閱讀下面短文，從短文后各題所給的四個選項（A, B, C和D）中，選出可以填入空白處的最佳選項，并在答題卡上將該項涂黑。

It was no wonder I was not looking forward to entering the ninth grade. High school is well known for being a battleground, where everyone seems to be ________ through physical changes and emotional mood swings(情緒波動). For me, ________ was my punishment.

I had always ________ insecure and out of place as one of the ________ members of my class, standing a head above the other girls and standing at the ________ of the line to avoid sticking ________.

I especially hate being around large groups of ________, like during the social hour after services at my church. ________ the prayers were finished, I would ________ as quickly as possible so I could ________ some well-meaning congratulations, “Ruthie! Look how tall you’re getting!”

My grandfather would watch me ________ increasingly uncomfortable, but he did not ________ at my self-consciousness(自我意識) or try to comfort me. ________, he would remind me. “Stand ________ and tall,” he would say, as I ________ tried to shrink(縮) myself. Even at age 15, I understood that his advice was about ________ than just feet and inches.

My grandfather ________ in war-torn Europe. When German soldiers ________ his hometown, he joined the army to ________ his country’s freedom. “Stand straight, stand tall,” ________ something else back then.

1.A. gettingB. puttingC. lookingD. going

2.A. ageB. weightC. heightD. face

3.A. becomeB. goneC. placedD. felt

4.A. fatterB. tallerC. thinnerD. shorter

5.A. headB. endC. frontD. side

6.A. toB. offC. upD. out

7.A. peopleB. girlsC. teachersD. students

8.A. UntilB. UnlessC. OnceD. While

9.A. leaveB. comeC. stopD. walk

10.A. acceptB. receiveC. avoidD. refuse

11.A. makeB. moveC. turnD. become

12.A. lookB. stareC. smileD. laugh

13.A. InsteadB. BesidesC. HoweverD. Therefore

14.A. backB. straightC. upD. by

15.A. satisfactorilyB. happily

C. unsuccessfully D. unwillingly

16.A. otherB. moreC. lessD. rather

17.A. grew upB. workedC. diedD. travelled

18.A. helpedB. developedC. occupiedD. visited

19.A. look afterB. fight forC. work withD. stay with

20.A. meantB. advisedC. carriedD. included

閱讀下面材料，在空白處填入適當(dāng)?shù)膬?nèi)容（1個單詞）或括號內(nèi)單詞的正確形式。

The giant panda __1.__ (love) by people throughout the world. Chinese scientists __2.__ (recent) had a chance to study a wild female panda with a newborn baby. She was a very __3.__(care) mother. For 25 days, she never left her baby, not even to find something __4.__ (eat)! She would not let any other pandas come near. She licked the baby constantly to keep it clean. Any smell might attract natural _5.__(enemy) that would try to eat the little comforting pats. The mother held the baby in her front paws much the way a human does. __6._ it cried, she rocked it back and forth and gave it little comforting pats. The mother continued to care for the young panda __7.__ more than two years. By that time, the panda no longer needed__8.__ (it) mother for food. However, it stayed with her and leaned about the ways of the forest. Then, after two and a half years, the mother__9.__ (drive) the young panda away. It was time for her to have a new baby, __10.__ it was also time for the young panda to be independent.

第一節(jié) 短文改錯

假定英語課上老師要求同桌之間交換修改作文，請你修改你同桌寫的以下作文。文中共有10處錯誤，每句中最多有兩處。每處錯誤僅涉及一個單詞的增加、刪除或修改。

增加：在缺詞處加一個漏字符號(Λ)，并在其下面寫出該加的詞。

刪除：把多余的詞用斜線(＼)劃掉。

修改：在錯的詞下劃一橫線，并在該詞下面寫出修改后的詞。

注意：1．每處錯誤及其修改均僅限一詞；

2．只允許修改10處，多者(從第11處起)不計分。

It is Mother’s Day today. Mom has a full-time job, so she has to do most of the houseworks. She is a great mother. Both Dad or I planned to do something on Mother’s Day. We get up early in the morning. Dad cleaned the house, and then went on shopping. While he came back, I found a bunch of flowers in her hand. I asked Mom to stay in the sitting room and I cooked dishes in kitchen. The dishes I cooked was Mom’s favorite. At dinner, we said to her, “Happy Mother’s Day!” Mom was grateful and moving to tears.

假設(shè)你是李華，在一所中學(xué)讀書。最近收到美國中學(xué)生Alex Nelson的來信。作為姊妹學(xué)校的交流生，他兩個月前訪問過你校，聽說有個“六藝俱樂部（Liuyi Club）的學(xué)生社團。希望進一步了解有關(guān)情況。請根據(jù)以下要點，給他寫一封信，介紹俱樂部的情況。

1． 成立時間：2015

2． 六藝：中國傳統(tǒng)的文化藝術(shù)，如書法、音樂、繪畫等

3． 俱樂部宗旨：宣傳中國文化、交友

4． 經(jīng)常組織的活動：

? 中國書法、繪畫競賽

? 免費中國書法課程

? 中國文化講座

學(xué)生社團：Student society

中國書法：Chinese calligraphy

注意：1．詞數(shù)100左右；

2．可以適當(dāng)增減細節(jié)，以使行文連貫

3．開頭語已為你寫好

Dear Nelson,

I was so pleased to hear from you and am writing to tell you something about Liuyi Club.

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I have heard having a good sense of humour often helps in breaking the ice. Also people remember you because of your humour. But I think I don’t have a very good sense of humour. Could you suggest how to build on this?

——Radha Karnik

This is a great question that is unfortunately difficult to answer. I can only give you my views on this topic, which may or may not be correct. I know that my sense of humour developed over time.

When I was younger I was not funny at all, now I can easily make people laugh. At the same time, sometimes I say things that I think are very funny but others do not. Improving wit and humour, I believe, is an ongoing process.

Now, there are various forms of humour and everyone has their individual style. Overall, I believe being fluent in a language is very important for being witty or funny. The way we play around with words adds the “funny” tag to an otherwise normal sentence.

Also, seeing irony is very important. I think humour is often the link between two unrelated things.

In my experience, laughing frequently and appreciating other people’s jokes and wit are very important. Within these, finding humour in everyday normal situations is the key.

I often notice what is going on around me and say funny things in my head and laugh to myself. That serves almost as practice for when I am in a group. I watch comedy shows and movies and I am sure that has some effect on helping me improve my sense of humour.

And last, having confidence that you are witty is important. There will always be someone wittier or funnier than you, which is fine. Just work on building your own style.

Remember, if you are trying to be funny and witty in order to break the ice at a business function, be careful.

In those situations, humour has to be mild and politically correct.

Yours,

Brad

1.Radha Karnik’s problem is that he doesn’t ________.

A. have friends

B. have a good sense of humour

C. understand others’ humour

D. know the functions of humour

2.By telling his own experience, Brad tried to make Radha Karnik believe that ________.

A. a sense of humour can be developed

B. a sense of humour helps impress others

C. laughter is the best medicine

D. laughter and humour go hand in hand

3.Which of the following would Brad agree with?

A. Everyone knows how to appreciate others’ jokes.

B. Everyone is as funny and witty as others.

C. Everyone needs to laugh to themselves each day.

D. Everyone has their individual style of humour.

Space is where our future is — trips to the Moon, Mars and beyond. Most people would think that aside from comets(彗星) and stars, there is little else out there. But, since our space journey started we have left so much trash(垃圾) there that scientists are now concerned that if we don’t clean it up, we may all be in mortal(致命的) danger.

The first piece of space junk was created in 1964, when the American satellite Vanguard Ⅰ stopped operating and lost its connection with the ground center. However, since it kept orbiting around the Earth without any consequences, scientists became increasingly comfortable abandoning(拋棄) things that no longer served any useful purpose in space.

It is estimated(估計) that there are now over 500,000 pieces of man-made trash orbiting the Earth at speeds of up to 17,500 miles per hour. The junk varies from tiny pieces of paint chipped off rockets to cameras, huge fuel tanks, and even odd items like the million-dollar tool kit that astronaut Heidemarie Stefanyshyn Piper lost during a spacewalk.

The major problem with the space trash is that it may hit working satellites and damage traveling spacecraft(飛船). Moreover, pieces of junk may collide(碰撞) with each other and break into pieces which fall back to the Earth. To avoid this, scientists have invented several ways for clearing the sky. Ground stations have been built to monitor larger pieces of space trash to prevent them from crashing into working satellites or space shuttles. Future plans include a cooperative effort among many nations to stop littering in space and to clean up the trash already there.

1.What was the first piece of man-made space trash?

A. A camera.B. A tool kit.

C. A broken satellite.D. A fuel tank.

2.Why were scientists NOT concerned about space trash in the beginning?

A. It did not cause any problems.

B. It no longer served any useful purpose.

C. It was millions of miles away from the Earth.

D. It was regarded as similar to comets and stars.

3.Which of the following statements is true about space junk?

A. It is huge, heavy machines.

B. It may cause problems for space shuttles.

C. It floats slowly around the Earth.

D. It never changes position.

4.What has been done about the space trash problem?

A. Ground stations are built to help store the trash properly in space.

B. Many nations have worked together to stop polluting space.

C. Large pieces of space trash are being closely watched.

D. Scientists have cleaned up most of the trash.

The Americans believe that anybody can become president of the United States. In a recent Hollywood comedy, that is exactly what happens.

Dave Kovic, played by Kevin Kline, is a kind-hearted man who runs a business that finds people jobs. He leads a typical American way of life, except for one thing－h(huán)e looks exactly like the president, Bill Mitchell. In fact, the only thing that makes him different from the nation’s leader is that he is very nice!

The president has started using look-alikes during some public appearances. Dave is offered a chance to “serve his country” by becoming one. However, things go wrong. The president becomes very ill and Dave ends up acting as the president forever.

Director Ivan Reitman, who made the popular and successful comedies like Twins, Ghostbusters and Legal Eagles, could have gone for easy laughs by making fun of the American government. Instead, Dave is an attractive comedy about an ordinary man in extraordinary situations. Kevin Kline gives a double performance as Dave and the president, and Sigourney Weaver is at her best as his First Lady. The love story that develops between her role and Dave is a real classic.

The film is 100% American. However, if you’ve ever felt that anybody could do a better job running the country than the people in power, then you’ll enjoy Dave!

1.What is the purpose of the text?

A. To introduce a new film to the reader.

B. To discus the Americans’ ideas about the President.

C. To make a comparison between Dave and other films.

D. To tell the reader about the American government.

2.Who plays the role of the President in the film?

A. Sigourney Weaver.B. Kevin Kline.

C. Bill Mitchell.D. Ivan Reitman.

3.The underlined word “one” in the 3rd paragraph refers to ________.

A. the PresidentB. the director

C. an actorD. a look-alike

4.Which of the following is best supported by the text?

A. The author makes fun of the President.

B. The author is a fan of Hollywood comedies.

C. The author thinks highly of the film.

D. The author wishes to become the American President.

MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses) are free, but without tutoring, and are open to anyone, anywhere in the world. The courses are flexible — normally three to five hours of study a week — done at any time, short (5 to 10 weeks) and video-rich. They are also heavily dependent on crowd sourcing: you can discuss a course with fellow students through online forums, discussion boards and peer review. Students don’t have to finish the courses, pass assessments or do assignments, but, if they do, they get a certification of participation.

The Open University launched FutureLearn, the UK’s answer to US platforms such as Coursera, EdX and Udacity, which have been offering MOOCs from top US universities for the past two years. The response has been incredible, with more than three million people registering worldwide. Meanwhile, in 2012, Edinburgh University became the first non-US institution to join Coursera’s partnership, comprising 13 universities. “We already run 50 online master’s degrees, so this was a logical expansion,” says Professor Jeff Haywood, Edinburgh’s vice-principal. “It’s an investment in teaching methods research. How am I going to teach introductory philosophy to 100,000 people? That’s what I call educational R&D.” He adds “If you look ahead 10 years, you’d expect all students graduating to have taken some online courses, so you’ve got to research that. Our MOOCs are no more in competition with our degrees than a lifelong learning course because they don’t carry credits.”

Cooperation is key, Haywood stresses. It is far better to offer 20-30 courses in your own areas of expertise (專門技能) and let other institutions do likewise. Professor Mike Sharples, FutureLearn’s academic lead, goes further: “We’ve tied the elements available before into a package of courses offered by leading universities worldwide on a new software platform, with a new way of promoting it and also a new social-learning teaching method. You won’t just receive an exam, but be able to discuss and mark each other’s assignments.”

Bath University, one of more than 20 universities working with FutureLearn, launches its first course, Inside Cancer, next January, and regards MOOCs as a way of breaking down age barriers. “There’s no reason why someone doing GCSEs should not look at our MOOCs and get quite a way through them, or someone at PhD level and beyond,” says Professor Bernie Morley, expert for learning and teaching.

1.MOOCs have these features EXCEPT that ________.

A. MOOCs have a platform for learners to share their learning experience

B. MOOCs provide teachers’ instructions if you have some difficulty

C. MOOCs can be adjusted according to people’s learning pace

D. MOOCs are free of charge for anyone

2.The response to FutureLearn has been thought to be unbelievable mainly because ________.

A. all the courses on the platform are available to anyone in the world

B. Edinburgh University became the first non-US institution to join it

C. students can get a certification of participation without passing assessments

D. the number of people registering in the platform is beyond expectation

3.What can be inferred from Professor Bernie Morley in the last paragraph?

A. People at PhD level have already known everything about MOOCs.

B. People with various learning levels will probably show interest in MOOCs.

C. Inside Cancer will be the most popular course for someone doing GCSEs.

D. MOOCs are not so competitive as lifelong learning courses due to the problems of credits.

4.The passage mainly deals with ________.

A. the appearance of a new learning platform

B. the various opinions on FutureLearn

C. the popularity of no-credit courses

D. the advantages of online teaching methods

根據(jù)短文內(nèi)容, 從短文后的選項中選出能填入空白處的最佳選項, 選項中有兩項為多余選項。

Many people think of guys as being carefree when it comes to their appearance. But in fact, a lot of guys spend plenty of time in front of the mirror. 1. .

Body image is a person’s opinions and feelings about his or her own body and physical appearance. 2. . You appreciate your body for its capabilities and accept its imperfections.

So, what can you do to develop a positive body image? Here are some ideas:

Recognize your strengths. Different body types are good for different things. What does your body do well? Maybe your speed, strength, or coordination makes you better than others at a certain sport. That may be basketball, table tennis, mountain biking, dancing, or even running. Or perhaps you have non-sports skills, like drawing, painting, singing, playing a musical instrument, writing, or acting. 3. .

Exercise regularly. Exercise can help you look good and feel good about yourself. Good physiques (體形) don’t just happen. 4. . A healthy habit can be as simple as exercising 20 minutes to one hour three days a week. Working out can also lift your spirits.

Respect your body. Practicing good habits — regular showering; taking care of your teeth, hair, and skin; wearing clean clothes, and so on — can help you build a positive body image.

5. . Your body is just one part of who you are. Your talent for comedy, a quick wit (智慧), and all the other things make you unique. So try not to let small imperfections take over.

A. Be yourself.

B. Just explore talents that you feel good about.

C. Use this as an opportunity to discover what you’re good at.

D. They care just as much as girls do about their body image.

E. They take hard work, regular workouts, and a healthy diet.

F. The good news is that self-image and body image can be changed.

G. Having a positive body image means feeling satisfied with the way you look.

閱讀下面的短文, 從短文后各題所給的四個選項（A、B、C和D）中, 選出可以填入空白處的最佳選項, 并在答題卡上將該項涂黑。

Last spring, I was fortunate to be chosen to participate in an exchange study program. In my application letter, I was careful to how much I wanted to see France; evidently, my excitement really came through in my words. Once I that I was going, all I could think about was the fun of foreign travel and making all sorts of new and friends. While traveling was inspiring and meeting people was , nothing about my term in France was what I .

The moment I arrived in Paris, I was by a nice French couple who would become my host parents. My entire experience was joyous and exciting I received some shocking news from my program coordinator（協(xié)調(diào)人）: there had been a death in my host parents’ extended family. They had to travel outside France for several weeks. That afternoon, I had to out of one family’s house into another. The exchange coordinator told me I’d have a this time and asked whether I could share a bedroom with an English speaker. To avoid the temptation(誘惑) to my native language, I asked not to be with an English-speaking roommate. When I got to my new room, I myself to my new roommate Paolo, a Brazilian(巴西人), the same age as I, whom I was surprised to find playing one of my favorite CDS! In just a few hours, we knew we’d be good friends for the rest of the .

I left France with many , so when people asked me what my favorite part of the trip was, they are always to hear me talk about my Brazilian friend Paolo and scores of weekdays in class, weeknights on the town, and weekends France we enjoyed together. I love how people seem so different, but end up being so . The most valuable lesson I gained from studying in France wasn’t just to respect the French people to respect all people, for your next best friend could be just a continent away. I would recommend an exchange program to anyone who wants to experience foreign cultures and gain meaningful .

1.A. expressB. discussC. announceD. argue

2.A. approvedB. knewC. warnedD. denied

3.A. stubbornB. anxiousC. interestingD. universal

4.A. boringB. upsettingC. promisingD. exciting

5.A. doubtedB. likedC. expectedD. feared

6.A. greetedB. witnessedC. sponsoredD. supported

7.A. whenB. untilC. sinceD. while

8.A. moveB. travelC. walkD. rush

9.A. housekeeperB. leaderC. colleagueD. roommate

10.A. learnB. appreciateC. speakD. master

11.A. combinedB. fittedC. involvedD. placed

12.A. addedB. introducedC. devotedD. adapted

13.A. termB. weekC. monthD. vocation

14.A. presentsB. suitcaseC. storiesD. dreams

15.A. disturbedB. surprised

C. embarrassedD. concerned

16.A. analyzingB. investigatingC. describingD. exploring

17.A. canB. shallC. mustD. need

18.A. generousB. similarC. independentD. distant

19.A. butB. andC. orD. so

20.A. instructionsB. data

C. factsD. friendships