1. I’m calling about the apartment you the other day. Could you tell me more about it? A. advertised B. had advertised C. are advertising D. will advertise 2.----This is your order, a hamburger and an apple pie， ? ----I’ll have it here.
A. Anything else B. Is that OK C. For here or to go D. Something to drink
3. Traditionally, college students hold a graduation ceremony to encourage themselves before they ______on their life journey.
A. give up B. settle down C. get through D. set off
4. This project requires close teamwork. will be achieved unless we work well together.
A. Nothing B. Anything C. Something D. Everything 5. I to my cousin’s birthday party last night, but I was not available
A. went B. had gone C. would go D. would have gone
6. Mo Yan was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 2012, made one of the Chinese people’s long-held dreams come true.
A. it B. that C. what D. which 7. David is animal fur, so he won’t visit anyone who has cats or dogs in the house. A. curious about B. allergic to C. satisfied with D. fond of
8. If parents have children help with housework, the children will feel needed. ,they will learn to take care of themselves.
A. On the contrary B. In a word C. That is to say D. What’s more
9. in the early 20th century, the school keeps on inspiring children’s love of art. A. To found B. Founding C. Founded D. Having founded
10. The “Chinese Dream” is ______ dream to improve people’s well-being and ______ dream of harmony, peace and development.
A. the; a B. a; a C. a; the D. the; the
11. ______ basic first-aid techniques will help you respond quickly to emergencies. A. Known B. Having known C. Knowing D. Being known
12. The famous musician, as well as his students, _______ to perform at the opening ceremony of the 2012 Taipei Flower Expo.
A. were invited B. was invited C. have been invited D. has been invited
13. Michelle found a job as a high school teacher which ________ spending quite a lot of time with students.
A. enjoys B. involves C. practices D. suggests
14. The Forbidden City attracts a _______ stream of visitors every day, especially during national holidays.
A. constant B. main C. powerful D. shallow
15. The girl has a great interest in sport and ______ badminton classes twice a week over the last three years.
A. took B. is taking C. takes D. has been taking
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二．完形填空
In 2012, I had just recovered from a serious illness when I received an invitation to a writer’s conference in Orlando, Florida. My family persuaded that a(n) 16 might be just what the doctor ordered, so off I 17 . Arriving in the Sunshine State was rather tiring, but I 18 to catch a taxi to my 19 and settle in. Next morning, I took another 20 to the shopping center to buy a few souvenirs. 21 I went to a café to have lunch, but all the tables were 22 . Then I heard a friendly voice saying, “You can 23 my table.”
I gratefully sat down with the 24 lady and we had a happy lunch together. As the 25 drew to a close she asked how long I would be in Orlando. I had already told her that I hadn’t 26 a car, and hadn’t realized how 27 taking taxis would be. After a while she said, “My dear, don’t use any more taxis. I’m retired and it would be my pleasure to 28 you wherever you wish.” I told her that I couldn’t put her to that 29 , but she brushed aside my protests (反对). She asked me where I was 30 and next morning she was waiting at my apartment at the 31 time to take me to Disney World. She spent some time with me before leaving me to 32 alone. At the end of the day, she 33 to take me back to my accommodation. I 34 her money but she refused to take any.
I’ll never forget that wonderful lady who, through her 35 , filled my brief holiday in Florida with wonderful memories.
16. A. holiday B. ceremony C. operation D. experiment 17. A. kept B. went C. dropped D. knocked 18. A. intended B. promised C. managed D. deserved 19. A. hospital B. company C. university D. accommodation 20. A. colleague B. passenger C. suitcase D. taxi 21. A. Instead B. First C. Later D. Once 22. A. classified B. occupied C. decorated D. painted 23. A. share B. reserve C. set D. possess 24. A. old B. poor C. innocent D. stubborn 25. A. journey B. meal C. speech D. interview 26. A. donated B. repaired C. hired D. guided 27. A. convenient B. worthwhile C. unfortunate D. expensive 28. A. inspire B. entertain C. call D. drive 29. A. business B. argument C. trouble D. challenge 30. A. working B. staying C. moving D. shopping 31. A. appointed B. limited C. favorite D. regular 32. A. digest B. explore C. perform D. calculate 33. A. forgot B. refused C. returned D. preferred 34. A. sent B. lent C. offered D. owed 35. A. confidence B. dignity C. curiosity D. kindness
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三．阅读理解
Sparrow is a fast-food chain with 200 restaurants. Some years ago, the group to which Sparrow belonged was taken over by another company. Although Sparrow showed no sign of declining, the chain was generally in an unhealthy state. With more and more fast-food concepts reaching the market, the Sparrow menu had to struggle for attention. And to make matters worse, its new owner had no plans to give it the funds it required.
Sparrow failed to grow for another two years. Until a new CEO, Carl Pearson, decided to build up its market share. He did a survey, which showed that consumers who already used Sparrow restaurants were extremely positive about the chain, while customers of other fast-food chains were unwilling to turn away from them. Sparrow had to develop a new promotional campaign. Pearson faced a battle over the future of the Sparrow brand. The chain’s owner now favored rebranding Sparrow as Marcy’s restaurants. Pearson resisted, arguing for an advertising campaign designed to convince customers that visits to Sparrow restaurants were fun. Such an attempt to establish a positive relationship between a company and the general public was unusual for that time. Pearson strongly believed that numbers were the key to success, rather than customers’ speeding power. Finally, the owner accepted his idea.
The campaign itself changed the traditional advertising style of the fast-food industry. The TV ads of Sparrow focused on entertainment and featured original sons performed by a variety of stars. Instead of showing the superiority of a specific product, the intension was to put Sparrow in the hearts of potential customers.
Pearson also made other decisions which he believed would contribute to the new Sparrow image. For example, he offered to lower the rent of any restaurants which achieved a certain increase in their turnover. (营业额)
These efforts paid off, and Sparrow soon became one of the most successful fast-food chains in the regions where it operated.
1. Which was one of the problems Sparrow faced before Pearson became CEO? A. The number of its customers was declining B. Its customers found the food unhealthy C. It was in need of financial support D. Most of its restaurants were closed
2. What does the underlined word “them” in Paragraph 2 refer to?
A. Customers of Sparrow restaurants B. Sparrow restaurants C. Customers of other fast-food chains D. other fast-food chains 3. For what purpose did Pearson start the advertising campaign?
A. To build a good relationship with the public B. To stress the unusual tradition of Sparrow C. To lean about customers; spending power. D. To meet the challenge from Marcy’s restaurants. 4. The TV ads of Sparrow ________ .
A. changed people’s views on pop stars B. amused the public with original songs
C. focused on the superiority of its products D. influenced the eating habits of the audience 5. What was Pearson’s achievement as a CEO? A. He managed to pay off Sparrow’s debts. B. He made Sparrow much more competitive C. He helped Sparrow take over a company
D. He improved the welfare of Sparrow employees
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四．任务型阅读
Many people believe that classical music is not relevant to young people today. However, this issue (问题) frequently heated debate.
Some people say that classical music is associated only with old people. For example, if you look at the audience at a classical concert, the majority is over the age of fifty.
Others say it is more popular than we first imagine. Many young people listen to classical music without realizing. It is often used in films and advertisements. For example, a famous piece of classical music was sued as the theme music for the 1990 World Cup. Not many people could have given its name, but millions enjoyed it.
Also, some people point out that young people produce new music based on classical ideas: for example, it is said that rap (说唱) music was invented by a classical musician in 1912, but is it is now used by young people in pop music.
However, young people point to the fact that classical music has been outstripped (超越) by technology. To play a classical instrument, such as a violin, you need to study hard and practiced for hours. Nowadays, you don’t need to get aching arms from practicing. A teenager can write and make music using a computer program in the comfort of their own bedroom.
A final point to bear in mind is that the term “classical music” is used to refer to a great variety of music, from jazz to pieces for large orchestras (管弦乐队). This makes it even more difficult to say whether classical music is relevant to young people.
So, it may be only a minority of young people who play classical instruments, but when it comes to enjoying classical music, it depends on the piece of music. It may be more relevant to young people in the modern world than they realize! Title Classical Music Introduction The issue of whether classical music is 1. _______ to young people causes heated debate. Opinions ♦ Classical music is associated only with old people. ♦ Many young people don’t 2. ______ some music they listen to is classical. ♦ Classical ideas provide a 3. ______ for producing new music. ♦ 4. ______ has put classical music at a disadvantage. ♦ “Classical music” can refer to various 5. ______ of music. Evidence ☆6. _______ of the audience at a classical concert are over fifty. ☆Classical music is often found in films and advertisements. ☆Young people now 7. _____ rap in popular music. ☆A young man can write and make music on a computer 8. _______ in his bedroom. ☆Classical music 9. ______ from jazz to pieces for large orchestras. Conclusion Classical music may still be 10. _______ by young people today.
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练习
1. Not until he left his home ______ to know how important the family was for him. A did he begin B had he begun C he began D he had begun 2．We laugh at jokes，but seldom about how they work．
A．we think B．think we C．we do think D．do we think 3. —Is everyone here? —Not yet……Look , there_______ the rest of our guests! A. come B. comes C. is coming D. are coming
4. At the meeting place of the Yangtze River and the Jialing River______, one of the ten largest cities in China.
A. lies Chongqing B. Chongqing lies C. does lie Chongqing D. does Chongqing lie
5. Only if people of all the countries are united ________（我们才能解决）the existing problems in the world. (solve)
6. Had I known about this computer program, a huge amount of time and energy __ . A. would have been saved B. had been saved C. will be saved D.was saved 7.Never____Lisa would arrive but she turned up at the last minute.
A did we think B have we thought C we thought D we have thought
8.Unsatisfied______with the payment，he took the job just to get some work experience.
A．though was he B．though he was C．he was though D．was he though 9.So sudden ______ that the enemy had no time to escape.
A．did the attack B．the attack did C．was the attack D．the attack was 10.Not until I came home last night ______ to bed.
A．Mum did go B．did Mum go C．went Mum D．Mum went 11.Little ______ about her own safety，though she was in great danger herself.
A．did Rose care B．Rose did care C．Rose does care D．does Rose care 12.______is the power of TV that it can make a person suddenly famous. A．Such B．This C．That D．So
13.Distinguished guests and friends，welcome to our school.______the ceremony of the 50th Anniversary this morning are our alumni (校友) f rom home and abroad.
A．Attend B．To attend C．Attending D．Having attended 14. For a moment nothing happened. Then all shouting together.
A. voices had come B. came voices C. voices would come D. did voices come 15. On two occasions he was accused of stealing money from the company, but in neither case ______ any evidence to support the claims.
A. was there B. there was C. had there been D. there had been
16. The book tells stories of the earthquake through the eyes of those ____ lives were affected. A. whose B. that C. who D. which
17. Old-fashioned phones matter when wireless networks ________ in disasters. A. turn down B. turn out C. break down D. break out
18. Mrs. Smith finds it hard to clear up the mess, as her children are always ______ whenever she tries to.
A. in the way B. on watch C. in sight D. on the line
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