1、阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。ATop Rome toursCinecitt WorldCinecitt World, located just on the outskirts of Rome, is an amusement park dedicated to all things about cinema. It also features roller coasters and live shows, interactive attractions and childrens play areas. Fast-pass t
2、ickets that let you skip the line are provided.Price: $20.8 above the age of 18, $16 aged 14 to 18, free under the age of 14 and 50% of the total charged for fast pass.Time: Every day from 10:00 to 17:00.Roman Forum The Roman Forum (Foro Romano) was once the center of ancient Rome, with temples, cou
3、rts, markets, and government buildings. Aside from a lesson in Roman history, visitors can get a great view of the Eternal City from the overlooking Palatine and Capitoline hills.Price：$15 for an adult and children for free.Time: Peak season 1 July-31 Oct: 10:00-17:00 Low season
4、1Nov-30 June: Mon-Sat 10:00-16:30, Sun 11:00-16:30Ancient AppianNever miss this family-friendly cycling journey along the ancient Appian Way, one of Romes very first paved roads. Riding an electric-powered bicycle, youll pass ornate mansions, centuries-old statues and tombs, catacombs, and an aquedu
5、ct from antiquity.Price: $17 for each adult, $5 for each e-bike, and free for children with a parent.Time: 10.00-18:00 Summer. 10:00-17:00 Winter.Villa dEsteThe Villa dEste in Tivoli, is one of the most remarkable and comprehensive illustrations of Renaissance culture at its most refined. Its innova
6、tive design along with the architectural components in the garden (fountains, ornamental basins, etc.) makes this a unique example of an Italian 16th-century garden.Price：$57.53 an adult and free for child under the age of 10, with online ticket 20% off.Time: Mon to Sat. 10:00-17:00 summer. 10:30-16
7、:00 winter.21. How much will be paid for a mother and a child of 6 to visit Cinecitt World with fast-pass tickets?A. $36.4. B. $54.6. C. $20.8 D. $31.2.22. What can a visitor do at Roman Forum?A. Learn some history of Rome. B. Have some art less
8、ons.C. Eat some delicious food. D. Watch some live shows.23. Where should a visitor go if he or she loves ancient architecture?A. Cinecitt World. B. Roman Forum. C. Ancient Appian. D. Villa dEste.BWhen a running event is long
9、er than 26.2 miles, it is called an ultramarathon.There are two kinds of ultramarathons. In the first kind of ultramarathon, runners have to cover a specific distance50 miles, for example. In the second kind of ultramarathon, runners have a limited amount of time, such as 24 hours, to cover as much
10、distance as they can. Some ultramarathons are run as loops around a track or course. Others are run on trails through forests, deserts, or mountains. Many ultramarathons that are run on trails include natural obstacles that a runner will have to overcome, such as rocky paths or bad weather. Ultramar
11、athons are run all over the world, even on Antarctica. The most famous race across Antarctica is called The Last Desert Race. Runners pay over $14,000 to compete in this race. Besides,they must also buy special equipment to protect themselves against the extreme cold.People who want to train to run
12、in an ultramarathon should first gain experience running regular marathons. Once you have completed a few marathons, you can add more and more distance every time you run.Besides practicing, there are a few other things you can do to help you prepare to run an ultramarathon. First, pick a location t
13、hat is close to home,which is safer because you will be more familiar with the area. Next, make sure to bring snacks, sunscreen, and extra shoes. You should also remember to drink eight ounces of water or a sports drink every 15 to 20 minutes. Your pace is also very important. When you are running a
14、n ultramarathon, you should start running more slowly than you do when you run a regular marathon. Finally, many people who run ultramarathons say that it is easier and more fun to train with friends than it is to train alone. So if you are interested in running an ultramarathon, you should also try
15、 to get one of your friends interested in it too.24.What is the main purpose of the first paragraph?A. To provide basic information about ultramarathons. B. To help people train to run an ultramarathon. C. To compare ultramarathons to regular marathons. D. To share his or her personal experience wit
16、h ultramarathons. 25.What makes The Last Desert Race so difficult to compete in?I. It is very expensive to travel to Antarctica.II. The weather in Antarctica is very cold.III. It is much longer than other ultramarathons.A. I only.B. I and II only.C. II and III only.D. I, II, and III.26.Why is it bet
17、ter to train for an ultramarathon with friends?A. Because it is safer to run ultramarathon with friends.B. Because you can split the cost of a trip to Antarctica with a friend.C. Because you typically train harder in the presence of others.D. Because friends make training more enjoyable.27.Where is
18、this text most likely from?A. A diary. B. A novel.C. A magazine. D. A guidebook.CDear Mr. Palmer,I am writing to express my disappointment that the Athletic Center has chosen to close its on-site nursery,which provides an indispensable service for mothers who wish to exercise and be phy
19、sically fit. It is also the Centers commitment to the health of the community. Closing the nursery is endangering the wonderful, family-oriented atmosphere. I hope you will reconsider this discouraging decision.For mothers like me, a gym nursery is absolutely essential. Many of us cannot afford to h
20、ire babysitters just so we can go to the gym. By running a nursery, the Athletic Center enables mothers of all income levels to work out without much inconvenience or expense. I have really benefited from this service and would hate to see it go.I also believe that providing a nursery has helped the
21、 Athletic Center to fulfill its mission of “building a healthier Savannah.”By making it easier for mothers to exercise, the gym has reached out to those who often struggle to stay fit. I worry that by closing the nursery, the Center will not be as effective at putting its own principles into action.
22、 I deeply respect the Center for its contributions to the health of our whole community, and I would love to see those contributions continue.I know that many other gym members also believe that the Centers commitment to “a healthier Savannah” is what sets it apart from other local gyms. I enjoy wor
23、king out in such a unique, family-friendly atmosphere, and I consider many of my fellow gym members to be close friends. I have heard that if the nursery closes, many mothers will leave the Center in favor of a gym that can offer childcare, which will negatively affect all members by changing the wo
24、nderful atmosphere that we currently enjoy.I would very much appreciate it if you would reconsider closing the nursery. I would be very disheartened to see it go.Sincerely,Virginia O. Malcolm28. What does the underlined word probably mean?A. Essential.B. Natural.C. Hopeful. D.Wonderful.29. Why does
25、the author mention “building a healthier Savannah”?A. To accuse Jay Palmer of dishonesty.B. To remind the Center of its commitment.C. To suggest a new choice for the Center.D. To make the goal of the Center clear.30. What can we infer from the 4th paragraph?A. The Center may close the nursery.B. The
26、 Center may keep the nursery.C. The Center may lose some members.D. The Center may lose lots of money.31. Which word best describes the authors emotion?A. Disappointed. B. Angry. C. Cautious. D. Ashamed.DOne thing in which I think I take too much pride, at times, is
27、 my academic performance. In the past, I managed to get grades on exams that were unbelievable, even to myself, for the amount of studying I had done. The exam may have just happened to ask the questions to which I knew the answers, even though there were many possible questions that would have stum
28、ped me.Ive always done well in mathematics, but a few times, I had to step back and take a second look at how much pride I had in my ability. Upon receiving the score for my second exam in MATH170, I was rather disturbed. My score was 79%. I had planned to use my math courses to balance the grades I
29、 might get in my English and writing courses, so that score was acceptable. It got worse still. In Statistics and Calculus, I received failing grades on homework assignments. Every time I got these bad grades, I felt the same. I started to think that maybe I really couldnt do these things. After giv
30、ing an honest effort, however, I did better.The thing in which I havent enough pride is my worth as a person with whom people like to associate. I give up opportunities to socialize because I dont think anyone will want to talk to me. Because of this trait of mine, I have very few friends. Perhaps s
31、pending the majority of my time alone isnt bad; it is what Im used to, but I bet that by living a life of partial seclusion, I miss out on interesting and amusing life experiences that could be beneficial.I have illustrated how the extremes of pride can be harmful. In my case, too much pride in acad
32、emic ability can lead to failing grades, and not enough pride in oneself as a social individual can lead to a lonelier life. A moderate amount of pride leads to a clear view of the agendas of life, allowing one to make good decisions regarding these. 32.Why did the author get good grades in the past
33、?A. Because of hard work.B. Because of much pride.C. Because of good luck.D. Because of high intelligence.33.How did the author feel after exam failures?A. A little ashamed. B. Less confident.C. Less determined. D. A little grateful.34.What is the authors attitude to spending mo
34、st of his/her time alone?A. Carefree. B. Tolerant. C. Regretful. D. Positive.35.Which is the best title for the text?A. Avoiding being too proud.B. Changing the poor character.C. Correcting the bad behaviour.D. Balancing the pride degree.第二节 (共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分) 根据短文内容
35、，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。Internet addiction is a common problem that can be just as damaging as any other form of addiction. 36 There are several ways to help reduce your internet trouble. 37 Exercising, reading a book, writing, studying, knitting, and doing cro
36、ssword puzzles are all better alternatives to mindlessly browsing the internet. If you want to cut back on how often you are using the internet but arent sure what to do with the extra time, identify a few activities that you enjoy and pick one to do instead when youre feeling the urge to go online.
37、You can also use relaxation techniques to reduce stress and anxiety，for example,yoga, meditation, progressive muscle relaxation, and deep breathing. 38 Therefore, instead of reaching for your smart phone or laptop when you are feeling stressed, try using one of these techniques to calm y
38、ourself. Besides, you can reach out to friends and family to build more interpersonal connections. 39 If youre eager for social interaction, call up a friend and make plans to do something fun, or arrange a family dinner or game night.Finally, watch for signs of internet addiction
39、 and seek help if you notice them. If you are concerned about becoming addicted to the internet, staying aware of the signs of internet addiction may prevent the situation from getting worse. 40 Besides, immediate action is always the top priority.A. Sometimes you are just lonely.B. You
40、can go for a walk in nature.C. Too worried about it?D. Anyway,every little adds up.E. You may fall back into the habit again.F. They are all great ways to relax. G. You can do some healthy activities instead.第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分45分）第一节（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最
41、佳选项。Isnt it amazing how you never have to water your weeds or nurture(培育) them and they still give you an unwanted crop? I can remember as a young boy my grandfather showed me how to 41 this annoying weed called Bermuda grass. It was 42 work and it would really 43
42、 if you didnt get it out by the 44 . More recently when my wife and I bought our first home about 8 years ago, what I had to deal with was this certain part of weeds 45 to the Bermuda grass, which would also spread wildly.After getting the inside of our home 4
43、6 , it was time to work on the outside. On my hands and knees I 47 attacked the weeds with a small hand spade getting each one 48 by the roots. Just this Spring I realized that one particular weed was 49 but another one was in full force. So again, I got
44、 50 on my hands and knees and got to work 51 them from my yard. When I was 52 , my yard was better off. Sometimes our life can be so similar. We all have weeds in our life. These weeds can be challenges, setbacks, or 53 beliefs, and
45、the list can be 54 . The 55 when dealing with these weeds of 56 is to get to the root of it and remove them one by one out and eventually you will 57 this round. And when another crop of weeds 58 , deal with them directly 59 they spread, because now that you know what to do with them by getting to the root of it, it will give you more courage and 60 the next time a problem arises.
