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★开封前注意保密 肇庆市2025届高中毕业班第二次模拟考试 英语 本试题共10页，考试时间120分钟，满分120分 注意事项： 1.答题前，考生先将自己的信息填写清楚、准确，将条形码准确粘贴在条形码粘贴处。 2.请按照题号顺序在答题卡各题目的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效。 3.答题时请按要求用笔，保持卡面清洁，不要折叠，不要弄破、弄皱，不得使用涂改液、修正带、刮纸刀。考试结束后，请将本试题及答题卡交回。 第二部分 阅读 (共两节，满分50分) 第一节 (共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分) 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A The International Career Development Conference (ICDC), is a big yearly event. Over 23,000 people, including high school students, teachers, business people, and former members, will come to celebrate the ICDC’s spirit for several days. • Conference Highlights The conference is packed with thrilling activities. Here, more than 800 ICDC members show off their knowledge and skills, competing to be the best in the world. Take Emerging Leader Series as an example. It helps thousands of members learn essential skills like cooperation, critical thinking, and being creative. These skills will give you an edge in today’s competitive world. The conference also has many other programs. If you want to explore further study or job opportunities, the College+ Career Exhibits provide more than 100 fairs for you to choose from. These include the School-Based Enterprise Academy, Executive Officers Campaigns, and Advisor Professional Learning. These activities bring smart people together to find a path to their desired career. • High School Connection The ICDC helps with high schools too. It supports things like Career Clusters, National Curriculum Standards, 21st-century Skills, Project-Based Learning, and Artificial Intelligence Skills. It makes learning more fun and gives access to latest knowledge and skills. • Registration and Other Information Location: Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida. Admission: $270 per person. Special rates are available for advance reservations. Book early to enjoy discounted group rates! Accommodation: Your assigned tutor will help you find a place to stay. You must stay with your group for at least four nights, starting from the night when the conference begins. Supplemental Courses: There are many courses for you to get started. Before the vent, watch video courses to inspire you with novel ideas and tips. 1. What is the aim of Emerging Leader Series? A. To define the ICDC’s spirit. B. To show off individual talents. C. To help members learn core skills. D. To celebrate members’ achievements. 2. Which activity is specially intended for high school students? A. Supplemental Courses. B. Project-Based Learning. C. College+ Career Exhibits. D. Executive Officers Campaigns. 3. What should you do to get admission discounts? A. Reserve early as a group. B. Consult an assigned tutor. C. Stay for at least four nights. D. Book the event individually. 【答案】1. C 2. B 3. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了国际职业发展大会的情况。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据Conference Highlights部分第一段中“Take Emerging Leader Series as an example. It helps thousands of members learn essential skills like cooperation, critical thinking, and being creative. (以“新兴领袖系列”为例。它帮助成千上万的会员学习合作、批判性思维和创造性等基本技能)”可知，“新兴领袖系列”的目的是帮助成员学习核心技能。故选C项。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据High School Connection部分第一段中“The ICDC helps with high schools too. It supports things like Career Clusters, National Curriculum Standards, 21st-century Skills, Project-Based Learning, and Artificial Intelligence Skills. (ICDC也为高中提供帮助。它支持“职业集群”、“国家课程标准”、“21世纪技能”、“基于项目的学习”和“人工智能技能”等)”可知，“基于项目的学习”是专门为高中生设计的。故选B项。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据Registration and Other Information部分第二点“Admission: $270 per person. Special rates are available for advance reservations. Book early to enjoy discounted group rates! (门票：每人270美元。提前预订可享受特价。尽早预订，享受团体优惠价格)”可知，为了获得门票折扣，应该以团体形式提前预订。故选A项。 B Imagine walking across the stage to get your graduation certificate and also receiving a thousand dollars in cash. That’s what happened in the graduation ceremony in Dartmouth! But there is more — graduates couldn’t keep it all to themselves. Robert Hale, a billionaire who owns a big telecommunications company, was present at the graduation. While delivering the speech, he told the students that he wanted to share with them the happiness that comes from giving. So, when the 800 graduates went up to get their certificates, they each also got two envelopes, each containing $500. But they could only keep $500, and had to give the other $500 to someone else or to a charity. The students were super excited. They cheered and clapped for almost a minute before Mr. Hale could speak again. He told them that the first $500 was a gift, but the second $500 was for them to give to someone who might need it more. Each envelope had either the word “gift” or “give” on it, to remind the graduates about the two parts of their surprise. Some students have already decided where they will donate their money, like to community libraries, children’s theaters, or to help a poor relative going through cancer treatment. It is a cool way for them to start their adult lives by helping others. This isn’t the first time that Mr. Hale has done this kind of surprise. Actually, he has done it at other schools before, because he thinks it is a fun way to celebrate and inspire students who have worked really hard at school. He has given away more than $27 million to different charitable causes, like helping to find cures for cancer and supporting the underprivileged with their tuition fees. Thus, the final lesson that Dartmouth’s graduates learned in college is about sharing and giving. It is a graduation gift that will keep on giving, and a valuable story they will never forget. 4. How does the author introduce the topic? A. By making a prediction. B. By presenting financial data. C. By offering an expert’s opinion. D. By describing a graduation scene. 5. What is the requirement for graduates who received the cash gift? A. To keep the entire gift. B. To donate half of the cash. C. To establish a charity fund. D. To share it with good friends. 6. How did the graduates feel about Mr. Hale’s decision? A. They appreciated the opportunity to help. B. They felt pressured to decide on a charity. C. They agreed to donate more than required. D. They were not sure how to start the project. 7. What message does this graduation ceremony convey? A. A penny saved is a penny earned. B. Education is the key to a shared future. C. Don’t count your chickens before they hatch. D. Giving is a powerful way to make a difference. 【答案】4. D 5. B 6. A 7. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了亿万富翁Robert Hale在达特茅斯毕业典礼上给800名毕业生每人两个各含500美元的信封，要求他们留500美元，捐出另外500美元，以此传递分享与给予的理念。 【4题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“Imagine walking across the stage to get your graduation certificate and also receiving a thousand dollars in cash. That’s what happened in the graduation ceremony in Dartmouth! But there is more — graduates couldn’t keep it all to themselves. (想象一下，你走到讲台上领取毕业证书，同时还收到了一千美元现金。这就是达特茅斯毕业典礼上发生的事！但还有更多——毕业生不能把这些都留给自己)”可推知，作者通过描述在达特茅斯毕业典礼上学生走过舞台领取毕业证书并收到现金的场景，以此来引出毕业典礼上特殊礼物以及分享给予这一主题。故选D项。 【5题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段“So, when the 800 graduates went up to get their certificates , they each also got two envelopes, each containing $500. But they could only keep $500, and had to give the other $500 to someone else or to a charity. (所以，当这800名毕业生去领取证书时，他们每人也拿到了两个信封，每个信封里装着500美元。但他们只能留下500美元，并且必须把剩下的500美元捐给别人或慈善机构)”可知，收到现金礼物的毕业生需要把其中的一半现金捐赠出去。故选B项。 【6题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段中“The students were super excited. They cheered and clapped for almost a minute before Mr. Hale could speak again. (学生们都非常兴奋。他们鼓掌欢呼了将近一分钟，Hale先生才能再次发言)”可知，学生们很激动，对这一决定持积极态度；再根据最后一段中“Some students have already decided where they will donate their money, like to community libraries, children’s theaters, or to help a poor relative going through cancer treatment. It is a cool way for them to start their adult lives by helping others. (一些学生已经决定了他们会把钱捐给哪里，比如社区图书馆、儿童剧院，或者帮助一个贫穷的亲戚接受癌症治疗。对他们来说，通过帮助他人开始他们的成年生活是一种很酷的方式)”可知，学生们已经开始想如何去帮助他人。由此可知，他们很感激这个能帮助他人的机会。故选A项。 【7题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段中“While delivering the speech, he told the students that he wanted to share with them the happiness that comes from giving. (在发表演讲时，他告诉学生们，他想与他们分享来自给予的快乐)”和最后一段中“Thus , the final lesson that Dartmouth’s graduates learned in college is about sharing and giving. (因此，达特茅斯学院的毕业生在大学里学到的最后一课就是分享和给予)”可知，这个毕业典礼强调分享和给予的意义。由此可知，它传达出给予是一种能产生影响的有力方式。故选D项。 C In the journey through high school, students are often faced with academic challenges, social dramas, and multiple pressures. That is why the concept of mental resilience stands out. It is the superpower that lets you bounce back from setbacks and cope with the ups and downs in life. Professor Lynn Warren, director of the Adolescent Development Research Institute(ADRl) , has conducted numerous studies on the psychological well-being of teenagers. In order to uncover how resilience impacts students’ academic journey, her research team carried out a comprehensive survey to gather representative samples and provide insightful data. The study has revealed a strong positive correlation between resilience and academic engagement. Resilient students are found to be more deeply involved in class discussions, to take on leadership roles in school communities, and to seek out additional learning opportunities. Moreover, these students demonstrate superior academic performance and better understanding of complex subject matters. Mr. Thompson, a mathematics teacher at Evergreen High School, exemplifies the findings of the study through his teaching practices. He has made it his mission not only to teach math but also to inject a sense of resilience in his students. He employs a variety of methods to cheer students up. Over time, Mr. Thompson’s efforts began to bear fruit. His students’ attitudes towards math shifted from fear to fascination. They started to look ahead , and more importantly, this process helped them develop a growth mindset. Professor Warren, based on her research, recommends creating an encouraging atmosphere where teens can freely discuss their challenges and receive helpful feedback. She also stresses the value of building a supportive network. Whether it’s a teacher, a coach, or a peer, having someone who can give you a boost when you need it can make all the difference. So, the next time you face a challenge, remember, it’s not about avoiding them, but about learning to bounce back from them. 8. What does the underlined word “resilience” in paragraph 1 refer to? A. Toughness. B. Challenge. C. Conflict. D. Setback. 9. How has mental resilience affected students’ academic performance? A. Unchanged academic behaviors. B. Additional roles in class discussions. C Improved engagement and performance. D. More opportunities in choosing subjects. 10. What can we infer about Mr. Thompson from the text? A. His attitude towards teaching has shifted. B. He inspires students to be mentally resilient. C. His efforts to promote resilience are in vain. D. He wants to challenge the findings of the study. 11. What does Professor Warren mainly talk about in the last paragraph? A. Suggestions on building resilience. B. Discussions of academic challenges. C. Importance of a supportive network. D. Recommendations on future studies 【答案】8. A 9. C 10. B 11. A 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要解释了什么是心理韧性以及心理韧性对于学生的影响。 【8题详解】 词句猜测题。根据划线词后文“It is the superpower that lets you bounce back from setbacks and cope with the ups and downs in life.(它是让你从挫折中振作起来，应对生活起起落落的超能力)”可知，resilience可以让你从挫折中振作起来，应对生活起起落落，即“坚韧”的品质。故划线词意思是“坚韧”。故选A。 【9题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段“The study has revealed a strong positive correlation between resilience and academic engagement. Resilient students are found to be more deeply involved in class discussions, to take on leadership roles in school communities, and to seek out additional learning opportunities.(该研究揭示了心理韧性和学业投入之间的强烈正相关关系。研究发现，适应力强的学生更深入地参与课堂讨论，在学校社区中担任领导角色，并寻求额外的学习机会)”可知，心理韧性提高参与度和表现从而影响学生的学习成绩。故选C。 【10题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段“Mr. Thompson, a mathematics teacher at Evergreen High School, exemplifies the findings of the study through his teaching practices. He has made it his mission not only to teach math but also to inject a sense of resilience in his students. He employs a variety of methods to cheer students up. Over time, Mr. Thompson’s efforts began to bear fruit. His students’ attitudes towards math shifted from fear to fascination. They started to look ahead , and more importantly, this process helped them develop a growth mindset.(汤普森先生是常青高中的一名数学老师，他通过自己的教学实践证明了这项研究的发现。他的使命不仅是教数学，还要给学生们注入一种韧性。他采用各种方法使学生们振作起来。随着时间的推移，汤普森的努力开始开花结果。他的学生对数学的态度从恐惧变成了着迷。他们开始向前看，更重要的是，这个过程帮助他们培养了一种成长的心态)”可知，汤普森先生鼓励学生要有心理韧性。故选B。 【11题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段“Professor Warren, based on her research, recommends creating an encouraging atmosphere where teens can freely discuss their challenges and receive helpful feedback. She also stresses the value of building a supportive network. Whether it’s a teacher, a coach, or a peer, having someone who can give you a boost when you need it can make all the difference. So, the next time you face a challenge, remember, it’s not about avoiding them, but about learning to bounce back from them.(基于她的研究，沃伦教授建议创造一个鼓舞人心的氛围，让青少年可以自由地讨论他们的挑战，并获得有益的反馈。她还强调了建立一个支持性网络的价值。无论是老师、教练还是同伴，当你需要的时候，有人能给你鼓励，这会让一切变得不同。所以，下次你面对挑战时，记住，不是要逃避它们，而是要学会从中恢复过来)”可知，沃伦教授在最后一段主要讲了关于增强韧性的建议。故选A。 D When you are at a party full of strangers, to make connections, you share a bit about yourself — your dreams, your values, and why you are here. That is your personal story. Brands do the same thing, but their “party” is the marketplace. Storytelling has become an important tool for brands in today’s commercial world. An effective brand story is a way to connect, making the public remember the brand and even fall in love with it. To craft an appealing brand story, start with the essentials: where the brand came from, what it stands for, and what it wants to achieve beyond profits. The story should illustrate why the brand exists and what drives it forward. By sharing the challenges that the brand has overcame and the journey it has undertaken to make it this far, it is actually declaring, “This is who we are and why you should take notice.” Yet, an effective brand story is not just about reflecting on the past; it is also about drawing a picture of where the brand is heading and making people want to be part of the picture. The secret lies in maintaining sincerity and simplicity. A well-packaged brand story should be easy to understand and consistent, no matter where you see it — online, in stores, or on social media. This helps the brand gain recognition and loyalty from consumers. Another magic of a brand story is that it can stir up strong emotions. It is about finding a message that hits the audience. For instance, Coca-Cola has a long history of effective brand storytelling. The brand has created a story of happiness, friendship,and togetherness. Their advertising often features people from different backgrounds coming together over a bottle of Coke, emphasizing the brand’s role in bringing people together. Therefore, it is true to say storytelling is the heartbeat of a brand and the secret sauce that turns customers into fans for life. 12. What do the party and the marketplace have in common according to paragraph 1? A. Venues for social gathering. B. Platforms to make connections. C. Chances of promoting products. D. Places to share your personal story. 13. What is the purpose of sharing a brand’s challenges and journey? A. To bring up its future plans. B. To showcase product features. C. To outline marketing directions. D. To explain why it deserves attention. 14. What is the secret to telling a brand story effectively? A. Maintaining its magical power. B. Reflecting on the past experiences. C. Holding onto a clear and sincere style. D. Emphasizing profits to attract the audience. 15. What can be a suitable title for the text? A. How to Communicate with Fans for Life B. Brand Stories: A Guide to Customer Service C Relationship Between Marketing Skills and Emotions D. Every Brand Has a Story: How Telling It Wins Hearts 【答案】12. B 13. D 14. C 15. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了品牌故事的重要性及如何讲述品牌故事以赢得人心。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。由文章第一段中“When you are at a party full of strangers, to make connections, you share a bit about yourself — your dreams, your values, and why you are here. That is your personal story. Brands do the same thing, but their “party” is the marketplace. (当你在一个满是陌生人的派对上时，为了建立联系，你会分享一些关于自己的信息——你的梦想、你的价值观以及你为什么在这里。这就是你的个人故事。品牌也在做同样的事情，但它们的“派对”是市场)”可知，聚会和市场都是建立联系的平台。故选B。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。由文章第三段中“By sharing the challenges that the brand has overcame and the journey it has undertaken to make it this far, it is actually declaring, “This is who we are and why you should take notice.” (通过分享品牌所克服的挑战和一路走来的历程，它实际上在宣告：“这就是我们，也是你应该关注我们的原因。”)”可知，分享品牌的挑战和历程是为了解释为什么它值得被关注。故选D。 【14题详解】 细节理解题。由文章第四段中“Yet, an effective brand story is not just about reflecting on the past; it is also about drawing a picture of where the brand is heading and making people want to be part of the picture. The secret lies in maintaining sincerity and simplicity. (然而，一个有效的品牌故事不仅仅是对过去的反思；它还要描绘出品牌未来的发展方向，并让人们想要成为这幅图景的一部分。秘诀在于保持真诚和简单)”可知，有效讲述品牌故事的秘诀在于保持真诚和简洁。故选C。 【15题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是由文章第四段中“Yet, an effective brand story is not just about reflecting on the past; it is also about drawing a picture of where the brand is heading and making people want to be part of the picture. The secret lies in maintaining sincerity and simplicity. (然而，一个有效的品牌故事不仅仅是对过去的反思；它还要描绘出品牌未来的发展方向，并让人们想要成为这幅图景的一部分。秘诀在于保持真诚和简单)”可知，文章主要讲述了品牌故事的重要性以及如何有效地讲述品牌故事以赢得消费者的心。由此可知，“Every Brand Has a Story: How Telling It Wins Hearts (每个品牌都有一个故事：如何讲述它赢得人心)”适合作文章标题。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。 Artificial intelligence (AI) can really help with first-aid training in high schools. By providing fun and easy-to-reach practices, AI can add color to students’ learning experience. Here is how it can be useful. · Interactive Practice Real-life scenes. ___16___ For example, fires in teaching buildings, injuries caused by falling objects, stampedes (踩踏) on stairs, etc. Students can act in different emergency situations, just like in real life. Quick response. As students do first aid in the practice, AI can give quick advice on how they are doing. ___17___ For example, if a student is pressing a wound wrong, AI can tell them the mistake right away and show them the correct way to do it. Practice again and again. ___18___ In this way, they will get familiar with the operation and feel more confident. Each time they do the practice, AI can change the scene a bit to keep it new and challenging. · Personalized Study ___19___ This makes sure each student gets the most from the training and can learn at their own speed. For example, if a student can’t do CPR right, AI can give the student detailed advice on this part. Besides, according to how a student does at the start, AI can design a learning path that focuses on what the student needs to work on. Moreover, AI-powered online classes offer things like video lessons, hands-on games, and stories about real cases. These flexible approaches can make first-aid training easier for students who are afraid of asking questions. ___20___ In conclusion, by using AI in first-aid training, high schools can get students ready to handle emergencies and save lives. A. Students can decide how to give first aid. B. Students can do the practices many times. C. This advice can tell whether they are doing the right steps. D. AI provides the type of training based on what each student needs. E. The training has improved how fast they are responding on the spot. F. This can be good news for those who might be shy in a normal classroom. G. AI can present different lifelike emergency scenes for students to practice. 【答案】16. G 17. C 18. B 19. D 20. F 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了人工智能在高中急救培训中的作用。 【16题详解】 前文“Real-life scenes. (现实生活中的场景)”表明本段介绍人工智能辅助急救培训在场景方面的优势，后文“For example, fires in teaching buildings, injuries caused by falling objects, stampedes (踩踏) on stairs, etc. (例如，教学楼的火灾、坠物造成的伤害、楼梯上的踩踏等)”列举了现实生活中的各种紧急场景，因此G项“AI can present different lifelike emergency scenes for students to practice. (人工智能可以呈现不同的逼真紧急场景供学生练习)”符合语境，指出人工智能呈现逼真的紧急场景，承接前文，后文是对其例证。故选G。 【17题详解】 前文“As students do first aid in the practice, AI can give quick advice on how they are doing. (当学生在练习急救时，人工智能可以对他们的做法给出快速的建议)”指出人工智能能就学生的做法给出快速建议，后文“For example, if a student is pressing a wound wrong, AI can tell them the mistake right away and show them the correct way to do it. (例如，如果一个学生按错了伤口，人工智能可以立即告诉他们错误，并向他们展示正确的方法)”举出学生按错伤口的例子，说明人工智能可以迅速纠错并给予正确的做法，因此C项“This advice can tell whether they are doing the right steps. (这个建议可以判断他们是否在采取正确的步骤)”符合语境，阐述了建议的作用，承接前文，后文是对其例证，其中的advice在前文有同词复现。故选C。 【18题详解】 前文“Practice again and again. (一次又一次地练习)”表明本段介绍人工智能辅助急救培训在练习次数方面的优势，因此B项“Students can do the practices many times. (学生可以多次进行练习)”符合语境，展开说明可以多次练习，承接前文。故选B。 【19题详解】 小标题“Personalized Study (个性化学习)”表明这部分围绕培训的个性化优势展开，后文“This makes sure each student gets the most from the training and can learn at their own speed. (这确保每个学生都能从培训中获得最大的收获，并能以自己的速度学习)”指出个性化培训的好处，因此D项“AI provides the type of training based on what each student needs. (人工智能根据每个学生的需求提供相应类型的培训)”符合语境，展开说明人工智能根据需求提供个性化培训，呼应标题，引出后文。故选D。 【20题详解】 前文“These flexible approaches can make first-aid training easier for students who are afraid of asking questions. (这些灵活的方法可以使那些害怕提问的学生更容易接受急救培训)”介绍这些灵活方法对怕提问的学生的好处，因此F项“This can be good news for those who might be shy in a normal classroom. (对于那些在普通课堂上可能会害羞的人来说，这可能是个好消息)”符合语境，进一步说明这些灵活方法的好处，承接前文，其中的those who might be shy in a normal classroom与前文的students who are afraid of asking questions呼应。故选F。 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。 What happened at Empangeni Wildlife Reserve in South Africa was like a ___21___ from the film Madagascar: A herd of elephants conducted a daring escape ___22___ some antelopes (羚羊) from their enclosed zone. In June 2024, staff at the reserve were closely ___23___ the health conditions of the antelopes when they noticed several elephants slowly approaching and ___24___. Assuming that the elephants were ___25___ searching for hay (干草), the staff didn’t pay much attention to the gentle ___26___ at first. Before they knew it, however, one elephant had ___27___ used its trunk to unlock and open the gate, setting the antelopes free. The staff were ___28___ as the antelopes rushed headlong into the ___29___ bush, with the elephants following closely behind as if they were playing a game. It took their caretakers several hours of ____30____ and chasing under the hot sun to finally settle the antelopes down and guide them back behind the ____31____. Why did the elephants do this? No one knows for sure and the reason behind their actions remains a puzzle. “But we know that elephants have a sense of ____32____,” says elephant expert William Macmillan of the Pittsburgh Zoo. He couldn’t hide a ____33____ in his voice. “Maybe they were having fun!” And so, the tale of the elephants outsmarting the humans has become a legendary story at the reserve. It stands as a vivid reminder of the ____34____ nature of the wildlife and their astonishing, human-like intelligence, leaving the staff with a deeper appreciation for the ____35____ of nature. 21. A. dream B. scene C. message D. photo 22. A. calling B. gathering C. sending D. freeing 23. A. monitoring B. predicting C. changing D. improving 24. A. lying down B. turning back C. nosing around D. jumping up 25. A. hardly B. simply C. exactly D. totally 26. A. giants B. co-workers C. strangers D. teammates 27. A. tirelessly B. fearfully C. comfortably D. skillfully 28. A. overjoyed B. doubted C. shocked D. excited 29. A. empty B. nearby C. small D. dusty 30. A. training B. cleaning C. tracking D. climbing 31. A. garden B. forest C. center D. fence 32. A. humor B. pride C. shame D. duty 33. A. tear B. sigh C. smile D. relief 34. A. gentle B. playful C. sorrowful D. rude 35. A. dangers B. chances C. origins D. wonders 【答案】21. B 22. D 23. A 24. C 25. B 26. A 27. D 28. C 29. B 30. C 31. D 32. A 33. C 34. B 35. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述的是2024年南非Empangeni野生动物保护区的一群大象智救羚羊的奇特事件，展现了动物间令人惊讶的互动与智慧。 【21题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：发生在南非Empangeni野生动物保护区的事情就像电影《马达加斯加》中的场景：一群大象进行了一次大胆的逃跑，将一些羚羊从封闭的区域中释放出来。A. dream梦想；B. scene场景；C. message信息；D. photo照片。根据下文“A herd of elephants conducted a daring escape”可知，大象进行大胆的逃跑就好似电影中的场景。故选B。 【22题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：发生在南非Empangeni野生动物保护区的事情就像电影《马达加斯加》中的场景：一群大象进行了一次大胆的逃跑，将一些羚羊从封闭的区域中释放出来。A. calling呼叫；B. gathering聚集；C. sending发送；D. freeing释放。根据下文“Before they knew it, however, one elephant had ___7___ used its trunk to unlock and open the gate, setting the antelopes free.”可知，大象将一些羚羊从封闭的区域中释放出来。故选D。 【23题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：2024年6月，保护区的工作人员正在密切监测羚羊的健康状况，这时他们注意到有几头大象慢慢靠近并四处打探。A. monitoring监测；B. predicting预测；C. changing改变；D. improving提高。根据上文“staff at the reserve were closely”和下文“the health conditions of the antelopes”可推知，保护区的工作人员需要履行职责，密切监测羚羊的健康状况。故选A。 【24题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：2024年6月，保护区的工作人员正在密切监测羚羊的健康状况，这时他们注意到有几头大象慢慢靠近并四处打探。A. lying down躺下；B. turning back转身；C. nosing around四处打探；D. jumping up跳起来。根据下文“Assuming that the elephants were ___5___ searching for hay (干草)”可知，起初，工作人员以为大象在寻找干草，由此可知，大象是在慢慢靠近并四处打探。故选C。 【25题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：起初，工作人员以为大象只是在寻找干草，并没有太注意这些温和的巨人。A. hardly几乎不；B. simply仅仅，只；C. exactly确切地；D. totally完全地。根据下文“the staff didn’t pay much attention to the gentle ___6___ at first”可知，工作人员没有太注意这些大象，这是因为他们以为大象只是在寻找干草，不是在做其他事。故选B。 【26题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：起初，工作人员以为大象只是在寻找干草，并没有太注意这些温和的巨人。A. giants巨人；B. co-workers同事；C. strangers陌生人；D. teammates队友。根据上文“Assuming that the elephants were ___5___ searching for hay (干草)”可知，此处指这些大象，大象体型庞大，性情温和，因此把它们称为温和的巨人。故选A。 【27题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：然而，在他们意识到这一点之前，一头大象已经熟练地用它的鼻子打开了门，释放了羚羊。A. tirelessly不知疲倦地；B. fearfully害怕地；C. comfortably舒适地；D. skillfully熟练地。根据下文“It stands as a vivid reminder of the ___14___ nature of the wildlife and their astonishing, human-like intelligence”可知，这件事表明野生动物具有惊人的、类似人类的智慧，由此可知，大象是熟练地用它的鼻子打开了门。故选D。 【28题详解】 考查形容词和动词词义辨析。句意：当羚羊一头冲进附近的灌木丛时，工作人员感到震惊，大象紧跟在后面，好像它们在玩游戏。A. overjoyed欣喜若狂的；B. doubted怀疑；C. shocked震惊的；D. excited兴奋的。根据下文“as the antelopes rushed headlong into the ___9___ bush, with the elephants following closely behind as if they were playing a game”可知，羚羊一头冲进灌木丛，大象紧跟在后面，好像它们在玩游戏，这种混乱的情况会使工作人员震惊。故选C。 【29题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：当羚羊一头冲进附近的灌木丛时，工作人员感到震惊，大象紧跟在后面，好像它们在玩游戏。A. empty空的；B. nearby附近的；C. small小的；D. dusty布满灰尘的。根据这是在野生动物保护区的情境，以及下文“bush”可推知，被释放出的羚羊是一头冲进附近的灌木丛。故选B。 【30题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：看护人员顶着烈日，花了好几个小时跟踪追赶，才把羚羊安顿下来，引导它们回到围栏后面。A. training训练；B. cleaning打扫；C. tracking追踪；D. climbing攀爬。根据上文“Before they knew it, however, one elephant had ___7___ used its trunk to unlock and open the gate, setting the antelopes free.”可知，羚羊被大象释放了出来，因此看护人员需要跟踪追赶它们。故选C。 【31题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：看护人员顶着烈日，花了好几个小时跟踪追赶，才把羚羊安顿下来，引导它们回到围栏后面。A. garden花园；B. forest森林；C. center中心；D. fence栅栏。根据上文“A herd of elephants conducted a daring escape, ___2___ some antelopes (羚羊) from their enclosed zone.”可知，羚羊原本是在封闭的区域中的，由此可知，看护人员是引导它们回到围栏后面。故选D。 【32题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：“但我们知道大象有幽默感，”Pittsburgh动物园的大象专家William Macmillan说。A. humor幽默；B. pride骄傲；C. shame羞愧；D. duty责任。根据下文“Maybe they were having fun!”可知，专家William Macmillan指出大象可能是在寻找乐趣，由此可知，这体现了它们的幽默感。故选A。 【33题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：他的声音里藏不住笑意。A. tear眼泪；B. sigh叹息；C. smile微笑；D. relief宽慰。根据下文“Maybe they were having fun!”可知，专家William Macmillan指出大象可能是在寻找乐趣，是觉得这些动物很有趣，因此声音里藏不住笑意。故选C。 【34题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：它生动地提醒人们，野生动物的顽皮天性和它们惊人的、类似人类的智慧，让工作人员能更深层次地欣赏大自然的奇迹。A. gentle温柔的；B. playful顽皮的；C. sorrowful悲伤的；D. rude粗鲁的。根据上文“with the elephants following closely behind as if they were playing a game”可知，大象似乎是出于玩游戏的心理把羚羊放了出来，这体现了它们的顽皮天性。故选B。 【35题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：它生动地提醒人们，野生动物的顽皮天性和它们惊人的、类似人类的智慧，让工作人员能更深层次地欣赏大自然的奇迹。A. dangers危险；B. chances机会；C. origins起源；D. wonders奇迹。根据上文“their astonishing, human-like intelligence”可知，这些大象有着惊人的、类似人类的智慧，这会让工作人员更能欣赏大自然的奇迹。故选D。 第二节(共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分) 语法填空 In the lively city of Xiamen, Fujian Province , there is a special workshop ____36____ master craftsman, Pan Haiyuan, has been creating beautiful wooden molds (模具) for38 years. These molds are used ____37____ (shape) sweet treats like sticky rice cakes and mooncakes, and they are decorated with detailed carvings of lucky animals from Chinese culture. Pan’s workshop ____38____ (fill) with the scent of wood and the sound of his tools at work. He wakes up early every day and carefully shapes each craftwork, ____39____ (make) it not just a tool, but a piece of art that connects us to our past. But as time ____40____ (pass), machines began to make these molds too, making it harder for Pan to keep his tradition alive. He wants to teach___41___ youth his craft, but they are more interested in faster, ____42____ (easy) ways to make things. Still, Pan keeps carving, hoping that the world will not forget the beauty of making things____43____ hand. A news team from CGTN heard about Pan and shared his story, showing everyone the importance of preserving traditions with love and the joy of creating something ____44____ (care). Pan’s story reveals that even when times change, the value and the beauty of tradition can still shine through. It is a reminder for all of us to appreciate the skills and crafts that have been passed down through _____45_____ (generation). 【答案】36. where 37. to shape 38. is filled 39. making 40. passed 41. the 42. easier 43. by 44. carefully 45. generations 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇新闻报道。文章主要介绍了来自厦门潘师傅38年来一直在制作精美的木模具，这些模具被用来制作糯米糕和月饼等甜食，上面还装饰着中国文化中吉祥动物的精细雕刻。 【36题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：在热闹的福建省厦门市，有一个特别的作坊，潘海源师傅38年来一直在制作精美的木模具。定语从句修饰先行词workshop，在从句作地点状语，故用where。故填where。 【37题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：这些模具被用来制作糯米糕和月饼等甜食，上面还装饰着中国文化中吉祥动物的精细雕刻。短语be used to do sth.表示“被用来做某事”。故填to shape。 【38题详解】 考查固定短语。句意：潘的工作室充满了木头的香味和他的工具在工作的声音。短语be filled with表示“充满”。陈述事实用一般现在时，主语为workshop，谓语用单数。故填is filled。 【39题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：他每天早起，精心塑造每一件工艺品，让它不仅仅是一件工具，而是一件将我们与过去联系起来的艺术品。此处make与上文构成主动关系，故用现在分词作状语。故填making。 【40题详解】 考查时态。句意：但随着时间的流逝，机器也开始制造这些模具，这使得潘更难保持他的传统。根据后文began可知为一般过去时。故填passed。 【41题详解】 考查冠词。句意：他想把他的手艺教给年轻人，但他们更感兴趣的是更快、更简单的制作方法。短语the youth表示“年轻人”。故填the。 【42题详解】 考查形容词比较级。句意：他想把他的手艺教给年轻人，但他们更感兴趣的是更快、更简单的制作方法。根据上文faster可知应用形容词比较级。故填easier。 【43题详解】 考查介词。句意：尽管如此，潘还是继续雕刻，希望世界不会忘记手工制作的美丽。短语by hand表示“用手”。故填by。 【44题详解】 考查副词。句意：中国国际电视台的一个新闻团队听说了潘的故事，并分享了他的故事，向大家展示了用爱来保护传统的重要性，以及精心创作的乐趣。修饰动词create应用副词carefully，故填carefully。 【45题详解】 考查名词的数。句意：它提醒我们所有人要欣赏代代相传的技艺和工艺。短语through generations表示“历经几代人”。故填generations。 第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节 (满分15分) 46. 假定你是李华，近日你校举办了传统美食节，请给你的外国朋友Chris写一封英文邮件分享这次活动经历。内容包括： 1 介绍本次美食节； 2. 分享你的感受及收获； 3. 期待对方分享他喜爱的美食。 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Chris, ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 【答案】One possible version: Dear Chris, I hope this email finds you well. I want to share with you an exciting event that took place in our school yesterday - the Traditional Food Festival. Aiming to showcase the rich diversity of Chinese cuisine, the Traditional Food Festival highlighted its cultural significance with food stands set up around the campus, each offering a different traditional dish. Not only did we try some dumplings, rice noodles, Kung Pao Chicken, but we also learned how to make dishes in cooking workshops. Having participated in this unforgettable activity, I enjoyed mouth-watering dishes and gained a deeper understanding of Chinese cuisine. I found myself immersed in this delightful food journey. What traditional foods are popular in your country? Do you have any favorite dishes that you would recommend? Looking forward to hearing from you soon. Yours, Li Hua 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。题目要求学生以李华的身份，给外国朋友Chris写一封英文邮件，分享传统美食节的经历，应首先介绍本次美食节，然后分享参与其中的感受及收获，最后表示期待对方分享他喜爱的美食。 【详解】1. 词汇积累 展示：showcase→display, exhibit 突出：highlight→spotlight, underline 难忘的：unforgettable→memorable, indelible 美味的：mouth-watering→tasty, flavorsome 收获：gain→obtain, attain 2. 句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：Aiming to showcase the rich diversity of Chinese cuisine, the Traditional Food Festival highlighted its cultural significance with food stands set up around the campus, each offering a different traditional dish. 拓展句：Aiming to showcase the rich diversity of Chinese cuisine, the Traditional Food Festival highlighted its cultural significance with food stands set up around the campus, each of which offered a different traditional dish. 【点睛】[高分句型1] I want to share with you an exciting event that took place in our school yesterday - the Traditional Food Festival. (运用了that引导限制性定语从句) [高分句型2] Not only did we try some dumplings, rice noodles, Kung Pao Chicken, but we also learned how to make dishes in cooking workshops. (运用了not only… but also…句型、部分倒装) 第一节 (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。 Simon was the star of the school sports team. He loved the thrill of outrunning the wind and crossing the finish line first. His name was always on the tip of everyone’s tongue when it came to school sports events. His little brother, Charlie, loved running too and had always been a fan of Simon. He admired his brother from the bottom of his heart, his eyes wide with excitement as Simon sped past everyone on the track. He wanted to be like Simon and feel the wind in his hair as he ran. Charlie’s dream of being a runner grew like a tiny seed, but was overshadowed by his brother’s bright light. He realized he could never run as fast as Simon did: His feet felt heavy on the track, and his heart was even heavier with fear. As the annual school sports day approached, Charlie saw the notice on the school bulletin board. His heart did a little dance. A running race! He wanted to be a part of it, to feel the excitement that Simon felt. With a trembling hand, Charlie wrote his name on the list and signed up for the running race, which would take place in two weeks. That night, he couldn’t sleep, his mind racing with worries. He tossed and turned, picturing himself tripping and falling. What if he lost? What if everyone laughed at him? He couldn’t contain himself and sobbed quietly. He felt as if he was a tiny bird trying to fly alongside an eagle. When Simon found Charlie crying in his room, he knew something was up. “Hey buddy, what’s all this?” he asked softly, his face filled with concern. Charlie looked up at his big brother with a long sigh and said, “I am going to lose, Simon. I’m not like you. I will never run as fast as you do.” 注意： 1. 续写词数应为150左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Para 1. Simon gave Charlie a pat on the back and smiled. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Para 2. Two weeks later, Charlie stood at the starting line. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】One possible version: Simon gave Charlie a pat on the back and smiled. He wiped away Charlie’s tears and said, “You know what, Charlie. What really matters is not about being the fastest. It is about giving it your all and surpassing your previous self.” He promised to train with Charlie together. From that day on, Simon woke up early to run with Charlie. Simon would teach Charlie all his secrets to running fast and staying strong. And with each passing day, Charlie’s confidence grew, and so did his speed. Charlie was no longer just a fan on the sidelines; he was a runner with his own dreams to chase. Two weeks later, Charlie stood at the starting line. His legs were a little shaky but his heart was full of courage. With each breath, he remembered Simon’s words, “You’re not just running a race, Charlie. You’re running towards your courage.” Charlie’s feet found a rhythm on the track, and he ran with a determination that surprised even himself. The crowd around him faded away, and all he could hear was Simon’s cheers, guiding him to the finish line. It was a day Charlie would never forget, a day when he learned that with belief and brotherly love, he could have the strength to keep going on any race in life. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了Simon是学校运动队的明星，弟弟Charlie热爱跑步且是其粉丝，但是因为Simon的光芒觉得自己很难跑得像他一样快。学校运动会临近，Charlie鼓起勇气报名跑步比赛，却因为担忧而哭泣。Simon发现后安慰他，并答应一起训练，教他跑步秘诀。两周后Charlie站在起跑线，铭记Simon的话充满勇气地奔跑，最终明白有信念和兄弟之情就能在比赛中前进。 【详解】1. 段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“Simon拍了拍Charlie的背，笑了”可知，第一段可描写Simon安慰哭泣的Charlie，开始和Charlie一起进行跑步训练，教Charlie跑步的秘诀，Charlie的信心和能力都增长了。 ②由第二段首句内容“两个星期后，Charlie站在起跑线上”可知，第二段可描写Charlie战胜恐惧，勇敢地跑起来，冲向终点线，以及Charlie从这一次的经历中获得的感悟。 2. 续写线索：Simon拍Charlie的背——Simon安慰Charlie——两人一起训练，Charlie取得进步——Charlie站在起跑线上——Charlie勇敢地奔跑——感悟 3. 词汇激活 行为类 ①重要：matter/count/weigh ②胜过：surpass/excel/exceed ③追求：chase/pursue/go after ④逐渐消失：fade away/die away 情绪类 ①信心：confidence/self-assurance ②使惊讶：surprise/amaze 【点睛】[高分句型1] What really matters is not about being the fastest. (what引导主语从句) [高分句型2] Charlie’s feet found a rhythm on the track, and he ran with a determination that surprised even himself. (that引导限制性定语从句) [高分句型3] It was a day Charlie would never forget, a day when he learned that with belief and brotherly love, he could have the strength to keep going on any race in life. (关系代词引导限制性定语从句并被省略、when引导限制性定语从句、that引导宾语从句) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ ★开封前注意保密 肇庆市2025届高中毕业班第二次模拟考试 英语 本试题共10页，考试时间120分钟，满分120分 注意事项： 1.答题前，考生先将自己的信息填写清楚、准确，将条形码准确粘贴在条形码粘贴处。 2.请按照题号顺序在答题卡各题目的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效。 3.答题时请按要求用笔，保持卡面清洁，不要折叠，不要弄破、弄皱，不得使用涂改液、修正带、刮纸刀。考试结束后，请将本试题及答题卡交回。 第二部分 阅读 (共两节，满分50分) 第一节 (共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分) 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A The International Career Development Conference (ICDC), is a big yearly event. Over 23,000 people, including high school students, teachers, business people, and former members, will come to celebrate the ICDC’s spirit for several days. • Conference Highlights The conference is packed with thrilling activities. Here, more than 800 ICDC members show off their knowledge and skills, competing to be the best in the world. Take Emerging Leader Series as an example. It helps thousands of members learn essential skills like cooperation, critical thinking, and being creative. These skills will give you an edge in today’s competitive world. The conference also has many other programs. If you want to explore further study or job opportunities, the College+ Career Exhibits provide more than 100 fairs for you to choose from. These include the School-Based Enterprise Academy, Executive Officers Campaigns, and Advisor Professional Learning. These activities bring smart people together to find a path to their desired career. • High School Connection The ICDC helps with high schools too. It supports things like Career Clusters, National Curriculum Standards, 21st-century Skills, Project-Based Learning, and Artificial Intelligence Skills. It makes learning more fun and gives access to latest knowledge and skills. • Registration and Other Information Location: Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida. Admission: $270 per person. Special rates are available for advance reservations. Book early to enjoy discounted group rates! Accommodation: Your assigned tutor will help you find a place to stay. You must stay with your group for at least four nights, starting from the night when the conference begins. Supplemental Courses: There are many courses for you to get started. Before the vent, watch video courses to inspire you with novel ideas and tips. 1. What is the aim of Emerging Leader Series? A. To define the ICDC’s spirit. B To show off individual talents. C. To help members learn core skills. D. To celebrate members’ achievements. 2. Which activity is specially intended for high school students? A. Supplemental Courses. B. Project-Based Learning. C. College+ Career Exhibits. D. Executive Officers Campaigns. 3. What should you do to get admission discounts? A. Reserve early as a group. B. Consult an assigned tutor. C. Stay for at least four nights. D. Book the event individually. B Imagine walking across the stage to get your graduation certificate and also receiving a thousand dollars in cash. That’s what happened in the graduation ceremony in Dartmouth! But there is more — graduates couldn’t keep it all to themselves. Robert Hale, a billionaire who owns a big telecommunications company, was present at the graduation. While delivering the speech, he told the students that he wanted to share with them the happiness that comes from giving. So, when the 800 graduates went up to get their certificates, they each also got two envelopes, each containing $500. But they could only keep $500, and had to give the other $500 to someone else or to a charity. The students were super excited. They cheered and clapped for almost a minute before Mr. Hale could speak again. He told them that the first $500 was a gift, but the second $500 was for them to give to someone who might need it more. Each envelope had either the word “gift” or “give” on it, to remind the graduates about the two parts of their surprise. Some students have already decided where they will donate their money, like to community libraries, children’s theaters, or to help a poor relative going through cancer treatment. It is a cool way for them to start their adult lives by helping others. This isn’t the first time that Mr. Hale has done this kind of surprise. Actually, he has done it at other schools before, because he thinks it is a fun way to celebrate and inspire students who have worked really hard at school. He has given away more than $27 million to different charitable causes, like helping to find cures for cancer and supporting the underprivileged with their tuition fees. Thus, the final lesson that Dartmouth’s graduates learned in college is about sharing and giving. It is a graduation gift that will keep on giving, and a valuable story they will never forget. 4. How does the author introduce the topic? A. By making a prediction. B By presenting financial data. C. By offering an expert’s opinion. D. By describing a graduation scene. 5. What is the requirement for graduates who received the cash gift? A. To keep the entire gift. B. To donate half of the cash. C. To establish a charity fund. D. To share it with good friends. 6. How did the graduates feel about Mr. Hale’s decision? A. They appreciated the opportunity to help. B. They felt pressured to decide on a charity. C. They agreed to donate more than required. D. They were not sure how to start the project. 7. What message does this graduation ceremony convey? A. A penny saved is a penny earned. B. Education is the key to a shared future. C. Don’t count your chickens before they hatch. D. Giving is a powerful way to make a difference. C In the journey through high school, students are often faced with academic challenges, social dramas, and multiple pressures. That is why the concept of mental resilience stands out. It is the superpower that lets you bounce back from setbacks and cope with the ups and downs in life. Professor Lynn Warren, director of the Adolescent Development Research Institute(ADRl) , has conducted numerous studies on the psychological well-being of teenagers. In order to uncover how resilience impacts students’ academic journey, her research team carried out a comprehensive survey to gather representative samples and provide insightful data. The study has revealed a strong positive correlation between resilience and academic engagement. Resilient students are found to be more deeply involved in class discussions, to take on leadership roles in school communities, and to seek out additional learning opportunities. Moreover, these students demonstrate superior academic performance and better understanding of complex subject matters. Mr. Thompson, a mathematics teacher at Evergreen High School, exemplifies the findings of the study through his teaching practices. He has made it his mission not only to teach math but also to inject a sense of resilience in his students. He employs a variety of methods to cheer students up. Over time, Mr. Thompson’s efforts began to bear fruit. His students’ attitudes towards math shifted from fear to fascination. They started to look ahead , and more importantly, this process helped them develop a growth mindset. Professor Warren, based on her research, recommends creating an encouraging atmosphere where teens can freely discuss their challenges and receive helpful feedback. She also stresses the value of building a supportive network. Whether it’s a teacher, a coach, or a peer, having someone who can give you a boost when you need it can make all the difference. So, the next time you face a challenge, remember, it’s not about avoiding them, but about learning to bounce back from them. 8. What does the underlined word “resilience” in paragraph 1 refer to? A. Toughness. B. Challenge. C. Conflict. D. Setback. 9. How has mental resilience affected students’ academic performance? A. Unchanged academic behaviors. B. Additional roles in class discussions. C. Improved engagement and performance. D. More opportunities in choosing subjects. 10. What can we infer about Mr. Thompson from the text? A. His attitude towards teaching has shifted. B. He inspires students to be mentally resilient. C. His efforts to promote resilience are in vain. D. He wants to challenge the findings of the study. 11 What does Professor Warren mainly talk about in the last paragraph? A. Suggestions on building resilience. B. Discussions of academic challenges. C. Importance of a supportive network. D. Recommendations on future studies D When you are at a party full of strangers, to make connections, you share a bit about yourself — your dreams, your values, and why you are here. That is your personal story. Brands do the same thing, but their “party” is the marketplace. Storytelling has become an important tool for brands in today’s commercial world. An effective brand story is a way to connect, making the public remember the brand and even fall in love with it. To craft an appealing brand story, start with the essentials: where the brand came from, what it stands for, and what it wants to achieve beyond profits. The story should illustrate why the brand exists and what drives it forward. By sharing the challenges that the brand has overcame and the journey it has undertaken to make it this far, it is actually declaring, “This is who we are and why you should take notice.” Yet, an effective brand story is not just about reflecting on the past; it is also about drawing a picture of where the brand is heading and making people want to be part of the picture. The secret lies in maintaining sincerity and simplicity. A well-packaged brand story should be easy to understand and consistent, no matter where you see it — online, in stores, or on social media. This helps the brand gain recognition and loyalty from consumers. Another magic of a brand story is that it can stir up strong emotions. It is about finding a message that hits the audience. For instance, Coca-Cola has a long history of effective brand storytelling. The brand has created a story of happiness, friendship,and togetherness. Their advertising often features people from different backgrounds coming together over a bottle of Coke, emphasizing the brand’s role in bringing people together. Therefore, it is true to say storytelling is the heartbeat of a brand and the secret sauce that turns customers into fans for life. 12. What do the party and the marketplace have in common according to paragraph 1? A. Venues for social gathering. B. Platforms to make connections. C. Chances of promoting products. D. Places to share your personal story. 13. What is the purpose of sharing a brand’s challenges and journey? A. To bring up its future plans. B. To showcase product features. C. To outline marketing directions. D. To explain why it deserves attention. 14. What is the secret to telling a brand story effectively? A. Maintaining its magical power. B. Reflecting on the past experiences. C. Holding onto a clear and sincere style. D. Emphasizing profits to attract the audience. 15. What can be a suitable title for the text? A. How to Communicate with Fans for Life B. Brand Stories: A Guide to Customer Service C. Relationship Between Marketing Skills and Emotions D. Every Brand Has a Story: How Telling It Wins Hearts 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。 Artificial intelligence (AI) can really help with first-aid training in high schools. By providing fun and easy-to-reach practices, AI can add color to students’ learning experience. Here is how it can be useful. · Interactive Practice Real-life scenes. ___16___ For example, fires in teaching buildings, injuries caused by falling objects, stampedes (踩踏) on stairs, etc. Students can act in different emergency situations, just like in real life. Quick response. As students do first aid in the practice, AI can give quick advice on how they are doing. ___17___ For example, if a student is pressing a wound wrong, AI can tell them the mistake right away and show them the correct way to do it. Practice again and again. ___18___ In this way, they will get familiar with the operation and feel more confident. Each time they do the practice, AI can change the scene a bit to keep it new and challenging. · Personalized Study ___19___ This makes sure each student gets the most from the training and can learn at their own speed. For example, if a student can’t do CPR right, AI can give the student detailed advice on this part. Besides, according to how a student does at the start, AI can design a learning path that focuses on what the student needs to work on. Moreover, AI-powered online classes offer things like video lessons, hands-on games, and stories about real cases. These flexible approaches can make first-aid training easier for students who are afraid of asking questions. ___20___ In conclusion, by using AI in first-aid training, high schools can get students ready to handle emergencies and save lives. A Students can decide how to give first aid. B. Students can do the practices many times. C. This advice can tell whether they are doing the right steps. D. AI provides the type of training based on what each student needs. E. The training has improved how fast they are responding on the spot. F. This can be good news for those who might be shy in a normal classroom. G. AI can present different lifelike emergency scenes for students to practice. 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。 What happened at Empangeni Wildlife Reserve in South Africa was like a ___21___ from the film Madagascar: A herd of elephants conducted a daring escape, ___22___ some antelopes (羚羊) from their enclosed zone. In June 2024, staff at the reserve were closely ___23___ the health conditions of the antelopes when they noticed several elephants slowly approaching and ___24___. Assuming that the elephants were ___25___ searching for hay (干草), the staff didn’t pay much attention to the gentle ___26___ at first. Before they knew it, however, one elephant had ___27___ used its trunk to unlock and open the gate, setting the antelopes free. The staff were ___28___ as the antelopes rushed headlong into the ___29___ bush, with the elephants following closely behind as if they were playing a game. It took their caretakers several hours of ____30____ and chasing under the hot sun to finally settle the antelopes down and guide them back behind the ____31____. Why did the elephants do this? No one knows for sure and the reason behind their actions remains a puzzle. “But we know that elephants have a sense of ____32____,” says elephant expert William Macmillan of the Pittsburgh Zoo. He couldn’t hide a ____33____ in his voice. “Maybe they were having fun!” And so, the tale of the elephants outsmarting the humans has become a legendary story at the reserve. It stands as a vivid reminder of the ____34____ nature of the wildlife and their astonishing, human-like intelligence, leaving the staff with a deeper appreciation for the ____35____ of nature. 21. A. dream B. scene C. message D. photo 22. A. calling B. gathering C. sending D. freeing 23. A. monitoring B. predicting C. changing D. improving 24. A. lying down B. turning back C. nosing around D. jumping up 25. A. hardly B. simply C. exactly D. totally 26. A. giants B. co-workers C. strangers D. teammates 27. A. tirelessly B. fearfully C. comfortably D. skillfully 28. A. overjoyed B. doubted C. shocked D. excited 29. A. empty B. nearby C. small D. dusty 30. A. training B. cleaning C. tracking D. climbing 31. A. garden B. forest C. center D. fence 32 A. humor B. pride C. shame D. duty 33. A. tear B. sigh C. smile D. relief 34. A. gentle B. playful C. sorrowful D. rude 35. A. dangers B. chances C. origins D. wonders 第二节(共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分) 语法填空 In the lively city of Xiamen, Fujian Province , there is a special workshop ____36____ master craftsman, Pan Haiyuan, has been creating beautiful wooden molds (模具) for38 years. These molds are used ____37____ (shape) sweet treats like sticky rice cakes and mooncakes, and they are decorated with detailed carvings of lucky animals from Chinese culture. Pan’s workshop ____38____ (fill) with the scent of wood and the sound of his tools at work. He wakes up early every day and carefully shapes each craftwork, ____39____ (make) it not just a tool, but a piece of art that connects us to our past. But as time ____40____ (pass), machines began to make these molds too, making it harder for Pan to keep his tradition alive. He wants to teach___41___ youth his craft, but they are more interested in faster, ____42____ (easy) ways to make things. Still, Pan keeps carving, hoping that the world will not forget the beauty of making things____43____ hand. A news team from CGTN heard about Pan and shared his story, showing everyone the importance of preserving traditions with love and the joy of creating something ____44____ (care). Pan’s story reveals that even when times change, the value and the beauty of tradition can still shine through. It is a reminder for all of us to appreciate the skills and crafts that have been passed down through _____45_____ (generation). 第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节 (满分15分) 46. 假定你是李华，近日你校举办了传统美食节，请给你的外国朋友Chris写一封英文邮件分享这次活动经历。内容包括： 1. 介绍本次美食节； 2. 分享你的感受及收获； 3. 期待对方分享他喜爱的美食。 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Chris, ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 第一节 (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。 Simon was the star of the school sports team. He loved the thrill of outrunning the wind and crossing the finish line first. His name was always on the tip of everyone’s tongue when it came to school sports events. His little brother, Charlie, loved running too and had always been a fan of Simon. He admired his brother from the bottom of his heart, his eyes wide with excitement as Simon sped past everyone on the track. He wanted to be like Simon and feel the wind in his hair as he ran. Charlie’s dream of being a runner grew like a tiny seed, but was overshadowed by his brother’s bright light. He realized he could never run as fast as Simon did: His feet felt heavy on the track, and his heart was even heavier with fear. As the annual school sports day approached, Charlie saw the notice on the school bulletin board. His heart did a little dance. A running race! He wanted to be a part of it, to feel the excitement that Simon felt. With a trembling hand, Charlie wrote his name on the list and signed up for the running race, which would take place in two weeks. That night, he couldn’t sleep, his mind racing with worries. He tossed and turned, picturing himself tripping and falling. What if he lost? What if everyone laughed at him? He couldn’t contain himself and sobbed quietly. He felt as if he was a tiny bird trying to fly alongside an eagle. When Simon found Charlie crying in his room, he knew something was up. “Hey buddy, what’s all this?” he asked softly, his face filled with concern. Charlie looked up at his big brother with a long sigh and said, “I am going to lose, Simon. I’m not like you. I will never run as fast as you do.” 注意： 1. 续写词数应为150左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Para 1. Simon gave Charlie a pat on the back and smiled. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Para 2. Two weeks later, Charlie stood at the starting line. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$