假定你是李华，与留学生朋友Bob约好一起去书店，因故不能赴约。请给他写封邮件，内容包括：1.表示歉意；2.说明原因；3.另约时间。

注意：1.词数100左右；2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

随着科技的进步，多媒体已走进很多学校的课堂。课间休息时，有些学校利用它来播放音乐。你班就“课间是否要播放音乐”展开讨论。请你根据下表所提供的信息用英语写一篇短文，陈述讨论结果及你个人的看法、建议 。（字数 100 词左右，不计开头 ）

 Our class held a discussion about whether music should be played during the break or not.                                                                                   

  It was a winter morning, just a couple of weeks before Christmas 2005. While most people were warming up their cars, Trevor, my husband, had to get up early to ride his bike four kilometers away from home to work. On arrival, he parked his bike outside the back door as he usually did. After putting in 10 hours of labor, he returned to find his bike gone.

  The bike, a black Kona 18 speed, was our only transport. Trevor used it to get to work, putting in 60-hour weeks to support his young family. And the bike was also used to get groceries（食品杂货），saving us from having to walk long distances from where we live.

  I was so sad that someone would steal our bike that I wrote to the newspaper and told them our story. Shortly after that, several people in our area offered to help. One wonderful stranger even bought a bike, then called my husband to pick it up. Once again my husband had a way to get to and from his job. It really is an honor that a complete stranger would go out of their way for someone they have never met before.

  People say that a smile can be passed from one person to another, but acts of kindness from strangers are even more so. This experience has had a spreading effect in our lives because it strengthened our faith in humanity（人性）as a whole. And it has influenced（影响）us to be more mindful of ways we, too, can share with others. No matter how big or how small, an act of kindness shows that someone cares. And the results can be everlasting.

24. Why was the bike so important to the couple?

A. The man’s job was bike racing.          

B. It was their only possession.

C. It was a nice Kona 18 speed.            

D. They used it for work and daily life.

25. We can infer from the text that ____________.

A. the couple worked 60 hours a week.      

B. people were busy before Christmas

C. the stranger brought over the bike        

D. life was hard for the young family.

26. What do the couple learn from their experience?

A. Strangers are usually of little help.       

B. One should take care of their bike.

C. News reports make people famous.      

D. An act of kindness can mean a lot.

27. Which one do you think is NOT TRUE according to the text?

  A. The couple will never steal bikes in revenge.

  B. The couple will try their best to help others in trouble.

  C. Trevor bought a new Kona immediately after someone stole his old one.

  D. The couple got some help from several people in their area.

 —Mr. Smith didn’t come last night, did he?

   —No. We ______ for him. A whole night was wasted.

A. couldn’t have waited                           B. didn’t need to wait  

C. shouldn’t have waited                          D. needn’t have waited

I am determined to have a try                                  it means risking losing everything.

A. now that                    B. as though                   C. as long as                   D. even though

The position of the department chief is                              just now.

A. vacant                       B. empty                        C. blank                         D. hollow

The National Gallery, London

Of all the world’s great art museums, it is the only place where you can appreciate European paintings between 1200 and 1900. Founded in 1824, it houses one of the greatest collections of European paintings in the world. Inside its halls are more than 2,500 European paintings by some of Western civilization’s greatest masters. Today, it is one of the top five tourist attractions in the United Kingdom. Entrance to see them is free.

The Tate Museum, London

It is the UK’s national gallery of contemporary art. The Tate collection consists of some of the finest collections of British art dating back from 1500 to today’s modern time. Tate is a family of four art galleries, which consists of Tate Britain, Tate Modern, Tate Liverpool and Tate St Ives, part of the group now known simply as Tate. What makes Tate Modern such a special place is that apart from the permanent exhibits, from time to time, contemporary exhibitions are hosted in it.

The British Museum, London

Founded in 1753, it is a museum of human history and culture worldwide. Its collection includes more than seven million objects from across the world. They represent the people and places of the past two million years. Its collection is among the largest in the world and comes from all continents, telling the story of human culture from its beginning to the present. The Museum charges no admission fee.

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City

Founded in 1870, it is one of the largest and most comprehensive (综合性的) art museums in the world. It has a permanent collection containing nearly three million objects from every known artistic forms, and from nearly every culture and age. In addition to its permanent exhibitions, the Met organizes and hosts large traveling shows throughout the year.

29. Which of the four museums has the largest collection in the world?

      A. The Tate Museum.                                                  B. The National Gallery.

      C. The British Museum.              D. Metropolitan Museum of Art.

30. In what way is the National Gallery different from the other three museums?

     A. It regularly hosts artistic exhibitions.  

B. It often organizes traveling shows.

     C. It only collects European paintings.  

    D. It includes several art galleries.

31.We can learn from the text that the British museum_______.                  

  A. shows the whole process of human civilization

     B. is the oldest, largest museum in the world

     C. attracts a lot of visitors every year

     D. shows the development of British art

32. You can probably read the text in       .

     A. a news report     B. a book review       C. a travel guide       D. a notice

51. Is three o’clock c_______ (方便的) for you ?.

52. Ted is one of the most modest p_______ (教授) in the college.

53. No one questioned his c_______ (能力) as a doctor.

54. In Britain, education is c_______ (义务的) between the ages of 5 and 16.

55. He r_______ (退休) when he was 65.

56. Our top priorities must be profit and c_______ (商业的) growth.

57. She overcame her i_______ (最初的) shyness and really enjoyed the evening.

58. M_______ (仁慈的) God, save us.

59. I could not r_______ (抵抗) sneaking a look at her diary.

60. I’ m sorry to b_______ (打扰) you.

61. His name was d_______ (删除) from the list.

62. Could you explain the s_______ (意义) of this part of the contract?

63. She knew that society would c_______ (谴责) her for leaving her children.

64. He never explains anything p_______ (恰当地).

65. Leaving ground floor windows open will encourage t_______ (小偷).

66. Scientists have made a major b_______ (突破) in the treatment of cancer.

67. Tom felt sick and d_______ (眩晕的) in the hot sun.

68. Markets are d_______ (动态的) and a company must learn to adapt.

69. Your return ticket is v_______ (有效的) for three months.

70. Finally, the two teams reached a c_______ (妥协).

 If you are invited to any special occasion such as a wedding or a celebration, you will have to be ________ dressed.

A. attractively                 B. controversially          C. conventionally           D. appropriately

A very tired traveler came to the bank of a river. There was no   41   . It was winter, and the surface of the river was covered with   42   . It was getting dark, and he   43   to reach the other side while there was enough   44   . On the other hand, he worried a lot, not sure whether the ice would   45   his weight.   

Eventually, he got down on his knees and began very   46   to crawl（爬）across the surface of the ice   47   hesitating（犹豫）for a long time. He hoped that by distributing（分散）the  48  of his body, the ice would be unlikely to    49   under the load. After he made his   50   and painful journey about halfway across the river, he suddenly heard the sound of   51    behind him. Out of the dusk, there came a 4-horse load of coal driven by a man singing happily   52   he went his happy way. Here was the traveler, fearfully crawling his way on his hands and knees. And there, as if whisked (挥动) along by the winter’s wind, went the   53  , his horses, his sled , and the heavy load of coal over the   54    river!

The story shows how many of us   55   life. Some people crawl through life for fear of thin ice. Their   56   is not strong enough to   57   them up. Still there are those who sing as they go. Their faith is   58  .

When we face the river of   59  , we don’t have to fear, nor do we crawl through life. With determination(决心), courage and optimism(乐观), we can happily make our way to the other   60   successfully.

41. A. station               B. road                        C. water                  D. bridge      

42. A. ice                        B. smoke                            C.   snow                    D. air

43. A. agreed                     B. helped                     C. wanted                   D. managed

44. A. power               B. light                     C. time                     D. strength

45. A. support           B. control                C. lose                             D. admit

46. A. quickly                     B. happily                C. freely                   D. cautiously

47. A. in                     B. by                       C. after                        D. at

48. A. weight               B. shape                  C. height                    D. direction  

49. A. shake                B. break                  C. fall                          D. move

50. A. brave                B. strange                C. slow                       D. joyful

51. A. singing           B. water                   C. wind                             D. laughing   

52. A. before                     B. as                       C. for                          D. but

53. A. manager            B. visitor                   C. driver                      D. passenger

54. A. similar               B. same                   C. deep                       D. clear

55. A. talk about          B. come across        C. fight against             D. go through

56. A. dream               B. feeling                         C. talent               D. faith（信念）

57. A. give                   B. hold                   C. make                  D. use

58. A. unshakable        B. simple                            C. true                         D. unavoidable

59. A. mistakes            B. questions             C. difficulties           D. changes

60. A. state                  B. part                       C. land                     D. side

Raised in a motherless home, my father was extremely tightfisted towards us children. His attitude didn’t soften as I grew into adulthood and went to college. I had to ride the bus whenever I came home. Though the bus stopped about two miles from home, Dad never met me, even in severe weather. If I grumbled, he’d say in his loudest father-voice, “That’s what you are for!”

The walk didn’t bother me as much as the fear of walking alone alone the highway and country roads. I also felt less than valued that my father didn’t seem concerned about my safety. But that feeling was cancelled one spring evening.

It had been a particularly difficult week at college after long hours in labs. I longed for home. When the bus reached the stop, I stepped off and dragged my suitcase to begin the long journey home.

A row of hedge（树篱）edged the driveway that climbed the hill to our house. Once I had turned off the highway to start the last lap of my journey, I always had a sense of relief to see the hedge because it meant that I was almost home. On that particular evening, the hedge had just come into view when. I realized it was the top of my father’s head. Then I know, each time I’d come home, he had stood behind the hedge , watching, until he knew I had arrived safely. I swallowed hard against the tears. He did care, after all.

On later visits, that spot of gray became my watchtower. I could hardly wait until I was close enough to watch for its secret movement above the greenery. Upon reaching home, I would find my father sitting innocently in his chair.“So! My son, it’s you!” he’d say, his face lengthening into pretended surprise.

I replied, “Yes, Dad ,it’s me. I’m home.”

21. What does the underlined word “grumbled”in Paragraph I probably mean?

A. Accepted happily.       B. Spoke unhappily.        C. Agreed willingly.       D. Explained clearly.

22. What made the author feel upset was _____.

A. the tiredness after long hours in labs.                        B. the fear of seeing something moving.

C. the feeling of being less than valued.                        D. the loneliness of riding the bus home.

23. The author’s father watched behind the hedge because_______.

A. he wanted to help his son build up courage.       

B. B. he was concerned about his son’s safety.

C. he didn’t want to meet his son at the doorway.  

D. he didn’t think his son was old enough to walk alone.

24. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?

A. Terrible Journey Home.             B. My College Life.

C. My Father’s Secret.                     D. Riding Bus Alone.

        From the outer of New York to the heart of Singapore, nature is everywhere you're not looking in some of Earth's most crowded big cities. Outdoor adventure is often just a few stops on the train—or a short drive away from the annoying crowds. Here are a few favorites to get you going:

        Mount Hollywood Trail(林间小道,乡间小路), Los Angeles

        It's not a skyscraper or a Ferris wheel, and there's no expensive restaurant up top. But if you want an absolutely unforgettable, no admission charged, 360degree view of the entire Los Angeles region, it's yours. All you have to do is to walk a little. One of the preferred exercise routes, the Mount Hollywood Trail, is easily accessed from the parking lot of the famous Griffith Observatory; you see what you get at the end of this steep 1.5mile trail, which winds its way through the Griffith Park winds up to the mountain's 1,640foot peak.

    Bronx River, New York

        It may not be on your Top 10 list of things to do when you finally get to the Big Apple, but exploring the almost secret river that flows through one of New York's most mysterious boroughs(自治市) is an unforgettable experience. The Bronx River Alliance, a nonprofit group that has worked tirelessly to bring the much abused river back to life, operates cycling and canoeing trips along the river, from the rugged Hunts Point section down near the harbor on up through the borough.

        Southern Islands, Singapore

        Believe it or not, tightly packed Singapore does have plenty of open space left. There are actual trails right in the middle of everything, if you know where to look. But to really get away from it all, the Southern Islands, a small group of little green dots just off the city state's southern shoreline, are just the thing.

        Lee Valley, London

        This East London river valley changed last summer, when anyone near a television got an eyeful of Olympic Park, built directly in the middle of the valley. Inside the park, beautifully landscaped sections quickly became a favorite relaxation spot for games goers. At present, you'll find miles of walking paths worth exploring.Start at the Waltham Cross train and follow the signposted walking route southbound, guiding you past important historic industrial areas, through interesting city neighborhoods, past the western side of Olympic Park and on to the Thames.

28. If someone wants to enjoy an unforgettable experience for free, he can go to                 .

      A. Mount Hollywood Trail and Bronx River  B. Mount Hollywood Trail and Southern Islands

      C. Lee Valley and Southern Islands         D. Bronx River and Lee Valley

29. The writer of the passage wants to                 .

      A. inform the readers that nature exists in crowded big cities

      B. appeal to more people to outdoor adventure

      C. recommend several historical spots to readers

      D. present various approach to outdoor adventure

30. We know from the passage                 .

      A. it's difficult to find a proper trail in packed Singapore

      B. the Thames is not far away from the East London river valley

      C. The Bronx River Alliance has succeeded in running the river

      D. you may have trouble reaching the Mount Hollywood Trail

 Not all of us can deal with the _____ of modern life.

A. prejudices           B. judgment         C. stresses             D. convenience

 At the airport, I looked closely at the face of my son, Daniel, his backpack by his side. We were saying good-bye. In a few hours he would be flying to France to  41  a different life. It was a transitional（过渡期的）time in Daniel’s life. I wanted to leave him some words of  42 . But nothing came from my  43  and this was not the first time I had let such a moment  44 .

    When Daniel was five, I took him to the school-bus stop on his first day of kindergarten. He looked at me -- as he did now. “What is it going to be like, Dad? Will I be okay? ” And then he walked up the  45  of the bus and disappeared inside. And the bus  46 . And I had said nothing.

    A decade or so later, a similar  47  appeared. I drove him to college. I tried to think of something to say to give him  48  and confidence as he started this new life. Again, words  49  me.

  Now, as I stood before him, I thought of those  50  opportunities. How many times have we all let such moments pass?

  My father and I loved each other. Yet, I always 51  never hearing him put his  52   into words and never having the memory of that moment. Now, I could feel my hands sweat and my throat 53  . Why is it so  54  to tell a son something from the heart?

  My mouth turned dry, and I knew I would be able to speak out only a few words  55 . “Daniel," I said, "if I could have picked, I would have picked you." That’s all I could say. I wasn’t sure he understood what I  56  . Then he came toward me and threw his arms around me. For a moment, the world and all its people faded away, and there was just Daniel and me. He was saying something,  57  my tears rolled down, and I couldn’t understand what he was saying. All I was  58  of was the stubble（胡茬）on his chin as his face pressed  59  mine. And then, the moment ended. What I had said to Daniel was clumsy. It was nothing. And yet, it was  60 .     

Translate the following sentences into English

1.我们认为提高人们的环保意识是有必要的。(it 作形式宾语)

2.避免对电脑游戏上瘾对青少年来说是重要的。(it 作形式宾语)

3.很多人忽视了家庭的重要性，目不转睛的盯着手机。（with的复合结构）

If you're travelling with kids in London, many London hotels have special services and features to help the family holiday, offering services for kids as well as games, bike hire and free ice cream!

Athenaeum

The five-star Athenaeum is a fantastic family hotel, particularly with the addition of its kids' services. Even before you arrive, they'll be in touch to make sure your kids have their favorite DVDs, treats and anything else to keep them happy. And they can arrange your perfect family activities, from bike hire to theatre tickets.

Chessington Safari Hotel

At Chessington Safari Hotel, kids will love staying in an African adventure-themed room, having breakfast overlooking the animals of the Wanyama Reserve, watching family-friendly movies and getting into the theme park before it opens.

Marjin Apartments

Marlin Apartments operate more than 700 serviced apartments in London Apartments are all within five minutes walk of the Tube (good for tired little legs!) with flat screen TVs, fully equipped kitchen and free Wi-Fi. One or two bedroom family apartments have extra room for fold out beds in the living area too.

Novotel

Novotel's family rooms are designed to accommodate two adults and two children. Accommodation and breakfast are free for under-16s (up to two staying in their parents' room). You can also enjoy a late check-out at 5p.m. on a Sunday, and while you lie in, the kids can entertain themselves with the Cartoon Network.

The Ritz

Kids at The Ritz are treated just as well as their parents, if not better! Children can enjoy computer games and DVDs, free ice cream and their own bathrobes and slippers Under-16s can stay for free in their parents' bedroom, depending on the room type.

33.Before you check in Athenaeum,              .

A. you should ask about the kids' services   

B. you can buy bikes and order theatre tickets

C. you will be asked about what your kids like 

D. you must arrange your family activities

34. If your kids love to see animals, you will choose             .

   A. Athenaeum   B. Chessington Safari Hotel   C. Novotel      D. The Ritz

35. If you choose to stay at Marlin Apartments,            .

   A. you can enjoy the best service in London    B. you can enjoy free ice cream

   C. you can have an extra room for free      D. you can surf the Internet free of charge

I used to abandon(放弃） myself to despair（绝望）. Last year, my mother   41   from a stroke(中风） and had an operation on her brain. I felt my whole life turn upside down and I had no   42   what I could do to help her to relieve her   43  . Tears welled up in my eyes whenever I was alone.

   Last month I   44   a precious watch, which was an 18-year-old birthday gift from my father. I could not fall asleep for a couple of nights because I felt   45   about the loss.

   There have been many   46   like these in my life. I could never figure out how to deal with such tough things   47   I read “ If You Have a Lemon, Make a Lemonade” by American writer Dale Carnegie.

   “When the wise man is handed a lemon, he says, ‘What  48   can I get from this? How can I   49    my situation? How can I turn this lemon into a lemonade?’” He wrote.

   I suddenly   50  that life is full of ups and downs, so I need to stay  51  all the time. Now when I think of my past, I wish I could have handled things   52   . When my mother was fighting for   53  , I should have held her hands in mine, telling her things would get better instead of  54  and crying.

   Several weeks ago, I took part in a campus singing competition. I didn’t   55   a prize. If I had not   56   the article, I would definitely have felt   57   again. But instead, I smiled after the competition. I was happy that at least I had got some stage   58   .

   Life is not just a bed of roses. There are thorns(刺) as well, but these thorns help us become   59    and strong. When life   60   us a lemon, let’s try to make a lemonade.

41. A. suffered         B. defeated     C. survived     D. escaped

42. A. hope         B. wonder       C. idea         D. doubt

43. A. anxiety          B. pain         C. fear         D. pressure

44. A. received     B. sold         C. fixed            D. lost

45. A. unbelievable     B. shameful     C. angry            D. terrible

46. A. diseases        B. memories     C. incidents      D.difficulties

47. A. when         B. until            C. though           D. since

48. A. lesson           B. lemonade     C. decision     D. possibility

49. A. control          B. arrange      C. improve      D. reject

50. A. predicted        B. thought      C. discovered       D. realized

51. A. healthy          B. independent  C. severe           D. positive

52. A. exactly          B. differently      C. easily           D.practically

53. A. recovery     B. life         C. freedom      D. delight

54. A. shouting     B. hiding           C. quarreling       D. regretting

55. A. expect           B. miss         C. win          D. refuse

56. A. left out         B. made sense       C. come across  D. broken down

57. A. embarrassed      B. discouraged C. excited      D. concerned

58. A. performance      B. experience       C. progress     D. challenge

59. A. brave            B. calm         C. great            D. clever

60. A. shows            B. makes            C. sends            D. gives

 Alice ,hurry up . I’m afraid you won’t have time to _____ before the party .

    A. get change      B. get changing        C. get changed        D. get to change

 ----Do you mind if I use your laptop for a while?

   ---_____________. I’m not using it.

   A. It’s a pity              B. No, go ahead             C. Yes, I do        D. Better not

—Where did you meet Alice？

—It was in the cinema _______ we used to go.