New research has found that even if you give up smoking,the damage it has done to your genes（基因）will stay there for a much longer time.

In the research,a team of US scientists studied the blood of 16,000 people.Among them, some were smokers,some used to smoke,and the rest were non-smokers.Scientists compared their genes and found that more than 7,000 genes of smokers had changed a number that is one-third of known human genes.

According to NBC News,both heart disease and cancer are caused by genetic changes. Some people may have had the changes when they were born,but most people get them in their day-to-day lives while doing things like smoking.

When you stop smoking,a lot of these genes will return to normal within five years.This means your body is trying to heal（治愈）itself of the harmful effects of smoking.But the changes in some of the genes stay for longer.They can stay for as long as 30 years.It’s almost like leaving a footprint on wet cement（水泥）— it will always be there, even when you’ve walked away and when the cement becomes dry.

Although the study results may make people unhappy,there is a bright side: the findings could help scientists invent medicine to treat genetic damage caused by smoking or find ways to tell which people have heart disease or cancer ricks.

1.The function of Paragraph 1 is to ______________.

A. give an example    B. show the main idea of the passage

C. make an argument    D. introduce the topic of the passage

2.Most genetic changes happen because of  ____________.

A. people's bad living habits    B. environmental pollution

C. people's condition at birth    D. heart disease and cancer

3.The underlined word "it" in Paragraph 4 refers to ________________.

A. the cement    B. the footprint

C. the harmful    D. the genetic change

4.Which of the following statements is true?

A. The findings help to find treatments for genetic damage caused by smoking.

B. The findings have prevented more people from starting smoking.

C. The findings offer evidence that a damaged gene can heal itself.

D. The findings are the fruit of more than three years' research

I was in a rush as always,but this time it was for an important date I just couldn’t be late for! Thinking of my upcoming evening,I hurried into a store to pick up some flowers,for I did not want to be late for this date.

when I paid the bill at a checkout counter ,I found myself behind an elderly woman who seemed in no hurry when she paid for her groceries.She looked up at me and smiled.It was a nice smile –warm and friendly –and I returned her gift by smiling back.

“Must be a special lady,no matter who will be getting those beautiful flowers,” she said.

“Yes,she’s special,” I said,and then to my embarrassment,the words kept coming out.

“It’s only our second date,but somehow I am just having the feeling that she’s ‘the one’. Jokingly,I added,“The only problem is that I can’t understand why she’d want to date a guy like me.”

“Well,I think she’s very lucky to have a boyfriend who brings her such lovely flowers and who is obviously in love with her,” the woman said.” “My husband used to bring me flowers every week –even when times were hard and we didn’t have much money.Those were wonderful days; he was very romantic and – of course – I miss him after he died.

I paid for my flowers as she was gathering up her groceries. I walked up to her, touched her on the shoulder and said,“You were right,you know.These flowers are indeed for a very special lady.” I handed her the flowers and thanked her for such a nice conversation.

It took her a moment to realize that I was giving her the flowers I had just bought.“You have a wonderful evening,” I said.I left her with a big smile and my heart warmed as I saw her smelling the beautiful flowers.

I remember being slightly late for my date that night and telling my girlfriend the above story.A couple of years later,when I finally worked up the courage to ask her to marry me,she told me that the story I had told her that night helped me win her heart.

1.Why was the writer in a hurry that day?

A. He had to pick up some groceries    B. He had to go back to school soon.

C. He was delayed by an elderly lady.    D. He was to meet his girlfriend.

2.What does the underlined phrase “her gift”(Paragraph 2) refer to?

A. Her words.    B. Her flowers.

C. Her smile    D. her politeness.

3.Why did the writer give his flowers to the elderly lady?

A. She told him a nice story.    B. She gave him encouragement.

C. She allowed him to pay first.    D. She liked flowers very much.

4.What does the writer want to tell us by sharing his story?

A. Flowers are important for a date.    B. Small talk is helpful.

C. Love and kindness are meaningful.    D. Elderly people should be respected.

It seems that no one can live a happy life without friendship. While a great number of people expect others to be their friends, they don’t give friendship back. That is why some friendships don’t last long. To have a friend, you must learn to be one. You must learn to treat your friend the way you want your friend to treat you. Learning to be a good friend means learning three rules: be honest; be generous; be understanding.

Honesty is where a good friendship starts. Friends must be able to trust one another. If you do not tell the truth, people usually find out. If a friend finds out that you haven’t been honest, you may lose your friend’s trust. Good friends always depend on one another to speak and act honestly.

Generosity means sharing and sharing makes a friendship grow. You do not have to give your lunch money or your clothes. Naturally you will want to share your ideas and feelings. These can be very valuable to a friend. They tell your friend what is important to you. By sharing them, you help your friend know better.

Sooner or later everyone needs understanding and help with each other. Something may go wrong at school. Talking about the problem can make it easier to solve. Turning to a friend can be a first step in solving the problem. So to be a friend you must listen and understand. You must try to put yourself in your friend’s place so that you can understand the problem better.

No two friendships are exactly alike. But all true friendships have three things in common. If you plan to keep your friends, you must practice honesty, generosity and understanding.

1.Some friendships don’t last long because ________.

A. there are too many people who want to make friends

B. those who give others friendship receive friendship from others

C. some people receive friendship but don’t give friendship back

D. hey don’t know friendship is something important

2.According to the passage, honesty is ________.

A. a necessary part of friendship    B. more important than anything else

C. as important as money    D. something impossible

3.Which of the following isn’t talked about in the passage?

A. You should tell your friends the truth.

B. Sharing your mind with your friends is valuable.

C. Discussing your problems with your friends often helps to solve the problem.

D. A friend who gives you his lunch money is a true friend.

4.The best title of this passage is ________.

A. Honesty Is the Best Rule    B. A Friend in Need Is a Friend indeed

C. How to Be Friends    D. Three Important Points in Life

Field Trip Day

On Friday, May 16, our class will take a field trip to North Park Zoo. The zoo has lions, elephants, and other interesting animals. Many of the animals we have been studying will be there for us to closely examine.

Our class will be divided into six teams. Each team will have five students and one leader. The leaders are listed in the table.

What You Need to Know

The cost is $1.00 for students to enter the zoo. We will leave the school at 9:00 a.m. and return at 2:30 p.m.

On the morning of the trip, the students will be divided into teams. One student from each team will receive a camera. The cameraman will take pictures of the team, the animals, and other fun sights at the zoo.

All members should wear blue shirts. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes because we will be walking all day. Please bring a bag lunch and a drink. We will have a picnic at the park inside the zoo. Bring a healthy snack, such as a piece of fruit and a drink, for later in the day.

When we are at the zoo, always remain with your team. Do not leave the team without asking permission from the team leader.

Feeding the Animals

The ONLY animals that students are allowed to feed are those in the children’s Zoo. Special food can be bought at the zoo for 25 cents and given to these animals. Do not feed your lunch to them. It is not food for the animals.

1.Any student taking part in this field trip should       .

A. carry a camera    B. spend at least $1.00

C. draw pictures of the animals    D. arrive at the zoo at 9:00 a.m.

2.In the Children’s Zoo, students can       .

A. move freely    B. get special food for free

C. enjoy their lunch    D. feed the animals

3.What type of writing is this text?

A. An announcement    B. A news report

C. An introduction to a zoo    D. A photo competition guide

书面表达

如何理解“成功”，不同的人有不同的看法。请认真阅读下面的引语( quotation)，按要求用英语写一篇短文。

“Success is the ability to go from one failure to another with no loss of enthusiasm.（热情）”

－Sir Winston, Churchill

内容要求：

1. 你对该引语的理解；

2. 你的相关经历；

3. 恰当的结尾。

注意：

1. 短文开头已给出，不计入总词数；

2. 文中不能出现考生的具体信息；

3. 词数：120左右。

This quotation from Winston Churchill tells us that

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请改正下面短文中的错误。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多三处。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。

The Oxford English Dictionary is thinking of adding the Chinese word "tuhao" to its latest edition. The word had become popular in China during the past few months to describe rich people who spend money in wasteful ways. "Tuhao" has been caught on in western countries, either. Similar people are described likewise in his countries. True speaking, the adoption of the word by foreign countries is example of China's spreading influence. Foreigners are paying attention to which is happening in China and are picking up some Chinese words, especially the words which express unique Chinese idea and cannot be easily translated into English. Hopefully, China's influence for the world will continue to be strengthened with an increasing number of Chinese words adopting by foreign dictionaries.

单词拼写

1.Women are no longer d______ by the men in their relationships.

2.The deal is e_______ (估计) to be worth around $1.5 million.

3.She fought the illness with courage and d______. (决心)

4.He is getting a phone i_______ (安装) tomorrow.

5.Daniel s______ (溜,滑出)out of room when no one was looking the streets.

6.Your parents will have to c______your tuition fees.

7.The study of sociology o_______ (重叠)with the study of economics.

8.The button is for a_______ (调节)the volume.

9.You can do no harm by paying a woman c_______.(赞扬)

10.We carefully l_______ (贴标签)each item with the contents and the date.

语法填空

She looks like any other schoolgirl, fresh-faced and full of life. Sarah Thomas is looking forward to challenge of her new A-level course. But unlike her school friends, 16-year-old Sarah is not spending half-term 1. (rest). Instead, she is earning $6,500 a day as 2. model in New York.

Sarah 3.(tell) that she could be Britain's new supermodel, earning a million dollars in the new year. Her father Peter, 44, wants her to give up school to model full-time. But Sarah, 4.has taken part in shows along with top models, wants 5.(prove) that. She has brains as well as beauty. She is determined to carry on with her 6.(educate).

She has turned down several 7.(invitation) to star at shows in order to concentrate on her studies. After school she plans to take a year off to model full-time before going to university to get a degree 8. engineering or architecture.

Sarah says, “My dad thinks I should take the offer now. But at the moment, school 9.(come) first. I don't want to get too absorbed in modeling. It is 10.(certain) fun but the lifestyle is a little unreal. I don't want to have nothing else to fall back on when I can't model my more.”

Five Things Nobody Told Me about College

As I type this , I am in my university dorm room. A year ago, when I was awaiting to hear the results of my college applications, I often went to websites for some type of insider look on what college would be like. However, there’s only so much that prep books, websites, and older friends can teach. Here are the top 5 things nobody told me about college:

1.

Nobody entering a university knows exactly what they want to study. If they tell you otherwise, they’re lying and will probably change what they want to purse within the first quarter of attendance. During my first quarter at University of California, Riverside (UCR),I thought that I wanted to study Political Science with its focus on International Affairs, so that’s what I applied for. However, once I worked with statewide and local government, I realized that a better fit for me would be Public Policy, and now I am in the process of changing my area.

2.

In college, there are so many good chances for you to meet your expectations. However, there is a very important difference between wanting to do something and applying for something. In order for you to take advantage of the conferences, research, internships ,and fellowships that your university offers, apply! Step into your academic advisor’s office, introduce yourself, and begin making the valuable connections that are necessary to help during the rest of your college career. Great things happen when you step out of your comfort zone, and you would be surprised on how many chances exist if you just ask.

3.

College is where you meet your bridesmaids, neighbors, and potential bosses. The relationships you develop now will probably be linked to the ones you value later, so be wise about the people who you invest yourself in. You are only one person, and you do not have time to waste on people who would rather cause drama or mess up with your purpose. Surround yourself with uplifting individuals who challenge you to be better while loving you for who you are, and be patient  to the people who are the complete opposite of that description.

4.

As a first-year, I was afraid to make any noise towards campus issues that I noticed. It was not until I became involved in student government that I gained the confidence to handle projects that I created with the help of ASUCR Office of the President. During my first quarter, I spoke directly to the Chancellor, asking him for support towards my initiatives, met with the Vive Chancellors, and cooperated with my teaching assistances to begin my undergraduate research protect. Nothing good will happen when you are silent.

5.

At my high school, there were about only four active club and organizations that students could be a part of. Imagine my surprise when I stepped foot onto UCR’s campus, where over 400 organizations exist, ranging from political organizations to karate club. You are not paying all or your tuition(学费)to merely go to class, study, pass tests and graduate. Make something worthy out of your experience. Create that you will want to tell your grandchildren one day. It all begins here, by signing up to join an organization.

A. Get involved in student activities

B. Your voice is actually super important

C. There is a significant increase of opportunities

D. Stay in active communication with your friends

E. Get smart about the people who you spend your time with

F. Your major does not matter as much in your first of college

G. College life is meaningful.

Why do Americans struggle with watching their weight, while the French, who consume rich food, continue to stay thin? Now a research by Cornell University suggests how life style and decisions about eating may affect weight. Researchers concluded that the French tend to stop eating when they feel full. However, Americans tend to stop when their plate is empty or their favorite TV show is over.

According to Dr. Joseph Mercola, a health expert, the French see eating as an important part of their life style. They enjoy food and therefore spend a fairly long time at the table, while Americans see eating as something to be squeezed between the other daily activities. Mercola believes Americans lose the ability to sense when they are actually full. So they keep eating long after the French would have stopped. In addition, he points out that Americans drive to huge supermarkets to buy canned and frozen foods for the week. The French, instead, tend to shop daily, walking to small shops and farmers’ markets where they have a choice of fresh fruits, vegetables, and eggs as well as high-quality meats for each meal.

After a visit to the United States, Mireille Guiliano, author of French Women Don’t Get Fat, decided to write about the importance of knowing when to stop rather than suggesting how to avoid food. Today she continues to stay slim and rarely goes to the gym.

In spite of all these differences, evidence shows that recent life style changes may be affecting French eating habits. Today the rate of obesity — or extreme overweight — among adults is only 6%. However, as American fast food gains acceptance and the young reject older traditions, the obesity rate among French children has reached 17% — and is growing.

1.In what way are the French different from Americans according to Dr. Joseph Mercola?

A. They go shopping at supermarkets more frequently.

B. They squeeze eating between the other daily activities.

C. They regard eating as a key part of their lifestyles.

D. They usually eat too much canned and frozen food.

2.This text is mainly the relationship between _________.

A. Americans and the French    B. life style and obesity

C. children and adults    D. fast food and overweight

3.The text is mainly developed __________.

A. by contrast    B. by space

C. by process    D. by classification

4.Where does this text probably come from?

A. A TV interview    B. A food advertisement

C. A health report    D. A book review