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1、. 阅读理解(2019广东佛山质检)The Five Best Countries TO Move To For RetirementRetiring in a different country is gaining popularity. Below are five of the best countries to seek retirement.Costa RicaMild climate, breathtaking landscapes and beaches draw retirees(退休人员)to Costa Rica. The country readily welcomes
2、 immigrants and offers a simple residency process. With a monthly income of at least $ 1,000 per month from Social Security or a similar source, people enjoy a high standard of living at a much lower cost than the US.MalaysiaRetirees who choose to make Malaysia home will appreciate its rich culture
3、and attractive scenery. Moreover, the country offers modern facilities at modest prices. Immigrants enjoy convenience and comfort in their daily life. You will find lowcost rental units, delicious street food, and various shopping malls.MexicoBecause its close to the US. , Mexico draws more than a m
4、illion American retirees to its borders. Increasing immigrant communities enjoy seaside living and conversations with friendly English speaking locals. Plus, legal residents over the age of 60 receive airline, grocery, and restaurant discounts.PanamaGentle ocean wind takes the heat out of hot yearro
5、und temperatures, which has been the chief attraction to foreign retirees. Beautiful beaches and a booming economy also attract retirees to Panama. An income of $2,000 per month covers modest living costs. Furthermore, the country offers discounts to retirees with a special visa.EcuadorLazy coastal
6、towns, sunshining hot spots, and naturefilled views wait for immigrants seeking a carefree lifestyle. Public transportation costs in Ecuador make owning a vehicle unnecessary. A bus ride only costs 25 cents and taxi rides will run about $3.1What do Costa Rica and Malaysia have in common?AConvenient
7、shopping.BRelatively low living cost.CVarious cultural activities.DSimple immigration procedures.2Which countrys location specially attracts retirees from the US. ?AMalaysias. BMexicos.CPanamas.DEcuadors.3What is the main reason for retirees to choose Panama?ABeautiful beaches.BA booming economy.CA
8、pleasant climate.DDiscounts for retirees.(2019甘肃静宁模拟)A fiveyearold dog named Kelsey has been praised as a hero for helping to save the life of her owner who slipped in the snow and broke his neck.The man, Bob, was alone when he left his Michigan farmhouse on New Years Eve to collect firewood. Expect
9、ing a journey of only several meters, Bob was wearing just long johns (衬裤), a shirt and slippers when he went outside, although the temperature was around 4.After the accident, he was unable to move in the snow. Fortunately, Kelsey came to his assistance.“I was shouting for help, but my nearest neig
10、hbor is about 400 meters away, and it was 1030 pm，” Bob explained. “But my Kelsey came. By the next morning, my voice was gone and I couldnt yell for help, but Kelsey didnt stop barking. ”Kelseys companion kept him warm by lying on top of him. She licked his face and hands to keep him awake. “Kelsey
11、 kept barking but never left my side，” Bob recalled. “She kept me warm. I knew I couldnt give up and that it was my choice to stay alive. ”Bob spent 20 hours in the freezing cold. When he finally lost consciousness, his dog kept barking. Finally, hearing the barking, Bobs neighbor discovered him at
12、630 pm on New Years Day and called the emergency services at once. When Bob arrived in hospital, his body temperature was below 21. However, doctors were surprised to find that he didnt have any frostbite (冻疮)They believed it was because of Kelseys determination to keep him warm, Dr. Chaim Colen, th
13、e doctor who treated Bob, said, “Animals can help and his dog really saved him.He was very fortunate. ”Bob said he was “enormously” grateful to both Dr. Colen and his Kelsey，“They saved my life, They are truly heroes！”4What happened to Bob on New Years Eve?AHe left his dog alone in his farmhouse.BHe
14、 was praised for saving a dog owner.CHe broke his neck and couldnt move.DHe heard his neighbors shouting for help.5Why did Kelsey keep barking?ATo keep warm.BTo stay alive.CTo keep Bob awake.DTo seek help from others.6How does Dr. Chaim Colen feel about Kelsey?AHelpful.BFortunate.CGrateful.DFriendly
15、.7What can be a suitable title for the text?AA Neckbreaking AccidentBThe Magic NightCWarmth on a Winters NightDDetermination to Keep Alive(2019河北保定模拟)Given the recent interest in green buildings in the media, lets think differently. Instead of focusing on increasing the supply of energy, what if we focus on reducing demand?Can we start with ending the opendoor practice of streetfront shops? While cool air from these shops is refreshing to pedestrians, it carries a cost. Energy is used in the air conditioning process.So it must be possible t
