1、每小题1.5分,共15分)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。AOld Tom sent his four sons to look at an apple tree in different seasons, 1 he wanted them to learn not to judge things too quickly. The first son went in winter, the second in spring, the third in summer, and the youngest i
2、n autumn. When they all came back, he asked for the 2 (describe) about what they had seen. The sons had different opinions. Tom then told them 3 they shouldnt judge a tree, or a person, by only one season.BChocolate was first used as a drink over 3,500 years ago in 4 (center) America. It was very po
3、pular with the Mayans and the Aztecs. In fact, cocoa beans were very important to people there. That was 5 they were used as money. In the beginning, cocoa 6 (plant) in Ecuador, which was, for a long time, the worlds number-one producer of cocoa beans. It is still one of the top producers of the bea
4、ns, but nowadays more than 70 per cent of cocoa beans come from West Africa.CBuildings around the world will go dark for 60 minutes this evening in a voluntary event 7 (know) as Earth Hour. This grassroots effort started in 2007 in Sydney, Australia, and since then it 8 (grow) into a global movement
5、 9 (raise) awareness of our energy consumption and the effects of climate change on our planet. Anyone can participate in this movement by switching 10 the lights at 8:30 PM local time. Last year close to 18,000 landmark buildings switched off their lights in 188 countries. Will you dim your lights
6、tonight?第二节 完形填空(共20小题;每小题1.5分,共30分)阅读下面短文,掌握其大意,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。As a young man, Al was a skilled artist, a potter. He had a wife and two fine sons. One night, his oldest son developed a severe stomachache. Thinking it was only some 11 intestinal (肠内的) disorder, neither Al nor
7、his wife took the condition very seriously. But it was actually acute appendicitis (急性阑尾炎), and the boy 12 suddenly that night.Knowing the death could have been 13 if he had only realized the seriousness of the situation, Als emotional health deteriorated under the huge burden of his 14 . To make ma
8、tters worse, his wife 15 him a short time later, leaving him alone with his six-year-old younger son. The hurt and pain of the two 16 were more than Al could handle, and he 17 to alcohol to help him cope, thus in time Al became an alcoholic. 18 the alcoholism progressed, Al began to lose everything
9、he 19 his home, his land and his art objects. Al 20 died alone in a San Francisco motel room.When I heard of Als death, I reacted with the same disdain the world shows for one who ends his life with nothing to show for it. “What a complete 21 he is!” I thought. “What a totally wasted life!”As time w
10、ent by, I began to re-evaluate my earlier judgment. I knew Als now 22 son, Ernie. He is one of the kindest, most caring, most loving men I have ever known. I watched Ernie with his children and saw the free 23 of love between them. I knew that kindness and caring had to come from somewhere.I hadnt h
11、eard Ernie talk much about his 24 . One day I worked 25 my courage to ask him. “Im really 26 by something,” I said. “I know your father was 27 the only one to raise you. What on earth did he do to make you become such a special person?Ernie sat quietly and 28 for a few moments. Then he said, “From m
12、y earliest 29 as a child until I left home at 18, Al came into my room every night, gave me a kiss and said, I love you, son.”Tears came to my eyes as I realized what a fool I had been to judge Al as a failure. He had not left any 30 possessions behind. But he had been a kind loving father, and he l
13、eft behind one of the finest, most giving men I have ever known. (423words)11. A. certain B. average C. rare D. common12. A. worsened B. choked C. starved D. died13. A. cured B. forbidden C. prevented D. saved14. A. disease B. guilt C. pressure D. duty15. A. left B. scolded C. quarreled D. forgave16
14、. A. accidents B. situations C. conflicts D. adventures17. A. got B. drank C. turned D. sank18. A. As B. Though C. Because D. If19. A. needed B. possessed C. benefited D. shared20. A. accidentally B. gradually C. eventually D. immediately21. A. trouble B. failure C. disaster D. rubbish22. A. teen B.
15、 adolescent C. aged D. adult23. A. will B. fall C. flow D. space24. A. mother B. brother C. father D. child25. A. with B. up C. on D. through26. A. puzzled B. worried C. interested D. attracted27. A. especially B. basically C. merely D. specially28. A. argued B. searched C. analyzed D. reflected29.
16、A. thoughts B. ideas C. minds D. memories30. A. spiritual B. material C. memorable D. emotional第三部分:阅读理解(共两节,40分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2分,共30分)阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上 将该项涂黑。Jerry wanted to continue his studies through college after his graduation from high school; so every morning he never fa
17、iled to read the classified ads in the newspaper. He scanned even the smallest ad, hoping to find one company needing the services of a high school graduate.His patience paid off for early one morning he read an ad which said: “An executive wants boy to assist him in his office. He should at least b
18、e a high school graduate.”Jerry cut the ad and quickly took a bath. He put on a clean suit, brushed his short hair neatly, and after asking permission from mother, he proceeded to the office which advertised the ad. When he reached the place, he saw that it was filled with young people. His heart be
19、at faster for he felt he had a very slim chance to be selected.Very soon the office became empty and Jerry found himself being briefed by the executive. He was asked to report at eight oclock the following morning. After Jerry left the office, the manager asked the executive, “What made you select t
20、hat boy who did not have a single recommendation?” “That is where you are mistaken,” explained the executive. “Before entering this office, he wiped his feet and closed the door quietly. It shows he is careful. I noticed that he stood instantly and offered his seat to an old man who entered the offi
21、ce. His act shows that he is kind and considerate boy. He took off his cap when he entered the room and answered my questions promptly indicating that he is polite and gentlemanly.”“Do you know that I purposely laid a book on the floor to find out what these applicants will do?” the executive contin
22、ued. “This boy picked it up and placed it on the table while the rest stepped on it. Does this not show that this boy is orderly? While the others pushed and jostled each other in their desire to be interviewed first, this boy waited quietly instead of pushing and crowding as the rest did. I noticed
23、, when I talked to him, that his clothes were clean. Of course, he had no letter of recommendation, but the things that he did counted more than a dozen letters of recommendation. Furthermore, I really do not believe in written recommendations. I judge a persons character by the way he behaves spont
24、aneously, because I believe that the training of a person will always show in whatever he does and in whatever place he is.”“Now, I hope you are convinced why I selected that boy among the other applicants even if he does not have a single written recommendation.”31. What did Jerry feel when he arri
25、ved at the office?A. He was completely disappointed.B. He was quite astonished by what he saw.C. He was afraid he wouldnt be admitted.D. He felt empty because he didnt have a recommendation.32. How can the character of a person be shown according to the executive?A. By ones recommendation. B. By his
26、 actions.C. By others comments on him D. By his determination.33. What words can best describe Jerry?A. Responsible and well-mannered B. Polite and strong-willedC. Ambitious and gentlemanly D. Thoughtful and spontaneousWelcome To International Summer SchoolAn enjoyable English language learning expe
27、riencetogether with organized sports, activities and excursion (外出游学) program.International Summer School runs 3 different summer school centers for boys and girls aged from 8-21 years in the South of England. Our schools are chosen for their location, accommodation and excellent sporting and art fa
28、cilities.International Summer School has grown increasingly popular and attracts high student numbers each summer. We have many students and staff who return each year. Our courses are personal and of high quality. Students can surely have an exciting and enjoyable experience while improving their E
29、nglish at the same time.Bethany Centre is situated in the heart of Kent in the beautiful countryside, very close to the village of Goudhurst, with its old fashioned shops and cafes, and Marden with its direct train route to central London. The historic large town of Tunbridge Wells is only 15 minute
30、s away. Gatwick and Heathrow airports are easily accessible, as are Eurostar International Stations at Ashford and Ebbsfleet.Moira House is based in Eastbourne on the south coast of England in the much favored Meads area of the town, within walking distance of the seafront and town centre. Gatwick A
31、irport is about half an hours drive away and Heathrow around 40 minutes.Eastbourne Centre is situated directly on the seafront and only a few minutes walk away from the main town centre, with its theatres, museums, art galleries, nightclubs, cafes, restaurants and good selection of indoor and outdoor shopping. Gatwick Airport is about half an hours drive away and Heathrow around 20 minutes.The aim of International Summer School is to create a lively and happy atmosphere that makes learning and internatio
copyright@ 2008-2022 冰豆网网站版权所有
经营许可证编号:鄂ICP备2022015515号-1