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2023—2024学年第二学期期中联考试卷 高一英语 本试卷共12页，满分150分，考试用时120分钟。 注意事项： 1. 本试卷由四个部分组成。其中，第一、二部分和第三部分的第一节为选择题。第三部分的第二节和第四部分为非选择题。 2. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班级、考场/座位号、考生号填写在答题卡上。 3. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑；回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。 4. 考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. Where does the conversation probably take place? A. In an office. B. In a restaurant. C. In a convenience store. 2. What are the speakers doing right now? A. Cooking eggs. B. Making a list. C. Going on a picnic. 3. What are the speakers talking about? A. The rain tomorrow. B. Writing an article. C. The plan for tomorrow. 4. What does the woman think of the weather they are having? A. It’s just right. B. It’s too cold. C. It’s too warm. 5. When will the speakers leave? A. At 6:30. B. At 7:30. C. At 17:30. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. What is it that the woman asks the man to do? A. Stay at home during spring break. B. See some cowboys. C. Drive her to the exhibition. 7. What is the possible relationship between the speakers? A. Student and teacher. B. Brother and sister. C. Father and daughter. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. What happened according to the woman? A. Her purse was taken. B. Her purse was broken. C. She lost her credit cards somewhere. 9. What color is the woman’s purse? A. Grey. B. Purple. C. Red. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. What does the woman work as? A. A teacher. B. A hotel servant. C. A shop assistant. 11. What does the man plan to do next? A. Get some fresh towels. B. Tidy up his room. C. Meet his friends. 12. What will the woman do after finishing tidying up? A. Take the plate out. B. Buy some breakfast. C. Change the sheets. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. What is the man’s reason for hardly doing exercise? A. Having no will. B. Finishing his demanding job. C. Having a heart attack. 14. What does Jacob Sattelmair probably work as? A. A doctor. B. A researcher. C. A nurse. 15. Why does the woman mention a new study? A. To offer the man encouragement. B. To recommend a form of exercise. C. To support her research findings. 16. How long will the man probably do exercise per week? A. About 300 minutes. B. About 115 minutes. C. About 60 minutes. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. What does the passage mainly talk about? A. A different form of hostels. B. The history and development of hostels. C. The reasons why hostels are popular. 18. Who liked to stay in a hostel many years ago? A Walkers and hikers. B. Holidaymakers. C. Elderly tourists. 19. Why do most travelers choose hostels? A. The good traffic. B. The low price. C. The big space. 20. What is said about modern hostels? A. They have various services. B. They are mostly in the countryside. C. They offer free theater tickets for the customers. 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 Certain foods are linked to a higher risk of type 2 diabetes (糖尿病). But by making a few wise dietary choices, you might be able to bring down or stabilize your blood sugar. Porridge Consistently eating foods that are high in fat, low in fibre and with a high GI [glycaemic index (血糖指数)] can increase your diabetes risk. Oats are a low-fibre, low GI food — meaning they don’t cause sudden rises and drops in blood sugar — and contain healthy fats. Adding milk to your porridge increases the fat content, so choose skimmed (脱脂的) or soya milk. Blueberries Most fresh fruits have low GI scores, though levels go up as they ripen. Especially good if you’re hoping to avoid type 2 diabetes are blueberries, grapes and apples. These were associated with a lower risk of developing the condition in a 2023 American study, with blueberries coming out top of the table. Aim for three servings a week of these diabetes-friendly fruits — on your porridge perhaps. Overall, a diet high in fruits and vegetables is a must if you are committed to controlling blood sugar. Yogurt But, hang on, yogurt is a high-fat dairy product and to be avoided, right? Not necessarily. It’s high in fat, but a 2023 American study indicates it can lower the risk of type 2 diabetes. Plain yogurt has a low GI score. Choose the unflavoured, unsweetened variety or Greek yogurt over more sugary flavoured or sweetened yogurt. For more weekly health tips and stories, sign up for our newsletter at readersdigest.co.us. 1. What is the feature of foods that are low fibre and low GI? A. Containing as much fat as possible. B. Covering sugar-free fruits and vegetables. C. Keeping the overall balance of blood sugar. D. Helping blood pressure stay stable. 2. Which is the best fruit if you want to have a lower risk of type 2 diabetes? A. Apples. B. Grapes. C. Blueberries. D. Strawberries. 3. Which statement is true about yogurt? A. Greek yogurt has a low GI score. B. It can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes. C. Flavoured and sugary yogurt is the best choice. D. It’s low in fat and helpful for diabetic patients. B Zhangye Danxia Landform, also known as Zhangye Danxia Geological Park or Rainbow Mountains, is a fantastic geological wonder located in the province of Gansu, China. It is world-famous for its unique and vibrant rock formations, which display a magnificent range of colors, looking like a vivid palette (调色板) of a painter’s masterpiece. This extraordinary landscape stretches across an area of approximately 510 square kilometers and is part of the larger Zhangye National Geopark. The Danxia Landform is characterized by its towering cliffs, deep valleys, and steep, multicolored rock formations, which have been shaped by millions of years of geological processes. The distinct coloring of the rocks is the result of various mineral deposits (沉淀物) that have been exposed through erosion over time. Layers of different colored sandstone and minerals, such as iron and trace minerals, create an amazing visual display of intense reds, oranges, yellows, greens, and blues. The interplay of light and shadows on these majestic formations adds to their surreal beauty, especially during sunrise and sunset. Zhangye Danxia Landform has gained global recognition and has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its awe-inspiring beauty attracts tourists, photographers, and nature enthusiasts from around the world, who come to witness this geological phenomenon and immerse themselves in the wonderful natural surroundings. Beyond its scenic charm, the landform also holds significant scientific value. Geologists and researchers are drawn to the site to study its unique geological formations and solve the mysteries of its creation. It serves as a living laboratory, providing valuable insights into the Earth’s geological history and the forces that shape our planet. Zhangye Danxia Landform stands as a piece of evidence of the remarkable beauty and diversity found in nature. Its vibrant colors, dramatic landscapes, and geological significance make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a profound connection with the natural world and a fascinating visual experience. 4 What has caused the formation of Zhangye Danxia Landform? A. The wisdom of the natives. B. The supernatural forces. C. The ecological uniqueness. D. The geological changes. 5. What does the underlined word “interplay” mean in Paragraph 3? A. Difference. B. Interaction. C. Comparison. D. Separation. 6. What do we know about Zhangye Danxia Landform according to the text? A. It enjoys widespread recognition only in China. B. It plays a key role in tourism and scientific research. C. Its multicolored rocks are the products of extreme weather. D. It is a must-see destination for its old and fascinating stories. 7. What’s the author’s purpose of writing the text? A. To call on people to protect Zhangye Danxia Landform. B. To give tips on how to appreciate Zhangye Danxia Landform. C. To introduce the beauty and wonder of Zhangye Danxia Landform. D. To clear up long-held misunderstandings of Zhangye Danxia Landform. C Short-form video content has become more and more popular in recent years, with many platforms (平台) having a key influence. These short videos, usually from a few seconds to a few minutes in length, have caught the attention of millions of users all over the world. However, as our time spent on short-form video content continues to rise, it is important to understand its influence on our attention span (持续时间). Short-form video content is designed to catch attention quickly and provide information or entertainment in a short and easy manner. While this can do good in some cases, it can also lead to a phenomenon known as “continuous partial attention”. Continuous partial attention is the state of repeatedly dividing one’s attention among several tasks. When watching short-form videos, people are often taking part in other forms of media or distractions (分心的事物) on their devices like computers or smart phones at the same time, such as checking information on social media platforms. This too-often switching of attention can lead to a decrease in focus and concentration, finally impacting our ability to retain information and engage in deep thinking. A study found that people who watched short videos were less likely to remember the information compared to those who watched longer videos or took other forms of learning. The researchers thought that the limited length of short-form videos may not provide enough time for the brain to process and store information into long-term memory. This suggests that while short-form videos can be a useful tool for getting to know new concepts at the beginning, it may not be as effective for deep learning and remembering. To decrease the negative effects of short-form videos on attention span, platforms that consider quality more important than quantity should be developed. By providing content that is meaningful and interesting and that makes people think seriously, these platforms can encourage users to engage in more focused and intentional use of short-form video content. Additionally, individuals can take active steps to manage their own short-form video consumption, such as setting time limits or engaging in activities that promote deep thinking and concentration. 8. What mainly causes the phenomenon “continuous partial attention”? A. Enjoying short-form videos of too many topics. B. Watching only part of each video without finishing it. C. Changing attention frequently to other tasks on the devices. D. Viewing and listening at the same time while watching short-form videos. 9. What does the underlined word “retain” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A. Keep. B. Update. C. Recover. D. Process. 10. What can be done to reduce the harm of short-form videos on attention span? A. Turning to long-form videos intentionally. B Preventing the application of short-form videos. C. Setting limits on the length of short-form videos. D. Promoting short-form videos encouraging deep thinking. 11. What is the author’s attitude towards short-form videos? A. Unclear. B. Careful. C. Supportive. D. Doubtful. D Emotions (情感) are an essential part of how we experience our world. We humans can express emotions by telling others how we feel — but what about animals? Since animals cannot tell us how they feel, how can we know whether they experience emotions? Researchers have only started to find out truth about this in the past few decades. The most easily noticeable reaction of an animal to an event is how it changes its behaviour. Humans often change facial expressions and gestures depending on whether we experience a pleasant event or not. If you look at your friends’ faces, you can often very quickly tell if they are happy, fearful, or angry. Animals show these characteristic facial expressions as well! So-called grimace scales (表情量表) for horses, pigs, sheep, rats, and cats have already been developed. For example, changes in ear position, the amount of visible eye white, and tension in the chewing muscles can indicate different levels of pain or fear in animals. Another example of animal behaviour that is linked to emotions involves vocalisations (发声), such as grunts, bleats, and moos, which can indicate stress in many species. We know this is true for humans too: imagine you are singing a song in front of many people; your voice might get shaky if you are nervous or experiencing stage fright. Researchers have found that the vocalisations of pigs, goats, and cows also change and get less harmonious when these animals are under stress. For example, when they are separated from the group, they produce the sound that indicates negative emotions The evidence of emotions in animals might encourage us to rethink the environments in which we keep the animals that are under our care — on farms, in zoos, or in our houses. If we can better understand how animals interact and react to their environments, we can ultimately improve these environments, and thus improve human-animal relationships. It must be our ethical goal to decrease the negative emotions these animals experience, as well as to increase their experience of positive emotions. 12. What is the text mainly about? A. The behavioural habits of animals. B. The emotional lives of animals. C. A study of human-animal relationships. D. Ways to improve emotional intelligence of animals. 13. What is the purpose of developing grimace scales? A. To make out how animals truly feel. B. To determine whether animals are hungry. C. To develop animals’ ability to show emotions. D. To measure different levels of happiness in animals 14. What can we know about animals’ vocalisations? A. Vocalisations are a clear sign of animals’ loneliness. B. Vocalisations are unique and natural in animals. C. Humans can get benefits from the vocalisations. D. Animals’ stress can be shown through the vocalisations. 15. Why is it important to understand how animals experience emotions? A. It makes the ties between humans and animals better. B. It helps animals adapt to new environments quickly. C. It decreases the positive emotions that animals experience. D. It improves the interaction between animals and their environments. 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。 We can learn to be happy, but only get lasting benefits if we keep practising, a first-of-its-kind study has shown. The team behind the University of Bristol’s “Science of Happiness” course had already discovered something. ____16____. But their latest study found that the improvement in well-being (幸福) is short-lived unless the habits learnt on the course — such as gratitude, exercise, meditation (冥想静修) or journaling — are kept up over the long-term. Senior author Prof. Bruce Hood said, “____17____. We can’t expect to do one class and be fit forever. Just as with physical health, we have to continuously work on our mental health, otherwise the improvements are short.” ____18____. It involves no exams or coursework, and teaches students what the latest studies in psychology and neuroscience (神经科学) say really makes us happy. ____19____. But only those who continued the course learning kept that improved well-being when they were surveyed again two years on. Published in the journal Higher Education, it is the first to track well-being of students on a happiness course long after they have left the course. Prof. Hood said, “This study shows that just doing a course — be that at the gym, a meditation or on an evidence-based happiness course like ours — is just the start. ____20____.” Much of what we teach centers around positive psychology involvement that turns your attention away from yourself, by helping others, being with friends, gratitude or meditating. A. Stick to what you do B. It’s like going to the gym C. You must promise to use what you’ve learned on a regular basis D. Prof. Hood has put the “Science of Happiness” course into a new book E. Students who took the course reported a 10% to 15% improvement in well-being F. Teaching students the latest scientific studies on happiness created a marked improvement in their well-being G. Started in 2018, the University of Bristol’s “Science of Happiness” course was the first of its kind in the UK 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四个选项中选出最佳选项。 In a small town surrounded by the mountains, there lived a man named Samuel. He spent his days alone, tending to his garden and ____21____ meeting others. But one winter’s night, a fierce snowstorm swept through the town, leaving many ____22____ without power or heat. Despite his lonely nature, Samuel couldn’t ignore the cries for help from the streets, so he went out bravely, ____23____ to help his neighbors. He found an elderly couple huddled (缩成一团) in their cold, dark home, ____24____ to keep warm. Samuel quickly lit a fire and brought blankets, ____25____ their comfort until help arrived. Next, he came across a family ____26____ in their car, unable to drive out of the icy roads. With his own truck and ____27____ of the area, Samuel ____28____ them safely back home. As morning came, the storm stopped. ____29____ neighbors came out of their homes, thanking Samuel for his help. But as they _____30_____ to celebrate, Samuel quietly walked away, leaving behind a sense of mystery. Weeks passed, and rumors (谣言) got around about the _____31_____ stranger who had generously given _____32_____. Some guessed he was a guardian angel, while others believed him to be a long-lost _____33_____ who returned to save the day. But the _____34_____ was far simpler yet equally surprising. Samuel wasn’t a hero or an angel; he was just a man who had once been lost in his own aloneness. And through helping others, he found a sense of purpose and _____35_____ he had long been searching for. 21. A. involving B. avoiding C. minding D. appreciating 22. A. in relief B. in sight C. in difficulty D. in place 23 A. determining B. hesitating C. bothering D. agreeing 24. A. managing B. whispering C. struggling D. demanding 25. A. finding B. seeking C. inspiring D. ensuring 26. A. seated B. lost C. stuck D. engaged 27. A. foundation B. knowledge C. opinion D. aspect 28. A. guided B. caused C. designed D. undertook 29. A. Hopeful B. Concerned C. Grateful D. Curious 30. A. gathered B. danced C. proceeded D. calmed 31. A. light-hearted B. mysterious C. quick-minded D. awesome 32. A. guidance B. hope C. heart D. help 33. A. fighter B. god C. superman D. hero 34. A. story B. truth C. promise D. news 35. A. belonging B. humor C. touch D. beauty 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个适当单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Tianshui in Northwest China’s Gansu Province is sweeping social media with ____36____ (it) local street dish malatang, literally (字面上) “numbingly spicy soup”, a one-pot noodle soup with hotpot flavor. This narrow province runs ____37____ Northwest China to Central China. Thanks to the ancient Silk Road, spices and the Central Asian food ____38____ (prefer) for lamb and beef had a major influence on local food, ____39____ (make) Gansu cuisine a mixture of East and West. Recently, many malatang restaurants ____40____ (extend) their opening hours to satisfy the increasing number of the customers arriving from all over the country. The growing ____41____ (popular) of this kind of street food can also be reflected in the main ingredient (原料), the Gangu chili pepper, ____42____ is grown in Gangu County, a place well-known as the “Hometown of Chili Peppers” in China. This food craze (狂热) has ____43____ (huge) promoted tourism in Tianshui. Data shows that as of Thursday, related searches for Tianshui travel have increased 186 percent ____44____ (compare) with last week. The city government even held a “malatang carnival (狂欢节)”, during which _____45_____ total of eight activities were introduced to help visitors learn about the city and its cuisine. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 假定你是李华，下周你们学校将举办主题为“用英语讲好中国故事（Share Chinese stories in English）”的英语文化艺术节。为此，你校学生会面向全校征集活动赛事提议。请你写一封邮件，内容包括：1. 推荐赛事；2. 你的理由；3. 预祝比赛成功。 参考词汇：the Festival of English Arts and Culture 英语文化艺术节 注意：1. 写作词数应为80个左右；2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Student Union, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, 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。 Some kids play sports, some love attending parties and others are computer masters. Me? I have the spelling bee (拼词比赛). The bee is my World Cup. I trained every day as soon as I returned home after school, the dictionary pages dancing softly in the light wind. I built up my muscle (once I spelled it m-u-s-u-1-e… so embarrassing!) carrying around my friend Oxford dictionary. I laughed in the face of difficult words in the spelling test. For example, “Serendipitous”. Please. That was so fourth grade. As soon as I opened my eyes on Friday morning, I felt the hairs on my arm stood up. I looked at my alarm clock—it was only 6:27. I usually woke up at 7:01, which meant I had an extra thirty-four minutes to study before going to school to attend today’s spelling bee contest. My stomach felt like it was filled with a flock of flamingos (火烈鸟) dancing a fandango (f-a-n-d-a-n-g-o-h, I spelled wrongly a month ago). To calm down, I reminded myself that I was one of the best spellers in my class. Even though I was not ambitious enough to want to go to the National Spelling Bee—I just wanted to win the bee at our school. I could beat my arch-enemy (死敌), Nathan. Nathan thought he was a better speller than me, but he didn’t even study words. He just read tons of huge science and math books. I could say safely that Nathan and I had nothing in common except being good spellers, but since he was a good speller without even trying, it didn’t count. I bet if you gave Nathan a literature word like “denouement” (it took me FOREVER to remember that one), he’d be out on the first round. 注意：1. 续写词数应为150个左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 I went downstairs, only to find Dad was already up, reading a newspaper. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Finally came the contest. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 听力1～5. ABCBB 6～10. CBACB 11～15. CAABA 16～20. CCABA 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 2023—2024学年第二学期期中联考试卷 高一英语 本试卷共12页，满分150分，考试用时120分钟。 注意事项： 1. 本试卷由四个部分组成。其中，第一、二部分和第三部分的第一节为选择题。第三部分的第二节和第四部分为非选择题。 2. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班级、考场/座位号、考生号填写在答题卡上。 3. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑；回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。 4. 考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. Where does the conversation probably take place? A. In an office. B. In a restaurant. C. In a convenience store. 2. What are the speakers doing right now? A. Cooking eggs. B. Making a list. C. Going on a picnic. 3. What are the speakers talking about? A. The rain tomorrow. B. Writing an article. C. The plan for tomorrow. 4. What does the woman think of the weather they are having? A. It’s just right. B. It’s too cold. C. It’s too warm. 5. When will the speakers leave? A. At 6:30. B. At 7:30. C. At 17:30. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. What is it that the woman asks the man to do? A. Stay at home during spring break. B. See some cowboys. C. Drive her to the exhibition. 7. What is the possible relationship between the speakers? A. Student and teacher. B. Brother and sister. C. Father and daughter. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. What happened according to the woman? A. Her purse was taken. B. Her purse was broken. C. She lost her credit cards somewhere. 9. What color is the woman’s purse? A. Grey. B. Purple. C. Red. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. What does the woman work as? A. A teacher. B. A hotel servant. C. A shop assistant. 11. What does the man plan to do next? A. Get some fresh towels. B. Tidy up his room. C. Meet his friends. 12. What will the woman do after finishing tidying up? A. Take the plate out. B. Buy some breakfast. C. Change the sheets. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. What is the man’s reason for hardly doing exercise? A. Having no will. B. Finishing his demanding job. C. Having a heart attack. 14. What does Jacob Sattelmair probably work as? A. A doctor. B. A researcher. C. A nurse. 15. Why does the woman mention a new study? A. To offer the man encouragement. B. To recommend a form of exercise. C. To support her research findings. 16. How long will the man probably do exercise per week? A. About 300 minutes. B. About 115 minutes. C. About 60 minutes. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. What does the passage mainly talk about? A. A different form of hostels. B. The history and development of hostels. C. The reasons why hostels are popular. 18. Who liked to stay in a hostel many years ago? A. Walkers and hikers. B. Holidaymakers. C. Elderly tourists. 19. Why do most travelers choose hostels? A. The good traffic. B. The low price. C. The big space. 20. What is said about modern hostels? A. They have various services. B. They are mostly in the countryside. C. They offer free theater tickets for the customers. 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 Certain foods are linked to a higher risk of type 2 diabetes (糖尿病). But by making a few wise dietary choices, you might be able to bring down or stabilize your blood sugar. Porridge Consistently eating foods that are high in fat, low in fibre and with a high GI [glycaemic index (血糖指数)] can increase your diabetes risk. Oats are a low-fibre, low GI food — meaning they don’t cause sudden rises and drops in blood sugar — and contain healthy fats. Adding milk to your porridge increases the fat content, so choose skimmed (脱脂的) or soya milk. Blueberries Most fresh fruits have low GI scores, though levels go up as they ripen. Especially good if you’re hoping to avoid type 2 diabetes are blueberries, grapes and apples. These were associated with a lower risk of developing the condition in a 2023 American study, with blueberries coming out top of the table. Aim for three servings a week of these diabetes-friendly fruits — on your porridge perhaps. Overall, a diet high in fruits and vegetables is a must if you are committed to controlling blood sugar. Yogurt But, hang on, yogurt is a high-fat dairy product and to be avoided, right? Not necessarily. It’s high in fat, but a 2023 American study indicates it can lower the risk of type 2 diabetes. Plain yogurt has a low GI score. Choose the unflavoured, unsweetened variety or Greek yogurt over more sugary flavoured or sweetened yogurt. For more weekly health tips and stories, sign up for our newsletter at readersdigest.co.us. 1. What is the feature of foods that are low fibre and low GI? A. Containing as much fat as possible. B. Covering sugar-free fruits and vegetables. C. Keeping the overall balance of blood sugar. D. Helping blood pressure stay stable. 2. Which is the best fruit if you want to have a lower risk of type 2 diabetes? A. Apples. B. Grapes. C. Blueberries. D. Strawberries. 3. Which statement is true about yogurt? A. Greek yogurt has a low GI score. B. It can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes. C. Flavoured and sugary yogurt is the best choice. D. It’s low in fat and helpful for diabetic patients. 【答案】1. C 2. C 3. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了一些能够降低或稳定血糖的食物。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据Porridge中“Oats are a low-fibre, low GI food — meaning they don’t cause sudden rises and drops in blood sugar — and contain healthy fats. (燕麦是一种低纤维、低血糖指数的食物，这意味着它们不会引起血糖的突然上升和下降，并且含有健康的脂肪)”可知，低纤维和低血糖指数食物的特点是它们可以保持血糖的整体平衡，避免引起血糖的突升或突降。故选C项。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据Blueberries中“Especially good if you’re hoping to avoid type 2 diabetes are blueberries, grapes and apples. These were associated with a lower risk of developing the condition in a 2023 American study, with blueberries coming out top of the table. (如果你希望避免2型糖尿病，蓝莓、葡萄和苹果尤其好。在2023年美国的一项研究中，这些食物与患这种疾病的风险较低有关，其中蓝莓排名第一)”可知，如果想降低患2型糖尿病的风险，蓝莓是最好的水果。故选C项。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据Yogurt中第一段“Plain yogurt has a low GI score. Choose the unflavoured, unsweetened variety or Greek yogurt over more sugary flavoured or sweetened yogurt. (纯酸奶的血糖指数很低。选择原味、不加糖的酸奶或希腊酸奶，而不是含糖或加糖的酸奶)”可知，希腊酸奶的血糖指数很低。故选A项。 B Zhangye Danxia Landform, also known as Zhangye Danxia Geological Park or Rainbow Mountains, is a fantastic geological wonder located in the province of Gansu, China. It is world-famous for its unique and vibrant rock formations, which display a magnificent range of colors, looking like a vivid palette (调色板) of a painter’s masterpiece. This extraordinary landscape stretches across an area of approximately 510 square kilometers and is part of the larger Zhangye National Geopark. The Danxia Landform is characterized by its towering cliffs, deep valleys, and steep, multicolored rock formations, which have been shaped by millions of years of geological processes. The distinct coloring of the rocks is the result of various mineral deposits (沉淀物) that have been exposed through erosion over time. Layers of different colored sandstone and minerals, such as iron and trace minerals, create an amazing visual display of intense reds, oranges, yellows, greens, and blues. The interplay of light and shadows on these majestic formations adds to their surreal beauty, especially during sunrise and sunset. Zhangye Danxia Landform has gained global recognition and has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its awe-inspiring beauty attracts tourists, photographers, and nature enthusiasts from around the world, who come to witness this geological phenomenon and immerse themselves in the wonderful natural surroundings. Beyond its scenic charm, the landform also holds significant scientific value. Geologists and researchers are drawn to the site to study its unique geological formations and solve the mysteries of its creation. It serves as a living laboratory, providing valuable insights into the Earth’s geological history and the forces that shape our planet. Zhangye Danxia Landform stands as a piece of evidence of the remarkable beauty and diversity found in nature. Its vibrant colors, dramatic landscapes, and geological significance make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a profound connection with the natural world and a fascinating visual experience. 4. What has caused the formation of Zhangye Danxia Landform? A. The wisdom of the natives. B. The supernatural forces. C. The ecological uniqueness. D. The geological changes. 5. What does the underlined word “interplay” mean in Paragraph 3? A. Difference. B. Interaction. C. Comparison. D. Separation. 6. What do we know about Zhangye Danxia Landform according to the text? A. It enjoys widespread recognition only in China. B. It plays a key role in tourism and scientific research. C. Its multicolored rocks are the products of extreme weather. D. It is a must-see destination for its old and fascinating stories. 7. What’s the author’s purpose of writing the text? A. To call on people to protect Zhangye Danxia Landform. B. To give tips on how to appreciate Zhangye Danxia Landform. C To introduce the beauty and wonder of Zhangye Danxia Landform. D. To clear up long-held misunderstandings of Zhangye Danxia Landform. 【答案】4. D 5. B 6. B 7. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了位于中国甘肃省的张掖丹霞地貌，该地貌以其多彩的岩层和壮观的自然景观而著名。这些岩层展示了多种颜色，是由数百万年的地质作用和矿藏侵蚀形成的。张掖丹霞地貌不仅是世界文化遗产，吸引了游客和摄影师，还为地质学家提供了研究地球历史的宝贵资源。 【4题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中“The Danxia Landform is characterized by its towering cliffs, deep valleys, and steep, multicolored rock formations, which have been shaped by millions of years of geological processes. (丹霞地貌的特点是高耸的悬崖、深谷和陡峭的、五颜六色的岩层，这些都是经过数百万年的地质过程形成的)”可知，地质变化导致了张掖丹霞地貌的形成。故选D项。 【5题详解】 词句猜测题。根据画线词的下文“light and shadows on these majestic formations (这些雄伟的地貌上的光影)”和“adds to their surreal beauty, especially during sunrise and sunset (增添了它们超现实的美感，尤其是在日出和日落的时候)”可推知，能增添这种地貌超现实的美感的应该是光影的共同作用，画线词意思应该是“相互作用，相互影响”，与Interaction意思一致。故选B项。 【6题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段中“Its awe-inspiring beauty attracts tourists, photographers, and nature enthusiasts from around the world, who come to witness this geological phenomenon and immerse themselves in the wonderful natural surroundings. Beyond its scenic charm, the landform also holds significant scientific value. Geologists and researchers are drawn to the site to study its unique geological formations and solve the mysteries of its creation. (它令人敬畏的美丽吸引了来自世界各地的游客、摄影师和自然爱好者，他们来见证这一地质现象，并沉浸在美妙的自然环境中。除了它的风景魅力之外，它还具有重要的科学价值。地质学家和研究人员被吸引到这里来研究其独特的地质构造，并解开其形成的奥秘)”可知，张掖丹霞地貌既吸引着众多游客前来参观，也吸引着科学家们前来进行研究。由此可知，它在旅游和科学研究中发挥着关键作用。故选B项。 【7题详解】 推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是最后一段“Zhangye Danxia Landform stands as a piece of evidence of the remarkable beauty and diversity found in nature. Its vibrant colors, dramatic landscapes, and geological significance make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a profound connection with the natural world and a fascinating visual experience. (张掖丹霞地貌是自然界中发现的惊人的美丽和多样性的证据。它充满活力的色彩、引人注目的景观和地质意义，使它成为那些寻求与自然世界的深刻联系和令人着迷的视觉体验的人必须参观的目的地)”可知，文章围绕张掖丹霞地貌的多彩岩层和壮观的自然景观展开，并介绍了其形成的原因，以及旅游和科研意义。由此推知，作者的目的在于介绍张掖丹霞地貌的美丽与奇观。故选C项。 C Short-form video content has become more and more popular in recent years, with many platforms (平台) having a key influence. These short videos, usually from a few seconds to a few minutes in length, have caught the attention of millions of users all over the world. However, as our time spent on short-form video content continues to rise, it is important to understand its influence on our attention span (持续时间). Short-form video content is designed to catch attention quickly and provide information or entertainment in a short and easy manner. While this can do good in some cases, it can also lead to a phenomenon known as “continuous partial attention”. Continuous partial attention is the state of repeatedly dividing one’s attention among several tasks. When watching short-form videos, people are often taking part in other forms of media or distractions (分心的事物) on their devices like computers or smart phones at the same time, such as checking information on social media platforms. This too-often switching of attention can lead to a decrease in focus and concentration, finally impacting our ability to retain information and engage in deep thinking. A study found that people who watched short videos were less likely to remember the information compared to those who watched longer videos or took other forms of learning. The researchers thought that the limited length of short-form videos may not provide enough time for the brain to process and store information into long-term memory. This suggests that while short-form videos can be a useful tool for getting to know new concepts at the beginning, it may not be as effective for deep learning and remembering. To decrease the negative effects of short-form videos on attention span, platforms that consider quality more important than quantity should be developed. By providing content that is meaningful and interesting and that makes people think seriously, these platforms can encourage users to engage in more focused and intentional use of short-form video content. Additionally, individuals can take active steps to manage their own short-form video consumption, such as setting time limits or engaging in activities that promote deep thinking and concentration. 8. What mainly causes the phenomenon “continuous partial attention”? A. Enjoying short-form videos of too many topics. B. Watching only part of each video without finishing it. C. Changing attention frequently to other tasks on the devices. D. Viewing and listening at the same time while watching short-form videos. 9. What does the underlined word “retain” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A. Keep. B. Update. C. Recover. D. Process. 10. What can be done to reduce the harm of short-form videos on attention span? A. Turning to long-form videos intentionally. B. Preventing the application of short-form videos. C. Setting limits on the length of short-form videos. D. Promoting short-form videos encouraging deep thinking. 11. What is the author’s attitude towards short-form videos? A. Unclear. B. Careful. C. Supportive. D. Doubtful. 【答案】8. C 9. A 10. D 11. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇议论文，主要讨论了短视频对人们注意力持续时间的影响，以及如何减少短视频对注意力的负面影响。 【8题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第二段“Continuous partial attention is the state of repeatedly dividing one’s attention among several tasks. When watching short-form videos, people are often taking part in other forms of media or distractions (分心的事物) on their devices like computers or smart phones at the same time, such as checking information on social media platforms.”（“持续的部分注意力是指反复将注意力分散到几个任务上。当人们观看短视频时，他们通常会同时参与电脑或智能手机上的其他媒体或分心的事物，比如查看社交媒体平台上的信息。”）可知，人们在观看短视频的同时，常常会分心做其他事情，这种频繁切换注意力的行为导致了“持续的部分注意力”现象。故选C。 【9题详解】 词句猜测题。根据文章第二段“This too-often switching of attention can lead to a decrease in focus and concentration”（这种过于频繁的注意力切换会导致专注力和集中力的下降，）可知，这种过于频繁的注意力切换会导致专注力和集中力的下降，最终影响我们保留信息和进行深度思考的能力，因此，这里的“retain”应该是“保留”的意思。故选A。 【10题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“By providing content that is meaningful and interesting and that makes people think seriously, these platforms can encourage users to engage in more focused and intentional use of short-form video content. Additionally, individuals can take active steps to manage their own short-form video consumption, such as setting time limits or engaging in activities that promote deep thinking and concentration.”（ 通过提供有意义、有趣、让人认真思考的内容，这些平台可以鼓励用户更专注、更有意识地使用短视频内容。此外，个人可以采取积极措施来管理自己的短视频消费，例如设置时间限制或参与促进深度思考和集中注意力的活动）可知，推广鼓励深度思考的短视频减少短视频对注意力持续时间的危害。故选D。 【11题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“However, as our time spent on short-form video content continues to rise, it is important to understand its influence on our attention span (持续时间).”（ 然而，随着我们花在短视频内容上的时间不断增加，了解它对我们注意力持续时间的影响是很重要的）以及最后一段“To decrease the negative effects of short-form videos on attention span, platforms that consider quality more important than quantity should be developed.”（为了减少短视频对注意力持续时间的负面影响，应该开发质量比数量更重要的平台）可知，作者对短视频的态度是谨慎的。故选B。 D Emotions (情感) are an essential part of how we experience our world. We humans can express emotions by telling others how we feel — but what about animals? Since animals cannot tell us how they feel, how can we know whether they experience emotions? Researchers have only started to find out truth about this in the past few decades. The most easily noticeable reaction of an animal to an event is how it changes its behaviour. Humans often change facial expressions and gestures depending on whether we experience a pleasant event or not. If you look at your friends’ faces, you can often very quickly tell if they are happy, fearful, or angry. Animals show these characteristic facial expressions as well! So-called grimace scales (表情量表) for horses, pigs, sheep, rats, and cats have already been developed. For example, changes in ear position, the amount of visible eye white, and tension in the chewing muscles can indicate different levels of pain or fear in animals. Another example of animal behaviour that is linked to emotions involves vocalisations (发声), such as grunts, bleats, and moos, which can indicate stress in many species. We know this is true for humans too: imagine you are singing a song in front of many people; your voice might get shaky if you are nervous or experiencing stage fright. Researchers have found that the vocalisations of pigs, goats, and cows also change and get less harmonious when these animals are under stress. For example, when they are separated from the group, they produce the sound that indicates negative emotions The evidence of emotions in animals might encourage us to rethink the environments in which we keep the animals that are under our care — on farms, in zoos, or in our houses. If we can better understand how animals interact and react to their environments, we can ultimately improve these environments, and thus improve human-animal relationships. It must be our ethical goal to decrease the negative emotions these animals experience, as well as to increase their experience of positive emotions. 12. What is the text mainly about? A. The behavioural habits of animals. B. The emotional lives of animals. C. A study of human-animal relationships. D. Ways to improve emotional intelligence of animals. 13. What is the purpose of developing grimace scales? A. To make out how animals truly feel. B. To determine whether animals are hungry. C. To develop animals’ ability to show emotions. D. To measure different levels of happiness in animals 14. What can we know about animals’ vocalisations? A. Vocalisations are a clear sign of animals’ loneliness. B. Vocalisations are unique and natural in animals. C. Humans can get benefits from the vocalisations. D. Animals’ stress can be shown through the vocalisations. 15. Why is it important to understand how animals experience emotions? A. It makes the ties between humans and animals better. B. It helps animals adapt to new environments quickly. C. It decreases the positive emotions that animals experience. D. It improves the interaction between animals and their environments. 【答案】12. B 13. A 14. D 15. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了动物也有情感，并通过行为和声音等方式表达出来，人类应该更好地理解和关心动物的情感。 【12题详解】 主旨大意题。根据文章第一段“Emotions (情感) are an essential part of how we experience our world. We humans can express emotions by telling others how we feel—but what about animals? Since animals cannot tell us how they feel, how can we know whether they experience emotions?”（情感是我们体验世界的重要部分。我们人类可以通过告诉别人我们的感受来表达情感——但动物呢？既然动物不能告诉我们它们的感受，我们如何知道它们是否有情感？）可知，文章主要讲述的是动物的情感生活，故选B。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第二段“So-called grimace scales (表情量表) for horses, pigs, sheep, rats, and cats have already been developed. For example, changes in ear position, the amount of visible eye white, and tension in the chewing muscles can indicate different levels of pain or fear in animals.”（所谓的表情量表已经为马、猪、羊、鼠和猫等动物开发出来。例如，耳朵位置的变化、可见的眼白部分的数量以及咀嚼肌肉的紧张程度可以表明动物的疼痛或恐惧的不同程度。）可知，表情量表的开发是为了了解动物的真实感受，故选A。 【14题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Researchers have found that the vocalisations of pigs, goats, and cows also change and get less harmonious when these animals are under stress. For example, when they are separated from the group, they produce the sound that indicates negative emotions”（研究人员发现，当这些动物处于压力下时，猪、山羊和牛的发声也会发生变化，变得不那么和谐。例如，当它们被从群体中分离出来时，它们会发出表示负面情绪的声音。）可知，动物的压力可以通过它们的发声来表现，故选D。 【15题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“If we can better understand how animals interact and react to their environments, we can ultimately improve these environments, and thus improve human-animal relationships. It must be our ethical goal to decrease the negative emotions these animals experience, as well as to increase their experience of positive emotions.”（ 如果我们能更好地了解动物是如何相互作用和对环境做出反应的，我们就能最终改善这些环境，从而改善人类与动物的关系。我们的道德目标必须是减少这些动物所经历的负面情绪，同时增加它们所经历的积极情绪。）可知，为什么理解动物如何体验情感很重要是因为它使人与动物之间的关系更好。故选A。 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。 We can learn to be happy, but only get lasting benefits if we keep practising, a first-of-its-kind study has shown. The team behind the University of Bristol’s “Science of Happiness” course had already discovered something. ____16____. But their latest study found that the improvement in well-being (幸福) is short-lived unless the habits learnt on the course — such as gratitude, exercise, meditation (冥想静修) or journaling — are kept up over the long-term. Senior author Prof. Bruce Hood said, “____17____. We can’t expect to do one class and be fit forever. Just as with physical health, we have to continuously work on our mental health, otherwise the improvements are short.” ____18____. It involves no exams or coursework, and teaches students what the latest studies in psychology and neuroscience (神经科学) say really makes us happy. ____19____. But only those who continued the course learning kept that improved well-being when they were surveyed again two years on. Published in the journal Higher Education, it is the first to track well-being of students on a happiness course long after they have left the course. Prof. Hood said, “This study shows that just doing a course — be that at the gym, a meditation or on an evidence-based happiness course like ours — is just the start. ____20____.” Much of what we teach centers around positive psychology involvement that turns your attention away from yourself, by helping others, being with friends, gratitude or meditating. A. Stick to what you do B. It’s like going to the gym C. You must promise to use what you’ve learned on a regular basis D. Prof. Hood has put the “Science of Happiness” course into a new book E. Students who took the course reported a 10% to 15% improvement in well-being F. Teaching students the latest scientific studies on happiness created a marked improvement in their well-being G. Started in 2018, the University of Bristol’s “Science of Happiness” course was the first of its kind in the UK 【答案】16. F 17. B 18. G 19. E 20. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。一项史无前例的研究表明，我们可以学会快乐，但只有坚持练习才能获得持久的好处。 【16题详解】 根据上文“The team behind the University of Bristol’s “Science of Happiness” course had already discovered something.”（布里斯托大学的“幸福科学”课程背后的团队已经发现了一些东西。）可知，选项承接上文说明发现的内容是什么。故F选项“向学生讲授有关幸福的最新科学研究，显著提高了他们的幸福感。”切题。course呼应Teaching。故选F项。 【17题详解】 根据下文“We can’t expect to do one class and be fit forever. Just as with physical health, we have to continuously work on our mental health, otherwise the improvements are short.”（我们不能指望只上一节课就永远保持健康。就像身体健康一样，我们必须不断努力改善我们心理健康，否则改善是短暂的。）可知，这里将获得快乐比喻成了健身。故B选项“这就像去健身房一样。”切题。gym呼应be fit。故选B项。 【18题详解】 根据下文“It involves no exams or coursework, and teaches students what the latest studies in psychology and neuroscience (神经科学) say really makes us happy.”（它不涉及考试或课程，教给学生心理学和神经科学的最新研究表明真正能让我们快乐的东西。）可知，选项说明“幸福科学”课程的内容，所以上文也应该与课程有关。故G选项“布里斯托大学的“幸福科学”课程于2018年启动，是英国首个此类课程。”切题。故选G项。 【19题详解】 根据下文“But only those who continued the course learning kept that improved well-being when they were surveyed again two years on.”（但只有那些继续学习课程的人在两年后再次接受调查时保持了这种改善的幸福感。）可知，选项与上文为转折关系说明幸福感提高的情况。故E选项“参加这门课程的学生报告说，他们的幸福感提高了10%到15%。”切题。故选E项。 【20题详解】 根据上文“Prof. Hood said, “This study shows that just doing a course—be that at the gym, a meditation or on an evidence-based happiness course like ours—is just the start.”（胡德教授说：“这项研究表明，仅仅上一门课程——无论是在健身房、冥想还是像我们这样的循证幸福课程——只是一个开始。）可知，选项承接上文说明还应该怎么去做才能保持快乐。故C选项“你必须保证经常使用你所学的知识”切题。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四个选项中选出最佳选项。 In a small town surrounded by the mountains, there lived a man named Samuel. He spent his days alone, tending to his garden and ____21____ meeting others. But one winter’s night, a fierce snowstorm swept through the town, leaving many ____22____ without power or heat. Despite his lonely nature, Samuel couldn’t ignore the cries for help from the streets, so he went out bravely, ____23____ to help his neighbors. He found an elderly couple huddled (缩成一团) in their cold, dark home, ____24____ to keep warm. Samuel quickly lit a fire and brought blankets, ____25____ their comfort until help arrived. Next, he came across a family ____26____ in their car, unable to drive out of the icy roads. With his own truck and ____27____ of the area, Samuel ____28____ them safely back home. As morning came, the storm stopped. ____29____ neighbors came out of their homes, thanking Samuel for his help. But as they _____30_____ to celebrate, Samuel quietly walked away, leaving behind a sense of mystery. Weeks passed, and rumors (谣言) got around about the _____31_____ stranger who had generously given _____32_____. Some guessed he was a guardian angel, while others believed him to be a long-lost _____33_____ who returned to save the day. But the _____34_____ was far simpler yet equally surprising. Samuel wasn’t a hero or an angel; he was just a man who had once been lost in his own aloneness. And through helping others, he found a sense of purpose and _____35_____ he had long been searching for. 21. A. involving B. avoiding C. minding D. appreciating 22. A. in relief B. in sight C. in difficulty D. in place 23. A. determining B. hesitating C. bothering D. agreeing 24. A. managing B. whispering C. struggling D. demanding 25. A. finding B. seeking C. inspiring D. ensuring 26. A. seated B. lost C. stuck D. engaged 27. A. foundation B. knowledge C. opinion D. aspect 28. A. guided B. caused C. designed D. undertook 29. A. Hopeful B. Concerned C. Grateful D. Curious 30. A. gathered B. danced C. proceeded D. calmed 31. A. light-hearted B. mysterious C. quick-minded D. awesome 32. A. guidance B. hope C. heart D. help 33. A. fighter B. god C. superman D. hero 34. A. story B. truth C. promise D. news 35. A. belonging B. humor C. touch D. beauty 【答案】21. B 22. C 23. A 24. C 25. D 26. C 27. B 28. A 29. C 30. A 31. B 32. D 33. D 34. B 35. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了Samuel是一个生性孤独的人，平日里只打理花园，不与人交往。一场暴风雪导致小镇陷入困境，Samuel勇敢地出门帮助邻居，为一对老夫妇生火取暖，并引导一个被困的家庭安全回家。暴风雪过后，邻居们感激他的帮助，但他选择默默离开。镇上流传着关于他的神秘传说，而实际上，Samuel只是一个曾经迷失在孤独中的人，通过这次经历他找到了自己的使命感和归属感。 【21题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：他整日独自一人，打理花园，避免与人交往。A. involving涉及；B. avoiding避免；C. minding注意；D. appreciating欣赏。根据下文“Despite his lonely nature”可知，Samuel生性孤独，因此会避免与人交往。故选B。 【22题详解】 考查介词短语辨析。句意：但一个冬天的晚上，一场猛烈的暴风雪席卷了整个城镇，使许多人陷入困境，没有电也没有暖气。A. in relief松了一口气；B. in sight在视线内；C. in difficulty陷入困境；D. in place在适当的位置。根据上文“a fierce snowstorm swept through the town”和下文“without power or heat”可知，猛烈的暴风雪席卷了整个城镇，导致很多人没有电也没有暖气，因此是陷入困境。故选C。 【23题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：尽管Samuel生性孤独，但他不能忽视街上的呼救声，所以他勇敢地走出去，决定帮助他的邻居。A. determining决定；B. hesitating犹豫；C. bothering打扰；D. agreeing同意。根据上文“Despite his lonely nature, Samuel couldn’t ignore the cries for help from the streets, so he went out bravely”可知，生性孤独的Samuel，不忍街上的呼救声，勇敢地走出家门，因此是决定帮助他的邻居。故选A。 【24题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：他发现一对老夫妇蜷缩在又冷又黑的家里，挣扎着取暖。A. managing管理；B. whispering低语；C. struggling挣扎；D. demanding要求。根据上文“an elderly couple huddled (缩成一团) in their cold, dark home”可知，这对老夫妇蜷缩在又冷又黑的家里，因此是挣扎着取暖。故选C。 【25题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：Samuel很快生了一堆火，拿来毯子，确保他们在救援到来之前感到舒适。A. finding找到；B. seeking寻求；C. inspiring鼓舞；D. ensuring确保。根据上文“Samuel quickly lit a fire and brought blankets”可知，Samuel生了一堆火，拿来毯子，这样做是为了确保他们感到舒适。故选D。 【26题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：接下来，他遇到了一个被困在车里的家庭，他们无法把车开出结冰的道路。A. seated就座的；B. lost迷路的；C. stuck卡住的；D. engaged忙的。根据上文“a fierce snowstorm swept through the town”和下文“unable to drive out of the icy roads”可推知，因为暴风雪席卷了整个城镇，他们被困在车里，无法把车开出结冰的道路。故选C。 【27题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：Samuel凭借自己的卡车和对该地区的了解，引导他们安全地回了家。A. foundation基础；B. knowledge了解；C. opinion意见；D. aspect方面。根据下文“Samuel ____8____ them safely back home”可知，Samuel帮助他们安全地回了家，因此凭借的应该是对该地区的了解。故选B。 【28题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：Samuel凭借自己的卡车和对该地区的了解，引导他们安全地回了家。A. guided引导；B. caused引起；C. designed设计；D. undertook承担。根据上文“With his own truck”和下文“them safely back home”可推知，Samuel用自己的卡车引导着他们安全地回了家。故选A。 【29题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：邻居们感激地从家里出来，感谢Samuel的帮助。A. Hopeful有希望的；B. Concerned关心的；C. Grateful感激的；D. Curious好奇的。根据下文“thanking Samuel for his help”可知，邻居们感谢Samuel的帮助，因此是充满感激的。故选C。 【30题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：但当他们聚在一起庆祝时，Samuel静静地走开了，留下了一种神秘感。A. gathered聚集；B. danced跳舞；C. proceeded进行；D. calmed平静下来。根据下文“to celebrate, Samuel quietly walked away”可知，他们在庆祝时，Samuel静静地走开了，由此推知，他们是聚在一起庆祝。故选A。 【31题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：几个星期过去了，关于那个慷慨助人的神秘陌生人的谣言四处流传。A. light-hearted轻松的；B. mysterious神秘的；C. quick-minded机智的；D. awesome令人敬畏的。根据上文“Samuel quietly walked away, leaving behind a sense of mystery”可知，Samuel静静地走开了，留下了一种神秘感，因此大家对他的印象是神秘陌生人。故选B。 【32题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：几个星期过去了，关于那个慷慨助人的神秘陌生人的谣言四处流传。A. guidance指导；B. hope希望；C. heart心；D. help帮助。根据上文叙述的Samuel帮助老夫妇取暖，帮助一个被困在车里的家庭安全回家可知，他慷慨助人。故选D。 【33题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：一些人猜测他是守护天使，而另一些人则认为他是一位久违的英雄，他回来拯救世界。A. fighter战士；B. god神；C. superman超人；D. hero英雄。根据下文“Samuel wasn’t a hero or an angel”可知，另一些人猜测他是久违的英雄。故选D。 【34题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：但事实要简单得多，但同样令人惊讶。A. story故事；B. truth真相；C. promise承诺；D. news新闻。根据下文“Samuel wasn’t a hero or an angel; he was just a man who had once been lost in his own aloneness.”可知，此处是引出有关Samuel的真相。故选B。 【35题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：通过帮助他人，他找到了他一直在寻找的使命感和归属感。A. belonging归属；B. humor幽默；C. touch触感；D. beauty美丽。根据上文“And through helping others, he found a sense of purpose”可推知，帮助他人可以帮人找到的是使命感和归属感。故选A。 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。 Tianshui in Northwest China’s Gansu Province is sweeping social media with ____36____ (it) local street dish malatang, literally (字面上) “numbingly spicy soup”, a one-pot noodle soup with hotpot flavor. This narrow province runs ____37____ Northwest China to Central China. Thanks to the ancient Silk Road spices and the Central Asian food ____38____ (prefer) for lamb and beef had a major influence on local food, ____39____ (make) Gansu cuisine a mixture of East and West. Recently, many malatang restaurants ____40____ (extend) their opening hours to satisfy the increasing number of the customers arriving from all over the country. The growing ____41____ (popular) of this kind of street food can also be reflected in the main ingredient (原料), the Gangu chili pepper, ____42____ is grown in Gangu County, a place well-known as the “Hometown of Chili Peppers” in China. This food craze (狂热) has ____43____ (huge) promoted tourism in Tianshui. Data shows that as of Thursday, related searches for Tianshui travel have increased 186 percent ____44____ (compare) with last week. The city government even held a “malatang carnival (狂欢节)”, during which _____45_____ total of eight activities were introduced to help visitors learn about the city and its cuisine. 【答案】36. its 37. from 38. preference 39. making 40. have extended 41. popularity 42. which 43. hugely 44. compared 45. a 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了甘肃天水麻辣烫受欢迎的情况。 【36题详解】 考查代词。句意：中国西北部甘肃省天水市的当地街头小吃麻辣烫席卷了社交媒体，麻辣烫字面意思是“使人发麻的辣汤”，是一种有火锅味道的一锅面汤。修饰名词malatang应用形容词性物主代词its作定语。故填its。 【37题详解】 考查介词。句意：这个狭窄的省份从中国西北部延伸到中国中部。短语from…to…表示“从……到……”。故填from。 【38题详解】 考查名词。句意：由于古丝绸之路，香料和中亚人对羊肉和牛肉的偏好对当地食物产生了重大影响，使甘肃菜成为东西方的混合体。作主语应用名词preference，不可数。故填preference。 【39题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：由于古丝绸之路，香料和中亚人对羊肉和牛肉的偏好对当地食物产生了重大影响，使甘肃菜成为东西方的混合体。该空后内容是前句造成的意料之中的结果，make用现在分词形式作结果状语。故填making。 【40题详解】 考查时态。句意：最近，许多麻辣烫餐厅都延长了营业时间，以满足越来越多的来自全国各地的顾客。根据上文Recently可知，谓语动词extend为现在完成时，主语为restaurants，助动词用have。故填have extended。 【41题详解】 考查名词。句意：这种街头小吃越来越受欢迎，也可以从它的主料——甘谷辣椒上反映出来，甘谷辣椒生长在中国著名的“辣椒之乡”——甘谷县。作主语，应用名词popularity，不可数。故填popularity。 【42题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：这种街头小吃越来越受欢迎，也可以从它的主料——甘谷辣椒上反映出来，甘谷辣椒生长在中国著名的“辣椒之乡”——甘谷县。非限制性定语从句修饰先行词Gangu chili pepper，指物，关系词替代先行词在从句中作主语，用关系代词which。故填which。 【43题详解】 考查副词。句意：这股美食热极大地促进了天水的旅游业。修饰动词promote应用副词hugely作状语，故填hugely。 【44题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：数据显示，截至周四，天水旅游的相关搜索量比上周增长了186%。短语be compared with表示“和……比较”，过去分词作状语。故填compared。 【45题详解】 考查冠词。句意：市政府甚至举办了一场“麻辣烫狂欢节”，期间共介绍了八项活动，以帮助游客了解这座城市和它的美食。短语a total of表示“总共”。故填a。 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 假定你是李华，下周你们学校将举办主题为“用英语讲好中国故事（Share Chinese stories in English）”的英语文化艺术节。为此，你校学生会面向全校征集活动赛事提议。请你写一封邮件，内容包括：1. 推荐赛事；2. 你的理由；3. 预祝比赛成功。 参考词汇：the Festival of English Arts and Culture 英语文化艺术节 注意：1. 写作词数应为80个左右；2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Student Union, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 【答案】Dear Student Union, Learning that next week will witness the Festival of English Arts and Culture themed “Share Chinese stories in English”, I would like to offer some suggestions. Personally a Chinese idiom storytelling competition will be an excellent choice, in which students can share educational stories behind various idioms. Additionally, I highly recommend holding a poster design contest featuring Chinese fables. Not only will these competitions arouse students’ interest to engage in them, but also strengthen participants’ oral and written English skills. Moreover, we students can raise awareness of protecting and carrying forward traditional Chinese culture. Wish the festival a huge success! Yours, Li Hua 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。下周考生所在学校将举办主题为“用英语讲好中国故事（Share Chinese stories in English）”的英语文化艺术节。为此，你校学生会面向全校征集活动赛事提议。 【详解】1.词汇积累 提供：offer→provide 比赛：competition→match 传统的：traditional→conventional 举行：hold→throw 2.句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：Additionally, I highly recommend holding a poster design contest featuring Chinese fables. 拓展句：Additionally, I highly recommend that you should hold a poster design contest featuring Chinese fables. 【点睛】【高分句型1】Personally, a Chinese idiom storytelling competition will be an excellent choice, in which students can share educational stories behind various idioms.（运用了in which引导的非限制性定语从句） 【高分句型2】Not only will these competitions arouse students’ interest to engage in them, but also strengthen participants’ oral and written English skills.（运用了部分倒装句） 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。 Some kids play sports, some love attending parties and others are computer masters. Me? I have the spelling bee (拼词比赛). The bee is my World Cup. I trained every day as soon as I returned home after school, the dictionary pages dancing softly in the light wind. I built up my muscle (once I spelled it m-u-s-u-1-e… so embarrassing!) carrying around my friend Oxford dictionary. I laughed in the face of difficult words in the spelling test. For example, “Serendipitous”. Please. That was so fourth grade. As soon as I opened my eyes on Friday morning, I felt the hairs on my arm stood up. I looked at my alarm clock—it was only 6:27. I usually woke up at 7:01, which meant I had an extra thirty-four minutes to study before going to school to attend today’s spelling bee contest. My stomach felt like it was filled with a flock of flamingos (火烈鸟) dancing a fandango (f-a-n-d-a-n-g-o-h, I spelled wrongly a month ago). To calm down, I reminded myself that I was one of the best spellers in my class. Even though I was not ambitious enough to want to go to the National Spelling Bee—I just wanted to win the bee at our school. I could beat my arch-enemy (死敌), Nathan. Nathan thought he was a better speller than me, but he didn’t even study words. He just read tons of huge science and math books. I could say safely that Nathan and I had nothing in common except being good spellers, but since he was a good speller without even trying, it didn’t count. I bet if you gave Nathan a literature word like “denouement” (it took me FOREVER to remember that one), he’d be out on the first round. 注意：1. 续写词数应为150个左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 I went downstairs, only to find Dad was already up, reading a newspaper. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Finally came the contest. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】I went downstairs, only to find Dad was already up, reading a newspaper. “Morning, Dad, you are so early.” I greeted him. Dad looked up from his newspaper, saying, “Morning! How about us doing some practices for today’s spelling contest?” Hearing this, I nearly jumped up, since for a spelling bee, nothing could bring me more calmness. With Dad raising questions, I spelt every word correctly, even one word with 13 letters. Not only did it hugely lift my spirits, but also surely relieved my anxiety. Well prepared for the contest. I went to school in a light mood. Finally came the contest. All competitors were on the stage under the gaze of students and teachers. Slightly nervous as I was, I quickly found some inner peace. Several rounds later, only Nathan and I were left and there were only two more chances. “Rhetoric,” said the host and everyone present held their breath, including me. “R-e-t-o-r-i-c.” spelled Nathan. “I am sorry. Nathan. If your competitor answered next question correctly, she would win.” Anxious but slightly delighted. I listened carefully for my word. “Mathematician!” “M-a-t-h-e-m-a-t-i-c-i-a-n.” I was able to spell it even though I was not into math at all. At this moment, the audience broke into deafening applause. 【解析】 【导语】本文以拼字比赛为线索，讲述了作者非常重视拼字比赛，尤其在比赛前的早晨，作者提前醒来，利用额外的时间复习单词，以平复内心的紧张情绪，作者的目标是在学校的拼字比赛中胜出，以此打败主要竞争对手纳森。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“我下了楼，却发现爸爸已经起来看报纸了。”可知，第一段可描写作者的父亲询问了拼写比赛，爸爸提出了一些问题，作者都答对了，这极大地振奋了作者的精神，也减轻了作恶和的焦虑，作者高兴地去上学了。 ②由第二段首句内容“比赛终于开始了”可知，第二段可描写最后只剩下作者和纳森，以及作者的表现，最终赢得胜利。 2.续写线索：父亲询问——父亲提出问题——作者对答如流————振奋了作者的精神——高兴去上学——剩下了作者和纳森——作者表现出色——赢得掌声 3词汇激活 行为类 包括：include/involve 爆发出震耳欲聋的掌声：break into deafening applause /burst into deafening applause 发现：find /spot 能做某事：be capable to do sth/be capable of doing sth 情绪类 高兴的：delighted/pleased 镇静：calmness/ composure 【点睛】[高分句型1] Slightly nervous as I was, I quickly found some inner peace. (运用了as引导的让步状语从句和部分倒装句) [高分句型2] Not only did it hugely lift my spirits, but also surely relieved my anxiety. (运用了部分倒装句) 听力1～5. ABCBB 6～10. CBACB 11～15. 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