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第一部分 閱讀（共兩節(jié)，滿分50分）

第一節(jié) （共15小題；每小題2.5分，滿分37.5分）閱讀下列短文，從每題所給的A、B、C、D四個選項中選出最佳選項。

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There are many idioms or sayings in English that we use when we want to describe relationships between and among friends.Here are a few to practice with your friends.

The idiom“through thick and thin”is used to describe a friend who is loyal and supportive during bad times as well as good times.It most often describes a friendship that has been strong for a long time. Here are two examples: John and Lisa have been friends through thick and thin.My best friend and I stayed together through thick and thin.

If two people are“l(fā)ike two peas（豌豆）in a pod”, it means that they get along very well. They are two very good friends and they are very similar to each other. I have never seen Lola and Camille argue;they are like two peas in a pod.

Some friends are especially sympathetic and easy to talk to. They are not judgmental or impatient. They are good at sharing our pain, which helps ease our pain. A friend like this is often called“a shoulder to cry on”. We can go to this person with a problem or sadness and this person can bring comfort to us.

“Hit it off”with someone means falling in love with someone immediately or getting along with someone.This usually happens the first time two people are meeting.They often share interests, goals and beliefs. This can happen between friends who like each other at first sight. Carmen and Isabel hit it off at the party and are going to a movie together today.Mike and I did not hit it off on our first date,but we are going to try once more.

1.Which of the following may be friends through thick and thin?

A.Friends who often play games.

B.Friends who help reduce pain.

C.Friends who are easy to deal with.

D.Friends who share a long friendship.

2.Which of the following idioms describes two similar friends?

A.Hit it off. B.Like two peas in a pod.

C.A shoulder to cry on. D.Through thick and thin.

3.What's the purpose of the text?

A.To introduce some English idioms.

B.To explain what a good friendship is.

C.To teach readers how to learn idioms well.

D.To offer some examples of English sentences.

B

One spring morning many years ago,I was exploring for gold on southeastern Alaska's Kupreanof Island,and as I emerged from a forest of spruce (云杉),I froze in my tracks.No more than 20 paces away in the wetland was a huge wolf—caught in a trap.

Confused and frightened by my approach, the wolf backed away, struggling with the chain of the trap.Then I noticed something:It was a female.

From her appearance, I guessed that she had been trapped for only a few days. That meant her pups (幼崽)were probably still alive,surely no more than a few miles away.But I suspected that if I tried to release the wolf, she would turn aggressive and tear me to pieces. So I decided to search for her pups and fortunately, I spotted foot marks on a track skirting the wetland.

I finally spotted the cave at the base of a huge spruce. There wasn't a sound inside.Wolf pups were shy and cautious, and I didn't have much hope of luring them outside. But I had to try.So I began imitating(模仿)the high-pitched sound of a mother wolf calling her pups. No response! A few moments later, after I tried another call, four tiny wolves appeared.

They were no more than a few weeks old. I extended my hands, and they doubtfully suckled (吸奶) my fingers. Perhaps hunger had helped overcome their natural fear. Then,one by one,I placed them in a thick bag and headed back.

When the mother wolf spotted me, she stood straight. Possibly picking up the smell of her young,she let out a high-pitched,sorrowful howl.I released the pups,and they raced to her. Within seconds, they were drinking milk on her belly. In that brief moment, these injured animals and I had somehow entered each other's worlds.

4.Why did the author leave the wolf trapped in the trap?

A.To observe it closely. B.To search for its pups.

C.To avoid being attacked. D.To seek professional help.

5.What does the underlined word“l(fā)uring”in paragraph 4 mean?

A.Dragging. B.Seizing. C.Rescuing. D.Attracting.

6.What can be inferred about the pups from paragraph 5?

A.They had not been fed for long.

B.They were not afraid of humans.

C.They played with the author for fun.

D.They knew the author was harmless.

7.Which words best describe the author?

A.Cautious and enthusiastic. B.Considerate and intelligent.

C.Responsible and generous. D.Warm-hearted and ambitious.

C

One night, Pilar was in a deep sleep when she was woken by her cat Inti. Inti was meowing wildly outside Pilar's bedroom and throwing himself against the closed bedroom door.When Pilar opened her eyes,she saw that her bedroom was filled with smoke.As she escaped her house with Inti in her arms,she saw that a fire was burning in her kitchen.Pilar could easily have lost her life,but Inti would not let that happen.Even though Inti could have escaped the house through a cat door,he wouldn't leave Pilar.

As amazing as this story is,it is not as uncommon as you may think.Take the example of Charlotte Lee and her horse, Thunder. One summer night, the whole family was asleep with the windows open. It was normally very quiet where they lived. Suddenly, there was a loud noise. Charlotte woke up from her sweet dream, and the noise continued. Then she heard a horse running fast towards the house.The next thing she saw was Thunder standing outside her window,neighing(嘶鳴)and shaking his head.She knew something was wrong.Charlotte quickly got everyone out of the house before the earthquake hit. Thunder had saved her life.

There are also stories of wild animals coming to the rescue of humans. One animal known to be a friend of humans is the dolphin. Once, Todd Endris was surfing with his friends when he was attacked by a 13-foot (4-meter) shark. In the middle of the attack, a group of dolphins came to his rescue by forming a protective ring around Todd until he could get safely to shore. Without the help of the dolphins, there was little chance that Todd could have escaped.

No one is sure why animals have so often come to our rescue.However,it is clear that humans and animals enjoy a close relationship. It is important that we care for them as much as we can.

8.Why did Inti throw himself against the door?

A.He was trying to wake up his owner.

B.He wanted to get out of the room.

C.He felt bored and was playing by himself.

D.He couldn't find the way out because of the smoke.

9.Before the earthquake hit,Charlotte _______.

A.closed the windows B.was sleeping deeply

C.ran to warn her neighbors D.got her horse out of the stable

10.Both Inti and Thunder _______.

A.were shy and quiet B.used to make noise at night

C.were brave and smart D.saved their owners several times

11.Which of the following is probably Todd's feeling towards the dolphins?

A.Doubtful. B.Grateful.

C.Frightened. D.Bored.

D

It had been 10 years since a family in the Ozarks lost their beloved dog named Razzle.Understandably, after so much time, they'd come to accept the fact that they would never get to see their furry little friend again.

But then they received a phone call that was nothing short of a miracle—Razzle had been found!

In the decade since he went missing, Razzle has been on a long journey. He somehow managed to make his way from Herb Springs, Arkansas, to French Camp, California. That adds up to 1,600 miles!

While traveling around the city, Razzle managed to come across just the right people.According to the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office, after they discovered the sweet dog,they had him checked for a microchip. Thankfully, he did have one, and they were able to locate his family!That's when volunteer pilot Jeremy Wade took over.

“The amazing dog transport folks out in California knew I sometimes fly to Heber Springs, and now he's getting a ride with me back to his family after all these years,”Jeremy said.

Razzle's long journey away from home was finally coming to a close! He was loaded safely onto the plane,and then the two of them headed to Arkansas,where the pup's family was waiting for them.

“He's now a very old dog, but now he can have the sunset of his life back home with his family in the Ozarks,”Jeremy said.

We can only imagine how amazed Razzle's family was to hear the news,but the joy on their faces when they were finally reunited said it all.

Wow, what an emotional ending! There truly is nothing like the love between a family and their dog.

12.What happened after Razzle's missing?

A.He liked the journey. B.His owners felt amazed.

C.He created a miracle. D.His owners accepted the fact.

13.What's the key factor for the dog's return home?

A.The folks'transporting him. B.His loyalty to his owners.

C.The microchip tied to him. D.The pilot's taking over him.

14.Which word can describe Sheriff's office?

A.Cautious. B.Determined. C.Generous. D.Grateful.

15.What's the best title for this text?

A.Friendly people rescued a dog B.A dog travels 1,600 miles

C.A family lost their beloved dog D.A dog finds his way home

第二節(jié) （共5小題；每小題2.5分，滿分12.5分）

閱讀下面短文，從短文后的選項中選出可以填入空白處的最佳選項。選項中有兩項為多余選項。

People all need friends, because nobody wants to be lonely and a friend can help you in good and bad times. 16 Here are some signs to tell you if your friend is a true friend.

Always honest

Honesty is important for keeping a relationship alive. A true friend always tells you the truth. 17 It is important that your friend speaks honestly and never makes up stories.

Always there for you

There are always periods in your life when you have problems or difficulties. 18 He/She may not be able to offer a solution to your problems, but the fact that your friend makes time to listen is a sign he/she cares about you. Your friend is not a true friend if he/she can never make time for you when you are in trouble. You also need to be reasonable and accept that your friend also has other things to do so he/she can't always listen immediately to your problems.

Always respectful

19 Your true friend may disagree but never insists that he/she is correct.

Always understanding

20 A true friend will always be forgiving and understanding even if it isn't his/her fault. We are all different people and we all make mistakes. A true friend is always forgiving and understanding because he/she doesn't want to take the risk of losing his/her best friend.

A.Everyone likes to make friends.

B.Sometimes a good friend will turn against you.

C.It may be hard sometimes,but lying can destroy a friendship.

D.It is possible that some problems will arise between you and your friend.

E.A true friend will always have time to listen to your problems and give advice.

F.A true friend will always respect your opinions no matter whether he/she agrees or not.

G.You've made friends since childhood,but you still don't know who your true friends are.

第二部分 語言運用（共兩節(jié)，滿分30分）

第一節(jié) （共15小題；每小題1分，滿分15分）

閱讀下面短文，從每題所給的A、B、C、D四個選項中選出可以填入空白處的最佳選項。

We moved there on my third birthday. My first 21 is our neighbor Arlene handing me strawberries from her garden through a hole in the chain-link fence. She and her husband,Bill,lived next door.

One day, my parents asked Bill and Arlene whether they'd watch me 22 they were out on a date.This 23 well for everyone,so it became a somewhat monthly occurrence. Arlene and Bill didn't have kids. They had a 24 room in their house, which became“my”room.I had a cabinet and boxes of toys and books in that room.Arlene and I would do crafts together. Bill taught me how to 25 the lawn tractor and eventually a car(stick and automatic).

When I was about five,I had an idea.My parents were watching TV when I spat it out:“What if I adopt Bill and Arlene as my 26 ?”My parents said I could go over and ask them. I 27 on Bill and Arlene's door, sat down in their living room, and said,“Will you guys be my grandparents?”They started crying and 28 accepted. Soon after, they printed out an adoption 29 ,and it hung on their living room wall from then on.

I remember being surprised that they took my 30 so seriously—not because I wasn't serious, but because I was just a kid. They could have 31 it off. Thinking of that moment still brings tears to my eyes. There is something truly magnificent about a child offering her love and 32 being so excited to accept it. Every child in this world 33 enthusiastically responded love.

Arlene passed away in 2013, two days before our adoption anniversary. Bill gave her eulogy (悼詞). At the end, he said,“Arlene 34 her husband, Bill, and the greatest joy of her life,her granddaughter,Katie.”

After the funeral, Bill gave me the ring he'd gifted to Arlene on their 25th wedding anniversary.It's a simple gold band that I wear on my ring finger as a 35 of the kind of love I wish to put into this world.

21.A.thought B.impression C.memory D.communication

22.A.while B.though C.unless D.because

23.A.improved B.worked C.performed D.operated

24.A.private B.spare C.public D.smooth

25.A.drive B.build C.store D.select

26.A.relations B.friends C.children D.grandparents

27.A.observed B.called C.knocked D.stroke

28.A.enthusiastically B.reluctantly C.voluntarily D.unwillingly

29.A.academy B.commitment C.certificate D.procedure

30.A.charge B.offer C.sentence D.favor

31.A.kicked B.laughed C.kept D.wiped

32.A.people B.parents C.adults D.neighbors

33.A.refuses B.hopes C.receives D.deserves

34.A.leaves behind B.counts on C.gives away D.submits to

35.A.reminder B.suggestion C.proof D.present

第二節(jié) （共10小題；每小題1.5分，滿分15分）

閱讀下面短文，在空白處填入1個適當(dāng)?shù)膯卧~或括號內(nèi)單詞的正確形式。

The manner in which one behaves around the people they regard as friends or allies is very important. There 36.______（be）a shocking number of individuals who fail to realize this.People tend to view 37.______（them）as the exceptions to the rule.

An individual who complains about their friends, or spreads rumors in their absence is likely 38.______（carry）this behavior into all of their friendships. This is not guaranteed,but it is 39.______（high）probable.Time has a way of revealing one's true colors and intentions. The 40.______（chance）are that if he or she badmouths one of their friends in your presence,they will likely say mean things about you in your absence.

The treatment of others is an excellent strategy in determining the sincerity of a friend. Outside perceptions from the right sources can also make 41.______difference as well. However, 42.______is critical to note that outside perceptions are not always 43.______（reliability）. Family members and other friends can be biased in their assessment of others 44.______some reasons.Although outside input from others can be helpful,it should not 45.______（employ）as a singular means to determine how true a friend is.

第三部分 寫作（共兩節(jié)，滿分40分）

第一節(jié) （滿分15分）

假定你是李華，請你以“Making good friends”為題給《瘋狂英語》的“Campus Today”專欄寫一篇稿件。內(nèi)容包括：

1.好朋友的重要性；

2.如何交到好朋友。

注意：

1.詞數(shù)80左右；

2.可以適當(dāng)增加細(xì)節(jié)，以使行文連貫。

Making good friends

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第二節(jié) （滿分25分）

閱讀下面材料，根據(jù)其內(nèi)容和所給段落開頭語續(xù)寫兩段，使之構(gòu)成一篇完整的短文。

Sally had trouble speaking in social situations. I'm a registered nurse and I love kids and dogs.I wanted to use Bella to bring her joy,comfort and confidence the way only a dog can.

That morning in January, her teacher led us to a room by the school office.“Sally hasn't spoken outside her home in two years,”she told me.“Her parents have taken her to doctors,but nothing has worked.”A little girl stood shyly just inside the doorway.Her eyes brightened when noticing my dog.

“This is Isabella Rose. I call her Bella,”I said.“Would you like to pet her? She doesn't know anyone here and she'd like to meet you. She does tricks. Would you like to see?”

Sally nodded. I motioned with my hand. Bella lay down and then rolled over. Sally's eyes cheered up.“She'll do it for you too,”I said.“I can teach you.”

I showed Sally the hand signals for various commands. She was a natural with Bella.Soon Sally was able to take Bella at her pace all on her own.I could see her standing taller,more sure of herself each time we met.

One morning,when she was working with Bella,I heard a tiny voice,barely a whisper:“Good dog.”Sally didn't take her eyes off Bella,but I wanted to jump for joy.Sally spoke a little more each week, only to Bella at first, but then to me. Later, she started giving voice commands with her hand signals and her confidence rose. Still, she hadn't spoken in her classroom.

“Could you bring Bella to my class and show the other kids her tricks?”Sally asked me one day.An idea struck me.“Why don't you do it?”I said.“I know you can.You're as good with Bella as I am.”Now,Sally stood nervously in front of her kindergarten class,with Bella sitting calmly by her side.Her classmates focused on Sally,waiting for her to speak.

注意：

1.所續(xù)寫短文的詞數(shù)應(yīng)為150左右；

2.續(xù)寫部分分為兩段，每段的開頭語已為你寫好。

Paragraph 1:

But not a word came out.

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Paragraph 2:

The next week, she told me she wanted to try again, looking up at me with determination.

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