阅读下列材料，然后按要求完成材料后面的三个小题。

Dear Doctor,

My husband and I got married in 1990 and for the first ten years of our marriage, I was very happy to stay home and bring up our three children. Then four years ago, our youngest child went to school and I thought I might go back to work.

My husband agreed and helped me to make my decision. He said he thought I could be a great success in business. After several weeks of job hunting, I found my present job—working for a small public company. At first, my husband was very proud of me and would tell his friends, “My clever little wife can run that company.”

But as his joke was becoming true, my husband stopped talking to me about my job. I have received several promotions (升职) and pay increases, and I can earn more money than he can. I can buy my own clothes and new car.

But things begin to change. My husband is not happy. My husband is very unkind to me in front of our friends. For the first time in our marriage, I think our marriage may come to an end. I love my husband very much, and I don’t want him to feel bad, but I also love my job. I think I can be a good wife and a working woman, but I don’t know how. Can’t you give me some advice? Will I have to choose one or the other or can I keep both my husband and my new career?

Please help me.

Mary

请根据阅读信息填写第54，54题, 一空一词并回答第56题。

1.According to the passage, when was the letter most probably written?

The letter was written after____________.

2.What does the phrase in paragraph two “job hunting” mean?

“Job hunting” means__________ ____________ __________.

3.What is the dilemma（两难）of the working woman?

_______________________________________________________________________________

根据句子意思用所给的词的正确形式完成句子。

1.John is very __________ —— if he promises to do something he’ll do it. （rely）

2.The English at that time was __________ more on German than the English we speak at present. (base)

3.His health is __________ improving. I'm sure he will come back to work soon. (gradual)

4.After __________ from college, the man went to Canada and found a job there. (graduate)

5.My grandpa was successfully operated on in Shao Yifu Hospital last week and now he is __________. (recover)

6.When people use words and __________ different from the “standard language”, it is called a dialect. (express)

7.Parents are __________ very much about their children and keep an eye on them all the time. (concern)

8.Both America and Britain use English as their __________ language. (office)

选词填空。

根据所给短文的意思，用方框中所给的单词或者短语的正确形式填空。

When I was 13, my journey in a great valley changed my attitude towards the recording of a travel. During the trip, I was busy recording every event, name and place I came across. I felt proud to ____1.__ my time, keeping a __2.__description of my travels. On my last night there, after I __3.____ the tent, I went out with diary in hand. The sky was clear with the bright moon, and the walls of the valley looked frightening behind their curtains of shadows（阴影）. The beauty of nature at dusk ___4.__ my heart entirely. I took out my pen right away... At that moment, I understood that the beautiful scenery I saw ___5.__ was more meaningful than the tiring words that I had __6.__ in my diary. Since then I have ___7._____ only to keep a special thought or feeling in my diary. The unforgettable moments I ____8.__ would be the sweet and lasting memories for my life.

翻译句子

1.从高中起，我姐姐和我就一直梦想着作一次伟大的自行车旅行。

2.曾经有一段时间我对一切和李敏镐有关的事物都很疯狂。

3.昨天我的父母亲问我最近经历了什么。

4.她坚持要在这部话剧里扮演一个重要角色。

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Come and join the fun in the only marine mammal(哺乳动物) camp in the Midwest! Oceans of Fun offers a variety of camps for ages 7-12 that allow children to meet our seals and sea lions up close and personal while learning about marine mammals, animal care， training and conservation.

1.A boy who is interested in developing computer games will join a camp held at ________.

A. Stanford, UCLA, Princeton

B. 800 E. Lancaster Ave. Villanova, Pennsylvania

C. 20950 SW Rock Greek Road, Sheridan, Oregon 97378

D. 10001 W. Bluemound Rd. Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53226

2.iD Programming Academy for Teens iPhone App Creation, Robotics & More!

can help teens to ________.

A. find what they love to do in the future

B. become industry professionals

C. repair iPhones and computers

D. play with robots

3.A teen who is preparing for college entrance exams will join ________.

A. iD Programming Academy for Teens iPhone App Creation, Robotics & More

B. Julian Krinsky School of Tennis & Golf

C. Summer at Delphi

D. Oceans of Fun

4.Who would be most interested in Oceans of Fun?

A. A child who loves the sea.

B. A child who likes water sports.

C. A child who is going for a holiday by the sea.

D. A child who likes to interact with animals.

Cosmetic (整形) surgery is usually performed to correct a physical abnormality or to enhance an otherwise normal physical feature and thus improve appearance. Cosmetic surgery is an extremely broad field that may offer reconstructive surgery for a patient after a damaging burn or other physical injuries yet can also be used to smooth out wrinkles or reshape a nose. Cosmetic surgery was first used regularly after World War I, when treatment and reconstruction of war injuries gave hope to young soldiers.

As recently as fifty years ago, as the rich and famous began opting for elective cosmetic surgery, the subject was whispered about and considered taboo. Celebrities（名人） would disappear for months and then appear after secret cosmetic surgery looking younger, prettier, and thinner. Over time, cosmetic surgery has become accepted and even encouraged in some circles. Today there are even television reality shows about it.

Some of the more popular forms of cosmetic surgery are liposuction(抽脂术), in which excessive fat is sucked out of the body with a tube and vacuum device; laser facial resurfacing, which smooths lines on the face around the eyes and mouth and eliminates facial blemishes（瑕疵); and hair replacement surgery, which fills in balding areas using a patient's own hair. There are many more forms of cosmetic surgery, including variations of these.

Anyone interested in cosmetic surgery should consider the risks and remember that it is, ultimately, surgery. Not all procedures come out exactly the way doctors and patients foresee, and recovery is just like any other surgery, complete with pain and the possibility of infection(感染). While cosmetic surgery is an option, patients should choose doctors wisely, obtain several references, and keep realistic expectations.

1.Which kind of person doesn't need a cosmetic surgery?

A. A person who suffers a damaging burn.

B. A person who wants to reshape nose.

C. A person who needs to smooth out wrinkles.

D. A person who wishes to get rid of headache.

2.What is the main reason for a celebrity's opting for cosmetic surgery?

A. The celebrity wants to disappear for months.

B. The celebrity watches television shows about cosmetic surgery.

C. The celebrity wants to be younger, prettier, and thinner.

D. The celebrity is accepted by the entertainment circle.

3.What is the third paragraph mainly about?

A. The forms of cosmetic surgery.

B. The definition of cosmetic surgery.

C. The effects of cosmetic surgery.

D. The advantages of cosmetic surgery.

4.What is the author's attitude towards cosmetic surgery?

A. Cautious.B. Positive.C. Negative.D. Doubtful.

Last night my husband and I were on the way to a show. We were both hungry and wanted to grab a quick bite on our way there, so we swung through a Jack-In-the-Box-Drive-thru Restaurant and placed our order.

When we got up to the window the lady smiled at me, which is sometimes rare and asked how I was doing while she was collecting our money for the food. I replied, "Fine, and how are you'?" She went to get our order ready and I asked my husband to pass my "Drive-thru Smile bag" to me. He handed it to me and watched in amazement as I gathered together a "You make a difference" paper, including a smile card, a smile stamp and a smile button.

She came back to the window almost before I finished putting it all together. Without looking too closely she passed the bag and said, "Thank you. Have a good day." I said, "Wait! This is for you." As I placed the little smile gifts in her hand a smile spread across her face. As she looked at the items it got a little bigger but when I thanked her for her smile there was no holding back. She gave the biggest smile and she was laughing. It was very heartwarming.

My husband was very impressed by it. It made him smile too. It just takes a little effort to connect in a human way to everyone we have dealings with, even with something as small as a Drive-thru transaction.

Remember, we all make a difference!

1.All the followings are included in my "You make a difference" paper EXCEPT ________.

A. a smile cardB. a smile stamp

C. a smile buttonD. a smile bag

2.The lady became happy because she received ________.

A. some foodB. some kindnessC. some moneyD. some help

3.What may be the best title for the text?

A. Jack-In-the-Box-Drive-thru Restaurant

B. Biggest Drive-thru Smile Ever

C. You Make a Difference through Effort

D. Don't hold back Your Smile

If you've ever been to a social gathering, you might feel awkward and uncomfortable. While social gatherings can be very enjoyable, especially when you are surrounded by people whose company you enjoy, there are social events that you sometimes find yourself wishing you were someplace else. Such occasions can sometimes be the cause of much anxiety and self-consciousness. You may even feel like everyone else is having a good time except for you. Yet the truth is that everyone has felt shy and awkward on occasion. One of the best ways to overcome self-consciousness or get past your feelings of shyness at social gatherings is to focus on the people around you. If you can remember that other people might also be feeling awkward or shy, you might find the thought of speaking to them less overwhelming.

The next time there is a social event you feel nervous about attending, you may want to try this exercise: Spend some time with your eyes closed and breathe deeply. When you feel ready, create your own zone of comfort by visualizing yourself surrounded in a warm white light that is protective yet accepting of others. Imagine people at the event being drawn to you because of the open and warm feelings that you are showing. When you arrive at the event, take a moment to spread this same light of loving acceptance to everyone around you.

Smile and greet people warmly. Try going up to someone who is standing alone and introduce yourself. When you show acceptance and openness, people can't help but respond to you in kind.

Focusing on how we can make other people at a social gathering feel at ease can help us forget about our own insecurities. The next time you attend a social gathering, invite people to join you in your zone of comfort that you have so lovingly and intentionally created. Let yourself enjoy being encircled in the warmth of their friendships.

1.In the author's opinion, people feel awkward at a social gathering because ________.

A. the atmosphere is unpleasant

B. they don't like the people there

C. they are too proud to talk with others

D. they may feel they are different from others

2.The underlined word "visualizing" in Paragraph 2 probably means ________.

A. introducingB. persuadingC. imaginingD. forcing

3.If you feel uncomfortable about attending a social event, the author advises you to ________.

A. invite some friends

B. arrive ahead of time

C. talk with others nonstop

D. be open and warm to others

4.What is the text mainly about?

A. How to make a good impression on others.

B. How to feel at ease at a social gathering.

C. How to prepare for a social gathering.

D. How to make friends with others.

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

Do you want to know how to live an environmentally friendly lifestyle? Here is a short list of ways that you can help protect the environment.

★Prevent energy leaks（泄漏）at home.

Heating and cooling can make up to 50 percent of your energy bill each month. 1. So you'll save money and reduce your influence on the environment.

★Plant trees in your yard and community.

Everyone knows that planting trees can help the environment. 2. Trees cool your home, reducing the energy used for cooling. Trees improve mental health. Trees reduce noise pollution.

★ 3.

If you use ceiling fans during hot summer days, you can create a cooling environment. A few ceiling or regular fans properly placed in your home can reduce the amount of time you spend with the air conditioning on.

★Use solar energy more often.

4. There are lots of inexpensive solar products you can try out. For example, solar-powered lights. How about solar cell phone chargers? Additionally, there are many forms of passive solar energy that can help you take advantage of the sun.

★Think about green transportation.

Just sit and think about a few environmentally friendly ways you can get from one place to another. 5. You can walk or bike to the corner store. Walking instead of driving to a store is a great way to help the environment!

A. Trees have many good influences.

B. Use natural wind to dry your clothes.

C. There are many ways to use solar power.

D. Use ceiling fans to cool off in summer.

E. You can take a bus when going to the movie theater.

F. Turn off lights and electronic devices when you're not using them.

G. You can heat and cool your home more efficiently by fixing leaks.

阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填人空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

My brother and I slipped out of the bed. We grabbed our ________ and put on our shoes. Without heaters in our old home, wearing coats inside was as ________ as wearing shirts in summer.

But this morning was ________; it was Christmas. No Christmas tree, no ________ in our home. But following ________, we were promised to find one present on the top of the shoes. Some years, we would find ________ but new underwear, and other years we would find new socks. The gift itself wasn't our ________, but the brand-new feeling made us scream with ________.

And then one special Christmas, I lifted the package ________ on shoes. I tore it, holding my breath and I found there was a doll with large brown eyes ________ me. I grabbed it from the box and held ________ against my chest. ________ it smelled of plastic, it sent a wave of pleasure through me.

Those days flickered with(闪烁) memories of the ________ and easy life. It was a life ________ material possessions, ________ one rich with appreciation for small thing. Later as I ________ in America, life changed. We lived a rich life and life became easier. Gifts ________ more and their purchase became urgent. ________, our wants turned into boring needs. Sadly, what we ________ as children was now painted in a sorrowful scene. Although weather changes and seasons offer variety, we can ________ change by taking a step back to the simpler life.

1.A. trousersB. coatsC. dressesD. shirts

2.A. specialB. rareC. strangeD. normal

3.A. ordinaryB. differentC. difficultD. warm

4.A. protectionB. waterC. peopleD. decoration

5.A. traditionB. wayC. methodD. request

6.A. somethingB. everythingC. nothingD. anything

7.A. focusB. explanationC. storyD. offer

8.A. painB. tearC. shockD. joy

9.A. givingB. lyingC. makingD. dropping

10.A. staring atB. looking intoC. caring aboutD. turning out

11.A. the packageB. the shoesC. the dollD. the box

12.A. Even thoughB. As ifC. What ifD. Apart from

13.A. boringB. simpleC. sadD. slow

14.A. engaged inB. coming in

C. interested inD. lacking in

15.A. forB. soC. andD. but

16.A. set outB. grew upC. picked upD. got out

17.A. spentB. costC. wastedD. paid

18.A. SurprisinglyB. HopefullyC. EventuallyD. Happily

19.A. hatedB. desertedC. wastedD. valued

20.A. stillB. everC. neverD. even