(Petspeak). The Petzi TreatCam lets Anne Ryan check on her dogs Oscar and Reggie at her Berkeley home when she' s working in San Francisco or traveling out of state. The Internet-connected device lets her see her dogs, talk to them, take photos and even dispense(分发) treats-using an app on her phone. \to talk to them and it changes my mood, and puts me back in a positive frame, \Ryan said. \without it. \
The Petzi TreatCam was created by San Jose-based Petzila, which was founded by two veteran technology executives who wanted to get their pets online. The startup also created a social media app that lets owners share pet photos.
Whistle, a new San Francisco company, sells the Pet Tracker that alerts owners when their pets have left their\The device also lets owners track how much exercise and sleep their animals are getting.
But as more pet-tech gadgets come to market, experts caution owners against relying on them too much. \附属物) , a way of enriching your relationship with your pet, but certainly not a substitute for time spent with your dog,\in Oakland.
32. Why is the technology linked to pets warmly welcomed? A. More and more pets are raised now. B. More and more women work outside. C. The devices are becoming cheaper.
D. People dislike looking after their pets themselves. 33. How did Anne Ryan feel after using the Petzi TreatCam?
A. Annoyed. B. Tired. C. Relieved. D. Worried. 34. Which of the following can help owners find their missing pets? A. PetChatz. B. The Petzi TreatCam. C. CleverPet. D. The Pet Tracker. 35. What does Pamela Wyman think of the pet-related technology? A. It can replace pet owners entirely.
B. It can help pet owners to 'raise their pets. C. It is not good for pet owners to use.
D. It can improve family relationship. 第二节(共5小题;每小题2分，满分10分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填人空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中有两项为多余选项。
How to Write a Letter to Parents
As a teacher, one of the most difficult parts of your job is working with parents. With proper communication, however, you can build bridges between the school and home. 36 If you do it properly, this is an excellent way to communicate when you cannot meet with parents face to face.
·Put positive communication in the letter, even if you are writing to discuss
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a problem. 37 Even if it is difficult, you must find this positive spin, because it will make the parents more open to what you have to discuss. The general rule is \
·38 Express your concern and desire to help. Do not place it completely on their shoulders, as they may resent(厌恶) this action. Show them through the letter that you want to work with them to find a solution.
·Ask for a response. You can ask them to write hack, sign a part of the letter or give you a call. 39 Be caring, but make sure they got the communication. Remember, your goal is to work together to help their child succeed.
·Consider mailing the letter to the parent, rather than sending it home with the student. Some students will intentionally forget to give the letter to their parents, while others will accidentally or purposely lose the letter. 40 A. Share the problem with the parents.
B. Respect parents and never quarrel with them.
C. Writing a letter to parents is one way to do this. D. If you do not hear from them, you should call them. E. Whenever you meet with problems, you should keep cool.
F. You can do this by pointing out a gain the child has made recently. G. Sending it in the mail makes it more certain that it will be received. 第三部分 英语知识运用(共两节，满分45分)
第一节 完形填空(共20小题;每小题1.5分，满分30分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A,B,C和D)中，选出可以填人空白 处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
The Power or a Teacher
At the beginning of the second grade, I had just immigrated to Canada and could barely speak any English. I 41 my school's English learning program, but I felt I was making little progress and was growing increasingly more nervous because nobody could 42 me at school. Making friends, joining clubs, and doing homework were all almost 43 tasks.
However, my teacher, Ms. H, was always 44 with me. When J was angry because could not find the words to ask for help, she would 45 talk to me in a gentle way and instinctively(本能的) 46 , based on my body language, what I wanted. Furthermore, she 47 a girl to be my translator and buddy (伙伴) , giving me the 48 to form friendships by breaking down language barriers.
Best of all, she understood my 49 and helped me to work on my weaknesses. She was one of the few people at school who saw I was not just the dumb 50 girl, but someone who was 51 at math and sciences, despite my pitiful attempts at writing. Instead of 52 simple picture books to me, she 53 to improve my reading skills by presenting me with materials far above my 54 .
With her continual 55 , I grew from a frustrated, English-challenged child to someone who loved to read, write, and 56 social activities. Soon, even without a translator, I was able to 57 with my classmates confidently and be proud of my progress at school.
Overall, my story goes to show that it does not always have to be a cure 58
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cancer or a document bringing about world peace that makes someone a 59 . It can be as simple as teaching a seven-year-old girl to test her 60 and believe in herself. After all, there is nothing more heroic than making a difference in the lives of others, even if it is just one person.
41. A. taught B. guided C. built D. joined 42. A. understand B. calm C. know D. like
43. A. valuable B. interesting C. impossible D. important 44. A. strict B. patient C. angry D. protective 45. A. calmly B. bravely C. coldly D. secretly 46. A. ask B. require C. satisfy D. judge 47. A. threatened B. appointed C. forced D. allowed 48. A. opportunity B. ability C. award D. freedom 49. A. aims B. plans C. strengths D. conditions 50. A. wise B. nice C. pretty D. new 51. A. good B. bad C. disappointed D. Nervous 52. A. showing B. buying C. drawing D. writing 53. A. failed B. sought C. agreed D. hesitated 54. A. height B. power C. level D. sight
55. A. punishment B. movement C. puzzlement D. encouragement 56. A. take part in. B. give up C. put off D. set aside 57. A. compete B. deal C. communicate D. argue 58. A. of B. at C. for D. on
59. A. writer B. hero C. doctor D. soldier 60. A. limits B. skills C. tastes D. Spirits 第Ⅱ卷
第三部分 英语知识运用(共两节，满分45分) 第二节(共10小题海小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容((1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式，并将答案填写在答题卡上。
The Suma Aqualife Park in Japan is no stranger to turtle traffic. Every summer, hundreds of turtles make 61 (they) way to and from the nearby ocean. While most manage to cover the short 62 (distant) , a handful are stuck inside the railway tracks that lie between the ocean and 63 popular park.
According to the local officials, as the turtles are trying to cross the tracks, a few fall in. Unable to climb out, they start to walk along the track. The problem arises when a 64 (trap) turtle is close to a railroad switch 65 is in process of shifting to accommodate an incoming train.
To save the precious animals, the officials teamed up 66 some engineers to create \tunnels. The tunnels provide a place for the turtles 67 (slip) into and protect them. They also help prevent costly train delays that occur every time a turtle gets caught in the switch.
Since the tunnels 68 ( create) in April, railway personnel have scooped up (舀取) ten turtles from the tunnels and 69 (safe) delivered them to the park. 70 Naoki Kamezaki, the head of the park puts it, saving the turtles is a \feeling\
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第四部分 写作（共两节，满分35分)
第一节 短文改错(共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分)
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。错误涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。 增加:在缺词处加一个漏词符号(∧)，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。 Dear Jack,
I'm glad to know that you will come to China for further study. Now let me to tell you what you are interested with. As is known to all, Peking University is one of the top university in China. Studied there, you are sure to get improved. It is the first time for you to live in a foreign country alone, and you don't need to worry, because it was located in the business center of Beijing. It is extreme convenient for you to live there. Beside, most people in Beijing are kind and hospitable to foreigners.
I' ll help you find proper host family nearby if necessary. I' m looking forward to your meeting in China.
Yours Li Hua 第二节 书面表达(满分25分)
假设你是新华中学的学生会主席李华，你们学校将在4月23日举行活动庆祝“世界读书日”。请你以学生会的名义邀请你们校报的外籍编辑Mr. Smith来参加活动，内容包括: 1.时间:4月23日下午3点至5点; 2.地点:学校图书馆205室;
3.内容:举行经典诵读，分享读书心得。 注意:1.词数100左右;
2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
参考词汇:世界读书日World Reading Day经典诵读classic reading Dear Mr. Smith,
Sincerely yours, Li Hua
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