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禅城区2024届高三统一调研测试（二） 英 语 满分120分，考试时间120分钟 注意事项： 1. 答题前，考生务必用黑色字边的签字笔或钢笔在答题卡填写自己的考生号、姓名、座位号。用2B铅笔把对应该号码的标号涂黑。 2. 选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案，答案答在试题卷上无效。 3. 非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答卷上各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液，不按以上要求作答的答案无效。 4. 考试结束后，将答卷和答题卡一并交回。 第一部分 听力（略） 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Here are my top choices for the world’s best eco-hotels for holidays. A visit to any of these hotels promises a memorable and fulfilling vacation. Bambu Indah (Bali) This small hotel is the exact picture of what it calls “old-school Bali”—a restful and laid-back experience in harmony with nature. Spend your days at Bambu Indah in natural river swimming pools fed by waterfalls, open-air bamboo structures on stilts (高跷) above the rice fields. Why Book: ● There are only oil lamps in the hotel in an effort to reduce light pollution. ● Mosquito nets around beds catch cool air as part of a cooling solution that avoids traditional air conditioning and lessens the carbon footprint. ● Banana leaves are used as plates and papaya stems as straws as part of the hotel’s no-plastic policy. The Stanford Inn By The Sea (California) The Stanford Inn paints a picture of wellness that extends beyond diet and exercise. Private classes and scissions in nutrition and healthy living are provided and a large greenhouse houses a saltwater swimming pool for year-round use. Why Book: ● The inn hosts students in its Environmental Leadership Field school providing these students with 4- to 6-week explorations into sustainability. ● The property has been practicing organic farming for more than 30 years. Soneva Kiri (Thailand) Just 90 minutes from Bangkok, within a rainforest, guests can enjoy the unspoiled beauty and beaches of Soneye Kiri. Night diving and dining in a mushroom cave are just a couple of the unforgettable activities on offer. Why Book: ● A 2% environmental tax on all stays goes toward the Soneva Foundation, which invests in various projects. ● Soneva funds the organization Care for Children, which has opened a foster care (寄养) training and resource center in Thailand. ● Partnerships with NGOs and other organizations help protect local marine life. 1. What is special about Bambu Indah? A. It used to be a school. B. It prefers non-electrical devices. C. It charges environmental tax. D. It has a saltwater swimming pool. 2. Who may choose to stay in the Stanford Inn By The Sea? A. Jack, who loves adventures. B. Mary, who is active in charity. C. Tom, who majors in engineering. D. Kate, who favors organic produce. 3. What do these three hotels have in common? A. They are friendly to the environment. B. They are located deep in the rainforest. C. They support local community projects. D. They offer luxurious holiday experiences. 【答案】1. B 2. D 3. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。主要介绍了世界上最好的度假生态酒店。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据Bambu Indah (Bali)部分“There are only oil lamps in the hotel in an effort to reduce light pollution. Mosquito nets around beds catch cool air as part of a cooling solution that avoids traditional air conditioning and lessens the carbon footprint.(为了减少光污染，酒店里只有油灯。床周围的蚊帐可以吸收冷空气，这是避免传统空调并减少碳足迹的冷却解决方案的一部分)”可知，Bambu Indah的特别之处是它更喜欢非电子设备。故选B。 【2题详解】 推理判断题。根据The Stanford Inn By The Sea (California)部分“The property has been practicing organic farming for more than 30 years.(该地产从事有机农业已有30多年的历史)”可知，喜欢有机产品的凯特可以可能会选择The Stanford Inn By The Sea。故选D。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“Here are my top choices for the world’s best eco-hotels for holidays.(以下是我为度假选择的世界上最好的生态酒店)”可知，三家酒店的共同点是都是生态酒店，由此可知，它们对环境很友好。故选A。 B Seven years ago, my father was in the hospital, and I was informed that he was in the end-of-life stage. He had wanted to be at home during his final moments, so I arranged for him to return home. He spent only one more night there, but he wasn’t alone. A Marie Curie nurse was by our side. Facing the emotions that come with knowing a loved one is at the end of their life can be irresistible. Having a nurse with us made it easier to cope with these feelings. That’s why I made the decision to join Marie Curie. Working for the charity, I find myself on duty during most Christmases, a typical time for healthcare assistants like us. Our role is to support families and the individuals who are dying. We do whatever they need us to do. For instance, one family asked us to play Christmas carols throughout the night. We accommodate such requests. What we do during Christmas is what we do throughout the year — we aim to please families. You might assume that being with families during their last Christmas would be a sad experience. But for the families in my experience, it’s not. I remember one particular family—three sisters — and the fourth was in the end-of-life stage. When I arrived, she was unconscious, and I knew she might not make it through the night. But sitting with the sisters, talking about their childhood, past Christmases and sharing photos, it was a special time. They mentioned that their sister had asked for peaches and cream earlier that day, and they made sure she got it. She went to sleep, and we lost her that night. The sisters expected it, they thanked me, and it was a comforting experience. I’ll always remember the peaches and cream! I’ve lost count of the number of stories like this. I feel honored to be there with them. We can’t change the unavoidable, but we can make a difference. 4. What inspired the author to work for Marie Curie? A. Her dream to be a nurse. B. Her love for charity work. C. Her experience of her father’s death. D. Her professional medical background. 5. What does the underlined word “accommodate” in Paragraph 3 mean? A. Satisfy. B. Ignore. C. Express. D. Submit. 6. What can be inferred about the three sisters? A. They tried every means to save their sister. B. They were desperate about their sister’s death. C. They didn’t expect that their sister died so soon. D. They stayed positive during their sister’s final moment. 7. Which word best describes the author as a nurse? A. Ambitious. B. Brave. C. Confident. D. Devoted. 【答案】4. C 5. A 6. D 7. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了作者加入Marie Curie做临终关怀的经历。 【4题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“Seven years ago, my father was in the hospital, and I was informed that he was in the end-of-life stage. He had wanted to be at home during his final moments, so I arranged for him to return home. He spent only one more night there, but he wasn’t alone. A Marie Curie nurse was by our side.(七年前，我父亲在医院，我被告知他正处于生命的尽头。他想在生命的最后时刻待在家里，所以我安排他回家。他只在那里多待了一个晚上，但他并不孤单。一位玛丽·居里的护士在我们身边)”以及第二段“Facing the emotions that come with knowing a loved one is at the end of their life can be irresistible. Having a nurse with us made it easier to cope with these feelings. That’s why I made the decision to join Marie Curie.(面对因知道所爱的人即将走到生命的尽头而产生的情绪是不可抗拒的。有一个护士陪着我们更容易处理这些感觉。这就是为什么我决定加入Marie Curie)”可知，作者的父亲去世的经历激励作者为Marie Curie工作。故选C。 【5题详解】 词句猜测题。根据第三段“We do whatever they need us to do. For instance, one family asked us to play Christmas carols throughout the night. We accommodate such requests. What we do during Christmas is what we do throughout the year—we aim to please families.(我们做他们需要我们做的任何事情。例如，一个家庭要求我们整晚播放圣诞颂歌。我们accommodate这些要求。我们在圣诞节期间所做的就是我们全年所做的——我们的目标是使家庭感觉快乐)”可知，作者要做的就是使家庭感觉快乐，推测作者会满足家庭提出的要求，划线单词表示“满足”，与satisfy同义。故选A。 【6题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段“You might assume that being with families during their last Christmas would be a sad experience. But for the families in my experience, it’s not. I remember one particular family—three sisters—and the fourth was in the end-of-life stage. When I arrived, she was unconscious, and I knew she might not make it through the night. But sitting with the sisters, talking about their childhood, past Christmases and sharing photos, it was a special time. They mentioned that their sister had asked for peaches and cream earlier that day, and they made sure she got it. She went to sleep, and we lost her that night. The sisters expected it, they thanked me, and it was a comforting experience. I’ll always remember the peaches and cream!(你可能会认为，与家人在一起度过最后一个圣诞节会是一种悲伤的经历。但根据我的经验，对于那些家庭来说，情况并非如此。我记得有一个特别的家庭——三个姐妹——第四个正处于生命的尽头。当我到达时，她已经不省人事，我知道她可能熬不过这一夜。但与姐妹们坐在一起，谈论她们的童年、过去的圣诞节和分享照片，这是一段特殊的时光。她们提到那天早些时候她们姐姐要了桃子和奶油，她们确保她得到了。她睡着了，那天晚上我们把她弄丢了。姐妹们期待着，她们感谢我，这是一次令人欣慰的经历。我将永远记得那些桃子和奶油！)”可知，和普通家庭不一样，这三姐妹在姐姐生命的最后时刻谈论她们的童年、过去的圣诞节和分享照片，保持积极的态度。故选D。 【7题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段“Working for the charity, I find myself on duty during most Christmases, a typical time for healthcare assistants like us. Our role is to support families and the individuals who are dying. We do whatever they need us to do.(在慈善机构工作时，我发现自己在大多数圣诞节期间都在值班，这是像我们这样的医疗助理的典型时间。我们的职责是支持家人和垂死的个人。我们做他们需要我们做的任何事情)”可知，作者作为一名护士具有奉献精神。故选D。 C Scientists in Brazil have developed a vaccine (疫苗) that prevents addicts from feeling pleasure from the illegal drug, cocaine (可卡因), making the addiction stop right away. The vaccine, Calixcoca, works by stimulating the user’s immune system to produce antibodies (抗体) when cocaine is detected in the body. These antibodies attach themselves to cocaine in the blood, making it physically too large to pass into the brain’s reward system, where it can make the user feel pleasure. Different from the failed U. S. vaccine, Calixcoca uses artificial components produced in a lab rather than natural ones, which makes it cheaper to produce and easier to store since the vaccine does not need to be stored at low temperatures. Calixcoca has so far proven effective in testing on animals, producing significant levels of antibodies against cocaine and few side effects. It also protected unborn baby rats against cocaine, researchers found, suggesting it could be used in humans to protect the unborn babies from being damaged by their mother’s addiction. It is hoped that the introduction of such vaccines will be a significant tool in preventing deaths from cocaine use. The vaccine is now set to enter the final stage of trials: testing on humans. The first tests on humans have had a 72% success rate in clinical settings. Given that the current treatment for cocaine addiction is only effective in 20% of patients, “anything that is more than 20% effective is already a lot,” said Garcia, a mental health doctor. He also emphasized that, while the vaccine shows promising results, it won’t be a cure-all for everyone. It targets people struggling with addiction, especially “those who are just off cocaine and want to stay that way”. Ideally, it would be used for patients during important phases of their recovery, like when they leave the drug addiction treatment centre. 8. How can the vaccine Calixcoca stop cocaine addiction? A. By locating cocaine in the body. B. By strengthening the immune system. C. By increasing the antibodies in the blood. D. By stopping cocaine going into the brain. 9. How is the Calixcoca vaccine different from the U.S. vaccine? A. It can be found in nature. B. It costs less to make. C. It should be kept in the cold. D. It has a lower success rate. 10. What does Paragraph 4 tell us about the vaccine? A. Its side effects. B. Its possible benefits. C. Its target users. D. Its testing process. 11. What could be the best title for the passage? A. A Universal Cure for Cocaine Addicts B A Breakthrough in Vaccine Production C. A Promising Vaccine for Cocaine Addiction D. A Treatment of Cocaine Addiction in Brazil 【答案】8. D 9. B 10. B 11. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，文章主要讲述了一种有前途的可卡因成瘾疫苗。 【8题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第二段“The vaccine, Calixcoca, works by stimulating the user’s immune system to produce antibodies (抗体) when cocaine is detected in the body. These antibodies attach themselves to cocaine in the blood, making it physically too large to pass into the brain’s reward system, where it can make the user feel pleasure.(这种名为 Calixcoca的疫苗的工作原理是，当体内检测到可卡因时，刺激用户的免疫系统产生抗体。这些抗体附着在血液中的可卡因上，使其体积过大，无法进入大脑的奖励系统，从而使使用者感到愉悦。)”可知，疫苗Calixcoca产生的抗体可附着在血液中的可卡因上，增大可卡因体积，使其无法进入大脑给使用者带来愉悦，进而阻止可卡因成瘾。故选D项。 【9题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Different from the failed U. S. vaccine, Calixcoca uses artificial components produced in a lab rather than natural ones, which makes it cheaper to produce and easier to store since the vaccine does not need to be stored at low temperatures.(与失败的美国疫苗不同的是，Calixcoca使用实验室生产的人工成分而不是天然成分，这使得生产成本更低，更容易储存，因为疫苗不需要在低温下储存。)”可知，与美国疫苗不同，Calixcoca的生产成本更低，故选B项。 【10题详解】 主旨大意题。根据文章第四段“Calixcoca has so far proven effective in testing on animals, producing significant levels of antibodies against cocaine and few side effects. It also protected unborn baby rats against cocaine, researchers found, suggesting it could be used in humans to protect the unborn babies from being damaged by their mother’s addiction. It is hoped that the introduction of such vaccines will be a significant tool in preventing deaths from cocaine use.(到目前为止， Calixcoca在动物试验中被证明是有效的，产生了大量的抗可卡因抗体，并且几乎没有副作用。研究人员发现，它还可以保护未出生的幼鼠免受可卡因的伤害，这表明它可以用于人类，以保护未出生的婴儿免受母亲成瘾的伤害。希望这种疫苗的引入将成为预防因使用可卡因而死亡的一个重要工具。)”可知，第四段告诉我们疫苗可能的好处，可用于保护未出生的婴儿免受母亲成瘾的伤害等，故选B项。 【11题详解】 主旨大意题。根据文章第一段“Scientists in Brazil have developed a vaccine (疫苗) that prevents addicts from feeling pleasure from the illegal drug, cocaine (可卡因), making the addiction stop right away.(巴西科学家开发了一种疫苗，可以防止上瘾者从非法药物可卡因中获得快感，从而立即停止上瘾。)”可知，本文主要讲述了一种有前途的可卡因成瘾疫苗，故C项“A Promising Vaccine for Cocaine Addiction(一种有前途的可卡因成瘾疫苗)”符合文章标题，故选C项。 D In the age of the selfie, taking photos of yourself has become a daily activity. Half of all teenagers regularly post selfies. But what happens when the desire for the best selfie starts damaging nature—or even ourselves? Social media tourism is dramatically changing who visits natural places like Figure Eight Pools in Sydney’s Royal National Park. Many people are now drawn to these places for the best selfie background. These new tourists, motivated to seek out photos and selfies, sometimes ignore warning signs or bans on drones (无人机). Thus, many people have been severely injured or killed by taking risky selfies and photos in dangerous locations. Additionally, drone use can cause environmental harm if drones catch fire or batteries leak. The search for the perfect selfie can also harm animals, protected plants and even First Nations rock art. In some cases, selfies have become a long-term threat to ecosystems. But for land managers, perhaps the biggest challenge is satisfying increased interest while keeping people safe. They are working to assist this new demand by reshaping nature to make better scenery—and keep visitors safer. At Moran Falls in Queensland’s Lamington National Park, a famous view had been blocked by plants, driving some visitors to jump the fence at the viewing platform and stand directly on top of a very tall cliff (悬崖). As a solution, land managers have the trees trimmed (修剪) and then use the fallen branches to hide the track made by selfie-seekers. These land managers are wondering why traditional measures like signs and warnings often prove ineffective? The answer may lie in social recognition For many, the risk seems worth the reward if it means gaining admiration on social media. Nature-based content on popular social media platforms like TikTok often performs very well, giving other would-be influencers the motive to seek out new locations. This problem has been created by the combination of social media and human psychology. To solve it, we might look at how these two factors interact. Responsible selfie and tourism campaigns on popular social media platforms could be a start. 12. Why are many people attracted to visit places like Figure Eight Pools? A. To appreciate the natural beauty. B. To seek adventure and excitement. C. To search for the ideal selfie setting. D. To test the use of drones for photography. 13. How is Paragraph 4 developed? A. By listing figures. B. By giving examples. C. By analyzing causes. D. By making comparisons. 14. What leads to the failure of traditional measures? A. Risks are often ignored by people B. Rules are rarely followed by people. C. Exploring new attractions is preferred. D. Social media attention is valued more. 15. What solution is suggested in the last paragraph? A. Launching tourism campaigns B. Promoting proper behaviors online C. Banning selfies in natural landscape. D. Restricting access to social media platforms. 【答案】12. C 13. B 14. D 15. B 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文，主要介绍了许多人被吸引到各大景点寻找理想的自拍环境，这对环境造成破坏，文章分析其中的原因并提出了解决方案。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“Social media tourism is dramatically changing who visits natural places like Figure Eight Pools in Sydney’s Royal National Park. Many people are now drawn to these places for the best selfie background.(社交媒体旅游正在极大地改变着人们参观悉尼皇家国家公园“八字形泳池”等自然景点的方式。现在很多人都被吸引到这些地方寻找最好的自拍背景。)”可知，许多人被吸引到像“八字池”这样的地方是为了寻找理想的自拍环境。故选C。 【13题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段“But for land managers, perhaps the biggest challenge is satisfying increased interest while keeping people safe. They are working to assist this new demand by reshaping nature to make better scenery—and keep visitors safer. At Moran Falls in Queensland’s Lamington National Park, a famous view had been blocked by plants, driving some visitors to jump the fence at the viewing platform and stand directly on top of a very tall cliff (悬崖). As a solution, land managers have the trees trimmed (修剪) and then use the fallen branches to hide the track made by selfie-seekers.(但对于土地管理者来说，最大的挑战可能是在保证人们安全的同时满足人们日益增长的兴趣。他们正在努力通过重塑自然，创造更好的风景来满足这一新的需求，同时保证游客的安全。在昆士兰州拉明顿国家公园的莫兰瀑布，一个著名的景观被植物挡住了，迫使一些游客跳过观景台的栅栏，直接站在一个非常高的悬崖上。为了解决这个问题，土地管理者让人修剪树木，然后用掉落的树枝掩盖自拍者留下的痕迹。)”可知，第四段通过举例展开。故选B。 【14题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段“The answer may lie in social recognition For many, the risk seems worth the reward if it means gaining admiration on social media.(对许多人来说，如果能在社交媒体上赢得赞赏，那么冒险似乎是值得的。)”可知，社交媒体的关注更有价值，这导致了传统措施的失败。故选D。 【15题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段“This problem has been created by the combination of social media and human psychology. To solve it, we might look at how these two factors interact. Responsible selfie and tourism campaigns on popular social media platforms could be a start.(这个问题是由社交媒体和人类心理的结合造成的。为了解决这个问题，我们可以看看这两个因素是如何相互作用的。在流行的社交媒体平台上开展负责任的自拍和旅游活动可能是一个开始。)”可知，最后一段提出的解决方案是提倡正确的网络行为。故选B。 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 An essential writing skill is the ability to use plain language effectively to convey ideas clearly. Plain language involves using direct and accessible language with a straightforward structure. To write in plain language, it is important to follow certain guidelines. ____16____ The only details necessary are those necessary for understanding. For example, the sign “Wait behind the yellow line,” at a train platform includes “yellow” so travelers know where to stand. Plain language avoids using vocabulary that requires specialized knowledge. If you work in IT, you can comfortably use the word “latency” with your colleagues. ____17____ But when speaking with someone without an IT background, you might instead use “slow” to ensure that they know what you’re talking about. Plain language is more than word choices, though. It also involves structuring writing to prioritize clarity. ____18____ For example, use clear headers for each section. Mention the topic early in a sentence or paragraph. Write directly to your reader. ____19____ Additionally, use the active voice whenever possible to enhance clarity. It is important to note that not every guideline for plain writing will apply to every piece of writing. The ultimate goal is to create contents that are accessible and easily understood. By using plain language, you demonstrate respect for your readers’ time and intelligence. ____20____ A. That is because they know what it means. B. This can be achieved in the following ways. C. Thus, it develops positive relationships with them. D. In many cases, this means writing in the second person point of view. E. One key aspect of plain writing is ensuring sentences are as short as possible. F. This can be especially important for those who speak English as a second language. G. Plain language reduces the risk of misunderstandings caused by confusing language choices. 【答案】16. E 17. A 18. B 19. D 20. C 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了使用通俗易懂的语言写作时需要遵循一些通用的指导原则。 【16题详解】 根据下文“The only details they include are those necessary for the reader to understand the sentences’ meaning. For example, the sign “Wait behind the yellow line,” at a train platform includes “yellow” so travelers know where to stand.（它们只包括那些读者理解句子意义所必需的细节。例如，火车站台上，“请在黄线后面等候”这句话包含了“黄色”，这样旅客就知道应该站在哪里。）”可知，写作时只包括那些读者理解句子意义所必需的细节。火车站台的例子表明内容要简短。结合选项E项One key aspect of plain writing is ensuring sentences are as short as possible.（简洁写作的一个关键方面是确保句子尽可能短。），和下文内容意思一致，紧密连接，符合语境。故选E项。 【17题详解】 根据上文“If you work in IT, you can comfortably use the word “latency” with your colleagues.（如果您从事IT工作，那么您可以轻松地与同事使用“latency”这个词。）”提到您可以轻松地与同事使用“latency”这个词，以及下文“But when speaking with someone without an IT background, you might instead use “slow” to ensure that they know what you’re talking about.（但是当你和一个没有IT背景的人说话时，你可以用“slow”来确保他们知道你在说什么。）”可推测，空处谈论的是和同事们说话用词的问题，不同背景应该使用不同的词汇。结合选项A项That is because they know what it means.（那是因为他们知道这意味着什么。）可知，A项中的they指代的时候上文中的colleagues，这也与下文中的they指导内容一致，起到上下文的承上启下作用。故选A项。 【18题详解】 根据上文“Plain language is more than word choices, though. It also involves structuring writing to prioritize clarity.（然而，简单的语言不仅仅是词语的选择。它还包括组织写作，优先考虑清晰。）”提到简单的语言不仅仅是词语的选择，还包括其它东西，以及下文“For example, use clear headers for each section. Mention the topic early in a sentence or paragraph. Write directly to your read.（例如，每个部分使用清晰的标题。在句子或段落的开头尽早提及主题。直接写给读者。）”可知，上文强调组织写作，优先考虑清晰，下文给出了具体的做法。结合选项B项This can be achieved in the following ways.（这可以通过以下方式实现。）可知，This指代的是“It also involves structuring writing to prioritize clarity.”，“in the following ways”呼应的是下“文For example, use clear headers for each section. Mention the topic early in a sentence or paragraph. Write directly to your read.”，起到上下文的承上启下作用，符合语境。故选B项。 【19题详解】 根据上文 “Write directly to your reader. （直接写给读者。）”，再结合D项“In many cases, this means writing in the second person point of view.（在很多情况下，这意味着要运用第二人称来写作）”可知，this指代的是“直接写给读者”这一方法，运用第二人称来写作呼应“直接写给读者”这一语意，故选D项。 【20题详解】 根据上文“By using plain language, you demonstrate respect for your readers’ time and intelligence.（通过使用通俗易懂的语言，你表现出对读者时间和智慧的尊重。）”提到通过使用通俗易懂的语言的好处。结合选项C项“Thus, it develops positive relationships with them.（因此，它与他们发展了积极的关系。）”中 them，指代的是上文的readers，且和上文内容意思相关，同样介绍其好处，上下文紧密连接，符合语境。故选C项。 第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 When I was seven, my father gave me a watch, Timex. It was my first watch. I loved it, wore it for years, and haven’t had another one since it stopped clicking a decade ago. Why? Because I don’t ____21____ one. I have a mobile phone and I’m always near someone with an iPod or something like that. All these ____22____ tell the time — which is why, if you look around, you’ll see lots of empty ____23____; sales of watches to young adults have been going down since 2007. But while the ____24____ men have realized that they don’t need them, others ____25____ are spending total fortunes on them. Brands (品牌) such as Rolex and Philippe command shocking ____26____, up to £250,000 for a piece. This is ____27____. These days all watches tell the time as well as all other watches. Expensive watches come with extra ____28____ but who needs them? How often do you dive to 300 metres into the sea or need to find your ____29____ in the South Pole? So why pay that much of five years’ school fees for watches that allow you to do these things? If justice were done, the Swiss watch industry should have _____30_____ when the Japanese discovered how to _____31_____ accurate watches for a five-pound note. Watches are now categorized as “investments”. A 1994 Philippe recently sold for nearly £350,000, while 1960s Rolexes have gone from £15,000 to £30,000 plus in a year. But a watch is not an investment. It’s a(n) _____32_____ for self-satisfaction, a matter of fashion. Prices may keep going up. But when fashion moves on, the _____33_____ of that £350,000 beauty will _____34_____ find his pride and joy is no more a good investment than my _____35_____ Timex. 21. A. own B. wear C. choose D. need 22. A. devices B. phones C. watches D. friends 23. A. minds B. wrists C. bags D. hands 24. A. young B. sensitive C. proud D. wise 25. A. regularly B. apparently C. generously D. usually 26. A. prices B. salaries C. operations D. applications 27. A. unexpected B. fashionable C. silly D. reasonable 28. A. functions B. charges C. operations D. applications 29. A. interest B. direction C. courage D. fortune 30. A. come up B. brightened up C. closed down D. moved on 31. A. appreciate B. set C. promote D. make 32. A. toy B. memory C. reward D. invention 33. A. designer B. admirer C. producer D. owner 34. A. originally B. suddenly C. particularly D. constantly 35. A. priceless B. pocket C. childhood D. poor 【答案】21. D 22. A 23. B 24. D 25. B 26. A 27. C 28. A 29. B 30. C 31. D 32. A 33. D 34. B 35. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章讨论了手表在现代社会中的功能变化和市场趋势。作者首先提到自己小时候对父亲给的手表的喜爱，并指出由于现代通讯设备的普及，人们不再需要手表来看时间。然而，高端手表作为奢侈品和投资品，价格高昂且销量不减。文章最后指出，手表本质上是一种满足自我满足和时尚需求的物品，而非真正的投资品。 【21题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：为什么？因为我不需要手表。A. own拥有；B. wear穿戴；C. choose选择；D. need需要。根据后文“I have a mobile phone and I’m always near someone with an iPod or something like that.”可知，我有一部手机，我总是和一个有iPod或类似设备人在一起，因此我不需要手表了，故选D。 【22题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：所有这些设备都显示时间——这就是为什么如果你环顾四周，你会看到很多空手腕。A. devices设备；B. phones手机；C. watches手表；D. friends朋友。根据前文“I have a mobile phone and I’m always near someone with an iPod or something like that.”可知，我有一部手机，我总是和一个有iPod或类似设备的人在一起，故此处指所有这些设备都显示时间，故选A。 【23题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：同上。A. minds意识；B. wrists手腕；C. bags书包；D. hands手。根据空前“All these ____2____ tell the time”可知，所有的这些设备都可以告诉我时间，故说明大家都不带手表了，因此会看到很多不带手表的空手腕，故选B。 【24题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：但是，尽管明智的人已经意识到他们不需要它们，但其他人显然在它们身上花费了全部财富。A. young年轻的；B. sensitive敏感的；C. proud自豪的；D. wise明智的。根据空后“have realized that they don’t need them”可知，电子设备都能告诉他们时间，一些人已经意识到他们不需要手表了，他们是明智的，故选D。 【25题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：同上。A. regularly有规律的；B. apparently明显的；C. generously大方的；D. usually通常。根据空后“Brands (品牌) such as Rolex and Philippe command shocking ____6____, up to £250,000 for a piece.”可知，劳力士和翡丽等品牌拥有令人震惊的价格，每件高达25万英镑，故此处指很显然，其他人在它们身上花了全部财富，故选B。 【26题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：劳力士和翡丽等品牌拥有令人震惊的价格，每件高达25万英镑。A. prices价格；B. salaries工资；C. operations手术；D. applications申请。根据空后“up to £250,000 for a piece”，可知劳力士和翡丽等品牌拥有令人震惊的价格，每件高达25万英镑，故选A。 【27题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：这是很愚蠢的。A. unexpected难以预料的；B. fashionable时尚的；C. silly愚蠢的；D. reasonable合理的。根据后文“These days all watches tell the time as well as all other watches.”可知，现在所有的手表都像其他手表一样报时，故买25万英镑的手表是非常愚蠢的，故选C。 【28题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：昂贵的手表有额外的功能，但是谁需要它们呢? A. functions功能；B. charges要价；C. operations手术；D. applications申请。根据后文“How often do you dive to 300 metres into the sea or need to find your ____9____ in the South Pole?”可知，后文提出问题，你多久潜入300米深的海底一次？或者又是多久一次需要在南极找到你的方向呢？这些都是昂贵的手表附加的防水和指南功能，故选A。 【29题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：你多久潜入300米深的海底一次？或者又是多久一次需要在南极找到你的方向呢？A. interest兴趣；B. direction方向；C. courage勇气；D. fortune运气。根据空后“in the South Pole”可知，此处指需要用昂贵手表的额外功能在南极找到方向，故选B。 【30题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：如果正义得到伸张，当日本人发现如何用一张5英镑的钞票制造精确的手表时，瑞士钟表业应该已经倒闭了。A. come up出现；B. brightened up照亮；C. closed down关门；D. moved on继续前进。根据空后“when the Japanese discovered how to ____11____ accurate watches for a five-pound note.”可知，当日本人发现如何用一张5英镑的钞票制造精确的手表时，瑞士钟表业应该已经倒闭了，故选C。 【31题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：同上。A. appreciate感激；B. set设置；C. promote提升；D. make制造。根据空后“accurate watches for a five-pound note”可，知当日本人发现如何用一张5英镑的钞票制造精确的手表时，瑞士钟表业应该已经倒闭了，故选D。 【32题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：这是一种自我满足的玩具，是一种时尚。A. toy玩具；B. memory记忆；C. reward奖励；D. invention发明。根据前文“But a watch is not an investment.”和下文“for self-satisfaction”可知，手表不是投资，而是一种自我满足的玩具，是一种时尚，故选A。 【33题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：但随着时尚的发展，这位拥有35万英镑美表的主人会突然发现，他的骄傲和快乐并不比我童年时代的Timex更值得投资。A. designer设计师；B. admirer崇拜者；C. producer生产者；D. owner拥有者。根据前文“It’s a(n) ____12____ for self-satisfaction, a matter of fashion.”可知，花35万英镑买一块的翡丽手表是一种自我满足，是一种时尚，故此处指花了35万英镑买翡丽手表的主人，故选D。 【34题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：同上。A. originally最初地；B. suddenly突然；C. particularly尤其；D. constantly持续地。根据上文“when fashion moves on”空后“find his pride and joy is no more a good investment than my ____15____ Timex.”可知，这位拥有35万英镑美表的主人会突然发现，他的骄傲和快乐并不比我童年时代的Timex更值得投资，故选B。 【35题详解】 考查形容词和名词词义辨析。句意：同上。A. priceless无价的；B. pocket口袋；C. childhood童年；D. poor贫穷的。根据前文“When I was seven, my father gave me a watch, Timex.”可知，我七岁时，父亲给了我一块手表Timex，故此处指他的骄傲和快乐并不比我童年时代的Timex更值得投资，故选C。 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 In China, the Citywalk trend is spreading from big cities to small cities, encouraging more participants and event organizers to get ____36____ (involve). Some organizers are working with folk culture researchers and enthusiasts to act ____37____ tour guides for their Citywalk experiences. One such enthusiast ____38____ (explore) new possibilities in the tourism industry now is Xiao Yiyi, a young businessman from Changsha. Recently she ____39____ (launch) six Citywalk routes in different cities on her social media account, aiming to offer visitors ____40____experience to “walk in open-air museums.” Xiao Yiyi’s Citywalk route in Changsha includes more unusual ____41____ (sight) like 19th-century historical architecture, artsy old alleys (小巷) and even a stop-off to sample the local spicy food. Even though Citywalk is a ____42____ (relative) new concept, industry experts believe that ____43____ (it) potential is huge. It not only offers a way for young people to interact with a city in a meaningful way but also provides them with a new social scene ____44____ individuals with similar interests can connect and form friendship. At the same time, Citywalk represents an opportunity for tour guides and travel service providers to deliver services ____45____ (meet) with ever-changing market demands. 【答案】36. involved 37. as 38. exploring 39. has launched 40. an 41. sights 42 relatively 43. its 44. where 45. to meet 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道，主要报道了来自长沙的年轻商人肖依依在长沙推出了六条不同城市的城市步行路线，旨在为游客提供“在露天博物馆散步”的体验。 【36题详解】 考查过去分词。句意：在中国，城市步行的趋势正从大城市蔓延到小城市，鼓励更多的参与者和活动组织者参与进来。动词短语get involved，表示“参与”。故填involved. 【37题详解】 考查介词。句意：一些组织者正在与民俗文化研究人员和爱好者合作，为他们的城市漫步体验充当导游。act as为固定短语，表示“充当，所以空处应用介词as。故填as。 【38题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：来自长沙的年轻商人肖依依就是这样一个热衷于探索旅游业新可能性的人。句中已有is，空处作非谓语动词，explore与被修饰词One such enthusiast之间是主动关系，所以用现在分词形式作后置定语。故填exploring。 【39题详解】 考查时态和主谓一致。句意：最近，她在自己的社交媒体账户上推出了六条不同城市的城市步行路线，旨在为游客提供“在露天博物馆散步”的体验。根据时间状语Recently可知，句子应用现在完成时态，主语为she，谓语动词使用第三人称单数形式，即has launched。故填has launched。 【40题详解】 考查冠词。句意：最近，她在自己的社交媒体账户上推出了六条不同城市的城市步行路线，旨在为游客提供“在露天博物馆散步”的体验。空后experience表示“经历，体验”，此处泛指一次体验，所以空处应用不定冠词，experience以元音音素开头，应用不定冠词an。故填an。 【41题详解】 考查名词。句意：肖依依在长沙的城市步行路线包括更多不寻常的景点，比如19世纪的历史建筑、充满艺术气息的老巷子，甚至还会停下来品尝当地的辛辣食物。空前由more修饰，所以可数名词sight应用其复数。故填sights。 【42题详解】 考查副词。句意：尽管城市步行是一个相对较新的概念，但业内专家认为它的潜力巨大。空处修饰形容词new，应用副词relatively作状语。故填relatively。 【43题详解】 考查代词。句意：尽管城市步行是一个相对较新的概念，但业内专家认为它的潜力巨大。结合语意可知，空处应用形容词性物主代词its，表示“它的”，修饰名词potential。故填its。 【44题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：它不仅为年轻人提供了一种以有意义的方式与城市互动的方式，还为他们提供了一个新的社交场景，在那里，有着相似兴趣的人可以联系起来，形成友谊。空处引导限制性定语从句，修饰先行词a new social scene，先行词指地点，关系词在定语从句中作地点状语，所以用关系副词where引导。故填where。 【45题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：与此同时，城市步行为导游和旅游服务供应商提供了一个机会，以满足不断变化的市场需求。句中已有谓语represents，空处作非谓语动词，应用动词不定式作目的状语。故填to meet。 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 假定你是校学生会主席李华，正在筹划下周六的校园音乐会。请写一封邮件邀请外籍教师Alex参加，并欢迎他参与表演。 注意： 1. 词数应为80左右； 2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 Dear Alex, _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Best regards, Li Hua 【答案】Dear Alex, How is everything going? Our school will hold a music festival next Saturday in the school hall to enrich students’ after-school life. As an organizer, I’m writing to invite you to join us. The opening ceremony will start at 9:00 a.m., and the schoolmaster will deliver a speech. Following the speech is a one-hour lecture with the title of “A Brief History of Chinese Music” by Professor Guo, after which there will be various fantastic performances played by talented students. You are particularly welcome to show up onstage, which will add color and fun to our festival. Looking forward to your early reply. Best regards, Li Hua 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生写一封邮件，邀请外籍教师Alex参加下周六的校园音乐会，并欢迎他参与表演。 【详解】1.词汇积累 开始：start→begin 主题：title→theme 各种各样的：various→a variety of 尤其：particularly→in particular 2.句式拓展 句型转换 原句：Following the speech is a one-hour lecture with the title of “A Brief History of Chinese Music” by Professor Guo, after which there will be various fantastic performances played by talented students. 拓展句：Following the speech is a one-hour lecture with the title of “A Brief History of Chinese Music” by Professor Guo, after which there will be various fantastic performances that will be played by talented students. 【点睛】【高分句型1】Following the speech is a one-hour lecture with the title of “A Brief History of Chinese Music” by Professor Guo, after which there will be various fantastic performances played by talented students. (运用了after which引导的非限制性定语从句) 【高分句型2】You are particularly welcome to show up onstage, which will add color and fun to our festival.(运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句) 第二节（满分25分） 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 Sophie had to move to a new school in the town from her own village with her family because her father got a new job in a company. At the beginning, she used to sit alone in the class and then one day a girl, Nia, from her class talked to her, hoping that they could be friends. Nia was a modern girl born and brought up in the town. She was kind and a loving girl. Nia never really had many friends because she used to choose her friends very wisely. When Nia came to Sophie with the hand of friendship, Sophie did not think even for a second and accepted her friendship as she needed friends. As the days passed by, Nia and Sophie had already developed a good friendship. They then promised that they would focus on the better things they would do for each other if they made mistakes. Soon Sophie made many friends like Stephen, George, Josh and Ernie. She spent a lot of time with most of them as close friends and almost forgot about Nia. One day Sophie along with all her friends decided to do something adventurous: to light up firecrackers (鞭炮) behind the office building. As word spread very fast among teenagers, Nia heard about it and told her to be aware of her real friends but Sophie paid no attention to it. Nia then knew that Sophie would not be so careful so she decided to look out for Sophie without her knowledge. When they were pushing Sophie out to light up the crackers with a candle, Stephen saw a teacher coming out of the office room. He waved to the others to run away but left Sophie alone there. 注意： 1. 续写词数应为150左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 The teacher noticed Sophie and shouted, “Stop!” _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ In the headmaster’s room, Nia pulled out her phone. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】The teacher noticed Sophie and shouted, “Stop!” He slowly approached Sophie and said softly, “I know that children of your age think they have grown up and can do many things, and are willing to bravely do something adventurous. However, no matter what kind of adventure you take, the first thing to consider is safety, including the safety of you, your friends and the public. Another question is, after experiencing this, do you know who your true friend is?” In the headmaster’s room Nia pulled out her phone. At this moment, Sophie’s phone rang. It was Nia calling. Nia said sincerely, “If you knew it was me who told the teacher, you would definitely hate me and treat me as your enemy. However, I have never forgotten our promise that we would focus on the better things we would do for each other if we made mistakes.” Sophie lowered her head in shame upon hearing this. She realized her problem and found her true friendship. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了苏菲转学到了一个新的学校，交到了妮娅新的朋友，她们俩逐渐成为了要好的朋友，并向彼此承诺如果他们犯了错误，他们会专注于为彼此做更好的事情。苏菲交到了更多的朋友，然而，被她的“朋友”推出来做极其危险的事情。这时妮娅及时帮助了苏菲，让她认识到了问题的严重性，也让她找到了真正的友谊。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“老师注意到苏菲，喊道：“住手！””可知，第一段可描写老师的到来及时阻止了危险的发生，并对苏菲进行安全教育和友谊教育。 ②由第二段首句内容“在校长的房间里，妮娅拿出了她的手机。”可知，第二段可描写妮娅给苏菲打电话向她说明一切，并提醒苏菲她们俩的承诺，二人重新成为好朋友。 2.续写线索：苏菲交到好朋友妮娅——二人的承诺——苏菲交了更多朋友——相约做冒险的事情——老师及时赶来阻止——妮娅给苏菲打电话——彼此的承诺——妮娅认识到错误找回好朋友 3.词汇激活 行为类 ①靠近，接近：approach/come close to ②认为：think/believe ③冒险：do something adventurous/take risks 情绪类 ①勇敢地：bravely/courageously ②真诚地：sincerely/genuinely 【点睛】 【高分句型1】However, I have never forgotten our promise that we would focus on the better things we would do for each other if we made mistakes. (使用了连接词that引导的同位语从句、省略关系代词的定语从句以及从属连词if引导的条件状语从句) 【高分句型2】However, no matter what kind of adventure you take, the first thing to consider is safety, including the safety of you, your friends and the public. (使用了no matter what引导的让步状语从句) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 禅城区2024届高三统一调研测试（二） 英 语 满分120分，考试时间120分钟 注意事项： 1. 答题前，考生务必用黑色字边的签字笔或钢笔在答题卡填写自己的考生号、姓名、座位号。用2B铅笔把对应该号码的标号涂黑。 2. 选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案，答案答在试题卷上无效。 3. 非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答卷上各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液，不按以上要求作答的答案无效。 4. 考试结束后，将答卷和答题卡一并交回。 第一部分 听力（略） 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Here are my top choices for the world’s best eco-hotels for holidays. A visit to any of these hotels promises a memorable and fulfilling vacation. Bambu Indah (Bali) This small hotel is the exact picture of what it calls “old-school Bali”—a restful and laid-back experience in harmony with nature. Spend your days at Bambu Indah in natural river swimming pools fed by waterfalls, open-air bamboo structures on stilts (高跷) above the rice fields. Why Book: ● There are only oil lamps in the hotel in an effort to reduce light pollution. ● Mosquito nets around beds catch cool air as part of a cooling solution that avoids traditional air conditioning and lessens the carbon footprint. ● Banana leaves are used as plates and papaya stems as straws as part of the hotel’s no-plastic policy. The Stanford Inn By The Sea (California) The Stanford Inn paints a picture of wellness that extends beyond diet and exercise. Private classes and scissions in nutrition and healthy living are provided and a large greenhouse houses a saltwater swimming pool for year-round use. Why Book: ● The inn hosts students in its Environmental Leadership Field school, providing these students with 4- to 6-week explorations into sustainability. ● The property has been practicing organic farming for more than 30 years. Soneva Kiri (Thailand) Just 90 minutes from Bangkok, within a rainforest, guests can enjoy the unspoiled beauty and beaches of Soneye Kiri. Night diving and dining in a mushroom cave are just a couple of the unforgettable activities on offer. Why Book: ● A 2% environmental tax on all stays goes toward the Soneva Foundation which invests in various projects. ● Soneva funds the organization Care for Children, which has opened a foster care (寄养) training and resource center in Thailand. ● Partnerships with NGOs and other organizations help protect local marine life. 1. What is special about Bambu Indah? A. It used to be a school. B. It prefers non-electrical devices. C. It charges environmental tax. D. It has a saltwater swimming pool. 2. Who may choose to stay in the Stanford Inn By The Sea? A. Jack, who loves adventures. B. Mary, who is active in charity. C. Tom, who majors in engineering. D. Kate, who favors organic produce. 3. What do these three hotels have in common? A. They are friendly to the environment. B. They are located deep in the rainforest. C. They support local community projects. D They offer luxurious holiday experiences. B Seven years ago, my father was in the hospital, and I was informed that he was in the end-of-life stage. He had wanted to be at home during his final moments, so I arranged for him to return home. He spent only one more night there, but he wasn’t alone. A Marie Curie nurse was by our side. Facing the emotions that come with knowing a loved one is at the end of their life can be irresistible. Having a nurse with us made it easier to cope with these feelings. That’s why I made the decision to join Marie Curie. Working for the charity, I find myself on duty during most Christmases, a typical time for healthcare assistants like us. Our role is to support families and the individuals who are dying. We do whatever they need us to do. For instance, one family asked us to play Christmas carols throughout the night. We accommodate such requests. What we do during Christmas is what we do throughout the year — we aim to please families. You might assume that being with families during their last Christmas would be a sad experience. But for the families in my experience, it’s not. I remember one particular family—three sisters — and the fourth was in the end-of-life stage. When I arrived, she was unconscious, and I knew she might not make it through the night. But sitting with the sisters, talking about their childhood, past Christmases and sharing photos, it was a special time. They mentioned that their sister had asked for peaches and cream earlier that day, and they made sure she got it. She went to sleep, and we lost her that night. The sisters expected it, they thanked me, and it was a comforting experience. I’ll always remember the peaches and cream! I’ve lost count of the number of stories like this. I feel honored to be there with them. We can’t change the unavoidable, but we can make a difference. 4. What inspired the author to work for Marie Curie? A. Her dream to be a nurse. B. Her love for charity work. C. Her experience of her father’s death. D. Her professional medical background. 5. What does the underlined word “accommodate” in Paragraph 3 mean? A. Satisfy. B. Ignore. C. Express. D. Submit. 6. What can be inferred about the three sisters? A. They tried every means to save their sister. B. They were desperate about their sister’s death. C. They didn’t expect that their sister died so soon. D. They stayed positive during their sister’s final moment. 7. Which word best describes the author as a nurse? A. Ambitious. B. Brave. C. Confident. D. Devoted. C Scientists in Brazil have developed a vaccine (疫苗) that prevents addicts from feeling pleasure from the illegal drug, cocaine (可卡因), making the addiction stop right away. The vaccine, Calixcoca, works by stimulating the user’s immune system to produce antibodies (抗体) when cocaine is detected in the body. These antibodies attach themselves to cocaine in the blood, making it physically too large to pass into the brain’s reward system, where it can make the user feel pleasure. Different from the failed U. S. vaccine, Calixcoca uses artificial components produced in a lab rather than natural ones, which makes it cheaper to produce and easier to store since the vaccine does not need to be stored at low temperatures. Calixcoca has so far proven effective in testing on animals, producing significant levels of antibodies against cocaine and few side effects. It also protected unborn baby rats against cocaine, researchers found, suggesting it could be used in humans to protect the unborn babies from being damaged by their mother’s addiction. It is hoped that the introduction of such vaccines will be a significant tool in preventing deaths from cocaine use. The vaccine is now set to enter the final stage of trials: testing on humans. The first tests on humans have had a 72% success rate in clinical settings. Given that the current treatment for cocaine addiction is only effective in 20% of patients, “anything that is more than 20% effective is already a lot,” said Garcia, a mental health doctor. He also emphasized that, while the vaccine shows promising results, it won’t be a cure-all for everyone. It targets people struggling with addiction, especially “those who are just off cocaine and want to stay that way”. Ideally, it would be used for patients during important phases of their recovery, like when they leave the drug addiction treatment centre. 8. How can the vaccine Calixcoca stop cocaine addiction? A. By locating cocaine in the body. B. By strengthening the immune system. C. By increasing the antibodies in the blood. D. By stopping cocaine going into the brain. 9. How is the Calixcoca vaccine different from the U.S. vaccine? A. It can be found in nature. B. It costs less to make. C. It should be kept in the cold. D. It has a lower success rate. 10. What does Paragraph 4 tell us about the vaccine? A. Its side effects. B. Its possible benefits. C. Its target users. D. Its testing process. 11. What could be the best title for the passage? A. A Universal Cure for Cocaine Addicts B. A Breakthrough in Vaccine Production C. A Promising Vaccine for Cocaine Addiction D. A Treatment of Cocaine Addiction in Brazil D In the age of the selfie taking photos of yourself has become a daily activity. Half of all teenagers regularly post selfies. But what happens when the desire for the best selfie starts damaging nature—or even ourselves? Social media tourism is dramatically changing who visits natural places like Figure Eight Pools in Sydney’s Royal National Park. Many people are now drawn to these places for the best selfie background. These new tourists, motivated to seek out photos and selfies, sometimes ignore warning signs or bans on drones (无人机). Thus, many people have been severely injured or killed by taking risky selfies and photos in dangerous locations. Additionally, drone use can cause environmental harm if drones catch fire or batteries leak. The search for the perfect selfie can also harm animals, protected plants and even First Nations rock art. In some cases, selfies have become a long-term threat to ecosystems. But for land managers, perhaps the biggest challenge is satisfying increased interest while keeping people safe. They are working to assist this new demand by reshaping nature to make better scenery—and keep visitors safer. At Moran Falls in Queensland’s Lamington National Park, a famous view had been blocked by plants, driving some visitors to jump the fence at the viewing platform and stand directly on top of a very tall cliff (悬崖). As a solution, land managers have the trees trimmed (修剪) and then use the fallen branches to hide the track made by selfie-seekers. These land managers are wondering why traditional measures like signs and warnings often prove ineffective? The answer may lie in social recognition For many, the risk seems worth the reward if it means gaining admiration on social media. Nature-based content on popular social media platforms like TikTok often performs very well, giving other would-be influencers the motive to seek out new locations. This problem has been created by the combination of social media and human psychology. To solve it, we might look at how these two factors interact. Responsible selfie and tourism campaigns on popular social media platforms could be a start. 12. Why are many people attracted to visit places like Figure Eight Pools? A. To appreciate the natural beauty. B. To seek adventure and excitement. C. To search for the ideal selfie setting. D. To test the use of drones for photography. 13. How is Paragraph 4 developed? A. By listing figures. B. By giving examples. C. By analyzing causes. D. By making comparisons. 14 What leads to the failure of traditional measures? A. Risks are often ignored by people B. Rules are rarely followed by people. C. Exploring new attractions is preferred. D. Social media attention is valued more. 15. What solution is suggested in the last paragraph? A. Launching tourism campaigns B. Promoting proper behaviors online C. Banning selfies in natural landscape. D. Restricting access to social media platforms. 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 An essential writing skill is the ability to use plain language effectively to convey ideas clearly. Plain language involves using direct and accessible language with a straightforward structure. To write in plain language, it is important to follow certain guidelines. ____16____ The only details necessary are those necessary for understanding. For example, the sign “Wait behind the yellow line,” at a train platform includes “yellow” so travelers know where to stand. Plain language avoids using vocabulary that requires specialized knowledge. If you work in IT, you can comfortably use the word “latency” with your colleagues. ____17____ But when speaking with someone without an IT background, you might instead use “slow” to ensure that they know what you’re talking about. Plain language is more than word choices, though. It also involves structuring writing to prioritize clarity. ____18____ For example, use clear headers for each section. Mention the topic early in a sentence or paragraph. Write directly to your reader. ____19____ Additionally, use the active voice whenever possible to enhance clarity. It is important to note that not every guideline for plain writing will apply to every piece of writing. The ultimate goal is to create contents that are accessible and easily understood. By using plain language, you demonstrate respect for your readers’ time and intelligence. ____20____ A. That is because they know what it means. B. This can be achieved in the following ways. C. Thus, it develops positive relationships with them. D. In many cases, this means writing in the second person point of view. E. One key aspect of plain writing is ensuring sentences are as short as possible. F. This can be especially important for those who speak English as a second language. G. Plain language reduces the risk of misunderstandings caused by confusing language choices. 第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 When I was seven, my father gave me a watch, Timex. It was my first watch. I loved it, wore it for years, and haven’t had another one since it stopped clicking a decade ago. Why? Because I don’t ____21____ one. I have a mobile phone and I’m always near someone with an iPod or something like that. All these ____22____ tell the time — which is why, if you look around, you’ll see lots of empty ____23____; sales of watches to young adults have been going down since 2007. But while the ____24____ men have realized that they don’t need them, others ____25____ are spending total fortunes on them. Brands (品牌) such as Rolex and Philippe command shocking ____26____, up to £250,000 for a piece. This is ____27____. These days all watches tell the time as well as all other watches. Expensive watches come with extra ____28____ but who needs them? How often do you dive to 300 metres into the sea or need to find your ____29____ in the South Pole? So why pay that much of five years’ school fees for watches that allow you to do these things? If justice were done, the Swiss watch industry should have _____30_____ when the Japanese discovered how to _____31_____ accurate watches for a five-pound note. Watches are now categorized as “investments”. A 1994 Philippe recently sold for nearly £350,000, while 1960s Rolexes have gone from £15,000 to £30,000 plus in a year. But a watch is not an investment. It’s a(n) _____32_____ for self-satisfaction, a matter of fashion. Prices may keep going up. But when fashion moves on, the _____33_____ of that £350,000 beauty will _____34_____ find his pride and joy is no more a good investment than my _____35_____ Timex. 21. A. own B. wear C. choose D. need 22. A. devices B. phones C. watches D. friends 23. A. minds B. wrists C. bags D. hands 24. A. young B. sensitive C. proud D. wise 25. A. regularly B. apparently C. generously D. usually 26. A. prices B. salaries C. operations D. applications 27. A. unexpected B. fashionable C. silly D. reasonable 28 A. functions B. charges C. operations D. applications 29. A. interest B. direction C. courage D. fortune 30. A. come up B. brightened up C. closed down D. moved on 31. A. appreciate B. set C. promote D. make 32. A. toy B. memory C. reward D. invention 33. A. designer B. admirer C. producer D. owner 34. A. originally B. suddenly C. particularly D. constantly 35. A. priceless B. pocket C. childhood D. poor 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 In China, the Citywalk trend is spreading from big cities to small cities, encouraging more participants and event organizers to get ____36____ (involve). Some organizers are working with folk culture researchers and enthusiasts to act ____37____ tour guides for their Citywalk experiences. One such enthusiast ____38____ (explore) new possibilities in the tourism industry now is Xiao Yiyi, a young businessman from Changsha. Recently she ____39____ (launch) six Citywalk routes in different cities on her social media account, aiming to offer visitors ____40____experience to “walk in open-air museums.” Xiao Yiyi’s Citywalk route in Changsha includes more unusual ____41____ (sight) like 19th-century historical architecture, artsy old alleys (小巷) and even a stop-off to sample the local spicy food. Even though Citywalk is a ____42____ (relative) new concept, industry experts believe that ____43____ (it) potential is huge. It not only offers a way for young people to interact with a city in a meaningful way but also provides them with a new social scene ____44____ individuals with similar interests can connect and form friendship. At the same time, Citywalk represents an opportunity for tour guides and travel service providers to deliver services ____45____ (meet) with ever-changing market demands. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 假定你是校学生会主席李华，正在筹划下周六的校园音乐会。请写一封邮件邀请外籍教师Alex参加，并欢迎他参与表演。 注意： 1. 词数应为80左右； 2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 Dear Alex, _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Best regards, Li Hua 第二节（满分25分） 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 Sophie had to move to a new school in the town from her own village with her family because her father got a new job in a company. At the beginning, she used to sit alone in the class and then one day a girl, Nia, from her class talked to her, hoping that they could be friends. Nia was a modern girl born and brought up in the town. She was kind and a loving girl. Nia never really had many friends because she used to choose her friends very wisely. When Nia came to Sophie with the hand of friendship, Sophie did not think even for a second and accepted her friendship as she needed friends. As the days passed by, Nia and Sophie had already developed a good friendship. They then promised that they would focus on the better things they would do for each other if they made mistakes. Soon Sophie made many friends like Stephen, George, Josh and Ernie. She spent a lot of time with most of them as close friends and almost forgot about Nia. One day Sophie along with all her friends decided to do something adventurous: to light up firecrackers (鞭炮) behind the office building. As word spread very fast among teenagers, Nia heard about it and told her to be aware of her real friends but Sophie paid no attention to it. Nia then knew that Sophie would not be so careful so she decided to look out for Sophie without her knowledge. When they were pushing Sophie out to light up the crackers with a candle, Stephen saw a teacher coming out of the office room. He waved to the others to run away but left Sophie alone there. 注意： 1. 续写词数应为150左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 The teacher noticed Sophie and shouted, “Stop!” _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ In the headmaster’s room, Nia pulled out her phone. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$