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2024-2025学年度第二学期高一2月测试 英语试题 本试卷共8页。考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 注意事项：1. 答题前，考生先将自己的姓名、准考证号码填写清楚，将条形码准确粘贴在考生信息条形码粘贴区。 2. 选择题必须使用2B铅笔填涂；非选择题必须使用0.5毫米黑色字迹的签字笔书写，字体工整、笔迹清楚。 3. 请按照题号顺序在答题卡各题目的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效；在草稿纸、试卷上答题无效。 4. 作图可先使用铅笔画出，确定后必须用黑色字迹的签字笔描黑。 5. 保持卡面清洁，不要折叠，不要弄破、弄皱，不准使用涂改液、修正带、刮纸刀。 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 Study Abroad Scholarships to Apply for in 2024 Found the perfect study abroad program, but worried about not having enough money to pay? Fortunately, here are some study abroad scholarship opportunities for students looking to take their studies overseas! Trenchard Cox Scholarship All you have to do is write two 400-word reasoned descriptions: one on a work of art you love and one that you hate. The scholarship, established in memory of Sir Trenchard Cox, awards the winner an Art History Abroad 2-week summer course in Venice, Italy. Requirement: At least 16 and no older than 18 years of age Deadline: March 1, 2024 Arcadia Abroad Scholarships & Financial Aid Did you know that Arcadia Abroad provides financial aid to around 70% of students who apply for it? It values equity, diversity, and inclusivity when awarding scholarships. Students who apply for scholarships will need to write a 300-word essay. Requirement: Must be included in an Arcadia Abroad program Award: $500 — $2,500 Deadline: February 1, 2024 AIFS Study Abroad Scholarships, Grants & Financial Support We believe a study abroad experience is an important part of well-rounded university education and we are committed to providing financial help to as many students as possible. AIFS also offers internship (实习期) and study abroad + internship mixed programs to support the development of personal and professional skills. Award: $ 500 — $ 5,000 Deadline: June 1, 2024 American Association of University Women (AAUW) Fellowships & Grants The AAUW supports women searching for a variety of graduate academic opportunities. There are no barriers (障碍) to full participation in this organization. Preference is given to those who show great interest in the advancement of girls and women. Requirement: Women only Award: $ 2,000 — $ 50,000 Deadline: November 15, 2024 1. Which is a must for applying for Trenchard Cox Scholarship? A. Being over 18 years of age. B. Fluency in English and Italian. C. Two 400-word essays on artworks. D. Interest in the advancement of women. 2. Which of the four scholarship programs ends the earliest? A. Trenchard Cox Scholarship. B. Arcadia Abroad Scholarships & Financial Aid. C. AIFS Study Abroad Scholarships, Grants & Financial Support. D. American Association of University Women Fellowships & Grants. 3. What is the purpose of this text? A. To encourage students to study abroad in the future. B. To select the best study abroad scholarship programs. C. To show the importance of study abroad scholarships. D. To introduce some study abroad scholarship programs. 【答案】1. C 2. B 3. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了2024年可以申请的四个留学奖学金项目。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据Trenchard Cox Scholarship部分的“All you have to do is write two 400-word reasoned descriptions: one on a work of art you love and one that you hate. (你所要做的就是写两篇400词的合理描述：一篇是关于你喜欢的艺术品，另一篇是你讨厌的艺术品)”可知，申请Trenchard Cox奖学金必须写两篇关于艺术品的400词文章。故选C项。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据Trenchard Cox Scholarship部分的“Deadline: March 1, 2024 (截止日期：2024年3月1日)”、Arcadia Abroad Scholarships & Financial Aid部分的“Deadline: February 1, 2024 (截止日期：2024年2月1日)”、AIFS Study Abroad Scholarships, Grants & Financial Support部分的“Deadline: June 1, 2024 (截止日期：2024年6月1日)”和American Association of University Women (AAUW) Fellowships & Grants部分的“Deadline: November 15, 2024 (截止日期：2024年11月15日)”可知，Arcadia Abroad奖学金申请的截止日期是2024年2月1日，是最早结束的奖学金项目。故选B项。 【3题详解】 推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是第一段“Found the perfect study abroad program, but worried about not having enough money to pay? Fortunately, here are some study abroad scholarship opportunities for students looking to take their studies overseas! (找到了完美的留学项目，但担心没有足够的钱支付？幸运的是，这里有一些留学奖学金机会给那些想要出国留学的学生)”可知，文章介绍了2024年可以申请的四个留学奖学金项目，包括每个项目的要求、奖项和截止日期等信息。因此，文章的目的是介绍一些留学奖学金项目。故选D项。 B A few years ago, I stood in a small classroom just outside of New York City, watching a high schooler named Serena Stevenson answer math questions. An instructor read out numbers — 74,470, 70,809, 98,402 — and Stevenson added them in her head. For each question, she closed her eyes, and then the fingers of her right hand began to move. She answered most of the problems correctly. The key to her success was an ancient technology called the abacus (算盘). Stevenson used a practice called “mental abacus”, imagining the abacus in her mind and then using her fingers to work through the problems. From watching Stevenson, I knew that gaining skill at the abacus was more than a matter of counting beads, so I decided to sign up for an abacus course with my two daughters to see if we could also improve our math skills. I was one of the many who had some math doubts and I felt a touch of fear. My typical solution was avoidance, and if I had to calculate something like a percentage change, I would go online. Then after a few abacus classes and a good amount of practice, math seemed a little less frightening. I didn’t become Euclid, the founder of geometry. But the practice brought my numerical fears down. This is a time-tested power of the abacus. Confidence grows easily in the device, and abacus students are less likely to be nervous about an upcoming math test, according to one study. Part of the reason, it seems, is that practice and outcomes appear to move in step. My kids gained much as well. My youngest daughter could work out those math problems that once baffled her, while my older child brought her abacus to school to show it to her classmates and teacher. These were just small successes for them, but that was how they finally developed confidence. 4. What is the main purpose of the first paragraph? A. To prove the difficulty of math. B. To introduce the topic of the abacus. C. To show the high intelligence of Stevenson. D. To stress the importance of abacus learning. 5. What do we know about the author from paragraph 3? A. He was weak in math. B. He was good at computer. C. He regarded math as useful. D. He had a close relationship with kids. 6. What does the author realize from his learning experience? A. Knowledge starts with practice. B. It’s never too late to learn. C. Faith can move mountains. D. Practice makes perfect. 7. What does the underlined word “baffled” in the last paragraph mean? A. Excited. B. Inspired. C. Defeated. D. Interested. 【答案】4. B 5. A 6. D 7. C 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者自己和孩子学习珠算的故事，得出了“熟能生巧”的道理。 【4题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“For each question, she closed her eyes, and then the fingers of her right hand began to move. She answered most of the problems correctly.(对于每一个问题，她都闭上眼睛，然后她右手的手指开始移动。她正确地回答了大部分问题)”以及第二段“The key to her success was an ancient technology called the abacus (算盘).(她成功的关键是一种叫做算盘的古老技术)”可推知，第一段的主要目的是引出算盘这个主题。故选B。 【5题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段“I was one of the many who had some math doubts and I felt a touch of fear. My typical solution was avoidance, and if I had to calculate something like a percentage change, I would go online.(我是许多对数学有疑问的人之一，我感到一丝恐惧。我的典型解决方案是回避，如果我必须计算诸如百分比变化之类的东西，我会上网)”可推知，作者对数学有疑惑，且对数学有一丝恐惧，故作者的数学不好。故选A。 【6题详解】 推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“Then after a few abacus classes and a good amount of practice, math seemed a little less frightening. I didn’t become Euclid, the founder of geometry. But the practice brought my numerical fears down. This is a time-tested power of the abacus.(经过几节算盘课和大量的练习，数学似乎没那么可怕了。我没有成为欧几里得，几何学的奠基人。但这种做法消除了我对数字的恐惧。这是一种久经考验的算盘的力量)”可推知，作者从他的学习经历中意识到熟能生巧。故选D。 【7题详解】 词句猜测题。根据最后一段“These were just small successes for them, but that was how they finally developed confidence. (对他们来说，这些只是小小的成功，但这就是她们最终建立自信的方式)”可知，孩子们学算盘学的不错，获得成功，说明最小的女儿也解开了曾经打败自己的数学题。故划线词与C项“Defeated(打败)”意思相近。故选C。 C Math might be a constant in school, but how it is taught has changed a lot in recent years. One primary motivation for those changes-including the 2010 passage of the Common Core math educational standards—is to prepare students for a more unpredictable and complex future. “Mostly gone are the days when teachers would lecture at the front of the classroom while students quietly took notes. Now, teachers present a few concepts, and then students work together to solve problems in different ways,” says Maria Klawe, president of Math for America, a nonprofit dedicated to helping math and science teachers. However for many parents, helping their kids with homework has become daunting, as modern methods seem unfamiliar from what they learned in school. A 2021 survey showed more than half of parents feel hopeless when trying to help their kids with homework. So, how is today’s math different—and why is it so essential for tomorrow’s society? Before Common Core math, “Answers were valued over process,” says Jyung, a math teacher. Students were taught to follow strict, step-by-step methods to obtain the correct answer, but these didn’t necessarily make sense to them. But when that approach is used, “Students are unable to apply the concepts to real-world problems or unable to solve very highly complex math problems,” she says. Under Common Core, the focus has shifted. Perhaps the biggest change, though, is the way students tackle problems. Instead of just a handful of methods, Jyung now sees students using various strategies to solve problems—giving them the freedom to choose the best approach. Now, even mistakes are part of the learning process. “As math educators, we believe in productive struggle, like struggling is actually good. That’s where learning happens,” she says. 8. What does the Common Core math educational standards aim to achieve? A. Equip students with the ability to solve problems. B. Motivate students to study harder. C. Prepare students for future exams. D. Improve students’ scores. 9. What does the underlined word “daunting” in paragraph 3 mean? A. Embarrassing. B. Satisfying. C. Rewarding. D. Discouraging. 10. What was the problem of the old method? A. Students can rarely apply math knowledge to practical problems. B. Students find it challenging. C. The math problems are too complex. D. The method is too strict. 11. What does the author intend to express in the last paragraph? A. Remembering various strategies is the key to solving problems. B. Students have the freedom to choose what to learn. C. Math knowledge is less important than tackling problems. D. Mistakes are a significant part of learning. 【答案】8. A 9. D 10. A 11. D 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了美国采用的新的数学教学方法。 【8题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章第一段“One primary motivation for those changes—including the 2010 passage of the Common Core math educational standards—is to prepare students for a more unpredictable and complex future.(这些变化——包括2010年通过的Common Core数学教育标准——的一个主要动机是让学生为更加不可预测和复杂的未来做好准备)”可知Common Core数学教育标准是为了让学生为更加不可预测和复杂的未来做好准备，即培养学生解决问题的能力。故选A。 【9题详解】 词句猜测题。根据下文“A 2021 survey showed more than half of parents feel hopeless when trying to help their kids with homework.(2021年的一项调查显示，超过半数的家长在尝试帮助孩子做作业时感到绝望。)”可知，因为现代方法似乎与他们在学校学到的不同，所以许多家长觉得帮助孩子做作业这件事很令人沮丧，所以daunting的意思是“令人沮丧的”，与Discouraging意思接近。故选D。 【10题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第四段“Students were taught to follow strict, step-by-step methods to obtain the correct answer, but these didn’t necessarily make sense to them. But when that approach is used, ‘Students are unable to apply the concepts to real-world problems or unable to solve very highly complex math problems,’ she says.(学生们被教导遵循严格的、一步一步的方法来获得正确答案，但这些方法对他们来说并不一定有意义。但当使用这种方法时，‘学生们无法将这些概念应用到现实世界的问题中，或者无法解决非常复杂的数学问题，’她说。)”可知，旧方法的问题是学生们无法将这些概念应用到现实世界的问题中，即很少能将数学知识应用到实际问题中。故选A。 【11题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“Now, even mistakes are part of the learning process. ‘As math educators, we believe in productive struggle, like struggling is actually good. That’s where learning happens,’ she says.(现在，即使是错误也是学习过程的一部分。‘作为数学教育者，我们相信富有成效的奋斗，就像奋斗实际上是件好事。这就是学习发生的地方，’她说。)”可知，作者在最后一段想要表达的是错误是学习的重要组成部分。故选D。 D Laptop computers (笔记本电脑) are popular all over the world. In the United States today, lap-tops also connect students to their classrooms. Westlake College in Virginia will start a laptop computer program whose main purpose is to allow students to do schoolwork anywhere. Within five years, each of the 1,500 students at the college will receive a laptop. The laptops are part of a $10,000,000 computer program at Westlake, a 110-year-old college. The students with lap- tops will be able to use e-mail to “speak” with their teachers, their classmates and their families, without going to computer labs. They can use it at home, in a fast-food restaurant or under the trees — anywhere at all! Because of many changes in computer technology, laptop use in higher education, such as colleges and universities, is workable. As laptops become more powerful, they can connect students to not only the Internet, but also libraries and other resources. At Westlake College, more than 60% of the staff use computers. The laptops will allow teachers to use computers in their lessons. As some Westlake teachers said, “Here we are in the middle of Virginia and we’re giving students a window on the world. They can see everything and do everything.” 12. What is the main purpose of the laptop computer program? A. To help people work at home. B. To connect students to libraries. C. To encourage students to surf the Internet. D. To allow students to do schoolwork anywhere. 13. Which of the following is true about Westlake College? A. Students must do their homework in computer labs. B. 1,500 students of the college will receive laptops. C All the staff of the college use computers. D. It is a new college in America. 14. What’s some teachers’ attitude towards the program? A. Doubtful. B. Worrying. C. Supportive. D. Uncaring. 15. What is the best title for the text? A. A Laptop Program in Westlake College B. Laptop Computers Make People Closer C. A Famous College in Virginia: Westlake D. Computer Technology Provides Resources 【答案】12. D 13. B 14. C 15. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了笔记本电脑在弗吉尼亚西湖学院的项目和用途。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段中“Westlake College in Virginia will start a laptop computer program whose main purpose is to allow students to do schoolwork anywhere.(弗吉尼亚州的西湖学院将启动一个笔记本电脑项目，其主要目的是让学生可以在任何地方做作业)”可知，弗吉尼亚的西湖学院将启动一项笔记本电脑计划，其主要目的是让学生可以在任何地方做功课。故选D。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中“Within five years, each of the 1,500 students at the college will receive a laptop.(五年内，该校1500名学生将每人获得一台笔记本电脑)”可知，在接下来的五年内，该学院的1500名学生都将获得一台笔记本电脑。故选B。 【14题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段中“The laptops will allow teachers to use computers in their lessons. As some Westlake teachers said, “Here we are in the middle of Virginia and we’re giving students a window on the world. They can see everything and do everything.”(这些笔记本电脑将允许教师在课堂上使用电脑。正如一些韦斯特莱克的老师所说，“我们在弗吉尼亚的中心，我们给学生一个了解世界的窗口。他们什么都能看到，什么都能做。”)”可知，教师们对这个项目持积极的态度，认为它给学生打开了世界的窗户，因此选项C正确：Supportive（支持的）。故选C。 【15题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文，结合第一段“Laptop computers (笔记本电脑) are popular all over the world. In the United States today, lap-tops also connect students to their classrooms. Westlake College in Virginia will start a laptop computer program whose main purpose is to allow students to do schoolwork anywhere.(笔记本电脑在世界各地都很流行。在今天的美国，笔记本电脑也将学生与教室连接起来。弗吉尼亚州的西湖学院将启动一个笔记本电脑项目，其主要目的是让学生可以在任何地方做作业)”可知，本文主要介绍了弗吉尼亚的西湖学院将启动一项笔记本电脑计划，其主要目的是让学生可以在任何地方做功课。所以选项A“A Laptop Program in Westlake College(西湖学院的笔记本电脑项目)”最符合文章标题。故选A。 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。 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。 In 2013, Kahn-Scolaro’s sister, Susan Kahn, was diagnosed with pancreatic (胰腺的) cancer. About a year later, she was ____21____ to a hospital in Bronxville, New York. Kahn had been hoping to attend the high school ____22____ ceremony for her daughter, Ferree. But it quickly became clear that Kahn’s condition was getting worse. “We realized that my sister was probably not going to ____23____ to Ferree’s graduation,” Kahn-Scolaro remembered. So the hospital staff and a few friends ____24____ came up with a plan: They would ____25____ the ceremony, right there in the hospital. “At first, I thought I could not ____26____ to stand there and watch this happen in front of me,” Kahn-Scolaro said. “But I realized that the hospital staff was giving us the greatest ____27____ ever.” A week before the high school ceremony, dozens of people ____28____ in Kahn’s hospital room. Along with members of her family, Ferree’s principal, teachers and other students also attended. Ferree ____29____ her cap and gown and was presented with her diploma. “They then moved to a room next door, where the staff had _____30_____ out snacks and drinks for a reception. Just as it would be for the _____31_____ graduation,” Kahn-Scolaro recalled. Kahn died a few days later. “ But she was able to _____32_____ her joy of watching her daughter graduate and going on to her _____33_____ college,” Kahn-Scolaro said. Looking back, Kahn-Scolaro is still struck by the _____34_____ of the workers who cared for her sister. She hopes that sharing this story will inspire other healthcare providers to go that _____35_____ mile. 21. A. carried B. reported C. admitted D. exposed 22. A. graduation B. opening C. award D. art 23. A. be adapted B. have access C. give priority D. make it 24. A. anxiously B. secretly C. merrily D. accidentally 25. A. design B. record C. describe D. recreate 26. A. stop B. decide C. bear D. pretend 27. A. gift B. sympathy C. freedom D. resolution 28. A. gathered B. rested C. waited D. reunited 29. A. picked B. wore C. threw D. illustrated 30. A. swept B. sold C. left D. set 31. A. remarkable B. typical C. obvious D. simple 32. A. witness B. experience C. confirm D. share 33. A. familiar B. reliable C. ideal D. convenient 34. A. thoughtfulness B. organization C. technique D. cooperation 35. A. tough B. remote C. regular D. extra 【答案】21. C 22. A 23. D 24. B 25. D 26. C 27. A 28. A 29. B 30. D 31. B 32. B 33. C 34. A 35. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了Kahn-Scolaro的妹妹Susan Kahn被诊断出患有胰腺癌，在病情恶化无法参加女儿高中毕业典礼的情况下，医院工作人员和朋友们在医院为Susan的女儿举办了一场特殊的毕业典礼，让她能够见证女儿的毕业时刻，感受到喜悦。 【21题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：大约一年后，她被纽约布朗克斯维尔的一家医院收治。A. carried携带；B. reported报道；C. admitted收治，接纳；D. exposed暴露。根据前文“In 2013, Kahn-Scolaro’s sister, Susan Kahn, was diagnosed with pancreatic (胰腺的) cancer.”可知，Susan Kahn被诊断出患有胰腺癌，所以大约一年后，她被医院收治。故选C项。 【22题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：Kahn一直希望能参加她女儿Ferree的高中毕业典礼。A. graduation毕业；B. opening开幕；C. award奖项；D. art艺术。根据后文的“Ferree’s graduation”可知，此处指高中毕业典礼。故选A项。 【23题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：“我们意识到我姐姐可能无法参加Ferree的毕业典礼了，”Kahn-Scolaro回忆道。A. be adapted适应；B. have access进入；C. give priority优先；D. make it成功做到，及时赶上。根据后文“Kahn’s condition was getting worse”可知，Susan Kahn的病情恶化，所以可能无法参加Ferree的毕业典礼了。make it在此处意为“成功做到，及时赶上”。故选D项。 【24题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：于是，医院工作人员和几位朋友悄悄地想出了一个计划：他们将在医院里重新举办一场毕业典礼。A. anxiously焦虑地；B. secretly秘密地；C. merrily愉快地；D. accidentally意外地。根据后文“came up with a plan”可知，医院工作人员和几位朋友悄悄地为Susan Kahn想出了一个计划，即在医院里为她举办一场毕业典礼。故选B项。 【25题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：同上。A. design设计；B. record记录；C. describe描述；D. recreate重新创造，再现。根据后文“the ceremony, right there in the hospital”可知，此处指在医院里重新为Susan Kahn举办一场毕业典礼。recreate在此处意为“重新创造，再现”。故选D项。 26题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：“起初，我以为自己无法忍受站在那里看着这一切在我眼前发生，”Kahn-Scolaro说。A. stop停止；B. decide决定；C. bear忍受；D. pretend假装。根据后文“stand there and watch this happen in front of me”可知，起初Kahn-Scolaro以为自己无法忍受看着姐姐无法参加毕业典礼这件事发生。故选C项。 【27题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：“但我意识到，医院工作人员给了我们有史以来最伟大的礼物。”A. gift礼物；B. sympathy同情；C. freedom自由；D. resolution决心。根据前文“So the hospital staff and a few friends ____4____ came up with a plan: They would ____5____ the ceremony, right there in the hospital.”以及“the hospital staff was giving us”可知，Susan Kahn的病情恶化，可能无法参加Ferree的毕业典礼了，而医院工作人员为Susan Kahn在医院里重新举办了一场毕业典礼，所以这是有史以来最伟大的礼物。故选A项。 【28题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：在高中毕业典礼前一周，几十个人聚集在Kahn的医院病房里。A. gathered聚集；B. rested休息；C. waited等待；D. reunited重聚。根据前文“dozens of people”以及后文“in Kahn’s hospital room”可知，在Susan Kahn的病房里聚集了几十个人。故选A项。 【29题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：Ferree戴上了帽子和长袍，被授予了毕业证书。A. picked挑选；B. wore穿，戴；C. threw扔；D. illustrated说明。根据后文“her cap and gown”可知，Ferree戴上了帽子和长袍。故选B项。 【30题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：然后他们搬到了隔壁房间，那里的工作人员已经为招待会摆好了小吃和饮料。A. swept打扫；B. sold出售；C. left离开；D. set设置，摆放。根据后文“out snacks and drinks for a reception”可知，工作人员已经为招待会摆好了小吃和饮料。set out意为“设置，摆放”。故选D项。 【31题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：“就像一场典型的（平常的）毕业典礼一样，”Kahn-Scolaro回忆道。A. remarkable非凡的；B. typical典型的，平常的；C. obvious明显的；D. simple简单的。根据前文“Ferree ____9____ her cap and gown and was presented with her diploma. “They then moved to a room next door, where the staff had ____10____ out snacks and drinks for a reception.”可知，这次毕业典礼虽然是在医院里举行的，但是一切流程都和典型的毕业典礼一样。故选B项。 【32题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：“但她能够体验到看着女儿毕业并进入她理想大学的喜悦，”Kahn-Scolaro说。A. witness见证；B. experience体验；C. confirm确认；D. share分享。根据后文“her joy of watching her daughter graduate”可知，Susan Kahn虽然无法亲自参加女儿的毕业典礼，但是能够在医院里体验到看着女儿毕业的喜悦。故选B项。 【33题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：同上。A. familiar熟悉的；B. reliable可靠的；C. ideal理想的；D. convenient方便的。根据前文“going on to her”以及后文“college”可知，此处指Ferree进入了她理想中的大学。故选C项。 【34题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：回想起来，Kahn-Scolaro仍然对那些照顾她姐姐的工作人员的体贴感到惊讶。A. thoughtfulness体贴，考虑周到；B. organization组织；C. technique技巧；D. cooperation合作。根据后文“of the workers who cared for her sister”可知，Kahn-Scolaro对那些照顾她姐姐的体贴的工作人员感到惊讶。故选A项。 【35题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：她希望分享这个故事能够激励其他医疗服务提供者做出额外的努力。A. tough艰难的；B. remote遥远的；C. regular定期的；D. extra额外的。根据前文“Kahn-Scolaro is still struck by the ____14____ of the workers who cared for her sister.”可知，工作人员为Susan Kahn在医院里重新举办了一场毕业典礼以及那些照顾她姐姐的工作人员为此付出，这是额外的努力，所以Kahn-Scolaro希望分享这个故事能够激励其他医疗服务提供者也能做出额外的努力。go the extra mile意为“做出额外的努力”符合语境。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。 Pupils at Milton Hall School in Essex will soon be treated to lessons inside an actual private jet. The school ___36___ (buy) the disused plane earlier this month and will use it to inspire creative learning. The Cessna Citation jet, ___37___ was brought to the school’s playing field by crane (起重机) was said to be “a lot ___38___ (cheap) than building a classroom”. Once it’s washed and repaired, it’s expected ___39___ (hold) up to 15 children. “The children just want to get inside it, ___40___ we need to make it safe first.” Jon Baker, Milton Hall’s media manager said. “It’ll ___41___ (comfortable) fit half a class when we’re finished.” The school’s business manager said they would spend about four ___42___ (month) transforming the space, with seating, lighting, solar panels and so on, ___43___ (change) it into a completely new exciting learning space. They hoped to give their children ___44___ unusual way to further attract them and expand on ____45____ (they) learning. Once it’s ready, the school hopes to use it as an IT center and for media studies. 【答案】36. bought 37. which 38. cheaper 39. to hold 40. but 41. comfortably 42. months 43. changing 44. an 45. their 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了英国埃塞克斯郡米尔顿霍尔学校购买了一架废弃的飞机，并将用它来激发创造性学习。 【36题详解】 考查时态。句意：这所学校本月早些时候购买了这架废弃的飞机，并将用它来激发创造性学习。根据后文earlier this month可知，句子使用一般过去时，动词使用过去式形式。故填bought。 【37题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：这架塞斯纳奖状喷气式飞机是用起重机运到学校操场的，据说“比建一间教室便宜得多”。空处引导非限制性定语从句，修饰先行词The Cessna Citation jet，指物，关系词在从句作主语，应用关系代词which引导从句。故填which。 【38题详解】 考查比较级。句意：这架塞斯纳奖状喷气式飞机是用起重机运到学校操场的，据说“比建一间教室便宜得多”。根据后文than可知，空处应用比较级形式。故填cheaper。 【39题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：一旦被清洗和修复，它预计最多可容纳15名儿童。短语be expected to do sth.表示“预计做某事”。故填to hold。 【40题详解】 考查连词。句意：“孩子们只是想进去，但我们首先要确保安全。”米尔顿·霍尔的媒体经理乔恩·贝克说。结合前后文语境可知，此处为转折关系，应用连词but。故填but。 41题详解】 考查副词。句意：“等我们结束，它够半个班的人用没问题。”空处修饰动词fit，用副词comfortably，作状语。故填comfortably。 【42题详解】 考查名词的数。句意：学校的业务经理表示，他们将花大约四个月的时间改造这个空间，安装座位、照明、太阳能电池板等，把它变成一个全新的、令人兴奋的学习空间。根据上文four可知，名词应用复数形式。故填months。 【43题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：学校的业务经理表示，他们将花大约四个月的时间改造这个空间，安装座位、照明、太阳能电池板等，把它变成一个全新的、令人兴奋的学习空间。空处作非谓语动词，change与逻辑主语they构成主动关系，故用现在分词形式作状语。故填changing。 【44题详解】 考查冠词。句意：他们希望给他们的孩子一个不寻常的方式来进一步吸引他们，扩大他们的学习。way为泛指，且unusual是发音以元音音素开头的单词，前边应用不定冠词an。故填an。 【45题详解】 考查代词。句意：他们希望给他们的孩子一个不寻常的方式来进一步吸引他们，扩大他们的学习。修饰名词learning应用形容词性物主代词their。故填their。 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节 （满分15分） 46. 假定你是校英文报记者李华，打算采访你的外教Mr. Smith，请他介绍对中国学生的印象以及国外学生的学习和生活情况。请你给他写一封邮件，内容包括： 1.发出邀请； 2.采访安排(时间、地点等)。 注意： 1.写作词数应为 80个左右； 2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】Dear Mr. Smith, I’m Li Hua, a journalist from our school English newspaper. I’m writing to invite you to talk about your impression of Chinese students as well as the life of students in foreign countries. As you know, young students have strong desire and curiosity to learn about the world beyond themselves. You not only have taught in many countries but also are very popular with us students, so we’d like you to share something with us. If it is convenient for you, shall we make it 3 :00 pm this Friday in your office? We’d appreciate it if you could consider our request. Looking forward to your early reply. Yours sincerely, Li Hua 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生给外教Mr. Smith写信，邀请他接受采访，介绍对中国学生的印象以及国外学生的学习和生活情况。 【详解】1.词汇积累 记者：journalist → reporter 受欢迎的：popular → welcome 考虑：consider → think about/take...into account 期待：look forward to → expect 2.句式拓展 并列句变复合句 原句：You not only have taught in many countries but also are very popular with us students, so we’d like you to share something with us. 拓展句：Because you not only have taught in many countries but also are very popular with us students, we’d like you to share something with us. 【点睛】[高分句型1] As you know, young students have strong desire and curiosity to learn about the world beyond themselves. (运用了特殊关系代词as引导定语从句) [高分句型2] If it is convenient for you, shall we make it 3 :00 pm this Friday in your office? (运用了从属连词if引导条件状语从句) 第二节 （满分25分） 47. 阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。 I have arthritis (关节炎) in my legs and that’s why I have to use this wheelchair. I have hazel (淡褐色) eyes and I wear ugly, square glasses. I don’t have any friends at school and all the girls tease me. I hate my life. One day, when I went to school, Tasha and Ashleigh came up to me and started teasing me as usual. “Square eyes, square eyes. Hey! Look, little Mary-Jane has had her sandwiches cut into little squares with peanut butter in.” They took my lunch bag off me and throw it up on the roof where I couldn’t get it. I went off to my secret hiding spot and cried. This happens every day. I’m always picked on. I wished I could lock myself away from the world so I wouldn’t have to worry about being teased. When I got home, my mom immediately knew that I had been bullied. “Oh, Mary-Jane. What did they do to you this time?” I told her what happened. “I think it’s about time someone talked to those girls. I’m going to call the principal,” she said. “Mom, no,” I stopped her. “They’ll just tease me even more. Please don’t call.” “Well…okay…but, if you, if I don’t call, will you promise me that you will stand up to them?” I nodded but I was not sure if I meant it. The next day, Ashleigh came into the classroom late. Everyone turned around and stared at her. I was copying a sentence from the blackboard when Tim nudged me and told me to turn around. So I put down my pencil and turned my body slowly. I thought my eyes had just popped out of their sockets because what I saw was Ashleigh sitting in a wheelchair just like me but she had her leg in a cast (石膏模). “I broke my leg when I was riding my bike yesterday.” Ashleigh had been talking about her new bike for weeks. “Ummm…okay…everybody please be careful of Ashleighi’s leg,” Mrs. Little said to the rest of the classroom who were still staring at Ashleigh. 注意： 1. 续写词数应为150词左右； 2. 请按如下格式答题卡相应位置作答。 At lunchtime, everyone rushed out of the classroom, leaving only Ashleigh and me behind. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ After school, I overheard Ashleigh talking to some other kids. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 At lunchtime, everyone rushed out of the classroom, leaving only Ashleigh and me behind. As soon as our eyes locked, she awkwardly attempted to wheel her chair away, her face flushing. I noticed that her lunch bag was nowhere to find. Sensing her growing helplessness, I knew I could easily get revenge on her, but should I? “No, or it would be another form of bullying,” I whispered. After a moment’s hesitation, I wheeled over and asked, “If you forgot to bring your lunch, would you like to share my sandwiches?” She looked at me in surprise, thanked me repeatedly, and eyed my sandwiches with guilt and gratitude. After school, I overheard Ashleigh talking to some other kids. She said, “I was so mean to Mary-Jane before. Now that I’m in a wheelchair too, I’ve come to understand the pain I inflicted on her. I’m sincerely sorry.” Her voice was brimming with remorse. The others listened in silence. A strange warmth welled up in my heart. Since then, Ashleigh has become my friend and Tasha has ceased the teasing. It’s astonishing to befriend those who were once unkind, and my school days have gradually become more tolerable. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了患有腿疾坐轮椅的玛丽-简在学校常被塔莎和阿什莉欺负，妈妈想找校长，她拒绝了，第二天阿什莉也因腿受伤坐上了轮椅。 【详解】1. 段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“午餐时间，每个人都冲出了教室，只留下阿什莉和我。”可知，第一段可描写玛丽-简看到阿什莉没带午餐，内心经过挣扎后选择与她分享午餐，阿什莉感到惊讶并表达感激。 ②由第二段首句内容“放学后，我无意中听到阿什莉和其他一些孩子交谈。”可知，第二段可描写阿什莉向其他孩子表达对曾经欺负玛丽-简的悔意，之后她们成为朋友，玛丽-简的校园生活变好。 2. 续写线索：午餐时留下两人——玛丽-简发现阿什莉没带午餐——内心挣扎后分享午餐——阿什莉感激——放学后听到阿什莉悔悟——成为朋友——校园生活变好 3. 词汇激活： 行为类 ①尝试：attempt to do sth./try to do sth. ②小声说：whisper/murmur ③停止：cease/stop 情绪类 ①惊讶地：in surprise/surprisedly ②内疚地：with guilt/guiltily ③真诚地：sincerely/genuinely 【点睛】[高分句型1] As soon as our eyes locked, she awkwardly attempted to wheel her chair away, her face flushing. (运用了从属连词as soon as引导时间状语从句和独立主格结构) [高分句型2] Sensing her growing helplessness, I knew I could easily get revenge on her, but should I? (运用了现在分词作伴随状语和省略连词that的宾语从句) [高分句型3] Now that I’m in a wheelchair too, I’ve come to understand the pain I inflicted on her. (运用了从属连词now that引导原因状语从句和省略关系代词的限制性定语从句) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 2024-2025学年度第二学期高一2月测试 英语试题 本试卷共8页。考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 注意事项：1. 答题前，考生先将自己的姓名、准考证号码填写清楚，将条形码准确粘贴在考生信息条形码粘贴区。 2. 选择题必须使用2B铅笔填涂；非选择题必须使用0.5毫米黑色字迹的签字笔书写，字体工整、笔迹清楚。 3. 请按照题号顺序在答题卡各题目的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效；在草稿纸、试卷上答题无效。 4. 作图可先使用铅笔画出，确定后必须用黑色字迹的签字笔描黑。 5. 保持卡面清洁，不要折叠，不要弄破、弄皱，不准使用涂改液、修正带、刮纸刀。 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 Study Abroad Scholarships to Apply for in 2024 Found the perfect study abroad program, but worried about not having enough money to pay? Fortunately, here are some study abroad scholarship opportunities for students looking to take their studies overseas! Trenchard Cox Scholarship All you have to do is write two 400-word reasoned descriptions: one on a work of art you love and one that you hate. The scholarship, established in memory of Sir Trenchard Cox, awards the winner an Art History Abroad 2-week summer course in Venice, Italy. Requirement: At least 16 and no older than 18 years of age Deadline: March 1, 2024 Arcadia Abroad Scholarships & Financial Aid Did you know that Arcadia Abroad provides financial aid to around 70% of students who apply for it? It values equity, diversity, and inclusivity when awarding scholarships. Students who apply for scholarships will need to write a 300-word essay. Requirement: Must be included in an Arcadia Abroad program Award: $500 — $2,500 Deadline: February 1, 2024 AIFS Study Abroad Scholarships, Grants & Financial Support We believe a study abroad experience is an important part of well-rounded university education and we are committed to providing financial help to as many students as possible. AIFS also offers internship (实习期) and study abroad + internship mixed programs to support the development of personal and professional skills. Award: $ 500 — $ 5,000 Deadline: June 1, 2024 American Association of University Women (AAUW) Fellowships & Grants The AAUW supports women searching for a variety of graduate academic opportunities There are no barriers (障碍) to full participation in this organization. Preference is given to those who show great interest in the advancement of girls and women. Requirement: Women only Award: $ 2,000 — $ 50,000 Deadline: November 15, 2024 1. Which is a must for applying for Trenchard Cox Scholarship? A. Being over 18 years of age. B. Fluency in English and Italian. C. Two 400-word essays on artworks. D. Interest in the advancement of women. 2. Which of the four scholarship programs ends the earliest? A. Trenchard Cox Scholarship. B. Arcadia Abroad Scholarships & Financial Aid. C. AIFS Study Abroad Scholarships, Grants & Financial Support. D. American Association of University Women Fellowships & Grants. 3. What is the purpose of this text? A. To encourage students to study abroad in the future. B. To select the best study abroad scholarship programs. C. To show the importance of study abroad scholarships. D. To introduce some study abroad scholarship programs. B A few years ago, I stood in a small classroom just outside of New York City, watching a high schooler named Serena Stevenson answer math questions. An instructor read out numbers — 74,470, 70,809, 98,402 — and Stevenson added them in her head. For each question, she closed her eyes, and then the fingers of her right hand began to move. She answered most of the problems correctly. The key to her success was an ancient technology called the abacus (算盘). Stevenson used a practice called “mental abacus”, imagining the abacus in her mind and then using her fingers to work through the problems. From watching Stevenson, I knew that gaining skill at the abacus was more than a matter of counting beads, so I decided to sign up for an abacus course with my two daughters to see if we could also improve our math skills. I was one of the many who had some math doubts and I felt a touch of fear. My typical solution was avoidance, and if I had to calculate something like a percentage change, I would go online. Then after a few abacus classes and a good amount of practice math seemed a little less frightening. I didn’t become Euclid, the founder of geometry. But the practice brought my numerical fears down. This is a time-tested power of the abacus. Confidence grows easily in the device, and abacus students are less likely to be nervous about an upcoming math test, according to one study. Part of the reason, it seems, is that practice and outcomes appear to move in step. My kids gained much as well. My youngest daughter could work out those math problems that once baffled her, while my older child brought her abacus to school to show it to her classmates and teacher. These were just small successes for them, but that was how they finally developed confidence. 4. What is the main purpose of the first paragraph? A. To prove the difficulty of math. B. To introduce the topic of the abacus. C. To show the high intelligence of Stevenson. D. To stress the importance of abacus learning. 5. What do we know about the author from paragraph 3? A. He was weak in math. B. He was good at computer. C. He regarded math as useful. D. He had a close relationship with kids. 6. What does the author realize from his learning experience? A. Knowledge starts with practice. B. It’s never too late to learn. C. Faith can move mountains. D. Practice makes perfect. 7. What does the underlined word “baffled” in the last paragraph mean? A. Excited. B. Inspired. C. Defeated. D. Interested. C Math might be a constant in school, but how it is taught has changed a lot in recent years. One primary motivation for those changes-including the 2010 passage of the Common Core math educational standards—is to prepare students for a more unpredictable and complex future. “Mostly gone are the days when teachers would lecture at the front of the classroom while students quietly took notes. Now, teachers present a few concepts, and then students work together to solve problems in different ways,” says Maria Klawe, president of Math for America, a nonprofit dedicated to helping math and science teachers. However, for many parents, helping their kids with homework has become daunting, as modern methods seem unfamiliar from what they learned in school. A 2021 survey showed more than half of parents feel hopeless when trying to help their kids with homework. So, how is today’s math different—and why is it so essential for tomorrow’s society? Before Common Core math, “Answers were valued over process,” says Jyung, a math teacher. Students were taught to follow strict, step-by-step methods to obtain the correct answer, but these didn’t necessarily make sense to them. But when that approach is used, “Students are unable to apply the concepts to real-world problems or unable to solve very highly complex math problems,” she says. Under Common Core, the focus has shifted. Perhaps the biggest change, though, is the way students tackle problems. Instead of just a handful of methods, Jyung now sees students using various strategies to solve problems—giving them the freedom to choose the best approach. Now, even mistakes are part of the learning process. “As math educators, we believe in productive struggle, like struggling is actually good. That’s where learning happens,” she says. 8. What does the Common Core math educational standards aim to achieve? A. Equip students with the ability to solve problems. B. Motivate students to study harder. C. Prepare students for future exams. D. Improve students’ scores. 9. What does the underlined word “daunting” in paragraph 3 mean? A. Embarrassing. B. Satisfying. C. Rewarding. D. Discouraging. 10. What was the problem of the old method? A. Students can rarely apply math knowledge to practical problems. B. Students find it challenging. C. The math problems are too complex. D. The method is too strict. 11. What does the author intend to express in the last paragraph? A. Remembering various strategies is the key to solving problems. B. Students have the freedom to choose what to learn. C. Math knowledge is less important than tackling problems. D. Mistakes are a significant part of learning. D Laptop computers (笔记本电脑) are popular all over the world. In the United States today, lap-tops also connect students to their classrooms. Westlake College in Virginia will start a laptop computer program whose main purpose is to allow students to do schoolwork anywhere. Within five years, each of the 1,500 students at the college will receive a laptop. The laptops are part of a $10,000,000 computer program at Westlake, a 110-year-old college. The students with lap- tops will be able to use e-mail to “speak” with their teachers, their classmates and their families, without going to computer labs. They can use it at home, in a fast-food restaurant or under the trees — anywhere at all! Because of many changes in computer technology, laptop use in higher education, such as colleges and universities, is workable. As laptops become more powerful, they can connect students to not only the Internet, but also libraries and other resources. At Westlake College, more than 60% of the staff use computers. The laptops will allow teachers to use computers in their lessons. As some Westlake teachers said, “Here we are in the middle of Virginia and we’re giving students a window on the world. They can see everything and do everything.” 12. What is the main purpose of the laptop computer program? A. To help people work at home. B. To connect students to libraries. C. To encourage students to surf the Internet. D. To allow students to do schoolwork anywhere. 13. Which of the following is true about Westlake College? A. Students must do their homework in computer labs. B. 1,500 students of the college will receive laptops. C. All the staff of the college use computers. D. It is a new college in America. 14 What’s some teachers’ attitude towards the program? A. Doubtful. B. Worrying. C. Supportive. D. Uncaring. 15 What is the best title for the text? A. A Laptop Program in Westlake College B. Laptop Computers Make People Closer C. A Famous College in Virginia: Westlake D. Computer Technology Provides Resources 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。 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。 In 2013, Kahn-Scolaro’s sister, Susan Kahn, was diagnosed with pancreatic (胰腺的) cancer. About a year later, she was ____21____ to a hospital in Bronxville, New York. Kahn had been hoping to attend the high school ____22____ ceremony for her daughter, Ferree. But it quickly became clear that Kahn’s condition was getting worse. “We realized that my sister was probably not going to ____23____ to Ferree’s graduation,” Kahn-Scolaro remembered. So the hospital staff and a few friends ____24____ came up with a plan: They would ____25____ the ceremony, right there in the hospital. “At first, I thought I could not ____26____ to stand there and watch this happen in front of me,” Kahn-Scolaro said. “But I realized that the hospital staff was giving us the greatest ____27____ ever.” A week before the high school ceremony, dozens of people ____28____ in Kahn’s hospital room. Along with members of her family, Ferree’s principal, teachers and other students also attended. Ferree ____29____ her cap and gown and was presented with her diploma. “They then moved to a room next door, where the staff had _____30_____ out snacks and drinks for a reception. Just as it would be for the _____31_____ graduation,” Kahn-Scolaro recalled. Kahn died a few days later. “ But she was able to _____32_____ her joy of watching her daughter graduate and going on to her _____33_____ college,” Kahn-Scolaro said. Looking back, Kahn-Scolaro is still struck by the _____34_____ of the workers who cared for her sister. She hopes that sharing this story will inspire other healthcare providers to go that _____35_____ mile. 21. A. carried B. reported C. admitted D. exposed 22. A. graduation B. opening C. award D. art 23. A. be adapted B. have access C. give priority D. make it 24. A. anxiously B. secretly C. merrily D. accidentally 25. A. design B. record C. describe D. recreate 26. A. stop B. decide C. bear D. pretend 27. A. gift B. sympathy C. freedom D. resolution 28. A. gathered B. rested C. waited D. reunited 29. A. picked B. wore C. threw D. illustrated 30. A. swept B. sold C. left D. set 31. A. remarkable B. typical C. obvious D. simple 32. A. witness B. experience C. confirm D. share 33. A. familiar B. reliable C. ideal D. convenient 34. A. thoughtfulness B. organization C. technique D. cooperation 35. A. tough B. remote C. regular D. extra 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。 Pupils at Milton Hall School in Essex will soon be treated to lessons inside an actual private jet. The school ___36___ (buy) the disused plane earlier this month and will use it to inspire creative learning. The Cessna Citation jet, ___37___ was brought to the school’s playing field by crane (起重机) was said to be “a lot ___38___ (cheap) than building a classroom”. Once it’s washed and repaired, it’s expected ___39___ (hold) up to 15 children. “The children just want to get inside it, ___40___ we need to make it safe first.” Jon Baker, Milton Hall’s media manager said. “It’ll ___41___ (comfortable) fit half a class when we’re finished.” The school’s business manager said they would spend about four ___42___ (month) transforming the space, with seating, lighting, solar panels and so on, ___43___ (change) it into a completely new exciting learning space. They hoped to give their children ___44___ unusual way to further attract them and expand on ____45____ (they) learning. Once it’s ready, the school hopes to use it as an IT center and for media studies. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节 （满分15分） 46. 假定你是校英文报记者李华，打算采访你的外教Mr. Smith，请他介绍对中国学生的印象以及国外学生的学习和生活情况。请你给他写一封邮件，内容包括： 1.发出邀请； 2.采访安排(时间、地点等)。 注意： 1.写作词数应为 80个左右； 2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第二节 （满分25分） 47. 阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。 I have arthritis (关节炎) in my legs and that’s why I have to use this wheelchair. I have hazel (淡褐色) eyes and I wear ugly, square glasses. I don’t have any friends at school and all the girls tease me. I hate my life. One day, when I went to school, Tasha and Ashleigh came up to me and started teasing me as usual. “Square eyes, square eyes. Hey! Look, little Mary-Jane has had her sandwiches cut into little squares with peanut butter in.” They took my lunch bag off me and throw it up on the roof where I couldn’t get it. I went off to my secret hiding spot and cried. This happens every day. I’m always picked on. I wished I could lock myself away from the world so I wouldn’t have to worry about being teased. When I got home, my mom immediately knew that I had been bullied. “Oh, Mary-Jane. What did they do to you this time?” I told her what happened. “I think it’s about time someone talked to those girls. I’m going to call the principal,” she said. “Mom, no,” I stopped her. “They’ll just tease me even more. Please don’t call.” “Well…okay…but, if you, if I don’t call, will you promise me that you will stand up to them?” I nodded but I was not sure if I meant it. The next day, Ashleigh came into the classroom late. Everyone turned around and stared at her. I was copying a sentence from the blackboard when Tim nudged me and told me to turn around. So I put down my pencil and turned my body slowly. I thought my eyes had just popped out of their sockets because what I saw was Ashleigh sitting in a wheelchair just like me but she had her leg in a cast (石膏模). “I broke my leg when I was riding my bike yesterday.” Ashleigh had been talking about her new bike for weeks. “Ummm…okay…everybody please be careful of Ashleighi’s leg,” Mrs. Little said to the rest of the classroom who were still staring at Ashleigh. 注意： 1. 续写词数应为150词左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡相应位置作答。 At lunchtime everyone rushed out of the classroom, leaving only Ashleigh and me behind. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ After school, I overheard Ashleigh talking to some other kids. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$