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XCS2024—2025学年第一学期期末教学质量检测
高二英语
满分150分 考试时间120分钟
注意事项:
1. 答卷前,考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答选择题时,选出每小题答案后,用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时,将答案写在答题卡上,写在本试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后,将答题卡交回。
第一部分 听力 (共两节,满分30分)
第一节 (共5小题;每小题1. 5分,满分7. 5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What does the man plan to do tonight?
A. Watch a movie. B. Attend a meeting. C. Work on the presentation.
2. What are the speakers talking about?
A. The cat care tips. B. The competition rules. C. The award-winning photo.
3. Why will the woman call Anne?
A. To ask for help. B. To express thanks. C. To give some information.
4. Where are the speakers probably?
A. At home. B. At a restaurant. C. At a grocery store.
5. What is the topic of tonight's program?
A. Cooking methods. B. Farming tools. C. Animal shelters.
第二节 (共15小题;每小题1. 5分,满分22. 5分)
听下面几段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有三个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6至7题。
6. What are the speakers probably doing?
A Doing some shopping. B. Taking a driving test. C. Playing a computer game.
7. What does the woman think of what the man did?
A. It was useless. B. It was incorrect. C. It was unimportant.
听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。
8. What does the woman want the man to do right after school?
A. Cook dinner. B. Do homework. C. Look after his brother.
9. Why is the man asked to speak to Roger?
A. To cancel a visit. B. To ask for leave. C. To discuss a plan.
10. What relation is Julie to the man probably?
A. His sister. B. His mom. C. His teacher.
听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。
11. What does the woman like about the store in Chapel Hill?
A. Its wide choices. B. Its low price. C. Its quality costumes.
12. Why does the woman ask the man to go with her?
A. To keep her company. B. To offer her a ride. C. To give her some advice.
13. What will the woman do to thank the man?
A. Treat him to lunch. B. Practice a song with him. C. Teach him to play the guitar.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
14. What motivates the group?
A. The love for creating artworks.
B. The pleasure of helping others.
C. The wish to improve the community.
15. How has the local government helped the group?
A. By offering bottles. B. By providing money. C. By creating a website.
16. Where can people buy the bottles?
A. On the Internet. B. In the shops. C. From the town hall.
17. How many members does the group have now?
A. Three. B. Five. C. Eight.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。
18. Who is the speaker probably talking to?
A. Drama teachers. B. Acting students. C. Fellow actors.
19. What does the speaker think an unreliable manager would do?
A. Charge a fee in advance. B. Ask for money for every job. C. Take 10% of an actor's earnings.
20. How does the speaker feel about Jeremy?
A. Grateful. B. Curious. C. Disappointed.
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
Here are four student podcasts (播客) that offer a glimpse into the minds of students and what they say about news concerning climate in their communities — and what they hope to do about it.
Behind the Scenes of the Mosquito Fire
In a 10-episode series, a sixth-grade class at the Georgetown School of Innovation in Georgetown, Calif., shares stories from the damaging Mosquito Fire in 2022. This group of eight students asks two firefighters from the Georgetown Fire Department what it’s like to fight fires and protect loved ones in their hometown.
Fires: Set Ablaze
At Chautauqua Elementary, the Vashon fifth-graders talk about the far-reaching and lasting impact of wildfires and wildfire smoke — and the direct effects on their lives, like waiting for the school bus on a smoky day. The students also interview experts and share their research on wildfire precautions (预防措施).
Flowing Through Time
In this podcast from Peak Academy, a group of eight middle schoolers reports on dealing with water shortages in Bozeman, Montana. They trace the history of their growing hometown’s water supply, which has been dependent on mountain snowmelt. As that source becomes less reliable in a warming world, the students turn to the grown-ups to ask what they can do to conserve water.
Washed Away
The deadly flooding in eastern Kentucky last year forever changed the lives of high schoolers Ryley Bowman, Carolina Johnson and Hunter Noble. The three classmates at Morgan County High School in West Liberty, Ky., share firsthand accounts of their own and their family’s experiences during the floods.
1. Who shows interest in firefighters’ stories?
A. Peak Academy students. B. Chautauqua Elementary students.
C. Morgan County High School students. D. Georgetown School of Innovation students.
2. Which podcast shows concern for water conservation?
A. Washed Away. B. Fires: Set Ablaze.
C. Flowing Through Time. D. Behind the Scenes of the Mosquito Fire.
3. What do Fires: Set Ablaze and Washed Away have in common?
A. They consult experts’ research results.
B. They explore the causes of climate change.
C. They share students’ personal experiences.
D. They discuss precautions for natural disasters.
B
“I’ve never picked the jobs I’ve done in my life,” says Mark Sadler, who spent 20 years working at the London underground. But when he retired, he became a lifeguard.
Three years ago, Sadler was giving blood when he felt chest pain. He says, “The doctor asked: ‘Do you drink?’ Yeah, probably too much. ‘Do you smoke?’ Yes. They could see by my size that I ate too much.” Then Sadler stopped smoking and drinking.
“I’ve always had to earn as much as I can to provide for my family,” Sadler says. At the underground, he looked after the engineering fleet (工程车队). He worked 10-to 12-hour days, and often returned to visit the tunnels at night. “If I got the call at 1, I’d be on the go at1: 15.”
He regards his wife and two daughters as “always the most important thing in my life”, but while he worked, “they were wrapped in clingfilm (保鲜膜)”. He means he could see them, but they were in a separate world. That’s why Sadler made his daughters, by then adults, an offer. “I told them: ‘If you have a child, I will become a full-time grandparent.’” For the past couple of years, he has combined caring for his granddaughter with lifeguarding very well. Being a grandparent, he says, has shown “how much I missed” as a father.
Now he is part of a community. “In my old job, I used to say to everyone: ‘Every day you’re learning.’ I feel that even more now that I’ve got to 60. I’m doing something that I chose. I can balance my job with my wife and family. It is everything I want.”
4. What made Sadler change his lifestyle?
A. A health problem. B. Pursuit of an ideal job.
C. An accident at the underground. D. Financial pressures from his family.
5. What was Sadler’s experience like while working at the underground?
A. It offered him flexibility. B. It was physically dangerous.
C. It was associated with stress. D. It allowed him to travel the world.
6. Why did Sadler decide to become a full-time grandparent?
A. To escape job-related burnout. B. To enjoy his retirement.
C. To challenge himself. D. To focus on family.
7. How does Sadler feel about his career shift?
A. Regretful. B. Nervous. C. Relieved. D. Satisfied.
C
Humans are constantly looking for better solutions to the problems we face in our daily lives. One new school of thought suggests that answers can be found in nature. This idea is called “biomimicry.”
Biomimicry proposes that if other organisms have already found a solution to a problem, we can copy that solution instead of starting from the beginning.
Biomimicry uses the vast development we’ve made in science and technology. Take, for instance, the challenge of keeping a building clean without using toxic (有毒的) chemicals. A team of German scientists looked at a lotus (莲花) leaf under a microscope, and they discovered the surface of the leaf was covered with mountains. The tiny peaks stopped dirt particles (微粒) from sticking to the leaves’ surface. They also made raindrops form into balls. As the drops rolled off the leaf, they lifted the dirt and carried it away. They scientists developed a type of paint based on the structure of the lotus leaf, which has a similar “mountainous” surface when it dries. When the paint is used on the outside of buildings, rainwater washes the dirt away.
Another important idea in biomimicry is that humans should try to copy the way that natural systems work. Most modern kitchen cabinets are made with glue that contains a toxic chemical. A scientist named Dr. Kaichang Li wanted to find a replacement glue that would work just as well without that chemical. Walking on the beach one day, he noticed the answer was right in front of him. Mussels (贻贝) were everywhere, clinging to the rocks in the water. After studying how the mussels made their sticky threads, he created a nontoxic glue.
8. What is the main characteristic of “biomimicry”?
A. It relies on reinventing solutions.
B It prioritizes copying over innovation.
C. It emphasizes the application of advanced technology.
D. It encourages the use of traditional methods in problem-solving.
9. What is the similarity between the dried paint and lotus leaves according to paragraph 3?
A. They collect water. B. They have a rough surface.
C. They resist dirty raindrops. D. They contain the same substance.
10. What might the author convey through the case of making a nontoxic glue?
A. Products should be recycled and reused.
B. Waste products are a concern in biomimicry.
C. Glue production is a significant environmental issue.
D. Studying the way natural systems work can help reduce pollution.
11. What is a suitable title for the text?
A. Nature does it better B. Learning from nature
C. Should we put technology back into nature? D. How can biomimicry help redesign civilization?
D
Picture this: You’re home alone, and it’s nearing dinnertime. You grab a box of cookies from the cupboard, some olives and baby carrots from the fridge. Then you eat right off the kitchen counter with your fingers. All told, the meal takes five minutes, one plate, and no utensils (餐具) . You, my friend, have just made yourself a “girl dinner.”
What once may have been a sheepish tradition has recently achieved viral fame on the internet thanks to Olivia Maher, who first coined the phenomenon in a TikTok. The trend has since amassed nearly one billion views. Where users have started sharing their own creations.
There are some potential benefits of this kind of meal. For one, slightly smaller portions (份额) before bedtime could be a good thing. “It’s really nutritionally better to eat a larger meal in the middle of the day and a lighter meal at night,” says Kima Cargill, a psychology professor. “A lot of cultures will just eat, like leftovers, or soup and bread or something for dinner, ” she says, “which from a digestion viewpoint, is a better. ”
Women often assume caretaking roles in a household, on top of all their other daily life responsibilities. “Girl dinner encourages people to listen to and follow their heart. It can be a celebration of freedom, if only for one meal, from that domestic labor, ” nutritionist Alissa Rumsey says.
The trend has also raised eyebrows for what some argue is a support for low-calorie snacks in small, sometimes insubstantial portions. “My biggest concern with this is that many of these ‘girl dinners’ that we see on social media are not enough, which can both promote and normalize disordered eating and under-eating, ” Rumsey says.
Her advice: avoid and unfollow any content creators that make you feel shame. Even if a video isn’t directly about weight loss, it’s hard not to see a person’s daily food intake as guidelines on how to look like them. But what works for them may not work for you.
12. What does the term “girl dinner” refer to?
A. A low-effort meal. B. A weight-losing diet.
C. A time-honored recipe. D. A money-saving snack.
13. What aspect of the girl dinner is appreciated by Kima Cargill?
A. It’s rich nutritionally. B. It’s often in small portions.
C Its tendency to be eaten at home. D. Its expression of cultural identity.
14. What does the girl dinner mean to women according to Alissa Rumsey?
A. Tiresome housework. B. Effort to meet kids’ wishes.
C. An opportunity for socializing. D. A break from daily responsibilities.
15. What does Alissa Rumsey recommend?
A. Limiting your time online.
B. Avoiding following others’ diets blindly.
C. Taking in low-calorie snacks in small portions.
D. Reducing the frequency of eating the girl dinner.
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。选项中有一项为多余选项。
The pursuit of Knowledge: Benefits of Lifelong Learning
Lifelong Learning has become essential in a world constantly changing due to rapidly advancing technology, evolving job fields, and shifting cultural norms. ___16___. In this context, we will explore the reasons for engaging in lifelong learning.
It increases motivation. Gaining new knowledge and developing skills can be a fun and rewarding experience for many people. According to the Pew Research Center, 80% of lifelong learners said that they pursued learning because they desired to acquire knowledge that would help make their more motivating and fulfilled (满足的). ___17___, as you would often feel a sense of accomplishment when you learn new things.
___18___. According to research in the Psychological Science journal, acquiring new skills not only deeps your brain active and sharp but also helps improve cognitive (认知的) function, delaying memory problems as you age. Additionally, learning new subjects enhances problem-solving skills, as noted by Dr. Barbara Oakley, an expert in learning and engineering.
It helps you grow personally. Acquiring new skills not only boosts your confidence but also empowers you, exposing you to a broader perspective by introducing different views and cultures. ___19___.
It improves your career. ___20___, as they adapt better at work. A LinkedIn survey also revealed that 76% of professionals believe learning new skills is critical to success in their careers.
A. It helps you stay positive
B. It boosts your brainpower
C. It is no longer just a choice; it is a necessity
D. This, in turn, enhances your understanding of others
E. 39% of professional learners said they desired to improve themselves to obtain a raise
F. Continuously learning and improving yourself could provide enormous self-satisfaction
G. The report “The Future of Jobs” highlights that employers value lifelong learners highly
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。
At forty-one years old, I still stutter (口吃) . I’m fine with it now but that wasn’t always the ___21___ . It wasn’t too difficult the first couple of years of school. In fact, I don’t recall being ___22___ at all, although there was a great deal of curiosity about my ___23___ speech.
A few years later, I began to dislike being different. I felt that I ___24___ for all the wrong reasons. Just ___25___ the pain of not even being able to say your own name, I would often give ___26___ names when meeting new people. It was ___27___ for me to be Jason or Mike, Chris or Kevin.
Sometime in eighth grade, my ___28___ changed. I turned what I’d always perceived as a negative into a positive. I finally ___29___ that difference and ran with it. ____30____ waiting in fear for the teacher to ____31____ my name, I raised my hand when I knew the answer. I became a stuttering man who now speaks for a ____32____ . Self-acceptance continues to be essential in the success I’ve experienced as a speaker. My only ____33____ is that it didn’t happen sooner.
It’s never easy to be a kid. It’s especially ____34____ when you’re different, but it doesn’t have to be. The time to accept your ____35____ is now.
21 A. target B. reason C. case D. match
22. A. made use of B. taken hold of C. taken care of D. made fun of
23. A. abnormal B. long C. informal D. chosen
24. A. gave away B. calmed down C. stood out D. stayed up
25. A. imagine B. avoid C. predict D. record
26. A. similar B. false C. official D. personal
27. A. different B. common C. important D. strange
28. A. duty B. problem C. identity D. attitude
29. A. repeated B. simplified C. accepted D. spotted
30. A. Instead of B. Due to C. In relation to D. In return for
31. A. type B. change C. call D. spell
32. A. family B. promise C. praise D. living
33. A. request B. regret C. decision D. explanation
34. A. natural B. beneficial C. essential D. tough
35. A. ignorance B. uniqueness C. task D. mistake
第二节 (共10小题;每小题1. 5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The mamianqun or horse-faced skirt is a skirt that first originated somewhere close to the Song Dynasty. It’s named this way because it ___36___ (look) like the marnian fortress (要塞) , which has stairs on either side and a door in ___37___ front and back. The ‘doors’ sides of the fortress ___38___ (know) as the “horse faces” or mamian because these were the faces of the fortress where horses would pass through.
The mamianqun gained great ___39___ (popular) during the Ming Dynasty and remained fashionable during the Qing Dynasty.
These days, mamianqun has been modernized ___40___ a number of ways. Keep the shirt simple, usually just plain white, so that all the attention can be on the ___41___ (color) skirt and its complicated designs. ___42___ (alternative), if you prefer a more feminine (女性的) feel, you can choose mamianqun inspired by the Song Dynasty, ___43___ typically comes in lighter colors and features simpler designs, though it takes longer time ___44___ (find) them. Some of the fabrics for mamianqun are incredible these days, ____45____ (involve) images of adorable cartoon rabbits and cats while still looking very classy from a distance!
第四部分 写作 (共两节,满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 世界海洋日即将到来,你校计划组织同学们观看自然纪录片 (documentary) 《蔚蓝之境》。该片以中国近海为舞台,着眼海洋生态和资源,呈现一片神秘、壮阔、充满活力的蔚蓝之境。请用英语写一封信,邀请你的交换生朋友 Allen一起观看。内容包括:
1. 简单介绍《蔚蓝之境》 ( “The Blue World”) ;
2. 观看时间和地点
注意:
1. 写作词数应为80左右。
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡上的相应位置作答。
Dear Allen,
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Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 (满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
When I was a kid, my parents brought me a four-month-old puppy (小狗). My family named the puppy Dusty. Although I wanted to lay only claim to her affections, in a family of seven kids, no one lays permanent claim to the family pet.
Dusty was our dog, not “my” dog. We soon realized that she had patience. My baby sister often transformed Dusty’s warm fur into a naptime pillow — falling asleep on the carpet. Like a protective mother, Dusty waited — without moving — until my sister woke.
Dusty doubled as a school crossing guard, too. Monday through Friday she’d walk us kids two blocks to St. Patrick’s Parochial, looking both ways to check for the traffic before allowing us to cross the street. We’d wave good-bye as we entered the door, knowing Dusty would be waiting at the school door to claim us at the close of the school day.
Of all the contributions Dusty made to our family, one incident stands out far above all others.
Late one night, Dusty rushed to my parents’ bedroom. She barked and barked. When she got no response, Dusty raced upstairs to my bedroom and my brothers’ bedroom and barked again and again. When she failed to fully wake us, she flew back down the steps and returned to my parents’ room. Finally, she got Mom’s attention.
“What are you doing, Dusty?” Mom said, still halfway in dreamland. Dusty persisted (坚持). Finally my mother gave in. “Okay, what is it?”
Dusty rushed out of Mom's room. Thinking the dog needed to be let out to relieve herself, my mother followed Dusty to the front door.
注意:
1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡上的相应位置作答。
When Mom opened the door, Dusty tore across the street, not stopping to do her business as my mother had assumed.
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My mother called the fire department immediately.
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XCS2024—2025学年第一学期期末教学质量检测
高二英语
满分150分 考试时间120分钟
注意事项:
1. 答卷前,考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答选择题时,选出每小题答案后,用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时,将答案写在答题卡上,写在本试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后,将答题卡交回。
第一部分 听力 (共两节,满分30分)
第一节 (共5小题;每小题1. 5分,满分7. 5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What does the man plan to do tonight?
A. Watch a movie. B. Attend a meeting. C. Work on the presentation.
2. What are the speakers talking about?
A. The cat care tips. B. The competition rules. C. The award-winning photo.
3. Why will the woman call Anne?
A. To ask for help. B. To express thanks. C. To give some information.
4. Where are the speakers probably?
A. At home. B. At a restaurant. C. At a grocery store.
5. What is the topic of tonight's program?
A. Cooking methods. B. Farming tools. C. Animal shelters.
第二节 (共15小题;每小题1. 5分,满分22. 5分)
听下面几段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有三个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6至7题。
6. What are the speakers probably doing?
A. Doing some shopping. B. Taking a driving test. C. Playing a computer game.
7. What does the woman think of what the man did?
A. It was useless. B. It was incorrect. C. It was unimportant.
听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。
8. What does the woman want the man to do right after school?
A. Cook dinner. B. Do homework. C. Look after his brother.
9. Why is the man asked to speak to Roger?
A. To cancel a visit. B. To ask for leave. C. To discuss a plan.
10. What relation is Julie to the man probably?
A. His sister. B. His mom. C. His teacher.
听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。
11. What does the woman like about the store in Chapel Hill?
A. Its wide choices. B. Its low price. C. Its quality costumes.
12. Why does the woman ask the man to go with her?
A. To keep her company. B. To offer her a ride. C. To give her some advice.
13. What will the woman do to thank the man?
A. Treat him to lunch. B. Practice a song with him. C. Teach him to play the guitar.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
14. What motivates the group?
A. The love for creating artworks.
B. The pleasure of helping others.
C. The wish to improve the community.
15. How has the local government helped the group?
A. By offering bottles. B. By providing money. C. By creating a website.
16. Where can people buy the bottles?
A. On the Internet. B. In the shops. C. From the town hall.
17. How many members does the group have now?
A. Three. B. Five. C. Eight.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。
18 Who is the speaker probably talking to?
A. Drama teachers. B. Acting students. C. Fellow actors.
19. What does the speaker think an unreliable manager would do?
A. Charge a fee in advance. B. Ask for money for every job. C. Take 10% of an actor's earnings.
20. How does the speaker feel about Jeremy?
A. Grateful. B. Curious. C. Disappointed.
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
Here are four student podcasts (播客) that offer a glimpse into the minds of students and what they say about news concerning climate in their communities — and what they hope to do about it.
Behind the Scenes of the Mosquito Fire
In a 10-episode series, a sixth-grade class at the Georgetown School of Innovation in Georgetown, Calif., shares stories from the damaging Mosquito Fire in 2022. This group of eight students asks two firefighters from the Georgetown Fire Department what it’s like to fight fires and protect loved ones in their hometown.
Fires: Set Ablaze
At Chautauqua Elementary, the Vashon fifth-graders talk about the far-reaching and lasting impact of wildfires and wildfire smoke — and the direct effects on their lives, like waiting for the school bus on a smoky day. The students also interview experts and share their research on wildfire precautions (预防措施).
Flowing Through Time
In this podcast from Peak Academy, a group of eight middle schoolers reports on dealing with water shortages in Bozeman, Montana. They trace the history of their growing hometown’s water supply, which has been dependent on mountain snowmelt. As that source becomes less reliable in a warming world, the students turn to the grown-ups to ask what they can do to conserve water.
Washed Away
The deadly flooding in eastern Kentucky last year forever changed the lives of high schoolers Ryley Bowman, Carolina Johnson and Hunter Noble. The three classmates at Morgan County High School in West Liberty, Ky., share firsthand accounts of their own and their family’s experiences during the floods.
1. Who shows interest in firefighters’ stories?
A. Peak Academy students. B. Chautauqua Elementary students.
C. Morgan County High School students. D. Georgetown School of Innovation students.
2. Which podcast shows concern for water conservation?
A. Washed Away. B. Fires: Set Ablaze.
C. Flowing Through Time. D. Behind the Scenes of the Mosquito Fire.
3. What do Fires: Set Ablaze and Washed Away have in common?
A. They consult experts’ research results.
B. They explore the causes of climate change.
C. They share students’ personal experiences.
D. They discuss precautions for natural disasters.
【答案】1. D 2. C 3. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文,主要介绍了四个学生播客,他们关注自己社区的气候新闻,并分享他们的观点和希望采取的行动。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第二段“In a 10-episode series, a sixth-grade class at the Georgetown School of Innovation in Georgetown, Calif. , shares stories from the damaging Mosquito Fire in 2022. This group of eight students asks two firefighters from the Georgetown Fire Department what it’s like to fight fires and protect loved ones in their hometown.”(在一个10集的系列节目中,加州乔治城乔治敦创新学院的一个六年级班级分享了2022年破坏性的蚊子大火的故事。这组8名学生向来自乔治城消防局的两名消防员询问在家乡救火和保护亲人是什么感觉)可知,Georgetown School of Innovation的学生对消防员的故事感兴趣。故选D。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章Flowing Through Time下“In this podcast from Peak Academy, a group of eight middle schoolers reports on dealing with water shortages in Bozeman, Montana. They trace the history of their growing hometown’s water supply, which has been dependent on mountain snowmelt. As that source becomes less reliable in a warming world, the students turn to the grown-ups to ask what they can do to conserve water.”(在这个来自Peak Academy的播客中,八个中学生报道了他们如何应对蒙大拿州博兹曼的水资源短缺。他们追溯了他们不断发展的家乡的供水历史,这个供水源依赖于山上的雪水融化。随着这个水源在全球变暖的世界中变得不可靠,学生们转向成年人,询问他们可以做些什么来节约水资源。)可知,Flowing Through Time的播客关注水资源保护。故选C。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第三段“At Chautauqua Elementary, the Vashon fifth-graders talk about the far-reaching and lasting impact of wildfires and wildfire smoke — and the direct effects on their lives, like waiting for the school bus on a smoky day. The students also interview experts and share their research on wildfire precautions (预防措施).”(在肖托夸小学,瓦松小学的五年级学生谈论野火和野火烟雾的深远而持久的影响,以及对他们生活的直接影响,如在烟雾弥漫的日子里等校车。学生们还采访了专家,分享了他们对野火预防措施的研究)和第五段“The deadly flooding in eastern Kentucky last year forever changed the lives of high schoolers Ryley Bowman, Carolina Johnson and Hunter Noble. The three classmates at Morgan County High School in West Liberty, Ky., share firsthand accounts of their own and their family’s experiences during the floods.”(去年发生在肯塔基州东部的致命洪水永远地改变了高中生赖利·鲍曼、卡罗莱纳·约翰逊和亨特·诺布尔的生活。肯塔基州西自由市摩根县高中的三名同学分享了他们自己和家人在洪水中的亲身经历)可知,Fires: Set Ablaze和Washed Away共同之处是他们分享学生的个人经历。故选C。
B
“I’ve never picked the jobs I’ve done in my life,” says Mark Sadler, who spent 20 years working at the London underground. But when he retired, he became a lifeguard.
Three years ago, Sadler was giving blood when he felt chest pain. He says, “The doctor asked: ‘Do you drink?’ Yeah, probably too much. ‘Do you smoke?’ Yes. They could see by my size that I ate too much.” Then Sadler stopped smoking and drinking.
“I’ve always had to earn as much as I can to provide for my family,” Sadler says. At the underground, he looked after the engineering fleet (工程车队). He worked 10-to 12-hour days, and often returned to visit the tunnels at night. “If I got the call at 1, I’d be on the go at1: 15.”
He regards his wife and two daughters as “always the most important thing in my life”, but while he worked, “they were wrapped in clingfilm (保鲜膜)”. He means he could see them, but they were in a separate world. That’s why Sadler made his daughters, by then adults, an offer. “I told them: ‘If you have a child, I will become a full-time grandparent.’” For the past couple of years, he has combined caring for his granddaughter with lifeguarding very well. Being a grandparent, he says, has shown “how much I missed” as a father.
Now he is part of a community. “In my old job, I used to say to everyone: ‘Every day you’re learning.’ I feel that even more now that I’ve got to 60. I’m doing something that I chose. I can balance my job with my wife and family. It is everything I want.”
4. What made Sadler change his lifestyle?
A. A health problem. B. Pursuit of an ideal job.
C. An accident at the underground. D. Financial pressures from his family.
5. What was Sadler’s experience like while working at the underground?
A. It offered him flexibility. B. It was physically dangerous.
C It was associated with stress. D. It allowed him to travel the world.
6. Why did Sadler decide to become a full-time grandparent?
A. To escape job-related burnout. B. To enjoy his retirement.
C. To challenge himself. D. To focus on family.
7. How does Sadler feel about his career shift?
A. Regretful. B. Nervous. C. Relieved. D. Satisfied.
【答案】4. A 5. C 6. D 7. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了马克•萨德勒在伦敦地铁工作了20年,当他退休后,他成为了一名救生员。讲述了他的个人经历。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“Three years ago, Sadler was giving blood when he felt chest pain. He says, “The doctor asked: ‘Do you drink?’ Yeah, probably too much. ‘Do you smoke?’ Yes. They could see by my size that I ate too much. ” Then Sadler stopped smoking and drinking.(三年前,萨德勒在献血时感到胸痛。他说:“医生问我:‘你喝酒吗?“是的,可能太多了。‘你抽烟吗?’是的。他们可以从我的身材看出我吃得太多了。”后来,萨德勒停止了吸烟和饮酒)”可知,健康问题让萨德勒改变了他的生活方式。故选A。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“He worked 10-to 12-hour days, and often returned to visit the tunnels at night. “If I got the call at 1, I’d be on the go at1: 15.”(他每天工作10到12个小时,并经常在晚上回到隧道。“如果我在1点接到电话,我就会在1点15分开始工作。”)”可知,萨德勒在地铁的工作是有压力的。故选C。
【6题详解】
细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“That’s why Sadler made his daughters, by then adults, an offer. “I told them: ‘If you have a child, I will become a full-time grandparent.’” For the past couple of years, he has combined caring for his granddaughter with lifeguarding very well. Being a grandparent, he says, has shown “how much I missed” as a father.(这就是为什么萨德勒给当时已经成年的女儿们提议。“我告诉他们:‘如果你们有孩子,我就当全职爷爷。’”在过去的几年里,他把照顾孙女和救生员结合得很好。他说,当上了祖父母,让我看到了自己当父亲时“错过了很多”)”可知,萨德勒决定成为一名全职祖父母是为了关注家庭。故选D。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“I feel that even more now that I’ve got to 60. I’m doing something that I chose. I can balance my job with my wife and family. It is everything I want.(现在我已经60岁了,这种感觉更加强烈。我在做我选择的事情。我可以平衡我的工作与我的妻子和家庭。这是我想要的一切)”可知,萨德勒对自己的职业转变感到满意。故选D。
C
Humans are constantly looking for better solutions to the problems we face in our daily lives. One new school of thought suggests that answers can be found in nature. This idea is called “biomimicry.”
Biomimicry proposes that if other organisms have already found a solution to a problem, we can copy that solution instead of starting from the beginning.
Biomimicry uses the vast development we’ve made in science and technology. Take, for instance, the challenge of keeping a building clean without using toxic (有毒的) chemicals. A team of German scientists looked at a lotus (莲花) leaf under a microscope, and they discovered the surface of the leaf was covered with mountains. The tiny peaks stopped dirt particles (微粒) from sticking to the leaves’ surface. They also made raindrops form into balls. As the drops rolled off the leaf, they lifted the dirt and carried it away. They scientists developed a type of paint based on the structure of the lotus leaf, which has a similar “mountainous” surface when it dries. When the paint is used on the outside of buildings, rainwater washes the dirt away.
Another important idea in biomimicry is that humans should try to copy the way that natural systems work. Most modern kitchen cabinets are made with glue that contains a toxic chemical. A scientist named Dr. Kaichang Li wanted to find a replacement glue that would work just as well without that chemical. Walking on the beach one day, he noticed the answer was right in front of him. Mussels (贻贝) were everywhere, clinging to the rocks in the water. After studying how the mussels made their sticky threads, he created a nontoxic glue.
8. What is the main characteristic of “biomimicry”?
A. It relies on reinventing solutions.
B. It prioritizes copying over innovation.
C. It emphasizes the application of advanced technology.
D. It encourages the use of traditional methods in problem-solving.
9. What is the similarity between the dried paint and lotus leaves according to paragraph 3?
A. They collect water. B. They have a rough surface.
C. They resist dirty raindrops. D. They contain the same substance.
10. What might the author convey through the case of making a nontoxic glue?
A. Products should be recycled and reused.
B. Waste products are a concern in biomimicry.
C. Glue production is a significant environmental issue.
D. Studying the way natural systems work can help reduce pollution.
11. What is a suitable title for the text?
A. Nature does it better B. Learning from nature
C. Should we put technology back into nature? D. How can biomimicry help redesign civilization?
【答案】8. B 9. B 10. D 11. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了什么是“仿生学”以及仿生学的优点。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“Biomimicry proposes that if other organisms have already found a solution to a problem, we can copy that solution instead of starting from the beginning.(仿生学认为,如果其他生物已经找到了解决问题的方法,我们可以复制这个方法,而不是从头开始)”可知,“仿生学”的主要特征是优先考虑复制而不是创新。故选B。
【9题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“A team of German scientists looked at a lotus (莲花) leaf under a microscope, and they discovered the surface of the leaf was covered with mountains. The tiny peaks stopped dirt particles (微粒) from sticking to the leaves’ surface. They also made raindrops form into balls. As the drops rolled off the leaf, they lifted the dirt and carried it away. They scientists developed a type of paint based on the structure of the lotus leaf, which has a similar “mountainous” surface when it dries. When the paint is used on the outside of buildings, rainwater washes the dirt away.(一组德国科学家在显微镜下观察了一片荷叶,他们发现叶子的表面覆盖着“山脉”。这些微小的尖峰阻止了污垢颗粒粘在叶子表面。它们还把雨滴做成球。当水珠从叶子上滚下来时,它们把泥土带走了。科学家们根据荷叶的结构开发了一种涂料,这种涂料在干燥时具有类似的“山区”表面。当油漆用于建筑物外部时,雨水会将污垢冲走)”可知,涂料和荷叶的相似之处是都表面粗糙。故选B。
【10题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“A scientist named Dr. Kaichang Li wanted to find a replacement glue that would work just as well without that chemical. Walking on the beach one day, he noticed the answer was right in front of him. Mussels (贻贝) were everywhere, clinging to the rocks in the water. After studying how the mussels made their sticky threads, he created a nontoxic glue.(一位名叫李开昌博士的科学家想找到一种替代胶水,它可以在没有这种化学物质的情况下发挥同样的作用。一天,他在海滩上散步,发现答案就在他面前。贻贝到处都是,粘在水里的岩石上。在研究了贻贝如何制造粘稠的线之后,他发明了一种无毒的胶水)”可知,作者想通过制造无毒胶水的案例来表明研究自然系统的工作方式有助于减少污染。故选D。
【11题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第一段“Humans are constantly looking for better solutions to the problems we face in our daily lives. One new school of thought suggests that answers can be found in nature. This idea is called “biomimicry.”(人类一直在寻找更好的解决方案来解决我们日常生活中面临的问题。一种新的思想流派认为答案可以在自然界中找到。这个想法被称为“仿生学”)”结合文章主要介绍了什么是“仿生学”以及仿生学的优点可知,B选项“向自然学习”最符合文章标题。故选B。
D
Picture this: You’re home alone, and it’s nearing dinnertime. You grab a box of cookies from the cupboard, some olives and baby carrots from the fridge. Then you eat right off the kitchen counter with your fingers. All told, the meal takes five minutes, one plate, and no utensils (餐具) . You, my friend, have just made yourself a “girl dinner.”
What once may have been a sheepish tradition has recently achieved viral fame on the internet thanks to Olivia Maher, who first coined the phenomenon in a TikTok. The trend has since amassed nearly one billion views. Where users have started sharing their own creations.
There are some potential benefits of this kind of meal. For one, slightly smaller portions (份额) before bedtime could be a good thing. “It’s really nutritionally better to eat a larger meal in the middle of the day and a lighter meal at night,” says Kima Cargill, a psychology professor. “A lot of cultures will just eat, like leftovers, or soup and bread or something for dinner, ” she says, “which from a digestion viewpoint, is a better. ”
Women often assume caretaking roles in a household, on top of all their other daily life responsibilities. “Girl dinner encourages people to listen to and follow their heart. It can be a celebration of freedom, if only for one meal, from that domestic labor, ” nutritionist Alissa Rumsey says.
The trend has also raised eyebrows for what some argue is a support for low-calorie snacks in small, sometimes insubstantial portions. “My biggest concern with this is that many of these ‘girl dinners’ that we see on social media are not enough, which can both promote and normalize disordered eating and under-eating, ” Rumsey says.
Her advice: avoid and unfollow any content creators that make you feel shame. Even if a video isn’t directly about weight loss, it’s hard not to see a person’s daily food intake as guidelines on how to look like them. But what works for them may not work for you.
12. What does the term “girl dinner” refer to?
A. A low-effort meal. B. A weight-losing diet.
C. A time-honored recipe. D. A money-saving snack.
13. What aspect of the girl dinner is appreciated by Kima Cargill?
A. It’s rich nutritionally. B. It’s often in small portions.
C. Its tendency to be eaten at home. D. Its expression of cultural identity.
14. What does the girl dinner mean to women according to Alissa Rumsey?
A. Tiresome housework. B. Effort to meet kids’ wishes.
C. An opportunity for socializing. D. A break from daily responsibilities.
15. What does Alissa Rumsey recommend?
A. Limiting your time online.
B. Avoiding following others’ diets blindly.
C. Taking in low-calorie snacks in small portions.
D. Reducing the frequency of eating the girl dinner.
【答案】12. A 13. B 14. D 15. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了“girl dinner”这一现象的起源、特点、利弊等。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第一段“Then you eat right off the kitchen counter with your fingers. All told, the meal takes five minutes, one plate, and no utensils (餐具) . You, my friend, have just made yourself a “girl dinner.”(然后你可以直接在厨房的柜台上用手指吃东西。总而言之,这顿饭只花了五分钟,一个盘子,没有餐具。你,朋友,刚刚为自己做了一顿“girl dinner”)”可知,“girl dinner”指的是一顿不费力的饭。故选A。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第三段“There are some potential benefits of this kind of meal. For one, slightly smaller portions (份额) before bedtime could be a good thing. “It’s really nutritionally better to eat a larger meal in the middle of the day and a lighter meal at night,” says Kima Cargill, a psychology professor.(这种饮食有一些潜在的好处。首先,睡前少吃一点可能是件好事。心理学教授Kima Cargill说:“中午多吃一顿,晚上少吃一点,从营养上来说真的更好”)”可知,Kima Cargill欣赏“girl dinner”的地方在于它常常量少。故选B。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第四段““Girl dinner encourages people to listen to and follow their heart. It can be a celebration of freedom, if only for one meal, from that domestic labor, ” nutritionist Alissa Rumsey says.(“girl dinner”鼓励人们倾听和跟随自己的内心。它可以是对自由的庆祝,即使只是一顿饭,也可以摆脱家务劳动,营养学家阿丽莎·拉姆齐说)”可知,Alissa Rumsey认为“girl dinner”对于女性而言,是摆脱日常责任的一个喘息机会。故选D。
【15题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“But what works for them may not work for you.(但对他们有效的方法可能对你不起作用)”可知,Alissa Rumsey建议不要盲目跟从别人的饮食习惯。故选B。
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。选项中有一项为多余选项。
The pursuit of Knowledge: Benefits of Lifelong Learning
Lifelong Learning has become essential in a world constantly changing due to rapidly advancing technology, evolving job fields, and shifting cultural norms. ___16___. In this context, we will explore the reasons for engaging in lifelong learning.
It increases motivation. Gaining new knowledge and developing skills can be a fun and rewarding experience for many people. According to the Pew Research Center, 80% of lifelong learners said that they pursued learning because they desired to acquire knowledge that would help make their more motivating and fulfilled (满足的). ___17___, as you would often feel a sense of accomplishment when you learn new things.
___18___. According to research in the Psychological Science journal, acquiring new skills not only deeps your brain active and sharp but also helps improve cognitive (认知的) function, delaying memory problems as you age. Additionally, learning new subjects enhances problem-solving skills, as noted by Dr. Barbara Oakley, an expert in learning and engineering.
It helps you grow personally. Acquiring new skills not only boosts your confidence but also empowers you, exposing you to a broader perspective by introducing different views and cultures. ___19___.
It improves your career. ___20___, as they adapt better at work. A LinkedIn survey also revealed that 76% of professionals believe learning new skills is critical to success in their careers.
A. It helps you stay positive
B. It boosts your brainpower
C. It is no longer just a choice; it is a necessity
D. This, in turn, enhances your understanding of others
E. 39% of professional learners said they desired to improve themselves to obtain a raise
F. Continuously learning and improving yourself could provide enormous self-satisfaction
G. The report “The Future of Jobs” highlights that employers value lifelong learners highly
【答案】16. C 17. F 18. B 19. D 20. G
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章主要讨论了终身学习的重要性和好处,包括增加动力、提升脑力、促进个人成长和改善职业生涯等方面。
【16题详解】
根据空前“Lifelong Learning has become essential in a world constantly changing due to rapidly advancing technology, evolving job fields, and shifting cultural norms.(在一个因科技飞速进步、职业领域不断演变以及文化规范持续变化而日新月异的世界里,终身学习已变得至关重要)”可知,上文提到终身学习在不断变化的世界中变得至关重要。选项C“It is no longer just a choice; it is a necessity(它不再仅仅是一种选择,而是一种必要)”进一步强调了终身学习的必要性,承接上文,符合语境。故选C。
【17题详解】
根据上文“It increases motivation. Gaining new knowledge and developing skills can be a fun and rewarding experience for many people. According to the Pew Research Center, 80% of lifelong learners said that they pursued learning because they desired to acquire knowledge that would help make their more motivating and fulfilled (满足的).(终身学习能提升动力。对许多人而言,获取新知识和培养技能是一种有趣且有益的体验。皮尤研究中心的数据显示,80% 的终身学习者表示,他们追求学习是因为渴望获取能让生活更具动力和满足感的知识)”可知,段主题是终身学习能增加动力,空前指出很多人认为获取新知识和技能是有趣且有回报的经历,80% 的终身学习者因渴望获取知识而学习。选项F“Continuously learning and improving yourself could provide enormous self-satisfaction(不断学习和提升自己能带来巨大的自我满足感)”延续上文内容,同时与空后“as you would often feel a sense of accomplishment when you learn new things(因为当你学习新事物时,往往会有一种成就感)”相呼应,解释了学习带来动力的原因。故选F。
【18题详解】
空处为段首句,为本段主要内容。根据下文“According to research in the Psychological Science journal, acquiring new skills not only deeps your brain active and sharp but also helps improve cognitive (认知的) function, delaying memory problems as you age. Additionally, learning new subjects enhances problem-solving skills, as noted by Dr. Barbara Oakley, an expert in learning and engineering.(《心理科学》杂志的研究表明,掌握新技能不仅能让大脑保持活跃和敏锐,还能帮助提升认知功能,随着年龄增长延缓记忆问题的出现。此外,学习新学科能提高解决问题的能力,学习与工程领域的专家芭芭拉・奥克利博士指出了这一点。)”可知,本段讲述了获取新技能能让大脑保持活跃敏锐,有助于提高认知功能,延缓记忆问题,这都与大脑能力相关。选项B“It boosts your brainpower(它增强你的脑力)”符合本段主旨大意。故选B。
【19题详解】
根据上文“It helps you grow personally. Acquiring new skills not only boosts your confidence but also empowers you, exposing you to a broader perspective by introducing different views and cultures.(终身学习有助于个人成长。掌握新技能不仅能增强自信,还能赋予你力量,通过接触不同的观点和文化,让你拥有更广阔的视野)”可知,此段说的是终身学习有助于个人成长,获取新技能能开阔视野,接触不同观点和文化。选项D“This, in turn, enhances your understanding of others(这反过来又增强了你对他人的理解)” 承接上文,进一步阐述了学习对个人成长的影响。故选D。
【20题详解】
根据段首句“It improves your career.(终身学习能改善职业生涯)”可知,该段围绕终身学习对职业生涯的提升展开。根据空后“as they adapt better at work. A LinkedIn survey also revealed that 76% of professionals believe learning new skills is critical to success in their careers.(因为他们在工作中适应能力更强。领英的一项调查还显示,76%的专业人士认为学习新技能对其职业成功至关重要)”可知,终身学习者在工作中适应能力更好,以及专业人士对学习新技能的看法。选项G“The report “The Future of Jobs” highlights that employers value lifelong learners highly(《未来就业报告》强调雇主高度重视终身学习者)”说明了终身学习对职业发展的重要性,自然引出后文。故选G。
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。
At forty-one years old, I still stutter (口吃) . I’m fine with it now but that wasn’t always the ___21___ . It wasn’t too difficult the first couple of years of school. In fact, I don’t recall being ___22___ at all, although there was a great deal of curiosity about my ___23___ speech.
A few years later, I began to dislike being different. I felt that I ___24___ for all the wrong reasons. Just ___25___ the pain of not even being able to say your own name, I would often give ___26___ names when meeting new people. It was ___27___ for me to be Jason or Mike, Chris or Kevin.
Sometime in eighth grade my ___28___ changed. I turned what I’d always perceived as a negative into a positive. I finally ___29___ that difference and ran with it. ____30____ waiting in fear for the teacher to ____31____ my name, I raised my hand when I knew the answer. I became a stuttering man who now speaks for a ____32____ . Self-acceptance continues to be essential in the success I’ve experienced as a speaker. My only ____33____ is that it didn’t happen sooner.
It’s never easy to be a kid. It’s especially ____34____ when you’re different, but it doesn’t have to be. The time to accept your ____35____ is now.
21. A. target B. reason C. case D. match
22. A. made use of B. taken hold of C. taken care of D. made fun of
23. A. abnormal B. long C. informal D. chosen
24. A. gave away B. calmed down C. stood out D. stayed up
25. A. imagine B. avoid C. predict D. record
26. A. similar B. false C. official D. personal
27. A. different B. common C. important D. strange
28. A. duty B. problem C. identity D. attitude
29. A. repeated B. simplified C. accepted D. spotted
30. A. Instead of B. Due to C. In relation to D. In return for
31. A. type B. change C. call D. spell
32. A. family B. promise C. praise D. living
33. A. request B. regret C. decision D. explanation
34. A. natural B. beneficial C. essential D. tough
35. A. ignorance B. uniqueness C. task D. mistake
【答案】21. C 22. D 23. A 24. C 25. A 26. B 27. B 28. D 29. C 30. A 31. C 32. D 33. B 34. D 35. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。作者讲述了自己小时候因为口吃而备受困扰,但随着时间的推移,他学会了接纳自己的不同,从容面对,也因此获得了成功的故事,传递了积极接纳自己独特性的正能量。
【21题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:我现在对口吃心态平和了,但在过去,情况并非总是如此。A. target目标;B. reason原因;C. case情况;D. match匹配。根据上文“I’m fine with it now”和转折词but可知,作者过去对口吃心态不平和,所以说过去情况并非总是如此。故选C。
【22题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意:实际上,我记得完全没有被嘲笑过,尽管我的异常语音引起了很大的好奇心。A. made use of利用;B. taken hold of控制;C. taken care of照顾;D. made fun of取笑。根据上文“At forty-one years old, I still stutter (口吃)”和“It wasn’t too difficult the first couple of years of school.”可知,作者一直有口吃,在学校的头几年并不难,说明上学的时候,没有被嘲笑过。故选D。
【23题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:实际上,我记得完全没有被嘲笑过,尽管我的异常语音引起了很大的好奇心。A. abnormal异常的;B. long长的;C. informal非正式的;D. chosen挑选的。结合“stutter (口吃)”以及常识可知,作者语音异常。故选A。
【24题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意:我觉得自己总是以错误原因突出。A. gave away分发;B. calmed down冷静下来;C. stood out突出;D. stayed up熬夜。根据上文“A few years later, I began to dislike being different. ”和下文“for all the wrong reasons”可知,作者不喜欢与众不同,可得出作者觉得自己总是以错误原因突出。故选C。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:想象一下连自己的名字都说不出来的痛苦吧,我在认识新朋友的时候经常会用假名。A. imagine想象;B. avoid避免;C. predict预测;D. record记录。根据下文“the pain of not even being able to say your own name”可知,这里更倾向于让读者“想象”这种痛苦。故选A。
【26题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:想象一下连自己的名字都说不出来的痛苦吧,我在认识新朋友的时候经常会用假名。A. similar相似的;B. false虚假的;C. official官方的;D. personal个人的。根据上文“the pain of not even being able to say your own name”可知,作者说不出自己的名字,这里说明作者使用虚假的名字,故选B。
【27题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:这对我来说很常见。A. different不同的;B. common常见的;C. important重要的;D. strange奇怪的。根据上文“I would often give ___6___ names when meeting new people.”以及下文“ be Jason or Mike, Chris or Kevin.”可知,作者频繁使用假名来看,这种做法成为了常见的事。故选B。
【28题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:在八年级,我的态度发生了变化。A. duty责任;B. problem问题;C. identity身份;D. attitude态度。根据下文下文“I turned what I’d always perceived as a negative into a positive.”可知,作者的态度转变了。故选D。
【29题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:我终于接受了这种不同,并利用它。A. repeated重复;B. simplified简化;C. accepted接受;D. spotted发现。根据后文“ran with it”和“Self-acceptance”可知,作者接受了不同。故选C。
【30题详解】
考查介词短语辨析。句意:我没有在恐惧中等待老师叫我的名字,当我知道答案时,我举起了手。A. Instead of代替;B. Due to由于;C. In relation to关于;D. In return for作为回报。根据下文“ I raised my hand when I knew the answer.”可知,作者没有在恐惧中等待老师叫自己的名字。故选A。
【31题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:我没有在恐惧中等待老师叫我的名字,当我知道答案时,我举起了手。A. type打字;B. change改变;C. call呼叫;D. spell拼写。结合上文“waiting in fear for the teacher to”以及下文“my name”可知,说明是等待老师叫名字。故选C。
【32题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:我现在成为了一个靠说话为生的口吃男人。A. family家庭;B. promise承诺;C. praise表扬;D. living生计。根据下文“Self-acceptance continues to be essential in the success I’ve experienced as a speaker.”可知,作者通过说话靠此生活。故选D。
【33题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:我唯一的遗憾是它没有更早发生。A. request请求;B. regret遗憾;C. decision决定;D. explanation解释。根据下文“it didn’t happen sooner.”此处将接纳自我的心理变化看作遗憾没有更早发生。故选B。
【34题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:当你与众不同的时候,这尤其困难,但这是可以避免的。A. natural自然的;B. beneficial有益的;C. essential必要的;D. tough困难的。根据上文“when you’re different”和常识可知,说明与众不同更让人感到困难。故选D。
【35题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:接受自己的独特性的时间是现在。A. ignorance无知;B. uniqueness独特性;C. task任务;D. mistake错误。根据上文“At forty-one years old, I still stutter (口吃)”和“Self-acceptance”可知,作者接受了自己口吃,所以41岁时仍口吃,这里强调接受独特性。故选B。
第二节 (共10小题;每小题1. 5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The mamianqun or horse-faced skirt is a skirt that first originated somewhere close to the Song Dynasty. It’s named this way because it ___36___ (look) like the marnian fortress (要塞) , which has stairs on either side and a door in ___37___ front and back. The ‘doors’ sides of the fortress ___38___ (know) as the “horse faces” or mamian because these were the faces of the fortress where horses would pass through.
The mamianqun gained great ___39___ (popular) during the Ming Dynasty and remained fashionable during the Qing Dynasty.
These days, mamianqun has been modernized ___40___ a number of ways. Keep the shirt simple, usually just plain white, so that all the attention can be on the ___41___ (color) skirt and its complicated designs. ___42___ (alternative), if you prefer a more feminine (女性的) feel, you can choose mamianqun inspired by the Song Dynasty, ___43___ typically comes in lighter colors and features simpler designs, though it takes longer time ___44___ (find) them. Some of the fabrics for mamianqun are incredible these days, ____45____ (involve) images of adorable cartoon rabbits and cats while still looking very classy from a distance!
【答案】36. looks
37. the 38. were known
39. popularity
40. in 41. colorful
42. Alternatively
43. which 44. to find
45. involving
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了“马面裙”的起源、历史流行情况以及现代的变化和样式特点。
【36题详解】
考查谓语动词。句意:它之所以得名,是因为其形似马面要塞,这种要塞两侧有台阶,前后有门。空处为从句谓语动词;根据主句时态可知,从句为一般现在时;主语为“it”,单数,和动词“look”之间为主动关系。故填looks。
【37题详解】
考查冠词。句意:它之所以得名,因为其形似马面要塞,这种要塞两侧有台阶,前后有门。空处为定冠词,构成短语:in the front,意为“在前面”,符合句意。故填the。
【38题详解】
考查谓语动词。句意:要塞两侧的“门”被称作“马面”,因为这里是马匹进出要塞的地方。空处为本句谓语动词;根据从句时态可知,主句时态为一般过去时;主语为“The ‘doors’ sides of the fortress”,复数,和动词“know”之间为被动关系。故填were known。
【39题详解】
考查名词。句意:马面裙在明代极为流行,并在清代依旧引领时尚潮流。空处为名词形式担当宾语,意为“流行”。故填popularity。
【40题详解】
考查固定短语。句意:如今,马面裙在诸多方面进行了现代化改良。固定搭配:in…ways,意为“在……方面”,符合句意。故填in。
【41题详解】
考查形容词。句意:通常会搭配简约的上衣,一般为素净的白色,这样所有目光都会聚焦在色彩斑斓且设计繁复的裙子上。修饰名词“skirt”用形容词形式。故填colorful。
【42题详解】
考查副词。句意:或者,如果你更偏爱温婉柔美的风格,可以选择受宋代风格启发的马面裙,这类裙子颜色通常更为淡雅,设计也更简约,不过要找到它们可能需要多花些时间。空处为副词担当状语;根据句意可知,下文是另一种选择,空处意为“或者”;出现在句首,首字母大写。故填Alternatively。
【43题详解】
考查定语从句。句意:或者,如果你更偏爱温婉柔美的风格,可以选择受宋代风格启发的马面裙,这类裙子颜色通常更为淡雅,设计也更简约,不过要找到它们可能需要多花些时间。空处为定语从句的关系词;先行词为“mamianqun inspired by the Song Dynasty”,在非限制性定语从句中担当主语,用关系代词which引导。故填which。
【44题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:或者,如果你更偏爱温婉柔美的风格,可以选择受宋代风格启发的马面裙,这类裙子颜色通常更为淡雅,设计也更简约,不过要找到它们可能需要多花些时间。空处为非谓语动词担当主语,构成固定句型:it takes… to do sth…,意为“做……需要……”符合句意。故填to find。
【45题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:现在,一些马面裙的面料令人惊叹,上面印有可爱的卡通兔子和猫咪图案,远看却依然十分典雅!空处为非谓语动词担当状语;主语“Some of the fabrics for mamianqun”和动词“involve”之间为主动关系,用现在分词形式。故填involving。
第四部分 写作 (共两节,满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 世界海洋日即将到来,你校计划组织同学们观看自然纪录片 (documentary) 《蔚蓝之境》。该片以中国近海为舞台,着眼海洋生态和资源,呈现一片神秘、壮阔、充满活力的蔚蓝之境。请用英语写一封信,邀请你的交换生朋友 Allen一起观看。内容包括:
1. 简单介绍《蔚蓝之境》 ( “The Blue World”) ;
2. 观看时间和地点。
注意:
1. 写作词数应80左右。
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡上的相应位置作答。
Dear Allen,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Allen,
Great news! Our school is hosting a movie night for World Oceans Day, featuring the incredible documentary “The Blue World. ”
The documentary offers a fascinating underwater journey in the China Sea, highlighting ocean ecology and resources. It’s an area of mysteries, grandness, and a vibrant world beneath the waves. The documentary is not just informative—it’s visually striking and inspiring.
The documentary will be screened every Friday at 6: 00 pm from June 7th in the Cultural Hall. Looking forward to enjoying the beauty of the ocean together.
Yours,
Lu Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文写作中的邀请信。要求考生给交换生Allen写封信,邀请他观看自然纪录片《蔚蓝之境》。
【详解】1.词汇积累
难以置信的:incredible→ unbelievable
提供:offer→ provide
有活力的:vibrant→ dynamic
吸引人的:striking→ remarkable
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句:Our school is hosting a movie night for World Oceans Day, featuring the incredible documentary “The Blue World.”
拓展句:Our school is hosting a movie night for World Oceans Day, which features the incredible documentary “The Blue World.”
【点睛】【高分句型1】The documentary offers a fascinating underwater journey in the China Sea, highlighting ocean ecology and resources.(运用了非谓语动词作状语)
【高分句型2】 Our school is hosting a movie night for World Oceans Day, featuring the incredible documentary “The Blue World. ”(运用了现在分词作定语)
第二节 (满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
When I was a kid, my parents brought me a four-month-old puppy (小狗). My family named the puppy Dusty. Although I wanted to lay only claim to her affections, in a family of seven kids, no one lays permanent claim to the family pet.
Dusty was our dog, not “my” dog. We soon realized that she had patience. My baby sister often transformed Dusty’s warm fur into a naptime pillow — falling asleep on the carpet. Like a protective mother, Dusty waited — without moving — until my sister woke.
Dusty doubled as a school crossing guard, too. Monday through Friday she’d walk us kids two blocks to St. Patrick’s Parochial, looking both ways to check for the traffic before allowing us to cross the street. We’d wave good-bye as we entered the door, knowing Dusty would be waiting at the school door to claim us at the close of the school day.
Of all the contributions Dusty made to our family, one incident stands out far above all others.
Late one night, Dusty rushed to my parents’ bedroom. She barked and barked. When she got no response, Dusty raced upstairs to my bedroom and my brothers’ bedroom and barked again and again. When she failed to fully wake us, she flew back down the steps and returned to my parents’ room. Finally, she got Mom’s attention.
“What are you doing, Dusty?” Mom said, still halfway in dreamland. Dusty persisted (坚持). Finally my mother gave in. “Okay, what is it?”
Dusty rushed out of Mom's room. Thinking the dog needed to be let out to relieve herself, my mother followed Dusty to the front door.
注意:
1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡上的相应位置作答。
When Mom opened the door, Dusty tore across the street, not stopping to do her business as my mother had assumed.
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My mother called the fire department immediately.
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【答案】When Mom opened the door, Dusty tore across the street, not stopping to do her business as my mother had assumed. Her paws pounded the ground, not a moment wasted as she raced, her tail streaming behind her like a triumphant banner. Then Mom discovered what Dusty already knew. The house across the street—where my best friend, Marianne, and her family lived — was on fire! All of Dusty’s middle-of-the-night craziness had served a purpose: she’d been trying to call for help.
My mother called the fire department immediately. Soon, the firemen in their trucks roared up the street, put out the fire, saved my best friend’s family from harm and their house from total ruin. My mother refused to take credit. “It was Dusty, ” I put my arms around my dog’s neck and kissed her square on the tip of her wet nose. “Thank you for saving Marianne, ” I whispered into Dusty’s black ear. “You’re the bravest dog I’ve ever known. ”
【解析】
【导语】本文以动物为线索展开,讲述了作者家中一只名叫Dusty的小狗半夜救下邻居的故事,展现了小狗的忠诚、勇敢和聪明。
【详解】1.段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“当妈妈打开门时,Dusty穿过街道跑了过去,没有停下来做妈妈以为她会做的事情。”以及第二段首句内容“我妈妈立刻打了火警电话。”可知,第一段可描写作者的妈妈发现原来是邻居家着火了。
②由第二段首句内容“我妈妈立刻打了火警电话。”可知,第二段可描写由于作者的妈妈的报警电话,邻居家得到了救援,房子也没有被完全烧毁。
2.续写线索:当作者妈妈打开门时,Dusty穿过街道跑了过去,没有停下来做妈妈以为她会做的事情——Dusty的爪子一直拍打地面引起作者妈妈的注意——这时作者的妈妈才发现原来邻居家着火了,而Dusty一直都在努力呼救——作者的妈妈赶紧拨打了火警电话——由于消防员的及时到来,邻居家得到了救援,房子也没有被烧毁——所有的人都称赞Dusty,而邻居家也对Dusty充满感激
3.词汇激活
行为类
①敲打:pound/hit/beat
②努力做:try to/make an effort to
③拒绝:refuse/decline
情绪类
①赞扬:credit/praise
②勇敢的:brave/courageous
【点睛】【高分句型1】Then Mom discovered what Dusty already knew.(运用了what引导的宾语从句)
【高分句型2】You’re the bravest dog I’ve ever known.(运用了省略关系代词的定语从句)
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