1、While China ________ an anti-terrorist security network, the nation still needs to prepare its people ________ the war on terror, therefore ________ its powerful weapon.
A. knits, to fight, to gather B. is knitting, fighting, gathering
C. is knitting, to fight, gathering D. has knitted, to fight, gathering
2、---How do you find Johnson’s last party?
---Well, it couldn’t have been . In fact, I won’t go to his party next time.
A. any better B. any worse
C. so bad D. the best
3、It is often the case ______ anything is possible for those who hang on to hope.
A.where
B.that
C.which
D.when
4、Lily ______ shyly at the young man from behind her friends and left quickly.
A.glanced
B.appeared
C.glared
D.stared
5、It is high time that the government _______ the measures to protect the environment.
A.has taken
B.took
C.takes
D.taking
6、The students in Shanghai are using the same textbooks _______ we are now using.
A.as B.that C.which D.whose
7、The river marks the _______ between Mexico and the USA.
A. barrier B. bond
C. border D. edge
8、Jean likes to ______ her favorite pictures from the magazine.
A.cut down
B.cut off
C.cut in
D.cut out
9、---Peter , where did you guys go for the summer vacation?
----We________ busy with our work for months, so we went to the beach to relax ourselves.
A.were B.have been C.had been D.will be
10、A reading room is ________ you can read newspaper and magazines as well as books.
A.where
B.in which
C.that
D.the place
11、— The government must have taken measures to lower the house prices next year, ________it?
— Yes. I guess so.
A. didn’t B. hasn’t C. mustn’t D. won’t
12、The man ________ I am going to meet at the station is Professor Smith.
A. with whom B. whoever
C. whom D. whose
13、Chinn’s second aircraft carrier, _________construction took more than six years, entered service at the end of 2019.
A.whose B.which C.where D.that
14、—Phew!Have you been smoking again?Your breath smells terrible.
—Well,I a cigarette in the car on the way home.
A. had had B. had
C. am having D. will have
15、The committee is discussing the problem right now. Hopefully it ______ by the end of next week.
A. will have been solved B. will have solved
C. will be solved D. is solved
16、—Didn’t you tell him about the news?
—No. I it right away.
A. am to do B. will do
C. am doing D. am going to do
17、Evidence begins to that the earth and the rest of the universe are in fact changing with time.
A. accumulate B. accelerate
C. accompany D. approve
18、On this day 232 years ago, the states _______ still arguing about what the new country should be called. Today, however, the United States _______ known all over the world as the most powerful country in the world.
A. are, is B. are, are
C. were, is D. was, are
19、—Did Peter fix the computer himself?
—He _______,because he doesn’t know much about computers.
A.has it fixed B.had fixed it
C.had it fixed D.fixed it
20、Choose the correct prepositional phrase to complete the sentence: The keys were found ________ the table.
A.on
B.at
C.in
D.within
21、Visiting Balboa Island, in sunny southern California, proved an exciting experience that I will never forget. I had never been to Balboa Island, even though it is only about an hour from my home in northern San Diego.
Our first stop was for a specialty called a "Balboa Bar". It is a famous chocolate covered ice cream on a stick, created many years ago. As we drove along the streets toward the boat, I also saw some interesting buildings that stood for many years. Many of the building designs seemed like dollhouses and someone in our group said that the style was called, Victorian.
After we parked our car on one of the streets, we got on the boat sailing to Balboa Peninsula. As I looked around the boat, I saw a bird flying very close to the water and our boat. A little girl near the boat' s edge jumped out to touch it and shockingly fell into the water! Her dad, who stood nearby, jumped in after her at once and everyone on the boat ran to help. The boat's engine stopped and both father and daughter got saved with the help of people on the boat.
On Balboa Peninsula my family and I went to various shops, especially for food! We saw a restaurant at the very end. We enjoyed our lunch there, at the first Ruby's Diner ever opened in southern California. Although I have been to other restaurants of this popular chain (连锁店), being at the very first is a great memory.
On our way back to Balboa island we stopped at the huge Ferris Wheel, bought some sugars and played games. It was an exciting afternoon walking around on Balboa Island. I look forward to returning soon to spend some time on the beach again or maybe even to try fishing!
【1】"Balboa Bar" is the name of
A. a street B. a restaurant
C. a food D. a building
【2】What happened on the boat to Balboa Peninsula?
A. A little girl fell into the river
B. The boat broke down halfway.
C. People helped a girl catch a bird.
D. A father quarreled with his daughter.
【3】The author' s dining experience at the first Ruby' s Diner was
A. boring B. interesting
C. unpleasant D. unforgettable
【4】What did the author do on Balboa Island?
A. He went fishing by the river.
B. He walked along the beach.
C. He rode the Ferris wheel.
D. He bought some dolls.
【5】What' s the best title for the text?
A. My trip to Balboa B. The first Ruby' s Diner
C. My first boat ride D. Victorian buildings
22、Once upon a time in a small town of Christchurch, there lived a little dog named Buddy. Buddy was not just any ordinary dog; he was known for his bravery and loyalty. He had been trained by his owner to be alert and helpful in case of emergencies. One sunny afternoon, Buddy’s owner, Elizabeth, was taking a walk near the river when she suddenly slipped and fell into the water. She tried her best to swim, but the strong current made it difficult for her to stay afloat. Fear gripped her as she realized she might not make it out alive.
Meanwhile, Buddy had noticed his owner was missing and started looking for her. He followed the sound of splashing water and found Elizabeth struggling in the river. Without hesitation, Buddy jumped into the water and swam towards her.
Buddy grabbed onto Elizabeth’s shirt with his teeth and pulled her towards the shore. The little dog’s determination and strength were remarkable as he managed to keep them both afloat until they reached the safety of the riverbank.
Elizabeth was exhausted and shaken, but she was grateful to be alive thanks to her brave little dog. She hugged Buddy tightly, tears of joy streaming down her face. Buddy wagged his tail happily, knowing he had done his job well.
News of Buddy’s heroic rescue quickly spread throughout the town, and people couldn’t help but admire the little dog’s courage and selflessness. From that day on, Buddy became a local hero, and his story inspired many to appreciate the incredible bond between humans and their pets.
In the end, Buddy’s bravery reminded everyone that even the smallest creatures can make a big difference when it comes to saving lives.
【1】What was Buddy trained to be?
A.Fast and strong for sports.
B.Obedient and well-behaved.
C.Protective and aggressive towards strangers.
D.Attentive and useful in a dangerous situation.
【2】How did Elizabeth end up in the river?
A.She decided to take a swim to cool off.
B.She slipped on a rock near the riverbank.
C.She accidentally fell while walking by the river.
D.She was pushed into the water by someone else.
【3】What did Buddy do when he found Elizabeth struggling in the river?
A.He ran back home to call for help.
B.He barked loudly to get help from nearby people.
C.He jumped into the water and swam towards her.
D.He stayed on the riverbank and waited for her to come out.
【4】What happened after Buddy’s heroic rescue?
A.Elizabeth gave Buddy a special treat as a reward.
B.Buddy became a local hero and inspired many people.
C.The town held a ceremony to honor Buddy’s bravery.
D.Elizabeth decided to adopt another dog to keep Buddy company.
23、 Paula Ceely had got out of her car to open a metal gate that blocked her path when she heard the whistle sounded by the driver of a train. Her Renault Clio was parked across a railway line. Seconds later, she watched the train drag her car almost a kilometre down the railway tracks. Ceely’s near miss made the news. She blamed the accident on her GPS. She had never driven the route before. It was dark and raining heavily. Ceely was relying on her GPS, but it made no mention of the crossing. “I put my complete trust in the device and it led me right into the path of a speeding train,” she told the BBC.
Who is to blame here? Rick Stevenson, telling Ceely’s story in his book When Machines Fail Us, points his finger at the limitations of technology. We put our faith in digital devices, he says, but our digital helpers are too often not up to the job. It’s not just GPS devices; Stevenson takes us on a tour of digital disasters involving everything from mobile phones to wireless keyboards.
The problem with his argument in the book is that it’s not clear why he only focuses on digital technology, while there may be many other possible causes. A map-maker might have left the crossing off a paper map. Maybe we should blame Ceely for not paying attention. Perhaps the railway authorities are at fault for poor signaling system. But Stevenson doesn’t say.
It’s a problem that runs through the book. In another section on cars, Stevenson describes the advanced techniques that criminals use to defeat computer-based locking systems for cars. He says once again not all new locks have proved reliable. But perhaps it’s also due to the shortage of policemen on the streets, or changing social circumstances, or some combination of these factors.
The game between humans and their smart devices is amusing and complex. It is shaped by economics, psychology and the cultures we live in. Somewhere in the mix of those forces there may be a way for a wiser use of technology.
【1】What did Paula Ceely think was the cause of her accident?
A.Her GPS device didn’t tell her about the crossing.
B.She was not familiar with the road.
C.The railway workers failed to give the signal.
D.It was dark and raining heavily then.
【2】The phrase “near miss” (Paragraph 1) can best be replaced by ______.
A.serious accident
B.narrow escape
C.big mistake
D.heavy loss
【3】Which of the following would Rick Stevenson most probably agree with?
A.Modern technology is what we can’t live without.
B.GPS error is not the only cause for Ceely’s accident.
C.Digital technology often falls short of our expectation.
D.Digital devices are more reliable than they used to be.
【4】The writer probably thinks Stevenson’s argument is ______.
A.reasonable
B.confusing
C.one-sided
D.well-based
24、FOREIGN TEACHERS ARE NEEDED ALL OVER CHINA
Ad No.90374
Posted Nov 12,2014 13:27 by Amanda Expire Date: Dec 12, 2014
Tag; Beijing Language Teaching Part Time
We are looking for Teachers, whose Native Language is English, willing to teach in China.Mostly schools are in South of China.
The Benefit package for ESL Teachers includes:
One-year Contract: 1st Mar.2015 to 1st Jul.2015
Salary: 4,OOORMB to 5,OOORMB/Month
Teaching load & schedule: 20 teaching hours per week
A rent-free, fully furnished apartment for living room, bedroom, kitchen and bathroom
Kitchen facilities provided.Other, electric appliances will be supplied: water heater, microwave etc.) .
If you are interested, please read the information above and kindly send your application to attach the following documents (in .doc or JPEG format).The subject to be mentioned, as 'teach in China'
1.CV/Resume(简历)
2.A copy of academic degree/diploma/certificate/or college transcript
3.A photocopy of the data page of valid passport
4.A recent color photo
5.A letter of recommendation/or release letter from your previous Chinese school (Only if you worked in China previously)
6.Any other relevant information that you think might help your application
【1】This advertisement is about_______.
A.introducing a school
B.attracting foreign students
C.taking on English teachers
D.seeking a teaching position
【2】What is NOT needed to apply for the job if you come to work in China for the first time?
A.Your resume.
B.Your personal passport data.
C.Your academic history.
D.A release letter.
【3】If you are employed, you will_______.
A.work full time
B.not have to pay the apartment rent
C.prepare furniture yourself
D.work four months for two years
【4】Where can you mostly probably read the advertisement?
A.In a telephone book. B.In a paper.
C.In a travel guide. D.In a textbook
25、 Over a hundred years ago, in a Scottish seaside inn, a group of fishermen were relaxing after a long day _________. As a serving maid was walking _________ the fishermen’s table with a pot of tea, one of the men made a sweeping _________ to describe the size of the fish he had caught. His hand had a collision with the teapot and sent it _________ against the whitewashed wall, where its contents left a(n) _________ brown spot. Standing nearby, the innkeeper surveyed the damage. “That stain (污点) will never come off,” he said in discomfort. “The whole wall will have to be _________.”
“Perhaps not.” All eyes _________ the stranger who had just spoken. “What do you mean?” asked the innkeeper. “Let me work with the _________,” said the stranger, standing up from his table in the corner. “If my work _________ your approval, you won’t need to repaint the wall.”
The stranger __________ a box and went to the wall. Opening the box, he withdrew pencils, __________, and various colours. He began to draw lines around the stain and fill it in here and there with different colours. __________ a picture began to appear. The stain of __________ had been turned into the picture of a deer with a magnificent pair of antlers. At the bottom of the picture, the man __________ his name. Then he paid for his __________ and left.
The innkeeper was __________ when he examined the wall. “Do you know who that man was?” he said in amazement. “The signature __________ ‘E.H. Landseer!’” Indeed, they had been visited by the __________ painter of wildlife, Sir Edwin Landseer. God wants to take the stains and disappointments of our life and not __________ erase them, but rather turn them into a thing of __________.
A.on the river
B.in the lake
C.in town
D.at sea
A.on
B.past
C.over
D.through
A.movement
B.signal
C.gesture
D.fly
A.crashing
B.sliding
C.flowing
D.running
A.regular
B.irregular
C.beautiful
D.popular
A.repainted
B.repaired
C.removed
D.rebuilt
A.fell onto
B.glared at
C.turned to
D.looked upon
A.stain
B.teapot
C.picture
D.paint
A.permits
B.supports
C.needs
D.meets
A.put up
B.set up
C.picked up
D.made up
A.papers
B.brushes
C.knives
D.boards
A.However
B.Therefore
C.Soon
D.Meanwhile
A.soup
B.porridge
C.juice
D.tea
A.stressed
B.signed
C.drew
D.covered
A.meal
B.damage
C.fish
D.work
A.puzzled
B.worried
C.astonished
D.embarrassed
A.means
B.shows
C.speaks
D.reads
A.wellknown
B.unknown
C.common
D.special
A.hardly
B.merely
C.deliberately
D.rarely
A.honesty
B.kindness
C.honor
D.beauty
26、假如你校学生会要举办一次英语演讲比赛,请你用英语写一篇书面通知,以便张贴到布告栏上。内容如下:
1. 比赛目的:提高学生的英语口语水平
2. 比赛时间地点:2021年5月21日下 4点校学术报告厅
注意: 1.词数80词左右
2.可增加其他细节,以使行文连贯。如主题、评委、奖项等。