1、 Considering that I run a non-profit organization _23_positive perception(认识)of the body and encouraging people to accept their bodies, Im _24_about that it took me so long to know it.I used to make _25_ to my mom that she looked young for her age; her skin didnt have lots of_26_and she had few age
2、spots. But I suddenly realized with a _27_ eye that day that I had been _28_ forcing a young value system on my mom. So I _29_ for telling her that, and she accepted with a smile.I want my mom to grow old, feel the _30_ to age and enjoy everything during the process. Its a privilege to grow older. _
3、31_ we lose sight of this when we are _32_ with countless perfect pictures of aging women and anti-aging fever. The phenomenon _33_ a larger cultural problem that the perfected and forever _34_appearance has become the norm (标准)-or _35_ the popular norm.Now I value the _36_ older women have acquired
4、 through their life experiences. I believe we need to praise them for what theyve _37_ in life. I want to see older women _38_ as themselves with loose skin, grey hair, and everything else that comes.Wanting to be _39_ to others isnt a bad want, but our cultures addiction to staying young has destro
5、yed an entire age group of women. To restate the magazines _40_ . let women actually be themselves.21. A. noticed B. thought C. admired D. watched22. A. wrote B. read C. showed D. concluded23. A. breaking B. promoting C. influencing D. representing24. A. pleased B. satisfied C. worried D. embarrasse
6、d25. A. appeals B. donations C. responses D. comments26. A. wrinkles B. marks C. scars D. blackheads27. A. cautious B. sharp C. fresh D. cold28. A. deliberately B. aimlessly C. abruptly D. unintentionally29. A. sighed B. apologized C. scared D. complained30. A. freedom B. urge C. duty D. risk31. A.
7、Besides B. Therefore C. Otherwise D. However32. A. surrounded B. crowded C. frozen D. compared33. A. describes B. worsens C. indicates D. handles34. A. confident B. youthful C. fashionable D. gentle35. A. at length B. at last C. at least D. at most36. A. sympathy B. honor C. peace D. wisdom37. A. lo
8、st B. abandoned C. weathered D. changed38. A. show up B. show off C. hold on D. hold back39. A. important B. similar C. attractive D. unique40. A. cover B. caption C. theme D. picture一、阅读理解 本大题共4道小题。2.Harry, the first camel to arrive in Australia in 1840, was an unlucky beast. He was imported from t
9、he Canary Islands by explorer John Horrocks. On an expedition (探险),Horrocks picked up his gun in order to shoot a beautiful bird to be added to the collection.” Perhaps Harry was an ecologisthe lurched (突然倾斜), and the gun discharged, shooting Horrocks in the face.Horrocks not surprisingly died of hi
10、s injuries, and his teammates ordered Harry to be shot. The first importation of a camel into Australia came to naught.At the beginning of 1860, 24 camels arrived in Australia to be part of an expedition by explorers Robert OHara Burke and William John Wills. It was an unlucky expedition. The pair m
11、ade one mistake after another, and ended up eating most of their camels within several months, before starving to death.Six years later, more than 100 camels and their Afghan minders arrived in Australia. This time it succeeded and thousands more camels followed.Sir Thomas Elder set up the first cam
12、el studs (种畜场)in South Australia, while others were set up in Western Australia. This time the camels bred (繁殖)like wildfire. They were used for working, rather than exploring expeditions.The imported Afghan cameleers (骆驼夫)were just as hardy and vital, leading camel trains across the cruel interior
13、(腹地)of Australia, where few dared Io go. The camels carried heavy packs of wool and supplies and opened up the desert areas as none had managed to do before. The train that does this crossing today is called The Ghan, in their honor.Motorization put these camel trains out of business, and many camel
14、s were turned loose. The camels loved Australia, and multiplied in amazing numbers. What is to be done with them?Not surprisingly they have become quite a tourist attraction and you can take a camel ride in the desert as the Afghan cameleers once did. But the fact is that camels create quite a probl
15、em in areas where they have taken over, as they damage local vegetation, muscle out native animals competing for food, and create chaos when they wander into settled area.12. What do we know about Harry?A. He caused the death of an explorer. B. He was shot by his owner.C. He was interested in ecolog
16、y. D. He was mistaken for a bird.13. What can we infer from the passage?A. Hara Burke and William John Wills killed their camels by mistake.B. In 1860. most of the 24 camels arriving in Australia starved to death.C. In 1866, more than 100 camels arrived in Australia accompanied by their caretakers.D
17、. The first camel studs was set up in Western Australia.14. Whats the sixth paragraph mainly about?A. Camels character. B. The importation of camels in Australia.C. Camels contribution to Australia. D. The train that carried camels in Australia.15. Which is the best tile of the passage?A. The origin
18、 and development of camels in AustraliaB. The increase and decrease of camels in Australia.C. The breeding and training of camels in Australia.D. The trading and hunting of camels in Australia.3.Were counting on you and your raised hands to bid for the street art selected by the M.B.A. students and
19、go home victoriously! said Arnaud Oliveux at the French auction(拍卖)house Artcurial.Mr. Oliveux walked across the stage and officially opened the second edition of the charity auction Street for Kids. The event is organized by 33 students who major in art management, with a focus on the international
20、 art market, at the Icart School of Arts.Over the past six months, as their final project, the fifth-year students planned their first public auction. They persuaded famous street artists and galleries to donate pieces; they drafted the communication strategy; they designed and built the exhibition
21、space.Julien Garcia-Toudic, 22, was among the students charged with collecting the donated street art. He said, It was for charity and it would be financing childrens access to art.Their goal was to raise money for the Musee en Herbe, whose mission is to bring art to children.Founded more than 40 ye
22、ars ago, the 6,400-square-fbot space provides exhibit-related activities for those between the ages of 3 and 103.re a little alien in the world of art,” said Sylvie Girardet, the museums director. She was a graduate in art history and archaeology when she created the museum with two friends. At the
23、time, she had been shocked to learn that the majority of the French population did not visit museums.Childhood is when a lot of core(核心)values are formed, said Ms Girardet. If we introduced children into the world of art, then as future adults they wouldnt have this mental block?”Young parents who c
24、ame to visit the museum when they were little now come back with their children, Ms Girardet said. It means they remember and they keep fond memories of their time here?4. What was Amaud Oliveux doing at the beginning of the text?A. Giving a lecture. B. Selling artworks.C. Performing a play. D. Orga
25、nizing an exhibition.5. What can we learn about the organizers of the event?A. They are students from an art school.B. They donated artworks to the auction.C. They have planned several public auctions.D. They have prepared for the event for a year.6. What is the Musee en Herbe trying to do?A. Protec
26、t street art. B. Gain support from art schools.C. Bring art to children. D. Provide art courses for students.7. How might Ms Girardet feel when talking about the museum?A. Cautious. B. Anxious.C. Curious. D. Proud.4.This year the Chaucer Heritage Trust is holding the Canterbury Tales Writing Competi
27、tion for school students around the country. Students are welcomed to submit pieces of writing inspired by Geoffrey Chaucers most famous work: The Canterbury Tales.Who Can Take Part?The competition is open to all students from primary schools, middle schools and colleges, and pupils who are receivin
28、g home-schooling. The three age groups are: Junior8 to 11 years old; Intermediate12 to 15 years old; Senior 16 tc 19 years old. Competitors must include their date of birth on the entry form.Competition GuidelinesChoose ONE of the following: Write a poem about a journey. Write a short beast fable (寓
29、言)which explores an important issue through animal characters. Write stories about the future life of a merchant living on the Moonthrough your rich imagination.StyleThink carefully about the languagechoosing the words which best convey your meanings and messages. You are encouraged to use everyday
30、language. Think carefully about the characters in your writing and what they say about the world you live in.Word Count: The maximum word count is 500 words.Deadline: All entries must be submitted by 30 June, 2019.Other RulesAll entries must be original. The decision of the judges will be final. For
31、 any questions about the rules, please contact: farriscchaucer. org. uk.PrizesPrize for the Winning Entrant(s)Junior: lstS400; 2nd$200; 3rd$100Intermediate: I stS500; 2nd$300; 3rd$150Senior: I stS600; 2nd S400; 3rd $200How to Enter: You can submit your entry at www. chaucer. org. uk/submityourentry.For additional information about wri
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