【题目】With the World Cup always held in the European off-season in June and July, when the tiny nation of Qatar beat out USA Australia, Japan and South Korea, as the venue（地点）of the 2022 World Cup Soccer, there were gasps of surprise from the fans – it was not just because of the size of the competitors, but also the fact that Doha sees an average top temperature of 41 degrees Celsius in June and July with the possibility of top temperatures as high as 50°C.

Since the World Cup cannot be moved to the ‘cooler’ season in January or to a neighboring country with milder weather, Qatar has to figure out a solution to make the game more comfortable. A team of engineering scientists from Qatar University (QU) have taken a more high-tech approach to solving the problem – they've reportedly developed a type of artificial "cloud" designed to float above the World Cup venues and provide fans and players with relief from the blazing sun.

The artificial clouds system was invented by a team led by Dr Saul Abdul Ghani, Head of the Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Department at QU, who told Gulf News that the "clouds" would be made from a lightweight carbon structure carrying a giant envelope of material containing helium（氦）gas. The "cloud" would also feature solar panels on its upper surface to power engines that allow the cloud to be moved via remote control. While the country officials have promised to improve some of the issues with solar-powered stadiums capable of reducing the temperatures inside, to a comfortable 20℃, there is still concern of how the players will be able to function in the practice fields.

The system would initially cost around US$500,000, with prices coming down with commercial scale production. However, since Qatar needs to find a solution, the money is probably to the issue. The bigger question is, will this team of scientists actually be able to conjure up（兑现）something that they have promised? We will all find out in about eleven years!

【1】By mentioning “the European off-season”, the author tells us .

A. why the World Cup is held

B. where the host countries of the World Cup are

C. where the World Cup is usually held

D. when the World Cup is held

【2】The artificial clouds system aims to .

A. carry a giant envelope of material containing helium gas

B. air-condition the venues via artificial cloud system

C. feature solar panels on its upper surface

D. allow the cloud to be moved via remote control

【3】Which of the following is NOT promised for 2022 World Cup by Qatar?

A. The tournament season.

B. The tournament venues.

C. The comfortable temperature for training grounds.

D. The comfortable temperature for the matches.

【4】About how much US dollars are estimated if four artificial clouds float above stadiums?

A. $ 1,600,000 B. $ 2,500,000

C. $500,000 D. $ 2,200,000

【5】Which of the following can best serve as the title of this passage?

A. Will the 2020 World Cup Be Held in the Middle East?

B. Qatar’s 2022 World Cup in High Temperature

. Will Man-Made Clouds Provide Shade at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar?

D. Artificial Clouds at High Cost Promising Comfortable Season

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You can't depend on your parents forever.

You can't __________ __________ your parents forever.

【题目】With thick snow __________ the ground, our city looks more beautiful.

A. covers

B. covering

C. covered

D. to cover

【题目】On a Friday night, a poor young artist stood at the gate of the subway station, playing his violin. Attracted by the great music, many of the passers-by their paces and put some money into his hat.

The next day, the artist came again. Different from the day before, he took out a large piece of paper and laid it on the ground. Then he the violin and began playing. On the paper it said, “Last night a gentleman named George Sang put an important thing into my hat by mistake. Please come to it soon.”

It caused a great excitement among the and people wondered what it could be. After about half an hour, a middle-aged man hurriedly ran there. “Yes, it’s you. You did come here. I knew that you’re an honest man and would certainly come here.”

The young violinist asked , “Are you Mr. George Sang?” The man nodded. “Did you lose something?” “It’s lottery,” said the man. The violinist took out a lottery ticket on which George Sang’s name was seen. “Is it?” he asked. George nodded promptly and the lottery ticket and kissed it.

The story turned out to be this: George Sang bought a lottery ticket. The awards opened yesterday and he won a of $500,000. He was so happy, but when he took out 50 dollars to put in the hat, the lottery ticket was also thrown in. The violinist was a student at an Art College and has planned to attend studies in Vienna, He has booked the ticet and would fly that morning. However he cancelled the and came back to wait.

Later someone asked the violinist, “At that time you were in need to pay the fee and you had to play the violin every day to make the money. Then why didn’t you the lottery for yourself?” The violinist said, “Although I don’t have much money, I live happily; but if I lose honesty I won’t be happy forever.”

Through our lives, we can gain a lot and lose so much, but being should always be with us.

【1】A．sped up B．fastened up C．slowed down D．kept up with

【2】A．adjusted B．adopted C．performed D．regulated

【3】A．ask B．claim C．declare D．announce

【4】A．Circumstance B．Environment C．surroundings D．crowd

【5】A．calmly B．angrily C．carelessly D．indifferently

【6】A．scratched B．tore C．seized D．caught

【7】A．reward B．prize C．praise D．salary

【8】A．interested B．skilled C．developed D．advanced

【9】A．flight B．trip C．train D．study

【10】A．show B．rent C．tuition D．travel

【11】A．leave B．hold C．bring D．keep

【12】A．warm-hearted B．honest C．honored D．kind-hearted

【题目】-Did __________ you get a clear look at the monster?

-No, but it seemed to be red __________.

A. in colour

B. in the colour

C. with colour

D. with the colour

【题目】Hearing the __________ news, the little girl stared at the stranger with __________ eyes.

A. frightened; frightening

B. frightening; frightened

C. frightening; frighten

D. frighten; frighten

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用所给词的适当形式填空：

give life to, bum out, contrast with, throw oneself on, up and down,

shake with fear, make a sound, again and again

After work, I __________ the bed, exhausted.

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As my candle was almost __________, I couldn't see clearly.

【题目】 I’d appreciate _______ if you could let me know in advance whether or not you will come.

A. it B. you C. one D. this

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写同义句：

We know very little about the disease, so we are not able to treat the patients very effectively.