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听力考试正式开始。Are you growing sunflowers for the seeds? I love eating them. No, I just like looking at the big flowers. You can have all of the seats when they are ready, if you like. Listen to the next question. Open your mouth void, Sarah, i'll have your teeth checked. I hate any Operation. Can you just give me some medicine for the pain? No worries, nothing serious medicine will do. But do keep in mind that too many sugar ary foods are bad for your teeth. Listen to the next question. Barb came out of hospital last friday. Have you got a chance to visit him? I planned to see him this saturday. Aren't you going to the . conference then? no. IT has been resumed due for next monday. Listen to the next question. Toby, how much did you spend at the natural history museum? All the fifty pounds you took? Not exactly. Mom, I planned to spend only twenty pounds, but I ended up spending double that. I bought a dinosaur model. Listen to the next question. Sally, I was surprised to see you at the concert with Michael last night. Doesn't he hate classical music? No, he doesn't. Are you confusing him with pete perhaps? Listen to the next question. Just draw up here. I'll get out. I'm sorry, we can't stop here. Why there . is nowhere to park? May I drop you off around the corner? But in that case, i'll have to walk so long. The corner is far away from here. If we park here, I will be fined. That's all right. Just take me to the corner. Thank you. Just draw up here. I'll get out. I'm sorry, we can't stop here. Why there . is nowhere to park? May I drop you off around the corner? But in that case, i'll have to walk so long. The corner is far away from here. If we park here, I will be fined. That's alright. Just take me to the corner. Thank you. Listen to the next question. Hello, ladies and gentle men. Today we have invited professor stone to talk about the role of elderly people in our society. Welcome to our show. professor stone. To begin with, i'd like to tell a story from my own life several years ago when my grandparents were well into their eighties, they were no longer able to care for themselves very well. My grandfather was afraid of leaving the only home they had known for the past sixty years. The idea of having to sell their home and move into a retirement home was an extremely painful experience for them. Indeed, old age for them. And many older americans can mean not only the possible failure of one's health, but the loss of identity and self worth. Yes, it's true. What do you have to say about the problem of old age? Many experts . have given talks here that have focused on the medical care and the development of public services for senior citizens. Today, i'd like to focus my comments on the meaningful roles that elderly can play and should play in our society. Hello, ladies and gentlemen. Today we have invited professor stone to talk about the role of elderly people in our society. Welcome to our show. professor stone. To begin with, i'd like to tell a story from my own life several years ago, when my grandparents were well into their eighties, they were no longer able to care for themselves very well. My grandfather was afraid of leaving the only home they had known for the past sixty years. The idea of having to sell their home and move into a retirement home was an extremely painful experience for them, indeed, old age for them. And many older americans can mean not only the possible failure of one's health, but the loss of identity and self worth. Yes, it's true. What do you have to say about the problem of old age? Many experts have given talks here that have focused on the medical care and the development of public services for senior citizens. Today, i'd like to focus my comments on the meaningful roles that elderly can play and should play in our society. Listen to the next question. So, mr. Peter cells, i'd be curious to know, what were the early connections in your life that let you into the art field? My grandfather was an arch dealer in munich. They had a great museum in munich. He took me to the museum and I responded very strongly to what I saw on the walls there. I learned about art from him. I learned about looking at art from him. I think that's what really got me started. Then, many years later, after I got out of the army, I went to study art history at the university of chicago. Tell us more about your experiences of looking at art with your grandfather. Well, we looked at the famous paintings by the great artists like rebrand, bottle chelly and Albert rubin's. Paintings were my favorites. Yes, I remember these things. This was when I was between ten and fifteen, when I was fourteen, I was so anxious to see more art that a friend of mine and I bicycled across the alps to see Venus. That was a big adventure. So, mister Peter cells, i'd be curious to know, what were the early connections in your life that let you into the art field? My grandfather was an art dealer in munich. They had a great museum in munich. He took me to the museum, and I responded very strongly to what I saw on the walls there. I learned about art from him. I learned about looking at art from him. I think that's what really got me started. Then, many years later, after I got out of the army, I went to study art history at the university of chicago. Tell us more about your experiences of looking at art with your grandfather. Well, we looked at the famous paintings by the great artists like rebrand, butch chelly and alberick dur rubins. Paintings were my favorites. Yes, I remember these things. This was when I was between ten and fifteen. When I was fourteen, I was so anxious to see more art. A friend of mine and I bicycled across the alps to see venice. That was a big adventure. Listen to the next question. Hi, tom. It's great to see you again. Hi Helen. Long time, no. See where did you go? Well, last week, I flew to new york for two business meetings. After that, I flew to atlanta. Well, I had to make a presentation at a company . conference. IT sounds like . you've been busy. Yes, it's good to be home again. What have you been doing lately? Oh, nothing much. I've been working in the garden in these past few days because gina has gone to visit her relatives in chicago. They haven't seen each other since we settled in denver. How long have you lived here in denver? We've lived here for four years, and they've been the happiest years of our lives. Evan and I also love this neighborhood, though we've only lived here for two years. That's strange. I thought you had lived here for more than ten years. No, we moved here after you. Well, I have to get going. Have a good day. Hi tom. It's great to see you again. Hi Helen. Long time. No, see where did you go? Well, last week, I flew to new york for two business meetings. After that, I flew to atlanta. Well, I had to make a presentation at a company . conference. IT sounds like you've been busy. Yes, it's good to be home again. What have you been doing lately? Oh, nothing much. I've been working in the garden these past few days because gina has gone to visit her relatives in chicago. They haven't seen each other since we settled in denver. How long have you lived here in denver? We've lived here for four years, and they've been the happiest years of our lives. Van and I also love this neighborhood, though we've only lived here for two years. That's strange. I always thought you had lived here for more than ten years. No, we moved here after you. Well, I have to get going. Have a good day. Listen to the next question. How long do you think IT would take me to get to chicago by train and visiting relatives there next week? Oh, it's a long trip, sixteen hours at least. Why don't you take the plane? IT would get you there in two hours. I've done that too many times before. I'm afraid I thought I would be more interesting to try the train this time. I think IT sounds like a waste of time. I always fly myself. If I am going on a business trip or on vacation, I always take a plane. Even if IT is expensive. how long do you think IT would take me to get to chicago by train and visiting relatives there next week? Oh, it's a long trip, sixteen hours at least. Why don't you take the plane? IT would get you there in two hours. I've done that too many times before. I'm afraid I thought I would be more interesting to try the train this time. I think IT sounds like a waste of time. I always fly myself. If I am going on a business trip or on vacation, I always take a plane. even if IT is expensive. 听力部分到此结束。
参照秘密级管理★启用前
2024—2025学年度高三上学期期末模拟检测
英语
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第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
Why is the woman growing sunflowers?
A. To eat the seeds.
B. To enjoy the flowers.
C. To make some money.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】M: Are you growing sunflowers for the seeds? I love eating them.
W: No, I just like looking at the big flowers. You can have all of the seeds when they are ready, if you like.
2. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
What happens to Sarah?
A. She eats too much.
B. She has a toothache.
C. She needs an operation.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】M: Open your mouth wide, Sarah. I’ll have your teeth checked.
W: I hate any operation. Can you just give me some medicine for the pain?
M: No worries. Nothing serious. Medicine will do, but do keep in mind that too many sugary foods are bad for your teeth.
3. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
When will the man see Bob?
A. This Friday. B. This Saturday. C. Next Monday.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】W: Bob came out of hospital last Friday. Have you got a chance to visit him?
M: I planned to see him this Saturday.
W: Aren’t you going to the conference then?
M: No, it has been rescheduled for next Monday.
4. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
How much money was left?
A. £10. B. £20. C. £40.
【答案】A
【解析】
【原文】W: Toby, how much did you spend at the natural history museum? All the fifty pounds you took.
M: Not exactly, mom. I planned to spend only twenty pounds, but I ended up spending double that. I bought a dinosaur model.
5. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
Who dislikes classical music?
A. Pete. B. Sally. C. Michael.
【答案】A
【解析】
【原文】M: Sally, I was surprised to see you at the concert with Michael last night. Doesn’t he hate classical music?
W: No, he doesn’t. Are you confusing him with Pete perhaps?
第二节 (共15小题; 每小题1.5分, 满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
6. Why couldn’t the driver drop the lady off there?
A. Because the lady hadn’t paid him.
B. Because parking wasn’t allowed there.
C. Because the driver had to stop at the corner of the park.
7. What did the driver do in the end?
A. Stopped his car at the corner.
B. Dropped the lady off at the park.
C. Stopped his car and paid the fine.
【答案】6. B 7. A
【解析】
【原文】W: Just draw up here. I’ll get out.
M: I’m sorry we can’t stop here.
W: Why?
M: There is nowhere to park. May I drop you off around the corner?
W: But in that case, I’ll have to walk so long. The corner is far away from here.
M: If we park here, I will be fined.
W: That’s all right. Just take me to the corner.
M: Thank you.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
8. What was Prof. Stone’s grandfather afraid of?
A. Leaving his home.
B. Parting from his son.
C. Taking early retirement.
9. What does old age mean to many elderly Americans?
A. Lack of moral support.
B. Loss of self-worth.
C. Change of living habits.
10. What will Prof. Stone talk about next concerning elderly people?
A. Public services they ask for.
B. Health care available to them.
C. Contributions they can make.
【答案】8. A 9. B 10. C
【解析】
【原文】W: Hello, ladies and gentlemen, today we have invited Professor Stone to talk about the role of elderly people in our society. Welcome to our show, Professor Stone.
M: To begin with, I’d like to tell a story from my own life. Several years ago when my grandparents were well into their 80s, they were no longer able to care for themselves very well. My grandfather was afraid of leaving the only home they had known for the past sixty years. The idea of having to sell their home and move into a retirement home was an extremely painful experience for them. Indeed old age for them and many older Americans can mean not only the possible failure of one’s health but the loss of identity and self-worth.
W: Yes, it’s true. What do you have to say about the problem of old age?
M: Many experts have given talks here that have focused on the medical care and the development of public services for senior citizens. Today I’d like to focus my comments on the meaningful roles the elderly can play and should play in our society.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
11. What did Peter learn from his grandfather?
A. How to appreciate art works.
B. How to deal with artists.
C. How to run a museum.
12. What did Peter do in Chicago?
A. He studied at a college.
B. He served in the army.
C He worked in a gallery.
13. Whose works did Peter like best?
A. Rembrandt’s. B. Botticelli’s. C. Rubens’.
【答案】11. A 12. A 13. C
【解析】
【原文】W: So Mr. Peter Cells, I’d be curious to know what were the early connections in your life that led you into the art field.
M: My grandfather was an art dealer in Munich. They had a great museum in Munich. He took me to the museum and I responded very strongly to what I saw on the walls there. I learned about art from him. I learned about looking at art from him. I think that’s what really got me started. Then many years later after I got out of the army, I went to study art history at the University of Chicago.
W: Tell us more about your experiences of looking at art with your grandfather.
M: Well, we looked at the famous paintings by the great artists like Rembrandt, Botticelli and Albrecht Durer. Rubens’ paintings were my favorites. Yes, I remember these things. This was when I was between ten and fifteen. When I was fourteen, I was so anxious to see more art that a friend of mine and I bicycle across the Alps to see Venice. That was a big adventure.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
14. What did Helen do recently?
A. She went on business trips.
B. She learned about gardening.
C. She visited her relatives.
15. Where is Gina now?
A. In New York.
B. In Atlanta.
C. In Chicago.
16. How long has Helen lived in Denver?
A. For 2 years.
B For 4 years.
C. For 10 years.
17. What is the relationship between the speakers?
A. A couple. B. Neighbors. C. Workmates.
【答案】14. A 15. C 16. A 17. B
【解析】
【原文】W: Hi, Tom, it’s great to see you again.
M: Hi, Helen, long time no see! Where did you go?
W: Well, last week I flew to New York for two business meetings. After that I flew to Atlanta where I had to make a presentation at a company conference.
M: It sounds like you’ve been busy.
W: Yes it’s good to be home again. What have you been doing lately?
M: Oh, nothing much. I’ve been working in the garden these past few days because Gina has gone to visit her relatives in Chicago. They haven’t seen each other since we settled in Denver.
W: How long have you lived here in Denver?
M: We’ve lived here for four years and they’ve been the happiest years of our lives.
W: Evan and I also love this neighborhood though we’ve only lived here for two years.
M: That’s strange. I always thought you had lived here for more than ten years.
W: No, we moved here after you. Well, I have to get going. Have a good day.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
18. Why is the woman going to Chicago?
A. To take a vacation.
B. To visit her relatives.
C. To go on a business trip.
19. How long does the train trip take at least?
A. Two hours.
B. Six hours.
C. Sixteen hours.
20. What does the man think of taking the train?
A. It is time-wasting.
B. It is interesting.
C. It is frightening.
【答案】18. B 19. C 20. A
【解析】
【原文】W: How long do you think it would take me to get to Chicago by train and visiting relatives there next week?
M: Oh, it’s a long trip. Sixteen hours at least. Why don’t you take the plane? It would get you there in two hours.
W: I’ve done that too many times before I’m afraid. I thought it would be more interesting to try the train this time.
M: I think it sounds like a waste of time. I always fly myself. If I am going on a business trip or on vacation, I always take a plane, even if it is expensive.
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
From iconic history to modern-day thrills, San Antonio has something for everyone.
REMEMBER THE ALAMO!
The Alamo, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a key historical landmark established in 1718. It gained fame during the 1836 battle where Texan defenders fought bravely against Mexican troops. Today, the Alamo remains a must-visit, offering free exploration with timed reservations.
EXPLORE THE RIVER WALK
The San Antonio River Walk is another iconic attraction, featuring a 15-mile network of walkways along the river. Divided into Museum Reach, Downtown, and Mission Reach, it offers diverse cultural and entertainment experiences. Families can stroll hand-in-hand or enjoy a river cruise.
FAMILY FUN AT THE BOTANICAL GARDEN
For a peaceful retreat, the San Antonio Botanical Garden spans 38 acres, providing ample space for kids to play. The Family Adventure Garden includes 15 fun learning spots about nature. Parents can also participate in family cooking classes using fresh produce from the Zachry Foundation Culinary Garden.
STEM AND CREATIVITY AT THE DOSEUM
The DoSeum is an interactive museum focusing on STEM, literacy, and the arts. With extensive indoor and outdoor exhibit space, it offers engaging activities like “Little Town” and the Zachary Innovation Station.
MORGAN’S WONDERLAND: FUN FOR ALL ABILITIES
Morgan’s Wonderland is an ultra-accessible theme park designed for children of all abilities, inspired by Morgan Hartman, a child with special needs. This park features wheelchair-accessible rides and sensory-friendly attractions, including Morgan’s Inspiration Island water park, recognized by Time magazine as one of the “World’s Greatest Places.”
21. Where will you go if you’re interested in history?
A. The DoSeum. B. The San Antonio River Walk.
C. The Alamo. D. Morgan’s Wonderland.
22. What do the River Walk and Botanical Garden have in common?
A. Both are suitable for families. B. Both offer free admission for visitors.
C. Both were established in the 18th century. D. Both are located along the San Antonio River.
23. What makes Morgan’s Wonderland special?
A. It is the world’s greatest place. B. It includes thrilling water park.
C. It offers free rides to all abilities. D. It is available for disabled children.
【答案】21. C 22. A 23. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文。主要介绍了圣安东尼奥几处值得推荐游玩的地方。
【21题详解】
细节理解题。根据REMEMBER THE ALAMO!部分“The Alamo, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a key historical landmark established in 1718. It gained fame during the 1836 battle where Texan defenders fought bravely against Mexican troops.( The Alamo是联合国教科文组织世界遗产,是1718年建立的重要历史地标。它在1836年德克萨斯守军与墨西哥军队的英勇战斗中名声大噪)”可知,The Alamo是重要的历史地标,对历史感兴趣的话应该去这里。故选C项。
【22题详解】
细节理解题。根据EXPLORE THE RIVER WALK中“Families can stroll hand-in-hand or enjoy a river cruise.( 一家人可以手拉手漫步,或者乘船游览)”以及FAMILY FUN AT THE BOTANICAL GARDEN中“For a peaceful retreat, the San Antonio Botanical Garden spans 38 acres, providing ample space for kids to play. The Family Adventure Garden includes 15 fun learning spots about nature. Parents can also participate in family cooking classes using fresh produce from the Zachry Foundation Culinary Garden.( 圣安东尼奥植物园占地38英亩,为孩子们提供了充足的玩耍空间。家庭冒险花园包括15个有趣的自然学习点。家长还可以参加家庭烹饪班,使用扎克里基金会烹饪花园的新鲜农产品)”可知,River Walk和Botanical Garden二者的共同之处是都适合家庭游玩。故选A项。
【23题详解】
细节理解题。根据MORGAN’S WONDERLAND: FUN FOR ALL ABILITIES中“Morgan’s Wonderland is an ultra-accessible theme park designed for children of all abilities, inspired by Morgan Hartman, a child with special needs. This park features wheelchair-accessible rides and sensory-friendly attractions…(摩根仙境是一个为所有能力的孩子设计的超无障碍主题公园,灵感来自有特殊需要的孩子摩根·哈特曼。这个公园的特色是轮椅无障碍游乐设施和感官友好型景点……)”可知,Morgan’s Wonderland 的特别之处在于它对所有能力的儿童都友好,尤其是为残疾儿童设计。故选D项。
B
I’m a single dad raising a son, so I usually helped my child select my Father’s day gifts, and then paid for them. When my son was a high school senior, he took control of the gifting by offering to drive us to Denny’s for breakfast. But the evening before the holiday, I couldn’t sleep. What kept me awake was the realization that this would be the last Father’s day before my kid left for college.
It truly felt like I had just taken the training wheels off my son’s bike. In my household, the fridge door is the all-knowing parental focus holding the academic and sports schedules, the school lunch menu, and the family calendar. Also attached to it are photos, awards, artwork, and the “good” report cards. The refrigerator is a super-sized memory book of my son’s life.
I began to go through the objects of significant emotional value, which required me to pull the fridge out because all the baby items were pushed to the sides. As I checked the golden oldies, I quickly realized three things. First, I had too many photos. Second, I needed to clear up the sides of the refrigerator. Third, soccer was a big part of our lives.
I never played or watched soccer before parenthood. Yet, I became the coach for all his teams until he reached middle school. Back then I assumed it was my fatherly duty to support my son’s activities, but now I understood that I was wrong. After years of supporting, guiding, and loving my son, I finally recognized that taking part in my son’s life on any level was not a duty— it was an honor.
I time-traveled through mementos (纪念品), and each memory helped me understand what being a dad really meant. Teenagers might not give us presents we want or need on Father’s day. But they have already given us the best possible gift — allowing us to feel what it’s like to be their dad.
24. What kept the author awake before Father’s day?
A. Planning a surprise for his father.
B. Reflecting on his poor father-son relationship.
C. Feeling emotional about a special Father’s day.
D. Getting excited about the breakfast at Denny’s.
25. Why is the fridge important to the family?
A. It adds an artistic touch to the house.
B. It holds memories of passing family days.
C. It is a source of creativity for school lunch.
D. It serves as a gathering place for family members.
26. Why did the author pull out the fridge?
A. To redecorate its sides. B. To clear up the kitchen.
C. To make room for a new one. D. To uncover personal mementos.
27. Why did the author claim that he was wrong in the last but one paragraph?
A. He recognized he had too many photos.
B. He regretted not playing soccer before parenthood.
C. He realized fatherhood was about pride rather than a task.
D. He felt ashamed to let his son take control of the gifting.
【答案】24. C 25. B 26. D 27. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了一位单身父亲在儿子高中毕业、即将上大学前的最后一个父亲节前夕难以入眠,他从冰箱承载的回忆里感悟,多年支持儿子,如今明白父亲不是一种任务,而是荣耀。
【24题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段最后两句“But the evening before the holiday, I couldn’t sleep. What kept me awake was the realization that this would be the last Father’s day before my kid left for college.(但在这个节日的前一天晚上,我无法入睡。让我睡不着的是我意识到这将是我儿子去上大学前的最后一个父亲节)”可知,作者因为意识到这是儿子去上大学前的最后一个父亲节,对这个特殊的父亲节感触颇深,所以睡不着。故选C项。
【25题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段最后一句“The refrigerator is a super-sized memory book of my son’s life.(冰箱是一本超大号的我儿子生活的记忆之书)”可知,冰箱对这个家庭很重要,是因为它承载着家庭过往日子的回忆。故选B项。
【26题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段第一句“I began to go through the objects of significant emotional value, which required me to pull the fridge out because all the baby items were pushed to the sides.(我开始翻找那些具有重大情感价值的物品,这就需要我把冰箱拉出来,因为所有孩子小时候的东西都被推到了冰箱侧面)”可知,作者拉出冰箱是为了翻找那些具有重大情感价值的物品,找出个人纪念品。故选D项。
【27题详解】
推理判断题。根据倒数第二段最后一句“Back then I assumed it was my fatherly duty to support my son’s activities, but now I understood that I was wrong. After years of supporting, guiding, and loving my son, I finally recognized that taking part in my son’s life on any level was not a duty— it was an honor.(当时我以为支持儿子的活动是我作为父亲的责任,但现在我明白我错了。在多年的支持、指导和爱我的儿子之后,我终于意识到,在任何层面参与我儿子的生活不是一种义务,而是一种荣耀)”可知,作者明白自己错了,是因为作者意识到做父亲更多的是一种荣耀,而不是一种任务。故选C项。
C
Slow motion, a way of displaying action in a manner that appears slower than real-time action, is used in many short videos on social media. A new study shows that slow motion increases the number of likes and views and promotes brand preference, choice and consumer willingness to pay.
Although slow motion is used in many videos, there was little scientific evidence on how this technique affects a positive viewing experience. Previous research points to different findings. Radio broadcasts, for example, are enjoyed more when they are played faster.
In the new research, subjects were shown GIFs in a slow-motion version and in a normal-speed version. It turned out that slow-motion GIFs were found to be much more enjoyable than the normal fast GIFs. This effect appeared because slow motion is easier for the brain to process. Interestingly, this theory can also explain people’s viewing behavior on an online GIF-sharing platform. In a study that examined several hundred GIFs from a website, the researchers saw that slow-motion GIFs were viewed more often, received more ratings and were generally rated more positively than regular fast GIFs.
Marketing researcher Anika Stuppy from Tilburg University states, “We see that the slow-motion technique is especially effective in slowing down movements that are extremely complex and difficult to observe at normal speed.” Videographers themselves can also make a movement complex, and therefore interesting. “For example, a slow-motion video of a cook cutting a steak might be boring, but a close-up of the knife slicing through the meat in slow-motion is pleasing again,” adds Stuppy.
However, slow motion is not recommended in some cases, such as a simple dance. Such movements are more boring to watch in slow motion. The research also shows that when slow motion is used for content that is unpleasant, it can make the viewing experience more unpleasant.
Finally, the research shows that slow motion creates feelings of safety and familiarity. Therefore, it is not a proper technique when you want to excite the viewer or show a product as “adventurous” or “exciting”. In that case, the researchers recommend fast-motion techniques.
28. What is a notable benefit of slow motion according to the new research?
A. Heightening viewing pleasure. B. Inspiring a sense of adventure.
C. Developing the viewers’ creativity. D. Aiding in technical problem-solving.
29. Which factor greatly influences the effectiveness of slow motion?
A. The platform for sharing the content. B. The quality of the recording equipment.
C. The features of the presented movement. D. The viewers’ familiarity with the subject.
30. What does the author advise video creators to do?
A. Experiment with advanced fast-motion effects. B. Add pleasant content as much as possible.
C. Reduce the repetition of slow motion. D. Apply slow motion to suitable scenes.
31. Which of the following is the best title of the text?
A. The power of slow motion in video appreciation
B. Social media’s role in shaping video preference
C. The development of online video platforms
D. Public opinions on slow motion usage
【答案】28. A 29. C 30. D 31. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了慢动作技术如何影响视频的观看体验,尤其是在社交媒体的短视频中,以及这一技术的实际应用和建议。
【28题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第一段“A new study shows that slow motion increases the number of likes and views and promotes brand preference, choice and consumer willingness to pay.(一项新的研究表明,慢动作增加了点赞和观看的数量,并促进了品牌偏好、选择和消费者支付意愿)”可知,慢动作显著提升了观看的乐趣。故选A。
【29题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段“We see that the slow-motion technique is especially effective in slowing down movements that are extremely complex and difficult to observe at normal speed.(我们看到,慢动作技术在放慢极其复杂且难以正常速度观察的动作时尤其有效)”可知,呈现动作的特征在很大程度上影响了慢动作的效果。故选C。
【30题详解】
细节理解题。细节理解题。根据文章第五段“However, slow motion is not recommended in some cases, such as a simple dance. Such movements are more boring to watch in slow motion.(然而,在某些情况下,不建议使用慢动作,比如简单的舞蹈。在慢动作中观看这些动作更无聊)”以及最后一段“Finally, the research shows that slow motion creates feelings of safety and familiarity. Therefore, it is not a proper technique when you want to excite the viewer or show a product as “adventurous” or “exciting”. In that case, the researchers recommend fast-motion techniques.(最后,研究表明慢动作会产生安全感和熟悉感。因此,当你想激发观众或将产品展示为“冒险”或“令人兴奋”时,这不是一种合适的技术。在这种情况下,研究人员推荐快速运动技术)”可知,作者建议视频创作者将慢动作应用于合适的场景中。故选D。
【31题详解】
主旨大意题。通读全文,根据文章第一段“A new study shows that slow motion increases the number of likes and views and promotes brand preference, choice and consumer willingness to pay.(一项新的研究表明,慢动作增加了点赞和观看的数量,并促进了品牌偏好、选择和消费者支付意愿)”根据第三段“It turned out that slow-motion GIFs were found to be much more enjoyable than the normal fast GIFs.(结果发现,慢动作动图比正常的快速动图更令人愉快)”可知,主要介绍了慢动作技术如何影响视频的观看体验,尤其是在社交媒体的短视频中,以及这一技术的实际应用和建议。由此可知,A选项“慢动作在视频欣赏中的力量”适合作本文最佳标题。故选A。
D
A Harvard research team’s first model of a portable exosuit (机械护甲) is made of cloth components worn on the waist and upper legs. A computer that’s built into the shorts can sense when the user shifts between walking and running.
Say the word “exosuit” and super heroes come to mind-somebody like Tony Stark from Marvel Comics, whose fancy suit enables him to become Iron Man. But scientists at Harvard University have been developing an actual exosuit, a wearable machine that can improve an average man’s strength and toughness. This model improves a wearer’s performance while he is walking or running.
The lead researcher Conor Walsh says when you put on his team’s suit, you definitely notice that it’s pulling across your joints, so you feel the drive from the suit. But after a while, you don’t really notice it anymore. The suit helps to extend the hip joint, saving the user’s energy. Though you might not notice it, when you shut the suit off after a few minutes of having it turned on, Walsh says, “You really quickly notice that your legs feel a little bit heavier.”
Walsh says, “This suit could be helpful for a soldier carrying heavy weights over long distances.” Research on the suit was supported by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, which is part of the United States Department of Defense and develops military technology. “Other future models might help people with medical problems like Parkinson’s disease to move more easily,” he says. “My lab cooperates with a company on a suit to help stroke survivors that is now commercially available.”
Karl Zelik, an assistant professor at Vanderbilt University, calls the team’s effort “promising work”. Zelik says it will enhance human abilities during various aspects of daily life. However, he notes that the exosuit field is changing fast. In the future, he says, the best assist devices may not be exosuits at all, but rather technology put inside a person’s body. He predicts that future wearables will also be able to figure out the wearer’s movement intention, and influence it when necessary to improve human performance.
32. What may the exosuit do?
A. Cover the user’s wrist and upper legs. B. Sharpen a wearer’s performance of walking
C. Enable a person to become a superhero. D. Sense the user’s shift from walking to running.
33. How will people feel when they take the suit off after wearing it for a few minutes?
A. Their legs may feel a little heavier. B. Their body may not feel anything strange.
C Their joints will feel pulled by some strength. D. Their body may feel the driving force from it.
34. What do Walsh’s words in Paragraph 4 suggest?
A. The suit can safeguard soldiers in the distance. B. He works directly for American military force.
C. A certain model of a suit can be purchased now. D. Current models benefit Patients with Parkinson.
35. What’s Zelik’s attitude towards the future of exosuits?
A. Promising. B. Indifferent. C. Hopeless. D. Objective.
【答案】32. B 33. A 34. C 35. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。本文介绍一个哈佛研究小组的第一个便携式机械护甲是由穿在腰部和大腿上的布料组成,可以提高普通人的力量和韧性。文章还介绍了这套装置的一些特色和优点,以及人们对它的看法。
【32题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“But scientists at Harvard University have been developing an actual exosuit, a wearable machine that can improve an average man’s strength and toughness. This model improves a wearer’s performance while he is walking or running.(但哈佛大学的科学家们一直在开发一种真正的外装,一种可穿戴的机器,可以提高普通人的力量和韧性。这个模型可以提高佩戴者在走路或跑步时的表现)”可知,机械护甲可以提高穿戴者的行走能力。故选B。
【33题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“Though you might not notice it, when you shut the suit off after a few minutes of having it turned on, Walsh says, “You really quickly notice that your legs feel a little bit heavier.”(沃尔什说,虽然你可能没有注意到,但当你在穿上机械护甲几分钟后把它脱掉时,“你很快就会注意到你的腿感觉有点重了。”)”可知,人们穿了几分钟就把护甲脱下来会感到腿有点重。故选A。
【34题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段“My lab cooperates with a company on a suit to help stroke survivors that is now commercially available.(我的实验室与一家公司合作开发了一套帮助中风患者的机械护甲,现在已经上市)”可推知,Walsh的话表明现在可以买到某一款机械护甲了。故选C。
【35题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“Zelik says it will enhance human abilities during various aspects of daily life. However, he notes that the exosuit field is changing fast. In the future, he says, the best assist devices may not be exosuits at all, but rather technology put inside a person’s body. He predicts that future wearables will also be able to figure out the wearer’s movement intention, and influence it when necessary to improve human performance.(泽利克说,它将提高人类在日常生活的各个方面的能力。然而,他指出,外装领域正在迅速变化。他说,在未来,最好的辅助设备可能根本不是外骨骼,而是植入人体内的技术。他预测,未来的可穿戴设备还将能够了解穿戴者的运动意图,并在必要时对其进行影响,以提高人类的表现)”可知,Zelik既对机械护甲表示肯定,又表示未来最好的辅助设备可能根本不是机械护甲,而是植入人体的技术;即他的态度是客观的。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。
How to Stop Making Excuses and Start Living Instead
Whether it’s delaying a difficult conversation or putting off pursuing your biggest dreams, excuses provide us with a temporary shelter from the discomfort we face in our daily lives. ____36____ By remaining in our comfort zone, we fail to grow and miss out on the good things life has to offer.
____37____ They make excuses, get stuck in their lives, and repeat the process over and over again. As a former excuse-maker myself, I have learned first hand just what it takes to learn how to stop making excuses for good. In this passage, I will share several practical tips on how to stop making excuses.
As we all know, one of the most common reasons that people make excuses is to avoid responsibility. To stop making excuses, you should shift the focus to your own duty. ____38____ Accepting full responsibility will definitely be uncomfortable at first. But it’s the most important thing you can do to break free from excuse-making.
Besides, you should challenge your limiting beliefs. We all have limiting beliefs that form the foundation of different types of excuses that we make. ____39____ They show up as you tell yourself that you’ll never succeed or that certain goals are out of reach. Consider replacing the negative thoughts with more positive beliefs.
Setting goals is one of the best ways to overcome excuses. When setting goals, it’s important to be realistic about what you want to achieve. Try breaking big dreams into specific and achievable goals.____40____
A. In this way, you can easily set a realistic goal.
B. These excuses will leave others a bad impression.
C. There are many examples of limiting beliefs in our lives.
D. In my life, I see a lot of people get stuck in the same cycle.
E. Then you’ ll notice the excuses you make begin to lose their power.
F. The more concrete your goals are, the less room there is for excuses.
G. However, they do this at the cost of our long-term sense of satisfaction.
【答案】36. G 37. D 38. E 39. C 40. F
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了人们喜欢找借口的原因、习惯找借口的坏处以及如何帮助人们改掉这个坏习惯。
【36题详解】
上文“Whether it’s delaying a difficult conversation or putting off pursuing your biggest dreams, excuses provide us with a temporary shelter from the discomfort we face in our daily lives.(无论是推迟一场艰难的对话,还是推迟追求你最大的梦想,借口都为我们提供了一个暂时的避风港,让我们得以逃避日常生活中所面临的不适)”及下文“By remaining in our comfort zone, we fail to grow and miss out on the good things life has to offer.(通过停留在我们的舒适区,我们无法成长,也会错过生活中许多美好的事物)”说明借口看似给人们带来的好处,下文又指出如果一直待在舒适区的坏处,由此推断所填内容应该和“借口给人们带来的坏处”有关,G选项“However, they do this at the cost of our long-term sense of satisfaction.(然而,它们是以牺牲我们长期的满足感为代价做到的)”中的however表示转折,指出虽然借口可以暂时逃避不适,但是会牺牲长期的满足感,和上文构成对比关系,而和下文构成顺承关系,符合语境。故选G。
【37题详解】
下文“They make excuses, get stuck in their lives, and repeat the process over and over again.(他们找借口,陷入生活中,一遍又一遍地重复这个过程)”说明有些人总是找借口,陷入循环,这是对上文内容的解释,D选项中“I see a lot of people get stuck in the same cycle.(我看到很多人陷入了同样的循环)”与之相呼应,下文句中的“repeat the process over and over again”和D选项中的“the same cycle”属于相似表达,故D选项“In my life, I see a lot of people get stuck in the same cycle.(在我的生活中,我看到很多人陷入同样的循环)”符合语境。故选D。
【38题详解】
上文“To stop making excuses, you should shift the focus to your own duty.(为了停止找借口,你应该把注意力转移到自己的责任上)”说明具体停止找借口的方法,即“需要把注意力转移到你的职责上”,空处可能介绍这种方法带来的好处,E选项“Then you’ ll notice the excuses you make begin to lose their power.(然后你会发现你找的借口开始失去效力)”可以承接上文,说明当你转移注意力到自己的责任上时,你会发现借口开始失去力量,符合语境。故选E。
【39题详解】
上文“Besides, you should challenge your limiting beliefs. We all have limiting beliefs that form the foundation of different types of excuses that we make.(此外,你应该挑战你的限制性信念。我们都有限制性信念,这些信念构成了我们所做的不同类型借口的基础)”说明要挑战限制性信念,C选项中“limiting beliefs in our lives(生活中的限制性信念)”与之相呼应,且C项“There are many examples of limiting beliefs in our lives.(在我们的生活中,限制性信念的例子很多)”是对上文的进一步说明,且下文内容“They show up as you tell yourself that you’ll never succeed or that certain goals are out of reach. Consider replacing the negative thoughts with more positive beliefs.(它们表现为当你告诉自己你永远不会成功,或者某些目标是遥不可及的时候。考虑用更积极的信念来替代这些消极的想法)”是对C选项“examples”的例证。故选C。
【40题详解】
上文“Setting goals is one of the best ways to overcome excuses. When setting goals, it’s important to be realistic about what you want to achieve. Try breaking big dreams into specific and achievable goals.(设定目标是克服借口的最好方法之一。在设定目标时,对自己想要实现的目标保持现实的态度很重要。试着把大梦想分解成具体且可实现的目标)”说明设定目标是克服借口的好方法,要把大梦想分解成具体且可实现的目标,F选项中“your goals(你的目标)”与之相呼应,且F项“The more concrete your goals are, the less room there is for excuses.(你的目标越具体,借口的余地就越小)”进一步说明目标越具体,借口就越少,可以承接上文,其中concrete和上文specific是同义词,故F选项符合语境。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。
Ace-Liam Ankrah is a Ghana kid who has set the record as the world’s youngest male artist. His mother, Chantelle Kukua Eghan, said it all started ___41___ when her son, who at the time was 6 months old, discovered her paints.
Eghan, a (n) ___42___ and founder of Arts and Cocktails Studio, a bar that offers painting lessons in Ghana’s capital, Accra, said she was looking for a way to keep her boy ___43___ while working on her own paintings. “I spread out a canvas (画布) on the floor and added paint to it, and then in the process of his crawling (爬行), Ace-Liam ended up spreading all the ___44___ on the canvas,” she said. That’s how his first artwork, “The Crawl”, was ___45___.
After that, Ace-Liam kept on ___46___. Eghan decided to ___47___ the record last June. In November, Guinness World Records ___48___ her that to break a previous record, her ___49___ needed to exhibit and sell paintings. She arranged for Ace-Liam’s first ___50___ at the Museum of Science and Technology in Accra in January, where nine out of ten of his pieces listed were ___51___.
Then, Guinness World Records ___52___ the record and declared that “at the age of 1 year 152 days, little Ace-Liam Ankrah from Ghana is the world’s youngest male artist.”
These days, Ace-Liam still loves painting and ___53___ accompanies his mom to her studio, where a corner has been set just for him. Eghan said she ___54___ the media attention around her boy could inspire other parents to ___55___ and develop their children’s talents.
41. A. in order B. by accident C. above the law D. in the distance
42. A. artist B. doctor C. dancer D. actress
43. A. young B. busy C. free D. proud
44. A. foods B. chairs C. colors D. books
45. A. reported B. stopped C. understood D. born
46. A. waiting B. painting C. studying D. dreaming
47. A. give up B. deal with C. apply for D. reflect on
48. A. warned B. told C. promised D. taught
49. A. brother B. student C. mother D. son
50. A. exhibition B. trip C. lesson D. job
51. A. returned B. torn C. sold D. doubted
52. A. held B. corrected C. broke D. confirmed
53. A. eagerly B. secretly C. unwillingly D. nervously
54. A. regretted B. imagined C. hoped D. worried
55. A. balance B. hide C. ignore D. discover
【答案】41 B 42. A 43. B 44. C 45. D 46. B 47. C 48. B 49. D 50. A 51. C 52. D 53. A 54. C 55. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述的是来自加纳的Ace-Liam Ankrah打破吉尼斯世界纪录,成为世界上最年轻的男艺术家的故事。
【41题详解】
考查介词短语辨析。句意:他的母亲Chantelle Kukua Eghan说,这一切都始于一个偶然,当时她6个月大的儿子发现了她的颜料。A. in order按顺序;B. by accident偶然地;C. above the law凌驾于法律之上;D. in the distance在远处。根据第二段““I spread out a canvas (画布) on the floor and added paint to it, and then in the process of his crawling (爬行), Ace-Liam ended up spreading all the ____ on the canvas,” she said. That’s how his first artwork, “The Crawl”, was ____ .”可知,Chantelle Kukua Eghan发现儿子的绘画天赋纯属偶然。故选B项。
【42题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:Eghan是一名艺术家,也是加纳首都阿克拉一家提供绘画课程的酒吧——“艺术与鸡尾酒工作室”的创始人,说她正在寻找一种方法,让她的儿子在自己画画的同时忙起来。A. artist艺术家;B. doctor医生;C. dancer舞者;D. actress女演员。根据下文的“a bar that offers painting lessons in Ghana’s capital”可知,Eghan提供绘画课程,推测她是艺术家。故选A项。
【43题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:Eghan是一名艺术家,也是加纳首都阿克拉一家提供绘画课程的酒吧——“艺术与鸡尾酒工作室”的创始人,说她正在寻找一种方法,让她的儿子在自己画画的同时忙起来。A. young年轻的;B. busy忙的;C. free免费的;D. proud骄傲的。根据下文的“while working on her own paintings”可知,此处表示Eghan想办法让儿子在她自己绘画的时候也忙起来,有事做。故选B项。
【44题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:她说:“我在地板上铺了一块画布,并在上面放上了颜料,然后在他爬行的过程中,Ace-Liam把画布上所有的颜色都涂上了。”A. foods食物;B. chairs椅子;C. colors颜料;D. books书籍。根据上文的“I spread out a canvas (画布) on the floor and added paint to it”可知,此处表示儿子在画布上涂颜料。故选C项。
【45题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:他的第一幅作品《爬行》就是这样诞生的。A. reported报道;B. stopped停止;C. understood理解;D. born诞生;出生。根据上文的““I spread out a canvas (画布) on the floor and added paint to it, and then in the process of his crawling (爬行), Ace-Liam ended up spreading all the ____ on the canvas,” she said.”可知,此处说的是儿子的第一幅作品是怎样诞生的。故选D项。
【46题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:在那之后,Ace-Liam继续画画。A. waiting等待;B. painting绘画;C. studying学习;D. dreaming做梦。根据上文的“That’s how his first artwork, “The Crawl”, was ____ ”和空格前的kept on可知,此处指儿子在有了第一幅作品后,继续绘画。故选B项。
【47题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意:去年6月,Eghan决定申请这项纪录。A. give up放弃;B. deal with处理;C. apply for申请;D. reflect on反思。根据下文的“In November, Guinness World Records ____ her that to break a previous record, her ____ needed to exhibit and sell paintings.”可知,Eghan申请了吉尼斯纪录,所以她才收到了吉尼斯世界纪录的回复。故选C项。
【48题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:去年11月,吉尼斯世界纪录告诉她,要打破之前的纪录,她的儿子需要展出和出售画作。A. warned警告;B. told告诉;C. promised承诺;D. taught教授。根据上文的“that to break a previous record, her ____ needed to exhibit and sell paintings”可知,这是吉尼斯世界纪录告诉Eghan的情况。故选B项。
【49题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:去年11月,吉尼斯世界纪录告诉她,要打破之前的纪录,她的儿子需要展出和出售画作。A. brother兄弟;B. student学生;C. mother母亲;D. son儿子。根据下文的“Then, Guinness World Records ____ the record and declared that “at the age of 1 year 152 days, little Ace-Liam Ankrah from Ghana is the world’s youngest male artist.””可知,打破吉尼斯世界纪录的是Eghan的儿子Ace-Liam Ankrah。故选D项。
【50题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:今年1月,她在阿克拉的科学技术博物馆安排了Ace-Liam的首次展览,展出的他的作品中有十分之九被售出。A. exhibition展览;B. trip旅行;C. lesson课程;D. job工作。根据上文的“needed to exhibit and sell paintings”可知,此处指的是安排展览。故选A项。
【51题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:今年1月,她在阿克拉的科学技术博物馆安排了Ace-Liam的首次展览,展出的他的作品中有十分之九被售出。A. returned返回;B. torn撕裂;C. sold出售;D. doubted怀疑。根据上文的“needed to exhibit and sell paintings”可知,此处指的是售出作品。故选C项。
【52题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:随后,吉尼斯世界纪录确认了这一纪录,并宣布“来自加纳的小Ace-Liam Ankrah是世界上最年轻的男艺术家,年仅1岁152天。”A. held举行;B. corrected纠正;C. broke打破;D. confirmed确认。根据下文的“declared that “at the age of 1 year 152 days, little Ace-Liam Ankrah from Ghana is the world’s youngest male artist.””可知,此处指的是吉尼斯官方确认了这一记录。故选D项。
【53题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意:如今,Ace-Liam仍然热爱绘画,并渴望陪着妈妈去她的工作室,那里专门为他设置了一个角落。A. eagerly渴望地;热切地;B. secretly偷偷地;C. unwillingly不情愿地;D. nervously焦急地。根据上文的“loves painting ”可知,Ace-Liam热爱绘画,所以他会渴望陪着妈妈去她的工作室。故选A项。
【54题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:Eghan说,她希望媒体对她儿子的关注能激励其他父母发现并发展孩子的才能。A. regretted后悔;B. imagined想象;C. hoped希望;D. worried担心。根据下文的“the media attention around her boy could inspire other parents to ____ and develop their children’s talents”以及语境可知,这是Eghan希望的事情。故选C项。
【55题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:Eghan说,她希望媒体对她儿子的关注能激励其他父母发现并发展孩子的才能。A. balance权衡;B. hide隐藏;C. ignore忽视;D. discover发现。根据上文讲述的Ace-Liam的故事和下文的“develop their children’s talents”可知,此处指的是发现孩子们的才能。故选D项。
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 10th Nishan Forum (论坛) on World Civilizations is set to kick off ___56___ Wednesday in Nishan, Qufu, Shandong province___57___ (know) as the birthplace of Confucius.
The two-day forum — themed “Traditional Culture and Modern Civilization” — will cover___58___ (topic) such as civilizational exchanges and mutual learning amid global challenges, Chinese-style and Western modernization, civilization inheritance, ___59___ (innovate) in the process of modernization and the effects of artificial intelligence and humanity.
Nishan, located 30 kilometers southeast of the county-level city of Qufu in Jining, ___60___ is a must-visit tourist destination, combines the charm of China’s traditional culture with the world cultural heritage sites of the Temple of Confucius, the Mansion of Confucius and the Cemetery of Confucius.
Since its inception (开办) in 2010,the Nishan forum ___61___ (hold) nine times. The event features dialogue between different civilizations around ___62___ world. It has become an ___63___ (increasing) important platform for strengthening the preservation and development of Chinese traditional culture, advocating common human values and ___64___ (promote) international cultural exchanges and cooperation.
This year’s forum will host nearly 400 international guests from 63 countries — the largest number of countries ___65___ guests.
【答案】56. on 57. known
58. topics 59. innovation##innovations
60. which 61. has been held
62. the 63. increasingly
64. promoting
65. and
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要介绍了将于山东曲阜尼山举行的第十届尼山世界文明论坛。
【56题详解】
考查介词。句意:第十届尼山世界文明论坛将于星期三在山东省曲阜市尼山开幕,尼山是孔子的诞生地。根据空后的 Wednesday可知,表示在具体某一天,应用介词on。故填on。
【57题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:第十届尼山世界文明论坛将于星期三在山东省曲阜市尼山开幕,尼山是孔子的诞生地。此处填非谓语动词作后置定语;动词 know与其逻辑主语 Nishan, Qufu, Shandong province之间存在逻辑上的动宾关系,故此处用所给动词的过去分词作后置定语。故填known。
【58题详解】
考查名词复数。句意: 为期两天的论坛以“传统文化与现代文明”为主题,将涵盖诸如在全球挑战中的文明交流与互鉴、中国式与西方、文明传承、现代化进程中的创新以及人工智能与人类的影响等话题。根据句意及 topic为可数名词可知,此处用所给名词的复数形式,表示主题不止一个。故填topics。
【59题详解】
考查名词。句意: 为期两天的论坛以“传统文化与现代文明”为主题,将涵盖诸如在全球挑战中的文明交流与互鉴、中国式与西方、文明传承、现代化进程中的创新以及人工智能与人类的影响等话题。此处用所给动词的名词形式innovation作介词 as的宾语,表示“创新”为抽象名词,不可数,此处也可以表示“新事物”,为可数名词,所以用复数泛指。故填innovation(s)。
【60题详解】
考查定语从句。句意:尼山,位于济宁市曲阜市东南30公里处,是一个必游的旅游胜地,它将中国传统文化的魅力与文化遗产的孔庙、孔府和孔林相结合。此处引导的是一个非限制性定语从句;从句缺少主语,先行词为 Nishan,指物,故填which。
【61题详解】
考查动词时态语态和主谓一致。句意:自2010年创办以来,尼山论坛已经举办了九次。根据空前的时间状语“Since its inception (开办) in 2010”可知,此处用现在完成时;因为 hold与其主语 the Nishan forum为被动关系,故此处用现在完成时的被动语态;又因为主语是单数,故填has been held。
【62题详解】
考查冠词。句意:活动以世界各地不同文明之间的对话为特色。“around the world”意为“世界各地”,为固定短语。故填the。
【63题详解】
考查副词。句意:它已成为加强中国传统文化保护和发展、倡导人类共同价值观、促进国际文化交流与合作的一个越来越重要的平台。此处用所给形容词的副词形式修饰空后的形容词 important。故填increasingly。
【64题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:它已成为加强中国传统文化保护和发展、倡导人类共同价值观、促进国际文化交流与合作的一个越来越重要的平台。此处用所给动词的动名词作介词 for 的宾语,与前面的动名词strengthening 和 advocating 并列。故填promoting。
【65题详解】
考查连词。句意:今年的论坛将接待来自63个国家的近400名国际嘉宾——这是有史以来最多的国家和嘉宾。空前的 countries和空后的 guests为并列关系,故填并列连词 and。故填and。
第四部分 写作 (共两节, 满分40分)
66. 假如你是李华,你和留学生好友Jim原定本周末一起外出,你因故不能赴约。请你用英文给他写一封电子邮件,内容包括:
1. 表达歉意并说明原因;2. 提出补救建议。
注意:1. 词数80左右;2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;
Dear Jim,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Jim,
I’m sorry to inform you that I can’t go out with you this weekend. I’ve just been told that I have to go and visit my sick grandfather in the countryside, who was suddenly admitted to the hospital. I hope the change won’t cause you too much trouble.
How about going out next Saturday morning? If it’s convenient for you, let’s meet at the school gate at 9: 00. Please let me know what time suits you best. I should be available anytime next weekend.
In addition, next Saturday, there will be a flower show in Beihai Park. Then we can go to see the flowers together.
I am looking forward to your early reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生对于你和留学生好友Jim原定本周末一起外出,你因故不能赴约这一情况,用英文给他写一封电子邮件。
【详解】1.词汇积累
拜访:visit→ pay a visit to
有空的:available→ free
此外:in addition → additionally
观看:see→ watch
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句:In addition, next Saturday, there will be a flower show in Beihai Park. Then we can go to see the flowers together.
拓展句:In addition, there will be a flower show in Beihai Park next Saturday, where we can go to see the flowers together.
【点睛】【高分句型1】I’m sorry to inform you that I can’t go out with you this weekend.(运用了that引导的宾语从句)
【高分句型2】I’ve just been told that I have to go and visit my sick grandfather in the countryside, who was suddenly admitted to the hospital.(运用了who引导的非限制性定语从句和that引导的宾语从句)
67. 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。
21 years after graduating from college, I became a high school English teacher. During my first term as an educator, the kids taught me about high school and life, and what was important to them. It had been 25 years since I graduated from high school, so I had a lot to learn. I listened, took notes, and asked many questions.
My students had more hardship (艰难) than what I had been familiar with at their age. Understanding their situations was not easy, but loving them came easily.
When my second term began, my classroom welcomed a group of new students, including one young man who lit up the space every time he passed through the door. David stood tall at six feet and four inches. His strong body gave him the appearance of a grown man. His wide smile and bright eyes charmed every person in the classroom.
He was smart, too. David seemed to know the answers to everything. For weeks, he controlled the atmosphere of my class. He was very active. He led group discussions, encouraged others to participate, and earned the highest grades. I was so impressed by him and his abilities that I didn’t ask many questions. I didn’t really take time to get to know him as I had to be with my first-term students.
A few weeks passed, and we entered the month of February. David walked quietly into the classroom. His usual smile disappeared, and he looked cold. I asked if he was okay, but he didn’t respond. I encouraged him to participate, but he refused. He was just silent and emotionless. I was puzzled, embarrassed, upset and also angry about his behavior in class.
Finally, I called another student to my office. I had noticed him often walking in the hallways with David. “Do you know what’s wrong with David?” I asked. He replied, “Oh, Mrs Green, his mom’s birthday is coming, but she was just found to have cancer.”
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。
I was shocked and sad.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Hoping to comfort him, I asked,“Can I give you a hug?”
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】One possible version:
I was shocked and sad. I decided to do something for David during his hard time. The next day, after school, I stopped him at my desk. “I’m sorry,” I said, placing my hand on his left shoulder. “I’ve learned what’s going on with you. Why not just take a week’s leave?” David replied, “My mom won’t allow it for fear that it will affect my studies. But I’m too upset, and unable to focus on studying.” He almost cried.
Hoping to comfort him, I asked, “Can I give you a hug?” David bent down and hugged me. When he stood straight, I said, “David, continue being active in class. Your good performance in school can cheer your mom up and help her recover.” He looked at me and nodded. From then on, David worked harder than before. On a Sunday morning, I visited his mom, which made David and me more connected. The next year, he was admitted to a great university. What’s more, his mom pulled through months later.
【解析】
【导语】本文以作者成为高中英语教师的经历为线索展开,讲述了在任教过程中与学生之间的互动和学习。文章特别描述了一位名叫David的学生,他最初以其积极的态度和卓越的学术表现给老师留下了深刻的印象。然而,随着二月的到来,David的行为突然转变,经过询问才得知他的母亲被诊断出癌症的事实。
【详解】1.段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“我感到震惊和难过。”可知,第一段可描写作者知道了情况后对David说了什么以及David如何做出回应的。
②由第二段首句内容“为了安慰他,我问道:“我可以给你一个拥抱吗?””可知,第二段可描写作者给了David拥抱并鼓励他尽快回到原来的状态,以及David转变后被大学录取并且母亲的病也好了。
2.续写线索:感到震惊——和David交流——David哭了——给David拥抱并鼓励——恢复到原来的状态——被大学录取且母亲痊愈
3.词汇激活
行为类
①放置:place/lay/put
②弯腰:bend down/stoop/lean over
③拥抱某人:hug sb./give sb. a hug
情绪类
①不安,沮丧的:upset/disturbed/frustrated
②使某人振作起来:cheer sb. up/ lift one’s spirits/ brighten one’s day
【点睛】[高分句型1] “I’m sorry,” I said, placing my hand on his left shoulder.(运用了现在分词短语作状语)
[高分句型2] On a Sunday morning, I visited his mom, which made David and me more connected.(运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句)
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注意事项:
1. 答卷前,考生务必将自己的姓名,准考证号等填写在答题卡上。
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,将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
Why is the woman growing sunflowers?
A. To eat the seeds.
B. To enjoy the flowers.
C. To make some money.
2. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
What happens to Sarah?
A. She eats too much.
B. She has a toothache.
C. She needs an operation.
3. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
When will the man see Bob?
A. This Friday. B. This Saturday. C. Next Monday.
4. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
How much money was left?
A. £10. B. £20. C. £40.
5. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
Who dislikes classical music?
A. Pete. B. Sally. C. Michael.
第二节 (共15小题; 每小题1.5分, 满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
6. Why couldn’t the driver drop the lady off there?
A. Because the lady hadn’t paid him.
B. Because parking wasn’t allowed there.
C. Because the driver had to stop at the corner of the park.
7. What did the driver do in the end?
A. Stopped his car at the corner.
B. Dropped the lady off at the park.
C. Stopped his car and paid the fine.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
8. What was Prof. Stone’s grandfather afraid of?
A Leaving his home.
B. Parting from his son.
C. Taking early retirement.
9. What does old age mean to many elderly Americans?
A. Lack of moral support.
B. Loss of self-worth.
C. Change of living habits.
10. What will Prof. Stone talk about next concerning elderly people?
A. Public services they ask for.
B. Health care available to them.
C Contributions they can make.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
11. What did Peter learn from his grandfather?
A. How to appreciate art works.
B. How to deal with artists.
C. How to run a museum.
12. What did Peter do in Chicago?
A. He studied at a college.
B. He served in the army.
C. He worked in a gallery.
13 Whose works did Peter like best?
A. Rembrandt’s. B. Botticelli’s. C. Rubens’.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
14. What did Helen do recently?
A. She went on business trips.
B. She learned about gardening.
C. She visited her relatives.
15. Where is Gina now?
A. In New York.
B. In Atlanta.
C. In Chicago.
16. How long has Helen lived in Denver?
A. For 2 years.
B. For 4 years.
C. For 10 years.
17. What is the relationship between the speakers?
A. A couple. B. Neighbors. C. Workmates.
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18. Why is the woman going to Chicago?
A. To take a vacation.
B. To visit her relatives.
C. To go on a business trip.
19. How long does the train trip take at least?
A. Two hours.
B. Six hours.
C. Sixteen hours.
20. What does the man think of taking the train?
A. It is time-wasting.
B. It is interesting.
C. It is frightening.
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
From iconic history to modern-day thrills, San Antonio has something for everyone.
REMEMBER THE ALAMO!
The Alamo, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a key historical landmark established in 1718. It gained fame during the 1836 battle where Texan defenders fought bravely against Mexican troops. Today, the Alamo remains a must-visit, offering free exploration with timed reservations.
EXPLORE THE RIVER WALK
The San Antonio River Walk is another iconic attraction, featuring a 15-mile network of walkways along the river. Divided into Museum Reach, Downtown, and Mission Reach, it offers diverse cultural and entertainment experiences. Families can stroll hand-in-hand or enjoy a river cruise.
FAMILY FUN AT THE BOTANICAL GARDEN
For a peaceful retreat, the San Antonio Botanical Garden spans 38 acres, providing ample space for kids to play. The Family Adventure Garden includes 15 fun learning spots about nature. Parents can also participate in family cooking classes using fresh produce from the Zachry Foundation Culinary Garden.
STEM AND CREATIVITY AT THE DOSEUM
The DoSeum is an interactive museum focusing on STEM, literacy, and the arts. With extensive indoor and outdoor exhibit space, it offers engaging activities like “Little Town” and the Zachary Innovation Station.
MORGAN’S WONDERLAND: FUN FOR ALL ABILITIES
Morgan’s Wonderland is an ultra-accessible theme park designed for children of all abilities, inspired by Morgan Hartman, a child with special needs. This park features wheelchair-accessible rides and sensory-friendly attractions, including Morgan’s Inspiration Island water park, recognized by Time magazine as one of the “World’s Greatest Places.”
21. Where will you go if you’re interested in history?
A. The DoSeum. B. The San Antonio River Walk.
C. The Alamo. D. Morgan’s Wonderland.
22. What do the River Walk and Botanical Garden have in common?
A. Both are suitable for families. B. Both offer free admission for visitors.
C. Both were established in the 18th century. D. Both are located along the San Antonio River.
23. What makes Morgan’s Wonderland special?
A. It is the world’s greatest place. B. It includes thrilling water park.
C. It offers free rides to all abilities. D. It is available for disabled children.
B
I’m a single dad raising a son, so I usually helped my child select my Father’s day gifts, and then paid for them. When my son was a high school senior, he took control of the gifting by offering to drive us to Denny’s for breakfast. But the evening before the holiday, I couldn’t sleep. What kept me awake was the realization that this would be the last Father’s day before my kid left for college.
It truly felt like I had just taken the training wheels off my son’s bike. In my household, the fridge door is the all-knowing parental focus holding the academic and sports schedules, the school lunch menu, and the family calendar. Also attached to it are photos, awards, artwork, and the “good” report cards. The refrigerator is a super-sized memory book of my son’s life.
I began to go through the objects of significant emotional value, which required me to pull the fridge out because all the baby items were pushed to the sides. As I checked the golden oldies, I quickly realized three things. First, I had too many photos. Second, I needed to clear up the sides of the refrigerator. Third, soccer was a big part of our lives.
I never played or watched soccer before parenthood. Yet, I became the coach for all his teams until he reached middle school. Back then I assumed it was my fatherly duty to support my son’s activities, but now I understood that I was wrong. After years of supporting, guiding, and loving my son, I finally recognized that taking part in my son’s life on any level was not a duty— it was an honor.
I time-traveled through mementos (纪念品), and each memory helped me understand what being a dad really meant. Teenagers might not give us presents we want or need on Father’s day. But they have already given us the best possible gift — allowing us to feel what it’s like to be their dad.
24. What kept the author awake before Father’s day?
A. Planning a surprise for his father.
B. Reflecting on his poor father-son relationship.
C. Feeling emotional about a special Father’s day.
D. Getting excited about the breakfast at Denny’s.
25. Why is the fridge important to the family?
A. It adds an artistic touch to the house.
B. It holds memories of passing family days.
C. It is a source of creativity for school lunch.
D. It serves as a gathering place for family members.
26. Why did the author pull out the fridge?
A. To redecorate its sides. B. To clear up the kitchen.
C. To make room for a new one. D. To uncover personal mementos.
27. Why did the author claim that he was wrong in the last but one paragraph?
A. He recognized he had too many photos.
B. He regretted not playing soccer before parenthood.
C. He realized fatherhood was about pride rather than a task.
D. He felt ashamed to let his son take control of the gifting.
C
Slow motion, a way of displaying action in a manner that appears slower than real-time action, is used in many short videos on social media. A new study shows that slow motion increases the number of likes and views and promotes brand preference, choice and consumer willingness to pay.
Although slow motion is used in many videos, there was little scientific evidence on how this technique affects a positive viewing experience. Previous research points to different findings. Radio broadcasts, for example, are enjoyed more when they are played faster.
In the new research, subjects were shown GIFs in a slow-motion version and in a normal-speed version. It turned out that slow-motion GIFs were found to be much more enjoyable than the normal fast GIFs. This effect appeared because slow motion is easier for the brain to process. Interestingly, this theory can also explain people’s viewing behavior on an online GIF-sharing platform. In a study that examined several hundred GIFs from a website, the researchers saw that slow-motion GIFs were viewed more often, received more ratings and were generally rated more positively than regular fast GIFs.
Marketing researcher Anika Stuppy from Tilburg University states, “We see that the slow-motion technique is especially effective in slowing down movements that are extremely complex and difficult to observe at normal speed.” Videographers themselves can also make a movement complex, and therefore interesting. “For example, a slow-motion video of a cook cutting a steak might be boring, but a close-up of the knife slicing through the meat in slow-motion is pleasing again,” adds Stuppy.
However, slow motion is not recommended in some cases, such as a simple dance. Such movements are more boring to watch in slow motion. The research also shows that when slow motion is used for content that is unpleasant, it can make the viewing experience more unpleasant.
Finally, the research shows that slow motion creates feelings of safety and familiarity. Therefore, it is not a proper technique when you want to excite the viewer or show a product as “adventurous” or “exciting”. In that case, the researchers recommend fast-motion techniques.
28. What is a notable benefit of slow motion according to the new research?
A. Heightening viewing pleasure. B. Inspiring a sense of adventure.
C. Developing the viewers’ creativity. D. Aiding in technical problem-solving.
29. Which factor greatly influences the effectiveness of slow motion?
A. The platform for sharing the content. B. The quality of the recording equipment.
C. The features of the presented movement. D. The viewers’ familiarity with the subject.
30. What does the author advise video creators to do?
A. Experiment with advanced fast-motion effects. B. Add pleasant content as much as possible.
C. Reduce the repetition of slow motion. D. Apply slow motion to suitable scenes.
31. Which of the following is the best title of the text?
A. The power of slow motion in video appreciation
B. Social media’s role in shaping video preference
C. The development of online video platforms
D. Public opinions on slow motion usage
D
A Harvard research team’s first model of a portable exosuit (机械护甲) is made of cloth components worn on the waist and upper legs. A computer that’s built into the shorts can sense when the user shifts between walking and running.
Say the word “exosuit” and super heroes come to mind-somebody like Tony Stark from Marvel Comics whose fancy suit enables him to become Iron Man. But scientists at Harvard University have been developing an actual exosuit, a wearable machine that can improve an average man’s strength and toughness. This model improves a wearer’s performance while he is walking or running.
The lead researcher Conor Walsh says when you put on his team’s suit, you definitely notice that it’s pulling across your joints, so you feel the drive from the suit. But after a while, you don’t really notice it anymore. The suit helps to extend the hip joint, saving the user’s energy. Though you might not notice it, when you shut the suit off after a few minutes of having it turned on, Walsh says, “You really quickly notice that your legs feel a little bit heavier.”
Walsh says, “This suit could be helpful for a soldier carrying heavy weights over long distances.” Research on the suit was supported by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, which is part of the United States Department of Defense and develops military technology. “Other future models might help people with medical problems like Parkinson’s disease to move more easily,” he says. “My lab cooperates with a company on a suit to help stroke survivors that is now commercially available.”
Karl Zelik, an assistant professor at Vanderbilt University, calls the team’s effort “promising work”. Zelik says it will enhance human abilities during various aspects of daily life. However, he notes that the exosuit field is changing fast. In the future, he says, the best assist devices may not be exosuits at all, but rather technology put inside a person’s body. He predicts that future wearables will also be able to figure out the wearer’s movement intention, and influence it when necessary to improve human performance.
32. What may the exosuit do?
A. Cover the user’s wrist and upper legs. B. Sharpen a wearer’s performance of walking
C. Enable a person to become a superhero. D. Sense the user’s shift from walking to running.
33. How will people feel when they take the suit off after wearing it for a few minutes?
A. Their legs may feel a little heavier. B. Their body may not feel anything strange.
C. Their joints will feel pulled by some strength. D. Their body may feel the driving force from it.
34. What do Walsh’s words in Paragraph 4 suggest?
A. The suit can safeguard soldiers in the distance. B. He works directly for American military force.
C. A certain model of a suit can be purchased now. D. Current models benefit Patients with Parkinson.
35. What’s Zelik’s attitude towards the future of exosuits?
A. Promising. B. Indifferent. C. Hopeless. D. Objective.
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。
How to Stop Making Excuses and Start Living Instead
Whether it’s delaying a difficult conversation or putting off pursuing your biggest dreams, excuses provide us with a temporary shelter from the discomfort we face in our daily lives. ____36____ By remaining in our comfort zone, we fail to grow and miss out on the good things life has to offer.
____37____ They make excuses, get stuck in their lives, and repeat the process over and over again. As a former excuse-maker myself, I have learned first hand just what it takes to learn how to stop making excuses for good. In this passage, I will share several practical tips on how to stop making excuses.
As we all know, one of the most common reasons that people make excuses is to avoid responsibility. To stop making excuses, you should shift the focus to your own duty. ____38____ Accepting full responsibility will definitely be uncomfortable at first. But it’s the most important thing you can do to break free from excuse-making.
Besides, you should challenge your limiting beliefs. We all have limiting beliefs that form the foundation of different types of excuses that we make. ____39____ They show up as you tell yourself that you’ll never succeed or that certain goals are out of reach. Consider replacing the negative thoughts with more positive beliefs.
Setting goals is one of the best ways to overcome excuses. When setting goals, it’s important to be realistic about what you want to achieve. Try breaking big dreams into specific and achievable goals.____40____
A. In this way, you can easily set a realistic goal.
B. These excuses will leave others a bad impression.
C. There are many examples of limiting beliefs in our lives.
D. In my life, I see a lot of people get stuck in the same cycle.
E. Then you’ ll notice the excuses you make begin to lose their power.
F. The more concrete your goals are, the less room there is for excuses.
G. However, they do this at the cost of our long-term sense of satisfaction.
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。
Ace-Liam Ankrah is a Ghana kid who has set the record as the world’s youngest male artist. His mother, Chantelle Kukua Eghan, said it all started ___41___ when her son, who at the time was 6 months old, discovered her paints.
Eghan, a (n) ___42___ and founder of Arts and Cocktails Studio, a bar that offers painting lessons in Ghana’s capital, Accra, said she was looking for a way to keep her boy ___43___ while working on her own paintings. “I spread out a canvas (画布) on the floor and added paint to it, and then in the process of his crawling (爬行), Ace-Liam ended up spreading all the ___44___ on the canvas,” she said. That’s how his first artwork, “The Crawl”, was ___45___.
After that, Ace-Liam kept on ___46___. Eghan decided to ___47___ the record last June. In November, Guinness World Records ___48___ her that to break a previous record, her ___49___ needed to exhibit and sell paintings. She arranged for Ace-Liam’s first ___50___ at the Museum of Science and Technology in Accra in January, where nine out of ten of his pieces listed were ___51___.
Then, Guinness World Records ___52___ the record and declared that “at the age of 1 year 152 days, little Ace-Liam Ankrah from Ghana is the world’s youngest male artist.”
These days, Ace-Liam still loves painting and ___53___ accompanies his mom to her studio, where a corner has been set just for him. Eghan said she ___54___ the media attention around her boy could inspire other parents to ___55___ and develop their children’s talents.
41. A. in order B. by accident C. above the law D. in the distance
42. A. artist B. doctor C. dancer D. actress
43. A. young B. busy C. free D. proud
44. A. foods B. chairs C. colors D. books
45. A. reported B. stopped C. understood D. born
46. A. waiting B. painting C. studying D. dreaming
47. A. give up B. deal with C. apply for D. reflect on
48. A. warned B. told C. promised D. taught
49. A. brother B. student C. mother D. son
50. A. exhibition B. trip C. lesson D. job
51. A. returned B. torn C. sold D. doubted
52. A. held B. corrected C. broke D. confirmed
53. A. eagerly B. secretly C. unwillingly D. nervously
54. A. regretted B. imagined C. hoped D. worried
55. A. balance B. hide C. ignore D. discover
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 10th Nishan Forum (论坛) on World Civilizations is set to kick off ___56___ Wednesday in Nishan, Qufu, Shandong province___57___ (know) as the birthplace of Confucius.
The two-day forum — themed “Traditional Culture and Modern Civilization” — will cover___58___ (topic) such as civilizational exchanges and mutual learning amid global challenges Chinese-style and Western modernization, civilization inheritance, ___59___ (innovate) in the process of modernization and the effects of artificial intelligence and humanity.
Nishan, located 30 kilometers southeast of the county-level city of Qufu in Jining, ___60___ is a must-visit tourist destination, combines the charm of China’s traditional culture with the world cultural heritage sites of the Temple of Confucius, the Mansion of Confucius and the Cemetery of Confucius.
Since its inception (开办) in 2010,the Nishan forum ___61___ (hold) nine times. The event features dialogue between different civilizations around ___62___ world. It has become an ___63___ (increasing) important platform for strengthening the preservation and development of Chinese traditional culture, advocating common human values and ___64___ (promote) international cultural exchanges and cooperation.
This year’s forum will host nearly 400 international guests from 63 countries — the largest number of countries ___65___ guests.
第四部分 写作 (共两节, 满分40分)
66. 假如你是李华,你和留学生好友Jim原定本周末一起外出,你因故不能赴约。请你用英文给他写一封电子邮件,内容包括:
1. 表达歉意并说明原因;2. 提出补救建议。
注意:1. 词数80左右;2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;
Dear Jim,
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Yours,
Li Hua
67. 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。
21 years after graduating from college, I became a high school English teacher. During my first term as an educator, the kids taught me about high school and life, and what was important to them. It had been 25 years since I graduated from high school, so I had a lot to learn. I listened, took notes, and asked many questions.
My students had more hardship (艰难) than what I had been familiar with at their age. Understanding their situations was not easy, but loving them came easily.
When my second term began, my classroom welcomed a group of new students, including one young man who lit up the space every time he passed through the door. David stood tall at six feet and four inches. His strong body gave him the appearance of a grown man. His wide smile and bright eyes charmed every person in the classroom.
He was smart, too. David seemed to know the answers to everything. For weeks, he controlled the atmosphere of my class. He was very active. He led group discussions, encouraged others to participate, and earned the highest grades. I was so impressed by him and his abilities that I didn’t ask many questions. I didn’t really take time to get to know him as I had to be with my first-term students.
A few weeks passed, and we entered the month of February. David walked quietly into the classroom. His usual smile disappeared, and he looked cold. I asked if he was okay, but he didn’t respond. I encouraged him to participate, but he refused. He was just silent and emotionless. I was puzzled, embarrassed, upset and also angry about his behavior in class.
Finally, I called another student to my office. I had noticed him often walking in the hallways with David. “Do you know what’s wrong with David?” I asked. He replied, “Oh, Mrs Green, his mom’s birthday is coming, but she was just found to have cancer.”
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。
I was shocked and sad.
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Hoping to comfort him, I asked,“Can I give you a hug?”
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