Unit 1 People of Achievement单元综合能力测评（含答案）
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Unit 1单元综合能力测评
(时间:120分钟 满分:150分)
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1.Where are the speakers
A.At a gym.
B.At a restaurant.
C.At a cinema.
2.What happened to the man
A.He was locked out.
B.He missed the train.
C.He lost his keys.
3.When will the conference begin
A.At 7:30.
B.At 8:30.
C.At 9:00.
4.What does the woman dislike about her trip
A.The weather.
B.The traffic.
C.The scenery.
5.What are the speakers talking about
A.A job position.
B.A fellow worker.
C.A new office.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话和独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6.What seems to be the man’s problem
A.He doesn’t sleep well.
B.He has no more pills.
C.He can’t focus properly.
7.What is the man advised to do
A.Stay home from work.
B.Have a check-up.
C.Stop feeling anxious.
听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。
8.Who reached the top of Mount Qomolangma
A.Ellen.
B.Jonathan.
C.Heather.
9.How long did the man spend on his adventure travel
A.Ninety-six days.
B.Four months.
C.One year.
10.What does the woman think about doing in the future
A.Walking through a national park.
B.Cycling along a country road.
C.Camping out in the mountains.
听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。
11.How did the man get to work today
A.By bike.
B.By bus.
C.On foot.
12.What is the man’s major concern about driving a car
A.Expenses.
B.Health.
C.Environment.
13.What does the woman think of using a car
A.It’s costly.
B.It’s dangerous.
C.It’s convenient.
听第9段材料,回答第14至16题。
14.Which colour is unsuitable for office walls
A.Green.
B.Red.
C.Yellow.
15.What effect does natural light have on office workers
A.It is good for their eyes.
B.It helps them concentrate.
C.It makes them feel cheerful.
16.Who are most likely to be interested in the talk
A.Managers.
B.Painters.
C.Teachers.
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17.What is Julian doing
A.Planning her budget.
B.Conducting an interview.
C.Giving advice on studies.
18.Which costs Matt most each month
A.Food.
B.Clothes.
C.Books.
19.How much does Matt spend on sports a month
A.About $15.
B.About $30.
C.About $50.
20.What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A.Strangers.
B.Schoolmates.
C.Co-workers.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳答案。
A
Being compared to great people like Stephen Hawking and Albert Einstein is not something that happens to the average person.At the age of just 23,Sabrina Gonzalez Pasterski has already achieved much more goals than most of us ever will in our lifetime.
When she was only 14 years old,the Chicago girl made her own single engine airplane—by herself.She then flew it across Lake Michigan,becoming the youngest person to ever fly their own plane.
She graduated from Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) in 2010 and entered Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
At first,she had to wait to be accepted into the school,but once Professors Allen Haggerty and Earll Murman watched her video they had no doubt.Femalista quoted Haggerty as saying: After just three years at MIT she has already achieved the highest possible grade point average of 5.0.
She is now studying further at Harvard University,with full academic freedom.Once again she is only 23 years old.
What’s even more impressive is that she is no longer interested in building planes but has turned her attention to physics,namely black holes and how gravity (重力)affects space and time—that is why she is being compared to Einstein and Hawking.
Pasterski records all of her work on her website Physics Girl,but if you are a little shocked by her achievements,she has some words for you.
During an interview with Marie Claire earlier this year she said,“Being optimistic about what you believe you can do.When you’re little,you say a lot of things about what you’ll do or be when you’re older—I think it’s important not to forget those dreams.”
21.WhydoestheauthormentionEinsteinandHawkingatthebeginning
A.To honour the two scientists.
B.To compare the two scientists.
C.To bring out the key character.
D.To introduce their achievements.
22.What can we infer from Haggerty’s words
A.Pasterski had to wait three months.
B.He thought highly of Pasterski.
C.He had some doubt about Pasterski.
D.Pasterski had average grades at college.
23.What is even more impressive about Pasterski
A.She has full academic freedom at Harvard.
B.She records all of her work on her website.
C.She becomes the youngest person to fly a plane.
D.She is interested in some special fields of physics.
24.According to Pasterski,whicharetheimportantqualitiesthatpeopleneedtosucceed
A.Independence and concentration.
B.Concentration and optimism.
C.Optimism and determination.
D.Friendliness and determination.
B
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Retirein:Los Angeles,CA
Ever since IBM CEO Ginni Rometty coined the term “new collar” to describe well-paid jobs that require specific skills but not necessarily a degree,vocational schools have made a serious comeback.Apparently instructors are in short supply in sunny L.A.,where there are 13 jobs at vocational schools for every applicant on the market.This is a great opportunity for skilled retirees since,unlike teaching at a public school that requires a state certificate,the only requirement here is that you be a seasoned expert in your field.
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Consulting is a great option for a retired business professional looking to make their own hours,be their own boss,and earn as much or as little as needed to maintain their standard of living.For every consultant in Miami right now there are 13 businesses hoping to hire them.There’s even greater demand here than in Washington D.C.,which is typically considered the consulting capital of the world.
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As the economy continues to boom and more Americans have extra income to spend,the tourism industry has taken off.This is particularly true in Austin,TX,where there were astonishing 36 tourism jobs for every applicant in July.Between four-star hotels,the noisy rock’n’roll scene,and a new food culture,Austin is the place to be if you want to work in service industry.
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Retire in:Charleston,SC
If you’re a Baby Boomer with a degree in the arts,now could be the perfect time to revisit your passion for creativity,especially if you also want to live in the center of southern Charm.Between the 14 art galleries on King Street in Old Town,an abundance of acting companies and theaters,and music festivals,it’s not surprising there were 25 jobs for every art applicant in Charleston.
25.Whichcareerfocusesonanapplicant’sskillsinsteadofadiploma
A.Vocational School Instructor.
B.Supporter of the Arts.
C.Business Consultant.
D.Tourist Wrangler.
26.Whichcityoffersanapplicantmorejoboptionsthantheothers
A.Los Angeles.
B.Miami.
C.Austin.
D.Charleston.
27.Who is the text intended for
A.Children.
B.Graduates.
C.Retirees.
D.Tourists.
C
Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm were two young men from Germany who loved a good story.As university students,they became interested in folktales—traditional stories that people memorized and told again and again.They began to collect traditional folktales from storytellers all over Germany.Many were similar to stories told in France,Italy,Japan,and other countries.Between 1812 and 1814,the brothers published two books in German.These included stories like “Hansel and Gretel” and “Little Red Riding Hood”.
Despite the fact that Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm are often associated with Snow White and Rapunzel,the brothers didn’t actually write any of those stories.In fact,the stories existed long before the two men were born in Germany in the mid-1780s.The fairy tales,in fact,were part of a rich oral tradition—passed down from generation to generation,often by women seeking to pass the time during household chores.In 1812,Jacob and Wilhelm published the stories as part of a collection titled Nursery and Household Tales,or what is now known as Grimm’s Fairy Tales.
The Grimm brothers’ tales were about traditional life and beliefs.For example,forests are common in Germany,and this image often appears in the Grimms’ stories.In the past,many people believed forests were dangerous places.In the Grimms’ stories,a forest is the home of evil witches,talking animals,and other magical beings.
Although most people today think of these stories as fairy tales for children,the brothers first wrote them for adults.Many of their early tales were dark and a little scary.Later,the brothers changed the text of some of the original stories.They “softened” many of the tales and added drawings.This made them more appropriate(合适的) for children.Like the early tales,though,each story still has a moral:work hard,be good,and listen to your parents.
Actually,university-trained philologists (语言学者) and librarians,Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm published more than fairy tales.They wrote books about mythology,and published scholarly works on linguistics and medieval studies.
28.What is the main purpose of the reading
A.TocomparetheGrimms’storiestomodernchildren’sstories.
B.To explain why story telling is importantin Germany.
C.To examine two of the Grimms’ fairy tales.
D.TogiveinformationabouttheGrimmbrothersandtheirstories.
29.Which of these statements is true about the Grimm brothers
A.They invented the fairy tales in their books.
B.They wrote their books in different languages.
C.They became interested in folktales as students.
D.They travelled to many countries to collect stories.
30.Which of the following best explains “moral” underlined in Paragraph 4
A.Interest.
B.Text.
C.Story.
D.Message.
31.What do we know about the Grimms’ stories
A.The later stories had morals,like the early ones.
B.The early stories were written for children.
C.The early stories had a lot of drawings.
D.The later stories reflected German life,but the early ones didn’t.
D
Violette Childe,67,is a dining companion who helps serve patients lunches.The role was introduced ten years ago by a dietitian concerning that some patients were not eating their meals.
“Many of our patients are elderly and can be confused by the noisy,busy environment of the hospital and so won’t focus on eating,” explains Yvonne Donglas-Morris,head of volunteering,who oversees the activities of all 528 of the trusty volunteers.“Staff are busy with the clinical side of things,so the dining companions were introduced.They will assist the patients and encourage them to eat.”
Violette,a retired library manager,has been helping out for six years.“It makes me feel a bit more complete,” she says simply.“Helping with the meals frees up the nurses to get on with other things.I believe in being a part of the community and this hospital is part of my community.”
Another key role is played by the discharge volunteers,who offer support to the elderly,especially those aged 70 and over—leaving hospital to return to an empty home.The team has a budget of ￡10 per person and will pop to the shops and buy milk,bread and a meal to tide them over for the first few hours.They then call the patients regularly,for as long as they need,to check how they are getting on and if they need extra support.
The volunteers in Kingston work from a dedicated office—a small room in one of the buildings on the hospital grounds,where a Christmas tree decorated with baubles (小饰物) bearing the faces of volunteers sits in the corner.“All the volunteers come and gather here;it gets very busy at times,” smiles Nicola Hutin,67,a discharge support volunteer.A mother of two,and grandmother of four,she was a membership coordinator (协调员) for a trade association until she retired,and has since volunteered at the hospital one morning a week for 18 months.
32.What can we learn about dining companions
A.Their working conditions are noisy.
B.They are great assistants for doctors.
C.They often make patients more nervous.
D.The occupation existed more than ten years ago.
33.What does Violette think of her work
A.She finds it tiring and boring.
B.She finds it easy to complete her work.
C.She believes it gives her a sense of belonging.
D.She believes helping patients with meals is to free up the community.
34.What does a discharge volunteer do for the patients
A.Raise money for the elderly.
B.Pay a visit to them at home.
C.Buy daily necessities for them.
D.Ring to check their health condition.
35.Which of the following can best describe the theme of the text
A.It is never too old to learn.
B.Many hands make light work.
C.Health is better than wealth.
D.God helps those who help themselves.
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Some individuals are born with a gift for public speaking. 36 Do you want to be a good public speaker Here are some principles you must master.
People want to listen to someone who is interesting,relaxed and comfortable.Too often,when you stand up to give a speech,you focus on the “public” at the expense of the “speaking.” 37 Focus on the speaking.Talk directly to your audience,be yourself and make a connection.
Even the most successful public speaker will make mistakes.Yet,the only one who cares about any mistake is the one who is speaking.People’s attention wanders constantly.In fact,most people only absorb about 20 percent of a speaker’s message.So,don’t stop speaking when you make a mistake unless it’s a truly serious one. 38
Your goal is not to be a perfect public speaker. 39 And like everything else in life,that takes practice.Remember,even world champion athletes practice their skills on a consistent basis.
40 It’s rare to hear someone say,“I wish that speaker had spoken longer.”On the other hand,you probably can’t count the times that you’ve thought,“I’m glad that talk is over.It seemed to go on forever!” So surprise your audience.Always make your presentation just a bit shorter than anticipated.It’s better to leave your listeners wishing for more than shifting restlessly in their seats waiting for your speech finally to end.
A.Do the opposite.
B.You want to be an effective public speaker.
C.You don’t need to apologize for a minor slip.
D.When it comes to public speaking,less is usually more.
E.The objective of most speeches is to benefit the audience.
F.Take the fear out of public speaking by focusing on your listeners.
G.However,the majority of people are effective speakers because they train to be.
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
As the temperature approached as high as 90℉ last July 4th,three police officers went into a Foods Market to get something 41 to drink.Once inside,they were asked by a security guard to help with a 42 woman.The woman in question was obviously 43 ,and her cheeks were wet with tears.The officers looked inside her bag.All they saw were containers of 44 .
“I’m hungry,” she explained 45 .Caught red-handed,the woman no doubt expected to be treated as a 46 .But the police had other 47 .“We’ll pay for her food.” One of them told the 48 security guard.She would not be 49 .
Drying her wet 50 ,the woman repeated,“Thank you,thank you.” She wasn’t the only one touched by this act of 51 .Customers at the store were so impressed by what they’d 52 that some even posted a photo on Twitter. 53 ,attention was never what the officers sought.They were 54 by a far more common emotion.When we look at someone’s face and see that they need you,it’s pretty 55 as a human being to walk away from something like this.
41.A.safe B.sweet
C.clean D.cold
42.A.wounded B.suspected
C.reported D.wronged
43.A.scared B.disappointed
C.puzzled D.annoyed
44.A.clothes B.medicine
C.toys D.food
45.A.politely B.loudly
C.seriously D.hopelessly
46.A.thief B.beggar
C.victim D.customer
47.A.facts B.secrets
C.ideas D.reasons
48.A.rude B.surprised
C.patient D.embarrassed
49.A.arrested B.employed
C.kept D.doubted
50.A.bag B.hands
C.packet D.cheeks
51.A.caution B.sympathy
C.justice D.faith
52.A.ignored B.expected
C.witnessed D.recognized
53.A.However B.Therefore
C.Besides D.Instead
54.A.attracted B.controlled
C.required D.driven
55.A.typical B.amazing
C.difficult D.silly
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
In ancient China lived an artist 56. paintings were almost lifelike.The artist’s reputation had made him proud.One day the emperor wanted to get his portrait(画像) done so he called all great artists to come and present their 57. (fine) work,so that he could choose the best.The artist was sure he would 58.(choose),but when he presented his masterpiece to the emperor’s chief minister,the old man laughed.The wise old man told him to travel to the Li River—perhaps he could learn a little from the greatest artist in the world.
Filled with 59. (curious),the artist packed his bags and left.60. he asked the villagers on the banks of the river where he could find the legendary(传奇的) artist,they smiled and 61.(point) down the river.The next morning he hired a boat and set out 62.(find) the well-known painter.As the small boat moved 63. (gentle) along the river he was left speechless by the mountains being silently reflected in the water.He passed milky white waterfalls and mountains in many shades of blue.And when he saw the mists rising from the river and the soft clouds 64.(surround) the mountain tops,he was reduced to tears.The artist was finally humbled(谦卑) by the greatest artist 65. earth,Mother Nature.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
2020年,郎平带领的中国女排再次荣获“感动中国十大人物”。请你根据以下信息,写一篇80词左右的短文,介绍一下郎平。
1.郎平,1960年12月10日出生于天津市,13岁的郎平开始练习打排球。1978年,因在全国排球比赛中表现突出,进入国家队;从1980年起,郎平获得很多荣誉。
2.郎平退役后成为排球教练。2016年,郎平带领中国女排,时隔12年,在里约奥运会(the Rio Olympic Games)上获得金牌。
3.郎平是中国第一个作为球员和教练员均夺取过奥运会冠军的排球运动员。
第二节(满分25分)
阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给的段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Though it is one of the faded memories of my life today,there are times when I remember his face clearly,especially his eyes.As he had yellow spots on his eyes we called him Spotty.He would have been a stray (流浪) dog,until he came to me.
I was seven years old.My dad had just got a new job in Nasik.We had moved into a rented house.It was raining very heavily on the day we moved.
It was a cold dark night.We had our meal and went to sleep.Somehow at midnight I heard some strange sounds outside the main door.I gathered courage and looked out through the window and I was really amused with what I saw outside.
There was a small puppy lying on an old doormat which my mother had put outside the door.It was wet and trembling.At first it was difficult to see the little one.It was the yellow spots on its eyes that made me realise its presence.
It was trying to get under the doormat to avoid the cold air outside and it had managed to get in as I could see only its head outside the doormat.Was it sick or injured
I felt pity for the poor soul.I went in and came out with an old towel.I went near the innocent one and held it in my hand and wiped the puppy till he had become dry.I took him into my room and made a bed for him with a woolen blanket and a small pillow.He seemed very healthy and comfortable in his new bed as he went to sleep immediately.
The next morning,everyone in the family came to know about the unusual guest.“Shall we keep him with us ” I questioned my mom.
Like any other parents would,my parents first totally refused my idea but my sister and I convinced them to keep Spotty.
Slowly Spotty got on with everyone and became one of the family members.
注意:续写词数应为150左右。
One day,Spotty returned from his daily walk with a broken leg.
Almost a year later,one midnight we heard Spotty barking breathlessly.
参考答案：
【听力】
M:Wow,so many choices,and so many people.So,what kind of film do you want to see
W:It’s up to you,but nothing too violent,please.
C
M:Know what I couldn’t get back into my apartment and had to stay at a hotel last night.
W:How did that happen Did you lose your keys
M:No,I left them in the apartment,and my wife was on a business trip.
A
W:How much time do we have before the conference We don’t have to hurry,do we
M:Don’t worry.It’s 7:30 now.We still have an hour and a half.It takes only thirty minutes to get there.
C
M:How was your trip to London
W:It was fantastic!I visited a lot of places:churches,museums,and the royal palaces.And the weather was fine.Horrible traffic,though.
B
M:Hey,did you see Ann in the office this morning
W:Yes,but why did she have such a long face
M:I’m not sure.I heard she failed to get promoted.
B
M:What about the problems I’ve been having
W:Not serious.Take some medicine and you will get a better night’s sleep.
M:Thank you.How should I take the medicine
W:Take one pill about thirty minutes before you go to bed.
M:How long should I take them
W:Thirty days.
M:Is there anything else I can do
W:Don’t worry so much about things at work.
M:Should I stay home from work
W:No,it’s not necessary.Just remember to stay calm.
A
C
M:Hey,Heather,can I sit here
W:Yeah,sure,Jonathan.How’s your day
M:Good.Say,are you planning your summer travels
W:Well,not yet.I was just reading a story about this woman,Ellen Wilson,who climbed up Mount Qomolangma.
M:Yeah,I read that too.A rather extraordinary experience,isn’t it Ninety-six days!She’s actually a graduate of our college,class of 2012.
W:Oh really So,Jonathan,what amazing things have you done
M:Well,I just went cycling across South America.
W:You didn’t!
M:I did.Just last year before I entered the graduate school.It was such a brilliant time.Four months on the road enjoying wonderful scenery in the country,in towns and in cities all along the way.I got a bit tired,though.
W:Sounds great.Hmm.Maybe I should think seriously about my big life adventure,like taking a long walk across a national park.
M:Wow.Let me know if you need someone to go with you.
A
B
A
W:You’re late!
M:Yes,I’m really sorry.I had to wait for ages for the bus.
W:Why didn’t you drive
M:Ah well,I’ve sold my car.
W:Oh,are you getting a new one
M:No,I’m not getting another car.I’ve decided to live without one.
W:Wow.What made you do that
M:I think there are too many cars.And this town is already far too polluted.
W:Well,that’s true.But a car is useful.
M:I don’t think so.Not in the city centre,anyway.I can never find anywhere to park.And you spend most of the time sitting in traffic jams.
W:But how are you going to get to work
M:I’m thinking of getting a bicycle.
W:Don’t you think bicycles are dangerous
M:Not really.I don’t think they’re as dangerous as cars.
W:Well,I couldn’t do without my car.I have to take the children to school every day.
M:I don’t think children get enough exercise these days.They should walk to school.
W:Okay,I see what you mean.
B
C
C
W:Hello everyone.I’m very glad to be here to talk to you.People need to feel secure and comfortable so they can be creative.Well-designed workplaces often create environments that make employees better thinkers.So today,I’ll talk about how to design workplaces that inspire creativity.I hope you can find it useful.First,the colour of the office walls.Decorate your office with green.Other bright colours such as light blue and yellow can also increase creativity.Calmer colours help us concentrate.Green also reminds us of nature,which may help us to relax.Avoid red when you are choosing a colour.While it can give us a feeling of energy,it also affects our ability to analyse information.Then,let’s turn to lighting.Lighting is also important.Too dark,workers can feel sleepy.While,if it is too bright,it can make them feel
anxious.The best kind of lighting is natural light.It makes us happier and more productive.When it comes to artificial lighting,warm colours are the best.But if we need to concentrate,a bluer light is better.Space is another important matter.A company might want to develop a variety of spaces in an office so staff can find privacy if needed,but also work in open areas for creative thinking.
B
C
A
W:Hi,Matt.May I ask you a few questions
M:Certainly,Julian.What do you want to know
W:I’m doing a study on the spending habits of students in our school.I’m writing a paper for my social studies course.
M:That sounds interesting.
W:To begin with,how much money do you get from your parents a month
M:I get about five hundred dollars.
W:How do you spend your money
M:I spend about three hundred dollars on food.You know how I like to eat.
W:Yes.What about the rest of the money
M:Well,I spend on shows about thirty dollars a month.Games,uh,for rental of tennis court and balls about fifty dollars.I do spend some on things like reading material.And the rest I save.
W:What about clothes
M:My mother buys them for me.
W:Thanks a lot,Matt.
M:You’re welcome!
B
A
C
B
【阅读理解】
A:2124CBDC
B:25-27ACC
C:28-31DCDA
D:32-35ACDB
【七选五】
36-40GACBD
【完形填空】
41-45DBADD 46-50ACBAD 51-55BCADC
【语法填空】
56.whose
57.finest
58.be chosen
59.curiosity
60.When/As
61.pointed
62.to find
63.gently
64.surrounding
65.on
【写作】
【应用文】
Lang Ping,born on 10th,Dec.1960 in Tianjin,is a famous volleyball coach.At the age of 13,Lang Ping began to play volleyball.She joined the national team because of her excellent performance in the national volleyball game in 1978.She was so hard-working that she won a lot of awards from 1980 on.After she retired from the volleyball team,she became a volleyball coach.In 2016 she took the Chinese Women’s Volleyball team to take part in the Rio Olympic Games and won the gold medal.She is the first Chinese volleyball player to win the Olympic championship as a player and coach.
【故事续写】
One day,Spotty returned from his daily walk with a broken leg.He came to my room and sat near me.It was then that I saw his hind leg was injured and was bleeding.I called out my mother and she quickly tied a bandage around his leg and gave him food to eat.I was very upset.But the next day,Spotty was up to his usual pranks though he limped a bit.After this incident my relation with Spotty became more intense.I really admired him a lot for his courage.
Almost a year later,one midnight we heard Spotty barking breathlessly.We came out and saw that he was barking continuously heading somewhere.After some time Spotty became quiet.I patted him on his back and came inside.The next morning,my heart skipped a beat when I didn’t see Spotty.I searched for him in each and every corner but he was nowhere.And this time he had gone and would never come back.I cried and waited for him.We waited for one long week.But there were no signs of him.Then one day my dad got transferred to Mumbai.We shifted back to Mumbai.What would have happened to Spotty Would he have died These were the only questions in my mind,but they all remained unanswered forever.
(时间:120分钟 满分:150分)
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1.Where are the speakers
A.At a gym.
B.At a restaurant.
C.At a cinema.
2.What happened to the man
A.He was locked out.
B.He missed the train.
C.He lost his keys.
3.When will the conference begin
A.At 7:30.
B.At 8:30.
C.At 9:00.
4.What does the woman dislike about her trip
A.The weather.
B.The traffic.
C.The scenery.
5.What are the speakers talking about
A.A job position.
B.A fellow worker.
C.A new office.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话和独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6.What seems to be the man’s problem
A.He doesn’t sleep well.
B.He has no more pills.
C.He can’t focus properly.
7.What is the man advised to do
A.Stay home from work.
B.Have a check-up.
C.Stop feeling anxious.
听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。
8.Who reached the top of Mount Qomolangma
A.Ellen.
B.Jonathan.
C.Heather.
9.How long did the man spend on his adventure travel
A.Ninety-six days.
B.Four months.
C.One year.
10.What does the woman think about doing in the future
A.Walking through a national park.
B.Cycling along a country road.
C.Camping out in the mountains.
听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。
11.How did the man get to work today
A.By bike.
B.By bus.
C.On foot.
12.What is the man’s major concern about driving a car
A.Expenses.
B.Health.
C.Environment.
13.What does the woman think of using a car
A.It’s costly.
B.It’s dangerous.
C.It’s convenient.
听第9段材料,回答第14至16题。
14.Which colour is unsuitable for office walls
A.Green.
B.Red.
C.Yellow.
15.What effect does natural light have on office workers
A.It is good for their eyes.
B.It helps them concentrate.
C.It makes them feel cheerful.
16.Who are most likely to be interested in the talk
A.Managers.
B.Painters.
C.Teachers.
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17.What is Julian doing
A.Planning her budget.
B.Conducting an interview.
C.Giving advice on studies.
18.Which costs Matt most each month
A.Food.
B.Clothes.
C.Books.
19.How much does Matt spend on sports a month
A.About $15.
B.About $30.
C.About $50.
20.What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A.Strangers.
B.Schoolmates.
C.Co-workers.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳答案。
A
Being compared to great people like Stephen Hawking and Albert Einstein is not something that happens to the average person.At the age of just 23,Sabrina Gonzalez Pasterski has already achieved much more goals than most of us ever will in our lifetime.
When she was only 14 years old,the Chicago girl made her own single engine airplane—by herself.She then flew it across Lake Michigan,becoming the youngest person to ever fly their own plane.
She graduated from Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) in 2010 and entered Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
At first,she had to wait to be accepted into the school,but once Professors Allen Haggerty and Earll Murman watched her video they had no doubt.Femalista quoted Haggerty as saying: After just three years at MIT she has already achieved the highest possible grade point average of 5.0.
She is now studying further at Harvard University,with full academic freedom.Once again she is only 23 years old.
What’s even more impressive is that she is no longer interested in building planes but has turned her attention to physics,namely black holes and how gravity (重力)affects space and time—that is why she is being compared to Einstein and Hawking.
Pasterski records all of her work on her website Physics Girl,but if you are a little shocked by her achievements,she has some words for you.
During an interview with Marie Claire earlier this year she said,“Being optimistic about what you believe you can do.When you’re little,you say a lot of things about what you’ll do or be when you’re older—I think it’s important not to forget those dreams.”
21.WhydoestheauthormentionEinsteinandHawkingatthebeginning
A.To honour the two scientists.
B.To compare the two scientists.
C.To bring out the key character.
D.To introduce their achievements.
22.What can we infer from Haggerty’s words
A.Pasterski had to wait three months.
B.He thought highly of Pasterski.
C.He had some doubt about Pasterski.
D.Pasterski had average grades at college.
23.What is even more impressive about Pasterski
A.She has full academic freedom at Harvard.
B.She records all of her work on her website.
C.She becomes the youngest person to fly a plane.
D.She is interested in some special fields of physics.
24.According to Pasterski,whicharetheimportantqualitiesthatpeopleneedtosucceed
A.Independence and concentration.
B.Concentration and optimism.
C.Optimism and determination.
D.Friendliness and determination.
B
Hot Spots for Retirees to Start Their Encore Career
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Retirein:Los Angeles,CA
Ever since IBM CEO Ginni Rometty coined the term “new collar” to describe well-paid jobs that require specific skills but not necessarily a degree,vocational schools have made a serious comeback.Apparently instructors are in short supply in sunny L.A.,where there are 13 jobs at vocational schools for every applicant on the market.This is a great opportunity for skilled retirees since,unlike teaching at a public school that requires a state certificate,the only requirement here is that you be a seasoned expert in your field.
Encore Career: Business Consultant
Retire in:Miami,FL
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Encore Career: Tourist Wrangler
Retire in: Austin,TX
As the economy continues to boom and more Americans have extra income to spend,the tourism industry has taken off.This is particularly true in Austin,TX,where there were astonishing 36 tourism jobs for every applicant in July.Between four-star hotels,the noisy rock’n’roll scene,and a new food culture,Austin is the place to be if you want to work in service industry.
Encore Career: Supporter of the Arts
Retire in:Charleston,SC
If you’re a Baby Boomer with a degree in the arts,now could be the perfect time to revisit your passion for creativity,especially if you also want to live in the center of southern Charm.Between the 14 art galleries on King Street in Old Town,an abundance of acting companies and theaters,and music festivals,it’s not surprising there were 25 jobs for every art applicant in Charleston.
25.Whichcareerfocusesonanapplicant’sskillsinsteadofadiploma
A.Vocational School Instructor.
B.Supporter of the Arts.
C.Business Consultant.
D.Tourist Wrangler.
26.Whichcityoffersanapplicantmorejoboptionsthantheothers
A.Los Angeles.
B.Miami.
C.Austin.
D.Charleston.
27.Who is the text intended for
A.Children.
B.Graduates.
C.Retirees.
D.Tourists.
C
Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm were two young men from Germany who loved a good story.As university students,they became interested in folktales—traditional stories that people memorized and told again and again.They began to collect traditional folktales from storytellers all over Germany.Many were similar to stories told in France,Italy,Japan,and other countries.Between 1812 and 1814,the brothers published two books in German.These included stories like “Hansel and Gretel” and “Little Red Riding Hood”.
Despite the fact that Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm are often associated with Snow White and Rapunzel,the brothers didn’t actually write any of those stories.In fact,the stories existed long before the two men were born in Germany in the mid-1780s.The fairy tales,in fact,were part of a rich oral tradition—passed down from generation to generation,often by women seeking to pass the time during household chores.In 1812,Jacob and Wilhelm published the stories as part of a collection titled Nursery and Household Tales,or what is now known as Grimm’s Fairy Tales.
The Grimm brothers’ tales were about traditional life and beliefs.For example,forests are common in Germany,and this image often appears in the Grimms’ stories.In the past,many people believed forests were dangerous places.In the Grimms’ stories,a forest is the home of evil witches,talking animals,and other magical beings.
Although most people today think of these stories as fairy tales for children,the brothers first wrote them for adults.Many of their early tales were dark and a little scary.Later,the brothers changed the text of some of the original stories.They “softened” many of the tales and added drawings.This made them more appropriate(合适的) for children.Like the early tales,though,each story still has a moral:work hard,be good,and listen to your parents.
Actually,university-trained philologists (语言学者) and librarians,Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm published more than fairy tales.They wrote books about mythology,and published scholarly works on linguistics and medieval studies.
28.What is the main purpose of the reading
A.TocomparetheGrimms’storiestomodernchildren’sstories.
B.To explain why story telling is importantin Germany.
C.To examine two of the Grimms’ fairy tales.
D.TogiveinformationabouttheGrimmbrothersandtheirstories.
29.Which of these statements is true about the Grimm brothers
A.They invented the fairy tales in their books.
B.They wrote their books in different languages.
C.They became interested in folktales as students.
D.They travelled to many countries to collect stories.
30.Which of the following best explains “moral” underlined in Paragraph 4
A.Interest.
B.Text.
C.Story.
D.Message.
31.What do we know about the Grimms’ stories
A.The later stories had morals,like the early ones.
B.The early stories were written for children.
C.The early stories had a lot of drawings.
D.The later stories reflected German life,but the early ones didn’t.
D
Violette Childe,67,is a dining companion who helps serve patients lunches.The role was introduced ten years ago by a dietitian concerning that some patients were not eating their meals.
“Many of our patients are elderly and can be confused by the noisy,busy environment of the hospital and so won’t focus on eating,” explains Yvonne Donglas-Morris,head of volunteering,who oversees the activities of all 528 of the trusty volunteers.“Staff are busy with the clinical side of things,so the dining companions were introduced.They will assist the patients and encourage them to eat.”
Violette,a retired library manager,has been helping out for six years.“It makes me feel a bit more complete,” she says simply.“Helping with the meals frees up the nurses to get on with other things.I believe in being a part of the community and this hospital is part of my community.”
Another key role is played by the discharge volunteers,who offer support to the elderly,especially those aged 70 and over—leaving hospital to return to an empty home.The team has a budget of ￡10 per person and will pop to the shops and buy milk,bread and a meal to tide them over for the first few hours.They then call the patients regularly,for as long as they need,to check how they are getting on and if they need extra support.
The volunteers in Kingston work from a dedicated office—a small room in one of the buildings on the hospital grounds,where a Christmas tree decorated with baubles (小饰物) bearing the faces of volunteers sits in the corner.“All the volunteers come and gather here;it gets very busy at times,” smiles Nicola Hutin,67,a discharge support volunteer.A mother of two,and grandmother of four,she was a membership coordinator (协调员) for a trade association until she retired,and has since volunteered at the hospital one morning a week for 18 months.
32.What can we learn about dining companions
A.Their working conditions are noisy.
B.They are great assistants for doctors.
C.They often make patients more nervous.
D.The occupation existed more than ten years ago.
33.What does Violette think of her work
A.She finds it tiring and boring.
B.She finds it easy to complete her work.
C.She believes it gives her a sense of belonging.
D.She believes helping patients with meals is to free up the community.
34.What does a discharge volunteer do for the patients
A.Raise money for the elderly.
B.Pay a visit to them at home.
C.Buy daily necessities for them.
D.Ring to check their health condition.
35.Which of the following can best describe the theme of the text
A.It is never too old to learn.
B.Many hands make light work.
C.Health is better than wealth.
D.God helps those who help themselves.
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Some individuals are born with a gift for public speaking. 36 Do you want to be a good public speaker Here are some principles you must master.
People want to listen to someone who is interesting,relaxed and comfortable.Too often,when you stand up to give a speech,you focus on the “public” at the expense of the “speaking.” 37 Focus on the speaking.Talk directly to your audience,be yourself and make a connection.
Even the most successful public speaker will make mistakes.Yet,the only one who cares about any mistake is the one who is speaking.People’s attention wanders constantly.In fact,most people only absorb about 20 percent of a speaker’s message.So,don’t stop speaking when you make a mistake unless it’s a truly serious one. 38
Your goal is not to be a perfect public speaker. 39 And like everything else in life,that takes practice.Remember,even world champion athletes practice their skills on a consistent basis.
40 It’s rare to hear someone say,“I wish that speaker had spoken longer.”On the other hand,you probably can’t count the times that you’ve thought,“I’m glad that talk is over.It seemed to go on forever!” So surprise your audience.Always make your presentation just a bit shorter than anticipated.It’s better to leave your listeners wishing for more than shifting restlessly in their seats waiting for your speech finally to end.
A.Do the opposite.
B.You want to be an effective public speaker.
C.You don’t need to apologize for a minor slip.
D.When it comes to public speaking,less is usually more.
E.The objective of most speeches is to benefit the audience.
F.Take the fear out of public speaking by focusing on your listeners.
G.However,the majority of people are effective speakers because they train to be.
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
As the temperature approached as high as 90℉ last July 4th,three police officers went into a Foods Market to get something 41 to drink.Once inside,they were asked by a security guard to help with a 42 woman.The woman in question was obviously 43 ,and her cheeks were wet with tears.The officers looked inside her bag.All they saw were containers of 44 .
“I’m hungry,” she explained 45 .Caught red-handed,the woman no doubt expected to be treated as a 46 .But the police had other 47 .“We’ll pay for her food.” One of them told the 48 security guard.She would not be 49 .
Drying her wet 50 ,the woman repeated,“Thank you,thank you.” She wasn’t the only one touched by this act of 51 .Customers at the store were so impressed by what they’d 52 that some even posted a photo on Twitter. 53 ,attention was never what the officers sought.They were 54 by a far more common emotion.When we look at someone’s face and see that they need you,it’s pretty 55 as a human being to walk away from something like this.
41.A.safe B.sweet
C.clean D.cold
42.A.wounded B.suspected
C.reported D.wronged
43.A.scared B.disappointed
C.puzzled D.annoyed
44.A.clothes B.medicine
C.toys D.food
45.A.politely B.loudly
C.seriously D.hopelessly
46.A.thief B.beggar
C.victim D.customer
47.A.facts B.secrets
C.ideas D.reasons
48.A.rude B.surprised
C.patient D.embarrassed
49.A.arrested B.employed
C.kept D.doubted
50.A.bag B.hands
C.packet D.cheeks
51.A.caution B.sympathy
C.justice D.faith
52.A.ignored B.expected
C.witnessed D.recognized
53.A.However B.Therefore
C.Besides D.Instead
54.A.attracted B.controlled
C.required D.driven
55.A.typical B.amazing
C.difficult D.silly
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
In ancient China lived an artist 56. paintings were almost lifelike.The artist’s reputation had made him proud.One day the emperor wanted to get his portrait(画像) done so he called all great artists to come and present their 57. (fine) work,so that he could choose the best.The artist was sure he would 58.(choose),but when he presented his masterpiece to the emperor’s chief minister,the old man laughed.The wise old man told him to travel to the Li River—perhaps he could learn a little from the greatest artist in the world.
Filled with 59. (curious),the artist packed his bags and left.60. he asked the villagers on the banks of the river where he could find the legendary(传奇的) artist,they smiled and 61.(point) down the river.The next morning he hired a boat and set out 62.(find) the well-known painter.As the small boat moved 63. (gentle) along the river he was left speechless by the mountains being silently reflected in the water.He passed milky white waterfalls and mountains in many shades of blue.And when he saw the mists rising from the river and the soft clouds 64.(surround) the mountain tops,he was reduced to tears.The artist was finally humbled(谦卑) by the greatest artist 65. earth,Mother Nature.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
2020年,郎平带领的中国女排再次荣获“感动中国十大人物”。请你根据以下信息,写一篇80词左右的短文,介绍一下郎平。
1.郎平,1960年12月10日出生于天津市,13岁的郎平开始练习打排球。1978年,因在全国排球比赛中表现突出,进入国家队;从1980年起,郎平获得很多荣誉。
2.郎平退役后成为排球教练。2016年,郎平带领中国女排,时隔12年,在里约奥运会(the Rio Olympic Games)上获得金牌。
3.郎平是中国第一个作为球员和教练员均夺取过奥运会冠军的排球运动员。
第二节(满分25分)
阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给的段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Though it is one of the faded memories of my life today,there are times when I remember his face clearly,especially his eyes.As he had yellow spots on his eyes we called him Spotty.He would have been a stray (流浪) dog,until he came to me.
I was seven years old.My dad had just got a new job in Nasik.We had moved into a rented house.It was raining very heavily on the day we moved.
It was a cold dark night.We had our meal and went to sleep.Somehow at midnight I heard some strange sounds outside the main door.I gathered courage and looked out through the window and I was really amused with what I saw outside.
There was a small puppy lying on an old doormat which my mother had put outside the door.It was wet and trembling.At first it was difficult to see the little one.It was the yellow spots on its eyes that made me realise its presence.
It was trying to get under the doormat to avoid the cold air outside and it had managed to get in as I could see only its head outside the doormat.Was it sick or injured
I felt pity for the poor soul.I went in and came out with an old towel.I went near the innocent one and held it in my hand and wiped the puppy till he had become dry.I took him into my room and made a bed for him with a woolen blanket and a small pillow.He seemed very healthy and comfortable in his new bed as he went to sleep immediately.
The next morning,everyone in the family came to know about the unusual guest.“Shall we keep him with us ” I questioned my mom.
Like any other parents would,my parents first totally refused my idea but my sister and I convinced them to keep Spotty.
Slowly Spotty got on with everyone and became one of the family members.
注意:续写词数应为150左右。
One day,Spotty returned from his daily walk with a broken leg.
Almost a year later,one midnight we heard Spotty barking breathlessly.
参考答案：
【听力】
M:Wow,so many choices,and so many people.So,what kind of film do you want to see
W:It’s up to you,but nothing too violent,please.
C
M:Know what I couldn’t get back into my apartment and had to stay at a hotel last night.
W:How did that happen Did you lose your keys
M:No,I left them in the apartment,and my wife was on a business trip.
A
W:How much time do we have before the conference We don’t have to hurry,do we
M:Don’t worry.It’s 7:30 now.We still have an hour and a half.It takes only thirty minutes to get there.
C
M:How was your trip to London
W:It was fantastic!I visited a lot of places:churches,museums,and the royal palaces.And the weather was fine.Horrible traffic,though.
B
M:Hey,did you see Ann in the office this morning
W:Yes,but why did she have such a long face
M:I’m not sure.I heard she failed to get promoted.
B
M:What about the problems I’ve been having
W:Not serious.Take some medicine and you will get a better night’s sleep.
M:Thank you.How should I take the medicine
W:Take one pill about thirty minutes before you go to bed.
M:How long should I take them
W:Thirty days.
M:Is there anything else I can do
W:Don’t worry so much about things at work.
M:Should I stay home from work
W:No,it’s not necessary.Just remember to stay calm.
A
C
M:Hey,Heather,can I sit here
W:Yeah,sure,Jonathan.How’s your day
M:Good.Say,are you planning your summer travels
W:Well,not yet.I was just reading a story about this woman,Ellen Wilson,who climbed up Mount Qomolangma.
M:Yeah,I read that too.A rather extraordinary experience,isn’t it Ninety-six days!She’s actually a graduate of our college,class of 2012.
W:Oh really So,Jonathan,what amazing things have you done
M:Well,I just went cycling across South America.
W:You didn’t!
M:I did.Just last year before I entered the graduate school.It was such a brilliant time.Four months on the road enjoying wonderful scenery in the country,in towns and in cities all along the way.I got a bit tired,though.
W:Sounds great.Hmm.Maybe I should think seriously about my big life adventure,like taking a long walk across a national park.
M:Wow.Let me know if you need someone to go with you.
A
B
A
W:You’re late!
M:Yes,I’m really sorry.I had to wait for ages for the bus.
W:Why didn’t you drive
M:Ah well,I’ve sold my car.
W:Oh,are you getting a new one
M:No,I’m not getting another car.I’ve decided to live without one.
W:Wow.What made you do that
M:I think there are too many cars.And this town is already far too polluted.
W:Well,that’s true.But a car is useful.
M:I don’t think so.Not in the city centre,anyway.I can never find anywhere to park.And you spend most of the time sitting in traffic jams.
W:But how are you going to get to work
M:I’m thinking of getting a bicycle.
W:Don’t you think bicycles are dangerous
M:Not really.I don’t think they’re as dangerous as cars.
W:Well,I couldn’t do without my car.I have to take the children to school every day.
M:I don’t think children get enough exercise these days.They should walk to school.
W:Okay,I see what you mean.
B
C
C
W:Hello everyone.I’m very glad to be here to talk to you.People need to feel secure and comfortable so they can be creative.Well-designed workplaces often create environments that make employees better thinkers.So today,I’ll talk about how to design workplaces that inspire creativity.I hope you can find it useful.First,the colour of the office walls.Decorate your office with green.Other bright colours such as light blue and yellow can also increase creativity.Calmer colours help us concentrate.Green also reminds us of nature,which may help us to relax.Avoid red when you are choosing a colour.While it can give us a feeling of energy,it also affects our ability to analyse information.Then,let’s turn to lighting.Lighting is also important.Too dark,workers can feel sleepy.While,if it is too bright,it can make them feel
anxious.The best kind of lighting is natural light.It makes us happier and more productive.When it comes to artificial lighting,warm colours are the best.But if we need to concentrate,a bluer light is better.Space is another important matter.A company might want to develop a variety of spaces in an office so staff can find privacy if needed,but also work in open areas for creative thinking.
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W:Hi,Matt.May I ask you a few questions
M:Certainly,Julian.What do you want to know
W:I’m doing a study on the spending habits of students in our school.I’m writing a paper for my social studies course.
M:That sounds interesting.
W:To begin with,how much money do you get from your parents a month
M:I get about five hundred dollars.
W:How do you spend your money
M:I spend about three hundred dollars on food.You know how I like to eat.
W:Yes.What about the rest of the money
M:Well,I spend on shows about thirty dollars a month.Games,uh,for rental of tennis court and balls about fifty dollars.I do spend some on things like reading material.And the rest I save.
W:What about clothes
M:My mother buys them for me.
W:Thanks a lot,Matt.
M:You’re welcome!
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【阅读理解】
A:2124CBDC
B:25-27ACC
C:28-31DCDA
D:32-35ACDB
【七选五】
36-40GACBD
【完形填空】
41-45DBADD 46-50ACBAD 51-55BCADC
【语法填空】
56.whose
57.finest
58.be chosen
59.curiosity
60.When/As
61.pointed
62.to find
63.gently
64.surrounding
65.on
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【应用文】
Lang Ping,born on 10th,Dec.1960 in Tianjin,is a famous volleyball coach.At the age of 13,Lang Ping began to play volleyball.She joined the national team because of her excellent performance in the national volleyball game in 1978.She was so hard-working that she won a lot of awards from 1980 on.After she retired from the volleyball team,she became a volleyball coach.In 2016 she took the Chinese Women’s Volleyball team to take part in the Rio Olympic Games and won the gold medal.She is the first Chinese volleyball player to win the Olympic championship as a player and coach.
【故事续写】
One day,Spotty returned from his daily walk with a broken leg.He came to my room and sat near me.It was then that I saw his hind leg was injured and was bleeding.I called out my mother and she quickly tied a bandage around his leg and gave him food to eat.I was very upset.But the next day,Spotty was up to his usual pranks though he limped a bit.After this incident my relation with Spotty became more intense.I really admired him a lot for his courage.
Almost a year later,one midnight we heard Spotty barking breathlessly.We came out and saw that he was barking continuously heading somewhere.After some time Spotty became quiet.I patted him on his back and came inside.The next morning,my heart skipped a beat when I didn’t see Spotty.I searched for him in each and every corner but he was nowhere.And this time he had gone and would never come back.I cried and waited for him.We waited for one long week.But there were no signs of him.Then one day my dad got transferred to Mumbai.We shifted back to Mumbai.What would have happened to Spotty Would he have died These were the only questions in my mind,but they all remained unanswered forever.