阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写 1个适当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

I lost my wallet after going shopping last Friday evening. But I didn’t realize it was missing until five hours later. I couldn’t remember 1. I lost it. I stayed up all night and worried about my wallet. The next day, I went back to the shops that I2. (visit) and asked about my wallet. A manager at one store came over and said, “Someone turned this in last night. We thought you might come back to look for it,3. we kept it for you.”

阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写 1个适当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

Which sea animal is 1. (good) at escaping? The answer may be the octopus(章鱼). An octopus’ body is very soft. There are no bones in it. The small animal has just two little hard parts in 2. (it) mouth. So it can go into very small spaces. An octopus weighing about 230g can pass 3. a 2.5cm-wide hole.

Translation

1.周末你常常挤出一些时间帮父母做家务吗？ （spare）

2.人工智能最终替代人类是不可能的。 （possibility ）

3.只有不断维护网上银行系统，我们才能确保银行账户的安全。（Only）

4.有些地区过去强调学业成绩不是学生全面发展，这是值得反思的社会现象。(which )

Summary Writing

An Extension of the Human Brain

Other people can help us compensate for our mental and emotional deficiencies (欠缺)，much as a wooden leg can compensate for a physical deficiency . To be exact , other people can extend our intelligence and help us understand and adjust our emotions. When another person helps us in such ways , he or she is participating in what I’ve called a “ social prosthetic (义肢的) system.” Such systems do not need to operate face-to face , and it’s clear to me that the Internet is expanding the range of my own social prosthetic system . It’s already a big bank of many minds . Even in its current state , the Internet has extended my memory and judgment .

Regarding memory : Once I look up something on the Internet , I don’t need to keep all the details for future use ------I know where to find that information again and can quickly and easily do particularly striking when I’m writing ; I ‘m no longer comfortable writing if I ‘m not connected to the Internet. It’s become natural to check facts as I write, taking a minute or two to dip into PubMed, Wikipedia , or other websites.

Regarding judgment: The Internet has made me smarter in matters small and large . For example , when I ‘m writing a textbook , it has become second nature to check a dozen definitions of a key term , which helps me dig into the core and understand its meaning . But more than that , I now regularly compare my views with those of many others . If I have a “ new idea”, I now quickly look to see whether somebody else has already thought of it , or something similar-and I then compare what I think with what others have thought . This certainly makes my own views clearer . Moreover , I can find out whether my reactions to an event are reasonable enough by reading about those of others on the Internet .

Directions: Complete the following passage by using the sentences given below. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.

The way individuals collectively remember , forget , and recall event , people , places , etc,has been an important topic of research on collective memory .1.He developed the concept of collective memory , arguing that individual memories are only understood within the context of a group through time and space .

2.They include theoretical concepts , the study of historical sources , oral histories , case studies , interviews, and surveys . For example , one group of researchers carried out several interviews to investigate younger and older American adults for three wars , namely , the Civil War , World War II.,  and the Iraq War . Although Americans of different ages recalled similar events , the interpretation of some events changed over the generations : both younger and older adults recalled the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki , however , they differed in how they rated the bombings .

More recently , memory study scholars tend to stress the significance of the media in shaping collective memories : “ Culture and individuals memory are constantly produced through the technologies of memory .” Under this perspective, research often involves content analysis of news and the use of surveys or interviews for analyzing the public memory . Alternatively , scholars have studied the role of journalists as collective memory agents by manually analyzing the stories journalists tell as professionals and the stories they

tell about their profession. 3.

However, developments in digital technologies in recent years have significantly influenced how we keep track of events both as individuals and as a collective . “The Internet doesn’t forget .” The Internet has had strong impacts on memory and the processes of remembering and forgetting. 4.. Analyzing different Web documents, researchers have shown that more recent past events are remembered more vividly in the present.

A.There are a few relatively simple things a person can do to help improve their memory

B.Meanwhile , it has converted collective memory into an observable phenomenon that can be tracked and measured online

C.Recently developed information technologies particularly the Internet , have affected how we create , stored and recall information

D.Maurice Halbwachs is generally recognized as the father of collective memory research

E.In all cases , most of the research methods applied to memory studies rely on long procedures

F.Research on collective memory is often based on various aspects

    The next time a giant Big Mac or Coke flashes into your mind when you’re walking home from the pub, you may not simply have the snacks. And that picture of the model putting on Chanel — no, you’re not daydreaming.

A British startup has created a new advertising system that uses lasers to project images up to 200 metres tall from the sides of tall buildings, enabling advertisers to reach people from virtual billboards（广告牌）in the sky. Passers-by will see each image for only between one tenth and quarter of a second, as their eye eye catches the light from certain angles.

Advertising agencies and big businesses have already signalled their interest, but Skyline campaigners have branded the technology “greedy” and said that it could fill our skies with showy and tasteless brands.

The Echo system, from Lightvert, uses a high laser projector to bounce light off a narrow reflective strip fixed to the side of a building, visible up to 1km away. This creates large-scale images that are captured briefly in the viewer’s eye as a result of the “persistence of vision” effect: the same effect that leaves an imprint of a light source on your vision after you’ve turned away.

Daniel Siden, the technology’s inventor, explained: People often think this could be subversive, but it’s not subliminal advertising（隐性广告）as the imagery registers on the conscious level. It’s actually less invasive and more fun than traditional advertising. Mr.Siden said that planning experts have indicated that planning permission should not be a problem outside of conservation area. He said that the system was safe because of the distance between the projector and passers by. And images would be above the line of sight of drivers and cyclists

and below the field of vision of airline pilot. The images have been tested and shown not to cause epileptic seizures（癫痫发作）.

Because it uses only one strip of reflected light, the system needs a small amount of the power, about one-twentieth of a standard 96-sheet digital outdoor display for an image of the same height.

The owners of high-rise properties could use the system to make large returns from installing the laser projector and reflective strip. The company puts the cost of a unit measuring 100 metres at under ￡750,000, based on the present design, anticipating that costs will drop.

Still, some Skyline campaigners dislike the technology and believe it delivers subliminal advertising. Barbara Weiss of the Skyline Campaign, said: “It’s actually offensive. London’s latest tall buildings are not particularly well-built or well designed, but unfortunately people are forced to look at them. Adding stupid advertising that’s invasive in its nature will only make it worse.”

1.Why does the writer cite the example of Big Mac, Coke and Chanel in paragraph 1?

A.Because he attempts to promote these products to potential consumers.

B.Because he studies the association between products and images in advertising.

C.Because he tries to illustrate the effectiveness of flashing images of advertised goods.

D.Because he wants to introduce a new advertising technology to readers.

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

A.Pedestrians can see the flashing images on one side of the building from specific angles.

B.The system is composed of a laser projector, a reflective strip and a physical billboard.

C.The image lasts between one tenth and quarter of a second in vision even if you turn away.

D.It’s a new advertising system developed by a time-honored British company.

3.The underlined word “subversive” in paragraph 5 probably means ________.

A.Subconscious B.trouble making

C.harmless D.imaginative

4.Which party is likely to set obstacles to the application of the Echo System?

A.Environmentalists worried about energy consumption.

B.Drivers, cyclists and pilots whose sight might be affected.

C.The Skyline Campaign regarding the image as flashy.

D.The patients who suffer from epileptic seizures.

    Bringing tech into the bedroom can be more harmful than helpful. Glancing at your phone before hitting the bed may be distracting and, more important, the blue light its screen emits is known to make falling asleep more difficult. But that’s not true for all gadgets. These smart-home devices want to invade your bedroom with the aim of improving your sleep.

1.All the following gadgets help you with sleep with body contact EXCEPT ________.

A.Muse Headband B.Here One Smart Earbuds

C.Apple Iphone D.S+sleep Monitor

2.What is NOT true about blue light?

A.Frequent use of cell phones leads to much emission of blue light.

B.It makes it harder for your body to produce an essential chemical.

C.The Night Shift feature can probably reduce the emission of blue light.

D.Blue light reminds you to get to bed and regulates your sleep.

3.What’s the best title for the passage?

A.Sleep, something well deserved

B.Sleep, your name is gadget

C.Sleep, a mission made impossible

D.Sleep, highly dependent on tech

    Sleeper trains occupy a romantic corner of any traveler’s soul. One of Hercule Poirot’s most fascinating adventures takes place on the Simplon Orient Express, which used to run from Paris to Istanbul. A famous scene in Alfred Hitchcock’s “North by Northwest” features a night train entering a tunnel. James Bond, meanwhile, detects a spy on a sleeper train after noticing him behave suspiciously in the dining car.

In some parts of the world, the nostalgia（怀旧）lives on. The Caledonian Sleeper, complete with smartly dressed waiters, neeps and tatties（白萝卜泥和土豆泥）and a selection of whiskies, is the best way to travel between London and Scotland. Elsewhere, however, sleepers are on their last legs  . Flights across Europe have become so cheap that fewer and fewer travelers bother with sleeper trains. Sensing that the end is approaching. Andrew Martin, a British writer, has written a book about the sleeper.

“Night Trains” is a brief history of the mode, combined with accounts of journeys Mr.Martin has taken on sleeper routes across Europe. The reader joins him on a train Munich,where he eats a tuna sandwich on board. Travelling from Paris to Venice, he thinks he has been robbed of $105. The service to Nice is cancelled, yet such is his love for sleeping aboard that he spends the night on the train as it sits on the platform.

These stories make clear that the golden age of the sleeper train is long past. How different things were in the 19th century, when a passenger on the Orient Express could dine on delicacies and good wines. The only modern-day sleeper train which comes up to the Mr. Martin’s exacting standards is the Nordland, which travels towards northern Norway.

Those who have no experience of the sleeper trains often ask sleeper enthusiasts: ”Do you sleep?” After a read of Mr. Martin’s book, the answer would seem to be a definite “no”: the noise of the train wake him up time and again. Still, it is hard not to be won over by his enthusiasm. Catch the sleeper train, before it’s too late.

1.What can we learn from the underlined sentence in paragraph two?

A.Sleeper trains are the last means of transportation for travelers.

B.Travelers tend to fall asleep toward the end of their trip.

C.Travelers are too exhausted to walk any longer.

D.Sleeper trains are becoming out of fashion.

2.After reading the book Night Trains, readers ________.

A.may enjoy the scenery on their journey from London to Scotland.

B.can have the opportunity to travel on the best train in Europe.

C.may have a basic understanding of the history of sleeper trains.

D.cannot find a similar train living up to the standards of Mr. Martin.

3.What can be inferred from the last paragraph?

A.The noise of the train makes it impossible for travelers to sleep well.

B.Readers may be discouraged from riding on sleeper trains.

C.The writer of the passages suggests not spending nights aboard.

D.For enthusiasts, the love for sleepers outweighs the inconvenience caused.

4.The author’s purpose of writing the passage is to ________.

A.introduce readers to a new book about sleeper trains

B.compare the advantages of sleeper trains in different periods

C.inform the readers of the rise and fall of sleeper trains

D.recall readers’ memory of an old-fashioned means of transportation

    When you’re shopping at the grocery store, you probably expect that the olive oil you see came from,well, olives. And that the organic vegetables were never exposed to poisonous chemicals. Increasingly, however, there’s a chance you might be ______. In recent years, there has been a rise in reports of so-called food fraud, or attempts by various entities — including storage workers, suppliers and distributors — to alter products and mislead customers and food companies alike for ______ gain. Among the more recent examples: “natural” honey containing antibiotics and Italian companies selling “Italian olive oil” from a blend of oils that did not ______ from Italy.

By and large, the fraudsters are trying to make easy money — ______ for a whole food or pricey ingredient, then cutting it with ______ stuff secretly. But the health consequences can be ______.

How can this happen? In the U.S., the Pure Food and Drug Act has prevented the “manufacture, sale or transportation of misbranded or poisonous foods” since 1906, and similar laws exist in other countries.

But most global food regulators, including the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, aren’t ______ to enforce them effectively. For the most part, they focus on safety standards — ______ that foods don’t contain bacteria or viruses — and rely on companies to police their own ingredients, lest they face ______ backlash（强烈抵制）. But now that food manufacturing has become globalized, supply chains are longer, creating more opportunities for bad actors to ______. Anyone who can ______ substituting cheap ingredients for more expensive ones is going to try.

Governments are starting to fight back. In 2014, the U.K. created a food-crime unit that collects reports of food fraud. But in order to prevent fraud in the first place, the food industry needs to ______ the safeguarding of its own production network. So the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) — a trade group including officials from more than 300 food manufactures — will this year start ______ its members’ supply chains, from field to table, to identify vulnerabilities.

______, dozens of other food-industry experts recently teamed up with academics from Michigan State University to launch the Food Fraud Initiative （FFI）, a group that studies fraudsters — specifically, how they avoid safeguards — and then advises food companies on how to get rid of them. “There are plenty of criminals out there who are going to wake up and perceive some opportunity for fraud,” says John Spink, director of the FFI. “We just need to make ourselves a(n) ______ target.”

1.A.definite B.peaceful C.optimistic D.wrong

2.A.financial B.social C.technological D.potential

3.A.initiate B.originate C.withdraw D.profit

4.A.asking B.paying C.charging D.harvesting

5.A.cheaper B.faulty C.lighter D.bad

6.A.ok B.terrific C.incredible D.horrible

7.A.honored B.equipped C.justified D.promoted

8.A.maintaining B.struggling C.ensuring D.reflecting

9.A.consumer B.manufacturer C.market D.organizer

10.A.mess around B.make off C.show off D.stand aside

11.A.hold on to B.come up with C.get away with D.carry away with

12.A.minimize B.upgrade C.publicize D.abandon

13.A.recalling B.breaking C.describing D.examining

14.A.However B.Meanwhile C.Instead D.Therefore

15.A.easier B.nicer C.harder D.rarer

    Did you know that spending a few dollars on a bottle of salad dressing could help children with serious illnesses enjoy a week at summer camp? It’s true, 1. Newman’s Own.

In December 1980, Paul Newman, a famous American film actor, and his friend A. E.Hotchner made gallons of salad dressing to give to family and friends as gifts. Their friends loved it and wanted more, so Hotchner and Newman made more. But this time they decided to sell the test, as a result of 2. Newman’s Own was born.

By the end of 1982, the first year of production, profits 3. (reach) $400,000.Since 4. Newman nor Hotchner needed money. Newman said, “Let’s give it all away to 5. needs it.” Over the years, Newman’s Own added more and more products. Towards the end of 2008, more than 40 products were being sold, and all of the profits went to charity, more than $265 million worth as of April 2009.

The profits 6. (donate) to various charities, but the one closest to Newman’s heart is the Hole in the Wall Gang camp, 7. (establish) in 1988. This special camp is for seriously ill children. For one week, children at this camp 8. forget about their illnesses and enjoy 9.. Medical needs are taken care of, and since they are all sick,the children don’t have to feel “different.” It’s all paid for through people 10. (buy) salad dressing — a small price for such a great reward.

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Square dancing has been more and more popular with the elderly as their living condition improve. Most people think it can help people take regularly exercise and strengthen their fitness. Besides, it provides people more chances to take outdoor activities. However, some people argue that the music is very noisy, that disturbs the surrounding citizens' normal life. Also, be exposed to such loud noise may do a harm to their health in the long run.

In my opinion, square dancing is a good form of exercise, so dancers should take our neighbors' needs into consideration. If they chose a right time and turn down the music, it will cause fewer trouble for others.

    Percy Shelley, an English poet, was born on August 4th, 1792. He is 1.(wide) thought of as one of the most important 2.(figure) of the Romantic Movement in English literature. Shelley received early education at home and later, at the age of 12, 3.(admit) to Eton College, which has a long history of more than 500 years, 4.(date) back to the 15th century. Then he attended Oxford University shortly after he turned 18.

As 5. romantic poet, some of his poems, like Ode to the West Wind and Ode to A Skylark, are among the most famous in English. 6., in his own time, Shelley was very unpopular for his political and 7.(religion) views. Fortunately, he successively(先后) met Byron and Keats and befriended with them during his tour around Europe after he married Mary Godwin, his second wife, 8. later became famous as Mary Shelley, the author of the novel Frankenstein.

About a month before his 30th birthday, 9.(welcome) his friend Leigh Hunt, Shelley sailed to Leghorn. During the stormy return voyage, his small boat sank and he drowned. It was not until days later 10. his body was washed ashore.

    Body language is the quiet, secret and most powerful language of all! It speaks_________ than words. According to specialists, our bodies send out more ________than we realize. In fact, non-verbal communication takes up about 50%of what we really ________. And body language is particularly ________ when we attempt to communicate across cultures. Indeed, what is called body language is so ________ a part of us that it's actually often unnoticed. And misunderstandings happen as a result of it. ________, different societies treat the _______ between people differently. Northern Europeans usually do not like having ________ contact even with friends, certainly not with_________. People from Latin American countries, ________, touch each other quite a lot. Therefore, it's possible that in ________, it may look like a Latino（拉丁美洲人）is ________a Norwegian（挪威人）all over the room. The Latino, trying to express friendship, will keep moving ________. The Norwegian, very probably seeing this as rudeness, will keep ________ which the Latino will in return regard as ________.

Clearly, a great deal is going on when people ________. And only a part of it is in the words themselves. And when partners are from ________ cultures, there's a strong possibility of _____________ But whatever the situation, the best ________ is to obey the Golden Rule: treat others as you would like to be________.

1.A.longer B.louder C.straighter D.further

2.A.feelings B.invitations C.sounds D.messages

3.A.discover B.receive C.guess D.mean

4.A.unnecessary B.complicated C.important D.immediate

5.A.far B.well C.much D.long

6.A.As a result B.In short C.For example D.On the contrary

7.A.connections B.distance C.greetings D.trade

8.A.telephone B.eye C.verbal D.bodily

9.A.neighbors B.relatives C.strangers D.enemies

10.A.in other words B.on the other hand C.in a similar way D.by all means

11.A.conversation B.experiment C.exchange D.silence

12.A.guiding B.quarreling C.disturbing D.following

13.A.on B.closer C.away D.faster

14.A.going on B.coming out C.backing away D.stepping forward

15.A.coldness B.enthusiasm C.weakness D.carelessness

16.A.immigrate B.travel C.bargain D.talk

17.A.European B.different C.Latino D.similar

18.A.misunderstanding B.excitement C.curiosity D.nervousness

19.A.chance B.advice C.result D.present

20.A.noticed B.pleased C.respected D.treated

    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 sport2. 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 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 with 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 of the crowd. Remember, these people chose the winners from 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 it.

    California has lost half its big trees since the 1930s, according to a study to be published Tuesday and climate change seems to be a major factor(因素).

The number of trees larger than two feet across has declined by 50 percent on more than 46, 000 square miles of California forests, the new study finds. No area was spared or unaffected, from the foggy northern coast to the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the San Gabriels above Los Angeles. In the Sierra high country, the number of big trees has fallen by more than 55 percent; in parts of southern California the decline was nearly 75 percent.

Many factors contributed to the decline, said Patrick McIntyre, an ecologist who was the lead author of the study. Woodcutters targeted big trees. Housing development pushed into the woods. Aggressive wildfire control has left California forests crowded with small trees that compete with big trees for resources(资源).

But in comparing a study of California forests done in the 1920s and 1930s with another one between 2001 and 2010, McIntyre and his colleagues documented a widespread death of big trees that was evident even in wildlands protected from woodcutting or development.

The loss of big trees was greatest in areas where trees had suffered the greatest water shortage. The researchers figured out water stress with a computer model that calculated how much water trees were getting in comparison with how much they needed, taking into account such things as rainfall, air temperature, dampness of soil, and the timing of snowmelt(融雪).

Since the 1930s, McIntyre said, the biggest factors driving up water stress in the state have been rising temperatures, which cause trees to lose more water to the air, and earlier snowmelt, which reduces the water supply available to trees during the dry season.

1.What is the second paragraph mainly about?

A.The seriousness of big-tree loss in California.

B.The increasing variety of California big trees.

C.The distribution of big trees in California forests.

D.The influence of farming on big trees in California.

2.Which of the following is well-intentioned but may be bad for big trees?

A.Ecological studies of forests.

B.Banning woodcutting.

C.Limiting housing development.

D.Fire control measures.

3.What is a major cause of the water shortage according to McIntyre?

A.Inadequate snowmelt. B.A longer dry season.

C.A warmer climate. D.Dampness of the air.

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

A.California’s Forests: Where Have All the Big Trees Gone?

B.Cutting of Big Trees to Be Prohibited in California Soon

C.Why Are the Big Trees Important to California Forests?

D.Patrick McIntyre: Grow More Big Trees in California

    Anger is not wrong. I know this statement seems shocking and challenges the wildly popular “Positive Thinking” movement, which encourages us to “be full of positive energy” and “let go of our anger”. However, the truth is that anger is just an emotion, and emotions are neither right nor wrong. We do not consciously select them.We do, on the other hand, select how we express our emotions and there are definitely right and wrong means of expression.

The reason we’re often urged to “keep a lid on”our anger is that few people ever learn proper and positive ways to express anger. Instead, we are taught that “anger is wrong” and “you should keep your anger inside”. But these messages don't change the fact that, for most of us, anger exists.

Many popular “Positive Thinking” programmes assume that success comes from “controlling our emotion” and that this can be done by simply repeating positive statements.Interestingly, these positive slogans often include a lot of negativity. “Only losers complain! I am a winner!” is one popular saying. The belief that those who disagree with us are losers is actually quite negative and is often used as an excuse for rude language and personal attacks.

When it comes to dealing with negative situations in our daily lives, the ability to reasonably express anger or disagreement is an important skill. But we must use balanced and non­violent methods to express our dissatisfaction. Frustration at unfair policies or treatment can certainly cause anger, but our anger can never be an excuse for abusing family members, damaging schools, attacking doctors or most seriously, engaging in terrorism.

Instead of pretending that anger doesn't exist, we should start teaching appropriate means of dealing with anger.When we experience anger feelings in ourselves or others, what we should “let go of” is the silly idea that we can remove anger with just a few sweet words. Instead, we should find reasonable solutions to the causes of those angry feelings. We need to accept anger as a natural emotion but stop using it as an excuse for violent and destructive behavior. Anger isn't wrong, but failure to deal with it appropriately is.

1.What is the writer's opinion about the “Positive Thinking” movement?

A.It can help people control their negative feelings.

B.It does not offer useful solutions for dealing with anger.

C.Following such advice can improve people's chances for success.

D.Most of the people who participate in such programs are dishonest.

2.The underlined expression “keep a lid on” in Paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to________．

A.freely express B.always forgive

C.hold inside D.completely forget

3.What information would have been useful to add to the final paragraph?

A.The names of some good books that talk about anger issues.

B.The viewpoints of people who hold the opposite opinion to the writer.

C.Different studies that provide some evidence supporting the writer's belief.

D.Some examples of how to deal with anger in a positive and beneficial way.

4.The content of this passage is mostly based on________．

A.fact B.opinion

C.theory D.story

    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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1. 所续写短文的词数应为150左右；

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

    You probably love your dog more than you love some humans. The level of love and trust you feel toward your pet is probably not different from what you feel toward any other family member. But is the feeling mutual(相互的)？1.

ⅰ.He/She learns your routines.

Trust is understood differently for humans and animals.

2. So the best way to build a relationship with your dog is to make these routines positive interactions.

ⅱ.His/Her eyes say it all.

When dogs and their owners stared into each other's eyes during a 30­minute period, both of their oxytocin levels increased. Oxytocin has also been called the love hormone and the cuddle(拥抱) hormone.

3. And it is produced when we're around someone we love and trust. This result could mean that the dogs were trying to form bonds with their owners—definitely a sign of trust.

ⅲ.4.

Typically, dogs sleep in a place that they are comfortable, so sleeping in an owner's room could certainly be an indication of comfort. The environment can affect whether your dog settles down in your room or on your bed. However, you may want to carefully weigh your pros and cons before you invite him/her into your bed.

ⅳ.He/She doesn't see you angry often.

5. But a study suggested that dogs can read your emotions, and they're less likely to trust you when you're in a bad mood. When dogs saw the negative behavior, they were less willing to search for the treat.

A．He/She sleeps in your room.

B．Don't be angry with your dog.

C．He/She enjoys comfortable places.

D．It's normal to get annoyed at your dog.

E．Here's how to tell if your dog trusts you.

F．It's used to help mothers bond with their babies.

G．Pets rely on routines to feel normal and have happy lives.

    I always had the best intentions of packing my lunch, but putting this healthy habit into practice was a different story. I was always jealous when I would see my co­workers with their cute food containers full of fresh ingredients(食材). Occasionally, I would be inspired to have a productive Sunday afternoon when I would cook my favorite food, but once Wednesday passed, I would be back on the street, trying to figure out what sounded good to eat.

However, to form the habit of packing my lunch is not an easy thing. At first, the idea of packing my lunch felt like a sacrifice, but since I started bringing healthy food to work, I have not given it up. I'm able to bring foods that are rich in fiber and protein, and I avoid ingredients that make my blood sugar rise sharply. This was the big kicker for me to keep this healthy habit for good.

Portion(份量) control has always been a big issue for me. If there is food on my plate, I'm going to eat it. By packing my own lunch, I'm easily able to manage portions and know my ingredient choices. Eating a cleaner and lighter lunch not only supports my general weight ­loss goals, but it also makes space for the occasional weeknight dinner out that I can enjoy freely.

When developing my budget for 2017, I made a point to get real about the large expenses I did not even realize. Until I looked at my credit card statement, I had no idea how much money I was spending on my lunch every week. It's hard in the big city to find something that's fresh, nutritious, and filling for under $10.That's $50 a week I could be saving…Quite a sum of money, isn't it?

1.What can we know from the first paragraph?

A.Saying is one thing, and doing another.

B.Failure is the mother of success.

C.Actions speak louder than words.

D.Rome is not built in a day.

2.The change the author has made in eating habits suggests ________.

A.she regrets making so many sacrifices

B.she is a person with determination

C.she is not quite an independent person

D.she likes imitating her colleagues in life

3.Thanks to packing her lunch to work, the author ________.

A.saves the time to buy ingredients

B.stops having dinner out on weekends

C.can eat in a cleaner and lighter way

D.makes room for her weight­loss training

4.We can conclude from the last paragraph that packing her lunch to work in a sense ________.

A.has helped reduce her life expenses

B.has kept her blood sugar going up sharply

C.increases her chance to use the credit card

D.makes her get used to the life in big cities

    October 15th is the Global Handwashing Day. Activities are planned in more than 20 countries to get millions of people in the developing world to wash their hands with soap. For example, donators(捐赠者) will give 150,000 bars of soap to schools in Ethiopia.

Experts say people around the world wash their hands every day, but very few use soap at so-called important moments. These include after washing the toilet, after cleaning a baby and before touching food.

Global Handwashing Day is the idea of the Public-Private Partnership for Handwashing with Soap. Partners include the United Nations Children’s Fund, American government agencies, the World Bank and soap makers Unlever and Procter and Gamble. The organizers say all soaps are equally effective at removing disease-causing germs(细菌). They say the correct way to wash is to wet your hands with a small amount of water and cover them with soap. Rub(揉搓) it into all areas, including under the fingernails. Rub for at least twenty seconds. Then rinse well under running water. At last, dry your hands with a clean cloth or wave them in the air.

The Partnership for Handwashing says soap is important because it increases the time that people spend in washing hands. Soap also helps to break up the dirt that holds most of the germs. And it usually leaves a pleasant smell. The Partnership for Handwashing also says washing with soap before eating or after using the toilet could save more lives than any vaccine(疫苗) or medicine. Hand washing could also prevent the spread of other diseases. When people get germs on their hands, they can infect(感染)themselves by touching their eyes, noses or mouths. Then they can infect others.

1.What’s the best title for this passage?

A.Hand washing: so important---it gets a day of its own.

B.Find out why washing hands carefully is so important.

C.Say no to washing hands in the wrong way.

D.Want to live a longer life?---wash your hands.

2.The underlined word “rinse” in Paragraph 3 probably means _________.

A.to dry your hands B.to rub your hands carefully

C.to wash away the soap D.to clean your fingers

3.The last paragraph mainly tells us _________.

A.how to wash your hands correctly

B.why washing hands with soap is so important

C.the dangers of washing hands without soap

D.when we should especially wash our hands with soap

4.In which part of a newspaper would you most probably read this passage?

A.Advertisement. B.Public service.

C.Medical care. D.Health report.

A Guide to the University

Food

The TWU Cafeteria is open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. It serves snacks(小吃), drinks, ice cream bars and meals. You can pay with cash or your ID cards.You can add meal money to your ID cards at the Front Desk. Even if you do not buy your food in the cafeteria, you can use the tables to eat your lunch, to have meetings with your friends and to study.

If you are on campus in the evening or late at night,you can buy snacks, fast food, and drinks in the Lower Cafe located in the bottom level of the Douglas Center. This area is often used for entertainment such as concerts, games or TV watching.

Relaxation

The Globe, located in the bottom level of McMillan Hall, is available for relaxing, studying, cooking and eating. Monthly activities are held here for all international students. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., closed on Sundays.

Academic Support

All students have access to the Writing Center on the upper floor of Douglas Hall. Here, qualified volunteers will work with you on written work, grammar, vocabulary and other academic skills. If you need help, you can sign up for an appointment by finishing the sign-up sheet outside the door, two 30-minute appointments per week maximum. This service is free.

Transportation

The TWU Express is a shuttle(班车)service. The shuttle transports students between campus and the shopping center, leaving from the Mattson Centre. Operation hours are between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Saturdays only. Round trip fare is $1.

1.What can you do in the TWU Cafeteria?

A.Do homework and watch TV. B.Buy drinks and enjoy concerts.

C.Have meals and meet with friends. D.Add money to your ID and play chess.

2.How can you seek help from the Writing Center?

A.By applying online. B.By calling the center.

C.By filling in a sign-up form. D.By going to the center directly.

3.What is the function of the TWU Express?

A.To carry students to the lecture halls. B.To provide students with campus tours.

C.To take students to the Mattson Centre. D.To transport students to and from the stores.

The mother used to      her son’s pockets while he was asleep, looking for letters from his girfriend.

A.get through B.watch out C.go through D.search for

I feel sorry for what I have said and done, and I will do what I can to     the unpleasant impression you have of me.

A.replace B.remove C.remain D.rescue

I think everyone should be kind to others for kindness is a human        which everyone admires.

A.quantity B.quality C.advantage D.opinion