1、Betty has been a top student in our class these years, but it is strange that she should 17.have failed (fail) this important exam. 18.What puzzles me most is that Betty seems to care little about her failure. 19.Worried (worry) about her, I went to visit her after school. She lives in a house 20.bu
2、ilt (build) in a traditional Chinese style, which stands out in her neighborhood. When 21.asked (ask) about the cause of her failure, Betty said she had done that on purpose because she wanted to draw her parents attention. Much 22.to my relief, Betty has realized that she did something silly and pr
3、omised not to do such things again.根据提示补全句子 1当他醒来的时候,发现身边围了很多人。When he came to life,he found himself surrounded by many people.2非常可惜的是研究所邀请的专家没有出现。 It was a pity that the expert invited by the research institution didnt show up.3由于受伤严重,她被立刻送往医院了。Seriously injured,she was sent to hospital at once.4我第
4、一次读这本书时竟然留下了那么多令人不快的记忆,这似乎有些奇怪。It seems strange that my first reading of the book should have left me so many unpleasant memories.5我的德语不好,但能清楚地表达自己的意思。(make宾语宾补)I am not very good at German,but I can make myself understoodB:能力层面.阅读理解ABuckingham PalaceIt is the official residence of Queen Elizabeth i
5、n London.The architectural core of Buckingham Palace is the former Buckingham House,built in 1703.You can visit the state rooms from August to October when the Queen is on holiday.It is one of the worlds most familiar buildings.It has 775 rooms.During the summer the famous Changing of the Guards tak
6、es place at the front of the palace at 11:30 and is a popular event for visitors to the capital.Big Ben and Westminster PalaceIt is one of Londons bestknown landmarks.Big Ben is the name of the clock inside the Clock Tower.It lies at the northeastern end of the Houses of Parliament.Westminster Palac
7、e is one of the largest parliaments in the world.It was built between 1840 and 1880.The Tower of LondonThe Tower of London is a historical monument in Central London on the north bank of the river Thames.It was founded by William the Conqueror.It was a palace and a prison (for Queen Elizabeth for ex
8、ample)There you can see strange guards called “the Beefeaters”Since the beginning of the 14th century,the Tower of London has been the home of the world famous British Crown Jewelsthey are a must of your visit!Trafalgar SquareIt was named in 1835 to give honour to the memory of the British victory o
9、ver the French at Trafalgar in 1805.There is a huge statue of Admiral Nelson (the British hero killed during the battle) in the middle of the square.It is a popular tourist attraction with the four lion statues.【语篇解读】本文是一篇应用文。介绍了英国伦敦的几处地标性建筑:白金汉宫、大本钟和国会大厦、伦敦塔及特拉法加广场。1Which has the second longest his
10、tory?ATrafalgar Square.BThe Tower of London.CWestminster Palace.DBuckingham House.D细节理解题。根据Buckingham Palace部分的“built in 1703”; Big Ben and Westminster Palace部分的“It was built between 1840 and 1880.”; The Tower of London部分的“It was founded by William the Conqueror.”(“征服者威廉”10661087年在任);Trafalgar Squar
11、e部分的“It was named in 1835”可知,白金汉宫存在的历史悠久仅次于伦敦塔。故D项正确。2What is The Tower of London noted for in the world?AIts strange guards.BIts British Crown Jewels.CIts founder.DIts geographical site.B细节理解题。根据The Tower of London部分的“Since the beginning of the 14th century,the Tower of London has been the home of
12、the world famous British Crown Jewelsthey are a must of your visit!”可知,从十四世纪起伦敦塔就成为举世闻名的英国国王的王冠、王室珍藏珍宝的收藏地。故B项正确。3Why was Trafalgar Square built?ABecause a battle happened here.BBecause it could be good for tourism.CBecause admiral Nelson was born here.DBecause four lion statues had been built.A细节理解
13、题。根据Trafalgar Square部分的“It was named in 1835 to give honour to the memory of the British victory over the French at Trafalgar in 1805.”可知,特拉法加广场是为了纪念英国在1805年的特拉法加大海战中战胜法国而建的。故A项正确。BSomething strange has been happening to me lately: Women in the street have been telling me Im brave.My act of courage
14、isnt muchI just stopped coloring my hair.I had brown hair that started going gray when I was 30.So,like a lot of women,I started dyeing (染) it.It was expensive and timeconsuming.And my hair grows fast,so I needed to go back to the hair salon(美发厅) every 5 weeks.Many people seem to enjoy holding onto
15、their youth for as long as possible,giving others the impression that they dont have much wisdom or many accomplishments.But our hair starts to turn gray and suddenly we start spending $500 or more a year to cover something our male colleagues dont need to cover.Of course,people should do what they
16、want to do with their own bodymy mother is 91 and still has “blonde” hair,and why not? I just wish more of us would feel that it is OK to be ourselves,because going gray has done more for me than saving me time and money.I like my natural hair,just as it is.I like how it has got curly again.It is re
17、covering after years of being damaged by chemicals.I also like that it has given me some needed attitude in a society that makes youth seem so important,while being against maturity.It reminds me that Im not a kid anymore and this isnt a bad thing.Not being a kid anymore means I read the books I wan
18、t,and not the books I feel I should read.It means not wasting my time at events I dont need to attend when Id rather be with my family and friends.When I see my hair in the mirror,its a reminder that my time is limited,and I should spend it doing what matters.Theres nothing shameful about growing ol
19、der.And pretending its not happening is a way of giving up our power.I see my gray hair as a little act of rebellion(反叛) against the idea that people lose value as they age,instead of gaining it.I see gray hair as my “flag” and Im letting it fly proudly.【语篇解读】文章开头作者叙述了自己虽然头发变白但不再染发,从而受到别人的好评的经历,接着表达
20、了自己对变老的看法。作者认为染发浪费金钱和时间,追求自然、重视因年龄增长而带来的智慧才是重要的。4How does the author feel about coloring hair?AIt shows peoples great courage.BIt is a good way to hold onto youth.CIt shows wisdom and accomplishments.DIt costs much money and it takes much time to do that.根据第二段,尤其是该段中的“It was expensive and timeconsum
21、ing”可知,作者认为染发花费很多金钱且费时。5What should we do when we grow old according to the author?AGive up our power.BPretend to be still young.CAccept it and act positively.DRead as many books as possible.C推理判断题。根据第四段,尤其是最后一句“I just wish more of us would feel that it is OK to be ourselves, because going gray has
22、done more for me than saving me time and money”和第六段中的“I should spend it doing what matters”以及第七段的最后一句可推知,根据作者的观点,当我们变老时我们应该接受它并采取积极的行动。6What is the authors main purpose in writing this passage?ATo explain why youth is valued.BTo share her opinion on growing older.CTo stress the importance of differe
23、nt attitudes.DTo analyze the advantages and disadvantages of aging.B写作意图题。本文作者首先叙述自己虽然头发变白但不再染发,从而受到别人的好评的经历,然后表达自己对变老的看法染发浪费金钱和时间,追求自然、重视因年龄增长而带来的智慧才是重要的。由此可推知,作者写本文的目的是分享她对变老的看法。7Which can be the best title for the passage?AHolding onto YouthBDyeing Your HairCGaining Value with AgeDValuing Wisdom
24、of AgeD标题归纳题。根据全文的内容,尤其是最后一段第一句“I see my gray hair as a little act of rebellion(反叛)against the idea that people lose value as they age,instead of gaining it”可知,D项“重视因年龄增长而带来的智慧”最适合作文章标题。.阅读七选五(2021全国统一考试模拟演练)Apps(short for applications) are becoming increasingly popular nowadays,and for good reason.
25、They can help you out in just about every area of your life,whether its keeping fit,communicating with friends,or even learning a language. 1 Heres what you should think about before downloading an app for language learning.Learn from diverse sources(not just apps)Any seasoned language learner will
26、tell you that the beauty of mastering a foreign language is the world which it opens up to you.This is a world of diverse sources(来源) of information,from newspapers and books to TV,radio,music and even real people.Would you limit yourself to one medium in your native language? 2 Establish your purpo
27、se and plan your habitsDo you want to be fluent in weeks or are you in it for the brain training?The good apps are designed to help you fit your studies around your timetable. 3 These apps encourage habit building,because the successful formation of a habit ensures your safe and regular return.Make
28、it social 4 I mean social for real.I owe the speed of progress I made in Italian to the support from Jim,my partner in study time.Find a friend to accompany you.Take an evening class.Borrow a book.Buy a book.Book a week away and attend a language school.Just dont forget your phone!If I may speak sincerely,the combination of
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