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临沭一中2024-2025学年高三上学期10月份教学质量检测 英语 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。 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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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. What seems to be the woman’s problem? A. She failed to contact the bank manager. B. She got her bank card stuck in the ATM. C. She can’t operate the machine. 2. When will the play show? A. On the 15th. B. On the 16th. C. On the 17th. 3. What will the woman do next? A. Park her car. B. Look at the stars. C. Fetch the telescope. 4. Why is the boy unhappy? A. He feels lonely. B. He missed his flight. C. He’s worried about his parents. 5. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. Their favorite scientists. B. The old math books. C. The new science books. 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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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 the relationship between the speakers? A. Brother and sister. B. Husband and wife. C. Co- workers. 7. What does the woman offer to do? A. Give the man two tickets. B. Book tickets for the man. C. Watch a movie with the man. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. Where does the conversation take place? A. At home. B. In an office. C. In a park. 9. How was the weather on the man’s way home from work? A. Cloudy. B. Rainy. C. Windy. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. Where will the event be held? A. At a café. B. At a school. C. At a gallery. 11. What is the woman? A. A student. B. An artist. C. A teacher. 12. What does the man plan to do on July 21? A. Learn papercut. B. Play football. C. Watch a game. 听第9段材料，回答第13 至 16题。 13. Why does the woman want to sell the stuff? A. To spare room for furniture. B. To turn them into cash. C. To clean up the house. 14. What does the woman say about Bob? A. He has a problem with the ad. B. He can make a quick sale. C. He is kind and helpful. 15. What is the man’s opinion about Newsday’s service? A. Excellent. B. Unfriendly. C. Expensive. 16. What are the speakers going to do next? A. Write an ad. B. Make a call. C. Go to a market. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. Who can attend the comedy clubs? A. A child aged 3. B. A teenager aged 16. C. An adult aged 30. 18. What does the speaker think of John Winterson’s act? A. It was strange. B. It was successful. C. It was unpopular. 19. What do the classes teach young people to do? A. Tell jokes on stage. B. Organize parties. C. Perform magic. 20. Why does the speaker give the speech? A. To encourage the comedians. B. To advertise a comedy company. C. To inform people of seeing performances. 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 Choice of Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAS) German Swiss International School (GSIS) has established itself as a top international school in Hong Kong, providing a diverse range of clubs and activities to enable our students to acquire new skills, explore new areas of interest, and develop their talents. Our after-school programmes include both chargeable overseas activities (OAs) and non-chargeable afternoon activities (AAs). DISCOVERYWEEK During one week in the Autumn term, students engage in a specially designed programme of activities aimed at pushing their boundaries. For Senior 1, this needs residential camps located in Hong Kong, Mainland, Germany or Swiss. Senior 2, participate in a range of overseas trips, allowing them to engage in service activities like house building in Cambodia, coral conservation in the Philippines, and adventure hikes in Nepal. Educational Objectives: life skills such as teamwork, organization, and independence Admissions Condition: registered volunteers for Senior 2 Activity Type: OA ARTS We provide an opportunity for students to express themselves in unique and powerful ways through painting, drawing, sculpting, acting, or playing an instrument. Students can discover their passions in order to develop a deeper aesthetic (美学) appreciation and gain a greater understanding of their cultural significance. Educational Objectives: creativity and courage to explore and express Admissions Condition: a personal mouthpiece for the wind instrument Activity Type: AA SPORTS Our diverse sports programme offers a variety of physical activities, from traditional sports such as football, tennis, cricket, hockey, and netball to specialized activities like gymnastics, fencing, touch rugby, and more. We also recognize the importance of non-competitive activities, which promotes physical fitness and stress relief. Educational Objectives: confidence, team spirit, concentration and perseverance Admissions Condition: students of all skill levels without chronic diseases Activity Type: AA LEADERSHIPAND SERVICE GSIS believes that every student has the potential to be a leader and we provide numerous platforms for students to grow and develop their leadership skills. Students can become Head Students, Deputy Student Heads, House Captains, or participate in the student- run Academic Societies and the Global Initiatives Group. Educational Objectives: confidence, responsibility and dedication to service and leadership Admissions Condition: Class Representatives first Activity Type: OA & AA 1. Which ECAS aim to improve team spirit? A. DISCOVERY WEEK & ARTS. B. DISCOVERY WEEK & SPORTS. C. ARTS & SPORTS. D. SPORTS & LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE. 2. How can participants in ARTS better understand cultural significance? A. By expressing themselves. B. By discovering their passions. C. By developing art appreciation. D. By being encouraged to explore. 3. What do the four ECAS have in common? A. They charge high fees. B. They are for experienced participants. C. They share the same organizers. D. They are scheduled for the Autumn term. B Lindsey Stallworth, a high school student from Alabama, is on her way to a promising career in paleontology (古生物学) due to an unexpected discovery on family property. For years, she had been collecting fossils on their land in Monroe County, unaware of significant scientific value. However, her teacher at the Alabama School of Math and Science, Dr. Andrew Gentry, a paleontologist himself, took an interest when she showed him her collection. “Upon examining the fossil shark teeth Lindsey presented, I quickly identified one and became eager to learn about its origin,” said Andrew. Lindsey guided her teacher through the rural area where she had unearthed various relics, including shark teeth. Before long, they encountered an especially significant find on the grounds: a large bone from a 34-million-year-old whale skeleton! This led the pair to launch the huge project of uncovering the rest of the bones. After two months of hard work, they’ve managed to find the animal’s skull (颅骨). “Assuming the entire skeleton is present, it may require several years for us to have the entire animal back in the lab,” Andrew explained. Lindsey secured a research scholarship to persist in her fossil-digging expeditions alongside her instructor. Her enthusiasm for the project was at an all-time high, though she had never imagined a childhood pastime would lead her down this road. “We would go out and pick up shark teeth and fossil shells, but we never knew anyone that could tell us anything about them,” she recalled. “We just thought they were cool.” “The Research Fellows Program allows Lindsey to gain real-world experience in scientific research and even present that research at professional conferences,” Andrew said. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for a high school student to stand out when applying to college and maybe even discover a new career path.” 4. Why was Andrew fascinated by Lindsey’s finds? A He had a personal interest in geography. B. He recognized the significance of one fossil. C. He was hoping to be financially independent. D. He wanted to start a paleontology club at school. 5. What inspired Andrew and Lindsey to start a fossil uncovering project? A. A primitive whale’s bone. B. Some fossil shells. C. An animal’s skull. D. Some shark teeth. 6. Which of the following best describes Andrew and Lindsey’s project? A. Risky but interesting. B. Dangerous but rewarding. C Demanding but motivating. D. Boring but groundbreaking. 7. What is the last paragraph mainly about? A. The unexpected joy of discovering fossils. B. The additional benefits of applying to college. C. Lindsey’s potential to become a high school teacher. D. Lindsey’s unique opportunities for future development. C Soon, every seat on an airplane could be a window seat! New concept designs are revealing how travelers will be able to gaze at the stars above in future airplanes. Aerospace giant Airbus is showing off its vision of next-gen cabins, which include an all-round view of clouds as you jet through them. The Airspace Cabin Vision 2035+ concept also lets passengers tap on smart interactive windows that show travel time and let you explore your destination city. The French company also says passengers will enjoy a greater choice of meals thanks to new pre-ordering concepts. They believe that, by collecting your meal at the gate, food and packaging waste could be reduced by up to 15 percent. The company explains their ethos is “to reduce emissions at heart”. “Right now, research shows the cabin can contribute between 10% and 20% to the aircraft’s overall environmental impact during its lifecycle,” Airbus officials write. “Putting a focus on reducing this, Airbus brought together ten airlines and eight technology companies to feed into a vision that rethinks the way the cabin should look and feel, maintaining superior passenger comfort.” Airbus found that one of the biggest levers (手段) in the cabin for reducing emissions is lightweight solutions. To achieve this, efforts should be focused on creating lighter “bionic designs” that will help reduce cabin weight by up to 40 percent. “As the world shifts to a more circular (循环的) economy, we are rethinking the materials used inside the cabin so they’re able to be recycled, reused and repaired during their lifecycle. This is also a key part of the 2035+ vision,” Airbus officials explain. “Cabin lining and components will be developed for current aircraft using new materials and a complete introduction of these will be rolled out with the next generation aircraft.” 8. What can we know about the next-gen cabins from the first two paragraphs? A. They will be made of glasses. B. They will shorten travel time greatly. C. They will reduce food waste to some extent. D. They will provide whatever food passengers want. 9. What does the underlined word “ethos” in paragraph 2 probably mean? A. Advice. B. Fer. C. Loss. D. Idea. 10. What can be inferred about the future materials used inside the cabin? A. They are cheaper. B. They are more eco-friendly. C. They are more convenient. D. They are more available. 11. What is the purpose of the passage? A. To advertise some new flights. B. To call on people to live a greener life. C. To introduce new design ideas of a plane. D. To explain how to make planes smarter. D Is modern fruit cultivated (培育) to be sweeter than in the past? The short answer is yes, though the longer answer is more complicated. Some of the most powerful evidence that fruit is sweeter than before comes from zoos. In 2018, it was reported that Melboume Zoo in Australia had stopped giving fruit to most of its animals because cultivated fruit was now so sweet that it was causing tooth decay (蛀牙) and weight gain. The monkeys at the zoo were provided with a lower-sugar vegetable-based diet instead of bananas. Among fruit cultivators, the word “quality” is now routinely used as an equal for “high in sugar” (though firmness, color and size are also considerations). In 2010, in an article looking at ways to enhance the sweetness of fruit using “molecuiar (分子的) approaches”, a group of plant scientists of the Republic of Korea wrote that “in general, the sugar content” of many fruits is now higher than before “owing to continuous selection and breeding”. Modern apple varieties, the scientists noted, were on average sweeter than older ones. Cultivation isn’t the only reason that modern fruit is sweeter; there’s also climate change. Research from Japan found that since the 1970s, with rising temperatures, Fuji apples (which were already a sweet variety) have become significantly sweeter and softer. The lead researcher, Toshihoko Sugiura, said that “if you could taste an apple harvested 30 years ago, you would feel the difference”. It is sometimes claimed that the sweetness of modern fruit is not due to higher sugar content so much as the fact that the bitterness and sourness of wild fruit have been steadily cultivated out of it. There’s a grain — but only a grain — of truth in this. Studies of wild apples do indeed suggest that some ancient varieties were just as high in sugar as a modern Pink Lady or Honeycrisp. The difference is that there was much wider variation in sugar content across wild apples, whereas the modern supermarket apple seldom drops below a certain level of sweetness. 12. Why did Melbourne Zoo stop giving fruit to most of its animals? A. The animals preferred a vegetable- based diet. B. Modern fruit did great harm to animals’ teeth. C. The sugar content of modern fruit is lower than before. D. The flavor of modern fruit was not good for the animals. 13. What can we learn from paragraph 3? A. The sugar content is breeders’ first priority. B. Sweeter fruits are just a result of natural selection. C. The sweetness of modern apples is equal to the average of older ones. D. Molecular approaches are adopted to add the sweetness of modern fruit. 14. What do studies of wild apples in the last paragraph suggest? A. Apples of old species tasted less sweet. B. The sugar content of wild apples varied greatly. C. The sweetness of modern apples is of the same level. D. Fruit is sweet because bitterness in it has disappeared. 15. What’s the best title for this passage? A. Modern or Old: Which Is Better? B. Modern Fruit: Sweetness Is Quality. C. Fruit Is Sweeter: It’s Not a Misconception. D. Melbourne Zoo: Animals Stop Eating Fruits. 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。 Solar energy has emerged as a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way to power homes and businesses. If you’re considering going solar, Amazon offers a convenient platform to purchase solar panels (太阳能板) and related equipment. ____16____ To help you make an informed decision, here are some essential tips for choosing the best solar panels. ____17____ Before diving into the world of solar panels, it’s crucial to understand your energy needs. Calculate your daily and monthly energy consumption to determine the size of the solar panel system you’ll need. Knowing your energy requirements will allow you to select the right number of panels. For those looking for portable solar kits, the EF EcoFlow is one of the recommended options. However, when going for the whole house, you need to calculate your home needs first. Consider your budget. ____18____ Set a budget for your solar project, including installation costs and any potential cost. This budget will help narrow down your options and ensure that you find solar panels that are both cost-effective and meet your energy requirements. Research solar panel types. There are two main types of solar panels available on the market: monocrystalline (单晶) and polycrystalline (多晶). Monocrystalline panels are known for their higher efficiency, but they are generally more expensive. Polycrystalline panels are more budget-friendly and offer slightly lower efficiency but are still effective. ____19____ Choosing the best solar panels on Amazon requires careful consideration of various factors, from your energy needs and budget to the panel’s efficiency and manufacturer’s reputation. ____20____ By following these tips, you can make an informed choice that not only benefits your wallet but also the environment. A. Evaluate customer support. B. Determine your energy requirements. C. It’s essential to do your homework before making your decision. D. Solar panel prices can vary widely depending on the brand, technology, and efficiency. E. Research the advantages and disadvantages of each to determine which one is best suited for you. F. However, with so many options available, selecting the best solar panels can be a tiring task. G. Comparing the prices of different solar panels can help identify the best value for your budget. 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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 My initial interest in natural medicine started at a young age. Some Western health professionals ____21____ that I had several chronic (慢性的) illnesses. I was told I would ____22____ prescription (处方) medicine for the rest of my life, but I didn’t see that as the only ____23____. Things worked out well. Through the right nutrition and supplementation (补剂), I got the desired ____24____ with the help of natural medicine. Eventually, I ____25____ all prescription medicine within eight months. This ____26____ me to dive deep into Chinese medicine. Chinese medicine looks at the body’s system as a ____27____. When the entire system is in balance, excellent health occurs. When diseases arise, this comes often from one or more elements that aren’t functioning ____28____. That can be from either externally or internally. My own experience opened up an entirely new ____29____ to me. This is a key ______30______ from Western medicine. Western medicine usually ______31______ a particular part of our body’s function. It is less ______32______ for chronic health problems. There is ______33______ a place for Western medicine, but we need more education around how we can ______34______our overall well-being. I desire to take the teachings of natural medicine to more people in a world where we count so heavily on a quick ______35______ rather than solving problems at root when it comes to our health. 21. A. recalled B. calculated C. confirmed D. whispered 22. A. apply for B. pay for C. check on D. rely on 23. A. focus B. option C. burden D. misfortune 24. A. essence B. practice C. appeal D. result 25. A. quit B. researched C. tried D. obtained 26. A. sponsored B. reminded C. inspired D. required 27. A. whole B. signal C. concept D. subject 28. A. physically B. steadily C. normally D. rapidly 29. A. chapter B. world C. era D. account 30. A. difference B. challenge C. benefit D. contribution 31. A. advocates B. uses C. transforms D. handles 32. A. harmful B. effective C. flexible D. extraordinary 33. A. gradually B. eventually C. absolutely D. temporarily 34. A. ensure B. influence C. define D. evaluate 35. A. reply B. fix C. change D. decision 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。 An exhibition titled “Learn from the Past and Know the Future: China’s Archaeological (考古学的) Achievements in the New Era” is taking place at the National Museum of China. Nearly 400 of the most recently ____36____ (unearth) cultural relics from the collections of 43 museums and archaeological institutions are ____37____ (current) on display. The exhibits cover a wide range of periods ____38____ include a variety of fields. The exhibition vividly describes the history of human origins, the ____39____ (form) of Chinese civilization and its development within the boundaries of China. One striking part of the exhibition is the hand axes (斧), ____40____ are fundamental tools that were created and used by early humans. They are characterized by both their aesthetic (美学的) and practical ____41____ (function). Bronzeware is another eye-catching part of the exhibition. A bronze box ____42____ Yuncheng, Shanxi Province that ____43____ (date) back to the Spring and Autumn period is famous for its elegant design. And a string-patterned stove vividly reflects the significant role that the Silk Road played in ____44____ (connect) China with the world. It is also worth noting that the design of the exhibition hall was inspired by the unique spatial (空间的) structures of the archaeological sites, offering audiences the chance ____45____ (understand) the relationship between archaeological work and its outcomes better. 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，上周五你校组织了校园农场的丰收活动。请你给新西兰朋友Leo写一封邮件分享这次经历，内容包括: 1. 丰收场景； 2. 你的感想。 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。 Dear Leo, I’m writing to share with you a harvesting activity on our campus farm last Friday. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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。  People say there seems to be so much negativity in this world, but there are good people out there and sometimes we are made aware of them when we least expect it. My family had been planning a yard sale for several weeks. Our five-year-old son, Braxton, asked if he could set up a lemonade (柠檬水) stand during the yard sale. He wanted to make a little money and save up to buy a set of Lego bricks, which might add up to $100. “I will earn it myself!” he declared proudly. He had been talking about it almost non-stop and couldn’t wait for the day to finally arrive. Two days ago, we put up the sign “Yard Sale” in front of the driveway, telling neighbors about the time and items. On the very day, Braxton woke up early at 6:00 am and couldn’t hide his excitement. After setting everything out for the yard sale, he made the lemonade and baked some cookies to begin his business adventure. After about an hour or more we had several customers, but Braxton still had not sold any lemonade. He was a little sad. Then a young woman walked up with her baby to browse the items. While making small talk, we told her about Braxton’s plan to save his money for his little dream. She then selected a couple of baby toys for just $6 and paid with a $10 bill. “Keep the change, boy!” she said gently. Braxton offered to give her the lemonade and cookies he made. He couldn’t have been happier to receive his first little bit of money for the day. The woman left with the baby toys, the lemonade and some cookies. We didn’t give it much thought after that, but the story didn’t end there. 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。 Several minutes passed and the woman returned. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Holding the envelope and the bill, we were so moved. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 临沭一中2024-2025学年高三上学期10月份教学质量检测 英语 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。 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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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. What seems to be the woman’s problem? A. She failed to contact the bank manager. B. She got her bank card stuck in the ATM. C. She can’t operate the machine. 2. When will the play show? A. On the 15th. B. On the 16th. C. On the 17th. 3. What will the woman do next? A. Park her car. B. Look at the stars. C. Fetch the telescope. 4. Why is the boy unhappy? A. He feels lonely. B. He missed his flight. C. He’s worried about his parents. 5. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. Their favorite scientists. B. The old math books. C. The new science books. 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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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 the relationship between the speakers? A. Brother and sister. B. Husband and wife. C. Co- workers. 7. What does the woman offer to do? A. Give the man two tickets. B. Book tickets for the man. C. Watch a movie with the man. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. Where does the conversation take place? A. At home. B. In an office. C. In a park. 9. How was the weather on the man’s way home from work? A. Cloudy. B. Rainy. C. Windy. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. Where will the event be held? A. At a café. B. At a school. C. At a gallery. 11. What is the woman? A. A student. B. An artist. C. A teacher. 12. What does the man plan to do on July 21? A. Learn papercut. B. Play football. C. Watch a game. 听第9段材料，回答第13 至 16题。 13. Why does the woman want to sell the stuff? A. To spare room for furniture. B. To turn them into cash. C. To clean up the house. 14. What does the woman say about Bob? A. He has a problem with the ad. B. He can make a quick sale. C. He is kind and helpful. 15. What is the man’s opinion about Newsday’s service? A. Excellent. B. Unfriendly. C. Expensive. 16. What are the speakers going to do next? A. Write an ad. B. Make a call. C. Go to a market. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. Who can attend the comedy clubs? A. A child aged 3. B. A teenager aged 16. C. An adult aged 30. 18. What does the speaker think of John Winterson’s act? A. It was strange. B. It was successful. C. It was unpopular. 19. What do the classes teach young people to do? A. Tell jokes on stage. B. Organize parties. C. Perform magic. 20. Why does the speaker give the speech? A. To encourage the comedians. B. To advertise a comedy company. C. To inform people of seeing performances. 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 Choice of Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAS) German Swiss International School (GSIS) has established itself as a top international school in Hong Kong, providing a diverse range of clubs and activities to enable our students to acquire new skills, explore new areas of interest, and develop their talents. Our after-school programmes include both chargeable overseas activities (OAs) and non-chargeable afternoon activities (AAs). DISCOVERYWEEK During one week in the Autumn term, students engage in a specially designed programme of activities aimed at pushing their boundaries. For Senior 1, this needs residential camps located in Hong Kong, Mainland, Germany or Swiss. Senior 2, participate in a range of overseas trips, allowing them to engage in service activities like house building in Cambodia, coral conservation in the Philippines, and adventure hikes in Nepal. Educational Objectives: life skills such as teamwork, organization, and independence Admissions Condition: registered volunteers for Senior 2 Activity Type: OA ARTS We provide an opportunity for students to express themselves in unique and powerful ways through painting, drawing, sculpting, acting, or playing an instrument. Students can discover their passions in order to develop a deeper aesthetic (美学的) appreciation and gain a greater understanding of their cultural significance. Educational Objectives: creativity and courage to explore and express Admissions Condition: a personal mouthpiece for the wind instrument Activity Type: AA SPORTS Our diverse sports programme offers a variety of physical activities, from traditional sports such as football, tennis, cricket, hockey, and netball to specialized activities like gymnastics, fencing, touch rugby, and more. We also recognize the importance of non-competitive activities, which promotes physical fitness and stress relief. Educational Objectives: confidence, team spirit, concentration and perseverance Admissions Condition: students of all skill levels without chronic diseases Activity Type: AA LEADERSHIPAND SERVICE GSIS believes that every student has the potential to be a leader and we provide numerous platforms for students to grow and develop their leadership skills. Students can become Head Students, Deputy Student Heads, House Captains, or participate in the student- run Academic Societies and the Global Initiatives Group. Educational Objectives: confidence, responsibility and dedication to service and leadership Admissions Condition: Class Representatives first Activity Type: OA & AA 1. Which ECAS aim to improve team spirit? A. DISCOVERY WEEK & ARTS. B. DISCOVERY WEEK & SPORTS. C. ARTS & SPORTS. D. SPORTS & LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE. 2. How can participants in ARTS better understand cultural significance? A. By expressing themselves. B. By discovering their passions. C. By developing art appreciation. D. By being encouraged to explore. 3. What do the four ECAS have in common? A. They charge high fees. B. They are for experienced participants. C. They share the same organizers. D. They are scheduled for the Autumn term. 【答案】1. B 2. B 3. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍德瑞国际学校不同课外活动，内容主要包括探索周、艺术、体育和领导力与服务四大类课外活动的丰富选择、培养目标、录取条件、收费类型等信息。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。比较每类活动中的 Educational Objectives (教育目标)可知，DISCOVERY WEEK注重培养学生“life skills such as teamwork, organization, and independence (生存技能，如团队精神、组织能力和独立能力)”；SPORTS注重培养学生confidence, team spirit, concentration and perseverance (自信、团队精神、专注力和毅力)”，DISCOVERY WEEK 和 SPORTS的目标有提高团队精神。故选B。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章ARTS部分“Students can discover their passions in order to develop a deeper aesthetic (美学的) appreciation and gain a greater understanding of their cultural significance. (学生可以通过上述艺术活动发现自己真正的热爱所在，从而更加深入发展美学欣赏能力并进一步理解文化重要性。)”可知，发现自己真正的热爱，才能更进一步理解文化的重要性。故选B。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第一段“Our after- school programmes include both chargeable overseas activities (OAs) and non-chargeable afternoon activities (AAs). (课后项目分为收费的海外活动和不收费的午后活动。)”可知，A选项所有活动都高收费是错误的。根据每类活动的Admissions Condition (录取条件)可知，SPORTS活动“students of all skill levels without chronic diseases (有无基础均可，但不能有基础性慢性疾病)”，因此，B选项所有活动都需要有经验的参与者是错误的。根据文章第一段第一句话“German Swiss International School (GSIS) has established itself as a top international school in Hong Kong, providing a diverse range of clubs and activities to enable our students to acquire new skills, explore new areas of interest, and develop their talents.(德瑞国际学校(GSIS)已成为香港顶尖的国际学校，提供各种各样的俱乐部和活动，使我们的学生获得新的技能，探索新的兴趣领域，并发展他们的才能。)”可知，所有活动的组织者都是German Swiss International School (GSIS) (德瑞国际学校)，所以C选项正确。根据文章第二段第一句话During one week in the Autumn term可知，只有DISCOVERY WEEK明确表述在秋季学期，其他活动均未提及学期季节，因此D选项错误。故选C。 B Lindsey Stallworth, a high school student from Alabama, is on her way to a promising career in paleontology (古生物学) due to an unexpected discovery on family property. For years, she had been collecting fossils on their land in Monroe County, unaware of significant scientific value. However, her teacher at the Alabama School of Math and Science, Dr. Andrew Gentry, a paleontologist himself, took an interest when she showed him her collection. “Upon examining the fossil shark teeth Lindsey presented, I quickly identified one and became eager to learn about its origin,” said Andrew. Lindsey guided her teacher through the rural area where she had unearthed various relics, including shark teeth. Before long, they encountered an especially significant find on the grounds: a large bone from a 34-million-year-old whale skeleton! This led the pair to launch the huge project of uncovering the rest of the bones. After two months of hard work, they’ve managed to find the animal’s skull (颅骨). “Assuming the entire skeleton is present, it may require several years for us to have the entire animal back in the lab,” Andrew explained. Lindsey secured a research scholarship to persist in her fossil-digging expeditions alongside her instructor. Her enthusiasm for the project was at an all-time high, though she had never imagined a childhood pastime would lead her down this road. “We would go out and pick up shark teeth and fossil shells, but we never knew anyone that could tell us anything about them,” she recalled. “We just thought they were cool.” “The Research Fellows Program allows Lindsey to gain real-world experience in scientific research and even present that research at professional conferences,” Andrew said. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for a high school student to stand out when applying to college and maybe even discover a new career path.” 4. Why was Andrew fascinated by Lindsey’s finds? A. He had a personal interest in geography. B. He recognized the significance of one fossil. C. He was hoping to be financially independent. D. He wanted to start a paleontology club at school. 5. What inspired Andrew and Lindsey to start a fossil uncovering project? A. A primitive whale’s bone. B. Some fossil shells. C. An animal’s skull. D. Some shark teeth. 6. Which of the following best describes Andrew and Lindsey’s project? A. Risky but interesting. B. Dangerous but rewarding. C. Demanding but motivating. D. Boring but groundbreaking. 7. What is the last paragraph mainly about? A. The unexpected joy of discovering fossils. B. The additional benefits of applying to college. C. Lindsey’s potential to become a high school teacher. D. Lindsey’s unique opportunities for future development. 【答案】4. B 5. A 6. C 7. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了Alabama高中学生Lindsey Stallworth在自家土地上意外发现了3400万年前的鲸鱼化石，与其古生物学家老师Andrew Gentry共同挖掘研究，这一经历帮助她开启古生物学职业生涯。 【4题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段中“For years, she had been collecting fossils on their land in Monroe County, unaware of significant scientific value. However, her teacher at the Alabama School of Math and Science, Dr. Andrew Gentry, a paleontologist himself, took an interest when she showed him her collection.(多年来，她一直在门罗县的土地上收集化石，却不知道这些化石具有重大的科学价值。然而，当她向阿拉巴马州数学与科学学院的老师、古生物学家安德鲁·金特里博士展示她的藏品时，他很感兴趣)”以及第二段““Upon examining the fossil shark teeth Lindsey presented, I quickly identified one and became eager to learn about its origin,” said Andrew.(安德鲁说：“在检查了林赛展示的鲨鱼牙齿化石后，我很快发现了一颗，并渴望了解它的起源。”)”可推知，安德鲁对林赛的发现如此着迷是因为他认识到了一块化石的重要性。故选B项。 【5题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段“Before long, they encountered an especially significant find on the grounds: a large bone from a 34-million-year-old whale skeleton! This led the pair to launch the huge project of uncovering the rest of the bones.(不久，他们在地面上发现了一个特别重要的发现：一块来自3400万年前鲸鱼骨架的大骨头！这促使两人启动了揭开其余骨头的巨大项目)” 可知，一块原始鲸鱼的骨头激发了安德鲁和林赛开始化石发掘项目。故选A项。 【6题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段““Assuming the entire skeleton is present, it may require several years for us to have the entire animal back in the lab,” Andrew explained.(安德鲁解释说：“假设整个骨骼都存在，我们可能需要几年时间才能将整个动物带回实验室。”)”以及第五段“Lindsey secured a research scholarship to persist in her fossil-digging expeditions alongside her instructor. Her enthusiasm for the project was at an all-time high, though she had never imagined a childhood pastime would lead her down this road. “We would go out and pick up shark teeth and fossil shells, but we never knew anyone that could tell us anything about them,” she recalled. “We just thought they were cool.”(林赛获得了一项研究奖学金，与她的导师一起坚持她的化石挖掘探险。她对这个项目的热情达到了历史最高点，尽管她从未想过童年的消遣会引领她走上这条路。她回忆道：“我们会出去捡鲨鱼牙齿和化石贝壳，但我们从来不知道有人能告诉我们任何关于它们的事情。”。“我们只是觉得它们很酷。”)”可知，两人的项目可能需要几年时间，是要求高的，但林赛对项目充满热情，两人都觉得挖掘出来的化石很酷，由此可推知，这一项目是激励人心的。故选C项。 【7题详解】 主旨大意题。根据最后一段““The Research Fellows Program allows Lindsey to gain real-world experience in scientific research and even present that research at professional conferences,” Andrew said. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for a high school student to stand out when applying to college and maybe even discover a new career path.”(安德鲁说：“研究员计划使林赛能够获得科学研究的实际经验，甚至在专业会议上展示这项研究。”。“对于高中生来说，这是一个千载难逢的机会，在申请大学时脱颖而出，甚至可能发现一条新的职业道路。”)”可知，本段主要介绍了林赛未来发展可能拥有的独特机会。故选D项。 C Soon, every seat on an airplane could be a window seat! New concept designs are revealing how travelers will be able to gaze at the stars above in future airplanes. Aerospace giant Airbus is showing off its vision of next-gen cabins, which include an all-round view of clouds as you jet through them. The Airspace Cabin Vision 2035+ concept also lets passengers tap on smart interactive windows that show travel time and let you explore your destination city. The French company also says passengers will enjoy a greater choice of meals thanks to new pre-ordering concepts. They believe that, by collecting your meal at the gate, food and packaging waste could be reduced by up to 15 percent. The company explains their ethos is “to reduce emissions at heart”. “Right now, research shows the cabin can contribute between 10% and 20% to the aircraft’s overall environmental impact during its lifecycle,” Airbus officials write. “Putting a focus on reducing this, Airbus brought together ten airlines and eight technology companies to feed into a vision that rethinks the way the cabin should look and feel, maintaining superior passenger comfort.” Airbus found that one of the biggest levers (手段) in the cabin for reducing emissions is lightweight solutions. To achieve this, efforts should be focused on creating lighter “bionic designs” that will help reduce cabin weight by up to 40 percent. “As the world shifts to a more circular (循环的) economy, we are rethinking the materials used inside the cabin so they’re able to be recycled, reused and repaired during their lifecycle. This is also a key part of the 2035+ vision,” Airbus officials explain. “Cabin lining and components will be developed for current aircraft using new materials and a complete introduction of these will be rolled out with the next generation aircraft.” 8. What can we know about the next-gen cabins from the first two paragraphs? A. They will be made of glasses. B. They will shorten travel time greatly. C. They will reduce food waste to some extent. D. They will provide whatever food passengers want. 9 What does the underlined word “ethos” in paragraph 2 probably mean? A. Advice. B. Fer. C. Loss. D. Idea. 10. What can be inferred about the future materials used inside the cabin? A. They are cheaper. B. They are more eco-friendly. C. They are more convenient. D. They are more available. 11. What is the purpose of the passage? A. To advertise some new flights. B. To call on people to live a greener life. C. To introduce new design ideas of a plane. D. To explain how to make planes smarter. 【答案】8. C 9. D 10. B 11. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是说明文。主要介绍了空中客车公司对下一代飞机客舱的概念设计。 【8题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段“The French company also says passengers will enjoy a greater choice of meals thanks to new pre- ordering concepts. They believe that, by collecting your meal at the gate, food and packaging waste could be reduced by up to 15percent. (这家法国公司还表示，由于新的预订单概念，乘客将有更多的食物选择。他们认为，在登机口领取餐食，食物和包装垃圾可以减少高达15%。)”可知，下一代飞机客舱将在一定程度上减少食物浪费。故选C。 【9题详解】 词义猜测题。根据前文“The Airspace Cabin Vision 2035+ concept also lets passengers tap on smart interactive windows that show travel time and let you explore your destination city. The French company also says passengers will enjoy a greater choice of meals thanks to new pre- ordering concepts. They believe that, by collecting your meal at the gate, food and packaging waste could be reduced by up to 15percent.( Airspace Cabin Vision 2035+概念还允许乘客点击显示旅行时间的智能交互式窗口，让您探索目的地城市。这家法国公司还表示，由于新的预订概念，乘客将享受更多的餐点选择。他们认为，通过在登机口收集您的餐食，可以减少高达 15% 的食物和包装浪费。)”和下文“to reduce emissions at heart(从心底减少排放)”可知，“从心底里减少排放”是这家公司的理念。故选D。 【10题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章第六段的“As the world shifts to a more circular(循环的) economy, we are rethinking the materials used inside the cabin so they’re able to be recycled, reused and repaired during their lifecycle. (随着世界转向更加循环的经济，在端到端数字化数据透明度的推动下，我们正在重新思考客舱内使用的材料，以便它们在生命周期内能够被回收、再利用和修复。)可知，未来的飞机客舱内使用的材料更环保。故选B。 【11题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段的“New concept designs are revealing how travelers will be able to gaze at the stars above in future airplanes. Aerospace giant Airbus is showing off its vision of next- gen cabins, which include an all-round view of clouds as you jet through them.(新的概念设计揭示了乘客在未来的飞机上如何仰望星空。航空巨头空中客车公司正在展示其对下一代机舱的设想，其中包括当你穿过云层时的全方位视野。)”以及全文内容可知，文章主要介绍了空中客车公司对下一代飞机客舱的概念设计，包括智能互动窗户、减少食物浪费以及更环保的材料等新设计理念。因此文章的目的是介绍飞机的新设计思想。故选C。 D Is modern fruit cultivated (培育) to be sweeter than in the past? The short answer is yes, though the longer answer is more complicated. Some of the most powerful evidence that fruit is sweeter than before comes from zoos. In 2018, it was reported that Melboume Zoo in Australia had stopped giving fruit to most of its animals because cultivated fruit was now so sweet that it was causing tooth decay (蛀牙) and weight gain. The monkeys at the zoo were provided with a lower-sugar vegetable-based diet instead of bananas. Among fruit cultivators, the word “quality” is now routinely used as an equal for “high in sugar” (though firmness, color and size are also considerations). In 2010, in an article looking at ways to enhance the sweetness of fruit using “molecuiar (分子的) approaches”, a group of plant scientists of the Republic of Korea wrote that “in general, the sugar content” of many fruits is now higher than before “owing to continuous selection and breeding”. Modern apple varieties, the scientists noted, were on average sweeter than older ones. Cultivation isn’t the only reason that modern fruit is sweeter; there’s also climate change. Research from Japan found that since the 1970s, with rising temperatures, Fuji apples (which were already a sweet variety) have become significantly sweeter and softer. The lead researcher, Toshihoko Sugiura, said that “if you could taste an apple harvested 30 years ago, you would feel the difference”. It is sometimes claimed that the sweetness of modern fruit is not due to higher sugar content so much as the fact that the bitterness and sourness of wild fruit have been steadily cultivated out of it. There’s a grain — but only a grain — of truth in this. Studies of wild apples do indeed suggest that some ancient varieties were just as high in sugar as a modern Pink Lady or Honeycrisp. The difference is that there was much wider variation in sugar content across wild apples, whereas the modern supermarket apple seldom drops below a certain level of sweetness. 12. Why did Melbourne Zoo stop giving fruit to most of its animals? A. The animals preferred a vegetable- based diet. B. Modern fruit did great harm to animals’ teeth. C. The sugar content of modern fruit is lower than before. D. The flavor of modern fruit was not good for the animals. 13. What can we learn from paragraph 3? A. The sugar content is breeders’ first priority. B. Sweeter fruits are just a result of natural selection. C. The sweetness of modern apples is equal to the average of older ones. D. Molecular approaches are adopted to add the sweetness of modern fruit. 14. What do studies of wild apples in the last paragraph suggest? A. Apples of old species tasted less sweet. B. The sugar content of wild apples varied greatly. C. The sweetness of modern apples is of the same level. D. Fruit is sweet because bitterness in it has disappeared. 15. What’s the best title for this passage? A Modern or Old: Which Is Better? B. Modern Fruit: Sweetness Is Quality. C. Fruit Is Sweeter: It’s Not a Misconception. D. Melbourne Zoo: Animals Stop Eating Fruits. 【答案】12. B 13. D 14. B 15. C 【解析】 【导语】文章是说明文。文章主要讲述了现代农业技术使得现代水果比以前更甜。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第二段“In 2018, it was reported that Melboume Zoo in Australia had stopped giving fruit to most of its animals because cultivated fruit was now so sweet that it was causing tooth decay(蛀牙) and weight gain.(据报道，2018年，澳大利亚墨尔本动物园已经停止给大多数动物提供水果，因为现在种植的水果太甜了，会导致蛀牙和体重增加。)”可知现代水果对动物的牙齿有很大的危害，因此停止了给动物供应水果。故选B项。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Among fruit cultivators, the word “quality” is now routinely used as an equal for “high in sugar”(though firmness, color and size are also considerations). In 2010, in an article looking at ways to enhance the sweetness of fruit using “molecuiar(分子的) approaches”, a group of plant scientists of the Republic of Korea wrote that “in general, the sugar content” of many fruits is now higher than before “owing to continuous selection and breeding”. (在水果种植者中，“优质”这个词现在通常被用作“高糖”的同义词(尽管硬度、颜色和大小也要考虑在内)。2010年，韩国的一组植物科学家在一篇文章中探讨了如何利用“分子方法”来提高水果的甜度，他们写道，“总的来说，由于不断的选择和育种”，现在许多水果的“含糖量”比以前要高。)”可知，现代水果的甜度采用分子方法，故选D项。 【14题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章最后一段的“The difference is that there was much wider variation in sugar content across wild apples, whereas the modern supermarket apple seldom drops below a certain level of sweetness.(不同之处在于，野生苹果的含糖量变化更大，而现代超市里的苹果很少低于一定的甜度。)” 可知野生苹果的含糖量变化很大，故选B项。 【15题详解】 主旨大意题。根据文章第一段内容“Is modern fruit cultivated(培育) to be sweeter than in the past? The short answer is yes, though the longer answer is more complicated.( 现代种植的水果比过去更甜吗?简短的回答是肯定的，但较长的回答更为复杂)”并通读全文可知，文章主要讲述了现代农业技术使得现代水果比以前更甜。可知C项“水果更甜：这不是一个误解。”为最佳标题，故选C项。 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。 Solar energy has emerged as a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way to power homes and businesses. If you’re considering going solar, Amazon offers a convenient platform to purchase solar panels (太阳能板) and related equipment. ____16____ To help you make an informed decision, here are some essential tips for choosing the best solar panels. ____17____ Before diving into the world of solar panels, it’s crucial to understand your energy needs. Calculate your daily and monthly energy consumption to determine the size of the solar panel system you’ll need. Knowing your energy requirements will allow you to select the right number of panels. For those looking for portable solar kits, the EF EcoFlow is one of the recommended options. However, when going for the whole house, you need to calculate your home needs first. Consider your budget. ____18____ Set a budget for your solar project, including installation costs and any potential cost. This budget will help narrow down your options and ensure that you find solar panels that are both cost-effective and meet your energy requirements. Research solar panel types. There are two main types of solar panels available on the market: monocrystalline (单晶) and polycrystalline (多晶). Monocrystalline panels are known for their higher efficiency, but they are generally more expensive. Polycrystalline panels are more budget-friendly and offer slightly lower efficiency but are still effective. ____19____ Choosing the best solar panels on Amazon requires careful consideration of various factors, from your energy needs and budget to the panel’s efficiency and manufacturer’s reputation. ____20____ By following these tips, you can make an informed choice that not only benefits your wallet but also the environment. A. Evaluate customer support. B. Determine your energy requirements. C. It’s essential to do your homework before making your decision. D. Solar panel prices can vary widely depending on the brand, technology, and efficiency. E. Research the advantages and disadvantages of each to determine which one is best suited for you. F. However, with so many options available, selecting the best solar panels can be a tiring task. G. Comparing the prices of different solar panels can help identify the best value for your budget. 【答案】16. F 17. B 18. D 19. E 20. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲的是在亚马逊上选择最佳太阳能板的几个关键建议。 【16题详解】 空前“If you’re considering going solar, Amazon offers a convenient platform to purchase solar panels (太阳能板) and related equipment.(如果你正在考虑使用太阳能，亚马逊提供了一个方便的平台来购买太阳能电池板和相关设备。)”说明亚马逊提供了买太阳能电池板和相关设备的平台，空后“To help you make an informed decision, here are some essential tips for choosing the best solar panels.(为了帮助你做出明智的决定，这里有一些选择最好的太阳能电池板的基本建议。)”说明买太阳能电池板的选择很多，F选项“However, with so many options available, selecting the best solar panels can be a tiring task.(然而，有这么多的选择，选择最好的太阳能电池板可能是一项累人的任务。)”说明了太阳能电池板的选择很多，承上启下，符合语境，故选F。 【17题详解】 空格处是本段主旨句，由空后“Before diving into the world of solar panels, it’s crucial to understand your energy needs.(在进入太阳能电池板的世界之前，了解你的能源需求是至关重要的。)”可知，本段主要讲的是要了解自己的能量需求，B选项“Determine your energy requirements.(确定你的能量需求。)”概括了本段大意，可作为主旨句。故选B。 【18题详解】 由空后“Set a budget for your solar project, including installation costs and any potential cost.(为你的太阳能项目制定预算，包括安装成本和任何潜在的成本。)”可知，本段在讲价格的问题，D选项“Solar panel prices can vary widely depending on the brand, technology, and efficiency.(太阳能电池板的价格会因品牌、技术和效率的不同而有很大差异。)”说明的是价格方面的内容，符合语境，故选D。 【19题详解】 空前“There are two main types of solar panels available on the market: monocrystalline (单晶) and polycrystalline (多晶). Monocrystalline panels are known for their higher efficiency, but they are generally more expensive. Polycrystalline panels are more budget-friendly and offer slightly lower efficiency but are still effective.(市场上有两种主要类型的太阳能电池板：单晶和多晶。单晶面板以其更高的效率而闻名，但它们通常更昂贵。多晶面板更经济实惠，效率略低，但仍然有效。)”说明了两种太阳能电池板的优缺点，空格处应该接着说应该仔细了解它们的优缺点来决定适合自己的，E选项“Research the advantages and disadvantages of each to determine which one is best suited for you.(研究每一个的优点和缺点，以确定哪一个最适合你。)”说明了要研究每一种的优缺点，然后决定最适合自己的，承接上文，符合语境，故选E。 【20题详解】 空前“Choosing the best solar panels on Amazon requires careful consideration of various factors, from your energy needs and budget to the panel’s efficiency and manufacturer’s reputation.(在亚马逊上选择最好的太阳能电池板需要仔细考虑各种因素，从你的能源需求和预算到电池板的效率和制造商的声誉。)”说明了选择最好的太阳能电池板需要仔细考虑各种因素，空格处应该再次强调买之前要仔细考虑，仔细研究，C选项“It’s essential to do your homework before making your decision.(在做决定之前做足功课是很重要的。)”说明了做决定之前很有必要仔细研究，因此承接上文，符合语境，故选C。 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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 My initial interest in natural medicine started at a young age. Some Western health professionals ____21____ that I had several chronic (慢性的) illnesses. I was told I would ____22____ prescription (处方) medicine for the rest of my life, but I didn’t see that as the only ____23____. Things worked out well. Through the right nutrition and supplementation (补剂), I got the desired ____24____ with the help of natural medicine. Eventually, I ____25____ all prescription medicine within eight months. This ____26____ me to dive deep into Chinese medicine. Chinese medicine looks at the body’s system as a ____27____. When the entire system is in balance, excellent health occurs. When diseases arise, this comes often from one or more elements that aren’t functioning ____28____. That can be from either externally or internally. My own experience opened up an entirely new ____29____ to me. This is a key ______30______ from Western medicine. Western medicine usually ______31______ a particular part of our body’s function. It is less ______32______ for chronic health problems. There is ______33______ a place for Western medicine, but we need more education around how we can ______34______our overall well-being. I desire to take the teachings of natural medicine to more people in a world where we count so heavily on a quick ______35______ rather than solving problems at root when it comes to our health. 21. A. recalled B. calculated C. confirmed D. whispered 22. A. apply for B. pay for C. check on D. rely on 23. A. focus B. option C. burden D. misfortune 24. A. essence B. practice C. appeal D. result 25. A. quit B. researched C. tried D. obtained 26. A. sponsored B. reminded C. inspired D. required 27. A. whole B. signal C. concept D. subject 28. A. physically B. steadily C. normally D. rapidly 29. A. chapter B. world C. era D. account 30. A. difference B. challenge C. benefit D. contribution 31. A. advocates B. uses C. transforms D. handles 32. A. harmful B. effective C. flexible D. extraordinary 33. A. gradually B. eventually C. absolutely D. temporarily 34. A. ensure B. influence C. define D. evaluate 35. A. reply B. fix C. change D. decision 【答案】21. C 22. D 23. B 24. D 25. A 26. C 27. A 28. C 29. B 30. A 31. D 32. B 33. C 34. A 35. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了患有慢性疾病的作者通过天然药物成功改善了健康，于是开始研究中医。作者希望通过推广天然药物的理念，帮助更多人从根本上解决健康问题，而不是仅仅依赖西医的快速解决方案。 【21题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：一些西方健康专家证实我患有几种慢性疾病。A. recalled回忆；B. calculated计算；C. confirmed证实；D. whispered低语。根据上文“Some Western health professionals”和下文“that I had several chronic (慢性的) illnesses”可知，这些健康专家是证实作者的患病情况。故选C。 【22题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：我被告知我的余生将依赖处方药，但我不认为这是唯一的选择。A. apply for申请；B. pay for为……付款；C. check on查看；D. rely on依赖。根据上文“I had several chronic (慢性的) illnesses”可知，作者患有几种慢性疾病，因此是被告知余生将依赖处方药。故选D。 【23题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我被告知我的余生将依赖处方药，但我不认为这是唯一的选择。A. focus焦点；B. option选择；C. burden负担；D. misfortune不幸。根据下文“Through the right nutrition and supplementation (补剂), I got the desired ____4____ with the help of natural medicine.”可知，除了处方药，作者还使用了天然药物，因此是不认为这是唯一的选择。故选B。 【24题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：通过正确的营养和补剂，我在天然药物的帮助下得到了想要的结果。A. essence本质；B. practice实践；C. appeal吸引力；D. result结果。根据作者是病患的情境，上文“Through the right nutrition and supplementation (补剂)”和下文“with the help of natural medicine”可推知，作者是在天然药物的帮助下得到了想要的结果。故选D。 【25题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：最终，我在八个月内停掉了所有处方药。A. quit停止；B. researched研究；C. tried尝试；D. obtained获得。根据上文“Things worked out well.”可知，对作者而言，事情进展顺利，因此是最终停掉了所有处方药。故选A。 【26题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：这激发了我对中医的深入研究。A. sponsored赞助；B. reminded提醒；C. inspired激励；D. required要求。根据上文“Things worked out well.”可知，对作者而言，事情进展顺利，这个成功的经历会激励作者对中医进行深入研究。故选C。 【27题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：中医将身体系统视为一个整体。A. whole整体；B. signal信号；C. concept概念；D. subject主题。根据下文“When the entire system is in balance, excellent health occurs.”可知，在中医看来，当整个系统处于平衡状态时，就会出现良好的健康状况，因此中医是将身体系统视为一个整体。故选A。 【28题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：当疾病出现时，这通常来自一个或多个不能正常运作的元素。A. physically身体上；B. steadily稳定地；C. normally正常地；D. rapidly迅速地。根据上文“When diseases arise”可知，疾病的出现意味着有些部分不能正常运作。故选C。 【29题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我自己的经历为我打开了一个全新的世界。A. chapter章节；B. world世界；C. era时代；D. account账户。根据本段描述的作者对中医的研究和了解可推知，此处指作者的经历为自己打开了一个有关中医的全新的世界。故选B。 【30题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：这是与西医的一个关键区别。A. difference区别；B. challenge挑战；C. benefit利益；D. contribution贡献。根据上一段主要介绍中医是从整体来看身体系统，以及本段主要介绍西医是从具体身体机能出发治疗可知，此处是指与西医的一个关键区别。故选A。 【31题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：西医通常处理我们身体功能的特定部分。A. advocates倡导；B. uses使用；C. transforms转变；D. handles处理。根据上文“Western medicine”和下文“a particular part of our body’s function”可推知，此处介绍西医的治疗方法，应该是处理我们身体功能的特定部分。故选D。 【32题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：它对慢性健康问题没有那么有效。A. harmful有害的；B. effective有效的；C. flexible灵活的；D. extraordinary非凡的。根据上文叙述的患有几种慢性病的作者通过天然药物的治疗，停掉了西医的处方药，以及下文“for chronic health problems”可推知，此处指西医对慢性健康问题没有那么有效。故选B。 【33题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：西医绝对有一席之地，但我们需要更多关于如何确保我们的整体健康的教育。A. gradually逐渐地；B. eventually最终；C. absolutely绝对地；D. temporarily暂时地。根据下文“a place for Western medicine”和表示转折的“but”可推知，此处是先强调西医的重要性，称其绝对有一席之地，然后引出需要中医这样的教育。故选C。 【34题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：西医绝对有一席之地，但我们需要更多关于如何确保我们的整体健康的教育。A. ensure确保；B. influence影响；C. define定义；D. evaluate评估。根据上文“more education”和下文“our overall well-being”可推知，这些教育是用于确保我们的整体健康。故选A。 【35题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：在这个世界上，当涉及到我们的健康时，我们如此依赖于快速解决问题，而不是从根本上解决问题，我希望把天然药物的学说带给更多的人。A. reply回复；B. fix解决办法；C. change改变；D. decision决定。根据下文“rather than solving problems at root”可推知，此处是和从根本上解决问题相对的情况，应该是用西医的方法快速解决问题。故选B。 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。 An exhibition titled “Learn from the Past and Know the Future: China’s Archaeological (考古学的) Achievements in the New Era” is taking place at the National Museum of China. Nearly 400 of the most recently ____36____ (unearth) cultural relics from the collections of 43 museums and archaeological institutions are ____37____ (current) on display. The exhibits cover a wide range of periods ____38____ include a variety of fields. The exhibition vividly describes the history of human origins, the ____39____ (form) of Chinese civilization and its development within the boundaries of China. One striking part of the exhibition is the hand axes (斧), ____40____ are fundamental tools that were created and used by early humans. They are characterized by both their aesthetic (美学的) and practical ____41____ (function). Bronzeware is another eye-catching part of the exhibition. A bronze box ____42____ Yuncheng, Shanxi Province that ____43____ (date) back to the Spring and Autumn period is famous for its elegant design. And a string-patterned stove vividly reflects the significant role that the Silk Road played in ____44____ (connect) China with the world. It is also worth noting that the design of the exhibition hall was inspired by the unique spatial (空间的) structures of the archaeological sites, offering audiences the chance ____45____ (understand) the relationship between archaeological work and its outcomes better. 【答案】36. unearthed 37. currently 38. and 39. formation 40. which 41. functions 42. from 43. dates 44. connecting 45. to understand 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。中国国家博物馆正在举办一场名为“鉴往知来：新时代中国考古成就展”的展览，展示了来自43家博物馆和考古机构的近400件最新出土文物，涵盖多个历史时期和领域，展示了中华文明的形成与发展，以及考古工作的重要性。 【36题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：目前，43家博物馆和考古机构收藏的近400件最新出土文物正在展出。are是本句的谓语动词，空处为非谓语动词作定语，cultural relics和unearth为动宾关系，需填过去分词形式。故填unearthed。 【37题详解】 考查副词。句意：目前，43家博物馆和考古机构收藏的近400件最新出土文物正在展出。空处修饰整个句子，需用副词形式，作状语。故填currently。 【38题详解】 考查连词。句意：展品涵盖了广泛的时期，包括各种领域。空处连接cover和include两个并列谓语，应用并列连词and连接。故填and。 【39题详解】 考查名词。句意：展览生动地描述了人类起源的历史、中华文明的形成及其在中国境内的发展。根据空前的the和空后的of可知，此处应用form的名词形式formation，意为“形成”，不可数名词。故填formation。 【40题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：展览的一个引人注目的部分是手斧，这是早期人类创造和使用的基本工具。空处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词是hand axes，指物，从句中缺少主语，应用which引导该从句。故填which。 【41题详解】 考查名词。句意：它们的特点是兼具美学和实用功能。根据空前形容词practical可知，空处需填名词，function在此处指“功能”，可数名词，其前无冠词，所以应用其复数形式表泛指。故填functions。 【42题详解】 考查介词。句意：山西运城的一个春秋时期的青铜盒子以其优雅的设计而闻名。此处表示“来自”山西运城的一个青铜盒子，应用介词from。故填from。 【43题详解】 考查时态、语态和主谓一致。句意：山西运城的一个春秋时期的青铜盒子以其优雅的设计而闻名。空处作定语从句的谓语动词，是对客观事实的陈述，应用一般现在时，that指代先行词a bronze box，是单数主语，故谓语动词date应用第三人称单数形式。故填dates。 【44题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：而一个串纹炉灶生动地反映了丝绸之路在连接中国与世界方面发挥的重要作用。空处位于介词in之后，应用动名词形式。故填connecting。 【45题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：同样值得注意的是，展览馆的设计灵感来自考古遗址独特的空间结构，为观众提供了更好地了解考古工作与其成果之间关系的机会。名词chance后面需用动词不定式作后置定语。故填to understand。 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，上周五你校组织了校园农场的丰收活动。请你给新西兰朋友Leo写一封邮件分享这次经历，内容包括: 1. 丰收场景； 2. 你的感想。 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。 Dear Leo, I’m writing to share with you a harvesting activity on our campus farm last Friday. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 【答案】Dear Leo, I’m writing to share with you a harvesting activity on our cam pus farm last Friday. It was such a delightful and memorable experience that I couldn’t wait to tell you about it. At the sight of the farm filled with ripe vegetables and fruits like peppers, tomatoes and grapes, we found it hard to contain our excitement. After receiving some instructions from the teachers, we plunged ourselves into the harvesting activity. We hustled and bustled around, each with a basket in hand, carefully gathering the fruits of our labor. Personally, I collected a variety of vegetables such as carrots, tomatoes and peppers. I even cooked them for my families, though, honestly speaking, they were a bit overcooked. This activity not only brought me the joy of harvest but also taught me the value of labor, making the efforts on the campus farm truly worthwhile. Yours, Li Hua 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文，要求考生给新西兰朋友Leo写一封邮件分享上周五学校组织的校园农场的丰收活动经历。 【详解】1.词汇积累 令人愉快的：delightful→pleasant 积极地投入……之中：plunge oneself into→throw oneself into 说实话：honestly speaking→to be honest 抑制：contain→hold back 2.句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：At the sight of the farm filled with ripe vegetables and fruits like peppers, tomatoes and grapes, we found it hard to contain our excitement. 拓展句：The moment we saw the farm filled with ripe vegetables and fruits like peppers, tomatoes and grapes, we found it hard to contain our excitement. 【点睛】【高分句型1】We hustled and bustled around, each with a basket in hand, carefully gathering the fruits of our labor.(运用了独立主格结构和现在分词短语作状语) 【高分句型2】This activity not only brought me the joy of harvest but also taught me the value of labor, making the efforts on the campus farm truly worthwhile.(运用了现分词短语作状语) 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。  People say there seems to be so much negativity in this world, but there are good people out there and sometimes we are made aware of them when we least expect it. My family had been planning a yard sale for several weeks. Our five-year-old son, Braxton, asked if he could set up a lemonade (柠檬水) stand during the yard sale. He wanted to make a little money and save up to buy a set of Lego bricks, which might add up to $100. “I will earn it myself!” he declared proudly. He had been talking about it almost non-stop and couldn’t wait for the day to finally arrive. Two days ago, we put up the sign “Yard Sale” in front of the driveway, telling neighbors about the time and items. On the very day, Braxton woke up early at 6:00 am and couldn’t hide his excitement. After setting everything out for the yard sale, he made the lemonade and baked some cookies to begin his business adventure. After about an hour or more, we had several customers, but Braxton still had not sold any lemonade. He was a little sad. Then a young woman walked up with her baby to browse the items. While making small talk, we told her about Braxton’s plan to save his money for his little dream. She then selected a couple of baby toys for just $6 and paid with a $10 bill. “Keep the change, boy!” she said gently. Braxton offered to give her the lemonade and cookies he made. He couldn’t have been happier to receive his first little bit of money for the day. The woman left with the baby toys, the lemonade and some cookies. We didn’t give it much thought after that, but the story didn’t end there. 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。 Several minutes passed and the woman returned. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Holding the envelope and the bill, we were so moved. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】Paragraph 1: Several minutes passed and the woman returned. “Is there anything wrong?” I thought to myself. I actually thought she was here to ask for her change back. Of course, I couldn’t have been more wrong. She was carrying an envelope this time. She handed it to us and said, “The lemonade and cookies are so delicious that I want to buy all of them. I hope you can give them away to whoever passes by your stand for me.” We thanked her and she walked away. We opened the envelope after she left and found a $100 bill in it. Paragraph 2: Holding the envelope and the bill, we were so moved. It was just a random act of kindness by a total stranger that would make a little five-year-old boy’s wish come true. At the same time, she delivered that kindness to other strangers by offering them lemonade and cookies for free. She obviously did not do it for praise or recognition. She just did it out of the kindness of her heart. Contrary to what some may think, the positivity in this world really does outweigh the negativity. There are good people around us doing good deeds, asking for nothing back. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了作者的家人几个星期前就开始计划庭院旧货出售，儿子为此制作了柠檬水和饼干，一位年轻妇女吃过以后给了作者100美元，能把它们送给任何经过摊位的人。作者为女人的善举所感动。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“几分钟过去了，女人回来了”可知，第一段可描写女人提出把柠檬水和饼干送给任何经过摊位的人，支付了100美元。 ②由第二段首句内容“拿着信封和账单，我们都很感动”可知，第二段可描写作者感动，以及传递善举。 2.续写线索：女人返回——夸奖柠檬水和饼干——提出善举——支付100美元——作者感动——作者传递善举——作者感悟 3.词汇激活 行为类 ①打开：open/unfold ②赠送：give away/present ③实现：make sth. come true /realize 情绪类 ①赞美：praise/compliment ②积极：positivity/optimism 【点睛】[高分句型1] The lemonade and cookies are so delicious that I want to buy all of them. (运用了结果状语从句) [高分句型2] We opened the envelope after she left and found a $100 bill in it. (运用了after引导时间状语从句) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$