1、.单词拼写1The performers, in costume (服装) and makeup, were walking up and down backstage.2When the ceremony(仪式) was over he was still excited.3There are some areas of wetland which are of ancient origin (起源)4No words can fully express my gratitude (感激)5Perhaps the most unusual feature (特征) in the room i
2、s a pair of candles.6There is a full range (一系列) of activities for children.7Clouds spread across the moon, fading (使逐渐消失) it out.8He will offer the first harvest (收获) of rice to the sun goddess.单句语法填空1We have received many letters of congratulation(congratulate)2I would like to express my grateful
3、(gratitude) thanks to all the volunteers.3The decoration(decorate) and furnishings had to be practical enough for a family home.4Football commercialization (commercialize) has been growing along with the development of Chinese professional leagues.5There are many ways to increase agricultural (agric
4、ulture) products in the poorer areas of the world.6I would appreciate it if you could help me to solve the technical problem.7With so much work to_deal (deal) with, I have to stay up tonight.8No matter what the difficulty is, you have to complete the task on time.完成句子1他们俩虽然感冒了,可都兴高采烈的。They are both
5、very cheerful in_spite_of_their_colds.2那两个人讨论了一系列问题。The two men discussed a_range_of_issues.3你没必要为这次聚会而着盛装。You dont have to get_dressed_up for this party. 4我将一辈子感激我以前的老师,是他把我引入语言研究的大门的。I shall always be_grateful_to_my_former_teacher_for introducing me to the study of language. 5他利用这次会议表达了他对当前形势的看法。H
6、e took_advantage_of_the_meeting_to_express his opinion about current situations. 6我发现我们有很多共同之处。Ive noticed that we_have_a_lot_in_common. .阅读理解AIf you are a fruit groweror would like to become onetake advantage of Apple Day to see whats around. Its called Apple Day but in fact its more like Apple Mon
7、th. The day itself is on October 21, but since it has caught on, events now spread out over most of October around Britain.Visiting an apple event is a good chance to see, and often taste, a wide variety of apples. To people who are used to the limited choice of apples such as Golden Delicious and R
8、oyal Gala in supermarkets, it can be quite an eye opener to see the range of classical apples still in existence, such as Decio which was grown by the Romans. Although it doesnt taste of anything special, its still worth a try, as is the knobbly (多疙瘩的) Cats Head which is more of a curiosity than any
9、thing else.There are also varieties developed to suit specific local conditions. One of the very best varieties for eating quality is Orleans Reinette, but youll need a warm, sheltered place with perfect soil to grow it, so its a_pipe_dream for most apple lovers who fall for it.At the events, you ca
10、n meet expert growers and discuss which ones will best suit your conditions, and because these are family affairs, children are well catered for with applethemed fun and games.Apple Days are being held at all sorts of places with an interest in fruit, including stately gardens and commercial orchard
11、s (果园). If you want to have a real orchard experience, try visiting the National Fruit Collection at Brogdale, near Faversham in Kent.语篇解读作者向人们介绍了一个节日Apple Day。由于这个节日非常受欢迎,现在已经演变成“苹果月”了。在英国,人们在十月份庆祝该节日,持续大约一个月的时间。1What can people do at the apple events?AAttend experts lectures.BVisit fruitloving fam
12、ilies.CPlant fruit trees in an orchard.DTaste many kinds of apples.解析:细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Visiting an apple event is a good chance to see, and often taste, a wide variety of apples.”可知,参加相关庆祝活动的人们可以品尝各种各样的苹果,故选D。答案:D2What can we learn about Decio?AIt is a new variety.BIt has a strange look.CIt is rarely s
13、een now.DIt has a special taste.解析:推理判断题。根据第二段中的“.it can be quite an eye opener to see the range of classical apples still in existence, such as Decio.is more of a curiosity than anything else.”可知,见到它能开阔眼界并且可以与稀奇的Cats Head这一品种类比,由此判断Decio非常稀少。答案:C3What does the underlined phrase “a pipe dream” in Pa
14、ragraph 3 mean?AA practical idea.BA vain hope.CA brilliant plan.DA selfish desire.解析:词义猜测题。根据第三段中的“.but youll need a warm,sheltered place with perfect soil to grow it.”可知,这种苹果对各项条件要求很高,对于大多数苹果爱好者来说,种植这种苹果是无法实现的。故选B。答案:B4What is the authors purpose in writing the text?ATo show how to grow apples.BTo
15、introduce an apple festival.CTo help people select apples.DTo promote apple research.解析:写作意图题。综合全文可知,作者向读者介绍了一个节日Apple Day,并推荐人们参加这个节日,故选B。答案:BBHave you heard about “Survival Holidays”? It is for children to go into the lonely place for exciting activities. Now about 1,100 companies are allowed to t
16、ake children into the great outdoors without their parents.The reason why people like “Survival Holidays” is that they think being close to nature is good for children. Many children in big cities spend all time watching TV and playing computer games. “Survival Holidays” gives them an important chan
17、ge.Is “Survival Holidays” a wonderful idea? Maybe it is. Children need more free time to play. They need to be left on their own, without adults disturbing (干扰) them. Parents care too much about their children. They like to see the children being busy with activities that are controlled (控制) by adul
18、ts, which causes many problems. Children dont know what to do when they are in danger. Even something like crossing a small river seems to be a hard challenge. Children are not comfortable with danger. Even slight danger like getting their feet wet or falling down seems very terrible to them.Many pe
19、ople think the survival activities are good for children. Even years later, they will still remember what they have learned. Some have learned to stay calm in dangerous times. Some have learned how to keep safe. Others have learned how to work in a team. All these skills will help them a lot in thei
20、r lives.语篇解读这是一篇说明文。短文介绍了“生存假期”是孩子们接近自然,培养生存能力的活动。通过活动孩子们学会在危险的时刻保持冷静,学会了如何保持安全,学会了如何在一个团队里合作,家长们也很赞同这个活动。5What is “Survival Holidays” according to the passage?AIt is summer holidays.BIt is winter holidays.CIt is a kind of holidays to escape from danger.DIt is a holiday to go into the lonely place f
21、or exciting activities.解析:细节理解题。由第一段第二句“It is for children to go into the lonely place for exciting activities.”可知,生存假日是一个去荒凉的地方进行令人兴奋的活动的假期。故正确答案为D。答案:D6Which children may take part in “Survival Holidays”?APoor children.BRich children.CChildren from cities.DChildren from the countryside.解析:推理判断题。由第
22、二段第二句“Many children in big cities spend all time watching TV and playing computer games.”和第三句 “Survival Holidaysgives them an important change.”可知,许多大城市的小孩把所有的时间都花在看电视和玩电脑游戏上,生存假日能让他们有重要的改变,可推断出来自城市的孩子可能会参加这个活动。故选C。答案:C7Whats the main idea of the last paragraph?AThe reasons people dislike “Survival
23、Holidays”BThe advantages of “Survival Holidays”CThe disadvantages of “Survival Holidays”DThe suggestions of taking part in “Survival Holidays”解析:段落大意题。由最后一段第一句“Many people think the survival activities are good for children.”可知,很多人认为生存活动对小孩很好,可推断出本段主要介绍了生存活动的好处。故选B。答案:B8In a “Survival Holidays” chil
24、dren can learn the followings except _.Ahow to get good gradesBhow to stay calm in different timesChow to keep safe when they meet dangerDhow to work in a team解析:细节理解题。由最后一段第三句“Some have learned to stay calm in dangerous times.”;第四句“Some have learned how to keep safe.”和第五句“Others have learned how to
25、 work in a team.”可知,有的学会了在危险时刻保持冷静,有的学会了如何保证安全,其他的学会了团队工作,故可得知不包括如何获得好成绩。故选A。答案:A.阅读七选五How to Prepare a LectureBeing invited to give a lecture is an honor.It means that people regard you as an authority on a given field,subject,or issue.It means you are worth listening to.1 You have to make sure you
26、r lecture is interesting,and full of wisdom,from which the audience can take valuable insights.This is why it is important for you to prepare your lecture well.1Think of a good topic.You most likely will be assigned to talk about a certain topic.If thats the case,you only need to make an outline and
27、 do some research.But in some cases,you will have to think of your own topic.Although it gives you more freedom to do it,thinking of a topic can be tricky.2 Or pick a topic that is timely and socially relevant.2Make an outline for the lecture.Start by listing down the points that you will discuss,an
28、d then fill in each point with subpoints.If necessary,make a research about your topic.3 But if in so doing you end up with a very long outline,figure how you can shorten the topic or cut where cutting is needed.34Statistics,figures,medical information,historical accounts,and similar information sho
29、uld all be checked and it will save your credibility as an authority on the subject you are talking about.4Add humor.Dont engage your audience in a dragging soliloquy (独白)5 Humor will interest your audience.Of course,make sure the elements in your lecture are in line with your main topic and are not
30、 nonsense,racial,and offensive jokes.ACheck your lecture for accuracy.BGiving a lecture is challenging,though.CIf necessary,provide your contact information,such as an email address or blog site.DInstead,make your audience smile,or burst into laughter at certain points in your discussion.ETo make it easier,consider what will interest your audience.FIt should summarize your whole talk in one sentence.GDont be afraid of exploring the topic,as this will allow you to discover other points that need discussion.答案:15BEGAD