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2023级高二年级第一学期期中考试 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。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。 例: How much is the shirt? A. £19.15. B.£9.18. C.£9.15. 答案是C。 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. What does Adele probably like? A. Sandwiches. B. Noodles. C. Hamburgers. 2. What are the speakers going to do next? A. Book some seats. B. Take another train. C. Have a rest. 3. Why did the woman take the test? A. For a job. B. For a certificate. C. For a promotion. 4. What is Mary doing? A. Enjoying a holiday. B. Seeing someone off. C. Visiting a relative. 5. What is the man? A. A salesman. B. A teacher. C. A doctor. 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 could the woman learn in the class? A. Tea tasting. B. Tea planting. C. Tea making. 7. What kind of class will the woman register? A. A 3-people class. B. A private class. C. An 8-people class. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. What did Alice start baking for? A. Competition. B. Relaxation. C. Experiment. 9. What is Alice's key to successful baking? A. Practicing a lot. B. Using secret recipes. C. Buying fresh ingredients. 10. What advice does Alice give to beginners? A. Aiming for perfection. B. Learning from mistakes. C. Sticking to simple recipes. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. Why is Jeff watching Zootopia? A. He wants to refresh his memory. B. He plans to research the second movie. C. He intends to have a discussion about it. 12. What does Jeff like most about the Chinese cartoon movies? A. Appealing plots. B. Special effects. C. Background music. 13. What will the woman. do? A. Turn to Disney movies. B. Watch The Monkey King. C. Stop exploring Chinese cartoons. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14. What is the feature of the new event? A. It is newly invented. B. It is street-inspired. C. It is from Paris. 15. Why was the new sport included in the Olympics? A. To bring energy to people. B. To enrich the special history. C. To engage younger audience. 16. How was the wave in surfing competition created? A. It was man-made. B. It remained a secret. C. It rose from a natural tide. 17. What does Jack think of introducing the new sports? A. Reasonable. B. Meaningful. C. Innovative. 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18. What is“Life in Perspective”? A. A magazine column. B. A national newspaper. C. A poetry collection. 19. What is Watson famous for? A. Her love for life. B. Her art talent. C. Her sharp insights. 20. When did Watson join Culture Monthly? A. In 2023. B. In 2021. C. In 2019. 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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A We have designed four different courses for people with a passion for learning Chinese. The following is the basic information of these courses. ★Course A is designed for those who have basic knowledge of the Chinese language. (May 28 to September 7) Learning Objectives: A variety of activities such as songs, games, etc., are carefully designed to motivate the students to learn. Each lesson has a song using all the new words and sentences. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to conduct conversations in Chinese, talk about your will and ability, and express an unhealthy condition when seeing a doctor. ★Course B is a 1-on-1 course with a live teacher, whose aim is to help total beginners. (June 5 to August 20) Learning Objectives: The series of courses is designed to emphasize the development of communication skills in listening and speaking. Recognizing characters and writing characters are also the focus of the courses. Learning Content: Master the pronunciation of nearly 60 frequently used Chinese words. You’ll be able to count numbers, and say hello and family members correctly. You’ll be able to tell names and ages, and introduce yourself briefly. ★Course C provides a 40-period entry level program of business Chinese, which is designed for beginners of business Chinese. (June 17 to September 16) Learning Objectives: This course contains 20 unites of business situation modules to describe the entire process and each phrase of business activities. Upon completion of this course, you will learn to greet people, introduce yourself and make schedules. ★Course D is for learners who have a weak foundation of Chinese learning but plan or hope to travel to China. (July 28 to October 7) Learning Objectives: Grasp the required communication skills when traveling in China; get to know related culture knowledge for communication with Chinese people; learn the possible emergencies and solutions when traveling in China. Learning Content: The possible scenes to be encountered during a travel are included in the course, including asking directions, ordering food, asking for help, shopping, etc. The course consists of the basic words and grammar. 1. Which of the four courses begins the earliest? A. Course A. B. Course B. C. Course C. D. Course D. 2. What is special about Course B? A. It provides a tutor. B. The teacher does a full-time job. C. It focuses on teaching methods. D. It improves communication skills. 3. For which course will a man most probably go if he plans a tour to China? A. Course A. B. Course B. C. Course C. D. Course D. 【答案】1. A 2. A 3. D 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇应用文。本文主要介绍了四款汉语学习的课程及其特点。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据四个课程的开课时间可知，课程开始最早的是在5月28日开始的Course A；Course B、Course C和Course D的开课时间分别是六月、六月和七月。故选A项。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据Course B部分中“★Course B is a 1-on-1 course with a live teacher, whose aim is to help total beginners.(课程B是一门一对一的课程，有一位现场老师，目的是帮助初学者)”可知，该课程有一对一的教师现场辅导，即私人教师，而其他课程均未提及。故选A项。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据Course D部分中“★Course D is for learners who have a weak foundation of Chinese learning but plan or hope to travel to China.(★课程D是为汉语基础薄弱但计划或希望到中国旅游的学习者开设的)”可知，该课程针对计划或想要到中国旅游的人群。故选D项。 B Since young children went back to school across Sweden recently, many of their teachers have been putting a new emphasis on printed books, quiet reading time and handwriting practice, and devoting less time to tablets, independent online research and keyboarding skills. The return to more traditional ways of learning is a response to politicians and experts questioning whether Sweden’s hyper-digitalized approach to education, including the introduction of tablets in nursery schools, had led to a decline in basic skills. Sweden’s minister for schools, Lotta Edholm was one of the biggest critics of the all-out embrace of technology. “Sweden’s students need more textbooks,” Edholm said in March. “Physical books are important for student learning.” The minister announced in August that the government wanted to change the decision by the national agency for education to make digital devices compulsory in preschools. It plans to go further and to completely end digital learning for children under age six, the ministry has told the Associated Press. Although Sweden’s students score above the European average for reading ability, an international assessment of fourth-grade reading levels, the Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS), highlighted a decline among Sweden’s children between 2016 and 2021. In comparison, Singapore — which topped the rankings — improved its PIRLS reading scores from 576 to 587 during the same period, and England’s average reading achievement score fell only slightly, from 559 in 2016 to 558 in 2021. An overuse of screens during school lessons may cause youngsters to fall behind in core subjects, education experts say. “There’s clear scientific evidence that digital tools impair rather than enhance student learning,” Sweden’s Karolinska Institute, a highly respected medical school focused on research, said in a statement in August on the country’s national digitalization strategy in education. “We believe the focus should return to acquiring knowledge through printed textbooks and teacher expertise, rather than acquiring knowledge primarily from freely available digital sources that have not been checked for accuracy.” the school added. 4. Why do Swedish schools return to paper books? A. To cater to parents’ increasing needs. B. To help with children’s independent learning. C. To overcome children’s addiction to digital tools. D. To avoid possible decline in children’s basic skills. 5. What does the underlined words “all-out embrace” mean in Paragraph 3? A. Total acceptance. B. Creative use. C Rapid development. D. Serious addiction. 6. What might Karolinska Institute agree with? A. Teachers should acquire more knowledge. B. Knowledge from digital tools may not be reliable. C. Digital tools smooth out learning barriers for children. D. The accessibility to digital sources should be improved. 7. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text? A. Swedish Children’s Return to Paper B. Problems with Children’s Education C. Popularity of Digitalization in Sweden D. Enhancement of Teaching Strategies in Sweden 【答案】4. D 5. A 6. B 7. A 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了瑞典学校回归纸质书是为了避免儿童基本技能的可能下降，引用了各界人士对此的看法和态度。 【4题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“The return to more traditional ways of learning is a response to politicians and experts questioning whether Sweden’s hyper-digitalized approach to education, including the introduction of tablets in nursery schools, had led to a decline in basic skills.(回归更传统的学习方式是对政治家和专家的回应，他们质疑瑞典的超数字化教育方式，包括在幼儿园引入平板电脑，是否导致了基本技能的下降)”可知，瑞典学校回归纸质书是为了避免儿童基本技能的可能下降。故选D。 【5题详解】 词句猜测题。根据划线词后文““Sweden’s students need more textbooks,” Edholm said in March.(“瑞典的学生需要更多的教科书，”埃德霍尔姆在3月份说)”可知，埃德霍尔姆对于完全接受科技处于批评态度。故划线词意思是“完全接受”。故选A。 【6题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段““We believe the focus should return to acquiring knowledge through printed textbooks and teacher expertise, rather than acquiring knowledge primarily from freely available digital sources that have not been checked for accuracy.” the school added.(“我们认为，重点应该回归到通过印刷教科书和教师专业知识获取知识，而不是主要从未经准确性检查的免费数字资源获取知识。”学校补充道)”可知，卡罗林斯卡学院可能会同意来自数字工具的知识可能不可靠。故选B。 【7题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第一段“Since young children went back to school across Sweden recently, many of their teachers have been putting a new emphasis on printed books, quiet reading time and handwriting practice, and devoting less time to tablets, independent online research and keyboarding skills.(自从瑞典各地的孩子们最近回到学校以来，他们的许多老师都把新的重点放在了印刷书籍、安静的阅读时间和书写练习上，减少了花在平板电脑、独立在线研究和键盘技能上的时间)”结合文章主要说明了瑞典学校回归纸质书是为了避免儿童基本技能的可能下降，引用了各界人士对此的看法和态度。可知，A选项“瑞典儿童重返纸质书”最符合文章标题。故选A。 C A recent study from the University of Guelph in Canada has revealed a surprising discovery about common eastern bumblebees (大黄蜂): These insects can survive underwater for up to a week. This finding, published in the journal Biology Letters, came about due to an experimental error when researchers placed hibernating (冬眠的) queen bumblebees in water and found them alive days later. The discovery has impressed scientists. particularly because bumblebees are land-based creatures not typically associated with water environments. Nigel Raine, a professor in the school of environmental sciences at the university and the study’s lead author, expressed his astonishment at the results. To further explore this phenomenon, Raine and his team conducted an experiment involving 143 hibernating queen bumblebees. They discovered that those placed underwater for up to seven days had similar survival rates to those not, indicating that the bees’ ability to survive such conditions may be more common than previously thought. The research underlines the strength of bumblebees during their hibernation period. a critical phase in their life cycle that has remained largely unexplored. Queen bumblebees typically hibernate alone in small holes during the cold months, which are believed to protect them from flooding. However, this study reveals that these bees possess an unexpected adaptation, allowing them to survive even in flooded conditions. Given these findings, one possible explanation for their survival is diapause, a state of suspended growth and reproduction characterized by reduced oxygen intake. During this state. bumblebees may close their spiracles (气孔) to prevent water from entering their bodies, and they might also breathe through their skin. This energy-saving mode is likely a key factor in their ability to survive beneath the water. Raine emphasized the importance of understanding these mechanisms, as it could have significant implications for the study of wild insects that help with plant reproduction, which are crucial for food security and ecosystem health, His team’s research will aim to determine whether hibernating queens can survive even longer periods underwater and if similar strength exists in other bee species. 8. What do we know about the finding? A. It matched prior beliefs. B. It concerned sea insects. C. It was fully anticipated. D. It was made by accident. 9. What can be inferred about bumblebees from paragraph 3? A. They hibernate in groups for protection. B. They are always protected from flooding. C. They have a hidden adaptation mechanism. D. They reproduce better in flooded conditions. 10. What may Nigel Raine do in the future? A. Secure research patents. B. Prioritize dietary security. C. Conduct further research. D. Raise ecological awareness. 11. Which is the most suitable title for the text? A. Bumblebee Reproductive Habits B. Bumblebee Hibernation Patterns C. Scientists’ Experimental Methods D. Bumblebee Survival Underwater 【答案】8. D 9. C 10. C 11. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是说明文。一项研究发现，东部大黄蜂可以在水下生存长达一周，这种适应能力在以往未被发现。研究表明。大黄蜂在冬眠期间可能通过关闭气孔和减缓新陈代谢来实现这一生存技巧，这一发现对研究野生昆虫的生存机制具有重要意义。 【8题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“This finding, published in the journal Biology Letters, came about due to an experimental error when researchers placed hibernating (冬眠的) queen bumblebees in water and found them alive days later. The discovery has impressed scientists. particularly because bumblebees are land-based creatures not typically associated with water environments.(这一发现发表在《生物学快报》杂志上，是由于一个实验错误造成的，当时研究人员将冬眠的大黄蜂皇后放在水中，几天后发现它们还活着。这一发现给科学家们留下了深刻印象。特别是因为大黄蜂是陆生生物，通常与水环境无关)”可知，研究人员在一次实验错误中发现冬眠中的大黄蜂能够在水下生存数天。这说明这个发现是偶然的，而非预先计划的。故选D项。 【9题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段“However, this study reveals that these bees possess an unexpected adaptation, allowing them to survive even in flooded conditions.(然而，这项研究揭示了这些蜜蜂具有意想不到的适应性，使它们即使在洪水条件下也能生存)”可知，研究发现大黄蜂在水下能够生存，这表明它们其备一种未被发现的适应机制，这一机制帮助它们在洪水等极端条件下生存。故选C项。 【10题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段“Raine emphasized the importance of understanding these mechanisms, as it could have significant implications for the study of wild insects that help with plant reproduction, which are crucial for food security and ecosystem health, His team’s research will aim to determine whether hibernating queens can survive even longer periods underwater and if similar strength exists in other bee species.(Raine强调了理解这些机制的重要性，因为它可能对帮助植物繁殖的野生昆虫的研究具有重要意义，这对粮食安全和生态系统健康至关重要。他的团队的研究将旨在确定冬眠的蜂王是否可以在水下存活更长的时间，以及其他蜜蜂物种是否存在类似的力量)”可知，Nigel Raine强调了理解蜜蜂在水下存活机制的重要性，所以他将继续进行研究。故选C项。 【11题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第一段“A recent study from the University of Guelph in Canada has revealed a surprising discovery about common eastern bumblebees (大黄蜂): These insects can survive underwater for up to a week. This finding, published in the journal Biology Letters, came about due to an experimental error when researchers placed hibernating (冬眠) queen bumblebees in water and found them alive days later. The discovery has impressed scientists. particularly because bumblebees are land-based creatures not typically associated with water environments.(加拿大圭尔夫大学最近的一项研究揭示了一个关于普通东部大黄蜂的惊人发现:这些昆虫可以在水下存活长达一周。这一发现发表在《生物学快报》杂志上，是由于一个实验错误造成的，当时研究人员将冬眠的大黄蜂皇后放在水中，几天后发现它们还活着。这一发现给科学家们留下了深刻印象。特别是因为大黄蜂是陆生生物，通常与水环境无关)”以及通读全文可知，文章的主要内容集中在大黄蜂在水下生存的发现及其意义，因此D项“Bumblebee Survival Underwater(大黄蜂在水下生存)”是最合适的标题。故选D项。 D Chinese scientists have created a breakthrough fibre that can be woven into warm, lightweight clothing using aerogel, a thermal insulation (热绝缘) material mainly used in the aerospace industry. Aerogel, notable for their performance and durability, could have various applications. As the world’s lightest solid material, it has long been valued for its thermal insulation properties. Traditional aerogel, made by replacing the liquid in aerogel with air, is extraordinarily light, resembling a solid cloud of smoke. Its high porosity (多孔性) gives it exceptional heat resistance, but this also makes it fragile and challenging to process, limiting its use in civilian applications. But now, researchers at Zhejiang University have overcome aerogel’s fragility and designed an encapsulated aerogel fibre ( EAF) with similar thermal insulation mechanisms-after being inspired by the structure of polar bear hair. The China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation as well as Nasa have used EAF in Mars rovers, which endure extreme temperatures ranging from thousands of degrees during the Martian landing to -130 degrees Celsius (-202 degrees Fahrenheit) on the planet’s surface. In an experiment, a volunteer wore textiles (纺织品) made of EAF, down, wool, and cotton in a-20 degree Celsius environment. The surface temperatures of these materials were 3.5 degrees, 3.8 degrees, 7.2 degrees, and 10.8 degrees respectively, indicating the superior insulation of EAF. They showed the practicality of EAF by weaving a jumper and comparing its thermal insulation to common textile materials. As well as being strong and stretchable, EAF can also be washed and dyed, improving its use in practical applications. Traditional silica aerogel will absorb water and collapse on itself. As a result, it quickly loses its thermal insulation qualities in wet or humid environments. However, EAF maintains its performance even after machine washing. Professor Zhang Xuetong of the Suzhou Institute of Nano-tech and Nano-bionics at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, highlighted the potential of the aerogel fibres in advanced thermal textiles. As well as its potential for civilian use, EAF fibre also holds promise for industries that are already familiar with aerogels. “EAF textiles feature excellent thermal insulation and multifunction and have great potential in areas such as military uniforms and spacesuits in extremely cold environments,” professor Zhang noted in a paper. However, he also noted the gap between existing technology and capacity for mass production. Challenges exist regarding how to develop fast spinning technology and resolve the continuous fabrication that is necessary for mass production. 12. What is the characteristic of traditional aerogel? A. It can be easily processed. B. It is resistant to high temperatures. C. It is a solid cloud of smoke. D. It can effectively insulate electricity. 13. What is EAF’s advantage in enduring extreme temperature based on? A. Research statistics. B. Public comments. C. Scientific prediction. D. Commercial reports. 14. Professor Zhang Xuetong’s study found that mass production could be possible if _______. A. advancement is made in thermal textiles B. there exists need for continuous fabrication C. barriers in fast spinning technology are overcome D. aerogel’s strengths and weaknesses get balanced 15. What is the text mainly about? A. The development of aerogel fibre. B. The potential use of biomimetic fibre. C. Great breakthrough in aerospace industry. D. China’s newly-woven clothing made from aerogel. 【答案】12. B 13. A 14. C 15. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲的是中国科学家取得的重大突破——用气凝胶织出冬季毛衣，该衣服具有轻薄耐穿，可水洗可染色，伸缩性强，保暖性好等优点。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段最后一句“Its high porosity (多孔性) gives it exceptional heat resistance, but this also makes it fragile and challenging to process, limiting its use in civilian applications. (它的高孔隙率使其具有优异的耐热性，但这也使其易碎且难以加工，限制了其在民用应用中的使用。)”可知，传统气凝胶的特点是耐高温。故选B。 【13题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段“The China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation as well as Nasa have used EAF in Mars rovers, which endure extreme temperatures ranging from thousands of degrees during the Martian landing to -130 degrees Celsius (-202 degrees Fahrenheit) on the planet’s surface. (中国航天科工集团公司和美国宇航局已经在火星探测器上使用了EAF，这些探测器在火星着陆期间可以承受数千度到火星表面零下130摄氏度(零下202华氏度)的极端温度。)”和第五段“In an experiment, a volunteer wore textiles (纺织品) made of EAF, down, wool, and cotton in a-20 degree Celsius environment. The surface temperatures of these materials were 3.5 degrees, 3.8 degrees, 7.2 degrees, and 10. 8 degrees respectively, indicating the superior insulation of EAF. (在一项实验中，一名志愿者在零下20摄氏度的环境中穿着由EAF、羽绒、羊毛和棉花制成的纺织品。这些材料的表面温度分别为3.5度、3.8度、7.2度和10度。分别为8度，说明EAF的隔热性较好。)”可知，EAF在耐受极端温度方面的优势是基于研究统计数据的。故选A。 【14题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段的“However, he also noted the gap between existing technology and capacity for mass production. Challenges exist regarding how to develop fast spinning technology and resolve the continuous fabrication that is necessary for mass production. (然而，他也指出了现有技术与大规模生产能力之间的差距。如何发展快速纺丝技术，解决大规模生产所必需的连续加工问题，是目前面临的挑战。)”可知，Zhang Xuetong的研究发现，如果克服了快速纺丝技术的障碍，大规模生产是可能的。故选C。 【15题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第一段“Chinese scientists have created a breakthrough fibre that can be woven into warm, lightweight clothing using aerogel, a thermal insulation (热绝缘) material mainly used in the aerospace industry. (中国科学家发明了一种突破性的纤维，可以用气凝胶编织成温暖、轻便的衣服。气凝胶是一种主要用于航空航天工业的隔热材料。)”可知，本文主要讲述中国科学家用气凝胶织出冬季衣服的重大突破，因此本文的主旨是D选项“China’s newly-woven clothing made from aerogel.(中国新编织的气凝胶服装。)”。故选D。 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。 Art comes in two main categories: realistic and abstract. Realistic art aims to show real-life scenes, people, and objects exactly as they appear. It involves paying close attention to details, making things look like photographs.____16____. It’s more about expressing feelings, emotions, and ideas. Realistic art is easy to understand. Viewers can easily recognize what is portrayed. Take the Mona Lisa, for example—it’s a realistic painting of a lady with a mysterious smile.____17____, helping us to learn about the past. Unlike realistic art abstract art is more about being creative. ____18____. They use shapes, colors and patterns to express feelings and ideas. Abstract art means different things to different people. Some people enjoy trying to figure out what the artwork conveys. _____19_____. Realistic art needs precision in drawing or sculpting to make things look real. Abstract art requires imagination to use shapes and colors in new ways. Many artists are skilled in both. They create realistic pieces to demonstrate their technical skills and abstract ones to display their creativity. As for personal preference, some people prefer the clear stories of realistic art while others are attracted to the mystery of abstract art, interpreting meanings in the shapes and forms. Together, the two kinds of art make the art world diverse and engaging.____20____. A. Both types of art take skills to make B. Photographs preserve faces of folks from long ago C. Grasping abstract art demands more artistic training D Both ways of creating art have their own value and beauty E. In contrast, abstract art focuses less on realistic appearances F. Artworks like this tell stories about history and everyday life G. Artists have the freedom to go beyond real-life representations 【答案】16. E 17. F 18. G 19. A 20. D 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要以两种艺术：现实主义艺术和抽象艺术为主题。讲述了各自的特点，在表现形式方面的各自特点形成了艺术世界的多样性和美的价值。 【16题详解】 根据后文“It’s more about expressing feelings, emotions, and ideas.(它更多的是表达感觉、情感和想法。)”并结合常识可知，该句的主题是抽象艺术，因此可推知，设空句的主题也应是抽象艺术，以衔接呼应后文的“It”。选项E“In contrast, abstract art focuses less on realistic appearances(相比之下，抽象艺术较少关注现实的外观)”提出了主题“抽象艺术”，呼应“It”，同时“In contrast”可与前文构成对比关系，前后衔接紧密。故选E项。 【17题详解】 根据前文“Take the Mona Lisa, for example—it’s a realistic painting of a lady with a mysterious smile.(以《蒙娜丽莎》为例，这是一幅现实主义画，画的是一位带着神秘微笑的女士。)”可知，设空句应对这个《蒙娜丽莎》的举例进行总结，并体现现实主义艺术的特点。选项F“Artworks like this tell stories about history and everyday life(像这样的艺术品讲述了历史和日常生活的故事)”中“Artworks like this”指代前文的《蒙娜丽莎》，且讲述了现实主义艺术的特点，与后文“helping us to learn about the past(帮助我们了解过去)”在内容上衔接紧密。故选F项。 【18题详解】 根据前文“Unlike realistic art, abstract art is more about being creative.(与现实主义艺术不同，抽象艺术更注重创造性。)”可知，该段在讲述抽象艺术的特点。设空句承接前文，应是对抽象艺术的特点“创造性”进行进一步解释。选项G“Artists have the freedom to go beyond real-life representations(艺术家有超越现实生活表现的自由)”中“超越现实生活表现的自由”即为前文提及的“创造性”的进一步解释，同时呼应后文“They use shapes, colors and patterns to express feelings and ideas.(他们用形状、颜色和图案来表达感情和想法。)”的“不同形状，颜色和图案”，前后衔接紧密。故选G项。 【19题详解】 设空句为该段的首句，应是该段的中心主旨句。根据后文“Realistic art needs precision in drawing or sculpting to make things look real. Abstract art requires imagination to use shapes and colors in new ways.(现实主义艺术需要精确的绘画或雕刻，使事物看起来真实。抽象艺术需要想象力，以新的方式使用形状和颜色。)”可知，该段讲述的核心内容是两种艺术各自需要的技巧以及艺术家们对两种艺术的应用。选项A“Both types of art take skills to make(这两种类型的艺术都需要技巧)”提出两种艺术都需要技巧，可总结该段的核心内容，作为该段的首句。故选A项。 【20题详解】 根据前文“Together, the two kinds of art make the art world diverse and engaging.(这两种艺术共同使艺术世界多样化和引人入胜。)”可知，作为末尾部分，前文以及设空句应是对两种艺术形式的褒义总结。选项D“Both ways of creating art have their own value and beauty(两种艺术创作方式都有各自的价值和美)”总结了各自的价值和美，与前文在句意上衔接紧密，可作为末尾句。故选D项。 第三部分：语言运用 (共两节，满分30分) 第一节 (共15小题； 每小题1分，满分15分) 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 A 40-year-old man in China found his calling—teaching quantum mechanics (量子力学) on social media—after being unemployed for more than 20 years. Li Wei, from Qinghai province in northwestern China, became ____21____ for teaching science in an easy-to-understand way on his Douyin account. Such is his popularity, he has ____22____ 1.8 million followers. “I don’t like ____23____ people,” Li said. He ____24____ a bachelor’s degree in law 20 years ago, but he did not find ____25____ in that field because of his personality. “I suffered a great failure,” he said. The turning point in his ____26____ came two years ago when he ____27____ his friend in the photovoltaic (光伏电池的) business and was ____28____ to find that lots of people have no knowledge of the technology. Photovoltaic ____29____ a special electrical system that produces energy from a ____30____ and inexhaustible source, usually the sun. With a strong ____31____ to help people understand, Li came up with the idea of creating clips to teach science using simple everyday words ____32____ of terms. As he created more teaching videos, he began to realize he was good at it and ____33____ his subjects to include quantum mechanics and life sciences. Despite experiencing a series of failures, he finally found his ____34____. It’s never too ____35____ to do what we enjoy. 21. A. evident B. attractive C. effective D. popular 22. A. accumulated B. told C. urged D. admired 23. A. listening to B. waiting for C. dealing with D. talking about 24. A. needed B. gained C. offered D. refused 25. A. employment B. experts C. information D. applications 26. A. game B. career C. relationship D. growth 27. A. left B. saved C. joined D. believed 28. A. anxious B. horrified C. surprised D. eager 29. A. results in B. responds to C. looks for D. refers to 30. A. strange B. reputable C. secret D. renewable 31. A. desire B. tradition C. character D. knowledge 32. A. full B. free C. true D. aware 33. A. introduced B. expanded C. found D. chose 34. A. caring B. ending C. setting D. calling 35. A. late B. busy C. good D. easy 【答案】21. D 22. A 23. C 24. B 25. A 26. B 27. C 28. C 29. D 30. D 31. A 32. B 33. B 34. D 35. A 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。主要说明了中国一名40岁的男子李伟在失业20多年后找到了自己的使命——在社交媒体上教授量子力学。 【21题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：来自中国西北部青海省的李巍，因在抖音上以通俗易懂的方式教授科学而走红。A. evident清楚的；B. attractive吸引人的；C. effective有效的；D. popular受欢迎的。根据后文“Such is his popularity”指李伟在抖音上变得受欢迎。故选D。 【22题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：他的人气如此之高，他已经积累了180万粉丝。A. accumulated积累；B. told告诉；C. urged催促；D. admired钦佩。根据后文“1.8 million followers”指他已经积累了180万粉丝。故选A。 【23题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：“我不喜欢和人打交道，”李巍说。A. listening to听；B. waiting for等待；C. dealing with处理，打交道；D. talking about谈论。根据后文“in that field because of his personality”可知，李巍因为性格原因没有找到工作，推测他不爱和人打交道。故选C。 【24题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：他20年前获得了法学学士学位，但由于他的个性，他没有在那个领域找到工作。A. needed需要；B. gained获得；C. offered提议；D. refused拒绝。根据后文“a bachelor’s degree in law 20 years ago”指他20年前获得了法学学士学位，故选B。 【25题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：他20年前获得了法学学士学位，但由于他的个性，他没有在那个领域找到工作。A. employment就业；B. experts专家；C. information信息；D. applications申请。根据上文“after being unemployed for more than 20 years”可知，由于他的个性，他没有在那个领域找到工作。故选A。 【26题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：他职业生涯的转折点出现在两年前，当时他加入了朋友的光伏行业，并惊讶地发现很多人对这项技术一无所知。A. game游戏；B. career事业；C. relationship关系；D. growth成长。根据上文“after being unemployed for more than 20 years”可知，他由于个性的原因，职业遭遇了失败，而职业生涯的转折点出现在两年前，故选B。 【27题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：他职业生涯的转折点出现在两年前，当时他加入了朋友的光伏行业，并惊讶地发现很多人对这项技术一无所知。A. left离开；B. saved挽救；C. joined加入；D. believed相信。根据后文“his friend in the photovoltaic business”指他加入了朋友的光伏行业。故选C。 【28题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：他职业生涯的转折点出现在两年前，当时他加入了朋友的光伏行业，并惊讶地发现很多人对这项技术一无所知。A. anxious焦虑的；B. horrified害怕的；C. surprised惊讶的；D. eager渴望的。根据后文“to find that lots of people have no knowledge of the technology”指他加入了朋友的光伏行业，并惊讶地发现很多人对这项技术一无所知。故选C。 【29题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：光伏发电指的是一种特殊的电力系统，它从可再生的、取之不尽的能源（通常是太阳）中产生能量。A. results in导致；B. responds to回应；C. looks for寻找；D. refers to参考，指的是。根据后文“a special electrical system”是在解释光伏发电指的是一种特殊的电力系统，故选D。 【30题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：光伏发电指的是一种特殊的电力系统，它从可再生的、取之不尽的能源（通常是太阳）中产生能量。A. strange奇怪的；B. reputable声誉好的；C. secret秘密的；D. renewable可再生的。根据后文“and inexhaustible source, usually the sun”可知，太阳能是可再生能源。故选D。 【31题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：带着帮助人们理解的强烈愿望，李巍想出了用简单的日常词汇（没有术语）制作科学视频的想法。A. desire渴望；B. tradition传统；C. character性格；D. knowledge知识。根据后文“to help people understand”此处指他渴望帮助人们了解这个行业。故选A。 【32题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：带着帮助人们理解的强烈愿望，李巍想出了用简单的日常词汇（没有术语）制作科学视频的想法。A. full满的；B. free免于，免费的；C. true真的；D. aware意识到的。根据上文“using simple everyday words”可知，李巍想出了用简单的日常词汇，即没有术语，制作科学视频的想法。短语free of表示“没有……的”。故选B。 【33题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：当他制作更多的教学视频时，他开始意识到自己很擅长，并将他的学科扩展到量子力学和生命科学。A. introduced介绍；B. expanded扩大；C. found找到；D. chose选择。根据上文“he began to realize he was good at it and”可知，当他制作更多的教学视频时，他开始意识到自己很擅长，并扩大了科目范围，并将他的学科扩展到量子力学和生命科学。故选B。 【34题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：尽管经历了一系列的失败，他最终还是找到了自己的使命。A. caring看护工作；B. ending结束；C. setting设置；D. calling使命。呼应上文“A 40-year-old man in China found his calling”指他最终还是找到了自己的使命。故选D。 【35题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：做我们喜欢的事永远不会太晚。A. late迟的，晚上的；B. busy忙碌的；C. good好的；D. easy容易的。根据后文“to do what we enjoy”此处强调做我们喜欢的事永远不会太晚（late）。故选A。 第二节 (共10小题，每小题1. 5分，满分15分) 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(不多于3个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。 As a distinctive visual art symbol of China, Chinese paper cutting, has been around for centuries. With ___36___ (simple) a piece of paper and a pair of scissors, diverse patterns ranging from portraits to animal zodiacs ____37____ (create) with delicate designs. Due to their ____38____ (culture) value and low cost, Chinese paper cut-outs are popular ornaments used to decorate windows and mirrors. When light shines through the negative spaces of the cut-outs, ____39____ elegant pattern is formed indoors. ____40____ (refer) to as ‘window flowers’, the pretty cut-outs decorating windows are significant in Chinese traditional culture. The oldest ____41____ (survive) paper cut-out is a symmetrical (对称的) circle from the 6th century found in Xinjiang, China. The art of Chinese paper cutting is believed ____42____ (originate) in China even before the invention of paper by Cai Lun in 105 CE. There have been documentaries ____43____ record the Chinese using other thin materials such as leaves, silk, and leather to carve hollowed patterns. It was found that during the Western Zhou Dynasty (1046-771 BC), people had already cut tree leaves into various art forms ____44____ given them out as presents. They created paper-cuts to depict beautiful things, worship, and express good _____45_____ (wish) . 【答案】36 simply 37. are created 38. cultural 39. an 40. Referred 41. surviving 42. to have originated 43. which##that 44. and 45. wishes 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了剪纸的历史以及发展演变。 【36题详解】 考查副词。句意：只需一张纸和一把剪刀，就可以制作出从肖像到生肖等各种精美图案用副词simply，作状语，表示“只要、仅仅”。故填simply。 【37题详解】 考查时态语态。句意：只需一张纸和一把剪刀，就可以制作出从肖像到生肖等各种精美图案。主语patterns与谓语构成被动关系，且陈述事实用一般现在时的被动语态，谓语用复数。故填are created。 【38题详解】 考查形容词。句意：由于其文化价值和低廉的成本，中国剪纸是装饰窗户和镜子的流行饰品。修饰名词value应用形容词cultural，故填cultural。 【39题详解】 考查冠词。句意：当光线透过剪纸的负空间照射到室内时，就会形成优雅的图案。此处pattern为泛指，且elegant是发音以元音音素开头的单词，故填an。 【40题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：这种美丽的窗花在中国传统文化中具有重要意义，被称为“窗花”。短语be referred to as，表示“被称为”，此处过去分词作状语，首字母大写。故填Referred。 【41题详解】 考查形容词。句意：现存最古老的剪纸是6世纪在中国新疆发现的一个对称圆形。修饰名词paper cut-out应用形容词surviving，表示“现存的”。故填surviving。 【42题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：中国剪纸艺术被认为起源于中国，甚至在公元105年蔡伦发明纸之前。短语be believed to do sth.，且此处表示动作先于believe发生，应用to have done形式。故填to have originated。 【43题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：有一些纪录片记录了中国人使用其他薄材料，如树叶、丝绸和皮革雕刻镂空图案。定语从句修饰先行词documentaries，在从句作主语，指物，故填which/that。 【44题详解】 考查连词。句意：人们发现，在西周时期（公元前1046-771年），人们已经把树叶切割成各种各样的艺术形式，并作为礼物送给别人。结合前后文语境可知为并列关系，应用连词and。故填and。 【45题详解】 考查名词的数。句意：他们创造剪纸来描绘美丽的事物，崇拜，表达美好的祝愿。此处wish数量大于一应用复数形式。故填wishes。 第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分) 第一节 (满分 15 分) 46. 假设你是李华，上周六你班参观了当地的传统手工作坊（handicraft workshop），请你写一则短文向校英文报投稿。内容包括： 1. 你的经历； 2. 你的收获。 注意：1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 A Memorable Visit to a Handicraft Workshop ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】One possible version: A Memorable Visit to a Handicraft Workshop Last Saturday, our class went on a journey through time to a local handicraft workshop, where the art of making is not just an exceptional skill, but a living, breathing tradition. As we stepped into the workshop, the air was filled with the scent of clay and the soft hum of tools at work. Stunned by a wide array of delicate ceramics, I embarked on my first attempt at a vase under the guidance of a seasoned craftsman. With the wheel spinning and clay taking form under my hands, I was overwhelmed with thrill and satisfaction. This experience has left me with a newfound respect for the art of making and deeper insights into the cultural heritage that the craft represents. 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生写一则短文向校英文报投稿，说明参观当地的传统手工作坊的经历。 【详解】1.词汇积累 充满：be filled with→be full of 杰出的：exceptional→outstanding 传统：tradition→custom 满意：satisfaction→content 2.句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：With the wheel spinning and clay taking form under my hands, I was overwhelmed with thrill and satisfaction. 拓展句：When I had the wheel spinning and clay under my hands, I was overwhelmed with thrill and satisfaction. 【点睛】[高分句型1] Last Saturday, our class went on a journey through time to a local handicraft workshop, where the art of making is not just an exceptional skill, but a living, breathing tradition. (运用了where引导非限制性定语从句) [高分句型2] With the wheel spinning and clay taking form under my hands, I was overwhelmed with thrill and satisfaction. (运用了with的复合结构) 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。 Knock-knock-knock. “Hello?” I called timidly through my cousin Anita’s bedroom door. No answer. There’s no way she forgot I was moving in today, right? I thought. “Anita? It’s me, Norah! ” I called again. I had only met my cousin once a couple of years ago when Anita and Aunt Sonam had flown to California to visit. Mom had hoped Anita and I would be friends. But all Anita wanted to talk about was soccer, which was practically a foreign language to me. Secretly, I had felt relieved when the visit was over. Now, I was standing in my aunt’s tiny apartment in New York City, and there was still no answer from Anita. I knocked again, a little louder this time. Finally, Anita opened the door. She apologized, saying she had been listening to music. But instead of inviting me in, Anita frowned at my massive suitcase. Behind her, I could see a blue beanbag chair crowded next to a bunk bed (上下铺). In my old room in California, I’d had a double bed all to myself, and my original artwork had covered all the walls. Anita’s walls, on the other hand, were covered with posters of the U. S. women’s soccer team. I didn’t see any free space to hang anything else. “C-can I come in?” I asked, blushing. Anita nodded, but she barely moved. I had no choice but to squeeze by her into the room. I put my stuff against the wall and Anita started bouncing the soccer ball from her foot to her knee and back again. Suddenly, her foot kicked the ball at an odd angle, and it accidentally flew toward me. “Whoops! ” Anita called. “Think fast!” But I was still taking in the surroundings, so the ball caught me off guard and bounced off my shoulder. Forcing a smile, I pretended it didn’t bother me. Unsure of what to do, I took out my sketchbook (素描本) and colored pencils and sat down. Just holding my sketchbook made me feel more at ease. I started sketching aimlessly while Anita went back to bounce her ball. Suddenly, it dawned on me that I could draw Anita in action. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Anita studied the drawing carefully. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】范文 Suddenly, it dawned on me that I could draw Anita in action. Quickly turning to a blank page, I broadly outlined the shape of my cousin bouncing the soccer ball. My spirits rose with each new line I drew. It was true that I didn’t enjoy playing sports, but I was really enjoying the challenge of trying to sketch my cousin in action! Although it was my first attempt at something like this, I was pleased with the way I’d captured the energy of Anita’s movements. As I was examining my drawing, I didn’t notice the soccer ball was no longer bouncing. I glanced up to see Anita curiously eyeing my drawing. Nervously, I handed the sketchbook to her. Anita studied the drawing carefully. I resisted the urge to grab the sketchbook and hide. She must think it was totally weird. However, Anita said it was awesome and asked if she could have it. Before I could respond, she had already ripped the drawing out of the sketchbook. Then Anita rummaged through a drawer for a tape, saying that she wasn’t really into art, but thought the drawing should definitely be on display in “our room”. After taping the drawing over one of her posters, Anita said a few changes needed to be made around the room if I was moving in. With a broad smile, I picked up Anita’s soccer ball and tossed it toward my new roommate. “Think fast! ” 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，文章讲述了主人公诺拉搬到纽约姨妈家与表妹安妮塔同住，尽管两人兴趣不同且初次相处略显尴尬，但通过一次意外的素描交流，两人的关系开始有了转机，诺拉为安妮塔画了一幅素描，而安妮塔也对房间布置提出了建议，故事展现了两人之间初识的微妙变化和可能的新友谊。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“突然，我意识到我可以画出安妮塔的动作。”可知，第一段可描写虽然作者不喜欢运动，但是作者尝试使用画画的方式捕捉了表弟运动的动作，并且也尝试着画出安妮塔的动作。当作者在检查自己的画作时，安妮塔发现了作者所创作的画。 ②由第二段首句内容“安妮塔仔细研究那幅画。”可知，第二段可描写安妮塔非常喜欢作者的所作的画，并指出虽然自己对艺术不感兴趣，但是对作者创作的这幅画作很感兴趣，并与作者提议将这幅画贴在自己的一张海报上，并且在自己搬进来之前，房间布置需要做一些改变。 2.续写线索： 作者先勾勒出表弟踢球的样子——捕捉到安妮塔的动作——安妮塔好奇并发现了作者的创作——安妮塔称赞作者的画——安妮塔对房间布置提出建议——安妮塔同意与作者成为室友 3.词汇激活 行为类 ①检查：examine/check ②.抬头看：glance up to see/raise head to watch ③.扔向：toss toward/throw at 情绪类 ①.感到愉快的：pleased/amused/cheerful ②.带着灿烂的微笑：with a broad smile/with a gleaming smile 【点睛】[高分句型1]. Although it was my first attempt at something like this, I was pleased with the way I’d captured the energy of Anita’s movements.（although引导让步状语从句以及省略引导词that引导的定语从句） [高分句型2]. Then Anita rummaged through a drawer for a tape, saying that she wasn’t really into art, but thought the drawing should definitely be on display in “our room”.（使用现在分词作状语以及that引导宾语从句的结构） 1-5CCABA 6-10CCBAB 11-15AABBC 16-20ABACB 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 2023级高二年级第一学期期中考试 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。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。 例: How much is the shirt? A. £19.15. B.£9.18. C.£9.15. 答案是C。 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. What does Adele probably like? A Sandwiches. B. Noodles. C. Hamburgers. 2. What are the speakers going to do next? A. Book some seats. B. Take another train. C. Have a rest. 3. Why did the woman take the test? A. For a job. B. For a certificate. C. For a promotion. 4. What is Mary doing? A. Enjoying a holiday. B. Seeing someone off. C. Visiting a relative. 5. What is the man? A. A salesman. B. A teacher. C. A doctor. 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 could the woman learn in the class? A. Tea tasting. B. Tea planting. C. Tea making. 7. What kind of class will the woman register? A. A 3-people class. B. A private class. C. An 8-people class. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. What did Alice start baking for? A. Competition. B. Relaxation. C. Experiment. 9. What is Alice's key to successful baking? A. Practicing a lot. B. Using secret recipes. C. Buying fresh ingredients. 10. What advice does Alice give to beginners? A. Aiming for perfection. B. Learning from mistakes. C. Sticking to simple recipes. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. Why is Jeff watching Zootopia? A. He wants to refresh his memory. B. He plans to research the second movie. C. He intends to have a discussion about it. 12. What does Jeff like most about the Chinese cartoon movies? A. Appealing plots. B. Special effects. C. Background music. 13. What will the woman. do? A. Turn to Disney movies. B. Watch The Monkey King. C. Stop exploring Chinese cartoons. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14. What is the feature of the new event? A. It is newly invented. B. It is street-inspired. C. It is from Paris. 15. Why was the new sport included in the Olympics? A. To bring energy to people. B. To enrich the special history. C. To engage younger audience. 16. How was the wave in surfing competition created? A. It was man-made. B. It remained a secret. C. It rose from a natural tide. 17. What does Jack think of introducing the new sports? A. Reasonable. B. Meaningful. C. Innovative. 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18. What is“Life in Perspective”? A. A magazine column. B. A national newspaper. C. A poetry collection. 19. What is Watson famous for? A. Her love for life. B. Her art talent. C. Her sharp insights. 20. When did Watson join Culture Monthly? A. In 2023. B. In 2021. C. In 2019. 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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A We have designed four different courses for people with a passion for learning Chinese. The following is the basic information of these courses. ★Course A is designed for those who have basic knowledge of the Chinese language. (May 28 to September 7) Learning Objectives: A variety of activities such as songs, games, etc., are carefully designed to motivate the students to learn. Each lesson has a song using all the new words and sentences. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to conduct conversations in Chinese, talk about your will and ability, and express an unhealthy condition when seeing a doctor. ★Course B is a 1-on-1 course with a live teacher, whose aim is to help total beginners. (June 5 to August 20) Learning Objectives: The series of courses is designed to emphasize the development of communication skills in listening and speaking. Recognizing characters and writing characters are also the focus of the courses. Learning Content: Master the pronunciation of nearly 60 frequently used Chinese words. You’ll be able to count numbers, and say hello and family members correctly. You’ll be able to tell names and ages, and introduce yourself briefly. ★Course C provides a 40-period entry level program of business Chinese, which is designed for beginners of business Chinese. (June 17 to September 16) Learning Objectives: This course contains 20 unites of business situation modules to describe the entire process and each phrase of business activities. Upon completion of this course, you will learn to greet people, introduce yourself and make schedules. ★Course D is for learners who have a weak foundation of Chinese learning but plan or hope to travel to China. (July 28 to October 7) Learning Objectives: Grasp the required communication skills when traveling in China; get to know related culture knowledge for communication with Chinese people; learn the possible emergencies and solutions when traveling in China. Learning Content: The possible scenes to be encountered during a travel are included in the course, including asking directions, ordering food, asking for help, shopping, etc. The course consists of the basic words and grammar. 1. Which of the four courses begins the earliest? A. Course A. B. Course B. C. Course C. D. Course D. 2. What is special about Course B? A. It provides a tutor. B. The teacher does a full-time job. C. It focuses on teaching methods. D. It improves communication skills. 3. For which course will a man most probably go if he plans a tour to China? A. Course A. B. Course B. C. Course C. D. Course D. B Since young children went back to school across Sweden recently, many of their teachers have been putting a new emphasis on printed books, quiet reading time and handwriting practice, and devoting less time to tablets, independent online research and keyboarding skills. The return to more traditional ways of learning is a response to politicians and experts questioning whether Sweden’s hyper-digitalized approach to education, including the introduction of tablets in nursery schools, had led to a decline in basic skills. Sweden’s minister for schools, Lotta Edholm was one of the biggest critics of the all-out embrace of technology. “Sweden’s students need more textbooks,” Edholm said in March. “Physical books are important for student learning.” The minister announced in August that the government wanted to change the decision by the national agency for education to make digital devices compulsory in preschools. It plans to go further and to completely end digital learning for children under age six, the ministry has told the Associated Press. Although Sweden’s students score above the European average for reading ability, an international assessment of fourth-grade reading levels, the Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS), highlighted a decline among Sweden’s children between 2016 and 2021. In comparison, Singapore — which topped the rankings — improved its PIRLS reading scores from 576 to 587 during the same period, and England’s average reading achievement score fell only slightly, from 559 in 2016 to 558 in 2021. An overuse of screens during school lessons may cause youngsters to fall behind in core subjects, education experts say. “There’s clear scientific evidence that digital tools impair rather than enhance student learning,” Sweden’s Karolinska Institute, a highly respected medical school focused on research, said in a statement in August on the country’s national digitalization strategy in education. “We believe the focus should return to acquiring knowledge through printed textbooks and teacher expertise, rather than acquiring knowledge primarily from freely available digital sources that have not been checked for accuracy.” the school added. 4. Why do Swedish schools return to paper books? A. To cater to parents’ increasing needs. B. To help with children’s independent learning. C. To overcome children’s addiction to digital tools. D. To avoid possible decline in children’s basic skills. 5. What does the underlined words “all-out embrace” mean in Paragraph 3? A. Total acceptance. B. Creative use. C. Rapid development. D. Serious addiction. 6. What might Karolinska Institute agree with? A. Teachers should acquire more knowledge. B. Knowledge from digital tools may not be reliable. C Digital tools smooth out learning barriers for children. D. The accessibility to digital sources should be improved. 7. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text? A. Swedish Children’s Return to Paper B. Problems with Children’s Education C. Popularity of Digitalization in Sweden D. Enhancement of Teaching Strategies in Sweden C A recent study from the University of Guelph in Canada has revealed a surprising discovery about common eastern bumblebees (大黄蜂): These insects can survive underwater for up to a week. This finding, published in the journal Biology Letters, came about due to an experimental error when researchers placed hibernating (冬眠的) queen bumblebees in water and found them alive days later. The discovery has impressed scientists. particularly because bumblebees are land-based creatures not typically associated with water environments. Nigel Raine, a professor in the school of environmental sciences at the university and the study’s lead author, expressed his astonishment at the results. To further explore this phenomenon, Raine and his team conducted an experiment involving 143 hibernating queen bumblebees. They discovered that those placed underwater for up to seven days had similar survival rates to those not, indicating that the bees’ ability to survive such conditions may be more common than previously thought. The research underlines the strength of bumblebees during their hibernation period. a critical phase in their life cycle that has remained largely unexplored. Queen bumblebees typically hibernate alone in small holes during the cold months, which are believed to protect them from flooding. However, this study reveals that these bees possess an unexpected adaptation, allowing them to survive even in flooded conditions. Given these findings, one possible explanation for their survival is diapause, a state of suspended growth and reproduction characterized by reduced oxygen intake. During this state. bumblebees may close their spiracles (气孔) to prevent water from entering their bodies, and they might also breathe through their skin. This energy-saving mode is likely a key factor in their ability to survive beneath the water. Raine emphasized the importance of understanding these mechanisms, as it could have significant implications for the study of wild insects that help with plant reproduction, which are crucial for food security and ecosystem health, His team’s research will aim to determine whether hibernating queens can survive even longer periods underwater and if similar strength exists in other bee species. 8. What do we know about the finding? A. It matched prior beliefs. B. It concerned sea insects. C. It was fully anticipated. D. It was made by accident. 9. What can be inferred about bumblebees from paragraph 3? A. They hibernate in groups for protection. B. They are always protected from flooding. C. They have a hidden adaptation mechanism. D. They reproduce better in flooded conditions. 10 What may Nigel Raine do in the future? A. Secure research patents. B. Prioritize dietary security. C. Conduct further research. D. Raise ecological awareness. 11. Which is the most suitable title for the text? A. Bumblebee Reproductive Habits B. Bumblebee Hibernation Patterns C. Scientists’ Experimental Methods D. Bumblebee Survival Underwater D Chinese scientists have created a breakthrough fibre that can be woven into warm, lightweight clothing using aerogel, a thermal insulation (热绝缘) material mainly used in the aerospace industry. Aerogel, notable for their performance and durability, could have various applications. As the world’s lightest solid material, it has long been valued for its thermal insulation properties. Traditional aerogel, made by replacing the liquid in aerogel with air, is extraordinarily light, resembling a solid cloud of smoke. Its high porosity (多孔性) gives it exceptional heat resistance, but this also makes it fragile and challenging to process, limiting its use in civilian applications. But now, researchers at Zhejiang University have overcome aerogel’s fragility and designed an encapsulated aerogel fibre ( EAF) with similar thermal insulation mechanisms-after being inspired by the structure of polar bear hair. The China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation as well as Nasa have used EAF in Mars rovers, which endure extreme temperatures ranging from thousands of degrees during the Martian landing to -130 degrees Celsius (-202 degrees Fahrenheit) on the planet’s surface. In an experiment, a volunteer wore textiles (纺织品) made of EAF, down, wool, and cotton in a-20 degree Celsius environment. The surface temperatures of these materials were 3.5 degrees, 3.8 degrees, 7.2 degrees, and 10.8 degrees respectively, indicating the superior insulation of EAF. They showed the practicality of EAF by weaving a jumper and comparing its thermal insulation to common textile materials. As well as being strong and stretchable, EAF can also be washed and dyed, improving its use in practical applications. Traditional silica aerogel will absorb water and collapse on itself. As a result, it quickly loses its thermal insulation qualities in wet or humid environments. However, EAF maintains its performance even after machine washing. Professor Zhang Xuetong of the Suzhou Institute of Nano-tech and Nano-bionics at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, highlighted the potential of the aerogel fibres in advanced thermal textiles. As well as its potential for civilian use, EAF fibre also holds promise for industries that are already familiar with aerogels. “EAF textiles feature excellent thermal insulation and multifunction and have great potential in areas such as military uniforms and spacesuits in extremely cold environments,” professor Zhang noted in a paper. However, he also noted the gap between existing technology and capacity for mass production. Challenges exist regarding how to develop fast spinning technology and resolve the continuous fabrication that is necessary for mass production. 12. What is the characteristic of traditional aerogel? A. It can be easily processed. B. It is resistant to high temperatures. C. It is a solid cloud of smoke. D. It can effectively insulate electricity. 13. What is EAF’s advantage in enduring extreme temperature based on? A. Research statistics. B. Public comments. C. Scientific prediction. D. Commercial reports. 14. Professor Zhang Xuetong’s study found that mass production could be possible if _______. A. advancement is made in thermal textiles B. there exists need for continuous fabrication C. barriers in fast spinning technology are overcome D. aerogel’s strengths and weaknesses get balanced 15. What is the text mainly about? A. The development of aerogel fibre. B. The potential use of biomimetic fibre. C. Great breakthrough in aerospace industry. D. China’s newly-woven clothing made from aerogel. 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。 Art comes in two main categories: realistic and abstract. Realistic art aims to show real-life scenes, people, and objects exactly as they appear. It involves paying close attention to details, making things look like photographs.____16____. It’s more about expressing feelings, emotions, and ideas. Realistic art is easy to understand. Viewers can easily recognize what is portrayed. Take the Mona Lisa, for example—it’s a realistic painting of a lady with a mysterious smile.____17____, helping us to learn about the past. Unlike realistic art, abstract art is more about being creative. ____18____. They use shapes, colors and patterns to express feelings and ideas. Abstract art means different things to different people. Some people enjoy trying to figure out what the artwork conveys. _____19_____. Realistic art needs precision in drawing or sculpting to make things look real. Abstract art requires imagination to use shapes and colors in new ways. Many artists are skilled in both. They create realistic pieces to demonstrate their technical skills and abstract ones to display their creativity. As for personal preference, some people prefer the clear stories of realistic art while others are attracted to the mystery of abstract art, interpreting meanings in the shapes and forms. Together, the two kinds of art make the art world diverse and engaging.____20____. A. Both types of art take skills to make B. Photographs preserve faces of folks from long ago C. Grasping abstract art demands more artistic training D. Both ways of creating art have their own value and beauty E. In contrast, abstract art focuses less on realistic appearances F. Artworks like this tell stories about history and everyday life G. Artists have the freedom to go beyond real-life representations 第三部分：语言运用 (共两节，满分30分) 第一节 (共15小题； 每小题1分，满分15分) 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 A 40-year-old man in China found his calling—teaching quantum mechanics (量子力学) on social media—after being unemployed for more than 20 years. Li Wei, from Qinghai province in northwestern China, became ____21____ for teaching science in an easy-to-understand way on his Douyin account. Such is his popularity, he has ____22____ 1.8 million followers. “I don’t like ____23____ people,” Li said. He ____24____ a bachelor’s degree in law 20 years ago, but he did not find ____25____ in that field because of his personality. “I suffered a great failure,” he said. The turning point in his ____26____ came two years ago when he ____27____ his friend in the photovoltaic (光伏电池的) business and was ____28____ to find that lots of people have no knowledge of the technology. Photovoltaic ____29____ a special electrical system that produces energy from a ____30____ and inexhaustible source, usually the sun. With a strong ____31____ to help people understand, Li came up with the idea of creating clips to teach science using simple everyday words ____32____ of terms. As he created more teaching videos, he began to realize he was good at it and ____33____ his subjects to include quantum mechanics and life sciences. Despite experiencing a series of failures, he finally found his ____34____. It’s never too ____35____ to do what we enjoy. 21. A. evident B. attractive C. effective D. popular 22. A. accumulated B. told C. urged D. admired 23. A. listening to B. waiting for C. dealing with D. talking about 24. A. needed B. gained C. offered D. refused 25. A. employment B. experts C. information D. applications 26. A. game B. career C. relationship D. growth 27. A. left B. saved C. joined D. believed 28. A. anxious B. horrified C. surprised D. eager 29 A. results in B. responds to C. looks for D. refers to 30. A. strange B. reputable C. secret D. renewable 31. A. desire B. tradition C. character D. knowledge 32. A. full B. free C. true D. aware 33. A. introduced B. expanded C. found D. chose 34. A. caring B. ending C. setting D. calling 35. A. late B. busy C. good D. easy 第二节 (共10小题，每小题1. 5分，满分15分) 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(不多于3个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。 As a distinctive visual art symbol of China, Chinese paper cutting, has been around for centuries. With ___36___ (simple) a piece of paper and a pair of scissors, diverse patterns ranging from portraits to animal zodiacs ____37____ (create) with delicate designs. Due to their ____38____ (culture) value and low cost, Chinese paper cut-outs are popular ornaments used to decorate windows and mirrors. When light shines through the negative spaces of the cut-outs, ____39____ elegant pattern is formed indoors. ____40____ (refer) to as ‘window flowers’, the pretty cut-outs decorating windows are significant in Chinese traditional culture. The oldest ____41____ (survive) paper cut-out is a symmetrical (对称的) circle from the 6th century found in Xinjiang, China. The art of Chinese paper cutting is believed ____42____ (originate) in China even before the invention of paper by Cai Lun in 105 CE. There have been documentaries ____43____ record the Chinese using other thin materials such as leaves, silk, and leather to carve hollowed patterns. It was found that during the Western Zhou Dynasty (1046-771 BC), people had already cut tree leaves into various art forms ____44____ given them out as presents. They created paper-cuts to depict beautiful things, worship, and express good _____45_____ (wish) . 第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分) 第一节 (满分 15 分) 46. 假设你是李华，上周六你班参观了当地的传统手工作坊（handicraft workshop），请你写一则短文向校英文报投稿。内容包括： 1. 你的经历； 2. 你的收获。 注意：1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 A Memorable Visit to a Handicraft Workshop ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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。 Knock-knock-knock. “Hello?” I called timidly through my cousin Anita’s bedroom door. No answer. There’s no way she forgot I was moving in today, right? I thought. “Anita? It’s me, Norah! ” I called again. I had only met my cousin once a couple of years ago when Anita and Aunt Sonam had flown to California to visit. Mom had hoped Anita and I would be friends. But all Anita wanted to talk about was soccer, which was practically a foreign language to me. Secretly, I had felt relieved when the visit was over. Now, I was standing in my aunt’s tiny apartment in New York City, and there was still no answer from Anita. I knocked again, a little louder this time. Finally, Anita opened the door. She apologized, saying she had been listening to music. But instead of inviting me in, Anita frowned at my massive suitcase. Behind her, I could see a blue beanbag chair crowded next to a bunk bed (上下铺). In my old room in California, I’d had a double bed all to myself, and my original artwork had covered all the walls. Anita’s walls, on the other hand, were covered with posters of the U. S. women’s soccer team. I didn’t see any free space to hang anything else. “C-can I come in?” I asked, blushing. Anita nodded, but she barely moved. I had no choice but to squeeze by her into the room. I put my stuff against the wall and Anita started bouncing the soccer ball from her foot to her knee and back again. Suddenly, her foot kicked the ball at an odd angle, and it accidentally flew toward me. “Whoops! ” Anita called. “Think fast!” But I was still taking in the surroundings, so the ball caught me off guard and bounced off my shoulder. Forcing a smile, I pretended it didn’t bother me. Unsure of what to do, I took out my sketchbook (素描本) and colored pencils and sat down. Just holding my sketchbook made me feel more at ease. I started sketching aimlessly while Anita went back to bounce her ball. Suddenly it dawned on me that I could draw Anita in action. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Anita studied the drawing carefully. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1-5CCABA 6-10CCBAB 11-15AABBC 16-20ABACB 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$