1、He ________ in designing the cover of this journal for quite a few days, and I wonder when he can finish it.
A.is involved B.is involving C.has been involved D.has involved
2、The manager’s order was that the names______ to in his report _______ to Mr Brown immediately.
A.referred; be e-mailed B.referring; should be e-mailed
C.referred; were e-mailed D.was referred; must be e-mailed
3、I can guess you were in a hurry. You ______ your sweater inside out.
A.had worn
B.wore
C.were wearing
D.are wearing
4、It never occurred to me ________ you should persuade him to change his mind.
A.how B.whether C.that D.why
5、In my dream, I had a very vivid picture of ____ we used to live.
A.where B.that C.in which D.which
6、The students in Shanghai are using the same textbooks _______ we are now using.
A.as B.that C.which D.whose
7、Boys, please don’t talk about such things _______ you don’t understand at all.
A.that B.as
C.which D.what
8、One year after the earthquake, a new school building was _____, and students could study again.
A.gone up B.turned up C.picked up D.put up
9、_______ in 1636, Harvard is one of the most famous universities in the United States.
A.Being founded
B.It was founded
C.Founded
D.Founding
10、Although the boss appears to wear a smile most of the time, his smile is by no means sincere or genuine, instead, it could be somewhat and hostile at times.
A.hospitable B.friendly C.tough D.sinister
11、We students should ___________ ourselves with knowledge, for the competition nowadays is very fierce.
A.supply B.equip C.relate D.feed
12、This brand of mobile phone is quite ______ with youngsters.
A.familiar B.popular C.similar D.particular
13、Neither he nor I ________ able to persuade her to change her mind.
A.is B.are C.were D.am
14、Helen had to shout ______ above the sound of the music.
A.making her heard B.to make her hear
C.making herself heard D.to make herself heard
15、The top leaders of the two countries are holding talks in a friendly_____.
A. atmosphere B. state
C. situation D. phenomenon
16、_________ in bed, he _________ to me: “The cock has _________ an egg.”
A.laying; lied; lay
B.Laying; laid; lain
C.Lying; lied; laid
D.Lying; lay; lain
17、How can the bird escape _________?
A.to shoot B.to be shot C.shooting D.being shot
18、You _______ her more help, even though you were really busy.
A.might give B.must have given
C.ought to have given D.ought to give
19、The new movie is so popular that it___to be one of the biggest money makers of all time.
A.promises B.regards C.pretends D.supposes
20、In current economic situations, some small businesses will need to _____ costs in order to survive.
A.affect B.adopt C.reduce D.release
21、Tom should not be sent to carry out the task for three reasons. ________, he hasn’t had enough experience.
A. For a start B. In other words
C. On the other hand D. At first
22、The white paint was cracked and peeling away from itself in ________ most unpleasant manner unlike the paintwork in the house in Berlin.
A. a B. the C. / D. any
23、More than one of his classmates who often _______ voluntary work in the local community _____ been awarded by the government.
A.does; has B.does; have C.do; has D.do; have
24、The woman burst into tears ________she was announced the winner.
A. that B. instantly
C. unless D. in case
25、—Tom, may I remind you that we will go to see the movie Coming Home directed by
Zhang Yimou tomorrow morning?
—Oh, that’s right. I __ about it.
A. forgot B.forget
C. had forgotten D. have forgotten
26、 The Notre Dame (巴黎圣母院) fire has been put out, but its spire (尖顶) and a large portion of its wooden roof have been damaged. The terrible destruction causes a sudden sharp pain to people around the world. “What a pity that we cannot see the damaged parts of the wonder anymore.”
But the good news is that there is at least one way of seeing them, namely through a video game called Assassin’s Creed: Unity. In this game, the player can travel to one city after another and enter the buildings exactly like what they are in reality, and see Notre Dame as it was before the fire. Further, with virtual reality technology, which is already quite mature, one can even look around the undamaged Notre Dame as if it is still there. Maybe digital technology could help to better protect architectural cultural heritage.
The idea of making digital models of ancient buildings to save their data dates back to the 1990s and the necessary technology has continued to advance since then. By scanning the ancient buildings with lasers, building 3D models with multiple images, as well as measuring everything precisely, engineers can make a copy as accurate as the real one.
As computers and smartphones are hugely popular, the digital model has great useful value. First, it allows tourists to feel the cultural relics without touching them. The virtual tour of Dunhuang Grottoes in Gansu Province is a good example of this as tourists can view the paintings without standing near them. Furthermore, it can make the digitized cultural relics more famous by spreading awareness about them via the Internet. In 2000, a virtual tour of the Great Wall became very popular at the Hannover World Expo, which increased the number of foreign tourists visiting the site in the following years. Above all, it preserves all the information of the cultural relics.
Of course, however precise a model is, it is not the original. Maybe we will have better technologies in the future, but the digital technology offers a practical way to preserve architectural cultural heritage at the moment.
【1】What can we see about Notre Dame in the game?
A.The damaged Notre Dame. B.Its wooden shape.
C.The big fire. D.Its original look.
【2】What will engineers do to create a digital copy of the ancient buildings?
A.Build 3D models of full size. B.Scan the photos of the buildings
C.Measure all the parts exactly. D.Improve the technology needed.
【3】How does the author prove the digital copy has vital practical importance?
A.By giving examples. B.By classification.
C.By comparison. D.By listing data.
【4】What is the author’s attitude towards the application of the technology?
A.Delighted B.Supportive
C.Doubtful D.Conservative
27、 If you live in a town or city on the edge of a desert or coastline where sand dunes form, you might understand the threat they can have. It’s, sometimes, a piece of cake for them to cover roads, buildings, farms and other man-made developments with their unpredictable movements. Thus, figuring out how they move is important for preventing some natural disasters.
Now scientists have discovered that dunes have been secretly moving in ways we never knew before. There are different explanations on dune interaction, however, Karol Bacik, first author on the new dune study, and his colleagues have found a new one for dune movement. The researchers employed high-speed cameras to observe how dunes separated by distance can act as if they’re connected.
It turns out, currents flowing over sand dunes can carry “information” to other dunes downstream in the form of swirls(旋涡). For instance, as wind or water flows over the top of a dune, it slightly moves. This can generate “swirls” on the back of a downstream dune and push it in a direction opposite the movement of the front dune.
It’s the first time that researchers were able to provide causal explanations for some of these strange, previously unpredictable movements. The team also hopes to get out of the laboratory and into the real world, to see if their models can be applied to dune movements in complex natural systems. They plan to use satellite images over large deserts to track groups of dunes over long periods.
Perhaps they can start to alter the dune marching orders in the near future. Imagine being able to tell a dune field exactly how you want it to move. That’s the idea that this research might one day make possible.
【1】We can learn that the purpose of the study is to _________.
A.stop the sand dunes from moving around
B.figure out the track of sand dune movements
C.prove the interaction of dunes with each other
D.examine a model of sand dunes in the real world
【2】What does the underlined word “one” in Para. 2 refer to?
A.A study. B.An interaction. C.An explanation. D.A dune.
【3】Which of the following can we know from the passage?
A.A sand dune communicates with another only by currents.
B.Swirls on the back of a dune are the power to move itself.
C.Some strange dune movements have got causally explained before.
D.Researchers think it unnecessary to study further on the dune models.
28、 The Moringa tree (辣木树), or Drumstick tree, grows to between three and ten meters tall. Its flowers are cream-colored. The plant has long and round green pods (豆荚) that can grow to 30 cm. The plant is very common in South and Southeast Asia, Africa and America. Although the tree is relatively unknown in China, it is extremely useful.
The leaves are used for eye and ear diseases, fevers, etc. They are also held against the forehead to reduce headaches, or made into tea to treat stomach problems. As they contain a lot of iron, they have been used for the treatment of anemia (贫血), a medical condition in which there are too few red cells in the blood, causing tiredness.
The seeds (种子) are commonly used to treat certain skin diseases. Ground seeds can be mixed with salt or oil to apply to the body to treat backache. The oil from the seeds is also used as a hair treatment, and to keep mosquitoes away and treat their bites.
The roots function in exactly the same way as the seeds. They have additional uses for heart and circulation problems. The plant contains high levels of fiber and protein, so it is planted mainly to feed farm animals and human beings. The leaves are eaten fresh or cooked.
Like every other part of the tree, its flowers are not just decorative but also functional. They taste a bit like wild mushrooms and are considered a delicious food. They are used to make tea to treat the common cold and mixed with honey to make cough medicine.
There is not a part of the tree that is not used. The Moringa tree is probably the most useful tree in the world.
【1】What is special about the Moringa tree?
A.It has an interesting name.
B.It is beneficial in many ways.
C.It can grow to a great height.
D.It can be found all over the world.
【2】Which parts of the Moringa tree have the same medical function?
A.Its pods and seeds.
B.Its flowers and seeds.
C.Its seeds and roots.
D.Its leaves and flowers.
【3】What is the main purpose of planting the Moringa tree?
A.To keep mosquitoes away.
B.To protect the surrounding oil.
C.To treat different mental diseases.
D.To provide food for animals and humans.
【4】What is the medical value of the Moringa tree according to the text?
A.Its flowers help treat cough.
B.Its leaves help treat backache.
C.Its roots can cure ear diseases.
D.Its seeds can cure stomach disease.
29、Wow!A Simple to Use Computer
Designed Especially for Seniors!
Easy to read.Easy to see.Easy to use.Just plug(插入)it in!
There is finally a computer that's designed for simplicity and ease of use.It's the WOW Computer,and it was designed with you in mind. This computer is easy-to-use, worry-free and really puts the world at your fingertips.From the moment you open the box,you'll realize how different the WOW Computer is.All the parts are connected;all you do is plug it into an outlet(插座)and your high-speed Internet connection.Then you'll see the screen-it's now 22 inches. This is a completely new touch screen system, without the messy look of the normal computer screen.The"buttons"on the screen are easy to see and easy to understand.All you do is touch one of them,from the Web, Email,Calendar to Games-you name it... and a new screen opens up.It's so easy to use you won't have to ask your children or grandchildren for help.Until now,the very people who could benefit most from E-mail and the Internet are the ones that have had the hardest time accessing it.Now,thanks to the WOW Computer,countless older Americans are discovering the wonderful world of the Internet every day.Isn't it time you took part? Call,now,and you'll find out why tens of thousands of satisfied seniors are now enjoying their WOW Computers,emailing their grandchildren, and experiencing everything the Internet has to offer.Call today!
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【1】According to the ad,WOW Computer is
A.power-free B.elder-friendly
C.post-free D.environment-friendly
【2】What does the underlined sentence imply?
A.Seniors fail to be instructed by their children.
B.Seniors are often out of touch with their kids.
C.Seniors starve for a computer easy to operate.
D.Seniors have little time to surf the Internet.
【3】If an old man buys the computer,he can
A.be given a big discount
B.update software for someone else
C.discover the bright future of his kids
D.email his children without difficulty
30、 Zhong Congrong, a successful businessman from Chongqing, China, has become known as the "the millionaire rubbish collector" for his longtime habit of picking up any garbage he finds in the streets of his city.
Zhong began____ the streets of Chongqing three years ago, ____ a family trip to southern China's Hai nan province. There, he_____ a retired (退休的) university professor who had reportedly been picking up rubbish from one of the local beaches every day, for the last four years. He was so______with the woman's dedication (奉献) to rubbish-collecting. Zhong _______ to copy her daily habit in his home city_____ he got back home from his vacation.
Interestingly, in the beginning, Zhong's rubbish- collecting habit received a lot of___ comments both from locals and the media. People just couldn't__ why a millionaire would do this. They thought it was nothing more than a stunt (噱头) to attract_____ , but Zhong didn't let this_____ him.
Even his family was confused by Zhong's____ at first. His wife and children were_____ by the media reports of his strange habit. And they even_____ to be seen with him in public._____, as time went by, people's _____ changed. They noticed that their neighborhood became_____ thanks to Zhong's efforts.
____ , they started to praise and. ____ him. His wife is now an anti-littering activist herself, and ____ anyone throwing rubbish on the street,
The millionaire rubbish collector has been doing his best to. ___ others as well. He wears an orange T-shirt with " anti-littering" words whenever he does his job" on the street." Whether we throw away or pick up rubbish has nothing to do with our academic degree, cultural background, age, or social status," Zhong said.
【1】A.cleaning up B.worrying about C.looking for D.getting through
【2】A.for B.after C.without D.before
【3】A.recognized B.met C.interviewed D.greeted
【4】A.impressed B.satisfied C.familiar D.bored
【5】A.pretended B.agreed C.remembered D.determined
【6】A.in case B.as long as C.as soon as D.even though
【7】A.negative B.unusual C.unfair D.reasonable
【8】A.explain B.understand C.admit D.prove
【9】A.tourists B.cooperators C.attention D.business
【10】A.ruin B.harm C.stop D.frighten
【11】A.reflection B.questions C.words D.behavior
【12】A.annoyed B.embarrassed C.moved D.shocked
【13】A.failed B.managed C.expected D.refused
【14】A.However B.Therefore C.Besides D.Instead
【15】A.attitude B.life C.hope D.condition
【16】A.larger B.quieter C.brighter D.tidier
【17】A.Strangely B.Unluckily C.Gradually D.Immediately
【18】A.bother B.support C.miss D.hate
【19】A.cheats B.criticizes C.invites D.chooses
【20】A.force B.amuse C.honor D.encourage
31、课文填空
At the ancient Olympics,by【1】 the athlete were all men and they had to compete 【2】 no clothes.Single women were allowed to take part in their own 【3】,at a separate festival in honour of Hera,the wife of the Greek god Zeus.Today,both male and female athletes from around the world can take part,no matter what nation they come from. The 【4】Olympic were first held in 1896,in Athens.It was a Frenchman,pieere de Coubertin,who brought the Olympics back to life.He dreamt that the Olympics would make it possible for people of all countries to live side by side in 【5】Now people all over the world are helping to realize this dream.Among them are many well-known athletes.
32、阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。续写的词数应为150左右。
Steve was the most amazing person in all of Minneapolis, and he was my cousin. When Steve asked me to go with him on a spring fishing trip in northern Minnesota, I was excited!
After planning the trip, we began our great adventure. We reached the Superior National Forest in northern Minnesota by early evening. On our way to the campsite, Steve pointed to a small house far away in one of the mountains, saying that it was the ranger station (护林站) where the forester (护林人) worked.
After a long walk, we reached the campsite and set up the camp as the sun was setting. After we gathered enough wood from the forest, Steve started the campfire using only stone and steel — no matches. For supper we feasted on freeze-dried beef, wild rice and pea soup. I ate greedily after all that work.
Tired enough, we climbed into our sleeping bags early and talked about our plans for fishing the next day. We were still talking quietly when a sudden north wind picked up; the temperature dropped and it began to snow. Steve found a way to increase the temperature inside the tent. He dragged a log (原木) from the forest to the opposite side of the campfire. Then he wrapped aluminum foil (铝箔) around the log. The heat from the fire reflected off the foil and into the tent. Soon images of lake fish were filling my dreams.
The snow had stopped, but sometime later a powerful wind must have kicked up the flames of our dying fire. I was abruptly awakened by Steve. Our tent was on fire. Frightened, I ran out of the tent immediately. The tent collapsed (倒塌) with Steve inside. Without any thought of endangering myself, I reached into the burning tent and pulled him to a place near the icy lake. Fortunately, we were not seriously hurt.
注意:
(1) 所续写短文的词数应为 150 词左右;
(2) 续写部分为两段,开头语已为你写好。
Para1:Later, as we stood by the burning tent to keep warm, we considered our difficult situation.
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Para2:Suddenly, we heard a noise in the forest.
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