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假定你是李华，你的外国朋友David今年寒假打算与家人一起来中国游玩。他在邮件中请你推荐一个富有中国传统文化元素的城市。请你给他回一封邮件，内容包括：
1.你的推荐；
2.推荐的理由。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear David,
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Yours,

Li Hua

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。

An exhibition titled Symbiosis of the Chinese Zodiac (生肖) opened at the Tocumen International Airport in Panama on Dec 19 and would run until Jan 20.

Sally Huang, 1． Chinese Panamanian artist and a doctor of art from Beijing Normal University, presented thirteen paintings, 2． combined the freehand brushstrokes of traditional Chinese paintings with the beautiful colors of Latin America, and presented the zodiac animals. Also there were some sculptures (雕刻品) of zodiac animals 3． display, which were created by Chinese artist Zhang Yong, graduating from the Central Academy of Fine Arts.

The exhibition 4． (include) in the project Painting Our Canals (运河), which was sponsored by the Beijing Culture and Arts Fund this year. The Beijing Culture and Arts Fund is a nonprofit fund 5． (found) by the Beijing Bureau of Culture and Tourism to provide support in the three major fields of stage art, cultural exchange 6． the cultivation (培养) of art talents.

The lead institution applying for the project was Beijing Normal University, 7．(feature) a series of events themed on the canal culture in both China and Panama, also inviting artists from both countries 8． (attend) the exhibition as well as hosting academic forums.

The opening ceremony was joined by representatives from both countries, such as the Chinese ambassador to Panama and the vice-minister of culture in Panama.

The ambassador expressed some 9． (message) congratulating the artists in his speech, while emphasizing that China and Panama should work together to promote 10． (globe) peace and development.

Self-criticism (自我批评) is a mental habit of negatively analyzing and judging ourselves and our actions. If we don’t find a way to overcome self-criticism, we won’t be able to live a happy and satisfying life. 1．.

Stop Negative Thoughts

Thought stopping is one of the best secrets of how to overcome self-criticism. Interrupting your thoughts helps you change how you think about yourself, thus helping you feel better. 2．. However, with enough practice, you will make it.

3．

Another strategy is to replace negative self-critical thoughts with positive realistic statements. For instance, if you set a goal, be realistic about it by giving yourself enough time to achieve it. In fact, having a constant desire to achieve immediate success can ruin your confidence.

Avoid Perfectionism

Another secret is to let go of the need to be perfect. It’s all right to set high standards for yourself. 4．. In addition, desiring to be perfect in everything you pursue can prevent your progress.

Stop Comparing Yourself to Others

5．. However, it’s important to note that comparing yourself to your peers, friends, or family can increase dissatisfaction and unhappiness. That said, the best tip on how to overcome self-criticism is to practice self-acceptance.

A．Be realistic

B．Focus on strengths

C．It’s normal to feel like that everyone has a better life than you

D．Remember it’s from your mistakes that you get to improve yourself

E．If you’ve been stuck in negative thoughts, here’s what you need to do

F．It’s important to note that changing your negative thought patterns can take time

G．However, falling short of your goals and expectations can make you feel worthless

A new study warns that more than a fifth of all reptile (爬行动物) species are threatened with extinction, which may have a bad impact on the planet.

The largest ever analysis of the state of the world’s reptiles, published in Nature, has showed that 21% of the reptile species are facing extinction. The study says from lizards to snakes, such a loss could have disastrous impacts on ecosystems around the world.

Although many reptiles live in dry environments such as deserts, most species occur in forests, where they suffer from threats such as logging of land for agriculture.30% of the forest-dwelling reptiles are at risk of extinction, compared with 14% in dry habitats. Hunting is also a major threat to reptiles, especially turtles and crocodiles, many of which are at risk of extinction. Another major contributing factor is the introduction of invasive species.

“If we removed reptiles, it could change ecosystems fundamentally, with unfortunate knock-on effects, such as increases in pest insects,” said Neil Cox, co-leader of the study. “Biodiversity, including reptiles, supports the ecosystem services that provide a healthy environment for people.”

Our hope is that this first-ever assessment of the world’s 10,000-plus reptiles helps put them in the spotlight and goes some way to highlighting this diversity, and just how much we have to lose. As well as controlling rats, mosquitoes and other pests, reptiles deliver many other benefits. “They help spread seeds, especially in island environments,” said researcher Hoffmann. “We’ve also achieved many medical advances from studies of reptiles.”

The results of the study are not all doom and gloom. Scientists have found, surprisingly, that if they set out to protect places where threatened birds, mammals and amphibians (两栖动物) live together, they’ll meanwhile protect many more threatened reptiles.

1．Which is the main concern raised by the new study?

A．The overpopulation of reptiles.	B．The loss of reptiles.
C．The sharp increase in reptile species.	D．The disastrous influence of reptiles on nature.

2．How many factors causing the extinction of species are mentioned in paragraph 3?

A．One.

B．Two.

C．Three.

D．Four.

3．What did Neil Cox and Hoffmann both say about reptiles?

A．Their benefits.	B．Their habitats.
C．Their living habits.	D．Their health problems.

4．What does the underlined phrase “doom and gloom” in the last paragraph mean?

A．Disappointing.

B．Odd.

C．Satisfactory.

D．Amazing.

Sarah was not an early riser. But what made the annoying early morning hours bearable was the comforting smell of fresh coffee floating in the air. Her favorite coffee shop was just a few minutes away from her apartment.

One sunny morning, Sarah rushed to get dressed. Having a job interview, she felt anxious, afraid to be late. She grabbed her car key, dashed out of the door and made her way to her familiar coffee shop as usual. As she joined the line of cars at the drive-through, the smell of roasted coffee beans and the thought of the first taste of coffee were her little daily luxury. The line inched forward, and soon, Sarah found herself at the drive-through window. She reached for her purse to pay, but before she could hand over her credit card, the coffee shop assistant smiled and said, “Your coffee has been covered by the car ahead of you.” Sarah was taken aback. “Really?” she asked, feeling astonished and grateful. The assistant nodded. The unexpected act of kindness put a smile on her face, making her upcoming interview feel a little relaxing.

As she exited the drive-through, Sarah glanced in her rear view mirror (后视镜) at the next car approaching the coffee shop window. An idea began to come into her mind. Maybe she could do the same and brighten someone else’s morning. She decided to return to the coffee shop. Inside, she approached the cashier and said, “I’d like to pay for the coffee of the person in the car behind me.” The assistant smiled and nodded again.

As Sarah eventually left the coffee shop, Sarah couldn’t help but wonder how the next driver would react. A wave of satisfaction washed over Sarah as she witnessed the continuation of the coffee chain. She knew she had just initiated a chain of generosity and kindness.

1．What can we learn about Sarah from the first two paragraphs?

A．She led a life of luxury.	B．She used to get up early.
C．She was nervous about the interview.	D．She was new to the coffee shop.

2．Why did Sarah go back to the coffee shop?

A．To find out who paid for her coffee.	B．To order herself another cup of coffee.
C．To see what was exactly happening there.	D．To buy coffee for the driver behind her.

3．How did Sarah feel when she finally left the coffee shop?

A．Ambitious.

B．Content.

C．Awkward.

D．Suspicious.

4．What is the text mainly about?

A．A chain of coffee shops.	B．An unforgettable interview.
C．The kindness from an assistant.	D．The power of paying it forward.

听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1．What is the speaker talking about?

A．His major．

B．His hobby．

C．His job．

2．Where did the speaker watch birds last year?

A．Near the lake．

B．In the forest．

C．In the mountains．

3．Which of the following helps the speaker in bird watching?

A．A tent．

B．A flashlight．

C．A guide book．

4．Why does the speaker like bird watching?

A．It helps him exercise and relax mind．

B．It lets him enjoy natural scenery．

C．It teaches him to protect birds．

听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
1．How did the man get there?

A．By train and by car．

B．By train and by bus．

C．By plane and by coach．

2．Where is the man from?

A．Liverpool．

B．London．

C．Brighton．

3．Where will the meeting for new students be held?

A．In the canteen．

B．In the Common Room．

C．In Room 501．

4．Who is the woman probably?

A．A teacher．

B．A new student．

C．The man’s mother．

听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
1．Why does the man talk with the woman?

A．To check in.

B．To rent a room.

C．To change a room.

2．How long will the man stay?

A．Seven days.

B．Thirteen days.

C．Ten days.

3．What will the man do next?

A．Hold a conference.

B．Have a meal.

C．Buy a guidebook.

听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
1．What was wrong with Tom?

A．He was hit by a taxi.

B．He hurt his head.

C．He fell ill with heart trouble.

2．What did the woman do?

A．She called the doctor.

B．She checked Tom carefully.

C．She took Tom to the hospital.

听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
1．What are the speakers doing now?

A．Having an English class．

B．Having an English party．

C．Performing an English drama．

2．When was Shakespeare born?

A．In 1654．

B．In 1564．

C．In 1456．