第二部分：英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分）
第一节：单项填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
从A、B、C、D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
21. The “Chinese Dream” is _________ dream to improve people’s well-being and _________ dream of harmony, peace and development.
A. the; a B. a; a C. a; the D. the; the
22. —Where did you go on National Day?
— Jiuzhai Valley. I _________ to go to France, but the expense was too high.
A. planned B. would plan C. have planned D. had planned
23. The equipment for disabled people should be _________ easy reach in public places.
A. beyond B. near C. within D. around
24. — Cathy, did you attend the lecture given by Mr. Black last night?
— No. I _________ a report at the office.
A. was writing B. wrote
C. had written D. have been writing
25. Steve Jobs’ success in digital field proved _________ it took to be a best CEO.
A. what B. which C. that D. how
26. Helen always helps her mother even though going to school ______ most of her day.
