1. Looking for a big-leafed houseplant that will make a statement in your room and decorate yourhome? If so, then you’ve come to the right place!
Peace Lily
Extremely easy to look after, this popular, flowering plant is very tolerant and undemanding. It is a beloved houseplant for its large, glossy oval leaves and unusual white spoon-shaped flowers. Typically blooming in the spring, this lovely plant can effectively brighten up a living space.
African Mask Plant
This indoor plant is a smaller plant with large dark green leaves that are shaped like a heart. Native to tropical (热带的) parts of Africa, it prefers high heat and high humidity. That can be somewhat a tricky task for the average plant owner to achieve in their home, who is likely to have trouble duplicating (复制) these steamy conditions.
Snake plant
Commonly referred to as mother-in-law’s tongue, it is one of the easiest houseplants to take care of. With tall, twisting sword-shaped leaves that grow upright, it has air-purifying capabilities and can merrily grow in almost dark corners of the house. But the plant is poisonous to dogs and cats, so it’s wise to keep this plant away from them, if your pets are plant chewers.
Kentia Palm
Caring for the Kentia Palm plant is very straightforward, which can be neglected for weeks at a time. Quite enjoying a bit of shade, it has big leaves that grow from a narrow base and is great for filling a corner without taking up much floor-space. Place it in front of a blank wall, and its archingfronds (大型复叶) will cast beautiful shadows.
1. Which of the following requires an experienced plant owner?
| A．Peace Lily. |
| B．African Mask Plant. |
| C．Snake plant. |
| D．Kentia Palm. |
| A．It poses little danger to dogs and cats. |
| B．It is better for purifying air than others. |
| C．It gets its name from a poisonous snake. |
| D．It grows well in shady areas of the house. |
| A．Distinctive leaves. |
| B．Flowering season. |
| C．Growth temperature. |
| D．Striking size. |
At school, Willard still struggled, but now he knew he could do something special. Maybe he wasn’t a failure after all.
When he quit school at age 15 and decided to pursue his dream of becoming one of the best artists in the world, his mother advised him, “The smaller you carve, the bigger your name will become.” So using a powerful microscope, he began to carve grains of sand, bits of fiber, and even specks(小颗粒)of dust.
Willard works best at night when there are few disturbances. He calms his body and, holding his breath, he carves between heart beats when blood is not pulsing through his fingertips. He often works for months to complete a sculpture. Then he paints it with bits of acrylics(丙烯画). Willard’s favorite paintbrush is one hair from the back of a dead housefly!
His sculptures have made Willard a wealthy man. But he says,“Success isn’t about material things like an expensive watch or a costly ring; it’s about persevering and achieving your dreams.”
1. Why does the author mention Willard’s struggles early on in school?
| A．To express sympathy for Willard’s misfortune. |
| B．To show the teacher’s ignorance about dyslexia. |
| C．To state why Willard developed interest in little things. |
| D．To describe how Willard felt about insignificant things. |
| A．Best artists center on small carvings. |
| B．It calls for patience to become famous. |
| C．Carving small is a strategy for success. |
| D．Achieving big names makes a difference. |
| A．He has become a millionaire. |
| B．He has learnt to usemicroscopes well. |
| C．He has recovered from dyslexia. |
| D．He has gained a sense of achievement. |
| A．Enough time and others’ recognition. |
| B．Material pursuit and great enthusiasm. |
| C．Specific goals and great concentration. |
| D．Powerful instruments and proper instructions. |
Japan has the fastest-aging population of any post-industrial nation on earth. The current total birth rate -- the average number of children that would be born to a woman over her lifetime -- is1.3, well below the “replacement level” of 2.1 kids per woman, which is broadly accepted as the rate needed to ensure a stable population.
A periodic survey by the National Institute of Population and Social Security Research found close to a fifth of men and about 15% of women expressing disinterest in marriage. Almost a third of men and a fifth of women in their fifties in Japan have never been married.
The country’s leadership is convinced that more marriages are the answer, so Japan’s new Children and Families Agency set to launch in April, will offer “marriage support service” in each of Japan’s 47 counties.
But many experts say the only way Japan can really save itself is by getting rid of the “male breadwinner, female carer” norms (准则) that continue to support policymaking and corporate management. “Post-industrial countries(like Sweden) that made it possible to balance work and family have not suffered large declines in birth rates,” Harvard sociologist Mary Brinton noted in arecent presentation.
Professor Masahiro Yamada, a sociologist at Chuo University, is doubtful whether Japan will escape its existential crisis. “It’s not a problem of matchmaking. It’s an issue of more men with unstable incomes,” he said. “Even among regular workers, relative incomes are falling.”
Lower incomes are far more of a discouragement to marriage in East Asia than in the U.S. or Europe, Yamada says, as Asian men put more emphasis on unilaterally(单方面)earning enough to support children. A truly effective policy, he argues, would double or triple investment in families instead of seniors. “Japan is going to sink, right along with its birth rate,” he warned. “And South Korea and China will be right behind us.”
1. What’s the function of AI-driven matchmaking service?
| A．To offer a platform for seeking life partners. |
| B．To update the country’s basic dating service. |
| C．To sponsor residents to attend singles parties. |
| D．To teach young Japanese how to go on dates. |
| A．Birth rate in Japan is higher than aging rate. |
| B．Japan’s population structure is out of balance. |
| C．Most of the Japanese dislike children or seniors. |
| D．Women are less likely to marry than men in Japan. |
| A．It leads to an increase of income. |
| B．It touches the surface of the issue. |
| C．It saves Japan from the present crisis. |
| D．It departs from Japan’s existing norm. |
| A．Can Japan increase its birth rate? |
| B．Will the service catch on in Japan? |
| C．Will Japanese men’s incomes rise? |
| D．Can Japanese balance work and family? |
Wetlands serve as protectors: they form protective barriers against tsunamis and absorb the excess rainfall. During the dry season in dry climates, wetlands release the stored water which helps delay the attack of drought and reduce water shortages. They also store vast quantities of carbon, helping ease climate change. Home to some of the most diverse and rich ecosystems, wetlands support one billion people.40 percent of all plant and animal species live or breed in wetlands.
World Wetlands Day is observed each year on 2 February to increase people’s understanding ofthe importance of wetlands and raise awareness of the urgent need to protect the threatened natural treasure.
“We are proud to join in this celebration and recognize the unique and valuable ecosystemservices provided by wetlands. We are committed to doing our part to conserve and protect wetlands,and we are calling on all of you to join us in this vital cause,” said UNCCD (The United NationsConvention to Combat Desertification) Executive Secretary Ibrahim Thiaw.
To date, nearly 90 percent of the world’s wetlands have been degraded or lost,with 35 percentin the last 5O years alone. That is why on this World Wetlands Day,UNCCD is joining the RamsarConvention on Wetlands and other partners to highlight the examples of countries and communities making strides in wetland restoration.
As stressed by the UNCCD Executive Secretary Ibrahim Thiaw, successful wetland restoration requires a joint effort from governments, civil society and the private sector. Investments in science for technology innovation, infrastructure for effective management and financial mechanisms for project implementation(实施)can turn the tide toward a better futurefor wetlands.
1. Why are wetlands essential to us?
| A．They help fight against viruses. |
| B．They offer clean drinking water. |
| C．They maintain ecological balance. |
| D．They prevent the natural disasters. |
| A．By giving examples. |
| B．By listing figures. |
| C．By making comparisons. |
| D．By analyzing causes. |
| A．Follow the trend. | B．Break the ice. |
| C．Run the risk. | D．Change the game. |
| A．Wetland ecosystem. |
| B．Wetland restoration. |
| C．Wetland exploration. |
| D．Wetland biodiversity. |
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I regret not focusing more on where I wanted to go in life, what I wanted to do, who I wanted tobe and what it would take to get there.With some more designing in my twenties, I’d be further ahead in my 40s and perhaps a bit happier as well.
Seizing more experiences
I wish I had lived somewhere else before settling down. 3 .Others have said they regret not pursuing their hobbies or learning to sky dive or mountain climb. I prefer to stay on the ground, but I do regret not learning more, not trying new things that are hard to fit into the life of a fortysomething working wife and mother.
Living a more active lifestyle
The bodies of youth are wasted on the young···I wish I had run a marathon before my knees ached,that I had biked more,hiked more, and took spinning classes when my legs were stronger. 4 ．We don't often realize that we have squandered(浪费)our physical abilities until things start aching.
Making more friends
I regret not reaching out more, putting more effort into creating a lot of support that would carry me through more difficult times. We socialize sure, but many of us don’t put enough importance on building deep and lasting friendships. Some do,but many don’t. 5 !
Life is good; don’t misunderstand. How I wish I had planned more, lived more, and stretched myself more when I had the freedom and energy to do so.
| A．Better planning |
| B．Travelling more |
| C．How they wish for a second chance |
| D．If only they had got through difficulties |
| E．I regret not learning to paint or speak Italian |
| F．I regret not joining a softball team or volleyball league |
| G．And for some reason our twenties are ripe for a field of regrets |
This led me to search for work opportunities in my neighborhood, and I was ________to Mrs. Hudson, the oldest person in the community. At over eighty years old, Mrs. Hudson could no longer ________ her garden, and I offered to help her out.
My first job was to ________ weeds in her front yard and backyard. After this________task, I mowed(修剪)her lawn．With the ＄10 earned from my first day of work， I bought that________．Listening to music, I felt a cool ________running through my heart, which made me realize all the efforts I had made were worthwhile.
However, my desire for material possessions did not end there. I later set my ________ on a Gameboy, which was very fashionable at the time. I started to work for multiple clients, in order toearn enough money to purchase this ________ possession.
After many days of working, I ________ enough money. But just after one day of playing on it, I realized that it was not as fun as I had thought. I ________ in the hot sun for hours doing yard work to buy something I did not ________．So the next day，I returned it for a full refund(退款)．
Ever since that day, I have come to________ the value of money, realizing that the sweat and dedication that________earning it are truly invaluable assets that cannot be taken away from us.
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| A．slightly | B．barely | C．roughly | D．nearly |
| A．out of nowhere | B．out of condition | C．out of question | D．out of work |
| A．assigned | B．directed | C．ordered | D．referred |
| A．decorate | B．guard | C．tend | D．water |
| A．pull out | B．rule out | C．sort out | D．take out |
| A．awesome | B．creative | C．tiresome | D．urgent |
| A．band | B．collection | C．edition | D．patent |
| A．breeze | B．current | C．spring | D．wind |
| A．ambition | B．curiosity | C．sights | D．tastes |
| A．personal | B．prized | C．previous | D．practical |
| A．charged | B．gathered | C．invested | D．withdrew |
| A．dug | B．struggled | C．sweated | D．wandered |
| A．lack | B．lose | C．want | D．deserve |
| A．accept | B．appreciate | C．evaluate | D．enjoy |
| A．come into | B．fall into | C．go into | D．put into |
Dressed in long robes， a crowd of young people wanders around pavilions(凉亭)and royalgardens．Their flowing sleeves and heavily embroidered(绣花的)skirts 1 (gentle)sway(摇曳)in the breeze.They are not actors nor actresses in a movie set， 2 Hanfu enthusiasts in a themed event.
Benefiting from the growing 3 (popular) of social media and a craze for traditionalculture,Hanfu, 4 traditional style of clothing worn by the Han people, was brought back tothe forefront by a new wave of Chinese youth.
A community called “Hua Yan Hui” was founded by Liu Xiang in 2011 following a movement 5 emerged from the desire 6 (express) national identity and growing cultural confidence.Yang Kunning, born in the 1990s, opened an account on the video-sharing platform Bilibili andposted videos 7 (feature) herself wearing Hanfu.Thousands of comments and likes pour in onher channel as viewers find her videos 8 (attract) and creative-mixing traditional culture 9 modern dance movements.
The Hanfu market in China 10 (estimate) to reach 12.54 billion yuan in 2022 and willlikely rise to 19.11 billion yuan in 2025, according to research firm iMedia Research.
8. After drinking a cup of tea, she found herself completely________(精神振作的).（根据汉语提示单词拼写）
9. UNESCO put together an international team of ________(建筑师)，engineers and heavyequipment operators to save the temples. （根据汉语提示单词拼写）
10. Always regarded as a man of________(诚实正直)and honesty, the politician has won respectfrom the people nationwide. （根据汉语提示单词拼写）
11. Though discouraged，I managed to force a weak smile,________(假装)to appreciate the results.（根据汉语提示单词拼写）
12. A business person________(谈判)with a large enterprise about a deal should use formallanguage in a straightforward manner. （根据汉语提示单词拼写）
13. He voted for the change and expected his colleagues to do l________（根据首字母单词拼写）
14. Production at the factory was i________for two hours because of power failure. （根据首字母单词拼写）
15. To apply for UNESCO World Heritage status, the three countries jointly s________ a proposal containing detailed research. （根据首字母单词拼写）
16. The thief burst into tears, begging the owner for f________ and swearing to pay back everything he had stolen. （根据首字母单词拼写）
17. Declaring that he was o________ to cloning humans, he ordered funds not be used for suchan experiment. （根据首字母单词拼写）
18. 假如你是高二学生李华，你校学生会近期要为即将参加高考的高三学子举行加油仪式(a pep rally)，现征集活动创意。请你给学生会写一封信表达对于活动的建议，内容包括：
1．写信目的；
2．活动建议；
3．期待和祝福。
注意：1．写作词数应为80左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
To whom it may concern,
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Yours,
Li Hua
19. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
My lucky bamboo
My wife Hannah, and I don’t usually keep houseplants. Anything in pots gets either overwatered or underwatered. But after my diagnosis (诊断) with a brain cancer, I loved the idea of havingsomething new and green around.
My friend Mitch gave me what he said was a lucky bamboo plant in a deep-green container. We placed the plant in the living room window across from the sofa where I spent much of the day.
I told Hannah I wanted to care for the plant myself. When it didn’t immediately turn yellow or brown or lose all its leaves, I was pleasantly surprised.
Tending to the plant gave me a sense of accomplishment at a time when I sometimes felt useless. The cancer limited my ability to walk, and the treatment left me worn out, making it hard for me to accomplish everyday tasks. As a family physician, I was used to being the one who provided care, not the one who received it.
Since my diagnosis, it seemed that I had to rely on help from other people. The enormous change left me feeling unsettled. Watering the plant, as small an act as it was, connected me to a core part of my old identity and taught me I could still be a caregiver.
Over the next few months, I recovered from surgery and completed treatment afterwards. Even after I returned to work, I continued to care for the plant. Soon, it had nearly doubled in height and its leaves were shiny. Both the tree and I were thriving(茁壮成长).
Then, surprisingly, it began to show signs of stress. I increased my watering. I fed it commercial plant food. No matter what I did, the leaves kept browning and dropping to the floor.
I grew more and more discouraged and uneasy. “I can’t even care for a simple plant!” I yelled. “I’m failing!”Hannah reminded me that we’d seen houseplants die before. She asked me why I was getting so worked up about this particular one.
注意：1．续写词数应为150左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
“If my lucky bamboo dies,” I said, “I might die too!”
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As my anxiety decreased, I began to dig into online courses to help me figure out how to care for my ailing (状况不佳的) plant.
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