1、electric vehicles and 99% of the worlds electric buses. By 3 (host) World Environment Day 2019, the Chinese government will be able to showcase its innovation and progress toward a cleaner environment. BWhy do people want to go to university? For some, it is the desire to learn. At university, you 4
2、 (teach) by lecturers and professors who may be leading experts 5 their fields. The opportunity to learn from them is what drives some people 6 (apply) to university. For others, going to university provides the all-important stepping-stone for their careers. However, for the majority of 7 (west) pe
3、ople, university means freedom from home. CBillions of poor people around the world 8 (depend) on the use of wood for cooking. And as they take more and more firewood from wild areas, they are destroying habitats around the world. Wood collection is one reason why many animals have become endangered
4、. This is 9 Dr. Metcalf spends each summer in Africa. He wants to teach women and children in villages how to cook with the sun. He helped create Solar Cookers International. Its an organization that introduces solar cookers to developing countries 10 teaches people how to use them. 第二节 完形填空(共20小题;每
5、小题1.5分,共30分)Two birthdays, One mistakeZackary Johnson has a birthday coming up in a few days, so it wasnt surprising to have an envelope addressed to him last week.His mom, Glenda, 11 immediately that it was spelled “Zachary” Johnson. She didnt find that unusual because many people spell Zackarys na
6、me 12 . But the senders pre-printed label made her confused. That name didnt 13 up to anyone of her friends or relatives. She asked her husband, “Do you 14 this name?” “Nope,” Steve responded and became somewhat 15 .Still, they agreed to 16 the envelope to their son to see what was in it. Zack opene
7、d it to 17 $20 in a birthday card that said “Happy Birthday, Zachary!” He was 18 and was ready to go shopping!However, the 19 increased for Glenda. The card was unsigned. She was wondering why a 20 would send money to her son and 21 he would know it was Zacks birthday. A variety of scenes can go 22
8、parents minds, especially when they hear stories about Internet crimes. They knew they would have to make some inquiries not only to give them 23 , but also to protect their son. “I know who that fellow is! He is an old farmer that lives out on Hillberry Road.” Glendas dad said when he was informed
9、of the 24 . So the couple quickly drove out into the country and found the house. 25 , no one was home. Steve decided to leave a brief but 26 message that the call should be returned as soon as possible.The next day the old farmer called. The farmers great grandson, Zachary Johnson, had recently mov
10、ed with his parents to Heavenly Drive. Thats the street where Zackary Johnson 27 . The farmer was sure surprised by the 28 of events. He figured hed have to send another card to his grandson. But Zackary Johnson, who is turning eleven years old in a few days, did the right thing. He and his parents
11、29 their way down Heavenly Drive to the home of Zachary Johnson who is turning four years old in a few days. They 30 Zacharys great grandfathers card with the $20. Plus, Zackary Johnson wished Zachary Johnson a very Happy Birthday.11. A. expected B. guessed C. added D. noticed 12. A. hesitantly B. i
12、ncorrectly C. quickly D. naturally13. A. match B. back C. call D. build14. A. sign B. like C. bear D. recognize15. A. embarrassed B. discouraged C. concerned D. ashamed16. A. present B. return C. address D. drop17. A. hold B. find C. reach D. pay18. A. relieved B. relaxed C. amused D. excited19. A.
13、unease B. anger C. regret D. sadness20. A. relative B. friend C. stranger D. farmer21. A. who B. what C. when D. how22. A. over B. beyond C. through D. against23. A. faith B. peace C. satisfaction D. confidence24. A. secret B. crime C. conclusion D. situation25. A. Amazingly B. Unfortunately C. Inte
14、restingly D. Undoubtedly26. A. urgent B. updated C. warning D. flexible27. A. walks B. travels C. lives D. moves28. A. turn B. order C. error D. trend29. A. changed B. made C. pushed D. cleared30. A. held B. showed C. delivered D. purchased第二部分:阅读理解(共两节,40分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2分,共30分)A Preschool girl lift
15、s old mans spirits When Tara Wood brought her daughter to a grocery store to buy the four-year-old some cupcakes, she had no idea that would be a life-changing experience.As Tara pushed her daughter Norah around the store last month, she passed an old man who was by himself.The old man looked cold,
16、until Norah shouted to him, “Hi! Its my birthday today!” The man stopped and his demeanor changed from distant and serious to warm and friendly.“How old are you today?” the man asked.After some time talking together, Norah asked her mom to take a picture of her with her new friend “Mr Dan”, Dan Pete
17、rson, 82.They hugged and after ten minutes went their separate ways.That could have been the end of the story. But it is actually the beginning of a special relationship.Tara posted the picture of her daughter and Mr. Dan on Facebook and someone who recognized him reached out to her with his contact
18、 information.It turned out that Mr. Dans wife died in March and he had been suffering from depression and anxiety ever since. The person on Facebook told Tara that it was the first time they had seen Mr. Dan smile since the death of his wife.Knowing that, Tara contacted Mr. Dan, and ever since Norah
19、 and the 82-year-old have developed a friendship unlike any other. “She has shown me a depth of love, a depth that I didnt know existed,” Mr. Dan toldthe reporter.Mr. Dan told Tara that before meeting Norah, he hadnt had one night of uninterrupted sleep. Anxiety kept him up at all hours and made him
20、 restless. After meeting Norah, he said he now sleeps soundly.For Mr. Dans 82nd birthday on October 20, the mother and the daughter brought balloons and presentsand, of course, cupcakes.Mr. Dan will also spend a day around Thanksgiving with Norah and her family. “If you dont take the time to notice
21、people, you will never know how you can positively impact a life,” Tara Wood said. 31. Mr. Dan looked cold because _. A. he felt lonely B. he disliked little kidsC. nobody had hugged him D. he knew little about Norah32. The underlined word “demeanor” in Paragraph 2 probably means _. A. words B. body
22、 C. thoughts D. attitude33. How did Tara know more about Mr. Dan? A. From a news reporter. B. From a stranger.C. From a shop assistant. D. From his neighbor.34. What can we learn from the story?A. Giving makes a real difference.B. It is important to respect each other. C. We should not judge a perso
23、n at first sight.D. Good things will happen if one keeps trying.B The STAR Eco Station is an environmental science museum, a wildlife rescue center, and a shelter for endangered and illegally-traded foreign animals confiscated(没收)by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. It carries out the mission “Pre
24、servation through Education” by educating visitors about the preservation of the environment and the inter-dependence of all living things.Field trips STAR Eco Station hosts field trips for schools and camps throughout Southern California. Each field trip lasts two hours, consisting of a one-hour ga
25、thering and a one-hour tour of the facility, with lessons associated with California State Science Standards. Throughout the field trip, students learn about the latest developments in environmental protection and the ways in which wildlife interacts with various ecosystems. The students also receiv
26、e an up-close and hands-on experience with our rescued foreign wildlife. The tour includes different environmental exhibits that showcase the ways students can help protect animals in the wild. Field trips are offered on weekdays only, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. or 12 p.m.-2 p.m. The rate is $6 per visito
27、r, both child and adult, with a $120 minimum. We offer one free adult per 10 children for groups of 40 or more. Maximum capacity is 120 people per field trip.Public toursGuided tours of the STAR Eco Station introduce visitors to over two hundred rescued foreign wildlife. Each tour is led by an Eco S
28、tation staff member, and features fun animal facts, hands-on animal encounters, surprising rescue stories, environmental exhibits, and original approaches to going green. Visitors may only see the animals on a guided tour, for both your safety and the safety of our animals.The guided tour lasts appr
29、oximately 45-60 minutes. Visitors are served on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations are required. However, tours may sell out. We suggest larger groups schedule a private tour. Note:Our regular public tours times are subject to change without notice. Please call in advance for the most
30、 up-to-date information. HOURS Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m. 4 p.m. (last tour begins at 3 p.m.)Our guided public tours start every hour on the hour.Eco Station is not open to the public on weekdays. You can book a private tour or field trip by calling (310) 842 8066.35. The STAR Eco Station aims to _. A. help research wildlife abroad B. collect money for animal sheltersC. raise awareness of wildlife protection D. provide a knowledge of unusual
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