一、阅读理解
A single cigarette sold on a street corner may not cost a lot; however, the whole costs of smoking are huge.
First, consider the cost of human life. The World Health Organization says about 10 people die of a tobacco-related disease every minute. That speed adds up to almost six million people dying of such diseases every year.
Most of these preventable（可预防的'）deaths happen in low-income and middle-income countries. The World Bank says each of these countries has a total national income（收入）of less than $12,746.
The World Health Organization says tobacco kills 6 million people yearly — a number that is expected to rise to 8 million by 20xx unless immediate action is taken.
For most people, stopping smoking is hard. Many began smoking as teenagers. They are used to it. Also, tobacco contains the powerful drug nicotine.
Studies show people who want to stop smoking can do so with different treatments. Some get help from electronic cigarettes, medicine or nicotine patches that reduce their desire for the drug.
But smoking costs more than the life of a person. It can affect the health of the whole country. The World Health Organization says low-income countries depend heavily on taxes from cigarettes. They use the money, in part, to pay the costs of health care for tobacco-related diseases.
But the illegal trade in tobacco products is further testing the economies of low-income countries. WHO officials say the illegal trade earns about $31 billion every year.
Douglas Bettcher is the director of the WHO’s Department for the Prevention of Non-communicable Diseases. He calls the illegal trade a monster with many heads. He says the trade enables young people to buy cigarettes at low prices, become addicted to tobacco and suffer from serious health problems. It also increases crime and reduces taxes.
The World Health Organization is strongly suggesting that the United Nations member states sign an agreement to end the illegal trade in tobacco products. Eight countries have agreed to the agreement. But the agreement of 32 other countries is still needed for it to become an international law.
rding to the passage, people dying of a tobacco-related disease are mostly from ______.
loped -income countries
developed United Nations
h of the following about the whole costs of smoking is NOT mentioned in the passage
roying the g bad to human life.
cting the whole country’s ing the illegal trade.
’s the main idea of the last but one paragraph
action has been taken by the WHO.
harm of the illegal trade in tobacco products.
g people who are addicted to smoking may commit a crime.
agreement to end the illegal trade in tobacco products is being signed.
h of the following can be the best title for the passage
ing Costs More than You Think
erent Ways to Stop Smoking
Illegal Trade in Tobacco Products
diate Action to Stop Smoking
When her classmates were having a good time, Molly sat at the picnic table alone. She remained embarrassed around her classmates. She seemed unsure of what to do or say, yet I could see her eyes longing for acceptance. Many students had already decided that her friendship would not be worth（值）the energy required to overcome the embarrassment. Others laughed at her. Most ignored her—except for one.
Brianna was making the other students laugh, as usual. “Brianna, do you see Molly down thereWould you mind walking down there and inviting her to come up here with the rest of usI said.
Brianna sighed. I could tell she didn’t want to waste her precious time to do what I was asking of her, but I also knew her heart. She often thought of others before herself—a rare character for anyone, much less a kid.
Knowing this choice was hard for her, I pulled out a D-buck, our class currency（货币）. Though this was not the ideal way to deal with this situation. I needed her cooperation（合作）. “Here, I’ll pay you for your time.” I said to her. She offered an insincere smile, grasped the green paper, and headed down the hill.
As the rest of the children screamed and laughed, my eyes locked on Brianna as she neared the picnic table. Molly could be difficult to get along with, and I wouldn’t have been surprised if she sent Brianna back alone, refusing her invitation. When she encouraged herself to a standing position, I sighed with relief.
Minutes later, I felt a tap on my shoulder. “Here. Mrs. D.” Brianna handed me the D-buck. “Why ” I asked. “I shouldn’t keep this.” Her eyes fell to her feet, guilt showing from her quiet voice. “I don’t want Molly to think I only went to get her so I could earn the money. She’s my friend.”
A moment later, they were all laughing again, and who should I see among them, laughing for the first time that weekMolly.
rding to the author, what was Molly like
ignored the jokes from other kids.
felt embarrassed at being laughed at.
desired to be accepted by other kids.
had no interest in making friends.
made Brianna different from other kids
cooperation.
kindness
did the author feel as Brianna walked to Molly
sfied.
used.
was the purpose of Brianna’s returning the D-buck to the author
avoid losing it one day.
get a pure friendship with Molly.
make friends with her teacher.
escape from being punished by her teacher.
He was born in Germany in 1818, and German was his native language. He stayed in Belgium for a few years; then he went to France. In 1849, he went to England and made London the base for his revolutionary（革命的）work.
The first time I saw him was in February 1865. I was twenty-four years old. Never in my life shall I forget the impression made on me by my first visit. Marx was in poor health then, but was hard at work on the first volume of Capital.
Marx could read all the leading European languages and write in three： German, French and English. He was fond of saying, “A foreign language is a weapon in the struggle of life.”
At fifty he took up the study of Russian. Although the language had no close relation to any of the modern or ancient languages he knew, he made such progress in six months that he was able to enjoy reading Russian poetry and works.
Although he went to bed very late, he always got up between eight and nine in the morning. Having drunk a cup of black coffee and read through his newspapers, he would go to his study and work there till two or three next morning — breaking off only for meals, and when the weather allowed, for a walk on Hampstead Heath, London. In the course of the day he slept for an hour or two on the sofa. For Marx, work had become a passion, and he was so absorbed in it that he often forgot his meals. Frequently, he had to be called again and again before he came down to the dining room. But hardly had he eaten the last mouthful when he was back in his study again.
e did the author probably see Marx for the first time
Belgium.
England.
was the author born
1841.
1865.
many languages could Marx not only read but also write
.
.
’s the main idea of the last paragraph
was addicted to his often forgot his meals.
was in poor developed an interest in reading.
Have you ever noticed how Americans fill up their entire glass with ice and then pour their drinks in， but Europeans take their drinks at room temperatureIn the U.S， they’ve created fridges that give you cold ice at the press of a button， but in Britain they typically serve their tap water warm.
This tradition — if that’s what you want to call it — dates back to the 19th century. During that time， it was already common for most American homes to have an ice box. Ice would be harvested in northern America or Canada and shipped across the Atlantic and sold at a high price in British department stores. Can you imagine heading to Macy’s to treat yourself to a block of ice
Putting ice in the drink started to become somewhat of a fashion trend for the wealthy in Britain. Some would put a few cubes in their champagne（香槟酒）and sip at their iced drinks at high-class parties But， like any fashion trend， it eventually faded， mainly because the ice was just too expensive. And even once ice boxes began appearing in homes in Britain as well， Brits never took a liking to ice in their drinks.
So， next time you travel overseas， don’t feel offended（冒犯）when your server gives you an eye roll when you ask for ice water.
can we infer about Brits
treat their guests to cold drinks.
always follow what Americans do.
don’t know where to get ice.
have ice boxes later than Americans
do Brits take their drinks at room temperature
use they have no fridges.
use they have warm taps.
use they are used to it.
use they can’t afford ice.
does the text mainly talk about
Americans like icy drinks while Europeans don’t.
people overseas have icy drinks with their meals.
e people can entertain themselves with icy drinks.
Europeans and Americans make different drinks.
二、七选五
They were once one of the most popular foods in China. Whether they were in our kitchen at home or in the luggage we traveled with, instant noodles weren’t too difficult to find. 1..
According to statistics from the World Instant Noodles Association in November, sales of instant noodles in China fell by nearly 10 billion packages from 20xx to 20xx.
2.. This means that on average, every one of the 1.3 billion people in China consumed（消费）three packages of instant noodles a month that year.
The change could be due to the fact that instant noodles have failed to adapt to（适应）the changing taste of Chinese consumers, especially young people, who are the largest group of consumers of instant noodles.
“3.. I have just got tired of them and no longer eat instant noodles,” a man who works for an Internet company said.
Another reason could be the online meal ordering industry, which has greatly enlarged young people’s choices beyond instant noodles.
Almost 90 percent of students at Yangzhou University in Jiangsu Province said they ordered online meals, often on a weekly basis. And according to a survey in 20xx, about 70 percent of young people ordered online meals at least once a week.4..
The rise of online meal ordering services shows that people have a higher demand for life quality and put more importance on health and nutrition, according to Shen Hongbing, a professor from Chongqing Technology and Business University.
“Instant noodles won’t disappear, although the market share will reduce,” Shen told Chongging Morning Post. “5..”
A. In 20xx. 48.38 billion were sold
B. One example of non-natural foods is instant noodles
C. They will still be one of the foods familiar to many Chinese
D. Instant noodles are eaten due to the low cost and convenience
E. It’s been 10 years, but the taste of instant noodles is still the same
F. However, they seem to have fallen out of favor with Chinese people now
G. Online meal ordering services are convenient, quick and there are different choices
三、完形填空
Time flies fast. When I was a little girl, I remember that when my dad was repairing something, every time he asked me to _______ the hammer, just so we would have a time for a（n） _______ with each other. I _______ saw my dad drinking or taking a night out, and all he did after _______ was taking care of his family.
I _______ and left home for college and since then, my dad had been calling me every Sunday morning. And when several _______ later I bought a house, my dad was _______ it by himself for three days in the 80°F summer heat. All he _______ was to hold his paintbrush and talk to him. But I was too _______ in those days, I did not find any time for a conversation with my dad.
One Sunday __________ we had a telephone talk as usual, and I noticed that my dad had __________ some things that we discussed lately. Because I was in a hurry to deal with something, our conversation was __________. Few hours later that day came a call. My father was in hospital with an aneurysm（动脉瘤）.__________ I bought a ticket for a flight and __________ I was thinking about all __________ occasions（机会） to have a talk with my dad.
By the time I __________ at the hospital, my father had passed away. Now it was he who did not have __________ for a conversation with me. After his death I __________ much more about him, and even more about myself. All he ever asked me was my time and __________. And now he has all my __________ every single day.
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四、语法填空
语法填空
Communicating with the old can be challenging,1.（especial）when considering the fact that their abilities are failing.
First of all, you are supposed to respect the old’s thoughts, backgrounds and life 2.（experience） not correct their opinions even when you can’t reach an 3. （agree）. And when old people are talking, listen carefully. Let them finish because letting them express their thoughts and emotions 4.（be）important.
Sometimes, the physical or mental（精神的）state of old people can stand in the way of expressing their needs. More than just their physical needs such as food, clothing, it is also important to understand their ’re together with them, try to know if they would like 6.（chat）or be quiet. And when you feel they want to be quiet, just be there, because 7.（spend） time with them is as important as talking to them or cheering them up.
As communication with old people can be difficult, it is important to be always patient. When you are explaining something 8. them, you should remain patient when they ask you to repeat yourself. Try using gestures（手势）while you 9.（talk）with them, or write down what you want to say when 10. is necessary.
五、短文改错
短文改错
Emily turned on the TV. It was 6 o’clock and the news were on Channel 3. Therefore, she didn’t want to see the news, which was usual about traffic accidents. There was too many bad news on TV. Emily found talk show to watch. It was hosting by Jack, who was good-looking and smart, and he told good joke. And sometimes he gave expensive gifts to his fans. Perhaps this show was sometimes bored, but that didn’t matter to him. That was because of all she wanted to do was relax.
六、提纲类作文
假定你是李华，最近你在一个国外的青少年网站上看到一个署名为 Maggie的寻求帮助的帖子，内容要点如下：
1.学校竞争激烈，学习压力大；
2.学习过于刻苦，导致疲倦心理；
3.逐渐失去兴趣，时常犯困。
请写一篇英语短文对上述问题进行回复。
要求：1.针对发帖人遇到的问题提出建议，并给予鼓励；
2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3.词数100左右。
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