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完形填空阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给四个选项（A、B、C 和 D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳 选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

It was pouring outside. We all stood there ________ , some patiently, others annoyed ________ nature messed up (弄糟) their hurried day. I got lost in the sound and sight of the heavens __ ________ away the dirt and dust of the world.

“Mom , let’s run through the rain,” a girl’s voice ________ me.

“No, honey. We’ll wait until it ________ down a bit,” Mom replied.

The young girl waited about another minute and ________, “Mom, let’s run through the rain.”

“We’ll get wet if we do,” Mom said.

“No, we won’t, Mom. That’s not what you said this morning,” the young girl said as she________ her Mom’s arm.

“This morning? ________ did I say we could run through the rain and not get wet?”

“Don’t you remember? When you were talking to Daddy about his cancer, you said, ‘ If God can get us through this, he can get us through ________ .’ ”

The entire crowd turned ________ . Mom paused and thought for a moment about ________ she would say. Now some would laugh it off and scold her for being ________ But then we heard, “Honey, you are________ . Let’s run through the rain. If we get wet, maybe we just need washing,” Mom said. Then ________ they ran.

We all stood ________, smiling and laughing as they ran past the cars. Yes, they got wet. But they were ________ by a few who screamed and laughed like children all the ________ to their cars. Circumstances (境况) or people can take away your material possessions, and they can even take away your ________ . But no one can ever take away your precious ________ . So, don’t forget to make time and take the ________ to make memories every day! I hope you still take the time to run through the rain.

1.A．waiting B．talking C．complaining D．expecting

2.A．as if B．even if C．when D．because

3.A．taking B．washing C．driving D．putting

4.A．broke B．caught C．impressed D．called

5.A．pushes B．comes C．slows D．calms

6.A．asked B．required C．repeated D．added

7.A．felt B．touched C．waved D．pulled

8.A．Why B．When C．How D．Where

9.A．the rain B．the disease C．something D．anything

10.A．silent B．still C．serious D．angry

11.A．whether B．how C．what D．if

12.A．dishonest B．forgetful C．daring D．silly

13.A．stupid B．right C．clever D．wrong

14.A．on B．along C．off D．over

15.A．sighing B．joking C．discussing D．watching

16.A．guided B．followed C．respected D．praised

17.A．way B．time C．same D．best

18.A．health B．money C．house D．time

19.A．children B．courage C．memories D．experience

20.A．Opportunities B．challenge C．risk D．possibilities

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Crazy Festivals

Mike the Headless Chicken Festival

In 1945, farmer Lloyd Olsen attempted to cut off the head of Mike, a chicken, so his wife could cook it up for dinner. However, the bird didn’t die and lived another year and a half, making regular trips to the fair, where people paid a quarter to see the amazing headless chicken bird.

Today, the spirit of Mike the headless Chicken is celebrated with a two-day May festival in Fruita, Colorado, which includes live music, a golf tournament（锦标赛）, and lots of tasty chicken.

Roswell UFO Festival

In the summer of 1947, a flying saucer(碟状物) crashed on a large farm outside the town of Roswell, New Mexico. The government says it didn’t come from outer space, but many top UFO researchers believe it did.

Knowing a good thing when it crashes in their backyard, the citizens of Roswell celebrate the even every July with a three-day festival that features a costume contest, a parade and other activities. Be careful, though ---- that odd little person next to you could be from another planet.

World’s Largest Rattlesnake Roundup

The rattlesnake, a poisonous American snake, severs an important function in nature by keeping small pets under control, but when their numbers grow too large, they can cause serious problems for farmers. That’s why every March the residents of Sweetwater, Texas, host a three-day festival to connect with the town’s annual rattlesnake hunt.

Visitors can learn about rattlesnakes, take a bus tour of their natural habitat, participate in a rattlesnake eating contest and so on.

BugFest

Every September, the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh sponsors (倡议) a daylong festival that focuses on something most people try to avoid: insects.

Visitors can hold bugs that are not native, cheer on racing insects and learn about beekeeping. But the highlight for many is Cafe Insecta, where bugs are the main ingredient (食材) in a variety of tasty dishes.

1. Llord Olsen cut off the chicken’s head because ____

A. his family wanted to eat it.

B. he wanted to sell its meat at the fair.

C. his family wanted to celebrate a headless chicken festival.

D. he wanted to make money by showing a headless chicken.

2.The underlined word “odd” could be replaced by ____.

A. irregular B. unusual C. accessible D. scary

3.What’s the purpose of the World’s Largest Rattlesnake Roundup? ____.

A. To increase the local tourism.

B. To protect rattlesnakes’ habitats.

C. To control the population of rattlesnakes.

D. To introduce the importance of rattlesnakes.

4. Which of the following is the earliest festival of the year? ____.

A. Mike the Headless Chicken Festival. B. Roswell UFO Festival.

C. World’s Largest Rattlesnake Roundup D. BugFest

根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

When you are applying for food jobs in Philadelphia, it's possible that employers will invite you to a restaurant for an interview. _1.__ Often times, it will let you put your guard down and open a significant room for mistakes. __2._

The best way to prepare for your interview is to check out the spot of interview ahead of time. It will also give the impression that you are decisive and you value someone's time. __3.__ On the day of the interview, be at the restaurant at least fifteen minutes before the scheduled interview. The grace period will allow you to go to the bathroom without asking the interviewer to wait. You can also rehearse your job pitch and review your resume._ 4.__ Arriving on time is half way to getting the job. Third, after giving your job pitch and going through the initial introduction, remember to order meals that will allow you to talk comfortably. Selecting messy food may consume your time trying to pick up. _5.__

A. Mastering tips to a successful dining interview is the key to success.

B. More importantly, punctuality is the first thing that any job requires.

C. And it will only allow you to give half of your attention to the conversation.

D. Be sure to express your gratitude for the meal and reaffirm your interest for the job.

E. This will help your facial expression be confident when talking to the potential employer.

F. This is one way of allowing employers assess your personality in a casual manner without your knowing.

G. In addition, knowing in which restaurant the interview is will give you a better idea on how to dress appropriately.

Several years ago, some people told me I was really stupid and laughed at me. I _________ it. All my life, I achieved grades that were only fairly _________, and over time I felt I couldn’t catch up with my classmates. I thought I would never achieve great achievements (成就). I felt a sense of shame and a sense of _________.

I didn’t get accepted into the course I wanted, _________ I was most upset. My dad told me, “You have two _________. Do a pre-university course or take up an easier course.” I thought for a long time and _________ made the decision that changed my whole life. I flew to another city, enrolled (注册学习) in a pre-university course and _________ very successfully.

Of course, it wasn’t that _________. While I was doing my course, it was difficult. I _________ and I wouldn’t give up. I decided that I was going to _________ to everyone that I could make it. The greatest force that kept me moving was the lasting _________ from my family and my best friends. They never looked down on me and they were supportive all the way through.

I had a strong will. I just kept _________ myself. Over and over again the situation convinced me to _________ but I did not! I told myself I was going to start a new life. Exams came and went and the _________were out. I was _________. It was my first exam since I started my new life. And I did it.

Looking back on my life, I find all the criticism (批评) that I’ve received is now not only a(n) _________ for me to do better, but something that tells me that no one can _________ you who you are. I’ve learnt no one will be able to _________ me. Everything is up to me. Whatever I choose or whoever I _________to be, it’s all up to ME!

I may not be a_________ person but I have a strong will.

1.A. hated B. ignored C. understood D. believed

2.A. early B. good C. hopeless D. sudden

3.A. uselessness B. relief C. weakness D. surprise

4.A. although B. because C. so D. but

5.A. levels B. choices C. purposes D. desires

6.A. finally B. immediately C. firmly D. truly

7.A. insisted B. escaped C. passed D. recovered

8.A. tiring B. satisfying C. unusual D. simple

9.A. suffered B. struggled C. regretted D. sighed

10.A. show B. explain C. introduce D. send

11.A. warning B. punishment C. support D. training

12.A. enjoying B. pushing C. teaching D. helping

13.A. take over B. give out C. give up D. take in

14.A. awards B. results C. efforts D. causes

15.A. nervous B. honest C. ashamed D. bored

16.A. encouragement B. lesson C. arrangement D. message

17.A. bring B. ask C. make D. award

18.A. protect B. influence C. defend D. accept

19.A. prove B. dare C. deserve D. want

20.A. smart B. lucky C. wise D. strong

Winnie-the-Pooh

By A. A. Milne

Winnie-the-Pooh has been introduced and reintroduced to generation after generation as a model of a child’s best friend. However, not everyone has found Pooh is lovely. This classic has been banned in a variety of countries at one point. So why would anyone ever want to keep children from the joy of Milne’s classic? In the case of Russia, Winnie-the-Pooh was banned in 2009 because of alleged Nazi (纳粹党的) ties.

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

By Frank Baum

Originally published in the year 1900, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz is one of the foundations of the fairytale genre. Who, then, would seek to ban a book that has become so important to the American experience?

America is that who. The Detroit Library banned The Wonderful Wizard of Oz in 1957 for having no value for children.

Charlotte’s Web

By E. B. White

White’s tale of the relationship between two unexpected creatures, a spider and a pig, has been drawing children in for over half a century. Published in 1952, this classic has been readily available on most library shelves for children to read. However, some people would like to make this book never see the light of day.

In one extreme case, a school in England banned Charlotte’s Web for fear that the pig Wilbur might be offensive (冒犯的) to Muslim students. Fortunately, the Muslim Council of Britain saw the foolishness of this ban, so the book was quickly restored to its right place on the shelves.

Where the Wild Things Are

By Maurice Sendak

Though its first copy was published fifty years ago, this book hasn’t always been readily available in libraries and in stores. After its release, Where the Wild Things Are was banned in libraries all across the U.S. for its dark tone and unruly leading characters. Nowadays, you’ll find far fewer libraries that still hold this ban.

1.The books which were once banned in the same country are ______.

A. Charlotte’s Web and The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

B. Where the Wild Things Are and Winnie-the-Pooh

C. Where the Wild Things Are and The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

D. Winnie-the-Pooh and Charlotte’s Web

2.Wilbur is the character of the book _______.

A. Charlotte’s Web.

B. The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.

C. Winnie-the-Pooh.

D. Where the Wild Things Are.

3.Who are the intended readers of the four books mentioned in the passage?

A. Parents. B. Children. C. Teachers. D. Critics.

Driving to a friend’s house on a recent evening, I was attracted by the sight of the full moon rising just above my friend’s rooftop. I stopped to watch it for a few moments, thinking about what a pity it is that most city people --- myself included --- usually miss sights like this because we spend most of our lives indoors.

My friend had also seen it. He grew up living in a forest in Europe, and the moon meant a lot to him then. It had touched much of his life.

I know the feeling. Last December I took my seven-year-old daughter to the mountainous jungle of northern India with some friends. We stayed in a forest rest house with no electricity or running hot water. Our group had campfires outside every night, and indoors when it was too cold outside. The moon grew to its fullest during our trip. Between me and the high mountains lay three or four valleys. Not a light shone in them and not a sound could be heard. It was one of the quietest places I have ever known, a bottomless well of silence. And above me was the full moon, which struck me deeply.

Today our lives are filled with glass, metal, plastic and fiber-glass. We have television, cell phones, electricity, heaters and ovens and air-conditioners, cars, computers.

Struggling through traffic that evening at the end of a tiring day, most of it spent indoors, I thought, “Before long, I would like to live in a small cottage. There I will grow vegetables and read books and walk in the mountains. And perhaps write, but not in anger. I may become an old man there, and wear the bottoms of my trousers rolled and measure out my life in coffee spoons. But I will be able to walk outside on a cold silent night and touched the moon.”

1.The best title for the passage would be _________.

A. Break away from Modern life

B. Touched by the Moon

C. A Bottomless well of Silence

D. The Pleasures of Modern Life

2.The writer felt sorry for himself because __________.

A. there was too much pollution.

B. there were too many accidents on the road.

C. he failed to see the fullest moon.

D. he didn’t adapt to modern inventions

3.Modern things are mentioned mainly to ___________.

A. show that the writer likes city life very much.

B. explain that people have less chances to enjoy nature.

C. tell us that people greatly benefit from modern life.

D. show that we can also enjoy nature at home through them.

4.The author wrote the passage to __________.

A. show the love for the moonlight.

B. want to communicate longing for modern life.

C. advise modern people to learn to live.

D. express the feeling of returning to nature.

First, you ought to know that I’m “only” fourteen. My mother points this out often. I can make my own decisions when I’m old enough to vote, she says. Second, I should tell you that she’s right — I’m not always responsible. I sometimes take the prize for grade-A dork（呆子）. Take last weekend for instance. I was staying at Dad’s, and I decided it was time I learned to drive. It was Sunday morning, 7 A.M., and I hadn’t slept well. I’d been up thinking about an argument, which I’ll tell you about in a minute. Well, nobody was up yet in the neighborhood, so I thought it couldn’t hurt to back the car out of the garage and drive around the block. But Dad has a clutch（离合器）car. The “R” on the shift handle was up on the left side, right next to first gear（档位）. I guess you can guess the rest.

Dad’s always been understanding. He didn’t say, “Okay, little Miss Know-It-All, you can just spend the rest of the year paying this off,” which is what Mom would have said. Instead, Dad worried about what might have happened to me. And that made me feel more guilty than anything. I think he’d be a better number-one caregiver, but I can’t say things like that to Mom. To her, I have to say, “But Mom, Dad’s place is closer to school. I could ride my bike,” to which she replies, “Amy Lynn, you don’t own a bike. Remember? You left it in the yard, and it was stolen. And you haven’t got the patience to earn the money to replace it.”

1.The writer feels guilty because she ________.

A. made her dad worry

B. ruined the car

C. broke the law

D. didn’t tell her mom about the car incident

2.The main conflict between the writer and her mother is about whether she ________.

A. can make her own decisions

B. should live with her mom or her dad

C. should be allowed to drive

D. should pay for things she loses or breaks

3.The writer’s mother thinks the writer is ________.

A. too attached to her dad

B. too emotional

C. too shy

D. irresponsible

4.In the first sentence, the writer used “only” to suggest that she ________.

A. doesn’t want to grow old

B. thinks fourteen is old enough for some things

C. wishes she were older

D. thinks fourteen is an embarrassing age

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1．介绍自己具备的优势；2．申请成功后，你打算怎么做。

注意：

1．词数100左右：

2．可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯：

3．开头语已为你写好，不计人总词数。

Dear Sir/Madam,

My name is Li Hua.

Looking forward to your early reply.

Yours,

Li Hua

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Money Matters

Parents should help their children understand money. 1. So you may start talking about money when your child shows an interest in buying things, candy or toys, for example.

1. The basic function of money

Begin explaining the basic function of money by showing how people trade money for goods or services. It is important to show your child how money is traded for the things he wants to have. If he wants to have a toy, give him the money and let him hand the money to the cashier(收银员). 2. When your child grows a bit older and understands the basic function of money, you can start explaining more complex ways of using money.

2.Money lessons

Approach money lessons with openness and honesty. 3. If you must say no to a child’s request to spend money, explain, “ You have enough toy trucks for now.” Or, if the request is for many different things , says, “You have to make a choice between this toy and that toy.”

3. 4.

Begin at the grocery store. Pick out two similar brands of a product----a name-brand butter and a generic（无商标商品）, for example. You can show your child how to make choices between different brands of a product so that you can save money. 5. If he chooses the cheaper brand, allow him to make another purchase with the money saved. Later, you may explain how the more expensive choice leaves less money for other purchases.

A. Wise decisions

B. The value of money

C. Permit the child to choose between them.

D. Tell your child why he can—or cannot—have certain things.

E. Ask yourself what things that cost money are most important to you.

F. Talk about how the money bought the thing after you leave the toy store.

G The best time to teach a child anything about money is when he shows an interest.

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