The move is also expected to weaken the influence of the United States government’s restrictions on Huawei using Google’s Android operating system in smartphones, analysts said.

Yu Chengdong, CEO of Huawei’s consumer business group, speaking in Dongguan, Guangdong province, said it is difficult to deliver a smooth experience across different devices with the huge amount of codes involved in the Android and Linux operating systems. Linux is an open-source operating system widely used in personal computers and other hardware.

“Harmony is a next-generation operating system designed to address the challenge,” Yu said, adding that it will be able to support a wide range of application situations, including smart TVs, automobiles and wearables.

The internet of things refers to a network of devices and other objects that can connect with each other and exchange data.

Yu said the US government’s restrictions have accelerated the company’s marketing of the system, which now has about 4,000 employees working on it.

The senior executive said Harmony can be used in its smartphones. But Android is still Huawei’s preferred choice for handsets if the company is allowed to use it.

“But when Android is not available, Harmony can be applied immediately to smartphones. Harmony is ready,” Yu added.

Jia Mo, an analyst at market research company Canalys, said even if Huawei does not use Harmony in its smartphones in the short term, its smartwatches and smart TVs can be equipped with Harmony to widen its use and accumulate more experience in building an ecosystem.

“Also, more importantly, Huawei chose to build Harmony into an open-source operating system and allow it to be compatible with Android. Thus Harmony will be more accepted by current Android users. This will prevent Huawei from repeating the fate of Microsoft in promoting smartphone systems,” Jia said. Microsoft failed to popularize the use of its Windows system in smartphones years ago.

【1】What is the significance of the Harmony OS?

A.It symbolizes Huawei has finished its own software ecosystem.

B.It may reduce the threat from US government’s restrictions.

C.It will accumulate more experience in building an ecosystem.

D.It successfully borrows from Microsoft's Windows system.

【2】Which of the following may take the place of the underlined word “compatible” in the last paragraph?

A.Used harmoniously.B.Operated quickly.

C.Resisted fiercely.D.Monitored closely.

【3】Where may we find this article?

A.Fashion magazines.B.TV interviews.

C.Historic documents.D.News websites.

注意：1. 詞數(shù)100左右。

2. 可以適當增加細節(jié)，以使行文連貫。

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—It is OK as a boy goes. ________

A.Great minds think alike.B.I can’t agree more.

C.Don't mention it .D.I wouldn’t say that.

From Wednesday anyone found calling, texting or using an app while driving will face a 200 pounds on-the-spot fine and six points on their license. It means that new drivers—who can lose a maximum of six points before being banned for the first two years after passing their test—will face an immediate ban for sending a single text message. Previously they were able to avoid getting points on their license by taking part in retraining courses. More experienced motorists can lose their license if they receive 12 points in a three-year period.

It follows a tragic(災難的) incident in which Polish lorry driver Tomasz Kroker killed four members of the same family after failing to stop while scrolling (滾動) through music on his phone. Twenty-two people were killed and 99 seriously injured in accidents on Britain’s roads in 2015 where a motorist using a mobile was a main cause of accidents.

Research by the RAC has found that one in four motorists admit checking texts, emails and social media while driving. Chris Grayling, the Transport Secretary, said increasing punishment would act as a “strong deterrent(震懾物)”. He added, “Everyone has a part to play in encouraging their family and friends not to use their phones while driving. It is as inexcusable(不可原諒的) as drink-driving. ”

【1】People will lose six points on their license while driving except________.

A. calling B. texting

C. using an app D. carrying phones

【2】Who will lose his license according to the passage?

A. New drivers lose 5 points for the first two years.

B. New drivers lose 6 points during three years.

C. Experienced drivers lose 12 points in three years.

D. Experienced drivers lose 6 points in three years.

【3】What led to the appearance of the new law?

A. The research by the RAC.

B. A serious accident.

C. The survey of the website.

D. The news on TV.

【4】What can we learn from the last paragraph?

A. More severe punishment is effective.

B. Most of drivers use phones while driving.

C. A driver’s family and friends make no difference.

D. Using phones while driving is more harmful than drink-driving.

Poetry (詩歌) is never far away from our daily lives. Many of us grew up reciting classic poems, learning to enjoy this beautiful art form that’s able to use just a few lines 【1】 (express) such rich meanings.

The Chinese Shijing, which dates back 【2】 the Western Zhou Dynasty, has a【3】 (long) history than the Homeric epics (荷馬史詩). Even today, classic poems are appreciated by a lot of people.

To recognize the special ability of poetry and get its 【4】 (create) spirit, World Poetry Day 【5】 (hold) by the United Nations on March 21 each year to support linguistic (語言的) diversity through poetic expression.

The Chinese Poetry Congress (中國詩詞大會) showing classic poetry is 【6】 (extreme) popular. The competition saw over 100 hopeful participants taking part in a number of challenges. The participants, 【7】 ages range from 7 to 70, include students, farmers, teachers and foreign 【8】 (compete) with an interest in Chinese literature.

And even TV series involving poetry are very 【9】 (success). For example, in The Legend of Zhenhuan, one of the drama’s most moving songs was adapted from a poem 【10】 (write) by Wen Tingyun of the Tang Dynasty.

The report, called Places That Make Us, was conducted by the United Kingdom’s National Trust (NT) and Surrey University’s researchers. Experts performed functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) (功能磁共振成像) scans on 20 volunteers and conducted an online survey of 2,000 people to better understand this deep draw toward special places.

“Working with leading researchers and academics, and using cutting-edge fMRI brain technology, we examined how places affect people, how they become special, and why we feel a pull towards them,” explained Nino Strachey, head of research for the NT.

The 20 volunteers were shown images of landscapes, houses, and other locations, as well as personally meaningful objects. Measuring their brain activity, the researchers found that it was the places, as opposed to the objects, that caused the brain to get the most excited.

Volunteers were also interviewed at great length two times, once at home and the other time at their special place. The research made discoveries that had never known before — the favorite places aroused feelings of belonging, physical and emotional safety, and an intense internal pull to the place.

Dr. Andy Myers weighed in on the findings, saying, “For the first time we have been able to prove the physical and emotional benefits of place, far beyond any research that has been done before.”

【1】How was the research conducted?

A. By performing fMRI on 2,000 volunteers.

B. By measuring the participants’ brain activity by fMRI.

C. By doing rough interviews with the participants.

D. By showing meaningful objects to the participants.

【2】How would the author feel about the findings of the study?

A. It is pioneering. B. It is baseless.

C. It is imperfect. D. It is unbelievable.

【3】Which of the following can replace the underlined phrase “weighed in on” ?

A. Made a comment on. B. Looked down on.

C. Was opposed to. D. Made fun of.

【4】What does the text mainly talk about?

A. Everyone has his way to be happy.

B. Valuable places can make people happy.

C. Teddy bears are best memories of children.

D. Meaningful objects lead to greater well-being.

Steve Jobs, Stanford University:

“Remembering you’re going to die, and the best way I know is to avoid the trap of thinking that you have something to lose. There is no reason not to follow your heart. Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice...”

Oprah Winfrey, Stanford University:

“I consider the world, this Earth, to be like a school... And the secret I’ve learned to get ahead is being open to the lessons from the grandest universe of all. Don’t react against a bad situation. And the solution will arise from the challenge. So don’t give up easily, acting with responsibility... ”

Bono, University of Pennsylvania:

“For four years you’ve been buying, trading, and selling everything you’ve got in this marketplace of ideas. Your pockets are full, even if your parents’ are empty, and now you’ve got to figure out what to spend it on... The world is more flexible than you think and it’s waiting for you to hammer it into shape...”

Michael Dell, University of Texas at Austin:F

“Now it’s time for you to move on to what’s next and obtain your desire. But you must not let anything prevent you from taking those first steps. Don’t spend so much time trying to choose the perfect opportunity, or sometimes you’ll miss the right opportunity. Recognize that there will be failures and obstacles(障礙).But you will learn from your mistakes and the mistakes of others. ”

【1】Which of the following can best describe what Steve Jobs says?

A.Never give up.B.Don’t live your life in regret.

C.To go all out to achieve our goals.D.True knowledge comes from practice.

【2】Who is more in favor of lifelong learning according to the speech？

A.Michael Dell.B.Bono.

C.Steve Jobs.D.Oprah Winfrey.

【3】The underlined word “flexible” in paragraph 4 probably means “ ”.

A.acceptableB.reasonable

C.changeableD.suitable

【4】What can we learn from these speeches?

A.Some social skills.B.Some life lessons.

C.Some well-known people.D.Some effective solutions.

The university I attend has about 3500 students. One early afternoon, I 【1】 (walk) around the campus when I found a female student sitting on the walkway with tears on her face. Everyone just walked by her, so I decided to stop 【2】 (give) her a hand. I dropped my books and sat down beside her. 【3】 turned out that she injured her ankle (腳踝) and was 【4】 (able) to walk. So I told her that I would sit with her 【5】 she was ready to get up. It only took a few 【6】 (minute) for her to calm down. Then I took her 【7】 the hand and got her to the nearest hospital.

She thanked me so much for just stopping! Since then, when we run into each other 【8】 (occasional) on campus, she would smile and thank me again. And we have become good friends now. I am amazed that just my sitting there, 【9】 (offer) support and comfort to a total 【10】 (strange) would affect her so greatly. She said she was grateful for making her feel that she was not alone in the world.

The situation then grew worse as Kessler’s grandmother admitted to sticking Post-it notes around the house to help remind her of Ottilie’s name which can be pronounced either Ott-ill-ee or Oh-TEEL-ya. Three months after Ottilie was born, the Kesslers have decided to legally change their daughter’s name. The couple came up with two possible names. They then settled on Margot after talking to a name expert.

The Kesslers’ situation is no exception as an increasing number of parents experience the same as the Kesslers. According to Baby Center Canada, 11% of its users wish they could change their children’s names due to being over popular, mispronounced or simply unfitting. Parents care a lot more and think a lot more about names now than their parents.

To deal with this, a number of name experts now offer services to help parents choose the right name. Couples have also sought help from the Internet to choose their baby’s name. However, parents can change their child’s name in the event that they regret their choice. In Canada, the rules vary in each province. For instance, in Ontario, the child must have lived in the province for the past 12 months, or since birth if under the age of one. Each of the child’s legal guardians (監(jiān)護人) must also give permission.

【1】Why did Kessler and her husband name their daughter Ottilie?

A. It was very special and unusual.

B. It was at the request at their mother.

C. It was recommended by a name expert.

D. It could remind them of their British friend.

【2】What’s the function of the example about the Kesslers?

A. To ask for advice on their situation.

B. To introduce the topic of the text.

C. To show the background of the text.

D. To stress the importance of a suitable name.

【3】What can we learn from the third paragraph?

A. The Kesslers’ experience is not uncommon.

B. Unfitness is the main reason for changing names.

C. 11% of Canadians are unsatisfied with their babies’ names.

D. Parents always pay more attention to children’s names.

【4】What is the main idea of the text?

A. Rules for name change. B. Ways to name babies.

C. Baby name regret. D. A couple’s anxiety.

【1】According to the information, taking part in a foreign exchange program can cost____.

A. from $6,000 to $8,000 B. no more than $7,000

C. anything from $3,500 D. from $3,500 to $8,000

【2】The students who refer to both the good and bad times as an exchange student include ______.

A. Susan Lane and Sara Small B. Tom Jennings and Linda Marks

C. Linda Marks and David Links D. Susan Lane and Tom Jennings

【3】As a result of his experience in the foreign exchange program Tom Jennings learnt to become _________.

A. selfish and defensive B. determined and independent

C. independent and adaptable D. defensive and determined