—Mummy, how do you like it if I buy a dictionary for my brother’s birthday?

—　　　　I believe he will like it.

A.It couldn’t be better.              B.Forget it.

C.Take it easy.              D.Don’t trouble yourself.

The festival, whose founder is　　　　world-famous violinist, aims to provide ________live classical music in international schools.

A.the; 不填              B.a; 不填              C.a; a              D.the; the

The project received 800,000 visitors in 2015 who came　　　　its art education activities as well as the exhibitions.

A.from              B.for              C.with              D.against

Of course students can make their own choice, but their choice　　　　be based on full awareness of the results of that choice.

A.should              B.may              C.would              D.could

Anyone traveling overseas with a bad attitude would ruin their own country’s image, and every Chinese tourist should　　　　China in a good way.

A.respect              B.represent              C.describe              D.support

It is said　　　　the picture shows a Chinese girl standing by the river under a tree, seemingly listening to a bird singing.

A.which              B.as              C.what              D.that

I think learning at school is better than learning alone at home because teachers could ________my learning schedule and guide me.

A.put up with              B.keep up with              C.come up with              D.get on with

—Mary, do you have any problems if you　　　　to our college?

—Well, I’m thinking about the school fees.

A.will be admitted              B.have admitted              C.are admitted              D.will admit

As Premier Li put it, we are sure to overcome the current financial difficulty ________governments at all levels make a joint effort.

A.even if              B.so that              C.as long as              D.in case

The outstanding player doesn’t know whether he can recover to top form or not.　　　　, he doesn’t ever expect to.

A.Above all              B.On the contrary              C.To be honest              D.In a word

In fact, this may produce a second wave of economic growth after the first wave________by the country’s access to the World Trade Organization.

A.put forward              B.set off              C.left out              D.brought about

I set two goals for my study this year. While the second one is even more urgent than the first,　　　　of them is easy for me.

A.none              B.one              C.either              D.neither

In the summer of 2015, I got a chance to visit the foreign city. I found that,　　　　, its landscape looked so familiar, just like Chongqing.

A.surprisingly              B.differently              C.naturally              D.amusingly

The supermarket brings the prices of goods down, which will help customers buy goods at　　　　prices.

A.favorable              B.stable              C.comparable              D.special

The festival has become an important tourism　　　　for the city and attracts thousands of tourists every year.

A.base              B.arrangement              C.attraction              D.event

I wish to take this opportunity to　　　　my best wishes and festival greetings to you and your family members.

A.submit              B.display              C.convey              D.provide

In physics classes, we want students to see science is fun,　　　　just about formulas and experiments.

A.rather than              B.more than              C.other than              D.less than

The project was launched　　　　the development of the education system by founding world-class universities.

A.promoting              B.promoted              C.to promote              D.being promoted

Watkins believes having pandas in Detroit would create an atmosphere________America can learn more about China.

A.where              B.when              C.which              D.what

—It’s impossible for them to live in the countryside for a week!

—　　　　Their parents have lived there for many years and they’re living a happy life.

A.Why do you think so?              B.I can’t agree more.

C.What should I do?              D.I am afraid so.

Taylor Alison Swift, born December 13, 1989, is an American country music singer-songwriter. She is a beloved country star and superstar! Taylor Swift is typically the one to　21　fans attending her concerts, bringing on stage various singers, actors and athletes as special guests.

"Taylor Swift would be a great motivational speaker,"our 12-year-old daughter　22　, having just attended a concert last weekend. I didn’t go to the concert　23　I asked her and her sister about what Taylor Swift　24　during her three-hour performance.

The singer-songwriter talked about a number of　25　: Being yourself and taking　26　in that; being open to opportunities; being able to find comfort in those who　27　you rather than getting into　28　in the noise of those who turn against you; being able to get up and move forward after rejection;　29　the opinions of others, especially　30　we don’t agree with them.

I find these to be　31　important thoughts to share with young people (and perhaps not so young). Taylor Swift is a superstar yet　32　her fame and fortune, she seems to be a rather down-to-earth human being. In this day of millions of messages　33　our ears, and being absorbed into our minds,　34　the young developing minds of children and adolescents, it is a blessing to know that there are positively influential and　35　voices out there like Taylor Swift’s.

Since the concert on Saturday, I have been thinking about Grandpa Peale and the influence his messages of　36　attitude, respect for others, and care of oneself have had　37　the world, messages that remain relevant today. I know he would have enjoyed speaking with Taylor Swift and learning from her. He would have　38　her talents, her energy and her wisdom in using her　39　as one of the best-known people in the entertainment world to positively　40　lives through her spoken and sung messages.

21．A.surprise              B.motivate              C.push              D.attract

22．A.defended              B.commented              C.explained              D.introduced

23．A.but              B.and              C.or              D.so

24．A.provided              B.recommended              C.shared              D.delivered

25．A.topics              B.performances              C.experiences              D.songs

26．A.interest              B.pride              C.part              D.pleasure

27．A.judge              B.recognize              C.support              D.understand

28．A.shape              B.debt              C.company              D.trouble

29．A.expressing              B.holding              C.respecting              D.knowing

30．A.if              B.when              C.because              D.though

31．A.extremely              B.equally              C.basically              D.occasionally

32．A.in comparison to  B.in reference to              C.in spite of              D.in view of

33．A.beating              B.hitting              C.changing              D.impressing

34．A.particularly              B.gradually              C. ly              D.eventually

35．A.powerful              B.hopeful              C.personal              D.inspirational

36．A.unique              B.critical              C.positive              D.objective

37．A.around              B.throughout              C.in              D.on

38．A.confirmed              B.developed              C.acknowledged              D.appreciated

39．A.platform              B.album              C.opportunity              D.appointment

40．A.improve              B.impact              C.satisfy              D.entertain

Children who are raised in households with dogs during their first year of life may have a lower risk of asthma(哮喘)a few years later, a new study suggests.

In the study, the researchers looked at early exposure to dogs and farm animals and the rate of asthma among about 276,000 school-age children in Sweden. Among the school-age kids in the study, those who had been exposed to dogs during their first year of life were 13 percent less likely to have asthma at age 6.

The researchers said they don’t know for sure what exactly may explain the relationship between early exposure to animals and a reduced risk of asthma."It might be due to a single factor, or more likely, a combination of several factors related to a dog ownership lifestyle or dog owners’ attitudes, such as kids’ exposure to household dirt and pet dust, time spent outdoors or being physically active,"Fall told LiveScience."As a parent in a dog-and-baby household, it is nearly impossible to keep everything clean, and maybe this is a good thing for your baby’s future health."

Currently, one of the main hypotheses(假设)that aim to explain the link between a lower risk of asthma and early exposure to pets is that"kids in animal environments breathe air that contains more bacteria and bacterial fragments, which actually could lower their risk of asthma,"she said. Previous research on having pets and the risk of asthma in kids has mixed results. For example, the results of a 2001 review of previous studies suggested that exposure to pets was linked to an increased risk of asthma in children. But a 2012 review suggested that exposure to pets, especially dogs, was tied to a decreased risk of asthma and allergies(过敏) in childhood.

"My take-home message from this study is that parents at this point do not need to worry about keeping their dog when expecting a baby for fear of asthmatic disease,"Fall said."I do want to be clear that this recommendation is valid only for families without a child already having allergies. If they already have a furred-animal-allergic child, we do not recommend them to get a furred pet."

According to this hypothesis, being exposed to bacteria early in life is crucial for shaping a healthy immune system, and may play a role in modifying a person’s risk of developing asthma and allergies."As to allergies and asthma, it is partially genetic, but studies like this do show us that your environment does play a key role in the development of your immune system, and the development of allergies and asthma,"Parikh told LiveScience.

41．According to the passage, the school-age kids exposed to pets　　　　.

A.will be more caring              B.will grow up more happily

C.are less likely to have asthma              D.are probably behave better in school

42．Which of the following will Fall probably agree with?

A.The link between keeping pets and asthma among kids isn’t clear.

B.Parents should take their pet for physical examination regularly.

C.Asthma is still a common and serious disease for most children.

D.Dirt and pet dust in the family are bad for children’s health.

43．Which of the following children shouldn’t have a pet?

A.Children who have asthma.

B.Children who have allergies.

C.Children who are lack of patience.

D.Children who dislike outdoor activities.

44．What can be inferred from the last paragraph?

A.Most bacteria are good for immune system.

B.Both allergies and asthma are totally genetic.

C.It’s easy for people to develop asthma and allergies.

D.Environment can change your immune system greatly.

45．What’s the purpose of the passage?

A.To tell readers the finding of a study on children.

B.To persuade parents to buy a pet for their children.

C.To clarify some misconceptions about keeping a pet.

D.To explain why keeping a pet is beneficial to children.

The English writer Samuel Johnson famously said,"You find no man who is willing to leave London. No, sir, when a man is tired of London, he is tired of life, for there is in London all that life can afford."More than two centuries have passed since Johnson’s age, but his words still ring true. Here, you’ll find the historic Tower of London and the Tate Modern both considered must-sees. Shakespeare’s sonnets are still being uttered by actors. Londoners most certainly still look up to the royals, but they also rock out to Coldplay and Lily Allen. And while they still sip tea, they now drink Starbucks, too.

How to Save Money in London

Find the free attractions. Many of London’s top things to do, including the National Gallery, Hyde Park and the Portobello Road Market, are ly free to enjoy.

Ride the Tube. Taking taxis will add up quickly, so buy a pay-as-you-go Oyster Card and travel on London’s underground system, nicknamed the"Tube".

Dine smart. Corridors like Brick Lane offer fantastic cultural food for bargain prices; fish and chip shops are a cheap standby and takeaway food costs less than dine-in.

London Culture&Customs

London is one of the fashion capitals of the world, and its residents tend to reflect that. Practically, pack an umbrella for the rainy days and a scarf or some layers for the chilly ones. As for tipping, restaurants and cafes will usually add a 10- to 15-percent service charge to the bill. If a service charge is not allotted, it’s customary to tip the same (between 10 and 15 percent). If you’re drinking at a pub or wine bar, tipping is flexible. And in a taxicab, tip the driver to the nearest pound or about 10 percent of the cost.

London Dining

London used to be highly criticized for its heavy and common menu items. Now, London is considered as one of the most gourmet (菜肴精美的) cities in the world. And with its melting pot of cultures, it’s not difficult to see why. London offers everything from modern British to Malaysian. For Indian food, we suggest visiting the curry (咖喱) houses on Brick Lane. If you want a real high tea experience, book reservations at the Ritz, at Fortnum&Mason, or at the Dorchester — but be sure to dress the part. Pub culture is still alive and well, so if you have a hankering for fried fish and salty chips (or French fries), you’ll still find them here. And for a quick bite, exchange a few pounds for a kebab, a quick sandwich or some to-go sushi, which can be found in eateries throughout the city.

46．What can we learn from the first paragraph?

A.Life in London is exciting but tiring.

B.Londoners are traditional and fashion conscious.

C.Many well-known writers like to live in London.

D.Coffee is more popular with Londoners than tea.

47．The underlined word"hankering"in the last paragraph can be replaced by"________".

A.preparation              B.respect              C.desire              D.talent

48．What does the passage mainly talk about?

A.Some tips on traveling in London.

B.Famous tourist attractions in London.

C.The great influence tourism has on London.

D.Reasons why London is attractive to tourists.

49．In which column of a newspaper can we find the passage?

A.Travel.              B.Culture.              C.Education.              D.Entertainment.

Environmental activists in South Korea are condemning a government plan to hunt endangered whales for scientific research. They believe the plan is part of an effort to restart commercial whaling activities. Such activities are banned in many countries. South Korea announced the proposal in July at a meeting of the International Whaling Commission in Panama. The head of the South Korean delegation (代表团) said the plan was needed to answer questions about minke whale populations. He said the hunt would take place near the South Korean coast. But he did not say how many of the animals would be caught.

The International Whaling Commission has yet to make a decision on the South Korean plan. The organization banned commercial whaling in 1986 because of concerns about the survival of whale species. But now, some South Korean fishermen say they are facing a threat from minke whales. They say these animals are eating what would have been their catch.

The plan was immediately condemned by anti-whaling nations. Wildlife activists also criticized the proposal. Han Jeong-hee works in Seoul for the environmental group Greenpeace."It’s really regretful to hear that the South Korean government is, like, considering conducting scientific whaling. Scientific whaling is just, like, thinly disguised commercial whaling. And, you know, we are of course against all commercial whaling. Japan’s the only country that is doing scientific whaling at the moment and South Korea is just trying to follow that."

Apart from the plan in South Korea, an aquarium (水族馆) in the American state of Georgia also wants to import eighteen beluga whales from Russia. The United States currently has 31 beluga whales. They are living in six aquariums and marine parks. Four of them are at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta.

The Georgia Aquarium has asked the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for permission to import the beluga whales. If it was approved, aquarium officials would send some of the animals to the other facilities. The Georgia Aquarium says it hopes to use the beluga whales in research, education and breeding programs. They currently are being held at a Russian research center. Yet many people oppose the plan. They say it is wrong to catch any wild animal.

NOAA officials are studying how the beluga whales might be affected by being brought to the United States. They also want to know whether the Georgia Aquarium and its partners can properly care for the whales and how they might be used in educational activities. The federal Marine Mammal Protection Act sets rules which NOAA must consider when deciding whether these animals may be imported. NOAA officials told VOA they plan to make a decision on the request by early next year.

50．What’s Han Jeong-hee’s attitude toward South Korea’s proposal of doing scientific whaling?

A.Approving.              B.Negative.              C.Doubtful.              D.Neutral.

51．In which country is whale hunting permitted at the moment?

A.The United States.              B.South Korea.

C.Japan.              D.Russia.

52．The Georgia Aquarium wants to import beluga whales in that　　　　.

A.beluga whales aren’t properly cared for in Russia

B.there aren’t enough whales in the state of Georgia

C.beluga whales can provide many economic benefits

D.it wants to achieve research and educational purposes

53．We can know from the last paragraph that　　　　.

A.commercial whaling is legal in the USA

B.whaling for limited scientific research is permitted

C.Georgia isn’t a suitable place for beluga whales to live in

D.the Georgia Aquarium’s request hasn’t been approved so far

54．What’s the best title for the passage?

A.Should whales be hunted or watched?

B.Should commercial whaling be banned?

C.Are whales safer in research institutions?

D.Are whales to blame for fishermen’s loss?

My divorce was now final and I needed to find a new home for me and my six-year-old son, Dash. A few days earlier I’d seen an ad. I was willing to try anything, so I contacted the owner, a woman named Camille. When she e-mailed me back I discovered she wasn’t renting a house at all. She was renting the attic (阁楼) apartment. I left her a message calling off our meeting.

I thought that would be the end of it. Instead Camille called me back and insisted I come over."I like the sound of your voice,"she said."Why don’t you just come by?"

So here I was. I pulled the car to a stop and looked up at the tiny cottage. The house was small as it was. I couldn’t imagine Dash and I living in only part of it. The attic window looked too tiny to let much light in. We couldn’t live in a dark, depressing place. I had to do better, for my son’s sake, especially now.

I pushed open the car door and got out. I had to tell Camille it was a mistake for me to come. No sense wasting her time or mine. I knocked. The woman who opened the door was small and bright-eyed. She was much older than I’d guessed from listening to her on the phone, but I could see she had the energy of someone half her age. Her French accent was even more charming in person. She looked so sympathetic that I found myself wanting to keep talking to her."We have to leave our home,"I explained."My marriage ended. I only have a few days to find something else, but I want it to be right."

I covered my face with my hands and felt myself drawn into a loving hug.

"Looking for a house is hard,"Camille said."Especially when you have a little one to consider. Have faith. You’ll find the perfect home."

"It seems impossible,"I admitted. I explained to Camille that I was in graduate school. That was the reason I’d come to Pittsburgh. I was working hard on my study, and spending every free moment with my son. I hadn’t had time to make many friends. I could make do with almost anything. But Dash needs a good home, a place he really feels safe.

Camille nodded."You’re a good mother. You never know the miracles that await you around the corner."Camille walked me to the door and wished me well. I got back in the car and snapped out of it. I drove off slowly, hoping to make the feeling last. I turned down a side street I didn’t recognize. It was sunny and peaceful, with trees lining the sidewalk. I glanced out the side window. Just up ahead was a cottage with a sign out in front: for rent.

I pulled over. I found the owners had just bought the house themselves and were decorating it, hoping to find the perfect renters. They took me on a tour of the house that was like a copy of my list: a big bedroom for Dash and a backyard with trees, a great school was so close Dash could easily walk there with a boy of his age who lived two doors down.

The rent was lower than I would have imagined — but by that time I had stopped questioning my miracles. The house was meant for us. And I never would have found it if I hadn’t gone to see Camille first.

Dash and I rented the house for two years. I couldn’t imagine us living anyplace more perfect. Camille was right. Miracles await us, just around the corner.

55．How did the author feel after she received Camille’s e-mail?

A.Disappointed.              B.Excited.              C.Anxious.              D.Content.

56．Why did the author decide to see Camille’s house at last?

A.Because the rent of it was really low.

B.Because her son begged her to do that.

C.Because Camille insisted that she should come.

D.Because she couldn’t find a better one at that moment.

57．Which words can be used to describe Camille?

A.Honest and patient.              B.Friendly and positive.

C.Modest and determined.              D.Devoted and considerate.

58．What does the underlined part"snapped out of it"probably mean?

A.Say something in an impatient voice.              B.Stop feeling unhappy or depressed.

C.Make a sharp noise suddenly.              D.Lose control of one’s feelings.

59．Which of the following meets the author’s requirements for a rented house?

a. A school nearby. b. A beautiful yard.

c. A big bedroom for Dash. d. A clean and airy car garage.

A.b, c, d              B.a, c, d              C.a, b, d              D.a, b, c

60．What message does the passage mainly convey?

A.Never lose hope.              B.No pains, no gains.

C.Every little bit helps.              D.Well begun is half done.