you practice, the more comfortable you will feel! You can listen to yourself sing. In addition, you get plenty of time to improve your vocal skills, which also leads to more confidence.

Choosing the Right Song

* Pick a song that has personal meaning to you. Most likely you can think of a few songs that have a meaningful place in your life.5.When a song is personally meaningful, your desire to share that meaning can drive your performance.

A.The song can be a childhood favorite.

B.Breathe deeply before beginning to sing.

C.Singing in a new place can be a little frightening.

D.Warming up your voice does protect your vocal cords.

E.During a performance, you may not be able to pick out the song you sing.

F.The most important part is learning to have fun no matter who is listening.

G.As you hear your own voice, you will likely start caring less if others hear it too.

    A single cigarette sold on a street corner may not cost a lot; however, the whole costs of smoking are huge.

First, consider the cost of human life. About 10 people die of a tobacco-related disease every minute. Most of these preventable deaths happen in low-income and middle-income countries. The World Bank says each of these countries has a total national income of less than $ 12,746.

The World Health Organization says tobacco kills 6 million people yearly -a number that is expected to rise to 8 million by 2030 unless immediate action is taken.

But smoking costs more than the life of a person. It can affect the health of the whole country. The World Health Organization says low-income countries depend heavily on taxes from cigarettes. They use the money, in part, to pay the costs of health care for tobacco-related diseases.

But the illegal trade in tobacco products is further testing the economies of low-income countries. WHO officials say the illegal trade earns about $ 31 billion every year.

Douglas Bettcher is the director of the W HO s Department for the Prevention of Non-Communicable Diseases. He calls the illegal trade a monster with many heads. He says the trade enables young people to buy cigarettes at low prices, become addicted to tobacco and suffer from serious health problems. It also increases crime and reduces taxes.

The World Health Organization is strongly suggesting that the U. N. member states sign an agreement to end the illegal trade in tobacco products. Eight countries have agreed to the agreement. But the agreement of 32 other countries is still needed for it to become an international law.

If the agreement succeeds, governments could put people who trade illegal tobacco products in prison-another cost to countries budgets.

1.Where are people dying of a tobacco related disease mostly from?

A.Developed countries. B.Old countries.

C.Underdeveloped countries. D.New countries.

2.Which of the following about the whole costs of smoking is NOT mentioned in the passage?

A.Destroying the environment.

B.Being harmful to human life.

C.Affecting the whole country’s economy.

D.Causing the illegal trade.

3.What’s the main idea of Paragraph 6?

A.Some action has been taken by the WHO.

B.The illegal trade in tobacco products is harmful.

C.Young people who are addicted to smoking may commit a crime.

D.An agreement to end the illegal trade in tobacco products is being signed.

4.Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?

A.Smoking Costs More than You Think

B.Different Ways to Stop Smoking

C.The Illegal Trade in Tobacco Products

D.Immediate Action to Stop Smoking

    The majority of us have read Cinderella, the fairy tale of a young woman living in poverty who meets the prince of her dreams. Some might not want to admit it, but there is a hidden Cinderella in everyone’s heart-we all wish we could achieve recognition or success after a period of obscurity（默默无闻）.Mary Santiago has that secret dream, too. Her story is featured in Another Cinderella Story, a film set in a US high school.

Mary is shy but loves to dance. Compared with other girls, she is invisible. However, her world changes completely when a famous teenage pop singer, Joey Parker, appears. Joey is every-thing the rest of the boys in her class are not-kind, handsome and desirable. Mary’s and Joey s paths cross at a ball. They meet and fall in love with each other. But when Mary has to rush back home, she leaves behind her MP3 player, which becomes the only clue Joey has to find the girl of his dreams. Of course, there is a wicked（邪恶的）stepmother, who turns out to be Dominique Blatt and she takes in Mary after her dancer mother dies. Dominique treats Mary like a maid and does everything she can to make sure Mary doesn’t get into the top dance school. Her two daughters are equally determined to stop Joey falling for Mary, even if that means embarrassing her.

The story, though it mostly follows Cinderella, does add a few modern-day twists to the classic fairy tale. Refreshingly, the film, unlike many high school films, does not focus on looks, although the actors are all beautiful. There is also a lot less materialism in Another Cinderella Story than in many similar movies.

“The movie takes the Cinderella fairy tale as its jumping-off point,” writes Amber Wilkinson, a movie critic. “The focus is firmly on following your dreams.”

1.What’s the main purpose of the first paragraph?

A.To inform us of the background of Cinderella.

B.To remind us why Cinderella is popular all the years.

C.To build interest and lead us to Mary’s secret dream.

D.To tell us how interesting the fairy tale Cinderella is.

2.What can we infer from the text?

A.Joey is just like other boys in Mary s class.

B.The MP3 player helps Joey to find Mary.

C.Not many people have a dream to realize.

D.Mary’s mother influences her a lot in singing.

3.What does Amber Wilkinson think of Another Cinderella Story?

A.The movie is as good as Cinderella.

B.The movie is exactly another copy of Cinderella.

C.The movie and Cinderella both focus on following your dreams.

D.The movie is based on Cinderella but a little different from it.

4.What is the text mainly about?

A.A review of a film. B.An introduction to a book.

C.An essay about dreams. D.An advertisement for Cinderella.

    Sally Smith is an unbelievable woman who looks like a fit 40-year-old, although she just turned 70. She follows a special raw diet and only drinks rainwater.

She looks so young that people mistake her for her daughter when she’s out with her husband of 54 years, but I think he isn’t complaining.

Mrs. Smith says the secret to her beauty lies in her special diet, consisting of organic vegetables, fruits, seeds and nuts grown in her own garden; she calls it the “fountain of youth”. The woman doesn’t touch anything that has been cooked.

And another strange thing she does is to collect rainwater, to keep her garden blossoming, but also to drink. But the resident of Miami-Dade County, Florida, didn’t always have such a healthy lifestyle. In fact, she consumed meat regularly, as her husband used to own a meat factory way back in the 1960s. It was then that she decided to change her eating habit forever. And what a great decision that was! I mean, just look at her!

When she started off, Mrs. Smith was just looking for a few health benefits and never expected that she would look like a 40-year-old at the age of 70. Over the 27 years, she has been eating raw food, and she has written two booklets called Journey to Health and also produced a DVD containing all her healthy secrets.

Her husband, Mr. Smith, wishes he had followed her example, because now he looks much, much older and also suffers from diabetes (糖尿病) and high blood pressure. He takes prescription medicine every day, but Sally doesn’t even take an aspirin.

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

A.Her raw diet. B.Her beauty.

C.Specially cooked food. D.The organic food.

2.What kind of person does the author think Mrs. Smith is?

A.Modest. B.Honest.

C.Strong-willed. D.Open-minded. .

3.What did the woman do with her healthy secrets?

A.She sold them to the local people.

B.She abandoned them at the age of 70.

C.She publicized them in various ways.

D.She improved them with her husband s help.

4.What is the author’s attitude towards Mrs. Smith’s lifestyle?

A.Sympathetic. B.Doubtful.

C.Negative. D.Supportive.

Inspiring young minds!

TOKNOW Magazine is a big hit in the world of children s publishing，bringing a unique combination of challenging ideas and good fun to young fans every month.

What is so special about TOKNOW Magazine？

Well, it has no ads or promotions inside-instead it is jam-packed with serious ideas. TO-KNOW makes complex ideas attractive and accessible to children, who can become involved in advanced concepts and even philosophy（哲学）—and they will soon discover that TOKNOW feels more like a club than just a magazine.

What's inside？

Every month the magazine introduces a fresh new topic with articles, experiments and creative things to make-the magazine also explores philosophy and wellbeing to make sure young readers have a balanced take on life.

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Take a look online-evidence shows that thousands of teachers and parents know a good thing when they see it and recommend TOKNOW to their friends.

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1.Why is TOKNOW a special magazine？

A.It entertains young parents.

B.It combines fun with complex concepts.

C.It provides serious advertisements.

D.It looks more beautiful than other magazines.

2.What does TOKNOW offer its readers？

A.Online courses.

B.Lectures on a balanced life.

C.Articles on new topics.

D.Reports on scientific discoveries.

3.How much should you pay if you make a 12-month subscription to TOKNOW with gift pack from China？

A.£55. B.£60.

C.£65. D.£70.

Directions: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.

1.处理顾客对于产品的投诉时，越礼貌越好。(can)

2.与那些固执己见的人就这个问题争论下去没有意义。(point n.)

3.对于春节期间买不到机票的旅客而言，高铁卧铺车票是首选。(available)

4.渔民们在湖底刚发现了一个古城遗址，就有一些科学家和建筑家赶往现场进行实地研究。(Hardly)

Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.

Monocle reaches Sconser, on Scotland's remote northern Isle of Skye, late on a dreary Thursday afternoon. A van decorated with the image of a scallop（扇贝）1. (park) outside a white-washed house on a slope overlooking Loch Sligachan - it's a sign that we've reached the right place.

David made the permanent move to Skye in 2. early twenties and soon hit upon the idea of farming scallops. "It took years of trials: different methods searching for different spots." But from failure 3. (come) understanding and in 1988 requested a Crown Estate lease from the local government office. After a lengthy process he was given a patch of water close to his home. "We had to prove our intervention was going to benefit the natural habitat of the bay, and 4. we were going to be caretakers of the ecosystem," says David. The area remains open5. anybody for passage and fishing, but his prized scallops must not be disturbed.

The next morning we head to the shore to meet David's son Ben, who is busy unloading bags of fresh shells - 350 at Ben's best guess. He's just helped his father to unzip his heavy wetsuit. Ben's first shop is Portree (the island's biggest town) and a restaurant called Dulse & Brose. "Everything is locally sourced; it is our responsibility 6. (help) sustain these businesses," says head chef Peter Cullen, as he cracks open one of the scallops in his kitchen. The rest of the orders will reach restaurants all over Skye, 7. (range) from smaller venues to Michelin-starred Lochbay in the nearby settlement of Stein.

What sets Sconser seallops apart is the manner in which they are cultivated. Firstly, David dives in to shift young scallops from the deeper water off the coast into the shallows; left in their natural habitat they are subject to predators and unpredictable conditions. The change in setting also provides access to more light and nutrients. 8. they're large enough they are dived and moved again - hence the "twice - dived" term seen on menus.

David's isn't the only food-focused firm 9. has thrived in his Scottish outpost. From the Isle of Skye Distillers' gin to the Isle of Skye Sea Salt Company. Sconser Scallops is one of a growing number of start - ups using environmentally friendly methods with success. Ben's own effort is next : a line of skincare products made of locally 10. (harvest) seaweed. "There is so much potential on Skye," he says, "I wouldn't live anywhere else."

Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.

Living a Life Full of Wild Adventures

Helen Skelton was brought up on a remote farm, and her family wasn't full of "runners and rock climbers". However, she has since travelled the world on 1. series of record breaking adventures. The former Blue Peter presenter has kayaked（划皮划艇）down the Amazon River, cycled to the South Pole and done a tightrope walk between the chimneys of Batter-sea Power Station in London. Now, Skelton 2. (share) the secrets of her success in a new book called Wild Girl: How to Have Incredible Outdoor Adventures.

3. she's got plenty of stamps in her passport, Skelton says you don't need to go to the Amazon or Antarctica in order to have an adventure - there's plenty to do here in the UK. She grew up in Cumbria, and would go bike-riding and skateboarding with her mum, as well as building rafts. She hopes to pass on these adventures to her own children.

Despite the title, Skelton says that the book isn't just for girls. She believes adventure is a leveller - an activity 4. men and women are equal. Adventures 5. also be educational. Skelton says when you're at the mercy of the elements you have to adapt and be flexible, which is a great lesson for life.

Of all the places she 6. (be) to, Skelton says the South Pole was particularly hard. "It's like living in a freezer. It's the windiest, driest, coldest place on Earth." Skelton explains, "You can't even put up your tent, which is your only shelter, 7. putting on huge gloves, otherwise you'll get a frostbite. 8. (put) up a tent in oven gloves isn't easy."

Her advice to any aspiring adventurers would be to "not worry about 9. comments other people might make. When I said I'm going to kayak the Amazon, people told me that's madness. And, if I had listened to them, I never would have done 10. of it. So just try."

    Human remains of ancient settlements will be reburied and lost to science under a law that threatens research into the history of humans in Britain, a group of leading archeologists (考古学家) says. In a letter addressed to the justice secretary, Ken Clarke, 40 archaeologists write of their “deep and widespread concern” about the issue. It centers on the law introduced by the Ministry of Justice in 2008 which requires all human remains unearthed in England and Wales to be reburied within two years, regardless of their age. The decision means scientists have too little time to study bones and other human remains of national and cultural significance.

“Your current requirement that all archaeologically unearthed human remains should be reburied, whether after a standard period of two years or further special extension, is contrary to basic principles of archaeological and scientific research and of museum practice,” they write.

The law applies to any pieces of bone uncovered at around 400 dig including the remains of 60 or so bodies found at Stonehenge in 2008 that date back to 3,000 BC. Archaeologists have been granted a temporary extension to give them more time, but eventually the bones will have to he returned to the ground.

The arrangements may result in the waste of future discoveries at sites such as Happisburgh in Norfolk, where digging is continuing after the discovery of stone tools made by early humans 950,000 years ago. If human remains were found at Happisburgh, they would be the oldest in northern Europe and the first indication of what this species was. Under the current practice of the law those remains would have to be reburied and effectively destroyed.

Before 2008, guidelines allowed for the proper preservation and study of bones of sufficient age and historical interest, while the Burial Act 1857 applied to more recent remains. The Ministry of Justice assured archaeologists two years ago that the law was temporary, but has so far failed to revise it.

Mike Parker Pearson, an archaeologist at Sheffield University, said: “Archaeologists have been extremely patient because we were led to believe the ministry was sorting out this problem, but we feel that we cannot wait any longer.”

The ministry has no guidelines on where or how remains should be reburied, or on what records should be kept.

1.According to the passage, scientists are unhappy with the law mainly because       .

A.it is only a temporary measure on the human remains

B.it was introduced by the government without their knowledge

C.it is unreasonable and thus destructive to scientific research

D.it is vague about where and how to rebury human remains

2.Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?

A.Temporary extension of two years will guarantee scientists enough time.

B.Human remains of the oldest species were dug out at Happisburgh.

C.Scientists have been warned that the law can hardly be changed.

D.Human remains will have to be reburied despite the extension of time.

3.What can be inferred about the British law governing human remains?

A.The Ministry of Justice has not done enough about the law.

B.The Burial Act 1857 only applied to remains uncovered before 1857.

C.The law on human remains hasn’t changed in recent decades.

D.The Ministry of Justice did not intend it to protect human remains.

4.Which of the following might be the best title of the passage?

A.New discoveries should be reburied, the government demands.

B.Law could bury ancient secrets for ever, archeologists warn.

C.Law on human remains needs thorough discussion, authorities say.

D.Research time should be extended, scientists require.

The Daffodil Lesson

It was a bleak rainy day, and I had no desire to drive up the winding mountain road to my daughter Caronlyn’s house. But she had insisted that I come see something at the top of the mountain.

So here I was, reluctantly making the two-hour journey through fog that hung like veils. By the time I was how thick it was near the summit. I’d gone too far to turn back. Nothing could be worth this, I thought as I inched along the dangerous highway.

“I’ll stay for lunch, but I’m heading back down as soon as the fog lifts,” I announced when I arrived.

“But I need you to drive me to the garage to pick up my car” Caronlyn said. “Could we at least do that?”

“How far is it I asked.

“About three minutes”, she said I’ll drive--I’m used to it

After ten minutes on the mountain road, I looked at her anxiously. "I thought you said three minutes."

She grinned. “This is a detour（绕道）”

Turning down a narrow track, we parked the car and got out. We walked along a path that was thick with old pine needles. Huge black-green evergreens towards over us. Gradually the peace and silence of the place began to fill my mind.

Then we turned a corner and stooped-and I gasped in amazement.

From the top of the mountain, sloping for several acres across folds and valleys, were rivers of daffodils in radiant bloom. A profusion(大量) of color-from the palest ivory to the deepest lemon to the most vivid salmon-blazed like a carpet before us. It looked as though the sun had tipped over and spilled gold down the mountainside. At the center there was a waterfall of purple flowers. Here and there were coral-colored tulips. Western bluebirds frolicked（嬉戏）over the heads of the daffodils, their tawny breasts and sapphire wings like a flutter of jewels.

A riot of question filled my mind. Who created such beauty?Why?How?

As we approached the home that stood in the center of the property, we saw a sign that read: “Answers to the Question I Know You Are Asking.”

The first answer was “One Woman-Two Hands, Two Feet, and Very Little Brain.: The second was:” One at a Time,” The third:” Started in 1958.”

As we drove home, I was so moved by what we had been, I could scarcely speak. “She changed the world,” I finally said, “one bulb at a time. She started almost 40 years ago, probably just the beginning of an idea, but she kept at it.”

The wonder of it would not let me go. “Imagine,” I said, “if I’d had a vision and worked at it, just a little bit every day, what might I have accomplished?”

Carolyn looked at me sideways, smiling. “Start tomorrow,” she said.

“Better yet, start today.”

1.The passage is mainly about         .

A.a successful gardener B.an inspiring gardening lesson

C.a worthwhile travelling experience D.an unexpected countryside scenery

2.The author gasped in amazement because        .

A.the road twisted and turned along the mountain

B.the fog crowning the mountain lifted eventually

C.the owner of the filed came to answer her questions

D.the vast stretch of daffodil field took her breath away

3.What can be inferred from the story?

A.The beautiful daffodil field was all along the road.

B.The author and her daughter planned the journey well.

C.The owner of the field spent a lot of time working in the field.

D.The author planned to work in the daffodil field the next day.

4.What lesson did the author learn from this trip?

A.East or west, home is best. B.It is never too old to learn.

C.Birds of a feather flock together. D.Rome is not built in a day.

1.On December 25th, 2014, the first coach from Heathrow Terminal 1 to Reading departs at ______.

A.7:15 B.7:00

C.6:50 D.6:35

2.If you are to reach Terminal 2 of the Heathrow Airport before 10:00 a.m., you need to get to Reading Station not later than _________.

A.8:20 a.m. B.8:45 a.m.

C.9:00 a.m. D.9:15 a.m.

3.The information leaflet is produced by _________.

A.Reading B.InterCity

C.Railair Link D.Heathrow Airport

4.According to the timetable, all passengers should _________.

A.buy return tickets B.buy their tickets on the bus

C.buy the tickets online D.buy their tickets in advance

    The art of public speaking began in ancient Greece over 2,000 years go. Now, twitter, instant messaging, e-mail, blogs and chat forums offer rival approaches to communication - but none can replace the role of a great speech.

The spoken word can handle various vital functions: persuading or inspiring, informing, paying tribute, entertaining, or simply introducing someone or something or accepting something. Over the past year, the human voice has helped guide us over the ups and downs of what was certainly a stormy time.

Persuasion is used in dealing with or reconciling different points of view. When the leaders met in Copenhagen in December 2009, persuasive words from activists encouraged them to commit themselves to firmer action. Inspirational speeches confront the emotions. They focus on topics and matters that are close to people's hearts. During wars, generals used inspiring speeches to prepare the troops for battle.

A speech that conveys knowledge and enhances understanding can inform us. The information must be clear, accurate, and expressed in meaningful and interesting way. When the H1N1 pandemic（流行病）was announced, the idea of "swine flu" scared many people. Informative speeches from World Health Organization officials helped people to keep their panic under control so they could take sensible precautions.

Sad events are never easy to deal with, but a speech that pays tribute to the loss of a loved one and gives praise for their contribution can be comforting. Madonna's speech about Michael Jackson, after his death, highlighted the fact that he will continue to live on through his music.

It's not only in world forums where public speaking plays an important role. It can also be surprisingly helpful in the course of our own lives.

If you're taking part in a debate you need to persuade the listeners of the soundness of your argument. In sports, athletes know the importance of a pep talk（鼓舞士气的讲话）before a match to inspire teammates. You yourself may be asked to do a presentation at college or work to inform the others about an area of vital importance.

On a more personal level, a friend may be upset and need comforting. Or you might be asked to introduce a speaker at a family event or to speak at a wedding, where your language will be needed to move people or make them laugh.

Great speaking ability is not something we're born with. Even Barack Obama works hard to perfect every speech. For a brilliant speech, there are rules that you can put to good use. To learn those rules, you have to practice and learn from some outstanding speeches in the past.

1.The author thinks the spoken word is still irreplaceable because _______.

A.it has always been used to inspire or persuade people.

B.it has a big role to play in the entertainment business.

C.it plays important roles in human communication.

D.it is of great use in everyday-life context.

2.Which of the following statements is INCORRECT about the role of public speaking?

A.Speeches at world forums can lead to effective solutions to world problems.

B.Speeches from medical authorities can calm people down in times of pandemics.

C.The morale of soldiers before a battle can be boosted by senior officers' speeches.

D.Speeches paying tribute to the dead can comfort the mourners.

3.According to the passage, which of the following best explains the author's view on "great speaking ability"?

A.It comes from observing rules.

B.It can be perfected with easy effort.

C.It can be acquired from birth.

D.It comes from learning and practice.

4.What is the main idea of the passage?

A.Public speaking in international forums.

B.The many uses of public speaking.

C.Public speaking in daily life context.

D.The rules of public speaking.

Green Collar Section

What is ecotourism? According to the International Ecotourism Society, ecotourism can be defined as responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and _______ the well-being of local people. That is to say, most ecotourism experiences are _______ at helping people to foster an appreciation of the environment, the conservation of wildlife, plants and resources, and respect and understanding of native _______.

Ecotourism is socially important because it provides a way for people to travel responsibly, and to learn about and respect the environment of these natural places. Ideally, ecotourism professionals organize and _______ an experience that demonstrates local environmental sustainability and cultural sensitivity for travelers.

At the university level, ecotourism programs are usually found in environmental science and recreation management departments. Students learn basic knowledge about different _______ of tourism (such as accommodation, transportation, business, organization, and hospitality) as well as conservational issues (such as _______ protection for wildlife and rational _______ of resources). And in more advanced programs, students will focus on nature-based education, such as and ecological issues. _______, it is also helpful, and sometimes _______, to be fluent in a foreign language, or students will not be able to hold a global insight. After graduation, it is also ________ for students to receive further career training programs, such as Group Dynamics for Ecotourism, Green Event Planning, Natural Resource Assessment and Planning, Intercultural Communications, Wilderness & Remote First Aid, etc, in order to become better adaptable to the updating job requirement.

As the threat to our planet ________ in many communities, their inhabitants are becoming more interested in the natural world around them and in ways to conserve the environment. Ecotourism is growing at three times the ________ of the tourism sector itself, and demanding more knowledgeable workers ________ to sustainability.

Jobs in ecotourism can be highly risky and adventurous, but also limited by season. Green travel employes generally work for private companies, government and pubic institutions, and nonprofits. Salaries in ecotourism ________ from field to field, but it helps to have a degree and some experience. Group leaders and travel guides are responsible for guiding tours through the ecosystems of various destinations ________ pointing out the benefits of green travel and a green lifestyle. Leaders and guides come from a wide range of backgrounds. Many will have experience in the tourism industry, while some will be scientists looking for positions in education.

1.A.dominates B.cultivates C.ruins D.sustains

2.A.bound B.aimed C.intended D.destined

3.A.peoples B.languages C.bonds D.habitats

4.A.alter B.taste C.execute D.undergo

5.A.properties B.advantages C.opinions D.respects

6.A.deserve B.reserve C.preserve D.conserve

7.A.exhaustion B.fulfillment C.advantage D.exploitation

8.A.Moreover B.Therefore C.Likewise D.After all

9.A.controlled B.requested C.selective D.compulsory

10.A.applicable B.obliged C.critical D.subtle

11.A.turns down B.turns up C.turns off D.turns on

12.A.rate B.width C.scale D.extension

13.A.devoting B.contributed C.adapting D.committed

14.A.count B.different C.range D.vary

15.A.while B.because C.even if D.if

President Donald Trump's first state dinner excluded Democratic members of Congress and the media, which was criticized by many as a(n) _________ from tradition.

A.departure B.benefit C.escape D.lesson

Letting virtual assistants, such as Amazon's Alexa, take care of your home is a(n) _________ for disaster to some, because AI-infused systems may demonstrate unpredictable behaviors that can be disruptive, confusing, offensive, and even dangerous.

A.topic B.shortcut C.cure D.recipe

The literature masterpiece Macbeth by Shakespeare will be better understood if readers look at the tragedy in the historical _________ of the Elizabethan and Jacobean periods, an era of relative stability.

A.content B.contest C.context D.contact

Along with enthusiasm for composing music _________ his devotion to cultivating young people's passion for music.

A.come B.comes C.coming D.to come