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THEATER: STRAIGHT WHITE MEN From Korean American playwright Young Jean Lee comes a comedy that deals with the privilege problem through the story of three brothers (Jake by Bruch Reed, Drew by Avery Clark and Matt by Michael Tisdale) and their father Ed (played by Michael Winters), who reunite over Christmas eggnog and light trash-talking that leads to something deeper. Through Dec.18. Studio Theater, 1501 14th St. NW. 202-332-3300. $20-$85. EXHIBIT: GATEWAYS/PORTALS This exhibit explores the immigrant experience in America. By looking at community, social justice and gatherings, it aims to show how people come to adopt a new home in major metro areas like Washington, Baltimore, Charlotte and Raleigh, N.C. Dec.5 through Aug.6. Anacostia Community Museum, 1901 Fort PI.SE. 202-633-4820. Free. BLUES: PIEDMONT BLUES As part of Strathmore’s Shades of Blues festival, jazz pianist and composer Gerald Clayton leads the nine-piece Assembly band in a performance featuring singer Rene Marie and tap dancer Maurice Chestnut. This show, which highlights works by Piedmont Blues musicians, will combine music, film and photography. 8 p.m. Dec.10. Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, Md. 301-581-5100. $30-$60. INDOOR FUN: WINTERFEST You don’t have to wait until spring training to get a look at the Nats. The Washington Nationals host a two-day festival featuring games, activities and appearances by its great baseball players. Dec.10-11. Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon PI. NW.202-608-1110. $33, $23 children. 【1】Who will give a performance at Studio Theater? A.Young Jean Lee. B.Michael Winters. C.Rene Marie. D.Maurice Chestnut. 【2】Where can people learn about American history? A.Studio Theater. B.Anacostia Community Museum. C.Strathmore. D.Walter E. Washington Convention Center. 【3】Which number should a sports fan call? A.202-332-3300. B.202-633-4820. C.301-581-5100. D.202-608-1110. |
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I’ve always loved singing but, until this summer, it was only in the shower. I never thought I’d missed out on much until my children joined the school choir. As singing has become a bigger part of my children’s lives, I’ve seen their confidence grow. It’s a big thing to perform on stage, but soon this was something they could deal with easily. I had encouraged them to challenge themselves and they’d succeeded. As a mother, I thought: job done. What happened next threw me. “Come and join the parents’ choir,” a friend suggested. I told her I couldn’t sing. “It’s not about the singing; it’s about the experience,” she said. “You should try it out.” That night I struggled to sleep. Every day, I encourage my children to push themselves out of their comfort zone; every day, I learn that the only way to get your children to behave in a certain way is by modeling that behavior yourself. Here I was doing the opposite. The next morning, I joined. I felt like the awkward new girl the morning I walked into the practice room. An original score had been written to be sung in three parts, which others read like they were sentences on a page and burst into song. To me, it might well have been written in ancient Greek. I tried my best to follow the tune. Standing on stage on the evening of our performance, I started trembling, but as soon as the music started, I calmed down. A sea of smiling faces encouraged me. Applause filled the hall and I was really excited. I realized that performing was addictive. I also realized that what I always told my children was true: unless you push yourself and are brave to try something new, you’ll miss out on so much that life has to offer. 【1】Which of the following best describes the author’s children? A.Imaginative. B.Generous. C.Independent. D.Courageous. 【2】Why did the author decide to join the parents’ choir? A.She followed her friend’s example. B.She was encouraged by her children. C.She tried to achieve her dream of singing. D.She hoped to set her children an example. 【3】What does the underlined sentence in Paragraph 2 suggest? A.The author had difficulty singing the song. B.The author was unable to write music. C.The author was fond of classical music. D.The author could write in ancient Greek. 【4】Which of the following is the best title for the passage? A.Practice makes perfect. B.Confidence: the secret of success. C.Challenges make life meaningful. D.Opportunity favors a cautious mind. |
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While walking through some remote forest in Indonesia’s West Sumatra, some biologists claim to have spotted the world’s largest flower ever recorded. The flower is a giant Rafflesia tuan-mudae, a species that only comes out for about seven days at the end of the plant’s lifespan. The record flower measured in at a diameter of 111 centimeters, which makes it larger than the previous record holder by 4 centimeters, also a Rafflesia tuan-mudae. “This is the largest Rafflesia tuan-mudae that has ever been documented,” said Ade Putra at the Agam Conservation Agency in Sumatra. The flower is characterized by its flesh-colored petals (花瓣) that are covered in white spots. That might not sound like the most attractive description, but it’s proper considering the smell this species is known to give off. Rafflesia tuan-mudae is a type of special flower, which smells like a dying body. Don’t let this fact lessen the glory of a find like this, however. What the flower lacks in fragrance makes up for its appealing biology. The pungent smell is meant to attract flies, which are this flower’s main pollinators (传粉者). Interestingly, it’s still a mystery as to what type of animal distributes the tuan-mudae seeds. These plants also grow inside the root of a host plant for around nine months until suddenly showing themselves to the world with their giant smelly flowers. They were named “Rafflesia” after a British colonist (殖民者), Sir Stamford Raffles, who was the first to officially identify one in the early 19th century. Hopefully for Raffles’ sake, it was named after him to honor the discovery, not because of the good sir’s smell. Luckily, it takes a special kind of scientists to run toward one of these flowers rather than away, but in this case the prize was worth the smell. Whatever its smell, it’s a special plant, and it’s encouraging that such rare natural wonders can still find room to grow on our crowded planet. 【1】What was the diameter of the previous record holder of the biggest flower? A.111 centimeters. B.104 centimeters. C.107 centimeters. D.115 centimeters. 【2】What does the underlined word “pungent” mean in Paragraph 4? A.Strong and unpleasant. B.Relaxing and soft. C.Fragrant and sharp. D.Pleasant and attractive. 【3】What is the main idea of the fifth paragraph? A.When the flower was found. B.Where the flower was found. C.How the flower was named. D.Why the flower was so special. 【4】How does the author find the discovery? A.Nervous. B.Fortunate. C.Annoyed. D.Satisfied. |
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“Alexa, what’s 5 minus 3?” A 6-year-old boy recently asked that question in a video, which was popular on Twitter. Alexa, Amazon’s voice-started assistant, delivered a quick answer: 2. It’s cute, but it raises a question that’s been on the minds of many parents and educators lately: How do virtual assistants like Alexa affect children’s learning experiences? Clint Hill, an English teacher, says in his classrooms he often sees “children quietly talking into their phones and asking Google or other services to spell some complicated words that they don’t know.” But Hill says he doesn’t mind. “I struggle with spelling, and spellcheck on my word processing has been a lifesaver for me.” he says. “I think being able to use those technological aids is not hurting anybody,” Hill adds. But some experts say it’s not just about learning basic math or spelling. “One of the best gifts we can give our children is doing that kind of problem-solving together,” says Diane Levin, a professor of applied human development. Levin says it’s important for children to learn to struggle—even just a little—with challenges. “They will use those skills that they’re learning for all kinds of things that come along,” Levin says. How much concern should parents have over Alexa and their children? Every new wave of technology, from calculators to TV sets, causes a panic about its effect on children, and nostalgia (怀旧) for the past, says Dimitri Christakis, an expert in child health, behavior and development. But he says that a child watching television is having a completely passive experience. Because new technology is interactive, “it helps understand how the world works,” Christakis says. “But while watching television, you play no role in the content,” Christakis says. Still, he agrees that this debate is about much more than knowing what 5 minus 3 is. It’s also about developing the patience to solve problems. “That ability to stay focused,” he says, “is one of the most important developmental skills that children acquire.” 【1】What can be inferred from Hill’s words? A.Technological aids are helpful. B.His students don’t use their brains. C.His students aren’t focused in class. D.Spelling is really difficult for small children. 【2】What can we learn about technological aids in Levin’s opinion? A.They fail to solve problems. B.They give children challenges. C.They present a threat to teachers at school. D.They are harmful to children’s development. 【3】Which of the following would Christakis agree with? A.New technology affects children most. B.New technology tends to cause worries. C.Television has been a thing of the past. D.Today’s parents are too concerned. 【4】What does Christakis stress about children in the last paragraph? A.Their ability to interact with others. B.Their ability to learn from the past. C.Their ability to study technology. D.Their ability to pay attention. |
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Wearing a mask for confidence You may often see young people in Asian countries wear their masks in public. 【1】 Asians often wear face masks to prevent one's own germs (微生物) or sickness from spreading in public places. 【2】This means they will try their best to make contributions to their group. During the novel coronavirus outbreak, Asians will wear masks to prevent both themselves and others from being infected, which will eventually benefit the whole group. Apart from physical protection, masks have evolved into social firewalls among young people in Asian countries as well. 【3】They often want to keep a safe distance from strangers. But when they can't achieve it in public such as on a crowded subway, hiding their faces with masks can sometimes help them gain some privacy. 【4】For example, they can avoid the embarrassment when they don't have enough time to do makeup. 【5】They wear them, along with audio headsets, to signal a lack of desire to communicate with those around them, according to Quartz. Not only are masks used to prevent the spread of disease, they have indeed made their way into the mainstream and are here to stay in Asian countries. A.What makes them do so? B.Asians are subject to Confucianism (儒教). C.In many Asian countries, people value collectivism. D.They think wearing masks is not related to their freedom. E.For this reason, wearing masks has become a fashion trend among young people. F.For some young girls, wearing masks can give them confidence and a sense of security. G.Young people are more concerned about their privacy than their parents and grandparents. |
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WHAT are good friends? This is not a (an) _______question. But Mark and Jarryd Haines, ___________, have always been good friends. The two boys from Sydney have known each other for most of their lives. Both of them_______playing Australian football. A few years ago, when Mark was nine, he developed brain cancer. The _______robbed the boy of his _______, part of his hearing and his ability to play his favorite sport._______, throughout the years, Jarryd_______his closest friend. They still share their love of Australian football. And they still like talking about the Sydney Swans, their favorite team. Two weeks ago, I took my___________at Sydney Cricket Ground to watch the Swans. The old stadium_______fans. Shortly into the second quarter, I heard some great commentary (现场解说) from a boy. Play by play, Jarryd was bringing the game to ________. I turned and saw him. Mark was sitting next to him. __________he cannot see anymore, Mark still loves the Swans very much. Usually, he goes to the stadium and listens to the commentary on the radio. But in the second quarter of that match, the radio system ________. That was when his friend Jarryd stepped in. I ________looked at the Swans and Buddy, the team's star player. ________that, I was focusing on Jarryd and Mark. 'What's happening now, mate?' Mark asked. 'Don't worry, Mark,' Jarryd replied. 'Okay. Buddy's got it. Will he go for it? He's going for it! It's his tenth goal! Buddy is________!'Mark listened carefully. He was lost in the________of Australian football brought to life by his friend. Sports can be ________. Yet, they can also allow us to share wonderful________with others,____________they be close friends or perfect strangers. Here, Jarryd and Mark have moved me, and perhaps some other spectators (观众), with their precious________. 【1】A.difficult B.easy C.interesting D.boring 【2】A.for sure B.for fun C.for real D.for good 【3】A.hate B.admit C.resist D.enjoy 【4】A.disease B.pain C.judgment D.treatment 【5】A.taste B.smell C.sight D.mind 【6】A.Certainly B.Mostly C.Hopefully D.Luckily 【7】A.became B.remained C.found D.forgot 【8】A.position B.ticket C.choice D.seat 【9】A.was crowded with B.was known to C.was popular among D.was favorable for 【10】A.memory B.life C.end D.soul 【11】A.Because B.When C.Although D.If 【12】A.broke down B.turned up C.died away D.fade out 【13】A.nearly B.mostly C.hardly D.closely 【14】A.In regard to B.Regardless of C.In response to D.Instead of 【15】A.under fire B.on fire C.in place D.out of place 【16】A.history B.future C.plan D.magic 【17】A.attractive B.common C.competitive D.beneficial 【18】A.moments B.discoveries C.adventures D.experiments 【19】A.must B.should C.may D.need 【20】A.experience B.friendship C.effort D.time |
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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。 China launched its 【1】(one) independent Mars mission (任务) on July 23 at the Wenchang Space Launch Center in Hainan, 【2】(open) the nation’s planetary exploration program. If everything goes according to schedule, the 5-ton Tianwen 1 (天问1号), 【3】consistsof two major parts, the orbiter and the lander, will travel more than 400 million km over some seven months 【4】entering the Martian gravitational (引力) field. The entire landing operation is expected to take about 7 minutes, which 【5】(call) by experts “the 【6】(risky) moment” of a Mars landing mission. After a certain period of preparations, the lander will 【7】(gradual) unlock the rover (火星车) to allow it to move onto the Martian surface. Research on the Red Planet is also meaningful to studying the history and 【8】(evolve) of Earth, space scientists said. Tianwen, 【9】Quest for Heavenly Truth, is a long poem by famous ancient poet Qu Yuan of the Kingdom of Chu during the Warring States Period (475-221 BC). He is known for his patriotism and contributions to classical poetry and verses. Naming the mission after the poem was intended 【10】(show) China’s determination to explore deep space and to implant the love of science in young people. |
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假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共 有 10 处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。 增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧），并在其下面写出该加的词。删除：把多余的词用斜线（\）划掉。 修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。 注意：1. 每处错误及其修改均仅限一词； 2. 只允许修改 10 处，多者（从第 11 处起）不计分。 Li Bai, a famous poet in the Tang Period, liked playing and afraid of difficulties in his childhood. However, he fell behind others in his studies. One morning, on his way home after school, he walked by a stream, that he saw an old woman grind (v. 磨 ) a very thick iron rod ( 棒 ). He went to her and curious asked why she was doing so. The old woman replied, “To make a needle.” Li Bai felt more curious on the answer, “How can you grind such a thick iron rod into a needle?” “If one work with constant effort, he can make this,” she answered. Hearing her word, Li Bai was inspired. After that, Li Bai studied hard and made a rapid progress. |
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假定你是李华。为弘扬中国文化，学生会将举办主题为“中国文化”的英语演讲比赛。 作为国际学校学生会主席，你将在比赛开始前发言。请根据以下提示用英语写一篇发言稿。 1. 活动的主题及意义；2. 中国文化博大精深；3. 预祝比赛圆满成功。注意：1. 词数 100 词左右； 2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯； 3. 短文开头和结尾已为你写好，不计入总词数。 Ladies and gentlemen, ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ That’s all. Thank you! |
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