高二英语人教版（2019）选择性必修第一册单元达标测试卷 Unit 2 Looking into the Future B卷（含答案+解析）
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Unit 2 Looking into the Future
B卷
第一部分 阅读理解（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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
It's natural to be skeptical of eco-friendly shoes. With other "green" products not being durable(耐用的), it has to be asked if eco-friendly shoes can hold up to heavy use in a big city. I live in a large city where I walk, bike, and take public transit frequently through all types of wet, muddy, and polluted conditions. This means I require footwear that is not only trendy (because despite my active lifestyle, I do care how I look) but also durable and practical. I've been hesitant to try out the new wave of eco-friendly sneakers — partially because I'm wary of their durability and partially because I don't love how they look — but Cariuma's white high-tops(软底高帮系带运动鞋) caught my eye.
I got a pair to test — and so did a couple other BestReviews team members — to put these sustainable, fashionable sneakers to the test. Cariuma makes its name on the ethical processes that prioritize(优先考虑) the environment and the people involved, from raw materials to production to design. We decided to test the high-tops, though the brand also makes other sustainable shoes.
Here's what we thought about after about a month of wear.
Appearance: We all gave praise for these shoes. Many of my friends, who are more fashionable than me, gave me praise on my white high-tops. We were all worried about how the white canvas might look after the high-tops were worn in a not-so-clean city, but we've found that they held up well and didn't look too dirty. Plus, this is just part of the territory when it comes to white shoes. Since they're canvas, they can be cleaned as needed with a toothbrush and a tiny bit of detergent in warm water.
Fit and feel: I wore my Cariuma on an 11-mile walk across the city through various conditions, and I didn't develop foot discomfort one would expect after a full day of walking.
We've all found them to be comfortable, and increasingly so with each wear. They seem to be highly water-resistant. I've worn them through wet grass and in rain and my feet have stayed dry.
1. Which of the following can best describe the author
A. Sensitive to the price. B. Particular about dress.
C. Passionate about "green" products. D. Inactive but hardworking.
2. What does the underlined part in the first paragraph probably mean
A. Cautious about. B. Confused about.
C. Enthusiastic about. D. Interested in.
3. Why can Cariuma become famous
A. Because it attaches lots of importance to the environment.
B. Because it promotes the product as much as possible.
C. Because it lowers the cost of the shoes.
D. Because it makes fashionable shoes.
B
We have heard some interesting ways that 5G wireless technology might change our lives in the future.
5G, short for the 5th generation mobile communication technology, promises Internet speeds between 50 to 100 times faster than current 4G systems. While 5G is set to be used in some limited areas of America this year, much of the world is not expected to receive widely available service until 2023.
One project in Britain, however, is already testing this superfast technology on an unlikely group of Internet users—cows. The project was developed by American technology company Cisco Systems, Inc. It also receives money from the British government. Cisco says the program seeks to explore the future of 5G connectivity in rural areas around the world.
Testing areas were set up at farms in three rural areas of England. The cows are equipped with 5G-connected devices(装置) that link up to a robotic milking system, which uses sensors and machine learning to fully automate the process. System designers say technology takes over after a cow feels ready to be milked and walks toward an automatic gate. The device is designed to recognize each individual cow. It then positions equipment to the right body position for milking. During the process, machines release food for the cow as a reward.
Other 5G technology tools include automated brushes that turn on when the cow rubs(蹭) up against them. Sensors also control the amount of light to the cows' living areas depending on the weather. And, an automatic feeding system makes sure the animals always get enough to eat.
Duncan Forbes, head of the project, told Reuters that the project shows the farm's cow operations can be greatly improved with 5G technology and that the experiment provides strong evidence that 5G technology can be widely used in the future, not just on farms in Britain, but in rural communities across the world.
1.What is the purpose of Cisco Systems, Inc.'s project
A.To win financial support from British government.
B.To test the effects of 5G technology on animals.
C.To promote its technological development in Britain.
D.To expand the future use of 5G in rural communities.
2.What does the underlined word "It" in Paragraph 3 refer to
A.The project. B.The company. C.The technology. D.The group.
3.What can we learn about 5G according to the text
A.It is no worse than 4G in terms of speed.
B.It is already widely available in the world.
C.It has made improvement in operating the cows.
D.It is based on sensors and machine learning.
4.In which section of a newspaper may this text appear
A.Entertainment. B.Lifestyle. C.Education. D.Technology.
C
Twenty-five years ago, most young Britons wanted a career in law, to be a doctor, or, if they were creative enough, to take up singing. But today, things stand differently.
According to a survey by Tesco Mobile, a UK company, the "dream job" of young people aged between 16 and 25 in the UK is a video blogger(写博客的人), or "vlogger(视频博主)". The survey, carried out among 1,002 people, found that as many as 40 percent of them put vloggers as their number one choice on a list of ideal careers.
This change is undoubtedly as a result of the Internet and social media. They have made it so much easier to reach the audience of the world, without having to enter a career in show business in the traditional way.
In the past, the biggest stars were trained by the Hollywood studios; now, anyone with a computer camera can become a star. Vloggers are the big stars of today because they are normal people interacting(交流) with their fans about everyday life.
However, what people see is only the bright side of being a vlogger and they fail to notice the fact that only those who are successful earn fame(名声) and fortune. For every success there are hundreds of others who never get off the starting line. There are the dreams that come true and the dreams that remain dreams forever.
Although being vloggers is popular, some young people choose to follow careers that don't necessarily earn them fame, but allow them to make good use of the Internet to share their hobbies. Young Israeli David Leshaw, for example, runs a business called the Finishers Club. It's an online platform for runners to keep a record of their races. His job allows him to express his enthusiasm, and is always a learning experience. And that's enough for him.
1.Why do more and more young Britons choose to be vloggers
A.Vloggers can earn little fame and money on the Internet.
B.There is too much competition in the traditional show business.
C.The Internet makes it convenient to become vloggers.
D.Anyone with a computer will surely become a star.
2.What can we infer from the fifth paragraph
A.Only a few vloggers can be successful. B.A vlogger can not earn fame or fortune.
C.Being a vlogger is not a good career. D.Dreams will come true one day.
3.What do some young people like David do on the Internet
A.Learn from others. B.Become an online hit.
C.Hold running races. D.Mix jobs with hobbies.
4.What is the passage mainly about
A.Most young Britons choose to be vloggers as their jobs.
B.The Internet is influencing young Britons' career choice.
C.The Internet is taking the place of traditional studios.
D.Young Britons can not find jobs without the Internet.
D
Preparing Cities for Robot Cars
The possibility of self-driving robot cars has often seemed like a futurist's dream, years away from materializing in the real world. Well, the future is apparently now. The California Department of Motor Vehicles began giving permits in April for companies to test truly self-driving cars on public roads. The state also cleared the way for companies to sell or rent out self-driving cars, and for companies to operate driverless taxi services. California, it should be noted, isn't leading the way panies have been testing their vehicles in cities across the country. It's hard to predict when driverless cars will be everywhere on our roads. But however long it takes, the technology has the potential to change our transportation systems and our cities, for better or for worse, depending on how the transformation is regulated.
While much of the debate so far has been focused on the safety of driverless cars (and rightfully so), policymakers also should be talking about how self-driving vehicles can help reduce traffic jams, cut emissions(排放)and offer more convenient, affordable mobility options. The arrival of driverless vehicles is a chance to make sure that those vehicles are environmentally friendly and more shared.
Do we want to copy—or even worsen—the traffic of today with driverless cars Imagine a future where most adults own individual self-driving vehicles. They tolerate long, slow journeys to and from work on packed highways because they can work, entertain themselves or sleep on the ride, which encourages urban spread. They take their driverless car to an appointment and set the empty vehicle to circle the building to avoid paying for parking. Instead of walking a few blocks to pick up a child or the dry cleaning, they send the self-driving minibus. The convenience even leads fewer people to take public transport—an unwelcome side effect researchers have already found in ride-hailing(叫车) services.
A study from the University of California at Davis suggested that replacing petrol-powered private cars worldwide with electric, self-driving and shared systems could reduce carbon emissions from transportation 80% and cut the cost of transportation infrastructure (基础设施) and operations 40% by 2050. Fewer emissions and cheaper travel sound pretty appealing. The first commercially available driverless cars will almost certainly be fielded by ride-hailing services, considering the cost of self-driving technology as well as liability and maintenance issues (责任与维护问题). But driverless car ownership could increase as the prices drop and more people become comfortable with the technology.
Policymakers should start thinking now about how to make sure the appearance of driverless vehicles doesn't extend the worst aspects of the car-controlled transportation system we have today. The coming technological advancement presents a chance for cities and states to develop transportation systems designed to move more people, and more affordably. The car of the future is coming. We just have to plan for it.
1.According to the author, attention should be paid to how driverless cars can _______.
A.help deal with transportation-related problems
B.provide better services to customers
C.cause damage to our environment
D.make some people lose jobs
2.As for driverless cars, what is the author's major concern
A.Safety. B.Side effects. C.Affordability. D.Management.
3.What does the underlined word "fielded" in Paragraph 4 probably mean
A.Employed. B.Replaced. C.Shared. D.Reduced.
4.What is the author's attitude to the future of self-driving cars
A.Doubtful. B.Positive. C.Disapproving. D.Sympathetic.
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。
With the development of science and technology, our daily life is becoming more varied and more convenient. At the same time, life in the late 21st century will be different from that nowadays, because many changes will take place then, but what will the changes be
①_____ There will be more and more people in the world and most of them will live longer than today.
Computers will be much smaller and more useful, and there will be at least one in every home. ②_____
People will work fewer hours than they do now. They will have more free time for sports, watching TV and traveling. Traveling will be much cheaper and easier. ③_____
④_____ More land will be used to build new towns and houses. Then there will be less room for cows and sheep, so meat will be more expensive. Maybe no one will eat it every day. Instead they eat more vegetables and fruit. Maybe people will be healthier thanks to that.
Work in the future will be different, too. ⑤_____ Because of this, many people will not have enough work to do. This will be a problem.
A. The population is growing fast.
B. Robots are most useful in the future.
C. There will be changes in our food, too.
D. Dangerous and hard work will be done by robots.
E. The population is becoming smaller and smaller.
F. And more people will go to other countries for travel.
G. And computer study will be one of the important subjects at school.
第二部分 语言知识运用（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。
This morning at the local gas station, I experienced a random act of kindness.
I went to get gas for my lawn mower (割草). Only 1 a little, I prepaid $ 1. 50. However, when I got back to the pump, I saw the 2 shot up to $2.13, and my gas can almost overflowed. Figuring it was just a mistake, I went back to pay for the extra.
However, the cashier said a woman put 2 extra dollars on my pump. 3 ,1 asked if she was still there so I could 4 it back to her, but the cashier said she had already 5 . So I got the rest of the change and told the cashier that I would " 6 it forward" and give the $ 2 to 7 else.
This simple event made me think about the concept of practicing "Random Acts of Kindness" or "Paying It Forward". I realized this idea of 8 others and doing it anonymously (匿名)can 9 our world in both small and huge ways. If more people practiced this concept 10 , the change would be astonishing.
As a 4th grade teacher, I told my students this story and challenge them to do a good deed and not get 11 .However, a student commented that if we really wanted to help a 12 person in a nursing home, we should visit them and get to know them.
13 with the idea, the students asked if we could try this as a 14 . We actually found an organization that helps 15 students with seniors who need companionship (陪伴). Now we are moving forward to carry out this idea, thanks to the kind students taking this story in a new and powerful direction.
(1).A.having B.needing C.getting D.booking
(2).A.total B.price C.bill D.charge
(3).A.Surprised B.Excited C.Satisfied D.Embarrassed
(4).A.return B.keep C.give D.call
(5).A.found B.forgot C.refused D.left
(6).A.drive B.pay C.see D.bring
(7).A.anyone B.everyone C.someone D.one
(8).A.understanding B.respecting C.appreciating D.helping
(9).A.discover B.create C.change D.explore
(10).A.normally B.regularly C.specially D.logically
(11).A.paid back B.involved in C.focused on D.found out
(12).A.disabled B.lonely C.selfless D.tired
(13).A.Filled B.Impressed C.Associated D.Concerned
(14).A.universe B.expert C.lesson D.class
(15).A.match B.assist C.exchange D.compare
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。
Zwick could not hide her emotions when a kind-hearted stranger gave up his first-class plane seat for her and her sick daughter. Though she did not get to thank him properly on the plane, she ①_____ (final) got her chance on social media after her post spread quickly online. Zwick was flying from Orlando to Philadelphia with her 11-month-old daughter Lucy ②_____ (early) this week. Since the baby suffered from lung disease, the two of them were travelling to a children's hospital in Philadelphia for ③_____ (treat).
She was pushing a stroller (婴儿手推车), had ④_____ big bag on her arm and carried an oxygen machine for her daughter. As they ⑤_____ (settle) into their seats, however, Zwick was surprised to be approached by a flight attendant, ⑥_____ said that a man in first class wanted to switch seats with her.
"Not able to hold back ⑦_____ (tear), I cried on the seat while my daughter Lucy laughed," wrote Zwick. "I smiled and thanked you as we switched seats but didn't get to thank you properly. Thank you for ⑧_____ (care) about us and realizing that maybe things are not always easy. Thanks for intending ⑨_____ (show) a random act of kindness to us. ⑩_____ reminded me how much good there is in this world."
第三部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
你校将于5月4日在学校篮球场举办高中生机器人设计大赛,请你代表校学生会根据下面提示写一篇书面通知,内容如下:
1. 请有意愿参加的同学在4月26日前到学生会报名;
2. 参评内容包括机器人的外观和功能;
3. 前五名获奖学生将代表学校参加市中学生机器人设计大赛。
注意:
1. 词数80左右;
2. 可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
参考词汇:报名sign up; 外貌appearance; 功能function
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
第二节 （满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。续写词数应为150左右。
Last year at Christmas time, my wife, three children and I were on our way from Paris to Nice. Somehow everything went wrong. Our hotels were "tourist traps" and our rented car broke down. On Christmas Eve, when we checked into a dirty hotel in Nice, there was no Christmas spirit in our hearts.
It was raining and cold when we went out to eat. We found a small restaurant poorly decorated for the holiday. Only five tables in the restaurant were taken. There were two German couples, two French families, and an American sailor, by himself. They were eating in stony silence except the sailor. He was writing a letter, and a half-smile lighted his face. In the corner a piano player was listlessly (无精打采地) playing Christmas music.
All of us were interrupted by an old French flower woman through the front door. She had a worn overcoat and her old shoes were wet. Carrying her basket of flowers, she went from one table to another. No one bought any. Exhausted and frustrated, she sat down at a table.
The sailor finished his meal and got up to leave. Putting on his coat, he walked over to the flower woman's table.
"Merry Christmas," he said, smiling and picking out a handful of flowers. "How much are they "
"Two francs, sir."
The sailor put a twenty-franc note in the woman's hand.
"I don't have change, sir," she said. "I'll get some from the waiter."
"No, ma'am," said the sailor, leaning over and kissing the ancient cheek. "This is my Christmas present for you."
Paragraph 1:
Then the sailor headed for our table with the flowers in his hand.___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Paragraph 2:
The piano player came alive and pleasant music filled the whole room.___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
答案以及解析
1.答案：1-3 BAA
解析：1.考查推理判断。由第一段中的"This means I require footwear that is not only trendy (because despite my active lifestyle, I do care how I look) but also durable and practical"可推知，作者特别讲究自己的衣着。
2.考查词义猜测。根据画线词前的"I've been hesitant to try out the new wave of eco-friendly sneakers"可知，作者一直犹豫要不要尝试新的环保运动鞋，在一定程度上是因为他对于环保产品很谨慎，担心它们是否耐用。A项意思与画线词的词义相近，故选A项。
3.考查细节理解。由第二段中的"Cariuma makes its name on the ethical processes that prioritize(优先考虑） the environment and the people involved， from raw materials to production to design"可知， Cariuma因注重保护环境而出名。
2.答案：1-4 DACD
解析：1.细节理解题。根据第三段最后一句"Cisco says the program seeks to explore the future of 5G connectivity in rural areas around the world."可知, 该项目旨在探索5G技术未来在全球农村地区的应用。故选D。
2.代词指代题。根据画线词后的also可知, It应该指的是前面所提到的事物, 且根据画线词所在句的上下文可知, 这里的意思是该项目从英国政府接受资金。故It在此指的是"The project"。故选A。
3.细节理解题。由文章最后一段可知, 5G技术可以改善农场奶牛的运作。故选C项。
4.文章出处题。通读全文可知, 本文主要介绍了一项关于5G技术在奶牛挤奶以及饲养奶牛的过程中的应用实验, 属于科技范畴, 故选D项。
3.答案：1-4 CADB
解析：1.细节理解题。根据第三段中的"They have made it so much easier to reach the audience of the world, without having to enter a career in show business in the traditional way."和第四段内容可知, 互联网使进入演艺界更方便。
2.细节理解题。根据第五段中的"For every success there are hundreds of others who never get off the starting line. There are the dreams that come true and the dreams that remain dreams forever."可知, 一个成功的博主之外还有数以百计的博主的事业毫无起色, 故可推知只有极少数的视频博主可以成功。
3.推理判断题。根据最后一段中的"Young Israeli David Leshaw, for example, runs a business called the Finishers Club...His job allows him to express his enthusiasm, and is always a learning experience."可知, 像David这样的年轻人通过网络把工作和业余爱好结合在一起。
4.主旨大意题。根据第二段最后一句"The survey, carried out among 1,002 people, found that as many as 40 percent of them put vloggers as their number one choice on a list of ideal careers."和第三段第一句"This change is undoubtedly as a result of the Internet and social media."可知, 文章主要介绍了互联网正在影响着英国的年轻人的职业选择。
4.答案：1-4.ADAB
解析：1.细节理解题。根据文章第二段第一句"...policymakers also should be talking about how self-driving vehicles can help reduce traffic jams, cut emissions and offer more convenient, affordable mobility options."可知,注意力应该放在无人驾驶汽车如何帮助解决一些与交通有关的问题上,故选择A项。
2.主旨大意题。根据文章第一段最后一句"...depending on how the transformation is regulated."和最后一段第一句可知,作者主要关注无人驾驶汽车的管理问题,故选择D项。
3.词义猜测题。画线单词所在句子和后面一句话形成了转折关系,后面一句提到随着价格的下降和更多的人对这种技术的适应,无人驾驶汽车作为私家车的拥有量会提高,画线单词所在句子与后一句意思相反,表示的是“考虑到费用、责任与维护问题,首批无人驾驶车辆的个人拥有情况不会很乐观,这些车几乎都会被叫车服务所利用”,因此可以判断出画线单词意为“使用,利用”,与employed的意思一致。故选择A项。
4.推理判断题。根据文章最后一段最后三句"The coming technological advancement presents a chance for cities and states to develop transportation systems designed to move more people, and more affordably. The car of the future is coming. We just have to plan for it."可知,作者虽然对无人驾驶车辆提出了自己的看法,但是对它的前景还是抱有乐观的态度,故选择B项。
5.答案：AGFCD
解析：①根据空后内容可知,此段介绍未来人口会越来越多,故A项"人口增长快速",符合语境。
②此段主要介绍未来计算机的情况,结合语境和选项可知,G项符合语境。
③此处考查上下文逻辑关系,所填答案应是对前一句的引申。根据关键词比对可知,F项中的travel和空前的Traveling对应,故选F项。
④此处考查段落大意。根据空后内容可知,本段主要介绍未来人们的饮食情况,故选C项。
⑤此处考查前后句的因果关系。此段主要介绍未来人们的工作情况。空处是导致人们没有足够的工作来做的原因,故D项"危险和繁重的工作由机器人来做"符合语境。
6.答案：(1)-(5)BAACD;(6)-(10)BCDCB;(11)-(15)DBBDA
解析：(1).根据a little及$1.50可以推断,作者只需要(need)一点儿汽油。
(2).根据$2.13可知,油表上显示总共加了2.13美元的汽油。total总量,符合语境。
(3).不认识的人给自己付加油费,作者肯定会感到惊讶(surprised)。
(4).作者打算把这2美元还给那位陌生的女士,give back归还。
(5).根据后句可知,作者没能把钱还回去,由此推断陌生女士已经离开(leave)。
(6).根据下文中的Paying It Forward可知,作者把两美元留给了下一位来加油站的人。
(7).作者感受到了Random Acts of Kindness,所以他也要把这种善意的行为传递下去,把两美元留给其他的人。
(8).作者接受了别人的帮助,而且在下文作者鼓励学生们去帮助别人。
(9).作者认为匿名帮助别人这种行为会以或大或小的方式改变(change)世界,让世界更美好。
(10).如果人们经常(regularly)把这种想法、理念付诸于行动,就可以给世界带来惊人的变化。
(11).根据上文anonymously及下文学生的评论可知,作者建议学生们做好事而不要被发现(find out)。
(12).根据下文seniors who need companionship可知,学生提到的是帮助养老院里面孤独的(lonely)人。
(13).学生们对这个建议都很感兴趣,认为不错,be impressed with对……印象深刻。
(14).学生们想以班级(class)的名义去做好事。
(15).作者找到了一个把学生们与每位需要陪伴的老人匹配的组织,match A with B把A和B搭配起来。
7.答案：①finally②earlier③treatment④a⑤settled⑥who⑦tears⑧caring⑨to show⑩It
解析：①考查副词。分析句子结构可知，空处作状语，应填副词finally。
②考查比较级。句意: 本周早些时候, Zwick和11个月大的女儿露西从奥兰多飞往费城。根据句意可知, 此处意为"在本周早些时候", 比现在提到的时间要早, 故填earlier。
③考查词性转换。句意: 由于婴儿患有肺病, 她们两人前往费城一家儿童医院接受治疗。介词for后应用名词, 故填treatment。
④考查冠词。句意: 她推着一辆婴儿车, 胳膊上挎着一个大袋子, 给女儿背着氧气机。分析句子结构可知, 此处填冠词, 表示泛指, 且big首字母的发音为辅音音素, 故用不定冠词a, 表示"一个", 故填a。
⑤考查时态。句意: 然而, 当她们坐到座位上时, 一名空乘人员走了过来, Zwick感到很惊讶……。根据主句中的was surprised可知此处用一般过去时, 故填settled。
⑥考查定语从句。句意: ……空乘人员说在头等舱的一位男性想要与她换位置。分析句子结构可知, 此处引导非限制性定语从句, 且在从句中作主语, 又因为先行词是a flight attendant, 故填who。
⑦考查名词复数形式。句意: Zwick写道: "我抑制不住眼泪, 在座位上哭了起来, 而我的女儿露西笑了。"tear是可数名词, hold back tears忍住泪水, 故填tears。
⑧考查非谓语动词。句意: 谢谢你关心我们, 谢谢你意识到可能事情并不总是容易的……。介词for后应用v.-ing形式, 故填caring。
⑨考查非谓语动词。intend to do是固定用法，意为"想要做……"。
⑩考查代词。分析句子结构可知，空处作主语，指代上文中的"a random act of kindness"，故填It。
8.答案：
Notice
A robot design contest will be held in our school on the basketball court on May 4th. Those who would like to take part in it are supposed to sign up at the office of the Students' Union before April 26th. All the senior students are welcome to join in the contest. The functions as well as the appearance of the robots you design will be considered when we choose the best ones. The first five winners will be given prizes. Besides, they can compete in the robot design contest of the senior school students in the city of Yinchuan in the name of our school. What's more, we believe you will learn a lot when you make efforts to do well in the contest. Please try your best and get ready in time.
the Students' Union
April 19, 2020
9.答案：
Paragraph 1:
Then the sailor headed for our table with the flowers in his hand. He picked out a red flower and placed it on our table. "Merry Christmas!" he greeted us in a cheerful voice. Before we could say "Thank you", he went to other tables. In an instant, everyone in the room was presented with flowers, including the waiter and the piano player. In the bright light, the flowers were glowing in full bloom. These magical flowers melted our frustrated hearts and blew away all the unpleasant moods.
Paragraph 2:
The piano player came alive and pleasant music filled the whole room. A festival atmosphere drowned all of us. We merrily danced to the joyful music, singing, laughing and wishing each other good luck. The old flower woman also joined us, unable to conceal her excitement and gratitude. The spirit of Christmas came back to us again. It brought all of us together in this small restaurant on a foreign land. All this was due to a young American sailor, who, through his kindness and generosity, brightened our paths.
B卷
第一部分 阅读理解（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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
It's natural to be skeptical of eco-friendly shoes. With other "green" products not being durable(耐用的), it has to be asked if eco-friendly shoes can hold up to heavy use in a big city. I live in a large city where I walk, bike, and take public transit frequently through all types of wet, muddy, and polluted conditions. This means I require footwear that is not only trendy (because despite my active lifestyle, I do care how I look) but also durable and practical. I've been hesitant to try out the new wave of eco-friendly sneakers — partially because I'm wary of their durability and partially because I don't love how they look — but Cariuma's white high-tops(软底高帮系带运动鞋) caught my eye.
I got a pair to test — and so did a couple other BestReviews team members — to put these sustainable, fashionable sneakers to the test. Cariuma makes its name on the ethical processes that prioritize(优先考虑) the environment and the people involved, from raw materials to production to design. We decided to test the high-tops, though the brand also makes other sustainable shoes.
Here's what we thought about after about a month of wear.
Appearance: We all gave praise for these shoes. Many of my friends, who are more fashionable than me, gave me praise on my white high-tops. We were all worried about how the white canvas might look after the high-tops were worn in a not-so-clean city, but we've found that they held up well and didn't look too dirty. Plus, this is just part of the territory when it comes to white shoes. Since they're canvas, they can be cleaned as needed with a toothbrush and a tiny bit of detergent in warm water.
Fit and feel: I wore my Cariuma on an 11-mile walk across the city through various conditions, and I didn't develop foot discomfort one would expect after a full day of walking.
We've all found them to be comfortable, and increasingly so with each wear. They seem to be highly water-resistant. I've worn them through wet grass and in rain and my feet have stayed dry.
1. Which of the following can best describe the author
A. Sensitive to the price. B. Particular about dress.
C. Passionate about "green" products. D. Inactive but hardworking.
2. What does the underlined part in the first paragraph probably mean
A. Cautious about. B. Confused about.
C. Enthusiastic about. D. Interested in.
3. Why can Cariuma become famous
A. Because it attaches lots of importance to the environment.
B. Because it promotes the product as much as possible.
C. Because it lowers the cost of the shoes.
D. Because it makes fashionable shoes.
B
We have heard some interesting ways that 5G wireless technology might change our lives in the future.
5G, short for the 5th generation mobile communication technology, promises Internet speeds between 50 to 100 times faster than current 4G systems. While 5G is set to be used in some limited areas of America this year, much of the world is not expected to receive widely available service until 2023.
One project in Britain, however, is already testing this superfast technology on an unlikely group of Internet users—cows. The project was developed by American technology company Cisco Systems, Inc. It also receives money from the British government. Cisco says the program seeks to explore the future of 5G connectivity in rural areas around the world.
Testing areas were set up at farms in three rural areas of England. The cows are equipped with 5G-connected devices(装置) that link up to a robotic milking system, which uses sensors and machine learning to fully automate the process. System designers say technology takes over after a cow feels ready to be milked and walks toward an automatic gate. The device is designed to recognize each individual cow. It then positions equipment to the right body position for milking. During the process, machines release food for the cow as a reward.
Other 5G technology tools include automated brushes that turn on when the cow rubs(蹭) up against them. Sensors also control the amount of light to the cows' living areas depending on the weather. And, an automatic feeding system makes sure the animals always get enough to eat.
Duncan Forbes, head of the project, told Reuters that the project shows the farm's cow operations can be greatly improved with 5G technology and that the experiment provides strong evidence that 5G technology can be widely used in the future, not just on farms in Britain, but in rural communities across the world.
1.What is the purpose of Cisco Systems, Inc.'s project
A.To win financial support from British government.
B.To test the effects of 5G technology on animals.
C.To promote its technological development in Britain.
D.To expand the future use of 5G in rural communities.
2.What does the underlined word "It" in Paragraph 3 refer to
A.The project. B.The company. C.The technology. D.The group.
3.What can we learn about 5G according to the text
A.It is no worse than 4G in terms of speed.
B.It is already widely available in the world.
C.It has made improvement in operating the cows.
D.It is based on sensors and machine learning.
4.In which section of a newspaper may this text appear
A.Entertainment. B.Lifestyle. C.Education. D.Technology.
C
Twenty-five years ago, most young Britons wanted a career in law, to be a doctor, or, if they were creative enough, to take up singing. But today, things stand differently.
According to a survey by Tesco Mobile, a UK company, the "dream job" of young people aged between 16 and 25 in the UK is a video blogger(写博客的人), or "vlogger(视频博主)". The survey, carried out among 1,002 people, found that as many as 40 percent of them put vloggers as their number one choice on a list of ideal careers.
This change is undoubtedly as a result of the Internet and social media. They have made it so much easier to reach the audience of the world, without having to enter a career in show business in the traditional way.
In the past, the biggest stars were trained by the Hollywood studios; now, anyone with a computer camera can become a star. Vloggers are the big stars of today because they are normal people interacting(交流) with their fans about everyday life.
However, what people see is only the bright side of being a vlogger and they fail to notice the fact that only those who are successful earn fame(名声) and fortune. For every success there are hundreds of others who never get off the starting line. There are the dreams that come true and the dreams that remain dreams forever.
Although being vloggers is popular, some young people choose to follow careers that don't necessarily earn them fame, but allow them to make good use of the Internet to share their hobbies. Young Israeli David Leshaw, for example, runs a business called the Finishers Club. It's an online platform for runners to keep a record of their races. His job allows him to express his enthusiasm, and is always a learning experience. And that's enough for him.
1.Why do more and more young Britons choose to be vloggers
A.Vloggers can earn little fame and money on the Internet.
B.There is too much competition in the traditional show business.
C.The Internet makes it convenient to become vloggers.
D.Anyone with a computer will surely become a star.
2.What can we infer from the fifth paragraph
A.Only a few vloggers can be successful. B.A vlogger can not earn fame or fortune.
C.Being a vlogger is not a good career. D.Dreams will come true one day.
3.What do some young people like David do on the Internet
A.Learn from others. B.Become an online hit.
C.Hold running races. D.Mix jobs with hobbies.
4.What is the passage mainly about
A.Most young Britons choose to be vloggers as their jobs.
B.The Internet is influencing young Britons' career choice.
C.The Internet is taking the place of traditional studios.
D.Young Britons can not find jobs without the Internet.
D
Preparing Cities for Robot Cars
The possibility of self-driving robot cars has often seemed like a futurist's dream, years away from materializing in the real world. Well, the future is apparently now. The California Department of Motor Vehicles began giving permits in April for companies to test truly self-driving cars on public roads. The state also cleared the way for companies to sell or rent out self-driving cars, and for companies to operate driverless taxi services. California, it should be noted, isn't leading the way panies have been testing their vehicles in cities across the country. It's hard to predict when driverless cars will be everywhere on our roads. But however long it takes, the technology has the potential to change our transportation systems and our cities, for better or for worse, depending on how the transformation is regulated.
While much of the debate so far has been focused on the safety of driverless cars (and rightfully so), policymakers also should be talking about how self-driving vehicles can help reduce traffic jams, cut emissions(排放)and offer more convenient, affordable mobility options. The arrival of driverless vehicles is a chance to make sure that those vehicles are environmentally friendly and more shared.
Do we want to copy—or even worsen—the traffic of today with driverless cars Imagine a future where most adults own individual self-driving vehicles. They tolerate long, slow journeys to and from work on packed highways because they can work, entertain themselves or sleep on the ride, which encourages urban spread. They take their driverless car to an appointment and set the empty vehicle to circle the building to avoid paying for parking. Instead of walking a few blocks to pick up a child or the dry cleaning, they send the self-driving minibus. The convenience even leads fewer people to take public transport—an unwelcome side effect researchers have already found in ride-hailing(叫车) services.
A study from the University of California at Davis suggested that replacing petrol-powered private cars worldwide with electric, self-driving and shared systems could reduce carbon emissions from transportation 80% and cut the cost of transportation infrastructure (基础设施) and operations 40% by 2050. Fewer emissions and cheaper travel sound pretty appealing. The first commercially available driverless cars will almost certainly be fielded by ride-hailing services, considering the cost of self-driving technology as well as liability and maintenance issues (责任与维护问题). But driverless car ownership could increase as the prices drop and more people become comfortable with the technology.
Policymakers should start thinking now about how to make sure the appearance of driverless vehicles doesn't extend the worst aspects of the car-controlled transportation system we have today. The coming technological advancement presents a chance for cities and states to develop transportation systems designed to move more people, and more affordably. The car of the future is coming. We just have to plan for it.
1.According to the author, attention should be paid to how driverless cars can _______.
A.help deal with transportation-related problems
B.provide better services to customers
C.cause damage to our environment
D.make some people lose jobs
2.As for driverless cars, what is the author's major concern
A.Safety. B.Side effects. C.Affordability. D.Management.
3.What does the underlined word "fielded" in Paragraph 4 probably mean
A.Employed. B.Replaced. C.Shared. D.Reduced.
4.What is the author's attitude to the future of self-driving cars
A.Doubtful. B.Positive. C.Disapproving. D.Sympathetic.
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。
With the development of science and technology, our daily life is becoming more varied and more convenient. At the same time, life in the late 21st century will be different from that nowadays, because many changes will take place then, but what will the changes be
①_____ There will be more and more people in the world and most of them will live longer than today.
Computers will be much smaller and more useful, and there will be at least one in every home. ②_____
People will work fewer hours than they do now. They will have more free time for sports, watching TV and traveling. Traveling will be much cheaper and easier. ③_____
④_____ More land will be used to build new towns and houses. Then there will be less room for cows and sheep, so meat will be more expensive. Maybe no one will eat it every day. Instead they eat more vegetables and fruit. Maybe people will be healthier thanks to that.
Work in the future will be different, too. ⑤_____ Because of this, many people will not have enough work to do. This will be a problem.
A. The population is growing fast.
B. Robots are most useful in the future.
C. There will be changes in our food, too.
D. Dangerous and hard work will be done by robots.
E. The population is becoming smaller and smaller.
F. And more people will go to other countries for travel.
G. And computer study will be one of the important subjects at school.
第二部分 语言知识运用（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。
This morning at the local gas station, I experienced a random act of kindness.
I went to get gas for my lawn mower (割草). Only 1 a little, I prepaid $ 1. 50. However, when I got back to the pump, I saw the 2 shot up to $2.13, and my gas can almost overflowed. Figuring it was just a mistake, I went back to pay for the extra.
However, the cashier said a woman put 2 extra dollars on my pump. 3 ,1 asked if she was still there so I could 4 it back to her, but the cashier said she had already 5 . So I got the rest of the change and told the cashier that I would " 6 it forward" and give the $ 2 to 7 else.
This simple event made me think about the concept of practicing "Random Acts of Kindness" or "Paying It Forward". I realized this idea of 8 others and doing it anonymously (匿名)can 9 our world in both small and huge ways. If more people practiced this concept 10 , the change would be astonishing.
As a 4th grade teacher, I told my students this story and challenge them to do a good deed and not get 11 .However, a student commented that if we really wanted to help a 12 person in a nursing home, we should visit them and get to know them.
13 with the idea, the students asked if we could try this as a 14 . We actually found an organization that helps 15 students with seniors who need companionship (陪伴). Now we are moving forward to carry out this idea, thanks to the kind students taking this story in a new and powerful direction.
(1).A.having B.needing C.getting D.booking
(2).A.total B.price C.bill D.charge
(3).A.Surprised B.Excited C.Satisfied D.Embarrassed
(4).A.return B.keep C.give D.call
(5).A.found B.forgot C.refused D.left
(6).A.drive B.pay C.see D.bring
(7).A.anyone B.everyone C.someone D.one
(8).A.understanding B.respecting C.appreciating D.helping
(9).A.discover B.create C.change D.explore
(10).A.normally B.regularly C.specially D.logically
(11).A.paid back B.involved in C.focused on D.found out
(12).A.disabled B.lonely C.selfless D.tired
(13).A.Filled B.Impressed C.Associated D.Concerned
(14).A.universe B.expert C.lesson D.class
(15).A.match B.assist C.exchange D.compare
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。
Zwick could not hide her emotions when a kind-hearted stranger gave up his first-class plane seat for her and her sick daughter. Though she did not get to thank him properly on the plane, she ①_____ (final) got her chance on social media after her post spread quickly online. Zwick was flying from Orlando to Philadelphia with her 11-month-old daughter Lucy ②_____ (early) this week. Since the baby suffered from lung disease, the two of them were travelling to a children's hospital in Philadelphia for ③_____ (treat).
She was pushing a stroller (婴儿手推车), had ④_____ big bag on her arm and carried an oxygen machine for her daughter. As they ⑤_____ (settle) into their seats, however, Zwick was surprised to be approached by a flight attendant, ⑥_____ said that a man in first class wanted to switch seats with her.
"Not able to hold back ⑦_____ (tear), I cried on the seat while my daughter Lucy laughed," wrote Zwick. "I smiled and thanked you as we switched seats but didn't get to thank you properly. Thank you for ⑧_____ (care) about us and realizing that maybe things are not always easy. Thanks for intending ⑨_____ (show) a random act of kindness to us. ⑩_____ reminded me how much good there is in this world."
第三部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
你校将于5月4日在学校篮球场举办高中生机器人设计大赛,请你代表校学生会根据下面提示写一篇书面通知,内容如下:
1. 请有意愿参加的同学在4月26日前到学生会报名;
2. 参评内容包括机器人的外观和功能;
3. 前五名获奖学生将代表学校参加市中学生机器人设计大赛。
注意:
1. 词数80左右;
2. 可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
参考词汇:报名sign up; 外貌appearance; 功能function
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第二节 （满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。续写词数应为150左右。
Last year at Christmas time, my wife, three children and I were on our way from Paris to Nice. Somehow everything went wrong. Our hotels were "tourist traps" and our rented car broke down. On Christmas Eve, when we checked into a dirty hotel in Nice, there was no Christmas spirit in our hearts.
It was raining and cold when we went out to eat. We found a small restaurant poorly decorated for the holiday. Only five tables in the restaurant were taken. There were two German couples, two French families, and an American sailor, by himself. They were eating in stony silence except the sailor. He was writing a letter, and a half-smile lighted his face. In the corner a piano player was listlessly (无精打采地) playing Christmas music.
All of us were interrupted by an old French flower woman through the front door. She had a worn overcoat and her old shoes were wet. Carrying her basket of flowers, she went from one table to another. No one bought any. Exhausted and frustrated, she sat down at a table.
The sailor finished his meal and got up to leave. Putting on his coat, he walked over to the flower woman's table.
"Merry Christmas," he said, smiling and picking out a handful of flowers. "How much are they "
"Two francs, sir."
The sailor put a twenty-franc note in the woman's hand.
"I don't have change, sir," she said. "I'll get some from the waiter."
"No, ma'am," said the sailor, leaning over and kissing the ancient cheek. "This is my Christmas present for you."
Paragraph 1:
Then the sailor headed for our table with the flowers in his hand.___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Paragraph 2:
The piano player came alive and pleasant music filled the whole room.___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
答案以及解析
1.答案：1-3 BAA
解析：1.考查推理判断。由第一段中的"This means I require footwear that is not only trendy (because despite my active lifestyle, I do care how I look) but also durable and practical"可推知，作者特别讲究自己的衣着。
2.考查词义猜测。根据画线词前的"I've been hesitant to try out the new wave of eco-friendly sneakers"可知，作者一直犹豫要不要尝试新的环保运动鞋，在一定程度上是因为他对于环保产品很谨慎，担心它们是否耐用。A项意思与画线词的词义相近，故选A项。
3.考查细节理解。由第二段中的"Cariuma makes its name on the ethical processes that prioritize(优先考虑） the environment and the people involved， from raw materials to production to design"可知， Cariuma因注重保护环境而出名。
2.答案：1-4 DACD
解析：1.细节理解题。根据第三段最后一句"Cisco says the program seeks to explore the future of 5G connectivity in rural areas around the world."可知, 该项目旨在探索5G技术未来在全球农村地区的应用。故选D。
2.代词指代题。根据画线词后的also可知, It应该指的是前面所提到的事物, 且根据画线词所在句的上下文可知, 这里的意思是该项目从英国政府接受资金。故It在此指的是"The project"。故选A。
3.细节理解题。由文章最后一段可知, 5G技术可以改善农场奶牛的运作。故选C项。
4.文章出处题。通读全文可知, 本文主要介绍了一项关于5G技术在奶牛挤奶以及饲养奶牛的过程中的应用实验, 属于科技范畴, 故选D项。
3.答案：1-4 CADB
解析：1.细节理解题。根据第三段中的"They have made it so much easier to reach the audience of the world, without having to enter a career in show business in the traditional way."和第四段内容可知, 互联网使进入演艺界更方便。
2.细节理解题。根据第五段中的"For every success there are hundreds of others who never get off the starting line. There are the dreams that come true and the dreams that remain dreams forever."可知, 一个成功的博主之外还有数以百计的博主的事业毫无起色, 故可推知只有极少数的视频博主可以成功。
3.推理判断题。根据最后一段中的"Young Israeli David Leshaw, for example, runs a business called the Finishers Club...His job allows him to express his enthusiasm, and is always a learning experience."可知, 像David这样的年轻人通过网络把工作和业余爱好结合在一起。
4.主旨大意题。根据第二段最后一句"The survey, carried out among 1,002 people, found that as many as 40 percent of them put vloggers as their number one choice on a list of ideal careers."和第三段第一句"This change is undoubtedly as a result of the Internet and social media."可知, 文章主要介绍了互联网正在影响着英国的年轻人的职业选择。
4.答案：1-4.ADAB
解析：1.细节理解题。根据文章第二段第一句"...policymakers also should be talking about how self-driving vehicles can help reduce traffic jams, cut emissions and offer more convenient, affordable mobility options."可知,注意力应该放在无人驾驶汽车如何帮助解决一些与交通有关的问题上,故选择A项。
2.主旨大意题。根据文章第一段最后一句"...depending on how the transformation is regulated."和最后一段第一句可知,作者主要关注无人驾驶汽车的管理问题,故选择D项。
3.词义猜测题。画线单词所在句子和后面一句话形成了转折关系,后面一句提到随着价格的下降和更多的人对这种技术的适应,无人驾驶汽车作为私家车的拥有量会提高,画线单词所在句子与后一句意思相反,表示的是“考虑到费用、责任与维护问题,首批无人驾驶车辆的个人拥有情况不会很乐观,这些车几乎都会被叫车服务所利用”,因此可以判断出画线单词意为“使用,利用”,与employed的意思一致。故选择A项。
4.推理判断题。根据文章最后一段最后三句"The coming technological advancement presents a chance for cities and states to develop transportation systems designed to move more people, and more affordably. The car of the future is coming. We just have to plan for it."可知,作者虽然对无人驾驶车辆提出了自己的看法,但是对它的前景还是抱有乐观的态度,故选择B项。
5.答案：AGFCD
解析：①根据空后内容可知,此段介绍未来人口会越来越多,故A项"人口增长快速",符合语境。
②此段主要介绍未来计算机的情况,结合语境和选项可知,G项符合语境。
③此处考查上下文逻辑关系,所填答案应是对前一句的引申。根据关键词比对可知,F项中的travel和空前的Traveling对应,故选F项。
④此处考查段落大意。根据空后内容可知,本段主要介绍未来人们的饮食情况,故选C项。
⑤此处考查前后句的因果关系。此段主要介绍未来人们的工作情况。空处是导致人们没有足够的工作来做的原因,故D项"危险和繁重的工作由机器人来做"符合语境。
6.答案：(1)-(5)BAACD;(6)-(10)BCDCB;(11)-(15)DBBDA
解析：(1).根据a little及$1.50可以推断,作者只需要(need)一点儿汽油。
(2).根据$2.13可知,油表上显示总共加了2.13美元的汽油。total总量,符合语境。
(3).不认识的人给自己付加油费,作者肯定会感到惊讶(surprised)。
(4).作者打算把这2美元还给那位陌生的女士,give back归还。
(5).根据后句可知,作者没能把钱还回去,由此推断陌生女士已经离开(leave)。
(6).根据下文中的Paying It Forward可知,作者把两美元留给了下一位来加油站的人。
(7).作者感受到了Random Acts of Kindness,所以他也要把这种善意的行为传递下去,把两美元留给其他的人。
(8).作者接受了别人的帮助,而且在下文作者鼓励学生们去帮助别人。
(9).作者认为匿名帮助别人这种行为会以或大或小的方式改变(change)世界,让世界更美好。
(10).如果人们经常(regularly)把这种想法、理念付诸于行动,就可以给世界带来惊人的变化。
(11).根据上文anonymously及下文学生的评论可知,作者建议学生们做好事而不要被发现(find out)。
(12).根据下文seniors who need companionship可知,学生提到的是帮助养老院里面孤独的(lonely)人。
(13).学生们对这个建议都很感兴趣,认为不错,be impressed with对……印象深刻。
(14).学生们想以班级(class)的名义去做好事。
(15).作者找到了一个把学生们与每位需要陪伴的老人匹配的组织,match A with B把A和B搭配起来。
7.答案：①finally②earlier③treatment④a⑤settled⑥who⑦tears⑧caring⑨to show⑩It
解析：①考查副词。分析句子结构可知，空处作状语，应填副词finally。
②考查比较级。句意: 本周早些时候, Zwick和11个月大的女儿露西从奥兰多飞往费城。根据句意可知, 此处意为"在本周早些时候", 比现在提到的时间要早, 故填earlier。
③考查词性转换。句意: 由于婴儿患有肺病, 她们两人前往费城一家儿童医院接受治疗。介词for后应用名词, 故填treatment。
④考查冠词。句意: 她推着一辆婴儿车, 胳膊上挎着一个大袋子, 给女儿背着氧气机。分析句子结构可知, 此处填冠词, 表示泛指, 且big首字母的发音为辅音音素, 故用不定冠词a, 表示"一个", 故填a。
⑤考查时态。句意: 然而, 当她们坐到座位上时, 一名空乘人员走了过来, Zwick感到很惊讶……。根据主句中的was surprised可知此处用一般过去时, 故填settled。
⑥考查定语从句。句意: ……空乘人员说在头等舱的一位男性想要与她换位置。分析句子结构可知, 此处引导非限制性定语从句, 且在从句中作主语, 又因为先行词是a flight attendant, 故填who。
⑦考查名词复数形式。句意: Zwick写道: "我抑制不住眼泪, 在座位上哭了起来, 而我的女儿露西笑了。"tear是可数名词, hold back tears忍住泪水, 故填tears。
⑧考查非谓语动词。句意: 谢谢你关心我们, 谢谢你意识到可能事情并不总是容易的……。介词for后应用v.-ing形式, 故填caring。
⑨考查非谓语动词。intend to do是固定用法，意为"想要做……"。
⑩考查代词。分析句子结构可知，空处作主语，指代上文中的"a random act of kindness"，故填It。
8.答案：
Notice
A robot design contest will be held in our school on the basketball court on May 4th. Those who would like to take part in it are supposed to sign up at the office of the Students' Union before April 26th. All the senior students are welcome to join in the contest. The functions as well as the appearance of the robots you design will be considered when we choose the best ones. The first five winners will be given prizes. Besides, they can compete in the robot design contest of the senior school students in the city of Yinchuan in the name of our school. What's more, we believe you will learn a lot when you make efforts to do well in the contest. Please try your best and get ready in time.
the Students' Union
April 19, 2020
9.答案：
Paragraph 1:
Then the sailor headed for our table with the flowers in his hand. He picked out a red flower and placed it on our table. "Merry Christmas!" he greeted us in a cheerful voice. Before we could say "Thank you", he went to other tables. In an instant, everyone in the room was presented with flowers, including the waiter and the piano player. In the bright light, the flowers were glowing in full bloom. These magical flowers melted our frustrated hearts and blew away all the unpleasant moods.
Paragraph 2:
The piano player came alive and pleasant music filled the whole room. A festival atmosphere drowned all of us. We merrily danced to the joyful music, singing, laughing and wishing each other good luck. The old flower woman also joined us, unable to conceal her excitement and gratitude. The spirit of Christmas came back to us again. It brought all of us together in this small restaurant on a foreign land. All this was due to a young American sailor, who, through his kindness and generosity, brightened our paths.