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上海市青浦高级中学2024学年第一学期期末质量检测 高二 英语试卷 考试时间：120分钟 满分：140分 Ⅰ. Listening Comprehension 25% Section A 10 % Directions: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper;and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard. 1. A. In 2023. B. In 2025. C. In 2021. D. In 2020. 2 A. By car. B. On foot. C. By bus. D. By bike. 3. A. A policeman. B. A postman. C. A doctor. D. A teacher. 4. A. He has never seen such a big piece of cake. B. He doesn’t think the test is easy at all. C. He considers the test quite easy. D. He doesn’t want to have any cake now. 5. A. He didn’t sleep well last night. B. He worked some extra hours last night. C. He went to bed late last night. D. He listened to too much music last night. 6. A. She doesn’t like reading. B. She cannot afford an e-reader. C. She lacks money to buy books. D. She prefers physical books to e-books. 7. A. Having a large vocabulary. B. Reading widely. C. Doing enough exercises. D. Having a good habit. 8. A. A movie. B. A wedding ceremony. C. A concert. D. A honeymoon trip. 9. A. The elderly are good at using apps. B. The elderly don’t know how to use apps. C. The elderly can help to develop smart apps. D. The elderly are not to be ignored. 10. A. Jack’s father failed to keep his word. B. Jack failed to do well in the final exam. C. Jack’s father couldn’t set aside any time because of his work. D. Jack didn’t take the final exam. Section B 15% Directions: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation, and you will be asked several questions on each of the passages and the conversation. The passages and the conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard. Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage. 11. A. In her arm. B. In her lung. C. On her shoulder. D. In her back. 12. A. Over five years. B. About three months. C. Less than two weeks. D. A few months. 13. A. To find ways to help Mrs. Smith’s family. B. To inform an update on Mrs. Smith’s situation. C. To figure out what’s wrong with Mrs. Smith. D. To discuss the company’s helping policies. Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage. 14. A. Testing the strength of bamboo. B. Setting up official measurements. C. Standardizing test methods for bamboo. D. Growing more bamboo on the ground. 15. A. It’s round in shape and keeps its shape under pressure. B. It is strong, resilient and has a short harvest cycle. C. It is similar to steel in resilience and strength. D. It needs much loss resources than other building materials. 16. A. Bamboo can only be used in its native growing area. B. Bamboo is not suitable for construction. C. Bamboo is not so strong as hardwood or softwood. D. Bamboo is of poor quality and for poor people. Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation. 17. A. A school teacher. B. A librarian. C. A college admissions officer. D. A student counselor. 18. A. He lost the book. B. He was too busy with schoolwork. C. He didn’t like the book. D. He thought the due date was later. 19. A. He won’t be fined at all. B. He will only pay a reduced fine. C. He will have to pay the full fine for the extra days. D. He will get a warning and no fine. 20. A. It has a very lenient （宽大的） policy towards overdue books. B. It lacks an effective reminder mechanism for borrowers. C. It strictly enforces the due dates and fine policies. D It mainly focuses on the quantity of books borrowed rather than their return. Ⅱ. Grammar and vocabulary 20% Section A 10% Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word;for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank. Starbucks has a China problem;coffee and tea drinkers who want more for less Vivian Yan tried her first Starbucks coffee eight years ago. She was desperate for a jolt of caffeine at work, and the store was nearby. “It neither meant I love Starbucks,” she said, “___1___ was it my first choice.” These days, she thinks a cup of Starbucks is a little too expensive and prefers ___2___ (get) her coffee from McDonald’s. But what she really loves is ChaGee, HeyTea and other Chinese chains ___3___ sell coconut milk lattes, boba milk teas with cheese cream and sugary jasmine tea frappes. Ms. Yan’s preference for more diverse flavors poses an acute challenge for Starbucks. It is losing customers at a rapid pace. Today, consumers are ___4___ (interested) in foreign brands, more cost conscious and tempted by local rivals that are popping up on corners all around the country offering ___5___ a little different. Dozens of competitors to Starbucks spin out new flavors of tea and coffee every week, at lower prices, creating competition so fierce ___6___ Starbucks saw a 14 percent plunge in same-store sales in China in its most recent financial quarter. Mr. Niccol, who took over ___7___ Starbucks’s chief executive in September, said, “We need to figure out ___8___ we grow in the market now and into the future,” That growth ___9___ come with the help of a strategic partner, he added. Starbucks ____10____ (diversify) its menus in China, offering more milk teas and flavors that cater to local tastes, but they are typically more costly than their competitors and have occasionally missed the mark. Many young consumers in China are also eschewing foreign brands in favor of Chinese companies amid a wave of nationalism known as guochao, or Chinese fad. Starbucks has lost a lot of customers to Chinese brands. Section B 10% Directions: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need. A. integrate B. leap C. equal D. campaign E. sharp F. exposing G. embarrassed H. discreetly I. inviting J. carelessly K. disapproval From Chaos to Order: Our Dormitory Journey In our college dormitory, life used to be as carefree as a bird until one day, the school dropped a bombshell:for the next month, there would be a daily inspection to ensure all dorms were in flawless condition by 8 am ___11___. The news spread like wildfire, and it didn’t take long for the groans and complaints to fill the hallways. It was evident that a sense of ___12___ prevailed among the students. No one wanted to sacrifice their morning sleep and free time for this sudden cleanliness “___13___”. My roommate, Tom, was hit the hardest. His corner of the room was always a disaster zone, with garments tossed about ___14___ and a small mountain of empty snack wrappers. But we were well aware that we had to figure out a way to ___15___ this new rule into our daily lives if we wanted to avoid the dorm supervisor’s anger. We kicked things off by devising a plan. In a straightforward manner, plainly we divided the cleaning chores so that each of us had a (n) ___16___ load. I took on the task of sweeping the floor, while Tom was unwillingly tasked with tidying up his own mess. Initially, mornings were pure chaos. Tom would grumble as he attempted to cleanup, and more often than not, we’d find ourselves running behind. One day, as we were scrambling to meet the 8 am cutoff, Tom accidentally knocked over a pile of books, ___17___ a concealed collection of old magazines he’d been hiding under his bed. His ___18___ smile set off a wave of laughter among us. Despite the rocky start, we slowly but surely improved. We learned to handle our personal mess more ___19___ not wanting to add fuel to the chaos. As days passed, we found that things started to run more smoothly. And as the days rolled by, an unforeseen transformation occurred. Our dorm began to look truly ____20____ and we discovered that living in a clean space benefited our moods and study focus in ways we hadn’t expected, By the end of the inspection period, our dorm was among the top challengers for cleanliness. We didn’t seize any official honors, but we knew we’d achieved something remarkable. And Tom, he finally grasped the bonuses of being organized and vowed to keep his space spick-and-span from then on. It was a month filled with laughter, trials, and, in the end, personal development. Ⅲ. Reading comprehension 45% Section A 15% Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context. The Lego Example of Cultivating Loyalty Lego has been around for 91 years, and for much of that time, it’s been one of the world’s most popular toys. It’s currently the largest toy maker by revenue, and it has built arguably the world’s most loyal fanbase. Those fans aren’t just children, by the way. There are millions of passionate ___21___ who still love building with Lego bricks. Of all the brands you might come in contact with, Lego has maybe the most loyal fans of all. For years, Lego has done a lot of things to cultivate that loyalty. One of those things is the company’s loyalty program, previously known as Lego VIP. Last September, Lego announced ___22___ to the program, including giving it a new name:Lego Insiders. To call it a loyalty program isn’t entirely ___23___ —it’s a lot more than that. Lego Insiders is more of an ___24___ digital profile to access all of the company’s digital platforms. If for example, you sign up for one (like Insiders), you also get access to Lego Ideas and Lego Life, without signing up ___25___. It’s like the digital representation of your relationship with Lego. As a rewards program, there isn’t a lot new about Lego Insiders. You still earn points when you make purchases that you can use for various rewards, like discounts on purchases, digital downloads or other gifts. There is one thing, ___26___ that Lego’s most loyal fans can appreciate. You can now register previously purchased sets. Every set made since 2019 has included a QR code, and you can now register them, and they count towards your rewards points. This isn’t a huge change either, except it does something really smart: Letting customers register older purchases ___27___ that even if they didn’t have an account at the time they made a purchase, Lego still values their business and wants to reward them. For Lego, there is no ___28___ in letting people earn rewards. Lego’s ability to provide benefits ___29___ in direct relationship to the ability of a customer to earn those benefits. There is no limit to the number of $5 discounts Lego can give out if they are based on the amount of money you spent in the first place. It’s just a cost of doing business. When you think about it, this costs Lego almost ___30___, but the benefit is huge. Not only is this something every fan can appreciate, but there are also three reasons why I think this is an interesting lesson for every brand. First, Simple is almost always better. One of the best things about the change is that it makes things simpler for customers. You no longer need multiple accounts—your Lego Insider account gets you access to everything. The easier you make it for someone to be your customer, the more likely they’ll ___31___ around. Second, a rewards program should feel ___32___ . Companies spend a lot of time trying to figure out the right balance of benefits and rewards to give customers ___33___ their loyalty. The thing is, there’s usually a lot of math involved, but cultivating loyalty isn’t just about math. Letting people register sets they already bought is such a simple way to say, “We appreciate your loyalty.” Third, your most important job is to know your best customers. The challenge of every loyalty program is designing it in a way to reward customers for a specific type of behavior by giving them the benefits they want. As a business, you want your customers to behave a certain way-usually, you want them to buy more of your products. Figuring out what benefits will ___34___ that behavior is your most important job. That means understanding what really matters to your customers and giving them that. That ___35___ just what kind of rewards you hand out to your customers—it also involves the products you make in the first place. 21. A. kids B. adults C. students D. parents 22. A. limits B. challenges C. changes D. devotion 23. A. accurate B. beneficial C. hazardous D. risky 24. A. all-inclusive B. all-powerful C. all-purpose D. all-knowing 25. A. continuously B. constantly C. immediately D. separately 26. A. moreover B. still C. however D. otherwise 27. A. communicates B. fancies C. guesses D. suspects 28. A. obstacle B. harm C. disadvantage D. scarcity 29. A. declines B. scales C. jumps D. echoes 30. A. everything B. anything C. nothing D. something 31. A. stick B. consist C. look D. wander 32. A. demanding B. calculating C. satisfying D. rewarding 33. A. in memory of B. in search of C. in exchange for D. in honor of 34. A. abandon B. motivate C. sharpen D. conserve 35. A. centers around B. persist in C. sticks to D. go beyond Section B 22% Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have read. (A) When it comes to popular symbols of marriage, one cannot look past the wedding ring. The wedding ring serves as a perfect symbol of everlasting love — a ring is a circle and thus has no beginning or end, representing the never-ending union of marriage. Wedding rings have long and rich histories. Evidence suggests that wedding rings were used in ancient Egypt around 6,000 years ago. However, unlike the metals and gemstones used today, they were crafted from materials such as reeds, leather or bone. In the centuries that followed, the wedding ring tradition was picked up in the West, where it spread first in ancient Rome and Greece, subsequently throughout Europe during the Middle Ages and eventually to Eastern culture. Throughout history, the circular shape of the ring has endured, and so has the tradition of wearing it on the fourth finger of the left hand. The latter practice stemmed from an ancient belief that a vein ran directly from this finger to the heart. Although this belief has since been proved false, the custom has persisted. Regarding customs surrounding wedding rings, there was a time when only the bride wore a wedding ring. It wasn’t until the early 20th century that the practice of grooms wearing rings gained popularity. This change was influenced by soldiers going off to war, who wore rings as reminders of their loved ones waiting for them at home. Today, the exchange of wedding rings remains an integral part of the wedding ceremony, symbolizing the commitment and love shared between two individuals embarking on a life together. Wedding rings hold a symbolic significance that binds the two members of a married couple. In an ever-changing world, the wedding ring stands as an ancient tradition that is likely to continue for generations to come, reflecting the timeless and eternal love celebrated through marriage. 36. What is the main reason wedding rings are considered symbols of marriage? A They are made of precious materials. B. They have profound histories. C. They are worn on left hands. D. They have circular shapes. 37. According to the passage, what is an example of a common myth instead of a fact? A. Women were wearing wedding rings long before men were. B. One finger on the left hand contains a vein leading to the heart. C. Both ancient Romans and Egyptians wore the ring on the same finger. D. The wedding ring tradition began in Egypt thousands of years ago. 38. Which of the following aspects of a wedding ring is NOT discussed in the passage? A. How the tradition of it spread around the world. B. What couples do with their wedding rings. C. How to choose suitable wedding rings. D. Materials used to make early rings. 39. How does the author feel about the tradition of wedding rings? A. It will most likely last forever. B. It has already fallen out of date. C. It should be taken more seriously. D. It holds no significance in modern society. (B) What is it : Vertical gardens cover the walls of art centers and apartment blocks in many cities around the world but Mexico City is doing something more ambitious. Their “Verde Vertical” project is aimed at transforming hundreds of pillars that support overpasses into vertical gardens. How do people react: A spokesman from the company responsible for the gardens promises that pollution will be reduced and the cityscape will be improved: “We live in a very gray city, but as soon as we find a park, a green landscape, our mood-changes. This is going to change people’s routines.” When asked for comment, one driver said, “I drive to work every day on this road and there’s a lot of traffic. It’s stressful. Just seeing something green relaxes me, you know.” However, a pedestrian disagreed, “A road is a road. They can disguise it with these plants, but it doesn’t change anything.” What is its aim: The project aims to provide the city with an extra 40, 000 meters of greenery to improve both air quality and the mood of the city’s 20 million residents. The lives of those stuck in the city’s traffic jams should be improved greatly at least in theory! 40. Which of the following statements is true according to the passage? A. Vertical gardens can be used to decorate art centers. B. Vertical gardens can strengthen the pillars of overpasses. C. Vertical gardens have been greeted only with favorable comments. D. Vertical gardens will help ease traffic jams during rush hours. 41. The underlined word “disguise” most probably means ______. A. Support B. provide shelter for C. inspect D. change the appearance of 42. The purpose of the passage is ______. A. to campaign for the funding of the project B. to argue against the building of vertical gardens C. to introduce the project of vertical gardens D. to describe the functions of vertical gardens (C) Fear of technological progress is as old as technology itself, especially when it comes to its effect on employment. That is exactly what we are now seeing with automation, which is being described as a threat to the well-being of human beings. It cannot be denied that innovation including automation, disrupts existing industries and in turn the lives of individuals, families and communities. There is a long list of professions that no longer exist because of innovation, including elevator operators, telephone operators, and the list goes on. History, however, shows that we have more reasons for optimism than for fear. First, new technologies often lower costs while improving our overall quality of life. For example, robotic process automation (RPA) software is helping reduce administrative burdens by mimicking human actions and performing repetitive tasks, such as recording data. This automation is most needed in the U. S. health care industry, where the excessive amount of time spent on administrative tasks is causing physician burnout and higher fees. Second, new technologies often create jobs. The greater demand for new products increases demand for workers with the skills to develop, refine and use those goods. It’s true that the rise of new products and industries make older ones obsolete, but the same advancements that eliminated typists and human calculators also gave millions the chance to be developers, programmers, database administrators and broadband engineers. As stated by economist Alex Tabarrok, if technology didn’t create any jobs, “we would all be out of work because productivity has been increasing for two centuries”. And despite the alarmists, disruption doesn’t necessarily translate into social turmoil. Studies show that there is usually a significant lag time between the development and adoption of a given technology — sometimes up to four decades — giving workers time to adjust, gain new proficiencies and find jobs in new industries. Meanwhile, families and communities with higher standards of living thanks to technology are able to help those transitioning in a much more personal and dignifying way than a government-based approach. We should not fall into the trap of looking at a new innovation with the glass half-empty envisioning a worst-case scenario and failing to account for its net benefits. While automation and innovation can be difficult emotionally and affect people’s livelihoods, top-down policies, such as universal basic incomes or technology bans, suppress the freedom that innovation and human creativity need to flourish. Before we give in to mass hysteria or institute government-led “solutions”, let’s remember the myriad ways that innovation has removed barriers. 43. What causes the doctors to be exhausted in America according the passage? A. Doctors have to take care of too many patients in America. B. Doctors spend too much time on non-professional tasks. C. Doctors have to work harder to earn more and live a better life. D. Doctors have to work long time to compete with new technologies. 44. What does the writer suggest we should do to face the coming automation? A. Wait for the assistance from the government. B. Lower our expectation of the new technology. C. Learn some new skills to work as a programmer. D. Adjust ourselves to be familiar with new industries. 45. Which of the following doesn’t account for our optimistic attitude towards automation? A. Automation can save people a lot of money. B. Automation offers people new job opportunities. C. Automation brings improvement to people life. D. Automation will make old-fashioned jobs disappear. 46. What can we conclude from the passage? A. People used to embrace new technology with their open arms. B. New technology will definitely lead to some social disturbance. C. We should see the whole picture concerning new technology. D. The government is to blame for the problems brought by new technology. Section C 8% Directions : Read the following passage. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need. Stella McCartney’s Fashion Revolution The world of fashion has always been a fascinating realm, constantly evolving and reinventing itself. One name that has recently been making waves is Stella McCartney. When models walked down the runway wearing McCartney’s latest collection, the audience was captivated. The designs were a unique blend of modern aesthetics and sustainable materials. A particular dress made from recycled plastic bottles caught everyone’s eye. It shone under the lights, looking as glamorous as any dress made from traditional fabrics. Stella McCartney was born into a family with deep roots in the creative industries. Her father was Paul McCartney of the Beatles, a legendary figure in the music world. Growing up in such an environment, Stella was exposed to art, music, and fashion from a young age. ___47___ She decided to focus on fashion design, with a strong emphasis on environmental consciousness. She started her career by working with some of the top fashion houses in London. During this time, she learned the skills and improved her abilities. ___48___ In 2001, she launched her own brand, which was an instant hit. Her designs were not only stylish but also carried a message of sustainability. For example, she replaced leather with innovative vegan materials that looked and felt just like the real thing. In 2010, Stella was invited to collaborate with a major sportswear brand. This partnership brought her designs to a wider audience. ___49___ Her sportswear line was both functional and fashionable, appealing to athletes and fashion enthusiasts alike. It was a huge success, and she received rave reviews from critics and consumers. Today, Stella McCartney is a globally recognized name. Her brand is known for its commitment to sustainability and high-quality design. However, some might assume that her designs are only for a small group of people. ___50___ She has collections that range from haute couture to ready-to-wear, and her clothing can be seen on red carpets as well as on the streets. Whether it’s a beautiful evening gown or a casual T-shit Stella McCartney’s designs have something for everyone A. After that, she continued to expand her brand, introducing new collections every season. B. In fact, from the very beginning, she had a clear vision of what she wanted to achieve in fashion. C. It was not an easy journey, but she persevered and finally achieved her goal. D. Yet her work caters to a wide range of consumers with different tastes. E. Then, she gradually built up her reputation until she became famous. F. As a result, her brand gained even more popularity and her influence spread further. Ⅳ. Summary 10% 51. Directions: Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible. Online “friends” – a threat to development The impact of technology on the nature of our friendships has been a much - debated topic since the dramatic rise of social networks. Advances in mobile technology and social networking websites mean we spend more time online than ever before. It is therefore not surprising that so many psychologists, sociologists, and others are eager to give their thoughts on how this is impacting negatively on our society. There is one element of social networking that is deeply worrying. We find ourselves in a hyper - connected world where people access social media day and night, excited to make announcements about the tiniest details of their lives. Research is starting to show that this culture is negatively affecting not our friendships but our character. Professor Larry D. Rosen says that young people who overuse social networking sites can become ineffective, and display anti -social behavior in their offline lives. But perhaps an even more disturbing effect is that one of our most basic emotions seems to be disappearing --empathy. This is the emotion that allows us to see the world from our friends’ points of view. Without it, we are far less able to connect and form meaningful adult relationships. Professor Sherry Turkle suggests that people are no longer comfortable being alone. This is something confirmed by a study where 200 university students were asked to go without social media for 24 hours. Many admitted an addiction to their online social network; most complained that they felt cut off from family and friends. And yet being alone is a time when we self-reflect and get in touch with who we really are. It is only when we do this that we can make meaningful friendships with others. These potential changes in our characters are rather alarming, so it is clear that we can’t neglect those negative impacts of social networks. Ⅴ. Translation 15% 52. 那些有相同爱好的人更有可能成为好朋友。(identical)(汉译英) 53. 作者巧妙地将生动的描写与激动人心的情节相结合，使得他的小说让人爱不释手。 (couple) (汉译英) ________________________________________________________________________________________ 54. 在一个电子阅读器盛行的时代，我还是更喜欢纸质书，它能使我置身于书香之中。 (surround) (汉译英) ________________________________________________________________________________________ 55. 得益于科技的迅猛发展，在线学习越来越受欢迎，学生们得以订阅那些由全球知名教授授课的教育平台，进而拓宽自身的知识视野。 (thanks to) (汉译英) ________________________________________________________________________________________ Ⅵ. Guided writing 25% 56. Directions: Write an English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese. 学校正在筹划一年一度的“科技节（Tech Week）”， 为了让今年的科技节更出彩，有三种特色主题活动供大家投票选择：“生活中的科学现象展览”、“探访上海的高科技园区和企业（high-tech parks and companies）”和“知名理工科专家进课堂”。请选择你推荐的活动，并以李华的身份写一封信给学校，信的内容必须包括： ① 你的选择； ② 你选择的理由。 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 上海市青浦高级中学2024学年第一学期期末质量检测 高二 英语试卷 考试时间：120分钟 满分：140分 Ⅰ. Listening Comprehension 25% Section A 10 % Directions: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper;and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard. 1. A. In 2023. B. In 2025. C. In 2021. D. In 2020. 2. A. By car. B. On foot. C. By bus. D. By bike. 3. A. A policeman. B. A postman. C. A doctor. D. A teacher. 4. A. He has never seen such a big piece of cake. B. He doesn’t think the test is easy at all. C. He considers the test quite easy. D. He doesn’t want to have any cake now. 5. A. He didn’t sleep well last night. B. He worked some extra hours last night. C. He went to bed late last night. D. He listened to too much music last night. 6. A. She doesn’t like reading. B. She cannot afford an e-reader. C. She lacks money to buy books. D. She prefers physical books to e-books. 7. A. Having a large vocabulary. B. Reading widely. C. Doing enough exercises. D. Having a good habit. 8. A. A movie. B. A wedding ceremony. C. A concert. D. A honeymoon trip. 9. A. The elderly are good at using apps. B. The elderly don’t know how to use apps. C. The elderly can help to develop smart apps. D. The elderly are not to be ignored. 10. A. Jack’s father failed to keep his word. B. Jack failed to do well in the final exam. C. Jack’s father couldn’t set aside any time because of his work. D. Jack didn’t take the final exam. Section B 15% Directions: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation, and you will be asked several questions on each of the passages and the conversation. The passages and the conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard. Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage. 11. A. In her arm. B. In her lung. C. On her shoulder. D. In her back. 12. A. Over five years. B. About three months. C. Less than two weeks. D. A few months. 13. A. To find ways to help Mrs. Smith’s family. B. To inform an update on Mrs. Smith’s situation. C. To figure out what’s wrong with Mrs. Smith. D. To discuss the company’s helping policies. Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage. 14. A. Testing the strength of bamboo. B. Setting up official measurements. C. Standardizing test methods for bamboo. D. Growing more bamboo on the ground. 15. A. It’s round in shape and keeps its shape under pressure. B. It is strong, resilient and has a short harvest cycle. C. It is similar to steel in resilience and strength. D. It needs much loss resources than other building materials. 16. A. Bamboo can only be used in its native growing area. B. Bamboo is not suitable for construction. C. Bamboo is not so strong as hardwood or softwood. D. Bamboo is of poor quality and for poor people. Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation. 17. A. A school teacher. B. A librarian. C. A college admissions officer. D. A student counselor. 18. A. He lost the book. B. He was too busy with schoolwork. C. He didn’t like the book. D. He thought the due date was later. 19. A. He won’t be fined at all. B. He will only pay a reduced fine. C. He will have to pay the full fine for the extra days. D. He will get a warning and no fine. 20. A. It has a very lenient （宽大的） policy towards overdue books. B. It lacks an effective reminder mechanism for borrowers. C. It strictly enforces the due dates and fine policies. D. It mainly focuses on the quantity of books borrowed rather than their return. Ⅱ. Grammar and vocabulary 20% Section A 10% Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word;for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank. Starbucks has a China problem;coffee and tea drinkers who want more for less Vivian Yan tried her first Starbucks coffee eight years ago. She was desperate for a jolt of caffeine at work, and the store was nearby. “It neither meant I love Starbucks,” she said, “___1___ was it my first choice.” These days, she thinks a cup of Starbucks is a little too expensive and prefers ___2___ (get) her coffee from McDonald’s. But what she really loves is ChaGee, HeyTea and other Chinese chains ___3___ sell coconut milk lattes, boba milk teas with cheese cream and sugary jasmine tea frappes. Ms. Yan’s preference for more diverse flavors poses an acute challenge for Starbucks. It is losing customers at a rapid pace. Today, consumers are ___4___ (interested) in foreign brands, more cost conscious and tempted by local rivals that are popping up on corners all around the country offering ___5___ a little different. Dozens of competitors to Starbucks spin out new flavors of tea and coffee every week, at lower prices, creating competition so fierce ___6___ Starbucks saw a 14 percent plunge in same-store sales in China in its most recent financial quarter. Mr. Niccol, who took over ___7___ Starbucks’s chief executive in September, said, “We need to figure out ___8___ we grow in the market now and into the future,” That growth ___9___ come with the help of a strategic partner, he added. Starbucks ____10____ (diversify) its menus in China, offering more milk teas and flavors that cater to local tastes, but they are typically more costly than their competitors and have occasionally missed the mark. Many young consumers in China are also eschewing foreign brands in favor of Chinese companies amid a wave of nationalism known as guochao, or Chinese fad. Starbucks has lost a lot of customers to Chinese brands. 【答案】1. nor 2. to get 3. that##which 4. less interested 5. something 6. that 7. as 8. how 9. can 10. has diversified 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章讲述了星巴克在中国面临的困境，消费者因价格和口味偏好等原因，更倾向于本土品牌，导致星巴克在中国市场流失顾客，星巴克首席执行官表示需思考发展策略，且星巴克已尝试丰富菜单但效果不佳。 【1题详解】 考查固定短语。句意：“这既不意味着我喜欢星巴克，”她说，“也不是我的首选。”neither...nor...是固定短语，表示“既不……也不……”，nor是否定词，置句首全部倒装，故填nor。 【2题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：如今，她觉得一杯星巴克有点太贵了，更喜欢从麦当劳买咖啡。prefer to do sth.是固定用法，表示“更喜欢做某事”，且空白处表示在特定情况下更喜欢做某事，使用动词不定式，故填to get。 【3题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：但她真正喜欢的是茶颜悦色、喜茶和其他中国连锁店，这些店出售椰奶拿铁、加芝士奶油的珍珠奶茶和甜茉莉花茶星冰乐。这里需要一个关系代词来引导定语从句，先行词是ChaGee, HeyTea and other Chinese chains，在从句中作主语，使用关系代词that或which引导定语从句，故填that/which。 4题详解】 考查形容词比较级。句意：如今，消费者对外国品牌的兴趣降低，更注重成本，并且受到全国各地如雨后春笋般出现的提供略有不同产品的本土竞争对手的诱惑。根据后面的more cost conscious可知这里要用比较级，be interested in表示“对……感兴趣”，其比较级为be less interested in，故填less interested。 【5题详解】 考查代词。句意：如今，消费者对外国品牌的兴趣降低，更注重成本，并且受到全国各地如雨后春笋般出现的提供略有不同产品的本土竞争对手的诱惑。根据下文“a little different(略有不同)”可推理出空白处应填表示“某物”含义的代词，something表示“某物，某事”，符合语境，故填something。 【6题详解】 考查结果状语从句。句意：星巴克的数十个竞争对手每周都会推出新口味的茶和咖啡，价格更低，竞争如此激烈，以至于星巴克在最近一个财季在中国的同店销售额暴跌了14%。根据下文“Starbucks saw a 14 percent plunge in same-store sales in China in its most recent financial quarter(以至于星巴克在最近一个财季在中国的同店销售额暴跌了14%)”可知下文说的是因上文原因导致的结果，所以下文为结果状语从句，应使用“so...that... ”短语引导从句，表示“如此……以至于……”，故填that。 【7题详解】 考查介词。句意：尼科尔先生于9月接任星巴克首席执行官。take over as为固定短语，表示“接任，担任”，故填as。 【8题详解】 考查宾语从句。句意：我们需要弄清楚我们现在和未来如何在市场中发展。这是一个包含宾语从句的复合句，空白处在从句中做状语表示方式，使用连接副词how连接宾语从句，故填how。 【9题详解】 考查情态动词。句意：他补充说，这种增长可能需要战略合作伙伴的帮助。根据上文“we grow in the market now and into the future(我们现在和未来在市场中发展)”，可知这里表示一时的可能性，用情态动词can。故填can。 【10题详解】 考查时态。句意：星巴克已经在中国多样化其菜单，提供更多迎合当地口味的奶茶和口味，但它们通常比竞争对手更贵，并且偶尔会达不到预期。根据下文“offering more milk teas and flavors that cater to local tastes(提供更多迎合当地口味的奶茶和口味)”可知句子表示的是过去发生的动作对现在的影响，使用现在完成时，故填has diversified。 Section B 10% Directions: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need. A. integrate B. leap C. equal D. campaign E. sharp F. exposing G. embarrassed H. discreetly I. inviting J. carelessly K. disapproval From Chaos to Order: Our Dormitory Journey In our college dormitory, life used to be as carefree as a bird until one day, the school dropped a bombshell:for the next month, there would be a daily inspection to ensure all dorms were in flawless condition by 8 am ___11___. The news spread like wildfire, and it didn’t take long for the groans and complaints to fill the hallways. It was evident that a sense of ___12___ prevailed among the students. No one wanted to sacrifice their morning sleep and free time for this sudden cleanliness “___13___”. My roommate, Tom, was hit the hardest. His corner of the room was always a disaster zone, with garments tossed about ___14___ and a small mountain of empty snack wrappers. But we were well aware that we had to figure out a way to ___15___ this new rule into our daily lives if we wanted to avoid the dorm supervisor’s anger. We kicked things off by devising a plan. In a straightforward manner, plainly we divided the cleaning chores so that each of us had a (n) ___16___ load. I took on the task of sweeping the floor, while Tom was unwillingly tasked with tidying up his own mess. Initially, mornings were pure chaos. Tom would grumble as he attempted to cleanup, and more often than not, we’d find ourselves running behind. One day, as we were scrambling to meet the 8 am cutoff, Tom accidentally knocked over a pile of books, ___17___ a concealed collection of old magazines he’d been hiding under his bed. His ___18___ smile set off a wave of laughter among us. Despite the rocky start, we slowly but surely improved. We learned to handle our personal mess more ___19___ not wanting to add fuel to the chaos. As days passed, we found that things started to run more smoothly. And as the days rolled by, an unforeseen transformation occurred. Our dorm began to look truly ____20____ and we discovered that living in a clean space benefited our moods and study focus in ways we hadn’t expected, By the end of the inspection period, our dorm was among the top challengers for cleanliness. We didn’t seize any official honors, but we knew we’d achieved something remarkable. And Tom, he finally grasped the bonuses of being organized and vowed to keep his space spick-and-span from then on. It was a month filled with laughter, trials, and, in the end, personal development. 【答案】11. E 12. K 13. D 14. J 15. A 16. C 17. F 18. G 19. H 20. I 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。短文叙述了作者和室友打扫寝室的故事。 【11题详解】 考查副词。句意：在我们的大学宿舍里，生活曾经像小鸟一样无忧无虑，直到有一天，学校扔下了一个重磅炸弹：在接下来的一个月里，每天都要检查，确保所有的宿舍在早上8点整之前处于完美状态。sharp “正点，准时”符合句子，副词作状语。 故填E。 【12题详解】 考查名词。句意：很明显，一种不赞成的情绪在学生中盛行。根据上文“groans and complaints”可知，disapproval“不赞成”符合句意，作宾语。故K 。 【13题详解】 考查名词。句意：没有人愿意为了这场突如其来的清洁“运动”而牺牲早上的睡眠和空闲时间。名词campaign“战役”符合句意，作宾语。故填D 。 【14题详解】 考查副词。句意：他的房间一角总是一个灾区，衣服被随意地扔来扔去，还有一小堆空的零食包装纸。根据下文“a small mountain of empty snack wrappers”可知，carelessly“粗心地”符合句意，作状语。故填J。 【15题详解】 考查动词。句意：但我们很清楚，如果我们想避免宿舍管理员的愤怒，我们必须想办法把这个新规则融入我们的日常生活。way to do sth，integrate“融入”符合句意。故填A。 【16题详解】 考查形容词。句意：我们以一种直截了当的方式，简单明了地划分了清洁工作，这样我们每个人都有相同的工作量。根据上文“plainly we divided the cleaning chores”可知，equal“平等的”符合句意，作定语。故填C。 【17题详解】 考查动词。句意：一天，当我们忙着赶上午8点的截止时间时，汤姆不小心打翻了一堆书，露出了他藏在床底下的一堆旧杂志。expose “暴露”符合句意，与上文为主动关系，用现在分词。故填F。 【18题详解】 考查形容词。句意：他尴尬的微笑在我们中间引起一阵笑声。embarrassed“尴尬的”符合句意，作定语。 故填G。 【19题详解】 考查副词。句意：我们学会了更谨慎地处理我们的个人混乱，不想给混乱火上浇油。discreetly“谨慎地”符合句意，作状语。故填H。 【20题详解】 考查形容词。句意：我们的宿舍开始看起来真的很有吸引力，我们发现，生活在一个干净的空间里，我们的情绪和学习注意力得到了意想不到的改善。根据下文“we discovered that living in a clean space benefited our moods and study focus in ways we hadn’t expected,”可知，inviting“吸引人的”符合句意，作表语。填I。 Ⅲ. Reading comprehension 45% Section A 15% Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context. The Lego Example of Cultivating Loyalty Lego has been around for 91 years, and for much of that time, it’s been one of the world’s most popular toys. It’s currently the largest toy maker by revenue, and it has built arguably the world’s most loyal fanbase. Those fans aren’t just children, by the way. There are millions of passionate ___21___ who still love building with Lego bricks. Of all the brands you might come in contact with, Lego has maybe the most loyal fans of all. For years, Lego has done a lot of things to cultivate that loyalty. One of those things is the company’s loyalty program, previously known as Lego VIP. Last September, Lego announced ___22___ to the program, including giving it a new name:Lego Insiders. To call it a loyalty program isn’t entirely ___23___ —it’s a lot more than that. Lego Insiders is more of an ___24___ digital profile to access all of the company’s digital platforms. If, for example, you sign up for one (like Insiders), you also get access to Lego Ideas and Lego Life, without signing up ___25___. It’s like the digital representation of your relationship with Lego. As a rewards program, there isn’t a lot new about Lego Insiders. You still earn points when you make purchases that you can use for various rewards, like discounts on purchases, digital downloads or other gifts. There is one thing, ___26___ that Lego’s most loyal fans can appreciate. You can now register previously purchased sets. Every set made since 2019 has included a QR code, and you can now register them, and they count towards your rewards points. This isn’t a huge change either, except it does something really smart: Letting customers register older purchases ___27___ that even if they didn’t have an account at the time they made a purchase, Lego still values their business and wants to reward them. For Lego, there is no ___28___ in letting people earn rewards. Lego’s ability to provide benefits ___29___ in direct relationship to the ability of a customer to earn those benefits. There is no limit to the number of $5 discounts Lego can give out if they are based on the amount of money you spent in the first place. It’s just a cost of doing business. When you think about it, this costs Lego almost ___30___, but the benefit is huge. Not only is this something every fan can appreciate, but there are also three reasons why I think this is an interesting lesson for every brand. First, Simple is almost always better. One of the best things about the change is that it makes things simpler for customers. You no longer need multiple accounts—your Lego Insider account gets you access to everything. The easier you make it for someone to be your customer, the more likely they’ll ___31___ around. Second, a rewards program should feel ___32___ . Companies spend a lot of time trying to figure out the right balance of benefits and rewards to give customers ___33___ their loyalty. The thing is, there’s usually a lot of math involved, but cultivating loyalty isn’t just about math. Letting people register sets they already bought is such a simple way to say, “We appreciate your loyalty.” Third, your most important job is to know your best customers. The challenge of every loyalty program is designing it in a way to reward customers for a specific type of behavior by giving them the benefits they want. As a business, you want your customers to behave a certain way-usually, you want them to buy more of your products. Figuring out what benefits will ___34___ that behavior is your most important job. That means understanding what really matters to your customers and giving them that. That ___35___ just what kind of rewards you hand out to your customers—it also involves the products you make in the first place. 21. A. kids B. adults C. students D. parents 22. A. limits B. challenges C. changes D. devotion 23. A. accurate B. beneficial C. hazardous D. risky 24. A. all-inclusive B. all-powerful C. all-purpose D. all-knowing 25. A. continuously B. constantly C. immediately D. separately 26. A. moreover B. still C. however D. otherwise 27. A. communicates B. fancies C. guesses D. suspects 28. A. obstacle B. harm C. disadvantage D. scarcity 29. A. declines B. scales C. jumps D. echoes 30. A. everything B. anything C. nothing D. something 31. A. stick B. consist C. look D. wander 32. A. demanding B. calculating C. satisfying D. rewarding 33. A. in memory of B. in search of C. in exchange for D. in honor of 34. A. abandon B. motivate C. sharpen D. conserve 35. A. centers around B. persist in C. sticks to D. go beyond 【答案】21. B 22. C 23. A 24. A 25. D 26. C 27. A 28. D 29. B 30. C 31. A 32. D 33. C 34. B 35. D 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了乐高公司如何通过其忠诚计划（Lego Insiders）来培养客户忠诚度。乐高通过简化账户管理、允许注册以前购买的产品等方式，增强了客户体验和忠诚度。文章还指出，简单、令人满意的奖励计划以及了解客户需求是成功的关键。 【21题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：有数百万热情的成年人依然热衷于用乐高积木进行搭建。A. kids孩子们；B. adults成年人；C. students学生们；D. parents父母。根据上文“Those fans aren’t just children”可知，乐高的粉丝不仅仅是孩子们，因此这里指还有很多成年粉丝。故选B。 【22题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：去年9月，乐高宣布对该计划进行修改，包括给它起一个新名字：乐高内部人士。A. limits限制；B. challenges挑战；C. changes改变；D. devotion奉献。根据下文“including giving it a new name:Lego Insiders”可知，乐高对该计划进行了更改，包括为其起一个新名字。announce changes to为固定短语，意为“宣布对……的更改”。故选C。 【23题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：将其称为忠诚度计划并不完全准确 —— 它的意义远不止于此。A. accurate准确的；B. beneficial有益的；C. hazardous危险的；D. risky冒险的。根据下文“it’s a lot more than that”可知，因为它的意义远不止于此，所以称其为忠诚度计划并不完全准确。故选A。 【24题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：乐高会员更像是一个包罗万象的数字档案，借助它可以访问该公司所有的数字平台。A. all-inclusive包括一切的；B. all-powerful全能的；C. all-purpose多用途的；D. all-knowing无所不知的。根据下文“to access all of the company’s digital platforms”可知，乐高会员可以访问公司的所有数字平台，因此它是一个包含一切且具有全面性的数字档案。故选A。 【25题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：例如，如果你注册了一个（比如乐高会员），你无需另行分别注册，就能同时访问乐高创意和乐高生活。A. continuously连续不断地；B. constantly不断地；C. immediately立即；D. separately分别地。根据上文“If, for example, you sign up for one (like Insiders), you also get access to Lego Ideas and Lego Life, without signing up”可知，注册了乐高会员之后，就不需要为访问乐高创意和乐高生活这两个平台单独再注册。故选D。 【26题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：然而，有一件事是乐高最忠实的粉丝可以欣赏的。A. moreover而且；B. still仍然；C. however然而；D. otherwise否则。根据上文“As a rewards program, there isn’t a lot new about Lego Insiders. (作为一项奖励计划，乐高会员并没有太多新内容。)”可知，乐高会员作为奖励计划，并没有太多新意，因此这里表示转折，有一件事是乐高最忠实的粉丝能够欣赏的。however表示转折关系，符合语境。故选C。 【27题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：这同样也不算巨大的改变，只不过它确实有个巧妙之处：允许顾客登记以往购买的产品，这传递出一个信息，即即便顾客在购买时没有账户，乐高依然重视他们的生意，并且愿意给予奖励。A. communicates传达；B. fancies想象；C. guesses猜测；D. suspects怀疑。根据上文“Letting customers register older purchases”和下文“that even if they didn’t have an account at the time they made a purchase, Lego still values their business and wants to reward them”可知，让顾客注册旧购买记录传达了一个信息，即乐高重视他们的业务并想奖励他们。故选A。 【28题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：对于乐高来说，让人们获得奖励不存在资源稀缺的问题。A. obstacle障碍；B. harm伤害；C. disadvantage不利条件；D. scarcity稀缺。根据下文“in direct relationship to the ability of a customer to earn those benefits. There is no limit to the number of $5 discounts Lego can give out if they are based on the amount of money you spent in the first place. It’s just a cost of doing business. (这与顾客获取这些福利的能力直接相关。如果是以你最初的消费金额为依据，乐高给出5美元折扣的数量并无限制。这只不过是做生意的一项成本。)”可知，乐高能够根据顾客的消费提供相应的奖励，如果一个顾客花更多的钱，那么乐高就有能力提供更多的奖励，这只是一个经营成本的问题，因此，对于乐高来说，给予顾客奖励并不受到稀缺性的限制，因为它们提供的奖励是与顾客的消费直接相关的。故选D。 【29题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：乐高提供福利的能力与客户获得这些福利的能力直接相关。A. declines下降；B. scales衡量，按比例改变；C. jumps跳跃；D. echoes回声。根据下文“There is no limit to the number of $5 discounts Lego can give out if they are based on the amount of money you spent in the first place. (如果是以你最初的消费金额为依据，乐高给出5美元折扣的数量并无限制。)”可知，乐高提供福利的能力与客户获得这些福利的能力直接相关，并且两者能力成比例变化。故选B。 【30题详解】 考查代词词义辨析。句意：当你仔细考虑时，这几乎不需要乐高花费任何东西，但好处是巨大的。A. everything每件事物；B. anything任何事物；C. nothing没有什么；D. something某物。根据下文“but the benefit is huge”可知，收益是巨大的，but表转折，因此，此处表达的是乐高几乎不需要花费任何东西。故选C。 【31题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：你越容易让某人成为你的客户，他们就越有可能留下来。A. stick粘贴；B. consist组成；C. look看；D. wander徘徊。根据上文“The easier you make it for someone to be your customer”可知，此处表达的是你越容易让某人成为你的客户，他们就越有可能留下来。stick around为固定短语，意为“停留；呆在原处”。故选A。 【32题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：其次，奖励计划应该让人感到有回报。A. demanding要求高的；B. calculating精明的；C. satisfying令人满意的；D. rewarding有回报的。根据下文“Companies spend a lot of time trying to figure out the right balance of benefits and rewards”可知，公司花费大量时间试图在利益和奖励之间找到正确的平衡，也就是说要让顾客感受到被感激，所以此处表达的是奖励计划应让人感觉有回报。故选D。 【33题详解】 考查介词短语辨析。句意：公司花了很多时间，试图在利益和奖励之间找到正确的平衡，以换取客户的忠诚度。A. in memory of为了纪念；B. in search of寻找；C. in exchange for作为交换；D. in honor of向……致敬。根据上文“Companies spend a lot of time trying to figure out the right balance of benefits and rewards to give customers”和下文“cultivating loyalty isn’t just about math”可知，公司极力培养客户的忠诚度，他们花了很多时间来试图找出给予客户多少好处和奖励才能换取他们的忠诚的正确平衡。in exchange for为固定短语，意为“作为……的交换”。故选C。 【34题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：弄清楚什么样的好处会激励这种行为是你最重要的工作。A. abandon放弃；B. motivate激发；C. sharpen使尖锐；D. conserve保存。根据上文“The challenge of every loyalty program is designing it in a way to reward customers for a specific type of behavior by giving them the benefits they want. (每个忠诚度计划的挑战都是设计一种方式，通过给客户想要的好处来奖励他们特定类型的行为。)”可知，这里指福利会激发顾客购买更多产品的行为。故选B。 【35题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：这不仅仅关乎你向顾客发放何种奖励，还涉及到你最初生产的产品本身。A. centers around围绕；B. persist in坚持；C. sticks to坚持；D. go beyond超越。根据下文“just what kind of rewards you hand out to your customers—it also involves the products you make in the first place”可知，后文说还涉及产品本身，说明不只是围绕放何种奖励。go beyond为固定短语，意为“超越”。故选D。 Section B 22% Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have read. (A) When it comes to popular symbols of marriage, one cannot look past the wedding ring. The wedding ring serves as a perfect symbol of everlasting love — a ring is a circle and thus has no beginning or end, representing the never-ending union of marriage. Wedding rings have long and rich histories. Evidence suggests that wedding rings were used in ancient Egypt around 6,000 years ago. However, unlike the metals and gemstones used today, they were crafted from materials such as reeds, leather or bone. In the centuries that followed, the wedding ring tradition was picked up in the West, where it spread first in ancient Rome and Greece, subsequently throughout Europe during the Middle Ages and eventually to Eastern culture. Throughout history, the circular shape of the ring has endured, and so has the tradition of wearing it on the fourth finger of the left hand. The latter practice stemmed from an ancient belief that a vein ran directly from this finger to the heart. Although this belief has since been proved false, the custom has persisted. Regarding customs surrounding wedding rings, there was a time when only the bride wore a wedding ring. It wasn’t until the early 20th century that the practice of grooms wearing rings gained popularity. This change was influenced by soldiers going off to war, who wore rings as reminders of their loved ones waiting for them at home. Today, the exchange of wedding rings remains an integral part of the wedding ceremony, symbolizing the commitment and love shared between two individuals embarking on a life together. Wedding rings hold a symbolic significance that binds the two members of a married couple. In an ever-changing world, the wedding ring stands as an ancient tradition that is likely to continue for generations to come, reflecting the timeless and eternal love celebrated through marriage. 36. What is the main reason wedding rings are considered symbols of marriage? A. They are made of precious materials. B. They have profound histories. C. They are worn on left hands. D. They have circular shapes. 37. According to the passage, what is an example of a common myth instead of a fact? A. Women were wearing wedding rings long before men were. B. One finger on the left hand contains a vein leading to the heart. C. Both ancient Romans and Egyptians wore the ring on the same finger. D. The wedding ring tradition began in Egypt thousands of years ago. 38. Which of the following aspects of a wedding ring is NOT discussed in the passage? A. How the tradition of it spread around the world. B. What couples do with their wedding rings. C. How to choose suitable wedding rings. D. Materials used to make early rings. 39. How does the author feel about the tradition of wedding rings? A. It will most likely last forever. B. It has already fallen out of date. C. It should be taken more seriously. D. It holds no significance in modern society. 【答案】36. D 37. B 38. C 39. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了结婚戒指的象征意义、悠久而丰富的历史、早期制作材料、传播过程、相关传统等。 【36题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段中“The wedding ring serves as a perfect symbol of everlasting love—a ring is a circle and thus has no beginning or end, representing the never-ending union of marriage. (结婚戒指是永恒爱情的完美象征——戒指是一个圆圈，因此没有起点也没有终点，代表着婚姻的永恒)”可知，结婚戒指被认为是婚姻的象征的主要原因是它们的形状是圆形的。故选D项。 37题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中“Throughout history, the circular shape of the ring has endured, and so has the tradition of wearing it on the fourth finger of the left hand. The latter practice stemmed from an ancient belief that a vein ran directly from this finger to the heart. Although this belief has since been proved false, the custom has persisted. (纵观历史，圆形戒指的形状一直流传下来，把戒指戴在左手无名指上的传统也一直流传下来。后一种做法源于一种古老的信仰，即静脉直接从这只手指流向心脏。尽管这种信念后来被证明是错误的，但这种习俗仍然存在)”可知，左手的无名指上有一条通向心脏的静脉，这是一个常见的神话，而不是事实。故选B项。 【38题详解】 细节理解题。根据“However, unlike the metals and gemstones used today, they were crafted from materials such as reeds, leather or bone. In the centuries that followed, the wedding ring tradition was picked up in the West, where it spread first in ancient Rome and Greece, subsequently throughout Europe during the Middle Ages and eventually to Eastern culture. Throughout history, the circular shape of the ring has endured, and so has the tradition of wearing it on the fourth finger of the left hand. (然而，与今天使用的金属和宝石不同，它们是由芦苇、皮革或骨头等材料制成的。在接下来的几个世纪里，结婚戒指的传统在西方被继承，首先在古罗马和希腊传播，随后在中世纪传遍欧洲，最终进入东方文化。纵观历史，圆形戒指的形状一直流传下来，把戒指戴在左手无名指上的传统也一直流传下来)”可知，文章涵盖了用来制造早期戒指的材料，婚戒的传统是如何传播到世界各地的，情侣们怎么使用他们的婚戒的，未提及如何选择合适的婚戒。故选C项。 【39题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段中“In an ever-changing world, the wedding ring stands as an ancient tradition that is likely to continue for generations to come, reflecting the timeless and eternal love celebrated through marriage. (在这个瞬息万变的世界里，结婚戒指作为一种古老的传统，很可能会代代相传，反映出通过婚姻庆祝的永恒的爱情)”可知，作者觉得婚戒的传统很可能会永远延续下去。故选A项。 (B) What is it : Vertical gardens cover the walls of art centers and apartment blocks in many cities around the world but Mexico City is doing something more ambitious. Their “Verde Vertical” project is aimed at transforming hundreds of pillars that support overpasses into vertical gardens. How do people react: A spokesman from the company responsible for the gardens promises that pollution will be reduced and the cityscape will be improved: “We live in a very gray city, but as soon as we find a park, a green landscape, our mood-changes. This is going to change people’s routines.” When asked for comment, one driver said, “I drive to work every day on this road and there’s a lot of traffic. It’s stressful. Just seeing something green relaxes me, you know.” However, a pedestrian disagreed, “A road is a road. They can disguise it with these plants, but it doesn’t change anything.” What is its aim: The project aims to provide the city with an extra 40 000 meters of greenery to improve both air quality and the mood of the city’s 20 million residents. The lives of those stuck in the city’s traffic jams should be improved greatly at least in theory! 40. Which of the following statements is true according to the passage? A. Vertical gardens can be used to decorate art centers. B. Vertical gardens can strengthen the pillars of overpasses. C. Vertical gardens have been greeted only with favorable comments. D. Vertical gardens will help ease traffic jams during rush hours. 41. The underlined word “disguise” most probably means ______. A. Support B. provide shelter for C. inspect D. change the appearance of 42. The purpose of the passage is ______. A. to campaign for the funding of the project B. to argue against the building of vertical gardens C. to introduce the project of vertical gardens D. to describe the functions of vertical gardens 【答案】40. A 41. D 42. C 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了一项名为“Verde Vertical”的项目，该项目旨在将墨西哥城的数百个支撑立交桥的柱子改造成垂直花园。文章还提到了人们对这个项目的反应以及项目的具体目标。 40题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“Vertical gardens cover the walls of art centers and apartment blocks in many cities around the world but Mexico City is doing something more ambitious. Their “Verde Vertical” project is aimed at transforming hundreds of pillars that support overpasses into vertical gardens. (垂直花园覆盖了世界各地许多城市的艺术中心和公寓楼的墙壁，但墨西哥城正在做更雄心勃勃的事情。他们的“Verde Vertical”项目旨在将支撑立交桥的数百根柱子改造成垂直花园)”可知，垂直花园可以用来装饰艺术中心。故选A项。 【41题详解】 词句猜测题。根据画线词上文“However, a pedestrian disagreed, “A road is a road. They can disguise it with these plants, but it doesn’t change anything.” (然而，一个行人不同意，“路就是路。他们可以用这些植物来……它，但这不会改变什么。”)”可知，行人认为垂直花园并不能改变道路的本质，只是改变了它的外观而已。由此推知，画线词disguise意为“改变外观”。故选D项。 【42题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“Vertical gardens cover the walls of art centers and apartment blocks in many cities around the world but Mexico City is doing something more ambitious. Their “Verde Vertical” project is aimed at transforming hundreds of pillars that support overpasses into vertical gardens. (垂直花园覆盖了世界各地许多城市的艺术中心和公寓楼的墙壁，但墨西哥城正在做更雄心勃勃的事情。他们的“Verde Vertical”项目旨在将支撑立交桥的数百根柱子改造成垂直花园)”以及最后一段“The project aims to provide the city with an extra 40, 000 meters of greenery to improve both air quality and the mood of the city’s 20 million residents. The lives of those stuck in the city’s traffic jams should be improved greatly at least in theory(该项目旨在为城市增加40,000米的绿地，以改善空气质量和2000万居民的心情。那些被困在城市交通堵塞中的人的生活至少在理论上应该会得到很大改善)”可知，文章主要介绍了垂直花园，可推知，本文主要介绍了垂直花园这一项目。故选C项。 (C) Fear of technological progress is as old as technology itself, especially when it comes to its effect on employment. That is exactly what we are now seeing with automation, which is being described as a threat to the well-being of human beings. It cannot be denied that innovation including automation, disrupts existing industries and in turn the lives of individuals, families and communities. There is a long list of professions that no longer exist because of innovation, including elevator operators, telephone operators, and the list goes on. History, however, shows that we have more reasons for optimism than for fear. First, new technologies often lower costs while improving our overall quality of life. For example, robotic process automation (RPA) software is helping reduce administrative burdens by mimicking human actions and performing repetitive tasks, such as recording data. This automation is most needed in the U. S. health care industry, where the excessive amount of time spent on administrative tasks is causing physician burnout and higher fees. Second, new technologies often create jobs. The greater demand for new products increases demand for workers with the skills to develop, refine and use those goods. It’s true that the rise of new products and industries make older ones obsolete, but the same advancements that eliminated typists and human calculators also gave millions the chance to be developers, programmers, database administrators and broadband engineers. As stated by economist Alex Tabarrok, if technology didn’t create any jobs, “we would all be out of work because productivity has been increasing for two centuries”. And despite the alarmists, disruption doesn’t necessarily translate into social turmoil. Studies show that there is usually a significant lag time between the development and adoption of a given technology — sometimes up to four decades — giving workers time to adjust, gain new proficiencies and find jobs in new industries. Meanwhile, families and communities with higher standards of living thanks to technology are able to help those transitioning in a much more personal and dignifying way than a government-based approach. We should not fall into the trap of looking at a new innovation with the glass half-empty, envisioning a worst-case scenario and failing to account for its net benefits. While automation and innovation can be difficult emotionally and affect people’s livelihoods, top-down policies, such as universal basic incomes or technology bans, suppress the freedom that innovation and human creativity need to flourish. Before we give in to mass hysteria or institute government-led “solutions”, let’s remember the myriad ways that innovation has removed barriers. 43. What causes the doctors to be exhausted in America according the passage? A. Doctors have to take care of too many patients in America. B. Doctors spend too much time on non-professional tasks. C. Doctors have to work harder to earn more and live a better life. D. Doctors have to work long time to compete with new technologies. 44. What does the writer suggest we should do to face the coming automation? A Wait for the assistance from the government. B. Lower our expectation of the new technology. C. Learn some new skills to work as a programmer. D. Adjust ourselves to be familiar with new industries. 45. Which of the following doesn’t account for our optimistic attitude towards automation? A. Automation can save people a lot of money. B. Automation offers people new job opportunities. C. Automation brings improvement to people life. D. Automation will make old-fashioned jobs disappear. 46. What can we conclude from the passage? A. People used to embrace new technology with their open arms. B. New technology will definitely lead to some social disturbance. C. We should see the whole picture concerning new technology. D. The government is to blame for the problems brought by new technology. 【答案】43. B 44. D 45. D 46. C 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇议论文。文章讨论了技术进步，特别是自动化对就业的影响，并指出尽管技术进步可能会颠覆现有行业并影响个人、家庭和社区的生活，但我们有更多理由保持乐观。 【43题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第三段“This automation is most needed in the U.S. health care industry, where the excessive amount of time spent on administrative tasks is causing physician burnout and higher fees(美国医疗保健行业最需要这种自动化，在这个行业中，花费在行政任务上的时间过多，导致医生疲惫不堪且费用更高)”可知，美国医生疲惫的原因是在非专业任务（行政任务）上花费了太多时间。故选B项。 【44题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章第五段“Studies show that there is usually a significant lag time between the development and adoption of a given technology — sometimes up to four decades — giving workers time to adjust, gain new proficiencies and find jobs in new industries.(研究表明，一项特定技术的开发和应用之间通常存在显著的时间差 —— 有时长达四十年 —— 这给了工人时间去调整，获得新技能并在新行业找到工作)”可知，面对即将到来的自动化要去调整，获得新技能并在新行业找到工作，可推理出作者暗示我们要调整自己，熟悉新行业。故选D项。 【45题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第三段“First, new technologies often lower costs while improving our overall quality of life.(首先，新技术通常在降低成本的同时提高我们的整体生活质量)”可知，自动化能节省开支、改善生活，对应A、C选项；根据第四段“Second, new technologies often create jobs.(其次，新技术通常会创造就业机会)”可知，自动化提供新工作机会，对应B选项。而D项“Automation will make old - fashioned jobs disappear.(自动化会使老式工作消失)”并非我们对自动化持乐观态度的原因，相反，这是人们担忧的方面。故选D项。 【46题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“We should not fall into the trap of looking at a new innovation with the glass half - empty, envisioning a worst - case scenario and failing to account for its net benefits.(我们不应陷入悲观看待新创新的陷阱，只设想最坏的情况而忽视其净收益)”可知，我们应该全面看待新技术，既要看到它带来的问题，也要看到它的好处。故选C项。 Section C 8% Directions : Read the following passage. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need. Stella McCartney’s Fashion Revolution The world of fashion has always been a fascinating realm, constantly evolving and reinventing itself. One name that has recently been making waves is Stella McCartney. When models walked down the runway wearing McCartney’s latest collection, the audience was captivated. The designs were a unique blend of modern aesthetics and sustainable materials. A particular dress made from recycled plastic bottles caught everyone’s eye. It shone under the lights, looking as glamorous as any dress made from traditional fabrics. Stella McCartney was born into a family with deep roots in the creative industries. Her father was Paul McCartney of the Beatles, a legendary figure in the music world. Growing up in such an environment, Stella was exposed to art, music, and fashion from a young age. ___47___ She decided to focus on fashion design, with a strong emphasis on environmental consciousness. She started her career by working with some of the top fashion houses in London. During this time, she learned the skills and improved her abilities. ___48___ In 2001, she launched her own brand, which was an instant hit. Her designs were not only stylish but also carried a message of sustainability. For example, she replaced leather with innovative vegan materials that looked and felt just like the real thing. In 2010, Stella was invited to collaborate with a major sportswear brand. This partnership brought her designs to a wider audience. ___49___ Her sportswear line was both functional and fashionable, appealing to athletes and fashion enthusiasts alike. It was a huge success, and she received rave reviews from critics and consumers. Today, Stella McCartney is a globally recognized name. Her brand is known for its commitment to sustainability and high-quality design. However, some might assume that her designs are only for a small group of people. ___50___ She has collections that range from haute couture to ready-to-wear, and her clothing can be seen on red carpets as well as on the streets. Whether it’s a beautiful evening gown or a casual T-shit Stella McCartney’s designs have something for everyone A. After that, she continued to expand her brand, introducing new collections every season. B. In fact, from the very beginning, she had a clear vision of what she wanted to achieve in fashion. C. It was not an easy journey, but she persevered and finally achieved her goal. D. Yet her work caters to a wide range of consumers with different tastes. E. Then, she gradually built up her reputation until she became famous. F. As a result, her brand gained even more popularity and her influence spread further. 【答案】47. B 48. C 49. F 50. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了著名服装设计师Stella McCartney的生平和成就。她出生于艺术世家，自幼对艺术、音乐和时尚耳濡目染，长大后专注于环保意识浓厚的服装设计，从与顶级时尚品牌合作到创立自己的品牌，再到与运动品牌合作，一步步扩大了品牌影响力，其设计风格多样，满足了不同消费者的需求。 【47题详解】 根据上文“Growing up in such an environment, Stella was exposed to art, music, and fashion from a young age.(在这样的环境中长大，斯特拉从小就接触艺术、音乐和时尚)” 以及下文“She decided to focus on fashion design, with a strong emphasis on environmental consciousness.(她决定专注于时尚设计，并高度重视环保意识)”可知，此处应体现她对自己在时尚领域想要达成的目标有清晰的规划，与B项“In fact, from the very beginning, she had a clear vision of what she wanted to achieve in fashion.(事实上，从一开始，她就对自己在时尚领域想要实现的目标有清晰的愿景)”表述相符，故选B项。 【48题详解】 根据上文“She started her career by working with some of the top fashion houses in London. During this time, she learned the skills and improved her abilities(她在伦敦一些顶级时装公司开始了她的职业生涯。在此期间，她学习了技能并提高了自己的能力)”以及下文“In 2001, she launched her own brand(在2001年，她推出了自己的品牌)”可知上文提到她开始了职业生涯，在伦敦的一些顶级时装公司工作期间学习技能并提高能力。下文提到了她在经过努力之后的结果，可推理出空白处应对这段经历进行评价或引出这段奋斗经历的结果，这与选项C“It was not an easy journey, but she persevered and finally achieved her goal(这并不是一段容易的旅程，但她坚持不懈，最终实现了目标)”相吻合，故选C项。 【49题详解】 根据上文提到“In 2010, Stella was invited to collaborate with a major sportswear brand. This partnership brought her designs to a wider audience(2010 年，斯特拉受邀与一家大型运动服装品牌合作。这种合作关系将她的设计带给了更广泛的受众)”可知，F项“As a result, her brand gained even more popularity and her influence spread further.(结果，她的品牌获得了更高的人气，影响力也进一步扩大)”与上文构成因果关系，说明这种合作带来的积极影响，故选F项。 【50题详解】 根据上文“However, some might assume that her designs are only for a small group of people.(然而，有些人可能会认为她的设计只针对一小部分人)”以及下文“She has collections that range from haute couture to ready - to - wear, and her clothing can be seen on red carpets as well as on the streets.(她的系列从高级定制到成衣，她的服装在红毯和街头都能看到)”可知上下文之间形成转折，D项“Yet her work caters to a wide range of consumers with different tastes(然而，她的作品迎合了具有不同品味的广泛消费者群体)”能够体现这种转折关系，解释说明她的设计并非只针对小部分人，而是受众广泛，故选D项。 Ⅳ. Summary 10% 51. Directions: Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible. Online “friends” – a threat to development The impact of technology on the nature of our friendships has been a much - debated topic since the dramatic rise of social networks. Advances in mobile technology and social networking websites mean we spend more time online than ever before. It is therefore not surprising that so many psychologists, sociologists, and others are eager to give their thoughts on how this is impacting negatively on our society. There is one element of social networking that is deeply worrying. We find ourselves in a hyper - connected world where people access social media day and night, excited to make announcements about the tiniest details of their lives. Research is starting to show that this culture is negatively affecting not our friendships but our character. Professor Larry D. Rosen says that young people who overuse social networking sites can become ineffective, and display anti -social behavior in their offline lives. But perhaps an even more disturbing effect is that one of our most basic emotions seems to be disappearing --empathy. This is the emotion that allows us to see the world from our friends’ points of view. Without it, we are far less able to connect and form meaningful adult relationships. Professor Sherry Turkle suggests that people are no longer comfortable being alone. This is something confirmed by a study where 200 university students were asked to go without social media for 24 hours. Many admitted an addiction to their online social network; most complained that they felt cut off from family and friends. And yet being alone is a time when we self-reflect and get in touch with who we really are. It is only when we do this that we can make meaningful friendships with others. These potential changes in our characters are rather alarming, so it is clear that we can’t neglect those negative impacts of social networks. 【答案】Researchers say social media has a huge negative impact on us. First, excessive use of social media can cause anti -social behavior and the disappearance of empathy. Besides, social media makes people dislike solitude which can make us reflect on ourselves and touch the real self. In a word, we must pay attention to the negative impact of social media. 【解析】 【分析】本篇书面表达是概要写作，要求概括研究人员称社交媒体对我们有很大的负面影响，首先，过度使用社交媒体会导致反社会行为和移情的消失。此外，社交媒体使人们不喜欢独处，这会使我们反省自己，接触真实的自我，我们必须重视社交媒体的负面影响。注意词数要求和使用自己的语言。 【详解】1、写之前，需要认真仔细地读几遍原文材料，让理解更深刻。 2、遵循原文的逻辑顺序，对重要部分的主题、标题、细节进行概括，全面清晰地表明原文信息。 3、给摘要起一个好标题，比如：可以采用文中的主题句。 4、尽量使用自己的话完成，不要引用原文的句子，篇幅控制在原文的三分之一或四分之一长。 Ⅴ. Translation 15% 52. 那些有相同爱好的人更有可能成为好朋友。(identical)(汉译英) 【答案】Those who have identical hobbies are more likely to become good friends. 【解析】 【详解】考查短语、时态和定语从句。be likely to 有可能……；good friends成为好朋友。句中先行词为Those，代指“那些人”，在定语从句中作主语，所以用关系代词who引导。陈述客观事实，用一般现在时。根据句意，故翻译为Those who have identical hobbies are more likely to become good friends. 53. 作者巧妙地将生动的描写与激动人心的情节相结合，使得他的小说让人爱不释手。 (couple) (汉译英) ________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】The writer skillfully couples vivid descriptions with thrilling plots, making his novels hard to put down. 【解析】 【详解】考查动词、固定短语、时态。“巧妙地”用副词 skillfully；“将…… 与…… 相结合”，根据所给词couple，可构成短语为 couple...with... ，因句子表示的是一个客观情况，谓语动词使用一般现在时，又因主语为单数第三人称，谓语动词使用单数第三人称形式；“生动的描写”是 vivid descriptions ；“激动人心的情节”是 thrilling plots ；“使得……”可使用“make+宾语+宾补”结构，在句中作结果状语，用现在分词形式；“让人爱不释手”表达为 hard to put down ，故翻译为 The writer skillfully couples vivid descriptions with thrilling plots, making his novels hard to put down. 54. 在一个电子阅读器盛行的时代，我还是更喜欢纸质书，它能使我置身于书香之中。 (surround) (汉译英) ________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】In an era when all kinds of e-reading gadgets take over, I still prefer paper books, which surround me with a variety of a sea of books. 【解析】 【详解】考查动词时态和定语从句。陈述客观事实，使用一般现在时，表示“在一个时代”应用in an era；表示“电子阅读器盛行”应用when all kinds of e-reading gadgets take over，when引导定语从句，修饰先行词era，关系词在定语从句中作时间状语；表示“我”应用I；表示“还是”应用still；表示“更喜欢”应用prefer；表示“纸质书”应用paper books；表示“它能使我置身于书香之中”应用which surround me with a variety of a sea of books，此处为非限制性定语从句，修饰先行词paper books，关系词在定语从句中作主语。故翻译成：In an era when all kinds of e-reading gadgets take over, I still prefer paper books, which surround me with a variety of a sea of books.。 55. 得益于科技的迅猛发展，在线学习越来越受欢迎，学生们得以订阅那些由全球知名教授授课的教育平台，进而拓宽自身的知识视野。 (thanks to) (汉译英) ________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】Thanks to the rapid development of technology, online learning is becoming increasingly popular. Students are able to subscribe to educational platforms that/which offer courses taught by renowned professors from around the world, thereby broadening their knowledge horizons. 【解析】 【详解】考查固定短语、时态、非谓语动词。表示“幸亏，归因于”用固定短语thanks to，句首单词首字母大写。表示“科技的迅猛发展”用the rapid development of technology，作Thanks to的宾语。表示“在线学习”用online learning，作主语。表示“变得”用become，描述正在发生的事情，时态用现在进行时，谓语用is becoming；表示“越来越受欢迎”用increasingly popular。表示“使某人能够做某事”用enable sb. to do sth.，用现在分词enabling，作状语。表示“学生们”用students，作enabling的宾语。表示“订阅”用固定短语subscribe to，用不定式，作宾补。表示“教育平台”用educational platforms，作subscribe to的宾语。表示“由全球知名教授授课的”即“提供由世界各地著名教授教授的课程”，用that引导的定语从句。定语从句中：先行词是platforms，指物，关系词代替先行词在从句中作主语，应用关系代词that或which引导；表示“提供”用offer，作谓语；表示“课程”用course的复数，作offer的宾语；表示“教”用teach，与courses为被动关系，用过去分词，作后置定语；由by引出发出动作者；表示“来自世界各地的著名教授”renowned professors from around the world。表示“从而，由此”用thereby。表示“拓宽自身的知识视野”用broaden their knowledge horizons，用现在分词，作状语。故翻译为Thanks to the rapid development of technology, online learning is becoming increasingly popular. Students are able to subscribe to educational platforms that/which offer courses taught by renowned professors from around the world, thereby broadening their knowledge horizons. Ⅵ. Guided writing 25% 56. Directions: Write an English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese. 学校正在筹划一年一度的“科技节（Tech Week）”， 为了让今年的科技节更出彩，有三种特色主题活动供大家投票选择：“生活中的科学现象展览”、“探访上海的高科技园区和企业（high-tech parks and companies）”和“知名理工科专家进课堂”。请选择你推荐的活动，并以李华的身份写一封信给学校，信的内容必须包括： ① 你的选择； ② 你选择的理由。 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】Dear School Administration, I am writing to express my enthusiasm for the upcoming annual Tech Week and to cast my vote for the event that I believe would make this year’s celebration remarkable. My choice is the “Visit to Shanghai’s High-Tech Parks and Companies”. I strongly recommend this activity for several reasons. Firstly, it offers us an invaluable opportunity to witness the application of technological innovations in real-world settings. This practical exposure will enhance our appreciation of the subjects we study in class. Secondly, interacting with professionals working in these cutting-edge environments will inspire us, fostering aspirations for future careers in the tech industry. Lastly, such visits foster a sense of community by connecting our academic pursuits with the local technological ecosystem. In conclusion, I firmly believe that a visit to Shanghai’s high-tech parks and companies would greatly enrich our learning experience during Tech Week. Sincerely, Li Hua 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文，要求考生以李华的身份给学校写一封信，在三个特色主题活动中选择一个推荐给学校作为科技节的活动，并阐述推荐理由。 【详解】词汇积累 表达：express→ convey 杰出的：remarkable→ outstanding 增强：enhance→ strengthen 激发：inspire→ stimulate 句式拓展 同义句转换 原句：This practical exposure will enhance our appreciation of the subjects we study in class. 拓展句：This hands-on experience will significantly elevate our understanding and appreciation of the subjects we learn in class. 【点睛】【高分句型1】I am writing to express my enthusiasm for the upcoming annual Tech Week and to cast my vote for the event that I believe would make this year’s celebration remarkable.（使用了以event为先行词、关系代词that引导的定语从句） 【高分句型2】In conclusion, I firmly believe that a visit to Shanghai’s high-tech parks and companies would greatly enrich our learning experience during Tech Week.（使用了that引导宾语从句） 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$