专题10阅读理解应用文-学易金卷：五年（2019-2023）高考英语真题分项汇编（原卷版）.docx

1、五年（2019-2023）年高考英语真题分项汇编专题10 阅读理解应用文 （原卷版）2023年高考真题题组【2023新高考I卷】Bike Rental & Guided ToursWelcome to Amsterdam, welcome to MacBike. You see much more from the seat of a bike! Cycling is the most economical, sustainable and fun way to explore the city, with its beautiful canals, parks, squares and co

2、untless lights. You can also bike along lovely landscapes outside of Amsterdam.Why MacBikeMacBike has been around for almost 30 years and is the biggest bicycle rental company in Amsterdam. With over 2,500 bikes stored in our five rental shops at strategic locations, we make sure there is always a b

3、ike available for you. We offer the newest bicycles in a wide variety, including basic bikes with foot brake (刹车), bikes with hand brake and gears (排挡), bikes with child seats, and childrens bikes.PricesHand Brake, Three GearsFoot Brake, No Gears1 hour7.505.003 hours11.007.501 day (24 hours)14.759.7

4、5Each additional day8.006.00Guided City ToursThe 2.5-hour tour covers the Gooyer Windmill, the Skinny Bridge, the Rijksmuseum, Heineken Brewery and much more. The tour departs from Dam Square every hour on the hour, starting at 1:00 pm every day. You can buy your ticket in a MacBike shop or book onl

5、ine.1. What is an advantage of MacBike?A. It gives children a discount.B. It of offers many types of bikes.C. It organizes free cycle tours.D. It has over 2,500 rental shops.2. How much do you pay for renting a bike with hand brake and three gears for two days?A. 15.75.B. 19.50.C. 22.75.D. 29.50.3.

6、Where does the guided city tour start?A. The Gooyer, Windmill.B. The Skinny Bridge.C. Heineken Brewery.D. Dam Square.【2023新高考II卷】Yellowstone National Park offers a variety of ranger programs throughout the park, and throughout the year. The following are descriptions of the ranger programs this summ

7、er. Experiencing Wildlife in Yellowstone (May 26 to September 2)Whether youre hiking a backcountry trail (小径), camping, or just enjoying the parks amazing wildlife from the road, this quick workshop is for you and your family. Learn where to look for animals and how to safely enjoy your wildlife wat

8、ching experience. Meet at the Canyon Village Store. Junior Ranger Wildlife Olympics (June 5 to August 21)Kids can test their skills and compare their abilities to the animals of Yellowstone. Stay for as little or as long as your plans allow. Meet in front of the Visitor Education Center. Canyon Talk

9、s at Artist Point (June 9 to September 2)From a classic viewpoint, enjoy Lower Falls, the Yellowstone River, and the breathtaking colors of the canyon (峡谷) while learning about the areas natural and human history. Discover why artists and photographers continue to be drawn to this special place. Mee

10、t on the lower platform at Artist Point on the South Rim Drive for this short talk. Photography Workshops (June 19 &July 10)Enhance your photography skills join Yellowstones park photographer for a hands-on program to inspire new and creative ways of enjoying the beauty and wonder of Yellowstone. 6/

11、19 Waterfalls &Wide Angles: meet at Artist Point. 7/10 Wildflowers &White Balance: meet at Washburn Trailhead in Chittenden parking area.1. Which of the four programs begins the earliest?A. Photography Workshops.B. Junior Ranger Wildlife Olympics.C. Canyon Talks at Artist Point.D. Experiencing Wildl

12、ife in Yellowstone.2. What is the short talk at Artist Point about?A. Works of famous artists.B. Protection of wild animals.C. Basic photography skills.D. History of the canyon area.3. Where will the participants meet for the July 10 photography workshop?A. Artist Point.B. Washburn Trailhead.C. Cany

13、on Village Store.D. Visitor Education Center.【2023全国甲卷】Where to Eat in BangkokBangkok is a highly desirable destination for food lovers. It has a seemingly bottomless well of dining options. Here are some suggestions on where to start your Bangkok eating adventure.NahmOffering Thai fine dining. Nahm

14、 provides the best of Bangkok culinary (烹饪的) experiences. Its the only Thai restaurant that ranks among the top 10 of the words 50 best restaurants list. Head Chef David Thompson, who received a Michelin star for his Loodon-based Thai restaurant of the same name, opened this branch in the Metropolit

15、an Hotel in 2010.Issays Stamese ClubIssaya Siamese Club is intematoionally known Thai chef lan Kittichais first flagship Bangkok restaurant. The menu in this beautiful colonial house includes traditional Thai cuisine combined with modern cooking methods.Bo. tanBo. tan has been making waves in Bangko

16、ks culinary sence since it opened in 2009. Serving hard-to-find Thai dishes in an elegant atmosphere, the restaurant is true to Thai cuisines roots, yet still manages to add a special twist. This place is good for a candlelit dinner or a work meeting with colleagues who appreciate fine food. For tho

17、se extremely hungry theres a large set menu.GagganEarning first place on the lates “Asias 50 best restaurants” list, progressive Indian restaurant Gaggan is one of the most exciting venues(场所) to arrive in Bangkok in recent years. The best table in this two-story colonial Thai home offers a window r

18、ight into the kitchen, where you can see chef Gaggan and his staff in action. Culinary theater at its best.21. What do Nahm and Issaya Siamese Club have in common?A. They adopt modern cooking methods.B. They have branches in London.C. They have top-class chefs.D. They are based in hotels.22. Which r

19、estaurant offers a large set menu?A. Gaggan.B. Bo. tan.C. Issaya Siamese Club.D. Nahm.23. What is special about Gaggan?A. It hires staff from India.B. It puts on a play every day.C. It serves hard-to-find local dishes.D. It shows the cooking process to guests.【2023全国乙卷】PRACTITIONERSJacqueline Felice

20、 de Almania (c.1322) highlights the suspicion that women practicing medicine faced. Born to a Jewish family in Florence, she moved to Paris where she worked as a physician and performed surgery. In 1322 she was tried for practicing unlawfully. In spite of the court hearing testimonials (证明) of her a

21、bility as a doctor, she was banned from medicine.James Barry (c.1789 1865) was born Margaret Bulkley in Ireland but, dressed as a man, she was accepted by Edinburgh University to study medicine. She qualified as a surgeon in 1813, then joined the British Army, serving overseas. Barry retired in 1859

22、, having practiced her entire medical profession living and working as a man.Tan Yunxian (1461 1554) was a Chinese physician who learned her skills from her grandparents. Chinese women at the time could not serve apprenticeships (学徒期) with doctors. However, Tan passed the official exam. Tan treated

23、women from all walks of life. In 1511, Tan wrote a book, Sayings of a Female Doctor, describing her life as a physician.Rebecca Lee Crumpler (1831 1895) worked as a nurse for eight years before studying in medical college in Boston in 1860. Four years later, she was the first African American woman

24、to receive a medical degree. She moved to Virginia in 1865, where she provided medical care to freed slaves.21. What did Jacqueline and James have in common?A. Doing teaching jobs.B. Being hired as physicians.C. Performing surgery.D. Being banned from medicine.22. How was Tan Yunxian different from

25、the other practitioners?A. She wrote a book.B. She went through trials.C. She worked as a dentist.D. She had formal education.23. Who was the first African American with a medical degree?A. Jacqueline Felice de Almania.B. Tan Yunxian.C. James Barry.D. Rebecca Lee Crumpler.【2023浙江1月卷】Explorers CampFu

26、ll day camp for kids aged 5-13. Monday-Friday, July 8-26, 9am-4pm. Week 1 | July 8-12Week 2 | July 15-19Week 3 | July 22-26Register for a single week or multiple weeks. Fees: $365 per week. The last day to cancel registration and receive a full refund (退款) is June 15. Camp StructureThe day is divide

27、d into two thematic sessions per age group. Campers have a three-hour morning class engaging with a morning theme (9am to 12 noon) and a one-hour lunch break, followed by another three-hour class engaging with an afternoon theme (1pm to 4pm). Snack periods are held throughout the day. All campers sh

28、ould bring their own bagged lunch and snacks. Camp ContentExplorers Camp organizes engaging arts, history and science-related activities in every! class, and focuses on a range of topics that emphasize active learning, exploration and, most of all, fun! All camp sessions are created with age-appropr

29、iate activities that are tailored to the multiple ways that kids learn. Camp StaffCampers enjoy a staff-to-child ratio ranging from 1:4 to 1:7 depending on the age group. Instructors are passionate educators who are experts in their fields and have undergone training and a background check.21. On wh

30、ich of the following dates can you cancel your registration with a full refund?A. June 12.B. June 22.C. July 19.D. July 26.22. How are campers divided into different groups?A. By gender.B. By nationality.C. By interest.D. By age.23. How many hours of class will you have altogether if you register fo

31、r a single week?A. 15.B. 21.C. 30.D. 42.2022年高考真题题组【2022新高考I卷】Grading Policies for Introduction to LiteratureGrading Scale90-100, A; 80-89, B; 70-79, C; 60-69, D; Below 60, E. Essays (60%)Your four major essays will combine to form the main part of the grade for this course: Essay 1 = 10%; Essay 2 =

32、 15%; Essay 3 = 15%; Essay 4 = 20%.Group Assignments (30%)Students will work in groups to complete four assignments (作业) during the course. All the assignments will be submitted by the assigned date through Blackboard our online learning and course management system. Daily Work/In-Class Writings and

33、 Tests/Group Work/Homework (10%)Class activities will vary from day to day, but students must be ready to complete short in-class writings or tests drawn directly from assigned readings or notes from the previous class lecture/discussion, so it is important to take careful notes during class. Additi

34、onally, from time to time I will assign group work to be completed in class or short assignments to be completed at home, both of which will be graded. Late WorkAn essay not submitted in class on the due date will lose a letter grade for each class period it is late. If it is not turned in by the 4t

35、h day after the due date, it will earn a zero. Daily assignments not completed during class will get a zero. Short writings missed as a result of an excused absence will be accepted.21. Where is this text probably taken from?A. A textbook.B. An exam paper.C. A course plan.D. An academic article.22.

36、How many parts is a students final grade made up of?A. Two.B. Three.C. Four.D. Five.23. What will happen if you submit an essay one week after the due date?A. You will receive a zero.B. You will lose a letter grade.C. You will be given a test. D. You will have to rewrite it.【2022新高考II卷】Childrens Dis

37、covery MuseumGeneral Information about Group PlayPricingGroup Play $7/personScholarshipsWe offer scholarships to low-income schools and youth organizations, subject to availability. Participation in a post-visit survey is required. Scholarships are for Group Play admission fees and/or transportation

38、. Transportation invoices (发票) must be received within 60 days of your visit to guarantee the scholarship. Group SizeWe require one chaperone (监护人) per ten children. Failure to provide enough chaperones will result in an extra charge of $50 per absent adult. Group Play is for groups of 10 or more wi

39、th a limit of 35 people. For groups of 35 or more, please call to discuss options. HoursThe Museum is open daily from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. Group Play may be scheduled during any day or time the Museum is open. Registration PolicyRegistration must be made at least two weeks in advance. Register online

40、 or fill out a Group Play Registration Form with multiple dates and start time options. Once the registration form is received and processed, we will send a confirmation email within two business days. GuidelinesTeachers and chaperones should model good behavior for the group and remain with student

41、s at all times. Children are not allowed unaccompanied in all areas of the Museum. Children should play nicely with each other and exhibits. Use your indoor voice when at the Museum.21. What does a group need to do if they are offered a scholarship?A. Prepay the admission fees.B. Use the Museums tra

42、nsportation.C. Take a survey after the visit.D. Schedule their visit on weekdays.22. How many chaperones are needed for a group of 30 children to visit the Museum?A. One.B. Two.C. Three.D. Four.23. What are children prohibited from doing at the Museum?A. Using the computer.B. Talking with each other

43、.C. Touching the exhibits.D. Exploring the place alone.【2022全国甲卷】Theatres and EntertainmentSt Davids HallSt Davids Hall is the award winning National Concert Hall of Wales standing at the very heart of Cardiffs entertainment centre. With an impressive 2,000-seat concert hall, St Davids Hall is home

44、to the annual Welsh Proms Cardiff. It presents live entertainment, including pop, rock, folk, jazz, musicals, dance, world music, films and classical music.The Hayes, Cardiff CF 10 1 AHwww.stdavidshallcardiff.co.ukThe Glee Club Every weekend this is “Wales” premier comedy club where having a great t

45、ime is the order for both audiences and comedy stars alike. It is hard to name a comedy star who hasnt been on the stage here. If you are looking for the best comedies on tour and brilliant live music, you should start here.Mermaid Quay, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff CF 10 5 BZwww.glee.co.uk/cardiffSherman C

46、ymruSherman Cymrus theatre in the Cathays area of Cardiff reopened in February 2012. This special building is a place in which theatre is made and where children, artists, writers and anyone else have the opportunity (机会) to do creative things. Sherman Cymru is excited to present a packed programme

47、of the very best theatre, dance, family shows and music from Wales and the rest of the world.Senghennydd Road, Cardiff CF 24 4 YEwww.shermancymru.co.ukNew TheatreThe New Theatre has been the home of quality drama, musicals, dance and childrens shows for more than 100 years. Presenting the best of th

48、e West End along with the pick of the UKs touring shows, the New Theatre is Cardiffs oldest surviving traditional theatre. Be sure to pay a visit as part of your stay in the city.Park Place, Cardiff CF 10 3 LNwww.newtheatrecardiff.co.uk21. Where is the Welsh Proms Cardiff hosted?A. At the New Theatr

49、e.B. At the Glee Club.C. At Sherman Cymru.D. At St Davids Hall.22. What can people do at the Glee Club?A. Watch musicals.B. Enjoy comedies.C. See family shows.D. Do creative things.23. Which website can you visit to learn about Cardiffs oldest surviving theatre?A. www.newtheatrecardiff.co.ukB. www.s

50、hermancymru.co.ukC. www.glee.co.uk/cardiffD. www.stdavidshalleardiff.co.uk【2022全国乙卷】Henry Raeburn (1756-1823)The ExhibitionThis exhibition of some sixty masterpieces celebrating the life and work of Scotlands best loved painter, Sir Henry Raeburn, comes to London. Selected from collections throughou

51、t the world, it is the first major exhibition of his work to be held in over forty years. Lecture SeriesScottish National Portrait (肖像画) Gallery presents a series of lectures for the general public. They are held in the Lecture Room. Admission to lectures is free. An Introduction to RaeburnSunday 26

52、 Oct., 15.00DUNCAN THOMSONRaeburns English ContemporariesThursday 30 Oct., 13.10JUDY EGERTONCharacters and Characterisation in Raeburns PortraitsThursday 6 Nov., 13.10NICHOLAS PHILLIPSONRaeburn and Artists Training in the 18th CenturyThursday 13 Nov., 13.10MARTIN POSTLEExhibition TimesMonday-Saturda

53、y 10.00-17.45 Sunday 12.00-17.45Last admission to the exhibition: 17.15. There is no re-admission. Closed: 24-26 December and 1 January. Admission4. Children under 12 years accompanied by an adult are admitted free. Schools and CollegesA special low entrance charge of 2 per person is available to al

54、l in full-time education, up to and including those at first degree level, in organised groups with teachers.21. What is the right time for attending Raeburns English Contemporaries?A. Sun. 26 Oct.B. Thurs. 30 Oct.C. Thurs. 6 Nov.D. Thurs.13 Nov.22. How much would a couple with two children under 12

55、 pay for admission?A. 4.B. 8.C. 12.D. 16.23. How can full-time students get group discounts?A. They should go on Sunday mornings.B. They should come from art schools.C. They must be led by teachers.D. They must have ID cards with them.【2022北京卷】Peer ( 同伴 ) Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) is a peer-fac

56、ilitated learning programme available to students enrolled ( 注册 ) in most core units of study in our business school.PASS involves weekly sessions where you work in groups to tackle specially prepared problem sets, based around a unit of study youre enrolled in.PASS doesnt re-teach or deliver new co

57、ntent. Its an opportunity to deepen your understanding of the key points from lecture materials while you are applying your skills to solve problems.You work interactively with your peers. As a peer group, you decide what is covered in each session. That way, PASS directly responds to your needs and

58、 feedback.Registration in Term 2 will open at 9 am, 21 September 2022.Waiting listsIf a session is full, you can register for the waiting list. We will email you if a place becomes available or if a new session is to be held.When you are placed on a waiting list, we will email you a number which tel

59、ls you where you are on the list. If you are close to the front of the list, you have a good chance of gaining a place in the programme in the near future.DeregisteringIf you miss two PASS sessions in a row, you will be deregistered and your place will be given to someone on the waiting list. Make s

60、ure you fill in the attendance sheet at each session to record your attendance.Youll be informed by email if you are being deregistered as a result of missing sessions. If you believe you have received the email in error, email the PASS office at passofficeumbs. edu.21. In PASS, students _.A. attend

61、 new lecturesB. decide their own schedulesC. prepare problem sets in groupsD. use their skills to solve problems22. What can students do if a session is full?A. Fill in the attendance sheet.B. Sign up for the waiting list.C. Report their needs and feedback.D. Email the office their numbers on the li

62、st.23. Students will be deregistered if _.A. they send emails in errorB. they fail to work interactivelyC. they give their places to othersD. they miss two sessions in a row【2022天津卷】Getting into college is a big step for high school graduates, and it comes with a lot of changes. For most students, i

63、ts the first time theyre living away from home and managing their own life. Not surprisingly, adapting to this new lifestyle can be challenging. The following four tips will make high school graduates better prepared for college life.Goal settingWhen setting goals, whether theyre academic, career, o

64、r personal, re-member they should be attainable but not too easy, so that you really have to push yourself to achieve them, and feel rewarded when you do. Writing down your goals and breaking down each huge, long-term goal into smaller more practical ones can help make it feel more real, and writing

65、 out a plan for achieving it can give you a roadmap to success.Interpersonal skillsAt college, you will interact with fellow students, professors, librarians, and many others. Strong interpersonal skills will help you build relationships during this time, and get more out of them. If you feel that y

66、our interpersonal skills need some work, practice asking thoughtful questions and listening closely, develop your understanding by putting yourself in someone elses shoes, and enhance your self-confidence.StudyingWith fewer in-class hours and more on-your-own learning, youre required to really diges

67、t learning material rather than simply memorize facts. To be successful in college youll need to learn how to integrate large amounts of information obtained through reading, do research, and write papers. Organization is the key, so if you are not someone who is naturally organized, set up your stu

68、dy schedule.BudgetingManaging money is a critical life skill, and for many, it is at college that they develop it for the first time. Start by estimating your financial balance. Then give high priority to the expenses on basic needs and determine how much money to set aside every month to cover thos

69、e costs. Dont forget about savingsand the fun stuff(movies, dinners out), too.36. Who is this passage most probably written for?A. College teachers.B. University graduates.C. High school teachers.D. Would-be college students.37. What is the authors suggestion for reaching a huge goal?A. Divide it in

70、to smaller, more achievable ones.B. Reward oneself for each goal one has set.C. Purchase a clear, updated roadmap.D. Push oneself to an upper level.38. One of the suggested ways to enhance your interpersonal skills is to _.A. prepare complicated questionsB. try on someone elses shoesC. listen to oth

71、ers carefullyD. take advantage of others39. What is the key to successful college study according to the author?A. Being well-organized.B. Being well-informed.C. Effective reading skills.D. Reliable research methods.40. To learn how to manage money, the first thing to do is_.A. save money for financ

72、ial investmentB. estimate ones income and expensesC. set aside money for fun activitiesD. open a personal bank account2021年高考真题题组【2021新高考I卷】Rome can be pricey for travelers, which is why many choose to stay in a hostel (旅社). The hostels in Rome offer a bed in a dorm room for around $25 a night, and

73、for that, youll often get to stay in a central location (位置) with security and comfort.Yellow HostelIf I had to make just one recommendation for where to stay in Rome, it would be Yellow Hostel. Its one of the best-rated hostels in the city, and for good reason. Its affordable, and its got a fun atm

74、osphere without being too noisy. As an added bonus, its close to the main train station.Hostel Alessandro PalaceIf you love social hostels, this is the best hostel for you in Rome. Hostel Alessandro Palace is fun. Staff members hold plenty of bar events for guests like free shots, bar crawls and kar

75、aoke. Theres also an area on the rooftop for hanging out with other travelers during the summer.Youth Station HostelIf youre looking for cleanliness and a modern hostel, look no further than Youth Station. It offers beautiful furnishings and beds. There are plenty of other benefits, too; it doesnt c

76、harge city tax; it has both air conditioning and a heater for the rooms; it also has free Wi-Fi in every room. Hotel and Hostel Des ArtistesHotel and Hostel Des Artistes is located just a 10-minute walk from the central city station and its close to all of the citys main attractions. The staff is fr

77、iendly and helpful, providing you with a map of the city when you arrive, and offering advice if you require some. However, you need to pay 2 euros a day for Wi-Fi.21. What is probably the major concern of travelers who choose to stay in a hostel?A. Comfort.B. Security.C. Price.D. Location.22. Which

78、 hotel best suits people who enjoy an active social life?A. Yellow Hostel.B. Hostel Alessandro Palace.C. Youth Station Hostel.D. Hotel and Hostel Des Artistes.23. What is the disadvantage of Hotel and Hostel Des Artistes?A. It gets noisy at night.B. Its staff is too talkative.C. It charges for Wi-Fi

79、.D. Its inconveniently located.【2021新高考II卷】Things to Do in Yorkshire This Summer Harrogate Music Festival Since its birth, Harrogate Music Festival has gone from strength to strength. This year, we are celebrating our 50th anniversary. We begin on 1st June with Manchester Camerata and Nicola Benedet

80、ti, presenting an amazing programme of Mozart pieces. Dates:1 June-31 July Tickets:12-96 Jodies Fitness Summer ClassesAs the summer months roll in, our Georgian country estate makes the perfect setting for an outdoor fitness session. Come and work out with our qualified personal trainer, Jodie McGre

81、gor, on the grounds of the Middleton Lodge estate. We will be holding a free taster session on 23rd May, at 10 am, to demonstrate the variety of effective and active exercises. There are eight spaces available for the taster session. Advance bookings are required(infomiddletonlodge.co.uk.paris) Date

82、s:23 May-11 July Tickets: 7.50 per session Felt Picture Making Working from an inspirational picture, this workshop at Helmsley Arts Centre will teach you the techniques you will need to recreate your picture in wool. We will also discuss the origins of felt what enables wool fibres to become felt a

83、nd how the processes we use work. Dates: 12 June-12 July Tickets: 40 including materials Figure It Out!-Playing with Math A new exhibition in Halifax uses everyday activities to explain the hidden math principles we all use on a regular basis. Pack a bag, cut a cake, guess which juice container hold

84、s the most liquid, and much more. Discover how architects, product designers and scientists use similar skills in their work. Dates:7 May-10 June Tickets: Free21. What should you do if you want to attend the taster session of Jodies fitness classes?A. Join a fitness club.B. Pay a registration fee.C.

85、 Make a booking.D. Hire a personal trainer.22. How much is the ticket for Felt Picture Making?A. 7.50.B. 12.C. 40.D. 96.23. Which of the following starts earliest?A. Harrogate Music Festival.B. Jodies Fitness Summer Classes.C. Felt Picture Making.D. Figure It Out!-Playing with Math.【2021全国甲卷】A Take

86、a view, the Landscape（风景）Photographer of the Year Award, was the idea of Charlie Waite, one of todays most respected landscape photographers. Each year, the high standard of entries has shown that the Awards are the perfect platform to showcase the very best photography of the British landscape. Tak

87、e a view is a desirable annual competition for photographers from all comers of the UK and beyond.Mike Shepherd(2011)Skiddaw in WinterCumbria, EnglandIt was an extremely cold winters evening and freezing fog hung in the air. I climbed to the top of a small rise and realised that the mist was little

88、more than a few feet deep, and though it was only a short climb, I found myself completely above it and looking at a wonderfully clear view of Skiddaw with the sum setting in the west. I used classical techniques, translated from my college days spent in the darkroom into Photoshop, to achieve the b

89、lackandwhite image（图像）.Timothy Smith(2014)Macclesfield Forest Cheshire, EnglandI was back in my home town of Macclesfield to take some winter images. Walking up a path through the forest towards Shutlingsloe, a local high point, I came across a small clearing and immediately noticed the dead yellow

90、grasses set against the fresh snow. The small pine added to the interest and I placed it centrally to take the view from the foreground right through into the forest.1. Who would most probably enter for Take a view?A. Writers.B. Photographers.C. Painters.D. Tourists.2. What do the works by Shepherd

91、and Smith have in common?A. They are winter images.B. They are in black and white.C. They show mountainous scenes.D. They focus on snowcovered forests.3. Where can the text be found?A. In a history book.B. In a novel.C. In an art magazine.D. In a biography.【2021全国乙卷】The Biggest Stadiums in the World

92、People have been pouring into stadiums since the days of ancient Greece. In around 80 A.D., the Romans built the Colosseum, which remains the worlds best known stadium and continues to inform contemporary design. Romes Colosseum was 157 feet tall and had 80 entrances, seating 50,000 people. However,

93、 that was small fry compared with the citys Circus Maximus, which accommodated around 250,000 people.These days, safety regulations-not to mention the modern sports fans desire for a good view and comfortable seattend to keep stadium capacities(容量)slightly lower. Even soccer fans tend to have a seat

94、 each; gone are the days of thousands standing to watch the match. For the biggest stadiums in the world, we have used data supplied by the World Atlas list so far, which ranks them by their stated permanent capacity, as well as updated information from official stadium websites. All these stadiums

95、are still functional, still open and still hosting the biggest events in world sport. Rungrado 1st of May Stadium, Pyongyang D.P.R. Korea. Capacity: 150,000. Opened: May 1,1989. Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, Michigan, U. S. Capacity: 107,601. Opened: October 1, 1927. Beaver Stadium, State College, Pe

96、nnsylvania, U. S. Capacity: 106,572. Opened: September 17, 1960. Ohio Stadium, Columbus, Ohio, U. S. Capacity: 104,944. Opened: October 7,1922.Kyle Field, College Station, Texas, U. S. Capacity: 102,512. Opened: September 24, 1927.21. How many people could the Circus Maximus hold?A. 104,944.B. 107,6

97、01.C. About 150,000.D. About 250,000.22. Of the following stadiums, which is the oldest?A. Michigan Stadium. Beaver Stadium.C. Ohio Stadium.D. Kyle Field.23. What do the listed stadiums have in common?A. They host big games.B. They have become tourist attractions.C. They were built by Americans.D. T

98、hey are favored by architects.【2021北京卷】If you are planning to start a career in the field of education, science, or culture, then an internship（实习） at UNESCO will be ideal for you. Who can apply?You have completed your full-time university studies; or. You are studying in a graduate program for a ma

99、sters degree. Applicants in technical assignments must have reached the last year of their studies in a technical institution. What are the requirements?You must be at least 20 years old. You should have a good command（掌握）of either English or French. You must have an excellent knowledge of office-re

100、lated software. You should be able to work well in a team and adapt to an international working environment. You should possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. What do you need to prepare?Visa：You should obtain the necessary visas. Travel：You must arrange and finance your travel to an

101、d from the location where you will do your internship. l Medical insurance：You must show proof of a comprehensive health insurance valid（有效的）in the target country for the entire period of the internship. UNESCO will provide limited insurance coverage up to USD30,000 for the internship period. Medica

102、l certificate：You must provide a medical certificate indicating you are fit to work. Motivation letter：You should have your motivation letter ready before filling out the application form. Your application will be accessed by UNESCO managers and will stay in our database for six months. We do not re

103、spond to every candidate. If selected, you will be contacted by a manager. If you do not receive any update within six months, it means that your application has not been successful. 21. According to this passage, applicants are required to_. A. hold a masters degree in scienceB. have international

104、work experienceC. be fluent in either English or FrenchD. present a letter from a technical institution22. What will UNESCO provide for the internship period?A. Limited medical insurance coverage. B. Training in communication skills. C. A medical certificate for work. D. Financial support for travel

105、. 23. What should applicants do before filling out the application form?A. Contact UNESCO managers. B. Get access to the database. C. Keep a motivation letter at hand. D. Work in a team for six months. 【2021天津卷】Job for You!Family Alliance Meal DeliveryFamily Alliance is looking for people who can de

106、liver hot Chinese meals one to two times a week for people with disabilities in north suburban Fairfield County. All applicants must have a drivers license and access to a car. Gas will be covered for each delivery.Working hours: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays For more information, contact C

107、harles Chenat cchenOr call 740-6668988Lancaster DesignWe provide full furnishings, like donated kitchen equipment and furniture items, for the new homes of people who were oncehomeless. We need people who can work at our warehouse （仓库）sorting and packing items to be delivered to families, repair don

108、ated furniture and more. Candidates will be matched with a task based on skill set.Interested? Submit your application towww.lancasterdesign.orgOr call 740-6119735Lancaster WeeklyWould you like the opportunity to earn extra cash close to home? If so we have a vacancy in our team which would suit you

109、.Both adults and youngsters aged 13+ are required to deliver our newspaper. You may I have to cover some distance. Bicycles are available if needed.Working hours: 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. SaturdaysFor more informationCall 740-6538360Parkview Nursing HomeCaregivers are wanted. We seek people who are patient

110、 and caring, and who have experience and interest in working with older adults.As part of the package, initial and follow-up training sessions are provided and accommodation is available if required.For more details, visit us at Unit 3 Park View LaneOr contact Ellen White at 740-696839936. Which job

111、 requires a drivers license?A. Delivering meals.B. Delivering newspapers.C. Working at the warehouse.D. Working at the nursing home.37. Which of the following is TRUE about the Lancaster Design job?A. Applicants are expected to design furniture.B. Work is arranged according to ones skill set.C. It i

112、nvolves collecting furniture from homes.D. It favors applicants who are homeless.38. A middle-school student is most likely to be hired by_.A. Family Alliance Meal DeliveryB. Lancaster DesignC. Lancaster WeeklyD. Parkview Nursing Home39. Which number should you call if you want to work with the elde

113、rly?A. 740-6668988.B. 740-6119735.C. 740-6538360.D. 740-6968399.2020年高考真题题组【2020新高考卷】POETRY CHALLENGEWrite a poem about how courage, determination, and strength have helped you face challenges in your life.Prizes3 Grand Prizes:Trip to Washington, D.C. for each of three winners, a parent and one othe

114、r person of the winners choice. Trip includes round-trip air tickets, hotel stay for two nights, and tours of the National Air and Space Museum and the office of National Geographic World.6 First Prizes:The book Sky Pioneer:A Photobiography of Amelia Earhart signed by author Corinne Szabo and pilot

115、Linda Finch.50 Honorable Mentions:Judges will choose up to 50 honorable mention winners, who will each receive a T-shirt in memory of Earharts final flight.RulesFollow all rules carefully to prevent disqualification.Write a poem using 100 words or fewer. Your poem can be any format, any number of li

116、nes.Write by hand or type on a single sheet of paper. You may use both the front and back of the paper.On the same sheet of paper, write or type your name, address, telephone number, and birth date.Mail your entry to us by October 31 this year.21. How many people can each grand prize winner take on

117、the free trip?A. Two.B. Three.C. Four.D. Six.22. What will each of the honorable mention winners get?A. A plane ticket.B. A book by Corinne Szabo.C. A special T-shirt.D. A photo of Amelia Earhart.23. Which of the following will result in disqualification?A. Typing your poem out.B. Writing a poem of

118、120 words.C. Using both sides of the paper.D. Mailing your entry on October 30.【2020全国I卷】Train InformationAll customers travelling on TransLink services must be in possession of a valid ticket before boarding. For ticket information, please ask at your local station or call 13 12 30.While Queensland

119、 Rail makes every effort to ensure trains run as scheduled, there can be no guarantee of connections between trains or between train services and bus services.Lost property（失物招领）Call Lost Property on 13 16 17 during business hours for items lost on Queensland Rail services.The lost property office i

120、s open Monday to Friday 7:30am to 5:00pm and is located (位于) at Roma Street station.Public holidays On public holidays, generally a Sunday timetable operates. On certain major event days, i.e. Australia Day, Anzac Day, sporting and cultural days, special additional services may operate.Christmas Day

121、 services operate to a Christmas Day timetable. Before travel please visit translink. com.au or call TransLink on 13 12 30 anytime.Customers using mobility devices Many stations have wheelchair access from the car park or entrance to the station platforms.For assistance, please Queensland Rail on 13

122、 16 17.Guardian trains (outbound)DepartOriginDestinationArrive6:42pmAltandiVarsity Lakes7:37pm7:29pmCentralVarsity Lakes8:52pm8:57pmFortitude ValleyVarsity Lakes9:52pm11:02pmRoma StreetVarsity Lakes12:22am21. What would you do get ticker information?A. Call 13 16 17.B. Visit .au.C. Ask at the local

123、station.D. Check the train schedule.22. At which station can you find the lost property office?A. Altandi.B. Roma Street.C. Varsity Lakes. D. Fortitude Valley.23. Which train would you take if you go from Central to Varsity Lakes?A.6:42pm. B.7:29 pm. C.8:57pm. D.11:02 pm.【2020全国II卷】The Lake District

124、 Attractions GuideDalemain Mansion & Historic GardensHistory, Culture & Landscape（景观）. Discover and enjoy 4 centuries of history, 5 acres of celebrated and award-winning gardens with parkland walk. Owned by the Hasell family since 1679, home to the International Marmalade Festival. Gifts and antique

125、s, plant sales, museums & Mediaeval Hall Tearoom.Open: 29 Mar-29 Oct, Sun to Thurs.Tearoom, Gardens & Gift Shop:10:30-17:00（16:00 in Oct）.House:11:15-16:00（15:00 in Oct）Town: Pooley Bridge & Penrith Abbot Hall art Gallery & Museum Those viewing the quality of Abbot Halls temporary exhibitions may be

126、 forgiven for thinking they are in a city gallery. The impressive permanent collection includes Turners and Romneys and the temporary exhibition programme has Canaletto and the artists from St Ives. Open: Mon to Sat and Summer Sundays. 10:30 -17:00 Sumner.10:30 -16:00 Winter.Town：KendalTullie House

127、Museum & Art GalleryDiscover, explore and enjoy award-winning Tullie House, where historic collections, contemporary art and family fun are brought together in one impressive museum and art gallery. There are four fantastic galleries to visit from fine art to interactive fun, so theres something for

128、 everyone!Open: High Season 1 Apr 31 Oct: Mon to Sat 10.00 17.00, Sun 11.00 17.00. Low Season 1 Nov 31 Mar: Mon to Sat 10.00 16.30, Sun 12.00 16.30.Town: CarlisleDove Cottage & The Wordsworth MuseumDiscover William Wordsworths inspirational home. Take a tour of his Lakeland cottage, walk through his

129、 hillside garden and explore the riches of the collection in the Museum. Visit the shop and relax in the caf. Exhibitions, events and family activities throughout the year. Open: Daily, 09:30 17:30 (last admission 17:00).Town: Grasmere21. When is the House at Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens open

130、 on Sundays in July?A.09:3017:30. B.10:3016:00.C. 11:1516:00. D.12:0016:3022. What can visitors do at Abbot Hall Art Gallery & Museum?A. Enjoy Ronneys works.B. Have some interactive fun.C. Attend a famous festival.D. Learn the history of a family23. Where should visitors go if they want to explore W

131、ordsworths life?A. Penrith. B. Kendal. C. Carlisle. D. Grasmere.【2020全国III卷】Journey Back in Time with ScholarsClassical Provence（13days）Journey through the beautiful countryside of Provence，France，with Prof. Ori Z. Soltes. We will visit some of the best-preserved Roman monuments in the world. Our to

132、ur also includes a chance to walk in the footsteps of Van Gogh and Gauguin. Fields of flowers, tile-roofed（瓦屋顶）villages and tasty meals enrich this wonderful experience. Southern Spain（15days）Spain has lovely white towns and the scent（芳香）of oranges，but it is also a treasury of ancient remains includ

133、ing the cities left by the Greeks，Romans and Arabs. As we travel south from Madrid with Prof. Ronald Messier to historic Toledo，Roman Merida and into Andalucia, we explore historical monuments and architecture. Chinas Sacred Landscapes（21days）Discover the China of“past ages，its walled cities，temples

134、 and mountain scenery with Prof. Robert Thorp. Highlights（精彩之处）include Chinas most sacred peaks at Mount Tai and Hangzbous rolling hills，waterways and peaceful temples. We will wander in traditional small towns and end our tour with an exceptional museum in Shanghai. Tunisia（17days）Join Prof. Pedar

135、Foss on our in-depth Tunisian tour. Tour highlights include the Roman city of Dougga, the underground Numidian capital at Bulla Regia, Roman Sbeitla and the remote areas around Tataouine and Matmata, uique for underground cities. Our journey takes us to picturesque Berber villages and lovely beaches

136、. 21. What can visitors see in both Classical Provence and Southern Spain? A. Historical monuments. B. Fields of flowers. C. Van Goghs paintings. D. Greek buildings. 22. Which country is Prof. Thorp most knowledgeable about?A. France. B. Spain. C. China. D. Tunisia. 23. Which of the following highli

137、ght the Tunisian tour? A. White towns. B. Underground cities. C. Tile-roofed villages. D. Rolling hills. 【2020北京卷】Lancom is a worldwide language learning app and a leader in the online language learning industry with millions of active subscribers. We house a broad range of experts united by the com

138、mon goal of creating the best language learning tools possible. With advice from A I specialists, art designers and culture researchers, our multi language experts endow(赋予) Lancom with an enormous potential for innovation within the world of language leaning. Our courses, totalling 20,000 hours of

139、content in 20 different languages, guarantee you language skills you can use right away. At the core of Lancom is a world-class effective method that enhances language leaning with advanced technology. Examples and dialogues are recorded with real native speakers instead of automatic computers. Lanc

140、om trains your brain to learn efficiently, so you absorb more information while in the app and continue leaning outside of it. The app makes our practical language lessons available wherever and whenever. We work directly for our learners, not for any third party. And its all supported by an efficie

141、nt customer service team, available through telephone, email and online chat. Millions of learners have their own stories and their own reasons for learning a new language. Lancom cares about you and addresses your individual learning type. Lancom is the only product to offer courses tailored to you

142、r native language, building on grammar and words you already know. Our content is about real-life topics that are relevant because we know what matters to you is what sticks best. You will, find it very rewarding to learn with Lancom. Choose Your Subscription and Get Started1 month3 months6 months12

143、 months$12.95/m$8.95/m$7.45/m$6.95/mBuy with confidence: 21-day money back guarantee! If you arent satisfied, just write to Customer Service within 21 days. Contact&Support:customerservice31. Who can provide Lancom with a huge potential for innovation in learning? A. Culture researchers. B. AI speci

144、alists. C. Language experts. D. Art designers. 32. What lies at the core of the Lancom app? A. Aflexible system. B. An effective method. C. The brain-training technique. D. The informative content. 33. Lancom claims that it is unique in its _. A. personalised courses B. multiple languages C. pricing

145、 policyD. service team【2020天津卷】How to Use a Modern Public LibraryHas it been a while since your last visit to a public library? If so, you may be surprised to learn that libraries have changed for the better. Its been years since they were dusty little rooms with books. They have transformed themsel

146、ves into places where you can develop your love of knowledge meet interesting people, or find out how to start a business.Check out a book. While libraries still loan out(出借)books, youll find it easier to get a copy of whatever youre looking for, thanks to a cooperative network of area libraries. Vi

147、a such networks, libraries share their books with each other through the use of delivery vehicles. Once the book youve requested is delivered to the nearest branch, they will inform you by e-mail, so you can pick it up.Check out other items. The library is now a multimedia zone, loaded with informat

148、ion in many formats(载体形式). You can borrow movies on DVDs, music on CDs, and popular magazines. Some libraries even loan out toys and games. If a popular magazine you want isnt offered and the library keeps a list of such requests, they may bring it in when enough interest is shown.Join targeted read

149、ing groups. Libraries will often hold reading-group sessions targeted to various age groups. Perhaps youd like to learn a language or improve your English. The library may sponsor a language group you could join. If you have difficulties reading, ask about special reading opportunities. Your library

150、 might be able to accommodate you. And you might find it relaxing to bring your small kid to a half-hour Story Time while you sit quietly in a corner with a good book.Start a business using the help of your local library. If you want to have a business of your own, your local library can become a la

151、unch space for it. In library books and computers, you can find information on starting a business. Many libraries will help you with locally supplied information about business management shared through chambers of commerce(商会)and government agencies, and they will offer printing, faxing and databa

152、se services you need.36. Public libraries connected by a cooperative network benefit readers by_.A. sharing their books on the InternetB. giving access to online reading at a library branchC. sending a needed book to a library branch nearbyD. making the checkout procedures diverse37. According to Pa

153、ragraph 3, what items may be checked out from a public library?A. A magazine and an e-book.B. A game and an oil painting.C. A music CD and a kids toy.D. A DVD and a video player38. As is described in Paragraph 4, taking a small kid to a half-hour Story Time allows _.A. the kid to learn a new languag

154、eB. the parent to enjoy quiet readingC. the kid to overcome reading difficultiesD. the parent to meet their program sponsor39. Your local library can help you start a business by _.A. providing relevant information and supporting servicesB. offering professional advice on business managementC. suppl

155、ying useful information of your potential buyersD. arranging meetings with government officials40. What is the purpose of the passage?A. To point out the importance of public libraries.B. To encourage people to work in public libraries.C. To introduce the improved services of public libraries.D. To

156、call for the modernization of public library systems.【2020江苏卷】Some important dates in Chinas fighting Covid-19 before May 7,2020Jan 20, 2020 Feb 20,2020Jan 23: Wuhan declared temporary outbound (向外的) traffic restrictions.Jan 24: National medical teams began to be sent to Hubei and wuhan.Jan 27: The

157、Central Steering (指导) Group arrived in Wuhan.Feb 18: The daily number of newly cured and discharged (出院) patients exceeded that of the newly confirmed cases.Feb 21, 2020 Mar 17,2020Feb 21: Most provinces and equivalent administrative units started to lower their public health emergency response leve

158、l.Feb 24: The WHO-China Joint Mission on Covid-19 held a press conference in Beijing.Mar 11-17: The epidemic (流行病) peak had passed in China as a whole.Mar 18,2020 Apr 28,2020Apr1: Chinese customs began NAT (核酸检测) on inbound arrivals at all points of entry.Apr 8: Wuhan lifted outbound traffic restric

159、tions.Apr 26: The last Covid-19 patient in Wuhan was discharged from hospital.Apr 29, 2020 May 7,2020Apr 30: The public health emergency response was lowered to Level 2 in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region.May 7: The State Council released Guidelines on Conducting Covid-19 Prevention and Control on a

160、n Ongoing Basis.56. What happened between January 20 and February 20?A. The Central Steering Group arrived in Wuhan.B. The WHO-China Joint Mission on Covid-19 held a press conference.C. The last Covid-19 patient in Wuhan was discharged from hospital.D. Beijing lowered its emergency response level.57

161、. From which date were private cars allowed to go out of Wuhan? A. January 23.B. March 11.C. April 8.D. May 7.2019年高考真题题组【2019全国I卷】Need a Job This Summer?The provincial government and its partners offer many programs to help students find summer jobs. The deadlines and what you need to apply depend

162、on the program.Not a student? Go to the government website to learn about programs and online tools available to help people under 30 build skills, find a job or start businesses all year round.Jobs for YouthIf you are a teenager living in certain parts of the province, you could be eligible(符合条件)fo

163、r this program, which provides eight weeks of paid employment along with training.Who is eligible: Youth 15-18 years old in select communities(社区).Summer Company Summer Company provides students with hands-on business training and awards of up to $3,000 to start and run their own summer businesses.W

164、ho is eligible: Students aged 15-29, returning to school in the fall.Stewardship Youth Ranger Program You could apply to be a Stewardship Youth Ranger and work on local natural resource management projects for eight weeks this summer.Who is eligible: Students aged 16 or 17 at time of hire, but not t

165、urning 18 before December 31 this year.Summer Employment Opportunities(机会)Through the Summer Employment Opportunities program, students are hired each year in a variety of summer positions across the Provincial Public Service, its related agencies and community groups.Who is eligible: Students aged

166、15 or older. Some positions require students to be 15 to 24 or up to 29 for persons with a disability.21. What is special about Summer Company? A. It requires no training before employment.B. It provides awards for running new businesses.C. It allows one to work in the natural environment.D. It offe

167、rs more summer job opportunities.22. What is the age range required by Stewardship Youth Ranger Program? A.15-18. B.15-24. C.15-29. D.16-17.23. Which program favors the disabled? A. Jobs for Youth. B. Summer Company. C. Stewardship Youth Ranger Program. D. Summer Employment Opportunities.【2019全国II卷】

168、My Favourite BooksJo Usmar is a writer for Cosmopolitan and co-author of the This Book Will series（系列）of lifestyle books. Here she picks her top reads.Matilda Roald Dahl I once wrote a paper on the influence of fairy tales on Roald Dahls writing and it gave me a new appreciation for his strange and

169、delightful words. Matildas battles with her cruel me parents and the bossy headmisres, Miss Trunchbull, are equally fumy and frightening, but theyre also aspirational.After Dark Haruki Murakami Its about two sisters-Eri, a model who either wont or cant stop sleeping, and Mari, a young student. In tr

170、ying to connect to her sister. Mari starts changing her life and discovers a world of diverse ” night people” who are hiding secrets.Gone Girl Gillian FynnThere was a bit of me that didnt want to love this when everyone else on the planet did but the horror story is brilliant. Theres tension and anx

171、iety from the beginning as Nick and Amy battle for your trust. Its a real whodunit and the frustration when you realise whats going on is horribly enjoyableThe Stand Stephen KingThis is an excellent fantasy novel from one of the best storytellers around. After a serious flu outbreak wipes out 99.4%

172、of the worlds population, a battle unfolds between good and evil among those let. Randall Flagg is one of the scariest characters ever. 21. Who does I refer to in the text?A. Stephen King.B. Gillian Flynn. C. Jo Usmar.D. Roald Dahl22. Which of the following tells about Mari and Eri? A. Cosmopolitan.

173、B. Matilda. C. After Dark.D. The Stand.23. What kind of book is Gone Girl?)A.A folk tale.B.A biography. C.A love story.D.A horror story.【2019全国III卷】OPENINGS AND PREVIEWSAnimals Out of Paper Yolo！Productions and the Great Griffon present the play by Rajiv Joseph，in which an origami（折纸术）artist invites

174、 a teenage talent and his teacher into her studio. Merri Milwe directs. In previews. Opens Feb.12.（West Park Presbyterian Church，165 W.86th St.212-868-4444.）The Audience Helen Mirren stars in the play by Peter Morgan，about Queen Elizabeth II of the UK and her private meetings with twelve Prime Minis

175、ters in the course of sixty years. Stephen Daldry directs. Also starring Dylan Baker and Judith Ivey. Previews begin Feb.14.（Schoenfeld，236 W.45th St.212-239-6200.）Hamilton Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote this musical about Alexander Hamilton，in which the birth of America is presented as an immigrant story

176、. Thomas Kail directs. In previews. Opens Feb.17.（Public，425 Lafayette St.212-967-7555.）On the Twentieth Century Kristin Chenoweth and Peter Gallagher star in the musical comedy by Betty Comden and Adolph Green，about a Broadway producer who tries to win a movie stars love during a cross-country trai

177、n journey. Scott Ellis directs，for Roundabout Theatre Company. Previews begin Feb.12.（American Airlines Theatre，227 W.42nd St.212-719-1300.）21. What is the play by Rajiv Joseph probably about?.A.A type of art.B.A teenagers studio.C.A great teacher.D.A group of animals.22. Who is the director of The

178、Audience?A. Helen Mirren.B. Peter Morgan.C. Dylan Baker.D. Stephen Daldry.23. Which play will you go to if you are interested in American history?A. Animals Out of Paper.B. The Audience.C. Hamilton.D. On the Twentieth Century.【2019全国北京卷】Want to explore new cultures，meet new people and do something w

179、orthwhile at the same time? You can do all the three with Global Development Association(GDA).Whatever stage of life youre at，wherever you go and whatever project you do in GDA，youll create positive changes in a poor and remote community(社区).We work with volunteers of all ages and backgrounds. Most

180、of our volunteers are aged 17-24.Now we need volunteer managers aged 25-75.They are extremely important in the safe and effective running of our programmes. We have such roles as project managers，mountain leaders，and communication officers.Depending on which role you choose，you could help to increas

181、e a communitys access to safe drinking water，or help to protect valuable local cultures. You might also design an adventure challenge to train young volunteers.Not only will you help our young volunteers to develop personally，youll also learn new skills and increase your cultural awareness. You may

182、have chances to meet new people wholl become your lifelong friends.This summer we have both 4-week and 7-week programmes:CountrySchedule4-week programmes7-week programmesAlgeria5 Jul.- 1Aug.20Jun. -7Aug.Egypt24 Jul-20 Aug.19Jun.-6 Aug.Kenya20 Jul.-16Aug.18 Jun.-5 Aug.South Africa2Aug.-29 Aug.15 Jun.

183、-2Aug.GDA ensures that volunteers work with community members and local project partners where our help is needed. All our projects aim to promote the development of poor and remote communities.There is no other chance like a GDA programme. Join us as a volunteer manager to develop your own skills w

184、hile bringing benefits to the communities.Find out more about joining a GDA programme:Website:www.glodeve.orgEmail:humanresourcesglodeve.org31. What is the main responsibility of volunteer managers?A. To seek local partnersB. To take in young volunteersC. To carry out programmesD. To foster cultural

185、 awareness32. The programme beginning in August will operate in .A. EgyptB. AlgeriaC. KenyaD. South Afria33. The shared goal of GDAs projects to .A. explore new culturesB. protect the environmentC. gain corporate benefitD. help communities in need【2019天津卷】History Fair CompetitionUnderstanding histor

186、y is vital to understanding ourselves as a people and as a nation. History is much more than the study of dusty old objects and events long past. It is an essential part of who we are today and who we will become. Thornton Middle School History Fair Competition makes understanding history exciting,

187、engaging, and fun！This Years ThemeAll participants must address how communication or transportation technology has promoted the quality of life for Americans throughout history. To many people, technology means computers, hand-held devices, or vehicles that travel to distant planets. However, techno

188、logy is also the application of scientific knowledge to solve a problem, touching lives in countless ways.Individuals or groups may enter one of the following categories:PerformanceDocumentary(纪实作品)Essay WritingCategory RequirementsPerformance: A dramatic presentation of the topic no more than 10 mi

189、nutes long. If special clothes are used, they should truly represent a given period.Documentary: A visual presentation(such as a video, slide show, or computer project)no more than 10 minutes long. A desktop computer, screen, projector, and loudspeakers will be available. Students must provide their

190、 presentations on CDs before Friday, March 23.Essay Writing: An academic paper of 2,000 to 2,500 words. No illustrations(图解) are allowed. Please do not include covers. A list of references must be included.Important DatesJanuary 5 Submit a topic proposal to your history teacher. The teacher may requ

191、ire a second proposal if the first is off-topic or unclear.February 5 Submit a first draft of your essay, performance script(剧本), or documentary highlights.February 19 A committee of teachers will evaluate materials and give opinions. Students then have an opportunity to improve their products.March

192、 9 Submit a final draft of your essay.March 15 Performance and documentary committee previewMarch 24 Thornton Middle School History Fair Competition7：00A. M.9：00 A. M Participants signing in at the gym10：00A. M.6：00 P. M. Competition and judges review7：00P.M. Awards ceremony and picnic36. According

193、to Paragraph 1, what is the major goal of understanding history?A. To preserve national traditions.B. To prepare for a history competition.C. To better know the present and future.D. To further explore historical mysteries.37. What is the theme of this years competition?A. Technology advances scienc

194、e.B. Science interacts with technology.C. Science has made the study of history easy.D. Technology has improved the life of Americans 38. Among the items provided by the school for a visual presentation are _.A. special clothes and a screenB. a desktop computer and a CDC. a projector and special clo

195、thesD. a desktop computer and loudspeakers39. What would a participant have to do with an essay of 1,500 words to meet the category requirement?A. Include more information in the essay.B. Remove the references.C. Provide a cover for the essay.D. Explain the details with illustrations.40. What will t

196、he committee of teachers do on February 19?A. Preview performances and documentaries.B. Make comments on the materials.C. Improve the participants first draft.D. Collect a second proposal from the participant.【2019江苏卷】Whatever your age or interests, Buxton has something to see or do to make your vis

197、it truly memorable.High energyIf you desire physical activities, you can choose activities from swimming to horse riding. Explore the heights with Go Ape, the high wire forest adventure course, or journey beneath the earth at Pooles Cavern. And dont forget: we are surrounded by a natural playground

198、just perfect for walking, caving, climbing and cycling.High mindedBuxton is justifiably proud of its cultural life and youll find much to suit all tastes with art, music, opera and the performing arts at Buxton Opera House & Pavilion Arts Centre and Green Man Gallery. There are plenty of opportuniti

199、es for the creative person to become involved, including workshops and events.Keeping the kids happyChildren love the small train and playgrounds in the Pavilion Gardens and theres plenty more to explore at the Buxton Museum. Theres a new indoor play centre, plus the special events and workshops, an

200、d others during school holiday periods56. If you want to take an undergound journey, which place is the best choice?A. Pooles Cavern.B. Pavilion Gardens.C. Buxton MuseumD. Green Man Gallery.57. Buxton Open House & Pavilion Arts Centre is special because it offers _.A. rides in small trainsB. courses in modern artsC. artistic and cultural activitiesD. basic courses in horse riding